As the Raines Vikings prepare for their Round 3 playoff showdown against Bishop Kenny, the undefeated team took a moment to reflect on what matters most during this Thanksgiving season.

“I’m thankful for an opportunity to just put on a show for Viking nation on Friday night,” junior Johdeem Jones said. “Growing up my family has been very Viking oriented. I love my family and I just want to put on a show for them as well.”

For many players, the opportunity to practice during Thanksgiving isn’t seen as a sacrifice but rather a blessing.

“I’m thankful to be practicing on Thanksgiving,” senior Arquis Robinson said.

“I’m thankful for my mom, my family and the ability to play on Thanksgiving this week,” senior Cody Levy said.

Family emerged as a common theme among the Vikings, with several

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