Ida B Wells Athletics Weekly
September 9, 2024
“I’ve never scored a goal in my life without getting a pass from someone else.”
-Abby Wambach
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Be A Guardian - Be Gracious - Expressing Gratitude!
- Be someone people want to talk to.
- If you cannot do great things. Do small things in great ways.
- A servant leader uplifts and values those they lead, fostering a culture where collective triumph outshines personal glory.
- Life is a series of moments, and each one presents a unique opportunity to contribute to the well-being of ourselves and others.
- Some stranger somewhere still remembers you because you were kind to them when no one else was.
- Do good. It will come back to you in unexpected ways.
- If someone makes you happy, make them happier.
- No matter how you feel, get up, show up, and never give up.
Message from Athletic Director, Mike Nolan
Greetings Sports Fans!!
We had our first full week of IBW Athletics this past week and are now geared up for another full week! The weather is looking like it is going to cooperate a bit more and allow us not to have to train and compete in the heat. Hopefully the air quality will continue to improve as well. When it comes to inclement weather, IBW Athletics will follow the guidance put forth at the OSAA using the following sites to help us navigate situations like last week. You can find them here: https://www.osaa.org/health-safety
Our XC Program participated in their first league meet at Lents Park this past week and competed well despite the heat. The program has a ton of new runners this year and a great group of returners to anchor the Varsity. In fact, the Varsity Men managed to place first in the event but we also had a ton of runners’ PR and compete! For a full list of results, you can visit the following page: https://www.athletic.net/CrossCountry/meet/240003/results/all Their next meet is this Friday at Ash Creek. And be sure to mark your calendar for September 18th when we Pack the Park for our only home meet!
Both the Men’s and Women’s Soccer Programs had a great week last week. The Varsity Women came up short against Canby in their opener but rebounded well against Corvallis winning that contest. The JV Women were able to sweep their games. The JV and Varsity take on Sunset and Tualatin this week and the JV2 starts their season this week as well. The Varsity Men split in their first two contests taking down Southridge and coming up short against McKay. The JV2 start their schedule this week as well on the men’s side.
Our Volleyball Programs took on two strong programs this past week in Lakeridge and St. Marys. We have been able to add more non-league contests which is great for the program. Both contests came down to the wire and all levels competed strong. The JV2 and JV programs had great showings at their tournaments over the weekend as well. The program takes on Grant tonight and we host a JV Tournament this weekend.
Our Football Programs took on the Clackamas Football Programs this past week. The Varsity had a strong showing after make some adjustments in the second half but couldn’t quite get over the hump and fell short. The JV team was able to secure a victory and the Frosh group competed well over the weekend. They face of against Dallas this week.
Finally, a big shout out to our Cheer Program for all of their energy on Friday night and performance at half time. They bring it on Friday Nights! And another huge shout out to Nick Caldwell and our Band for playing on Friday nights! Great to Be A Guardian!
Great to Be A Guardian!
Weekly Athletic Schedule - Week of September 9
For a complete listing of the weekly athletic schedule, please visit the athletic dept. website:IBW Athletics/THIS WEEK. Links to team schedules can also be found on their team pages on the athletic website.
Seeking Photos
We have some wonderful volunteers who are out taking photos of our teams but if you are out at a game, meet, match (especially lower level) always feel free to send along photos to mailto:lvanhorn@pps.net that I can share here in our Athletic Weekly. TIA! -Leanne Van Horn
Guardians of the Week
Cheer - Alayna Benjamin,
Alayna is new to IBW and to Guardian Cheer but that is not standing in her way! She is a stand out on our varsity team, learning all the cheers, dances, and stunt routines with ease and grace. We are so excited for Alayna’s future with our program! Go Guards!
Football
Varsity - Roman Tubay, Junior
Roman stepped into a new offensive possession in recent weeks–Center, which may be the most difficult position in all of football–and played tremendously in his debut wearing #60 rather than #44. He played both ways the whole game, rarely asking for a substitute and battling throughout. Roman fought from start to finish, and showed what being a true team player is all about.
JV - Fletcher Hamman, Junior
Fletcher was unstoppable against Clackamas’ JV, notching two touchdowns on offense and numerous tackles defensively. He led the team in rush yards on the day and set the tone for his teammates, never slowing down and keeping a sense of intensity even as it became clear the game was in hand.
Freshmen - Lucious Coon
Lucius Coon is this week's player of the game for the freshman team. Lucius was everywhere for the Guardians on both sides of the ball against Clackamas, recording several tackles for loss and quarterback pressures on defense while also scoring a touchdown at fullback (and playing some offensive line). Lucius is a natural leader for this year's promising group of 9th graders and we expect big things from him in the future.
Soccer - Men, Lucas Coles, Junior
Lucas Coles is the athlete of the week for IBWHS Men's Soccer. Lucas has not only had consistent play on defense but his maturity and growth as a leader is also apparent this season! Lucas Coles is always a positive person whether on the field or off and he is a key reason why this 2024 IBWHS Men's Soccer team is so much fun and has such a positive vibe!
Soccer - Women, Hayden Janssen, Junior
Hayden had 2 assists in our game on Thursday. She is very appreciated for her excellent work ethic and proactive leadership that she brings to our team.
Hall of Fame Event
We are hosting our first annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on October 11th at 5pm in the IBW Cafeteria.
This will be a catered event with special keynote speaker, Paul Linnman and John Dunn will be our MC. We will send out an official invitation to RSVP for the event this week. We are trying to connect our past classes with our current classes and build community!
We have three classes to induct and they are as follows
Class of 2020
· Stuart Fewel, 2009
· Mike Gits, 1996
· Michael Holm, 1980
· Samuel Porter, 1992
· Jeff Rudolph, 1977
· Jim Smith, 1961
Class of 2022
· Ann Habbernigg, 1979
· Tyron Manlove, 1986
· Tom McKillop, 1984
· Pam Mollet, 1977
Class of 2023
· Austin Andrews, 2013
· Joe Bozikovich, 2004
· Lisa Gunderson, 2000
· David Jackson, 1996
· Cory Nakata, 1995
· Julie Scherr, 1985
Athletic Leadership Council
We will hold our first meeting this Friday at lunch in Mr. Olsen’s Room. An email reminder will come out this week for our returning members and new ones!
Go Fan - Digital Ticketing now Available for Volleyball and Football Games
This season, we will be offering digital ticketing through GoFan. You can pre-purchase tickets for all PIL-hosted events online through GoFan Tickets or by presenting a card or mobile payment option at the ticket gate. All major credit cards, including Apple Pay and Google Pay, are accepted. IBW Students with ASB stickers will have free entry into the contests.
Fall PIL Single Game Ticket Prices:
Football: adults $7, students $5, senior citizens $5
Volleyball: adults $7, students $5, senior citizens $5
Soccer: no charge
- XC: no charge
Athletics Passes: This year, spectators can purchase athletics passes. These passes are accepted at all league events. These passes do not get you into preseason games outside the PIL. You can purchase the Athletic Pass online through GoFan Tickets
Fall PIL Pass: $65
NFHS Network
As a reminder, all the games that are in our stadium and gym will be streamed on the NFHS Network. Please visit www.nfhsnetwork.com for more information.
Freshmen Leadership Course
We will hold our Freshmen Leadership Course again this year. We will hold it on Saturday morning. Date and time coming soon. This is an expectation for all freshmen student-athletes to attend.
IBW Booster Club
Thank you to the Booster Club for all the support of our teams and clubs. They are now recruiting volunteers to help with fall sports concessions. The revenue from concessions benefits ALL students of IBW High School. https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/204796288082/false#/invitation
Required PIL Pay-to-Play Fee
Now that we are fully underway with Fall sports, please pay this fee ASAP if you have not done so.
The item for the required PIL Fall Pay-to-Play Fee is available in SchoolPay. You will find it in a multi-item link called Athletics. If you need financial assistance, please contact our bookkeeper, Ana Curtis, for the link to pay the reduced fee. acurtis@pps.net.
2024-2025 Athletic Department Sponsors
Thank you to all of our sponsors - both to those who are continuing on this year and to some brand new sponsors! It's not too late if you are Interested in being a sponsor this year? See the different options below and contact Athletic Director, Mike Nolan, at mailto:mnolan@pps.net
Guardian Sponsorship Packages
Weekly Tid-Bits
I. Courage to Turn Page
One of the most difficult experiences in life is that unless you break the cycle, unless you remove yourself from a situation or environment where you have been hurt, you will most likely continue to be hurt.
· Turning the page is extremely difficult.
· Because it implies understanding and accepting that letting go of someone means that, while they may have been a part of your history, they do not have to be a part of your destiny.
II. Legacy ― Going for It
Dreams are fun when they are distant. The imagination loves to play with possibilities when there is no risk of failure.
· But when you find yourself on the verge of action, you pause.
· You can feel the uncertainty of what lies ahead. Thoughts swirl. Maybe this isn't the right time? Failure is possible now.
In that moment—in that short pause that arises when you stand face to face with your dream—is the entirety of life.
· What you do in that pause is the crucible that forges you.
· It is the dividing line between being the type of person who thinks about it or the type of person who goes for it.
When I really think about it, I want that moment to be my legacy. Not that I won or lost. Not that I looked good or looked like a fool. But that when I had something I really wanted to do, I went for it.
III. The Journey to You
If you don't know what to pursue in life right now ― pursue yourself.
Pursue becoming...
· the healthiest,
· the happiest,
· the most healed,
· the most present,
· the most confident version of yourself.
Then, the right path will reveal itself.
IV. Question
What is something you would be proud to fail on, if you had the courage to attempt it?
V. This Week, I Will
1. Be proud of my growth.
2. Take mental health breaks.
3. Remember, asking for help is a sign of strength.
4. Surround myself with people who push me to grow.
5. Remember, I don't have to have it all figured out to move forward.
"I’m choosing to focus on nurturing relationships where effort is reciprocated. I am staying close to people who make me feel valued and appreciated. When I peel back the layers, I can see that the core of these connections enriches my life. My relationships remind me of the importance of being present for myself and others. In this season of my life, matching effort is a shared commitment to maintaining healthy and fulfilling connections. It's about recognizing the worth in each other and ensuring that worth is honored through our actions. As I continue to grow and change, I hold this truth close: I am worthy of strong bonds that are deeply nourishing. We all are."
― Alex Elle, Effort & Energy
Stay in touch with Athletics!
Website:www.ibwathletics.com
Phone: 503-916-5280, ext 75318
Athletic Director, Mike Nolan,mnolan@pps.net
Athletic Assistant, Leanne Van Horn,lvanhorn@pps.net
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Facebook: Ida B Wells HS Athletics
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