Pink Out

The JV and varsity volleyball teams were looking forward to the volleyball games against the Potters House Pumas on Tuesday, September 11th.  These would be our first home games of the year.  Of course, like any other sports team, we were hoping both teams would come out with wins.  But there would be something else that would make these games extra special.

Our school is still mourning the death of our beloved teacher and friend, Mrs. Meyer.   For this reason, we decided to dedicate the games in memory of her.  Everyone was heartbroken when she was diagnosed with breast cancer two years ago.  Mrs. Meyer had a wonderful impact on CCS.  The way she lived out her everyday life proved her love for Jesus.  She felt that prayer and prayer requests were very important, and would take half a class period sharing them if we needed to.  Mrs. Meyer was never too busy to talk to us, especially if we were struggling with something in our daily lives.  She was always spiritually strong, even when she was physically weak.  I remember days when she would have chemotherapy in the morning, and come in later that day to teach us.  Nothing could drag Mrs. Meyer down, and she could always make you smile and laugh.  Her favorite nickname for people was “Sweetie Poo Pie.”  I’m not sure why, but it’s something special we’ll remember about Mrs. Meyer.  Her amazing legacy was what caused us to dedicate these games to her.

Our teams got pink jerseys and the whole school got wristbands that said “Mrs. Meyer” followed by the breast cancer symbol and “Sweetie Poo Pie.”  We also had a pink-out for the games where many of the spectators wore pink.  The JV game was a close one.  We won the first game, but it was close.  The second game was also a battle that the Pumas won.   The third game to 15 instead of 25 would decide the winner.   Thankfully, we pulled ahead and won it.  Then it was the varsity’s turn to play.  The Pumas were no match for our Eagles.  They won the first three games which won the match.  It was awesome to win these games, especially since it was for Mrs. Meyer.

-Megan Mitchell, Freshman