Bloomington High School North, Nikean, 1981, Page 82

Description:	MM82Injuries Slow Down CougarsAlthough the Cougars record for the 1980football season doesnt speak too loudly, thereare reasons for it. Potential was there but thepower was weakened by many injured playersduring the first few weeks. Injuries occurringboth during and out of football subtracted fromthe teams power but not their determination.After the loss of five games, Cougars were upagainst a 0-5 record and highly ranked ColumbusEast and Bedford North Lawrence. Even with agreat loss of both men and power, our Cougarmen still fought on to score, giving # 1 rankedColumbus East a battle theyll never forget.Cougars also gave Floyd Central more thanthey anticipated, ending the game 12-6 overtime.Among the many injuries on and off the field,Quarterback Doug McCabe played the end ofRecordNorthOpponent6South1413Martinsville426Edgewood76Floyd Central120New Albany217Columbus East1420Madison147Bedford1427Jennings County260Mishiwaka Marion23the season with a severely pulled shoulder muscle and foot injury while running back CharlieHouser was out the rest of the season, also froma severe injury to his foot.After taking 150 yards in one game, outstanding junior Tim Ray was out with a broken armfrom that evenings battle.The All Conference players were GaryHawkins, 62 and 190 lbs., defensive tackle, andJeff Howell 61 and 190 lbs., middle linebacker. Maroon and Gold winners were GaryHawkins and Doug McCabe.<1. Jason Cox looks a bit discouraged.2. Varsity Cougars charge onto the Artesian field.3. When David Etnier is in uniform, he always goes the extra yard.1*
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Collection:	Bloomington High School North

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