Grove City Area High School - Pine Knot Yearbook (Grove City, PA)

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Weight Watchers Weight was the key word for this year's Eagle wrestlers. Every day, hour, and minute was spent watching the scales. Hours of practice consumed their time, sweating every ounce of fat from their bodies, but it was well worth it. The Eagle s overall record was 7-8, with team leaders such as Jamie Young 21-0, Bob Wise 14-7, and Deven Dittrich 18-3-2. The Eagle wrestlers celebrated victorious moments such as the outstanding win over Hickory, 29-27. Likewise, disappointments, such as the Greenville loss 35-19, appeared occasionally throughout the season. We were very pleased with the season because of the success of the young wrestlers ' stated Mr. Ruley. And because of their success, we hope to improve next year's record to 10 wins. Dedication and hard work, which were demonstrated throughout the season, were in the minds of all these young wrestlers. DEVEN DITRICH MENTALLY prepared himself for another battle and victory. Me ended the season with a 18-3-2 overall record. SOPHOMORE CMRIS ALESSIO works hard for the pin. With two years ahead of him, he looks forward to a rewarding season. NICK POM PA STRUGGLES to regain the advantage over his opponent. Nick was one of the two Junior starters. ..SPORTS ANOTHER VICTORY! THOSE famous words were said every match as Jamie Young completed an undefeated season.

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Eagle Team Keeps Their Spirits Alive The thin clans of Grove City High School Cross Country Team, led by Coach John Sample, raced through a season marred by occasional pleasure and frequent agonies. Senior Jim Highland and Joe Sample led the promising Sophomores including: Neil McEwen, Ross Headrick, Don Lingle and Jason Reeher. They gained and yielded victories against an array of strong country teams. Juniors Chuck Conway and John Murdock contributed the winning margins in several margin-cut performances. numbers and injuries plagued the girls' team. Senior Darlene Loughner fell victim to injury leaving Michele Hibbard and Priscilla Atwell to carry the racing burden. Top performances of the season included Priscilla Atwell's and Jason Reeher's 17th place finishes in the district championship races. Although the season was filled with frequent agonies, the Eagle Team kept their spirits alive. JIM HIGHLAND DEMONSTRATES his skill as he leads the pack of Eagle athletes past Greenville runners. Jim was a great example of determination and skill to the younger runners. JOE SAMPLE AND Chris Erelin are in a race by themselves as they edge away from their opponent Greenville. Joe was an important part of this year's team. THE LOOK OE determination was present as the team awaits the gun to go off at the starting line. Anticipation and nervousness were two emotions common at the beginning of each race. RUNNERS SHOW THEIR casual side as they try to relax tension and nerves before a meet against Greenville. Joe Sample surveys the area as Jason Reeher. Corey Cross. Heath Murdock and Don Lingle reflect on the upcoming race. THE LADY EAGLE runners show their serious side as they stretch out and discuss their game plans. Though girl runners were few, they made a fine performance. WARM-UPS ARE SERIOUS business when it comes to running Cross Country. Jim Highland, Heath Murdock and Don Lingle demonstrate this procedure. 21

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VARSITY W Lakeview Oi Rocky Franklin Kennedy Commodore Perry Hickory Titusville Cranberry haron cjrcenville Mercer Jamestown Reynolds Sharpsville KESTI.inQ 2-1 OPP. 42 39 19 11 36 29 27 43 33 24 35 27 20 63 23 CHRIS BILUHKA TRIES to overturn his opponent as the referee watches closely for the pin. MR. RULEY IHSTRUCTS Jason Fulkerson on wrestling technique. Much dedication was shown from both the students and the coaches. WRESTLIHG: Front Row: Deven Dittrich, Brett Wise, Eric Grace. Jamie Young, Bob Wise. Back Row: Chris Alessio, Jason Fulkerson, Chris Harvey, Hick Fompa, Ron Saunders, Scott Lewis. J.V. WRESTLIHG: Front Row: Jeff Ifft. Dion Bilunka, Floyd Eakman, Doug Reiber, Junior Saylor. Back Row: Russ Carlson, Ron Aldstadt, Jeff Brown, Dave Howard, Scott Miller, Mike Baker. 4 23