Because She's Dying!

I read today’s strip and suddenly had a hunch as to why TB chose to elevate second-stringer Ann Fairgood to such a prominent role. It took her years, but Fishstick Annie has gone from equipment girl all the way to assistant coach of the (Division III) State Champs! Her life is now complete. Now she’s taking a mental picture of the empty arena. Next month: Ann visits the doctor and gets some very bad news…