Spartanburg High School - Spartana Yearbook (Spartanburg, SC)

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“Class of 86 . shouted sophomores from the hill above the parking lot at the Memorial Auditorium. Classes cheered while the cheerleaders performed. Trying to maintain balance while running with a foot tied to another person takes some talent. Sophomores Shannon Delaney and Daniel Goodwin work together to beat the other classes in the three legged race during the Bonfire Games. After a week of non stop activities during Homecoming, students tired quickly at the dance. WCKN provided punch, cookies, and other refreshments for the dancers. 22 Homecoming Enjoying the music. Janet Copses and Travis Green quietly celebrate Janet's crowning. WCKN provided a variety of music for dancing. The tug-of-war competition proved to be strenuous for seniors Jay Hannah, Kathryn Finney, and Patrick Cont. The seniors lost the match to the juniors. Hoping to inspire her class. Courtney Clhler leads the sophomores in a cheer The judges considered both spirit and float originality before choosing a winner.

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Sophomores, seniors, and faculty give maximum effort, but the Juniors dominate bonfire competition “Beat Dorman! and class rivalry chants echoed through the crowd at the bonfire Thursday night on the band practice field. Seniors in their Ultimate '84 jerseys hoped to remind the underclassmen of last year's victory in the games. In the end. the Juniors dominated. They defeated the seniors. sophomores, and faculty in the overall competition. The dizzy wizzy, tug-of-war, pyramid building, and other wacky games provided a challenge, though, to all participants. After the firemen doused the flames, students spent hours finishing up their floats. Some class officers stayed at work until 12:00 and 1:00 A.M. Punk rockers, soldiers, pumpkins, and witches invaded the halls on Friday. Dressed in their Halloween costumes, students and faculty sometimes proved to be unrecognizable. On the front steps during break, the competition for best costume took place. Shannon Hall, Travis Wardlaw, Mrs. Helen Foster, and Mr. Tom Wine won due to their extraordinary outfits. Meanwhile, the door decoration judges decided on the winners. Homerooms used the talent of their members to design a three dimensional project or an artistic poster for the door. First place went to Mr. Joe Forest's homeroom (12-91), second Mrs. Jackie Blackburn's (12-80), and third Mrs. Kathy Bell (10-17). Mrs. Olga Burtnett's homeroom (12-78) and Ms. Sunni Parker's (11-47) received honorable mention ribbons. At one o'clock, students left to eat lunch and prepare for the parade. At 3:00 in the First Presbyterian Church parking lot, students waited with their class or club float for the walk to the Memorial Auditorium Homecoming morning, juniors make a final effort to catch up with the seniors in spirit spot sells. Paige Hucks and Julie Anderson put the final stickers on the juniors' ‘85 poster Checking on her freckles. Teresa Le-verett dressed according to the day's theme, farmer Since the Vikings played Dorman Friday night. Student Council declared Thursday Farmer Day. Homecoming 21

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A week of excitement filled the halls, downtown, and Snyder Field end as Dorman defeat caps Homecoming festivities The band lead the parade, followed by the Homecoming candidates riding in convertibles, and the floats. Club and class floats followers yelled chants and several threw candy to children. Since the winners were determined both in spirit and the float, each class hoped to impress the judges by their enthusiasm. The band added to the excitement through their contribution of spirited music. The parade ended at the Memorial Auditorium with a pep rally. Varsity cheerleaders dressed as witches and JV as ghosts, and created enthusiasm for the approaching SHS- Dorman football match. On October 28 at Snyder Field, they promised the destruction of Dorman by the Vikings. At 8:00 after a hectic week of activities, students waited for the kick-off. Hindered by skirts and suits, and often corsages, the crowd still managed to cheer each touchdown and let the players know they supported them. The game ended in a 21-0 victory over Dorman. Halftime activities included the announcement of class and club float victors and the Homecoming Queen. Juniors shouted when their float won, leaving seniors in second place and the sophomores in third. Club float winners consisted of Interact-Civinettes in first, Anchor in second, and Black History third. Seniors won the spirit spot competition, with juniors in second and sophomores third. The Homecoming candidates walked through the color-guards’ flag arch and onto center field as they and their escorts were presented. The crowd quieted before the announcement of the attendants and the Queen. Adrianne Tyus and Carter Willard received roses from council members when they were named honor attendants. Nancy Bird, last year’s queen. crowned Janet Copses as ’83 Homecoming Queen. Once the football game’s victory was secure, students head ed to the school cafeteria for the free dance provided by WCKN (Rock 101). Janet Copses picked Luke Wilburn’s, Debbie Horne’s, and Troy Cribb’s spots off the '84 sign, so each won $15.00. After weeks of preparation, Homecoming concluded at 12:30 A.M. Weary council members rejoiced its conclusion, but were saddened by the end of the excitement, anticipation, and spirit. Homecoming 23 While last year's queen. Nancy Bird, crowns Janet Copses. George Sanford. Janet's escort, shows his excitement. At the dance. Janet picked three sen iors to win $15 in the spirit spot compe tition. “Jamin’ Juniors carry pom-pons to wave in the parade. Juniors won the float competition not only due to their float design, but spirit as well.