Thomas Hart Academy - Hornet Yearbook (Hartsville, SC)

Text from Pages 1 - 96 of the 1980 volume:

the 1980 Hornet Thomas E. Hart Academy Hartsville, South Carolina 29550 Wanda Henderson, Editor Beth Snipes, Asst. Editor Barbara Roseveare, Asst. Editor Robby Wallace, Photographer Margaret Cox, Business Manager Lou S. Gardner, Advisor ro I CD n CD 3 mm Lfil We started with one main building And then we built a gym. But now we have a football field And players who never yield. But one thing we must remember Is that everything changes in time. Yes — People, faces and places They fade but leave their traces. It's been a great ten years They are captured on every page. There could be no clearer explanation For distinction comes with age! 3 Time With Friends . Happy memories Always late for class . Reading, 'riting, 'rithmetic Trading secrets . 4 Actually enjoying school?! Cute faces Always and forever Detention hall Everyone's chance to be himself Mostly fun Years to treasure, forever! 7 Stacie Williams, Homecoming Queen Students Select Stacie 10 Stacie Williams was crowned Homecoming Queen at halftime of the THA-Long Cane football game on October 12. Elected by popular vote of students in grades 8-12, Stacie was chosen from a slate of eight senior girls. A newcomer to THA in her ju- nior year, Stacie found a place for herself in the hearts of all those around her. In addition to adding a permanent smile to the hallways of our school, she is an active par- ticipant in volleyball, basketball, and tennis. Stacie was also a foot- ball team manager in 78-79. Stacie is a well-rounded indi- vidual. She enjoys singing and contributed her talent at the home football games by singing the National Anthem. She also has made an effort to renew student interest in the Alma Mater by teaching and leading the students in the singing of our Alma Mater during pep rallies and assemblies. Stacie is a caring and gentle per- son, who loves people as well as her pets. Her varied assortment of pets includes: Babe, a baby bull, and Dusty, a cocker spaniel. Queen Stacie Williams, in two short years, has adopted Harts- ville and THA as her own. Her rel- atives, friends and classmates seem to feel the same about her. The words of Announcer Robert Pitts during the crowning cere- monies at halftime could have been those of any of us at THA. In a voice filled with pride, he said, And now the Homecoming Queen for 1979-80, who is also one of my own daughters, is Sta- cie Williams. Congratulations, Sta- cie, we are proud of you and we love you! Pam Bateman First Runner-Up Celeste Coker Second Runner-Up The winners and escorts: Keith Hulsey, Pam Bateman, Dane Outlaw, Queen, Stacie Williams, Van Shaw, Celeste Coker Homecoming Court and Escorts: Dane Outlaw, Stacie Williams, Keith Hulsey, Pam Bateman, Van Shaw, Celeste Coker, Chip Lee, Linda Morris, Robby Wallace, Myra Hudson, Bert Kelley, Beth Snipes, David Hodge, Wanda Henderson, Carter Howard, Ann Bryant. Class Representatives and Escorts: James Redfearn, Rhonda Ted- der, Joe Blackmon, Laurie Shepherd, Donnie Bateman, Mary Lynn Threatt. Senior Sponsors: Angela Edwards for Lee Gibson, Sandy Thompson for Duffy Scarborough, Linda Morris for Greg Outlaw, Regina Houck for Mark Ray, Karen Morris for Lawrence Lowe, Renee Cooley for Butch Williams, Kim King for Howard Coker. 11 Angie Bateman Crowned Miss Hornet During halftime at the Richard Winn game on September 7, 1979, Angie Bateman was crowned Miss Hornet. Angie earned her crown by selling more booster club tickets than any of the other eight candidates. First runner-up was Margaret Cox and Renee Cooley was second runner-up. Other contestants were Danette Yarborough, Shawn Tedder, Angela Andrews, Beth Gibson, and Barbara Roseveare. The Miss Hornet contestants sold a total of 306 season tickets for a re- cord-breaking sale of $4596. Angie sold 80, Margaret sold 64, and Renee sold 56. Angie, a petite blue-eyed blonde, serves on the annual staff, is a mem- ber of the volleyball team, and is manager of the varsity basketball team. She enjoys skating, dancing, going to the races, and talking on the telephone'. CONGRATULATIONS, ANGIE! L. to R: Beth Gibson escorted by Joe Horne, Angela Andrews escorted by Hugh Walters, Barbara Roseveare escorted by Norman Threatt, Renee Cooley escorted by Keith Hulsey, Danette Yarborough escorted by Hal Burch, Angie Bateman escorted by Hal Goodson, Margaret Cox escorted by Billy Pepper, Shawn Tedder escorted by David Atkinson Miss Hornet and her court: Renee Cooley with Keith Hulsey; Angie Bateman with Hal Goodson; and Margaret Cox with Billy Pep- per. 13 Administration And Board Direct School Policy Craig Smith, Headmaster Mr. Smith keeps the school running smoothly day- to-day. He is active in the student life; and he teaches and coaches. He graduated from the College of Woos- ter in Ohio, and received his M. Ed. from Millersville State College in Pa. The coordinators, Lou Gardner and Mary Baird, serve as communicators between the headmaster and teach- ers. Lou Gardner is also the Dean of Students. She works closely with the headmaster in all administrative areas. Mrs. Bateman, as school secretary and bookkeeper, serves as banker for many organizations, and helps take care of minor injuries and problems. 14 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Byron D. Green, Jr., President W. Arnold Bryant, Treasurer Craig D. Smith, Sec. Jane S. Easterling Lee H. Hicks Annette G. King Lewis Reep (Not pictured:) Jim Cox, V. President Charles W. Coker, Jr. Dr. M.B. Nickles, Jr. Mary G. Baird, Coordinator Doris M. Bateman, Secretary Lou S. Gardner, Dean of Students and Coordinator Thomas Hart Academy was found- ed in 1970. Starting as a dream in the minds of a few people, this school soon grew to a reality with students, a building, and a reputation for ex- cellence all over the state. Hoyt Kelley donated the land for the academic building and campus. In the fall of 1970, after a frantic sum- mer of construction, the first school year opened with classes for grades 1-12. In the winter of 1970, official ceremonies were held, dedicating Thomas Hart Academy to the edu- cation of youth. The firm and steadfast leadership of the first Board of Directors, with President Allen Brock, V.P. Robert Pitts, Sec. Ann Cettys and Treas. Er- nest Sullivan, set the pace for the new school. Headmaster Joseph B. Allen, a highly qualified administra- tor and educator, led the way in es- tablishing a superior academic pro- gram designed to meet the needs of the students. In a very short time, Thomas Hart was a recognized and respected academic institution throughout the state. Credit also goes to the hundreds of parents and friends who supported THA in her early years with their talents, their sweat and labor, and their money. In 1971 a kindergarten program was added to the schedule. In 1972 construction was begun on the gym- nasium — the second building in the school plant. This new building housed the lunchroom and five ad- ditional classrooms besides the ath- letic locker rooms and basketball court. In 1974, a football program was ad- ded to the other athletic activities, and soccer was discontinued. Again, parent volunteers and boosters bent their backs and opened their pock- etbooks to produce one of the finest football fields in the area. On the night of the first kickoff on this new field, there were many proud hearts and happy faces as the realization of another dream came true. In 1978, Craig Smith took over as headmaster, coming to THA from Clarendon Hall Academy. He has dedicated himself to continuing the traditions of THA, and working to make our school a bigger and better place. 15 SARAH M. PENNINGTON B.A. Coker College Kindergarten BETH BLACKMON BROWN B.A. Coker College First Grade MARY SEGARS CAULK B.A. Campbell College Second Grade BETTY Y. SULLIVAN Tift College Coker College Third Grade BETTY COWARD B.S. Winthrop College Elementary Science LANA W. CAUSEY Coker College Elementary English MARY G. BAIRD Limestone College Elementary JENNY NICHOLS B.A. Columbia College Elementary Social Studies 16 LINDA S. EDWARDS B.A. Coker College Vocabulary Language Arts PAULA W. DAVIS B.S. Richmond Professional Institute High School Math ROSE B. ROSEVEARE B.S. Coker College High School Science ELLEN WINBURN B.A. Francis Marion College High School Language Arts SHEILA McWATERS WOODY C. BARFIELD B.S. -Coker College 8.S. University of S.C. Science High School History LAURA G. HANCOCK B.S. Columbia College Study Halls Office Assistant LOU S. GARDNER B.A. Coker College Typing, Accounting Kindergarten !g� X� v Stephen Byrd Aimee Cox Carmen Cromartie Harris DeLoach Windi Dempsey Joseph Elmore Wendy Howard Sharon Johnson Jason Jones Ryan Jordan Chris Lee Kelly Lide Merri Shannon Lunn Michelle O'Bannon Kelly Roscoe Wyeth Ruthven Rosemary Sullivan Kevin Sumner Jay Wall Tonya Williamson 18 First Grade April Smith Kenneth Stewart Nancy Vrooman Kari Wheeler Stephanie Wright 19 20 Second Grade Gretchen Barfield Stacey Campbell Matt Carpenter Betsy Coward Trey Cox Candy Dempsey Carmen Edwards Dubby Freeman Tommy Heath Missy Manning Kevin Morris Jane Paine Billy Rolfe Sharon Traylor Stephanie Blackwell Jennifer Dawkins Bill Dempsey Chad Fink Scott Hall Hal Johnson Janie Moore Candy Pope Shannon Watkins Cal Wheeler Elizabeth Ann Williams Jennifer Williams 21 Fourth Grade Stacey Tedder, Treasurer Jeff Robbins Stephanie Byrd Deborah Cox Melanie Galloway Kevin Griggs Gretta Anne Hawkins Will Heath Missy Lloyd Debra McFarland Wendy Plummer Jeffrey Robbins Jamie Snipes Stacey Tedder Bo Wilson 22 Fifth Grade Class Officers: President Lacie Blackman, Vice- President Todd Sansbury, Secretary Darren War- ren, and Treasurer Trey Lane Lacie Blackman Curt Blackmon Mary Bee Collins Kim Cromartie Boyce Francum Richie Galloway Michael Gardner Angela Kelley Hoyt Kelley Trey Lane Hank Lee Jonathan Norwood Todd Sansbury Darren Warren 23 Sixth Grade Class Officers: Treasurer Heidi Wilson, Secretary Kim Griggs, President Christi Barfield, Vice-President Mark Ro- seveare Christi Barfield Greg Brown Ed Coker Fred Estep Craig Gandy Bob Gardner Kim Griggs Tommy Hodge Marty Robbins Mark Roseveare Heidi Wilson 24 Seventh Grade Michelle Campbell Angela Casper Todd Fink Susan Grainger David Hayes Cliff Jones John Lawton Louise Lawton Tracy Lee Karen McFarland Fred Millen Johnnie Moore Bill O'Neal Beth Outlaw Ann Paine Ashley Pitts Gina Poison David Stanton Brian Stewart Terry Wallace Andy Williams Julie Williamson 26 Robin Brand Rhett Gregory Kim Hicks Hinson Hodge Darryl Hudson Otis Joyner Charles Miles Dawn Munn Beth Newsome Sambra Redick Dean Scarborough Beth Stonecypher Todd Talbert Scott Williamson 27 Ninth Grade Rambel Blackman Julie Bryant Teresa Casper Michael Greene Susan Hudson Fuller King Scott Lee Coty McFarland Shawn Tedder Mary Lynne Threatt Phillip Whittle Scott Wilds Shari Williams Artie Yarborough 28 . , 'V • iC ; 3 - 1 A £ %s r - 4: r Class Officers: Treasurer, Shari Williams Vice President, Teresa Casper President, Michael Greene Secretary, Susan Hudson 29 Tenth Grade Test Prayer Now I lay me down to study, I pray the Lord I won't go nutty. And if I fail to learn this junk, I pray the Lord that I won't flunk. But if I do, don't pity me at all. Just lay my bones in the study hall. Tell my teachers I've done my best, Then put my books upon my chest. Now I lay me down to rest. To pray I'll pass tomorrow's test. If I should die before I wake. That's one less test I'll have to take. Angela Andrews Cliff Barfield Emily Burry Renee Cooley Tod Easterling Hope Fowler Bartley Gardner Rob Gardner Beth Gibson David Griggs Bart Pitts Barbara Roseveare Laurie Shepherd Becky Smith Jimmy Stanton Mitch Talbert 31 Eleventh Grade Juniors — Class Rings, Bake Sales, Making Plans, Disagreeing, P-nuts, Jr. Sr. Night, Raffles, Headaches, Lots Of Hard Work, But, Loads Of Fun! Sharon Alexander Angie Bateman Robin Chaplin Margaret Cox Tony Floyd Garrett Gardner Teressa Griggs Joey Hulsey Kim King Randy Lowe John Moyd Will Nickles Sandy Oliver Libby Owens Angie Perdue Becky Reep Dawn Robbins Rhonda Tedder Trent Tedder Raymond Threatt Stephen Threatt Faith Williamson Danette Yarborough 32 Ann Bryant Lee Gibson Celeste Coker Wanda Henderson Pam Bateman Howard Coker Myra Hudson Twelfth Grade Class Officers: Pam Bateman, V-Pres; Lawrence Lowe, Pres.; Ann Bryant, Sec.-Treas, . 'i Lawrence Lowe Linda Morris Greg Outlaw Mark Ray Duffy Scarborough Beth Snipes Robby Wallace Butch Williams Stacie Williams 35 SENIOR SUPERLATIVES MOST POPULAR Celeste Coker and Butch Williams QUIETEST MVra Hudson Lee Gibson MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED Wanda Henderson Mark Ray MOST OUTGOING Ann Bryant Howard Coker FRIENDLIEST Linda Morris and Duffy Scarborough BEST DRESSED Lawrence Lowe BEST DRESSED Stacie Williams MOST SCHOOL SPIRIT Linda Morris and Lawrence Lowe 3 The Hornet Staff Robby, do you think you could possibly take this picture over? One strand of my hair is out of place. Wanda, I'm sorry I haven't done those eight pages, but first tell me: 'What is a cropper? What is a 3-R? Beth, have you seen my pic- tures for the classes? I can't find them! Mrs. Gardner, how can I crop this picture to fit without cutting off his arms and legs? Margaret, how can I sell an ad to that business? They've been closed for six months. Barbara, what do you mean by trapped white space? These remarks, overheard com- ing from members of the annual staff, might give the impression that confusion reigned. But the entire staff, headed by Wanda Henderson and Beth Snipes, worked hard to bring organiza- tion out of chaos and produce this annual, as well as to raise the mon- ey to pay for it. Besides selling ads and patron listings, the staff sold Thomas Hart T-Shirts to supple- ment their yearbook budget. Lou Gardner, sponsor, headed this project, and it was deemed suc- cessful as students and parents alike can be seen wearing the green and white of THA. In September, the job of put- ting together the finished year- book seemed insurmountable. As the year progressed, with frantic last-minute photography sessions, copy-writing at midnight, Sunday afternoons spent drawing layouts and cropping pictures, and the meeting of deadlines, the end be- came a reality. The last deadline was met, and a sigh of relief was expressed. A great feeling of accomplishment was shared by all as the completed Hornet finally emerged. Happy 1979-80 Yearbook to YOU!!! — the staff 3« Editor Wanda Henderson Assistant Editors Beth Snipes Barbara Roseveare Photographer Robby Wallace Business Manager Margaret Cox Advisor Lou Gardner Annual Staff: Kneeling, Robby Wallace, Cliff Barfield, Scott Wilds, Michael Greene, Standing, Angie Bateman, Margaret Cox, Becky Smith, Beth Snipes, Beth Gibson, Wanda Henderson, Emily Burry, Rhonda Tedder, Teressa Griggs, Teresa Casper, Renee Cooley, Julie Bryant, Barbara Roseveare, Rambel Blackman, Shari Williams Typists: Stacie Williams, Linda Morris, Dawn Robbins, Garrett Gardner, Duffy Scarborough, Robby Wallace, Lee Gibson. A special thanks goes to the Typing II class for their part in this yearbook. They typed copy, and then retyped copy and then retyped copy again! We couldn't have done it without you. — the editors 39 Student Council's Active Leadership Is Vital To School Year This year marked the second year of the reestab- lishment of the Student Council. The members worked many hours to firmly establish the Council into an organized club. Mrs. Ginger Manning, sponsor, volunteered many hours working with the Student Council to make plans and implement the programs sponsored by the club. Her efforts were appreciated by the Council members, and her dedication served to make the Student Council a vital, working part of this school year. One of the main objectives this year was to famil- iarize the students with the Thomas Hart Alma Mat- er. This was done by singing the Alma Mater at most of the school assemblies. Other Student Council activities included helping with Ed-OP Day, presenting a Thanksgiving skit, and sponsoring Teacher Appreciation week. The Coun- cil also contributed to the Hart-A-Fair by selling ap- ples. During the entire school year, they brightened the hall of the main building with bulletin boards decorated for the appropriate season. 40 First Row: Secretary-Treasurer Renee Cooley, President Beth Snipes, Vice-President Becky Reep. Second Row: Wanda Hen- derson, Margaret Cox, Emily Burry, Scott Wilds, Beth New- some, Kim Hicks. Third Row: Myra Hudson, Libby Owens, Barbara Roseveare, Michael Greene. 41 42 Wanda Henderson, President of the Senior Beta Club, did a fine job organizing the club this year. Several of the club's members attended the National Beta Club Convention in Columbia. This helped to set a basis for their activities. Sponsoring homecoming and the Christmas pro- gram were two of their main objec- tives. A Christmas program for the student body helped to create the Christmas spirit in everyone's heart. Other activities of the club includ- ed bake sales and selling candy ap- ples to raise money. The club, thanks to the excellent sponsorship given by Mrs. Ellen Winburn, had a suc- cessful year. Senior Beta Club President — Wanda Henderson Vice President — Becky Reep Sec.-Treas. — Libby Owens m Junior Beta Club The Jr. Beta Club adopted as one of their projects, the upkeep of the lunch room. These honor students in grades 7-9 spent their study halls washing the windows and curtains, rearranging the tables and decorating the room for Halloween and other holidays. They also took turns doing the daily cleaning on the days the janitorial service did not come. This service organization under the leadership of the sponsor Mrs. Betty Coward, rendered a great service to the students in making the lunchroom a more attractive and pleasant place to eat. The Jr. Betas also sponsored the Halloween costume contest for grades K-3. For the Christmas program they collected canned goods for needy families. Thanks Jr. Beta Club, the students of THA appreciate your hard work. 43 What Is A Cheerleader? A Cheerleader is ... A girl who loves her school and teams with all her heart — With all her might (24 hours a day) and not just on Friday night. The '79-'80 cheerleaders, with the help of their sponsor, Laura Hancock, have worked hard to boost school spirit at Thomas Hart (and their efforts did not fail). With their pep rallies, skits, and creative ideas they have proven that Hornet spirit is alive and undy- ing at T.H.A. Renee Cooley, Becky Reep, Rhonda Tedder — co- head, Emily Burry, Celeste Coker, Kim King — Head, Dawn Robbins, Teressa Griggs. The Spirit Of Thomas Hart Junior Varsity Cheerleaders This year's junior varsity cheerleaders, with the exception of three freshmen, are a total- ly new group. They've all worked together to help promote the spirit at T.H.A. and to make this their best year ever. Shawn Tedder — Head Rambel Blackmon Shari Williams Ashley Pitis Beth Outlaw Susan Grainger Dawn Munn Beth Stonecypher Paula Davis — Sponsor 45 46 The Dirty Dozen Junior Varsity Football Front row: Fred Millen, John Lawton, Hinson Hodge, Todd Talbert, Tracy Lee, Brian Stewart Back row: Dean Scarborough, Phil Whittle, Artie Yarborough, Fuller King, Scott Lee, Coty McFarland, Coach Craig Smith Numbers played a ma- jor role in the 1979 J.V. season. Only twelve boys came out for the team. In spite of the obvious disad- vantages, however, all twelve boys did play most of every game and there- by gained a lot of exper- ience. Led by Freshmen Scott Lee, Coty McFarland, Phil Whittle, Artie Yarborough and Fuller King, the Dirty Dozen posted a 1-3 re- cord. The opening game at Christian Academy was a defensive battle which looked as though it would end as a scoreless tie. Christian Academy was fi- nally able to score to de- feat THA 6-0. Byrnes Academy had its usual strong team and posted two easy wins over THA, 35-8 and 33-8. The Hor- nets best game was against Clarendon Hall. The 20-0 victory was marked by both a good defense and offense. This year, Scott Lee led the team in scor- ing with 20 points, and Coty McFarland with 14 points. Fuller King and Artie Yarborough played with the varsity for the fi- nal six games of the sea- son. Junior Varsity Scoreboard We 0 They 6 Manning Christian 8 33 Byrnes 20 0 Clarendon Hall 8 35 Byrnes 47 Class A Runner Up Senior Gridders Lead Hornets To State Playoffs Howard Coker Lee Gibson Lawrence Lowe 48 We are the last of the original Hornets .. — Greg Outlaw ... a great time. — Butch Williams We did pretty good. I didn't think we would go this far. — Duffy Scarborough . . . a lot of fun; the team acted as a whole. — Mark Ray ... very rewarding ... a dream come true. We didn't play around, we played football. Wish I had six more years. — Lawrence Lowe All the hard work really paid off ... — Howard Coker It was a thrill to win the Andrew Jackson game and to go on to the State Championship. — Lee Gibson The 1979 Hornet football season will long be remembered as a season of accomplishment. On August 6, as the players began their practice in 90 degree weather, both players and coaches wondered if the effort was worth it. Led by seven seniors, the Mean Green won eight of ten regular season games. Victories in the first three league games led to the first confrontation with Carolina. Through the loss was disheartening, the Hornets knew they could have won. A return encounter in the playoffs was eagerly awaited. With only one conference loss, the Hornets entered the State Playoffs against the undefeated and defending Class A Champions, Andrew Jackson Academy. Though leading most of the time, the Hornets were not assured of the 21-20 victory until the last minute when Andrew Jackson failed in an attempted two-point conversion. The championship game was a rematch against undefeated Carolina Academy. The Hornets were in the lead twice, but were trailing 20-14 in the fourth quarter. The Hornets were held after a long drive, and Carolina Academy capitalized on this with two long touchdown runs. The final 34-14 score did not indicate how close the game was. The Hornets finished as the Class A state runner-up with a 9-3 record. As would be expected, several seniors received post-season recognition. Greg Outlaw was selected to the All- State team. Greg, Butch Williams and Lawrence Lowe were chosen for the All-Star game and Coach Barfield was selected to be on the coaching staff. Duffy Scarborough Lawrence were selected on the Hartsville area All-Star team, while Butch Williams was named the Offensive Player of the Year for the Hartsville area. 51 Courageous Cougars Vs. Wild Women The 1979-80 Powder Puff game hosted Wall's Wild Women vs. the Courageous Cougars at Kellyfield. There was excitement and antici- pation as the two close- ly matched teams met. The first touchdown of the game was an inter- ception made by Stacie Williams and a two point conversion mak- ing the score 8-0. Later in the first half Teressa Griggs scored for the Wild Women making the score 8-6. In the second half both teams played very good de- fense leaving the final score at 8-6 and the Freshman Senior team with the victory! At half-time, Roberta Gardner was crowned Powder Puff Queen by the Junior class spon- sor, Sheila McWaters. Other contestants in- cluded Scarlet Lee, Scottie Wilds, JoAnna Moyd, Tonya Floyd, Leona Tedder, and Bertha Pitts. I to r — 1st row: Sharon Alexander, Teressa Griggs, Dawn Robbins, Robin Chaplin, Kim King. 2nd row: Coach Garrett Gardner, Danette Yarborough, Emily Burry, Laurie Shephard, Faith Williamson, Beth Gibson, Becky Reep. 3rd row: Head Cheerleader John Moyd, Coach Raymond Threatt, Rhonda Tedder, Renee Cooley, Coach Joey Hulsey. I to r — 1st row: Linda Morris, Stacie Williams, Celeste Coker, Ann Bryant. 2nd row: Asst. Coach Mark Ray, Coach Howard Coker, Shari Williams, Rambel Blackman, Shawn Tedder, Julie Bryant, Susan Hudson, Teressa Casper, Mary Lynne Threatt, Coach Butch Williams. An Added Sport . . . Hornet Volleyball Team This year was the first year that Thomas Hart had a girl's varsity volleyball team. The girls worked very hard and their effort and determination paid off. Their record was 7-4 for the year and we were tied for third place in the region. The first string was composed of four seniors, one junior, and one freshman. An added strength was the five seventh graders and one sophomore who made up the second string. They were tough! The greatest accomplishment all year I guess would be that we defeated Hammond Academy twice. They are the biggest private school in South Carolina. I have very high hopes for next year's team. We plan to improve our record and become the winners of our re- ®'°n Coach Sheila McWaters A Team That Tries, And A Coach That Cares The Varsity girls basketball team consists of four seniors and two juniors; two sophomores and one freshman. Comments on the season ran like this: We'll have a good season. We started slow, but we did that last year and then went to the upper- state playoffs. If we get ourselves together, we should end up on top. When asked what was the best part of playing basketball, one player said, Playing as a team and losing as a team. Another said, Winning! But most of all getting to play! In unison, two players said, Having a coach that cares. The toughest part of playing is jumping bleachers, suicides, running 54 laps, sliding in for layups, and the quiet time in the locker room 54 during halftime when we're losing. Coach Sheila McWaters says Coaching is a great op- portunity for a close rela- tionship with the players. We learn mutual respect and we learn to win together and to lose together. One of the hardest things about coaching is to lose the senior players each year and have to rebuild the team. I have been lucky. Each year we've thought we couldn't make it without the players who graduated, but then the players moving up have proven themselves and we've had a strong team again. Coaching has highs and lows, but it worth it! First row: Ann Bryant, Linda Morris, Pam Bateman, Stacie Williams, Manager Robin Chaplin. Second row: Coach Sheila McWaters, Emily Burry, Julie Bryant, Renee Cooley, Faith Williamson, Becky Reep. Basketball Varsity 56 Greg Outlaw 13 Rob Gardner 23 Tony Floyd 11 Butch Williams 21 Raymond Threatt 22 Joey Hulsey 20 Cliff Barfield 32 Lawrence Lowe, not pictured Coach Jimmy Griffin Mike Pope, Statistician A Scrappy Team But Tough Basketball is not a contact sport ... or so they say. The boys who play have different ideas about it. Some like the violence, dunking the ball, be- ing high scorer and the lady referees! Nobody likes to get packed, to foul out, to run laps, or to make a stupid foul. Comments from the players on their '79-80 season includ- ed: If we play right, we'll be average. Another said, Don't underestimate us, we are the heaviest team in our league and we're scrappy! Another: If we get it together, we'll have a good season. Coach Griffin doesn't have a merciful bone in his body (during practice). Coach Griffin has taught us a lot about basketball. Remember, Wall, you're playing basketball, not football ... You can run that offense, can't you? Simple, right? — Griffin Get a picture of Butch during first quarter. He sits out a lot after that ... Take ten laps around the court while you're loose Coach Griffin speaks ... This year's team is a hard- working group with great potential. They hustle a lot and have a good attitude. Even though this is a rela- tively young team, we have a bright future. We are in a tough region this year, but with a little luck and no in- juries we should have a pret- ty good season ... The team says ... Coach Griffin works us hard during practice but sticks with us all the way during a game. He'll even get a technical foul to prove his point. He has spent many hours training us to be better basketball players. Thanks for your efforts, Coach. You're alright! 57 Basketball Junior Varsity Girls 1st row: Louise Lawton, Karen McFarland, Susan Grainger, Michelle Campbell. 2nd row: Kim Hicks, Shari Williams, Rambel Blackman, Julie Williamson, Beth Newsome, Sambra Redick, Angela Casper, Beth Outlaw, Ashley Pitts and Coach McWaters. 58 Junior Varsity Boys 1st row: Todd Fink, Hinson Hodge, Todd Talbert, Bill O'Neal, Andy Wil- liams. 2nd row: Coty McFarland, Phil Whittle, Charles Miles, Artie Yarbor- ough, Scott Lee. Basketball Photos By Jimmy Gregory 59 Patrons Choch, Pahoo, Bav', Fluffy, Peter Mr. Mrs. Charles Miles Mr. Mrs. Fred Millen Mr. Mrs. Robert Moore, Janie June Joseph Elmore Mr. Mrs. Robert McWatty Dr. Mrs. M.B. Nickles Betty Leon Outlaw, Greg Beth Ann Jane Paine Anna Bobby Oglesby, Gina Poison Mr. Mrs. Mike McDonald Ladd Freddie Angela Andrews Hugh's Gulf Service Mr. Mrs. Anthony Floyd Tony Mr. Mrs. Jerry Howard, Andy Wendy Mr. Mrs. Alan Hudson, Myra Darryl Compliments of Senator Edward E. Saleeby Mr. Mrs. Frank Stokes Lynn Mr. Mrs. Boyd H. Perdue Angie Mr. Mrs. Charles W. Coker Howard Gene Peggy Brand Mr. Mrs. Ronald Perkins, Staci Rhonda Mr. Mrs. W.C. Freeman Dubby Mr. Mrs. Fred Estep Fred, Jr. Chris Brown Linda Gil Cagle Mr. Mrs. Fred Cromartie Mr. Mrs. Harris DeLoach, Jr. Mr. Mrs. William F. Dempsey Bart Ashley Pitts Mr. Mrs. Michael E. Edwards Carmen Mr. Mrs. John Norwood Jonathan Mr. Mrs. Algy Williams Shari Mr. Mrs. C.L. Oliver, Jr. Sandy Mr. Mrs. William H. O'Neal Bill Mr. Mrs. Olin H. Griggs Kevin Mr. Mrs. Michael Hall Mr. Mrs. John Hayes, Jr., David Matt Mr. Mrs. Wade H. Hicks, Kim Mr. Mrs. Wylie Hodge, Hinson Tommy Mr. Mrs. Winston Cooley Renee Mr. Mrs. Richard Galloway, Richie, Melanie, Van Al Debbie Fink, Todd Chad Mr. Mrs. Sammy Gibson, Lee Beth Mr. Mrs. Cameron Manning, Frank Missy Mr. Mrs. Jack Robbins Dawn Mr. Mrs. Charles Roscoe, Charla Kelly Mr. Mrs. W. 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Burry, Sr. Mr. Mrs. Aubrey Grainger Susan Mr. Mrs. Ronald Williamson Tonya Mr. Mrs. Rex Wilson, Heidi Bo Mr. Mrs. Tommy Tedder, Shawn, Trent, Lisa Mr. Mrs. Arnold Bryant, Libby, Ann Julie Dr. Mrs. Wheeler, Cal Kari Mr. Mrs. Jimmy Stewart, Brian Kenneth S.P. Coker Cotton Warehouse Mr. Mrs. Jimmy McFarland, Karen, Coty, Debra Mr. Mrs. Jerry Sumner Kevin Trey Lane Mr. Mrs. Curry Dawkins, Jennifer Jami Roller Bearing ; Corp. of S.C. Hartsville, S.C. Highway 15 and Plantation Road HOWLE'S AUTO SALES Highway 15 North Hartsville, S.C. 332-5763 60-Minute Cleaners 639 W. Carolina Ave. 332-8921 N V] a Qchoot Pictured inc. WHSC The most complete line of 1450 on the dial Quality School pictures in the world. 332-1450 Hiram Stutts School Photographer. 236 Boulters Lock Rd. WESTERN STEER Irmo, S.C. 29063 FAMILY STEAKHOUSE For the prettiest school pictures. Call 1809 S. Fifth Street 803-781-5977 Hartsville, S.C. 383-5691 64 GOLDEN CORAL STEAK HOUSE 626 S. Fifth Street Hartsville, S.C. Sunday-Thursday 11AM-10PM Friday-Saturday 11AM-11PM 332-3559 Compliments of Hartsville Building Supply Co. 710 South Fifth St. Hartsville, S.C. 332-5144 American Auto Parts Over 100,000 Parts in stock. 713 South Fifth St. Hartsville, S.C. 332-2222 MUTUAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION Savings ... Home Loans 330 West Carolina Hartsville, S.C. 332-5154 Hartsville Drug Co. In Business for your Health 134 Carolina Ave. Leon Coward, Jr. R.PH. Joe McCullough, Jr. R.PH. Burry Bookstore 130 W. Carolina Ave. €E etk Your Happy Shopping Store Hartsville, S.C. Compliments of B.C. Moore and Sons, Inc. East Carolina Avenue Hartsville, S.C. 66 Best Wishes From BOYD-POWE DRUG CO. INC. Drugs And Druggist Sundry Hartsville, S.C. 29550 FRANK'S EXXON SERVICE 544 S. Fifth Street Hartsville, S.C. 332-8231 For Unexcelled Service 6f WEE CARE DAY CENTER Congratulations Seniors! HENDERSON SUPPLY CO, INC. 710 E. Carolina Ave. Hartsville, S.C. 29550 LnE-riii mm 332-5977 jf Hats Off To The Class Of 80 618 South Fifth Street Hartsville, S.C. 383-5131 67 QUALITY HARDWARE Hardware Service is our Business 219 N. Fifth St. Hartsville, S.C. Since 1865 J%g, Hartsville Florence Sumter Myrtle Beach w. Compliments of Tender Touch The Bank of Florist Hartsville 218 West Carolina Your Hometown Bank Hartsville, S.C. 332-0156 Four Locations for your convenience. 68 Hike Expected In Food Costs u'”“— Storm May Turn Into Hurricane Retailers Disclaim Rio me M� W mail kn4 4 ■•4 tfcor ii i t at( ' ?' A. it wt or . «1 � u«p«t 'ktl lk� M Tax Crisis Reported A� � mud. toy ]ylarkct Hallies To Stop Slide ffSi SjS- rt V« Hi aiiir ' market into ws wooden ones. Fibre cores for paper and plastics that replace expensive metal cores. Composite cans for motor oil and frozen juice concentrate that replace metal cans. Concrete forms and pitch-impregnated fibre pipe for the construction industry. And underground enclosures for the utility industry. And hundreds of other good news. paper products that fill specific needs of industry. Products that cut costs, improve efficiency, make new ideas possible. So remember, when you look at tomorrow's headlines, every cloud has a silver lining. Sonoco Products Company After the editors grind it out, Sonoco grinds it up. More than 500,000 tons of waste paper are recycled every year. From that, we make more than 300 specialty grades of paper. Which we use, in turn, to make inexpensive products that replace expensive ones. Paper cones, for the textile industry, that replaced expensive and cumbersome turn Compliments of PEE DEE SPORTSMEN'S SHOP Buy quality athletic equipment where the players buy P.O. BOX 3850 Florence, S.C. 29502 70 MORE PROTEIN ihon ony noturol milk ol the lOfn milk lot COnltnt For building body tissue, ALL THE EXTRAS |l scles' NO EXTRA COST MORE CALCIUM For strong bones, sound teeth, steady nerves Guaranteed to come from 100% JERSEY HERDS Sumter W DAIRIES MORE PHOSPHORUS For abundant energy end maximum growth The Milk That Helps South Carolina Grow' P.o. Box 6 Florence — Darlington Hwy. JAMES COX SIGNS Best Wishes Signs That Deliver A Message To The Hornets JERRY L. GARDNER BUILDER HI-STYLE BEAUTY SALON P.O. Box 405 127 W. Carolina Ave. Hartsville, S.C. 332-9664 Hartsville, S.C. 71 compliments of Hartsville Oil Mill Nucor Steel Division Nucor Corporation P.O. Box 525 Darlington, S.C. MILLING TOBACCO WAREHOUSE Jimmy Galloway — Marvin White — J.S. Tedder Darlington Farm Services (Royster) Hwy. 52 — By Pass E. Darlington, S.C. Coker's Pedigreed Seed Company Oats Cotton Tobacco Hybrid Corn Soybeans Wheat The South's Foremost Seed Breeders 73 Compliments Of THE HARTSVILLE MESSENGER 207 East Carolina Avenue SEGARS-JONES CHEVROLET- CADILLAC CO. 332-8182 BROWN — PENNINGTON — WEBB'S CABINET SHOP ATKINS Funeral Home Route 3, Box 380 Hartsville, S.C. 29550 332-6531 Hartsville, S.C. KLIP — N — KURL HARTSVILLE FURNITURE 360 Coker Avenue COMPANY GALLERIES Hartsville, S.C. 332-9741 FRANK'S TEXACO MARTIN'S JEWELRY 225 South Fifth Street 332-2721 332-2483 117 West Carolina Ave. KIMBRELL'S FURNITURE AND Compliments Of APPLIANCES SOUTHERN OFFICE SUPPLY 147 W. Carolina Ave. 332-6592 LANGSTON'S FLOWERS GIFTS THE VILLAGE SHOP 612 W. Carolina Ave. 332-2218 721 S. Fifth Street Hartsville, S.C. 29550 FIFTH STREET CLEANERS DAN'S PIZZA PUB South Fifth Street Hartsville, S.C. Hartsville, S. C. 332-6483 332-8971 SMITH'S READY-MIX CONCRETE PALMETTO AUTOMATIC CO. SERVICE CO. Swift Creek Road For All Your Vending Needs 332-9401 332-3881 PEE-DEE ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE YOGI BEAR Lights The Hearts And The Homes Si HONEY-FRIED CHICKEN Of 15,000 Member-Owners In Rural South Carolina S. Fifth Street Hartsville, S.C. 2020 West Palmetto The Florence Mall Service and loyalty are characteristics possessed by all its members. They are enriched with cour- age, strength and, above all, honor. We, the students, are proud of our school and what it represents in our lives. The time spent here passes like a twinkling of the eye and our school years are soon over As we leave THA, and go on to become individuals in our own right, it will be with pride and love that we remember Thomas Hart Academy. 77 Alma Mater True Spirits, Brave Hearts, Hearts Filled With Love, Thomas Hart Academy, All Praise To Thee; Service And Loyalty, Hearts Blest With Pride, This Is The Heritage For Our Hornets, Brave And True; Courage, Strength And Honor, — The Motto For Our School, Thomas Hart Academy, All Hail To Thee. COLLEGE PREPARATORY CQ£Qjl£iI10MAL The HORNET staff would like to dedicate the 1979- 1980 yearbook to Mrs. Lou Gardner. The success of this year's annual could not have been accomplished with- ut her everpresent advice.. Not only is.sbe an adviser Ms. art Academy. «.Ersss zp ssaosrar joche ill always our years we as stud cherish t at THA. 79 The HORNET staff Autographs Autographs Autographs Autographs Autographs Autographs Autographs Autographs