Leo High School - Oracle Yearbook (Leo, IN)

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Being an athlete was more than practice and awards. It meant changing and stretching and growing. Endurance. Pain. Strength. Improvement. These words were often on the lips of the team coaches. No pain, no gain. ' ' Every sprinter, wrestler, center, and quarterback knew what pain meant, and they knew how much it hurt to reach just a little farther towards being the best. The best was just what they were. Both the optional gymnas- tics team and the junior high girls ' basketball team took their AC AC titles, and three wrestlers advanced to state finals competition. Being the best took time and patience. The life of an athlete changed when his season rolled around. Parties, late movies, and after-school snacks were given up in order to get into training. An athlete also changed phys- ically and mentally. During daily practice, the athlete be- came healthier as well as stronger and more agile. In order to reach his goal, an athlete had to forget all else and concentrate only on going the distance. He needed discipline and a great sense of loyalty to himself and his teammates. Being an athlete makes him stretch himself past his previous achieve ments and on to greater goals and challenges. photo by Julie Hosier Before their cross counlry meet, these ju- nior high girls stretch their hamstrings to prevent any serious injuries. Sports Division

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Before letting his discus fly, junior Jay kimes takes a moment to clear his mind and concentrate on the next movement in his form. photo by Celeste Sch e er a the o e ON (i ' u t±. £2-l

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HI RESERVE FOOTBALL Leo 6 — 28 Adams Centra Leo 6—8 Garrett Leo 22 — 18 Eastside season: 1-2 After the defense made a great tackle, of- fensive line players Keith Neuman, Travis Jacquay, and Dave Alexander cheer the team on to victory. VAIISITY AND RESERVE FOOTBALL. (front row): Travis Jacquay, Dave Wertman, Scott Hinkle, Dain Bufe, Shane Koch, Jody Grunden, Jeff Zink, Jess Zink. (2nd row): Steve Lengacher, Dave Roberts, Kevin Kreilach, Aaron VanLue, Jeff Hampton, Chris Cox, Sam Powell, Doug Lake, Dave Alexander. (3rd row): Matt Bertsch, Jeff Kimbel, Jim Harris, Gary Laird, Brad Fred- erick, Nate Shade, Dave Galbraith, Wally Miazga. (back row): Coach Bill Bollier, Coach Nate Evans, Coach Mike Bcarman, Brad Coolman, Jay Kimes, Doug Sanders, Darren Harter, Keith Neuman, Manager Mike Williams, Manager Terry Crooks, Manager Jamie Fuller, Manager Sam Gor- don. Practice and hard work pulled the varsity and reserve teams through a tough season. The coach saw the eagerness and intensity of the player who stood on the sidelines — silent- ly hoping for his break. Making a decision, the coach told him to get out there and show what he was made of. Not only had the player improved his sense of confidence, pride, and his ability to take control of the sit- uation, but he also helped spur on another victory. This could have been any- one, anywhere, at any time. However, this was unique to Leo — the need to dominate and control. From the youngest of the ranks to the oldest, the Lion football teams felt this need . . . and fulfilled it. Although the varsity team ' s season record hadn ' t necessar- ily showed it, the team never slowed up. At the end of their season, the team lost a heart- breaking sectional game by two points. We really never played as a team until the end of the year, said junior Aaron VanLue when asked about the team. At the Letterwinners Ban- quet, several awards were giv- en. Jess Zink received Best Of- fensive Back, while Brad Fre- drick was awarded best Defen- sive Back and the Ironman Award. Best Defensive and Of- fensive Lineman Award and the Helmet Award went to Brad Coolman, and Jeff Zink pulled in the Best Sock Award. Aaron VanLue and Wally Miazga both received the Belt Award and the Non-starter award went to Dave Alexander. It was a frustrating season, but we never gave up, stated Coach Bill Bollier when ques- tioned about the football sea- son. Because the reserve squad had so few players, their num- ber of games were limited. This had not, however, dampened the team ' s spirit. These men also filled in for the varsity. I think we had a lot stronger team than what our record showed, said junior Doug Sanders. Even though their record hadn ' t showed it, the reserve and varsity football teams had the spunk to pull through the season. — Mary Minich 7Z 52 Varsity And Reserve Football