THE HISTORY OF LOGAN HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS Logan

THE HISTORY OF LOGAN HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS Logan High School went back to the civil war period to find a name for the mascot. Devil Anse Hatfield formed a militia group. As recalled by one of the original soldiers, the men were such ferocious fighters that they were called the fighting Logan Wildcats. Therefore, the school adopted the name "Wildcats".

BASEBALL Randy Atkins Brandon Chambers John Ryan Steele Ryan Star Lance Haught Jared Willis Eric Wooten Taylor Krause Lou Green Pat Robinette John David Brammer Chad Akers Kevin Gertz Roger Gertz Jimmy Willis Alex Perry Kevin Bates Greg Keaton Bill Wooten Steve Adams WELL KNOWN COLLEGE ATHLETES FROM LOGAN HIGH SCHOOL

FOOTBALL, BASKETBALL, TENNIS, GOLF, SOFTBALL Greg Bartam Ross Scaggs Mike Stone Yasper Parvey Anthony Perrin Cornelious Godfrey Gary Mullins Micheal Owens Josh Fry Matt Meeks Bub Godby Mike Veres Darby Mullen Charlie Small Kim Darby Anitra Kelly Zack Green Vick Herbert Alex Nagy Ron Gaiter Willie Coleman Mark Hatcher James Davis Kenny Ross Kenny Collins Joey Cherico Wes White

STATE CHAMPIONSHIP HISTORY Tennis- 2003 Softball-1986, 2001, 2002, 2006 v Baseball- 1984, 1994, 2000, 2001, 2005 v Basketball- 1964, 1977, 1978, 1983, 1991, 2005

FOOTBALL Playoff appearances – 1990, 2005, 2007

BASEBALL Baseball State Championships 1984, 1994, 2000, 2001, 2005 v v Two State Championship Runnerups

BASKETBALL State Championships 1964, 1977, 1978, 1983, 1991, 2005 v v 56 Sectional wins 28 Regional Wins 6 State Championship Runner-ups

TENNIS One State Championship in 2003 Number one seed Doubles runner-up – 2006 -2007

TOWN SUPPORT – OLD TO NEW Closed down Stores Sold out games Central/East Rivalry Pep rallies In School Games Fan support Injuries School spirit More versatile athletes Faster game speed Bigger Student/athletes Less school enrollment Switching divisions AAAAA Less injuries Weight Lifting

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS � What is the difference in Town support from your high school experience to the present time? “ From my high school experience, it seems as if the students and faculty were banded together and seemed to care about the town as well. ” � Is there a difference in athletic ability? “ Athletic ability, no, but the skill set and ability to play the game, of course!” � Interview with Mike Stone

� Is it more difficult to earn a college athletic scholarship? “ Undoubtedly, there are so many talented athletes in today's society, and each of them are fighting for a spot on a high-end college team. ” � In Your time playing sports at Logan high, were the coaches and staff more focused on academics or athletics? “ To be honest, athletics were our main focus, but it now seems as if it’s been balanced with academics. ” � Interview with Mike Stone

� How has the coaching style changed? “ In a way, yes and no. The game is more thoroughly studied, and now a days, each player is individually critiqued by a good coach. ” � What is the difference in old and new athletic Facilities? “ Well in 1970 our gym was just as high-tech as any other playing field , and as long as we keep getting updated, then you can play the game just the same as on a black top court. ” � Interview with Mike Stone

� Explain the new age definition of a “Student. Athlete”. “ A student athlete should be a role model for all kids these days especially. They show well-rounded skills, if used correctly, and can put the skills that were learned in athletics to the jobs of the real world. ” � Interview with Mike Stone