Dearborn High School - Pioneer Yearbook (Dearborn, MI)

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Phil VanPelt attempts to steal the ball from the stout Wayne opposi- tion. Steve Gilbreath jumps and shoots, while Lincoln Park players watch the ball go through the hoop. Bob Beals shoots, as Wayne defend- ers wait for the rebound. Hope: Next Year a Varsity Berth Reserve Basketball The Reserves, under the direction of Coach Jim Gamboe are learning, practic- ing, and improving upon the fundamentals of basketball. The Junior Varsity plays a complete fifteen game schedule, and each player attains valuable experience. The skills and knov ledge gained this season will provide every player with the qualifications to win a varsity position next year. First row, left to right: Dave Backensto, Donald Faloon, Philip VanPelt, Karl Bolstad, David Huff, Craig Davis. Second row: Robert Beals, David Greenslit, Jim Stachulski, Larry Veenstra, Ed Skorupa. Third row: Martin Sylvester, William Wetzel, Edwin Kuciemba, Coach Jim Gamboe. Absent: Bob Kalbfleisch, Bill Paynter, Bryan Wines.

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Rebuilding: A Year of Energetic Efforts First row, left to right: Mike Georgia, Larry Goff, Bill Backensto, Jon Allen. Laird War- ner. Second row: Steve Gilbreath. Steve Jacobi, Butch Lipe, Jim Huard, Jack Gilbreath. Third row: Coach Paul Winslow, Jerry Ferencz, Don Armstrong, Ed Arszno. Absent: Chuck Reisner, Bill Szalay, Manager, Woody Godfrey. Varsity Basketball Coach Paul Winslow was faced with the challenge of rebuilding last year ' s powerful squad. Coach Winslow molded the efforts of five returning lettermen and many inexperienced juniors into a sound and polished team. On the court, Captains Bill Backensto and Jon Allen provided the necessary leadership to produce a consistent win- ner. The alert and eager play of the hoopsters, the sincere coaching of Mr. Winslow, and the cheers of loyal Pioneer fans yielded a successful D.H.S. basketball season. The Pioneer cagers warm up prior to the Lincoln Park Game. Mid -year graduate Bill Backensto shoots, and forward Chuck Reisner maneuvers for the rebound. IM WM K K t m si Larry Goff shoots, as Lincoln Park defenders hastily attempt to block the shot.

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Desire And Endurance Yield A Good Year First row, left to right: Mike Kilpinen, Phil, Davis, Mike Ference, B ob Green, Kim Marek, Tom Northrup, Art Keown, Mike Dewey. Second Row: Randy Priest, Barry Miller, Wes Winn, Paul Slater, Lou Baldori, Danny Smith, Doug Tennat. Third row: Carl Peterson, Jim Couch, Steve Redinger, Rick Tervo, Richard Ference, Jim Hardy. Fourth row: Mike Paus, Tim Hunter, Keith Miller, Victor BoUes. Kim Marek rides his Wayne rival successfully during the second per- iod of his match. Wrestling Wrestling is a contest of balance, endurance, and strength. The capable Mr. Ed Lanzi coaches and directs the team. Each week the team rotates captains according to individual performances in the previous meet and practices. This year ' s squad com- pleted a prosperous season with a 11-2 duel meet record and a second place in the Huron Rouge League. The Pioneer Wrestling Team of 1962- 63 has had many fine individual achievements which DHS mat enthu- siasts will not forget. Dan White, a midyear graduate, is hoping to attain a reversal during his 145 pound match. (left) Tom Northrup places his Melvindale opponent on his back for predicament points. (right) Paul Slater attempts to execute a twitcher on Randy Waterman of Ypsilanti. 71