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GIHS Marching Band Takes on Band Camp at BGSU
As the final weeks before marching onto the field approached, the Grosse Ile High School Marching Band headed to Bowling Green State University for five days of hard work, learning, and plenty of fun at band camp. The camp gave the students an opportunity to learn their marching sets, music, and choreography while preparing their 2026 show for the upcoming season. From early rehearsals to long days on the field, the band members worked together to build the foundation for what audiences would soon see under the Friday night lights.
While the week was filled with plenty of practice, the students also enjoyed several themed days that brought some extra fun and school spirit to camp. Twin Day had students pairing up in matching outfits or things, Beach Day brought a little summer fun to the week, and USA Day gave the band a chance to show their patriotic spirit. After five busy days at BGSU, the band returned home to Grosse Ile with plenty to celebrate. The students had worked hard, made progress, and were excited to share their show with the community. The band expressed its appreciation to the students
for their dedication and positive attitude throughout the week. Special thanks also went to Ms. Berner and Mr. Riffe for putting together the season’s show and guiding the students through the process, and nurse Rachelle Francis for taking care of the students and helping keep everyone healthy during camp. The section instructors were recognized for the countless hours they spent working with the students and helping them improve their time at camp. The band also thanked all of the chaperones who gave their time and energy to support the students during the week.
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The Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy’s Monday Morning Stewardship Crew recently installed a new sign at the newly acquired Leo G. Stevenson Family Preserve. The wooded property will be protected from future development and maintained in its natural state
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Grosse Ile Teen Works to Create a Safer Waterfront Have you ever looked over the edge at the Detroit River overlook in front of St. James Episcopal Church and wondered how the area could be made safer? Boy Scout and St. James member Gavin Mahon did more than notice the concern—he made it the focus of his Eagle Scout project.
Mahon chose the area around two waterfront benches across from St. James on East River. The benches offered a beautiful place for community members to sit and enjoy the view, but a steep and potentially dangerous slope directly in front of them created a safety concern for those using the area. Mahon first noticed the slope while he was at church. He recognized that elderly and disabled individuals, along with other community members, used the benches to enjoy the waterfront. He wanted his Eagle Scout project to make the area safer while also improving its appearance. His plan included installing a line of posts in front of each bench and con-
structing a retaining wall. Soil would then be added to help level the ground and create a more stable and secure area around the benches. The completed project would provide a safer and more welcoming space for visitors while maintaining the scenic view of the Detroit River. To help make the project possible, Mahon launched a fundraising effort to cover the cost of materials and equipment. Donations were needed for items including concrete, lumber for the retaining wall and auger rentals. All funds raised would be transferred to the project’s beneficiary, St. James Episcopal Church. The Eagle Scout project represented an opportunity for Mahon to give back to both St. James and the broader Grosse Ile community. By addressing a safety concern at a well-used waterfront location, his project aimed to create a lasting improvement for visitors of all ages and abilities. Community members could support Mahon’s effort through a donation or by sharing information about the fundraiser. Every contribution helped provide the materials and equipment needed to turn his vision into reality. What began with Mahon simply noticing a steep slope became a project focused on safety, accessibility, and community pride. Once completed, the improved waterfront benches will give residents and visitors a safer place to sit, relax and enjoy one of Grosse Ile’s beautiful river views.
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Continued from COVER 5K always had the motto and resolve, “That’s the Spirit that Made America. So, we fired up the alchemist’s cauldron. Working with Township officials and the Grosse Ile Police, we were able to change the race route, starting on Macomb and recalibrated the distance mile marks. GIHS music director, Elise Berner led the Red Devil Band ensemble with the national anthem, and the school fight song. Runners were off on a new course, and still finished to cheering crowds and fired up music blasting in Red Devil stadium. Slowly, the fire burned. Then quickly the gold emerged: Tim Najar of Ann Arbor was the overall champion with a blistering time of 15:51. The female gold medalist was Erika Van Loton of Garden City with a stellar performance of 19:01 Both bested a field of runners of all age groups from southeastern Michigan. The Simsonian 5K, which began in 2003, has been held in honor of beloved teacher and coach, Steve Sims who died unexpectedly of a dissecting aortic aneurysm at age 47. Sims was the winningest coach in Grosse Ile history in both girls’ basketball and girls’ track & field. Moreover, he touched thousands of lives as a teacher who helped build strong, independent young women and men. Upon his death, the Family and Friends of Sims established a scholarship in his name that is now an established endowment administered by the non-profit Grosse Ile Educational Foundation. All proceeds of the run go to support the scholarship given to an outstanding male and female scholar/athlete. This year’s GIEF Steve Sims Leadership recipients were Michael Nappa and Aurelia Miles. More gold. And when the final runners, um... walkers-- former Grosse Ile athletes Kate Tobin and Jazzy Teen pushing their babies in strollers, crossed the finish line... that was pure gold. Time to celebrate the Spirit that Made America for 250 years. DJs Jim Zang of Bass Note Productions and Josh Gray cranked up the tunes and kept party jumping throughout the day. The awards
ceremony starts with the Grosse Ile fight song, led by perennial state qualifying Red Devil Cheer team. In the 5K, the top three runners in eight different age groups received gold, silver, or bronze medals, as well as coveted Sims t-shirts. This year in honor of America and Grosse Ile’s 250th anniversary, patriotic cooling towels were part of the swag. The 24th annual Simsonian would not be possible without the continued support of our dedicated sponsors: Steve’s family, brother Bob (who flew
in from California) and sister Patty for their love and devotion, The Grosse Ile Educational Foundation, Mans Lumber/Home, the Southland Eye Clinic, Colonial Tool Group, Booker Family Dentistry, Susie Armiak Properties, and the Kobiljak, Lewis, Hanley, Bailey, Sullivan, and Reno Families. A big shout-out goes to Administrative Assistant and Cheer coach, Angela Raithel who handled problem after problem in making this year’s race such a great success. Huge
kudos to Township Supervisor Joe Porcerelli, Manager Derek Thiel, and GIPD’s Chief Todd Brozek, Lt. Eric Vazquez, and Officer Tyler Blackmon allowing the new Macomb start, and providing great road coverage for all our runners. Thanks also to the GI Recreation Department, Zaid Beeai, and Brian Payette for providing water stations throughout the race, and Scoutmaster Keith Lakotosh and Troop #1261 for thirst quenching aid. Race timing was quickly and efficiently handled by Brad Fairchild and Associates. Special thanks to the members of GIHS cross country, cheer team, girls’ basketball, and their followers for their participation and help throughout the event. Big shout out to Cross Country coaches Abby White and Jennifer Vesperman for their strong support. Also, year after year, cross country teams from other Downriver schools run the race as a tune-up for the upcoming season. Thanks to coaches and athletes from Monroe Jefferson (who haven’t missed a race in 24 years), Carlson, and Gabriel Richard for making this a pre-season priority. A big thank you goes to our GIEF board members: Kurt Kobiljak, Andrea O’Donnell, Dr. Michael Iverson, Sarah (and Steve) Ford, Kelly Papp, Joe Hrabnicky, Maggie Wojtkowiak, Victoria Gargasoulas (and Athan), Duncan Murdock, Michael Paisley, Paul Thrasher, and Susie Armiak for their continued support in all phases of the race. The Simsonian 5K would not be the event it is without the hard work and expertise of our running gurus— Retired Athletic Director Jim Okler, Racemaster and Starter Ray Geist, and Award Registrar Max Bailey. Of course, much of the credit for the success of the race goes to my dear wife, Andrea Stevenson, who handles much of the behind-the-scenes race prep and puts out fires the day of the race. And, she puts up with me all year long. This year’s slogan exemplifies what this race is all about—family, community, and legacy: “the Spirit That Made America.” Makes us proud to live in a hometown that values each. So, pass it on .... Come join us for the 25th anniversary Simsonian 5K Kick-Off Classic on August 21, 2027.
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Red Devils Swim Makes Strong Showing at Quad The Grosse Ile girls swim and dive team turned in a strong performance at the Trenton Early Season Quad, competing against swimmers from Dearborn, Trenton, and Dundee. The Red Devils collected several top finishes throughout the meet, showcasing their depth in both swimming and diving events. Grosse Ile opened with a victory in the 200 medley relay, with the team finishing first in a time of 2:00.14. Individually, Olivia Miller turned in an impressive performance in the 200 freestyle, placing second with a time of 2:16.11. The Red Devils also dominated the top five in the 50 freestyle, with three Grosse Ile swimmers finishing consecutively. Maddie Booker placed third in 27.28, followed by Reese Wood in fourth at 27.46 and Lina Shihadeh in fifth at 27.93. Grosse Ile continued to shine in diving. CeCe Wilcox earned second place in the 1-meter diving competition with a score of 144.70, while teammate Charlotte Vesperman followed closely behind in third with 142.55. The Red Devils also earned a victory in the 100 freestyle, where Ripley Booker took first place with a time of 1:01.01. With strong finishes across multiple events, Grosse Ile demonstrated earlyseason depth and competitiveness against a solid four-team field. This performance shows a solid team as they continue through the season.
Grosse Ile Soccer Rolls to 6-2 Start At the press deadline for the Grosse Ile Grand, the Grosse Ile boys soccer team is off to a strong 6-2 start to the season, showing steady improvement and plenty of early-season momentum. The Red Devils opened the season against Grosse Pointe Woods University Liggett, dropping their season opener 7-1. The team quickly bounced back, however, using its own Red Devil Invitational as an opportunity to get back on track. Grosse Ile won two of its three matches at the invitational, earning a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Dearborn Fordson before putting together an impressive 5-0 shutout against Boyne City. The Red Devils carried that momentum into their next matches, grabbing a four-game winning streak. Grosse Ile defeated Detroit Aztec Eagles Academy 2-0, Monroe Jefferson 4-1, Riverview 3-0, and Carleton Airport 9-1. The team's early success is a product of preparation that began well before the regular season. Prior to the start of the season, the squad took a road trip to Oakland University for a summer soccer camp. The experience gave the players an opportunity to train together, build team chemistry, and enjoy some friendly competition while preparing for the challenges ahead. The Red Devils gave a special shout-out to Oakland University for hosting the team and providing the players with a memorable preseason experience.
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Fall sports are officially underway at Grosse Ile High School, with several varsity teams already beginning competition in August. As the season continues into September and October, the Red Devils will have plenty of opportunities to compete across the Downriver area. The following is the remaining varsity fall sports schedule, with schedules pulled from the Michigan High School Athletic Association website. BOYS FOOTBALL 9/11 | 7 p.m. | @ Flat Rock 9/18 | 7 p.m. | vs. Monroe St. Mary Catholic Central 9/25 | 7 p.m. | @ Milan 10/2 | 7 p.m. | vs. Carleton Airport 10/9 | 7 p.m. | @ Monroe Jefferson 10/16 | 7 p.m. | vs. Riverview 10/23 | 7 p.m. | vs. Dundee GIRLS GOLF 9/14 | 3 p.m. | @ Riverview 9/22 | 3:30 p.m. | vs. New Boston Huron 9/24 | 3 p.m. | @ Milan 10/6 | 10 a.m. | vs. MHSAA Regional Championship BOYS SOCCER 9/9 | 6 p.m. | vs. Flat Rock 9/14 | 6 p.m. | vs. Monroe St. Mary Catholic Central 9/16 | 6 p.m. | @ Milan
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