Monroe High School will honor veterans and active military members at its first-ever Military Tribute Night football game when the Trojans host Ann Arbor Skyline on Friday, September 18.  In fact, the Trojans football team will wear special jerseys, black with camouflage trim, featuring an American flag, for the tribute game. 

     Veterans and active military will be recognized and honored in pre-game ceremonies that night.  All branches of service are expected to be present.  The Monroe First Downers and the Monroe Football Mother’s Club are coordinating the tribute.

     “We are thankful to the Athletic Department for giving us this opportunity to recognize those who protect our freedoms,” said Monroe Public Schools teacher and football mom, Audrey Kellems.  “In honor of their service, all veterans and active military will be admitted free to the game with proper military identification.  Please make sure you get there early so we can recognize you in the pre-game show.”

     During the pre-game festivities, all veterans and active military will be recognized.  Lori Adams, a mother of twin members of the MHS football team and who has sung the National Anthem at Detroit sporting events more than 100 times, will sing “God Bless America.”  In addition to playing the National Anthem, the award-winning Monroe High School marching band will perform a medley of patriotic songs.  A moment of silence will be held to honor the former Monroe High School students who died in the service, as well as others who gave their lives in service to their country.

     Veterans and active military members present will be asked to stand and be recognized during the pre-game show.  Pre-game starts about 6:30 p.m. with the kickoff set for 7 p.m.