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The 1985 Varsity Football team consisted of: Paul Albers, John Allen, Glen Atkins, Brad Dennett, Daniel Bevels, Rusty Blair, Jimmy Boyd, Todd Burkhalter, Calvin Clowers, Gary Cole, Jeff Collins, Robbie Cook, Brian Corntassel, Kevin Cox, Dusty Dowdy, Joe Dowdy, lllya Dublin, Jack Duncan, Brad Edwards, Randy Edwards, Brad Fuller, Steve Googe, Steve Gladney, Kevin Graves, Scott Grodeman, Fabian Hall, Carl Hammond, Lamar Hightower, Lee Halder, Ken Hutchins, Hank Jackson, James Jackson, Steve Jackson, Marshall Jones, Do Langford, Mike LeCroy, Shane Lloyd, Mark Maxwell, Jamie McCord, Phillip McGinty, Sean Mize, Mike Newman, Corey Osteen, Rock Pace, Wayne Padgett, Korey Popham, Kevin Pruitt, Jeff Rickman, Mark Ridgeway, Mark Roberts, Danny Robinson, Randy Salmon, Jeff Shifflett, Tim Silvers, Matthew Smart, Brian Spears, Mark Tanner, Brett Tolbert, David Whichard, Bobby Woodard, Bryce Wood, Russell Wright.

The Coaching Staff included: Coach Dragg, Coach Farrer, Coach Hallmark, Coach Horne, Coach Hunnicutt, Coach Knight, Coach Payton.

Managers were: Rabby Dooley, Darrin Gunter, and Scottie Presley. This year the Varsity Football team started the ball rolling in the right direction. The Dragons' first obstacle was against Pickens County. The result was a 28-0 Dragon victory for the season opener. This win fired them up and gave them inspiration for their next game with West Rome. Playing the state champs wasn't going to be easy, but the Dragons gave it their best shot. Despite their efforts, the team fell to the Chiefs' experience 35-0. This loss began a two game losing streak that included the game with West Rome and the game at Coosa. The Dragons last at the Eagle Stadium 21-0. Nevertheless, retaliation on the part of the Dragons was in stare for the Model Blue Devils. As the two paired off for the annual Shrine Game, the tons rose to their feet and remained there until the Dragons defeated the Blue Devils 7-0. During the Dragons' open date, they worked hard to prepare for their next opponent. Until East Rome's Gladiators met the Dragons, they were an undefeated team. Throughout the game, it looked as if it were to remain that way. Until the last seven seconds, it appeared that anather defeat was in store for the Dragons, but a final touchdown was scored and the game ended with a final score of 7-7.

The next week the Dragons traveled to Villa Rica where they pounced on the Wildcats to gain a third victory. The game was a close one but the Dragons won with a score of 29-28. The week ending October 18 marked a special time in the life of each Dragon. The student body was excited as the first game on our new field drew near. Even though the Dragons lost to Cartersville 21-28 it was still considered a great victory to finally be home. Once again the Dragons packed up and traveled to Central of Carrolton. With high hopes the Dragons gave it their best shot but they fell to the experience of the Lions and had to accept defeat. The final score was 28-20. Back at home for a second game the Dragons prepared for the annual Homecoming. The team was really fired up for this special game and proved it by beating the Haralson County Rebels 27-6. The last game of the season was against the Rockmart Yellow Jackets. The Dragons hustled for a victory but were surprisingly defeated by a score of 21-22.

This was Coach Hunnicutt"s third year as head coach at P.H.S. Since his arrival three years ago, the Dragons have progressively improved. This year's record of 4-5-1 was the best we've had in ten years.

The Freshman Football team is on excellent starting point for future varsity football players. The experience teaches them what will be expected of them as Varsity " Dragons". The team opened this season with Ken Hutchins serving as quarterback. They worked extremely hard on the field and off. They endured grueling ofter school practice sessions, weight lifting courses, and many other various types of physical training.

Team members include: Gory Huckaby, Todd Murphy, Aaron Harward, Scotty Harper, Som Ely, Chad Bishop, Joey Wright, Eugene Kiser, Keith Shedd, Ken Groves, Greg Dutton, Wayne Worsham, Clint Brumbelow, Jason Gill, Scott Brock, Brent Bradshaw, William Ford, Sid Gowens, Jim Mazurek, Joel Collins, Mike Lanham, Ron Robinson, Mork White, Mork Ely, Tony Freemon, Tim Killew, Jeff Nukolls, Chad Winters, Shown Tolbert, Jeff Johnson, Rusty Blair, Rock Pace, Joe Dowdy, Tim Silvers, Ken Hutchins, Lamar Hightower, Jock Duncan, Scott Grodemon, Brion Spears, Steve Googe, Rondy Edwards, Fabian Richards, and Joey Wright.

This year's team was coached by Mr. Joe Knight and Mr. Chris Bragg. This was Cooch Knight's eighth year and Cooch Bragg's first year of coaching.

The Varsity Football Cheerleaders had a successful year thanks ta their hard working coach Mrs. Tina Rush. She has coached the cheerleaders far the past three years and has produced a winning squad every year. This was probably the mast successful year far her because the 1985 Varsity Football Cheerleaders were awesome. They started the season off by attending NCA Cheerleading Camp at Jacksonville State University in June. At camp they received four superior ribbons and won the spirit stick twice. In September the girls were hat again and wan the Coosa Valley Fair Cheerleading Competition. Members of the 1985 Varsity Football Cheerleading Squad include: Pebbles Pace - Captain, Julie White . Co-Captain, Jill Drennon, Lisa Shiflett, Gina Crabbe, Mandy Lester, Nikki Minshew, Cindy Stansell. Chrystial Wheat, Kelly Graham, Renee Holder. and Laura Woodard.

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The J.V. Cheerleaders had an exciting year. They went to a clinic this summer at P.H.S. The sponsor of the J.V. Cheerleaders was Mrs. Gilbreath. The squad consisted of Kelli Atkins. Candi Chester, Traci Cowan, Sunny Garrett, April Hays. Tonya Kemp, Amy Rhodes, Leslie Roberson, Carla Swinford. Michelle Treglown. Stephanie Walker. and Autumn Wheat. The squad worked hard and showed many talents and abilities to cheer. They performed at the first pep rally on the new football field. They did a superb job. They all worked hard to become the Varsity Cheerleaders of tomorrow.

This year the Pepperell High School girls' softball team was hot. They played tough and learned a lot. The team got to the second round of sub-region playoffs this year. In the first round of action at sub-region. the Lady Dragons defeated Rockmart with a score of 9 to 5. The next game was a struggle with the Lady Dragons losing to Central Carrollton. The score was 3 to 1. Their spirits were not dampened though. and they came back to defeat Cartersville 9 to 7. In the next round the girls were defeated 6 to 3 by Villa Rica.

The season was a year of experience. Last year the team lost eight seniors. This year the team will lose only four seniors. Everyone else will return. The team consisted of Seniors: Tracy Smith, Jill Willis. Teresa Stone, and Debbie Chambers. Juniors: Teresa Peek. Emily Wood, Kelli Southerland, Michelle Strickland, and Missy Helton. Sophomores: Carla Swinford. Tierra Rush. and Christie Norton. ond Freshman: Robin Roberson. Jennifer Jones. and Robin Hight.

The coach was Mr. O'Kelly with Mrs. Brinson as the assistant coach. Mr. O'Kelly has been coaching girls softball for 3 years, and this is Mrs. Orison's third year as an assistant coach. She was also a head coach for 3 years.

The 1985-86 boys· cross country teom had a good season. They participated in five invitationals. They were : Galaxy, West Georgia. Cartersville/ Cass, Berry. and the Westminister Invitational.

The team placed third in region with Rusty Dyer placing seventh in region individually. Two awards were given this year. Harold Hillard was awarded with Future Dragon award. The Most Valuable Runner Award was awarded to Rusty Dyer.

The members of the 1985-86 cross country consisted of: Chris Bishop David Harrely Bill Darby Harold Hillard Todd Dudley Jody Mincey Rusty Dyer Andrew Moore Kevin Gunter Jim Pitts

Coach Hall was the coach again this year. He was proud of the boys.

This years girls' cross country team was fabulous. They were Region AA Champs and placed sixth in state.

During the year they participated in five invitationals. They were: The Galaxy, Westminister, Cartersville/Cass, Berry. and the West Georgia Invitational.

This year the Most Valuable Runner Award went to a ninth grader. Shannon Barrett.

The members of the team this year were: Shannon Barrett Denna Lee Kelli Brooks Jackie Mincey Jeannie Kenderick Amy Moore Leanna Lambert Sherrie Teat Mrs. Graham was the coach this year. Joanna Brown kept stats for the girls.

The 1985-86 Varsity Wrestling Team had a tremendous season. Their overall record was 8 wins and 3 losses. This year several of the boys went to state. They were: Jeff Shiflett. Heavyweight: Brad Bennett. 167 lbs., lllya Dublin, 157 lbs.: Billy Dowdy. 121 lbs.: Gordon Dowdy. 114 lbs.: Jim Pitts, 100 lbs.

The Varsity Wrestling Team consisted of: Lee Holder, Gordon Dowdy. Steve Woodard. Billy Dowdy, Jim Pitts. Joe Dowdy, lllya Dublin. Tim Silvers. Jeff Henry. Carl Hammond. Brad Bennett, Jeff Shiflett. Scotty Presley. and manager Stacey Lyles.

They were coached this year by Coach Chris Bragg.

The Junior Varsity Wrestling team was outstanding this year. Coach Bragg had them practicing long hours every day to get ready for competition. Their overall record was 4-0. They were undefeated for the year.

The members of the 1985-86 JV team were as follows: Paul Albers Todd Murphy Mark Anderson Rock Pace Stan Baker Daniel Bevels Chad Cheatwood Sam Ely Harold Hillard Ryon Hutchins Bo Langford Jimmy Mazurek Terry Murphy Carey Popham Kevin Pruitt Danny Robinson David Shiflet Bobby Sullins Bryce Wood Darrel Young Manager: Stacey Lyles

This year's Varsity Basketball team endured a very hard season. Only two of the five returning players had any experience at all. The team was a young one. They strived hard in every game to overcome turnovers and to put the ball in the hoop. The girls participated in the Rome News Tribune Christmas Tournament, but were eliminated by Coosa. The girls tried their best hope to improve next year.

This year's team consisted of: SENIORS:

Debbie Chambers Tracy Smith Teresa Stone Jill Willis

JUNIORS:

Katrina Edwards Carol McWhorter Libby Roan

SOPHOMORES:

Tierra Rush Karen Drew

This year the girls were under the order of Randy Hallmark. This was his 4th year coaching basketball.

This year's Varsity Girls' Basketball team went to the Number-One Basketball Comp in Tocco, Georgia during the week of June 23-28. They learned a lot and ployed in many games. They ployed against Closs AAA and Closs AAAA teams. They come home experienced in many new and different areas.

This year the initiation was different. They mode the rookies wash everybody's clothes, toke up their dinner troys, carry the ice water for the games, and obey commands, no matter what they were . The excitement come on Thursday night when the veterans of comp initiated the rookies of comp by lathering them up with shoving cream, toothpaste, and voseline. Afterwords they spent time with the new friends they hod mode before getting ready for the journey home on Friday.

This year'sJ.V. Girls' Basketball team had a less than successful season; however, being a young team, they have high hopes for better seasons in the future. Part of this year's struggle consisted of learning to work with their new coach, Mrs. Padgett. The team, along with manager, Allison Broadaway, and statisticians, Laura Woodard and Gail Light, participated in the Junior Varsity Tournament at East Rome High School. With a team made up of mostly freshmen, this year will benefit them greatly as a learning experience when they return for play next season. Always remember, girls, " If at first you don't succeed, try and try again."

This year's J.V. girls were: Jennifer Gober, Kelly Graham, Krista Kay, Kelly llrooks, Candy Chester, Yolanda Edwards, April Hayes, Robin Hight, Jennifer Jones, Leana Lambert, Lisa Motes, Ronda Reid, and Tracey Ridgeway, an 8th grader from Pepperell Middle School.

The 1985-86 Boys· Varsity Basketball team spent the season in rebuilding their team. With only one full time starter and one other experi. enced player. Coach Horne sought help from the younger players. The team started the year on a high note and remained on a course of victory into the Christmas tournament. There. they were defeated by Model in a close game. The team was a young one that learned from experience. This year's Varsity boys were: Norman Aycock Senior Rob Dodson Senior Jeff Rickman John Allen Brian Corntassell Rusty Dyer Jamie McCord Senior Junior Junior Junior Junior Michael Newman Junior David Whichard Junior Calvin Clowers Sophomore Brad Edwards Sophomore Scott Wilder Sophomore

Robbie Cook and Darrin Gunter were the managers while Tamatha Lambert and Shelley Hayes were the statisticians. Steve Horne coached again this year.

This year's J.V, Bays' Basketball team was under the direction of Coach Payton. The ream was young and inexperienced, yet their determination and ability came through many rimes throughout the season. Their record was less than spectacular, bur they always put up a fight with their competitors. Next year should be much better for these boys because they will have the needed experience and capability that is so vital in winning.

This year's ream consisted of:

Brad Edwards

Scott Wilder

Ken Hutchins

Mark Ridgeway

Bobby Woodard

Mike Peek

Robbie Dooley

Rusty Day

Donny Crabbe

Brett Tolbert

Jack Duncan

Tim Killen

The 1985 Varsity Dasketball Cheerleaders had a fairly goad season. Mrs. Graham was an excellent sponsor. encouraging and helping them throughout the season. They went to the N.C.A. Cheerleading Camp in June at Jacksonville State University. While they were there. they won three superior and excellent ribbons. Twice they were the winners of the spirit stick, also. In November they competed in the Northwest Georgia Cheerleading Contest. Although they did a super job. they were unfortunately beaten. They did, however, win the spirit banner by showing their unmatchable spirit and enthusiasm.

Through the season they showed the greatest spirit and support far the proud and determined basketball teams. They never gave up and always kept high spirits far the teams. The girls went through long hours of hard and strenuous practice to keep the cheers alive.

The members of the 1985-86 Varsity Dasketball Cheerleading squad were as fallows: SENIORS: Stephanie Patrick Angie Dates Tena Drew JoAnna Drown JUNIORS: Deth Raine SOPHOMORES: Tammy Fox Kim Mulkey Deverly Stagg Captain Co-captain Co-captain

This year's J.V. Basketball Cheerleoding squad was also under direction of a new coach, Cindy Bragg. They did a commendable job on boosting school spirit at the games, although sometimes It may hove been more difficult than at others. This group of girls really showed everyone that P.H.S. was still number one in enthusiasm and sportsmanship.

The 1985-86 J.V. Cheerleaders were as follows:

Michelle Pruitt Emily Western Kim Waters Kim Shepard Tonya North Michelle Huether Stacy Couch Corio Swinford

Captain Co-captain

This year's coaches were Jimmy Farrer and Otis Gilbreath. Coach Farrer has been at Pepperell for eight years and has coached baseball all eight years. Coach Gilbreath has been here for thirty-five years and has coached baseball for thirty-three years.

They were North Georgia Champs this year; could state champs appear next? The 1985 Varsity Baseball Team coached by Jimmy Farrer and Otis Gilbreath consisted of: Seniors; Steve Bennett, Joe Cook, Tony Lane, Tim McBurnett, Mike Earle, Doug Burnett, Tom Curry, and Chris Lansdell; Juniors; Mike Curry, Dusty Dowdy, Keith Stansell, Tony O'Neal, Clete Bonney, and Glenn Atkins; Sophomores; Jamie McCord, Jeff Shiflett, John Allen, and Tony Cargle. The determination and to lent of the Dragons led them to a 10-0 7 AA South Sub-region Championship. After defeating Darlington In the Subregion playoffs, the Dragons then defeated Cartersville In the Region playoffs. This advanced them to the Quarter Finals where they dominated Turner High School. Their next battle came when they faced East Hall. Here they were successful once more and named North Georgia Champs. This took them to Sparta, Georgia, where they were to compete in the State Finals. The 1985 Dragons were at the end of their road. Here they were defeated by a score of 5 to 3 and 13 to 2. Their over all record was (22-51) for the 1985 season.

This year's awards went to the following: Most Valuable Player. Tim McBurnett, Lead Hitter • Tony O'Neal, Most Improved . Glenn Atkins, Best Defense. Clete Bonney. CONGRATULATIONSIII

The 1985 girl's tennis team had a regular season record of five wins and five losses. The team was young and benefited from the year of experience. Therefore, they will be stronger and even more competitive in 1986. The team consisted of Dana Hayes, Lisa McGinty, Tracy Smith, Jill Willis, Keila Burton, Susan Lansdell, Susan Parnell, and Libby Roan. In the region playoffs, Libby advanced to the second day of competition, as did Lisa McGinty and Tracy Smith as doubles partners.

Four wins and six losses made up the record for the boys' regular season. The boys tried very hard and their determination and ability was evident many times. The team was quite small, consisting of Keith Broadaway, Ronald Mull, Mark Huckaby, Tim Groves, Bill O'Kelley, and David Whichard. Everyone Involved with the team is looking forward to a new year of competition in 1986.

Mr. O'Kelley, coach of both tennis teams, was pleased with the performance of both teams and is anxiously awaiting the new year of challenges in 1986.

This year's boys track team hod a successful year in winning the crown of 7 AA Region. The team consisted of many talented, athletic boys. During the season, ten out of sixteen records were broken. At dual meets, the track team was 6-0. In invitational meets, the team never finished below fifth place. At West Georgia's Invitational they won fourth place. In the Rome-News Relays, the track team placed first. They also received second in the Carrollton Relays. By being a determined team, the boys won the 7 AA Region Ploy-offs. After winning the 7 AA region crown, the team went on to state in Jefferson, where they placed fifth.

The team consisted of: Seniors; David Boswell, Terry Wheeler, Mike Googe, Todd Maxwell, Chuck Abney, Todd Wheeler, Bradley Wilkins, Cosey Hole, Donny Franks, Brett Brumbelow, Anthony Mathis, Juniors; Jody Mincey, Bill Darby, Marshall Jones, Colvin Horris, Corl Hammond, Jeff Rickmon, Vincent Kenny, John Hamilton, Rusty Dyer, Sophomores; Michael Newmon, Russell Wright, Steve Gladney, Robby Cook, Greg Brown, Brion Lee, Keith Gunter, Freshmen; Shone Lloyd, Brod Edwards, Jimmy Boyd, Chris Bishop, Gory Cole, Mork Roberts, Donny Robinson, Corey Popham, Kevin Groves, Matthew Smart, lllyo Dublin, Colvin Clowers, and Jim Pitts.

This year, at Pepperell High School, the girls' track team was a young one. They hod a record of 2-6 over the year. Although their record was not the best, they showed great ability and talent. The team consisted of Lisa Shiflett, Pebbles Pace, JoAnno Brown, Sherrie Teat, Shannon Barrett, Amy Moore, Kristo Koy, Kelly Brumbelow, Kelly Graham, Koren Drew, Jackie Mincey, Rochel Kinney, Katrina Edwards, Beverly Stagg, Tommy Fox, Sherry Powell, Kelli Brooks, Deno Lee, Michelle Strickland, Buffi Fowler, Leslie Sinnock, Leanna Lambert, and Tierra Rush. The statisticians were Louro Woodard, Christi Ashley, Kim Mulkey, Amy Deon, Teno Drew, and Jill Brannon. The coach was Mrs. Graham.

This year's girls' track team definitely came out on top. They placed in all their track meets. The girls did really well in the Rome Relays held at Barron Stadium.

Lisa Shiflett received high honors this year. She represented the team at State in low hurdles. The State Competition was held at Mercer University in Atlanta.

All the girls were extremely satisfied with their efforts to succeed. They kept the spirit and made P.H.S. proud. To be a member of the track team . one must endure. They must put forth many hard hours of practice each day. Everyone anticipates many great things for the coming year because everyone will return to face the challenges of track.

This year the golf team consisted of Hyun Woo Cho, Jody Buford, Rob Dodson, Corey Osteen, Jason Patrick, Sherill Corntassel, Brad Fuller, and Mike Sontagg. The coach this year was Coach Kirk. With his help, the golf team worked hard in the AA division. The team as a whole was not extremely successful this year; however, many of the individuals excelled in the sport. These players were Rob Dodson who received the Most Valuable Player of the Year Award, and Brad Fuller who earned the Young Dragon Award. This year Mike Sontagg was the only remaining senior. Next year many of the returning players will be seniors. Maybe next year the team will have better luck than ever before. Good luck team. You have a lot to be proud of for your participation in this spring sport.

May the happiness of your high school years be just the beginning.

Love, Mom, Dad, Karen, and Will We ore very proud of you!

Love, Mom, Dad, Carl, Mark, Vicky

We are proud of you and we love you.

Love, Mom, Dad, Kevin, and Kelly

Walk not in the path Where others may lead, Walk instead where there is no path, And leave a trail ... The world is at your fingertips, hon Go For It!

May love and happiness always be in your path.

Love, Mom, Pat, Kristy, and Scott

We are proud of you. We love you.

Mama and Daddy

Three Cheers for Shelly! Baby, We 're so proud of you, Just keep on being yourself, And keep Christ in your life. Love, Mom, Dad, Stacey, Christy, and Steve Go for it, Susan • Reach your goal!!!

Love, Daddy, Mama, Shannon, Greg

Letitia, My daughter precious lady you are special! We cherish you and our memories. We pray God will watch over you. Rom: 8:28 We love you, Daddy, Mama, Missey, Pa pa and Ma ma Dusty, We ' re very proud of you.

Gordon, Kay, Eric, Kris

On a goal achieved!

Love, Mom, Dad, and Beth

Dear Gordon, It's been a lifetime away from this first grade picture, but yet it seems like only yesterday. Words cannot express the love, the pride, and the joy in our hearts since the day you were born. You've made it son, thru it all. May all your dreams come true. God bless you. We hope the biggest problem you ever hove is that cowlick of yours! We love you, Gordon.

Dad, Mother, Billy, and Joe