LeTourneau University - Pioneer Yearbook (Longview, TX)

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CHEERLEADERS 'GET FIRED UP | a YS 2 ere a, Z= fe {Ss 0 Of 4 i ¢ é The 1976-1977 Cheerleaders, Bottom, L-R: Karen Jones, Brenda Busing, Julie Niewald, Supported by Captain Julie Niewald, Linda Cindy Martin, Madelyn Casement; Top, L-R: Cecelia Miller, Linda Russell, Carol Barclay. Russell mounts on top for a half-time show. 0 R — A This pyramid was one of several formations the During time-outs the girls would lead the crowd in a rousing cry of support cheerleaders used to give flair to their routines. for the team. 174

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og ORL Re» Members of the 1977 Baseball team include, Front (L-R) Bob Mitchell, Tim Wallace, Kevin Jackson, Larry Lunsford, Roger Gritzmaker, George Williamson; Middle (L-R) Paul Young, Dave Parker, Gary Holeman, Larry Verduin, Paul Ahrens, Pete McMillan, Jeff Renfroe; Rear (L- R) Coach Stu Brynn, John Blackburn, Keith Bastian, Bo Letney, B. J. Werner, Curt Wright, Ken Fleming, Coach Darrel Caneday, Trainer Dave Stoltzfus. Not pictured: Jim Marvin, Dan Webber. Second baseman Larry Lunsford, along with Kevin Jackson and Bo Letney were named the team’s Most Valuable Players. @ — — — — NOWWO-DANNNONKRDORORUANAN SCORES CENTENARY AMBASSADOR AMBASSADOR WILLIAM JEWELL PRINCIPIA PRINCIPIA CARROLL CARROLL DORDT DORDT JARVIS TEXAS TEXAS TEXAS TEXAS JARVIS JARVIS LOUISIANA LOUISIANA CENTENARY CENTENARY RECORD 14-7 — — ODONnNDDONWDWOODOUNAUNHENYNWEWEOO 173

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The cheerleaders made sure the team felt welcome Cold weather was no hindrance as the squad came out in the fall to cheer for the when they came back onto the court after half-time. Yellowjacket soccer team. Radiant smiles showed the enthusiasm that was necessary to stir the crowd to life. The 1976-1977 cheerleading squad brought a new style of cheering to the LeTourneau College campus. Previous experience and numerous hours of practice became evident as soon as the girls appeared on the basketball court. There were new routines and formations. The most memorable stunt featured a human pyramid as its finale. New uniforms were obtained with the help of the Student Senate to replace those worn for the previous two years. During the fall semester the cheerleaders were captained by Dawn Mathiesen. As Dawn did not return for the spring term, Julie Niewald ascended to head the squad. Much time was spent in activities away from the court. Signs announcing games were made. On Valentine's Day, each player received a Valentine and a heart-shaped cake was baked for the team. On Saturday mornings before road trips the girls served breakfast. Overall, the cheerleaders concentrated on raising the spirit of both team and school. Their enthusiasm and flair provided encouragement for the team, and stirred the fire of school pride. 175