Ondrej the Tiger

Ondrej Sumpik, exchange student from Czech Republic, plays American football for the first time with Encampment Tigers

During the Encampment Tigers’ six-man football season, there was one player who was head-and-shoulders above the rest. Literally.

Seen during the defensive plays, No. 40 looked more like he belonged in a college or professional game than a high school game. Standing at over six feet in height, it was hard to miss him when he took to the field.

“I’ve never played football [before], this was my first time. It was a great experience and I’m very grateful I could experience such a thing,” said Ondrej Sumpik. “It’s very different than any other sport I’ve played.”

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