Dobson High School - Equus Yearbook (Mesa, AZ)

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 fl mm mm Striving to provide students with a well-rounded educa- tion, competitive athletics was a major aspect of learn- ing on campus. Coaches sought to teach the old, val- ued concepts of camarade- rie, cooperation and competi- tion from a new angle. Student-athletes were en- couraged to participate for fit- ness, fun and the unparalleled thrill of competition. Sports also provided students with values and lessons they could benefit from in real life, such as the necessary mental and physical training, undying persistence and the winning attitude. The programs offered at Dobson represented a micro- cosm of the sporting world; students could choose from football, basketball, baseball, swimming, tennis, track, cross country, soccer, wres- tling, softball, golf, volleyball and badminton. Whether the sport involved the teamwork of a certain group or the individual abilities of a talented player, the pride and devotion of Dobson ath- letes was always evident. Design by Hilary Stephens. Photos by Greg Fresquez, Jerome Moore, Andy Phelps. Intercepting the ball, Amy Coyle fiercely throws it to make an out at second. During an afterschool wor- kout, John Belkis siams a shot past his opponent. Volleyball Sports

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Quin Rodriguez kicks the ball with all his power, propelling it through the air and between the uprights. Flying gracefully through the air, Tim Withers leaps in a desperate defensive attempt to block the ball. 80 VoHcybatl Sports

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On the sidelines during the Maryvale game, Coach Clark gives last minute advice to John Ray (28), Mike Naragon (23), Eric Valliere (68) and Rick James (74). Running back Wayne Walls (33) breaks from the pack attempting to reach the goal line. think our season was so successful because we were like a big family. We all gave total team effort. — Scott Rados, senior Varsity. Front Row: Mike Naragon (23), Pat Papaianni (88), Kevin Nichols (82). Ted Becerra (41), Tony Garcia (36), Wayne Walls (33), Darren Somo (5). Dominic Bonitatibus (19).| Second Row: Eddie Schossow (53). Gary Colvin (62), Rick James (74), Jell Girard (22),| Robert Thomas (21), Robbie Reno (6), Scott Rados (86), Gary Myers, (60). Mario Vasquez (11), Jason Glarrlzzo (48). Third Row: Equip, manager Angel Diaz, Manager Kltt Hodsen.l Josh Arnold (20), Todd Kemp (69). Eric Valliere (68), Eric Gehrig (64), Gregg Homewood] (84), Mike Nache (66), Sean O'Rourke (51). Gary Carpenter (32), Manager Rick Marvin.I Fourth Row: Coach Peterson, Mark Miller (30), Robert Jensen (79), Chris Shaw (38), Brian] Schipper (61), Aaron Robinson (55). Darren Tewos (7). Robert Marquardt (42), Eric Kemp] (16), Tac Yu (72), Coach Pigusch. Back Row: Coach Clark, Quin Rodriguez (1), Rob Cush] (89), Bryan Fernau (44). Steve Holmes (80). Eric VanHook (70). Dan Noli (40). Don Deo (52).] Frank Buossing (50), Adam Boles (76), John Ray (28). Coach Kappas. Bedraggled, Bryan Fernau (44) gets a halftime wrap-up for his leg at Corona. Mentally encouraging his teammates during the kickoff of the Marcos de Niza game, Mike Nache (66) ritually raises his helmet. 82 Varsity Football Sports