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September 3, 2024
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As Always...Go Vikes!
Princeton Baseball Team Special Guests of Dayton Dragons
Princeton Lady Vikes Community Soccer Night - September 5, 2024
Princeton Lady Vikes
Community Soccer Night
Thursday, September 5th
5:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Come out and watch the Lady Vikings soccer team take on the Colerain Cardinals.
Princeton Elementary & PCMS students who play S.A.Y. or community soccer will be admitted to game free when accompanied by a paying adult.
Sign up deadline is September 2nd, using the link:
Little Vikes Youth Cheer Camp and Game Performance
We are excited to announce that our Viking Cheerleaders will host their annual Little Vikes Youth Cheer Camp! This is an exciting opportunity for students to attend a fun and eventful camp and participate in Friday Night Lights!
The $35.00 cost includes a game day T-shirt, hair bow, and pregame pizza!
Registration will open online on September 4th, and registration forms will go home to all elementary students, K-5. Registration closes on September 23rd!
September 29th- 12 pm-3 pm
Youth Camp (Viking Village)
October 11th - 5:30 pm Report Time for Game Day at Viking Stadium
If you have any questions, email Coach Landon Zellars LZellars@vikingmail.org
Volleyball Match Schedule:
Come Support Lady Vikes Volleyball
Princeton at Colerain
September 5, 2024
5:00 PM (JV A/B)
6:00 PM (Varsity)
Princeton at Western Brown
September 7, 2024
9:00 AM (JV B)
10:00 AM (JV A)
11:00 AM (Varsity)
Athletic Ticket Information
Buy Tickets Online
Sports Passes are now on sale. Individual game tickets go on sale the week of the game. All home athletic tickets may be purchased online at www.vikenation.org/tickets.
The Princeton Athletic Department offers Sports Passes for Students, Adults, and Families. We'd like to encourage you to take advantage of this ticket option to save you money all school year. Passes are valid for all 7-12 HOME regular season contests throughout the school year.
Student Passes are $13 for the entire year.
Red Rage Student Led Section
Red Rage Themes of the Week
Here are the Red Rage Themes of the Week for all of our Fall sporting events! The Red Rage is our Student-Led Spirit Team. Come out and support all of the Fall Student-Athletes by wearing the correct attire! The theme applies to ALL Sports and Activities!
September 2-September 7: TEAM USA
September 9-September 14: CAMO
September 16-September 21: WHITE OUT
September 23-September 28: GLOW IN THE DARK
September 30-October 5: JERSEY NIGHT
October 7-October 12: PINK OUT
October 14-October 19: HAWAIIAN/BEACH
October 21-October 26: BLACKOUT
Meet the Captains: Water Polo Teams
Meet the PHS Water Polo Captains!
Mitchell Kessler, senior
-Favorite water polo team to play: Sycamore
-Your favorite school subject and why: Drawing and Painting, because it’s relaxing and a great way to end the school day.
-What’s the current top song on your playlist? My favorite song currently is “Waves” by Tame Impala
-Favorite meal: Cheeseburger and french fries
-Who do you look up to the most in life?: My older siblings
-What’s something not many people know about you? I also play tennis in the spring.
Caleb Thompson, senior
-Favorite water polo team to play: I really like playing St. X, because they’re our rivals, and it’s always good to play them, plus I know a lot of people on the team.
-Your favorite school subject and why: My favorite subject in school is math, because it’s always been pretty easy for me and makes a lot of sense, and also Ms. Xie is the best.
-What’s the current top song on your playlist? “Please Do Not Lean” by Daniel Caesar
-Favorite meal: Sesame chicken and fried rice
-Who do you look up to the most in life? The people I look up most are my parents, for different reasons. My mom is a very outgoing person. She can talk to anyone and is always nice. While my dad is a little less outgoing, for as long as I’ve been alive, he’s been chasing his dream of starting and running his own business, which I see every day and feel inspired to never stop chasing my dreams.
-What’s something not many people know about you? I’m a fan of volleyball.
Charlotte Solomon, senior
-Favorite water polo team to play: Mavs
-Your favorite school subject: History
-What’s the current top song on your playlist? “Everywhere” by Fleetwood Mac
-Favorite meal: Pesto, chicken, and pasta
-Who do you look up to the most in life? Ava, my older sister
-What’s something not many people know about you? My favorite color is yellow.
Meredith Ehlerding, sophomore
-Favorite water polo team to play: Mavs
-Your favorite school subject: Math
-What’s the current top song on your playlist? “Novacane” by Frank Ocean
-Favorite meal: Canes
-Who do you look up to the most in life? My older brother, Trevor
-What’s something not many people know about you? I love late night reading.
Student Fans - Game Attendance Expectations
PCMS Home Varsity Football Game Expectations
Sit in the PHS student Section of the stadium
Do not lean on the fences or railings
No horseplay or throwing items
You can be barred from future extra-curricular games at pcsd for improper behavior
Have a clearly stated departure plan with your parent who accompanied you
Call your parent when the announcement is made by stadium announcer for students to call parents
Clean up your trash
PHS/PCMS Student Varsity Football Game Expectations
PHS/PCMS- Students are expected to sit in the student section
PHS/PCMS - Students, the only time to be out of your seat is if you are buying something at concessions or going to the restroom
PHS/PCMS - Your ride home must be prompt, or you will not be allowed to attend extracurricular events. Students should contact rides at the end of the third quarter of the game.
PHS/PCMS - If you leave the game, you can not re-enter the game
- PHS/PCMS Students- Students from Princeton are expected to sit in the home student section, and non-Princeton students must sit in the visitors' section
- PHS/PCMS Students - At the end of the 3rd Quarter, ALL unsupervised students are expected to be in the stands
- End of 3rd Quarter- Concession Stand #1 (by the Scoreboard) will be closed
Save the Dates for Senior Celebrations
Join us to Cheer on the Class of 2025 for Fall Sports Senior Day Celebrations
The celebrations for our student-athletes are during home events:
September 10 at 7:00 PM -- Boys Soccer
September 20 at 7:00 PM -- ROTC
September 21 at 8:00 AM -- Cross Country
September 23 at 4:00 PM -- Tennis
September 26 at 4:00 PM -- Golf
October 1 at 5:00 PM -- Volleyball
October 3 at 7:00 PM -- Girls Soccer
October 8 at 5:00 PM -- Water Polo
October 25 at 7:00 PM -- Cheerleading
October 25 at 7:00 PM -- Football
2024 Homecoming
HOMECOMING PARADE
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Homecoming Parade 6:00 p.m.
The parade will start at PHS and end with a Pep Rally in the Stadium
HOMECOMING GAME vs. Oak Hills High School
Friday, October 4, 2024
Homecoming Football Game 7:00 p.m.
Purchase your tickets at www.VikeNation.org/tickets
HALL OF FAME
2024 Princeton Athletic Hall of Fame
Princeton Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet
Event Date: Saturday, October 5, 2024
Location: Viking Village - Cafeteria
Dress Code: Business Casual
Doors open at 9:30 a.m.
Brunch will be served at approximately 10:00 a.m.
Following brunch, the Hall of Fame Class of 2024 will be formally introduced.
https://vikenation.org/tickets
HOMECOMING DANCE
October 5, 2024
7:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Ticket Sales Coming Soon
Homecoming Parade Details
The Princeton Homecoming Parade will commence at PHS/PCMS/ Viking Village, proceed left on Sharon Road, turn left onto Chester Road, and continue as participants turn right into the stadium. For the optimal viewing experience, we recommend Parking Lot D and both sides of Chester Road between Sharon and Chester Road. Please join us in the stadium for a Community Pep Rally at the end of the parade.
Princeton Athletic Hall of Fame
Princeton Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2024:
- 2014 Girls Basketball State Champions
- 1975 Mile Relay State Champions
- 1983 4x400 meter Relay State Champion
- 1986 4x800 meter Relay State Champion
- Dave Kamerer - Lifetime Achievement Award
Tickets can be purchased at VikeNation.org/tickets
GMC Athletes of the Week
Victoria Smith
Junior
Soccer
Braylen Nies-Williams
Senior
Soccer
Annie Schmahl
Senior
Tennis
Claudia Simon
Freshman
Volleyball
Landen Miree
Junior
Football
Gabriella Ferrari
Senior
Soccer
Viking Spirit Shop Online
Are you in need of Princeton Athletic Gear or Spirit Wear?
Please visit our online shop to order directly to your house. The online site features all our athletic teams with apparel, bags, blankets, drinkware, and more.
Please visit https://shop.game-one.com/ohio/cincinnati/princeton-vikings to place your order.
Team Highlights - Fall Sports
Princeton at Sycamore
Want to continue your athletic journey in college?
Final Forms Completion
In order for your Student-Athlete to compete this Fall all of the items on FinalForms must be completed and green.
Jersey Mike's Student Athletes of the Week
Josh Davis
Junior
Soccer
Zoe Harmon
Senior
Soccer
Bella Runyan
Freshman
Volleyball
Mariah Cope-Gordon
Sophomore
Cross Country
Will Dupree III
Sophomore
Cross Country
Meredith Ehlerding
Sophomore
Water Polo
MaxPreps Players of the Week
Addison Carrigan
MaxPreps
Soccer Player of the Game
August 24 vs. Turpin
JV Alt. Varsity Goal Keeper
Off-Season Baseball Open Field Workouts
Off-Season, Open Field Workouts
Study Table in GRID from 2:15 - 3:15 PM on the dates prior to practice
Open Fields Workouts from 3:30-6:30 PM
September 3, 4, and 5
PCMS Athletic News
Middle School Home Fall Sports
Girls Basketball Interest Meeting
What: There will be a meeting for 6th, 7th, and 8th grades girls interested in trying out for our teams! Information about the process and important dates will be shared! Please check into Homeroom first!!!
Location: DEN
Date: Thurs. Sept. 12th
Time: 8:05 AM
Questions? See Coach Bradley/Simpkins Rm. 2750/2752
Princeton Middle School Girls' Basketball Open Gyms
Dates & Times:
9/17: 3:00 - 4:30 PM
9/19: 3:00 - 4:30 PM
9/21: 10:00 AM - Noon
9/25: 3:00 - 5:00 PM
9/28: 10:00 AM - Noon
10/3: 3:00 - 4:30 PM
10/8: 3:00 - 4:30 PM
10/10: 3:00 - 4:30 PM
6th, 7th, & 8th Graders Interested in Playing Lacrosse
Coach Short will be holding a Lacrosse Open Field with the HS Girls' Team beginning September 10th. Please see Coach Short in Room 2603 if you are interested or planning to attend.
Stop by Coach Short’s room for information about Open Field or joining a team.
Coach Short is also looking for current 8th-grade girls interested in playing on the high school varsity lacrosse team. You are highly encouraged to attend.
Little Vike Nation
Little Vikes Youth Cheer Camp 2024
Little Vikes Youth Cheer Camp is Back!!
We are excited to announce that our Viking Cheerleaders will host their annual Little Vikes Youth Cheer Camp! This is an exciting opportunity for students to attend a fun and eventful camp and participate in Friday Night Lights!
The cost is $35.00, including a game day T-shirt, bow, and pregame pizza!
Registration will open September 4th online, and registration forms will go home to all elementary students K-5. Registration will close on September 23rd!
September 29th - 12-3 PM
Youth Camp (Viking Village)
October 11th - 5:30 PM Report Time for Game Day - Viking Stadium
Any questions email Coach Landon Zellars: LZellars@vikingmail.org
PCMS Parent Faculty Organization/ PCMS Organizacion de Padres y Facultad
First Meeting: ALL are invited!
Wednesday, September 4
Princeton Community Middle School DEN
6:00 PM
Action items
Kick-off 2024-2025
Volunteer Opportunities
Conference Dinners
Planning Winter Dance
Little Vikes Girls' Basketball Free Clinic
Free Basketball Clinic
Little Vikes Girls Basketball
K-6th Grade
Bring a basketball
September 8, 15, 22
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Instagram: @LadyVikeHoops
All are welcome to the Hispanic Heritage Festival
Events & Fundraisers
Shoe Raffle Contest
Customize Your OWN Shoe!
Fundraiser for Girls' Basketball
Tickets - $1 for one; $5 for six
Tickets on sale during lunch bells, September 3rd-30th
Drawing will be on Tuesday, October 1st
Winner designs or picks a shoe and team will pay for it.
Raising Canes Fundraiser
Supporting Princeton Girls Soccer
September 17, 2024
3:00 - 10:00 PM
705 Kemper Commons Circle
Mention fundraiser at register and Cane’s will donate 15% of the sales to our Lady Vikes!
City Barbeque fundraiser benefiting Princeton Aquatics
Ready for a delicious meal that supports a great cause? Join us at City Barbeque (10375 Kenwood Rd) on Thursday, September 19th, between 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM and make a difference! With every order you place, 20% will be donated to Princeton Aquatics. Don't miss out on this opportunity to dine for a purpose! RSVP & details here: https://grouprai.se/s286305
PHS Girls Basketball Hosting Community Yard Sale - September 21, 2024
Princeton Girls’ Basketball is hosting a Community Yard Sale at Princeton High School on Saturday, September 21st from 9am-1pm in parking lot D.
Vendor Spaces are $25/space, table rental (if needed) is $10/table, and in-kind donations are welcomed. Food truck vendors are wanted as well.
Come out and support our Lady Vikes as we fundraise to help send our varsity team to Phoenix, Arizona in December.
To register, fill out this online form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScONrKuyybvIv3D2hDdvYE4dGQMcHvSValPkrsDwofFG-Ek8g/viewform
If you have any questions feel free to reach out to ddavis@vikingmail.org
McDonald's All Sports Fundraiser - September 26, 2024
On September 26th, local McDonald’s restaurants will raise money for the Princeton High School sports programs. Restaurants will donate 10% of all digital sales made in the McDonald’s App on 9/26 to the Princeton Vikings athletic department.
Here are the restaurants that will be raising money for YOUR school’s athletics! 10% of all their app sales on September 26th will go DIRECTLY back to your athletic department!
· 1695 E Kemper
· 11723 Princeton Pike
Princeton High School Girls' Basketball Reunion
Princeton High School Girls' Basketball Reunion
Save the Date: December 27, 2024
Pre-game reception at 6 PM, Game at 7:30 PM
Viking Village Arena: 150 Viking Way, Cincinnati, OH 45246
Use QR Code or Link to Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/e/1FAIpQLSdNGZsBwVhstSJ_WaUM1tqW_l5QVoun4rQalJrVENUvOrHH1g/viewform?usp=send_form&pli=1