MARYSVILLE — Tomahawk fans stick together. That was the idea when the Marysville-Pilchuck Booster Club hired a charter bus to take Marysville-Pilchuck supporters to the Tacoma Dome for the state 3A football game against Bellevue.
“Most parents don’t want to ride down on a full bus of students,” said Karri Hansen, treasurer of the booster club. “It also shows that we’re supporters of the team.”
It was the second time the booster club used a bus as transport. The first time was during M-P’s visit to Vancouver, Wash., the previous week to ease the driving distance for fans in the quarterfinal game against Columbia River.
The bus boarded 28 eager fans as they awaited the Tomahawks to take on Bellevue Nov. 28.
Monica Zatarain was excited for her son, Cesar, to get some playing time as a varsity player.
Along with hoping for a win, she hoped the team would have fun and be safe.
“They’re very excited,” she said. “This game means a lot to them, and it will be something that they will remember for the rest of their life.”
Darren Lester, father of Nick, was also pleased with the accommodation and also excited for his son and his team.
“Not having to drive myself makes it easier,” Lester said.
Though M-P fell short of a win against Bellevue, the Tomahawk supporters were still thrilled for their team.
“They worked really hard, and to be third in state is an amazing thing,” Hansen said.
