Marcos De Niza High School - Libro de Oro Yearbook (Tempe, AZ)

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Illness and inexperience were two of our big problems, said Coach Green in reaction to the badminton team's 0-10 season. Other problems were a lack of experience and a high drop-out rate. One of the seasons highlights was what Mrs. Green called the challenge of the sexes. Mrs. Green explained that any male student or faculty member could challenge girls from the badminton team. Mrs. Green reported these were the team's only victories during the season. The girls really creamed them. lt was really fun and I want to do that again next year. Mrs. Green singled out Diane Charlie Iwer as an outstanding player. Diane has played on the team all four years of her high school career. She received the award for most dedicated player and the Joe Sellah Award. Mrs. Green said the team is looking for more girls with this type of dedication and leadership ability. Even though she was discouraged because of the team's poor record, Mrs. Green said, lt's always fun to coach those who really care-even if their numbers are limited. l'm going to be encouraging anyone and everyone to come out for badminton because we were down to seven girls for our final match and we usually try to play at least twelve. We have lots of room for newcomers. Mrs. Green said next year will be just like starting all over. 1 94-Badminton Squad needs more Charlie 1. Varsity I-r: Denise Marlor, Michele Harris, Pauline Gonzales, Coach Janet Green, Theresa Batopis, Diane Iwer, Catalina Reyes. 2. Tracy Stith and Susan Felix stretch to return a drop shot as they played doubles. 3. Joe Sellah recipient Diane Charlie Iwer warms up before a match. 4. JV I-r: Top-Susan Felix, Renee Rustler, Lisa Powell, Tracy Stith, Juliet Jay. Bottom-Debby Buckley, Mary Beth Cochran, Gloria Holguin, Coach Janet Green. 5. Lisa Powell watches the birdie after retuming a drop shot.

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P Q 1. Leesa Lawrence communicates to her team- mates across the court during one of the JV games. 2. Varsity I-r: Top row-Coach Fred Browning, Jill Robinson, Linda Quihnis, Kim Grubb, Ruth Kieser. 2nd row-Chris Jaggar, Pam Whitesheild, Gloria Bustilios, Janetta Brooks. Bottom row-Dodie Foote, Laurie Yates, Denise Johns. 3. Susan Valencia looks on as her team acquires one of two victories. 4. The JV squad after its season's second win. 5. Annette DeLacruz prepares to serve. 6. JV I-r: Top row-Coach Linda Work, Janice DeMuth, Pam Kingston, Mary Kane, Gigi Corbet, Brenda Kirksey, Chris Zigafoose. Bottom row-Ann Parker, Lisa Gonzales, Susan Valencia, Marlinda Brown, Annette DeLacruz, Leesa Lawrence, Kristi Dean.