Poly and Jordan battled it out to rally up friendly competition for the Homecoming game last Thursday at the annual Homecoming Battle.
Student Commission organized another successful Battle, this time in the parking lot of the Baja Senora on Atlantic Avenue, to help raise funds and school spirit in anticipation for Poly’s Homecoming football game.
“I was the head of this event and there was a lot of work that went into it,” explained senior Girls’ Athletic Director Alexis De La Fuente. “Pep rally fundraisers are a great way to raise money for our school while showcasing the talent of our band and cheerleaders.”
Poly and Jordan faced off in the form of a combination battle of the bands and cheer off where they took turns to exhibit their expertise and muster up a spirit of competition and school pride. There was also a performance by the Jordan dance team and an appearance by some of the International Ambassadors who were formally showcased during the Homecoming game.
“It’s fantastic to have this friendly rivalry on and off the field,” said Poly’s co-Principal Principal, Joe Carlson. “Poly and Jordan have more in common than you think.”
The event served not only to bring together the two schools in a friendly competition, but also to raise money. Ten percent of all the proceeds Baja Senora made that night was split in half and given back to both Jordan and Poly.
“It was a really fun experience; it’s something I probably wouldn’t forget. It was really cool to see all these people come out to support the teams,” said junior songleader Sonita Tan.
Poly and Jordan faced off once again on the field last Friday at the homecoming game in which the Jackrabbits won 31-0.
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