1974, 1966 OHS state champions recognized

Posted 2/14/24

Owensville High School’s 1974 (first photo) and 1966 state basketball champions (third photo) were recognized Friday on the 50th and 60th anniversaries of their titles.

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1974, 1966 OHS state champions recognized

Mike Garlock waves as he is introduced as teammates (from left) Jeff Doerr, Van Lahmeyer, Tom Bloemke. Coach Jerry Buescher, Larry Niewald and Kendall Hackman look on.

Photo by Dave Marner

Hackman and Randy Kosark applaud (left) as Decker Jardes waves when introduced as representing his late grandfather, Bo Decker. Accompanying him was his great-grandfather, Jim Decker. The Decker family was included in a pre-game reunion at Seventh Street Eats held that afternoon with members of the 1966 Dutchmen.

Photo by Dave Marner

Richard Hood (below, raising his cane and cheering when introduced) coached the 1966 Dutchmen and returned for the reunion from his home in the Springfield, Mo., area. He is pictured with former players Wayne Schlottach, Woody Stovall and Jim White.

Photo by Dave Marner

Posted Wednesday, February 14, 2024 12:00 am

Owensville High School’s 1974 (first photo) and 1966 state basketball champions (third photo) were recognized Friday on the 50th and 60th anniversaries of their titles.