St Ignatius High School - Ignatian Yearbook (Cleveland, OH)

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 RIGHT: Besides being a state champion shotputtor, Tim Vala was also tricaptain on the varsity basketball team. A80VE: Relegated to the roles ol spectators. Mike and Brad Stinn reflect the disappointment of this year's football toam. Themei'5

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i IBM N midst the vast sea of diversity fill at Ignatius there is a dynamic spirit which is the cornerstone of our intense unity. Inspired by a burning enthusiasm, we face formidable challenges with an air of confidence and pride. Although we do not always meet with victor)', victory is always our objective. We celebrate our accomplishments and grow through our failings. Throughout all our endeavors we set our sights high, condemning mediocrity as a worthless goal. Drawing strength from our unity, we push ourselves beyond our own limitations in our intrepid quest for excellence. The infinite variety of our talents is reflected in the countless directions in which our efforts extend. Collectively, we are a melting pot of scholars, athletes, writers, speakers, organizers, and leaders. The essential thread tying all of our activities together is the vision of success which constantly kindles a spirit of ardent determination within us. Striving for excellence . . . that's what Ignatius is all about. WESTL ABOVE: Forming tho traditional pyramid, the spiritleaders led by Mike Timony spur the cheers of the student body. RIGHT. Small but well-disciplined, the St. Ignatius Marching Band hoods the directives of senior drum major. Jim Kilbane 4 Theme mi

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mm blue and gold clad spirit-leader leaps ecstatically before ijs w towering rows of thundering ™ ® fans. On the court a fleet-footed guard sinks a game winning field goal. Steadfastly defending his position, a champion debater battles to capture yet another victory. A SCIP volunteer selflessly braves the cold and the snow of a December morning to deliver gifts of food to the needy. Exhausted by a grueling race, a determined cross country runner ignores the pain of fatigue as he strides toward the finish line. A bleary eyed yearbook editor scurries about a cold sixth floor office, frantically struggling against time to meet a pressing deadline. All of these activists typify the spirit which is the essence of the Ignatius experience. We are individuals, gifted and imaginative. We uphold the traditions of the past while setting trends for the future. We are a close-knit community striving in unison for the high standard of excellence. We are Ignatius. BELOW Reflecting the importance of the liturgy to the Ignatius community was the school-wide Eucharistic celebration on the Feast of tho immaculate Conception. RIGHT Focusing the Ignatius spirit on perhaps our most dreaded too rosulted in senior Jim Alkire's impersonation of an inept St. Edward football coach B'Theme