Kankakee Valley High School - Kougar Pride Yearbook (Wheatfield, IN)

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KV Kougars Endure 28-0 Defeat; Barbara Myers Reigns as Queen Kougars sought action against the No. 1 rated North Judson Blue Jays only to find that the Blue Jays weren’t just flapping their wings. Even though Homecoming was lost, 28-0, the week of Homecoming, Sept. 22-28, was a harvest of fun. The Homecoming was celebrated with a spirit week and locker decoration contest. The Seniors reaped first place receiving $50.00 for the class treasury and the Juniors took second receiving $25.00 for the class treasury. The prize money is given by the Athletic Boosters. Spirit Week con- sisted of T-Shirt Day, Twin and Twinkle Day, Professional Day, Swap Day, and Red and White Day. On the cool, clear Thursday night, Senior girls defeat the Juniors 22-18, in the annual Powder Puff game. Junior team is first to score when Sherri Smith receives the ball with one yard to go and runs for a touchdown, for a 6-0 lead. Then, Senior Cindy Hunt makes the score 6-6 with the help of her team. Senior Holly Deyoung states. We did it!” Other touchdowns are completed by Juniors Jennifer Perry and Traci Brock. Karan Howard states after the game, We should ' ve won.” Senior touchdowns are completed by Chrissy Lucas, Connie Lonsberry, and another one by Cindy Hunt. Junior coach Mr. McDowell states, I really had a good time and was really surprised at the level of competition between the girls. A1 Hendon assists Mr. McDowell in the training of the Junior girls. Mr. Baker and Mr. Hershman are the Senior coaches. After the game Mr. Baker states, It was a well played game by both teams. Both sides showed tremen- dous sportsmanship. Following the game comes the traditional bon-fire. The fire colors the sky as the Seniors rejoice their victory. Coach Watts and team cap- tains give a pep talk around the fire to teammates and fans. As the Spirit Week comes to a close, many find themselves on Friday at the Homecoming halftime. The field is graced with Homecoming Queen Barb Myers escorted by Rod Huber. Oth- er court members consisted of Jenny Nagel es- corted by Greg Stanton, Elizabeth Grube escort- ed by Shawn Mawhorter, and Chrissy Lucas escorted by Matt McKim. The Princesses are Junior Kelly Myers escorted by Tim Lorenzen, Sophomore Kelli Andree escorted by Troy Pen- dergrass, and Freshman Sherri Cepko escorted by Todd Tilev. The Homecoming dance was held on a Satur- day this year instead of traditionally being held after the game. Students dressed in semiformal clothing to add style to the dance. Entertainment is provided by the WRIN Radio Station Disc Jockey. Hand Jiving to Let ' s Go to the Hop”, one of the many songs in a medley called Rock-n-Roll Fever, isjunior Dana Warren. This is Dana s First year in Kougarettes. You bet we’ve got spirit!” and the Seniors know just how to show it with victory sayings on the senior locker window during Homecoming. Row 1 Seniors Greg Stanton, Jenny Nagel, Rod Huber, Barb Myers, Matt McKim, Chrissy Lucas, Elizabeth Grube and Shawn Mawhorter. Row 2 Todd Tilev, Sherri Cepko, Troy Pendergrass, Kelli Andree, Kelly Myers, and Tim Lorenzen. 4 Homecoming

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During halftime Senior Band members, Katy Morrison and Lisa Young, ta ke time to talk with classmate Lori Liss about how nice white pants look on the football players. Senior Rod Huber and Barb Myers reign over Homecoming festivities. Junior Powder Puff Cheerleadrs Jim Belstra, Jeff Mathis, Craig Kozak, Steve Kooy, Rick Sanders, Troy Morris, Mat Kremke, and Larry’ Gifford give a unique twist to the art of cheerleading. Talking over sales of the ever famed Kougar Illustrated are J.V. Cheerleaders Rose Schoonveld and Kelly Jones. Homecoming 5