Fall Season Highlight 🐾
John Glenn Dig Pink Night: Bigger Than Volleyball
John Glenn Bobcats hosted Frankenmuth for a special Dig Pink volleyball game. While we didn’t bring home the win on the scoreboard, that night was about something far bigger than volleyball.
We played for one of our own.
Mrs. Bethany Fibranz, a teacher at CMMS, is currently fighting her own battle with cancer. Our John Glenn volleyball and football programs came together to support Mrs. Fibranz and her family, with football also donating to the cause and reminding them that they are not alone in this fight.
What made the night so special wasn’t the points scored, the plays made, or the final outcome. It was watching two communities come together, putting competition aside to support someone who needs us.
As a coach, I always tell my girls that volleyball teaches us lessons far beyond the court. That night was one of those lessons. It was about compassion, strength, love, and showing up for others when it matters most.
I also want to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Frankenmuth volleyball program for joining us and supporting this special night. Your kindness, generosity, and willingness to stand alongside our community mean more than words can express. We weren’t opponents separated by a net. We were two communities united for one incredible cause.
While we may have lost a volleyball, we walked away with something far more meaningful. We witnessed the power of community, the strength of coming together, and the reminder that some battles are much bigger than sports.
To everyone who attended, donated, wore pink, cheered, and helped make this night possible, thank you from the bottom of our hearts..
Mrs. Fibranz, this was for YOU! Your fight is our fight, and you have an entire community standing behind you.
Different jerseys. Two communities. One purpose. One fight.
— Coach Jess
John Glenn Varsity Volleyball
Join us for our 2026–27 Softball interest meeting!
📅 When: Monday, Nov 9 | 2:30–3:00 PM
📍 Where: John Glenn Commons
Open to all female students in grades 9–12 planning to try out in the Spring. See you there!
Jeff brings a lifelong passion for bowling and a strong commitment to developing young athletes. He has been involved in the sport since the age of six and was a member of Bay City Central High School's first club bowling team, where he led the team in average.
For the past three years, Jeff has volunteered with the John Glenn boys bowling program, working alongside the head coach to help develop and support student-athletes. He is also the owner of Washington Lanes in Bay City, where he remains actively involved in the local bowling community.
Jeff is excited to take on this new role and looks forward to building upon the Bobcats' tradition of success, including five consecutive conference championships. His focus will be on helping student-athletes improve their skills, develop confidence, and succeed both on and off the lanes.
On his new role, Coach Knapp shared:
"I've really enjoyed being part of the John Glenn bowling program over the past three years, and I'm excited for the opportunity to lead the girls team. We have a great tradition of success here, and I'm looking forward to helping these athletes continue that tradition while growing as bowlers and teammates. As a dad to seven-year-old twin girls who may someday be Lady Bobcats themselves, it's especially meaningful to have the opportunity to help build a program that young girls can look forward to being part of."
Please join us in congratulating Coach Knapp on his new position and welcoming him as the Girls Varsity Head Coach!
We are excited to announce a transition within our John Glenn Boys Varsity Wrestling program. Matt Bishop will be transitioning from his current coaching position to Director of Boys Wrestling Operations, where he will continue to play an important role in supporting and strengthening our wrestling program by focusing on the further development of our youth and middle school programs.
Matt's new role will allow him to still be in the room over the course of the varsity season, but also allow him the freedom to invest more time at the lower levels of our wrestling program. While his role will look a little different moving forward, we are excited that he will continue to be involved and bring his experience and knowledge to the program in this new capacity.
Zach Roethlisberger, who was hired recently as an assistant for the varsity team, will be elevated into the role of Varsity Head Coach. Zach brings nine seasons of varsity coaching experience to the program, most recently as a varsity assistant at Midland High school. In addition to his time as an assistant, he has also served on Michigan's national team coaching staff for the USA Wrestling National Championships in Fargo, ND. Zach lives in Frankenmuth with his wife Elise and their son JD.
We look forward to this next chapter for John Glenn Wrestling and appreciate both Matt and Zack for their continued commitment to our student-athletes and the success of our program.
Please join us in congratulating Coach Roethlisberger on his new position and welcoming him as the Boys Wrestling Varsity Head Coach!
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 21st and come pack the stands for our John Glenn Pink Out Volleyball game!
This year, all proceeds will benefit one of our own Bethany Fibranz, a Special Education Teacher at Christa McAuliffe Middle School. Let’s come together as a Bobcat community, wear our pink, and show her our support! 🐾💖
📅 Date: Wednesday, October 21st
⏰Match Times:
• Freshman: 4:30 PM
• JV: 5:30 PM
• Varsity: 6:30 PM
Spread the word, bring your friends, and see you there! 🏐
Monday October 26th 7:00-8:20
Tuesday October 27th 5:00-5:50
Location: Bay County Civic Arena
4231 Shrestha Dr, Bay City, MI 48706
Make sure to have a sports physical on file in your final forms account prior to tryouts!
https://bangortownship-mi.finalforms.com
The Boys Soccer team is collecting donations to go to Project Hope at tonight's game.
Project Hope is a charitable organization supporting basic needs for families in need in our school district.
There will be QR Codes near the front gate and the concessions stand to scan for a credit card or debit card donation.
The team will be coming up into the stands during half time for cash donations!
LET'S GO BOBCATS ⚽🐾
John Glenn Varsity Pompon is excited to host our Mini Pommers Clinic for students in Pre-K through 5th grade! Participants will learn a routine at practice on October 21 and perform pregame at the Varsity Football Game on Friday, October 23! Registration also includes a Mini Pommer T-shirt, poms to keep, and a snack.
✨ Register by Friday, October 16!
💙 $40 for one Pommer
💙 $70 for two Pommers
💙 $100 for three Pommers
🔗 www.tinyurl.com/4strahk5
Even better, a portion of the proceeds will be donated back to our elementary schools in memory of Dawn LaBelle to help create library spaces and continue her passion for literacy. 📚💙
We can’t wait to welcome the next generation of Bobcat Pommers! 🐾✨
#BobcatNation #JGHS_Pompon #MiniPommers #FutureBobcats
Today, we celebrate the coaches who give so much of their time, energy and heart to our students.
Our coaches do far more than teach. They build confidence, encourage perseverance, celebrate growth and help our athletes learn lessons that extend far beyond school.
To every coach who shows up early, stays late, pushes our students to be their best and continues to believe in them - thank you! Your impact on our Bobcats is lasting, and we are grateful for everything you do.
Be sure to thank a coach today!
Today’s girls swim meet against Alpena has been cancelled.
🗓️ Reschedule Info: We are working on a new date and will post updates as soon as it's confirmed!
Please help spread the word to our families and fans! 🏊♀️💨
