Abington HS Football Team Wins Semifinal, Then Surprises Coach Who Stayed Home After Contracting COVID

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Abington HS Football Team Wins Semifinal, Then Surprises Coach Who Stayed Home After Contracting COVID

ABINGTON (CBS) — The Abington High School football team beat St. Mary’s of Lynn 26-21 in the Division 6 state semifinal on Friday. The team’s victory celebration began on the field and continued onto the front lawn of head coach Jim Kelliher’s home, who was recently diagnosed with COVID-19.“I thank you very much for being here. I appreciate it tremendously,” he shouted from his front steps.The coach sat proudly outside his home, waving the Abing…