West High School - Chieftain Yearbook (Torrance, CA)

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Six foot, 214 pound guard Brian Stranger (Above), ap- pears as an imposing threat as lie runs interference for fullback Glen Peterson (35) against Centennial. The Warriors powered by the Apaches 2 1-6. The first home game of the season was against Monrovia ' s Wildcats. The score was in the books as 17-22, which only denoted a Monrovia victory, but the score did not tell of the Warrior persistance and dedication that made it a classic see-saw battle. Senior Steve Zak, who was injured during the game, (See page 47), ended his colorful high school football career. Centennial only proved to be victims for experimentation (See page 48), as the strong Warriors pounded by the Apaches 21-6. West had a chance to use new offenses and experi- mental plays to polish them up before their bout with the Hawthorne Cougars. The Hawthorne game turned out to be a big offensive dissappointment. Warrior de- fense kept the game from becoming a total joke as West could never fully capitalize on Hawthorne mistakes. Both special teams scored the only West points, a kickoff return and a punt return. West was thwarted 13-20. Again, against PV, Glen Peterson (Above), makes an all out lunge to cross the goaline, but his hopes are erased by two PV linemen. But on the proceeding play, quarterback Mark Vasi (Below), is more successful. His keeper is the icing on the cake, and the War- riors emerge as victors in this contest. Varsity Football 48

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1 - ' i The Warriors suffered a costly loss when receiver Steve Zak (Above) was sidelined with bruised ribs acquired during the Monrovia game. Here he is seen following fullback Glen Peterson (35), and outstanding blocking by the line. Junior defensive back Mike Roquemore (Below) dives in desperation to pick off a P.V. pass. This is only one of many outstanding efforts by the Warrior sec- ondary. Consistency and Motivation Proved to Be the Prevailing Factors in the Warriors Success It was another season of action, thrills and suspense as the Warrior Varsity battled to be on top of the Bay League. The gridders got on the winning track when they traveled to Long Beach Wilson. Defense was the name of the game, and when the offense took the field, they were chiefly a running attack. Defensive back Mike Roquemore played an outstanding game as he led the team in tackles, intercepted a pass and scored the first touchdown of the season. West defeated the Bruins 22-10. Varsity Football 47

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1 mM. Varsity Football-Top Row; Coach Fred Burch, Head Coach Fred Petersen, Coach Herb Richey. Coach Mike Eaton, Dale Fitch, Bruce Fauver, Doug Smith, Dave Pelteir, John Galli, Cormac O ' Connell, Mike DeBout, Don Sawdey, Greg Davis, Dave Wardrop, Don Chastain, Rich Edgar; Trainer. 2nd Row; mana- ger Carl Richter, Tim Gibson, Bob Levy, Mike Farrell, Paul Gonsales, Steve Ehmett Codey, Scott Wal- ker, Tom J.B. Gardea, John Saylor, Ed Miller, Alan Scott, Mike Roquemore, Louie Mejia, Rick Mat- hews, Mark Spencer. Bottom Row; Manager Joe Sedia, Glen Peterson, Ron Schloderer, Mark Vasi, Cory Hons, Andy Center, Art Berger, Gary Mimura, Freddie Burch, Brian Stranger, Dave Tressel, Jim Thorn- ton, Pete Carlson. Mark Vasi (Above,) gives the call to Ron Schloderer (22), on this play. His effort gains 9 yards giving West an important first down. Homecoming was against the Vikings of Santa Monica and West ' s defense was again the dominating factor. Outstanding pressure by the front four kept Samo from going to the air, and made them use their inferior ground game. Total team effort made this win possible as the Warriors dealt past the Vikes21-7. The Warriors traveled to the ' school by the sea ' to clash helmets with PV ' sSea Kings (see pages 46,47 and 48). Probably the most ex- citing game in most fans opinion. West rallied to come home victorious. 10-7 was the final from Palos Verdes. West ' s third loss of the season came when they hosted Rolling Hills. The Warriors fought to comeback but the clock turned out to be their worst enemy. The Titans shaded past the Warriors 18-14. What a game! What an upset! The Saxons of North came into this game undefeated and in first place, but the more prepared Warriors shocked North 17-14. The game was a big boost to the warrior moral, and the outcome surprised the average student. South was the final game of the regular season, and from the very first play West showed they wanted to finish their season ap- propiately. On the first play from scrimmage, QB IVlaric Vasi threw to Cory Hons in the flat and there was no stopping the 5 9 split end, who went all the way for the first 6 West points. West won 28-0. Well it ' s history now ... No doubt it was one of the most entertaining seasons for the fan. Around school it seemed as if everyone was talking about Friday ' s game, and with a little bit of luck, it ' ll be that way again next season. Varsity Football 49