BATTLE CREEK - The players wearing the jersey to commemorate 9/11 weren't born yet when it happened, but it's important they know why they are wearing the jersey.
That's the idea behind the jerseys and why Battle Creek Central head football coach Lorin Granger put them on his team.
"This is important we remember. Any time you get an opportunity to remember 9/11, and those that served and continue to serve, you do it," Granger said. "Friday football doesn't always fall on Sept. 11, so when it does, you can take the opportunity to talk about history with the kids and help them understand what exactly has been given for their freedom and ability to even play the game."
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Battle Creek Central will wear special jerseys for its Friday varsity football game at Mattawan to honor the first responders and the lives lost **** ociated with 9/11 as the Bearcats play on the 25th anniversary of one of the darkest hours of this country. Friday marks the anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks.

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