Bracken Co. Vs. Augusta

The Bracken Co. vs. Augusta game can be heard at the following link:

http://www.augustaschools.net/articles/page.asp?mode=1&articleid=1338

Just visit that site and click on Augusta Panthers vs Bracken Co. and you will be able to tune in from your computer in the luxury of your own home.

Enjoy the game!

Senior Spotlight: #44 Brooke Riggs

Brooke Riggs is the daughter of Gary and Julie Riggs. Brooke plays both the Guard and Post positions. She is able to play out on the floor because of her athleticism and her perimeter jump shot. Brooke is one of the best shooters on the team. She is very active in school and she also is a member of the Lady Bear Varsity Softball team. Brooke would like to invite everyone out to watch the Lady Bears play this season. The Lady Bears open up at home with Mason Co.

Bracken Co. Christmas Ornament

The Bracken County Middle School Competitive Cheerleading Squad would like to take the opportunity to provide a neat Holiday Ornament for the citizens in Bracken County. The ornaments are 3 ¼” shatterproof. They have their own gift box that they come in.

The cheerleaders are taking orders for the ornaments now until the 23rd. The proceeds from these ornaments will go toward helping pay for the competitions, the bus, and the fuel for the cheerleaders to compete.

Please help support your cheerleaders with the purchase of an ornament or two for your holiday celebrations.

Each cheerleader will have an order form for the ornaments. Also you can contact the Middle School or Jeannetta Golden for the purchase of the ornaments. Jeannetta Golden’s number is 735-3905.

We have to have a minimum of 75 ornaments to purchase them. Cost will be $6.00. Money is due at the time of the order.

Thank You!

Cumberland Falls Lady Redhound Invitational Tournament

Here are the Brackets for the Cumberland Falls Lady Redhound Invitational Tournament. The dates of play are December 19-21. Any further questions please contact Coach Kelsch at Patrick.Kelsch@bracken.kyschools.us

Senior Spotlight #10 Brittany Burden

Brittany Burden is the daughter of Tammy Burden. Brittany has been on the Varsity basketball team since her 8th grade season. Brittany's got the ability to change the tempo of any game and her teammates feed off her defensive energy. UC-Clermont has expressed some interest in Brittany, so hopefully Brittany can take her energy and ability to the next level. Brittany is also a member of the Lady Bear Softball team. Brittany would like to invite everyone to come out and support Bracken Co. Athletics this year.

Senior Spotlight: #00 Hannah Haight

Hannah Haight is the senior daughter of Raymond and Sharon Haight. Hannah, as a junior, lead the Lady Bears in scoring and rebounding. She was 2nd team all region. She was preseason #1 player in the 1oth region Class A and she was voted 5th best player in the 10th region. She is very active in basketball, softball, and other extra-curricular activities. Hannah is currently being recruited in basketball by Brescia, Shawnee State, and Kentucky Christian University.

Raynah Kelsch representing Bracken County, KY in the Miss Tourism National Pageant 2010

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Senior Spotlight: #12 Jaclyn Crawford

Lady Bear Senior Guard Jaclyn Crawford is the daughter of Bobby and Angie Crawford. She is returning to the Lady Bears this season after missing all of last season with a torn ACL. Jaclyn has worked extremely hard in the gym and weight room to get back in shape to be ready for this upcoming season. The Lady Bears welcome her back with open arms. Jaclyn excels in basketball and softball as well as in the classroom.

Senior Spotlight: #11 Katelyn Meyer

Katelyn Meyer is the senior daughter of Ernie and Sharon Meyer. Katelyn is very active in school and sports. She is the PG for the Lady Bears Varsity basketball team as well as an excellent pitcher for the Lady Bears softball team. She not only excels on the court and field, but more importantly in the classroom. Katelyn does an excellent job at getting her teammates involved and is an excellent outside shooter. She is the team's best FT shooter. Come out and watch Katelyn and the Lady Bears this upcoming season!

Cheer Bears=Main Attraction!

Cheer Bears = Main Attraction!

Bracken Co. High School’s Blue and White night was the place to be last Friday, October 16^th. Some came for the Chili Supper, Some came to see the High School Cheerleaders, and some came to see the Boys and Girls Varsity Basketball teams, but when the show was over EVERYONE was glad that got an opportunity to see the Bracken Co. Cheer Bears. Although they were the opening act, they stole the show and quickly became the Main Attraction. Everyone I spoke with after Blue/White Night concluded mentioned the Cheer Bears and how they performed with great enthusiasm. The Bracken Co. Cheer Bears are coached by Trisha Dice and Charity Anderson. Nice Job Ladies!

I also want to congratulate the Bracken County High School cheerleaders, The Lady Bears, and Polar Bears for a job well done! All teams performed well and gave the crowd a glimpse of how bright the future is at Bracken Co. High School.

BC Seniors 2009-10

Cheerleading Sponsors - Trisha Dice and Melanie Thornsbury
Lady Bears Coach - Patrick Kelsch
Polar Bear Coach - Chad Persinger

Senior Cheerleaders - Katie Wade, Mercadez Sims, Hannah Honan, Nicole Goecke, Mariah Gulley, Sarah Jo Jefferson, Amber Hamilton, and Karlie Smith

Lady Bear Seniors - Hannah Haight, Katelyn Meyer, Felicia Mains, Jaclyn Crawford, Jami Roberts, Brittany Burden , and Brooke Riggs

Polar Bear Seniors - Devon Workman, Caleb Craft, Dylan Hamilton, Tyler Jefferson, Dustin Bradford

Blue and White Night/Chili Supper

Blue White Night

Come out to Bracken County High School on October 16 and show your support for the 2009-10 Bracken Co. Cheer Bears, Cheerleaders, Lady Bears, and Polar Bears.

To kick off the night we will be having a chili supper from 6:30-7:30.

The price is $8.00. For $8 you get admission to Blue/White Night and the Chili dinner.

Kids under 6 are admitted FREE and their meal would be $4.00.

After the Chili Supper the schedule is as follows:

7:30-8:00 – Bracken County Cheer Bears and Cheerleaders

8:00-8:30 – Bracken County Lady Bears

8:30-9:00 – Bracken County Polar Bears

Hope to see you there!

Deadline to order coming up soon!

The Bracken Co. Lady Bears are selling Athletic Team Apparel.

You can contact any Bracken Co. Lady Bear Basketball Player of Coach Kelsch if you are

Interested in ordering some BC Team Apparel.

Any item being sold can be ordered in Grey or White!

Polo w/ Embroidery $45

T-Shirt $10

Long Sleeve T-Shirt $18

Hoodie $28

Shorts $15

Sweatpants $25

Crewcut Sweatshirt $20

Beanie Cap $15

Thank You for Supporting the Bracken Co. Lady Bears!

Lady Bear Basketball Scheduled 09-10

Lady Bear Schedule 2009-10

Day Date Opponent Time

Saturday November 14 @ Paris Panorama
Saturday November 21 @ Burgin Pre-Season Bash

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Monday November 30 Mason Co. 7:30

Friday December 4 BC Tip-Off Classic 8:00

Saturday December 5 BC Tip-Off Classic 8:00

Wednesday December 10 @ St. Pat 7:30

Monday December 14 Lewis Co. 7:30

Wednesday December 16 @ Scott 7:30

Sat-Mon December 19-21 Cumberland Falls Invitational TBD

Mon-Wed December 28-30 Villa Madonna Tournament TBD

Wednesday January 6 @ Harrison County 7:30

Friday January 8 @ Augusta 7:30

Wednesday January 13 ALL A @ Bracken 8:00

Tuesday January 26 @ Campbell Co. 7:30

Saturday January 30 Clark Co. 3:30

Wednesday February 3 Augusta 7:30

Friday February 5 @ Brossart 7:30

Monday February 8 @ Paris 7:30

Wednesday February 10 @ Ludlow 7:30

Saturday February 13 Riverside Showcase @ Breathitt TBD

Monday February 15 @ Pendleton Co. 7:30

Friday February 19 @ Deming 7:30

Sat. February 20 Lloyd Memorial 7:30*

Mon-Fri Feb. 22-26 District Tournament TBD

· BOLD – Home Game

· Varsity Only on Dec. 4^th and 5^th Tip Off Classic

· Varsity Only on Dec 19-21 @ Corbin, 28-30 @ Villa Madonna, and Feb. 13^th – Riverside Showcase @ Breathitt County

· * - Senior Night

Support the Lady Bears!!!

The Bracken Co. Lady Bears are selling Athletic Team Apparel.

You can contact any Bracken Co. Lady Bear Basketball Player of Coach Kelsch if you are

Interested in ordering some BC Team Apparel.

Any item being sold can be ordered in Grey or White!

Polo w/ Embroidery $45

T-Shirt $10

Long Sleeve T-Shirt $18

Hoodie $28

Shorts $15

Sweatpants $25

Crewcut Sweatshirt $20

Beanie Cap $15

Thank You for Supporting the Bracken Co. Lady Bears!

Back To School

What was that flash of light that just passed by my window? It was a school bus! School time again!!! The teachers are ready to meet a new group and embark on the journey of educating these young minds. The children with all of their new clothes and school supplies are preparing for the excitement of another school year.
I was in attendance at the Taylor Elementary Read-i-fest and let me just say that I was impressed how organized it was. The parents had the opportunity to go to several booths including the health department, a local dentist office, the library, PTSA was enrolling new members, Girl Scout representatives were there and as impressive as the community participation was it was nothing compared to the kindness of the teachers and school staff that were present. There were women in the office answering questions and directing people where they needed to go. The principal was present in the gymnasium and was greeting students as they exited. The librarian and p.e. teacher were directing parents and students to their classrooms (especially appreciated by the parents of Kindergarteners). Then of course if you ventured across the street the Family Resource Center had things set up including a snack table and a booth with a police officer doing finger prints of the children and letting them look inside his police cruiser. Overall it was a great experience!

The middle school also has a similar event; an open house where parents and students can meet and greet the teachers, and receive valuable information for the upcoming school year. I was not
at this event, but based on my experience at Taylor I assume it was just as successful.