Houghton Lake High School - Bobcat Yearbook (Houghton Lake, MI)

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Second Annual Powderpuff Ends in Tie Raymond ABOVE: The actions of upperclassmen Penny Nor- ris and Lisa Rase reveal the enjoyment felt by thoughts of underclass destruction in the powderpuff game. LEFT: Junior Johanna Spehar and sophomore Kelly Speiss display their grasp of the true meaning of fellowship and sportsmanship after the powderpuff game. ■o § E (0 cr 11

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The second annual powderpuff foot- ball game ended in a 22-22 tie on Oc- tober 27th. The upperclassmen girls failed in their attempt to capture the win for a second time. Approximately 100 girls warmed up for a contest which most people believe exclusive to guys. Practices began early in October. Participation and enthusiasm ran high for both teams. We were more organized than the other team, commented junior Nona Rosebohm. Game day brought enthusiasm to a peak. The teams dressed in jerseys bor- rowed from the Bobcat football players. Spirit ran high and secret plays were discussed in hushed tones. At 7:00 p.m. the senior and junior girls, under Coaches Tom Major and Barb Sheeler, met the opposition on the field. Principal Ron Szewczyk, Brenda Randall, and Assistant Principal Dick Brown led the sophomore and freshman girls in their attack. After the opening kickoff, the underclass team ran a touchdown play and gained the extra points. Two touchdowns and two extra point plays by upperclassmen brought the score to 16-8. With little time left on the clock, Szewczyk's girls scored another touchdown, making the halftime score 16-14, seniors and juniors. After halftime honey ceremonies, the game resumed with advances halted on both sides by penalties. The upperclass scored another touchdown but failed in their attempt for the extra points. It was a critical situation for the underclass as they trailed with a score of 22-14. Nevertheless, they succeeded in making a final score, ending the con- test with a 22-22 tie. Coach Sheeler's feelings on the game's outcome were positive. I'm glad it ended in a tie.'' Sporting his University of Michigan hat for inspiration. Coach Szewczyk commented, “It takes a better team to face adversity and come from behind.'' Raymond ABOVE LEFT: While silently watching the game action. Coach Sheeler plans new strategies and Renae Follrath reviews offensive plays. ABOVE RIGHT: Teresa Manzella of the upperclass blue offense fights for yard- age with the help of teammates. Yardage was low, however, through the ef- forts of Norma Breyer. RIGHT: Underclassmen Tom Boals, Kristy Carrick. Kelly Garrett, and Tricia Wyman portray the optimism and excitement felt by all of the powderpuff foot- ball players during the game.

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Cindy Wyman Named Homecoming Queen Cindy Wyman became the 1980 Homecoming Queen on No- vember 1st during the halftime ceremonies at the Bobcat game with Evart. She was crowned before an enthusiastic crowd of spectators bundled up against the cold wind. As the halftime ceremonies began, the five senior queen can- didates and the three underclassman representatives paraded around the field in antique cars, then were met by their parents and escorts. Once everyone was on the field, the suspense ended when Cindy Wyman was announced as Houghton Lake's 1980 Homecoming Queen. Cindy made her special walk to the plat- form escorted by Terry Johnson. Cindy was crowned by retiring queen Launa Jobin. Launa was escorted by Dave Williams. The traditional queen's robe was draped around her shoulders as she received a dozen red roses. Cindy reflected on her feelings of being chosen by comment- ing, “I felt surprised and was proud to be chosen. It was something that made my senior year very special to me. I'll never forget that day. Ceremonies came to a close as the new queen left the field RIGHT: The waiting ends in joy for Cindy Wyman. After a month of being a candidate, she hears her name announced as 1980 Homecoming Queen. LOWER LEFT: Surprised and excited are both Cindy and her mother when the announcement of queen is made. Escort Terry Johnson provides reinforcement. LOWER RIGHT: Cindy nervously clutches retiring queen Launa Jobm s arms for support as the crown is secured on her head. accompanied by the 1980 prince and princess, Ricky Bloom from Our Lady of the Lake School and Denise Bowman from Merritt. 12