New Haven High School - Mirage Yearbook (New Haven, IN)

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Starting New Traditions Homecoming changes were a success On October 10, the New Haven Bull- dogs met their arch-rival, the Home- stead Spartans, for the annual Home- coming game. The tension was high as the game began. The Spartans scored the first touchdown of the game after New Ha- ven turned the ball over deep in their own territory, but the ' Dogs countered with a touchdown of their own tying the game 7 to 7. Before the first half was over. Homestead scored twice more and New Haven scored once. During halftime the queen and her court were presented. The 1986-87 Homecoming Queen was Monica Schaefer escorted by Scott Weekly. Her court consisted of seniors Sharon Hathaway escorted by Mark Koos, Mis- ty Snyder escorted by Matt Ritchie, Ju- nior Danielle Miller escorted by Troy Fritcha, Sophomore Kim Trahin escort- ed by ].R. Parent, and Freshman Cami Cox escorted by Mike Dennis. For the first time in New Haven ' s his- tory of Homecoming, cheerleaders were allowed to represent their class on the court. The feelings concerning this new rule were mixed. Some felt that everyone should be given a chance, while others thought the cheerleaders were involved in too many other activities. I enjoyed being on the court but it was a hassle trying to cheer at the same time, commented Sophomore Kim Trahin. The score at the beginning of the half was Homestead 21 to New Haven ' s 14. Homestead had two more touchdowns and kept New Haven ' s offense score- less, making the final score of the game 35 to 14. Although there were many bad feel- ings between the teams because of past experiences, most felt the game was played with good sportsmanship by both teams. I think that the rivalry was still there, but the hatred was gone. They were good sports, stated Senior Kraig Vondran. New Haven may not have come out on top but the Homecoming week and all the happenings seemed to be a great success. — Monica Schaefer Junior quarterback, Chuck Vachon, hands off ttie ball to senior )ohn Kanable. Although the ' Dogs put up a valiant effort, they lost to the Homestead Spartans 35 to 14, On the Night of the Homecoming game, senior Jeff Kintz wraps his wrist to prepare for a night of hard hitting. Jeff made First Team All Conference for his position as a defensive lineman. Homecoming 12 y

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Seniors Curt Johnson, Chico Pranger, and Derek Baker show their school pride by hamming it up for the camera during Spirit Week. photo by Greg An Powder Puff was a really special time for girls, especially Se- niors, since we won 3 out of 4 years. It was just neat to see every- one pull together as a team. Our coaches were great, too! — Michelle Geller Seniors, Jenny Meier, Michelle Geller, Melissa Drews and Kim Teter anxiously await the start of the parade as they pose as part of the senior float. New Haven Varsity football players look forward to Friday ' s game as they make their annual ap- pearance in the Homecoming Parade. 3 Homecoming 11 W

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I thought that be- ing on the Homecom- ing court was an hon- or. Although the cheerleaders being al- lowed to participate did not go over well with the students this year. I think that in the years to come it will be well accept- ed. — Sharon Hathaway Senior members of the Varsity Football Team Rob Norton, Joe Cox, Curt Johnson, and Jeff Kintz strike back at the evil judge, Mr. Stephen, during the Homecoming pep session. After being crowned the 1986-87 Homecoming queen, senior Monica Schaefer is escorted around the gymnasium by senior Scott Weekly. The members of the 1986-87 Homecoming court and their escorts were; Senior Misty Snyder and her escort Matt Ritchie, Senior Sharon Hathaway and her escort Mark Koos, Queen Monica Schaefer and her escort Scott Weekly, junior Danielle Miller escorted by Troy Fritcha, sopho- more Kim Trahin and her escort J.R. Parent, and treshmen Cami Cox and her escort Mike Dennis. 3 Hon €