King High School - Clarion Yearbook (Tampa, FL)

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' I Anthony Harris displays his expedite ability to soar over the pole vault. s,- Ritfndn' Bra i wford.Jj Tocfej Faiobn, halier. Gference Harhs.'Witte F: There’s no stopping Charles Johnson (rom going to state in the hurdle competition. 74 Boys Track

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Bat of Victory Shortstop, pitcher, base players, outfielders and backstop. If these words sound like some sort of weird prescription for an antibiotic then it is obvious that softball makes no sense to someone who is on the outside. This year's softball team was more than definite about the positions, the rules, and the plays. This team was referred to as a young team because 12 of the 22 teammates were sophomores. The team was also young because it was only Coach Tintera's second season coaching. They proved, however, that age had no bearing on ability. The team had a slow start but leveled off as the season progressed. According to Caoch Tintera, the team's batting abili- ty was weak but their field coverage more than made up for that weakness. Merrily Hambleton was noted on her unique, strong hitting ability. Other outstanding players were Julie Driscoll, Angela Skeleton, Gina Millard. Dawn Hagenkother and Tara Williams. There were 46 young ladies who tried out for the team in which 22 actually made it. Of the 22 who made the team only 10 were returning from last year. Coach Tintera's main objective was to instruct them in basic fielding, coverage, and place hitting. Coach Tintera seemed extremely confident that success was in the path for the softball team, and she was absolutely right. Brenda Brinson Row 1: Merrily Hambleton. Michie Burke. Erin Ryan. Julie Driscoll, Christy Maraman, LeAnna Mercer. Darlene Campbell. Bobbi Gittens. Elizabeth Shcpcrd Row 2: Laurie Sanuita. Shannon Burke. Dawn Hagenkottcr. Heidi Kirby. Carlene Carter. Gina Millard. Tara Williams, Denise Buie. Sonia Jones, pgela Skeltflfl ftthy Tintera NrjLflfcejytjiKendra Carter. Tracey Reeves. Chris Gma Millard rushes to left field to catch a high fly ball Denise Buie gives it her all bringing the ball infield SCOREBOARD King vs Leto Plant City Lakeland Brandon Hillsborough Plant Chamberlain Winter Haven East Bay Armwood Jefferson Gaither Tampa 8ay Tech a Softball 73

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Winged Feet The Boys’ Track Team, along with Coaches Higdon, Tolley, and Vickers, had an outstanding season. With a record of over 49 wins and only 6 losses before district competition, the Lions displayed their winged feet and endurance As a whole. remarked Higdon, we were strong in field events, we have a few young distance runners who have great futures, but were short a couple of sprinters this season. State hopefuls included: Ronny Wooten. Willie Farmer. Charles Johnson. Anthony Harris. Mike Hildreth. Todd Faloon. and Lindsey Harris. These young men com- peted very well in the Florida Relays as well as in districts Wooten excelled in the pole vault, hurdle, and high jump; Willie Farmer as a sprinter in the 100 and 200 meter and as an anchor for the 440 relay. Anthony Harris m the pole vault and hurdles; Charles Johnson in the hurdles, long jump, and tri- ple jump; Mike Hildreth in the discus; Todd Faloon in the shot put; and Lmsey Harris in the shot put and discus. Other notable seniors include Lonnie Mathis. Louis Jones, and James Maring. Much credit is given to these fine young men for a hard working and successful season. Continued success should not be a tough act to follow. Remarks Higdon. I would like to thank everyone who played a part in this years track season, expecially to Assistant Coaches Vickers and Tolley As much as track many look like an in- dividual sport, it is truely a Team Effort1 TERESA SLATTERY With nothing in sight but the finish line. Willard Crawford prepares to take off Showing perfect form. Shawn Austin throws the discus. KING VS OPPONENT 3 4 Hillsborough 3 7 Armwood 3 11 Plant 3 15 Higgins Relays 3 18 Chamberlain 3 20 Gnffm Manuel Relays Boys Track 75