To the Editor:

On November 12th, my daughter, Rachel, along with multiple freshman and our goalie Teigan Robie from Pomperaug played in the girls’ varsity soccer playoff game against Newtown. I never send e-mails like this, however, I wanted to let you know I was witness to one of the most selfless and truly touching moments I have ever seen in sports or anywhere else, for that matter.

The game that night went to penalty kicks, the outcome still had not been determined. The goalie from Newtown saw that our goalie (Teigan) was upset, she went over to her, put her arm around her and comforted her. This young girl put winning aside and took that opportunity to help someone she competed against all night. She should be commended for teaching me and hopefully many others what is truly important. The world would be a much better place if everyone showed that same type of compassion and outstanding character.

Chris Adami

Beacon Hill Drive, Southbury

Editor's Note: For more information on this, see this week's Sports section in The Newtown Bee.