TMS Athletics
December 4th, 2020
Hello Blue Devils!
Basketball season has begun! Check below for quick recaps of each of the games so far. A special shout-out to players and coaches for doing the extra COVID-19 stuff that makes it possible for us to continue on!
At the time of this newsletter, we are still sitting at 'orange' for the county. This means we have limited the number of spectators to two per participant for home games. We know this is not ideal, and I appreciate everyone being willing to "go with the flow". It has been a goal of mine to get as many Blue Devil fans in our events as possible, but this year is just different. I assure you, we will get back to normal as soon as it is deemed safe and appropriate to do so!
With only a few weeks left before Christmas break, there are a lot of questions about wrestling and swimming. Please see the information below for guidance. As with everything else in the COVID-era, these are subject to change. However, we will communicate any changes as soon as possible if necessary.
One thing that hasn't changed during COVID is it is still Great to be a Blue Devil!
If you have any questions about anything 'TMS athletics', please email Mr. Leach (cleach@tcsc.k12.in.us) or Mrs. Whitesell (lwhitesell@tcsc.k12.in.us).
We ask that you remain patient with us as things can change quickly. Our goal is to provide as many athletic opportunities as possible while also keeping athletes, coaches, and fans safe!
Thank you,
Mr. Leach
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20'-21' Swimming Information
If your student is interested, they can sign-up for swimming HERE.
Coach Thompson will provide a specific start date in the near future.
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20'-21' Wrestling Information
If your student is interested, they can sign-up for wrestling HERE.
There will also be a chance to sign-up at lunch on Monday (12/7) and Tuesday (12/8) during lunch.
Coach Mahaney will provide an official start date sometime next week, and that will be sent to students(parents) that sign up!
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TMS Using E-Tickets!
The move to this style of tickets for a few reasons:
- Quicker Entry - E-tickets allow quicker entry into an event; which limits long lines forming;
- No Cash Exchanged - E-tickets eliminate the need to handle money, or give out paper tickets;
- Attendance tracking - This season there will be a maximum number of tickets sold for each event, based on guidance from the Tipton County Health Department, in order to promote social distancing.
At this time, we are limiting attendance to only two spectators per participant. Parents and players will be emailed prior to every game with a link and verification information to purchase tickets. If you do not receive those emails, and feel you should, please be sure you email is current in Harmony.
We DO NOT sell away game tickets. If another school is using E-tickets, we will send out information through Harmony and Social Media.
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Saturday, November 7th: Chad Lambert Tournament
For the first year, Tipton was invited to participate in the Chad Lambert Tournament held in Logansport. The tournament was made up of 8 teams including: Caston,. Lewis Cass, Logansport, Pioneer, Tipton, Twin Lakes, Western and Peru. Both the 7th and 8th grade faced Twin Lakes in the opening game.
7th Grade: The 7th grade started their first half slow, which would ulimately seal their fate. They fall to Twin Lakes 31-21. Leading scorers for the Devils were Evan Coe and Jake Cherry; each with 5.
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Tuesday, November 10th: Noblesville West
7th Grade: Due to COVID-19, the 7th grade team faced off with the Millers' 8th grade "B" team. The team fought hard, especially on the defensive end. However, the size and athleticism of Noblesville was felt early and often. The Blue Devils lose this one, 50-19. The leading scorer for the Blue Devils was Nate Cherry(7).
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Monday, November 16th: Maple Crest
In the "B" game, Jason Creager led all Blue Devils with 8 points. However, it was Maple Crest that finished on top, 15-11.
7th Grade: Our Blue Devils were "cold as ice", only scoring 11 points in the game. Zack Ridgeway was our only guy to get going offensively, scoring 7 points. The WildKats scored early and often, leaving the Devils behind, 44-11.
In the "B" game, found their offense and got out with a win, 35-30. The Blue Devils were led in scoring by Zack Ridgeway(7) and Jake Cherry (7).
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Tuesday, November 17th: Hamilton Heights
7th Grade: Cancelled due to COVID-19
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Thursday, November 19th: Noblesville East
7th Grade: The Cherry boys both come out shooting, each scoring 12 points each. However, the rest of the Blue Devils had trouble scoring. Noblesville was able to score in double digits in all but the third quarter, and take the win, 50-30.
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Monday, November 23rd: Western
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Tuesday, November 24th: Sheridan
7th Grade: The 7th grade game was one you hope for in middle school basketball. Both teams played extremely hard from the tip. The Blue Devils were able to outscore Sheridan 19-11 in the first half, but the Blackhawks come out in the third to score 14. The score at the start of the fourth: 27-25. The fourth quarter was packed with energy, and good defense, as neither team score in double figures. Tipton was able to add 8 points to their total, and do just enough to win the game, 35-34. Top scorers for the Devils were Evan Coe(13) and Jake Cherry(10).
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Tuesday, December 1st: Logansport
7th Grade: The Berries packed a first quarter punch, out scoring the Devils 18-5. The Devils rebounded in the second to hold them to just 6 points, while scoring 10 of their own. However, in the second half, Logansport found the bucket for 22 points while holding Tipton to just 13. The Berries win this one, 40-28. Nate Cherry (11) and Evan Coe (9) led the Devils in scoring.
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Thursday, December 3rd: Tri Central
7th Grade: The 7th grade matchup proved to be the game of the night. Both teams were equally matched, and both were prepared for battle from the tip. In a defensive first quarter, the Blue Devils found themselves with a one-point lead. After two, Tri-Central had the lead at 15-13. The third quarter saw the Trojans extend their lead, as they outscored Tipton 15-7. The fourth was determined by the three ball. Tipton player, Nate Cherry, couldn't be stopped as he amassed 13 points in the fourth, including 3-3 point baskets. In the final frame, Tipton held Tri-Central to 6 points, but were able to score 21 of their own to take the win 41-35.
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Past Newsletters:
Tipton Middle School Athletic Department
Athletic Director
Craig Leach
Athletic Secretary
Linda Whitesell
Email: cleach@tcsc.k12.in.us
Website: www.tiptonathletics.com
Location: 817 South Main Street, Tipton, IN, USA
Phone: (765)675-7521
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TiptonMiddleSchool/
Twitter: @TiptonMiddle