The Southfield father of senior David Talley added that a family atmosphere makes St. Mary's special.
The Southfield mother of senior James Ross said her son's final game at Ford Field was her favorite moment of the year.
The Commerce mother of senior wide receiver Christian Marentic said that her son is more mature after studying and playing at St. Mary's.
The Canton couple agreed that the game against Harper Creek was their favorite moment from the season.
The Commerce mother of junior lineman Chris Posa also has a nephew, Max Posa, who is a ballboy.
The Clarkston mother of senior defensive back Mason Porritt and wife of head coach George Porritt said that she believes this year's Eaglets to be the closest group her husband has coached since he began in 1989.
The Waterford father of sophomore linebacker Jeff Robinson said the game against Harper Creek 'solidified the season.'
The Commerce mother of the sophomore lineman Nathan Conrad said that being at Ford Field 'recaps the season.'
The Waterford mother of senior quarterback Dan Clements said it's been 'fun to watch' her son and his teammates as they have matured through the season.
The West Bloomfield mother of St. Mary's fullback Grant Niemiec said that no player considers himself above anyone else.
The Bloomfield Township mother of the senior defensive back added that the players are 'brothers for life.'
Championship for running backs Spencer McInnis, brother Parker McInnis and cousin Grant Niemiec a culmination of lifelong dream.
Parents James and Chantel agreed that the star, senior captain, linebacker and tight end wanted nothing more than to win the championship at Orchard Lake St. Mary's.
Ground game powers Eaglets to victory in the Division 3 title game at Ford Field on Saturday.
The fans were out in force, the team was on fire, and the scene was electric as the Eaglets topped the Mt. Pleasant Oilers 45-7 at Ford Field to win the state football title.
Check out the replay of the game, along with photos, stats and video.
Mount Pleasant brings a lot of talent to Ford Field on Saturday, but the Eaglets have generally dominated in the second half of this season and into the playoffs.
In honor of Orchard Lake St. Mary's reaching the state finals for the third consecutive season, we're counting down three plays that defined this season.
In honor of Orchard Lake St. Mary's reaching the state finals for the third straight season, we're counting down three plays which defined this season.
No matter what division, the Marlins continue their dominance.
Grant Niemiec led the way for Orchard Lake St. Mary's, scoring both of the team's touchdowns on runs.
Orchard Lake topped Harper Creek 14-10 in the state semifinals and is headed to Ford Field next weekend.
West Bloomfield High School student-athletes will compete in the Division 1 meet at Eastern Michigan University this weekend.
Attendance and participation for high-school athletics sports is on the rise at a time when deep budget cuts at schools have increased fees for students and cut athletic department staffing and budgets.
"It's heartbreaking, especially, being a father myself," commented one parent at the Orchard Lake St. Mary's-Linden football game on Saturday.
Spencer McInnis leads the way for the Eaglets as they end Linden's historic season Saturday.
West Bloomfield High School junior Erin Finn ran 17 minutes, 22.6 seconds to win Saturday.
Spencer McInnis (103 yards rushing) and Grant Niemiec (194 yards rushing) led the Eaglets to the win on the road over Redford Thurston.
Coach Julian Wargo hopes tough regular season schedule has the West Bloomfield High School varsity volleyball team ready for postseason.
The West Bloomfield High School marching band won the Flight I competition Saturday and will perform next Saturday morning at Ford Field.
West Bloomfield High School junior Erin Finn improved on her own course record to win the regional meet at Hess-Hathaway Park Saturday.
Eaglets will take on Detroit Pershing at 1 p.m. Saturday in Orchard Lake.
The West Bloomfield High School boys team did well at the final Oakland Activities Association White Division Jamboree event of the season Friday.
The West Bloomfield boys and girls cross country teams will compete in the third division jamboree of the season Friday.
The Eaglets lost to Lahser in the district round last year, 8-0.
Plenty of highlights from the opening round of districts for Oakland County teams on Monday and Tuesday. More games are on tap this week.
The West Bloomfield High School varsity soccer team will play Waterford Mott at Troy Monday.
Here are the results.
The Eaglets beat Detroit Catholic Central on the road, 14-13, on Saturday, to clinch win No. 200 for head coach George Porritt.