“Bear-nado” Predicted to hit East Mountain High on Feb. 5

In the hallways of East Mountain High, the locker talk isn’t just about zone defense or three-point percentages this week. It’s about “the plushie strategy.”

Rumor has it the senior section is planning a coordinated “Bear-nado,” while the freshmen are scouring every local store to find the most aerodynamic teddy bears available. The mission? To make sure that when the clock hits halftime during the Varsity Boys game, the court disappears under a mountain of fluff.

The Stakes are High

It’s not just about the spectacle; it’s about the rewards:

• The Early Bird Special: Word has traveled fast that the first 50 people through the door with a bear get a shot at winning that exclusive EMHS blanket. People are already planning to arrive before the 4:00 PM JV tip-off just to secure their spot in the drawing.
• The Golden Ticket: In a world of rising prices, the “Teddy Bear Pass” is the best deal in town. Bring a bear, get in free. It’s the only time “bribery by stuffing” is officially sanctioned by the Athletics Booster.

The Big Moment: 2/5/26

When Bosque School rolls into town, they’re expecting a hostile environment. What they won’t expect is the sight of hundreds of fans clutching grizzly bears and velvet pandas like they’re prized treasures.

The plan is simple:

1. Watch the JV Boys (4:00 PM) and Varsity Girls (5:30 PM) heat up the court.
2. Hold your fire during the first half of the Varsity Boys game.
3. At the Halftime Buzzer: Let ’em fly.