Morenci High School - Copper Cat Yearbook (Morenci, AZ)

Text from Pages 1 - 128 of the 1986 volume:

WILDCAT ADVENTURE Object of the Game: To experience the activities and challenges necessary to com- plete a year at Morenci High School. '86 COPPER CAT Morcnci High School Stadium Drive, Morenci, AZ 85540 Volume 41 Directions for playing Equipment Needed: Receipt to obtain a copy of the game Pen to keep score Plastic cover to protect your game Autograph sheets for jotting down notes about your progress Playing the Game: Wildcat Adventure may be enjoyed within the privacy of one’s own room or in a crowd of friends. Players must have a willingness and desire to relive the events of the year — the fun, the frustrations, and the hard work. To start the game, each player should select the appropriate class token from the game box — a peanut for the freshmen, a class ring for the sophomores, a prom favor for the juniors, and a graduation hat for the seniors. Players should work their way through the game reliving the seniors’ car rally on the first day of school, the building of the “M”, the rekindling of homecoming bonfires, and a second straight volleyball championship. Game participants may walk with ghosts and goblins at the Halloween Carnival and enjoy the holiday spirit at the annual Christmas dance. Along the way players should take care to avoid the pitfalls of O.C.S. and the consequences of failing an essential skills test, striving instead to make N.H.S. and take the honor road to success. Be the first in your class to reach graduation day and the FINISH line. “The victors are. . . Shelly Bryant and Norman Williams. Mr. Glodis declares the winners of the three-legged race at a pep assembly. After wrapping the M to burn at the homecoming pregame ceremony. Ricar- do Valdez holds as Steve Gojkovlch drives a stake Into the ground to anchor the giant letter. Looking on are Artie Marin, Orlando Abril, Hector Salazar, Daniel Lopez, and Robert Carrasco. 2-Theme Opening Theme Openlng-3 v v o' O d vO V V vv , V A °v v W A JS ® .V cr vO a o' v c V° „ A -. .O J °� V ° v v° ov NOv V’ v% vvy v W w� V •• • Av ; v x ,v A° if v °. 6VV V 4 W. ‘V 4 ®k y .V s v 0' v C,‘ fc o v v Supporting their favorites, Anthony Vasquez, Eric Forstrom, Adam Roman, and Jon Day hold up signs at the first basketball pep assembly of the year. 4-In School STUDENT LIFE Survey shows differences with faculty Si?ctosses0' Fm aS— 6- Flirt with °rk ■ Li ten to to5 1? 10. Or °Jm lock ' mZrdki ™rt,yM,ndoi HOW TO PASS TIME IN O.C.S. 1. Breathe in and out 2. Sleep 3. Eat 4. Listen to Walkman 5. Write notes 6. Plan your revenge 7. Count the holes in the ceiling 8. Doodle 9. Do your work 10. Plan your future—if there is any Fifteen Things to do ot o Stoplight 1. Run it 2. Act cool 3. Flirt with the driver in the next cor A. Rev the engine 5. Look for cops 6. Yawn 7. Read bumper stickers 8. Take a sip of sodo 9. Check the level of gos 10. Change tape or radio station 11. Check your deodorant 12. Kiss your girlfriend or boyfriend 13. Fix your hair 14. Put on makeup 15. Chinese fire drill 6-Student Life Popular styles of the year are modeled by: FRONT ROW: Richard Ruedas, Shelly Bryant. Annette Lizarraga, BACK ROW: Lisa Velasquez. Lorraine Sierra, Debra Patterson. Alma Morales. Jay Petty, Lisa Garrett. A survey of both students and faculty members pro- vided some informative and intersting results. An- swers from the two groups were tabulated separately so that comparisons could be made. The two groups agreed in only two categories: favor- ite television show and pro football team. Bill Cosby was 1 with local TV audiences just as it is throughout the country. “Everybody on the show is funny, especially little Rudy,” commented senior Karen Licano. The detective show, Miami Vice was a popular second place choice. Many students also admitted to watching the cartoon show “Thundercats” after school each day. “America’s team,” the Dallas Cowboys, was the over- whelming favorite pro football team with faculty mem- bers. Although the Cowboys were first among the stu- dents, too, the Chicago Bears were a close second. “The ‘Refrigerator’ is my kind of ball player,” commented Jon Day, referring to the Bears popular 315 rookie, Wil- liam Perry. As a staunch Chicago Bears fan for many years, Mrs. Sandra Hudgens enjoyed kidding all the Cowboy fans after the Bears embarrassed Dallas, 44-0, during the regular season. “I really enjoyed rubbing it in,” admitted Mrs. Hudgens. “I’ve had to put up with all those arro- gant Cowboy fans for years. It was nice to have a chance to get back at them.” Friday was the student’s favorite day of the week. When asked why. Bill Sheridan replied: “Because I get to go out and stay out late.” On the other hand, faculty members preferred Saturdays because ” I’m not at work; I can go shopping instead, said Mrs. Nina Weisl- ing. While students dreamed of owning Porsches, Lam- bourghinis, and Ferraris, faculty members were more practical in their choices of favorite cars. BMW’S, Olds- mobiles, and Pontiacs all tied as favorites. Student Life-7 Sheri Durr Murl Easley Martin Gherna Beth Phelps JUNIOR ROTARIANS Grace Franco ...............................................September Hector Salazar................................................October Beth Phelps .................................................November Martin Gherna ...............................................December Shelly Ruedas................................................ January Murl Easley ................................................ February Annette Rocha...................................................March Daniel Lopez ...................................................April Pam Willard, Peggy Scheier........................................May Proudly receiving her member- ship pin from her father. Bill Rich- ardson, is Kristina Richardson. Galusky returns to give advice Retired teacher Joseph Galusky was the guest speaker at the 46th annual N.H.S. initiation ceremony. Prior to his retirement, Mr. Galusky sponsored the honor society for 25 years. “I really enjoyed his speech,” ad- mitted Annette Rocha following the ceremony, “because it was geared to us as teenagers.” Mr. Galusky used some of his fa- vorite quotes throughout his presen- tation. Especially popular were: “Never let your parents down be- cause they’re the ones who brought you up,” and “Life is like a grinding wheel — it will either grind you down or polish you. It all depends on what kind of metal you’re made of.” Initiates and members were obvi- ously tearful after the ceremony. “Mr. Galusky made us realize how fast time goes by and just how close graduation actually is,” said Beth Phelps. “It hadn’t really hit me until the ceremony that night that my four years at MHS were almost over.” Participants in the evening’s event suffered from forgetfulness. Peggy Scheier forgot her speech and had to make a quick trip home to retrieve it. Murl Easley temporarily forgot the name of the candle he was to light after having just given a five-minute speech about it, and all the boys in- volved in the ceremony forgot their pin or initiate ribbon. Prior to the pinning ceremony on February 18, members asked Mr. Glodis to allow them to have the afternoon instead of the traditional morning off from school. “Everything here in town is closed in the morning, and when we do finally find some- thing to do, it’s time to get back to school,” commented Murl Easley in explaining the members’ reason for requesting the change. Having the entire afternoon avail- able, the group opted to go to Safford where they all met for lunch following several hours of shopping. 8-National Honor Society Junior Rotarians Academic Top 10 Seniors Shelly Ruedas Peggy Scheier Lorraine Varela Pam Willard Former faculty member and sponsor of the National Honor Society. Joseph Ga- lusky. gives a speech at the initiation ceremony. “I love It!” exclaims Mona Sanders as she and fellow initiate Suzie Valdez try on hats while shopping in Safford fol- lowing the pinning ceremony. Top 10 Senlors-9 Orlando Abril Rusty Aker Rudy Andazola Richard Aragon Randy Baca Kerry Barrick On a sign painted by the cheerleaders, varsity football players demonstrate u hat they plan to do to the Clifton Tro- jans. 10-Seniors Frank Benavidez Stephen Biles Steven Brannon Clinton Burke Orlando A. Abril: Baseball 1234, Class B 2nd Team All State 3, B East All Conference 2nd Team 3, B East Honorable Mention 3, George Lopez Award 3, Basketball 1234, Football 234, J.V. MVP 2, Football Home- coming Attendant 2, Letter Club 34. Rusty Aker: Wrestling 12. Rudy Andazola: Class Secretary 4. Football 1234, Track 1234, 1000 Club 34. 1200 Club 4. Football Home- coming Attendant 4, Junior Prom Attendant 3. Letter Club 234. Richard D. Aragon: Football 12, Wrestling 1. Randy C. Baca: Transferred from Silver City 1, Football 4. Kerry Barrick: Transferred from Ajo High School 3. AFS 4. Basketball 3, Volleyball 4. Basketball Sweetheart Attendant 3. Frank P. Benavidez: AFS 234, Pub. Chairman 3, Marching. Concert, Pep Band 1234. Class Representative 4, Drama Club 4, Stage Crew 4. Stephen Bryant Biles: Tennis 1234, Wildcat Achievement 2. Rudy Porras Award 3. Honor Roll 3. Steven E. Bran- non: Copper Cat 1234, Photographer 1234, Drama Club 23, Play Cast 23, Boys State 3, Basketball 13. Football 12. Stats 34. Tennis 1234, Booster Award 2. Wildcat Award 3, Honor Roll 34. Letter Club 234, Quill and Scroll 34. Clinton G. Burke: Football 1234, Wrestling 24. In a class all by themselves It was a spirited group of seniors that started off the year by holding a car rally on the first day of school. “We made all the flowers the week- end before school started,’’ explained Shelly Ruedas. “We had planned to decorate the cars Sunday night, but since it rained everything had to be done quickly Monday morning. We all met at the PD store that morning to put everything on before school start- ed.” Steve Brannon enjoyed getting ready for the car rally commenting: “I thought it was a lot of fun because we got to socialize before our first day of school.” The senior’s main objective for the year was to bring back lost traditions and to revive MHS spirit. “We want- ed to restore the pride Wildcats had in the old building,” remarked class president Beth Phelps. “One of our suggestions was to paint an “M” on a hill by the school,” added Beth. “It was then that Mr. Glodis suggested building the “M” in front of the school.” Plans were also made to have car rallies on Thursday nights after band practice — a tradition that had be- come unpopular following the copper strike in 1983. “We thought enough time had passed that we could start having them again,” said Steve Goj- kovich. “Unfortunately, the police didn’t agree and kept stopping us.” The only wrinkle in the senior’s success was the constant challenge of the junior class. “They always seem to just beat us out in all the competi- tions,” moaned Kerry Barrick. “I get tired of hearing about how great they are.” “I think we’ve come a long way since our freshmen year,” said Phelps. “We’ve accomplished a lot and I’m proud of our unity.” Waving enthusiastically. Anna Navar- rete participates in the senior car rally held on the first day of school. Seniors-ll Cecilia Bustamante Samantha Byrne Robert Carrasco Kent Crotts Cecilia Yvonne Bustamante: AFS 4, Spanish Club 1234, Treasurer 4, SNHS 234, Honor Roll 2. Samantha Jane Byrne: Foreign Exchange Student from Australia 4, AFS 4, Student Council 4. Robert Martin Carrasco: Football 1234, T rack 1234, Wres- tling 1234, All Conference Wrestling 2nd Team, 1000 Club 234, Football Homecom- ing Attendant 4, Junior Prom Attendant 3, Letter Club 234. Kent A. Crotts: Play Cast 23, Football 12. Track 1234. John F. Dominguez: Best of Fair School Art 4 Sheri Denise Durr: AFS 4, Marching. Concert, Pep Band 123, Spanish Club 4, Basketball 2, Track 1234, Track Boosters Award 2, Outstanding Sprinter 3, All State Track Team 3, Honor Roll 123, 1GAA 1234. Murl Daniel Easley: Copper Cat 234, Editor in Chief 4, Subscription Manager 3, French Club 1234, Vice-pres. 3, Anytown 3, Honor Roll 1234, NHS 34, Junior Rotarian 4, Quill and Scroll 34, Earth Science, English I, Alge- bra I, French I. and Typing I Awards 1, Chem. II, English II, Geometry, French II Awards 2, Chem. II and Health Awards 3, Top 10% of Statewide Math Contest 3, Outstanding Junior Scholarship for U of A 3. Crlssie Anna Fencil: Transferred from Baltimore City College 3, AFS 4. Justin Blain Flowers: Marching Band, Concert Band, Pep Band 1234, Drama Club 12, Play Cast 12, Football 1234, Class B Football All Conference Honorable Mention 3, Tennis 1234, Most Improved 2, Wildcat Award 3, Honor Roll 3, Letter Club 234. Grace Fran- co: AFS 1234, Marching Band 12, Class President 3, Copper Cat 1234, Head Pho- tographer 4, Drama Club 123, Stage Crew 23, French Club 34, Officer 4. Student Council 34, President 4, Graduation Com- mitte 4. Football Homecoming Queen 4, Ju- nior Prom attendant 3, Miss Merry Christ- mas Attendant 2, Junior Rotarian 4, Quill and Scroll 34. Steven Boyd Gaethje: AFS 1234, Drama Club 3, Play Cast 3, Stage Crew 2, Baseball Manager 3, Football Man- ager 4 Jason Garcia. Shanna Tan Gash: AFS 1234, Marching and Pep Band 123, Basketball 1234, Most Improved Award 3, Track 123, Volleyball 1234, Letter Club 34, IGAA 34. Mark Gaxiola: Baseball 2, Bas- ketball 1234, Best Free Throw 3, MVP 3, All Conference 1st Team 3. Courier All Star Team 3, EAC All Star Tournament Team 3. Martin J. Gherna: AFS 1234, Vice-pres. 3, Class Secretary 3, Spanish Club 23, Bas- ketball 1, Manager 234, Football Manager 1234, Track 1234, Most Improved 3, Any- town 3, Honor Roll 1234. NHS 34. Junior Rotarian 4. Letter Club 34, SNHS 234, Me- dallion of Merit A.S.U. 3. “Ugh!” snarls Suzle Valdez to Mona Sanders. “Why do we get stuck doing the sophomore section when we're ju- niors?” Undoubtedly one of the best “We did it again!” said excited Copper Cat staff members as they congratulated each other on yet an- other award-winning yearbook. The ’85 edition received a top Medalist ranking from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association and a First Class rating from the national Scholastic Press Association. Top ratings are nothing new for the Copper Cat which has a long record of excellence. With the exception of one second-class rating in 1953, the local yearbook has received either a first class, Medalist, or All-American rating every year since 1950. One area which helps make the Copper Cat such a good book each year is its coverage of the school year in the copy throughout the book. “Writing body copy is the hardest thing to do and I hate it,” admitted staff member Mona Sanders. “What really upsets me, though, is when people don’t read it when the books come in.” 12-Senlors Copper Cat John Dominguez Sheri Durr Murl Easley Crissie Fencil Justin Flowers Grace Franco Steven Gaethje Jason Garcia “Hail the conqueror!” Rene Sandoval towers over fel low freshman Jon Bouriaque at the Copper Cat Initi- ation party. Stephen Gojkovich Charles Guillory Paul Horn Charles Humphrey Joe Imrlch Gerald Ivey David Jackson Karen Licano Not Pictured: Stacey Leatherwood Sam arrives from down under While working at the Student Council booth at the Halloween Carnival, Sam Byrne selects a prize for a lucky winner. The following is a transcript of an interview between Copper Cat staff members and foreign exchange stu- dent Samantha Byrne. Q: We know you are from Australia, but specifically what part of the country do you come from? A: I’m from the capital of Western Australia — Perth City. It is a ma- jor city with a population of a little over one million. Q: Tell us about your family. A: My mom’s name is Shirley and she is the owner of three flower shops. My father, Michael, is su- pervisor for Telecom, a govern- ment company. My brother Na- than is fifteen years old. Q: Is there a big difference between the schools in America and Aus- tralia? A: My school in Australia is much harder. School in Morenci is more fun. There’s not as much aca- demic pressure here. Q: What is your impression of Mor- ' enci? A: Morenci is very quiet compared to the major city I come from, but the people here have been really good to me. Everyone is very cor- dial. Q: How are American boys and Aus- tralian boys different? A: It’s easier to be friends with a guy in Australia than it is here. If you go somewhere with someone in Morenci, everyone thinks you’re going together. In Australia, friends go out together without being romantically involved. Q: What are your hobbies; what do you like to do? A: I like to read, play netball, and softball. Netball is just like basket- ball, but we play it without a back- board. I played first base in soft- ball. Q: What organizations do you be- long to here at school? A: I belong to AFS and Drama Club. Q: Is the food different here? A: I can’t get used to the taste of bread and butter. The food in Australia is much creamier, and we also eat a lot more fresh vege- 14-Seniors Foreign Exchange Student Annette Lizarraga Brian Looby Daniel Lopez Johnny Loya Stephen Vincent Gojkovlch: Baseball 1234. JV MVP 2. Lions Invitational MVP 3. Basketball 1234, Football 1234, All State 3, Second Team All Conference 3, JV MVP 2, Outstanding Receiver 3, 1000 Club 4. Foot- ball Homecoming King 4. Junior Prom At- tendent 3, Letter Club 34. Charles D. Guil- lory: Biology Award 3. Paul Horn. Charles Anthony Humphrey: Marching, Concert. Pep Band 34, Football 4, Track 34. Joe Imrich. Gerald Darren Ivey: Transferred From Ajo High School 4. Honor Roll 4. David Lee Jackson: Transferred From Globe High School 1, Marching, Con- cert, Pep Band 234, Jazz Band 4. Stacey Ramona Leatherwood: Transferred From Ajo High School 3. Karen Ann Licano: Transferred From Clifton High School 4, Volleyball 1. Annette Marie Lizarraga: AFS 2, Marching, Concert. Pep, Jazz Band 12, Copper Cat 124, Photographer 124, French Club 4, Honor Roll 1. Brian D. Looby: Marching, Concert, Pep Band 123, Jazz Band 4. Football 12. Daniel Barrios Lopez: Baseball 1234, All State 1st Team 3, All Conference 1st Team 23, MVP 3. High- est Batting Average 3, Morenci Lions Invita- tional All-Tourney Team 23, Basketball 123, All-State Honorable Mention 3, All Conference 1st Team 3, Captains Award 3, Wildcat Award 3, Frosh MVP 1. EAC All- Tourney Team 3, Football 234, All-State 1st Team Defense 3, All-State 2nd Team Of- fense 3, All Conference 1st Team 3. Most Yardage 3, Football Homecoming Attendant 34, Junior Prom Attendant 3. Johnny Loya Jr.: Baseball 123, Basketball 1234, Football 234, All Conference 2nd Team Of- fense 3. All Conference 2nd Team Defense 3. tables and fruit. We snack a lot less, too — no chips or sodas. We do have a few Mexican restau- rants — they’re gaining in popu- larity. Everyone eats tacos even in Australia. Q: How do people in your country celebrate Christmas? A: Christmas in Australia is in the middle of summer and it is hot instead of cold. We lay by the pool instead of playing in the snow. We eat cold meat and sal- ads instead of turkey, ham, and mashed potatoes. Q: Is the music here in the U.S. dif- ferent from what teenagers listen to in Australia? A: Yes, all Australian music is about six months behind music in the States, and no one listens to heavy metal music. Our music is a lot easier to dance to. Q: What is the beach like in Austra- lia? A: It’s beautiful! The sand is very white and the water is very blue. There’s fantastic surfing and the beach is always full of people. Q What are some Australian slang expressions and what do they mean? A: “Giday” means good day, “how ya goin mate’’ means how’s it go- ing friend, and “ta-ta’’ means Goodbye. Q: What different kinds of animals do you have in Australia that we don’t have? A: We have kangaroos, koalas, platypus, and wombats. Q: What’s the difference in the sea- sons and the weather? A: December 1st is summer, March 1st is autumn, May 1st is winter, and September 1st is spring. “Slow down!” yells Sam Byrne as she and Brian Looby take off In the three- legged race at a pep assembly. Foreign Exchange Student Seniors-15 Suzanne Mitchell Debbie Molina Anna Navarrete Irma Paz Stanley Paz Rebecca Peru Beth Phelps Steve Quiroz Initiate Mona Sanders lights her S.N.H.S. membership candle as Elisa Borjon, Peggy Scheier, and Hector Sala- zar watch the proceedings. Chapters observe anniversaries Two local honor societies cele- brated anniversaries at their 1986 spring initiation banquets. Spanish National Honor Society, founded at MHS in 1966 to honor students achieving high academic standards in Spanish II and III, completed its 20th year. Quill and Scroll, an inter- national honor society for high school journalists, celebrated the 30th year of its charter at Morenci. A special guest at the S.N.H.S. banquet was Mr. Philip Berra, son of Rose Berra, after whom the local chapter was named. “Mrs. Berra was a Spanish teacher at Morenci High School in the late 40’s and the 50’s before succumbing to a coma which caused her to be hospitalized for more than twenty years.” ex- plained Mr. Ralph Lara, faculty sponsor. “Her son Philip, a 1960 MHS graduate, presently serves as the assistant principal at Trevor Browne High School in Phoenix.” The ten initiates at the Quill and Scroll ceremony gave the local chapter a total of 187 members, past and present. Previous members include students who worked on the newspaper, the “Wildcat,” in the 60’s and 70’s. The majority, howev- er, are staff members who worked on the many award-winning Copper Cat yearbooks. At the banquet held at Greenlee Country Club, senior members put candles on “anniversary pies” and led initiates and guests in a verse of “Happy Anniversary”. 16-Seniors S.N.H.S. Quill Scroll Julie Reyes Annette Rocha Francie Rodriguez Robert Rodriguez Arturo Anthory Marin: Football 134, Manager 2, Track 12, 1000 Club 234, Ju- nior Prom Attendant 3, Letter Club 4. Deana Fajardo Martinez: AFS 4, March- ing, Concert, Pep Band 1234, Jazz Band 3, Class Treasurer 2, Drama Club 1234, Stage Crew 123, Spanish Club 4, Basketball 2, Track 134, Outstanding Distance Runner 3, 1GAA 1234. Kristi Lynn Merino: AFS 124, Marching Band 1, Drama Club 12, Spanish Club 4, Twirler 1, Basketball 1234, Track 1234, Volleyball 1234, IGA A 1234. Suzanne Denise Mitchell: Transferred from Pueblo H.S. 2. Debbie Frances Mo- lina: Transferred from Sunnyside H.S. 2. Anna Marie Navarrete: AFS 4, Marching, Concert, Pep Band 1, Class Rep 1. Basket- ball 34, Volleyball 1234, Captain’s Award 3, 1st Team All Conference 3, Wildcat Award 3, IG 234. Irma Adriana Paz: AFS 234, Marching and Pep Band 12, Drama Club 123, Stage Crew 123, Spanish Club 12, Tennis 1234, Most Improved 3, IGAA 234, Art Academic Medal 2. Stanley Anthony Paz: AFS 3, Honor Roll 234, Practical Eng- lish, Art and Applied Math Academic Medal 3, S.F.Y.A. Academic Medal 2. Rebecca Ann Peru: AFS 1234. Class Rep 13, Cop- per Cat 123, Student Council 123, Basket- ball 1234, Co-MVP 2, MVP 3. 1st Team B- East All Conference 23, Track 123, Class B All State 400-meters Relay Team 3, Volley- ball 1234, Class B All State 3. Class A Divi- sion B All State Co-Captain 4, MVP 3, Foot- ball Homecoming Attendant 3, Junior Prom Attendant 3. Beth Leanne Phelps: AFS 1234, President 3, Marching and Pep Band 1234, Concert Band 3, Whiskers 4. Class Rep 3, Vice President 3, President 4. Drama Club 1234, President 234, Play Cast 13, French Club 34, Student Council 34. Flag Co-Captain 23, Flag Captain 4, Football Homecoming Attendant 4, Junior Prom At- tendant 3. Basketball Sweetheart Attendant 13, Anytown 3, Honor Roll 1234, NHS 34, Junior Rotarian 4. Steve Quiroz: Julie Ann Reyes: AFS 234, Chairman 4. Drama Club 234, Play Cast 3, Stage Crew 2, French Club 34; Spanish Club 4. Annette Cervantez Rocha: Marching Band 1, Class Rep 4, Copper Cat 1234, Sophomore Sec- tion Ed 23, Senior Section Ed 4, Student Council 4, Spanish Club 34, Vice President 4, Graduation Committee 4. Basketball 3, Track 1234, 400-meters State Champ 3, Wildcat Award 2, Track High Point Girl 3, All State Track Team 3, Volleyball 1234, MVP 3, Football Homecoming Attendant 4, Junior Prom Attendant 3, Basketball Sweet- heart Attendant 13, Anytown 3, Honor Roll 1234, NHS 34. Junior Rotarian 4, IGAA 1234, Quill and Scroll 34, SNHS 4, DAR Award 4, Spanish I Award 3. Francie Lynn Rodriguez: AFS 1234. Vice President 24, Secretary 3, Marching, Concert, and Pep Band 1234, Class Rep 234, Secretary 1, Copper Cat Photographer 1234, Student Council 1234, Drum Majorette 4, Rock Band 34, Tennis 13. Junior Prom Attendent 3, Quill and Scroll 34. Robert Adrian Ro- driquez: Transferred from Mesa H.S. 2. The top two ranking senior� in S.N.H.S., Martha Gonzales and Carol Mena, ob- serve Mr. Philip Berra as he cuts the first piece of cake celebrating the 20th anniversary of the local chapter. Mr. Berra is the son of Rose Berra after whom the chapter was named. Senlors-17 Michelle Ruedas Chris Saiz Hector Salazar Maurice Sandoval Michelle Marie Ruedas:AFS 4, Class Re- presentative 2, Treasurer 4, Student Coun- cil 2, Copper Cat 1234, Class Layout Editor 234, Basketball 12. Volleyball 1234, Tennis 34, Football Homecoming Attendant 4, Ju- nior Prom Attendant 3, Basketball Sweet- heart Attendant 3, Honor Roll 1234, Junior Rotarian 4, IGAA 4, Quill and Scroll 34. Chris F. Saiz: Football 2, Track 134, Wres- tling 1234, First Team Conference 3, Letter Club 234. Hector Lopez Salazar: Class Representative 14, Spanish Club 1234, Bas- ketball 1234, Football 1, Track 1234, All Conference Track 1234, All State Track 1234, Luke Greenway Meet of Champs 1234, 1600 Meter Champion 34. Football Homecoming Attendant 1, Junior Prom At- tendant 3, Junior Rotarian 4, Letter Club 1234. SNHS 34. Maurice Joseph Sando- val: Football 234, Wrestling 234, Letter Club 4. Peggy Maureen Scheier: AMUN 234, AFS 2, Chess Team 1234, Drama Club 234, Playcast 3, Stage Crew 234, French Club 1234, Secretary 3, Treasurer 3 Spanish Club 234, Science Club 1, Girls 3, Spanish Club 234, Science Club 1. Girls State 3, Honor Roll 1234, NHS 34, Junior Rotarian 4, SNHS 34, Spanish I Award 2, Spanish II Award 3, English III Award 3, Woodsman of the World Award 4. Nikki Lynn Stoner: Marching Band 1234, Con- cert Band 123, Pep Band 123, Track 2, Manager 3, Honor Roll 234, IGAA 234. Jennifer Thomas: Marching Band 12. Concert Band 12. Sean Tripp. Gary Allen Tucker: Football 23, Track 1. Gloria Valdez: Cheerleader 123, Basketball Sweetheart Attendant 3, Miss Merry Christmas 4. Ricardo Valdez: Base- ball 234, Basketball 23, Football 1234, Wrestling 1. Junior Prom King 3, Letter Class Representative 23, Vice-Pres. 4, French Club 34, Spanish Club 1234, Presi- dent 4, Tennis 234, Volleyball 134, JV MVP 3, Honor Roll 123, IGAA 34, SNHS 234, Survival Award 3. Thomas Allan Vaughn. Erma Rojas Villagomez: AFS 1234, Class Representative 23, President 1, Stu- dent Council 1234, Secretary 4, Spanish Club 4, Graduation Committee 4, Basketball 1234, Volleyball 1234, Football Homecom- ing Attendant 1, Junior Prom Queen 3, IGAA 234. Pamela Lee Willard: AMUN 34, AFS 2, Marching Band 123, Concert Band 12, Pep Band 12, Chess Team 1234, Copper Cat 1234, Editor-in-Chief 4. Busi- ness Manager 2, Managing Editor 3, Drama Club 234, Play Cast 3, Stage Crew 23, French Club 1234, President 3, Spanish Club 4, Secretary 4, Science Club 1. Girls State 3, Honor Roll 1234, NHS 34, Junior Rotarian 4, Quill and Scroll 34, SNHS 4, English III Award 3, NAU Outstanding Ju- nior Award 3. Brenda Marie Zevallos: Transferred from Ajo High School 4, AFS 4, Volleyball 4. The start of something big In training for his meet in Germany, Hector Salazar is timed by track coach Dave Woodall. Running has provided senior Hec- tor Salazar with a great deal of recog- nition during the past four years. His ability as a runner was acknowledged last summer by the California-based International Sports Exchange who selected Hector to compete on their team of outstanding high school ath- letes from throughout the country. Hector and his teammates spent ten days in West Germany, during which time they competed in a variety of athletic events in Cologne. They also toured Berlin and Frankfort. Morenci has come to expect major accomplishments from Hector as he has won gold medals in state track competition for three years, in addi- tion to his first place finish at the Luke Greenway Meet of Champions last spring. Hector’s performance in West Germany was no exception as he competed in the 1500-meter run twice and won a first both times. What was Hector’s impression of West Germany? “Everything was so green,’’ he commented. “It was quite a change from Morenci. I really liked the country but the food wasn’t that great. I’m used to my mom’s chila- cas.’’ Following graduation from high school, Hector hopes to attend the University of Arizona on a track scholarship. His dream is to run at the ’88 Olympics. 18-Seniors Salazar Peggy Scheler Nikki Stoner Jennifer Thomas Sean Tripp Gary Tucker Gloria Valdez Ricardo Valdez Lorraine Varela Thomas Vaughn Erma Villagomez Pamela Willard Brenda Zevallos In his room at home. Hector displays some of the many plaques, trophies and medals he has won over the past four years. His track career started In sev- enth grade when he participated In “Field Day” at Fairbanks Middle School. Seniors Salazar-19 c New classes prepare seniors with job entry skills, artists paint festive holiday scenes, home economics students receive tips on grooming, writers enter contests, and French 11 students sample escargots. I---------------------------------------------------1 Adding some final touches to the I Santa Claus he painted on a win- dow by the office is Randy Baca. ■ Art students painted Christmas ■ scenes on windows of all business- es in the community. Creating a festive holiday I mood throughout the town, members of Mrs. Willard’s art classes painted holiday scenes | on windows of local businesses. “The students painted whatever | they wanted unless there was a special request from a mer- | chant,” explained Mrs. Willard. Starting with the windows at | the PD Mercantile store, stu- dents worked as a group for | more than 30 hours to create the festive scenes. “It was a la- | bor of love,” said Mrs. Willard. “The kids really enjoyed doing | it and took pride in their work.” I___________________________________I “What season am I?” asks Shelly Rue- das as she holds a color fan next to her face. Shelly was taking part in a color draping session In her office procedures class. 20-Academic Affairs In order to meet the required com- petencies established by the state de- partment of education, a new two- hour class entitled “Office Proce- dures” was initiated in the business education department. “The department is trying to meet the requirements for vocational certi- fication,” explained instructor Sandra Hudgens. “The new office proce- dures course provides a setting where the majority of the required compe- tencies can either be covered or rein- forced.” Meeting during both third and fourth periods, the class of ten senior girls learned to operate a variety of office machines, reviewed English and punctuation skills, and studied filing systems and word processing. Tours were taken to businesses in both Clif- ton and Morenci where students were able to see much of the equipment they had read about actually being used in the workplace. The girls also got some “hands on” experience after being shown how to run some of this equipment. “If only I don’t look at them, maybe they won’t taste so bad,” says Annette Llzarraga. As Grace Franco looks on, Annette reluctantly prepares to sample the escargots prepared by Mr. Washing- ton In his French class. After obtaining two cans of expen- sive escargots, Mr. John Washington prepared the delicacy for his stu- dents. “Dianne Hartley’s grandmoth- er Went to France last summer and she brought them back to me,” ex- plained Mr. Washington. “1 wanted to expose my students to something typically French.” And what was his students reaction to tasting the snails for the first time? “They weren’t good but they weren’t bad either,” commented Julie Reyes. As part of a unit on grooming, stu- dents in Mrs. Weisling’s home eco- nomics classes received a demonstra- tion on hair styles and hair care from cosmotologist Anna Morton. Using two volunteers from each class, Mrs. Morton discussed the best hair styles according to an individual’s face shape. “I really liked the style she cut my hair in,” admitted Helen Garcia afterwards. “I’m going to try and keep it cut that way.” As part of a demonstration of hair styles for young people, Jason Medina re ceives a haircut from cosmotologist Anna Morton in his Home Ec. I class. Short stories, essays and po- ems from Mr. Virgil Cork’s ju- nior English classes were submit- ted to literary contests through- out the Southwest. “Making stu- dents aware that their work might be submitted to a contest seemed to motivate them in their writing,” admitted Mr. Cork. Although winners would not be announced until sometime during the spring, Mr. Cork was confident many of his students would receive recognition. “I’m receiving th§ best overall work this year that has ever been done in any of my classes,” said Mr. Cork. “These kids can real- ly write.” Academic Affairs-21 J� H Aguilar Julia Bakar Chad Bataa Rick Bandal Kacy Brown Shally Bryant Preparing to assemble the class float. James Moreno sweeps out the truck while Anthony Murillo and Raul Dayao add some more paint to a column. Proud representatives of the Junior class for homecoming are Sandy Ca- siano and Richard Ruedas. Spelling success-J- U-N-I-O-R-S “North, south, east, west, 87 is the BEST!” Throughout the year, the juniors did their best to live up to their class yell. “We’ve got great participation,” bragged class president Suzie Valdez. “We average at least half our mem- bers at class meetings — and that’s un- usual” Float competition was revived for the ’85 football homecoming festivi- ties. “We had never made a float be- fore,” commented Dodi Stout, “and it was more work than we expected, but we had a blast.” The juniors were rewarded for their efforts with a first place finish in the competition and a $25 prize that helped to cover expenses. “Our vic- tory was even sweeter because we beat the seniors,” remarked Shelly Bryant. To add a little excitement to their fund-raising activities for the year, the class decided to hold a car wash con- test between the guys and the girls. The plan called for the two car wash- es to be held on consecutive week- ends with the losing group buying so- das for the winning group. “Having a contest gave us great incentive to work hard,” admitted Jay Petty. “Plus,” added Richard Ruedas, “we wanted to beat the girls because the winning group was promised their pic- ture in the paper.” The boys had one of the most suc- cessful car washes ever, raising al- most $150. Unfortunately, the girls were unable to compete the following weekend due to rain. Numerous con- flicting events for several weeks final- ly caused the girls’ part of the contest to be postponed until the spring. 22-Juniors Julie Carr Sandy Caalano Libby CIiivm Jannete Clark Jamas Cooper Jon Day Real Dayao Teresa Dayao Nona Dominguez Christina Dunagan Alex Florez Eric Forstrom Cara Garcia Llaa Garrett Conversing at their lockers between classes on “Clash Day” are Lisa Taylor and Anita Withrow. Juniors-23 Kim Macs Dlno Marlines Denise Molina Brian Montoya James Moreno Anthony Murillo Debra Patterson (Ida Pedrosa Dawn Pcctc Monica Pena Laura Peres Jay Petty Michelle Ray Kellie Rhodes Kristina Richardson Crts Roblllard Adam Roman Richard Rucdas Tracy Rucdas Mona Sanders Toni Scroggins Bill Sheridan Lorraine Sierra James Spencer The varsity cheerleaders strike a non- chalent pose while performing a skit at the first pep assembly of the year. The entertainers Include: Lisa Garrett, Becky Tellez, Kathy Verdugo, Suzie Valdez, Sandy Caslano, and Kristina Richardson. Leading the seniors in their part of the student body wave cheer at a pep as sembly are Sandy Caslano and Becky Tellez. 24-Juniors Cheerleaders Dodl Stout Um Taylor B«cky Tallas Tim Titckar Stava Tamar Susla Valdai Jon Varala Anthony Vasquas Sally Vaga Kathy Vardago Kim Waldorf Tammy Waldorf La alia Wabb Norman Williams Anita Withrow Amy Wood Ernie Zavalloa School-Home Sweet Home “Two bits, four bits cheer for the Cats.” The varsity cheerleaders spent numerous hours every week practicing their cheers and preparing locker cards and other spirit boosters for the teams. “Cheering is a twenty- four-hour-a-day experience,” summa- rized Sandy Casiano. “What with be- ing here at 7:30 a.m. to put up locker cards, and staying until 5:30 or 6 at night to practice, school becomes a second home.” Preparation for the year started early. The varsity squad spent their summer vacation in the high school hallway preparing for camp. “Com- ing back to school wasn’t as exciting for us as the rest of the students,” commented Suzie Valdez, “because it seemed like we had never left.” All their hard work proved worth- while, however, as the girls brought home several ribbons from the cheer- leading camp they attended in Pres- cott. Special recognition went to Becky Tellez and Lisa Garrett for their display of spirit throughout the four-day camp. “I really enjoyed meeting so many girls and learning all about cheering —but they sure worked us hard!” reminisced Kristina Richardson. By the second day of camp, the whole squad was suffering from sunburn and strained muscles. As a result, the cheers adopted a motto —“No pain, no gain!” In October, the squad traveled to Tucson for a cheer clinic and compe- tition sponsored by the U of A cheer- leaders. Competing against 20 squads from around the state, the local group placed second in the standings. “We really did well considering all the big- ger schools that were there,” re- marked Lisa Garrett. “We learned several new cheers which we were able to start using immediately.” Despite all the hard work through- out the year, there were definite ad- vantages to cheering. The girls en- joyed traveling with the teams even though “ I feel like I’m moving every time we go out of town!” ex- claimed Kathy Verdugo. “Once I get my uniform, megaphone, poms, and cheer bag together, it takes two trips to get everything from the school to the van or bus.” How would the girls sum up their cheerleading experience? “It’s worth every minute we spend, because we LOVE the Wildcats.” Clash Day” during Spirit Week pro- vides Kristina Richardson, Suzie Val- dez, and Lisa Garrett with a chance to wear some wild combinations. Juniors Cheerleaders-25 Nancy Gonzalea Sherry Gray Dorl Hale Lori Hale Attired in a trenchcoat and sneakers, David Gonzales has a rather strange idea of what to wear on Dress-up Day during Spirit Week. His outer garments were only a part of his outfit as shown when he “flashed his admirers. Sophomores 26- Shelly Harper San Horn Jacqueline Johns Marly Johneon David Lakey Phillip Lucero Fella Macias Eddie Martlnex Jason Medina Ralph Mendcx Jackie Merino Melanie Merrill It's not easy being a sophomore What’s wrong with the sophomore class? “What isn’t?” was the question more often asked by juniors and sen- iors. The class of ’88 took a lot of teas- ing for their perpetual last place finish in spirit competitions, number of stu- dents making the honor roll, and overall participation in school activi- ties. All kidding aside, the class had defi- nite problems. Most class members blamed their student leaders for the problems incurred by the class. Ac- cording to Ginger Wiley, “If our presi- dent and vice-president don’t like what someone else suggests, they just go off on their own and do what they want.” “We’re not all together,” added Alma Morales. “When we have meet- ings, very few people go. If they do attend, they don’t pay attention.” Jennifer Thompson also felt lack of attention was a problem. “Our presi- dent appears to be reluctant to take charge at class meetings. I guess he’s afraid he’ll lose friends.” Class president Fudi Pena admitted there were problems. “There are lots of clowns but not too many people willing to work. We have trouble de- ciding anything as a class because people argue all the time or never show up at the meetings. We had a bake sale at the beginning of the year but only 15 kids brought anything. The only good money-maker we’ve had was the 250 Wildcat pins we sold in less than a week.” “Yea Sophomores!” yell some enthusi astic class members as they show their pride at the Homecoming bonfire. Football Homecoming attendants for the sophomore class are Melanie Merrill and Felix Macias. Sophomores-27 Leslie Mitchell Alma Morales Judy Moreno Kyle Morgan Leroy Morgan Kelly Morton Kim Munoz Tabbie O'Coyne Michelle Padilla Clifford Peete Fudi Pena Bobby Joe Perez “Charge!” yell members of the “Pride” band as they help cheer the Wildcats to a victory during football season. Percussionist Deanna Martinez holds the symbol steady as David Gonzales does a roll In the band’s half time per- formance at the Willcox game. Rise and shine band members “If only we didn’t start so early every morning, I would enjoy band even more,” remarked freshman Ann Annis. Her sentiments were echoed by other band members who were tired of the early morning band prac- tices that started in August and didn’t end until November when marching season was over. Band members were proud of the results of their long practice, howev- er. The “Pride” competed in the Pa- rade of Champions in Las Cruces, New Mexico, placing second in their class of seven bands. They also com- peted in the Eastern Arizona College competition where the band received a “superior” rating. In late September, plans called for the band to march in the Greenlee County Fair parade. Immediately fol- lowing the parade, the group was to travel to Thatcher to perform at the football game between Thatcher and Morenci. Although the band made the trip to both places, rain prevented them from actually marching or even playing. “The trip was very disap- pointing to us,” claimed majorette Kim Waldorf. “We had really looked forward to performing after all the long practices,” added Dianne Hart- ley. “It seemed like all our time had been for nothing.” 28-Sophomores “Prlde” Band Richard Perry Christina Pingleton Micah Ray David Reed Vicente Reyna John Rodriquez Darren Sanders Richard Sandoval Dusty Sharp Leslie Terry Larry Thomas Jennifer Thompson Flavio Trampp Maria Valdez Rene Varela Lisa Velasquez Kristina Webb Ginger Wiley Majorette Kim Waldorf awaits her cue while performing to the musical selec- tion “Run to You” at a football game. “It’s more than a mouth full!” claims sophomore Hector Acuna as he tries to sample the new MCD.L.T. Hector, along with the rest of the band, had stopped for dinner after performing at the Pa- rade of Champions in Las Cruces. Sophomores “Pride” Band-29 Richard Andrrton Ann Annla Heather Arm Jody Baray Rachel Bates Tina Bendel Kelly BoffCM Natalie Boling Joel Bourlaque Jonathan Bourlaque Melody Brannon Shanna Brinkley Following Instructions from the seniors, Kathy Ramirez. Jody Baray. Mario Me- dina, Detdre Peete. and Terl Roblllard perform air-raids in front of the PD store following the homecoming pep rally. Hi, my name Is Chubby. Tina Bendel entertains friends with her hilarious Chubby routine. Approximately ' 30 freshmen turned out on Saturday, November 23, to paint the newly constructed M in front of the gym. Using brooms and 20 gallons of paint, the freshmen attempted to cov- er the 50’ by 50’ block letter made out of boulders with its first coat of white paint. “We thought it was going to take forever,” admitted Ginny Kelso, “but we did it in only an hour. We had to stop after that because we ran out of paint.” While waiting for their early lunch of hot dogs and chips provided by student council members, faculty member John Lechtenberger led the frosh in a rousing rendition of “Boom Hey.” “I learned the activity at a state student council convention I at- tended,” explained Mr. Lechten- berger. “The students are divided into two groups and each group tries to outyell the other group when the leader signals. The kids get a big kick out of it because they never know when they’re supposed to yell.” Ac- cording to Melody Brannon, “the best part was watching Mr. Lechten- berger’s enthusiastic motions as he di- rected us.” Taking only three nights to com- plete, the freshman class entry in the float competition at homecoming won second place. “We worked up to the last minute the night of the game,” admitted Natalie Boling, “but we got it done.” 30-Freshmen Race Collier Kirby Comaduran Patty Dunagan Edward Dunham Valeria Echave Richard Falcon Mlml Fencll Matthew Foretrom Mellaaa Gacthje Ryan Gale Bootle Garcia Tonna Gaah James Glacolettl Becky Gonzales Edward Gonzales Gilbert Gonzales Monica Gonzales Sandra Gonzales Not Plctured: Shane Dunagan Buck Wrlston Mark Zale Painting the rocks which form the “M” in front of the school are Ray Vega, Mat- thew Forstrom, Tina Bendel, and Nat- alie Boling. Representing the freshman class at homecoming are Nellie Aguilar and Jerod Aker. Freshmen 31 Brad Goodwin Greg Gordon Scan GraanwaU Jo Griffin Harold Halna Ginny Kalao Danny Leyvaa Patrick Martlnai Mario Medina Darrah Milligan Jackie Moffett Pam Morgan Mai Mullen Roy Mulleneaur Jamei Manor Ale i Ollvae Jenevleve Orona Deldre Peete Jimmy Price Kathy Ramlrer David Reyea Shane Roblllard Terl Roblllard John Roman Kathy Sale Rene Sandoval Jaaon Schern Tamara Sherrell Shawn Smith Jaaon Stacy Sherrell spells her way to D.C. At the awards banquet held to honor the top eight spellers at the National Spell- ing Bee, Tamara is introduced as the sixth place winner. Years of study paid off as freshman Tamara Sherrell won a second con- secutive trip to Washington, D.C., in June of ’85 to compete in the Na- tional Spelling Bee where she finished sixth out of 168. Tamara dominated the county spelling bees by winning the annual event for three straight years. “I felt a lot of pressure last year,” confessed Tamara. “Everyone seemed to think I could do it again, but I wasn’t so sure.” For a short while, Tamara actually thought she had lost the county meet. She explained: “There was a word misspelled on the judges’ list. When I spelled it correctly, the judges all shook their heads indicating I was wrong. Fortunately, the error was soon brought to their attention and the meet continued.” Plans were made for Tamara and her entire family to travel to Washing- ton for the national spelling bee in early June. “We were all excited about going since only my mom and I went the first year. There were sever- al places we wanted to go back to see — the National Zoo, the Air and Space Museum, and the Natural His- tory Museum. The best part though was riding on the Metro subway.” Now that Tamara’s in high school, will she miss the spelling bee? “No!” she stated emphatically. “I’m glad it’s over and I don’t have to study for it this year. Also, I’m tired of just being known as the spelling bee person.” 32-Freshmen Sherrell Travis Strom James Swssnay Paul Trujillo Chris Vsldcz Mark Vsllejo Jeremy Vanegas Robbia Varsla Ray Vega Kim Wehrs David Willard Shannon Williams Robert Wunsh One of the stops on the Sherrell agenda was the Hart Building where Tamara and sister Katie visited with Arizona Senator DeConclni. Pitching horseshoes at the National Spelling Bee picnic, Tamara aims for the stake. Freshmen Sherrell-33 Dave Lindquist Roger Munoz Tom Navarrete Larry Roche Ken Scheier Edward Bouriaque Virgil Cork Roy Faulkner Noralea Gale Sandra Hudgens Bruce Klnneberg Ralph Lara John Lechtenberger Doing some fancy dance steps. Mr. Bill Senne tries to dodge a water balloon at the ’85 Junior Olympics as Mr. Larry Roche looks on. No thrills in essential skills “Essential skills.” The phrase soon filled teachers’ and students’ hearts alike with dread. The skills for required courses were a new mandate of the Arizona Department of Education. Teachers throughout the district devised com- petencies, activity guides, and tests during the 84-85 school year. These were then implemented into the local curriculum for a trial run this year before the state actually required their use in 86-87. Students must pass the tests in or- der to receive credit in a particular subject. This means many tests had to be given over and over until students finally received the necessary percent required for passing. “The record keeping is overwhelming,” com- plained social studies teacher Bill Senne. “American Problems has the highest number of skills (52) required in the high school and the task of recording all the scores is consuming an enormous amount of extra time.” Most teachers felt there was an in- equity in the way the number of skills was distributed. As English teacher Virgil Cork explained: “The social studies department has a total of 65 altogether, whereas the science de- partment only has four. In English, we have 30 required skills and math has 22.” How do the students feel about the tests? “I don’t think you could print what most people are saying about essential skills,” remarked senior Murl Easley. Shelly Ruedas agreed adding, “We seniors just wish they had waited until next year to start giving them. It’s not that the tests are so hard, but the pressure of having to pass makes them more difficult.” 34-Faculty Kelly Sears William Senne Ann Thornton Gary Walton John Washington Nina Weisllng Dwayne Willard Linda Willard Letter club sponsor Coach Tom Navar- rete advertises his wares at a table set up in the football stadium. Club mem- bers Dlno Martinez and Martin Gherna help Coach Navarrete sell tickets for the jacket being raffled to raise money for camp scholarships. Students weren’t the only ones with paws on their faces the day of the Cllf- ton-Morenci football game. Lorraine Varela applies the Cat’s logo to Mr. Roy Faulkner, a teacher In the business de- partment. Faculty-35 Sue Filleman - High School Secretary Maureen Windsor - High School Secretary Kathleen Hill - School Nurse Rosalie Gilliland - Administrative Office Staff Becky Navarrete - Administrative Office Staff Carol Navarrete - Administrative Office Staff Jean Ruedas - Administrative Office Staff I surrender! yells Coach Jack Edens after receiving a pie in the face from cheerleader Kathy Verdugo. To the de- light of the student body, both Mr. Edens and Mrs. Gale participated in the pie throwing skit at a pep assembly. Hauling rocks Instead of sleeping late on a Saturday morning in September, are principal John Glodis and students Paul Horn, Hector Salazar, and Joel Bourlaque. Mr. Glodis, along with many students, spent two Saturdays gather- ing and stacking rocks to form a giant “M in front of the school. 36-Administration Staff School leadership on a daily basis is provided by: FRONT ROW: John Glodls, Principal. BACK ROW: Tom Powers, Vice Principal and Athletic Director; and Jack Edens. Guidance Counselor. School board members Larry Ross. Bill Richardson, and Hector Ruedas are re- sponsible for setting the policies gov- erning the operation of the district. Managing the administrative duties of the district are David Woodall, Director of Special Services; Gilbert Welsllng, Assistant Superintendent; and Tony Boling. Superintendent. Principals spearhead project For many years, it has been a tradi- tion in Arizona for schools to paint their initial on a hillside overlooking their campus. Mr. Glodis and Mr. Powers came up with the idea of building an “M” out of rocks instead of painting a letter. “We looked all around the high school for a place to put it,” com- mented Mr. Powers. “We wanted to be able to see it from the football field and finally decided it would look best in front of the gym.” Mr. Walton’s advanced math class undertook the project of surveying the area and deciding on the actual size of the giant letter. The math stu- dents plotted the area with string and then swept away all the gravel where the letter would go. Students then brought their pickups and hauled rocks from the surrounding moun- tains. Mr. Glodis was not only present to supervise everyone as the “M” was built, but he pitched in and carried some of the biggest boulders. “I want- ed to have something the student body could be proud of,” replied Mr. Glodis when asked about his reasons for undertaking the project. “I want our traditions here in this building to be even better than they were on the ‘Hill.’ Administration Staff-37 WATCH Excited about a new location for the site of a picture, Mrs. Hudgens agreed to the seniors’ idea of photo- graphing the class officers on top of the goal posts. After getting a tall ladder from one of the custodians, the students climbed up and started inch- ing their way out to make room for everyone. “I got a little nervous when the goal post started to wobble as the kids worked their way out,” admitted Mrs. Hudgens later. After the picture was taken, Mrs. Hudgens instructed the seniors to climb down — slowly! Concerned about their safety, she forgot to check behind her and fell over a camera case as she was backing up. “Natural- ly everyone burst out laughing as I ’sat’ there on the ground,” admitted Mrs. H. “Next time, I’ll look first be- fore backing up.” All Wrapped Up An experienced teacher, Mr. Roy Faulkner usually doesn’t have prob- lems like the one that occurred in his computer science class at the begin- ning of the year. According to Mr. Faulkner, he just happened to glance back at the projector while showing a film. “Was 1 surprised to discover the film wasn’t winding up on the takeup reel. Instead it was laying all over the table and back of the projec- tor.” “It was so funny.” said Pam Willard. “I think he was kind of flus- tered because he forgot to turn off the projector. He and Flavio Trampp were trying to wind up the film while the projector was still running.” “I was really embarrassed!” ad- mitted Mr. Faulkner. “There I was trying to impress my new class and fouling up the film was not the way to do it.” An embarrassed Mr. Roy Faulkner tries to untangle the mounds of film that stacked up when the takeup reel failed to operate in his computer science class. 38-Embarrasslng Moments Bad Day at the Track The rolling typewriter chairs in publications, combined with the tile floor in the machines room next door, present an almost irresistible urge to any red-blooded, adventuresome MHS male. Thus it wasn’t hard to understand why Chris Hughes couldn’t resist the desire to play Indy 500 one day when Mrs. Hudgens was absent. His fun came to an abrupt halt, however, when the chair hit the metal strip sep- arating the carpet in the pub room from the tile in the machines room. “I kind of wiped out,” confessed Chris afterwards. “I guess I’ll have to change my race course.” o you It could happen to you. _ • „ JVf School's Most Embarrassing Toilet Seat Coper Copper Cat yearbook members love to tease new freshman staffers with their toilet seat pass trick. Fresh- men are told they must carry the toi- let seat, a souvenir from the old high school, as a pass through the halls if they ever leave the classroom. That explains why James Giacoletti was carrying the toilet seat while on his way to the guidance office early in the year. Confronted by a custodian in the hall, James was asked to ex- plain where he had gotten the seat. “He asked me if I had taken it from one of the restrooms,” said an upset James. “That wasn’t the worst part though. There were about seven sen- ior football players in the office when I walked in with the thing.” Rumor has it that Copper Cat adviser Sandra Hudgens was caught buying a Clifton High School boosters card while on an advertising sales trip with the yearbook staff. Just My Size “I have to carry it,” explains James Giacoletti to an amused Cyndi Leatherwood. Freshman pub staffers were required to use the toilet seat pass when leav- ing the classroom. WARNING: Batons hazardous to health Group picture day also provided an embarrassing moment for fresh- man David Willard. Coming to school dressed in his band uniform for pic- tures first hour, David brought his clothes for the rest for the day in an athletic bag. Was he ever surprised when chang- ing after the picture he discovered he had brought his sister’s levis instead of his own. “Everybody makes mis- takes,” claimed a red-faced David. What goes up must come down, but where is the question. Mr. Roger Munoz, band director, found out when majorette Leslie Terry’s baton landed right in his arms as he was directing the band. “I thought 1 told you to toss that thing at the 40-yard line,” said a surprised Mr. Munoz. Sophomore Chad Aker also tried his hand at catching the baton one day at band practice. Throwing it high into the air, he did the extremely diffi- cult Chinese splits trying to catch it. His comment after his legs had each gone in opposite directions: “The grass was wet.” Embarrassing Moments-39 Working on the rock brigade as they haul rocks to form the “M” in front of school are Julie Baker, Deana Martinez, and Sheri Durr. 40-After Hours Following the conference playoff victory over Benson and Tombstone on October 30, a happy group of senior volleyball players celebrate wearing Halloween masks purchased on the way home. Triumphant members include: Kristi Mer- ino, Becky Peru, Erma Villagomez, Shelly Rue- das, Shanna Gash. Anna Navarrete, and Lorraine Varela. After Hours-41 1985 GIRLS’ TRACK MEET PLACE Lions Invitational 2nd Morenci Girls Relay 2nd Benson Invitational 4th Thatcher Invitational 2nd Benson Quadrangular 3rd Safford Rotary 2nd Silver City Invitational 3rd Morenci Rotary 2nd EA Rotary 3rd B-East Divisional 3rd Class B-C State 2nd Stretching for the rope. Annette Rocha edges out Safford’s Joyce Hines for a first place finish in the 100-meter dash at the Rotary Invitational. Also picking up points for the Cats was Lisa Malloque who finished fourth. 1985 GIRLS’ TRACK: FRONT ROW: Nikki Stoner, mgr., Deana Martinez, Lori Durr, Christina Pingleton, Dawn Peete, Richelle Harper, Lisa Taylor, Michelle Ray, Terri Garcia, Lisa Velasquez, Maria Valdez, Shanna Gash, Missy Lopez, Nancy Gonzales. BACK ROW: Coach Jack Edens, Sheri Durr, Dori Hale, Kristi Merino, Annette Rocha, Lisa Malloque. Martha Gonzales, Debbie Spencer, Jacqueline Cooper, Gin- ger Wiley, Becky Peru, Althea Newman. Shelly Bryant, Kathie Madden, Sandy Casiano, Libby Chavez. Patti Madden, mgr.; Coach Lynne Nuttall. GIRLS’ TRACK Cowgirls lasso Cats at the wire A handful of local girls came within two points of winning the Class B state championship. Although only six members of the squad qualified for the state meet, they finished with 65 points — only two points behind first place Willcox. It all came down to the final race of the day — the 1600-meter relay. A photo finish at the wire determined that the Willcox runner, Janet Nunn, had edged Morenci’s Annette Rocha giving the Cowgirls the state title. “We were naturally disappointed that we lost,” commented a dejected Sheri Durr upon returning to Mor- enci. “It took such a long time to find out the results. We all just stood around for about five minutes trying to decide whether we should be hap- py or sad.” The same four girls who ran the 1600 took first place in the 400-me- ter relay with a time of 51.24. Mem- bers of the two relay teams included Lisa Malloque, Becky Peru, Sheri Durr, and Annette Rocha. The girls set a new school and divisional record of 50.99 in the 400-meter relay the week before state at the B-East Divi- sional Track Meet. Also at state, Annette Rocha beat the defending 400-meter state cham- pion, Madeline Pomaski, from Clif- ton. It was Annette’s first win ever over Pomaski. “I was ecstatic!” ex- claimed Annette. “It was a big shock- er since she’s beaten me in every race for the last two years.” Annette also placed fourth in the 100-meters at the state meet. Junior Becky Peru also took home a first place medal clearning 4T0” in the high jump. She placed fourth in the long jump. Additional points were picked up by Lisa Malloque who finished second in the 200 meters; and Deana Mar- tinez who placed sixth in the 800- meter run. Upon completion of the third leg in the 400-meter relay. Annette Rocha hands off the baton to Becky Peru. The record- setting foursome, which also Included Sheri Durr and Lisa Malloque, placed first in the event at the Rotary Meet. High jumper Becky Peru clears the bar at 5 feet which was good for a third place finish In the Rotary meet. Hurdler Kristi Merino tries to catch up to Safford’s Sonya White in the 300-me- ter hurdles at the Rotary Invitational. Merino finished third in the race while White came In second. Girls’ Track-43 Long jumper Ev Gordon places ninth clearing 16’9” at the Morenci Rotary In- vitational track meet. Clearing 12' at the Rotary Invitational, Chris Saiz sets a personal best good for a second place finish. 1985 BOYS’ TRACK MEET PLACE Morenci Lions Invitational 3rd Ray Relays 6th Benson Relays 3rd Thatcher Invitational 2nd Benson Invitational 3rd Safford Rotary 4th Silver City Invitational 2nd Morenci Rotary 2nd B-East Divisionals 2nd Class B C State 3rd 44-Boys’ Track BOYS’ TRACK As if winning the title in three events at the Class B state tourna- ment wasn’t enough. Hector Salazar went on to beat all competition in the 1600-meter run at the Luke Green- way Meet of Champions held at Phoe- nix College. His winning time of 4:19.30 beat all competition including AAA state titlist Gil Valdez of Mesa Westwood. “Beating Valdez was my goal,” claimed Salazar, “since he was ranked 1 in the state.” Hector ran his best time ever, 4:19, for first place in the prestigious event which annual- ly brings together the top runners in the state. The week before the Greenway meet, Hector won golds in the 800, 1600, and 3200-meter runs at state. His cumulative total of thirty points also netted him high point honors for the tournament. Other members of the squad con- tributing to the Cat’s third place finish at state were Paul Horn, who placed second in the 800-meter run; and the 400-meter relay team, comprised of Martin Gherna, Jon Day, Kent Crotts, and Daniel Lopez who finished fifth. Kent Crotts picked up a second place in the pole vault with his jump of 12’6”. Salazar is champ of champs 1985 BOYS TRACK: FRONT ROW: Felix Macias. Mark Gaxiola. Jeff Best. Ev Gor- don. David Mullen. Keith Newman. Vicente Reyna. Fudl Pena. Sam Horn. Chris Salz, Richard Sandoval. Coach Lynne Nuttall. BACK ROW: Coach Jack Edens. Robert Carrasco, Joey Yarger, Rudy Andazola, Anthony Humphrey. David Bouria- que. Eddie Chavez. Jon Day, Martin Gherna, Hector Salazar. Paul Horn, Kent Crotts. A Ired Jeff Best hands off to Kent Crotts In the second leg of the 400 me- ter relay at the track meet sponsored by the Rotary Club. The relay team went on to win the event with a time of 46.34. In a 10-3 victory, Steve Biles returns a serve hit to him by Taylor of Safford. During a Doubles match against Stuart MacLay and Marcus Ridgway of Duncan, Tom Stinson hustles to return a back- hand shot. The duo of Stinson and Ston- er fell to defeat 6-3. 6-2. 1985 GIRLS’ TENNIS MHS 7 Willcox 2 MHS 7 Benson 2 MHS 7 Thatcher 2 MHS 8 Pima 1 MHS 5 Duncan 4 MHS 2 Duncan 7 MHS 6 Thatcher 3 MHS 5 Duncan 4 MHS 3 Safford 7 MHS 2 Safford 7 WON-7 LOST-3 Duncan Tournament 6th Class A-B-C District Tournament 2nd Class A-B-C State Tournament 5th 1985 BOYS’ TENNIS MHS 4 Willcox 5 MHS 3 Benson 0 MHS 3 Duncan 6 MHS 7 Pima 2 MHS 0 Duncan 9 MHS 2 Duncan 7 MHS 5 Safford 7 MHS 4 Safford 3 WON-3 LOST-5 Duncan Tournament 2nd Class A-B-C District Tournament 2nd 1985 GIRL’S TENNIS TEAM: FRONT ROW. Kim Waldorf, Lorraine Varela. Dianne Hartley. Callie Maldonado, Darlene Llzarraga, Debra Patterson. Irma Paz, Francie Rodriguez. BACK ROW: Christine Rodela, Shelly Ruedas, Sally Vega. Julie Carr, Coach Noralea Gale, Jennifer Thompson, Judy Moreno, Cris Robillard. 1985 BOY’S TENNIS TEAM: FRONT ROW: Sam Fullen, Joe Stoner. David Lakey, Chad Aker. BACK ROW: Steve Brannon, Keith Thomas, Dale Patterson, Coach Ray Prevost, Steve Biles, Justin Flowers, Tom Stinson. 46-Tennis TENNIS Win streak halted by Duncan With 27 straight match wins, the girls’ tennis team was naturally disap- pointed following its regular season 2- 7 loss to the Duncan squad. “It was a jinxed day,” commented Darlene Li- zarraga, one of only two seniors on the squad. “Everybody played like they were beginners; I know I sure did!” Finishing second at divisionals, Dar- lene was the only local girl to qualify for the state tournament. She lost to Angie Foley of Safford, 6-4, 6-3, in the combined Class B-C district tour- nament held in Duncan. At the state meet, Darlene won her first round against Kari Wilson of Buckeye, 6-4, 6-4, but was defeated 1-6, 6-1, 3-6 in the second round by Rene Lopez from Sahuarita. “Having the Class A schools in the tournament was devastating to us and to most of the smaller schools,” com- plained Coach Noralea Gale when asked about the new setup for divi- sionals and the state tournament. “We just can’t compete with the big- ger schools, especially those in the Valley where they play tennis all year round. They have far too much ex- perience for us.” Juniors Steve Biles and Steve Brannon were the only members of the boys’ squad who qualified for state. Biles placed second at division- als downing David Lines of Safford 6- 0, 6-1. In the bout for first place, Steve lost to Donald Crockett of Dun- can, 4-6, 4-6. “I broke a string and lost my confidence,” he admitted after his defeat. Steve Brannon beat Safford’s Ricky Angle 6-4, 2-6, 6-1 in the first match but was downed by Crockett in the second round. In the third round, Brannon beat David Lines 6-0, 6-1 to finish third overall. At state, both boys were beaten in the first match. Brannon lost to Art Jiminez of Superior, 1-6, 7-6, 4-6; and Biles was defeated by Buckeye’s David Wiley 6-7, 6-3, 3-6. Attempting to return a line drive in her doubles match against Safford is Debra Patterson. Debra and her partner. Dar- lene Lizarraga, beat Powell and Polanco 11-10. Despite the wind, Darlene Lizarraga concentrates on returning the ball to her Duncan opponent, Cindy Holder. Darlene won the match 6-1, 6-1. In a 6-4, 6-3 match win over Travis Mer- rel of Duncan, Justin Flowers leaps into the air to return a backhand shot. Tennis-47 With a look of intense concentration, Jeff Aguilar pitches during the Benson game. The J.V.’s lost the contest, 3-6. 1985 VARSITY BASEBALL TEAM: FRONT ROW: Steve Gaethje, mgr.; Jody Rodrl guez, David Williams, Greg Aguilar, Duane Sanders. Joe Ortiz, Orlando Abril, Dino Martinez, mgr. BACK ROW: Marc Ruedas, Clint Barry. Daniel Lopez. Michael Mor- eno, Steve Gojkovich, Johnny Loya. Louis Lopez, Coach Bruce Kinneberg. 1985 J.V. BASEBALL TEAM: FRONT ROW: Raul Dayao, Clifford Peete, Jeff Aguilar, David Martinez. Micah Ray. David Gonzales. BACK ROW: Coach Gilbert Padilla. Dave Grove, James Spencer, Jay Petty, Anthony Murillo, Richard Ruedas. Darren Sanders, Steve Wene, Brad Johnson, mgr. In an attempt to put a Benson runner out during a close play at first, senior Marc Ruedas stretches toward the base. Although the runner was safe, the Cats went on to defeat the Bobcats, 17-8. Watching the play closely, left fielder Louis Lopez waits for a chance to steal second base during the Cat’s lopsided 12-1 victory over Clifton. 48-Baseball BASEBALL Varsity captures Lions Tourney Although the Cats had a winning record, their season was somewhat of a disappointment since they failed to make the state playoffs. “We played our best ball in the Lions Invitational Tournament and against Douglas during the regular season,” claimed coach Bruce Kinne- berg. “We beat two very good teams more impressively than we did any other team in our conference.” The win against defending state champion Hayden came during the final game of the Lions Tourney. Tied at the end of regulation play, the championship game went into extra innings. The Lobos got three runs in the top of the ninth and “ we were afraid we wouldn’t be able to catch up,” admitted tourney MVP Steve Gojkovich. The Cats managed to tie the score again, however, and the game continued. In the twelfth inning, Greg Aguilar singled and Marc Ruedas bunted him to third. David Williams hit a sacrifice fly to the outfield to bring home the winning run, giving the Cats the cham- pionship. Sophomore Jeff Aguilar led the J.V. baseball team with a .387 aver- age. He also led in stolen bases with thirteen. Freshman Darren Sanders was second in the batting category with a .308 average and Raul Dayao was second in steals with eleven. Although the J.V.’s endured a los- ing record, “ we thoroughly en- joyed our season,” commented Sand- ers. “Our biggest problem was that so many games were canceled because of bad weather or lack of players for the opposition,” added David Gon- zales. “Even some of our makeup games were canceled,” laughed Dar- ren. Centerfielder Clint Barry heads for first after hitting a single in the Cat's 12 1 victory over Clifton. 1985 VARSITY BASEBALL MHS 7 Salford 8 MHS 1 Duncan 3 MHS 8 Tombstone 4 MHS 4 Douglas 1 MHS 6 Salford 9 MHS 10 Willcox 9 MHS 12 Clifton 1 MHS 17 Benson 8 MHS 7 Thatcher 9 MHS 0 Cobre 3 MHS 7 Benson 11 MHS 2 Thatcher 12 MHS 2 Clifton 0 MHS 6 Duncan 1 MHS 6 Hayden 5 MHS 3 Duncan 1 MHS 4 Willcox 9 MHS 14 Clifton 1 WON-10 1985 J.V. LOST-8 BASEBALL MHS 4 Douglas 6 MHS 4 Safford 10 MHS 9 Thatcher 12 MHS 3 Safford 10 MHS 13 Willcox 6 MHS 11 Thatcher 6 MHS 3 Benson 6 MHS 6 Willcox 3 WON-3 LOST-5 Junior Daniel Lopez pitches a 3-0 shu- tout victory over the Cobre Indians. Baseball-49 VARSITY VOLLEYBALL Getting the first hit, Kristi Merino at- tempts to pass the ball to the setter In the Cat’s loss to Thatcher in the semi- finals of the divisional tournament. VARSITY VOLLEYBALL: FRONT ROW: Shelly Bryant, statistician; Kim Munoz, linesman; Kristi Merino, Toni Scroggins. Erma Villagomez, Shelly Ruedas, Coach Noralea Gale, Jennifer Thompson, scor- ekeeper; Shelley Harper, manager. 2ND: Shanna Gash, Lorraine Varela, Kerry Barrick, Becky Peru. BACK ROW: Kristina Webb, Anna Navarette, Brenda Zevallos, Annette Rocha. The only sophomore on the varsity squad. Kristina Webb, anticipates the serve in a home match against Thatch- er. Ladies make it two in a row Capping a 16-5 season, the Lady Cats won their second consecutive state championship title with victories over Superior, Baboquivari, and Thatcher in the A Conference, Divi- sion B state tournament. Following the opening round win, the local squad found themselves pit- ted against Thatcher for the fourth time during the season. “I felt a little unsure about facing them again since they had already beaten us twice,” admitted Kristi Merino. “We knew they weren’t really better than us. We just hadn’t played together as a team when we met them before.” Although the Cats had beaten Thatcher early in the season, a loss to the Eagles on their home court cre- ated a three-way tie for first in the conference between Morenci, Ben- son, and Tombstone. Traveling to Willcox for a conference playoff, the Cats easily disposed of both oppo- nents to win their fourth consecutive conference championship. With a trip to the state tournament already secured, Morenci met Dun- can in the first round of divisionals. Beating the Kats by the lopsided scores of 15-1, 15-2, the girls met Thatcher in the semi-finals. Once again the Eagles came out the winner beating Morenci in two games, 15-10, 15-13. Able to laugh about it later, the girls blamed the loss on “ too much pizza. We kind of overate be- fore the match,” confessed senior Shelly Ruedas. It only took a week for the Cats to avenge their loss to Thatcher, howev- er, as both Morenci and the Eagles breezed into the state finals. This time the Cats were not to be denied even though Thatcher was up by five in the first game before Morenci was able to score. The Cats prevailed in two hard-fought games winning by scores of 16-14 and 15-11 to capture their second consecutive title. 50-Varsity Volleyball In a hard-fought home match with the Safford Bulldogs. Shelly Ruedas looks on as Anna Navarrete spikes the ball. After losing the first game. 8-15, the Cats came back to win the second. 15-8, before falling in the final game. Number 15, Becky Peru, spikes the ball In the Wildcat’s 5-15 loss to Safford. VARSITY VOLLEYBALL Cobre 15-1, 15-3 Thatcher 15-1, 11-15, 15-2 Clifton 15-6, 15-8 Cobre 15-12, 8-15, 15-3, 15-6 Duncan 15-4, 15-3 ‘Benson 12-15, 15-6, 15-11 ‘Clifton 15-4, 15-2 Safford 8-15, 15-3, 9-15 Safford 5-15, 5-15 Tombstone 14-16, 15-8, 12-15 ‘Duncan 15-6, 15-2 Thatcher 14-16, 15-11, 12-15 ‘Willcox 15-8, 16-14 ‘Pima 15-13, 15-8 Benson 15-6 Tombstone 15-9 Duncan 15-1, 15-2 • Thatcher 10-15, 13-15 Superior 15-7, 15-1 Baboquivari 15-1, 15-5 Thatcher 16-14, 15-11 WON-16 LOST-5 ’Conference Match Conference Playoff ‘ Divisional Tournament State Tournament In Morenci’s 15-6 game victory over Benson, setter Anna Navarrete watches as Toni Scroggins scores a point by spiking the ball over the Benson de- fender. Morenci beat the Bobcats 15-6 in the first game of the conference title playoffs. Varsity Volleyball-51 J.V. VOLLEYBALL FOOTBALL - As sophomore Leslie Mitchell backs her up. Mona Sanders bumps the ball to the setter in a game against Duncan. The local squad won the match in two games. 15-12. 16-14. Awaiting the results of her serve. Tracy Ruedas follows the action in the match against the Safford Bulldogs. Although Tracy’s serve scored a point, the Lady Cats fell to the Bulldogs by scores of 7- 15. 15-12. 12-15. J.V. VOLLEYBALL Cobre 15-6, 15-13 Thatcher 7-15, 15-9, 12-15 Clifton 15-6, 15-9 Cobre 15-13, 15-6 Duncan 15-12, 16-14 Duncan 12-15, 15-8, 15-7 Benson 12-15, 15-11, 15-4 Clifton 16-14, 15-8 Safford 15-12, 13-15, 15-12 Safford 7-15, 15-12, 12-15 Tombstone 15-12, 15-7 Duncan 9-15, 15-7, 15-8 Thatcher 2-15, 12-15 Willcox 15-4, 15-7 Pima 4-15, 9-15 WON-11 LOST-4 J.V. FOOTBALL MHS 14 Safford 6 MHS 14 Benson 14 MHS 26 Thatcher 0 MHS 6 Cobre 32 MHS 0 Lordsburg 30 MHS 8 Duncan 0 MHS 6 Safford 19 WON-3 LOST-3 T1ED-1 Junior Cats struggle for wins Tina Bendcl’s “chubby” jokes and Teresa Dayao’s “wave” cheers, were examples of the fun-loving, high-spir- ited J.V. volleyball girls who placed second overall in the eight-team divi- sion with an 11-4 record. “Tina was always entertaining us with her funny faces,” remarked Alma Morales, “and we had our own special cheer that Teresa made up after seeing one of the cheerleaders new yells.” There seemed to be a special mal- ady plaguing the team throughout the season as the local squad demolished teams on their opponent’s courts, but either struggled or lost on their own home court. “Morenci fans never saw our real team play,” remarked Coach Virgil Cork. The J.V. football team finished three and three with one tie against what the coaches felt was much tougher competition than a J.V. squad had faced in the last several years. As Coach Walton explained, “We played against several New Mexico schools where we were in an almost no-win situation since they play many varsity members on their J.V. squads.” Despite their season record, assis- tant coach Tom Navarrete felt his squad was a good team, “ but circumstances prevented them from being a great team. Not only was the competition tougher, but losing team leader Darren Sanders to the varsity hurt our overall performance.” 52-J.V. Volley ball Football J.V. FOOTBALL TEAM: FRONT ROW: Chris Valdez. Joel Bouriaque, Ryan Gale. Greg Gordon. Alex Olivas. Edward Dunham. Micah Ray. Mathew Forstrom. 2ND: Shawn Smith. Edwin Brown. Richard Falcon. David Bustamante. John Roman. Jerod Aker. 3RD: Richard Sandoval, Ralph Mendez. Gabriel Abril, Jerry Garcia, Gilbert Gonzales. David Gonzales. 4TH: Coach Gary Walton. Fudl Pena, Darren Sanders, Felix Macias. Jeremy Vanegas, Richard Gaxlola. Coach Tommy Navarrete. Outside linebacker Jerod Aker. 35, tackles the Duncan ball carrier In the J.V.'s 8-0 win. Rushing In to help on the play are Richard Sandoval, 60, and Ralph Mendez, 5. J.V. VOLLEYBALL TEAM: FRONT ROW: Shanna Brinkley, Teresa Dayao. Deldre Peete. Dorl Hale, Dawn Peete. 2ND: Alma Morales. Tracy Ruedas, Michelle Ray. Monica Lopez, Maria Valdez. 3RD: Coach Virgil Cork. Mona Sanders. Tina Bendel, Ginger Wiley, Tonna Gash, Kelly Rhodes, Leslie Mitchell. As 22 Darren Sanders sets up a block, Ralph Mendez, 5, attempts to outrun the Duncan defender In the Cat’s 8-0 victory. = VARSITY FOOTBALL Slow start causes difficulties Fullback Johnny Loya charges through the Clifton defense during the Cat’s 29- 20 victory over the Trojans. Watching Intently as the Wildcats go for a first down In the Clifton game are coaches Joe Hernandez and Kelly Sears. Morenci had a total of 201 yards In offense in the annual Copper Ingot matchup. For the first time in three years, the Cats suffered through a losing season with a disappointing 4-5 overall re- cord. Starting slowly, Morenci lost its first three games before finally beat- ing conference foe Benson. “It was a crucial game for us,” confided quar- terback Daniel Lopez. “Not only did we want to get on the winning track, but after having lost to Benson last year we really wanted to beat them. We were ready for the Bobcats both physically and mentally.” The game was close all night but the Cats looked like they were head- ed for loss number four when Benson took the lead in the closing minutes. With only seconds to play, however, Lopez drilled a 31-yard pass to Mark Gaxiola. On the next play, Johnny Loya was successful in running for the touchdown to give the Cats a 34-29 victory. Against Safford in the first game of the season, Morenci almost pulled what would have been a major upset. Down 14-0 with only 1:51 left to play, the Cats scored their first TD on a 6-yard run by Lopez. A try for the two-point conversion fell short. Morenci then tried an onside kick which bounced off a Safford player into the arms of James Spencer. After a pass play from Lopez to Gax- iola for 45 yards, Orlando Abril scored on the next play. Once again the two-point try failed and the score was 14-12 in favor of the Bulldogs. So, with 1:11 left to play, Morenci tried the onside kick again, and this time it bounced off a Safford player’s helmet and into the waiting arms of James Spencer again. “I didn’t think we would get the ball because the Safford player was right there,” ad- mitted James, “but the ball went through his hands, hit his face mask and bounced off.” Finally on a fourth and 18 at the Morenci 45, Lopez threw up a des- peration pass that was knocked down by Safford to end what was a very exciting comeback. 54-Varslty Football VARSITY FOOTBALL TEAM: FRONT ROW: Daniel Lopez. Steve Gojkovlch. Mark Gaxiola, Johnny Loya. Orlando Abril, Ricardo Valdez. 2ND: Chad Bates, Anthony Humphrey. David Grove, Eric Forstrom. 3RD: John Day, Jay Petty, Richard Ruedas. Raul Dayao, Ernie Zevallos. 4TH: Clint Burke. Robert Carrasco. Maurice Sandoval. Artie Marin. Rudy Andazola. 5TH: Justin Flowers, Robert Rodriguez. Jon Varela, Randy Baca. BACK ROW: Steve Gaethje, manager: Coach Kelly Sears, Coach Jack Edens. Martin Gherna. manager. Morenci’s answer to “The Refrigera tor, Rudy Andazola, charges toward the ball carrier in a 7 15 conference loss to the Duncan Wlldkats. VARSITY FOOTBALL MHS 12 Safford 20 MHS 6 Cobre 12 MHS 13 ‘Thatcher 20 MHS 34 ‘Benson 29 MHS 29 ‘Clifton 20 MHS 26 Tombstone 16 MHS 7 'Duncan 15 MHS 14 ‘Wlllcox 29 MHS 41 ‘Pima 0 WON-4 LOST-5 ‘Conference Games Quarterback Daniel Lopez, 5. hurdles over a teammate Robert Carrasco dur- ing his 61 yard drive to the end zone. The TD gave the Cats a 22-20 lead In the third quarter of the Clifton game. Varsity Football-55 VARSITY GIRLS’ BASKETBALL In the opening round of the divisional tournament, Erma Villagomez appears to be giving her opponent the “high five . Actually, Erma had just passed the ball to a teammate in the Cats’ 12- point win. Against the Wlldkats at Duncan, Anna Navarrete looks for a player to pass the ball to. The Lady Cats won the close game by three points. GIRLS’ VARSITY BASKETBALL MHS 32 Safford 34 MHS 56 Clifton 34 MHS 47 ♦ ♦ Safford 49 MHS 52 ♦ ♦ Clifton 26 MHS 52 ♦ ♦ Thatcher 54 MHS 44 Pima 50 MHS 48 Duncan 55 MHS 74 ★ Willcox 51 MHS 33 Pima 36 MHS 47 ★ Thatcher 50 MHS 36 Pima 57 MHS 48 a Clifton 28 MHS 46 ★ Benson 36 MHS 43 Willcox 31 MHS 36 ★ Thatcher 37 MHS 33 Tombstone 38 MHS 53 ★ ★★ Duncan 50 MHS 47 ★ ★ ★ Benson 35 MHS 53 ★★Tombstone 52 MHS 37 Thatcher 53 WON-9 LOST-11 ♦Conference Game ♦ EAC Holiday Tournament ♦ ♦♦Divisional Tournament Lack of desire dooms Cats For the first time in five years, and only the second time since the pro- gram started in 1975, the varsity girls’ basketball team failed to make the state tournament playoffs. What was most surprising though about the team’s 9-11 record, was the fact that the defending state champions had lost only one player from last year’s 15-10 title team. Reflecting on the season, Coach Gary Walton commented: “Probably what hurt us more than anything else this year was that we did win state last season. Taking the state champion- ship was a goal the girls thought would come easier this year. Obvious- ly it didn’t! The desire just wasn’t there.’’ After struggling through the con- ference schedule, the Lady Cats fin- ished in fourth place. With the home court advantage against Benson in the first round of the divisional tourna- ment, the local squad managed to pull out a 47-35 victory over the Bobcats. The girls were then faced with the task of beating conference champion Tombstone on the Yellowjackets’ home court two days later. Down by six at halftime, the Wildcats came back on the shooting of Erma Villago- mez and Becky Peru to win by one point. With the winner earning the right to advance to the state tournament, the Lady Cats met Thatcher in the divi- sional finals. Down by only one at the half, the local girls had a cold hand in the third quarter and saw Thatcher pull away with a 14-point lead. The final score was a 53-37 Eagle victory and dashed the Cat’s hopes for a sec- ond consecutive title. 56-Varsity Girls Basketball GIRLS’ VARSITY BASKETBALL: FRONT ROW: Alma Morales. Coach Gary Walton, Marla Valdez. 2ND: Shelly Bryant, Anna Navarrete, Tina Bendel. Melissa Gaethje, Libby Chavez. 3RD: Erma Villagomez, Shanna Gash, Becky Peru, Annette Rocha, Kristi Merino. Leading scorer for the Lady Cats, Becky Peru. 15, goes up for two over the out- stretched hands of her Thatcher de- fender. Morenci was 0-4 against the Ea- gles during the season. Scoring two of her 11 points in the Cat’s one-point loss to Thatcher during the regular season is 14, Kristi Merino. Looking on is 21, Shanna Gash. Varsity Girls’ Basketball-57 J.V. GIRLS’ BOYS’ BASKETBALL Squads suffer from lack of size Sophomore Alma Morales Is trapped by a flock of Eagles while attempting to shoot the ball in the J.V.’s 48-18 loss. Leaping to intercept a pass In the Cat’s five point victory over Pima is Clifford Peete. Going up for a rebound, Tonna Gash, 21, fights for the ball against her Thatcher opponent. The Cats suffered their worst losses of the season to the Eagles. Inexperience and lack of size proved to be formidable drawbacks for both the girls’ and boys’ junior varsity basketball teams. With only 14 players in the entire girls’ basketball program, the J.V.’s had to do “double duty”. They played their J.V. game and then many, if not all, suited out for varsity games as well. Although being involved with both teams made for a long evening of basketball, Maria Valdez enjoyed the experience. “I liked being a part of the varsity,” she commented. The J.V. boys’ squad finished the season on an up note by beating Clif- ton in an exciting five-point victory. Most of their games throughout the season were close as the spread was 10 points or less in 9 of their 13 contests. With only four sophomores on the roster, the local boys found the more experienced squads they faced tough competition. “We had to play against too many juniors,” complained Dar- ren Sanders. “Rebounding was our main prob- lem,” added Clifford Peete. “We didn’t have anybody on the team over six feet.” 58-J.V. Girls' Boys’ Basketball GIRLS’ J.V. BASKETBALL: FRONT ROW: Alma Morales. Marla Valdez. Kim Wal- dorf. BACK ROW: Tabbie O’Coyne, mgr.. Dorl Hale, Shelly Bryant. Melissa Gaethje. Tonna Gash. Tina Bendel. Mario Medina. Shanna Brinkley. Judy Moreno, mgr.. Coach Kelly Sears. J.V GIRLS’ BASKETBALL MHS 25 Safford 11 MHS 10 Safford 31 MHS 30 Duncan 26 MHS 27 Willcox 3 MHS 37 Pima 50 MHS 19 Thatcher 59 MHS 29 Pima 30 MHS 30 Benson 46 MHS 15 Willcox 20 MHS 18 Thatcher 48 MHS 37 Duncan 31 WON - 4 LOST • 7 J.V. BOYS’ BASKETBALL MHS 60 Clifton 57 MHS 54 Safford 45 MHS 54 Willcox 57 MHS 47 Safford 58 MHS 61 Duncan 49 MHS 50 Pima 46 MHS 51 Thatcher 54 MHS 59 Pima 54 MHS 42 Duncan 39 MHS 43 Willcox 53 MHS 46 Thatcher 61 MHS 40 Tombstone 62 MHS 64 Clifton 59 WON 7 LOST ■ 6 BOYS’ J.V. BASKETBALL: FRONT ROW: Coach Aaron Isaacs. BACK ROW: Ralph Mendez, mgr.. Rene Sandoval. Chris Valdez. Darren Sanders, Clifford Peete. Rich- ard Gaxiola. David Willard. John Roman. Edward Dunham, Joel Bouriaque, Richard Anderson. Gabriel Abril, David Gonzales. Not Pictured: Jeremy Vanegas. After receiving the outlet pass, Darren Sanders heads downcourt In the Cats’ 43-53 loss to Wlllcox. Freshman Jeremy Vanegas looks for a way around his Thatcher defendant as he heads toward the basket in the Cats’ three point loss to the Eagles. J.V. Girls’ Boys’ Basketball-59 An excited coach Tommy Navarrete yells out a defense as the Cats trounce Duncan. 59-41. In the first round of the divisional tournament. Grabbing the rebound In the 19-polnt victory over Pima is senior Orlando Abril, who scored 16 points in the con- test. All stater Mark Gaxiola demonstrates his leaping ability as he goes shoulder high for two points against Pima. Mark scored a personal season low 9 points in the Cat's 60-41 victory. 60-Varsity Boys’ Basketball BOYS’ VARSITY BASKETBALL: FRONT ROW: Mark Gaxiola. Orlando Abril. Brian Montoya. Raul Dayao. Ernie Zevallos. Anthony Murillo. Clifford Peete. James Mor- eno. mgr. BACK ROW: Martin Gherna. mgr.. Richard Ruedas. Darren Sanders. Justin Flowers. Jay Petty, Steve Gojkovich, Johnny Loya, Richard Gaxiola. Coach Tommy Navarrete. ---- VARSITY BOYS’ BASKETBALL Cats falter in state tourney Following a 10-7 regular season, the boys’ varsity basketball team managed a second-place finish in the divisional tournament which was good for a spot in the state tourney. In the first round of divisional, the Cats hosted Duncan, a team that had given them two close games during the regular season. With only a one point lead at the half, the local squad ran away from the visitors in the sec- ond half and won 59-41. Traveling to Thatcher for the semi- final round, the Cats defeated Tomb- stone by 21 to advance to the finals against the conference champion Ea- gles. For the fourth time this season, Thatcher prevailed handing the Cats a 79-68 defeat. At the Class A Division B East state tournament held at Dobson High School, Morenci met Florence in the opening round. Mark Gaxiola’s 32 points for the Cats led to a 67-60 victory. Against Ajo in the semi-finals, short Morenci faced a tall team that fea- tured two 6’4” players on the inside. “They shut us down offensively.” re- marked Coach Tom Navarrete fol- lowing the Cat’s 16-point loss. “They were only giving us one shot.” Not only did Morenci have trouble on the offensive end of the floor against Ajo, they couldn’t contain the Red Raiders defensively either. “We had a guy in front and one in back of their big forward, Waterman, but when he got the ball he still scored,” remarked Navarrete. A Pima player falls to the floor trying to cope with the tough defense played by 32, Anthony Murillo, and 24, Johnny Loya. Defense played a key role in Mor- end’s 19-polnt victory. A determined Hector Salazar dribbles around a Duncan defender in the Cats’ divisional playoff victory over Duncan. BOYS’ VARSITY BASKETBALL MHS 97 Clifton 69 MHS 50 Safford 67 MHS 56 Willcox 49 MHS 57 Safford 75 MHS 73 ★ ★ Pima 53 MHS 77 ★ ★ Ft. Thomas 87 MHS 53 ★ Thatcher 58 MHS 51 ★ Duncan 50 MHS 65 Pima 50 MHS 52 Thatcher 59 MHS 60 ★ Pima 41 MHS 65 ★ Benson 50 MHS 40 Duncan 44 MHS 60 ★ Willcox 52 MHS 67 ★ Thatcher 68 MHS 51 ★ Tombstone 48 MHS 59 ★ Clifton 56 MHS 59 ★ ★★ Duncan 41 MHS 74 ★ ★★ Tombstone 53 MHS 68 ★ ★ Thatcher 79 MHS 67 ★ ★ ★ ★ Florence 60 MHS 43 Ajo 59 WON-13 LOST-9 Conference Games ★ ★EAC Tournament ★ ★♦District Tournament ★ ★★★State Tournament Varsity Boys’ Basketball-61 WRESTLING On his way to a win by points. Eric For- strom struggles to keep his stance in a dual meet with Clifton. His opponent was Robert Chilicky. Twisting opponent Gabriel Saucedo’s arm. 167 Robert Carrasco heads for a win on points. WRESTLING DUAL MEETS MHS 47 Safford 35 MHS 18 Cobre 52 MHS 45 Thatcher 30 MHS 23 Cobre 42 MHS 39 Clifton 24 MHS 31 Clifton 35 WON-3 LOST-3 TOURNAMENTS Clifton Quadrangular 2nd Cobre Invitational 8th Douglas Invitational 19th Benson Invitation 12th Divisionals 5th State 8th Bringing them down to Saiz Capping a 23-3 season, senior Chris Saiz placed first in his weight class, 115 , at the state tournament. Only 51 seconds into the champion- ship match, Chris pinned Lopez of Hayden, who had a 26-0 record. “1 was really nervous going into the match,” admitted Saiz afterwards. “I had pinned him last year but he had beaten me on points at the Benson invitational tournament earlier in the year. I honestly thought I had a good chance, though, because he seemed a little overconfident.” Based on his performance, the coaches voted Chris the outstanding wrestler of the tournament. “It was a great feeling, especially since I’m the first one from Morenci to achieve that honor.” Also placing at the state meet was Clint Burke, who finished second in the 182 class and completed the year with an 11-8 record. Five additional Morenci wrestlers competed at state but did not place. They included: Robert Carrasco, 167 ; Vincente Reyna, 105 ; Felix Macias, 191 , Jon Day, 155 ; and Matthew Forstrom, 98 . 62-Wrestling WRESTLING TEAM INCLUDES: FRONT ROW: Gilbert Gonzales. Kirby Comaduran. Rene Varela, Richard Sandoval, Fudi Pena. Vicente Reyna, Danny Leyvas. 2ND: Kyle Morgan. Edwin Brown, James Munoz, Jeff Aguilar. Alex Olivas. Coach Gilbert Padilla. Assistant Coach Rubei. Campos. BACK ROW: Maurice Sandoval. Felix Macias. Jason Medina, Robert Carrasco, Chris Saiz, Jon Day. Not Pictured: Clint Burke, Eric Forstrom, Matthew Forstrom. Initiated shortly after wrestling season started, the wrestlerettes cheer at both home and away matches. Included in the group are: FRONT ROW: Shelly Rue- das. 2ND: Leslie Mitchell. Nellie Agui- lar. BACK ROW: Gloria Valdez, Lorraine Varela, Beth Phelps. Working for a takedown, Richard San- doval tries to outmaneuver his Clifton opponent, Jose Lopez. Richard went on to win the match by points. “Twist ’em like a pretzel!” Senior Chris Saiz. 112 is on his way to pinning his opponent Greg Kroegel from Clifton. Acting crazy together is part of the fun of having a close friend. Pictured at the far top are friends Shelly Bryant and Lisa Garrett; in the middle are Rene Sandoval and David Willard; and below are Julie Baker and Lisa Taylor. After a hard day of taking essential skills tests. Julie Carr and Lorraine Si- erra relax with a soda after school. FRIEND fun, together laughing, sharing, enjoying someone you can count on FRIEND By Julie Baker 64-Friends Quench Friends could be observed every day at school. They could be seen working together on an apparently unsolvable math problem, mixing chemicals with the intent of not blow- ing up a lab partner, and trying to work as a team in athletics. They could also be observed shopping for the latest brightly colored clothes and “Heart” album. Good friends care about each other and share secret wishes and desires. “My best friend is someone who is concerned about me and helps me with my problems,” commented freshman Ann Annis. “When you get together with your friends, you can do dumb things you wouldn’t do if you were alone,” admitted Shelly Bryant. A sign of friendship at MHS is tak- ing the same classes together. “Friends try to work out their sched- ules so they can be in the same classes all day with each other,” ex- plained Lisa Taylor. “Most even join the same activities.” Despite often busy schedules, friends usually find time to get togeth- er after school each day for a while. “We usually go to the Dairy Queen or the drug store after school for so- das,” commented Julie Carr. Weekends provide more time to get together. “My friends and I go to Coles Pizza and the show every Fri- day night,” said Amy Wood. Friends are also the most generous people around. They lend each other money, clothes, jewelry, and even homework. “Anita Withrow once lent me $20 on a band trip,” confided Ilda Pedrosa. A special friend is always there when needed — to share the mo- ments of happiness and to help en- dure the moments of sadness. Friend- ships are formed in high school which will last a lifetime. Friends - what would we do without them? What would we do without them? Hardly an evening passes without Kerry Barrick and Brenda Zevallos spending time on the telephone catching up on the day’s gossip. Friends Clint Burke and Eric Forstrom work together to prepare an experiment in Chemistry I. Shopping is a fun way to pass time with a friend. Darlene Espinoza and Judy Moreno look over the selection of re- cords at the PD store. After a looong week of school, Jennifer Thompson and Shelly Harper prepare to enjoy a movie on Friday night. Friends-65 Senior class royalty includes attendants Beth Phelps and Rudy Andazola. An assortment of cardboard boxes is used to start the bonfire held the night before the game. There was a shortage of dry wood due to all the rain that fell during the week. Attendants Richard Ruedas and Sandy Caslano ride on the junior class first place award-winning float. 66-Football Homecoming FOOTBALL HOMECOMING Flames of spirit “Keep the Fire” had special signifi- cance as the theme for homecoming as several fiery traditions were re- vived for the annual event. A bonfire was held the night before the game and an “M” was burned on a hillside across from the stadium during the pregame ceremony. Despite having to wade through an- kle-deep mud caused by a week of rain, the majority of the student body attended the first bonfire held in three years. Dino Martinez and Daniel Lo- pez were the heroes of the evening when they rescued Coach Edens who had fallen into the side of the fiery pit. As Coach Edens explained: “I was adding more kerosene to the fire; ev- erything was pretty wet after all the rain we had. I just forgot the hole was there and fell in.” The tradition of building floats was also revived for homecoming ’85 and most of the classes worked up until the last minute completing their en- are rekindled tries. “We had a lot to do the last day,” explained junior Monica Lopez, “and we were worried about getting done on time.” “Also”, added Tracy Ruedas, “it started to sprinkle and we worried about the float getting ruined by the rain.” Not only did the juniors get done on time, but their entry took first place in the float competition. The freshman float placed second, and the sophomores and seniors tied for third. Seniors Steve Gojkovich and Grace Franco were crowned king and queen in the pregame ceremony. Senior at- tendants included Annette Rocha, Shelly Ruedas, Beth Phelps, Daniel Lopez, Robert Carrasco, and Rudy Andazola. After falling behind 13-0, the Wild- cats pulled out a 26-16 victory over the Tombstone Yellowjackets. Fol- lowing the game, a dance was held to end a very successful evening. Following voting during the week by the entire student body, Grace Franco and Steve Gojkovich are crowned queen and king at the game. In keeping with the theme, “Keep the Fire.” an M” burns during the pregame festivities. Just a few hours before the game, fresh- men Tina Bendel, Rachel Bates, and Sandy Gonzales piece together the decorations for one side of their float. Football Homecoming-67 A courageous Hector Salazar Is the vic- tim of a wet sponge in the “Sponge Throw” booth sponsored by the seniors. “I’m sure it was the third spot from the left,” says Annette “Minnie Mouse” Ro- cha. She and space girl Christine Cer- vantez await the judges’ decision in the costume contest. “Are you afraid? I’m not afraid!” says Paul Horn while waiting to enter the “Haunted House” with girlfriend Kathy Verdugo. The twosome was dressed as “Wiley, the Coyote” and the “Roadrun- ner”. 68-Halloween Carnival HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL Jamming on her piano, punk rocker Francle Rodriguez accompanies the rock band in a performance given by the group during the Carnival. Children always enjoy the fish pond sponsored by the administrative office staff. Jaren Hudgens is seen here fish- ing for a special prize. A Halloween “Trick-or-Treat?” It was time for Halloween once again and the high school multi-purpose room was full of hundreds of costumed children, high school students, and adults as Stu- dent Council hosted its third annual Carnival. “We sold over 3,000 game tick- ets,” contributed Mr. Jack Edens, fac- ulty sponsor. “We attracted a very large crowd and everyone seemed to have a good time.” Because it was cold, windy, and wet outside, band members moved their cake walk to the hallway. “We knew we wouldn’t attract many peo- ple if we were outside,” explained for everyone Kim Waldorf. The rock band performed four numbers at three different shows dur- ing the evening. “Our last show was the best,” claimed singer Janette Clark. “Everybody was really into the music.” Once again, the costume contest drew a large number of entries with ghosts, goblins, and other assorted spooks crowded together on the stage for judging. Junior Lisa Taylor summed up the evening: “I really enjoy Halloween, but since I’m too old for ‘Trick-or- Treating,’ the Carni veil gives me something to look forward to.” Clown Amy Wood takes time out from working at one of the booths to visit with her boyfriend, James Spencer. Halloween Carnlval-69 BASKETBALL HOMECOMING Rise above the ordinary Finalists and their escorts for the 1986 basketball homecoming are: Suzle Val- dez. Orlando Abril. Lorraine Varela, Hector Salazar. Kristi Merino. Richard Ruedas, Beth Phelps, Raul Dayao. An- nette Rocha, Brian Montoya, Mona Sanders and Johnny Loya. Masters of Ceremonies, Francie Rodri- guez and Robert Carrasco, bow their heads as Erma Villagomez gives the in- vocation at the pep assembly. “We wanted to make everything better, the best it could possibly be,” said Beth Phelps in explaining why Student Council chose the theme “Rise Above the Ordinary” for the annual basketball homecoming. Former homecoming queen, JoAnn Merino', was the guest speaker at the assembly held on Thursday afternoon, January 23. The classes of ’63 and ’64 tied for the most number of alumni present; and Mrs. Manuela Rodriguez, representing the class of ’51, was the oldest alumna attending the assembly. The traditional freshman peanut roll was held during the assembly. As seniors lined up the freshmen, pea- nuts were passed out in preparation for the big race. After several minutes of the fresh- men pushing the peanuts across the floor with their noses, Paul Trujillo and Christine Cervantez crossed the finish line first and were crowned pea- nut king and queen. Homecoming queen candidates re- presented fifteen clubs, classes, and organizations in the school. Six fina- lists were selected by a vote of the student body. They included: Suzie Valdez, I.G.A.A.; Mona Sanders, Copper Cat; Lorraine Varela, French Club; Annette Rocha, Spanish Club; Beth Phelps, NHS; and Kristi Merino, AFS. The selection of Annette Rocha as queen was announced at the basket- ball game with Duncan on Saturday night, January 25. “I was very sur- prised and excited,” admitted An- nette afterwards. “It really meant something special to me since my sis- ter Melissa was queen last year and she got to crown me.” Although the evening was a suc- cess in every other way, the Wildcats lost to Duncan, 44-40. 70-Basketball Homecoming Clapping to the beat of “On Morenci” at the homecoming game against the Dun- can Wildkats are the attendants and queen. Crowned freshmen peanut king and queen at the basketball homecoming game are Paul Trujillo and Christine Cervantez. They are flanked by last year’s royalty, Marty Johnson and Lisa Velasquez. Junior attendants Brian Armijo and Tif- fany Powers are introduced at the homecoming pep assembly. After being voted basketball homecom- ing queen, a happy and surprised An- nette Rocha receives a bouquet of roses from her sister, last year’s queen. Missy Rocha. Basketball Homecoming-71 Making sure each strand is in place, Robert Carrasco styles his hair before the prom. 1985 PROM ROYALTY includes: Johnny Loya. Grace Franco. Rudy Andazola, Francie Rodriguez, Paul Horn, Lorraine Varela. Annette Rocha. Martin Gherna, Erma Villagomez, Ricardo Valdez. Shel- ly Ruedas. Robert Carrasco, Becky Peru, Daniel Lopez, Beth Phelps, Steve Gojkovich, Debbie Rodela, Hector Sala- zar. 72-Junior-Senlor Prom JUNIOR-SENIOR PROM Band missing for junior prom Madonna was at the prom. So was Prince. Chicago performed their hit “You’re the Inspiration”, which was the theme of the prom. No, they weren’t in person, but on the turntable operated by Joe Dean, better known as “Mr. Serious.” “We didn’t decide to have a DJ because of a financial problem,” explained junior class president, Grace Franco. “We just felt that since it was so hard to find a good rock band, a DJ would be more apt to provide the music we preferred.” Preparing to actually go the prom takes a great deal of time. Just ask anyone who has gone through all the hard work and effort to get ready for this very special night. Contrary to the belief of the female population, guys spend a lot of time preparing for the prom — just in a dif- ferent way. One of their biggest re- sponsibilities is to provide a nice clean car for the evening. But just a soap and water job won’t do —the evening requires a wax job, too. “It took me hours to get the car the way I wanted it,” commented Steve Gojkovich. “Half that time was spent waxing it. But it was worth every min- ute when my date commented on how nice it looked.” Another task that must be done by the boys is picking out a corsage. What would she like? Roses? Or- chids? Carnations? Baby’s Breath? A wrist corsage or one she can pin to her dress? With so many styles to choose from, mom is often called upon for advice. Or, as Jerry Bishop did, some turn to the florist for help. “I was unsure of what I wanted, but I knew the florist had experience and could help me out.” The daily beauty routine takes on extra importance as the girls spend added time and care to acquire that special look for the evening. While some stick to their normal hair style, others add more curl or do something more glamorous than usual. Then, after finalizing her appear- ance, it’s time for last-minute adjust- ments to her dress. Once the gown is on, she realizes it looks better on her than it did on a hanger in the closet. Many adults believe that all the ef- fort and money spent on the prom is frivolous because the evening lasts such a short time. Their view isn’t shared by most students who attend the big dance, however. As Beth Phelps explained, “those memories last a lifetime and I wouldn’t want to miss out on them.” In preparation for the prom. Clint Burke takes TLC fixing up his car. Former Queen and King, Renade Kline and Marc Ruedas. lead the grand march at the junior-senior prom. Junior-Senior Prom-73 JUNIOR OLYMPICS In the obstacle course event. Kristi Mer- ino zig-zags her way through the tires for a first place win. Shoveling food down as fast as they can in the fruit salad event are Keith New- man. Felix Macias and Terry Garcia. Judging the event is Mr. Larry Roche. As anchor for the sophomore tug-of-war team. Sally Vega struggles to gain her footing. The class of ’87 lost to the ju- niors, but beat the seniors for third place. Juniors beat seniors by a tug Traditionally the senior class wins the annual Junior Olympics, but such was not the case in the spring of ’85. On the basis of their victory in the boys’ tug-of-war, the class of ’86 pulled an upset. The class of ’87 had sored to an early lead after three events but found themselves in last place at the end of the day. “We started off so good,” commented class representa- tive Becky Tellez. “I don’t know what happened.” Several new events were added to the competition including tennis ball bowling in which the freshmen placed first. One of the more exciting events to watch was the race through the obsta- cle course. In the first phase, contes- tants had to hop down the field in a gunny sack. Sophomore James Coo- per took a tumble and landed face first on the ground. As James later explained, “I was on the next-to-the- last leg of the race. I figured it would be quicker to flip over the mats in- stead of sliding over them like every- one else. My strategy proved incor- rect, however, and I hit the ground face first.” The gunny sack also presented problems for Tammy Grime. “I had one foot caught in the gunny sack when I was trying to run the tires,” admitted Tammy after the race. For Dori Hale, the mats at the end of the obstacle course proved to be an almost insurmountable hazard. “I guess I was just too short and I was laughing so hard I couldn’t get over,” said Dori. 74-Junior Olympics While members of the junior class cheer on their team. Artie Marin. Jon Varela. Robert Carrasco and Chad Bates pull their way to victory in the tug-of-war. “Just my size!” exclaims Chris Saiz as he pushes his way to a victory on the tricycle in the obstacle course event. Concentrating on the bucket. Jannete Clark rolls a ball down the lane in the tennis ball bowling event. The sopho- mores did poorly in the event finishing in last place. Carefully cradling the balloon. Richard Ruedas successfully competes in the balloon toss. He and his partner. Libby Chavez, came in first in the event. Junior Olympics-75 Members of the class of ’85, Jo Ann Si- erra. Tom Stinson. David Mullen. Jose Olivas. Joseph Ortiz, and Dale Patter- son line up in preparation for the pro- cessional at commencement exercises. Prior to the baccalaureate service, Amalia Calderon and Carrie Short make some last-minute adjustments to An- nette Florez’s cap and gown. Showing their affection. Duane Sanders and Martha Gonzales share a private moment before baccalaureate. 76-Graduation Spirit of the hill not forgotten Windows, tile floors, stairs, 3:30 blasts, and “the Hill” had special meaning for the members of the class of ’85. They were all reminders of their freshman year as the seniors were the last class to attend the old high school. “Carol Mena’s graduation speech really brought back a lot of memo- ries,” remarked Jacqueline Cooper. “I will always remember my four high school years, but my freshman year will stand out as the most special be- cause it was the last year on the Hill.” Commencement speaker Jake Rowden also reminisced about his days in Morenci as a coach and a teacher. Special recognition was giv- en by the graduating seniors to Mr. George Hearn and Mr. Ed Pfeifer, two former teachers who retired in 1981. After receiving her diploma, Jac- queline Cooper summed up her feel- ings by holding up a sign that read, “I Love You Mom Dad.” As they wait for commencement exer- cises to begin, Elisa Borjon, Darlene Ll- zarraga. Melissa Rocha, and Gerrie Ve- lasquez, share their thoughts and dreams for the future. Graduation-77 Mea t In hiemem Disasters and violence dominate headlines It was a year of disasters and ter- rorism. Floods, earthquakes and hur- ricanes killed more than 40,000 peo- ple around the world and airplane crashes took nearly 2,000 lives. In June, terrorists hijacked a TWA flight in Athens, Greece, holding some people hostage for 17 days. One American was killed in the inci- dent. One American was also killed when Palestinian terrorists hijacked the Achille Lauro, an Italian cruise ship. A Japan Air Lines 747 crashed into a Japanese mountain on August 12 killing all 524 people aboard. It was a death record for a single commercial airliner. In September, back-to-back earth- quakes rocked Mexico killing at least 7,000 people and injuring more than 30,000. Two months later, Colum- Ceremonies were held throughout the year at the Vietnam Memorial in Wash- ington, D.C. to commemorate the tenth anniversary of the fall of the Saigon government in Vietnam. The Memorial is inscribed with the names of more than 58,000 dead or missing soldiers from the Vietnam war. bia’s Nevado del Ruiz volcano erupt- ed. Mud smothered the town of Ar- mero, killing 25,000 people. An entire city block was destroyed in Philadelphia when police tried to evict members of the radical group MOVE from their fortified house by dropping a small bomb on the build- ing. President Reagan and Soviet lead- er Mikhail Gorbachev met for the first time in November. The meeting in Geneva was the first summit between the U.S. and the Soviet Union in six years. The death of movie star Rock Hud- son from AIDS riveted world atten- tion on a disease that frightened ordi- nary citizens. The medical community estimated that the virus has infected half a million Americans. Other well-known movie stars who died during the year included: Orson Welles, 70; Ruth Gordon, 88; Phil Silvers, 73; Yul Brynner, 65; and Anne Baxter, 62. A new national holiday, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday, was cele- brated for the first time on January 20. On the sports scene, the Kansas City Royals defeated the St. Louis Cardinals to win the World Series. Cincinnati Reds player-manager Pete Rose broke Ty Cobb’s career hit re- cord with No. 4,192. The Chicago Bears ended 22 years of frustration by winning the NFL title with their 24-0 victory over the Los Angeles Rams. The shutout was the Bears’ second of the playoffs, setting an NFL record. As the underdog wild card winner, the New England Patriots routed the Miami Dolphins 31-14 to win the AFC title — their first win in Miami in 19 years. In Super Bowl XX the Bears humil- iated the hapless Patriots by the score of 46-10. In the entertainment world, con- certs were held to benefit starving people in Africa and farmers in Amer- ica. Bruce Springsteen, Tina Turner, and Madonna were on top of the mu- sic industry. In the marketplace, videocassettes and recorders were the hot items. Not so hot was New Coke, which wasn’t well received by consumers. Blue-collar troubadour Bruce Spring- steen reigns as the undisputed Boss of rock n’ roll. His concerts throughout the country were sell-outs. After being chosen as the firs civilian to go into space, teacher Christa McAu- liffe folds her training uniform as she packs for a trip to Houston to begin her training. Her selection ended in trage- dy, however, when the Challenger space shuttle exploded one minute after take off on January 28, killing all seven crew members. Shortly after disclosing that he had AIDS, movie star Rock Hudson died at the age of 59. The Chicago Bears’ William “The Re- frigerator’’ Perry jumps to his feet after diving over the Green Bay Packers de- fensive line for a one-yard touchdown in the Bears’ victory. Perry’s success on the gridiron early in the season, made him an almost instant celebrity. 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Taylor Mr. and Mrs. Joe Malloque Mr. and Mrs. Charles Boling and Family Mr. and Mrs. Rudy Gutierrez Jacquelyn Wright and Alisha Michelle Wright Rodriguez The Lanny Waldorf Family • Lanny, Diana, Kimberly, Lansing Scott Diana Waldorf Mr. Mrs. Hugh Aker Family Murl Fay Johnson Mr. Mrs. Greg Griffin Family The Allen Stoner Family George, Valerie Derek Smith The Class with class! - ’89 Glenn and Barbara Wood Family Mr. and Mrs. Bill Carr We Miss You Becky - Varsity Cheers Mr. and Mrs. Marlin Treadaway Linda Lupe Munoz Dan, Sonnie, Murl Paul Easley Mr. Mrs. Mike Rocha Annette Julie Carr Mr. and Mrs. Richard Harper Family Mr. and Mrs. Jack Thompson The Annis Family Fairbanks Middle School Philip, Mary, Eric Megan Rodriguez Watkins’ Dealers - Ed Vlv Gonzales Ruben, Florence, Suzie Chris Valdez The Class of ’87 Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Lakey “SOPHOMORES” - THERE IS NO SUBSTITUTE Richard Duran Eppie and Becky Morales and Family Michelle, Micah, Monty Mercl Ray Mr. Mrs. Lester Patterson The Duran Family Wilson Linda Gaethje Steve, Sandra, Jennifer Jaren Hudgens Mr. Mrs. Bob Nabor Sons Hector, Grace, Christine, Monica and Paul Cervantez Tony Morales Gloria Moreno Mr. Lindquist Brooke and Jason Nuttall The Nicolas Armijo Family Congratulations Class of '86 Mr. and Mrs. David Woodall and Casey Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Weisling Mr. and Mrs. Tony Boling Mr. and Mrs. Philip Martinez, Selina and Christina Mr. and Mrs. Kelly O’Neill A friend of the Cats CONGRATULATIONS VOLLEYBALL SQUAD CLASS A-DIVISION B STATE CHAMPS Sponsors-83 ! MORENCI THEATRE Managers of the Morencl Theatre are Lyle and Linda Morgan. Congratulations Grads! Serving as “Whiskers for the ’85- 86 school year Is sen- ior Beth Phelps. RILEY'S I SERVING ALL GREENLEE COUNTY COMPLETELY COMPUTERIZED PRESCRIPTION PHARMACY YEAR END TAX STATEMENTS HEALTH RECORDS MONDAY THRU SATURDAY 9 A.M. TIL 6 P.M. SUNDAYS HOLIDAYS 10 A.M. TIL 2 P.M. ---PRESCRIPTION PHONE_ 865-2252 ★ VETERINARIAN SUPPLIES ★ CANDIES ★ COSMETICS ★ BABY NEEDS ★ TOYS ★ FILM ★ DEVELOPING CAMERAS ★ JEWELRY STEREO TAPES GIFTS ★ GREETING CARDS POCKET BOOKS ★ LARGE MAGAZINE STAND ---COSMETICS A GENERAL____ 84-Advertising Whiskers Wright On Productions Congratulations to the Graduating Class of 1986 Keven Wright, Owner P.O. Box 967 Clifton, AZ Phone 865-2712 ANYTOWN. BOYS’ STATE AND GIRLS' STATE REPRE- SENTATIVES: FRONT ROW: Steve Brannon. Peggy Scheler, Pam Willard. 2ND: Beth Phelps, Annette Rocha, Martin Gherna. Murl Easley. BACK ROW: Daniel Lopez. Southwest Educational Center 99 Verbena, Morenci, AZ 85540 Congratulations Seniors on a job well done! Anytown Boys’ Girls’ State Advertlslng-85 phElps dadqe UCorporation MORENCI BRANCH OVER A CENTURY OF GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT WITH ARIZONA 86- Advertising Junior Monica Lopez checks out the features of an '84 Ford 415 South Coronado Boulevard Clifton, Arizona 85533 C3c£ FORD Howell's Copper State Motors Inc. LTD. COLE'S PIZZA H J R Chevron Tires and Accessories Ward's Canyon Phone 865-5291 Hwy. 666, Railroad Boulevard Clifton, Arizona Clifton, Arizona BAND MEMBERS: FRONT ROW: Kim Waldorf, Francie Rodriguez. Leslie Terry. 2ND: Heather Arm. Shanna Brinkley. Jody Baray, Janet Humphrey, Glnny Kelso, Julie Baker. Dianne Hartley, Michelle Padilla, Crls Robillard. 3RD: Jackie Moffett. Ann Annis. Kim Munoz, Rachel Bates, Jennifer Thompson. Natalie Boling. Nancy Gonzales. Ilda Pedrosa. Amy Wood. Melissa Gaethje. 4TH: Tamara Sherrell. Christine Cervantez, Shane Robillard. Nikki Stoner, Anita Withrow. 5TH: David Willard. Hector Acuna, Libby Chavez. Nellie Aguilar. Vicente Reyna. Lisa Velasquez. Joe Stoner, Lisa Taylor. 6TH: James Munoz, Shawn Smith. Cindy Leatherwood, Fudi Pena. Chad Aker. Chris Hughes. 7TH: David Jackson. Frank Benavidez, David Gonzales. Richelle Harper, Rene Sandoval. Steven Butler, Jason Schern. BACK ROW: Jonathan Bourlaque, Justin Flowers. Band Advertisement-87 N. Coronado Blvd. Phone: 865-3828 P.O. Box 635 Clifton, AZ 85533 HEY, SMARTY! If you’re a student getting “B’s” or better, you may qualify for Farmers — in the form of special bonus lower rates on your auto insurance. Call today and get the facts on Farmers money-saving Good Student Auto Policy. Danny Merrill, Agent Holladay's Photo Emporium Cameras, Photo Supplies, Frames Wedding Portraits Announcements Senior Pictures and Announcements FLAC Echa LX FLAG CORPS Includes: FRONT ROW: Monica Gonzales, Beth Phelps, Co-Captain; Judy Moreno. Co-Captain; Valerie Echave. BACK ROW: Kelly Morton, Christina Pingleton, Patty Dunagan, Teri Roblllard, Mlml Fencll. 88-Advertising Flag Corps Kristin's Morenci Plaza Morenci, AZ 865-4177 Hours Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Best Wishes To The Class Of 1986 ROCK BAND: FRONT ROW: Jannete Clark. Terl Robll- lard. 2ND: Francle Rodriguez. BACK ROW: Anthony Vas- quez. Chad Aker. Brian Looby, Dave Jackson, Mr. Roger Munozi, leader. Lowest Prices In Eastern Arizona Blue Ribbon Service Family Owned And Operated Nice Change Salon 718 Central Avenue Safford, Arizona Phone: 428-1844 YELLOW FRONT We specialize in complete hair care for men and women Where Everybody Saves Everyday 369 Coronado Boulevard Clifton, Arizona Phone: 865-3682 North Coronado Blvd. Clifton, AZ Rock Band Advertising-89 CONGRATULATIONS AND BEST WISHES CLASS OF 1986 Compliments of Frank Alvidrez DANENHAUER INSURANCE AGENCY Phone: Box 1238 865-3142 Clifton, Arizona 90-Advertisements Trying to choose from the wide variety of food available are: Annette Lizarraga. Darlene Espinoza. Kim Munoz. Judy Moreno, and Jennifer Thompson. Managers: Leo, Agnes, and Larry Ross Phone 865-4944 Morenci Plaza NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Includes: FRONT ROW: Beth Phelps. Annette Rocha. BACK ROW: Pam Willard, Martin Gherna, Murl Easley, Peggy Scheler. Singer, Kirby, Viking Bernina, Filter Queen, Pfaff Wa Ineck's Safford Sewing Center Authorized Singer Dealer 302 Highway 70, Safford, Arizona 85546 Phone: 428-0494 We sell the best and service the rest BEST WISHES GRADUATES Mr. Jackie D. Cooper Greenlee County Superviser and Mrs. Helen J. Cooper N.H.S. Advertisements-91 SPANISH NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Includes: FRONT ROW: Lorraine Varela, Hector Salazar, Peggy Scheier. BACK ROW: Martin Gherna, Cecilia Bustamante. Good Luck Seniors Cueto Drilling Co 334 Shannon Hill, Clifton, AZ 865-2150 or 687-1647 Joe and Ray Cueto Jim C. Johnson Agent Car • Home • Life • Health Serving Greenlee and Graham Counties Good Luck Seniors 428-2546 SAFFORO GREENLEE PRINTING 865-4186 CLIFTON FRIENDLY RELIABLE ”FULLY EQUIPPED FOR YOUR PRINTING • BUSINESS FORMS • MEDICAL FORMS • BOOKLETS • TABLOIDS • FLYERS • MAILING SERVICE • NEWSLETTERS P.0. BOX 1295, CUFTON, A2 85533 QUILL AND SCROLL SOCIETY Includes: FRONT ROW: Shelly Ruedas, Grace Franco. 2ND: Steve Brannon, An- nette Rocha, Francie Rodriguez. BACK ROW: Pam Wil- lard, Murl Easley, Becky Peru. 92-Advertising S.N.H.S. Quill Scroll ESTES DRUG ■ • ‘V' UJif W UEMU ULU iiMiuui f.| limi«i� Looking for just the right color, Darlene Espinoza chooses from the many available shades. Fountain: 865-3171 Prescriptions: 865-3112 SEE US FOR ALL FAMILY NEEDS Cosmetics, Perfumes Gifts, Cards, Baby Supplies and Prescription Drugs Advertlslng-93 SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS AND RE- PRESENTATIVES Include: Hector Sala- zar, rep.; Frank Benavidez, rep.; An- nette Rocha, rep.; Shelly Ruedas. treas.; Rudy Andazola, sec.; Francie Rodriguez, rep.; Beth Phelps, pres.; Lorraine Var- ela, vlce-pres. Weddings • Portraits • Family Settings Photo’s by Leonard for onv occasions Leonard Nelson p.O. Box 726 Phone 865-2538 Morencl, Arizona 85540 H R Block The Income Tax People Cindy Rutherford Mgr. Phone: 196 N. Coronado Blvd. 865-4814 Clifton, AZ 85533 mvumu ae - 'sen wip wrtHw iwtui CONGRATULATIONS MORENCI HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1986 JntrrnatUmal AaaortatUm of fflarlilntata and Aerospace Worker LOOOE NO. 1132 Morsnd, Arizona Morencl Miner’s Union Local 616 United Steel Workers of America 94-Advertlslng Senior Class Officers 2n not to become a person of success but ratber a person ofvalue. -SLlBert ‘Einstein VALLEY NATIONAL BANK © Congratulations Seniors CLIFTON LUMBER 403 S. Coronado Blvd. Phone Clifton, AZ 85533 865-3363 JCPenney Catalog Service Direct Home UPS Delivery Toll Free Number 1-800-222-6161 517 Main Street, Safford, AZ. JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS AND REPRESENTATIVES In- elude: FRONT ROW: Becky Tellez, sec.; Teresa Dayao, rep.; Kristina Richardson, treas. BACK ROW: Julie Baker, rep.; Lisa Taylor, rep.; Suzie Valdez, pres.; Lisa Garrett, rep.; Jay Petty, rep. Not Pictured: Libby Chavez, pres. arrett, Junior Class OffIcers Advertlslng-95 LATEST IN HAIR DESIGN act Tuesday-Saturday by Appointment Morenci Plaza 865-3691 WESTERN AUTO ASSOCIATE STORE David Green, Manager 627 Main Street Safford, AZ Phone: 428-0081 i. - v SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS AND REPRESENTA- TIVES include: FRONT ROW: Ginger Wiley, rep.; Alma Morales, sec.-treas.; Maria Valdez, rep. BACK ROW: Rich- ard Sandoval, rep.; Fudi Pena, pres.; Leslie Terry, vlce- pres.; Kristina Webb, rep. MORENCI MOTEL m Uiililfflfe morenci motel CKtMs ■■■ Restaurant Hours: Sun.-Sat. 5:00 a.m.-9 p.m. 96-Advertising Sophomore Class Officers EASTERN ARIZONA COURIER Affiliated With KCUZ Radio Serving Graham, Greenlee and Northern Cochise Counties Toll Free numbers: Morenci: 865-3737 Duncan: 359-2127 TALON'S EMPORIUM Distinct Apparel for Men Tuxedo Rental Missionary Headquarters Many Name Brands 430 Main Street, Safford, AZ Phone: 428-7201 P.O. Box 3060 Thatcher, AZ 85552 ® Phone: 428-6171 GILA VALLEY PLAZA HOME OF THE WHOPPER GREENLEE COUNTY JOB TRAINING Partnership Act Employment and Training Programs BURGfR KING FRESHMAN CLASS OFFICERS AND REPRESENTATIVES include: FRONT ROW: Natalie Boling, rep.; Valerie Echave. sec.-treas.; Melissa Gaethje, rep. BACK ROW: Nellie Aguilar, vice-pres.; Christine Cervantez, pres.: Ta- mara Sherrell, rep.: Monica Gonzales, rep. Chamber of Commerce 196 Coronado Blvd. Clifton, Arizona Freshman Class Offlcers Advertlslng-97 Phelps Dodge Mercantile Senior Murl Easley selects a pair of popular Levi 501 jeans from the large selection available in the clothing department. Morenci Plaza Your One-Stop Shopping Center Morenci, Arizona Trying out one of the car stereos on display is Norman 98-Advertising ORTEGAS SPORTSWORLD Quality Name Brands Athletic Footwear and Accessories Safford, Arizona Sears Catalog Store Phone: 865-4551 Morenci Variety Morenci Plaza Morenci, AZ Congratulations Seniors Best Wishes To The Class Of ’86 P.J. 'S 307 S. Coronado, Clifton, AZ STUDENT COUNCIL: FRONT ROW: Erma Villagomez, sec.; Martin Gherna, vice-pres.; Grace Franco, pres.; Mona Sanders, treas. 2ND: Kristina Richardson. Christine Cervantez. Becky Tellez. Teresa Dayao. Julie Baker. Beth Phelps. 3RD: Natalie Boling, Monica Gonzales. Valerie Echave. Nellie Aguilar. Maria Valdez. Kristina Webb. Melissa Gaethje. 4TH: Tamara Sherrell, Suzle Valdez. Annette Rocha, Lisa Garrett, Lisa Taylor. Ginger Wiley. Richard Sandoval, Francie Rodriguez. BACK ROW: Hector Salazar, Jay Petty, Samantha Byrne. Lorraine Varela. Frank Benavidez. Fudi Pena. Rudy Andazola. Student Council Advertislng-99 Energy is our business. Conserving it is everyone’s business. SOUTHWEST CHS !Oi 0 x Moots Optical • Whistle Stop Building (602) 428■ 1111 801 20th Avenue Salford. Arizona 85546 CIRCLE K Convenience Store Open 24 hours a day for all your needs. North Coronado Boulevard Clifton, Arizona Phone: 8653441 BIG FORMAL WEAR Tuxedos 125 Dandelion, Morenci, AZ BEST WISHES CLASS Dan's Strands A Hair Salon for Men and Women Who Care About Lookin’ Good OF 86 L= Congratulations to the Class of ’86 In York Valley “HCR 723” Phone: 687-1442 100-Advertising COFFER CAT STAFF: FRONT ROW: Kim Munoz. Darlene Espinoza. Judy Moreno. Ann Annls, Natalie Boling. Ginny Kelso. Becky Tellez. James Giacoletti. 2ND: Julie Carr. Jennifer Thompson, Christine Cervantez. Melody Brannon. Kristina Richardson. David Gonzales. Lisa Taylor. Julie Baker. Joe Stoner, Jonathan Bouriaque. 3RD: Dianne Hartley. Tamara Sherrell. Libby Chavez, Suzie Valdez, Rene Sandoval, Chris Hughes. Mona Sanders. Joel Bouriaque. BACK ROW: Steve Brannon. Grace Franco. Becky Peru, Shelly Ruedas. Annette Rocha. Francle Rodriguez. Annette Lizarraga. Pam Willard. Murl Easley, David Lakey, David Willard. Good Luck Clifton-Morenci Junior Rotarians from the Clifton-Morenci Rotary Club 1908 77vt 19S5 of Dedicated Service to the Community BALENTINE OFFICE PRODUCTS INC. 612 Main Street Safford, AZ Phone: 428-0840 Copper Cat Advertlslng-101 200 N. Coronado Boulevard Clifton, Arizona Good Luck Seniors 502 First Avenue Corner of Highway 666 70 Safford, Arizona 85546 Phone: 428-3170 ALLSTATE INSURANCE CO. Auto, Life. Homeowners Fire. Commercial and Health Clifton, Arizona Phone: 8654557 Agent: Don Sorrells SPANISH CLUB: FRONT ROW: Vicente Reyna, Nellie Aguilar, Paul Trujillo, Alma Morales. Becky Tellez. Monica Gonzales. Ginny Kelso, Suzie Valdez, Kristina Richardson, Dori Hale. Cecilia Bustamante, treas.; Pam Willard, sec. 2ND: Julie Baker. Deana Martinez. Rene Sandoval. Cris Robillard, Valerie Echave, Judy Moreno, Peggy Scheier, Hector Salazar, Kellie Rhodes, James Munoz. 3RD: Gilbert Gonzales. Lori Durr. Lorraine Sierra. Shelly Bryant, Christine Cervantez, Erma Villagomez, Mona Sanders. David Gonzales. Chris Valdez, Steven Butler, Richard Anderson. BACK ROW: Mark Vallejo. Sheri Durr, John Roman, Becky Gonzales, Kristi Merino. Lorraine Varela, pres.; Annette Rocha, vice pres.; David Willard, Rene Varela, Shane Robillard. Patrick Martinez. B D AUTO SUPPLY Napa Jobber Casa Manana Serving Authentic Mexican Food 102-Advertising Spanish Club CAROL S HALLMARK SHOP Mt. Graham Shopping Center Phone: 428-6211 Safford, Arizona VAN LEUVEN AWARD ENGRAVING Custom Screen Printing Manufacturers-Designers-Engravers Trophies • Plaques • Medals • Ribbons Name Plates • Executive Gifts 525 Main St., Safford, Arizona PEOPLE'S CLINIC Jorge O’Leary, M.D. Family Practice Congratulations Class of 1986 P.O. Box 1047 Clifton, AZ 85533 N. Coronado Blvd (602) 865-4000 i4000 i rA MORENCI WATER ELECTRIC Located above the crusher Is the No. 1 water treatment plant built In 1972. The No. 2 plant was completed In 1980. Advertising-103 IT'S A GOOD TIME FOR THE GREAT TASTE NACCARATI'S CHEVRON STATION Morenci Shopping Center GOOD LUCK MORENCI WILDCATS! McDonald's of Safford 1830 Thatcher Blvd. Safford, AZ 85546 CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF ’86 SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 104-Advertising Greenlee County’s Official Newspaper FRENCH CLUB: FRONT ROW: Shelly Bryant. Teresa Dayao. Peggy Scheler. 2ND: Lisa Taylor. Julie Carr, Beth Phelps, officer; Grace Franco, officer; Amy Wood. Ilda Pedrosa. BACK ROW: Dianne Hartley. Annette Llzarraga. Lorraine Varela, officer; Murl Easley. Anita Withrow. Pam Willard. NOT PICTURED: Julie Reyes, officer; Loretta Allen. Lisa Garrett, Dusty Sharp. MORENCI LIONS Proud Sponsors of the Annual Invitational Baseball Tournament Congratulate the Class of '86 Congratulations on a fine year! Morenci Pride Band Boosters Good Luck Seniors Dave's Body Shop 117 Hill Street Clifton, AZ Phone: 865-2548 French Club Advertising-105 Robert's Service and MODERN DRESS Dunlap SHOP We Service and Repair Your Car 411 Main Street ' Safford, Arizona 85546 f ] Jyj) North Coronado Boulevard Phone: 4280056 Clifton, Arizona UK AMERICAN FIELD SERVICE: FRONT ROW: Kristina Richardson. Becky Tellez. Christina Pingleton. Cris Robillard. Deana Martinez. Francie Rodriguez, vice-pres.; Julie Baker, sec. treas.; James Giacoletti, Shanna Gash, Anna Navarrete, Brenda Zevallos, Grace Boling. 2ND: Sandy Casiano, Amy Wood, Lisa Taylor, Beth Phelps, Shelly Bryant, Ilda Pedrosa. David Reyes, Jonathan Bouriaque. Lisa Garrett, Julie Reyes, program chairmen. 3RD: Lori Durr, Grace Franco, Erma Villagomez, Cecilia Bustamante, Kristi Merino, Lorraine Varela. Samantha Byrne, exchange student; Crissy Fencil. BACK ROW: Tony Scroggins, Shelly Ruedas, Becky Peru, Sheri Durr, Suzie Valdez, Martin Gherna, pres.; Frank Benavidez, Shane Robillard. Eric Forstrom, Steve Gaethje, Mimi Fencil, Kerry Barrick, Matthew Forstrom. CABLECOM OF CLIFTON-MORENCl 8654031 YOUR HBO CINEMAX HEADQUARTERS Morenci, Arizona 106-Advertising AFS Clifton-Morenci Exterminators The proud owners of Clifton-Morenci Exterminators are Lance and Bill Thomas. LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED Residential Commercial Industrial Service “Don’t Get Stung” Call The Local Crew Arizona License 135 CENTEI IARKET !CF T - 313 South Coronado Phone: Clifton, Arizona 865-5193 Johnson Motors-Nissan “Finest Of Both Worlds” Economy-Luxury Oldsmobile-Cadillac-Pontiac GMC Trucks-Nissan Daily 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Meats-Produce-Ice Canned Goods “Satisfaction is our Goal’ NEW SALES: 804 1st Ave. USED SALES: Hwy. 70 1st Ave. Large Selection of Used Inventory 428-0140 428-7150 Advertising-107 MHS MHS MHS MHS MHS MHS MHS MHS MHS CHESS CLUB 1.5 Buena 4.5 0 University 3 0 Santa Rita 3 2.5 Nogales .5 0 University B-Team 3 0 Amphi 3 1 Sunnyside 2 2 Sahuarita 4 0 Chaparral 3 WON 1 LOST 8 Best Wishes Class of ’86 William R. Senne Justice of the Peace CHESS CLUB: FRONT ROW: James Glacolettl. 2ND: Jonathan Bouriaque, Peggy Scheier. Pam Willard. Anth- ony Vasquez. BACK ROW: Adam Roman, Jason Stacy, Joey Epperson. Ivanho Mobile Home Park Sales We welcome winter visitors and retirees Ivan Hancock, Owner • Manager • 428-3828 Park: 3 miles east of Safford on Highway 70 Sales: Just east of Safford on Highway 70 OLYMPIC PIZZARAMA OF THATCHER, AZ 85552 GILA PLAZA (602) 428-4748 Snacks for every taste! EASTERN ARIZONA TOM'S SNACKS 108-Advertislng Chess Club OTW£ C O N T R ACTING COR P o BO� 188 Monrvi am (a bsmo Commercial Residential Remodeling Maintenance LicensedI Bonded and Insured Morenci, AZ 865-3411 Best Wishes to All the 1986 Graduates GOLDEN CORRAL FAMILY STEAK HOUSE 1805 Thatcher Boulevard Thatcher, AZ 85552 (602) 428-4744 Partner Manager Harry E. Preston Piling their plates high with items from the large selec- tion at the salad bar are Mona Sanders, Julie Carr, and Suzie Valdez. DRAMA CLUB: FRONT ROW: Becky Tellez, Kristina Richardson. Ginny Kelso. Monica Gonzales. Judy Moreno. Julie Baker, Michelle Ray, Nena Dominguez, Cris Robillard, James Giacoletti, Deana Martinez, Jannete Clark, Cara Garcia. 2ND: Samantha Byrne. Melissa Gaethje, Natalie Boling. Beth Phelps. Valerie Echave. Shelly Bryant, Lisa Garrett. Melody Brannon, Jackie Moffett, Dodi Stout, James Sweeney, Steve Turner. 3RD: Steve Brannon, Tamara Sherrell, Dianne Hartley, Christine Cervantez, Dori Hale. David Gonzales, llda Pedrosa, Julie Reyes, Crissie Fencil. Mimi Fencil, Shane Robillard. Bill Sheridan. BACK ROW: Kent Crotts. Suzie Valdez. Annette Lizarraga. Lisa Taylor. Amy Wood. Peggy Scheier, Pam Willard, Anita Withrow, Steve Gaethje, Frank Benavidez. Raymond Bendel. Drama Club Advertising-109 THG CHOICG OF A NG W GGNGR ATION “Hang Loose is the message given by MHS students on Hawaiian Day during Spirit Week. Pictured in front of the truck are Pam Morgan, James Glacoletti, Anna Navarrete, Erma Villagomez, Eric Mayheu, Pepsi distributor; Becky Tellez, Lisa Taylor, Jackie Moffett, Kristina Richardson. On top of the truck are Ernie Zevallos, Eric Forstrom, Lisa Garrett, Tina Bendel, Kathy Verdugo. Sandy Casiano, Suzle Valdez, Alma Morales, Lorraine Varela. 110-Advertising IGAA MEMBERS: FRONT ROW: Lisa Velasquez. Shelly Bryant. Shelly Ruedas. Anna Navarrete. 2ND: Dori Hale. Irma Paz. Shelly Harper. Erma Villagomez. Nikki Stoner. Shanna Gash. 3RD: Libby Chavez. Suzie Valdez. Lori Durr. Michelle Ray. Debra Patterson. Julie Carr. Lorraine Varela. Dianne Hartley. BACK ROW: Ginger Wiley. Annette Rocha. Becky Peru, Mona Sanders, Sheri Durr, Deana Martinez, Kristi Merino, Jennifer Thompson. LETTER CLUB MEMBERS: FRONT ROW: Vicente Reyna. Chris Saiz, Hector Salazar, vice president: Paul Horn. Richard Sandoval. 2ND: John Day, Daniel Lopez, board member: John Loya, Robert Carrasco, board member. 3RD: Dino Martinez. Ricardo Valdez, Kent Crotts. Orlando Abril. Mark Gaxiola. board member; Maurice Sandoval, board member; Martin Gherna. president. BACK ROW: Steve Brannon. Justin Flowers, Artie Marin. Steve Gojkovich. board member; Clint Burke. Rudy Andazola, sec.-treas. I.G.A.A. Letter Club-111 Wildcat Review CURTIS. KAY D.D.6. — 81 -fav i ids virus killed what popu- pj lar actor who last appeared on the soap. Dynasty? uosPnH Abril. Gabriel — 90. 59. 59 Abril Orlaodo — 2. 10. «8 55. 60. 70. Ill Acuna. Hector — 2b. 27. 87 Af uitar. Amy — 90 Aguilar. Greg — 48 Aguilar. Jeff — 22. 48. bS Aguilar. Nellie — 90. 91. 69. 87. 97. 99. 102 Aker. (had — 26. 46. 89. 90 Ahar. Jarod — 90. 91. 59 Aker Kuatv — 10 ALDER. HARDEN D O S. — 81 ALLEN FABRICS — 80 Allan, loraiia — 26. 105 ALLSTATE INSURANCE CO. — 102 ALV1DREZ. FRANK — 90 AMFRICAN FIELD SERVICE — 106 Andatola. Rudy — 10. 45. 55. 66. 72. 94. 99. Ill Anderaon. Richard — 90. 59. 102 Attala. Ann — 90. 87. 101 ANYTOWN REPRESENTATIVES — 85 Aragon. Richard — 10 Arm. Haalhar — 90 Arml|o. Brian — 71 HI ears defeated the New England Patriots by what -----'ll score in Super Bowl XX? 0192 ops stopped students for taking part in what extra curricular activity? sai||cy CABLECOM — 106 Calderon. Amalia — 7b CALDWELL FUNERAL HOME — 80 Campon. Ruben — 69 CAROL S HALLMARK — 109 Carr. Jolla — 29. 4b. 64. 101. 105. Ill Carraaco. Robert — 2. 12. 44. 55. 62. 63. 70. 72. 75. Ill CASA MANANA — 102 Canlano. Sandra — 22. 29. 24. 42. 66. 81. 106. 110 CENTER MARKET • 107 Cervante . Bobby — 31 Cervanter. Chrlallne — 31. 68. 71. 87. 97. 99. 101. 102. 109 Chaver. Eddie — 45 Chavea. Libby — 23. 42. 56. 75. 87. 101. Ill CHEERLEADERS. J V. — 82 CHEERLEADERS. VARSITY — 81 Chlltcky. Robert — 62 CIRCLE K — 100 Clark. Jannete — 23. 75. 89. 109 CLIFT ON LUMBER — 95 CLIFTON-MORENC! EXTERMINATORS — 107 CLIFTON- MORENO ROTARY CLUB — 101 CLONTS. KATIE — 81 COFFEEN. WILLIAM A — 81 COLE'S PIZZA — 87 CoIHer. Race — 31 Comaduran. Kirby — 31. 69 CONSOLIDATED TITLE CO. — 80 COOPER. JACKIE — 91 Cooper. Jamea — 23 COPPER CAT STAFF — 101 COPPER FRA — 104 Cork. Virgil — 34. 53 CROCKETT EMIL AGENCY — 82 Crotla. Kant — 12. 45. 109. Ill CUETO DRILLING CO. — 92 uring the girls J.V. bas- ketball game against Thatcher, what MHS player shot at the opponent's basket? DAN'S STRANDS — 100 DANENHAUER INSURANCE AGENCY — 90 DAVE'S BODY SHOP — 105 Day. Jon — 4. 23. 45. 55. 63. Ill Dayao. Rani — 22. 23. 48. 55. 60. 70 Dayao. Tereaa — 23. 53. 95. 99. 105 DeCoactol. Dennla — 33 DIANA'S SIX PACK — 88 Domlnguer. John — 13 Dominguez. Nana — 23. 109 Danagan. Ch Hat Inn — 23 Dunegan. Patty — 31. 88 Dunham. Eduard — 31. 54. 59 Durr. Lori — 26. 42. 102. 106. Ill Durr. Sheri — 8. 13. 40. 42. 102. 106. Ill DYNASTY TRAVEL — 81 gg throwing at homecom- ing floats was started by which class? sjojua§ jo pup sajouioqdo§ E 8. G FLOOR COVERINGS — 81 HAD AUTO — 102 Bora. Randy — 10. 20. 55 Baker. Julie — 22. 40. 64. 87. 95. 99. 101. 102. 106. 109. 112 BALENTINF OFFICE PRODUCTS INC — 101 Baray. Jody — 90. 87 Batrick. Kerry — 10. 50. 65. 106 Barry. Clint — 48. 49 Batea. ( had — 22. 55. 75 Batea. Rachel — 30. 67. 87 Begay. Brenda — 26 Benavidez. Frank — II. 87. 94. 99. 106. 109 Bendel. Raymond — 22. 109 Baadcl. Tina — 90. 31. 53. 56. 58. 59. 67. 110 Bend la. Wanda — 26 Berra. Philip — 17 Beal. Jeff — 45 BIG EV — 100 Bllea. Stephan — II. 46 Boggeee. Kelly — 30 Bolden. Laura — 25 Boling. Natalie — 30. 31. 87. 97. 99. 101. 106. 109 Boling. Tony — 37 Borjon. El tea — 16. 77 Boortague. David — 45 Bourlague. Edward — 34 Bourlague Joel — 90. 36. 53. 59. 101 Bourlague. Jonathan — IS. 90. 87. 101. 106. 108 BOYS' STATE REPRESENTATIVES — 85 Brannon. Melody — 90. 82. 101. 109 Brannon. Steve — II. 46. 85. 92. 101. 109. Ill Brinkley. Shanna — 90. 53. 59. 87 Brown. Edwin — 26. 59. 63 Brown. Joehua — 31 Brown. Kacy — 22 Bryant. Michelle — 2. 7. 22. 42. 50. 56. 59. 64. 102. 105. 106. 109. Ill BUFFO S JEWELRY — SO BURGER KING — 97 Burke Clint — II. 55. 65. 73. Ill Buatamante. Cecilia Yvonne — 12. 92. 102. 106 Buatamaatc. David — 31 Butler. Steven — 31. 87. 102 Byrne. Samantha — 12. 14. 15. 99. 106. 109 After seeing “Pee Wee Herman’s Big Adventure.” Julie Baker. Lisa Taylor, and Amy Wood dance to the band’s ver- sion of “Tequilla” at a basketball game. 112-Wildcat Review Mm! — 8. is. 85. 81. 92. 98. 101. 105 EASTERN ARIZONA COURIER — 97 F.chave. Valeria — SI. 82. 88. 97. 99. 101 Eden . Jack — SO. 37. «2. 45. 55 Epparaon. Joay — 20 Eaplnoaa. Darlene — 20. 91. 93. 101 ESTES DRUG — 93 lame broiled whoppers made what average Amer- ican person famous? qic H Falcon. Richard — 31. S3 FARMER'S INSURANCE — HM FASHION CROSSROADS — 80 Faulkner. Roy — 34. 35. 38 Fancil. Crlaale — 13. 100. 109 Fancll. Mlml — 31. 88. 100. 109 FIESTA FLOWERS — 82 Fllleman. Sat — 30 FLAG CORPS — 88 Flora . Alas — 23 Flora . Annalia — 76 Flow ra. Ju.tln — 13. 40. 47. 55. 60. 87. Ill Foralrom. Eric — 4. 23. 55. 62. 03. 05. 100. 110 Foralrom. Mallhaw — 31. 53. 100 4-M FIRESTONE — 81 Franco. Grac — IS. 21. 07. 72. 92. 99. 101. 105. 100 FRENCH CLUB — 105 FRESHMAN CLASS OFFICERS AND REPRESENTATIVES — 97 Fallen. Samuel — 20. 40 Gaatht . Slavan — 13. 48. 55. 100. 109 Gala. Noralaa — 34. 30. 40. 50 Gal . Ryan — 31. 53 Garcia. Boo 11 — 31 Garcia. Cara — 23. 109 Garcia. Jaeon — 13 Garcia. Jerry — 26. 53 Garcia. Tarrl — 74 Garrall, I laa — 7. 23. 24. 25. 04. 81. 95. 99. 105. 100. 109. 110 Gaah. Shan... — 13. 41. 42. 50. 50. 100. Ill Gaah. Tonna — 31. 53. 58. 59 Gaalola. Mark — 13. 45. 55. 60. Ill Gaalola. Richard — 26. 53. 59. 60 Gharna. Marlin — 8. 13. 35. 45. 55. 00. 72. 85. 91. 92. 99. 100. Ill Glacolattl. Jam� . — 31 39. 101. 100. 108. 109. 110 Gilliland. Roaallr — 30 GIRLS’ STATE REPRESENTATIVES — 85 Glodla. John — 2. 30. 37 Gojkovlch. Slav — 2. 14. 48. 55. 60. 67. 72. 111. 118 GOMEZ. ROBERT — 80 Gonrelea. David — 26. 28. 48. 53. 59. 87. 101. 102. 109 Gonial . Edward — 31 Gon alaa. Gilbert — 31. 53. 03. 102 Gonial . Martha — 17. 42. 76 Goaiale . Monica — 31. 88. 97. 99. 102. 109 Gonial . Nancy — 20. 42. 87 Gotualaa. Rebecca — 31. 102 Goniale . Sandra — 31. 67 Goodwin. Brad — 32 Gordon. E — 44 Gordon. Gref — 32. 53 Gray. Shatry — 26 GREENLEE COUNTY JOB TRAINING — 97 GREENLEE PRINTING — 92 Greenwell, Sean — 32 GrlHln. Joa — 32 Grova. Dav — 23. 48. 55 Gnlllory. Chatlaa — 14 E'-ll iris volleyball team beat - which school in the state =d finals? looips MS H J� MWqjL GaalhJ . Mellaaa — 31. 50. 59. 87. 97. 99. 109 alley's Comet appeared in 1986 for the first time in how many years? 9 L H 8 R BLOCK — 94 HACIENDA MOTORCYCLES — 80 Main . Harold III — 32 HAIR ODYSSEY — 90 Hal . Dorl — 20. 42. 53. 59. 102. 109. 111. 119 Hal . Lori — 26 Harpat. Rlchalla — 27. 42. 50. 05. 87. Ill Hartley. Dianna — 23. 40. 87. 101. 105. 109. Ill Hamanda . Joa — 54 Hill. Kalhlaan — 30 Hina . Joyce — 42 HOLLADAY'S PHOTO — 88 HOOTS OPTICAL - 100 Horn. Paul — 14. 30. 45. 68. 72. Ill Horn. Sam — 27. 45 HOWELL S COPPER STATE — 87 Hitdpen . Jaren — 09 Hudgan . Sandra — 34 Hudaon. Rock — 79 Hugh . Chrl — 23. 87. 101 Humphrey. Anthony Chari — 14. 45. 55 Humphrey. Janal — 23. 87 n which class did the president resign after threats of impeachment? aiouioqdos Imrich. Jo — 14 INCOTAX — 80 INTERSCHOLASTIC GIRLS' ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION — 111 laaaca. Aaron — 59 Ivey. Darien — 14 unior class won what place in the homecoming float competition? js-iy JAR CHEVRON — 87 Jackoon. Dav — 14. 87. 89 John . Jacquelyn — 27 Johnaon. Brad — 23. 48 JOHNSON. JIM C. — 92 Johnaon. Marty — 27. 71 JOHNSON MOTORS-NISSAN — 107 JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS AND REPRESENTATIVES — 95 r-wj- UPD sent what popular IA: DJ throughout the state I- T_JJ to collect canned foods at Christmastime. W«d ..auO Pl‘ Y aq±.. Kalao. Glnny — 32. 87. 101. 102. 109 Klnrteberg. Brace — 34. 48 Kiln . Ranada — 73 HOPPER KETTLE KAFE — 91 KRISTIN'S — 89 K roe gel. Greg — 03 indquist was a new teach- er in which department at MHS? aouapg Lakey. David — 27. 40. 101 Lara. Ralph — 34 After being crowned “Miss Merry Christmas”, Gloria Valdez shares a dance with her brother Ricardo at the holiday event sponsored by Student Council. Wildcat Review-113 Wildcat Review Lealherwood. Cynthia — 23. N 87 lerktenberger. John — 34 LETTER CLUB — III Leyva . Danny — 22. 83 Llcano. Ka.cn — 14 I lnd |ul l. Dave — 34 LINES. RICHARD B.. D.D.S. — 80 Lliarrag . Annette — 7. 15. 21. 91. 101. 105. 109 Ltaarraga. Darlene — 48. 77 Looby. Brian — 15. 84 Lope� . Daniel — 2. 15. 48. 49. 55. 72. 85. 111. 118 Lope� . Joaa — 83 Lope� , t.oeia — 48 lope� . Mlaay — 42 Lope . Monica — 23. 53. 87 LOVETT. JOSEPH S — 81 toy a. Johnny — IS. 48. 54. 55. 80. 61. 70. 72. Ill Lucero. Phillip — 27 LUNDELL. R KIRK D.D.S. — 81 iss Merry Christmas crown was won by what senior girl? zaPIBA b‘«k j9 ql ame the only MHS teach- er who has a Clifton High y School booster's card. sua6pnn v?jpue§ sj NACCARAT1S CHEVRON STATION — 104 NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY — 91 Navarret . Anna — 11. 16. 41. 51. 58. 108. 110. Ill NavarTela. Becky — 36 Navarteie. Carol — 38 Navarret . Tommy — 34. 35. 53. 80 Newman. Keith — 74 NICE CHANGE SALON — 89 Nuttall. Lynne — 42. 45 klahoma Sooners won what NCAA collegiate title? Iieqiooj Peete. Deldre — 30. 32. 53 Pena. Fudl - 28. 45. 53. 83. 87. 98. 99 Pena. Monica — 24 PENNEY. JC — 95 Penry. Richard — 29 PEOPLE S CLINIC — 103 PEPSI COLA BOTTLING CO. — 110 Pare . Bobby — 28 Pere� . Laura — 24 Perry. William — 79 Pert.. Rebecca — 14. 41. 42. 43. 50. 51. 58. 72. 82. 92. 101. 108. Ill Petty. Jay — 7. 24. 48. 55. 80. 9S. 99 Phelpa. Beth — 8. 16. 83. 88. 70. 72. 84. 85. 88. 91. 94. 99. 105. 108. 109 PHELPS DODGE CORPORATION — 88 PHELPS DODGE MERCANTILE — 98 PHOTOS BY LEONARD — 94 Ptnglaton. Chrtatlna — 29. 42. 88. 108 P.J.'a — 99 POI LOCK WESTERN STORE — 80 Power . Tiffany — 71 Power . Tom — 37 Pratt. Dave — 114 Prevoat. Ray — 48 Price. Jimmy — 32 PRIDE BAND BOOSTERS — 105 ualifying for a track meet in Germany was which MHS student? Maclaa. Fella — 27. 45. 53. 83. 74 Madden. Kathy — 42 Madden. Patti — 42 Mae . Kim — 24 Maldonado. CaWe — 48 Malloeae. U a — 42 MARCHING BAND — 87 Mertn. Arturo — 2. 18. 55. 75. Ill Martinet. David — 48 Martinet. Deana — 16. 28. 40. 42. 102. 108. 109. Ill Martinet. Ditto — 24. 35. 48. Ill Marline . Eddie — 27 Martinet. Patrick — 32. 102 Mayhcw. Eric — 110 MrAtrllffe. Chriata — 79 MCDONALDS — 104 Medina. Jaaon — 21. 27. 83 Medina. Mario — 30. 32. 59 Mena. Carol — 17 Mendet. Ralph — 27. 53. 59 Merino. Jackie — 27 Merino. Krlatl — 16. 41. 42. 43. 50. 58. 70. 74. 102. 108. Ill Merrill. Melanie — 27 Milligan. Darrah — 32 Mlnker. Allen — 81 Mitchell. Lealle — 28. 52. 53. 63 Mitchell. Suianne — 16 MODERN DRESS — 106 Moffett. Jackie — 32. 87. 109. 110 Molina. Debbie — 16 Molina. Denlae — 24 Montoya. Brian — 24. 80. 70 Morale . Alma — 7. 28. 53. 58. 58. 59. 98. 102. 110 MORF.NCI FIRE ASSOCIATION — 101 MORENO LIONS CLUB — 105 MORF.NCI MOTEL — 98 MORENCI THEATER — 84 MORENCI VARIETY — 99 MORENCI WATER 8 ELECTRIC — 103 Moreno. Jamea — 22. 24 Moreno. Judy — 28. 48. 59. 85. 88. 91. 101. 102. 109 Moreno. Michael — 48 Morgan. Kyle — 28. 83 Morgan. Leroy — 28 Morgan. Linda — 84 Morgan. Lyle — 84 Morgan. Pamela — 32. 110 Morton, Anna — 21 Morton. Kelly — 28. 29. 88 Mollen. David — 45. 76 Mullen. Ma — 32 Molleneau . Roy — 32 Mono� . Jamea — 32. 83. 87. 102 Mono� . Kim — 28. 50. 87. 91. 101 Mono . Roger — 34. 89 Murillo. Anthony — 22. 24. 48. 60. 61 Popular KUPD disc jockey Dave Pratt signs autographs for local students. Morenci was just one of Pratt’s many stops as he visited towns throughout Arizona collecting canned goods for needy families. OASIS CHEVROLET-BUICK — 80 O Coyne. Tabble — 28. 59 Oliva . AM — 32. 53. 83 Oliva . Joe — 76 Orona. Genevieve — 32 ORTEGA'S SPORTSWORLD — 99 Ortl . Joe — 48. 76 resident Reagan called P what mideastern leader a -M-— “barbarian and a r? ‘flake rijepeq jeuiuico Padilla. Gilbert — 48. 83 Padilla. Michelle — 28. 87 PATRONS' ADS — 80. 81 Patteraon. Dale — 48. 76 Patteraon. Debra — 7. 24. 48. 47. Ill Pat. Irma — 16. 48. Ill Pat. Stanley — 16 Pedro . IIda — 24. 87. 105. 108. 109 Peete. Clifford — 28. 48. 58. 59. 60 Peete. Dawn — 24. 42. 53 iezejeg jopajq QUILL AND SCROLL SOCIETY — 92 Quinn. Jackie — 80 Qwlrot. Steve — 16 ise above the ordinary was the theme for what L YJ MHS event? SmuiODauiOH ucqp seg Ramlre . Kathy — 30. 32 Ray. Mlcah — 29. 53 Ray. Michelle — 24. 42. 48. 53. 109. Ill Reed. David — 29 Reyaa. David — 32. 108 Rcyea. Julie Ann — 17. 105. 108. 109 Reyna. Vicente — 29. 45. 83. 87. 102. 111. 115 Rhode . Kellie — 24. 53. 102 Rlchardaon. Bill — 8. 37 Rlchardaon. Krtatlna — 8. 24. 25. 81. 95. 99. 101. 102. 106. 109. 110 114-Wildcat Review RILEY'S UNITED DRUG STORE — 84 ROBERT S SERVICE - 106 RchtlL.d. Crla - 24. 46. 2. 47. 102. 106. 109 Robillard. Shane - 32. 87. 102. 106. 109 Robillard. Terl — 30. 32. 88. 89 Rocha. Annex. - 9. 17. 42. 43. 50. 56. 68, 70. 71. 72. «2. 85. 91. 92. 94. 99. 101. 102. Ill Rocha. Melissa — 71. 77 Rocha. Larry — 34. 74 ROCK BAND — 89 RODE INN HOTEL — 80 Rodala. Christine — 46 Rodala. Dabbla — 72 Rodrigues. Jody — 48 Rodrigues. Ftancle — 9. 17. 46. 69. 70. 72. 87 89. 92. 94. 99. 101. 106 Rodrigues. John — 29 Rodrigues. Robarl — 17. 55 Roman. Adam — 4. 24. 108 Roman. John - 32. S3. 59. 102 Roaa. Larry — 37 Roadaa. Hector — 37 Roadaa. Jaan — 36 Roadaa. Marc — 48. 73 Roadaa. Rlchaid — 7. 22. 24. 48. 55. 60. 66. 70. 75 Roadaa. Shelly — 9. 18. 20. 41. 46. 50. 51. 63. 72. 82. 92. 94. 101. 106 Roadaa. Tracy — 24. S2. 53 ylvester Stallone starred in which two block-buster movies during the year? ! A j3oy pup oquiey SAFTORD BUILDERS — 80 SAFFORD’S TOTAL LOOK — 80 SaU. Chela — 18. 44. 45. 63. 75. Ill SaU. Kathy — 32 Satarar. Harlot — 2. 16. 18. 19. 36. 45. 61. 68. 70. 72. 92. 94. 99. 107. Ill Sandara. Darren — 29. 48. 53. 59. 60 Senders. Du ana — 48. 76 Sandara. Mooa — 12. 16. 24. 52. S3. 70. 99. 101. 102. Ill Sandoval. Maorlce — IB. 55. 63. Ill Sandoval. Rena — 13. 32. 59. 64. 87. 101. 102 Sandoval. Richard — 29. 45. 53. 63. 96. 99. Ill Saucedo. Gabriel — 62 Scholar. Ken — 34 Scheier. Peggy — 9. 16. 19. 85. 91. 92. 102. 105. 108. 109 Schern. Jason — 32. 87 Scroggins. Toni — 24. 50. 51. 106 SEARS — 99 Scars. Kelly — 35. 54. 55. 59 SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS AND REPRESENTATIVES — 94 Senna. William — 34. 35 Sharp. Dusty — 29. 105 SHEPHERD OF THF HILLS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH — 104 Sheridan. Bill — 24. 109 Sheriell. Katie — 33 Sherrell. Tamara — 32. 33. 87. 97. 99. 101. 109 SH1FLET. IVAN L DOS. — 80 Short. Carrie — 76 Sierra. Jo Ann — 76 Sierra. Lorraine — 7. 24. 64. 102 Simms. Elsie — 80 SKINNER. LYNN W D.D.S. — 80 Smith. Shawn - 32. 53. 87 SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS AND REPRESENTATIVES — 96 SOUTHWEST EDUCATIONAL CENTER — 85 SOUTHWEST GAS — 100 SPANISH CLUB — 102 SPANISH NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY — 92 Spencer. Jamas — 24. 48. 69. 119 SPONSORS' ADS — 83 Springsteen. Bruce — 79 STACY. DAVID O D. — 80 Stacy. Jason — 32. 108 STEVENS. CYNDI — 81 STEVENS. LEE — 80 Stinson. Tom — 46. 76 Stoner. Joe — 25. 46. 87. 101 Stoner. Nlkhl — 19. 42. 87. Ill Stout. Dodl — 25 Strom. Travte — 33 STUDENT COUNCIL - 99 STUTE'S JEWELRY — 80 SUPER SPONSORS' ADS — 82 Sweeney. James — 33 r TI aking essential skills •| tests was disliked by -II what percentage of the student body? %00I TALON'S EMPORIUM — 97 Taylor. Use — 23. 25. 42. 64. 87. 95. 99. 101. 105. 106. 109. 110. 112 Teller. Becky — 24. 25. 81. 95. 99. 101. 102. 106. 109. 110 Terry. Leslie — 87. 96 Thomas. Bill — 107 Thomas. Jennifer — 19. 46. 91 Thomas. Keith — 46 Thomas. Lance — 107 Thomas. Larry — 29 Thompson. Jennifer - 29. 50. 65. 87. 101. Ill Thornton. Ann — 35 THRIFTEE SUPER MARKET — 89 Trampp. Flavio — 29 Tripp. Sean — 19 Tru|lllo. Paul — 33. 71. 102 Tucker. Gary — 19 Tucker. Tim — 25 Turner. Steve — 25. 109 .—fy:i| ictors in the Peanut Roll Vf were which two fresh- man students? zajucAi� 3 auijsuiQ pue o||ifnm iney Valder. Chris — 33. 53. 59. 102 Valder. Gloria — 19. 63. 113 Voider. Marla — 29. 42. 53. 56. 59. 96. 99. 119 Valder. Ricardo - 2. 19. 55. 72. 111. 113 Valder. Surle — 9. 12. 24. 25. 70. 81. 95. 99. 101. 102. 106. 109. 110. Ill Valle)o. Mark — 33. 102 VALLEY NATIONAL BANK — 95 VALLEY NUTRITION CENTER — 81 VAN LEUVEN AWARD 8 ENGRAVING — 103 Vanegas. Jeremy — S3. 53. 59 Varela. Jon — 25. 55. 75 Varela. Lorraine — 9. 19. 35. 41. 46. 50. 63. 70. 72. 92. 94. 99. 102. 105. 106. 110. Ill Varela. Rene — 29. 63. 102 Varela. Robbie — 33 Vasques. Anthony — 4. 25. 89. 108 Vaughn. Tom — 19 Vega. Ray — 31. 33 Vega. Sally — 25. 46. 74 Velasquer. Gerrte — 77 Velasques. Lisa — 7. 29. 42. 71. 82. 87. Ill Verdugo. Kathy — 24. 25. 36. 68. 81. 110 Villagomea. Erma — 19. 41. 50. 56. 71. 72. 99. 102. 106. 110. Ill illiam Perry was nick- named for what kitchen appliance? jojeaaBujay am Waldorf. Kimberly — 25. 27. 46. 59. 85. 87 Waldorf. Tammy — 25 WALNECK'S — 91 Walton. Gary — 35. 53. 56 Washington. John — 35 Webb. Kristina — 29. 50. 96. 99 Webb. Leslie — 25 Webre. Kimberly — 33 Wetoling. Gilbert — 37 Welellng. Nina — 35 Wane. Steve — 48 Attempting to smear shaving cream all over each other at the French and Span- ish Club initiation party are Vicente Reyna and David Willard. Wildcat Review-115 Wildcat Review WESTERN AUTO ASSOCIATE STORE — 96 WHELAN S JEWELRY — 82 WHISKERS — 84 Whit . Sonya — 43 WU«v. Ginger - 29. 42. S3. 96. 99. Ill WlllarJ. O.VI4 — � 3. S9. 64. 87. 101. 102. IIS Willard. Dwayne — 35 Willard. Linda — 35 Willard. Paaola — 9. 19. 85. 91. 92. 101. 102. 105. 108. 109 WlUlama. David — «8 Winuaaa, Norman — 2. 25. 98 Will lama. Shannon — 33 Windoor. Mamrrn — 36 Wllhron. Anita — 23. 25. 87. 105. 109 Wood. Aaay — 25. 69. 87. 105 106. 109. 112 Woodall. David — 18. 37 WRIGHT ON PRODUCTIONS — 85 WRIGHT. TOMMY — 81 Won ah. Hobart — 33 A Delta Airlines jetliner crashed near Dallas in August killing 137 people. The plane encountered a severe wind shear as it plunged to the ground. A cloud of smoke is all that’s visible after the explosion of the space shuttle Challenger in January. The explosion, which killed all seven crew members, was the first in-flight disaster in 56 manned U.S. space missions. earbook received what outstanding awards on its ’85 book? sse|3 IS-Mj pue (Sijepa Z2 Top came out with ; what new rock album = JJ during 1985? laujnqiai y Yarger. Joey — «5 YELLOW FRONT — 89 Zctalloa. Brenda — 19. 50. 65. 106 Zevalloe. Ernie — 25. 55. 60. 110 Editor's Note It was our goal to do something really different and unique for the ’86 Copper Cat. We wanted to produce a yearbook that people would remember for years to come. It took a lot of teamwork and dedication to put this book together and none of it would have been possible without the help of our dedicated staff. We would especially like to thank our adviser. Mrs. Sandra Hudgens, who was willing to guide us, direct us, push us, shove us, or whatever else it took to get us to get our pages turned in before the deadlines — even if it meant taking work home to us when we were sick. Other times she drafted us when we came back to school after being sick and were too weak to object. At times she was the only one who really cared whether it was done on time or not. We also deeply appreciate the help of Mr. Roy Faulkner, our bookkeeper; Mr. Virgil Cork, our technical adviser; Mr. Phil Dering, our company representative; the generous sponsors who helped make this yearbook possible with their donations; and finally, Mrs. Willard and the art department for all the time they spent working on special artwork for the book. Co-editors-in-chief, ) pQ Ui'dicvu{, . . . and from the seniors on the staff to the class of 1986: To all the friends we’ve grown to love With whom we’ve laughed and cried. Remembering both the fun and laughter The spirit and the pride. Those memories won’t be left behind Our yearbooks will take us back in time. Good Luck and Best Wishes! -Stave 116-Wildcat Review Photography Credits MELODY BRANNON - 11-BR; 57-BL; 61-TL; 112. STEVE BRANNON - 17-B; 18; 19; 22-L; 27; 31-BR; 32; 33; 40; 59-BL, 60-BL; 64-T, M. B; 64-BL, TL; 66-TL, B; 67-TL; 70-B; 71-BL; 78; 79; 91; 92-BR; 103; 108; 118-BL. LIBBY CHAVEZ - 54-BL; 67-TR; 109-TR; 110; 113. GRACE FRANCO - 2 DPS; 9-BL; 16-BL; 22-R; 23; 26; 28-R; 30; 31-BL; 35-BL; 36-BL, R; 37; 41; 42; 43; 44; 47-BR; 48-BR; 49; 50; 51; 52; 53; 56-TL; 57-TL, R; 58-TL, 62; 63; 64-C; 67-BR; 68-BR; 69-TL; 71-TR. TL; 74; 75: 76-TL, TR; 77; 94; 118-TL, TM. DIANNE HARTLEY - 8-BL; 14; 20-TL; 38; 47-TL; 61-TR; 69-TR; 84-TR; 115; 118-DPS. CHRIS HUGHES - 4-B; 12; 13; 21; 25; 28-L; 29-R; 35-BR; 47-TR; 48-BL, TL; 58-TR, BL; 65-TM; 68-L; 71-BR; 84-BL; 95-B; 96-TR; 98. GINNY KELSO - 59-BR; 60-BR. ANNETTE L1ZARRAGA - 20-BR; 65-BR; 69-BR; 84-TL. FRANCIE RODRIGUEZ - 2-BL; 7; 9-BR; 10-B; 15-BR; 24; 29-L; 34-BL; 45-B; 54-T; 55; 60-TL; 65-TR; 66-TR; 68-TR; 70-T; 76-B; 82-TR; 107; 114; 119. A ckn owled gem en ts Morenci High School is a member of the National Scholastic Press Association, Columbia Scholastic Press Association, Arizona Interscholastic Press Association, and Quill and Scroll Society. In recogni- tion of its merit, the 1985 Copper Cat was awarded a First Class rating from NSPA and a Medalist rating from CSPA. The yearbook was published by Josten’s American Yearbook Company, Visalia, California. Mr. Phil Dering was the Josten’s representative. There were 325 copies printed and the yearbook consisted of 120 pages. Senior portrait photography was provided by Holladay’s Photo Emporium, Safford, Arizona. Under- class and faculty pictures were taken by Imperial School Photo, Phoenix, Arizona. The pictures on pages 78, 79, and 116 were purchased from Wide World Photos, Inc., New York, New York. All black and white candid photos were developed and printed at Morenci High School. The 1986 Copper Cat is 8V2 by 11 inches and printed on stippleton paper stock. The cover was silkscreened with Pink 364 and Purple 354 on Black 535. Name stamping was in silver foil 381. Endsheets are Light Purple 312. The type face used for the body copy is 11 point Souvenir. Captions are 9 point Souvenir Bold and headlines are 24 point Palatino Bold Italic. Headlines on the cover, title page, theme pages and division pages are Cooper Black Condensed. The price of the ’86 Copper Cat was $16 or $18 for a personalized book. Of the nearly 3500 pictures taken for the yearbook, 1185 were printed and of those 540 were selected to be used in the book. Photography Credits-117 The Last Move The game has been played. The pieces are put away. The rules no longer apply. The year has come and gone. The adventure is over. The year was much more than just a game, however. We watched as the girls volleyball team won a second consecutive state championship. We enjoyed the renewal of homecoming traditions and suffered the realization of a losing season in football. We faced the pressure of essential skills tests during the school day and felt the relief of activities after hours. We laughed with our classmates at their most embarrassing moments and learned how important it is to have a good friend. Together we shared the joy of the band’s victory in Las Cruces. We met Samantha Byrne, our exchange student from Australia, and found out how our two countries differ. We celebrated another great year of success with our yearbook, the Copper Cat, and wished both S.N.H.S. and Quill and Scroll a happy anniversary. Whether in school or after hours, the year was a successful one. Students can relive the triumphs and failures for years to come by replaying the game. We will all go on to play new games and be a part of other adventures, but ’85- 86 will live on as the year of the great WILDCAT ADVENTURE. Freshmen display a variety of emotions as they receive a peanut from senior class members. The freshmen u ere pre- paring to participate in the peanut roll, a traditional annual event. 118-Closing “You call that Hawaiian.” says a flab- bergasted Daniel Lopez after getting a peek under Steve Gojkovich’s kimono during Spirit Week. SCXXASTlC PGSSSASSOCATON • •