Friday, October 30, 2009
VOLLEYBALL ROCKS!!!!
It's a day of celebration at HHS! Last night our Varsity Volleyball ladies knocked off the proverbial "Big Dog" of Imperial Valley volleyball in a 3-1 victory over the Brawley Wildcats!
Never ones to shrink from a fight, the Vikings ladies showed poise and resolve, hammering point after point off against a Wildcat time that had not lost a single game, much less match, all year. Great defense and consistent serving paved the way, but it was their focus and ability to place their hits where the spaces were that won the night!
Defeating this Division 3 powerhouse opens some interesting playoff possiblities for the Viking girls as they approach the last two regular games of the season against SHS and Calexico.
Never ones to shrink from a fight, the Vikings ladies showed poise and resolve, hammering point after point off against a Wildcat time that had not lost a single game, much less match, all year. Great defense and consistent serving paved the way, but it was their focus and ability to place their hits where the spaces were that won the night!
Defeating this Division 3 powerhouse opens some interesting playoff possiblities for the Viking girls as they approach the last two regular games of the season against SHS and Calexico.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Homecoming Parade Route
The 2009 edition of the Holtville Viking Homecoming Parade will take place this Friday, Oct. 30th at 1:30 PM.
Class floats are under construction and the band is practicing hard to get ready for this annual journey across town.
The route will take our students East on 8th Street this year (instead of 9th as in the past) to HMS. Then South along Beale, and West along 7th before turning South on Chestnut and finally West on 6th Street and back to HHS.
We hope to see lots of alumni and supporters along the way, so step out and say HI!
Class floats are under construction and the band is practicing hard to get ready for this annual journey across town.
The route will take our students East on 8th Street this year (instead of 9th as in the past) to HMS. Then South along Beale, and West along 7th before turning South on Chestnut and finally West on 6th Street and back to HHS.
We hope to see lots of alumni and supporters along the way, so step out and say HI!
Lots of Fun for Homecoming!
Well everyone seems to be trying to have a much fun as possible this week with the Homecoming Dress Up Days. The mass of humanity parading through HHS in Pajamas and 80's Hair, as well as the sudden profusion of twins and triplets on campus has brightened the days and brought lots of smiles (although some of the staff were admittedly a little chagrined as they looked back on the styles they wore regularly in the 80's).
Still to come, tomorrow's Cowboy Day and Friday's Spirit and Costume day as well as our school parade!
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
IMPORTANT DATE CHANGE!!!
The "Battle for the Axe" football game against Calipatria has been rescheduled.
Yesterday we received a phone call from Calipatria High School requesting that the date for our match-up be moved back to its originally scheduled date of FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13.
The earlier change to the 12th had been set-up at the Hornets request to avoid conflicting with some other game on the 13th between some high school in Brawley and some high school in El Centro, however, it seems that their supporters felt that the other game wasn't all that important anyhow, so we were asked to support moving the game back to the 13th.
So... we will be battling the Hornets on Friday, November 13 for the pride of our city and the ownership of the Battle Axe. If you haven't checked out the pictures of the Axe yet, you can access them at www.holtvillevikings.org - just follow the link on the front page.
And don't forget this Friday's all important Homecoming Game against Mt. Empire High School. We will be saluting our Football, Cheer and Band Seniors before the game and crowning our royalty at half-time.
See Ya There!
Yesterday we received a phone call from Calipatria High School requesting that the date for our match-up be moved back to its originally scheduled date of FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13.
The earlier change to the 12th had been set-up at the Hornets request to avoid conflicting with some other game on the 13th between some high school in Brawley and some high school in El Centro, however, it seems that their supporters felt that the other game wasn't all that important anyhow, so we were asked to support moving the game back to the 13th.
So... we will be battling the Hornets on Friday, November 13 for the pride of our city and the ownership of the Battle Axe. If you haven't checked out the pictures of the Axe yet, you can access them at www.holtvillevikings.org - just follow the link on the front page.
And don't forget this Friday's all important Homecoming Game against Mt. Empire High School. We will be saluting our Football, Cheer and Band Seniors before the game and crowning our royalty at half-time.
See Ya There!
Monday, October 26, 2009
Don't let the score fool you!
The HHS Vikings suffered a setback Friday night in their loss to the La Jolla Country Day Torreys here at Birger Field.
The final score of 28-14 might appear to be a run-away victory for LJCD, but those of us at the game can tell you that it was anything but! The Vikings and Torreys were scoreless at the end of the 1st quarter and the Vikes only trailec by 6 going in to the half-time. The two touchdowns that finally put the game away for the Torreys came late in the game, as the result of two plays, one a tipped (almost intercepted) pass that was pulled down in the End Zone and one as the result of a huge run by La Jolla's premier running back.
Outside of two carries for LJCD, the Defense of HHS was rock solid all night. Our containment guys shut down almost everything that came around the end, and our middle was immovable.
Benji Angulo, Ethan Ming and Sammy Nelson all had standout moments on the offensive side, and overall it was an outstanding game. Don't let the score fool you, HHS played terrific football Friday night!
The final score of 28-14 might appear to be a run-away victory for LJCD, but those of us at the game can tell you that it was anything but! The Vikings and Torreys were scoreless at the end of the 1st quarter and the Vikes only trailec by 6 going in to the half-time. The two touchdowns that finally put the game away for the Torreys came late in the game, as the result of two plays, one a tipped (almost intercepted) pass that was pulled down in the End Zone and one as the result of a huge run by La Jolla's premier running back.
Outside of two carries for LJCD, the Defense of HHS was rock solid all night. Our containment guys shut down almost everything that came around the end, and our middle was immovable.
Benji Angulo, Ethan Ming and Sammy Nelson all had standout moments on the offensive side, and overall it was an outstanding game. Don't let the score fool you, HHS played terrific football Friday night!
Friday, October 23, 2009
HOMECOMING IS COMING!!!!
Homecoming Royalty has been named...
The King Candidates - DAVID - JONATHAN - STEVEN
The Queen Candidates - DEMI - FERNANDA - SAMANTHA
The HHS ASB has a terrific week of activities planned to celebrate our 2009 Homecoming next week! Here's a peek at the week ahead!
Monday: Pajama Day
Here's the one day all year that No One should be tardy... roll out of bed and into class in your favorite Jammies! Dont forget your slippers and robes... no makeup or hairspray required! :)
Tuesday: TWIN DAY
At last, a day to look at yourself all you want and not get teased for it... Find a friend and dress-alike. Twins (or triplets or more) just mean more fun! Wow, just think, two Pechtl's... what a great image!
Wednesday: 80's Day
While all of us who survived the 80's are still trying to track down and destroy those pictures of our hair and clothes, you have the chance to show us how ___________ we really looked!!!
Thursday: COWBOY DAY
Boots, hats, spurs and chaps... and thats just the beginning... How about a little "Boot Scootin' Boogie" at lunch?
Friday: GREEN and GOLD EXTREME (or Halloween if you prefer)
Show your spirit and your pride, or be a prideful spirit... dressing up is all the rage!!
ALSO Friday: The HHS Band of Pride, along with student floats from the Frosh, Sophomore, Junior and Senior classes will parade through town from HHS to HMS and Finley! Check them out as they roll by!
And Finally: FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL VS Mt. Empire followed by the Homecoming dance in the Gymnasium! Hope you can join us!
The King Candidates - DAVID - JONATHAN - STEVEN
The Queen Candidates - DEMI - FERNANDA - SAMANTHA
The HHS ASB has a terrific week of activities planned to celebrate our 2009 Homecoming next week! Here's a peek at the week ahead!
Monday: Pajama Day
Here's the one day all year that No One should be tardy... roll out of bed and into class in your favorite Jammies! Dont forget your slippers and robes... no makeup or hairspray required! :)
Tuesday: TWIN DAY
At last, a day to look at yourself all you want and not get teased for it... Find a friend and dress-alike. Twins (or triplets or more) just mean more fun! Wow, just think, two Pechtl's... what a great image!
Wednesday: 80's Day
While all of us who survived the 80's are still trying to track down and destroy those pictures of our hair and clothes, you have the chance to show us how ___________ we really looked!!!
Thursday: COWBOY DAY
Boots, hats, spurs and chaps... and thats just the beginning... How about a little "Boot Scootin' Boogie" at lunch?
Friday: GREEN and GOLD EXTREME (or Halloween if you prefer)
Show your spirit and your pride, or be a prideful spirit... dressing up is all the rage!!
ALSO Friday: The HHS Band of Pride, along with student floats from the Frosh, Sophomore, Junior and Senior classes will parade through town from HHS to HMS and Finley! Check them out as they roll by!
And Finally: FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL VS Mt. Empire followed by the Homecoming dance in the Gymnasium! Hope you can join us!
Monday, October 19, 2009
Community Night Tonight
Holtville High School's 1st Community Night of the 2009-2010 school year will be held tonight, Tuesday, 10/20 in the HHS Quad. Fun begins at 6:00 with performances by the Band and Chorus... We hope you can make it.
Rough trip to Carlsbad
Our Viking Boys had a rough time this weekend in Carlsbad, falling to to Army-Navy 35-8. The lone TD of the game for the Vikings came as a result of a 45 yard pass from Sammy Nelson to Robert Gibbs, capped by the two-point conversion from Ethan Ming. The Vikings will bring their 1-5 (1-2 in league) record back home this week as we host La Jolla Country Day on Friday at 7:00.
Friday, October 16, 2009
Army Navy this Weekend!
REMEMBER...
HHS VIKINGS vs ARMY NAVY ACADEMY in Carlsbad
SATURDAY, 10/17/09
1:00 pm Kick-off
"Hope you can make it!"
HHS VIKINGS vs ARMY NAVY ACADEMY in Carlsbad
SATURDAY, 10/17/09
1:00 pm Kick-off
"Hope you can make it!"
Heartbreaker at CUHS
Well the ladies of Holtville suffered a heartbreaking loss on the the volleyball court of Central Union High School.
While the evening started big with a win for the frosh squad, it took a dark turn following the defeat of our JV girls in a three game thriller. After dropping game one to CUHS, the JV rallied to come back and win game 2. In the third game, the girls gave it their all, only to come up 2 points short in the 15-13 loss.
Things for the Varsity also started rough, but showed promise when the girls wound up winning two of the first three games, including a 25 - 6 blowout in game three. Sadly, it was not to be, as CUHS rallied back to take games 4 & 5, and the win.
The girls will now spend a few days resting and working out, with a BYE next Tuesday, before heading over the sand to battle the Palo Verde Yellowjackets next Thursday.
Good Luck Ladies!
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Volleyball and Cross Country with Wins!
Wow... what a great couple days for the Athletes of Holtville High School!
On Monday our Tennis Team took their talents to the Dickerson Courts of Central Union High School and came back with terrific victory over the Spartans.
Then tonight (Tuesday) our Volleyball girls took their chances at the Dogpound as they faced off with Calexico High School. All three of our teams came home with the win, including a Varsity sweep in Three!
Congratulations LADIES of HOLTVILLE HIGH!!!
Now its time to focus on Thursday's big rematch with Central's Girls on the Volleyball court. In their last encounter our Lady Vikes fought out a five game victory, so expect the Spartans to be out for revenge! Make sure you turn out and support our girls in this "Game of the Week"!
Good Luck Ladies!
On Monday our Tennis Team took their talents to the Dickerson Courts of Central Union High School and came back with terrific victory over the Spartans.
Then tonight (Tuesday) our Volleyball girls took their chances at the Dogpound as they faced off with Calexico High School. All three of our teams came home with the win, including a Varsity sweep in Three!
Congratulations LADIES of HOLTVILLE HIGH!!!
Now its time to focus on Thursday's big rematch with Central's Girls on the Volleyball court. In their last encounter our Lady Vikes fought out a five game victory, so expect the Spartans to be out for revenge! Make sure you turn out and support our girls in this "Game of the Week"!
Good Luck Ladies!
Monday, October 12, 2009
Ahhh... the sweet smell of roses!
Todays highlight for many students was the delivery of roses by members of the ASB. This event was organized by the ASB to provide a fun way for students to invite their dates to Homecoming.
For the past week, students have been able to buy Homecoming grams during lunch and arrange to send them to that special someone whom they are asking to the Homecoming Dance. Today the grams and their accompanying roses were delivered around campus.
Looks like a fun evening ahead!
For the past week, students have been able to buy Homecoming grams during lunch and arrange to send them to that special someone whom they are asking to the Homecoming Dance. Today the grams and their accompanying roses were delivered around campus.
Looks like a fun evening ahead!
Upcoming This Week - 10/12 - 10/17
Well there are lots of opportunities to break out your Green and Gold this week if you are willing to travel a little to do it... Our students are gonna be on road, representing HHS around the region and they would love to have you there.
- Our Cross County team will be facing off with Brawley HS on Wed afternoon.
- Our Girls Tennis team has a match against traditional powerhouse Vincent Memorial on Wednesday as well.
- Volleyball travels to Calexico on Tuesday night with Varsity serving off at 6:00 pm before heading to a HUGE rematch against the Spartans at CUHS on Thursday! (If you missed the last match between these two squads, you missed out! This is sure to be exciting!)
- Our JV Volleyball team will see action on Saturday in the BUHS JV Tournament.
- And finally, this Saturday will feature our JV and Varsity Football teams enjoying the ocean breezes in Carlsbad as they travel to take on Army-Navy Academy. Hope you can join us there!
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Welcome...
Hi there, pull up a spot and take a seat here, UNDER THE TREE...
I'm Darrell Pechtl, the Assistant Principal of Holtville High School, here in Holtville, California.
As you can see by the picture, we are rather proud of our tree. For over 50 years now students of Holtville have found a place under our amazing Empire Fig tree to gather. The way I figure it, this tree has witnessed a whole lot of history for our small town, and has figured in the lives of thousands of students, so it seems appropriate to try to create that sense of unity and pride in this online version of those countless conversations that have taken place "under the tree."
Here you will find information and updates about our school, its teams and clubs, and issues that matter here at HHS. I hope you will find this blog interesting and useful. Please feel free to let me know what you think, and to tell me things you think should be shared.
So...Welcome! I look forward to sharing with you... "Under The Tree".
I'm Darrell Pechtl, the Assistant Principal of Holtville High School, here in Holtville, California.
As you can see by the picture, we are rather proud of our tree. For over 50 years now students of Holtville have found a place under our amazing Empire Fig tree to gather. The way I figure it, this tree has witnessed a whole lot of history for our small town, and has figured in the lives of thousands of students, so it seems appropriate to try to create that sense of unity and pride in this online version of those countless conversations that have taken place "under the tree."
Here you will find information and updates about our school, its teams and clubs, and issues that matter here at HHS. I hope you will find this blog interesting and useful. Please feel free to let me know what you think, and to tell me things you think should be shared.
So...Welcome! I look forward to sharing with you... "Under The Tree".
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