We know you’re excited about today’s alumni games against New Washington and we hope to see you there at 6:00, but we want to remind you that Tuesday, November 26th is a big night in the Charlestown Sports Arena!
Not only do we have a triple header on tap, but we’ll also be kicking off the 50 Years of Girls Basketball recognitions with those players in the 1,000 Point Club! Please come join us!
5:00 PM JV Boys
6:30 PM Varsity Girls
8:00 PM Varsity Boys
WPMQ will be providing a live broadcast of the varsity games on 99.3 FM and via stream.
Charlestown, IN – This year marks the 50th year of Girls Basketball recognized by the IHSAA. Charlestown High School is thrilled to recognize the 50th anniversary of its Girls Basketball program, a milestone that marks half a century of dedication, talent, and success. Recognized as the most successful athletic program in the school’s history, Charlestown Girls Basketball has fostered generations of athletes, exemplifying teamwork, resilience, and school pride.
Since its inception, the program has consistently raised the bar for athletic achievement at Charlestown High School. Boasting an impressive record of conference titles, regional championships, and state tournament success, the Girls Basketball program stands as a beacon of athletic excellence in our community. This legacy of success would not be possible without the commitment of countless players, coaches, and supporters over the years, each contributing to the program’s storied reputation.
“We are incredibly proud of what our Girls Basketball program has accomplished over the past 50 years,” said Charlestown High School Principal Bill Eihusen. “This anniversary is not only a celebration of their remarkable achievements on the court, but also of the dedication and sportsmanship that each player, coach, and fan has brought to our school. The legacy they have built is a testament to the strength of our community and the values we uphold.”
To commemorate this historic occasion, Charlestown High School will host a special celebration event on January 25, 2025, inviting alumni, current team members, and supporters to come together and honor the program’s rich history. The afternoon will feature a walk down memory lane with speeches, awards, and the unveiling of a commemorative display honoring the teams and players who have shaped the program. This event along with the events listed below will be a snap shot to the history of our Girls Basketball program
Athletic Director, Chad Gilbert expressed the significance of this milestone, stating, “It’s an honor to be part of a program with such a rich history. Each player, past and present, has contributed to this legacy, and we look forward to building upon this foundation for many years to come.”
Charlestown High School invites the community to join in celebrating this landmark achievement. Together, let’s honor 50 years of incredible athletes, unforgettable games, and the unwavering Pirate spirit that defines Charlestown Girls Basketball.
Schedule of Events:
11/26 1,000 Point Scorers Recognition (6:30 PM vs New Washington)
1/11 Holiday Tournament, Sectional and Regional Champions along with Special Recognition to Indiana Basketball Hall of Famer Kristen (Mattox) Cox (12:00 PM vs Brownstown)
1/18 MSC Champs, Coaches, State Finalist Team along with Special Recognition to Indiana Basketball Hall of Famer Abby Conklin ((1:00 vs Richmond)
1/25 50 Year Celebration Wrap-up: All former players, coaches, cheerleaders, band, and managers are welcome back (12:00 PM vs Salem)
Recently, Charlestown High School senior Aiden Stewart was joined by family, friends, and coaches as she became the first in the Pirates’ Class of 2025 to sign a celebratory letter of intent to attend school and play softball at Piedmont University next year.
Located in Demorest, Georgia and nestled on 300 beautifully wooded acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Piedmont’s main campus lies just minutes from the Chattahoochee River and about an hour each way to Athens and Atlanta. Students at Piedmont University are fortunate to live in one of the finest outdoor recreation areas in the U.S. and can enjoy hiking and camping in several nearby state and federal parks, get away from it all on the nearby Appalachian Trail and the Chattahoochee National Forest, or enjoy all a big city has to offer within an hour’s drive.
Piedmont University has 80 programs of study, including bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees, and the education specialist degree, with an undergraduate 10:1 student–faculty ratio, an average class size of ten students, and 99% of full-time students receiving financial aid with a 64% acceptance rate.
The Piedmont Lions compete at the NCAA Division III level in the Collegiate Conference of the South with member schools in Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, and Tennessee including Agnes Scott College (GA), Asbury University (KY), Belhaven University (MS), Covenant College (GA), Huntingdon College (AL), LaGrange College (GA), Maryville College (TN), and Wesleyan College (MS). Piedmont is home to twenty two varsity sports for men and women. Piedmont University has earned three consecutive NCAA DIII Commissioners Cups which are given to top athletic program in USA South.
The Piedmont Lions Softball program has boasted a 511-281 record in its 20 year NCAA era with ten divisional titles, six conference tournament titles, and nine NCAA Tournament appearances under the same head coach.
Stewart will major in biology/chemistry with a concentration in marine science at Piedmont University, Ironically, the science building is named Stewart Hall. When asked about her choice to attend school there and play softball, she replied “I chose Piedmont for the home away from home feeling. Coaches Martin, Greer, and Whiteside have offered me the opportunity to fulfill a lifelong dream of playing collegiate softball while also inviting me into a community of Christ where I can lead and build relationships with those around me. Additionally, I’ll be able to study biology in ways I didn’t know I could do. From the moment I stepped on campus to the non-traditional route of recruitment, and seeing so many signs of what feels like divine intervention, I knew Piedmont was the place for me and I can’t wait to begin my journey there and see where it leads me in this life!”
Charlestown softball coach Joe Witten shared his sentiments on Stewart saying, “Homerun-Goal-Touchdown-Score- Slam Dunk” : Piedmont tallies a winner! When I first met Aiden as a freshman, I was immediately drawn to her ability to ascertain what my message in class and to the team was very quickly. She has an instinctive ability to absorb information and then apply it much faster than nearly everyone her age. This is a real eye catcher for a coach and one that easily leads people without delay. She makes her day full of information, knowledge, and grit. Then she delivers on time as very few can these days. I am so fortunate and blessed to have had her briefly play a role through my life during these past few years. I can’t wait to see her name and her leadership forge these new waters as she continues to row the boat down south for her hometown, where it all began, as a Charlestown Pirate.”
WPMQ, The Pirate Network congratulates Aiden and wishes her a healthy and prosperous future as a Piedmont University Lion.
The volleyball sectional will be held at Silver Creek beginning Thursday, although the Lady Pirates drew a bye and will not play until Saturday morning. Below is important information you’ll want to know!
We are just a week away from the annual homecoming parade and Student Council would like to share information regarding next week’s events!
SPIRIT/SERVICE WEEK: September 9-13 Monday kicks off “In the Spirit of Service” and Spirit Week! Dress up days are listed on the attached poster. Additionally, Student Council will be collecting goods for the Center for Lay Ministries. The 6th Period Class who donates the most goods will win a pizza party! The following are items the Center needs:
PARADE: September 12th – 5:00 PM Thursday is the parade! This year’s theme is “Get in the Game!” The student parking lot must be cleared by 3:30 that day. After that time, parade participants ONLY may enter the student lot from ANY direction. All floats need to be in the parking lot in the assigned space facing Park St by 4:30 PM.
No non-participant traffic will be allowed through after 3:45!!! Passing traffic must not enter the student lot for any reason. You must go around and enter from Monroe St. between the tennis courts and softball field and park in the teacher parking lot and walk over if necessary. Parking is also available at the Family Activities Park that day. We have to keep the staging area free of additional traffic for the safety of our students.
The parade staging map as well as the parade route are attached. As a reminder, this year’s parade is facing a major change in that it will start AND END here at CHS with the pep rally in the football stadium area. We have outgrown the town square!
Mr. Baker and the Pirate Football Boosters will be at the pep rally with their annual tradition of ribeye sandwiches!
CEREMONY: The homecoming ceremony will take place at halftime of the football game on Friday, September 13th. Kickoff against North Harrison is set for 7:00 PM. Tickets are $6.
And our queen and king candidates are: Hannah Burns, Kali Casey, Brooke Jones, Blair Kaelin, Lola Umbreit, Trenton Doss, Hayden Fust, John Hulsey, Josiah Richardson, and Trevor Rothbauer
October 7th, 9th, and 12th
$7 at the gate or online. See ticket links below:
