Alta High School - Accipitor Yearbook (Sandy, UT)

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Peppers Provide Spirit Support the year. There were several reasons why girls went into cheerleading this year. I wanted to become more involved in school spirit, said Lisa Varley. So what better way than being a Pepper?” One thing most of the spirit leaders had in common was fun. They all enjoyed taking part in boost- ing spirit. The Peppers love to go out of town, said Stephanie Babinchak. We love to show other schools that Alta has spirit and we show them exactly what Alta is all about. One problem that some of this year’s spirit leaders may have faced was stage fright, when it seems that whenever we perform in front of people, we get scared. My heart beats so fast, I always goof up, commented Missy Newman, a sophomore cheerleader. Another problem that sometimes arose was the fear of accidents. The varsity cheerleaders and songleaders were con- stantly performing routines that contained some risk. There is a constant fear of injury, said Mary Johnson, especially when you see how high they are.” However, no serious injuries were suf- fered during the year. All cheerleaders and songleaders were required to exercise and Precariously balanced, the cheerleaders and song leaders form their famous pyramid for the crowd at a home football game. Coordination and courage are the main ingredients for the pyramids success. Singing their spirit loud and clear for everyone to hear. Jacquelin Barlow. Jodee Anderson. Susan The- mopson and Heidi Warr put on a great show in front of the student body. The skit was part of a funfilled Homecoming week. prepare against injuries. Despite some problems that came up, the performing ability of spirit organizations this year was not affected. Many accomplishments were made this year, each a result of hard work. The varsity songleaders and cheer- leaders captured many awards in various competitions. Among these were the Out- standing Songleader Squad at the United Spirit Association summer camp in Logan, and the Award of Excellence for the cheer- leaders at their summer camp. Both squads received first place at the Rocky 66 • Spiritleaders Mountain Regionals competition. They later traveled to Orlando, Florida, to take place in national competition. Alta's spirit organizations were nothing to be ashamed of this year. They have all displayed talent and excellence. 1981-1982 will be remembered by those who partici- pated in the spirit organizations this year. Everyone will also remember the spirit leaders of Alta High. by Marcello Hunter Kicking back and relaxing during spare moments. Peppers Diane Griffin. Marianne Dwire, Lisa Varley and Lori Guard, take it easy before getting back to their rigorous schedule. At the top of the world. Jodee Anderson the top man of the pyramid gets into place and is ready to go The cheerleaders took great risks to perform spectacular stunts for the crowds enjoyment during games, half times and assemblies.

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Supporting Alta's teams with cheers and half-time entertainment. Pep Club boosted spirit and added excitement to many games. Hanging on for dear life. Heidi Warr flips over Trisha Young's back during a skit about the wrestling team. The spoof was all in fun and was designed to bring back fond memories of past years. A routine climb to the top by Jodee Anderson puts strain on the human pillars below. Climaxing with a drop from the top into the ready arms of fellow cheer leaders, the pyramid is always a crowd pleaser and few other cheering squads can build a pyramid like our cheerleaders and songleaders. Following in the footsteps of the varsity cheer leaders, the sophomore squad that included Heidi Worthen. Jinger Stromberg. Jan Collins. Julie Barron, and Jan Terry support their flashy pyramid Relieving the tension before a cheer or stunt by talking and laughing casually, together, the Junior Varsity Cheerleaders grew together throughout the season and supported one another often. Spirit Leaders • 65

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With pom pons flashing in the sun. Pep Club enter tains the crowds as the fans get up and stretch their legs during half time. Standing bare legged in the slashing cold, the pep club had double duty with the loss of the Las Seelies as they marched during half time in the Las Seelies place. Experiencing the ever present danger of injury. Dee dee Hansen receives comfort after a frightening fall from the top of a towering pyramid. After Jodee Anderson fell into the safety of the cheerleaders' arms below. Deedee fell a bit too soon and fell to the ground, but fortunately only got shook up and the wind knocked out of her. Her cheers resounding through the field. Wendy Earl uses a megaphone to stress victory for the varsity team. Besides just shouting encouragements to fans, the cheerleaders slammed the megaphones on the ground to produce a loud stomp. Spiritleaders • 67