Tucker County High School - Tu Endi Wei Yearbook (Hambleton, WV)

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JV player Scott Eichelberger stands in awe while being ball boy during a Freshman game. Freshmen football players Terry Kuhn and Curtis Bates display centering the ball in front of a crowd of watchful fans. 12-JV Football

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Keep your chin up and be proud, says Coach Haddox as he accepts the State Runner- up Trophy for the Lions at the state football championship. Several times for practice, then for the record The Mountain Lions once again denied the odds and made their way to 1987-88 title game in Charleston. Their first match-up in the playoffs was with the Sissonville Indians. The Mountain Lions pulled through for a 22-13 win and an advance to the “Final Four. Their next victory was an important one. It was a chance to lock horns with the defending champions and avenge the heartbreaking loss of 1986. The team played their hearts out in the double-overtime contest for a well deserved 26-20 win over the Bridgeport Indians. The thrill of defeating a team, that had fast become one of our biggest rivals, was only part of the prize. The part that really count- ed was the trip to the capital for the “BIG GAME. The game was also like a trip to the past. The Mountain Lions had dashed with the Generals in the state tourney of 1985. The game was a tough one with a devastating end. The team had once again “almost made it. “ Though they didn 't come out the victors, these young men were all champions in their own right. As the graduating members of the TCHS “cat attack venture their separate ways they'll never forget their last “unforgettable season, as a Tucker County Mountain Lion. Varsity Football 11

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Freshman And JV Prepare In Hopes Of Following In Varsitys’ Footsteps The Freshman and JV football teams, although they didn't win many games, were very spirited and enthusiastic throughout the season. They practiced every night with the Varsity and rooted them on all the way. You could see the pride on every face while standing on the sidelines watching the Varsity members victoriously lead the Mt. Lions for another win. After the Freshman and JV season was over, they still came to the field to. practice with the Varsity and improve their skills for the upcoming year. Their dedication was greater than what they were given credit for. To these guys a goal of filling the shoes of the Varsity players is distant. Their best just isn't good enough when they feel so behind. Constantly they lift, run, sweat, and strive with a heart of gold and the courage of a lion to achieve the high goal they have set for themselves. Freshman Coach, Greg Snyder, a new addition to the Tucker County Coaching Staff, showed his enthusiasm at all games. He stood by the guys and saw the potential in each, giving them words of confidence - the initiative to win, and a pat on the back when their achievement was exceptional. He quoted “This year's football sea- son has been a learning experience for both the kids and I. Don't count these boys out yet because although both teams scoreboards weren't that impressive, most famous and powerful people start at the bottom and work their way to the top. The future of Tucker County football looks bright in the hands of these talented athletes. Duane Sikarskie (11) yells horray as he scores a vital touchdown in the JV game against Central Preston. Freshmen Aaron Fansler (50) and John Hinkle (72) stop for a quick recess in the middle of a game. JV Football-13