Sophomore Jamaryia Morgan
There’s never a quiet week at Water Valley High School, and this one was no exception. Friday night brought the football season to a close at East Webster, and with it, a lot of lasts for our seniors. But while one season ended, another was already underway, with the Blue Devils hitting the basketball court and some of our eighth graders putting their problem-solving skills to the test at Balloon Quest. So grab a seat and let’s catch up.
The Blue Devils took on East Webster in the first round of the playoffs and fell 50-8. Playoff football is always tough, but this one carried a little extra weight. This wasn’t just another Friday night under the lights. It was the last time our seniors would step onto the field. Cheerleaders, band members, majorettes and senior fans all experienced their final football game as students.
There was plenty of emotion in the stands and on the sidelines, and for me, it hit a little differently. I’ll never photograph our football team as a student photographer again. It’s emotional, but it also feels like the beginning of bigger and better things for all of us heading into the real world.
Basketball season is here, and it’s already in full swing.
The Blue Devils and Lady Devils have been busy on the court, facing Winona, Clarksdale Collegiate and Rosa Fort. The boys are 1-2 after picking up a win over Clarksdale Collegiate, while the girls are off to a perfect 3-0 start. Now that we’ve traded the football field for the gym, I’m excited to watch both teams play to their fullest potential this winter.
Senior Jamarion Armstrong
Eighth graders also had a big week outside the classroom. Students took a trip to Balloon Quest, where they explored science-themed escape rooms. The challenges put their problem-solving and teamwork skills to the test, and by all accounts, they escaped with plenty of stories to bring back to school.
From the final whistle of football season to the excitement of basketball and a hands-on science adventure, it’s been another busy week at Water Valley High School.
Here’s to what comes next.
