tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34931908354723784282024-03-19T01:34:15.704-07:00Mercy Athletic BoostersTeams are Now Forming for the Mercy Masters Golf Outing June 8, 2010. Contact Tom Grant for more details.Mercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-31955027594267742522010-05-13T08:00:00.001-07:002010-05-13T08:01:03.270-07:002010 Mercy/Challenger Summer Soccer CampDates: August 9-13, 2010<br />Location: Armleder Park<br /><br /><a href="https://registration.challengersports.com/FindACamp/FindACamp.asp?IdS=0004C3-DE16840&Method=CampSession&Key=1027391|1|11884&~=">More Info</a>Mercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-45242221205551020982010-05-13T07:42:00.000-07:002010-05-13T08:00:01.897-07:002010 Fall Soccer Registration<strong>Mercy Montessori Fall Soccer Signups</strong><br />Registration May 10th through May 21st<br /><br /><em>SAY Recreational Soccer Offers:</em><br />• An excellent way to build and develop not just soccer skills, but teamwork, problem solving, conflict management, and general respect and caring for others.<br /><br /><em>Mercy Offers:</em><br />• A dedicated soccer skills trainer from England who will work with every team one day a week.<br />• Practice fields are a short drive/carpool from Mercy located on Riverside Drive at the LeBlond soccer fields.<br />• Parent coaches and assistant coaches dedicated to providing the best experience for every child<br /><br /><em>Fall Soccer</em><br />• Fall Soccer games start the weekend after Labor Day<br />• 10 games are played during the months of Sept. and Oct., on Saturdays and Sundays<br />• Anyone who is entering 1st grade in the fall through 8th grade can register (8th graders will play on what’s called “minors” and will be on teams with players from a variety of other schools.)<br />• Players will be contacted by coaches in early August with practice schedules. Practices typically start around the time school starts.<br /><br /><em>How to register:</em><br />• Please look for the sports registration forms on EDLINE in the “weekly notes" section.<br />• If you have any additional questions or concerns feel free to contact Eric Becker at 513-321-4398 or ebecker2@cinci.rr.com<br />• Special thanks to everyone for supporting the Mercy Soccer Program!Mercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-91034584124429482842010-01-23T04:51:00.000-08:002010-01-23T04:56:59.650-08:00Spring Sports RegistrationSpring Sports Registration is now online!<br /><br />Soccer, Track, March Madness!<br /><br />Register today <a href="http://www.mercymontessori.org/main/index.php">through Edline</a>. Click on the Weekly Notes and you'll see the sports registration link.Mercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-15372562261614919682009-04-09T07:10:00.000-07:002009-05-15T07:25:55.353-07:00Boosters Golf Classic Set for June 2nd<strong>Mercy Montessori Athletic Boosters<br />Golf Classic 2009 Registration</strong><br /><br /><strong>Date: </strong>Tuesday, June 2, 2009<br /><strong>Time:</strong> 12:00 pm Shotgun Start<br /><strong>Place:</strong> Vineyard Golf Course (Anderson Township)<br /><br />Everyone is Welcome!!<br /><br />- Plan to spend the afternoon with fellow Mercy friends and family in this scramble format.<br />- $85 entry per golfer.<br />- Box lunch and drink provided.<br />- Post scramble social with beer and dogs.<br />- Prizes<br />* Closest to pin.<br />* Longest drive.<br />* Longest putt.<br />* Highest Team Score (BOOBY PRIZE).<br /><br />- Team Prizes<br />* 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place<br /><br />Get the form in the <a href="http://www.mercymontessori.org/main/index.php">weekly school notes</a> - sign in with EdLine and go to <strong>April 1st weekly notes</strong>.<br /><br />Any questions? Email us at tim@ptpmarketing.com.Mercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-14129186275822408362009-03-06T10:25:00.000-08:002009-05-06T10:25:45.255-07:00TestSample <a href="http://www.divshare.com/download/7297288-d3a">form</a>Mercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-42774596061277788762008-10-14T12:05:00.000-07:002008-10-15T08:01:05.657-07:00Calling all Mercy PhotographersShare your pictures of Mercy sports teams and other school events.<br /><br /><a href="http://mercymontessori.snapfish.com/snapfish">http://mercymontessori.snapfish.com/snapfish</a><br /><br />We’ve created a group room at Snapfish. Go to this site and upload your pictures of sporting events and school activities. <br /><br />Other parents will then be able to see and print them and our school can use them for Annual Reports, promotional materials and other opportunities. We’re looking now for great pictures of last year for the Annual Report.Mercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-58082534047294579342008-10-02T07:34:00.000-07:002008-10-02T10:31:33.237-07:00Mercy Sports Report (Week of Oct. 1)<strong>Boy’s Kickers</strong> (from Coach David Harris): The combined team of Boys kickers, Mercy and St. Cecilia, had a fantastic weekend. We were victorious against St. Mary with a score of 5-1. Team record to date is 3-2-1. The boys are coming together with their skills as well as sportsmanship and teamwork. Credit to Martin for some of the drills that we’ve been practicing on Tuesdays. They have come in handy in some of our matches and really have added to our overall experience. Our next match up is this weekend against Walnut Hills @ noon. Armleder #6.<br /><br /><strong>Girls Strikers</strong> (from Coach Lisa Galvin-Sang): Mercy's girls strikers team won last weekend's game 2-1. They've scored a bunch of goals this season and their skills continue to improve. This season Mercy teamed up with Queen of Angles and it's been a good experience for all. Goals have been scored by Kate Crotty, Jenna Lawhorn, and Olivia Steinkamp. Other teammates have taken a number of shots on goal and hope to score very soon! Thanks to all of the parents and coaches for your support of our girls!<br /><br /><strong>Boys Strikers</strong> (from Michele Geiger); The boys are fighting to hold onto first place in their division and a spot in the SAY tournament. They are currently tied for that spot with a 4-1 record. This weekend's highlights included two awesome headers by Magnificent (Ben) Mansfield and Terrific Thomas (Coughlin). (Ouch--doesn't that hurt?) The team is also enjoying regular scrimmage games with the friends they made last season when the St. Cecilia boys teamed up with Mercy to form one team. Next scrimmage with St. Cecilia--including grills and goodies--will be Oct. 8, 6:00, at St. Rose!<br /><br /><strong>Girls Wings </strong>(from Coach Sean Smith ) The Mercy girl Wings team is having a fun and exciting season so far. We have been working hard in practices and the girls are really coming together as a team. It is great to see them holding positions and passing so well in the games. So far, the girl's have 3 wins, 2 losses, and 1 tie.<br /><br /><strong>Boy’s Wings</strong> (from Coach Matt McLaughlin): We are having another great season, playing to a tie with 7 boys out and no substitutes against a very good Clifton team Saturday, and winning 3-0 Sunday to bring our record to 5-0-1.<br /><br /><strong>Girl’s Passers #2</strong> (from Coach Shannon Keesee): The Girls Passers are improving with every game. Our goalies are stopping lots of great shots, and our offense is working hard to score. We’re all about fun, learning new skills, and embracing the team aspect of soccer. All the players are engaged, we have great sideline support from the parents, and we’re looking forward to finishing the season strong!<br /><br /><strong>Boy’s Passers #1</strong> (from Coach Tim Bronsil): The boys are having an incredible season so far with fifteen goals in five games and a record of 3-2. The goals, coming off the feet of five different players, are the result of a significant team effort. They have shown strong defense, crisp passes, and relentless pursuit of the ball. With only nine players, the boys spend a lot of time on the field. We’re all having a blast (and not just because of a post-practice water balloon fight).<br /><br /><em>Key: “Kickers” – 7th & 8th grade; “Strikers” – 5th & 6th grade; “Wings” – 3rd & 4th grade; “Passers” – 1st & 2nd grade</em><br /><br /><strong>WINTER SPORTS</strong><br />Interested in registering for Winter sports (basketball, volleyball, swimming)? See last week’s notes for registration information. <em>DEADLINE IS OCTOBER 8TH!</em>Mercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-26285540369768669542008-07-07T13:49:00.000-07:002008-07-07T14:00:27.643-07:00Mercy Athletic Booster Update – Fall SoccerGreetings! It is with great pleasure that the Mercy Athletic Boosters announce the continuation of our relationship with Challenger British Soccer. We will have a skills coach to supplement our volunteer soccer coaches for the Fall 2008 season. The feedback from players, coaches, and parents was very positive about the Spring experience, which made this an easy decision.<br /><br />As this is relatively new for all involved (particularly for those new to Mercy and its sports programs), we feel it’s important to share the reasons we chose Challenger and how it is being paid for (not from school operating funds).<br /><br /><strong>What was the Booster’s thought process in hiring a skills coach?</strong><br />• Our goal as Boosters is to provide the resources necessary to make each experience with our athletic programs a positive one. We strive to create great educational opportunities when on the field, track, or court.<br />• We review feedback from coaches and parents about their experience. From that, we make decisions on how to improve the next time. In a soccer survey a couple of years ago, some glaring issues caused the Boosters to act.<br />• Parents identified the need to have an increased focus on learning the skills of the game. Each team had varying levels of skills training dependent on the knowledge of the VOLUNTEER coach.<br />• We’re indebted to the coaches for the time they give to our school. Coaches asked to receive more help to plan practices that would include building blocks of learning. Anything we can do to help the coaches is one of our top priorities.<br /><br /><strong>Did we do this to become more competitive?</strong><br />• No. The skills coach was hired to provide a better educational experience and provide consistency for the players and coaches. With an increased focus on the skills of the game, the players should feel more comfortable when they are on the field. At the end of the day, our hope is that your son or daughter learns a great deal about the game and feels like a contributing member of the team.<br /><strong><br />How is this paid for? The operating budget of the school?</strong><br />• An anonymous donor has contributed 80% of the cost and has committed to doing the same this Fall. We’re very thankful for the generosity of the donor.<br />• The other 20% comes from the boosters operating budget. This budget comes from team<br />fees, donations, and fund raisers. The budget is used to purchase uniforms, rent gym time, pay tournament fees, and pay player and team fees.<br />• The Annual Fund, Spring Fling, and the operating budget of the school are NOT used at all for this purpose.<br /><br /><strong>Isn’t there a cheaper alternative than hiring a company to handle this? Can we get volunteers todo this?</strong><br />• The Boosters investigated a number of options prior to signing with Challenger. None of these options provided the opportunity for all of our teams; had as flexible a schedule; had as flexible a pricing model; or handled the entire process from start to finish.<br /><br /><strong>Do we pay for the travel, lodging, and other expenses of the trainer?</strong><br />• No. We pay one flat fee that covers these expenses. The trainer lives with Mercy families during his 10‐week project with our school.<br /><br /><strong>How do you gauge success?</strong><br />• From your feedback. From coach feedback. We assess all of this and make a determination on how to proceed for the next season. Our meetings are open to all parents who would like to learn more about our organization and offer feedback. Please come!<br /><br />If you have any additional questions, please let any of the Boosters officers know.<br /><br />Thank you!<br /><br />Tim Bronsil – President<br />Jeff Spelman – Vice President<br />Jayme Smith – Secretary<br />Karsten Sommer – Treasurer<br />Michele Geiger – Soccer CoordinatorMercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-47308392350304076592008-02-13T10:51:00.000-08:002008-02-13T10:54:44.080-08:00Track an Field Information<strong>2008 Spring Season</strong><br /><br />Track is open as an after school activity for Boys and Girls in levels 4-8. <br /><br />Practices will begin the week of March 31st and will conclude the week of May 12th. Practice Times are: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 3:15 – 4:30. Runners are free to choose any or all days for practice. It is recommended that runners practice twice weekly.<br /><br />Practices are conducted at the Little Red School House playground and the reserve parking lot on Grandview Avenue. On rainy days we use the gymnasium. Mercy Montessori competes in the CYO League for our meets. A schedule will be given to the runners as soon as it is published.<br /><br />Runners should bring the following:<br />- A light snack for after school<br />- Appropriate running attire (shorts and t-shirt)<br />- Comfortable running shoes<br />- Warm clothes for cold days<br />- Water bottle<br /><br />All participants report to the first floor to Tom Grant on the playground benches.<br />Practice ends at 4:30. Participants will need to notify Tom whether they are being picked up at the driveway next to the LRSH or if they need to go to Child Care at 4:30. On rainy days the pick up is at the main building.Mercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-13562800811149396192008-01-24T07:50:00.000-08:002008-01-24T07:23:41.152-08:00What's New with Mercy Soccer<strong>International Experience for all Mercy Soccer Players</strong><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfu5cs9WOsv88PTNqnWPAa25V8iXRugWtQQOLtHMlmZi9fYug8IVvEioHdnQoYj8LBCq19ycES4jV1pM3G43CdyUothlh8DmR8daY4mhZVJIJXIOj8wOjT49J2Y4NiYEQDndbqQcdi_Rg/s1600-h/ChallengerSoccerLogo.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfu5cs9WOsv88PTNqnWPAa25V8iXRugWtQQOLtHMlmZi9fYug8IVvEioHdnQoYj8LBCq19ycES4jV1pM3G43CdyUothlh8DmR8daY4mhZVJIJXIOj8wOjT49J2Y4NiYEQDndbqQcdi_Rg/s200/ChallengerSoccerLogo.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5159063869612068210" /></a>A British organization called <a href="http://www.challengersports.com/aboutus.aspx">Challenger Sports</a> will be providing Mercy with a “dedicated” trainer from England for 10 weeks in the spring. Every day after school, this trainer will be at Mercy soccer practices working with coaches and players to make the season the most fun and rewarding experience ever for everyone! (Thanks to the huge success of the Mercy Metric and several generous donations from Mercy community members, this is all possible!)<br /><br /><strong>Dedicated Mercy Soccer Fields</strong><br />All teams will practice at the LeBlond and St. Rose fields (located right next to each other on Eastern Ave.) This facilitates easy access from Mercy, carpooling between teams (since all teams will be at the same fields), easy access to the trainer who will be at these fields every day, and encourages a sense of community for Mercy families. A playground is also located at the LeBlond Field.<br /><br /><strong>Awesome new uniforms</strong><br />Last fall, new, dynamic uniforms were purchased and will be utilized again this spring! This included red socks for everyone to go with the shorts and jersey, new goalie jerseys, new scrimmage pennies and goalie gloves for the older teams.Mercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-9132280322123482682008-01-24T06:55:00.000-08:002008-01-24T07:08:32.960-08:00Soccer Excitement Day January 24th<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-IkaNo1pnCKQBHvIl0aSeKObR1R9mmC2J-FfCq_SA7_2t5XUWXEWRqLqawRTFpp2PFlV6FzaPymKn7PoSbfTkpOiLv5FxWbCtM_95-n0XWz4fs28UbPe6NESq9VXO2vrEkJHLstniFFE/s1600-h/girlssoccer.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-IkaNo1pnCKQBHvIl0aSeKObR1R9mmC2J-FfCq_SA7_2t5XUWXEWRqLqawRTFpp2PFlV6FzaPymKn7PoSbfTkpOiLv5FxWbCtM_95-n0XWz4fs28UbPe6NESq9VXO2vrEkJHLstniFFE/s320/girlssoccer.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5137586048899250450" /></a>Mercy's Soccer Excitement Day is Thursday, January 24th from 3:15 - 6:30 pm in the school cafeteria. Don’t miss the super exciting, fun-filled afternoon! Here are some of the highlights:<br /><br />• Trade in small Soccer Shoes and/or “rent” a larger size for $1.00<br />• Purchase extra soccer SOCKS for practice or SHINE GUARDS for $5.00 (Only<br />large sizes are available)<br />• Learn about the exciting international experience soccer players will experience<br />this year by having a SKILLS TRAINER for their team FROM ENGLAND<br />provided by Challenger Sports<br />• Learn COOL SOCCER MOVES from SAY Soccer Trainers<br />• Receive FREE SOCCER GIVEAWAYS<br />• Go through a SUPER EASY REGISTRATION PROCESS<br />• MEET MERCY SOCCER COACHES who will be attendance<br />• Preview the new MERCY BOOSTERS WEBSITE<br />• TRY ON UNIFORMS for best fit<br />• See, touch, and order MERCY SPIRIT WEAR<br />• Get coupons for discount soccer items at local stores<br /><br /><em>If you have any questions, e-mail or call Michele Geiger (231-1794 or mjgeiger@cinci.rr.com).</em>Mercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-72783704384496780672008-01-21T07:01:00.000-08:002008-01-24T07:04:19.961-08:00January Sports Report<strong>BASKETBALL</strong><br />- The 7th grade boy’s have had many more victories including winning the Bethany Holiday Tournament.<br />- The boy’s 6th grade team had two outstanding games this week which were nail-bitters! They had excellent defensive moves and hustled all four quarters! Their skills continue to improve with each game!<br />- The 5th grade boys played their best game ever this weekend. They were rebounding, passing, stealing, defending, and scoring three-pointers! It was a blast to watch them, and they are having FUN!<br />- The boy’s 3rd grade team is focusing on teamwork and basketball skills. They are having fun in their first experience as a team.<br /><br /><strong>Swimming</strong><br />The swim team had their first swim meet on January 12! The December Meet was cancelled due to inclement weather. The Swim-a-thon will be held the week of February 11th.Mercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-86617960407847206772008-01-20T06:57:00.001-08:002008-10-09T11:36:29.576-07:00Mercy Athletic Boosters - Meeting ScheduleThe Mercy Athletic Boosters generally meet on the second Monday of each month from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. in the school cafeteira (right before the <a href="http://www.mercymontessori.org/mmpa.htm">monthly MMPA meeting</a>). Any meeting changes will be posted at the top banner of this website.<br /><br />All parents are welcome to attend.Mercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-60577626245704917782008-01-20T06:57:00.000-08:002008-01-24T06:36:19.449-08:00Mercy Boosters - Special Events and Fundraisers<a href="http://mercyboosters.blogspot.com/2007/11/new-mercy-spirit-wearin-time-for.html">Mercy Spirit Wear</a><br /><br /><strong>Mercy Metric Celebrates 29th Year</strong><br />It was sunny and 75 degrees for this year’s 29th Annual Mercy Metric. More than 300 students, teachers, alumni, family members and friends of the school came out to run or walk at Lunken Airport in early-September. The event raised more than $8,000 for the Mercy Boosters Athletic Programs.<br /><br />Veteran volunteers, Sr. Aloyse, Tom Grant, Patty Normile, Bob Coughlin, and Mark Flaspohler joinedrookie co-chairs Kim Perry and Shannon Keesee to set up registration, water stations, and timers at the direction of Race Director, Don Connelly and his team.<br /><br />Dozens of Mercy families showed up to run and walk the race, volunteer, and/or cheer on the runners. Before the race, Kerry Butkovich’s Seton High school volleyball team participated in a Cross Fit warmup workout. In addition, the runners and walkers were treated to a big Mercy cheer when more than 50 students and family members lined up to thank all the runners during the “Bronsil Rah-Rah”.<br /><br />Top Mercy finishers included: <br />Amy Ruschulte(2nd place/women-5k), Jonathan Hawgood, Mercy alum and parent (4th place/men-5k) and Todd Mansfield (6th place/men -5k.<br /><br />Johnny Engle (7th level) was the first Mercy student to cross the finish line,and Josh Mansfield, Peter Felton, Danny Felton, the Coughlin kids, Onnie Middendorf, and Carli Flaspohler weren’t far behind in the 5k run.<br /><br />Our die-hard 10k Mercy runners included John Fronduti, Mark Boyle, Bill and Kendra Broderick, Susan Bronsil, and Margie Zyck. Great job!<br /><br />Even the teachers got into the act! Melissa Himmelbauer, Diane Fee, Allison McDonough, and Anthony Bernal were among the 5k walkers. Thank you to all the volunteers and sponsors. It was a great race and we look forward to more fun next year.<br /><br /><em>By Shannon Garry Keesee<br />Mercy Montessori Newsletter, October, 2007</em><br /><br /><strong>Mercy Swim-a-Thon</strong><br />Coming Soon!Mercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-29087524750445027012008-01-20T06:56:00.000-08:002008-01-24T06:35:50.027-08:00Mercy Athletic Boosters - Contact UsComing SoonMercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-47157153911726612762008-01-20T06:54:00.001-08:002008-01-24T06:37:14.864-08:00Mercy Athletic Boosters - BylawsComing SoonMercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-13221942051655782052008-01-20T06:54:00.000-08:002008-01-24T06:37:02.044-08:00Mercy Athletic Boosters - About UsComing SoonMercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-33606195053738348222008-01-20T06:52:00.000-08:002008-01-24T06:30:48.189-08:00Mercy Volleyball<strong>Summary</strong><br />Volleyball is offered to all girls at Mercy in Levels 4-8. There will be two teams this year representing Mercy in the <a href="http://www.cyosports.org/girlsvolleyball/girlsvolleyball.html">CYO League</a>.<br /><br /><strong>Age Eligibility and Teams</strong><br />Girls in levels 4-6 will be coached by Sharon Eddingfield. Practices for this team will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:00 – 6:30 in our gym.<br /><br />Girls in Levels 7-8 will be coached by Susan Beckert Rager. Practices for this team will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30 – 8:30 in our gym<br /><br /><strong>The Season/Costs</strong><br />Volleyball practice typically starts in early-December, or right after Thanksgiving.<br /><br />Matches begin in early-January and run through the end of February. The season is 10 matches plus a tournament. Mercy plays within the CYO.<br /><br />The Registration Fee of $50.00 and the attached forms are due no later than Wednesday, November 21. (Please return to Cindy Dellinger c/o Tom Grant)<br /><br />Volleyball Registratrion and CYO Forms can be found <a href="http://www.mercymontessori.org/documents/Weekly%20Notes%2007-08/11.07.07.pdf">here</a> on pages 4-6Mercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-39322530533783514522008-01-20T06:51:00.000-08:002008-02-13T10:55:45.456-08:00Mercy Track & Field<em><a href="http://mercyboosters.blogspot.com/2008/02/track-field-information.html">Updated information</a> for 2008 season</em><br /><br /><strong>Summary</strong><br />Track and Field at Mercy is open to boys and girls levels 4th-8th. Mercy competes in the <a href="http://www.cyosports.org/boystrack/boystrack.html">CYO</a>.<br /><br /><strong>The Season</strong><br />Meets begin after Easter and run through late-May. There are typically four to five meets per season plus the CYO Championship.<br /><br />Practices are held Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays beginning after school and ending at 5:00 p.m. Practices are held in the Mercy auxillary parking lot (upper car line) or in the Mercy gym when there is bad weather.<br /><br /><em>There is a need for more Mercy parents to help with the meets. Please contact Tom Grant for more information.</em>Mercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-11935579691521633942008-01-20T06:48:00.000-08:002008-01-24T06:36:41.752-08:00Mercy Swimming<strong>Summary</strong><br />The Mercy swim team is open to Mercy boys and girls from levels 1-8. More than 50 children participate in the program each year. Mercy swimming is under the direction of longtime Athletic Director Tom Grant, who was inducted in the Miami University Athletic Hall of Fame in 2005 following a record-setting college career. Tom won nine Mid-American conference championships (six individual titles and three championship relays). He teaches competitive skills within the Mercy swim program. If you are a parent and wonder if your child is ready, just ask Tom and he will be happy to provide you guidance.<br /><br /><strong>The Season</strong><br />Practice typically begins in early-November. The season runs through the final week of February. There are three meets: one per month in December, January and February. They take place at the Krueck Center behind Hughes High School.<br /><br />Mercy swimmers can compete in up to three events per meet (including relays). <br /><br />Practice is held twice per week in the Mercy pool. First through third levels (boys and girls) practice Monday's and Wednesday's. Fourth through eighth level practice on Tuesday and Thursday's. Practice begins immediately after school and concludes at 4:30 p.m. The meets last approximately 2 1/2 hours and take place on Saturday or Sunday (with an occasional Friday evening meet).Mercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-43963490844476635242008-01-20T05:07:00.000-08:002008-01-24T06:38:53.421-08:00Mercy Sports Report - November 7th<b>Soccer Information</b><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1kvT5O6EQggSjygrtcSYB_CSeeZxij9lGcI-IEU4VMzfweIaGnLiUx-3wOspc2mEZtQWq1MHkg9L0Z_YUQJYBOXrlbSr6m-mlpJj3IYzj5kTGI60xSd9NPndqmW7FcOaXe9MAqLzAOSE/s1600-h/MercySoccerActionWeb.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1kvT5O6EQggSjygrtcSYB_CSeeZxij9lGcI-IEU4VMzfweIaGnLiUx-3wOspc2mEZtQWq1MHkg9L0Z_YUQJYBOXrlbSr6m-mlpJj3IYzj5kTGI60xSd9NPndqmW7FcOaXe9MAqLzAOSE/s320/MercySoccerActionWeb.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5132058537120486482" /></a>The 1st and 2nd grade boys participated in the Grothaus Tournament this weekend. Facing club-level teams, the boys reached the semi-finals before falling 1-0. They gave up only three goals in the tournament and even tied the eventual winner 0-0 in an early match in the tournament.<br /><br />Their effort and sportsmanship made us all proud to be a part of the Mercy community. The opponents’ coaches commented on their very strong play, consistent hustle, and fair play. Peter and Tim would like to thank the parents for their support this fall. The boys were a joy to coach!<br /><br />Congratulations to the Boys on Sean Smith & Brian Gibson’s Soccer Team. The boys won 2nd Place in the Grothaus Tournament this past weekend. Way to go boys! <br /><br /><b>Soccer Uniform Collection Notice</b><br />Since this weekend is the last round of soccer tournament play, all uniforms should be coming back to Mercy next week! Thanks for helping us keep tract of these new uniforms so they will be available for the spring season! <p><b>Boys Basketball Information</b><br />Basketball Practices started this week! Game information will be coming your way soon.<br /><br /><b>Swim Team Information</b><br />Swim team practices begin next Monday, November 12th. Those registered should be sure to send a note to their classroom teacher stating that they will be staying for swim team on their designated days. <p><b>Girl’s Volleyball Team Information</b><br />Girls Volleyball Forms (for girls in grades 4-8) have been posted this week. <p>Forms need to be returned no later than Wednesday, November 21, 2007. Practices for volleyball will begin Monday, December 3. Many thanks to Sharon Eddingfield for coaching the 4-6th level children and Susan Beckert Rager for coaching the 7th & 8th Level Girls. <br /><br /><b>Booster Meeting Scheduled</b><br />The Mercy Sports Boosters Committee will have their next monthly meeting on Monday, November 12, from 5:30-7:00 at the Mercy cafeteria. All parents are welcome. <p>We would especially like to invite anyone interested in participating in discussions about soccer, basketball, volleyball, and swimming since these will be part of our agenda for this meeting. We will also be having a guest presentation by Matt Hoy of Challenger Sports. He will be talking to us about a Training/Youth Development program for our soccer teams that could begin in the spring season. Come hear about this exciting opportunity to enhance our soccer program! All are welcome.</p>Mercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-85258924677690181732008-01-19T08:39:00.000-08:002009-01-22T16:58:23.781-08:00Mercy Boys and Girls Soccer<a href="http://mercyboosters.blogspot.com/2008/01/whats-new-with-mercy-soccer.html">What's New with Mercy Soccer</a><br /><br /><strong>Summary</strong><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-IkaNo1pnCKQBHvIl0aSeKObR1R9mmC2J-FfCq_SA7_2t5XUWXEWRqLqawRTFpp2PFlV6FzaPymKn7PoSbfTkpOiLv5FxWbCtM_95-n0XWz4fs28UbPe6NESq9VXO2vrEkJHLstniFFE/s1600-h/girlssoccer.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-IkaNo1pnCKQBHvIl0aSeKObR1R9mmC2J-FfCq_SA7_2t5XUWXEWRqLqawRTFpp2PFlV6FzaPymKn7PoSbfTkpOiLv5FxWbCtM_95-n0XWz4fs28UbPe6NESq9VXO2vrEkJHLstniFFE/s320/girlssoccer.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5137586048899250450" /></a>Soccer is the largest sport at Mercy Montessori. Approximately 120 Mercy students play soccer each school year. The school participates in both the Fall and Spring seasons in <a href="http://www.cincinnatieastsay.org/">Soccer Association Youth </a>(SAY). The Fall season begins in early-September and runs through October. The Spring season runs from early-April through May. Practices generally start several weeks before both seasons. Player registration takes place in January for the Spring season and in May for the Fall season.<br /><br /><strong>Age Eligibility & Divisions</strong><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeX_D5YcFDr8Q3SeI1t0X2Cy6N7mrgJ6hvA5x1Kd43FF0o9yHRym7CE5Z9bM3T48I2PJob_H0jO2eVpY19-MR3BG9wSl1vpGoH5tSPo0HOfRoliu-zstMrcpAe-D5m9J6j1J3_sDC4MuA/s1600-h/MercyWebPhoto1.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeX_D5YcFDr8Q3SeI1t0X2Cy6N7mrgJ6hvA5x1Kd43FF0o9yHRym7CE5Z9bM3T48I2PJob_H0jO2eVpY19-MR3BG9wSl1vpGoH5tSPo0HOfRoliu-zstMrcpAe-D5m9J6j1J3_sDC4MuA/s320/MercyWebPhoto1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5132057270105134146" /></a>SAY Soccer is based upon a player’s age as of July 31 in the current year, not what grade they are in. Here are the SAY divisions:<br /><br />Passers (ages 6-7), Wings (ages 8-9), Strikers (ages 10-11) and Kickers (ages 12-13)<br /><br />Mercy typically fields one or two teams per season (boys and girls) at the passer level. At the Wings, Strikers and Kicker levels, Mercy usually fields one boys team and one girls team at each level.Mercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-52989882111144567222008-01-19T08:38:00.000-08:002008-01-24T06:59:40.914-08:00Mercy Boys and Girls Basketball<strong>Summary</strong><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJimcuVBVeI7EZ55lq3Pbide5wIlWM5HnzmJudYtGkBSsAPpJKOzJR6YI5c_Idtb5JWAXP29wLV4tizbED99-h8agvkTqI73Q-xc1Zm1rVWTSVa2otNqeZD2Vr3Y4jaR3rtkxcR6VfIgA/s1600-h/BKPhoto1A.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJimcuVBVeI7EZ55lq3Pbide5wIlWM5HnzmJudYtGkBSsAPpJKOzJR6YI5c_Idtb5JWAXP29wLV4tizbED99-h8agvkTqI73Q-xc1Zm1rVWTSVa2otNqeZD2Vr3Y4jaR3rtkxcR6VfIgA/s320/BKPhoto1A.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5137551474412517634" /></a>Mercy basketball is open to all boys and girls in Levels 3-8. Teams play within the <a href="http://www.cyosports.org/index.html">CYO</a>. The girls' season is in the Fall (September-October). Practice typically begins in late-August. The boys play their games between early-December and late-January. Practice typically begins in November.<br /><br /><strong>Age Eligibility & Divisions</strong><br />Mercy typically fields five boys basketball teams (one team in 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th levels). The girls sometimes combine two grade levels (for instance a combined 4th-5th level team).<br /><br />Practices are held in the Mercy gym. Games are held at various locations (none at Mercy). Teams typically practice twice a week (1 1/2 hours per practice). There are 10 games in the season plus a tournament.<br /><br />The registration fee is $50 per player per season.Mercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-84676241299233960892008-01-14T10:42:00.000-08:002008-01-24T06:43:35.915-08:00Mercy Athletic FacilitiesComing Soon - Photos of the swimming pool and gymMercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3493190835472378428.post-14342372064339406712007-11-27T06:44:00.000-08:002007-11-27T10:20:12.924-08:00Meeting for Current and Future Soccer Coaches<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-IkaNo1pnCKQBHvIl0aSeKObR1R9mmC2J-FfCq_SA7_2t5XUWXEWRqLqawRTFpp2PFlV6FzaPymKn7PoSbfTkpOiLv5FxWbCtM_95-n0XWz4fs28UbPe6NESq9VXO2vrEkJHLstniFFE/s1600-h/girlssoccer.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-IkaNo1pnCKQBHvIl0aSeKObR1R9mmC2J-FfCq_SA7_2t5XUWXEWRqLqawRTFpp2PFlV6FzaPymKn7PoSbfTkpOiLv5FxWbCtM_95-n0XWz4fs28UbPe6NESq9VXO2vrEkJHLstniFFE/s320/girlssoccer.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5137586048899250450" /></a>It's time to "<strong>GET YOUR HEAD IN THE GAME</strong>"--the Soccer Game that is! <br /><br />There will be a coaches meeting on Thursday, Nov. 29, at 7:00 in the cafeteria for anyone interested in coaching soccer in the spring season. If you have had thoughts about coaching but aren't sure, now is the time to come and find out what it would be about.<br /><br />Our goal is to pair "experienced" coaches up with new coaches so each team has a dynamic dual for the season. The Mercy Boosters is also in the process of arranging for experienced soccer "skills" coaches to assist coaches at practices. <br /><br />So if you feel you could coach team but don't know where to start, this is a great season to GET YOUR HEAD IN THE GAME and learn from some experienced professionals! All current coaches who wish to continue coaching in the spring as well as any new coaches are all asked to attend and share your thoughts about Mercy Soccer. <br /><br />For more information contact Michele Geiger, 231-1794, mjgeiger@cinci.rr.com.Mercy Boostershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02746726398609838930noreply@blogger.com