Worcester Polytechnic Institute - Peddler Yearbook (Worcester, MA)

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the team rebounded with three straight wins. Unfortunately, injuries began to plague the team. Ken Linberg fractured his ankle while Senior John Hanly suffered an eye injury. Neither were able to play the rest of the season. In the meantime, the presence of co-captain Rick Powell was sorely missed for three games due to an ankle injury. The remaining games were very close yet the squad still dropped 6 of their last 8 games. 19

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The women ' s tennis team began their third varsity season unsure of what the future held. Losing almost half of last year ' s team, coach Marcia Kennedy had to fill a number of vacant positions with strong players in order to beat last year ' s record of 10-3. With a strong base of seven experienced players and nine talented new players, the team pulled together to attain an impressive 11-2 record and third place in the Massachusetts State Tournament, despite a promotion from Class C to Class B competition. The talented duo of Beth Martin and Liz Groleau was an important asset in the states, where they captured the second place doubles position after an 8-2 season. The team opened the season with five consecutive wins. In their sixth game a powerful St. Anselm ' s team overwhelmed the Engineers, whose only other loss was a forfeit to Brandeis. Every member of the team contributed to the outstanding year. Top singles star Debbie Biederman compiled a perfect 12-0 record. Seniors Stacie Burkhardt and Beth Martin shared a 9-2 individual record along with sophomore Jenny Davis. In their final seasons, Cindy Gagnon and Gail Strzepa recorded 8-3 and 6-3 respectively. Lisa Longwell, Liz Groleau and Debbie Harrow also had strong seasons. The women ' s tennis team has continually advanced throughout their three year varsity status. Though an 11-2 season will be hard to beat, few would bet against the Lady Engineers ' ability to do it. 21