Mid America Nazarene University - Conestoga Yearbook (Olathe, KS)

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N SS HO OREDA TOUR AME T QUEE The Tournament Queen coronation took place at the half-time of a hard fought battle for first place in the Intramural Basketball Tournament. The tournament, held on February 19 and 26, was sponsored by the Circle K. It brought together the basketball teams of the four societies in a final battle royal before the close of the men's basketball intramurals. The first evening saw the Rangers and the Scouts emerge victoriously over the Patriots and Explorers. In final round action, the Patriots emerged in third place over the Explorers. Champions were the Rangers with the Scouts in a close second. Members of the student body formed a noisy cheering section as they emphatically and somewhat loudly supported their respective societies. During the first games, four candidates for Intramural Tournament Queen were announced. These girls were nominated by the Circle K members. The voting was held on the final evening and election was by the members of the participating teams and Circle K. MANC's first Intramural Tournament Queen was Kathy Ness, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Maynard Ness of Fulton, South Dakota. First runner-up was Joy Bender. Tied for second runner-up were Bonnie Gammill and Cheryl Hancock. The queen was crowned by the Circle K Governor of the Kansas District, Bob Lawrence. President of the local club, Ron Burch, acted as Master of Ceremonies. An all-star team consisted of Chris Manbeck, Gayland Gaut, Doug Pfaff, Harold Wedel and most outstanding player, Bill Cook. Trophies were given to the winning teams. 3' JT a J W 1 , ,wauaaem N sszf Kathy Ness, First Intramural Basketball Tournament Queen Intramural Basketball Tournament Court: Kathy Ness, escort d b M'k 9 J' 1 9 Smiflt' Clierjvl Hancock escorted by Allen Browng Bonnie Gammill, escorted by Dave Jones' Joy Bender escorted by Dave Starlin , I , g'

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I George Hawkins and Gayle Jackson were among those who set the tradition of announcing their engagement at the Sweetheart Banquet. Before the Coronation, Larry Schmidt and Joyce Shepherd enjoyed the banquet among other friends. The faculty, administration, and others closely connected with the school honored the students by serving the tables, 'family style. QW' Reigning over the banquet, Queen Joyce and her court sit at the head table.

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EXPERIENCE PI ON EERI N G Although the summer of 1969 was welcomed in June, 181 anxious first year Pioneers returned to the campus of MANC late in August. They were met not only by old friends and now fellow sophomores, but also a new class of 322 freshmen. JOHN WOM EN . . .That first day was one of reminiscing for the former Pioneers. It was one of exploring for the new. Upon arrival they were met by Dale Fish and Fairy Williams at the information tepee. HMT'