KENNARD IN THE COMMUNITY
Kennard's family helps him with the sometimes overwhelming recruitment chase.
Photo by Wayne Litmer
Roberts said Kennard’s stature at Franklin speaks volumes. Ticket sales and interest in football and basketball games have increased. Extra bleachers and extra security are the norm as folks fill the seats to get a glimpse of one of the nation's top two-sport phenoms.
"This community has just embraced him," Roberts said. "Luke is a phenomenal athlete. He is a once-in-a-lifetime talent. He’s brought an undeniable notoriety to the school."
Kennard's parents remain humble in that extra spotlight and have taken measures to ensure it remains a positive experience for their son. It can easily get to be too much pressure for some families.
Mark asks college coaches to first call him before speaking with Luke. Mark also kindly asks the media to go through him for interview requests.
"It’s going great," Mark said. "There have been a lot of write-ups. Everybody has been really respectful."
