Dobson High School - Equus Yearbook (Mesa, AZ)

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With a large squad led by strong juniors, the boys swimming and diving team found that through their hard work, and hard play, success was a hard habit to break. Since the first toe tested the water, optimism and high expectations moti- vated the swim team to nothing short of perfection. Easy victories in their first seven meets prepared the swim- mers for a tough match up against Mountain View, as well as the vigorous competition at the Mesa City and Cen- tral Division meets. On all three occa- sions, the “aquatic aminals” surfaced in first place. The satisfaction didn’t linger for long. The swimmers immediately be- gan a week of grueling training, hungry for competition at the State meet. As Doug King put it, “Winning the City and Divisional meets were very big achievements, but it only makes us work harder to be the best team in the State . .. that’s our number one goal!” The greatest contributor to the squad wasn’t an individual, but a con- cept, the concept of unity. A freshman initiation, weekly parties, always eat- ing lunch together, and sitting as one rowdy and wild group at football games gave the swim team an une- Emerging in a turbulence of water, Neil Lichter sets his sights, preparing him- self for the final turn. quailed union that inspired them to shave not only their faces, but their heads, and even their legs. Breaking all school records, placing first in Divisionals, and having two State Champions were just a few of the “firsts” that the boys swimming and diving team accomplished. With only four swimmers graduating, the “aquat- ic aminals” look to next year with ea- ger anticipation to once again live up to their title as “Mesa’s ultimate team.” Design by Wade Swanson. Photos by Ashley Towne and Tawnya Chitwood. he Kei is llnil fy BOYS SWIMMING DHS Opponent 126 Sagauro 42 140 Mesa 42 134 Tempe 36 120 Marcos 52 1st place Rotary Relays 115 McClintock 56 108 Corona 64 96 Mt. View 74 1st place Mesa City Meet 1st place Divisionals 2nd place State 110 oys Swimming

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P ar for the Course When most people think of golfers they think of old men in plaid pants and bright colored cardigans; but Dob- son offered a new dimension to golf- girl golfers. Although it was only their first year, the girls golf team got off to a wonder- ful beginning. After only a few months, they ranked fifth in the prestigious state tournament, coming out on top over eight other teams. The dedicated golfers practiced at Dobson Ranch Golf Course to improve on their golfing skills. These practice sessions prepared them for the four- Jacque Kelly is in deep thought as she lines up her putt. teen matches against ten other schools. Practicing was always easier when the whole team was compatible. “We all get along really well and we support and help each other,” said Alecia Bur- nett, team member. Added team coach Mr. Barrett, “They’re fun to be around and we spend a lot of time laughing.” Design by Leisah Berkovitz. Photos by Laura Dauis. Trying out a new golfing technique. Beth Fleming hopes that Julie Lear has been doing her practicing. DHS GIRLS GOLF Opponei W Mesa L W Camelback L L Mesa W W Xavier L L Corona W L Marcos W W Marcos L W Browne L L Gilbert W W Corona L L Corona W L Xavier W L Kofa W W Mesa L W Gilbert L W Browne L L McClintock W L Yuma W L Marcos W L McClintock W L Corona W L Marcos W L Camelback W 4th Kofa Invitational 5th State Tournament Sports 109

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In the wake of another devastating vic- tory, these animals reflect upon the thought of next week’s practice. Always encouraging his teammates, in- jured junior Craig Day is still an impor- tant part of the team. Sophomore Mike Moak shows off the perfect form that made him the State Champion. Boys Swimming. Front Row: Mike Rcynoha, Keith Dennison, Mark Wynn. Sean Jones. Neil Lichter. Second Row: Mike Burkhart, Chris Schreiner. Jeff Palmer. Rick Burton. Brad Treptow, Brian Treptow, Jeremy Dowstra. Third Row: Mike Williams. Scott Palmer, Devin Elliot, Doug Eilderts. Steve Quinonez, Brenig Cory. Back Row: Allen Kinnison. Doug King, Coach Jeff Anderson. Tom Augustine. Steve Osgood. Craig Day. Boys Diving, (opp. page) Front Row: Mike Moak. Jon Jones. Back Row: David Thompson, Mike Subiran, Scott Miller. ports 111