I'm going to copy and paste a post that was in the james island v spring valley forum that is one of the most classy posts I've ever read...
"This was a well fought match between two very good, evenly matched teams. Each side had their chances. It was a very emotional game, as playoff matches are, compounded by the fact that one of our player’s step-father had passed away the day before. I respect that Spring Valley players and fans believe a foul preceded the James Island goal. I don’t think any James Island supporter will ever believe there was one, and they will feel James Island tied the game. That’s the nature of the game we love. Several good teams lost last night. Many seniors state-wide will not be state champions and will face a similar end to their high school soccer experience. That too is the nature of the game. Any of us who have been the parent or coach of a senior who has lost a playoff game, or been in that situation ourselves as a player, know it can be a very emotional experience. Let’s try to respect that. There were several events that happened off the ball and a lot of physical play. But for every bit of pushing and shoving that happened at the end of the game, I also saw players on each side hugging, shaking hands, and trying to stop a situation that had not been controlled. I’m really proud of those players. Good luck to the seniors on each team in soccer and in life."
Obviously if you just change the team names...I'm sure the case is much the same...the irmo team and fans have a lot to be proud of..they lost to a very good wando team...not to mention that the history of excellence at irmo is something that has never been seen before anywhere in the country...players from both sides should hold up there heads...all of these players are quality both on the field and off the field...i don't see why we should bring disgrace to there accomplishments by acting like children on this message board...Thank you.
