A moment of silence is a sacred time when a group of people is asked to reflect on a tragic event.

Tuesday night at Edinboro University, Chardon graduate Katie Collins and her teammates took several minutes to remember Chardon and all that had happened over the past few days.

It was a touching day for the women’s basketball team which proceeded to beat California, Pa., 77-58. Junior Samantha Blazetic (North) finished with 21 points.

I think the gesture is an important one that should be observed in gyms in Northeast Ohio in the final games of the postseason.

What better way for high school athletes to remember the Chardon community and all it has been through?

Please considering a moment of silence at your upcoming event.

It's a small, but powerful gesture.

-Theresa Neuhoff Audia