St Agnes Academy - Crusader Yearbook (Alliance, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1977 volume:

The Annual Staff of St. Agnes Academy would like to dedieate the 1976-77 St. Agnes Crusader to those who have supported our school, our teams, and our activities throughout the year. The students and faculty appreciate your dedication to St. Agnes. Thank you. CONTENTS INTRODUCTION.........1 DEDICATION...........2 FACULTY..............5 SENIORS..............9 UNDERCLASSMEN ......15 ATHLETICS...........25 ACTIVITIES..........43 HONORS..............69 CONCLUSION.......73-80 This Page Sponsored by GIBSONS DISCOUNT CENTER and R M HOME FURNISHINGS FACULTY 77 FACULTY 77 FACULTY 77 FACULTY 77 FACULTY 77 FACULTY 77 FACULTY 77 FACULTY 77 FACULTY 77 Sr. M. Liguori 6 ALLIANCE RAILROAD EMPLOYEES’ CREDIT UNION Sr. M. Emilia Teresa Happ Mr. T. J. deBacco 762-5000 Mary Ann Yetter 7 Mrs. Janice Schafer Mrs. Teresa Nelson Mrs. Nadine deBacco Pat McCune Mr. Paul Kunzman Mrs. Pam Smith Volunteer Study Hall Monitors Mrs. Earl Annable Mrs. Barney Applegarth Mrs. James Kennedy Mrs. Richard Murphy School Board Members Dorothy Kunzman Bill Heitz Leo Bayer Edith Brittan Louis Miskimen Barbara Morrill Father Han This Page Sponsored by CARNINE COLLECTION The Little Place Next to the Theatre 410V$ Box Butte 8 762-5222 SENIORS 77 SENIORS 77 SENIORS 77 SENIORS 77 SENIORS 77 SENIORS 77 SENIORS 77 SENIORS 77 SENIORS 77 SENIORS 1977 BRIAN BISHOP Class President 4: Treasurer 3: Science Club 1; Glee 2 4; FB 1 2 3 4 . FB All - Conference 4, All - State 4, High School All American; BB 1; A-Club 2 3 4, Treasurer 4. MICHELLE COBLE Class Secretary 4; Annual Staff 4; Pep Club 1 2 3 4: Cheerleader 2 3 4; Glee 1 2 3; VB 1; Track 1 2 ; Speech 1; GAA 1 2: Who’s Who Among American High School Students; Chadron Scholastic Medal in An 3. LARRY POWELL Class President 2; Vice-Pres- ident 1 4; Student Council 2; Nat'l Honor Soci- ety 3 4, President 4; Science Club 12 3, Vice- President 3; French Club 1 3; FB 1 2 3 4 , All-Conferrence Honorable Mention 3, All- Conference 4; BB 1 2 3; Track 1 2 3 ; Speech Award 1; A - Club 2 3 4, Vice-President 3, President 4; Thank You Dance King 4; Pep Club Boyfriend 4; Chadron Scholastic Contest 12 3 4. PATTY WEARE Class Treasurer 4: Annual Staff 4; Nat'l Honor Society 3 4, Secretary- Treasurer 4; Science Club 3, Secretary 3; Ger- man Club 3 4; Sodality 2 3 4, Vice-President 3, Secretary 4; Pep Club 1 2 3 4: VB 1 2 3� 4 . All Conference 4; Track 1 ; Girls’ State Delegate; Speech Award 1; GAA 1 2 3 4, Sec- retary-Treasurer 3, President 4; Homecoming Queen; Prom 1st Atten. Valentines' Princess 3; May Queen Alien. 3 4; Chadron Scholastic Contest Honorable Mention - Algebra I. GINA SHERIDAN Cathedral High School 1 2; Terril Community Schools 3; SAA 4; Annual Business Manager 4; Nat'l Honor Society 4; Pep Club 4; Sodality 4; Glee 4; Speech 4; Music Contest Superior Rating 4; Band 4. 10 Sponsor: 112 Box Butte MFA INSURANCE 762-3030 Bob Hunter JEFF EGNOSKE Class President 3; Student Council Vice-President 3; Annual Staff 4; Science Club 1; Glee 4; FB 1 2 3 4 . All Conference Honor- able Mention 4; BB 1 2 3 4 ; Track 1 2 3 4’; Drama Cast 1 2, Crew 3; Speech 12 3; Valentines Duke 3, King 4; A-Club 2 3 4; 1976 Mr. Irresistible; Who's Who Among American High School Students. JODENE BRENNAN Pep Club 1 2 3 4, Treasurer 3; Cheerleader 4; Glee 4; VB 1 2 3 4 , All American 4; Panhandle Conference Honorable Mention 3, All Conference 4; Track 1 2 3 4 , All American 4; Thank You Dance Queen; GAA 1 2 3 4. LISA RIZZI Class Secretary 3; Annual Staff 2 3 4, Editor 3 4; Nat'l Honor Society 3 4; Science Club 1; Pep Club 1 2 3 4; Girls' State Alternate: Speech Award 1; Track Student Manager 4 ; Who’s Who Among American High School Students; General Mills Family Leader of Tomorrow 4; Drama Crew 3. STEVE HEITZ Class Treasurer 1; Stu- dent Council 12 3, Secretary 3; Annual Staff 3 4; Science Club 1; Glee 4: FB 1 2 3' 4� ; BB 1 2; Track 1 2 3 4 ; Drama Cast and Crew 1 2 3; Speech 12 3; A-Club 2 3 4, Secretary 34. CHRIS MUNGER Science Club 1 2; FB 1 2 3° 4‘, All Confer- ence 4, All State Honorable Mention 4: BB 1 3; Track 2 3 4 : Drama Cast 2 3; A-Club 2 3 4. CLASS SONG WISH YOU WERE HERE By PINK FLOYD This Page Sponsored by: HEITZ EASTSIDE CONOCO E. 3rd and Missouri 762-2946 and ENGLEHAUPT MOTORS 511 W. 3rd Street u 762-1300 MICHELLE HOLLINRAKE Class Treasurer 1; Pep Club 1 2 3 4; Cheerleader 2 3 4; Glee 3 4, Secretary 4; Speech 2; Track 1 2 3 4 ; Homecoming 1st Atten.; Prom Queen; Valen- tines Duchess 1: GAA 2 3 4; Who's Who Among American High School Students. TOM BEIBERT FB 1 2 4 ; BB 1 2 3 4 ; All- Conference 4; Golf 1 2 3 4 PAT MATTHEWS Glee 4; FB 1 2 3 4� , All Conference Honorable Mention 4; BB 1 2 3; Track 1 2 ; Speech 3; A-Club 2 3 4; Prom King. MARY LOCKRIDGE Student Council 3; Annual Staff 2; Nat'l Honor Society 4; German Club 2 3; Sodality 2 3 4, Secretary 3. President 4; Pep Club 1 2 3 4, President 4; Glee 4; VB Std. Mgr. 3 4 ; Track 1 2 ; Drama Cast 3; Speech 3; Thespians 3; Girls' State Candidate 3; GAA 1 2 3, Vice-President 3; Prom 2nd atten.; May Queen Atten. 3 4; DAR Citizenship Award 4. MIKE KELLY Science Club 2 3; French Club 1 2; FB 1 2 3 ; BB 1 2; Track 1 3 ; Golf 2; Speech 1. Sponsor PODHAISKY INSURANCE Real Estate - Loans 762-5321 and CLASS FLOWER PINK ROSE NORTHERN PLAINS LAND AND CATTLE AGENCY West 3rd Street TERRY SAYLOR West Aurora High School 1 2; SAA 3 4; Annual Staff 4; Glee 4; FB 3 4 . All Conference Hon- orable Mention 4; Track 4 ; A-Club 3 4; Pep Club Formal 2nd Atten.; Prom 1st Atten. SUSAN MANION Annual Staff 2 3 4; Science Club 1; Sodality 1; Pep Club 1 2 3 4; Glee 1 2 3; VB 1; Track 1; Speech 1: GAA 1; CCD Teacher 12 3 4; Who's Who Among American High School Students. CAROLYN KLOCH Student Council 1; Annual Staff 4; Nat'l Honor Society 4; Science Club 1 2; Pep Club 1 2 3 4; Cheerleader 2 4; Glee 2 4; VB 1 2 3 4 , All Conference 3 4, All Regional Honorable Mention 4; All American 4; Track 1 2 3 4 . All American 4; Speech 1; GAA 1 2 3 4; Homecoming 2nd Atten; Triple Trio 4. MARK ERICKSON Class President 1; Student Council 1; FB 1 2 3 4 . All Conference Honorable Mention; BB 1 2; Track 1 2 3� ; Speech 3; A-Club 2 3 4, Vice-President 4; Valentines Duke 1; Pep Club Formal 1st Atten. JULIE PODHAISKY Annual Staff 3; Nat'l Honor Society 3 4, Vice-President 4; Science Club 1 2; Sodality 2; Pep Club 1 2 3 4, Chant Leader 4; Cheerleader 3; Glee 1 3 4; VB 1; Track 1; Drama Cast and Crew 3 4; Speech 2 3 4; State Qualifier 3 4; Thespians 3 4; GAA 1; Triple Trio 4; Music Section Leader 4; Who's Who Among American High School Students. Sponsors BERNIE'S ACE HARDWARE 315 Laramie and COVER-JONES MOTOR CO. COVER-JONES TBA CLASS COLORS LIGHT BLUE and SILVER 13 ANNE KOSMICKI Class Secretary 1: Student Council 2 3; Nat’l Honor Society 3 4; Science Club 1; Pep Club 12 3 4; Cheerleader 2 4; Glee 2 3 4; VB 1 2� 3� 4� ; Track 1 2� 3 4 ; Speech 1; Welcome Dance Queen 1; Valentines Queen 4; GAA 12 3 4; Triple Trio 4; Glee Club Pres 4; Who's Who Among American High School Students. BILL KUNZMAN FB 1 2, Student Manager 3 4 ; BB 1 2 3 4 ; Golf 1 2 3 4� ; Speech 2; A-Club 2 3 4; Mr. Irresistible 3. PAUL McCUNE ' Student Council 2; Annual Staff 12 3; Science Club 12 3; French Club 1 2 3. Vice-President 3; FB 1 2« 3 4 . All Con- ference 3, Honorable Mention 4; BB 1 2 3 , All Conference 3, All Regional 1st Team 3; Pre-Season All State 4; Track 1 ; Boy's State Delegate; Drama Cast 3 4; State Speech Quali- fier 4; Thespians 3 4; A-Club 2 3 4; Welcome Dance King 1; Prom 2nd Atten.; Who’s Who Among American High School Students. JULIE KUNZMAN Class Secretary 2; Annual Staff 2 3 4, Business Manager 4; Science Club 1; Nat'l Honor Society 4; French Club 1; Pep Club 1 2 3 4; VB Student Manager 4; CCD Teacher 1 2 3 4; Chadron Scholastic Contest 4; Who's Who Among American High School Stu- dents. DAN MURPHY Class Vice-Pres- ident 2; Annual Staff 4; Nat'l Honor Society 4; Science Club 1 2 3; French Club 12 3; Speech 1; Boys’ State Alternate; Speech Award 1. Sponsor THE ALLIANCE TIMES-HERALD 114 E. 4th St. The Only Daily Newspaper That Cares What Happens IN 14 or TO Northwest Nebraska. CLASS MOTTO DO NOT GO WHERETHE PATH LEADS; RATHER GO WHERE THERE IS NO PATH AND LEAVE A TRAIL.” CLASSES 77 CLASSES 77 CLASSES 77 CLASSES 77 CLASSES 77 CLASSES 77 CLASSES 77 CLASSES 77 CLASSES 77 JUNIORS Mark Brittan - caught in passing. Junior Class Officers are Matt Murphy, President; Elise Kosmicki, Treasurer; Nancy Powell, Secretary; and Mary Essay, Vice-Presi- dent. Hey Eric! Linda Miskimen, Gloria Requejo, and Genie Lockridge look over some money raising projects for Prom. Paul Whartman thoughtfully moves Carol Rader’s car out of a no parking zone. Waiting for the one o'clock bell to ring. Rader watch a Pep Rally skit. In February, Matt Murphy tried a new hair style. Nancy Powell, Maureen Morrill, Mary Essay, Matt Murphy, Tom Manning, and Mike Parascand lead the singing at Mass.____ Jim Cyza, Carol Sheridan. This Page Sponsored by MARTIN'S BARBEQUE Try the combination plate for only $1.25. SOPHOMORES Sophomore Class Officers are (left to right) Tricia Kunzman, Vice-President; Erin Kelly, Treasurer; Patty Podhaisky, President; and Alma Kulas, Secretary. Chuck Essay, Dean Retke, and Roger Applegarth gamble their noon hour away. Did somebody call my name? asks Chris Brit- Sandi Kunzman concentrates on her typ- ing assignment. Jeff Colerick studies some notes before the big test. tan. Susie Manning shows Molly Bauman how the itsy bitsy spider went up the water spout. This Page Sponsored by: GLAMOURETTE SALON We cut up, curl up, and dye for you DARLENE SHERLOCK, Owner. and L. B. MURPHY CO. 416 Box Butte 762-2844 John Hoffman is caught reading his English. Studying or daydreaming, only Matt Brennan knows for sure. This Page Sponsored by: WESTERN AUTO Jack and Jo Schaeffer Fred and Jolene Hagman 762-6616 and SHERLOCK'S CONSTRUCTION Joe Sherlock - Owner 762-2427 V Jean Sherlock and Tricia Kunzman help decorate for the Valentine's Dance. Nancy Freimuth, Alma Kulas, and Kelly Englehaupt make use of the floor space in Study Hall. Mark Rizzi enthusiastically (?) does his English assignment. Kay Percival A typical lab day for the Sophomore Biology Class. FRESHMEN Freshman Class Officers are (left to right): Kelly Saylor - in the boys' President John Kelly, Secretary Maggie bathroom??! Weare, Vice President Jane Kunzman, and Treasurer Bob Placek. Vince Sheridan sports a tie on game day. Lonnie Steggs and Dave Munger arrive on the scene just before tip-off. Renee Farritor and Theresa Curtis decide to go to study hall by way of ladder. This Page Sponsored by GREGORY'S INSURANCE INC. Insurance Alone is our business. Nancy Groce tackles her homework assignment. Freshmen try to follow Mrs. Nelson's IPS instructions. and MAGIC MIRROR 1104 Emerson 362-3450 20 Cindy Reynolds looks unhappy when the Crusaders are behind at halftime. John Kelly, Ralph Essay, and Angie Gunia wait for Religion class to begin. Maggie Weare - concentrating or sleeping? Julie Powell and Kris Abbott play peek-a-boo. Jane Kunzman daydreams through another class. Jim Podhaisky waits to go on stage at play practice. Bob Placek sitting on the can. Sponsors: WILLIAMS JEWELERS 317 Box Butte and SNYDER KIRBY VACUUM ENTERPRISE 816 W. 4th 762-1700 Humiliation,” Freshmen know all about it. 21 8th GRADE Ted Dillon . Jenny Egnoske Don Reynolds Jeff Moran Pam Gunia Irene Burke Pat Colerick Laurie Stafford Sandy Tasso'' SEVENTH GRADE Members of the Seventh Grade (Kneeling, left to right) are: Brian Wombacher, Kyle Saylor, and Greg Nepper. (Standing, left to right) Pam Kirchner, Paula Requejo, Jeanie Bryan, Susan Martin, and Maureen Kelly. SIXTH GRADE Sponsors: HOUSE OF BEAUTY 211 Box Butte 762-1414 and DeVENY’S FOOD CENTER 1115 W. 3rd 762-3222 Sister Liguori's Sixth Grade Class includes (Kneeling, left to right) Rusty Tasso, Pat Cunis, and Danny Stafford.. (Seated, left) Jenny Saylor, and (Seated, right) Maureen Kunzman. (Standing, left to right) Tracy Sherlock, Deana Hess, Jean Moran, Sister Liguori, Laura Gunia, Andrea Gerdes, and Jennifer Nelson. JR. HIGH ACTIVITIES The 8th grade in Art Class with Miss Happ. The Junior High Track Teams didn't have many track meets this year. Participants and their events include: Laurie Stafford (shot, 880 relay), Jenny Egnoske (100, 880, hurdles, and 880 relay), Irene Burke (discus, 440, 220, 880 relay) and Pam Gunia (high jump, long jump, 880 relay). The boys’ team includes: Joe Kunzman (discus), Ted Dillon (hurdles, 100, 220), Pat Colerick (100, 220), Kyle Saylor (long dis- tance). and Don Reynolds. Ribbon winners in the Soil Conservation Essay Contest were 6th graders Andrea Gerdes (pur- ple), and Pat Curtis (white), 7th graders Pam Kirchner (purple), and Greg Nepper (white), and 8th graders Irene Burke (blue), John Essay (red), and Ted Dillon (white). Citizenship winners are Jeff Moran and Pam Gunia, alternates and Pat Colerick and Irene Burke, medals. The Junior High Stu- dents playing Kick- ball at noon. 7 ATHLETICS 77 ATHLETICS 77 ATHLETICS 77 ATHLETICS 77 ATHLETICS 77 ATHLETICS 77 ATHLETICS 77 ATHLETICS 77 ATHLETICS 77 K O 1976 St. Agnes Crusaders Name No; Name No. Season Record Paul Whartman 52 Larry Powell 17 Us Them Matt Murphy 15 Paul McCune 11 Rushville 16 14 Chris Brittan 55 Pat Matthews 83 Crawford 18 6 Jeff Colerick 33 Matt Brennan 84 Harrison 36 0 Vince Sheridan 63 Tim Moran 80 Minatare 16 14 Roger Applegarth 40 Dave Munger 68 Hemingford 44 13 Chuck Essay 71 Chris Munger 62 Hay Springs 20 16 Bob Placek 82 Eric Martin 70 Hyannis 14 12 Jim Podhaisky 38 Tom Manning 16 Bayard 12 7 Lonnie Steggs 36 Brian Bishop 53 Cedar Bluffs 20 7 Tim Curtis 50 Jim Cyza 6 Wolbach 8 26 Jeff Egnoske 51 Tom Beiber 72 Terry Saylor 18 Dan Abbott 8 Steve Heitz 13 Mike Parascand 12 This Page Sponsored by Jim Annable 14 Mark Erickson 61 HAYWARD’S OPEN RANGE Mark Brittan 64 210 Box Butte 762-4670 Terry Saylor, No. 18, took this pass reception for long yardage against Minitare. Quarterback Paul McCune dis- cusses strategy with coaches Greenlee and Guerra. This Page Sponsored by JACK AND JILL FOOD CENTER and ALLIANCE LUMBER COMPANY A happy Crusader offense proclaims a hard-earned touchdown. Tom Manning used this form to gain over 1,000 yards rushing this season. The team had to come from behind to beat Hyannis. 27 Crusaders gang-tackle the Hemingford ball carrier.. The kick-off squad at Hay Springs. The first Crusader touchdown against Bayard left the score at 7-6 before we won the right to play in the state play-offs. Halfback Larry Powell A Hyannis runner is brought down by a tough defensive unit. This Page Sponsored by GUY AND DEE ELDER and FAMOUS CLOTHING HOUSE Jeff Egnoske caused the Minitare punter to fum- ble. Chris Munger recovers the ball in the end zone. Members of the Junior High Team are: Brian Wombacher, Kyle Saylor, and John Essay; Greg Nepper, Jeff Moran, Joe Kunzman, Pat Colerick, Ted Dillon, and Coach Guerra. Missing is Don Reynolds. The Junior High had a 3-1 record against Alliance High intramural teams. The State-bound Crusaders board the bus for their trip to Wahoo. S.A.A. played Cedar Bluffs for the right to play in the State finals. The Pep Rally and bonfire were held the night before the big game. This Page Sponsored by PETE’S CLOTHING 1011 W. 3rd The Priest at Wahoo Neuman said a Mass for players and Pep Club. As a first year coach at St. Agnes I was surprised by the outcome of my first season. The boys went through the regular season undefeated and received an opportunity to participate in the state play-offs. The team showed good deter- mination and represented the Academy in good form. Although they lost in the finals, they had a very fine season of 9-1. - Coach Tom Greenlee Larry at the bonfire. Larry Powell scored St. Agnes' only touchdown of the night. The season ended with S.A.A.'s first loss in twenty outings. 29 Volleyball The Varsity Volleyball players are (left to right) Anne Kos- micki, Jodene Brennan, Mary Essay, Carolyn Kloch, Patty Weare, and Nancy Powell. They are coached by Miss. T. Happ. The Reserve players are Molly Bauman. Renee Farritor, Genie Lockridge, Patty Podhaisky, Susie Manning, Kay Percival, Nancy Friemuth, and Erin Kelly. Missing is Sandi Kunzman. The Freshman Team includes (left to right): Kris Abbott, Renee Farritor, Angie Gunia, Nancy Beiber, Jane Kunzman, Kelly Saylor, Coaches Yetter and Happ, and Theresa Curtis. Not pictured is Julie Powell. Statisticians and Student Managers are Mari Lockridge. Julie Kunzman, and Carol Sheridan. The Junior High Team includes Coach Happ, Maureen Kelly, Irene Burke, Susie Martin, Lauri Stafford, Jenny Egnoske, Pam Gunia, and Coach Yetter. Miss- ing is Pam Kirchner. Sponsor: JOHNSON AND PELTZ Volleyball Highlights The victorious Reserves after beating Alliance High. Ready on 3 - 1, 2, 3. Spirit - Fire - Desire! Carolyn Kloch attempts a block as her backups Mary Ann Essay and Patty Weare keep an eye on the ball. The Freshmen won second place at the Alliance High Tournament. RIGHT: The team gets together to dis- cuss the situation. The Junior High coach. Miss Yet- ter, gives her team a Pep Talk. I II ■■ II II ■ i Julie Powell sets the ball to spiker Kris Abbott. Jodene Brennan shows her spiking form. Kay Percival gives the ball to Molly Bauman who then sets it back to Kay to spike an offensive point. PATRICK'S LIQUOR PARTY CENTER 423 East 3rd Street Varsity 11-6 Reserve 7-1 TEAM RECORDS Freshmen 9-2 Junior High 5-2 A time of silent togetherness when spirit builds even more. Kay Percival shows her special spiking form. Carolyn Kloch reaches for a spike while battling Alli- ance High during the Bridgeport Tourney. Another victory for the Freshman team. Carolyn takes a powerful serve while other team members wait to help her out. ■ ■ St • i 1 X i � 1 A promising Junior High team shows their talent against Bayard. 32 Mary Essay (Tinkerbell) misses a block but Nancy Powell is there to pick it up. Coaches Yetter and Happ wonder about the outcome of the next game. This Page Sponsored by GAMBLES 321 Box Butte BASKETBALL Varsity Roster TOM BE1BER Senior JEFF EGNOSKE Senior BILL KUNZMAN Senior DAN ABBOTT Junior JIM ANNABLE Junior MARK BRITTAN Junior TIM CURTIS Junior JIM CYZA Junior MIKE PARASCAND Junior JIM BURKE Sophomore JEFF COLERICK Sophomore Coach TOM GREENLEE Assistant Coach ROMEO GUERRA Varsity Record 7-12 Season OPPONENT WE THEY Crawford 62 60 Harrison 39 37 Hyannis 70 45 Hemingford 51 49 Salton Tournament Lyman 64 78 Sidney St. Pat’s 54 57 Rushville 52 68 Crawford 43 46 Hay Springs 53 66 Hemingford 45 62 Morrill 57 40 Panhandle Conference Crawford 68 71 Bayard 33 78 Harrison 51 50 Sidney St. Pat's 53 72 Rushville 44 62 Hay Springs 60 54 Minitare 44 50 Districts Potter 41 56 Freshman Team Members (Front row, left to right) Jim Podhaisky, Bob Placek, Ralph Essay. (Back row, left to right) Lonnie Steggs, John Kelly. Dave Munger, Vince Sheridan, and Coach Guerra. Sponsor: KCOW Junior High Team Members (Up front) Kyle Saylor and Joe Kunzman. (Back, left to right) Jeff Moran, Pat Colerick, Coach Guerra, Ted Dillon, and Greg Nepper. Tune to 1400 for live coverage of all St. Agnes sporting events.' ’ This Page Sponsored by ELECTRIC HOSE AND RUBBER CO. 762-3255 ROBERT SIMMONS - Plant Manager Crusaders in Action Jim Annable demonstrates perfect form. Mike Parascand concen- trates at the line. Tom Beiber shoots over a Bayard defender. Dan Abbott pulls down the rebound as Bill Kunzman (24) Jeff Egnoske (32) come to the rescue. This Page Sponsored by BEDIENT LITHO Printers 321 W. 3rd 762-5037 and GROSH IRRIGATION Route 2 - Box 79B Irrigation Wells, Western Land Roller Pumps Jim Cyza practices bal- let??? Boys’ Track Coach and the team were up early and ready to go on the bus event. for their track meets. Sponsors: ALLIANCE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT CO. 10th and Flack 762-5010 and ART AND JERRY'S BOOT SHOP 406 Box Butte 762-1725 Eric Martin runs the third leg of the mile relay. Steve is up and out of the blocks quickly for the start of the mile relay. Members of the 1977-78 Boys' track team include: Seniors: Jeff Egnoske, Chris Munger, Steve Heitz, Terry Saylor. Juniors: Dan Abbott (Student Manager), Tom Manning, Eric Martin, Matt Mur- phy , Mike Parascand. Sophomores: Matt Brennan, Jeff Coler- ick, Chuck Essay. Freshman: Dave Munger. 36 Mike Parascand, Matt Brennan, and Jeff Colerick compete in the finals of the high hurdles. Tom Manning qualified for state and took second in triple jump with a leap of 43'6H , but failed to place in the long jump even though he jumped his season best 20'6 . CLARK’S READY-MIX Jim Clark Ownerand 762-3236 This Page Sponsored by: FAMOUS CLOTHING HOUSE 307 Box Butte 762-2061 The track team warms up with frisbee practice. Eric Martin hands off to Matt Mur- phy in the mile relay. Terry Saylor hands off to Jeff Egnoske in the 880 relay. Girls’ Track The 1976-77 Girl's Track Team includes (front row, left to right) Angie Gunia, Erin Kelly, Julie Powell, Coach Happ, Patty Podhai- sky, Lisa Rizzi (Student Manager). (Back row, left to right) Genie Lockridge, Ann Kosmicki, Michelle Hollinrake, Jodene Brennan, Carolyn Kock, and Kay Percival (Student Manager). Jodene Brennan takes the baton from Patty Podhaisky to run the last leg of the Mile Relay. Genie Lockridge ran the 220 and the 880 relay until she was injured at the Panhandle Conference Meet. Freshman, Julie Powell is up and ready to begin the 440 despite catching her foot on a hurdle. relay. 38 Freshman Angie Gunia showed promise as a shot putter. Carolyn Kloch and Genie Lockridge show the teamwork required for winning. Erin Kelly hands off to Michelle Hollinrake in the 880 relay. The St. Agnes Girls' Track Team sent competitors Anne Kosnicki, (440 Relay), Jodene Brennan (440 Yd. Dash, High Jump), Carolyn Kloch (440 Relay, Hurdles), Julie Powell (440 Relay), and Shelly Hollinrake (Alter- nate) to the state meet in North Platte. Carolyn finished 2nd in the Hurdles, setting a new record of 11.2 . Jodene, who also broke the High Jump record with a jump of 5'2 this year, placed 5th in the High Jump with a jump of 5 feet even. The 440 Relay team fin- ished 6th with a time of 51.7 seconds. These eforts gave the St. Agnes Team 14th place overall with 11 points. Jodene Brennan stretches to clear the bar. 39 Golf Bill Kunzman shows his disgust as he misses a putt. Bob Placek lines his shot up. Vince Sheridan - roughing it. Sponsor: BATES-LANDA FUNERAL HOME 1020 W. 10th 762-1755 John Kelly demonstrates perfect form. Members of the 1976-77 Golf Team include: Tom Beiber; letterman, Bill Kunzman; letterman, Jim Annable, Dan Abbott, Chris Brittan, John Kelly; let- termn, Bob Placek; letterman, and Vince Sheridan. Highlights for the St. Agnes golf team were: Second in the Chappell Invitational. Second in the Sidney Golf Invitational. First in their own invitational. Second in the C-4 District Golf Championship. And Eighth in the State Golf Meet. Jim prepares to tee off. ACTIVITIES 77 ACTIVITIES 77 ACTIVITIES 77 ACTIVITIES 77 ACTIVITIES 77 ACTIVITIES 77 ACTIVITIES 77 ACTIVITIES 77 ACTIVITIES 77 INITIATION The Freshmen inform the crowd how much they really love the Seniors. Walking past Alliance High was humiliating but what about their adventures with the light poles on the Butte? The Senior girls fix the goodies. Mr. and Miss Fresh- man Lonnie and Kris. Brian Bishop, C'mon Kris give Ralph a big kiss! ” •F A Carol Sheridan gets a Big Welcome into St. Agnes from Dave Munger. This Page Sponsored by pjZZA HUT, the DAIRY QUEEN, and B AND D MINI GOLF The Freshmen experience their first High School Dance. THANK YOU DANCE Popeye and Olive With true generosity, the Freshmen forgave the Seniors for putting them through several hours of sheer terror with their annual Thank You Dance. The Royalty can- didates were announced as Anne Kosmicki, Jodene Brennan, Carolyn Kloch, Jeff Egnoske, Steve Heitz, and Larry Powell. Chosen by the Freshmen to represent Popeye and Olive Oyl were Larry and Jodene. Olive was presented with flowers and candy while Popeye received a pipe, a sailor cap, and a can of spinach. 45 This Page Sponsored by WESTERN BEAUTY and ELAINS' ART STUDIO HOMECOMING 1976 46 This Page Sponsored by McCARROLL'S MOTEL 762-3680 and ED’S USED CARS 762-3931 Homecoming Week 1976 starred on Sun- day, October 3, with each class decorat- ing their room. On Monday the Martian Freshmen beep-beeped their way through the halls. Tuesday, the Sophomores water-bombed the Bobcat bad guy, and the Crusader supponers voted on the best- decorated room. Wednesday dawned cold and wet but the undaunted Juniors caged every Bobcat in sight. On Thursday the Seniors mourned the death of Ford Hem- ing with a memorial service and funeral. The football game turned into a lop- sided 44-13 upset victory over Hem- ingford for SAA. The Homecoming dance, sponsored by the A-Club, was held in the Lyceum with Crazy Louie” providing the music. The traditional burning of the A was held Thursday night with the Seniors win- ning the Spirit Stick. Homecoming Queen candidates were announced as Carolyn Kloch, Michelle Hollinrake, and Patty Weare. On Friday Hush Day was held with Jeff Egnoske named Mr. Irresistible. Homecoming Queen Patty Weare was presented along with her 1st Attendant Michelle and 2nd Attendant Carolyn. This Page Sponsored by SIMONSON’S SPORTING GOODS. 113 W. 3rd St. 762-2930 Service Is Our Business 47 PEP CLUB FORMAL Despite the early hour, the girls are The table committee finishes pomping the POOF! hard at work. Entertainment was provided by the band Woodrose. MAGIC MAN’’ The Royalty was escorted by Pep Club Offi- cers. From left to right, they are: Secretary Maureen Morrill, 2nd Attendant Terry Say- lor, King Larry Powell, President Mary Lockridge, 1st Attendant Mark Erickson, and Yell Leader Julie Podhaisky. This Page Sponsored by ALLIANCE CONSUMERS COOP 724W. 3rd 762-4743 VALENTINE’S DANCE Susie Manning, Nancy Friemuth, Chuck Essay, and Dean Retke get involved in decorating. The theme for the Sophomore-sponsored Valentine's Chris Brittan makes sure the decorations will stay put. The Valentine Royalty were chosen from characters out of Alice in Wonder- land. They include: King and Queen of Hearts, Jeff Egnoske and Anne Kosmicki; Alice and the Mad Hatter, Nancy Powell and Matt Murphy: Tweedledum and Tweedledee, Lonnie Steggs and Renee Farri. ST. PAT’S DANCE Dance was Dream On. Sponsor: DAYLIGHT DONUTS 314 Box Butte 762-3410 This year a St. Pat's Dance was spon- sored by the Freshmen. King and Queen, chosen from the entire high school student body, were Jim Cyza and Mary Essay. Sponsor: POLLOCK'S TEXACO 324 E. 3rd. 762-5430 JUNIOR-SENIOR PROM Mass Banquet Sponsor: NILE VALLEY FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION 216 E. 3rd 762-5757 Steve, Tom, Bill, and Mark gather around the altar. Mass was, More Than a Feeling. ” Senior Class President Brian Bishop says fare- well. The Juniors even provided water facilities at Prom. Sponsor: BUCHFINCK'S INSURANCE ARTHUR H. BUCHFINCK and MARVIN BOWHAY 214 W. 3rd 50 Prom Mass at Communion time - Pass It On.” Elise puts flowers-a- float. MORE THAN A FEELING Sponsor: GENE'S PHARMACY 914 W. lOih 762-4475 24 hr. Prescription Service Long Distance, provided music for the evening. 1977 Prom Royalty (Left to right) Elise Kosmicki, Paul McCune, second attendant; Nancy Powell, Terry Saylor, first attendant; Mary Essay, Pat Mattews, King; Michelle Hollinrake, queen; Matt Murphy: Patty Weare, first attendant, Mike Parascand; Mary Lockridge, second attendant; Jim Annable. Sponsor: KANSAS-NEBRASKA NATURAL GAS CO. 224 Black Hills 762-5777 Couples anxiously await the next dance. 51 PEP CLUB £ ft 5 A 0 o A rt 0 Pep Club Members are (First Row, left to right): Cheerleaders Kay Percival, Erin Kelly, Molly Bauman, Carolyn Kloch, Michelle Coble, Jodene Brennan, and Anne Kosmicki. (2nd Row, left to right) Kelly Saylor, Maggie Weare, Cindy Reynolds, Jean Sherlock, Kelly Englehaupt, Renee Farritor, Theresa Curtis, Angie Gunia, Jane Kunzman, and Julie Powell. (3rd Row, left to right) Sue Manion, Patty Weare, Julie Kunzman, Gina Sheridan, Susie Manning, Trish Kunzman, Kris Abbott, and Patty Podhaisky. (4th Row, left to right) President Mary Lockridge, Yell Leader Julie Podhaisky, Secretary Maureen Morrill, Treasurer Genie Lockridge, Vice-President Carol Rader, Linda Miskimen, Elise Kosmicki, Nancy Powell, Carol Sheridan, Mary Essay, and Cari Weber. Missing are: Lisa Rizzi and Varsity Cheerleader Michelle Hollinrake. The Pep Club anxiously awaits the beginning of the Hay Springs football game. WE GOT i SSPIRITc III I I' 52 ____________V It Shown waiting on customers in the Pep Club concession stand are Patty Weare, Michelle Coble, and Elise Kosmicki. This Page Sponsored by LAMBERT BUILDING CENTER 762-2827 and SWEETBRIAR’S Junior and Misses Styles Varsity Cheerleaders are (Bottom Row): Michelle Coble and Carolyn Kloch. (Top Row) Anne Kosmicki, Jodene Brennan, and Michelle Hol- linrake. This Page Sponsored by THE SEWING CENTER 315 Box Butte 762-3810 Ah, sweet victory! Take that Hemingford! The squad formed this pyramid at an outdoor Pep Rally. Cari Weber and Caro- This Page Sponsored by COUNTRY CRAFTS 301 W. 3rd 762-2015 President Mary directs a Pep Club meeting. Reserve Cheerleaders are (Bottom): Molly Bau- man, (Middle) Kay Percival, (Top) Erin Kelly, and Sandi Kunzman. 53 GIRLS’ ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION A-CLUB Members of the GAA Club are (1st row, left to right) Carolyn Kloch, President Patty Weare, Shelly Hol- linrake, Vice-President Jodene Brennan, Anne Kos- micki. (2nd row) Nancy Powell, Secretary-Treasurer Mary Essay, Genie Lockridge. Patty Podhaisky, Erin Kelly, Sandi Kunzman. (3rd row) Nancy Freimuth, Molly Bauman, Kay Percival, Susan Manning. (4th row) Jane Kunzman, Theresa Curtis, Renee Farritor, Sponsor Miss Happ, Kris Abbott, Julie Powell, and Angia Gunia. A-Club members are (1st row, left to right) Secretary Steve Heitz, Vice-Presi- dent Mark Erickson, Treasurer Brian Bishop, and President Larry Powell, Paul McCune, Pat Matthews, Jim Annable, Terry Saylor, Jeff Egnoske, Matt Bren- nan, Tom Beiber, Mike Parascand, Jeff Colerick, Tim Curtis, Paul Whartman, Matt Murphy, Jim Cyza, Chris Munger, Eric Martin, Tim Moran, and Dan Abbott. Missing is Bill Kunzman. Sponsor is Coach Greenlee. This Page Sponsored by: NEIL’S TRUCK SERVICE INC. 414 Black Hills 762-330- and DON’S CAFE 218 W. 3rd Street NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY National Honor Society members are (front row, left to right) Anne Kosmicki, Vice-Presi- dent Julie Podhaisky, Secretary Patty Weare, Gina Sheridan, Lisa Rizzi. and President Larry Powell. Thirteen newly inducted members are Dan raHL Murphy, Nancy Powell, Julie Kunzman, Carol Sheridan, Maureen Morrill, Carolyn Kloch, Elise Kosmicki, Mary Essay, Matt Murphy, Jim j Annable, Mike Parascand. Jim Cyza, and Mary Lockridge. Sponsor is Father Faesser. The induction ceremony began with a salute to the flag. Anne Kosmicki lights the candle repre- senting leadership. A reception was served by the Home School Association in the church basement. HARRIS’S DEE-LITE BAKERY 762-1596 JOHN’S SHOE SHOP GEORGE KOCHIRAS-Owner 1977 CRUSADER” STAFF Twenty-one of the High School stu- dents helped put the 1977 Crusader together. Shown here are Patty Weare, Business Manager Julie Kunzman, Editor Lisa Rizzi, Busi- ness Manager Gina Sheridan, Dan Murphy, Tricia Kunzman, Kay Per- cival, Jeff Egnoske, Carolyn Kloch, Jean Sherlock, Carol Sheridan, Sue Manion, Steve Heitz, and Terry Saylor. Not present for the picture was Senior Michelle Coble, and Jun- iors Maureen Morrill, Carol Rader, Linda Miskimen, and Freshmen Kris Abbott, Theresa Cunis, and Renee Farritor. Each page pertaining to a cenain class was put together by a member of that class. A 35mm camera was donated to the staff by Mr. Shea, it was used for group and sports pictures. Junior Editor Maureen Morrill plans the Junior Retreat page. Freshman Kris Abbott helped caption many of the annual pictures. Sponsor: ALLIANCE MOBILE HOMES 815 Flack Avenue 762-1222 56 SODALITY THE MAY CROWNING The St. Agnes Sodality of the Blessed Virgin Mary includes Tricia Kunzman, Carol Rader, Treasurer Mary Essay, Perfect Mary Lock- ridge, Kris Abbott, Secretary Patty Weare, Angie Gunia, Nancy Beiber, John Hoffman, Vice Prefect Tom Manning, Maureen Mor- rill, Cindy Reynolds, Kelly Englehaupt, Jim Podhaisky, Gloria Requejo, Ralph Essay, John Kelly, Linda Miskimen, Erin Kelly, Gina Sheridan, Genie Lockridge, and Bob Placek. Sponsor, is Sr. Emilia. The traditional May Crowning of Mary was held at Holy Rosary Church on May 4, 1977. Participants included the Senior and Junior High students from St. Agnes, the C.C.D. classes, and the First Communicants. The ceremony opened with a living rosary candle light service formed around the church. Mary was crowned by May Queen Mary Ann Essay and Benediction was held afterwards. 57 MUSIC AND BAND Laurie Stafford and Joe Kunzman repre- sented Mary and Joseph. The Christmas Program The Music and Speech Departments, along with the Junior High, pre- sented their Christmas Program in December. Angels were portrayed by Susie Martin and Pam Gunia. 38 Shown performing at the Spring Concert are (first row. left to right) Carol Sheridan, Gina Sheridan, Carol Rader, Mary Lockridge, Shelly Hol- linrake, Kay Percival, Linda Miskimen, and Alma Kulas. (Second row, left to right) Carolyn Kloch, Mary Essay, Elise Kosmicki, Maureen Morrill, Anne Kosmicki, Genie Lockridge, Nancy Pow- ell, and Julie Podhaisky. (Third row, left to right) Jeff Egnoske, Terry Saylor, Brian Bishop, Matt Murphy, and Pat Matthews. Missing is Jodene Brennan. Members of A” Band are Gina Sheridan, Jane Kunzman, Elise Kosmicki, Carol Sheridan, Nancy Powell, Linda Miskimen, Renee Farritor, Jim Podhaisky, Pam Kir- chner, Cari Weber, Patty Podhai- sky, Vince Sheridan, and Mike Parascand. Members of ”B Band are Andrea Gerdes, Jenny Saylor, Deana Hess, Tracy Sherlock, Maureen Kunzman, Jenny Egnoske, Danny Stafford, Pam Gunia, Jeff Moran, Don Reynolds, Kyle Saylor, Ted Dillon, Laurie Stafford, Laura Gunia, and Greg Nepper. The Girls' Triple Trio are Julie Podhai- sky, Nancy Powell, Cari Weber, Anne Kosmicki, Genie Lockridge, Maureen Morrill, Carolyn Koch, Mary Essay, and Elise Kosmicki. The Girls' Trio earned the title Star of Stars at the Kiwanis Stars of Tomorrow Contest. They are Mary Essay, Maureen Morrill, and Nancy Powell. 59 SPEECH AND DRAMA THESPIAN TROUPE 2274 Members include (back row, left to right) Julie Podhaisky, Paul McCune, Patty Podhaisky. (Middle) Jim Podhaisky, Molly Bauman, Erin Kelly, Sponsor; Janet Clarke. (Front row) Officers: Vice-President Mau- reen Morrill; President, Elise Kos- micki; Secretary, Nancy Powell; and Treasurer, Chris Brittan. Thespians anxiously await initiation. This year, several St. Agnes students became offi- cial members of the International Thespian Club. Two initiations were held. The first, inducted Julie Podhaisky, Paul McCune, Patty Podhaisky, Jim Podhaisky, Molly Bauman, Erin Kelly, Chris Brittan, Nancy Powell, Elise Kosmicki, and Mau- reen Morrill as members. These students were ini- tiated by the Alliance High Thespian officers, Amy Youngman, Jim Lewis, and Jane Green. The second initiation inducted Mark Brittan, and Matt Murphy as members. At this initiation, the 1977- 78 officers were installed. Erin Kelly signs the Thespian Charter. Of' Jim Lewis, Vice-President of Alliance High's Thespian Troupe initiates Maureen Morrill. Sponsor: THE GUARDIAN STATE BANK AND TRUST COMPANY Speech Team members are (first row, left to right) Paul McCune, Maureen Mor- rill, Julie Podhaisky, Patty Podhaisky, Jim Podhaisky. (2nd row) Kelly Engle- haupt, Matt Murphy, Gina Sheridan, Nancy Powell, Mark Rizzi, Elise Kos- micki, Tricia Kunzman, Mrs. Janet Clarke. (3rd row) Chuck Essay, Carol Sher- idan, Molly Bauman, and Jeff Colerick. Kneeling are Ralph Essay and Nancy Freimuth. Get off my table!” Paul McCune and Maureen Morrill practice Duet Acting. The St. Agnes Speech Team won many honors and awards this year. Participants and their categories include: One Act Play: Maureen Morrill, Paul McCune, Julie, Patty., and Jim Podhaisky. The play earned first place at Districts. Duet Acting: Paul McCune and Maureen Mor- rill. Oral Interpretation of Drama: Julie Podhai- sky , Elise Kosmicki, Mark Rizzi, and Matt Murphy. Informative: Chuck Essay, Mark Rizzi, Tricia Kunzman, and Nancy Powell. Prose: Maureen Morrill, Julie Podhaisky, Jim Podhaisky, Jeff Colerick, and Carol Sheri- dan. Poetry: Maureen Morrill, Julie and Patty Podhaisky, and Nancy Freimuth. After Dinner Speaking: Patty and Jim Podhai- sky, and Jeff Colerick. Oratory: Tricia Kunzman, Kelly Englehaupt, Molly Bauman, and Gina Sheridan. St. Agnes placed 3rd at Districts, qualifying 7 for state competition. The Duet Acting Team, The Oral Interp. of Drama Team, Julie Podhaisky in Prose, and Mark Rizzi in Informative qualified out did not place. Mau- reen Morrill placed 5th in Poetry and Patty Podhaisky placed 4th in After Dinner Speak- ing to give the team 6th place in the state out of 102 schools entered. SENIOR RETREAT We'll just say that we've been to the mountains. Jeff, Chris, and Pat get involved in a bubble-blowing contest. Pat was the winner. Senior girls attending the retreat were Julie Kunzman, Anne Kosmicki, Julie Podhaisky, Jodene Brennan, Michelle Coble, Gina Sheridan, Carolyn Kloch, and Lisa Rizzi. Retreat masters for the three-day event were (left to right) Don Brownstein, Mike Tovrea, Jerry Shea, Father Roger Mollison, A1 Salizar, Eileen Gallagher, Tony Tovrea, and Joanine Holstein. The Chapel on the Rock This Page Sponsored by: and The fireplace was the scene of group discussion on cold, windy nights. 62 RHOADS 323 Box Butte THE JEANIEST PLACE 113H W. 3rd Winner of the girls' bubble-blowing contest was Anne Kosmicki. Her prize was a kiss from Mike and Tony Tovrea. Senior boys attending the retreat were Steve Heitz, Jeff Egnoske, Pat Matthews, Bill Kunzman, Brian Bishop, Chris Munger, and up front, Paul McCune. A1 and Tony lead the singing. Paul and Brian - hunting GRIZZ. Sponsor: BR1TTAN INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. 304 Niobrara 762-2244 63 JUNIOR RETREAT Smile! You're on Candid Camera. Fathers Kottas and Art share Mass. Father passes the cup. Cari uses her low gravitational pull to pick up a pack of ciga- This Page Sponsored by: reties. 64 ALLIANCE WRECKING AND SALVAGE CO. New Windshields Installed Free Glass Estimates 923 W. 3rd Street Peace My Friends. and DON'S LIQUOR 503 E. 3rd 762-1436 SOPHOMORE RETREAT Some of the activities the Sophomores partic- ipated in while on retreat at the Manning Ranch were group discussions and Mass. The retreat was conducted by Father James Mur- phy. The Freshman retreat was held at St. Agnes with students from C.C D. classes also partic- ipating. Their activities made for a day of fun and learning. Sponsor: ART AND JERRY’S BOOT SHOP 406 Box Butte 65 PICTURE HANGING AND GRADUATION As the Seniors marched into the church each girl placed a pink rose into the vases held by altar boys Dan Abbott and Mike Parascand. HOUSE OF PHOTOGRAPHY Does everybody remember who they stand by?” Some are happy that the year is over, some are sad. Senior boys bring their gowns in Rejoice! We finally made it! 401 Emerson Julie Podhaisky prepares to give a reading. Susan Manion receives her diploma from Father Harr. Sr. Bertrand was an honor guest at gradu- ation ceremonies as the Seniors were her last 8th grade class. 67 HONORS 77 HONORS 77 HONORS 77 HONORS 77 HONORS 77 HONORS 77 HONORS 77 HONORS 77 HONORS 77 Scholarships Patty Weare and Paul McCune were the top two seniors of 1977. Patty Weare Regents Scholarship State College Trustee Creighton Paul McCune Elks Scholarship UNL Agriculture Scholarship Julie Podhaisky Doane College Regis College Larry Powell Student Council Scholarship South Dakota School of Mines Gina Sheridan College of St. Mary's in Omaha Dan Murphy Ressegieu Foundation Scholarship Chris M unger Doane College Carolyn Kloch Doane College Julie Kunzman Doane College Lisa Rizzi Student Council Scholarship Monsignor McDonald Awards to Seniors include: Patty Weare Patty Weare Mike Kelly Julie Kunzman Anne Kosmicki Lisa Rizzi Dan Murphy Julie Podhaisky Larry Powell Anne Kosmicki Lisa Rizzi Jodene Brennan Larry Powell Paul McCune Science Math English Bookkeeping Bookkeeping Commercial History Drama Religion Religion Staff Award Sportsmanship Sportsmanship Language John Essa Irene Burke Irene Burke Irene Burke Pat Colerick Pam Gunia Monsignor McDonald Awards to Eighth Graders Religion Religion English Citizenship Citizenship Achievement 70 Scholastic Honors Scholastic awards went to: Patty Weare, Jim Cyza, and Carol Sheridan, Religion; Patty Weare, Paul McCune and Gina Sheridan, English; Patty Weare, Math; Paul McCune, Dan Murphy, and Larry Powell, Science; Jim Cyza, Eric Martin, History; Chuck Essay, Spanish. Maureen Morrill, Patty Podhaisky, Ralph Essay, speech medals; Paul McCune, Marueen Morrill, Patty Podhaisky, Elise Kosmicki, Matt Murphy, Julie Podhai- sky, and Mark Rizzi, all certificates; Paul McCune, Best Actor; Julie Podhai- sky , Best Actress. Bill Kunzman, Michelle Coble, and Car- olyn Kloch, Art; Julie Kunzman and Gina Sheridan, Annual Staff. DAR History Award went to Pat Colerick. American Legion Citi- zenship Awards went to Pat Col- erick and Jeff Moran. Auxiliary Awards for Citizenship went to Irene Burke and Pam Gunia. Interscholastic Contest certifi- cates went to: Jim Annable, Molly Bauman, Chris Brittan, Jeff Colerick, Jim Cyza, Mary Essay, Ralph Essay, Angie Gunia, Mike Kelly, Julie Kunzman, Linda Miskimen, Dan Murphy, Matt Murphy, Kay Percival, Bob Placek, Jim Podhaisky, Patty Podhaisky, Larry Powell, Paul McCune, Gina Sheridan, Lonnie Steggs, Maggie Weare, Patty Weare, and Paul Whartman. Best Actor - Panhandle Conference NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Seniors: Larry Powell, Patty Weare, Anne Kosmicki, Gina Sheridan, Julie Podhaisky, Lisa Rizzi, Mary Lockridge, Julie Kunzman and Carolyn Kloch. Juniors: Matt Murphy, Jim Cyza, Maureen Morrill, Mike Parascand, Jim Annable, Mary Essay, Elise Kosmicki, Nancy Powell, and Carol Sheridan. 71 Boys' State Candidates include: Jim Annable, Matt Mur- phy, Jim Cyza, Mike Parascand, and Tim Moran. Selected Girls' State Candidates are: Carol Sheridan, was Tim and Matt was alternate. Maureen Morrill, Nancy Powell, Elise Kos- micki, Mary Essay, and Genie Lockridge. Maureen was selected with Mary and Nancy her alternates. FOOTBALL LETTERMEN Tom Beiber, Brian Bishop, Jeff Egnoske, Mark Erickson, Steve Heitz, Bill Kunzman, Pat Mat- thews . Paul McCune, Chris Mun- ger, Larry Powell, Terry Saylor, Dan Abbott, Jim Annable, Mark Brittan, Tim Curtis, Jim Cyza, Tom Manning, Eric Martin, Tim Moran, Matt Murphy, Mike Par- ascand, Pari Whartman, Matt Brennan, Chuch Essay, Jeff Col- erick, Dave Munger, and Lonnie Steggs. Football All Conference Awards went to Brian Bishop, Jim Cyza, Tom Manning, Chris Munger, and Larry Powell. All state Awards went to Brian Bishop and Tom Manning. VOLLEYBALL LETTERMEN Jodene Brennan, Carolyn Kloch, Anne Kosmicki, Patty Weare, Julie Kunzman, Mary Lockridge, Nancy Powell, Mary Essay, Molly Bauman, Erin Kelly, Sandi Kunzman, Sue Manning, Kay Percival, and Patty Podhaisky. All Conference First Team: Jodene Brennan, Carolyn Kloch, and Patty Weare. GIRLS' TRACK LETTERMEN Jodene Brennan, Michelle Hol- linrake, Carolyn Kloch, Anne Kosmicki, Lisa Rizzi, Genie Lockridge, Erin Kelly, Patty Podhaisky, Kay Percival, Angie Gunia, and Julie Powell. GOLF LETTERMEN Tom Beiber, Bill Kunzman, John Kelly, Bob Placek. BASKETBALL LETTERMEN Tom Beiber, Jeff Egnoske, Bill Kunzman, Dan Abbott, Jim Annable, Jim Cyza, Tom Man- ning, Mike Parascand, Mark Brittan, Tim Cunis, Matt Bren- nan, Jeff Colerick, and Jim Burke. All Conference: Tom Beiber. TRACK LETTERMEN Jeff Egnoske, Steve Heitz, Chris Munger, Terry Saylor, Dan Abbott, Tom Manning, Eric Martin, Matt Murphy, Mike Par- ascand , Paul Whartman, Matt Brennan, Jeff Colerick, Chuck Essay, and Dave Munger. : R us A D £ g3 1 72 73 , th and bo Class. the Senior Class of St. Agnes Academy, being of sound mind (?) body, hereby bequeath our last will and testament to the Junior Class. 1. 2-. 3. k- . 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13- 15. 16. 17. 18, 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 2k- 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. Julie Podhaisky and Carolyn Kloch will the Junior girls 2 bottles of 7-up for their next bus trip to Wahoo. Dan Murphy wills his book on Auto Body Repair and Repainting to Tim Curtis. Patty Weare wills her loud r.outh and outgoing talents at flirting with every available male to Cari Weber, and her nose to any Junior who wants to learn how to ski. Larry Powell wills the Hot Pink Mercury to Nancy for next year's use. Carolyn Kloch wills Dan Abbott her legs to help him punt the football more than 5 yards. Chris Munger wills his batman cape to Eric Martin. Michelle Kollinrake wills her bookkeeping grades to Sister Leonita. Jeff Egnoske wills his seat at the head of the table at Martin's Bar- beque to Matt Murphy, and his lifelong friendship with Mike Parascand to Mary Essay. The Senior boys will the Junior beys tl eir thermos oottles and the back of the bus. Lisa Rizzi wills her Betty Crocker Award to Paul Whartman and Mike Parascand, and her railroad cap to Mr. Shea. Mark Erickson wills Linda Miskimen a dace to Homecoming next year, and a box of Kleenex for her next party. Jodene Brennan wills her smile to Jim Anna le. Terry Saylor wills his priesthood to Tom Manning. Michelle Coble wills all her John Denver albums to Paul Whartman, and her little missiles nickname to Genie Lockridge. The Seniors will Carol Rader a boyfriend of her own. Julie Kunzman wills her loud mouth to Jim Cyza. Bill Kunzman wills his comb to Mark 3rittan. Gina Sheridan w'11s her ability to keep her temper in class to her sister. Pat Matthews wills his tardiness to the Junior ooys, arxi quickness and fleet feet to Jim Cyza. Tom Beiber wills the locker room to Tim Moran. The Senior Class wills a c artoon spot entitled Space Ghost to Nancy Powell. Brian Bishop and Paul McCune will their talent at the quarterback sneak to Tim Curtis and Jim Annable. Steve Heitz wills iis clean and managable hair to Carol Sheridan, and a change of clothes to Mark Brittan. Mary Lockridge wills Sister Genie her sane mind. The Seniors in tripple trio will Maureen Morrill a map from SAa to the Presbyterian Church. Paul McCune wills Tim Moran his ability to swim in pools without water And his Senior basketball season to Tom Manning. Anne Kosmicki wills her supply of spanky oris co Gloria Requejo. Sue Manion wills her ability to hold her liquor to Elise Kosmicki. Mike Kelly wills to the Junior Class absolutely nothing, to ce divided equally among all members. p H t C The Junior Class would like to t? :his opportunity to predict the 'uture of each member of the Senior Class.' PATTY WEARE will join the Navy and oecome a rSaylor. 2. In ten years, STEVE 'SITZ, finding him- self unable to make the last payment on his pickup, wi; ''commit suicide by jumping from the cab. 3. JliLIE PQDEAISKY 'will be accidentally shot in the woods having been tragically .staken for a rare pink screech owl. i|_. MIKE KELLY will go rto college where he will major in debate. His deoate partner ill be Father Art and they will debate on such topics as Do we really exist? 5. CAROLYN KLOCH will enter the 1980 Olympics in (the wieght lifting competition. Her winning lift will oe a 170 lb. hod. 6. LARRY POWELL will sell his Pink Bomb and use the money to fopen a singles only movie theatre. 7. GINA SLERIDAN will oecome a [concert flutist and appear weekly at Carnegie Hall. However she will disappear mysteriously when swept off her Katt by an u 'identified U- Haul man. 8. PAUL MeCUKE will go on to win the killer Award at the 1980 Olympics in the dry pool swimming competition. Upon nis return to the U.S.A. he will take over the coaching assignment at St. Agnes and hire coach Greenlee as his assistant. 9. SUE 1IANI0N will oecome- a publisher of love stories. She will write more than 500 romance inovels cased on her own life experiences. 10. DAN MURPHY will oecome famous for inventing the no-leak fountain pen that does not leak on .your hands. 11. HICI ELLZ C03LE will enter the John Denver look-alike contest and lose. 12. CHRIS HUNGER will become a movie star. His kfirst starint role will be as ’.vender Hunger 'in tne movie The Caped Crusader. In it he will find His true love. 13. ANNE XGSMICKI will oe instrumental in cl anging the laws allowing ilergymen to marry. She will then marry a Bishop. IZ4.. MARK ERICKSON will become a rock star. His first gold record will be entitled Riding in a Furniture Truck, Smoking and Drinking, Oh Yeah. 15. LISA RIZZI will oecome rich and fa ous Journalist. Her first published story will be 50 ways to ditch a blue Vega. 16. BRIAN 3I3H0P will team up with Bigfoct , and together they will become the worli tag team champions. 17. MARY LOCKRIDGS will necome wild and wooly horse trainer and win the Bellnont Stakes with her tamed horse Kelly. 18. JEFF EGKOSKS will open up a wild life refuge for coots. He will marry a female coot and establish Residence at Sewer Lake. 19. After graduation from 3AA, JCDENE BRENNAN will go on to Sesame Street and oecome the Alphaoet Kid. 20. PAT MATTHEWS will come out first in ti e 19c0 Olympics in tne rMonathon. 21. JILIE KUNuMAH will replace Carol xiunzman with her gossip column Dear Gabby.'1 22. TERRY SAYLOR will also join the fNavy, but growing tired of the wild living, he will oecome ■''REARED. 23. BILL KUN K-Jf will follow in his mom's footsteps and sing in (church. Yes, he will oecome a famous Vogalist. 2l .. TJM 3EI3ER will go on to college to study alley racing. His major will oe in trash cans and gas meters. 25. MICHELLE EGLLINRAKS will marry Mark and open a Locker Room F-ctor . Later, they will retire and live happily ever aft 77 This particular picture will always mean some- thing to those of us who have passed through these doors so many times. For us, St. Agnes Academy will always stand for something great. 78 Howard’s and Lenla’s Lenla’s Style Shop Ladies', Children's and Infants’ Wear Hatch Walgreen Agency 402 Box Butte Radio Shack Coast To Coast Stores Everything for the home, farm, and garden. 324 Box Butte 762-4777 Alliance, Nebraska Betty’s Fashions 424 Box Butte 762-5144 Holsien’s Rexall Drug 316 Box Butte 762-1150 Thiele Drills 304 Box Butte 762-4033 Nebraska Typewriter and Equipment 206 Box Butte 762-3675 Thiele Jewelry Watches, Crystal and Jewelry 762-3901 Senior Class of 1977 79 Q bCrrr? JJlSU f Xj '- Uy riX f ' rl ' GjUJULBAr y J KjLtip zyrnjiJLii - ■ - t— o Patrons Dr. Robert Bowen 823 E. 3rd Street Dr. Raymond Olson 2107 Box Butte Dr. Keith Bowen Dr. R. Dietrich 823 E. 3rd Street Sucgang Building Dr. James Kennedy 916 W. 10th Street Dr. B. D. Forney Seng Building Dr. D. Wilkinson Dr. B. G. Bauman 2107 Box Butte 916 W. 10th Street Frontier Motel 1100 W. 3rd Street The Editors and Staff of the 1977 Crusader wish to thank the many area advertisers for their patronage and a special thanks to the Alliance Times Herald for providing some of the sports pictures. 80 CRUSADER 77 CRUSADER 77 CRUSADER 77 CRUSADER 77 CRUSADER 77 CRUSADER 77 CRUSADER 77 CRUSADER 77 CRUSADER 77