Thornwood High School - Thunderbird Yearbook (South Holland, IL)

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::E2:..:1L. :SV X A ntramurals prepare gymnasts Flexibility is only one element it takes to be a Tumbleweed. It also takes stamina, hardwork and dedi- cation. Every Thursday afternoon at the south end of the fieldhouse, gymnastics enthusiasts practiced difficult stunts as well as persever- ance. Learning new tumbling or a- paratus routines was not always easyg at times it could be quite pain- ful because of a nasty fall or a bad landing. Sponsored by Coach Dick Foerch, i . ' E. 3 1 5 as-Q N iii, xg Q QE wg! sg if as xl X531 aff Tumbleweeds gave students with an interest in gymnastics a chance to keep in shape and train under care- ful supervision. Although most stu- dents were members of the gymnas- tics team, Tumbleweeds is open to all students. Tumbleweeds was not a fund rais- ing club. Members join, said one Tumbleweed, to relax and wr 'c out with friends. It's a great way to get away from all the tensions of school. ,.,Myg,g4MW,.. ..,,, ..,1.l , V V it Above: Lynn Tomlinson balances herself in the split position. Top Left: Chris Murphy swings around the bar while trying to perfect a windmill. Above Left: Greg Stockman executes perfect form by keeping his arms at a 900 angle. TUMBLEWEEDS Front Row: Kim Fur- uyama, Lynn Tomlinson, Keith McDonnell, Ron Detmar, Gina Spadoni. Second Row: Donna Gonzales, Chris Murphy, Brent O'Con- nell, Sue Besich, Gary Stockman, Mary Det- mar. Back Row: Leanne Matczak, Maryjane Rogers, Kevin Sheehan, Sheryl Boersma, John Mance, Al Terrazas, Bryan Eytcheson, Coach Foerch. TUMBLEWEEDS 77

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Cheerleaders ignite spirit Did you make it? Did you make it? The thrill of becoming a cheer- leader can send girls into ecstasy. Being a Thornwood cheerleader has been considered an honor especially among all who have struggled to be- come one. Each cheerleader is looked upon as a reflection of Thornwood. Re- quirements and rules are set up for cheerleaders to convey the quality of our school. At try-outs freshmen, sophomores, and juniors put forth their best, hoping to be selected. Judges look for qualities among them suitable for dedicated cheer- leaders. Coordination is mandatory along with traits such as an outgoing personality and the ability to work with other people. Being a good cheerleader de- mands hard Work especially with other school pressures. Many hours are involved. Weekends are often sacrificed to attend games, and oth- er cheerleading activities engulf a large portion of a cheerleader's free time. But these disadvantages are overlooked by Thornwood's enthu- siastic cheerleaders. Teri Emerick expressed gratifyingly that, Being a cheerleader, you experience a lot of different situations that help you after graduation. You work with people and get people involved. Above: Ready and in perfect form Annette Giertych begins the junior varsity pompon routine during half-time on Thornwood's football field. Above Left: Teri Emerick, cheerleading cap- tain, generates spirit not only in the specta- tors but in her fellow cheerleaders. FRESHMAN CHEERLEADERS Front Row: Doria Farrante. Second Row: Michele VanKanigan, Cindy Knittle, Colleen Byrne. Top Row: Editha Saniano, Jennifer Ramos, Carol Reese. CHEERLEADERS 79