KEY WEST’S HOMECOMING TRADITIONS TURN 75
Seventy-five years have passed since the first Homecoming game, with the country electing a dozen presidents, fighting and resolving wars, and witnessing a significant shift in music from sock hops to hip hop.
The world of 1950 differs vastly from that of today's high school students in 2025, with changes in technology, such as the evolution of TV from black and white to color, and societal shifts, including the desegregation of schools.
Despite these changes, the island of Key West still values its hometown traditions, including the annual Homecoming game, which will take place this week, featuring the crowning of the 75th Homecoming queen, chosen by her fellow students.
This event highlights the unity between past and present, as the community comes together to celebrate its heritage.
high school students of 1950 and 2025 are separated by 75 years of culture and technology, and yet united by an island that still treasures its hometown traditions.
The Key West High School's football team will take the field on Friday evening for the 75th annual Homecoming game.
Author's summary: Key West's Homecoming traditions celebrate 75 years.