HENRY COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Susan Burton, Communications Director
PARIS, TN – The Henry County Middle School Speech Team showcased outstanding talent and dedication this past weekend, winning a 2nd place overall finish out of seven competing middle schools at the Krider Invitational Speech Tournament. The tournament was hosted by Henry County High School.
The team, coached by Mr. David Weatherly, saw several students place in the top ranks across a variety of speech and acting events, contributing valuable points toward the overall team score. "I am incredibly proud of the hard work and commitment these students demonstrated," said Coach Weatherly. "Their success is a testament to the hours they put into practice and their willingness to perform under pressure. Placing second against strong competition is a fantastic achievement for our team."
The following students earned awards in their respective categories listing the Event, student name(s), school, and the place earned:
Duo Acting-Bryson Dean & Haidyn Marshall; Lakewood; 1st Place
Prose-Grey Mixon; Lakewood; 1st Place
Declamation- Anna Weber; Harrelson; 2nd Place
Extemporaneous Speaking-Landon Merrell; Harrelson; 2nd Place
Humorous Interpretation-Poppy Mixon; Lakewood; 2nd Place
Poetry-Benjamin Herrera; Harrelson; 2nd Place
Impromptu Speaking-Ava McCain; Lakewood; 4th Place
Poetry-Grey Mixon; Lakewood; 5th Place
Storytelling-Landon Merrell; Harrelson; 5th Place
Improvisational Duo Acting-Elijah Adamson & Ava McCain; Lakewood; 5th Place
Prose-Bryson Dean; Lakewood; 6th Place
Poetry-Haidyn Marshall; Lakewood; 6th Place
Improvisational Duo Acting-Grey Mixon & Haidyn Marshall; Lakewood; 6th Place
Humorous Interpretation-Elijah Adamson; Lakewood; 7th Place
Impromptu Speaking- David Tyler; Lakewood; 8th Place
Photo by David Weatherly