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SPORTS 17 Girls water polo team confident in future By JOSH BENRUBI SPORTS EDITOR Let’s Get Physical By GALI DEUTSCH STAFF REPORTER GRAPHIC COURTESY OF BEACHBODY FITNESS Throughout the nation, thousands of people have been trying a new and intense exercise program called the P90X Workout. The P90X Workout consists of twelve DVDs of arduous workouts, a 3-Phase Nutrition Plan with a broad selection of meal choices and a fitness guide. Different from other workout plans, this program does not involve going to the gym; however, a set of dumbbells or resistance bands, a pull-up bar and an hour of exercise a day is required for ninety days. With determination and an optimistic outlook many students invest in these hundred dollar DVDs to achieve the ultimate healthy “beach-body” desired. “I love P90X,” junior Brooke Schultz said. “It is the best workout I’ve ever tried and I’m so excited to spend my summer exercising.” P90X has taken North America by storm and proves to be very exhausting, but worth the grueling effort and price. “The program is hard, but effective,” junior Livia Souza said. “I tried it once and my legs stayed sore for two days after.” Several students at Spanish River who have tried the program agree the ninety days allotted are excessively difficult to stay on track throughout considering the demanding exercises that must be completed daily. Yet, the gym seems to have become almost obsolete when faced with the choice of enduring P90X even once a week. “Going to the gym is such a hassle,” junior Nitzan Levy said. “I would rather pop in a DVD and workout in my living room to save time and energy.” Contrary to Levy’s view, a few students preferred exercising at the gym rather than using P90X. “I don’t believe P90X is for me just because I love that feeling of communal exercise,” senior Rachel Zhuang said. “Motivation and support from others always invigorates me and I doubt I could workout without that extra push.” The DVDs may be purchased online directly through the company for $119.85 or through a secondary site, such as Amazon. com, for a used, but less expensive price. English teacher Nathan Hesse has seen great results since starting P90X. “P90X is a great program for jumpstarting your fitness level,” Hesse said. “I have gone through the program twice and have noticed cardio and strength improvements each time. The various workouts: plyometrics, kenpo and weight training keep the workouts fresh and prevent monotony.” Despite the few who enjoy the traditional gym workout, P90X has received rave reviews in terms of health and fitness throughout the United States and Canada. This program has proven to be one of the most grueling, but effective workouts and is highly recommended amongst peers. With nine years under its belt, Spanish River’s Girl’s Varsity Water Polo program is back in full throttle. The varsity team has faced challenges this season with a brand new coaching staff, roster and practice facility. Despite these obstacles, the team has maintained a positive attitude and has a current record of four wins and eight losses. Head Coach Ellen Reilly is reassuming coaching duties since she last coached both the girls and boys water polo teams from 2004- 2005. She is also supported by new assistant coaches Matt Reilly and Rachel Rzymek. The team has responded to the coaching changes in a positive way. “We love our new coaches, they are young and able to relate to us,” junior team captain Carly Block said. “They also have experience because they played in college, so it makes it easier for the team to adjust to them.” This year’s team is composed of 14 girls; seven of which are new to the team. “The future of the team is promising,” Reilly said. “We started with several new players who quickly learned the rules and three are now starters.” With only one senior graduating this year, the team is young and optimistic about their future. “It is my first year playing, and we range from freshman to seniors, so we have a mix on the team,” freshman Devin Goldring said. “I am going to continue playing, and our team will grow stronger.” Another major transition that has occurred this year is the relocation of the practice center. In the past, the team had practiced at the Swim and Racket Center on Saint Andrews and Grandview. The new practice locale is the pool at Boca Raton High School. With access to the new pool, the team is hoping to have year-round club practices for both water polo and swimming. “I love the new pool,” freshman N i c c o l e Salomone said. “It’s a fresh start for our team. It’s nice and big, and the fact that it’s ours just as much as Boca High’s makes it that much better.” As the season draws to a close, the Sharks hope to move forward with a solid foundation and confidence for next year. Happy Retirement Coach Rothman! The Galleon (TG): How long have you taught at Spanish River for? Rick Rothman (RR): 28 years. I am one of the original faculty members. TG: What do you feel has been your greatest accomplishment both as a teacher and cross country coach? RR: As a teacher, starting the Anatomy and Physiol- ogy program as well as the Honors Marine Science program was a huge achievement. As a coach, the greatest accomplishment was developing a winning, successful cross country program and seeing the re- lationships the athletes made together. TG: Do you have any words of advice to students and faculty? RR: To the students: realize you are at the best school in Palm Beach County, and don’t take it for granted - respect your teachers, your fellow students, and the opportunities you have here. To the teachers: even though the state environment is tough, and the re- spect afforded you from our government is almost nonexistent, hang in there. You have a very impor- tant job, and the mood will improve. On a personal note, this has been a great place to work, with con- summate professionals who care about what they do and the people they work with. Please continue to foster that environ- ment. TG: What are your retirement plans? RR: Right now I plan on still coach- ing at Spanish River, starting a youth program, and teaching a community school class on Track and Field officiat- ing. I will be busy! PHOTO COURTESY OF DEVIN GOLDRING The Spanish River girls varsity water polo team ready on game day. The young team has a record of four wins and eight losses. PHOTO BY JULIE BERGMAN May 2011 The Galleon
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By GALI DEUTSCH STAFF REPORTER TG: What are your retirement plans? RR: Right now I plan on still coach- ing at Spanish River, starting a youth program, and teaching a community school class on Track and Field officiat- ing. I will be busy! The Galleon (TG): How long have you taught at Spanish River for? Rick Rothman (RR): 28 years. I am one of the original faculty members. GRAPHIC COURTESY OF BEACHBODY FITNESS PHOTO BY JULIE BERGMAN PHOTO COURTESY OF DEVIN GOLDRING
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SPORTS 17
Girls water polo team confident in future
By JOSH BENRUBISPORTS EDITOR
Let’s Get Physical
By GALI DEUTSCHSTAFF REPORTER
GRAPHIC COURTESY OF BEACHBODY FITNESS
Throughout the nation, thousands of people have been trying a new and intense exercise program called the P90X Workout. The P90X Workout consists of twelve DVDs of arduous workouts, a 3-Phase Nutrition Plan with a broad selection of meal choices and a fitness guide. Different from other workout plans, this program does not involve going to the gym; however, a set of dumbbells or resistance bands, a pull-up bar and an hour of exercise a day is required for ninety days. With determination and an optimistic outlook many students invest in these hundred dollar DVDs to achieve the ultimate healthy “beach-body” desired. “I love P90X,” junior Brooke Schultz said. “It is the best workout I’ve ever tried and I’m so excited to spend my summer exercising.” P90X has taken North America by storm and proves to be very exhausting, but worth
the grueling effort and price. “The program is hard, but effective,” junior Livia Souza said. “I tried it once and my legs stayed sore for two days after.” Several students at Spanish River who have tried the program agree the ninety days allotted are excessively difficult to stay on track throughout considering the demanding exercises that must be completed daily. Yet, the gym seems to have become almost obsolete when faced with the choice of enduring P90X even once a week. “Going to the gym is such a hassle,” junior Nitzan Levy said. “I would rather pop in a DVD and workout in my living room to save time and energy.” Contrary to Levy’s view, a few students preferred exercising at the gym rather than using P90X. “I don’t believe P90X is for me just because I love that feeling of communal exercise,” senior Rachel Zhuang said. “Motivation and support from others always invigorates me and I doubt I could workout without that extra push.”
The DVDs may be purchased online directly through the company for $119.85 or through a secondary site, such as Amazon.com, for a used, but less expensive price. English teacher Nathan Hesse has seen great results since starting P90X. “P90X is a great program for jumpstarting your fitness level,” Hesse said. “I have gone through the program twice and have noticed cardio and strength improvements each time. The various workouts: plyometrics, kenpo and weight training keep the workouts fresh and prevent monotony.” Despite the few who enjoy the traditional gym workout, P90X has received rave reviews in terms of health and fitness throughout the United States and Canada. This program has proven to be one of the most grueling, but effective workouts and is highly recommended amongst peers.
With nine years under its belt, Spanish River’s Girl’s Varsity Water Polo program is back in full throttle. The varsity team has faced challenges this season with a brand new coaching staff, roster and practice facility. Despite these obstacles, the team has maintained a positive attitude and has a current record of four wins and eight losses. Head Coach Ellen Reilly is r e a s s u m i n g coaching duties since she last coached both the girls and boys water polo teams from 2004-2005. She is also supported by new assistant coaches Matt Reilly and Rachel Rzymek. The team has responded to the coaching changes in a positive way. “We love our new coaches, they are young and able to relate to us,” junior team captain Carly Block said. “They also have experience because they played in college, so it makes it easier for the team to adjust to them.” This year’s team is composed of 14 girls; seven of which are new to the team. “The future of the team is promising,” Reilly said. “We started with several new players who quickly learned the rules and three are now starters.”
With only one senior graduating this year, the team is young and optimistic about their future. “It is my first year playing, and we range from freshman to seniors, so we have a mix on the team,” freshman Devin Goldring said. “I am going to continue playing, and our team will grow stronger.” Another major transition that has occurred this year is the relocation of the practice
center. In the past, the team had practiced at the Swim and Racket Center on Saint Andrews and Grandview. The new practice locale is the pool at Boca Raton High School. With access to the new pool, the team is hoping to have year-round club practices for both water polo and swimming. “I love the new pool,” freshman N i c c o l e Salomone said.
“It’s a fresh start for our team. It’s nice and big, and the fact that it’s ours just as much as Boca High’s makes it that much better.” As the season draws to a close, the Sharks hope to move forward with a solid foundation and confidence for next year.
Happy Retirement Coach Rothman!
The Galleon (TG): How long have you taught at Spanish River for?Rick Rothman (RR): 28 years. I am one of the original faculty members.
TG: What do you feel has been your greatest accomplishment both as a teacher and cross country coach?RR: As a teacher, starting the Anatomy and Physiol-ogy program as well as the Honors Marine Science program was a huge achievement. As a coach, the greatest accomplishment was developing a winning, successful cross country program and seeing the re-lationships the athletes made together.
TG: Do you have any words of advice to students and faculty?RR: To the students: realize you are at the best school in Palm Beach County, and don’t take it for granted - respect your teachers, your fellow students, and the opportunities you have here. To the teachers: even though the state environment is tough, and the re-spect afforded you from our government is almost nonexistent, hang in there. You have a very impor-tant job, and the mood will improve. On a personal note, this has been a great place to work, with con-summate professionals who care about what they do and the people they work with. Please continue to foster that environ- ment.
TG: What are your retirement plans?RR: Right now I plan on still coach-ing at Spanish River, starting a youth program, and teaching a community school class on Track and Field o f f i c i a t - ing. I will be busy!
PHOTO COURTESY OF DEVIN GOLDRING
The Spanish River girls varsity water polo team ready on game day. The young team has a record of four wins and eight losses.
PHOTO BY JULIE BERGMAN
May 2011The Galleon
