From the August 2007 files of The Eunice News.
First EHS alum tourney draws huge crowds over the weekend. Eunice High Principal Margaret Leger threw out the first pitch during Friday night’s opening ceremonies. Darryl Carrier of the Class of 1979 throws the ball to the infield during Sunday’s championship game against the classes of 1968-1978.
One for all, and all for one. Physical Education students of St. Edmund Elementary teachers Erica Zaunbrecher and Stephanie Trahan react to canopies falling after being released by the students. The canopy-raising, in addition to being exercise, teaches team building and cooperation in lifting and lowering it.
Albert Hayes, third from left, accepts a check from Carlton Frank Jr., president of the Satelitte Club, for Hayes’ son’s medical fund. Others from left are Mike Dupre, vice president; Alvin Owens, chaplain; and Felicien Simon, recorder.
Bobcats take Jamboree victory over Tigers. Eunice High captures 28-21 victory over Opelousas High in St. Landry Parish Jamboree. At left, Running back Tyler Collins runs ahead of the Tiger offense towards OHS goal. Below pictured, Opelousas Tiger running back Jamarcus Aaron is tackled by a host of Eunice High Bobcats defenders, including Nick Lafleur (76), Malcolm Darby (24), Brett Baldwin (90) and Shawn Michaels (30).
A gathering of the chiefs. Assistant Police Chief Terry Fontenot, center, was honored at a retirement party ceremony this week at the police department. Lt. Brent Fruge, left, will become assistant to Chief Gary Fontenot, right, on Friday.
Emerald elbow grease. Senior Javonie Guillory, left, and junior Tiffany Minick finish off the chrome on a car at the Eunice High Emerald Dance Line’s car wash last Saturday. Dance line members are raising funds for new uniforms, which will cost about $1,200.