Parry McCluer High School - Parrimac Yearbook (Buena Vista, VA)

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GOING FOR A LAYUP, Mark Bardis, hopes to put two more points on the board. AFTER WINNING THE hard worked for Regional trophy, members of the foot- ball team rejoice and look forward to the playoffs. SPORTS RECEIVING RECOGNITION for winning the unlimited weight class, Phil Radick is honored after the state championship meet. AFTER WINNING THE Regional champion- ship, Patricia Ramsey has the honor of cutting down the net for the team. WARMING UP before a meet, Randy Cole- man and David Fitzgerald jog at a steady pace. Division 29

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IN THE POWDERPUFF FOOTBALL GAME, Lil McClung carries SEIU Mele Aa SCUNO)ealak IN STUDY HALL, Jimmy Carawan catches up on the latest sport news. AFTER BEING ANNOUNCED MVP WINNER IN VOLLEY- BALL, Terrie McDaniel accepts her trophy from Ms. Moore. There were no limitations to the achievements made at P.M.H.S. Although stu- dents were the main attraction, teachers ‘‘efforts were rewarded also. Coach Ellison received ‘‘Young Educator of the Year’’, and Mr. Meyer was awarded ‘‘The Good Guy Award’’. Students also realized the worth of their leaders as Miss Alvine was recognized by the girls basketball team and Mrs. Teague was given a plaque by the SCA. Also making headlines were some outstanding students. Terry McDaniel was the best female athlete and Micky Branch was the male athlete of the year. Barry Ferguson was the Most Improved Student while Grace Mayes won the honor of Valedictorian by having the highest grade point average. Lee Bradford showed her talent by winning in art competition. Joan Connor competed in and won ina math exam sponsored by the FBLA. Carson Gibson also attended Presidential classroom. Some honors bestowed to students were of an unusal variety. In the Disc-O- Thon, Kathy Camden and Daryl Ogden were declared the best marathon dancers. In competition against other Senior football players, Johnny Cole was named the ugliest boy around. Individuals had special achievements at P.M., but group efforts were also suc- cessful. In football action, the Senior girls won over the Juniors in the powder puff game. The one-act play ‘‘Nonsense’’ put on by the drama club won first in the district. In the sports department of our school, we had not one or two but six regional champions. One of the most memorable successes of the year was the Juniors working together to form an ‘‘Enchanted Forest’’ for the Prom. 28 Capstones

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BLUES SURGE ON A conquering team, a superior coaching staff, and spirited fans make a winning season. These ingredients combined to bring good results on the gridiron. From the first game with River- heads, tension grew and excite- ment mounted as the Blues kept winning. Natural Bridge, Wilson, and Clifton all fell under the force of the Blues’ strength. The Homecoming game with Staunton River gave cause to celebrate on home territory. Rockbridge and Stuarts Draft as well as Bath County toppled as the Blues surged on. Long-time rival Lexington, was beaten and the team looked toward the playoffs. Wilson and Rich Valley defeats put the idea of a second state championship into everyone's minds. As foot- ball fever rose the Blues met Clintwood and defeat. Winning a regional champion- ship and making it to the State semi-finals gained them much prestige throughout the state. 30 Sports EMOTIONS PREVAIL as Larry Jones and Timmy Jones congratulate each other after the River- heads game. Front row: Jerry Knight, Kevin Thomp- son, Brian Balser, Timmy Stinnett, Johnny Cole, Mickey Branch, Larry Jones, Jeff Staton, Ricky Fox, Timmy Argenbright, Brian Davis, Steve Buchan- an, Eric Staton. Second row: Mike Locher, Danny Floyd, Vince Blackburn, Kenny Camden, Randy Gilbert, Aubrey Clarke, Sanford Clark, David Foshay, Timmy Jones, Phil Radick, Darrell Camper, Pat Morrison, Barry Slagle, Wesley Shaw WITH AN EAGLE team member in hot pursuit, Larry Jones gains yardage for the Blues during the Staunton River game. Third row: Coach Ellison, Bret Hamilton, Doug Hamilton, Randy Smith, Jason Camden, Steve Clark, Bruce Branham, Kevin Wilmer, David Camper, Brian Are- hart, Greg Coleman, David Floyd, Jim King, Back row: Coach Williams, Nicki Gilbert, Matt Roberts, Tony Coleman, Dirk Wilhelm, Patrick Richardson, Kelly Wheeler, Greg Thurman, David Golden, Tommy Fauber, Ray Gilbert, Rock Martin, Neal Mohler, Coach Wheeler.