McAdams boys basketball earns four district championships; first time in school history
The four McAdams Junior High boys basketball teams shut out the competition this year with four district championships. This is the first-time in school history to have all four teams earn the top title in the same year.
The 8A and 7A teams were both named the South Zone Champions, before moving on to earn the District Championships. The teams are coached by Tony Carse and Matt Klingenberg, respectively.
The 8B and 7B teams also brought home a District Championship for their seasons. They are coached by Aaron Webb and Brendan Flannery, respectively. Way to go, Gators!
Basketball team members include: 8A Team - K'Vionne Benjamin, Daniel Cole, Jacobie Fowler, Joshua Gonzales, John Littles, Jordan Myers, Treylon Owens, Myles Rankin and student manager Livan Lopez 8B Team - Dylan Caudle, Rod'Johon Dorsey, Taylor Higbee, Devin Hudson, Daniel James, Tyreq Miles, Shakur Richardson, Alexander Robinson, Samuel Sereal Jr. and student manager Kyle Ferguson
7A Team - Archie Williams, DJ Small, Jarian Spells, Marques Williams, Xziavour Dickerson, Damon Williams, Cam Britton, Stefon Jenkins, Joseph Shields, Isaiah Hackney and student manager Jakolbe Hobbs
7B Team - Jacobe Arnett, Broq Fisher, Darius Smith, Brandon Forward, Lathan Simmons, SaVon McAfee, Andre Derouen, Dakota Harris, Connor Morgan, Jalen Spriggins and student manager Keegan Baker
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McAdams Girls 7B Basketball Team earns South Zone Championship
The McAdams Junior High girls 7B basketball team recently earned the title of South Zone Champions. The team is led by Coach Germaine Spells-Barrett.
Team members include: London Robinson, Ebony Wiltz, Kiondra Matthews, Brionne Carroll, Deja Dotson, Rachel McCall, Alexis Floyd, Shelby Davis, Parris Gaines and Cheyla Perry.
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Dunbar teacher nominated for award
Congratulations to Juliet Weigand from Dunbar Middle School for being nominated for the A+ Teacher Award for Kidnnected Magazine. Weigand was nominated by one of her former students. Her picture and an article will appear in an upcoming issue of Kidnnected Magazine. Weigand is the drama teacher at Dunbar Middle School. She has held that position for 12 years. |
Self-defense class open to public
The Dickinson High School SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) group will sponsor a self-defense training class for all Dickinson students, families and community members on March 8. The class will be held in the Dickinson High School gym from 6-7 p.m. Jason Carter, owner and chief instructor from 646 Martial Arts, will give a martial arts demonstration and provide training tips. |