West Liberty-Salem, #3 in this weeks OATCCC D3 State Poll, finished Regional Runner Up at the D3 Troy Regional. It's the second consecutive year finishing Regional Runner Up and will be the teams 5th consecutive trip to State. It also marks the programs 21st state appearance.
Sr. Owen Harrison 3rd. 16:44.7
Fr. Garrett Wallen 13th 16:58.5
Jr. Joey LaRoche 20th 17:16.5 PR
Fr. Dylan King 21st 17:17.0 PR
So. Troy Bradley 29th 17:34.3
So. Quentin Rudolph 33rd 17: 40.2
Fr. Brevin Louden 46th 18:09.1
"I'm very proud of the way this team responded after all of the sickness that has ran its course through the program this week. Qualifying to state for the 5th consecutive year is a testament of this teams fight and character. In fact, today we ran without Asher Knox the teams #2 runner who didn't compete because of illness. Just happy for the whole team stepping up in his absence and running an outstanding team race. We're hopeful he'll be back next week to help us at the state meet. Senior Owen Harrison ran an almost flawless race moving up methodically from 35th at mile 1 to finish in 3rd to lead the team. Freshmen Garrett Wallen rose to the occasion and delivered a top 15 finish, which is incredible for a freshmen. Junior Joey LaRoche and Freshmen Dylan King both had remarkable races and set career personal bests. Troy Bradley also ran a solid race rounding out the scoring for the Big Orange. Quentin Rudolph and Brevin Louden ran great races despite coming off of illnesses."
Team Standings (Top 4 Teams Qualifying to State)
Summit Country Day 53
West Liberty-Salem 74
Botkins 77
Cedarville 136
Anna 155
Covington 165
Russia 183
Versailles 211
Legacy Christian 212
Cincinnati Christian 253
Seven Hills 284
MVCA 296
Meet Record: 10-1
Season Record: 120-18
Total Runners: 95
The West Liberty-Salem girls cross country team earned its seventh consecutive DIII state berth Saturday at the Troy Southwest Regional meet. The Big Orange ranked #5 in the latest DIII state coaches poll was edged out by #2 state ranked Ft. Loramie by 1 point to place second overall. The top three teams qualified for next week's state meet.
Team Scores: 1st Ft. Loramie 60, 2nd West Liberty-Salem 61, 3rd Maderia 72, 4th Botkins 116, 5th Summit Country Day 145, 6th Versailles 154, 7th Brookville 188, 8th Anna 196, 9th Russia 218, 10th Clermont NE 298, 11th Seven Hills 299
The duo of Ashley Yoder and Malia Yoder powered the Big Orange with top 10 finishes. Yoder placed 6th (19:46) and Miller 7th (19:51). Breece Gullet ran for 15th place (20:31) and Addison McAuley and Gwen McCullough recorded top 25 finishes with McAuley placing 22nd (20:49) and McCullough 23rd (20:52). Taylor Kennedy placed 37th (21:33) and Claire Longshore 51st (22:13).
"The girls left it all out on the course today against two top 10 state ranked teams," said WLS head coach, Ann Vogel. "I'm so proud of the fight and determination they showed throughout the race. Qualifying for the state meet is always tough, and today's race is a testament to their work ethic, love for their team, and commitment to the tradition of the Big Orange program."
WLS will compete at the OHSAA State Championships Saturday at The Fortress in Obetz starting at 11:45 a.m.
Photo credit: John Coffman
Parents of 8th graders are asked to join us for a meeting about the Washington DC class trip on Tuesday, November 1, from 6-7:00 PM in the Cafetorium.
Hello Families, this is Kraig Hissong, Superintendent. Electricity has been restored at the school and school will start at 9:40 AM for the MS and HS and 9:45 AM for the Elementary. Expect your bus to arrive at your home 2 hours later than normal. Thank you to everyone for your understanding this morning under these unusual circumstances.
Thank you.
Kraig Hissong
Middle school cheer parents are asked to attend the basketball season team meeting on Monday, October 31st, at 5 PM in the elementary music room. If you have a 7th or 8th grader who missed sign ups and are interested in joining the team, please call or email Shannon at Shannonmcclintick@gmail.com or (937) 508-1142. Go Tigers!
Registration for youth basketball (grades 4-6) and Little Dribblers (grades k-5) will Close on Monday, October 31st. Little Dribblers will practice December 3, 10 and 17th from 8-9 AM and will perform during halftime of a home boys basketball game and a home girls basketball game.
Youth Basketball will begin with tryouts on/around November 1st with games beginning in January. The season typically wraps up toward the end of February. Sign up, today! Go Tigers!
The verdict is in! Mrs. Arnold’s 11th grade homeroom was the winner of our Halloween decorating contest! Their display featured an interactive zombie experience with students. Mr. Cotrell’s 10th grade homeroom came in second place, and Mrs. Spencer’s freshman received honorable mention. This year, we included a most improved award for Mr. Lewis’ seniors who decorated for the first time ever!
Members of FFA are enjoying the annual trip to National Convention this week! They are taking in three full days of career and leadership sessions, touring Beasley’s Orchard, an animal rescue center and Hunter’s Honey Farm. Today is their final day, and they will hear from the Convention’s Keynote speaker, visit the career show, and attend the general session.
The Tiger Track and Field season is just around the corner! Girls in grades 7-12 can sign up at the link below:
https://www.bornandracedinwestliberty.com/trackfield.html
If you have any questions, feel free to contact Coach Vogel at 937-539-1120.
We are learning about balance, hand-eye coordination, playing recess games in gym class this week. Best of all, we are having fun!
Mrs. Hall's Family and Consumer Science class had a cookie bake off this week! Educators and staff joined student teams and judged the event to win bragging rights for the best sweet treat! Pictured is Liz Carter and her team making chocolate chip cookies.
Zoology students are taking a behind the scenes tour of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium’s manatee habitat today. This experience allowed students to interact with the Zoo’s Manatee Rescue and Rehabilitation Program as they prepare to rehabilitate 4 orphaned manatees after Hurricane Ian. Students also toured the only viable Mangrove tree site north of Florida and met the Zoo’s rescue pelican population! Experiences beyond the classroom are a great way to gain practical knowledge, solidify what they are learning, and study potential careers in the field!
Reminder on post season ticket information from Tiger Athletics:
For all post season OHSAA tournament contests, go to www.ohsaa.org/tickets, choose your desired sport, then type ‘West Liberty’ into the search bar, and select the event that you wish to purchase tickets. The No cash will be taken at the gates. You can show your digital ticket (on your phone or tablet), or a printed ticket at the gate for entry into the contest.
Support the Class of 2025 class fundraiser by having dinner at Chipotle tonight, from 5-9!
Middle School Counselor Kim Leichty is speaking to sixth graders about bullying, rumors, and social media safety this week. Find the full article here:
https://www.wlstigers.org/article/883525
SENIOR PICTURES are Wednesday morning! Please be sure to be at the school between 7:15-9:00 am to get your picture done for the yearbook/class wall pictures.
Order form is attached, if you'd like to also order additional pictures.
RETAKES – GRADES 6-11: Pictures/Retakes for those that were absent or would like a retake will take place on Wednesday morning. Order form is attached. If you are doing a retake, please bring in your old pictures to trade in at the retake.
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1083/WLS/2528541/6-11_Picture_Form_8120_.pdf
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1083/WLS/2528542/SENIOR_PICTURE_FORM.pdf
Ohio Hi-Point Career Center introduced their 2022-23 student influencers yesterday! Student influencers are selected after nominaion, application, and interview process to represent Ohio Hi-Point. They will lead building tours for students, families, and community members, represent OHP at community and school events, and capture life at OHP through weekly social media updates. Please help us congratulate Trevor Sandefur from West Liberty-Salem/OHP Diesel, who was selected for this honor!
Hello WL-S Families, Cold and flu season are upon us! We want to remind parents that if your child has a fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose, vomiting/nausea or other symptoms and does not feel well, we encourage you to keep your child home. If your child has a fever, they should not return to the school until 24 hours after the fever breaks. Our CHWP School-Based Health Clinic is also available to families if you wish for your child to be seen by Jen Douthwaite, our Nurse Practitioner. Thank you, Kraig Hissong
Week at a glance! Support the Tigers in tournament action this week! Again, all tickets must be purchased online. Go Tigers!
Join us at Tiger Stadium tonight, October 24th, when the Tiger Marching Band will perform their 2022 fall half-time and pre-game shows! The concert begins at 6:30. See you there!
