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Maine South to host College Fair ByToddPytel As some Maine South students look towards their graduation, they may also begin to plan ahead. But with the bewildering number ofcolleges looking for their applications, how do they know which one is right. Students have to consider a school's size, sports or extracurricular activities, location, and campus life in addition to its academic reputation.

The annual District 207 College Fair, held this year at Maine South, may help you find the school that is right for you. Though primarily for juniors and seniors, the fair is open to students of all years. The fair, to be held on Tuesday, September 21 from 7:00-9:00 P.M., will host representatives from 225 colleges and universities across the country. As in years past, each college will set up a booth in the spectator gym, cafeteria, or classroom where the prospective student can receive orochures and ask questions about colleges of 'their choice. The colleges attending the fair this year span the full range of schools from liberal arts to technical or vocational schools, from four year universities to two junior colleges. Ivy League schools will have booths as well as popular midwest schools, such as the University of Illinois, Notre Dame, and Northwestern.

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College Fair 1993 When: Tuesday, September 21 Where: Maine South Spectator Gym, cafeteria, and classrooms Time: 7:00 P.M.-9:00 P.M. What to bring: Questions, ideas of what you want, pen and paper What to take: Brochures and applications

ments and possible majors will be available of each booth. Students can sign up on a college's mailing list from the fair. There will also be two general presentations on financial aid options. In addition, alumni from some schools will be present to answer any questions from a student's perspective.

The college fair offers a wide variety of

choices. Students can come to clarify any questions about their favorite school, but with such a vast spectrum of choices, students may find something new as well. If you have any other questions about the fair, you can contact Mrs. Feurer at the Career Resource Center for details.

Student Council announces plans

By Joseph P. Steinfels The Maine South Student Council is currently working on the final preparations for the 1993 Homecoming Celebrations. Homecoming Chairperson Nicole Berg is locating the convertibles needed for the annual parade, investigating possibilities for the Friday Night Street Dance, arranging Homecoming Queen elections, and making arrangements for the dance itself. While Nicole and her commitee are working on the 1993 Homecoming preparations. Student Rights Commitee Chairperson Chuck Kaufman is .awaiting student issues, requests, and problems as he prepares for this year's first meeting with Asst. Principal Mr. Adamo. At the meeting, Kaufman will question Mr. Adamo about current school policies, possible solu-

tions for student problems, and will suggest solutions to problems facing students and staff alike. Assembly Chairperson Joe Dietlin is currently deciding on a guest speaker for the Homecoming Assembly. He is making contacts with former Maine South students as well as local celebrities.

One major problem Student Council has been having this year concerns the schedules of many Council members. In past years, the Student Council Upper House has met Monday mornings in the Student Council office while Full Council has met on Wednesday and Friday mornings in the cafeteria. All meetings began at 7:35 A.M. Traditionally, an effort had been made to excuse Student Council members from morning flap classes in order for the meetings to be attended by all.

However, this year, over 25% of all Student Council members have been affected by early morning flap class scheduling including several commitee chairmen who serve on the Upper House. This has forced rescheduling of Student Council meeting times to 7:15 Monday mornings for the Upper House with Full Council Wednesday and Friday meetings to be held in C-101. Hopefully this problem will be resolved before more time elapses. However, the Student Council is prepared to respond to any student affairs or problems.

Student Council would like to remind you that you can voice your problems or suggestions through Senior Chairperson Chuck Kaufman or through Student Council President Joseph P. Steinfels.

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by Katie Burns I can picture the day now. At some point close to the end of the year I will leave homeroom early, carefully dodge the diligent hall guards, and arrive at my history class before the bell rings. I will be greeted by the appreciati\'e remarks of Instructor/Facilitator Schultzc and the half mocking, half admiring applause of my classmates. I will have made it to this class before the end of the passing period for the first time ever. The small satisfaction of this accomplishment, in all seriousness, will be enough to keep my day on the right track.

The five minutepassing period is practical because it keeps our schedule neat in convenenient five minute chunks. It is also practical because it makes the time a period starts and ends easier to remember. However, it seems that there are very few people per class that don't spend the last few minutes packing books for a slightly mad dash down hallways and against hundreds of student bodies to arrive panting at their next destination. It also seems that it is literally impossible to get from some spots of the building to others in five minutes in any case.

Tlie administration is firm in the belief that a student can move from point A to point B in time C. A reasonably healthy person without a bookbag or a crowd around them undoubtedly can do so. Added to the soup are variables D, bookbags, E, the bottle neck effect of a classroom, F, cheek to cheek closeness in the halls and on the stairs, and G through Z, any minor problem on the way including untied shoe laces. Now it is not possible for an average person to start at the A-Wing and arrive in the PA or V-Wing on time. Time C works well in theory, but not in a real life application.

A six minute passing period would have drawbacks, of course. The schedule would be more confusing and it would be hard to pack bookbags early ifthe exact time a period ends is unclear. On the other hand, it really wouldn't be necessary to stow books in advance of the bell any longer. The day might be a little bit shorter or a little bit longer, depending on how the shift is coordinated.

Class time would not be lost either way due to the fact that time usually spent preparing loexit into the halls or come in late from the same would be spent in learning. The advantages outweigh the disadvantages.

Although administration may argue these points and not change the schedule, life could be a lot easier and more satisfying if a student did not have to revert to subversive hall monitor dodging and homeroom ditching just 10 arrive on time for class.

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The view from the bottom— A freshman's perspective

by Joanna Frigo When the class of 1997 walked through the doors of Maine South last week, it began one of the biggest adventures of its career: getting through the first day of school. Never before had I been so unsure as to what to expect on this momentous day. Were all those rumors about high school really u-ue?

After we settled down in homeroom.

Freshman Orientation took up the rest of the day. During the orientation we learned that we needed our I.D. cards with us at all limes.

This requirement isn't just so that the school can watch our every move. In case of emergency, the I.D. card provides for quick and easy identification. Having an I.D. card is just one of the many changes we will have to get used to in high school.

Besides stating the new rules, the administration also gave us advice on surviving ihe high school years. Everyone has heard the advice, "Be yourself." Now, this is our big chance to become individuals. Just because a certain group of people likes something doesn't mean everyone has to like it. My

advice to fellow freshmen is to take the old advice seriously and act upon it.

Predictably, the only rumor that turned out to be true was the one about the multitude of freshman jokes. All I can write in redress is that upper classmen were once also freshmen and should remember what it was like. They should also remember and beware the fact that freshmen can tell good jokes too!

Freshmen are also not lacking in spirit.

This year's freshman class is one of the most spirited classes to enter Maine South in years.

Upper classmen, don't be too surprised if the freshmen win the cheering contest at the Homecoming Assembly.

A final word to the class of 1997. Maine South abounds with clubs and extracurricular organizations. Don't be afraid to join one or ask around about them. Everyone can find at least one club in which that person feels comfortable. Getting involved in school will bring new friends and may eventually define interests and career choices. Get involved and make a difference in what you do.

How much trivia do you know? Answer the following questions to find out.

1) What is a lipogram? a. a message sent with lips atuiched b. a very large, rare spcties of pig c. a book totally lacking a specific letter 2) What is the state sport of Virginia? a. jousting b. mud wrestling c. lacrosse 3) What is the only animal that can be sunburned? a. snake b. pig c. newt 4) What clement is named after a state? a. Fluoride-after Florida b. Californium-after California c. Indianium-after Indiana 5) How many chickens existed world-

wide as of 1991? a.about8,500,0(X3,(X}0 b. chickens really don't exist, they are only an illusion c. about 3,00(),0(X) 6) Has anyone ever crossed Uie U.S. on a unicycle? a. no, the only attempt was tliwarted by an unfortunate descent into the Grand Canyon b. sort of, but Elen Smitli collap.scd before crossing the finish line c. yes. Waller Nilsson did 7) Which U.S. President reported sighting a UFO? a. Bill Clinton - while he "didn't inhale" - figures. b. Richard Nixon - right around the time of Watergate - figures. c. Jimmy Carter - it just figures

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by Charity Trelease Picture lovely Golf Mill on a typical Saturday afternoon. The usual montage of teenyboppers occupy the majority of the mall and are relatively calm and well-behaved.

Now imagine the disruption that would occur if super-stud Luke Perry were to visit Nilcs' shopping palace for a publicity shoot.

Most likely, police would be called in to protect him from the thousands of screaming girls, determined to get an autograph at any cost.

Tliis sort of scene seems normal to anyone who has witnessed the mass hysteria that envelopes a crowd when a celebrity is present.

Aside from foaming at the mouth and severe convulsions, symptoms of j^eople in this situation include extreme hyperactivity and babbling at incomprehensibly high speeds.

Doesn't it seem just a tad ridiculous for a {x^rson of reasonable intelligence to lose sanity upon seeing a supposed demigod? No logical explanation exists for this absurd behavior.

Having respect for someone only because he is famous is a shallow notion, yet people constantly do so. For instance, Tom Kerth has frequently witnessed fans surround his good friend, who just happens to be a well-known soccer player. He has also watched desperate, autograph-hungry fools who, upon seeing the swarm of people, approach his friend without even knowing his name. As I stated earlier: shallow. As I state now: petty.

Another example of this was seen at Southfest two years ago. Hillary and Bill Clinton were that year's most popular guests. In fact, they gained so much media attention, not to mention last minute spectators, that many of the students who had been originally signed up for the time slot were excluded.

What fans often forget is that stars are noi of a superior race, but just average people who have been recognized for one special talent. Hillary Clinton is a prime example.

After all, she was once a high school studen' just like the rest of us. Of course, a footbal i player such as Jim Harbaugh, whom I have met, certainly surpasses the average athlete.

But past his football ability, he really is jusi a typical guy. He even enjoys playing checkers. Nina Siemaszko, who had supporting roles in both License to Drive and Tucker, was a camp counselor before she entered a life of fame. As a counselor, she was wellliked by her campers who knew how much fun she could be. Today, however, her fans probably know little about her personalit>.

Unfortunately, this is not an uncommon trend when it comes to movie stars. Fan.s often fall in love with not the actor, but the characters which he portrays. It is time to return to reality when this occurs.

By no means am I saying that celebrities should be shunned or mocked. But we shouldn't worship a star just because he is famous. There are so many lesser-known people who are truly worthy of respect.

Think of a teacher who can make you think, or a friend who can make you laugh. They are every bit as wonderful as any movie star.

The next time you have the urge to join the crowd and getan autograph, ask yourself why. If you have acting aspirations and want to ask Demi Moore for some theaU'ical advice, more power to you. But if you just want an experience about which to brag, resist the urge and keep in mind that without fans, a celebrity would be another Joe Schmoe.

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Don't close the doors of perception

by Agnes Milewski We're all growing up. Have you ever looked at a picture or video tape of yourself as little as a year ago and couldn't believe how different you were? I, too have thrown my hands up moaning, "Oh no, that couldn't have been me!" But I've always wondered- when is it that we actually step out of our old plane of existence and into the new one? How is it that we can so drastically change from one year to the next? Life is marked by important events which act as doors through which to step. Once the experience is over, and you have learned and perhaps suffered from it, the door closes and you can never go back.

There are many events that can change a person's life forever. Think of the time you broke up with your first boyfriend or girl-

friend. For some it is a shattering event that lessens trust in the opposite sex, or the intensity of feelings in relationships to come. Or maybe think back to when death first entered your world. When you realize that your beloved grandma does not exist anymore, life becomes something fragile to be treasured. As if a door has swung shut in your head, you can never go back to thinking that life is happy and carefree. One turning point that everyone has experienced is entering high school. You have left grade school forever, entered the world of finals and I.D. cards, and are faced with hundreds of new people.

At this particular school, we have not yet experienced many problems that have transformed others' lives. No one here has died

from AIDS or been shot at; no earthquakes or volcanoes threaten our lives. Yet elsewhere these or other events have completely changed lives.

But our lives change, too, if from less severe experiences. The doors of childhood are constantly closing behind us. If we aren't careful we might lose touch with ourselves and then before we know it we'll be serious adults (Aaaaaaack!). So, let's indulge ourselves!

Keep those doors open as long as possible.

(Open minded, heh heh.) Don't let others influence you; don't lose sight of what you really want. Learn from experience, but don't let it harden you. And remember that once you've closed a door in your mind, the world will never be the same for you.

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Stephanie Drain Southwords would like to thank the newfaculty members who contributed their time and effort to submit biographical information to use for this iissue.

Ms. Stephanie Drain Ms. Drain started teaching business subjects in 1961 and has been involved in Maine Township since 1967. For the past nine ;/ears. she has served as the Business Department Chair at Maine West. This year she is serving as the District Chair of Technology. Ms. Drain attended Eastern Illinois University where she received her Bachlor's Degree and Northern Illinois University where she received her Master's.

Ms. Drain enjoys reading books, traveling, playing golf, and watching gymnastics and football.

Mr. Michael Barrett Mr. Barrett is a new Geology teacher this >ear at Maine South. He grew up in Ohio and attended the University of Akron. He received his Bachlor's Degree in G(;ology and his Master's Degree in Secondary Education. Before he started teaching here, Mr. Barrett worked in Houston for eight and a half years as a petroleum geologist for a major oil company. He was just married this past August 8, and his current pastime is looking for a new house.

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Mr. Timothy Spiegel Mr. Spiegel is teaching the new Developmentaly Disabled program here at Maine South. In 1991, he graduated from Northern Illinois University and taught at Palatine High School for one year. Mr. Spiegel's main goal is to make sure that the new DD program is successful this year and that the program will serve as a model for other schools. In his spare time he likes soccer, bike ride, and run.

Mrs. Jacqueline Sinclair-Day Mrs. Sinclair-Day graduated from Columbia College with a major in dance with emphasis on performance, choreography, and teaching. She then obtained her teacher's certification from Northeastern.

She has been directing the Orchesis dance company and teaching intramual aerobics at Maine South for two years and has choreographed dance segments for last year's musical, Brigadoon. This year she has joined the PE staff as a full-time teacher.

In her spare time she dances with the Joel Hall Dancers who travel internationally. She also supports animal rights, vegetarianism, and trains her Rottweiler, Rotten.

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Jacqueline Sinclair-Day Mr. James Lobitz Mr. Lobitz grew up in Dcs Plaines and Park Ridge and graduated from our very own Maine South in 1988. This past May he graduated from the University of Louisville with degrees in English and Spanish but he just teaches English here at Maine South. In his spare time he coaches the Freshman Football B team and loves country music.

Mr. Donald Lee Mr. Lee is currently teaching Physical Education classes forjuniors and seniors.

Athletics don't end there, for he will also be coaching both football and when the season begins, basketball. This is his first teaching job since he graduated from the University of Wisconsin at La Crosse.

Mr. Lee's outside interests include sports, art, and keeping physically active.

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James Lobitz

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Mrs. Eileen Klusendorf Mrs. Klusendorf is currently teaching English II and Composition here at Maine South. She's been teaching for four years—one year in Boston and three years in Chicago. Recently married, Mrs. Klusendorf says that she tries to spend her leisure time "taking advantage of city life." This includes biking along the lakefront, attending plays and concerts, trying out all the new restaurants, and looking for interesting ideas to renovate her Lincoln Park home.

And what about her goals for this new school year? In her own words Mrs. Klusendorf says, "My immediate goal is to wake up my first period Comp II class."

Ms. Eva Lorenz Ms. Lorenz teaches German at Maine South. She received her B.A. from Wartburg College in Iowa. She also studied at the University of Bonn, Germany for a year. She taught in Iowa for three years before going back to Germany as an English teaching assistant.

After returning, she began and completed a Master's Program at the University of Northern Iowa and went on to teach at a Wisconsin high school. Ms. Lorenz recently taught at Niles North High School and took a group of students to Germany over the summer. She hopes to establish a German exchange program here and also hopes the German program at Maine South will grow.

Outside of school, Ms. Lorez enjoys ballroom and country dancing, going to the theater, and singing in the Austrian Mixed Chorus of Chicago.

Other new additions to the Maine South faculty who are being shared with either Maine West or Maine East: Walter Kratsch, who teaches at Maine West and comes to Maine South fifth period to teach two Auto Fundamentals classes.

Ron Williamson, who teaches at Maine West in the morning and Comes to Maine South sixth period to teach two Business courses.

Nancy Kerby, who teaches three business classes at Maine South in the morning and then travels to Maine West in the afternoon.

James Spiggos, who teaches at Maine West in the morning and then comes to Maine South sixth period to teach two classes of Driver Education.

Shirley Verber, who teaches at Maine West in the morning then travels to Maine South seventh period to teach two Home Economics classes.

Karen Huber, who teaches one Algebra class in the morning at Maine South.

Dan Pouts, who teaches two Government classes at Maine South in the morning and then travels to Maine East third period.

Alan Rolla, who is at Maine South in the afternoon as Social Science Department Chair.

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Late arrival schedule to begin This year, in place of early dismissals, late arrival schedules will be in effect. These provide time once a month for staff members to hold meetings discussing issues such as changes in class times, the IG AP testing, and alternate bell schedules. The change from early dismissal was due in part to the fact that it was inconvenient for many students who participated in after school activities. These students had to either return to school shortly after they left, or wait for staff members who were attending meetings. On late arrival days, there will be no first period flap nor homeroom and first period will begin at 9:30. Periods 1, 2, 3, 7, and 8 will be thirty minutes in length with lunch periods remaining the same length as normal schedule days. Eighth period

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will be dismissed at the normal time, and there will be an afternoon flap. Late arrival dates are: September29, October 26, November 18,

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Effective dates: 9/29, 10/26,11/18,12/15,2/8, 3/10, V6, and 5/3 December 15, February 8, March 10, April 6, and May 3.

Juniors' PSAT preparation class meets PSAT 240, the PSAT preparation course from Excel Edge, is again being offered to juniors this year. The PSAT is a test taken in preparation for the significant SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test). PSAT scores are taken into account in selection of National Merit Semifinalists, including various scholarships. The

class meets at Maine South on Tuesday evenings for two hours and runs for seven weeks.

The goals ofthe class are to prepare the participants for the actual PSAT and to teach them various test-taking srategies. Scouts from Excel Edge attend planning sessions of test makers. They then attempt to give students an

idea of what to expect on the PSAT and help them build confidence in themselves, in the hopes of raising scores. The class focuses on strategies rather than actual material and concludes with a practice test. The cost for the class is approximately one hundred dollars, text book price included.

Homecoming plans underway Student Council has replaced the traditional Homecoming Carnival by a Street Dance this year. A lack of student interest in the Carnival triggered a proposal from Student Council to change the event. In past years, the Carnival had involved game booths run by student clubs and organizations as fund raisers. Games included obstacle courses, dunk tanks, bean bag tosses, and a telegram service organized by the senior class. This was primarily a social event, and interest in the games waned severely. Money was lost rather than earned. It seemed that The Street Dance would be more profitable and more popular. The Street Dance, which is a term used loosely, will be held in the southcast parking lot will include a band, pizza,

which will be served in the cafeteria, and opportunity for mingling. The Street Dance will take place October 1 from 4:30 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. The Firelight Rally will be held after the Street Dance.

Along with the Homcoming Street Dance, a window decorating contest will also take place between the different school organizations. Pictures will be drawn on windows in the front hallway of the center's building.

They will each depict this year's homecoming theme entitled "Let's Rock Their World." The windows will be judged during homecoming week and the top three designs will be awarded cash money in the amounts of S30, S20, and 515 accordingly.

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Sports

Girls' Cross Country off to strong start The Maine South girls' cross country team is looking strong and working hard, hoping to run their way to victory this season. After a grueling summer of long distance running, the team started their season well with a victory over Fenwick. Andrea Armour took second place, followed by Brooke Swanson and HeatherBrammeier, who took third and fourth

Hopes of the conference championship are not too far out of reach for the veteran team, with seasoned runners hoping to dominate the competition. This week the team will face conference rival Maine West and is looking for victories from all levels. If the girls continue to run hard the team will stand a good chance at reaching their goals.

places respectively. The rest of the varsity team consisting of Anne Marie Pontenelli and Kathryn Drozd also ran well, improving upon previous times to help the team on to victory.

Practices continue through the forest preserve each evening, and many of the girls on the team are working hard at home as well.

Swimmers seek seasonal success

by Heather Anichini The Maine South girls' swim team is ready to splash, kick, and pull their way to victory this season.

Beginning the season at the Fremd relays, the Varsity team swam well. Coach Deger commented that "The team did better in regard to times—we held near to or improved on them. It was a good reality check for the rest of the season." The team took fifth over all, but it was the improvement in times that really made the meet worthwhile.

Kristen Dodt; sophomores Emily Larson, Sandy Anselmini, Jenny Evanshank, Bridget Kufner, and Meredith Swanson; juniors Kara Vormittag, Angela Stanley, and Heather Anichini; and seniors co-captains Amy Carlson and Melissa Hack, Jackie Nichols, Wendi Herzog, and Ellen Bacon. The first dual meet of the season is today against Glenbrook South, one of the team's toughest competitors of the season. A victory would raise hopes for placement in the conference meet and state qualification.

Excellent performances from the 200 medley relay team of Jamriska, Beckerdite, Dodt, and Evanshank; the 4 by 100 individual medley relay team of Kufner, Dodt, Jamriska, and Beckerdite; and the 400 free relay team of Evanshank, Jamriska, Dodt, and Kufner helped the team out tremendously. The diving team of Wendi Herzog, Charity Trelease, and Carrie Dema placed fourth over all.

The team consists of sixteen girls; freshmen Cara Jamriska, Laura Beckerdite, and

Girls' tennis team proving tough to beat

by Colleen Matchen The Maine South girls' tennis team began their season by backhanding and smashing their first two opponents. The varsity team of Alexis Chapple(first singles), Karen Goelkel (second singles), Megan Corder (third singles), Kara Wagner (fourth singles), and the teams of Kerry Goggin and Stephanie Poulos (first doubles), Katie Beaumont and Trisha Stankiewicz(second doubles), Kristen Thompson and Liz Fisher (third doubles), have started to see all their hard work pay off.

Volleyball struggles The girls' volleyball team began thier season with two losses against Waukegan and Glenbrook South. The squad, consisting of seniors Larissa Dudycz, Emily Ward, Tamara Borck, Ginger Tosch, and Heather Kirsche, juniors Karen Leonard, Karen Hartman, Kelli Moszarny, Sarah Mitchell, Kerri Vrbansic, and sophomores Heather Kura and Colleen Tedor, was hoping for a better start.

After only two victories last season, the team was looking for a lot of improvement from everyone, but has come up short. At the Resurrection Tournament this weekend the girls are hoping to gain some important experience to help them get through the remainder of this season.

In the first match of the season the team defeated St. Viators soundly, 7-0. All the girls played well, but Alexis Chappie and the team of Kerry Goggin and Stephanie Poulos played exceptional matches. In the second match of the season the team came up against conference opponent Waukegan and once again won easily, 6-1.The experience gave LJ .^^ • a «

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September 17,1993

FB's first victory blocked by York

b\ Jim Carroll Maine SouiH's opening football game last Friday night at York was one the Hawks look back on with frustration and regret. In their contest with the highly-rated Dukes, the Haw ks were given an excellent oppurtunity to gain recognition. Unfortunately, mental errors and poor execution contributed to York's 10-7 victory.

From a defensive standpoint, the Hawks were tenacious and fairly effective in stopping the Dukes in their tracks. Highly-touted tailback Shayon Grider was contained and the passing game was virtually nonexsistent.

Unfortunately, York gained the lead with four minutes of regulation on a touchdown pass from quarterback John Hoerster.

The Hawks were able to lead for most of the game due to a fine drive executed by quarterback Jon Hoffman. Hoffman ran the ball to the five yard line before throwing a perfect pass to a diving Jason Loerzel. However, with the combination of defensive breakdowns and a costly blocked punt, the Hawks weren't able to hold the lead and capitalize on an excellent oppurtunity.

Coach Hopkins and his players are positive

Varsity coach Phil Hopkins directs traffic at an early scrimmage. Photo by Elaine Kreuz

that the team will benefit from it's mistakes at York. Once execution and mental focus are achieved, the Hawks can turn to the task of

defeating the rest of their opponents. Only when this feat is accomplished can the bitter feeling of September third be put to rest.

Soccer team a perennial powerhouse Despite a slow start at the Harrington tournament, the Maine South soccer team remains a perennial powerhouse.

The Hawks suffered a 2-1 loss against Crystal Lake South and went on to tie Crystal Lake Central.

In the last hard-fought game of the tournament, Harrington scored with less than two minutes left of regulation to earn a victory.

The tournament did show tenacious play

from senior forward Joe Sorce and halfback Steve Krull.

Juniors Andy Patras and Chris Owens displayed strong performances in their varsity debuts.

The Hawk defense, anchored by junior Pete Sczcelina and senior Eric Williams, provided support for sophomore goalie Mike Semel.

The Hawks finally broke into the win column with a convincing 5-0 victory over Ley-

den.

Brian Lazzaro led the attack with a pair of goals for a result that was never in question from the opening whistle.

Outstanding efforts were also contributed

by Joe Sorce and Jerry Leonard.

Despite a lackluster beginning, the team's attitude and confidence level remains high.

The Hawks still have an abundance of games left to prove their dominance on the field.

Golf team compiles early 0-1 record in conference Th us far into the 1993 golf season, three of the schedualed seven meets for the team have been canceled due the weather.

With the other four meets, the Hawks have compiled arecordofapproximately .500. The team has only played one conference opponent since entering the CSL North division, Glenbrook North, at Sportsmen CC. In a day featuring Mark Simpson with the best score of 41, the team had a disappointing performance and were easily defeated by nearly ten strokes.

In one of the latest meets at Peter Jans golf course in Evanston, possibly the worst course the Hawks will face this year, the team put together one of its better matches, winning 148-152 against former conference rival Evanston.

The slow start in conference has been disappointing to the team, but a strong group of juniors makes prospects in the post-season for the Hawks very high.

Mark Simpson, Andy Kupsco, and Dave

Makula have consistently shot well in nearly every meet, and with returning seniors Pete Nelson and Todd Ofenloch, the sectional meet and beyond seem to be a reasonable goal for the team.

Cross Country is back on track After a somewhat shaky start to their season, the boys' Cross Country team is back on track.

In their first tri-meet of the season, the Hawks defeated conference opponent Maine West but lost to cross-town rival Maine East in a close defeat.

Fortunately, the Hawks bounced back to defeat Maine East by 30 points in the LaGrange Invite, thanks to an excellent fifth

place finish by co-captain Jason Wynne.

Tony Mazzacano, Brian Kilmer, and Jamie Brammeier also added to the victory.

The Hawks runners followed with a defeat to both the Fenwick and Roiling Meadows teams on the home course here at Maine South.

The team, in addition to coach Bill Drennan, is optimistic and ready to win the conference title later this season.