Klein High School - Bearkat Yearbook (Klein, TX)

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Coach Jim Nelson prepares to give an Inspirational speech before the competition begins. Photo by Phillip Martin. :nu Jef ,fit Xrxm-.44-K '1L.f.-'75-v W W , f 1 ' , . 1 ' Q ' , 1 5 - . 'f l 2 ' S Q, f' 1 ' ' i G 1 4 '14-XAUWQ ' V 4- 5,3 t ,, wr f If .iiifq I' ff 'H P' an 3 Senior Jeff 0'Meara demonstrates hls award-wlnnlng dive during practice. Photo by Phillip Martin. Swimmers take your mark . . . GO! Photo by Phillip Martin f' - Q39 4 TA 5 r 2 3 . Q 1 2 Dunham www .lu 4:4 444 fb 9 :avi A '4'uw4 1 ? A -4 4 ,-- Jeff 0'Meara leaps into the air for another spectacular dive. Photo by Phillip Martin. Swim Team 239

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Varsity swimmers gather ln the pool before a Swim team makes waves On October 15, 1983 approximately fifty swimmers doveinto the tranquilwater ofthe Klein pool, anxiously ready to begin the swim season. Under the leadership of Coach Jim Nelson, the swimmers practiced both before school and during first period preparing for a successful year. Captained by Senior Jennifer Pokluda, the girls team proved to be superior in almost every event. Pokluda, last year's State Champion in the 100 yard backstroke, and talented swimmers Roxanne Nelson, Emily Seay, Kathy Mason, Aileen Hannigan and Kristine Nickles were a great asset to the team. The boys team, Captained by Senior Doug Farrell, consisted of strong underclassmen who improved tremendously over the year. Complimenting the swim team was an elite group of divers who added extra life to the meets..lel'fO'Meara,lastyear'swinnerinthe State Diving Competition, represented his team with tremendous spirit and provided leadership in the various meets. Undoubtedly, the swim team, as well as the diving team, made up an important part of the sports program at Klein in the 1983-84 school year. . I as :.........':. -as-: K t' .. l 7 ' . 'i'!'lh. P 'W i if ' ,, A 'A eiflf A A'!L ' I in 1 ww' -M ,V W, .... . 'if-1 rx V M z ,Ig-064 -55' me ' . i. .' is .' at K . 1 . .ffiffw ' M -P ',' . ,t W -'4 A V ' ' 'mai 1 . .. f W 4 'fiff I' if' C ,Wi 4 F is ' 'A no 'f :C ' . ff Y N' 7 1 .42 H A .71 V' , Z egg 3 ' K If 15,. 2' wil v-JK . tm., i . . kk E . A I lv If I - I J. ' if 65' , i2i f'3,., Q- - 5 L I , , ,. ' 5 . as .,.. . , , . N. Fx In ,G 4 1 aug, 4. f. !'.., . 'L 238 Swim Team FNXM Senior Lane Gourley plays it cool in the stands. Photo by Phillip Martin. Friends Tara Wilson, Jennifer Pokluda, Emily Seay, and Roxanne Nelson pose after a successful relay finish. Photo by Phillip Martin. Junior Rip Woodard contemplates the strategy of his next race. Photo by Phillip Martin.

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Kats bat Short-s top A me Lindblom prepares to throw the ball to home plate, comple tinga double play. Photo by Lee Armstrong. for State Watching the ball sail through the air, the batter beginsto sprinttowardfirst base.With no signs of danger in sight, he easily circles around the remaining bases. The player scores, proud of yet another run for the Bearkats! The varsity baseball team had its share of victories in the 1983-84 season. Having advanced to the State Semi-finals last year, the athletes began this season with much determination, The team's main strength proved to be a willingness to wing this was a definite advantage in District competition. The Bearkat team consisted of an experienced group of athletes who strived to improve their skills in every practice. With players such as Pitcher Kyle Atkinson, Short-stop Arne Lindblom and First Baseman Peter Nies, the team received a notable reputation. After competing in tournaments at Aldine and Brenham high school, the boys felt very secure about their playing abilities. Herb Allen, the team's dedicated coach, set high standards for his players. The athletes not only met but surpassed Coach Allen's expectations in the 1983-84 season. 240 Boys Varsity Baseball ...W ta. Returning lettermen Arnie Lindblom, Kyle Atkinson, and Peter Nies are proud to be seen in Klein baseball uniforms. Photo by Lee Armstrong.