Homecoming Traditions

by Madison Snyder ‘28 

At Delone Catholic, each year leading up to Homecoming, the school shows its school spirit by participating in exciting events that get the students pumped for Homecoming. The events include powderpuff, spirit week, pep rally, the Homecoming football game, and most importantly, Homecoming! 

The Homecoming fun starts with Powderpuff when the girls and the boys get to participate in a friendly competition of football and volleyball. It is a chance for students to unite and connect with each other as a team. 

Sophomore, Isabella Vitale says, “Powderpuff was a great experience; it’s great to work as a team with people that you don’t normally interact with. It brings people together.” As Homecoming approaches, the Student Council comes together to show their spirit and bring the excitement by having each grade decorate the hallways. 

Alli Wingert, an active member of the Student Council, says, “My favorite tradition is hallway decorating. It builds excitement for the theme, and it’s fun to help create and see each class's designs.” During homecoming week, students get to dress up in fun and creative themes. Alli Wingert adds, “I love Delone’s Homecoming Spirit Week. The themed Dress Down Days are always a blast, especially seeing how creative everyone gets." 

Students really enjoy this because not only does it get you thrilled, but with being in uniforms all the time, it’s very nice to be in the comfort of your own clothes. Lastly, the night before Homecoming is when students really get stoked. The Homecoming Football game is when the most students come out, show their Squire spirit, and unleash their enthusiasm. 

Maya Robinson, a sophomore, says, “I really liked how Mr. Staub allowed students to storm the field during the homecoming game; it started a new tradition that was exhilarating and brought the student body together.”

Photo courtesy of Brienna Richelle Photography 


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