Southwest High School - Spirit Yearbook (Macon, GA)

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Young Team Desires to Be the Best The determination and spirit of former Southwest teams must have been an influence on this outstanding group of young ladies. These great qualities, put together with excellent play, led the Lady Patriots to a Sub- Region playoff berth and the coveted City Championship This group of exceptional ladies played far beyond expectations, ac- cording to Coach David Carey. He felt this team performed at levels equivalent to those of veterans when they really weren't that experienced. Led by Kim Gilkey, Rhonda Spires, Tracy Daniels, Allison Ross, and Lisa Dean, the team had a rewarding season. With a great number of these now seasoned players returning next year, Southwest can look forward to another successful season. TOP, LEFT TO RIGHT: Kim Gilkey prepares for battle. Allison Ross shows great determination Girls Team — First Row: Melinda Hopper, Tracy Daniels, Allison Ross, Lisa Dean, Cathy Kerstet- ter, Toby Halligan, Sandy Gibbs, Meredith Ket- chum, Chris Caswell. Second Row: Mgr. Steve Robinson, Kim Gilkey, Rhonda Spires, Christi Chambers, Debra Collins, Coach Carey, Laura Justice, Kim Richardson, Julie McDowell, Cindy Caswell, Teresa Blocker, Mgr. Tim Davison BOTTOM, LEFT TO RIGHT: Outstanding players receive honors. Lisa Dean waits patiently for pitch. Toby Halligan demonstrates perfect form Ci ‘5 ; j 18 — Softball

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Young Team shows Promise Coach Danny Grube knew 1985 was to be a time for rebuilding. The on- y returning Varsity starters from the fearsome '84 team were Tony Butler and James Marshall. The new ‘85 team was obviously a young one con- sisting of four freshmen, four sophomores, three juniors and only one senior Southwest has been hosting the SW Invitational Wrestling Tournament for several years. Every year the tourna- ment grows in popularity. The '85 tour- nament was no exception — for two Straight days schools from all over the state competed against each other. Southwest's young squad had three wrestlers find their way to the winners’ platform with third place finishes; Tony Butler — 170 Class Division, Harold Franklin — 147 Class Division, and James Thorpe — 105 Class Division. The '85 team finished with a record of 5-11 which was respectable con- sidering the youth and inexperience of the team. Virtually every member of the team had little or no previous ex- perience. Coach Grube stressed the fact that the regular season is used to get the team ready for the Regional Tournament which qualifies wrestlers for the State Meet. Southwest did well in the Region Tournament with Tony Butler coming away with the championship in the 170 Class Division. Eric Jordan was the runner-up in the 132 Class Division. Chris Simmons placed fourth in the Heavyweight Division. Tony Butler went on to the State Meet and was runner-up in the 170 Class Division. i - ih. Hf TOP, LEFT TO RIGHT: Varsity Wrestlers: First Row: J. Thorpe, W. Alexander, E. Ludiam, F Sallette, A. Simmons, E. London. Second Row: C. Hendley, H. Franklin, J. Marshall, T. Butler, D. Franklin, C. Simmons. Coach Grube gives words of encouragement. MIDDLE, LEFT TO RIGHT. Coach Grube advises wrestlers during match Alvin Gibson controls the opponent. Tony Butler relaxes before a match. BOTTOM: B-Team Wrestlers. First Row: C. Zeliner, R. Manuel, B Ward, A. Simmons, J. Marshall, A. Gibson. Se- cond Row: M. Hughes, J. Rushin, E. Lowendo, H. Franklin, W. Daughtery, E. London. Third Row: R. Lamar, C. Graham, C. Moss, K. Pollard, D. Thomas - —— — a Wap 20 — Wrestling