Blue Aces Athletics

We are wrapping up Fall sports and are excited for our student athletes as they enter the post season.

Information about post season tournaments & tickets for Varsity sports can be found at OHSSA.org

Winter Sports will be staring in the next few weeks and we want to remind you to make sure your Final Forms are up to date so there is no delay in participation. Please plan to complete your mandatory OHSAA Pre Season parent meeting. This is going to done virtually. More information will be coming.

Eligibility reminder: The first quarter ended last Friday and we will be working to determine athletes that are eligible to participate. Please remind your athlete that if they drop a class they need to check with the athletic department and their school counselor to make sure they retain their eligibility.

Middle School Update:

MS Cross Country - They finished their stellar season by winning both the boys and girls LCL titles. They also competed at the MS XC Championships at Fortress Obetz with the girls placing 6th and the boys placing 3rd.

MS Volleyball - Both our 7th and 8th grade volleyball teams had incredible seasons with our 8th grade team making it all the way to the finals of the LCL tournament.

MS Boys Golf - The boys had an incredibly successful season winning multiple matches and improving scores across the board.

MS Girls Golf - The girls season was capped off with multiple players improving their scores and multiple match wins.

MS Football & Cheer - Both the 7th & 8th grade team finished the season on high notes beating Mount Vernon in 2 close games. The 8th grade team had a winning season & the 7th grade team were LCL champions!!

Girls Cross Country - is still in the post season and they will compete in the Regional meet at Pickerington North this weekend.

Boys Cross Country - The boys team finished 6th at Districts, just 4 points shy of qualifying for Regionals. Two runners did qualify individually and will compete on Saturday.

Field Hockey - The team worked hard this season and pulled out a win against Bishop Hartley. Their tournament run came to an end against Lancaster.

Girls Soccer - The Girls Soccer team continues to excel on the pitch by winning the LCL title and their first tournament game against Johnathan Alder. The girls look to continue their win streak this week in the next round of tournament action.

Boys Soccer - Not to be out done, the boys soccer team also secured the LCL title and a tournament win against Buckeye Valley. They play the next round of the District tournament this week.

Girls Golf - Finished the season as LCL Champions and 6th at the District Tournament. Coach Al Sowards was named Coach of the Year by the LCL.

Boys Golf - The boys also finished the season as LCL Champs and placed 5th at the Sectional Golf Tournament at Turnberry Golf Course. One golfer made it onto the District tournament.

Football & Cheer - The football & cheer teams continues their successful season with senior night this Friday against Mount Vernon. We look forward to watching them advance into the post season.

Volleyball - The girls have had an exciting season with a senior night win against Heath and a first round tournament win against Bexley. They continue their tournament run this week against Bishop Hartley,

Tennis - The girls team capped off their successful season with an LCL tournament championship and strong showing at sectionals.

Mandatory Pre-Season OHSAA parent meeting - Nov 5th at 6pm **Virtual** (see coach for link)

Winter Sports Pictures - Nov 16th (see coach for specifics)

Officials & Coaches Appreciation week - Jan 12 -18

The Granville Athletics Mental Performance Initiative (GAMPI) kicked off in October for our student-athletes and coaches. The GAMPIons student-athlete leadership group participated in their first HeadspACE session where they played the Game of TRI-ing to learn how to foster a positive team environment, and GHS coaches participated in the Coach Beyond Supporting Student-Athlete Mental Health training. Finally, the first Huddles session is October 24 where student-athletes learn about building confidence. All student-athletes are welcome to attend monthly Huddle sessions in the GHS weight room during ACE period. Programming will continue throughout the school year with HeadspACE and Huddles sessions for student-athletes, sessions for parents, and coach training. Please encourage your student-athletes to participate in these trainings. Student-athletes should listen to the announcements and check SportsYou for information about future Huddle sessions.

Fueling your body post-activity is a great way to start recovery. It is important to replenish carbs and provide protein to the body for muscle recovery. Some great snacks are chocolate milk, Greek yogurt with granola or fruit, an Uncrustable with a protein such as string cheese or jerky, or a protein shake with a carb source. You can mix and match any of your favorite proteins and carbs to start recovery!

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