Details released on public pep rally to celebrate Richland’s state champions
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- Richland High hosts 7 p.m. pep rally Wednesday to honor state champion Bombers.
- Boys basketball finished 28-0, won WIAA 4A title and set school and conference records.
- Senior Savannah Thorpe won wrestling title, first individual female Bomber champion.
Bomber fans, family and community members will rally 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 25, at Richland High School to celebrate their state champion boys basketball team and wrestler.
Doors open at 5:30 p.m., according to a news release from the school district. Concessions and gear will be available to purchase.
“Community members are encouraged to attend, show their support, and help recognize these historic accomplishments,” the release said. “Attendees are invited to wear green and gold, and join in cheering on the Bombers.”
They’ll also be honored Tuesday night at the Richland School Board meeting.
The boys team captured the WIAA 4A state title over the weekend, and bested a ferocious Gonzaga Prep team, 63-49.
Their shooting prowess also earned them a perfect season with 28 wins and no losses. The Bombers etched multiple school and Mid-Columbia Conference records along the way.
It’s the team’s first championship title since 1979.
Senior Savannah Thorpe took home the belt in the 4A girls wrestling 115-pound class at last month’s Mat Classic.
She is the first lady Bomber to earn an individual state championship win.
Thorpe has served as team captain and the program’s leader three years running. Coaches say she set the standard both on and off the mat.
