ASHTABULA TOWNSHIP — Volleyball was the game; breast cancer awareness was the aim. The Edgewood Warriors faced the Ss. John and Paul Heralds on the Warrior’s court for a volleyball match Oct. 13. However, this wasn’t an ordinary match; it was the Volley for the Cure. Even though the Warriors stood victorious, the true winners were those who have battled breast cancer.
ESHS prepared for the game by selling spectator T-shirts. The Lady Warriors also raised funds with a bake sale and basket raffles. These were donated by players, parents and the community.
“This game was derived from the players wanting to do it,” said coach Dave Fowler. “It was collaboration from players, parents and the community. There was not a specific person who did this; it was an awesome team effort.”
Before the players hit the court, breast cancer survivors took the floor. They were given pink carnations and received recognition from the spectators. A moment of silence reminded everyone of all of those who have passed away from breast cancer.
After tears were wiped, both teams, dressed in pink, were fired up to face their rivals. It was a tough match and they gave it their all but Edgewood came out on top. In the end, Edgewood raised approximately $1,700 and everyone had a great time doing it.
Edgewood students have offered their services at elementary school festivals as well. The high school students volunteered at North Kingsville and Ridgeview, helping with games, food, and prizes.
“It was great to help the kids and to see them having a good time,” sophomore Kyle Kociancic said. “I liked being back at Ridgeview again.”
Edgewood students do a lot to give back to those around them. Service Club provides many hours of volunteering.
“Service Club is a good way for kids to get involved with the community,” said Service Club member Agustin Rodriguez.
Along with sports and volunteering, ESHS enjoys the fine arts. The Soundsations and Jazz Band I are preparing for the semi-annual Pops Pizzazz and All That Jazz Concert. Show choirs from Geneva, Grand Valley, Madison and Edgewood will be featured Nov. 16 at 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium. Also performing will be the jazz bands from Edgewood and Pymatuning Valley. The public is welcome to this musical extravaganza!
“The Jazz I Ensemble is working diligently on some challenging pieces. We’ll be ready to wow the audience,” said junior Kyle Adkins.
Soundsations sophomore Danna Potter said that the program has a variety of music genres. “Being my first year, I’m surprised at the level of difficulty and expectations on us from Mr. Kirby,” Potter said.
Each year the Alumni Association selects Edgewood graduates into the Edgewood Senior High School Hall of Fame based on their accomplishments. This year’s inductees include Richard C. Schwarz, class of ’55; Barry A. Walrath, class of ’59; Kenneth L. Piper, class of ’66; David L. Piper, class of ’67; Dr. Mark A. Piper, class of ’70; Kathleen I. Straub, class of ’69; and Dennis A. Viers, class of ’72.
A preliminary induction ceremony was held for the junior and senior classes in Edgewood auditorium on Oct. 15. Principal Karl Williamson introduced the inductees and read aloud their biographies. Each inductee delivered a speech written specifically for the occasion.
“My number one fear is public speaking,” said David Piper. “Edgewood’s speech class enabled me to become a teacher. I give Edgewood full credit for my successes.”
The annual alumni banquet and formal Hall of Fame induction ceremony were held that evening in the high school lobby. The inductees were also honored during pre-game at the Oct. 16 Edgewood home football game at Corlew Stadium.
“Excellent and caring teachers gave me the encouragement to get through,” said Kathleen Straub. And when asked about her fondest memory from Edgewood, “The band was excellent and so close-knit, almost like a family; one-sixth of the school was in the band at the time.”
The annual induction, not only honors Edgewood graduates for their accomplishments, but also encourages current students to try their best and gives them the motivation that they could possibly be honored someday themselves.
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