The winter sports season ended yesterday at the conclusion of the nordic classic state race at Prospect Touring Center in Woodford, Vermont. The PA teams faired well with the boys coming in 9th overall (skate and classic combined) and the girls coming in 6th overall.
The first day of events, the skate races, were cohosted by PA and North Country and were held at the beautiful Craftsbury Outdoor Center. The Center was alive with skiers from all over the state, and the weather was great for skating. A huge thanks to all the volunteers, Mike Kiser (NC A.D.) and to Judy Geer and Dick Dreissengacker and their staff for helping to create a welcoming and spirited atmosphere at Craftsbury.
A week ago today the boys basketball team played their final game of the season and lost to a tough Oxbow tea in the playdowns by 5. The game was at a packed Carter Gymnasium at Johnson State College. The boys played hard, but were never able to rebound from the third quarter run that Oxbow made to start the second half. Check back for pictures and stats from the game.
It was indeed a long winter season: the boys ski team is young and will be back next year with a fresh look, while the girls team graduates SD, DB, KW, and looks to rebuild for next year...anyone interested see me...
The girls basketball team graduates 4 seniors and will welcome in a large freshman class next year, while the boys team graduates 5 seniors and also welcomes a big group of freshman to the program next year.
The indoor track team had a great season and looks to build on their success this year. They will also be looking to add to the team...interested athletes should see me.
The boys hockey team, while it didn't show in the wins column, had a tremendously successful season. They battled through a ton of adversity brought on mostly by injury and lack of numbers, but their resiliency and work ethic carried them through a long and grueling 20 game season. Also looking to grow; any skaters out there should get in touch with me.
Congrats all on a great season...we had record successes in regards to eligibility and our reputation as a school that takes pride in our sportsmanship continues to grow...Again, you inspired many and made many proud...
