Robinsdale Armstrong High School - Gyre Yearbook (Minneapolis, MN)

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ross-Country Members: Bonnie Allen, Bruce Anderson, Jeff Boechler, Nichole Bennett, CJohn Berner, Katie Borries, Michael Borries, Forrest Brandt, Jody Brinkman, Berna- dette Bruce, Amy Carpenter, Chris Cartwright, Dan Cavender, David Cooper, Anthony Corwin, Anne Costanzo, Jamie Crill, Jon Cruz, Katy Dahlmeier, Tricia Daniels, Dara Dattalo, Kurt Decker, Vicky Dizinku, Edie Doherty, Laura Duffee, Erika Farmer, Tim Flachman, Pat Fos, Randy Foy, Robyn Fredericks, Jill Goldstein, Jeff Gove, Kenny Grantwit, Carter Griffin, Troy Gryting, Anne Hanovich, Derek Hansen, Mike Harris, Jennifer Harrison, Stacy Harwell, Steve Hibbs, Thuan Ho, Robert Horton, Trinh Huynh, Kale Johnson, Mary Kaufmann, David Kleyman, Tim Landro, Derek Larson, Anthony Leong, Tim Lindberg, Kristen Lindeman, Jon Litton, Annette Lynskey, Andy Mahle, Mary Martin, Christopher Merriman, Angi Milton, Michael Muehlhausen, Craig Mueller, Huan Nguyen, Colin Oetken, Mark Olson, Carrie Oster, Greg Pederson, Gwen Peterson, Ross Philips, Ryan Picek, Janell Pohl, Tim Puhek, Thomas Rein, Kevin Rice, Elizabeth Robbie, Krista Roemer, Sook Rogness, Jerry Rud, Steve Rud, Elizabeth Schreiner, Michelle Shiffler, Sandra Showalter, John Smisek,, Brian Sorter, Michael Sorenson, Matthew SjaCkhaOSrMark Straight, Steve Style, Kevin Supple, Ben Thorsell, Jeff Timonen, Alison Titcomb, Angela TrinhAShannon Turbak, Donna Baught, Josh Vincent, Brian Walvatne, Janell Weishaar, CSrcy WdKe, Matthew Wendorf, Jennifer Wiczek, Tim Williams, Paula Wurl. Bold type indicates regional team. Just three Senior happy-go-lucky runners and ...? s s € % c o u N T R Y R u n s W i 1 d Pat Fox runs fast and relaxe. 123

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Above And Beyond he cross-country running team con- Tsisted of over one hundred students who love to run. It was one of the largest cross-country teams in the United States. The captains of the team were Stacy Harwell, Allison Titcomb, Tim Williams, and Andrew Mahle. The only runner that made it to state was Allison Titcomb, where she placed fifth. The team played games at practice occasionally to break routine. On other days though they ran hard to get in shape for their meets. Mr. Kleyman: All right guys this is the race plan. ' Three Junior runners ready to burst into a race. Right: Alison Titcomb and Randy Foy, two dedicated runners. k. , Need we say more! 122

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Above And Beyond The 1988 Armstrong Girls Volley- ball team had an exciting season in their awesome journey to the Min- nesota State Runner Up Championship. Led by Senior captains Emily Ahlquist and Mary Steiner, the season began on August 22nd. It was a senior dominated squad with varying degrees of volleyball experience. Head coach Steve Getchell believed he saw championship potential back in the early practices. The coach carefully selected seniors Kari Alstad and back up senior Shayne Ernzer as setters, which was an essential process. All State and All American hitter Emily Ahlquist and middle hitters Mary Steiner and Lori Tate combined with Kel- ly Norman to lead the offense for the Fal- cons. Seniors Kerby Norman and Danielle Roskop proved to be the key players for the defense. This team provided intense matches during regular season play, particularly against Hopkins and Rosemount. The Fal- cons also finished high in three top rated tournaments, battling Osseo for third place in the Moorhead match. Coach Get- chell remarked that experience united players to a common commitment. He cites a game victory over Columbia Heights in the Apple Valley tournament as inspirational. As expected, the Region 6AA title was between Hopkins and Armstrong. In a marathon two and a half hour, five game match, our Falcons continued to keep up with their winning streak, stealing the 6AA crown (15-13, 1-15, 14-16, 15-13, 15- 10) and a trip to the Met Center. At State, the Falcons defeated Hibbing (15-10, 15-7, 15-6) in their first State match, advancing to the semi-finals. Pity- ing before 6000 spectators, the Falcons showed pride and determination in a five game, two hour match victory over Chaska, earning the right to play Moor- head in the Minnesota State Volleyball Title. In spite of a valiant Falcon effort, the Moorhead depth prevailed. The team revived silver medals and a grand trophy for the school showcase. A pepfest in their honor saw proud students and fans paying tribute to their team as the trophy was presented to principal Judith Maethner. The experience for team members was highlighted at the year end banquet. Most players called it the Best Year Ever. Amid tears and sad farewells, the girls treasured the memories of a lifetime. Strong offensive moves and defensive posture means a successful scramble at the net. Fan support sent the Falcons soaring. 124