Miami Norland High School - Valhalla Yearbook (Miami, FL)

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Abruptly halted in his rushing attempt by the powerful Viking defense, a St. Thomas halfback is thrown for a considerable loss. Enid Gil Shearon, driving a McArthur halfback to his knees, is a danger- ous threat not only as a pass receiver, but also as a powerful runner. g tackling was an integral factor in, holding the Rat rs to negative seven yards rushing while yielding only one first down. Coach Dmukins discusses de ensive strateg to be used during the second half with co-captain szmy Hayes.

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G. Torres, G. Grodzicki, T. Jolly, F. Tucerone, C. Morris, L. Lauderdale, J. Barns, D. Evatt, J. Youngerman, R. Cershen. Third Row: D. Randall, J. Owen, K. Pletzer, J. DeJesus, T. Bale, M. Worthington, G. Rhodes, J. Martinas, F. Harper7 G. Roreo, T. Harvey, C. Strick- land, B. Mitman, G. Heweison, S. Weinstein, D. Brandy, F. Lisko. Top Row: E. Lipsch, E. Davis, S. Bello, L. Terwillinger, D. Wilson, J. Moller, R. Wolf, R. Ferris, B. Holt, L. Murry, J. Fesco, J. Critchlow7 G. Shearon, B. Antulis, D. Wisneusik, B. Roberson, E. Bailey, M. Neil, J. Morford, J. Galliger, G. Voyles. GR HRON OFFENSE Unveils Unbalanced Line in Finest Season Recorded Although the first two games found Norland 0n the low side of the scoreboard7 the first Victory was posted over South Broward. After dominating the flrst half of the Key West game, the Conchs man- aged to emerge Victorious by running outside the firing Viking ends. Returning 21 week later to crush St. Thomas Aquinas, Norland moved on to do battle With Stranahan. The Dragons scored on a freak fumble interception late in the game to give them a narrow margin of victory. Undergoing a series of revisions and changes, the Viking oHense unveiled its unbalanced line in their 13-7 victory over the Red Raiders. Finally, Norlandk offensive platoon which averaged 204 yards per game, swept over its last four opponentSeall top ranked teams-to reach second place in the northern conference. ttThafs no excuse! The Coconut Grove Playhouse could surely use an actor like yaw , observes line coach and trainer Coach James. X 30?! xyxk 44a COACH

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BEST DEFENSE Smashes Through Areds Top Ranking Opposition Proved to be the best in the country the Viking defense thwarted many an offensive drive while yielding an average of only 139 yards per game. Primarily a separate platoon, the defensive squad proved to be the decisive factor in many of the seasonvs victories. As the season progressed, a six- man line was consistently used more often. Their effective pursuit made gains in rushing yardage extremely difhcult for the opponent. In their best show of the season the Viking de- fense allowed only one first down and seven rushing yards against St. Thomas Aquinas. Leading the entire team in tackling was half- back Jim Hayes with a total of 80. Tackle Don Brandy led the line with a total of 73 tackles fol- lowed closely by Terry Balehs 65. Inside line backer Don Wantuck and halfback Jeff Grate were selected for the Miami Herald All-City two-way team for their defensive and offensive efforts. Woe got itV thinks Jefjr Grate as he steals a pass from a St. Thomas receiver who is obviously thinking along the same line. :szm, and I thought these boys were in thn the other hand, if the linebacker th'hat do you mean, you stood there and shape. Well, wehll hx that Monday . . 7, should move behind the guard you can . . 7 watched for the pass to go over your head?,, 165