Monte football game canceled

Too many injuries leads Tenino to forfeit varsity football game.

In a note posted online, the Tenino School District announced it has canceled Friday night’s varsity football game against Montesano because of “sustained injuries”

“To our Families and Community,” then note reads, “Due to recently sustained injuries to several of our players, we will be unable to safely field a competitive team for the varsity football game versus Montesano High School on October 19, 2018. The District has decided to cancel this event after discussions with District Administration, our Head Coach Cary Nagel, and our players. We collectively believe erring on the side of safety is in the best interest of our student-athletes. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.”