Hundreds support Constantine football team

Hundreds of people gathered Sunday evening at Constantine High School to salute the district’s 2012 football team.

Despite falling short in their bid for the Division 6 state title Friday, the Falcons received a hero’s welcome at the community gathering. Coach Shawn Griffith and school personnel thanked the fans for their support and the team for its effort.

Friday’s 37-27 setback to Ithaca at Ford Field makes Constantine the Division 6 runner-up for the second consecutive year. The Falcons finished the 2012 campaign with an 11-3 record, while Ithaca completed its third consecutive undefeated season.