Battle Creek Central High School will wear special commemorative jerseys during its Friday varsity football game at Mattawan, marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks.
A Symbolic Tribute on the Field
The jerseys feature American flag motifs, a 9/11 Memorial patch and symbols representing the police, fire and military services, turning the uniforms into a visual reminder of the lives lost and the ongoing service of first responders.
Head coach Lorin Granger emphasized that the initiative serves both as a tribute to those who served and as an educational opportunity for students to understand the historical significance of the attacks and the sacrifices made for their freedom.