An Ironton Fighting Tigers defender grabs the jersey of Montgomery County running back Rongie Potts while linebacker Derek Bowen (68) fights off a block en route to help with the tackle. Ironton had four crucial turnovers that led to a 51-26 loss in their November 1996 season finale. (The Ironton Tribune | File Photo | Tim Swick)

With style and pizzaz, Kevin Devaney struts in his socks as he watches pins fall at the bowling alley in November 1996. (The Ironton Tribune | File Photo | Tim Swick)

Coal Grove Lady Hornet Trish Walters (30) tries to stay inbounds and find an open teammate under the pressure of South Point Lady Pointers Rayshea Taylor. The play was part of a November 1996 Ohio Valley Conference basketball preview. (The Ironton Tribune | File Photo | Tim Swick)

Going after the loose ball is Chesapeake Lady Panthers Bethanie Stiltner (13) and Fairland Lady Dragons Becky Hamlin (34). The play was part of an Ohio Valley Conference girls’ basketball preview in November 1996. (The Ironton Tribune | File Photo | Tim Swick)

Members of the Ironton Fighting Tigers 1996 Ohio High School Athletic Association state golf tournament championship team are, front from left, Ryan Hurley, Todd Christian, Derek DuFore, Craig Anderson and Brad Washburn; second row from left, head coach Bill Washburn, Brigham Anderson, Jimmy Bunker, Justin Collins, Ryan Lilly, Matthew Crance, Josh Click and assistant coach Tony Brown. (The Ironton Tribune | File Photo)