Northwest High School - Viking Yearbook (Grand Island, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 144 of the 1982 volume:

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Seniors went through several fads and major events from video games to Smurfs. The crisis in Poland made them more aware of the world around them and the at home unemployment dampened Seniors ' anticipation of their May 16 Independence. 4 Seniors Derald Boltz Lyndon Boltz Mark Bradley Ken Brand Larry Brannagan Lisa Bredthauer Lisa Brown Cathy Bucholz Dan Buettner Bona Canfield Dan Carlson Jerry Christensen Brad Cook Shannon Couillard Martin Billington attempts to shoot down an enemy aircraft at W.C. Franks Seniors 5 Mike Cumming Warren Cupples SherrI Cure Joe DaMoude Robert Dawkihs Tami DeMary Jana Ellis Sharon Eriksen Lori Ewoldt Rob Falldorf Kim Fenton Gene Fisher Tom Flinn Lynnette Fowler I Brian Meyers, Jeff Hedman, and Jerry Christensen venture into the kitchen to try their skill at baking. 6 Seniors Pam Garris Kim Gates Mike Graham Loren Greenwalt Rhonda Grosch Tom Gumlnski John Haubold Chad Hedges Jeff Hedman Lori Heins Teri Helgoth Cathi Hohnholt Sherl Hongsermeier Roger Hornecker Seniors 7 While trying to decide who Tracey Trynchy is calling, Theresa Oakeson casually walks by. Mark Hudnall Randy Iverson Dave Jacobsen Teri Jacobsen Carrie Jensen Ten Jones Keith Kelley Dave Kelly Blane King Alicia Kostbahn 8 Seniors Steve Kramer Dan Kruse Sylvia Kuta Michelle Lamb Becky Lantzer Rod Leaman Pam Leckron JuDean Lenners Doug Lighthill Polly Ludwig Terry Luft Ron Maas Nancy Mader John McGlynn andy Mendyk lells Mike Gumming the correct way to dravu the line, while .arry Brannagan makes sure Its straight. Seniors 9 Kathy McMichael Daryl Meier Randy Mendyk Gary Meyer Mark Moeller Kim Mott Kevin Muhs Brian Myers Tammy Nehls Tammy NIemoth Theresa Oakeson Mark O ' Brien Todd Olson Kelly Parde 10 Seniors Kevin Parrish Paula Pistulka Cindy Quandt Patty Raile Shane Redwine Brad Richards Kris Roby Janice Roth DeAnn Sandman Todd Schmitz Annette Schultz Karen Schutt Always there to help those who tall. Michelle Lamb and Sherry Arnold inspect the injury Seniors 11 Sandi Schwartz Shelly Schweitzer Kim Shelton Donetta Shultz Dave Sims Nancy Skeen Cathy Smaha Leslie Smith Dan Spencer Deb Stark Clayton Stelk While on break Jeff Boeka catches a quick glance at the daily sports page. 12 Seniors n « v w I fc •  I n w Seniors laugh at the prospect of learning something. John Weakland Bill Whaley Paul WIeczorek Brian Wilson Not Pictured: Gary Aurand Doug Brockman Scott Fitzgerald Don Floro Sue Floro Jeff Greenwalt James Miller Deb Moyer Barb Partaka Kathy Powers Shelly Reynolds Shayne Scherer Tammy Smolinski Ron Swanson Nancy Theasmeyer Tracey Trynchy Dennis Vogt Karis Walker Seniors 13 Senior Memories BP- i M 1 L - m L[ iV IM1 «.-... 14 Viking Pride IS ORGANIZATIONS 15 Journalism More Than Just a Class To some people journalism simply means putting together the school yearPook and pub- lishing the newspaper, but journalism is more than that. It takes a lot of sticktoitiveness, dedication, and pure craziness to cope with the difficulties that arise throughout the year. If it wasn ' t for our patient advisor, Marti Oakeson, who put up with stupid jokes and dumb excuses for unfinished or un- started copy, the yearbook would never have been com- pleted, and the newspaper would never have met one deadline. Also supporting the editors were the reporters, the photo- grapher, and the money- makers. Without them nothing could have been accomplished since a competent staff was needed to obtain copy, pic- tures, and financing. Although the reporters may have com- plained about having to rewrite and retype copy five or six times, or the photographer had to retake and redevelop pic- tures again and again, the THE JOURNALISM CLASS, includ- ing Hermie, tried to look presentable and be on their best behavior for the camera. ALICIA KOSTBAHN edits out yet another blooper during a last minute rush to finish the 1982 ' Senior Saga . Alicia spent many hours gathering and compiling information from the seniors while Robb Bjork- land designed and illustrated the annual publication. 16 Journalism finished product was always something to be proud of. Journalism, however, would have been incomplete without Hermie, the pet, plastic, potted palm plant. He withstood numerous fire, tornado, earth- quake, and mud slide drills, Christmas decorations com- plete with lights and snow, and several severe beatings from the editors. His stamina and perseverance was an inspira- tion to the entire staff. VIKING STAFF Business M anager; Clare Tande Editors; Pam Leckron Tracey Trynchy Reporters; Shannon Couillard Laurie Eilts SAGA STAFF Alicia Kostbahn Editor; Kim Mott Cindy Quandt Assistant Editor: Tracy Jones Mindy Roby Sports Editor; Julie Bauer Linda Zimmerman Illustrator; John McGlynn Photographer; Rick Farber Advisor; Marti Oakeson Advertising; Jeff Linden - Manager Lynn Fitzgerald Renee Roberts VIKING BUSINESS MANAGER Clare Tande and Saga Ad Manager Jeft Linden show what a year of creative financing can do to a person KIM MOTT, Editor of the Viking Saga, verifies a story with Mr. Luther before publishing it. THIS YEAR the Journalism Department was really outstanding in their field. Journalism 17 Drama Club Keeps Busy Year ' round Drama Club enthusiastically started this year with the fall play Good-bye My Fancy. ' The club then sold patches during the football games to raise money for the various field trips planned for the year. During the middle of the year, the one act play The Girl in the Mirror was performed by six club members. The play went to Districts in Kearney where it received an excellent rating, but placed eighth in over all compe- tition. In March the club put on a Sadie Hawkins Dance. Students were urged to dress up like hillbillies to add to the festivities. Members also traveled to Lincoln to watch A Mid- summer Nights Dream. The play was performed by The Acting Company . which travels throughout the United States. Other activities members participated in were a candy drive and a tug-o-war contest during the battle of the best. Speech teacher Evieyn Nikkei helps students polish their gestures before a contest. The Kissing Bandit is on the loose and Tracey Trynchy chuckles at the fact that Gregg Merkell got caught. Clare Tande and Amy Chapman provide an eerie atmosphere in the one-act play production of The Girl in the Mirror. 18 Drama Speech Speech Club had an exciting if not busy year. Contestants traveled to speech contests in Loup City, Hastings. Central City, Kearney, Seward, and also competed in three con- tests in Grand Island. For the first time it was possible for members to earn a letter. The requirement for a letter was participation in a minimum of five contests pre- senting at least two different types of speeches. Letter- winners this year were Kathy Dreher, Kris Luhn, and Dave Rosenkotter. The letters were designed by Kim Gates, an active Drama member. In April, Kathy Dreher took her After Dinner speech on Camp Counseling to State where she placed eighth in the competition. Speech Members Compete to Achieve Letters An After Dinner speech about the perils of being a camp counselor won a trip to State for Kathy Dreher, FRONT ROW L to R: Kathy Dreher, Kristie Katzberg. Gregg Merkel, Kris tHansen, Bev McDowell, Brenda Novak, Brian Lewis, Second Row: Sharon Wieczorek, Todd IVIitchell. Dave Rosen- kotter, Jeff Linden, Clare Tande, Jordon Johnson, Deb Moyer, Tracey Trynchy, Jaana Leinonen, Third Row; fvlrs. Evelyn Nikkei, Shannon Couillard, Kris Luhn, Misty Walling, Michelle Mitchell, Lynn Fitzgerald, Mary O ' Brien, Rhonda Crapson, Amy Chapman Fourth Row: Kim Gates, Brent Lewis, Lisa Bredthauer, Stephanie Volker, Theresa Wieczorek, Ann Prouty, Renee Roberts, Drama Speech 19 F.B.L.A. Demonstrates Business Sense Future Business Leaders of America (F.B.L.A.) is an organ- ization that believes everyone should be actively involved in creating a better social, poli- tical, community, and family life. FBLA held many activities throughout the year. They participated in the Fall Officer Workshop in York. The Officer Training Program included special sessions for local of- ficers, news reporters, advi- sors, and parliamentarians. The group also took a field trip to the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center in Grand Island, attended the State Leadership Conference held on April 29, 30, and May 1, and sold acrylics for Christ- mas. February 7-14 was FBLA week and the week ' s activities included an after-school poster party, bowling and pizza, a field trip to the University of Nebras- ka in Lincoln where the group visited the Capitol, and a Blue and Gold Day. SHERI HONGSERMEIER AND MRS. DONNA SYDOW smile at the camera during the F.B.L.A. convention in Omaha. Mrs. Sydow and Sheri were among seven members who attended the event. FRONT ROW L. to R: Sheri Hongsermeier, Tracey Schmitz, DeAnn Sandman. Steve Stevenson, Kim Mott. Kelly Parde. Patty Raile. Jeff Snyder SECOND ROW; Nancy Mader. Deb Tuchenhagen. Derinda Sorrow, Martha Reher, Stephanie Volker, Ann Prouty. Brian Anders, Brenda Novak, Fred Berhle. Renee Roberts, Robert Harness, Peggy Peterson, Rhonda Grosch, Pam Garris. Kathy McMichael, Dawn Skeen, Mrs. Sydow THIRD ROW; Lynn Fitzgerald, Brad Greenfield, Tammy Parker, Carl Mettenbrink, Joni Crow. n l v ' ' ' H BP ' ' fm ] m 11 H P S A r J r 1 20 F.B.L.A. Distributive Education Clubs of American (D.E.C.A.) had another busy year. They did everything from having fund raisers, to attending workshops and conferences, to co-spon- soring a dance with the Student Council. Some of the items used to raise funds this year were black and gold Spirit Hands and cheese and sau- sage. This year marked the fifth annual Powderpuff football game between D.E.C.A. members and Northwest cheer- leaders and Vikettes. The D.E.C.A. Demons lost the battle to the Spirit Raisers with a score of 8-6. Members also attended conferences in Chicago, Kear- ney, and Seward so that they might advance their knowledge of marketing. At the State Conference in Lincoln, Gary Meyer received a first place in Service Station Marketing, and Tracey Schmitz received a third place in Apparel and Accessor- ies. Ranita Valasek was elected District V Vice President. Club Increases Marketing Knowledge FRONT ROW L to R: Deb Mover, Sandi Schwartz, Ranita Valasek, Mark Brad- ley, Michelle Lamb, Polly Ludwig, Tracey Schmitz, Gary Meyer. SECOND ROW: Michelle Keeshan, Brian Myers, Mike Woodburn, Pat Schmid, Janet Clark, Clare Tande. DeAnn Sandman, Karen Hansen. THIRD ROW: Kim Fenton, Sue Floro, Mike Reuss, Sonya Baker, Alicia Kostbahn, Cara Wagner, Jacque Moser, Julie Kelly, Lori Glea- son, Barry Schultz, At the DECA State Leadership Confer- ence in March, Ranita Valasek was elected State District V Vice President. Gary Meyer received a superior rating for Service Station Marketing and Tracey Schmitz for Apparel and Accessories. D.E.C.A. 21 Language Clubs Explore Foreign Worlds The German Club began planning for a trip to Germany last September. In order to raise money for expenses they held a car wash in the spring and washed dishes after a Christmas dinner at a local church. It is through the American Institute for Foreign Study that students visit foreign countries. Eighteen people made the trip to Germany from the Northwest area. Mrs. Wilma Stevens, German Club sponsor, and her daughter also toured the Ger- man countryside. The group departed on June 28 for Frankfurt, Germany. Their nine day journey took them through old castles, on a cruise down the Rhine, on scenic drives through the Swiss and Austrian Alps, and on a guided tour of Munich which included a visit to the Olympic Stadium. Due to the rainy spring weather the annual German and Spanish Clubs ' Latin Olym- pics had to be cancelled this year. JAANA LEINONEN AND LOLO WIDMARK, North- wests two foreign exchange students, read the Homecoming issue of the Saga. Jaana Is from Finland and enjoyed attending the Friday night football games while staying in the United States. She said she would rather stay here in the Midwest because it ' s not so much of a place for tourists. Lolo, who IS from Sweden, participated in volleyball, basketball, and the musical. ;  Ann ' k 22 Spanish Spanish and German Members SPANISH MEMBERS: FRONT ROW L to R: Kim Motl. Warren Cupples, Steve Kramer, Dan Carlson, Kevin Muhs, Brad Richards, Steve Ammerman, Mark Hudnall, Larry Brannagan, Barb Partaka. Marty Billington. Dan Spencer, John Weakland SECOND ROW: Robin Ripa, Deb Brown. Brenda Dubas. Brandie Sheffield. Angie Nispel. Kim Medbery. Lolo Widmark. Laura Creason. Son|a Smith. Rhonda Schroeder. Sharon Anderson. Tim McCoy. Brian Lewis. THIRD ROW: Mr, Vince Zavala. Ronda Brennick. Gerri Ruff. Jodi Ewoldt. Laura Chaney. Tracy Wilson. Karen Bellingtier. Angie Hohnstem. Kim Burney. Sheila Olson. Angie Vopat. Linda Theasmeyer. Misty Walling. Kathy Dreher. Linda Zimmerman. Pam Leckron, FOURTH ROW Deb Brown. Becky Engler. Ronda Bowden. Karl een Knuth. Janel Grosch. Shelley Jardme. Steve Stevenson. Mike Woodburn, Tony Jewell, Roben Beckman. Kris Luhn, Julie Kelly. Cindy Creason. Leslie Miller. Lisa Doering. Rhonda Crapson, FIFTH ROW. Robyn Lang. Barbara Metz. Marcey Wait. Kelli Hickey. Jeff Snyder. Brent Lewis. Ranita Valasek. Beth Anderson, Becky Dubas, Tracy Jones, Kris Fusby. Laurie Fry. Janet Kiser. Angie Enevoldsen. Stacy Schepers. Karen Hansen SIXTH ROW Dave Widhalm. Tony Markvicka. Robert Albright. Wendee Zahn. Mary O ' Brien. Mike Reuss. Tammy Lueth, Kyle Stratman. Kevin Engle. Greg Mora. Jeff Sheeks. Doug Scholtz. Kevin Greenwalt. Tonia Bartunek, Sonya Barker, Janet Clark, SEVENTH ROW: John Arp, Steve McCoy, Teresa Ward, Steph Schroeder, Raymond Peterson, Neil Kozisek, Jeff King. Kent Brannagan. Lee Van Hoosen. Kurt Evans. Mark Padrnos. Steve Cook. David Jepson. Brad Greenfield EIGHTH ROW Kevin Clark. Caria Van Dorn. Sheila McEwen. Soni Pauly. Diane Miller. Patricia Hascall, James Webb, Marty Reuss, Jeff Smith, John Holtz, Doug Bonneson, Glenn Mattingly. GERMAN MEMBERS FRONT ROW: Matt Stueven, Stacy Krohn, Coryn Johnson, Janice Roth, Jeff Linden, Clare Tande, Brenda Bryer, Nish Van Wey, Wanda Michalski, Connie McCoy, Lisa Lutt, Michelle Treffer, Barbie Behring SECOND ROW Kevin Ronne, Steph Volker, Sherry Budde, Lisa Kozisek, Jaana Leinonen, Denise Hawk, Renee Roberts, Rhonda Grosch, Sharon Eriksen, Nancy Mader, Robyn Owings, Gerald Gold, Gregg Merkel, Tracy Schade, Terry Parde, Mrs. Wilma Stevens THIRD ROW Laurie Eilts, Mary Hongsermeier, Todd Mitchell, Rolley Bennett, Curt Zurcher, Cindy Quandt, Chris Eberhardt, Sue Quandt, Kirk Berggren, Chris Becker, Mark Moeller, Bob Dawkins, Brad Edgar, Mike Eberhardt. MEMBERS OF GERMAN CLUB played a rousing game of fussball, better knov n as soccer, at their picnic last falL AS SHERRY BUDDE WATCHES, Greg E, Merkel does his imitation of small varmint lips while eating a piece of watermelon at the German Club picnic. German 23 FFA Activities Bring Rewards The Northwest Future Farmers of America (FFA) Chapter began their year by attending a convention in Kan- sas City, Missouri, where they viewed the many sights and attended a special vespers session held in honor of Veteran ' s Day. In March, they earned ribbons at state and district competitions by using basic farm skills in working with foods and animals. At their banquet in April, new officers were installed and awards were given for public and extemporaneous speaking; beef, swine, sheep, and diver- sified livestock production; and management of poultry and forrests. An award was also presented to the outstanding first year member. FFA is sponsored by Mr. John Dolnicek. Officers were Rich Panowicz, President; Mark Moeller, Vice President; Dan Kruse, Secretary; Clayton Stelk, Treasurer; Darryl Meier, Sentinel; Ron Kuta, Par- liamentarian; and Lynn Weigert, Reporter. FIRST ROW L to R: Ron Kula, Lynn Weigert. Mark Moeller. Rich Panowicz, Dan Kruse, Clayton Stelk, Daryl Meier, Mr. John Dolnicek, SECOND ROW: Ron Rauert, Mike Graham, Gary Meyer, Joe DeMoude, Gary Langenheder, Kevin Smolinski, Jon Metcalf, Chen Bruns, Jodi Bruns. THIRD ROW; Steve Krohn, Frank Collins, Brad Laub, Bob Stelk, Dirk Jones. Kurt Evans, Robert Dawkins. Dan Buettner, Todd Miles, Brenda Laub, FOURTH ROW: Carl Mettenbrink, Damn Jones, Kirk Byersdorf, Matt Stueven, Kurt Rowe, Jim Webb, Fred Behrle, Dean Bloomquist, Ed Ziska. Barry Greenwood. FIFTH ROW: Ryan Witt, Ron Rauert, Greg Niemoth, Todd Sweley, Rodney Clark, Don Buettner, Karl Quandt, Brad Mensik, Gary Carlson, Bob Albright, Keith Ostermeier In November, six members of the Northwest FFA Chapter attended the National FFA Convention in Kansas City, Missouri. 24 Future Farmers of America Future Homemakers of America (F.H.A.) is made up of students from the Home Eco- nomics, Child Care, and Adult Living classes. Although F.H.A. members spent much of their time at conventions and work- shops, they also managed to stay active in their local chapter. Candy was sold after school to raise money for the National Headquarters Building Fund Drive. F.H.A. also sold Apples with a Message . During April F.H.A. members who were in Child Care were required to carry an egg, representing a baby, with them at all times for several days. Penalties were handed out to any mother whose egg was broken or showed signs of child abuse and neglect. On April 29 the annual Honor and Recognition Award Ban- quet was held. Angel Birkes received the Outstanding Mem- bership Award for consistent leadership, hard work, and complete dedication. A Year of Accomplishments Earned FOUR MEMBERS OF FHA put on a skit explaining the difference between foods tfiat are nutritious and tfiose tfiat are non-nutntious- FRONT ROW: Lana Bartunek, Cfierri Skinner, Cindy Wllfielmi, Brenda Smolinski, Brenda Lorenzen, Brenda Houdek, Connie McCoy, Shawn Louden, Lisa Luft, JoAnn Kraft, Wanda Hoegren, Sheri Wragge, Pam Garris, Mrs. Lyons, Mrs. Farr. SECOND ROW: April Patten, Lori Ewoldt, Deb Stark, Karis Walker, Tami DeMary, Deanne Antle, Melissa Anderson, Sandi Schwartz, Becky Lantzer, Sheri Sonnenfeld, Deb Moyer, Heather Craven, Kim Whitefoot, Lori Panowicz, Jeff Hedman, Dave Kelly. THIRD ROW: Lynnette Fowler, Kim Baumgartner, Cathy Bucholz, DeAnn Sandman, Shelly Reynolds, Lori Anders. Alicia Kostbahn. Michelle Lamb, llene Kruger, Michelle Frauen, Donna Harvey, Jill Dahl, Brian Myers, Glenn Arnold, FOURTH ROW: Lisa Bartunek, Kim Sickler, Kathy Fitzgerald, Jody Bruns, Dawn Semm, Deb Olson, Chris Quandt, Debbie Matejka, Bess Preisendorf, Robyn Owings, Angie Vopat, Linda Theasmeyer, Suzanne Bryant, Sherri Stoll, Jerry Christensen. FIFTH ROW: Ten Helgoth, Diana Mundt, Chris Arnold, Kim Wiegert, Jodi Langley, Tina Wieczorek, Sally Peterson, Sharon Wieczorek, Laurie Fry, Son|a Barker, Tonja Bartunek, John McGlynn, Pam Leckron, Derald Boltz, Loren Greenwalt. PAM WENZL gives a speech to fellow FHA members and their parents at the annual Honor and Recognition Award Banquet. Future Homemakers of America 25 student Life Keeps Council Busy Student Council members kept themselves busy by plan- ning activities with students and faculty to help build Pride at Northwest. This years officers were President, Lori Heins; Vice President, Shane Redwine; and Secretary, Theresa Oakeson. These students along with the other student council represen- tatives attended a clinic in Kearney earlier in the school year to learn more about their duties and responsibilities. The Student Council also helped out the community by donating twenty-five dollars to the Christmas Cheer Fund. This money is part of the proceeds from the Punk Rock Dance which they sponsored. Other activities that Student Council participa ted in were putting up a student bulletin board, getting a student suggestion box, and setting up a Leadership Scholarship worth one hundred dollars. FRONT ROW L to R: Chris Hodtwalker, Sharon Eriksen, Lori Hems. Chris Eberhardt, Mindy Roby, Gayle Fisher, Beth Anderson. SECOND ROW: Brandie Sheffield, Tom Mattingly, Don Mustion. Larry Brannagan, Glenn Mattingly. BACK ROW: Tracey Schmitz. Marcey Wait. Rob Falldorf. Shane Redwine, Dave Keil, Jeff Smith. BRANDIE SHEFFIELD AND MARCEY WAIT, Sophomore Student Council Representa- tives, react to proposals made by President Lori Hems. . . . while other representatives, Jeff Smith, Dave Keil, Chns Eberhardt, and Glenn Mattingly discuss opposing issues. NHS 26 Student Council The National Honor Society, sponsored by Miss Linda Harris, took an active role in the Grand Island community this year. They labored to help relocate Goodwill and to paint the bathhouses at Pier Park. At Christmas time they caroled and sent Santa around school to pass out candy. Halls were decorated with Christmas snow, trees, and mistletoe. March was their month for candy sales and part of the money they raised went to the Nancy Lassin Memorial Fund. In April, Northwest Honor Society students and Student Council representatives joined the other Grand Island school representatives for a Leader- ship Banquet where they feasted on pizza and listened to various speakers. President Kim Mott led the morning meetings that took place once a month. Other officers were Vice-President Mike Gumming and Secretary- Treasurer Nancy Mader. Service Was the Key to a Productive Year BACK ROW L to R: Raymond Peterson, Mike Reuss, Greg Mora, Tom Mattmgly, Kevin Ronne, Linda Zimmerman. Jennifer Langley, Shelley Stueven. FOURTH ROW: Kathy Dreher, Tracey Schmitz, Gregg Merkel, Deb Keil, Clare Tande. Kris Luhn. Lisa Kozisek, Deb Tuchenhagen, Rtionda Byerly. THIRD ROW; Julie Bauer, Kris Fusby, Anne Prouty, Tracy Jones, Becky Dubas, Tracy Schade, Mindy Roby, Denise Hawk. SECOND ROW: Todd Schmitz, Kevin Muhs, DeAnn Sandman, Ten Jacobsen, Sheri Hongsermeier, Cindy Quandt, Joni Bishop, Sheri Cure, Kirk Berggren, Larry Brannagan, FIRST ROW: Gary Aurand, Donetta Shultz, Mike Gumming, Chris Becker, Kim Mott, Nancy Mader, Sharon Eriksen, Rhonda Grosch, Lori Hems, Lisa Bredthauer. SANTA (KIM MOTT) and her helpers. Julie Bauer, and Tracy Jones, pass around candy canes to the student body compliments of Honor Society. LINDA HARRIS, HONOR SOCIETY SPON- SOR, renovates the bathhouse at Pier Park v ith a fresh coat of paint. Honor Society 27 Spiritual Leaders Of NW Fellowship of Christian Ath- letes (F.C.A.) is a place for all athletes to share their exper- iences with God and become closer to Him according to Julie Bauer, Vice-President of Girls F.C.A. During the Christmas season the Girls F.C.A., under the sponsorship of Miss Ellen Warner, spread good cheer by decorating a Christmas tree and placing it in the courtyard of the school. As Prom time rolled around, the Girls F.C.A. sold corsages and boutonnieres. The money which was earned was used to send Mindy Roby, Tracy Denn- hardt, Luey Shultz, and Mi- chelle Keeshan to an F.C.A. Convention in Fort Collins, Colorado, This year, the female members of F.C.A. attended the movie Chariots of Fire. Meetings for both Girls and Boys F.C.A. members were held on Wednesday evenings and the members took turns preparing the lesson for each meeting. FIRST ROW L to R: Nancy Mader, Chris Becker, Julie Bauer, Donetta Shultz, Deb Keil, Rhonda Grosch, Kim Mott SECOND ROW: Sue Ouandt, Michelle Keeshan, Stacey Schepers. Lolo Widmark , Denise Hawk, Tracy Dennhardt, Luey Shultz, Wanda Hoegren, Pam Ripa, Kim Burney, Amy Chapman, Chris Hodtwalker THIRD ROW: Stacie Spiehs, Amy Leaman, Ronda Bowden, Mindy Roby, Shelly Jardine, Sara Klein, Karleen Knuth, Traci Daberkow, Julie Graham, Sue Haden, Chris Ouandt, Miss Warner. STACEY SCHEPERS, KARLEEN KNUTH, JULIE BAUER, AND DEB KEIL listen to Miss Ellen Warner discuss an idea to raise money by selling corsages and boutonnieres before Prom. w « vf jnsi 28 Girls F.C.A. As nice weather approached, Girls and Boys F.C.A. members pooled their golfing talents and took to the mini course at Andys Isle of Fun. Although the Boys F.C.A. was not quite as active, they held many important meetings. According to Mr. Rick Hook, sponsor, It was the largest troup since we ' ve started F.C.A. at Northwest. During a meeting, everyone participated; it didn ' t matter what age. F.C.A. Officers President - Ken Brand Vice-President - Rob Falldorf Secretary - Jeff Boeka President - Donetta Shultz Vice-President - Julie Bauer Secretary - Deb Keil KEN BRAND, president of Fellowship of Christian Athletes, was not only a leader on the basketball court but also an outstanding spiritual leader. IN ADDITION TO BEING A tVIEMBER of the State Champion Football Team, Shane Redwine (Bubba) was also an active F.C.A. member, FRONT ROW L to R: Mr. Gee, Shane Redwine, Rob Falldorf, Kirk Berggren, Larry Brannagan, Ken Brand, Mr, Hook SECOND ROW: Kelly Mendyk, Greg Mora, Kevin Engle, Kent Bran- nagan, Jeff Baxter, Jeff Brand, Mike Ruess, Lyndon Boltz THIRD ROW: Ty Ardnt, Todd Ronne, John Holz, Conn Narber, Marty Ruess, Dave Keil, Jeff Smith FOURTH ROW: Perry Kober, Mike Brannagan, Russ Hems, Sean McNeils, Keith Ostermeier. Boys FC.A 29 Letterwinners Spell Pride Letterwinners is a special group of students who have worked long and hard to become the best they could become in a particular sport, and yet, at the same time. remember that the team always comes before the individual. They have always provided the heart of Northwest athletic squads. An Athletic letter is awarded to a person after a sport ' s season when that individual has played a specified amount of time in each game or has been recommended by coaches for an exceptional performance on or off the playing field. This year, the letter winners, through money they raised in concessions, bought a new hip sled for the weight room. President John Haubold provided continuous team sup- port this year when he led cheers at basketball games. Other officers were; Rob Fall- dorf, Vice President; Kelly Mendyk, Secretary, and Coach Tom Hill was sponsor. FRONT ROW L to R; Shane Redwine, Larry Brannagan, John Haubold, Todd Olson, Kirk Berggren, Jeff Boeka, Dave Sims, Pam Leckron, Kim tVlott, Chris Becker, Shelly Schweitzer SECOND ROW; Daryl (vieier. Rob Falldorf, Kevin Muhs, Ron Maas, Lyndon Boltz, l artm Billmgton. Jeff Sheeks, Kathy t lcMichael, Rhonda Grosch, Nancy Mader, Donetta Shultz THIRD ROW: Tom Mattingly, Greg Katzberg, Kevin Engle, Kelly Mendyk, Greg Mora, Mike Reuss, Jeff Baxter. Jim DeMary. Brad Elkins. Mike Eberhardt, Fred Kuta FOURTH ROW: Pat Severn. Raymond Peterson, Jeff Brand, Kurt Grimminger, Roger Knight, Kent Brannagan, Tony Swanson, Tracey Schade. Lori Hayes, Teresa Ward, Mr. Hill FIFTH ROW: Don Floro, Doug McNeel, Danny Carlson, Todd Miles, Mindy Roby, Sue Quandt, Julie Bauer, Denise Hawk, Janet Meyer, Stacey Schepers BACK ROW: Glenn Mattingly. Chris Eberhardt, Kevin Clark. Mark Sims. Shelly Jardine, Tammy Dennhardt, Deb Keil, Luey Shultz, Tracy Dennhardt. GIVE ME A V . . v. Give me a I ... I. Give me a K me an E ... E. Give me a S ... S. K Give 30 Letterwinners The 1981-82 cheerleaders provided the football, volleyball, basketball, and wrestling teams with tremendous support not only during the regular season but also during district and state competitions. But cheers and stunts weren ' t the whole story behind that support. They bought streamers and painted posters to decorate gyms and stands whether the Vikings were play- ing at home or away. By selling spirit ribbons and raffling cakes at basketball halftimes, they were able to finance such activities as the Homecoming Dance in October. Rigorous summer practicing helped them earn ribbons for excellence, super stunts , outstanding entrances and exits, giving 110 percent of their energy, and the second place trophy at the ICF clinic at Doane College. The Squad wa s led by captain Melissa Anderson and sponsored by Mrs. Lou Gil- more. Year Around Support for N.W. Activities THE 1981-82 CHEERLEADERS added marching in the Harvest of Harmony Parade to their already busy schedule of preparing cheers, stunts, and special activities for the student body. FIRST ROW L to R: Beth Anderson. Lisa Doering. Angle Kelly SECOND ROW; JuDean Lenners, Rhonda Crapson, Melissa Anderson THIRD ROW: Lori Hems, TOP ROW; Lori Hayes- BETH ANDERSON LEADS THE CHEERLEADERS on their tricycles during a pep rally. Cheerleaders 31 Vikettes Add Style to Games The Northwest Varsity Vi- kettes busily prepared for per- formances by practicing very hard during the year. During the summer they placed third in final competition and first for home routine at the Doane College Clinic. They marched in the Shrine Bowl, Harvest of Harmony, and the Wayne State College Parades. The Vikettes kept the beat as they performed to many songs at Football and Basketball games. A new look was added to the Vikettes as they switched to flags during Football games. The climax for this year ' s Vikettes was performing as Flappers to Big Spender and the Woodchoppers Ball , and performing at Girls and Boys State Basketball. The Vikettes participated in other activities during the year such as sponsoring the Winter Sports Dance, helping with Pep Rallies, playing in the Powder Puff Football game, and holding the Raffle-A-Date. THE VARSITY VIKETTES show-off their Doane College Clinic routine. TOP ROW L TO R: Becky Dubas, Lisa Boltz, Kris Fusby, Vickie Smith. Middle Row: Tracy Jones, Linda Zimmerman, Rona Canfield, Kris Roby, Cindy Quandt. Brandie Sheffield. Bottom Row: Co- captains Sharon Eriksen, and Theresa Oakeson. PERFORMING AS FLAPPERS in the Jazz era Theresa Oakeson, Becky Dubas, Kris Roby. and Vickie Smith add Pizazz to their routine. 32 Varsity Vikettes The definition of a JV Vikette would probably be A hard-working individual willing to give up practically every waking hour to whatever cause may arise. There are sixteen JV Vikette members. These individuals try out and are chosen for the squad at the beginning of each school year. The JV Vikettes contributed hard work and creativity to every varsity football and basketball game by preparing the hoops for the boys to run through. These girls are also required to attend every home varsity basketball game and cheer with the Vikettes and cheerleaders. Hot Lunch Jam, Red Light, I ' ve Done Everything For You, and Tonight I ' m Yours were just a few of the songs chosen by captains Kris Fusby and Becky Dubas for the Northwest Junior Varsity Vikettes to perform to this year. The JV ' s grand finale was the honor of serving at the Annual Athletic Banquet. JV ' S Add Personality to Their Routines wi Hp J §■■ ! ' ' . I HHHH HH I R? H M mL K i H pHj W ' r ' m [JV H ro 4i l ij H BACK ROW L Jeanne Atkins, Grosch, Laurie Peggy Peterson Lori Panowicz. Beilingtier, Pam FRONT ROW: McGlynn, Mary Kemmet. to R: Wendee Zahn, Julie Harmon, Janel Eilts, Becky Engler, , Kim Whitefoot, and MIDDLE ROW: Karen Meier, and Lori Luft. Kim Medberry, Heidi O ' Brien, and Lisa PAM MEIER. JANEL GROSCH, LAUR- IE EILTS, AND MARY O ' BRIEN STRETCH OUT for some high kicks before a performance at half time of the |,v. basketball game, JUNIOR VARSITY VIKETTES practice nervously before entering the Rosen- crants Gymnasium to perform their routine. J.V. Vikettes 33 Choir Groups Provide Harmony A Cappella started its year by sending nine students to Hast- ings for All-State tryouts on October 5 with five of them qualifying: Robert Beckman, Lisa Bredthauer, Kim Gates, Lisa Kozisek, and Janice Roth. As a choir, A Cappella par- ticipated in the Christmas concert at St. Paul ' s Lutheran Church, at a clinic with Grand Island Senior High, at the Chamber of Commerce Ban- quet, at the FHA Convention, and in their final concert in March. In May four ensembles — Girl ' s Trio, Girl ' s Triple Trio, Mixed Octet, and Barbershop Quartet — and two soloists — Kim Gates and Wendee Zahn — participated in Distri ct Music Contest held in Kearney, Nebraska. Each year the Boys and Girls Chorus holds an all day clinic with Gothenburg. This year the clinic and the concert were held at Northwest in March. The Sophomore Chorus also took part in the annual Christmas and Spring Concerts. Throughout the year, choir BOYS AND GIRLS CHORUS wait to take a bow for the audience at the Christmas Concert at St. Paul ' s Lutheran Church. MRS. LOU GILMORE, director of the Northwest Choirs, also sponsored the Cheerleaders and Vikettes. At the Honors Convocation in May, she announced the 1982-83 captains for the Cheerleader and Vikette squads. 34 Choir students sold spices and spice racks to earn money for tineir last production of tfie year. After months of preparing sets, selling advertisements, collect- ing props, and practicing lines, dance steps, and songs, the choirs presented this year ' s finale , Funny Girl . Before each performance, they were psyched up by the traditional get down and squeeze them adrenal glands ' led by A Cappella President, Kim Gates. Vocal Music Department A CAPPELLA CHOIR: Beth Anderson, Gary Arndt, Sherry Arnold, Gary Aurand, Greg Baxter. Robert Beckman, Lisa Bredthauer, Sherry Budde, Rona Canfield, Rhonda Crapson, Sherri Cure, Jim DeMary, Tracy Dennhardt, Kathy Dreher, Becky Dubas, Angie Enevoldsen, Kim Gates, Sheri Hongsermeier, Ten Jones, Janet Kiser, Roger Knight, Lisa Kozisek, Becky Lantzer, JuDean Lenners, Jeff Linden, Kris Luhn, Randy Mendyk, Gregg fvlerkel, Scott IVIessenger, Greg Mora, Angie Nispel, Mary O ' Brien, Kelly Parde, Tammy Parker, Ray Peterson, Ron Rauert, Brad Richards, Kris Roby, Mindy Roby, Kevin Ronne, Dave Rosenkotter, Janice Roth, Tracy Schade, Doug Scholtz, Karen Schutt, Shelly Schweitzer, Ranita Valasek, Steph Volker, Marcey Wait, Misty Walling, Wendee Zahn, Linda Zimmerman, BOYS ' AND GIRLS ' CHORUS: Brian Anders, Lisa Boltz, Tracy Daberkow, Lynn Fitzgerald, Lynette Fowler, Annette Greiss, Nancy Grotzky, Scott Harness, Brenda Novak. Sara Klein, LaVon Lauritsen, Jeanne Lewandowski, Brent Lewis, Brian Lewis, Jill Manning, Bev McDowell, Lisa Olson, Dan Prabhu, Jon Purzycki, Renee Roberts, Gerri Ruff, Denise Saddler, Brandie Sheffield, Beth Smith, CD. Smith, Stacie Spiehs, Shelley Stueven, Susan Verba, Sharon Weiczorek, Teresa Wieczorek, LoLo Widmark. FIVE MEMBERS OF A CAPPELLA CHOIR, Lisa Bredthauer, Lisa Kozisek, Robert Beckman, Janice Roth, and Kim Gates, participated in the All State Music try-outs and later joined other students from all over Nebraska in a concert. A CAPPELLA CHOIR STANDS PROUDLY with Director Lou Gilmore at the Christmas concert. Choir 35 Choirs Become Ambassadors of Northwest Mrs. Lou Gilmore, the direc- tor of IS Karat Gold , felt that the members of swing choir were Ambassadors of North- west and were a unified group in many ways. Thoughout the year, the 21 juniors and seniors stayed busy getting ready for various pro- grams by attending early morn- ing practices. Their programs included assemblies at North- west, performing at feeder schools and various Grand Island churches, participating in the Bosses Night for Profes- sional Business Women ' s As- sociation and the Downtown Trade Commission, and de- livering singing Christmas Cards. The highlight of the year was participating at the District Music Contest in Kearney where they received a one for singing and choreography. Sophomore Swing Choir, a seventeen member group, took part in the Gothenburg Clinic held at Northwest on March 18. At the Vocal Music Concert on THE FRESHMAN CHOIR STANDS ready to sing ■Joy in Judea for the annual Christmas concert at St. Pauls Lutheran Church. RHONDA BISHOP, GLENN GREISS, DAVE KEIL, SEAN McNELIS, AND GREG PAYNE along with other members of the Freshman Choir work on improving musical techniques under the direction of Mrs. Lou Gilmore. 36 Choir April 23, they performed a medley of Beatles songs — Sergeant Pepper ' s Lonely Hearts Club Band . Mrs. Gilmore felt that this year ' s freshman group was an exceptional one with many strong leaders. The freshmen learned how to stand up in front of people and perform with confidence. Techniques be- came clearer as the year progressed. They performed at all the Vocal concerts and at Eighth Grade Orientation. Vocal Music Department 18 KARAT GOLD SWING CHOIR: Sherry Arnold, Robert Beckman, Lisa Bredthauer, Kim Gates, Deb Keil, Roger Knight, JuDean Lenners, Randy Mendyk, Gregg Merkel, Greg Mora, Angle Nispel, Sue Quandt, Mindy Roby, Kevin Ronne, Dave Rosenkotter, Luey Shultz, Jeff Sheeks, Doug Scholtz, Shelley Stueven, Misty Walling, and Wendee Zahn. SOPHOMORE SWING CHOIR: Brian Anders, Lisa Boltz, Kurt Evans, Lynn Fitzgerald, Scott Harness, Brent Lewis, Brian Lewis, Beverly McDowell, Dave McMichael, Pam Meier, Lisa Olson, Jon Purzycki, Denise Saddler, C. D. Smith, Stacie Spiehs, Stephanie Volker, Marcey Wait, and Sharon Wieczorek. 18 KARAT GOLD Swing Choir members practice a med- ley ot musical tunes for their entrance in the District Music Contest in Kearney. NORTHWEST SWING CHOIR MEMBERS PREPARED for the upcoming Christmas concert at many early morning practices. SOPHOMORE SWING CHOIR members get into position as they sing a medley ot Beatles songs as a finale. Choir 37 New Formation and Flag Corps Add Sparkle Viking Band members added flare to their half time football performances with a new style — Drum and Bugle Corps Marching. The Vikettes contributed their talent to this new look as a flag corps. Jazz Band was another new added feature. It met and practiced many mornings before school and performed at numerous home basketball games. As members of Jazz Band, Shelley Stueven, Jeff Taback, and Steve Heider played the National Anthem before the games. Parades played a big part in the band ' s year. The band marched in the Shrine Bowl, Wayne State College parade, and co-hosted the Harvest of Harmony Parade in Grand Island. Officers were President, Sharon Eriksen; Vice- President, Luey Shultz; Secre- tary, Theresa Oakeson; senior representative, JuDean Len- ners; junior representative. Deb Keil; and sophomore represen- tative, Pam Meier. fc HOME BASKETBALL GAMES opened with the National Anthem played by Shelley Stueven, Steve Heider, and Jeff Taback. MARCHING BAND perfects another half time performance at an early morning practice. THE LADY VIKINGS are cheered on to victory by Jennifer Langley, Shelley Stueven, and Jeff Linden. 38 Viking Band BAND MEMBERS FLUTES . , . Deb Keil, Pam Meier, Sharon Eriksen, Theresa Oakeson, JuDean Lenners, Stacey Sheppers, Joanne Roth. Andrea Meyer, Coryn Johnson, Jill Dahl. Diana Mundt, Sherri Stoll, Kim Smith, Chelle Larson, Lucy Whiting, Jodi Ewoldt OBOES . . . Chris Hodtwalker, Jody Langley BELLS , . . Nancy Mader BASS GUITAR . . . Todd Ronne . . . CLARINETS . . . Sherry Arnold, Rona Canfield, Soma Frogge, Tammy Niemoth, Lisa Bredthauer, Pam Ripa, Janelle Williams, Sally Peterson, Michelle Treffer, Lisa Kemmet, Dawn Semm, Sally Path, Teresa Sheeks, Steve McCoy ALTO CLARINETS , . . Brenda Dalton, Heather Craven BASS CLARINETS . . . Martha Reher, Brenda Laub, CONTRA BASS CLARINETS . . . Jennifer Langley TRUMPETS . . . Shelley Stueven, Kevin Ronne, Jeff Taback, Steve Heider, Jim DeMary, David Bredthauer, Jon Purzycki, Mark Elstermeier, Greg Niemoth, Todd Mitchell, Frank Kuta, Pat Schmid, Richard Lucas, Danny Carlson, Rodney Clark, FRENCH HORNES , , . Connne Houdek, Patty Raile TROMBONES . . . Jeff Sheeks, Grant Gunther, Jeff Linden, Gary Carlson ALTO SAXOPHONE , Sheri Hongsermeier, Scott Frogge, Phil Van Dorn, Susan Haden, Rodney Boehler, Kim Medbery, Kathy VonSeggern TENOR SAXOPHONE Shelly Schweitzer, Linda Zimmerman BARITONES - . , Dan Spencer, Brian Hueske TUBA , , . Doug Scholtz PERCUSSION . . Luey Shultz, Jim Fox, Kevin Sellmeyer, Michelle Sorgenfrei. 5 s a % ac,% JAZZ BAND MEMBERS: Back Row L to R: Luey Shultz, Jeff Taback, Kevin Ronne, Jon Purzyck, Patty Raile, Jeff Sheeks, Brian Hueske, Jeff Linden. Front Row: Sherry Arnold, Sheri Hongsermeier, Scott Frogge, Martha Reher, Kim Medbery, Jennifer Langley, Shelly Schweitzer, Shelley Stueven, Chris Hodtwalker, Todd Ronne, Deb Keil. Viking and Jazz Band 39 Senior Members Led the Way To a Great Year Enthusiasm and leadership were a big part of the North- west Viking Band this year, a nd senior band members provided DOth. Outstanding Senior Girl Sharon Eriksen and Outstand- ing Senior Boy Dan Spencer led the way to a great year. Majorette Nancy Mader and Vikette Captains Theresa Oa- keson and Sharon Eriksen supervised the half-time foot- ball performances and spent many long hours perfecting the flag routines. It was the sen- ior ' s experience that helped to shape the band ' s new Drum and Bugle Corps style of marching. This, along with pep talks and other forms of en- couragement, helped keep band spirits high. Overall their leadership held the band together and guided it to a very successful year. THE MEMORIES OF THE LAST FOUR YEARS causes Dan Spencer to chuckle. SENIOR BAND MEMBERS: Back Row L to R: Sherry Arnold, Sharon Eriksen, JuDean Lenners, Nancy Mader, Rona Canfield. Middle Row: Lisa Bredthauer, Dan Spencer, Dan Carlson, Shelly Schweitzer. Front Row: Shen Hongser- meler, Theresa Oakeson, Tammy NIemoth, Patty Raile. SHERRY ARNOLD AND RONA CAN- FIELD practice for their last senior performance. IP 40 Senior Band Viking Pride IS ACTIVITIES 41 Parade Marks 40th Year Through rain, sleet, bitter cold, and even snow, the Viking Band has always marched faithfully through the streets of Grand Island in the annual Harvest of Harmony Parade. This year, under the direction of Mr. Charles Irick, Band Instructor, and Nancy Mader, Student Director, the band added a little zest to the old routine by marching in a diamond pattern instead of the traditional square. This year ' s Harvest of Har- mony Hostess, Lori Heins, led the Viking Band. The day before her appearance in the parade, Lori attended various activities and a banquet dinner. MR. IRICK concentrates on the band. NANCY MADER, DRUM MAJOR, directs the band. l -P HIGH I SCHQO - i • DONETTA SHULTZ AND CHRIS BECKER carry the Northwest banner. THE BAND AND VIKETTES march down Third Street. THE CROWD WATCHES as Lori Heins leads the band. 42 Harvest of Harmony Harvest of Harmony 43 Homecoming is Country Love When thinking of Homecom- ing, one might think of football games, pep rallies, dances, and Country Love. The theme Country Love was chosen for the 1981 Homecoming dance w hich fol- lowed a 15-3 victory over Central City. Haybales, wagon wheels, and pitchforks con- tributed to the Country Love scene. Duane Meyer provided Complete Music with the combination of country and western hits and popular tunes. JuDean Lenners and Kirk Berggren were selected as Homecoming Royalty. Their attendants were Chris Becker and Todd Olson; Sharon Erik- sen and Larry Brannagan. HOMECOMING ROYALTY AND ATTENDANTS were Larry Brannagan, Sharon Eriksen, Queen JuDean Lenners, King Kirk Berggren, Chris Becker, and Todd Olson. THE CROWD WATCHES the burning of the Bison at the community pep rally. A BARN YARD SCENE contributes to the Country Love theme. ATTENDENTS, Sharon Eriksen and Larry Brannagan, witness the crowning of Homecoming Queen JuDean Lenners. STUDENTS KICK-UP their heels to the tunes of Complete Music ' 44 Homecoming Homecoming 45 Time and Laughter Mrs. Evelyn Nikkei, the new Director of Drama at Northwest High School, made her direct- ing debut in the play Goodbye My Fancy. She directed 17 students through two months of hard practice to prepare them for opening night. The play centers on Agatha Reed who returns to her college during Commencement Weekend to receive an honor- ary degree. While there, she confronts and resolves old relationships with the college President, Dr. James Merrill, and Time photographer Matt Cole. Merrill and Cole are competitors for Agatha ' s affec- tion. Other complications add both humor and common sense to the plot. ELLEN GRISWALD AND AGATHA REED, previous college buddies, are finally reunited after 20 years of long separation. ELLEN GRISWALD (CLARE TANDE), in an inebriated state, listens attentively as her husband Claude (Todd Mitchell), argues politics with Dr. Merrill (Dave Rosenkotter). MARY NELL (TRACEY TRYNCHY) passes around the candy dish to Amelia (Kris Katzberg), Carol (Kris Hansen), and Clarisse (Amy Chapman) as she announces her recent en- gagement. 46 Play mm  H B i M BHBh i - - ' ' - «rl ]« LjP. lU - -,, WOODY (KATHY DREHER), Agatha ' s private secretary and part-time coun- selor, enters Hope College where Agatha had previously made her residence. BACK ROW L to R: Dave Rosenkotter, Todd Mitchell, Kris Hansen, Brian Lewis, Lisa Bredthauer, Renee Roberts, Brent Lewis, Kris Katzberg, Director Mrs. Nikkei, Sitting: Theresa Oakeson, Kim Gates, Tracey Trynchy, Clare Tande, Kris Luhn, Shannon Couillard, Amy Chapman, Jeff Linden, Gregg Merkel, and Kathy Dreher. Play 47 Ice Castles Becomes Reality Ice Castles was the theme chosen by the Vikettes for the annual Winter Sports Dance held on January 8, 1982. ■■Knights of the Turntable provided a variety of music and special lighting effects. A winter scene of light blue, silver, and navy blue provided the setting for the crowning of the Royalty which took place on the drawbridge of the Ice Castle. Ken Brand and Theresa Oakeson were crowned King and Queen. Attendants to the Royalty were Ron Maas, Cindy Quandt, Dave Sims, and Rhon- da Grosch. Last year ' s King and Queen, Brian Mustion and Lori Boltz, presented the Royalty with awards. J 1 BRIAN MUSTION, 1981 Winter Sports King, presents Theresa Oakeson with her crown. LAST YEAR ' S QUEEN, Lori Boltz bestows the traditional Winter Sports l iss upon King Ken Brand. THE 1982 WINTER SPORTS ROYALTY AND ATTENDANTS FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: Dave Sims, Rhonda Grosch, King Ken Brand, Queen Theresa Oakeson, Cindy Quandt, and Ron Maas. 48 Winter Sports Dance Winter Sports 49 Production Well Done On May 6, 7, and 9 the Northwest Vocal Music Depart- ment put their talents on stage as they presented the musical Funny Girl under the direction of Mrs. Lou Gilmore. Mrs. Wilma Stevens headed the make-up crew, Mr. Charles Irick conducted the Orchestra, and Mr. Ken Bassett designed the sets. Kim Gates portrayed Fanny Brice whose main goal is to become a star in the Ziegfeld Follies. On her way to becom- ing a success, she falls in love, marries, and eventually loses Nick Arnstein (Greg Mora). Funny Girl had a large cast of sixty students from both A ' Cappella and Girls ' and Boys ' Chorus. OUTSIDE THE KEENEY MUSIC HALL, Heckle (Brad Richards) and the workmen (Raymond Peterson and Scott Harness) predict Fanny ' s failure in show business. IN A REPRISE TO ' IF A GIRL ISN ' T PRETTY , the Keeney Girls (Angle Nispel, Sara Klein. Becky Dubas, and Beth Anderson) and Eddie Ryan (Doug Scholtz) tell Fanny that she should forget performing and try something else. MRS. O ' MALLEY (BECKY LANTZER) adds the finishing touches to one of Fanny Brice ' s dresses modeled by Eddie Ryan. 50 Musical IflfrKi :Ji:-Mi iJJ W NICK ARNSTEIN (GREG MORA) HELPS FANNY BRICE (KIM GATES) with her wrap to begin a night of dinner, wine, and romance. IN A CELEBRATION AFTER RAT- TAT-TAT-TAT , guests in Fanny ' s dressing room discuss the success of the performance. MRS. STRAKOSH (LISA BREDTH- AUER) tells Fanny that when men go to the theatre and pay good money for it, they should have something to look at. AT A FULL DRESS REHEARSAL for Funny Girl, the cast takes time out for an extra curtain call. Musical 51 Spirit Boosters Cheer Along With Students The Northwest Boosters Club certainly lived up to its name by actively supporting the students of Northwest. One of the functions of the Boosters is to raise money to supplement all school athletic programs. Some of their fund raising projects included the printing and selling of programs at all home athletic events, the sell- ing of black and gold sweaters and jackets, and the selling of raffle tickets. Boosters Club ' s enthusiasm spread throughout the entire community when they spon- sored a pep rally the night before Homecoming. The even- ing came to a close as every- one gathered around a huge bonfire to see the flaming letters NHS. The 1981-82 sports year was capped off by Boosters Club ' s annual Athletic Banquet which is held to honor all athletes involved in the Northwest sports program. John Melton of the University of Nebraska was the guest speaker. BOOSTERS CLUB SHOW THEIR SUPPORT AND SPIRIT as they cheer on the players and watch for more action. THE VIKING BANNER Is raised high at the finals of the Girls State Basketball Tour- nament as the Boosters Club yell Chick-A-Lack-A, Chick- A-Lack-A, Boom-A-Lack-A . . . MR. JOE MATTINGLY, PRE- SIDENT OF BOOSTERS CLUB, adds more fuel to the huge bon fire at the Community Pep Rally. 52 Boosters Club The May 3 Honors Convoca- tion was held in the Learning Center to recognize those students who attended school daily and those who put forth extra effort to achieve good grades. Certificates were awarded to students for perfect attendance and honor roll. Those who showed leadership and took time to care about their futures were presented with spirit awards and scholarships. Gary Aurand was presented the University of Nebraska Re- gents Scholarship. The top ten percent of the senior class were recognized and given gold medals for their hard work and determination. The top ten percent are Sharon Eriksen, Sheri Hongsermeier, Gary Aurand, Theresa Oake- son, Nancy Mader, Teri Jacob- sen, Jody Andringa, Paula Pistulka, Mike Gumming, Deb Stark, DeAnn Sandman, Todd Schmitz, Leslie Smith, and Joni Bishop. In the evening these students were honored at a banquet hosted by the Chamber of Commerce. Students Are Recognized For Achievements RECEIVING HER LAST NORTHWEST HONORS, Donetta Shultz was presented a Basketball Award and the Wayne State College President ' s Scholarship from Mr. Walter Beck at the Honors Convocation. THE COMMERCIAL NATIONAL BANK AND TRUST COMPANY presented Spirit Awards for Fine Arts and Sports to seventeen Northwest students at the Honors Convocation. Four award winners were from the Junior class while the other winners were from the Senior Class. Honors Convocation 53 Evening is Sweet Sweet Dreams was the theme for this years Junior- Senior Prom. The Liederkranz was decorated in rainbow colors with moons, stars, hearts, and a rainbow to add a sparkling touch to the atmos- phere. The band Flight was the evening ' s entertainment. They provided a combination of rock, disco, and slow music. Larry Brannagan and Sharon Eriksen were elected King and Queen by the Junior class while Todd Olson, Dave Sims, Kris Roby, and Teri Helgoth acted as attendants. Chris Eberhardt, Jodi Hen- rlchson, Steve Lamb, and Bren- da Dalton functioned as so- phomore servers for the memorable event. PROM ROYALTY L to R; Todd Olson, Kris Roby. Queen Sharon Eriksen, King Larry Brannagan, Terl Helgoth, Dave Sims. LARRY BRANNAGAN SHOWS HIS AMAZEMENT as he is crowned the 1982 Pronn King. COUPLES REMINISCE under the archway during a break. 54 Prom Sharon Eriksen Larry Brannagi Prom 55 Dreams of Tomorrow High school days are filled with friends, activities, dreams, and memories. For 127 seniors, the dream of graduation became reality on Sunday, May 16, 1982. The Reverend R.L. Klein gave the Baccalaureate and Commencement Address, In- vocation, and Benediction. The class motto Today We Prepare For Our Dreams Of Tomorrow was used in the Valedictorian Address given by Sharon Eriksen. Class Pre- sident Larry Brannagan presid- ed over the Turning of the Tassles ritual and presented the 1982 Class — The Class with Class . Though their high school days have ended, their future dreams have only begun. _ TODAY UE PREPARE FOR I OUR DREAMS ' OF TOMORROU T SENIOR GIRLS TURN THEIR TASSLES — one of the last events of their senior year which officially indicates that they have graduated. PARENTS AND STUDENTS LISTEN TO KIM GATES as she begins the Baccalaureate and Commencement Exercises by singing Everything (accompanied by Betty Powell). LARRY BRANNAGAN LEADS THE SENIORS in the ritual of turning their tassles. 56 Graduation JANICE ROTH HUGS A FELLOW CLASSMATE in congratulations for all their accomplishments FOR THE LAST TIME, seniors are gathered together as they proceed into the gym for Commencement Exercises. SENIOR GUYS WAIT PATIENTLY, hands folded, before receiving their diplomas. CHRIS BECKER ACCEPTS HER DIPLOMA from Mr. Jim Eriksen with a smile and a handshake. Graduation 57 Honors American Academy of Achievement Award Sharon Eriksen Appointment to U.S. Air Force Academy Kirk Berggren Appointment to U.S. Air Force Academy Jeff Boeka Chadron State College - Speech and Theatre Scholarship Shannon Couillard Commercial National Bank Trust Co. Scholarship - Paula Pistulka Commercial National Bank Trust Co. Spirit Awards Fine Arts Outstanding Fine Arts Student Kim Gates Drama Lisa Bredthauer Art Dan Spencer Journalism Kim Mott Instrumental Music Sheri Hongsermeier Speech Kathy Dreher Vocal Music Randy Mendyk Sports Outstanding Girl Athlete Chris Becker Girl ' s Basketball Donetta Shultz Girl ' s Cross Country Luey Shultz Girl ' s Track Deb Keil Girls Volleyball Rhonda Grosch Outstanding Boy ' s Athlete Todd Olson Outstanding Boy ' s Athlete Ron Maas Boy ' s Basketball Ron Maas Boy ' s Cross Country Roger Knight Boy ' s Football Todd Olson Boy ' s Track Larry Brannagan Golf Ken Brand Don EIrod Scholarship Kim Mott First Presbyterian Church Grant Deb Moyer Grand Island Business Women ' s Club Scholarship Donetta Shultz Hall County Medical Foundation Scholarship Lori Heins Horizons Honor Program Alternate Scholarship Sharon Eriksen Hastings Community College Scholarship Mark Moeller International Thespian Society Scholarship Kim Gates Kearney State College Basketball Award Rhonda Grosch Kearney State College Cooperative Scholarship Joni Bishop Kearney State College President ' s Scholarship Sharon Eriksen National College Scholarship Nancy Mader Nebraska Wesleyan University President ' s Scholarship Kevin Muhs Northwest Education Association Scholarship Michelle Lamb Northwest Student Council Scholarship Paula Pistulka New Holland Community Service Award Patty Raile Platte College Biology Scholarship Kirk Berggren Platte College Physics Scholarship Gary Aurand St. Francis Medical Foundation Scholarship Lori Heins St. Paul ' s Lutheran Church Scholarship Sharon Eriksen St. Paul ' s Lutheran Church Scholarship Nancy Mader United Methodist Church Education Grant Sherry Arnold University of Nebraska - Lincoln David Scholarship Mike Gumming Theresa Oakeson University of Nebraska - Lincoln 5-Year Football Award Todd Olson University of Nebraska - Regents Scholarship Gary Aurand University of Wyoming - Football Award David Sims Wayne State College Basketball Award Donetta Shultz Wayne State College President ' s Scholarship Donetta Shultz 58 EH HiT Viking Pride IS SPORTS 59 Girls contribute to success of Cross Country Pride ran deep in ttie soles of ttie Viking Harriers as ttiey captured many well-earned victories over tough competi- tion. Both Cross Country teams placed as top finishers in several meets, including Conference and Districts. And. for the first time, both boys and girls ran in the state competi- tion. At the Kearney Invitational, the boys ' team finished second behind Lexington. Roger Knight and Todd Miles placed out of 56 runners. The girls finished fifth wWU Janet Meyer placing in the top ten. After only the first season of Cross Country action, the girls aimed for the best as they took both Conference and District titles which then qualified the team for the State meet. Girls placing in the top ten at Districts were Janet Meyer, Tracy Dennhardt, and Luey Shultz. State running was a new experience for the Lady Vikes, but they were not hindered in their first attempt as their team finished ninth. V wtf r ROBB BJORKLUND shows drive and determination needed for the finish line. BACK ROW L to R: Raymond Peter- son. Todd Miles. Roger Knight, Martin Billington, Kevin Muhs, Dan Carlson, Doug Schultz, Coach Zavala. Front Rovj: Mike Eberhardt, Blane King, Robb Bjorklund, Mark O ' Brien, Tony Swanson, and Darren Jones. ROGER KNIGHT AND BLANE KING run for the finish line and a Viking Victory. 60 Cross Country Victory was not a stranger to the boys as the Cross Country team took runner-up titles at Conference and Districts. Boys placing In the top ten were Roger Knight and Blane King, The team then participat- ed In the State meet held In Kearney. The State meet ended a very exciting season for all the Viking runners. BOYS SCOREBOARD Albion Invitational 3rd Mlnden-Northiwest Dual 1st Broken Bow Invitational 2nd Lexington-Norttiwest Dual 1st Central City Invitational 3rd Aurora Invitational 3rd Ord Invitational 1st Kearney Invitational 2nd Central Conference at Aurora 2nd Districts at Seward 2nd State at Kearney 17th GIRLS SCOREBOARD Albion Invitational 4tti Minden-Northwest Dual 1st Broken Bow Invitational 6th Lexington-Norttiwest Dual 2nd Central City Invitational 1st Aurora Invitational 1st Ord Invitational 2nd Kearney Invitational 5th Central Conference at Aurora 1st Districts at Seward 1st State at Kearney 9th i ji : £.: ' ? w ' .: ' - LUEY SHULTZ strides out and goes for time on the home stretch. THE GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY TEAfVl show their appreciation for their parents by giving them roses on parents night. BACK ROW L to R: Mr. Vince Zavala, Denise Hawk, Stacey Schepers, and Luey Shultz. Front Row: Student Manager Robin Ripa, Amy Chapman, and Janet Meyer. Not pictured Tracy Dennhardt and Kim Wiegert. Cross Country 61 New Image Was Stressed Teamwork The Northwest Volleyball Team ended their 1981 season with a record of 13-6. Although the season looked promising, the girls fell to defeat in their last outing. The Lady Vikes used their talent and skill to win the Litchfield Tournament. In their first round of action, the Vikes defeated Ravenna in two sets. The last two days of the tournament, the Viking team showed their spirit by taking first place. Northwest beat Pleasanton. giving them the opportunity to participate in the finals. Next the Vikes were up against highly-regarded Central Catholic and dominated the first set. Unfortunately, the second set was a different story when the Lady Vikes were defeated. But in the third round of action, they outlasted the Crusaders. Going into Conferences, the Vikings had a 12-3 record. Winning their first round of action, they played Schuyler, BACK ROW L to R: Coach Ellen Warner, Donetta Shultz, Nancy Mader, Jody Henrichson, Chris Becker, Rhon- da Grosch, Karleen Knuth. Angle Enevoldsen, Traci Daberkow. Sara Klein, Coach Glenda Tucker. MIDDLE ROW: Pam Leckron, Denise Saddler, Deborah Keil, Michelle Keeshan, Mindy Roby, Julie Bauer, Lolo Widmark, Becky Engler, Julie Boltz. Kathy McMichael, FRONT ROW: Kim Mott, Ronda Bowden, Stacie Spiehs, Tracy Schade. Sue Quandt, Karis Walker, Amy Leaman, Stacy Krohn, Marcey Walt, Lisa Borgman. THE NORTHWEST VARSITY VOLLEY- BALL TEAM presented Coach Glenda Tucker ' s mother, Lola, the Most Valuable Fan award at Parent ' s Night. THE VARSITY SQUAD builds enthusiasm before their game by doing the roll 62 Volleyball winning in two sets. The Vikes were then defeated by highly ranked Albion in a close three sets and lost to Aurora in two sets. Northwest went into Dis- trict action against Aurora. The Vikes won the first set, but during the second and third sets, they were not as fortun- ate, and they were defeated. Although the year ended on a bitter-sweet note, the Lady Vikes still gained many well- deserved victories. VARSITY VOLLEYBALL NW MINDEN 16-14 15-2 NW CENTRAL CITY 15-3 15-6 NW ADAMS CENTRAL 15-1 15-10 LITCHFIELD TOURNAMENT NW ST. CECILIA 15-10 18-16 NW RAVENNA 15-10 15-6 NW CENTRAL NW PLEASANTON 15-9 15-1 CATHOLIC 15-6 15-17 15-9 NW CENTRAL NW ALBION 10-15 2-15 CATHOLIC 15-4 7-15 15-11 HOLDREGE TOURNAMENT CENTRAL CONFERENCE TOURNAMENT NW BERTRAND 5-15 0-15 NW SCHUYLER 15-7 15-11 NW HASTINGS 15-17 15-7 NW ALBION 12-15 15-10 11-15 NW ORD 15-7 15-0 NW AURORA 1-15 9-15 NW HOLDREGE 15-9 15-4 DISTRICT B-5 TOURNAMENT NW SANDY CREEK 15-10 15-4 NW AURORA 15-9 9-15 7-15 NW AURORA 8-15 1-15 •TEAMWORK AND POSITIVE MEN- TAL ATTITUDE are the key things to a successful season. CHRIS BECKER PREPARES FOR A SPIKE while Nancy Mader goes up for a fake. Volleyball 63 Young Talent Adds Success to Viking Squad Ellen Warner ' s Junior Var- sity Volleyball team ended a very successful season with a modest record of 6-4, but don t let the win-loss column fool anyone. The experience and teamwork gained was the biggest victory for the young Vikings. Coach Warner always en- couraged the J.V. team to play to their fullest potential and even when a game was lost, she said that the team should always feel good about it if they played to the best of their ability. Consistent starters were Deb Keil, Mindy Roby, Tracy Schade, Stacie Spiehs, Angle Enevoldsen, and Denise Sad- dler, but the bench strength was important and every in- dividual had the opportunity to improve her skills in a game situation. Lolo Widmark, North- west ' s foreign exchange student from Sweden, also had her first opportunity to play volleyball. The Freshman Volleyball team had a successful year of ANGIE ENEVOLDSEN encourages the team to do their best. BECKY ENGLER DODGES A BUMP by one of her fellow teammates. DEB KEIL BUMPS THE BALL for a set as Stacie Spiehs looks on. 64 Volleyball learning new techniques and improving old ones. Playing as a team was a major goal for the upcoming season. Another team goal was to learn, and that was just what the team did. Although the season ended with a record of 2-10 with wins over Sandy Creek and Aurora, Coach Randy Hubbard stressed to his freshmen at the beginning of the season to first play as a team and then strive for victor- ies. JUNIOR VARSITY NW MINDEN 15-12 11-15 7-15 NW ADAMS CENTRAL 9-15 10-15 NW ST. CECILIA NW CENTRAL CATHOLIC NW ALBION NW ORD NW HOLDREGE NW SANDY CREEK NW AURORA NW CENTRAL CITY 5-15 8-15 15-1 6-15 15-7 15-9 9-15 15-10 15-7 16-14 10-15 15-13 15-13 15-5 15-11 10-15 13-15 15-2 15-1 FRESHMAN NW BARR 7-15 16-14 10-15 NW ADAMS CENTRAL 15-17 8-15 NW ST. CECILIA 14-16 6-15 NW ALBION 15-12 11-15 11-15 NW ORD 14-16 11-15 NW HOLDREGE 5-11 9-11 NW SANDY CREEK 15-7 15-13 NW AURORA 3-15 15- 9 10-15 NW CENTRAL CATHOLIC 8-15 15-12 11-15 NW CENTRAL CITY 15-17 10-15 BACK ROW L TO R: Dawn Semm, Stephanie Sheffield, Peggy Peterson, Jodi Ewoldt, Pam Ripa, Julie Graham, Kris Barrett, Diana Mundt, Chris Hodtwalker. MIDDLE ROW: Michelle Treffer, Sheila Olson. Michelle Mullen. Angie Hohnstein, Bess Preisendorf, Wanda Hoegren. Dawn Skeen, Sue Haden, Chris Quandt, Chelle Larson. FRONT ROW: Michelle Sorgenfrei, Lori Luft, Loretta Mader, Sona Walker, Kim Burney, Joni Crow, Pam Nesiba, Debbie Olson. COACH RANDY HUBBARD goes over the game plan with his players. SONA WALKER SETS THE BALL as Debbie Olson prepares for a spike. Volleyball 65 Team Effort Captures Prize: State Trophy The ultimate goal of any athlete is to be number one in his respective sport. 1981-82 was the year of the Vikings on the grid iron as they captured the Class B title. The Vikings finished the regular season 8-1. Their only loss was to the Aurora Huskies the third game of the season. Their first play-off game was an impressive win over undefeat- ed Kimball 36-13; then they stunned a state power, Lincoln Pius X, 41-0. But the icing on the cake was when the Vikings met Aurora in the finals and blasted them 55-0, a class B record for most points scored in a single play-off game. The Northwest Vikings captured the State Champion- ship and, in the process, broke or tied 12 different individual and team state records. One super stater, Todd Olson, and all staters, Kirk Berggren, Ron Maas, and David Sims, were honored from Northwest in area papers. ■■ n i n BpPw lP IB kV V y K I c HL ' mijiijjiijijiftgjjju igK j m 1 Bh V ' HI 1V p WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS ... and convincingly so as the Vikings made perhaps the most convincing bid for the state championship in football history. Northvi est defeated Kimball, Puis X, and Aurora while on their vi ay to number one. A WINNING COMBINATION, Reuss blocks for ball carrier Berggren in the finals of the State playoffs against rival Aurora. 66 State Playoffs Sponsored by BOOSTER CLUB. A host of Vikings received all-conference honors: Kirk Berggren, Jeff Boeka, Larry Brannagan, Ron Maas, Tom Mattingly, and Todd Olson, The Vikings finished the season 11-1, first place in class B and fifth place state wide. Some of the Vikings will graduate and some will be back next year, yet none of the 81-82 team will forget an experience such as this. STATE PLAYOFFS Northwest vs. Kimball Nov. 3 1981 36-16 Northwest vs. Lincoln Pius X Nov. 6. 1981 41-0 Northwest vs. Al rora Nov. 1C , 1981 55-0 Broke the Class B record of team rushing in one game of 500 yards: Northwest 523 yards 1 Broke the Class B team total offense recorc in one game of 470 yards: Northwest 523 yards Broke the Class B team record of points scored in one game Df 39: Northwest 55 Shattered the All Class team record of total rushing yards in a series of 919 yards: Northwest 1194 Shattered the All Class team record of total offense in a series of 1095 yards: Northwest | 1276 Broke the Class B team record of total points scored in a series of 100 Northwest 132 SUPER STATER TODD OLSON, a three year starter, accepts his gold medal from Head Coach Dick Anderson, a reward for his hard work and dedication. LARRY BRANNAGAN (31) is shown here picking off a pass in the semi-finals of the state playoffs against Lincoln Pius X. RON MAAS (52) AN ALL-STATE OFFENSIVE CENTER proved his defensive worth as he stops a Pius Thunderbolt in the Viking ' s win over Pius. State Playoffs 67 A Challenge Was Made and Met It took a lot of individual dedication by players and coaches alike to put together a season like the Northwest football squad had this year. Summer weight training and conditioning began in June and continued until the first week of practice. The August sun was hot, yet the weather was the least of the Viking ' s worries as they approached their first game of the season against sixth ranked Holdrege. But the Vikes had prepared well and they surprised the Dusters 20-0. They then went on to beat Ord the following week 28-0. After their victory over Ord, Northwest moved up to second in the area ratings in Class B only to stumble against Aurora on Friday, But they rebounded and continued on to win the rest of their regular season games including victor- ies over Central City, Gothen- burg, York, Adams Central, Fairbury, and Albion. The Vik- ings had won their district with ALL-STATER DAVE SIMS is shown here making one of numerous receptions he completed at the tight end position In the season opener against Holdrege. 68 Varsity Football a season record of 8-1 and were headed for tfie play-offs. It was now November and the team had to contend with the cold November wind in- stead of the summer heat, but the Vikings weren ' t ready to end the season just qualifying for State — they wanted to win. The challenge was made and the challenge was met. The Vikings defeated Kimball, Pius X, and Aurora to become the 1981 Class B Champs, a first in Northwest ' s history. VARSITY SCORES Holdrege 20-0 Ord 28-0 Aurora 8-20 Gothenburg 39-0 Central City 15-3 York 51-13 Adams Central 35-0 Fairbury 66-0 Albion 26-22 RAMBLING REUSS: Reuss was not only a super running back, as shown here, but a strong blocker as well. KIRK BERGGREN, honorary captain of the Class B all-state team, made a name for himself by executing running plays such as this one, JOHN HAUBOLD ' S UNIQUE ENTHUSIASfyl AND LEADERSHIP accompanied by his talent and skills on the offensive and defensive line made him an important element of the Viking team. A O Front Row: Larry Brannagan, Ken Brand, Lyndon Boltz, Kirk Berggren, John Haubold, Shane Redwine, Dave Sims, Daryl Meier, Jeff Boeka, Second Row: James DeMary, Fred Kuta, Pat Severn, Brad Elkins, Mike Reuss, Jeff Baxter, Greg Mora, Kelly Mendyk, Brian Hueske, Third Row: Steve Lamb, Scott Bradley, Jeff Brand, Greg Katzberg, Chris Eberhardt, Jason Davis, Kurt Carpenter, Kevin Engle, Jeff Sheeks, Fourth Row: Coach Rupp, Coach Hill, Coach Schffield, John Arp, Mark Sims, Kurt Grimminger, Dan Hartman, Kent Brannagan, Rob Falldorf, Scott Fox, Coach Gee, Coach Vertin, Head Coach Anderson, Fifth Row: Trainer Pat Liebsack, Trainer Doug Armstrong, Student Manager David Bredth- auer, Scott Berggren, Kevin Clark, Ron Maas, Todd Olson, David McMichael, Tom Mattingly, Tony Markvicka, Brian Anders, Glenn Mat- tingly. Varsity Football 69 J.V. and Frosh: Looking at Tomorrow ' s Stars One of the greatest assets in any sport is experience, and the Junior Varsity and Fresh- men strive to learn from their season those things that will benefit them for the future. Because today ' s J.V.s and Freshmen are tomorrow ' s var- sity stars, what they achieve this year can only help them improve if they apply it to working towards a higher level of competition and success. Although the J.V. team ended its season with a record of 2-3, they showed vast improvement during the sea- son. They were successful in a win over Class A Hastings 14-7 and two of their losses came to Class A Senior High. Their tough competition readied the J.V. team for even bigger opponents on the varsity level. This year ' s freshman team showed great potential with an outstanding season, ending with a record of 7-0. Head Coach Norm Hayes comment- ed, The team was hard- working and dedicated. At the ' ' J ' -i Greg Katzberg (88) man-handles two opposing players at once during a reserve contest. Katzberg doubled as a split end on both the Varsity and J.V. level. Glenn Mattingly (21) blocks for running back Pat Severn. Severn was one of the reserves top running backs. Brad Elkins (11) ran the reserve offense most of the year, as well as making frequent varsity appearances as quarterback. 70 J.V. Football end of the year, the team voted on individual honors. Jeff Smith was voted most valuable player and offensive leader; Ken Maxwell was defensive leader; most improved player was Mike Leaman, and team cap- tains were Dave Keil and Mike Brannagan. This year ' s work by the J.V. ' s and Freshmen not only was for their immediate goals of a successful season, but for a goal in the future on the varsity level. J.V. SCORES Hastings 14-7 Aurora 6-13 G-l- Sophs 22-34 Central City 28-0 G.I- Sophs 14-35 FROSH SCORES York 30-8 Aurora 24-6 Albion 20-7 Ord 60-0 St. Paul 30-14 Hastings 20-8 Central City 34-14 E3ff '  5 Front Row: Keith Ostermeier, Brent Lind. Dave Jepson, Kenny Owen, Conn Narber, Richard Lucas, Marty Reuss, Jeff Smith, Rob Reidy. Second Row: Coach Walcott, Mark Padrnos, Ron James, Perry Kober, John Holz, Brad Snyder, Karl Quandt, Ty Arndt, Doug Markworth, Coach Hayes. Third Row: Greg Niemoth, Ron Rauert, Charles Acker, Ken Maxwell, Kevin Sheeks, Russ Heins, Mike Brannagan, Sean McNeils, Chris Killin. Back Row: Rod Boehler, Rick Skorniak, Jeff Cud- deford, Steve McCoy, Fred Behrle, Frank Kuta, Todd Ronne, Dave Keil, Jim Webb, Mike Leaman. CONN NARBER (31) scores a touchdown against Central City for the Freshman Vikings. Narber played well all season along with fellow running backs Mike Brannagan, Marty Reuss, and Jeff Smith. But It took a team effort for Norm Hayes ' freshman VIkes to have a 7-0 season. Frosh Football 71 Hard Work Makes Dream Reality The Girls ' Varsity Basketball squad captured the Class B State Title and brought home the Viking ' s second State Championship trophy of the year. The Lady Vikings took on the Minden Whippets in the first round of the tournament at the Bob Devaney Sports Center in Lincoln, fvlinden, a familiar foe for Northwest, was defeated by the Vikes 43-31. In the semi-finals the girls met up with undefeated North Bend. North Bend had been averaging sixty points per game until they met the ten- acious 1-3-1 defense of North- west. The final score saw Northwest defeat North Bend 38-31 and the Vikings were on their way to the finals of the State tournament. In the finals against Sidney, who also was averaging sixty points a game, the Vikings jumped out to an early first quarter lead, 10-0. But Sidney was persistent and began to close the gap on the Viking ' s advantage, finally taking the SUE QUANDT (32) goes against a North Bend defender and pulls down a rebound in second round action. THE VIKINGS celebrate reaching their ultimate goal — The Class B State Championship. THE LADY VIKES execute their tenacious 1-3-1 defense which al- lowed (ust 31 points from each opponent In the State Tournament, 72 State Tournament Sponsored by Booster Club lead with 3:03 left in the game, 31-30. Northwest ' s Mindy Roby then managed to get a shot off inside after an offensive rebound which gave the Vik- ings the lead for good as they went on to win 32-31. ending the season with a 22-4 record. It took the efforts of twelve hard-working girls, and the inspiration of Coach Schultz and Coach Vertin to final ly make the dream of a State Championship a reality. Class B State Champs Julie Bauer, Chris Becker, Tracy Daberkow, Rhonda Grosch, Jodi Henrichson, Michelle Keeshan, Sara Klein, Nancy Mader, Sue Quandt, Mindy Roby, Donetta Shultz, Luey Shultz. Scores Minden North Bend Sidney 43-31 38-31 32-31 DONETTA SHULTZ brings the ball up court during state tournament action where she helped her team win the State Championship. MINDY ROBY looks to shoot the ball in the semi-finals of state. fVlindy put in the winning field goal in the finals of the tournament against Sidney. State Tournament 73 Rough Start Ends With Victories Most people remember how a team does at the end of the season, not what it did when the season started. For the Lady Vikes, it was a tough start on a road that finally led to success in the state tournament. They lost two of the first three games: one to Kearney, who later became the Class A champ and one to rival, Aurora. The low point of the season came when the girls took a very disappointing loss to Lexington. Coach Barry Schultz feels that the early season losses helped empha- size the need for teamwork, whicf. was a big factor in the girls ' play at the state tour- nament. In December, the girls won the Holiday Tournament over Central Catholic. The Vikings were seeded seventh in the Conference Tournament but proved they were a much better ball team. They defeated Fair- bury, Columbus Lakeview, and York which put them into the CHRIS BECKER (34) GAINS CONTROL of a loose ball and looks for the fast break. RHONDA GROSCH TIPS THE BALL away from her opponent to grab the rebound. JULIE BAUER (31) sneaks through the York defense for an Inside shot during the conference tournament. 74 Varsity Girls Basketball finals against Aurora. Although they fell short of a victory, they fought until the final buzzer in a very close battle. The Lady Vikings were ready to play when it came time for District action. They defeated Milford, then York in the semi-finals, and once again they were up against Aurora. This time the Vikes led the entire game, winning 30-23. After winning the B-3 District the Vikings were given a shot at the State Tournament. Varsity Scores Kearney 36-45 Lakeview 40-33 Adams Central 40-31 York 48-37 Aurora 38-39 Aurora 22-25 Holiday Tournament Aurora 41-37 St. Paul 49-25 Central City 56-25 Central Catholic 45-31 Holdrege 58-26 Albion 52-44 Central Catholic 58-26 Minden 35-25 Ord 44-31 Lexington 40-45 St. Paul 47-24 York 53-33 Districts Hastings 50-47 Milford 50-26 Central Conference Tournament York 41-25 Fairbury 34-21 Aurora 30-23 FRONT ROW L to R; Mindy Roby, Julie Bauer, Sue Quandt, Michelle Keeshan, Luey Shultz, Lolo Widmark BACK ROW: Coach Schultz, Deb Anderson, Donetta Shultz, Rhonda Grosch, Chris Becker, Nancy Mader, Stacy Krohn, Coach Vertin. LUEY SHULTZ LOOKS to pass the ball to a teammate in the first game of the season against eventual Class A Champ Kearney. Varsity Girls ' Basketball 75 J.V. and Frosh Come On Strong The Junior Varsity and Freshman girls ' basketball teams started slowly but both ended their seasons with several victories that brought them one step closer to Varsity level basketball. The Junior Varsity girls ended the season with an 8-6 record. The girls lost their first three games against Kearney, Hastings Adams Central, and Aurora, but they showed much improvement and won eight of their last eleven games. According to Coach Steve Vertin, The girls progressed better than any other team that I have been associated with in the three years I have been at Northwest. The girls provided teamwork and much enthu- siasm. They were also a well disciplined squad. Ending the season with some rewarding wins should provide a lot of incentive for their varsity years. The Freshman girls had an outstanding season with a 10-2 FRONT ROW L to R: Shelly Jardine, Soma Frogge, Marcey Wait, Stacie Spiehs, Amy Leaman SECOND ROW: Deb Anderson, Michelle Mitchell, Cor- rlne Houdek, Ronda Bowden, Stacy Krohn BACK ROW: Brenda Dubas, Traci Daberkow, Sara Klein, Karleen Knuth, Jodi Henrlchson, Coach Vertin. Michelle Keeshan and Traci Daberkow execute the Viking ' s tenacious 1-3-1 defense. The freshman team break down court to take advantage of an unsuspecting opponent. T 76 Jr. Varsity Girls Basketball record, winning seven of their last eight games, and they received the runner-up trophy in the West Division Central Conference Tournament. The high point of the season tor Coach Cathy Betz was defeating Aurora the week before the tournament and then again in the semi-finals of the tournament. The Junior Varsity and Freshmen really matured as players and that in itself spells success for any team. J.V. Scores Kearney 27-42 Adams Central 24-35 Aurora 11-25 Albion 31-23 Minden 23-24 Lexington 27-21 York 26-22 Hastings 32-23 Aurora 19-21 Central City 25-24 Holdrege 33-8 Central Catholic 24-23 Ord 17-19 St. Paul 27-18 Frosh Scores Walnut 24-22 Barr 15-32 Ord 32-23 Wood River 51-22 Minden 34-22 Central Cattiolic 41-11 Albion 36-17 Central City 26-17 York 31-6 Aurora 26-18 Central Conference Tourn, Aurora 24-23 Ord 38-43 f? Vf .f fAi -.« ' ;t 1 FRONT ROW L to R: Stieila Olson, Kim Burney, Gayle Fishier, Amy Chapman, Michelle Mullen MIDDLE ROW: Wanda Hoegren, Deb Olson, Sue Haden, Robin Owings, Candi Hohnholt, Mi- chelle Sorgentrei, Michelle Treffer BACK ROW: Coach Betz, Chelle Larson, Bess Preisendorf, Chris Quandt, Ram Ripa, Angie Vopat, Julie Graham, Linda Theasmeyer, Chris Hodtwalker, Joni Crow. CHRIS HODTWALKER avoids the intimidation of her opponent as she puts up a shot. Freshman Girls Basketball 77 Hard Work And Dedication Provide Success Sometimes, after a fall sport championship, it ' s hard to motivate a team for another season of hard work and dedication in a winter sport. But such was not the case for Al Sheffield ' s Vikings. He took his boy ' s basketball team all the way to the semi-finals of the Class B State Tournament and a 23-2 record. This year ' s team was one of Northwest ' s best and it was not only due to the superb coach- ing tactics of Al Sheffield and Rick Hook, but also the players themselves. Ken Brand with his unforgettable style on the basketball court gave fans a lot to cheer about. Ron Maas proved he could play just about anywhere and Dave Sims led the team on the inside. Mark Hudnall became one of the state ' s best sixth players while Larry Brannagan also came off the bench on more than one occasion to spark the team. Junior Jeff Baxter became the team ' s playmaker while Kurt KEN BRAND displays what he does best as he shoots a 15-footer in regular season play. RON MAAS. a leader as well as a talented player, rips down a rebound against the Holdrege Dusters. LARRY BRANNAGAN, an instrumental part o f the Viking ' s bench strength, dishes the ball off to a teammate for an assist. 78 Varsity Boys Basketball Grimminger, another Junior starter, also was a key to the Viking ' s success. Northwest lost only two games: one to Class A Hast- ings, and the other, a heart- breaker, to eventual Class B champion Gretna in the semi- finals of the state tournament with the score of 41-53. But more than just having a great season, this team had class and this team had style and that made them number one in the hearts of all Viking fans. Varsity Scores Central City 49-41 Aurora 62-57 York 71-45 Seward 55-53 Seward 48-46 Adams Central 78-52 Kearney 73-70 Holdrege 75-38 Aurora 61-56 Albion 72-58 Holiday Tournament St. Paul 68-44 St. Paul 90-48 Aurora 74-68 Central Cattiolic 66-48 B-5 Districts Minden 65-37 Adams Central 75-57 Central Cathioiic 54-41 Central City 52-47 Ord 52-44 Seward 61-52 Hastings 47-65 State Tournament Wood River 88-61 Holdrege 55-41 Conference Tournament Gretna 41-53 Fairbury 59-45 KNEELING L to R: Jeff Baxter, Mark Hudnall, Jeff Brand, Tom Mattingly, Kent Brannagan STANDING: Coach Sheffield. Ken Brand. Dave Sims. Ron Maas, Kurt Grimminger, Larry Bran- nagan, Coach Hook. MARK HUDNALL, one of the best sixth players in the state, goes for an easy lay-up in a regular season contest. Varsity Boys Basketball 79 Tradition Upheld by Vikings A tradition of success was carried on through the ranks in the 1981-82 boys ' basketball program as the Junior Varsity and Freshman teams proved they were worthy of the name Northwest Vikings. This year ' s Junior Varsity Basketball team posted an excellent record of 13-3. Behind the J.V. ' s success was Coach Rick Hook along with many hard working underclass- men. This year ' s junior class produced several talented players. Along with the two varsity starters there were also four starters for the Junior Varsity and three subs that were from the Junior class. The sophomores also had their first taste of varsity-style basketball and many showed real potential as future competi- tors. The members of the team learned to work together and gained experience for the coming years. The freshman boys wrapped up their season with a 9-3 record. Coach Jack Bydaiek and Assistant Coach Bruce KNEELING L to R: Glenn Mattingly, Jeff King, Kurt Carpenter, Jay Hoagland, Pat Severn, Mark Sims STANDING: Coach Hook, Kurt Evans, Steve Lamb, Rich Panovi icz, Dan Hartman, Steve Ammerman, Ron Rauert, Coach Sheffield. PAT SEVERN (40) puts up a shot from the free throw line as fellow Vikings Dan Hartman (52) and Kent Brannagan (42) hit the boards for the rebound. 80 Jr. Varsity Boys ' Basketball Hird had the task of incorporat- ing the freshman boys into a team for the first time since they had played on different district teams in junior high. Not only did they complete a great record, but they won the West Division Conference Tour- nament. With Junior Varsity and Freshman teams like this, Viking fans can look forward to exciting Viking basketball in future years. J.V. Scores Central City 45-47 York 47-46 Seward 48-41 Kearney 65-54 Aurora 63-50 Minden 74-47 Central Catholic 54-45 | Ord 45-31 Hastings 50-58 Wood River 75-45 Adams Centra 52-27 Holdrege 63-60 Albion 50-47 St. Paul 44-37 Aurora 69-57 Frosh Scores Walnut 45-62 Barr 60-49 Ord 56-39 Wood River 48-35 Minden 39-42 Central Catholic 63-41 Albion 62-33 Central City 45-28 York 62-53 Aurora 41-49 Central Conference Tourn. Central City 71-24 Aurora 51-43 ■ JEFF SMITH, who was both a defensive and offensive threat for the freshman Vikings, demonstrates his defensive skills. MIKE BRANNAGAN shows his excellent form as he shoots a free throw in a freshman game. FRONT ROW L to R; Ron James, Doug Bonneson, Todd Russell, Chad Swanson, Conn Narber, Jeff Smith SECOND ROW: Sean McNelis, Brent Lind, Todd Sweley, Perry Kober, Steve McCoy, Ty Arndt, John Holz, Ron Rauert, Keith Ostermeier BACK ROW: Coach Bydaiek, John Guminski, Brian Andnnga, Todd Ronne, Charles Acker, Russ Heins, Ken Maxwell, Jim Webb, Mike Brannagan, Darin Mensik, Coach Hird. Freshman Boys ' Basketball 81 Grapplers Earn Much Respect One could say that this year ' s Viking grapplers earned their bread and water, which is probably what most of them ate. Not only did they take six individuals to State, but they also came home with the Class B State Runner-up trophy, the first State Wrestling trophy for Northwest. Mike Leaman, Dan Lau, Mike Eberhardt. Don Floro, Todd Olson, and Kirk Berggren were the six men to attend State. Berggren wound up his season w ith the State Runner-up medal and a 25-8 record. Todd Olson, a senior, went to Lincoln with a 17-7 record and came back with a 21-8 record and placed third in the state. Mike Eber- hardt and Mike Leaman both finished second, and Don Flor- 0, even though he had a disappointing performance, still finished with a 16-4 record. Each of these individuals was a key factor to the team ' s success. Mike Eberhardt fin- ished his season with 68 MIKE EBERHARDT works to break down his opponent at the State Meet where he finished second in the 126 lb. weight class. MIkE LEAMAN struggles to fight off his opponent from Albion in the finals of the State Wrestling Meet, Mike was defeated 4-2. COACH MIKE BRUNGARDT took six of his wrestlers to the State Meet in Lincoln. Here they are shown at half time of the Northwest-Aurora basketball game as they were honored for their achievements, (L to R) Todd Olson, Kirk Berggren, Mike Eberhardt, Don Floro, Mike Leaman, and Dan Lau. 82 Wrestling takedowns, breaking Bob Lewis ' 1981 record of 58. The Junior Varsity team also experienced a very successful season. Kenny Bronson, Dave Keil, and Rob Riedy, all fresh- men, led the squad this year. Kenny had the most takedowns and best team record of 9-3. Dave and Rob also contributed with a tie for the most pins of the season, and Kenny was the runner-up in this category with a season ' s total of four pins. Varsity Scores Aurora Dual 30-34 St. Paul Dual 27-23 Holdrege Invite 2nd Norttiwest Invite 3rd Central Dual 47-20 Central City Invite 4th Central City Dual 22-32 Senior High Dual 49-41 Central Catholic Quad 2nd York Quad, 3rd Conference 4th Districts 4th State 2nd J.V. Scores Fullerton Quad 4th Aurora Dual No Score St Paul Dual No Score Sargent Invite 5th Centura Dual No Score Central Catholic Dual No Score Central City Dual No Score Central Catholic Invite No Score o BACK ROW L to R: Coach Walcott, Dave McMichael, Fred Kuta, Todd Olson, Darryl Meier, Kevin Muhs, Don Supencheck, Don Floro, Paul Wieczorek, Barry Carrick, Greg Neimoth, Jeff Sheeks, Brian Anders, Coach Brungardt IVIIDDLE ROW: Kevin Sheeks, Mike Eberhardt, Dan Lau, Kirk Berggren, Chris Eberhardt, Doug McNeel, Tony Markvicka, Mike Reuss, Dave Keil, Rob Riedy, Fred Page, Ron Swanson FRONT ROW: Marc NeppI, Ken Owen, Ken Bronson, Marty Reuss, Tony Swanson, Dan McVicker, Mike Thoendel, Mike Leaman, Scott Barker, Bob Albright KIRK BERGGREN has his man in trouble during one of his many victories. Wrestling 83 Tracksters Run For the Gold This year ' s boys ' and girls track teams saw both their dreams become a reality and their hopes die as they went through a punishing season of superb competition and gruel- ing weather. The district track meet exem- plified what the whole season had been like for the tracksters. A rainy, windy day brought the best of the area track competi- tors together; for some it proved a dream come true, but for others it was a nightmare. Chris Becker was the only qualifier for the girls ' track team as wind and ram hampered the attempts of the 3200 meter relay team and the high jumpers. Chris then went on to the State Meet and became the pride of Northwest as she placed first In the Class B long jump. The boys ' team made the most of their situation by qualifying seven people for the State Meet and finishing third as a team at Districts. CHRIS BECKER IS SHOWN HERE using the long jump form that gained her the Class B long jump title, LARRY BRANNAGAN, LEADING POINT ACCUMULATOR for the boys track team, takes the curve in the 300 meter intermediate hurdles. FIRST ROW L to R: Kim Whitefoot. Jodi Ewoldt, Tracy Wilson, Karen Bellingtier, Angie Hohnstein, Wanda Hoegren, Jodi Bruns, Joni Crow, Michelle Mullen. Chris Hodtwalker, Rhonda Bishop, Kim Burney. SECOND ROW: Kathi Sorgenfrei, Julie Graham, Pam Ripa, Sheila Olson, Deb Olson, Kris Quandt, Michelle Frauen, Janet Meyer. Rhonda Bowden, Marcey Wait, Traci Daberkow, Coach Rupp, THIRD ROW: Lucy Whiting, Sherry Stahl, Kelly Hickey, Janel Grosch, Sara Klein, Amy Leaman, Shelley Jardine, Karleen Knuth, Tammy Moore, Shelly Schweitzer, Chns Becker, Coach Betz, FOURTH ROW: Kim Medbery, Robin Ripa, Lolo Widmark, Donetta Shultz, Deb Keil, Jodi Bishop, Mindy Roby, Luey Shultz, Tracy Dennhardt, Sue Quandt, Teresa Ward, Coach Zavala. 84 Track Qualifiers for State included Larry Brannagan in the 300 meter intermediate hurdles and the 3200 meter relay; Jeff Baxter, Roger Knight, and Greg Mora in the 3200 meter relay; Todd Olson and Jeff Boeka in the discus and shot put; and Dave Keil in the 3200 meter run. But through all the heart- ache and happiness Northwest track teams always kept one goal in mind — run for the gold. Girls Scores G.I. Relays Conference Relays Broken Bow Invite Crete Invite Northwest Invite Central City — Dual Wood River Invite Central Conference B-5 District 2nd 3rd 4th 1st 2nd 1st 2nd 2nd 6th Boys Scores Holdrege — Dual 1st G.I. Relays 1st (tie) Conference Relays 4th Aurora Invitational 2nd Central City Invite 2nd Wood River Adams Central Tri. 1st Northwest Invite 1st Wood River — Dual 1st Wood River Invite 3rd Central Conference 3rd B-5 District 3rd JL m ,- ■ ■- ' • ■ ir ' ! i i T FRONT ROW: Lorl Hayes, Bobbie Schwieger, Mike Brannagan, Brad Snyder, John Holz, Shane Hickey, Keith Ostermeier, Marty Ruess, Conn Narber, Doug Bonnesen, Mike Leaman, Robert Reidy, Karl Ouandt, Ron James, Kris Fusby. Kris Roby SECOND ROW: Mark Padrnos. Tim McCoy, Ray Peterson, Greg Mora, Roger Knight, Jeff Boeka, Tom Mattingly, Dave Sims, Larry Brannagan, Mark Hudnall, Ron Maas, Todd Russell, Jeff King THIRD ROW: Craig Werner, Steve Krohn, Fred Page, Robb Bjorkland, Don Supencheck, Kevin Engle, David Keil, Scott Bradley, Dan Carlson, Damn Jones, Kirk Berggren. Jim DeMary, Coach Hayes FOURTH ROW: Doug Markworth, Rod Boehler, Pat Severn, Jeff Baxter, Mark Sims, Steve McCoy, Mark Elstermeier, Russ Hems, Jeff Smith, Sean McNeils, James Webb, Ken Maxwell, Glenn Mattingly, Coach Gee BACK ROW: Dan Hartman, Jay Hoagiand, David Widhalm, John Arp. Kevin Clark, Jeff Rathman, Kelly Mendyk, Todd Olson. Kent Brannagan, Mike Reuss. Matt Harvey, Kurt Evans, Coach Gordon. THESE STATE BOUND members of the boys ' track team relax in between their events. They are (left to right) Roger Knight, Greg Mora, Jeff Boeka, and Todd Olson, Track 85 Golf Team Grows Stronger Since taking over ttie golf program two years ago, Coach Rick Hook has put together a bigger and better team each year. This years team was led by senior Ken Brand and Junior Tony Swanson who together with their teammates worked to make a respectable and com- petitive team. The Vikings had a 2-2 dual record and finished sixth at Districts which was a vast improvement over last years tenth place finish. Scores Aurora (Dual) 1st St. Paul (Dual) 1st St. Cecilia (Dual) 2nd Lexington Invite 12th Central City, York (Tri) 2nd Aurora Invite 6th Central Catholic (Dual) 2nd St. Cecilia Invite 8th Central Catholic Invite 4th Central Conference 5th Districts 6th TY ARNDT knows that the follow-up is essential for an accurate shot as he watches the path of his golf ball. JEFF MATTKE prepares to tee off in a golf meet at the Grand Island IVIunicipal Golf Course as Tony Swanson waits his turn. FRONT ROW L to R: Ty Arndt, Darin IVIensik, Brian Andringa, Brent Lind SECOND ROW: Perry Kober, Todd Ronne. Chris Eberhardt. Tony Swan- son, Ken Brand BACK ROW: Todd IVIitchell, Doug Scholtz. Rick Scholz, Jeff Brand, Mr. Hook. 1 W 86 Golf Viking Pride IS FACULTY 87 Mrs. Bartz Mr. Bassett Mrs Bayles Mr. Beck Miss Betz Mr. Brungardt Mr, Bydaiek Miss Colby Mr. Dolnicek Mrs. Farr Mr. Gee Mrs. Gilmore Mr, Gordon Mr, Hahn Miss Harris Mr Hayes Teachers Make the Difference Along with the task of instructing students, Northwest teachers also had extra responsibilities. They gave their time before and after school to help on an assignment or stayed so a student could make up a test. Their night times were devoted to coaching or tackling the job of taking tickets at games and cheering the students on to many successes in both sports and music related activities. Some teachers sponsored special organizations like FBLA, DECA, FFA, FHA, or FCA, Whatever time was left was given to writing lesson plans and tests, checking research papers and exams, writing weekly letters, and scholastic reports (downslips), and praying silently for relieved head-aches. Among the favorite activities students saw their teachers take part in throughout the year were restroom duty, lunchroom duty, parking lot duty, and seventh periods. 88 Faculty Mr Hill Mr, Hird Mrs. Hogan Mr, Hook Mr, Hubbard Mr, Irick Mr, Liebsack Mrs, Long Mrs. Lyons Mr. May Dr. McGahan Mrs. McGahan Mr. Notl Mrs. Nuss BOARD OF EDUCATION BACK ROW L to R: Don Stoltenberg, Jim Eriksen, Jim Narber, Sitting: Raymond Quandt, Imogens Lechner. Richard Hartman. -acuity 89 Mrs. Oakeson Mr. Rupp Mr. Schullz Mr. Sheffield Mrs. Stevens Mrs. Sydow Miss Tucker Mr. Vertin Mr. Walcott Miss Warner Mr. Zavala Miss Zichek ADMINISTRATION: Clayton Luther, Joe Toczek. Dick Anderson. SECRETARIES Phyllis Mahloch, Alta Bruce, Dianna Semm. 90 Faculty Viking Pride IS UNDERCLASSMEN 91 Steve Ammerman Beth Anderson Gary Arndt Sonya Barker Tonja Bartunek Julie Bauer Greg Baxter Jetf Baxter Robert Beckman Kirk Beyersdorf Curt Bickford Lonnie Block Dean Bloomquist Scott Bradley Jeff Brand Kent Brannagan Brenda Bryer Sherry Budde Rhonda Byerly Kathy Carllson Barry Carrick Janet Clark Cliff Clegg Rhonda Crapson Cindy Creason Tom Curtis Jason Davis Opportunities for Juniors This year ' s juniors looked forward to the organization of the prom, which included selling magazines and decorations. They also plunged into the past with American history and stretched their minds with Algebra II. Some junior band and choir members had the opportunity to try out for All State; while other juniors were active in DECA and Honor Society. Changes occurred in classmates, schedules, and study time, and school was missed for all day testing, County Government Day, and the state football championship. Mr. Chris May and Mrs. Donna Sydow sponsored the juniors, with class officers Kurt Grimmlnger, President; Tracey Schmitz, Vice President; Beth Anderson, Secretary; and Greg Mora, Treasurer. ••t- ' i t Tk gB y. . l ' O T5f ' :■ ■ V ♦ 92 Juniors Rhonda Davis Jim DeMary Tracey Dennhardt Lisa Doering Kathy Dreher Becky Dubas Scott Dunning Mike Eberhardt Brad Edgar Laurie Eilts Brad Elkins Angie Enevoldsen Kevin Engle Shena Essink Rick Farbe r James Fox Scott Frogge Kristine Fusby Kristie Garrison Lori Gleason Juniors 93 Kevin Greenwalt Kurt Grimminger Gene Hafner Jake Hankins Karen Hansen Kris Hansen Matt Harvey Julie Havens Denise Hawk Lorl Hayes Dershle Heln Kristlne Hodgson Jeff Hohnholt Randy Holmes Mary Hongsermeler Sally Hongermeier Brian Hueske Marie Jarzynka Linda Jenson Coryn Johnson Jordon Johnson Dirk Jones Tracy Jones Greg Katzberg Michelle Keeshan Deb Keil Brian Kelley Julie Kelly Kk ' W £ it. wT ■■r ' H JF ifl ■i i . JULIE BAUER, SUE QUANDT, MICHELLE KEESHAN, AND MINDY ROBY are all smiles at a Northwest football game. 94 Juniors Robin King Janet Kiser Pam Knefelkamp Roger Knight Milissa Kozisek Bob KreJder Connie Kuhlman Ron Kula Fred Kuta David Kyhn Gary Langenheder Jennifer Langley Dan Lau Brad Laub Janna Leinonen Jeanne Lewandowski Robert Liiienttiai Keith Lincoln Kevin Lincoln Jeff Linden Ralph Lucas Tammy Lueth Kristie Luhn Jill Manning Tom Mattingly Jeff Mattke Tammy McConnell Juniors 95 Tim McCoy Doug McNeel Kelly Mendyk Brad Mensik Gregg Merkel Scott Messenger Lesley Miller Todd Mitchell Greg Mora Jacquie Moser Eric Moss Angie Nispel Brenda Novak Mary O ' Brien Victor Oswald Rich Panowicz Darren Patchen Tammy Parker Terry Parker Raymond Peterson it ' ll . n. 96 Juniors LORI HAYES adds some interest to her daily typing routine. I 4 David Poehler Anne Prouty Jon Purzycliki Sue Quandt Ron Rauert Cindy Reager Martha Reher Mike Reuss Terry Reynolds Robin Ripa Scott Ritter Renee Roberts Jana Robinett Mindy Roby Perry Roeber Kevin Ronne Dave Rosenkotter Wade Roush Tracy Shade Stacey Schepers Pat Schmid Tracey Schmitz Doug Scholtz Rick Scholz Steph Schroeder Roxanne Schultz Pat Severn Juniors 97 Jeff Sheeks Luey Shultz Jeff Smaha David Smith Lisa Smith Sonja Smith Vickie Smith Kevin SmoiinskI Francis Smollen Sheri Sonnefeld Dennda Sorrow Troy Spencer Becky Stark Robert Stalk Steve Stevenson Kyle Stratman Shelley Stueven Don Supencheck Tony Swanson Clare Tande Alan Trentman 18 KARET GOLD vi orks on a Beach Boys Medley during an early morning practice. SPANISH AND GERMAN STUDENTS take on their opponents in the tug-of-war in the Battle of the Best. 98 Juniors FBLA (the opponent) falls in defeat. MARTHA REHER works diligently on a Rubiks Cube as Shelly Steuven and Jody Langley look on. Deb Tuchenhagen Ranita Valasek Phil Van Dorn Chris Vang Lee Van Hoosen Robert Vogt Cara Wagner Misty Walling Teresa Ward Lolo Widmark Teresa Wieczorek Lynn Wiegert Troy Wood Mike Woodburn Wendee Zahn Linda Zimmerman Edwin Ziska Not Pictured April Patten Juniors 99 Kelly Aden Bob Albright Brian Anders John Arp Scott Baird Robert Barlow Randy Beckman Barbie Behnng Rolley Bennett Scott Berggren Angel Birkes Julie Boltz Lisa Boltz Lisa Borgmann Ronda Bowden Ronda Brennick Doyle Brockman Debra Brown Cheri Bruns Tammie Bulin Stoney Burton Kurt Carpenter Ron Christensen Kevin Clark Rodney Clark Caprice Clegg Frank Collins Sophs Meet New Challenges The sophomores moved up the ladder and became more familiar with high school procedures: the hassle of getting a good parking stall for their first car and getting pink tardy passes when this car breaks down. They entered a vast world of driver ' s education, geometry proofs, and Mr. Hubbard ' s rats. In speech classes, sophomores learned to have confidence in themselves, and they learned how to perform CPR from their required Health classes. Choir students looked forward to trying out for a major musical part, and many sophomores were seen in Typing I. Sponsors for the sophomore class were Mrs. Sharon Hogan, and Mr. Robert Rupp. Class officers were Todd Lechner, President; and Larry Haussmann, Vice President. 100 Sophomores Traci Deberkow Brenda Dalton Sandra Dawkins Tammy Dennhardt Brenda Dubas Rick Dunning Chris Eberhardt Becky Engler Dannie Evans Kurt Evans Lynn Fitzgerald Scott Fox Shana Fox Sonia Frogge Laurie Fry Cherie Gilbert Chris Gold Belinda Greenfield Kathy Greenwalt Janel Grosch VOLLEYBALL PLAYERS Marcy Walt. Ronda Bowden, and Julie Boltz receive roses from Miss Ellen Warner to give to their parents on Parents night. Sophomores 101 Scott Harness Dan Hartman Donna Harvey Larry Hausmann Sean Hedges Todd Heeren Jody Henrichson Kelli Hickey Jay Hoagland Brenda Houdek Corinne Houdek David James Michelle Jardlne Tony Jew ell Joni Johnston Kristi Katzberg Angie Kelly Lisa Kemmet Mary Kennedy Rocky Kerzmann Jeff King Sara Klein Karlene Knuth Neil Kozisek James Kramer Stacy Krohn Steve Krohn .Ik MIKE LEAMAN AND KIM MEDBERY make an appearance at the Homecoming Dance. 102 Sophomores Steve Lamb La Von Lauristen Amy Leaman Todd Lechner Brent Lewis Brian Lewis Kelly Lowell Todd Manning Michelle Markham Tony Markvicka Glenn Mattingly Beverly McDowell Heidi McGlynn Dave McMichael Kim Medbery Pam Meier Jon Metcalf Todd Miles Bobbette Miller Diane Miller Sophomores 103 Michelle Mitchell Tammy Moore Tom Nehls Lisa Olson Fred Page Soni Pauly Dan Prabhu Jeff Rathman Dale Rieken Kurt Rowe Gerri Ruff Denise Saddler Darren Schnell Rhonda Schroeder Ronda Schumacher Bobbie Schwieger Teresa Sheeks Brandie Sheffield Mark Sims Cherie Skinner Roger Skornlak Beth Smith C. D. Smith Kim Smith Julie Smolinski Bobby Smollen Jeff Snyder KEEPING HIS EYE ON THE CAMERA, James Kramer finds it more interesting than his typing book. i 104 Sophomores Kevin Sorgenfrel Stacie Spiehs Matt Stueven Robbie Supencheck Jeff Taback Billie Thompson Susan Verba Stepfi Volker Mia Vredeveld Marcey Wait Brad Waldmann Pam Wenzi Craig Werner Richard Westwood David Widhalm Sharon Wieczorek Cindy Wilhelmi Curtis Zurcher Not Pictured Terry Parde Mike Pontious FRANK COLLINS w orks hard at perfecting his welding skills. BRENT LEWIS studies Espanol ' Sophomores 105 Charles Acker Sharon Anderson Brian Andrlnga Ty Arndt Christine Arnold Jeanne Atkins Scott Barker Kristine Barrett Lana Bartunek Fred Behrle Karen Bellingtier Rhonda Bishop Rodney Boehler Robbie Boeka Doug Bonnesen Sandra Brady Mike Brannagan David Bredthauer Joe Brison Kenny Bronson Jodi Bruns Suzanne Bryant Donald Buettner Kim Burney Gary Carlson Laura Chaney Amy Chapman Entering A New World The freshmen class came into North- west with many confused ideas, but as the year progressed they became accustomed to Northwest traditions and, in the process, started some of their own. During their freshmen year, they were introduced to Career Education, semester exams, and assemblies. Some freshmen experienced their first try at sewing and cooking, or their first high school dance. Math took on a whole new meaning with Algebra I. And Spanish and German offered a chance to venture into a foreign world. Mr. Bruce Hird and Miss Shannon Zichek sponsored the freshmen with class officers David Keil, President; Julie Graham, Vice President; and Amy Chap- man, Secretary-Treasurer. 106 Freshmen dl: ' ' 4 Michael Clegg Steve Cook Heather Craven Lora Creason Joni Crow Jeff Cuddeford Jerry Cure Jill Dahl Brian Elkins Mark Elstermeier Rodney Eppenbaugh Jodi Evi oldt Gayle Fisher Kathy Fitzgerald Michelle Frauen Daniel Fricke Gerald Gold Julie Graham Michelle Graham Brad Greenfield Barry Greenwood John Guminski Grant Gunther Susan Haden Julie Harmon Debra Harvey Patricia Hascall Steve Haider FRESHMEN concentrate on the rules of grammar Freshmen 107 Russ Hems Shane Hickey Paula Hill Christine Hodtwalker Wanda Hoegren Candace Hohnolt Angie Hohnstein John Holz Daniel Jacobsen Darin Jacobsen Ron James David Jepson John Johnston Damn Jones David Keil Christopher Killin Perry Kober Ken Kozisek JoAnn Kraft llene Krueger Frank Juta Robyn Lang Jody Langley Chelle Larson M SCIENCE NOTES are compared by Suzanna Bryant and Patricia Hascall. 108 Freshmen Brenda Laub Mike Leaman Brent Lind Brenda Lorenzen Shawn Louden Richard Lucas Lisa Luft Lori Luft Loretta Mader Douglas Markworth Debbie Matejka David Mattke Ken Maxwell Shane McCoun Connie McCoy Steve McCoy Sheila McEwen Sean McNeils Dan McVicker Darrin Mensik Carl Metlenbrink Barb Metz Andrea Meyer Janet Meyer Wanda Michalski Michelle Mullen David Mundt Diana Mundt MARK ELSTERMEIER does an algebra equation as Jim Webb checks the answer. Freshmen 109 Donald Mustlon Conn Narber Todd Nehls Marc NeppI Pamela Nesiba Greg Niemoth Debbie Olson Sheila Olson Keith Ostermeier Kenny Owen Robin Owings Mark Padrnos Lori Panowicz Sally Path Greg Payne James Pearce Peggy Peterson Sally Peterson Ron Pleasant Tammy Poehler Bess Preisendorf Chris Quandt Karl Quandt Ron Rauert Marty Reuss Robert Riedy t Pam Ripa Kevin Rodenbaugh - ..i -j PREPARING for their Spring Concert is a new experience for freshmen. 110 Freshmen James Rogers Todd Ronne - . Joanne Roth Todd Russel David Schnell Kimberly Schutt Kevin Sellnneyer Dawn Semm Kevin Sheeks Stephanie Sheffield Jacey Shipps Kim SIckler Dawn Skeen Richard Skornlak Morgan Sleeper Jeff Smith Brenda Smolinski Dennis Smollen Brad Snyder Michelle Sorgenfrel Scot Stevenson SherrI Stoll Chad Swanson Todd Sweley Als Freshmen 1 1 1 Linda Theasmeyer Michelle Treffer Mike Thoendel Caria Van Dorn Nish Van Way Kathy Von Seggren Angle Vopat Sona Walker Ray Walling Ralph Watton Jim Webb Troy Wheeler Kim Whitefoot Tina Wieczorek Kimberly Wiegert Janelle Williams Tracy Wilson Ryan Witt Brad Woodburn Sherri Wragge Michelle Graham, Michelle Sorgenfrei, and Brenda Lorenzen watch the activity on the dance floor. Chris Hodtwalker contributes her talent to the Northwest Jazz Band. 112 Freshman Viking Pride IS SPONSORS 113 BARTELT STUDIO PHOTOGRAPHY OUR SPECIALTY DON AND MARY BARTELT, OWNERS PHOTOGRAPHY - ANYWHERE, ANYTIME COMMERCIAL, PORTRAIT, AND WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY 5 POINTS, GRAND ISLAND, NEBR. 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NE 68801 (308) 382-7222 132 O ' NEILL STUDIO SENIOR PORTRAITS OUR SPECIALTY Complete Photographic Service 216 S.Wheeler 384-7000 Grand Island, NE TRACEY TRYNCHY mOD€ O DflV 3Q4 weST 3RD The Viking 1982 yearbook would like to thank the following people for all their cooperation throughout the year: tVIr, Luther, tvlr. Toczek, tvlr. Anderson. Mrs. Bruce, Mrs. Mahloch, Dianna Semm, B J. Smith, A special thank you to Connie Swanson and Bartelt s Studio for all their help. Rich Fox, Dennis Grundman, Marti Oakeson, And all of the students in the 5th period Journalism Class. Kevin Muhs, Congratulations ' We are proud of you and love you. May all your dreams come true and may God guide and be with you Mom, Dad, and Jason Lori Anders, Congratulations! We love you and wish you happiness in the future. Mom, Dad, Steve, Mike, and Brian Robert Dawkins, Congratulations! I love you and wish you happiness in the future. Mom 133 Closing The Book The 550 copies of the 1982 Viking were printed by Wals- worth Publishing Company, Marceline, Missouri, with the cooperation of B. J. Smith, Regional Sales Manager, and Mike Diffenderfer, sales repre- sentative. Editors were Pam Leckron and Tracey Trynchy. Business Manager was Clare Tande and advisor was Marti Oakeson. Type in the book is Helvetica: 36-point for division pages, 30-point for headlines, 10-point for body copy, and 8-point for captions. The cover was bound in black Milbank, top stamped with a four-color photograph of the student body. The theme ran in sunflower 201 and 42-point Helvetica. All copy was written by students in the journalism class. All individual portraits of freshmen, sophomores, jun- iors, and faculty were furnished by Jack Martin Photography. Omaha. Group pictures were provided by Bartelt Studio. The work it takes to put together a yearbook is more than many realize. The responsibilities Tracey and I had as co-editors were numerous: pages had to be assigned, dates scheduled to take pictures, layouts decided on, and copy written. But, somehow it managed to get done. Viking Pride , as a theme, speaks for itself. Northwest has accomplished so many things to be proud of this year. Winning two state championships, having numerous scholarship winners, and producing a successful musical were just a few of the outstanding achievements that the class of 82 will not soon forget. We can now say with pride, I ' m a graduate of Northwest High School. I would like to give a special thanks to Tracey. Even though, now and then, we had a few disagreements, through it all we became good friends. I would also like to thank Mrs. Oakeson. She was always so patient and understanding, even when we lost pictures and missed deadlines. Lastly, I would like to thank the staff. At times they weren ' t always sure about what they were doing, but they did it anyway. They contributed their time and talent to make the book what it is. Hugs and Kisses, ooooooooxxxxxxxx P.S. Pam Leckron You dared me so here it is!! When I accepted the responsibility of yearbook editor I had to be prepared to face and handle every obstacle that came my way. During the 1981-82 school year Pam and I have encountered many obstacles like: lost pictures, phone calls to Walsworth Publishing Company, and most of all, asking for extensions after missing our deadlines. I never considered all the work that is necessary to complete the annual. I never thought Mrs. Oakeson, Pam, and I would spend so many hours looking through negatives to find )ust the right picture or reading copy that was either too short or too long. But the yearbook wasn ' t all headaches, there was a bright side to look on, the day we could say, Hey- we finally sent our last shipment. Then you worry if the publishing company will understand your special instructions and wonder, when the finished product comes back, if the students will like and appreciate what you have created. All I can say, as editors, Pam and I did our best. To the staff, thanks for being cooperative; to our sponsor, Mrs. Oakeson, I give her credit for being our backbone; I would also like to thank Kim Mott for being understanding when students were working on the yearbook instead of the paper, but most of all I would like to thank Pam Leckron for being on the other side of the table. She put up with a lot of crazy ideas from me and never criticized any of them (at least not in front of me). Being co-editor of the Viking ' 82 will always be a highlight of my years at Northwest and what once started out as Yours and Mine is now a reality. As always, Tracey Trynchy 134 f iW y ,a .61 -? r Z) ' www WALS WORT — III PUBLISHIN - COM PA N Y ' _ i5is __ MARCELINE MI8SOLRI li 8 A . 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