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"The Crusader"

Brother Rice High School stands as a beacon in the education of students from all over the area.

10001 S. Pulaski Chicago, IL 60655 773/779-3410

O ommon Threads. People! Academics! Actvities! Events! These are the common hreads that keep BRHS together. Although each individual student comes from a different part of the city, comes from a different

background, comes from a different neighborhood or suburb, and comes from a different culture, each student shares a part in this great community. Each helps form the goals that bind all together, and all share a "common" goal by attending Brother Rice; that goal is to succeed.

Although some students are more vocal and noticeable in the Brother Rice Family than others, all students, faculty, and alumni are a part of the entity that makes up Brother Rice. Any student, no matter what he participates in, is a part of the family. If a student plays baseball, or basketbal~ or belongs to the National Honor SOCiety, or writes for a publication, or belongs to the fishing club, he is a part of the family.

The teachers at Brother Rice also share a "common" goal. Their goal is to provide students with an education that will help prepare them for the real world. Through the efforts and ambitions of the teachers and students, a "common" link to tomorrow will be reached.

Lawrence Strong and Natasha Buchannan enjoy the festivites of the Homecoming Dance.

Tim O'Neill drives down court enroute to a score.

Ms. Schissler tapes Kevin Badke's foot after football jractice. The trainers, under the leadership of Ms. Schissler, helpe the athletes maintain their good health.

Matt Goosens and Justin Escalona work on painting with pastels in Mrs. Jaros' art class.

Mike Buttron chips his way out of a sand trap during a golf match. Brother Joyce talks to a sophomore religion class about stained glass windows and the biblical background behind them. Brother Joyce makes his own stained glass windows.

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The cheerleaders performed during half time of the Varsity basketball games.

Pete Adamson leads the marching band. The band provided entertainment during

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Threading Events

Mike Cavato rests after running an exhausting cross country race.

Garrick Royster swims during a physical education class.

d M\lrgan Leslie and Mr. Antos show off their new "coifs."

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Ryan Muldoon entertains the crowd with his innovative cheers.

Co-Captain David Diehl talks to the excited students during the spirited pep rally.

Pete Adamson leads the band during the Pep Rally.

How do you spell CRUSADER? Brent Annen, Mike Cava to, Keith Gutierrez. Matt Earner, Kevin Duffner, Kevin Burns, Marty Maloney, Dan Foreman, Tim Connors.

SPIRIT WEEK

Each student as he enters Br. Rice inherits a sense of pride. As the school year progresses, the pride begins to grow. During Spirit Week, this pride showed on the faces of the students, faculty, and staff.

Excited talk about the Homecoming football game against Mt. Carmel filled the normal hallway chatter. Signs were hung in the corridors, and festivities were set up in order to get the students into the spirit. Spirit Week included "Hawaiian Day," where students and faculty dressed in their favorite Hawaiian clothes, and "Roll Out Of Bed Day," where students practically just woke up and came to school

Spirit Week continued with

the annual Homecoming pep rally, led by enthusiastic Student Council president Kevin Carter, as well as speeches from Coach Gleeson, Mr. Ryan, and football co-captains, Ryan Muldoon, David Diehl.

As the Homecoming hoopla of Spirit Week settled down to the big event, the football team brought the level of excitement up to a new high as the Crusaders' were victorious over the Caravan. This was the Crusaders first victory over Mt. Carmel since 1981. The exciting victory was capped off by a happy Homecoming Dance held that evening in the school gym.

The seniors certainly got excited during the pep rally. Maybe a foreshadowing of the game's outcome'

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HOMECOMING

Day of Victory!

With a record of 3-2, the Crusaders were struggling as Homecoming week approached. After starting off 3-0, they had lost two straight games on the road and had not scored since week three. To add to Rice's problems, their homecoming opponent was Mount Carmel, then the Number two ranked team in the state. They had not beaten Mount Carmel since 1981, the year of their last state title, and they were still stinging from a 48-12 embarrassment suffered at the hands of the Caravan the previous year.

When the day finally arrived, more than 4,000 fans held their breath in anticipation and anxiety. After giving an early field goal to the Caravan, Brother Rice

controlled the game the rest of the way. The defense played with reckless abandon and exhibited a ferocity that hadn't been seen in recent weeks. They managed to force four turnovers and were able to subdue all of Mount Carmel's offensive weapons. Led by quarterback Kevin Badke, the offense dominated both on the ground and in the air, scoring three touchdowns. After the dust had settled, the final score was 21-3.

At the end of the game, the student body rushed the field. The Carmel victory was a long time coming, and everyone wanted to savor the joy of it.

Morgan Leslie '99

Brad Augustinius and are

being named Homecoming King and Queen.

Coach Nye talks to his players during a time out in the first quarter.

Quarterback Kevin Badke runs the option.

The cheerleaders decora ted their faces in Crusader Orange: and Maroon.

FOUNDER'S DA Y / HALL OF FAME

On January 20, 1998, the Brother Rice Community gathered once again in celebration of Founder's Day. Founder's Day is the day in which the school pays tribute to Edmund Rice and to all those who have sculpted Brother Rice into what it is today.

The assembly began with seniors Frederico Garcia, Ryan Muldoon, and junior Frank Cheers delivering speeches on the Hispanic, Irish, and AfricanAmerican lifestyles and how community applies to them. Frederico spoke of the unique aspects of the Latino heritage and how they contribute to Brother Rice. Ryan talked about the importance of understanding different cultures and how such understanding fosters tolerance toward others. Frank spoke about the African-American way of life and one of the greatest AfricanAmerican leaders, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

As a conclusion to the three speeches, Brother Patrick Martin stepped up to the podium and reflected on the life of

Edmund Rice and his motto: "Act Manfully in Christ Jesus." This slogan was impressed upon every student in attendance.

Following Br. Martin's speech, former principal Br. Segvich introduced the newest recipient of the Hall of Fame award, Mr. James Antos. As assistant principal, Mr. Antos was in charge of the Hall of Fame candidates, but when seeing his name on the nominations ballot, he turned the job over to Br. Casey. "I seriously thought it would be Br. Segvich," Mr. Antos commented. "J was looking for his family all morning."

"Speechless doesn't describe the feeling, said Mr. Antos, "I was really humbled ... this was quite an honor. Everyone wants to do a good job, the best that they can. When I looked up and saw my family arrive, 1 realized how lucky 1 was." Mr. Antos joins the same great vein with many other Brother Rice legends in the Hall of Fame.

Timothy Bracken, '99

Ryan Muldoon, rcia, a

turn to speak at the Founder's Day celebration.

Frank Cheers spoke about the lite ot learned from his life apply to students' lives today.

Brother Collins and Mrs. Seibt serve wa ter to the thirsty walkers at the annual walk-a-then.

Coach Richardson gives his players some instructions during a time out.

Brian Delfin stuclies in the library.

Lateef Aryee plays the clarinet during music class.

Kevin Moss talks to Steve Cozzie while waiting it out for their cross country race to start.

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TAKE A LOOK!

Hail our Crusader team, as it advances in the frey .... Everyone hears it; everyone sings it; as one school weaving common threads; together. When speaking of Brother Rice High School, academics and spirituality are a given. Athletics, on the other hand, are a whole different ball game, and that's what makes them so exciting to be a part of.

Through years of dominance in their respective sports, many Rice squads have been dubbed power houses in the Chicago Catholic League. These teams include basketball, baseball, bowling, swimming, volleyball, and of course, water-polo.

Brother Rice students participate in multi-

sports teams.

With an abundance of talent on lower levels, more teams are expected to rise to the top. The success of these teams pits Rice as one of the most successful sports programs in the Catholic League.

Having the ingredients for success: talent, hard work, dedication and pride; the teams still cannot do it all by themselves. They need help from contributing factors. Coaches, parents, friends and family, and the student body, provide them with support on their long journeys.

Rice Pride is a rare gift instilled in and a vaila ble to every Crusader willing to accept it. It quickly develops and matures into priceless school spirit. This pride brings the whole school, student by student, together working towards one common goal, greatness. Lasting friendships are quickly created as well as something in common to talk about. This mixture of these elements provides a stable background in Brother Rice, also having young men interweave athletics, school, and family into a wonderful result. .. and will break right through straight and true, onto victory!

Making A Point

Front Row: John Konrath, Mike Killian, Kevin Badke, Steve Scott, Adam Staszewski, Bill Martin, Jim Noonan, Tim Hornik, Frank Miceli, Brendan Byrne, Jeremiah Adeszko, Mall Daniher

Second Row: Tom McBride, Phil Mortimer, Tom Kosmos, Jamie Hampton, Jack Winters, Eric Kabellis, Bill Mosel, Ken Flaherty, Drew McGrath, Mike Berry, Neil Curtin, Ryan Muldoon

Third Row: Brandon Weaver, Tim Wood, Dennis Carroll, Bill Flaherty, Dave Diehl, Dave Neberieza, George Terrell, Pat Nicholson, Morgan Leslie, Mark Deskovich, Brian Stahl, Mike Archie

Fourth Row: Brandon Malinowski, Chris Asbury, Mike Connelly, Nick O'Connor, Chris Carney, Tom Muir, Tim Byrne, Pat Kelly, Josh Deering, Kevin Callahan

Back Row: Dave Williams, Steve Spadarn, Tim Monahan, Miguel Gonzalez. Mike Esposito, Bryan Clifford, Nick Olson

" This was a good season even though we lost some games we shouldn't have."

Ryan Muldoon

FOOTBALL

VARSITY

Rice 20 Bogan 0

Rice 36 St. Joseph's 0 Rice 28 Marist 21

Rice 0 Loyola 14

Rice 0 Notre Dame 30 Rice 21 Mount Carmel 3 Rice 14 Marian Catholic 21 Rice 7 S1. Rita 14

Rice 41 S1. Francis de Sales 0

Final Standings 5 wins, 4 losses

The team opened the season at home with a 20-0 pounding of Bogan. They then went on to pummel St. Joseph's 35-0. The following week, the Crusaders played host to rival Marist. Brother Rice scored 21 fourth quarter points to overcome Marist in the most thrilling game of the year. The defense played extremely well in the second half and the offense came alive by passing more often. More than 5,000 fans attended this game.

The team sleepwalked into next weeks game against Loyola,

and they went on to lose 14-0. The next week, the Crusaders were embarrassed at Notre Dame 30-0.

The team had a two game losing streak going into homecoming week against Mount Carmel. The last time the Crusaders beat the Caravan was in 1981, and the seniors were thinking of last years humiliating 48-12 loss. However, the Crusaders finally played to their potential embarrassing the Caravan 21-3. Marian Catholic came to Joe Johnston Field the following week. The

Above Left: Dave ebrieza fakes the handoff, while Dave Diehl blocks the defense.

Above Right: Quarterback Kevin Badke scrambles away from the defender.

Left: The team captains take the field before the Mount Carmel game.

Crusaders had several chances to win in the closing minutes of the game, but Marian prevailed 21- 14. The team was playing for their playoff hopes as thy traveled to St. Rita. The Mustangs edged the Crusaders 14-7. The team ended on a high note as they routed St. Francis de Sales 41-0 on Senior day. All of the seniors got to play in the game and were able to experience playing Brother Rice football one last time.

Morgan Leslie, '99

Above Left: Freshman John Huber eludes the Mount Carmel defense.

Above Right: Sophomore Vic Yanz leaps for some extra yardage during the Homecoming Game.

Sophomore Football

Front Row: Chris akutis, Adam Pietrzak, Chris Robinson, Pat Darling, Luke Lyons, Tom Panfil, Brian Zofkie, Jim Carroll.

Second Row: Chris Sosnowski, Tom Hennigan, Ed Griffin, Nick Denny, Mike Barry, Ryan Spokas, Bart Winters, Kurt Andrews.

Third Row: Roberto Gonzalez, Mike olan, Tom Ostrowski, Ivan Strcic, John O'Connell, Allan Graber, Chris Quaid, Joe Forbes, Will Sadek.

Fourth Row: Dan Schuld, Jon Releford, Paul Stankewicz, Keith Howell, Pat McGarry. Tom Bianciatto, Vic Yanz, Tony Dwyer. Mike Pironti.

Back Row: Keith Zarvorka, Mike Morlan, Simon Theodule, Matt O'Boyle, Tim I-Iajec, Vic Tassone.

Coming off of a wonderful 6-3 debut season as freshmen, the Crusader sophomore team needed big shoulders to live up to the high expectations.

After defeating Bogan and st.

Joseph, the team flew into a tough Catholic League schedule in which they dropped six in a row. Fortunately, they were able to rebound and end the season on a positive note in thrilling fashion with a season finale overtime victory over Fenwick, 13-12.

"The guys stepped up their play on this level nicely, even facing adversity; they never gave up," stated Coach Griffin, offensive coordinator. "Expectations might not have been fulfilled in the win/loss column, but in the effort column, 100%, day in and day out."

Led by the play of fullback Vic Yanz and quarterback Mike Nolan, the Crusaders were loaded with talent. "Mike is my M.V.P. He did a great job stepping up for Steve, (Steve Scott, varsity) at a

position he has never played before," said Coach Griffin.

In their first year of play at the high school level, the freshmen did a decent job, finishing with a respectable mark of 4-5. Led by Coach McCann, linebacker Tim Winters, and running back Luis Rodriguez, they highlighted the year with a 29-0 romp over St. Laurence in the season opener.

Tim Bracken, '99

" We didn't do as well as we thought we could, but we had fun, and that's what it's all about. "

Reloading With Gridders

Vic Yanz

Freshman Football

Front Row: Luis Calderon, jose Alvarez, Demarius jones, Mark Yore, Kevin Coleman, Matt Buckley, john Thornton, Steve Kolodzingski, jim Ortiz

Second Row: Coach Roger McCann, Coach Keith Dombroski, Mike Hauge, Danny Diaz, Nick Pipala, Brian Funk, Matt Noonan, jeff Madden, Rich Werer, Brian Hunt Zac Sadek, Coach Tom McCann, Coach Dan Dwyer.

Third Row: Patrick Gue, jim Sullivan, john Huber, jeff Mercado, Erik Vaitkus, Sergio Calderon, Chris Miernicki, Matt Houze, Kyle Gaffney, Gabe Perez.

Fourth Row: Coach Mike Theis, Brian Dixon, Ryan O'Reilly, Mike Brow, joe Treacy, Mike Coyle, Kevin McDonough, jim Burke, Dominic Rizzo, Bill Gleeson.

Back Row: Dan Palacios, Chris Wiezoreck, justin Rex, Tim Winters, joshua Adeszko, Bob Mosel, Neil McMahon.

Mt. Carmel runner.

FROSHjSOPH FOOTBALl

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Above Right: The varsity team prepares tbemselves before a race.

Above Left: Marty Maloney looks ahead while Jeff Schultz focuses on passing a Marist runner.

Varsity

Sitting: Ed Hosty, Dan Foreman, Dan Wnek, Tim Kinsella, Marty Maloney.

Kneeling: Jeff Schultz, Dave Lozano, Keitb Guitierrez, Bill Funk, Dan Ritchie.

Standing: Darius orvilas, Mike

Shamma, Jason Fitzpatrick, Mike Cavato, Mike Burns, Bill Guinane.

The Cross Country team trained harder than ever, hoping to meet their ambitious goal of winning the Catholic League Conference. According to Coach Molenda, the team needed to run relaxed, knowing the runners prepared themselves the best they could.

To ease the competitive tension, the team slogan was "Run Ugly." Unfortunately, the players took this motto to heart. Although each individual member showed moments of brilliance, these moments never all oc-

curred in the same race. The team never once ran as a single dominant pack, and throughout the season several players encountered menacing injuries.

But the entire team still had fun. The team gathered together for a pasta dinner after school on Fridays before their Saturday morning race. One weekend the Varsity squad traveled down to Peoria after school on Friday, spent the night at a hotel, and the next day ran on the course where the state meet would be held.

The Varsity Team, comprised of seniors Ed Hosty, Bill Guinane, and Jeff Schultz, juniors Mike Cava to, Marty Maloney, and Keith Gutierrez, and sophomore Dan Wnek, finished fifth in the Catholic League, but captured third a week later at Regionals. However, a week after that the season ended with an eleventh place finish at the state sectionals. Ed Hosty gave a valiant effort and just missed qualifying for state.

Jeff T. Schultz, '98

, 'We were very talented and had high expectations, bu t we could never put it together."

Marty Maloney

Meanwhile, the Varsity " ovice" team went down in history. Led by seniors Mike Burns, Jason Fitzpatrick, and Tim Kinsella, the team recorded its best finish ever at the Roy Gummerson meet, winning second place. Juniors Dan Richie, Bill Funk, and Dan Forman also strengthened the J.V. team.

Do not overlook the FroshSoph team. Led by sophomores Greg Potter Mike Wazio, and Pat Mc ally, the team possessed promising talent and great enthusiasm. Freshman Nick Romo's dad provided everyone with Gatorade, ice water, and snacks at each race! That was the enthusiasm the team needed.

VARSITY

TFS Invitational Rice: 3rd of 20

Reavis Invitational Rice: 6th of 22

Argo Invitational Rice: 2nd of 18

otre Dame Invitational Rice: 14th of 50

Roy Gummerson Invitational Rice: 6th of 15 Crete-Monee Invitational Rice: 30th of 60 Catholic League Rice: 5th of 14

Regionals Rice: 3rd of 11 Sectionals Rice: 12th of 20

A Dee per Look

J.V. Cross Country

Front Row: Ryan Sullivan. Nick Ramo. Brian Carter. Jim Coghlan. Pat McNally.

Mike Wazio.

Back Row: Matt Kovats. Kevin Moss. John Bryar, Bill Dwyer. Brendan Ford. Pat Chambers. Greg Potter. Steve Cozzie.

CROSS COUNTRY

SOCCER

George Limberopolous looks for a hole in the defense.

Kickin' It Around

Va rsity Soccer

Front Row: Tony Capron, Dave Kriedemann, Craig Mitchell, Kevin Duffner, Marty Ruberry, John Redman, Tom Schwartzers, Kevin Moran, George Limberopolous.

Second Row: Dan Heyward, John McCormick, Brian Doyle, Pat Farrell, Edgar avarro, Brendan Cannon, Tony Montagano, Tim O'Neill, Marty Moderia.

Back Row: Dave Banik, Justin Watrobka, Kevin Cusicle, Tom Becker, Dan Philip, Kevin Crowe, Roger McGreal, Coach Williams.

" Catholic League is in our grasp!"

Dan Phillip

VARSITY

Rice 1 New Trier 3 Rice 0 Batavia 0 Rice 2 Lake Park 3

Rice 11 St. Rita 0 Rice 5 Gordon Tech 0 Rice 5 Bishop Mac 1 Rice 1 St. Ignatius 3 Rice 1 St. Laurence 0

Rice 1 Leyden 0 Rice 2 De La Salle 0 Rice 0 Stevenson 2 Rice 2 Mt. Carmel 0 Rice 0 Providence 0

Final Standings 7 wins, 4 losses, 2 ties

Under coaches Han Williams and Jimmy Harkness, the Crusader soccer team fought through another tough schedule. 'We had a relatively young team," said George Limberopolous. There were great expectations for the relatively young team. Out of eleven starting players on the field there were only two seniors George Limberopolous and Roger McGreal. With senior George Limberopolous and junior Edgar Navarro as captains the team began the bat-

tle for Catholic League.

At first the possibility of a Catholic League championship seemed bleak for the Kicking Crusaders. Then they took on the undefeated Mt. Carmel Caravan. The 2-0 victory over Mt. Carmel lifted the spirits of the Crusaders. The win over Mt. Carmel left only Providence in the way of winning the Catholic League South.

However, the high hopes of the Kicking Crusaders were crushed by Providence in a 2-0 loss. Los-

Above Left: Goalie Brendan Cannon makes a diving save during practice.

Above Right: Patrick Farrell makes a break for the ball at the DeLaSalle game.

Left: Jim Celeski and Martin Ruberry listen to pregame instructions from the coach.

ing the Catholic League damaged the spirit of unity amongst the team. A broken team prepared to play Marist in the first round of the play-offs. The lack of unity cost the Crusaders the game 2-0.

"We had a blast!" said Jack Huminsky. The Crusader soccer team may not have been successful in bringing home the Catholic League title or a State Championship, but they were successful in having fun.

Aaron Comminos, '98

Sophomore Soccer

Front Row: Pat McInerney, Kevin Nowac, Marty Ruberry, Pat Kennedy.

Second Row: Jourdan Sorrell, Chris Newman, Joey Sea, Mike Mulryan.

Back Row: Mike Kwain, Tim Predergast, Tom Becker, Tony Montagano, Gerado Rodriguez.

Above Left: Steve Kryziak shields the baJJ from the opposing team member.

Above Right: Alex Comminos dribbles by the opposite team.

Left: Pat McInerney charges the ball.

FROSH/SOPH ~OCCER

"It was a great year for all of us on an all-star team, and we had an excellent coach!"

Kicking To New Heights

Joe Sea

Front Row: Matt Allen, Pat Buending, Bill 0' Connor, Matt Dussack, Colin McCormick

Second Row: Kevin Edgeworth, Kyle Garmes, Chris Duckhorn, Mike Levois

Back Row: Adam Altenback, Erin Hogan, Matt Bauer, Alex Comminos, Tony Montagano, Kieran Callaher

Alex Comminos and Kyle Garmes push a pass up the field from Steve Kryziak.

In the past, Brother Rice has had a great tradition in the sport of soccer. The 1997 freshman and sophomore crusaders showed that they have tremendous potential. Both teams put up impressive numbers.

The Sophomore team finished second in the Catholic League behind Providence. They lost only one Catholic League game which was against Providence. Overall, the team 10-4-3, having a strong year.

The Freshman team finished the season 10-5-3, The team lost a heartbreaker at the end of the season to Marist. The Freshman team showed both talent and a glimpse of the future.

Kevan Gannon, '99

Jamie Pembroke drives up the field.

Above Left: Sean Collins concentrates on his putt in an attempt to par the hole.

Above Right: Kevin Carter attempts a putt as Mike Buttron looks on.

Varsity Golf

Front Row: Kevin Carter, Sean Collins, Mike Hynek, Jim Sivicek.

Back Row: Coach Alberts, Kevin Dalton, Dan Pauksta, John Fazy, Mike Buttron.

The Varsity Golf Team finished a successful regular season with a final record of eight wins and three loses. Senior captain Mike Buttron led the team the entire season, including an individual second place award at Regionals, scoring a 78. "The regular season was a very important part of our year, preparing us for a competitive post-season," said Coach Alberts.

After the regular season, the team prepared for the Catholic League Championships with hard work and determination.

The work paid off, earing them a strong third place finish. The team was lead by junior Kevin Dalton and senior Kevin Carter, who both shot a 76. Junior Sean Collins followed with an 81 and senior Jim Gergits shot an 83.

The Regionals followed Catholic League, leaving the team with a disappointing tie for first but a meritorious trip to sectionals. At sectionals, the team failed to qualify for a trip down state but ended the season with a feeling of accomplishment. Junior Mike Hynek described the season with.

one word "chop."

The Junior-Varsity golf team finished the regular season with a five and four record. The team, lead by sophomores Brian Siska and Marty Hynes. ended the season with a fourth place finish at Catholic League. Strong performances throughout the season also came from sophomore Mike Daniher and freshman Dan Boudreau.

Sean Collins, '99

"The regular season was a very important part of our year, preparing us for a competitive postseason."

Coach Alberts

John Fazy sizes up the distance of the hole.

VARSITY

Rice 171 Marist 173 Rice 161 S1. Ignatius 166 Rice 165 Bishop Mac 164 Rice 161 S1. Laurence 178

Rice153 DeLaSalle 176 Rice 169 Providence 163 Rice 139 S1. Rita 158 Rice 169 Mount Carmel 170 Rice 163 Fenwick 168 Rice 176 Loyola 153

Final Standings 8 wins, 3 losses

A Season To Remember

J.V. Golf

Front Row: Damien Warshall, Brendan Mackinnon, Marty Hynes.

Second Row: Art Mahl, Brian Buttron, Jim Schultz. Back Row: Coach Alberts, Dan Miller, Brian Siska.

GOLF

"It was a long, frustrating season, but with the many, young, talented underclassmen, the program will be able to get it turned around."

Brian Walsh '99

VARSITY

Rice 1 Andrews 5 Rice 7 York 1

Rice 2 Glenbrook North 4 Rice 0 New Trier 6 Rice 2 Waubonsie Valley 5 Rice 1 Barrington 4 Rice 7 Andrews 6

. Rice 2 Oak Park 4

Rice 5 Homewood Flossmoor 1

Rice 4 Naperville North 2

Rice 2 Naperville Central tu Rice 3 Andrews 2

Rice 4 Sandburg 3

Rice 0 Fenwick 6

Rice 3 St. Rita 8

Rice 11 Notre Dame 2 Rice 0 Mt. Carmel 8 Rice 0 Providence 2 Rice 1 Marist 7

Rice 1 St. Laurence 4 Rice 3 Naperville North 4 Rice 3 Naperville Central 8 Rice 2 Sandburg 6 Rice a Providence 7 Rice a St. Rita 6

Rice 1 Homewood Flossmoor 6

Rice 1 Marist 6 Rice 1 Mt. Carmel 10 Rice 1 St. Laurence 5 Rice 4 Lincoln-Way 3

Rice 1 Oak Park 4 Rice 3 Fenwick 13 Rice 1 Mt. Carmel 3 Rice 1 St. Laurence 5 Rice 0 St. Rita 9

Rice 0 Lincoln-Way 3 Rice a Providence 3 Rice 1 Marist 10 Rice 0 Fenwick 10

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Varsity

Front Row: Matt Ribikawskis, Chris Sergei, joe Devalina, Richy Pierzynski Second Row: jim Savaiano, Jim Ribikawskis, Bob Kacz, jerry Petraitis, Brian Mum, Sam McNeil, Roger Decker

Back Row: Coach Curran, Coach LaBella, Brian Fielding, Phil Zaleski, Brian Walsh, jeremy Sikorski, Brian Williams, Derrick Mulqueen, Coach Sweeny

Hockey

Above Left: Rich Pierzynski, Phil Zaleski, Brian Fielding, Brian Walsh, and Jeremy Sikorski get ready for the faceoff.

Above Right: Rich Pierzynski tries to avoid a caravan.

Bottom: Phil Zaleski, Jeremy Sikorski, and Brian Walsh wait for the center ice play to develop.

J.V. Hockey

Front Row: Jay icky, Rich Miller, Dan O'Donnell, Joe Drennan, Don Merkle, Matt Ribikauskas, Rich Pierzynsky

Second Row: Jim Savaiano, Jamie Pembroke, Darcy Foolliard, Justin Radziewicz, Rich Rogers, John Bielecki, Rick Oehme

Back Row: Coach Zwit, Cliff Wells, Ryan Bush, Jeremy Sikorski, Chris Walsh, Jesse McCann, Andy icky, Josh Odelson, Coach Pembroke

Although the Brother Rice hockey team didn't win many games this season, it was still a very successful year. During the season, the young Crusaders gained valuable playing time and experience. The team, consisting of eleven underclassmen and four seniors having previous experience with Catholic League style of play, competition with top teams proved difficult throughout the season. Led by team captains Brian Fielding, Brian Williams, and Philip Zaleski, the team finished the season with a season record of 18 wins and 32 losses.

However, bright spots did occur, too. This was most emphasized when the team stuck together and played hard, especially against #1 ranked Mount Carmel, but unfortunately lost 2-1 in the final minutes.

Chris Sergel '98

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Varsity
Rice 62 St. Ignatius 65
Rice 71 Fenwick 81
Rice 83 Weber 37
Rice 56 Hales Fran 40
Rice 75 De La Salle 62
Rice 69 Mt. Carmel 76
Rice 70 Loyola 45
Rice 49 Elgin 58
Rice 61 Marist 49
Rice 72 De Sales 62
Rice 63 St. Rita 51
Rice 70 Gordon Tech 54
Rice 61 Bishop Mac 51
Rice 71 St. Laurence 54
Rice 57 Leo 65
Rice 67 Nazareth 46
Rice 71 Providence 51
Rice 90 Downers Grove No 66
Rice 62 Bolingbrook 57
Rice 69 Downers Grove So 57
Rice 51 Richards 60
Final Standings
15 wins, 6 loses "We know if we played hard and together we would accomplish our goals."

Tim O'Neill

Kevin Whirity passes out of a double team.

Varsity Basketball

Front Row: Greg Edwards. Tim O' Neill. Pat Harvey, Keith Gutierrez. J.J. Konstant, Kevin Cusick

Second Row: Kevin Whirity. Brian Mackinnon. Josh Lopez, Bob Harrigan. Kanon Kysiak, Denny Wills. Dan Rummery

Back Row: Coach Jeff Budz, Kevin Crowe. Ed Thullen, Tom Pavljasevic, Coach Pal Richardson

BASKETBALL

Brother Rice had a great basketball team this year. Under the coaching of Pat Richardson and Jeff Budz this team became Catholic League Champions as well as Regional Champions. The Crusaders have shown their strength when they beat teams like Nazareth early in the season with a score of (91-54). This was just the beginning as the Crusaders went through their schedule beating teams like Gordon Tech, Weber, Loyola, Providence and etc. No one who attended the games will forget the Crusaders' battles against Fenwick, Leo, and Richards. The Crusaders fought their way to the sec-

tionals only to walk away empty handed after a (51-60) loss to Richards.

Starters Pat Harvey, Tim O'Neill, and Tom Pavljasevic, led the team in points. Pat Harvey ended with a total of 521 points, and a three point percent of shooting percent of 43%. Tom Pavljasevic ended the season with 335 points and 190 rebounds. Tim O'Neill ended the season with a total of 366 points and 128 assists. They all played a major role in the success of their team.

Gregory Edwards, '98

Above Left: Tom Pavljasevic takes the ball up strong to the hoop.

Above Right: Pat Harvey goes for a layup against St. Rita

Left: Tim 0' Neill looks to set up a play against Fenwick.

Tim 0' Neill goes for a layup against St. Rita.

Above Left: Chris Miernicki dribbles to the baseline against Marist.

Above Right: Coach Klutcharch discusses a play with the freshman team.

Freshman Basketball

Front Row: Kevin McDonough, Dave Duran, Joe Treacy, Mike Coyle, Ryan O'Reilly. Joe Tassone

Second Row: Brian Holtz, Chris Miernicki, Bill Neary, Cernal Jackson, Rey Salgado, John Sexton, Tim Winters

Third Row: Kyle Garmes, Brendan McKinnon, Jim Coughlin, Ryan Sullivan, Jamaal Steward, John Thorton, Tom Walaszek

Back Row: Coach McGuire, Joe Colander, Todd Triller, Greg Noha, John Huber, Coach Klutcharch

The 1997-98 season for the freshmen and sophomores was equally successful. The sophomore team lost its first game of the year to Rockford Boylen. However, the sophomores, coached by Mr. Alberts, came back strong, winning their next fourteen games, and capturing first place in the Shephard Christmas Tournament on the way to a finish of 22-2. The team defeated previously undefeated Leo 59-53 in overtime to pace them to a perfect 14-0 record in the Catholic League and the Catholic League Title.

The freshman team won the two tournaments they entered

the Notre Dame Holiday Tournament and the Nazarath Christmas Tournament. The team finished with a 20-4 record, second best in the Catholic League. The B-Team finished with a 14-4 record.

Vic Yanz '99

Vince Green takes the ball hard to the hoop.

"The team's persistence and will to win drove us to yet another Catholic League Championship. "

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Matt Wilmot '00

Sophomore Basketball

Front Row: Vince Green, Matt Wilmot, Tom Berry, Dan Pineda

Second Row: Jim Pritchard, Dan Casey, Mike Foster, Eric Kabellis, Mark Telander, Vic Yanz

Back Row: Mike Mykaza, Ivan Stricic, Coach Alberts, Sidney Holmes, Dan Harrigan

FroshjSoph Basketball

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Tom Walaszek dribbles to the basket.

As my self-proclaimed title, "Captain of the Substitutes" implies, I usually sit back and ride the bench. However, this enables me to watch the sheer greatness of our bowlers and appreciate what we do. For instance, did you know that percentage-wise, bowling is the most successful sport in Brother Rice history? Well, it's true.

Both teams concluded the season with great ease. The Varsity took 2nd Place in both the South Section and Catholic League. Leading the way was Senior Jeff Enriquez with an average of 182, who also had the high game (237) and high series (645) for the season. Following him was Senior Bill Zerinskas with an average of 176.

Above Left: Alex Santiago watches his ball.

Above Right: Jeff Enriquez releases the ball and hopes to strike.

J.V. Bowling

Front Row: Matt Paller, Brian Dugan, Mark Gabalewicz, Chris Krygowski, Joe Herman, Tom Kransneck

Back Row: Tony Presbitero, Steve Wood, Marty Wiora, Alex Santiago Steve Hall, Derrick Gabalewicz, Matt James, Coach Petrak

The Junior Varsity ended up in 1st Place in the South Section, but was bumped by De La Salle to 2nd Place in the Catholic League. Alex Santiago led the team's high game and high averages for the second consecutive year. This year Alex finished with an average of 183, and his high game of 244 also led the entire Catholic League.

After all the pins had fallen, this year's All-Star Team disappointedly finished in 3rd Place. Most teams would be satisfied to take Third in a group with so much competition. However, this was our worst finish in six seasons.

Bill Martlink '98

VARSITY

Rice 0 St. Laurence 7 Rice 7 Leo 0

Rice 7 DeLaSalle 0 Rice 7 St. Rita 0

Rice 7 DeLaSalle 0 Rice 7 St. Rita 0

Rice 7 Leo 0

Rice 2 St. Laurence 5

Marist-Brother Rice Classic Rice 13 Marist 2

Front Row: Thad Sochacki, Lamont Fletcher, Bill Zerinskas, Allan Howard, Dan Brownfield. Jesse Goytia

Back Row: Jason Vanna, Cliff Seaton, Jeff Enriquez, John Geisbush, Andy Corlewski, Coach Petrak

"Bowlers deserve more respect. Coach Petrak does an amazing job year in and year out."

James Creed '98

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Bowling

Bill Zerinskas throws what he hopes will be a strike.

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"Despite many injuries, we stuck together as a team and came together as a whole: I'm proud of our season."

VARSITY

Rice v St. Rita - L Rice v Gordon Tech - L Rockford Duels - W,W,W Rice v Bogan - W Rice v St. Joseph - W

Rice v St. Francis de Sales - W Rice Duels - W,W,W

Rice v Lane Tech - L

Rice v Lake View - W Rice v Mt. Carmel - L

Rice v Weber - W

Rice v Bishop McNamara - L Rice v St. Laurence - L Rice v De La Salle - L Rice v Morton - L

Rice v Reavis - L

Rice v Kenwood - W

Final Standings 12 wins, 9 losses

Mike Dennis '99

Brent Annen gets his opponent in a leg lock.

Varsity Wrestling

Front Row: Gerry Shannon, Ryan O'Malley, Brent Annen, Matt McNulty, Mike Dennis, Paul Stankiewicz, Dan Ricthie

Back Row: Coach Hopkins, Will Sadek, Matt Earner, Brendan Butler, Brandon Malinowski, Dave Sullivan, Pat Thomas, Jim Battaglia, Coach Porgio, Coach Stole

WRESTLING

The 1997 wrestling program was highlighted with much success. Much needed senior leadership was provided by captains Matt Earner, Gerry Shannon, and Brendan Butler as well as by Mike Dennis and Brent Annen. Finishing with a 12-9 record, they collected three victories each in the Rockford and Rice duels. Juniors Ryan O'Malley and Dan Ritchie stepped up to contribute to the varsity.

The frosh-soph team finished an incredible run with an 11-1 record. With tough wins over Mt. Carmel and st. Laurence, the team let the league know what they were about. They finished

in the Catholic League to Providence, and two grapplers won first place league individual honors: Matt McNulty and Paul Stankiewicz. Second place finishers included Dan Kovats, Ed Doody, and Steve Cozzie; Marty Butler took third place.

With an abundance of talent and with the help of Coach Hopkins and Coach Porgio, the team capped off an exciting and successful season.

Timothy Bracken '99

Above Left: George Terrell wrestles his opponent to the mat.

Above Right: Brendan Butler pins his opponent to the floor.

Right: J.V. Wrestling

Front Row: Mike Morlan, Mike Mcl.eod, Zak Sadek, Pat McNally, Steve Paluch, John Mathius

Second Row: Dan Malloy, Matt Kovats, Javaris Pratt, Jim Esposito

Back Row: Coach Stole, Jonathan Chibicki, Dan Kovats Bob Mosel, James Meehan, Alex Comminos, Coach Porgio

Dan Kovats focuses on the beginning of the match.

Coached by Bill Murphy and Keith Dombkowski, the 1997-98 Crusader swimming and diving team had an up and down year, but finished with a third place performance at Catholic League and a gutty second place finish at the important Sectional meet.

Key Frosh/Soph performances were given by Tom Walsh, Mike Hague and Brad Smith in swimming and Brad Miller in diving. The varsity team received strong swims from sophomore Sean Murphy, juniors Ely Calero, David Lozano, Dermont McGuire, Steven Rowe, and seniors Ernes-

to Diaz, Federico Garcia, Wally Nied, Jason Woodward, and double IHSA State Qualifier John Holton. Diver Josh Mourillion, injured during theseason, added his usual important high spirited attitude to the team.

Best times were recorded by all at the Sectionals, with Jason Woodward missing the State qualifing time by a proverbial whisker.

The team highlight for the season was the incredible comeback win at Schaumburg Relays. Having no divers at the meet, the Crusaders went into the swim-

Above Left: Luis Calderon looks to hit the perfect dive.

Above Right: Jason Woodward catches his breath after sprinting the race.

Left: J.V. Swimming

Front Row: George Nugent, Brad Smith, Max Oliva, Tom Walsh, Tony Flores. Beto Garcia

Second Row: Sean Murphy, Tim Gustutson, Brian Zofkie, Dan Miller, Mike Hauge. Ryan Coffey. Roger Garcia. Matt Shine

Back Row: Fransisco Gonzalez. Brian Dalton. Rick Crain. William Kyles, Mike Alvarez, Paul Sketrich, Luis Calderon, Ed Hammer

ming portion of the competition with no points. But, the momentum shifted after a true "crusader like" win in the two by 500 yard relays event by the team of Calero and Holton. The Crusaders went on to winn the next five events, overtaking Hinsdale and Schaumburg, for their seventh consecutive team title. It was a stirring Crusader team victory that will be remembered by all!

John Holton '98

"The team really came together by the end of the season, and together we were able to achieve more."

John Holton '98

Varsity
Rice 74 Loyola 108
Rice 123 St. Rita 41
Rice 114 Mt. Carmel 46
Arrowhead Invitational
2nd place
Rice 109 St. Ignatius 71
Rice 69 Lake Central 114
Rice 71 Fenwick 113
Schamburg Relays I st place
Rice 87 Sanburg 97
Chicago Catholic League
3rd Sectional 2nd
Evanston Invitational 6th place Varsity Swimming

Front Row: Sean Murphy, Chris Murphy, Tom Walsh, Frederico Garcia, Brad Smith

Second Row: Coach Dombkowski, Luis Diaz, Jason Woodward, Wally ied, Brad Miller, Mike Hague

Back Row: Steve Rowe, ick White, Rick Gambia, John Holton, Ernesto Diaz, Ryan Coffey, David Lozano

Swimming

"We weren't fazed by the three losses to Fenwick durig the regular season; we just came back to beat them at State to bring the trophy home."

Sean Murphy '00

Varsity Waterpolo Rice 18 Morgan Park 5 Rice 20 St. Rita 7 Rice 9 Fenwick 10 Rice 17 Loyola 4 Rice 23 Lyons 5 Rice 22 Mt. Carmel 2 Brother Rice Tournament 1st place Rice 20 St. Rita 11

Rice 21 New Trier 12 Rice 12 St. Pat's 5 Rice 15 Fenwick 6 Rice 21 Oak Park 6

Catholic League 2nd

place

Rice 20 St. Rita 11 Rice 7 Fenwick 11 Rice 20 Waubonsie

Valley 2

St. Pat's Tournament 2nd place

Rice 14 Oak Park 10

Rice 12 Loyola 8 Rice 16 St. Pat's 3 Rice 5 Fenwick 8 State Tournament

Champions Rice 21 York 11 Rice 15 Latin 4 Rice 15 Mundelein 5 Rice 9 Fenwick 8

Varsity Waterpolo

Front Row: Dan Miller. Federico Garcia. Coach Jim "Moose" Mulcrone, Ernesto Diaz, Sean Murphy

Second Row: Beto Garcia. Wally Nied, Peter Cabo. Luis Diaz, Justin Watrobka, Jason Woodward. David Lozano

Back Row: Brian Dalton. Chris Murphy. John Holton. Ely Calero. Brad Miller. Brad Smith. Paul Bojko .• Steve Rowe. Tom Walsh. Roger Garcia

WATERPOLO

Picture it.. the State Championship game ..... After rallying back in the fourth quater, the score is tied with less than ten seconds to play. The ball is tossed into the hole, but quickly thrown back out. There is the final shot and the ball skips into the net right under the arm of the Fenwick goalie to give Brother Rice the lead and the State Championship. This gamewinning shot, by Luis Diaz, was the perfect ending to a nail-biting championship game and an exciting water polo season. It was a true team effort with the entire starting team of Cabo, Diaz, Garcia Holton, Murphy, and Wood-

ward scoring goals. Much needed support was given by Juniors Ely Calero, Luis Diaz, David Lozano, Chris Murphy, Justin Watrobka, and Sophomore Sean Murphy. The team finished the season with a record of 19 and 3.

The J.V. team, coached by Frank Mulcrone and Osbaldo Ramierz concluded an outstanding undefeated regular season with a spectacular win against Fenwick to become Chicago Catholic League Champions. Sophomores Brad Miller, Dan Miller, Brad Smith, and Freshmen Beta Garcia, and Roger Garcia led the team throughout the season.

Above Left: Peter Cabo aims for a goal. Above Right: Justin Watrobka looks for an assist.

J.V. Waterpolo

Front Row: Sean Murphy, Paul Bojko, Dan Miller

Middle Row: Brad Miller, Mike Alvarez, Tom Walsh, Rich Crain, Brian Dalton, Coach Frank Molcrone, Coach Ramirez

Back Row: Max Olivo, Roger Garcia, Mike Hague, Brad Smith, Tim Gustafson

Brother Rice was notably recognized at the All-State banquet. Peter Cabo, Fererico Garcia, and Luis Diaz were named First Team All-State. Ernesto Diaz and Jason Woodward were awarded Second Team All-State. Third Team All-State was given to Sean Murphy while John Holton was awarded All-State Honorable Mention. Varsity Coach Jim Mulcrone was named Illinois Swimming Association Coach of the Year.

John Holton '98

Frosh Volleyball

Front Row: Coach Bergstedt, Bill Gleason, Jim Knightly, Mike Fleishman, Tony Ceja, Dominic Rizzo

Second Row: Sean Casey, George Nugent, Adam Berkowicz, Jeff Madden, Ryan Sullivan

Back Row: George Peterson, John Wiora, Matt Shine, Brendan Duffner, Dan Ryan, Tim Carroll

Sophomore Volleyball

Front Row: Jerry Lavery, Chris Nakutis, Brian Zofkie, Adam Clemens, John Hannon

Second Row: Tim Beluk, Mark Gabalewicz, Tom Becker, Tom Carmody, Jack Kielbasa

Back Row: Ms. Schissler, Derrick Gabalewicz, Dan Pineda, Mike Morlan, Bill Richards

The Crusader Volleyball program has had extraordinary success in its short existence, and this year was no different. The team was perfectly chosen with five Seniors for leadership and seven Juniors for talent. Every player on the team contributed to the team's success, and each victory was a team effort.

The team finished the Catholic League season with a record of 11 wins and 3 losses, earning them second place. Their overall record included 18 wins, 13 losses, and 1 tie. The team played the hardest schedule in the program's history and, although. their record was not exactly perfect, they played good all year.

Big victories came over Loyola, Mt. Carmel, and Marist, but with them came heart breaking losses aganst Providence, Oak Lawn, and Naperville Central.

"Although the team failed to live up to their preseason state rank of seven, they did play their hardest and did leave it all on the court," said Dan Sanders.

Sean Collins '99

"The varsity volleyball team this year has the most talent that this program has ever seen.

Every game we played, if we didn't come out on top, we gave the other teams a run for their money."

Dan Sanders '98

Varsity Volleyball

Front Row: Keith Gutierrez, Craig Mitchell, Rich Hudec, Nick Toth

Second Row: Coach Dwyer, Josh Lopez, Sean Collins, Bryan Kelly, Coach Br. Ices

Back Row: Dan Sanders, Matt Campbell, Dave Neberieza, and P.j. Vaughan

Sean Collins digs the ball while Dave

ebrieza and Dan Sanders look on.

VOLLEYBALL

Varsity Volleyball

Rice v. St. Francis de Sales 15-4, 15-8, W

Marist Tournament: Rice v.

Richards 14-16, 15-2, 15-12, W Marist Tournament: Rice v.

Lincoln Way 9-15, 15-13, 8-15, L Rice v. Marist 15-9, 15-7, W Rice v. Downers Grove South 16- 14, 7-15, 13-15, L

Rice v. Stagg 12-15, 6-15, L Rice v. De La Salle 15-8, 15-6, W Rice v. Weber 15-1, 15-4, W Rice v. Marist 10-15, 15-3, 5-15, L

Rice v. St. Ignatius 15-2, 15-3, W Barrington Tournament: Rice v.

Barrington 15-4, 15-8, W Barrington Tournament: Rice v. Naperville North 13-15, 10-15, L Barrington Tournament: Rice v.

St. Viator 6-15, 15-4, T

Rice v. Gordon Tech 15-5, 15-1 r, W

Rice v. Illiana Christian 15-5, 15- 8, W

Rice v. St. Rita 15-7, 15-11, W Rice v. Stagg 5-15, 14-16, L Rice v. Mt. Carmel 25-23, 15-3, W

Rice v. Loyola Academy 8-15, 15-7, 15-10, L

Rice v. St. Laurence 15-11, 15-4, W

Lincoln-Way Tournament: Rice v. Maine East 13-15, 15-13, 15- 10, W Lincoln-Way Tournament: Rice v. Stagg 10-15, 6-15, L

Rice v. Shepard 15-9, 12-15, 15- 8,W

Rice v. Naperville North 15-9, 15-8, W

Rice v. Lincoln-Way 11-15,15- 12, 15-8, L

Rice v. Providence 14-16, 5-15, L Rice v. Oak Lawn 6-15, 7-15, L Rice v. Naperville Central 6-15, 15-11,8-15, L

Catholic League Tournament:

Rice v. St. Ignatius 15-4, 15-11, W

Rice v. De La Salle 15-6, 15-9, W Rice v. Loyola Academy 4-15, 15-9, 15-13, W

Catholic League Tournament:

Rice v. Providence 4-15, 15-4, 7- 15,L

Varsity Tennis

Rice 1 Mt. Carmel 4 Oak Park Invitational 6th of 8

Rice 2 St. Ignatius 3 Rice 1 Homewood Flossmoor 6

Rice 4 Marian Catholic 3 Rice 6 St. Laurence 1 Rice 1 Reavis 6

Rice 2 Fenwick 3 Homewood Flossmoor Invitational 4th of 8 Evanston 3rd of 4 Centennial 9th of 16 Rice 2 Loyola 3

Rice 5 Gordon Tech 0

Varsity Tennis Crusader Classic tied for

Front Row: Mike Weliczko, Joshua Mercer, Matt McKevitt, Tom McCarthy, Matt 1st of 4

Olenak, Kevin Thomas, Kevin Moran, Lawrence Strong, Adam Uza, Dave Banik Rice 6 Chicago Christian

Back Row: Coach Grogan, Giancarlo Mira, Ramon Zevallos, Russ Regan, Dan 0

Lynch, Will Gorga, Edgar Goluch, John Knizner, Erik Moskavicz Catholic League

Championships 3rd of 11 State Sectionals 2nd of 9

"We played well; even though we lost some games, we still came out.

as Crusaders."

John Knizner '98

Members of the tennis team

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tions from

Coach McCann during practice.

Above Left: Ramon Zevallos hits the ball to his opponent during a match.

Above Right: Kevin Thomas hits the ball back to his opponent.

Left: FreshjSoph Tennis

Front Row: Peter Perack, Francisco Herrera, Joe Dinaso, John Stack

Back Row: Coach McCann, Tim Prendergast, Mike Tetrev, Kelly Reardon, Randall Slaton

This year the tennis team has had much success and has broken the 500 mark with their record of 69-68. They have had many successful matches against stronger teams and have prevailed throughout the season with the help of Coach Grogan. Coach Grogan has been proud to have coached such a fine team. He describes the team's work throughout the year as, "terrific. "

Three members of the tennis team were named All Catholic League. Tom McCarthy placed 3rd in Catholic League, while doubles team Giancarlo Mira

and Lawrence Strong placed 2nd. Tom McCarthy has also been named as a state qualifer. The team and the coaches are all proud of what they have accomplished this year, making this truly a season to remember.

Ed Fudacz '99

The team holds their rackets together after a practice.

"The track team sought for the will they needed to compete and ran wi th heart."

Varsity Track

St. Joseph Indoor Classic 1st of 18 teams Catholic League Indoor Championship 3rd of 13 teams Hillcrest Hawk Classic 3rd of 13 teams Tinley Park Relays 3rd of 10 teams Catholic League Outdoor Championship 3rd of 14 teams

IHSA Sectional Meet 8th out of 17 teams Cliff Seaton State Qualifer Triple Jump.

Bill Bruno '00

Varsity Track

Front Row: Tim Kinsella, Brian Funk, Dan Foreman, jeff Schultz, Ed Hasty, Marty Maloney, Nick O'Connor, Scott Staros, Ed Burton, Miguel Alfaro

Second Row: Coach Gleeson, Brandon Weaver, Mark Deskovich, Cliff Seaton, Kevin Crowe, Ken Flaherty, Brian Stahl, Mike Cavato, Kevin Dalton, Matt Daniher

Third Row: Chris Edgerton, Tom Driscoll, Chris Knox, Pat Thomas, Tom McBride, Mike Archie, Tim Hornik, Tom Kuziela, Andy Palla

Back Row: Coach Molenda, Coach Theis, Ryan Muldoon, Bill Martin, Mac Fleming, Tim Monahan, Gabe Wright, jim Battaglia, Chris Asbury, joe Grimes, Coach Stiglic

Track

Kevin Crowe attempts a long jump.

After peaking as a team with a 3rd place finish at the Chicago Catholic League Championships, the varsity track squad capped a rocky season by failing to place at the Sectional meet.

The team, led by Junior captains Joe Grimes, Mike Archie, Mike Cava to, Mac Fleming, and Senior captain Cliff Seaton, could not manage to find their rhythm throughout its long season.

The team was talented enough, but lacked senior leadership and consistency. "We could have done really well, but we never seemed to get on a roll," said Mike Cavato. Senior Cliff Seaton, taking second in the Sectionals for the triple jump, is

the only Crusader going downstate.

Morgan Leslie '99

ve Left: Track members st and pose for a photo after a

meet.

Above Right: Roberto Gonzalez prepares to throw the discus.

Frosh-Soph Track

Front Row: Brendan Ford, Vic Tassone, John Schull, Brandon Moore, Ben Peden, Kevin Coleman, Nick Romo, Pat Chambers, Dan Gray, Mike Hosty, Brian Carter, Brian Carey, Jose Alvarez, Bill O'Connor

Second Row: John Mathius, Tom Panfil, Chris Cesaro, Ivan Strcic, Ed Griffin, Jourdan Sorrell, Ryan Balsewich, Bill Bruno, Greg Potter, Vic Yanz, Tony Dwyer, Dan Wnek., John Sexton, Brian Funk, Jon Chibicki

Third Row: Mark Yore, Pat Kennedy, Nate Johnson, Jon Perfecto, Roberto Gonzalez, Will Sadek, Steve Gilligan, Hector Guitterez, Chris Sosnowski, Chris Robinson, Jim Sullivan, Jim Poole, John Jankowski

Back Row: John Thorton, Dan Cis ton, Bill Dwyer, Chris Duckhovi~, Tom Biancotto, Mike Wazio, Brian Sterk, Tony Montagano, Chris Wieczorek, Bill Banks, Brian Hunt, Brian Johnson, Kevin McDonough, George Klut, Louis Calderon

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"No one player wins the game, and no one pla yer looses the game."

Coach Petrak

Varsity Baseball Rice 9 Reavis 0 Rice 2 Hubbard 0 Rice 14 Harlan 1 Rice 13 Chicago

Christian 1

Rice 11 Oak Lawn 0 Rice 0 Lyons Township 3

Rice 2 Lyons Township 5

Rice 1 Evergreen Park 0 Rice 14 Gordon Tech 7 Rice 11 Leo 1

Rice 6 Bishop Mac 7 Rice 6 Fenwick 4 Rice 14 Hales 1 Rice 2 Bishop Mac 6 Rice 9 Loyola 4 Rice 13 Hales 2 Rice 1 DeLaSalle 7

Rice 3 St. Rita 4 Rice 11 Weber 0 Rice 3 St. Ignatius 5 Rice 6 St. Francis de Sales 0

Rice 4 St. Francis de

Sales 3

Rice 8 St. Laurence 9 Rice 2 Mt. Carmel 4 Rice 6 Providence 8

Rice 1 Providence 21

Varsity Baseball

Front Row: Kevin Russell, Joe Hayden, Tom Ventrice, Thad Sochacki

Second Row: Nick Zywica, Kevin Badke, Matt Wilmot, Steve Scott, Dan Harrigan, Kevin Clam

Back Row: Coach Johansson, Coach Uraski, Dominic Lascola, Don Shaughnessy, Dan Casey, Hal Prohaska. Coach Petrak

Baseball

Kevin Clam and Dominic Lascola discuss a play with Coach Uraski.

Above Right: Curt Andrews prepares to make a catch.

Right: Steve Scott makes a dive for the plate.

Below Right: Coach Petrak and Steve Scott discuss a play during practice. <

The team consists of five seniors, a few juniors, and the sophomores. Head Coach Cliff Petrak and assistant coaches Mr. Antos and Mr. Uraski are trying to accomplish as much as possible with this relatively inexperienced team.

The tri-captains of the team are seniors Dominic Lascola, Hal Prohaska, and Kevin Badke. The leading pitchers are sophomores Mat Wilmot and Kevin Clam. The leading hitters are Badke with a .419 average, Don Shaughnessy with a .417 average, and Lascola with a .394 average.

"Badke is the vocal leader of the team. He likes to talk and has been seen patting a guy on the back or kicking him in the pants, whatever is needed," said Coach Petrak. "They played very well this year, although there were concerns at the beginning of the year," stated Coach Uraski.

Mike Pavic '98

Above Left:

Right: Francisco Gonzalez prepares to throw his pitch.

Above Right: Ryan a 'Reilley waits for a chance [0 steal a base.

Freshman Baseball

Front Row: Dave Heimberg, Brian Prosapio, Josh Odelson, Randy Schwartz, Bob Mosel, Ryan O'Reilly, Mike McCloud

Second Row: Ray Monahan, Kyle Shimmick, Kevin Boudreau, Colin McCormick, Zac Sadek, Mike Brow, Ken Keselica, Tim Burke

Back Row: Coach Findysz, Matt DeCeault, Jeff Mercado, Bill eary, Joe Colander, Matt Kotheimer, Coach Eber

Skill, dedication, teamwork, contributing his all, success was and just plain love of the game. inevitable. These dedicated athThese are the qualities that the letes and coaches devoted their Brother Rice Sophomore Base- individual time and effort for the ball team carried with them, sake of the whole team. If you helping them to have a success- ask any members of the team for ful season. They started off by a couple of words to sum up the winning their first seven games, season, his response would be undoubtedly due to their hard the tiny phrase that they repeatwork and training in the pre- ed in every huddle, before and season. They continued their after every game, and between strong play through the rest of every inning: "No Limit."

the year, concluding the season

with a final record of 17-6. The Mike Kolosh '00

Freshman team had a tough sea-

son with an overall record of 9-

12, but enjoyed every minute

that they played.

With each member of the team •

"Together we worked as a team, and each person contributed to every game. We found that there was "No Limit" to what we could achieve."

Mike Kolosh '00

Sophomore Baseball

Front Row: Kevin Ryan. Bob Kaczmarczyk. Mike Kolosh, Curt Andrews, Francisco Gonzalez

~ Second Row: Joe Zoczek, Dan Szmergalski, Jim Tock, Ed Braden, Bob Slawson Back Row: Pat Carter, Dan Harrigan. Joe Charles, Mike Barry, Jeff Hironimus, Rick Prange, Coach Smyth

FROSHjSOPH BASEBALL

Joe Zacek prepares to throw a pitch.

H hat unifies the students of Brother Rice? What keeps them together? What helps them unite in order to achieve an overall goal?

When first looked upon, Br. Rice appears to he a divided institution. There is a mix of many ethnic backgrounds throughou t the school. There is also a great variation in the types of people and in the likes and dislikes of these people. The students come from different communities in the city and suburbs. There are even various religious backgrounds, although it is a Catholic school. It seems to an outsider that there is no way that any unity could be

Students come together to form a unified community.

achieved in this environment.

On the outside, variation in the types of people and in their interests would appear to hamper unity. Someone might be a star athlete, a scholar, great musician, or just an allaround nice guy, but they are tied together as Br. Rice students. They all endure the everyday aspects of Br. Rice from math class to gym class and from religion to the cafeteria food fights. They learn in class as well as from the lessons of their classmates. These students of Br. Rice are united as learning

communities. Forming learning communities is the next step toward unification.

Although from the exterior, Br.

Rice appears to b a divided school, it is our differences that bind us together. We are also bound together by our pride in our school. Our "Rice Pride" applies to the classes, to the sports teams, to the clubs and organizations, and most importantly to each other as human beings. Students corne together to form a community that learns together, lives together, and prays together. So what does unify the students of Br. Rice? The question answers itself.

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Freshman year marks one of the most dramatic changes in the lives of young men. After standing on top of the world a year before, a decline takes place and suddenly they are at rock bottom. Before the year started, they thought they knew everything and that nothing could stop them, but high school started and it was time for a change. They walked the halls and suddenly they had everything to learn and everybody was in their way. During this difficult year, through common threads, a fellowship was formed. Education and Rice Pride overwhelmed them, and they were now full pledged members of the Brother Rice family. Through these common threads, friendships were born, rivalries began, experiences were shared, and together they grew into future school leaders.

Chris Przybylski makes a catch on the fishing club outing.

Joshua Adeszko Jose Alexandri Matthew Allen Adam Altenbach . Adam Al varado Jose AI varez

Michael Alvarez

Brad Anderson Deandre Anderson Kyle Annerino Matthew Apanavicius Timothy Arena

Andres Arenas Tomas Asllanaj David Bachler Jose Barragan Timonthy Barry Matthew Bauer

Adam Berkowicz Mark Bieganski John Bielecki

Pa u I Bollinger Kevin Boudreau Thomas Bour

Steve Brandenburger Robert Brdar Raymond Bronski Michael Brow

Randy Brown Michael Bruno

John Bryar Matthew Buckley Patrick Buending James Burke Patrick Burke Timothy Burke

John Burton Brian Buttron Luis Calderon Sergio Calderon Raul Cano Brian Carey

Sean Carey Timothy Carroll Brian Carter Michael Cascio Sean Casey Anthony Ceja

Patrick Chambers Robert Chambers Jarvis Chandler Dorsey Chappell James Coghlan Joseph Colander

Timothy Colander Ryan Colby Kevin Coleman Alexander Comminos Brian Conrad Patrick Conway

Colin Cook Robert Copp Michael Coyle Phillip Crivellone Rey Cruz Carl Cuevas

Eugene Cuttitta Brian Dalton Matthew Daly Robert Davie Clarence Davis Marc Davis

On the way up

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Matthew Deceault Michael Defranco Anthony Deprima

Michael Devries Daniel Diaz John Dignan

joseph Dinaso Brian Dixon joseph Dovalina Christopher Duckhorn Brendan Duffner Matthew Duffy

Brian Dugan James Duignan Marc Dunworth David Duran Matthew Duszak Kevin Edgeworth

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men participate in Religion class.

Michael Fary Mark Feigl Patrick Finerty Leo Finn james Flannery

Michael Fleischman

Ryan Fleming Sean Fleming Darcy Folliard Brendan Ford

jason Foster Nicholas Franklin

Brian Funk

Kyle Gaffney Paul Galan Douglas Gallian Joel Galvan, Jr. Heriberto Garcia

Kyle Garmes Matthew Giliberto William Gleeson Ricardo Godinez Ryan Gorny Jonathan Grella

Anthony Griffin Brian Grote Theodore Gruenwald Randall Grzenia

Juan Guanajualo, Jr. Patrick Gue

Victor Guevara Miguel Gutierrez Alessio Guzman Michael Hague Edward Hammer David Hanley

Robert Hardcastle Brian Hardy Charles Harper Rayfield Harrell, Jr. Michael Hasty Matthew Heeney

David Heimberg Manuel Hernandez Francisco Herera Brian Hickey Matthew Hill

Eric Hi! tner

A freshman swims during P.E. class.

Aaron Hogan Brian Holtz Michael Hosty Matthew Houze John Huber Brian Hunt

Cemal Jackson Matthew James Gary Jankowski Jason Jaskulski Demarius Jones Ashraf Kakish

Eugene Kazacki Kieran Kelliher Kenneth Keselica, Jr. George Klut

James Knightly Steven Kolodzinski

Michael Korwin Brian Kostanski Matthew Kotheimer Matthew Kovats George Kraynak John Krystof

Steven Krzysiak Stanley Kus, Jr. Robert Kusel Craig Laidlaw Christopher Laux Ryan Lawler

Adam Leser Michael Lewis Matthew Linane Daniel Liston James Lombardi Robert Long Michael Lucarelli

A student types his paper in Keyboarding class.

Freshmen take a break from Spanish class to be the subject of our photo.

Freshman Brian Kaslanski and his dale Andrea gel ready for the dance.

Jeffrey Ludden Brendan MacKinnon Jeff Madden Michael Malinowski Daniel Malloy Matthew Maples

Michael Martin Marcial Martinez James Marzullo John Mathius Jonathon Mayden Jesse McCann

Matthew McCarthy Thomas McCarthy Colin McCormick Kevin McCormick Kevin McDonough Justin McIver

Michael McLeod

eil McMahon James McNulty P.J. Mendis David Mendoza Jeffery Mercado

Daniel Meske Christopher Miernicki Richard Miller Raymond Monahan Stephen Moniuszko Anthony Montagano, Jr.

Ryan Moroz Robert Mosel Kevin Moss Rohert Mullaney James Mulligan Derek Mulqueen

Daniel Murphy Marc Mussellman Edward Musto

William Neary James icky Gregory Noha

Matthew Noonan Timothy Noonan Arthur North

George Nugent William O'Connor Joshua Odelson

Freshmen become acquainted with the writing lab.

Freshman Survey

What do most of the freshmen do when they get home from school?

Watch TV-21%

Do homework-20% Sleep-24% Reading-8%

Sports/Going out with friends-34%

What professional sport do most of the freshmen watch?

I NHL-18%

NBA-39%

NFL-28%

PGA-l1%

Tennis and Soccer·4%

Where do most of the freshmen live? Chicago-45%

Oak Lawn-15%

Evergreen-9%

Ml. Greenwood-9% PaJos/Orland/lndiana-22%

A freshman comes up for a breath and a photo.

(Below) Frosh-Soph swim team participates in a competition. (Right) Brother Carty talks to a freshman waiting at the deans' office.

Daniel O'Donnell Richard Oehme II Camacxtle Olivo John Olvera Ryan O'Reilly

Lauro Orozco, Jr.

Leonel Ortega Jaime Ortiz Ronald Padalino Daniel Palacios

Steven Paluck Leo Pappalas Jeffrey Partacz Michael Patton Marko Pavic

James Pembroke Peter Percak Gabriel Perez Ricardo Perez

Antonio Perkins

Kevin Peters George Peterson Alessandro Picciolini Richard Pierzynski icholas Pipala

Adam Pirman

Christopher Pizarro James Poole Andrew Popielec [avaris Pratt Anthony Presbitero Brian Prosapio

Christopher Przybylski Justin Radziewicz

John Regan

Eric Reschke

Justin Rex

Adam Reyes

Steven Reyes Matthew Ribikawskis Dominic Rizzo Arturo Rodriguez Marine Rodriguez Chad Roeske

Nick Romo takes a break from studying in the Library to pose for a photo.

Freshmen run in gym class.

Nicholas Romo Ricardo Ruiz

Daniel Ryan Zachary Sadek

Martin Saldana Reynaldo Salgado Joe Sangster

Anthony Sasak Kristian Schmidt-Stang Elih ue Schofield

James Schultz Keith Schwartz Randall Schwartz John Sexton Patrick Sharpe Matthew Shine

Kyle Shinnick Michael Siedlecki Paul Skertich Randall Slaton Anthony Smith, Jr. Blaise Steele

Jamaal Steward John Strabel James Sullivan, Jr. Ryan Sullivan Joseph Tassone David Thomas

John Thornton Gabriel Tornero Joseph Treacy Todd Triller

Erik Vaitkus Rigoberto Valencia

Brent Valentino Thomas Walazek Brendan Walsh Thomas Walsh Joseph Ward Damian Warshall

Tyrone Washington Joshua Watson Thomas Watts Timothy Weatherby Richard Weher Brian Weg

Clifford Wells

Brian Wheeler

William Whirity Christopher Wieczorek Mark Wilkey

Anthony Williams

Leonard Willis Larry Wilson Timothy Winters John Wiora Frederick Woods Michel Yniguez

Mark Yore Francisco Zamora

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Anthony Adamczyk Patrick Adema Robert Aderman Marco Alvarez

Kurt Andrews Anthony Apanavicius

Victor Aranda Carlos Arroyo Michael Augle Ralph Bal

Jason Baloun Ryan Balsewich

William Banks Antonio Barrera Michael Barry Christopher Baylis Thomas Becker Raymond Belcher

Timotby Belcik Thomas Berry David Bertling Timothy Best Thomas Bianciotto Stanley Bielawski

Paul Bojko Jeffrey Boudreau Jason Bracken Sherman Braden Bill Bruno Jeffrey Bucina

Ryan Bush Martin Butler Isaac Butron Brendan Cahill Daniel Calderon Jorge Calderon

Joseph Cambria Gary Caponigro Carl Carandang Luigi Cardella Thomas Carmody James Carroll

The class of 2000 has accomplished a major feat by overcoming the rank of freshmen and adding another patch to Brother Rice's quilt in the 1997-98 school year. By this, the sophomores are asked to add their individual thread to the stitching, making sure that the patch they have created remains strong with the rest of the quilt. These threads can be an infinite amount of things. Whether it is a remarkable gift or talent or just a person's presence in school, they all add a common thread to the stitching of Brother Rice.

umerous accomplishments by the class of 2000 show that they are helping complete the Brother Rice quilt. These achievements, such as doing a major research paper or learning geometry or completing physical education, all demonstrate how the accomplishments allow for the entire student to be complete.

Even though there may be a few sophomores who achieve more academically or athletically than their classmates, it is the contributions of all that allow for the strength and importance of keeping those common threads strong.

Sophomores in Mrs. Hall's English class demonstrate a typical Puritan child's game of "Blind Man's a lesson for The Scarlet Letter.

Patrick Carter Daniel Casey Jose Castillo Christian Cesaro Julius Chaidez Joseph Charles

Michael Charnota Daniel Chavez Jonathan Chibicki John Choinacki Michael Chuffo Kevin Clam

Anthony Clarizio Adam Clemens Kevin Cleofe Ryan Coffey Ryan Collins Brandon Conerly

Justin Costello Michael Covotos Steven Cozzie Ricky Crain William Curta Michael Daniher

Pa trick Darling Joseph Delcorse Michael Demars Nicholas Denny Bradley Dixon Kevin J. Doherty

Kevin W. Doherty Edward Doody Christopher Dospoy Robert Driscoll Martin Drumm Anthony Dwyer

Kevin Dwyer William Dwyer George Echols Carlos Enciso James Esposito Ryan Estand

James Famera Daniel Favela Todd Feitl

Joseph Fernandez James Finn Gregory Flood

Bernie Flores Dustin Flores John Foran Joseph Forbes Robert Formella Marco Foster

Michael Foster Derrick Gabalewicz Mark Gahalewicz Jason Garcia Andrew Gierut Steven Gilligan

Kevin Goeppner Manuel Gomez Daniel Gonzalez Francisco Gonzalez Roberto Gonzalez Eric Gordon

Mr. Sichelski helps Caesar Torres with his drawing.

Stephen Gorski Allen Graber Etoriano Green Vincent Greene Edward Griffin Matthew Gronski

Michael Gruener Timothy Gustafson Hector Gutierrez Timothy Hajec Steven Hall

Duane Hanacek

Daniel Hanley John Hannon ill Luke Hanusiak Daniel Harrigan Joseph Hayden Matthew Hayes

Coach Al-

berts discusses

the next play with his team during a time out.

Daniel Heinzel Andrew Henderson Thomas Hennigan Joseph Herman

AJ Hernandez

Matthew Himmelmann

Jeffrey Hironimus Sidney Holmes Keith Howell Marty Hynes John Jankowski Joseph [ogmen

Brian johnson Nathaniel johnson Matthew jones James jurish

Eric Kabellis

Robert Kaczmarczyk

Adam Keene

John Kelly

Patrick Kennedy jack Kielbasas james Klockowski Jeffrey Kolb

Kevin Kollpainter Michael Kolosh

Daniel Kovats

Ryan Krafthefer Thomas Krasneck Christopher Krygowski

Michael Kwain William Kyles Brad Lauderdale Gerald Lavery Frank Lettiere Marcus Lewis

William Leyden john Ligda Michael Limon Daniel Lynch Luke Lyons Todd Madsen

Arthur Mahl Alex Maljan Neill Malone Colm Marron Zacjary Martin Erasto Ma rtinez

Lorenzo Martinez Richard Martinez Christopher Mason Muhammad Matariyeh James Mcaloon Matthew McCarthy

Timothy McDonald Patrick McGarry William McGehee Patrick McInerney Patrick McNally Matthew McNulty

Matt Mc ully and Bill Leyden take a break during Spanish class.

Michael Mulryan Sean Murphy

Timothy Murphy Peter Muzereus

James Meehan Zeno Mehas Felix Mejia

David Melicharek Saul Mendez Bradley Miller

Daniel Miller David Milton Giancarlo Mira Richard Modla John Montalto Jose Montes

Michael Moriarty Juan Morin

Michael Morlan Christopher Moskaites Jonathan Moskaites Brian Muhr

Christopher Nakutis Matthew Neibert Chris eumann

Erick Nickerson Mike Nolan Kevin Nowoc

Dan Zagata, Ruben Wims, Paul Stankawitz, John Rutherford, Bob Paskowski, Kevin Rohan, and )'like Limone study in Religion class.

Michael Nykaza Matthew O'Boyle James O'Brien Daniel O'Brien-Bravi john O'Connell Nicholas Oehmen

Giancarlo Olvera Niall O'Malley Armando Orozco james Oskvarek Thomas Ostrowski john Ott

jon Overton Shaun Padgham Eric Pahl Matthew Paller Thomas Panfil Robert Paskowski

Richard Paszkiet Richard Paturzo Mario Pawinski Benjamin Peden Timothy Pepper Daniel Perez

jonathan Perfecto Brian Petzel

Keith Pietruszynski Michael Pietruszynski Adam Pietrzak

Daniel Peneda

Philip Pipala Michael Pironti jesus Plaslcencia Michael Pochordo Charles Pollack Gregory Potter

Richard Prange Colin Prendergast Timothy Predergast Robert Przybylski Ryan Pucher Christopher Quaid

Patrick Quane Damian Ramos jose Rangel

Kelly Reardon jonathan Relerford Daniel Rerniasz

Brian Retzke Christopher Reyes Pedro Reyes

James Ribikawskis William Richards Edwin Rivadeneira

Christopher Robinson Gerardo Rodriguez Richard Rogers

Kevin Rohan Christopher Rojas Anthony Rovella

Garrick Royster Martin Ruberry Juan Ruiz Kevin Ryan Matthew Ryan William Sadek

Eduardo Sanchez Alexis Santiago james Savaiano Michael Schergen john Schlee Daniel Schuld

Above: Bart Winters, Matt Wilmot, and Mike Wazio read in English class.

Opposite: Dan Casey poses beside of his locker during Dress

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Below: Sean Murphy performs his winning dive that helped the swimming team to an excellent season.

Opposite: Matt Nibert helps with some forms in the main office.

Steve Scott

Joseph Sea

Keith Seper Nathaniel Shannon Jason Shields

Nicholas Shields Brian Siska Robert Slawson Marek Slodyczka Bradley Smith

Thomas Sobon Jourdan Sorrell Christopher Sisnowski William Spee, Jr.

Ryan Spokas

John Stack

Ronald Stacy

Paul Stankiewicz Brian Sterk Johnathan Stewart

Ivaan Strcic

icholas Swiech James Szalko Daniel Szmergalski Victor Tassone

Mark Telander Simon Theodule Brian Thome

Keith Tinsley James Tock orman Tom

Caesar Torres David Toscano David Tracy

Michael Trehey Robert Tuzik Daniel Uptain

Joe Sea, Tom Volk, Mike Wazio, Dan O'BrienBravi, Hector Gutierries, and John Overton take a break from studying Latin to smile at the photographer.

What is your favorite thing about

Brother Rice? <

Sports - 46%

Limitless Opportunity - 16%

Classes - 10%

Unity - 8%

Teachers - 9%

Coaches - 7%

Organizations - 4%

Keith Zavorka, left, and Vic Yanz, no. 11, swarm a Mt. Carmel player.

Alejandro Valadez

John Vandenhende

Rolando Vargas

Brian Siska swings his golf club.

Thomas Ventrice Richard Vera

Nicholas Versetto Carlos Villamil

Thomas Volk Bryan Walthall

Edward Waxmansky Michael Wazio

Above: Mr. Grogan helps Etoriana Green with his computer program.

Opposite: Gerardo Rodriguez battles with a Mt. Carmel player for the soccer ball.

Jason Williams Matthew Wilmot Rubbin Wims

Bartholomew Winters

Daniel Wnek Stephen Woods Gus Xiarhos

Vic Yanz Joseph Zaczek Daniel Zagata

Keith Zavorka Christopher Zimowski Tomas Ziupsnys

Brian Zofke

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Ed Fudacz, Eddie Torba, Jim Madden, Tim Nickless, Mike Malore, and Rico Morelli pose for a picture at the walk-a-then.

Brad Aguirre Miguel Alfaro Paul Alfich Thomas Alonzo

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Luis Alvarez Timothy Annerino Michael Archie Lateef Aryee

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Christopher Asbury Kurt Bakun David Banik Richard Barclay

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James Battaglia Neil Bergeron Gregory Bibeau Brett Bielinski

As juniors prepare to take on a more important role at Brother Rice they must learn to bind togeth~r. However, this goal has already been acheived in their years here. Through stud~nts' interactions throughout their years at Brother Rice, they have learned to bind together in order to create a school atmosphere conducive to learning. The respect gained did not come easy snd the task of leading the school sannot be taken lightly. Now is :he time for the Junior class to show their Rice Pride.

Junior year is the year that creates a new attitude amongst the students. Not only do students grow within school, but also outside of school. Through Christian Service students learn to become disciplined and selfsacrificing. Junior year also makes students more aware of the society around them t~rou~h Kairos and speeches on life Situations such as drug use.

Junior year is the year that stu-

dents can gain the most. Within the classroom, students prepare for coll~ge by putting extra effort into their studies and homework. The hours of study finally payoff w hen you receive those high A.C.T. or S.A.T. scores or get a 4 on the advanced placement test. By putting in the extra time towards schoolwork you can shape the rest of your life. Junior year can make or break a student. What students must do is realize this and take their studies seriosly. By binding toget~er as a community at Brother Rice, students have a support that will carry them through the tough road ahead.

Ed Fudacz '99

Bill Funk gives a presentation at the podium in his history :lass.

George Biggs Blake Biszewski

Thomas Blazer Thomas Bojarowicz

Timothy Bracken Jason Brandt

Patrick Brennan Jeffery Brook Kevin Brown

Sidney Brown jr. Guillermo Buenrostro David Bulvan

Brian Burns Eddie Burton jr. John Busking

Justin Butler Timothy Byrne Jackson Cabauatan

Eleazar Calero Jason Cardona Brian Carey

Dale Caridine Christopher Carney Raul Casales Nolberto Casas

and Shawn Grady conduct an experiment in

class.

Robert Craven Kevin Crowe Kevin Cusick

Daniel Cypser Steven Czerwinski Kevin Dalton

Matthew Daniher Arthur Data ill Howard Davis

Michael Cavato Frank Chaplin Frank Cheers

Steven Chyba Phillip Cirullo James Clarke

Matthew Clarkin Anthony Claudio Sean Collins

Michael Connelly James Corrigan Timothy Cotter

Morgan Leslie, "Eric Westphal, Marty Joyce, and Frank Cheers pose for a photo in front of the Lincoln Monument.

14) Ms. Sheehan 13) Mr. Augustyn 12) Mr. Hackett 11) Mr. Knoell

10) Mr. Richardson 9) Mr. Zabrocki

8) Mr. Duffy

7) Ms. Morrin

6) Br. Haas

5) Mr. Neville 4) Ms. Schissler 3) Br. Toole

2) Mr. Klutchart

and the #1 one most difficult teacher

Mr. Molenda

Kevin Duffner Jason Dyrda Christopher Edgerton

Michael Endzel Luis Escobedo William Fannelli

Patrick Farell John Fech Edward Feliciano

Henry Fleming, Jr. McGlaughthon Fleming III Lamont Fletcher

Jason Davis

Roger Decker Joshua Deering Norman Defranco

Adrian Delbosque Gary Dellorfanello Mark Deskovich Luis Diaz

William Dixon, Jr. Jason Dockery John Doody, Jr. Thomas Dougherty

Paul Dowd Brian Doyle Joseph Drennan Thomas Driscoll

Steve Chyba accepts his ring at the Junior ring mass.

Michael Fennell

. joseph Fitzgerald William Flaherty

Daniel Foreman James Forst Matthew Fournier

Bill Grannes works on a Alg II/Trig assignment.

Brian Fox Ismael Franq ui Raymond Frenden

Edward Fudacz Joshua Fullman William Funk

Richard Gaicki Antonio Galvan, Jr.

Kellen Gamble

Ricardo Gamboa Kevan Gannon Alejandro Garcia, Jr.

Jim Noonan, John Doody, and Chris Carney have a conversation during lunch.

Robert Garcia Fernando Garza

Omar Garza

Morgan Gavin Matthew Geraghty Sergio Godinez

Edgar Goluch Craig Gonciarczyk Brandon Gonzalez

Miguel Gonzalez Jesse Goytia Mark Graca

Sean Grady William Grannes Jordan Green Andrew Gres

Joseph Grimes Keith Guitierrez Michael Hanna Justin Hernandez

Nicholas Hernandez Ruben Herrera Daniel Heywood Joseph Hilburger

Robert Hoitsma Steven Horton Allan Howard

Rich Hudec

Sean Hunt

Michael Hynek Jason Jerousek Charles Jones Martin Joyce

John Karczewski Jeffrey Karr

Bryan Kelly Patrick Kelly Matthew Kisha William Knor Christopher Knox John Kohles Steven Kolodzinski Patrick Koncel

John Konrath James Konstant Brian Kovacs David Kriedemann Carl Kriss

Gerald Kruel Thomas Kuziela Kanon Kysiak

Erik Labudzik Robert Lagoni Terrence Lapage Anthony Lara

John Lee

TJ Lee

Morgan Leslie Michael Levine

Jason Lich tneckert Joseph Linn

Billy Locke

Jose Lopez

Joshua Lopez David Lozano Daniel Lynch

Patrick Lynch Brian Mackinnon James Madden Michael Malone Martin Maloney

Michael Manfredi Richard Marren jovan Martin David Marzec Brian Maske

Mr. Neville's class takes time from their work to pose for a photo.

Thomas McBride Daniel McCabe Kevin McClowry John McCormick Patrick McCormick Matthew McDonough Dermot McGuire Daniel Mcintosh

Matthew McKevitt Matthew McKittrick Timothy McMahon Sam McNeil

Sam McVay Charles Meeban Patrick Meiner Joshua Mercer

Donald Merkle Thomas Merry Asam Michael James Michaels Craig Mitchell Gerry Moloney Kevin Moran America Morelli

Peter O'Reilly Jesus Ortiz Salvador Ortiz

Matthew Paluck Hilmar Paul Christopher Perez

Gerald Petraitis Robert Phelps Martin Philbin

Brian Morley

Phillip Mortimer Erik Moskavicz Jonathon Mrugala Dominick Mrzena Christopher Murphy

Thomas Murray Edgar Navarro Octavian Neamtu Daniel Nichols Timothy Nickless Andrew Nicky

John Nino

James oonan Michael Noonan Darius Norvilas Terrence O'Boyle Joseph O'Connell

icholas O'Connor William O'Connor Matt O'Hearn Matthew Olenak Ryan O'Malley Timothy O'Neill

Above Right: Justin Butler, Phil Rizzo, Fernando Teutli, and Mrs. Nykaza sing during an all school mass.

Left: eil Bergeron, Pa t Lynch, and Asam Michael work together on a subject.

Anthony Piechocki James Pirman Michael Pizur

Tim Polacek eil Prosapio Jason Pursley

John McCormick finishes up an assignment in the library.

Brian Purtell Ruben Rangel Nicholas Redelsperger John Redmond Clayton Reutter Michael Reyes Mark Rhoades Daniel Ritchie

Phillip Rizzo Richard Rodriguez

Eric Roeske Anthony Roman Nicholas Romo Steven Rowe Hector Ruiz

Dan Rummery

Kevin Russell Daniel Sanchez Omar Sanchez William Sanchez Carlos Sandoval Edward Santiago Marcos Sa ucedo Matthew Sedlacek

Michael Shamma Donald Shaughnessy Daniel Shine John Shine Thomas Siefert Jeremy Sikorski James Sivicek Aaron Smith

Steven Spadoni Nicholas Spangelo Demonze Spruiel Brian Stahl

Brian Stankus Scott Staros

Adam Staszewski Mark Stehney

William Stewart Michael Stokes Robert Strickland David Sullivan Joseph Sullivan Daniel Termunde Kevin Terry Fernando Teutli

IN MEMORY

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Don,aId Thomas Kevin Thomas Pat Thomas

Edwin Thullen Ronald Ticer Edward Torba

Frankie Toro Gabriel Torres Bnan Tracy

Dominic Trnka

jacob Vallejo

Da~el Vanderploe Christopher Vanha~en Ruben Vasquez Steven Vereecken Samuel Vergara

Br?dley Wainwright Brian Walsh C~ristofher Walsh Michae Walsh

justin Watrobka Br~ndon Weaver MIchael Weliczko

Eric Westphal W,illiam Whelehan Nicholas White Daniel Williamson Dennis Wills

jon-Paul Witowski Mark

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Jeffrey

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Timothy Wood Gabriel Wright Matthew Yore Rodney Young

James Zimmy NIcholas Zywica

"After this, our lives will lead us many different places, but we will always share a common

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Left: Kevin Whirity receives a pass and looks for an opening down the lane.

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dents have all grown in to one large family." .

Bill Martlink

When freshman year began, we, the class of '98, were not together. We were from different social classes, different ethnic groups, and different grammar schools. We came together to be educated by the Christian Brothers at Brother Rice High Schoo!.

We have been through four years of good times and bad times at Brother Rice. We have received acheivement awards and disciplinary detentions, we have earned"A's" and "F's," we have seen good friends come and go. Now were all bound together by the invisible strings of the Brother Rice experience. We are connected to the students of the past and to the students of the future, we all have something in common, Brother Rice.

Aaron Com minos '98

David Acevedo

Peter Abramowicz

Andrew Adamczyk

Jack Winters and Ryan Muldoon pose for a picture with their dates after the Homecoming Dance.

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Brad Augustinius

Erik Avila

Edward Badillo

Peter Adamson

Jeremiah Adeszko

Matthew Ahrens

Robert Aleksiuk

Arthur Alvarez

Brent Annen

Diego Arechar

Joseph Arenas

Survey Says ...

Top three favorite types of music l)Rock

2)Rap

3)House

Top three most influential types of people l)Parents/parent 2)Siblings 3)Friends

Top three favorite classes

l)History

2)Math

3)English

Top three favorite sports IJBasketball 2)Football 3)Baseball

Kevin Badke

Guadalupe Barrera

David Barry

Jason Baum

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Jason Beck

Francisco Bedia

Luke Beemsterboer

Michael Berry

Byron Bolden Kenneth Borucki

Anthony Bradley

Christian Bradley

Thomas Brennan

Andrew Brooks

Courtney Brown

Daniel Brownfield

Kevin Burns

Michael Burns

David Bustos

Brendan Butler

Matt Callahan, Jason Ortiz, John McGowan, Andy Palla, and Eric McQue take a moment from the annual walk-a-thon to pose for a photo.

Michael Buttron

Brendan Byrne

Peter Cabo

Matthew Callaghan

Kevin Callahan

Luis Camargo

Matthew Campbell

James Cannon

David Caponigro

Dennis Carroll

Kevin Carter

Robert Cavallone

James Celeski

Oscar Charles, Jr.

Thomas Cheatle

Bryan Clifford

Matthew Cloonan David Colander Mark Colander Michael Collins

Aaron Comminos Timothy Conners Gero Cook

Jason Cook

Kevin Cozzie Timothy Creamer James Creed Anthony Criscenti

Donato Cruz Neil Curtin Andrew Cuttitta Daniel Daemicke

John Daly

Nicholas D'Antonio Peter David

Brian Delfin

_ tichael Dennis

_ Iaurice DeSegovia Edward desLauriers Ernesto Diaz

David Diehl Charles DiGiovanni

Richard Diver John Doherty

Daniel Donahue Brian Doyle'

Alan Dudek Matthew Dunleavy

Eric Duron Matthew Earner

Gregory Edwards James Egan, ill

Jeffery Enriquez

Justin Escalona

Michael Espostio

John Fazy

Brian Fielding

Jason Fitzpatrick

Kenneth Flaherty

Erick Franco

Robert Frederick

Jorge Fuentes

Roland Gadrinab

Eusebio Galaviz

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Tom Wortham looks into the microscope, while Mike looks on.

Best Memories of Rice ... Kairos - Many Seniors

The friends I made throughout my four years - Eric McCue

Dancing with Br. Hayes - Kevin Burns Winning the tricycle race freshman year - George Limberopoulos

Beating Mount Carmel 21-3 - Many Seniors

When we won the Sectional Semi-Final against Downers Grove South - Tom Pavlasevic

Winnine State and Catholic League in waterp010 sophomore year - Steve Moss

Winning the foreign language drawing contest two years in a row - Dan Segarra

Winning the Catholic League in sophomore year baseball - Tim Connors

Performing in "Laughter on the 23rd floor" and "Hamlet Cha Cha Cha" - Joe Russell

When I think of Mrs. Seibt, I will smile. I loved her and her class and had fun - Oscar Charles, [r