Season's End

Thank you to all parents, athletes, and fans that were present for the 2005 Cross-Country Banquet on Wednesday, November 16, 2005. The evening was a great success. What a wonderful way to end a historic season for EHS Cross-Country. Special thanks yous go out to EHS Administration, EHS Cafeteria/Banquet Workers, EHS Custodial Staff, Sally Atwood, Lisa Quick, Cindy Vance, and Jennifer Freese for all of their hard work in making the evening possible. It was a wonderful event! Obviously the night was full of emotion, laughs, tears, smiles, and reflection. Thank you for the memories and the great year. Here is a recap of special awards:

Andy Thomas Award: This is a new award created to thank our true fans of cross-country. This new award includes the following inscription:

Presented to the individual, group, or organization that embodied the spirit of Cross-Country and whose dedication, support, passion, and hard work throughout the season, epitimizes the loyal and true fan of EHS Cross-Country.

The inaugural Andy Thomas Award was presented to Andy Thomas for all of his support to helping out at meets to providing keepsakes for the team. Thank you Andy for all you do and congratulations!

Outstanding Freshman: Kristen Hodge and Devon Dudding

Outstanding Sophomore: Lia Saunders and Liz Speicher, Jake Nelson and Jordan Steffaniak

Outstanding Junior: Leigha Bateman, Lauren Heidbrink and Eric Johannigmeier

Outstanding Senior: Bryan Ryan

Most Improved: Taylor Freese, Kayla Houseman and Chris Nava

Harmon Spirit Award: Jamie Kantner and Michael Hines

Semith/Pifer MVP Awards: Courtney Smith, Jamie Kantner, and Dustin Davis

Also, a special thank you goes out to all of our seniors. Thank you for making our duties as coaches so enjoyable. We wish you the best and continued success. Our seniors include:

Kyle Albrecht
Dustin Davis
Luke Firsching
Joe Harvath
Michael Hines
Bryan Ryan
Willie Sweatt

Thank you to all athletes and parents for your dedication to our program. Combined with the performances of both the ladies and guys, 2005 is officially the best Cross-Country Season in EHS history. Thank you letting us be a part of it!

Congratulations!

Coach C. and Coach P.