![JV boys soccer goalie sophomore Bear Brummett does a goal kick. Normally, Brummett plays defense, but when starting goalie sophomore Kurt Schratweiser missed a match due to illness, Brummett was thrust into the role. “[Brummett] did a great job, especially considering he hadn’t played the position in so long,” Head Coach Casey McDonough said.](https://spschronicle.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/image2-1200x800.jpg)
It’s been a long time, my old friend.
Where have you gone? Where have you been?
I reach for you, but to no end.
I pull back.
I push forward.
I play on.
It’s been a long time, my old friend.
Where have you gone? Where have you been?
I need you.
I notice you.
I nurture you.
It’s been a long time, my old friend.
Where have you gone? Where have you been?
I’ve grown.
I’ve changed.
I’ve played on.
It’s been a long time, my old friend.
Where have I gone? Where have I been?
Heather Elouej • Jan 7, 2026 at 9:25 am
*Riptides* is a fantastic publication. I enjoy reading all these pieces. Students, please continue to submit your work.