Mock Trial Team Makes Us Proud!

Thanks for the encouragement given to the Mock Trial student! Several participants were overheard saying how fellow teachers and students approached them and encouraged them.  The GACS team ended up splitting both Friday night and Saturday morning (February 5-6) finishing with two wins and two losses.

The Spartans defeated Peachtree Ridge and Duluth High Schools, but lost to Grayson and Brookwood. That was not good enough to advance to the county semifinal round.

Team Coach Gary Crane appreciates all the parents and friends who came out to support the competition.  Mr. Crane says, “Our students reflected our school and Christian standards very well. It was exciting to watch them in the courtroom!  Three students received individual awards: Ty Alston for his performance as the defendant, Tin Lazar also for his role as a defense witness, and Chase Roberts for his role as an attorney.”

We’re proud of he GACS 2010 Mock Trial team!

Spartan Wrestlers Wrapping up a Great Season

Congratulations to the Spartans Wrestling Team. They placed fourth at the 6AA Area Tournament at Lovett on Saturday, February 6.

Seven Spartan wrestlers will move on to the West Sectional Tournament next weekend at Sonoraville HS. Caleb Bumpers (112), Will Parker (130), Will Hemby (140), and Ethan Tolbert (145) placed fourth. Placing third were Zach Feuerbach (152) and Matthew Wade (285). Area 6AA champions were Kalif Raymond (119) and Jared Hemmings (171). Congrats to Head Coach Jeff Harsh and all Spartan wrestlers who are already having a fantastic season.

2009 Marching Spartans- Worth Highlighting Again

The MARCHING SPARTAN BAND is composed of 55 students, who for every football game march out and play for the fans of GACS.

The band is led by Mr. Wes York, who picks the selection of songs and draws out the different formations for the band to perform. He also schedules out the season and plans the season’s new halftime routine.

The real magic of the marching band begins with the work done at the marching band camp. This is where students new to marching band learn the basics, and where everyone learns the beginning of the half-time show.

The students practice every Tuesday and Thursday for two-and-a-half hours to work on their routine. This is combined with a short one-hour practice on Friday before the big game. This amounts to the total of six hours each week that the marching band puts into to each of the Friday night games.

This year’s selection for the marching band has the theme of ‘Chicago’ with the songs: “Make Me Smile,” “Saturday in the Park,” “Mononucleosis,” “Hard to Say I’m Sorry,” “25,” and “6 to 4.”

Come out on Friday night not only to watch the game, but also to see the Mighty Marching Spartans in action.

Clovis Sings Fight Song

Mr. Clovis has a message for all Fall Athletes. GO SPARTANS! [Replay to get video without buffering disconnects.]

Clovis Fight Song from GACS SpartanSpear-it on Vimeo.

Komisarow a Clear-cut Ace

AMANDA Komisarow has made a name for herself in a county brimming with talented athletes. Since her sophomore year, she has been a major standout in the volleyball world. She was First Team All-County in 2007, Area 4A/AA Player of the Year in 2008, Area 4A/AA Tournament MVP in 2008, Scholar Athlete All-County in 2008, and First Team All-County in 2008.

For two years straight she has been named in the Gwinnett Daily Post Super Six. That’s an accomplishment difficult to come by in any sport. Amanda has set season school records in most attack kills and most kills. In school standings, she is the fifth for most aces in a season and tenth for most digs.

Amanda has strived in excellence on and off the court. She is an active participant of several school clubs and associations. She is an amazing student and makes a difference helping in the community. Even though Amanda is a dominate force on the court, she shares her success with her teammates. The Lady Spartans have had an amazing start to their season. They’re on their way to another Sweet Sixteen and hopefully a State Championship.

Q & A with Coach Tim Vick, GAC Athletic Director

• Eric: What are your expectations for the fall sports this year?
• Coach Vick: I expect them to do the very best they can, represent their parents and God, and honor God in all they do.
• Eric: What particular successes do you think should be noted so far this fall?
• Coach Vick: The girls’ softball team beat Lovett and they looked very good. Volleyball is on a roll, and cross country placed fifth in county.
• Eric: Do know of any particular games or matches coming up you think that people shouldn’t miss?
• Coach Vick: Not one in particular is special. They should come and watch them all!