The 2026 Winter Homecoming Queen Jacoby Driskell and King Dylan Lair are pictured along with the crownbearers Nora Duncan and River Ottmann.
The 2026 Winter Homecoming Court, from left to right, included: front row – Nora Duncan and River Ottmann, crownbearers; and back row – Nash Schomburg, Kinsley Nuckolls, Malachi Davis, Kenni Davis, Cooper Daugherty, Leo Grimes, Keira Roup, Emma Teten, Queen Jacoby Driskell and King Dylan Lair, Tayden Cook, Jack Meyerkorth, Claire Miller, Jacob McMahon, Alexi Stoner, Kipton Waigand, and Ali Ellis.
The Rock Port community recognized Coach Wayne Moore Friday night for his years of dedicated service to the school and the youth of the community. Wayne has been a big part of the successes in Rock Port athletics for over 40 years.
Jaylynn Jones presents Coach Wayne Moore with a goodie basket full of Rock Port apparel for him to take to his new home.
Chris Chamberlain gave Coach Moore a big hug as he left the basketball court.
The Rock Port dance team performed a kick routine to “We’ve Got Love” by Rihanna during the halftime of the boys’ game. Pictured, from left to right, are Braylyn Wood, Kinleigh Daugherty, Raylynn Jenkins, Brylea Shrader, Ellie Garst, Jacoby Driskell, Landrey Kelly, Keira Roup, Isabella Kroeger, Reese Herron, and Claire Miller.
The elementary dancers showed off their new moves with the help of the dance team.
The Rock Port dance team held a dance clinic for the elementary girls last week. The young dancers performed during halftime of the girls’ basketball game and struck a pose for their final move.
Braylyn Wood, Claire Miller, Brylea Shrader, and Kinleigh Daugherty show their moves during the halftime performance.
Logan Ellis finishes at the rim against Hamburg. Logan was the leading scorer with 21 points.
Jaylynn Jones pops a three from the corner against Hamburg.
Jack Meyerkorth gets an easy lay-up against Hamburg. Jack finished the night with 16 points.
Lexi Stanton gets an open look under the basket against Hamburg.
Westyn Amthor hits the first of his two three point shots against Hamburg.
Ella Meyerkorth hits a jumper for two against HTRS.
Tatum Vogler splits two Hamburg defenders as she drives down the lane against Hamburg.
Audrie Meyerkorth gets a steal and the easy bucket against Hamburg.
Karlie Gebhards gets the foul against Hamburg as she goes up for two.
Coach Wayne Moore received special recognition Friday, January 30, 2026, at the Rock Port Blue Jays’ Winter Homecoming games.
Chris Chamberlain read the following:
“Tonight we would like to honor a man who many would consider one of the greatest teachers and coaches in Rock Port history. During his illustrious career, Coach Wayne Moore inspired thousands of Blue Jays to go far beyond their own expectations to become not only better students and athletes, but better men and women.
“Coach Moore taught and coached with a rare passion and purpose that made him stand above the rest. He possessed a unique combination of being able to challenge his students and athletes with a strict disciplinarian philosophy, while at the same time letting you know he loved you like you were one of his family.
“If you look up at the banners hanging on the walls of the gym, the banners that represent the proud history of our community, make no mistake, Coach Moore played an instrumental role in most of them, even the ones after his coaching career was over. His passion, his style, his enthusiasm had a ripple effect on those who coach today, and hopefully the future as well.
“Coach Moore’s teaching and coaching legacy is not his greatest achievement though. He is an even better person. The love he has for his children and grandchildren is something we should all emulate. Coach Moore will be moving from Rock Port to be closer to family, taking the next step in a life journey few people could surpass.
“Coach Moore, we want to make sure you have some Rock Port memorabilia, to not only have for yourself, but to remind your new friends about who you are, and where you’re from. Blue Jay Nation, please rise and let Coach Moore know how much he is loved. God bless you Coach Moore.”
