My first and only Panthers game

To be completely honest, I have never really been a devoted sports fan. Furthermore, I don’t really have a distinct memory of any sports team winning a World Series or Super Bowl. But I do have a cherished memory of my very first professional football game.

My daddy had two extra tickets to watch the Panthers play, in the very first year they were in town. Choosing me to accompany him made this day even more special. The Panthers didn’t win, but I had the time of my life. As much popcorn as I could gobble up, as much soda as I could guzzle down — this was a dream, considering how much I love to eat.
Just my daddy and me watching big men run after each other and exchange glares of competitive fearlessness. It may have been a common event to the rest of the world, but it is forever a memory to me.

Allyson Willis
Charlotte
Union Power Cooperative