Latest Updates for Meridian Athletics
11/16 Wrestling Scrimmage, 9:00 am
11/22 Boys Basketball Scrimmage, 6:00pm JV; 7:15pm Varsity
Please join us on Wednesday, November 20th at 7:00pm on the Learning Stairs of Meridian High School for information on our winter sports programs and what to expect. You will first hear from our Athletic Director and then your athlete’s specific coaches will host smaller sessions specific to your sport. The Mustang Athletic Boosters will also be there to sell spirit wear and talk with parents.
Last Week: Loss to Warren County 29-28
The Mustangs put up a tremendous fight on the road at a tough Warren County team before eventually falling 29-28. The passing game was on display with Cruz Ruoff throwing for 209 yards and Ben Kozbelt catching 2 TDs and compiling 161 yards. Oumar Thompson added another 83 on the ground. Jack Mossburg once again paced the defense with 12 tackles and an interception.
Come out and support the seniors in their final home game as the Mustangs will take on a tough Fauquier Falcons team with a playoff berth potentially on the line!
Upcoming Schedule:
11/8 vs Fauquier County, 7PM (Senior Night)
Previous Schedule:
11/6: Region Meet in Mechanicsville
Upcoming Schedule:
11/15: State Meet in Blacksburg
Some unseasonably warm temperatures and tickets to States on the line lead to some impressive performances by the Mustangs. Both teams improved on their Regional rankings coming into the meet, as the Girl's Team finished 4th with 109pts and a two spot improvement over their Region ranking. Michelle Malheiro and Ally Campbell led the Mustangs with their 7th and 15th place finishes, earning All-Region medals. Congrats to Michelle Malheiro for qualifying as an individual for States!
The Boy's Team finished 7th place with 185pts, and improved one spot over their Region ranking. The Boy's Team was led by William Anderson's 21st place finish and Kyle Kuck's 35th place finish!
Overall, they had 4 runners in the top 45 places.
Both teams kept their impressive Team Regional finish streaks alive, as the Girl's team has finished top 5 at Regionals for 24 consecutive years and the Boy's team has finished top 8 at Regionals for 23 consecutive years!
Michelle will race at the 3A State Meet at Buford Meredith XC Course at Blacksburg, VA on Saturday, November 15th.