I’m not going to lie, although this is an exciting time, it is also a very busy time for us in the sports department.

This week we have been at work reporting on the start of high school football practice and at the same time have begun talking to coaches on what will be good times we can schedule team photo days and when we can come by practice to work on the Pigskin Preview.

It’s a challenging process trying to schedule each of our 14 area schools in a short period of time, but nonetheless a process that needs to be done in order for us to put together a good preview.

By the way, the Pigskin Preview will be out on Aug. 24. So pick up a copy when it comes out.

And while football has dominated our thoughts this week, I assure you we haven’t forgotten about other sports. Highlighted by soccer, the remainder of the fall sports will begin their practices on Aug. 6.

I am looking forward to a great fall season and I anticipate many special moments.

Now back to the action.