McKenzie Middle School Soccer Celebrates Eighth Grade Night
From the Apr 22, 2025 e-Edition
McKENZIE (April 14) — McKenzie Middle School boys soccer celebrated Eighth Grade Night during Monday's match against Henry County at Walter Butler Stadium on the campus of Bethel University.
Seven players and two managers were recognized and joined on the field by parents.
Draven Black was escorted by his mother LaTasha Cashman.
Alan Dickson was escorted by his mother Erin Dixon.
Cal Fawcett was escorted by his parents Blake and Laura Fawcett.
Diego Hernandez was escorted by his parents Sandra Hernandez and Patrick McCasland.
Liam Moore was escorted by his mother Heather Moore.
Bryson Nolen was escorted by his mother Sharie Kalis.
Bentlee Shands was escorted by his mother Brittany Shands.
Manager Meghan Cowan was escorted by her parents Amanda and Brent Cowan.
Manager Sophie Dameron was escorted by her parents Danita and Steven Dameron.
In the e-Edition
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