If there's anything I've learned over the years, it's that the first weekend of the season tends to feature some sloppy play. Athletes are still getting a feel for their offensive and defensive systems and, no matter how much practice time is compiled, there's no way to exactly simulate game situations. Nonetheless, Friday and Saturday provided some quality football, what is expected of Delco.

Yet, for as much as the players were prepared and ready to go, the same cannot be said for the paperwork aspect of high school football in Delco. Although a number of games were ready to go, several games were not. As in, no programs. That meant no names to go with the numbers running up and down the field. Sure, it helps us reporters to have programs, but we're fine without them. It's our job to report the facts and if that means digging a little, so be it.

The problem with a lack of a program hinders the fans. What about the individuals who decide to attend a game and want to put a name to No. 32, who just ripped off a 59-yard touchdown run? Tough luck. Better get to asking around. It's really not that hard for a school to provide a roster for a game. Run off a few copies of your own, ask the visiting school to send a copy of its roster and the problem is solved. Without them, the players entertaining on the field are being done a disservice, for some go unkown for their achievements.