Niles Township High School North - Saga Yearbook (Skokie, IL)

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Because of the participation of a large number of students, a wide variety of athletic teams were of- fered. Sophomore volleyball player, Mari Rivera felt that the students on these teams have a lot of ability, and they must cooperate with their teammates. All of the members show team spirit and pride in their school by spending most of their free time during a particular season training, encour- aging each other, and rooting each other on. The teams also stick to- gether to help each other out, on the field and off.” discipline because you have to show up at practices, and take care of yourself by keeping in shape.” During practices the gym nasts try to perfect their routines, but during meets they strictly con- centrate on doing their best. In order to prepare for an athletic competition, it was necessary to mentally “psyche up” as well as to be physically fit. Athletes psyched up by talking to their coaches, talk- ing to themselves, and doing short cheers together. Fire Let’s Go All the Way Varsity football player, senior Josh Brustin felt that the best part of football was the friendships that are developed. Even though the practices are tough, and there is a lot of pressure, it’s very worth- while. and it usually comes out well in the end.” Junior Lara Zoot felt that the gym- nastic team taught her a great deal. “It teaches responsibility and Any player of a team sport who made All-Conference was acknowl- edged by having his or her picture displayed on the Viking Wall of Fame outside the gymnasium. This wall was used to promote pride in athletic achievements of class- mates and athletes who have graduated from North. Nanci Rosendorn Jeremy Boshes Varsity Volleyball Team member. Junior Raney Hundrieser keeps the ball going by covering her position on the court during a game Practice always helped improve the team. Kevin Pogany. Al Migdal. and John San Juan 10 VIKING PRIDE glve ' lhe,r 3,150 the,r fl€xt tfack mect be a sure win

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The stillness of the auditorium lobby wei corned students who wanted to get away from the noise of the cafeteria Linda Yonan and Monica Paul talk about their plans for the summer of 1986 Finishing last nights homework or talking about the days plans, students congregated in Mi Profit's room in the morning Welcoming people to £d Debevics was a bright red neon sign The fitness Room was used after school every day by people who wanted to get in shape Coach SokoisJu. Audrey Perez and Ran Cohen work out on the bicycles which is lust one of the many stations. HANGING OUT — 15

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As the last member of the relay team dives in. it will be a sprint for the finish line, assuring Niles North of a victory The Sophomore Football Team practiced hard for a coming game Although the team didn't win any games this season, they steadily improved as the season progressed Presenting Principal Tom Giles with the awards from the State Gymnastics Meet, the Boys Varsity Gymnastics Team brings pride to our school Although our school has never been Known for strong finishing, our Viking Wall of Fame attracts a lot of students