Upending Powerful Nashua

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The 1967-68 Peterborough High girls not only finished with an outstanding 13-1 record, they handed Nashua High its first loss in five years, 35-26. Wow! The Hilanders’ only loss was a squeaker to Nashua, 25-24. 

Standing (back row, l-r): Coach Sharon Derby, Sherry Carbee, Becky Morgan, Mary Ann Cuddihee, Joyce Tilton and Joyce Jarest. Front row: Jane Stevens, Janie Hayes, Janet Newton, Kathy Descher, Wendy Peters and Wendy Carney.

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