Oviedo High School - Oviedian Yearbook (Oviedo, FL)

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IT WAS THE BEST OF TIMES5 IT WAS THE WORST OF TIMES It was the best of times. Rush was the word for the day. Last min- ute plans and last minute arrangements made for a last minute departure. Water- girls, cheerleaders, and, most important of all, football players readied themselves to make the grueling trip to the Florida pan- handle. The Lions' 10-O season plus the wins over Hudson and Gainesville Eastside secured the semi-final game at Milton, Flo- rida, against the Milton Panthers. Commu- nity members and students found them- selves closer together than ever as they were mutual supporters of a winning team. Band members who could scrape up S100 on two days notice followed the team. Many residents also found the means to travel to Milton. Football Fever had struck the com- munity and it seemed to be spreading. Area journalists, including those from the Little Sentinel, wrote long articles on the Lions and featured outstanding athletes such as Marvin McClennon, Marty Neese, Troy Kes- singer, and Ray Williams. These young men were a team to take pride in, and all took the opportunity. It was the worst of times. The fact that five team members were accidentally left at the hotel may have been a bad omen. The situation looked bad for the mighty Black Friday's Defense from the beginning and it didn't get any better. A series of not so good plays led to a big loss for Oviedo. Spirits were not dampened, however. As Ken Nosse began singing Oh, Lions! , Panthers and Lions alike fell silent, perhaps in awe of the Oviedians' loyalty. Admiration for the team's give it a shot attitude coupled with sorrow for the loss teamed to bring tears to players and specta- tors alike. Fans commented that the game was good experience for next year. There were no sad comments from the defeated yet glorious Lions. The experience provided by the trip was invaluable, but perhaps the most valuable experience was to lose the final victory and still be proud of the attempt. 18 f Community .,,? N ,,.. .24 fe ' x X 'fb ,bfi The gathering of students, faculty, and family to see the mighty Lions off to Milton makes for a glorious be ning. -1:2 i Coach John Goforth explains to Ted Kramer that one defeat does not a failure make.

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Rags Pwvide Botlwaws anwlfTwubUe Football freaks manage to tolerate even the warmest weather in order to participate in their favorite neighborhood sport. nce worshipped as a god, the sun now appeals to many as a source of fun, relaxa- tion and, ofcourse, the essential element in the much sought after suntan. To many though, the sun doesn't seem all fun and games. Work detail, not everyone's favorite pas- time, sometimes includes working in the hot sun. Pulling weeds, sweeping and other such joyous duties make for some pretty sweaty work. The red, dripping face of any band mem- ber can testify that the Sunshine State qual- ifies as one of the most uncomfortable places for marching practice. As always, however, determination to earn a number one rating persuades the hesitant to endure the grueling two hour practice. Cross country practice can get especially warm. Even shorts and the thinnest tops can't keep the Lion tracksters from over heating. Although northerners retreat to Florida seeking the sun, native and long term Flori- dians realize the disadvantages to an entity usually considered extremely pleasurable. .5 wa'-it Eu. . ' Students enjoy playing in summer snow courtesy of Campus Life. gg Sunshine f 17

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