In response to COVID-19, the MHSAA made some changes to the requirements for 2020-21 athletic seasons, most notably, waiving the pre-participation physical exam for students who have previously had one done. Any student with a valid physical exam dated on or after April 15, 2019, will only need to fill out the health questionnaire that
It is important for our student-athletes to pay attention to their health and well-being. The loss of spring sports has only magnified the fact that you only get so many opportunities to participate in interscholastic athletics, therefore, sitting out because of an injury that may have been prevented is worth the precautions needed to avoid
Week two is in the books and we had a total of 30 student-athletes log-in to PLT4M (list is below). This is an increase of nine from last week. We are happy we are making progress, but we all know we can do better! There were more student-athletes this week who visited PLT4M multiple times,
The Kent City 78ers football team finish their 2019 season in dominate fashion with a 56-0 shutout of the Holton Red Devils. The Eagles hosted the Red Devils Wednesday for the last contest of the 78er’s season. Fans and players alike where ecstatic to have perfect weather and beautiful fall night for football. After having
Although we had to make some adjustments, Homecoming 2019 turned out to be great week for Kent City High School. A testament to our students, the amount of enthusiasm and creativeness throughout the week was admirable. Students did a great job with the dress up days, competed in the spirit games, and turned out in
What’s that old saying, when life gives you lemons . . . make lemonade? Well in the world of Kent City Athletics, and in Michigan in general we have an abundance of lemons. In case you have not heard, there has been an outbreak of the Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) that began in the counties
The Kent City 78ers football team claimed their third victory Wednesday evening over conference foe, the Morley Stanwood Mohawks. The Eagles traveled to Mohawk stadium determined to capitalize on a great week of practice and perfect football weather. A week after learning some tough lessons in their first loss of the season, the 78ers kept
Growing up in a small town certainly has its advantages. Friday night’s football game was a prime example of the tight-knit community we are living, working, and growing up in. Prior to kickoff the varsity football team sponsored the 5th annual Military Appreciation Night. Both teams greeted the military men and women before our pre-game
The Kent City 78ers football team came up short on Wednesday night on their rally back from a three touchdown deficit in the third quarter to conference rival Lakeview. In a contest that featured two very tough middle school football teams, discipline and effort after every snap of the ball would be key. The Eagles
Last Wednesday was one of those days that we would just assume forget at Morley Stanwood. Not only did our varsity volleyball team run into a tough Morley Stanwood squad, but they also spent some of the evening in their locker room under a tornado warning. It is events like these that really put the
