0) The Pep Rally (Cheerleaders) Comments

Friday mornings were one of those times that you were rewarded; for it was the time when those who supported; taught, encouraged, and respected you could get together for an hour or so and praise you. Well, from the point of view of the players it was synonymous with praise. Classes were let out at second period and the players stood outside the door of the gym, then we would hear the drums beat, which was my queue to lead the team into the center of the gym. Music was added to the beat of the drums; an euphoric and dramatic sound, coupled with the loud chants of hundreds of our cohorts and teachers. I sometimes hear the music and voices when jogging, or just sitting around and reminiscing and can still conjure up that euphoric feeling that goes along with the pep rallies. Although we had pep rallies in Jr. High, high, school took on a new perspective; for until it was our time to walk out there, we could only dream of what the older guys felt; surrounded by screams, chants, and most of all; the Panther Pride in the heart and soul of the 'Dear old blue and gold triumphant'.

The Cheerleaders were all incredibly talented and beautiful, like René Williams, Sandra Darden, Stinny Spikes and Kim Broussard; lead by Mrs. Williams who could be heard even louder than the cheerleaders that she coached, ' Calling on the defense'; was her favorite cry. Then after all of that, we were called out one by one; offense, then defense. The band would then play a selection of music; some of the latest tunes we would listen to on the radio; while the rhythm steppers would dance in the center of the gym. The band was one of the best in the state; and one that everyone like to listen to; so the pep rallies were always exciting and truly enjoyed. After about an hour or so, we would head back to class, still excited, yet, expected to resume class after a brief break from having an hour or so of fun, excitement and euphoria.
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