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year is Meg McMonagle. Quite active in Maine South activities, Meg has been a member of Orchesis for two years. She has also been a member of Ski Club for two years and in Girl's Chorus and Glee for one year.

Between school and her job at a nursery school, Meg enjoys jazz dancing and water and snow skiing, as well as horseback riding.

She hopes to attend Southern Illinois University and major in recreation. She Uien plans to go on to become a recreation leader.

According to Meg, senior year is great. "I'm meeting a lot of new people," she said, "and making many new friends."

Concerning Homecoming, Meg commented. "It's hard to be in competition with your friends, but it's an honor to be nominated for Homecoming Queen."

Becky Solarz Queen Candidate Becky Solarz has been involved in a variety of activities over the past three years. During her freshman and sophomore years, Becky enjoyed singing in Girls' Chorus, Girls' Glee and Glee Ensemble, and participated in V-Show. Junior year, Becky continued her singing in Concert Choir. For the past three years, Becky has been a cheerleader, an active Pep Club member, an honor roll student, and an art enthusiast. She

has also been affiUated with Campus Life.

Working as a receptionist at the Holiday Inn occupies Becky's time that is not spent extracurricularly. In her spare time, she enjoys writing songs and skiing.

Next fall, Becky hopes to attend Illinois State University to pursue a degree in the arts — specifically music, art and drama.

"Homecoming is when everyone works together, starts to get involved in school activities, and cheers the guys on. All I have to say is I really want to beat Maine East", said Becky.

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This year 14 senior girls were nominated by the homerooms for Homecoming Queen. Five of these girls were named to the Court and announced at the allschool assembly held on Wednesday. One of these five girls will be crowned Homecoming Queen at Saturdays football game.

Sally Ashbrook One of the Homecoming Queen candidates this year is Sally Ashbrook. Sally has been a member of Ski Club since freshman year. As a sophomore and junior, Sally was on the Swim Team. She was a member of Pep Club her first two years of high school, and she was a Wrestlerette sophomore year.

Sally is interested in water and snow skiing, tennis and sailing.

Sally is thinking about studying nursing at Western Illinois University next year.

"Homecoming is a time for kids to get involved. It's not just the dance and the football game, it's kids getting together and having school spirit," said Sally.

Julie Keller Julie Keller, another Homecoming candidate, is currently a Varsity cheerleader and has been on the squad for four years. She has also been a member of Pep Club for four years.

Julie has been the News Editor for Southwords for two years and sophomore year she was a reporter. During her sophomore year, Julie was elected to Quill and Scroll Society. She was a Junior Leader and is currently a Senior Leader. She has also participated in V-Show for the past two years. She is involved in Class Council this year. Julie is

also a member of Brotherhood Society.

Julie plans to enter the University of lUinois.

"Homecoming is a really exciting time of the year when everyone can get involved in school activities. But, like everything else, students can only get out of Homecoming what they put in. Everyone should participate and make Homecoming a week-end to remember," said JuUe. Joan Kurpiel Joan Kurpiel is interested in student government.

Her Freshman year Joan was Secretary of Class Council, Junior year she was Vice-President, and currently she is Class Council Treasurer. Joan has also been a Representative to Student Council and a Complex Leader.

For three years Joan has been a cheerleader. Junior year she was Captain of the squad. Before joining the cheerleading squad, Joan was on the gymnastics team. She has also participated in V-Show all three years. Last year Joan was a Junior Leader, and she is currently a sencor Leader. Joan is also a member of Brotherhood Society.

Joan would like to attend the University of Iowa. She is considering being a Social Worker after she graduates.

Joan feels that "Homecoming is a time of togetherness and student involvement. It is one time of the year when all the students can get together and work on the carnival, car-floats and the dance. For me. Homecoming is the most fun and the busiest time of the year."

Meg McMonagle One of Maine South's Homecoming Queen candidates this

HC Activities Planned booths, all of which will be representing a different school organization. Float building will also take place in the field house at this time.

A pep rally will be held on Friday night after the carnival and it is promised to be an exciting one.

Saturday, October 15 will begin with the Home Coming Parade. It will start at Cumberland Park at 10:00 a.m. and proceed down Belle Plaine Avenue to Maine South.

The football games will begin with the sophomores kicking off against Maine East at noon and the varsity at 2 p.m. Between the games, the Homecoming Queen Every morning a prayer group will be crowned and, and the meets in the dance room at judging of the floats will be held.

Maine South.

At half time, the Hawkettes will This group is designed not only be performing with the band to promote Christianity in playing a lively tune "Keep on general, but to promote Stepping". fellowship among all people.

"The Homecoming festivities This non-denominational group will end with the Homecoming is not based on any outside group Dance, which will be held at such as Son City or Campus Life. Maine South from 8:30 p.m. to 11 Many different Christian youth p.m. The theme of the dance is "Swaying to the Music." Tickets groups are represented.

The group spends the first 15 are still on sale in the bookstore minutes discussing the Bible, for five dollars per couple. their Christian lifestyles, or even So show some school spirit, the problems they face in daily make the best of this year's life. The remaining time is spent homecoming, and support our team on to a victory this in prayer.

This group is open to everyone. weekend!

by Catherine Dever Maine Township is celebrating their 75th anniversary this year.

Therefore the theme of Homecoming this year is Diamond Jubilee.

The student body has organized a Homecoming Carnival once again this year because of its success last year. It will take place in the field house on Friday, October 14 from 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. There will he games, food and other sorts of

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Oct. 14,1977

SC Wants Communication administration agreed to have the lunch lines open from the beginning of each period to the end. In addition, a student monitor program was attempted.

Unfortunately the program was unsuccessful because of the lack of student participation. Another difference last year was the new voluntary voting system for Student Council officer elections, which took the place of the mandatory voting system in homeroom. This new system encouraged students to act responsibly by voting a secret ballot. Although S.C. was active, there was a lack of communication between Student Kathy Kendzy '78 has been Council and the student body.

This year one of the main cited for outstanding performance in writing. The objectives of S.C. is to better that National Council of Teachers of lack of communication. Complex EngUsh has named her a winner Leaders are* now required to of a 1977 NCTE Achievement make reports to their homerooms Award in Writing. The NCTE at least once every two weeks. writing contest is held annually Hopefully the students will become more familiar with the beginning in January. happenings in Student Council.

Over 7,000 students were Because of the success of last nominated last February by their years Homecoming Carnival, it English teachers for NCTE will take place in the same spirit AcWevement Awards in Writing. as before. The well-known "jail" Each nominee submitted a will be opened for business once sample of his best writing again so that you can lock your impromtu essay.

These "favorite" faculty member or compositions were evaluated by state judging teams of both high school and college English teachers. The approximately 850 finalists selected each year represent high schools in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and American schools abroad.

The number of possible winners for each state is keyed to state population.

The Council recommends the award finalists, now seniors, for college scholarships in 1977, should they need such assistance.

Names of the students are sent to admissions officers and English department chairmen at U.S. two- and four-year colleges and universities.

Students rehearse for this year's

by Maggie Crowe The main concern of Student Council in the past and present years has always been the students and what they are entitled to according to their needs. However, each year the approach is different.

Last year, besides the normal activities. Student Council brought on a few new changes.

One of the more noticeable changes was the Homecoming Carnival which was successful.

The cafeteria rules were discussed, and as a result, the

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friend up for the evetiing. S.C. will recommend that the administration follow the cafeteria guidelines agreed upon last year. The shortcomings of the student monitor system last year have been discussed, so hopefully we will see more student participation in this year's attempt.

S.C. President Pete Omarzu stated, "I feel that Student Council members this year are showing a greater amount of enthusiasm towards Student Council as a governing organization. My priorities are a better relationship between Student Council and the student body.

The students elect people to serve as their representatives, there fore they have the right to know what we are doing at all times. As we are the governing organization of the student body, I feel we should carry more weight in our negotiations with the administration."

Student Council is an organization which represents the students' ideas and opinions.

Students should take advantage of the authority S.C. has and make their thoughts known, so Student Council knows how students feel.

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Oct. 14,1977

Students Polled On Council

by Wally Bilocerkowyci replied, "When we do something A student poll on the wrong, they take away our Student Council was taken during pnvileges, assuming we'll do the week of October 3-7, Students wrong again. They don't give us a were asked to give their opimons second chance." Jun Chlopek and views on the S.C. gave another strong response, The first question asked was : saying simply, ''the conflict ^ J .{f ^p"!i °^""°"'„K r " ^^i*-^^" ^^\^i ^"'^- *-^^ hink the SC does enough or too Admmistration has been gomg on httle for the students? The a long time and will not ever response summed up to a end." Sue Amore '80 answered, ^^'^P'HJI "^"i^^H" ° 'n' ^ ^ ^ ''"^'^^ " "^^^"^ I " ' " ? / " these does very httle for us. One end. We're treated like example is Jim Chlopek '78, minorities. We're discriminated whose response was one of firm against because we a r e behef..."the SC is completely an students." Sandy Reinhardt '80 ineffective organization due to really layed it on the Une with, the represiveness of the "This whole system is just like a Administration. The SC has the reform school! "A shocking potential to be very useful, but as response came from an it is cannot provide anything of anonymous sophomore boy," real value to the students." On There is no conflict. It's really the other hand, Ray Peszek '79 just nothing. It's just for show. u' } u • u^^ enough, it's just to make the kids think They do their share. Everyone that there are some people out should get involved with it. there to do something for them, Another question asked was: But that's not what's Do you think there IS enough or happening." And finally, Mike too little power invested in the Anonymous '79 summed up the •^fK*?p'^^ ^^tk^°^^ ^^'^^ r^i^ said the SC does not have anough Q ^ n G S S . . . power invested in it. About 17 per cent said they didnt know. And a uptwPPn nlavprs of varvine surpnsmgly high 16 per cent said between Piayers ot varying there is enough power. Some strengths. A chess timer is views of the minority 16 per cent ^™ply two clocks withm one who said there was enough power "euing ana oy pressing me were Pam Anonymous '80, who Pl^nger nearest you, you start said, "I think there is enough your opponent s aiai. Mnce eacn nower thev (SD iust don't want player has only five minutes for power, mey isu; jusi aont want ^nf,: .i^ :„ to do anything." Jim Chlopek aumsmovestne game will never summed it up with " T h e s e has last longer than ten minutes. no power at all. The ^^f;^""^; ; ^ t " S e T c h e " Administration has complete consist of ]ust speed chess control" games. tuiuiui. * _^ c iu r^i.

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by Noreen Keane what would your reaction be if you were a bus driver, responsible for about 50 lives, ages ranging from freshman to seniors, with strict orders from your insurance company as well as your employer that there is to he no unnecessary violence or any type of smoking on your bus?

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your route are supposed to foUow school regulations and those who can't comply are to be handled by the proper authority. Of course, trying not to alienate the students needlessly, the rules are not strictly enforced but there is a point that a person get's to and cannot be pushed any farther, such was the case of Thursday, Oct. 6.

Try to have an unbiased view a„d toink of how you'd react to this situation if you were in the bus driver's place. Be honest, ok?

How would you feel if you were oimr«:t finichoH uHth vnnr rnnto almost finished with your route after explicitly asking the students repeatedly if they would put out their cigarettes at least untU they're off the bus because ifc mmnanv nolipv as wpll as " » Company policy as weu as school regulations, but they chose to completely ignore you?

There are not many alternatives left open to you if you are to ever gain control of the bus again, How would you react after you made the only decision possible, to return to school, and they begintoshout obscenities at you?

I think it's about time that the

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by John Peters. Commentary Editor "Student Council doesn't do anything." This is a comment we often hear around Maine South. However, this writer feels that the above statement is unjustified and a slander to those Council members who dilligently devote their time and efforts for worthwhile causes. And I also must say that, for the most part, those who claim that Student Council accomplishes close to nothing speak out of ignorance to Council operations and limitations.

Due to this ignorance, many people seem to feel that Student Council is a legislative body just as Congress is a legislative body; that it may initiate action as a powerful, governing force. However, this simply is not the case. Everything that Student CouncU does or intends to do is subject to approval by the Administration. In other words. Student Council is in the position of merely recommending action. Thus Student Council does not have the power to establish a smoking lounge, create open campus, or enact any other such legislation without the Administration's consent.

In addition many people tend to overtook the actual accomplishments of Student Council. Did you know that Student Council is the directive force behind two of Maine South's most involved activities, Homecoming and V-

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Show? Student CouncU is responsible for virtually everything involved with Homecoming excluding the dance; it is also responsible for the entire production of V-Show. These two spotlights may seem trivial to the time in a lengthy school year, but the work put into the behind-the-scenes activities (Of which many people are ignorant) by the members of Student Council and their sponsors is tremendous. However one must not only focus on these two activities, for there are many other Council affairs such as the reforming of the school constitution which also go unnoticed; ironically, this is a point that affects every student.

To condense things, one may categorize complaints about Student Council inactivity just as one would classify the ramblings of an armchair quarterback. True, Council may not perform up to par all of the time, and true, some members may do close to nothing in their respective positions, but the inquisitive individual Avill find that the majority of Student Council attempts to gain what reasonable progress it is enabled under the present system. In other words, an intelligent and rational person will look into the situation before he cops an attitude, forTHEas Cimom) an old Indian saying goes, "Grant that I may not criticize another until I have walked a O^-f WERE mile in his moccassins."

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animal-like behavior by the underclassman on busses be brought out in the open and hopefuUy begin to be dealt with!

The reason I say underclassman is because most upperclassman get out early or have other means of transportation to get home, Unfortunately, there are a few of us who have to submit to taking ^ ^ ^ ^ ^^^ ^ ^ ^ 1^^ prepared to suffer the conseauences Manv of yrihoThaTdon't rideTe bus will orobablv think that I am e x a ^ e r a t i n g a ^ e a t dea?

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S are so^'quick to comSain begin to act like adults, we just may soon begin to be treated as adults.

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Oct. 14,1977

Senior, Freshmen Outlook Differs

by Lisa Collin The bad points of Maine South are disliked by the Freshman for different reasons than the Seniors, but both agree that Maine South has many good points. Although Maine South has one of the best selections of classes and extra-curricular, it is sometimes hard to overlook the growing amount of rules and red tape.

Many seniors are realizing that they are losing privileges instead of gaining them. They are also noticing that other schools aren't as strict.

Phil Winters '78, stated, "I am sick of the rules. They are getting

Arena Play Begins

by Marianne Schmidt This year's Thespian Arena Play, "Enter A Free Man," opened last night. The other performance dates are Oct. 14, 15, 20, 21, and 22 all at 8:00 p.m.

Tickets cost $1.50 for students and senior citizens and $2.00 for adults.

The play, which is a comedy, was written by Tom Stoppard.

Mr. Stoppard has been writing for ten years and has been nominated for three Tony Awards. Mr. Vince Pinelli, director of the play, describes him as an exceUent young writer.

The play is atwut a man named George Riley who is an unsuccessful inventor. All of his inventions fail. As the play begins, Riley meets Harry at a pub. Harry agrees to go into business with him manufacturing Riley's latest invention. The invention is an envelope which can be used twice, because it has glue on both sides of the flap. In the meantime, Riley's daughter wants to marry a motorcyclist, his wife cleans instead of listening to him, and at the pub, the regular customers play along with Riley.

Mr. PineUi commented that, "The show has a strong cast, as well as being strong technically.

Unlike past arena plays, this one is a comedy. The show is also special because there is running water and a working bar on stage."

Pat Hennessy, president of Thespian Troupe 2554, explained that the proceeds from the opening night performance go to the Hal Chastain Scholarship Fund. Cast and crew also contribute to this fund.

Some of the proceeds from the other performances will go to the Drama Scholarships, to be given at the end of the year. Students are encouraged to come and see the show! the continuing ad<tntuivs of

worse and worse every year. The administration treats the majority of the students like the infants that cause the trouble, but we always need something to gripe about. For the most part the classes are great for learning if you let them."

Lori Komornicki '78, commented, "Maine South has many opportunities to get involved, but there are schools not as strict as Maine South that still offer the same opportunities. Open minds can help overlook the bad points of the school and involve people in the good things."

The Freshman at South relate the amount of rules to the amount they had at Junior High. Although rules in Junior High were not as strict, the opportunities were not in such great abundance.

Julie Langdon '81 feels, "There are too many rules at South as compared to Junior High, but I think there are greater opportunities like sports and other extra-curricular here. If some of the rules were gone we would get by, but they do serve their pur-

pose."

Joe Winters '81, said, "Maine South is pretty cool because you get to choose your own classes instead of taking what you're told to. Six minutes for class changing, study halls, and the library rules are stricter than Junior High, but the bad things at South are small and you can get around without too much hassle, but the good things here are really great."

Bill Oberheide '81, agreed.

"Maine South is a little stricter than Junior High about being on time, but I like it better because of the sports and because you can pick your classes."

Most people felt that the school has a lot to offer, but that the rules are too strict and often hold us back from real sense of choice.

Everyone also saw the need for rules at times.

Amy Hansen '78, commented, "Considering the condition of some of the Chicago schools, Maine South has a lot of opportunities and some of the rules have to be enforced in order to keep it this way."

SC Improves Homecoming year, there were many negative

by Debbie Gann Student Council deserves a reactions. But when people went round of applause for its efforts to the carnival, most reactions to make this year's Homecoming were positive.

The carnival will be held enfestivities better than before. One of the reasons may be because of tirely in the field house this year. the new system for voting for Some of the activities that will be Homecoming queen, designed by present at the carnival are: the the Homecoming Committee. In jail, a dunking booth, arm wrestthe past, all students voted for ling booth, roulette wheels, five candidates; this year, two. obstacle course, and contests.

Also before this year, the com- Also there will be live enterputation of ballots was done by tainment, and, of course, plenty various students. In an effort to of pizza, hot dogs and crepes cease the leakage of premature booths. results, the ballots are counted Mr. Morris commented that

by Mr. Morris and Mr. New, Stu- "last year the field house was dent Council sponsors. packed with people."

As an added reminder for other As you recall, last year was the first year that the carnival re- Homecoming activities, there placed the float-building. Mr. will be a volley ball game held at Morris commented that after the 5:00 today, and the Homecoming decision of having a carnival last parade at 10 a.m. Saturday.

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Pep Club Boosts School Spirit

by Halina Stachowiak This year's Pep Club Council at Maine South is already hard at work promoting our school spirit.

The 23 members were selected last year, and had already begun preparing during the summer.

The Council, sponsored by Mrs. Iris Sellers, is pictured below.

Top row: "Tracey Blankenburg, Kathy Reese, Secretary Holly Henderson, Janet Black, Nancy Jacobson, Sue Huedepohl, Chris Kuffel, Sheila Gibbons. Second row, Val Steinhauser, Shannon Guerin, Membership Chairman Maureen Burns, Karen McGovem, Sue McMahon, Julie Nagle. Third row: Kim Scharringhausen, Vice President Lora Bergesen, Debbie Gunderson, Amy Kann, Kathleen Buckley, Karen Tworek, Ann Nesbit, and President Lori

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Pep Club is currently very busy with Homecoming activities. The Council runs the Firelight Pep Rally Friday night after the carnival in addition to having a booth. The Council will also be riding in the parade Saturday morning; The Alumni Breakfast then follows.

At all Maine South football games, Pep Council sells programs and buttons and helps cheer the teams on to victory. "To boost the morale of the players, the girls make locker tags, banners, and even decorate houses before the games. Pep Club Council supports all the athletic activities at Maine South and deserves recognition and praise of its hard work and devotion.

Speed Freaks Found Come up to room A-308 any Wednesday after school and you'll find a room full of speed freaks. Now before the deans start forming a raiding party let me explain Uiat the speed has to do with time on a chess clock.

All of you who have the misconception that chess is a boring game played for several hours, try playing an entire game in ten minutes with half a dozen people kibitzing on how the game should be played.

The steady ticking of the clock doesn't leave much time for thinking and is a great equalizer • Please turn to page 2

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Senior Year Spoiled by Rules

by Tina Prodyma Congratulations, seniors, this is your year! You'll have fun this year! After all, you've worked hard for four years! It's time to enjoy yourselves So says all the

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teachers, parents and adults that feel the need to give advice. Do you know what I say to that?

Bull!

If I'm so adult, so mature, how come I can't even go to the bathroom without a pass? Then, once I get in there, have a watchdog allot me three minutes to do my duty, wash my hands, and brush my hair. Don't they trust me to flush the toilet?

I can't even be permitted to stop at my locker before going to lounge. If I do stop there, I'll get to lounge five seconds after the bell, which, of course, means a teacher won't let me in. Then I'll be sent to study hall, which I waited two years to get out of.

If I am "lucky" enough to be allowed in lounge, I must remain inside, and be guarded by a teacher-monitor. Because some of us are slobs, we must ail be threatened to dispose of our garbage properly. And, of course, if we're "allowed" to go outside, we'll smoke (oh no!) and throw garbage. But we're adults!

If I want to take a book out of the library in order to further my intellectual capacity, I must go through a big process. I understand that books are constantly being ripped off, but let's not overdo the security!

Sure, there are many things wrong with the school; and, admittedly, a lot of it is the students' faiUt. But retaliating with

an extreme regime of laws and regulations is definitely not the answer!

Psychologists' studies prove that if a person is treated with kindness, they'll respond favorably. These findings can be paralleled to the situation here at school.

If seniors are supposed to act adult and mature, and to set examples for the younger students, but then are treated like naughty five year olds, how should they be expected to act? If a person is constantly told that he's no good and he's a pest, what's his self-image expected to be? Our self-esteem is based on what other people think of us, many psychiatrists agree. So how can we act mature if we're treated like juveniles?

Next year, most seniors will be thrust into a different world, college. We'll be treated as adults, and it will be hard for us to adjust to the new responsibilities. High School should prepare us for college, not only intellectually, but also in how we deal with life.

It's sad to think that for four years I've looked forward to this — more rules, regulations, and stricter discipline than ever before. And the younger students will have it even worse.

Let's make a deal, faculty.

Treat us like adults, and we'll show you how mature we can act.

Oct. 14,1977

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Soccer Kicks Off Homecoming Tonight

by Dan White The kickers will start the Homecoming sports events with a night game against the always tough Maine East Demons, Wednesday, October 12 at 8 p.m. at Maine East.

South's soccer men bounced back from a tough loss to Glenbrook South by defeating Niles West last Oct. 5, 5-1 at

Niles.

Despite not playing too aggressively, the Hawks still managed to defeat the Indians.

"We haven't been getting up for the last couple games. At least we aren't hitting a season slump like some teams," said Dave Greising.

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- back to throw a pass, which was caught by Ed Swanson. The Hawks lost the game 19-3 to Elgin. South will take on Maine East tomorrow at 2 p.m.

first quarter with an assist from Jay Dunsing. South's Dunsing clicked for a goal in the third period assisted by Nick Leever.

Dunsing also scored another goal at 1:52 of the fourth quarter.

Leever scored the first of his two goals at :45 of the third quarter. His second goal came in the fourth, on a good pass from Tom Winkowski.

"If Leever keeps scoring the way he's doing, he has a good chance at breaking Brian Eberle's 22 goals in one season record," said Coach Jack Tilley.

Niles West's Piro scored their only goal in the second quarter at 10:30. Niles had a total of 25 shots on goalie Dan White, while the Hawks had 11.

"It seemed like the Indians dominated the game. But our shots were more effective," said fullback Doug Hanson.

Last Wednesday, the kickers traveled to Maine West and beat the Warriors 4-1 in what proved to be a very interesting game.

This game under the lights, was not completed due to a fight which broke out in the middle of the fourth quarter. The fight started when fullback John Dano and a Warrior forward both went for the ball and got tangled up.

However, the Warrior came up with a red face and flinging fists.

This lead to the emptying of both benches. Finally, the Warriors retreated and the Hawks won another battle.

"When two benches go empty like that, I have no control over the game. That's why the game was called," said the referee.

Penez scored West's only goal 2:58 seconds into the game.

However, Hawk Nick Leever came through with two goals in the first quarter. Manny Mueller

got the assist on the first and Leever scored the second on a penalty shot.

Chris Paluch's score gave the Hawks a 3-1 lead at the end of the first quarter.

Maine West managed to get only five shots on goal during the game.

Nick Leever tallied for his third goal in the third quarter, with an assist from Jay Dunsing. The cold weather prevented the fans from showering him with their hats.

Sophomore Soccer Kiclcing

by J. Sebastian The Sophomore soccer team played an outstanding game, winning it 5-0 over Deerfield.

Mark Curtis played an excellent game scoring 2 goals and showing a lot of hustle. The Sophomores passed and trapped well, keeping the ball down in Deerfield's end most of the game.

In the first half the kickers pounded the Deerfield goal with nearly 20 shots, but only scored once. Then in the second half they broke the game open with 4 goals.

Goalie Dan Szumal collected his

fourth shutout in 5 games.

In their second conference game of the season, the Sophomores edged out Niles West 2-1. Mark Dudko scored the first goal in the beginning of the second quarter. Mitch DiCico booted in a penalty shot in the third quarter which gave the Hawks a 2-0 lead. Niles West then scored on a penalty shot. FuUbacks Dave Hepburn and Barry Thomas played fine games, stopping the Niles West offense.

The sophomores are now 2 and 0 in coiierence and 7-0 on the season.

Football To Face Undefeated Maine East

by Dan White The struggling Hawk football team will try to get back to winning this Saturday as they go against the undefeated Demons of Maine East. The kickoff for the Homecoming weekend will be at 2 p.m. at Maine South.

South dropped their second straight game last Saturday 19-3 to Elgin at Maine South.

At 5:23 of the first quarter, South got a break when the Elgin punter choked, resulting in a 7 yard kick. This put the ball in good field position for the Hawks on the Elgin 25. However, not even Dave Ryan, who carried the ball the next four downs, was able to get the first down.

Hawk Matt Hader made a spectacular catch to close out the first quarter. The play covered 23 yards on a fine pass from Jay Huyler.

Again Elgin's defense held the Hawk offense, this time on their own 10 yd. line. South elected to try for the field goal on fourth and five. Kicker Ron Muck booted the baU, putting the Hawks ahead by three.

At this point of the game, Maine was keeping up with the

powerful Elgin Maroons, who are rated high in state competition.

Elgin then scored with 31 seconds left in the first half on a 5 yard run, giving them a slim lead. The extra point hit the crossbar, and the Hawks were down by three at halftime.

Due to the extreme cold and poor field conditions, the halftime performances featuring the Pom-Pon Squad and March Band were cancelled.

During the first half, Dave

by Scott Erickson The Cross Country team will take part in the Addison Trail Invitations tomorrow at 10 a.m.

The tracksters edged out Maine West in a close meet on Tuesday, Oct. 4. The final score was Maine South 28, Maine West 30.

Joe Bogard '78 led the pack with a spectacular time of 15:01.6 in the 2-mile. Bogard's time makes him the tenth fastest man running the home course.

Dave Craig '78, came in second

with a time of 15:08. Next to cross the line was Dave Mau '79, in third place with a time of 15:19.

Mark Borgmann '78 came through in 10th place with a time of 16:02, and Dave D'Hooge, '79, finished 13th with a time of 16:51.

D'Hooge was followed by Marty Oddo '80 with a 17:03 and Kevin Sandock '78, who also had a 17:03.

When asked, both Coach Kilcullen and Dave D'Hooge agreed that the team was getting stronger after every meet.

Tennis Begins Meet at GBN

This year's 1977-78 Varsity cheerleaders include, front: Betsy Steffen, Mary Nicolau. Middle: Our Julie Keller, Robin Becker, Joan Kurpiel.

Back: Tammy McLennan, Meghan Roer, Becky Solarz.

Undefeated V-Ball Hosts NW

by Janet Shamllan The Girl's Volleyball team will host Niles West today at 5 p.m. in the spectator gym. The varsity team is 5-0 and will be trying for their sixth straight win.

Last Friday, Maine South defeated Highland Park, on both levels. The varsity team won by

Elgin scored their final TD of the day at 7:18 of the fourth quarter when Hawk punter Steve Dick was taken down by Elgin linemen on the Hawk 10. On the next play, the Maroon offense ripped through the Hawk defense giving them their a 19-3 lead.

George Gianakopoulos, 6'2", 220, blocked the extra point.

Elgin exhibited excellent defensive plays in the fourth quarter as they decked the Hawk QB for in two consecutive plays for 18 a total yard loss. Two plays later, they sacked the Hawks for a 7 yard loss.

CC Men Dashing in Invitational

Golf Doing Well

by Dan White Tomorrow, the varsity golf team will play in district's at Village Links in Glen Ellyn. If they do well there, they will go to the State meet on October 21, and 22.

The shooters swung their way to two victories against Waukegan East last Thursday and Maine East on Oct. 3.

"The twys shot very weU last week, but now we must finish ahead of both Glenbrook's to win our conference, ' said Mr. Ross.

South edged out Waukegan winning by three strokes 159-162.

The Hawks squeaked by Maine East 155-160. Mark Stiggleman's 36 gave South their lowest score.

John Hanch finished with a 38.

Tim Ellsworth and Larry Bobka shot 40 and 41 respectively. The iron mens season record now stands at 8 and 4, while in conference play, they are 4-2.

The final cor^erence standings depend upon the conference tournament at Lake Bluff.

Ryan rushed for a total of 67 yards and Jay Huyler completed two out of five attempts for 35 yards. The Hawks drove the ball for seven first downs, while Elgin ran it for five first downs.

In third quarter action. Hawk George Pucci made a spectacular interception on his own 10 yard line. Then South took the ball up to their 44 yard line in nine plays and were forced to punt.

The Maroons extended their lead when they scored at 4:15 on a seven yard nm. The extra point made it 13-3 Elgin.

scores of 20-17 and 20-15, while the J.V. downed the Giants 15-13 and 15-2.

On Tues., Oct. 5, the Hawks romped against conference opponent Glenbrook North. Both levels swept their matches. The varsity won 21-19 and 20-13, and J.V. won 15-6, 12-15 and 15-2.

Hawk hitter-setter senior Becky Lukens served for 100 per cent, while setting for a strong 82 per cent against Glenbrook North.

Joan Henley '78, attributes the varsity's success to a lot of good teamwork.

by Janet Shamlian The Maine South Varsity tennis team will begin a two day league meet today at 1 p.m. at Glenbrook North and South. The meet will consist of the girls playing the teams in their conference, and is an important one for the Hawks.

Tues., Oct. 4, the girls dumped Maine East in a tough conference meet. "Maine East was a very important meet, and I think our success is due to a lot of hard work and concentration," said Mary Frick '78. The varsity won 4-3 and J.V. beat the Demons 7-0.

Last Friday's meet with Deerfield was cancelled because of inclement weather. It has not been decided yet if the meet will be rescheduled, as Deerfield was a non conference match.

The last regular meet for the team will be Wed. at Arlington High School at 4:15 p.m.

Mary Fricke returning a serve in the meet against Niles West.