The Vipers kneel at the end zone as senior captain Ryan Back prays with his team before the game begins. Back, number 12, is the team’s quarterback and prioritizes praying before every game as the intensity builds up. “In the football program we emphasize more than just football, but the development of our character as young men,” Back said. “Football has taught me discipline, teamwork. and leadership. I’m motivated to play and get better each week as I know my teammates are counting on me.”