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

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Freshmen Show Their Worth We were there to play. We were there to win. Next year, we'll take it ALL. Mike Ford Outshone by the glamorous accomplishments of the varsity team, first year football often drew only small crowds. This was unfortunate, though, be- cause the team was something to watch. Led by head coach Tom Salt- er and assistant coach Marcus Lewis, the Freshman Football Team completed their season with six wins and four losses. Three wins and two losses were in league play. This record gave the team a second place finish in the Angelus League. The team's performance, however, belies these rather average stat- istics. The guys played hard, despite formidible odds. Said Coach Salter, t'We were often smaller and outmanned by the other team, but they never gave up. They played with great in- tensity and gave everything they hadf, The team's intense drive to suceed was evident in the way they performed. Each person played with great en- thusiasm and energy, and if they weren't on the field they were on the sidelines cheering their teammates on. Though this was only their first year as members of the football team, they possessed all the spirit and pride of the older, more exper- ienced sophomore and varsity players. The success of the team was dependant upon each player's ability and determination. Practice was grueling and in- tense, but the players neverthe- less stuck with it, working hard to get better and better. Their drive even impressed Coach Salter, who said he was pleased by the way they worked and that he eventually ended up having fun coaching. Most important, freshman football was a time to find emerging talent. Two excep- tional players, Zachary Zer- tuche, named Most Valuable Offensive Player, and Mike Ve- lasco, Most Valuable Defensive Player, stood out as individuals with great promise. But that doesn't mean the rest of the team was neglected. Each indi- vidual player worked very hard and put out his best for the team. Bottom row: Rick Ascuna, Brian Ruiz, Juan Medina, Bobby Rizden, Richard Gonzalez, Nick Terrell, Juan Delgado. Matt Reagan. Second row: Anthony Chavez, Mike Berg, Tim Cuartermarsh. James Straight, Wick Sanchez. Danny Ranquell, Tom Granoza, Mike Rogers, Chris Moreno. Third row: Coach Salter, George Garcia. Richard Goemal, Johnny Merisuer, Rudy Mesa, Nathan Hawkins. Jesse Alvarado, Michael Gayton, Jess Holqurn, Coach Lewis. Fourth row: Chris Rhineburger, John Vin- necky, Mike Bachman. Anthony Rodriguez, Mike Ford, Jeff Gustaveson, Thomas Provencio, Eric Ayala, Antonio Alvarez, Nick Hanamacai. Fifth row: Eiar Gallegar, George Ruiz, Kurt Stfoupe, Steve Brlonez. Robert Saldovar, Jim Dohrier, Chris Meurk, Thomas Polkinghorn, Carlos Cervantes. Sixth Row: Jason Thompson. Eric Moore, Peter ignastio, Sean Dempsey, Tim Guerreo, Gregg Mann, Joe Kelley. Lohn Ludswiack, Abraham Gurterrez. Freshman Football Rubidoux won 'Saint Bernard won Monrovia won t'Servite won Long Beach Poly lost 'tBishop Montgomery lost Saint Francis won 'Mater Dei won Esperanza lost tSaint Paul lost Overall record: 6 wins 4 losses ' Indicates Angelus League Freshman Football 219

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Receiver Jeff Gustaveson jumps to complete a pass. Passing was the key to the teams offense. 4? fs Dropping back for a pass, Zachary Zertuche looks for an open receiver. His excellence as an offensive player won him the honor of Most Valu- able Offensive Player. Ball in hand, Mike Ford races across the field, Since the players were often smaller than their opponents, they had to rely on speed and agility rather than brute strength. 218 Sports Jess Holquin struggles to get those few impor- tant inches to make the first down. Determina- tion like this on the part of the players meant the difference between victory and defeat. An intended reception is foiled by Greg Mann. The efforts of the defense limited the other team to an average of 1O points per game. -fw.,,,, A

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Serving Up A Winning Season We all went out and practiced hard. Win or lose, the impor- tant part was that we all supported each other. Marina Trigonis Winning the title is not al- ways the name of the game in sports such as tennis. From the very beginning, not one player on the Varsity Tennis team possessed a win at all costs attitude. They were exactly what a team was supposed to be: a tightly bound group of in- dividuals. Although the players were from diverse backgrounds, the tennis court knitted them into a solid force. The result was more victories than in pre- vious years. Yet, winning was not the most important factor. Team spirit played a vital part in player satisfaction. Mutual support lifted the team in its difficulties. The ten- nis team stuck together despite losses incurred by old rivals. Bodily injuries also added to the negatives. Senior Selena Sinson injured her right ankle during a doubles match against Saint Joseph. In her words, I really wanted to continue be- cause the team needed this vic- tory. With Marina Trigonis at my side, we were determined to win and only needed one more point when the injury stopped the match. There was disap- pointment, but no hard feel- ings. After every match, team spirit was evident in the warm handshake or hug after the match, win or lose. Maturity shone in all of them. It took hard work to make the year a great one. We all went out and we practiced hard. It was especially gratifying to work with great coaches, stat- ed senior Marina Trigonis. Un- der the leadership of Coaches Mary Jo Shaver and Yvonne Pederson, improvement was ea- sier to come by. Coach Mary Jo Shaver claimed that, 6'C0aching the 1987-1988 tennis team was truly a unique experience. It was an opportunity to empha- size responsibility and the sea- son saw increased maturity in the players. The athletes of racket and ball practiced to im- prove their skills. Accomplish- ing this was difficult since matches against other schools were often scheduled close to each other. Despite the hard work, the tennis team remained in high gear. Isis.- Varsity Tennis Glenn lost La Puente won Glenn lost Workman won 'Saint Joseph lost Wilson won 'Rosary won 'Mater Dei lost Overall record: 'Bishop Montgomery lost 'Connelly lost 'Saint Paul won 'Connelly won 'Mater Dei lost 'Saint Paul won 'Rosary rain 'Bishop Montgomery lost 7 wins 8 losses ' Indicates Angelus League League Tournament: First Round A Front Row: Selena Simson, Evette Escamilla, Su Oh. Back Row Mary Jane Ng Mersan Ascio, Marina Trigonis, Lupe Romo, Theresa Buencamino, Melinda Ortaliza Susie Oh Regina Mercado. 220 Sports