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Wisconsin 1997 Division I
State Champions

state champs

The 1997 State Champions: Row 1 - kneeling - Left to Right: Nicole "Smerf" Francis,
Nikki Peasley, Mandy Fidler, Carissa Barrera, Desario Turner. Row 2 - Left to Right:
Jackie Peasley, Assistant Coach Jeff Fidler, Assistant Coach Joe Golden,
Head Coach Jim Kerkvliet, Assistant Coach Jim Betker, Assistant Coach Erick Peasley
Manager Becca Eldridge, Andrea Foster. Row 3 - Left to Right: Krisey Sanders,
Tricia Anderson, Samantha Waid, LaTonya Sims, Karen Radewan, Amy Zelinger,
Julie Christensen. (Not Pictured: Assistant Coach Rich Peasley, Manager Nadia Franklin)

Following is a series of snapshots from the 1997 State Tournament and events
that came later, such as breakfast with the governor and the 4th of July parade.

state action
Opening game of 1997 State Tournament, Racine Park vs Fond du Lac
state bench
Players on the bench showing their team spirit during a free throw attempt
state trophy
Receiving the trophy from W.I.A.A. Executive Board members - before the trophy almost dropped to the floor
state group
Players in front of many cameras after receiving medals and trophy
state gov
Breakfast with the governor the morning after, going up the winding staircase
state parade
Players on the float for the 4th of July parade