Central Bobcats track and field brings in season with peanut fundraiser [Video]

SAN ANGELO, Texas — Track and field season is near and athletes at Central High School are eager to begin the season, but this year they can’t do it alone. The Bobcats are partnering up with Texas Roadhouse to sell peanuts, helping them gather money to support them throughout the season.

All proceeds will help fund uniforms, food and travel expenses. Larry Hoelscher, girl’s track and field coach, believes this fundraiser will help cover fees that may be outside of the budget as well.

“Let’s face it, budgets have all got crunched over the last couple of years. So, it just gives you a little more to feed back into your athletes in various ways, whether it be through cloth and products or things that will make them better athletes,” Hoelscher said.

The fundraiser was an idea both athletes and …