Prep talk: Volunteers fill multiple roles to help high school teams succeed
High school sports programs are filled with dozens of volunteers — manning the snack bar, taking tickets, helping provide security, cleaning floors, carrying equipment and taking statistics.
On and on it goes.
One of the most entrusted volunteers in football is the cameraman. That person must film the entire game, whether from the press box or the sideline.
Bennett Rogers is in his first year as Palos Verdes High’s cameraman. He sits in the end zone and has a camera that goes up so high on a tripod that it could be waving a flag. His son coaches for Palos Verdes, so he volunteered to shoot the games.
His most important equipment is a portable, comfortable chair that lasts through four quarters.
“That’s the key for my age,” he said.
To all the moms and dads volunteering, you’re the unsung heroes. Just make sure you have a sturdy chair when taking video.
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