North High School - Norwica Yearbook (Davenport, IA)

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X The ultimate goal in volleyball - bump, set, spike - is shown by Kelly Kundel as she follows through on her spike. Photo: T. Erickson. Varsity Volleyball: First Row: Amanda Curran, Kim Vanden- burgh, Corynn Luckett, Jennifer Hass. Second Row: Laura Immesoete, Sally Valdez, Kelly Kundel, Last Row: Lisa Burke, Dana Burson, Sue Hatfield. Photo: J. Pagan. MAS, x . ,, ,X Wf . S-, - J as Q N N s. h X WV Q :lu 3' 3 'Q ' V law in my R Q J M ' Q g af 1 - f , ' .j ,4 Q T sn. Sophomore Volleyball: First Row: Anna Keppy, Kerri Decker, Trina Jorth, Angie Scodeller, Kara Erickson. Last Row: Michelle Faktor, Lisa Elias, Patti Simpson, Coach Sue Hinrichsen, Missy Dillie, Bridgette Nidey, Dawnelle Neuser, Michelle Ohsann. Photo: J. Pagan. T

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K- VARSITY i Bett. Clinton Central Wilton Geneseo Mater Dei W. Dubuque Moline Burl. N. Scott West E. Moline P.V. Knoxville Musc. Dub. Sen. Ia. City Wahlert K NHS 3 3 3 3 3 2 2 2 2 2 3 2 2 0 3 3 0 3 3 3 3 2 O 2 3 0 2 2 OPP 0 0 0 0 O O 0 O 0 0 0 1 0 2 O O 3 0 0 0 0 O 2 O O 2 0 3 ff-SOPHOMORE Bett. Clinton Central Burl. N. Scott West E. Moline P.V. Musc. Mater Dei Moline X NHS 0 0 1 1 0 1 2 0 2 2 1 OPP 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 2 1 0 2 T HTTOA TTVHA K TTVHAHTTOA tate A little teamwork can make a dream workf' These words echoed in the minds of each member of the varsity volleyball team each time they stepped on the court to face another opponent. In just two weeks of existence, the varsity squad was ranked twelfth state-wide, climbing as high as fifth near the end of the season. Not a bad accomplishment for a first-year team. Throughout the season, they continued to show their dedication and desire by reaching the semi-finals in post-season play. But their dreams for a state title were shattered when they lost to Dubuque Wah- lert, 2-3. They were one game short of the state tournament. They ended their season by losing to the number two rated team in the state of Iowa,', said Coach Amy Baker. One reason for the team's success was .,, V ' 4? V , f, .. dy . 'H 'fff' if ' V Ranked due to the fact that they were very goal oriented. We tried to have the same goals and we worked for the same thing, said Sally Valdez. Versatility also played a major role in their winning season. Our team was built on versatility. Our opponents would stop one player, but we had five others that could be effective, said Coach Baker. On the other half of the court, the sophomore squad was also making their presence known. Although they were off to a slow start, the team's turning point came in the second half of the season when they defeated a solid East Moline team, 2-1. This team was a very enthusiastic eager-to-learn group. Their hard work and dedication will pay off in the years to come, said Coach Hinrichsen. 9 ff, Wk M---. Km... M f ' f ...1 ff MQ.. ff . fwif?-7.2,--'V M r.i ' ,irl Illiuief AM' can aaa rrst Bumpin' the sun? Not really, but Laura Congratulations are in order as Sally Immesote intensely concentrates on the Valdez, Sue Hatfield and Lisa Burke glaring sphere during a hot August celebrate another victory. Photo: T. practice. Photo: B. Christian. Erickson.

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fl GIRLS, Bett. Clinton West R.I. Assump, Central Moline X NHS OPP 95.95 129.75 94.95 133.75 107.90 137.70 100.15 113.80 85.15 116.30 94.95 121.70 108.50 119.05 80.95 123.60 107.80 117.60 101.30 119.65 80.50 118.90 T Gymnastics cu -4 Z Z as UD H r-4 CD U3 nparalled Success Flip-flops, splits, and round-offs are all a part of gymnastics. Gymnastics also in- volves both physical and mental abilities and in order to withstand all the pressures, a gymnast must be in top condition and have great concentration. Being in shape is important in gymnas- tics because of the rigorous workouts and the constant movement involved with it. Con- centrating on a single routine and memor- izing every step takes time and well-devel- oped mental skills. The first-year team, without senior leadership, did very well with two junior leaders, Dawn Redmond and Jennifer El- vert, who did consistently well in scoring and in overall competition. Jennifer Elvert holds the bars record while the All-around, floor and vault records are held by Dawn Red- mond. The sophomores also played a role in their successful season. Stephanie Shields currently set the beam record for North. Welve had a young team this year and everyone has gotten a lot of meet experience and it shows in the way we have all im- proved, stated Shields. First-year Gymnas- tics Coach Kathy Loken added, Soph- omores have definitely benefited from com- peting at the varsity level and that certainly makes for a brighter future. Although the team wasn't very large, they still managed to show their competition that they meant business. Dawn Redmond stated, We did very well for being such a small team and we should all continue to improvef' Coach Loken concluded, 'Tm really proud of the way the girls have progressedf, ,FA 11 V ' 1 , M, ,X , 1, QQ, xr, .b. ,.... ,. ...W K 'mr' A , . X, ' to f 5' 5 H - U s ,f 1 --rrrr it f 7 - ..,. a, 'i 1 '. C Q 1 ff Q.. ls ff. Determination shows on the face of Dawn Redmond as she concentrates on her uneven bars routine. Photo: L. McCarthy.