Thursday, May 10, 2012

GCHS Sports Physical

Thursday, March 29, 2012

CommunityConcerns™: What if the Law Enforcers Break the Law?

By now everyone is aware of Mr. Mickey Metz, the current Sheriff of Gilmer County and the candidate for Gilmer County Magistrate.

We know he had said he always had a GED degree and failed to show the proof.

We also know that he presented the following document to the Gilmer County Clerk’s Office as his proof of eligibility for his candidacy. A candidate running for the office of magistrate, according to WV’s current law, must possess a GED or a High School Diploma.

We know as well Mr. Metz obtained his online diploma on November 21, 2011, by paying a fee and answering a few questions. According to Better Business Bureau (BBB), the school is not Legitimate and has a score of ‘F’.

Without getting into too much detail, We know Mr. Metz refuses to answer any questions calling it his policy to never answer any question, refuses to openly show his credentials, but we have heard Mr. Metz calling the FAKE HIGH SCHOOL, an internationally accepted school. And we can go on and on…..

But did you know Mr. Metz has been actively involved in coaching at the high school level?

Did you know that according to West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission (WVSSAC) and West Virginia Department of Education, you must have a coaching certificate to be able to coach at this level?

Here are the requirements according to WVSSAC:

What does an individual have to do to be able to coach if they are not a certified teacher?

A.  ASEP Coaches Education Program - Complete our 14 hour course with a WVSSAC instructor and pass all 3 tests with a minimum score of 80%.

B.  Local School Board approval (must be a high school graduate or GED) and must be done each year.

C.  Background Check - Fingerprint.

D.  Make application with the WV State Department of Education after completing the above (A-C).  The application (form 39) is available at your local Board of Education and must be done each year.

Does an individual have to take the entire course at designated site to receive the authorized certified status?

YES. Fourteen hours of course work must be completed at the designated site with a WVSSAC instructor, and all three tests must be passed (online) with a minimum score of 80.

Does an individual who is not a professional educator have to take the WVSSAC Coaches Education Program courses before they begin coaching?

YES. All course work, testing, and WV State Department authorization must be completed prior to assuming any coaching responsibilities.

If an individual takes the WVSSAC Coaches Education Program courses and receives a WVSSAC certificate after completing the test requirement, how often must he/she retake the WVSSAC Coaches Education courses?

Course retakes are not necessary; however, the WV State Department of Education authorization to coach is only issued on a yearly basis and must be renewed each year. Coaches must complete form 39 and have local Board approval each year.

Now you should also know:

Mr. Metz DID NOT HAVE any high school degree or GED in all his coaching career at the high school including the recent season.

WVSSAC gave him the certificate without any proof.

Gilmer County High School Principals and The Gilmer County Superintendents, as well as the Gilmer County Board of Education ALL failed to make sure Mr. Metz was qualified and met the requirements to be a coach.

At what conclusion should a person arrive?

•  Mr. Metz has never been qualified to be a coach?

•  Mr. Metz IS NOT qualified to be a magistrate?

•  Mr. Metz HAS LIED his way and is taking advantage of the system?

•  Can we forget the Fred Hill Case and his immediate statement of ‘No Foul Play’?

•  What about the case of Mr. Doug Morris’ accident when he stood looking at his car without checking to see who was in the accident and waited for his deputy to figure it out?

•  Does Mr. Metz believe ‘Honesty Is The Best Policy’?

•  Have we had a Sheriff who has lied his way for the past 8-years as a sheriff?

•  Have we had a coach who has lied about his qualifications since [2000]*, at least?

•  Is he really fit to be a magistrate who is to seek the truth?

•  And finally, why do those who are supposed to be the guardian of law allow this to happen?

* = According to GCHS Yearbooks

Monday, December 19, 2011

Pioneer Athletic Club

Thursday, December 08, 2011

Court Ruling Strikes Down WVSSAC Rule

Public and private schools should be treated equally.

That was the reasoning behind Mon County Circuit Court Judge Russell Clawges ruling striking down a WVSSAC transfer rule that required students transferring from public to private schools to sit out a year of athletics while transfers to public schools could play immediately.

Robert Konchesky challenged the rule when his daughter was declared ineligible after transferring from University High School to Trinity Christian School.

Clawges told the WVSSAC it had two options, it could rule all transfer students ineligible for grant temporary eligibility to Konchesky’s daughter.

Clawges did not set a date for when the WVSSAC must make a decision.

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Pettit, Morris and Bishop Win Volleyball Awards

The GCHS Lady Volleyball team, who finished the season in the first round of the State Tournament, with a 21-15 record, had three girls who received both conference and All-State Awards.

•  Sydney Pettit, a senior, was named 1st team all LKC and 1st team All-State.

Pettit was a 3-year varsity setter for the team.

This year, she accumulated 205 service points, of which 42 were aces.

She had 2643 sets and 804 assists.  She also had 28 kills, 27 digs and 1 block.

•  Jordan Morris, a senior, was named 2nd team all LKC and Honorable Mention All-State.

Morris accumulated 202 service points, of which 69 were aces.

She had 163 kills, 32 digs and 6 blocks.

She also had 74 sets and gained 22 assists.

•  Julie Bishop, a sophomore who was a starter on the varsity team, was named 2nd team all LKC and 2nd team All-State.

She scored 213 service points, of which 74 were aces.

She had 139 kills, 37 digs, 24 blocks and had 67 sets with 14 assists.

Congratulations to these young ladies for the accomplishments during the 2011 GCHS Volleyball season.

Monday, November 28, 2011

G-LtE™: We the People Have the Power If We Have the Will

In the Gilmer County High School pedophilia scandal and cases involving teachers and coaches, many wonder how the perpetrators get away with the crimes for so long and how the sexual assaults on children have been ignored by the principal for years.

Reportedly, teachers have seen the assaults but looked the other way. None of the other students would go to any victim’s aid fearing retaliations from the principal or assistant principal.

The administration has kept everyone defenseless and quiet, allowing some teachers and coaches to prey on the students unchecked.

No one reports the abuse, mostly because they fear the principal and the corruption in law enforcement and the legal system in Gilmer County, WV.

Obviously, it is hard to know what to do, and for students it always seemed easier to let it go.

It has happened repeatedly, whether they are teachers, coaches or Gilmer County Schools officials.

Most of us have had that teacher at one point in our youth who made a significant impact on our lives. The person who instilled something no other teacher could, whether they forced us to use our brains in ways we never imagined or simply became our friends; we will never forget them.
But then there is the teacher, coach who makes a mark in a different way, a teacher or coach so wonderful that students love attending his/her class/team just so they could daydream about his/her embarking on a journey down statutory rape lane with them.

The sad part is good people — because of friendships — become paralyzed by inaction, giving wrongdoers an open playground.

The crimes only get worse if not stopped.

But who is going to stop them?

The Sheriff who is part of the crime?

The prosecutor who doesn’t take time to properly research a case?

The principal who thinks all of these behaviors are normal?

The Superintendent who cannot make a decent decision on his own?

The State Police who are controlled by the elite?

The politicians who caused the school system takeover for the wrong reasons?

The state board of education who gave in to politicians and the elite?

The corruption is deep, but we the people have the power to end the madness if we have the will.

~~  Author and Source on File ~~

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Titan’s Sydney Pettit Earns First-Team All-State Volleyball

Senior setter Natalie McVey, who helped guide Wirt County to its eighth state championship, was honored as the captain of the Class A all-state volleyball team announced Monday by the West Virginia Sports Writers Association.

A four-year starter and a three-year setter for the Tigers, McVey finished her last varsity match with 45 assists as Wirt County topped rival Williamstown to win the small school state crown for the first time since 2008.

“For a setter to get this recognition is great,‘’ said Tiger Coach Janet Frazier of McVey, who served at 96%, had more than 1,100 assists this fall and was picked as the Little Kanawha Conference’s Player of the Year.

“Natalie worked hard this year, not only to get the hitters the ball where they could do something with it, but she worked on the mechanics of setting and wanted to do it correctly. It helped her stats she had five different hitters to go to at any time and good passing from the back row.‘’

Two players earned repeat first team honors this season - seniors Mackenzie Polen of Charleston Catholic and Liz Flowers of Williamstown.

Polen, a key cog on Charleston Catholic’s back-to-back state title runs in 2009 and 2010, had 756 downed spikes this year and more than 2,200 for her career. She also produced 89 blocks, 93 aces and nearly 400 digs for the state semifinalists.

Flowers had 15 kills and 25 blocks in the title match versus Wirt County and tallied more than 300 kills this season while averaging close to five blocks a match.

Buffalo senior Hannah Boyer also made the All-State first team. Boyer, who received more than a third of all serves from opposing teams, was a 94-percent server, surpassed 200 kills, 125 digs and 40 aces.

Boyer’s Buffalo teammate, junior Courtney Persinger, made the All-State second team.

McVey was joined by Wirt senior teammate Kaity Bunch on the first team unit. Bunch, considered an “excellent back row player’‘ by her coach, registered more than 300 downed spikes and was a 90% hitter for the Tigers.

Greater Beckley Christian was represented by senior Kara Arvon. Able to do it all on the court, Arvon had close to 400 kills, better than 300 digs, 150 blocks and 50 aces in her final year for the Crusaders.

The rest of the Class A All-State first team were seniors - Trinity’s Kayla Huckaby, Gilmer County’s Sydney Pettit, Dominique Craft of Paden City and Pendleton County’s Morgan Keplinger.

~~  AP ~~

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

CommunityConcerns™: If You Know You Won’t Be Punished for Bad Behavior, Why Not Do It!!!

The Gilmer County Volleyball Team and Head Coach Crystal Metz along with her Assistant Coach Mickey Metz traveled to Charleston, WV to participate in the State Tournament on Thursday, November 10, 2011.

The state tournament started on Friday, November 11, 2011.

According to several reports, complaints, and concerns received by the Gilmer Free Press, the Volleyball Tournament for the Lady Titans was not just about Volleyball for those in charge!

Reports indicate the Gilmer Head Coach had an engagement party on the evening of the tournament leading to a state of intoxication.

Of course it takes two to have an engagement. Complaints indicate the Titan Coach’s fiancé / very intoxicated boyfriend was hitting on the underage volleyball team girls.

According to sources, he attempted to pull down the girls pants, hid in their bathroom, and walked in on them while they were in the bathroom.

He also chased the girls in the hallway.  He reportedly gave two girls wedgies, one in the front and one in the back.

Further details of unbecoming behavior cannot be revealed at this time because it is not fit for publication.

The Community Concerns:

•  Is the conduct of the Volleyball team’s coach acceptable?

•  If the boyfriend stayed in the room with the coach were school funds used to pay for him?

•  Where were the Chaperons? [According to reports, some chaperones got drunk as well.]

•  Where was Mickey Metz, the Gilmer County Sheriff and assistance coach?

•  Who was protecting the underage girls?

•  Why did this happen at a school funded event?

•  Why is the Head Coach still teaching even younger kids?

•  Why have we had so many violations at Gilmer County High School in the past 3-4 years, leading to no punishment and/or cover-ups?

•  Why do the administrators who continuously tolerate and/or cover up the unacceptable behaviors continue to have their job?

•  When is enough enough?

•  Mr. Blankenship, Superintendent; Mrs. Butcher, Principal; Mr. Chambers, Assistant Principal; are these actions acceptable? What have you done about it? We need to know. We are tired of hearing “this is a personnel matter and cannot comment on it”.

•  Finally, what is the WV State Board of Education who made our local Board powerless doing about these actions under their umbrella?

Tuesday, November 08, 2011

GCHS Lady Titan Volleyball – State Bound!

The Gilmer County High School Lady Titan Volleyball team will be playing in the first round of the WVSSAC State Tournament on Friday, November 11 at 1:30 PM against Greater Beckley.

The Titans, whose overall record is now 22-14, won the Section Championship defeating Calhoun County, only to be defeated by Calhoun County in the Regional Championship.

Both teams advance to the State Tournament and could possibly face off again as the games progress.

Games will continue through Friday evening and the Championship game will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday.

The Gilmer County team is led by 5 seniors:

•  Jordan Morris

•  Sydney Pettit

•  Hannah Simmons

•  Olivia Somerville

•  Chelsea Knicely

Rounding up the starters are:

•  Julie Bishop

•  Asia Mann

Other team members are:

•  Jamie Conrad

•  Abbie Richison

•  Larissa Gordon

•  Michaela Luzader

•  Kayla Stewart

Head Coach Crystal Metz, whose GCHS team won the 2003 State Championship, is assisted by Mickey Metz, Rick Sprouse and Jeremy Wagner.

GCHS is having a spirit week and pep rally for the team and plans a send off celebration which will depart the high school at 3:00 PM on Thursday, complete with police escorts.

Gilmer residents are asked to be out along the parade route as the team departs via WV Highway 5 to Burnsville.

All businesses and residents are encouraged to put up balloons and signs in support as well as wave to the team as they begin their journey to the state tournament.

A pep bus is being offered, at no cost, to the students of Gilmer County High School and the team and coaches are asking everyone to join them for their game at 1:30 PM Friday at the Charleston Civic Center.

Admission to the tournament is $7.00 per students and $8.00 per adults for each session of the tournament.

Each session; morning, afternoon and evening are considered separate sessions, and have their own tickets.

For instance, the 8:30 session ticket will not be good for the 1:30 session.

Gilmer County has not had representation at the State Tournament since the 2003 team.

This is a huge honor and the community is encouraged to show their support of this fine group of young ladies.

Sunday, November 06, 2011

GCHS Lady Titan Volleyball…. All the Way to States - 11.05.11

Gilmer County Lady Titans traveled to Doddridge County for their fourth time this week to play in the Regional tournament.

As Section winners, they played Pendleton County at 2:00 PM and soundly defeated them in 3 sets:  25-20, 25-14 and 25-19.

Stats:

Bishop:  11 points/5 aces, 9 kills, 1 block

Gordon:  11 points/5 aces, 2 sets/2 assists, 2 kills

Pettit:  6 points; 113 sets/45 assists, 1 dig

Knicely:  6 points/2 aces, 8 kills

Mann:  5 points/2 aces; 2 kills, 1 dig

Simmons:  3 points/3 aces, 1 set/1 assist, 4 kills, 1 dig

Morris:  1 point, 2 sets, 21 kills, 2 digs

Somerville:  1 set, 1 dig

They then faced Calhoun County in the Region Championship game and were defeated in 3 sets:

Second Match against Calhoun:  Scores of 25-27, 25-19, 26-24   Gilmer loses all 3

Stats:

Morris:  10 points/1 ace, 3 sets/1 assist, 5 kills, 2 digs

Bishop:  7 points/3 aces; 5 sets/1 assist, 1 block, 13 kills

Pettit:  4 points; 126 sets/27 assists, 1 kill

Simmons:  4 points; 11 sets, 1 block, 6 kills

Mann:   3 kills, 2 digs

Knicely:  3 points/ 4 sets, 1 block, 9 kills

Gordon:  4 points/1 ace, 2 sets/1 assist, 2 digs

Somerville:  1 dig

As both the Champion and runners-up both go to the State Tournament, Gilmer County will be playing in the State Tournament on Friday, November 11, 2011.

Saturday, November 05, 2011

GCHS Volleyball Team Raffle Has a Winner!

The GCHS Lady Titans have been selling chances on a 2 basket raffle filled with over $600 in prizes, all donated by local businesses and individuals.

Tickets were sold by the team members and coaches and were sold until half time of the last home football game on Friday, November 04, 2011.

Debbie Jenkins of Glenville is the winner of the raffle.

The team and coaching staff would like to thank everyone who donated items as well as those who sold and purchased tickets.

This was a huge fundraiser, netting over $2,000 for the volleyball team and plans are to buy a new net for the high school for next year.

The support of the parents, fans and community members is greatly appreciated.
THANK YOU!!!!

Friday, November 04, 2011

GCHS Lady Titan Sectional Volleyball Champs

In a night that ended at 11:50 PM, The Gilmer County Lady Titan Volleyball team won the Sectional tournament.

They played their first game against Calhoun and lost to Calhoun in 3 of 5 sets.

Gilmer lost the first set 18-25; bounced back to win the second and third sets:  25-21 and 25-13.

The fourth set went to Calhoun 25-21.

The fifth set, which was supposed to be played to only 15, ended with a final score of 27-25 Calhoun.

This forced the Titans to play yet another game as this was their first loss in the tournament.

This match was won in 3 sets by the Titans:  25-17, 25-23 and 25-12.

Due to the late night, stats are not all available at this time.

Senior Hannah Simmons once again led the Gilmer team in service points, racking up 13 points in the first match and 12 in the second.

Kills for the Night:
•  Julie Bishop 29
•  Chelsea Knicely 28
•  Jordan Morris 21
•  Hannah Simmons 10
•  Asia Mann 10
•  Sydney Pettit 3
•  Larissa Gordon 2

Pettit had 103 assists for the night

Blocks:
•  Knicely:  3
•  Bishop 2
•  Simmons 1

Digs:
•  Somerville 12
•  Bishop 4
•  Simmons 2
•  Pettit 2
•  Morris 2
•  Mann 1
•  Gordon 1

The Lady Titans will play Pendleton County in the Regional Tournament on Saturday, November 05, 2011 at 2:00 PM.

All fans are urged to attend in support of this group of girls.

All they need is one win to go the State Tournament in Charleston.

Come out and support your Lady Titans.

A local sponsor has offered to pay for a pep bus.

Please call the high school office to express interest for students wanting to watch the Titans Volleyball team.

At this time, there are no plans for a pep bus.

Please support your Titan Volleyball team!  Call 304.462.7960!

Thursday, November 03, 2011

Lady Titans Headed to Section Championship - All Fans Needed!!!

The Gilmer County Lady Titans soundly defeated Calhoun in 3 sets:  25-21, 25-18 and 25-18.

The entire Titan team played at their best, to remain undefeated in the sectional games.

Gilmer Scoring:

Mann: 12 points/5 aces, 5 sets, 3 kills, 2 digs

Bishop: 10 points/2 aces, 4 sets/1 assist, 6 kills, 1 block, 3 digs

Knicely:  8 points/1 ace, 2 sets, 6 kills, 1 block

Morris:  6 points/3 aces, 43 sets, 7 kills, 2 digs

Simmons: 5 points/ 2 aces, 7 sets, 1 assist, 7 kills, 3 digs

Pettit:  2 points/1 ace, 85 sets/31 assists

Somerville:  2 sets, 1 dig

Gordon:  2 kills

The Lady Titans, whose record is now 19-12 will advance to the Championship Game tonight at Doddridge County at 7:30 PM.

They will play the winner of the Calhoun/Doddridge game which begins at 6:00 PM.

The Titans remain undefeated at this point in the tournament.

Both Calhoun and Doddridge have each lost one game.

As the top two teams advance to the Regional playoffs, Gilmer County now has an automatic position.

However, if they would lose their 7:30 game, they will be forced to play the same team again at 9:00 to determine the champion and runner-up of Sectionals.

The Regional tournament will be held at Doddridge County on Saturday, November 05, 2011.

All GCHS Lady Titan fans are encouraged to come and support your Lady Titan Volleyball team.

The team will be leaving Gilmer County High School, Thursday, November 03, at 4:45 PM.

The coaches are asking anyone who can to arrive at the school at 4:30 PM and be there to see the girls off and also join the team as they travel to another victory!!!

Wednesday, November 02, 2011

#1 Gilmer defeats #5 Doddridge in 1st Round of Sectionals

The Gilmer County Lady Titans, #1 seed, took on #5 seed Doddridge Bulldogs at 7:30 PM on Tuesday, November 01, 2011.

Senior Hannah Simmons led the Titans to a 25-17 victory with her 9 service points.

The second set went to Doddridge County, who defeated the Titans 25-23.

Julie Bishop and Hannah Simmons each had 4 service points in this set and Sydney Pettit gained 46 sets of her 118 total during the set.

The Lady Titans turned the tide during the 3rd set, once again defeating the Bulldogs 25-17.

Jordan Morris and Hannah Simmons each had 4 service points, with each scoring one ace as well.

This momentum continued into the 4th set with the Lady Titans taking the lead and holding it throughout the set, soundly defeating the Bulldogs 25-10.

Sophomore Julie Bishop led in service points with 7 points, of which 3 were aces.

Gilmer Scorers for the game:

Simmons:  21 points/5 aces, 2 sets, 2 digs, 1 block, 9 kills

Morris:  10 points/6 aces, 7 sets/2 assists, 7 kills

Bishop:  10 points/7 aces, 8 sets, 1 dig, 1 block, 13 kills

Pettit:  8 points/3 aces, 118 sets/37 assists, 1 dig

Mann:  7 points/1 ace, 2 sets, 2 kills

Knicely:  3 points, 1 set, 2 blocks, 5 kills

Gordon:  2 digs, 1 kill

Somerville:  2 sets, 3 digs

The Lady Titans, whose overall record is now 18-12 will take on the winner of the Calhoun/Trinity Game on Wednesday, November 02, 2011 at 7:30 PM.

All fans are encouraged to attend this game at Doddridge County High School.

They will also play on November 03, with the game time determined by their win or loss in Wednesday’s game.

Tuesday, November 01, 2011

Gilmer Volleyball Girls Seeded First in Upcoming Sectionals‏

The GCHS Lady Titan volleyball team, with an overall record of 17-12, will be the first seed in the Sectional tournament to be held at the Doddridge County host site.

Teams are seeded as follows:

1.  Gilmer County

2.  Trinity Christian

3.  Calhoun County

4.  Clay-Battelle

5.  Doddridge County

6.  Notre Dame

7.  South Harrison

As #1 seed, Gilmer County will receive a bye in the first round, which will open at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, November 01, 2011.

Gilmer County will play at 7:30 PM against the winner of the Clay-Battelle, Doddridge County game which will be played at 6:00 PM on the same day - Tuesday.

Games will continue through Thursday, November 03, 2011, with the top 2 teams advancing to Regionals, also hosted by Doddridge County.

Mark your calendars!  All fans are invited to attend the GCHS Lady Titan Sectional game on Tuesday, November 01 at 7:30 PM at Doddridge County High School.

Thursday, October 27, 2011

Gilmer Splits Win/Loss at Tri-Match

The Gilmer County Lady Titans went on the road for their last regular season game, visiting Philip Barbour High School to complete in a Tri-Match with Philip Barbour and East Fairmont.

The first game began at 5:30 with the GCHS Lady Titans taking on home team Philip Barbour.

The Lady Titans struggled to gain position in this game and were defeated in 2 sets:  13-25 and 14-25.

Sophomore Julie Bishop lead the Titans in this match with 4 service points and 3 kills.

Gilmer Stats for the match with Philip Barbour:

•  Bishop:  4 points/1 ace, 2 sets, 3 kills, 2 digs

•  Pettit:  3 points, 48 sets/6 assists

•  Simmons:  3 points/1 ace, 6 sets, 1 kill

•  Morris:  2 points/ 1 ace, 3 sets, 1 kill, 1 block

•  Mann:  1 points, 2 sets, 1 kill, 1 block

•  Knicely:  1 set, 1 kill

•  Somerville:  3 sets

When the Lady Titans took the floor against East Fairmont, they were warmed up and ready to play.

They defeated East Fairmont in the first set 25-22.

The second set went to East Fairmont who defeated the Lady Titans 25-19, but GCHS came back to win the 3rd sent 25-19, winning the match 2 of 3 sets.

Sophomore, Julie Bishop once again led the game with both service points and kills. 

Gilmer Stats for the match with East Fairmont:

•  Bishop:  6 points/4 aces, 10 kills

•  Pettit:  5 points/3 aces, 95 sets/37 assists, 1 kill, 2 digs

•  Mann:  4points, 2 aces, 2 digs

•  Knicely:  3 points/1 ace, 1 set, 9 kills, 1 block

•  Simmons:  2 points/1 ace, 3 sets, 8 kills, 1 block

•  Morris:  1 point, 5 sets, 9 kills, 2 blocks, 1 dig

•  Richison:  1 dig

This brings the GCHS Lady Titans season record to 17 wins and 12 losses.

They will begin sectional play next week at Doddridge County.

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Gilmer Defeats St. Marys in Volleyball

The Gilmer County Lady Titans visited the St. Mary’s Blue Devils on Monday, October 24, 2011.

The Titans defeated the Blue Devils in 3 sets:  25-21, 25-22 and 25-15.

Asia Mann, junior, led the Lady Titans with 14 points and 4 aces in the match and Hannah Simmons, senior, had 10 kills for the night.

Gilmer County Stats:

•  Mann:  14 points/4 aces, 3 sets/1assist, 4 kills, 2 blocks, 1 dig

•  Bishop:  12 points/6 aces, 2 sets, 6 kills, 1 block, 1 dig

•  Pettit:  7 points/1 ace, 87 sets, 31 assists

•  Morris:  5 points/1 ace, 3 sets/2 assists, 5 kills, 1 block, 1 dig

•  Simmons:  4 points, 1 set/1 assist, 10 kills, 1 dig

•  Knicely:  1 point, 4 sets/1 assist, 4 kills, 1 block

•  Gordon:  2 kills

•  Somerville 1 set, 1 dig

•  Conrad:  1 kill

•  Richison:  1 set

Although many of the girls are still fighting colds, they all played hard to bring home this win.

Their final regular season game will be Wednesday, October 26, 2011 when they travel to Philip Barbour for a tri-match with Philip Barbour and East Fairmont.

This win over St. Marys brings their season record to 16-11.

Monday, October 24, 2011

Lady Titans Play in Eagles Classic Volleyball Tournament

Gilmer County Lady Titans played in the Eagles Classic Volleyball Tournament at Robert C. Byrd on Saturday, October 22, 2011.

The tournament began at 9:00 AM and included 2 pools.

Each match consisted of only 2 sets to 25 points.

The tops 2 teams from each pool advanced to the semi-finals.

Pool 1 teams were:

•  Buckhannon Upshur

•  University High

•  Bridgeport

•  Hampshire

Pool 2 teams were:

•  Robert C. Byrd

•  East Fairmont

•  Lincoln

•  Gilmer

Gilmer County played East Fairmont, losing both sets:  16-25 and 23-25.

Gilmer’s stats:

•  Morris:  7 points/4 aces, 3 sets, 1 kill, 1 dig

•  Pettit:  3 points, 60 sets/ 16 assists, 1 kill

•  Knicely:  3 points/2 aces, 5 sets, 5 kills, 1 block

•  Bishop:  3 points/1 ace, 3 kills, 1 dig

•  Simmons:  1 point/1 ace, 2 sets, 1 assist, 4 kills

•  Mann:  1 point/1 ace, 1 set, 3 kills, 1 block, 2 digs

•  Richison:  1 set

Game 2 against Robert C. Byrd:  Gilmer loses 23-25 and 24-26

Gilmer’s stats:

•  Knicely:  7 points, 6 sets, 3 kills, 2 blocks

•  Mann:  5 points/2 aces, 1 set, 3 kills, 1 block, 1 dig

•  Simmons:  4 points, 3 sets/1 assist, 8 kills, 2 blocks

•  Pettit:  3 points, 74 sets/17 assists, 1 dig

•  Bishop:  2 points, 4 sets, 2 kills, 2 digs

•  Morris:  1 point/1 ace, 8 sets, 1 kill, 1 block, 1 dig

•  Richison:  1 dig

Game 3 against Lincoln:  Gilmer defeats Lincoln:  25-13 and 25-23

This gave Gilmer the 3rd seed in their pool, so they did not advance to semi –finals.

Gilmer’s stats:

•  Morris:  7 points/5 aces, 3 sets, 3 kills, 1 block

•  Simmons:  6 points/2 aces, 3 sets, 7 kills, 2 blocks, 1 dig

•  Pettit:  4 points/1 ace, 64 sets, 26 assists

•  Knicely:  4 points/ 1 ace, 4 sets, 6 kills, 1 block

•  Mann:  3 points, 3 kills

•  Bishop:  1 points, 7 kills

•  Somerville:  2 sets, 1 dig

This brings the Titan’s overall record to 15-11.

Their next game is October 24, 2011 at St. Marys.

The JV will play at 6:00 PM and this is their last game of the season.

The Varsity team will then have a tri-match on October 26, 2011 at Philip Barbour with East Fairmont.

Sectional volleyball games will begin the following week and will be held at Doddridge County.

Thursday, October 20, 2011

Gilmer Defeats St. Marys in LKC Volleyball Placement Game

The Gilmer County Lady Titans hosted St. Marys for their LKC Placement Game on Wednesday, October 19, 2011.

The Lady Titans emerged the victor, but had to battle through 4 sets for the win.

Gilmer took the first set 25-11 with Jordan Morris being the leading scorer serving 6 aces and 8 total points.

The Lady Titans struggled in the second set and lost to the St. Marys Blue Devils 21-25.

Asia Mann was the leading scorer in this set with 5 points.

In the third set, consistent server Hannah Simmons racked up 8 points and 4 aces to lead the Titans to a win of 25-16.

In the fourth set, both teams gave it their all, but the Gilmer Lady Titans took the set and the match, scoring 25-23.

In the fourth set, Simmons and Jordan Morris both lead the team with 5 service points.

Jordan Morris and Julie Bishop both had 11 kills for the night.

This match brings the Lady Titan’s overall record to 14-9.

They are playing Saturday, October 22, 2011 in a tournament at Robert C. Byrd High School and then will visit the St. Marys Blue Devils on October 24, 2011 in St. Marys.

Match Stats for the Lady Titans:

•  Simmons:  18 points/9 aces, 4 kills, 3 digs

•  Morris:  14 points/ 7 aces, 6 sets, 3 assists, 11 kills, 1 dig

•  Mann:  11 points, 1 ace, 2 sets, 1 assist, 5 kills, 1 block, 1 dig

•  Pettit:  6 points, 2 aces, 121 sets, 38 assists

•  Knicely:  4 points, 2 aces, 2 sets, 1 assist, 8 kills, 3 blocks, 1 dig

•  Bishop:  2 points, 1 ace, 4 sets, 1 assist, 11 kills, 1 block

•  Somerville:  2 sets, 6 digs

As this was the last home game for the Lady Titans, the team and coaches would like to thank their fans for their support.

They also would like to thank everyone who has purchased items in support of Breast Cancer Awareness and for the Longaberger Basket Raffle they are selling chances on.

The Longaberger raffle tickets will be available through November 04, 2011, when the winner will be drawn at the home football game.

Thanks everyone for your support of GCHS Volleyball!

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Gilmer Defeats Roane at Volleyball Senior Night

Amidst a crowd of pink spectators, the seniors gave it their best to defeat Roane in 3 sets, scoring 25-10, 25-13 and 25-16.

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness, both teams wore pink uniforms and items were sold to raise money for the cause.

The seniors:  Hannah Simmons, Jordan Morris, Chelsea Knicely, Sydney Pettit, Olivia Somerville and Lindsey Robinson were honored at the last regular season home game.

The teams want to thank the student cheering section for their support and enthusiasm during the game.

The leading scorer for the game was Senior, Hannah Simmons who had 19 points and 7 aces.

Other scorers were:

•  Simmons:  19 points/7 aces, 8 kills, 1 block

•  Pettit:  11 points/4 aces, 69 sets, 26 assists

•  Knicely:  8 points/ 1 ace; 2 sets, 1 assist, 6 kills

•  Bishop:  6 points, 3 aces, 2 sets, 1 assist, 6 kills, 1 block, 1 dig

•  Morris:  3 points, 1 ace, 4 kills

•  Mann:  3 sets, 1 assist, 1 kill

•  Gordon:  1 dig

•  Somerville:  1 dig

•  Conrad:  1 kill

The Lady Titan’s record is now 13-9.

The will host St. Marys Wednesday, October 19, 2011 in an LKC Placement game.

The JV team will begin play at 6:00 PM.

This is the last home event for the Lady Titans and all fans are encouraged to come out and support your team.

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Friday, October 14, 2011

Gilmer Lady Titans Volleyball Take Easy Win at South Harrison

The Gilmer County Lady Titans played at South Harrison Thursday evening, October 13, 2011, and soundly defeated the Lady Hawks in 3 sets:  25-10, 25-6 and 25-9.

South Harrison opened the first set with a net serve, giving the ball to Hannah Simmons for first serve for the Titans.

Simmons racked up 10 straight points and 4 aces to give the Titans an easy lead over the Hawks.

Others scorers in this set were Morris (3), Knicely (1) and Pettit who served 5 points to finish the set.

The second set was opened with Pettit serving 4 points.

The leading scorer in this set was Asia Mann, who had 8 service points.

In the third set, the game was once again opened with a net serve by the Lady Hawks and Hannah Simmons scored 12 consecutive points to give the Lady Titans another strong lead in the game.

Scorers for the match:

•  Simmons:   23 points/12 aces, 1 set/1 assist, 3 kills, 1 dig

•  Pettit:   9 points/5 aces, 43 sets/28 assists

•  Mann:   8 points/6 aces, 1 set/1 assist, 3 kills, 1 dig

•  Morris:   7 points/4 aces, 1 set, 1 assist, 6 kills, 1 dig

•  Knicely:   6 points/1 ace, 1 set/1 assist, 6 kills, 1 block

•  Richison:   1 point/1 ace

•  Gordon:   2 sets, 2 assists, 1 kill

•  Conrad:   1 set/1 assist, 1 kill

•  Somerville:   1 dig

The Lady Titans’ record is now 12-9 and their last home game of the season will be Tuesday, October 18, 2011 against Roane County.

This will be Senior Night to honor the 5 seniors:

•  Hannah Simmons

•  Sydney Pettit

•  Chelsea Knicely

•  Jordan Morris

•  Olivia Somerville.

The Ladies are wearing their pink uniforms in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness and encourage all fans to WEAR PINK to the Tuesday night game.

Mark your calendars to come out in support of your GCHS Lady Titan Volleyball teams.

The JV team will begin play at 6:00 PM.

Wednesday, October 12, 2011

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Friday, October 07, 2011

Braxton Defeats Gilmer in 3 of 5 Set

The GCHS Lady Titans played at Braxton County on Thursday, October 02, 2011 and were defeated in 3 of 5 sets.

Braxton opened the match with a 25-14 victory over Gilmer. The Titans rebounded to win the second set 25-22. In the third set, the Lady Eagles took the set 25-19.  The Lady Titans came back to win the 4th set 25-13.  In the final set, which is to be played to 15, the girls battled back and forth, ending in a Braxton County win of 17-15 over the Titans.

The leading scorer for Gilmer County for the night was senior, Jordan Morris with 12 points and 8 aces.  She had 11 kills, 10 sets earning 4 assists and 4 digs.  Senior Chelsea Knicely led the team in 13 kills.

Other scorers for Gilmer County were as follows:

Hannah Simmons: 12 points/4 aces, 8 kills, 2 digs, 1 block

Sydney Pettit:   11 points/ 2 aces, 147/166 sets with 50 assists, 2 kills and 1 block

Asia Mann:   7 points/2 aces, 1 set, 1 assist, 1 block, 6 kills

Julie Bishop:   5 points/2 aces, 9 kills, 2 sets, 2 assists, 3 digs

Larissa Gordon:   5 points/ 3 aces, 1 kill

Chelsea Knicely: 1 point, 5 sets, 13 kills, 1 dig

Olivia Somerville:   1 dig, 1 set

For Braxton, Gilmer native Corri Phillips had 17 service points for the night.

This game brings the GCHS Lady Titans’ record to 11-9 and their next game is on Thursday, October 13, 2011 when they will host South Harrison in the Damon West gymnasium.

The JV team will open at 6:00 PM.

As the season nears an end, all fans are invited to attend the last 2 home games to cheer on the Lady Titans!

Wednesday, October 05, 2011

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Tuesday, October 04, 2011

Gilmer Splits Wins in Tri Match

The GCHS Lady Titan Volleyball team traveled to Williamstown for a tri-match between Calhoun, Williamstown and your Lady Titans on Monday, October 03, 2011.

The Titans opened the match against Williamstown and were defeated 25-20 and 25-8.

The leader Gilmer scorer for this match was Asia Mann, junior, with 5 points and 1 ace.

Mann also had 1 dig, 2 sets and 1 assist.

Others scorers for this match were:

Pettit:  3 points; 39/50 sets, 5 assists, 1 dig

Simmons:  3 points, 3 digs, 1 set, 1 assist

Knicely:  2 points/1 ace

Morris:  1 point/1 ace, 3 kills, 1 dig, 4 sets/4 assists

Bishop:  1 dig, 2 kills, 1 block, 3 sets/3 assists

Somerville:  3 digs, 1 set/1 assist

The Titans then took on Calhoun and defeated them in two sets:  25-22 and 25-23.

The leader scorer for this match was once again Asia Mann, with 10 points/3 aces, 2 kills, 2 digs, 1 set/1 assist.

Other scorers for this match were:

Pettit:  8 points/2aces;  77/85 sets; 22 assists, 1 dig, 1 kill

Simmons:  8 points/ 6 aces; 5 digs, 1 kill, 1 set, 1 assist

Bishop:  2 points, 4 kills, 1 block, 2 sets, 2 assists, 1 dig

Morris:  1 point/1 ace, 8 kills, 1 dig, 3 sets, 3 assists

Knicley:  1 point, 1 set, 1 dig, 6 kills

Somerville:  1 dig

The Lady Titans are now 11-8 for the season and will travel to Braxton County on Thursday, October 06, 2011.

The JV game will begin at 6:00 PM.

Thursday, September 29, 2011

G-OB™: Gilmer County Schools Employment –  ATHLETIC DIRECTOR, GCHS - 09.28.11

POSITION:     Athletic Director - Gilmer County High School

JOB DESCRIPTION:

FOR THE POSITION OF ATHLETIC DIRECTOR

REPORTS TO:    Principal / Assistant Principal

JOB GOAL:    To assist with participating students to achieve a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and an increased level of self-esteem.

RESPONSBILITIES:

Coordinate the athletic extracurricular programs, oversee activities, and act as a liaison between the principal, WVSSAC, and the community by:

1)  Organization and administration of the overall athletic programs.

2)  Coordination of the operation of all athletic contests to include but not limited to:  Scheduling Practices, transportation of away events, support personnel (ticket sellers, ticket takers, clock operators, announcers, chain crew, gate keepers, etc.)

3)  Contracting game officials and Security

4)  Schedule routine maintenance and repairs of facilities, recommend improvements and arrange for facilities to be properly prepared for events.

5)  Responsible for preparing the athletic schedule in cooperation with principal and coaching staff.

6)  Preparation and administration of the athletic budget and bookkeeping (in cooperation with secretarial staff).

7)  Responsible for requisition of all athletic supplies and equipment.

8)  Supervision of ticket sales and fund raising activities of the athletic program and the proper handling of funds.

9)  Administration of the physical and academic requirements of eligibility for participation in each sport and verification of the eligibility of each athlete.

10)  Assist in supervision and evaluation of all coaching staff in cooperation with school principal.

11) Keep school principal advised on advertising vacant coaching positions and make recommendations of hiring staff to school principal.

12)  Supervision of all coaching staff to ensure the proper practice schedules and safety procedures are developed and maintained.

13)  Supervision to ensure all state, county, and school policies and rules are followed.

14)  Foster good school and community relations by keeping school principal and community aware and responsive to the athletic programs.

15)  In cooperation with school principal plan, coordinate and maintain the school master schedule for scheduling student activities and the use of school facilities.

16)  Serve as school liaison to and attend booster club meetings and activities.

17)  Meet on a regular basis with the school principal.

18)  With cooperation with the school principal, attend and supervise home contests and events.

19)  Attend select away contests for supervising purposes as determined by school principal.

20)  Coordinate and disseminate information when events are canceled or postponed to athletes, coaches, opponents, transportation, officials, security, support personnel and media.

21)  Organize, administer and supervise sectional, regional and playoff contest as assigned by the WVSSAC.

22) Administer and file all required WVSSAC paperwork.

23)  Administer all operational procedures and duties of league membership.

24)  Organize and coordinate all special events, physicals and banquets with cooperation from school principal and coaching staff.

25)  Prepare rosters, schedule cards, schedule posters, athletic program, etc.

26)  All other duties relating to the athletic programs as assigned by school principal.

EMPLOYMENT TERM:     Remainder of 2011-2012 school year

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid West Virginia Certificate

• Bachelors Degree – minimum

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Background in athletics, including coaching experience and/or experience as athlete or related experience preferred

• Knowledge or WVSSAC rules and regulations

• Ability and skills to work cooperatively and positively with students, staff, parents, boosters, public and the community

• Knowledge, expertise and time to carry out the responsibilities of the position

SALARY:    $5,000

CLOSING DATE:     Wednesday, October 05, 2011 – 3:00 PM or Until Filled

SEND LETTER OF APPLICATION AND RESUME TO:
                                                        Ronald Blankenship, Superintendent
                                                        Gilmer County Schools
                                                        201 North Court Street
                                                        Glenville, WV 26351

As required by federal laws and regulations, the Gilmer County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, marital status, disability, age and national origin in employment and in the administration of any of its education programs or activities.  Inquires may be directed to Title IX Coordinator, Gilmer County Board of Education, 201 N. Court Street, Glenville, WV 26351, phone 304.462.7386; to the WV Department of Education Elimination of Sex Discrimination Program Coordinator, 304.558.7864; or the US Department of Education’s Director of the Office of Civil Rights, 215.596.6795.

E12-501-24
Posted: 09.28.11

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Gilmer Volleyball Defeats Clay in 3 Sets

The Gilmer County High School Volleyball team defeated Clay County in 3 sets, Tuesday, September 27, 2011 at Clay County High School.

Leading the Lady Titans for the night was Sophomore, Julie Bishop with 15 points and 3 aces.

She also had 2 sets with 2 assists, 5 kills, 1 block and 2 digs.

Other scorers for the evening were:

•  Pettit:  8 points/4 aces; 102 sets with 32 assists, 2 kills, 6 digs

•  Mann:   8 points/1 ace, 2 sets, 2 kills, 1 block

•  Knicely:   5 points/2 aces, 1 set, 8 kills, 3 blocks, 1 dig

•  Morris:   4 points/2 aces, 2 sets, 1 assist, 7 kills, 1 dig

•  Simmons:   3 points/2 aces, 8 kills, 1 block, 2 digs

•  Gordon:   1 point, 1 kill, 1 dig, 1 set

•  Somerville:   4 digs, 1 set

This brings the Lady Titans record to 10-7.

Their next game will be on Thursday, October 0, 20116 at Braxton County.

Monday, September 26, 2011

CommunityConcerns™: Should BE THANKS, But It Is NO THANKS

The Gilmer Free Press has received multiple concerns from the teachers, staff, and community members regarding the latest decision made by the Gilmer County Principal.

Following is the summary of over 50 concerns:

In the analysis of Gilmer County’s performance using data from U.S. Department of Education on The Gilmer Free Press on 09.12.11 : CommunityConcerns™: Highest Praises to Gilmer County’s Elementary Schools, But GCHS?

We can easily see the county’s raking is 14th among West Virginia’s 55 counties just because of the performance of our Elementary Schools.

Had it not been because of the declining performance at the high school in past 3 years, Gilmer County would have been ranked higher.

Again many thanks go to our Elementary Schools.

It is an undeniable fact that the performance has decreased at the High School not because of the faculty and staff, but only due to bad leadership and irrational demands.

But what type of thanks out Elementary Schools get from the High School?

This is the example:

This is very upsetting to the affected personnel because “A Legitimate Gilmer County Board of Education” had approved the privilege to be different.

But apparently it is now OK for the High School Principal to just take it upon herself to change this?

Is she trying to make up and pay for the fine of about $2,000.00 imposed on Gilmer County High School by WVSSAC because she did not follow the correct procedures when Gilmer forfeited the game against Wirt?

Or is it because now she has all the power to do what she wants against the will of the people of Gilmer County and their representatives..

We are against this decision and we feel it should be reversed by the imposed superintendent Blankenship.

~~ Concerned Teachers, Staff, Community Members ~~

Friday, September 23, 2011

High School Volleyball: Gilmer Lady Titans Lose to Calhoun in 5 Sets

The Lady Titans opened the match by winning the first 2 sets, 25-15 and 25-21.

Calhoun won the next 3 sets 25-16, 25-9 and 15-12.

Leading scorer for the Titans for the night was Hannah Simmons , senior, with 17 points and 5 aces.

She also had 4 kills, 6 digs and 2 sets.

Other scorers for the Lady Titans were:

•  Bishop:   11 points/4 aces, 14 kills, 8 digs, 8 sets

•  Pettit:   7 points/1 ace, 141/159 sets, 56 assists, 4 digs

•  Knicely:   3 points/2 aces, 20 kills, 2 blocks

•  Morris:   3 points/1 ace, 14 kills, 2 digs, 2 sets

•  Mann:   2 points, 10 kills, 3 blocks, 6 digs, 4 sets

•  Gordon:   2 kills, 2 sets

•  Conrad:    4 digs

•  Somerville:   2 digs

This brings the Titans record to 8-4.

Lady Titans plan to travel to Parkersburg High on Saturday, September 24, 2011 for the Snowball Tournament.

Thursday, September 22, 2011

College Volleyball: Lady Pioneers Fall to University of Pitt-Johnstown

Pitt-Johnstown 3, Glenville State 0

The Glenville State Lady Pioneers volleyball team fell to the University of Pitt-Johnstown Tuesday night in three games.

The Lady Pioneers fell in game one 12-25, game two 11-25, and game three 16-25.

Jamie Schindel led GSC in kills with 9 on the night, while Heather Stout finished with 7 and Rikki Butler finished with 5.

Schindel also recorded a service ace on the night.

MacKenize Willneff led the Lady Pioneers in digs with 11.

Schindel recorded 8 digs while Stout finished with 7 digs.

Jamie Schindel, Ella Messinger, Rikki Butler, and Heather Stout all recorded a solo block.

Pitt-Johnstown was led by Jessica Heidenthal with 12 kills while Beth Kendera recorded 10 kills in the game.

Kayla Petrilla led UPJ in digs with 10 while Kelsey Kohler finished with a game high 11 digs.

The Lady Pioneers had 17 errors in the game while UPJ only had eight errors.

The Lady Pioneers will return to action on Friday when Fairmont State travels to Glenville.

Game time is set for 7:00 PM.

   Glenville State Coll   |     ATTACK      |SET| SERVE |SRV|DEF|  BLOCK |GEN
## Name                 SP|  K   E  TA   PCT|  A| SA  SE| RE|DIG|BS BA BE|BHE
—————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————
1  Jamie Schindel…...  3|  9   2  18  .389|  0|  1   0|  0|  8| 1  0  1|  0
5  JulieAnne Buckley…  1|  0   0   0  .000|  0|  0   0|  0|  0| 0  0  0|  0
7  Ella Messinger…...  3|  3   0   7  .429|  0|  0   0|  0|  0| 1  1  0|  0
11 Sarah Frazier…....  3|  0   0   1  .000| 23|  0   1|  0|  1| 0  1  1|  1
13 Rikki Butler….....  3|  5   7  22 -.091|  0|  0   0|  2|  6| 1  0  0|  0
15 Heather Stout…....  3|  7   6  25  .040|  0|  0   0|  2|  7| 1  0  1|  0
9  Megan Normant…....  2|  0   0   1  .000|  0|  0   0|  2|  3| 0  0  0|  1
12 MacKenize Willneff. 3|  0   1   5 -.200|  0|  0   0|  0| 11| 0  0  0|  0
14 x…................  3|  1   1  13  .000|  0|  0   0|  0|  0| 3  0  3|  0
—————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————
   Totals…...........  3| 25  17  92  .087| 23|  1   1|  6| 36| 7  2  6|  2

 TEAM ATTACK PER SET                                TOTAL TEAM BLOCKS: 8.0
 Set   K  E  TA   Pct
   1   6  5  32  .031   SET SCORES                1  2  3  TEAM RECORDS
   2   8  6  28  .071   Glenville State Coll (0) 12 11 16  0-9, 0-3 WVIAC
   3  11  6  32  .156   Pitt-Johnstown…... (3) 25 25 25  3-8, 1-0 WVIAC

   Pitt-Johnstown         |     ATTACK      |SET| SERVE |SRV|DEF|  BLOCK |GEN
## Name                 SP|  K   E  TA   PCT|  A| SA  SE| RE|DIG|BS BA BE|BHE
—————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————
10 Jessica Heidenthal. 3| 12   3  25  .360|  0|  0   0|  0|  5| 0  0  0|  0
12 Ashley Dirado…....  3|  1   0   7  .143|  0|  0   0|  0|  1| 2  0  0|  0
15 Tayler Vebares…...  3|  5   2  11  .273|  0|  0   0|  0|  0| 0  0  2|  0
20 Nikki Oakes…......  3|  0   0   0  .000| 14|  3   0|  0|  5| 0  0  0|  0
21 Karen Schmidt…....  2|  5   2  10  .300|  0|  0   0|  0|  5| 0  0  0|  0
22 Beth Kendera….....  3| 10   0  11  .909|  0|  0   0|  0|  0| 2  0  3|  0
1  Cassie Heatherly….  1|  0   0   0  .000|  0|  1   1|  1|  3| 0  0  0|  0
4  Katie Svetahor…...  1|  0   0   1  .000|  0|  0   0|  0|  0| 0  0  0|  0
5  Danielle Fleeger….  1|  2   0   7  .286|  0|  2   1|  0|  2| 0  0  1|  0
8  Kayla Petrilla…...  3|  1   0   0  .000| 18|  0   0|  0| 10| 0  0  0|  0
16 Kelsey Kohler…....  3|  0   0   1  .000|  4|  0   0|  0| 11| 0  0  0|  0
17 Kristy Lagnese…...  1|  0   0   0  .000|  0|  0   0|  0|  3| 0  0  0|  0
19 Lindsay Roush…....  1|  0   0   2  .000|  0|  0   0|  0|  1| 0  0  0|  0
23 Kelsey Shanabrook…  3|  4   1  10  .300|  0|  0   0|  0|  0| 1  0  2|  0
—————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————
   Totals…...........  3| 40   8  85  .376| 36|  6   2|  1| 46| 5  0  8|  0

 TEAM ATTACK PER SET                                TOTAL TEAM BLOCKS: 5.0
 Set   K  E  TA   Pct
   1  13  3  28  .357  
   2  15  3  30  .400   Date: Sep 20, 2011   Attend: 200   Time: :57
   3  12  2  27  .370

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

High School Volleyball: Lady Titans win Tri-Match at Doddridge

The Lady Titan volleyball team traveled to Doddridge for a Tri-match with Doddridge and Ravenswood on Tuesday, September 20, 2011.

The Lady Titans won the Tri-match, defeating both Doddridge and Ravenswood.

The Titans tooks on Doddridge County in the first match, winning 2 of 3 sets:  13-25, 25-17 and 25-16.

Scorers for the Titans in this match were:

•  Mann:   7 points/2 aces, 2 sets, 10 kills

•  Knicely:   6 points/1 ace, 3 sets, 8 kills

•  Pettit:   5 points, 86 sets/36 assists, 3 kills, 2 digs

•  Gordon:   5 points/2 aces, 4 sets, 4 digs, 3 kills

•  Simmons:   4 points/1 ace, 2 sets, 4 kills, 8 digs

•  Bishop:   3 points/2 aces, 3 sets, 9 kills, 3 blocks

•  Somerville:   2 sets, 3 digs

•  Conrad:   2 kills

Next, the Titans took on Ravenswood and defeated them 25-15 and 25-16.

Larissa Gordon, who took the place of injured Jordan Morris, lead the Titans in scoring for this match.

Gordon had 12 points, with 7 aces (6 in a row) 2 blocks, 1 set and 2 digs.

Other scorers for the Titans were:

•  Pettit:   7 points/1ace, 50 sets with 24 assists

•  Simmons: 5 points/2 aces, 2 sets, 2 kills, 2 blocks, 4 digs

•  Mann: 4 points/3 aces, 8 kills, 6 digs

•  Knicely: 4 kills, 2 blocks

•  Bishop:   2 points, 2 blocks, 10 kills

•  Somerville: 2 sets

This brings the Titans record to 8-3.

The Lady Titans will host Calhoun at home on Thursday, September 22, 2011 in the Damon West Gymnasium.

All fans are encouraged to attend this game and wear WHITE!!! 

Monday, September 19, 2011

GSC Parents Day Planned for September 24, 2011

The first annual Glenville State College Parents Day is scheduled to take place on Saturday, September 24, 2011.

All parents and other family members of GSC students are invited to attend this exciting day full of activities.

“It is well known the important role parents as well as all family members play in a student’s success in college.  That’s why I am so pleased to announce that our first annual Glenville State College Parents Day has been planned on our campus.  As well as enjoying social events, parents and other family members of our students will get the opportunity to meet one-on-one with their child’s professors and learn about their student’s academic progress,” said Glenville State College President Dr. Peter Barr.

Registration begins at 8:30 AM at the GSC Heflin Administration Building where participants can enjoy coffee and pastries.

Faculty and staff will be on hand to give information about the academic programs, services, and activities offered to GSC students during their higher education experience.

Family members who attend are welcome to stay for other festivities including a lunch, a picnic later in the day with entertainment by the GSC jazz and bluegrass bands, a volleyball match, and an early evening movie.

Those who plan to attend should R.S.V.P. for the event by calling the GSC Office of Parent Programs by e-mailing “mykid@glenville.edu”  or calling 304.462.6050.

Friday, September 16, 2011

Volleyball: Lady Titans Defeat Clay County - 09.15.11

The Lady Titans broke their 2-game losing streak on Thursday, September 15, 2011, while hosting Clay County in the Damon West Gymnasium.

The match took 4 sets, with the Titans losing the first set to Clay 16-25.

The Titans rallied back to win the next 3 sets 25-21, 25-15 and 25-16.

This brings the Titan’s record to 6-3.

Total stats for all 4 sets:

•  Sydney Pettit :   126 sets, 20 assists, 16 points, 3 aces

•  Asia Mann:   6 sets, 4 kills, 1 block, 14 points, 1 ace

•  Hannah Simmons:   2 digs, 1 set, 10 kills, 12 points, 5 aces

•  Jordan Morris:   4 sets, 3 kills, 1 block, 2 points, 1 ace

•  Chelsea Knicely:   4 sets, 1 kill 1 point

•  Julie Bishop:   1 dig, 4 sets, 2 kills, 1 block, 1 point

•  Olivia Somerville:  1 dig, 3 sets

The Lady Titans will travel to Doddridge County on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 to play in a quad with Doddridge, Bridgeport and Ravenswood.

Their next home game will be on Thursday, September 22, 2011 when they will host Calhoun County.

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Lady Pioneers Fall to WV State 3-0

The GSC Lady Pioneers Volleyball team fell to the West Virginia State University Yellow Jackets on Monday evening 3-0.

The Lady Pioneers lost in set one, 25-20, set two 25-12, and set three 25-17.

MacKenzie Willneff led the Lady Pioneers in kills with 10, while teammates Jamie Schindel and Heather Stout both finished with six.

Sarah Frazier and MacKenzie Willneff both had a serve ace against the Yellow Jackets.

Chelsea Stickleman finished the game with 19 digs, while Heather Stout tallied five.

GSC was led by Sarah Frazier in assists with 20.

The Yellow Jackets were led by Alyssa Graboski in kills with 10, while Abigail Easton had 19 assist and Megan Lucas finished with 14 assists.

The Lady Pioneers also committed 22 costly errors on the evening, compared to the Yellow Jackets eight.

The Lady Pioneers will return to action Wednesday, September 14, 2011, when they travel to Wheeling Jesuit.

Game time is set for 7:00 PM.

Friday, September 09, 2011

Volleyball: Gilmer Falls to Wirt

The Gilmer County Lady Titan volleyball team hosted the Wirt County Lady Tigers on Thursday, September 08, 2011.

Wirt County took the Win in 3 set   18-25; 8-25; 23-25

Gilmer County Stats:

Simmons —  6 points, 4 aces, 4 sets, 6 kills, 3 digs,1 block

Gordon —  4 points, 1 set

Bishop —  4 points, 2 aces, 1 set, 4 kills, 1 block

Knicely —  3 points, 2 aces,  2 sets, 1 kill

Pettit —  3 points, 1 ace, 62 sets,  1 kill, 14 assists

Morris —  3 points, 1 ace, 4 sets, 1 kill

Conrad —  1 set, 3 digs

Mann —  3 sets, 1 kill

Somerville —  1 dig

Wednesday, September 07, 2011

Gilmer Defeated by Braxton in First Home Volleyball Game

After 5 sets of tight games, the Lady Titans accept their first home defeat of the season to visiting Braxton Lady Eagles.

In the first set, Gilmer took the win 25-23.  Braxton reversed the score to win the second set 25-23 over Gilmer.  The third set Braxton won 25 to 15 over the Titans.  The Titans bounced back to win the 4th set 25-22 but were defeated in a close final set 12-15.

•  The top scorer for the game was Chelsea Knicely, senior who had 16 points and 8 aces.

Other scorers were:

•  Sydney Pettit   12 points, 2 aces

•  Hannah Simmons 8 points, 6 aces

•  Asia Mann 4 points

•  Julie Bishop   11 points, 5 aces

•  Chelsea Knicely   16 points, 8 aces

Games stats were as follows:

Kills: Bishop 8, Morris 6, Knicely 6, Mann 5, Simmons 2

Sets:   Pettit 167, Bishop 7, Morris 6, Mann 5, Knicely 2 and Simmons 2

Assists: Pettit 39

Digs:   Somerville 5, Simmons 4, Bishop 2, Pettit 2, Mann 2, Gordon 1

Blocks:   Knicely 1

Gilmer’s record is now 5-2 and their next game will be on Thursday evening, September 08, 2011 against visiting Wirt County.

The JV game will begin at 6:00 PM.

Come out and cheer on your Lady Titans!!