The 200 medley team became Big Spring s first relay state qualifier, and went on to place 10th at the PIAA meet. Palmer came away with a consolation semifinal berth at states, and Owen, Miller and Carlson all have at least one more year ahead of them. Those four kids on the relay, for a smaller program, that s not really a common occurrence, Stover says. Wow, this is the way you hope things would be all along, and you know when fortune falls into place, that s kind of a coach s dream. Stover thinks that with a group this driven, this will be the memory that stands out a few years down the line, second-place finish be darned.
Good rivalries die hard.
With Palmer and Geyer graduating, next year may be another tough one against the Rockets. But for now, Big Spring will simply enjoy its best season ever. With a group like that, I have so many fond memories, Stover says. They re a fun group of kids. If you would like to share your opinion on any issue facing the residents of Cumberland County, you're welcome to write a letter to the editor of The Sentinel.