Centennial High athletes, coaches lauded at board meeting after strong fall season

The Centennial School District board recognized student athletes and coaches during the Dec. 10 meeting, highlighting a successful fall sports season at Centennial High School.

CHS principal Marin Miller and athletic director Dante Gouge introduced athletes from cross country, football, boys and girls soccer, volleyball and other programs, listing league and state honors including first-team, second-team and all-state selections. The presentation named Alex Valencia as the 5A boys soccer player of the year and noted other state honors (first-, second- and third-team all-state) and league awards. Board members offered brief congratulations and applause.

Athletic director Gouge and principal Miller noted increased participation across programs — including a surplus of girls interested in soccer — and praised coaching staff; the presentation included practical notes about student recognition logistics and invited photo opportunities. There were no formal motions or policy decisions associated with the recognitions; the item functioned as a ceremonial acknowledgement of student achievement.