Sayreville War Memorial High School - Quo Vadis Yearbook (Parlin, NJ)

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A Soft Touch Adding (ruth to the old proverb that diamonds are a girl’s best triend was the Var- sity Softball team, which performed nicely on the diamond despite a disappointing season. Four year Varsity Softball veteran Laurie LaBranche capitalized on this premise with a display of offensive and defensive strength that earned her a spot on the first team All- conference. An otherwise inexperienced team reinforced this idea as they battled to a promising 9-12 record. Talented underclassmen included shortstop Jeanne Holt, who slugged four home runs and amassed 26 RBI's, and Colleen Crozier, who pitched to a 6-4 record. Optimistically, Coach Ryan anticipates that the experience gathered by this year’s players will lead to an outstanding season next year. ABOVE: At a crucial point in the game, the varsity in- fielders call time to discuss the possibilities of the next play. LEFT: Eagerly awaiting for a chance to get into action, Caryn Lukie watches for the ball. BELOW: Poised on third base, Molly Jones hopes to im- prove the Bomber score. Sayreville W.M.H.S. Varsity Softball SWMHS OPPONENT 21 Middletown North 13 8 Carteret 7 4 East Brunswick 0 19 Cedar Ridge 1 7 Colonia 10 8 Woodbridge 7 8 J. F. Kennedy 5 4 J. P. Stevens 5 17 Perth Amboy 2 4 Edison 6 10 Carteret 3 1 Madison Central 3 1 East Brunswick 2 2 Cedar Ridge 5 1 Colonia 2 3 Woodbridge 1 1 J. F. Kennedy 2 3 J. P. Stevens 4 6 Perth Amboy 4 3 Edison 16 6 South River 8 1 County Tournament 11 South Plainfield 2 State Tournament 8 East Brunswick Total 10-10 1981 Varsity Softball 23

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The Right Ingredients Take heaping portions of talent, spirit, and experience; mix thoroughly with long hours of practice; and top it off with a never-say- die philosophy. This proved to be a suc- cessful recipe for a winning Varsity baseball season. Led by a corps of seasoned veterans, the 1980-81 squad compiled an impressive 19- 8 record, which included a trip to the Finals of the County Tournament. There the Bombers lost a hard fought match, to season rivals Edison, by a score of 3-2. Although each team member possessed the “tools” for success, certain players were honored for their outstanding talents. Mark McSpadden, Ray Kreiger, and Tom Cannon each received a berth on the All-County team. Kreiger was also named to the 2nd All-State team and was awarded a baseball scholarship to Clemson University. Cannon was signed by the San Diego Padres to play minor league ball. When asked to comment on the success of the team, Coach Gozora concluded proud- ly, “It was a good season, and that’s exactly what we expected.” ABOVE: In an attempt to score his teammate from 3rd, Steve Cunha eyes the opposing pitcher carefully. RI6HT: The concentration upon the face of Scott D’Aloia reflects the team's determination. Sayreville W.M.H.S. Varsity Baseball SWMHS OPPONENT 6 Middletown North 5 3 Carteret 2 4 East Brunswick 5 10 Cedar Ridge 2 11 Colonia 8 10 Woodbridge 2 12 J. F. Kennedy 3 5 J. P. Stevens 3 2 Perth Amboy 1 2 Edison 7 7 Carteret 1 2 Madison Central 1 4 East Brunswick 5 8 Cedar Ridge 7 9 Colonia 8 11 Woodbridge 9 5 J. F. Kennedy 0 5 J. P. Stevens 0 7 Perth Amboy 6 2 Edison 4 11 South River 0 6 Madison Central 9 5 Highland Park 0 4 East Brunswick 3 3 Piscataway 2 2 Edison 3 1 East Brunswick 6 Total 20-7 1981 22 Varsity Baseball

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Sideline spirit is displayed by the JV Softball substitutes as teammates perform well on field. On the Run Headed by fielder Tim McKeon and batter Chris Basso, the JV Baseball team finished the season with an 11-11 record. Outstanding records were held by pitchers Joe Bfand and Kurt Wenzel. Steve Shortino led the team with 16 runs scored. Overall Coach Toto felt the team was well-rounded, and stated, “With more ex- perience this team could be a powerhouse of sluggers. !l SWMHS Sayreville W.M.H.S. J.V. Baseball OPPONENT 2 Middletown North 16 7 Carteret 1 2 East Brunswick 11 4 Cedar Ridge 0 9 Colonia 6 0 Woodbridge 1 6 J. F. Kennedy 2 7 J. P. Stevens 9 13 Perth Amboy 9 12 Edison 3 11 Carteret 5 6 Madison Central 10 3 East Brunswick 2 3 Cedar Ridge 4 6 Colonia 7 3 Woodbridge 4 3 J. F. Kennedy 5 2 J. P. Stevens 10 8 Perth Amboy 7 12 Edison 5 8 South River 7 8 Madison Central Total 11-11 1981 13 Desire, spirit, and dedication motivated the Girl’s JV softball team to an impressive initial season. Coach Popowski pointed to their 6-2 record as proof of more than just promising abilities. Individuals on the team are looking for- ward to an even more impressive season in '82. Sayreville W.M.H.S. J.V. Softball SWMHS OPPONENT 14 Middletown North 19 14 Cedar Ridge 15 9 J. P. Stevens 7 17 Perth Amboy 2 28 Madison Central 8 10 East Brunswick 9 4 Cedar Ridge 2 21 Perth Amboy 5 Total 6-2 1981 24 JV Baseball Softball