The volleyball season has now come to an end. Though the teams
did not have winning records, the players enjoyed participating. Senior Ayla
Hughes said “Overall the season was good, but we struggled greatly. As the
season came to an end, we progressed.” Many important games were played, and
will always be remembered.
The second annual Dig Pink game took place on
October 2nd at Messmer High School. This is a fundraiser for Breast Cancer that was started here last year. The teams
played very hard, but could not come to victory. Many students and faculty were at the game supporting
Messmer in their pink shirts. Younger children enjoyed face painting and
the homemade sweet treats.
Junior Jasmine Jackson said “I got to paint faces
and tell younger kids about the school.” Cupcakes and cookies were decorated
with special breast cancer awareness symbols.
Volleyball Coach and Mathematics Teacher Ms. Vanessa Sowinski is very happy about
all the support that was shown, and hopes for this to continue through many more
Dig Pink games to come. She started the event in honor of he mother whom she lost to the disease. To show her appreciation for the fan turnout, an extra
set was played for the varsity game.
The last game of the season vs. St. Joan
Antida was Senior Night. All the seniors on the volleyball team were recognized
and given gifts. They were awarded for their hard work, leadership, and dedication to the
team.
Many parents and friends came out to support the seniors. Even though the
teams lost, they played really hard. About the season Coach Sowinski said, “We didn’t reach all of our goals we set, however we had a great attitude, team chemistry, and
work ethic.” Though the record doesn't show it, the season was rewarding for the players, who are looking forward to next year.
--Contributed by junior Ishmael Ali
