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

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Aspiring Golfers i . . . F Victory Golf requires constant practice and a great amount of concentration as well as skill. Octavio Lugo As March arrived, it was time again for golf season. Under the guidance of new coach, Mr. Tom Paredes, the team drove into action. Although it was one of the least known sports on campus, the golf team dates back to 1963. The team, com- prised of promising individuals, was determined to give golf a good reputation. Sophomore Ryan Mendoza stated, I joined golf in hopes of getting a schol- arship and bringing deserved recognition to the teamf' In- stead of conducting practices at lndustry Hills golf course as was done for the past several years, practices were held at Santa Anita Country Club. The team began the season with a rough start, losing to Saint Paul by a few points. This, however, did not inhibit the teamis performance level for the rest of the season. Moti- vated by various goals, they strove to better their plays. Ju- nior John Dykes remarked, I wanted to play good golf and I felt that I could accomplish that here. My dream is to be on either the amateur or PGA tour. From time to time, the team found itself challenged by the variations of each course presented at every game. Work- ing as a team, also presented a difficulty, as senior Craig Lo- zano discovered, Determina- tion was the important key. In accomplishing teamwork in a sport such as golf, you have to try your best to get a lower score average than your oppo- nents in order to win. Senior Jeff Arnold added, Since indi- vidual scores are combined as the team average, one player's mistake can affect the outcome of the game. Moral support and showing teammates how to improve their faults were also vital contributions in accom- plishing team unity. Many people find no pleasure in chasing a little ball across vast fields. To the few dedi- cated men on the team, golf was a very serious and rewarding sport. Golf is just like any oth- er sport. It requires constant practice and a great amount of concentration as well as skill, concluded sophomore Octavio Lugo. Varsity Golf Saint Paul 'Pius X 'Mater Dei 'Servite 'Bishop Montgomery Mater Dei 'Pius X 'Servite 'Pius X Indicates Angelus League Top C.I.F. Tournament Spart n' Scramble Nogales Open Thomas1Btrgtiee, Joseph Patterson. Charlie Aguirre,5Craig Lozano. Mika sozrom.rgs,iQggp:r.3ysn Mendozageffrey Afrroici. Robermraan, Octavio Lugo. rg ,,VV A , Minter, and John Dykes. ' .f sfigffaigifig. c . A f P I 262 Sports

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Players Step Up To The Challenge We all shared a common goal, and together we were working to achieve it. The Varsity Baseball team entered the season determined to defend their 1987 Angelus League Championship title. On February 22, the players.began practice in order to reach their goal of victory. At the commencement of the season the team was faced with many exciting challenges. After losing eleven players, including seven starters from last year's team, the unit saw fresh faces and new position players. They were ready, though, to work hard and do their best. Being strong in all areas pro- vided a balance for the team. A bright star shone on the pitch- er's mound where senior Charles Phillips stood. Defen- sively, the team continued the tradition of fine infield play and leadership. They had a sol- id defense characterized by speed, strong arms, and plenty of depth. Offensively, the team had a very strong line-up. Top power hitters included seniors Charles Phillips and Thomas Acuna. The offensive attack was potent- and provided some good offen- Varsity Baseball Thomas Acuna sive excitement. The team saw young players in positions which veterans these individuals. Being on first string and playing third base, Daniel explained, It was really hard and there was tremendous pressure being in that position. There was no room for mis- takes. Leading the team was an ef- fective coaching staff which in- cluded head coach, Mr. Glenn Martinez and assistant coaches, Mr. Tom Salter and Mr. Joe O'Connor. Coach Martinez re- sponded, These guys knew what it took to win. I just re- minded them that as soon as they stopped working that was as good as they would get. The Varsity Baseball team was faced with a difficult sea- son, but by utilizing each of their talents and pulling to- gether the team proved to be 7 tough competition. Senior Thomas Acuna reflected, We all shared a common goal, and together we were working to achieve it. usually played. Sophomore , Daniel Martinez was one of La Salle 'Pius X SOL1tl'1 Hills 'Servite Montclair 'Servite 'Pius X 'Bishop Montgomery 'Servite 'Bishop Montgomery 'Bishop Montgomery 'Mater Dei 'Mater Dei 'Mater Dei 'Saint Paul 'Saint Paul Pasadena 'Saint Paul 'Pius X ' Indicates Angelus League Glendora Tournament 1st place 264 Sports Front row: Michael Hinojas, Tip Franklin, Hector Rodriquez, Daniel Mar- tinez. Steve Clark, Leonard Ruiz. Second row: Adam Rogers, Bryan Hack- worth, Wade Kennedy, Charles Rociriquez, Jose Lara, Kenneth Kendrena. Third row: Brian Harmon, Thomas Acuna, Steve Gomez, Robert Stewart, Robert Rivera, Charles Phillips.