R L Paschal High School - Panther Yearbook (Fort Worth, TX)

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A wave of dogged Paschal defenders buries an unfortunate Highlander. 106 X SPORTS Homecoming Win Climoxes Seoson Fleetfooted David Runnels apprehends a retreating Bulldog. A triumphant purple and 'vhite squad shutout the Eastern Hills Highlanders 21-O by means of a third quarter offensive explo- sion. Encouraged by an outstanding defen- sive performance, the Panthers capitalized on the recovery of two Highlander fumbles to spark the victory. The defensive skills of the opposing teams were equally matched, resulting in a scoreless first half. The Pas- chal offense then unloosed a scoring bar- rage of three touchdowns in under five min- utes. The initial six-pointer came about from a pair of quarterback keepers by Dar- yl Zeller and Billy Weimer. Moments later the touchdown was completed by Dudley Woodard. Two backfield fumbles by the Highlanders, both recovered by Tommy Ayars, occurred soon after, giving Paschal excellent field positions. A 17-yard scoring run by Weimer and Woodard's second touchdown insured the win for Paschal. A scoreless fourth quarter followed despite an interception by Ayars and a field goal attempt. Paschal raised its record to 3-2 in district play and prepared for a homecom- ing showdown against Trimble Tech. A throng of 3500 at Farrington Field wit- nessed Paschal's first Homecoming victory An incredulous Panther offense returns to the sidelines during the course of a 27- 7 Homecoming triumph over Trimble Tech. l in seven years. The Panthers presented a balanced team effort against Trimble Tech by putting points on the board both offen- sively and defensively. George Gorham, Jacky Kirkland, and Richard Flamfield initi- ated the onslaught of scoring plays by tack- ling the Tech quarterback in his own end zone for a two-point safety in the second quarter. Before the half was over, Dudley Woodard had completed a 61-yard drive to the goal line with a PAT kick by Billy Weimer to put the Panthers ahead 9-O. A field goal in the last period, set up by a Clarence Gar- rett interception, followed a scoreless third quarter defensive struggle. On the ensuing kick-off, sophomore Grant Hensley recovered a Bulldog fumble which resulted in Paschal's second TD. The opposing defense was then surprised with a two-point conversion by Billy Weimer. Later in the same quarter, Trimble Tech's single score came about by a 73-yard pass completion and reduced Paschal's lead by seven points. Striking back, Weimer completed a scoring pass to junior tight end Mike Wil- liams, culminating the 27-7 Homecoming victory.

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Demise of Dunbor Eoses AHHS Sting A series of strategic defensive plays led the Panthers in a victorious duel with Dun- bar. A recovered fumble and a blocked punt prompted Paschal's successful scoring ven- tures. Late in the first quarter Jody Norman retrieved a Wildcat fumble instituted by Raymond Boyd and, moments later, Dudley Woodard plunged in for six points. Junior defensive end Steve Pike blocked a Dunbar punt carrying Paschal to the seven yard line. With a one-yard tumble, Dudley Woo- dard put the Panthers ahead 14-7. The Wildcats' only score came about on a touch- down pass in the first quarter. Coupled with the Southwest victory, Paschal's record stood at 2-1. Despite high spirits and a two game win- ning streak, Paschal was subdued by a pow- erful Arlington Heights team. A drenching rain in the first quarter hampered the Pan- ther offense. The swift Yellow Jacket offense took advantage of the adverse con- ditions to score an unexpected four touch- downs in the first half. Trailing, the Panther defense displayed a new determination and held Heights to a single touchdown in the second half. As a result, the rival encounter ended in a disappointing 35-O score. Pardon me boys, is that the Chattanooga Choo-Choo? PHS Iinemen revive a golden oldie. Going my way? Clarence Garrett C235 hitches a free ride on Yellow Jacket Oppo- nent. The Panther backfield exhibits offensive finesse against the Wildcats. K N i 1 Mark Deason C513 experiences a rude awakening in the Dun bar game. 13E'Fsm..x.a, . - 'ing-Gila

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Hit 'em hard, hit 'em low, and hit 'em fast. Paschalites employ the basics in tackling. he Sedson Ends With Consecutive Wins Numbed by bitter winds, frozen specta- tors witnessed a fiery offensive explosion in the final moments as Paschal crushed Western Hills' aspirations for victory. A fourth quarter deadlock was broken by a 19-yard field goal by Billy Weimer, which lifted the panthers to an exciting 16-13 vic- tory. On their initial possession the Cougars drew first blood with a 47-yard touchdown run and led 7-O. Fiegrouping, Paschal relied on Billy Weimer's speed, as his 50-yard scamper to the end zone knotted the score 7-7. Soon after, the Panthers capitalized on a Western Hill's fumble and the staunch running ability of Dudley Woodard to score and take the lead 13-7 at half. The third quarter remained scoreless and ended with the Cougars threatening deep in Panther territory. On the first play of the fourth quar- ter Western Hills tied the contest with a 7- yard scoring strike. Possibly the biggest play of the game occurred on the next play, as George Gorham blocked the PAT attempt to keep the game undecided. With time run- ning out Billy Weimer broke loose and set Cougars exit here! Richard Fiamfield ushers out of bounds an unruly Cougar as Dale Hallan C373 and Darryl Kelley C703 rush to assist. f - q 1 .. .. : . +R Gm.. - the stage for his game-winning field goal. Ending the 1977 football season in style, the powerful purple machine overwhelmed the hapless Poly Parrots 34-O to place sec- ond in the race for district crown. Seniors Billy Weimer, Dudley Woodard, and Jody Norman paced Paschal offensively, as the Panthers scored in each quarter. Equally impressive were the PHS defenders as they effectively contained the Parrot offense and recovered three of its fumbles. Paschal received the game's opening kick-off and put together a string of first downs as the team marched 68 yards to a score using the first seven minutes of play. Moments later the defense halted a Poly bid on fourth down and gained possession of the ball. Five plays later Dudley Woodard scored his second of the contest and Paschal led 14-O at halftime. In the third quarter, the Pan- thers continued their devastation of Poly on the ground as Woodard raced 53 yards to the end zone. Midway in the final period Jody Norman added yet another TD on a 5- yard dash to the goal line. Through superb defensive play the Parrots never seriously threatened in the entire game. Dudley Woo- i .M , 5 f dard put the final points on the board with 1 just under three minutes remaining, with his fourth touchdown of the evening. f Billy Weimer punts with all-star form. While hard-hitting Panthers make an adept tackle, the baffled Western Hills offense wanders aimlessly around the playing turf. 107