From Shawn Hoffman:
Hi All,
Sorry for the late notice. I received a call from the BeachComber who wants to do the front page in color this week trumpeting the boys win. They do not do colored fronts anymore because of high costs. They say they will however, if the parents buy and ad for $300.
Jake and I have made some calls to some businesses and haven't received anyone willing to sponsor this on such a short notice.
What do you all think?
The other problem is they need an answer within the hour. Sorry!
Shawn.
Derek Wegner
Monday, March 9, 2009
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Fw: [VIRC] Pirates!!!!
Derek Wegner
-----Original Message-----
From: Jeff Hoyt
Date: Sun, 8 Mar 2009 13:42:11
Subject: [VIRC] Pirates!!!!
In case you haven't heard, Vashon's Pirate boys are bringing home the
Island's first-ever state basketball championship trophy this
afternoon from Yakima. They utterly dominated their competition in
the tournament, ending with a resounding 49-24 thrashing of the
King's of Shoreline in the championship game last night. Up 24-15 at
the half, Vashon's suffocating defense didn't allow the King's to
score a single point in the third quarter, holding them scoreless for
over 12 minutes while putting the game away.
PI sports columnist (and Islander) Art Thiel just called to tell me
that his column in tomorrow's PI will be devoted to the Pirates and
he has arranged an interview with Coach Sears for later this
afternoon. If you've never read Art, he is (in my opinion) one of the
best sportswriters on the planet. This piece will be a real treat to
read so don't miss it.
I've also heard on the grapevine that the boys will arrive on the
3:20 ferry this afternoon in a variety of vans. That would put them
at the high school in the 3:50 to 4:00 zone if you'd like to drop by
and show your support. There will also undoubtedly be some kind of
celebration tomorrow at school that hopefully can include parents and
members of the community. No details on that yet.
At a time when good news has been, well...scarce...our boys have
given the Island something to rally around. I'll let you know if
their tentative arrival time changes.
Jeff Hoyt
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-----Original Message-----
From: Jeff Hoyt
Date: Sun, 8 Mar 2009 13:42:11
Subject: [VIRC] Pirates!!!!
In case you haven't heard, Vashon's Pirate boys are bringing home the
Island's first-ever state basketball championship trophy this
afternoon from Yakima. They utterly dominated their competition in
the tournament, ending with a resounding 49-24 thrashing of the
King's of Shoreline in the championship game last night. Up 24-15 at
the half, Vashon's suffocating defense didn't allow the King's to
score a single point in the third quarter, holding them scoreless for
over 12 minutes while putting the game away.
PI sports columnist (and Islander) Art Thiel just called to tell me
that his column in tomorrow's PI will be devoted to the Pirates and
he has arranged an interview with Coach Sears for later this
afternoon. If you've never read Art, he is (in my opinion) one of the
best sportswriters on the planet. This piece will be a real treat to
read so don't miss it.
I've also heard on the grapevine that the boys will arrive on the
3:20 ferry this afternoon in a variety of vans. That would put them
at the high school in the 3:50 to 4:00 zone if you'd like to drop by
and show your support. There will also undoubtedly be some kind of
celebration tomorrow at school that hopefully can include parents and
members of the community. No details on that yet.
At a time when good news has been, well...scarce...our boys have
given the Island something to rally around. I'll let you know if
their tentative arrival time changes.
Jeff Hoyt
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I-90 conditions
Traction tires advised Westbound. Going over the top right now. Mostly bare and wet - slush at top. Not too bad. Looks like it was a mess last night.
Derek Wegner
Derek Wegner
Saturday, March 7, 2009
At half
Kings came back, then we made a run. Kings has one big w/ 3 fouls. Vashon playing solid d. Need to keep it up. Kings flopping a lot to get john in foul trouble.
Derek Wegner
Derek Wegner
Half score
------Original Message------
From: Derek Wegner
To: Derek Wegner
Sent: Mar 7, 2009 9:30 PM
Subject: [VashonStateBB2009] 1:05
From: Derek Wegner
To: Derek Wegner
Sent: Mar 7, 2009 9:30 PM
Subject: [VashonStateBB2009] 1:05
24 15 Vashon
Derek Wegner
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Posted By Derek to VashonStateBB2009 <http://vashonstatebb2009.blogspot.com/2009/03/105.html> at 3/07/2009 09:33:00 PM
Derek Wegner
Getting home after the game
I am really looking forward to tonight's game. Go Pirates--let's strike gold!
Could you help me get an explanation out to families from basketball and cheer? I know you have a lot of contact e-mails, so I am hoping you are willing to help me out with this.
Last night, after the boys won (hooray for us), there was a flurry of activity particularly from the cheer squad with parents upset about district transportation home after tonight's championship game. Suffice to say as of late last night, the pass conditions were clear and dry with a few wet spots (no ice or snow and yes, I was aware that there was the potential for snow tonight). I determined that we would send all students home on the district provided bus following tonight's game as we had planned all along (assuming pass conditions remained the same), but many parents evidently still were not happy with this decision. I handled several telephone calls from concerned parents and tried to come up with a solution that would work within the confines of district policy and procedure. I determined that if I could get releases from parents (faxed to the hotel), the students could stay at their own expense for an additional night and travel home with designated adult drivers.
This morning, when I got up, I immediately checked the pass conditions again and have continued to track them pretty much all day. Given that the storm had moved in and the pass conditions had changed significantly, I contacted Char Phillips and Ann Murray (district transportation director) to let them know that we may not be able to send the rooter bus and that we might need to send folks home tomorrow (Sunday). Dr. Lindquist called to express his best wishes to our boys' team for tonight's game and to follow up due to concerns expressed by Jake Jacobovitch and Donna Zaglin. I told him all of the steps I had taken and my plans for today as I tracked the conditions in the pass. He gave me his support to handle the situation and to offer assistance with funding if it was necessary to keep everyone here. I also went down to meet with the staff at the front desk of the hotel to make sure we would be able to stay an additional night. Around noon, I determined that we would be canceling the rooter bus and staying the additional night. I made arrangements with the hotel to make sure the district is charged for all of the student rooms, coaches rooms and support staff rooms (a total of 15 rooms) since we are unable to send them home this evening (none of our students who are part of our teams will need to pay for their rooms on Saturday night). I contacted Ann Murray, all of our coaches, Terry Lindquist and Jake to let them know the decision. I also updated the rooter bus information on the Web site. And, Dr. Lindquist was going to let Bob Hennessey know the decision as well.
The current plan is to send a small bus over tomorrow morning to pick up all students who need a ride home--currently, this includes only the girls' players as the cheerleaders have all made alternate arrangements. The bus will pick everyone up around noon tomorrow assuming we don't have additional weather related problems. Everyone who is riding home with parents or designated adult drivers will likely choose to leave when they feel it is appropriate to do so. I will be talking with Ann Murray again on Sunday morning to confirm the bus after checking the pass conditions. The hotel is also willing to work with us on the check out time if needed. I have posted an update on the VHS Web site regarding transportation.
I was a bit frustrated and saddened that some folks were so angry/upset/scared and also that they did not trust the decision-making process, but I understand and appreciate parent concerns regarding their children. Thankfully, several folks were empathetic with the situation. I am appreciative of those parents who have agreed to provide rides to the students with concerned parents. I am also appreciative of Dr. Lindquist's support. I hope this helps answer/clarify any questions/concerns about the decision-making process. And, I hope all have a safe trip home.
Sincerely,
Stephanie
Stephanie J. Spencer, Ed.D.
Assistant Principal and Athletic Director
Vashon Island High School
Telephone: 206 463 9171 ext. 518
Fax: 206 463 1944
Derek Wegner
Could you help me get an explanation out to families from basketball and cheer? I know you have a lot of contact e-mails, so I am hoping you are willing to help me out with this.
Last night, after the boys won (hooray for us), there was a flurry of activity particularly from the cheer squad with parents upset about district transportation home after tonight's championship game. Suffice to say as of late last night, the pass conditions were clear and dry with a few wet spots (no ice or snow and yes, I was aware that there was the potential for snow tonight). I determined that we would send all students home on the district provided bus following tonight's game as we had planned all along (assuming pass conditions remained the same), but many parents evidently still were not happy with this decision. I handled several telephone calls from concerned parents and tried to come up with a solution that would work within the confines of district policy and procedure. I determined that if I could get releases from parents (faxed to the hotel), the students could stay at their own expense for an additional night and travel home with designated adult drivers.
This morning, when I got up, I immediately checked the pass conditions again and have continued to track them pretty much all day. Given that the storm had moved in and the pass conditions had changed significantly, I contacted Char Phillips and Ann Murray (district transportation director) to let them know that we may not be able to send the rooter bus and that we might need to send folks home tomorrow (Sunday). Dr. Lindquist called to express his best wishes to our boys' team for tonight's game and to follow up due to concerns expressed by Jake Jacobovitch and Donna Zaglin. I told him all of the steps I had taken and my plans for today as I tracked the conditions in the pass. He gave me his support to handle the situation and to offer assistance with funding if it was necessary to keep everyone here. I also went down to meet with the staff at the front desk of the hotel to make sure we would be able to stay an additional night. Around noon, I determined that we would be canceling the rooter bus and staying the additional night. I made arrangements with the hotel to make sure the district is charged for all of the student rooms, coaches rooms and support staff rooms (a total of 15 rooms) since we are unable to send them home this evening (none of our students who are part of our teams will need to pay for their rooms on Saturday night). I contacted Ann Murray, all of our coaches, Terry Lindquist and Jake to let them know the decision. I also updated the rooter bus information on the Web site. And, Dr. Lindquist was going to let Bob Hennessey know the decision as well.
The current plan is to send a small bus over tomorrow morning to pick up all students who need a ride home--currently, this includes only the girls' players as the cheerleaders have all made alternate arrangements. The bus will pick everyone up around noon tomorrow assuming we don't have additional weather related problems. Everyone who is riding home with parents or designated adult drivers will likely choose to leave when they feel it is appropriate to do so. I will be talking with Ann Murray again on Sunday morning to confirm the bus after checking the pass conditions. The hotel is also willing to work with us on the check out time if needed. I have posted an update on the VHS Web site regarding transportation.
I was a bit frustrated and saddened that some folks were so angry/upset/scared and also that they did not trust the decision-making process, but I understand and appreciate parent concerns regarding their children. Thankfully, several folks were empathetic with the situation. I am appreciative of those parents who have agreed to provide rides to the students with concerned parents. I am also appreciative of Dr. Lindquist's support. I hope this helps answer/clarify any questions/concerns about the decision-making process. And, I hope all have a safe trip home.
Sincerely,
Stephanie
Stephanie J. Spencer, Ed.D.
Assistant Principal and Athletic Director
Vashon Island High School
Telephone: 206 463 9171 ext. 518
Fax: 206 463 1944
Derek Wegner
Report from the dome
Ok fans, this is it. Vashon vs Kings for the gold ball. The weather here is great, lots of hotel rooms available, game starts at 9PM, and the passes are clear. Will the last person off Vashon please turn off the lights?
Derek Wegner
Friday, March 6, 2009
The finish
Lots of fouls putting us on the line. Hit almost all of them. Bellevue Christian set a record for threes in a game and still lost.
Derek Wegner
Derek Wegner
Friday game
Today's game is against Bellevue Christian at 6PM. BC beat Brewster yesterday to make the semi's.
The big news is Chelan lost to King's in OT. Harris for Chelan had 38. Glad we don't need to figure him out.
This leaves only teams from our tri-district. A very good showing for NW Washington. In fact, during the last game last night only our five tri-district teams were still alive. Port Townsend beat Seattle Academy on OT for the first loss.
The big news is Chelan lost to King's in OT. Harris for Chelan had 38. Glad we don't need to figure him out.
This leaves only teams from our tri-district. A very good showing for NW Washington. In fact, during the last game last night only our five tri-district teams were still alive. Port Townsend beat Seattle Academy on OT for the first loss.
Thursday, March 5, 2009
At half
Vashon 30 Lake Roosevelt 22
Thomas and Charlie in foul trouble mid-first quarter w/ 2 each.
Derek Wegner
Fw: Snoqualmie Pass is CLOSED BOTH WAYS
Derek Wegner
From: Wendy Gage
Date: Thu, 5 Mar 2009 13:26:03 -0800
To: Wendy Gage<wendy@planman.com>
Subject: Snoqualmie Pass is CLOSED BOTH WAYS
Hi Pirate Families,
In an attempt to help navigate my brother through Snoqualmie's blizzard, I contacted the Summit Hotel. Lady confirmed pass is a huge mess. Her Coca Cola delivery guy said it is the worse he has it in 12 years!! She kindly gave me link to area webcam and road report: Here's web cam: http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/traffic/passes/snoqualmie/
I went to site and learned the PASS IS CLOSED BOTH WAYS. Thought you might want to know...
Great to see so many of you at the SunDome!! Safe travels...
Goooooooooo PIRATES!!
Wendy
Begin forwarded message:
From: Wendy Gage <wendy@planman.com>Date: March 5, 2009 1:08:37 PM PSTTo: Char Phillips <cphillips@vashonsd.org>Subject: Pass cam & photos of gameHi Char,
Good talking with you. Here's web cam: http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/traffic/passes/snoqualmie/
Here's way to stay connected with boys basketball: http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/traffic/passes/snoqualmie/
Our girls had quite a crowd to cheer them at their morning game today... more info on VIP girls, boys, tournament: http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/traffic/passes/snoqualmie/
Take Care,
Wendy
206.321.2222 cell
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Vashon next
Vashon boys play Lake Roosevelt at 5:30 thurs. Another team with quick 6' guards. Our only loss this season was to a Roosevelt, but that was Oregon 5A Roosevelt.
Vashon girls play Thurs at 9 AM, I think against Chelan.
Derek Wegner
At half
Bellevue chr 21 highland 20
Comeback for Highland, bc w/ two by Downs at half buzzer
Chelan girls 20 connel 15
Derek Wegner
Snow on I-82
Wendy reports that I-82 had heavy snow last night. We will be going through there around 8 this morning and will post an update.
Derek Wegner
Derek Wegner
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Boys game
Vashon boys first game is Wed at 12:30 vs Ilwaco.
Girls play Wed at 10:30 vs Onalaska.
Derek Wegner
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