Monday, May 18, 2015

OHS Speech Team Holds Awards Banquet


 

 

By Tyler DeVault, OHS Torch Reporter

 
            The OHS Speech Team held an end of the season awards banquet on Wednesday, May 13th; those who were in individual events, Contest Play, and Group Interpretation were invited to attend.

            “Being a part of speech was a great experience. It helped me boost my confidence and everyone on the team was so supportive and willing to help you,” said Sophomore Everlynn Roberts.

The Marjorie Risser Award goes to a first-year contestant in speech. This show that the person who received this award took risks in a new activity. The award went to Freshman Dylan Marris.

The Betty Tambling Award goes to a junior or senior who has stayed with the activity faithfully. This award goes to someone who doesn't necessarily win championships, but shows dedication to the team. The award went to Senior Tyler DeVault.

The Mark Schwartz Award goes to a senior, or junior, who typically has the most success as a competitor. It can also go to a team member who speaks the truth well. This award was presented to Senior Jessie Birckelbaw and Junior Collin Schopp.

The Julie Anne Crum Award goes to a junior or senior who participated in Contest Play or Group Interpretation and loved the group aspect of the activity. This person also helped keep the group together and produced positive results. This award went to Senior Allison Schuette  

The Technical Theater Award goes to a junior or senior who contributed to the production of one or both Contest sets. This award went to Senior Tim VanDyke.

“The crew for the contest play had some challenges to overcome, such as losing a great deal of the crew to spring break vacations during the contest. But in the end we all put forth the effort to get the set constructed and ran the show on the road with good effect,” said VanDyke

The OHS Speech Team wrapped up a successful season in March with the conclusion of Group Interpretation Edward Scissorhands and Contest Play Steel Magnolias. The Contest Play placed fifth and the Group Interpretation placed sixth. The individual event season ended in late February, sending nine events to sectionals.

 









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