Osseo High School - Oriole Yearbook (Osseo, MN)

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THE BALLAD OF THE ORIOLES by Mike Wishy It looked extremely rocky far the Osseo six that day. The score was thirteen-fourteen and one minute left to play. So, when Dana missed her bump and Ma Bell did the same, Things looked mighty gloomy in that crucial third game. A straggling few got up to go, leaving all the rest behind, With that hope which springs internal within the human mind. For they thought, If only Luedke could get a whack at it, They'd put down even money now, with Luedke at the net! But Anita preceded Luedke, and likewise so did Bo, For these two they weren't sure of, but they knew that they could go. So, on that stricken multitude a death-like silence set, For these seemed but little hope of Luedke getting to the net. But Anita let drive a Smoker to the wonderment of all, And the much-respected Bobo tore the cover off the ball! And when the smoke had risen, and they saw what had occurred, We were ahead fifteen-fourteen and Monika had the serve. Then from the gladdened multitude went up a ioyous yell lt rumbled 'round the gym and rattled a big bell. It struck up in the bleachers and rebounded on the set, For Luedke, Mighty Luedke was advancing to the net. There was ease in Luedke's manner as she stepped into her place. There was pride in Luedke's bearing and a smile upon er . And when responding to the cheers she didn't show a f t re . - No stranger in the crowd could doubt 'twas Luedke at the net. And now the leather-covered sphere came flying through the air, And Luedke stood a-watching it, happily standing there. Dana bumped, Monica set, I got it! Luedke said. Luedke iumped high and away the ball sped. The smile is gone from Luedke's lips, her teeth are clenched tight The ball is bouncing 'round the gym to many folks delight. The ref began to count the score. Things looked pretty gloomy now as before. Oh, somewhere in this favored land the sun is shining ri The band is playing somewhere and somewhere hearts are light. But here girls are crying, for they know this team is great. But there is great ioy in Osseo for they just took STATE! 34 gjb 87W 1 . Sharing many happy moments, including a State Champion victory, Coach Wink expresses her feelings through tears. 2. Holding the State trophy high for everyone to see, Captain Monica Lacis and all her teammates share in a memorable victory. 3. The V.B. Cheerleaders wished luck to every player before the final state game. 4.Withholding any comments he wanted to give at the state meet, Jake Lacis could only observe from the audience. 5. Wiping away their never ceasing tears, seniors Janice Bobo and Lynn Ludke laughed inspite of themselves. 6. After the final point was scored, Joke Lacis was one of the first to share in the excitement. 7. I've got a dress on. 8. After you're number 1, it's all fun and games. 26

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Sophomores present Super Sadie '74 Come to the Hoedown all ye country folk! The sophomore class presented Sadie with a smash. It began with a well liked band FUSion Ill. Although they didn't play actual country tunes the crowd got into the 'ole hoedown mood. The obstacle course was a success once again this year. Running through tables trying to make your way over tires while a strobe light flickered and riding tricycles made for an exciting and bruising lead to a marriage. Of course when caught you and your little honey bunch proceeded to exchange vows with the assistance of Marryin' Sam and gave each other a little smack. Then the bride received a fresh floral bouquet of dried wheat. You were now officially hitched! The next stop was at the photo parlor or otherwise known as a hay bail with a kissing tree background. After using up most of your energy on the obstacle course a trip to the country store seemed appropriate. What an assortment of vittles they had! Way over yonder was kissing rock. The traditional root beer drinking contest proved itself a classic with senior Scott Spillers downing the four cans first. Pie eating took on a change this year with girls entering the contest. Junior Dan Coughlin won by a slight margin only after plunging his face for the final lick into the pie and breaking off half of his front tooth. What a finale for a grand-night! 145 b 3 1. Lori Schmitz and Ed Shumaker got hitched up by Marrying Sam with the $15 wedding. 2. The hall of tires in the obstacle course was where most of the guys found it hard to get away from their gals. 3. After a rowdy hoedown dance; some retired to the refreshment tables. 4. Sadie's band, Fusion Ill, provided many dances for Lover's only. 5. Hanging on tight to her catch in the obstacle course, Dana Swiegert cons Tim Murphy into a photo. 6. The general store had a wide variety of vittals. 7. The traditional rootbeer drinking contest was won this year by senior, Scott Spillers. 8. One couple takes it easy on one of the last dances of the night. T '. l C M - o-t . HO : ; .:,,3 . . ll am? .0 r 28