Old Quarry Extracurricular Activities Off to Strong Start

After several years under the organization of the Warrior Booster Club, District 113A and Old Quarry Middle School have once again taken over the registration and full organization of extracurricular clubs and sports. And things are already taking off for the 2015 school year. Registration is under way and two sports have already begun tryouts or practices.

Girls Volleyball began this week with tryouts while boys and girls cross country practice kicked into full gear. Volleyball coaches Daralyn

Duffy and Brian Holdman could not hide their enthusiasm as they discussed this year’s perspective athletes. “We had 32 girls tryout for JV volleyball this year and there is a lot of talent,” stated Coach Duffy. “Deciding on the final roster is going to be very difficult.” Coach Holdman echoed Duffy’s comments, “We had 31 girls tryout for the varsity team and had to add a third day to

evaluate the team. It is going to be tough making decisions so we wanted to give everyone a close look.” Both coaches are excited about

the Warriors prospects for a successful season which will begin with the first serve on September 11, 2014 at Gower Middle School.

Cross country is experiencing similar excitement. “We have a great family of runners this year,” states Coach Diane Akins. She is seeing returning athletes mixing with new runners as the team begins to get in shape for the new season. Students continue to sign up for cross country with the numbers doubling in just the last week. “We have about 40 runners right now and registration will end next week,” added Coach Akins.

Registration for all extracurricular activities and clubs is open for students to sign up now at www.sd113a.org. Families just have to follow the extracurricular link on the districts web page to be able to sign up for the club or sport they are interested in. For more information regarding extracurricular activities, families can contact Mrs. Shirley Kleehammer, Assistant Principal/Athletic Director by e-mail at skleehammer@sd113a.org or by phone at 630- 257-2286 ext. 4103. Registration is open throughout September.