Philosophy of Athletics at Berean Christian

 

What sets Berean Christian apart in athletics? Craig Lee the Athletic Director at Berean shares some excerpts from the guidelines of Philosophy of Athletics...

- We believe that interscholastic athletics are a part of; and not separate from, the total education program of the school. 

- Athletics provide an opportunity to display ideals and attitudes for which the school stands. Few other areas of the school program are observed by the public like its athletic program. Certainly no other area receives as much publicity through local news media.

-Berean Christian High School believes that "winning" is giving 100% at all times to your Lord, your teammates and yourself.

- Few teachers have the opportunity to experiment with new ideas and to witness the results of their teaching like a coach does. Rapport between coaches and athletes is usually more easily attainable than in a regular classroom situation. As a result, an opportunity for a very effective personal guidance situation is established and it is in this situation that the coach can show real leadership and direction both in the physical realm of athletics as well as the spiritual aspects of life. A good coach will recognize situations that can be used to accomplish these objectives.

- Our varsity coaches are responsible to develop programs that not only bring glory to God at all times but that put the teams in a position to win contests.

Girls Basketball

 

Open Gym will be starting on September 20th on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at either Berean or Northgate HS gyms.  All girls who are interested in playing basketball at either the JV or Varsity level are encouraged to come out and play.  There will be girls with all levels of ability so don't be intimidated if you haven't played for a while.  You don't want to wait until November try-outs to touch a basketball or start running to get in shape.  There will be opportunities to play in pick-up games or just shoot around on your own to improve individual skills.  It is also a great time to get to know girls from our school as well as Northgate HS.  

Also, stay tuned for a lunchtime meeting for all girls interested in playing this year.  The meeting will take place on Wednesday September 14th and pizza will be provided. That will be a time for all of you to meet other players and coaches and learn a little bit about our program.  Pay attention to the morning announcements for the room locations.

Fall Ball - Open Gym Schedule

 

Tuesday September 20 5-7 at Berean

Thursday September 22 5-7atBerean

Tuesday September 27 4:30-6:30pm@Northgate

Tuesday October 4 5:30-7:30pm@Berean

Thursday October 6 5:30-7:30pm@Berean

Tuesday October 11 5-7pm at Berean

Thursday October 13 4:30-6:30pm@Northgate

Thursday October 20 5-7pm@Berean
Tuesday October 25 4:30-6:30pm@Northgate
Thursday October 27 4:30-6:30pm@Northgate

Tuesday November 1 4:30-6:30pm@Northgate

Thursday November 3 4:30-6:30pm@Northgate

First Day of Basketball Season - Monday November 7

I hope to see you at Open Gym.  There are going to be lots of opportunities to play Girls JV and Varsity Basketball this season. Don't miss out!!!


John Brewster
Girls Varsity Head Coach 

BEREAN BASEBALL - Continuing the Winning Tradition

The Berean Christian baseball program successfully ended the 2011 season last spring in the quarterfinal round of the NCS playoffs and with a 15-10 overall record. Preparations are already underway to maintain or exceed each year's great results, as we are continuing to encourage players - existing and prospective - to get into a fall and/or winter off-season program in one of several existing clubs in the area. Please contact me if you would like to know more about these club programs, or if you have any questions about Berean Baseball. 

Before we focus on the 2012 season, which begins on February 6 with tryouts at Heather Farms, we want to recognize this year's team and individual accomplishments. Our team completed a championship three-peat at the Vacaville Christian Easter Tournament with a thrilling triumph in the final, finished in the middle of the pack against the DVAL, reached the NCS and advanced after soundly defeating Cloverdale in the opening round, and then closed the season against East Bay baseball powerhouse St. Mary's in the quarterfinals. 

At the year-end banquet, several players were recognized for their efforts on and off the field. Travis Tos and Jessica Vestal received the Eagle Award for overall outstanding achievement on the varsity and junior varsity teams, respectively.  On the varsity squad, by a vote of players, Devin Alexander and Logan Lisle were tapped as the top offensive and defensive players, Justin David received the Gamer Award, and Beau Walchek was named the best teammate. On the JVs, Tim Wirtz was honored with the Inspirational Award. Last, but certainly not least, Scholar-Athletes on the team included Devin Alexander, Travis Tos, Logan Lisle, Jessica Vestal, Lake Herbert, Cole Hermeston, David Padua, and Tim Wirtz.

Seven members of the team were also recognized by the DVAL's coaches. Garnering all-league honors were Devin Alexander and Drew Lamont on the 1^st Team, Connor Cabral, Justin David and Logan Lisle on the 2^nd Team, and Josh Lopez and Travis Tos on Honorable Mention. Congratulations to all, and we look forward to continuing to honor Him in 2012.

Greg Lisle, Head Baseball Coach

Justin Wade, JV Baseball Coach

GLisle@comcast.net

BCHS Head Baseball Coach

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