Ben Davis Giants Our Leaders Our Captains Girls Basketball Boys Basketball Girls Swimming/Diving Boys Swimming/Diving Wrestling Winter 2020-2021 1 Pepsi a proud supporter of Ben Davis 2 Athletics Ben Davis Fans Wayne Township and Guests Board of Education On behalf of the Board of Education, welcome to Wayne Township, the M.S.D. of Wayne Township and Ben Da- vis High School. The west side resi- dents in Wayne Township strongly sup- port our children and our schools. While visiting, you will witness our Giant pride as we paint the town purple. Our motto, Michael Nance Ben Wakefield Raimeka Graham “We Are Wayne”, demonstrates the col- President Vice President laborative efforts of our students, par- Secretary ents, staff and community to provide multiple pathways for success in this great community and our great schools. I have always believed in the benefit of athletics to teach valuable life lessons as an extension of the lessons learned in the classroom and at home. Our state Brandon Bowman Karen Burke Shirley Deckard Susan Graves and nationally recognized athletic pro- Board Member Board Member Board Member Board Member grams for both boys and girls at Ben Davis High School provide for fall, spring and winter participation in nearly 20 Wayne Township Administrators sports. Our staff promotes being a suc- cessful student first while demonstrating sportsmanship, dignity, and honor in both victory and defeat. I am very proud of our athletic staff and the support pro- vided them by our Athletic Booster Club. The dedication of our community has provided our students with world–class facilities and top-notch opportunities. I look forward to another season of Ben Davis Sports and am excited to have you join us. I would like to encourage everyone to practice good sportsman- ship by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, and officials. We strive for the best and hope you will have an enjoyable time at each and eve- ry one of our sporting events. Front row (left to right): John Taylor, Asst. Superinten- We Are Wayne! dent for Secondary Schools; Jeff Butts, Superintendent; Cheri O’Day–Marcotte, Assist. Superintendent for Elemen- Jeffrey K. Butts, Ph.D. tary Education; Superintendent of Schools Back row (left to right): Mary Lang, Chief Communica- tions Officer; Barry Gardner, Chief Financial Officer; Shenia Suggs, Asst. Superintendent for Human Resources; Pete Just, Chief Operations and Chief Technology Officer; Judy Stegemann, Asst. Superintendent for Academics 3 Welcome to Giant Country Table of Contents Dear Giant Fans, A Welcome from Ben Davis…… 1 Thank you for your support of Ben Davis Athletics. We know that through these events our young men and women learn vital skills: Athletic Patrons…………………. 9 teamwork, discipline, integrity, and sportsmanship. Though we all love to win, we know that there are life lessons to be learned in both Athletic Staff……………………..12 winning and losing. Athletic Trainers…………………40 We expect our athletes and coaches to conduct themselves with class and humility at all times. We ask that our fans please do the Ben Davis Administrators….…....7 same. We pride ourselves on the Ben Davis Way— a tradition of excellence and great sportsmanship. We are proud of our coaches, Basketball—Boys………………..28 athletes and community. We want to reflect the tradition of Basketball —Girls……………….18 excellence through our actions and character at all times. These events are successful because of the many dedicated people Bowling — Boys………………...55 who work hard to create a positive experience. I want to thank our Bowling — Girls…………………54 Athletic Department, our Dad’s Club, our Booster Club, and the numerous staff and volunteers for their contributions. I also want to Cheerleaders……………….…...44 thank our parents and the Wayne Township Community for their continued loyalty and support. Enjoy the event. Outstanding Athletes……..……..5 Senior Athletes……………….… 13 There is a reason they call us Giants!! State Championship Teams..…. 6 Swimming………………………...50 Ms. Sandi Squire Wayne Township Admin…….…. 3 Principal, BDHS Wayne Township School Board. 3 317-988-7000 Wrestling……………….………….46 “We are proud of our coaches, athletes, and community. We want to reflect the tradition of excellence through our actions and character at all times.”d a tradition of athletic excellence.” 4 2020 Outstanding Athletes Senior Scholar Athletes of the Year Tristyn Berube Zach Brickler Senior Outstanding Athletes of the Year Khera Goss Trenton Gipson 2020 ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB – 49th ANNUAL ALL SPORTS CEREMONY MAJOR AWARD WINNERS Amber Judy McKenzie Murff Andrew Zulu Jaden Brown US Army Scholar Athlete US Marines Distinguished Athl. Award Kathryn Klemann Mahalet Gebremeskel Dona Fagnon Tyler Speitel National Guard Athletic Excellence US Marines Scholastic Excellence Award Karla Torres Sydney Brown Brodyn Ruiz Jose Guzman Big Ben Scholar Athletes Big Ben Athlete Award Cherrelle Newsom Malik Temple Gold Star Athletic Award 5 Athletic Accomplishments MARION COUNTY 2019 - 2020 ATHLETES OF THE YEAR HONORED ATHLETES & GIRLS 1978 Elizabeth Ashburn Athletic TEAMS 1980 Kelly Kessler 1982 Theresa Bayt Accomplishments State Championship Teams 1983 Kim Britt SECTIONAL 1961 Boys Cross Country 1988 Shannon Jensen 1992 Bonnie Lovins CHAMPIONSHIP 1978 Girls Swimming 1993 Terri Davis 1979 Girls Swimming, Girls Volleyball 2000 Sara Strahm 1980 Girls Swimming 2001 Shyra Ely Boys Football 1981 Boys Baseball 2002 Megan Jones Girls Basketball 1987 Football 2004 Janese Banks 1988 Football 2010 Dee Dee Williams REGIONAL 1989 Boys Cross Country 2011 Bria Goss 1990 Boys Cross Country, Football 2013 Alethia Marrero CHAMPIONS 1991 Football (National Champs) 1992 Boys Golf BOYS Boys Football 1995 Boys Basketball, Boys Cross Country 1951 Gaton Allen 1996 Boys Basketball 1956 Fred Stegmoller 1999 Football 1992 Chris Ings 2000 Girls Basketball 1996 Jeff Poisel 2002 James Banks 2001 Girls Basketball, Football 2016 Chris Evans 2002 Football 2008 Boys Track 2009 Girls Basketball (Natl Champ),Boys 2010 Boys Track, Girls Basketball 2014 Football 2017 Boys Basketball, Boys Football 6 Ben Davis High School Administrators Sandi Squire Principal Matt Clodfelter Mike Lile Kevin Britt Jessica Earnest Tim Pratt Associate Principal Asst. Principal Asst. Principal Asst. Principal Asst. Principal Kris Walker-Guess Dante Brown Kyle Pfister Kevin Stanton Matt Welches Transition Coord. Special Ed. Case Conf Cord. Dean of Dean of Students Students 7 Advanced Manufacturing Fire & Rescue Automotive Service Graphic Imaging Aviation Flight Technology Health Science Ed - Nursing Aviation Maintenance Heating & Air Conditioning BioMedical Sciences Horticulture & Landscape Mgmt Collision Repair Logistics and Supply Chain Mgmt Construction Trades Medical Assisting Cosmetology Networking & Cyber Security Criminal Justice Pharmacy Technician Culinary Arts Precision Machining Dental Assisting Radio Broadcasting Early Childhood Ed Tractor Trailer Driver Emergency Medical Services TV Broadcasting Engineering Welding 317-988-7230 • www.Area31careercenter.com McPike INSURANCE Services 7120 W. 10th Street independent Insurance Agency - Since 1983 AUTO HOME BUSINESS LIFE . 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Purple & White Leedy’s Trophy Center Trish Logan Patrons Pepsi Ron, Korbyn, Braden & Heather Greg & Melissa Edwards McGowan Mary Lang David & Susan Shull Steve & Sherry Sullivan Jack “Doc” Voris 9 The Grand Hall The Grand Hall tucked away on the Westside of Indianapolis is an event center with indoor- outdoor event space. The banquet facility offers The Meadows as well as lakeside views which provides you with beautiful and unique options for any type of event. The Grand Hall offers an exquisite ballroom setting that is unsur- passed on the westside. Book your wedding reception, corporate function, banquet needs, Quinceanera, graduation celebration, church function, outdoor music event, food truck festival or kitchen product testing today! Seating Capacity 550 with ample free parking Fully equipped kitchen & outside caterers welcome Canopied picnic space State of Art Audio visual Easy interstate access For information please call 317-863-3300 Or e-mail us at [email protected] Ben Davis Athletic Booster Club The Ben Davis High School Athletic Booster Club is a non-profit organization of alumni friends, and parents. We are dedicated to the support of over 1,000 student athletes, cheerleaders, managers and trainers in 22 sports. Proceeds from all Booster Club functions provide: Athletic Awards $ 5,000.00 All Sports Banquet $ 5,000.00 Training Supplies $ 10,000.00 Your Booster Club needs YOUR support both now and in the future. We have a great organization that has the potential of being even greater when YOU get involved. If you are interested in