Today Camp Starlight’s 5th grade girls’ basketball team played in their first Wayne County game. Today’s game was definitely one for the record books. Starlight lead from start to finish winning 24-2. All 13 girls brought their top “A” game. Starlight’s full-court press was just too much for Camp Poyntelle to handle. The defensive player of the game goes to Talia W who stole every pass that came her way. The offensive player of the game goes to the oh so talented Charlotte C who scored 10 points. Lauren M, Maddie M, Jamie I, Jordy B, Scarlett M, and Jessie P all showed that teamwork makes the dream work by contributing 2 points apiece. Tonight the ladies played hard and showing their competitiveness and sportsmanship. The spirit of starlight shined bright in each lady today and I couldn’t be prouder.
-Coach Strickland
Archive for July, 2015
5th Grade Girls Basketball
Friday, July 10th, 2015Camp Starlight Photo of the Day
Thursday, July 9th, 2015
Photo of the Day at Camp Starlight
Wednesday, July 8th, 2015
Something New at Camp Starlight
Wednesday, July 8th, 2015
It sounds strange to say out loud, but this is my 10th summer at Camp Starlight. I first came when I was 7 years old, having only heard about camp through my parents’ incredible stories. I was excited, i imagine, although I honestly don’t remember much. What I do remember, however, is that on the second day of camp I was being shy and hadn’t really spoken to any of the girls yet. It’s a strange situation at any age to just jump right in and live with 8 girls you’ve never met before, but at 7, it was extremely nerve-wracking. We were putting on sunscreen before activity and next to me was a girl named Julia. My mom was, and still is, just a little (a lot) neurotic about sunscreen. With that, she only packed me cream sunscreen for my body, thinking that was the more protective option. But, Julia, on the other hand, had this super cool spray. I looked to her with envy and simply said, “I wish that I had sunscreen like that.” Without hesitation, she handed it to me with a smile and let me use hers. We’ve been best friends ever since. It’s weird how that happens, how things we’re unsure about seem frightening, and new situations make us nervous. On that day, my nerves turned into something beautiful almost immediately. I found myself in a similar situation this summer. After 9 unbelievable summers here as a camper, I was extremely hesitant to become a CA. Different worries and questions came to my mind and they all just sort of fell back to, “but what if it’s different?” And so, here I am, 1 week into this summer, heading to HC duty! It is very different, but in the best way possible. I’m coming closer to being the leader I always admired, and in that there is something really special. Just like on that second day of camp when I felt so nervous, but all at once it felt like home, being a CA has been an amazing and educational experience. Along with all the other lessons this place has taught me, I now know that just because it’s new does not mean it’s bad. Change can be good, and at Starlight it always is.
Girls 10th / 11th Grade Basketball
Monday, July 6th, 2015Girls 10th / 11th Grade Basketball
43-35
We got off to a slow start ending the first quarter trailing at 11-4. The rest of the game was another story. After shaking off the rust, the team became a dominant force. Led by Samantha B (14points) and Molly B (12 points), the Starlight team took the lead. The team was in top form and were up by 15 points during the middle of the game. After foul trouble, the game ended with the team winning 43-35. Leading the win was Jessica R and Brooke H with Dani S also contributing an amazing 7 points with her talented rebound skills.
-Coach Davis
Girls Basketball Game at Camp Tioga
Monday, July 6th, 2015Girls Basketball Game at Camp Tioga
Score 23 -14
Today 9th grade played Camp Tioga in an exciting away game. From the start of the game the young ladies were in attack mode. Francesca G showed off her flashy ball handling skills as she drove to the basket to score her first two points for Starlight. Francesca was accompanied by Morgan S and Samantha B as leading scorer with 6 points. Not only did Morgan and Samantha score 6 points but they also lead the team with steals and proved to be a powerhouse in the point snatching in 7 rebounds. Samantha also contributed in a major way by being the silent assassin; doing everything her team needed. We wouldn’t have held Camp Tioga to only 14 points without the help of our defensive specialist Jessica W who came to the game and locked down Camp Tioga’s star player. I am very proud of these 13 young ladies and the season is looking very promising.
-Coach Strickland
League Break at Camp Starlight
Thursday, July 2nd, 2015
For some of the campers at Starlight, college is just around the corner. For others, college seems a distant dream of fun filled football games. And what better way to get into the spirit of pep rally life than the epic leagues breakout? With the help of the CA’s, four teams were declared, and the competition began immediately. Colors red, green, blue and yellow could be seen everywhere for colleges Temple University, Tulane, Southern Methodist University, and the University of South Florida respectively. After a cheer-off where every team gave it their all, an epic game of four corners ensued followed by other great activities. Both upper and lower camp had a blast screaming for their teams and letting their Starlight spirit be heard from miles away. The campers are eager for an amazing summer of league events filled with spirit, competition, and lots of fun.
Opening Night Campfire at Camp Starlight
Thursday, July 2nd, 2015
When people speak of camp, there is always talk about the camp family. Now, here at Starlight, everyone is connected through their passion for this place. Although isolated from the outside world, camp allows us to feel closer together. On the second night of camp, tradition tells us that it is time for our camp sisters. These are the older and younger siblings that are by your side for the rest of the summer. These are the people that cheer you up when you just need to laugh a little, or the people who you comfort when you know they’re feeling sad. The oldest camp sister relishes in her leadership role while the younger siblings finally feel like they are truly a part of this Starlight family. Hand in hand, all of girls side walked down to the campfire sight where the night continued. Each division stood up to lead a cheer, hearing their voices ring across the mountains and showing the girls side their Starlight spirit. Next, the upper senior girls continued a long standing tradition, expressing to the camp what being here at Starlight means to them. The campers who have been here the longest lit the campfire and smores were enjoyed by everyone. As the night came to a close, campers were asked to look up to the sky to find a star. Focusing on their star, they where then asked to make a wish for the upcoming summer. The energy in the atmosphere was magical as all of girls side stood together, kicking off the 2015 summer.
