"We'll solidify our identity in a few more games." With pleasure, Griff observed the bowl of peanuts and pretzels that Caydance had placed on the table in front of him. "Because Huygens players don't have problems memorizing plays, you will see mastery of multiple strategies. Now keep your eyes on how River gets the ball to our number 1 Running Back, Gerry Sun, and then to Running Back B2, and then to Caesar Ortega."

The Corona beer was crisp and cold. The film rolled on. River screened a handoff to Gerry by faking a long pass. As the O-line blocked what actually happened to the ball, Sun took the ball downfield for the first run of the second possession. With variations on this play, B2 and Caesar ran the ball for consistent yardage. "But as Huygens moved forward on the field, the Harrier's Defense was increasingly better at cutting yardage short. We were forced to punt before we were in field goal range. "

Sally's video camera moved to the stands, first focusing on River's Mother and Father. On an empty seat beside them, lay a large picnic basket. As the Huygens Defense ran onto the field, River's parents filled pita bread with feta cheese, Greek olives, lettuce, sliced tomatoes and red onions. While they were eating, the camera moved across the Huygens stands and paused on another couple.

"Peggy Adam's Father, former Offensive Lineman for the Steelers," Griff said to Caydance, "but I don't know who the woman is."

"Wow, that's Abigail Adams, Editor of -- " Caydance named a legendary feminist publication.

"Just another Saturday afternoon in the Sacramento Valley," Griff commented. The film rolled on; the Sac Valley quarterback completed a pass to one of his wide receivers.