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Show 1 DA The Sal t Lake J r ihune Senior LlirU I. In Wednesday, January 22, 986 "W Eagle Star Had Reluctant Start, But Now She Loves Basketball By Patti Auer Tribune Staff Writer Skyline High s Chris Ely was in the fourth grade when she was introduced to the game of basketball Her mom bought tickets to a of Utah game, hut Chris threw a fit She didn't want to go But go she did, and today she is glad her parents took her to that game. I loved it. I thought it would be awful, but I was really surprised." she said "After that I bugged my parents to get me a basket. I kept playing all the time. Eagle coach Joan Burdett is pleased Elly found the game. "She has great dedication to the game," said Burdett. "She spends long hours in her driveway practicing. She shovels when it snows and clears a path so she can shoot. Her perseverance got her where she is today." Ely averages 10 points a game, as well as five rebounds. She plays the wing and is known for her consistent shooting, especially from the basey line. "I think Chris has really improved as a defensive player," said Burdett. Now she likes defense. It is exciting for her to play when she knows she can hold people down to 6 or 7points. Besides basketball, Ely excels in volleyball. The senior Eagle was a restrictive hardships, housing and overbreeding of pets during the Christmas season have all contributed to a serious pet abandonment problem in Salt Lake County. At this time of year, people don't have much extra money and, unfortunately, the pet is usually the first thing to go, said Kathi Prevost, information coordinator of the Salt Lake County Animal Services. Tribune Stott Phoo by Al Hortmonn among the top teams in Utah. The Eagles are also standing in first place in Region 3. Chris Ely, a senior at Skyline High School, is a big reason why the Eagles are flying National Guard Names Company Commander First Lieutenant Robert J. Marnew com- shall has been named the mander of B company, Utah Army National Guard 115th Engineer Group. The former commander, Captain Richard Hampton, takes over as group civil engineer, the position held by Lt. Marshall. In formal military ceremonies held in the Murray Armory, Lt. Marshall outlined two main goals for his first year: to increase troop strength and improve training. The unit currently is at 86 commanders Because many people move, live where pets are not allowed or receive an unwanted pet for Christmas, there has been an increasing number of dogs and cats being dumped in areas. Skyline's Chris Ely Cyprus and Olympus," predicted Burdett. "But we have good depth. Our kids know what it means to be com" petitive. Skyline will go against region rival Olympus on Thursday afternoon at Skyline "It is hard to predict that game." said Burdett. "Olympus has talent inside and out. But if we get in foul trouble, we have people. My players know they can play 100 percent, if they get tired there is someone to replace them." Problem Grows "People seem to think that they will find a home or fend for themselves, Ms. Prevost said. In reality, pets survive only for a short while by scavenging among garbage cans or attacking wildlife or livestock. All abandoned pets will die within one year from disease, injury, starvation, dehydration or cruelty. Ms. Prevost added. Animal services suggest that people take responsibility for their pets and determine a way of keeping the animals or take them to the animal shelter. Animal services is unable to accept owner releases, except for euthanasia, because of space limitations. Salt Lake City Animal Control, The Humane Society of Utah and other local shelters will accept animals for possible adoption. For more information about alternatives, call Salt Lake County Animal Services. n -- TOTALINVENTORY GRABER VERTICAL BLIND percent troop strength. The new 0 Abandoned-Pe- t Countys Economic member of the state championship team this year U-ltd "Winning state was die ing." remembered Ely. "It was so neat. I think it will help in basketball A lot of the players are on the basketball team. State teaches you to deal with pressure." averEly also has a 3 9 grade-poin- t age, while taking several advanced-placemen- t honor courses "Chris also has a very supportive family," added Burdett. "I don t think her family has ever missed a game. Her dad works at Snowbird and drives down for all her games." The Eagles had a slow start this year, losing the first three preseason games, before knocking off Murray in e contest. the last But theyre on the right track now, winning their first four region games Skyline stands atop Region Three with a record for league play. CyOlymprus is in second place at pus is We've really turned around. said Ely. "I knew we had the talent. As soon as region started everything clicked and weve been playing really well ever since. Skyline looks to be one of the top teams in the state this season, with Cori Arndt as well as Carla Gee playing for the Eagles. "It is going to be tight between us qualifica- tions began in 1972 in Fort Eustis, Y'a., e where he spent duty in the Army Health Services Command. After his initial discharge he enlisted in the R.O.T.C. program at the University of Utah. After graduating in 1979 with a degree in mining engineering, Lt. Marshall served as platoon leader in Provo and later as attachment commander in Price, before serving recently as group civil engineer. Aluminum and PVC full-tim- ft (100 colors) 148 West Parrish Lane VSA just KIDD IH flROUHD OGOfN AJOS Wk in PARRISH SQUARE Ida. Canterallt New Alpha 298-587- 8 . Monday-Saturda- 10:00 A.M.-6:0- Ctaetf 0 P.M. Sundays NOW SHOWING 479-166- Harm Country Hills 6 IU4 Lirst Lt. Robert J. 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