Independence High School - Spirit Yearbook (Charlotte, NC)

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Kathy Collins Beth Kaba Donna Fisher Barbara Faires Cindy Miles i Some of the girls examine a program before the Garinger game. The Independence and Garinger cheerleaders take time at halftime to relax and chat with one another. 143

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Barbara Query Amy Freeman Head Cheerleader—Betsy Capps Songs and Cheers arouse spirit Hard work and joy came about July 2-6 when the 1967-68 Independence cheerleaders attended ACA Camp at Brevard College. With muscles aching, they completed the course obtaining a better knowledge of how to lead cheers and the mechanisms of cheerleading. They came back with many new cheers and songs including “America, America,” which was sung before each home basketball game. The girls felt this week was very worthwhile and hoped a tradition had been set in going to ACA Camp. The cheerleaders worked together on many projects which were fun and rewarding. They sold homemade ice cream and went to the beach on the profit. They also sold candy, confetti at the football games, and beat ribbons on each day of a game. The sponsoring of a pretty legs contest during basket¬ ball season and a spaghetti supper in the spring were some other activities. The motto which the girls went by in supporting all the teams was: “A Winner Never Quits and A Quitter Never Wins.” The crowd at the Catholic game is led in a rousing song. The cheerleaders look on at the game to see what the next play will be. 142

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I.H.S. ends season with even Record Lawrence Mayes makes off with the steal as the Patriots tangle with Garinger. Guard Lem Long skillfully dribbles around the court while Wildcat Raymond Black tries to get possession. The 1967-68 varsity basketball team started out with only two lettermen, Bobby Donaldson and All County Charles Lipscomb. Head Coach Joe Coulter and his assistant Ernie Kale worked with the players to mold a team which success¬ fully represented the Patriots. Lipscomb was the captain and leader for the Patriots. He led the league in scoring most of the year and was tremendous on the backboards. His smooth touch in wringing the basket made him a favorite with his teammates and the fans. Donaldson and two juniors, Lem Long and Skipper Horton headed the guard position with their skill and vigor. The boys who led the forwards were Charles Cauthen, Mark Hagler, and Lawrence Mayes. These players worked hard and really looked superb at times but like everything they had their ups and downs. Many hard fought games were lost in the last few minutes by a close margin. It was tough to lose after playing so hard and coming so close but they never gave up. The season ended with a 10-10 record. Next year the Patriots look strong at the guard positions but will have to build up the front court to come in with a season as successful as this one. Charles Lipscomb shows off his height advan¬ tage as Mark Hagler looks on.