Ephrata Athletics -

The Ephrata Area School Board approved the hiring of Mr. Brandon Smith as the new Ephrata Varsity Girls Soccer Coach and Mr. Steven McCabe as the Varsity Boys Soccer Coach at their February 26 meeting. Mr. Smith has been a Business Education Teacher at Ephrata High School since 2022 and is an EHS graduate. Previously, he was a teacher within the Solanco School District, where he also served as the Assistant Coach for both Boys Varsity Soccer and Junior High Boys Basketball. Mr. Smith obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from Millersville University and a Master of Arts in STEM Education from Shippensburg University. “Nothing brings me more pride and joy than giving back to the community that gave me the chance to become who I am today. I can relate to being a Mountaineer and proudly wearing purple and gold. I have played soccer at a high level, and I understand what it takes to be part of a successful program. I know the expectations this community has for athletics, and I appreciate these shared goals,” Mr. Smith said. Mr. McCabe is an Ephrata Intermediate/Middle School Health and Physical Education Teacher. Prior to coming to EASD in 2022, he was a Health and Physical Education Teacher at Penn Manor School District. Mr. McCabe’s soccer coaching experience includes serving as the Boys Varsity Head Coach at Penn Manor High School, as well as Assistant Coach roles at Franklin and Marshall College, Millersville University, and Eastern University. He was also a professional soccer player for the Kilmarnock Football Club in Scotland. Mr. McCabe obtained his Bachelor of Science Degree in Sports Coaching and Development from the University of Abertay Dundee and his Master of Education Degree in Multicultural Education from Eastern University. “As a proud member of the Ephrata community, I am humbled by the opportunity and great responsibility that comes with developing these young soccer players not just as athletes, but as a cohesive team, a supportive family, and most importantly, outstanding young men. With a shared commitment to hard work, dedication from everyone involved, and a unified vision, I am optimistic that we can build upon the rich tradition of Ephrata Soccer and experience much success together for many years to come,” commented Mr. McCabe.

Our indoor track state-qualifiers are gearing up and ready for the state meet on Sunday. This talented team of athletes bring us much #MountsPride. GO MOUNTS!

Congrats to our EIMS students who had a BUZZER-BEATER WIN in the annual EIMS Student vs. Faculty Basketball Game to benefit Mini-THON. Most importantly, $1,990.58 was raised for the pediatric cancer Four Diamonds Fund.

We’ve got another L-L Championship team! Congrats to our EHS Rifle Team! Well done, Mountaineers!

Our hearts go out to the EASD families and community members impacted by today's fire at Martin's Country Market. We are grateful to the hundreds of firefighters and emergency personnel - many who speak regularly in our classrooms - for the bravery and grit they showed today. We support a resilient Mountaineer community and believe in the strength and empathy that will prevail.

Girls Basketball Section Champs! ...for the fourth time in five years! Great job, Mountaineers! #MountsPride

L-L League Girls Basketball game for tonight has been rescheduled for tomorrow, Wednesday, 2/14/24.

Congrats to both the girls & boys swim teams for cinching section titles this week! The girls have won the section for the 4th year in a row, which is their 7th in the last 8 years. The boys won the section this year for the 4th time in 5 years. Well done, Mountaineers!

The softball turf is rolling out! Plus! Look at all the progress on the new concession/bathroom building! Learn more and see pictures of the project since construction began in August - https://www.easdpa.org/o/easd/page/athletic-fields-project

January 16, 2024 - Snow Day

Did you know EHS cheerleaders were selected to participate in the Citrus Bowl pregame and halftime show on New Years Day? They were among hundreds of cheerleaders from across the country who also earned this amazing opportunity. Congrats! #MountsPride

The Celebrating Public Education portion of the monthly school board meeting continued with resolutions for MANY post-season individual and team athletic achievements by our field hockey, volleyball, soccer, and football teams. Congratulations, Mountaineers!

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The December school board reorganization meeting included District Justice Tony Russell administering the Oath of Office to newly elected and reelected officers. We welcome Jason Breckbill and thank all board members for their service to our students, staff and community.

Members of our Unified Sports teams are participating in the regional Unified Youth Summit today to collaborate and plan activities that engage ALL students. #MountsPride #EASDLifeReady

Congrats to the EHS Girls Volleyball Team on earning the top spot as Section 2 L-L League Champs!

Interested in helping an EASD family in need this holiday season? Sign up to participate as a "sponsor" in the annual Ephrata Area Social Services Holiday Exchange program: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EkFbl43T8CsgrDryBv1O2r2z76gElToF/view

** POSTPONED ** Girls Tennis has been postponed to Wednesday, 9/27 at 4 p.m. at Penn Manor.

EHS senior Jeremiah Knowles is nominated for the MaxPreps Pennsylvania Athlete of the Week. Vote (as many times as you wish) now through Monday: https://maxpreps.com/news/r7Q7cwggbEyRohlTZQ6pjw/maxpreps-pennsylvania-high-school-athlete-of-the-week-award-vote-now.htm