Granite City High School - Warrior Yearbook (Granite City, IL)

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THREE UP-THREE DOWN by Gina Graham Entering the Warrior season, the 1982 Baseball team were up against many highly competative teams. With many long, frus- trating games, the Warriors finished the sea- son with a 15-18-1 record. Baseball is a sport which exhibits players individual talents. The 1982 Baseball team proved that ten individuals can form into one highly skilled team. Since almost all of the previous letterman were returning, any spectator could recog- nize an experienced and determined group of boys. Many of the players could switch and play any position needed. The starting position at the pitchers mound could be a mystery to some, since the team had several qualified players. Domi- nic Griffin, George Diak, and Tom Newton displayed their pitching arms sufficiently; while captains Rick Daily and Schnefke also played to their fullest potential at any posi- tion needed. Although every player played an impor- tant role concerning tne field play, the play- ers and coaches elected two highly deai- cated captains. Joe Schnefke and Rick Daily led the team to many victories and glorious times. The two players held many responsi- bilities; such as boosting spirits, easing tenses, and encouraging the players. The statisticians provided accurate records on the players batting and pitching. Senior stats Traci Conkovich, Stephanie Shank, and Lana Rice, attended every game possible to encourage the boys to victory. Some games lasted from after school until dark ana not a dull minute took place. The players who sat on the bench concentrated on the game while others were busy chew- ing their tobacco. Although the season bare- ly missed a winning record, the boys still gave their best and deserved their victories. Dominic Griffin, captain of the 1983 Baseball team, predicts, I am looking forward for a good season. Although we play very competative opponents, knowing my fellow teammates, I am sure with the help of their dedication we will attempt to dominate the Baseball program. 26 BASEBALL

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When the school year begins to come to a close, students regain the fever to become in- volved in the activities at school. Several students spent the winter getting in shape. Meanwhile, oth- ers were rehearsing their lines for the spring play. For elegance, there was the prom. The oth- er tradition of elegance was May Day. With all of the girls dressed in spring colors, they ad- ded more of a touch of spring to the occasion. Although homecom- ing was not in the spring, it was a special way to start the school year. The Homecoming week was unforgettable with the play GREASE, and the Queen and King, Amy Dillard-Part- ney and Phil Dudak. In this section lies memories not to be for- gotten of Spring and Fall 1982. by Chris Peterson SPRING 1982

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2 1. Coach Modica gives Rick Daily and other teamates a word of encour- agement before the game begins. 2. 1982 Varsity Baseball: Row 1: Kent Allen, Milt Roe, Mark Vanyo, Traci Conkokich, Stephanie Shank, Lana Rice, Scott Greathouse, Phil Dudak, and Dave Modrusic. Row 2: Joe Smith, Darrel Elmore, Jim Small, Dominic Griffin, John Linhart, George Jarvis, Dennis Gurkin, Tom Newton, Steve Manka, and Mike Zukas. Row 3: Greg Patton, Colen Feeney, Joe Schnefke, Rick Daily, George Diak, Larry Holder, Jeff Parker, Brent Feeney, and John Modica. 3. Coach Mo- dica uses team strategy to defeat their opponent. 4. Captain Rick Daily takes some advice from Coach Modica. 5. Captains Joe Schnefke and Rick Daily stand proud. BASEBALL 27