With the Italy Gladiators’ area championship game against the Collinsville Pirates just a few practices away, we at Italy Neotribune would like to wish the Gladiators good luck on Friday night in Bedford.

It will be a big moment for our seniors players, cheerleaders and band members who are likely dealing with a slew of emotions heading into the playoff game. So with that in mind, here are a few photos from the Senior Night pep rally and a message to help remind each of you seniors and your teammates, cheer mates and band mates just what you’re all fighting, cheering and playing for:

Your squads, your town, your fans, your parents and loved ones, the ones who fought the valiant fight before you, yourselves and for that white chenille capital letter “I” so proudly displayed on the front of your golden letter jackets. This is your chance now and we will be behind you every yard line along the way!

Beat Collinsville!