The Varsity volleyball squad began Greater Neuse River play last night against Clayton and earned their first conference victory of the season over the Comets 3-0.
Garner (3-2, 1-0) had outstanding performances from several players including Kristen Powell who contributed 13 kills, eight service points for the night along with five blocks. Kasha Jeffries provided 16 service points and two kills, while Lauren Pierce added four kills and two blocks. Emily Fleming also aided the cause with seven service points, two digs and several assists. Courney Weathersbee plays key role with multiple assists and digs as setter and assisting with with two successful blocks for the night.
The Lady Trojans return home on Thursday night to host East Wake. The JV match begins at 4:30 with the varsity following at 5:30.
Volleyball picks up first conference victory
Lady Trojan Tennis downs East Wake
Garner 7
East Wake 2
Singles:
K. King (G) d. A. Montague (EW) 6-1, 6-4
D. Grissett (G) d. S. Blackley (EW) 7-5, 6-1
H. Hamlin (G) d. J. McAbee (EW) 6-3, 6-3
V. Velasquez (G) d. S. Smith (EW) 6-7 (6), 6-1, 10-8
S. Hamlin (G) d. B. McGlynn (EW) 6-0, 6-2
T. Vess (G) d. E. O'Neal (EW) 6-0, 6-2
Doubles:
K. King/H. Hamlin (G) d. A. Montague/S. Blackley (EW) 8-5
J. McAbee/S. Smith (EW) d. A. Clark/E. Pittman (G) 8-6
B. McGlynn/E. O'Neal (EW) d. E. Chalk/A. Walton (G) 8-4
Exhibitions:
Kristina Zani (6-2, 6-2) won in singles. Bailey Roque (7-9) and Devon McKee (3-8) lost in singles.
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This Week in Trojan Athletics Show returns tonight
The Trojan Sports Network will team up with Aversboro Restaurant to bring you the This Week in Trojan Athletics Show every Monday night at 7:00.
Fans are encouraged to attend the show at Aversboro Restaurant at 1411 Aversboro Road in Garner.
However, if you can't make it to the show you can listen live to the show by CLICKING HERE.
Trojan Sports Network now available on your smart phone
The Trojan Sports Network will continue on the cutting edge of high school sports broadcasting this season as they announced a new partnership with Play-by-Play Sports Properties LLC and TuneIn Radio.
The venture with the company based in Palo Alta, Calf., will allow fans to listen to Trojan sports directly from their smart phones, from anywhere in the world.
In order to listen, fans should download the free application on any smartphone and search for "Garner High School Football. Streaming through TuneIn Radio will begin with the August 26th home football opener with Athens Drive.
"The Trojan Sports Network has been on the cutting edge of high school sports broadcasting since its inception in 2007 and with our new venture with TuneIn Radio and Play-by-Play Sports Properties, we can continue to provide the Garner High community with a way to keep up to date with the latest in high school sports.” said Chris Edwards, voice of the Trojans.
Edwards continued, "Additionally, we are thrilled to be the first school in America to venture into the smart phone medium. We believe that with this venture Garner alumni from across the world will be able to have a small piece of home with them no matter where they might be."
Games will continue to be available online through www.garnertrojans.com, however the partnership with TuneIn Radio will continue through the end of the school year.
Trojan Club President Mark Massey said, "This is a great opportunity for Garner Magnet High School to continue to promote our student-athletes, not only in football but in all sports. Our goal has always been to give our student-athletes the best possible exposure in hopes they can receive a college scholarship and this partnership will continue that mission."
Garner downs Athens Drive to stay perfect
WEB CAST.
Garner used a 16-point first quarter full of big offensive plays to down Athens Drive 29-7 on Friday night at Trojans Stadium.
On the first play from scrimmage, Garner (2-0) gave the ball to Juwan Moye who rumbled 65-yards to pay dirt for a 7-0 Trojan advantage.
Athens Drive (1-1) moved backwards in their first drive and after a intentional grounding call, the Jaguars had to punt from deep in their own end, which proved to be costly as Tommy Evanoff stepped on the back line of the end zone for a safety and gave the Trojans an early 9-0 lead.
Another Athens Drive miscue gave the Trojans another scoring chance. Ricky Clark blocked another Jaguar punt and on the first play of the ensuing drive, Vince Jefferies found Moye in the end zone for a 16-0 advantage for Garner.
The Jaguars got on the board late in the second quarter after an eight play drive that culminated with Jason West finding Mike Estes from 12-yards out and a 16-7 Garner lead.
With under a minute to play in the half, Garner scored for the final time in the half using a mix of the run and pass, however, the biggest play of the drive was a Demetrius Fairley 46 yard run which set up a three yard touchdown run from Moye and the two teams went to the locker room with Garner up 22-7.
The games final score capped an eight play Garner drive with Jefferies scrambling three yards for a touchdown and the 29-7 lead for the Trojans which proved to be the difference.
Garner improves to 2-0 for the first time since the 2007 season and will have a short week to prepare as they travel to Broughton for a Thursday night contest with the Capitals, kick-off from Broughton is slated for 7:00 p.m.
JV Football kicks off season with victory
The JV Football team began their 2011 season on Thursday night as they traveled to Athens Drive and in the first game under head coach Ronnie Lee, the Trojans came away with a 32-7 victory over the Jaguars.
Garner (1-0) opens the home portion of their schedule next Wednesday when they host Broughton at Trojan Stadium. Kick-off is set for 7:00.
Volleyball evens record
After starting the season 0-2, Coach Boyette and the varsity volleyball squad rebounded today to even their record at 2-2 while a three games to one win over South Johnston.
Garner will get set to begin Greater Neuse River play on Tuesday when they travel to Clayton. The JV match begins at 4:30 with varsity to follow at 5:30
Volleyball picks up first win
The Lady Trojan volleyball squad earned their first victory of the season Tuesday night with a three games to one road victory over Athens Drive.
The Jaguars took game on of the match 25-23, but after that it was all Garner. The Lady Trojans won game two 25-18, game three 25-14 and closed the match with a 25-21 win in game four.
Garner (1-2) will be back in action on Thursday night when they welcome South Johnston to Trojan Coliseum. The JV match will begin at 4:30 and the varsity will follow at 5:30.
Soccer earns second victory
Coach Sherwin and the varsity soccer team moved to 3-0 on Monday night when a 2-0 victory over Cary inside Trojan Stadium.
Garner (2-0) received goals from Zach Wallace, Taylor Stephens and Simba Washaya. While Stephens added an assists and Marco Perez added a pair of helpers for the Trojans.
Kenneth Perkinson helped the Trojans cause by pitching a shutout at goalie.
Trojans Clip Eagles to open season
WEB CAST.
Garner scored early and often on Friday night as they opened the 2011 season with a 62-42 win over the Enloe Eagles at Len Bauer Stadium.
Enloe (0-1) struck first as the Trojans fumbled the opening kick-off and gave the Eagles a short filed which allowed Charlie Twitty to rumble into the endzone for an early 7-0 lead for Enloe.
On the ensuing possession, Garner (1-0), used a steady diet of the run to march the ball down the field on the Eagle defense as Juwan Moye capped the drive with a rushing touchdown to tie the score at seven all.
The Trojan offense exploded in the second quarter as Garner scored through the air and on the ground. Junior quarterback, Vince Jefferies connected with Tim Thorb and Brayden Sims for scores through the air. Meanwhile, Demetrius Fairley scored four times on the night to give Garner a 42-7 halftime lead.
Enloe made a push to get back in the game in the third quarter, but the Trojans squashed the rally attempt and held on for the 62-42 win. It was the first time Garner has won a season opener since 2007 when they defeated Millbrook 28-6.
The Trojans open the home portion of their schedule next week as the welcome the Athens Drive Jaguars to Trojan Stadium, kick-off is slated for 7:30.
Soccer opens season with victory
Coach Sherwin and the Varsity soccer squad picked up their first win of the season on Tuesday night as they defeated Middle Creek 3-2.
Garner (1-0) got goals from Marco Perez, Taylor Stephens and Preston Williams. The Trojans also assists from Perez and Zach Wallace.
The Trojans are back in action on Monday when they open the home portion of their schedule when they face Cary at Trojan Stadium, the Varsity match will begin at 6:30 with the JV starting at 4:30.
Volleyball drops opener
Fresh off a 2010 season where they picked up the Greater Neuse River championship, the varsity volleyball squad dropped their season opener as they fell to Cary 3-1 on Monday night at Charles H. Adams Gymnasium.
Cary (1-0) won the first game 25-16, but Garner (0-1) picked up the victory in game two 25-23 before dropping games three and four, 25-22 and 25-18 respectively.
The Lady Trojans begin the home portion of their schedule Tuesday night when they welcome Fuquay-Varina to Trojan Coliseum, the match is slated for a 5:30 start with the JV preceding at 4:30.
2011 Trojan Club Membership Application
You can sign up now for your 2011 Trojan Club Memberships and enjoy another exciting year of Garner sports!
A Trojan Club membership entitles you to admission to all regular season home athletic events during the school year. Not only does your membership benefit the athletic programs at GMHS, but it can also save you money on admission charges. For just one sport, individual admission to the home games can cost more than a membership.
You can fill out an application by clicking HERE.
Softball upsets Scotland County; advances to third round
Garner got a big hit from senior Raven Smith on Friday night at Scotland County as they upset the previously unbeaten Scots 5-2 to advance to the third round of the 4-A playoffs.
Scotland took an early 2-0 in the first, but Garner came back to knot the game at two after three. That's when Smith delievered a two-run double to put the Lady Trojans ahead for good as they held on for the 5-2 win.
Garner will now return home on Tuesday night to host GNRC rival Clayton with a trip to the Regional finals on the line.
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Softball blanks South View
The Lady Trojans used all facets of their game on Tuesday night as they blanked South View 6-0 at Trojan Field.
With the win, the Lady Trojans will advance to round two of the playoffs on Friday night as they host the winner of the Harnett Central/Terry Sanford match up. 
Baseball ends season with loss to Pine Forest
Garner traveled to Methodist University on Monday night to complete their first round playoff game with Pine Forest which began on Friday but was suspended prior to the start of the bottom of the second inning with Garner trailing 7-0.
Pine Forest scored all of their runs (unearned) against Will Norris who was let down by his defense with three errors in the first.
Unfortunately for Garner things didn't improve much on Monday as Pine Forest added two more runs in the bottom of the second as they went on to defeat Garner 9-1.
The Trojans end their season with an 11-13 record.
Garner expresses their thanks to the seniors from this season that provided us with so many great memories: Connor Torruella, Brett Walters, Will Norris, Brett Bailey, Riley Gallaher, Colin Perry, Danny Shortt, and Kyle Wiggins.
Garner Track has State Champion
Daryl Saunders won boys high jump with a mark of 6' 8" in a rainy wet day at the state meet. The event was halted several times for the safety of jumpers. When the meet resumed Saunders was able to clear 6' 8" with no problems. The second place finisher was only able to clear 6' 6".
Congratulations for bring home another state medal to the Trojans
Baseball suspended; will resume Monday
WEB CAST
For the first time since 2006 a Garner playoff baseball game has been suspended. Tonight, Garner fell behind Pine Forest 7-0 after the first inning as Pine Forest sent 11 hitters to the plate and scored seven unearned runs as Garner made three errors in the inning.
Garner was unable to get a base runner on during their two at bats and prior to the bottom of the second, lightening forced the game to be delayed. After a delay of 90 minutes, the game was suspended and will be picked from the point of interruption.
The game will be resumed at Methodist University Monday night beginning at 6:00.
**The Trojan Sports Network would like to thank the staff and Pine Forest High School and Methodist University for their hospitality with the broadcast. A special thanks to D. Clay Best for his work during the rain delay coverage. Please note, there will be no broadcast on Monday night.**
Sports Physicals offered at GMHS!
Sports physicals for Garner Magnet High School student athletes will be offered on Thursday, June 2, 2011 at 6:30 p.m.
The cost of the physical will be $20 per student due the evening of the physical, with all proceeds returned to the athletic program at Garner Magnet High School (note: If you are paying with a check please make check payable to Garner Magnet High School).
This event is sponsored by Raleigh Orthopedic Group, Garner Family Practice, Cary Cardiology and STACK Physical Therapy. It will be held at Garner Magnet High School in the Auxiliary Gym (Small Gym).
To receive a physical the student athlete must arrive with a completed and signed Garner High School Athletic Participation Form. No exceptions will be made. You may pick up one of these forms from Mr. Guerrero’s office Room 327, or in the front office at Garner Magnet High School.
Please note if you have other forms that need to be filled out, ie for Middle School, Pop Warner, Boy Scouts, Camps, etc, you must bring that form with you. We are not capable of completing these following your physical.
In order to provide the physicians with an accurate attendance count you will need to make reservations with Mr. Guerrero, Athletic Trainer by Monday, May 23, 2011. To make your reservations, please return the enclosed form or email the enclosed information to mguerrero@wcpss.net.
For a form that you can print out, please CLICK HERE.
Also, you will need to print out and bring the Physical doctor form.
Baseball closes regular season with loss
WEB CAST.
Brian Taylor struck out 12 Garner hitters on Monday night as he worked five innings and helped lead Harnett Central to a 9-2 win over Garner to close the regular season.
Harnett Central (15-6, 11-3) struck first in their opening at bat against Danny Shortt (L, 3-4) as they scored four runs. After the first three hitters reached, Heath Bowers singled over the head of Aquail Sanders to drive home two runs, on the play, the Trojans made a couple of throwing errors allowing a third run to score and later in the inning, Central scored another run on a double steal.
Garner (11-12, 8-6) got the first run against Taylor in the second. CJ Schmitt led off the inning with a double to the gap in right center and was brought home on a Brighton Hudson single to right and it was 4-1, Harnett Central going to the bottom of the second.
Once again Central flexed their offensive power in the second as a pair of runs scored to make it 6-1 on a Jonathan Bayles two-run single.
Garner got great bullpen work by Jake Faucette who pitched three innings in relief allowing just one unearned run and striking out a pair.
After a single run in the fourth, it was 7-1 Central and the Trojans weren't finished as they scored two more runs in the last of the sixth off relief pitcher, Brandon Tant to make it 9-1.
Garner built some momentum in their last at bat as they loaded the bases against Heath Bowers and scored a run as Will Norris singled Brett Bailey home, but it was too little too late as Garner fell 9-2 at Harnett Central.
The Trojans are back in action on Friday night when they travel to Pine Forest in the first round of the State Playoffs, the game will be played at Methodist College and is slated for a 7:00 first pitch.
JV Trojans Blast Central
Coach Nelson and the JV Trojans completed a very impressive regular season as they blasted Harnett Central 14-0 in five innings.
With the win, the JV Trojans finish the season at 15-3 overall and 10-1 in the league.
Congratulations to Coach Nelson and the Trojans on a great season!