Northview High School - Viking Yearbook (Covina, CA)

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Girls ' Varsity, J.V. Basketball Shoot Even though this year the varsity basketball team did not prove to be as successful as they had hoped, the team fought hard to overcome their problems. The Lady Vikes faced a season of adversities, in|uries, and inexpe- rience, but they were tough and managed to tie South Hills for third place in the Valle Vista League. The team consisted of ten players: four seniors, three juniors, and three sophomores. Nadine Bratcher and Sandy Carnngton, tv»o starting sophomores, displayed great improvement throughout the season. Seniors Lori Brown, Monica Real, and Lome Learmont dedicated four years of hard work and determination to the basketball program. The team ' s strongest point was its defensive strength. This can be attributed to all the hours of practice which took place at 7:00 in the morning. During practice the team sharpened their skills in shooting, dribbling, and team work. Such early practices took a great deal of dedication and will power from the team. At the end of the season awards were given to those athletes who excelled in specific areas not only on the court, but also off the court. Viking of the Year, an award given for determination, enthusiasm, and skill, was given to Lome Learmont. Lome led the league in rebounds and was second in the San Gabriel Valley with an average of 16.6 rebounds per game. Most Improved Player was Sandy Camngton and Most Inspirational Player was Tina Tan. Named to All-League First Team were Lome Learmont and Nadine Bratcher. Chosen for Honorable Mention were Cecilia Saavedra and Monica Real. FIRST ROUND NV DPP Covina 54 38 Workman 48 26 Edgewood 22 50 South Hills 36 39 La Puenle 35 56 SECOND ROUND Covina 41 39 Workman 33 32 Edgewood 28 31 South Hills 39 38 La Puente 25 51 While keeping control of the ball, junior lulie Daniels drives past a La Puente defender in an effort to score. Lorrie Learmont goes up for a lay-up while South ftills puppies watch defensively. 180 Girls ' Varsity Basketball Girls ' Varsity Basketball

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Basketball Team Together Thru Season Girls ' Varsity Basketball Girls ' Varsity Basketball Girls ' Varsity Basketball Girls ' Varsity Baskefball 179

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With Constant Enthusiasm, Competition ■RON! ROW Susan Hernandez, Violet Floras, Tanya Anderson, Vlary Conley, Susan Mendez MIDDLE ROW: Coach Tu rnbull, Marliss Mason: Mgr , Donna Kellis. Anita Rodriguez. Stiannor Worley BACK ROW Mictielle Lindquist In return tor many long practices and drills, ttie J,V. team was rewarded witti a winning season. Ttie team ' s positive attitude, dedication, and spirit played very im- portant roles in ttie general outcome of their season. Mr. Turnbull, ttie team ' s coacti, attributed ttieir success to ttie great improvement ot the defense which constantly pressured their opponents the full length ot the court, helping them to regain the ball more often and providing more opportunities to score. The team consisted of ten young and ambitious girls who strived for excellence throughout the season. Among the ten athletes, IVIichelle Lindquist, the team ' s center, contributed greatly to the team by improving her individual skills which proved very prosperous for the team ' s scoring overall. Freshman Susan Hernandez, a starting guard, was also a great contributor to the team ' s success. She displayed exceptional defensive skills, which made the team a stronger competitor in the Valle Vista League. The Lady Vikes showed great motiva- tion and persistence throughout their season. Even though league appeared to be tough, the team played with a high level of intensity and competitiveness, which made a victorious difference, especially on their closer games. Some of the toughest opponents for Northview ' s girls were Covina and South Hills. Coming out on top, the Viking girls ended the season by placing second in league. The team ' s choice tor Most Valuable Player was Susan Hernandez, a high scoring player, and one who showed outstanding leadership on and off the court. FIRST ROUND NV OPP Covina 16 33 Workman 44 13 Edgewood 21 19 Soutti Hills 33 32 La Puente 39 30 SECOND ROUND Covina 28 25 Workman 36 40 Edgevjood 42 30 Soutti Hills 28 2 La Puente 34 15 As Covina defense ti|htens, Violet Flares takes the ball in for two. Girls ' J.V. Basketball Girls ' J.V. Basketball Girls ' J.V. Basketball Girls ' J.V. Baske.taii 181