**SHOT FOR THE JACKPOT**
The final night for the Shot for the Jackpot is tonight, Tuesday, February 11 when the Pirates take on Milton-Union. The jackpot tonight is worth $1419. One lucky and skilled person will take home the $1419 tonight. Three tickets will be picked tonight and those 3 people will participate in a shooting contest at halftime of the varsity game. The winner of the shooting contest will take home the Jackpot. You can designate someone else to participate in the shooting contest for you.
You can buy your raffle tickets tonight at the game: $1 for 3 tickets; $5 for an arm's length.
All of the profit from the Shot for the Jackpot contest goes to our Riverside Athletic Boosters.
Valentine's Week #gopirates
BPA is selling Raffle Baskets tickets tomorrow during Senior night to raise money for BPA Nationals. See attached flyer for details.
The Riverside Interact Club hosted a luncheon with the Bellefontaine Rotary Club today. It was a great chance to share all the things Interact has been achieving!
RIVERSIDE ATHLETICS: FEBRUARY 10-15, 2025
Another reminder that tomorrow, February 11, there will be a special presentation between the JV and Varsity basketball games to honor our winter athletes.
Parents and Senior Athletes:
-please be at the school by 6:45
-please be outside the gym doors at the end of the JV 4th quarter to get lined up
- please make sure your senior athlete has filled out their script sent by email for student council to read during the presentation
-This will also be the last game for the Senior Boys Basketball players and Cheerleaders on their home court, so hoping for a large crowd and jock block to make tomorrow night memorable!
Attention Parents: Just FYI, there has been a slight change to our school menu. It has also been uploaded to the school website, if you happen to print this calendar for your refrigerator art. :-)
PIRATES for the Week of 2/3/25: Ryan Greene, Nevaeh McFarlin, Anna Castallante, Kash Atterholt, Mina Purk, Kailyn Winfrey, Tessa Hill, Shelby Wickline, Braxton Donnal, Bella Anderson, Tucker Tatman, Kyleah Holycross, Scarlet Lentz, Zaidee Pope, Byron Carman
Riverside Boys Battle at Covington; Brody Orsborne Sets Freshman Scoring Record
The Riverside Pirates traveled to Covington on Friday night for a three-game showdown. While the freshman team fell short, both the JV and varsity squads secured victories in a competitive night of basketball. The night was highlighted by Brody Orsborne’s historic achievement, as he set a new Riverside freshman scoring record.
Freshman Game
The young Pirates struggled offensively, falling to Covington 43-18. Aiden Fout led Riverside with 6 points and 5 rebounds, while Gabe Steineman contributed 7 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 steals. Garrett Purtee made an impact on the boards, pulling down 8 rebounds and adding 2 assists.
Junior Varsity Game
Riverside’s JV team fought hard for a 50-46 win, holding off Covington in a tight contest. Syler Clark led the way with 14 points and 5 rebounds, while Cooper Crouch added 10 points and 2 assists. Justin Mazariegos provided a strong all-around performance with 7 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 steals.
Varsity Game
The varsity Pirates put on an impressive offensive display, defeating Covington 73-57. Jaxon Woods dominated the game with 25 points, an outstanding 18 rebounds, and 6 assists. Brody Orsborne delivered a well-rounded performance with 14 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists, but his biggest moment came when he scored his 176th point of the season, officially breaking the Riverside freshman scoring record previously held by Ayden Clary (174 points). Gavin Orsborne chipped in 13 points and 2 assists, while Hayden Sanford added 12 points, 3 rebounds, and 2 assists. Landon Purtee contributed exceptional defense and 7 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists, and Carter Kreglow helped control the glass with 5 rebounds.
Riverside will look to carry this momentum into their next matchup tonight at home vs Houston. Congratulations to Brody Orsborne on his record-setting performance!
The second graders had so much fun celebrating the 100th day of school!!
RHS GIRLS BASKETBALL: SCHEDULE UPDATE
The Riverside Lady Pirates play at Bradford on Saturday, February 8. The JV game has been cancelled. This will be a varsity game only starting at 11:00 a.m.
TRC JH GIRLS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
Riverside 7th and 8th girls are both playing at Troy Christian in the 1st round of the tournament on Saturday, February 8.
Game Times
8th-Grade - 9:30 AM
7th-Grade - 10:30 AM
Location
Troy Christian Junior High Gym
1586 McKaig Ave.
Troy, Oh. 45383
Cost
Adults - $7
Student/Seniors - $4
Cash and Cards will be accepted at the gate.
ONLY TRC Conference passes are accepted at Championship events.
Second Grade will be celebrating the 100th day of school tomorrow!!
This evening's Parent Teacher Conference from 3:30pm to 6:30pm and all athletic events will proceed as scheduled despite today's school closing. Thank you!
Thursday, February 6, 2025
RIVERSIDE ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME: JERILYN THOMPSON
Riverside High School recently inducted Jerilyn Thompson into the Riverside Athletic Hall of Fame. Jerilyn is a 1975 Riverside graduate. Congratulations Jerilyn!
*Pictures and Information for Jerilyn are attached.
RIVERSIDE ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME: DALTON BOLLINGER
Riverside High School recently inducted Dalton Bollinger into the Riverside Athletic Hall of Fame. Dalton is a 2014 Riverside graduate. Congratulations Dalton!
*Pictures and Information for Dalton are attached.
One week from today, February 11th, Riverside will host the Winter Athlete Senior Night between the JV and Varsity games. Parents and Senior Athletes are asked to meet Student Council in the hallway 4th quarter of the JV game (around 6:45). Riverside is excited to celebrate these athletes and their parents!
Thanks to those that donated keyboards to our music program. We are enjoying getting started on our piano work!
EAB developed a Chronic Absenteeism Collaborative to help superintendents hardwire effective parent communications and reduce chronic absenteeism. For more information please visit eab.com/resources for more Attendance Checklist “Nudges”.
