Bishop Amat High School - Tusitala Yearbook (La Puente, CA)

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L . Fans Go One Step Beyond- When the team loses, we have our share of the disap- pointment too. We,re not just spectators, but a part of the action as well. Kristine Kasianovitz Loyal, enthusiastic, and de- voted were just a few character- istics that could be attributed to one of the most important parts of the sports seasons. The source of support, encourage- ment, and motivation, these special individuals were what kept the teams going even when victory seemed far out of reach. Formally known as the Bishop Amat fans, these players of a different kind of sport, pos- sessed quite a unique talent of their own. Attending the games through thick and thin, the fans certain- ly knew the meaning of the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat. As expressed by ju- nior Kristine Kasianovitz, When our team loses, we have our share of the disappoint- ment too. We're notjust specta- tors, but a part of the action as well. The greatest test to their loyalty was at the Mater Dei and Bishop Montgomery foot- ball games. Although the fans were soaking wet and cold from the downpouring rain, their spirit and enthusiasm kept their spark alive. However, the fans were not only sports mind- ed. Aside from the athletic games, they were also very sup- portive of all areas of the educa- tion process. As expressed by junior Brooke Wright, 4'Being a fan didn't just mean cheering for sports. Supporting the aca- demics and the unity of the school was just as important. We support the entire school, not just one aspect of it. The term fan didn,t just ap- ply to the students either. Teachers as well as parents were very supportive of the school too. At times more spir- ited than the students, they knew exactly what Bishop Amat was all about. The meaning of being a fan was determined by unity and willingness to go through any test, rain or shine, in order to show spirit. However, their true worth was brought out in their appreciation for the athletes of the teams, whether academic or athletic, even when they exper- ienced defeat. The fans had that special spunk that kept the athletes striving to fully do their best. Lancer Lunatics, juniors Doug Ramos, Manuel Delgado, and Adam Rogers intently watch the action of the basketball game. Lancer Lancer Lunatics ju- niors Manuel Delgado, Wade Kennedy, Doug Ramos, and Adam Rog- ers upheld a fairly young tradition that started with the Class of 1987 when a group of the members of the class decorated their faces with paint and at- tended the basketball games. Making them- selves noticed, they Lunahcs motivated other fans to cheer wildly along with them for the members of the team. As ex- pressed by junior Doug Ramos, We felt that a special cheering section would be helpful to the team's moralef' Dedi- cated, enthusiastic, and supportive, they cer- tainly made going that extra mile worth it. Fans 207

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Sophomores Joe Gray, Jason Fetchik and fresh- man Erik Gray give the team a robust yell of approval. Juniors Melissa Chabran, Eli Moral, and Jennifer Rowe show their true colors as they cheer the football team to victory. They enthusiastically boosted the morale of the team, Seniors Michelle Vital, Diana Hayden, and Katie Foland display their spirit and appproval of a job well done by their class at the Pep Week rally. Willing to go through any test, rain or shine, the fans clearly project their dedication and loyalty. A united and devoted group of individuals, their spark shone brightly through even the darkest of times. 206 Sports

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Best Finish Reveals Hard Work f'We were upset because we thought we would be going to CIF, but we had to accept it because it could have gone either way. June Moetului History was made- by the Girls Varsity Volleyball team as they had their most success- ful season ever. Their league re- cord of three and seven placed them fourth in the Angelus League tying them with two other teams for a wildcard posi- in the play-offs. The deci- was made by the toss of a Bishop Amat won the first but lost the second. tion sion coin. toss, The team, undefeated in pre- league, performed well in tour- naments taking first place at the Cal HighfLa Serna Tourna- ment and placing fifth in the Colton Desert Classic. This out- standing season was somewhat clouded due to the injuries of two key players, seniors Anna Pablo and Tisha Martinez, who were unable to play a good part of the season. Had these girls been healthy the team may have been more successful. Several key individuals de- served special recognition. Ju- nior Christine Romero aver- aged 1'7.1 kills per game and re- ceived the honor of being named Tournament Most Valu- able Player at Cal HighfLa Serna Tournament. Senior Anna Pablo, credited with 15.3 assists per game, was named to the All Tournament team at the Cal HighfLa Serna Tourna- ment. Although they were a powerful force, every player contributed greatly. The main ingredient to the team's success did not lie in the efforts of one or two players but in the determination of every girl to give her all. This deter- mination was shown when the team played Mater Dei. The girls had decided if they did not win, they would at least make top ranked Mater Dei fight for the win. Senior Anna Pablo said, No one thought we would last more than three games against Mater Dei, but we proved them wrong. We took the match out to five games. We lost, but we gave them a good fight and earned some respect at the same time. Dedication, hardwork, and encouragement from Coach Patti Groff and fans were influ- ential in making the Girls Var- sity Volleybal season a tremen- dous success. Girls' Varsity Volleyball Flintridge Sacred Heart won La Puente won Northview won Paramount won Wilson- Hacienda Heights won 'Pius X lost 'Saint Joseph lost 'Bishop Montgomery lost 'Mater Dei lost XSaint Paul won 'Pius X won 'Saint Joseph lost 'Bishop Montgomery lost 'Saint Paul won fMater Dei lost Overall record: 8 wins 7 losses ' Indicates Angelus League Colton Desert Classic 5th place Cal HighfLa Serna Volleyball Tournament 1st place Front row: Rosanne Orduno: Second row: Jennifer Guzman, Inez Ayala Anna Contreres, Christine Romero, Anna Pablo: Third row: Marie Fontana June Moetului, Maribel Lopez, Analisa Moreno, Cheryl Kingg Back row Tisha Martinez, Miss Patti Groff, Irma Morales. 208 Sports