Meadowbrook High School - Sceptre Yearbook (Richmond, VA)

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Jim Graham and his trombone section listens intently to the music. Beth Licceri plays bass for the sta ge band. Orchestra was a new addition to the spring concert. Ray Kahrs, Hank Branch, and Loran Byers add their voices to the ensemble. Debbie Dorsey was one of the spring voices heard. The ensemble waits for the next song. 31

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Joe Haas concentrates on his solo. Waiting for their cue, the concert Band listens to Mr. Minnigh Shari Wood adds her talent to the Orchestra

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ATHLETIC FACILITIES EXPANDED As the saying goes “all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.” So after completing all the academic subjects for the day, you will find many students following this philosophy. These are the ones you find running track, hitting heads on the football field or shooting baskets in the gym. Not far behind these athletes are coaches insisting that they practice, practice, practice. With all the practice going on, it is not surprising that several of our teams ended their seasons successfully. Every Friday night, during the Fall, many supporters and students gathered watching the number one sport in America—Football. What some people don’t know is that on two other nights of the week the Girl’s Basketball Team is playing. This years team was led mostly by Seniors, although, because there was no JayVee team there were also a good member of sophomores. These girls seemed to work well together ending their season (12-4). Field Hockey, another fall sport, had a very good season. Even though they got anew coach this year, they proved that nothing could slow them down. Being a relatively new sport at Meadowbrook, no one really expected them to do well but they came in 2nd in the district. The Winter brings us two prominent indoor 32 sports—Boy’s Basketball and Wrestling. These two seem to get a large amount of attention from the students; probably contributing to their SUCCESS. In mid-February, while it’s still cold outside, the spring sports are beginning practice. Spring seems to be the best season for sports at Meadowbrook, the reason being that it’s near the end of school, which gives everyone a new outlook. With the convenient standbys such as, Baseball, Softball and Track, we have what used to be Known as the “Elite” sport—tennis. This year we adapted a new aspect by beginning a Girl’s tennis team. Along with the new team there came new tennis courts. The baseball field gave way to the courts and was moved a short distance away. Meadowbrook has always exceled in golf, and with the coaching of Mr. Porter 78’ was no exception. It is a game of coordination and patience. The rewards of winning are especially satisfying as competition is individual as well as with a team. Sports was an aspect of life at Meadowbrook that many enjoyed. Building the mind physically as well as mentally are all parts of a well rounded education. With the added facilities the Atheletic programs have expanded for the benefit of students, present and future.