by jowens | Nov 7, 2014
The Welch College Alumni Association has announced its latest fund raising project, according to Mike Edwards, association president. The goal of the project, which is called Sound Forth His Praise, is to raise between $60,000 and $75,000 to fund a new college choir and ministry team recording and new sound equipment for the Welch College traveling ministry teams and auditorium. The alumni association hopes to reach this goal in the next two years.
Over the past decade, the Alumni association has raised over $250,000 for various college-related projects, $105,000 of which was raised for the Bert and Dianne Tippett Alumni Scholarship.
For more information about the Welch College Alumni Association and to get involved, visit welch.edu/Alumni or email Mike Edwards atmike.edwards@welch.edu.
Welch College Alumni Association Executive Committee:
Term to expire July 2016
Mike Edwards
Charae (Jones) Smith
Jeff Davis
Term to expire July 2018
Michael Phenicie
Rita (Wenning) Hampton
Kathy Douglas
Term to expire 2020
Doug Carey
Todd Parrish
Marianne Malone
Officers for 2014-2015
Mike Edwards – President
Doug Carey – Vice President
Marianne Waddell – Secretary/ Treasurer
by jowens | Nov 1, 2014
Welch College 64
Toccoa Falls College 55
October 31, 2014. Coach Larry Bryan loves Friday games and it was evident again today as the Flames defeated Toccoa Falls College, 64-55 before a lively Halloween crowd.
From the opening tip, both teams battled back and forth throughout the first half. The Flames led the entire time, but never by more than four points, and took a slim 34-30 lead into the locker room.
The second half was similar to the first defensively, but the Flames cooled off on the offensive end, allowing the Eagles to take a 46-43 lead with ten minutes remaining in the game. But, Toccoa Falls’ lead was short-lived. After exchanging baskets, Ashton Johnson hit a two-pointer, a foul shot, and drained a trey to put the Flames ahead for good.
“Our girls displayed a tremendous will to win today,” said Coach Bryan. “They were determined to not quit in spite of adversity. They picked up their teammates and finished strong. That’s a sign of a good team.”
Johnson led all scorers with 21 points. Amy Pickett and Leslie Nichols were also in double digits with 14 and 10 points, respectively. All three hit critical shots in the second half with Pickett going four for four from the field.
Freshman, Claire Ryan led Welch with 10 rebounds. She also led the team in assists with seven and Johnson added six.
Now, 2-0, the Flames host Judson College next Friday.
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by jowens | Oct 31, 2014
The Flames’ season opener was a tough one as they ran into a real buss-saw as Toccoa Falls College easily handled WC, 90-55.
The game started out close, but soon got out of hand as the Eagles’ half-court pressure and fast-breaks dominated the Flames. TFC seemed to be running on all cylinders while the Flames never could get going, turning the ball over 19 times in the first half.
Although Welch allowed 58 points in the first half, one bright spot was that they were able to play even in the second half, being outscored by only three points and reducing their turnovers to just four.
The Flames were led by newcomer, Chris Simon, with 17 points. Carson Outlaw added 12. Lim Chol led Welch with nine rebounds and Simon had eight.
The Flames travel to St. Louis for a pair of games next Thursday and Friday.
by jowens | Oct 24, 2014
The Welch College student-led revival took place October 5-8, and featured church planter Marc Neppl. He challenged students to make sure they are intentionally using their testimonies and education and strategically placing themselves where the gospel may be spread most effectively.
Student body Chaplain David Dell said, “We were blessed to have Brother Marc share his heart with us during our student-led revival. His faithfulness in preaching God’s Word and his passion for furthering the gospel left a profound impact on the students of Welch College. The Holy Spirit worked mightily in each service, and we look forward to the great things God is going to do on and through our campus as a result.”
Marc and his wife Casie are currently raising funds to plant a church in urban Portsmouth, Virginia, with Free Will Baptist North American Ministries. The Welch College societies raised $1,333.03 for this work during the week of the revival.
by jowens | Oct 21, 2014
Welch College 69
Truett-McConnell JV 40
October 20, 2014. Two years ago, Coach Larry Bryan believed that the 2014-15 season would be a special one. The Welch fans were able to witness some of that Monday evening as the Lady Flames easily disposed of Truett-McConnell’s JV, 69-40.
The game started out slowly as neither team could find the basket. Midway through the first half, the Flames had a meager 10-4 lead. But, then Welch went on a scoring run, led by freshman Claire Ryan, to take a 30-18 lead into the locker room.
The second half was much like the first, but the Flames were able to maintain the momentum they had in the first half and extend their lead while pressuring TMC into rushing their shots. And, because of that pressure, the Flames were able to push the ball up the court on offense, allowing them a number of open looks because of some excellent passing.
“I knew this would be an exciting freshman class,” said Coach Bryan. “I have been anticipating their arrival for a long time. It is fun to watch them mesh with our returnees. I was really proud of the way we played as a team. We still have things to work on, but this was a good start.”
All of the Flames got into the scoring column with Ryan leading the way with 16 points. There was also balance on the boards as four Flames grabbed seven rebounds apiece. Jessie Melvin and Ashton Johnson dished out six and five assists, respectively.
Welch’s next game will be on October 31st when they host Toccoa Falls College. Game time is set for 3:00pm.
