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Parade Celebrates L-S State Softball Championship
photo by Mona Steinhauer
On Thursday, July 15, members of the Lampeter-Strasburg softball team ride atop a firetruck during a parade celebrating their state championship.
photo by Art Drescher
The Lampeter-Strasburg softball team was introduced to the community after a parade celebrating their state championship win.
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BY MONA STEINHAUER
With sirens blaring and lights flashing, a parade on July 15 celebrated LampeterStrasburg’s softball teams’ state championship victory. Escorted by police cars, fire trucks and other vehicles, the team along with parents, friends, administrators, youth groups and others, wound their way through the community, starting at the Strasburg Railroad and ending at Martin Mylin Middle School. Coaches, school administrators and government officials spoke in front of the crowd after the parade. Words like hard-working, humble, respectful, and amazing were just a few repeated by the various speakers.
The Pioneers came from behind to defeat Armstrong 10-7 on June 18 at Penn State University. It was the second state title for the seniors who rose to the top in 2018. In 2019 the team again reached the finals but settled for second place and, of course, last year the pandemic prevented a season. So, in three seasons, the Pioneers played in three state finals. The senior class finished with an 81-8 record overall. The squad was 30-1 with 29 consecutive wins this season. They scored 328 runs on 128 hits, which included 33 homers, and gave up 58 runs.
“Wow, what a run. What we did was amazing,” said head coach Gene Charles also pointing out that, in addition to winning the state crown, the team won their section title, the Lancaster-Lebanon League title and Districts.
The Pioneers are Champions. They won with class and made those around them proud to be a part of their accomplishments. They leave behind a legacy and have set a bar of excellence for others to follow. And hopefully, if those youngsters were paying attention, they’ll say ‘I want to be like that.’
Society frompg 7 of his or her contributions to Mennonite communities. “Each brings rich life experiences,” she noted. “They have pursued very different professional work, but a common thread is caring for people and meeting their needs.”
In addition to his work for MCC, Cruz has had a varied career, which includes being an associate pastor. His work in the financial services field has most recently led him to working as a consultant for a Lancaster organization that is opening a new credit union focused on underserved persons such as recent immigrants.
Smucker earned her degree in education from Eastern Mennonite University before teaching English and German at Lancaster Mennonite High School. She is a freelance writer, and her book about Bird-in-Hand, which is subtitled “50 Years of Smucker Family Hospitality, 1968-2018,” delves into the origins and growth of the Bird-in-Hand Restaurant and Hotel and other associated businesses.
Hess noted that she hopes the event will change how attendees and viewers see their own stories. “Annual Storytelling Night helps people recognize the incredible gift of our stories,” she said. “It honors everyday lived experiences of people in our communities.” She added that the event is a step toward the LMHS vision of “a world where people reflect on their own stories and learn to value the stories of others across boundaries.”
Readers who would like to know more may visit www.lmhs.org.
Reed Chosen As Volleyball MVP
Lebanon Valley College, Annville, announced its major award winners and team Most Valuable Players (MVPs) during its 72nd annual All-Sports Award Presentation. Local students include Kaitlyn Reed of Willow Street.
Reed was a member of the volleyball team and won the team’s MVP award. A graduate of Lampeter Strasburg High School, Reed received a Bachelor of Arts in political science.
Willow Street United Church of Christ (UCC), 2723 Willow Street Pike North, Willow Street, will host two backto-school events this summer.
Students going into sixth through 12th grades are invited to attend a Back-to-School Movie Night on Friday, Aug. 6, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. The event will include a movie, pizza, snacks, games and prizes.
Blast From the Past will be held for students going into kindergarten through sixth grade on Saturday, Aug. 7, from 9 a.m. to noon. Children will learn about Jacob, Joseph and Dorcas. Parents are invited to arrive at noon for hot dogs, chips and a drink. Students will receive a backpack containing school supplies.
For more information, call the church office at 717 464-3462.
Tim Landis Retires From WJTL Post
Tim Landis retired from his role as president of Creative Ministries Inc./WJTL on June 30. Landis has a long history as a promoter of Christian music locally, nationally, and internationally. He promoted his first Christian concert in 1975 and founded Creative Ministries in 1984.
In 2004, Landis was awarded the Gospel Music Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Upon his retirement, Landis will take on the new title of president emeritus. Fred McNaughton, former general manager, became the president/CEO of Creative Ministries Inc./WJTL.
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Although educational goals, skill building and job attainment are always on the forefront for adult learners entering our program, skilling up after the pandemic takes on a whole new meaning and will be an important step for many workers who lost their jobs during COVID-19 restrictions. For some, it will mean improving basic literacy in reading, math, or English. For others, it will mean career exploration and sharpening skills to move into postsecondary education or training.
The Success Centers in Lancaster and Lebanon counties are places where adults can get the support they need to build skills so that they can transform their lives, sustain their families and strengthen their communities.*
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To fi nd out more and to explore the possibilities, please contact:
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*As the safety and health of everyone is a priority to us, we will continue to offer options for both face-to-face and remote learning to adapt to individual levels of comfort in providing instruction.
Exercise Classes Posted For Seniors
The Lancaster County Office of Aging has posted exercise classes for people age 60 and up. All classes are free, but registration is required.
The agency sponsors indoor aquatic classes at three local sites yearround: the Lancaster City YMCA, 265 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays; the Lampeter-Strasburg YMCA, 800 Village Road, Lancaster, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Wednesdays; and the Lititz recCenter, 301 W. Maple St., Lititz, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Wednesdays.
Certified instructors will lead participants through a one-hour class that incorporates cardiovascular and strength exercises in a lowimpact manner. Call 717299-7924 for registration information.
Additionally, Geri-Fit, a strength training program designed to improve balance, flexibility, and strength, is being offered. Participants perform exercises using dumbbell weights and resistance bands, both of which are provided. One-on-one instruction is provided by a certified instructor, and each participant may work at his or her own pace. Attendees should bring water.
Geri-Fit locations, times, and registration information are as follows: Lancaster Rec Senior Center, 525 Fairview Ave., Lancaster, 10:45 to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays, with registration at 717-3997671; Millersville Senior Center, 222 N. George St., Millersville, from 8:45 to 9:30 a.m. and 9:45 to 10:30 a.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays, with registration at 717-299-7924; and Next Gen Senior Center, 184 S. Lime St., Quarryville, from 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with registration at 717-786-4770.
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Alexa Glatch was awarded the wildcard for this year’s tournament.
Many of the world’s current and potential future stars will compete in the event. The players will compete in singles and doubles for a purse of $100,000 - the largest in the tournament’s 14-year history.
Dozens of alumni from the event have gone on to achieve successful professional careers, including Elise Mertens, Jessica Pegula, Madison Brengle, and Jennifer Brady. Brady is representing the U.S. at the Olympic Games in Tokyo.
A program that Pipkin would like to introduce to the tournament this year is “Serving Up Aces.” Pipkin plans to contact about 70 to 80 sponsors, asking them to donate $1 for every ace that will be hit during the tournament. “All of the money from this will go to the Hempfield Area Food Pantry, which serves about 350 families within the Hempfield School District,” said Pipkin.
This year’s wildcard was awarded to pro tennis player Alexa Glatch from Newport Beach, Calif. Glatch has been playing tennis since she was 5 years old and went professional at the age of 15. “It’s been a long journey, lots of ups and downs,” said Glatch. “I feel so fortunate to get to do what I love, and I can’t thank Wilson enough for the opportunity to play in the tournament as the wildcard.”
Glatch noted that there will be many great players and a strong field - emphasizing that it may be the strongest field that the tournament has ever had.
Those interested in volunteering or sponsoring the event may contact Pipkin at wpipkin@hempfieldrec.com or 717-471-8286. For more information about the tournament, visit https://bit.ly/kosertennis.
Wilson Pipkin (left) and Alexa Glatch invite the community to attend this free Koser Jewelers Tennis Challenge.
Residents Receive College Degrees
Eight Lancaster County residents recently received degrees from Saint Francis University, Loretto. Commencement ceremonies were held on May 8 and 9.
The graduates are Allison Appleton of Millersville, Bachelor of Arts in English; Michelle Cybulski of Leola, Bachelor of Science in health science occupational therapy; Samuel Forcenito of East Earl, Bachelor of Arts in environmental studies; Elise La of Landisville, Bachelor of Science in health science physician assistant; Daniel Fry of Lancaster, Bachelor of Science in economics and finance; Kei-shon Graham of Lancaster, Bachelor of Arts in psychology; Aubrey Suydam of Lancaster, Bachelor of Science in social work; and Dawn Wardell of Lancaster, Associate of Science in early childhood education.
