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Students offered chance to see USSR Within the past few months drastic changes have swept throughout the world, and the source of many of these changes has been the Soviet Union. During his last five years in power Soviet president Mikhail Gorbachev has helped to bring about world stability with his policies of peristroika and glasnost. Since part of these policies has been the opening oftheU.S.S.R. to foreign visitors and tourists, many different tour groups have organized trips to this interesting country. One of these tour groups is called August in the U.S .S .R., and is currently organizing for its nineteenth trip. This program, which is open to all high school students, is not really an AFS program, but is more intense than a normal tour. Because it deals mainly with students, its goal is to create an environment which will help pring American students in close contact with Ihcir Soviet counterparts. In doing so, they will gain a new understanding of how their peers live, think, play, study, and survive in a political system and country so different from ours. However, in order for the students to gain a full knowledge of Soviet life, the educated staff/guides provide them with any additional information they might require. The staff consists of members who understand most aspects of Soviet society, and knowledge of the best ways to coherently introduce the American students to these parts of society. The staff consists of Armen Dedekian, Williain Fegosi, and Annie Renaud. Dedekian is a teacher of Russian at Buckingham Browne & Nichols School in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and has been in the August in the U.S.S.R. program for the past eighteen years. He has spent eighteen years in the Soviet Union, and therefore understands most aspects of that country. Fegosi and Renaud are both seasoned travelers who teach at M.I.T. and Browne & Nichols School, and should both be a great help to the students concerning international mailers. After visiting the major tourist attractions, the students will go to many other places not usually frequented by tourists. After visiting many places and meeting different people, actual discussions will take place with the
high school students commenting on their observations and discerning new-found facts from comman-place fiction. Besides opportunities for formal and informal experiences within the U.S.S.R., time is allotted for the participants to meet Soviet citizens and pursue iheir own interests, whether it be visiting a sport or a music center. This program lasts for about twenty days, from August 2 to August 23. After leaving Boston on August 2, the participants will arrive in Leningrad, formerly St. Petersburg, on Friday, August 3. Leningrad, which was founded by Peter the Great in 1703, was a symbol of Russia's attempt to become part of the Western Nations. Before Peter, Russia was essentially a backwater country consisting of loosely centralized manors run by lords with their serfs. However, Peter came to realize that in order to become a modem country, Russia had to become more centralized and westernized. Therefore, he successfully waged a twenty year war with Sweden, attained the warm water ports that Russia so desperately needed, and established St. Petersburg. St. Petersburg was built at the cost of hundreds of thousands of serfs, but when it was done, it became the "Venice of the North." Here, French became the official language as Peter tried to create a home court fitting of nobility. After four days, the students will take a train to Pskov, which is one of the oldest towns in Russia. This town, which has withstood many sieges by foreign armies, still
contains many churches and merchants' houses from 1100-1600 A.D. It was in this town in 1917 that Tsar Nicholas II abdicated, and from here the students can visit the medieval monastery at Pechory and fortress of Izborsk. After three days in Pskov, the participants will take an overnight train to Tallinn, a medieval city on the Gulf of Finland. Because of the many different counU'ies which once ruled Tallinn, this city has buildings reflecting gothic, baroque, and Scandinavian influence. On August ] 4, the students will fly to Kiev, which is the capital of the Ukranian Republic, the "breadbasket" of Russia. Kiev, which was founded in 860 A.D., is the oldest city in Russia, and is considered the birthplace of Christianity in that country. Built on the Dnepr River, this is the third largest city in the Soviet Union. Some of the attractions include a Golden Gate, existing from 1037, St. Sofia's Cathedral, with its 325 foot high bell tower, the Monastery of the Caves, and the Catacombs, where dead monks have been mummified. The last stop on the U-ip will be in Moscow, where the Students will stay for five days. Moscow, the capital of the U.S.S.R., is the largest and most important Soviet city. Here, the students will visit Lenin's tomb, where his body can be seen in vacuumed glass container. Also to be seen here are the Red Square, the Kremlin, and St. Basil's Cathedral. Here tlie students will get to interact with continued on page 3
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And now, the envelope please... by Dom Loise because he's often thought of as a comedian. I Anyone can make a list of this year's Abyss is definitely my choice. The best supporting actress is a little am torn between two outstanding actors for nominations for the Academy Awards. That' s the easy part. My job is to predict this year's tougher to pick. The woman that sticks out this award. Tom Cruise, who gave his best winners. Remember, I am not choosing my from the rest of the pack is Dianne Wiest of pertormanceyetin«orrtOrt the FourthofJuly, favorites. That would be for the People's Parenthood fame. She has already been rec- and Morgan Freeman iot Driving Miss Daisy. Choice Awards, and I don't see Batman or ognized for her work in Hanna and Her Sis- Freeman has already been nominated earlier for his role in Street Smart. Look Who' s Talking up for an award. Though, ters. Best supporting actor is the easiest to preBest director is another difficult decision. any movie with John Travolta and talking sperm just shows what happens when Holly- dict. Dan Aykroyd, from Driving Miss Daisy, After careful consideration, my prediction is will not win because he is a comic actor, but it Oliver Stone for his work with Born on the wood goes to Happy Hour. Also, I am not going to say what should is great to see a not-yet-ready for prime time Fourth of July. He also has been recognized have been picked. Why Do the Right Thing player nominated. Instead, my pick for best earlier by the Academy for films such as should have gotten more recognition is a supporting actor is Martin Landau, for his Platoon. Finally, best picture is not only the biggest commentary in itself. I am going to try to think performance as a man torn between murder as the Academy would and chose this year's and his conscience in Crimes and Misde- category, but also the toughest to predict. meanors. Since he played the lead and is under Essentially, it is between Born on the Fourth winners. Best Score is a very difficult category this the best supporting actor category, he is a shoe of July, Driving Miss Daisy, and Field of year. In the past, John Williams, composer of in. The same technique worked for Geena Dreams. Of the three, my prediction for the the theme from Star Wars and many others, is Davis, who had the lead in The Accidental best picture is Field of Dreams. Even though it came out in the summer and may not be fresh a tough competitor with the score from Born Tourist. The catagory for best actress is also an in the Academy's mind, it has comedy, drama, on the Fourth of July. But, my prediction for the best score has got to be The Little Mer- easy one to predict. My prediction for best and a bit of Hollywood magic. Thinking like the Academy is not an easy maid. Don't let the title fool you! It has the actress is Jessica Tandy. She will win mainly most variety out of all the scores, ranging from because she's contributed tremendous per- task. It's like asking a Democrat to think like a Jamaican rythm to a full orchestra. Also, it formances in the business so long that it' s time a Republican. But what can you expect from^^ they honor her. It is Uke when Paul Newman an organization that has the singing duet o f ^ B has music for all ages. Snow White and Rob Lowe as an opening^^ Special effects, a usually small category, won for The Color of Money. is quite competitive this year with Back to the The catagory for best actor is much harder number, and at the same time, overlooks the Future II and The Adventures of Baron to predict. Robin WilUams, even though he many talents of S le ve Martin? To say the least, Munchhausen, for example. But because of has the quickest wit in show business today, the Academy is set in its ways, but that's the quality of the underwater footage. The mWnotmnheslSiCtOTfoT Dead Poet's Societyshowbiz!
A restored Faith There may be some hope by Kris Floeter A bad snowstorm had hit Park Ridge on a cold and windy Thursday night. Friday morning people were up early shoveling, cars would not start, and driving was awful. As I cautiously made my way up the driveway of Maine South, toward the "Jock-lot", I saw a man sitting in his car desperately Drying to get out of a snowdrift. As I got closer, I saw two Maine South students attempting to help the man. As I passed the car, I couldn't help but smile and realize that there actually were unselfish kids that go to this school, when, at one time, I thought there were none at all. A while back, during V-Show, a friend of mine and a few other girls had their purses stolen. Now that made me mad. Not because they took the purses, rummaged through them
for the valuables, and threw them in the nearest trash can, but because I realized how rude and uncaring some people are in this school. My feeling was, noone really cared what the other person thought. People were rude to others and everyone was in everyone's way. People were superficial. National Excellence Award! HA! (Great feeUng, huh?) Well, now I'm glad to say my faith is restored in this school, as well as in the kids that attend it. As for the man in the car, I don't know if those two students knew that man or not. Somehow, that doesn't seem important. But what I do know, is that on a cold, windy Friday morning, two people helped someone that needed help. What they don't know is that they also helped me. Thanks!
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.Driver's license: Free inside box! by Matt Krause In the months preceeding the issuance of my drivers license, as mostotherpeople, I was aniicipating fun and exciting times behind the wheel. Well, for driving for almost six months, I can honestly say that only the latter applies to most of my experiences. Sure, driving can quite often be fun, but the best aspect of the pri veledge by far is the freedom. Before receiving my license, I was forced to stay within the Park Ridge limits, walk for miles, or find many upperclassmen friends. There was a definite feeling of immobility as compared to the power felt by holding that plastic card, not to mention all of the underclassmen I've met. As for the fun aspect of driving, I am somewhat dissappointed. I would have never guessed that there are so many senseless, careless, and downright crazy people on the roads today, and unfortunately, one is often
forced to deal with them. For example, I would need two hands to count how many times I've seen someone take a left turn from the right lane-on Touhy! I would love to find out exactly how many functioning brain cells these people have, which I'm sure I can count on ONE hand. Seriously, I want to know desperately what happens inside their heads, besides dusistorms. Do these people realize that they are endangering themselves and those in cars around him? Do they reahze that this is somewhat illegal? Do they realize that maybe there are other cars on the street? I seriously doubt it, and am quite disturbed by what I've seen. This brings up the possibihty that either they have actually received their license from ihe latest "Lucky Charms" box, or, more realistically, that the state driving test and testers may be a bit too lenient. From what I can see.
A musical Spring Break For this year's Spring Break, members of the Concert Orchestra and Concert Choir of |Maine South will have the opportunity to "u-avel to Toronto, Canado for the chance to compete in the Toronto International Music Festival. Departure will be tomorrow morning, and they are expected back the following Wednesday. Here are a few of the many responses of the soon-to-be travelers to the question of what one's thoughts are concerning the trip:
as long as one can drive under twenty on a sidestreet, park (preferably near the curb), and flip on the turn signal for the tester, there's no question that that person can now drive down the Tri-State at sixty-five! Unfortunately, some people show the ability to be a safe driver for the test, and the next thing you know, they're the ones that turn left from the right lane! I have known a few people who drive as if they had one day to live, and at the rate they're going, they will! No matter how many cars they've collided with, even police cars, they still don't dwell on the possibility of it happening again. What is there to do, you ask? Nothing. If these people perform perfectly for the driving instructor, there is absolutely no telling what they may do the next week. I think it would be a good idea to make the requirements and test a little more challenging to the driver and to ensure safer roads in the future.
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steroid pains not worth the muscle gains by Chans Runnels
They have made people feel good about themselves. They have improved people's appearance. But they have also might have some connection with major heart diseases, high cholesterol levels, impotence, and many other physical problems, not to mention the severe phychological trauma one might go through because of them. But just who or what is "them"? "Them." is STEROIDS. Everyone has heard of them, and many of the kids in this school could name at least one person they know who is on steroids. But not many people know the full extent of the major problems revolving around this drug.
"If you want to take steriods, you're going to look like Tarzan and function like Jane." Last Wednesday, Dr. L. McLain, current medical director of the Parkside Medicine Center and director of the Ambulatory Pediatrics Center, both of which are located in Lutheran General Hospital, spoke at Southfest to inform students about harmful sideeffects, current legislation, and individual stories concerning steroids. Anabolic steroids, first used in WWII to make the soldiers of the German army more aggressive, are derivitives of the male hormone testosterone. When taken, they have a masculinizing effect. The number one reason why people take steroids is because they think that the steroids will help them either look better or perform better at a given sport. Dr. McLain agreed that "with good nutritional intake and a significant weightlifting program, they [steroids] can increase body weight and lean body mass, and they do cause an increase in strength," but he also stated that "there is no conclusive scientific evidence that anabolic steroids aid or hinder athletic performance."
Many became aware of the widespread use of steroids in public sporting events when, in 1988, Canadian sprinter Ben Johnson won the Olympic gold medal for the 100 yd. dash, but later had to forfeit his win due to the positive testing of steroids in his bloodstream. Commenting on a rather impressive slide of Johnson at the start of his famous race. Dr. McLain said "I don't care what genetics you're bom with or how well defined your muscles are, there's no way you can get that kind of muscle development [without using steroids]." One of the severe effects of steroid use is that it may increase tremendously one's chance of developing some sort of cardiac problem. Dr. McLain cited many-an-instance of professional football players that are now not even able to run on a treadmill for three minutes at low speed due to their severe heart problems. Some of them must even resort to heart transplants in order to survive. "We're becoming in the medical profession very suspicious that there's a direct cause relationship between [steroids] and heart disease," stated Dr. McLain. "There are many cases now of heart disease in young, healthy people, and there appears to be an association with anabolic steroids." Effects of steroid use are very severe. In females, common side effects include deepening of the voice, increased facial hair, increased aggressiveness, and menstrual irregularities. Other adverse effects for males and females alike include liver tumors, hepatitis, increased blood pressure, decreased libido (interest in sex), severe acne, breast enlargement, and for males, testicular atrophy and impotence. As Dr. McLain simply stated, "if you want to take steroids, you're going to look like Tarzan and fuction like Jane, so I hope you get the message." Sudents were told about two male friends that both took steroids by means of injection. One was married with children, and one was single. They took steroids. They shared needles and syringes. Unfortunately, the married man did not know that his single friend was a homosexual, and neither of them knew at the time the needles were shared that this man was carrying the HIV virus. Through contaminated needles and syringes, the man transmitted AIDS to his friend, who will surely pass this disease on to his wife. These people's lives are now completely ruined due to the desire of the two men to improve their
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like Maine South that dealt with steroid use. With the student population just over 2,000, he found out that 4.4% of them were taking steroids. That means that one out of every 25 students in the school and one out of every 16 males was on steroids. And these numbers indicate sports and non-sports people, male and female alike. This survey also indicatedfromwhere the kids got their steroids. Along with a high percentage being from friends, many students surprisingly got their steroids from physicians and coaches. But that will now change, because, as Dr.McLain pointed out, legislation has recently been passed concerning steroids. "It is now against the law for a physician [to write a prescription for steroids]...and it is now against the law to be in posession of more than 150 tablets of anabolic steroids. It's a misdemeanor. The second lime you're caught, it's a felony." When asked why he thought people would take steroids if they knew the harmful effects, Dr. McLain agreed with many others by saying "most adolescent and young people think they're indestructable and these things that will happen to other people won't happen to them. It's denial."
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appearance and strenth through the use of anabolic steroids. Along with the physical effects, steroids can also cause severe phychological difficulties. One can become mentally addicted to anabolic steroids just as one would become addicted to caffeine or cocaine. Steroids also
cause severe aggression and major mood swings. After stating these many gruesome facts to the various students he was talking to. Dr. McLain said "I'm not trying to scare you, I'm jus t try ing to imform you," And inform he did. Along with a fellow colleague. Dr. McLain took a survey in a Chicago area school much
"There is no conclusive scientific evidence that anabolic steroids aid or hinder athletic # • performance."
Dr. McLain is the team doctor for the Oak Park High School football team, and through that experience and his everyday experiences being a physician, he counsels many young men and women about their steroid use. "I do not try to be judgemental," Dr. McLain said referring to his counseling of steroid users. "I u-y and convince them to get off the steroids, but if they say 'Will you follow me and monitor my cholesterol and monitor my blood pressure,' that puts us [physicians] in a very difficult ethical dilemma. It's a topic of debate...if we follow them, aren't we in fact condoning the use?" Along with the physical and emotional aspects of steroid use, there is also this angle in terms of moral and ethical standards. Viewed in this way. Dr. McLain stated rather tersely that "It's cheating. There's an ethical side to this. It IS cheating." With the rather recent explosion of debate concerning random and/or mandatory drug testing for members of high school sport's teams, many different views have been formed on the subject, including that of Dr. McLain. "I have one opinion as a physician and another as a parent and a citizen. First of all, there's some real practicality; drug testing for
anabolic steroids is very expensive—$130 a test. Not many schools are willing to pay that. Secondly, we get into therightsissue; does the school have any right to test a student...why not test the teachers, also? Are we testing for the wrong drugs? These [steroids] are hannful drugs. But there are others—the su-eet drugs—what about those?" Different experts have their own opinions on the reasons for rampant steroid use, especially in high schools, but Dr. McLain believes that "education is a significant component that is lacking."
"These people's lives are now completely ruined due to the desire of the two men to improve their appearance and strength through the use of anabolic steroids."
The question of drug testing is not so easy to answer by just paying for the expensive tests. As Dr. McLain stated, "What do you do if a kid tests positive? What's the penalty?" These issues have not been debated in great detail, at least in terms of public knowledge, but they are quickly becoming questions of great importance. With steroid use being a fairly new problem, these are questions that are currently unanswered due to the fact that long-term effects are not yet known and the compilation of years of in-depth observational research does not yet exist. Dr. McLain concluded his presentation to the students attending his session at Southfest with the comment that the question of steroid use and drug testing is one "that will probably become much more pertinent in the next few years. I don't have any answers, but I have a lot of concerns."
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Coaches and parents discuss problems Participating in a sport means many things; practicing, keeping in shape, team commitments, and the Athletic/ Parent Meeting. The Spring Sports Athletic/ Parent Meeting held on Wednesday, March 21st was the seasonal meeting for athletes to explain the IHSA (Illinois High School Association) eligibility rules along with outlining school policies. The purpose of the meeting was, according to Mr. Ken Reese, Director of Student Personal Services, "It draws all the athletes together and it allows the school to outline rules and regulations of drug usage." Because the IHSA rules and regulations are rather lengthy and complicated, it is necessary for the administration to explain them. By getting the athletes and their parents to-
gether with the coaching staffs, this understanding is acheived. "This guarentees thai all families understand what the policies are and what the steps are as far as procedure and penalties," said Mr. Reese. "It is not just a drug meeting," said Mr. James Rees, Athletic Director, "it's a chance for the athletes and parents to meet with coaches; a chance to communicate." "It's a chance to give some information on drugs and alcohol geared specifically toward athletes," said Mr. Rees. But there are other IHSA regulations to expain besides those pertaining to drug usage; attendance, scholastic standing, residence, transfers, participation limitations, age, use of players, playing under a false name, physical examination amateur status, recruiting of athletes, school
team sports seasons, playing in non-school competition, all-star pitrticipation, coaching schools, and misbehavior during contests. An example of one of these confusing policies; if you are absent from school for ten consecutive days you will be ineligible for the rest of the semester, and if you are so absent, and become ineligible, you may not appear at a game in your team uniform. The Athletic/Parent meeting's pupose is to explain such policies to the player and his or her parents. "It has a positive effect on everyone involved. It (the meeting) was an important step," said Mr. Reese. Mr. Rees concured, "(The success) is hard to measure, but even if it helps a little, it's worth the time."
New members inducted into honorary society The National Honor Society has akeady inducted its seventy new members in an induction ceremony the night of Tuesday, March 20. The NHS is an organization sponsored by history teacher, Mrs. Canova, honoring academic achievers, and to become a member, the student must be an upperclassman with a 3.5 cumulative GPA. Potential candidates who met this requirement were given information about additional requirements at a meeting in February. Applicants had to submit an eligibility application to show their service and leadership in the community and Maine South. The applications were then assessed by faculty members, who judged the students on their character and general attitude in and out of school. The students accepted into the society
were notified on March 8, and were inducted twelve days later. Besides becoming honored scholars, the National Honor Society members are required to be involved in tutoring students who are having particular difficulties in class. Hence, members are role models to younger students who appreciate the help. The seventy new students inducted are: Brandon Bowen, Julie Lomax, Michael McGarry, Lara Assaf, Jeanne Auer, Rebecca Bahnsen, Douglas Beaumont, Derek Bengston, Catherine Bilson, Karen Bott, Brady Bowen, Julie Brumm, Maria Canfora, Janet Carlino, Katherine Carlson, Jennifer Cicinelli, Kerrin Denham, Aaron Duda, Eric Eichin, Elizabeth Eicker, Colleen Gill, Elizabeth Gorski, Jennifer Green, David Hartwig, Andrew Hovland, Jill Howard, Kenneth Hriensaitong, Karin Hynes, Jason Ichen, Brian
James, Melissa Kinder, John Kirpanos, Athena Kotsanis, Katherine Kougias, Matthew Krause, Natalie Kuehn, Lisa Lanzafame, Thomas Lin, Greta Malten, Sosamma Mammen, Dawn Mc Kenna, Margaret Metzinger, Mary Michael, Stephanie Mullen, Nathan Myers, Lauren Ofenloch,^"^ Angela Papassavas, Alison Pease, Laura Pot- ^^ ler, Jean Powers, Michael Robinson, James Rushford, David Saavedra, James Saisakorn, Julie Sebastian, Hyun Hye Shin, Joanna Siciliano, Kristi Sigg, Tera Siwicki, Annette Siwiec, Robert Solak, Christine Sorquist, Christopher Sosnowski, Richard Sroka, Karen Steele, Michael Szwed, Albert Tseng, Jacqueline Urquhart, Laura Waclawik, Katherine Wasiak, Susan Wiatr, Kimberly Wiederer, Christine Wilkas, Lynn Wysoglad, Margaret Zimmermann.
February students of the month recognized Congratulations to February's Students of the Month: Physical Education- Pat Loukas, Richard Bira, Julie Brumm, Jennifer Bunzoc, Luis Bustillo, Clinton Faldetta, Kathleen Kuzmenko, Brian Mundt, Linda Riordan. Computers/Business- Crissi Von Bergen, Kathy Michal, Sae Tsukahara, Beth O'Connell, Deborah Chan, Michelle Cole, Matt Hirschenbein, Angelo Rago. Fine Arts- Mary Moore, Cynthia Krefft, Gerald D. Scafa. Art/Photo- Renata Kesala, Bob Griffith, Kristen Lorenz, Nathan Hultman, Mark Stoga. Social Science- Catherine A. Colucci, Joseph Curcio, Francis Frigo, Darren
Modzelewski, Graham Salemme, Michael Szwed, Albert Tseng. Math-Scott Schwemin, John Bringas, Christine Fichtel, Mindy Edidin, Renee Siwiec, Julie Lomax, Imran Siddiqui, Julie Champion, Jo Roames, Karen Rolsing, John An to. Health- Elizabeth Meyer. Science- Elizabeth Steinfels, Ryan McCormick, Brian Dahl, Mike Brudzinski, Ted Pappas, Kristi Sigg, Ann DeJuho, Matt Kadzie, Margaret Metzinger, Maria Canfora, Kristen Reardon, Daniel Schaefer, Ryan Sargis, Michael Nelson. Home Economics- Kari Detloff, Timothy Gatz, Sarah Keams, Stevo Kotur, Nina Koulogeorge, Kristin Reardon.
Foreign Language- Karen Bott, Michael Brudzinski, Joseph Curcio, Nathan Hultman, Mike Kosn-zewa, Caroline Miceli, Imran Siddiqui, Paul Signorino. English- Tim Biedron, Carolyn Bilson, Ryone Bimei-Visscher, Daniel Chan, Michelle Collet, Kristina DeCleene, Kris Gableson, Melanie Keller, Kathleen McGuire, Darren Modzelewski, Joseph Pintz, Kathryn Sieger, Bridget Valasek, Anastasios Vlachogiannis, Grant Vreuls, Esther Cardenas, Kristen Brorak. Drivers Ed- Imran Siddiqui, Suzanne Auge, Mike Palac, James Neswal. Indusu-ial Ed- Christopher Babula, Michael Forte, Dawn Julitz, Jason Metz, Lisa Heyden,
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Hawks look back on fine season
Although many believed this was to be a rebuilding year for the boys' varsity basketball team, the Hawks had afineseason. With only three seniors returning, Paul Repak, Bill Vrbancic, and Mike Kallas, coach George Verber decided to bring up four sophomores to the varsity level. All of them played important roles in helping the team to an overall ISIS record and a 5-5 conference record. Memorable games included the first place finish in the Thanksgiving Tournament, the consolation championship of the 16-team Wheeling Christmas Tournament, and the last second victories over Hersey and New Trier. To the team, however, the most important victory was the exciting overtime defeat of rival Maine West to win the regional championship. Throughout the season, the Hawks continued to improve. "The key to the improvement
was the ability of each player to play as a team and not as individuals," coach Verber explained. Whether it was by holding the ball to slow up the pace or full-court pressure to pick up the pace, the Hawks did whatever it took to win each ball game. The MVP this year was given to Bill Vrbancic, while Paul Repak was honored captain. Vrbancic also made the all-conference team for the second straight year, and Repak was named all-conference honorable mention. With several returning varsity members, including three lettermen. Bill Schmitz, Jim Rushford, and sophomore Roy Johnson, the outlook for next season appears promising. Coach Verber concluded, "The 1989-90 squad was one of the youngest teams I have ever coached. The team also improved as much as any team I have coached."
Runners strive to be 'unstoppable' The boys' varsity track and field team recently encountered their first invitational of the year at Wheeling. Out of the ten teams that participated, Maine South took a disappointingfifthplace. However, the Hawks fell short of fourth place finisher Glenbrook South by only three and a half points. Some of the Hawks performed very well against the tough competition. Jeff Beaumont earned "athlete of the meet" honors for his fourth place finishes in both the iwo-mile relay and one-mile relay, and his third place finish in the quarter-mile run. The other Hawks who also put in impressive performances included: senior Todd
Lilleberg, who place third in the half-mile, fourth in the one-mile relay, and fourth in the two-mile relay; senior Brian Fennelly, who placed third in the shot-put; junior Pete Gayford, who captured 4th in the two-mile relay; and juniors Tom Matson and Mike Szwed, who won fourth place in the mile relay. Although the Hawks were disappointed with their performance, varsity member Brian James still remained positive. "When we all . 4 put our best effort in, we are unstoppable." The Hawks will now look forward to their outdoor season, which begins on Wednesday, April 4. The Hawks will face Elmwood Park Senior Mike Kallas was one of the reasons for the Hawlis' success on tiie court this season. and Maine East at home.
Girls' track team prepared for start of outdoor season The girls track team is winning the battle of numbers in the final weeks of their indoor season. The Hawks recently competed in two big invitaUonals; the co-ed Wildcat Relays held at WheeUng High School, and the Buffalo Grove Invitational. They placed fifth and third respectively. At the Wildcat Relays, junior Sue Pawlick was named "athlete of the meet" for her fourth
place finish in the 55m hurdles and for her lead leg of the mile relay which finished third. Other members of the relay team were Melissa Ponticelli, Mary Michal, and Rachel Kelleher. The two mile relay team also finished third in their event, and junior Stacey Sasso and sophomore Sara Wanat were two of the medaUsts in thefieldevents.
At the Buffalo Grove Invitational the team placed third, and each member of the team won a medal. Dana Cameron was named "athlete of the meet" for running well in the 50yd. dash, and in the 4-lap relay. The girls' U-ack team will now focus on the outdoor season, and will begin that season after spring break.
Returning tennis talent points to promising season After a disappointing performance in conference by the varstiy tennis team last year, the Hawks still remain optimistic for a conference championship this year. Returning varsity members Bob Zumph, Peter Berka, Tom Lin, and Mike Lesnewski should continue to make up the core of the team. Zumph and Berka will balUe it out for the # 1 and #2 singles positions, while Lin and Lesnewski look toward qualify-
ing for state in #1 doubles. Other returning varsity members include seniors Alex Keenan, Pete Lee, John Overby, Craig Drogosz, and Tim Connor. With the new additions this year, the Hawks should be stocked with youth and talent. Juniors David Hartwig, Steve Waden, Ed Kaleta, and Mike Robinson will be hoping to contribute, as well as additional sophomores and possible fresh-
men (to be named later). To sum up, the Hawks are looking towards a bright future, beginning this season. Bob Zumph added, "We are hoping for a promising season. At least four or five players should qualify for state this year." The varsity Hawks' first meet will be at home versus Notre Dame on Wednesday, April 4.
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Hawkettes defend state championship For the second year in a row, the Maine South Hawkettes are the state champions in both the kick category, and the drill team show category. This is the fifth time the Hawkettes have earned top honors in state competition, making them the owners of the most state championships at Maine South. Their other state victories came in 1980, '86, '88, and in 1989. "They work hard and are very dedicated. They practice at home, and they really want to win," said sponsor Miss Barbara Bobrich. The competition was held March 10th, at Thomwood High School in South Holland, IL. The Hawkettes competed along with 50 other schools. The success of the Hawkettes is can be accredited to one person, Miss Bobrich. She has recently been honored by being inducted into the IDTA (Illinois Drill Team Association) Hall Of Fame. Miss Bobrich, who serves as the IDTA Treasurer has brought recognition to Maine South with her contributions to IDTA. Maine South is known throughout the state because of the Hawkettes, and Miss "I'm hoping that we (Maine South) can Bobrich's efforts. host a one day clinic here at Maine South to
show off our school to the rest of the state. said Miss Bobrich.
Young gymnastics team improving Though the Maine South gymnastics team will not be earning any state titles this year, the Hawks will be looking forward to the upcoming season. The young varsity team is lead by junior all-arounder Mike Morandi. The rest of the team is comprised of seniors Jim Rogers and Thad Bringas, juniors Andre Abreu, Pat Capellani, Brian Colunan, Albert Tseng, and Joe Witcraft, and sophomores Joe Pinz, Jeff Pasala, Chris Dynneson, and Carl Sleinke. Although the varsity's team record is slightly imperfect, its scores have been improving. The Hawks began their season at home against Highland Park, where they were edged out by only four points with a score of 86.4 to 90.4. In their next meet at Elgin Larkin, the Hawks were beaten once again 83.5 to 94.8. Although they lost to Maine East, the varsity team showed a marked improvement, scoring 94.6 points. In their most recent meet, the Hawks lost once again by the score of 93.7 to 106.4. Individual scores have shown much improvement as well. High scores for the season up to this point are Morandi with a 7.3 on floor, Tseng with a 6.8 on pommel horse, Sieinke with a 5.2 on rings, Dynneson on vault with an 8.2, Morandi with a 5.8 on parallel bars and a 5.1 on high bar. The Hawks will have a chance to improve their record against .lunior Steve Berg performs his routine on the parallel ba^^ m a recent meet. Niles West this Tuesday.