Thanks to everyone that participated and help make the 2008 event a success.



Photo credit: Suzan Woodard/sc.milesplit.us
2008 results and more coverage - sc.milesplit.us

Deadline: Wednesday, April 2. Time: Midnight.; send entries to jamolson@gmail.com, with subject Kevin Logan Meet Entries

Payment can be brought to the meet. Make check payable to Eastside TF Booster Club and mail to Eastside High School, Attn: Ed Boehmke, 1300 Brushy Creek Road Taylors, SC 29687.

2008 date set for April 5 (note date change)
Entry Fee: 
$2 per athlete
$50 per school

IMPORTANT NOTES:
If you are interested in attending this meet - send an e-mail to jamolson@gmail.com.
 Entry form now online - Right click on link, and save target as to your desktop before entering data: Download the form. (.xls file)

Event Information
Saturday, April 5, 2008
Location: Eastside High School track and field complex
Start time: 10 a.m. - Field Events; 11 a.m. - Running Events
Eligible: Junior varsity track and field athletes, 7, 8, 9, 10 graders.
Event schedule: rolling
No team scoring
Admission: $3

Entry Fee: 
$2 per athlete
$50 per school

Deadline: Wednesday, April 2. Time: Midnight.; send entries to jamolson@gmail.com, with subject Kevin Logan Meet Entries

Entry Method: Entry form now online - Right click on link, and save target as to your desktop before entering data: Download the form. (.xls file)

Admission: $3

Concession stands: May be available. If you would like to help in the concession stands - send an e-mail to jamolson@gmail.com. 

Sanction: South Carolina schools only.

Download a Kevin Logan graphic: "We are Eastside": One (*.jpg), Two (*.pdf) - open in new window

Track & Field - Spring Sports - Eastside High School Athletics - www.eastsideathletics.com

2007 results and photo gallery. 

*Due to school construction, pole vault will not take place this Saturday.

REMINDER: Deadline Wednesday night at 6 p.m. Send questions, commitments and entry forms (attachment) to jamolson@gmail.com. 

Entries received as of March 28 at 3:24 p.m.: 
Blue Ridge, Boiling Springs, Eastside girls, Greer

2007 Date: Kevin Logan Memorial Track and Field Meet set for Saturday, March 31. Want to help at the event, e-mail jamolson@gmail.com.

Entry form is below important notes. This is a meet for junior varsity track and field athletes from South Carolina.

Volunteers needed: Alumni, Eastside students, faculty, staff, parents, fans: We need your help. If you would like to help with this event, send an e-mail to jamolson@gmail.com ASAP. THANKS!

IMPORTANT NOTES:
If you are interested in attending this meet - send an e-mail to jamolson@gmail.com ASAP.
 Entry form now online - Right click on link, and save target as to your desktop before entering data: Download the form. (.xls file)

Event Information
Saturday, March 31, 2007
Location: Eastside High School track and field complex
Start time: 10 a.m. - Field Events; 11 a.m. - Running Events
Eligible: Junior varsity track and field athletes, 7, 8, 9, 10 graders.
Event schedule: rolling
No team scoring
Admission: $3

Entry Fee: 
$2 per athlete
$50 per school

Deadline: Wednesday, March 28. Time: 6 p.m.; send entries to jamolson@gmail.com, with subject Kevin Logan Meet Entries

Entry Method: Entry form now online - Right click on link, and save target as to your desktop before entering data: Download the form. (.xls file)

Admission: $3

Concession stands: May be available. If you would like to help in the concession stands - send an e-mail to jamolson@gmail.com. 

Sanction: South Carolina schools only.

Download a Kevin Logan graphic: "We are Eastside": One (*.jpg), Two (*.pdf) - open in new window

Track & Field - Spring Sports - Eastside High School Athletics - www.eastsideathletics.com

PARKING: Park in front of the school and walk around the right of the building to get to the track. -BUSES CAN PARK IN THE BACK OF THE School. ALL OTHERS MUST PARK IN THE FRONT PARKING LOT.

Event History
Second year: March 31, 2007
First year: April 22, 2006

Scroll down for letters from Eastside's Ed Boehmke and Kevin's mother Sherry Simpson. 
2006 results and a photo gallery - scrunners.com

PARKING: Park in front of the school and walk around the right of the building to get to the track. -BUSES CAN PARK IN THE BACK OF THE School. ALL OTHERS MUST PARK IN THE FRONT PARKING LOT.

Kevin Logan Memorial Track and Field Meet

Schools entered: Easley, Eastside, Greer, Mauldin, Spartanburg Christian Academy, Ridge View, Union, Wade Hampton, Westside

"That's what I'm talking about!" - Kevin Logan

Giving honor, glory and praise to my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, I stand before you today in memory of my son, Kevin Logan Simpson. 

First, I would like to give thanks to this great school and all persons involved in coordinating this event in honor and memory of my son Kevin. My spirit tells me that Kevin is looking down from heaven right now and smiling upon this event that is in memory of him. Even though, I am still very sad that he is no longer here with us, my spirit and heart is just filled with happiness and joy that each of you would take such a great step to remember him in this manner. 

Kevin was so special to me and to many of you. Even though his life was short-lived, Kevin accomplished many great things in his life. Kevin was a kind, gentle, compassionate and respectful young man. He loved football and his passion was track and field. I remember how excited and focused he would be when this event came around every year. There was nothing that would stop him from attending and participating in this sport. I also remember how he strived to achieve his goals with the greatest spirit and enthusiasm that I have ever seen. No matter what Kevin's limitations were, he never gave up. He always put forth his best effort, and he excelled far and beyond what was expected of him. What does this remind you of? Well, this reminds me of how Kevin soared just like and EAGLE.!

Kevin left us all with great memories and qualities that we should cherish each and everyday. Therefore, this day I encourage each of you to take a lesson from him. No matter what binds you or no matter what your limitations are, always put God first in your life, always put forth your best effort, and never give up! Let your heart and spirit be your guide and try to go far and beyond your goals and what is expected of you .... and you too, will soar like an EAGLE!

May God bless each of you and may God bless this great event!

Sherry Simpson,
Kevin's Mother

Kevin Logan - A Very Special Person 
By Ed Boehmke, meet director

At the end of last spring's track season, I sat down and wrote a few words to say about a special young man for our Most Valuable team member. The award was given to Kevin Logan. I had the honor of coaching Kevin on the track team for four years. He was selected for the most valuable award because of the type of young man he was, not by the number of points he scored or by his performances on the track. 

Kevin was committed to the team. He was at every practice and every meet. He would make sure I knew of the few conflicts that came up and would remind me often. Even if he was going to be late, he would tell me before hand or call to apologize and let me know when he would get there. He was very conscientious about his role as member of our team. 

He was aware of his abilities, but that never stopped him from wanting to compete. He rarely scored points, but was always willing to jump on the track or runway and do his very best to try and score. He was disappointed when he didn't meet his expectations or when the team didn't perform like he thought the team was capable of doing. When he did well he didn't brag or strut about, he didn't have to - his huge grin told the world. He had a contagious smile that was as big as the curve of the 200-meters and a heart as large as the whole track. 

Kevin was a tremendous joy to be around.  He was always happy and positive. He understood his limits but he worked very hard to overcome them. He treated every person with respect. He was always willing to compete when he had to and was everyone's friend as soon as the race was over. He never said a bad word about anyone. He was only disappointed when he knew someone didn't try to do his or her best. 

He was loyal to the team and his family. He made sure he was up early to walk to work, was always the first one to show up for away meets and if we needed help on the track or runways, Kevin was there to do more than his part. And most of all Kevin was an EAGLE. Enthusiastic, Admirable, Giving, Loving, Eager to please. He loved Eastside and the people there. He was at the football game Friday before his death cheering on the Eagles and encouraging his ex-teammates. 

And after a bitter loss, Kevin made a point to tell each guy he played a great game. He would do anything within his power for our school and the people and programs there. I think we could all learn a big lesson from Kevin's life. As a coach at Eastside I love working with kids and I treasured my time with Kevin. I would take a thousand Kevin's with his limited talent, but with his drive to please and excel over any one great athlete with no heart or desire. Kevin Logan made my job as a coach fun and worthwhile. I hope that I made some kind of positive impact on his brief life; because I know he made a big impact on mine.
-Ed Boehmke

SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS
What do you remember about Kevin Logan? Share your thoughts on this page by sending an e-mail to jamolson@gmail.com. Eastsideathletics.com reserves the right to edit posts. All posts (after approved) will be online within 24 hours after submission.

Unlike most of you, I didn't go to Eastside with Kevin, although my daughter Courtney was proud to graduate with him last June. I was a Shift Manager at McDonald's and had the pleasure of working with Kevin. He was the happiest, hardest work young man I have ever met, I often told him I wished my son could be like him. He truly loved Eastside and all of you. God Bless him.
-Patti Narragon-Cole

I remember the bus rides with Kevin to meets and rides to his house.  I remember Kevin always smiling when team members would go visit him at work. I remember Kevin always willing to learn and do his best at every practice and meet. I remember Kevin for his diligence and his hope to spread that to others. Kevin will always be remembered as an Eastside Eagle! 
-John Olson, Eastside Class of 2000 (Submitted: March 24, 2006)

I remember his sensitivity and kindheartedness to others. He never was of greed or selfishness. I also remember his million dollar smile. 
-Cierra Mills, Eastside Class of 2008 (Submitted: March 12, 2006)

Event Information
Saturday, April 22, 2006
Location: Eastside High School track and field complex
Start time: 10 a.m. - Field Events; 11 a.m. - Running Events
Eligible: Junior varsity track and field athletes, 7, 8, 9, 10 graders.
Event schedule: rolling
No team scoring
Admission: $3

Entry Fee: 
$2 per athlete
$50 per school

Deadline: Wednesday, April 19. Time: 6 p.m.; send entries to jamolson@gmail.com, with subject Kevin Logan Meet Entries

Entry Method: Entry form now online - Right click on link, and save target as to your desktop before entering data: Download the form. (.xls file)

Admission: $3

Concession stands: Will be available. If you would like to help in the concession stands - send an e-mail to jamolson@gmail.com. 

Sanction: South Carolina schools only.

Download a Kevin Logan graphic: "We are Eastside": One (*.jpg), Two (*.pdf) - open in new window

Meet Purpose
Kevin Logan Simpson, a former track and field and football student-athlete at Eastside High School and brother George H. Simpson Jr. passed away Sunday, Sept. 11, 2005.  The event purpose includes an attempt to gather individuals related to Eastside - including fans and alumni - to help support this event (official, sponsorship, fan support) and show the Eagle spirit Kevin Logan passed along to each individual on a daily basis. All money raised will be donated to the Eastside Special Education Department.

EVENT SPONSORS
Contact John Olson at jamolson@gmail.com for more information on sponsor packages. Thank you for your support. 

Help support our sponsors that made this event possible.

Click here to download a sponsor package.-pdf file

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