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Show I lady Uftes GYMNASTICS & INTRAMURALS iremmaSini New recruits to offset Jr senior losses All-Ameri- cah By Dirk Facer Chronicle assistant sports editor her grow up in the sport," Marsden said in reference to Schaerrer. The Orem gymnast has been training in Southern California with former Olympic Coach Don There are many things in life you can always count on, Among these consistent treasures are Santa Clans, tuition increases and the Lady Ute gymnasts. Coach Greg Marsden and his Lady Ute gymnastics program are steady winners. In fact, the term "Derennial j powerhouse" may better fit this team. ommpetDftove I Peters. As for Shelley, the Ohio native visited the U. campus last year and expressed interest in joining the program this fell. "She came out with her mother last summer looking at ' the school and was very interested in coming here," Marsden said. "We have a good feeling about her." These new additions will help offeet the loss pf the - me evidence that supports such a claim can be found m a Jon M. Huntsman Center trophy case. Lvnne Lederer. Cnervl Wfiathfirstnnp and Utah recorded six straight national championships , Jill Stuart. Lederer and Weatherstone were, seniors last from 1981 to 1986. Since then, the Ladv Utes have year, while Stuart transferred to Michigan State. k recorded second place finishes in the The Lady Utes open their season with three straight NCAA Championships. home meets. On Jan. 16, Utah will host Utah State and 'fThere are now a number of good programs with good Iowa, with Arizona State visiting Salt Lake City on Jan. 23. academics around," Marsden said in reference to the lhe third and hnal leg of the home stand will feature past two years when Georgia and Alabama each claimed defending NCAA champion Alabama. The Tide edged a national championship. Utah out for the title last April in the Huntsman Center. "Now with the championship being spread around, an "Alabama will be a great meet," Marsden said. "Our home-menumber of programs have the chance to schedule is exceptional and very tough. It increasing become really successful." should be an exciting season for us." This season Marsden feels any one of five schools Although the streak of national championships ended could claim the NCAA championship. two years ago at six, the goals of Coach Marsden are "Alabama and UCLA have to be considered the more or less to remain competitive and improve. favorites with the seasons they had last year and the The most important thing is to be as competitive as have back. also recruited people they coming They very,SJiwe can with, the personnel we have," Marsden said. "Our well," Marsden said. ."Georgia, LSU and ourselves wili challengg is tp get better and continue to improve, but of be the other challengers." v course we would like to win." ' .'. :! v 1)1 the for the newest edition the of Marsden that the Leading way Lady key to success this emphasized will be returning Patti Massoels,, u son will be based on a variety of variables. Kristi Pinnick, Jessica Smith and Kris Takahashi. 'During the season we have to stay healthy and Standout performers Hilarie Portell and Sonja Ahone improve as we have in the past," Marsden concluded. "If represent tne only seniors on this year's squad. Michelle everything gels, I think we'll be there again with a Huse is the only other returning gymnast. lchance to win it all in the end." iniin uV Mb f , "We have a good nucleus coming back," Marsden said In that case, plan on another successful evmnastics about his returning gymnasts.; . season.jfter'all, being there in the end is a Lady' Utetra-i- , "In additionMarsn'obtauied wo services of twooufe dition. So is winning a national championship. 'v standing recruits for the upcoming season. Shelly,;. ,', cnaerrer oi urem ano wenuy dneuey oi unestenano, Laay ute uymnast Jessica bmitn win return to the 1988-8- 9 team. Utah recorded six straight national hiOf joih Jhesquad as freshmen this year. "I have known Shelley for a long time. I've watched v championships from 1981 to 1986. All-America- ns back-to-bac- o et . ; , , 1:4 0 no ' . I sea-Ut- es Ail-America- ns f tt . - o J WW. ' Intramurals offer students chance to compete in many sports for people who like to participate in intramural activities but don't have the time to compete all quarter. The activity begins on a Friday evening and continues on Saturday and Sunday until a champion is crowned. Officials are needed for events like flag football, soccer and volleyball. Individuals with previous experience or an interest to learn and be involved are encouraged to apply. The pay begins at $3.45 per hour. By Dave Hosicx Chronicle staff writer iThe University of Utah's Intramural Office offers stu dents, facutly and staff the opportunity to compete in a competitive yet relaxed atmosphere. Intramural activities are open to all students with a current student I.D. and facility, staff, and alumni with campus recreation membership cards. Entries will be accepted at the Intramural Office at Health, Physical Education and Recreation East Room 214 from the last week of the previous quarter until the entry deadline. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. An entry fee and a refundable forfeit deposit must be turned in with the entry form. The entry fees are non- refundable if forfeits occur. ; Individuals participate in intramural activities at their own risk. A personal health insurance policy Is each individual's responsibility and is strongly suggested. ' Autumn quarter events include soccer, flag football, wallyball, floor hockey, a softball volleyball, h basketball, the tournament, Napoleon tournament (open to basketball players under 6 feet tall) and the McGuire Open golf tournament. f Other fall activities include the Creep, Club and Croak, a midnight golf tournament, a squash tournament, the 5K Wild Goose Chase, a badminton tournament and a weekend tennis tournament. Also offered this fall are seven events which provide students the opportunity to travel to compete in the Association of College Unions International Regional table Competition. The events are bowling, racquetball, darts. tennis, backgammon, chess, billiards and .Winners will have the opportunity to qualify for ' regional tournament competition. and football 'Traditional fall events like soccer, flag golf offer teams and individuals the opportunity to compete for titles and awards, but other events, like the Creep, Crawl and Croak Club and the weekend tennis tournament, re unique. The Creep, Crawl and Croak Club is for people who like to run, bike andor swim. The number of miles covered each week is charted on map in the campus recreation office. When participants reach a predetermined and become number of miles, they are awarded a official members of tne club. On the other hand, the weekend tennis tournament is two-on-t- three-on-thr- five-on-fi- ve six-on-s- ix , wo three-on-thr- one-pitc- Activities are scheduled in the Tate afternoon and evening hours. The intramural office is willing to adjust schedules to accomodate interested people. ,. Events scheduled for winter quarter include another basket Creen. Crawl and Croak comDetition. ball, another Napoleon basketball tournament, basketball, volleyball, indoor soccer, bowling, racquetball and squash. ee ee T-sh- irt r. i(jX& Sjlt p Present this Coupon For: $2 off on Any Food Item yf& Sundays through Thursdays - One Coupon per Person &?JfJ)) S W) ,T k: |
