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Mostly Cloudy Long Beach makes waves at homecoming
The community came together to rally behind Long Beach High School as it celebrated an eventful 2015 homecoming on Oct. 16. Though the Marines we unable to best their competitors from Mepham High School, they brought strong athletic skill and excellent sportsmanship to Veterans Field for just one of many exciting homecoming festivities.
The evening game featured a halftime show with entertainment provided by the marching band, cheerleaders and color guard. Before the football teams returned to the field for the second half, children were invited to participate in a traditional race between the goalposts. They were joined by the Marines’ Bulldog mascot, who gave a wholehearted effort but was surpassed by the young runners.
High school students and staff got the excitement flowing earlier in the day during an afternoon pep rally held on Alumni Field. All varsity and junior varsity teams were introduced, the cheerleaders, kickline and marching band presented a preview of their halftime routines and students and staff members took on Class Olympics challenges.
Sebastian Vidal and Haley Lynch were crowned 2015 homecoming king and queen.
This year’s pep rally also welcomed high school retirees back to spend time with former colleagues and students and enjoy refreshments prior to the activities. This new tradition was initiated as a way to keep retirees connected to their meaningful work and reinforce the bonds within the Long Beach family.
Prior to kickoff, a carnival sponsored by the high school’s Student Government Organization was held in the middle school gymnasium for community members. High school students, staff members and other volunteers ran an assortment of games and amusements for all ages. Homemade refreshments were sold as well.
