Okay, so I got this idea to organize a basketball game, you know, just a fun little thing with the staff at Jackson County High School. I thought it would be cool to get everyone together, outside of the usual school stuff, and just have a good time. It sounded simple enough in my head.
First, I had to check if people were even interested. I mean, you can’t have a game without players, right? So I started by sending out a few emails, talking to some teachers during lunch, and just spreading the word around. I was actually surprised by how many people were into it. Teachers, admin staff, even the janitors wanted in. That was a good start.
Getting the Gym
Next, I needed to book the school gym. That was a bit of a process. I had to talk to the school admin, fill out some forms, and make sure we weren’t clashing with any other school events. It took a few days, but we got a date and time sorted out. I made sure to announce it to everyone who had shown interest, and it felt like things were actually happening.
Teams and Rules
Then came the fun part – figuring out the teams. I didn’t want to make it too serious, so I just mixed everyone up. We had teachers playing with the maintenance guys, and the principal on the same team as some of the cafeteria staff. I jotted down some basic rules, mainly to avoid chaos, and made sure everyone knew it was all about having fun, not winning.
- Point 1: Keep it friendly, no rough play.
- Point 2: Everyone gets a chance to play.
- Point 3: Most importantly, have a blast!
Game Day
When the day finally arrived, I was a bit nervous, not gonna lie. I got to the gym early, helped set up some chairs for people to watch, and made sure we had enough basketballs. People started trickling in, some in their gym clothes, others straight from work. The energy was great, everyone was laughing and joking around. We even had some students come to watch, which was a nice surprise.
The game itself was a blast. It was messy, sure, but so much fun. There were some surprisingly good players, and then there were those who, well, let’s just say they were there for the laughs. We took some photos, recorded a few funny moments on video, and just enjoyed ourselves. It wasn’t about who won or lost, it was about doing something together, as a team, outside of our usual roles.
After the game, we all went out for some pizza. It was a great way to wind down and chat. Everyone was talking about the game, sharing their favorite moments, and already planning the next one. It felt good, you know? Like we had created something special, a memory that we’d all share.
So, that’s the story of how I organized a staff basketball game at Jackson County High School. It wasn’t just about the game, it was about building connections, having a laugh, and seeing a different side of everyone. Would I do it again? Absolutely. In fact, we’re already talking about making it a regular thing. Maybe a staff vs. students game next? Who knows. The possibilities are endless.
