A big shout out to Columbus High School Boys and Girls Basketball Teams. They left the GISH Locker rooms Spotless when they left.
I hope our teams do that when we are the guests in another school. Thank you players and coaches.
Congratulations to Coach Dave Oman, 2 time Islander State Championship Coach, will be inducted into the Class of 2022 Hall of Fame on January 14th. Coach Oman was the only Class A Out-State Coach who won 3 state titles and National Coach of the Year.
A very special thank you to Linda Shenk and Julia Hoesche for organizing 587 GISH graduation boxes and making sure each graduate received what they have earned.
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Brody Arrants Class A ,145 lbs State Champion. He has worked so hard these past 4 years and has been dedicated to the sport of wrestling since he was a little boy. You have earned that Gold Medal. Very proud of you.
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Thank you Seniors and Coach Slough for a great season and all the wonderful memories.
You are great role models in our community. Proud of each and everyone of you.
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GISH Assistant Athletic/Activities Director Chris Ladwig, Teacher and Baseball Coach Kirby Wells working the Millard North vs Gretna semi final. It is a full house at the Pinnacle.
Thank you seniors. You have been such good role models in the classroom, playing field and community. Follow your dreams and you will achieve your goals.
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The GISH Memorial Stadium Vision Scoreboard is completed. Thank you to all the Community Sponsors who purchased Ads to make this happen.
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Congratulations to Islander Kamdyn Barrientos for being selected as the GI Independent Girl Athlete of the Year.
Very deserving of this award.
We are very proud of you!
GISH boys basketball get a huge overtime win against Creighton Prep today in Omaha. Issac Traudt hits a 3 pointer to win the game 57 to 54. It has been a great day to be an Islander. Proud of our coaches and athletes.
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Do not ever say that a Coach does not mean the world to an Athlete.
The memories will last forever. Thank you Coach Slough and Hailey Kenkel for representing GISH in such a positive environment the last 4 years.
In 1995, Christy Graves Traudt signed her letter of intent to play volleyball at the University of Kearney. Today, her son Isaac signed his letter of intent.
What an honor...I am truly blessed.
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Congratulations to Islander Alum, KU Baseball outfielder, Casey Burnham who received the Dr. Gerald Lage Academic Award, the Big 12's highest Academic Honor.
A seven- time Athletic Director/ Big 12 Commissioner Honor Roll Member. We are so proud of Casey.
Islander Sage McCallum will stand on the Championship Podium this afternoon. She finished in 3rd place at the first NSAA State Girls Wrestling Championships. What a way to end a season. CONGRATULATIONS. So proud of you.
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Thank you Connor ( Henry) Christensen for being the best video manager for the last 4 years at GISH. Connor had perfect attendance in the weight room, practices and games. You are amazing.
Congratulations to Marcus Holling for bringing home the 11th place medal. You have had a great career as an Islander Golfer. Good luck at Kearney in KHOP program
Islanders never give up. GI wins 3 sets to 2.
GI 24 KH 26
GI 19 KH 25
GI 25 KH 23
GI 25 KH 19
GI 15 KH 7
Great comeback players and coaches.
The crowd made a difference tonight. Thank you GI Fans.
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The Islanders came up short in the 2nd game against Millard West. Could not be more proud of this team. What a seasom to remember. Thank you Islander fans for supporting this team. We came in on the Wildcard and ended up in the final 4.
Proud dad...Ryan Gates congratulates his son Alex for winning his semi final match.
The Penas and Gates family were here to support Alex tonight. Now that is a cheering section.
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The Islander Volleyball Team beat Kearney tonight in 3 sets. 25-12, 25-18, 25-17. Congratulations coaches and players. Good luck this weekend at the LPS Tournament.
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Thank you for the memories Blake. You have earned a medal at the State Tournament every year. No one can ever take that away from you. You are a great leader in the classroom, on the wrestling mat and in our community. Proud of you.
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GISH biggest supporter for our students. Al Hayman, you make a difference every day!! Thank you for building relationships with our students and staff.
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Congratulations to Ace McKinnis, Matt Jurgensmier and Josh Grovsvenor who signed their letter of intent today to compete at the next level. Thank you parents for your support. Proud of you.
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Congratulations to Laura (Luther) Fox for being selected to the GISH Class of 2022 Athletic Hall of Fame.
Laura graduated from GISH in 1989 and the played volleyball at UNL. @
Thank you Ryan Hogue, KHS AD for letting our kids celebrate the victory with our team. It was a fun environment last night for everyone who attended the GI vs Kearney game.
Thank you seniors for your great leadership this season. You 4 were great role models for the younger players. You have the future players believing they can win.
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Congratulations Islander Cole Bauer on receiving the Grand Island Public Schools Foundation Jack Martin Memorial Scholarship. Good luck at UNK next fall. We are so proud of you.
The late Jeremy Buckner will be inducted into the 2020 GISH Athletic Hall of Fame. Jeremy left the GISH family and community too young. We are very honored to have him as a great legend. We congratulate Jeremy's family.
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There were some very special classified staff that helped put all the diplomas, cap and gowns, honor cords, white stoles, certificates and special gifts in the graduation boxes. Thank you Al, Eddie, Kathy, Peggy and Maria.
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Islander Tyler Fay will be baseball at the University of Alabama.
Isaac Traudt will play basketball at the University of Virginia.
We are so proud of your accomplishments on the athletic field and in the classroom.
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Islander Varsity Baseball Team victorious over Lincoln High 14 to 5. Nice way to start off the season for first year Head Coach Kirby Wells, his staff and players.
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Great Sportsmanship after a tough loss. Daylon had a great State Tournament earning a 2nd place medal. You have worked so hard the last 4 years and have had a great career as a student athlete at GISH. Thank you for the memories.
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Congratulations to Islander Kamdyn Barrientos, signing her Letter of Intent to Northern State University to play softball and major in Chemistry. We are proud of you.
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