Sandy High School - Mee Ma Yearbook (Sandy, OR)

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Coach Forrest Allen pilotted the Sandy Pioneers to a 1-7-1 record during the 1971 season. Though the record was not im- pressive, the team consisting of more than one half sophomores, showed great im- provement, desire and courage. Juniors Ralph Peterson and Randy Moody were the main threat in the Sandy offen- se, powering their way to three touch- downs each. Sophomore Dan Turin lead the Pioneers in the offensive attack until he suffered a slight shoulder injury. He was replaced by sophomore Mark Baughman. Turin, also the punter, averaged 37. 2 yards per punt and captured second in league, missing first by one-tenth of a yard. Six other seniors played for the Pioneers. They were Jim Kerr, Alan Gunderman, Mike Abercrombie, Don Williams, Bob Mahn, Joel Mills and Dan Rockway. The team showed great interest and desire to do their best. They did the best that anyone could ask of a young team, meet- ing more physical, mature teams, Mr. Allen said. We've set a goal for a .500 or better season new year. We apprecia- ted the school's support and we plan to do better in the future. iQkUI Pioneers crush opponents (above) while Assistant Coach Steve Kostraba (right) shouts instructions. (Left to right) row 1 - John McVicker, Gary Holm, Ken Blount, Alan Norris, Mark Naylor, Larry Daiirens, Casey Car- mony, Steve Aubin, Mike Wecker, Gary Blount, Craig Pullen, row 2 - Don Williams (72), Bob Mahn, Dan Rock- way, Jerry' Stratton, Mike Abercrom- bie, Alan Gunderman, Dave Aschbach- er, Joel Mills, row 3 - Lyle Schoppert, Steve Parker, Curt Phelps, Mike Mon- tambo, Martin Richards, Mark Baugh- man, Randy Moody, Ralph Peterson, Dan Turin, George Merten, Gib Kala- ma, Eric Lundeen. row 4 - Tim Kell- er, Alan Sturdy, Robin Smith, Steve Konell 13

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Assistant Coach Steve Guthu tells them how. New coach finishes first season SEASON RECORD Sandy 34 South Albany 14 Sandy 0 McMinnville 32 Sandy 8 Silverton 25 Sandy 8 Sweet Home 34 Sandy 12 Central 37 Sandy 6 Estacada 6 Sandy 0 Canby 7 Sandy 0 Molalla 46 Sandy 0 Newberg 28 Four Pioneers received honors in the all-league se- lections for the Valley Divsion of the Coast-Valley League. Senior Jerry Stratton gained a first string guard spot on the defensive unit. Stratton at 5-8 and 185 pounds was outstanding all season on the defensive line. Dave Aschbacher, senior, and Randy Moody, jun- ior, received all-league votes on defense. Both were awarded honorable mention - Aschbacher as a linebacker and Moody as a halfback. Junior Ralph Peterson, the leading Pioneer rusher this season, received honorable mention as a offen- sive back. Head Coach Forrest Allen demonstrates enthusiasm for good play.

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Often mud-soaked team strives valiantly Left: Marie Baughman jumps in hopes of blocking opponent's pass. Top right: Ralph Peterson reaches between two defenders in hopes of catching pass. Bottom right: Peterson gives an assist with teammate's hel- met.