Pittsburg State University - Kanza Yearbook (Pittsburg, KS)

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Greek Mythology continued from page 16 perform. After introducing the members of the squad, Dr. Wilson, as himself again, forgot they were supposed to perform and moved on to other parts of the program, leaving the pompon girls kneeling, heads bowed, on the grass of the stadium. Later, Dr. Wilson and Carol McCraw, 1984 Homecoming Queen and Bonner Springs graduate, crowned Beth Jones, Cherokee junior, as Homecom- ing Queen. Jones, representative of the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity, was serenaded by her sponsors with a rendition of That Wonderful Sig Ep Girl following the ceremonies. Student spirit and enthusiasm was at a high level during the annual pep rally, Yell-Like-HeJL Normally held in Brandenburg Stadium and accompanied by a bonfire, the event was held in Weede Gymnasium due to rain. Before the competition began, members of the football team introduced themselves, and other Homecoming officials were introduced by Jones. Then, the actual festivities began. During Yell-like-HeN, groups compete for sweepstakes points by building pyramids while singing chants. Sigma Phi Epsilon built their way to victory in the men's division, and Alpha Gamma Delta shaped a winning pyramid in the women's division. Another highlight of the activity was Sigma Chi's spelling out backwards Co Pitt State. Early Saturday morning mist and fog did not keep the spectators away from the Homecoming parade, as crowds of people lined Broadway to watch the bands, floats and clowns. First place winners in the queen float competition were Sigma Sigma Sigma and Sigma Phi Epsilon. In the queen car competition, Newman Club won first place, while Sigma Chi won first place in the novelty competition. The Newman Club was the overall Homecoming victors, claiming the Sweepstakes for the fourth year in a row. JMichelle Bowers, Kent Thompson, and Stacey Sander!in Halftime performances at any home game is not complete without the music of the Pittsburg State Pride of the Plains Marching Band. Back straight, body tensely posed, Rob Saia, McPherson freshman, concentrates on not only his memorized notes, but sound quality as well during the Homecoming halftime show. — Dale Bratton )fl Homecoming

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1 ICTOR ends week with a bang The football game brought festivities to a booming conclusion, with a 35-18 Gorilla victory over the tenth ranked Washburn Ichabods. The Gorillas took the lead early, scoring six points after only three plays. The extra point team then converted a surprise two point play with a run by Bruce Stancell, Ander- son, Mo , sophomore. The Ichabods then tied up the score, with a touchdown and safety of their own. But the Gorillas weren't discour- aged as an interception and 40 yard run by Donnie Johnson, Midwest City, Okla., fresh- man, gave them a second touchdown. The extra point kick was good and the Gorillas were up 15-8. An Ichabod field goal left the score at 15-11 at half-time. During half-time the queen and court were presented and given silver platters. High school bands and the Pride of the Plains marching band entertained the crowd. The Ichabods chose to receive the kickoff to start the second half. They quickly scored another touchdown, taki ng the Iead at 15-18. Late in the third quarter, Pitt took the lead back. Starting on their own 39 yard line, Gene Stegeman, Overland Park sophomore, went in for a touchdown. Again, the extra kick was good and PSU was on top 22-18. A second interception by Ted Frith, Wichita junior, set the Gorillas up for a field goal. Michael Bowman, Adrian, Mo., sophomore, kicked 44 yards, the longest field goal of his career, to bring the score to 25-18. A WU fumble and Pitt State recovery on the 42 yard line gave the Gorillas their next scoring opportunity. They moved up to the seven yard line before a penalty moved them back to the 12. Another Bowman field goal gave PSU a 10-point lead. The Ichabods were forced to take a chance on fourth down but came up short to set PSU up for one more trip to the end zone. Stegeman took the ball in on an option and Bowman kicked the extra point, leaving the final score at 35-18.□ Suzy Karr

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I A victory celebration was held in the end zone before the game was even over, Qefensive back Don Johnson, Midwest City, Okla., is hoisted into the air by Joe Philips, Archie, Mo., sophomore, and Kurt Thompson, lola sophomore, after returning an in- terception for a touchdown.—Kent A, Thompson Students are not the only people who support the PSU Gorillas. This young fan is preparing early for life as a Pitt State student, — Kent A. Thompson Following a block by Bruce Stancel!, Anderson, Mo., junior, quarterback Gene Stegeman, Overland Park sophomore, keeps the ball on an option play. This team cooperation was a key factor in the Homecoming game as the Gorillas overpowered the Washburn Ichbods 35-18,— Kent A. Thompson Homecoming 79