Bishop Amat High School - Tusitala Yearbook (La Puente, CA)

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r Young Talent Builds Hope The Ircshnnn h.i-.th.ill u.ini Inr f iis yc.ir i.is .1 loni; ro.id in front tit It. U ;V i .1 n l.in ily lit Iniitt chcihiU-. till ircslinun vnicr Anf;clii l.cJiiuv loniptli- tion for the first time iimhr the Iciik-rship of Tom Purddvs. in hi- hen ml e.ir of eo.nhintf ■ m.ii XOrkinf; .ilime. (o.uh I ' .ir.itles reieiies help from the other (o.iehi-. in sh.ip iiig the younf; te.im. Durini; the scison. our freshmen l.ne lejms that h,i e .1 mixture of freshmen .mil sophomores, tru- ly testing the skills ol the l.,ine- ers. W hen jsked ho» the te.im will fxrform in the se.isun. (o.uh I ' .irades commented th.it with the talent aynihhle, the team h.is gre.it promise. U C jre ery lonfident th.it iic will do well. Xith th.it winnini; .itti- tude. the Freshmen will e.irry on the proud tr.idition of .Am.it h.iseh.ill. ►- rifc o »!?%? . () i ' .n . (, fhii sii.siw ha i li.M I 19.

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Assests And Liabilities Under the leadership of Coach Sean Sullivan, the 1982-83 Lancers have a great challenge to surmount this season. The Junior Varsity team has set the goal of capturing the League Championship. To do this, the Lancers will have to work hard and overcome the challenge of a tough season. The pitching for the 1983 sea- son should prove to be strong. With Junior Rick Smith and Freshman Mike Kelley, the prospects of a strong pitching staff are promising. The Lancer defense should be another asset to the team. A solid infield and an excellent outfield will bolster the Lanc- ers defensive capabilities. John Jackson, playing center field, is the leader of the outfield, re- turning to Junior Varsity for the second consecutive year. Hitting is the big question. Though the Lancers have good speed, and have the ability for hit and run ball, hitting, the key to a running game, is inconsis- tant. The Lancers won ' t be rely- ing on the big hit this season, but in the hitters who can con- sistantly hit singles. So in their one weakness, the Lancers hope to build a viable strength. (Righi) Looking on, Coach Sullivan confers with cenierfield John Jackson. (Below right) Warming up, Andy Candleria prepares for batting prac- •.♦WJfWSlJET ' J«»» •» »- Back row: E. Bonia, M. Viera, C. Flares, E. Downs, R. Bonsall, J. Jackson. K. Caldwell, J. Rodriguez, C. Rosas, C. Lastition From row: L. Denim, M. Reyes, M. Kelly, S. Chavez, A. Candleria, J. Gustav Bartleit, R. Smith. M. Torres, S. Marroquin, W. Pruszynski, Coach Sullivan. 192 NOW PLAYING JV BASEBALL

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Success And High Hopes The 1983 Softball season has been very exciting and rewarding. The team. Coached by Miss Angel, Miss Faust, and alumnus, Lisa Hartnett, has worked very hard throughout preseason. The Lanc- ers, belonging to the tough An- gelus League, continued their win- ning ways in ' 83. This year ' s team has an abundance of young talent surrounding a core of experienced players. Heading the list of team leaders are seniors Cheryl Dazalla, shortstop, and Kaelyn Silva, catcher, both co-cap- tains. Lancer defense has shut-out some of the most powerful teams. Key offensive timing has helped Amat continue their dominance in league play. The team ' s winning attitude and overall strength made possible an- other CLF birth, this year compet- ing in the 4-A division. Continue d success and high hopes will find the Lancers in a top spot in the win category for 1983. (Below) Getting her form down. Lea Bradford pitches batting practice. (Bottom) Caught napping, Cheryl Dazalla attempts a last second dive towards first base. 194 NOW PLA YING SOFTBALL