THE TELESCOPE April 22, 1977
Palomar College
VA decision
V. P. hopefuls vie for office • 1n ASG runoff
might force vet into debt Veterans going to school under the GI Bill could wind up in debt to the Federal Government if they drop courses or receive non-punitive grades under certain circumstances. Herbert R. Rainwater, director of the Veterans Administration Regional Office in San Diego, explained that a recent Congressional amendment to the GI Bill requires the VA to retroactively cancel assistance payments for a course dropped without a grade. This applies also in cases when a course is completed but the grade assigned is, in effect, ignored by the school for graduation requirements. The new regulations do not apply when the situation was caused by circumstances beyond the student's control, Rainwater said. He described the new regulation as a major change in GI Bill benefit payments policy. The new law provides that the VA may not pay educational benefits for any part of a course which is not used in computing graduation requirements. This means that many students will find themselves overpaid under the GI Bill for courses from which they withdraw and for courses in which the assigned grade is not used in computing the requirements for graduation. Payments for such a course must be stopped as of the first day of the school term, or December 1, 1976, whichever date is later. he said. For example, if a student withdraws from a course during April, under the conditions outlined, VA payments will, in effect, be terminated retroactively to the beginning of the term. In the past, GI Bill payments would have been continued up to the date of withdrawal but the new law prohibits this. Rainwater urged students enrolled under the G I Bill not to drop a course or request a non-punitive grade until they have contacted their school's veterans affairs office and understand what effect the withdrawal from a course or grade may have on their monthly VA checks. The agency also recommended that both students and school officials provide a brief statement concerning circumstances of the withdrawal or grade assignment when reporting it to the VA. The VA will then determine the effect of the circumstances of the withdrawal, or more punitive grade, and notify the student of the action taken to adjust his or her educational benefits.
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Sheri Dolan and Rita Martinez, vicâ‚Ź presidential hopefuls, will have to vie for the office in a special runoff election next week. According to the Associated Student Government constitution, officers must receive a simple majority of the votes to win. Dolan, who previously was announced as the winner, received 298. Martinez got 295, while the third candidate, (l'hoto by Harbara Walter) Andrew Wynn, received 12:3. Bert Mcintosh (left), Biology instructor, is introduced to an Two recounts were requested on owl during a recent visit with his Animal Behavior class to this election. On the first count the Wildlife Rescue Center in Poway. Marge Knothe, co- Martinez led Dolan by eight. In the legislature race, James Cason and director of the center, holds the owl. Rosie Gonzales changed places by one vote. Final vote counts are Steve Chappell, 427, and Kasimu Thabiti, 317 for president; while Kerin Essex received 496 for treasurer. Elected legislators and their totals are Mary Sue Rafalko, 456; Lisa Physical, mental and spiritual El Cajon as an instructor of Osborne, 450; Christopher Frye, 432; awareness through Holistic Health anatomy, nutrition and the Maria Bowman, 428; Walter Taylor, will be discussed in a two-part philosophy that the human body is 423; Ed Estes, 417; Anthony Barlow, 404; Cecilia Vega, 368; Mark workshop tomorrow in room ES-19. self-regenerating, and selfMowrey, 359; andJamesCason, 358. "The Triangular Balance of the cleansing given the proper tools, Other candidates and their counts Physical, Mental and Spiritual," is and that health is a natural state. are Rosie Gonzales, 357; John the topic of the morning workshop The workshop in the afternoon is presented from 9 a.m. to 12 noon by on " Astrology: Symbolic Language Couture, 346; Arnie! Jaramillo, :341; Ms. Patricia Wing who is an ad- of Human experience" presented by Evelyn Payne, 339; Manuel vocate of Holistic Health and nutri- Elayne J. Manago from 1 to 4 p.m. Sepulveda, 023; John Theobald, 819; and Robert Ricard, 287. tion. She will discuss the use oflive, The last part of the workshop will A total of 792 students voted in the natural foods for relieving disease treat self-realization through acelection. and maintaining health. Ms. Wing tualization and transformation "Rafalko had been accused of will demonstrate methods of grow- through sign and house focus. breaking the election code for caming greens indoors, sprouting, juicMs. Manago has been lecturing paigning within 200 feet of the polls. ing and preparation of raw foods. and teaching since 1962 and has A unaminous decision of the judicial Anatomy and the physiology of served on the American Federation advocates found she qualified for the digestive system will be explain- of Astrology Convention faculty office as the evidence was cired plus food combining for max- since 1968. She received her Masters cumstantial," stated Mike Conwell, imum health and exercise. Touching Degree in Social Science from chief judicial advocate for the elecon the spiritual and mental aspect, California State University. Her tion. Ms. Wing will explain positive current commitments include Three of the five judicial adimagery, alpha awareness, and private teaching and lecturing at vocates were present at this meditation. colleges including Palomar, meeting. Ms. Wing is a graduate of Norfolk Saddleback, Orange Coast and UC General Hospital School of Nursing. Irvine. She has been doing extensive Reservations are required. The fee research into the origin and preven- for each workshop is $1 for students tion of disease. She is affiliated with and Gold Card holders, and $2 for the Hippocrates Health Institute in the general public.
Holistic Health workshop explores natural food cures
Center aids wildlife Instructor Bert Mcintosh's Animal Behavior class was given some first-hand information on animals during a recent visit to the Wildlife Rescue Center in Poway. The center, under the supervision of Tom and Marge Knothe, is a nonprofit organization which exists solely on tax deductible donations and volunteer support. Its main purpose is to provide treatment and recuperation facilities for injured wildlife of all species. Animals in need range from baby humming bil:ds to larger mammals
such as coyote and deer. At present, the center is geared for the spring influx of injured or orphaned baby birds, which require round-the-clock feeding to survive. The class spent the evening becoming aquainted with animals at the center, and wildlife slides were presented. For more information contact Marge or Tom Knothe at the Wildlife Rescue Center, 13724 Sagewood Drive, Poway, California 92064. Volunteers are welcomed.
Parent, child learn together
Children and parents will have a unique opportunity to learn from each other in a five week summer session workshop on campus. Children will attend classes five mornings a week at either the Children's Center or the Lab School from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. Classes will be limited to 55 children, infant through prekindergarten. They will be filled on a first-come first-serve basis. The fee is still to be determined. For those parents who think they might be interested in attending this workshop, contact Nadine Abbott, 744-1150, Ext. 462 or stop by the Children's Center on camous.
Huffy clerks, kangaroo edged skirts irk buyer By Beth Foehl Some people make their own clothes because it saves them money and it gives them a sense of achievement. Others, like Mae West probably sew because they find it a little difficult to get size 45 orthopedic hot pants from the store racks. My friend, Pat, on the other hand, makes everything from umbrellas to tee shirts (except for a few of her better ones that she gets twice a year when the Veterans of the Spanish American War ha,ve their rummage sale) for one reason and one reason only: intimidating sales clerks. "It's ridiculous, you realize- this phobia you have," I said while trying to drag Pat into one of those posh little boutiques having an after-Benedict Arnold's Birthday clearance sale. Not ridiculous "It's not ridiculous," she protested wedging herself horizontally in the revolving door. "I know what those clerks will be like in there." "How could you, you've never even been in here." "No, but from Ducky's Discount Zoot Suits across the street I can see the clerks when they take a lunch break." "So what about them?" "They all wear flawlessly coordinated 15-piece pantsuits, matching head scarves and no underwear." "How do you know that?" Lent binoculars "Ducky lent me his binoculars." "So what if they all look like that?" "Don't you know how girls who look lik~ that react to girls who look like this?" she wailed playing with the buttons on her recent rummage sale purchase. "What's wrong with looking like you? Safari jackets are very 'in' this year." "You don't think the epaulets detract too much then?" she asked straightening the tassels after she had removed her windbreaker. "That does it," I said, setting her stiffened body in the front entrance. "You've got to start buying your clothes in a regular store." "I can't do it. Did you see how that clerk over there smirked at me." Hide behind rack "Okay, you go over there and hide behind the skirt rack, and I'll act like I want to buy something to prove to you how harmless they are." "May I help you with anything," said an impeccably dressed girl without any pores. "Oh no," I said steadily. "My friend just wanted me to look at this skirt." "I think the one over there with the holster and the kangaroos along the hemline is more your style," she said sweetly picking lint off my blouse. "I already have that one." Complement outfit "Yes, of course. Why don't you tell me your size and I'll bring you in a
few things that might nicely com plement the Davy Crockett hat you're wearing." "I never was too good at getting these scarves tied like Rhoda does," I mumbled, touching my head less assuredly. "Don't feel bad I love a challenge," she said straightening my collar. "Now what can I show you?" "I want something unique, something that's me." "You know we had just the perfect outfit for you - but we sold it late yesterday." "Cher beat me to it huh?" "No, actually Truman Capote needed something to wear to a comeas-you-are-party." Any suggestions "Then what would you suggest that you do have on the racks," I said, beginning to feel like I had splatted in there in flippers and a snorkel. "There is this," she said holding out a polka dotted leotard three feet away from her body as if it had just been removed from a plague victim. "Actually I think that what you have on most closely reflects my personal tastes," I grinned. Her first reaction was to chuckle demurely, and then seeing that I was indeed serious, she began to sweat, sway and grow decidedly unhealthy. "What have you done to this girl," asked Pat chafing the clerk's wrists. "Got me," I sneered contentedly. "Maybe she finally noticed Ducky and his binoculars."
Judicial advocate 'quibbling' criticized Editor: I would like to comment on the Telescope lead story of April 1, "Rbuilding petition ruled invalid." For the judicial advocates to quibble over data obviously compiled and submitted in good faith is to make a mockery of the whole concept of democracy. Unless the student body is not to be trusted, there does not appear to be any satisfactory basis for denying to the students the right to vote on the
Health workshop series registration extended Because of public response, Palomar is announcing an extension of registration deadline for the new series of workshops designed for health professionals. The previous deadline for registration was April16. This deadline has now been extended and late registrations will be accepted. The first program, "Perspectives on Grief," will be held tomorrow from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The workshop will be led by Robert Kavanaugh, Ph.D., whose personal and professional experience with the process of grieving assists him in his role as counselor at the University of California at San Diego. Dr. Kavanaugh has a master's degree in philosophy and a doctorate in human behavior. "Human Sexuality in an Institutional Setting" will be discussed April 30 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., by Robert Solnick, M.S., M.A. Solnick specializes in counseling men in
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their mid-years and later maturity. A two-day session on "Rehabilitation Counseling" is scheduled May 7 and 8, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. It will be led by Kristin Strong, M.S., who has worked with the San Diego County Epilepsy Society and served on the Mayor's Committee on Employment for the Handicapped. She has taught independent living skills and other related courses for the physically limited. The sessions all meet in the Timber Room in the Palomar Student Union. Cost for the entire series is $25, or $7 per day. Participants are asked to bring sack lunches; coffee, tea and rolls will be included in the. fee. Checks should be made payable to Palomar College and sent to the Gerontology Health Project, Palomar College, San Marcos 92069. For information on the series, contact Selma Zarakov, coC'rdinator of programming for older adults, at Palomar, 744-1150 or 727-7529.
Conservatory students to perform here today A musical program by instrumental and vocal students of the Afternoon Conservatory will be presented today in room C-6 of the music complex at 4:30 p.m. The Afternoon Conservatory, composed of junior and senior high school students from the area who are taking semi-private music lessons at Palomar, will perform various solos and ensemble selections. Conservatory director Lois Miers says, "I think parents and friends· will be very pleased with the progress and ability of the students." This concert is the culmination of the 10-week spring session.
Teachers of the Afternoon Conservatory include Larry Fant, trumpet; Ron George, percussion; James McMillen, clarinet; Roger Pine, strings; Margaret Walker, cello; David Shaffer, oboe and saxophone; Priscilla Nunn, hom; Anne Farrell, voice; Charlotte Atkinson, piano; Bill Atkinson, flute; and Carl Posch, trombone. A summer session of the Afternoon Conservatory program will be offered at Palomar for five weeks, with semi-private lessons twice a week from July 5 through August 5. Pre-registration can be made by contacting the director at Palomar, 744-1150 or 727-7529, ext. 365.
Marketing places high Through the combined talents of its members, the Marketing Association of Palomar took fifth place in statewide competition. Contributing to the victory were Henry Talone, who placed first in Marketing Improvement Manuel; Mike DiGiovanni, third Top Marketing Student in California for 1977; Roger Lenker and Louise Webber, sixth in Team Management Decision Making; Lynette Muller, placing in the top ten in Apparel and Accessories; and Mike DiGiovanni and Doug DiGiovanni taking se" cond in Team Advertising Campaign. Mike DiGiovanni, the chapter's president feels that the club's competitive success can be attributed to " .. .its advisors, the business community, and the hard work of all the members." The team, whosefacultyadvisoris Richard Muchow, will compete in the Marketing Association Nationals in Anaheim this May. The Nationals host the best marketing people in the United States with participants representing their respective states. According to DiGiovanni, " ...to
be successful, the club needs good marketing students and any interested people can contact the Business Department or Mike DiGiovanni at 745-2673."
Federal grant aids work study program A supplementary federal grant which will help fund Palomar's Work Study Program has been received recently. Frank Hankin, financial .a ids director says that it will aid many students who were previously unable to obtain financial assistance. Raffle tickets for a framed oil painting are now on sale at $.25 and can be purchased at the Financial Aids Office. Proceeds for the raffle will be used for funding scholarships. Ticket sales will end on May 27 and a winner will be drawn the following week. Basic Educational Opportunity Grant applications for the 1977-78 school year are now available in the Financial Aids Office.
)Bank interviews slated Toby Fuller, assistant vice president in charge of Personnel for Security Pacific National Bank, will be on campus, Wednesday, to interview Palomar students and graduates for the position of Paying and Receiving Teller. 1 The bank is primarily seeking students from the Banking and Finance, Bank Management and General Business programs, but will
talk with anyone interested in a banking career. Security Pacific has employment possibilities in all geographical areas and will be recruiting for all of San Diego County. Students interested in the above should make an appointment for an interview in the Student Placement, Staff Building 4, Room ST-60, as soon as possible.
Tenant, land lord workshop set Renters and owners can learn about their rights and responsibilities in a Tenant/ Landlord Workshop Wednesday at 12 noon in P-32. Housing discrimination, eviction, deposits, leases, mobile home regulations, rent subsidies and small claims court are among topics to be covered.
The free session is to be presented by the San Diego County Human Relations Commission in cooperation with the Student Help Center on campus. For further information, contact Alferos at 299-2840 or Jan Lord at 744-1150, Ext. 461.
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Los Mascarones will be performing its latest collective creation "La Gran Carpa Del Corrido Mexicano" (The Great Circus Tent of the Corrido). A unique group from Mexico City, who through the use of choral poetry, satire, tragedy, and art comedy portray the essence of today's Mexican reality as well as capture the mystery of the past, they are sponsored by the Multicultural Department. Teatros Los Mascarones will be performing Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in the Student Union. General admission is $1.50 and $1 for 16 years of age and under.
*** ' Annual Health Careers Conference will be held tomorrow from 8 a .m. to 4:30p.m. at the University of California at Riverside. Fourteen professional schools of California will be represented to discuss the following: when and how to apply, requirements for admission, competition for admission and how to strengthen one's chances for admissions and job opportunities.
*** Russ Baldwin, director of the Boehm Gallery has accepted a bequest to the gallery of a thirty piece permanent collection of paintings and original graphics. The collection is the donation and work of the late Madeline Pereny. Mrs. Pereny lived in Rancho Bernardo and was a staff artist for theNew Yorker Magazine. She had contributed over thirty covers to the magazine.
*** Aided by slides and artifacts, Richard Carrico will present a lecture on local archeological discoveries, May 27 at 7:30 p.m. in the San Marcos Barn. Carrico, an Environmental and Planning Consultant with Westec Services, Inc., of San Diego, will discuss the artifacts found during the building of the Interstate
Highway, north of Escondido, near Deer Springs Road. An invitation to attend is extended to the public.
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Bravura, the campus literary magazine, needs writers for the spring edition. Bravura publishes short stories, and poems. Students who wish to submit rr'lterial may giveittoMr.Salc --~mroomP-8A or to the English secretary.
American Indian art exhibit scheduled American Indians will be displaying their artistic talents at the First American Indian Arts and Crafts Exhibit May)12-14 to be held on the front lawn here at Palomar. This exhibit is open to all amateur American Indian artists and craftsmen and will be held in conjunction with the annual pottery sale. Cash prizes of $20, $10 and $5 will be awarded to the best entries. Two main purposes of the exhibit are to provide public exposure for Indian art and to help recruit potential Indian students into higher education. A special recruiting day will be set aside on May 13 to include guest speakers and entertainment. Any student wishing to enter the exhibit should pick up an entry form before the May 10 deadline at the American Indian Organization Office. For more information, contact Anthony Barlow or Robert Freeman at 744-1150, ext. 359.
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By Erin Thien This week marks an anniversary for Comet javelin thrower Tom Petranoff. Ranked third in the nation with a best of 232'10", Pentranoff has been throwing the javelin for one month. It all started one sunny afternoon after football practice. " Track practice starts right after the spring football class and I was watching guys throw the javelin. I watched their form and what they did and it seemed a lot like throwing a football or baseball. So I picked up a javelin and threw it about lRO'. Coach (Doc) Marrin saw me and said it wasn't a bad throw, but I could hurt my arm that way. Next thing I was on the track team ," explained Petranoff. That was the first time Petranoff ever picked up a javelin. The next few days he worked on form . Then came his first competition three days later. But Petranoff came through with a throw of 19fi'H" and second place behind teammate Luc Laperriere, who is ranked first in the nation. "After that throw the coaches told me I had a lot of potential and could throw a lot farther. So the next week they drilled me and I watched films and Luc throw, trying to get my form down," said Petranoff. But the next meet was a disappointing one for Petranoff. He only threw the javelin 140'.
"I was trying to do too many thin_gs and was uptight. It really showed up in my throw and I was discouraged. The coaches said it was no big thing. The next week I threw 207' 10" and was really excited. "Everything had fell together during the week. It was Wednesday afternoon about 4 p.m. and no one else was on the field. Then everything the coaches had said made sense. Hefore it seemed so complicated," he said. After taking second at San Bernardino, Petranoff started working for the Southern California Relays. The first throw there went about ~2H', but was disqualified because it hit a chalk line. " On my fifth throw everything fell together again. I knew that throw had something on it and it went ~;~~, 10" ," stated Petranoff. Since then a few schools have contacted Petranoff, but he plans to stay at Palomar and Southern California. "I would like to stay in Southern California and I like the people at Palomar. I'm really impressed with the junior college system," said Petranoff, who moved here fom Illinois. Petranoff played football, basketball, baseball and golf during his high school years. For his junior and semor years he received a scholarship to Howe Military Academy in Indiana.
"They were trying to rebuild the school as a powerhouse in athletics and wanted me to play in all the sports I could," explained Petranoff. He then received an appointment to West Point, but felt he would rather go to the Air Force Academy. However, the appointment could not be changed and Petranoff decided to forget it. He decided to work for a construction company and then on January 25 this year he moved to California. Holding no small goals, Petranoff hopes to throw 250' before the end of the year and has the 1980 Olympics in the back of his mind. "I'm definitely aiming for the Olympics. It's the least I can do. You have to be confident in the things you do and aim for something like that. Ifl take care of myself, I think I have the potential, but it is a matter of time," commented Petranoff. While he has the potential in track, football is Petranoffs first love. He has played quarterback for nine years, but might change position to prevent injuries. "Football is up in the air right now. I'll definitely be on the team, but the position depends on how I do in the javelin. People keep telling me not to play football any more, but it's my first love and I want to stick it out. I'll just be really careful," he concluded.
Cagers, wrestlers honored Curran protests Sophomore guard Tyrone Davis was named Palomar College's Most Valuable basketball player for the second straight season Friday night at the annual Winter Sports Banquet at Sorrento's Restaurant in San Marcos. A second team all-state selection, Davis was also presented co-captain honors along with David Moore. Others receiving awards were Kenny Jackson, most improved; Delvin Moore, most inspirational; Marcus Hayes, outstanding freshman; and David Moore, Lt. James Mitchell Memorial Award, given in honor of the former Palomar player. Sophomore watches in recogni-
tion of two years of competition at Palomar were given to Davis, Jackson, Delvin Moore, and David Moore. The Comet wrestling team was also honored at the event. Sophomore Mike Burgher, the most valuable wrestler last year, was awarded the same honor for 1976-77. Also presented awards were Alan Tanner, most improved; Tad Overmire, most inspirational; Rick Worel, outstanding freshman, and Burgher and Overmire, co-captains. Receiving sophomore watches were Burgher, Don Anderson, Craig Gordon, Nathan Holland, Eugene Nagata, Kerry Overmire, Tad Overmire, Steve Pell and Glen Thoreson.
FINAL 1976-77 CAGE STAYS Tyrone Davis Kenny Jackson Donnie Joy Marcus Hays David Moore Delvin Moore Eric Retzlaff Mo Romain G;ary Benford Bob Schmitz Gary Lieser Don Danks Others
G FG FGA Pet. FTFT A Pet. 30 266 507 52 106 149 71 31 181 369 49 62 94 66 31 146 284 51 64 102 68 31 144 312 46 51 73 70 28 120 274 44 55 72 76 99 45 26 40 65 28 45 20 23 45 51 14 18 78 78 36 16 31 52 26 28 9611553650 15 5 16 31 6 15 40 20 5 15 33 8 11 73 3 4 7 57 4 4 100 1333000
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31 974 2020 31 887 1933
48 420 615 46 407 601
TP HG Avg. 638 35 21.3 424 31 13.7 361 26 11.6 339 23 10.9 295 24 10.5 116 9 4.1 60 8 3.0 72 17 2.8 15 6 1.7 16 4 1.1 18 5 0.9 12 8 4.0
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as netters fall to Bacon, City His last name may be Bacon, but the Comets' men's tennis team may think that he is a slab of ham. Bob Bacon is the head coach for San Diego City's tennis program, one that has not been challenged until this year, when Palomar won two dual-matches from the Knights. Bacon had something to say about both of them, as he did April 14. That was the date of the Mission Conference championship, which pitted the same two teams against each other. City took a 4-2 lead in the singles, but when Bacon tried to insert his number one singles player into doubles play, Comet coach Mike Curran rightfully said hold on a minute, there. The remainder of the match was postponed until last Monday, and the Knights, with ace Mudan Suri in the doubles, outscored the Comet doubles squads to win the match, 5-4. Curran is now protesting the match and a conference committee will rule on it Monday. Whoever wins the decision will represent the conference in the Southern California playoffs even though City could go despite the factthatPalomarwas crowned champion due to its regular-season victories over Bacon's squad.
Coach Don Hubbard is expecting his swim team to take third place in the Mission Conference Championships today and tomorrow at Saddleback College. "As a team we've got third place pretty well wrapped up. Individually, though, we're going to have some good, close competition," Hubbard said. The Comets' undefeated divers Glenn McCloskey, Joe Korinek and Jack McDaniel will play an important role in the team's overall success and will also have an excellent chance to place 1-2-3 in individual competition. McCloskey will defend his title as Mission Conference "Diver of the Year" for 1976. "Riverside has fine diver who has come close to beating ours, and he may create some difficulties," Hubbard said. Hubbard expects Dave Delano, Mark Machin, Mile Lundquist and Gene Craven to do well individually in the swimming events. Delano, the Mission Conference champion in the 200 yard breast stroke, will face some ''real tough competition," according to Hubbard. Machin, who will race in backstroke and free-style events, along with Lundquist, who will compete in the freestyle sprints and the 200 yard breast stroke, and Craven, who will do the butterfly and individual medley, are expected to place high in their respective events according to Hubbard. These four swimmers will also be shooting for a state qualifying time in the medley relay.
Women to play at national net championships A big thrill came to the Palomar women's tennis squad Tuesday when the Comets were invited to participate in the United States National Community College Championships in Tampa, Florida, during the week of May 22-29. Because of this national tournament, which extends invitations to a limited number of teams whose records are based on the last two years, the Comets will drop out of the Ojai Tournament. Teams are limited to the number of tournaments in a season, and Palomar had scheduled to play B. Koebke, Linda Owens, Leslie Koman and Leslie Edman in this weekend's Ojai affair. Palomar will next participate in Wednesday's league tournament, which will be held at Southwestern College. Palomar also won on the court Tuesday, defeating the University of San Diego, 8-1, to up their record to 13-1. Koebke, Owen and Koman were all victorious in the singles, and Koebke and Owen teamed for a doubles win for Palomar.