Alief Elsik High School - Ramblings Yearbook (Houston, TX)

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House Bill 72 Disappointment After Coach’s 23 Years of Involvement Most Valuable Athlete It was like a McDonald Land ice cream cone - plain and vanilla. The 1983 football season ended with a 2-8 record. But as the Houston Chronicle predicted, “the Rams could blossom into a playoff contender.” and the '84 team went 7-3 - a Swenson's Deluxe Sundae Delight, with a cherry on top: Head Coach Mike Sciba. The varsity football team had a string of bonuses: 13 holdovers, a 9-1 JV team, and a new head coach. One big change that Coach Mike Sciba initiated was the change in the school’s athletic philosophy. He intended to “unite Elsik by stopping class-yells at pep assemblies: instead, we'll have team-yells.” Coach Sciba has been involved with the UIL for 23 years. “These days kids are too worried about getting a job and a car. When I was in school, UIL was very important because we concentrated on athletics. So. we had time for school, sports, and even dates. “I don’t think this legislation could have come about when I was in school. It'll take a few years for them to straighten it out. I think they went too far but can't just admit it. They'll eventually make the new legislation less strict,” said Sciba. His participation in UIL has included four years at Jones High School in Corpus Christi, one year at Wharton Jr. College, one half year at the U. of H.. one year playing and one year coaching at Texas A l. one year of coaching in Corpus, and 10 years at Elsik, where he is one of only four original staff members remaining. Since he became the athletic director, Sciba has made many changes. One of his MVP's, Senior Rusty Skinner, noticed. There is more experience in the coaching staff. We are more organized. There is more want-to.” By Lisa Baroski, Sports Editor Football George Craig Curti» Larry Doug Schaumburg Rutty Skinner Volleyball Sherri Barrett Cro » Country Jim Henry Wendl Pena Donna Thom Basketball Jeff Keeno Kelly Armbrutter Soccer A.J. Fuller Shelley Hopklnt Swimming Chad Pollock Cathy Boyd Golf Peter White Terri Packard Tonnls Chris Melnoko R.J. Harr Stephanie Hogue Track Anthony Harris Wendl Pena Donna Thom Baseball Kenny Reese Principal Bobby Porter, South House Principal Charlie Cotheran, and Head Coach Mike Sciba attend tho Cross Country district meet when the girls took 2nd place. Photo by L. Cates At 9:10, on November 15, Coach Sciba excused over 150 football players from class so they could have the experience of playing in tho Dome. The Rams were allowed only one practice day in the 8th Wonder of the World”, the Houston Astrodome. Photo by L. Catos Another One Bites the Dust as the Rams butted the Mustangs, 27-7, on their way to the District Co- championship. Coach Sciba played this Queen tune to morale during the half tir pep talk. Photo by Mitchel 114 Sports Wrap Up

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Football and Track Letterman Gary Neal Off to Korea, Pena Continues To Compete This Summer Track competitor for ten years winning over thirteen titles, Wendi Pena will leave the team with hard tracks to follow. Wendi grew up in Alief and at the age of eight she was introduced to track. But she didn't begin track and field until With thirteen titles to her name, SeniorWondi Pena will be going to Korea In July to compete against the girls Korean track team. Photo by K. Groves her high school years, where her successes began. Pena competes in the long distance events. My main two events are the 3200m and the 1600m,” replied Pena. Pena earned the titles of 3200m State Champ of 1982, 3200m and 1600m District champ of 1982, 1983, 1984, and 3200m Regional Champ of 1982. Wendi. known as Pena Colada or Wendo. says it's hard leaving the team. ‘Til always remember meeting new people, making friends and winning.” But there were times Wendi would like to forget. While most people are home swimming. I am sweating it out on the track.” Wendi then stated with a smile. But it really pays-off when you win! By N. Miller. Reporter 'I’d rather be on the mound than, in the bullpen Schaumburg Realizes Dream When we were on the freshmen team, we all said we would win district by our senior year, and we did it! exclaimed Doug Schaumburg. Pitcher Doug Schaumburg received recognition as All-District Pitcher. Photo by L. Cates Winning district capped off a great season not only for the varsity football team, but also for Doug. He was honored with many titles including First Team Defensive Back. First Team Punter, and First Team Receiver by the Houston Post. Playing football since the third grade. Doug made the varsity teams for both football and baseball in his sophomore year, but he prefers football to baseball. What he enjoys most about baseball is pitching I'd rather be on the mound than in the Doug Schaumburg reflects on his years at Elsik and thinks about his future while attending the Football Banquet. Doug plans to attend Texas A l University. Photo by L. Cates bullpen.” he explained He won several titles in baseball including All-District Pitcher. Doug attributes his success to hard work and good leadership. The coaches helped me a lot; more than anyone else. I don’t think I could have done as well without them especially Sciba. Hance, and Copley.” said Doug. He also thought the change in coaching from the. prior season was a success factor for the team. It also helped having my parents behind us. In spite of Doug's busy football and baseball schedule. Mr. EHS still found time to hunt, fish, and to spend with his girlfriend Leslie Lawless. He will attend Texas A l University and pursue his football career. “I have a dream of playing pro one day.” he said. Sports Features 113

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Tight UIL is just a name now. That's all the state is allowing it to be. They have gone too far, Coach Mike Sciba related the effects of House Bill 72 on the 75-year old UIL. Photo by L. Cates A controversial 54-yard field goal with 4 seconds left in the 3rd quarter wound up the scoring when Hastings defeated the Rams 9-7. Though there was much skeptism over the validity of the goal. Coach Sciba pronounced, The game is over. That's the way they called it. There is nothing we can do now. Photo by L. Cates Athletes ’ Feats Football Soccer Varsity Co-District Champs Boys Varsity 3rd District J.V. 2nd District Boys J.V. 1st Zone Sophomore 2nd District Girls Varsity 7th District 1 Freshman A 1st District Swimming and Diving Freshman B 3rd District Boys Swimming 6th Regionals Girls Swimming 2nd Regionals Volleyball Diving 1st District Varsity 7th District J.V. 4th District Golf Freshman 4th District Boys 6th District Girls 4th District Cross Country Boys 3rd District Tennis Girls 1st District Boys 4th District Girls 4th District Basketball Boys Varsity 2nd District Track Boys J.V. 1st District Boys Varsity 2nd District ! Boys Sophomore 2nd District Girls Varsity 5th District ' Boys Frosh A 1st District Boys Frosh B 4th District Baseball Girls Varsity 1st District Varsity 3rd District Girls J.V. 2nd District J.V. 6th District Girls Freshman 2nd District Sports Wrap Up 115