Being voted a team captain for any sport is an honor.

For the 2010 Wildcat football team captains, the honor comes with a pretty cool photo op as well.

With the team motto of "Let's Make History" in mind, Wildcat Head Coach Scott Smith needed a unique picture for the Wildcat Football poster this year.

"I thought Cowboy Stadium would be pretty special for the captains," Smith said. "Besides, some of those pictures might provide a little motivation for a return trip for a playoff game or two this fall."

One additional highlight of the trip out to Arlington was the chance to meet Mr. Bruce Hardy, former general manager of Irving Stadium and now senior consultant to Cowboys Stadium.

"If it wasn't for Mr. Hardy, high school football probably wouldn't have ever been played at Irving Stadium, let alone in the new Cowboys Stadium," Smith said. "It was great to see him again, and I know the guys enjoyed meeting him."

Senior Zack Knickman presented Mr. Hardy with a Wildcat football helmet which was signed by all the captains (see picture three of the photo gallery.) Standing in his office was like being in a sports history museum.

"I do all this to make a difference in young people's lives," Hardy said during his visit with the Lake Highlands players. "If I can make a difference in just one young man's life, I did my job."

After spending a little time getting to know the 2010 Wildcat team captains, Hardy told Coach Smith and the rest of the 'Cats to make plans for a game at Cowboys Stadium in the fall.

"You work hard, and we'll see you back here later this year."

Football season is now officially a month away. The South Garland scrimmage is set for August 20th at the Boneyard, followed by the season opener against Mesquite on August 26th.

Keep in mind, too, we'll be broadcasting all the football games LIVE right here on LH Today! Be sure to check back here in a few days and visit our brand new LH Today Broadcast Center.

GO 'CATS!