Coach Nowlin Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 18 minutes ago, Coach Jennings said: We at Whiting do have a large oil refinery but that is not the source of our mascot. Our mascot actually came from the railroad. Railroad tracks surround Whiting and apparently large dudes called "Oilers" used to oil up the wheels of trains as they were stopped in Whiting. That's why our mascot is an oil can. The more you know... 😄 And Whiting, IN, home of the Mascot Hall of Fame!!!! Though, I think with BJ as the new HC, time to start the official petitions of ditching the Oilers and going to the Fighting Perogi's!!!! Fits the staff's fitness well!!! Cheers Mate 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gonzoron Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 33 minutes ago, Muda69 said: So there have been absolutely zero additions, renovations, etc. to the current HH high school building since the Jackson Central/Walnut Grove consolidation that formed Hamilton Heights? The current building didn't exist until 30 years after the consolidation. Please work on your reading comprehension. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gipper Posted August 26, 2019 Author Share Posted August 26, 2019 5 hours ago, Mod22 said: How about the Gladiators of Hammond Gavit Governors of Hammond Morton Pioneers of Hammond Clark The Gladiators did make this list, or at least an honorable mention, so they have that going for them. The Governors, although unnamed, is a swell nickname and should be properly represented. Pioneers? Too common, as many other squads, such as Boonville and Mooresville (among others) use the moniker. I dig originality and creativity, PC is also a must... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gipper Posted August 26, 2019 Author Share Posted August 26, 2019 39 minutes ago, Coach Nowlin said: And Whiting, IN, home of the Mascot Hall of Fame!!!! Though, I think with BJ as the new HC, time to start the official petitions of ditching the Oilers and going to the Fighting Perogi's!!!! Fits the staff's fitness well!!! Cheers Mate I could go for some Pierogi, maybe a kielbasa or paprikash, and won't rule out goulash... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impartial_Observer Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 Assume Clarksville Generals take their name from George Rogers Clark. The city of Clarksville was part of the “Clark Grant” as was most of Clark and Floyd Counties. Floyd Central Highlanders, assuming because they are the shining beacon on top of the hill. Being born, raised, and lived in Seymour all my life, I don't know the story behind our mascot. Though they don't have Football, Muncie Burris's mascot is also Owls. As I have pointed out many times, Owls are ferocious raptors. My dad was a graduate of Rockville, and he never knew the point of their mascot being the Rox. Shoals has the largest free standing table rock formation east of the Mississippi, named the Jug Rock. I've never seen it, but I've seen the sign flash by on 50 as I drive someplace else. As far as the Millers of Noblesville, I would ask @LysanderI'd wait until the early morning hours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muda69 Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 16 minutes ago, gonzoron said: The current building didn't exist until 30 years after the consolidation. Please work on your reading comprehension. My reading comprehension is just fine, thank you. It is just based on your intentionally convoluted explanation of the northern Hamilton county government school consolidation process. Again, have there been any additions, renovations, etc. to the current HH high school building since the Jackson Central/Walnut Grove consolidation that formed Hamilton Heights in 1965? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impartial_Observer Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 On 8/24/2019 at 4:51 PM, Staxawax said: Drive down to Plainfield and ask them! I believe they prefer to use the Red Pride thing now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gipper Posted August 26, 2019 Author Share Posted August 26, 2019 1 minute ago, Impartial_Observer said: Assume Clarksville Generals take their name from George Rogers Clark. The city of Clarksville was part of the “Clark Grant” as was most of Clark and Floyd Counties. Floyd Central Highlanders, assuming because they are the shining beacon on top of the hill. Being born, raised, and lived in Seymour all my life, I don't know the story behind our mascot. Though they don't have Football, Muncie Burris's mascot is also Owls. As I have pointed out many times, Owls are ferocious raptors. My dad was a graduate of Rockville, and he never knew the point of their mascot being the Rox. Shoals has the largest free standing table rock formation east of the Mississippi, named the Jug Rock. I've never seen it, but I've seen the sign flash by on 50 as I drive someplace else. As far as the Millers of Noblesville, I would ask @LysanderI'd wait until the early morning hours. I love Wikipedia--it got me through grad school. According to that website, a miller is one who mills flour... Owls--groovy nickname--just ask Bill Cosby (Temple University) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impartial_Observer Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 1 minute ago, Gipper said: I love Wikipedia--it got me through grad school. According to that website, a miller is one who mills flour... Actually I knew most of it. I have driven past the Jug Rock since I was a kid with my parents and grand parents, I've heard the story a thousand times. I learned about Clarksville in MS history. I would still suggest contacting @Lysander in the early morning hours.....ask him about any subject, it's certain to be entertaining. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gipper Posted August 26, 2019 Author Share Posted August 26, 2019 6 minutes ago, Impartial_Observer said: Actually I knew most of it. I have driven past the Jug Rock since I was a kid with my parents and grand parents, I've heard the story a thousand times. I learned about Clarksville in MS history. I would still suggest contacting @Lysander in the early morning hours.....ask him about any subject, it's certain to be entertaining. Will do--good guy. With that, I have a few that need to be mentioned: Crawfordsville Athenians, Bishop Dwenger (or Indianapolis Lutheran for our Protestant friends) Saints, Fort Wayne North Legends, Speedway Sparkplugs, and Sullivan Golden Arrows... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gonzoron Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 15 minutes ago, Muda69 said: My reading comprehension is just fine, thank you. It is just based on your intentionally convoluted explanation of the northern Hamilton county government school consolidation process. Again, have there been any additions, renovations, etc. to the current HH high school building since the Jackson Central/Walnut Grove consolidation that formed Hamilton Heights in 1965? No Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Staxawax Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 31 minutes ago, Impartial_Observer said: I believe they prefer to use the Red Pride thing now. Red Pride is essentially used by the marching band. They still embrace Quakers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ts32 Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 On 8/23/2019 at 10:38 AM, slice60 said: LaPorte Slicers Hobart Brickies Franklin Central Flashes Martinsville Artesians Slicers - I feel sorry for your golf team 🤣 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gipper Posted August 26, 2019 Author Share Posted August 26, 2019 Lots of creativity across the great land of ours: Alamosa, CO Mean Moose Omaha Benson (NE) Mighy Bunnies Chinook, MN Sugar Beeters Hoopeston, IL Cornjerkers Manitowoc, WI Ships Mitchell, SD Kernels Rocky Ford, CO Meloneers Teutopolis, IL Wooden Shoes Watersmeet, MI Nimrods Then again, some still lack creativity: Huntsville Grissom (AL) Tigers, Ironwood, MI Red Devils, Richland, WA Bombers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gipper Posted August 26, 2019 Author Share Posted August 26, 2019 3 minutes ago, ts32 said: Slicers - I feel sorry for your golf team 🤣 You guys should be up there as well! Miners--good one--as I know that's what a lot of you guys do. Conversely, I don't believe Monon, Montgomery, Reynolds, or Valparaiso has a large Scandinavian population which leads me to question their Vikings handle... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muda69 Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 31 minutes ago, gonzoron said: No Hmmmm. If you say so gonzo: https://www.indystar.com/story/news/local/hamilton-county/2017/06/08/four-big-school-renovations-coming-hamilton-county-summer/360255001/ Quote This summer, the smaller, northern district is renovating band, choir, agriculture, business and engineering areas in the high school. The cafeteria, media center and science labs have already been renovated into more open, flexible, modern-looking spaces. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gipper Posted August 26, 2019 Author Share Posted August 26, 2019 Can't believe I forgot this one, been going up there my entire life--Rhinelander, WI Hodags!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gonzoron Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 1 minute ago, Muda69 said: Hmmmm. If you say so gonzo: https://www.indystar.com/story/news/local/hamilton-county/2017/06/08/four-big-school-renovations-coming-hamilton-county-summer/360255001/ Those renovations have not been completed. So they haven't been "done" as you asked. Try again Scooter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmsu_aggie Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 @Muda69 and @gonzoron What was the name of that popular song in the Disney movie "Frozen"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muda69 Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 Just now, nmsu_aggie said: @Muda69 and @gonzoron What was the name of that popular song in the Disney movie "Frozen"? Don't know. I have never watched that movie. Sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gonzoron Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 Just now, nmsu_aggie said: @Muda69 and @gonzoron What was the name of that popular song in the Disney movie "Frozen"? What kinda man watches Disney movies??? I have no idea. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lysander Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 (edited) 52 minutes ago, Impartial_Observer said: Actually I knew most of it. I have driven past the Jug Rock since I was a kid with my parents and grand parents, I've heard the story a thousand times. I learned about Clarksville in MS history. I would still suggest contacting @Lysander in the early morning hours.....ask him about any subject, it's certain to be entertaining. Lew Wallace Jr. High (Brookville) 7th Grade - “Ticks” Lew Wallace Jr. High (Brookville) 8th Grade - “Fleas” Unfortunately “Tapeworm” and “Maggot” must have been taken. PS - IO, check the time stamp on this post. Edited August 26, 2019 by Lysander 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmsu_aggie Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 2 minutes ago, gonzoron said: What kinda man watches Disney movies??? I have no idea. When you have grandchildren younger than 6, you have NO choice! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impartial_Observer Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 3 minutes ago, gonzoron said: What kinda man watches Disney movies??? I have no idea. One with young daughters! I've long since passed the torch! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gonzoron Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 Just now, nmsu_aggie said: When you have grandchildren younger than 6, you have NO choice! Even my 2 youngest kids(who are younger than my grandson) are too old to watch movies with their Dad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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