Cerritos High School - Sin Igual Yearbook (Cerritos, CA)

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A SLOW BEGINNING, PICKED UP The Don's Varsity Basketball team had a very successful year. Not only did they win their first Sam Gabriel Valley league Championship (11-1), but they returned to the C.I.F. playoffs for their first time in four years. Our M.V.P. and the scoring record holder was held by Joe Yezbak. The Don's played in three tournaments. The first w'as our own Cerritos-Gahr tournament, at which the Don’s lost to Valley Christian 53-51. Then they traveled to Chino, but also had the same results. The Dons lost the championship game to Bonita 53-52. After these minor disappointments, the Don's managed a consolation Championship up at Cabrillo winning Lompoc 76-45. Our well deserving M.V.P. Joe Yezbak made All Tournament at all three of these ... We're proud to have such a dedicated player on our team! 1. VVith a few seconds left in the quarter. Doug Stout tries to make some extra points 2. A quick pep-talk with coach Desborough 3. loe Yezbak looks for an open teammate to pass to. -4. Let s see. 2 centimeters to the right, and 4 to the left, says Cary. 5. If you think you're going to make any points, you're crazy' says Ketty Andrews. 6. Raise your hand, raise your hand if you're sure! 7. “Not a very good guard . .. laughs loe. 8. Doug Stout goes up for jump ball against opponent. 9. I he lolly Ethan Giant. B6 Var. Boys' Basketball

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TALENTED AND DEDICATED! The 1982 Frosh Basketball team under the excellent coaching of Joe Mendoza and Ceroge Yezback had a successful and enjoyable season. They had an overall record of 13-6 and a 8-4 league record. In the first round of league the Baby Dons lost to Gahr and Lynwood by one and two point margins. Coach Mendoza said, They lacked the confidence and experience to win close games. The turning point came with a 49-47 overtime win over Lynwood, in the second round of league play. At that point in time. Coach Mendoza realized the tremendous improvement the team had made. The team consisted of fine and dedicated, young men and Coach Mendoza stated that they would all be winners at the Varsity level. 1 Ritchie Monteiro tippin' it in 2 lohn Hakopian choosing his best opening for the pass. 3. The Frosh Basketball team

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