Montgomery Bell Academy - Bell Yearbook (Nashville, TN)

Text from Pages 1 - 242 of the 1978 volume:

DEDICATION The three ladies who “reside in the outer office of Montgomery Bell Academy are special people. They have a truly unenviable position. Everyday, from early morning to late afternoon, they attend to every matter for every student, in addition to working with the faculty, the parents of M.B.A. students, and Mr. Carter. They work constantly in order to fulfill everyone ' s needs. They are an integral part of the school— somewhat overburdened but never forgotten. Without their invaluable assistance, the Hill might be likened to a ship without a rudder. Therefore, it is with the deepest appreciation that we, the editors, dedicate THE 1978 BELL to the secretaries— Alleen Garriott, Frances McKeehen, and Virginia Liles. Often we never realize the value of, or we forget to appreciate, those things which are most valuable to us. When thinking back on the year just completed, one might say, “Well, I’m glad it’s finally over! Upon further reflection, however, we see that certain life experiences of real value never end; they carry over into the remainder of our lives. MBA has become and will remain an integral part of every student who has attended it. For most seniors, they will have spent four to six years of their lives on the Hill before they graduate. Thus, their experiences will be well remembered and may have much influence in the moulding of their lives after they have left MBA. In retrospect, then, the total MBA experience is never over. We will continue to remember those events on the Hill that comprised this past year of our lives: Friday-night football games, the Prom, weekends, study halls, theme nights, Homecoming, exams, spring break, lasting friendships, athletics, understanding teachers, tests, and more tests. These occurrences are all part of the schedule that each MBA student has followed. The daily routine of 8:10 Assembly, 1st period . . ., lunch . . ., 8th period . . ., athletics . . . will remain part of us for years to come. Therefore, when we look back on the past year, we need to think of what MBA has done for us and what it means to us— both for now and for the future. TABLE OF CONTENTS page ASSEMBLY 44 Nome Grad — L§ Utt Nam GlytfV Namat Wallac SH. Row Seat Hall Locker Combination. Period Subject Days Room TmcW 1 ENGLISH W-2 LOWRY 48 2 S.H. 50 3 HISTORY. . S-29 DRAKE m 4 SCIENCE CROWELL 54 5 — - - - 5 6 MATH i W-3 FAIRBAIRN 7 fi 7 FOR. LANG. W-6 HOLLINS 7fl 8 81 MONTGOMERY BELL Gym Locker No. Ya w 77-78 ACADEMY ATHLETICS 99 5 I ADMINISTRATION Virginia Liles Head Basketball Coach— Mr. Joe G. Shapiro Frances McKeehen Alleen Garriott Head Custodian— Lushion Williams BOARD OF TRUST Row 1: Mr. Matt H. Dobson, IV; Mr. Dortch Oldham; Mr. Dan W. Maddox; Mr. W.P. Hoffman; Mr. Jack C. Massey; Mr. Brownlee Currey, Jr.; Mr. James C. Bradford, Jr.; Mr. John E. Sloan, Sr.; Mr. John E. Sloan, Jr.; Mr. Morton B. Howell, Jr.; Row 2: Mr. Robert C. Brannon; Dr. Thomas F. Frist, Sr.; Mr. W.M. Hannon; Mr. Harold W. Clark; Mr. David K. Wilson; Mr. W. Lipscomb Davis, Jr.; Mr. Dewitt C. Thompson, IV; Mr. Vernon Sharp; Dr. Thomas Frist, Jr.; Mr. Francis E. Carter. Not pictured: Mr. John A. Ball; Mr. Thomas L. Cummings, Jr.; Mr. Joe C. Davis; Mr. Horace G. Hill, Jr.; Mr. Henry W. Hooker; Mr. Bronson Ingram; Mr. D.E. Motlow; Mr. Ralph Owen; Mr. Walter Richardson, Jr.; Mr. James E. Ward. Officers: Chairman of the Board Mr. John E. Sloan Vice-Chairman of the Board Mr. Brownlee Currey, Jr. Secretary Mr. Morton B. Howell, Jr. Treasurer Mr. Robert C. Brannon Ex-Officio Governor Ray Blanton 9 Close encounters? 11 MR. CARTER It would be nearly impossible to discuss Montgomery Bell Academy without discussing its headmaster, Francis E. Carter, Jr., because he is so prominent in every facet of campus life. Whether it be checking thermostats, shoveling snow, or completing college forms, Mr. Carter’s indomitable spirit pervades the school. His love of hard work is overshadowed only by his continuous drive to better an already impressive academic institution. More importantly, however, he is the embodiment of the gentleman, scholar, athlete concept on which the school’s foundation rests. He serves as a constant guide for all MBA students because he emphasizes the importance not only of academic achievements, but also of athletic and extra-curricular endeavors. His guidance and judgment are invaluable. Therefore, it would be equally impossible to make the statement that Mr. Carter is an integral part of the school, for, in a very real sense, Mr. Carter is the school. “Where’s David?” 13 SENIORS Student Council: Secretary Jeff Haynes, Vice President Paul Stumb, President Mark Sullivan, Treasurer Ed Archer Honor Council: Seated, President Galt Baker; Standing, Vice President Robert Holland, Secretary Bob Russell, Treasurer Chris Milam 17 SENIOR PORTRAITS Douglas Carlton Altenbern, Jr. 1 4 of the unofficial off-campus fall tennis team”; Is he doing that just to be funny? True War Clown ; Get on the go-round Coach Gideon’s Sleep Team ; P.G.”; It’s about time to call it a night ; no longer dedicated to A.P.”; Poston’s Black Sheep Class 3; Big Red Club 2,3,4; Business Staff of The Bell; National Merit Commendee; NEDT Award John Eugene Anderson Mouse ; I’m hungry!’’; Toothpick ; 119 ; Doctor, tell Head to get off me! Sorry, Jerry, it just slipped. 1 2 of Ruff and Ready; Rat and Jar ; Stillwater; 1 4 of the O.S.U. cleanup crew. National Merit Semi-Finalist; Jr. and Sr. Honor Societies; Honor Roll; NEDT Award; APSL Award; French Certificate medal; Big Red Club 2,3,4; Bell Ringer 2,3,4; Sports Editor 1978 Bell; Freshman Basketball; V. Wres- tling 2,3 (Co-Captain 4) James Erwin Anderson, III Me and Julie ; You know you can get two years for contributing ; 3 tick- ets and a clean record ; Daytona ; Varsity Checker Club; Coach Gideon’s Sleep Team 4; Student body member 7th, 8th, 1,2, 3, 4; Big Red Club 3,4; Fishing Club 3; F.C.A. 3; Freshman Basketball; Chorus 4; NEDT Award Maurice Dean Anderson, Jr. Joelton? ; President of the Daily Sa- fari-To-School Club; Amateur Funeral Director; John 14:6; NEDT Award; NMSC Semi-Finalist; Honor Roll 2,3,4; National Society of Distinguished American High School Students 3,4 William Kelley Anderson Sponge ; Hug it, Chin! ; Belle Meade 3; Hey, I’m 5 and 3 driving ; M.G. ; The waitress beat me up? ; Rise, Jeffery, Rise! ; Huh ; Me and McKenna ; I did what? .... I can’t re- member ; Sarah? ; Sure it’ll go 140 ; where’d I leave my car last night? ; Night Raiders Club; Gideon Sleep Team 4; Big Red Club 3,4; Checker Club 4; Photography Club 4; Chorus 4; Varsity Golf 2,3,4; Varsity Crowd— Whenever; No NEDT Award Edmund Wesley Archer Weeny-Body”; Hey Syd, let’s do our warmdowns ; No, I’m not Jewish; it’s just my nose. ; Go ahead and ask her out, Jeff.”; Oh, it’s time for a pep- talk. ; SOP; How did I know she was going to tap out? ; Outstanding Citizen in Jr. Class; Assoc. Business Ed. of The Bell; FCA 3,4; Big Red Club 1 ,2,3,4; Chorus 1,2, 3, 4; Cheerleader 4; Fr. Track; Varsity Track 2,3,4; V. Cross- Country 1,2,3, Captain— 4; All NIL— 1st Team 4 Mark Richard Armour Campus is another Hill to fall off.’’; ’Sheesh! ; Bell Ringer 1 ,2,3,4; Editor- in-Chief 4; National Merit Semi-Finalist; Totomoi 3,4; Debate 1,2, 3, 4; Sec. Tres. Forensic Club 3; Co-Pres. 4; Tenn. State Debate Tournament, 1st Place 3; National Forensic League Tournament, 5th Place in the nation 3; Pep Band 3; English Medal 2; Debate Medal 3,4 Frederick Carew Ayers, Jr. Professor of Poeology ; Total Buf- foonery Himatige”; Herberbatige ; Forp ; Fred ; For the last time, Mr. Poston does not show favoritism to ten- nis players. English Overall Avg: 70; Purpose at school— Academic???; have some good vegetables, Dave.’’; Varsity Tennis 4 18 Galt Marion John Baker “Gauyo”; “Brillo”; “Baby Galty”; 1 3 Holy Triumvirate; “Me and Lip: “I don’t care.”; The Ray Fan Club; Scout Team “All-American” 2; Chess Club 3; Chorus 4; Honor Council 1 ,2,3,4 (Presi- dent); F.C.A. 1,2, 3, 4; Service Club 4; Big Red Club 2,3,4; NEDT Award; Var- sity Football 2,3,4; Varsity Wrestling 2, Captain and ALL-NIL 3,4 Earl Randle Bouldin, Jr. “I’m going deer huntin’ this weekend.’’; “No, I didn’t get a deer.”; IH Believer; “Who’s gonna pull me out this time?”; “Hey Tim and Hue, let’s go to the Cheatam Dam!’’; Part-time member of 3rd period Donut Den; National Merit Commendee; F.C.A. 4; Varsity Football 3,4; Transfer from M.U.S. 76 Byrd Douglas Cain, III “Bird Man”; The tradin’ bird ; Take the pawn, stupid!’’; National Merit Semi-Finalist; Chess Club 1,2, Vice- President 3, President 4; 9th grade ten- nis team Jesse Overton Colton “Ohsee”; “Ovie”: “Ovuh”; “Clammy”; JOC; 1 4 Unofficial Offcampus Fall Tennis; Coach Gideon’s Varsity Sleep Team (yeah rah!); Witness to Whis- kers Anderson Fiasco; “say Doc, that reminds me of this song”; “Shut-up, Zeitlin. Go beat up a car.”; “3 cheers for Mr. Mrs. O’Neal!”; “He’s still a go- rillaaaa . . State French Award 2; NEDT (of course); Copy Editor of this wonderful book .... sigh ; 1 3 MBA Demolition Derby Nolensvill Rd. 500 William Bradford Crenshaw “Overweaning pride”; “Gerbs”; 1 2 D.D.; “Lionsbrew”; Friday afternoon at Norma’s; “Hardin, you moron!”; “Hey Owen, you got loose skin.”; “Come on Burrus, this isn’t our suite!”; “Drowned at U.Va.”; “Sorry Medlin, my maid was sick today.’’; Cross-Country 2; V. Soc- cer 4; V. Track 2,3,4; Chorus 3; Bell 3; Bell Ringer 3,4; Big Red Club 2,3,4; Sec.-Tres. 4; Cheerleader 4; NEDT Award; Nat. Merit Commendee Stanley Bernard, Jr. “Junior”; Music City B.B.G. Beau . . “Hey ugly, that’s Awesome!”; B.B.Y.O. Convention Chairman; “D — less”; Athens “Monsky” A.Z.A.”; Bonus; Food”; “The Achiever”; Na- tional Senior Honor Society; Honor Roll 1,3,4; 1st Place M.B.A. Science Fair 3; Big Red Club 2,3,4; Chess Club 1; The Bell Business staff 4; Varsity Tennis 1 George Roger Burrus “Congo Kid”; “Professor P.”; “Neal, there’s blue lights.”; “8 feet”; “Bridge Boy”; Jimmy’s dippin’ partner”; “Mar- quette”; Death Chew Club; Puddle mania; “Billy White Shoes”; “Bot, I don’t do that!” Norma’s forever!”; Aurevoir, M.B.A. ; Algebra II medal; Varsity Soccer 2,3,4; Varsity Football 4; Varsity Tennis 1,2, 3, 4; 7th in the Nat. French Contest; NEDT Award; Big Red Club 3,4; Chorus 4; FCA 4 William Thomas Calton, Jr. “Certainly!!”; “Stick!”; “One-Track Cat”; “Dean Blevins 1 and 2”; “Wait a minute, let’s figure this out”; Joe College (J.N.)— Mr. John H. Neil will be in Conf. Room A today to dis- cuss college life and the typical cam- pus student; “hooowhaat!!”; 1 2 of Mrs. Hollins’ Gold Dust Twins;” Jam- Momma Fogleberg; (4-12 8 60:23 HC o VG); 1 2 of the MBA Homecoming Half-Time Marching Band; V. Tennis 8th, 1,2, 3, 4; Big Red Club 2,3,4; Cheer- leader 4 James Timothy Crenshaw “Dr. Dribble ; SOMF; 1 3 M.B.A. De- molition Derby; “All-Nighters, Inc.”; . . and Lanham fell asleep on?”; “Am I late to Assembly again?”; “Frequently I considered myself a genius, and just as frequently crazy.’’— H. Hesse; J.V. Soccer 2; Varsity Soccer 3,4; Bell Ri- nger 2,3,4, Sports Editor 4; The Bell 3,4, Editor 4; Big Red Club 2,3,4; Chess Club 1,2,3; Beach Bum 4; Nat. Honor Society 1,2, 3, 4; NEDT Award; APSL Award William Tilden DeLay “Pete”; “Head”; “Scruffy”; “Admiral Tilly”; 1 4 O.S.U. Clean-up Crew; low-rent”; “hyper”; “pumping iron ; Scout Team All-American; Ray Fan Club; Hurricane Smith”; It’s the only thing that matters.”; F.C.A. 2,3,4; Chess Club 3; Big Red Club 2,3,4; Freshman Football, Wrestling; Varsity Football 2,3,4; Varsity Wrestling 2,3,4; NEDT Award 19 John Morrison Dicker “Every day at MBA is a Monday.”; “Po- diddle ; “Everything was under control until the hot water came bubbling out of the toilet.”; 1 2 of the 1 % Club; “Hey Bob, how’s wrestling?”; 1 3 of the Mr. Lenahan Fan Club; “Freshman Foot- ball, Basketball, Track; J.V. Football 2; V. Football 3; V. Soccer 4; Class Tres. 1; Photography Club 3,4; Photography Editor of The Bell 4; NEDT Award William Jackson Elliston Monteagle”; PPP”; “WPC”; “Grace”; “Miss Seidler— want to buy an Alfa? ; “No, really, I’ve got a trick knee!’’; “What test??’’; “It’s on 3rd Ave. and it’s gross as h— 1.“; “Ole Miss!” Cross-Country 2; J.V. Soccer 2; Chorus 3,4; Big Red Club 2,3; Photog- raphy Club 3; Business Staff of The Bell 3,4; NEDT Award; National Merit Commendee David Randall Foster “Lieutenant General”; MBA detach- ment of the Hangflangernes Liberation Army; Senior War Games Co-ordinator; Freshman Football; Varsity Football 2,3,4; Fishing Club 3; NEDT Award; Na- tional Merit Commendation William Rhea Gustafson “Yes Doc, I did clean the rug!’’; “Jerry, I don’t think it was the fish.’’; “I’m smil- ing!”; No, I don’t have your money.’’; Kobe ; Freshman Track; J.V. Soccer 2,3; Varsity Cross-Country 2,3; Varsity Track 2,3,4; Photography Club 3,4 President 4; Photography staff of The Bell 3,4; NEDT Award Stephen Stewart Hancock HoJo ; “Fats ; “Mug”; “Started your theme yet, Steve?’’; “Another deadline come and gone.’’; “I ' m waiting for the colleges to contact me.’’; “But Steve, you can’t cut on the Steeplechase.’’; “Dips”; Cover April-May 77 WILDER- NESS CAMPING; Banjo on German Radio; Stained glass; Freshman Cross- Country, Track; J.V. Soccer 2; Varsity Cross-Country 2,3,4; Varsity Track 3,4; NEDT Award; National Merit Commendee William Malvin Fore, III “Spatter, Spatter ; “Neo-fascism? ; “Filthy Liberal!’’; 1 12 O’Neal Party and Bush League; “Not so much Mace”; “Get a grip on yourself ; “Deeply, now, Tom ; “I assure you Mr. Norling, it is a calculator, nothing more, nothing less.’’; “A sabertip, Mr. Galloway?’’; HCPDF; Varsity Basketball 1,3; NEDT Award; Nat. Merit Semi-Fi- nalist; Photography Club 1,2, 3, 4, Presi- dent 3; MBA Chapter Pyrotechnoma- niacs International 2,3,4, President 3,4 Jackson Bartow Rountree Galloway “The Tree”; “Watch it, Mr. Medlin. I’ve got a rubber band.’’; “Jay, you look a little sick.’’; Double Death Chew; Bridge Boys; “Open the window, Jack.’’; “A cruel return to the world of reality.”; “Me and Robert ; Chorus 3,4; Varsity Tennis 1,3,4; Varsity Soccer 3,4; Bell Ringer 3,4; Features Editor 4; Chess Club 4; 1st in the nation in 1st and 3rd year AATF French contests; French I medal; Nat. Merit Semi-Final- ist; NEDT Award Robert Leo Haley, III “My friend the criminal’’; Varsity Foozeball; CL 3; Horton 4!; “Purpose is . . . of violent birth, but poor validity.’’; “Dale”; “First a perfect swing, then putting.’’; “Ham and biscuits ; NEDT Award; National Merit Semi-Finalist; Chess Club 4; Junior Achievement 4; Microbe Golf; Varsity Golf 2,3,4; 1st Regional 1977 Jonathan Wenning Hardin “Crash ; “Slouch”; “Robot, get a scholarship?’’; “Ha, ha— ' the Doc’ ”; “Wen Hahdon, don’t be stereotyped.’’; 1 2 D.D.; 1 2 B.G.’s Lowenbrau; Cen- tennial Park Work Crew; C2H50H; Treasurer H.D.L. Club; Chemistry, Physics (H), and Math IV (H) medals; NEDT Award; National Merit Semi-Fi- nalist; Varsity Basketball 3,4 Charles Peter Duffey “The Doctor ; “Chaz”; Ducky ; 1 4 of the O.S.U. Cleanup Crew; Billy Duke Fan Club; “The Y”; “3V2 over ; “The Unknown Grappler ; Freshman Foot- ball; Freshman Track; Varsity Wrestling 2,3,4; NEDT Award; Big Red Club 2,3;4; FCA 3 20 William Howard Hawkins “Hawk”; Dash”; Hey, Baker! We’re stinking up the joint.”; It’s just a Big Red party!”; Mary Ruth; “Hey, Carl!”; Varsity Football 2,3,4 Co-Captain 4; V. Baseball 3,4; Freshman Basketball; FCA 1,2, 3, 4— Pres. 4; Service Club 2,3,4— Pres. 4; Big Red Club 1,2, 3, 4; Chorus 3,4; Rifle Team 4; All-Western Division Civitan Sportsmanship Award; Fishing Club 3,4 Alan Jay Hirsh berg “Honest Al”; “Fat Fingers”; “Mac- Mit”; “The Calculator Kid”; “Hershey”; “Chinese Abacus Man”; “Rabbi Korf’s Disciple”; “J.P. and I are best pals!”; H-P is the best.”; “Hey Doc!“; “Mary Ellen is my sister, you see . . .“; 333; C’mon, pay up”; “Hey, Bucwheat 1 3 of H20; 1 79 IHDL Club; Athens of the South AZA 2,3,4; AZA Pres. 4; THC 2; TYG 2,3,4; Nat. Merit Commendee; Should have won Honors Physics medal William Henry Hobbs “Cobb”; “Blobbs”; “Me, Muh, Doc, and God”; “The original ‘Rifle Jock’ “; “Karen”; BVC; “Buck and Shiloh”; “But Mr. Poston . . .”; “Mr. Carter took Monday off the calendar for me.”; “Gimme a break”; “Get off my case!”; “Root”; “Mornin’, Mr. Caldwell . . “Grand Dragon of Mr. Gideon’s fourth period KKK”; “Uncle Bill”; Rifle 1,2— Captain 3,4; NEDT Award Robert Michael Holland, Jr. “Ber t”; “I don’t know.”; 1 2 moccasin face crew; “How many tonight, Ro- bot?”; Coach Gideon’s Sleep Team; P.W. Haynes; “What’s wrong, Wen?”; AP UPI All American Scout Team 2,3; Stereotype Basketball 2,3; Student Council 2; Honor Council V.P. 4; Ser- vice Club 2,3,— V.P. 4; Outstanding Sophomore; Freshman Football, Bas- ketball; J.V. Football 2; V. Football 3,4; V. Baseball 2,3,4; NEDT Award Bucky Irwin “George Lester”; “Bucko”; “True War Clown”; “SBA is a nice place to visit— as a matter of fact, I wouldn’t mind livin’ there!”; ' 77 Grad of the Al- cohol Safety Course; “Get R-O-W-D- Y!“; KMH; Wouldn’t it be fun to be a raindrop?”; Honorary Member of the Headmaster’s list, especially on Fridays; B.C.; P.H.C.; “It’s hard to be- lieve, but I get in as much trouble AT school as I do AWAY from school.”; 1 2 GHOF; Wrestling 1; Manager 2; Football Manager 1,2; Varsity 1C 3,4; Nat. Merit Commendee; Big Red Club 1,2, 3, 4; Debate 0; “Don’t even look, Wally, let’s just get out of here!” 21 Jeffery Norman Haynes “Frenchy”; “The Texas eel”; “Go back to G’ville”; 1 2 of the Goodlettsville grits; “Andy and Sully, I am not whipped.”; “C.S.”; SOP; “P.W.”; Brick Award”; Freshman Football, Track; J.V. Basketball 3; Varsity Bas- ketball 4; Coach Gideon’s Sleep Team; Big Red Club 3,4; Service Club 3,4; Student Council 1, Secretary 4; Pres, of the Fresh, class; Chem.-Phys., Alg. I medals; Who’s Who; NEDT Award James Randolph Hitt, Jr. “Goodlettsville Grit”; Hair Factory”; “I have no friends.”; “The Hammer”; Bridge Boys; Secretary HDL Club; “Death Chew”; 1 2 B.G.’s; Chess Team 4; J.V. Soccer 2; Varsity Soccer 3,4; Jew 0; Cross-Country 3; Freshman Track, Football; NEDT Award; National Merit Semi-Finalist Hunter McAlpin Hodge “Hodge Podge”; X, III; Tulips”; Win- nie”; Mr. Wiggle”; B.O.L.; P.B.D.; “Lois, Fox, Tammy”; “Gee, Mr. Gi- deon, I forgot.”; “Hey, Ope, You’ll never guess what Lanham’s done to your car.”; “Be careful! This isn’t my house!”; A.F.A. Drama Club 2,3,— Pres. 4; Chorus 1,2, 3, 4; NEDT Award; Coach Gideon’s Sleep Team Marcel Muller Hawiger “Hey Polack, what are you doing here?— Wish I knew.”; California Sun- shine; “Party at Marcel’s”; “Let’s get out of here, Mark.”; Varsity Track 2,3,4; Varsity Soccer 3,4; Varsity Cross-Country 2,3; Asundry Medals; National Merit Semi-Finalist David Michael House “Brick . . “M.B.A. Spaceman”; “Brother Dave”; “Mr. Math”; Samurai Physicist”; Julius Lowenhaus”; Hey Hitt, who’s your lab partner?”; Xanadu 1; Forensics 1; Photography Club 2; Jew 1,2, 3, 4; Photo. Staff The Bell 2,3 ,4; V. Football 2; V. Basketball 2,3; Society of Distinguished American High School Students; National Merit Commendee; NEDT Award . . . House Mark Sterling Johnson “It’s a ’53, just wait ’til it’s painted.”; “Chicken Man”; “Bird”; 1 3 Kevin Lenahan Fan Club; “Huh Huh, that’s pretty funny!”; “CLever as . . J.V. Soccer 2,3; V. Football 3,4; Big Red Club 2,3,4; Drama Club 1,2,3,— Tres. 4; Bell Business staff 3,— Editor 4; 2nd Place Biology Science Fair Award and 1 of 3 best projects in the fair 2; “Hey, pull that truck over!”; 3rd Period Donut Den: Mr. Medlin, Sponsor; “It’s been real!”; Mr. Carter’s Fire Prevention Club 4; Debate 0 Milo Van Landingham Krai 1 4 Fall Off-campus Tennis Team; Chairman of the Mr. Gideon Sleep Club; 1 4 of mugs; Freshman Wres- tling; Inventor of the long range mug deflector; “foosball”; “Are we going to play tennis today, OV?“; “Jack , you’re a loon.”; NEDT Award; National Merit Semi-Finalist Thomas Hilary Lanham, III “17”; ”2-0!’’; “Boom Boom”; “No Problem”; 1 2 of Beak Twins; “Honk”; “You slob”; Porter’s Sleep Team; “Party at O’Neal’s”; “Fort is a sot!”; “Me and Coach Ace ; “Dr. Low Rent”; “New Year’s Eve at Crenshaw’s”; “Opey’s car smells funny.”; “On the wagon”; “Do you ?”; “Whiskers”; Beach Bum 3,4; APSL; NEDT; National Merit Commendee; Freshman Golf; J.V. Soccer Co-Captain; V. Soccer 2,3 Co-Captain 4, All-State 4; Big Red Club 2,3,4 John Christopher London “M.E.C. + J.C.L.”; “Friday 13th . . .”; “I’ll be a little late, Elaine!’’; “I love ya babe! . . “Elaine . . Dad gum, what time is it?”; “Me dedicated?”; “Stick, what were you doing out there?”; “Neil is Joe College.’’; “Chi- quita . . . Tweety.’’; Varsity Wrestling 2,3,4; Varsity Golf 2,3,4; Big Red Club 2,3,4 Pres. 4; Cheerleader 4; FCA 3; Chorus 3,4; NEDT Award William Douglas McIntosh, III “Mac”; “MAAACEE!!”; “Abby”; Na- tional Merit Semi-Finalist; NEDT Award; NROTC Scholarship Finalist; Freshman Football; Freshman Golf; J.V. Soccer 2,3,4; Business staff of Bell Ringer 4; Chorus 2,3,4; Photography Club 4 Kim William Justice “No, my eyes are not dilated.”; What did I say?’’; “Clams, sheep, wolves, and rabbits”; “Us, Sub-Us, Honorary Us, Them, Those”; “Co-Pres. of the Crude Food Society”; “HMS ; National Merit Semi-Finalist; Co-Editor Xanadu 3, Editor 4; Cross-Country 1,2; Track 1,2; 1st Place in General Science Project; NEDT Award Timothy Charles Kurtz “Futz”; “Gorilla”; “Tim Tam . . .”; Ba- nana Bugs”; “Turns’’; “Simpson— I hate you.”; “Yes sir, I am only 17.“; “I don’t care, I hate her too.’’; “Kevin, it is easy to get stuck in a ditch, I know.’’; “Patterson, don’ t tell me your prob- lems.”; Varsity Soccer 3,4; Cross- Country 2; J.V. Football; Photo Editor of Bell Ringer, Photo Club 1 ,2,3,4; FCA 1,2, 3, 4; Big Red Club 1,2, 3, 4; NEDT Award David Robert Linn “Dave”; 76; “But wait a minute, Mr. Drake.”; “Boy, you’re short.”; “What happened to the radians?”; Ready, Aim, Photograph”; “But, I am smil- ing.”; Ensworth 9, MBA— 1, Vandy 8”; Freshman Football, Track; J.V. Foot- ball 2,4; V. Football 3; V. Track 2,3,4; V. Wrestling 1; Bell 3,4; Bell Ringer 3,4; Xanadu Art Editor 4; Big Red Club 1,2, 3, 4; Chorus 1,2, 3, 4; Drama Club 2,3,4 Sec. 4; FCA 2,3,4; Photography Club 3,4; NEDT Award; Nat. Merit Semi-Finalist; Physics Medal 3 Gerald Francis Mace “Ace”; Jar”; “Face”; 1 2 of Rough and Ready; John, there were people in that car!’’; “Sorry, Rhea’’; Schmock”; “SOMF”; Varsity Soccer 3,4; Service Club 2,3,4; Nat. Merit Commendee; Business Editor Bell Ri- nger 4; Bell Ringer staff 3,4; Bell Sports staff 4; Big Red Club 3,4; NEDT Award John Donelson McWhirter “Anthony Dorsett”; “Yea, I’ll be there.”; “Me, Norma, and Tune”; Who’s crazy?”; “Hey Vaughn, who is that girl?”; “Some say I’m too small, ha, ha, to you.”; “I’m ineligible for life ; “I hate Ryan and Delta Sig.“; “McWhirters are not fighters”; “. . . tell me more, Greg”; “Ole Miss, football, and Amy”; “Thanks for everything BRF, CGF, LEC, and CEM.“; Big Red Club 1,2, 3, 4; Service Club 2,3,4; Fresh. Football, Basketball; V. Baseball 1,4; V. Soccer 1,2; V. Football 1,2, 3, 4, All- Western 3, Alt. captain 3; Dr. C.C. lure Award 4 J L« Jack Christopher Mitchell Varsity Foozball”; Blue Valet ; Crazy Cave ; Harley-Davidson Club Beauties ; Family Rec ; Wicked Curve ; Calculus CD ; 800 Club ; State Math Contest 3,4; Varsity Golf 3,4; Chess Club 4; Nat. Merit Com- mendee; Renssalaer Medal; NEDT Award; Who’s Who; Assistant Editor Xanadu; Junior Achievement 4; Science Fair Awards 2,3 Eugene Harris Nelson Mean Gene ; Service Club 4; Bell Or- ganizations Editor 4; Bell Ringer News Editor 4; Optimist Club Award 4; Fresh- man Football; Freshman Wrestling; Varsity Cross-Country 3,4; Varsity Track 3,4 Robert Kirkpatrick Norling , . . and it doesn’t get any easier, Owl Eyes!’’; 1 2 of the Orange Crush; 1st Alternate of the Holy Triumvirate; 3rd period Donut Den; Charles Alexander School of Emotional Stability 1; A.P. and U.P.I. Scout Team All-America 2,3; Scout Team MVP 2; Varsity Track 2,3; Varsity Football 2,3,4; Varsity Soccer 2,3,4; Service Club 3, Sec.-Treas. 4; Big Red Club 1,2, 3, 4; F.C.A. 1,2,3 V-P 4 William Bailey O’Neal Schnoz ; Fleshpile ; Geronimo, Crazy Horse, and Mr. Medlin : No Kirk, Mary is only after your mind. ; Deeply now, Tommy, and try not to cough. ; A C Sabertips; Have a drumstick, Galloway. ; Clear the path to the door, Jerry. ; Jay, Gritville is really that far. ; O.C., Tim, and Tommy— the world’s best drivers ; Freshman Football; J.V. Football 2; Varsity Football 3; J.V. Soccer 2,3; V. Soccer 4; NEDT-RABBIT Timothy Carl Owen Tinker ; Tink ; Grit ; Cowboy ; Redneck”; Jam ; Burton ; KKK 3, Grand Cyclops 4; Bridge Boys; Loose skin ; Turf-monster ; Kitten ; Fresh- man Football; V. Football 2,3,4; J.V. Basketball 2,3; V. Baseball 1,2, 3, 4; Latin I medal; Geometry medal; NEDT Award; Nat. Honor Society; Chorus; Nat. Merit Semi-Finalist; Civitan Citizen of the Year Award 1 John Harton Neil A.B. ; BAMA ; Calton, you owe me $100. ; Joe College ; Tootsie’s ; Jam-Momma Fogelberg ; Daytona’s International ; Ayers, Whaaaaatt? ; Bushman and the Bear ; 1 2 Band- ywood Inn Pool Sharks; Let’s go to the farm. ; The King!!! ; Mr. Poston’s 2nd favorite student ; Roger, don’t you love being chased by Metro’s ; Fresh. Basketball; J.V. Basketball 2,3; V. Soccer 4; V. Track 4; Big Red Club 2,3,4 Historian 4; Cheer- leader 4; Fishing Club 3,4; English Medal 0 Per Nordquist What does Lena stand for ? ; Stupid little Swede”; Bufoon”; Face ; Where is my date?’’; Swedish dimples; Harda bud i Mellerud ; Per’s An- gles ; Heja Sverige friskt humor ; Varsity Cross-Country 4; Varsity Soc- cer 4; Chorus 4; Chess Club 4 Hue Wesley Novak Jed ; Mop-Head ; Bobo Nick ; Co- Founder of the Bridge Boys; Death Chew”; NPL; Fishing Club 3,4; Big Red Club 2,3,4; Chorus 3,4; FCA 3,4; Fire Marshal 4; Freshman Basketball; J.V. Basketball 3; Varsity Basketball 4; Var- sity Baseball 1,2, 3, 4; NEDT Award James Anthony O ' Neill Three miles simply isn’t a long enough race.”; “He who ascends to mountaintops shall find the loftiest peaks most wrapt in clouds and snow — George Gordon Lord Byron; Spanish II and III medals; Sewanee Award for Excellence; Senior Honor Society; Photography Club 3,4 V-P 4; Bell Photography staff 3,4 Co-Editor 4; V. Track 2,3,4; V. Cross-Country 2,3,4 Tri-Captain 4, Coach’s Award 4, All- NIL Honorable Mention 4; J.V. Soccer 2,3; NEDT Award; Totomoi Christopher Moore Milam Syd ; Milamization— the ultimate study method ; Milam, you horse.”; I don’t understand. ; Micam”; Miloc ; Freshman Basketball; J.V. Basketball 2; V. Cross-Country 3,4 Tri-Captain 4; V. Track 3,4; Big Red Club 2,3,4; Honor Council 3, Treasurer 4; Photography Club 3; NEDT Award; Algebra II medal; National Honor Society 1,2, 3, 4 Jack Drayton Patterson Dingo Man ; 3rd Period Donut Den; 1 3 Holy Triumvirate; Scout Team All- American 2,3 (MVP); Honorary H.H.S. Graduate”; 44 ; Where’s Tonto?”; Ricky Trigg ; Varsity Football 2,3,4; Varsity Track 2,3,4; J.V. Basketball 2,3; National Merit Semi-Finalist; NEDT Award; Service Club 3,4; Big Red Club 2,3,4 Stephen Cook Roberts Robot ; Bot”; Hey McWhirter, you want a Bug for your backyard? ; . . . Vicki???”; Oh, that’s just GREAT!”; Thanks alot, FRIEND!”; Kurtz, you ' re a little bug man.”; Anybody seen Har- din?”; Worms, you’re a peon.”; Hey Simps— little soap-opera man”; Waah!”; Hey Catbird!”; Continuity basketball ; 1 2 of the moccasin-face crew; FCA 3,4; Chorus 3,4; Big Red Club 3,4; V. Football 3; V. Basketball 3 Captain 4 Robert Vance Russell, Jr. Mountain Man”; Aspen State Teach- ers College”; Let’s go skiing! ; Col- orado Kid ; Coors ; Hexcel ; Off- Belay”; Captain Broadside ; Does it get dark at night?”; Hey chick, let’s go to the Station Inn. ; root the peg ; I saw her first, Dicker . . I’m just go- ing to Colorado . . 1 3 of the Kevin Lenahan Fan Club; the other 1 2 of the 1% Club; You know I’m right, John . . .”; The hostess is back”; MBA Ski Team 1,2, 3, 4; Fresh. Football; J.V. Football 2; V. Wrestling 1,2,3; Honor Council 2,3, Seer. 4; NEDT Award; De- bate 0 Gregory Gordon Simpson Kurtz, you WussM”; Simps”; Sport ; 1 2 Orange Crush; 1 3 Holy Triumvirate; 3rd Period Donut Den; Ray Fan Club; Norling, don’t run around like a Johnson with your head cut off!!”; Fresh. Football, Basketball, Track; V. Football 2,3, Captain 4, All- Western 4; V. Soccer 3,4 (All-State 3); V. Track 2,4; FCA 2,3, Secr.-Treas. 4; Big Red Club 2,3,4; Service Club 3,4; Bell Business Staff 4; Parking Commis- sioner 4 David Fitzsimmons Smith Zappa ; 135 MPH; Much later”; Hey, Dr. Distortion, What are we doing tonight? ; 1 2 MBA Home- coming Half-Time Marching Band; 1 2 of Mrs. Hollins’ Gold Dust Twins; 1 2 of the Ed Does Not Drink Club; Clap- ton”; Mt. Vesuvius Demolition Squad 8th; Amie’s Pool Club; Jam-Momma Fogleberg ; V. Track 2,3; Chorus 2,3,4; Big Red Club 2,3, Cheerleader 4; Bell Ringer Staff 3,4; NEDT, APSL Awards; etc.; My priorities lie under cover.” Walter McLaren Robinson, III It’s really simple, Mr. Drake, . . . ; don’t know where Armour is. ; 5th in the nation Burl.; Debate 1,2, 3, 4 Co- President 4; Debate Medal 3; Bell Ri- nger staff 3 Arts Editor 4; Assembly Committee Co-President 4; NEDT Award; National Merit Semi-Finalist Edwin Seybourne Poole, III Poole, You Fool! ; When was He born, Poole?”; National Merit Semi-Fi- nalist; 2nd in National French Contest 1; Cross-Country 2; Varsity Track 2,3 David Joseph Schenker You can’t even run your own life . . . ; Do what you are told and you will change the world.”; ”. . . blonde balle- rina”; . . midnight Dolci . . .”; Art 1-6; Varsity S.F.A.H.; Master of Tonsorial Manipulation; passed a 6-year endur- ance test ; Awards: Latin III, AP Latin, Cloudjumping X, AP Art History, etc.; My campus is the world (and I can’t stay there all the time)” Thomas Andrew Smith Big A ; Worms”; My hair does have class”; What are you doing?”; I like Mr. Poston— most of the time.’’; No, Robot, no.”; Freshman Basketball; J.V. Basketball 2; V. Basketball 3, Captain alternate 4; Big Red Club 1,2, 3, 4; Ser- vice Club 4; Drama Club 4; Fishing Club 3,4; Chess Club 3,4; Bell Staff 4; Bell Ringer Staff 4; NEDT Award Jeffrey Nathan Speer Gimme a break! ; Yes, it’s Kosher!”; that’s two ‘e’s’ and no ’a’ ”; ”. . . be- cause the air is free, ha, ha”; Zeitlin, you’re such a redneck ; Miss Rudolph and Tudlums”; Memphis- bound”; Yes, I’m awake ; that bread and water diet works great ; Jay B.”; 1 2 of Beak Twins; FJA; 69 Club; Var- sity Athletic Excuse Team 1,2,3, All- State 4; Almost did some great things. 24 James Marshall Stewart Big Jim ; What’s the joke of the day?”; J.A. (Joketeller’s Anonymous) Member; Roll taker 1 ,2,3,4; Receiver of Mr. Bennett’s “Golden Clipboard Award ; WSM Explorer; Student Coun- cil 1; Freshman Class Secretary; NEDT Award Mark Clayton Sullivan Sulli ; Solarman ; Teddy-Bear ; Catman ; 1 6 of Brick House Bears; 3rd period Donut Den; You’re still whipped, Haynes. ; Coach Gideon’s Sleep Team; That one, Sulliman”; V. Football 2,3,4; Student Council 3, Pres. 4; Jr. Class V-P; FCA 2,3,4; Chorus 4; Associate Sports Editor of The Bell 4 Paul Cavert Stumb “Quit-it-out Head”; “CLammy ; “Talus ; “The Wife ; B.F. and F. ; Gi- deon’s Sleep Team; Student Council 2,3,4, Seer. 2, Pres. 3, V-P 4; Freshman Football, Wrestling; V. Wrestling 2,3,4; Big Red Club 3,4; NEDT Award; Na- tional Merit Semi-Finalist; Bell Ringer Staff 4; Who’s Who; Mumblety-peg Champ John Andrew Taylor “Opie ; Opie-Wan-Kenobe ; Skull ; Scum ; Super-skull ; Mr. Poston’s Favorite Student ; But Ms. Seidler, I’m a senior! ; “Sure, Neil ; 1 3 rounds with McWhirter; Freshman Track; Cross-Country 2,3; J.V. Soccer 2; V. Track 3; V. Soccer 3,4; Big Red Club 3,4; 8th period Friday at St. Ce- cilia Club Steven Franklin Wallace Wallo— ; Wally”; Gator ; Get to Krystal, Fast! ; Memphis weekends; Watch out, Bucko! ; C’mon Archer, you weeny! ; Deja-vu; 1 2 GHOF; “Valley Ridge Express ; St. Bernard 7th period Country Club; PHC; R-O-W- D-Y; A.D.-B.C.; I don’t remember ; Billy who? ; Don’t let schooling in- terfere with your education ; one of these days . . . Lisa ; Daytona was a blast! ; EAS, WLP; LTB; V. Track 2,3; JV Soccer 2,3; Student Council 3; Jr. Class Treas.; Big Red Club 1,2, 3, 4; Fo- rensics 1,2; Nat. Merit Semi-Finalist; Nat. Honor Society; Honor Roll 1,2,3; Bell Staff 3, Editor-in-Chief 4; Bell Ri- nger Staff 3,4; APSL Award; Totomoi 4 Only 1 more biography to type . . . sigh Lester Liggett Turner, Jr. Mo— Lester ; LES ; Bud”; Stairway Productions; Ass. Chief of Electronics Camp Sea Gull; Exit In ; Sarah in Raleigh”; Anne in Denver ; Le cabe- ret-Aspen”; Hey Bob, Let’s go ski- ing!!! ; She’s how old? ; Have you found the Tamberg lab literature yet, Mrs. Hollins? ; Good morning Nash- ville, it’s 9:00. I’m Lester Turner for 15 WLAC Starship Enterprises, a Jr. Achievement Co., and ughh— . . “Anybody need a GOO-GOO?’’; MBA Ski Team Freestyle Association 1,2, 3, 4; Rifle 1; Football 1,2,3; Wres- tling 1,2,3; Varsity I.C. 3,4 Garry Elliot Zeitlin Heeb”; How come you don’t look like one? ; Mr. Carter’s potential All- city football player; Only MBA golfer who ever lost to Pearl; Don’t worry Doc, I’ll win the state.’’; R.M. ; Yowza”; J.S. invests in Goodyear ; 1 2 of the famous Ed does not Drink Club; Last and least, S.K. (t.f.y.f.); 2nd Team All-American Study Hall Skipper; Freshman Football, Golf; V. Golf 2,3,4 JUNIORS Student Council: President Erich Groos, Treasurer Tom Stumb, Vice President Scott Riegle, Secretary Por- ter Durham Honor Council, Bruce Campbell, Craig Stewart, Danny Todd 26 Trey Alford John Beasley Lynch Bennett Benny Coach Allen Cragon Chris Crow Bob Dale Cos Davis Jay Dembsky Gordon Dickerson David Duke Porter Durham Lome Eisen Scott Eskind Ross Evans Eric Femchel Lawson Fort David Fox Russ Freeman Tim Bennett Richard Bird Bill Bomar Bruce Campbell Alan Cohen Mike Corbins John Ingram Jody Johnson Bobby Johnson Chris Keaton Scott Kennedy Howie King Chris Latimer Mark Levan Bobby Levy David Lyle Andy Massey Bill Mays George McLaughlin Scott Mercy Preston Morgan Mike Moyers Kevin Holland Bobby Huddleston Chuck Huddleston Mark Frost Tom Groomes Erich Groos Gary Guttman Dan Hannon Ashley Hill 28 Mark Nelson Tom O’Connor Jeff Orr Jim Poteet Barry Ralston Scott Riegle Tom Rose Johnny Russell Karl Schnelle Rick Seay Will Sensing Jim Shaw Flem Smith Craig Stewart Tom Stumb David Templeton David Thistlethwaite Danny Todd Woody Turner Bob Watson l ad Wert Bennett White Paul Wieck Steve Wood Kelley Woodroof Jeff Zager SOPHOMORES Student Council: President Phillip Altenbern, Secretary Owen Lipscomb, Treasurer Russell Re- gen, Vice-President Chris Hill Honor Council: Bill Galloway and Randy Henderson 30 John Adams Phillip Altenbern Damon Anagnos Joe Anderson Timothy Ayers Richard Barr Mike Baxter Shepard Bentley Rucker Betty Ricky Bowers Thompson Brown Steve Bruehl Pat Burns Bob Calton Jody Calvin Scott Campbell George Cate George Cheij Warren Coleman Jack Coombs Watt Crockett Christian Currey Rob Daugherty Joe Davis Harold DeBlanc Doug Derryberry Jim Edwards Russ Fine Bill Galloway Galen Gentry Frank Giardina 31 Steve Gibbs Andy Gill Scott Glasgow Chip Grimes Jimmy Griscom John Haley Steve Hall Art Hancock Chris Hannon Jay Hardcastle Murray Hatcher Barry Heller Randy Henderson Bill Herbert Chris Hill John Hollins Freddie Horton John Houdeshell Chuck Hutsell Joe Hymel Jim Johnson Robert Jones Mark Kaplan Joe Knight Owen Lipscomb Russell Marianelli Josh May Rusty McDonald Trey McPherson Alex Mitchell David Molesworth 32 Tom Moore Jim Moyers Andy Nelson Matt Nicks David Pack David Peterseim Nathan Phillips David Puett Russell Regen Buist Richardson Billy Rowland Michael Salyer Jon Shayne Walt Sliva Kevin Smith Mark Smith Blake Strayhorn Greg Stroup Glenn Swor Paul Swystun Chalky Thomas Sloan Warner Tim Warnock Jimmy Warren Chris Whitson Richard Wright Not pictured: Larry Klein John Hargrove Morris Lewis Henry Robin Jeff Robinson FRESHMEN Student Council: Carlisle Herron, Treasurer; Scott Tune, Vice-President; Don Brothers, President; Ken Nichols, Secretary Honor Council: Pen Caldwell and Mike Anderson 34 Rusty Abies Kenny Abriola Mike Anderson Don Baker Alan Batson Earl Beasley Don Brothers Joe Bryan Pen Caldwell Allen Carden Terry Cashion Matt Cassell Marc Chambers Robert Clark Walt Conn Mike Corwin Joel Davis Montie Davis Tom DiVittorio Kevin Duffey Don Fairbairn David Felts Mark Ferguson Frank Gordon Hartley Hall Stan Hardaway Jim Harrison 35 Bobby Khan Neil Kirshner Kris Klausner George Krai Jody Lentz Kevin Maler John McAllister Brad McKinney Sambo Harwell Harris Hatcher Carlisle Herron George Hetzel Steve Hines Pat Hollahan Randy Hollingsworth Michael Hutcherson David Ingram Thomas Jacobs Shawn Menke Ken Nichols Brian Nicholson Mark Peffen James Perry Marty Poe David Reynolds Scott Richardson Wes Roberts Jim Russell 36 Paul Schuler Kelly Shackelford John Shankle David Sherman Joel Slaton Wade Smith Chip Smith Anderson Spickard Rick Sullivan Randy Tibbott Doug Trapp Jimbo Tully David Tune Scott Tune Jackson Vahaly Johnny Wagster Scotty Wallace Read Warner Mitchum Warren Andrew Watts Bob Whittelsey Adam Wieck Ross Winchel Fred Zimmerman 37 EIGHTH GRADE Rich Good Alex Grimsley Paul Hirshberg John Hitt Steve Howell Mabo Kono David McMackin Bruce Mangrum David Miller Brad Sitton Gordon Strayhorn Ridley Wills President Bart Huddleston Steve Anderson Andrew Berry George Carpenter Michael Crist Vice-President Tripp Townsend Rob Doster Kenny Ferrelli Stephen Fine Ally Fuqua Secretary-T reasurer David Edwards i • . r - ■ ‘ ■ ..— _ j Lee Evans Craig Franklin Steve Ledyard Allen Parker President Ross Pepper Dillard Adams Steve Alford Jeb Burton Bill Claunch Vice-President Rob Bomar Secretary-T reasurer Frank Cole Dan Fujii Gil Graham Hale Hooper Dan Jones Jeff Patterson Kirk Porter David Shanks Peter Smith Ward Walton Greg Williamson Tom Wood Clay Young 39 David Briley Martin Brown Wade Elam Nick Fabian Page Garrett Billy Hawkins Scott Haynes Tom Higgins Jamie Houdeshell Steve Jones Jim Kilroy Keith Mitchell Elliott New Perry Patterson Alan Steinmetz Jeff Thomason Mike Tidwell David White Bill Altemeier Frank Andrews David Ayers Frank Bennett Vice-President Whitfield Hamilton President Ernest Franklin Secretary-T reasurer Anderson Rowe SEVENTH GRADE 7B President Lyn Robins Vice-President Todd Helm Secretary-T reasurer Richard Duncan Spenser Aden Burton Anderson Tommy Barge Robert Brandau Mack Brothers George Bueno John Dalton Jeff Edwards John Heer David Jenkins Mike Laws Ewan Leslie John Levy Philip Moyers Sami Nachawi Andrew Schenker John Weisiger Matt Wellens 41 7N President Secretary-Treasurer Jeff Gaw David Kurtz Vice-President Ricky Crook Andrew Barr Richard Brake Jimmy Brown Hardy Burch Bronson Casey Runcie Clements Joe Ed Conn Chip Herbert Sam Houston Toby James Milan Kirby David Maddux David Mcllwain Thompson Patterson Mark Robinson Richard Smallwood Terry Watterson Lon Whiteaker Phil Young 42 7J Ransom Cooke Danny Deblanc Jim Fite David Fujii Gil Heagy Christopher Hines Andy Andrews Chris Bell Joe Cain Hal Cato Ben Cherry Scot Justice Mike McClanahan Drew Morris Phil Owen Bill Pinson George Smith Michael Werthan Walt Zibas Aaron Isherwood Doug Jenkins Stephen Johnson President Lee Bryant Vice-President Allan Wheatcraft Secretary-T reasurer Steve Collins 43 ASSEMBLY To choose a speaker that will please all of the various personalties on the Hill can be termed “an interesting task. Mr. Edson and the assembly committee have done an excellent job in finding speakers who are willing to roll out of bed very early and who will capture the attentiveness of those of us who wish we were asleep that early. As always, the pep rallies filled every MBA student with a needed stimulus for a long day before the game on Friday night. Without the Pep Band, the cheerleaders were still able to inspire the athletic teams to fine performances and to bring forth school spirit in the student body. The assembly programs this year included many informative talks like Dr. Crowell ' s attempt to relate science and literature and Dr. John Anderson ' s explanation of the differences in our perception. John Buckly spoke on conservatism, Walter Wallace discussed the problems of the economy in the future, and policeman Steve Webb talked about the troubles of involvement with drugs. The people from G ' ville, Franklin, Fairview, and other out of the way places were excited to hear Nat Winston and Dr. Allison talk about the country tales of Tennessee and the natural beauties of our state, respectively. Musical mornings were highlighted by folk- singer Coleman Harwell, Amy Grant and the group from Harpeth Hall, singing groups from St. Mary ' s in Memphis and Sayre School in Lexington, Kentucky, and Christmas carols from the MBA seniors. Annual visits were made by Dr. Johnson, Santa Claus, and Mrs. LeQuire ' s art presentations. Overall, the assemblies provided needed experiences for every student with great diversity offered in programs ranging from Walter Robinson ' s standing ovation for the debate team ' s accomplishments to Mr. Medlin ' s speech on effort in life. 45 wm ENGLISH DEPT Mrs. Rowland L. Lowry; English IV (AP), English V regular; 12th grade advisor; Chairman of the English Department; Vanderbilt University Mrs. June G. Bowen; 7th grade English; 78 advisor; B. A. —Baylor University; M.A.— George Peabody College Mrs. Mary Louise Shell; 8th grade English and Word Wealth; 8S advisor; Vir- Mrs. Ann S. Orth; English II and III; B.A.— Pembroke ginia Intermont College; East Tennessee State University College; M.A.T.— Vanderbilt University 48 Mr. James A. Poston; English I, English IV; Drama Club sponsor; Varsity Tennis Coach; B.A. Belmont College; M.A. Peabody College Mr. Christian Niemeyer; English II, English III, English III (H); Big Red Club and Jr. Class spon- sor; B.A. Univ. of Notre Dame; M.A. Vanderbilt Univ. Mr. Barry Edwards; English I (H), English I, Speech; Xanadu and Bell Ringer sponsor; Assist. Tennis Coach; B.A. Sewanee; M.A. Univ. of Va. Mr. Ron Medlin; English II (H), Ancient and Medi eval History; Freshman Class sponsor; Fresh. Football and 8th Baseball Coach; B.A. Carson- Newman College; M.S. Peabody College; M. Div. Southwestern Seminary 49 HISTORY DEPT. Mr. Robert K. Gideon; American His- tory, Word Wealth; Varsity Football and Fresh. Basketball Coach; MTSU Mr. Michael Drake; European History (AP), American History (reg. and AP); Sr. Class Advi- sor, Honor Council Advisor, Advisor to Totomoi; V. Track and Cross-Country Coach; B.A. Univ. of Va.; M.A. Peabody College Mrs. Cary Carter; 8th grade Ancient History; Bell Advisor, Travel Club Advi- sor; Sweet Briar College Mr. Tommy Owen; Modern History; Varsity Foot- ball Coach; Sr. Class Advisor; B.A. Vanderbilt Univ.; M.A. Univ. of Ky. 53 SCIENCE DEPT. Dr. Harold Crowell; Physics (reg. and Honors), Earth Science; Jr. Class sponsor, Sponsor to Photography Club and The Bell Ringer; B.S. Louisiana Polytechnic Inst.; Ph. D. Vanderbilt Univ. Mr Stephen Ward Williams; 7th grade American History, 8th grade sponsor; 7th grade football and Varsity Wrestling Coach; Univ. of Tenn. ■jt ' - 1 ■ . 5K2J — ■g 4 Mrs. Jane Norris; AP Biology B.S. Peabody; M.S. Vanderbilt 54 Mr. Robert E. Hoyle; Chemistry and AP Chemistry; Jr. Class Sponsor Mr. Kevin Harkey; Biology, Chem.-Phys.; Sophomore Class Spon- sor; Sponsor to the Pep Band; Fresh. Football and J.V. Basketball Coach; Milligan College Mr. Frank Novak; Jr. School Science; Microbe Cross-Country, Jr. School 1C Softball and Basketball; B.A. and M.A. Peabody College; Vanderbilt and MTSU m Mr. Kevin L. Lenahan; Biology and AP Biology; Fresh. Class Sponsor; Varsity Football and Wrestling Coach; Sewanee Mr. Jim Jefferson; Geography, Word Wealth; 7th grade advi- sor, FCA Sponsor; Dean of Discipline (Jr. School); Head Var- sity Baseball and Assist. V. Football Coach; Peabody College 55 James Marshall Stewart I am the team’s main drawback.” 58 Now try to tweek my nose, Simpson! Edmund Wesley Archer Jackson Bartow Rountree Galloway James Anthony O ' Neill m HBiiaSBS 1 -=- 4 - Thomas Hilary Lanham, III “A unique experience. Jeffrey Nathan Speer 59 Jonathan Wenning Hardin This is the way, I made my day— free from nagging and from pain— I shot Mrs. Sim- mons through the brain. Charles Peter Duffey William Tilden DeLay John Eugene Anderson Mark Sterling Johnson Paul Cavert Stumb David Randall Foster wr;vj (Zr m £ • : • £ M yq m n . ' f sr r .r John Morrison Dicker Robert Vance Russell, Jr. Gerald Francis Mace Timothy Carl Owen Earl Randle Bouldin, Jr. Hue Wesley Novak John Donelson McWhirter 3 A, j 1 1 Hunter McAlpin Hodge Christopher Moore Milam David Robert Linn David Michael House 67 Stephen Stewart Hancock David Joseph Schenker William Bradford Crenshaw Robert Michael Holland, Jr. 5 ■ Jesse Overton Colton Steven Franklin Wallace Elisabeth Anne Stanley Lester Liggett Turner, Jr. 70 James Erwin Anderson, III Mark Richard Armour Eugene Harris Nelson 71 % Galt Marion John Baker William Jackson Elliston Milo Van Landingham Krai 72 David Fitzsimmons Smith John Harton Neil Jack Drayton Patterson Thomas Andrew Smith 73 Timothy Charles Kurtz Douglas Carlton Altenbern Alan Jay Hirshberg William Howard Hawkins 74 MATH DEPARTMENT Mr. Bill Compton; Math IV, Algebra II (H), Geometry, Com- puter; Fresh. Track and Microbe Football Coach; Davidson College, B.S.; Duke Univ., M.A.T. Mr. Michael Caldwell; Math IV, Geome- try (H), and Computer; Sophomore Class Sponsor; Fresh. Football and Mi- crobe Baseball Coach; Vanderbilt Univ. Mr. John Bennett; Algebra II; Jr. Class Sponsor; Sponsor to Service Club; V. Basketball Coach and Athletic Direc- tor; Vanderbilt Univ. 76 Mr. Donald M. Fairbairn; Calculus AB, BC, Pre- Calculus; Sponsor to Chess Club; V. Golf Coach; Peabody College B.S., M.A. and Ph.D. Mr. John Lanier; Algebra I (H), Geometry; Fresh. Class Sponsor; V. Soccer Coach; Vanderbilt Univ. Mrs. Frances Fairbairn; 7th Grade Math and Algebra I; Peabody College Mr. Floyd Elliott; Algebra I and II; Sponsor to 8th Grade Class; Asst. Dean of Discipline for Jr. School; V. Football and V. Baseball Coach; Tennessee Tech. Univ. 77 Miss Linda Seidler; Spanish l-lll; Sponsor for Big Red Club; Sophomore Class Sponsor; Vanderbilt Univ. n Mr. Anderson Gaither; Latin l-IV; Fresh. Class Sponsor; Asst. Dean of Discipline; Microbe Football, Microbe Wrestling, Microbe Track and Fresh. Wrestling Coach; Univ. of Tenn. B.A., M.A. Mrs. Virginia Hollins; French II and III: Sophomore Class Sponsor; Totomoi Advisor; Travel Club Advisor; Duke University Mrs. Beatrice O’Connell; Spanish I STUDENT COUNCIL Row 1 : Phillip Altenbern; Ed Archer; Mark Sullivan; Paul Stumb; Jeff Haynes; Erich Groos; Row 2; Russ Regen; Owen Lipscomb; Carlisle Herron; David Tune; Don Brothers; Ken Nichols; Tom Stumb; Porter Durham The 1977-78 Student Council consisted of a group of 17 students elected to represent the wishes of the rest of the student body. The council ' s plan for the year was to carry on the work of student councils from the past few years. The main purpose of the council was to act as a sounding board for the ideas of the student body. Acting as an open door 0 between students and faculty members, the council attempted to keep the school year flowing smoothly by expressing the students ' ideas to the administration and vice versa. With the cooperation of Mr. Carter and Mr. Novak, the council was able to solve many problems concerning demerits and discipline. The Student Council participated in a community service project by sponsoring a canned goods drive for St. Luke ' s Community Center. The student body responded magnificently and a large contribution was given to the needy at St. Luke ' s. The third annual Student Exchange in which Student Council members from Harpeth Hall spent a day at M.B.A. while the four senior officers from M.B.A. visited Harpeth Hall, was again a success. Much information was gathered on the part of both groups concerning school procedure. As a result of the openness in procedure of the council and the attempts by the council to work with the councils of other schools, the 1977-78 Student Council hopes to act as a reference � point for future student councils.— Mark Sullivan, President 82 HONOR COUNCIL Row 1: Chris Milam; Galt Baker; Robert Holland; Bob Russell; Row 2: Ally Fuqua; Danny Todd; Craig Steart; Randy Henderson; Mike Anderson; Pen Caldwell One of the greatest characteristics distinguishing MBA from other similar schools is the Honor System. Founded in 1845, the Honor Council seeks to promote a strong sense of honor in the school. It is the duty of the Honor Council to discourage lying, cheating and stealing, and to try reported offenders. This year the Honor Council took several measures to familiarize students with the Honor System and thus prevent offenses. Individual discussions were made with each Junior School Class to instill a strong sense of honor in tomorrow’s upperclassmen. A talk clarifying several types of common cases tvas given to the high school student body in an effort to eliminate common cases resulting from misunderstandings of the Honor System. A talk was also given to the faculty to establish a good relationship between students and teachers. In order to keep the Honor System prevalent in the students’ minds, details of cases were announced in assemblies (names omitted). By taking these measures, the Honor Council hopefully will have reduced the number of violations and continued the tradition of honor among MBA students.— Galt Baker, President FORENSICS Row 1: Greg Stroup; Henry Robin; Joe Calvin; Matt Cassell; George Cate; Mike Baxter; Row 2; Coach John Stevens; Scott Camp- bell; Jon Shayne; Bill Galloway; Joel Davis; Mark Armour; Mark Kaplan; Shep Bentley; Don Baker; Robert Clark; not pictured- Wal- ter Robinson Despit e the loss of a highly talented coach and last year’s seniors, the MBA forensics team made a laudable effort in competition in 1977-78. Although the squad had decreased in size tremendously, those who chose to remain in the program were truely dedicated to the advancement of their own skills in formal argumentation. This small size was not without benefits, however, since the sophomore members of the team gained valuable experience in varsity competition. Highlights of the year were the first place speaker position gained by Walter Robinson in the University of Massachussetts Invitational, the top speaker award of Mark Armour at the Austin Peay Tournament, and the first place award in the Sanford University Tournament. In the state competition, George Cate and Joe Calvin were awarded first place in debate and will go to the Nationals, while Walter Robinson won the District in extemporaneous speaking and will also go to the Nationals. Many thanks go this year to Coach John Stevens and to Mrs. Joan Armour, who worked tirelessly to further the program. With a continuing effort predicted for 1978-79, the debate club will offer a forum for creative and intensive discussion of issues for those students intellectually daring enough to try.— Walter Robinson, President SERVICE CLUB Row 1 : G. Nelson; R. Evans; B. Hawkins; J. McWhirter; J. Mace; R. Holland; B. Calton; O. Lipscomb; Row 2: M. Sullivan; D. Duke; G. Simpson; J. Patterson; J. Haynes; K. Norling; G. Baker; C. Whitson; A Smith; R. Regen; D. Todd; K. Holland; E. Groos; S. Riegle The Service Club is an organization specifically designed to give service to the school and the surrounding community. Each year, returning members choose four seniors, three juniors, two sophomores, and three at-large boys to fill vacant spots in the twenty-four member, select organization. The Service Club members, with the assistance of Mr. Bennett, usher at the football games, collect admission for the basketball games, and clean up after any event on campus. To aid the community, the club carols for the Fanny Battle Day Home, collects money for the Big Brothers Paper Sale, and participates in the Palm Sunday Paper Drive for the Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital. The Service Club s a working club and does much to involve itself in MBA ' s needs and community service. The members have spent much time and effort, always going by our motto— Small service is true service. — Bill Hawkins, President 86 FCA Row 1: D. Kurtz; S. Wallace; R. Warner; R. Sullivan; Row 2: B. Dale; S. Richardson; T. Kurtz; P. DeLay; R. Burrus; M. Sullivan; G. Simpson; K. Norling; B. Calton; E. Archer; D. Hannon; C. Herron; Row 3: M. Frost; B. Hawkins; S. Roberts; G. Baker The Fellowship of Christian Athletes endeavors to promote a sense of Christian responsibility within the student body. The MBA chapter, under the leadership of Coach Jefferson, is a sharing group of young men compelled by a yearning for spiritual discovery and development. The FCA wishes to create an easily accessible atmosphere of discovery and truth. The rewards are both fun and exciting, and play a big part in one ' s growth in maturity. Through the unity developed on the athletic field, the bonds of Christ are strengthened and shared between people. The FCA welcomes everyone into the house of Christ.— Bill Hawkins, President For Go so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in Him shall not perish but have everlasting life. John 3:16 87 DRAMA CLUB The year 1977-78 treated the MBA Drama Club less than kindly. Icy winter weather delayed practices for Ten Nights in a Bar Room for several weeks, and later personal problems terminated the production altogether. However, the return of a more experienced Drama Club next year promises to bring back enjoyable stage performances to the MBA campus. Drama Club officers: Treasurer Mark Johnson; President John Beasley; Secretary David Linn; Vice-President Hunter Hodge XANADU Xanadu editors: Kim Justice and Trey Poole XANADU, the MBA literary magazine, continued its tradition of fine literary representation of the school with its year-end issue. There was much travail involved for editor Kim Justice, but the trouble involved was well rewarded by the actual publication. As usual, little could have been done without the help and encouragement of the advisors who were Mrs. LeQuire and Mr. Edwards. Next year should offer another such fine publication. 88 CHESS CLUB Row 1: D. Lyle; C. Keaton; W. Sensing; Robert Haley; Row 2: M. Lewis; B. Galloway; G. Guttman; D. Cain; J. Heer; D. Thistlethwaite, J. Mitchell; Row 3: P. Nordquist; J. Hitt; R. Burrus; J. Galloway; T. Wood; not pictured: Mike Anderson Despite the loss of its top two players due to graduation, the 1977-78 Chess team enjoyed a successful “ rebuilding season” and still managed to finish in a tie for second place in the Tennessee State High School Championships. MBA finished Vt point behind Germantown of Memphis and remained in contention for first place until the last game. The Chess Team then traveled to Atlanta for the Southern High School Championship Tournament. MBA finished fourth behind 3 teams from Florida but ahead of 16 teams from other states. Individual highlights of the year were Mike Anderson 1st place finish in the under 1400 division of the Southern High School Tournament with a score of 5Vz out of a possible 6 points. Mike placed 1st in a field of 90 players. In the same tournament, David Thistlethwaite finished 1st in the under 1600 division with a score of 3Vz points. Participating for MBA in the Tennessee State High School Tournament were: Doug Cain, David Thistlethwaite, Mike Anderson, Chris Keaton, Per Nordquist, Morris Lewis, Gary Guttman, and Jay Hitt. Participating in the Southern High School Tournment were: Anderson, Lewis, Thistlethwaite, Keaton, Cain, and Guttman. The MBA Chess Team wishes to extend special thanks to our mentor, Dr. Fairbairn, for the tremendous help and support he gave the team. Whether it be driving members to Atlanta or analyzing our games and strategies, Dr. Fairbairn was always there to give encouragement, consolement, and congratulations when necessary.— Vice-President Chris Keaton. 89 THE BELL Bell editorial staff: standing, Jeff Haynes, Features; Overton Colton, Copy; sitting: Gene Nelson, Organizations; John Anderson, Sports; Tim Crenshaw, Steve Wallace, Editor-in-Chief; David Schenker, Lay-out; Mark Johnson, Business; John Dicker, Photography 90 Bell Photography staff: Column I, top to bottom: Steve Wood; Russ Fine; David Linn; (No, Jack, you’re not supposed to be in this picture.) Column II: Jim O’Neill; Rhea Gustafson; John Dicker; not pic- tured: Dan Hannon, Steve Hall, Steve Wallace Bell Business staff: Will Sensing, Ashley Hill. Karl Schnelle, Editor Mark Johnson, Matt Nicks, Sloan Warner, Jay Dembsky, Doug Altenbern, Bob Dale, Gary Guttman, Flem Smith, Bucky Irwin, Scott Campbell, Jody Johnson, Richard Bird, Cos Davis THE BELL RINGER Bell Ringer editorial staff: Tom Groomes, Associate Editor; Walter Robin- son, Arts: Mark Armour, Editor-in-Chief; Brad Sitton, Associate Editor; Jerry Mace, Bussiness; Tim Crenshaw, Sports; Jackson Galloway, Features; Mark Frost. Associate Sports Editor; sitting: Gene Nelson, News 91 ART Mrs. Louise LeQuire This year the art department reared its fiery head out of the depths of the art room and breathed a strange mixture of terror and delight across our peaceful campus. The new environmental sculpture by Clarksville artist Ned Crouch openly displayed a new dimension of creativity on the Hill and personally offended people who “know what they like. In the same vein, Jane Anne Dill, who held an artist-in-residency program during February, injected a heightened interest in art into the faculty and student body. Through her classes and the showing of her own work, Miss Dill inspired many beautiful paintings, some heated debates, and the hopeful feeling that art was finally finding a place in the MBA way of life. Whether they loathed it, felt they could not understand it, or enjoyed it for what it was, those who seriously considered the new sculpture and Miss Dill’s work expanded their horizons greatly. Other highlights of the year were the whirlwind tour of every museum in New York City and the Spring Arts Festival at the Webb School of Knoxville, which Mr. Carter generously supported. Of course any achievement of the art department is an achievement of Mrs. Louise LeQuire, who has single-handedly run the MBA art program for the past 1 1 years. Mrs. LeQuire has continued to encourage each of her students to create his own form of art which can best express his own individuality. IF BIG RED CLUB Row 1: Bill Calton; Bill Crenshaw; David Smith; John Neil; Bucky Irwin; Row 2: Jody Johnson; Opie Taylor; Ashley Hill; Bill Anderson (calm down, now, Bill); Doug Altenbern; Bob Dale; Row 3: Craig Stewart; Scott Mercy; Jim Anderson; Tim Crenshaw; Row 4: Dan Hannon; George McLaughlin; Chris Milam; Scott Glasgow; David Duke (Isn ' t he cute!); Chris Keaton; Kevin Smith; Jim Edwards; Jim Poteet; Row 5: Jeff Orr; Mark Johnson; Blake Strayhorn; Flem Smith; Mark Frost Sunday Paper Drive while they also raise money for the Big Red Club by having car washes. During 1977-78, the club fulfilled its purpose of creating student support for school activities, and with the returning members, next year should be another success for the Big Red Club.— Chris London, President The Big Red Club is the largest organization at MBA, and all high school students, grades 9-12, can participate. The members provide excellent spirit and support for the different athletic teams throughout the year. Also, the club sponsors the annual Homecoming dance. Many members help raise money for the Palm 94 PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB Row 1: Lome Eisen; Billy Hawkins; David Duke; David Kurtz; Kevin Holland; Gordon Strayhorn; John Hitt; John Dicker; Jim O’Neill; Bruce Campbell; Row 2: Richard Bird; David Lyle; Flem Smith; David Linn; David Sherman; Rhea Gustafson; not pic- tured: Steve Hall; Dan Hannon; Steve Wallace SONS OF ALUMNI Row 1: Tom Wood; Billy Elliston; Jimmy Griscom; Bill Hawkins; Bill Calton; Row 2: Frank Bennett; Mark Frost; Jim Anderson; Steve Wood; Bob Dale; Doug Derryberry; David Edwards; Rick Sullivan CHORUS Chorus People”— Row 1: David Kurtz; Row 2: John Beasley; Hunter Hodge; Jim Edwards; Bill Galloway; Ken Nichols; Bobby Khan Per Nordquist; Barry Street; Rick Seay; Walter Sliva; Row 3: David Linn; Bill Elliston; Ed Archer; Kevin Holland; Bob Calton; Russ Regen; Richard Wright; Mac McIntosh; Lawson Fort; Tom Rose; Doug Derryberry; Chris Keaton; Bill Anderson; David Lyle; David Edwards; Row 4: David Tune; Tim Owen; Hue Novak; Jackson Galloway; Flem Smith; Greg Simpson; David Smith; Chris London; Scott Mercy; Roger Burrus; Tim Kurtz; George Cheij The MBA Chorus took up a new residence in the Patrick Wilson Library A-V Room this year and proceeded to produce the high-spirited music enjoyed by all its audiences. Although progress began relatively late in the year, the leadership of Mr. Gerald Arthur and frequent eighth period practices prepared the chorus well for a vigorous spring concert schedule. The schedule included two performances for the MBA community— one for the Mother’s Club and one for assembly— and performances for four other Nashville schools: Ensworth, St. Bernard’s, St. Cecilia, and Harpeth Hall. The chorus ended the year with its traditional concert at commencement. Mr. Arthur, Chorus Director 96 SENIOR HONOR SOCIETY Row 1- T Owerr E Groos; C. Milam; S. Bernard; W. Coleman; J. O ' Neill; J. Anderson; M. Armour; R. Seay; T. Groomes; J. Dem- bsky; G. Cheij; Row 2: S. Wallace; R. Henderson; S. Gibbs; G. Nelson; J. Galloway; D. Puett; T. Poole; M. Hawiger; E. Femschel; D. Schenker; J. Shayne; B. Galloway; J. Hardcastle; T. Crenshaw JR. HONOR SOCIETY D. Fairbairn; M. Anderson; C. Herron 97 MERIT SCHOLARS Merit Semi-Finalists, Row 1 : T. Fore; W. Robinson; D. Cain; M. McIntosh; P. Stumb; J. Patterson; T. Owen; W. Hardin; Row 2; K. Justice; V. Krai; M. Armour; T. Poole; D. Schenker; D. Anderson; J. Galloway; R. Haley; D. Linn; J. Anderson; J. Hitt; S. Wallace; G. Nelson Merit Commendees, Row 1: B. Crenshaw; J. Mace; B. Elliston; S. Hancock; R. Foster; Row 2: D. House; D. Altenbern; A. Hirschberg; L. Turner; J. Mitchell 98 .V r ‘ c; f.v ' V A. - ..•tn ' ,V tr ili sitsii r w gSmMh sis mm i -i T%«S :$M m 99 Though lacking much needed experience, the 1977-78 cheerleaders were still able to encourage and arouse school spirit and active support of MBA athletic contests. Captain Chris London and high-spirited Ed Archer, along with returning beauties JoAnna Jones, Deborah Ezell, and Beverly Ford, combined with the rest of the squad to lead this year ' s varsity crowd of Big Red supporters. The long, hard practices and a trip to cheerleading camp enabled this year ' s cheerleaders to be successful. “I finally got her up!” 102 . . .‘‘many afternoons of hard work-out” . . . VARSITY FOOTBALL The 1977 edition of the Montgomery Bell Academy football team received and welcomed the return of a familiar face to the football scene. Coach Tommy Owen returned as the Big Red mentor after a six year absence. Practice began August 1st with a new enthusiasm and desire to get the Big Red back in winning form after several disappointing years. 103 104 MBA faced a major challenge in its first game with Murfreesboro Riverdale. Riverdale invaded Andrews Field boasting of a line averaging well over 200 pounds and one previous All-State player. The running of John McWhirter, who scored on a 1 yard plunge, and a fierce defense led by the viscious hitting of Greg Simpson and Bill Hawkins, carried the Big Red to a 10-0 halftime lead. However, the Warriors scored on a field goal and a last minute drive in the 2nd half to take the game into overtime where they finally won 16-13 on a short pass. The team then traveled to Pearl to play against a struggling Tiger squad. MBA trounced the Tigers 56-0 behind two touchdowns apiece by tailback David Duke and Tom Moore. MBA rolled up 341 total yards and limited Pearl to only 1 yard rushing and 33 passing. “Duke breaks through a wide gap” “Holland races past Antioch” Row 1: W. Turner, manager; R. Burrus, A. Massey, T. Owen, D. Derryberry, J. Davis, R. Foster, J. Coombs, B. Calton, J. Robinson, J. Anderson; Row 2: Coach Lenahan, R. Seay, manager; D. Todd, C. Latimer, J. McWhirter, M. Sullivan, M. Levan, D. Duke, B. Couch, F. Horton, P. Altenbern, J. Johnson, Coach Jefferson; Row 3: Coach Owen, Coach Elliott, B. Herbert, R. Regan, C. Whitson, R. Bouldin, P. DeLay, T. Alford, J. Poteet, G. Gentry, T. Moore, K. Norling, K. Holland, B. Rowland, manager; Coach Gideon; Row 4: J. Tully, R. Holland, J. Patterson, R. Henderson, J. Griscom, M. Johnson, G. Baker, B. Hawkins, G. Simpson, J. Orr, M. Frost, B. Ralston, C. Crow The next week, MBA took on an explosive Maplewood team. After McWhirter drew first blood on a 1 yard run, the Panthers scored 5 unanswered touchdowns to blitz the Big Red in a 41-14 win. In a crucial district game, a fired-up MBA squad hosted the 1 team in the state in Overton. In the 2nd period, Danny Todd blocked a Bobcat punt at the Overton 25 to set up a touchdown by McWhirter. The MBA defense stopped Overton drives at the MBA 7, 18, and 24 yard lines. Andy Massey cropped up a 6-5 MBA win with an interception in the closing minutes. McWhirter led the offense and linebacker Todd was named NIL Lineman of the Week. Next against Bellevue, MBA, after trailing twice in the early going, managed to rake out a 21-10 victory over the Owls. Quarterback Holland’s 3 yd. scamper and Latimer ' s 62 yd. scoring jaunt provided the margin. Mark Sullivan led the defense with 7 tackles. However, this game was very costly with the loss of fullback McWhirter and tailback Patterson. The Big Red then proceeded to knock off Hillsboro 16-0. Norling caught a 17 yd. pa ss from Holland and Foster kicked a 37 yd. field goal. DeLay added some insurance by pouncing on a Burro fumble in the end zone. Awesome defensive line play limited the Burros to only 78 yds. on the ground. HOMECOMING For the third straight year, light rain fell and again threatened to spoil MBA ' s Homecoming. The 1977 Spaghetti Supper was nevertheless another great success due mainly to the hard work of the Mother ' s Auxiliary and the ticket sales of the students, all of whom secured a holiday for their efforts. The dismal weather did not stop the halftime festivities as the large crowd saw JoAnna Jones crowned 1977 Homecoming Queen. She was surrounded by her court of attendants made up of Deborah Ezell, Beverly Ford, and Lisa Bouchard. The Big Red supporters lingered through the rain to see their team suffer a tough 10-6 loss to a good Hillwood football team. On the following night, the Homecoming Dance continued the activities for the weekend. A large student turn-out made the dance another success for the Big Red Club. MBA traveled to West to battle archrival Father Ryan in a crucial district game to determine the playoff candidate. Before 6,000 fans and a television audience, the Big Red was plagued by mistakes and an inability to move the football and lost 21-0. The defense, again led by Simpson, Baker, and Regen, played valiantly, but the inability to move the ball offensively hurt the Big Red. MBA bounced back the next week with a 10-6 win over another arch-rival, BGA. A field goal by Randy Foster and a 9 yard Flolland to Norling pass proved to be the margin for victory. Tailback David Duke and fullback Chris Latimer kept the Wildcats in their own territory with some fine running. In the season finale, the Big Red rallied from a 10 point deficit to blast the Antioch Bears 38-17. Tim Owen and Jack Patterson led the comeback with kickoff returns of 75 and 96 yards respectively. MBA picked up 287 yards rushing and 87 passing with Holland leading the way with 144 yards on 7 carries. 108 The defense halts Overton s drive Kirk ‘Whiteshoes’ Norling prances in the end zone Sflr The 6-4 record of the 1977 team is not indicative of the constant hustle and competitive attitude exhibited by the players. Many younger players got in valuable playing time that will aid MBA in the years to come. The combination of the return of a fine coach, a winning team attitude, and the most outstanding crowd support in years led to an excellent season. Holland’s pass evades an outstretched defender 111 JUNIOR VARSITY FOOTBALL Row 1: D. Molesworth; B. Dale; N. Phillips; Row 2: K. Smith; R. Betty; J. Adams; P. Altenbern; M. Salyer; D. Derryberry; J. Houde- shell; J. Hollins; B. Calton; J. Coombs; R. Henderson; J. Davis; Row 3: J. Tully; C. Whitson; A. Hill; J. Poteet; B. Couch; D. Linn; G. Gentry; F. Horton; J. Robinson; M. Levan; P. Wieck; D. Anagnos; D. Pack; M. Johnson The Junior Varsity Football Team worked hard this year in order to make a contribution to the varsity program next year. Though they achieved only a 1-3-0 record, the players gained valuable experience. Under the coaching of veteran Jim Jefferson and novice Floyd Elliott, the team was led by such standouts as Mark Johnson, Nate Phillips, Paul Wieck, and David Pack. Season highlights included an exciting win over neighborhood rival Hillwood in a game marked by long runs and big plays, and a disappointing loss to Ryan in overtime. FRESHMAN FOOTBALL OPPONENT 8 Cameron 13 Apollo 8 Rose Park 28 McMurray 15 Moore 18 Ryan M.B.A. 6 14 0 8 20 13 113 Wtiw Row 1: K. Klausner; R. Hollingsworth; S. Tune; Row 2: S. Hardaway; J. Vahaly; K. Maylor; J. Harrison; J. Bryant; M. Corwin; M. Peffin; J. DiVittorrio; W. Smith; K. Nichols; M. Anderson; A. Watts; J. Schuyler; Row 3: M. Warren; H. Hall; K. Abriola; A. Carden; J. Wagster; K. Shackleford; J. Slaton; B. McKinney; C. Herron; J. Davis; S. Richardson; R. Warner; A. Wieck; K. Duffey The 1977 Freshman Football team suffered a somewhat disappointing year. Under the leadership of coaches Medlin, Caldwell, and Harkey, the team compiled a 2-4 record, which could easily have been 5-1. The team was competitive in every game, losing 3 of them by a touchdown or less. Though some difficulties arose in the form of a new offensive system and in the team’s mental attitude, the freshman team improved more and more as the season progressed. The high point of the season was an overtime victory over Apollo. The squad, however, also experienced disappointing losses to Rose Park and arch-rival Ryan. Standouts on offense included co-captain Mike Anderson; fullback, Joe Bryant; quarterback, Scott Tune; and guard, Wade Smith: Leading the defense were John Wagster, Tom DiVittorio, and Ken Nichols. The freshman team again has produced some excellent football players, and with added instruction by the varsity coaching staff, they should make significant contributions in the future. 114 MICROBE FOOTBALL Row 1: D. Briley; K. Ferrelli; A. Grimsley; J. Hitt; T. Townsend; R. Crock; S. Howell; D. Miller; J. Houdeshell; S. Haynes; Row 2: D. Edwards; B. Mangrum; J. Thomason; B. Huddleston; B. Sitton; A. Fuqua; R. Pepper; G. Williamson; W. Elam; r! Doster; G. Carpenter; Row 3: P. Owen; M. Tidwell; W. Hamilton; K. Mitchell; R. Bomar; H. Hooper; G. Strayhorn; C. Young; G. Graham; E. Franklin; D. White; S. Ledyard; T. Wood; A. Steinmetz; A. Parker Coach Bill Compton ' s HVAC microbe team compiled an overall record of 2-5 for the season. Despite the record, the microbes showed great improvement by the last two games, defeating Ensworth and playing very well against a tough Brentwood team. Injuries and illnesses hurt the team significantly for the first four ball games, the offensive backfield was different for each game. The team worked hard and never quit, but was shackled by a lack of consistent offensive drive. Individual standouts on defense included captains Aley Fuqua (LB) and Brad Sitton (NG), along with David White (DE). Backs Hale Hooper and Mike Tidwell, and tight end, Clay Young, provided most of the offensive punch. Mr. Compton was ably assisted by Bill Lelyett and John Bartlett. 115 SEVENTH GRADE FOOTBALL Row 1: D. Kurtz; A. Barr; S. Nachawi; W. Zibas; J. Fite; S. Collins; T. Patterson; A. Andrews; C. Hines; L. Bryant; T. Barge; Row 2: D. Mclllwain; J. Thomason; D. Madox; J. Gaw; R. Smallwood; C. Herbert; B. Chaffin; J. Cain; J. Brown; T. Whiteaker— RED TEAM The seventh Red Team, coached by Mr. Williams and senior John Dicker, compiled an overall season record of 3-4. Offensively, the team was led by quarterback, Jeff Gaw; and defensively, the team was led by cornerback, Chris Hines. Mr. Gaither ' s Silver team finished the season with an odd record of 2 wins, 2 losses, and 3 ties. Terry Waterson at quarterback, and Hardy Burch at wingback led the offense, while linebacker Mack Brothers anchored the defense. The climax to the seventh grade season is the game between the Red Team and the Silver Team. This year, the Silver Team rose to the occasion and defeated their rival. Row 2: J. Levy; M. Robinson; L. Robbins; B. Anderson; T. Waterson; M. Laws; B. Cherry; M. Brothers; S. Albright; Row 1: J. Heer; C. Collins; H. Burch; M. McClenahan; T. James; T. Helm; A. Wheatcraft; G. Smith— SILVER TEAM vl • Row 1: B. Campbell; C. Stewart; Row 2: S. Hancock; B. Johnson; J. Shaw; J. Hymel; E. Archer; J. O’Neill; A. Hancock; P. Nordquist M. Nicks; Row 3: S. Hall; C. Keaton; S. Reigle; E. Groos; C. Milam; S. Campbell; T. Wert; B. White; G. Nelson; J. Edwards This year ' s Cross-Country team enjoyed a success unparalleled by any other cross-country team in recent years. The dual meet record was 7-1, good enough to capture the Western Division of the N.I.L. This record included victories over rivals Northwest and BGA. The only defeat came in a return meet at Northwest, the eventual region champion. The team placed 6th at the A.F. Bridges Invitational Meet, which featured teams from throughout the state. In addition, the team was 2nd in the Old Hickory Invitational and 2nd in the NIL Championship Meet. 11 of the 17 people who ran in meets this year will return next season. Individual honors were garnered this year by Ed Archer (All NIL); Erich Groos; Bennett White; Bruce Campbell (2nd Team All NIL); Jimmy O ' Neill (Honorable Mention All NIL). Chris Milam joined Groos, White, Campbell, and O’Neill on the All Western Division Team. Since Groos, White, and Campbell will all return next season, the team should have another successful year. MICROBE CROSS-COUNTRY This year ' s Microbe Cross-Country squad under the leadership of Mr. Novak, finished the year third in the HVAC. This Team, however, showed marked improvement throughout the year. In the first section of the cross- country championships, MBA finished third behind Ensworth and Northside. Later in the year, behind the stand-out running of Rich Good, who finished second place individually, the team edged out Ensworth for second place. Unfortunately, the final team standings were determined by total scores from both sections, and MBA had to settle for third. Besides Rich Good, the team boasted fine performances from Terry Watterson, Mabo Kono, Ridley Wills, and Andrew Schenker. Undoubtedly, this squad will contribute some fine performances to future cross-country squads. Row 1 : A. Schenker; C. Bell; E. Leslie; D. Jenkins; T. Higgins; T. Patterson; M. Kono; S. Anderson; B. Hawkins; Row 2: G. Heagy; F. Cole; M. Wellens; P. Patterson; S. Houston; P. Smith; R. Good; A. Berry; T. Watterson; R. Brandeau; M. Crist Bombs away! For the second year in a row, winter proved to be cold and snowy. Once again the public schools enjoyed a long Christmas vacation (at the expense of their spring break which lasted two days), and once again the men on the Hill rose to the occasion and battled icy roads to attend school each day. Mr. Carter managed to keep the driveway clear by dumping some ten tons of sand on it throughout the winter, and the job of sand removal was left to the demerit felons who performed well at the expense of a few sore muscles. Perhaps the most miraculous event of the winter was that snow forced the cancellation of one day of exams. Snow also provided recreation for the seniors as snowball fights covered the front lawn after lunch. Some seniors even took to pelting cars on West End, resulting in several complaints and even one threat to violence from a trigger-happy motorist. Spring break in sunny Florida brought on spring fever, and the winter became just another on a growing list of memories. 122 WINTER OF 78 J.V. SOCCER Row 1: D. Phelps, R. Wright, C. Currey, P. Morgan, G. Stoup, M. Baxter, S. Wallace, K. Smith; Row 2: P. Burns, D. Peterseim, J. Heimel, A. Wieck, B. Whittlesey, R. Warner, S. Glascow; Row 3: F. Smith, D. Hannon, C. Huddleston, C. Hannon, B. Strayhorn This year ' s junior varsity soccer team compiled a 3 and 3 record for the season. The team gained valuable experience by playing more experienced squads such as B.G.A.’s varsity. The J.V. split two games with the Wildcats in rough and very physical contests, and also managed to beat Franklin Road Academy ' s varsity. Besides losing once to B.G.A., the team suffered two close and disappointing losses to University School ' s varsity squad. This team improved by playing the tougher competition, and many of these athletes should greatly aid next year ' s varsity team in what will be a rebuilding year. Outstanding players for the year were Adam Wieck, Bob Whittlesey, Blake Strayhorn, and Chuck Huddleston. 129 MBA fielded one of its finest basketball teams in recent years for the 1977-78 season. Their 10-14 record does not quite represent the caliber of the Big Red ' s play in that they encountered many teams that were vastly more talented. With the return of six experienced players from last year ' s squad, the team hoped to improve on the showings of the past few years. Led by the inside power of Steve Roberts and Wen Hardin, and the outside work of Rick Bowers, Freddie Horton, and Andy Smith, MBA started the season with high hopes under the leadership of coaches Bennett and Shapiro. The Big Red started the season before a large crowd at home with a narrow loss (54-52) to University School. MBA rebounded well against BGA with a 57-40 victory behind Roberts ' 18 points and Horton’s 14. The team then lost three straight to NIL powers Glencliff, Cohn, and Overton. In all 3 games, MBA held the lead early only to let victory slip away in the last half. The Big Red revenged an earlier defeat by University School with a 66-59 win as Roberts and Barry Ralston combined for 39 points. MBA ended 1977 with a loss at Ryan. During the Christmas vacation, long- time Coach John Bennett resigned from his post as head basketball coach and left the reins in the hands of Coach Shapiro. MBA started off the new year with a 53-29 win over Hillwood, a 50-36 victory over Antioch, and a 75-31 kicking of the Webb “Feet”. This streak featured a tough defense to go along with the already potent offense. Just as MBA had raised its record to 5-5, the team lost five out of the next six to powers Pearl, Hillsboro, Cohn, Overton, and Ryan with their only win being another defeat of Webb. The team then defeated Hillwood 53-39 and then Bishop Byrne 66-38 in a very rough game. Antioch then edged MBA the next week 72-68 despite Bower ' s 28 points. wsv 131 Row 1: R Bowers; J. Russell; A. Massey; F. Horton; A. Smith; Row 2: B. Rowland; R. Holland; H. Novak; B. Bomar; S. Roberts; J. Haynes; B. Nicholson The Big Red then taught Pearl a lesson in controlled basketball as they whipped the Tigers 46-43. Roberts, Hardin, Bowers, and Robert Holland all scored double figures. MBA lost its last two regular season games against Hillsboro and Glencliff and then again to Hillsboro in the district tournament despite an early 11-0 lead. The 1977-78 team was characterized by great offensive prowess led by Steve Roberts (14.5 points per game) and Rick Bowers (10.5 points). However, throughout the year, the team was plagued by inconsistency on both ends of the floor. Nevertheless, many younger players got in much needed playing time; and, as a result of the leadership of this year ' s seniors, the team hopes to continue its upward progress. 132 133 ■ ■ J.V. BASKETBALL Row 1: B. Calton, D. Derryberry, R. McDonald, N. Philips, J. Davis, D. Pack; Row 2: J. Knight, D. Thistleth- waite, B. Campbell, T. Moore, M. Hatcher, J. Griscom, C. Whitson The M.B.A. junior varsity basketball team wound up the 1977-78 campaign with a fine 10-8 record. This record is a great improvement over that of JV teams in recent years even though the team had to play several schools from which varsity players participated in the JV games. Under the guidance of Coach Kevin Harkey, the Big Red rolled to early victories over the University School and a come-from-behind victory over Cohn that was led by “ super scrub David Pack. After several defeats at the hands of Ryan, Overton, Glencliff, and Antioch, the Big Red devastated Webb and had several surprising wins against Pearl, Ryan, B.G.A., and Bishop Byrne. The. team was led in scoring by Tom Moore ' s 13.8 average and Jimmy Griscom’s 12.9 average. Bob Calton and Rusty McDonald performed well at their guard positions, while Doug Derryberry and Chris Whitson provided some inside punch. Joe Davis, Nathan Philips, and Bruce Campbell also performed well all season. The outlook for future varsity teams looks bright as a result of the fine talent displayed by this team. 134 RIFLERY E. New, A. Gill, T. Ayers, B. Hobbs, B. Herbert, A. Hill, T. McPherson, B. Dale As a result of the shrewd coaching of Jim Stevens, Rip Sutton, and Emmons Woolwine, the M.B.A. rifle team completed another very successful season. M.B.A. placed first in all Youth Incorporated matches except one, and in this match the Big Red was forced to take second place only because one of the team ' s key shooters was absent. Scoring was led by captain Bill Hobbs, Tim Ayers, Bill Herbert, who led the team to victories in the Youth Incorporated matches as well as in the Junior Sectional. At present, the team is ranked an impressive tenth in the nation in its division. Next year promises to be another fine season with the loss of only one shooter to graduation. 135 FRESHMAN BASKETBALL Row 1: Manager, David Reynolds; Pen Caldwell; Scott Tune; Anderson Spickard; Tom DiVittorio; Ken Nichols; Kelly Shackle- ford; Mitch Warren; Chris Smith; Fred Zimmerman; Row 2; Chris Stephens; Sambo Harwell; Mike Anderson; Marty Poe; Brad McKinney; Kenny Abriola; Mike Hutcherson; Frank Gordon; Shawn Menke The Freshman basketball team had a highly successful season this year. Starting slowly but improving throughout the season, the team evened up its record at the end of the regular season in its competitive junior high league. Scoring victories over J. T. Moore, Hillwood, and Father Ryan, the team managed to capture the district title, something no other freshman squad has achieved. With the help of Coach Bob Gideon, the freshmen were led by Mike Anderson, Ken Nichols, and Anderson Spickard as each was named to the All- Tournament Team with Spickard capturing MVP honors. This group should contribute significantly to future varsity squads. 136 tswt, . m MjtTW MICROBE BASKETBALL The Microbe basketball team finished its season with an overall 7-7 record for the year. With a host of seventh grade players, the squad suffered several close and disappointing losses. The highlight of the year, however, came in a victory over arch-rival Ensworth in a close game which saw the Little Red victorious by a 3 point margin, in the last game of the HVAC Tournament. Ally Fuqua led the team all year with outstanding offensive and defensive performances, resulting in his being named to the All-Tournament Team. The team was helped greatly by the coaching of Don Fisher, and together with returning seventh graders Ricky Crook, Phil Owen, and Terry Watterson, the squad should have a successful season next year. i JUNIOR SCHOOL CHAMPIONS 8E— Row 1: D. Adams; R. Pepper; C. Young; D. Fujii; S. Alford; C. Franklin; Row 2: J. Burton; J. Patter- son; H. Hooper; S. Ledyard; P. Smith; D. Shanks 7J— Row 1: S. Johnson; G. Smith; C. Hines; L. Bryant; Row 2: A. Isherwood; B. Cherry; J. Cain; G. Heagy; W. Zibas; A. Andrews; A. Wheatcraft 139 VARSITY WRESTLING The 1977-78 Varsity Wrestling season saw the arrival of the third new wrestling coach in 4 years at MBA. Head coach Steve Williams and assistant coach Kevin Lenahan faced the difficult task of organizing relatively unfamiliar faces and names into a viable wrestling force. The team returned seniors Galt Baker, Pete DeLay, Paul Stumb, John Anderson, Charlie Duffey, and Chris London. Other returnees included juniors Mark Frost and Bobby Huddleston, and sophomores Tim Warnock, David Molesworth, and Russell Regen. Unfortunately, Coach Williams ' goal, demanding dedication and the adoption of improved wrestling techniques in order to establish MBA as an NIL contender, fell short of its mark during the early part of the season. Row 1: A. Hancock; D. Molesworth; A. Nelson; Row 2: W. Crockett; B. Huddleston; C. Duffey; R. Regen; J. Anderson; J. May; T. Warnock; Coach Williams; Row 3: S. Moyers; P. DeLay; S. Bentley; M. Frost; G. Baker; C. London; P. Stumb; R. Henderson; Coach Lenahan 140 The team lost dual matches to Father Ryan and Lebanon while defeating Antioch and Bellvue. In the Chattanooga City Invitational, which boasted 26 of the top teams in the state, MBA finished exactly mid-way in the field. The only wrestler to place was Galt Baker, who finished second, losing a tough match to Baylor ' s Doug Dyer. In the Overton Invitational the following week, four wrestlers placed: Galt Baker, first; Pete DeLay, John Anderson, and Tim Warnock, fourth. Over Christmas vacation, the team worked hard and situated all the individuals into their respective weight classes, leading to the trouncing of such teams as BGA and Hillwood. In the Ryan Invitational, many of the Big Red wrestlers lost close decisions, but Galt Baker managed to triumph as champion for the third year in a row, while Pete DeLay and Paul Stump captured third place honors. In a somewhat weaker Bellvue Invitational, MBA ran away with the championship as 7 wrestlers advanced to the finals. Baker, Stumb, Warnock, and DeLay won their individual classes, while John Anderson, Mark Frost, and David Molesworth finished second. Wrestling in a tough weight class, Chris London captured fourth. MBA ' s final dual match was with powerful Overton, and the Big Red fell 31-18. Three days later the District 8 Tournament began, and in an impressive effort, 9 MBA wrestlers placed to compete in the Regional Tournament. Championships went to Baker and Frost, and second place finishes to DeLay, Stumb, and Warnock. Duffey and Molesworth finished third while Anderson and Flancock captured fourth place. The Region 3 Tournament saw the culmination of an excellent team effort rising out of the hard work and dedication on the part of the round, MBA blew past its opponents as 8 out of 9 wrestlers won important matches to qualify for the quarter-final round. The next day, Baker pinned his way to the finals, and Frost, in an overtime judge ' s decision, defeated 1 seed Tommy Peebles of BGA to advance to the finals. 141 Wrestling Cheerleaders: Sherry Moore, Lauren Berry, Elaine Callaway, Becky Hinshaw, Dana Buttrey, Nancy Brown, Cheri DeLay In the consolation round, several wrestlers lost close matches which prevented them from qualifying for the state tournament. DeLay, Frost, and Baker all put in fine efforts as MBA captured fourth place out of 36 teams. Furthermore, Baker (All-NIL) won the tournament’s best wrestler award. In the state tournament, Baker placed third after losing a difficult match to the eventual state champion, Doug Dyer, from Baylor. Pete DeLay and Mark Frost failed to place but wrestled well against tough competition. The team finished 14th out of 40 teams. This season serves as a building block for a solid and strong MBA wrestling program which could compete for the state title in the future; and, with the return of experienced sophomores and juniors, as well as some excellent freshmen, next year ' s squad should have an excellent year. FRESHMAN WRESTLING Row 1: B. Claunch; J. Heer; L. Bryant; D. Kurtz; T. Helm; S. Haynes; S. Aden; Row 2: D. Brothers; A. Grimsley; D. Briley; M. Peffen; R. Pepper; R. Hollingsworth; K. Maler; E. Leslie; J. Levy; S. Albright; Row 3: S. Richardson; B. Sitton; E. Franklin; C. Herron; J. Slaton; J. Shankle; J. Tully; H. Hall; D. Baker The 1977-78 Freshman Wrestling team did well in finishing its rigorous season. The dual match record was 2-5, but many of the losses were suffered at very slim margins. After practicing with the varsity during Christmas holidays, a vastly improved team emerged to beat Apollo and stomp Father Ryan 47-19. The freshmen placed fifth overall in the Middle Tennessee Jr. High Tournament at McMurray. Johnny Wagster won first place at 137 lbs. as did Don Brothers at 89 lbs. Mark Peffen placed second at 129 lbs., Kevin Maler was third at 143 lbs., and Bill Claunch captured fourth at 82 lbs. Coach Andy Gaither and alumnus Jerry Patterson helped to shape this team into a fine group of young wrestlers who will contribute significantly to the growing varsity wrestling program in the future. 144 MICROBE WRESTLING Row 1: J. Heer; B. Claunch; D. Jones; A. Rowe; D. Kurtz; T. Helm; S. Haynes; Row 2: A. Grimsley; D. Briley; R. Pepper; B. Sitton; S. Aden; L. Bryant; E. Franklin; S. Albright; J. Levy; E. Leslie 145 •fr ' ,v wmSWSm - ' - -V. Wmms m ■ ...;••■■ • ’ iSMSt MHMHB VARSITY BASEBALL The varsity baseb all team had an excellent regular season record, finishing the year with an impressive 14 wins and only 2 losses. The two losses came at the hands of Hendersonville and Ryan, with whom the Big Red split a two-game series. In District competition, the team blanked Clarksville in the first game 6-1 behind the pitching of junior Barry Ralston. The squad then proceeded to avenge an earlier loss to arch-rival Father Ryan by sweeping to an easy victory. 148 Row 1: M. Lewis; J. Adams; K. Holland; M. Levan; A. Massey; R. Bowers; F. Horton; T. Owen; S. Riegle; M. Castle; Row 2; Coach Jim Jefferson; R. Holland; J. Wagster; T. Moore; C. Latimer; B. Ralston; B. Hawkins; H. Novak; Coach Floyd Elliot; S. Kennedy. In the finals, MBA edged Clarksville again 1 to 0 to regain the District championship won the previous year. For his outstanding performances throughout the district and all year, Barry Ralston was voted the NIL ' S most valuable player. The overall strength of the hitting and defense of the Big Red places it as a top contender for the Regional and State titles this year. ■ MICROBE BASEBALL (L to R) C. Collins, C. Hines, S. Anderson, D. Jenkins, F. Andrews, D. Fujii, G. Williamson, C. Young, A. Fuqua, J. Crow, J. Hitt, P. Owen, D. Mcllwain, T. James, S. Haynes, R. Crook. JUNIOR SCHOOL SOFTBALL 150 VARSITY TENNIS ■ M f v The varsity tennis team finished its regular season with an impressive 1 7-3 record, including one dis appointing loss to Chattanooga McCallie in the final tie breaker point of a doubles match. The team boasted standout performances from junior David Templeton and Harold DeBlanc who played numbers 1 and 2 respectively. Fred Ayers, Ross Evans, and Bill Calton rounded out the top five players. 151 Row 1 : M. Baxter; D. Garrett; R. Jones; D. Fox; J. Hargrove; Row 2: D. Templeton; H. DeBlanc; B. Calton; M. Hatcher; B Bomar F. Ayers; R. Evans; Coach John Poston Templeton completed the season with a 42-7 record and led the team to another NIL championship. In District 12 competition, MBA swept away the Championship honors as David Templeton again won first place individual honors. Only two seniors, Fred Ayers and Bill Calton, will be lost to graduation, so next year ' s squad should look forward to another excellent season. 152 MICROBE TENNIS Row 1: D. DeBlanc; S. Howell; A. Berry; S. Fine; D. Miller; J. Houseshell; A. Rowe; Row 2: Coach Rick Carter; M. Tidwell; F. Bennett; R. Bomar; S. Jones; G. Smith; S. Johnson; J. Fite. 153 VARSITY TRACK The MBA Varsity Track team led by Coach Michael Drake, enjoyed a fairly successful season in compiling a 3-1 dual meet record and finishing 2nd out of 10 teams in the District meet. Early in the season, the Big Red defeated Hillsboro 76-61. Doug Derry berry led the team with 1 7 ' A points, while other fine winning performances were turned in by Trey Alford and Jimmy Griscom. The Big Red then extended their record to 2-0 by defeating Antioch 91-46. Derryberry again led the team with 17V . 2 pts., but Jimmy O ' Neill and Jack Patterson also turned in fine performances. Also winning were Russ Freeman in the discus, Bruce Campbell in the 880, Ed Archer in the 2-mile, and the 440 relay team. Against Franklin MBA was again victorious with a 93-44 margin. Craig Stewart led the team with 13 points, and other fine performances were given by Alford in the pole vault, Patterson in the intermediate and high hurdles, Joe Hymel in the mile, the 880 relay team of Russ Regen, Greg Simpson, Galen Gentry, and Bill Crenshaw, Bruce Campbell in the open 880, and Ed Archer in the 2-mile. Against Overton, several of the 1st team members did not run due to the Baylor Relays the following day. As a result, Overton chalked up a decisive victory over the Big Red with a score of 94-31. Marcel Hawiger won the high jump with a 6-foot jump and Archer won the 2- mile. Also performing well were Alford, with a second in the pole vault, and Bennett White, with a second in the 2-mile. The next day, the Varsity travelled to Chattanooga to participate in the Baylor Relays. A couple of school records were broken, one by a victorious hurdle-shuttle relay team of Hawiger, Derryberry, Alford, and Patterson (1:06.6), and the other by Derryberry in the triple jump (39’7 Va ). Other entries gaining points for the Big Red were Derryberry in the pole vault— 4th; the 2-mile relay team of Hawiger, Wert, Campbell, and Derryberry— 2nd; the distance medley relay team of Stewart, Nelson, Chris The Doc Milam, and O’Neill— 4th; and the shot putters relay— 4th. 154 Row 1: A. Hancock; B. Johnson; J. Shaw; K. Woodruff; D. Derryberry; C. Keaton; S. Hancock; W. Crockett; S. Glascow; C. Whitson; Row 2: T. Wert; G. Nelson; B. Campbell; T. Brown; M. Hawiger; B. Dale; B. Couch; R. Regen; G. Simpson; P. Altenbern; J. Johnson; R. Gustafson; T. Alford; C. Hill; Row 3: G. Guttman; C. Milam; B. Calton; C. Stewart; J. Hymel; E. Groos; G. Gentry; D. Linn; J. Griscom; B. Crenshaw; D. Anagnos; R. Freeman; O. Lipscomb; B. White; J. O’Neill; E. Archer; Steve Hall 155 After another week of practice, the Big Red participated in the Optimist Relays. A school record was broken by the 3rd place 2-mile relay team of Hawiger, Wert, Campbell, and Derryberry (8:06.1). The only winner for MBA was Craig Stewart in the 440 with a 50.3 clocking. Also performing well was Ed Archer with a 10:17.4 in the 2-mile. The following week, MBA participated in the Banner Relays. Several school records were broken again as Craig Stewart won the 440 in 49.8 seconds and Jack Patterson ran the high hurdles in a time of 15.2. Other fine performances were turned in by the 2-mile relay team of Hawiger, Wert, Campbell, and Derryberry (4th 8:18.5) and the mile relay team of Derryberry, Campbell, Patterson, and Stewart (5th 3:33. 1 ). In their finest performance of the season, the team finished second out of ten teams in the District meet. Craig Stewart led the team with 9 3 A of their 46 points and a victorious MBA school record performance of 49.4 seconds in the 440 yard dash. Stewart placed fourth in the long jump and ran on the winning mile relay team. MBA had two victorious relay teams: the 2-mile relay team of Wert, Hawiger, Derryberry, and Campbell; and the mile relay team of Derryberry, Campbell, Patterson, and Stewart. The 440 relay team placed 5th with a 46. 1 clocking. In the field events, Trey Alford placed 4th in the pole vault while Derryberry captured 5th. Russ Freeman placed 5th in the discus, and Marcel Hawiger qualified for the Regional Meet with a third place high jump of 6 ' 2 . Jack Patterson also qualified for the Region with third place finishes in the high and intermediate hurdles, 15.4 and 14.6 respectively. Fine mile performances were turned in by Bennett White, who qualified for the Region with a third place 4:35.9 clocking, and Joe Hymel, who placed fifth with a 4:42.2. The half-milers also performed well, with Erich Gross going to the Region with a 3rd place time of 2:01.5. Tad Wert and Gene Nelson finished fourth and fifth respectively. FRESHMAN TRACK Row 1- K. Maylor; R. Hollingsworth; K. Nichols; S. Tune; S. Wallace; A. Watts; J. Harrisson; H. Hall; Row 2: M. Warren; B. McKinney; J. Shankle; D. Sherman; A. Spickard; M. Anderson; M. Peffin; K. Shackleford; Row 3: D. Phelps; S. Hines; A. Carden; M. Corwin; C. Stephens; N. Kirshner; J. Slaton; J. Davis; S. Menke; B. Nicholson This year, the freshman track team enjoyed a fairly successful season. After crushing Rose Park and finishing second in a triangular meet with McMurray and Rose Park, the team headed into the District meet against Cameron, Rose Park, Apollo, and McMurray, and for the 3rd consecutive year, the Big Red captured the District crown. MICROBE TRACK 158 Row 1: A. Schenker; A. Wheatcraft; M. McClanahan; M. Kirby; B. Claunch; H. Burch; M. Kono; R. Cooke; Row 2: E. Leslie; J. Levy; D. Jenkins; G. Heagy; R. Brandau; D. Maddux; M. Crist; B. Huddleston; R. Good; B. Hawkins; S. Albright; Row 3: L. Bryant; B. Adams; B. Sitton; P. Young; C. Herbert; N. Fabian; D. Edwards; K. Porter; M. Brown; E. Franklin; M. Robinson; B. Anderson; R. Wills; T. Watterson; J. Kilroy; D. White f VARSITY GOLF The Varsity Golf team, under the leadership of Coach Scotty Fairbairn, finished the season with a 10-2 match record and a somewhat disappointing 5th place finish in the District 12 tournament at McCabe. The team won its first 9 matches, highlighted by a 4 Vi 2 to V 2 victory over Father Ryan in which the Big Red posted a team total of 152 strokes, the lowest team score compiled by an MBA team in the past 5 years. Individually the team was led by Robert Haley, who won the District tournament after tying for it last year and who was MBA’s only representative in the Regional Tournament. Others who performed well for the Big Red include John Haley and Garry Zeitlin, who shot a four-under- par thirty-two to break the school record for nine holes. The team also benefited from the consistent play of seniors Chris London and Jack Mitchell and freshman David Ingram. •- Item to R?chardso? i,lin: L ° nd ° n: R ‘ J ' MitChe : D ‘ ln9rUm; J ' Haley: Row 2: C J - Dembsky; R. Hollingsworth; B. Levy; B JUNIOR HIGH GOLF Row 1: J. Brown; Row 2: D. Fair- bairn; M. Poe; W. Roberts Mr. Drake’s brainchild pentathalon was expanded to an octathalon in order to meet the great demand for another sporting event of interest on the Hill. Much seriousness on the part of some contenders and none at all on behalf of the other contenders marked this interesting event. Senior Gene Nelson won first place honors with sophomore Chris Whitson and senior John Neil capturing second and third places respectively. Unfortunately, the teachers did not fare as well this year as last, but everyone who participated seemed to have a good time. Hopefully, Mr. Drake will continue and maybe expand his annual event in future years. THE PROM The second Senior Prom was another great success due to the hard work of this year ' s Junior Class and the fantastic support of the student body. After raising the needed amount of money, the juniors built a spring porch stage for the presentation. The seniors, and the junior and sophomore class officers, were presented with their dates as Mr. Drake did an excellent job in announcing the program. Following the presentation and dinner, most students stayed to hear the band Shotgun . This band did a great job of motivating most of the M.B.A. clubfoots to dance and had very little trouble motivating those who were already loose enough to dance. The teacher-chaperones had an exciting evening as well, including Dr. and Mrs. Fairbairn who put on an oldie dance routine. Count Hardin has a date!! The dance came to a close around midnight, and the breakfasts were soon to follow as everyone took advantage of the right to be young. The 1978 Prom proved to be well organized, and hopefully future proms will be even easier to have. The seniors would like to thank the Junior Class and especially Dr. Crowell, for without them and their hard work, the Prom would never have been possible. 164 SCIENCE FAIR The 1978 Science Fair had a large turnout from both students and parents. Dr. Crowell and other members of the science staff worked many long hours setting up the projects and organizing the judges for the fair, and they deserve much credit for the success of the science fair this year. Highlights of the fair included Ricky Bower ' s project, which won the Mad Scientist Award, and many projects which either flopped after being set up or did not work at all. The individual winners were Keith Mitchell in Biological Science; Peter Smith in Earth Science; Ridley Wills in Physical Science; Mike Anderson in Microbiology; Chris Stevens in Botany; Jim Tully in Zoology; Scott Campbell in Chemistry; and Steve Gibbs in Physics. This year ' s projects also competed for the best backboard display. Philip Moyers and George Hetzel won this category with interesting pictures on their boards. NEW YORK TRIP LUCtO FONTANA « «« � « � « “New York was sensual gluttony. Vermeer, Rembrandt, dapling a I ' orange, constant traffic jams, Rodin, beautiful women, Broadway snowflakes, Cezanne, bawdy comedies, won-ton soup, night and day. I had to get back to the country to digest it all. 166 “Pretty good art to be found, but the food was the highlight of the trip. New York was everything I expected it not to be. The people were polite, the streets relatively clean, the prostitutes, junkies, muggers, and winos nowhere to be seen. I saw modern man ' s futile attempt to situate 13 million people in an area fit at most for one or two million. I now appreciate the middle Tennessee rednecks more than ever. 167 TUG-OF-WAR Despite bad weather and several delays, this year ' s tug-of-war took place on a very dismal Sunday afternoon. Attendance was down due to the baseball district finals and AP exams. However, all those who attended agreed it was a very muddy but a very fun afternoon. Mark Sullivan and Paul Stumb, along with The Wife. were responsible for planning the contest and obtaining the rope. Highlights included the boys whipping the girls (with the boys on their knees) and Bill Calton ' s great anchorwork. Though not as popular as previous tugs, everyone seemed to enjoy this year ' s tug-of-war immensely. 168 b i , I. r 170 r r - J I. • OF BEER OR OTHER INTOXICATING BEVERAGES PROHIBITED IN ALL METROPOLITAN PARKS METROPOLITAN BOARD OF PARKS AND ' RECREATION MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED-Jimmy O ' Neill BEST LOOKING-Jay Hitt FRIENDLIEST —Gene Nelson BIGGEST GOLDBRICK-John McWhirter BIGGEST SOCIAL LION-Jack Patterson MOST OBNOXIOUS-Jay Hitt LOWEST ON THE DARWINIAN SCALE OF EVOLUTION— Garry Zeitlin Dear Steve, I am honored and deserving, naturally, of your MOST CONCEITED or HIGHEST SELF-ESTEEM superlative. However, since you are only able to give me a third of a page in the yearbook, I feel it demeaning for me to grace your publication with my picture. Therefore, I will not give you the privilege of putting my picture (no matter how good it is) in the annual. Sincerely, Roger Burr us 179 SPRING SPORTS WRAP-UP In the first game of Region III action. MBA faced a solid Columbia squad. Andy Massey and Rick Bowers, filling in for missing pitcher Barry Ralston, held Columbia to only one run in an outstanding pitching performance. Mark Levan provided the winning margin with a towering two-run homer which gave the Big Red a 2-1 victory. The finals of the Region saw MBA pitted against a strong Hendersonville team which had handed the Big Red one of their earlier losses of the season. In a hitting duel, M.B.A. managed to rake out a 10-9 win to secure a spot in the state playoffs and capture the Regional crown. With a contingent of Big Red fans who travelled to Memphis to see the team play Memphis Christian Brothers. M.B.A. shattered the reputation of the strong-hitting Memphis team by blanking them 3-0. The game saw key hits by various members of the team and a good pitching performance by Barry Ralston. The state finals was to be a three-game series at Herschel Greer Stadium in Nashville between M.B.A. and Jonesboro Crockett. A large crowd turned out to see the Big Red roll to a 4-2 victory in the first game behind Ralston ' s hurling, allowing only 5 hits. The second game held the crowd anxious as the lead see-sawed back and forth until it remained tied (3-3) at the end of the regulation seven innings. With the crowd behind the team, the Big Red stepped to the plate and belted out 5 runs behind doubles by Tim Owen and Kevin Holland, while Andy Massey had one triple and Robert Holland contributed two game-shattering triples. Barry Ralston relieved Ricky Bowers for the last half of the inning and retired all three batters to give M.B.A. its second TSSAA State Championship. After starting the year at a 5-2 record, this team completely turned around to account for 16 straight victims en route to the state championship. Coach Jim Jefferson and the entire squad are to be congratulated, and with the loss of only two starting seniors. Tim Owen and Robert Holland, the Big Red should be looking toward another state championship next year. Varsity Track by Don Foster Varsity Golf Robert Haley was the only golfer from M B A. to qualify for the region, by merit of his first place finish in the district. In the 1 8 holes of competition. Haley shot a 79 to send him into a play-off to try to qualify for the state tournament. He failed, however, in his bid for the state but enabled M B A. to have another successful golfing season. The squad will feel his loss next year, but with a crop of young talent, the team should be able to rebuild to have another fine season. In regional competition, M B A. swept to the championship behind the play of David Templeton, Harold DeBlanc, Ross Evans, and Fred Ayers. Templeton won the singles competition and the doubles team of Templeton and Ayers also finished first. All four qualified for the state tournament, but The Big Red ' s hopes for a state championship fell short behind Memphis University School, and M.B.A. had to settle for second place. Templeton finished second individually as did the Templeton- Ayers doubles team. The loss of Fred Ayers and Bill Calton to graduation will be felt next year, but with the return of Templeton and other young talent, the team should be able to vie again for a state crown. After an excellent showing in the district meet, the varsity track team participated in regional competition. The two-mile relay team of Tad Wert, Marcel Hawiger, Erich Groos, and Doug Derryberry finished third; however, this was not quite good enough to qualify for the state meet. Craig Stewart ' s third place finish, though, in the 440 was good enough to qualify him for the state for the second year in a row. In the state meet, Stewart ' s time of 49.6 seconds for the quarter-mile enabled him to bring home a very creditable third-place finish. With a host of returning talent, next year ' s track team should enjoy another excellent season. ■ .•« -Varsity Tennis 181 184 . . . until . . . I I . . . and only 1 74 more . . . f U COMMENCEMENT 4 s springtime came to an end, the 111th Commencement exercises of Montgomery Bell Academy were presided over by Mr. Carter on Saturday morning, June 3, 1978. For the departing seniors, those last few weeks were now over as the last theme was written, the last lunch eaten, the last exam taken— it was all over much too fast. The parties at “Bots ' ”, “ Sticks’ ”, Archer ' s, and Marcell ' s brought the class together for one last time before graduation. Everyone felt relieved that it was almost over after so many years, and a happy, celebrative mood encompassed the class, as also did a mellow, contemplative mood. This day would be the last time many seniors would see each other for months or even longer. For the seniors, the largest phase of the MBA life was about to end. The program began with an invocation by class President Mark Sullivan, which was followed by the Salutatorian speech by Trey Poole. Mr. Carter then proceeded to present the various medals and awards to the deserving members of the student body. The chorus then performed several songs, and afterwards, the special medals were awarded. Finally, the seniors spent their last moments as students on the Hill anxiously awaiting their names to be called as Vice-Chairman of the Board of Trust, Mr. Brownlee O. Currey, Jr., presented the diplomas to the graduating class. Chris Milam followed with the Valedictorian speech, and Steve Wallace dedicated THE 1978 BELL Surprisingly, but deservingly, to the secretaries— Alleen Garriott, Virginia Liles, and Frances McKeehen. Vice-President Paul Stumb closed the program with the benediction, and all of a sudden, the seniors had completed their stay on the Hill. AWARDS Debate Medals Mark Richard Armour Joseph Hiram Calvin, III George Harrison Cate. Ill Walter McLaren Robinson, III Forensic Medal Walter McLaren Robinson, III Math Medals 7th Allan Milburn Wheatcraft 7th (H) David Ellsworth Jenkins, III Alg 8 David Joyce White. Ill Alg 8(H) MasahiroKono Alg I Joseph Mark Peffen Alg II Charles Louis Huddleston, II Alg II (H) Donald MacAllister Fairbairn, Jr. Robert McKann Clark Geometry Gregory Steven Stroup Geometry (H) George Nicolas Cheij Math IV Christopher Moore Milam Math IV (H) Thomas Edward Groomes Calculus AB Paul Cavert Stumb Calculus BC Jonathan Wenning Hardin History Medals 7th Burton Hill Anderson 8th Masahiro Kono Ancient Medieval Stanley Bernard. Jr Modern Christian William Walter Crow Modern (AP) William Wilson Turner American Jonathan Wenning Hardin English Medals 7th Richard Dean Duncan, III 8th Masahiro Kono Elliott Lanier New I Michael Thomas Anderson II Everett Randall Henderson. Ill III Erich Bryan Groos. Jr. IV Christopher Moore Milam French Medals I Steven David Hall II David Wilson Puett III Richards Harrison Seay. Jr. IV Mark Richard Armour Spanish Medals I George Nicolas Cheij II Damon Philip Anagnos III Ehc Ross Fenichel Art Medals Art History Christopher Moore Milam Studio Art Walter McLaren Robinson Word Wealth Medals 7th Allan Milburn Wheatcraft 8th Jeffrey Richardson Patterson Latin Medals 1-8 Steve Edward Anderson 1-9 Thomas Jude DiVittorio II Joel Wilson Slaton III Gregory Steven Stroup IV (AP) Warren Alvin Coleman, III Richard Harrison Seay. Jr. Science Medals Geography Allan Milburn Wheatcraft 7th Science Robert Jones Chaffin, Jr. 8th Science David Joyce White, III 8th Science (H) Michael James Crist Biology Michael Thomas Anderson Biology (AP) Eugene Harris Nelson Chem-Physics John Rivers Ingram Chemistry Stephen Julian Gibbs Chemistry (AP) Jonathan Wenning Hardin Physics Robert Hows King, Jr. Paul Cavert Stumb Physics (H) Erich Bryan Groos, Jr. Valedictorian Medal Christopher Moore Milam Salutatorian Medal Edwin Seybourne Poole. Ill John B Hayes Award for Excellence in the American Constitution: Stanley Bernard. Jr. George Roger Burrus Byrd Douglas Cain. Ill John Morrison Dicker Edwin Seybourne Poole. Ill Civitan Award for Citizenship Eugene Harris Nelson D A R Good Citizen Award Edmund Wesley Archer Thomas H Malone. Jr Awards for Excellence in English Composition Christopher Moore Milam, Eugene Harris Nelson Donald Ross Award for the Outstanding Freshman Thomas Jude DiVittorio Francis E. Carter. Sr Award to the Outstanding Boy in the Seventh Grade Marshall Todd Helm Walter Noel , Jr. Award to the Outstanding Boy in the Junior School James Alexander Grimsley Henry A Fitts Award for Journalism Steven Franklin Wallace John Morehead Dobson Award for the Best Sports Article John Eugene Anderson William Bailey Award for Honor. Integrity, and Loyalty in the Senior Class Edmund Wesley Archer Lindsley Ruth Award to the Best Citizen in the Junior Class Joseph Porter Durham Lindsey Award to the Outstanding Athlete of 1977-78 Robert Michael Holland. Jr. Henry W Boyd. Jr Award to the Outstanding Boy in the Sophomore Class Everrett Randall Henderson, III Renssalaer Award for Math And Science Thomas Edward Groomes Sewanee Award Erich Bryan Groos, Jr. William Martin Award to the Best All-Around Boy in the School James Anthony O’Neill, III Silver Bowl Award to the Senior Class President Mark Clayton Sullivan 187 Those receiving membership into Totomoi, MBA ' s honorary fraternity and the ultimate honor for an MBA student, are as follows: Jimmy O ' Neill, Mark Armour, Steve Wallace, Erich Groos, Marcel Hawiger, Gene Nelson. Walter Robinson, and Ed Archer. Best wishes and luck to the Class of 78 Everyone then exited the gymnasium onto the front lawn for punch and cookies. The second and final edition of THE BELL RINGER was distributed as the seniors and award winners were congratulated by friends, relatives, and teachers. The Class of ' 78 had more Merit Semi-Finalists and Commendees than probably any other class that will graduate from the Hill. It led our sports teams to successful football, wrestling, cross-country, basketball, and track seasons, while capturing the soccer and baseball state titles and coming in 2nd in tennis. It is a very diverse class with many distinct and unique individuals which added to the personality of the class. Labled by some as irresponsible” and free as the wind”, the Class of ' 78 nevertheless endured the struggles and honored the school with its achievements on its own day of honor. As each MBA senior left the Hill that day, he had become part of MBA and the MBA tradition— and his experience would never leave him. VANDERBILT GEORGIA Steve Hancock (9) TECH (4) Gene Nelson Dee Anderson Tim Kurtz Tim Crenshaw Jack Mitchell YALE (3) Bill Hawkins Robert Haley Mark Armour Kim Justice Jack Patterson Marcel Hawiger Van Krai Jimmy O’Neill David Unn AUBURN (4) Tim Owen Jim Anderson RICE (2) David Schenker Bucky Irwin Alan Hirshberg Jim Stewart Mac McIntosh Paul Stumb Trey Poole VIRGINIA (5) U. OF GA. John Anderson U T (3) Galt Baker Wenning Hardin Bill Anderson Billy O ' Neal Jay Hitt Bill Hobbs Jerry Mace Greg Simpson TULANE Steve Wallace SOUTH- Fred Ayers OLE MISS (6) WESTERN (3) U. PENN Charles Duffey Ed Archer Stan Bernard Bill Elliston Doug Cain Steve Roberts Hunter Hodge U. COLORADO John McWhirter John Dicker Kirk Norling SEWANEE (3) Doug Altenbern Overton Colton DAVID LIPSCOMB HARDING Rand Bouldin Randy Foster Hue Novak Roger Burrus Bill Calton EMORY COLORADO Pete DeLay Chris London STATE Trey Fore Bob Russell Rhea Gustafson WILLIAMS Jeff Haynes Jackson DUKE Robert Holland Galloway David Smith David House Andy Smith BOWDIN TEXAS Andy Taylor Mark Johnson Jeff Speer Lester Turner TRANS- BAYLOR SYLVANIA Tommy Lanham Mark Sullivan U. FLORIDA U N. CAROLINA Chris Milam Garry Zeitlin DARTMOUTH ALABAMA Bill Crenshaw John Neil UNDECIDED PRINCETON (OR HAVE NOT Walter YET NOTIFIED Robinson THE OFFICE) 189 190 I MAIL. 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The low quality of education in Tennessee becomes evident 7— Homecoming— First and last appearance of the MBA Half-time Marching Band 24— First theme back and signed. Stunned students show signs of parent pressure -Influential wrestlers get cheerleaders (Mat Maids). Wrestling instantly becomes a popular spectator sport -DL ' s life is threatened, turns to faculty for protection. 16— Christmas break begins. Santa Claus gives Pete DeLay an extra hand (cuffs) for his dates. Wenning Har- din gets into the spirit of things immediately -Mr Carter is busted!! Dons dark glasses Metro Police don’t know what they’re in for! 3— Return from Christmas holidays Fire wall magically appears in the gym 17— Lizard patrol dragnets campus after 3 escapes discovered. Mid-day exits made impossible (or consid- ered so by most) under new surveillance. . —SNOW Students coming to school at all hours. Students leaving school at all hours. Students not coming to school at all The administration is in a huff. -MORE SNOW Student phone disconnected. . _ . . ro -All tobacco products prohibited on campus like other controlled substances. Bridge Boys charter re- moved as they go undercover at Pot Hollow. —EVEN MORE SNOW. Mass snowball fights everywhere. A ’’snowball” from McWhirter is considered fatal. -Mr Caldwell on the warpath. His Math IV class considered the dumbest in the school -Varsity Soccer Team takes a break from partying to win the state. -EVEN MORE SNOW AGAIN. Shotguns nose out of car windows on Harding Rd. -The Hazards of anti-Semetic fleshpiling are discovered as O’Neal’s air ducts (nostrils) are crushed. 17— Spring Vacation begins. 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NEIL DIAMOND AT LAST We would like to thank: Mrs. Carter for putting up with our new ideas, late deadlines, etc.; Charles Sawyers and Jeff Glezer for fair warning, good training, and needed encouragement; Mr. Benson; Johnny Wagster for the Freshman Wrestling pictures; Delbridge Studios and Mrs. Mason; Mrs. Garriott for taking care of last minute details on deadline days; Porter Durham and Bruce Campbell (the best of luck to you next year); Tom Wood for the Microbe Football pictures; John Anderson for a great job on the sports pages; Trey Fore once again for prompt delivery of pictures before deadlines; Chicken-man for getting the ads done in time enough to save us from a 64 page deadline on May 1st; Jimmy O ' Neill, Rhea Gustafson. David Linn, Steve Hall, and Russ Fine for their outstanding photography work; EAS (WLP) for keeping me company and encouraging me (Steve) to keep going when it seemed that the work would never end; David Schenker and Marcel Hawiger for assistance whenever it was needed; John Dicker, who has practically pitched his tent in the darkroom on weekends, for a fantastic job on pictures; Dr. Crowell for good ideas and suggestions that usually take twice as much work; Bucky Irwin for keeping me (Steve) entertained, relaxed, and into trouble even though there was still lots of work to be done; Kevin Smith, Lisa Sunstead, and Coach Lanier for my action shot (Tim); My mother for some timely typing when Steve had to leave town during an 80 page deadline; Some bozo at Hillwood for totaling my car without damaging the annual supplies that were in it (Tim); Overton Colton for something to laugh at during layout sessions; Mr. Drake for his contribution to the Senior Superlatives section; Mark Armour for limiting the number of newspapers published this year to one, thus enabling me to spend more time on the annual (Tim); The entire student body for providing the subject matter of this book and making the whole thing worthwhile. Todd, Joel, Mr. Natural and other friends for supplying needed goods. 240 9