Illinois Valley High School - Trailblazer Yearbook (Cave Junction, OR)

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The 1983 Cougar Varsity Football team had what you could call a disastrous season. The team, which was made up ot solely underclassmen, led to a young and inexperienced team. This reason of inexperience, resulted in a win loss record of O il for the whole season. The winless Cougars brightest moment perhaps came when they travelled to Lakeview. If it weren 't for a tumbled punt on the 13 yard line and a broken play that resulted in a fumble near the end-zone, the Cougars might have won. However, due to costly mistakes, the Cougars once again were the losers when the buzzer rang at the end of the game. Another climax in the Cougars' season came when they hosted the South Umpqua Lancers. The Lancers, who were rated in the Top 10 poll, stayed even with the Cougars for the first half, with the score being 22-21. However, without replacements the battered Cougars lost their spirit and finally the game, 49-21. Even with the loss of all their games, the Cougars were still able to improve and gain valuable experience. Coach Jim Richardson ended up by adding Even though we were young and small, we still played well against some bigger and more experienced teams. Finally, there are seven returning starters next year and Cougar Varsity Football is expected to improve. With this in mind, Richardson said, This was a positive learning and building year that has prepared us more for next year. John Webb, Sean Galli, and Jeff Nichols impatiently watch injured North Valley Player.

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POSITIVE LEARNING AND BUILDING YEAR FOR COUGARS Varsity Football: L to R. Bottom Row- Coach Jeff Campbell, Sean Galli, John Webb, Curtis Teel, Kevin Gill, Dan KiHebrew, Chris Calentine, Gavin (Skynard) Run dell, Mike Still wagon, James Greenwood, Rick Rot mans. Coach Cary Thornhill, Second Row- Coach Jim Richardson, Steve McGuire. Heath Spangler, Douglas Howeth, William Hoskins, Eric Davis, Junior Eldred, Bob Thornhill, Sean Carpenter. Bob Diem, Cam Dailey, Sean Boyd, Top Row- Manager Rich Wright, Mark Cook, Barry Yant, Noel Hoback, Brian Darpino, Rod Russell, Duane Rogers, Scott Phillips, Perry Pullen, Greg Danko, Mark Troutt, Tim Cromwell, Coach Virgil Lem ley.

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SOCCER TEAM SOCKS IT TO EM Varsity Soccer: L to R, Bottom Row- Damian Holloway, Kevin Beck, Brian Stevens, Aircn Isenagel, Russ Meads, Tom Davis, Robert Buell, Brian Proett, Top Row- Terry Lee, Coach Ben Temmens, Creg Vandergrift, Jack Kchoe, Carl Billhimer, John Luerding, Jeff Cusumano, Harry Porter, Clint Baker, Asa VanGelder, Coach Leon Hart, Manager Richard Milner. The fall sports atmosphere was different at 1. V. this year as a new sport was added along with the regular program. The sport was soccer! The team was very fortunate to have to play only one game in the rain. It seemed as if the clouds were holding the rain until the end of the season hut couldn t manage and had to let out the rain on the last game. The crisp, clean air and rustling leaves added to the excitement of this new sport. The new soccer team had a difficult time getting uniforms and transportation. Soccer was a new sport and it was at the same time as football, therefore, many football supporters weren't willing to budget soccer funds. The amazing thing is that a brand new football uniform cost as much as 15 soccer uniforms. The team was very fortunate to have a coach with a lifetime of soccer experience. The assistant coach was an excellent disciplinarian. The players had excellent practices which were characterized by diligence and hard work. The season was highlighted by a 1-0 upset over Medford. They also beat archrivals North Valley twice in two outings. Their low point was the last game, which they lost to Grants Pass 3- 2. In the second half of that game, they had numerous chances to score, however, they never capitalized on them. Overall the team did an outstanding job and earned a second place for their efforts. After the smoke had cleared and the rain started the coaches had chosen Harry Porter as the most valuable player, Jeff Cusumano and John Luerding were the most improved. The most inspirational award went to both the team captains, Asa VanGelder and Brian Stephens. The team looks on while a Grants Pass opponent heads the ball.