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Show March 9, 1978 Official Program Page 1 3 Man Coaches BYU Women Dr. Courtney Leishman brings his new assignment as womens basketball coach the that has characenthusiasm terized his coaching at Malad High, BYU High, and BYU. An advocate and an expert student of k the Stan Watts style of play, Leishman was BYU freshman basketball coach under both Watts and Glenn Potter and has been an assistant varsity coach. willing to work hard; they are very teachable and have a strong desire to be successful. This team is willing to prepare to win. The enthusiasm of the coach is already reflected in the responsiveness of his players. to fast-brea- ' He officiates football and for the Rocky basketball Mountain Conference and for the Utah High School Association. For nine weeks this past summer, he coached basketball at the University of Los Andes in Women's basketball team: (I. to r.) front row, P. Fern Gardner, S. Vest, L. McCarter; back row, M. Stevens, Waldram, Coach L. Grant, M. Eckroth, J. Quimby, D. Lyons and K. Henage. Neeley, 1977-7- Merida, Venezuela. fantastic Leishman sees a challenge in womens basketball. The program is going to explode, he says. There is no limit to what we can accomplish at BYU. We have some of the greatest facilities and one of the most pleasant universities in the country. The players want to learn. They are Eckroth 8 UNIVERSITY OF UTAH getting backing from institutions didnt have any backing at all. The coaching is improving, but its still not what it should Hometown mens basketball program has generated a great deal of fan support, the women are struggling a bit, although things are improving. Gotten Better Its gotten much better, says Mo. But still, when we play a 5:15 p.m. game on Thursday, there's no one there to start the game. It kind of feels like were not playing. When the fans do come in, theyre scattered all over. Mos real name is Maureen, but STAYHER STUDIOS S. High School Salt Lake City West Brigham, Utah Box Elder Birgham, Utah Box Elder Farmington, Utah Davis Salt Lake City Judge Lemon Grove, Ca. Grossmont Salt Lake City Olympus Salt Lake City West Salt Lake City East Spanish Fork, Ut Spanish Fork Provo, Utah Provo Grand Junction, Co. Grand Jet. friends started calling her Mo in junior high mainly because I didnt like it. It doesnt bother me continued the slim anymore, Ute forward. Its shorter and easier to say on the basketball floor. Mo originally wanted to play for Utah State because the Aggies had gone to the national tournament and had Fern Gardner as their coach. But she became good friends with some of the Ute players and enrolled at Utah. Gardner later switched jobs and became the basketball coach and athletic director at Uteville. As the season progresses and the Utes battle for a spot in the sectional tournament, it appears that Utah is happy Mo Eckroth decided against Cache Valley. be. While the Ute H. Parrish, L. University of Utah Roster cont. from page 8 now. Before, we Andersen, See wlhiatt makes Mazdas GLC a Gireatt LittttDe Car. HOME OF OGDEN'S SYMPHONIC ACCORDION ORCHESTRA Where Music Is The Key To Opportunity ACCORDION & GUITAR INSTRUCTION SALES SERVICE Model Shown Deluxe 4 E. optional Beginner Through Professional Levels Qualified Instructors Ut DonGi-'i- condition , ,p. ij r'ti pin t , T v i" I;. iv y i.instT'isv n Ynu N.tGit.H . c. ,tn Mu ..iim jpo :.hi . to :r i ' Standard Model Suggested retail price, freight, dealer prep, taxes and license fees extra. CRUCIANELLI ELECTRONIC ACCORDION ORGAN SALES WE ALSO SELL ALL OTHER INSTRUMENTS CUTRUBUS Beginner Through Advanced Bands Outstanding Entertainment Available to Schools , Churches, Clubs, Parties, Etc. FREEWAY MAZDA 843 West Riverdale Road.. Ph. Well Play Anywhere 3385 Harrison Blvd np'j h. ;f' fUKi PA Hatchback 392-256- 6 Vi Suggested retail price, freight, dealer prep, 621-110- 0 yJ |
