Meet the Miller

Coach Miller begins his tenure at the top of the Boys Lacrosse team with three big wins.  He sent in the following report to get us to speed with the team and to introduce his coaching staff.

Mount up! Let’s ride! The 2015 Cowboys are off to an exciting start. The varsity squad is 3-0 with a win in the opener against Summit before we all got our sun tan.  Shaking the sand off our feet the boys worked at two more W’s this past weekend against Turpin and Granville. The JV boys go in to next week undefeated as well. Both squads take on Lebanon at home on Monday 4-13. The JV faceoff at 6pm with varsity following at 730pm. The boys are coming together as a team. They are a focused and enthusiastic group who work together to make each other better. The boys are coached by Jack Burchenal (CCD ’06), Billy Brengle (CCD ‘07), and Max Koehler (Mariemont ’08). We are so happy to be at Wyoming and we look forward to meeting everyone.

Mount Up!

Thanks to Coach Miller for the report, and

Thanks to Rod Apfelbeck for these pictures from the March 27th season opener.

See more HERE

Lumping Lebanon

Coach Crawford reports

The Wyoming HS Girl's Lacrosse traveled to Lebanon HS Thursday night (April 9th) in what turned out to be a stormy night.  First up, the JV looked impressive at their midfield play out hustling their opponent to lead 3 to 1 as the first half was interrupted and game later cancelled due to the weather.  Goals were scored by A. Boster, A Moher, and H. Connelly.

The Varsity played a scrappy Lebanon team and faced a 4 to 4 tie moving into the second half of play.  After further exchanges in goal scoring and with 4:15 left in the second half, breakout goals by Maggie Hughes and Marielle Smith broke a 7 to 7 tie as the Cowboys outlasted Lebanon to win 10 to 7.  Goals were lead by Reilly Simmons (3), followed by Adi Smith (2), Marielle Smith (2), Maggie Hughes (2), and Olivia Cunningham (1).  Assists were provided by Maggie Hughes (3), Marielle Smith (2), Adi Smith (1), and Emily Wadds (1).  Emily Wadds lead all players with 3 Draw Controls.  Another strong showing by Goalie Claire Mellott with contributions by Grace Schneider, Emma Komrska, Grace Steiner, Carly Schlager, Emily Wood, and Lindsay Stewart as a rotating defensive unit snaring 7 Ground Balls and 5 Draw Controls.

Next up, both  JV and Varsity will play a tough conference game against Summit HS at Home, on Saturday, April 11.  JV gametime is 11:00 AM; Varsity gametime is 12:30 PM.

Thanks to Coach Crawford for the report, and

Thanks to Arch Cunningham for the great pictures.

See more HERE

Now with Pictures

We previously posted (HERE) about the Cowboys season opening win against Roger Bacon on April 4th.  Now we have some great pictures to add.

Pictures tell a story and pictures say a thousand words and that's all well and good, but sometimes not one of those thousand words answer the question - Did we get him out?   It looks like despite this being the glorious digital age of information, you'll have to make it out to the games in person to get your questions answered, and maybe do a little cheering as well. 

Thanks to Rod Apfelbeck for the great pictures 

(even the ones that raise more questions than they answer)

See more HERE

Between the Drops

Coach Hoppenjans knows you've been jonesing for some Cowboy action... stupid rain.  Her team went through a lot of work to get part of a match in just to give you your fix.  You're welcome

After rolling the courts dry to host the Kings (Division 1) tennis team today (Thursday, April 9th), our Boys’ tennis match was called off due to rain.  BUT…. Not before our First Doubles team, Will Carter & Kieren Thomas, cleaned the clocks of the opponent 6-0, 6-1.  The remaining courts were still in progress and the team hopes to finish the job soon.

Perfect Timing

The Athletic Booster's inaugural golf outing, the Cowboy Classic is April 20th.  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

You know you're going to crush it (or at least in your stories you will have).  It's just about inevitable.  And then after your head swelling comes down to a managable level, it'll be just about time to sign up for the Gene Pitman Benefit for Wyoming Youth Services on Saturday, October 17 from 5-9 p.m. at the Wyoming Civic Center.

Join in honoring the service and legacy of "Mr. Wyoming", Gene Pitman with fun, friends, food, drinks, and activities for the kids!  Wyoming Cowboy memorabilia, including sport videos and photographs, collected by Mr. Pitman over the years will be available for sale.  Admission is free.  All donations and event proceeds will benefit Wyoming Youth Services. This event is presented by the City of Wyoming, the Wyoming Recreation Foundation, and Wyoming Youth Services.

For more information, contact Julie Jones at julie@wyomingyouthservices.com or Laurie Rusnak at lrusnak@wyomingohio.gov

Honoring Hughes

On April 8th in between the JV and Varsity lacrosse game we will honor former head lax coach, Keith Hughes.  

All former players welcome. 

Photo thanks to Rod Apfelbeck

Wyoming's Walk Off WIns

Coach Fiehrer sent in the good word for the Baseball team's season openers.

The Wyoming Baseball teams had exciting finishes on Saturday as they opened their seasons.

JV baseball lead Roger Bacon early 8 to 0.  Roger Bacon fought back and the game was tied 9 to 9.  Nate Harper shut the door on the mound in the top of the 7th inning.  In the bottom of the 7th after several Cowboys got on base Peyton Ogle hit a walk off single to win the game for the Cowboys!  Although a single in the book, the ball was absolutely crushed over the left fielder's head.

Varsity baseball opened their season as well vs. Roger Bacon.  The Cowboys won in walk off fashion after Andrew Marty was hit by a pitch with the bases loaded in the bottom of the 7th.

Wyoming had a strong effort on the mound on Saturday.  Sam Marty went 4 innings allowed 1 unearned run.  Joe Rominger threw one inning relief allowing one run and Tucker Marty earned the win with 2 innings of relief giving up one run.

Offensively the Cowboys got things started in the bottom of the 3rd with a Grady McMichen 2 out RBI single knocking in Connor Eldredge to take a one run lead.  Roger Bacon tied tied the game in the top of the 4th.   The Cowboys came right back in the bottom of the 4th to regain the lead.  Brendan Madden singled.  Ike Mitchell pinch ran and promptly stole second base.  Prajit Goli knocked Ike in with a 2 out RBI single.  Roger Bacon scored a run in the top of the 5th to tie the game and then another in the top of the 7th to take the lead.  This led to the bottom of the 7th inning.  Prajit Goli lead off the inning with a walk in the bottom of the 7th.  After stealing second base Sam Izenson hit a clutch RBI single to the tie the game.  Sam then avoided a near pick off to take second base during the next at bat.  After a Connor Eldredge strike out Tucker Marty doubled to center field.  With runners on second and third and one out, Roger Bacon walked Grady McMichen to load the bases.  Andrew Marty worked a 3-1 count before being hit by a pitch allowing the winning run to cross the plate.

Not sure we have ever had JV and Varsity both win on walk off in the bottom of the 7th on the same day.

You've Been Served

Be in the know about what to expect from Boys Tennis this season.  Check out Scott Springer, Nick Robbe and Adam Baum's season preview at Cincinnati.com HERE

Photo thanks to Bob Carter

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

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