Memorable Marching Season for the Band of Pirates

School

BandatLOS2014The Charlestown HS Band of Pirates ended their regular marching season Saturday with a phenomenal performance at Lawrence Central High School (Indianapolis).

The band did not get first place, so it does not get to perform at the showcase (only one band got that award); but the band did get a nice big trophy!  The Band continues to stay busy, including their upcoming Spaghetti Dinner and Auction on Saturday, November 15th, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Charlestown Arts and Enrichment Center (999 Water Street).

Highlights of the marching season:
-Performed at Lucas Oil Stadium for the Lucas Oil Stadium Showcase where the Charlestown High School football team played Brownstown.

-First Place at the Salem, Indiana Marching Band Competition (also earning Best Music, Best Color Guard, and Best Visual Effect)

-Second Place at the Paoli Marching Band Competition (also earning Best Marching and Best Percussion)

-Second Place at the Floyd Central Marching Band Competition (also earning Best Auxiliary for Color Guard)

-Gold Rating at the Indiana State School Music Association (ISSMA) Scholastic Preliminary (the band advances to the ISSMA Scholastic Finals on October 25th in Indianapolis, Indiana).

-Third Place at the North Harrison Marching Band Competition.

-WHAS11 Band of the Week (also featured by the Courier Journal)

-ISSMA Scholastic Finals Performance (and trophy)

The band has 47 members, including students from New Washington High School for the first time ever.  This year was a great year for our band program, with a bright future on the horizon for our Marching Band of Pirates.  The band will now officially be in “pep-band” mode through the end of the football season.  Congratulations to the Band of Pirates for an outstanding marching season, Pirate Nation is proud of you!  For more on the Charlestown HS Band of Pirates, go to www.charlestownbandofpirates.com.

XC Andrews-Rhodes: Pride of Pirate Nation

Cross Country

AndrewsRhodesSSCharlestown Lady Pirate Cross Country runners Whitney Andrews and Katie Rhodes traveled back to Brown County Saturday, with their Coach Jerry Doyle, to run the Semi-State meet.  Senior Andrews and Freshman Rhodes finished 79th and 80th, and both in a time of 21:02, and against 178 other girl qualifiers.  Their finish did not advance them to the state finals, however their representation of Pirate Nation was awesome; just as it was all season long.  “It was a sad day in a sense, being Whitney’s last race, but also great to see her go out on a high note, and to see her pass the torch to Katie!  Whitney has been the best runner to come through Charlestown in many years, and has set the bar very high for future Lady Pirates, however I already see that Katie has the talent and desire to be one of the top runners in this part of the state over the next 3 years!  Along with her is Gabi Gagnon, Erin Kimbrell and Isabella Golja, all freshmen, and Junior Molly Sumner coming back next year.  I am very excited for next season already”, commented Coach Doyle.  Congratulations to the Lady Pirate Cross Country team for an outstanding season, and especially Semi-State qualifiers Senior Whitney Andrews and Freshman Katie Rhodes.  For more information on Pirate and Lady Pirate Cross Country, go to www.PiratePride.BLUE/CrossCountry

Pirate Football Advances to Sectional Semi-Final

Football

Charlestown Pirate Football (8-2) defeated Corydon (6-4) in the first round of the Class 3A Sectional #31 Friday night.  Charlestown scored first on a 3 yard Gaddie touchdown run late in the first quarter.  Garrett Woods then threw the conversion to Eli Daniel to take a 8-0 lead, which carried through halftime.  Late in the third, Tristan Chester threw a 23 yard touchdown strike to Woods to increase the lead to 15-0.  Corydon, benefited by several drive sustaining penalties, tacked on a touchdown with seconds remaining in the game for a 15-6 final tally.  RB Antonyo Gaddie finished the night with 177 yards on 27 rushes, including a touchdown.  QB Tristan Chester finished with 36 rushing yards on 5 carries, and 7 of 10 passes for 56 yards.  Garrett Woods caught 4 passes for 36 yards, including a touchdown.  Jason Houchens intercepted a Panther pass and finished with seven tackles.  Coyle Chevy, Buick, GMC and Coyle Nissan Players of the Game, Antonyo Gaddie (Offense) and Jason Houchens (Defense).  The Pirates will now host Brownstown in the Bone Yard on Halloween night, in the Sectional #31 Semi-Final.  The game will be a long awaited rematch of the August 30th one point loss to the Braves in Lucas Oil Stadium.  FRIDAY’S KICK-OFF REMAINS SET FOR 7:00 PM IN THE BONE YARD.

Two Big & Busy Days Pirate Nation

Athletic Department

Buckle in Pirate Nation, today and tomorrow are two busy days for Pirate and Lady Pirate Athletes, show them your support!  Friday:  Pirate Football opens Sectional #31 play hosting Corydon in the Bone Yard; tailgating begins at 5:00 pm and kick-off is at 7:00 pm.  Game broadcast on CPPSB starts at 6:45 pm.  Reminder that admission is $6 per person for IHSAA Tournament events, season passes can not be used for admission.  Football merchandise sales are required to be off site, and will be conducted Friday afternoon from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the corner of Park and Market Streets.

Saturday:  Lady Pirate Cross Country Runners Whitney Andrews and Katie Rhodes will run in the Cross Country Semi-State meet, in Brown County, at 12:30 pm.  The CHS Marching Band of Pirates will compete in the ISSMA Scholastic State Finals in Indianapolis.  The 6th Annual Pirate Baseball Alumni Game will begin at 3:00 pm with registration beginning at 2pm at the CHS Pirate Baseball Complex, more information available at www.PiratePride.BLUE/Baseball.  Lady Pirate Volleyball will conclude hosting their Class 3A Volleyball Sectionals in the CHS Sports Arena, North Harrison v. Madison at 11am and Corydon v. Silver Creek at 12:30 pm with the Championship Game at 7:00 pm Saturday.

Sunday:  Lady Pirate Softball Benefit Golf Scramble will be held at Hidden Creek Golf Course, more information is at www.PiratePride.BLUE/Softball.

Its gonna be a great fall weekend!  Go Pirates!

Football Announces Friday Sales/Specials on Merchandise

Football

Don’t miss your chance this Friday afternoon to pick up your favorite Charlestown Pirate Football T-Shirt or Hoodie to support the football team during their state play-off run. There will be cotton t-shirts for $5.00-$10.00, climate control shirts from $15.00-$20.00, blankets $20.00, spirit towels two for $5.00, black all-weather hooded sweatshirts $40.00, jackets for $30.00, skull caps for $15.00 and ball caps and visors for $5.00-$15.00. Sizes are available from youth small through adult 4X while supplies last.

Pirate Football merchandise will be available from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM at the corner of Park St and HWY 3 Friday afternoon October 24th.  Sales are being held off school property due to IHSAA rules requiring no spirit item sales on school property during state playoff games. Remember, 100% of all proceeds go directly to supporting the football team during the 2014 State Playoffs.

The Pirates will begin Class 3A Sectional play this Friday by hosting the Corydon Panthers.  Kick-off is scheduled for 7:00 pm in the CHS Bone Yard.  The weather forecast for this Friday looks to be great for football; unlike two weeks ago when the Pirates squeezed out a 13-6 regular season win in the wind and rain at Corydon.  Pack the stands this Friday night and show the Pirates your support during the State Tourney.  For complete Football Sectional information, including tournament pairings, log on to www.PiratePride.BLUE/Football.

Amber Neal Named to the All-State Cheer Team

Cheerleading

AmberNealSpecial congratulations to Senior Cheerleader Amber Neal for her selection to the IASP (Indiana Association of School Principals) “All-State” Cheer Team.   Amber was selected from a very talented pool of senior cheerleaders from all over the state.  Amber proved herself worthy of this honorable distinction through her continuous hard work and dedication.   Cheerleading Coach Mark Sherrill was excited not only for Amber but for all of CHS.  Coach Sherrill stated “Amber is an outstanding asset not only to our cheer program but to the entire community.  Amber has matured into a true leader in and out of our program.  I am glad others get to see just how special she is.  This distinction is another great reflection on all the positive movement in our wonderful community.”   Amber Neal will be recognized among her cheerleading peers on November 8th during the Indiana High School Cheer State Finals.  For more information about the IASP and the Indiana Cheer State Finals, go to http://www.iasp.org/dsp/cheer.

XC Andrews and Rhodes Advance to Semi-State

Cross Country

AndrewsRhodesRegional2014The Lady Pirate Cross Country team finished 6th as a team today at the Brown County Regional (top five teams advance). However Charlestown advanced two runners to next weeks Semi-Final meet. “They all ran their hearts out today, just came up a little short, but I couldn’t be more proud of what they have accomplished this year! They were very competitive, and grew to love each other over the season”, commented Head Coach Jerry Doyle. Moving on to semi-state is Katie Rhodes who finished 20th in a time of 20:36 and Whitney Andrews in 27th in 21:33. Whitney advances to her second consecutive semi-state. Pirate Seth Parker finished 52nd in 18:24, in a very strong boys regional field! Congratulations to all of Pirate Nation’s Cross Country runners.  The Cross Country Semi-State run will be held Saturday, October 25th, beginning at 12:30 pm in Brown County.

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