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Spelman Spotlight
Sports
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Spelman Gets Sporty
by Angela Frye
Will varsity sports alter the image of the
Spelmanite, or even the college itself? If
anything, these images should be “enhanced
and present the Black woman as being suc
cessful and having class,” says Kathleen
Richey-Walton, coach of the basketball and
track and field teams. In response to growing
interest for varsity sports, Spelman’s athletic
department now offers basketball, volleyball,
tennis, and track and field.
This year’s basketball squad looks very
promising. Last year, the team competed
within the AUC, and also with Agnes Scott,
but there was not much organization. Coach
Richey-Walton is very optimistic about her
plans for the year. Turn-out for the team is
expected to be high. The team will begin its
ten game season on November 15.
Last year’s team only participated in 2
competitive meets. Coach Richey-Walton
expects a good year from the team, with seven
returning members, and many more who have
expressed an interest in trying out. She says
the team plans to train two to three times a
week, and engage in more dual competitions.
Walton describes the team’s mood as “really
enthused about the season.”
The volleyball team, coached by Mrs.
Sue Feldkamp has also set high expectations.
Last year, the team ended the season with a 9-
13 record. The most important goal for the
team, which includes beating Olgethorpe, is
to have a good home tournament. Coach
Feldkamp is in favor of a home tournament
for historically Black colleges. She says they
would like to capture the Phoenix Cup Tour
ney. “I would also like for all the students to
come out and see the games. We would really
appreciate the support,” says Coach Feldkamp.
New uniforms have been purchased for
the basketball and track and field teams, and
the gymnasium floor has been revamped.
Despite the increase of interest for var
sity sports, no mascot has been identified by
the athletic department. What would best rep
resent Spelman? Send your suggestions to the
Spotlight.
The Essence Awards
By Doreen M. Smith
The Third Annual Essence Awards will be held at the Atlanta Civic Center on October 28th
at 8:00. This will culminate a week of events beginning on the 22nd. One of the honorees is our
own, Dr. Johnnetta B. Cole for her contributions in education. Others to be honored include
Suffragan Bishop Barbara Ffarris, Religion; Suzanne de Passe, Business; Florence Griffith
Joyner, Sports; Byllye Y. Avery, Flealth Science and Technology; Dr. Selma Burke, Arts and
Literature; Bonnie Lee St. John, Courageous Spirit. Many activities are planned throughout the
week with entertainment including Stephanie Mills, Najee, and The Winans. The ceremony
will be hosted by Debbie Allen and Marvin Winan. Be sure not to miss out. Tickets range from
$20 to $150 and can be purchased at all SEATS locations.
Spelman Spotlight Staff
Editor-in-Chief
Jocelyn R. Coleman
Associate Editor
Tayari A. Jones
Photo Editor
Kelly Wilson
Advertising Director
Jeanna Baily
Faculty Advisor
TaRessa Stone
Staff Writers
Farai Ashton
Shonda Jones
Raye John Belcher
Tracey Lewis
Monica L. Briggs
Kimara Mason
Faith Cargile
Joy McDowell
Carla M. Cherry
Nikki Mitchell
Lauren Council
Delitha L. Morrow
Crystal L. Drake
Karen Neely
Angela Frye
Nelda Scott
Shenette Garrett
Doreen Smith
Sonja Gerald
Jean Smith
Kimberly Gist
Kalia Spears
Aretha Hankinson
Sonya R. Summerour
Andrea L. Ivory
Donna Terry
Volleyball team practices for new season
Photo: Kelly Wilson
Focus on fitness
by Aretha Hankinson
Have you eaten one too many rolls in
Alma’s? Do the people at Taco Bell have your
burrito waiting when you make your “run for
the border?” Are you looking for a way to get
rid of nervous energy between parties? If you
answered yes to any of these questions, maybe
you should explore some of the fitness op
tions on campus. They’re sure to provide you
with a means for exercise and enjoyment.
Read Hall offers many ways for Spel-
manites to stay in shape. Besides P.E. classes,
such as swimming and gymnastics, the gym
is open on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thurs
day evenings from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. During
these hours students can play basketball,
volleyball and badminton on the main gym
floor or take a relaxing swim in the pool.
The fitness lab is also open during these
hours and provides adequate facilities for
Spelmanites who are seriously interested in
working out. The lab has stretching room, sta
tionary bikes, and trained assistants to help
you with muscle development on the training
equipment. New this year, the lab also is
equipped with a video recorder so students
can use their workout tapes in the gym. An
“Afrobics” class is offered in Read Hall on
Tuesdays and Thursadays at 7:00 pm.
Last year it was so popular that the aver
age class had 90 students. This mix of aero
bics and African dance will work every muscle
you’ve got — plus some you forgot you had!
If you are the kind of person that likes to move
around, Afrobics may be the option for you.
Not everyone can get to Read Hall twice a
week for a structured program. If your sched
ule is full, but you feel that you need some
type of physical program, create your own.
Skip the peach cobbler at dinner, climb the
stairs in Giles instead of the elevator, take a
study break by walking around the oval.
Make the commitment to fitness and it will
definitely pay off.
1989-90 Basketball Schedule
DATE
OPPONENT
TIME
Nov. 15
Atlanta Foxes
TBA
Home Nov. 29
Georgia College
7:30
Home Dec. 2
Kenesaw College
7:30
Home Dec. 5
Morris Brown College 7:30
Home Dec. 9
Tuskeege University
—
Away Jan. 16
Taladega College
7:30
Home Jan. 22
Georgia College
7:30
Away Jan. 27
Atlanta Christian
7:30
Away Feb. 3
Morris Brown College 6:00
Away Feb. 10
Atlanta Christia
7:30
1989 Volleyball Schedule
October
17 Morris Brown College Away 7
20 Paine College Away 7 & 8
20 Ft. Valley State College
24 Oglethorpe Away 7 & 8
24 Covenant
27 & 28 Phoenix Cup Tournament at Oglethorpe
Coach: Sue Feldkamp
Student Assistant: Stacey Walker
SSGA Activities
by Doreen M. Smith
Ever wonder what.your student fees are used for? Throughout the semester, the Spelman
Student Government Association (SSGA) plans several activities for your enjoyment. SSGA
representatives say they would like students to show more interest in these events. Kimberly
Geddings, a junior economics major, says, “The activities over the past years have been good.
It’s more of a lack of enthusiasm on the student’s part. I think more students need to support
the sponsored activities.” The SSGA hopes that freshmen will possess the enthusiam to help
rejuvenate the missing Spelman Spirit. “The class of 1993 is very unique and active,” says
Adrienne Lance, SSGA Vice-President. “They are able to have a positive influence on Spelman
Experience.”
As Spelman begins a new year, the SSGA looks forward to a semester of enjoyable activities.
“We are excited about the upcoming year and hope that all students become involved,” says
Kandance Weems, SSGA President. “With many activities behind us, the coming events
promise something for everyone.”
The following is a tentative schedule for this semester:
October
1-7 UNITY WEEK, in conjunction with other AUC schools:3 Black Male/Female Relationships Workshop:
Giles Old Library, 7-8:30 PM. Leader; Dr. Jawanza Kunjufu.
4 Movie: “Ethnic Notions”, Lower Concourse Manley-TV Room, 7PM.
5 AUC Forum: “Setting New Standards”, Exibition Hall- Woodruff Library, 7:00 PM.
6 AUC Reggae Concert: Bands include Drop Plus, Raga Muffin, Ascending Sounds plus vendors from the
Atlanta Area. Patio and lower Manley ,11-7:30 PM.
8-14 ENDING DISCRIMINATION, POVERTY AND INJUSTICE WEEK
10 Sisters Speak: “Human Rights - the Female Experience, Giles Old Library. 6 PM. Panel includes: Jane Smith of
INROADS-Atlanta; Jackie Payne; Managing Attorney with the Legal Aid Society; and Bensonetta T. Layne,
Employment Discrimination Attorney.
11 National South Africa Protest Day
12 Movie- “We Shall Overcome”, Lower ConcourseManley-TV Room, 7 PM.
18 Movie: “The White Girl” by Tony Brown Productions, King Chapel, 7 PM.