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

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Sparkling team radiates energy Driving towards the center of the court, Betsy Bailey tries to position herself for a shot. Defensive players from Falls Church block Cathy Ostroski as she dribbles down the court. During a break in the action, Alida Koury relaxes on the bench. Girls' Varsity Basketball - Front row: Becky Flanagan, Betsy Luxford, Amy Hyland, Dale Tate, Terri Morrison, Jody Rogers, Anne Lan- Wallace, Betsy Bailey, Sis Spnggs, Cathy Os-galis, Tracy Wampler, mgrs.; Back row: Patty troski, Laurie Jones, Jennifer Paul. Dorsey, Alida Koury, Lynn Ostroski, Kelly Girls' Varsity Basketball 103

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Plagued by injuries at the beginning of the season, the Girls' Varsity Basketball Team turned to the bench to cover for the absence of some key players. Despite the loss of a few athletes, they began their season very confidently, with high hopes of achieving victories in District, Regional, and State competitions for the second year in a row. Confidence emerged from the students as well as from the team, since more people attended the games to show their enthusiasm and support. The first three games proved to be learning experiences for the team. Expecting to win easily, the team squeezed through a 37-35 victory over West Springfield. This season opener made the team realize that they had to work to stay on top. Favored to beat Robinson, they fell through, however, and lost. Bouncing back at the Oakton game, the team achieved another close victory at 38-36. Aware that they had to work harder, the team began practicing on Saturdays with renewed determination. Impressive action at the Fairfax game was proof of a definite improvement. The Statesmen effectively benched the Rebels with a score of 50-35. Not able to generate an effective offense at Madison, the team dropped their second game of the season. Striving to maintain a consistent winning record, the basically young team improved with each game and learned how to play in different combinations. The season ended with an overall optimistic outlook and a feeling of success. Stymied by Falls Church defenders, Betsy Lux-ford searches for a pass receiver. Suddenly passing her opponents. Sis Spriggs takes the ball down court on a fast break. After bringing the ball down court, Laurie Jones shoots from the outside. Shooting over an opponent's outstretched, arms, Patty Dorsey adds two points to the score. -102 Girls' Varsity Basketball

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Deftly dribbling the ball around a menacing Falls Church player, Mary Beth Butler looks for a clear path to the basket. Combinations work effectively if the plans are studied carefully. Liz Whiting dribbles the ball while teammates cooperate. A jump rope sits near Wanda Morton as she peacefully awaits her turn to participate in practice drills. Perfect placement of the ball is achieved by Wanda Morton and Mary Beth Butler as they score two more points against Falls Church. Girls' V Basketball - Front row: Mary Beth Butler, Wanda Morton, Liz Whiting, Debbie Sanders, Janet Hlavin, Jean Mussoneli, Terri Chumley; Back row: Elizabeth Libby, Meg Coll, Phyllis Shrader, Linda Kearney, Diane Coady, Cheryl Decker, Suzette Long. 104 Girls' JV Basketball