Mount Abraham Union High School - Aerie Yearbook (Bristol, VT)

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VARSITY FIELD HOCKEY Top Row: A. Weston (Co-Captain), H. Norris, L. A, Atkins, D. Smith, L. Baker, K. Perlee, J. Leone, M. Hall (Co-Captain), T. Mayer, J. La- vallee Bottom Row: J. Orvis (Manager), E. White, K. Hall, K. VanVliet, T. Wisell, B. Peabody, C. Grant, V. Johnson. K. Pandiani, M. Blow, M. Graham, M. Howard 100

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JUNIOR VARSITY FIELD HOCKEY Front: Captains; S. Slayton; M. Melchoir. Middle: D. Weaver; T. Cousino; L. Randall; K. Wallace; D. Bedell; B. Crane; J. Rathbun; E. Scribner; Coach Stewart. Back: Man. J. Cook; T. Adams; C. Bedard; K. Saunders; T. Simko; J. Fucci; M. Choquette; T. Masterson; Man. Kim Clark. The Junior Varsity Field Hockey team had a fine season, compiling an 8-3-1 record. A young team of fifteen Freshmen were led by Sophomores Sarah Slayton and Marin Melchior. The Eagles were green at the beginning but, developed fine skills and teamwork as each game was marked by improve- ment. Their strong desire to win overpowered opposing teams while they outscored their opponents 35-6. This team has a bright future and hopefully their winning ways will bring the State Field Hockey Title to Mt. Abe. Coach Mary Stewart 99

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LET’S GO LADIES! The 1983 season was one of new experiences and growth for the 21 Varsity players. Our season opened with a visit from a group of Welsh schoolgirls from Preseli. The Eagles learned much about the game of hockey from their guests who, in turn, were treated to 5 days of Vermont summer and hospitality. Considering the excitement the tour generated on both sides, it would be difficult to say who had the better experience — hostesses or guests. Two weeks after the Welsh tour, the actual league season started with a victory over arch-rival Milton, and despite a mid-season slump, the Eagles compiled a 7-4-3 record. This team was young in terms of experience, with only six seniors to lead a large squad. One of those seniors, Australian AFS student Michelle Graham, was a newcomer to the game, but her contributions on and off the field made 1983 a special season for everyone. Co-captains Margaret Hall and Alice Weston coped admirably in the leadership roles, and managed to help the group mature and function as a unit. That process was acceler- ated when the Eagles watched a match between the U.S. Olympic hockey team and UVM in an exhibition game. It was an impressive performance, one which the Eagles appreciated. Seeded fifth in the State Tournament, the Eagles played league- rival Rice in the quarterfinals and lost 1-0, despite extraordinary performances from several defense players. With the experience gained in that match, hopefully, next year’s 16 returning will be eager and ready to earn victories which will put them beyond the quarterfi- nals. Even before the final march, league coaches had recognized the expertise of some Eagles, by naming Michelle Blow and Alice Weston to the Division II All Stars, and Cheryl Grant and Kim Pandiani to that teams’ Honorable Mention. Congratulations, all of you, on a game well played, and a season of growth. Mrs. Lucy CB Pellegrini 4 'V f 101