Weekend of Champions for the Bulldogs

Cheerleaders take state; Wrestlers finish as runner-up

February 22, 2009

The weekend of February 21 will long be remembered by Bulldogs fans. The weekend saw the crowning of a team and individual state champions, runner-ups, and several other awards.

The weekend started off with the final rounds of the State Wrestling Tourney. The Bulldogs used a strong medal round to secure the school's first runner-up trophy in Class B. This marked the highest finish for a Bulldog Team. In addition to the runner-up trophy, Joe Alston won the 215 lbs. weight class. Other members placing at state included: Seth Kubik - 2nd at 152 lbs, Kiefer Coatney - 2nd at 145 lbs, Mat Oliver - 3rd at 140 lbs, Darian Haynes - 3rd at 135 lbs, and Trent Mertes - 3rd at 103 lbs.

The weekend ended with the Auburn Cheerleaders competing at State Cheerleading and Dance Championships. They competed in two divisions in Class C - non-tumbling/non-building routine and the sideline cheer routine. The squad won the State Championship in non-tumbling/non-building routine. The were the runner-up in the sideline cheer division.

In between the two events, the Auburn Band competed at the Elkhorn Band Olympics. They finished 3rd in their competition.

Congratulations to all of the Auburn High School students, coaches, parents, and fans!