Heidelberg High School - Yearbook (Heidelberg, Germany)

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THE HEAT IS ON The 1986-87 Lions track team. t L ain, snow, sleet, or shine, the R season started with the sound of a gun. On March 4th more than 109 people proved their dedica- tion and determination by participat- ing in the pre-season conditioning. Five days a week Coach Rich Ben- nett worked every person, every mus- cle, stretching, and reaching beyond what seemed impossible. Competition was fierce but with de- termination and spirit the Lions track team rose above the competition and had an awesome season. Alex Ortega perfects his stride during practice Scott Harris and Greg Terry practice passing the baton. Steve Stephens hurdles the hurdles. Sports 79

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PRECISION andGRACE he Heidelberg HOHEIT sports staff introduces the 1986-87 Var- sity Lions Rifle Team. Although the rifle team has been a part of JROTC for several years, this year was the first year it was considered a varsity sport. The Lions won every match this year which added to the 13 consecutive Victo- ries over the last 3 years. At the DODDS Rifle Team Championships the Lions scored 1387 points out of 1500 to assure them the Championship Title for an- other year and to also set a new Europe- Most Improved Shooter Matt Galan demonstrates the Kneeling position. an Team Scoring record. The Lions also took 1st place in three of the four posi- tions: High Individual e Kevin Gomez, High Standing e James Vorpahl, High Prone e Matt Galan. Sophomore Matt Galan had a perfect score in prone position. Senior James Vorpahl was voted Most Valuable Shooter with a total of 1790 points out of a possible 1800. J unior Jon Harrison demonstrates the high stand- ing position. Carolyn Lewis fmgri, James Vorpahl, Matt Galan, Jon Harri- son, SGM Windsor, Patrick Redahan, Fred Keville. Not pic- tured: Kevin Gomes. his years gymnastics team looks better than ever before, and first place seems to be within reach. With tough competition, tryouts took place in early February. Many young hopefuls demon- strated impressive flips, tum- bles, and turns for a spot on the 2nd place AAA European gym- David Gage, Brad Cogswell, Melanie Byrd, and Yvonne Ti- ger do back flips in uni- son. Shannon McManners displays extreme grace and balance on the beam. 78 Sports nastics team. Team coach, Ms. Phyllis Sullivan has high hopes for this years team. ffThe team this year has an excellent chance of winning first place. Most of the members are returnees from last year so there is a lot of ex- pertise and experience behind them. 11m looking forward to a great season? Standing: Kristin Aasen, Heather Kroger, Cathy Vonvorhis, Shari McManners, Janey Morris, Margie Armijo, Heidi Schenk, Kathy Sch. Yvonne Tiger, Natasha Dunham, Phyllis Sullivan tcoachi. Kneel Vickie DePietro, Jan Porter, Melanie Byrd, Kathie James, Vickie J0 Not pictured: Michelle Foster, Thandie Harris, Debbie Hoffmeyer, McKenna, Krista Mueller, Ursula Murrin

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Underclassmen mwder klas 7 mem 1 1. A freshman, scphomore, or junior. 2. The students rising i stature. 3. The majority of the school population. 4. Student not suffering from Senioritis. i 80 Underclassmen