Valdosta High School - Sandspur Yearbook (Valdosta, GA)

Text from Pages 1 - 264 of the 1986 volume:

Contents Line Up Opening Lines p. 1 Organizations Line Up P 150 Events Line Up p. 18 Sports Line Up p. 198 Honors Line Up p. 40 Advertising Line Up P 232 Portrait Line Up p. 60 Closing Lines P 252 Blazon Arms Sable, or and argent, quartered with a V . of the second, in the fesspomt In dexter chief a football and winged star of the second symbolic of athletics. In sinister base, a starway to a radiant sun. of the second symbolizing climbing the stairs of life to the ultimate goal In dexter base a qufl. and scroll, proper, superimposed on a music note of the second, denoting scholarship, music and activities. In sinister base, an azalea cluster of the fourth, emblematic of Valdosta. the azalea city. Crest on a torse of the colors, a wildcat proper, the school mascot Designed by a student committee and odopted as the Official Valdosta High School coat-of-arms. Cover photogroph by Garner Walrer SANDSPUR 1986 Valdosta High School 3101 N. Forrest Street Valdosta, Georgia 31602 Volume 45 New Year Lines Up Parallel With Old Each new school year follows a line which keeps it parallel with the one before. Faces change but the pattern of the days and months remains the same. On the first day busses line up and one-by-one unload students who then stand in line outside the cafeteria to find their homerooms. Lines become an intergral part of school life. Students line up for football tickets, lunch, school day pictures, and pep rallies. Drama students memorize their lines for the one-act play. Athletes take their places at the starting line, tree-throw lines, base line, or goal line. Parade lines form for homecoming and Win- nersville. Band and ROTC students practice to keep their formations in straight lines. Seniors stand in line for Grad Night photos at Walt Disney World. Research paper and senior composition stu- dents struggle for line after line of creative writ- ing. Yearbook staffers cheer as each line of the ladder diagram is completed and the yearbook comes one day closer to completion. At year's end the final line forms. Seniors have completed the time-line of this phase of their education and move on into the world. ABO VE: Freshmen team members Lee Thom- as and Jeffery Butler pause on the sidelines TOP LEFT: Basketball cheerleader Margaret Ann Sineath concentrates on the game BOTTOM LEFT: Squad Leader Earl Thomas leads Andrei Dean. Charles Hodges. Clay Madison. Norris Henderson. Stephen Cam. Zara Sanders. Vanotis Wiliams, and Huby Brantley in the Homecommg Parade OPPOSITE PAGE TOP: Liza Wallace applies her stage makeup for her role m The Out- casts of Poker Flat ' OPPOSITE PAGE LEFT: Mr Bi Aldrich prepares for the next event on the pep rally schedule as Sidney Ryan looks or OPPOSITE PAGE BIGHT: Coach John Mill- er gives instructions to B-team members Cur- tis Jones. Gary Campbell. John Iverson. Yves Owens, and Carlo Butler 3 ABOVE: Key Club Members pose in front of the Garden Center They are: Dan TiHman. Brad Sellers. Art Bass. Guy Belue, Trey Sherwood. Walter Altman. Bill Kirby. Doc McBride. Eric Toth. SEAT- ED OFFICERS Todd Hatcher. Matt Stanaland. Jeff Davis. Troy Toth STANDING L-R: Earl Sellers. Brett Tiney. Paul McLane. John Dowd. Andy Griffith. Jackie Morgan. Ben Lane. Joe Paoletti. Dirk Hardin. Michael Tolbert. Joe Either. Russ Rudolph. Coach Bob Bolton. Greg Talley. Derrick Shaw. Allen Burns, Lyn Johnson. Ross Smith. Jason Crosby. Ernie Bishop. Kiby Wagner. Tim Brady. Joey Crosby, and Joey Tippett TOP LEFT: History teachers James Studstil. John Davis. Kelly Dees. Brian Pompelli. Al Akins, Anna Thompson. Beth Northcutt. Sue Lawrence. Viola Hodge, and Louise Wildes form a pyramid at the Lowndes Pep Ralley TOP RIGHT: Valdosta's Jerome Calloway rebounds against Lowndes defendants Todd Williams and Berry Dean, with an assistant by Lennis Johnson. OPPOSITE PAGE: TOP LEFT: On the first day of school, freshmen Wendy Griffin, Margaret Mosby. Allison Buie. Mary Meadows, and Kimberly Worn listen intently to Coach Charles Tarpley in PE class OPPOSITE PAGE TOP RIGHT: Marchin Cat director Mr. Dan Gaultney oversees the action at band camp OPPOSITE PAGE BOTTOM LEFT: Girls B-team basketball members Jill Bryan. Ellen Shown, Seyanne. Studstil. Jamieliah Sharpe. Stephanie Lowe, and Charles Larrey congratulate each other after defeating Lowndes OPPOSITE PA GE BO TTOM RIGHT: Mr Bill Aldrich hugs his former gymnastics pupil and now current Miss VHS June Powers 4 Lines Help Move Students Through Year Students formed many lines this '85-'86 school year. They swayed as seniors sang the alma mater and the drill team per- formed. And lines of students clasped hands in silence as they joined in mourning America's Space Shuttle Challenger crew. Pep rallies provided laugh lines on Fridays. Teachers performed skits while the chorus and band provided the music. Freshmen lined up on the front row of their new classes on the first day of school. Their upper- class peers were content to take a back row seat. At the front office, students lined up along the stairs as the flu bug took heavy tolls each day. Frequent bomb threats forced students to line the campus for sometimes an hour or more. Although computers have tak- en over much of the load of reg- istration each quarter, lines still formed in the gym as students searched for electives. Before school started players, managers, cheerleaders, and coaches took their place in line as photographers recorded Pic- ture Day at Cleveland Field. Clubs and organizations filled the school calendar with a line- up of dances, car washes, and bake sales. Poinsettias lined the front office in a colorful seasonal display before the Key Club de- livered them to area nursing homes. Signs announcing such events as homecoming, wrestling matches, yearbook sales, the talent show, and sweetheart dance lined the hallway each week as students moved through the year. Photo by Gorner Walker Seniors Honor Webster’s gives the following definition for the word dedicate: addressing or inscribing some- thing to someone as a mark of respect or admiration. Seniors had both respect and admira- tion in mind when they over- whelmingly selected Mr. Ansel Cox as the recipient of this years' Sandspur dedication. In his social studies classes, Mr. Cox successfully combined dry Dedication Of Special Teacher humor, anecdotal lectures, and honest concern for his students. These qualities have earned him the respect of a wide variety of students and faculty and most especially the senior class. Today's young people are not easily fooled. They appreciate honesty and sincerity in adults. Seniors realized early that Mr. Cox was always interested in them as young people, as friends, and as students. His hos- pital visits when they were ill and his adjustments of homework as- signments during special times were just part of his honest con- cern. He was never too busy to help them. In dedicating their yearbook to Mr. Cox, seniors may have had in mind one of his favorite sayings. They made his day. ABOVE: Mr Cox and Mr Ralph Guarino share a moment between classes ABOVE LEFT: Mr Cox gives his undivided attention to Julie Burns' question. LEFT: Mr Cox helps Gradon Pierce with his assignment as Kathy Oliver. Mike Wite. Marty Graves, Andy Griffin. Dawn Zager and Lineasia Holland work on theirs. 7 Camps Bring Summer To An Early End For most teenagers, the idea of summer camp conjures up im- ages of arts and crafts, horse back riding, canoeing, and camp fires. This was not exactly the plan-of-the-day for Valdosta High's Marchin' Cats and Wildcat football team. When members of these two groups packed their camp bags on August If, they prepared for blistered feet, sunburn, bruises, and sore muscles. With the first game of the sea- son looming before them, the Marchin' Cats and Wildcats got down to the serious business of perfecting routines and learning new plays. Band members spent their second year at Valdosta State College with Mr. Dan Gaultney and his assistants. The football team, along with Coach Nick Hyder and his crew, retired to the 4 H Camp at Twin Lakes. Practice sessions filled the days of band and football members. They memorized music, blocked and tackled, rested, and began again until each had his assigned role down pat. Both groups ended their re- spective camps on a traditional note. The last night of camp was reserved for the initiation of the rookies. Both groups devised elaborate ceremonies for their rookie members. The freshmen participated with good humor as shaving cream, soured milk, raw eggs and other things were poured on them. ABOVE: Tommy McMillen, Joe Ethier. Innis Da- vis. Michael Tolbert, and Don Ryan, wait their turn to play in the end of camp scrimage game at Cleveland Field ABOVE BIGHT: Band members Sherri Wigham and Avis Wil- son wait for instructions at band camp BIGHT: Andy Rykard. Jodie Sprenkle. and Charles Steward confer with Coach Nick Hyder during workouts at football camp ABOVE: Jim McCambridge studies the lineup at morning practice during band camp. TOP LEFT: Scott Barton. Ben Lane. Antonio Henderson, James Roberts, Dan TiHman. Will Troutman. Wade Lindsey, and Lawrence Sharpe line up for lunch during football camp. TOP RIGHT: Coach Jack Rudolph. Coach Freddie Waters, and Mr. Jim Burroughs pace the sideline during an end of camp sc rimage game MIDDLE LEFT: Charles Steward, Joey Tippett. Matt Stanaland, Marty Howell. Jodie Sprenkle. and Russ Rudolph enjoy a rest peri- od at camp BOTTOM LEFT: Senior drummer Robert McMichen also enjoys a break at band camp. 9 10 Early Start Aids Yearbook Staff Lines formed on Saturday morning September 21. The 1985 Sandspur had finally arrived. Students gathered in groups in the cafeteria. They signed books for friends and paused for a mo- ment to relive last year's events in the pages of their yearbooks. Work on the 1986 edition of Sandspur began on August 23. when staff members gathered for a workshop and decision making session. By the opening of school, technical details such as cover design, type size, and end sheet color had already been submitted to the plant. Staff members were intro- duced to computers and a word processing program set up spe- cifically for yearbooks. Most copy work for the 1986 Sandspur was submitted on a copy disk instead of the old typewritten copy sheet method. The make-up of the staff changed with each new quar- ter. Each new group brought fresh ideas and new talent to the production of this book. Many of the original staff members remained through the entire year however to give the book a sense of continuity. ABOVE: Business Manager Kemberly Rowe works on the advertising section ABOVE BIGHT: Cecilia Mead and Chalana McFar- land team up to type copy for the junior portrait section BIGHT: Freshman Lara Weth- erington and Sandspur '86 editor Charles Cutforth give Alva Stolte his 1985 Sandspur ABOVE: Sports Editors Jimmy McIntyre and Matt Stanatand work on the football section. TOP LEFT: Teresa Carswell. Brian Brown, and Danita Rosser alphabetize the junior portraits TOP RIGHT: Becky Cole and Peggy Lee write copy for the freshman section LEFT: Editor Charles Cutforth and Mike Farley layout the color section. Photos by Gamer Walter 11 12 Students, Parade Go Hawaiian Any stranger who came to Valdosta on the afternoon of October 18, would have thought he had made a wrong turn and ended up in the islands of Hawaii. Actually he would have been witness to Valdosta High's 1985 Homecoming parade which centered around the theme Wildcats Go Hawaiian. Under the direction of the Stu- dent Council, the parade began at 4:00 p.m. Students from clubs, groups, and all organizations participated. They dressed in grass skirts, flowered clofhing, and wore leis around fheir necks. An occasional bare foot could be seen marching down the pa- rade path to the sounds of tropi- cal music. Competition between the classes to win first prize for their float was evident. After working every night for a week prior to the parade, the junior class took the honor. TOP: Band members Robert Evans, Herbert Gilmore. Jerald Wiseman. Eric Roberts. Bruce Jeffery, and Carlton Wright prepare for the parade MIDDLE: Varsity cheerleaders Leslie Hagan. Michelle Green. Wendi Connell. Joy Myddleton. Leah Jaszczak. Laura Smith, Tra- cy Osborne, and April Nijem take their places in the parade RIGHT: King Kamdycat Simon Lee commands his galley of John Milam. Phillip Everrett. Lisa Singletary. Elizabeth Marconi. Dee Dee Harris. Brent DeVane. Jennifer Cum- mings. and Tim Brady to by nd Holland ABOVE; Sophomores Truett Wakefield, Mi- chele Winfrey, and Susan Burns wave fo the crowd from their class float TOP LEFT; Seniors Beth Hams, Bret Tinney. and Ernie Bishop re- present their class TOP RIGHT: Junior class officers Vanessa Hubbard and Georgia Graves smile for the camera MIDDLE LEFT: Junior Varsity cheerleaders Allison Buie, Mer- edith Coogan, Margaret Mosby. Nicole White, Lara Wetherington, Amy Horrell. and Leanne Yeager throw candy to the crowd. BOTTOM LEFT; Stephanie Smith. Desha Mob- ley. and Kristy Stabell do the hula on the win- ning junior float. 13 Victory Eludes Wildcats Photo by Gainer Walter Homecoming preparations and excitement had reached a fever pitch by Friday afternoon's parade. Unfortunately the fever had cooled by game time. The Wildcats were not able to come from behind to defeat the Colquitt County Packers. The 21 to 14 loss also ended a twenty- two game winning streak for the Wildcats. Salena McCray's coronation as homecoming queen provided the only happy moment of the night. Saturday's dance ended the week on a happier note. Zeal provided the music. ABOVE: Quarterback Greg Talley confers with Coaches Mike O'Brien and Nick Hyder. TOP LEFT: Homecoming court members Darlene Joyner. Joy O'Neal. Julie Davis. Salena McCray. Frankie Keeling, Billie Jo Guess. June Powers. Kathy Horton. Stephanie Cul- verhouse. and Andred Dominey pose for a pregame picture TOP BIGHT: Junior cheerleader Michelle Greene watches the Wildcats lose to Colquitt 21-14 BIGHT: Student Council President Danita Rosser gives a congratulatory hug to newly crowned Homecoming Queen Salena McCray as Principal Bill Aldrich looks on. 14 ABOVE: Randy Bell confers with Coach Bob Bolton during the home- coming game against Colquitt. The scoreboard tells the story of the game. TOP LEFT: Senior football player Todd Hatcher poses with his parents Mr and Mrs. Paul Hatcher during pregame activities. TOP EIGHT: Cheerleaders Leslie Hagan. Wendi Connell. Beth Harris. Mi- chele Greene. Stephanie Culverhouse. Laura Smith, and Leah Jasc- zak pose in a pyramid at the homecoming pep raHy LEFT: Leeann Yeager and Alison Buie help put the finishing touches on the fresh- man class float. 15 ABOVE: Sophomore La-homo Lonon and Ju- nior Joseph Beal search for their homeroom assignment on the first day of school ABOVE RIGHT: (s Claudette Morgan verifies home- room information for Tanya Barker while Mari- lyn Moore waits her turn. RIGHT: Cameras and photographers make their final prepara- tions for the official Wildcat team photo at Cleveland Field. 16 Images Merge To Form Year As the school year got underway, images of camps and first day con- fusion began to merge with those of Friday morning pep rallies, Basic Skills Tests, banquets, Valentine's Day, and a host of other school events. The outlines of the school year were set and the students began to settle in to their classwork and out- side activities. TOP LEFT: Ann Wansley and Stephanie Cul- verhouse receive flowers on Valentine's Day. TOP BIGHT: Mr Bill Aldrich listens to the speaker at the Beta Club Banquet LEFT: Mrs Beverly Hickox Sstens as Debbie Bailey ex- plains a grammar question to Evelyn Murillo. BOTTOM LEFT: Sophomores line up in the gym to take the state required Basic Skills Test BOTTOM BIGHT: Kimberly Worn ond Margaret Mosby work on their art projects outside on the patio of the Art Department All together and some apart. These are the events We hold close to our hearts. Events Bands Compete For The Gold Fourteen high school bands from Georgia and other southern states competed at Cleveland Field on October 19. The Southern Open provides a shootout between bands from Georgia and other neighboring states. Since it was begun, the Southern Open has been gaining in- creasing respect as one of the big- gest showcases of marching band talent in the Southeast. The Shaw High School Marching Band from Columbus, Georgia, was the winner in the silver or small school division and the Escambia High School from Pensacola, Florida, was victorious in the gold or large school division. In addition to the competitive performances, the Valdosta Junior High School “Marchin' Tomcats , the Valdosta High School Band, and the “Blazer Brigade from Valdosta State College gave exhibition per- formances. RIGHT: Ron storm invades Clevland Field dur- ing the Marching Cat performance, soaking drill team member Billie Jo Guess ABOVB: During the closing ceremonies, Mr Dan Gaut- ney announces the winners of the 1985 Southern Open 20 ABOVE: Drill team member Debra Tally per- forms for crowd at Clevland Field LEFT: Madi- son County band members recieve trophies for an award winning performance TOP: Sandy Campbell, the Southern Open Chair- man. Lt. Carl Smith. Mayor Nijem. Miss Valdos- ta. and Mr Gaultney present awards 21 Classic Brings Community Together Competition Plus Cooperation Equals Community Pride was the slogan of this year's Winnersville Classic. It was the fifth Winnersville Classic since the Valdosta-Lowndes Chamber of Commerce originated the event in 1981. Seven activities were added to this year's schedule of events. Most of the new events were athletic in nature. The week long celebration cli- maxed Friday night at 8 p.m. The game between Lowndes and Val- dosta took place at Martin Stadium. The Vikings walked away with a 10 to 0 victory over the Cats. Idosia Lo' Lhrist M ABOVf; Coach Nick Hyder gives an encour- aging speech to students and faculty at the lowndes-Valdosta pep rally ABO VE CENTER: Stephanie Culverhouse throws footballs to the crowd at the Lowndes-Valdosta football game ABOVE RIGHT: FCA President Russ Ru- dolph addresses the Christ Makes Winners crowd RIGHT: Mrs. Tina Strickland, Mrs. Sybil Coley, and Mrs Kathy Sheeley spell WILD- CATS during the Lowndes-Valdosta pep ral- ly- 22 Saturday. Nov. 2 1-MileFunRun SK Road Race Tennis Tournament Racquetball Tournament Wallyball Tournament 10 a m VSC Baseball Exhibition VSC Art Gallery Exhibition VSC Homecoming Parade Bishop College vs VSC Football 10 a m 10 a m II 30a m 2pm Monday. Nov. 4 Winnersville Parade Hall Of Fame Banquet Spm 7 30 pm Tuesday. Nov S Youth Football Semifinals VSC Jazz Ensemble Presentation 8 15pm Wednesday. Nov ( Bosses A Secretaries Coffee Break Chris Makes Winners Rally 9 30a m 7 30pm Thursday. Nov 1 Golf Tournament Youth Football Championship Benefit Skate Football Pep Rallies U S Air Force Jazz Ensemble Friday. No� X Valdnotii vs Ixmmles Football 2pm 7 p in 7pm 7.30 p m 8 IS p m 8pm ABOVE LEFT: Running back. Tony Manghram. gains valuable yardage against the Lowndes Vikings during the Winnersville Classic football game LEFT CENTER: Valdosta High School cheerleaders Stephanie Culverhouse and Wendy Connell lead off the Winnersville Clas- sic Parade LEFT: Valdosta High Quarterback. Greg Talley, sets up for a pass while Troy Wells blocks Lowndes players. 23 ABOVE: Coach Mike O'Brien goes over a play with Greg Talley, Kenny Rose, and B. J. Mason TOP LEFT: Innis Davis. Coach Nick Hyder. Matthew Butler, Guy Belue, and Coaches Bolton and O'Brien get set to finish the fourth quarter against South West of Ma- con TOP EIGHT: Quarterback Greg Talley. Jodie Sprenkle. Ben Lane, Troy Wells, and Kenny Rose take a breather on the sidelines. MIDDLE RIGHT: Coach O'Brien talks with B.J Mason. Andy Rykard. and Jackie Morgan as they come off the field BOTTOM RIGHT: Coaches Hyder and O'Brien discuss a play with B. J. Mason Photos by Garner Walker 24 Game Showcases Young Talent On Friday. March 15, the Wildcats met South West of Macon in an an- nual game that marks the end of spring practice. The Cats handled the Patriots easily, coming away with a 41-0 victory. A tough Patriot defensive line forced the Cats to go to the air in- stead of using a traditional ground attack. The Valdosta passing game was effective with Greg Talley throwing for 138 yards and three touchdowns, Early scoring allowed many new players to see action on the field making the spring game a show- case for young talent. ABOVE: Ottis Conaway and Michael Tolbert participate in the spring game with South West of Macon The Wildcats won 41-0. LEFT: Football cheerleaders Tracy Osborne. Laura Smith. Christy Stabell. Stephanie Culver- house. and Lynn Stuart cheer for the Cats. 25 Dream Becomes Reality For Miss VHS Cherish Yesterday, Dream Tomor- row, Live Today was the theme of the 1986 Miss V.H.S pageant. Twen- ty-six contestants vied for the title. The contest sponsored by the Junior class, was held at Mathis City Audi- torium on April 19, 1986. Serving as Masters of Ceremonies were Georgia Graves, Junior class president, and Paul Rainey, vice president. There were two categor- ies of competetion. First, the judges viewed each contestant in the evening gown category. While giv- ing the contestants time to change, the audience was entertained by Becky Broadfoot, singing The Way We Were and the Valdosta High Drill Team. The girls then reappeared for the casual wear competetion. Regina Sirmans also provided entertain- ment by singing The Greatest Love of All as the judges picked the ten semi-finalists. This number was reduced to the final five finalists, who were the then asked a question about their future plans and activities at V.H.S. The five finalists were Laura Smith, 4th runner up; Robyn Rainwater, 3rd run- ner up; Debra Talley, 2nd runner up, and Leigh Dominey. 1st runner up. Tracy Osborne was crowned as Miss V.H.S. 1986-87. BIGHT: Karen Sanchez takes her turn on stage during the evening gown competition. Kristy Stabell. Debra Talley. Robyn Rainwater, Mrs. Jackie Altman. Kim Wayne. Cher Haynes. Leigh Dominey. and Letisha Stibbens look on. TOP: The five finalists are Laura Smith. Debra Talley, Tracy Osborne, Robyn Rainwater, and Leigh Dominey 26 ABOVE: Senior Michelle Johnson participates in the evening gown competition while Debra Talley and Robyn Rainwater wait their turn. TOP LEFT: The new Miss VHS. Tracy Osborne, poses for the photogra- pher TOP RIGHT: Junior Class President Georgia Graves and Vice- President Paul Rainey wait to announce the judges' final decision. BOTTOM LEFT: Tracey Osborne reacts to being named Miss VHS as Leigh Dominey is selected as first runner up 27 ABO VE: Charles Cutforth and Cathy Danapilis enjoy the music of Zeal BIGHT: Jimmy Gill . FiFi Burgess. Donaldson Johnson, and Ronnie Bar- tholomew display their finest at the Junior-Senior Prom TOP LEFT: Freshman student council members Ebony Robinson. Allison Buie. Keri Kirby, and Wendy Griffin serve Tommy Anderson and his date Keri Carnes TOP BIGHT: Sharon Mathis and Jewel Crowder. Jr take a break from the dancing. A( Photos by Garner Walker 28 Couples Enjoy Evening Of Fancy Dress Couples in their most formal attire whirled and danced as the night seemed to emphasize one phrase of this year's theme. Live for To- day. Decorations provided a romantic backdrop and Zeal provided the music. Sponsored annually by the Junior Class, the event is always sure to provide a fashion parade of the latest gowns and evening wear for young men and women. Every color of the rainbow could be seen catching the light as tuxe- doed young men spun their dates around the dance floor. Because lines for photographs were long, many couples arrived early and then went out to dinner before re- turning to the dance. At midnight the dancing stopped and the next morning the young people had returned to their more familiar attire of jeans and shirts. LEFT: Senior. Debbte Bailey and Joey Dek en- joy an evening of dancing TOP: Lee Lefiles. B.J. Mason, Scofty Orensfein. Anqumette Har- rington. and Felicia Williams share the fun of prom night 29 Al Photos by Gamer Walker Yearbook Revives Mr. VHS Pageant Beauty can be described in many ways, but the beauty that was ex- hibited in the 1986 Mr. VHS Pageant was definitely in the eye of the be- holder. On Friday May 23. twenty- eight beautiful young men were dressed in womanly attire. The out- fits ranged from prom dresses to whips and leather mini skirts. The judges judged the contes- tants on originality, appearance, ef- fectiveness. and feminine behavior. After each contestant strutted “her stuff, the judges picked five finalists. They were: Sylvester Kitch- en. Mark Baker. Jim McCambridge, and Steve Hazlehurst, Russ Rudolph, and Joey Schubert. Sylvester Kitchen and Mark Baker posed as ladies of the night. Jim McCambridge and Steve Hazlehurst combined their efforts to come up with an original idea. Russ Rudolph threw out all the stops when he posed as Scarlet O'Russell. Ms. O'Russell was dressed in a pink prom dress topped off with a beautiful black wig. The most outrageous outfit was worn by Red Light Roxanne Jones, otherwise known as Joey Schubert. Ms. Jones was clad in a green silk dress, tube socks. Converse tennis shoes, and a rainbow colored wig. The five finalists paraded around while the judges made their final de- cisions. The scores were tabulated and the winners were announced. The 4th runner up was awarded to Sylvester Kitchen who was fol- lowed by his partner Mark Baker, who placed 3rd. The 2nd runner up was given to Tiny Polaski, the Polish nightmare. The 1st runner up was Red Light Roxanne. Scarlett O'Russle was crowned Mr. VHS 1986 by Princi- pal Bill Aldrich. Contestant Scarlette O'Russle shakes hands with Mr Ansel Co who Beverly Smith, Mrs Pat Rayford, and Mrs Norma Gail Spencer watch was one of the judges for the Mr VHS contest Mr Jimmy Taw. Mrs Red Light Roxanne (Joey Schubert) and Sylvester Kitchen 30 ABO VE: Before the pageant begins, the new Mr VHS. Scarlet O'Russle (Russ Rudolph) gets help with his costume from his mother and Karen Sanchez Joey Schubert pins on Ms O'Russle's number TOP BIGHT: Doc McBride gets a helpling hand with his make-up from his sister Kelly BOTTOM LEFT: Contestant num- ber II. Santonio Hester struts his stuff for the crowd MIDDLE LEFT: Joey Schubert waves to the crowd while Andy Griffen and Mike Farley watch other contestants Al Photos by David Holland 31 Grad Nite Unequaled Success Once again Mickey Mouse and his gang opened Walt Disney World to graduating seniors. The highly suc- cessful Grad Nite program was at- tended by over two hundred and fifty Valdosta High School seniors and faculty chaperones. The select group overcame the late arrival of several of the six buses chartered to make the trip and ar- rived at the amusment park on time for the Blast Off Party, free meal, and photo session in Tommorrow Land. At nine o'clock the remainder of the park was opened to the gradu- ates. Music for the night was pro- vided by The Miami Sound Ma- chine . “Nu Shooz , “Sly Fox , and Klimax . These bands performed in concert in several spots around the park. Mrs. Beverly Smith, who organizes Grad Nite each year, was rewarded by the faculty chaperones for her hard work in making each trip such a total success. ABOVt: Simon Lee. Randy Riggs. Louis Gonis. Rob Mason, ond John Howe pose in Tommor- row Land at the beginning of the Grad Nite festivities BIGHT: Ross Smith. June Powers. April Nijem. John Bennett. Todd Hatcher. Marty Howell.Joe Ethier.Mike Bennett, and Tim Brown wait in the cafeteria to board the Grad Nite buses for Walt Disney World PhotobfH ChdHes Outfit 32 ABOVE: Clay Anderson rides the carrousel in Fantasy Land. TOP LEFT: Mrs Beverly Smith poses with Cathy Danapihs. Michelle Alligood. Clay Anderson, and FiFi Burgess LEFT: Mickey and Minnie Mouse pose in their graduation attire in front of Cinderella's castle They are the official greeters and symbols of the Grad Nite celebration produced by Walt Disney World and Disneyland in California. 33 Seniors Rise Early For Practice Early morning practice began at 7:00 a.m. Students as well as teach- ers attended to prepare everyone for the long awaited event. Those students who were to speak at the night time ceremony left afterwards for breakfast and came back an hour later for practice with the mi- crophone. RIGHT: Mr. William Aldrich instructs Valedicto- rian Louie Gonis on when to say his speech TOP: Tony Harris. Angie Hotcaveg. Leah Jaszczsak. Becky Long. Jimmy McIntyre. Philip Meeks. Veto Mobley. Therea Moore. Minal Patel. June Powers. Puss Rudolph. Melanie Seals, and Ann Singletary await to practice walking across the stage OPPOSITE TOP LEFT: Mrs. Virginia Wisenbaker tells the Senior class the rules of graduation OPPOSITE TOP RIGHT: Tim Brady. Dee Dee Clark, Joey Cros- by. David Gombas. Renee Cook, and Chuck Adams listen to directions for graduation OP- POSITE BOTTOM: Mr. William Aldrich instructs the second row to stand as the first row sits down. Photos by Garner Walker 34 Al Photos by Garner Walker ABOVE:David Gombas receives his appointment and scholarship to the U S Naval Academy RIGHT: Valedictorian Louis Gonis speaks to his classmates TOP LEFT: Faculty, family, and friends wait as the graduates march into the VSC gym TOP RIGHT: Salutatorian Debbie Bailey gives her speech to her class. Speakers Choose Reflection, Hope As Their Topics Traditional invited speakers no longer appear at many high school graduations. Instead the class Vale- dictorian and Salutatorian give the speeches to their classsmates. This year Valedictorian, Louis Gonis, chose the topic Looking Forward With Hope . Salutatorian Debbie Bailey spoke on Looking Back With Pride. To complete the program, Sharon Berry sang the class song, “The Greatest Love of All . Kathy Harris gave the invocation and Angie Hotcaveg gave the benediction. ABOVE: Third Honor Graduate, Kathy Harris stands with Mr Aldrich as she prepares to give the invocation LEFT: Sharon Berry sings the class song. The Greatest Love of Air TOP: Unable to march in the processional, Tracy Blair waits patiently for her classmates 37 Closing Ceremony Marks Beginning 38 Al Photos by Garner Walker Of New Life For Seniors ABOVE: As Mr Aldrich makes his final statement to the class of '86. hats go into the air TOP LEFT: Honor graduates Louis Gonins. Veto Mobley. Teresa Moore. Minal Patel. June Powers. Russ Rudolph, and Melanie Seals move their tassels to signify their new status TOP RIGHT: Graduates hug each other as the ceremony is declared officaBy over 39 Honor belongs To those who stand above And reach beyond Honors Eleven Receive Merit Awards Each year about 15.000 high school seniors are named semifina- lists in the Merit Scholarship competi- tion. Less than half of one percent of each state's high school senior class are included. Valdosta's Semi-finalists in the Na- tional Merit Scholarship Program were Charles Adams, Joseph Gom- bas. and Louis Gonis. Semi-finalists for the National Achievement Pro- gram for Outstanding Negro stu- dents were Kathy Harris, Chalana McFarland, and Veto Mobley. VHS had four finalists in these two competitions. In the National Merit Scholarship Program, Louis Gonis and Joseph Gombas were named finalists. In the National Achieve- ment Scholarship Program for Out- standing Negro Students, finalists were Kathy Harris and Veta Mobley. 42 OPPOSITE PAGE TOP: Chalana McFarland and Debie Bailey converse with Mrs. Smither- man about the Foriegn Language Club OP- POSITE PAGE BOTTOM: National Merit Schol- ars pose for their group picture BACK ROW: Henry Anderson, Joseph Gombas. Debra Bai- ley. Demetria Clark, Chalana McFarland FRONT ROW Charles Adams. Veto Mobley. Kathy Harris, Louis Gonis. Dawn Pompey. Me- lanie Seals LEFT: Louis Gonis shows Ns hid- den talent in Ns art class. BOTTOM: Henry Anderson recieves an award for being the Most Outstanding Spanish I student duing the Honors Night festivities 43 Students Honored At Special Event For centuries man has heaped accolades on the select few of his society who achieve greatness. Special events set aside time for these selected few to receive their honors and awards. At Valdosta High, Honors Night is the time selected for the presenta- tion of the honors students have achieved during the year. Parents and community leaders gather in the Little Theater to witness this prestigious event. Honors during this event included superior achievements in academic and vocational areas along with the awarding of many scholarships. Louis Gonis dominated this annual event, winning Senior Superlative, STAR Student, Honor Graduate, and Best All-Round Senior. Honor Graduates pose for the photographer after the Honors Night ceremony, they are in alphabetical order: Eric Anderson. Henry Anderson, Debra Bailey. Tim Brady, Demetria Clark. Joey Crosby. Joseph Gombas. Louis Gonis, Pam Gulley. Beth Harris. Kathy Harris. Tony Harris. Angie Hotcaveg. Leah Jaszcak. Rebecca Long. Jimmy McIntyre. Philip Meeks, Veto Mobley. Teresa Moore. Minal Patel. June Powers. Russ Rudolph. Melanie Seals, Ann Singletary, and Jason Yost 44 ABOVE:Mrs Sonia Wilcox gives Mr Bill Aldrich a helping hand in announcing the senior su- perlatives On stage are Jason Yost. Russ Ru- dolph. Danita Rosser. June Powers. Veto Mobley. Frankie Keeling. Leah Jaszczak. and David Gombas LEFT: Community and school leaders gather on stage at the beginning of the Honors Night ceremonies They include Mr Bill Aldrich. Mrs Sonia Wilcox. Mrs Pat Ray- ford. Mrs. Martha Smart. Mrs Beverly Hickox. and Mr Sam Wright 45 ABOVE: Mrs Lee Pulliam presents Lucy Tomberline with her award as Most Outstanding Junior English Student ABO VE BIGHT: Mr Mike Rog- ers present Louis Gonis with one of the several math awards he received at Honors Night TOP LEFT: Mrs Elsie Nicholas presents Veto Mobley with her award as the Most Outstanding Spanish III Student. TOP BIGHT: Angela Alexander receives the Most Outstanding Chem- istry Student award from Mrs Martha Smart. Photos by Garner Waker 46 Departments Honor Achievements Art A wards Most Outstanding Freshman Art Stu- dent Most Outstanding Sophomore Art Student Most Outstanding Junior Art Student Most Outstanding Senior Art Student Kenneth Copeland Athletic Award Academic Athlete Student of the Year Joey Tippett English Awards Most Outstanding Freshman English Student Julie Anderson. Meredith McMillan Most Outstanding Sompomore English Student Anne Clark. Jan Hartzog Most Outstanding Junior English Stu- dent Lucy Tomberlin. Mi- chael Schmier Most Outstanding Senior English Stu- dent Louis Gonis. Debra Foreign Language Awards Most Outstanding French I Student Debra Bailey Most Outstanding French II Student Stephen Brown Most Outstanding French IU Student Angela Alexander Most Outstanding Advanced French Student Pam Gulley Most Outstanding Spanish I Student Henry Anderson Most Outstanding Spanish II Student Teresa Moore Most Outstanding Spanish III Student Veto Mobley Math Awards Most Outstanding Algebra I Student Tasha Quarterman Most Outstanding Geometry Student Lawrence Moore Most Outstanding Algebra II Student Anne Clark Most Outstanding Trig, and Pre-Cal. Studnet Timothy Lee Most Outstanding Calculus Student Louis Gonis Most Outstanding Computer Math Student Joseph David Gombas Nava! Science Awards Distinguished Ca- det 1st Year Robbie Higdon Distinguished Ca- det 2nd Year Anne Clark Distinguished Ca- det 3rd Year Derrick Cain Distinguished Ca- det 4th Year Meianie Seals. Jo- seph David Gom- bas Science Awards Most Outstanding Student in Physical Science Brian Mueller Most Outstanding Student in Biology Anne Clark Most Outstanding Student m Chemis- try Angela Alexander Most Outstanding Student in Physics Louis Gonis Social Studies A wards Most Outstanding Freshman Students Margaret Mosby. Shannon Taw. Joey Tomberlin Most Outstanding Sophomore Stu- dents Chris Griner. Jan Hartzog Puna Ware Brooke Price Brenda Johnson Bailey Most Outstanding Junior Students Michael Schmier. Lucy Tomberlin Most Outstanding Senior Student Louis Gonis LEFT: Mr Sam Wright presents Distinguished Cadet awards to David Gombas and Anne Clark during the Department Awards portion of the program 47 ABOVE: Tina Johns receives her award as data processing student of the year from Mr John Field. TOP LEFT: Michelle Alligood watches Anthony Freeman receive his certifi- cate from Mr John Field TOP BIGHT: Chris Gray. Mark Lees. Anthony Hall. Britta Butler. Chyon Simmons. Ronnie Bartholomew. Amy Kimmeman. and Michelle Alligood listen to Mr John Field MIDDLE BIGHT: Michelle Alli- good. Cathy Danopilis. Anthony Freeman. Walter Altman. Darren Holsendolph. Charles Holiday. Brent DeVane. and Leila Johnson wait for their awards BIGHT: Angie Hotca- veg. Robby Reberson. Eric Anderson. Wendy Winder. Jennifer Coleman, Becky Long. Ann Singletary, Wright Coley, and Simon Lee re- ceive their DEC A awards from Mr John Field. Photos by Garner Walker 48 Vocational Winners Receive Honors Business Education Awards Marketing Spelling Jennifer Coleman VICA Skill Olympics Winners Business Student of General Merchan- Job Interview Amy Kinneman the Year Frankie Keeling dising Supervisory Prepared Speech Ronnie Bartholo- Vocational Office Level Robin Weeks mew Training Student of Finance and Credit Ann Singletary Dental Assisting Felicia Burgess the Year Kimberly Rowe Apparel and Ac- Nurse Assistant and Accounting Stu- cessories Master Orderly Cathy Danapilis dent of the Year Tracy McCray Employee Level Lisa Singletary Practical Nurse Michele Alligood Typewriting Stu- Apparel and Ac- A C and Refrigera- dent of the Year Sara Strong. cessories Supervi- tion Anthony Freeman Melinda Kane sory Level Jane McLeod Architectural Draft- Keyboarding Stu- Advertising Service Eric Anderson ing Walter Altman dent of the Year Cindy Voorhees Service Station Re- Auto Mechanics Tim Harris Data Processing tailing Richard Roberson Bricklaying Charles Holiday Student of the Service Station Re- Cabinetmaking Year Tina Johns tailing. Supervisory and MiBwork Darren Holsendolph Level Wright Coley Carpentry Robert Moore Trade and Industry and Industrial Arts Food Marketing. Graphic Communi- Outstanding Students Supervisory Level Becky Long cations Anthony Hall Construction Charles Holiday Restaurant Market- Machine Drafting Chyon Simmons Drafting Chyon Simmons ing ond Manage- Major Appliance Electro-Mechanics David Foster ment. Supervisory Repair David Foster Graphic Arts Anthony Hall Level Scott Williams Opening and Clos- Health Occupa- General Marketing. ing Ceremonies tions Micshelle Alligood Master Employee Team Wendy Herndon. Metals Sedrick Smith Level Megam Wallace Britta Butler. Mark Transportation Tim Harris General Marketing. Lees. Julie Redden. Industrial Arts Frankie Thomas Supervisory Level Angie Hotcaveg Brent Devane. Home Economics Charlotte Wright Economics Testing Chris Gray. Leila Event Alan Burns Johnson DECA Winners Math Testing Business Speech Robert Bagley Event. Restaurant Job Interview Windy Winder Marketing Simon Lee LEFT: Michel� © Alligood. Cathy Danapilis. and Walter Altman receive their certificates for their wins in the VIC A Skill Olympics. Voca- tional Director and Assistant Principal Mr. John Field presents the awards 49 Superlatives Form Select Circle ■■■■MB II Randy Bel I feel V.H.S. has prepared me well. Randy Bell “ I am thankful for the opportunity of attending Val- dosta High. I feel I am well prepared for whatever the future holds for me. Jeff Davis My senior year was a time of important decisions, hard work, and proud moments.” Louis Gonis The highlights of senior year include being an honor graduate and being nominated a senior superlative. June Powers 51 The highlights of my senior year were being select- ed as a senior superlative and being chosen student council president.'' Danita Rosser The people that I have been associated with and the lessons I have learned at VHS will stick with me throughout life. Russ Rudolph I feel that the experiences I have from my high school years will be a firm foundation for my future success.' Angie Hotcaveg Superlatives Fill Variety Of Rolls The most important day of my four years at Valdos- ta High School was Honors Night 1986. It made all four years worth the effort. If I had to, I would do it all again.” David Gombas “The honors I've received have helped me to grow and have given me the necessary leadership qualities that I will need to achieve my goals. These qualities have taught me the real meaning of the words T can' . Frankie Keeling 53 Seniors Exhibit Diverse Talents I'm just glad to have been a part of Valdosta High School for the past four years. The teachers are just super and my friends, we'll they've been great friends. I'll never be ashamed to tell anyone that I graduated from Valdosta High School. Joey Crosby ! r Debbie Bailey The honors and awards I have received make me greatful for the tough teachers and classes I had. Memories of this year will give me the inspiration I need in college. Dee Dee Clark My senior year has been filled with highlights. Among the most important to me were being selected as a senior superlative and an honor graduate. Jason Yost There have been so many growing and learning experiences for me over the past year. I've learned self expression, and what I've achieved I owe to a lot of sources — not the least my parents, teachers, and friends. Debbie Bailey 55 Seniors Excell In All Areas All in all. this past year has been the best of my life, providing me with friends and memories that I will never lose.' Eric Anderson As a freshman, I set a goal to become an honor graduate, and I am pleased to have attained that goal and to have been selected as a senior superlative. Melanie Seals My senior year has been a most rewarding and won- derful experience. Kathy Harris AJl superlative photos were made on loca- tion at the home of Mr Bruce Green, former Valdosta High science teacher Gamer Walk- er Photography of Valdosta did the photog- raphy Sandspur wishes to express its grati- tude to Mr. Green and his mother for sharing their home. Located in Fairview, the oldest residental area of Valdosta, the Scott-Green home was constructed in 1906 by Valdosta baker Luther Scott. The traditional Victorian struc- ture which contains heart pine woodwork, was completely restored by Mr. Green The home is listed in the National Register of Historic Homes and was featured in the 1986 Lowndes Historical Society Tour of Homes Senior Superlatives posing on the porch are Jeff Davis. Joey Crosby. Jason Yost. Ran- dy Ben. David Gombas. Russ Rudolph. Melanie Seals. Veto Mobley. Louis Gonis. June Powers. Frankie Keeling. Danita Rosser. Leah Jaszc- zak. Beth Harris, and Debbie Bailey 57 ABOVE: Joy Myddleton receives her plaque from Scott Alderman of the Valdosta Touchdown Club RIGHT: William Dixon accepts the Best Offensive Back trophy from Mr. Jack Howell TOP LEFT: Senior Joey Tippett receives the Mark Stephens Memorial Award from Mr David Waller of the Touchdown Club TOP RIGHT: Tony Johnson accepts the Juiam LeFiles Spitir of the Wildcats award from Mr David Waller 58 Athletes Honored At Banquet At Valdosta High, athletes are honored at their own special ban- quets. Each sport holds its own event. For football players, the Touch- down Club sponsors an awards din- ner for players, cheerleaders, and coaches. The speaker for this year's ban- quet was Georgia Southern head football coach Erk Russell. Coach Russell has been on the coaching staffs of Auburn, Vanderbilt, and the University of Georgia. He came to Georgia Southern in 1981 and four years later led the Eagles to a na- tional championship. Awards presented at this year's banquet included the following; Howard Bridges Memorial Scholar- ship, Russ Rudolph; Super Skinner, B. J. Mason; Mark Stevens Memorial Sportsmanship, Joey Tippett; Julian LeFiles Memorial Spirit of the Wild- cats, Tony Johnson; Dynamite Goodloe Memorial Most Improved, Troy Toth; Best Offensive Lineman, Marty Howell and Matt Stanaland; Best Offensive Backs, Tony Mangh- ram and William Dixon; Best Defen- sive Lineman, Kelvin Miller; Best De- fensive Back, Dwayne Hart; Most Valuable Offensive Player, Jeff Da- vis; Most Valuable Defensive Player, Seabron Williams. 59 A world of faces Etched in time. Portraits Faculty Lines Up Well Statistically Had a statistician been present when teachers lined up in the Little Theater for their yearbook pictures, the resulting data would have been impressive by anyone's standards. Of the one hundred and nine fac- ulty members, sixty-five percent hold masters degrees and nine per- cent have six year degrees. The average number of years of exper- ience of the Valdosta High faculty is 12.4 years. In the vocational area, faculty members represent all areas of trade and industry such as welding, graphic arts, and auto mechanics. Business, art. music, health occupa- tions and physical education round out the school curriculum. Mr. Bill Aldrich Mr. Don Allison Mr. Charles Bonner Principal Vice-Principal Vice-Principal Mrs. Cheryl Newton Vice-Principal Mr. John Field Vice-Principdl Mr Don Alhson checks out the cockpit of an Air Force F-4 jet fighter during a tour of Moody Air Force Base Mrs Lucy Green listens to the expanation being given by Major Karl Horne The visit to the base was part of a meeting of the Valdosta State College Chapter of Phi Delta Kappa 62 Mr. Al Akins History Mrs. Brenda Akins Library Mrs. Jackie Altman English Mrs. Sandy Avila Receptionist Mr. Bob Andress Individual Advancement Mr. Jerry Baker Physical Education Mrs. Martha Bartholomew Records Mr. Perry Baskin Science Mr. John Bennett Science Mrs. Sherri Bennett Art Mr. Bob Bolton Driver Education Mr. Jimmy Bostock Math Mrs. Edwina Burgsteiner Bookkeeper Mrs. Jan Burns English 63 Mr. Jim Burroughs Science Mrs. Karen Burroughs Science Mr. Edward Cannington Electro Mechanics Mr. Jimmy Carter Science Mr. Jerome Chambless Science Mrs. Syble Coley Math Mrs. Sandra Connell Library ■I Mrs. Faith Cooper Individual Advancement Mrs. Peggy Cooper Math Mr. Ansel Cox History Commd. Larry Cupp Naval Science Mr. Charlie Davis Math Mr. John Davis History Mrs. Sandra Davis Home Economics Mrs. Janet Edeln Science Mrs. Barbara Edmondson Business M Mr. Clarence Griffiths Drafting Mr. Henry Grudzien Science Mr. Ralph Guarino Audio Visual Mrs. Barbara Harrell Math Photo by David ho«c . V Mr Henry Connington oversees Mike Dunn s repairs in transportation rs- Beverly HickOX cioss English Mrs. Kay Hiers Study Management 65 Teachers Assume A Variety Of Roles Coach Nick Hyder and Lowndes Coach Joe Wilson meet at mid- field after the region playoff at Martin Stadium The Vikings defeat- ed the Cats in that game 14-7. Miss Viola Hodge Mr. Frank Hjort History English Mrs. Nancy Hjort Mrs. Lisa Hill History English Mr. Jim Landrum with his son Blake and Mr Ansel Cox with his daugh- ter Rebecca watch the 1986 homecoming parade line up at Brook- wood Plaza Ik fr Mr Henry Grudzien prepares to lecture to his third period science class. 66 Mrs. Faye Hollinger Mr. Nick Hyder Mrs. Janeen Josey Physical Education Physical Education Business Mr. Isiah Isom Industrial Arts Mr. Rick Kimmel Music Mr. Jim Landrum DCT Mr. Wing Li Math Mrs. Valencia Lucas Registrar Mrs. Maxine Martin Business Mr. Lindsay Mason History Mrs. Julia McDonald Science Mrs. Jewell Metts Business Mr. John Miller Math Mrs. Ava Mills English Mrs. Patricia Rayford Guidance Mr. Herman Revels Music Mr. Mike Rogers Math Mrs. Evelyn Rosser English Mrs. Phyllis Rowe Librarian Mr. Jack Rudolph Driver Education Mr. John Russell Mrs. Mary Ann Saliba Graphic Arts Math 68 Miss Lisa Smith Home Economics Mrs. Patsy Smith Art Mrs. Patty Smitherman Spanish Mrs. Norma Gail Spencer English Mrs. Virginia Starks Mrs. Tina Strickland Secretary Math Teachers Join In Homecoming Fun Art teacher Mrs Patsy Smith in her costume as a native ot the island of Hawaii chats with senior Bret Tinney at the homecoming pep raty Many faculty members joined students in this onnuo! costume day 69 Coaches Line Up For Picture Day Mrs. Jean Tarpley Mr. James Taw Math Substitute Mr. Jimmy Taw History Coach Charles Tarpley takes a refreshment break as Wildcats Tony Johnson. Walt Gill, and Matt Stanaland talk with photographer Mr Garner Walker These team members along with their coaches were preparing for the Wildcat's annual picture day at Cleveland Reid. Photo by Karen Burr Miss Eloise Terry English Miss Jaquita Vickers Special Education Mrs. Tallulah Whitesell English Mr. Joe Williams Construction V- 7 Mrs. Madonna Terry Math Miss Anna Thompson History Mrs. Rebecca Tippett Secretary Mr. Freddie Waters Physical Education Mrs. Barbara Welch Business Mrs. Jana Whitehead Physical Education Mrs. Sonia Wilcox Guidance Mrs. Louise Wildes History Miss Regine Wiley Music Mrs. Virginia Wisenbaker Guidance Mr. Sam Wright Naval Science Mrs. Karen Zahniser Home Economics 71 Seniors Maintain Position As Top Class Although the graduating class of 1986 did not enjoy some of the privileges that previous sen- iors did, they still managed to maintain their spirit. Seniors held positions of lead- ership in all of the sports pro- grams offered at Valdosta High. They displayed their support for the Wildcats at pep rallies and received the spirit stick on sever- al occasions. During Homecoming week, the senior float, featuring Simon Lee as a Hawaiian war king, was awarded second prize. Senior Homecoming representatives were Billie Jo Guess, Frankie Keel- ing, June Powers, and Home- coming Queen Salena McCrary. Seniors excelled academically with Louis Gonis and David Gom- bas receiving honors as National Merit Scholar Finalists. Seniors did have some activi- ties reserved only for them. In May, many seniors attend Grad Nite, an ail night party at Walt Disney World. The final year of high school ended for many at the gradu- ation ceremony on June 3. For others, the high point of their senior year came when they made the sacred, time-honored pilgrimage to Daytona. Billie Jo Guess President Kathy Harris Vice-President Beth Harris Secretary Russ Rudolph Treasurer 72 Diana Acero Charles Adams Michele Aliigood Cheryl Anderson Eric Anderson Mark Anderson Renee Adkins Clay Anderson Robin Alger Derrick Anderson Sherrie Anderson Craig Andrew Laura Arnold Randolph Arnold Katherine Askew Greg Cupp Robert Bagley Wally Barker Gregory Bell Debbie Bailey Lynn Baker Sharon Berry Tanya Barker Ronnie Bartholomew Jeff Bayless Trailda Bell Angela Bellamy 74 Jason Bennett John Bennett Lisa Bentley Tracey Berrian Seniors Share Their Talents Tracey Blair Bill Bickers Ernie Bishop Patrick Best Donna Blocker Melissa Bradley Michele Bradley Tim Brady 75 Seniors Line Up For Parade Becky Broadfoot David Brogdon Lisa Brooks Barbara Brown Bryan Brown Paula Brown Anthony Brown Veronica Brown Seniors Phillip Meeks. John Bennett. Simon Lee. Randy Arnold. Elizabeth Macaroni. Julie Langdale. Brent Devane. Tim Brady. Kim McSwoin, Missy Copeland. Mark Lees, John Milam. Phillip Everitte. Lisa Singletary, Dee Dee Harris. Jennifer Cummings, Beverly Emery, and Becky Broadfoot prose on the senior float. 76 Michelle Brunson Fi Fi Burgess Britta Butler Teresa Carswell Kathy Buzzeo Angelo Carter Tracey Chambers Kim Cherry Vanessa Burgman Phyllis Campbell George Churchwell Alan Burns Robert Carraway 77 Seniors Get Wrapped Up In Holidays Becky Cole Jennifer Coleman Joey Crosby Jennifer Cummings Belh Harris and Amy Kinneman offer Senior class president Billie Jo Guess a helping hand in decorating the Christmas tree in the front office 78 Stacey Doe John Dowd Mike Dunn Beverly Emery 79 Marla Epperson Joe Ethier James Evans Phillip Everitte 80 Senior Spirit Keeps On Winning Photo by Charles Cutforth James Gamble Jeff Gardner Yeoaneh Gardner Rhonda Gaskins Elena Gibbs RIGHT: Lee Lefiles. Becky Broodfdoot. Brent DeVane. John Milam. Simon Lee. and Mark Lees make early morning preparations for the Valdosta-Lowndes pep rally. ABOVE: Senior linebacker Troy Toth enjoys a Coke during half-time of the Valdosta-Tifton game at Cleveland Field Valdosta won the game 14- 0. 81 Beth Harris Dee Dee Harris Kathy Harris Tony Harris Seniors Keep Cool As Game Heats Up Tim Harris Todd Hatcher Kim Hawke Steve Hazlehurst Josepn henkels Wendy Herndon Albratine Hill Leisa Hill RIGHT: Senior captain Jeff Davis cools off after a tough first half during the Tifton game. Valdosta defeated Tifton 14-0. 82 Julie Hitching James Holley Jimmy Holmes Stacey Hope Ramona Hornbuckle ■ Angie Hotcaveg Marty Howell Lee Jack Tracy Hubbard Cedreda Jackson Christina Hough Tracy Jackson Angie Jaramillo 83 Homecoming Means Hard Work 84 Stacy Johnson Frankie Keeling Vickie Lawson Julie Langdale Simon Lee Seniors Entertain On Friday Mornings Mark Lees Lee LeFiles Senior Steve Hazlehurst and Victor Harrell sing Oak Tree at the Lowndes-Valdosta WinnersviHe Classic pep rally Julia Lingefelt Jacqueline Lewis Jane Lingefelt Elaine Lewis Becky Long Robert Mason Chris Lorence Buffy Lynch Regina Mathis Michael McBride James McIntyre Michelle McLaughlin James McLeod Elizabeth Marconi Jim McCambridge Caterina McHellen Jane McLeod 87 Seniors Lead Wildcat Football Team Senior football captains Dwayne Hart, Williame Dixon. Tony Johnson. Jeff Davis and Kelvin Miller pose for the photographer at Cleveland Field Picture Day for the Wildcats is held at the end of camp. The Wildcats posted a 9-3 record for the 1985 season. Robert McMichen Phillip Meeks Photo by Gamer Walker Reggie Merritt Johnny Milam Veto Mobley Debra Moody Robert Moore Teresa Moore Kelvin Miller Evelyn Murillo Henrietta Moore April Nijem 89 Melissa Neeley Frank Nelson Teasa Newsome Dawn Pompey i June Powers Cynthia Prophet Brent Pipkin 90 Aparna Reddy Michelle Rhodes Randy Riggs Robby Roberson Seniors Claim Their Rewards On Special Day Kimberely Rowe Marie Roy Nancy Rozek Danita Rosser Senior tight end Russ Rudolph receives his football letter jacket from Coach Bob Bolton during a Friday morning pep rally Russ Rudolph Donald Ryan Angela Rykard Melanie Seals 92 Seniors Enjoy Close Of Summer Camps As New Year Begins David Shadrick Ann Singletary Derrick Slaughter Jerald Smart Demetrius Searcy Lisa Singletary Bobby Smith Jacqueline Singleton Ross Smith BIGHT: Yearbook photographer. Mr Garner Walker talks with senior. Matt Stanaland about the past two weeks at football camp. Andy Griffin. Beau Laskey. Troy Wells. Derek Shaw, and Bill Kirby wait their turn to be pho- tographed Mandy Smitherman Shawn Stanley Anna Taormina Roshand Thomas Mark Stalvey Alva Stolte Matt Stanaland LaShunda Slaughter Anita Stanley Serena Strickland Bruce Terrell Deborah Thomas Frankie Thomas Annette Thompson Bret Tinney Joey Tippett 93 Kim Wayne Lavonda Wiseman Wendy Winder Avis Weatherspoon Megan Wallace Stephanie Wing Robin Weeks Ralph Turner Wanda Watson Ronona Wing Ira Wenze 94 Terri Whitlock Marilyn Williams Willie Williams Jason Yost Charlotte Wright Artonja Young Tammy Wright Lisa Veal Dana Young Deanne Young Juniors Achieve Higher Standing Juniors received a special hon- or this year. For the first time ever, they could exempt final exams by maintaining an A average and by not missing more than three days. Unlike seniors however, the juniors had to attend the classes they had exempted on the exam days. Juniors showed their spirit and enthusiasm for the Wildcats by receiving more spirit sticks this year as juniors than they did their freshmen and sophomore years combined. Also, during homecoming, the junior class won first place for their CATS ROAST PACKERS float. In the spring the juniors made the preparations for fhe Miss Val- dosta High pageant. Followed closely by the Junior Senior Prom. For most juniors who received class rings, this was a definite re- minder that they were consid- ered upperclassmen, and had only two years left at Valdosta High. Taking the PSAT in October meant that colleges would con- sider these juniors as scholarship possibilities. Juniors also began to realize that college was not far away and that career decisions would be made soon. Georgia Graves Vanessa Hubbard President Secretary Paul Rainey Rusty McCall Vice-President Treasurer % Angela Alexander Walter Altman Leon Anderson Marty Anderson Thomas Anderson Sandra Arnold Michel Arseneault Alesha Avila James Badger Freddie Bajalia Glen Barrett Aimee Bass Art Bass Henry Bass Cedric Bauknight Lisa Beaufort 97 Tamra Benefield Denise Bennett Sophia Bennett Renae Berain Frank Berrian Tracy Berrian Sharon Bivins Allen Black Abigail Branch Anthony Brown Carl Brown Corey Brown 98 Juniors Plan For Free Time Activities James Brown Anthony Browning Jill Bryan Christine Buel Julie Burns Bunny Bussey Reginald Butler Derrick Cain Candace Callaway Jerome Callaway Carla Carter Robert Carter Sabine Carter Kristofer Cerasi Grady Chisholm Lynn Christopher 99 Juniors Dress The Part As Angela Clark Dale Clements Clarissa Coley Michael Conoway Paul Conrad Barbara Copeland Brenda Copeland Keith Copeland Ferris Corbett Elizabeth Crane Ronny Creque Jason Crosby Lang Culbreth Adron Curry Gregory Dailey Phillip D'Albertis 100 The Wildcats Go Hawaiian Calvin Davis Irvin Davis Julie Davis Karen Davis Stephanie Davis Andral Dean Darlene Denard Stephanie Doe LEFT: Junior cheerleader Laura Smith shouts chants to her fellow classmates FAR LEFT: Junior Bridgett Quattlebaum dances for the crowd during the homecoming pep rally. 101 Leigh Dominey Brian Dufek Lana Duncan Denise Eberhard Pregame Festivities Put Junior Johnna Elliott Julie Engisch Gwen Evans Anna Faircloth Fran Fargason Michael Farley RIOHT: Junior Homecoming representative Kathy Hor- ton is escorted by Bernie Gaines during pre-game fes- tivities OPPOSITE PAGE LIFT: Junior representative Ju- lie Davis is escorted by her brother Tim Davis in the pre- game homecoming activities. 102 Beauties In The Spotlight Mindy Feinberg Sojournia Flucas David Foster Neil Frassarand Billy Freeh Bernie Gaines Amos Gardner Anita Giles Walt Gill Xavier Godfrey Tom Gonzalez Teresa Grace 103 Juniors Sharpen Their Technical Eddie Graham Jeffery Graham Veronica Graham Angela Grant Georgia Graves Marty Graves Patrick Gray Photo by Mke Farley ABOVE: Junior Jill Bryan practices her keyboarding techniques in Mrs. Edmondson's advanced typing class. 104 Skills In Elective Classes Kenneth Green Michelle Green Michelle Greene Joey Griffin Caryl Gulley Leslie Hagan Daphne Hammonds Dirk Hardin Robby Hastings Jeffrey Hasty Shannon Hasty Cher Haynes Antonia Henderson Chris Hendry Obeatrice Henry Elizabeth Hickox 105 Junior Spirit Pays Record Dividends Charles Hodges David Holland Lineasia Holland Randolph Holmes Darren Holsendolph April Hooks Vanessa Hubard Deidre Hughes Pam Hulstein Sheila Hunter Calvitt Huxford Cindy Jackson Darren Jackson Quen Jackson Charles Jaszczak Diana Jefferson 106 Angela Jenkins Carolyn Jenkins Kimberly Jenkins Kenneth Johns Tina Johns Alma Johnson Brenda Johnson Erik Johnson Sandra Johnson Valenzelina Johnson Stephen Joiner Asandoh Jones LIFT: Junior class officers and cheerleaders encourage the Junior class to compete for one of the six spirit sticks their class won dur- ing football season. 107 Juniors Renew Old Friend Eddie Jones James Jones Kenneth Jones Tammy Jones Kester Joyner John Kelly Tamara Kelly Adolphus Kimmons Sertanvat King William Kirby Anissa Knight Jeffrey Knotts Kimberly Kult Tina Kyer Kim Lambert Paul Lauer 108 Ships During Halftime LEFT: Junior cheerleader. Lesfie Hagan, and her former dassmote, Andi Bryson, converse during hdlf-time. Vicki Ledbetter Peggy Lee Timothy Lee Barbara Lewis Kathleen Livingston James Lockhart Terri Longieliere Katie Louttit 109 Kyle Lowe Tangelia Lowe Aaron Manning John Marconi Tony Marshall Benjamin Matchett Sharon Mathis Francis Martin Leslie Martin Laurie McAllister Pam McBurrough Rusty McCall Valerie McCastle Tamara McCraney Michael McCray Tracy McCray Juniors Pep Up At City Wide 110 Jodi McDonald Rally Before Lowndes Game Michael McDougal Alisha McGee Gloria McGee Cecilia Mead Tanya Merriweather Junior cheerleaders Michelle Green. Joy Myddleton. and Laura Smith and Sophomore cheer- leader Stephanie Culverhouse cheerfully pose before the start of the city-wide pep rally proceeding the Valdosta-lowndes football game ill Juniors Find Time To Rest Cliff Miley Deandrea Miller Kedrek Miller Reginald Miller Anthony Mitchell Roderick Mitchell Desha Mobley Bruce Moore Damon Moore BIGHT: Junior Michael Williams takes a quick nap after some strenuous studying. 112 During Their Busy Days LaShunda Moore Marilyn Moore Jim Motes Elana Munoz Tori Murchison Jason Myddelton Joy Myddelton Marcus Nelson Sara Nelson Angela Newton Beverly Norwood Timothy Norwood Eric Ohrenschall Melissa Oliver Scott Orenstein Tracy Osborne 113 Junior Float Takes First Place Yves Owens Gwendolyn Parker Todd Parramore Minal Patel Debra Patterson Miguel Patterson Miles Patterson Reginald Payne Darriet Perry ABO Vt: Brian Dufek. Johnno Elliot. Walter Altman. Ronny Creque, Michael Schmier. Stephanie Smith. Desha Mobley, and Christie Stabell present the Junior Homecoming float to the crowd before claiming first place Michael Perry Tammy Perryman Darryl Pickett Carl Pierce Lane Plageman Evett Plather Angelia Pride Eric Prime Stephen Pruitt Bridgette Quattlebaum Robyn Rainwater Karen Ray Eric Rawlings Rosemerry Rawls Pauline Register Stacy Reviere ns Addison Ricks Cornelius Riley Corol Roberts Ernestine Roberts Louro Robinson Sandro Robinson Laurie Rodriquez Kelly Rowe Poul Roiney Latonya Solter Karen Sanchez Michael Schmier Anthony Scurry Robin Schwartz Lisa Sears Jeannie Selph 116 Juniors Support Their School Clubs Wanda Sermons Angelina Simmons LIFT: Junior Christine Buel listens intently during a morning Foreign Language Club meeting Farida Sirmons Eric Sharper Derek Shaw Gina Sheffield Trey Sherwood Herman Smith Laura Smith Michael Smith 117 Juniors Overflow Number Of Suzanne Small Sedrick Smith Ami Somers Travis Spencer Jodie Sprinkle Gregory Sprolden Kristy Stabell Jeffrey Stacks Louise Steward Eric Stewart Reginald Stewart Veronica Stewart Letisha Stibbins Deborah Talley Gregory Talley Mark Taormina 118 Alisa Taylor Pages Allotted For Their Class Bruce Thomas Dan Tillman Michael Tolbert Lucy Tomberlin John Tooley Natalie Tyler Denise Tyson Horace Tyson Christine Wainright Gary Walker Susan Warner Cassandra Washington Edith Wells Barthaniel Werts Gregory Wessel 119 Juniors Eagerly Lend A Helping Hand Troy Wells Anthony William Kacy Williams Kenn Williams Latrece Williams Leigh Williams Leticia Williams Melinda Williams Michael Williams Pamela Williams Shirley Williams Valerie Willis Matthew Winters John Wheeless Michael White Tracy Wommble Dolphann Woods Earnest Wright Samuel Wright Dawn Zager Luz-Marie Zea Lucinda Jolley Cindy Voorhees LEFT Tanya Mayberry receives balloons from Junior Class president. Georgia Graves, who helped the Student Council to deliver incom- ing Valentine's flowers and balloons 121 Sophomores Move Up In Rank After completing their fresh- man year, the sophomores of Valdosta High School moved up in the ranks. They showed their Wildcat spirit this year by winning the spirit stick twice during the football season, attending Val- dosta Wildcat football games, and participating in school ac- tivities. B.J. Mason and Charles Steward showed their spirit by earning starting positions on the Wildcat football team. Sophomores are required to take subjects such as biology, geometry, world history, and lit- erature. Some select tenth grad- ers are able to take the Prepara- tory Scholastic Aptitude Test. A state law was passed requir- ing high school students who plan to go to college in the state of Georgia to take four years of English and science, and three years of math and history, as well as two years of a foreign lan- guage. This law went into effect starting with the sophomore class. During homecoming, the soph- omores added to the beauty of the homecoming court with Stephanie Culverhouse and Joy O'Neal as their representatives. Qquj - eec re+'a.py -bonuses 122 Shawn Akins John Albritton Tammy Alger Cassandra Allen Jennifer Altman Andy Anderson Kim Anderson Vicki Andrews Clara Arnold Jennifer Ash Ashby Atkins Latonya Atkins Rusty Baddley Jacqueline Badger Laura Baily Jonathan Baird Chandra Baker Tracy Balch Tina Barnard Sonji Barns Blair Barnette Chris Barnhart Patricia Barrett Scott Barton Toby Baskins Marc Beard Felicia Bell Valeria Bellamy Gary Bennett Greg Bennett Casandra Berrian Derrick Berrian Kenneth Berrian Miranda Berrian Napoleon Berrian Nelshell Berrian Stacy Berrian Natalie Bishop Michele Bolton Sheri Boyd Krista Bradford Emma Braswell 123 Paige Braswell Kevin Breeden Debra Broadie Bobby Brooks Shannon Brooks Claude Brunson Arleathea Brown Fadwa Brown Isreal Brown Kelisa Brown Latonya Brown Michael Brown Russ Brown Tanyala Brown Tara Brown Robert Browning Dewayne Bullard Amy Burch Carla Burgman Susan Burns Shad Burroughs Crystal Butler Marnee Butler Isac Caesar Stephen Cain Pablo Campa Brant Campbell Tess Capers Patrick Carlson Mary Carter Reginald Carter Jamie Catikos Alice Chan Yolonda Chestnut Anne Clark Claudia Clark Keshia Clark Steven Clark Tonya Clarkson Zane Coats David Cole Jim Colwell 124 Sophomores Use Free Time Wisely Tracy Balch, Garrett Gayle, Wendi Connell, Paige Braswell, Anne Wansley. Tracy Lees, and Michele Winfrey gather to complete their homework during the lunch period. Victoria Cooper Wendi Connell Lyle Coppage John Cordova Kim Courson Wilbert Crawford Keith Crider Stephanie Culverhouse Matthew Cupp Greta Daily Moses Dantzler Reginald Dandy Bennie Daniels Tara Ann Dasher Mark Daughtrey Brigett Davis Holly Davis Jefferson Davis Sophomores Practice For Gala Paula Davis Rhonda Davis Alecia Deloach Jason Deloach Michael White and Sophomore Representative Stephanie Culver- house practice for Homecoming night festivities. Janice Demps Willie Demps Deania Denmark Melanie Dennard Jenny Devane David Dodson Bethany Dollar Andrew Donaldson Leo Donaldson Walter Donaldson Roger Dowling Laura Downing Erika Duckworth Teresa Dungan Deborah Earle Matthew Earp Brett Edwards Kevin Elliott Julie Evans Stacey Evans Travis Evans David Everitte Stacey Everett Viola Fair 126 Philip Fargason Kathy Farley Sabrina Farrell Kevin Felton Lavita Felton Anna Field Annette Finnick Greg Fitzpatrick Ronald Fleming Loretta Flucas David Ford Patrick Franklin Harvey Freeman Sonya Freeman Steven French Jaime Gagliardi Pam Gardner Kevin Gardner June Gartman Laurie Gaskins Corey Gay Jarrett Gayle Clifford Giddens Sharon Giddens Bonita Gillard Kevin Glorius Rodney Godfrey James Godwin Kim Godwin Barry Golivesky Kenneth Gonis Joseph Gore Sirena Gosier Johnnie Graham Eric Grant John Gray Cathe Green Ella Green Angela Green Amy Griffin Kevin Griffis Christopher Griner 127 Kevin Grondahl Jennifer Guest Keith Gunter Stephanie Gupton Anthony Hall Keith Hall Maredith Hall Venita Hambrick Billy Hamilton Tracie Hall Gina Hampton Leon Harper Bonny Harrell Brian Harris Chad Harrell Keith Harris Edward Hart Jan Hartzog Selena Harvey Danielle Hasling Angela Heard Rhonda Henderson Trecia Henderson Keith Henry Charles Hester Carl Hill Dina Hill Kim Hines Bernard Hitson Brad Hotard Chad Hodge Charles Holiday Guerry Holm Timothy Holmes Rochelle Homer Janice Hoover Cedric Horton Tracy Horton Tracy Horton Debra House Lisa Hunt Timothy Hunter 128 Sophomores Enjoy Lunch In The Sun Sophomores Brad Hotord ond Trocy Batch and Junior Elena Munoz enjoy a sunny lunch break with friends. Renita Hutchinson Renee Inmon Jonath Irvin John Iverson Eric Jackson Muzett Jackson Stephanie Jackson Velma Jackson Wilma Jackson Claudia James Susa James Nicholas Jannings Anthony Johnson Antoninette Johnson Dickie Johnson Jackie Johnson Lynn Johnson Rad Johnson Shawn Johnson Tammy Johnson Carol Jones Carolyn Jones Curtis Jones Diane Jones 129 Joy O'Neal. Rhonda Henderson, and Fresh- man Ebony Robertson distribute flowers on Valentines Day. Marketa Jones Monica Jones Seletha Jones William Jones Lashunda Jordon Faylen Joyner Stephanie Kemp Leland Kent Pamela King Rodney Keoul Derec Knowles Jeff Lahr Ben Lane Reginald Lane Stacy Lane Beau Laskey Tracy Lees Greg Leong Linda Ann Lewis Wade Lindsey Derek Lisse Penny Little LaHoma Lonon Tanya Mabry 130 Sophomores Lend A Helping Hand Russell Mace Clayton Madison Torrence Marable Lori Martin Melissa Martin William Mason Lonetta Mathis Kelly McBride Cynthia McCoggle Tim McCoggle Michael McGill Scott McIntosh Felicia McKeitten Paul McLane John McLaughlin Jeff McLeod Laura McMillan Melanie Meeks Deshonda Merrell Marquelle Merriweather Andrew Miller Earnestine Miller Erica Miller Kimberlee Minix Catherine Minter Jennie Moody Stephanie Moody Mi Sook Moon Alvin Moore Charles Moore Herbert Moore Jennifer Moore Marianne Moore Tanya Moore Timothy Moore Ashley Moorman 131 Sophomores Sacrifice Weekends Jack Morgan Beth Moritz Carlis Moses Brian Mueller Charles Neeley Darryl Newsome ValerieNewton Karla Nichols Nancy Nichols Tarique Nichols Thomas Nijem Sylvia Norwood William Okuma Joy O'Neal Khatonia Otey Marilois Owens Sabrina Paige Joseph Paoletti Sharon Patrick Adam Penny Dexter Phillips Lonnie Phillips Phillips Vincent Todd Pitchford Valerie Plummer Curtis Porter Angela Powell Melissa Preaster Brooke Price Anita Randolph Scott Rawlins William Richburg DeEddria Rice Dyron Riley Kimberly Rivers Beth Roberson 112 Luther Roberts Diane Robertson Ashley Moorman and Eddie Crocker from the University of Tennessee. Chattanooga receive help from Dr. John Raber at a Saturday clinic sponsored by the Valdosta wrestlers Cynthia Robinson Trevor Robinson Trint Robinson Kerri Rodgers Richard Rogers Robby Rogers Pamela Rome Mike Rominger Janet Rose Misti Rowe Louis Rumph Sidney Ryan Linda Sanders Lisa Scherer Bruce Scott Melissa See Anna Shannon Louis Sellers Michale Sherman Stephanie Shields Nancy Shiver Ellen Shown Dwane Silimon Lynn Simmons Linda Simpson Margaret Ann Sineath 133 Sophomore Pictures Multiply Stephanie Waddell Robert Sipler Regina Sirmans Kellie Smith Patricia Smith Shawn Smith Jonathan Spikes Amy Steedley Sheila Stevens Charles Steward Peter St. John Letisha Stokes Pete Stokes Regina Stone Steve Straughter Sarah Strong Lynn Stuart Dean Studdard Suzanne Studstill Heather Sumner Brad Suor Cindy Supp Ruby Swift Regina Thomas Teresa Thomas Heather Thompson Rosalyn Thompson Valencia Tillman Cassie Tonsil Eric Toth Chris Trice Will Troutman Judson Turner Rebeka VanNus Kimberly Vickers Almesha Vinson 134 Truet Wakefield Doris Walker Robert Walker Tara Walker Julie Wallace Ann Wansley Debra Waters Demetrius Waters Sabrina Watson Calvin Watts Julia Watts Stefani Webb Michaelann Wells Darnel Wenze Don Wenze Sherri Whigham Cynthia White Sheila White Wilena White Clarence Whiggs Les Wilburn Paula Wilcox Archie Williams Arthur Williams Diedre Williams Gerald Williams John Williams Naomi Williams Vernotis Williams Willie Williams Keely Willjamson Johnny Willis Avis Wilson Rodney Wilson Michele Winfrey Ralph Wing Renee Wiseman Bruce Woods Rochann Wright Chad Zahniser Larry Zanders Derrick Zeigler 135 Freshmen Meet New Challenges Entering high school is a big step for any student. This year's freshman class met the chal- lenge by making a few minor ad- justments. These newcomers became a part of Valdosta High in several ways. They showed school spirit by cheering loudly at pep rallies, posting signs in the hallways, at- tending football games, and participating in Friday morning skits in the pep rallies. In support of the drive to raise funds to find a cure for cystifc fi- brosis, the freshman raised $200. This gave them the winning edge over the other classes who participated. New state laws require that more classes be taken and that more hours be earned before a student can graduate. The freshman class was directly af- fected by these new regula- tions. Before graduating, each stu- dent must successfully complete the Georgia Basic Skills Test. A similar test is given nationwide to all high school freshman. Even though the freshman class was confronted with many academic responsibilities, they still found time to enjoy many ex- tracurricular activities. HIGH SCHOOL President Secretary Deann Dasher Allison Buie Vice President Treasurer Wendy Griffin Lara Wetherington 136 Kevin Adorns Steve Adkins Leslie Altman Julie Andersen Ruby Arnold Adam Avila Sheila Baker Melissa Barnard Anita Battles Keith Beal Kevin Bee ton Zabria BeH Clinton Bellamy Bobby Benefield Justin Bennett Lee Bennett Timothy Bennett Melissa Bentley Samuel Berry Angel Best Oscar Bethay Linda Btres Latonya Black Sharon Blar Anthony Blake Amy Bowing Jarrett Bromlett Tracelyn Brantley Ubie Brantley Jason Bridges Andrew Brindger Ward Brockman Emily Broome Laura Broslat Erica Brown Greg Brown Kevin Brown Luke Brown Valencia Brown Jerald Bryant Chris Buescher Alison Buie Kenneth Burgess Lavonda Burgman Tonya Burgman Tracy Burgstemer Shane Burroughs Carlo Butler Jeffery Butler Thomas Butler Tiffany Callaway Calvin Campbell John Campbell Tina Campbell Christopher Carlson Angela Carter 137 Freshmen Join In Homecoming Fun Edward Casteloes Dexter Ceaser Carl Chambers Groce Chan James L. Chandler April M Chapman Shelli Church Cheryl F. Clark Tyler Clifton David Coleman Kely Coleman Rachel L. Coleman Diane A. Colins James G. Connell Robert Eric Conrad Meredith Coogan William D. Cooper Tara Copeland Nicole Renee Coursen Tracy Cowart Jennifer L. Crane Bleau Crawford Denise Crews Paul Cribbs Jr. Eddie Crumpton Skipper Cummings Michele Cutforth Sonja R. Daily Angela D. Daniels Stacy Daniels Theresa Renee Dantzler Deanne Dasher Hubert L. Davidson Ivan V. Davis Owen Davis Sharia Davis Yolanda N. Davis Melissa K. Demott Tara P Demps Betrina Dennard Christopher Denson Jamey Dewar 138 Cheryl D. Dixon Michael A. Dixon Andrea J Dominey Band members. Laura Stump and Toni Hardwick, perform with the percussion section during the Homecoming pep rally Jack Donaldson Regina! Donaldson Suzanne Dorneden Scott Dowdy Kevin Dowlmg Sandy Downs Keith A Doyle Cherron DufftekJ Shane M. Dular Kevin D. Dumas Heather Dunwoody Angela Eady Jeffery Earle Beverly Edmondson Charlotte Edwards Jessica Everingham Amy Faircloth Ashley Farm Nancy L. Fargason Steven Farmer Sabrina Finnessee Charlotte Flanders Byron Ftanningan Louvenia Floyd Tara Flue as Jerry Fountain Mamie Freeh Lonnie Fredrick Allan Freeman Nealana Freeman Renay Freeman Neal Fudge Valorie Fulton Calvin Fussell Cheryl Gamble Carla Gandy Kendrix Gardner Freshmen Show Their Style In Adrian Garland Annette Gay Tonya Gee Jeff Geier Monia Gibbs Valorie Gibbs Leslie Gibson Freshman homecoming rperesentatives. Andrea Dominey escorted by Travor Shaw and Darlene Joyner escorted by Albert Barner, pose during pre-game ceremonies on homecoming night 140 Homecoming Pregame Festivities Shawn Gray Patti Griffin Wendy Griffin Serena Guess Eunice Hall Anita Hand Freddie Hankins Duncan Harden Toni Hardwick Michael Harrell Charles Harris David Harris Anthony Hart Josie Hatcher Honey Hatcher Poul Hatcher David Hazlehurst Tommy Lee Heflin Norris Henderson Philana Henderson James Hennly Brian Heptinstall Sharlita Herring Danakae Hicks Leslie Hiers Robbie Higdon Deanna Hill Janice HiN Keith Hil Rachel HiH Cheri Hitching Ben Hogan Jody Holcomb Anthony Holiday James Hollingsworth Cedric Holis Donya Holmes Katrina Holmes Kevin Holmes Stacy Holmes Yulanda Holmes Pam Hoover Alan Horner Stacy Horton Johnny Hosendoll Eric Houseal Patrick Houston Anthony Hudson Christina Inmon 141 John Ingram David Jackson Eric Jackson Ava James Belinda James Derrick Jomes Don James Evette James Micheal James Tracy James Karen Jamieson Michelle Jamieson Jeff Janosky Bruce Jeffery Sabrina Jenkins Daphne Johnson Nikki M. Johnson Roslyn M Johnson Dedra A. Jolly Demetrius L Jones Joseph Jones Jufcette Jones Korcarta Jones Kenyon T Jones Stephanie Jones Susie D. Jones Tracy M Jones Leronald Jordon Dione D. Joyner Melinda Kane Tammy Kassum Christopher Kelly Laura Kimmel Terry L King Keri Kirby Iason L. Kirkland Sandra Kirkland Tracy Kirkland Kyp Michael Knotts Dana Kreps Shannon Lancaster Traci E. Lane Jay Longdale Beth Langdale Carlas L. Larry Brian Lawrence Matthew Lawrence Juileen Lee Brent A. Lehman Cassandra Lester Felicia Y. Lester Eddie Lewis Freda D. Lewis Amy Leynes Shane Liedke Leslie Lindsey 142 Freshmen Join In Spring Game LEFT: Freshman Colemon Rudolph ponders the game as he patiently waits Ns turn to enter the annual Has Been — Will Be spring scrimage Carlos Lissimore Ronald Van Livingston Christopher Lock Aaron Locks Stephanie R. Lowe Gary Luke Marcus Lynch Debbie Mack Kimberly Madison Leann Maggiano Michelle Manning Brenda R Maples Ray Maples Gina Marafino Christine Martin Jason W Massey Sheila Matchett Darrell J. MatNs Henry Otis Mathis Jerry Mathis Willie Mathis Willie McCloud Eunice McCoggie Leslie McComb James McDaniel Aretha McDuffie Wiliam McElveen Kelvin McFarland 143 Maia McFarland Keith McGee Kimberly McGee Willie McGee Xavier McGhee Lisa L. McIntosh Nick McKay Lucas McKinnon Charles Scurry concentrates intently on the California Achievement test in his freshman English class. Darrin McLeod Geneva McLowery Meredith McMillan Brian McRae Mary Meadows Russ Melligan Alice Merritt Curtis Miller Kim Miller Mindi Miller Monique Mine hew Calvin Mitchell Chris Mitchell Darlene Mitchell Debbie Mitchell Debra Mitchell Samantha Mitchell Angela Mobley MicheBe Mohs Eddie D. Moody Chul Moon Carlos Moore Ershia S. Moore Lawrence Moore Vonda L. Moran Katrena L Morris Deirdre Morrison Deirdre Morrow 144 Freshmen Take Academics Seriously Margaret Mosby Eric A Moss Marilyn Moss Ralph Moss Jeffrey Motes James Mundy Shawn Murphy Tori Nance Angie L. Nelson Thomas Newsome Tonya Nolan Andre Norwood Tracy Nothern Wanda O'Neal Jose A. Ortiz Angela Owens Albert Patterson Valenci Patterson Jackie Paul Miranda Paulk Tony R. Payne Shelia Payton Lamar Pearson Doug Peck Petra Philips Swandolyn Phillips Michelle Priest Brannen Pruette Deanna Pye Sheila M Quail Tasha Quarterman Scott Ramirez Bettie A Rampley Stephen Raney Daryl Rayford Kimberly Reese Jeffery Register Eleanor Rehberg Wade Renn Timmy Revels Frankie Richardson Bobby G Richardson Dinah Riley Gregory D Robey Lisa Robbins Darryl Roberson Trent Roberson Edna Roberts James Roberts 145 Sophia Roberts Tosha R. Roberts Tommy Roberts Platt A. Robertson Ebony J. Robinson Jackie Robinson Kalynn E. Roop Kenneth J. Rose Eric Rowan Hal Rowe Coleman Rudloph Herbert A. Rumlin Thomas Rumph Clarence E. Ryan Synthia L. Ryan Andy Rykard Jul e E. Sadler Engin Salman Robert Samuel Charvis Satterwhite Cheryl Scarbrough Jeffrey Schkafke Heidi Sc hr oer Angela N. Scott Marjorie M Scott Charles Scurry Michele Scurry Detricia Seawright 146 Freshmen fulback, Isac Caesar, runs the ball for long yardage against Monticello. Florida Valdosta won the game 22-6. Freshmen Continue Winning Tradition Kelli L. Sessions Jamie Liah Sharpe Dexter Sharper Kelly Shelton Eddie Sherman Michael Shore Lori Short Jill Singletary Darrell Sirmans Deldra Sirmans Freddie Sirmans Hoover Sirmans Keith Slobe Bruce Smith Jocqueline Smith James Orville Smith Keith Smith Lisa Smith Steven Smith Ann Sorenson Eric Spencer Gregory Spencer Janice Spencer Karen Spiker Tina St. Cyr Trade Stafford Jennifer Staley Cassandra Stanford Sharon Steedley Anthony Story Joe Strickland Eugene Strickland Samantha Strickland Leigh Struble Laura Stump Wes Sullivan Wiliam Sweat Rose Mary Taormina Shannon Taw Candace Taylor Dixon Taylor Samantha Taylor Travis Taylor Castra Thomas Greg Thomas Lee Thomas Christopher Tindall Marcie Tippett Matthew Tittle Freshmen Receive Leadership And Joseph Tomberlin Nicholas Tomlinson Toni Trapp Erik Tucker Kimberly Ussery Derek Vick Dexter Vinson Sheila Wade Sholanda Wade Stephen Wamright Chad Walker Barbara Walton Runa Ware Debra Washington Natars Washington James Washnock John Washnock Sam Watson Stacy Weis Suzanne Wells Elizabeth Wetherington Lara Wetherington Melissa Wetherington Deanna White Kevin Whigham Larry Whisenant Nicole White Wendi Wilder Christina Wilkinson Hope Williams Felicia Williams Micayle Williams Michael Williams Omega Williams Rejeana Williams Rhonda Williams Ricky Williams Sandra Williams Sharon Williams Stephani Williams Stephen Williams Trachell Williams Vincent Williams To wanna Wilson Jerrold Wiseman Edwin Wolfe Sandra Wolfe Barclay Woodward Judy Woods 148 Guidance From Teachers And Coaches Kimberly Worn Carlton Wright Leeboria Wright Michelle Wright Monica Wright Cathy Yale Leanne Yeager Mable Young Sandra Young Stacy Young Anita Younger Gerard Zeigler Sabrina Daniels Tawanya Mathews Coach John Davis discusses the next play with nineth grade football player A.C. Braswell while Shane Burroughs. Plat Robinson, and Coach James Studstil look on. 149 One instrument does not make a band. One voice does not make a chorus. When organized with others — harmony. Organizations Marchin' Cats Take High Honors Competition consumed a major portion of this year's Marchin' Cats band schedule. Their year began in No- vember with the East Georgia Marching Band Competi- tion. The Cats earned all superior ratings for three band, percussion, drum major, color guard, and drill team. They were the class AAAA winner having best percus- sion, best drum majors, best color guard, and best drill team. In March, the symphonic band competed in the Dis- trict VIIIGMEA Band Festival where it received all superi- or ratings in concert and in sight reading. The success of the Cats could be attributed to the outstanding direction of Daniel Gaultney, Rick Kemmel, Regine W Tana Debbie Bradley. The successes of the Marchin' Cats could not have been accomplished with- out the dedication of its members who worked persis- tently during band camp at VSC which was held August 12-17. April brought about a trip to our nation's capital. Washington D.C. hosted the symphonic and concert bands at the Lincoln Memorial, while the Marchin' Cats performed at the Capitol building. Valdosta High School students participated in Junior and Senior High All-State Band Auditions, All-State Jazz Band, 8th District GMEA Junior and Senior High Clinic bands. District Jazz band clinic, and GMEA Solo and Ensemble Festival. 152 OPPOSITE PAGE TOP: Mr Dan Gaultney en- joys the activities at the homecoming pep- rally OPPOSITE PAGE BOTTOM LEFT: Miss Re- gine Wiely teaches her fourth period color guard including Cheryl Anderson OPPOSITE PAGE BOTTOM RIGHT: Michelle Priest, Blair Barnett, Renee Burgin, Stefanie Webb, and Heather Sumner perform at the homecoming pep-rally TOP: (Kneeling) Micheal Ann Wells, Corey Gay. Marilyn Moss. Monica Battles. Eric Spencer, Marni Freeh. (Standing) Clay Ander- son. Patrick Best, Gregg Cupp, Harvey Free- man. Joey Tomberlin. Napoleon Berrian. Luke Brown, and Cornelius Riley play during a half- time show LEFT: Drum Major Shannon Brooks directs the band at an evening practice ses- sion. 153 Band Maintains Heavy Schedule Before the school year had even begun, the Marchin' Cats were practicing to improve their band skills. The band year commenced with band camp at Valdosta State College held August 12-17. The basic band camp day started at eight o'clock in the morning and lasted until ten thirty that night. These fourteen and a half hour days kept these band mem- bers busy. New half-time shows were learned and prac- ticed. These members adapted very well to the leader- ship of the new drum majors, Jason Yost and Shannon Brooks. Although the band was put through vigorous work in the hot sun. these members found enjoyment in the week. One such enjoyment was the initiation of new members. Old band members especially enjoyed this portion of band camp. These members got their re- venge on the rookies by doing various activites such as embarrassing the new members by throwing food all over them. Band camp prepared the Cats to perform in twelve Valdosta High School half-time shows throughout the football season. They also participated in the Christmas Parade, the Winnersville Cldssic Parade, a Spring Con- cert. and the Southern Open Exhibition. Their final per- formance was graduation. ABOVE: Leanne Yeager and Tony Lewis play during the homecoming half-time show at Cleveland Field LEFT: Patrick Best and Kim Cook present flowers at the tombs of the Unknown Soldiers in Arlington National Ceme- tory ABOVE LEFT: The Marchin’ Cats perform in front of the United States Capitol in Wash- ington. OPPOSITE PAGE TOP: The band per- forms on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial while on the Washington tour OPPOSITE PAGE BOTTOM LEFT:The color guard dances for the students at a pep rally OPPOSITE PAGE BOTTOM RIGHT: Freshmen Deanna HHI gets the full treatment for initation at band camp. 155 Drill Team Adds Sparkle And Shine Drill team members added sparkle and shine to each performance the Marchin' Cats gave. For the first time in the history of the group they attended summer camp. In June the twenty-eight member group attend- ed the Superstar Drill Team Camp sponsored by the University of Georgia in Athens. They came home from camp with the Spirit Award. In November the drill team traveled to Statesboro with the band to compete in the East Georgia Marching Festival. With a superior score of 97, these girls took first place in the contest. This dancing group entertained at the Miss VHS beau- ty pageant and they journeyed to Washington D.C. with the band to perform in front of the Capitol. Tryouts for the 1986 drill team were held in May. Old members were not required to participate. If they choose, they were able to retain their slot on the drill team. Thirteen new girls were chosen to fill the vacan- cies created by graduaation and other reasons. ABOVE: Billie Jo Guess enjoys a refreshing rain shower during half-time. TOP RIGHT: Debra TaBy dances at the homecoming pep rally BOTTOM RIGHT: Jennifer Cummings and Buffy Lynch practice to perfect their dancing skills during fourth period band class OPPOSITE PAGE TOP RIGHT:Paige Braswell. Jarrett Gayle. Claudia Clark. Amy Griffin. Wanda Sermons. Lang Culberth, Leigh Dominey. Robyn Rainwater. Debra Talley. Jennifer Cummings. Kim Kitchens, and Buffy Lynch wait to resume their seats after pre-game activities at Cleveland Field OPPOSITE PAGE LEFT: Wanda Sermons poses during a dance routine at half-time at Cleveland Field OPPOSITE PAGE BOTTOM RIGHT: Paige Braswell. Robyn Rainwater, and Lang Culberth perform at a half-time show 157 ABOVE: Valdosta High Chorus Director Mr Herman Revels conducts the Spring Concert held m the cafeteria TOP RIGHT: Chorus members William Mangraham. Sidney Ryan. Gerald Bryant. Johnathan Spikes. Clarence Ryan, and Owen Davis perform at a Friday morning pep rally RIGHT: Chorus members under the direction of Mr Revels perform dur- ing the spring concert the group held at Val- dosta High 158 Chorus Becomes Ambassadors Dedication and hard work are not new words for the Valdosta High School Chorus. This 150 member group performed in many concerts and events all over the east coast and still found time to present their annual talent show. Under the leadership of director Mr. Herman Revels, the group sang their way up the east coast. They performed at South Carolina State. Fayetteville State, and Valdosta State College. They entertained in Newwark, New Jersey. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Ferandina Beach, Flor- ida, and New York City. In addition to the annual talent show which always draws a large crowd to Mathis Auditorium, the chorus held a spring concert at Val- dosta High. Members were recog- nized for all their hard work at the chorus banquet on May 28. Valdost Mayor Gill Autry designat- ed the Valdosta High School Chorus as the official Goodwill Ambassa- dors for the city of Valdosta Chorus members pose m the gym They are CENTER Eddie Graham and Jimmy Holmes ROW ONE Jefferey Holmes. Valerie Williams, Kacy Williams. Eric Sharper. James Moye. Alphonso Johnson. Sylvester Kitch- en. Willie Scott. Amelia Hammonds. Wanda Watson. Bonita Moore ROW TWO Hubert Davidson. Gerald Bryant. Mark Baker. Kenneth Williams. Hoover Simons. Dexter Sharper. Cedric Carter. Andre Nor- wood. Owen Davis. Bobby Scott. Andre Holmes. Freddie Hankins. Dewayne Singleton. ROW THREE Tony Marshall. William Manghram. Frankie Dailey. Sidney Ryan. Howard Wright, Berme Games. Todd Sykes. Michael McDougai. Cedric Hollis. Kenneth Copeland. Tony Brown. Reginald House. Monroe Gamble ROW FOUR Calvin Burgess. Frank Nelson. Thomas New son. Derrick Jackson. Trent Robinson. Vin- cent Williams. Bruce Scott. Jeffery Lowe. Robert Evans. Ivan Davis. Anthony Brown. Jeffery Stacks ROW FIVE Sammy Wright. Oscar Gnffth. Annos Gardener. Sharone Hope. Donnell Parker. Willie Lewis, Walter Donaldson. David Jackson. Frankie Thomas. Vernon Stewart. Zack Tooley. Alfred Myers. ROW SIX: Sharron Berry. Stephanie Davis. Sabrina Lewis. Yolanda Tooley. Angela Mobley. Valencia Johnson. Samantha Taylor. Ahce Meritt. Annette Thompson. Pauline Register. Cynthia Scurry. Chundra Baker. Lorretta Flucas ROW SEVEN: Sabrina Watson. Angela Green. Serena Gosier. Jennifer Moore. Geneva McLaurien. Paulmosina Wright. Stephanie Williams. Letisha Stibbins. Letisha Williams. Phylis Cambell. Trailda Bell. Victoria Cooper. Caroline Jenkins ROW EIGHT: Annette Brown. Rhonda Freeman. Jackie Wil- liams, Angela Grier. LaTrece Wiliams. LaShundra Slaughter. Mehssa Tillman. Anmssa Knight. Kathleen Livingston. Regina Sirmans. De- Shonda Merrel. Kaye White, Yeganeh Gardener ROW NINE Machine Johnson. Rhonda Henderson. Angela Newton. Angela Daniels. Cyn- thia Moore. Lisa Beaufort. Nicole Davis. Valerie MaCastie. Stephanie Jackson. Crystal Butler. Jamilaiah Sharpe. Meilisa Bradley. Drborah Thomas ROW TEN: Tare Copeland. Kim Macfcson. Felecia Flanders. Loletia Mabry. Teresa Rawls, Charlotte Flanders. Michelle Holms. An- gela Lamar. LaTonya Black. Tracey Cowart. Laura Flucas.. Casandra Johnson ROW ELEVEN Rhonda Williams. Tanya Mabry. Jennifer Too- ley. Tracey Womble. Gwen Evens. Obeatrice Henry. Linda Carter. Tracey Blair. Angela Tooley. Barbara Copeland. Suzane James. Kathy Harris. 159 Teamwork Helps Staff Survive Creation of the 1986 Sandspur consisted of an important collabo- ration of people and ideas. Without the feeling of team work which per- meated through the staff, the year- book would have never made it off the ground. And yet the ''award- winning'' Sandspur made it. The yearbook had to meet dead- lines of both pages and bills. Pages were turned in at a slow but a very steady pace as staffers continued to struggle with raising money. The sales of candy bars were instigated in order to off-set the publishing debt. 1560 candy bars were or- dered and sold. Computers were employed to keep records on the sales of adver- tisements and the writing of copy. The computer proved very effec- tive in correcting and changing er- rors in copy and in captions. TOP BIGHT Miss Terry, the yearbook oOvisor, aids Kimberly Rowe in the organizing of advertisement sales on the computer ABO VC Da- vid N Holland expands on his photographic knowledge by reading during forth period Sandspur Class BIGHT ro meet a deadline, Mi- chael Williams works diligently on one of the final Freshman pages. 160 TOP LEFT: David Holland. John Bennett. Mi- chael Wiliams, and Marty Howell colaberate ideas TOP RIGHT: Ceclia Mead lays out a page BOTTOM LEFT: Sharon Mathis creates signs to promote yearbook sales ABOVE: John Bennett identifies a portrait. FALL QUARTER STAFF Bryan Brown Teresa Carswell Becky Cole Charles Cutforth Mike Farley Peggy Lee Sharon Mathis Chalana McFarland James McIntyre Cecifca Mead Danjta Rosser Kmberly Rowe Matt Stanaland David Holland Michael Wliams WINTER QUARTER STAFF John Bennett Teresa Carswell Bryan Brown Becky Cole Charles Cutforth Mike Farley DeeDee Harris Beth Horns David Hoftand Marty Howel Sam Klement Peggy Lee Katie Louttit Sharon Mathis Chalana McFarland Jimmy McIntyre Ceceia Meod Danita Rosser Kimberly Rowe Matt Stanaland Michael Wihams SPRING QUARTER STAFF Bryan Brown Teresa Carswel Charles Cutforth Jeff Davis Mke Farley Teresa Grace David Holand Sam Klement Peggy Lee Kate Louttit Sharon Mathis Chalana McFarland Ceaka Mead Kimberly Rowe Michoel Wttams John Bennet Beth Horns Matt Stanaland Ange Hotcaveg DeeDee Harris 161 of Key Club Employs Unique Fund Raiser School clubs are always look- ing for new ways to raise money. This year Coach Bob Bolton. Key Club advisor, borrowed an un- usual idea from a west coast school. The students were asked to donate money for the coach they would like to see kiss a pig. Coaches Jerry Don Baker and Bob Bolton were the winners of this prestigous honor. The two coaches kissed the poor pig dur- ing one of the football pep-ral- lies. Other activities in which the Key Club were involved included the purchase of poinsettias for the lobby of the high school at Christmas. Coach Bob Bolton and Key club Chaplin Russ Ru- dolph distributed the poinsettias to the retirement homes in the area as Christmas gifts. Key Club Officers attended the National Key Club Confer- ence held in Phoenix, Arizona in July. President Chaplin Jeff Davis Russ Rudolph Treasurer Secretary Todd Hatcher Troy Toth Vice President Sgt. at Arms Matt Stanaland Marty Howell ABO VC: Key Club officers. Todd Hatcher. Matt Stanaland. Russ Ru- dolph. Advisor Bob Bolton, Jeff Davis, and Troy Toth pose on the front porch of the Garden Center RIGHT: Advisor Coach Bob Bolton pre- sides over a meeting 162 ABOVE LEFT: Key Club Chaplain Russell Dodd Rudolph works in the front office as an office aid ABOVE: Key Club President Jeff Davis speaks during a football pep-rally LEFT: Key Club members Matt Perry. Mike Norton Tol- bert. Andy Griffin. Derek Krone Shaw. Mike Doc McBride. Joey Crosby. Andy Ander- son, and Joe Eithier volunteer for a Key Club project 163 Mat Cats Pledge Time And Support Hardworking, enthusiastic, de- termined, and responsible were the characteristics the mat girls for the 1985-86 wrestling season had to possess. Over 45 girls tried out, and the wrestlers narrowed the field down to 16. These young ladies, under the guidance of sponsors Mrs. Nancy Hjort, Mrs. Faith Cooper, and wrestling coach, Jim Landrum, played an important part during the wrestling season. Their duties included making signs about upcoming matches, cleaning the mats, keeping the score and time at matches, pro- viding refreshments for visiting teams, and keeping up the wrestlers morale. VHS's Mat Girls for 1985-86 were more than just a cheering squad. ABOVt: Lang Culberth puts up spirit signs in the gym TOP: Laurie McAllister ond Denia Denmark review the tournament schedule with Chris Gray RIGHT: Sponsor Mrs. Hjort gives last minute instructions to Dawn Pom- pey. Amy Birch. Tracy Burgsteiner. Chalano McFarland, and Denia Denmark. 164 The 1985-86 Valdosta High Mat Girls are: Row One Tracey Burgsteiner. Shannon Taw. Denia Denmark. Leslie Hagan Second Row: Amy Griffin. Keri Kirby. Amy Burch. Melanie Dennard Third Row: Sponsor Faith Cooper. Freda Lewis. Lang Culberth, Chalana McFarland. Karen Sanchez. Laurie McAllister. Sponsor Nancy Hjort. Photo by David Hottal Coach Jim Landrum goes over last minute details with Marianne Moore. Laurie McAllister. Amy Griffin holds up a weight class sign be- Tracy Burgsteiner. Keri Kirby, and Leslie Hagan. fore a match begins 165 FHA Extends Interests And Influence Members of the Future Home- makers of America Club ex- tended their influence and inter- ests beyond the walls of Valdos- ta High School this year. Their most impressive project was a cystic fibrosis program in which they raised 600 dollars by selling links in a spirit chain. They also sent relief packages to those victims of the earthquake in Mexico. According to club adviser Miss Lisa Smith, FHA would like to dedicate this year to Mrs. Sandra Davis for the sixteen years of hard work and time that she spent with the club. She will retire at the end of this year. OPPOSITE: Natalie Tyler. Vice President; Charlotte Wright. President; STANDING Ellen Shown. Degree Chairman; Kelly Barrett. Hon- or Roll Chairman. Deshonda Merrell. Treasurer; Natalie Bishop. Secretary; and Stephanie Kemp. Public Relations. ABOVE: FFA Members. ROW ONE Kelly Barrett. Stephanie Waddell. Natalie Tyler. Carlos Larry. ROW TWO Teresa Dungan. Jennifer Ash. Renee Inmon. Ellen Shown. Regina Stone. Gloria McGee, Charlotte Wright. Pamela Rome, Deshonda Merrell, Jaime Gagliardie. Melissa Neeley ROW THREE Karen Zahnizer. Advisor. Sondra Davis. Advisor; Barbara Copeland. Stephanie Kemp. Natalie Bishop. Lisa Smith. Advisor 166 TOP: Miss FHA Melanie Meeks, poses with attendants. Deshonda Mor- rell and Charlette Wright before the Homecoming Parade LEFT: Mrs Karen Zahnizer. Stephanie Waddell. Charlotte Wright, and Miss Lisa Smith pose with the spirit chains which represent the money the club raised to fight cystic fibrosis. ABO VE: Mrs Sandra Davis, who is retiring this year, helps Stephanie Kemp and Renae Inmon with their Valentine pillows 167 Military Group Has Active Year One of the most visibly active clubs campus is the ROTC. Their activities range from presenting the flag and performing at pep rallies and football games to traveling across the Southeast. The cadets participated in pa- rades here in Valdosta, Hahira, Fitzgerald, and Ray City. Other events included trips to Orange Park, Florida, Savannah, Blacks Is- land, Paris Island, South Carolina, Kings Bay, and Pensacola, Flor- ida, for either drill meets, orienta- tion, or inspection. The ROTC course is designed to make the student a better person by stressing pride and moral standards. The class is also designed to make the student a better citizen and teaches Naval History. Students take part in daily class work and drill. This year ca- dets dressed in uniform on Wednesday unless, due to the weather or some other school activity, the day was changed. Exams were given monthly to enable the student to advance to a higher rank. The exams were on Naval History and be- came more difficult to pass as the student advanced higher. The Naval Science course of- fers students many rewards. First, not only does the class give the student a sense of moral pride by making him respect himself and his country, but if the stu- dent remains in the Naval Sci- ence course for four years, he can join any branch of the Unit- ed States military at an ad- vanced rank with higher pay. 168 ABOVE: Keith Crider makes final adjustments on the rifles before an inspection at Penso- cola. Florida ABOVE RIGHT: Derrick Slaugh- ter. Melain Seols. Reginald Rose. Alfred Myers. Matt Cup. Marcus Nelson. Ralph Turner, and Keith Crider makes last minute adjustments before the Pensacola Inspection RIGHT: Ca- dets in formation are: Reginald Rose. James Trent. Derrick Slaughter, Marcus Nelson. Matt Cupp. Alfred Myers. Keith Crider. Derrick Ber- rian, Louis Stewart. Thomas Gonyaley. and Todd Sykes ABOVE: Cadets performing in Atlanta. Georgia ore James Trent. Alfred Myers. Clayton Madison. Thomas Gonzales. Louis Stewart. Ralph Turner. Matt Cup. Derrick Caine. Timothy Norwood, and Derrick Slaughter LEFT: Matt Cupp. Alfred Myers. Anthony Browning. Ralph Turner, and Keith Crider rest after competition in Pensacola. Florida. TOP LEFT Ralph Turner. Derrick Slaughter. Anthony Browning and the rest of the rifle team perform at Georgia Tec Stadium in Atlanta. Georgia TOP RIGHT: Reginald Rose gives Zanthia Prophet a hand at a competition in Pensacola. Florida as Clayton Madison. Marcus Nel- son. Debbie Earl, and Willie Demps cheer her on. 169 Annual Event Draws Top Navy Brass Annual Inspection is a day that some cadets dread while others look forward to it. Every year Commander Roberts Burns visits Valdosta High for this event. Inspection is an overall evalua- tion of the cadets in competition for the C-NET Award. Exception- ally sharp cadets are given a personal appearance ribbon. Commander Burns manages Area Six which includes parts of Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. The two and one-half hour in- spection has the cadets rotate from standing at parade rest and at east to attention. For the past two years Valdos- ta has been one of the top ten schools in Area Six. TOP RIGHT: Cadet David Gombas, Mr Bill Al- drich. Mr Kenny Stephens. Mr. Walter Altman. Commander Robert Burns, and Commander Larry Cupp salute the colors at the annual inspection MIDDLE RIGHT: Cadet Matt Cupp stands inspection from Commander Burns. BOTTOM RIGHT: Marcus Nelson awaits his in- spection from Commander Burns. Rhonda Henderson, ond Commander Cupp BELOW: The colors are presented by Zara Sanders. Carlos Moore. Stephen Cam. Charles Hodges, and Norris Henderson. 170 All Photos by Ken Klonlcki FCA Gives Support To Student Athletes One of the most active clubs on campus, The Fellowship Of Christian Athletes is an organiza- tion designed to instill Christian values in student athletes. Basing its message on tradi- tional moral values, the FAC seeks to inspire its members to perform better in sports pro- grams. Club members also strive to set good examples for other students. The major event on the FCA calender comes during Winners- ville week with the Christ Makes Winners Rally held at the Mathis City Auditorium. Held jointly with the Lowndes High FCA, this year's rally fea- tured Wallace Francis of the At- lanta Falcons, and Adian McKin- sie renowned soccer player. Russ Rudolph, club president, gave a testimonial at the rally. HR i M r a Lowndes I CA. Aakes Winners liM til 11 1 ABOVE: Jack Brinkly. Pete Stone. Wallace Francis. Nick Hyder. Russ Rudolph, Brad Almon. Jody Platt, and Susan McCloud attend the Christ Makes Winners Rally TOP LEFT: KNEELING: James Washnock, Lee Thomas. Rodney Wilson, Wode Lindsey. Jackie Morgan. Kenneth Gonis. Todd Hatcher, and Matt Lawrence. STANDING: David Hazelhurst. Jett Bridges. Matt Tittle. Ben Hogan. Jay Hollingsworth. Brad Hotard. Jett Davis. Coleman Rudolph. Russ Rudolph. Troy Toth. Paul Rainey. Walt Gill. Joey Tippet, Matt Standland. Ashley Monman. Les Wilburn. Louis Gonis. Gary Holmes. Earl Sellers. Louis Sellers. Shawn Johnson LEFT: OFFICERS — KNEELNG Troy Toth and Todd Hatcher. STANDING: Matt Standland. Russ Rudolph, and Jeft Davis. Council For years, the Student Council has been known primarily as 'The Homecoming Club.' This year, as well as sponsoring Homecoming festivities and the dance, the group diversified and added several new activities to its agenda. These new events included helping with flowers on Valen- tine's Day, decorating the Christ- mas tree in the lobby, serving re- freshments at the Miss V.H.S. Adopts New pageant, sponsoring an anti- drinking and driving campaign in the winter, and the first annual Spring Fling dance. Class elections were held dur- ing the first week in May. Each class elected its officers and four representatives to the council. By taking surveys, the group also worked toward changing the lunchroom menus to better suit the students' tastes. Image Danita Rosser President Jason Yost Vice President Margaret Anne Sineath Secretary-T reasurer 172 Photo David LEFT: Joe Paoletti. Billie Jo Guess. Stephenie Culverhouse. Deanne Dasher. Beth Harris. Anne Wansley. Keri Kirby. Georgia Graves, and Laurie McAllister, prepare for the Spring Fling dance. ABOVE LEFT: Georgia Graves and Danita Rosser help with Valentine's Day Flowers ABOVE RIGHT: President Danita Rosser. Vice President Jason Yost. Secretary-Treasurer Margaret Anne Sineath. and Sponsor Mrs Nancy Hjort pose for an officers picture OPPOSITE PAGE LEFT: President Donita Rosser presides over a meeting while Joe Paoletti. Margaret Anne Sineath. Deanne Dasher. Jason Yost, Paul Rainey. Laurie McAllister. Ebony Robinson. Rusty McCall. Stephanie Culverhouse. Beth Horris. Brian Harris and Brian Dufek listen closely OPPOSITE PAGE RIGHT: Rudloph Major, John Coughlin. Napoleon Berrian, Blair Barnette. Bobby Sheffield, Owen Davis, and Rick Williams enjoy refreshments served at the Homecoming Dance by Mrs Nancy Hjort OPPOSITE PAGE BOTTOM: 1985-86 Student Council poses for a group picture FRONT ROW: Erica Miller. Vanessa Hubbard. Amy Faircloth. Deanne Dasher. Keri Kirby. Alison Buie. Lara Wetherington. Georgia Graves. Joy O'Neal 2nd ROW: Laurie McAlister. Anne Warsley. Joe Paoletti. Stephanie Culverhouse. Dawn Pompey. Wendy Griffin. Poul Rainey. Danita Rosser. Rhonda Henderson. Brian Dufek. Michael Schmier. 3rd ROW Jason Yost. Marilyn Moss. Margaret Ann Sineath. Kathy Harris. Ebony Robinson 4th ROW Bilie Jo Guess. Beth Harris. Russ Rudolph. Eric Anderson, Rusty McCall, and Addison Ricks 173 ABOVE Joy Myddleton and June Powers discuss their injuries at the Tifton game RIGHT: Laura Smith. Tracy Osborne. Leslie Jagan. Leah Jaszczak. and Wendy Connell sadly watch the final seconds of the Homecoming game TOP: Football cheerleaders pose for their year- book picture SittingLeslie Hagan. Co-Captain April Nijem. Wendy Cornell. Captain Frankie Keeling, and Beth Harris. Kneeling June Powers. Stephanie Culverhouse, Michelle Greene, and Tracy Os- borne Standing Joy Middleton. Leah Jaszczak. and Laura Smith. Photo by David Hoi 174 Emotional Group Remains Loyal To Team Emotions constantly ran high for this year's football cheerlead- ing squad. There was the emo- tional high of winning a spirit stick and being nominated for an award of excellence at NCA summer camp. When football season got un- der way, cheerleaders trans- ferred this high to the students and fans each Friday night. Emotions came to a peak dur- ing homecoming week, and plummeted Friday night as the Colquitt County Packers defeat- ed the Cats. The cheerleaders snapped back and remained the most loyal supporters of the Cats. LEFT: April Nijem. Leslie Hagen, and Beth Harris put up signs for a city wide pep rally. BELOW: Juniors Leslie Hagen, Michelle Green, Joy Myddleton. and Laura smith yell tor their class during the homecoming pep rally BOTTOM; Laura Smith and Joy Myddleton tearfully watch the end of the homecoming game with Colquitt County 175 ABOVE: Meredith McMillion carries a bat back to the dugout TOP; Batgirls pose for their yearbook picture They are. sitting. Marilois Owens. Tracy Burgsteiner. Shannon Taw Kneeling Meredith McMillian. Sharon Mathis. Robyn Rainwater. Laura McMillan Standing. Laura Smith. Stephanie Culverhouse. Karen Ray. Deborah Talley. Deania Denmark RIGHT: Deborah Talley and Stephanie Culverhouse chat while tending the gate before the game 176 Batgirls Essential To Team Spirit Twelve girls, all members of the sophomore and junior classes, made up the 1986 Batgirl squad. The girls were selected in the fall by a panel of judges composed of Valdosta High School faculty. Batgirls have many duties. They act as moral builders for the team, make sure all equipment is on hand during the game, bag up the equipment after the game, work in the concession stand, tend the gates, and make sure the dugout is clean. At both out of town and home games, batgirls serve as their team's biggest fans. ABOVE: Batgirl Stephanie Culverhouse fetches the bat. while Art Bass speaks with the Modison County catcher during the Ber- rien County Tournament TOP: Batgirls Marilois Owens. Deania Denmark, Laura McMillan. Stephanie Culverhouse. Shannon Taw. and Tracy Burgesteiner look on at the game dur- ing the Berrien County Tournament LEFT: Bat- girls Sharon Mathis. Trocy Burgsteiner. Karen Ray. Robyn Rainwater, and Laura Smith talk with Mr Cox during a home game Strong Spirit Unifies Group Because of their strong sense of school and squad spirit, this year's basketball cheerleaders were able to overcome several obsticles. Due to overlapping football and basketball seasons, they faced the usual uncertain schedule of games. The group faced these changes with good humor and were present for all the games when they finally were played. For the first time ever, the squad attended NCA cheer- leading summer camp as a se- parate group. They learned new cheers, dances, and stunts while at camp. Perhaps the most difficult ob- sticle to overcome came in the uniform department. The squad had to build its own uniform sup- ply. By providing the concession at the Valdosta Kennell Club's Au- gust match, selling sponsorships, and with a little help from Mr. Al- drich, the cheerleaders were able to get off to a good start in acquiring their own uniforms. RIGHT: Varsity basketball cheerleaders pose on front campus They are Nanci Nichols, Co- Captain. Michelle Green, Captain: Michelle Johnson, Lynn Stuart. Caterina McHellen. Gina Hampton, and Margaret Ann Sineath TOP RIGHT: Cheerleaders Nanci Nichols. Mi- chelle Green. Michelle Johnson. Margaret Ann Sineath. Gina Hampton, and Amanda Keener cheer for the Lady Wildcats 178 New Squad Adds Spirit Being the new kid on the block meant many new exper- iences for the freshman class, dne important one was the reestablishment of the junior var- sity cheerleading squad. Eight girls cheered for the ninth grade football and basketball teams. The group created a great deal of interest in the ninth grade teams and helped to increase the crowds at home games for basketball and football. The girls gained very valuable cheer- leading experience. Many of them later tried out for varsity squads. Junior Varsity cheerleaders raised money for uniforms by sell- ing sponsorships for fhe football program. ABOVE: Junior Varsity cheerleaders pose for their yearbook picture They are Meredith Coogan. Captain. Amy Harrell, Leanne Yeager. Allison Buie. Lara Wetherington. Nicole White. Margaret Mosby. and Heidi Schroer TOP BIGHT: Leanne Yeager performs an original dance made up by the squad Leanne is dressed in the theme of homecoming The original dance routine was composed by Mer- edith Coogan and Allison Buie TOP LEFT: Margaret Mosby cheers for the ninth grade football team at an afternoon game at Valdosta High. All home games were played on the practice field 179 ABOVE: FBI A members pose on picture day ROW ONE: Angie Jaramilo. Nancy Shiver, Pam Hoover, Stephanie Moody. Mandy Greene, Marie Roy. Chris Lorence, Luz Maria Zea. Edith Wells. Tanya Cole. Marcia Harris. ROW TWO Desha Mobley. Byron Williams. Cynthia Prophet. Kimberly Rowe. Sojournia Flucas. Debra Moody. Tracey McCray. Misti Rowe. Kimberly Jenkins. Tina Johns. Stephanie Butler. ROW THREE: Tony Harrington. Leslie Causey. Charlana McFarland, William Dixon. Curtis Williams. Travis Cox. Magerline John- son. Dawn Pompey. Reggie Payne. Khatonia Otey. Carol Jones. Ralph Turner. Faylene Joyner. Deborah Thomas. Randy Bell. Debra Waters. Eric Robinson. Mrs. Maxine Martin. Mrs. Barbara Welch. Robin Alger. Mrs. Jewell Metts. Mrs Barbara Edmondson. Mrs Judy Grant, Mrs. Janeen Josey. RIGHT: Kimberly Rowe. President. Frankie Keeling. Reporter; Misty Rowe. Treasurer; Tina Johns. Parliamentarian. Michele ABigood. Vice President, and Debra Moody. Secretary pose on picture day 1BC Active Members Achieve Goals Keeping the FBLA organization active in school and community activities was one of this year's major goals for the group. Having a Region II vice- president, Frankie Keeling, within the local chap- ter taught members responsibility and depend- ability toward FBLA. Officers and a few members attended various FBLA conferences during fhe past school year. Included in these conferences were the Fall Leadership Conference in Savannah, Georgia; Region II Conference in Valdosta. and Region VI Mini Conference also in Valdosta. Participating in school activities such as making spirit signs, contributing to the annual food drive, and giving poinsetfias to nursing homes at Christ- mas kept the members of the FBLA busy for the school year. Community services were contributed by visit- ing nursing homes, giving out fruit baskets, and participating in an exhibit at the South Georgia Legion Fair. ABOVE: Valdosta High FBLA President Kimberly Rowe arid Vice- President Michele Alligood look on as Mayor Ernest Nijem signs a proclamation declaring February 9-15 as FBLA Week in Valdosta TOP RIGHT: Senior Magerline Johnson tils her plate during the VOT luncheon BOTTOM RIGHT: Michelle Brunson speaks during the VOT luncheon 181 Beta Keeps Although the Valdosta High chapter of the National Beta Club was not excessively active this year, they did keep such tra- ditions as requiring a 90 average in all academic classes, attend- ing the annual Beta Convention and having the Beta Banquet. The Convention was held in Atlanta in February. The twelve representaties from Valdosta in- cluded Eric Anderson, Debbie Bailey, Tim Brady, Dee Dee Clark, Kathy Harris, Angie Hotcaveg, Leah Jaszczak, Becky Long, Jim- my McIntyre, Veta Mobley, Ann Singletary, and Joey Tippett. These students competed in many events with Kathy Harris winning second place in the math competition. High Academic Standings Photo by Gamer Walker RIGHT: Beta Club Officers. Ann Singletary. Secretry and Treasurer. Jason Yost. Vice President, and Angie Hotcaveg. President, pose on the front lown during club picture day TOP RIGHT: Beta Club mem- bers pose on front campus They are Row One: Timmy Lee. Michael Williams. Matt Winters. Louis Gonis. Philip Meeks. Jason Yost, Scott Williams, Jason Crosby. Todd Hatcher. Jimmy McIntyre, and Tim Brady. Row Two Melanie Seals. Minal Patel. Lucy Tombertin. Marty Graves. Elizabeth Crane. Tina Johns. Becky Long, Angie Hotcaveg, Kathy Harris, Veta Mobley. Ann Singletary, Leah Jaszczak, June Powers. Beth Harris, and Michael Schmier row Three David Gombds. Angela Alexander. Terri Longielier, Jill Bryan. David Peoples. Michelle Bradley. Donna Blocker. Tab Robinson. Byron Williams, Debbie Bailey. Chris Hendry. Simon Lee. Rob Mason. Rusty McCall, Joey Griffin, and Beta Club sponsor. Mrs Smart Row Four Russ Rudolph. Andy Ander- son, Tony Harris, Eric Anderson, and Joey Tippett MIDDLE RIGHT: Angie Hotcaveg. Leah Jaszczak. Becky Long, and Ann Singletary enjoy their spare time at the Beta Convention ABOVE: Mrs Shee- ley. Debbie Bailey. Melanie Seals. Walter Altman, Mr Bill Aldrich, and Mrs Smart fill their plates at the Beta Banquet. Small Club Has Impact Y-Club is an organization for Christian teenagers. Club mem- bers participated in such ac- tivities as chorus, flag corps, cheerleading, and student council. They also sponsored a car in the Homecoming Parade and had a joint garage sale with the Park Avenue Methodist Youth Group. RIGHT: Tina Jones, Rosaline Thompson, Cindy Supp. and Faylene Joyner wave to the crowd from the Y-Ckjb car in the Homecom- ing Parade BELOW: Y-Club members are First row — Tina Johns, Teresa CarsweH. Jane Lingefelt. Second row — Kim Kult, Marilois Owens, Kimberly Rowe, Carol Jones. Lynn Fel- ton. Sarah Strong. Sponsor Mr Kelly Dees Third row — Laura Walker. Faylene Joyner. Darlene Joyner, and Brian Brown. 183 Club Places High In Skill Olympics VICA was one of the most active clubs on campus this year. National VICA week was ob- served from February 9 through 15. Members gave candy to the teacher's on Valentine's Day and had a display in the library. Area Skill Olympics held in Adel, proved that VICA members were on top of the pack with nine first place winners, three second place winners, and three third place winners. In Columbus, the District Skill Olympics had six members of the Valdosta High School VICA club place. One second place winner, and four third place winners went to the state competition in Atlanta on April 25, 26, and 27. Of the three VICA breakfasts one was held for administrators. Club members participated in the Homecoming Parade and had a Starbusters dis- play at Valdosta Junior High. Atlanta was the location for several events such as the Fall Leadership Conference, Spring Leadership Conference, and the state competi- tion winners from the District Skill Olympics. ABOVE: VCA Officers pose on picture day FRONT ROW Ronni Bartholomew. President. Chris Gray. Vice President; Amy Kinneman. Secretary. BACK ROW Shari Gross. Advisor. Brent Devane, Advisor. Mark Lees. Advisor. Wendy Herndon. Parliamentarian TOP LEFT: VCA Advisor and wrestling coach. Jim Lan- drum. goes over judging requirements with Mat Girls LEFT: VCA Vice-President. Chris Gray, poses in front of the display exhibited on “Starbusters Night ' at the Valdosta Junior High School OPPOSITE PAGE TOP RIGHT: President. Ronm Bartholomew, poses in the driver's seat of the VCA Club's entry to the Homecoming Parade OPPOSITE PAGE BOT- TOM: VCA Club members pose for the pho- tographer on picture day FRONT ROW Jeff Bayless. Patrick Stephenson. Chris Gray. Regi- na Mathis. Anita Stanley Abigail Branch. April Nijem. Jason Myddleton. Beth Harris. Sam Cle- ments. Beverly Emory. Brian Dufek. SECOND ROW Wendy Herndon. Sonja Williams. Lelia Johnson. Cathy Danapilis, Danita Rosser. Ca- tehna McHellen. Amy Kinneman. Greg John- son. Becky Broadfoot. Brett Tinney, Kibby Wagner. THIRD ROW Jane Lmgefelt, Anthony Freeman. Dana Young. Kim Hawke. Shari Gross. FiFi Burgess. Ronni Bartholomew. Lew LeFiles. Wally Barker. Brent Pipkins, David Brogdon. Brian Jenkins. Brita Butler. Stan Wil- liams. Bill Bickers. Advisor — Jim Landrum. BACK ROW Tim Harris. Tony Harris. Regina Mill- er, Billy Freeh. Cedrick Tillman. Art Bass. Mark Lees. Brent DeVane. Frank Ryan. Mark Stal- vey 186 DECA Maintains High State Ratings Distributive Education students worked hard for their District Competition in Lyons, Georgia, on February 15, seventeen stu- dents placed in nineteen events with eleven of these receiving 1st place awards. During the weekend of March 21-23, the State Competition was held in Savannah, Georgia. Seven students placed in this event. Among their other activities DECA students sold homecom- ing mums. They also sold barbe- cue tickets. DECA had a display at the South Georgia Legion Fair. The club members met for breakfast at Shoney's several times during the year. At their thirty-eighth annual Employer — Employee Banquet the following awards were pre- sented: Best All-Around, Robin Weeks; Rookie of the Year, Si- mon Lee; Most Valuable, Jane McLeod; and Most Outstanding in DECA, Scott Williams. TOP LEFT: DECA Club members Leslie Martin. Cheryl Daughdrill. and Sam Pearson prepare to give out Homecoming mums BOTTOM LEFT: Wendy Winder. Simon Lee. Robyn Weeks. Scott Williams, ond Jone McLeod pose with their trophies after the Employer- Employee banquet OPPOSITE PAGE: TOP: DECA Club members pose on Club Picture Day: TOP ROW: Robert McMichen. Cliff Miley. Mark McLeod. John Dowd, Todd Holtzclaw. Jeff Be . Roderick Netter, Robert Bogley. and Jerry Smart ROW TWO Tammy Johnson. Mondy Smitherman. Ron Cowart, John Milam. Sam Pearson. Reggie Merrit. Robert Cara- way, Steve Hazlehurst. Andy Anderson. James Evans, Simon Lee. Kelly Rowe. Rob Ma- son. ROW THREE: Mr Norman Green. Jennifer Coleman. Ralph Guerino. Ernie Bishop, Ramo- na Hornbuckle. Anne Singletary. Kacy Jones. Laura Arnold, Cheryl Doughdrill, Angie Hotca- veg. Robby Roberson. Megan Wallace ROW FOUR: Leslie Martin. Lisa Singletary. Amanda Keener. Elizobeth Marconi. Julie Davis. Shan- non Hasty. Dee Dee Hughs. Donna Blocker, Wendy Wilder, and Vicki Lawson ROW FIVE: Wright Coley. Joey Crosby. Scott Williams. Ross Smith. Jane McCloud. Billie Jo Guess. Al- len Burns, Becky Long, and Robyn Weeks. 187 Debate Team Places First In Region Debate made a giant leap forward this year. They formed a booster club, created a public speaking and debate class, and hosted the regional tournament for several South Georgia re- gions. These three steps helped lead the varsity team of Charles Cutforth, Paul Conrad, Kelly Shel- ton, and Jay Conell to a first place win in regional competi- tions and fifth place at state. The resolution for the 85-86 season is Resolved: That the Fed- eral Government should estab- lish a comprehensive national policy to protect the quality of water in the United States. To answer this resolution, the debate team wrote a plan call- ing for the inceneration of all hazardous waste. ABOVt: Debate Coach Frank Hjort talks to English classes after the team presented a practice round presentation before the re- gion tournament TOP RIGHT: The alternative team of Jay Connel and Charles Cutforth search through their research during their prep time at the region tournament at Val- dosta High RIGHT: Coach Frank Hjort. Paul Conrad, and Mark Taormina tell eighth grad- ers about debate at Star Jammers Night Photos by Mike Farley 188 ABO VE: Members of the debate team are. FftST ROW Leann Maggino, Susie Grant. Kelly Shelton. Robby H� gdon SECOND ROW Johnlee Ingram. Coach Frank Hjort. Matt Winters. Mark Taormina. Ed Castalose. and Jay Hollingsworth THIRD ROW Jennifer Guest. David Hazlehurst. Paul Conrad. Charles Cut- forth. Edward Hart. Jay Connell and Anne Clark LEFT: The negative varsity team of Paul Conrad and Kelly Shelton works on their speeches during Prep Time at the region Tournament. Paul Conrad President Charles Cutforth Vice-President Jennifer Guest Secretary David Hazzlehurst Treasurer 189 Math Team Wins Number Setting winning records is noth- ing new to Valdosta High stu- dents. And this year's Math Team was no exception. Mr. Mike Rogers and Mr. Jimmy Bos- tock led the team to victory in many math competitions. One such event was the Coastal Plains CESA Math Tournament. The Math Team has been able to capture first place in this compe- titon for twelve consecutive years. Along with standardized tests, Mr. Rogers and Mr. Bostock em- ployed the use of timed prob- lems to prepare the team. The Star Student, Louis Gonis, spear- headed the journey to victory. 190 TOP BIGHT: Math Team poses In the Math Department Computer Room Mr Jimmy Bos- tock. June Anderson. Anne Clark. Jimmy Mdntlre. Louis Gonis, Tim Brady. Joey Tom- berim. Rusty McCall. Angelia Alexander. Jill Brydn. Tim Lee. Michael Smith. Greg Leong, Jonny Gromman. Mr Mike Rogers SEATED Terry Longieliere. Lucy Tomberlin. Roslyn Johnson. Kathy Harris. Michael Schmier, Tracy McCray. Scott Ear� . NOT PICTURED Mike Far- ley. Jan Hartzog. Tracy McCray. Lawerence Moore ABOVE: Mr Rogers passes out paper for a Georgia Math League test MIDDLE RIGHT: in the Little Theater Mike Farley tries to conquer a math problem RIGHT: Leading mdth team members Kathy Harris and Louis Gonis pose in the computer room. Club Prepares Youth Although many of the clubs at Valdosta High School are simply of a fraternal nature, the Indus- trial Arts Club is different. It is a club which effec- tively prepares students for the future. The main idea of the Industrial Arts Club is to give students a broad knowledge of wood work- ing skills which lays a foundation for those going on to vocational careers. Each year the Industrial Arts Club sets certain basic goals which the students must accomplish by the end of the year. This year the club mem- bers, in addition to their classwork, made safety posters and built and designed their dreamhouse. Other activities done by the club included meeting twice a month and selling candy for their annual trip. The club's main function was traveling to Atlanta in April for the State Industrial Arts Con- ference. Industrial Arts Club member ore Seated Antonette Johnson, Tracey Roberts. Regina Sermons. Adriane Williams Standing Eugene Strick- land. Michael Rominger. Jim Wright. Brenda Copeland. Keigh Beal, and Boris Howard 191 Hard Working Group Performs Well Broadway actors spend countless hours preparing for their roles. Valdosta High drama students spent similar hours in a class created especially for them. Amateurs were given the opportunity to learn all about acting while veteran actors per- fected stage techniques. Many of these drama students applied the techniques learned in class, experience, natural tal- ent, and hard work to produce the one-act play “The Outcasts of Poker Flat. Their hard work helped the six students who ac- tually starred in the production. The group received a second place standing in the region competition. Two of the ac- tresses, Christine Buel and Liza Wallace, received Best Ac- tresses in the region. 192 ABOVE RIGHT Chalandra Harris and Chalana McFarland memorize their lines for drama class TOP LEFT Philip Meeks strangles Barry Golivesky during the one-act play. 'The Outcasts of Poker Flat. TOP RIGHT Barry Golivesky lights his candle during dress rehearsal for the one-act play. BOTTOM LEFT: Ellen Shown displays her make-up work during Mrs Pulliams drama class OPPOSITE PAGE TOP Toby Baskins admires Christine Buel's guitar playing during a presentation fo the one-act play. OPPOSITE PAGE BOTTOM: Drama class students sitting Blair Barnett. Leia Jaszczak. Teresa Carswell. Ellen Shown. Anna Faircloth. Jrtl Lingefelt. and Rosalyn Thompson Standing Becky Cole. Philip Meeks. Christine Buel. Ta- mara McCraney. James Trent. Mandy Green. Toby Baskins, and Carol Jones. 193 Innovative Projects Key FLC's Success Innovative projects were the key to the suc- cess of this year's Foreign Language Club. The club participated in the Thanksgiving can goods drive and their major project of the year was sending Christmas relief boxes to the earthquake victims in Mexico. FLC was also responsible for donating a cas- sette recorder to the language teachers, and for sending two students to a total immersion lan- guage camp. Club sponsors Mr. Gert Keith and Mrs. Patty Smitherman kept members active painting signs during the football season. They entered the club officers in a car in the homecoming parade and had a Christmas luncheon at China Garden. ABOVE:Foreign Language Club members pose m the pit. ROW ONE: James Chandler, Chalana McFarland. Penny Little. Denia Denmark, Laura McMillan. Morgaret Ann Sineath. June Gartmen. Blair Barnett. ROW TWO: Sonjie Barnes. Dawn Pompey. Joy O'Neal. Veta Mobley. Sabrina Watson. Carlis Moses. Tangela Brown. Taura Wolker, FiFi Sirmans. Angela Greene. Dee Dee Clark. Michele Bolton, and Misty Rowe ROW THREE: Sheila Payton. Len Davis. Erika Duckworth. Erica Miller. Evette Plather. Tab Robinson. Deborah Thomas. Mrs. Patty Smitherman. Mari McFarland. Darlene Joyner. Debra Waters. Fay- lene Joyner. Carol Jones, Kabsa Brown. Katonya Otey. ROW FOUR: Marilois Owens. Rosalyn Thompson. Sara Strong. Barry Bolivesky, Rhonda Davis. Pam Gulley. Theresa Moore. Debbie Bailey. Theresa Carswell. Lisa Sherer. Nancy Nichols. David Ford. Matt Winters. Ste- phen Brown. Mike Brown, Byron Riley, and Michael Williams TOP: FLC officers and board members are ROW ONE: Matt Winters. Debbie Bailey. Dawn Pompey. Darlene Joyner. Erica Miller, and Erika Duck- worth. ROW TOW: Chalana McFarland. Faylene Joyner. Steven Brown. Evette Plather. Sheila Payton, and Rosalyn Thompson. 194 ABOVE: Senior Steven Brown listens atten- tively during a morning meeting of the For- eign Language Club. LEFT:President Chalana McFarland writes the agenda for a meeting on the board TOP LEFT: Spanish Vice-Presi- dent Dawn Pompey and club sponsor Mrs Patty Srmtherman review topics to be dis- cussed at the next meeting. 195 Club Continues Service Tradition As in the past, the 1985-86 Pams Club continued its tradition as a service club. The club par- ticipated for the 4th consecutive year in the Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive for retarded citizens, contributed to the Y- Club school drive for canned goods at Thanksgiving, gave away a Christmas basket to the needy, and sponsored an Easter Egg Hunt at the Care House, a local kindergarden. What exactly does PAMS stand for? This is a question all PAMS members are asked. PAMS is an acronym in which P stands for Personality, A for Appear- ance, M for Morals, and S for Ser- vice. The PAMS club had a very ac- tive social calendar. They be- gain the year with a social for new members at Sponsor Mrs. Mobley's home. Valentines Day brougth about a formal ball. ABOVE: 1985-86 PAMS CLUB FIRST ROW Cholana Mcrorland. Teasa Newsome. Erica Miller. Jay Oneol. Michelle Greene. Sharon Mathis. Todd Sykes. Dawn Pompey. Regina Mathis. Veto Mobley. Avis Wil- son. Amelia Hammonds. Kathy Harris SECOND ROW Tony Hender- son. Bernard Hitson. Monroe Gamble. Fifi Sirmons. Angelina Sermons. Dauphanne Woods. Erika Duckworth. Charlotte Wright. Rhonda Henderson. Bndgette Davis. Bonita Moore. Yeganeh Gardner. Sheila Hunter. DeeDee Clark. Frankie Keeling, Magerline Johnson. Sonji Barnes. Zanthia Prophet. Jimmy Holmes. Ira Wenze. Marty Anderson THIRD ROW Michelle Johnson. Vanessa Hubbard. Don Ryan. Randy Ben, Regina Sirmons. Serena Strickland. Sonya Wilhams. Daphne Hammonds. Desha Mobley. Tracey Hubbard. Veronica Graham. Gwen Parker. Caterina McHellen. Sydney Ryan. Latrece Williams. Cynthia Prophet TOP: Pams Club Officers President. Kathy Harris. Vice-President. Chalana McFarland. Secretary. Amelia Hammonds. Parliamentarian. Don Ryan. Treasurer. Dawn Pompey. Chaplain. DeeDee Clark. Assistant Secretary. Bonita Moore ABOVE: PAMS members Kathy Harris. Diedra Williams Latrici WiBiams. Gwen Parker, and Chalana McFarland pose in front of Cinderella's Castle during their summer trip to Walt Disney World TOP I££f;Miss PAMS Amelia Hammonds and her attendants Caterina McHel- len and Tracy Hubbard ride in the homecoming parade in downtown Valdosta. ABOVE RIGHT: Sponsor Mrs Patricia Rayford discusses planned events at a meeting in the pit. 197 The strides are tong. The practice never stops. The achievement is lasting. Sports 200 Wildcats Chalk Up 600th Win Discovering how to follow a national championship season, suffering the loss of three key players, and determining who would start as quarterback were three handicaps which plagued the 1985 Wildcats. Any one of these would have put a team at a disadvantage. These did not however, stop the Cats as they outscored their first five oppo- nents 106 to 13. Defense was the key to the first half of the season. The Bull- dogs from Thomasville fell 10-6 in the season opener in which Hurri- cane Elena caused unfavorable conditions throughout the entire game, The Waycross Bullgdogs en- tered Death Valley the next week and were chained by a 10-0 victory. The highlight of the night was Regional Dandy's 43 yard scoring punt return. Death Valley then welcomed the Monroe Tornadoes. The Wildcat offense drew first blood to beat the Tornadoes 28-0. Next came a Saturday date with the Patriots of Westover in Albany. The Cats won 37-7. In the Wildcats first Region 1- AAAA subregion game against the Bainbridge Bearcats, the of- fense's timing and blocking ex- celled. The result was a 21-0 vic- tory over the Bearcats. This added win number 600 to the school's colorful football his- tory. BIGHT: The officials signal William Dixon s touchdown in the Monroe game Marty Howell. Lyn Johnson, and Russ Rudolph aided in the scoring drive. ABOVE: Kelvin Miller puts pressure on the Bearcat's quarterback The win gave Valdosta its 600th victory in the schools history. SCOREBOARD Valdosta 10 Thomasville 0 Valdosta 10 Waycross 6 Valdosta 28 Monroe 0 Valdosta 37 Westover 7 Valdosta 21 Bainbridge 0 Valdosta 14 Tifton 0 Valdosta 10 Central 7 Valdosta 14 Colquitt 21 Valdosta 10 Dougherty 0 Valdosta 0 Lowndes 10 REGION 1-AAAA PLAYOFFS Valdosta 14 Colquitt 13 Valdosta 7 Lowndes 14 BELOW: Reginald Dandy, accompanied by Tony Johnson. Joey Matches. and team cap- tain Dwayne Hart, completes a 48 yard punt return against Waycross LEFT: Jodie Sprinkle and Jeff Davis pave the way for running back Tony Manghram as he gains yards against Thomasville. 201 ABOVE: With an assist from Earl Carter, quar- terback Greg Talley advances against the Doughtery High Trojans ABOVE RIGHT: Jer- ome Calloway outsteps a Colquitt County defender with help from Tony Manghram RIGHT: Tony Manghram breaks away from a Lowndes Vikings as Todd Hatcher and Jeff Davis block downfield OPPOSITE PAGE BOT- TOM: Todd Hatcher removes the obstacles for Jeffrey Holmes' touchdown m the Central of ThomasviHe Game 202 Cats Face Tougher Second Half Valdosta began the second half of its regular season still un- defeated and facing a host of worthy opponents. Tift County invaded Death Valley on a warm Friday night. Dwayne Hart returned an inter- ception 75 yards for the only touchdown in the first half. The Blue Devils were pressured all night by the defensive line but never scored. William Dixon scored in the third quarter to push the cats ahead to stay at 14-0. Central's Yellow Jackets were swarming as the Wildcats invad- ed their nest in Thomasville. For the first time in the season. Val- dosta found itself struggling to put points on the scoreboard. Late in the fourth quarter on a third and 25 situation, senior Jef- fery Holmes ran 36 yards for a firsf down. Tony Manghram added 32 yards which set up the go ahead touchdown by Holmes. Homecoming was not a joyous occasion for the Wildcats and their fans. The Colquitt County Packers ended a twenty-two game winning streak when they upended the Cats 21-14. Dougherty High's Trojans host- ed the Cats the next week in Albany. The only touchdown of the night came from Greg Tal- ley's 19 yard scoring run. Junior Dan Tillman added to the score by kicking a 33 yard field goal which boosted the Cats over the Trojans 10-0. An open week for the Cats provided extra practice for the annual Winnersville Classic against Lowndes County. More than 13,000 fans wit- nessed the game. Valdosta's of- fense performed well but was unable to put up any points. The turning point of the game came as the Viking put together a 99 yard scoring drive. Lowndes defeated the Cats, for the first time since 1980, by a score of 10-0. This left both teams with identical 2-1 subre- gion records. The two schools would meet again in the playoffs. Cats Win Round One But Fall Short In Final Playoffs mean single ellimination in most cases. In Region 1-AAAA, it can mean most anything and any match-up. The Wildcats would show their true desire to win when they traveled to Moultrie to play the Packers for the second time. The key to winning the game would have to be the offense. Not only did the offensive line perform to perfection but the defensive line pounded the Packer's T.J. Edwards and James Lee until they finally cracked, causing key turnovers and mis- takes leading to a Cat victory. The Cats and their fans loaded up once more for the trip to Mar- tin Stadium to challenge the Lowndes Vikings for the 1-AAAA Region title. Once again, the defense per- formed to perfection as Bill Kirby and Jerome Callaway intercept- ed two Bobby Eason passes. The Wildcat offensive however could not navigate against the aggressive Viking defense. The Cats never gave up, and were driving to the Viking goal line as time expired. Valdosta ended its 1985 season falling short of the region crown with the 14-7 loss to Lowndes County. 204 ABOVE: Matt Stanaland and Jeff Davis pro- tect quarterback Greg Talley as he rolls out for a pass against Lowndes in the 1-AAAA Regional playoff LEFT: Troy Weis paves the way for Tony Manghram in the region playoff against Lowndes OPPOSITE PAGE TOP: Head Coach Nick Hyder call instructions from the sideline OPPOSITE PAGE BOTTOM: Coach Jack Rudolph calls time out to confer with Jerome Calloway. Walt Gill. Troy Toth. Eric Larry. Kelvin Miller. Dwayne Hart, and Sea- bron Williams about defensive strategy in the Region 1-AAAA playoff 205 ABOVE: FIRST ROW Greg Talley. Timmy Holmes. Charles Steward. Russ Rudolph. Anthony Williams, Nick Hyder. Will Troutman. Anthony Johnson. Derek Shaw. Greg Leong, Jerome Calloway SECOND ROW: Eric Toth. Demetricus Waters. Keith Henry. Williams Mason. Eric Prime. Guy Belue. Troy Toth. Randy Bell. Monroe Gamble. Jim Motes. William Jones. Reginald Dandy. THIRD ROW: Steve French. Rodney Wilson. Bernard Hitson. Lyn Johnson. Tony Manghram. Antonio Hen- derson. Don Ryan. Tommy McMillan. Dwayne Hart. Rodney Godfrey. FOURTH ROW Lawerence Sharp. Earl Carter. Walt Gi. Herman Smith. William Dixon. Brian Mueller. Derrick James. Chris Marable. Bobby Brooks. Willie Sauls Beau Laskey FIFTH ROW Tony Johnson, James Roberts. Michael Tolbert. Matt Stanaland. Joe Ethier. Regi- nald Lone. Ben Lane. Michael McBride. Andy Rykard. Jack Morgan. Joey Matchett SIXTH ROW: Dan Tilman. Eric Larry. Jeff Davis. Todd Hatcher. Joey Tippett. Jeff Hasty. Bobby Benefield. Todd Pitchford. Marty Howell. Troy Wells. Kenneth Berrian. SEVENTH ROW: Jodie Photo by Garner Wafcer Sprinkle. Mack McGuryt. Innis Davis. Chyon Simmons. Bruce Thomas. Bill Kirby. Wade Lindsey. Kenneth Williams. Seabron Wiliams. Kevin Groundahl. Jeffrey Holmes EIGHTH ROW Shane Burroughs. Xavier Godfrey. Andy Griffin. Zabna Bel. Coronzoa Greene. Kelvin Miller. Scott Barton. Andy Anderson. Darriet Perry. Otis Conaway. NINTH ROW Shad Burroughs. Eric Stewort. Earl Crews. Keith Hunter. Anson Thomas. TOP ROW Coaches Freddie Waters. Charles Tarpley. Jim Burroughs. Mike O'Brien. Jack Rudolph. Bob Bolton. Jerry Baker. Al Akms. James Studstill, Dr. Jose Campa. John Davis BOTTOM LEFT: KNEELING Coach Nick Hyder STANDING John Davis. Dr Jose Campa. Al Akms. James Studstill. Jerry Baker. Jack Rudolph. Charles Tarpley. Mike O'Brien. Freddie Waters. Bob Bolton. Jim Burroughs BOTTOM BIGHT: KNEELING Shad Burroughs. Ean Crews. Shane Bur- roughs STANDING Dr Jose Campa. Keith Hunter. Xavier Godfrey. Nick Hyder. Eric Stewart. Anson Thomas, and Jim Burroughs 206 Staff Efforts Result In Team Success An old cliche that says that “be- hind every successful man there is a woman” could, with a few changes, apply to a successful foot- ball team. At Valdosta High there is a hard working, dedicated coach- ing staff behind the school's football success. Head Coach Nick Hyder leads the group and takes charge of the of- fense. Assisting with the offensive duties are Coaches Jerry Don Baker, Bob Bolton, and Mike O'Brien. In charge of the defense is Coach Jack Rudolph. Coach Freddie Wa- ters and Coach Charles Tarpley make up the rest of the defensive staff. Healthy players are essential to any winning sports program. Mr. Jim Burroughs and Dr. Jose Campa work to keep the team in good health and injury free. Ninth grade coaches play an im- portant part in the overall football program. They train the future Wild- cats and give them valuable game experience. Ninth grade coaches were Head Coach Al Akins, Coach John Davis, and Coach James Stud- still. BIGHT: Coach Mike O'Brien and son Tim talk with Coaches John Davis. James Studstill. and Al Akins while Coaches Jerry Don Baker. Bob Bolton, and Trainer Jim Burroughs enjoy pic- ture day MIDDLE RIGHT: Mr Bill Aldrich. Harry Sewell. Coach Baker. Coach Bolton. Coach O'Brien, Times reporter Blair Dickinson. Coach Charles Tarpley discuss the upcoming prac- tice session TOP RIGHT: Ninth grade Coaches John Davis and Al Akins watch their team during an afternoon game 207 Hoopsters Have Strong Season Finish Valdosta High Schools Basketball program started slowly and re- mained at that same pace through- out the season. A good answer for the losing season might be that Val- dosta was playing on a court tilted to the other teams advantage. The Cats were defeated in their first nine games. After much prac- tice over the holidays, the Cats came alive to defeat the Lowndes Vikings 55 to 51. The only returning starter and team captain, Sylvester Kitchens, a 5 foot 6 point guard, had 16 points, numerous assists and steals in the Lowndes game. Jerome Callaway also had a good game scoring 15 points. This was a wild game featur- ing mad downcourt rushes, repeat- ed steals, numerous sprawling bo- dies, and traveling calls amid mas- sive pileups. Coach Mike O'Brien referred to the team as a real dedicated bunch, getting better and better. We are playing without many ex- perienced players, but they never quit. The next encounter with Lowndes proved to be controversial. Valdos- ta was defeated 63-62 in overtime, in a game whose outcome was pro- tested. With no time remaining in the game, Valdosta's Kyle Lowe hit the first one and one free throw. Val- dosta thought they won the game 62 to 61. Players and fans from both sides ran out. The Cats were slapped with a technical foul for ille- gally entering the floor on the grounds that the game was not over because Lowe did not take his second free throw. After Lowe missed his second free throw, Lowndes made one of theirs, which sent the game into overtime. The Vikes went on to win on a free throw. A football would have been more appropriate as the Cats tangled with Thomasville Central. Tempers flared all night long as two fights broke out. Three players were ejected as Valdosta went on to win 75-65 in a strong fourth quarter fin- ish. Defeating the same opponent three times in a season is very unlike- ly, but the Cats defeated the Tho- masville Central Yellow Jackets for the third time. Trading baskets all night long the Cats advanced to the second round of the subregion play- offs to play Lowndes the next night. Valdosta came into the game tired from the night before. The slug- gish Valdosta defense was broken. Valdosta was plagued with fouls as Lowndes defeated the Cats 71 to 39. j� OVf:l.ennis Williams goes up for two against Lanier County ABOVE BIGHT:Kacy Wiliams rebounds against the Lowndes Vikings Valdosta scored O home court 56-51 victory OPPOSITE PAGE TOP LEFT: Lennis Williams awaits the basket while Kyle Lowe and Reginald Butler assist. OPPOSITE PAGE TOP BIGHT: Reginald Butler scores against the Lowndes Vikings as Jerome Calloway and Anthony Brown look on OPPOSITE PAGE BOTTOM: The Varsity Boys' Basketball team poses in the gym: Sylvester Kitchens. Captain. Kacy Williams. Mac McGuyrt. Yes Owens. Lennis Wiliams, Anthony Brown. Captain. Charles Stewart. Reginald Butler. Glenn LaPoint. Kyle Lowe, and Timothy Norwood, manager Xavier Godfrey. Coach Mike O'Brien, and Coach John Mill- er ABOVE:B-Team basketball players pose in the gym They are John Iverson. Kevin Elliot. Shawn Akins. Carlos Butler. Lonnie Phillips. Curtis Jones. Gary Campbell, manager Xavier Godfrey, and Coach John Miller TOP LEFT: Reginald Butler lays one up against Coffee County as Kyle Lowe anticipates the rebound TOP EIGHT: Anthony Brown shoots for two against the Lanier High Bulldogs while Jerome Calloway and Reginald Butler look on. SCOREBOARD Valdosta 49 Tift Co. 65 Valdosta 43 Westover 52 Valdosta 57 Coffee Co. 63 Valdosta 51 Colquitt Co. 53 Valdosta 45 Monroe 55 Valdosta 32 Dougherty Co. 51 Valdosta 49 Buchholz HS 51 Valdosta 56 Colquitt Co. 65 Valdosta 55 Lowndes Co. 51 Valdosta 52 Bainbridge 69 Valdosta 51 Coffee Co. 39 Valdosta 63 Thomasvile Central 46 Valdosta 71 Lanier County 56 Valdosta 42 Bainbridge 53 Valdosta 49 Buchholz HS 77 Valdosta 52 Lowndes Co. 53 Valdosta 75 Thomasvile Central 65 Valdosta 47 Lanier Co. 43 SUBREGION TOURNAMENT Valdosta 72 Thomasvile Central 67 Valdosta 39 Lowndes 71 210 Victory Eludes Lady Wildcats Victory for the Lady Wildcats this year was like an elusive butterfly. It just could not be caught. According to Coach Faye Hol- linger, the team lacked height and experience. They made up for these deficits however in loyalty and enthusiasm. They were cons- tantly aggressive and never gave up through the long season. Twice during the season all the winning elements came together for the Lady Wildcats. They defeat- ed Bucholz from Gainsville, Florida, and, in the final game of the regular season. Lanier County. Coach Hollinger along with Coach Jaquita Vickers spent long hours teaching fundamentals and game techniques. The coaches also em- phasized academics. They held study sessions for the players. Grades were constantly checked to insure the elegibility for all the players. ABO VE: Yolanda Chestnut. Rita Barnet. Jan Hartzog. Terri Longieliere. Casandra Ceasar. and Valerie Plummer listen to instructions from Coach Hollinger LEFT: Terri Longieliere and Casandra Ceasar defend against Viking Be- verly Williams TOP LIFT: Casandra Ceasar goes up for a shot against Coffee County as Avis Weatherspoon and Jan Hartzog assist BOTTOM LEFT: Terri Longieliere defends against Stacy Trenor from Lowndes as Yo- landa Chestnut and Sadie Slaughter look on. 211 Valdosta 38 Lady Wildcats Coffee 62 Valdosta 26 Colquitt 73 Valdosta 25 Monroe 49 Valdosta 25 Dougherty 55 Valdosta 35 Westover 75 Valdosta 46 Buchotz 31 Valdosta 32 Tift 50 Valdosta 42 Colquitt 66 Valdosta 34 Lowndes 71 Valdosta 38 Bainbridge 58 Valdosta 45 Coffee 60 Valdosta 32 Central 47 Valdosta 46 Lanier 60 Valdosta 31 Bainbridge 38 Valdosta 43 Buchholz 47 Valdosta 26 Lowndes 78 Valdosta 22 Central 54 Valdosta 37 Lanier 30 Valdosta 42 Subregional 1AAAA Bainbridge 67 ABOVE: Girl's B-Team members pose in the gym They are Sitting: Valerie Plummer. Valencia Tillman. Pam Hoover. Sacfce McDuffie. Tonya Gee. Monica Riley, Antoinette Johnson, and Carlos Jones Kneeling: Jameliah Sharpe. June Gartman. Sandra Robinson. Samantha Mitchell. Lisa Scherer. Trocie Chandler. Suzanne StudstiH. Carlos Lorry, and Sharon Bloir Standing: Coach Faye Hollinger. Stephanie Williams. Sara Strong. Ellen Shown. Stephanie Lowe. Leslie Gibson. Angelina Simmons. Morcie Tippett, and Coach Jacquita Vickers TOP: Varsity team members are Coach Jacquita Vickers. Terri Longieliere. Yolanda Chestnut. Avis Weatherspoon. Jan Hartzog. Cassan- dra Ceasar. Suandolyn Phillips, Jil Bryan. Aimee Bass. Pam Gadrdner. Tangelia Lowe. Rita Barnett. Lynn Christopher.and Coach Faye Hollmger Kneeling are managers Regina Thomas. Susie Jones, and Katherine Aikens 212 Coaches Help Keep Moral High Members of any sports team look to their coaches for more than just calling the plays. The Wildcat bas- ketball teams depended on their coaches for a great many things. The coaches kept moral high even though neither team had a winning season. They kept players academically eligible by helping them in afternoon study sessions. On a lighter note, the coaches participated in the annual faculty- student basketball game during winter quarter exam week. The fac- ulty won on a few questionable calls. ABOVE: Varsity players Yolanda Chestnut and Valerie Plummer bring the ball down court against the Lanier County Bulldogs. The Lady Wildcats won this game 37 to 30 LEFT: Cassandra Ceasar and Tan- gelia Lowe put up two against the Lanier Bulldogs in the last game of the regular season TOP: Coaches ore: Faye Hollinger. Jacquita Vickers. Mike O'Brien, John Miller, and Al Akins. 213 ABOVE: 1985-86 Varsity Wrestling Cats — Front Row: Neil Fudge (114 lbs). Brett Tinney (147 lbs). Chris Gray (121 lbs). Michael Schmier (108 lbs). Clarence Ryan (100 lbs). Brian Mueller (135 lbs). Back Row: Coach Jim Landrum. Ira Wenze (141 lbs). Ashley Moorman (155 lbs). Carl Johnson (188 lbs). Johnny Crook (Heavyweight). Tony Johnson (169 lbs). Louis Gonis (128 lbs). This group won first place in Region 1-AAAA and placed eighth in the State. ABOVE: Seniors Chris Gray and Louie Gonis ABOVE:Brian Mueller and Jeff McLeod practice drills at Dr. John's Wrestling Camp Valdosta warm up at the Cook County Tournament, wrestlers hosted the one day camp. 214 TOP: Varsity wrestlers Brian mueller. Louie Gonis. Neil Fudge, and Clarence Ryan observe match. ABO VE: Sophomore Neil Fudge manuevers his Camden County opponent into a pinning position. Wrestlers Uphold Tradition During the 1985-86 wrestling sea- son, the Wildcats upheld their win- ning tradition. The Wrestling 'Cats finished the season with an overall dual meet record of 12 wins and 4 loses. Despite injuries and other prob- lems, the Wildcats defeated such opponents as Sprayberry, Fitzger- ald, Jonesboro, and long time rival Suwanee. Team Captains Louie Gonis and Ira Wenze and Coach Jim Landrum provided inspiration and guidance and led the Wrestling Cats to a first place win at the Cook Co. Invita- tional tournament, and fourth place at the Southwest Invitational Tour- nament. The season came to an end with the wrestling 'Cats placing 8th out of 72 teams in the AAAA State Wrestling Championships. SCOREBOARD Valdosta 42 Camden 21 Valdosta 57 Atkinson 9 Valdosta 36 Cook 33 Valdosta 40 Southwest 24 Valdosta 37 Sprayberry 20 Valdosta 30 Wheeler 39 Valdosta 28 Brook wood 26 Valdosta 38 Suwanee 23 Valdosta 42 Fitzgerald 27 Valdosta 37 Jonesboro 21 Valdosta 19 McEachern 32 Valdosta Tift Co. (Default) Valdosta 47 Westover 12 Valdosta 27 West Laurens 40 Valdosta 66 Lowndes 3 TOURNAMENTS 1st place Cook Co. Tournament 4th place — Region AAAA 8th place — Georgia State AAAA Wrestling 215 Young Wrestlers Perform Well While the varsity wrestling team had a winning season, the junior var- sity was not to be outdone. The JV team had their own winning season. The young wrestlers took first place honors in both the Valdosta High Takedown Tournament and the Cook County Invitational Tour- nament. Hard work and determination were the key factors to their suc- cess. The JV lived up to the motto adopted by the wrestlers for this season No Pain — No Gain — No Guts — No Glory. Coach John Davis provided moti- vation and leadership for this young group. ABOVt: Junior Varsity wrestlers pose in the weight room ROW ONE Coach John Davis TOP: Varsity Coach Jim Landrum and Junior Varsity Jason Bridges, Kenneth Gonis. Gary Luke. Chad Burroughs. ROW TWO: Coach John Davis intently scrutinize the action at a home wrestling Guerry Holm. Brian Dutek. Paul Rainey, Troy Wells. Andy Anderson, and match in the Valdosta High gym. 216 ABOVE: Neil Fudge receives his trophy and congratulations from Superintendent Walter Altman after Fudge won third place in the region tournament. TOP: Brian Dufek gets in position to turn his opponent LEFT: Ashley Moorman works for a pin in a home match. 217 Girls Track Prepares Well Off season conditioning for girls track is unpresidented in Region 1- AAAA. The early start seemed to pay off as the VHS runners swept the first five meets. Under the guidance of Coaches Faye Hollinger and Dick Sturtevant, the girls continued the season end- ing with an admirable 11 and 6 re- cord. At the region meet, the VHS team encounted worthy competition but still earned a first place in the shot put and discus events due to the record setting efforts of Cassandra Ceaser. An unfortunate knee injury prevented Ceaser from competing at state competition. Runners gathered to celebrate their achievements at the Spring Sports Banquet on May 26 at the high school. Those honored were Rita Barnett as Most Valuable, Cas- sandra Ceaser as Most Outstanding, Jan Hartzog as Most Dedicated, and Anita Younger as Most Im- proved. Coach Hollinger alluded to the possibilities of a successful season next year saying, We've got a good nucleus of young players that should keep us going. RIGHT: Coach Dick Sturtevant watches Stephanie Williams clear the bar at a home track meet TOP: Theresa Dantzler com- pletes the pass of the baton to teammate Tracy Chandler in the relay at a home track meet 218 V. Photo by Garner Walker ABOVE: Members of the girls' track team pose with their coaches They are Kneeling: PhiSna Henderson. Susie Jones. Wilena White. Felecia Graham. Monica Riley. Diana Azero. Freda Lewis, and Rita Burch. Standing: Cheryl Dixon. Coach Faye Hollinger. Jamieliah Sharpe. Teresa Dantzler. Felecia McKeithn. Tracy Chandler. Tonya Gee. Regina Thomas. Cassandra Caesar, Eddie Crumpton. Steph- anie Williams. Jan Hartzog. Rita Barnette. Ta- sha Quarterman. and Coach Dick Sturtevant. LEFT: Stephanie Williams and Teresa Dantzler warm up before a home meet 219 Bell Paces Boys Track Team Wildcat quickness was the key as running, jumping, vaulting, and throwing, advanced the boys track team to victory. Using the legs of Randy Bell, as their main weapon, the Cats were able to defeat many of their oppo- nents. At State competition Randy Bell was able to place first in the triple jump. Although the Cats failed to win Region, the team held together to excite the fans at every meet. At the Spring Sports Banquet, Randy Bell was announced by his teammates as the Most Outstand- ing and Most Valuable runner. Hu- bert Davidson received the Most Im- proved award and Mark Baker was named the Spirit of the Wildcats. Photo by David Hottond 220 OPPOSITE PAGE TOP: Trak team members. Anthony Johnson. James Roberts, and Tim Norwood rest during a meet OPPOSITE PAGE BOTTOM: Johnny Crook winds up to throw in the discus ABOVE: Region winner in the triple jump. Randy Bell, makes his jump in meet with Cook LEFT: Tim Norwood runs his part of the relay for Valdosta MIDDLE LEFT: Opposing team members look on as Mark Baker makes his jump TOP: Valdosta team members. Tim Norwood and Randy Bell, help each other prepare for a meet 221 Golfers Prove Adage Practice Makes Perfect There is a saying that practice makes perfect. To be good at golf, it takes many hours of practice. This year's team devoted many hours of unselfish practice to the game. This practice paid off when the team won the Tifton Blue Devil Invitational. There were fourteen teams from all around the state competing for this title. The Valdosta High School golf team members combined for a 309 score which was low enough to win the Blue Devil Invintational. This was the first time a Valdosta golf team has ever won the Invitational. Coleman Ruldoph led the Wildcat attack, and for his efforts he was named low medalist of the tournament. Walter Altman placed third in the overall standings. Valdosta then traveled to the Region Playoffs with high hopes of ad- vancing to the state tournaments. Valdosta fell short of its dream by placing a disappointing 4th in the Region 1-AAAA playoffs. Although Valdosta did not win the region, they did end the year with an astonishing 8-2 record. This much improved team will be returning all but two starters for next year's squad. At the All-Sports Banquet Coach Jack Rudolph awarded several of the team members for their outstanding play. Special awards went to Todd Hatcher, and Walter Altman, who were voted most valuable golfers. Earl Sellers received the most improved award. Coleman Rudolph, who fired a record low 73 in the Blue Devil Invitational was voted best young golfer, Next years team will consist of more seasoned players. The '87 golfing Cats plan to exceed this year's accomplishments. ABOVE: Golf team members KNEELING David Shodrack. Chris Rudolph. Michael McBride. David Kason TOP BIGHT: Senior Linkster Buescher. Walter Altman. Ross Smith. Dean Studdard. Paul Rainey Todd Hatcher takes a few practice swings before a big match. STANDING: Earl Sellers, Todd Hatcher, Coach Jack Rudolph, Coleman 222 ABOVE: Walter Altman. Junior golfer, has hit into trouble as his ball came to rest in a sand- trap just off the edge of the green. Altman is hoping to get up and down in two shots. LEFT: Coach Jack Rudolph discusses strategy for the day's match with his son. Coleman TOP LEFT: Earl Sellers listens as Todd Hatcher receives instructions from team leader Wal- ter Altman. 223 Wildcat Pride Comes Through Coach Frank Hjort guided his Lady Tennis Cats to a 4 and 7 record. When the Lady Cats compeated at ABAC in the region tournament, they palced fifth. Although the Cats had a disap- pointingh season, the girls pride came through in the rival match with Lowndes. The Lady Cats de- feated Lowndes with a shutout of 12 to 0 in regular season action. At the Spring Sports Banquet, Kristy Stabell was voted by her teammates as the Most Valuable player. Marianne Moore received the Most Improved tennis player and Shannon Harris was voted as the Spirit of the Wildcats. ABOVE: Shannon Harris shows determination while waiting for a return BIGHT: Lisa Brooks tries for a winning shot TOP: 1986 GIRLS TEN- NIS TEAM: BACK: Ronnie Bartholomew. Kathy Farley. Kelli Barret. Marianne Moore, BethMor- itz. Coach Hjort. Kristy Stabell. Terri Longe- berre. Lisa Brooks. Shannon Horris FRONT: Jo- sie Hatcher. Honey Hatcher. Wendy Griffin. Margaret Anne Sineath. Stephanie Sheilds. Gina Hampton Photo by Karen Burroughs 224 Boys Tennis Has Winning Season Coach Jimmy Carter led the boys tennis team to a 7 and 3 winning season. The Rotary tournament was held at ABAC. The Boys team finished the tournament fourth. Region was also held at ABAC college, where the boys finished third and advanced Eric Anderson to the state playoffs. Eric finished the season undefeated. At the Spring Sports Banquet, Eric recieved the Most Valuable player award. Glenn Knowlton was voted as the teams Most Improved Wild- cat. The Spirit of the Wildcats went to Earl Thomas. A BO VE: Eric Anderson hits o overhand shot at mid-court LIFT: Simon Lee waits for his chance as the net man TOP: 1986 BOYS TENNIS TEAM BACK: Chris Trice. Mike Brown. Nick McKay. Tim Lee. David Dodson. Mike Farley. Michael Williams. Jay Evans. David Co- leman. Addison Ricks. Earl Thomas. Jeff Knots. James Washnock. Coach Carter FRONT: John Washnock. Mark Beard, Kevin Breeden. Glenn Knowlton. Eric Johnson. Matt Winters. Leigh Struble. Chad Zahniser. Kyp Knotts. 225 Valdosta 8 Scoreboard Madison County 4 Valdosta 11 Taylor County 3 Valdosta 0 Berrien County 6 Valdosta 14 Westover 6 Valdosta 16 Westover 6 Valdosta 4 Bernan County 6 Valdosta 13 Suwanne County 15 Valdosta 8 Suwanne County 5 Valdosta 5 Tift County 3 Valdosta 16 Berrian County 21 Valdosta 9 Bainbridge 6 Valdosta 9 Colquitt County 6 Valdosta 8 Lowndes County 0 Valdosta 4 Tift County 4 Valdosta 17 Central 6 Valdosta 19 Bainbridge 13 Valdosta 12 Monroe 3 Valdosta 7 Monroe 0 Valdosta 9 Colquitt 6 Valdosta 13 Lowndes County 11 Valdosta 16 Central 8 Valdosta 8 Sub-region Playoff Tift County 0 Valdosta 11 Tift County 10 • Valdosta 7 Region Playoff Colquitt County 11 Valdosta 11 Colquitt County 0 Valdosta 12 Colquitt County 7 Valdosta 7 Sectional Playoff S.W. Macon 11 Valdosta 12 S.W Macon 4 Valdosta 8 S.W. Macon 4 Valdosta 1 South Georgia Championship Columbus 4 Valdosta 10 Columbus 4 Valdosta 1 Columbus 8 RIGHT: Catcher Walt Gill makes a throw to first base during an after- noon game at Blazer Field TOP RIGHT: Coach Charles Tarpley disa- grees with the umpire s call Catcher Walt Gill returns to home plate 226 Baseball Cats Set New Records Wildcat baseball reached new heights during the 1986 season. The Cats set a school record — 24 wins and 8 loses. Coaches Charles Tar- pley. Bob Bolton, and Jimmy Taw led the Cats to wins in the sub-region, region, and the sectional plalyoffs. The Cats' season ended in the last game of the South Georgia cham- pionship against Columbus High. Only four seniors graduated from the team this year. One senior and team captain, Trevor Nance, was named the Most Valuable Player at the baseball banquet. The Golden Glove Award went to Bill Kirby for his flawless effort as catacher for the Cats. Leading the big bat category was Derek Shaw who led the team in home runs and RBI's. Guy Belue led the team in pitch- ing with a 10-4 record. Art Bass was named at the banquet as the Most Imporved Player. The Spirit of the Wildcats went to Matt Perry. Joey Crosby and Ralph Guarino tied for most Loyal. LEFT: Baseball team captain Trevor Nance poses with Head Coach Charles Tarpley and assistants Bob Bolton and Jimmy Taw ABOVE: Varsity Baseball Team members pose for their yearbook picture They are Kneeling Frances Martin. Dirk Hardin, John Marconi. Guy Belue, Art Bass. Trevor Nance. Nathan Mitchell. Joey Crosby Standing Man- ager, Jeff Davis. Jason Crosby. Matt Perry. Derrick Shaw. Michael Tolbert. Joey Tippett. Greg Talley. Bill Kirby. Ralph Guarino. Walt Gill. 227 Cats Advance To State Playoffs With a 17-4 regular season re- cord. the Wildcats advanced to the playofts. The Blue Devils of Tift Coun- ty were their first scheduled victims. Valdosta took the first game of the three game series but the sec- ond proved to be a heated battle down to the last out. Valdosta took the sub-region championship with an 11-10 victory over Tifton. Students were given permission to leave class early to attend the first game of the region playoffs against the Colquitt County Packers from Moultrie. The Cats lost the first game but regrouped and took the next two games away from the Packers in Moultrie. A similar story seemed to be tak- ing place as the Cats lost the first game of the sectional playoffs against South West of Macon 7-11. This was the same score of the first game against Colquitt County in the region playoffs. Once again the Cats dug down deep and the next day took both games against South West. They had now earned the right to meet Columbus High for the South Georgia Championship. In Columbus, the Cats traded wins with Columbus High. The opponent's pitching proved to be too much for the Cats. They lost the third and final game in the series. ABOVE:Catcher Walt Gill runs down the base line to take his place on base after a hit in the Lowndes game TOP LEFT: Senior pitcher Ralph Guorino winds up for the throw against Tifton in the sub-region play- offs RIGHT: T earn captain Trevor Nance steps up to the plate as the Wildcats face the Lowndes Vikings at Basemore Field t. 228 Photo by David Hoknd ABOVE: Junior Derek Shaw waits for the next pitch in an afternoon game at Bazemore Field TOP LEFT: Senior first baseman Joey Crosby waits for his turn at bat The Cats were playing at Blazer Field LEFT: Pitcher Guy Belue lets one go against the Tift County Blue Devils in the sub-region playoffs at Bazemore Field 229 ABOVE: -ieQm members pose at Bazemore Field for their yearbook picture They are: Kneeling: Lee Thomas. Ray Maples. Ben Ho- gan. Jason Bridges. Bremen Pruitt. Andy Ry- kard. Adam Avela. John Iverson. Standing: Greg Leong. Chuck Moore. Pablo Campa. Ben Lone. Eric Toth. B.J. Mason. Kevin Eliott. Jack Wiliams, and David Cole RIGHT: Jason Crosby. Art Bass. Coaches Charles Tarpley and Jimmy Taw, Michael Tolbert, and Ralph Guarino prepare for the game 230 Cats Score In Post Season Poll In an end of the season poll by the Valdosta Daily Times, the Wildcats gained recognition for their efforts throughout the baseball season. Team captain and senior, Trevor Nance, sparked the Wildcat team at second base. Nance set a school record for most bases on balls. Through the regular season and playoffs he committed only two er- rors. Derek Shaw, at first base, had 43 RBI's and he knocked nine homers during the semi-finals of the state playoffs. Art Bass kept shortstop alive and outfielders Walt Gill and B.J. Mason contributed to the Wildcat success. When big bats were needed in the clutch, Jason Crosby came off the bench to hit a cool .477. Wildcat pitching kept scoring down to a minimum. Pitchers includ- ed Ralph Guarino, Guy Belue, and Walt Gill. Catcher Bill Kirby, who was hurt for the first two weeks of the regualr season, had committed no errors by seasons end. Valdosta had no problems domi- nating the All-Area and All-Region Teams selected by local sportsw- riters. ABOVE: Third baseman Michael Tolbert watches the action at home plate LEFT: John Marconi and his teammates watch the game from the shade of the dugout ABOVE LEFT: Wildcats Joey Tippett. Art Bass, Derek Shaw. Nathan Mitchell and Jason Crosby get ready for the game 231 Money makes the world go 'round Advertisements 234 □ ISUZU VALDOSTA 1012 NORTH ASHLEY STREET VALDOSTA. GEORGIA 31601 BMW VALDOSTA 1508 North Ashley Street • Valdosta, Ga. 31602 JonThorne’s oAuto Emporium i mWMm 1504 N. AS 1504 N. ASHLEY STREET W VALDOSTA. GEORGIA 31602 THE LANGDALE COMPANY P.O. 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Oorfu 11(01 (912) 242-011 Clyde And Chris Stoeffler OWNERS Robert Brown Cleaning Service Residential - Commercial Mobile Homes 24 HOUR SERVICE Robert Brown (912) 244-5240 204 Walnut Street Valdosta, Georgia 31601 205 E. Central Ave. Valdosta, GA 31602 (912) 242-1625 A-1 Bike Shop Valdosta High's STAR Teacher Mr Mike Rogers waits for students to copy an example which is being displayed on the over head projec- tor CHINA GARDEN Authentic Japanese And Chinese Cooking Two Locations 2535 N. Ashley St. Harry B. Anderson Tennis Center McKey Park Valdosta, Ga. 31601 Miss VHS and her court pose for the photographer Proud to serve as the official photographer For Valdosta High And The Wildcats % 248 CAPRJRE YOUR BEST MOMENTS OF HIGH SCHOOL! Class Rings Diplomas Announcements School Jackets Caps Gowns Award Jackets Graduation Material Choir Robes Diploma Plaques Recognition Awards The Ben Belue Company POST OFFICE BOX 886 VALDOSTA GEORGIA 31603 0886 (Oi or,An 249 Sandspur staff members Kimberly Rowe. Marty Howell. Beth Harris, and Dee Dee Harris listen as Taylor Publishing Company representative Ms. Peggy Braum explains her IBM word processing system for yearbooks. 250 The Valdosta High School Sandtpur Staff greatly appreciates the support of the following individuals. Dr. Briggs Smith Dr. J.C. Campa Dr. James Dennard Valdosta Federal Savings and Loan Associatic Dr. Engin Salman Dr. William E. Gandy Dr. Earl Creech First National Bank of Valdosta Mr. Gene Montgomery, CPA Dr. Emry F. Thompson Dr. Ben H. Moye Mr. Wade Coleman Dr Tom Smith, Jr Dr. ThomasV Moseley Coleman Realty Company ... With silent, lifting mind I've trod The high, untrespassed sancity of space. Put out my hand and touched the face of God. John G. McGee Mike Smith Dick Schobee Ron McNair Pilot Commander Mission Specialist Ellison Onizuka Christa McAuliffe Mission Specialist Teacher In Space Greg Jarvis Judy Resnik Payload Specialist January 28. 1986 Mission Specialist JOSTENS