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Monday, May 12Athletes Recognized at 2007-2008 Sports Banquet
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The 2007-2008 Grace School student athletes were recognized at a banquet on Thursday, May 8, 2008. All athletes received a participation certificate and Hustle, Most Improved, and Gator awards were awarded to individuals in each sport. Additionally Athlete of the Year, Justin Anderson, Cherilyn Harmeyer, Michael Cooper, and Spirit awards were given.
Boy and Girl Athlete of the Year - this award goes to the male and female that stood out as the most well-rounded athlete, all sports considered. These typically go to individuals who play three sports.
Girl Athlete of the Year - Lamar Bretches
Boy Athlete of the Year - Alex Barrett
Michael Cooper Award - this award is given to the girl and boy who looks to place team success above personal success. These individuals are three-sport athletes and demonstrate not only leadership through actions, but also through constructive words.
Girl winner - Nikky Andersen
Boy winner - Grant Billings
Cherilyn Harmeyer Award - this award is given to the female athlete who demonstrates Christian spirit as a member of athletics. Ethical behavior and compassion are high qualities of this individual.
Winner- Meredith Richter
Justin Anderson Award - this award is given to the male who puts forth maximum effort, always supports his team and is dedicated to his involvement in Grace sports.
Winner - Bryce Pederson
Spirit Award - this award is given to the individual who has supported Grace Athletics with tremendous enthusiasm, spirit, and devotion.
Winner - Laurie Schmid, Jean Bosch
6th Grade Football Hustle Award - Sam Hoffman
6th Grade Football Most Improved Award - Matthew Sebastian
6th Grade Football Gator Award - Harrison Cromwell
7th Grade Football Hustle Award - Alex Roys, Will Schwarz
7th Grade Football Most Improved Award - Nick Proctor
7th Grade Football Gator Award - Jackson Klein
8th Grade Football Hustle Award - Chandler Clark, Jalan Dixon
8th Grade Football Most Improved Award - Ryan Hickman, Grant Billings
8th Grade Football Gator Award - Jordan Underwood, Bryce Pederson
Cross Country Hustle Award - Morgan McHale, Max Brown
Cross Country Most Improved Award - Lina Kilani, Evan Kirkland
Cross Country Gator Award - Victoria Arellano, Alex Barrett
JV Volleyball Hustle Award - Annie Sohmer
JV Volleyball Most Improved Award - Elle MacLean
JV Volleyball Gator Award - Jordan Crawford
Varsity Volleyball Hustle Award - Kaitlin Handel
Varsity Volleyball Most Improved Award - Meredith Richter
Varsity Volleyball Gator Award - Nikky Andersen
JV Girls' Basketball Hustle Award - Angela Pidala
JV Girls' Basketball Most Improved Award - Madison Shields
JV Girls' Basketball Gator Award - Jaela DeJean
Varsity Girls' Basketball Hustle Award - Amy Gilligan, Kaitlin Handel
Varsity Girls' Basketball Most Improved Award - Meghan Heindel
Varsity Girls' Basketball Gator Award - Emily Duecker
JV Boys' Basketball Hustle Award - Sam Hoffman
JV Boys' Basketball Most Improved Award - Jason Beaton
JV Boys' Basketball Gator Award - Connor Kelley
Varsity Boys' Basketball Hustle Award - Jordan Underwood
Varsity Boys' Basketball Most Improved Award - Bryce Pederson
Varsity Boys' Basketball Gator Award - Chance Griffin
Girls' Soccer Hustle Award - Nikky Andersen
Girls' Soccer Most Improved Award - Taylor Porchey
Girls' Soccer Gator Award - Annie Sohmer
JV Boys' Soccer Hustle Award - Zachary Meves
JV Boys' Soccer Most Improved Award - Stuart Cornett
JV Boys' Soccer Gator Award - Vijay Kaila
Boys' Soccer Hustle Award - Michael McColloch
Boys' Soccer Most Improved Award - Joey Brewer, Kendall Maddox
Boys' Soccer Gator Award - Alex Barrett
Softball Hustle Award - Nikky Andersen
Softball Most Improved Award - Madison Shields
Softball Gator Award - Annie Sohmer
Baseball Hustle Award - Grant Billings
Baseball Most Improved Award - Chandler Clark, Ryan Hickman
Baseball Gator Award - Bryce Pederson
6th Track Hustle Award - Christian Ott
6th Track Most Improved Award - Matthew Sebastian
6th Track Gator Award - Jaela DeJean, Sam Hoffman
7th Track Hustle Award - Lina Kilani, Robbie Schwarz
7th Track Most Improved Award - Victoria Arellano, James Woodruff
7th Track Gator Award - Jordan Zeal, Carl Mundt
8th Track Hustle Award - Kaitlin Handel, Jalan Dixon
8th Track Most Improved Award - Amy Gilligan, Michael McColloch
8th Track Gator Award - Lamar Bretches, Alex Barrett
Tuesday, September 18
Two Plays from 9/14/2007 Football Game - Grace vs. Kinkaid
Play 1 - Jalan Dixon (#22) flattens linebacker with a fierce block.
Play 2 - Jordan Underwood (#13) goes Sam McGuffie over defender on way to a long touchdown.
Grace vs. KinkaidThursday, September 21
Tackle from St. Michael's Football Game
Tackle vs. St. Michael'sFriday, April 4
Gator Track Finishes Strong at Kinkaid Relays
Alex Barrett named 8th Grade Boys Outstanding Athlete
The 8th grade boys, led by high-point winner Alex Barrett, placed 3rd in this week’s Kinkaid Relays behind The Village School and Kinkaid. There were 14 teams at the meet, which included St. John’s, St. Michael, River Oaks Baptist, 1st Baptist, 2nd Baptist, Trafton and others.
Alex won the 1600 meters in what is believed to be a school record of 5:17.83 seconds. He finished 3rd in the 800, 3rd in the 200m hurdles and 4th in the triple jump. The boy’s 4 x 100m relay team took second to The Village School in a photo-finish, lowering their season best by 1.5 seconds to 50.42. Jalen Dixon and John Suttles placed high in both the 100m and 200m events. Jalen also placed 3rd in the triple jump. Anthony Le, competing with an injured knee, placed 3rd in the shot put.
Kinkaid, the only school to use a manual entry system, believed that 2 schools—Grace School and Grece School—were two different schools. After much discussion, they agreed they were one and the same and finally decided to award us our proper medals and ribbons. Another casualty of the Kinkaid entry system was Christian Ott, who was omitted from one of his events.
Other notable achievements: Lamar Bretches and Jordan Zeal ran exceptionally well and set personal records in their events. Carl Mundt, battling a bad back, made his first appearance of the season and performed very well. Jaela DeJean placed 2nd in both the 100m and 200m. Kaitlin Handel placed 3rd in the triple jump and is improving steadily.
There were many more great efforts. Once the official results are posted I will send them along to everyone. I must mention one specifically. Jason Long, competing with flu-like symptoms, ran a strong 3rd leg in the 4 x 100m relay. Jason knew this was a big race and did not want to let his teammates down. He had to miss his two other events, but his effort in the relay was truly outstanding.
Big thanks go out to Coach Gholson for all his efforts on behalf of the kids—he is a great asset to the program.
Thank you to all the parents who attended. The kids love you being there and cheering on their behalf.
Friday, February 8
2008 Grace Girls' Basketball - GHAC Division 1 Champions
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Grace Girls' Basketball Win Houston Christian High School Tournament
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Boys' Soccer 2nd at HCHS Tournament
Friday, May 11
Athletes Recognized at 2006-2007 Sports Banquet
The 2006-2007 Grace School student athletes were recognized at a banquet on Thursday, May 10, 2007. All athletes received a participation certificate and Hustle, Most Improved, and Gator awards were awarded to individuals in each sport. Additionally Athlete of the Year, Justin Anderson, Cherilyn Harmeyer, Michael Cooper, and Spirit awards were given.
Boy and Girl Athlete of the Year - this award goes to the male and female that stood out as the most well-rounded athlete, all sports considered. These typically go to individuals who play three sports.
Girl Athlete of the Year - Nicholle Cromwell
Boy Athlete of the Year - Conner Walker
Michael Cooper Award - this award is given to the girl and boy who looks to place team success above personal success. These individuals are three-sport athletes and demonstrate not only leadership through actions, but also through constructive words.
Girl winner - Meagan Howell
Boy winner - Christopher Dearborn
Cherilyn Harmeyer Award - this award is given to the female athlete who demonstrates Christian spirit as a member of athletics. Ethical behavior and compassion are high qualities of this individual.
Winner- Sarah Corder
Justin Anderson Award - this award is given to the male who puts forth maximum effort, always supports his team and is dedicated to his involvement in Grace sports.
Winner - Chris Barrett
Spirit Award - this award is given to the individual who has supported Grace Athletics with tremendous enthusiasm, spirit, and devotion.
Winner - Walter Torres, Ron Graves
6th Grade Football Hustle Award - Alex Roys, Will Schwarz
6th Grade Football Most Improved Award - Nick Proctor
6th Grade Football Gator Award - Jackson Klein
7th Grade Football Hustle Award - Michael McColloch, Chandler Clark
7th Grade Football Most Improved Award - Grant Billings
7th Grade Football Gator Award - Jalan Dixon
8th Grade Football Hustle Award - Andrew Torres, Philip Jenkins
8th Grade Football Most Improved Award - Jake Craige, Drew Earnest
8th Grade Football Gator Award - Christopher Dearborn, Conner Walker
Cross Country Hustle Award - Kaitlyn Melton, Chris Barrett
Cross Country Most Improved Award - Gianna Tiedemann, Max Brown
Cross Country Gator Award - Nicholle Cromwell, Charlie Grealish
JV Volleyball Hustle Award - Ashley Walter
JV Volleyball Most Improved Award - Hannah Byatt
JV Volleyball Gator Award - Lamar Bretches
Varsity Volleyball Hustle Award - - Kaitlin Handel
Varsity Volleyball Most Improved Award - Meredith Richter
Varsity Volleyball Gator Award - Nikky Andersen
JV Girls' Basketball Hustle Award - Kaitlin Handel
JV Girls' Basketball Most Improved Award - Anna Keen
JV Girls' Basketball Gator Award - Amy Gilligan
Varsity Girls' Basketball Hustle Award - Kaitlyn Melton
Varsity Girls' Basketball Most Improved Award - Jillian Thompson
Varsity Girls' Basketball Gator Award - Ashley Walter
JV Boys' Basketball Hustle Award - Jackson Klein
JV Boys' Basketball Most Improved Award - Chris Kudla
JV Boys' Basketball Gator Award - Alex Roys
Varsity Boys' Basketball Hustle Award - Christopher Dearborn
Varsity Boys' Basketball Most Improved Award - Drew Earnest
Varsity Boys' Basketball Gator Award - Conner Walker
Girls' Soccer Hustle Award - Kaitlin Panaccione
Girls' Soccer Most Improved Award - Ann Suttles
Girls' Soccer Gator Award - Meagan Howell, Nicholle Cromwell
Boys' Soccer Hustle Award - Philip Jenkins
Boys' Soccer Most Improved Award - Marshall Cornett, Kendall Maddox
Boys' Soccer Gator Award - Alex Barrett
Softball Hustle Award - Meagan Howell
Softball Most Improved Award - Jillian Thompson
Softball Gator Award - Sheridan Gabrisch
Baseball Hustle Award - Christopher Dearborn
Baseball Most Improved Award - Drew Earnest
Baseball Gator Award - Andrew Torres
6th Track Hustle Award - Angela Pidala
6th Track Most Improved Award - Lina Kilani
6th Track Gator Award - Shelby Corder
7th Track Hustle Award - Kaitlin Handel, Jason Long
7th Track Most Improved Award - Morgan McHale, Alex Barrett
7th Track Gator Award - Lamar Bretches, Chance Griffin
8th Track Hustle Award - Katherine Knight, Spencer Coats
8th Track Most Improved Award - Nicholle Cromwell, Chris Barrett
8th Track Gator Award - Sarah Corder, Conner Walker
Wednesday, April 25
7th Grade Boys’ Track Finishes 2nd
Despite being without 2 key members of their team, the remaining 7 boys on the 7th grade team put on another great performance on Saturday at the Greater Houston Athletic Conference track meet.
Chance Griffin, John Suttles and Jason Long swept both the 100 and 200 meter races. Earlier they teamed up with Michael McColloch to demolish the field in the 4 x 100 meter relay. Alex Barrett and Max Brown set season bests in the 800 and 1200 meter races. Nicholas Vrakas continued his steady performances in the both the shot and discus as well. All seven of these boys did a fantastic job in trying to win the team championship against other schools with many more athletes.
In other action, Nicholle Cromwell finished 2nd in the high jump, Spencer Coats took 3rd and 6th in the 400 and 200 meter races and teamed with Conner Walker, Tate Grealish and Marshall Cornett in the 4 x 100 meter relay. Morgan McHale continued her steady improvement with a fine showing in the 200 meter dash. There were many other good performances.
Finally, thanks to all the parents and staff who supported us throughout the year. It makes everything a lot easier with great support. Thanks to Coach Ferretti and Amber Bretches for volunteering their time at the long jump on Saturday.
And a big thank you to Coach Gholson who did a great job this year with the distance runners and providing great help to all the athletes at practice and meets!
Jeffrey Thomas
Wednesday, March 28
Boys' Track & Field Wins John Cooper Dragon Invitational!!!
The Gators turned in a great team effort to come away with the championship at Saturday's meet held at John Cooper. There were many outstanding performances by our athletes. For a complete summary of the meet, please go to:
http://athletics.johncooper.org/holland/index_files/Page350.htm
Wednesday, March 28
Congratulations 7th Grade Boys Track
The 7th grade boy’s track squad finished 1st at the Panther Relays held at Presbyterian’s new Outdoor Education Center. Please join me in congratulating the members of this championship team!! Each member performed well and individual results should be available soon.
Alhassan, Zaid
Barrett, Alex
Brown, Max
Griffin, Chancelor
Le, Anthony
Long, Jason
McColloch, Michael
Suttles, John
Vrakas, Nicholas
Thursday, February 1
Girls' Soccer Undefeated Conference Champions
The Grace Girls' Soccer team defeated Awty International in the cold and wet weather on Wednesday, January 31, to finish the season 12-0. Goal scorers were Meagan Howell (3), Nicholle Cromwell, Shelby Corder and Annie Sohmer. All of the girls played a great game. What a season!
On Tuesday, January 30, Grace outscored rival Presbyterian 2-1 to claim the Greater Houston Athletic Conference championship. The Gators showed their toughness by coming from behind to win the game as goal scorers were Annie Sohmer and Meagan Howell. It was a great team effort.
The members of the championship team are:
Meagan Howell
Nicholle Cromwell
Kaitlin Panaccione
Katherine Knight
Sarah Corder
Shelby Corder
Morgan McHale
Shadeh Mehrinfar
Meredith Richter
Hailey Snyder
Nikky Andersen
Victoria Beale
Taylor Farris
Katherine Pepin
Annie Sohmer
Bethany Waanders
Ann Suttles
Please congratulate Coach Gholson and the girls when you see them!
Monday, November 27
Directions to Presbyterian Outdoor Fields
The address that Presbyterian School has listed for their new outdoor fields, 9100 South Freeway, Houston, TX 77051, does not show up properly when searched. Here is a link to their map. The field is basically at the corner of 288 and Reed Rd.
http://www.pshouston.org/_filelib/FileCabinet/Academics/Athletics/oec.gif?FileName=oec.gif
Soccer games will not be played at their campus on South Main.
Thanks!
Wednesday, October 18
Boys CC Wins GHAC Championship, Girls 4th
The Boys' Cross Country team won the GHAC Championship Meet, finishing with 34 points. St. Thomas Episcopal placed second with 45 points. On the girls' side, Grace finished in 4th place with 89 points, behind St. Thomas Episcopal, Ft. Bend Baptist Academy, and The John Cooper School.
The boys' team placed 5 runners in the top 10. Chris Barrett (4th) led the way, followed by Alex Barrett (5th), Charlie Grealish (6th), Max Brown (9th), and Chris Kudla (10th). Anson Petrick (22nd) and Eugene Saitoh (27th) rounded out the squad.
Nicholle Cromwell (16th) was the top girl finisher. Morgan Long (17th), Sarah Corder (19th), Kaitlyn Melton (21st), Shelby Corder (27th), Gianna Tiedemann (28th), Victoria Arellano (30th), and Lina Kilani (38th) also competed for the Gators.
Congratulations to all of these athletes and to Coach Gholson!
Friday, May 12
Athletes Recognized at 2005-2006 Grace Sports Banquet
The 2005-2006 Grace School student athletes were recognized at a banquet on Thursday, May 11, 2006. All athletes received a participation certificate and Hustle, Most Improved, and Gator awards were awarded to individuals in each sport. Additionally Athlete of the Year, Justin Anderson, Cherilyn Harmeyer, Michael Cooper, and Spirit awards were given
Boy and Girl Athlete of the Year - this award goes to the male and female that stood out as the most well-rounded athlete, all sports considered. These typically go to individuals who play three sports.
Girl Athlete of the Year - Kristi Handel
Boy Athlete of the Year - James Cromwell
Michael Cooper Award - this award is given to the girl and boy who looks to place team success above personal success. These individuals are three-sport athletes and demonstrate not only leadership through actions, but also through constructive words.
Girl winner - Jaime Zeal
Boy winner - Matthew Richter
Cherilyn Harmeyer Award - this award is given to the female athlete who demonstrates Christian spirit as a member of athletics. Ethical behavior and compassion are high qualities of this individual.
Winner - Jamie Ferguson
Justin Anderson Award - this award is given to the male who puts forth maximum effort, always supports his team and is dedicated to his involvement in Grace sports.
Winner - Hunter Calhoun
Spirit Award - this award is given to the individual who has supprted Grace Athletics with tremendous enthusiasm, spirit, and devotion.
Winner - Kimberly Richter, Sue Todd
Football Hustle Award - Johnny Schwarz, Conner Walker
Football Most Improved Award - Matthew Richter, Christopher Dearborn
Football Gator Award - James Cromwell, Hunter Calhoun
Cross Country Hustle Award - Meagan Howell, Roberto Aguilar
Cross Country Most Improved Award - Ashley Walter, Chris Barrett
Cross Country Gator Award - Nicholle Cromwell, Julian Tantzen
JV Volleyball Hustle Award - Kaitlin Handel
JV Volleyball Most Improved Award - Waverly Walla
JV Volleyball Gator Award - Nikky Andersen
Varsity Volleyball Hustle Award - Jaime Zeal, Melissa McColloch
Varsity Volleyball Most Improved Award - Rachel Gracy
Varsity Volleyball Gator Award - Kristi Handel
JV Girls' Basketball Hustle Award - Amy Gilligan
JV Girls' Basketball Most Improved Award - Lamar Bretches
JV Girls' Basketball Gator Award - Ashley Walter
Varsity Girls' Basketball Hustle Award - Jamie Ferguson
Varsity Girls' Basketball Most Improved Award - Connie Tao
Varsity Girls' Basketball Gator Award - Amanda Walter, Kristi Handel
JV Boys' Basketball Hustle Award - Chance Griffin
JV Boys' Basketball Most Improved Award - Evan Kirkland
JV Boys' Basketball Gator Award - Grant Billings
Varsity Boys' Basketball Hustle Award - Conner Walker, Christopher Dearborn
Varsity Boys' Basketball Most Improved Award - Drew Earnest
Varsity Boys' Basketball Gator Award - James Cromwell
Girls' Soccer Hustle Award - Nicholle Cromwell
Girls' Soccer Most Improved Award - Shadeh Mehrinfar
Girls' Soccer Gator Award - Meagan Howell, Kaitlin Panaccione
Boys' Soccer Hustle Award - Sahil Patel
Boys' Soccer Most Improved Award - Julian Tantzen, Johnny Schwarz
Boys' Soccer Gator Award - Matthew Richter
Softball Hustle Award - Morgan Ball
Softball Most Improved Award - Sheridan Gabrisch
Softball Gator Award - Courtney Francklow
Baseball Hustle Award - Hunter Calhoun
Baseball Most Improved Award - Andrew Torres
Baseball Gator Award - Drew Earnest
6th Track Hustle Award - Alex Barrett, Kaitlin Handel
6th Track Most Improved Award - Max Brown
6th Track Gator Award - Chance Griffin
7th Track Hustle Award - Chris Barrett
7th Track Most Improved Award - Anson Petrick
7th Track Gator Award - Spencer Coats, Nicholle Cromwell
8th Track Hustle Award - Sarah Salinas
8th Track Most Improved Award - Andrew Hatam, Katharine Kmiecik
8th Track Gator Award - Alex Tripp
Friday, February 8
2007-2008 Grace Boys' Soccer
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