A Message from the Superintendent Welcome Chobee Fans, Whether you are a fan, parent, sideline coach, valued member of our community or a down-right sports fanatic, you can’t help but get excited about the start of a new season. It’s not about the helmet, instrument or type of ball. It’s all about the thrill of seeing someone hone their skill, excel under pressure, and above all, exhibit the ultimate sign of a true athlete: Sportsmanship. You, the Chobee Fans, create opportunities for each of our students to become true athletes. We appreciate your support of our teams on and off the field. We value all of the coaches, sponsors, volunteers, school faculty and administrators who are devoted to the game. Their sacrifices make each and every event at Okeechobee High School possible. Extracurricular activities provide an opportunity for our youth to develop values and ideals. Sound athletic programs contribute to health and happiness, physical skill, emotional maturity, social competence, and moral values. Such ideals can easily be showcased and exhibited in any competition. We are proud of our students and their accomplishments. May traditions be honored and new customs ensue. Go Brahmans! Sincerely, Ken Kenworthy, Superintendent
A Message from the Principal Welcome Brahman Fans, Thank you for supporting our Brahman athletic program. Without our dedicated fans, our programs would not be possible at Okeechobee High School. We are indebted to the support that this community has shown to our athletic program through-out the history of Okeechobee High School. We are proud of our 201213 athletes as our Volleyball team was District Runner-ups, and our Softball team was District Champions. Ryan Hagan and Christopher Allen Leitner qualified for the State Wrestling meet and Tabatha Henry qualified for state in Cross Country. Our band had a fantastic season once again earning superior ratings during marching season. This season promises to be an exciting one as many of our athletes are returning and they will compete for district, regional and state titles. We invite everyone to come watch the many teams as they demonstrate our vision each day of "Excellence through PRIDE". These athletes demonstrate Perseverance, Respect, Integrity, Dependability and Ethics in their endeavors both on and off the playing field. We are proud of the young men and women that represent Okeechobee High School in all of our athletic programs. A special thank you goes out to the parents for all of the support and encouragement that they show to their children. Parents are an integral part of the success of our programs. We thank you for the endless hours that you give to your child to help make them successful on the playing field. We thank the parents for instilling sportsmanship in their children. A huge thank you to our Booster Club for the support and tireless effort in supporting our athletes through many fund raising events. Without the support of our Booster Club, many of our sport programs would have a difficult time meeting their various financial needs. I encourage you to become involved in our Booster organization. Enjoy another wonderful season of Brahman Athletics. Educationally yours, Toni Wiersma, Principal
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A Message from the Athletic Director Welcome to Brahman Athletics! I would like to personally thank you for supporting our student-athletes. As we know, Brahman athletics could not be successful without your support. Student-athletes will remember and appreciate all that you do. I believe in our athletic program including coaches, student-athletes, parents, community supporters, volunteers, our staff and our fans. I look forward to working with you to continue to build Brahman athletics. A special thanks to our Booster Club members, who unselfishly donate their time and energy to promote and assist our programs. Also, I would like to thank Mr. Ken Kenworthy and the Okeechobee County School Board administration, Okeechobee County School Board Maintenance Department, Ms. Toni Wiersma and the Okeechobee High School administration, faculty and staff, and finally our coaches for their support and continued high expectations of our student-athletes. Yours in Sports, Kenny Buckner, Athletic Director
The Brahman Athletic Association Booster Club would like to thank our business community, Okeechobee High School sports fans and parents for purchasing an advertisement to be displayed in our “All Sports Program� this year. Through your support and generous donations, we were able to contribute over $100,000 to all of the sports at Okeechobee High School. Be a part of our team and join us each month.
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Football
Varsity Team
Head Coach Chris Branham
Junior Varsity Team 5
Football Seniors Sylvester Butler
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Jeff Davis
Robert Garza
Desmond Jordan
Ethan Larson
Adrion Minondo
John Morgan
Eddie Neal
Ethan Parriott
Khalil Smith
Tyler Smith
Cory Vickers
Cody Walker
Jennie Sue Busbin - Team Trainer
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Football Coaches
Football Coaches (L - R) Chaka Smith, Jeff Whitlock, Chris Hall, Darryl Allen, Chris Branham (Head Coach), Ty Smith and Glenn Attaway.
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Football Schedule
BRAHMANS Okeechobee High School 2013 Varsity Football Schedule Date Opponent Location Time ___________________________________________________________________ Fri., Aug 30 Bear Creek, Colorado Disney 7:30 pm Fri., Sept 6 Sebring HOME 7:00 pm Thur., Sept 12 Martin County away 7:00 pm Fri., Sept 20 Westwood * HOME 7:00 pm Fri., Sept 27 Heritage (Palm Bay) * away 7:30 pm Fri., Oct 4
Open
Fri., Oct 11 Port St. Lucie * away 7:00 pm Fri., Oct 18 South Fork * away 7:00 pm Fri., Oct 25
Bayside (Palm Bay) *
HOME
7:00 pm
Fri., Nov 1
Jensen Beach (Homecoming)
HOME
7:00 pm
Fri., Nov 8
Clewiston (Sr. Parent Night)
HOME
7:00 pm
* Denotes District Games
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Cheerleading
Varsity Cheerleaders
Junior Varsity Cheerleaders 10
Cheerleading Seniors
Ashli Clemons
Jenna Kemp
Chayse Harrell
Ashley McDuffie
Cayuna Williams 11
Basketball
Varsity Basketball Team - Boys
Junior Varsity Basketball Team - Boys 12
Basketball
Basketball Team - Girls
Rodeo
Rodeo Team 13
Band
OHS Marching Band
Band Seniors 14
Swimming
Swimming Team - Boys
Swimming Team - Girls 15
Baseball
Varsity Baseball Team
Junior Varsity Baseball Team 16
Soccer
Soccer Team - Boys
Soccer Team - Girls 17
Flag Football
Junior Varsity Team
Junior Varsity Team 18
Flag Football
Varsity Team
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Wrestling
Wrestling Team
Weightlifting
Weightlifting Team 20
Volleyball
Varsity Volleyball Team
Junior Varsity Volleyball Team 21
Golf
Golf Team - Boys
Golf Team - Girls 22
Softball
Varsity Softball Team
Junior Varsity Softball Team 23
Cross Country
Cross Country Team
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Bowling
Bowling Team - Boys
Bowling Team - Girls
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Track
Track Team - Boys
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Track Team - Girls
Tennis
Tennis Team - Boys
Tennis Team - Girls 27
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Administration
Sherry Wise, Toni Wiersma and Dylan Tedders
Acknowledgments The Brahman Athletic Association Officers President : Larry Davis Vice President: Andy Bowers Secretary: Cheryl Hollin Treasurer : Randy McCall Program Photographers Jim Davis Sandra Pearce Carey Pung Program/Graphic Designers Renee Mims Bridgette Waldau Cover Design Sandra Pearce Published by Okeechobee The Magazine 70
Program Volunteers Rick Barnes Cheryl Hollin Jeannie Billie Dawn Hoover Andy Bowers Bruce Jahner Kenny Buckner Melisa Jahner Kristy Crawford Brad Lundy Candy Davis Leslie Lundy Larry Davis Randy McCall Lane Gamiotea Bill Phares