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| Sports December 2001, Volume 5, No. 4 |
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Boys and coaches enthusiastic
By Kaitlyn L.
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| Sixth, seventh and eighth grade boys basketball tryouts were held on December 5 and 6. | |
Tryouts were held on Wednesday, December 5 and Thursday, December 6. More then sixty boys tried out, but no one was cut until the second day.
At tryouts, the main thing that players did was drill.
Seventh grader Erik S. said that running was the hard part at tryouts, but everything else was fun. Eighth graders Nick T. and Mike H. thought that tryouts were pretty difficult.
The players tried out because they like to play basketball, and they wanted something to do after school.
Coaches, Mr. Anderson and Mr. Poremba, both said that putting together these teams was a hard decision because everyone gave a lot of effort.
Erik and Mike commented that they thought Mr. Anderson and Mr. Poremba would do a great job.
Mr. Anderson stated, "Both Peacock teams will be competitive in the conference." When they compared this year's tryouts to years before, both coaches said that there was much more talent, more players than positions, and there were harder decisions to make.
Both teams will play at least eighteen games including two holiday tournaments. Both the coaches and players think this season will be great.
The following boys made the teams:
Nick T.
Gio C.
Mike H.
Bobby G.
Brandon C.
John S.
Ian M.
Joe G.
Lee A.
James H.
Alex C.
Anthony M.
Justin P.
Mike K.
David S.
Joe F.
Marc J.
Kevin K.
Brad K.
Keith M.
Mike N.
Kyle P.
Erik S.
Alex S.
Bryan H.
Frank C.
Logan M.
Derek S.
Evin S.
William V.
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We've got spirit
Cheerleaders chosen
By Missy W.
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| Eighth graders, left to right, Rachel R., Elizabeth I. and Christine C. practice routines at the cheerleading clinic before tryouts. | |
The cheerleaders are off to a good start, according to many of the eighth graders who competed to join the squad this year.
Though not many sixth graders competed, there was some real talent exhibited, and it was very hard on coaches Mrs. Leikin and Miss Olson.
Many of girls wanted boys to try out, but sixth grader Rena W. said, "guys would get in the way and not take cheerleading seriously." Many of the members wanted guys to be spotters and to help the girls out.
Several girls competing for the squad have past experience, making for a difficult decision for the judges.
A few have participated in the Gems, a cheerleading group sponsored by the Itasca Park District, while others have made the squad in past years, and some others had been members of the Bandits, a cheerleading squad in Bensenville, and the Bears, a squad in Bloomingdale.
More than fifty students hoped to make the team. They practiced in the halls and at lunch, and were nervous about auditions.
The following students made the squads:
Rosa A.
Kim B.
Jessica L.
Megan L.
Ana N.
Lara P.
Lidia T.
Ashley Z.
Christine C.
Christa C.
Kim C.
Cara G.
Liz I.
Alyson K.
Rachael R.
Lauren S.
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What it takes to be a cheerleader
By Joanna M. and Megan L.
What does it take to be a cheerleader? Both Peacock coaches, Miss Olson and Mrs. Leikin said that dance classes and being strong help a lot. But, spirit, a loud voice, and some gymnastics can help as well. Pep and speed are also needed.
Everyone can try out for the cheerleading squad, all grades, boys as well as girls. The coaches commented that they would like to see some boys try out.
The squad will perform many court-side cheers as well as one show in between games and one during half time. Also, the cheerleaders are free to make up cheers that can be used during games.
With all the hard work and coordination required, only eight eighth graders and eight sixth and seventh graders were chosen out of the fifty-two students who auditioned.
Mrs. Leikin and Miss Olson agreed that the choices were hard, but they added that they were excited about the big turn-out for auditions.
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Lake Park Soccer
Senior Success is clear
By Kevin H.
On October 16, 2001, the Lake Park High School soccer team celebrated its thirtieth Senior Night. It was a night filled with excitement and surprises.
The festivities started out with each of the five Junior Varsity seniors being recognized followed by the nine Varsity seniors.
After the announcements, the seniors gathered for a group picture and got ready to play an allimportant conference game.
This match pitted the Lancers against the Royals of Larkin High School, Elgin. The first half was very intense.
The Lancers almost came out playing too intensely, as the Royals had a great chance in the eighth minute that was denied by a diving Blake Hughes, senior goalkeeper and Peacock alumnus.
After that scare, the Lancers rallied to have two shots spit out by the crossbar and one miss, just wide. All the seniors played in the first half except the other goalkeeper who was put in during the second half.
The second half was exciting. The real Lancer lineup was put in to do its job and win the game. In the fiftieth minute, Lancer forward George Fleps, a senior from Roselle, scored a beautiful goal that was bent into the lower right corner.
Fleps would not have been able to put the shot on target without the laserguided pass from Justin Frizzelle, senior midfielder, and another Peacock alumnus.
Twelve minutes later, Fleps put in another one for the Lancers, increasing their lead to 20. The Royals had a couple of chances that never really developed into anything.
To cap off the night, senior Blake Hughes, who was switched into the field, scored a "rocketofashot," assisted by senior midfielder Noel Curran from Roselle, with forty seconds left in the game.
Final score: Lancers 3 Royals 0.
"It was great to be able to get a win on Senior Night and keep ourwinning streak alive," said Fleps.
"I'll miss this field, the team, and this program when the season is over and I can't play here anymore," said Hughes.
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From last to first!
Bears fans are excited
By Mike R.
Sports Editor
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| The Bears have the ball on December 16, 2001 at Soldier Field. Wow, what a game! The Bears dominated and the atmosphere was incredible. I’ve been to ten games and this was the most crowded and fun. The final score was Chicago 27, Tampa 3. |
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Could it be the Bears' golden year to the win Super Bowl at New Orleans? Their fans sure hope so. The Bears have lost for so long that they are way overdue for some wins.
With their commanding victory over divisional rival, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, last Sunday, the Bears clinched a playoff berth.
The Bears have one of the best defenses in the league. This is largely credited to their young middle linebacker, Brian Urlacher.
Urlacher is like the quarterback on defense. He calls the plays, stops the pass, and often puts a lot of pressure on the opposing quarterback to throw the ball.
Urlacher has made more tackles than any other member of the team and is always in the right spot to get an interception.
Marty Booker has emerged as an unexpected star on the offense. He helped win the first game against Tampa Bay this season with three touchdown catches.
The Bears have a record of ten wins and three losses. Only the St. Louis Rams have a better record at nine and two.
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