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

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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

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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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Reaching their goals The 1987 girls basketball season came to an unfortunate end by losing the Regional tourmament at Petersburg. The regular season record was quite an impressive one of 18 and 6, however, the tournaments were what mattered from the beginning. Although their main goal was to make it to the state play-offs, the Lady Lions fell short of that goal, though several other key goals set by Coach Dave Kyle were achieved. The Lady Mt. Lions accomplished several goals during the 1987 season. Among these were going undefeated on their home floor, winning the Potomac Vally Conference Championship, winning the Sectional Championship. They also enjoyed an overall record of 18 wins against 6 losses. This team had nothing to be ashamed of by coming one game short of making the big trip to the State Tourna- ment, commented Coach Kyle. The Regional Tournament is where it all ended for the Lady Lions. They were overtaken by Berkley Springs at Petersburg. The locker- room was silent, every head down, and every player speechless. The agony of this defeat left the girls in dismal tears and broken dreams. The Tucker County Girls Varsity Basketball Team: Front row; Edie Sheppard, Kathy Reall. Dee Dee Lester. Tammy Maxwell, Brenda Dilly; Back row; Coach Dave Kyle. Cindy Newman, Marla Gilmore, Crissy Sutton, Teresa Wingfield, Michelle Boggess. Teresa Wratchford. Scorer; Kelly Phillips, Asst. Coach; Karen Canfield. Executing skill and determination, Dee Dee Lester attempts a free throw. 14-Girl’s Basketball