Our world is often marked by turbulent times. It can be easy to get swirled up in the tides of division and unrest amid midterm elections, ongoing wars, riots, and pressing news headlines. In our own community, EA Day marks further division between us at Haverford and our rivals at Episcopal Academy.
Haverford has a history of passion. No one else can match our energy when we are at our best—whether we are screaming our lungs out for our brothers from the football bleachers, the edge of the soccer pitch, the grassy sidelines of the golf and cross-country courses, or the concrete deck of the pool.
The crazy haircuts we get are a testament to the dedication we have to each other. Competition is intense. The thrill of barely edging out a victory by one shot, goal, second, or point is exhilarating. The devastation of watching our brothers put everything on the line without victory is crushing. Whether we have trumped our rival or just fallen short, the focus of our competition is our enemy. Haverford versus EA. Maroon and gold versus blue and white.
A win only counts if we are proud of how we acted. If we were honorable, honest, and kind.
This divide should not bring about anger, hatred, or other negative emotions. Rather, we should treat it as an opportunity to focus on our own community.
A win only counts if we are proud of how we acted. If we were honorable, honest, and kind.
Though this day is named after our rival, our focus should not be on them. The true winners are the ones who can pick themselves up knowing they gave everything they had to give—win or lose.
Make good decisions, treat others with respect, and above all, prioritize each other and our community.
Go Fords.
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