Northern High School - Spirit Yearbook (Port Huron, MI)

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The roar of the crowd, the clanging of cow bells, the rustling of pom-poms, and the music from the band members were all es- sential parts of Friday nights. From pep assemblies to the actual football game, Husky Hysteria ran rampant throughout the school and the community. With many smiles and confident chants, the cheerleaders created enthusiasm within the crowd. The spectators reacted with the stomping of feet and shouts of encourage- ment. The students ' favorite cheers were evident as they chanted along with the cheerleaders. We ' re gonna beat them, yea- yea, we ' re gonna beat them, yea-yea...,” could be heard from enthusiastic students. Megaphones sold by the Booster Club aided the crowd ' s yelling. The band also contributed to the festivi- ties. Marching band members practiced diligently so they would be at top perfor- mance during the halftime entertainment. They played the school fight song and students cheerfully sang along. The excitement climaxed as the football players ran onto the field to begin battle. Throughout the game, spectators continued their support by cheering when the team scored, made a good run, or completed a pass. Their encouragement often carried the players to victory. Friday night excitement did not end after the football game. There were parties to attend, and the local McDonalds provided a gathering spot for students as they waited for the football players to return. As every student knows, there was always something magical about a home football game in the crisp air of a clear fall night. Athletic Director Jim Burnell converses with varsity football players Andy Collins, David Martin, and Ronald Jacobs before a home game. Band director Mr. Greg Christiansen, Coach Gary Nesbitt, and trainer Ed Rawza discuss a home football game along the sidelines. To prevent injuries seniors Jan Miller and Ed Thomas stretch during pregame warm ups. 16 Friday Nights student life

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• ■Mm? 0m es s: The Husky mascot came to life when junior Beth Burch stepped into a new costume. A gener- ous donation provided the student body with this desperately needed dog. I wanted to get involved with school activi- ties,” exclaimed Beth. She found that the hard- est part of the job was during the PHN vs PH pep assembly. “It was very nerve wracking,” she re- members. The Husky mascot is an important part of the football games. Beth explains the dog’s responsi- bilities by stating, “The Husky s job is to get the stands involved. They need to be a part of the game too!” Beth enjoys her position as school mascot de- spite the casualties, “Its a hot job, but someone has to do it!” Mr. Ray Labelle and Mrs. Janet Eastman en- thusiastically watch the students compete in the Mardi Gras Field Day Games. Cheerleader Jennifer Krenke gives a punch of encouragement as she cheers for the junior var- sity football team. Seniors Chris Castillo and Kathy Smarch carry an armful of painting supplies to the senior wall. Show Your Pep student life 15

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peciad }eot m Flashy blue and gold decorated cars rally- ing at Lakeside Park’s parking lot, on Octo- ber 7th, marked the start of the annual fu- neral procession. The most exciting football game of the year, against cross-town rival Port Huron High, would soon take place. A shiny police car led the way as scream- ing students followed, waving pom-poms and blasting their horns. The excited group arrived at Memorial Stadium, charged into the stands with great enthusiasm and eagerly awaited the open- ing kick-off of “The Big Game.” Later that evening the stands echoed with resounding cheers and students spilled onto the field when the Husky football play- ers emerged victorious once again! Coach Dahlkc instructs his team of the strate- gy during the Northern vs Roseville game. Senior parents Mrs. Barb Adler and Mrs. Nan- cy Warr sell stuffed Husky dogs raffle tickets which were drawn during the half time of a varsity football game. Sara Campbell and Matt Crigger. along with PH band directors, proudly salute as the band plays the National Anthem before the PHN vs PH football game Friday Nights student life