By Alex Taglieri and Alyssa Matlosz
Staff Writers
Despite a great deal of controversy, the Class of 2015 council decided to host a Game Night in lieu of a dance. The class of 2013 elected to do the same 2 years ago.
The freshman-only Game Night will consist of more than just board games. Call of Duty, Just Dance, Skyrim, and other video games will be available to play on numerous consoles including the Wii, Sony Play Station and Microsoft Xbox.
The event will be cost effective for the council to host. All of the games, consoles, and snacks will be provided by students to reduce the funds needed.
“We’ve already had two dances, and this will be more relaxed,” said freshman Olivia Whitaker of Oceanport, a supporter of the game night.
Other students, including freshmen Brooke Weber of Howell and Carolyn Stanton of Tinton Falls, said they had been looking forward to a dance.
Freshman Matt Recchia of West Long Branch also said the theme might deter some students from attending.
“I think a lot of boys will show up, but I don’t think girls are interested in Call of Duty and those games,” Recchia said, although he added that the girls would probably like to play Just Dance.
However, freshman Connor Albrecht of Wall predicted the night will be a success. He said the event will offer competitions and games that appeal to everyone.
“Competition is what gets the crowd going, and I’m most looking forward to some type of tournament on a game,” Albrecht said. “Game Night seems like a great idea and I think it will be really fun. The majority of freshman will go, and it will be a great bonding event for everyone,” he added.