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Advice for Young Athletes

May 9, 2023
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Andrew Lantz, senior soccer player, offered advice to younger players at the closing celebration for the soccer team’s 2022-23 season. I was really not sure if I was going to play soccer this year or not. That decision to play has probably been one of the single best decisions of…

Halie Mast Recognized as Pepsi-Cola Student Athlete of the Week on WHSV

April 1, 2021
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By Bryan Schwartz Published: Apr. 1, 2021 at 12:02 AM EDT|Updated: 11 hours ago HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) – As well-rounded a student-athlete as they come, Eastern Mennonite’s Halie Mast plays basketball, soccer and runs cross country. “My family is all super competitive and has played sports,” Mast said. “My dad played soccer in…

Ava Galgano ’20: Student-Athlete of the Week, April 1, 2020

April 2, 2020
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Ava Galgano ’20, was named the Burger King Student-Athlete of the Week on WHSV – TV 3 on April 1, 2020. The EMS community misses seeing Ava on the soccer field this spring, but is inspired by her attitude in this interview. #GlFlames #FlamesStrong Since 8th grade, Ava Galgano has…

An Open Letter: To EMS Athletes from Andrew Gascho

March 26, 2020
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Note: Andrew Gascho has taught at EMS for eight years and served as head girls soccer coach since 2015, previously serving as assistant coach. He became EMS athletic director in summer 2019. “Andrew has brought such a calm, professional, committed and Christ-centered perspective to this role, I keep forgetting it’s…

Reflections on 2023

December 29, 2023
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As the year draws to a close at Eastern Mennonite School, we reflect with gratitude on the moments that defined our journey. Happy New Year to our school community – a year in review marked by growth, faith, and shared joy. Our students grew, achieving milestones that reflect both their…

National Signing Day

November 29, 2023
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National signing day marked a significant milestone for two seniors at Eastern Mennonite School, Sarah Drooger and Ryan Slonaker. After many years of hard work and passion for their respective sports this accomplishment for both reflects a blend of skill and determination. Both Sarah and Ryan stand as inspiring examples…

Celebrating academic excellence:10 year accreditation through VAIS

November 27, 2023
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Eastern Mennonite School has been working on the  10-year accreditation renewal process for over 18 months, culminating in a November weekend with a VAIS visiting team. Lila and Ana, 5th grade students, warmly welcomed the team to the school. Lila started, “I hope you get to know some of our…

Banners of recognition: EMS champions

October 16, 2023
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Champion banners hang on the walls of the gym to recognize teams and their successes. They showcase the journey of these remarkable teams.  It’s a tribute to the sweat, tears, and sacrifices that shape these athletes.  A championship is more than just a win at the end of the season. …

Class of 2023: Diversly Cohesive

June 2, 2023
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At the final chapel of the 2022-23 school year, members of the class of ’23 decorated (and later, cleaned up) the auditorium. Seniors Emily Hess and Andrew Lantz, who were part of the senior class executive team, shared the following reflections (watch them here). The class chose Benjamin Bixler, Bible…

48-Year Record Falls in 4X800 Meter Relay

May 9, 2023
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On May 6, 2023, the EMS boys 4X800 relay team ran a 8:11.12 to top the 1975 EMHS record by 13 seconds. Pictured above, Darrell Zook ‘76, is with the team, which included Jakob Gerlach ’23, Adam Rhodes ’25, Luga Samson ’25 and Jedrek Sneary ’25. Zook, who was part…

EMS Explores World Cup Injustices

November 18, 2022
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The FIFA World Cup soccer tournament — set to kick off in Qartar on Sunday, Nov. 20 — is creating a buzz at Eastern Mennonite School, from both a fun and serious perspective. The soccer-loving school, which marked its 1,000th boys varsity soccer match this past season, will stream World…

Our School’s History

July 20, 2022

In order to tell the story of our school’s history, we must first acknowledge the people who were here before us. The indigenous tribes occupying the Shenandoah Valley in the long period prior to the arrival of English settlements include the Iroquois (also called the Six Nations) and Shawnee nations as…

Meiser Celebrated for 30 Years Behind the Scenes

February 9, 2022
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Whether he was managing the dining hall or announcing volleyball or basketball games, Gene Meiser has made an impact on hundreds of students and colleagues at Eastern Mennonite School. On Wednesday evening, Feb. 9, 2022, Meiser called his last varsity boys basketball game, a thriller EMS victory over Shenandoah Valley…

Golf Tournament

January 25, 2022

Friday, May 3, 2024 at Heritage Oaks Enjoy a day on the greens with friends or colleagues while supporting athletes and all EMS students. Athletes benefit from funding for essential costs like uniforms, equipment, and professional support. Learn more about our athletics program. 89% of our students receive some type…

Intern Program Grows; Business Hosts Needed

December 29, 2021
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In just two years — years marked by COVID complexities — Eastern Mennonite High School’s internship program for juniors and seniors has grown to include more than a dozen organizations willing to host EMHS students to explore their interests and contribute their skills. Internships take place during the school day,…

Athletic Hall of Honor

August 22, 2021

In the mid 1970s, EMS began to recognize outstanding EMHS student-athletes for their athletic and academic accomplishments by adding them to the the Athletic Hall of Honor, located outside the entrance to the gym from the school building. Ron Delp Class of ’76 Soccer, Basketball, Track & Field Full Bio…

Meredith Hall Named Varsity Volleyball Coach

July 26, 2021
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Meredith Hall has been named head coach of Eastern Mennonite School’s girls varsity volleyball team. She moves into the position after serving as assistant coach for the EMS 2020-21 season, coaching a local area travel team, and taking part in leading volleyball camps with a former coach at Alta Vista…

Eli Crawford Named Boys Varsity Basketball Coach

June 23, 2021
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Eli Crawford has been named the new coach of the Eastern Mennonite School boys varsity basketball team. Crawford picks up the reins from Chad Seibert, who coached the past three seasons. Crawford was assistant coach with Seibert for each of those seasons. Crawford is well known in the area having…

Leadership Scholarships

June 8, 2021

Academics EMS leadership scholarships recognize students who are developing an awareness of their unique inner “flame:” the talents, interests and gifts they have to offer the world. Recipients become student leaders who are involved year-round in a variety of programs that encourage other student participation and positively contribute to the…

Chad Seibert Resigns From EMS Boys Basketball Program

May 15, 2021
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After three years at the helm of the Eastern Mennonite School boys varsity basketball program, Chad Seibert announced his resignation from that role, as well as his middle and high school physical education teaching roles. Seibert made the announcement to varsity boys basketball team players and families, as well as…

Students Add Wildfire Mural to Gym

February 18, 2021
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This article, by Arwen Hertzler ’21, was original published in the January 2021 issue of Windsock. At the request of EMS’ Athletics Department, Ms. Gascho, art teacher, and a group of four talented student artists have agreed to create a mural in the EMS gym to support the school’s athletes.…

A Summary of the Year of All Years: Top Posts of 2020

December 22, 2020
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A look at the content that engaged Eastern Mennonite School audiences throughout 2020 captures a year that some would rather forget. It was also a year that taught us how much we care for each other, how creative and committed we are, how strong we are, and how much we…

EMU Soccer Coach Mast Prepares For Season No. 30

June 22, 2020
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This article, by David Driver, was published in the Daily News-Record, April 20, 2020. Roger Mast is a member of the EMHS class of ’80. Roger Mast, like most sports-minded boys his age, grew up playing baseball, basketball, and flag football in Rockingham County in the 1970s — since those…

Flashback: Jewel Lehman, EMHS Class Of 1983

June 16, 2020
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This article, by David Driver, was published in the Daily News-Record, April 20, 2020 Editor’s note: We have begun a weekly series called Friday Flashback, as we catch up with local athletes, coaches or administrators from city/county high schools. The fourth installment is on Jewel Lehman, a 1983 graduate of…

PE COVID-19 Olympics Feature Expert Guests

June 11, 2020
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A sense of well-being, bragging rights, better health, a good grade… all of these motivated grade-level leaders in the EMS COVID-19 Spring PE Olympics the last six weeks at Eastern Mennonite School during the COVID-19 shut down. Each week, PE students grades six to 10 — as well as some…

Experienced Flames Were Built For Special Run

May 1, 2020
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The following article was written by Cody Elliott for the Daily News-Record, April 30, 2020. It was the first team meeting of the season and Eastern Mennonite girls soccer coach Andrew Gascho knew his team was excited about its potential this season. The Flames were coming off a 14-4 campaign…

Weekly Bible Study Keeps Soccer Team Strong Despite Separation

April 8, 2020
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Before the full spring athletic season’s games were officially canceled, but students were out of school, the girls varsity soccer team shared a team building activity on Google Meet in which they created bookmarks. “The bookmark was a reminder that we are in this together,” explains coach Andrew Gascho, who…

Slonaker is City-County Golfer

January 27, 2020
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Three students were named to All-City/County teams as well as the individual recognition, below. This is for area fall sports (though EMS plays golf in the spring). We also recognize Halie Mast ’21 for cross country, and Adrienne Cline ’21 and Karla Hostetter ’21 for volleyball area teams. See full…

A Decade to Celebrate: 2009-10 to 2019-20

December 30, 2019

Between 2009-10 and 2019-20, our school experienced God’s love in myriad ways… Campaigns funded through the generosity of supporters; building projects completed and an elementary school building occupied; lives shaped through mentoring, prayer and tutelage by caring teachers; supportive relationships among faculty and staff;  camaraderie built as students grew as…

Booster Club

August 22, 2019

The Booster Club helps to raise enthusiasm and funds for EMS athletics! Member funds directly support our athletic program and activities of the club. Join the club and help to:– provide proper equipment– maintain athletic fields and the gym– cover costs of an on-site athletic trainer– provide fan appreciation meals…

Faith Formation: A K-12 Experience

July 30, 2019
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Whether it’s required Bible classes, Spanish language discussion, service to others, or how we interact as athletes, faith formation happens throughout the day — kindergarten through grade 12 — at EMS. All three divisions use the Encounter curriculum, developed by Mennonite Schools Council, which focuses on holistic faith formation through…

Keri Mast Named Girls Varsity Basketball Coach

May 21, 2019
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Keri Mast has been named girls varsity basketball coach for Eastern Mennonite School (EMS), effective immediately. Mast brings extensive experience as both a high school and college player. “We’ve excited to welcome Keri to our coaching staff,” says Dave Bechler, athletic director. “She brings a wealth of experience and knowledge…

Dave Bechler Honored by Conference and State-Wide Organizations as Tenure Draws to a Close

May 13, 2019
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Dave Bechler’s extensive contribution to regional and state-wide athletics competition has been marked this spring by Blue Ridge Conference, Virginia Independent Conference and Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association (VISAA). After 23 years as EMS athletic director at Eastern Mennonite School, Dave will pursue new professional endeavors at the end of…

Andrew Gascho Named Athletic Director

April 10, 2019
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Andrew Gascho has been named Eastern Mennonite School Athletic Director. Gascho succeeds Dave Bechler, who departs June 1 after serving as Athletic Director since 1996. “Andrew is a deeply spiritual man, has a servant’s heart, depth of athletic experience, people skills and commitment to our school’s mission,” says Justin King,…

Ryan Eshleman-Robles Named Varsity Boys Soccer Coach

March 21, 2019
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Ryan Eshleman-Robles ‘09 has been named boys varsity soccer coach at Eastern Mennonite School. A Harrisonburg native, Eshleman-Robles played varsity soccer at EMHS for four years, captaining the team and earning all-state recognition in 2008. He was part of the 2007 VISAA Division I championship team. He also lettered three…

Athletics

January 28, 2019

MaxPreps Results/Stats Physical Form Booster Club Athletic Handbook Fall sports Winter sports Spring sports Christian Values Teamwork Leadership Self-Discipline EMS Athletics Mission Statement The Eastern Mennonite School Athletic department and coaching staff, in conjunction with parents, strive to develop our student athletes’ abilities in the context of a positive team…