Cayuga Community College - Nainrubua Yearbook (Auburn, NY)

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. l. . But What Do the Fans Do? They were always there, filling up the bleachers to see basketball and wrestling or resting on grassy hills to watch track, softball, or golf. But after the tenseness and glory of formal ath- letics, the fans got involved in some sports of their own. Since everyone had his own idea of the best way to spend an extra afternoon or evening, the variety of off-campus activities was infinite. One of the fastest growing sports in the area was foosball. A takeoff on the traditional soccer game, tables could be found in every bar and arcade around. Quarters piled up fast along the the edges as each challenger tried to get control of the table. More and more people developed a taste for the game, and competition was often stiff and exciting. A more energetic activity was jog- ging. Up until a few years ago it was considered a sport for jocks in train- ing, but it recently blossomed into the nation's latest fad. Classes were offered by the college in both jogging and fit- ness, and red sweatsuits dotted the hilly streets of Auburn as students met course requirements. Even people not involved in classes ran on their own. It was something that everyone seemed to to be doing. For those who loved winter activi- ties, Central New York was definitely the place to be. Although many people thought we got more than our share of snow, there were skaters, snowmobilers and cross country skiers who werenit complaining. Thriving on the crisp, cold air, they exercised and had a good time all at once. 3 Not allowed on the roads, snowma bilers developed highway systems of their own. They sped over snow- blown country fields and frozen ponu often coming home looking like the original version of the abominable snowman. The one-piece suits, helmet' and goggles were great protection, thoughg and enthusiasts often raced fa into the night. . More cross country skiers were a- round this year sliding on everything from sidewalks to back roads and fields. The sport, which can burn up a much as nine calories per minute, be- came exceedingly popular. It didn't have the thrill or sudden rush excite- ment of downhill skiing, but it was tez rific for exploring nature's lost nooks and cranies. p 70 Fans E

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,-'R' R- una.- r -1 iw . Q . X. Another winter sport that had noth- g to do with snow or ice was bowling. .ny students enjoyed this relatively :xpensive activity, and parking lots re often full at area lanes. Again, m classes were offered for beginners d semi-pros alike. After the winter months, because of E clear, scenic Finger Lakes dotting , region, many students became avid immers and water skiers. Out of the lakes Owasco was the closest to the lege, and Owasco Park provided a ritic spot for picnics as well as water xrts. Pedel-pushers were another com- in sight along the streets of Auburn. :ycles came in all colors, sizes, and 'ietiesg but those most often seen re the ten-speed type. The quick- fting gears made riding a lot easier, though coming up Genessee Street hill was difficult at any speed, The sport attracted many area cyclists, and their enthusiasm varied from a spin around the block to a 20-mile hike. Summer means green grass, flowers, and little kids with skateboards, right? Well, yes, but these surf-boards on wheels are no longer limited to the young, just the young at heart. The toy was first introduced in the 1950's but soon fell from popularity because of safety factors. The '70's, however, brought a more flexible wheel that turned in all directions. Thus, skate- boarding became a major industry as kids of all ages began to try it. Still relatively dangerous, the boards are supposed to be used with helmets and padding. As for the hills, Auburn pro- vided them all. ON TOP OF Mount Washington, Anne Phillips stops to rub some oil on her aching fcct. This climb was part ofthe New Hampshire trip taken by the group, the Explorer Post. ON HIS WAY TO another strike, Tim Brennan tallys up a score of 153. He said that this was definately one of his better days since he usually averages about 110. Another summer attraction, tennis, was offered as a school sport, but again there were many enthusiasts not on the team. A few years ago it became one of the most popular activities in the country, consequently, open courts were often hard to find. So that's what the fans did when they weren't cheering for the Spartans. There were many more informal sports with special interests in such things as mountain climbing, hang gliding, horse- back riding, and scuba diving. The di- versity was almost as great as the num- ber of students. However, whether they were indoor, outdoor, winter, spring, summer, or fall activities, they all brought excitement to accent the year. Fans