January 29, 2004 - New Madison
It was senior night and what a night it was for the three senior's Samantha Coomer, Sara Burkhart and Mattie Burns. Looking to avenge a one point loss early in the season at National Trail the three appeared to enjoy the moment playing inspired basketball. Coomer led the way with 22 points, 10 rebounds with Burns chipping in 8 points, 3 assists and Sara Burkhart added 5 points with 3 assists a 73-50 victory.
The league win keeps the Patriots tied with Franklin Monroe at 7-1 in the Cross County Conference a game behind leader Covington at 8-0.
The following is a highlight of each of the seniors career at Tri-Village High School.
Samantha Coomer
Future plans are to attend IU East majoring in nursing
Basketball - 4 years
Class Treasurer - 2 years
FCCLA - 3 years
FCCLA Treasurer - 2 years
Band - 3 years
Homecoming Court
Mattie Burns
Future plans are to attend IU East majoring in elementary education
Basketball - 4 years
Basketball Team Captain - 1 year
Volleyball - 4 years
Volleyball Team Captain - 2 years
Cheerleader - 4 years
Softball - 4 years
Chorus - 4 years
Student Council - 4 years
Student Body President - Senior Year
Bill Burkett Lady Patriot Classic All Tournament Team - 2 years
Sara Burkhart
Future plans are to attend Edison Community College majoring in business and also be involved in commerical photography
Volleyball - 4 years all CCC Team 12
Basketball - 3 years
Softball - 4 years all CCC Team 10 & 11
Band - 4 years
National Honor Society - 11 & 12 - Vice President 12
Class Officer - 4 years
Who's Who - 4 years
Boys Basketball Statistician - 3 years
Various Church Activities
"These are three quality individuals and it's been fun to have Sam and Mattie for four years and Sara three, said Coach Jim Maples. I'm sure there were times maybe they didn't like me very well... but they stuck it out and have made solid contributions to our program. I've really enjoyed coaching them. What a great way for them to go out, it's only memorable when you win and for our seniors to be at the top of the conference with a chance to share the crown is very rewarding. We have Mississinawa Valley yet to play, we won't be looking past them... and then conference front runner Covington after that", concluded Maples.
To the seniors your past accomplishments indicates a bright future for whatever you put your mind to doing. Good luck the rest of the season. Go Lady Patriots!
Box Scores
Tri-Village
#10 - Burns - 8
#24 - Moore - 9
#25 - Dill - 3
#32 - Deaton - 13
#35 - Burkhardt - 5
#42 - Skidmore - 0
#44 - Frazier - 13
#50 - Coomer - 22
TOTALS - 73
National Trail
#20 - Kyle - 14
#50 - Halderman - 14
#32 - Gibbons - 3
#33 - Troutwine - 15
#22 - McWhinney - 4
TOTALS - 50
