That beautiful rain is causing me to mow the grass again, but I am not complaining. It was four inches of life-giving rain. I even get to leave my window open at night and enjoy the cool night air. It’s so much better than airconditioning. Russ must double up on his blankets, but I love sleeping in the cool air.
Once again, the Men’s Prayer Breakfast was an outstanding success. This is a time for men to get together, fellowship, have a great breakfast, and share some Biblical wisdom. Please remember it’s open to any man or boy from the area.
Our big district rival game against Cherokee was a stunning success. Final score was 76-52. Crowd turnout was strong, loud, and proud. The coaches standout player of the game was senior Layne Ward. Layne’s stats for the game were 148 yards passing with three touchdowns, 230 rushing yards with five touchdowns on 18 carries and five receptions for 92 yards and another touchdown. That’s a total of 470 yards of offense with nine total touchdowns. Way to play, Layne.
Defensive player of the game was Evan Deeds. Evan had 15 tackles and two interceptions. Way to go, Evan.
Congratulations to our Lady Coyotes in their four sets to one win over Rochelle. That leaves our ladies with a 4-1 district record. Way are so proud of you ladies.
On October 13, the junior high and high school girls will play Mullin at home. This is also Homecoming Spirit Day. Theme for the day is Men in Black.
Cross country teams are playing Zephyr on the 14th at Zephyr. This is Play it Safe day for grades 6-8th.
The 15th is Day two of Spirit Week. Wear your favorite pajamas. Junior high football will be play at Brookesmith.
The 16th is Homecoming, spirit gear or beach bash is the daily theme. Show off your spirit gear and come to the evening game against Brookesmith at home.
October 17th, the volleyball team will play Zephyr at home. Game time is 10:00 a.m. On the 20th, junior high and high school will play Brookesmith at home.
Sunday is the Class of 2027 Gumbo Luncheon in the Cafetorium. Please come out and support our 2027 graduates.
Play-it-Safe for K-5th will take place. This program is designed to keep our students safe. Keep your eyes peeled for news about Red Ribbon Week, our annual event for drug education.
With our elections just a few weeks away, we’re being inundated with political ads. It’s nauseating how much anger is displayed in these ads. I’ve written this before, and I’d like to say it again. One of the ads is advocating to vote for the man, not the party. That philosophy died decades ago. Both parties insist on their members voting along party lines. So, forget the man or woman. Check out the party platforms and decide which one agrees with your personal preferences. If you doubt me, check out a house vote. Most of the time, you will see solidarity along party lines. Check out the party position and don’t forget to vote. It’s a privilege many other countries don’t have.
Please pray for peace around the world, for our President, the elections, our Congressional members, and most of all, our precious troops and their families.