Indian River High School - Chieftain Yearbook (Frankford, DE)

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VARSITY BASKETB LL Starting guard, Mike Truitt, was hampered this year by an ankle injury, which kept him benched for almost a month. Upon returning Mike added extra scoring punch and an all - out effort on the court. Gary Mitchell, another starting guard, had a season's high of 38 points in one game. His main asset to the team was that of leading fast breaks and helping other players score with his fine passing. Starting forward, Wesley Townsend, is Indian River's all time scoring leader. He is the top scorer in the Henlopen Conference and is among the top three scorers in the state. Leading rebounder, Vada larmon, has also become one of the best centers in the conference. Coming in the last half of the season, Floyd Griffin became one of the top rebounders and adds extra inside scoring. Back-up guard, Bryan Marshall was a good shooter and ball handler who was a valuable replacement. Steve Wootten, back-up center and occasional starter, added much depth to the inside and also kept the starters on their toes. Reserve guard and occasional starter, Wayne Handy, was a fine outside shooter and a good ball handler. Playing for his first year William Daisey, was another back-up center. He was a real asset to the team with his aggressive defense and strong rebounding. Nate Purnell, also a back-up center gave added strength inside. George Empty and Ronnie Dickerson, both reserve forwards, had good hustle and are good all-around players. Brian Andrews, a backup guard, was a hard worker and a good hustler. This year's team was coached by David Cook. They completed the season with a 12-5 record. i ,W ,,.,,, kkgk VVKVV K K AF . ..... ..... ..... ... mosaics f E. rt, X A V, at i I .,. vw. A . ,V W vw A 5' 'myar.... f'4 'f--a-w.,m1. H55 ........ K x

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ASKETBALL Q1 . Headed by coach Barry Lynch, the boy's IV Basketball team completed the season with a 10-7 record. During the last of the season, the boys came on strong and showed the kind of ball they were capable of playing. With a good defense, along with fine teamwork, the boys showed a large amount of improvement. Center Anthony Empty was a leader, both offensively and defensively. He showed a cool head and always gave 1001, for the team, Ronnie Wallop, an excellent defensive player, was very aggressive both in practice or a game. The most dedicated player, Bryan Tindley, worked constantly to improve himself. With hard work and concentration, Guy Hudson can become an excellent team leader. Even though not playing much at the beginning of the season, Cepada Whaley came on strong to give valuable help to the team. james Irving, never having played organized ball before, was definitely the most improved player on this year's team. The most aggressive player, Harold Harmon, was good on both defense and offense. Having a great basketball savy, Anthony Mumford was the team's leading scorer and rebounder. Earnest Belmont, the second highest scorer, constantly hustled and never gave up, Pat Simmons and Glento Beckett, both first - year players, were always ready to improve and learn new basketball techniques.