Wellston High School - X Ray Yearbook (Wellston, OH)

Text from Pages 1 - 160 of the 1981 volume:

uaai MB Wellston High School Wellston Ohio 3 KEEP ON SMILING. KEEP ON SHINING, EVEN THO' YOU KNOW YOU WANT TO CRY. I TRIED TO LOVE YOU. LOCKIN' IN MY EYES YOU SAW PROMISES AND LIES TOO MANY TIMES. 5 Vonna Moone 6-9-63 9-29-79 MIke Blackwood 1-28-63 8-17-80 Vanny Gnlfflth 3-20-1963 1-7-81 The Scent of, the Rote Let Tate do hen. won t; thene one AelicA °i i°y , . Bnlght dneam of the pcu t, whech he cannot deitnoy; Which come In the night-time of aoaaow and cane, And bnlng back the featuneA that joy uAed to weaA. Long, long be my heaAt with Auch memonieA filled, Like the vote In which aoaca have once been dlA tilled--you may bneak, you. may Ahatten the vaie If you will, But the Acent of the no-AeA will hang nound It tlll. Thomai Moone SENIORS Kimberly Lynn Aberts Brent Scott Argabright Sherry Leah Kisor Scott Evan Beatty Stephen Wayne Bennett Cynthia Lynn Bragg Betty Jean Brooks Deanna Renea Brown Carol Sue Boyd 10 Gina Thacker Bush Doug A. Campbell Jerry D. Carey Patricia Gail Case Teresa Marie Cavanaugh Paris Cline Stephanie Ann Cook Teresa Sue Cook Tracy Shane Cox 11 Raymond E. Darnell Christopher Davis Debra Sue Davis Denise Owrey Davis Ginger Sue Davis Pam Malone DeLong Jeff W. Dever Teresa Lynn Dickens Kimberly Jane Downard 12 Lisa Kay Downard Rietta Marie Dunn Martin D. Edwards Joseph D. Essman Howard J. Exline Carrie Sue Farley Dorraine Kay Farley David Frisby Timothy A. Garvin 73 Brenda Lee Gill Bret Judson Gilliland Charles H. Greer Mary Susan Hall Sonya Yvonne Hatten David Haynes Cathy Jo Henry Pamela June Henry Tracy Lynn Henry 14 Rosemary Marie Hill Joan Luetta Hollingshead Melissa Jane Hulbert Jean Ann Ingalls Ricky Allen Jackson Esta Bobbette Jayjohn John Bryan Jeffers Robert Lewis Johnston Rhonda Sue Kincaid 15 16 Brenda Kay McFadden Randy Gene Massie Jeffrey Wayne Midkiff Mark A. Montgomery Wanda Sue Mullett Cheri Rice Nichols Charles Norris Walter Howard Osborne Jennifer Anne Oths 77 Lisa Ann Owrey Sarah Kennee Pariseau Russell Lew Parsons Julia Carol Pittenger Teresa Elaine Ponn Lori A. Potts Kimberly J. Radcliff Rebecca Joyce Rood Malcolm E. Russell 18 James Scott Saltsman Jere Scharfenberger Shiela Gay Schrader John L. Smith Hay P. Smith Tammy L. Sowers Scott R. Staten Laura Lynn Swonger Lee Ann Trace Judy Lynn Trainer Dwayne E. Varney Lori Lea Vickers Angela Lynn Wagener Thomas Lee Walburn Kevin R. Waldron Joyce E. Williams Shiela Kay Williams Scott R. Radcliff 20 21 ... ki a part of, itl.H.S. tradition, the Senior Clan produced an assembly designed basically fior the purpose o A remembering the peat faun yean their development. This unique program consisted Oj$ class histories, wills, and prophecies, all o which can be humorous, sad, or embarrassing. In addition, to the tradition, the Class ofi 'SI coordinated a Gong Show to entertain the underclassmen with several Senior hidden talents. 1 2 22 1. Brenda Gill, what long legs you have! 2. Missy Hulhert reminds us of one of Miss Lewis' famous sayings. 3. The Seniors of '8l give Mr. Ruth a token of their appreciation. U. Jean Ann Ingalls won't start a day without her Mello Yellow. 5. Miss Ncdruff presents Laura Swonger with a four year, Senior Choir award. 1. Senior girls present a skit during Class Day. 2. Jenny Oths and her hands go skipping home from school during the Gong Show. 3. Rhonda Kincaid and Patty Case give the Central School class history. U. Wanda Mullett receives a nursing scholarship. 5 War.da Mullett and Robert Frisby spill the beans as they give the Coalton class history. 6. Mr. Baker awards Robert Frisby with the Ohio Board of Regents Scholarship. 24 WOm {oxencibeb }( (d {({ The ClaAA o6 1981 iet a precedent thti yean, with outdoor graduation ceremonies. The much anticipated event occurred on the beautiful evening o£ Thursday, May 21, 1981. Wellston High School introduced 111 young men and women into the new world. 1. Laura Swonger delivers her Valedictory Address. 2. Mixed emotions are apparent after a beautiful, outdoor graduation. 3. Mr. Dunn consoles Teresa and Nora. U. Mr. King presents Jeff Midkiff with his diploma. 5 John joyfully tosses his cap into the air. 6. Many emotions appear on the faces of the 1981 graduates. n(o e J[ iy tf On September 26, 19SO, the Homecoming Vance. ma held. featuring the band, Heathen. The chosen colons were autumn AhadeA and the theme mxla, Into the Night. The dance ima preceded by an excising, vlctorlouA game agalnAt the A them BuLtdogi. Kim AbertA urn crowned Homecoming Queen and uxu Aurrounded by three, lovely Senior attendantA, oa well aA a Junior, Sophomore, and TreAhman attendant. 1. Couples enjoy the Homecoming on the dance floor. 2. Kim Aberts is crowned Homecoming Queen by Kathy Cundiff while her proud father looks on. 3. Homecoming Court: Row 1: Left to Right: B. Jayjohn, J. Oths, K. Aberts, S. Cook. Row 2: A. King, K. McFadden, L. Martin. I+. Painting is done to prepare for the festivities. 5. Tri-Hi-Y girls wrestle with the streamers. 6. Mr. Baker presents a gift to Queen Kim at the dance. 31 Me - l y ta enfme We celebnaXed Valentine.' 6 Vay with, the tAadiXlonal SweetheaAt Vance. Brenda Gilt and Chock Uokaaj, uieAe cho en a oua Queen and King on the night. Everyone enjoyed the 4pedal dance and showed theln ipeclaZ 4omeone how much they caAed. 5 1. Angie Smith presents gifts to the Sweetheart King and Queen, Chock Norris and Brenda Gill. 2. Everyone enjoys Valentine Day festivities. 3- Jana Beekman and her secret partner glide across the floor. U. Missy Underwood enjoys the music at the dance. 5-Julie and Jerry enjou a special moment. 6. Jeff Ghearing shows his partner his suave, dancing skills. 33 1. Jodi Johnston .Joins in on the fun at the Sadie Hawkins dance. 2. Two girls are encouraging everyone to enjoy themselves. 3. Marsha Shook and Jeff Ghearing try out the tango. 1 . Lori Roberts and Lowell Settles enjcy a slow dance. 5- A group of Lil' Abners and Daisy Maes pose for a picture as the winners of the best dressed contest. Wedding 9i)ag in dbcgfialcA w. . di. The ca etenta wat converted into Vogpatch, U.S.A. {oa a veJiy tpecial and anticipated day at Welti ton High. Sadie Hawkins thstew hz i annual dance wheAe all otf the Vaity Mact weAe expected to cu k theiA Li'I AbneAi to eicont them to be united in wedded bltii. UaAAyin' Sam, allot Ma. Knox, a student teacheA at Welti ton, peA oAmed the ceAemoniet. While tome couplet walked down the altle, othent enjoyed a good, old-faathioned hoedown. 35 (£(we 'JJ w 'jii fttf On Satuxday, May 2, the highlight o{, the yeax took place— the Junior Senior Banquet, Pnom, and A tex Paxty. The Junloxx choie daxk puxple, laoendex, and white box pxom coIoxa and the theme, Love the Woxld Away. Senloxs decoxated (,ox the afitex paxty with black and illvex and cho-ie the theme, Back In Black. 36 1. Vicci Stewart and her date enjoy a slow dance at the prom. 2. A slow dance brings Linda Martin and John Royster together at the After Party. 3. John Jeffers and his date are all smiles at the Jr. Sr. Prom. h. Being close seems to be the most popular mode of dance for Jeff Midkiff and Chris Rouse. 5 Are Jim Brown and Laura Swonger eskimo kissing at the After Party. 4 37 1. Everyone digs in at the Jr. Sr. Banquet. 2. Dorraine Farley limbers up before decorating the gym. 3. Patty Case is a Star . 1+. Wayne Shepherd gives Toni Snedecor a flowery hairdo. 5- Angie Smith charms us with a skit about a hillbilly visiting New York City. 6. Senior guys, with the assistance of Gary Powers, decorate Central for the After Party. 2 (IfiHfh SPlebevU Mnnua SPfi f'na The 19 SO -SI Well ton Marching Rocket , under the direction o 6 Gary Bungart, continued a tradition o excellence thl year with many Ine performance . In addition to exciting a well a entertaining half-time how6, the Marching Rocket alio participated In two competition , one of which they received Grand Champion over two division out Miami burg, Ohio. The band performed at varlou community function throughout the year which Included parade , tand-up concert , and the annual Spring Concert. 40 1. The trumpets display their musical talents during the Spring Concert. 2. Mr. Bungart and student teacher, Nyla Clark receive a token of the band's appreciation. 3. The clarinets concentrate on a musical selection. 1 . THE 1981 SENIOR CONCERT BAND. 5. Mr. Bungart directs during the annual Spring Concert. 1. 1980-81 Head Majorette: Jody John- ston. 2. The percussion section keeps a steady tempo for the band. 3. 1980 W.H.S. MARCHING ROCKETS, k. The clarinets watch Mr. Bungart carefully for directions. 5- The Seniors are awarded for participation in the marching band. 6. Trumpets show their leadership in the band. T It's hats off for the entire band during a rainy half-time. 42 5 itacX at l and dic dy ex This yean, Wellston High School went to the fatties style with a musical entitled, Vucktalls and 8obbysox, a nouslng account about mail tom. Ufa dunlng the Fabulous Fifties. The stony ww-4 set In a Malt Shop, the local hangout, nun by a dumb waltness by the name o6 Tlllle. Many humonous confaontatlons occun. between the schoolles and the Yellow Jacketi , a motoncycle gang. The climax o the show IncLi the stan quantenback, Alex Fenton, kidnapped by Wheels, the Yellow Jacket leaden. Howeven, just begone the big Homecoming game, the Schoolles net cue theln heno and celebnate with a big dance fallowing the game. 1. Curtis Jackson, played by Reggie Gross, displays his Buddy Holly pose. 2. Plotsky and Butch, Marsha Shook and Robbie Staten, two members of the Yellow Jacket Gang, test their strength in a round of arm wrestling. 3. The Grant High cheerleaders burst into a cheer along with Tillie's crazy stmts. U. Martha, played by Angie Smith, displays her Charleston technique to her customers at the malt shop. 5 Stacy Waldron, who acted as a public relations agent, gives some advice to 2 her client, Curtis Jackson. 5 1. The entire cast of Ducktails and Bobhysox wraps up the show with the final production number of Homecoming Rock . 2. Martha and Tillie constantly keep us in stitches with their amusing facial expressions while the Grimes and Hawkins look on. 3. Plotsky, Marsha Shook, and Wheels, Jeff Shearing, give Alice, Rhonda Leach a rough time for abandoning the street gang. U. Of course it’s me! It's been me for as long as I can remember! , exclaims Laura Carter, portrayed by Stephanie Fain. 5- Excitement always seems to throw Tillie, Laura Swonger, into an uproar at the drop of a hat. 6. Who gets the cherry phosphate? , asks dumb Tillie. 47 Thz itl.H.S. Chain, dinzctzd by Sandna Nodnuii, u)at vzny active thit school yuan u)ith Azvznal pznionmancet at welt at a vzny pn.oiita.blz chzztz and Aautagz Aalz to naitz needed iundt ion. thz gnoup. Thz iinal tett ion. a yzan oi hand wonk comzt with thz completion oi an exciting and excellent penionmancz in thz annual Spning Sing. OPUS X, a Apzcial t how chain alto capably dinzctzd by Sandna Nodnuii, bzgint tnalning duning thz Aummen ion a yzan oi pzn-ionmanczt intidz oun community and Aunnounding anzat. Thit yzan thz talzntzd gnoup com-plztzd nzanly twenty, pno-izAAional pznionmanczt. 1. Larry Frick, Shiela Schrader, and Jeff Garvin work on the slide presentation for the John Lennon Memorial. 2. Jeff and Angie entertain us with a skit during the Christmas program. 3. W.H.S. Senior Choir. U. OPUS X provides a little hometown entertainment on the stage during Ohillco Days. 5. The choir girls appear to be quite disgusted with the guys' advice. 6. Selling Wellston High sweaters was one of the choir's money making projects. 49 1. CFUS X opens a challenging new year hy performing at Ohillco Days. 2. Choir members teach us about the process for making a fruitcake. 3. OPUS X brings back memories of the Fifties at the Junior Senior Banquet. U. OPUS X: Row 1: Left to Right: T. Cox, M. Shook, L. Young, S. Nodruff, S. Fain, R. Leach, K. Evans. Row 2: J. Ghearing P. Case, C. McKinniss, S. Schrader, J. Garvin, L. Swonger, G. Davis, C. Hale, T. Cavanaugh, R. McManaway, J. Pittenger L. Frick. 5. The choir guys shaxe a little manly advice during the Spring Sing. I. TRI-HI-Y INDUCTEES:. Rov 1: Left to Right: D. Acker, S. Cook, T. Cavanaugh, R. Grant. Row 2: J. Johnston, V. Stewart, J. Camp- bell, A. Smith. 2. Kim Aberts makes sure her inductee's initiation is complete. 3. The Tri-Hi -Y inductees in their initiation garb. L. SENIOR TRI-HI-Y MEMBERS: Row 1: Left to Rifdit: B. Gill, J. Pittenger, M. Hulbert, G. Davis, J. Oths. Row 2: K. Aberts, K. Downard, S. Schrader, J. Ingalls. 5 Some members ride in the famous tricycle race. 6. Who is that behind those Foster Grants? J. Don't worry girls, it's only spaghetti. ShaMiott and (€vlenumif The Tnl-Hl-V I a nellglou onganlzatlon I[ok Junion and Senlon glnl . Each yean, the new Inductee mu t complete an Initiation. This Initiation usually become a 6un and exciting day on the entlfie high chool which put up with a lot Oj$ melly glnl and many aln nald In the hallway . Neon the end o the yean though, the glnl paAtlclpate In a veny enlou , nellglou cenejmony de lgned to build the young women ’ chanacten and monal value . 53 J)i 'H (J} fjfa tibe 54 The F.F.A. Club out hJ.H.S. -U a veny active gnoup. Each yean, the quo up conducts Its cltnus mult a,ale to noise money ion. chapten activities. The gnoup pantlclpates In many local, dlstnlct, and state competitions. This yean, the agnlcultane students planted and one noising an expenlmental no-till conn cnop. 1. J.R. Ervin receives the Star Chapter Fanning Award from Conard Fulton. 2. Members of the F.F.A. receives their Chapter Farming Degrees at the banquet. 3- F.F.A. QUEEN AND COURT: Left to Right: Second Runner- up, S. Greer; Queen, M. Walters; First Runner-up, R. Ervin. U. Members of the F.F.A. received their Green-Hand Degrees at the banquet. 5. These members of the F.F.A. were selected as Proficiency Award winners at the annual banquet. 6. °resident of the F.F.A., J.R. Ervin speaks at the banquet. J. David Richards, Donald Kincaid, and Richie Wires participate in the green-hand initiation. 55 tdcademic fixce knw u $wtw wd Every year a banquet lt held to ho non. tho-ie itudenh) who have. achieved and maintained academic excellence. throughout the year. At thl annual banquet, the National Honor Society Inducts newly qualified itudenti Into the select group. Top icholau o each grade level are aZ o announced and recognized far their academic achievement6. 1. N.H.S. INDUCTEES: Row 1: Left to Right: M. Spencer, L. Abele, R. Jonas, C. Corvin, R. Leach, S. Kisor. Row 2: B. Potts, B. Peters, S. Massie, B. Kuntz, T. Montgomery, K. Mullen, Row 3: R. Manring, C. Norris, J.R. Ervin, J. Wilbur. 2. Chock Norris signs the register book for induction. 3. Lighting the candles is part of the induction ceremony. 1j. lisa Owrey pins a carnation on J.R. Ervin, a new member of N.H.S. 5-Robert Frisby receives special recognition for ranking in the district and state on the scholarship test. 6. N.H.S. MEMBERS: Row 1: Left to Right: G. Davis, J. Oths, L. Swonger, R. Kincaid, P. Case, B. Gill. Row 2: L. Owrey, T. Walbum, T. Garvin, R. Frisby, W. Mullett. 57 oo 1. Glen Mayhev receives a certificate from Mr. Ttom Baker for his participation on the scholarship team. 2. HIGH-Q TEAM MEMBERS: Left to Right: L. Frick, C. Corvin, S. Waldron, S. Fain. 3. TOP JUNIORS: Seated: Left to Right: C. Corvin, R. Leach. Standing: M. Spencer, L. Abele, R. Jonas. 1 . TOP FRESHMAN: Seated: Left to Right: M. Hutch- ison, A. Hill, K. Meacham. Standing: C. Hale, P. King, D. Reed. 5. TOP SOPHOMORES: Seated: Left to Right: M. Shook, S. Waldron. Standing: L. Frick, T. Wood. 6. SCHOLARSHIP TEAM: Row 1: left to Right: L. Abele, R. Leach, J. Oths, L. Swonger, R. Kincaid, P. Case, R. Jonas. Row 2: T. Cox, M. Shook, S. Waldron, P. King, L. Frick, M. Spencer, A. Hill, C. Corvin. Row 3: J. Pariseau, G. Mayhew, B. Kuntz, C. Hale, C. Norris, D. Cox, T. Wood. Row U: B. Reed, B. Myers, J. Wilbur, R. Frisby, C. Henry. 7. TOP SENIORS: Seated: Left to Right: W. Mullett, G. Davis, L. Swonger, R. Kincaid, B. Brooks, T. Cook. Standing: S. Staten, S. Radcliff, T. Walbum, R. Frisby. 1. F.H.A. MEMBERS: Row 1: Left to Right: D. Farley, F. Hill, D. Far- ley, S. Pariseau, C. Davis, P. Ragan, T. Ponn, K. Gilliland. Row 2: K. Kelly, S. Pittenger, M. Perry, R. Trivette, K. Patrick, T. Perkins. 2. OFFICE AIDES: Sitting: A. Hill, J. Loudermilk. Standing: B. C-ill, A. Wagener, R. Gross, J. Johnston, T. Ponn, D. Farley. 3. NEWSPAPER STAFF: Left to Right: L. Frick, T. Angles, P. Case, T. Ponn, D. Farley, B. Gill, R. Gross. U. YEARBOOK STAFF: Sitting: M. Staten, T. Cox, M. Edwards, R. Leach. Standing: T. Fonn, M. Shook, S. Waldron, L. Swonger. 5 YOARC MEMBERS: Sitting: D. Libby, P. Case. Standing: B. Gill, R. Kincaid, R. Jonas, T. Ponn. 6. GERMAN CLUB: Sitting: Left to Right: C. Corvin, A. Toro, C. Geitz, S. LeMay. Standing: Left to Right: A. Lewis, S. Fain, R. Manring, B. Haaunond, L. Young, B. Reed, C. McKinniss, A. Hill, T. Snedecor, L. Fraley, D. Walton. 62 1. STUDENT COUNCIL: Row 1: Left to Right: S. LeMay, J. Oths, P. Gross, J. Pittenger, D. Dunfee, S. Waldron. Row 2: A. Jones, M. Mad- den, D. Howe, D. Thome, J. Johnston, A. Smith, B. Gill. 2. JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS: Top to Bottom: L. Martin, C. Mayhew, J. Johnston, A. Smith. 3. SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS: Left to Right: C. Norris, B. Gill, J. Jeffers, h. LIBRARY AIDES: Row 1: Left to Right: S. Pariseau, E. Nan- gle, T. White, B. Argabright. Row 2: D. Petrie, R. Frisby, S. Moshier. 5. CIRL'S STATE DELEGATES: Left to Right: B. Potts, L. Abele, M. Spen- cer, R. Leach, R. Jonas, J. Campbell. 6. SPANISH CLUB: Row 1: Left to Right: P. Griffis, T. Cox, R. Jonas, I. Conn, A. Toro. Row 2: G. Cundiff, T. Montgomery, M. Waldron, S. Waldron, P. Davis. 4 CONCERT ly. ■ J RESERVE VOLLEYBALL 1981 Wellston vs. Pike Eastern 7-15; 11-15 Wellston Vi . Galllpolis 16-14; 15-17; 3-15 Wellston vs. Athens 15-13; 9-15; 15- 9 Wellston Vi. Vinton County 15- 2; 15- 3 Wells ton Vi. Logan 15- 6; 15-12 Wellston Vi. Wavealy 9-15; 0-15 Wellston Vi. Meigs 15- 8; 15- 3 Wellston Vi. Pike Eastern 6-15; 7-15 Wellston Vi. laonton 12-15; 9-15 Wells t Wellston Vi. Oak Hill 15- 8; 7-15; 17-15 Wellst Wellston Vi. Athens 8-15; 15-18; 15- 5 Wellst Wellston Vi. Logan 14-16; 15-10; 4-15 Wellst Wellston Vi. Jackson 15-12; 15-13 Wellst Wellston Vi. Wavealy 9-15; 8-15 Wellst Wellston vi. Vinton County 10-15; 9-15 Wellst Wellston Vi. laonton 10-15; 13-15 Wellston V 4 . Meigs 15- 8; 8-15; 15-11 Ninth Wellston Vi. Oak Hill 9-15; 12; 15 Eighth Gaade Basketball 1981 VARSITY BASEBALL 1981 Wellston 29 Galllpolis 51 Wellston 36 Beavea 38 Wellston 20 Athens 35 Wellston 25 Logan 28 Wellston 29 Oak Hill 26 Wellston 25 Jackson 33 Wellston 35 Allensvllle 24 Wellston 30 Vinton 18 Wellston 29 Meigs 30 Wellston 26 Beavea 25 Wellston 30 Oak Hill 31 Wellston 26 Galllpolis 44 Wellston 24 Athens 39 Wellston 23 Logan 48 Wellston 4 Eastean (Pike) Wellston 11 Southern Wellston 8 South Webstea Wellston 6 Tnimble Wellston 2 laonton Wellston 9 Nets o nvltle -Yoak Wellston 10 Jackson Wellston 13 NelsonvUle-Voak Wellston 0 Athens Wellston 27 Vinton County Wellston 5 Galllpolis Wellston 5 Meigs Wellston 4 Logan Wellston 6 Jackson Wellston 5 laonton Wellston 2 Poatimoath Wellston 1 Pools mouth Wellston 4 Athens Wellston 10 Talmble Wellston 4 Galllpolis Wellston 0 Logan Wellston 9 Hills boao Wellston 8 Talmble Wellston 8 Wavealy Wellston 3 WaveAly Wellston 9 Meigs RESERVE FOOTBALL VARSITY FOOTBALL 1980 1980 8 KygeA C ieek 16 OleZZiton 38 Alexander 7 0 GaZZZpoZZi 40 OleZZiton 0 UetionviZZe-Y oAk 32 0 Athene 8 OleZZiton 21 Vinton County 3 16 Logan 0 OleZZiton 0 OlaveAZy 25 0 OlavetZy n OleZZiton 14 Athene 6 8 OlaveAZy 12 OleZZiton 0 Meigi 30 0 Jack-ion 36 OleZZiton 0 Logan 28 OleZZiton 13 GaZZZpoZZi 26 tade Game. OleZZiton 13 lAonton 35 OleZZiton 0 Jackion 10 VARSITY VOLLEYBALL 1981 OleZZiton Vi. Pike EaiteAn 6-15; 3-15 OleZZiton Vi. GaZZZpoZZi 2-15; 3-15 OleZZiton Vi. Athem 5-15; 3-15 OleZZiton Vi. Vinton County 15- 8; 15- 0 OleZZiton Vi. Logan 5-15; 11-15 OleZZiton Vi. OlaveAZy 6-15; 7-15 OleZZiton Vi. NoAth GaZZZa 15- 2; 15-10 OleZtiton Vi. Jackion 13-15; 15-11; 8-15 OleZZiton Vi. M eigi 15-11; 15- 5 OleZZiton Vi. Pike EaiteAn 6-15; 4-15 OleZZiton Vi. lAonton 2-15; 10-15 OleZtiton Vi. GaZZZpotii 9-15; 15-13; 5-15 OleZZiton Vi. Oak FUZZ 6-15; 11-15 OleZtiton Vi. Athem 4-15; 6-15 OleZZiton Vi. Logan 6-15; 15-10; 3-15 OleZtiton Vi. Jackion 9-15; 10-15 OleZZiton Vi. OlaveAZy 9-15; 3-15 OleZtiton Vi. Vinton County 15-11; 10-15; 13-15 OleZZiton Vi. I Aonton 6-15; 15-11; 2-15 OleZZiton Vi. MeZgi 10-15; 13-15 OleZZiton Vi. Oak HiZZ 9-15; 10-15 SectZonaZ TouAnament OleZZiton Vi. PoAtimouth Oleit 15-6; 15-10 OleZZiton Vi. OlheeZeAibuAg 15-5; 15- 7 OleZtiton Vi. Jackion 15-17;15-11; SPORTS 1. A Rocket touchdown hope passes over Lambert's hands during a battle with the Jackson Ironmen. 2. Quarterback, C. Norris throws a pass for the Golden Rockets. 3- Coaches argue a trick play with an official during the Jackson game. U. VARSITY GOLDEN ROCKETS: Row 1: Left to Right: T. Wallin, C. Speakman, B. Norris, C. Shotts, K. Potts, R. Case, J. Exline. Row 2: S. King, D. Osborne, J. Mid- kiff, W. Osborne, S. Massie, G. Kelly, T. Ervin, D. Compston, Coach T. Osborne. Row 3: Coach P. Blankenship, Coach D. Griffin, C. Norris, S. Cox, L. Smith, J. Dever, J. R. Ervin, G. White, Coach S. West, Coach G. Hall. Row 1 : T. Ghearing, B. Kisor, J. Smith, T. Montgomery, D. Lambert, J. Greer, B. Benson, S. King, J. Perkins, K. Waldron, L. Frick, R. Nichols, L. Schulz. 5. Midkiff concentrates on catching the speeding ball. 6. D. Osborne boots Wellston out of trouble. 7. B. Norris kicks off the season for the Rockets. 66 J)(t d SBmtcA The Golden Rocket began training or the season during July. The Rockets, under head coach Paul Blankenship, opened the season on August 29 uiith an exciting victory oven Alexander. The Rockets also posted victories oven Athens and Vinton County. The team which lost twelve seniors via graduation completed a 3-7 campaign. 67 1. Todd Montgomery struggles for yardage against the Vinton County Vickings. 2. All League, Dale Lambert tries to make a corner for the Golden Rockets. 3. Shane Cox tries to receive a pass in rough territory. 1 . Dangerous Dale squirts loose against arch rival, Jackson. 5. Coach Paul Blankenship peps up the crowd for a big game. 6. Big Jeff Dever barrels through a sign as if it were his opponents. 7. Another Ringing of the Bell as the Rockets chalk up another victory. 69 I. FRESHMAN FOOTBALL TEAM: Row 1: Left to Right: Trainer, R. Nichols, B. Griffith, R. Staten, J.B. Pariseau, D. Reed, E. Smith, Trainer, B. Jordan. Row 2: J. May, J. Bragg, C. Hale, T. Simpson, T. Cook, Coach D. Griffin. Row 3: M. Pariseau, M. Pariseau, F. Coleman, E. Sprague, W. Norris, K. McCloud. 2. EIGHTH GRADE FOOTBALL TEAM: Row 1: Left to Right: Trainer, J. Johnston, J. Hatten, L. McClellan, J. Walton, R. Rose, R. Shotts, D. Frick. Row 2: Left to Right: B. Benson, J. Aleshire, S. Newman, J. Cheatwood, R. Sprague, T. Simpson, J.C. Spearry. Row 3: Coach P. Boggs, D. Arms, T. Mannering, S. Dunn, B. Bryan, D. Hill, Coach L. Newman. Row L: B. Kisor, M. Campbell, R. Potts, D. Combs, J. Chafin, M. Aberts. 3. Bryan bulls his way through for well deserved yardage. U. Newman picks his way through a Junior High line. 5- Protection, is the key to any passing attack as these young players display. 70 HILLSfON IT 'idr WULSTO wtUSTI WELLSTOJ ELiST� K, WEUSTON ,WEHSfl)� i 4 !TJJW '-Jft fauMy fJJ{ wfce(b f uht ie ffltiGwgiic t b ( ve i '%' , Gre i 3)a e TxadJlbionaJlly an alt mate team, the 19SO-SI cxon country team Included thxee ginti. Thxough the guidance ofi coach Ganxett Pomqaa and many houxt ofi hand pxactlce, the xunnexi, leaxned to enduxe the gxuellng I.5 mile xace. Thli itxength Mill xe-maln a the team loiei only one ■ienlox. 1. Russell Manring exhaustingly crosses the finish line. 2. Barry Peters leads the pack. 3. Keryn Evans and Karen Freeland pace themselves through the grueling run. 1 . W.H.5. CROSS COUNTRY TEAM: Rov 1: left to Right: B. Peters, T. Iockard, D. Bush, D. Funk. Row 2: N. Allison, R. Manring, J. Berrow, P. Bush, G. Mayhev. 5. A- group of athletes begin their cross country run. 6. John Derrov and Dave Funk place all efforts on overtaking their opponents. 73 1. Wellston sets the ball over the net to waiting opponents. 2. Senior Sonya Hatten concentrates on a winning serve. 3. VARSITY VOLLEYBALL TEAM: Sitting: Left to Right: B. Potts, S. Hatten, M. Spencer. Standing: Coach N. Kibler, L. Vickers, Kim Mullen, D. Vickers. lj. RESERVE VOLLEYBALL TEAM: Sitting: Left to Right: L. Roberts, A. Oths, L. Ousley. Standing: Coach S. Evans, D. Stewart, S. Ross, S. Cook. 5. Stephanie, Give me twenty - on the floor -on the double! 2 The VaAsity Volleyball team, coached by Nancy KibleA, ended the season In touAnament play by reaching the sectional inal.i. VuAing the season, the team chalked up exciting vic-toAies against Vault,mouth and WheeleAsbuAg but lost disappointingly to aAch nival Jackson. This yeaA's team mil lose thAee veny capable senioA athletes but uiill AetuAn next yeaA usith seveAal veteAan playeAS. The AeseAve team loos coached by Sandy Evans. a tic olu At the clo e of the. 6ecu on, the W.H.S. Glrlt’ Softball Team, coached by Mauk Mullen and Sue Otki, left the diamond with a 16-6 record. With a relatively mall rotten and a new pitcher-catcher duo, the Rockettei, had tome building problem4. Next year’6 team mil continue without the aPittance of three, very dedicated teuton,. 1 1. Watch out for Beth Potts' secret pitchI 2. W.K.S. SOFTBALL TEAM: Row 1: Left to Right: D. Howe, A. Oths, M. Spencer, D. Vickers, L. Patton. Row 2: Coach M. Mullen, L. Vickers, S. Hatten, C. Bragg, Assistant Coach, S. Oths. 3. Is Sonya Hatten going to plaster that hall. In Lori Vickers makes a definite connection with the hall. 5. The hall flies nicely into Melissa Spencer's glove. 5 77 1. RESERVE CHEERLEADERS: Left to Right: D. Dunfee, R. Leach, A. King. 2. A surprise visit from the Cookie Monster livens up a pep rally. 3. VARSITY CHEERLEADERS: Row 1: K. Abert. Row 2: L. Clark, J. Ingalls, R. leach. Row 3: B. Jay John. Row 1 : K. Dovnard. U. Football players display team spirit during a rousing pep rally. 5-Junior High students make a poster for the basketball team. 6. During another pep assembly, the old pie in the face routine gets everyone in the spirit for an exciting game. U if ue enA f}o;i Throughout the. entire school gear, there will always be several groups ofi jumping girth brought together in an attempt to support a partieutar sport and rouse school spirit. The cheerleaders can always be faound planning a skit, making a poster, working on a new cheer, or raising money fior necessary equipment. Heedless to say, these young women always have something up their sleeve to pep up the team or W.H.S. ans or a big game. f w f fa wo The Mauity Rocket Basketball team opened the season undex the coaching ability ofi Gaxxett Powexs. The stxong vetexan team completed the eason with an 11-11 xecoxd. With the loss Ojf only hoax senioxs, next yeax’ xetuxning team should be vexy well equipped and capable o an exciting season. The xesexve team wai coached by Texxy Osboxne. Thxoughout the reason, pxooi °i sevexal pxomising athlete fax the next yeax’s vauity team wa evident. The Gixls ’ Basketball team coached by Maxk Mullen finished it thixd yeax with a 9-11 xecoxd. Next yeax’ team will be without the expedience oft thxee eniox lettexmen, but will (jaxe well with sevexal xetuxning lettexmen. The xesexve squad wa coached by Robext Stagg . SO I. W.H.S. VARSITY BASKETBALL TEAM: Left to Right: Trainer, L. Frick, Coach G. Powers, Manager, E. Cavanaugh. R. Parsons, B. Peters, R. Manring, P. Bush, J. Derrow, C. Norris, T. Jeffers, J. Dever, J. R. Ervin, B. Benson, N. Allison, S. Mas-sie. 2. The opponents are baffled by John. 5. Russell Parsons leads his team to another victory. SI I. RESERVE BASKETBALL TEAM: Row 1: Left to Right: G. Huston, T. Wood, J. Rowland, T. Pyson, K. Wood, P. Kight. Row 2: Manager, B. Gill, B. Norris, R. Trace, C. Derrcw, P. Perkins, L. Pay, C. Speakman, Coach T. Osborne. 2. Chris Derrow sinks another to the Reserve Rockets for a victory. 3. Eddie Sprague leaps against an opponent for possession of the ball. b. Charlie Lindauer tries for a basket while opponents are off guard. 5- FRESHMAN BASKETBALL TEAM: Row 1: Left to Right: D. Bush, B. Jordan, B. Griffith, V. Norris, C. Henry, J. Bragg. Row 2: Coach B. Phillips, K. McCloud, C. McKinniss, E. Sprague, C. Hale, C. Lindauer. J)i(fjah 3$u m f ie (€ nnh 1. GIRL'S VARSITY BASKETBALL TEAM: Row 1: Left to Right: S. Hat.ten, L. Patten, T. Fannin, K. McFadden, J. Williams, B. Potts, M. Spencer. Row 2: Assistant Coach, R. Staggs, L. Roberts, K. Mullen, L. Martin, B. McFadden, L. Vickers, Coach M. Mullen. 2. Lori Vickers goes up for two points. 3. Kim Mullen wins the tip off. 4. GIRL' S RESERVE BASKETBALL TEAM: Row 1: Left to Right: A. Marks, R. Buffington, M. Dyson, L. Fraley, J. Martin, D. Stewart. Row 2: Coach R. Staggs, A. Oths, B. Deck, P. King, S. Stewart, K. Daily, D. Howe. 5 Paula King blocks a pass. 6. Lori Vickers and Sonya with a friendly handshake. 86 'JJtacA JJeam SJn n j JJeai In a fie.biiildU.nq yeafi, the 19S0-S1 boy’t tfiack team, coached by BfUan Lintala, uxu6 pZa.gu.ed with numefiout injutiiet. Coach Lintala teet next yeafi't teaton at one o 6 many pottibilUXiet and it anxloutly awaiting the already ob eAved upcoming talent in the undefi-clattmen fiankt. I. W.H.S. TRACK TEAM: Row 1: Left to Right: M. Smith, D. Reed, S. Kilgour, T. Lockard, G. Huston, J. May. Row 2: J. Wagener, S. Massie, D. Lambert, J.R. Ervin, G. Mayhew, B. Peters, D. Funk, E. Chandler. Row 3: R. Case,C. Hale, E. Spriggs, C. McKinniss, J. Garvin, G. Cur.diff. 2. Franz Coleman has another first place finish under his belt. 3. Is Dave Funk in front all by himself? U. With a strong start, Dale Lambert is on the way to a good finish. 5- Bill Chandler shows us that running sometimes means pain . S7 J)('M'(j) (i adieb a te ' (taAmg 'JAacfo The 1980-81 ginl'A tfiack oa a team is A till building, bat through the individual talent oft Lonl RobenlA and Jenny OthA, it received aecognition. The moAtly undeAclaAAmen team, coached by Gatoiett PouieAA, (AXcth upcoming paoApectA A hall paove to be moae AucceAA ul next AcaAon. 88 1. Keryn Evans displays her fine hurdling form. 2. Lori Roberts shoots off the blocks and leaves her opponents in the dust. 3- Lori gives it her all in the long Jump. k. GIRL'S TRACK TEAM: Row 1: Left to Right: K. Freeland, K. Evens, S. Evans. Row 2: P. King, J. Oths, L. Roberts, Coach G. Powers. 5. Paula King gives her last spurt of energy as she races towards the finish line. S9 i Jntfone The 19S1 W.H.S. Tennlt team filnlthed at one o£ the tchool’i but even. cot they potted a 13-6 neconid. With the loti ot$ only one tenlon. and with continued practice, next yean’t team thould be poweA ul. The team It coached by Mike Wood. The golfi team falnlthed the teaton with a 11-22 n.econ.d oven.aU. In ho pet ofi lowering theln. tconet, the entlne team will n.etun.n next (,all to the gneent. The gol{, coach wot Pat Hendemhott. 90 3 1. Steve Moshier concentrates on connecting with the ball. 2. Kicking back for a rest are Neal Allison and Randy Christian. 3. W.H.S. TENNIS TEAM: Row 1: Left to Right: S. Moshier, B. Kintz, R. Christian. Row 2: Coach M. Wood, T. Wood, R. Manring, L. Martin, N. Allison, K. Wood, C. Henry, b. Russell Manring swings through for a great return. 5• W.H.S. GOLF TEAM: Row 1: Left to Right: E. Cavanaugh, S. Nicholson, S. Cook, D. Martin. Row 2: B. Kuntz, G. Henry, Coach P. Hendershott, C. Derrow, C. Henry. 97 92 f$a ei Jt(ft ! Coached by Pat HendeA hott, the 1980-81 VaAAity BaAebaLt team 6-intshed the AeaAon 'with a 14-10 ovena l aecoad. ThoAe receiving SEOAL honohA uiette Hagen. Taace, Todd Montgomery, and John Venrow. The reAetioe team coached by Voug Gridin poAted a perfect 6-0 record {,on. the AeaAon. 6 1. Jeff Midkiff prepares to step into the batter's box. 2. Todd Montgomery talks strategy with Coach Pat Hendershott. 3. Buss Parsons plants one in the mitt. U. Eric Cavanaugh displays his fielding abilities. 5. V.'.H.S. BASEBALL TEAM: Row 1: Left to Right: J. Midkiff, T. Montgomery, C. Derrow, L. Ray, E. Cavanaugh, L. Patrick, R. Parsons. Row 2: Coach P. Hender- shott, R. Trace, F.J. Perkins, D. Campbell, T. Simpson, S. Cox, B. Benson, J. Derrow, Coach D. Griffin. 6. Team members discussing baseball in the dugout. 93 2 ?- wc ntMt edged 1. Athletes honored at the Winter Sports Banquet. 2. Heal Allison receives a tennis trophy from Coach Wood. 3. Keryn Evans is presented an award for track from Coach Powers. It. Jeff Bever is honored with the Bill Davis Football Trophy. 5. Coach Powers presents a basketball trophy to senior, John Jeffers. 6. Athletes honored at the Spring Sports Banquet. UNDERCLASSMEN A Leanna Abele Deena Acker Rhonda Aldrich Neal Allison Tami Angles B Richard Baker Brad Benson Mark Bishop Tonya Bishop Cindy Brooks C Pete Bush Julie Campbell Sheri Childers Rob Cochran Mike Coleman D Susie Cook Christy Corvin Greg Courts Dan Cox David Creech E Gary Daily Rick Daily Scott Davis Brenda Denny John Derrow F Greg Dixon Lisa Dodds J.R. Ervin Linda Edwards Joe Edinger 98 JUNIORS A B C D E F 100 Dave Funk Tina Froesch Tina Fannin Stephanie Fain Tammy Garey Jeff Geer Bryan Gill Barry Graham Sharon Graham Robin Grant Earl Hamblin Oscar Hamblin Rob Hayth Mike Henry Lisa Rollingshead Melissa Horne Paula Jackson Autumn JayJohn Sean Jayjohn Steve Johnson Jodi Johnston Robin Jonas Steve Jones Greg Kelly Brad King Stephanie Kisor Bruce Kuntz Lee Lambert Donna Landrum Kathy Landrum A Rhonda Leach Tammy Lowry Kim Maerker Carey Mahley Teri Mahley B Russell Manring Linda Martin Angela Martindill Scott Massie Jean May C Glen Mayhew Kelly Meacham Janet Merrill Todd Montgomery Kim Mullen D Renate Murray Sylvia Myers Connie Nicholson Diane Norton Mike Norton E Mary Oliver Laura Ousley Denise Parsons Kelley Patterson Jeff Perkins F Pat Perkins Lorie Perry Barry Peters Pam Petrie Ijrnne Potter 101 A Beth Potts Kathleen Rankin Bill Rawlins Jana Ray Missy Ray B Sandy Rice Lori Roberts Tammy Robson Chris Rouse Todd Rowland C Tami Russell Wayne Shepherd James Smathers Angie Smith Toni Snedecor 101 33 A Kim Speakman Melissa Spencer Angie Steel Vicci Stewart Dawn Vickers B Mary Walters Todd Vickers Gerald Webb Jeff Wilbur Kim Williams C Ed Wyatt Ron Wyckoff Lynn Young 103 A Steve Abele Toni Aberts David Akers Beth Argabright David Arnold David Arthur B Barbara Atwood Karen August Mike Bales Jana Beekman Melinda Brown Wanda Brown C Kevin Bryan Hick Buffington Linda Bush Shelley Butterbaugh Jackie Campbell Terry Campbell D Eri ? Cavanaugh Bill Chandler Ronda Cheatwoo i Roanna Coe Kelly Colley Don Compston E Jim Compston Tina Cox Kelley Craig Gary Cundiff Kim Daily Elliot Davis F Patty Davis Kevin Deck Chris Derrow Mark Dodds Richard Drake Tim Dyson G Mia Edwards Rhonda Ervin Tina Essman Susan Evans Tom Farleigh Donna Farley 104 SOPHOMORES 705 A Ellen Farley Larry Frick Mike Fridenmaker Pat Gallivan Jeff Garvin Bill Gill B Martha Gilliland Mary Gilliland Cindy Graham Jeff Graham Shelby Greer Patty Griffis C Greg Henry Sally Henry Tammy Hatten Todd Henry Fawn Hill Kristi Horrocks D Dawn Howe Sam Howell Tessie Howell Sandy Hudson Gary Hunt Gary Huston E Paul Jarvi s Jeff Jayjohn Jerry Jenkins Teresa Jones Eleniae Keller Chip Kight F Scot Kilgour Don Kincaid Glen Kisor Darren Lambert Paul Leach Suzy LeMay G Cheryl Linton Tad Lockard Felicia Lott Kelly Mahley Deanna Martin Doug Martin 106 A Steve Matthews Krista McFadden Jamie McDonald Tim McDonald Eric McKinniss Jodi Montgomery B Sheri Moore Bryan Mullen Norma Nicholson Scott Nicholson Robbie Norman Bill Norris C Jerry Norton Robert Oliver Amy Oths Stephanie Ousley Rick Parsons John Patrick D Lisa Patton Trisa Patton Brian Perkins Crystal Perkins P.J. Perkins Melissa Perry E Sheilla Pittenger Kevin Potts Doug Ratliff Loren Ray Treena Ray Tina Reed F David Richards Dane Ross Stephanie Ross Joe Rouse Jim Rowland Cheryl Royster G Bonnie Sass Peggy Seymour Trenda Sheets Greg Shook Jim Shook Marsha Shook 10 7 108 A Terri Simpson Mark Sirback Carmen Smith B Mark Smith John Sorrell Tom Sorrell Chuck Speakman Dixie Stewart Tina Stewart C Doug Swingle Freddie Taylor Sheila Tiller Howard Tilley Wes Tilley Roger Trace D Holly Trivette Melissa Underwood Joe Wagener Stacy Waldron Tim Wallin David Walton E Greg White Kerry Wood Melissa Wood Terry Wood Linda Woodruff Ruth Woods 109 A B C D E F G 110 Annette Arnold Cindy Baisden Randy Baldwin Randy Barnett Jerry Bragg Teresa Brooks Renee Buffington Rick Burns David Burton Elisa Burton David Bush Melissa Butterbaugh James Canter Paula Cantrell Randy Christian Christy Clark Kim Clark Jane Click Roxanna Coe Franz Coleman Lisa Compston Lisa Conn Sean Cook Tony Cook Paul Creech Cheryl Davis Brenda Deck Bill DeLong Bruce Dixon Paul Downard Darla Dunfee Maria Dyson Rhonda Ervin Rita Ervin Keryn Evans Clyde Ewing Buel Farley Jeff Floyd Susan Forrest Linda Fraley Karen Freeland Jim Frisby FRESHMAN A Gayla Fyffe Ceil Geitz Jeff Ghearing Billy Griffith Reggie Gross Charley Hale B Chris Henry Steve Henson Amy Hill Brian Hill Jonette Hollingshead Mark Hollingshead C Leanna Horne Ivan Hubbard Lisa Hudson Michele Hutchison Donna Ingalls Peggy Ingalls D Billy Jordan Charles Keller Mitchell Keller Kenny Kelly Kim Kelly Angie King E Mark King Paula King Tom Kisor Larry Kruskamp Rusty Landrum Angie Lewis F Deidra Libby Scott Long Debbie Loper Janet Loudermilk Bill Lucas Michelle Madden G Janice Martin Mary Martin Julian May Renae McBride Lonette McClellan Melissa McCumber 112 Chris McKinniss Randy McManaway Kendra Meacham Patty Milliken Tammy Mulhern Brian ffyers Elizabeth Nangle Leanne Nichols Bub Norris Jay Bee Pariseau Jon Pariseau Martin Pariseau Matthew Pariseau Kim Patrick Carrie Patterson Robert Phillips Rhonda Peoples David Petrie Valerie Pierce Tony Pugh Brenda Ratliff David Reed Janet Reed Mary Richards Eric Rippeth George Rippeth Tom Robinette Rosie Robinson Mark Rose Darlene Rouse Joy Sexton Pam Seymour Michelle Shepherd Tammy Shook Cindy Short Ted Simpson Paul Sims Debbie Smith Eddie Smith Phillip Sorrell Becky Spires Eddie Spriggs 773 A Robbie Staten Lori Steel Sandy Stewart Barbara Taylor Lisa Thompson Dawn Thorne B Cindy Townsend Monica Waldron Tracy White Karen Wilbur Kim Wilbur Tim Williams C Jimmy Williamson Richard Wires Pam Zinn 7 75 A Jessica Ackers Becky Adkins Shari Aldrich Jerry Aleshire Darren Arms Lynn Arthur B Mark August Kevin Baker Barry Benson John Bocook Janatte Boggs Kelly Boggs C Mona Bowling Paulette Bowling John Brady Buddy Bryan Denise Burke Wendell Burke D Carol Bush Teresa Caldwell Mark Campbell Melanie Cardwell Tony Cardwell Jeff Cheatwood E John Chafin Paula Childers Paul Claar Brenda Clarkson Lola Collins Doug Combs F Doug Cook Mike Cook Pam Cox Michelle Craig Patty Davis Brian Deck G James Dickerson Randy Dixon Wendy Dixon Danny Downard T.C. Downard Scott Dunn 116 EIGHTH GRADE fo. My t 'Ae e i 1. JR. HIGH VOLLEYBALL TEAM: Row 1: Left to Right: R. Smith, T. Kharoufeh K. McCloud, J. Smith, A. Daily, K. Baker. Row 2: T. Henry, M. Smith, J. Ackers, J. Kennedy, J. Rice, T. Fife. Row 3: M. Scharfenberger, K. Kimble, R. Nichols, A. Jones, K. Mullens, M. Mahle, Coach Peggy Murdoch. 2. All team members are ready to return the ball to their opponents. 7 77 A Ron Dyson Brenda Ewing Eddie Farleigh Sherry Floyd David Frick Steve Frisby B Gary Garvey Jennie Gilliland Don Goodson Jeri Graham Tina Grooms David Gross C Jeff Grow Brian Hammonds Tammy Haselip Jeff Hatten Tammy Henry Debbie Hill D Don Hill Jonna Hollingshead Sherry Howe Jackie Johnston Annette Jones Gavin Jones E Melissa Jones Richard Jones Greg Keller Tracy King Brian Kisor Deanna Kisor F Doug Kisor Sherri Kisor Valerie Kisor Chris Kuhn Glenn Limp Audrie Little G Kelly Long Tom Long Shane Mannering Brian Manring Tom Manring Chad Marquis ns A Barbara Massie Tina Massie Lonnie McClellan Diana McDonald Becky McManaway Teri Meacham B Doug Mullett Bill Neff Ronda Nichols Tammi Norman Hollis Oliver Ann Palmer C Tonda Peoples Mike Perkins Joye Phillips Teresa Pittenger Rondell Potts Angie Rippeth EIGHTH GRADE CHEERLEADERS: Middle: S. Norman. Rov 1: C. Aeh, C. Kuhn. Row 2: T. King, W. Dixon. 7 7 9 A B C D E Ryan Rose Lora Ross Ricky Scaggs Michelle Scharfenberger Angie Short Cindy Shotts Richard Shotts Todd Simpson Roberta Smathers Jody Smith Roxanna Smith Roy Spires Ron Sprague Jesse Stacy Michelle Staten Todd Steel Larry Sturgill •Rita Trivette Louis Walsh Jerry Walton Tammy Walton Kim Wheeler Gary Whetstone Ricky Wilbur Jim Williams Lena Wood Terri Wright Brian Wyatt Gina Young 120 an 'J iac '± eM 1. EIGHTH GRADE BASKETBALL TEAM: Row 1: Left to Right: T. Downard, T. Steel, D. Frick, J. Aleshire, J, Chafin. Row 2: M. Kuhn, B. Ben- son, S. Manring, S. Newman, R. Potts. Row 3: Coach G. Hall, B. Deck, T. Manring, S. Dunn, B. Bryan. 2. Coach Lackey gives his seventh grade team a pep talk. U. JR. HIGH TRACK TEAM: Row 1: Left to Right: R. Potts, R. Wyatt, D. Kisor, L. McKinniss, L. Lambert, B. Grey, M. Campbell, J. Spearry. Row 2: Coach T. Brennan, T. Wil- liams, D. Rife, K. Bevard, D. Wyatt, S. Norman, B. Phillips, B. Henry, C. Shotts, T. Hill, D. Combs. Row 3! T. Burns, C. Shott, R. Hatley, C. Malone, D. Mullett, J. Dickerson, J. Walton, D. Kisor, W. Folden, J. MeKnight. 5- SEVENTH GRADE BASKETBALL TEAM: Row 1: Left to Right: E. Jayjohn, J. Mel- vin, T. Roberts, J. McKnight, R. Hatley. Row 2: Coach M. Lackey, D. Henry, R. Rice, L. Lambert, C. Malone, E. Royster. 121 A Cindy Aeh Sue Allen Gina Baker Karen Bevard Janis Blankenshij Steve Bocook B Chris Brenner Becky Brewer Ken Bright Ronald Bright Keith Brown Kevin Burns C Mike Campbell Pam Chandler Rick Claar Lori Cooper Peggy Craft Cynthia Davis D Nancy Davis Polly Davis Tammy Davis Jeff Dixon Tim Dixon Debbie Dove E Karen Downard Doug Drake Anna Durham Mark Edwards Robin Emmert Joey Farley F Kim Floyd Wayne Folden Vickie Fox Beverly Fridenmaker Patricia Frisby Carl Garvey G Cheryl Gill Larry Goheen Brett Grey Harold Grim Jimmy Hall Teresa Hamilton 122 SEVENTH GRADE 1. Cheering their teem on are J. Kennedy, K. Kimble, and R. Nichols. 2. Lee Lambert reaches high for a grip on the ball. A Becky Harris Rob Hatley Ronnie Hayburn Pat Heilman Becky Henry Donnie Henry B Andrew Henson Brian Hill Melissa Hill Valerie Hutson Cindy Jarvis Ernest Jayjohn C Shawn Jenkins Mike Johnson Paul Johnson Pam Jonas Pam Jones Tim Jorden D Joey Keating Judy Kennedy Russell Kennedy Tricia Kharoufeh Bill Kisor William Kisor E Tim Kruskamp Lorrie Lackey Lee Lambert John Landrum Steve Leach John Lindauer F Nancy Long Pam Loudermilk Kim Lucas Charles Malone Jennifer May Randy McClasky G Karla McCloud Darin McKee Edith McKitterick John McKitterick Jeff McKnight Tim McPheters 9 r r (fjc tyfy tf tyfan . 1.SEVENTH GRADE CHEERLEADERS: Row 1: Left to Right: K. Uiderwood, B. Phillips. Row 2: B. Brewer, D. Wyatt. A Jeff Melvin Mike Miller Allan Moore Shannon Morgan Mike Nelson Sharon Nichols B Dawn Nickel Shari Norman Brenda Oliver Jim Pemberton Belinda Phillips Dennis Pugh C Russell Rankin Sheila Ratliff Janet Rice Debbie Rife Jeffrey Rippeth Rick Rippeth 725 1. Under the guidance of math teacher, Peggy Murdoch, the eighth graders held a math-a-thon to raise money for St. Jude's Children's Hospital. 2. Jody Smith serves injured, Columbus policeman, Mr. Hayes, a plate of delicious pizza. 3. Peggy Murdoch presents an award to one of her outstanding Junior High students. U. Jeff McKnight receives a sports award at a banquet. 5. Junior High students display school spirit during a pep assembly. Roy Roberts Rhonda Rose Vickie Ross Angie Rouse Kira Rowland Eddie Royster Cindy Salmons April Sass Mary Scurlock Craig Smith Gene Smith Mary Smith Tammy Snider Tom Speraw David Sprague Tim Tilliotson Mark Trace Vicky Tudor Kim Underwood Terry Vance Lynley Walton Carla Warington Susan Webb Gina Wilbur Melissa Wilbur Melissa Williams Tammy Williams Twala Williams Tina Wires Shawn Wonders Denise Wyatt Kevin Wyatt Russell Wyatt Tina Wyatt Jackie Yates 127 FACULTY 'JJvnw4U)w J 1. W.H.S. PRINCIPAL, Tom Baker. 2. W.H.S. ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL, Bill Dunn. 3. SUPERINTENDENT OF WELLSTON CITY SCHOOLS, Charles I. Jones. 1 . W.H.S. SECRETARY, Sadie Ford. 5. Assistant Principal, Bill Dunn discusses an important matter with sophomore English teacher, Ida Mae Crabtree. 6. WELLSTON BOARD OF EDUCATION: Sitting: Paul Frick, Jr., Paul King, Dick Brooks. Standing: Allen Brown, Bruce Kuntz. 7. CLERK OF BOARD, Doris Ann May. 4 13 0 RegaAdleAA o h what we believe, oua achievement!, could not be made without the. patience, dedication, and aAAiAtance oh the acuity at well oa the adminiAtAation oh the WellAton School SyAtem. Without thein pushing and plodding to complete an aAAignment, meet a deadline, ox attend an important oaaembly, we could not develop into the aeAponAible adultA that one Ao needed in today’A Aociety. We Ahould Atop to aealize how much theAe people who have dedicated theJji liveA to the development oh the human mind aeally cane. Khtenall, we one tomowiow’A ulune. We will be the Atnonghold oh thiA country. 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INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES vL COMMERCIAL INSTITUTIONAL WATER WASTE TREATMENT PLANTS DESIGN, ESTIMATING, CONSULTING Eal.t 614 286-2126 317 RALPH STREET JACKSON OHIO AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER RJR Foods, Inc. 100 East Broadway Jackson, Ohio Compliments of WOOD FURNITURE COMPANY 256 Main Street Jackson, Ohio Compliments of ihh HERCULES TROUSER CO. West Second Street Wellston THE PHOTOGRAPHERS IV 122 South Pennsylvania Avenue Wellston, Ohio 45692 Phone 614-384-5475 Your Hometown Studio for H Senior Portraits ■ Weddings ■ Family Pictures ■ All Occasions | Sports Photography fl WHS Yearbook Glossies (All pictures taken for the WHS yearbook can be ordered from us at special low prices). CONGRATULATIONS SENIORS OF 286-61oe JCowezA Jor Tfou 62 8ROADWAY JACKSON. OHIO 45640 EDDIE L MULLENS REBA T MULLENS 4984 Compliments of COLL AUTO SALES COMPANY CHRYSLER—DODGE Main Street Jackson, Ohio Compliments of OONGRATTT ATIONS SENIORS KING' S COUNTRY FURNITURE STCRE State Route 327 North of Wellston Compliments of J. P. ROGERS HJNERAL HCME 125 First Street Wellston, Ohio 45692 Good Luck Graduates Radio Station WKOV Main Street Jackson Ohio The Smith-Chambers Co. 1026 S. Penn. Ave. Wellston, Ohio 45692 Jon and Frieda Smith Owners The Department Store for New Fashions; Furniture-Frigidaire Appliances and Zenith w THE PLUM TOEE Featuring Hallmark Cards Gifts Accents Fashion Jewelry Bridal Registry - Noritake - Nitto China - Stoneware - Flatware - Stemware 118 So. Ohio Ave. Wellston, Ohio rcrnplirnents of PIZZA PUB 384-6682 Dine In, Dine Out Drive By or Carry Out Beautiful Pizzas DIE AMERICAN ,'AY CXitdoor Garden Disco—Thursday, i riday Saturday and Sunday Dave and Joyce Frame 1U6 Inc. AN FXJAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER JACKSON, OHIO 45640 614-286-2106 Oonpliments of FRUTH PHARMACY 120 West 2nd Street Wellston, Ohio OONGRATtTLATIONS SENIORS ART'S STEAKHOUSE A Great Place to Bring Friends and Family for Dinner GOOD FOOD - DOW FAMILY PRICING We cater banquets, weddings, parties. inside JOLLY LANES DISCO—Every Jackson, Ohio Sunday Night Compliments of GIOVANNI ' S 216 So. Penn. Ave. 384-2157 And Ginetta’s LITTLE ITALY 11 First Street 384-5333 Wellston Chio RADIO JACKSON INC. STUDIOS AND OFFICES 297 Broadway Jackson, Ohio 45640 Having completed thiA book of memorieA for the. fifth year, one could not begin to count the endleAA hourA of work A pent in compiling Auch a volume. The pageA o f this, and other annualA one cheated in an attempt to capture the countleAA precious, memorieA of one'A high Achool yeaAA. Such years, become more valuable with tone aA do theAe bookA. SeveAal yean, from now when you open your Aenior yearbook, I hope you, the CIoaa of, 1981 will remember for the Achool yean. of 1980-81 woa filled with many memorable occaAionA. ThankA for all of, the memorieA'. In cloAing I would like to acknowledge Aeveral very Apecial people for their aAAiAtance, Aupport, and encouragement. I alAo wiAh to eApecially thank my advitor, Mitch Baker, for hiA dedication and Aupport throughtout the yeaAA. HIGH SCHOOL: Tina Cox, Mia EdwardA, Keryn EvanA, Stephanie Fain, Paula King, Rhonda Leach, Veidra Libby, Jenny OthA, Sara PariAeau, TereAa Ponn, Shiela Schrader, MarAha Shook, Stacy Waldron, Lynn Young. JUNIOR HIGH: Tracy King, Lee Lambert, Michelle Scharfenberger, Michelle Staten. SPECIAL THANKS: Sadie Ford, WHS Faculty, PhotographeAA IV, PatronA for their financial Aupport.