Leading Off

Unflagging Support
Captain Charlie O'Dell carries the U.S. flag as he leads the Bellbrook ( Ohio) High Golden Eagles onto the field for their game last Friday, in which they beat Northridge High of Dayton 64-10.

Bowed, Not Beaten
Flags are at half-staff at Yankee Stadium as players pray and observe a moment of silence last Saturday before beginning their first workout since the terrorist attacks.

Beacons Lost
The World Trade Center towers were navigational reference points for most New Yorkers, including these kayakers, who braved the choppy Hudson in the fall of 1997.