Aragon High School - El Tesoro Yearbook (San Mateo, CA)

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TEE lVl UNITY! Varsity Golfers Putt Their Way To Victory While most were struggling with the windmill at the miniature golf course, Aragon's Varsity Golf Team was out on the real courses, hitting balls flying out of eyesight! The Aragonians that comprised the team were dedicated to the sport and eager to do their best. Although it was difficult at times, the boys met every day at various local golf courses and completed lengthy practices. As most of the boys had several years of exper- ience behind them, coach Phil Pa- len certainly didn't need to explain any basics to this group. Instead, they perfected their strokes, and practiced harder shots. The past success of pre- vious Aragon teams motivated the -s group to do just as well, if not better. As stated by Gary Loren, The best strength of the team is definitely our enthusiasm about the sport and desire to do well. All those who have ever lost countless balls in an attempt to play golf, can surely appreciate the skill and expertise of the Varsi- ty team members. Greg Sarrail chipping to the first green. esfooif Jason Hoffman hitting a smooth nine iron to the center of the green. Scott Haslam sends the birdie putt on it's way as Ted Gourvitz contemplates his attempt.

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Shannon Murphy begins her silent prayer way out in right field. A' W iw - ffm- V When can I stop running? FROSH-SOPH SOFTBALL: FRONT ROW: Shannon Murphy, Tiffany Kyle, Stacy Jorgensen, Suzi Nuti, Carla Bian- chi, Carin Craig, Christine Kenellyg BACK ROW: Samantha Sennet, Anne Washington, Jenny Long, Tammy Sorg, Caren Canziani, Lisa Cresci, Karen Ja- cobsen, Coach Pat Sangimino. Beating All Odds GOPI-IERS? With an improved infield, the Frosh-soph softball team seemed to have it made. However, the rest of the playing field had much to be desired. Despite gophers which popped up every once in a while and eucalyptus trees on the verge of falling, the team managed to beat the odds and came out win- ning. Fresh new talent and returning players gave the team the winning edge. They performed outstand- ing feats such as spectacular saves which even left the gophers hiding in their holes. These feats, howev- er, did not come naturally and re- quired much practice. Thus, the team practiced several hours a day to sharpen their skills. Helping them train was coach, Pat Sanga- mino. Although Frosh-soph teams al- ways seemed to get the short end of the stick, the softball team beat the odds once more and overcame their secondness to come out win- ning. Undoubtedly, the team had a winning season in every aspect. Frosh-Soph Softball f 67

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JGIN THE CLUB! J.V. Golf Gets Into The Swing Gf Things Golf, a game of concentration and skill has been consistently gaining popularity at Aragon and throughout the country. As more and more interested students joined the team, a J.V. division of golf was developed for the first time at Aragon. With enthusiasm and dedica- tion, the J.V. worked on develop- ing the skills and mental concen- 5 g l 5,537-Hhs if 1 l E E. tration needed to succeed in the sport. Any inexperience on the part of the boys quickly diminish- ed as a result of the lengthy, but constructive practices at Coyote Point and other local golf courses. With goals set high, J.V. Golf aimed for a spot in CCS competi- tion. Their aspirations were cer- tainly not unattainable as talent was abundant, and the team had excellent leadership under coach Phil Palen. Clearly, the Junior Varsity team represented a group with impres- sive talent and eagerness to do well. Their willingness to work hard, in turn, perfected their skills and held promise to be Aragon,s ace in the hole , in the future. Ted Gourvitz practicing for the birdie putt. Back Row lleft to righti: Kathy Faulkner, coach Phil Palen, Chris Hoover, David Frame, Joshua Stern, Ted Gourvitz, Scott Haslam. Front Row fleft to righti: Jason Hoffman, Gary Lorin, Phil Lorin, John Pilks, Bill Alhorn, Bill Jukes, Tim Foster, Shannon Mendoza, Marc Rarden, Greg Sarrail.