Vol 28 issue 1

\'olume 28, i'^sue 1 August 28,1991

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MaiiU' South High School

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High School: a cure for cancer

by Brenda Saavedra The warmth from the celestial sun bathes your perfectly bronzed body, as you loll on the fine white sand beach, or more likely on a lounge chair in your backyard, contently luxuriating in the knowledge that Maine South and everything and everyone affiliated with it are a million eons away.

Or three months. "THREE MONTHS?", you say. "It couldn't have been THREE MONTHS...THREEE MONTHS is long enough to...TO HAVE A BABY!" (Where were you during health?") Nevertheless, the carefree, school-free and therefore headacheteacherstresstesthomework-free months of summer did seem to creep up on you. A comment often heard floating around being, "I can't believe summer is actually over...Where did those three months go?"

So let's take a moment to reflect upon how you consumed those valuable three months.

Although some of you may have participated in the AFS Exchange program, learned a foreign language, met inriguing people, and had an overall culturally enriching experience; some may have practiced ten hours a day on the tennis courts and are ready to win the state championship; and some may have joyfully discovered the two-hundred and eighty third way to prove the pythagorean theorem; but you probably didn't. You probably spent your summer sleeping until noon every day (except for that one day when Oprah was interviewing gay couples), working on your tan, going to the Pickwick, hanging out at TCBY and hanging out period.

But now you're back in school. That terrifying building that holds savages disguised as teachers who've spent all summer anticipating September when they could make your life a living hell. You don't want to be here, so you groan and grumble and grunt and cry about it. I know, I've heard you and even I've groaned and grumbled and grunted and cried. But no solace is ever found in complaining; we're already here, so let's make the best of it.

School really isn't all that bad. If you didn't go to school, where would you get to enjoy our cafeteria's fine cuisine? Where would you get to hear that guy in homeroom whistle without moving his lips? Where would you get a copy of SOUTHWORDS???

But seriously, here at Maine South, you will get something more important than a San Tropez tan; an education. The knowledge that you acquire in school is invaluable. And if that's not enough to motivate you to eagerly jump out of bed every morning, get this.

school can he fun. As your teachers have probably akeady assigned you way too much homework, you're probably a little skeptical.

Wipe that incredulous look off your face, probe into your memory of last year, admit it, you had fun. Sure, you had too much homework, too many tests, and saw too many shdes, but there were a few reveling moments.

Maybe being in school isn't as bad as you think. It beats watching gay couples whine about not being able to get married, doesn' t it?

On second thought, don't answer that. In any case, we're in for the long haul, so let's make the best of it. Anyway, too much sun causes skin cancer.

Helpful hints for life at South

yourself when something bad happens to you.

by Imran Siddiqui Summer's over, and most of us have noth- Whether you just found out that you have ing to show for it other than a bad sun-tan and Satan's son as a teacher, or if you just tripped an empty mind. Well, help is here, young men in the halls spilling your books in front of all and ladies, and do you know how to spell your friends, don't worry about it. Besides, the worrying doesn't help much, and things help? S-C-H-O-O-L. Oh, come on now! Stop your incessant always turn out better than you thought they whining and face reality; school is back, and were. it's here to stay. Whether you hke it or not, you 3. Don' t blow things off because you "have have to spend a majority of the next nine no time". First of all, time is not yours to have, months in these hallowed (and hollow) halls, so that statement is irrelevant. Second, and so w hy not make it an enjoyable stay? Here are more importantly, if you hear about somesome official tips on how to make life at thing, whether it be a club, a sport, or some Maine South a bit better. other kind of activity, get curious about it.

1. For all of you freshmen, don't mind the Find out more about the activity, and only penny-throwing upperclassmen; after all, it's after learning about it should you make a just a sign of their ill-placed affection. (It's decision regarding your participation in that also the first law of Keynsian Economics - activity. Maine South is full of different acThrow money at the problem and hope it' 11 go tivities to participate in, and odds are, you'll away). be partially interested in at least a few of them.

2. Bad things always happen, so don't kill So go out and enjoy yourself in some extracurcontinued on page 6

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Hawk Pride: it's in the way you use it

by Jim Lonergan The start of a new year. The Class of 1992.

Twenty years ago, I was starting my sophomore year at Maine South. (Ouch! It can't be that long ago?) Ten years ago, I was starting my first year of teaching at Maine South.

Today, I'm opening the Writing Lab at Maine East for the third time. So, why is a teacher from Maine East writing about Hawk Pride?

Because, no matter where I'm teaching, I am a Hawk. You may recognize me from coaching volleyball and track at South. You may have heard me announcing the boys' basketball games. You may remember me playing the harmonica and "singing" about Hawk Pride at last year's Homecoming Assembly.

Why do I do these things at South when I teach at East? Because I have Hawk Pride.

I have taught at Maine North, Maine West, and Maine East. Each of these schools have their strengths, but there is something unique about Maine South. It is a spirit, a feeling, a heart, a tone, a climate. It is pride. Hawk Pride.

At South, there is the tendency towards excellence. At South the standards are set that other schools dream of achieving.

Examples surround you every day in academics, fine arts, technical arts, and athletics.

But I'm not talking about championship teams, recognized performances or academic contests. I am talking about what happens

every day in every classroom, gym, and music room. It happens in the library, the labs, and the fimess center. It even happens in the halls and cafeteria.

It is a commitment, not just to your segment of Maine South, but to the entire school it is thinking about the school, the class, the performance, the team BEFORE you think about yourself. It is selfless. It is the little things, the almost unconscious things that you do. That is Hawk Pride at its purest. It is picking up your tray in the cafeteria. It is apologizing when you bump into someone in the halls. It is holding a door for someone. It is helping someout out with chemistry, or math, or English, or Accounting. It is staying late at practice to put in a little extra work. It is putting yourself second so that others and Maine South will benefit first. It is respect. It is decency.

You don't do these things to get patted on the back. You don't do these things to get the individual attention and "glory". You do these things because you know they are the right things to do. You do these things because, if you don't make South great, who will? If you don't make today a good day, who will? You do these things because you know it is what is expected of you. You do these things because you have Hawk Pride.

I get angry when I see students and staff thinking of themselves first. I get angry when

an individual or a single event or program becomes more important than the general good. I get angry when someone looks for the "easy" or "quick" way. That is egotism. That is vanity. That is selfishness. That is NOT Hawk Pride.

I may teach at East, but it's my Hawk Pride that motivates me to make the Writing Lab a comfortable place to learn. It's the coach in me that wants to see a Hawk victory in every contest. But it's my Hawk Pride that reminds me that we are no better than our opponents, and that they deserve our respect. It is my Hawk Pride that causes that empty feeling when I've cut some comers to just get a job done; when I haven't given a task my best effort.

I teach at East. You are at South everyday.

I can't give you Hawk Pride. I don't need to.

You have it right now. It's up to you to nurture it. It's up to you to make it strong. Hawk Pride is strong. Hawk Pride is contagious. The more you demonstrate your Hawk Pride, the more you'll get back.

The start of a new school year is like New Year's Eve. It's a time for resolutions. Making everday worthwhile is Hawk Pride. As you vow to make this year your best, look for the opportunities to do the "little things".

Look for the opportunities to make every day a good day. Look for the opportunities to proclaim your Hawk Pride.

What you don't learn at freshman orientation

by Nale Uultman Well, here we are, back at good old Maine South (or, in the case of the freshmen, here we are at this disturbing new modem educational facility called Maine South). Time for (hooray!) tests, homework, late study sessions, and very fun long-term projects. Time for sports, plays, concerts, new opportunities. Make of it what you will. Freshmen, because you are rather new to this, and because we at Southwords want to facilitate your acclimation to this thing called high school, here are a few words of wisdom , compliments of your wise commentators. Perhaps call it a Southwords Top Ten Pieces of Advice to Freshmen from Upperclassmen (Who Know Everything)" 10. The English teachers are probably more afraid of you than you are of them; DO NOT LET THEM SCARE YOU. 9. When you discover that the chairs in the writing lab EHD, in fact, go up and down, try to contain your excitement so as

not to disturb the scholars avidly studying in the new Library.

8. There are approximately 380 tiles on theaverageA-wingclassroomceiling. Do not bother wasting your time counting them; waste your time in more creative ways.

7. The A-wing is in the forest across Dee Road.

6. If some large, muscle-bound senior chastises your freshman stature, earn his respect by insulting his mother and kicking him hard in the shin.

5. NEVER eat or drink in the halls; there is an undercover Maine South Task Force operating in conjunction with the C.I.A., K.G.B., Mossad, and, worst of all.

Park Ridge Police; one false candy wrapper, one faulty swig, and POW! you're history, pal.

4. A cool way to get in good with next year's chemistry teacher is to pretend that you spilled 5M hydrochloric acid in your eyes and then after the teacher gets really

worried and the class starts running about in maddened frenzy, say, "HA HA! Just kidding!"

3. Colleges really like it when you take less than two solids per semester; lounge skills are especially appreciated. Thus, try to weight your schedule heavily in these aspects.

2. Never, ever criticize the new Library.

1. And, most importantly, never, never, neverbelieveaSouthwords commentator.

Of course, this last point leads to a logical paradox. One might say to oneself, "Hey—if this guy says not to believe him, is he lying or telling the truth? If he's telling the truth, then I shouldn't believe him, but if I shouldn't believe him, then the whole statement is invalidated and I should believe him. Intriguing!" Well, my beloved freshmen, you now face your first true challenge: do you, or do you not believe your friendly Southwards commentator? The choice is yours.

Extra-curricular activiti^^ beckon to participants Drama

by Ann Conner Imagine it: there you are, up on the stage in front of hundreds of people, lights illuminating your every movement and facial expression, the audience hanging on your every thought. It really is the ultimate in mind control. For instance, have you ever lost yourself into a movie of a TV show so deeply that you are oblivious to all outside forces and occurances, even the string of drool hanging off your lower lip that has been undulating slowly in your breath for the past fifteen minutes?

This is the sort of control I speak of when you have the chance to present your amazing self on the stage of Maine South.Under the wise direction of Mr. John Muszynski, technical assistance of Mr. Pat Sanchez, musical supervision of Mr. Gorden McLean, and make-up aid of Mr. Richard Mastrolonardo, the Performing Arts department never fails to put on an exu-aordinary show. As a truly bonding experience, you will meet an entirely new group of people and make new friends through each production.

Stage Crew

by Ann Gartner Conversely, if you feel that acting is not your "cup of tea", fear not! There is yet another part of a production, one that is equally exciting and worthy ofamerryjig, yet lacking in such scary things as the fear of being laughed at when delivering your Dramatic Monologue and unpleasant Make-Up! What I'm talking about is STAGE CREW, a terrifically happy group which constructs and paints sets, illuminates the the stage with pretty colored lights, provides sound, makes pretty posters advertising the Cool Show, and smears makeup all over the actors' faces to make them look good in the pretty lighting.

Oh, it is another joyous happening that occurs in the Performing Arts Wing four times each year, with the Fall Play, the widely acclaimed Variety Show, the all-school play, and the extraordinarily popular SPRING MUSICAL.

Graffiti

by Nate Ilultman Graffiti is, contrary to the popular consensus, not only reckless writing scrawled across the Maine South bathroom walls, but also the wonderfully original literary magazine of Maine South, dedicated to the principles of

free speech. Of course, in the past, that boundary has possibly been blurred. Not this year, though. We welcome ANY and ALL poems, short stories, and artwork; we desperately need poems, short stories, and artwork. Just remember: THARE AIN'T NO SECH THANG AS BAD CRETIVE RIGHTING! Just call it poetic/artistic license and we'll give it a pretty fair trial by jury, as specified under the Sixth Amendment. Generally, two to four issues are produced per year, depending on the amount of submissions. We at Grafitti are also looking for a new name for our pubhcation. Because you DO make a difference, tell one of our editors or leave a note with your submission in V-130.

And they look good on your transcript importantly, our very own show in the spring.

This show allows Orchesis to perform a variety of dances choreographed by its members, as well as gives its members a time to grow closer to new friends. It takes very much hard work and dedication, but the rewards are well worth the effort.

Pep Council

by Alyssa Vassos Here is another Maine South activity to add to your growing list: Pep Council. Unfortunately, it is an activity you cannot participate in until your sophomore year. This is a group of mostly girls, about thirty in number that go around and decorate lockers and TP the homes of varsity soccer and football players.

Guys are free to join, but few do. (Guysimagine the girl to guy ratio on this club!) Pep Council's job is to rally support for our hard

Band

by Brad Haak Do you find yourself uncontrollably tapping your foot as you listen to music? If you do, band may be for you.

people. Italian Club is an excellent way to become acquainted with the rich language and culture of Italy. We meet several times during the year for breakfasts, fund raisers, parties, and a variety of enjoyable activities that make Italian fun. And all this for a pittance that can be paid in the bookstore. Anyway, Itahan Club is very worthwhile, aind I highly recommend it,

Ecoloqv Club Fi'ench Club w <0

by Lynn Lutzer

The most beneficial way to help the environment is to get involved. Thankfully, there is a group of dedicated students at Maine

Your handy-dandy guide to keeping busy at Maine Southi Here is a complete list of all of the clubs arid organizations at Maine South, excluding sports: -A.F.S. -Art Club -Brotherhood Society -Business Club -Chamber Orchestra -Cheerleaders -Child Care Occupations -Clwir Ensemble

Snowball

by Peggy Provis Snowball is an organization that deals directly with students. Small and large groups hold sessions to discuss problems and pressure involving drugs, alcohol, and peer pressure. Students become friends and support each other throughout the year. These friendships outlast the actual meetings.

Hawkettes

by Kristen Newton This competitive dance group is looking for dancers for theJ V squad. Sponsored by the Illinois Drill Team Association Hall of Famer, Miss Bobrich, the Hawkettes have captured the state titles in Kick and Drill Team Show for three consecutive years. Both the Varsity and J V squads perform at a number of competitions, football and basketball games, as well as for V-Show and Bandarama. JV tryouts will be held in early fall. Check the bulletin for further info.

-Class Councils -Cooperative Work Program -Distributive Education Club -Diversified Occupations -Ecology Club -Eyrie -First Aid Team -French Club -German Club -Graffiti ^Hawkeites

-Health Unlimited -HERO -Horseback Riding Club -Italian Club - Jazz Ensemble -Lr^HkllistoryJ^ety -Maine Historical Society -Marlin Swim Chd} -Malhlctcs ^ -Mu Alpha Theia -National Forensics League ___â&#x20AC;&#x201D;__,

working athletes. We hold the notorious "Win a Fish" booth at the Homecoming Carnival. In the spring, we nominate a Spirit King and Queen. The best part of our job is running around on Friday nights, throwing toilet paper into the trees. It is a lot of fun, unless you accidentally switch signs of toilet paper the wrong house. Also, the guys usually get stuck with cleaning up our artistic creations the next day. So, if you are ever driving around Park Ridge this fall and see a house covered in toilet paper, that was us proclaiming Hawk Pride for our sports teams.

Band consists of two parts: marching and concert. The marching band begins their rehearsals two weeks before school begins.

They then practice through the remainder of the fall, their hard work finally paying off at our home football games, and also at Homecoming.

In November, band members take off their marching shoes and begin rehearsing for their two big programs:The Winter Band concert, and the "Pops" concert, as the Concert band.

Those interested in either band or flags should see Mr. McLean for a try-ouL You must have first period open.

Orchesis

Italian Club

by Oksana Dudycz Orchesis, Maine South's dance group, is looking fora few good dancers. It is a wonderful opportunity to express a love of dance.

Tryouts are held in the beginning of the year Soon after, we start preparing our dance for the Homecoming parade. This is followed by a performance in the V-Show and than, most

-National Honor Society -Office Occupations -Orcliesis -Pep Council -Photography Club -President's Club -Quill and Scroll -Ham Radio Clidy -SA.DD. -Scholastic Bowl -Science Olvmpiad -Ski Club -Snowball

by Marc Mazzuca ^

"Questa cosa e una situacion molta brutta." ^'or those of you who regularly watch Saturday Night Live, this phrase might be very familiar. Butapartfrom that, and maybe some videotapes of The Godfather, most people know little, if anything, about the the Italian

has been a little unorganized in the past, with meetings being rare and on short notice, but we usually manage to get a booth together for the Homecoming Carnival. So if you are taking German, join German Club. Also, if you are not sure what language to take, take German because it as easy as Spanish anda whole lot of fun. Haben Sie einen gutcn Tag!

Sole Striders -Souihwords -Spanish Club -Speech Team -Swim Timers â&#x20AC;˘Thespian Society -Trackettes -Trainers' Club -Tri-M -Varsity Club (girls; -WMTH Radio -WMTH-n' -Wrestlereiles

South that have made a commiuncnt not only to the school, but also to the community that they will help and serve to protect our environment and the people in it. Led by Mr. Twardy, the Ecology Club is a group that has brought presents to sick children at hospitals, raise money to give to organizations that will help in preserving our environment, and became an active part in recycling and writing letters to senators in order to protect our rain forests, animals, and national resources. If you want to serve others, preserve outr world, and have fun. Ecology Club is a definite way to do so.

German Club

by Alyssa Vassos Many of the vast multitudes of the people at Maine South take Spanish, but for the small minority of yoiu- that ^2 take German, a Gerlaan Club does exist. Like most of the language clubs at South, we have breakfasts, go on field trips, sell candy, get free shirts and stuff, and sometimes give out scholarships. It

by bv Jenny Jennv Kostolansky Kostolanskv There is a group of people who eat chocolate on croissants every morning, talking about the day during liesurely breakfast.

These are the French. Then there are people who get to do this about once a month, seeing people they normally don't get a chance to see often. These are the French Club members.

Open to anyone who is interested, the French Club offers a fun way to get involved with all the great things that happen at Maine South, and you only have to pay a small fee at the Bookstore at the beginning of the year to join!

French Club offers great ham and cheese croissants, cheese omelettes, and lots of fromage (cheese) and French bread. There are also meetings for the officers to get together and discuss fund raisers for neat French Club activities such as last year's Moulin Rouge. So even if you aren't a member of the French speaking elite, French Club is a good way to meet people, especially if you are a freshman.

Not only does it offer a free (well, almost) breakfast, every six weeks or so, but also there is great French music.

Spanish Club

by Carolyn Chandler If you're a morning person, or even just a person who likes donuts, Spanish Club is your answer. By paying the small fee, you can join in the rip-roaring good time had by all in this club.

Spanish Club meets about once a month to discuss fundraisers and keep up on current club news. The group also joins in the Christmas party held by all the Language Clubs, which include Spanish, French, Italian, and German clubs. This provides a chance to perform in an act created by your club, as well as watch the acts created by others.

Near the end of the school year, Spanish Club has a fiesta at a Mexican or Spanish restaurant picked by the officers and the sponsor, Ms. DeGiorgio. This provides the final bash at the end of a fun-filled Spanish Club year.

News

Welcome Back to Maine South Recent Changes After last year's mulli-milUon dollar remodeling project, any changes to Maine South will obviously pale in comparison. But, nonetheless, there have been some alterations made over the summer that deserve mention.

You may, or may not, remember an allschool assembly last year, dealing with the asbestos abatement project at Maine South. It was originally intended to be a five-year plan which \Vould effectively remove all the asbestos from Maine South. Recently, the school board decided to slow down the process somewhat, due to budgetary concerns. Keep in mind, though, that all the asbestos at Maine South is encapsulated, and poses no major threat.

The sports facilities, on the other hand, were vastly improved over the summer break.

The Varsity baseball diamond was rebuilt and remodeled. The Freshmen field also saw improvements, with the cutting of a new infield.

The football team will now have a much better quality practice field after the re-seeding and other work that took place over the summer. Along with this, weight room faciUties were also expanded.

The indoor track team will see the greatest improvement, though. The entire fieldhouse floor was redone, with a new, and safer, track installed.

The most noticeable change, however, for the majority of the student body will be the addition of ceiling fans in the cafeteria. The fans will be in operation during warmer days, in order to divert some of the heat from the cafeteria.

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All in all, the changes are not nearly as numerous and far reaching as last year, but nonetheless, they are important.

Upcoming Events For those of you who are returning once again to the hallowed halls of Maine South or if you are entering this bastion of educational excellence for the first time, there are some upcoming events that you should be aware of.

Today, immediately after homeroom, the freshmen will follow an abbreviated bell schedule and become acquainted with each of their teachers and respective classes. At the end of the day, there is a Freshmen Assembly in the Gym. During this time, the freshmen can go around and talk with representatives from a variety of the clubs, sports and organizations within the school. The upperclassmen will be dismissed after homeroom.

On Wednesday, September 4th, at 7:30 P.M. in the Cafeteria, the Freshmen/New Parent Orientation will take place. This meeting is held every year to help both the parents and the incoming students to better acclimate themselves to Maine South.

For those involved in sports, the Athlete/ Parent Sports Assembly will be held on Wednesday, September 11th. This meeting will discuss the effects of drugs and alcohol, both on and off the playing field. Attendance at this meeting is mandatory for anyone to participate in any school-sponsored sport.

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Maine South hints, continued continued from page 2 ricular activities - it's a great way to meet new people, and you might actually end up doing something you actually enjoy.

4. Try not to prejudge people. Odds are, that "dumb jock" passing the football out there in the stadium has been in more accelerated courses than you imagined existed, and is probably on the High Honor Roll. So whatever you do, get to know people BEFORE making any judgements about them, and try not to insult too many people, it's bad for your health. (Believe me, I know!)

5. Last, but not least, remember the Golden Rule of Maine South - Beauracracies, Hierarchies, and Cockroaches exist. If you want to

get something done here, do it well ahead of schedule, just in case you run into any of the infamous M.S. red tape. If you're an underclassman, the words of upperclassmen are law (by virtue of their extended tenure here), and if you see a small critter running in the halls, don't throw pennies at it, odds are, it's a cockroach.

So follow these tips three times a day, and if your experience at Maine South doesn't improve over the next year, either you're doing something wrong, or my advice isn't worth the paper it's written on. Either way, you'll have a year of experience under your bell and you'll be amply prepared to make your own Ust.

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A preview of boys' fall sports Football Following a summer of double session practices, the Hawks varsity football team is physically ready for the upcoming season.

Under the direction of Coach Phil Hopkins, this year's football team is hoping to have another exciting season capped off by a place in the playoffs.

The offense this year will be led by senior quarterback Dan Lanno, who, with a group of very talented wide recievers hopes to take the Hawk offense to another level. The offense will also be strengthened by senior Jeff Conley and Doug Hinkle, who lead the ground attack of the Hawks behind the towering offense line including Matt Parks, Jay Fahrenback, Mike Ogered, Jim Neswold, and Jeff Killburg.

On the defensive end, the Hawks hope to fill the openings of such key players who graduated as Rich Stroka, Jamie Purcell, and Bill Shmidtz. Yet with players such as Brian Walsh, Nick Pappas, Pete Thomas, and Damen Federighi, the team should have no problems doing so.

With 19 returning lettermen, the Hawks will have no problems with experience. Although the team has a very difficult schedule, their speed, dedication, size, and experience all will aid them in repeating the accomplishments of last year's team.

Boys' soccer The Hawks varsity soccer team is looking forward to next year's season. Although suffering the loss of All-American Derek Niepomnik and a large squad of All-Conference players, the Hawks still have the power to be a strong contender in the state.

Last year's team, capturing third place in the conference, the regional championship, and moving on to the sectional championship game, is defmately a hard act to follow, yet this year's Hawk team is up for the challenge.

Coached by Steve Dezurko, this year's team of returning lettermen as well as first year players have the ability to duplicate if not belter last year's accomplishments.

In order to do so, the Hawks look to leadership from a large group of returning varsity members including Jack Sadleir, Karl Meland, Jay Wietecha, Jeff Martin, Dean Patras, Matt Williams, Jim Lin, and Paul Henderson.

Of course, if this Hawk team hopes to accomplish their high set goals, they must perform exceptionally well and up to their potential. With practice, determination, and execution on the field, the Hawks hope to bring home the state championship to Maine South.

Golf Following a disappointing 8-12 season and a fifth place finish in confernce, the varsity golf team defin it ely needs a boost. This boost will come from a small returning squad of lettermen as well as from a large group of first year varsity members. Led by Junior Jeremy Ichen, this year's team will be shooting for a strong season, an improved conference showing, and beyond to the State Championship.

To achieve such high goals, the Hawks, coached by Mr. Ross, look for leadership from returning varsity players Jeremy Ichen, Jordan Amos, Jared Jacobson, and Brad Johnson. Jeremy Ichen, the only returning Hawk to play in last year's regionals, placing thirteenth, and continueing on the sectionals, hopes to surpass his accomplishments of last year by venturing down to the State Championship.

Yet the Hawks season this year does not only depend on the returning players, but on a large group of talented juniors, led by sophmore conference winner Marc Mazzuca.

Other juniors include John Slenholt, Bob Griffith, Steve Johnson, Sean Knowles, and

Dave Blumberg.

Boys' x-country After a third place finish in conference last year, the Hawks again hope to place in the top half of the conference. Yet Coach Drennan admits that their finish this year will greatly depend on the summer work regiment of the varsity runners, who each have been asked to run five hundred miles over the break.

The Hawks will this year be led to their goals by senior runners Mike Palac, Mike Raida, Mark Wynne, Mike Weitzel, and Junior all-conference runner Andy Galleos. Also assisting to the Hawk's cause are Junior runner Pat Maloney and possibly Freshman conference winner Jamie Brammeir.

The frosh/soph team coached by Mr. Marino is also looking forward to this year's season. A group of very talented sophomores are returning from a team which captured a conference title and had a 7-0 dual meet record. These sophomores include Tom Rubio, ' Chuck Kaufman, Doug Hansen, Fred Czerwionka, Tony Mazzacano, Dave James, Jason Wynne, Sean McKenna, and Mark Williams.

Varsity head coach Drennan is very optimistic towards the coming season. "After a very productive outdoor track season, the team will definately be in the running for the conference title."

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Girls* fall season is under way volleyball The 1991 Maine South girls' volleyball team is looking towards a very promising season. Since last year's Hawks were stopped

by Maine West in the first round of regionals, this year's squad wants revenge! Even though the team is losing seven varsity seniors there are many returning varsity players such as

cross country

Caroline Hodur, Beth Schroeder, Sarah Wanat, Ann Zoellner, and Dorothy Gulik.

The team is also depending on last year's The 1991 girls' cross country season strong J V players to help them out. The varsity should be challenging. Since their 1990 seacoach, Ms. Sass, is hoping that her team will son ended before advancing to state due to bad go far. As usual New Treir and Evanston will times at sectionals, this year's team is ready to be a challenge to beat, but this year's team is go all the way. Coach Gabauer has outlined a up to it. few goals for the team: to win all dual meets, win the conference and regional titles, and to advance the entire team downstate. These are tough demands especially with the losses of Mary Michal, Karin Hynes, and Lauren Ofenloch, who have all graduated. With returning varsity members Susan Crawford, Andrea Armour, Katy Michal, Margie Wasiak, Liz Kuehn and others, the team should be able to handle the burden.

tennis

Hawk runners Kate Glarner, Kristine Kubica, Colleen Brennan, Margie Wasiak, Becky Moore, Nicole Roman, and Katy Michal are ready to sprint into another winning season.

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Wed. 8/28 Thu.8/29 Fri. 8130 Sat. 8/31 First dpntest—913 v\ Lane Tech (f/jpme) First (^ntest —9/3 v Lane Tech (^ome) First ^ntest — 9/6 v^ York (Away)^ Conant/Cr. Lk. SA'_3:30

Dfld/Ev SA'—3:30 Ley den F/S/V—11;00

Soccer Swimming

First \ontest — 9/6 \s Regina (Ho)(te)

Tennis

First konteSt—9/5 V NilesWest(fj(ome)

Voleyball

First Contest — 9/6 cit New Trier

contest

The 1991 Maine South girls' tennis team is looking great! Even though they lost six varsity seniors, the squad is looking for a successful season. The returning seniors Melissa Lentz, Patti Loukas, Elizabeth Meyer, Stephanie spinder, and Anna Uliassi are utlizing their talents to help out the team.

We must not overlook the ability of the Juniors, Vannessa Miller, Anita Bringas, Deborah Chan, and Sharon Tucker. Glenbrook South, Glenbrook North, and New Treir as always will be tough competitors. However, if they believe in themselves and set high goals their future looks bright!

Mo/f. 9/2

swimming The 1991 Maine South girls' swim team has a strenous season ahead of them. With losing seven varsity seniors, this is a young team. The 1991 team consists of seniors Sue S wanson, Cori Barker, and Nancy Green, and Juniors Jenny Myalls, Kate Reynolds, Caroline Bilson, and Chris Cassin. Also the JV squad has several promising swimmers. As always Evanston, New Treir, and Glenbrook South will be tough competitors. This only being Mr. Deger's second year coaching girls' swimming he has the team's expectations set high. Mr. Deger expressed a positive fecHng about his team, "With a fairly young team anything can happen!"