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 “It is important
to be more than father and son. It is important to be friends with
your parents and find out the things you like and dislike about
them. As your relationship progresses it is important to build
a firm base for that relationship and these events help build that
base.” These were the words said by Dave Webber at the Father-
Son Dinner held at the Indian Creek Country Club.
The dinner was kicked off by Randy Park, president of the Men’s
Club and father of senior, Chris Park. Immediately following Park’s
introduction, President Brian Osborne, said a short prayer over the
food. The dinner consisted of salad, rolls, vegetables, twice baked
potatoes, Orange Ruffy, fried chicken, and beef with gravy. Dessert
included ice cream, three types of cookies, and brownies with sunday
toppings. After dessert was served, Jason Mackeprang presented Matt
 Luettel with the Athlete of the Year Award. Following Luettel’s
acceptance speech, Dave Webber, who was also here eight years ago,
talked for 25 minutes about his appreciation for his mother and how
we should appreciate our parents. He also talked about how life goes
by fast. He explained how life is all about time. When he was done
with his scheduled talk, he gave a time for the audience to ask questions.
One question, asked by Kent Christensen, pertained to the fact that
sports aren’t the way they used to be. Webber accounted this
to the fact that there isn’t any mutual respect between the
players any more. Then he said there is the obvious factor of money.
After this question, Park stood up and gave a closing speech after
which we were left to go back to school with our dads.
Many fathers appreciation their pleasure of the night. “It
was a wonderful environment to share the friendship of the school,” said
Terry O’Gara, father of Matt O’Gara. David Anderson,
father of Stuart Anderson, said, “It was an enjoyable time
with my son and his friends.”
The night was dedicated
to Coach Kane and an empty seat was left at the head table in his
memory and honor. -Articles and photos by Kyle Johnson; Video by
David Nelson
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