Jefferson City High School
Class of 1980 - 1980 Boys' Sports
The Cross Country team placed first in two tournaments this year. They finished fifth at the district meet and compiled a 35-12 record.
David Neuenschwander runs through the countryside
The Jay football team came within 1 point of winning their fourth straight state championship, falling to the Webster Groves Statesmen. The Homecoming game brought Coach Adkins his 200th victory as head coach for the Jays along with his 250th career win. The greatest accomplishment of the season was obtaining the right to play in the first annual Shoe-Me Bowl held in Busch Stadium in St. Louis.
George Shorthose breaks loose for one of his many long runs
The Jay basketball team has experienced the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat. They finished their season with a record of 10 wins and 17 losses. Howard Galbreath had a 45.9% field goal percentage and Brian Hayes was selected the best defensive player.
Brian Hayes flys through the air for 2 points while Howard Galbreath goes for the lay-up
This year's 74 member boys' track team contained only eleven seniors, but with a little luck and lots of hard work they were able to salvage the district championship along with a fourth place finish in the state meet.
David Brodhacker shows the form that placed him at state
The Baseball team had a 7-10 record. Eddie Silvey led the team with a a .300 average and also led the team with the most hits, runs and stolen bases.
Eddie Silvey confers with Coach Claypool
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