* Interviewing high school athletes after losing one of the biggest games of their lives is one of the things reporters dread having to do. That's why it's always appropriate to give credit to the kids who are willing to talk and express their emotions in those situations.
It's even more impressive when they do it candidly and intelligently, as Oostburg's Andrew Zimmermann did Saturday after the upset loss to Laconia. Zimmermann's going on to a Division 1 school, and a pretty decent one at that. He'll have bigger days than a high school regional game. Santa Clara is a legitimate NCAA Tournament team many years.
Yet Zimmermann answered questions passionately and from the heart, showing genuine care and love for his teammates and coaches. He was more worried about never playing with his teammates again than the win or loss. I get the feeling I would have gotten the same answers following an Oostburg win at State.
Many professional athletes need to learn from the Zimmermanns about how to be civilized in similar situations.
- Dave Lubach
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