Freeman School District 33-1

From Freeman Academy - The soccer game scheduled for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 22 at West Central has been postponed to Thursday, August 24 at 5:00 pm. There will only be one Varsity game. No JV game.

The 2023 FFA kickoff event will be on August 27, 2023 at 5:00 PM. See the attached flyer for all the details. RSVP Link: https://form.jotform.com/232251139113040

From Freeman Academy - The JV soccer game on Saturday has been cancelled due to forecasted high temperatures. We are looking to reschedule, will let you know as soon as we find out.

Reminder! The Freeman School grades 8-12 open house is tonight (8-17-2023) starting at 6:00 PM with the 8th grade. Stop in to see us if you can!

Even though the temps don't reflect it, football season is coming! Phoenix fans were treated to an open practice last Thursday in Freeman. Our home opener is this Friday, August 18 at 7:00 PM vs. Burke. Come on out to the field! The game will be streamed on YouTube and NFHS.

Reminder for Bobcat Soccer - You are all invited to a soccer pep rally on Friday, August 11 at 6:30 pm in Sterling Hall on the campus of Freeman Academy. They will be serving grilled hotdogs, taverns, chips and drinks – donations will be accepted to help support the soccer team. Come out to meet the players, coaches, and be there for the reveal of our new Freeman Academy Bobcat soccer uniforms.

The 2023 Freeman Flyers Picture Day will be on September 7, 2023. See the attached photo for all the details.

The Thursday evening Phoenix football practice will be open to the public. It will be held from 7:00 - 8:30 PM in Freeman on the practice field south of the elementary school. Come on out to watch the Phoenix gear up for the August 18th home opener against Burke!

Get your 2023 Phoenix Football Apparel! Deadline to order is August 10, 2023 at 11:59 PM. https://phoenix-fb-23.itemorder.com/shop/home/

The 2023 Freeman Flyers Volleyball store is now open! This store is a fundraiser for the Flyers volleyball program, and they will receive a portion of each purchase. The store closes on Saturday August 12th at midnight. Get your gear now! https://www.thedesigntab.com/fhsvb23

Reminder that the fall sports meeting is tonight at 6:30 pm in the HS gymnasium.

Fall Sports Meeting for Parents & Athletes Grades 6-12 on Tuesday Aug 1 at 6:30 PM in HS Gym. Parents and athletes will have an opportunity to meet with coaches and receive information on practice schedules, communication protocols, expectations, and any forms required.

The Freeman Flyers Cross Country online store for t-shirts and sweatshirts is now open. Support the cross country runners and get your gear today! Store closes on August 15 at midnight. https://https-sungoldsports-com.printavo.com/merch/freeman-cross-country-2023-merch

The start of the fall sports season is coming. Note the HS practice start dates: Soccer - July 31 Football - August 2 Cross Country and Volleyball - August 10 23-24 Physical form and sports schedules found on the AD home page: https://www.freeman.k12.sd.us/page/athleticdirector

Reminder: The SDHSAA mandated summer moratorium runs from today, July 1, 2023 until Friday, July 7, 2023. There are no activities allowed during this time.

FFA officers Emily Knodel, President, and Claire Hofer, Treasurer, attended the East River FFA Leadership Camp with advisor Mrs. Penner last week at Swan Lake.

Our FHS band and chorus students and their chaperones returned from a wonderful Florida trip this past Tuesday evening. Catch up on all the happenings and more fantastic pictures of the trip at the blog created by Jeremy Waltner: https://jeremywaltner.com/f/the-florida-experience

Congratulations to the following Phoenix Softball players receiving All State Recognition: Claire Loofbourrow – outfielder Cami Fransen – infielder Honorable Mention Great job, ladies!

The Flyers golfers finished their first round yesterday, and will be on the course today for the final round. Check https://www.sdpb.org/hsactivities/sports/golf/boysb/ for live scoring updates. Go Flyers!

Good luck to our Flyers golfers today and tomorrow at state. They left for Watertown yesterday to get in a practice round in preparation for today's first round. Go Flyers!