DeSoto football team apologizes for viral pregame incident vs. Florida high school

DeSoto High School's football team has apologized for its actions prior to a game against a Florida high school last week that many deemed unsportsmanlike.DeSoto football viral pregame momentDeSoto High School played their first football game of the season on Saturday, August 29, against St. Thomas Aquinas High School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.Prior to the game, viral video showed DeSoto players refusing to shake hands with St. Thomas Aquinas players. Several of the players who refused handshakes were team captains.DeSoto lost the contest 38-14.DeSoto statements on pregame incidentIn a statement, DeSoto says it has addressed the pregame incident with its players."We would like to formally apologize to the St. Thomas Aquinas community, coaching staff, and football team for what occurred. We take full responsibility for the conduct of our players and are committed to ensuring our student-athletes uphold the standards of sportsmanship and character that our program and community expect,