VI: Classic
The Bayou Academy Lady Colts were in the "spotlight" yesterday after winning their sixth consecutive state title.
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It only seemed fitting that the Bayou Academy Lady Colts would win their sixth consecutive State Softball Championship Title in Flowood Monday playing on field number 6.
The Lady Colts defeated Union Christian in game one 15-1 and won game two 14-0 versus Franklin Academy, earning another opportunity to hoist the trophy for the sixth year in a row.
Head coach Lauren LaSuzzo just kept repeating when parents, fans and reporters asked her how she felt about the sixth win, "I am just so proud of my girls, I am just so proud of my girls!"
After the trophy presentation, Taylor Hackney, Lauren Bailey, Ashley Vickers, Carley Peden and Shelby Newsom were named to the All Tournament Team.
Tradition has it that the Lady Colt seniors name each state championship title:
2006 — I was named Awesome.
2007 — II was named Back-to-Back.
2008 — III was named Three-Peat.
2009 — IV was named Dynasty.
2010 — V was named Legend.
Seniors Bailey and Hackney came up with a very fitting name for VI: CLASSIC.
For a more detailed story on the Lady Colts win in Flowood on Monday Monday, pick up a copy of The Cleveland Current this Sunday.
Delta State Baseball to Host Biannual Reunion October 7-8 at Ferriss Field
Delta State University baseball alumni will converge on Dave "Boo" Ferriss Field Friday and Saturday, Oct. 7-8 for the Biannual Statesmen Baseball Reunion. The two-day event will feature food, fun, and activities for all former players, coaches, and managers.
"We really enjoy putting on this event every two years, and it gives us a real opportunity to stay in contact with all our former players, coaches, and staff that have helped make this program what it is today," stated coach Kinnison. “We hope we can have all our professional players back on campus again this year and the event should be another great opportunity for our program to fellowship and come back to campus."
The reunion starts Friday at 12:45 p.m. with a golf tournament at the Derrall Foreman Golf Course. It continues at 6:30 p.m. with the game one of the Green & White Fall Series.
Saturday's festivities begin at 11:30 a.m. with a luncheon followed by alumni introductions and recognitions at 1:30 p.m. inside Ferriss Field. The annual Alumni Game is set for 2 p.m. The weekend will culminate at 4:30 p.m. with a family barbeque adjacent to Ferriss Field.
For more information or to inquire about the reunion, please contact the Statesmen Baseball Office at (662) 846-4291 or 846-4300.
2011 Chamber Banquet
Outgoing Chamber President Diane Makamson presents Mark Hargett with the S.E. Kossman Award |
Last night, the Cleveland-Bolivar County Chamber of Commerce held the annual Chamber banquet. This year's Keynote Address was given by Mary Margaret Roark, Miss Mississippi 2011. Roark, Cleveland's first Miss Mississippi, spoke about her positive experience growing up in Cleveland.
Chamber Awards were also given to three outstanding women in the community. Nan Sanders, Lisa Miller and Candy Davis were recognized for the work they do in Cleveland.
Scott Coopwood received the President's Award for his volunteerism in Cleveland and Bolivar County.
The S.E. Kossman Award, the most prestigious honor of the night, was given to Mark Hargett. Billy Nowell, last year's recipient was also recognized.
Current Chamber President Diane Makamson officially passed her gavel along to President-Elect Libbi Logan. The Chamber is looking forward to another great year in Cleveland.
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