Bradley Central High School - Ocoeean Yearbook (Cleveland, TN)

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1 Who is this mighty beast that subdues his lowly foe? He is the guardian bear Playing cowboys and Indians, Ron that helped Ken Phillip's homeroom win Burdette's class try their hand at Indian first place honors in the door decorating weaving, contest. Spirit Week-the Brink of Insanity Family Feud, Pretty Legs, and a Pow-Wow Make for Fun? We've got spirit; yes we do! We’ve got spirit; how about you? On Wednesday during Spirit Week two factions of seniors at- tempted to outdo the other with this cheer. It was typical of the en- thusiasm of the week that had become a yearly tradition. Beside the usual dressing up, there were contests such as the Pretty-Legs Contest and the Best-Decorated Door Contest. Kevin Keefer was the 1986-87 Pretty-Legs winner, having beat out three other worthy opponents. As for the Best-Decorated Door, the grand honor went to Ken Phillips and his B-13 home- room. The massive Bradley Bear looming over B-Hall was a fine prelude to the victory that occur- red on Friday. Throughout the week the halls resounded with whooping and hollering from students an- ticipating victory. The Indian Pow-Wow dance around the Bear Bonfire Thursday, however, was the most enjoyable display of spirit during the week. As the thirty-foot flames finally dimin- ished in size, the two hundred- plus students moved closer en- circling the fire. When a small group of students began dancing around the fire, others soon joined in the feverish fun. On Friday the highlight was the afternoon pep rally. As a surprise to the student body and many of the faculty, a group of Cleveland cheerleaders were some of our own faculty members, but for several moments the truth was not known. The pep rally also featured a humorous ‘Family Fued” skit and speeches by senior president Tommy Bowling and senior cheerleader Serena Farmer. As the alma mater was played, a sense of pride spread among the student body of one of the greatest high schools in the South, Bradley High. Spirit Week Bradley Life — 21

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As special guest performers, a grimacing group of Bradley teachers demonstrate the correct technique in building a pyramid. The mock Cleveland cheerleaders are: Bottom row — Ted Gee. Bill Robertson. Jerry Frazier. Earl Rowan. Second row — Susan McCormack, Connie Young. Dianna Calfee. Top row — Karen Winters. Kathy Eaton. Catapulting — Dan Glasscock. Always exhuberant on the field and off, Senior cheerleader Serena Farmer glistens in more ways than one. Able to dig up her best wardrobe for the festive occasion. Rachel I very is obvious- ly in Nerd Heaven. Is this the famous Farm Boy Tag Team of wrestling? No. its Scott ' Doughnut” Gilbert and Coach Brian Cofer enjoying Country Day. 20 — Bradley Life Spirit Week

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 4-Her Kristi Cawood stands proudly with her prize pet bull. Kristi won several honors for her 4-H work during her junior high and senior high years. Trying to steal the show, Chico . Ella Sue Osment s beautiful pomeranian appears perfectly at ease behind the wheel. Our Faithful Loving Pets Man’s Best Friends Come in All Types! Bertha, Kitty, Polly, Ernie, and Chico. No these were not names of Bradley High School students. They were the names of several little creatures that resided in the homes of student and teachers. They were everyone’s beloved pets. The favorite pet at Bradley as elsewhere was the canine, and among our coaches the labrador retrievor seemed to be favored. Several coaches, Joe Adams, Turner Jackson, Charlie Smith, and Dale Woodard, possessed these amiable dogs. Perhaps the next favorite pet was the cat. Some wondered why the feline wasn’t America’s number one pet. They were clean, furry, and friendly. Teachers who preferred these furry creatures were David Clonts, Mitzi Hill, Ted Gee, Carol Lackey, Shirley Mclntire, Gwen Srite, Bob Snider, Gloria Smiddy, and Lyman Wood. Believe it or not, some people actually favored rodent-like animals for personal pets. Hamsters and guinea pigs were the most common. Two students who adored hamsters were Tarry Huskins and Melissa Davis as evidenced by their own “furry rats.” Among the unusual pets discovered as part of Bradley homes was Jody Musselwhite’s little furry bundle of energy. Con- stantly scurrying about, sweeping its busy tail, was Jody’s pet squir- rel. Other different pets owned and loved by Bradley students were a bull, a parakeet, a hog, a cockatoo, a minature crocadile, and a “rock.” Regardless of the type, a true pet was a friend and companion that often was treated like one of the family, receiving tender loving care. Oh, for the life of a pet to only eat, sleep, play, and be loved! 1 ♦ f+F 22 — Bradley Life Pets 1