Patrick County High School - Archive Yearbook (Stuart, VA)

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f •Exemplifying his shyness, Clay Cassell shows his smile without looking at the cam¬ era. These students seem to be showing off their souvenirs as well as their attire. While in their own little “heaven,” Bert Stanley and Jenny Redmond pose for the photographer.

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Couples Feel Heavenly “Surprise!” David Hill points out a photographer to his date, while Scott Martin looks on. At the W hen spring rolled around, so did the excitement and intensity of the junior-senior prom. While the juniors were brainstorming and pre¬ paring ideas, the seniors were anticipat¬ ing that “special night.” After the theme was chosen, the hard work began. Meet¬ ings were held and committees were or¬ ganized. The week before the prom proved to be the most hectic. It seemed as though everything that needed to be done would never get done! Finally, after many long days and nights of work, results became evident. Having previously tried on their dresses ten times, the girls were still found getting ready three hours before their dates scheduled arrivals. However, the guys were concentrating mainly on getting that car clean, while leaving their Stairway moms to do the pressing of the tux. After dinner and some special attention, cou¬ ples arrived at the prom ready to catch a glimpse of everyone else and to have a great time. The wide smiles and “oohs” and “ahhs” showed everyone’s approval. Amazement was seen in every eye when the “Stairway to Heaven” came in to view. The rest of the evening was spent dancing the night away on that special cloud and making memories to last for¬ ever. “What kind of dance?” Tal Swails looks puzzled at his date Andrea Witt, as she suggests a new dance. 20 Prom

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lb Biggs Brings Basketball BACK A fter coaching for fifteen years and playing basketball since early high school, one could say that Coach Grandy Biggs knows almost everything about the sport. He proved his knowl¬ edge and experience after taking over the boys’ varsity basketball program this past year. “It was a complete change in the basketball program,” said Coach Biggs. Indeed the “turn-around” was a success; the team completed one of the most outstanding seasons in years. For such an achievement, Coach Biggs was the recipient of the Coach of the Year Award. Although the award was quite an honor for him, it came as a surprise. Biggs said that the award could have gone to any of the coaches; how¬ ever, his qualifications seemed evident. Mr. Biggs attended high school in Jacksonville, Florida and later attended a junior college. There he played on the team which ranked third in the nation. He continued playing basketball at Ap¬ palachian State University until he be¬ came a teacher. His love for the sport has brought him much success. It serves as an integral part of his seasonal coach¬ ing techniques. Accounting is but one of the many chores of physical education teachers. Prior to health class in Room 22, Mr. Grandy Biggs tallies money from the sale of gym suits and the collection of book fees. The smiles tell all! After receiving their awards for basketball at the Athletic Banquet, Mike Hall and Freddy Lee stand proudly with Coach Biggs. 22 Coach of the Year Athletic Banquet