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Ellie Gerlach (11th) and Grace Jennings (9th) were great representatives of our school and the best that CAL athletics has to offer at the State tournament in Lexington last weekend.

Ellie (4th seed) was a finalist in a very high pressure situation against Madeline Rolph (3rd seed). Both girls are fiercely competitive, both are ranked in the state, and both have met previously in high pressure USTA tournaments. Ellie won 5 matches enroute to the final, including a hard fought semifinal match against Michelle McKamey which was completed only 3 hours prior to her final match. Both of these were played indoors due to rain, which ratchets up the intensity level even more due to noise from the crowd cheering for players on multiple courts. Ellie kept her cool and fought valiantly. Unfortunately she began to suffer from cramps in her hands and legs towards the end of the first set. The final score was 6-4, 6-2. On another day with fresh legs, I’m confident Ellie would prevail against the same opponent. She is a determined young lady and will remain one of the top ranked players in the state for her final year of high school.

Grace played what many observers felt was the most exciting match of the tournament in the round of 16 against Abbie Mather. Abbie had defeated Grace in the regional semifinals and was the runner up in region 7 (losing to Ellie in the final). Grace began the match somewhat tentatively and fell behind 4-1, but fought back to a 6-6 tie and lost in a close tiebreaker. In the second set, down 6-5, she continued to play hard, attacking the ball at every opportunity. Abbie began to falter and the hard work of the two sets began to take their toll. Abbie asked for a medical time out after Grace saved a match point with a huge swing volley. The time out expired and Abbie was still having difficulty breathing, but wanted to try to play out the match (she only needed two points to win). Grace won the next two points and the score was tied 6-6. At this point, Abbie had to withdraw and Grace (and Ellie) both comforted Abbie on the bench and spent time embracing and encouraging their good friend. It was a very touching and sweet ending to a hard fought match. Grace advanced to the quarterfinals where she lost in a very close, very heated match with Rolph (the eventual champion).Grace kept her cool under pressure and played a great match losing in a 10 point tiebreaker after splitting sets.

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Girls in 2nd-5th grade at the English Station and Rock Creek campuses are invited to join us for a Field Hockey Clinic on May 28-29. The camp will be an introduction to the game of field hockey for girls who have an interest in learning the basic skills, rules and positions. 

Registration and clinic information is available here.  Please print and return to Kevin Bowers in the Athletic office.

On Wednesday, senior, Mason Paas signed a letter of intent to play lacrosse at Centre College. The signing ceremony was opened in prayer by Director of Athletics, Darin Long.

Mason has attended CAL since kindergarten and has played lacrosse since the 5th grade. He has also played soccer, basketball, and football for the Centurions.

“You can always find Mason mentoring other players. He has an intensity that pushes other players forward. I commend the decision Mason made to go to Centre. It is a great school and they have a strong lacrosse program,” said CAL head boys’ lacrosse coach, Phil Brock.

Randy and Lori Paas, Mason’s parents spoke of how thankful they are for the encouragement Mason has received from his friends, teammates, coaches, and teachers at CAL.

“We are blessed as a family to have Mason. He is an inspiration to us in a lot of ways. I look forward to seeing him play at Centre,” said Mr. Paas.

Mason chose Centre because of its small school environment and plans to major in Pre-Med.

Congratulations to Christian Academy’s Kate Joss and Ryan Long for winning the 7th Region’s Forcht Bank/KHSAA Sportsmanship Award. Each school in the state submits one boy and one girl winner which is then forwarded to KHSAA to announce a regional winner. The 16 female and 16 male regional winners were then honored at a dinner held in Lexington, KY Sunday evening.

The winners were selected based on grade point average, school and community leadership, letters of recommendations from coaches/administrators, and an essay on “Sportsmanship and its Role on Athletics”.

Kate and Ryan each received a certificate, award, and a $350 scholarship. Congratulations once again to both for representing Christian Academy and the 7th Region.

On Friday, senior Logan Wade, signed a letter of intent to play basketball at Transylvania University next year.

Wade transferred to CAL his junior year and has played basketball since the first grade. “I attribute success to hard work and never giving up,” said Logan.

“Logan has had a passion for basketball since he was a baby. He has a passion that you don’t see in others. He is one of those guys who just loves the game. He gives 1,000 percent. We are anxious to see him play at the next level,” said Logan’s father, Keith Wade.

“Logan is a great individual. I would not have wanted to make the transition to CAL together with anyone else,” said CAL boys’ head basketball coach, Casey Smallwood, who came to CAL Wade’s junior year. “His hard work is what drives his success.”

Wade was named to the All-District team as well as the 2nd All Region Team his senior year. After visiting other schools, Logan chose Transylvania for their business program, which he plans to major in next fall.

CAL Athletics will be hosting a NEW Uniform Sale on Friday, April 26th from 3-6pm and Saturday, April 27th from 8-noon in the blue gym.  We have recently acquired school uniforms from a retail store that is no longer in business. Chapel shirts with embroidered logo will be available (required for 2013-2014 HS school year).

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On Friday, senior Hunter Trenaman, signed a letter of intent to play football at Centre College. The signing ceremony was opened in prayer by Director of Athletics, Darin Long.

When asked about choosing Centre College, Trenaman said, “I chose Centre because of the academic opportunity I will have there, as well as for their successful football program.”

“Not only will Hunter have a great opportunity to play football, but he will also get a great education at a school like Centre,” said CAL head football coach, Stefan LeFors. “He’s been a leader and an anchor for our team offensively and defensively the last two years. I’ll miss the energy he brings to the field.”

Hunter’s parents, Tracy & Kristen Trenaman, thanked coaches for helping Hunter succeed on and off the football field.

“As a parent, seeing what Hunter has done and the hard work he’s put in, I know he’ll be successful in life,” said Mr. Trenaman. “We are excited to see what the next four years hold.”

“I can’t say enough good things about Hunter. It’s been a pleasure watching him grow and being a part of his football experience,” said CAL assistant football coach and sports performance head coach, Greg Lile.

Trenaman ended the signing ceremony by thanking God, his friends, family, and teammates. “I’m ready to follow God’s plan for me at Centre,” said Hunter.

Hunter’s football achievements include being named All-State in Academics by the Kentucky High School Athletic Association (KHSAA), 2011 & 2012 Team Captain, All District Offensive Lineman (2011 & 2012), and Jefferson County East-West All-Star Team (2012). In addition to his football achievements, Hunter has received numerous academic accolades. Hunter has played football for CAL since the 5th grade and was also a member of the CAL Varsity Lacrosse team his freshmen, sophomore, and junior years.

Hunter looks forward to playing for the Colonels and plans on majoring in Pre-Physical Therapy.

Christian Academy of Louisville will be hosting the John Calipari Satellite Basketball Camp Thursday, June 20.  The camp is open to grades K-12.  Sessions are 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1:30-4:30 p.m.