Well, it wasn't much to brag about. We only had G.A.A. or Girls Athletic Assoc. It wasn't affiliated with the High School Athletic Program or competetive with boys programs. I loved playing on the girls tennis team, though. Girls weren't included in many team sports in '69; maybe swimming, field hockey, badminton or tennis.

Basketball was only played half-court, and I don't even remember a softball team (I think they thought we might sweat or something!). Tennis was a sport I learned at age 10, so I had experience and qualified to play on the G.A.A. TEAM. I played doubles with my best friend, Nancy Petersen. We were awesome, but no one really noticed. I still play team USTA league team tennis at the ripe old age of 48. Actually, it's really a passion of mine that will last a lifetime. I'm glad I had the opportunity and guts to play then. Today, girls have much more exposure to sports in high school...they should try them all! It can be a life altering experience.

Each time I pay a winning match, I think of Nancy and miss her smile and happy attitude. She passed away in 1979 before Troy's 10th class reunion. I often think of her.

Kathy (Crow) Harold
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