East Grand Rapids High School is a public secondary school located in East Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States. The school's athletic teams, known as the Pioneers, compete in the Ottawa-Kent Conference. Among the various sports offered, hockey holds a special place in the school's history and tradition.
A Tradition of Athletic Excellence
The EGRHS Pioneers compete in the Ottawa-Kent Conference. School colors are blue and gold.
The Pioneers' boys' and girls' water polo teams compete in the Michigan Water Polo Association (MWPA), while the coed crew team is a member of the Scholastic Rowing Association of Michigan. The sailing team is a member of the Midwest Interscholastic Sailing Association (MISSA). The girls' field hockey team is a member of the Michigan High School Field Hockey Association, and girls also participate in a competitive Dance Team a member of the "Universal Dance Association" (UDA). The boys' lacrosse team won six Michigan High School Lacrosse Coaches Association (MHSLCA) titles before the sport was sponsored by the MHSAA.
East Grand Rapids High School has a rich history of athletic achievement across various sports. Here's a glimpse of their success in Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) championships:
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MHSAA Championships
The school has achieved significant success in a variety of sports, reflected in the number of MHSAA championships won over the years.
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Here is a table summarizing the MHSAA championships won by East Grand Rapids High School in various sports:
| Sport | Titles |
|---|---|
| Baseball | 1 |
| Boys Basketball | 1 |
| Girls Cross Country | 2 |
| Football | 3 |
| Boys Golf | 7 |
| Girls Golf | 3 |
| Boys Lacrosse | 6 (MHSLCA) |
| Girls Lacrosse | 2 |
| Boys Skiing | 2 |
| Girls Soccer | 1 |
| Boys Swimming & Diving | 14 |
| Girls Swimming & Diving | 7 |
| Boys Tennis | 14 |
| Boys Track & Field | 1 |
| Girls Volleyball | 1 |
These championships highlight the dedication and talent of the student-athletes and coaching staff at East Grand Rapids High School.
The Performing Arts Center
The Performing Arts Center (PAC) is a 671-seat performance hall used for drama productions and musical performances. It features a full orchestra pit, dressing and makeup rooms, and a green room.
Presidential Visit
On April 20, 2007, President George W. Bush visited East Grand Rapids High School.
East Grand Rapids High School continues to uphold its tradition of excellence both in academics and athletics, fostering a well-rounded environment for its students.
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