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

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Senior Kelley Davis blocksthe Tiger opponent from taking control of his teammate’s pass and the Rams took the lead to win 5-0. Photo by M. Spiller Boys Varsity Soccer: Front: T. Kubecka, G. Barias, H. Mobley. B. Murphy. A. Elbsat, G. Martin, K. Davis. M. Mobley. 2nd: A. Bannwart, K. Campbell, C. Craw, R. Trevino. C. Kachilla, C. Constable, K. Smart, K. Campbell, S. Doria. Back: J. Smith, H. Patel, A.J. Fuller, R. Chamblee, D. Wilson, C. Adkins, R. Rao, Coach O'Keefe. Varsity Soccer District: 3rd Opp. Score Stratford 7-1 Spring Woods 4-3 Wostchester 3-2 Northbrook 6-1 Hastings 7-1 Spring Branch 2-2 Memorial 7-1 Stratford 51 Spring Woods 50 Westchestor 1-2 Northbrook 4-0 Hastings 3-5 Spring Branch 1-2 Memorial 7-2 The off season practice drills include passing, dribbling, and shooting the ball to gain eye-foot coordination which is what Ricardo Trevino is successfully maintaining. Photo by K. Sides Boys Varsity Soccer 91

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The first district game with Spring Woods brought the team a well-deserved victory scoring two goals in the final 10 seconds of the game. Photo by M. Spiller Fuller Named MVP Injuries Affect Standings There was no stopping the varsity soccer team in district. After several injuries to top players, the team’s first place rank in district dropped to third. Leading scorer Chris Adkins was injured before district playoffs and it was a big disadvantage. Right Half Doug Wilson said. “He was our main scorer as well as our inspiration. His absence definitely showed up in the final game scores. Other injuries included Seniors Gregg Martin and Rajesh Rao; both sprained their ankles. Despite the injuries, most valuable player A.J. Fuller pulled the team through. He stated. I am happy with my performance on the team. I scored more goals this season than last. Fuller has been playing soccer for eight years and is going to continue on at North Texas State University. Another skilled player, Doug Wilson, has played soccer for a total of 12 years. He replied, “My mother is of Spanish heritage so all of my relatives on her side got me to play.” The team's victories were numerous. During the Clear Creek tournament, the Rams defeated Clements (4-1), Fort Worth Southwest (3-1), and Katy Taylor (5-2) and finished 2nd in the 16 team statewide tournament. A tough, but well deserved victory was the Spring Woods game. After the first half, the Rams were losing 3-1. and a player had been kicked out of the game. Martin stated, “It looked pretty bad but the team united together and came back to win the game.” They won scoring two goals in the last 10 seconds of the game. Most of the players look up to Coach O'Keefe as their reason for excelling. Martin commented. “He is very effective in coaching. He concentrates on passing and shooting the ball, but his main goal is teamwork on the field. Wilson added. He's a great coach and I loved playing for him.” “It was better than last year's because we scored more goals than any other team in the district,” stated Rajesh Rao. He also felt the team has greatly improved mentally, physically, and strategically. By N. Miller. Reporter During the practice session. Right Half Doug Wilson attempts to block a pass. He stated earlier, Practice is tough in the off season, but breeze during the regul soason. Photo by K. Sides 90 Boys Varsity Soccer

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Froshman Ted Bicle receives a pass in the St. Thomas game. Ono of the many strong points of the team was good support from the bench, commented Junior Jason Smith. Photo by K. Sides JV Soccer Wins Zone ‘Stalwart Defense and Team Support Made It Happen!’ The team worked together like a well-oiled machine and each player was an intregal part. “Everybod performed well.” commented Mike Gray. In its third year, the team moved from a 2nd place zone rank to first place with no defeats in regular season play. The only loss they sustained was at the Strake Jesuit tournament. “We had a Stalwart defense that held our opponents to less goal completions, explained Left Fullback Jason Smith. Key defensive players included Jason Smith. Goalie Mike Gray. Center Fullback Anthony Bannwart, and was led by James Culbertson. Culbertson was named to the All-Tournament team at the Strake Jesuit Tournament. The team only allowed two goals for the entire tournament. The defensive mid-field game that the team played created a barrier for opponents. It allowed for two defeats of their rival Hastings. The first game was the most memorable. Both teams played their hearts out!” exclaimed Fullback Anthony Bannwart. David Huynh, leading scorer for the season, along with Karl Campbell and Steve Doria made the goals in the game. An Hoanh made an impressive penalty shot save also. “We played well throughout the game.” stated Jason Smith. Wendell Hearne coached for his year at Elsik. He chose soccer because the game is fluid and fast-paced.” and demands a great deal of athletic ability and quickness. His intensive practices developed ball-handling skills and emphasized getting to the ball quicker. The team got along well and respected him. “He was a good laid-back kind of coach and a nice guy.” reflected Goalie Mike Gray. The season was an enjoyable experience for everyone. “We all had a great time,” said Anthony Bannwart. By E. Hudson, Reporter Sophomore Karl Campbell gets ready to receive the ball saved by Steve Doria in the St. Thomas game. Dido Brummel waits In the background. They were not competition. We blew them away. said Sophomoro Anthony Bannwart. Photo by K. Sides Boys Junior Varsity Soccer: M. Smotzer.2nd:A.Hoang,S. Coach Hearne, H. Garcia, Front: T. Blele.C. Lehman, S. Vellz, P. Corcoran, J. Smith, Brummel, S. Cochllla, Doria, A. Bannwart, S.Garcia, D. Huynh, M. Gray. Back: Veomett, A. Tevan. 92 Boys Junior Varsity Soccer