Merrillville High School - Merrillvue Yearbook (Merrillville, IN)

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Couples dance to the music of L L Mobile Sound and Lighting Company at the Homecoming dance. After an exciting week, Mary Santos and Mark Thompson, sophomores, join the celebration. After receiving the Mr. Football awards, Dave Woodward and Doug Cochran, seniors, express their thanks to loyal Pirate fans. Homecoming 15

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HOMECOMING: Excitement continues The celebration went on and excitement continued to build as the Pirates prepared to fight the Valpo Vikings. Friday’s activities began with the pep rally. Members of fall sports teams were honored and all wished the Pirates good luck. The winners from Thursday’s pa- rade were said by Nick Bumbales, senior. The sophomore’s enthusiasm won their powder puff firetruck the “Most Spirited”. However, it was the senior float, “Don’t Stop Believin’ In Pirate Pride”, that won as the “Best Class Float”. Confetti and signs filled the senior section as the champions of the powder puff game declared their victory to all. The senior football player’s election of the 1982 Mr. Football re- sulted in a tie. Dave Woodward and Doug Cochran, seniors, were named Mr. Football. They each received a football signed by the players. “I was surprised,” said Woodward as Cochran added, “I was very honored.” Before the game, a spaghetti dinner was held in the cafeteria by the Quest Club and the athletic department. Students, parents and al umni attended the dinner before going to the field for the big game. At the half, the Pirates were down 0-7. But the fans kept their faith as they anxiously awaited the crowning of the Homecoming Queen. Members of the court were Tuesday Grant, Lisa Mack, Karyn Palvas, and Karen Rendina, seniors. The girls were escorted by one or both parents. Richard Demaree escorted the 1981 queen, Denise Dudak. She crowned the queen, Tuesday Grant. After the excitement, Grant commented, “I was very happy.” The game continued with the Pirates striking back and tying the opponents. When time ran out, the score remained tied and the game went into overtime. Suspense filled the air as the fans desperately cheered their team on. With a successful field goal by Branko Jocic, junior, the crowd went wild. The Pirates defeated the Vikings, 10-7. After celebrating Friday’s victory, the students were ready for the week’s finale, the Homecoming dance. The dance was held on Oct. 16 in the MHS cafeteria. However, festivally decorated with helium balloons and streamers to compliment the theme “It’s a Celebration”, it could hardly be called a cafeteria anymore. Music was provided by L L Mobile Sound and Lighting Company. Spasoff Studios took the dance pictures. The Student Council sponsored most of the Home- coming activities. Beth Bianco, sen- ior parade committee chairman, said, “We worked hard on Homecoming, but I think everyone had a good time and it was well worth it.” Jill Pennock After being crowned Homecoming Queen, Tuesday Grant poses with the 1981 queen. Denise Dudak. Sophomores show their spirit as they cheer the Pirates on at the Homecoming pep session. Vincent 14 Homecoming

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HANGOUTS: Friday night attractions A long week of homework and studying is over. It’s Friday night — the night you’ve been waiting for all week to go out with your friends, forget school, and just get rowdy. The night starts with a football or basketball game, where you yell and cheer the Pirates on to victory. After the game, you’re still wound up with excitement and ready for fun as you and your friends leave the parking lot with the radio jamming. Where to now? “After a game, you want to go where the gang is,” said Deena Takis, senior. In ’82, “the gang” usually went to Godfather’s Pizza. “Most people go there,” said Nick Bravos, senior, “because it’s newer and has better pizza. It’s a good place for everyone to get together and talk.” Lynn Pigott, senior said, “Godfather’s has a good atmosphere because it’s very lit up and open, so that you can see the whole place at one glance.” “We enjoy the students and having them here,” said Henry Ludwign, assistant manager at Godfather’s. “We are always packed with high school students on Friday and Saturday nights, usually serving about 400 after a game. All we require is that they don’t tear the place down.” Susan Kozak, junior, gave the most common testimonial for Godfather’s when she said, “I go there to see everyone else.” Not everyone migrated to Godfather’s, however, some opted for Shakey’s or another restaurant instead. “I usually go to Shakey’s or even Poppin’ Fresh Pies after a game just to get away from the crowds and relax,” said Ken Haupt, junior. “I like going to Pizza Hut after games because Godfather’s is usually too crowded,” added Dee Hill, sophomore. “If you want to be with friends from other schools, Shakey’s is the place to be,” said Cathy Seber, senior. “People go 16 Hangouts there from Hobart, Crown Point, Andrean and Merrillville.” Shakey’s $1 minimum food purchase worked more favorably than Godfather’s $2 requirement and specified size pizza. But as Phil Pardus, sophomore, said, “Spending a couple of dollars is worth having a chance to sit back and talk without a teacher rapping you up side the head.” Still others, as Takis put it, “Head for the nearest party.” Most, such as Hill, especially liked the dances held after some games. “I thought the dances were great. You didn’t have to buy food — you could just walk around and see nearly everyone from school there.” It all boils down to simply having fun. Who can forget milling around the arcades at Godfather’s or Shakey’s, slipping a quarter into the jukebox, or eating with one eye on that special someone in the next booth? Friday night — one night of freedom to relax and enjoy. As Seber said, “Going somewhere after games is a good time to see old friends, meet new friends, and enjoy yourself.” Carla Marson Enjoying their pizza, Susan Hines, Cheri Adler, Sue Metros, sophomores, migrate to Godfather ' s after a home football game. Vincent