Elkton High School - Elk Yearbook (Elkton, SD)

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COACH VINCENT'S COMMENTS. . . Cross Country Girls 1986 The Elkton Girls Cross Country team moved closer to the goals they set a year ago. They want to become the best in the state, with a young team (no Juniors or Seniors). This team became Conference Champions for the second consecutive year and then one week later, became the Champions of Region 1-B. The team then went on to finish fifth in the state. Finishing fifth in the state was a great accomplish- ment. We have a young team with super individuals. Jennifer Bauer became a great team leader and along with Amy Fuhr and Michelle Gilbertson, the trio be- came a team of championship-minded people. This team had others who also really came on and added to this year's strength. Patty Davis keeps improving and at times was our third runner. Also Tina Knutson and Irene Gebhart gave us the strength to compete in any size meet. If this group can keep the dream alive I really feel they are destined to become State Champi- ons!! Cross Country Boys 1986 This year the Elkton Boys Cross Country team had many things to prepare for and a short time to do them. Elkton had only one established runner from last years team. This was David Fuhr and once again he led the way for the Elkton team. But, the Elks needed someone to run with David. It didn't take long as Steve Lytle came on with his best year as a runner. Elkton also needed the third runner and by Confer- ence time. Bob Lynn filled that role. Along with Ted Smallfield and Jeff Dobesh, the team won the Confer- ence, finished second in the Region and eleventh in the State. I am proud to have coached this group of athletes. We wanted to win the Conference because it would make for ten consecutive years Elkton teams have won. These kids ran with a lot of heart to accomplish this. They were also able to qualify for the state and im- prove last year’s finish. In what was a slow start turned into a championship year. We had people come through at the times we needed it the most. REGION CHAMPS Regional champions proudly display their plaque. Front row: Tina Knutson and Michelle Gilbertson Back row: Amy Fuhr. Patty Davis and Jennifer Bauer Boys cross country members: front row - Bob Lynn, Steve Lytle, David Fuhr and Nick Wittfoth. Back row - Ted Smallfield, Monte Leysen, Jeff Dobesh and Tom Landsman. U

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EHS VOLLEYBALL Top Row: Coach Nancy Rolstcn, Kristi Anderson, Heather Rohrer, Amy Smallfield, Teresa Moore, Tiana Adams and Assistant Coach Terri Colbeck. Middle Row: JoAnn Broder- son, Brenda Buus, Mitzi Leonard, Erin Sullivan and Jodi DeZeeuw. Front Row: Amy Fuhr, Missy Lynn, Tronn Burlage, Stacey Pickard and Irene Gebhart. The Elkton Volleyball Squad did not have a lot of wins this past season, but did start a trend for future volleyball stars. The first year team had to learn a lot in a short period of time, and did well in putting all aspects of the game in place. Determination, potential, and fundamental drilling were the keys to the season. As the number of matches played increased, so did the improvement on the court. The statistics showed steady improvement and individual statistics began to climb. For team totals, the Elks served 72%, having 27 ace serves for the season. Team serve reception was 53%, a little lower than one would like, but still a good percent for the first year. When the season came to an end in the Regional Tournament, the squad picked these awards to be given to their fellow teammates: Team Co-Captains for 1987: Amy Fuhr, Missy Lynn; Most Improved: Irene Gebhart, Tiana Adams; Spirit and Hustle: Missy Lynn; Sportsmanship: Amy Fuhr; Coaches' Award (given by coaches): Tiana Adams, Heather Rohrer. The skills of volleyball have been exposed, next year will prove to be a bigger and better challenge for all who participate. by Coach Ralsten 15