Swick humbled by KC recognition
KARNS CITY — Sam Swick is synonymous with Karns City athletics as much as the school's unique nickname of "Gremlins" and its purple and gold colors.
The resident of Sugarcreek Township in Armstrong County is the public address announcer for football, softball, track and field, basketball, soccer and cross country. He's been a fixture at Karns City for over 30 years.
"I was not an athlete in high school," said the 1952 Beaver Falls graduate, "but I've always loved sports and tried to stay involved in any way I could."
His longtime dedication and support spurred the Karns City Area School District to name the press box at Diehl Stadium in his honor. It was made official prior to the Gremlins' home football game against Clearfield Oct. 28.
"It's very humbling," said Swick. "My wife, Shirley, deserves a lot of credit. I'm here at the school three or four nights in some weeks, so I'm gone from home a lot.
"Without her blessing, I wouldn't be able to do it. She tells me, 'Go over there. I know you enjoy it.'"
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