Boone County High School - Boone Hi Ways Yearbook (Florence, KY)

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Take It To State The Boone County football team finished the regular season with a winning record of 9-1. This enabled the Fighting Rebels to advance to the state playoffs. The Regional Championship game took place n November 8, here at B.C.H.S. The Ashland Tomcats arrived with thoughts of a win but the Rebels had some- thing else in mind. When the game started, the Rebels stormed their way to two touchdowns, made by Carl Ad- kins and Craig Mullins, and two extra points kicked by Jim Art. The Tomcats’ only touchdown of the game occurred in the first quarter making the score 14-6. Throughout the remainder of the game, the Mighty Rebels dominated. Brian Wiehoff scored two of the three touchdowns. For one of them, he caught a 75 yard halfback pass thrown by Craig Mullins. The other touchdowns was scored by Carl Adkins on a 3 yard run. The final score of the game was a victorious 35-6. The Boone Co. Rebel football team was pre- sented with the Region 4 trophy. The trophy was accepted with great pride by Head Coach, Owen Hauck. Rebel spirit was at a peak dur- ing the next week. The football team practiced long hours to pre- pare for the State Semi-Finals on November 15. The fans made plans to make the trip to La- fayette High School in Lexington. The Rebels entered the game with a winning spirit. On the first series of downs, Carl Adkins scored a touchdown. Unfortu- nately, he suffered a shoulder separation and was out for the remainder of the game. Half time found the Generals on top 24-7. The second half was plagued with numerous penalties and Boone Co. suffered a disap- pointing loss. Although the Rebels didn't bring home a victory, it was a season to be remembered here at Boone County as “Better Than Ever. . . — Lori Egan FOOTBALL-DOWNST ATE 29

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Top: As the game progresses, the sidelines bustle with activity. Above left: As the referee looks on, Greg Ashcraft concentrates on making the reception. Above right: After winning the Regional Championship game. Frank Rieselman and Duane Davis proudly show off the trophy. Opposite page: Top: Before the start of the game, the Mighty Rebels bow their heads in prayer Middle: On the field, the cheerleaders get the sign ready for the team to make their entrance. Bottom left: With the help of a teammate. Craig Mullilns outmaneuvers an opponent. Bottom right: On a Rebel drive, Scotty Warner leads the way for Carl Adkins. 28 FOOTBALL-DOWNSTATE

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Top: Making a great defensive play, Jerry Zorn helps to lead the team to the State Semi Finals. Above Left: Wanting very badly to stop the other team from scoring a goal. Tim Grimes struggles for possession of the ball. Above Right: Helping defend the Rebels goal, goalie Todd Schierenbeck prepares for the next attack. Opposite Page: Top: A team huddle before the game always gets the team fired up. Middle: Attempting to get the ball down the field. Luigi Manghetti passes the ball to a teammate Bottom Left: Getting muddy during the game was part of the territory for Mike Weeks. Niels Madsen and Dave Davis. Bottom Right: Making his approach to the ball. Sean Morgan concentrates on making a good kick. 30 SOCCER DOWNSTATE