Green Mountain High School - Ramblings Yearbook (Lakewood, CO)

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Cn Their Way Wherels the best Junior Varsity cheer- leading squad in the state? Green Moun- tain, that's where. In fact, our J.V. squad has reached the caliber of many varsity squads throughout Colorado. Cheerlead' ing camp will be remembered by all be- cause they were the only J.V. squad to make finals, despite losing Barb Lynn, team captain, after she injured her knee while practicing a jump. When it was con- firmed that Barb would not be able to cheer, it took a supreme effort on the part of the other squad members to re- group and reorganize their entire routine. Although they were at a disadvantage, their skill and pursuit of excellence shined when they were the only J.V. squad to make it past the semi-finals and into the finals. As well as being work, cheerleading is also expensive, so the cheerleaders hope to arrange a bake sale to help take care of the squads expenses. Some guys that the cheerleaders are especially fond of are the sophomore football team. The football team is fond of the cheerleaders, showing their appreciation by buying the cheerleaders necklaces and charms and flowers at every game. As Heather Col- lard says. Thanks for the flowers. Dari Bradsky, Alison Brown, Andrea Hall, Michelle Dortignac, Tina Taylor, Susie Beagle. Kelly Mongeau, Kelly Pagliasotti, Kelly Hemminger, Heather ' Collard, Amy Daniels, Debbie Davis, Shannon Bailey, Barb Lynn. Sophomore team captains: Barb Lynn, Michelle Dotignac, and Heather Collard. Heather Collard, Alison Brown. Amy Daniels, Laura Bender, Debbie Major, Kellie Hemminger, Barb Lynn, Kelly Pageia- sotti. 92 Sophomore Cheerleading

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Pom Pons This year's Poms showed outstanding spirit, enthusiasm, and dedication. Kym Handy replied, Although it's hard work, I love being a Pom. lt's an opportunity to meet new people, have fun, and to be involved with the school, when asked her feelings about being a Pom Pon. An- other Pom pon, Sherl Bostwick, said, The squad worked hard together which has made this a lot of fun. The excel- lence of this year's Pom Pons was shown by the awards they returned with from camp and the state competition. During the summer the Poms attended RCMA,lRocky Mountain Cheerleader As- sociationi, Cheerleading Camp. This was the first time for the Poms to attend this particular camp. Everyday, while at camp, the Poms practiced very hard. Gina Wolfinbarger described camp as a lot of work and a lot of fun. For their final routine, they received a superior rib- bon. The state competition was at Arapa- hoe. The Pom Pons performed to Boy Meets Girl. For their performance the Poms were rewarded with an excellent trophy. This was the first time in five years for them to receive any trophy at state. Unlike the cheerleaders, the Poms keep the same squad all year for the different sports. They performed during half-time at games and at some other school activities. As fund raisers, the Poms sold suntan lotion, M 8: M's, candy bars, and Christmas decorations. To accomplish what this year's Poms have, they had to work hard together and keep positive attitudes. Also learning the routines and practicing them every day, takes patience. The captain of the squad, Rhonda Strepmen, was described as a person with a lot of patience . The squad said that they appreciate Rhonda for her patience and dedication, and Mrs. Mashman lsponsori for all of her help and understanding. Sheri Bostwick, Heidi Robertson, and Wendy Davis rehearsing a routine. TOP: Wendy Davis, Candi Thomas, Vicki Zion, Paige Dunneback, Rhonda Strepmem. BOTTOM: Gina Wolfinbarger, Sherl Bostwick, Tammy Dominguez, Kym Handy, Carla Vincent. NOT PICTURED: April SUmmers, Jill Campbell, Tari Tucker, Heidi Robertson. Vicki Zion struts her stuff. Poms at an after school pratice, Pom Pons 91

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Young And Enthusiastic! Although there are a lot of good things to say about cheerleading, it requires hard work and time. But the Freshman cheerleaders don't seem to mind it a bit. It's much easier to get involved and l like showing spirit for the school, stated Mindy Peterman when asked what she likes about being a cheerleader. Delinda Chapa, also a freshmen cheerleader, said that sometimes its a lot of responsibility being the captain of the squad, but other times it's great! There was responsibility on all of the cheerleaders. They practiced everyday during the summer and after school. They also attended cheerleading camp at Colorado State University. The camp lasted for three days. It was fun and a lot of work, but we learned a lot, remarked Mindy Peterman. Their hard work was Freshman cheerleaders: itop to bottoml Mindy Pe- terman, Leslie Patrick, Andrea Powelson, Niffie Bascom, Delinda Chapa shown by the awards that they received. On the first day they were rated superi- or , which is the highest award they could receive. On the two remaining days, they were rated excellent. It was then that they began to show that they were a real part of Green lVlountain's squad instead of just a mere after thought. Some people don't consider the freshman squad important, but showing their skill and enthusiasm as they do, they are impossible to ignore. Three out of the five members are vet- eran cheerleaders, Mindy Peterman, Les- lie Patrick, and Andrea Powlson, all of them being on the Dunstan squad last year. One thing they all agree on it that they have gotten much closer since working together and rest assured, next year they will add talent and enthusiasm to which ever squad will be lucky enough to get them. What's goin' on guys?! Delinda, Andrea, and Leslie are hard at work. Pose for the camera Freshman Cheerleading 93