Venango Christian High School - Saga Yearbook (Oil City, PA)

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Co-Captain Tony Horos Sparks Team Spirit By Chuck Jetter and wide to the right, but an offsides penalty enabled him to kick over. The second kick was perfect and the Vikings led, 7-0. Late in the first half, the Big Reds narrowed the gap on a 40 yard gallop around the end to score. The kick was blocked and the score was 7-6, which it was destined to remain for the duration of the game. Bradford Central Christian rolled past the Vikings at Bradford in Ven- ango’s fifth game. The score was 15-7. The Bradford team carried on a jinx of five years by beating the Vikings again. Venango threatened in the early first half when Jim Bruce intercepted a pass and returned it five yards to the 43 yard line. But the drive was stalled and the Ramblers took over on their own 24. From that point, Bradford worked their way in toward the goal line and then a pass made th.’ score 6-0. But the Vikings sprang back early. Bill Eckert threw a long 69 yard bomb to Pat Fletcher to score the Vikes’ first touchdow'n. The extra point was good and V.C. led, 7-6. The Vikings drove again but couldn’t score and the possession switched to the opposition. But this time, Bradford scored on a 25 yard run through the line for their second TO. The point after touchdown was good and it was 13-7. With five minutes left, the Vikes began a long drive to the Bradford 24. Passes to Fonzo and Horos gained 21 yards. Fonzo took another pass and brought the ball to the 24. But the drive stalled. Bradford brought the ball to the Viking 4 yard line but lost it. V.C. took over on their own 4, but Bill Eckert was tackled in the end zone for a safety. This put the game out of reach of the Vikings, 15-7. The Vikings made it four wins for the season on Homecoming night by edging Elk County Christian, 7-0. The Vikings received the kickoff but, after a sustained drive, could not What well known Venango Chris- tian football player has vowed to “make those freshman cheer” at pep rallies? What well known VC football player has done more for the team the last four years than anyone else? Whose voice can be heard above all others at football practice?I’m sure everyone realizes this is Tony Horos. get in scoring position. The posses- sion of the ball changed many times during the first quarter, but neither of the teams could score. Then, late in the quarter, Venango began a long drive deep into Crusader territory. At the time, the rain was falling in sheets but the Venango pass receivers, particularly Jim Bruce, picked off Bill Eckert’s passes eas- ily, despite the fact that the ball was wet and slippery. The Vikings drove to the Elk’s five yard-line where Bruce w’ent around the left end to score. Eckert kicked the extra point, and V.C. led, 7-0. The game had many tense mo- ments, but it finally ended in a 7-0 Viking victory. Tony is now recognized as the “leader” of the Vikings and well deserves this honor. His long hours spent practicing are evident in his smooth performance in every game. Tony Horos might be the “sin- gle” star in a team of “stars” that stands out most. He is almost always in the game, injured or not, fighting for the team ty minutes of every game. Tony was in there fighting against George Junior, even with a wet ball and slippery field hampering his performance. His defensive play helped hold a strong Bradford team to a pair of touchdowns and helped keep the Vikings in the game. The one outstanding quality that Tony possesses is his great enthu- siasm and team spirit. Tony has a special way of letting some of his spirit rub off on the entire student body, especially underclassmen. Anyone who is with Tony very long will be caught up in his exuberence for the game of football. Tony Horos is a real Viking!

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Rosie Coyne, 1966 Homecoming Queen, reigned during halftime activities at Mitchell Field on October 15, as the Vikings played host to Elk County for the sixth contest of the season. The candidates were Rosie Coyne, Karyn Guyton and Connie Logue. The queen was escorted by David Adams and John Kenzior, Karyn Guyton was escorted by. Joe Fonzo and Pat Fletcher,and Connie Logue by Bill Eckert and Tony Horos. IT WAS SO NICE TO COME HOME TO The Vikings successfully opened the 1966 football season by blanking Cambridge Springs, 26-0. The team turned in an excellent performance both offensively and defensively. The only disappointment, however, was the size of the crowd, which could have been much bigger. The offensive attack was highlighted by the fine passing of quarterback Bill Eckert, who completed eleven out of thirteen, and helped the team pull out in front. This was supplemented by a stern and alert defense, which posted a fine shutout. Touchdown passes were thrown to Pat Fletcher in the first and second periods. Dan McBride inter- cepted a pass on the 40, and ran 60 yards for a TD in the fourth quarter. After recovering a fumble on their own 20, the Vikings came back with another touchdown on a pass to Tony Horos. From all indications, it looked like a winning season for the Vik- ings. They had a good all-round team in the first contest.. 10 By Kevin Sullivan The Vikings lived up to all ex- pectations by swamping Randolph- East Mead 27-7, copping their second straight win. The win, again, was taken through a lethal aerial attack. Quarterback Bill Eckert passed per- fectly again, completing ten out of fifteen with three touchdown tosses. The Vikings failed to live up to pre-game expectations Saturday night as they were beaten by George Junior, 26-12. The score, however, did not tell the full story because the game was hotly contested until the fourth quarter. The Vikings, after having a hard time holding on to the ball early in the first half, scored the first touch- down and held a six to nothing lead as the half ended. It looked like another easy victory for VCHS. Then, suddenly, in the second half, the complexion of the game changed. George Junior ran back the kick-off from their own 40-yard line for a TD. After scoring the extra point they led the Vikes 7-6. But the Vikings sprang back into action and drove all the way to the George Jr. one-yard line in a series of 17 plays. John Kendzior crashed over for the score. The extra point was missed, but Venango now led 12-7. But, in two plays, George Junior again scored as one of their backs broke around the end and ran 72 yards for the score. The point was missed, but a vital one point separ- ated the two teams as George Jr. lead 13-12. The Vikings never again caught up. In the fourth game, Venango met West Middlesex at the latter’s home field. The Vikings just slipped past their opponent, 7-6. West Middlesex took the opening kick but was forced to punt the ball. The Vikings were in a good position to score early by getting possession of the ball on the opposition’s 40 yard line. Two probes into the line gained five yards. Then, Bill Eckert passed to Jim Bruce who caught it on the 25 and outran the defenders for the first TD of the ballgame. On the extra point, Eckert’s first kick was low

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A MOD-MADNESS SPREADS AROUND THE COUNTRY Illustrated by Rosie Coyne By Barb Slonski Socializing — A Spectator Sport by Mary Megnin To me, the game of footba 11 is both amusing and confusing. It is amusing to see all those big guys scrambling after a little, old ball and, when there is a flag on the play or a first down, it only adds to the confusion. At our last game I tried very hard to pay attention and learn the plays of the game. Before long, though, I found myself absorbed in a converstion a- bout the new fall materials. Afterthis slip I was more determined than ever to pay attention. But again I was dis- tracted with the latest news about Marty. Why,he did something just. yeah, its a touchdown! At this point I knew what was going on— we had scored a touchdown and lead the game 6-0. At half time we were ahead. The only thing that I know about halftime is that little kids flood the field and the players leave. People push and shove to get coffee,candy and pop. After the second half started, I asked a friend to explain the game. This worked out fine for awhile ’till I had to negotiate apeace treaty be- tween my younger sisters. Once again, I tried to concentrate on the figures scurrying around on the field below. Casually I asked the score, thinking we were ahead, but to my disappoint- ment we were trailing behind 13-6. Then I sat up and took notice. We scor- ed again for a 13-12 score, but our team wasn’t strong enough to ward off the opposition. To dampen already damp ened spirits it began to rain. Fans flooded out of the stands, but not my crazy friends and me—we stayed. We lost a hard-fought battle 26-12. Dis- appointed but still proud of our team we left the field. Sports stories are not my special- ty. perhaps gossip and negotiations are.’ o Sometimes I get my dander up when I look at the current crop of fashions. It isn’t that I don’t have an open mind. Short skirts don’t really annoy me nor argyle-pattemed stockings. If young people want to wear heavy bangs that cover their eyebrows that’s all right with me. Self-expres- sion is fine and dandy. The danger in fashion, however, is taking it too seriously. There was nothing worse than the overteased beehive hair styles. It, too, wore out its welcome. Young girls who iron their hair today will laugh at the idea a few years from now. The Mod trend started in England during the late 1950’s and Mary Quant was the den-mother; Rudi Gemreich, the father of the movement. Mod clothes claim no pretense at “phony elegance ’ and they are re- lated to today’s life. They are cut to prevent restriction of body motion and activity. Skirts may be anywhere from one to seven inches above the knee. The only thing that makes real sense to me is the more comfortable walking shoe which balances these designs. Chances are that our eyes will begin to adjust to these clothes de- signed for today’s active young wo- man, also today’s individualist. But right now much of it is ugly and exaggerated. So are the dances for which many of the Mod designs are functional. Pretty they are not. But our scien- tists are reaching for the moon. I suppose fashion designers should be allowed the same courtesy.