By Molly Seales

Thursday, September 17, 2020 will be an unforgettable night for those in attendance at the Riverdale Academy Powderpuff Court Presentation and football game.  The powderpuff court and game is a long-standing tradition at Riverdale, and this year did not disappoint.  Just a little after 6:00 p.m. a flatbed truck driven by Levi Shaver rolled down the track carrying one of the most beautiful court’s in powderpuff history.  The freshman maid was Ryder Huddleston, aka Diamond N Da Ruff.  “Her” escort was Madison Chamberlin.  Next was the sophomore maid, James Wagoner, aka Candy Crush.  “She” was escorted by Emma Clemons.  The beautiful junior maid was Tyler Hodgin, aka Tyreka Hodgepodge, who was escorted by Rylee Kate Woodard.  This year’s senior maid was Parker Almond, aka Paprika Dash.  “She” was escorted by Tinley Ogden.  Our football sweetheart was Witt Almond, aka Wittney Walnut.  “Her” escort was Ronda Black.  Last but not least, the 2020 Powderpuff Court Queen Paul Messenger, aka Paulina Prissypants was introduced.  “She” was escorted by Pacey Lindsey.

After the presentation of the court, the members of it, along with many more of the high school boys who were great sports, got dressed in their cheer uniforms and dance line outfits to prepare to cheer the girls on.  These cheerleaders put on an OUTSTANDING halftime show that included some great stunts.

The game this year consisted of the traditional freshman/junior girls (the white team) and the sophomore/senior girls (the red team.)  It was a very close game this year, but the white team came away with an 8-0 victory.  Late in the first half Rylee Kate Woodard scored a touchdown.  She then connected with Kenley Loftin for the 2 point conversion.  The defense for both teams was strong as evidenced by flags being pulled all over the field. 

I think it’s safe to say that everyone in attendance had a wonderful time!