Lake Braddock Secondary School - Lair Yearbook (Burke, VA)

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Following a block by Mark Lepporatl, Jules Clifford picks up a first own. Jeff Edwards leads the Bruins through the Cheerleaders banner. Ready for another play the Bruin defense lines up against Oakton. 3 Sports 227

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Head Coach Kemp signals to the offense Dedication and hard work paid off for the Varsity football team. Although they may have been smaller or slower, they were never out-classed. Finishing the season with a 5-4-1 record, t-he team finish- ed third in the tough Northern District behind two of the areas top ranked teams. Only losing one of their first five games, the outlook for a possible district championship appeared promis- ing. However, a stunning loss to Chantilly and two hard fought defeats led to a third place finish. There were several bright spots during the season, including a come-from-behind victory over Robinson and the 23-6 victory over Groveton. Coach Stan Kemp and his staff were proud of the team's effort and dedication throughout the year. Running backs Jules Clifford and Mike Sullenberger apply stick-em before the Homecoming game. 226 Combat Zone

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Completing the season with a 4-4 record, the J.V. Football team displayed determination and unity throughout the season. Beginning practice in early August, the J.V. squad traveled to Pennsylvania with the Varsity players for a week of practice at Juniata College. The season opener against T.C. Williams produced the team’s big- gest offensive output of the season, crushing the Titans 17-6. The offense failed to score the next two games and their record dropped to 1-2. In the game against Chantilly the defense came up with their first shut-out and the Bruins raised their record to 2-2. In the following games against Robinson and Oakton the offense was again shut off and their record fell to 2-4. After the Oakton defeat a spirited team meeting was held and the team responded with a 12-( crushing of West Springfield the following week. The final game o the season the Bruins traveled tc Woodson to play the undefeatec Cavaliers. In the most excitinc game of the year, the Bruine defeated Woodson to finish with « 4-4 record. Overcoming offensive struggles, the Bruin team conclud ed the season with two spec tacular victories. Lining up against Robinson, the Bruin offense prepares to gain yardage. J.V. FOOTBALL TEAM 228 Combat Zone