Minnechaug Regional High School - Falcon Yearbook (Wilbraham, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 216 of the 1981 volume:

m WL ' BSMm fM.COM 1980 •ton ADVISOR Mrs. Jeserski BUSINESS ADVISOR Mrs. Bates MINNECHAUG REGIONAL HIGH 624 MAIN ST. WILBRAHAM, MA. WlLtKKAliAM jfUBJLuRj JoJLDXWVi 4 GONNA FLY NOW On December 17, 1903, in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, Wilbur and Or- ville Wright changed the lives of gen- erations to come by flying the first air- plane. With this accomplishment, the two brothers set off a chain reaction of aviation discoveries that is continuing today. As a result, we now live in an ex- tremely mobile society which takes for granted the ability to get literally an- where on earth in a matter of hours. In fact, today ' s world could not function without the quick and efficient trans- portation the airplane provides. Gov- ernments and large businesses de- pend on air travel to keep them close to foreign countries. The people who benefit the most from air travel, however, are the com- mon people like you and me who now have the chance to see and do things that were previously inaccessible. Commercial airlines began in the 1950 ' s starting an age of travel and tourism. Now it only takes five hours to traverse the country and six hours to cross the Atlantic. Within the last decade supersonic transports, commonly known as Con- cordes, the 747, and other jumbo jets have been perfected reducing the travel time between Europe and the U.S. by one-third. The achievements of the past eighty years are undoubtedly more than the wildest dreams of the Wright Brothers, but certainly the future will produce even more sophisticated descendants of Wilbur and Orville ' s original bi-plane. Jim O ' Shaughnessy 812733 ' ■: ' Nothing will ever be attempted if all possible objections must be first overcome. - Samuel Johnson (1709- 1784) PV M «?v ' - j •H ■ - T ■ 1 SPpbv AyjEtUQ - ¥gi? _ N H 1 m B ' T r -_. ' H i|i W R, J I f Darkness and the night have always been a subject of mystery and misunder- standing. In ancient times it was believed that evil spirits lurked after sundown; and even now, in the midst of our advanced society, nightime is alien and frightening to most people. Because everything we do is geared toward the use of our eyes, the daytime is the only place we can feel safe and secure. Yet, much of each day is without light. As a result, our modern world has done its best to eliminate darkness completely by illuminating anything possible. For our convenience, everything from doorbells to watches have lighting devices to make their use possible at all hours. With such luxuries most people can manage any- thing they want when they want without ever worrying about a lack of light. Even modem technology can ' t keep us out of the dark completely. When pow- er fails or batteries go dead, something we take for granted becomes an incon- venience for everyone. It makes us realize how helpless we can be. One place we can get a good perspective of our area during this daily period of isolation is on the mountain anywhere in the Wilbraham- Hampden area. This unique geological feature offers a spectacular nighttime view of the entire Pioneer Valley. Spreading under you can be seen twinkling lights from nearby Lud- low to Holyoke on the other side of the valley. Encompassed in your view are thousands of people, most of them sleep- ing. However, there are many who are wide awake. Night-shift workers, insomniacs, people with next-day deadlines to meet, and crying babies with no conception of time, are all a part of the nightime world. So. although it may look peaceful and almost eerily silent from a remote view point, the hours between 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. are an active part of many people ' s schedule. Jim O ' Shaughnessy ° O CHANGES AT CHAUG IN 80-81 $ Although there are always moans and groans in late August when the return to school approaches, it seems everyone involved is optimistic about the start of a new year. Students are eager to start out fresh with new teachers and courses, administrators want to make things run more smooth- ly than last year, and coaches want to better their past season ' s record. When everyone returned to Minne- chaug this fall. Their attitudes weren ' t the only things new at the school since last June. There were many physical differences. The most obvious one was the new paint job given to the cafete- ria and several of the halls. Also imme- diately noticeable was the new schedule which omitted snack break, reduced passing time between classes, and moved up the final bell from 2:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Other changes included the length- ening of detention from 50 minutes to 1 hour and 20 minutes, and the consoli- dation of last year ' s 3:30 and 5 p.m. late buses into one run leaving at 3:45 p.m. Another unique factor of the 1980-81 school year is the evaluation Minnechaug will undergo by a group of visiting educators in October. Our administration is confident that the evaluating team will be pleased with Minnechaug ' s progress, As the new school year got under- way in a slightly different environment, this optimistic attitude of the adminis- trators, teachers, and students was evident. So with a new outlook and new surroundings, things at Minne- chaug kept movin ' on up in Jim O ' Shaughnessy Venture thy fate skyward To feel what feels the bird The grasp of sun And earth The joy of feathered Bird ... - The Hominid Avian If you could once make up your mind never to undertake more work than you carry on calmly, quietly, without hurry or flurry and if the instant you feel yourself growing nervous and out of breath, you would stop and take a breath, you would find this simple common- sense rule doing for you what no prayers or tears could ever accomplish. - Elizabeth Prentiss (1818-1878) UP UP AND AWAY In the 1800 ' s, just the mention of man being able to fly brought on snickers and sarcastic remarks. Since then the whole concept of air travel has changed. With the invention of jet air- crafts and rocket ships, everyone now takes for granted man ' s ability to be transported through the atmosphere and beyond. One method of air travel hasn ' t changed much since those early days — the hot air balloon. When a man named Montgolfier launched the very first balloon in the early 1800 ' s, he was probably thought of as a lunatic. Al- though his idea does not play a large role in present day aviation, offshoots of his invention have in the past. Zep- pelins, dirigibles, or what we now call blimps rose in popularity during the 1930 ' s and hit their peak during World War II when they were used for recon- naisance. Soon after, these great air- ships became literally extinct making airplanes a better and safer alterna- tive. Although no longer feasible for com- mercial use. a small number of them still survive, the most recognizable being the famous Goodyear blimp. More common today are their smaller cous- ins, the hot air balloons. These are usu- ally owned and rented for recreational purposes by people who enjoy getting away from a highly mechanized soci- ety and being free. Totally unmotor- ized, the balloons can float for hours on wind currents traveling many miles. Re- cently three men completed the transatlantic journey in a balloon called the Double Eagle II putting themselves in the history books. To the typical person, however, these large, colorful airships are little more than very curious and unique conversation pieces with adventurous and foolhardy pilots. While other forms of transportation have evelved into modern, complex structure, the simple balloon has remained as it was in the 1840 ' s. Sorry, Mr. Montgolfier! Jim O ' Shaughnessy i Happiness is like a balloon. It starts out small, but the more that is added to it, the stronger and fuller it grows. -Anynomous v THE UPHILL CLIMB To be a Freshman again! No. scratch that, I ' ve waited long enough to be- come a Senior to go back and repeat the whole process like some forgotten eight-track. It has been interesting, though, after all I ' ve gone through. Going back to being a Freshman would be a little too severe after hav- ing already endured swimming in the dead of winter. So it ' s up, up and away to bigger and better things. The first thing that happened to this innocent Freshman upon arrival at Cahug was they handed me my Freshmen year schedule on a comput- er sheet I couldn ' t read and asked me to write it on a locator card I couldn ' t understand in triplicate in half an hour. They also expected me to understand blocks and their crazy system of rota- tion. To a confused Freshman, this is no small task! Sophomore year I improved a lot in that I got the blocks right, I no longer worried about the Seniors, and I didn ' t get lost. I could also laugh at Fresh- men. It was the first year that I was truly comfortable with the school. I knew where I was going, I knew more peo- ple, and I no longer felt insecure. The school became a place to learn. Sophomore year was also a killer for gym. Not only was there Sophomore pool, where you learned lifesaving and very nearly learned drowning, but also project adventure. In project adven- ture you had The Wall, The Wobbly Walk, The Trust Fall, and The Incline Log, where you learned the effects of paralyzing fear .... .... Juniors are nobody. Just thought you might want to know. They are neither here nor there. They can ' t graduate, they can ' t have the Fresh- men ' s amazement at a new school nor a Sophomore ' s pride in not being a Freshmen. Here I am in Senior year, and it feels good to be up here looking down on the three underclasses. I can finally say I made it to the top, and feel some of the glory of being a Senior. The pres- sures and worries of what ' s to come are fortunately not as great as the memories and fun times we ' re building in this final year of high school. Soon we ' ll be heading up, up and away into the world, unsure of where we ' re go- ing to land or how we ' re going to get there. CNPD ChMCRh | Oh! don ' t the days seem lank and long. When all goes right and nothing goes wrong? And isn ' t life extremely flat With nothing whatever to grumble at? - William Schwench Gilbert (1836-1911) bialt. £ f L- ■ ' The sea possesses a power over one ' s moods that has the effect of a will. The sea can hypnotize. Nature in general can do so. - Henrik Ibsen (1828-1926) f RISE ' N SHINE Sunrise, that spectacular morning occurrence that signals the start of a new day. Thousands of photographs have captured this unique time, and many songs and poems have been in- spired by its beauty. Everyone can conjure up a picture of a sunrise in their mind, but how many of us have ever been able to witness one? I know I haven ' t. Unfortunately, the sun rises each morning when I am either stumbling around in the kitchen recovering from too-short sleep or lying in bed trying to block out the noise of a ringing alarm clock. As the first sunlight of the day breaks the horizon in the East, I am gobbling down a cold english muffin or bowl of cereal, hurriedly showering, dressing, and combing my hair. Then, mad at the world, I collect my miscel- laneous books and papers and run out the door trying to catch a bus to somewhere I really don ' t want to go. This probably closely resembles the morning routine of many of you, and maybe it accounts for the overall gloomy atmosphere at school each morning. Of course, there will always be people who look forever fresh and rested; but for most of us, until after A Block we are in a state of limbo be- tween slumber and alertness. Perhaps we would all be better off if we got up a little earlier one morning, headed outside, and tried to catch a glimpse of the sun coming up. This probably isn ' t most people ' s idea of an exciting morning, they ' d most likely prefer to stick to their normal morning drudgery. If more of us were brave enough to try this early hour ' s exercise, however, I ' ll bet the same beauty that inspired people in the past would help us start the day with a much better attitude, and that would be better for everyone! Jim O ' Shaughnessy CM1DID CNAGKW ( — 1 1 J r Wk A 1 1 Jjfrfp i I M 3C5r x vC ■ A j hMB .jfZttmM zii Here ' s To The Leaders Of 1981 The Class of ' 81 officers were working hard for the present Senior Class long before the time of gradu- ation. The activities had to be planned well in ad- vance to assure a successful Senior year. Andrew Moore (President) along with Greg La- sonde (Vice President), Marcy Sitnik (Treasurer), Tracey Zeckhausen (Secretary), and Mrs. Browne (Advisor) began preparations for Senior year by working closely with the administration and previous class officers. The Senior prom, banquet, and graduation are all carefully coordinated to make the Senior year at Minnechaug memorable. The Senior kickoff dance in October began the long chain of events that were engineered by the officers to ensure that the whole class could participate in traditional Senior activities. Thanks to the hard work of our officers, our advi- sor, and assistance given by many other members of the Class of ' 81 and faculty, our Senior year was a great success. Claire Heffernan Class History 1977-1978 Everyone in the Class of ' 81 started their Freshman year with lots of enthusiasm but typical first-year problems. The very first was finding your way around in new surroundings. Other problems included dripping hair (from everyone ' s favorite, Freshman pool), big Seniors, remembering the order of rotating blocks, and getting our first fund-raiser, the pancake supper, off the ground. Infamous occurrences included a series of fires set around the school and the presence of an undercover policewomen who reported on the use of drugs and alcohol by Chaug students. If these two events didn ' t show us how fun Minnechaug would be in the coming years, we were hit with Arena in May. This was also the year the Falcon football team won the Suburban League title. All in all our first year wasn ' t that bad, and it prepared us for what was to come in our next three years at Minnechaug. 1978-1979 Sophomore year began with Project Adventure which was designed to build trust and confidence among fellow students. Then, we had another year of pool, this time a more practical life-saving course. It was also the year of our first major fund-raiser, the candy sale. The halls were flooded with eager candy sellers trying to hock chocolate bars to earn money for their class and win prizes for themselves. We also designed and selected our class rings, held a bake sale, and won the J.C.L. Battle of the Classes dance. This was the year the speed bumps at the Tinkham gate were put up and down, up and down, up and down . . . Again our Falcon football team captured the Suburban League championship, this time with an undefeated season. 1979-1980 Junior year meant mandatory driver education, which then led to behind-the-wheel training and finally getting the eagerly awaited driver ' s license. More fund-raisers came our way. The calendar drive turned us into instant door to door salesmen. Luckily we had no more pool requirements, but those crafty Phsy. Ed. people did introduce us to square dancing. It was also the year of standardized testing. The P.S.A.T. in the fall and later the S.A.T. and A.C.T. Again we won the J.C.L. Battle of the Classes dance. The end of the year marked our last year of that madhouse called Arena and the prelude to our Senior year. 1980-1981 Senior Year. After three long years it finally arrived. This year started with the kickoff dance, the turkey raffle, and the work weekend, our last fund-raisers. Besides keeping up with school work we were occupied with college interviews, filling our endless applications, and most importantly, deciding what direction was for us (college, job. etc.) come June. At the end of the year came the 50 days dance, prom, banquet, and finally . . . graduation! Although the long awaited graduation ceremonies meant no more high school, it also marked the last time we appeared together as an entire class. It was a time for memories, the happy and the sad, as well as a time for hopes and expectations for the future. Farewell and good luck to all!!! I Peter Hassiotis Karl Anderson Christine Mary Arabik Monica Ardolino Debra C. Atkinson Pamela M. Atkinson Mariah L. Bailey Paul David Barry Richard D. Bartels David E. Barton Kimberly Barufaldi Laurie Bennett Renee M. Bergeron Dean L. Birkhaeuser David Bishop Jeffrey C. Blanchard . ' .MCI Karen L. Bliss Kathy A. Blomberg Adam Booth We are what we pretend to be. Kurt Vonnegut, Jr. Jeri Boucher Al D. Boulanger David F. Bourcier Carole E. Bourget John C. Boyer ■ i 4 1 1 4 liMMMHHIIMjU pfiP ad i ' Elizabeth Brainerd Gregory P. Brochu 22 ) Joanne M. Bureau Mark S. Busha Kevin M. Butler Laurie Byrne Michael J. Caliento Jr. Nobody can be exactly like me. Sometimes even I have trouble doing it. Tallulah Bankhead Rob Collette Karl Corser Catherine Anne Cote Mary Courtney Heather Ann Covault Holly Anne Covault Thomas Coville Gregg H. Crossman I ' d rather be dumb and clean than smart and dirty, anytime. Dr. Norman Vincent Peale Douglas E. Dragon Margaret Driscoll Michael P. Drumheller Christopher J. DuBour Peter G. Dunn Brian Fabian Susan Lynne Farlinger John D. Farrington Kristin Denise Fegley Dawn A. Ferguson Tammy Gadreault Megan Gallagher David C. Gartner Robert Gary Nancy Getchell Brenda M. Gladu I ' ve developed a new philosophy ... I only dread one day at a time. Charlie Brown 27 Clark Goebel Manuel Gomez William Gordon Ivan Goss Jonathan Grande Kristin Marie Graves Robert Greco Suzanne Grundstrom Shawn M. Guertin Robyn Gurecki TO Li Austin Louis Gurney Richard L. Guthrie Krista M. Hahn Kathleen A. Hartin Peter Hassiotis Claire L. Heffernan Joseph H. Henningsen Linda Hermance Deborah Ann Hnatow Kim Erica Holden Elaine M. Horton Theresa C. Howland Wendel Hulbert Elizabeth Jane Hurley wl ftttlfm lf t £ r R« v i l lft BV NfU ' l di •lift n !T Valerie A. Hutchinson Daniel J. Jacek Val Jackson Lori Jacquinet Arthur Jensen Glenn R. Jobson Kim Johnson Arlene K. Jordon 1 mj ' ' mr P f j% i 1 J • . 1 ' I I FlrTl Tfa Yl Kathleen Marie Kane Richard E. Katsanos Be a friend to a friend Give him laughter for laughter. (Norse Mythology) Monique Rogers Donald M. Kroll Geralyn Kubik Jonathon Kullberg Todd Richard Labine Anne R. LaFrance Hi i te __ j l i J p M Lisa Langone Gregory Lasonde Can a baby be born pregnant? Kristen Norwood Deborah Lennan James Leone Mark Libby Circumstances alter faces. Carolyn Wells i % Jkftk Mir s ■ x tlr r L A ' jL T MW ■l L ! F |e. ML Mary Beth Logan Steven Luksis Mark Lucek Shaun Mayer Linda Mandolini Josepl Marchesseault Brian Maryott Jennifer Mayer Mark Mazur Jane McCarthy ps m ■P |? m 1 ' • 1 i Every moment is a risk. Jack Swigert „ iv l oi iuiu Scon H. McGaunn Theresa E. McGee Karen L McGrath Thomas McGuill 1 I 1 Kevin J. McLaughlin Michael A. Megliola Marcelle R. Melbourne Pamela Ann Melcher Kricor K. Melikian ■Pil W ' ■ ■„ m ' . 1 W -H J Michael Nestor LuAnne F. Nompleggi Daniel Normandeau n1 a 8? - . Brian Normoyle Kristen Norwood Kurt Norwood r -■•;; Beth A. O ' Brien Margaret Maryanne O ' Hagan Mark Paradis Deborah Parker There is only one me, I will never be a second best someone else, I am the best me there is. Sue Farlinger James O ' Keefe Philip Orciuch Karen Orszulak f f 1 o 9 ■ ■ John Ort Lisa Ann Palmioli David C. Papesh Richard M. Sajdak David Alan Scott Tracy L. Scott Joseph E. Servidio Peter Setian Kevin Sha I 42 For every gain in life, there is a loss. For each loss, we gain. Rick Messier Margaret A. Sullivan Diana Swain Steven Swenor James Talbot Joan E. Tamsey ss Dorene Thibeault Gregory R. Thomas Donald Thompson It ' s not easy being green! Bob Flagg Susan L. Thorpe Mary Elizabeth Trebbe Karen L. Turley Lynn Ann Tyburski Robert Veideman Debra Wilkinson Alfred E. Newman John Willey Sandy Willey WM -■ m pjf- C j ) V f mk{ ALMi-i ' flR IB J ■ j ' ! ' Jll flHr d( BLlL a Lj iJk Suzanne Wisnewski Diane E. Wolford .jp J - i- 1 f s, f % -• F V .■■. w 7 ' At Erich Worster Alan Wytas Paul John Young Tracey E. Zeckhausen Don ' t walk in front of 1 may not lead me Just walk beside me 1 may not follow and be my friend . . . Don ' t walk behind me Photo Shy Robert Mott Karen Askins Christine O ' Connell Mark Bates Daniel Ogoley Valerie A. Bolduc Peter Pacosa John Bressette Eric Page Robin Chichakley Doryne Pederzani Sally Cochran Donald Perrone Julie Czaplicki Steven Pinell David Degon Scott Poissant Edward W. Donald Roach Dunscombe Richard Schubach Mark Eaton Jeffrey Sharlow Merl Fasth Cheryl Skinner Lenna Garibian Toni Sleith Christopher Tim Smith Hawthorne Brian Specht Cindy Hutchinson Ed Thomas Cheryl Ladue Jennifer Tibbetts Todd LaMotte Karen Vance Lauree LaValley Calvin Warner Elizabeth Leonard Christine Witkop Ron Morgan Gregory Zorzi senior life work it up! DRESS UP! HALLOWEEN 1980 w -£ - GA f ' I • - n ' HP; H83 9P 1 senior life Sn The only man who ever got all his work done by Friday was Robinson Crusoe. General Features Corp. fwilfii ■■■ The voice of dissent must be heard. Henry Ford Heads Up! 71 Double up! Being a twin means learning to hate seating plans. In first grade it was great because Kurt was the only person I knew. By twelfth grade, though, it got pretty annoying. Then, of course, as the teacher is seating us she realizes we have the same last name. Both of you are Norwoods? Are you related? Yes, we grum- ble in unison, we ' re twins. Twins?! You don ' t look like twins, she says accusingly as if she had uncovered some big conspir- acy. Well, we are. Most people think it ' d be great to be a twin, and actually there are more good things than bad. When we were little, birthdays used to be big events. In kindergarten we were each others show and tell project because we were the only twins in the class. In grade school I never had to worry about what bus to take because Kurt always knew. As we got older, it was conve- nient to get homework or share books. Guess I ' m going to miss him next year, but I ' m sure not going to miss the days of alpha- betical order. - Kristen Norwood I remember the first time I found out that I was a twin. I had just been born when the doctor walked in and said. Son, we did all that we could, but I ' m afraid that you ' ll be a twin for the rest of your life. It didn ' t really happen that way. but it does seem like I ' ve been a twin all my life. Kristen has always been there, in the same house, at the dinner table, in the family pictures (and those are the twins, Kurt ' s on the left). Being of different gender, we don ' t encounter the same prob- lems. We don ' t fight over clothes, we don ' t have to wear differ- ent color socks so people can tell us apart, none of Kristen ' s dates have ever tried to pick me up by mistake. We can ' t fool the teacher or friends, and we don ' t have twin power. Who ' s the favorite? Who ' s the first? Does it really matter? To answer one of the questions — it ' s me! Now you can pick the question! - Kurt Norwood Seniors ' Choice Shortest-Jane McCarthy Tallest-iany Bauer Most Mischievous-James Leone and Diane Wolford y § 1 V Laverne and Shirley-Knsien Norwood and Kristin Graves Pete and Repeat-Brian Maryott and T.J. Samra Class Partiers- Mary Courtney, Ron Morgan Nicest Smiles- Kathy Hartin, Dean Birkhauser rs ■ Hvidualists- Lenna Garribean, Bob Flagg Class Clown-Bob Flagg Quietest- Bill Follansbee, Doryne Pederzani Seniors ' Choice Class Clown, Biggest Eater-Joanne Bureau M ■ Jj7 B Funniest Laugh-Russ Plugge, Lisa Langone Best Dressed-i sa Lan- - — mr Class Jock-Pam Melcher Done Most for the C ass-Tracey Zeckhausen Nicest Hair-D ana Swain Class F ns e ns-Kristen Norwood, Bok Friendliest, Most Spirited, Lou- Cooley desf-Lori Jacquinet ' sA Most Likely to Succeed-Marcy Sitnik Done Most for the Class, Most Likely To Succeed-Andy Moore Class F t-Kristen Skala K HPIk 1m, fgJk 1 1 .- ! Absentee Ballots C oss Coup e-Lance Firth and Teresa Figoni fiesf Dressed- John Tarbell Favorite Party Spof-Anytime- Anywhere Favorite Food-Pizza Favorite Seer-Molson Golden Ale Favorite Bana ' -Rossington- Collins Band Favorite Song-Time for Me to Fly-REO Favorite Car-Corvette Favorite Radio Station-WCCC Take Me Down to Funky Town. Lipps, Inc. Senior Life m J , j k II iih ii ii , r . ' AM ■ SL I ?■ Action Succeeds-Generous Living I will do more than belong-l will participate. I will do more than just care-l will help. I will do more than just believe-l will practice. I will do more than just be tair-l will be kind. I will do more than forgive-l will forget. I will do more than teach-l will inspire. I will do more than give-l will serve. Chris Arabik 1981 Senior Life IN MEMORY OF ADBM1VI8- GRADE 0R ntM TRATION WEEK BEGINNING NOTES J thUr Jut OuU- jl4 U OJ COUsn+S. CoiAjicl s9 01 asouJLcjl J ? jh (fOu ooJuXi cut - c u. 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Their first loss came against division rival Classical in late November, but the highlight of the regular season came the week before. In that game, Minnechaug scored an impressive come-from-behind victory over top-ranked West Spring- field to gain a berth in the Super Bowl. Leading the team through this successful season were senior captains Tom Coville, Bill Follansbee, Joe Henning- sen, and Glenn Jobson. Henningsen and Coville as well as senior Joe Marchessault were defensive standouts, leading the team in tackles. Also turning in strong seasons on defense were Jerry Wawrzyk and Larry Bauer. The offense was directed by quarterback Bill Follansbee. One of his primary passing targets was Greg Ellington, and coming out of the backfield were sophomore sensations Bruce Strange and Mike Skala. Head coach Mr. Tom Sawyer was in charge of the team for the fo urth year. Mr. Winston, Mr. Mina, Mr. Martin, and Mr. Nanartawich were assistants, and Mr. Miller was the team ' s trainer. All of the coaches as well as returning team members are looking towards another super season next year, by Jim O ' Shaughnessy 1. Mike Skala tackles his opponent. 2. Senior Greg Lasonde has it under control. 3. Waiting to join the action. 4. Sophomore standout Bruce Strange gets ready to ward off his opponents. 5. A questioned call. 6. Greg Ellington carries it home. te k VARSITY FOOTBALL 8-1-1 JV. FOOTBALL 0-5-2 First Row: D. Birkhaeuser, S. Clark, M. Caliento, G. Jobson (Capt.). T. Coville (Capt.). B. Follansbee (Capt.), J. Henningsen (Capt.), J. Wawrzyk, G. Thomas, G. Ellington, T. Stolki, Second Row: K. Moriarty, D. Papesh, L. Bauer, J. Marchesseault, K. McCullough, J. Coffey, T. Stevens, C. Goebel, G. Lasonde, Third Row: T. Schwendenmann, S. Barrett, J. Szmyt, K. Goodreau, P. Rymsza, K. Parks, T. Sares, D. Person, Fourth Row: K. Tobias, C. Thibeault, D. Trevallion, B. Riddle, T. Larson, K. Birkhaeuser, Fifth Row: B. Strange, M. Skala, G. Gwatkin, T. Bishop, A. Fabian, S. Lucas, J. Schnepp, Sixth Row: J. Mello, D. Keith, S. Rymsza, C. Christiansen, M. Sweeney Missing: R. Webber, J. Zephir, FRESHfTlAN FOOTBALL 3-4-1 First Row: D. Langone, P. Sares, R. Thi- beault, D. Macero, G. Thomas, S. Simpson, B. Orciuch, Second Row: D. Brooks, S. Miller, J. Plant, D. Hagopian, K. Chambers, R. Cash, B. Bracci, M, Vickowski, B. Auslander, D. Tarr, R. Hill, Third Row: Coach Mina, P. Kendel, R. Thorpe, J. Barnard, D. Overton, T. Nor- moyle, J. Brescia, K. Larson, R. Young, D. Chabot, J. Albano, D. Sheehan, M. Kiendzior Missing: M. Urlage 9tt ERLEflDING | next cheer. 3.Belinda Walt enthusiastically cheers on. 4. The cheerleaders keep going, even in the freezing cold at Longmeadow. This year ' s cheerleading squad worked harder than ever under the coaching of veteran cheerleader Ann DeNucci. The team really appreciated her though, as those early morning August practices surely paid off. The team was always together and always enthusiastic. A lot of credit also goes to two-year captain Lisa Langone, whose efforts and organization made the girls a unit. Seniors Kathy Hartin, Lee-Ann Podgorski, Monique Rog- ers, Kristen Skala, and Janet Welch all displayed their talents through the year with great spirit. Besides having well-qualified leaders from the senior class, the under- classmen were well represented by juniors Jill Hetrick, Belinda Walt, and Jill Whyte, along with sophomores Meg Fraser, Lori Landers, and Anne Piecuch. Instead of cheering just at football and basketball games, the cheerleaders had other responsibilities this year. They began cheering regularly for the Varsity soc- cer team and they decorated the cafeteria for the Sen- ior Kick-Off Dance. But leading the Pep Rally was prob- ably the biggest part of the year. Doing cheers, playing games, and having food fights in front of the whole school gave everyone something to cheer about. by Charlene Downes 44 37 386 VARSITY CHEERLEflDING Left to right: L. Landers, J. Hetrick, J. Welch, M. Rogers, L. Podgorski, K. Skala, L. Langone (Captain), K. Hartin. J. Whyte, B. Walt, M. Fraser, A. Piecuch. JV CHEERLERDING First Row: S. Guarrera, C. Gwatkin (Capt.), T. Hurley, Second Row: B. Dickenson, D. Bachand. Third Row: A. Wolford, H. Partyka, L. Brayton, C. Jones, K. Carlson. 1. Rob Gibson chips the ball down the Rick Messier fights his Lancer opponent for the ball. 3. Eric Jones shows some fancy footwork Minnechaug ' s varsity soccer teams have come a long way!! Since 1974, the teams have risen from Division III to Division I in the highly competitive Pioneer Valley Soccer League. During that time Minnechaug captured two Division III championships and topped Division II three times. This success pushed the team into more competitive divisions, and after last season, the team made its final step. This year was Minnechaug ' s first in Division I, meaning they were playing against the likes of West Springfield and Ludlow, some of the best teams in the State. As a result of this tough schedule, the team ' s record suffered, but Senior Captains Andy Moore and Chris Shay kept the team motivated through the trying season. Compounding the problem of facing tough opponents each week was a shaky goal-tending situation. In the first game of the season the team ' s starting goalie, Bill Cameron, was kicked in the stomach and was lost for the entire season. Junior Todd Fuller was forced to leave his regular halfback position and take over in goal, doing an excellent job. At other positions, Seniors Doug Vierthaler and Russ Stone played well at wing and fullback respectively. Juniors, John Metzger, P.J. Cambo, and Bob Downes had good seasons and should be back to lead the team as seniors next year. Keith Pokorny, a sophomore, was also impressive in his first year with the team. Coach Andy Whalen has all returning team members on an Off Season weight program, planning ahead for the 1981-82 season. Obviously, the squad has chalked up its first year in Division I to experience and is ready and willing to make a serious assault on those top-flight opponents next year, by Jim O ' Shaughnessy 1. Captain Andy Moore slides for ball. 2. Senior co-captain Chris Shay concentrates on his foot work. 3. Phil Servidio gets ready to fake out his opponent. 4. Kris Kober takes charge. 5 6. Chuck Hough battles for the ball, then gets ready to turn and shoot. 7. Rob Gibson in a foot race versus Longmeadow. 1. Senior halfback Rob Gibson challenges his oppo- nent. 2. Chris Shay outmaneuvers the Longrneadow line. 3. Kris Kober attempts a block. VARSITY SOCCER 1-12-2 First Row: P. Cambo. P. Servidio. A. Moore (Capt.). C. Shay (Capt), P. Dunn. J. Metzger, K. Pokorny. Second Row: K. Kober. B. Downes, R. Gibson, C. Hough. T. Fuller. R. Stone, B. Viedeman, E. Jones. R. Plugge. R. Messier Missing: D. Vierthaler JV SOCCER 3-10-2 First Row: J. McGaunn, A. Young, R. Thomas, T. Messier (Capt.), R. I Shultz, D. Lloyd (Capt.), W. Azar, M. Presz, H. Carranza. Second Row: | R. Carrigan, J. Shay, A. Falcetti, M. Shea, J. Walker, J. Berenson, M. j Powell, D. Wise, K. Shaw, Coach Tipaldi FRESHfTlflN SOCCER 9-3-2 First Row: W. Fuller, T. Sullivan, B. Santella. B. Gallant (Capt), B. Downes (Capt.), T. Scott, L. Walker. J. Norman- deau. Second Row: E. Fargueson (Mgr.), F. Schmidt, B. Barry, D. Cappablanca, T. Moore, T. Moriarty. D. Mendoza, J. Boucher, G. Holman, B. Boilard, J. Hartin, A. Marchessault. Coach Balser FIELD HOCKEY 1. Senior Tri-captain Marcy Sitnik clears ball from the opposition. 2. Fullback Karen Turley concen- trates on her stick work. 3. Joan Tamsey looks for an open teammate. 4. Captain Betsy Brainerd beats out her Longmeadow opponent. 5. The bench shows excitement after a Falcon goal. OK ladies we ' re going to do a little bit of running ... . A little bit was a major understatement. The girl ' s field hockey team started out the season with five-hour sessions in 90 degree weather. No one will ever forget the little 3 mile jaunts through the woods. But the hard work really paid off. The Falcon field hockey team made it all the way to the semi-finals of the Western Mass. tournament. , Contrary to the superstition that 13 is an unlucky number, the field hockey team had 13 seniors, who along with 6 underclassmen, led the way to the best season ever. With so many good players, the team was powerful both offensively and defensively. Making up the offensive line inside positions are captain Arlene Jordan, Kathy Kane and Suzy Jones. The wing positions were played by Carrie Garvey and Diana Swain, with back-ups Anne LaFrance and Sue Thorpe. The midfielders were often referred to as the awesome threesome consisting of Captains Marcy Sitnik and Betsy Brainerd, playing link positions and Linda Mandolin! playing center halfback. The opponents had a tough time getting through the midfield but they had an even tougher time getting through the brick wall defensive playing of fullbacks Karen Turley Linda Sattler, Mary Sullivan, and Anne Lindahl. Then if all else failed, the playing of Carol Ferner or Joan Tamsey in the sweeper position would save the day. The Falcon goal cage was always well guarded by goaltenders Carol Zirakian, Diana Nolte, and Kim Holden. . Under the excellent coaching of Mrs. Caron, the team proved that they had the ability to be winners. Their most outstanding victory was the 2-1 upset over second-seeded Mt. Greylock in the guarterfinal round of the Western Mass. tournament. The season brought some unforgetable memories: sisters, brothers, Lola, the agony of ten laps, and lots of good times, by VARSITY FIELD HOCKEY 10-3-2 First Row: B. Brainerd (Capt.). A. Jordan (Capt.). M. Sitnik (Capt.) Second Row: S. Thorpe. K. Turley. A. LaFrance. C. Ferrier, D. Swain. J. Tamsey. L. Mandolini. K. Kane Third Row: Coach Caron, M. Sullivan, D. Nolte. A. Lindahl. L. Sattler. K. Holden. S. Jones Missing: C. Garvey. C. Zirakian JV FIELD HOCKEY 5-3-2 First Row: A. Majkiewicz (Capt.), J. Tamsey (Capt.) Second Row: T. Blanchard, R. Benoit, K. Tamsey, S. Springer, G. Sherman, A. Paulhus, S. Mandolini, L. Rigney Third Row: Coach Janhunan, B. Insley, D. Robinson, T, Rae, J. McMann, D. Wilson, S. Desautelle, S. Lannon, P. Havican, A. Sitnik. CROSS COUNTRY fnP ' tf ' P 1 t  ■; mJl m 1. John Farrington with 330 to go. 2. Kevin Stone and Art Jensen side by side. 3. Chris Cloutier about to overtake his opponent. 4. Sophomore Don Flynn concentrates on a There aren ' t hundreds of fans cheering them on, no refreshments are sold at their meets, and you don ' t even have to pay to watch, but that doesn ' t mean Minne- chaug ' s Cross-Country team isn ' t worth a look. This year ' s squad compiled an 8-3 league record finishing fourth out of twelve teams. Chris Cloutier, a senior and first-year team member, was a pleasant surprise to Coach Bamford, who believes Chris developed into one of the better runners in Western Mass. during the course of the season. He captured twelve team first places and five meet first places to lead the team. Right behind him in scoring were Co- Captains Kevin Stone and Ken Schafer. Also running well was first-year man John Farrington, a senior, and junior girls Janet Sweetman and Melanie Van Amsterdam. Since there were no junior boys on the 1980 team, hopes for the future are riding on freshmen and sopho- mores who performed very well this season. Among them were sophomores Dan Flynn and Mike Picarcik and fresh- men Ken Belanger and Mike Vemette. Other promising underclassmen were Paul Snow and Dave Putnum. So, with or without publicity and attention the team will continue into the 1980 ' s. The up and coming underclass- men will provide the nucleus for next year ' s team, assur- ing Minnechaug ' s Cross-Country of a bright future, by Jim O ' Shaughnessy CROSS COUNTRY 8-3 First Row: M. Vermette. D. Flynn. C. Cloutier, K. Schafer (Capt.), K. Stone (Capt.). J. Farrington, A. Jensen. K. Be- langer. Second Row: Coach Barrett, R. Sternberg, M. Solaroli, J. Sweetman. W Mawry, M. Perusse, M. Letendre, M. Pilarcik. D. Putnam. A. Kotomski, Coach Bamford Missing: M. Van Amsterdam. 1. Kevin Stone races down the back stretch. 2. Chris Cloutier headed for home. 3. The smooth rythym of Chris Cloutier. 4. The grit of determination of Ken Schafer ' s face. SOCCER 1. Senior Co-captain Pam Melcher sprinting past her Classical opponent. 2. After scoring a goal. Pam is congratulated by her teammates. 3. Co-captain Diane Wolford and junior Jackie Moriarty get ready to trap the ball. 4. Halfback Val Hutchinson concentrates on a chipshot. 5. Junior Jacquie Willson takes over once again for the Falcons. Wi i I «•. Coach Jay Deely ' s awesome soccer team produced Western Mass. finalists this year achieving an excellent 1 1- 4-3 record. This talented crew was the only soccer team in Minnechaug history to ever reach the finals of a Western Mass. soccer tournament. They dragged the season on as long as it could go by bringing West Springfield into two overtimes in the final round before losing 1-0. After getting their feet on the ground, with positions and all, the team skyrocketed into the best season ever. They defeated many opponents, the best win being over top seeded and undefeated Cathedral in the tournament. Mindy Harris was shifted back to mind the nets this season after playing center halfback for two years. Mindy emerged as one of the best goalies in Western Mass. Co-captains for the Falcons were Pam Melcher and Diane Wolford. Pam and Diane both came through in the end to score the clutch goals. Jane McCarthy was the one who scored the goals in the most crucial games of the season. Joanne Bureau was one of the best sweeper fullbacks in the league. And despite many injuries, she had a perfect season for the Falcons. Seniors Charlene Downes, Meg Sullivan, and Val Hutchinson, did the job at the right and left halfback positions. Returning starters for the Falcons will be Jennifer Willson, a top scorer in Pioneer Valley, Julie Zimmerman, a promising fullback along with Jackie Moriarty, Sue Harris, and Jacquie Willson, a top-notch center halfback. A strong second string will fill in the gaps of lost seniors to hopefully produce another winning season, by Jacquie Willson ■ ' HPBI 1. Lisa Schmidt battles with an opponent. 2. Senior sweeper JoAnne Bureau is congratulated by Coach Deely after a good game. 3. Jackie Moriarty, a big contributor to the Falcon defense, fights even with only one shoe. 4. Jane McCarthy and Pam Melcher start one of their many effective passing drives. 5. Goalie Mindy Harris with another excellent save. 6. Captain Wolford takes out her Longmeadow opponent. 7. Coach Deely gives his half time talk. 8. The team after a practice in the rain. 4 L N 1. Jane McCarthy juggles the ball versus Classical. 2. Sue Harris is helped off the field. 3. Val Hutchinson beats out her opponent it - ! VARSITY SOCCER 9-3-3 First Row: P. Melcher (Capt.). D. Wolford (Capt.), Second Row: V. Hutchinson, J. Bureau. J. McCarthy, M. Sullivan, C. Downes, Third Row: Je. Willson, Ja. Willson, M. Harris, L. Wuerthele, S. Harris, J. Moriarty, Coach Deely, D. Scott, M. Clark, J. Zimmerman, A. Crawford, L. Schmidt, L St. Ger- main JV SOCCER 8-5 First Row: R. Russell. J. Guarnora, B. Williams, S. Clark, L. Thomas. J. Poulopoulos (Capt.), K. Mawaka, B. Tronsky, L. Witkop, K. Murphy, J. Merwin, Second Row: L. Motyl, E. Henningsen, K. Burke, T. Hebert, T. Witkop, W. Broughton, K, Madden, M. McCullough, L. Ablondi, K. Singizer, N. Sher- man, C. Protheroe, Coach Wuerthele, Missing: S Hesser 1. A fantastic Falcon goes for gold. 2. Lisa Pabich awaits her time. 3. Captain Linda Hermance modeling the latest in swimwear. 4. Senior Claire Heffernan shows her style. 5. Freshman standout Lisa Riddle demon- strates one of her many abilities. The 1980 Girls ' Varsity Swimming and Diving Team per- formed well this season, producing a 10 and 5 record. The team ' s captain, Linda Hermance and three other seniors, Megan Gallagher, Kristin Fegley, and Claire Hef- fernan added to the team ' s success by contributing valuable guidance to the underclassmen. The coaches, Pat Lynch (swimming) and Dave Laing (diving), served as the team ' s organizers and instructors. This year ' s standing in the dual meet season was not discouraging, for the team placed second in their league, missing first place by a handful of points. The strong swimmers this year were Linda Hermance (senior), Joanna Stoeber (sophomore), and freshmen Lisa Riddle and Daria Dolecki. These girls captured first place in the 400 yard freestyle relay during the Western Mass. Cham- pionships. Overall, the team placed third in the cham- pionships with outstanding performances from every member who competed. Congratulations to team member Linda Hermance who was voted M. V.P. of the Western Mass. meet by the officials and coaches. In the State Championships the girls placed ninth. Seventeen varsity letters or certificates were present- ed to team members at the awards ceremony in De- cember. The seniors carried on the tradition of recogniz- ing an underclassman of the team who wasn ' t only a valuable member in swimming performance but out- standing in spirit and dedication. This year ' s Outstanding Swim Team Member Award went to Lisa Pabich. Of the twenty-one member team, only four will gra- duate in 1981. This year ' s sophomores and freshmen looked promising, so the future seasons will be good! Lisa Pabich First Row: K. Fegley. M. Gallagher. L. Hermance (Capt.), C. Heffernan. Second Row: S. Corey, M. Clark, H. Corey, J. Stoeber, C. Boyajian, M. Jarvis. L. Pabich, P. O ' Shea. Third Row: H. Logan, R. Smith, K. Hagarty, L. Riddle, A. Mikkola, T. DeGrandpre, D. Dolecki. FRLL SCORECRRD VARSITY CROSS COUNTRY 8-6 VARSITY FOOTBALL 8-1-1 Chicopee Monson Ware West Springfield Belchertown East Longmeadow Longmeadow Technical Palmer Ludlow Southwick Amherst South Hadley Agawam I Opp. Minn. 20 36 30 25 44 17 26 31 43 17 44 18 24 35 29 26 18 43 50 15 15 46 Chicopee East Longmeadow South Hadley Technical Amherst Greenfield Longmeadow Northampton West Springfield Classical Westfield Opp. Minn. 20 41 13 42 6 45 12 38 20 12 12 14 19 14 6 17 14 VARSITY GIRLS ' SOCCER 11-4-3 lu VARSITY FIELD HOCKEY 10-3-2 Cathedral Chicopee Comp. Classical Longmeadow Agawam Chicopee West Springfield Westfield Ludlow East Longmeadow Classical West Springfield Ludlow Cathedral Chicopee Monument Mt. Cathedral West Springfield Minn. 3 3 5 8 1 1 3 2 2 Southwick West Springfield East Longmeadow Westfield Longmeadow Amherst South Hadley Chicopee Northampton Holyoke Agawam Chicopee Comp. Hampshire Reg. Mt. Greylock Southwick Opp. Minn. 3 1 2 1 2 1 2 3 1 1 3 2 2 2 1 1 5 2 1 1 2 3 VARSITY SWIMMING 9-6 VARSITY BOYS ' SOCCER 1-12-2 West Springfield Cathedral Chicopee Holyoke Amherst Holyoke Catholic Agawam Easthampton Classical Longmeadow Northampton South Hadley Westfield Chicopee Comp. East Longmeadow Opp. Minn. 90 82 Cathedral 42 41 Chicopee Comp 17 65 Classical 22 140 Longmeadow 47 36 Chicopee 32 51 West Springfield 14 64 Westfield 47 Vi 37V4 Ludlow 34 49 Classical 45 38 Northampton 100 75 West Springfield 34 48 Ludlow 68 103 Cathedral 29 54 Amherst 39 47 Chicopee Opp. Mhn. 5 2 2 2 1 4 1 5 3 2 6 5 2 1 1 5 1 6 1 3 7 1 BASKETBALL 1. Junior Kevin Corser looks for the open man. 2. Coach Girotti discusses some strategy. 3. Doug Beauregard blocks a shot. 4. Senior Karl Corser pulls up for a jump shot. 5. Co-Captain Don Laware dribbles by his Longmeadow defender. With only two returning members from the 1980 Varsity basketball squad, this year ' s lineup of new faces charged back to a more than respectable record. Senior Captains Don Laware and Doug Dragon led the team, including four other seniors, four juniors, and one sopho- more, in their inspired play all season long. Doug Beauregard and Karl Corser, the team ' s big men, alternated at center, and forwards Don Laware and Pete Rymsza poured in the points. Doug Dragon, Jeff Leven, and Lance Castonguay, all ball-control specialists with good outside shots, handled the guard positions. Desi Ramsey, the only sophomore on the squad, got a lot of Varsity experience, making him a top prospect in the seasons to come. Mr. Girotti, in his seventh year as Varsity basketball coach, credited the team ' s achievements above its ex- perience and ability, to the intensity and desire with which everyone on the team played. He pointed out that most team members honed their skills in a summer basketball league, and everyone trying out took much pride in making the Varsity squad. As a result of this commitment to the program, the 1981 basketball season was one that both the coach and team could be proud of. Jim O ' Shaughnessy V 1. Karl Corser shoots for two. 2. Kevin Corser dribbles confidently. 3. Co-Cap- tain Doug Dragon takes the ball out of bounds. 4. Doug Beauregard and Junior Pete Rymsza battle for a rebound. 5. Doug then turns and follows his shot. 6. Lance Castonguay and Don Laware on defense. 7. Seniors Beauregard, Laware, and Paul Barry try for the ball. 8. Junior Lance Castonguay gets ready for a big 4 JV BASKETBALL 7-13 First Row: D. Pickering, B. Downes. J. Pickering, K. Tobias. Second Row: Coach DeCiantis, J. Berenson, D. Mendoza, D. Ramsey, A. Fabian. Missing: B. Devine, S. Lucas, E. Simmons. VARSITY BASKETBALL 13-7 First Row: K. Corser, J. Leven, D. Dragon (Capt.), D. Laware (Capt.), L. Castonguay, D. Bishop. Second Row: Coach DeCiantis, D. Ram- sey, K. Corser, D. Beauregard, P. Rymsza, P. Barry, Coach Steng, Coach Girotti FRESHfTlAN BASKETBALL 8-11 First Row: R. Cebula, R. Willey, R. Thorpe (Capt.), B. Downes (Capt), B. Orciuch, J. Nelligan. Second Row: P. Snow, B. Barry, J. Mailhot, J. Barnard, M. Milbier, Coach Meyer. GYmNRSTICS 1. Freshman Denise Messier gets some coaching following her routine. 2. Kerry Cos- tello concentrates on a perfect leap. 3. Pau- la Mazur starts off a routine. 4. Senior Co- Captain Sue Steng shows her versatility. Take it to the limit — that was the motto of the girls ' gymnastics team in 1981 In order to perform t heir rou- tines well and live up to this ambitious slogan, long hours of practice and dedication were required. The team had a new look this year with Senior Co- Captains Sue Steng and Marcy Sitnik changing from one event specialists to excellent all-around performers. Pau- la Mazur, Kerry Costello, Emily Plumb, and Diana Nolte were all consistent point getters for the team and the return of Lori Veto midway through the season certainly added to the depth of the team. The spirit, exhibited during each meet by the yelling of the team ' s psych cheer, also helped their perfor- mance, giving the team an edge in close meets like the one against West Springfield on January 24th. These two factors made it an excellent season despite many injur- ies. So for one more season the girls took it to the limit! by Wendy Peck 1. Sophomore Lori Veto greets another Falcon winner. 2. Senior Co-Captain Marcy Sitnik shows off her style. 3. Diana Nolte con- centrates on a perfect routine. 4. Holly Corey is congratulated by her teammates. 5. Holly Corey goes for a 10. GYfTlNRSTICS 7-1 LeW to Right: B. Tronsky. H. Corey. D. Messier. K. Smith, D. Nolte, A. Sitnik, M. Sitnik (Capt.). S. Steng (Capt.). L. Veto. P. Mazur, M. Kolvek (Mgr). W. Peck, E. Plumb, K. Costello 1. Junior Kerry Costello demonstrates her poise. 2. Paula Mazur is congratulated by Co-Captain Sue Steng. 3. Marcy Sitnik shows off her progress on the balance beam. HOCKEY 1. Senior Greg Brochu checks his opponent. 2. Cap- tain Doug Vierthaler gets ready for a face-off. 3. Then Doug goes in for a check. 4. Senior Mark Mazur passes from behind the net. 5. Dennis Welsh waits for a pass. Minnechaug hockey teams have acquired a reputa- tion for playing good aggressive hockey over the years, and the 1981 team was no exception. With an excellent balance of young players and veterans, Mr. Kennedy ' s charges again battled at the top of their division for first place. Returning all Western Mass. Senior Doug Vierthaler was a team leader both on and off the ice, and senior wingers Greg Brochu and Mark Mazur complimented Doug ' s ability with their own play. Senior Steve Hesser played well as the team ' s net minder. Juniors Larry Lloyd and Eric Jones played well and are sure to be back as team leaders next year. A solid nucleus for future Falcon teams was also found in four sophomores who made the team. Ron Troie, John Kozub, Mark Havican, and John Salerno, were these first year players getting varsity ex- perience. All in all Mr. Kennedy has put together an excellent season after losing lots of Senior talent from last year ' s squad and at the same time built a base with younger players for even stronger showings in seasons to come. by Jim O ' Shaughnessy . T 1 T J-v ' c nfrifc Attflfts !i r ' flffl • ' niH ffc m 1r 1 i ' . . .£1 p g ■- fcf i 1. Sophomore John Kozub battles in front of the net. 2. Senior defenseman Dave Verani sends the puck back in. 3. Larry Lloyd outmaneuvers the Longmeadow defense. 4. Senior Russ Plugge tries to skate through his opponents. 5. Captain Vierthaler ready for a penalty. 6. Goalie Kevin McCullough awaits a shot. ataWA a j u VPRSITY HOCKEY 8-7-3 First Row: L. Lloyd, E. Jones. J. May. K. McCullough. J. Salerno. K. Lucek, G. Brochu. Second Row: Coach Kennedy. D. Verani, R. Troie, J. Ko- zub, M, Havican. D. Welsh, M. Ma- zur. R. Plugge, D. Vierthaler (Capt.). S. Hesser. JV HOCKEY 12-7-1 BRSKETBRLL This year ' s girls ' basketball team was one of hustle and enthusiasm. Captains Michelle Gibeau and Arlene Jordan were the main reasons for the team putting it all togeth- er. Although the wins were few, there were many excit- ing games. The girls gave Northampton and West Spring- field tough games and beat the likes of Ludlow, Long- meadow, and Commerce. Next year looks to be very promising with a large group of experienced underclassmen with the squad. Jennifer Willson led the Falcon scoring attack while Senior Sandy Willey was exceptional on the defensive end of the court. Lore Simpson, Jacquie Willson, Mary Clark, and Beth Libby are just a few reasons why Mr. Deslaurier ' s third year of coaching was a progressing one while at the same time a pleasing one. 1. Junior Jennifer Willson sets up for her shot. 2. The team uses one of their timeouts. 3. Mary Clark goes in for a layup. 4. Mr. D shouts some encourage- ment from the bench. 5. Jacquie Willson battles for the ball. 6. Beth Libby passes to a teammate. 7. Jennifer Willson comes away with the ball. 1. Arlen© Jordan takes a two-pointer. 2. Junior Jacquie Willson passes to the open forward for a shot. VARSITY BASKETBALL 4-13 First Row: Ja. Willson, S. Flagg, A. Jordan (Capt.), M. Gibeau (Capt.), L. Simpson, Je. Willson. Second Row: Coach Deslaur- ies, D. Wilson, B. Libby, M. Clark. J. Jordan, S. Willey, J. Jones, Coach Pelligrin JV BASKETBALL 5-9 First Row: M. Soukup, A. Mikkola, K. Murphy (Capt.), N. Silva (Capt.), K. Marrett, L. Lambert. Second Row: Coach Janhunen, K. Madden, H. Rist, J. Steng, K. Wrede, Coach Dunn. Missing: B. Williams GYfTlNflSTICS h -J-V M 1. Mike Moody perfects his routine. 2. All-around senior John Tarbell helps the team towards another win. 3. Freshman standout Sean Miller proves his value on the rings. 4. Greg Robinson concentrates on a win. 5. Scott McGaunn swings towards victory. Although the Minnechaug gymnastics team doesn ' t have the biggest spectator following of the winter sports teams, that didn ' t stop this relatively small group of ath- letes from going through strenuous workouts in the new gym each day after school. The squad, co-captained by Seniors John Kibbe and John Tarbell, was constantly practicing, improving their performance in each of the six gymnastics events. Seniors Scott McGaunn and Ken Melikian both worked well on the high bar and parallel bars in their final season with the team. On rings, Jim Beaudry, Greg Robinson, and up-and-coming Freshman Sean Miller led the Falcons; and Brian Goldrick performed on the pommel horse in his first season. Captains Kibbe and Tarbell excelled in floor exercise, and both Kibbe and Jim Beaudry, along with Freshman Dan Macero, were vaulters. Junior Mike Moody was immensely important to the team, the leader in the all around, and did especially well on floor, high bar, and vaulting. Coach Keith Loomis and his Assistant, Mike Miller, were very happy with the large Freshman turnout and the second solid season in a row for the team. These com- forting signs and the fact that the team has some excel- lent Sophomore and Junior talent returning next year, make the outlook bright for Falcon gymnastics in 1982. Jim O ' Shaughnessy 1. John Tarbell practices a floor routine. 2. Sean Miller with another fine performance on the rings. 3. Jim Beaudry is congratulated by Coach Loomis and senior co-captain John Kibbe. 4. Greg Robinson, star rings- man, shows his stuff. S. Junior Mike Moody impresses the judges on the sidehorse. GYmNASTICS 3-3 1. Jim Beaudry, the Falcons top ringman, in another grueling competition. 2. Co-captain John Tarbell on the parallel bars. 3. Another Fantastic Falcon! i Left to Right: Coach Lomas. B. Goldrick, D. Schafer, D. Macero, B. Parks, S. McGaunn, J. Tarbell (Capt.), M. Moody. J. Beaudry, S. Miller, M. Branconnier, G. Robinson, Coach Miller Missing: J. Kibbe (Capt.), K. Melikian swimmiNG 1. Coach Miller paces the poolside. 2. Dave Joyce concentrates on the breastroke. 3. Freshman sensation Mike Landa shows some good form. 4. Eric Stroshine heads for victory. This year ' s boy ' s swim team didn ' t have a lot of mem- bers, but the hard work of the individuals who did swim with the team made it effective. Leading the fine effort were Co-captains Tom McGuill, a Senior, and Brian Semle, a Junior, supported by other returning lettermen. These veterans included Seniors David Gartner and Peter Hassiotis, Junior Dave Magill, and Sophomore Eric Stro- shine. Other fine swimmers were Al Florian, Jeff Piaget, and Sophomore Dave Joyce, who excelled in the 100-yard breast stroke. Unexpected help came from two new swimmers, Jeff Doten and Mike Landa, who took over the 200-yard individual medley and 100-yard butterfly respectively. Another new aspect of the team ' s attack came in the form of Junior Scott Holbrook ' s first-year diving skill. Coaches Hal Miller, Dave Kaynor, and Peter Bach kept the team practicing hard all season, resulting in the team ' s solid record and competitiveness in Western Mass. competition. Peter Hassiotis : J « • ' sfflm swimmiNG 10-4 First Row: C. Miller (Mgr). T. McGuill (Capt), M. Graff (Mgr.), B. Semle (Capt), D. Veinot (Mgr.). Second Row: E. Stroshine, D. Gartner. M. Landa, P. Hassiotis, D. McGill, Coach Kaynor. Third Row: B. Miner, J. Piaget, J. Do- ten, K. Goodreau, Coach Miller. Fourth Row: D. Sanderson, Coach Bak, M. Gomez, M. Wil- son, S. Holbrook, T. Ross. Missing: A. Florian, D. Joyce, B. Flagg 1. Freshman Jeff Doten contributes to the Falcon effort. 2. Mike Landa demonstrates his versatility. 3. The Falcons give some support to their teammates. 4. Junior Brian Semle about to win again. The girls ' varsity ski team turned out an excellent per- formance this year. There were many newcomers contri- buting to the overall team performance. Among the new members of the team were freshmen Andrea Le- febvre, Wendy Broughton, Lisa Thomas, Kari Carlson, Heather Rumplick, and junior Lisa Schmidt. This year the team also had many returning skiers who put in good performances. Second and third year team members include Lisa St. Germain, Heather Carlson, Wenda Luff, Susie Jones, and Karen Cavros. All of these great skiers were led by their Co-captains junior Carrie Garvey and senior Diana Swain. Both cap- tains had excellent seasons; Carrie often placed in the top ten and Diana Swain placed in the top three on the mountain. Along with the support of managers Carol Ferrier and Linda Mandolini and the excellent guidance of Coach Deely, the team turned in a great year, by Linda Mandolini Captain Diana Swain setting an example?? 2. Some happy faces 1 the mountain. 3. Captains Garvey and Swain help set up the surse. 4. Coach Deely and team members get ready to leave. £- - VARSITY SKIING 38-14 First Row: H. Rumplick. A. Le- febvre, D. Swain (Capt.). C. Garvey (Capt.). S. Jones. L Thomas. Second Row: W. Luff. H. Karlson. L. St. Germain. L Schmidt. K. Cavros. W. Broughton. K. Carlson. C. Ferrier (Mgr.). Coach Deely. Missing: L. Mandolini (Mgr.) i; SKIING LC 3 1 ' 1. A lonely ride up. 2. Joe McGranaghan ready to start. 3. John Metzger showns his stuff. 4. The team takes time out to pose for a shot. The year to remember will have to be 1981 for our mens ' ski team — the year it all finally came true; an incredible team effort, outstanding talent, and the most prized of all rewards, the Western Mass. Championship and a chance to win the States. Coach Mina admits he spent a very nervous year awaiting the outcome. It ' s not easy when you ' re being chased by the likes of Longmeadow and Cathedral, but when you are fortunate enough to coach a group of our calibre the rewards are endless. Chris Shay led the team with George Quirk and Todd Labine along side all the time. Coach Mina notes the depth of his team as its greatest asset. Dan Normandeau, Jeff Shay, John Metzger, P.J. Cambo, Mark Pincince, Glenn Rahilly, Joe McGranaghan, Rick Carrigan, all great racersll The Coach remarks, How can you lose with a team like this? With newcomers Steve and Ted Moore and Miklos Ats, the Falcon team may be on top to stay. Yes men, Emily Dogg would be very proud of you all! SKIING 88-3 First Row: G. Quirk. C. Shay (Capt.). T. Labine (Capt.). D. Normandeau (Capt.) Second Row: M. Ats, T. Moore. J. McGran- aghan. S. Moore, J. Shay, R. Carrigan, J. Metzger. M. Pincince. T. Blomberg. P. Cambo, Coach Mina. Missing: G. Rahilly 1. Captain Chris Shay glides down the mountain. 2. Rich Carrigan with girls ' captain Diana Swain. 3. George Quirk gets ready to avoid a gate. 4. A determined Dan Normandeau. WINTER SCOREBOARD BOYS ' VARSITY BASKETBALL 13-7 West Springfield Taconic Greenfield Amherst Agawam Holyoke Catholic East Longmeadow South Hadley Northampton Longmeadow Greenfield Amherst Putnam Agawam Holyoke Catholic East Longmeadow South Hadley Northampton Longmeadow OPP. MINN. 66 40 79 61 58 75 58 68 47 62 52 49 52 68 56 61 65 62 59 62 74 73 61 79 92 83 53 72 65 63 58 60 54 63 70 63 56 58 VARSITY HOCKEY 8-7-3 Technical Amherst Chicopee Comp Wayland Ludlow Wayland Long Meadow Amherst Technical Chicopee Comp Ludlow Longmeadow Amherst Technical Chicopee Comp Ludlow Pittsfield Longmeadow OPP. 2 4 3 5 3 4 6 4 1 6 ■4 2 4 3 8 MINN. 5 7 3 2 5 7 2 3 11 1 4 4 4 11 5 3 4 6 BOYS ' VARSITY GYMNASTICS 3-3 OPP. MINN. Holyoke 83.3 89.05 Cathedral 56.15 70.75 Greenfield 63.8 53.8 West Springfield 103.25 89.8 South Hadley 88.95 81.25 Longmeadow 83.4 91.55 BOYS ' VARSITY SKIING 88-3 Minnechaug 34 Cathedral 28 Longmeadow 27 West Springfield 14 Holyoke 11 Amherst 10 GIRLS ' VARSITY BASKETBALL 4-13 iJKP. MINN. West Springfield 42 40 Agawam 54 38 Ludlow 23 33 West Springfield 38 28 Chicopee Comp 44 36 Agawam 40 30 Longmeadow 34 39 South Hadley 52 34 East Longmeadow 56 37 Classical 52 43 Northampton 59 50 Commerce 39 43 Longmeadow 39 45 South Hadley 38 32 Classical 45 27 Northampton 48 43 Commerce 42 34 VARSITY SWIMMING 10-4 OPP. MINN. Pittsfield 26 54 West Springfield 32 48 South Hadley 27 52 Amherst 35 47 Longmeadow 47 35 Taconic 23 53 Cathedral 99 62 Westfield 37 46 West Springfield 67 Gardner 83 ' 61 Longmeadow 99 70 Cathedral 54 29 East Longmeadow 35 48 East Longmeadow 34 48 GIRLS ' VARSITY GYMNASTICS 7-1 OPP. MINN. Holyoke 65.75 92.36 Holyoke 75.60 91.00 Cathedral 76.55 95.80 Greenfield 74.30 97.20 West Springfield 100.95 102.60 South Hadley 77.95 109.75 Agawam 75.50 88.35 Longmeadow 114.20 110.60 GIRLS ' VARSITY SKIING 38-14 Cathedral Longmeadow McDuffie Minnechaug Holyoke Mohawk West Springfield Holyoke Catholic Agawam Northampton Best Play — Adaptation Best Director — Alili Bond, Riders to the Sea Best Stage Manager — Julie Fife, Solitaire Best Actor — Rick Katsanos, Solitaire Dave Russell, Adaptation Best Actress — Jane Marie Teschendorf, Happy Journey Donna Gibb, Solitaire Best Supporting Actor — John Boyer, Happy Journey Best Supporting Actress — Sherryl Hicks, Solitaire Alesia Peck, Riders to the Sea v. ■1 ejralj oA f .1 i « ! • i :  ■- ■ — D. Burque, S. Erickson, D. Flynn, M. Ra- hami, J. Servidio, P. Setian, Mr. Mina (Advisor) r vi «■ Front Row: L. Clapp, A. Nelligan, M. Clark, L. Ersing, M. Sullivan, L. Pabich, P. Robinson Back Row: Mr. Granaudo (Advisor), J. Law, R. Cooley, J. Blan- chard, C. Levesque Missing: G. Lasonde, M. Megliola, D. Magill, C. Burkins, D. Pickett, J. Jordan, S. Hill, L. Artioli, M. Presz Foreign Language Club: Front Row: J. Albano, P. Pabich, E. Bassett, K. Sasse. Back Row: R. Katsanos (President), J. Fife (Vice President), P. Hassiotis (Secretary), J. O ' Shaughnessy (Treasurer). STUDCNT COUNCIL Front Row: E. Farquharson, A. Kotomonski. T. Moore. D. Lloyd. C. Skala, M. Nester. C. Broderick. C. Boyajian. Middle Row: D. Overton, E. Far- linger, B. Brainerd, M. Rogers, M. Gallagher, P. Melcher, L. Rigney, C. Cantalini. Back Row: T. Ross, J. Shay, D. Gibb, G. Quirk, J. McGran- aghan, B. Barry, S. Holbrook, N. Sherman, A. Roncalli, M. Fraser, L Ab- londi. Missing: A. Moore, G. Lasonde, T. Zeckhausen, M. Sitnik, C. Shay, J. Pezza. K. Robison, R. Gutherie, J. Metzger, C. Garvey, M. Moody, S. Lannon, K. Birkhauser, A. Piecuch, M. Balise, K. Singiser, L. Badger, D. Trebbe. P. Kendall, E. Thorpe. One period a week, student re- presentatives pile into a room, and for the next 45 minutes they discuss the agenda items. The debates sometimes get a little loud, but the co-moderators Betsy Brainerd and Joe McGranaghan are there to settle things down. Con- trary to popular be- lief, student council does accomplish a lot. Among other things they have or- ganized committees with the faculty to review things from curriculum to disci- pline, they ' ve held a benefit dance for a hospitalized school- mate, and have planned a semi-for- mal dance for the Christmas season. So next time you pass by the noisy classroom, remem- ber these kids are working for our school and doing a pretty good job. R gel horus - 1 ! Front Row: B. Willey, S. Thibeault, S. Quill, T. Munn, F. Fawthrop. Back Row: C. Arabik, J. Albano, C. Goodrich, H. Partyka, P. Reidy, T. Mileski. Office: J. Albano, L. Badger, D. Baldyga, K. Ballard, E. Bearse, L. Chayer, B. Figoni, C. Goodrich, C. Gregory, D. Guarrera, S. Hapgood, D. Laitres, T. Munn, H. Partyka, M. Reidy, E. Simmons, M. Villano, L. Woodard Lab: K. Batista, L. Ersing, W. Mawaka, H. Morgan, L. Palmioli, L. Sanders Library: K. Bailey, M. Bish, D. Ceuerton, B. Gladu, D. Lanning, T. Mileski, T. Mullane, T. Munn, S. Quill, M. Soukup, E. Simmons, T. Therien, S. Thibeault, M. Tupek, C. Vachon, K. Voight Guidance: K. Bailey, A. Bond, L. Byrne, H. Logan, S. Phipps, M. Reidy, C. Stears, L. Stears, D. Wilkinson, B. Wray English: C. Arabik, C. Burgess, K. Burke, L. Dalton, D. Farrell, K. Keeton, L. Lappalainen, K. Schmidt Nurse: K. Laude, D. Littorin, T. Reta, J. Zimmerman The title Junior Classical League gives the impression of a very formal and intellectual or ganization, but the J.C.L. isn ' t anything like that. Although many of the members are Latin students, the club doesn ' t spend time studying Ancient His- tory or going over the fine points of Latin grammar. Rather, under the direction of co-presidents, Greg Lasonde and Bob Cooley, the J.C.L. relates its Latin back- round to many varying activities during the year. To start things off in the fall, the Latin III class plans a movie that is usually a spin-off of a Greek myth. This year ' s produc- tion starred the Greek god Phaethon and featured other club members in lesser roles. In late November, the annual catapult contest is held. This year the competition took place here at Minnechaug, and Chloris , as the group has af- fectionately named their cata- pult, responded by winning for the fifth time in seven years, years, setting a new state re- cord. Other activities i nclude the now traditional Justin concert in September, and Family Night in May, when the group invites friends and relatives to view their movie. Also in May is the annual Massachusetts J.C.L. convention where state chap- ters compete in art, academics, and athletics. After another eventful year behind them, the club looks forward to the 1981- 82 school year and hopefully, another win for Chloris . by Jim O ' Shaughnessy Officers: A. Peck (President), L. Palmioli (V. President), A. Paulhus (Secretary). S. Lannon (Treasurer), R. Spenser (Ad- visor). Senior members: K. Fegley, J. Fife, P. Hassiotis. E. Hurley, R. Katsanos, K. Nor- wood, J. Teschendorf, M. Trebbe Junior members: J. Albano, F. Conley, G. Fortier, P. Getchell, D. Gibb. C. Hal- gas, J. Hand, K. Hawley, M. Kolvek, M. Moody, L. Neitupski, J. O ' Shaughnessy. P. O ' Shea, W. Peck, D. Pickett, J. Tra- bulsi, M. VanAmsterdam, S. Walker, D. Wilson Sophomore members: L. Bearse, S. Hill, M. Sullivan, M. Trombley What is PAVAS? Those five letters of the alpha- bet stand for the Perform- ing and Visual Arts Soci- ety. What does PAVAS do? Well, PAVAS has sold mistletoe and baked goods, sponsored a bus trip to Quincy Market and had a pot luck dinner for its members and their families. The money PAVAS raises is put to many uses. Donations have been made to Channel 57, the whale fund, and the Judy Dubord fund. Its hard working mem- bers have made it one of the sole charitable orga- nizations here at Minne- chaug, serving an impor- tant purpose to the com- munity, by Alesia Peck First Row: T. Sleith, C. Plante. C. Cloutier, M.Logan, Mr. Mitchell. Second Row: W. Hulbert, D. Collins, D. Hnatow, R. Gurecki. l£N)€R CORPS First Row: P. Rymsza, M. Sitnik, L. Pamioli, L. Sanders, M. Sullivan, A. Peck, B. Willey, K. Bailey Second Row: D. Russell, S. Strohman, A. Berenson, D. Owens, B. Semle, M. Mayo, K. Goudreau Missing: K. Robison, L. Robinson, C. Ferrier, R. Veideman, D. Vierthaler, M. Megliola, J. Servidio, G Lasonde, E. Page, A. LaFrance, L. Mandolini, D. Barnes, P. Barry, D. Bishop, M. Busha, D. Swain, B. Insley, S. Bernardes, B. Downes, D. Nolte, L. Fitzgerald, M. Courtney, L. Kochanek MOD€L CONGRGSS Did you know that Minnechaug has its own congressmen? On January 15- 17, seven of Minnechaug ' s finest went to AIC to attend the 41st Model Con- gress. During this weekend, the dele- gates learned how a real congress Model Congress: Front Row: Miss Brewer (Advisor), T. Roncalli, W. Carter, R. Howell, SSoilTcSSS SiSSB M - MoEathron. Back Row: M. Powell, M. Wilson, J. Solerno, R. Grogon. Missing: P. of Representatives. Getchell. Mark McEathron and Tony Roncalli were co-sponsors of the school ' s bill on the disposal of hazardous waste, which was chosen by Governor King as most professional. Mark Powell and Mark Wil- son also helped in the final write-up of the bill. Photo Club: Front Row: A. Lindahl, I. Ward, Mr. Petzold (Advisor). Back Row: S. Quill, B. Hurley, B. Gladu. FOLK f€STU Once again the Folk Festi- val was a huge success. Minnechaug ' s finest singing voices were given a chance to perform in a casual atmo- sphere before a receptive audience. Unlike other years, the show was held in the Fall instead of the Spring. Whether they sang alone or with friends or played an instrument, all of the participants should be congratulated for their ef- forts. Among the performers were Jenny Marinaro, John and Jody Reynolds, and an original song called Dream- er featuring Mary Mayo and Ginny Trabulsi consid- ered by many the highlight of the show ! by Sandy Morgan Project Blueberry is a very unique and interesting English course here at Minnechaug. Un- der the direction of Mr. Roth- man. Mr. Trimmer, and Mr. Bern- stein, it is offered to juniors. Al- though Blueberry is different from conventional classes, stu- dents taking the course cover standard curriculum four days a week, learning to apply this to their video work which is con- centrated on during the fifth day of the week and a lab block. This audio visual work involves creating eight to twelve minute segments on profiles of interest- ing residents of Hampden and Wilbraham or community issues. Students work in teams and make the shows themselves from thinking up the idea to do- ing the final editing. This work re- quires much of each student ' s personal time because it takes from 20 to 30 work hours to finish one segment Six or seven of these seg- ments are shown on an hour long weekly program on the ca- ble access station. This gives the Project Blueberry students and the general public a chance to see their school work in action, by Jim O ' Shaughnessy Check out that hair band! You ' ve got to start somewhere! Here at Minnechaug we are fortunate to have many organizations which are active throughout the year keeping their own members busy and providing services for the student body. The Smoke Signal, our school news- paper, is probably the most active organization in this role. Each month this publi- cation is available to ev- eryone at Minnechaug at no cost. All the issues are filled with usefull and inter- esting information. They include articles on perti- nent news at our school and outside — school news important to stu- dents. Examples of such timely reporting this year were pieces on Prop. 2 1 2 , s effect on Minne- chaug and the draft reg- istration. The paper also provides space for edito- rials, enabling students to voice their thoughts on many issues, and keeps us abreast of the progress of our sports teams. On the lighter side, record re- views and feature articles are presented. A hard-working group of editors, under the su- pervision of Mr. Oppedis- ano, makes all this possi- ble. These editors who volunteer their time for the paper and all the contributing writers in the school population make the Smoke Signal a great success. Could this be the mysterious Smoke Signal Staff who never have time to have their picture taken??? All this work is going to my head. ftW-J fym rl ,L - 7 I Jrf lNl H IK S Juniors, that group of third-year Minnechaug students, too old to be little underclassmen, but too young to be carefree Seniors. Caught in a peri- od of transition. Juniors may face the toughest of their four years at Minne- chaug. College-bound Juniors encounter their last full academic year that will be taken into account on school applica- tions, and those Juniors not headed for more education will probably be tak- ing their final full-course load before selecting an easier schedule Senior year. Most Juniors end up taking both the P.S.A.T. and S.A.T. before the year is out, making it an even more difficult and important year academically. However, that isn ' t all Juniors are oc- cupied with. Most of them take Drivers Ed., and receive their long-awaited driver ' s licenses. This new mobility adds to the enjoyment of the class as a whole, but by late Spring it ' s back to serious thinking. Juniors head to Arena for the last time, to pick up their Senior courses, and are forced to firm up the decision on what they will be doing and where they will be going after Min- nechaug. All in all, it seems when Juniors have put their busy third year behind them, and. can look forward to their final year at Minnechaug, they breathe a collec- tive sigh of relief. Jim O ' Shaughnessy Bah Humbug! As everyone knows. Minne- chaug school dances are rather causal affairs. The tickets are in- expensive, no one gets dressed up. and there usually isn ' t much dancing going on. just a con- cert-like atmosphere. But one dance each year is quite differ- ent. It ' s called the Semi-Formal, and as the name indicates it ' s more formal than the ordinary school dances. This year ' s edi- tion was held December 6. In most cases students come in couples, and corsages and carnations are exchanged. The girls wear dresses and the young men are in jackets and ties. The tickets are rather expensive, but refreshments are provided and you usually get a lot of dancing for your money. This year ' s group, Joshua Tree, was an ex- cellent band, and they played very danceable music all night, varying in style from slow to soft rock. Many people go out to dinner before or after the dance, but even without this added luxury the evening is quite unique and interesting. Jim O ' Shaughnessy Docksiders, Muclucs, and Fryes 1981: The year of the Prep, Punk, and more FADS - ' fad n: a practice or in- terest followed for a time with ex- aggerated zeal: CRAZE I! A fad can be anything — music, hairdos, clothes, dances, sports, etc. A fad can be caused by any- one. Someone will wear or do something out of the ordinary, and then someone else will take to it. Soon, more and more people will have taken to the same! And a fad is started. Fads can go out just as quickly as they came in. Take the disco wave that swooped in a couple of sum- mers ago. No matter what radio station you listened to, a disco song would come on. (Glad that ' s over!) One of the fads of 1980 is the Prep: kilts, monogrammed Deans and Fair Isle sweaters, Oxford cloth shirts, Lacoste shirts, Doxsides, Mu- clucs, clogs, ribbons, the Bermuda bag, French braids, pleated pants, pinstripes, printed turtlenecks, sig- net rings, Calvin Klein, Chic, and Sassoon jeans, corduroy chinos, Chamie shirts, etc ... are prep- pie. Another fad of 1980 is Punk Rock. The B52 ' s, Devo, Talking Heads, Siouxsix and the Banshees, and Fin- gerprintz are just a few groups to be named. Whip It, Quiche Lor- raine, Private Idaho, Girl U Want, Planet Claire, and Fin- gerprintz are examples of their songs. Some fads just do not go out of style. Take the Beatles for instance. Their music is just as popular now as it was when they were together. So go out and be different. Wear or do something different, and maybe you too could start the next FAD! toDS THE BEATLES ' SECOND, ALBUM SHE LOVES YOU ROLL OVER BEETHOVEN The label makers The Bermuda bag by Anne Paulhus In accessories If it were not home base for every busy Falcon earbook Editor, a short stretch of corridor con- ecting C and H halls would probably go virtually srgotten. These Minnechaug students who ace deadlines all year to get our Yearbook tin- ned have their combination homeroom, study all, work area, and meeting room on this quiet orridor called Y Hall. Their room, Y-1, is one of nly two on Y Hall. The lack of neighbors is easily made up for by ne constant activity emerging from the small oom. Business often spills into the hallway as ach of the editorial teams take care of the ork on their respective sections; Activities, ports. Ads, etc., and Mrs. Jeserski, the yearbook idvisor, keeps things organized. Deadlines are the name of the game, and hile there are some slow times during the year, hen a deadline is approaching, Y-1 and vicinity ssembles a beehive, with people going in and ut at record pace. Although it may seem con- jsing to an outsider, the Editors usually work ell, coordinating the photo assignments and ritten work needed for each section just in time Dr deadline. It often means some late nights at ome and school days spent with more empha- s on yearbook than on regular courses, but the ditors get things done, and come May they and ne rest of the school are rewarde d with a last- lg reminder of their hard work. Jim O ' Shaughnessy Artisans ' Fair n i r UP, UP, MID hWhYH! HANK ' S STONY HILL ARCO Boston Road Wilbraham n SKORUPSKI ' S SERVICE STATION Boston Road Wilbraham, MA. 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JOSEPH ALBANO GOOD LUCK CLASS OF ' 81 FROM A FRIEND GOOD LUCK FROM EVERYONE AT REINHARDT ASSOCIATES GOOD LUCK FROM SEARS REAL ESTATE GOOD LUCK TO THE CLASS OF ' 81 MOUNTAIN LANDSCAPE DESIGNS LAURA— BE HAPPY LOVE, MOTHER DADDY WILBRAHAM PHARMACY 2769 BOSTON ROAD WILBRAHAM, MA SPONSORS Melanie. don ' t ever talk me into riding my bike in the snow again. Remember? Look up ahead— Never down, because the best things in life are found at the top of rainbows - S. Large parties are so intimate. At small parties there isn ' t any privacy! Right Cath? Pam. keep a good eye on that stick, you ' ll never know where it ' s been. Hal Hal Bye! Me! Piglet, don ' t get yourself involved with anymore graveyards, OK? Move fun with the play dough. Love, Prune. Pami, don ' t get so upset about things — everything will turn out OK. I promise. Terry, I leave you Mr. Amerman ' s jokes. Friends always, Chris. Cathy, the prepettes strike again! Pam. Susanna Terese — What ' s up? Charlene, remember Shunshine and the Lollipop Kid? I guess we lost out. Kristea no more whale watching, in Spanish. Emily, we ' ll have to go out to lunch sometime. Good luck Lisa and Darla. Have fun. Herm, remember the breakers, NRBQ, Greenfield, Bruce? . . . Thanks for four great years and a lifetime of friendship. Love, B.B. Garv, carry Oh the RAIDER tradition. Here ' s looking at you kid. Love. Super Chicks 2 and 3. Hey Donna— saddy— beans— aaagghhh! Lisa— crazy!! Well, Laura, you finally made it! I always knew you would! Love, Linda. Rick, we did it! From the freshmen dance to graduation! I love ya! Julie. Elizabeth, when in doubt, smile or drop it. Julie. Kris, what is red on top, better late than never, and warpped in maroon, blue, and white acrylic? We don ' t know; it ' s a riddle to us! Love, Mom Dad. Murphy, Murray, Mebbee friend. L.A.M.P. Thanks for being such a good Shorty - Freshman - Ugh! What would we have done without them? Thanx, L.A.M.P, Murphy, Lawa, Deb, Nancy, Sandy, Sandy, Linda, Alesia— WHAT? L.A.M.P. Mrs. Levesque— Who ate the legumes? The janitor did it! Mr. Castonguay— red cards, elephant, giraffe, 1776, quickie puns, you ' ve got to be kidding! L.P. Lawa, Lawa. Lawa, Lawa, Lawa, Lawa, Lawa. Lawa, Lawa. Mrs. Levesque— Thanks for everything. L.A.M.P. ; Lab Assistants— What the world is coming to! To Harry and her buddies— Best Wishes to you i Dad Hand Dancers Unite! To Lisa: I leave our Sundays free when we go to college! Love. -feudaly. Good Luck Buffy from Tina, Paul, and Jon. Brenda, remember Billy Joel, strawberries, and your best frie Beth. - -,, || Look out world— here comes Beth Hurley. MOm Dad. Alesia, best wishes for your happiness and Success. The Nessels. To Kurt: Long live freedom of the press! (Beware the ubiquitous blue pencil-ED) Mom Dad. Good luck to the members of the most awesome MRHS Soccer Team. | fj 4 , brownie, draw, Sundays. Love, Buddy. For those of you who know— don ' t ever forgetl WEB, Thursdays at McDonalds and Judy ' s Bake-off. Let ' s blow this joint!! Congratulations to Kristin, Norwood, Krista, Gisela, and Judy— The Graves. Good luck to Kristin, Kristen, Krista, and Giselall! Br SPONSORS Best wishes to the Class of ' 81 for you ' ve only just begunl Sue Thorton, Springfield College. Deb. Linda, Lisa, Laura, and Murphy— Thanks for all the good times. Shorty, Wendy— Take good care of my stuffed animals. Love, Sis. Good luck Alesla. Love, Mom, Dad, and Wendy. Greg, I love ya. Marcy, To C.A., the greatestl To Cash who is number one I Julie— Thanx for being my pretty angel. I love you! Rick. Sunshine— Thanx for lighting up my life. Love, Rick. Rick, good luck to my favorite brother. Barb. Good luck Class of ' 81! Mr. Mrs. Edward Katsanos. To Lisa from Bennie, B.J., William, Wiggie, Barter, Bigue. Hello Judy Graves: No, we don ' t know where she is or who she ' s with, or when she ' ll be home!! We ' ll tell her you called. Bye, Bruce Cindie. P.S. This is a recording. Graves: If I tell you what ' s going on, will you be confused? Judy: How does our garden grow in English Seminar? Katie: Watch those cruisers and wayward Arabs. Holly Strip poker, anyone? Krista: Punk out! Gisela: Wanna braid Kendra ' s hair? What will I do without you? Love, Nord. Murph— Wake-up call at 4:30 tomorrow morning, right? Litha Litha Litha Litha, let ' s go to R.R. for an R.B. By the way, who ' s on first? Weesha, thanks for being there all the times I just needed somebody to listen. Lawa. R.W., thanks for being the big brother I never had. Laura. Jill, and I meant every word I said— Greg. Liz, JoAnne, and Judy— For treating me as a friend rather than Liz ' s little sister— thanks! Love, Anne. Space, you ' re the best friend I ever hadl Love, Pamelia (Max P ). Mel — Have you ever been in a cockpit? Liz— Don ' t forget— party at your house December 25, 1990! See you then. Judy. 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JOHN ' S HAIRSTYLES FOR MEN Wilbraham LOUIS CLARK DRUGS 459 Main Street Wilbraham THE 1981 FALCON EDITORS 2200 BOSTON ROAD WLBRAHAM Mrs. Jeserski ' s C-Block STENO II JOHN LAPERRE OPTICIANS 1213 Parker Street Springfield 782-7725 m? ym cfhiendGu restaurants GOOD LUCK TO THE CLASS OF ' 81 ROBERT L. MERRILL RESIDENTIAL BUILDING REMODUNG 928 STORY HILL ROAD WILBRAHAM MA. CM 095 596-6389 m VARIETY SHOPPE 2571 Boston Road Wilbraham 596-3192 Try Our Deli We Have, Grinders, Homemade Soups, And Salads. n TRUE VALUE 2701 BOSTON ROAD WILBRAHAM PIZZA PUB Boston Road Wilbraham 4| WTLBRAHAM PTTRTJC UBRART 9 tf YEARBOOK EDITORS: J. O ' Shaughnessy, J. Pezza. C. Dowries. Mrs. Jeserski. S. Lannon, J. Hetrick, Mrs. Bates, R. Guthrie. K. Robison, B. Zeckhausen, S. Anti, M. Bugbee, P. Havican - MOVING ON UP! Missing: K. Graves, K. Birkhaeuser, J. Fife, L. Rigney Insley, K. Gladu, A. Paulhus, E. Horton, : r! - T. Z. Earfuls From The Editors: G. I. O. -Thank God it ' s Over! - T. Z. Looks like we made it Zeck! - E. H. Thou art beautiful and I love thee! - Anonymous Tracey-for putting up with me during field hockey season!- Thanx a lot! - A. P. Pica ruler? We were supposed to have one -Remember? - A. P. What! You didn ' t take the picture! - K. R. Tracey, my dearest influence, thanks. - B. I. Elaine, well mower head! - ? No more copy!! - J. OS. I never want to see a typewriter again! - K. G. I need it yesterday! - Mrs. J. I can ' t wait ' till it ' s all over. - K. M. G. Tracey. I ' ll have it done by Monday . . . Tuesday . . . Friday . . . sorry. - S. w B. The deadline ' s when?! Oh well worry about it next week! - M What ' s a pica anyway? - P. H. Quotes??? I don ' t have one - I thought you ' d have one!? - A. P. Oh. Gosh. - S. A. Goodbye! - R. G. I didn ' t know we had to pay the bill. - J. F. What ' ll you do without us next year. Weasle? - E. H. What are these layout things? - J. H. You all sound like a bunch of dumb blondes - K. M. G. Homeroom should be longer! - Mrs. J. Krista, I ' ll bring the layouts tomorrow L. R. Char - I ' ll do all the winter sports! - J. P. Congrats Falcon ' 81 Editors for an x- celent job! - T. Z. ' hell We, as editors, have had great help, assistance, and guidance from our fellow classmates, teachers, staff members, parents, and friends in putting this book together. THANK YOU! We would especially like to thank the following: Don Lendry (for taping all our borders). Mark Caron, Sam Guarrera. Brenda Glddu, Kristen Fegley, Susan Quill, Mark Eaton, Kurt Norwood, Peter Hassiotis, Sue Hesser, English teachers (for their class time for underclassmen photos), Mrs. Bates (for being so brave her first year as Business Advisor), Mr. VanWest, Coaches and Club k. Advisors. A i