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CROSS COUNTRY

The EVCS Cross Country team did a great job at the first WVCEA Cross Country Meet. Jon Burgess placed 5th in the boys division and Alaina Moles placed 4th in the girls division. “It was exciting to attend our first State Meet and we are looking forward to returning next year.”

SOCCER

The new EVCS soccer team gave it their all and finished their first WVCEA State Tournament with a second place win! They lost to Mercer Christian Academy 9-1.This is the first year EVCS has had a soccer team for many years so a big congratulations to them on their first season back and second place State win!

VOLLEYBALL

The Girls Volleyball team were runners up at the 2022 WVCAT Varsity Volleyball Tournament. They beat Morgantown 3-2 and Calvary 3-0 in the playoffs, but lost to Wood County Christian 3-1 in the championship game. They also played in the WVCEA Volleyball Tournament at the end of October where they were first runner up to Victory Baptist Academy. Senior members include: Kailin Legg, Kaitlyn Swor, Carlee Burdette, Kaylee Graham and Leah Synder.

FOOTBALL

The Huskies closed the season 7-2 and advanced to the WVSSAC playoffs, with their first game scheduled against Clay High School. October 21, 2022 was another final in the books for HHHS, the last game on the Joe Eddie Cowley Field. In true Huskie fashion, they closed it down with a 55-3 win against Mingo Central. J. Craig Allison said, “The Huskies have called “The Joe” home from 1965-2022. The new school and field will be ready when the 2023 season begins.” At the end of an emotional Final Lights Out ceremony, the lights were turned off for the final time at Joe Eddie Cowley Field. Photos by Scott Abbott Photography

CROSS COUNTRY

The HHHS Cross Country Girls Team fell one point short of qualifying for the states at the Region III Class AA Meet. Coach Luke Teel said, “I couldn’t have asked for a better performance from the girls’ team. I am so proud of all of our HHHS runners.” Runners Who Placed/Advanced to the States: Freshman Jenna Brown (5th place), Senior Karsen Fletcher (7th place) and Senior John Duval (2nd place). Placed at Regionals: Emma Cottrell (15th) and Regan Geary (20th). State Results: John Duval placed 21st, Karsen Fletcher was 35th, and Jenna Brown was 46th.

VOLLEYBALL

The wins keep coming and the HHHS Volleyball team is headed to the States! Their record to date is 38-4-1 and they are ranked 4th in Class AA MaxPreps. Senior members: Alaina Douglas, Abby Hanson, and Sydney Shamblin. Cardinal Conference Champions --Adkins, Ashton Henrich, and Sydney Shamblin Alltournament Team. Buffalo Battle in the Barn Tournament Champions at Buffalo High School-Sydney Shamblin, All Tournament Team. Capital Classic Tournament Champions-Brianna Adkins 1,000th assist and AllTournament Team; Sydney Shamblin 1,000th kill and the tournament’s MVP; Kaili Casto and Ashton Henrrich 1000 career serve receptions.

SOCCER

The HHHS girls soccer team finished their season 7-10-2. Senior players: Kelsey Taylor, Emma Kee, Cailyn Maclellan, Aly Miller, Jillian Dolan, Chloe Nary, and Payslee Lyons. Coach Mike Strickland said, “Our girls soccer team tragically lost a teammate very early in the season. The team rallied together and played with heart the rest of the season, making it to the second round of Sectionals. It is an honor to coach and be part of such a wonderful group of girls. Also, thank you to the community for their support this season.” The HHHS boys soccer team finished 9-93. Senior players: Camron Buckner, Elijah Saunders, Jaylen Chandler, Grant Smith, Alec Lipscomb, and Ethan Adkins. Coach Don Mercer said, “I thank all who came out to support this team. They accomplished a lot this year with many new players. The seniors put their heart and soul into the team and I thank them all. They are still two-time Region 2 Champions and will always be remembered.” ELK RIVER LIVING .COM 41

AROUN D THE ELK

Has It Already Been 50 Years!

The Herbert Hoover High School Class of 1972 celebrated its 50th class reunion.

The two-day event included a meet-and-greet reception at the Four Seasons Sheraton, followed by a breakfast at Harding's Family Restaurant. The next morning included a tour of the Elk Communities Museum followed by a dinner/dance back at the Sheraton.

A special thank you to Steve Pennington, Roseshalla Mace Holmes, Debbie Esch Jones, Debbie Eden Fields, and Ronnie Wheeler for a great event.

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