George C Marshall High School - Columbian Yearbook (Falls Church, VA)

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Action near the go.il never fail to attract a large number of players. Senior Debi Bender demonstrates the expertise gained after four years of experience. Ann Langalis asks for something rarely acquired in Girls' Hockey — a handout.

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its claim Determined to stay alive in Marshall's male dominated sports program, the field hockey team pulled through with another winning season. An opening romp against rival Madison set the stage for a come from behind tie with Oakton. The team's best game was the Langely contest, where, although they lost to the District Champion Saxons, the players preformed excellently and displayed relentless determination not found on many teams. A final victory gave the Statespersons a 4-3-1 record and a winning season. The JV squad also upheld the Marshall winning tradition, completing the season with a tremendous undefeated record. B.irbjrj ir,sh relishes a momenl of rest during an extensive practice session. 120

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122 omping over McLean in the season opener, Marshall's harriers appeared top district contenders with five returning lettermen. It was the second meet, however, that foreshadowed the remaining season. The Catholic state champions, Dennis ). O'Connell High School, along with Bishop Ireton soundly defeated the Statesmen, awakening them to the difficulty of the road ahead. We just weren't ready, was first year coach Garnett Million's reasoning for the loss. Since the two schools were not in Marshall's division, the defeat was not devestating and could be considered as a strengthening meet. After a second loss at the feet of W-L, coach Million evaluated the problems and decider! that changes in the training procedures were necessary. Practices were increased from 5-7 miles to 7-10 mile average schedules, with Runners from M.irsholl, Chantilly, and Langley await the start of the Statesmen hosted tri-meet. concentration on distance work for endurance. Illness and injury were key factors in a second place finish to Langley in a triangular meet. Still in pursuit of a winning season, the Statesmen hosted Herndon. Lengthier practices proved worthwhile as Marshall swept second thru eighth place against the Hornets. Each runner improved his time dramatically and hopes of salvaging the season hinged on the following meet with Oakton. The Statesmen were again humbled by Oakton and by a single point loss to Yorktown. Closing out the season with a 3-6 dual meet record, Marshall placed a disappointing fifth in the Great Falls District Meet.