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

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cultivate field of success Sandwiched between defensive backs Steve Korfonta and Jeff Yost, Shawn Pifer of Oakton misses an opportunity to receive a pass. Protecled by excellent blocking, quarterback Bob Early escapes the Oakton defense. A A back-breaking tackle by linebacker Mike Fos-key causes the Herndon Hornets to lose yardage. A sack is hard to come by, but Brad Howard achieves his goal in bringing down Oakton's quarterback Todd Groom. This play resulted in the Cougars loss of four yards. Varsity Football 77

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Speculation about the fate of the Varsity Football team was critical at the beginning of the season. With less prospective football players showing up for team try-outs, success was questionable. A few confident team members insisted that the team had the potential to crush every opponent. As it turned out, the Statesmen ended up in the middle of these extreme assertions. The initial game, against Chantilly, exposed a slightly weak Statesmen offense. Numerous attempts were made to score, but the valiant efforts failed. The strong defense held the Chargers back and prevented them from scoring. The Statesmen capitalized on the Chargers' mistakes, and finally achieved a touchdown in the fourth quarter. Marshall managed to shut out the Chargers, 6-0. Although the Statesmen did not play as well as expected, they pulled through to overcome Langley. The offense had difficulty in moving the ball. Despite this disadvantage, two passes were completed for a touchdown. The defense exhibited a mediocre performance, and permitted the Saxons to score. The Statesmen held their lead, however, and defeated Langley 14-7. Over-excited Herndon fans gave the impression that the Hornets would out-do the Statesmen. Their enthusiasm may have psyched the crowd, but it had no effect on the players. Much to Herndon's surprise, Marshall's defense scored a touchdown on the opening kick-off. Rattled by this occurrence, the Hornets could not manage to keep the Statesmen from breaking through the line, and another touchdown was gained. Marshall's offense performed adequately, and dominated Herndon's defensive skills. With another touchdown, the Statesmen trampled the Hornets in a 21-0 victory- A promising season was beginning to take shape, and Statesmen were determined to uphold their undefeated record. Hopes were high as the Stuart game began, but overconfidence resulted in the team's downfall. Too many mistakes were made, and the Raiders achieved authority on the field. Is a last resort, Mike Brown punts the ball in A rare moment of relaxation helps to relieve hopes of defending Statesmen territory in the tension as Gary Williams observes the action Chantilly game. on Oakton's field. 76 Varsity Football

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Surrounded by fellow team members, Sean O'Toole downs a punt kicked by Mt. Vernon. Strategic planning is an important factor in the game. Sean O'Toole, Tommy McDonald, and the offensive line review a play with Coach Mark Peterson. One forceful push is sufficient for Jeff Yost to bring the Mt. Vernon quarterback down. Ira Anderson and Joel Smith provide support in the background. Vtfrwrw Foeth N - Freni rev: Gary WiUim . Steve KocfonU. D n Dory. Bob Early. Jetf Yo t. Mike McIntyre. Randy Seitz; Second row. Tom Wfeatky, Mike Sheehi. John Found . Mike Donahue. John Chelena. David Moranl. Buddy Meador. Third rev: Harold Penley. Phil Rowley. Wiliam Klugh. Billy O'Brien. John Gilmore. Greg SuBivan; Fourth row: Ed Crim, We Buvchow. Ira Ander on. Bill Boner. Mike Fo key. Bruce Hall; Fifth row: David Midkiff. Ronnie Jone . Sean OTooIe. Brad Howard. Tom McDonald. Pete Young. Albert Bender; Back rev: Mike McLeod. Tim Spriggt. Benlon Field. Joel Smilh. Donald Kennedy, Robert Warhunt. Mike Brown. A fourth down for Oakton, and Jeff Yost receives the punt. He swerves to avoid the Oak-ton Cougar, and proceeds to gain 35 yards foi the Statesmen. 78 Varsity Football