Staffsketball recap

Henry McKeand
Editor-in-Chief and A&E Editor

     The staff and students of Apex High knew that the Staffsketball game last Thursday would be a fun spectacle, but no one could have predicted what a good game it would really be.  For one, the game had a huge turnout, filling up the gym with over six-hundred students.  The action on the court, however, was more intense than expected.  The Black and Gold teams, coached by Elle Hepburn and Ian Boyd, respectively, were virtually neck-and-neck the entire game, but the Gold team eventually prevailed thanks to rock-solid teamwork and the aggressive play style of science teacher and Staffsketball M.V.P. Frederick Blanks.  Both teams put their all into the game, and it was great to see the teachers play with that level of heart.  Basketball coach Forrest Moog was not surprised at all by the Gold Team’s close win, saying, “They are our archrivals in the conference. Every year it’s a great game; it’s tight whether it’s here or away.  It’s a tradition, but I told everyone beforehand that the Gold Team is just better looking.  Honestly, when you know you’re going to win it’s not as exciting, but it still feels good.”

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      There were also some major moments outside of the game itself.  It started out with a powerful performance of the national anthem by Daisy Bingham.  The main goal of the game was to raise money for Free the Children, an international charity that gives aid to people in need.  The fundraising was a huge success, eventually bringing in $630.  The money was raised in honor of math teacher Rebecca Hill, who passed away last Wednesday.  The fundraising announcement coupled with the tribute to Mrs. Hill was a touching and heartwarming way to honor her memory, and it was easily the most impactful moment of the night.  Overall, the first Apex High Staffsketball game was an entertaining and exciting way to raise money for a good cause, and there will hopefully be many more games in the future.  At press time, Moog said, “If I can still walk, I’m absolutely looking forward to it next year.”