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MPISD Clay Target Club brings home State Championship

In its inaugural season, the Mount Pleasant ISD Clay Target Club, through sheer determination and hard work, brought home an impressive six awards from the State Tournament. These included the individual varsity state championship, a varsity bronze medal, and the novice state championship. Competing in the skeet division with twelve other teams and approximately 70 competitors across the state, the team showcased their unwavering commitment. The State Tournament was held at the Waco Skeet and Trap Club on Saturday, June 8.

Individually, Trent Milam, a shining star of our team, racked up an impressive four varsity awards. These included the titles of Overall Athlete State Champion, Overall Male State Champion, Overall Athlete Season Leader, and Overall Male Season Leader.  Milam’s exceptional performance, shooting a total of 92 out of 100 to win the state championship, five full points ahead of second place, is a testament to his hard work and dedication. Milam, the son of Brandon and Mary Katherine Milam, will return to MPHS in the fall for his senior year, inspiring his fellow students with his achievements.

Also, Lance Albin shot an 86 in the varsity division to secure the bronze medal.  Albin will return to MPHS as a sophomore in the fall.  He is the son of Antoine and Ashley Albin.

Cooper Rider, the son of Nathan and Lisa Rider, earned the novice division championship with a 68. He will return to MPHS as a sophomore in the fall.

George Fite, Carson Bell, and Donald Cole, who will all return to MPHS in the fall, also represented MPHS at the state meet. Josh Blackstone coaches the team.

No days off; MPHS Colorguard gets ready for football season.

As the school year winds down for most, the Mount Pleasant High School Colorguard is already gearing up for the next. The team had the honor and privilege of hosting renowned choreographer, Robert Jordan, who is widely recognized online as thatguywhospins. Under his expert guidance, the team dedicated several days to mastering the choreography for the 2024 Goin’ Gold Band Show, “Diamonds Are Forever.” The Mount Pleasant High School Colorguard program, led by Marty Newman with the assistance of Peyton McClendon and Victor Diaz, is a testament to the team’s commitment and the caliber of their preparation.