Stites For MVP!

Ben Stites has been nominated for the LaRosa's MVP of the Week.  Make sure to vote him in!

Check out the Larosa's MVP site at larosasmvp.com

Photo thanks to Rod Apfelbeck

Ready to Run

To get on your marks properly, you'll need to check out the Track and Field season preview at Cincinnat.com by Scott Springer, Nick Robbe and Adam Baum 

Check out the Girls Season Preview HERE

And check out the Boys Season Preview HERE

Photos thank to Rod Apfelbeck

And Now With Pictures

We've previously posted (HERE) about the Girls Lacrosse victory over Lakota West on Wednesday, March 25th.  We now have some great pictures by Arch Cunningham to share.

Thanks to Arch Cunningham for the great pictures.

See more HERE

Tennis Starting Strong

Bob Carter filed this report for the Boys Tennis scrimmage

Spring must be here because the Boys Varsity Tennis team season has finally started!

This year, the team is anchored by seniors Myles Bourbon (captain), Will Carter (captain), and Kieren Thomas (captain); juniors Jay Klein, Nolan Morley, Chris Murray, and Alex Sfyris; freshman George Arenas; and Coach Laurie Hoppenjans.

The season started with a scrimmage match versus Lakota at home on a beautiful Wednesday (3/25). Also seeing action during the match were Henry Cartwright and Trevor Payne.  Since it was a scrimmage, there was no official score; but I think the team the team is looking good (of course, I may be a little biased).

The regular season gets into full action right after Spring Break, so stay tuned for more updates.

Thanks to Tom Tobias for the lead picture, and 

Thanks to Bob Carter for the report and other pictures.

See more of Bob's pictures HERE

It Was Nail-Biter... For About a Minute

From Coach Crawford

The Wyoming HS Girl's Lacrosse Varsity team hosted their third home game this week playing Bishop Fenwick HS Thursday night.  Although tied briefly 1 - 1 in the first minute and a half of the game, the Cowboys steadily pulled away to win their third game, final score Wyoming 13, Fenwick 2.    Goalie Claire Mellott recorded 4 saves behind the defense of Grace Steiner, Emma Komrska, Carly Schlager, and Emily Wood.  Scoring was lead by Maggie Hughes and Reilly Simmons with 3 goals each with additional goals by Marielle Smith (2), Emily Wadds (2), Elizabeth Hughes (1), Adi Smith (1), and Ashley Moher (1).  Assists were lead by Adi Smith (4) with additional assists by Haley Stewart (2), Emily Wadds (1), and Molly Izenson (1).
 
Next up, both  JV and Varsity will play at Lebanon HS, on Thursday April 9.

Ones to Watch

Parker Chalmers made the Cincinnati.com's list of Ohio Baseball Players to Keep an Eye On.  If the list is any indication, it should be a great season as there are a lot of CHL players on the list.  

Check out Cincinnati.com HERE to see the rest of Tom Ramstetter's list. 

Photo thanks to Rod Apfelbeck

Here's The Opportunity You've Been Waiting For

A few years ago, when my opportunity came, I was glad for the chance to serve and try to repay the debt I owe for the great experiences, friendships, and character development Wyoming athletics have brought to my kids' lives.  Now the opportunity is presenting itself to you.  There will be a few open positions with the Athletic Boosters for next year.  Don't let this chance pass you by.

If you're ready to go, prepare a letter stating your interest and a short recap of what experience you will be bringing to the board.  Letters should be sent or dropped off to Frannie Rogers at 41 Burns Avenue by April 8th.

If you have any questions, Frannie Rogers or Chip Washienko will be glad to talk you through it.  Don't know Frannie or Chip?  Email the Round Up at wyoroundup@gmail.com and we'll put you in touch.

MEMBERSHIP and SUPER SATURDAY CHAIR
Responsibilities:
Super Saturday Event 
- work with Athletic Director  to confirm date/ time
- coordinate marketing for event and overall fall membership drive
- communications to community, police, students
- coordinate drivers and route assignment
- coordinate food/ drink for student athletes and drivers following event
- oversee all activities day of the event
Membership
- ordering of all materials needed (cards, mailings, flyers, etc.)
- maintain membership spreadsheet
- oversee all requests(mailings) and creation of membership cards. (Once created, coordinate    
  distribution of cards (@ first home games for each sport, etc.)


TREASURER
Responsibilities:
- Board member position
- Executive Committee member
- Responsible for all financial activities and compliance
- Prepares annual budget and submits for approval
- Prepares and submits annual IRS Form 990
- Cooperates with and submits records to Auditor
- Ensures bank accounts are reconciled
- Prepares and presents periodic financial statements
- Works with activity chairs to accomplish their goals
- Records receipts from activities and makes bank deposits
- Writes checks in payment of authorized invoices/reimbursements
- Attend bi monthly Board meetings and presents update on organization finances


AUDITOR
Responsibilities:
- Non-Board member position
- Periodically submits written reports to the Board summarizing activities
- Reviews Treasurer reports/reconciliations for accuracy and completion
- Ensures reasonable internal control procedures are being followed
- Extends expertise to Treasurer, Executive Committee and/or Board as needed

Two for Two

From Coach Crawford

The Wyoming HS Girl's Lacrosse team hosted their second home game against Lakota West HS Wednesday night.   The Varsity played the early game and again put on a shooting exhibition and outlasted West for a second victory, final score Wyoming 8, Lakota West 5.  Goalie Claire Mellott had another impressive performance recording 5 saves behind the defense of Grace Steiner, Emma Komrska, Carly Schlager, and Emily Wood.  Scoring was lead by Marielle Smith and Maggie Hughes with 3 goals each and additional goals were provided by Reilly Simmons (1) and Haley Stewart (1).

In the second game, the JV team, lead by Goalie Avery Barzizza with 8 saves, played a hard fought game but lost, final score Wyoming 4, Lakota West 8.   Goals were scored by Elizabeth Hughes (1), Libby Fischer (1), Caroline Abel (1) and Chelsea Davis (1) with an assist by Ashley Moher.

Next up, Bishop Fenwick, at home on Thursday March 26.  Varsity game time is 6:30, JV has the night off.

Smarty Pants

At the Winter Sports Awards, the absolutely devoted AD, Jan Wilking announced that in addition to a healthy lead in the CHL All Sports Trophy, Wyoming also led in the CHL Academic Award recipients.  There were 103 Cowboy athletes that maintained a 3.25 GPA.  And who led the leaders?  The Cheerleaders, of course.  100% of the squad earned the Academic Award.

Photo thanks to Rod Apfelbeck

Cowboy Classic Golf Outing

Be a part of the 1st Annual Wyoming Cowboy Classic Golf Outing at Wetherington Golf and Country Club on April 20th, 2015.  Sign up yourself or get your foursome together, or just come to the Awards Banquet and pretend you played.  There are also opportunities to sponsor the event.  

Check out the website HERE to learn more.

And download the flyer for your fridge HERE

Booster Scholarship Information

The Athletic Boosters will be awarding four $1500.00 scholarships this Sping to two deserving Senior girls and two Senior boys.

Ed Ridenour Scholarship Award

To recognize that senior girl and boy who demonstrated continuous athletic excellence coupled with scholastic performance, character & community involvement.  

Award--$1500.00

1) Any member of the senior class who will have completed at least two continuous years of work at Wyoming High School.

2) Participation in at least one sport for two full years; excellence in one sport for two full years.

3) An academic average of at least 3.5 GPA (7 semester cumulative)

4) Character, leadership, sportsmanship and community involvement as defined on the application.

Gene Pitman Scholarship Award

To recognize that senior girl and boy who demonstrated continuous athletic excellence, leadership, and sportsmanship as defined on the application.  

Award--$1500.00

1) Any member of the senior class who will have completed at least two continuous years of work at Wyoming High School.

2) Participation in at least one sport for two full years; outstanding excellence in one sport for two full years.

3) Leadership, sportsmanship and outstanding athletic achievement as defined on the application.

Application forms can be downloaded HERE or obtained from Athletic Director, Jan Wilking.  The deadline for submission of Booster scholarship applications is Friday, March 27th—the beginning of Spring Break.  Completed applications should be turned into Jan Wilking.

Not a Senior, but plan to be one one day?  Download a copy of the scholarship criteria HERE to glue to your fridge so you can make sure your prepared.

Boys High School Soccer Meeting

There will be a Soccer Meeting for all 8th grade boys interested in playing High School Soccer on Thursday, April 16th at 3:30 pm, in the High School Cafeteria. The meeting will take approximately 30 minutes.

Photo thanks to Deb Varland

A Hot Start in the Cold

The Wyoming HS Girl's Lacrosse team opened their 2015 season at home against Mother of Mercy HS.    The JV team, lead by Goalie Avery Barzizza, played a tight game with Mercy with Ellen Boster scoring in the last 17 seconds of the game to bring the score to a tie and its eventual conclusion at 5 - 5.  Wyoming scoring was lead by Madelyn Taylor with 4 with assists credited to Caroline Abel and Annie Boster.

The Varsity saw a high shooting Cowboy game with 34 shots of which 12 were netted for a victory, final score Wyoming 12, Mercy 8.  Goalie Claire Mellott recorded 3 saves and the defensive platooning of Grace Schneider, Emma Komrska, Lindsay Stewart, Grace Steiner, Carly Schlager, and Emily Wood kept Mercy's offense off balance.  Scoring was lead by Marielle Smith (4), with additional goals by Adi Smith (3), Maggie Hughes (2), Reilly Simmons (2), and Emily Wadds (1).  Haley Stewart set a school record with most draw controls in a game (10) as she and center Olivia Cunningham ensured a game dominated by Cowboy offense.

Next up, Lakota West, at home on Wednesday March 25.  

Varsity gametime is 5:30, 

JV gametime is 6:45.

Thanks to Coach Crawford for the report, and

Thanks to Arch Cunningham and his frozen fingers for the great pictures.

See more JV pictures HERE

See more Varsity pictures HERE

Did We Mention...

Congratulations to Lonnie Grayson for making AP All-Ohio Honorable Mention!

Photo thanks to Rod Apfelbeck

Three in a Row

From Coach White

The Wyoming Jackrabbits Ultimate club posted its third straight win to start the season Sunday, knocking off Mason 10-5.  On a windy day, the Jackrabbits unveiled a strong zone, forcing numerous turnovers that wore Mason down, as Wyoming went from a 4-3 edge to the 10-5 final score.

Junior Jaden Shapiro was on target all day, completing an array of deep throws that accounted for seven goals.  Junior Max Brady, in his first varsity game, caught three scores, and Michael Spurling had two goals and a scoring catch.  Junior Joe White anchored the back of the zone, leading the team in interceptions and deflections, and adding two scoring throws, while senior Tim Fitch and sophomore Annmarie Spurling paced a hustling zone trap and each had a scoring catch.

The Jackrabbits JV squad dropped a tough 8-14 contest to St. X/Ursaline Academy.  Senior Blake Wickstrom, had five scoring throws and one goal catch, while Junior Quinn Wolfer had four goal catches and two scoring throws.

The Jackrabbits are off the next two weeks, returning to action Sunday, April 12 at 3:15 at the Wyoming Rec Center.

The Homestand

Next week the Girls Lacrosse team's 2015 regular season begins with 3 home games before Spring break.  Help get the team off to a great start by filling the stands.

Monday, March 23  HOME vs Mother of Mercy

JV game at 6, Varsity game at 7:15

Wednesday, March 25 HOME vs Lakota West 

Varsity game at 5:30, JV game at 6:45.  

Thursday, March 26  HOME vs Fenwick

Varsity game only at 6:30.   

Photo thanks to Arch Cunningham

Take Me Out to the Ball Game

Check out the Tri-County Press Softball preview by Scott Springer, Adam Baum and Nick Robbe  HERE 

Buy Me Some Peanuts and Cracker Jacks

Check out the Tri-County Press Baseball preview by Scott Springer, Adam Baum and Nick Robbe HERE

Photo thanks to Rod Apfelbeck

Coach of the Years

In his first year as head of the Boys Basketball team, Coach Edmonds was named both CHL Coach of the Year and District 16 Coach of the Year.  Congratulations, Coach!

Photo thanks to Rod Apfelbeck

Asa's Aces

Asa Palmer has been selected to wrestle in the 2015 SWOWCA Senior All-star meet.

Also. the sun will rise tomorrow morning.

Yeah, we can state obvious conclusions all day.'

Thanks to Coach Pitman for the news, and

Thanks to Rod Apfelbeck for the picture.

CALLING ALL GIRLS SOCCER PLAYERS!

There will be a brief informational meeting Thursday, 3/26 for any 8th grade girls interested in playing soccer in the fall at the high school. The meeting will be in Coach Gruber's classroom at the high school (Room 204) after school. Any questions? Email her at gruberl@wyomingcityschools.org

Photo provided by Coach Gruber

Jackrabbits Start Strong

From Coach George White

The Wyoming Ultimate club, the Jackrabbits, moved to 2-0 on the season with a resounding 15-7 win over Walnut Hills.

Junior Jaden Shapiro led the way with six scoring throws and two goal catches, while fellow junior Joe White had three and four and sophomore Arthur Cilley had three and two.  The three key returnees from last year’s squad did most of the handling on the day, and also generated numerous turnovers on defense.

The Jackrabbits are again playing in the Cincinnati co-ed high school league, which now has more than 30 teams in the area.  The Jackrabbits kicked off their season with a win over St. X/Ursaline Academy.  League games are every Sunday afternoon between 3-8 on the Rec Center turf field.

Awards Away

Coach Lackey passed on the good word for a few of the awards earned by the Girls Basketball team.

Emily Wadds 1st Team All League, and Southwest Ohio 3rd Team All District

Haley Stewart 2nd Team All League

Emily will also be playing in the District All-Star game (details to follow)

Photo thanks to Arch Cunningham

One For the Record Books

Mathletical Master of the Matmen, Coach Pitman sent the Round Up some wrestling records.

Record Board for Wyoming Wrestling

Wins in a Season
Freshman: Yima Nyamor with 28 wins (second all-time)
Sophomore: Noah Pitman with 26 wins (tied for 3rd all-time)
Junior: Justin Shields with 30 wins (tied for 3rd all-time)

Season Record Board
Wins:
Asa Palmer is tied 7th all-time with 35 wins
Justin Shields made leaderboard with 30 wins in a season

Takedowns:
Asa Palmer is now 2nd all-time with 113 takedowns in a season
Justin Shields made the leaderboard with 74 takedowns in a season

Escapes:
Asa Palmer is now 4th all-time with 38 escapes in a season

Career Record Board
Team Points:
Asa Palmer is now 5th all-time with career points with 521 team points
Justin Shields is now 10th all-time with career points with 423.5 team points

Takedowns:
Asa Palmer is now 2nd all-time with 280 career takedowns
Justin Shields is now 5th all time with 170 career takedowns

Escapes:
Asa Palmer is the career leader escapes with 109 escapes
Luke Kremzar is 11th all-time in in career escapes with 71

(compiled with current stat book, stats filed, and submitted stats with documented proof )

Photo thanks to Rod Apfelbeck

Amaranthine All American

Coach Knickel passed on the news about awesome alumna, Emily Stites ('12) earning her 6th All American

From the Jacob Skipper article on the Tribe Athletics website
"William and Mary junior Emily Stites (Wyoming, Ohio) tied the program record Friday night at the NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships, finishing 11th in the 5,000m to earn her sixth All-American honor.  This was the second year in a row that Stites has run at the NCAA indoor championships."

Read the rest of the article for more details about the race HERE.

You Need to Warm Up Too

Spring sports are getting ready to bloom.  Will you be ready?  You've had a long cold Winter of dry scratchy throats and big heavy coats.  You're kidding yourself if you think you're just going to step into the stands at any home opener and be able to cheer like a maniac.  If by some chance you eyes will be able to focus on the action on the field instead of being blinded by that big yellow thing in the sky that you haven't seen for awhile, your voice will give out 13 minutes in and, not being used to the weightlessness of being free from that heavy coat, your arms will flail uncontrollably spilling your neighbors tasty concessions everywhere.  You'll be pretty embarrassed.  You need a pre-season too.  A chance to adjust your eyes to natural light, let the pipes warm-up, and regain some muscle control.   The Girls Lacrosse team is offering you the opportunity to do just that.

Wyoming Girls Lacrosse 2015 preseason action opens this Saturday, March 14th at Sycamore HS with games starting at 12:40 against Anderson, 1:40 Sycamore, 3:20 Beavercreek, and 4:20  Bishop Fenwick.    On Sunday, March 15th, the team will be hosting Ballard HS from Louisville, Ky, JV scrimmage starts at noon and Varsity plays at 1:00

Photo thanks to Arch Cunningham

Stand Up and Be Recognized

WINTER SENIOR ATHLETES AND PARENTS:

On behalf of the Wyoming Booster Association, please plan to attend the annual Winter Senior Athletic Recognition Night on Wednesday, March 25th.  This ceremony will take place in conjunction with the High School Winter Sports Award night, held at the Pendery Center.  We will begin the evening with our Senior Athletic Recognition program, promptly at 7pm.    Each mother will be presented with a corsage, and parents will accompany their student-athlete to the front of the auditorium.  This is a special event to commemorate the dedication that both you and your daughter, or son, have shown during their career at Wyoming High School.

Please R.S.V.P. no later than Friday, March 20th, to Julia Taylor at 708-5666 or tjtaylor@cinci.rr.com.

photo thanks to Rod Apfelbeck

Make Room on the Shelf

The Cowboys came out on top in the Winter season of the CHL All Sports Trophy standings.  They earned 31.5 points over 2nd place Mariemont's 23 and 3rd place Madeira's 22 points.  For the year, Wyoming leads Madeira 92.5 to 70.5.

Former Coach, "Papa" Sheehan Passes Away.

Former JV Baseball Assistant Coach, Dale "Papa" Sheehan, father of former JV Baseball Coach, Andrew Sheehan, passed away on Saturday, March 7th, after a three year battle with cancer.

Dale Sheehan was the loving husband to Roz (nee Bedinghaus). Devoted father to Andrew (Sara) Sheehan, Tyler (Julie) Sheehan and Adam Sheehan. Proud grandfather to Mariella Sheehan. Dale is survived by his parents; Lee and Edna Sheehan, brothers; Mark (Rachel) Sheehan and David (Buffie) Sheehan, mother and father-in-law; Ron and Ruth Bedinghaus, close friends; Tammy and Tony Koehling as well as many extended family members. Dale was a very passionate coach for LaSalle's football and wrestling teams for 30 years and also coached many other youth organizations. Dale passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2015 at the age of 58.

Services will be held at the Paul R. Young Funeral Home, 7345 Hamilton Avenue, Mt. Healthy, OH 45231, on Wednesday, March 11 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. A memorial mass will take place the following day, March 12, at St. Margaret Mary Church, 1830 West Galbraith Road, North College Hill, OH 45239, at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Paul Young Funeral Home to assist the family with funeral and medical expenses. Condolences may be expressed to the family at http://www.paulyoungfuneralhome.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1539233

Photo provided by Coach Fiehrer

Stites For State

In a preview of the awesomeness that will be the Spring Track season, Ben Stites competed at the Indoor Track State Meet on Saturday at the University of Akron.  He finished 4th in the D2/D3 combined 1600m race with a time of 4:26.

Thanks to Coach Glendenning and Coach Knickel for the report and picture.

Matmen End at Districts

From the master of matmen, Coach Pitman,

The wrestling team finished their season this past weekend at the district wrestling.  Representing the Cowboys were Ethan Tefs, Jacob Hancock, Asa Palmer, Yima Nyamor, Justin Shields, and Luke Kremzar.  Asa won 2 matches at the District Tournament located at Southeastern High School.  Asa ends his Wyoming career with 98 career wins with 35 coming this season.  Asa also climbed into the top 5 spots in a number of statistical categories including wins by brother (brother Ike) with 176.

Top 5 wins by brothers:

1.   176 Ike and Asa Palmer  

2.   149 Todd and Pete Richman

3.   148 Brian and Michael Pitman

4.   109  Jeff and Bryan Howell    

5.   102 Michael and Josh Sagan

Winter Senior Athletic Recognition Night

WINTER SENIOR ATHLETES AND PARENTS:

On behalf of the Wyoming Booster Association, please plan to attend the annual Winter Senior Athletic Recognition Night on Wednesday, March 25th.  This ceremony will take place in conjunction with the High School Winter Sports Award night, held at the Pendery Center.  We will begin the evening with our Senior Athletic Recognition program, promptly at 7pm.    Each mother will be presented with a corsage, and parents will accompany their student-athlete to the front of the auditorium.  This is a special event to commemorate the dedication that both you and your daughter, or son, have shown during their career at Wyoming High School.

Please R.S.V.P. no later than Friday, March 20th, to Julia Taylor at 708-5666 or tjtaylor@cinci.rr.com.

photo thanks to Rod Apfelbeck

Beaten By the Braves

Thursday, March 5th, the Cowboys Basketball season came to an end in the second round of the Sectional bracket.  The boys fell 51-63 to Indian Hill.  Pollyanna points out that throughout the season the Cowboys record against Indian Hill is 2-1 and they outscored the Braves 179-162.  The team finished at 21-3 (14-0 CHL).  

What a great season.

Let's give 'em a hand.

Photos thanks to Rod Apfelbeck and Arch Cunningham

See more of Rod's pictures HERE

See more of Arch's pictures HERE

Free Money

The Athletic Boosters will be awarding four $1500.00 scholarships this Sping to two deserving Senior girls and two Senior boys.

Ed Ridenour Scholarship Award

To recognize that senior girl and boy who demonstrated continuous athletic excellence coupled with scholastic performance, character & community involvement.  

Award--$1500.00

1) Any member of the senior class who will have completed at least two continuous years of work at Wyoming High School.

2) Participation in at least one sport for two full years; excellence in one sport for two full years.

3) An academic average of at least 3.5 GPA (7 semester cumulative)

4) Character, leadership, sportsmanship and community involvement as defined on the application.

Gene Pitman Scholarship Award

To recognize that senior girl and boy who demonstrated continuous athletic excellence, leadership, and sportsmanship as defined on the application.  

Award--$1500.00

1) Any member of the senior class who will have completed at least two continuous years of work at Wyoming High School.

2) Participation in at least one sport for two full years; outstanding excellence in one sport for two full years.

3) Leadership, sportsmanship and outstanding athletic achievement as defined on the application.

Application forms can be downloaded HERE or obtained from Athletic Director, Jan Wilking.  The deadline for submission of Booster scholarship applications is Friday, March 27th—the beginning of Spring Break.  Completed applications should be turned into Jan Wilking.

Not a Senior, but plan to be one one day?  Download a copy of the scholarship criteria HERE to glue to your fridge so you can make sure your prepared.

That's Our Parker

At the 48th Annual Scholar-Athlete Awards Banquet, presented by The Greater Cincinnati Chapter of the National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame, on Wednesday, march 3rd, Parker Chalmers was honored as a finalist for the "That's My Boy" award, which recognizes Scholarship, Citizenship and Athletic Achievement.  He was one of just nine finalists for the award for Southwestern Ohio.

Coach Hancock, praised Chalmers, "Parker Chalmers is a tremendous example of the total student-athlete. Parker has an ability to make others around him better because of his leadership and high quality character. Parker is an exceptional person who values honesty and integrity. His motivation and drive to get better everyday represents what Wyoming Football is all about. Parker has left a legacy of excellence in the Wyoming Football program. It has been an honor and privilege to be a part of Parker’s high school career and his impact on our program is unmeasurable."

Photo thanks to Rod Apfelbeck

See more HERE