St Marys High School - Sceptre Yearbook (South Amboy, NJ)

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Twomey’s Spring Classic This year’s Ping Pong Tourna- ment proved to be an exciting event that resulted in many close match- es. The tournament, started by Mr. Twomey nine years ago, attracted nearly fifty students and faculty to the competition. The final matches were held in the gym before the junior class as Mark Daskiewicz edged Beth Sharkey in three tough sets to win the consolation match. In the championship match Randy Wilson proved too tough for Mr. “Tank” Tice as he captured first place. The four top finishers will be added to the ping pong banner that will be permanently on display in the school. ST.MARY’S HIGH SCHOOL PING PONG TOURNEY THE TWOMEY spring classic: -ten. Clbamokw Runner up 1978 Dave Goring Joe Jackson 1977 Dave Ocrinn Mr.llart 1978 Mr. Tcrlr zi Mr. Han 1979 Dave (icrinK Paul Fecskovio 1980 Mark Noble Tons Campoicalc 1981 Mark Noble Tbny Caniporculc 1982 Maik Noble Tony (.'amporeale Mr. Tice applies his winning spin to win the serve. Randy Wilson s winning serve captures him the title. 22 Ping Pong Tournament

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Richard Dawson Move Over TOP — “GOOD ANSWER” by Mr. Tice and his Junior family Elaine Sarlo. Dave Skarzynski, Beth Sharkey, and Bill O’Leary. ABOVE — Paul Mazzella asks Mrs. Panigrosso and Mr. Tice the deciding question. The latest activity to grace St. Mary’s is the Family Feud. This event unites the four classes in the heat of competition. Hosted by Paul Mazzella, sponsored by the freshman class, the Family Feud has proven to be very successful. The first event was won by the freshmen who defeated the sophomores. Afterward, the seniors went on to defeat the juniors, ad- vancing to the finals. The crux of the competition, the big match between the two winning classes, held everyone spell-bound, all were in awe wondering, “Could the seniors hold the lead or would the freshmen steal the show?” The suspense was finally broken through a dazzling display of team work sending the seniors to victory giving them the prestige of being “The finest in the school.” ABOVE — The Freshman Family of Trish Radwanski. John LeFante. Michelle Bialoblocki, Keith Andrejewski. and Mr. Philips feel dejected as they get their third strike. Family Feud 21

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Although the Boys’ Tennis team ended their season with a disap- pointing record, they still can be called winners. Coach Mr. Ryan said that the team displayed ex- cellent sportsmanship as well as a drive to do their best for St. Mary’s. He also added that each individual retained their winning spirit throughout the season. With outstanding efforts made by first singles player and M.V.P. Steve Martin, along with second singles, Kevin O’Neill, and third singles, Sean McCarthy, the team had a determined singles line-up. School spirit was also obvious in the double’s teams. Kevin Byrne and Paul Mazzella never gave up, even when things were not going well. This quality was equally present in all other members of the team, including second doubles, Pete Wagner and Tom McDow. Even though this was the usual lineup, there were often position changes between talented members, John Noble and Mike McDonald. Back — Coach Mr. Ryan. Kevin O'Neill, Sean McCarthy, Steve Martin. John Noble Front — Paul Mazzella, Kevin Byrne, Tom McDow, Mike McDonald. Pete Wagner. Boys’ Tennis SMHS OPPONENT 1 St. Thomas 4 2 Greenbrook 3 0 St. Peters S 2 Greenbrook 3 1 South River 4 0 Matawan 5 1 St. Thomas 4 2 Sayreville 3 1 North Brunswick 4 0 St. Peters 5 1 Plainfield 4 2 Sayreville 3 1 Matawan 4 0 Wins 12 Losses Left — A winning backhand shot by Sean McCarthy. Right — Mr. Ryan give Pete Wagner and Paul Mazzella some encouraging advice. Boys Tennis 23