Last season, the Royals broke the all-time attendance record with the 2,477,701 fans to walk through Kauffman Stadium, according to the MLB.  With the Royals going to the World Series and other Kansas City athletics doing exceptionally well, students have started to have more pride in the city than ever before. Companies like Charlie Hustle began to sell shirts in order for people to show their appreciation of Kansas City.  “Made in KC” was even the theme for the homecoming dance.

“I thought of this theme for homecoming because I felt this was the year to do it,” senior student council president Maddie Allen said.  “I love KC because to me, it is unlike any other major city.  It’s very down to Earth and offers something different for any type of person.”

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“I think pride has gone up in Kansas City, especially since the Royals have been doing well," senior Annie Bennett said. "Everyone has been getting into Royals spirit wear and KC shirts. [I wear this shirt] because I think it’s really cute. I think Kansas City is a great city. It’s really not that boring, and we should all be proud that we are living here.”