Caddo Magnet High School - Odyssey Yearbook (Shreveport, LA)

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Energize, exercise, get involved in Physical Education “Are you dressing out today?” “Are you kidding? It’s too cold!” “Test! What test!? Can I borrow your notes?” ‘Tve lost mine!” Such comments are often heard mixing through the gym on a typical school day. Some of Magnefs most memorable exper- iences may lie in the high school gym. It is here where the concept of a lifetime in sports is presented. It is here where the athletically inclined and less athletic types come together, approaching the subject from different viewpoints, but finding a unanimous discovery. From general phys¬ ical education to advanced gymnastics, there is something for almost everyone. “I never would have guessed golf could be so fun,” bubbles freshman Susan Bryant. Phys. Ed. allows not only a chance to leam and apply athletic skills but to make friends. Seniors re-live early days when, as freshmen, they met in the gym, slowly learning the ways of being a H.S. student. The less structured atmosphere of P.E. classes provide an easy pathway to grow socially. Junior Brenda Tipton remembers her P.E. days as “the perfect chance to drool over the male occupants” of her class. Combine Magnefs caring physical education instructors, a plethora of athle¬ tic activities, and a number of intelligent and eager students and you have found that certain drive behind the energy that exists only in the Magnet High School gym¬ nasium. Much flexibility and courage is needed to perform a maneuver such as this. The grace and technique to master such moves come from years of experience and a few falis. ‘Hey guys can you serve like this? While the correct position of serving is the one on the right, the left one is the trendy two-handed serve. 78 • Academics

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It is more than a matter of discipline It is ROTC “WeTe the best,” nonchalantly comments Bili McCollum, battalion executive officer for the Magnet R.O.T.C. unit. Despite its small size in contrast to other units in the parish, the Magnet group received the dis- tinction of the first honor unit in the parish. Obviously, the Magnet R.O.T.C. battalion performs with style and pride. Guides LTC Grassi and 1SGT Martino recognize the importance of leadership training in R.O.T.C. They concur, “We try to let the cadets run the battalion.” Stu- dents are not obligated to military Service, as some may assume. Rather they are giv- en a unique opportunity to acquire leader¬ ship skills and experience and discipline. Furthermore, R.O.T.C. students learn a va- riety of practical abilities, such as map- reading, first aid, and marksmanship. Students can actually pursue and spe- cialize in a specific area of interest to them. Despite our having no shooting range at Magnet, A B Rifle team members have for the lst 2 years participated in the city championship competition. The R.O.T.C. Rangers actually teach first aid, map read- ing, and physical fitness. The Rangers re- present an elite group, a group for which it is an honor to belong. If you were lost, you wouldn’t be lost for long if you were travel- ing with a member of the ROTC Orienteer- ing Team. Only a year old, the Drill Team has already participated in numerous com- petitions and parades. Through personal determination, Mag- net’s R.O.T.C. accomplishes much through its students, causing them to de- velop a healthy physical, mental, and so- cial outlook on today’s society. Junior Scott Caudle is framed by ROTC members saluting their swords. Extra care must be taken to prevent any sharp disagreements between these men! These ROTC members reveal true grit. After a long, hard day of school. what better way to relax than with a few hundred pushups? commanding respect A quiet smile, friendly wave of the hand and polite “thar.ks ' ■ always accompanied Clay Cathey on his rounds to collect attendance cards from first hour teachers. Tali and lean, Clay Cathey looked the part of the campus leader he was. Being the battalion commander of JROTC first meant that Clay had to dem¬ onstrate his knowledge of military Science and his potential for leadership. He suc cessfully completed a rigorous examina- tion and grueling interview to emerge as one of the two top cadets in the parish JROTC program. No sooner did the school year begin than Clay and JROTC geared up for action. Starting with the October field day at Barksdale Air Force Base and continuing through the military ball in April, Clay ef- fectively led his troops to superior ratings at the Annual Formal Inspection. Quick to give others credit for their hard work, Clay, who was rifle team captain this year, commended his sponsors and his fel- low cadets for their participation with the numerous after school practice sessions, the Independence Bowl, and the novice teaching experience at Stoner Hili Lab School. Proud to wear his ROTC uniform and proud to be a Magnet student, Clay Cathey deserved a meritorious award for his quiet leadership and esprit de corps — Reserved Officers Training Corps, that is. Drama And Dance And ROTC • 77

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Fencing is an art of early times. The fencing instrue tors take great care in encouraging moves, proper stance, and appreciation of the sport itself among fencing students. Grabbing ali the gusto as well as all the attention, this student shows being a little short does not hinder his ability to work out the big moves. Determination is etehed in the face of senior Kent Wren. Mastering the pummel horse is tough, requir- ing upper body strength as well as coordination. in the winner’s circle Poised and self assured before the camera, Rod Mat- thews is the picture of physical fitness. Jauntily strolling down the hall just be¬ fore fifth period fencing class, Rod Mat- thews often sported a girl on his arm, an easy grin on his face, and a fashionable “set of threads” on his lean frame. The leisurely pace usually became more enliv- ened as he approached the gym door. Once across that threshold, he was trans formed into Magnefs own perpetual mo tion machine. He got physical in physical education. With moves sleek as a panther’s and energy as boundless as his dreams, Rod and his athletic prowess have been the subject of many discussions among his intramurals opponents. His dedication to sport, accompanied by a profusion of sweat and uninhibited drive, has kept the spirit of team competition alive. Rod has stated that he doesn’t like to limit himself to one area; he likes all athletic events. He has served his teammates in the intramu- ral games well, for his leadership and skill have enabled his teams to stay right on target. Having voiced .hopes of becoming an Air Force pilot, Rod has been just as sharp in individual performances. Fleet of foot and swift of sword, he has foiled enough oppo¬ nents to reach national ranking as a fencer. Having qualified for the National Junior Olympie Fencing Championships in 1984 and 1986, Rod Matthews has truly stepped into the winner s circle. Physical Education Department • 79