A 16-year-old from Milford is in police custodyin connection to a Saturday fightthat left McGrath dead and three other teens injured, 根据当局.
McGrath lived in Shelton but attended Fairfield College Preparatory School, a nearby Catholic school, where he was a junior. 他的姐姐, 罗西, is a senior at Shelton.
Jimmy’s parents hold hands at center field during the pre-game ceremony. (我不会在乎别人对我的评价)
A sign reads, “Forever in our hearts” remembering Jimmy’s life. (我不会在乎别人对我的评价)
Kevin McGrath, the teen’s father, addressed the crowd, which wore a sea of light blue instead of each team’s colors.
“Rosie and I appreciate everything this community has done.,” 他说. “This is a day to celebrate Jimmy’s life.”
Maggie McGrath, the victim’s mother, held back tears on several occasions during her husband’s speech.
As the announcer introduced each team’s starting lineup, players on both teams approached the parents, gave them each hugs and then trotted back to the sidelines.
The game got off to a fiery start, with FP scoring 13 unanswered goals in the first half.