Northside High School - Aquila Yearbook (Warner Robins, GA)

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Classic Scores Tift Co. Morrow Central Hephzibah Evans W.R. Stressing his point, Coach Scott explains the play to the football players. With great determination, Rich- ard Hall, 21, glides over every- one to score a touchdown. Teamwork is a major factor in| The numbers on the scoreboard the Eagles continued success. say it all.

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In the hearts of all true Eagle fans, the dates of November |4 and 20 represent an incredible reality. The first region game in which the Eagles met their cross town ri- vals was a very intense game for both teams. Under the leadership of second year coach, Stan Gann, the Eagles were able to defeat the odds and devour the Warner Robins Demons twice in one season. The first game proved to be a test of stability for the Northside Eagles. The De- mons took a strong lead which lasted into the fourth quarter of the game. It would not be until the last 2 minutes and 48 seconds of the game before the Eagles would explode and take control of the game. Down by |4 points, the Eagles scored a touchdown with 2 minutes and 44 seconds left in the fourth quarter. Receiv- ing momentum from the crowd, the Eagles pushed on to score and tie the game, caus- ing their cross town rivals to head into overtime. The overtime final score proved to be disastrous for the Warner Robins De- mons who lost with the final score being 27-14. The first region playoff game for the Eagles was a somewhat easy task. The Eagles, who once again played the De mons, defeated some very overwhelming odds. The Northside Eagles, who have not successfully beaten the Warner Robins De- mons in a region game since 1964, would once again prevail with a final score of 10-0. The championship region game 4-AAAA against Evans was definitely a battle of equal forces. As stated by Coach Randy Hinson, ‘‘It wasn’t a case of the better team won, but of which team could withstand the other.’’ The Eagles would only score once against the Evans Knights who would win 9-7. = —- 4 a ‘ The football players show their energy as they burst through od the “Breakfast of Champions” ; sign. ' o Peter McKenzie gives that win- y mz - r ning kick for the extra point. Tackling comes naturally for Motivating the crowd, Tony Aaron Moore, 81, as he brings Cody speaks at a night pep down his Warner Robins rally. opponents

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The annual Football Banquet is an occa- sion so that the marvelous performers of the previous football season may be recognized. The banquet was a time for looking back at what our wonderful football team accom- plished. With the help of the cheerleaders, Booster Club members, coaches, and, of course, the parents, our Northside Eagles cap- tured the City Championship and placed 2nd in the region. The football players with their outstanding abilities who helped capture these titles were the main award winners. To receive one of the many awards was a great honor, but those players who did not receive a special award are special in other ways. Coach Gann tried to make all his Seniors feel special by saying a few words about each one. As Coach Gann spoke of his Seniors, many memories and great times were laughed about while the sadness of the stu- dents last football season finally came to an end. AWARD WINNERS J. C. Leadership Award — Ricky McKenzie Civitan Christian Athletic Award — Joey Rigsby WRBN Mr. Consistency Award — Thomas Brown Cox Cable Tim Taylor Memorial Award — Don Hudson Soph. Scholar Athlete — Heath Martin Jr. Scholar Athlete — Eddie Oliver Sr. Scholar Athletes — Troy Bassett, Roland Thorpe Gold Helmet Award — Mark Ivory Most Outstanding Defensive Back — Tony Head Most Outstanding Linemen — Aaron Moore, James Wonnum Most Outstanding Offensive Backs — Dexter Copeland, Richard Hall Most Outstanding Lineman — Rodney Davis Spirit of the “‘D’’ — Peter McKenzie Spirit of the ‘‘O’’ — Mark Ivory Hustler Award — Jay Helwig Most Improved — Brian Hill, Ira Hudgens Outstanding Future Eagles — Melvin How- ard, Willie Collier, Ben McKenzie A very happy Brian Hill receives the award for Most Improved Aaron Moore gives his usual goofy grin Getting embarrassed while Coach Gann tells a story is Troy Bassett