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LINCOLN — On Monday, Nov. 4, the Laurel-Concord-Coleridge Middle School attended the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Life Skills/Sportsmanship Pep Rally at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
The event is hosted by Nebraska Athletics where over 70 middle schools statewide are in attendance.
The Life Skills Sportsmanship/ Inclusion Pep Rally featured a variety of educational and inspirational messages from Husker student-athletes and coaches aimed at promoting the importance of education, diversity, inclusion, sportsmanship, and good decision-making.
Husker basketball coach Amy Williams, along with players Alexis Markowski and Allison Weidner, gave a message to the students emphasizing the importance of response to the challenges that life presents them.
All American volleyball players Merritt Beason and Bergen Reilly shared a message on the impact of positive leadership and teamwork on the court and in the classroom. Miss Nebraska USA Kami Buchanan gave an inspirational message.
“I really enjoyed the talk given by Bergen Reilly,” said LCC eighth grader, Kloie Ferris. “Bergen said things can sometimes get difficult in the middle of a season, and leadership is very important at these times. Bergen talked about the importance of setting a good example for her teammates, as if she wasn’t doing it, how would they. Bergen also talked about kindness being a twoway street.”
Kloie was selected to participate on the basketball floor in an activity hosted by Husker baseball players emphasizing communication and teamwork.
Following the sportsmanship/inclusion pep rally, middle school students watched the Nebraska women’s basketball season opener vs. University of Nebraska-Omaha.
Coach Amy Williams has an excellent team for the 2024-2025 season, entering the season ranked #23 in the nation, with many positive role-models who demonstrate outstanding leadership and sportsmanship on and off the court.
The Lady Huskers dominated the home opener with a convincing 88-48 victory over the Lady Mavericks.
The event was something students will remember for a lifetime, said LCC Principal Mark Leonard.
“Although students and staff had to get up a bit early to travel to Lincoln for the event, it was a very memorable and unforgettable day for all in attendance. The day was full of great life lessons that will surely benefit students as they learn, grow, and are faced with many decisions that will impact their future,” he said.
