Klein High School - Bearkat Yearbook (Klein, TX)

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Sophs succeed Recruited from the Freshman football team was an athletic group of boys, alias the Sophomore football team. Under the leadership of coaches Gary Jackson and Charles Collins, the thirty-six underclassmen maintained a commendable record of 5-4-1. Both the offense and defense proved to be more versatile this year than ever before, blocking and passing with vigorous enthusiasm. Although the team lacked speed, the coaches were proud of the efforts provided by their winning team. Undoubtedly, the Varsity at Klein can expect to maintain a championship team knowing that these experienced sophomore players will continue a winning tradition. Experienced players struggle for more ground. Photo by Rick Seehausen. The 1983-84 Sophomore football team. 222 Sophomore Football

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J. V. players prepare to huddIe up after an important play. 651 J ci l.V. inspired Certainly, the Junior Varsity football team kicked off a memorable season in 1983. Led by coaches Jerry Bradshaw and Scott Yates, the team realized its weaknesses and took advantage of its strengths. The offensive running back and defensive tackle positions proved to be J.V.'s best assets with experienced players such as Juniors Danny Jackson and Ricky Gartner and Sophomores Mike Guthrie and John Brim always ready to play to their utmost ability. Atthe end ofthe season,the coacheswere pleased with a 4-6 record. The players had successfully accomplished their primary goal by learning to block and tackle as never before. The first week of November signaled the last game of the season, but J.V. players continued to practice with vigor and determination after the season drew to a close. Each player hoped to be one of the privileged few placed on the Varsity team in 1984. Coach Yates summed up the team's ambitions in one statement: J.V.'s main purpose is to help Varsity as much as it can but at the same time, improve their skills so that they can make Varsity next year. Certainly, the Junior Varsity football team has made a name for itself in 1983. The 1983-84 Junior Varsity football team. l.V. Football 221

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Fish strive for l.V. positions When school opened in September, hundreds of freshman poured into the unfamiliar high-rise, frightened of what lay ahead in the coming year. Fortunately, a group of young athletic boys found a significant way to be a part of Klein. This group was the 1983-84 Freshman football team. With the help of experienced coaches Herbert Allen, Payton Mullins, Richard Perkins and James Pool, seventy-one players practiced every day after school, conditioning themselves for the upcoming games. The Blue team played extremely well this season losing only one game, with it's primary strength being an abundance of players. The coaches hope that a great number of the boys will be recruited to the J.V. team next year. Certainly, these freshmen found a way to get really involved at Klein. The 1983-84 Gold Freshman football team. The 1983-84 Blue Freshman football team. Flsh players are anxious for action. Photo by Rick Seehausen. Opponents are stopped by the fish defensive llne. Photo by Rick Seehausen. Freshman Football 223