A Bonfire, Parade and Pep-Rally set the tone for a grande finale against Dawson
The Italy High School cheerleaders perform a cheer as the band plays behind them in anticipation of lighting the homecoming bonfire. (Barry Byers)
Italy — Enjoy photos and a video from the 2014 Homecoming Parade and Pep Rally in downtown Italy. Bonfire images are also included in this article.
Chase McGinnis was crowned Homecoming King during the pep rally under the pavilion with the rest of the homecoming nominees of Colin Newman, Kyle Fortenberry, Coby Jeffords and John Byers offering their congratulations.
The Gladiators went on to defeat the Dawson Bulldogs 48-26 to improve their district record to 2-1. The Lady Volleyball Team also took care of business against the visiting Dallas Gateway Gators to win in three straight sets and claim the second place spot of their district.