Polytechnic High School - Parrot Yearbook (Fort Worth, TX)

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Homecoming Game Ends With Tears After a day filled with excitement, Polyites and Poly-exes gathered at Farrington Field as the Parrots challenged the Paschal Panthers. A new addition to the yell squad, a Parrot mascot (Roy Lowry), encouraged spectators. In the last seconds of the game, the Parrots were only a few yards from the goal when a stubborn Paschal defense stopped the charge. Although Poly had the majority of first downs, the game ended 0-16, in favor of the Panthers. But for some it was still a victorious night. At half-time, Homecoming Queen Gwen Phillips was presented by Hugh Gibnore, National Honor Society President. The band stood in a heart formation in honor of Gwen and her court during the presentation formalities. Enthusiastic yell leaders encourage spirit with banners. Football boys reluctantly face defeat in the final minutes of the game. 23

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Parrotman Roy Lowry destroys a Paschal Panther. Queen Gwen Phillips is presented by Hugh Gilmore and Steve Black. Accompanying her are Maureen Rohleder, Calvin Wallace, Barbara Spurrier, Doug Tunnel], Cathy Zinke, Gary Pillers, Glenda Holcorab, and Tommy Smith. 22

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Spirited antics performed by Senior Alternate Diana Tatum employs the traditional orange and black pom-poms. As the band plays the school song, cheerleaders Dena Brinkley, Mike Smith, Christy Shaffer, and Susie Maples stand at attention and sing along with the Homecoming crowd. Exhibiting unusual acrobatic skills are Junior Alternates Tenyca McCoy and Junior Smith. 24