Dozier Intermediate School - Dragon Yearbook (Newport News, VA)

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Robert Scott takes the upper holding the Referee’s Position, as he awaits the start of third round action. The Best Racquet Around Anticipating another winning season of tennis are the Mighty, Dozier Dragons. Back Row: Coach Linkenauger, Mark Johnson, Herchell Kilgo, Ken Alexander, Curtis Swanson, Mike Corwin, Troy Kenyon. Front Row: Mark Sellers, Chris Burgess, Robert Scott, Tom Griffin, Anthony Wooden. Trying to get an “escape” is Tom Griffin in his match against New- port News. Nearing the close of winter, Dozier’s finest hit the courts, getting ready for the new sea- son. For some reason, cold practices, aching muscles, and long hours don’t seem to intimi- date these anxious students. Mont Linkenauger hopes to turn out a win- ning year to celebrate his first season coach- ing the Dragons. Returning from last season are Bruce Brunk, David NeeSmith, Michelle Miller, and Kathy Creedon. While all the play- ers strive to improve their game, only the very best, the top eight, will compete in the matches. Stroking a small yellow ball back and forth across a net may be some peoples idea of ten- nis, but to the mighty Dragons, it ' s the season for “Wheaties”, the breakfast of champions! Due to the early deadline, pictures were not available. 75

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t i: A Year of Learning Herchell Kilgo was experienced, instructive, and a highlight of the wrestling team. 1 In the past, Dozier has had an outstanding wrestling team, largely due to an experienced coach. After Coach Edward’s departure last year. Coach Linkenauger stepped in to fill the gap. Though he was inexperienced in wres- tling, his presence held the team together. Though the year got off to a slow start, one problem occured through out the season. There weren’t enough wrestlers. In the first match, against Huntington, over one-fourth of the matches were forfeited. The overall record was not the highest this year, but experience was gained, and this will carry through until next year. 1 1 Dozier Wrestling Opponent 9 Huntington 67 9 Newport News 66 15 Carver 53 26 Huntington 40 10 Newport News 46 8 Carver 52 Wins — 0, Losses — 6 ! Watching the final seconds count down is Rob- ert Scott, in his victory against Newport News. Herchell Kilgo wins again! Kilgo went undefeated in the 138-pound weight class, and led the Dragons in pins with four. He also placed first in the District Tournament. 74

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Gymnastics Dozier’s first gymnastic’s team captures 2nd in District Tournament Gymnastics is a sport that requires skill, hard work, determination, discipline, and training. Dozier’s first gymnastic team was formed this year by (Head) Coach Anne Bin- der. Several weeks of practice every day after school got the gymnasts in shape for their first meet. The Dragons were strong during the season, and went into the District Tournament with hopes of placing first. The competition was tough, and they finished with a strong 2nd. Top left: Peggy Marr exhibits perfect form as she prepares her dismount. Bottom left: The members of the Gymnastics team are From the Top, Left to Right: Debbie Amato, Leonia Patterson, Tammy Ryan, Nancy Caravanna, Terri Johnson, Peggy Marr, Jeri Weber, Lisa Carden, Karen Teichman, Vonda Webb, Heidi Evitt, Martina Williams, Jackie Talifero, Victor Wooten. At right: A job well done by Jackie Talifero on her difficult floor exercise.