Roaring school spirit for Friday Afternoon Lights

The North and South Gyms at Greenwood were buzzing with energy as the Senior Boys’ Basketball and Senior Girls’ Volleyball teams faced off against Appleby College’s teams at our second-ever Friday Afternoon Lights on January 17. It’s an initiative started by our Heads of Student Leadership in cooperation with our Athletics department and Committee. Last term, Greenwood hosted Lakefield College School in our first-ever Friday Afternoon Lights. To kick off this winter term’s Friday Afternoon Lights, Heads of Student Leadership, Kylie Armstrong ‘25 and Charlie Waghmare ‘25 emceed the introductions for each player from each school’s teams as the crowd cheered. 

Once the introductions and team photos were taken, the games began in both gyms. The Senior Boys’ Basketball team took the lead early on with a few baskets that netted some points. While Appleby College’s team nearly caught up in points during the second half, Greenwood’s team kept the offensive pressure on while maintaining a strong defensive play to win the game 49-41. The team then celebrated with their Grade 12 Spotlight with their fans and families in attendance. 

The Senior Girls’ Volleyball team also saw a strong start to their match against Appleby College. The team easily won the first two sets (25-17 and 25-20) to put them ahead early in the game. Appleby College’s team came back to take the third set 25-17 before Greenwood secured the win by beating Appleby College 25-23 in a tight fourth set. The team also celebrated with a Grade 12 Spotlight featuring their fans and families.

Congratulations to our Greenwood Grizzlies and thank you to Appleby College for being great opponents during our second-ever Friday Afternoon Lights. And also a big thank you to the Heads of Student Leadership, Athletics department, Athletics Committee, school administration and most importantly, our fans for supporting this great school-wide initiative!