The Schreiber Times Arts & Entertainment Section

U.3. PHUfi Piiil Port WiahinfUn. NY PAUL D. SCHREIBER HKJH SCHOOL noGO PgmH N». ISa The Schreiber Times Port Washington, New York, Tuesday, May 4,1993 Volume XXXIII, No. 6 Breadhammer wins a "new and improved" Battle

Bread Hammer Members IL to Rt SeniorsBrad Dunnells. Jason Wright, Dan Cullen, Jim Fox, Pete Fishman, and Jim Meyers

We were just glad we got a chance to play.' For this song the entire band donned "afro" wigs and b y Jaaon Hare Next to perform was Humble County, consisting of Upadhyay added a touch of humor with his backing seniors drummer Craig Thomas, vocalist Ernie vocals. Upadhyay commented, "It was my idea todo the Breadhammer nailed first place in the Battle of the Tonorezos, sophomores guitarist Joey Fisher and bass- song, because 1 l i k e Michael Jackson a lot. I wanted to Bands for the second year in a row. The ^up's repeat ist Josh Taub and freshman guitarist Doug Cullen. The do "BLllie Jean,' but the guys weren't for it." performance, however, was not matched by a repeat of band received $200 for its third-place performance. Their next two songs, "How Could You Want Him last year's audience misconduct. Attended by eome 470 Humble County's set opened with "Pride (In the (When You Know You Could Have Me)," by the Spin people, the 1993 Battle of the Bands, held on J^ril 24, NameofLove)"byU2,followedby Pearl Jam's "Breath." Doctors and "Running to Stand Still," by U2, were was marked by an increase of security. Ehiringthissong.theriseron ^milder, but were followed by a Breadhammer won ^600 for its performance in the which they were performing —powerful version of^etallica's event, which raised about $2340 for the Student Govern- broke. Tonorezos, not realiz^ •' */ really wasn't concerned about "One." During this song, ment (CO.). ing that the act was being what place we were going to come Zwerlein made a plea to the Security at this year's Battle was more or^nized timed, did not ask Ms. rrowd to not mosh, which was than at last year's, when moshing resulted in the stop- Prochaska to stop the clock, in ... for all of us, it's the most fun obeyed. page of the performance of two bands, according toG.O. but instead asked for help. thing in our whole lives, just play- "We tried our hardest, but adviser Amy Prochaska. TTien, d u r i n g the group's per- we're j u s t not good enough for She added, "[The event] was well thought out, with formance of "Been Caught ing in front of people." Breadhammer," joked the help and the input from student government offic- Stealing," by Jane's Addic- —Jon Borris Upadhyay, ers, who met with Dr. Barish, a s well as the meetings tion, another accident oc- ^^w^^^^^^^^^^ The last performance <^the that Ms. Burr and I had with him. It was a more curred— one of Thomas's ni^t was by Breadhammer, considered effort to make sure what happened last year snare drums broke. Once again, the clock was not this year's winner. The band consists of seniors guitar- did not occur this year, and yet to make sure that the stopped. ists Dan Cullen and Brad Dunnells, drummer Mark Battle would be j u s t as much fun and just as successful Because of the accidents, the band's time ran out Fichman, bassist Jim Fox, and vocalist Jason Wright. as it has been in the past." halfway through its rendition of "Garden," by Pearl Opening with a rendition of James Brown's funky One the problems at last year's Battle was spec- Jam, and the performance was abruptly ended. "Superbad," the band had their own horn section, con- tators spitting at band ^^^^^^^^^^^mm-mm^^~ Ms. Prochaska said, sisting of s e n i o r s Peter Fishman on trumpet, J i m Meyers members. Theincreased "We have to make sure on trombone, and Frank "fipaldo on tenor saxophone. security included the use IVe almost broke up a couple of that each band has the After the first of their two Pearl Jam songs, "State of of wooden police barriers same a m o u n t o f time, and Love and Trust,* the band called back their horn section to h e l p separate the band times because it's impossible to get the time was designated for "The Letter." by Joe Cocker. from the audience. The eight people down in [Brad's] by Dr. Barish and negoti- Dunnells added backing vocals for "Baba O* Reilly," ated by Ms. B u r r and my- risers were also made basement." —Jason Wright by The Who, and the band received terrific audience higher, and the actual self." reception for their cover of House of Pain's "Jump positionof the stage was Tonorezos said, Around." During this song, one person was ejected by changed from the long "We've been practicing the police for moshing. The group ended its set with wall of the gymnasium to the back wall. since September, and they caused us from possibly 'Porch" by Pearl Jam. Walkie-talkies were on hand as a precaution, al- losing out on second place." Wright was extremely impressed with though Ms. Prochaska claimed t h a t they were not needed. Following Humble County was Suckafish, thisyear's Breadhammer's overall set, although he exclaimed how Extra police ofFicers were also situated both inside and second-pi ace winner, who walked away with S300. fhjstrating it was to get everyone into Ehinnells's base- outside the b u i l d i n g . In addition, the r u l es of the Battle Composed of seniors drummer Pete Fishman, bassist ment for rehearsals. were printed on the actual tickets, so that thara was no Travis Leung, guitarist/keyboardist Henry Stanziale, "It took us forever to get everyone together, espe- question as to what they were. guitarist Sanjay Upadhyay and Schreiber alumnus vo- cially with a horn section. We almost broke up a couple * I was aware of theincreasedsecurity this year, but calist Bill Zwerlein, the band opened its set with a of times because it's impossible to get eight people down i t really didn't have any effect on my enj<^ment of the version of"! \V:irit Yn\i HiiikyAnC," by the J.ncksiin .'i. battle,* said sophomore Jackie Goodatadt. Youth In Asia kicked off the Battle with a rendition of the Beastie Boys' "Fight for Your Ri^t." The band, INSIDE which consists of juniors vocalist Dan Gerber, guitarist Jon Borris, drummer Mike Presson, and bassist Tim ARTS AND Yoehida followed with songs by Screaming Trees, Pearl NEWS SPECIAL SECTION Jam, and Alice in Chains. Hi^Ui^U of their perfor- ENTERTAINMENT mance included Van Halen's version of "You Really Got Me," and an original entitled "Getting By.' JG.O. Candidates Manging with da Although Youth In Asia did not place in the Battle, Students Travel the members of the band showed good sportsmanship. Speak Out....p. 2 Meyers p. 12 Abroad....Centerfold Borris said, "1 really wasn't concerned about what place we were gcsng tocnne in... For all of us, it's the most fiin thing in our whole lives, j u s t playing in front of people. 2 THE SCHREIBER TIMES NEWS TUESDAY, MAY4,1993 G.O. Officer Candidates V3 President Jon Borris Patricia Fessler Marc Lindemann Peter Weiss

I want to be like a voice for What we need right now is a It is time for the student body I want to increase student students here at Schreiber. community liaision. assert its authority and ob- awareness about events and try tain off-campus privileges for to make them more pleasurable. all of Schreiber. Vice President Secretary Arthur Viana Jason Blechman Debbie Postman

There's a lot of changes tfiat I've been active in the G.O. I want to make Schreiber a need to be made at Schreiber, for three years, and I feel I can better place for education. and secretary is the place to do a good job helping out the make them from. school as secretary. Treasurer David Ciplet Jacob Raddock Phil Signoroni Molly Small

I can be counted on as I would like to get everyone I want to be more interactive I want to be involved in the Treasurer to express the many more involved in school activi- with the school and to help G. O. because it is an important different ideas and views of ties, and I like money. change it for the better so the key to success in Schreiber. Schreiber's students. students can have more fun.

May 4: The Northwest May 22-24: Spring Nassau Consortium (JALENDAR ofEVENTg Spirit/Harborfest, College Night will be May 8: Key Club/ held at 7:30 p.m. at May 18: The Sopho- SADD Car Wash. May 25-27; Physicals Schreiber for all students more Scholarship Sup- will be given in school. considering college. per will be from 5:30 p.m. May 11: Peer Counsel- to8:00p.m. Thenightwill ling training for qualified May 26: Math Night. May 6: G.O. Election feature Hiunble County sophomores and juniors. and Goosey & Hawkes Math Research students Candidates Speeches, will display their projects Mods 17/18. plus "all you can eat" spa- May 15: Harlem Wiz- ghetti. for the year. May 7: ards vs. the Schreiber Valiant Vikings at 7:30 May 19, 20: Spring Calendar compiled by G.O. Elections. Preeti Parasharami. Junior Prom. p.m. Concert. THE SCHREIBER TIMES NEWS TUESDAY, MAY 4, 1993 3

New security on campus Proposed

unwanted outside influences from the "There have been some acts of vio- budget would by Marc Lindemann school by "heading off intruders at the lence in the community as a whole and paas,''buthasbeenextendedtoencompass people reacted strongly to them. That Did you know that Schreiber has two extensive patrol duty. reaction will always fall into the schools," cut Schreiber security guards? Now, while one of the guards still he said. Most people do not, but yet they are functions as simply a "parking atten- Hepbink's claim that there has been there, patrolling and policing the school dant,' the other is responsible for rou- an increase in teen violence in the com- teachers everyday. Theguardsarejustoneresult tinely patrolling the campus in search of munity was validated by the Port Wash- of a growing concern about teen crime situations such as fights, that require ington Police Department. b y Jon Bass and violence in the schools and the com- immediate disciplinary intervention. According to the Department, crime munity. This is first year in Dr. Barish's ser- has increased by fifteen percent among In the past three years, the Port Until last year, Schreiber had one vice as Schreiber's principal that it was Port Washington teens in the past year. Washington School District has security guard, only responsible for deemed necessary for Schreiber security Between Manhasset and Port Washing- excised twenty-six teachers and put supervising traffic on Campus Drive and to be increased by 100% in one year. ton, there have been over 1500 arrests of thirteen others into part time jobs i n the surrounding area. Last autumn, Dr. Barish c o m m e n t e d , "lam happy to teens in this same time period. districtwide. The proposed 1993-94 however, the administration decided to see (the increase in security], because it I n addition, young victims of battery budget would continue this trend, with hire a second security guard, because, as addresses an immediate concern." and robbery have been unwilling to con- cuts in e v e r y major department except Principal Sid Barish put it, one person Superintendent of Schools Bill front their equally young assailants due i n the Sciences. cannot "be in all places at once." Heebink feels that the increased security to the fear of violent r e t r i b u t i o n in school The proposed budget will be sub- Dr. Barish explains that the original at Schreiber may be a response to worries (see editorial, page 7). Cases such as jected to a community vote towards intent of the security guards was to keep from the community. these result i n many officially unreported the end of the year. crimes, thenumber of which the police do As the budget stands now, art not have exact statistics. teacher Kris Palatella would be cut to Junior Prom this Saturday As a result o f a recent public hearing a two-tenths position, business teacher at the Port Police Department, in which Edna Eagle would be cut to a four- accessible and the prom was in far- several community groups called for in- tenths position, language teachers by Caroline Pam away Queens. creased attention to teen crime, the De- Louise Lindemann and Kenneth The selection of the prom's location partment agreed to increase the level of Ruggiero would be excessed and lan- The junior CIBBS prom this year will was made jointly with the j u n i o r class security in the community. guage teacher Harriet Sheridanwould be held on FViday, May 7, at the Polish club, but, according to Lopez, the ad- New security measures by the police have a reduced schedule. American Hall. For the comparatively ministration decided t h a t if it couldnot include the posting of guards at schools In the English department, the jobs low price of $25, in contrast with last be held at the Polish American Hall, for students' protection, increased pa- Mildred Kupferberg and Patricia year's $40 ticket and transportadcm the prom would be canceled. Future trolling on Friday and Saturday nights, Scarantino would be cut to two-tenths expenses, p a r t y - g o e rs will be treated to junior proms will be held at the Polish and the incorporation of Campus Drive positions, as well as photography an Italian-style buffet dinner (vegetar- American Hall as well. into the routine patrol duty of the police teacher Paul Cosiba. ian meals will be available as well), Beginning the prom eariy is also an force. Shirley Ross of the social studies BJM disc-jockeys, and decorations. attempt to discourage drinking at the In response to the increased patrolling department would also have areduced The prom will b^n at 8:00 PJM. prom by precluding pre-prom parties. of Campus Drive, D r . Heebink said. There and wilt end at 12:00 A.M., but no one The administration is requiring emer- has been an extra p o l i c e presence [around "/ think the commu- will be adiratted afler 9*0 P.M. nw gency phwie numbers for all students the school] lately. We never mind that." readmitted after leaving the prom. attending this year's junior prom. Despite community concerns. Dr. nity needs to see the Students attending will receive many Chaperons supervision at the prom Barish admits that no direct communica- schools striving for both party T&vorn, including a key chain and wil I be stricter this y e a r than in previous tion has occurred between the school a champagne glass. years. administration and the Port Washington quality and cost." The question of the junior prom'a Breathalyun will be present, as at Police Department. Both i n s t i t u t i o n s seek —Dr. Heebink location has recently been a topic of all school events, but will only be used the solution to the security problems at debate and concern. The administra- i f it is believed that there is j u s t cause the schod, yet each pursues thiscommon schedule. tion looked at numerous other loca- for suspicion d alcohol use. goal separately and independentlyof the Lindemann, who is being cut be- tions, but each cC them cost more than Funding for the prom is provided other. cause a n other teacher is r e t u r n i n g from they were willing to s p e n d , according to by the junior class club's profit from The administration stressed that they maternity leave, said, "After teaching junior class club member Sarah Lopez. Talent Show tickets and by money left feel the schools themselves are no more i n the District for six years, it is very The Polish American Hall was selected over from the eigth grade graduation dangerous than they have been in the disillusioning to lose my j o b to someone chiefly because at ita low cost and its party. past. 'Statistics show that this year the who has been gone for six years." Port Washington location. According to Lopez, cost was an number of suspensions from the high Superintendent of Schools Bill Lost year, the administration was important factor in this year's junior school due to fighting was halfthatoflast Heebink says, "We have done the [cut- faced with the problem of transporting prom decision. 'A great thing about year,' said I>r. Barish. ting] with care* in order to cause the intoxicated students home from the having the junior prom at the Polish Dr. Heebink agreed: "Any image that least harm to the overall teaching per- junior prom because parents were in- American Hall i s that i t ' s a lot cheaper!° either Weber or Schreiber is inherently formance of the district. dangerous to students is a false image.* The communi ty needs t o know that we look for savings that will not cause significant harm to the District's edu- cational quality," h e added. I n addition to the faculty cuts, the Students at the new budget would also cut the prep SAFE (Student time allotted t o teachers who teach AP (Advanced Placement) courses. This Activists For the extra preparatory time was given to Environment) A P teachers because of the more diffi- cult nature of the courses. cleanup on According to Heebink, no other April 24. Pic- schools in our area give AP teachers extra prep time, and he feels that tured, (I to r), Schreiber teachers will be able to do are Chelsea without the extra time. "Today the question in education is Miller, Noah 'How crucial is it?* I think it is fair to say that our teachers are just as ca- Michaels, An- pable as those in other districts," he drew Majewski, said. Heebink says t h a t the major reason adviser Don for this year's proposed cuts is to try to Fish, and deal with community sentiment: " I think the community needs to see the Simone Thor. schools striving for both quality and L-Tnnn M>rcui cost." THE SCHREIBER TIMES NEWS TUESDAY, MAY4, 1993 For one day, all of Schreiber was a stage and Schreiberites were its players

by Ashish Kapadia

Despite the 377 years that have elapsed since the death of England's most famous playwright, the Shakespearean tradition thrives in Schreiber High School. In recognition of William Shakespeare's 429th birthday on April 23, 1993, Schreiber students and facut^ members presented a medley during the day of Shakespeare's best works, ranging from Hamlet to Romeo and Juliet. English department chairperson John Broza said he has always wanted to do something for Shakespeare's birthday. In early January, Mr. Broza submitted a letter to the faculty to find out if anyone would be interested in reading portions cf Shakepeare's plays. Over thirty teachers responded that they wished to participate. Ms. Melchior and Ms. Kennedy shine wHh their Shakespearean soliloquies.

Broza was happy with the outcome of the event: "1 a play by Charles George, theorized what would have Tabickman and ten students from the audience. One of don't think there was any student who didn't t h i n k that happened if Shakespeare's ladies were all to meet. the insults was "TTiou reeky, eye-ofTending malkin!," the assemblies were interesting," he said. The cast d'thislast play, which was directed by Pam which translates as "you are a smelly slob." Opening the day's festivitjes was a performance of Meadows, included senior Jordan Bria, junior Emma Mods 9/10 also included performances by Susan The MerchantofVenicewithmaincharactersShylock Squillace, sophomore Michelle Bianculli, and freshmen Melchior, Henry Tabickman; Bess Mulvihill, Sally and Portia p l a y e d by John King and Katherine S t e w a r t . Kristin DeLuca, Marissa Fenech, Allison N e w m a n , and Reinhardt, Lynn Kennedy and Jim Jones. The play is an epic story of hypocrisy, prejudice, and Sarah Rosenberg. Famous quotes and Shakespearean According to Broza, over 800 students attended at greed. Though unrehearsed, the cast performed bril- "inside jokes" left the audience laughing. The group least one part of the day's events. *lt was a big success hantly to the delight of the audience. performed the full play on Friday night and Sunday and I hope that next year there will be even more faculty Following The Merchant of Venice, the tribute to afternoon. participation," said Broza. Shakespeare continued with a performance of The Thelast two mods of the Shakespeare festival began Patricia Castro, Matt Engel, Craig Schneider, and English Lesson," a comic scene from H e n i y V, in which with several Shakespearean insults, which were pre- Josh Sitbert contributed to this article. a FVench princess is instructed in the nuances of the sented by Janet Evans, Susan Melchior, Henry English language by her "expert" servant. Alice,, the servant, was playedby Carol Testa,and LindaLundberg played Katherine, the princess. 36 Latin schclarsreccgruzed It's Academic passes Mods 1/2 ended with Chaos is Come Again, an original play by junior Jon Bass. In the play, through counties Shakespeare, portrayed by sophomore Jesse Peyronel, by don Bass isforcedtodeal with hisenvy of the r e l a t i o n s h i p between his mistress, played by senior Allison Young, and his by Ashish Kapadia There are three major teats that Latin students best friend, played by sophmore Alexander Zalben. Also encounter duringtheirhigh school careers: theRegents, appearing were senior Brad Aikman, junior Benjamin the Advanced Placement test, and the National Latin Schreibers It's Academic team won the Nassau T. Getting, a n d sophomore Jason Hare. Exams. Thirty-six Latin students were medalist win- County championship by defeating second place South Another scene from Henry V kicked off mods 3/4. ners as a result of their performance on this year's Side H i g h School. Thecompetingmembers were seniors Performed by a cast of A J . Gober, Jacqueline Mercurio, National Latin Exam. More than 78,000Latinstudents Will Goldfarb, Andrew Kass, Arehis Parasharami, An- and Patricia S c a r a n t i n o , the scene was performed spec- take the test each year. drea f^nkus, Larry Marcus, andjuniorMarcLindemann . tacularly and the audience was treated to an occasional The team defeated Baldwin a n d Valley Stream as well. The following s t u d e n t s w o n gold medals: sophomtnres laugh in the middle of the drama. Other helpi n g members were senior Campbell Maclnnes Jen Cho, Minsu Longiaru, Beth Shackel, Stephanie Next, the cast of Rita Albert, John Broza, Patricia and sophomore Supinda Bunyanavich. The team was Slobotkin, freshman John Benfield, Douglass Cullen, Burr, Fran Clark, Ron Costello. Phil Glover. David coached by Assistant Principal Carmine Matina. Daniel Drucker, Christina Glavas, Simon Hanft, Tracy Hinchliffe, Mildred Kupferberg, and Harry Tabickman, Kasselman, Sandy Kawatra, DavidMao, Charles Met, The fourth competition of the year was held at w i t h t h e h e l p o f j u n i o r s Mark Fomatale and Jess Sucher, Jay Pyo, Sarah Rosenberg, F r e d Rosengarten and Matt Massapequa High School where the team's final performed two scenes from A Midsummer Night's Stein. Special recognition went to junior Simone score was 380. The team won by thirty points over the Dream. Thor, sophomore Andrew Berne, and freshman second place team. Baldwin a nd Valley Stream placed Mods 5/6 opened with three famous sonnets pre- Saean Longiaru fcnr s u b m i t t i n g perfect papers, sixteen third and f o u r t h . The team will not be able to advance sented by Elaine LaBrocca. Mrs. LaBrocca also pas- others earned silver medals for their great scores. any fiirther because there i s no state competition. sionately performed scene from Romeo and Juliet, Andrew Berne said. The competition was great be- OthelloandHamlet. The audience's appreciati

by Allison Root

Six thousand doUara. It's enough money to buy a car, a lot of CDs, or pay for a substantial part of college tuition. It's also the amount of money won by junior Kira Attwood for her first-place finish at the Max McGraw/ Thomas Edison science competition. Attwood'a project consisted of the de- velopment of an eleetrorheological (E.R.) shock abscffber. The invention uses a fluid which rapidly contracts when ex- posed to an electric current to drive a piston. Attwood explained that she con- ceived the basic idea for her invention Blain Bocarde discusses writing with senior Mike Polay. "just by reading a short article about E.R. fluids in Scientific American." Max McGraw winner Kira Attwood. Attwood flew to Chicago where, from Bocarde named ''Teacher of the Year" April 12 to April 15, she competed in the Attwood b u i l t the device in her basement worth. He is simply the brightest and final round against ten other high school with theassistanceof alocal engineer for by Preeti Parasharami most hard-working man I know." students from around the country. Five the electrical work. She isin the process Mr. Bocarde will receive the award students competed in the j u n i o r division, of a p p l y i n g for a patent for her invention. and a one thousand dollar honorarium, and five students, including Attwood, The $6000 that Attwood won will go George Blain Bocarde, a Schreiber on May 9 at the C.W. Post graduation faced each other in the senior division. towards her college tuition. English teacher for thirty years, was re- ceremonies. Attwood was very surprised when dis- Science research teacher Judy Ferris cently named Long Island University * I feel lucky to be singled out because covered that shehad won. "With the kind was proud o f A t t w o o d ' s accomplishment: Teacher of the Year. I know of so many other more deserving of competition I had, I didn't expect to "Science research students have been Seventeen of Mr. Bocarde's friends, teachers and I'd like to thank the many win," she said. preparing papers for this competition cdleagues, and former students wrote friends, teachers, and administrators Before she advanced to the final com- since 1985. During that time we have him letters of recommendation for the [who recommended me]," said Mr. petition in Chicago, Attwood had to sub- had six people win between $1000 and award. In addition,twocurrentstudents , Bocarde. mit a proposal for the device forjudging S1500 each, bu t we have never had a fi rst seniors Esther Lee and Archis Principal Sid Barish waslavishinhis inaprimaryroundheldinJanuary. When place winner before. I know she's apply- Parasharami, also wrote letters i n praise praise of Mr. Bocarde for his outstanding she was selected to go to Chicago, she ing for a patent and I hope she gets it. of Mr. Bocarde. ability: "I have heard it said that kids chose to actually construct her invention. She had a truly remarkable idea." According to English department don't care what you know unless they chairman John Broza, Mr. Bocarde won know thatyoucare. Studentsat Schreiber the award because "^e relates to all of his care very much about what Blai n Bocarde students and gives them a feeling of self- knows." Juniors inducted to National Honor Society MONTEL WILLIAMS Ruaaell Miller, is volunteering with- WANTS TO KNOW by Sandhya Kawatn out receiving any recognition, help- ing those in need and, in general, There are many activities in making people happy. The €AMBOL Is J u s t Around Schreiber through which students can Vice president Parissa Salemi de- better themselves and the community. fined scholarship as the abili^ to The Corner Active membership in the National share knowledge with others. Honor Society is one such activity. Character, as described by secre- The National Honor Society, a ser- tary Lori Lobell, is evident in a vice organization which provides tu- person's actionsandissomethingthat Were you set to go to the G A M B O L with that toring and volunteers and raises funds a person must develop on his or her special someone and then they dumped you so for the community, recently inducted own. overfiftyjuniorsonThursday, April 22, Dr. Rothman expressed pride in they could go with someone else? in a ceremony held in the Schreiber theorganizationandin the dedication auditorium. of the society's leaders. Among those who addressed the in- "The officers this year were the We at the MONTEL WILLUMS SHOW ductees were National Honor Society best Fve had," he said. will try to get yoa another date. adviser MarkRothman and social stud- He indicated that the National ies teacher Pamela Rothman, the key- Honor Society had many successes Perhaps even with aCgEIgEBRl'iaf^!! note speaker. this year. Honor Society tutoring Mrs. Rothman stressed the possi- prc^ams assisted TESL and special biUties provided by membership: "Here education students, as well as the -or- is your opportunity to guide others," Littig House Community Center. she said. She also mentioned the sig- Polay created a program called Are you upset becaise your M O M wants to nificance of each member as a school C.O.P.E. (Ccmimunity Outreach to chaperone you on Prom Night? and community leader. Promote Education). This endeavor Each member of the National Honor teaches younger children to read and Society must have a 3.5 grade average assists them in many other areas of or higher, and must have demonstrated learning. Call us at the four traits—leadership, service, schol- The Honor Society's purpose is to arship, and character. contribute as much to t h e community Montel Williams Show Each senior executive officer of the as possible. Members visited the organization described one of the four North Shore Hospital Center for Ex- (212) 921-2827 ideals of the National Honor Society. tended Care and Rehabilitation in President Michael Polay indicated December, and during Pride in Port that leadership includedraising money weekend, the organization raised -or- for the homeless, providing tutorial funds that were then donated to the service, and taking initiative in the Key Club. The group has also taken (212) 921-3812 community. charge of such events as freshman Service, as explained by treasurer orientation. 6 THE SCHREIBER TIMES FEM'URES & COIAIAE14TARYTUESDAY, MAY4. 1993 America's youth — unfit and at risk ponents of the fitness test—strength, activi ties are designed for j o c k s . Physical tional aspects of this course will be dis- by Preeti Parasharami flexibility, muscular and cardiovascular education, therefore, must i n c l u de activi- cussed with help frwn the home econom- endurance—has declined from 43% to ties which are enjoyable, and benefit the ics department. The use of new health- 32%. students physically and nutritionally. As oriented equipment—three heart moni- Is our generation fit? Despite Moreover, 40^ of American teens show Francine Clarke, the chairperson of tors, Stairmasters, and a rowing ma- America's best efTorts, the fact remains at least one heart disease factor: physical Physical Education, commented. The chine—will give the students the oppor- that our country's youth is even fatter, inactivity, obesity, astronomical choles- purpose of education is to prepare the tunity to learn how to get fit and stay fit. less fit, and less active than the youth of terollevels,orhypertension. Thisstatis- students for their future adult roles." Unfortunately, this model course is only 30 to 40 years ago. Statistics show that tic shows the correlation between nutri- Schreiber has been one of the first available for juniors and seniors. obesity has increased 39% among The association of f u n and fitnes children between the ages of 12 to is also demonstrated through two 17. This fact is most likely influ- other courses: aerobics and a ten- enced by our generation's values. week weight training course. For example, if a person is obese, Aerobics is an excellent cardio- the person's motivation for chang- vascular course in which many ing would be based on the wish for freshmen, sophomores, juniors, an improvement in appearance, and seniors participate a n d eqjoy. rather than the health benefits of The ten-week weight training being in shape. course focuses upon individual For the last thirty years, in or- progress. The students create their der to evaluate the health of young as own work-out schedule and set people, the Presidential Physical goalstoimprovetheirbodies. This Fitness test has been a part of the course is only available for juniors Physical Education curriculum a t many tionat and physical education. }n order high schools to create a course that fo- and seniors. schools.includingSchreiber. Theresults for us to become a fit generation, we must cuses on changing the unhealthy youth- Our school represents only a small nationally show a "fatter, less fit, less be taught to maintain the proper diet and ful habits through the establishment of a part of America's youth, but with the active' generation. Only two percent of exercise routines. link between physical fitness and nutri- continuing efforts directed at changing children who take the test score high This leads us back to school. Many tion. This course is spearheaded by Ms, physical education, demonstrated enough to get a Presidential Fitness kids regard fitness enhancing aerobic ex- Clarke and physical education teacher through the formation of these three Award. The percentageof teenagerswho ercise such as running or walking as Stephanie Joannon, and includes lec- courses, we can set an example for the can successfully complete the four com- boring, and others believe that the sports tures and classroom work. The nutri- rest of our generation. History research program must be instituted nities for interested students than the and science programs at our school. body if their considerable talents were by Marc Lindemann social studies program. While the sci- The quality of social studies teachers not utilized to their fullest extent. A ence and m a t h departments offer research in Schreiber is beyond reproach, and it history research program is long over- America's push to develop better math programs, the English department offers would be a great disservice to the student due. and science skills within its y o u t h is truly a variety of courses which dwarfs that of an admirable endeavor, yet the pursuit of the sodal studies department. The En- excellence in other subjects should not be glish curriculum becmnes v e r y flexible as forgotten. The history of both the world a student progresses through his high and of the United States is filled with school career once a student begins the important lessons that need to be em- sodal studies sequence, however, hemust phasized in today's society. adhere to a rigidly defined 'track" rf WHAT'S YOUR A student desiring excellence in the courses. An advanced English program humanities is at a distinct disadvantage comparable to the science or math re- under the current system at Schreiber. search program would be desirable, but Students who prefer the sciences are al- the c u r r e n t c u r r i c u l u m calls more stron^y for a history research program, MAJOR lowed the opportunity to participate in courses specifically designed for their Schreiber is well known for its out- interests. 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914 Port Washington Boulevard easy decision to call the number below. Port W asNnglon. r49W York 11050 .(516) 767-2650 • \nl11-tlll \IMK'«IIV< . . i r J . THE SCHREIBER TIMES EDITORIAL TUESDAY, MAY 4. 1993 It^s a crime to ignore the facts

Many Port residents have detected an in- High School as well. One might t h i n k that the crease in the amount of violent crime in the mini-gangs that have formed in Weber are town during recent months. There have been laughable, even cute. One girl in Weber thinks articles in the P o r t Washington News as well otherwise: she received a severe eye injury as as The Schreiber Times that indicate an a result of violence, and rumors abound about awareness of the increase in violent crime. students with knives and even guns. What's Crime in Port Washington is nothing new; in worse, the "hoods" are often respected by their fact, the number of incidents involving juve- peers. And as dangerous as Weber is for the May 4, 1993 niles in Port actually decreased from the first students, it gets worse for them in the streets. Volume XXXllI, No. 6 four months of 1992 to this month. There is, One student was stabbed in the face on a Port Paul D. Schreiber High School however, a marked increase in violent crimes Saturday night. Port Washington, New York 11050 against random victims. According to statis- What is the root cause of this violence? As tics from the Port Washington Police, the as- the youth of our town become victimized more sault rate is up. Further, many violent crimes by their peers and others, many wonder how to go unreported. Although the Port streets are KDITORS-IN-CHIEF: stop random violence. It is clear that many probably safer than most in the metropolitan kids, often as early as seventh grade, are Seth Altman Archis Parasharami area, they are more dangerous than many • « • falling into the sinkhole that leads to violent people would like to believe. MANAGING KDrroR: crime; a sinkhole brought about by boredom, Jeni Blum Many have read about the stabbing of a low self-respect, poverty, or lack of discipline. • » • sophomore last November. Though his inju- Many students, even those from higher FBDOUrnON MANACUUt: ries were restricted to a flesh wound (requiring income families, often despair at the lack of Dave Misita « * • stitches), the fact is that a six-inch blade in the activities in Port Washington (besides getting

NBws Borroits: back has the potential to kill. The student was drunk or stoned). Many of the problems with Jon Bass chased, knocked down, and stabbed in the crime undoubtedly start with alcohol and Matthew Engel back. It seems clear from these facts, and the drugs. Last year, an allegedly intoxicated * • • use of a lethal weapon, that the aim of the student was nearly killed in a n alcohol-related Airrs AND ENTKRTAINMKNT: pursuers was, at least, serious injury. There accident. Does someone have to die before Russell Miller have been other incidents. In one, during steps are taken to rectify the problem? In- « • « February break, two juniors and a sophomore creased enforcement probably won't work as rKATUBES AND COMMRNTAXY: were accosted by a gang. They requested much as alternative activities for students. Emmie Chen money, and after receiving it, they continued The efforts of the Port Youth Council in build- spoirrs AND stn^viaiNG RDITOB: running after the students. When they caught inga teen center are a step in the right direction. Wai Goldfarb up, they slammed the students into a storefh>nt This must be made a priority. If funds are low, » « * and punched one in the eye, causing him to i t would be a good idea to ask churches, syna- PHOTOGRAPHY DRPAATIIENT: bleed. While no deadly force was used, the gogues, and the community chest (as well as Larry Marcus, Manager potential for an extremely serious i n c i d e n t was school clubs like the G.O.) for help. Brian Shedrow there. One might think that this occurred at Lauren Thomas Race r e l a t i o n s are another problem. In one 3:00 am in some dimly lit, infrequently trav- « » • of the incidents, a student recalls that the eled alley. The truth is, it happened during the COPY EDITOB: assailants were Latino, and that one of them early evening hours on Main Street. Marc Lindemann used the phrase, "Hey white boys." But this Earlier in the year, another incident oc- ethnic misunderstanding works both ways. BUSINB93 Komix: curred within Dunkin Donuts. A Schreiber Language offensive to minorities is often heard GaryRapp student who was inside the store got beaten up i n the halls of our school. Programs to increase • • • over a hat. We have all read in the papers racial understanding must continue and per- LAYOUT KDITOR: about kids being beaten up or even killed over haps be escalated. TaTnara Teeger jackets and sneakers, but these incidents all I f such problems are not taken care of. Port happened in the inner-city, right? The preced- residents run the risk of their town's becoming ing anecdote proves that fights can break out more and more violent. Whether the afore- STAFF: over trivial things, right in our stores. mentioned ideas or other methods are em- David Arnold, Ben Getting, Jaaon Hare, Carrie Heller, AshishKapadia, Caroline Pam, Precti The violence has infiltrated Weber Junior ployed, something must be done. Paraaharami, Stefan I^datclla, Alison Root, Craig Schneider, Joshua Silbert

REPORTERS: •Letter to the Editor JaCna.NBtHhaFcin.riiiintiTiiiiul—. 1|ii iii i i F ii liii. AiliimJ«(re,ErK»Joh»o«jii. S«ndhy« Kairam.anry Maber. Freshman's religious sell some sort of unleavened bread dur- kosher students in Schreiber were de- Ken Mudel, Jeaae Peyraiel. Bryn Rorw, Sarah Rosenberg needs not met ing the Passover holiday. nied the ability to purchase a school Maybe 1 was spoiled by Weber In addition to this, Genovese, as lunch. This is especially aggravating Junior High. During the Passover well as several other stores, in the since purchasing matzohs is no great Publw h o i by Uw • t u d n t body of Pa 111 D. S c h n i b n - H igh physical or economic task. A couple of Schod. LrUer* to Ihc editor (houkd be addraued lo Th* holiday, when the school provided its vairinity of the school, did not sell any Schrefbcr TIMCS, 101 Campua [>nve, Port Waahington, Jewish students with matzohs. Yet, it foods for Passover. Needless to say, boxes of matzohs or even one jumbo- NewYort 11050. The editon merve the n ^ i t to refiue, still seems strange to me that on the this placed some J e w i s h students in an sized box would by no means have put pnnt. edit, or return any aubiniued material. All tcuen rettjm from spring vacation with two uncomfortable situation. In the two any financial strain on the school. Al a be aigried by the author. We have a cimlation o( 1800 cofMi per isnie with days left in the Passover holiday, stu- days that remained after spring recess price of less than two dollars per box. a *ub«criptioiw by mail available tar W.OO per achool year. dents who were <^»erving the tradi- there was no kosher food to be found sixth grader's allowance could supply Wc accept camera-ready ada or will demgn ada to your tions or Passover could not find any either in or out of Schreiber. Students five students a ma tioh meal. Unlike all •pccificalions. Far information on adveruaine, call our appropriate food in the Schreiber caf- throughout Schreiber who observe the other Passovers, this one wasn't kosher. buiinou onke al (BIB) 767-4367. eteria. I believe that especially in a Passover holiday were left quite hun- Next year 1 hope the school will beabit schod such as ours, which has a very gry and slightly upset. kinder to all the kosher-observing kids. Sidney Barish, Ed.D., ptunana. large Jewish population, it is a mere It is very ironic that during a cel- J . Evans, A D v i a t H show of respect, if not an obligation, to ebration of freedom and equality, the Imri Eisner e 1993, The Schreiber Times An Escape to the Broza brings Cayman Islands Ben to Britian

by Ben Getting

Great Britain, America's former mother country, holds a spot in the hearts of all Americans. This year, English department Chairperson John Tm i n orbit' Broza led an- other one of his famous trips, consisting of 21 students and 7 adults. The travellers to pursue a rigorous itinerary which would involve tours of parts unknown. The flights aboard the award-winning V i i ^ n Atlantic Airli nes were breathtaking. The en t e r t a i n m e n t for the flight consisted of several recently released movies and that a l l - time airplane favorite,"Just what the Hell are we eating," Luckily, James and Scott, the two cute, British stewards, were on hand to help with any of our needs, including the identification of the food. Overall, though, the flights were er^joyableinbothdirectionsandhave received thiscustomer's seal of approval. Upon arrival, the tour started with two days in London. The sights and sounds alone were enough to overwhelm the the LIRR. The tour wr five senses of any normal being. The food was particularly... famous college. Itwasii overwhelming. Apparently, every American t o u r i s t returning found their first real bs from England wonders how such an economically and tech- bewildered tour membcBs nologically superior country could be capable of stomaching air markets, incense (h» such a v i l e diet. The bacon was raw, the soup had ants in it, Upon leaving Camhvli and every breakfast was served with fried tomatoes. The the dty of York. TheW, tour's one haven from these culinary abominations was one- w i t h - t h e - g uy - w i t l v i h America's very own Pizza Hut. for-it tour made its wayth A walercolor by Loma Griggs of Grand Caynr;an, Cayman Islands. The sights of London, on the other hand, were delicious. dty to Y o r k m i n s t e r Cadie Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, Big Ben, and five wonderful hours n Parliament were several of the stops during our first stay i n Edinburgh, Scotland. by Erica Johanson London. Along the way, we employed the fabulous London ' Edinburgh, the wodci Underground system heavily. Immaculately clean and free andent architecture Md from society'slowerelements, the station hallsreverberated alleys. The first stop m with the sweet sounds of musicians plying their craft. The Cayman Islands are three small rocks nestled in the belly of the Gulf of This monument to bad6< Mexico, and although less well known than the rest of the Caribbean, the main We left London two days later via the British version of was scaled by all of thaj^ island. Grand Cayman, still attracts many vacationers and is supported by a large amount of tourism. 1 spent two days there on my layover to and from its h t t l e addend. Cayman Brae, Italy: I came, I saw, I Grand Cayman teemed with flavor of the islands" clothing boutiques tiiat sported everything from tropical fish T-shirts to sun bonnets—all with a 25% government Italy's wonders found ao surcharge. The locals displayed enticing signs advertising handcrafted jewelry 1^ Ciraig Schneider group was led by I^tk carved from the indigenous black coral and brightly-pain t e d pieces o f t u r t l e shell. chaperones Andrea Hat If you so desire, you may bring home, duty-free, up to $100 worth of the island's I f you weren't part of a chance encounter with the rap ton News, and Maiy Mu strong rum or equally pungent cologne. group Arrested Development on the streets of Rome or did The bus tour b r o u ^ This island is well-suited for people who enjoy scuba-diving, eating well, and not rendezvous with Pope John Paul II during a Saturday ning with an April 3 a: taking pictures of six-foot turtles at the national turtle farm. I was glad, however, night mass, you were not on Ms. Adams's Italy trip during departure from Rome. I to arrive at the Brae, where visitors r e n t houses and not hotel rooms. spring break. turat Heritage Aliianc^)( city and free time thro^ This eleven-by-lwo-mile island, holding a native population approximately twice The twenty Schreiber students who did experience all of the sizeof Schreiber, is a l a n d so untainted by civihzation that it only "discovered" electricity a few years ago. On my first day there, I took a bike-ride around the one road that encircles the island andonly discovered three commercial establishments: iwolocal supermarkets anda diner—quiteachange from the unrestrained capitalism of the Grand Cayman. Surprisingly though, there were several churches dating back to the island's English colonization in the 1700s. As the vacation pn^essed, I discovered that without exception, all of the natives were pleasant and trusting, with a curiously twisted English/Irish accent. They farm there, growing breadfruit, bananas, coconuts, and mangoes, a n d live in a genial poverty ofhalf-painted shacks and old hammocks, Theyll cut down their fruit and push it into your hands while showing you how to nurse a goat with a baby- bottle. One t h i n g I noticed was that the foliage, which is varied and rampant, obscures ramshackle buildings and scraggly livestock to create a happy, rich atmosphere. The people of the island are unconcerned with the difference between tourists and citizens, but that's because, afler an eight-day stay, you—don't laugh—are transformed intoa care-free, fish-guttingbum with a snorkel above you or a battered bicycle beneath you. Happily, there is little rain, even less crime, and none of the aggressive, money-grubbing local who so often harass Caribbean vacationers. You must cook your own food, however, which can be a disaster if you don't know how to prepare snappers and groupers or don't know how to deal with seeing them in the ocean while snorkeling and then later seeing them on your dinner plate. Besides water f u n , the island offers httle built-in entertainment, so 1 spent hours in the gazebo on the shore or exploring caves in the Brae bluff. There is no beach, just an uneven rockiness called iron-shore, so sun-bathing isn't very popular. Sharing the shade with a book is a very attractive option, i f you're the type. The time Ben Goidfarb. Speech Irom Arrested Development, and Craig Schneider in fi seems to stretch to e t e r n i t y and the sun sets more slowly and more magnificently than anywhere I've been before. However, in order to enjoy yourself on Cayman Brae, bring reading material, sketchbooks, and a love of solitude. Natasha Fain: "Expert Parisian"

by Natasha Fain

The fact thatmy father has lived on the left bank of the Seine River in Paris for the past five years has given me the opportunity to visit Paris three times ayear, and has made me a self-proclaimed "expert Parisian." I once again journeyed to Paris during this past spring break. One of t h e most beautiful countries in the world France, is afantastic place to visit at any time of the year. Paris, the nation's capital, ofTers impressive sights such as the 7"oiir£»;?e/(the Eiffel Tower), the Sacre Coeur (a historic church), and the A r c de Triumphs. In addition to these powerful French symbols, Paris is home to a rich cultural life. The city's culture encompasses a r t museums such as the Louvre and Museed'Orsay and delicious food, which ranges from crepes on the boulevard tohigh class dining in one of Guy Savoy's bistroa. The best way to see what Paris has to offer is by foot or through an extensive bus system running the length and breadth of the city. For garden lovers, I recommend I r

b y Joshua Silbert

Among the things that come to mind when we reflect upon our childhoods are the immature antics of our youth. These memories were highlighted, in the form of a series of "lessons," in the play How to Eat Like a Child, a wonderfully performed and directed production which entertainedlarge audiences of young children and adults for each of i t s four shows, April IS- IS. One of the first and more entertaining "lessons' of the show was "How to Stay Home FVom School," featuring seniors Julie Pleines andSheri Sauter (each from Snow White Goes West), sophomore Michele Bianculli (Pippin, S n o w White Goes West, Cham- ber Music, and Steel Magnolias) and freshman Liz Albertson (Gyspy and Steel Magnolias) as three sisters. In an attempt to avoid an arithmetics exam, Sauter's character, soon joined by her sisters, com- plains of various ailments. The three are quick to disavow their maladies, however, when the fear of shots arises en route to the doctor. This piece was very well executed and was one of the highlights of the show. "We worked at [the act] so much, and in the end i t eamie out really well, so it was all worth it," said Albertson, who added that she was impressed with the overall quality of the show. Another outstanding scene featured splendid sing- ing by sophomore Jennifer Gembs, backed by an ex- cellent flute performance by Pleines. The duo per- formed "The Birthday Song" in the "How to Look the younger children in the audience, who now have a which I often take my daughter.' Forward to Your Birthday" lesson. This piece, which new activity with which to annoy their mothers. Similar feelings were expressed by a member of the focused on Gembs's birthday, included surprisingly The opening night's festivities included free milk audience, senior Gary Rapp, who said, "I was really serious commentary on parental love and admiration. and cookies, as well as free admission for all those who impressed (with the show] and liked it a lot.... The kids A recurring sidebar during the show was junior attended the show in their pajamas. The opening were really having fun." Deirdre Harrington's prank phone calls. Prom her night turned out to be a success, as over six hundred Canine-loving children with obstinate parents Mickey Mouse phone, she would ring some unsuspect- pajama-clad theater-goers were treated to what direc- identified with the "How to Beg for a Dog" lesson. In ing person and deliver a side-splitting play on words. tor Jeff Roberts termed "an extraordinary evening this scene, sophomore Karen Howland and freshman Ehiring the first prank call, she asked the victim if her where the kids had a wonderful time." He went on to Nat Hodes pleaded with their parents to allow them to refrigerator was running. When the victim responded add that, "Children's theater a t Schreiber is a wonder- have a dog, a part played by sophomore Jackie witha"ye8,'HarringtonadvisedhertogocatchiL The ful tradition.... I got the inspiration for (the pajamas, Goodstadt. Hodes and Howland spontaneously de- jokes were a l i t t l e overworked but were sure laughs for milk, and cookies] from the bedtime story evenings to livered rational and emotional arguments for a dog, accompanied by humorous yips from Goodstadt. "Sunday's matinee wasn't aimed at entertaining the audience as much as it was for us. [We wanted] to have fun and let loose on stage," said Bianculli. The cast certainly did, and Hodes was on the receiving end. After being handed a hat during the "How to Beg for a Dog" lesson, he failed to notice the shaving cream hidden in the prop by devious cast members. Despite rivulets of shaving cream trickling down his forehead, Hodes steadfastedly continued his routine. In addi- tion, while interviewingjunior Mike Howland(Pippin, Snow White Goes West, and Gypsy) on his lunch habits in the fourth reprise of "How to Eat Like a Child." Hodes was the victim of another practical joke and could hardly keep his composure when he unex- pectedly had a raw egg smeared onto on his face. He took all of t h i s in stride, saying, " I t was payback for the ice that I put down Dannah's shirt." Each actor appeared on stageat some point i n time, but stage time was not equal. All acts were accompa- nied by an orchestra, consisting of senior Alice Goh at the keyboard and junior Min Kang on the drums, directed by Sandy Vigliotti (musical director of Snow White Goes West). Overall, the show was professionally produced and choreographed: the audience was highly impressed with the production, and a good time was had by all of the youngsters. Director JeiTRoberts had a chance to put another successful Schreiber production under his belt and is looking f o r w a r d to next year's productions. He remarked that Fiddler on the Roof would lead his program for the 1993-94 season. THE SCHREIBER TIMES ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT TUESDAY.MAY4, 1993 11 Drama Club presents A n Evening With... Six actresses explore heartfelt issues

Previews Dept. ers produced the sho, as welt; and Mead- say they are 'experienced in the affairs of by JesM Peyronel ows was directorially assisted by fresh- the heart," they only end up getting ad- man Limi Perry. vicefrom the "inexperienced" Juliet. The Leave it to the Drama Club to take "Hie evening consisted of four com- players were all exemplary, although the Director four completely difTerent plays, ranging pletely different scenes, although they script itself was full of cliches and taste- from Juliet's garden behind her home i n were each tied together by a common less jokes. Feinglass to Verona centuries ago to the girls' locker theme. T^ey were each about girls talk- The next scene, an excerpt from The room at Wiunston County High School i n ing about love, guys, and life in general, Real Queen of Hearts Ain't Even 1978; and put them together in a one- andeachpoinledouthow some things are Pretty, was quite amusing. Newman bring Feiffer^s hour production. OnFridBy,April23and universal with people no matter the time and Rosenberg starred in this scene. The Sunday, April 25, the Drama Club pre- nor place. When Shakespeare's La- two girls gossipped about a local beauty People to life pageant and any- thin g el se th ey coul d think of. This play Yes, there will be another one. was simply but ef- On Friday and Saturday June 4- fectively staged, and 5, the Schreiber Drama Club will Newman should be commended for her present the student-ran produc- handling of a unfor- tion of Feiffer's People, This rip- tunate slip-up. Ehie roaringfer funny play is a collec- to her quick think- tion of htunorous skits about ur- ing, the audience ban life written by Jules Feiffer.a warmly supported cartoonist for the Village Voice. her. The characters in FeifTer's people Cemeteryaub. are all based upon his years of featuring Fenech cartooning, as the skits portray and Bianculli, was characters who struggle with the by far the funniest of daily hardships of life in the city. the scenes. Init,two older women from You're probably thinking, Queens were debat- another wacky, strange, out-of- ing whether or not this-world comedy like Monty they were still at- Python's Flying Cireusr Well, tractive to men. you're wrong. Feifl'er's People's There was an inter- scenes are more down-to-earth, esting contrast be- more real, b u t no by no means any tween Fenech's ftir- tatiousness and less funny, hyperactivy and Feiffer'sPeopleisdirectedby Bianculli's bland senior Dannah Feinglass, under and conservative the supervision of Pam Meadows, role. Marissa had the Drama faculty advisor. The an excellent cast includes seniors Brad Brooklynite accent A Aikman. Chelsea Miller, and laMarisaTomei (My Paula Palatella, juniors Mike Cousin Vinniy). Howland, Caroline Pam and The last scene, Steven Pagat, and freshman Album, starring Squillace and Sarah Rosenberg, "It's not your DeLuca, was inco- typical play," says Dannah, "the The cast poses in their Shakespeare's Ladles costumes herent due to modi- pieces address some difftcultsitu- sented An Evening With_, a play con- dies Meet, the first of the scenes, was a fies t i o n s b r o u g h t about afleralast minute ations in a very funny way." Of sisting of four independent scenes di- comedy which told what would happen censorship from an outside party. The the cast she says, "It's been so rected by the club's adviser, Pamela should J uhet, P o r t i a , Katharine, Ophelia, two played teenagers in the mid-sixties much tun so far! The cast mem- Meadows. The cast consiste d o f freshmen Desdemona and Cleopatra meet i n J u l i e f s whoboth had crushes on the teen-idols at bers are all so talented, and ev- Kristin DeLuca. Marissa Fenech, Allison garden. Five of the female characters the time, the Beatlesandthe Beach Boys. eryone plays together so nicely." Newman, and Sarah Rosenberg, sopho- from Shakespeare's plays are meeting in The scene that was cut out was rehearsed more Michelle Bianculti, and j u n i ( 7 Emma Verona to give Juliet advice on her rela- until the day before their first perfor- Squillace. The all-female cast of perform- tionship with Romeo. These ladies, who mance. In it, they talked about the world of sex in a fairly explicit way. Despite approval by Dr. Barish, Meadows had to nix the scene and replace it with two MONTEL WILUAMS shorter, modified acts by Squillace and WiBTTS TO KNOW DeLuca . In spite of the poor attendance (only Are you a teen who has a secret y o u V e about fifty people on each n i g h t ) , this was a great effort by all who were involved. never told anybody that you are ready to Except for Ms. Meadows, none of the girls talk about? had any experience producing. They say they all enjoyed themselves greatly, and Rosenberg said thafit waslonelof [the) Call us at the best shows I've been in. For those who Montel V^UJams Show didn't attend, you've really missed out on a great Evening.' But, not to worry, (212) 921-2827 there is another Drama Club production before the end of the year called FeifTer's or people, in which Rosenheim will also be (212) 921-3812 featured (see sidebar). Be sure not to miss it. 12 THE SCHREIBER TIMES ARTS & ENTERTAINMENTr^ggPAy MAY^. 1993 Manging with Miller: The Meyers make 'mazin meals

then h€ called, and I realized that the But that's not so bad; I mean, I guess that another Meyers family dinner. So, I do by Rnraell Miller answer I had been looking for was right leaves more Subway for you. the only right thing there is to do—I put there under my nose the entire time. When the Meyers cook a meat, they on my coat and say that V\\ be right over. For my final review, I wanted to dne Jim called me to ask if I wanted to go put their heart and soul into it, just as a I f you ask me, imposing a little on a at the perfect eatery. The last'Manging down to Daly to shoot some h o o p s . I wasn't fine conductor puts everything he or she magnificent meal is much better than a with Miller* had to be an apprBisal of the listening to a word that he was saying. has into his rendition of a musical sym- toest and Diet Coke dinner. Besides, finest rood known to man; t h i s meal would All that I could think about was stoak au phony. FYomlas8gnetohamburgers,the without me, they'd have unsightly lefl- be to the culinary world what thel970 pcivre. When he asked me if 1 had aball, Meyers are virtuosos with the oven, grill, overs cluttering their refrigerator. Kniclis were to b a s k e t b a l l , what the God- 1 imagined him asking if 1 liked leg of andftyingpan. And when they cook, itis When I arrive at the Meyers Bistro, I bther trilogy was to movies, even what lamb. When he told me to meet him at notjustoneperson doing all of the slaving see that there is now spaghetti, In-occoli, Subway is to weird, y e a s ^ smells. I had 5:30, I could have sworn that he was over the stove. At the Meyers house, chicken, and leg of lamb on the table. everything that I needed: a number two asking ifllikemyhash browns with salt, cooking is a team effort, because i t takes TTiis is where I see where the 'Ivan fac- pencil, wide, college-ruled paper, and my pepper, and ketfhup. I never went to hours of dedicated work i n the k i t c h e n for tor' has come into play. Mr. Meyers has them to create a dinner worthy of the prepared the spaghetti with fresh Meyers family seal of approval. marinara sauce and broccoU with hot, To prove this team work theory, we savory butter sauce for the rest of the will go through the steps that it t a k e s for family. The Meyers, like everyone else the Meyers family to make one of their with any brains in their heads, hate highly touted leg of lamb dinners. First, broccoli, but when they pour their in- Mrs. Meyers gets u p early i n the m o r n i n g credibly tasty butter sauce over it, I can to prepare the leg. Tm not sure of exactly not resist seconds. what she does to it or what sauces she And the chicken. I dont know quite uses to make that leg taste so luscious, why, but there is always fried chicken on but all I k n o w is that when school is over, the table at the Meyers house whenever I thelegissittingin the f r i d g e , J u s t begging eat over. I don't know who cooks it, but to be cooked up so that we can eat i t . ifs always there. Fried chicken. On the And that is where Jim "Stax" Meyers table. Always. comes into the dinner equation. After a The Meyers are a family of four, but I tough day at school, he preheate the oven. have only mentioned three as of now. Afew minutes later, J i m opens the door, That is because I a m saving the best, Alan slides the leg into the oven, and closes the "•%&#-o"Meyers, for last. AlthoughAlan door. Yeah, you're probably thinking goes to Haverford College way out in that isn't all that hard, and that anyone Pennsylvania, occasionally lucky ducks could do Jim's Job. Well, y o u ' r e probably like rnoi can see him visitinghis family a t right; but their dog Aldo isn't big enough home for a free meal. Alan really does to reach the oven door handle yet, so that nothing to help the dinner process along, leaves the j o b to Jim by default. But not but he has a friend named Nardo, so I Miller poses with Stax arxJ the Meyers tamily after some good grub. to put him down, J i m does othe r stuff too, guess that's j u s t about even. like, um ... uh... Well, the t a b l e i s set, the food has been hearty appetito; t h e only teensy, tiny fac- Daly that day. LocMng back on that Around eight o'clock, the smell of leg served, and) t's t i m e toeat. In general, i t ' s tor which was missing was where I was afternoon, I guess that I stood Jim up. is wafting through t h e a i r , a n d lean smell a sign of a bad writer when he or she says going to eat at. But, at least I knew where my final food i t way down in m y Soundview kitchen. I that they can not think of the proper word None of the restaurants that I had review of m y high school career was going can probably smell it better than most or words to describe something, but I defy written up before would do. Some were to be conducted. other people can at my house, because at someone to think of the correct words to good, a few were great, but none were I am not exaggerating when I say that ei(^t I don't smell anything from the describe the awesomeness t£ a Meyers truly godly. Notaone. So, 1 wentthrough Joyce and David "Ivan" Meyers are the Miller family ovens except for an occa- family leg of lamb, steak au poivre, hash the Port Washington yellow pages, look- greatest gourmet chefs I have ever en- sional slice of toast. browns, or lasagne. Instead, I will say ing for a familiar restaurant which m i g h t countered, and that Casa de Meyers on 3 I t is at this point t h a t 1 c a l l J i m u p and this: my religion forUds that I worship end my quest tar the dinner to end all Richards Road in Port Washington, New ask what he is doing. He says he is j u s t false gods, and that is a rule by which I dinners. Unsuccessful, 1 d u g through my York, is the finest, most exclusive res- about to sit down for dinner, and I inno- abide. Lately, however, I have been closet, found the Nassau yellow pages, taurantin the world. Itis the best gourmet cently say,'Oh, reallyT" Out of courtesy, considering bronzing the Meyers family, and began checking them, "niis, too failed, eatery in the world because for every day Jim asks me if I want to come over for placing them on the mantle above the so I preceded to gather all of the phone of the last two decades, the Meyers have dinner, but i t i s obvious that I a m intrud- fireplace, and bowing to them before and bodes in my house. An hour and some been creating Picassos of the culinary ing upon their family d i n n e r . I say that I after each meal at their house. I would twelve phone books later, I was right ymrXA for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. really don't want to impose on his f a m i l y Ate the meal with stars, but then there beck where I started, except 1 was much And it is the most exclusive resteurant dinner, andhe says t h a t 1 w o n ' t be; but he wouldn't be any lefl for any other res- hungrier and I now owed my parents because almost everyone who reads this says it i n a way that implies that I really taurante. almost fifty dollars in phone calls. And will never g9t an invitation to eat there. will be imposing upon yet Benny and J o o n is insane! on whnt may be th e two w eak e r a^>ects of herself during a bus ride, b y Jen Cnsa and Adam JaSe the movie. The first is the fact that Joon her everytSay actions are is mentally i l l , and the other is her rela- rather normal, BomeEames Benny and Joon is a well casted tiimshipwithBenny. Both are weak and strange, but not too movie with good intenaan8,y«:ithaflone Bjiconvincfngln the movie, coniri n c i n g , "Rie i n a b i U t y to flaw. The biggest proUem with Beany WhiIether«3atianalapbetweenBenny show Joon OS jmbalaiKed •net Joon Is the ¥;«fik fimndaticm upon fflid Joon is baaed sdely upon ttte fact raightnot have been sodet- which tfw st*^ is built that Benny is an overyrotective brother riraentoJ; but because the relation s h i p s in the 61 m sr e Benny, (Aidan Quinn>iB a garage me- devoted to keeping hia ill sister mit of based around her illness, chanic whose mentally imbalanced sis- mental institutions, interactJonsiaetween the viewer is often fimnd ter, Joon, {Mary Stuart Masterson) be* Benny and Joon are much more cOTivincing himseif. comes i n t r i g u e d by a strange Irouseguest interesimgandwritteninaveiy chsarming named Sam, (Jtiinny Depp). Benny manner. Unfortunately, writer Barry Despite the story's poor agreed to taicd Sam in early on in the Bmuan and director Jeremiah Chechik foundation strong movie allerJoMilosta'TiighstakeB" card fail to expand or focus on the successful performancea by b o t h Aidan game w i t h Sara'scousin. Sara's character secwid relationship, w i l h the movie's title Quinn and Johnny Depp, i n seems to fancy himself a s a "908 veraon of servings* the main i n d i c ^ r . addition to a good Blister Keaton and Charlie Chaplin, u»- Chechik and Berman fail a* well in sou ndtTB^, make the movifi ing his clown-like ways and sympethelic pta^raying Joon as a young woman with experience- We recom mend attitude to gain the affection of Benny a serious mental illness. At tiroes, the "Benny and Joon" to any- and espedaliy Joon. Romance even viewer is forced to beheve on that one looking for a happy blossoms between Sam and Joon, as Aey Joon is BchiK^hrenic, rather than being movie which BreaaeH love see things in one another that no o n e else providedwithctfflvjndngevidence. Other and relation^ps. ever took the time to see. than one impresstve scene by Masterson Sam (Def^), sitting in a Iree before first mcetinu Structurally, B e n n y and Joon is baaed i n which Jooncompletelyioeescon^rrJof Joon (Maslerson) THE SCHREIBER TIMES SPORTS TUESDAY, MAY 4, 1993 13

Washington Invitatwnal, wtik:h takes place hopes that one of the relay teams in which on May 13-14. Team members are also she participales (4 X 100 and the 4 X 400] Forthe Boys Varsity Track taam. things gearing up for the May 18 Divisional Meet. will reach the state finals.* haven't gons very well so far. With a'most Junior Amy Cohen, in a great second- The Boys Varsity Tennis team picked a third of the season in the history books, place showing, completed the one hundred up a well-earned vk^tory against perennial the team's best performance has been an meters in 13,2 seconds at the same meet. rival Great Neck South on April 28. So far April 19 meet against IHerncks, Plainview, This was cited by Kosiba as especially this season, the team has become known arxJ East Meadow in which Port finished Transitkjn is the buzzword for the Girls pleasing since this was the first time she for narrow victories and shoestring loses. third. Track team this season. The retirement of competed m the event. The tennis team presently boasts two 'Staying heaithy has been a real prob- Coach Bruce MacDonald, a 36-year vet- "It's hard to say how well we will do [lor wins against four defeats. Port defeated lem for us,' said Coach Mike Nocera. eran of Port Washington Irack and f ieW, has the remainder of the season.] [Our condi- Garden City 4-3, but dropped matches to IJuniof] Man Connors has been out tor thrust coach Paul Kosiba into the spotlight. tioning] seems to be peaking now. but ev- Syosset, who has the top teen-aged tennis two weeks with strep throat, and he is one In Kosiba's own words, it will be a tough act erything depends on the com m itment of the player on Long Island, ar>d hard-fought of our best runners.' Before Connors's to foltow.' runners. Their destiny is in their hands: it battles against Hewlett, Roslyn. and Whealley. illness though, he shone for the team in Kosiba, who has previously coached they want to work hard, they will peak when one of few bright spots when he ran a 4:42 Boys track, said of the transition, "Even we want—the divisional f i n a l s s a i d Kostba Coach Makover's Varsity Tennis Team mile for a meet record at tfie April 15 Cow Ihough I was an assistant under Coach has a starting lineup of senkx Josh Vogel Neck Invitational. At that same meet he MacDonald for three years f86-'68] the at first singles, senior Jordan Walker at also ran what the coach called an work is different than Boys Track. The second singles, sophomore Steven P. Rchards at third singles, and junior Greg Impressive* 10X17 two mile for another events and personalities of the runners are With a hard-fought five-game win over Harrington at fourth singles. Junker Josh meet record. Another highlight of this year completely different tor the girls' Great Neck North, the Boys Varsity Vol- Roth and senior Gary Rapp play first wasjuniorCoryBodner's 118'discus throw. competitions.' leyball team raised its record to 2-2. The doubles, sophomore Jacob Paddock and *l think I have a good shot at the state The team's performance has t>een me- team won Its first game before dropping senior Frank Tipaldof i l l the seconddoubles fjirals the year,' said Connors. He also diocre. In its most recent meet at OceanskJe matches to New Hyde Park and being de- stot. and sophomore Adam Block and DpbmisticaJly believes that the team wil against East Meadow, Valley Stream molished by Hen^k^ks on April 27, by a final junior Harris Schornstein play as third improve by the end of the season. Central, and Massapequa on April 27. the score of 15-0. doubles. In the 4-3 win over Great Neck team fared well with a third-place finish Nocera added that the team has a kit of Coach Maria Giamar>ca cited mid-hitter South, Ben Go U f a r b f i l l e d Josh Roth'sspot despite lack of personnel. Freshman Karina DOtsntial and that all members are hard juncr Hyung Ki Lee, senior defensive play- at first doubles and Jacob Haddock tilled Kwrkers. King established a new personal and school but various sk;knesses have heM ers Zach Oser and Alex Cho. and junior Greg Harrington's shoes at fourth singles. record by running the four-hundred meters the team back. The tact that fiekj partici- setter Matt Hattam as exceptional athletes. To Coach Makover's delight, both GokJtarb in 58.6 seconds. This performarKe earned pants have not yet been selected has rtot One of the team's weaknesses has been and Paddock were victorious. helped matters. her first-place honors at the meet. Kosiba its inexperience. Many team members are Sophomore George Livingston earned also expects King to reach the state finals in rookies andface stiff inter-conference com- Rapp was not scared to toot his own [iraise tor his time in the mile, and sopho- the two-hundred, four-hurxjred, and eight- petition. horn. 'I got stupid fat dope out there. I pity hundred meters. more Peter Clusener sparkled with his Sophomore Mark Martiuk, a left hiner, the tool who has to play me. If Iwas playing 10:46 time in the two mile at the April 26 King spoke of her goals for the remainder commented, 'I think for the rest of the with [Will] Goktfarb now, we'd win the meet against Massapequa, Oceanside, and of the season: "[I hopejto runa57-second season we'll do pretty well. We could have counties." East Meadow. four-hundred meters. I think I have a legiti- done ttetter up to now.' Coach Giamanco Compiled by The team's next obstacle is the Port mate shot at these kitty goals.* She also shares Martiuk's optimism. Joshua Sllbert A Kenny htat>d*i

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Jen Langton Last year, as a jun- br. Jen was voted All- American Honorable Mention for her lacrosse performance. She is a favorrte to be All-Ameri- can again this year. She also starred on the Varsity Basketball team tor all four of her years at Schreiber. sharing the coaches award this year. Also, after two years of soccer excellence, she changed fields orx:e again andlackledlhefrack. She met similar s u c c e s s on Bruce MacDonald's squad. Jen stars in the classroom as well, and after being recruited by the nation's finest universities, she has chosen to attend the University of Virginia in the fall.

Henry Stanziale

Henry, a strong A1I- Amertcan candkJats for his lacrosse prowess, has twen the Vikings' main offensive weapon this s e a s o n . HistwogoalsagainstundefeatedMepham, including a rocket from tong range, helped secure the Senior All-American candidale Jenny Langlon gels ready lo shed her New Hyde Park opponent. Vikings' position atop Conference A. Despite cakilum deposits in his right arm and constant douWe-teaming from opposing teams, he has yet to be shut down. He was named All-County for his performance last year. Henry has won back to back Leo Costello Awards a s the MVP of the football team. He was named to the All- Girls lax on a rampage County team for his football season, in whch he led powerhouseandworksveryhardtoensuresuccess. 1^6 Conference I in rushing. by Spencer Fordin fact that our Boys lacrosae team is also successful robs the spotlight from t he girls. If you examine the past, the As I sat in the stands at AI Whitney field, I realized Girls team i ; just ae successfiU, if not more so, than the something very disturbing. I realized that 1 knew guys. It's a shame they are overshadowed by the guys. Valerie nothing about girls lacroese. The reason this bothered The Schreiber public doesnt know what their missing. me IB that I had a deadline to finish an article about our * * * Girls Lax team. In the next two and a half hours, I "nie rest of the first half was much of the same. T^e learned a lot big three of Langton, Tomeo, and Galvin continued to Isn't i t strange that one ofSehreiber's h ardest wOT-ki n g put goal after goal in the New Hyde Park net. Junior Valisthek>netemale and most successful teams is virtually unknown? Isn't Debbie Mandelbaum also scored in the half. Although on the Port Washington i t unfair that a team that made the c o u n t y championship there weren't many shots at her, junior goalie Sarah sailir^ team. The squad laat year still toils i n anonymity? 'Riis is the sad truth Lopez stopped most of what came at her. The lady was one of three teams forour Lady Viking lacrosse team. Year in, year out, i t Vikings went into the half ahead 10-3. I was very selected from the Mid- is among the top teams in the county. Still, you can impressed. Atlantic region K> attend the National Championships in count the number of spectators at their games on two The second h a l f was a much different ballgame than Newport Beach, California. The team battled heavy hands. The team has one of Schreiber's best athletes, the first. It was evident that New Hyde Park could winds in Annapolis, Maryland, and fs ready to challenge make that one of A m e r i c a ' s best a t h l e t e s i n Jen L a n g t o n , play— they weren't going to let themselves be blown the raging surf of the Paci'ic Ocean. On land. Val is a but still remains unwatched, unappreciated. I t r e m a i n s out. When Langton went down afler being slashed in veteran of Schreiber's gymnastics team. She received one of the great wonders of my teenage existence. the head, and with the lead being trimmed to 12-7, the team's Most Improved award in her junior year. « * « things were looking scary. ButPortwouldnot be denied. The game I was at was Port's second New Hyde Park The Lady Vikings scored several more times before game. Port had lost a 10-9 heartbreaker the first time Langton's return to the lineup. The game ended with the two teams met. I braced myself for a cloee, slow, Port victorious, 16-11. Tomeo had four goals and four teeth grinder of a game. I did not expect to have a good assists, Langton had fourgoals and three assists, Galvin Anthony time. Six minutes later, every myth I had of girl's lax had five goals, and Mandelbaum finished with two goals had been dispelled. Port roared ahead 5-0 behind the and three assists. Junior Tina Pavlak also scored a goal. loanna strong play of their tri-captains; Langton, senior Bar- • * * bara Tomeo,andseniorKristen Galvineachgotinon the Whenever Port has played well this season, the team scoring. Tony is participating has been positively unstoppable. Port crushed Syosset in his first year on the • • • 22-7 and mauled Oceanside 24-2. Let's not even men- Varsity Baseball team. tion the 17-5 drubbing of Bethpage. Port has also run As a starting pitcher, ^ For a team in as strange a position as this one, the into its share of trouble. The Lady Vikings lost to Tony's record is l-i, in- state of its future fits perfectly. Though their scoring is Manhassetin a 11-10 game that was contested until the cluding his complete game victory over Uniondale. He dcffninatedby their senior captains, this is a very young final second. They beat Clarke 18-15, in a Saturday has no fear of a baseball since his father used to pepper team. The team will also lose Anne Scala and Audrey morning game. " I think they woke uplate for that one," balls at him when he was a young boy. Tony has Rosenberg to graduation, although there will be many said Coach Roger Winter. In the game against Friends overcome a heart condition, fighting doctor's orders for battle-scarred veterans to replace them. We're talking Academy, Port was up 10-8 with 6:26 remaining. It years to return to the game he bves. This Port deli about a team with nine juniors! Count them. Nine! slowed the game down toa crawl. Friends never touched employee saw action for the Viking soccer team in the There are also four freshman and three sophmores in the ball again. fall, after remaining on the sidelines last season as a the mix. It's no surprise that this team is always a Port lost in the county finals to Preeport 10-8 last manager due to his heart condition. powerhouse. year. The team was so close. This year itis only fair to In Port Washington the big sport is lacrosse. Why, expect the girls to advance at least that far. The beat then, do these girls work so hard for so little recognition? goes on for the t e a m . One of the school's h a r d e s t working Compiled by Spencer Ford In Well, in basketioall season, the boys teams are not teams will continue to sweat on Al Whitney. Whether and Will Goldfarb always frontrunners, so the girls team recieves atten- anybody will notice is up for debate. I know they made tion. When I say this, I mean no disrespect; the girls a fan out of me. team deserves all the attention it gets. It is a perennial THE SCHREIBER TIMES SPORTS TUESDAY. MAY4. 1992 15 Batmen Around

b y Bryce Romer

After dropping its first three games, the Port Vikings baseball team, under the Coach Joe DelGaia. was on a roll. They put together a two-game winning streak before misfortune and a hot-hitting Calhoun squad stopped them in their tracks. NBA... I t seemed as if the team was starting to click. The Vikings had kicked off the 1993 season by being swept by Mepham The rising Suns ol Phoenix and the and then rebounding to defeat Uniondale KnKkerbockers of New York cbsed out twice. the regular season with the number one I n the first three games, each of the and tvro records in the NBA, respec- starting pitchers, seniors A n t h o n y loanna, tively. The Suns, playing their running Andy Kass, and Dave Powers, were de- style of ball In the West, and the Knicks' feated with little support from their new bad boy image in the East have teammates. In the next t w o g a m e s , loanna made the two into the top contenders tor and Powers were impressive, e a c h bring- the title in one of the hottest contests ing home a victory. that the NBA loanna pitched a strong game and has ever had received important offensive support, the pleasure lo see. keying a a 10-7 victory. Nearly victim- Senor Sam Nelson grits tiis teetti and hurls towards Uniondale. ized by sloppy defense, loanna stuck it Two MVP out for his first victory of the season. I t was now Kass's turn to even his eventually led to a five-run bombard- hopefuls, Strong pitching from Powers and record at 1-1 and raise the team's win- ment. Port's ineffective offense creaked Charles clutch hitting by brothers senior Henry ning percentage to a respectable .500. along, managing only a bunt single by Barkley and andjunior Kevin Liu helped Port to their Kass was denied a victory by a freak Powers and a single up the middle by Patrick Ewing second win. Powers pitched 8 2/3 innings injury. Earlyin the second inning, Kass Kevin Liu i n Port's 7-0 loss, are the key and j u n i or Henry Chuu came on in relief was struck in the ribs by a line drive. A team that was j u s t starting to put elements in to r e t i r e the l a s t o u t . K c v i n L i u ' s s a c r i f i c e " I wanted to finish the game," said i t together might have to rely a lot more each team's bunt helped to bring the t y i n g run across, Kass, w h o o n l y a l l o w e d threeeamed runs. heavily on the pitching if Kass goes out success. and Henry Liu's two-run dinger secured A dropped fly ball which would have witharibiiyury. It will be very interest- Bryce These two the victory for the Vikings. ended the inning had it been caught ing to see how the Vikings finish up. franchise Romer players have drawn thousands with their intense style ol play. In what turned out to be the best trade the Suns have ever rriade. Barkley's strength, aggressiveness, scoring and rebounding punch have carried the Kevin Johnson-less Suns to a franchise best 62 wins. In New York, Ewing has established himself as the premier perimeter shooting center and has proven that he can take the ball inside against anyone. He led the Knicks to their first sixty-win season in over twenty years. The road to the finals won't be an easy one for either team. The Knicks have to face the Indiana Pacers in the first round while the Suns will have to take on the L.A. Lakers. It the Knk:ks prevail, they will have to take on the winner of the Celtics/Hornets. Look for the Hornets to take that series ar>d kise to the Knk^s in the round of eight. New York should face the Bulls in the semifinals, providing ihe Bulls knock off the Hawks and then dispose of the victor in the Nels/Cavs series. Sophorrwre fireballer Lauren Zimmer lets fly for the Lady Viking Softball squad. Look for a special S c h r e i b e r Times It the Suns beat L.A., and Rk:k feature in the Graduation issue for an inskje scoop on the Softball team. Adelman's Blazers get it together, a Suns/Blazers secorfd round matchup couW be interesting. In the bottom half ol the Western Conference bracket, Houston faces the Sailing away (to Cali) Clippers, and the Sonics g o up against the Jazz. Shawn Kemp will nse lo the North, and Rory Mahcr, accompanied by coaches Mel Berger occasion artd help the Sonics move on bj Rory MahM* and Steve Lapham, competed in this round. to facs Hakeem Olajuwon and the rest Afler having practiced only two times a week, it took a few of the Houston Rockets when they The Schreiber Sailing Team may not be the moat popular races for the sailon to get used to the heavy winds. After defeat the Clippers. team at Schreiber, but i t ia t he moat successful. On May 8 and mediocre finishesin the m o r n i n g , it seemed as if the team w o u l d The most interesting semifinal in Ihe 9, it will represent Schreiber High Schotd at the National High not make the trip to California, but b y the e n d of the day, it h a d West would be a Phoenix/Houslon School Sailing Championships in Newport Beach, California. finished third and was already making its plane reservations. battle. With the Suns having the home "We're happy that all of our hard work has paid off, and we Since the school does not fund the only Schreiber team to court throughout the playoffs, tfwy plan to c o n t i n u e practicingandhopefully dowell i n California,' ever makei t to a national championship, the t a a m m e m b e rs are shoukj be abte to beat the Rocfcsis and said skipper J o s h Berger. forced to pay their own way by selling raffle tickets. They are make the finals a very entertaining Thm taam first c o m p e t e d in Annapolis, Maryland, on ^ril very thankful for the appreciation thatr adiool has given them. event. The Big Apple wiU be shaking 16 and 17 where i t w as one of only three h i g h schools from the Senior Cary Comer, Berger, D 'AlsMMdn^ N o r t h , a n d Maher when the Suns and Knicks square off in Mid-Atlantic Region to be choeen to sail at the Nationals in will be joined by a ftwshman from CtHtmm^ fit tka champi- the NBA Championships. Newport Beech, California. Senim Val D'AleMandra, Jon onships. Cradling Batmen Hardball Girls Lax / Page 14 Baseball/Page 15 Softball/Page 15 Viking m Sports THE SCHREIBER TIMES TUESDAY, MAY 4. 1993 Number one!

Vikings, l^e certain consensus AI1- Boys Lax American controls the tempo from the face-off to the final shot on offense. The seesaw struggle continued as earns Mepham added two quick goals to take theirfirstleadofthegame. The final half Conference was the ultimate i n tension; both teams fought with their last ounce of energy. Port proved too tough for the Rrates. bragging Melvin completed his hat trick toeven the score at 5-5. Senior Ramiro Rivera burst past the Pirate defense for an rights with unassisted goal which put Port in the lead for good. Port now seemed to have the game in hand; a blast from Stanziale 9-7 win over and a goal by senior Julian Song were enough to secure the victory. Mepham Mepham refused to lay down and die. however, scoring before the final whistle to draw within two, 8-6. byWiU Goldfarb The Vikings had answered all ques- tions with their playing. It's hard to figure how an undefeated perennial pow- JuBt when yoo thought it was safe to square ofTwith Port lax ... erhouse like Port could have seemed so The Vikings established their domi- vulnerable; but Port Lax, despite impres- nance of Conference I with a 9-7 win over sive wi ns over i la Conference I opponents, theirrival,theMephamPirates. Mepham Maryland's W . T . Woodson, seemed almost came into the game undefeated, looking beatable. to make short work of Port and prove Before the contest with Mepham, the itself as a major power. team had not fully come together, and the The ensuing battle for the top seed talented Vikings had been sluggish on was one of the most exciting games in offense, spread thin through the middle, recent history. It w a s r e m i n i s c e n t o f the and had suffered lapsesin their normally Vikings'County Championship matchup inpenetrable defense. with Farmingdale, nearly one year ago. All doubts were erased by the win This time, however. Port would not be against Mepham. The defense is an- denied. chored by a stellar Noga; t h e T w i n Tower/ Chubb Rock* sandwich of Eric Vanags, From the opening gun, i t was obvious T J . Bardong, Danny Marcus, and Senior that neither team was holding back; the Omar Rivera, the best stickhandler since hits rang out across the field, and every Little Jc^n of Robin Hood fame. Vanags grunt drew the fans closer to the action. lauded his teammates, "With Danny Mepham's first tally, a rocket from twin Marcus back in the starting defense, the Craig Kati, was frightening. defensive unit came together as one and Senior Scott Melvin relumed the fa- shut down the explosive Mepham attack." vor less than a minute later, and the tide He added, *A big part of the wi n should be soon turned in Port'sfavor. Senior Henry credited to the play of Joe Noga." Stanziale squirmed inside the Pirates' defense to put Port up 2-1, and Melvin's The offense has regained its potency second score seemed to place Port in the with Birch a n d Stanziale at its head. The middle is solid, with Birch and Omar driver's seat. Port's offense was crisp, Senior Julian Song battles a Mepham defender in !he war tor first place. and a spectacular series o f s a v e s b y keeper Rivera at the offensive and defensive ends. Senior Joe Noga slammed the Aoar shut The Vikings' level