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Athletics and Extracurricular Activities Descriptions 2016

Mr. Mark Trout Director of Athletics & Extracurricular Activities [email protected] 513-576-2208 Office milfordathletics.org or milfordactivities.org FB: Milford Athletics - Home of the Eagles Twitter: @Milford_Eagles Rev. 1/16

School Sponsored Athletic & Extracurricular Activities

ACADEMIC TEAM Advisor: Mr. Harry Smith Email: [email protected] The Academic Quiz Team is a Varsity level activity that competes in the ECC. It could be equated to “Jeopardy," but with a team component, covering topics from physical science to world literature, American history to calculus. The Academic Quiz Team competes in weekly matches against other ECC schools and local tournaments. Winning a tournament can earn the team the right to compete in regional and state competitions. The Academic Quiz Team plays one exhibition match against the teachers at the end of the season. The Academic Quiz Team offers both Varsity and JV teams each season. Competitions occur during the Winter sports season from November through February. Open tryouts are held in October.

ART CLUB Advisor: Mr. Damon Tucker Email: [email protected] The Art Club is a group of students interested in pursuing art areas not covered in the high school curriculum. We will focus on socially conscience contemporary art and the possibilities that govern our interaction with the public as artists. At times, we will support other clubs, activities, and classes that help promote the importance of the arts and visual aesthetics. The group meets once a week for one hour throughout the school year beginning in late September. BASEBALL Coach: Mr. Tom Kilgore Email: [email protected] The baseball program competes in the Eastern Cincinnati Conference (ECC). The spring schedule consists of four pre-season games and 27 regular season games. At the conclusion of the regular season, the Varsity team will participate in the OHSAA state tournament and the Junior Varsity/Freshman teams will participate in their respective conference tournaments. The Baseball program will conduct off-season workouts (November - February) for any candidate not involved in a winter sport. Tryouts will be held in late February/early March. Each participant will be required to provide their own bat, glove, and helmet. BASKETBALL, BOYS Coach: Mr. Joe Cambron Email: [email protected] Basketball is a winter sport played from November through February. Players compete in the Eastern Cincinnati Conference. The high school program includes a Freshman, JV, and Varsity team. The program offers players an opportunity to play in summer leagues, attend individual team camps, and fall conditioning.

BASKETBALL, GIRLS Coach: Mrs. Kristi McKenney Email: [email protected] The basketball program at MHS is looking for female athletes that will contribute academic excellence, positive class behavior, dedication in the off-season, basketball talent - physically and mentally. The season runs from November through February and requires 2 hours, 6 days per week of practice and games. Off-season participation is recommended if participant does not play a fall or spring sport. Weight lifting and conditioning are involved during open gyms.

BOWLING, BOYS & GIRLS Coach: Mr. Frank Ritzmann Email: [email protected] Come and enjoy the newest high school sanctioned sport in Ohio. Bowling is a winter sport, which starts with tryouts in November and ends mid-February. The team competes in the Eastern Cincinnati Conference on both Varsity and JV level. There are district, sectional, and state tournaments. Bowling is an individual (compete in 2 individual games) and a team sport (compete in 4 games as a team.) Bowling is a lifelong sport. There are colleges that offer scholarships for bowling.

CHEERLEADING Coach: Mrs. Christy Gregory Email: [email protected] Cheerleaders are selected for football and basketball to lead in cheering teams to victory. Cheerleaders promote school spirit and sportsmanship as well as provide support and encouragement for all school related activities. They enter several competitions, conduct youth camps, participate in community service, and provide hospitality to visiting schools. A Varsity, Jr. Varsity, and freshman squad are provided in each sport. All squads are selected in March or April for the following year. Cheerleading is a year round activity, averaging 12 to 15 hours per week. Additional costs include shoes, tights, socks, and fees for competitions, cheerleading camp, and games.

CHESS CLUB Advisor: Mr. Garry Parks Email: [email protected] Chess Club allows students to learn the game and play against others in a relaxed environment. All ability levels are welcome. The Chess Club competes against other schools in the Greater Cincinnati Scholastic Chess League (gcscl.info). The Chess season begins in October and ends the beginning of March. Between matches and practices students should be willing to commit 2 or 3 nights per week. There are approximately 8 matches against our division and a tournament in late February/early March. Academic eligibility is required for participation.

CHORUS Advisor: Mrs. Tracy Carpenter Email: [email protected] Milford High School has four choirs. Membership is by audition for Concert Show Choir, Triple Trio and Boys’ Choir. There is no audition required for Women’s Choir and Freshman Chorus. Each choir performs in fall, winter, and spring concerts. The Concert and Show Choirs compete and perform locally for various organizations each year. Additional after school performances are required. This is a year- long commitment.

CROSS COUNTRY, BOYS & GIRLS Boys Coach: Mr. David Ackerman Email: [email protected] Girls Coach: Tracy Neal Email: [email protected] Cross Country involves lifting weights and running 4 to 7 miles per day during practice. Races are 3.1 miles over grassy courses. The self-discipline required for Cross Country extends into the classroom. Athletes typically perform well in school due to the dedication required to train properly. All students, regardless of ability, are invited. The season begins with summer running in June. Races begin in August. The season ends in late October. Most meets are scheduled on Saturday. Practices are held after school each day until 4:30 p.m. Cross Country is an excellent sport for winter and spring sports athletes who want to improve their strength and endurance before their season. DANCE TEAM Coach: Mrs. Holly Phelps Email: [email protected] The Milford Varsity Dance Team performs at all home Boys' Varsity Basketball games, several other Milford athletic events throughout the year, and competes at the regional and national level. The team hosts a youth dance clinic every year and participates in other various community service activities. The Dance Team works hard to maintain a team mindset, and positive attitude. Hard work and commitment to excellence have helped the dancers reach new heights and win championships. Tryouts are held in the spring in April or May. All try-out information and forms will be posted on the athletics website.

DIVING, BOYS & GIRLS Coach: Ms. Emma Frye Email: [email protected] Diving is a winter sport that requires a great deal of concentration and courage. Due to the athletic agility required to perform dives, prior experience in gymnastics or tumbling is helpful, but not required. Tryouts are held in November for both boys and girls. The season lasts through February when the Eastern Cincinnati Conference tournaments are held. Time commitment is Monday through Friday for practice and meets. Some meets are scheduled on weekends.

DRAMA Advisor: Mrs. Sherry McCamley Email: [email protected] Advisor: Ms. Sarah Young Email: [email protected] Drama Club is an active group of students in all high school grade levels. In addition to acting, opportunities are also available for those not wishing to appear on stage. Students are needed to work lights and sound, design and create props, build sets and work in production. There is a place for everyone. There is at least one play and one musical per school year. Tryouts are announced and posted at school. Each play normally takes approximately six to twelve weeks to produce. The time commitment for each production varies depending on an individual’s role. Rehearsal attendance is imperative. It is a great place to meet other people and have fun. Students are responsible for costume expenses. Meetings are held the first and third Mondays every month at 5:00 pm in the auditorium.

FOOTBALL Coach: Mr. Shane Elkin Email: [email protected] Football is a fall sport starting in August and running through October. Players compete in the ECC. The high school program includes Freshman, Junior Varsity, and Varsity teams. The program offers players an opportunity to participate in summer 7-on-7 passing competitions, attend team camps, and off- season weight training.

FRENCH CLUB Advisor: Ms. Samantha Pittenger Email: [email protected] French Club meets one to two times per month. Activities are student-selected and usually include a Yule Log contest, cultural presentations by students on a topic of their own choosing, making posters to promote French Week and listening to French music videos and YouTube clips.

GERMAN CLUB Advisor: Mrs. Jennifer Goff Email: [email protected] German Club meets one to two times per month. Activities are student-selected and usually include cultural presentations by students on a topic of their own choosing.

GOLF, BOYS & GIRLS Boys Coach: Mr. Phil Sheldon Email: [email protected] Girls Coach: Mr. Matt Thompson Email: [email protected] Golf team members are inspired by their desire to be in the Top Ten in Cincinnati. There is also satisfaction in competing with other schools in the Greater Cincinnati area. Qualifying rounds to determine team members begin in early August. Following tryouts, teams will participate in various City- wide Invitationals. League matches in the ECC, along with pre and post season tournaments, determine league champions. Golf is a sport for life and teaches many life- long lessons. The opportunity for fun and friendships abide in the golf community with a wonderful group of dedicated coaches and players who want to help others achieve their goals. Athletes should prepare for the season long before tryouts. Practices and/or matches begin in August and finish the first week of October. This sport makes for lots of incredible times.... tough times, learning, celebrations and achieving successes.

JAZZ BAND Advisor: Mr. Brian Brown Email: [email protected] Jazz Band is for students involved with Concert and Marching Band. Teacher recommendations and/or auditions are prerequisites. They perform after school at band concerts as well as local collegiate concerts October through May.

KEY CLUB Advisor: Mrs. Stephanie Porter Email: [email protected] Advisor: Mr. Geoff Wahl Email: [email protected] Key Club is a student-led volunteer group that works with our local Kiwanis. Key stands for Kiwanis Encouraging Youth. The group meets every two weeks to share ideas and plan for volunteering and service. The goal of the club is to provide service for the school and community.

MARCHING BAND/COLOR GUARD Advisor: Mr. Brian Brown Email: [email protected] Participation in a band group gives students an opportunity to musically and/or visually express themselves, share an activity with students who have the same interest, experience social camaraderie and achieve excellence. The Marching Band is comprised of student’s grade 9-12 and performs at football games, contests, parades, and other events. Band Camp is held for two weeks in August prior to the start of school. The Marching Band rehearses three days a week after school, August through November. The Pep Band plays at selected boys and girls’ Varsity basketball games. They meet after school for rehearsal. Registration for Pep Band is in mid-November following the marching season through February. Pep Band is not a class and no credit is issued.

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Advisor: Mr. Taylor Smith Email: [email protected] The Milford High School chapter of the National Honor Society was organized to focus on the ideals of scholarship, service, character, and leadership. Currently all NHS members are required to maintain a 3.5 GPA and complete 20 hours of service each semester. Tapping of potential members will take place annually in the fall for juniors and seniors. Tapping means the required GPA has been achieved and the NHS Faculty Council has approved each student for membership. Induction means that the GPA has been maintained, 20 hours of service to the school/community has been performed, dues are current, leadership has been proven and good character has been demonstrated. Upon induction into the local chapter, students become members of the NHS. The spirit of giving and helping is the best part of the NHS. Typically, Honor Society members collect canned goods for Milford Miami Ministries, tutor at MJHS, help with the Relay-for-Life and raise funds for the Freestore Foodbank. Opportunities for leadership are always available. This organization strives to support and serve our school and community.

PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB Advisor: Mrs. Janelle Schunk Email: [email protected] The Photography Club is a group of students interested in exploring the Photographic medium. The group meets twice a month: Once for a Planned Activity, once for an open photography Lab. Field Trips to local art shows, guest speakers, meeting for photography shoots off school grounds, community outreach, and large collaborative projects are all possible activities.

PINNETTES Advisor: Mrs. Nicole Roll Email: [email protected] Pinnettes keep the score at wrestling meets at home and away. Pinnettes meet twice a week after school. At meetings you will learn how to score matches, prepare for home tournaments and create locker art and posters. The season runs from November to March and involves Friday evenings, all day/evening Saturdays, and some weeknights. Close relationships develop over the four month season. Pinnettes are responsible for purchasing their uniforms. There is a fund raiser to help raise money.

PUBLICATIONS/NEWSPAPER – The Reflector Advisor: Mr. Joe Claus Email: [email protected] Advisor: Mrs. Jennifer Goff Email: [email protected] The Reflector is Milford High School’s newspaper. It’s an online publication that allows students to learn and utilize writing, journalism, communication, publishing and advertising skills. Students on the Reflector will learn how to write newspaper stories for an online format, take photos, and cover things going on at Milford High School as well as topics that are of interest to students. Students must be able to cover after school events and stay after school for meetings. Students can sign up all year long in Room C44. We meet in Room C44 every other Wednesday at 2:20 until 3:00 p.m.

SOCCER, BOYS & GIRLS Boys Coach: Mr. Brian Croston Email: [email protected] Girls Coach: Mr. Pat Winkler Email: [email protected] The soccer team strives to have fun while learning discipline, dedication, and teamwork. The goal is to improve skills and fitness level of all team members to become better soccer players and citizens. Tryouts are held early August. The soccer season runs from the first week of August through late October. The commitment is five to six days per week for up to three hours a day. Players are responsible for buying soccer shoes, shin guards, and a ball.

SOFTBALL (FAST PITCH) Coach: Mrs. Christy Gregory Email: [email protected] The varsity and reserve fast pitch girls softball program competes in the Eastern Cincinnati Conference. There are approximately 13 players on each squad. Tryouts are held in February. The season runs from March through mid May. A total of 27 games are played over a six- week period, playing an average of four games per week, in addition to practice. High school fast pitch softball is very exciting. It is fun to be a part of a team and takes commitment, dedication, and teamwork. Players are responsible for purchasing all equipment.

SPANISH CLUB Advisor: Mrs. Emily Williams Email: [email protected] Advisor: Mrs. Emily Halcomb Email: [email protected] The Spanish Club is a student run organization that takes what is learned in the Spanish classroom and applies it to real-world situations that are not necessarily covered or accessible in the normal Spanish curriculum. The club participates in many diverse activities in an effort to help broaden the Spanish student's understanding of both the language and culture. The club meets bi-monthly beginning in September. STUDENT COUNCIL Advisor: Mrs. Jeanette Holmer Email: [email protected] Advisor: Mrs. Debbie Hendrixson Email: [email protected] Student Council is a student government organization comprised of class officers and council officers elected by fellow students and class representatives who are selected by an application process. Student Council provides a forum for student concerns and a link with administrators, and the community. Time commitment is year round. Student Council coordinates many social activities such as Homecoming and many school and community service projects. Subcommittees include SADD, Staff Appreciation Committee, Welcoming Committee, Blood Drive Committee, and Spirit Committee. Leadership training is provided at local, state, and national levels.

SWIMMING, BOYS & GIRLS Coach: Mr. Kevin Metzger Email: [email protected] The main goals of the MHS swim team are to excel in the Eastern Cincinnati Conference as well as the state level. There is a spot for everyone and is a very demanding sport. The season begins the first week in November and lasts through February. Varsity members are involved six days a week, plus three mornings. JV practices five days a week. Swimmers must purchase a swimsuit, goggles, and cap.

TEEN COUNSELING Advisor: Mrs. Heather Yuellig Email: [email protected] Teen Counselors serve as role models and teachers in substance abuse prevention. They must be personally committed to these ideals, while teaching students to handle potentially dangerous situations. The application process begins in March for the next school year. No prior training is required. Approved applicants must attend a training camp in June or August. They must teach classes to which they are assigned to sixth grade. Participants enjoy helping younger students learn to have confidence in their ability to make good, healthy decisions. Teen counselors gain confidence in their own ability to speak in front of groups and to influence positive changes. They strengthen their integrity not only by saying the right things, but living honorably. This program requires a very high level of commitment.

TENNIS, BOYS & GIRLS Girls Coach: Ms. Claire Smalley Email: [email protected] Boys Coach: Mrs. Kelcey Bauer Email: [email protected] The members of the boys’ and girls’ tennis teams will enjoy the thrill of individual and team competition. To assist with experiencing personal success, players should possess some athletic ability and demonstrate a desire to learn and work hard. Players should know the rules of the game and how to keep score. Experience is preferred but first time players are encouraged and welcome. There are 16 dual matches and up to 3 tournaments at the varsity level. The tennis team conditions year-round, with most activities being done on their own. Individuals should play/take lessons and enter clinics to improve their skills. The boys’ season begins the second Monday of March. The team practices drills and conditioning 2 hours per day, 5 days per week for 10 weeks. Both Varsity and JV teams play 7 individuals in a competition of singles and doubles matches with 8-10 players on a team. The team has non-mandatory hits during the summer 3 days a week and has winter conditioning 2 days a week during the off season. The girls’ season begins in August and concludes in mid-October with the State Tennis Tournament. The team practices drills and conditioning for two hours per day, five days per week for ten weeks. Each player must have a racquet and proper tennis shoes. TRACK AND FIELD, BOYS & GIRLS Boys Coach: Mr. Shane Bartholomew Email: [email protected] Girls Coach: Ms. Tracy Neal Email: [email protected] The Track & Field program offers a variety of events to enhance one’s athletic ability. We strive for athletes to improve in their event(s), be competitive, and have fun. Practice is on a daily basis and consists of a combination of running, lifting, and specific event training. Competition occurs during both practice and meets. Pre-season conditioning is January to March; season is March to June.

VOLLEYBALL, BOYS Coach: Mr. Jim Siciliano Email: [email protected] The volleyball program has a Varsity and JV team. The schedule includes 20 matches with Cincinnati and Dayton area schools. Preseason open gym begins in January. The season begins in early March and concludes in mid-May. The schedule includes a post-season tournament with a goal of advancing to the state tournament. Players have the opportunity to improve individual skills by participating in off season camps and/or local leagues.

VOLLEYBALL, GIRLS Coach: Mrs. Melissa Downs Email: [email protected] Volleyball provides many opportunities for girls to develop leadership skills as well as become a member of a team to make friends and develop physical skill. Volleyball is a fall sport that competes in the Eastern Cincinnati Conference. The season runs from August to October. Training can start as early as the spring prior to the season. Players may even choose to play Junior Olympic Volleyball in the winter and spring to further their volleyball career and skill development. Tryouts are held in August.

WATER POLO, BOYS & GIRLS Coach: Mr. Kevin Metzger Email: [email protected] Water polo is a very exciting sport, similar to soccer except played in the water. Team members work on skills at practice and compete against other teams. They experience a sense of unity and camaraderie. Students learn to budget their time, which gives them pride in achieving their goals and instills self- confidence. Team members experience a sense of accomplishment. Water polo is a fall sport with tryouts in early August and games through October. Travel is involved with additional expenses. Players must purchase team suit and caps.

WINTER DRUM LINE Instructor: Mr. John Espy Email: [email protected] Winter drum line is a performance-oriented activity open to all HS students. Emphasis is placed on areas of technique and performance. Winter drum line helps to enhance musical and rhythmic skills. The group competes at local competitions as well as regional and world championships. Winter drum line is an excellent opportunity for musical fulfillment. The marching drum line consists of snare, tenor, bass, and cymbals. The front ensemble contains everything from keyboard percussion to electronic instruments. Previous experience is helpful, but not necessary. Extensive training is provided. Winter drum line begins in late November and ends mid-April.

WINTER GUARD Instructor: Mr. Drew Steinbrecher Email: [email protected] Winter Guard is a performance-oriented activity that is open to all students that were part of marching band/Color Guard. The Winter Guard competes at local and national levels. Prior dance and Color Guard experience is helpful. Members receive extensive training in dance and equipment use. Auditions are held in late November and rehearsals begin in December. The season runs through mid- April. Practices are generally held evenings and weekends. This is an extra-curricular activity and no academic credit is given.

WRESTLING Coach: Mr. Pete Babinec Email: [email protected] Individual competition is inspiring to team members and requires tremendous discipline. We have a Varsity, Junior Varsity and Freshman team schedule. We compete in tournaments in Cleveland, Dayton, and Cincinnati. The wrestling season begins in late October through the beginning of March, with commitments Monday through Friday. The high school hosts wrestling summer camps and clinics for anyone interested.

Most Athletic and Extracurricular Activities will have a fee. Fees vary from year to year and activity to activity. Please contact the advisor or the Athletics & Extracurricular Activities Deptartment for more information.

Partners for a Drug-Free Milford Miami Township Sponsored Activities

ANIME CLUB Contact: TBD Email: TBD Participants will discuss, draw, read, and review Japanese writings and animation.

BOARD GAMES AND CARD CLUB Contact: TBD Email: TBD Members can bring their favorite card games and board games to compete against fellow members.

BOOK CLUB Contact: TBD Email: haskins TBD Participants will pick a book to read from genres based on the group’s interest. Meetings are to discuss the book, and gain different perspectives. Reading just for fun!

CINEMA CLUB Contact: TBD Email: TBD The Cinema Club is open to any grade level and any student who would like more exposure to great American film classics of different eras and genres.

DRUG-FREE COALITION - YOUTH TASK FORCE Contact: TBD Email: TBD The Youth Task Force is the youth component of the community-based organization, the Partners for a Drug-Free Milford Miami Township. It is an active group of concerned students from Milford High School and the Junior High School united by a common goal to fight the problem of alcohol and other drugs in our community and show other young people that an alcohol and drug-free life is not only possible, but fulfilling. Some of the activities the group will be involved with include making drug-free videos, speaking engagements, youth summits, fundraising, field trips, and other drug-free projects and activities. We meet every other week after school in room N67 at Milford High School; begins in September.

DUB STEP DANCE CLUB Contact: TBD Email: TBD Dubstep is a genre of electronic dance music that generally features syncopated drum and percussion patterns with bass lines that contain prominent sub bass frequencies.

ECO-ANIMAL CLUB Contact: TBD Email: TBD Leaders for the environment come together to save the planet, and everything on it, through various programs and projects.

FASHION CLUB Contact: TBD Email: TBD Explore new ways to develop your style. The Fashion Club includes: workshops, blogging, guest speakers, field trips and photo shoots. In the spring the club hosts a fashion show at MHS.

FRISBEE DISC GOLF CLUB Contact: TBD Email: TBD Disc Golf takes place in the spring and fall (weather permitting) once a week at the Lemming House Community Park on Buckwheat Road.

GAY STRAIGHT ALLIANCE CLUB - GSA Contact: TBD Email: TBD Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA) club is a safe zone for LGBTQ students and straight allies that work to improve school climate for all students - regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity/expression.

GUITAR SNACK CLUB Contact: TBD Email: TBD This activity is an opportunity for participants that enjoy guitar to get together and play selected music related to the group’s interests. Participants must have their own guitar - some guitar knowledge is required.

K-POP CLUB Contact: TBD Email: TBD Explore, learn, listen and enjoy this popular South Korean music system and genre.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE CLUB (MAD) Contact: TBD Email: TBD Students take action to make a difference at Milford High School by planning activities and events to build positive school pride and create a better High School.

MEDITATION CLUB Contact: TBD Email: TBD Students learn how to relax their minds and meditate for about 15-30 minutes. The experience is discussed in order to improve meditation skills, and how to use those skills at school and at home.

PING PONG CLUB Contact: TBD Email: TBD This fun game of table tennis consists of competitive play with a season-ending tournament. Supplies are provided and individual or double matches are played.

POTTERY CLUB Contact: TBD Email: TBD Learn the art of decorative and functional pottery, using the potter’s wheel and ceramic sculpting, in a professional, spacious and well-lit studio.

SKI/SNOWBOARDING CLUB Contact: TBD Email: TBD Ski Club is an opportunity for high school students to ski or snowboard at Perfect North Ski Slopes once a week, typically in January, for four weeks. Participants meet after school on Thursdays to depart to Perfect North. Transportation to and from Perfect North is provided for a fee. Ski lift tickets, lessons, and or ski/snowboard equipment rental fees are paid directly to Perfect North and are offered at a group rate. All levels of experience are welcome – beginner to advanced. Sign up begins late October.

TECHNOLOGY CLUB Contact: TBD Email: TBD Think, Build, Design, Circuitry, Electronics, Programming, Guest Speakers.

ULTIMATE FRISBEE CLUB Contact: Mr. Pete Luttmann Email: [email protected] Ultimate Frisbee is a fast paced game that combines many skills from other sports such as basketball and soccer. Players are in constant motion and must react quickly to the disk (Frisbee), the movements of the opponents and the movements of their own teammates. It is a co-ed, non-contact sport. Games begin in March; sign ups in January.

YOGA CLUB Contact: TBD Email: TBD The YOGA Club is a healthy, fun-filled way for students to unwind after a long school day. Ideal for students looking for a non-competitive fitness activity that provides a stronger more flexible body, greater focus and concentration, and relaxation of body and mind.

These and other activities sponsored by the Partners for a Drug-Free Milford Miami Township are subject to change based on participation. Other activities will be added as opportunities are presented. If you have an idea for an activity that’s not currently offered, please contact the Activities Coordinator at [email protected].