University of Maryland College Park - Terrapin / Reveille Yearbook (College Park, MD)

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Terrapin Trot More than 300 runners showed up to test their stamina Oct. 20 for the sixth annual Terrapin Trot around the U. of MD campus. Sponsored by the Stamp Union, the race began around 9:00 a.m. despite slick weath- er conditions, and runners took off, following the winding course past buildings and trees. A lOK race, the Terrapin Trot gave men and women a chance to win prizes while running just for the fun of it. Overall winners for male and females received 10-speed bi- cycles, the grand prizes, during an awards ceremony after the race. Radios were given to the first place winners of each separate age group, and certificates were given to second and third place winners finishers in each group. For the rest of the runners, the reward for running came from the satisfaction of the finish itself Mike Kline, a junior pre-veteri- nary major and a two year Terrapin Trot participant, summed it up best when he said, I really just enjoy being a part of a Maryland tradition. Swndy Padvro tmmmim -- --- .m, . Terrapin Trot 29

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Off And Pedaling The Second Annual Campus Criterium Bicy- cle Race was held April 28, attracting more than 300 riders to the University of Maryland from around the country. The riders, including more than 31 campus students, were divided into groups ranging from young juniors to licensed seniors based on their riding abilities and experience. Then the race began and they were sent on their way, speeding around an exciting 1.6 mile course. Racers were taken around Byrd Stadi- um, up a sweeping turn and through a slightly twisting climb up Stadium Drive to the finish line. Depending on the cyclist ' s classification, the course was made up of four to t wenty-five laps. Sponsored by the University ' s Stamp Union Programs, the College Park Bicycle Club and the Chesapeake Wheelman, Inc., the bike race was Stage 11 of the First Annual Tour of Mary- land. Stage I, a roadrace held in Baltimore, was developed by the 1985 Campus Criterium Co- ordinating Committee, which wanted to ex- pand the existing Campus Criterium from a one day event to a two day staged event, accord- ing to the Tour of Maryland program. All together, a total of $4,C00 worth of prizes were given. Winners were chosen from each category of the bike race, and five overall Tour of Maryland winners were chosen as well. In addition, each bike racer had the opportu- nity to win other prizes during the race. These prizes, called primes, were awarded for special sprints within the race to the finish line. Whether competing or observing, all en- joyed the day, and plans for the 1986 Second Annual Tour of Maryland were already in the making. Claire Fagen

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' ' Once Upon A Dream ' ' Gymkana PHOTOS BY DANNY DARMSTADTER 30 The University of Maryland Gymkana Troupe presented its 39th Annual Gym- nastic Exhibition, titled Once Upon A Dream, on March 29th and 30th in Cole Field House. As it has done every year since it was founded in 1955, the troupe used the show as an invitation to take note of the wonders gymnastics has to offer as a sport, both competitively and recreationally, and to enhance the development of each of its members. Aimed primarily at a young audience, the two hour presentation proved to be entertaining to all former children as well. A vaulting routine, involving all Gymkana members, opened the show, capturing the audience ' s attention from the start. All interests were represented as rou- tines ranged from advanced tumbling demonstrations to colorful ribbon dances, and performers were energetic and skill- ful in each. Some of the more unusual presentations included a chair balancing act, ladder ballet, and mixed doubles balancing. The ' dream theme was present in all aspects of the show, from the costumes to the lighting to the humorous skits between gymnastic routines. Troupe members sang, told stories, and role-played in acts designed to evoke giggles and cheers from the kiddies watching and, hopefully. to promote an interest in gymnastics as a fun and entertaining, as well as competi- tive sport. ■ One favorite act was the Raggedy Ann and Andy comedy routine on the parallel bars. Their efforts to conquer the parallels resulted in several splats onto the mats below, bringing gales of laughter, shouts, and muffled, mock criticism from the audience. The music throughout the show was up- beat and contemporary and creative clothing and gestures were often added to match the routines to the songs in the background. Special effects, such as a mirrored ball and clouds of smoke added just the right touch to the dreamlike atmosphere. The 1985 Gymkana president, Carlos Menendez, introduced the troup mem- bers and thanked their coach. Dr. Moseph Murray, for ' ' getting the show on the road . . . and helping to create a rewarding season. Retiring Gymkana director and coach Dr. George Kramer was also honored during the show. Kramer, currently Act- ing Dean of the College of Health, Physi- cal Education and Recreation, was a long- time member and former Gymkana president. This year ' s performance was dedicated to Dr. Kramer and the ideals and philosophies with which he tried to help the members of Gymkana. Claire Fagen