Leo High School - Oracle Yearbook (Leo, IN)

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1 1 1 i I H omecoming Newly crowned king Tom Dykhuizen takes the traditional ride around the track during the pep session. At the end of the homecoming week ac- tivities, Todd Bennett shows his spirit by jamming down at the homecoming dance. Newly crowned queen, Tami Witt, re- ceives a congratulatory kiss from her es- cort, Wiley Kite. photos by Waiters Studio 14 IL Lifestyles — Homecoming

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Relaxing before the game, juniors Mary Minich and Jami Carey get their hair done by Paula Kitzmiller and Niki Healy. photo by Celeste Schaefer A Long Awaited Victory For the first time in 13 years, tables liave turned and the juniors defeat the seniors in Powder Puff with a score of 12-6. The atmosphere on Wednes- day, September 18th was much different between the junior and senior classes than any other Wednesday. It was time for one of homecoming ' s most popular events — Powder Puff. Memories of the many practices flashed in the minds of the players. Juniors had a total of fourteen practices, the seniors three. To psych themselves up for the game, the seniors met at Wally Miazga ' s house and rode to the school cheering and chanting. The junior puffers met at Shelly Slentz ' s house to decorate their cars and caravan to the school. The game was about to begin. The seniors, in their black and red sweatshirts, and the juniors outfit- ted in blue and yellow were about to match their talents in the sport of football. From the beginning of the week, everyone expected the seniors to win, as usual. Even one of the referees, Mr. Steinhouser, had predicted the win of the sen- iors on his calendar. But the ju- niors were out to prove everyone, including past history, wrong. The game itself was very differ- ent despite the efforts of the sen- ior players and the referees. For the first time since 1972, the ju- niors defeated the seniors with a score of 12-6. The loss of the sen- iors caused mixed emotions for everyone. Overall, the Powder Puff game was a lot of fun for both classes. It got everyone fired up for the homecoming game. As summed up best by Mary Pfister, I thought that Powder Puff was a fun part of homecoming and helped encourage class spirit. — Chris Scheil Powder Puff — Ufestyles l 3

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Leo football captains, Brad Fredericks and Jeff Kimbel, shake hands with the Carroll captains, signaling the beginning of the game. Homecoming gave the students an opportunity for adventure — LION ' S BIG ADVENTURE Leaving the lazy days of summer behind them, the students started another school year. Homecom- ing week gave the Lions a chance to forget the monotony of school and experience the excitement of high school football. The Lions ' Big Adventure began Monday, September 16, with Pa- jama Day. The Lions showed their spirit by wearing their warm fuz- zles and toting cuddly teddy bears. Thursday brought Nerd Day and Class Skit. The seniors won Class Skit for the second consecutive year. Nerd Day was a day when the students could dress in their absolutely worst fashions. Friday marked the long awaited arrival of the big game. A pep rally was held in the afternoon to fur- ther boost Lion enthusiasm. The cheerleaders presented their Pee Wee Herman skit and se- cret admirers were revealed. Tom Dykhuizen was crowned Home- coming King. That night, the fans piled into the stands, waiting for the excite- ment to begin. The Lions were up against the Carroll Chargers. By halftime the score was 14-0, Car- roll leading. Halftime began with the parade. Floats of all sizes, shapes and col- ors passed by — building the an- ticipation and excitement of the fans. Next came the band playing Leo ' s school song, The Minneso- ta Rouser . The homecoming court was the grand finale. As the eager crowd awaited, Tami Witt was crowned Homecoming Queen. She was escorted by Wi- ley Kite. The 1985 homecoming court consisted of: last year ' s queen Michelle Delegrange, es- corted by her brother Todd, senior Sa- mantha lemma, escorted by Greg Kelly, senior Beth Witte, escorted by Shannon Roberts, queen Tami Witt, escorted by Wi- ley Kite, junior Laurie MacQueen, escort- ed by Ed Bushe, sophomore Renea Miller, escorted by Dain Bufe, and freshman Jamie Carton, escorted by Jason Richards. Homecoming — Lifestyles 15