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BHS soccer player signs with PRCC
On Wednesday, January 6, 2010, Victoria Lusco, BHS soccer player, signed with Pearl River Community College. Lusco’s current position is stopper, she’s looking forward to the new challenges of playing for a college team. Those who attended the signing include: BHS Athletic Director, Will Seymour, Soccer Coach, Jeff Bosarge, Principal, Dr. Andy Parker, PRCC Head Coach, Jack Byrd, PRCC Assistant Coach, Justin Ford, parents, Ralph and Carol Lusco, and brother, Anthony Lusco.
Tiger Pride Scores Superior Rating at Competition
On October 17th the Tiger Pride Marching Band competed in the MGCCC Gold Medal Classic Marching Contest. The band and percussion, directed by Catchie Crider and Al Gunsch, both earned a score of Superior. Steven Baudin, Drum Major, earned a Superior rating at the competition as well as Best in Class Drum Major. The Bay High Color Guard, directed by Liz Cain, earned a superior rating, as well as the Bay High Steppers, directed by Priscilla Austin.
Amber Lichtenstein chosen for All State Volleyball Team
Amber Lichtenstein, a senior at Bay High School, was chosen for the All State Volleyball Team. This award is voted on by coaches throughout the state. Amber’s position on the Bay High team is libero. Her junior year she was Bay High’s outstanding defensive player. Amber’s sophomore year she was the teams most valuable player. Amber has been all division in 2007, 2008, and 2009. Athletic Director Will Seymour is proud of Amber. “She is a strong athlete and excellent representative of our school.”
BHS’s Bi-Annual Blood Drive
Bay High School held its bi-annual blood drive on September 29, 2009 collecting 102 pints of blood. Students, teachers, and community members all waited patiently for their chance to donate. The student organization SADD, lead by Lis Bosarge, held the blood drive and was excited to exceed their original goal of 70 pints of blood. The club also beat their last record of 93 pints. This year 16 year olds were permitted to donate with a special waiver. Mississippi Blood Services nurses all commented on the behavior and generosity of the students. Bay High School’s next blood drive will be this spring.
Bay High Homecoming
Bay High School’s homecoming celebration will begin Tuesday, September 8th, and run through Saturday, September 12th. Bay High students will participate in multiple dress-up days including: travel the World day (Tuesday), TV super hero day (Wednesday), represent your favorite team or sport day (Thursday), and blue and gold day (Friday).
On Wednesday, September 9th, the BHS band, dance team, cheerleaders, football team, and spirit club members will facilitate a pep rally in the BHS gymnasium for North Bay and Second Street Elementary School. Students will play games, learn cheers/chants, and listen to “Positive Tiger Talk” from two BHS seniors.
The Homecoming parade will take place on Thursday, September 10th at 4:30. The Grand Marshall of the parade will be Mayor Les Fillingame. The homecoming parade will begin at Hancock Bank on Main Street, turning right onto Pine Street, turning right onto Carroll, turning left onto Beyer Drive, turn left onto Ranch Street, turn right and end at the football stadium. At the stadium, after the parade, Bay High will hold its Community Pep Rally.
The homecoming football game will begin at 7:30 at the BHS stadium. Bay High will be playing the PRC Blue Devils. The homecoming court will be introduced, and the queen will be crowned at the game. A dance will be held on the following evening for Bay High students.
Bay High would like to encourage the community to take part in the week’s festivities.
Bay High Football Team Looking Forward to a Strong Season
The Bay High School Football Team, along with the Steppers, Marching Band, and Cheerleaders, held Meet the Team night on Thursday, August 13th, at the J.D. McCullouch Stadium. The football team is excited about a strong season this year under the direction of new head coach, Jeff Hopgood.
Hopgood is well respected by players and fellow coaches. He works diligently with teachers to be sure his athletes’ grades stay at a B or above. He also gives his coaches the necessary support. “[Hopgood] is one of the reasons I came back here,” states Keith Pigott, assistant coach. “He’s very organized, doesn’t micromanage, and lets you do your job.”
Through all of the praise Hopgood remains humble, while highlighting his athletes for their talents. He holds the students to high expectations this season. “The strength of this football team is in the Senior class. They are an exceptional group of young men. They show great leadership on the field.” E.J. Taylor, Senior Free Safety, knows that “[The seniors] worked hard and expect to succeed this year.”
As for Hopgood’s predictions for the season, “If we stay injury free, I feel like we will be competitive this year.” Coach Pigott feels that may have something to do with his defense. He feels they have “done a great job on learning the system, doing their job within the system, and playing together.” Braxton Lafontaine, Quarterback for the Tigers, knows that the offense is extremely competitive and will surprise competitors with their strength this season.
Hosting the Meet the Team night is a way to promote community involvement for the football program. Hopgood and Pigott are thankful for the support from the community. According to Hopgood, “Success is a group effort and we need everyone to get involved. I feel like we are off to great start.”