Whether it’s spiking a ball, running a marathon or throwing a great pitch, students across Georgia excel in every corner of the sports arena. GreyStone Power is excited to support students as they strive for excellence by sponsoring the Georgia High School Association Championships.

With the 2004-2005 school year half over, the Cross Country, Volleyball, Football, Girls’ Softball, and One Act Play champions have already been named. One of the highlights of the season has been the Coaches’ Corner hospitality tents at the events. GreyStone Power, along with 29 other electric membership cooperatives (EMCs) in Georgia, hosted the Coaches’ Corners. EMC employees distributed complementary T-shirts and snacks to more than 400 coaches at competitions throughout the season. The hospitality tents also provide coaches with a much-needed place to relax between events. 

“Our Coaches’ Corners give us a way to thank our coaches for their involvement with our students. We are also able to educate the coaches visiting the hospitality areas on the benefits that EMCs offer the community,” said Gary Miller, President/CEO of GreyStone Power.

All of the new 2004-2005 GHSA State Champions as well as photos from the Coaches’ Corners can be seen on the Georgia EMC web site at www.georgiaemc.com. New state champions are also located at the Georgia High School Association’s web site, www.ghsa.net.

With the culmination of fall sports and activities, it is now time to shift attention to winter competitions. Basketball, wrestling, cheerleading and drama have all started their seasons. GreyStone Power continues to pledge support to students who participate in high school athletics and other activities.

“We believe that competition helps prepare our young people for their future, and a bright future for our young people results in a brighter future for all of us,” Miller said.

Future Coaches’ Corners will be held during the following state championships:  Cheerleading in Columbus on February 4-5, 2005; Basketball in Atlanta and Macon on March 4-5; Girls’ Track and Field in Albany on May 5-7; and Boys’ Track and Field in Jefferson on May 12-14.

Representatives from GreyStone Power are looking forward to talking with high school coaches from across Georgia at upcoming Coaches’ Corners and further demonstrating that electric cooperatives do not just work for the community – they are part of it.