Poquoson High School - Islander / York Chronicle Yearbook (Poquoson, VA)

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“Oh! What a Night!” On the evening of October 28, the Poquoson Islanders met the Bruton Panthers in the 1983 Homecoming game. There were several goal line stands in this, one of the hardest fought games of the season. Poquoson scored a touch- down which was called back be- cause of a penalty. The teams bat- tled it out, and there was no clear winner until the final seconds ticked off of the clock. Although Poquoson did not emerge victo- rious, the team walked away hav- ing played one of their best games of the season. The football game may have been the main attraction, but there were certainly plenty of other acti- vities going on to entertain the crowd. The Islander Marching Band took the field in an array of “Gee, Mr. Smith! When are the new band uniforms coming in?” Halloween costumes. The senior footb all players and cheerleaders, as well as their parents, were rec- ognized before the game. The younger cheerleaders of Po- quoson took a few minutes to show their talents, and the “‘old- timers”’ took time out to show us how they used to cheer for the Bull Islanders. At halftime the announcement was made that the Sophomore Class had won the float competi- tion, and Darlene Evans was crowned Homecoming Queen 1983. The night of the Homecoming game had something special in it for everyone, and the special magic of the evening will not soon be forgotten. Tommy and Mr. Jordan were among those introduced before the start of the game. Osage emcee cert RE gb BA SLOPLMEB LOLOL AA LOY The Poquoson High majorettes show the crowd their traditional can-can routine at halftime. Poquoson’s third string — the Varsity cheerleaders wore football jerseys to the game just in case. 14 Homecoming

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“Beautiful Girls” The 1983 Homecoming Court was made up of six very beautiful girls. Representing the Senior Class were Darlene Evans, Carol Carmines, and Leslie Ferguson. Carol, who was active in FHA and art, chose Mike Pruitt as her escort. Leslie Ferguson, a member of the Varsity Club and FBLA, was escorted by Tommy Garner. The Juniors were represented by Jill Parrish. Jill, a Varsity cheer- leader, was secretary of the Junior Class and was a member of both the Key Club and SCA. Jill chose as her escort Kevin Earley. Susan Roberts represented the Sophomore Class. Susan, who was active in track, the Key Club, cheerleading, and gymnastics, was escorted by Chad Grube. Representing the Freshmen Class was Stacie Barton. Stacie, also a Varsity cheerleader, chose Bill Ward as her escort. Senior Representative Carol Carmines and escort Mike Pruitt (top); Senior Representative Leslie Ferguson and escort Tommy Garner (middle); Junior Representative Jill Parrish and escort Kevin Earley (right); Sophomore Repre- sentative Susan Roberts and escort Chad Grube (left); Freshmen Representa- tive Stacie Barton and escort Bill Ward (bottom). Homecoming 13

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The Islander Marching Band took the field in an array of Halloween costumes. Tony Archovich — Poquoson’s secret weapon. VOSON HIGH SCHOO ISLANDER BAND WOSOW, VIRGINIA “Coach, I’ve heard of ‘putting your nose to the grind stone,’ but this is a little ridicu- lous.” Quarterback Rich Canella turns to the run- ning game in an effort to gain a first down. Homecoming 15