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News from PHS Cross Country! Congratulations to the Boys Cross Country team on their win at the Bangor Invite yesterday with a low score of 29. The team won the meet by 87 points. Also, a special shout out to Henry Cox! Recently, Henry competed in an Invitational where he ran the 2nd fastest time in Plainwell school history with a 16:05 5k. Way to go, Henry - Trojan Pride!

Join us next Tuesday (September 26) at the Plainwell Education Foundation Meeting to learn about the PEF and how it supports the PCS teachers, staff and students! The meeting will be held at 6:00 PM in the PHS Media Center.

Attention PHS Families! We have some information and resources to share with you! Please see the information below or check your email for more information: ATTENTION FRESHMAN PARENTS: "The Transition to High School" presentation will be held from 5:00-5:30pm in the PHS Library with High School counselors during Parent/Teacher Conferences on Wednesday, October 4. After the presentation, Mr. Badalamente will be available in the computer lab if you need assistance navigating Buzz or PowerSchool. We would also like to share a new career exploration resource from the State of Michigan called Pathfinder - pathfinder.mitalent.org ATTENTION PHS 10TH GRADE PARENTS: We would like to share a new career exploration resource from the State of Michigan called Pathfinder - pathfinder.mitalent.org ATTENTION PHS 11TH & 12TH GRADE PARENTS: We would like to invite you to our College Essentials presentation during parent/teacher conferences on Wednesday, October 4 from 6-7:30 pm in the library. We will have guest speakers from KVCC and from the State Financial Aid Office. We would also like to share a new career exploration resource from the State of Michigan called Pathfinder - pathfinder.mitalent.org.

The Boys Varsity Tennis Team had a great week! Earlier this week, they hosted and defeated Otsego with a team score of 5-3! At the match, the senior athletes were also recognized. The following players won their matches: - Number 1 Singles: Calvin Strader - Number 1 Doubles: Andrew Hampton and Teagen Wilson - Number 2 Doubles: Bradley Jeffreys and Austin Susens - Number 3 Doubles: Anthony Kolhoff and Brayden Triemstra - Number 4 Doubles: Lincoln Benson and Sean MacRitchie Throughout the week, they also traveled to Niles and Sturgis where the following players brought home a win: - Number 1 Singles: Calvin Strader - Number 1 Doubles: Andrew Hampton and Teagen Wilson - Number 4 Doubles: Lincoln Benson and Sean MacRitchie - Tristan Starret and Caleb Braybrooks also brought home a Doubles win for the JV Tennis Team - JV Number 2 Singles: Caleb Braybrooks Way to go, PHS Tennis - Trojan Pride!

The Girls Cross Country team split results in their Tri-Meet with Niles and Vicksburg yesterday. The girls fell to Niles, 24-31 and defeated Vicksburg, 25-34. Emma Taggett was the top Trojan finisher, with a PXC Course personal best time. Other strong race performances were given by: Anna Hall, Brooke Carpenter, Hannah Erlandson, Gwen Todd and Alexa Salo. Way to go, Trojans!

Congratulations to the Varsity Girls Volleyball team! Last night they won at the East Kentwood Tri - beating East Kentwood in three sets and Calvin Christian in two sets. Great job, Trojans!

On Friday, during the Varsity Football game against Sturgis, the PHS Cheer team held their Junior Cheer Night. Over 75 junior (K-8th grade) cheerleaders participated in cheering during the first quarter of the game. It was so much fun for our younger Trojans and an awesome night filled with Plainwell Pride!

The Boys Varsity Tennis Team hosted Three Rivers and Thornapple-Kellogg this week and the following players won their matches: - Number 1 Doubles: Andrew Hampton & Teagen Wilson - Number 2 Doubles: Bradley Jeffreys & Austin Susens - Number 3 Doubles: Anthony Kolhoff & Brayden Triemstra - Number 4 Doubles: Lincoln Benson & Sean MacRitchie Next up, they will be traveling to Wayland for a quad tournament this Saturday.

Attention Trojan Fans! The 2023 Rivalry Football Game against Otsego HS is on Friday, October 6 at 7:00 PM. Mark your calendar to join us to support the Trojans at Otsego HS for the big game! Need some new gear? B & C Trophy created special "Beat Otsego" apparel, let's show our Trojan Pride and support their "Rivalry Contest". Visit https://ohsphsrivalry.itemorder.com/shop/sale/?fbclid=IwAR2XkEzyeiNLk6c7fE6BAG-Xrd_3YTJG5h2o3rwm2ZKhHzcCNPENni0WAjQ to order today! The winning district will receive $3.00 per shirt purchased.

Congratulations to the PHS Swim and Dive team on winning their conference meet against Sturgis last night! The team competed strongly and ended the meet with a 104-81 win! Great swims by Izzy Stewart, McKenna Soderquist, Ellah Anderson, McKenna Mitzel, Addison Williams, Heidi Ragainis, Liv Perrin, Gabby Northern, Lily Inquilla and the rest of the team. The PHS Coaches are so proud of how the entire team stepped up and did their best. Way to go, Trojans - Plainwell Pride!

The Boys Varsity Tennis Team hosted Paw Paw today and the following players won their matches: Number 1 Doubles: Andrew Hampton & Teagen Wilson Number 2 Doubles: Bradley Jeffreys & Austin Susens Number 4 Doubles: Lincoln Benson & Sean MacRitchie Next up, the Boy Varsity Tennis Team is hosting Three Rivers tomorrow at 4:00 PM. Join us to cheer them on, GO TROJANS!

PHS Students, Aidan Ranger and Selah Smith competed in their final Equestrian Club District Meet on Sunday. They placed first in all three of their District Meets (8/26, 8/27 and 9/10) winning the Championship for Division D. Being one of the top two teams in their division means they now move on to Regionals which will be in Berrien Springs beginning September 29. These two are outstanding equestrians and their hard work continues to pay off. Way to go, Trojans!

The Boys Tennis match that was scheduled for today (Monday, September 11) has been canceled and rescheduled for tomorrow (Tuesday, September 12). Good luck tomorrow, Trojans!

The Girls Varsity Golf Wolverine Conference Jamboree that was scheduled for today (Monday, September 11) has been canceled and rescheduled for Wednesday, September 13. Start time on Wednesday is 11:30 am. GO TROJANS!

Construction continues on the new Trojan pool and gymnasium. It’s so exciting to see the progress and imagine this future facility, which is on track to open Fall 2024! Our continued thanks for voting “YES” on the 2019 Bond Proposal! We appreciate our community’s support of Today’s Learners, Tomorrow’s Leaders! Plainwell Pride!

The Boys and Girls Cross Country teams had excellent performances at the Delton-Kellogg Invitational tonight. HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: - The Boys team placed their top 7 in the first 21 runners for a first place team score of 36 points. - The Girls team’s top 5 all finished in the top 25 to win medals and lead the girls to a runner-up finish, behind state ranked GR Covenant Christian. - Medalists for the Trojans include: Josie Longcore, Emma Taggett, Hannah Erlandson, Gwen Todd, Raya Mergen-Henry, Henry Cox, Isaac Veen, Donovan Ryan, Liam Troutner, Hiro Nguyen and Trent Hansen. - Big congratulations go out to Junior Henry Cox for his first HS victory! Congratulations Trojans - Plainwell Pride!

Congratulations to the Girls JV Golf team who brought home a trophy last night! The team placed 2nd overall with Harper Johnson finishing as a medalist with a final score of 46. Way to go, Trojans - Plainwell Pride!

Big WIN for the Varsity Soccer team tonight! The Trojans won 2-0 over the defending Wolverine Conference Champs, Edwardsburg HS. Way to go Trojans, Plainwell Pride!

The PHS Tennis Match that was scheduled for today (Wednesday, September 6) at Sturgis has been canceled. Please note that tennis practice is still on!

The PHS Boys Varsity Tennis Team traveled to South Haven yesterday, congratulations to the following players who brought home a win: - Number 1 Doubles: Andrew Hampton and Teagen Wilson - Number 2 Doubles: Bradley Jeffreys and Austin Susens - Number 3 Doubles: Anthony Kolhoff and Brayden Triemstra - Number 4 Doubles: Lincoln Benson and Sean MacRitchie Next up, they will travel to Sturgis. Way to go, Trojans!