Thomas Dale High School - Reflector Yearbook (Chester, VA)

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As the bonfire cracks and pops, the much awaited night turns out to be even more fun and full of sur- prises and excitement than anyone had ever antici- pated. As the football team runs onto the field, energy and pride is on full display as they prepare their strategy against the George Wythe Bulldogs. With the ball, Boogie Henderson runs to score one of the many touchdowns scored during the game. Although the bulldog here is caged, the real George Wythe Bulldogs were not as lucky as they got tram- pled over, contributing to a great victory for the Knights. Homecoming 29

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A Blazing Knight or the first time in many years, there was a bon fire held at the school to promote the spirit of the school and football players. The bonfire was held behind the school and many organizations were asked to donate wood and large boxes to be burned. The crisp, clear October night was perfect for a crackling fire. As the full moon hovered over the water tower, the large, roaring fire worked its hypnotic magic and was enjoyed by all. The only other event that makes Home- coming special is victory by the football team. With hot defensive techniques from nose guard Andy Williams and linebacker Bill Killin, the defense disrupted the offen- The official Knight stands proudly on a firetruck, overlooking the game and cheering his team on toa fantastic victory on a cold night. While Gaines Cox and Amy Pulling have a spat about who has the most spirit, Gaines notices an onlooker and smiles. 28 Homecoming sive plans of the George Wythe Bulldogs. Cousins Jeff and William Henderson combined to run a total of 272 yards and score three touchdowns behind the out- standing blocking of the offensive line. Paul Amos’ two-point conversion pass to Doug Styles left the Bulldogs needing two scores to win and too little time to accomplish that goal. The final score of the 1987 Homecoming game was 2I-12, which according to Coach Brockwell was the first Homecoming game won by the senior players. |e Te aR tS ES ES RES EES As they fight to get the ball, E.J. Cook and Boogie Henderson prove they will not give into anyone.

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Romancing the Knight Away s tradition dictates, Home- coming is a prodigious occa- sion. Homecoming Week be- gan with the classes decorat- ing the halls. Students also dressed up daily during the week to show their support for the football team. This year, the decorating of class halls was one of the most exciting parts of the tradition. It gave the classes time to show off their creativity and their school spirit as well as class spirit. This year only three classes participated. The sophomore class decorated the upstairs hall with posters, banners, and streamers promoting school spirit and the sophomore’s spirit for the class of 1990. The junior class decorated the intersection with crepe paper, tinsel, posters and stars. The junior’s decora- tions mainly promoted the student body’s support for the Knights. Last, but not sure- ly least was the senior class. This year as in the past years, the senior class won the hall decoration contest by turning the Rebbeca Runnels dances with her date at the Home- coming Dance and appears to be having a great time. 30 Homecoming English hall into a dog house complete with dog bones, newspaper, trees, fire hy- drant, and spirited posters to arouse the school’s spirit towards beating the George Wythe Bulldogs. The most exciting event during any Homecoming Week is the football game, complete with magical halftime show. This year’s Homecoming half time show was areal treat. The floats of 1987 could be said to be the cream of the crop with en- tries ranging from a decorated flat bed of Paris’s famous night club, Moulin Rouge, to a bedroom view of a slumber party. One reason why the floats this year were so exceptional was because of the time spent on them. You could tell these floats were not thrown together at the last minute behind the bleachers a few hours before the game. The essence of time was very obvious in the Art Club’s float. This float suggests that we “Quarter Pound” the Bulldogs as they exhibit McDonald’s commercial along with ‘Mac the Knight’ taking the George Wythe Bulldogs. The judges had a hard time deciding or one winner, so they decided to give the first place prize to two clubs, the Germar and Science Clubs. The German Club floa’ consisted of a kitchen complete witt “knightly” crawly critters. These crea tures were chased by an animated Raic can, proving to the crowd that the Knight: will squash the Bulldogs like bugs. The Sci ence Club’s turned Mrs. Davis’s van into large green and yellow dragon. Complet ing this knightly theme were Merlin, « knight and a damsel. What would Homecoming be without ¢ dance to complete the exciting week o activities. Although most younger couple: were a little shy about dancing in the mid dle of the cafeteria with all the people, i didn’t take them long to warm up to the sounds of pop music supplied by a DJ for the radio station Q94.