Tributes are pouring in across Bakersfield following the death of East Bakersfield High School athletic trainer Bobby Rocha, who was taken away by ambulance during Friday night’s football game between East Bakersfield and Foothill high schools.
The incident happened with less than two minutes remaining before halftime, with Foothill leading 17-0. The game between the Trojans and the Blades came to an abrupt end after Rocha was transported by ambulance.
Players, coaches and cheerleaders from both teams then gathered at midfield for a prayer. The game did not continue, with officials declaring Foothill the winner…