West Mecklenburg High School - Tomahawk Yearbook (Charlotte, NC)

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Angelia Epley and Karen Clarke guard Jorene Meacham as she dribbles Jorene Meacham and Donna Biggers practice gymnastic stunts during a toward the goal in a G.A.A. basketball game. G.A.A. meeting as part of their activities. Basketball Volleyball, Tennis Highlight GAA Activities Every Tuesday a dedicated group of girls could be found in the gymnasium or on the athletic field. The Girls Athletic Association was always busily engaged in games of basketball, softball, volleyball, soccer, field hockey, or tennis. Members also participated in playdays with other local high schools. Through these events the girls developed a competitive spirit and made new friends with students from other schools. For the first time, members were awarded the National Girls Athletic Association pin rather than the traditional letter given for achievement. These awards were presented on Athletic Awards Day in May. They were determined by the number of points a girl accumulated during her membership in the club. Points were given for such activities as hiking, bicycle riding, gymnastics, and track and field. The traditional tap marks the beginning of the game as members of the G.A.A. meet in an afternoon of basketball. Front Row: Lackey, Martin, Snipes, vice-president Jones, president Epley, secretary-treasurer Pickier, point recorder Biggers, Crisp, Mc- Michael, Raborn, Powell. Second Row: Hudson, Murray, Long, Horn- buckle, Simpson, Springs, Powell, Logan, Huntley, Morrison, Bartlett. Third Row: Austin, Walker, Shaw, Shouse, Bowman, Hammond, Brookshire, Tucker, Meacham, Kenley, Bowen. Fourth Row: Advisor Southerland, Forte, Diggs, Roberts, Hunter, Johnson, Freeman, Counts, Hyatt, Clarke, Foard. 27

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Strawn Sets New School Record for Lowest Average Steve Vaughn, Bill Judson, Lee Hipp,Terry Helms, Tim Eaton, Wilford Capps, David Strawn, Ronnie Montgomery. Under coach Kent Moseley, the golf team enjoyed one of its best seasons. Powered by experienced seniors Strawn, Hipp, and Helms, the team had a 12-4-1 record during the regular season. Sparking the team through its victories, David Strawn ended the season with a nine hole stroke average of 37.5. This average enabled him to receive the golf award, which goes to the Indian with the lowest seasonal average. Following the first win of the season against West Charlotte, the Indians defeated Olympic 26-1. Although the only point lost was by David Strawn, he shot a 76 and defeated Iris opponent. All of the players won their individual matches. Adding to their regular season success, the team finished fifth in the conference meet. Strawn, Hipp, Judson, and Helms participated in that meet. Striving to perfect his golf swing, Tim Eaton practices diligently while preparing for an afternoon round of golf. V ' - v ' •- ' v In order to obtain a starting berth, B. Judson practices chipping after school to improve his accuracy and range. As he makes his drive from a tee, West golfer David Strawn shows perfect form while practicing his back swing.

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Exuberant cheerleaders Vicki Cashion, Elicia Lowe, Nancy Easterling, Marla Mulligan, Debbie Lanib, Linda Payseur, Anne Armstrong, Kathy Hipp, and Roberta Killian form a line to start “Ripples” at a home game. Cheerleaders Instill School Spirit, Good Sportsmanship Cheerleading tryouts held in April proved to be an exciting time for those girls who hoped to hold a position on the squad for the 1967-1968 school year. Practicing for weeks before the first elimination, each girl strived to attain cheerleading techniques. As one of the requirements, each girl had to create an original cheer. On the basis of scholastic achievement, physical agility, character, and school spirit, eighteen finalists were chosen by a committee of teachers. After the finalists performed before the student body in a group of six, in a group of three, and as an individual, the students elected nine to become cheerleaders. Cheerleaders practiced endlessly during the summer and entire year to learn fundamentals of good cheering. To get acquainted with the football players and boost school spirit, the cheerleaders sponsored a picnic and pep rally prior to the first game. By staying afternoons after school to make posters and to give pep rallies, the cheerleaders demonstrated their tireless school spirit. At the Hunter Huss game, L. Payseur, D. Lamb, M. Mulligan, N. Easterling, and E. Lowe try to boost school spirit. Demonstrating physical agility, spirited varsity cheerleaders lead the audience in a cheer to create enthusiasm.