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SUMMARY:Homecoming 1976
DESCRIPTION:The 1976 Leesville High School Homecoming was a remarkable celebration of tradition\, school spirit\, and community pride. As in years past\, the Homecoming Program brought together alumni\, students\, families\, and the Leesville community for a weekend filled with laughter\, memories\, and the enduring spirit of the Wampus Cats. Beyond the games\, dances\, and gatherings\, the event stood as a testament to the power of local support\, with numerous businesses and individuals contributing to make the souvenir program—and the celebration itself—possible. \nThe LHS Alumni Association expressed deep appreciation to the many sponsors who made the 1976 Homecoming souvenir program a reality. Local businesses such as Sartor Motor Co.\, Phoenix Rexall Drugs\, The Style Centers of Leesville\, and Palmer Motor Co. were among those who offered their support. Banks including The Vernon Bank and The Merchants & Farmers Bank & Trust Co. also contributed\, reflecting the strong ties between the school and the business community. Their generosity ensured that Homecoming remained not only a school tradition but also a community-wide celebration. \nAdditional thanks went to shops and service providers that added to the festive atmosphere\, including Bill’s Discount\, Sam’s Shoe Shop\, Hilton Gulf Service\, and Russell’s Gift Shop. From clothing and furniture stores to insurance agencies and real estate companies\, each sponsor demonstrated a commitment to supporting the Wampus Cat legacy. Their names filled the pages of the souvenir program\, reminding alumni and guests alike that Homecoming was sustained by both school pride and community partnership. \nThe 1976 Homecoming Program was more than just an annual gathering—it was a reflection of Leesville’s unity\, resilience\, and shared traditions. Alumni returned to celebrate old friendships\, while students embraced the pride of being part of a legacy that continued to thrive. With the backing of local businesses and the leadership of the Alumni Association\, the event honored both past and present\, leaving alumni with cherished memories and reinforcing the bond between Leesville High School and its supportive community.
URL:https://www.wampuscats.org/event/homecoming-1976/
CATEGORIES:Homecoming
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SUMMARY:Homecoming 1975
DESCRIPTION:The 1975 Leesville High School Homecoming was a celebration of community\, tradition\, and pride\, as alumni returned to their alma mater to honor the school’s enduring legacy. The program\, highlighted by photographs of Leesville’s earliest graduating classes and families\, reminded attendees of the strong history that binds generations of Wampus Cats together. More than just a weekend of events\, the 1975 Homecoming was a tribute to both the past and the present. \nOn Friday\, October 24\, 1975\, alumni began their day with coffee at 9:15 a.m. inside Leesville High School\, where old friends reconnected and shared memories of their school days. At 10:30 a.m.\, the assembly brought alumni and students together for a spirited program filled with school pride and recognition of Leesville’s long tradition of excellence. At 12:00 noon\, the Continental Motor Lodge hosted the annual Dutch Treat luncheon\, where classmates caught up and reminisced over a shared meal. \nThat afternoon\, the streets of downtown Leesville came alive with the Homecoming Parade at 2:30 p.m. Floats\, bands\, and community groups filled the streets\, while alumni classes proudly waved from decorated vehicles. The day ended in thrilling fashion under the stadium lights\, as the Wampus Cats faced Rayne High School at 7:30 p.m. in the Homecoming football game. Cheering fans filled the stands\, creating an atmosphere of excitement and unity that has long been the hallmark of Homecoming. \nThe celebration continued on Saturday\, October 25\, 1975\, with another Dutch Treat luncheon at the Continental Motor Lodge\, this time featuring the election and installation of alumni officers. The evening concluded with the highly anticipated Alumni Dance at 9:00 p.m. at the National Guard Armory\, where laughter\, music\, and dancing carried the celebration into the night. The 1975 Homecoming Program honored the spirit of “yesterday” while celebrating the pride of “today\,” leaving alumni and the community with cherished memories of a weekend well spent.
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SUMMARY:Homecoming 1974
DESCRIPTION:In October 1974\, Leesville High School hosted a memorable Homecoming weekend\, welcoming alumni\, students\, and community members back home with warmth\, pride\, and plenty of Wampus Cat spirit. Festivities began on Friday\, October 25\, as returning alumni gathered at 9:15 a.m. in the school’s commons for coffee—a chance to reconnect and reminisce among familiar faces. At 10:30 a.m.\, students\, staff\, and alumni came together for a spirited assembly in the gym\, celebrating the school’s traditions and sharing stories of wonder and school pride. \nFollowing the gathering\, alumni joined the day’s energy over a Dutch Treat luncheon at noon at the Continental Motor Lodge\, swapping memories and laughter in a relaxed and welcoming setting. At 2:30 p.m.\, the spirit of that day marched through downtown Leesville with a lively Homecoming Parade\, where students and community groups showcased creativity\, camaraderie\, and school pride. As night fell\, the hometown excitement turned electric at 7:30 p.m. during the football showdown on the field\, as the Wampus Cats battled Rayne High School at LHS Stadium—an unforgettable evening filled with cheers\, cheers\, and Wampus Cat pride. \nSaturday’s events continued the celebration on October 26\, with another Dutch Treat luncheon at noon\, followed by the election and installation of alumni officers—the next chapter of leadership for the alumni association. The weekend grew even more festive at 9:00 p.m.\, as the Alumni Dance lit up the National Guard Armory with music\, laughter\, and joyful reunions—reminding everyone of the strong bonds forged through the years at Leesville High. \nThis 1974 Homecoming weekend was more than just events on a calendar—it was a celebration of community\, legacy\, and shared history. It stands as a reminder of the unique power of Wampus Cat pride to bring alumni and friends back together\, preserving the tradition and spirit of LHS for years to come.
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SUMMARY:Homecoming 1973
DESCRIPTION:The autumn of 1973 was a memorable season for Leesville High School as alumni\, students\, and the community came together to celebrate Homecoming. The 1973 Homecoming Program welcomed graduates back with open arms and provided a schedule full of tradition\, camaraderie\, and Wampus Cat pride. It was a time to relive cherished memories and create new ones while honoring the school’s enduring legacy. \nThe celebration began on Friday\, October 19\, 1973\, with a warm morning gathering at 10:00 a.m. for coffee at Leesville High School. Soon after\, at 10:50 a.m.\, students and alumni joined together for a spirited assembly at the high school\, blending past and present in a shared expression of pride. At 12:00 noon\, alumni enjoyed a “Dutch Treat” luncheon at the Continental Motor Lodge\, providing time for laughter and reconnection. Later that afternoon\, the streets of downtown Leesville came alive at 2:00 p.m. with the Homecoming Parade\, showcasing floats\, bands\, and school spirit. The excitement reached its peak that evening at 7:30 p.m.\, when the Wampus Cats took the field against Eunice High School in the Homecoming football game\, creating unforgettable moments under the stadium lights. \nThe festivities continued on Saturday\, October 20\, 1973\, beginning again at 12:00 noon with another “Dutch Treat” luncheon at the Continental Motor Lodge. This gathering also included the election and installation of alumni officers\, ensuring that the alumni association would continue to thrive with strong leadership. The weekend closed in style with the Alumni Dance at 8:00 p.m. at the National Guard Armory\, where classmates\, friends\, and families enjoyed music\, dancing\, and the joy of being together once more. \nThe 1973 Homecoming Program was more than just a series of events; it was a vibrant celebration of tradition\, unity\, and the shared bond of the Leesville community. With gatherings that spanned two days\, alumni and students alike celebrated what it means to be part of the Wampus Cat family\, leaving lasting memories that carried the spirit of Leesville High forward for years to come.
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SUMMARY:Homecoming 1969
DESCRIPTION:42 Former Students of Leesville High School Reunite\nLeesville\, LA — June 18\, 1969 \nA heartfelt reunion brought together 42 former students of Leesville High School’s historic “Wooden School out on the Hill.” The gathering took place last Friday at the Continental Motor Lodge\, where alumni from the graduating classes of 1907 through 1925 reconnected\, some traveling from as far away as Costa Rica. \nA Tradition of Community\nThe reunion was organized and led by L. S. “Buck” Hooper\, the man who originated the annual Hooper Trophy\, awarded after the Leesville vs. DeRidder High School football rivalry game. Hooper guided the day’s events\, which began at 10 a.m. with registration\, mingling\, and a chance for old friends to reacquaint themselves. \nAt noon\, the group shared a luncheon. Each attendee introduced themselves\, reflected on their lives\, and updated classmates on what they had been doing in the last 50 years. \nAttendees Spanning Generations\nThe roll call of attendees highlighted the wide reach of Leesville’s alumni. Families and generations were represented\, with names like Hooper\, Roberts\, Winfree\, Ford\, and Davis appearing throughout the list. \nFull List of Attendees\n\nEverett I. Walton – Leesville\nHerbert L. Carver – Leesville\nCecil C. Carver – Leesville\nCharles O. Cask – Leesville\nCourtney Allgood – Shreveport\nMadeline Kay Scoggins – Leesville\nRose Thompson Davies – Leesville\nCharles I. Davis – Houston\nPollard Schaefer – Leesville\nJack Hadnot – Leesville\nSudie Peters Winfree – Leesville\nSheldon Winfree – Leesville\nR. L. “Babe” Winfree – Leesville\nLaurence McAlpin – Leesville\nLeRoy Ford – Leesville\nEdna Hicks White – Leesville\nBertha Steward Smartt – Leesville\nG. S. Davis – Brownwood\, TX\nBess Hooper Durbin – Baton Rouge\nLily Hooper Frazar – Lake Charles\nTat Ferguson Thompson – Lake Charles\nMrs. Frances Hooper – DeRidder\nCharlie Averre – San Jose\, Costa Rica\nLillie Mae Averre Stone – Oil City\, LA\nDallas E. Evans – Shreveport\nBernice Ward Gore – Mount View\, TX\nWard Cunningham – Leesville\nMildred Allgood & R. L. Fulton Allgood – Port Arthur\, TX\nVanna Rusillow – Leesville\nOzan Smith – Rosepine\nLuther Jordan – Mansfield\nWalter H. Allen – Leesville\nWilliam T. Franklin – Alexandria\nCarver – Houston\nAlma Lewis Carmical – Lake Charles\nMr. & Mrs. Thodie Roberts – Leesville\nDot Dick Sutter – Leesville\nSusie Dick Teni – Leesville\nOscar Roberts – Leesville\nKathryn Roberts – Leesville\nMaud Carver Walton – Leesville\n\nHonored Guests\nThe reunion also welcomed Leesville Mayor R. L. “Fatty” Fertitta and Principal Joe Westerchil\, who joined alumni in celebrating the legacy of the school. \nA Celebration of Legacy\nThis gathering wasn’t just a look back at the past but a celebration of shared memories\, enduring friendships\, and the school’s lasting influence. For those who once walked the halls of the old wooden schoolhouse\, the day was filled with laughter\, nostalgia\, and a reaffirmation of community ties that span decades.
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