Volume 45 Issue 7 - May 13, 2010

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Budget cuts affecting Sheldon

Iron Man 2: film review

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Oregon Athletics

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theTalisman a student newspaper

Sheldon High School 2455 willakenzie Rd., Eugene, Or 97401

{ vol. 45 Issue 7

Roxbury-themed prom a success

May 13, 2010 }

Students enjoy customary dance and say it is an excellent end to the school year Naima Lobby staff writer

One of the most important nights in one’s high school career consists of suave men, pretty girls, and lots and lots of dancing. Prom is a way for juniors and seniors to loosen up and forget about the stress of school and just have fun for one night. This year’s prom was held at Valley River Inn. Some students rode to prom in limousines, some rented vintage cars, and some drove their own cars or their parents’ nicer cars. Many students had pre-prom dinners with groups at a popular restaurant or at someone’s home. The 2010 theme for prom was A Night at the Roxbury, a 1998 comedy film based on a Saturday Night Live skit. “The junior class officers had to decide between a Cirque Du Soleil theme and A Night at the Roxbury,” said Angela Ngo, junior class treasurer. “We decided that A Night at the Roxbury would be a more exciting theme and it would be more fun to decorate.” Tickets this year were a pair of Wayfarer sunglasses, a popular trend for teens and young adults nowadays. They were sold at $30 a piece or $50 for a couple. Upon entering, students were to show their ticket and student ID, and check with security to make sure their name was on the list. Many Sheldon staff members were there to check people in and chaperone the dance. Each student received one ticket to obtain a free nonalcoholic beverage. In the back of the room was a table full of food such as fruits, cheesecake, ice cream bars, a chocolate fountain, and many other goodies. Water was located in multiple locations of the building to keep students hydrated after extensive dancing.

The DJ played a lot of mainstream music from artists way to finish off such as LMFAO, Usher, Ke$ha, Lil Jon, Mariah Carey, and my senior year.” many more. “Prom was such a great experience this year. For the juniors and It was a lot of fun and much better than last year because underclass, it’s a we had a better DJ that played a lot of my favorite songs,” great experience said junior Chloe Stiles. “One of the most enjoyable parts that they get to of prom was being able to spend time with all my friends take part in and get dressed up and just have a good time.” for more Popular after prom activities included eating at restaurants years to that are open late-night or 24 hours, such as IHOP or come. Shari’s; bowling; house parties; and casual hangouts at the homes of other students. Many people simply went home after prom and enjoyed a good night’s sleep. Prom can be a pricey activity. First, there are tickets, and then a dress which can range from a free hand-me-down, to an expensive designer gown that can potentially cost $500. A basic tuxedo rental usually costs around $50. A lot of times, girls will go to a professional salon and get their hair, makeup, or nails, done. A manicure and pedicure combo typically costs $50 and a fancy up-do is around the same. Then there are shoes, dinner, limousine rental, and other things that can tack on to the total price. Now that the school year is almost done, students were able to enjoy one last night to get together and have fun. For a lot of seniors, it could be one of the last times they can see a lot of people before graduating and going their separate ways for college. “Going to prom was a great way to spend time Chasity Barnes photo with my friends,” said senior Karson Andersen. “I couldn’t ask for a better Senior Kelly Marx and junior Taylor Noah enjoy prom together.

“One of the most enjoyable parts of prom was being able to spend time with all my friends and get dressed up and just have a good time.”

A salute to Sheldon’s renowned girls’ basketball coach After 34 years of coaching, Luke Roth retires from Sheldon Alexander Pierpoint staff writer

Photos courtesy of the Sheldon Shamrock

Not many people are willing to coach a high school basketball team, let alone do it for 34 years. Luke Roth, however, was willing. Roth started coaching the Sheldon girls’ basketball team in 1985 and announced on April 21, 26 years later, that he would be retiring. After 431 wins and 26 outstanding seasons, Roth holds the spot of the longest-running girls’ basketball coach in the state. He does not plan on coaching anywhere else after leaving Sheldon. Roth started at Sheldon as an assistant boys’ basketball coach until he was hired as the girls’ coach. He was not only a coach, but also a teacher. Roth taught at Sheldon from 1980 to 2007, at which point he retired. In 1985, Roth’s first year at Sheldon, the team won only three games. This wouldn’t be a regular occurrence, however. The next year

Sheldon had a winning record, and in 1988 they made it to state for the first time. In 1990, they won their first league title and won third in state. Roth will be missed by Sheldon students throughout the school. “Luke Roth is Sheldon girls’ basketball,” said sophomore Peter Anderson. “He will be greatly missed.” Roth had a big impact on his players, too. “He never gave up on us when we believed we couldn’t do it,” said junior Louise Mulvey. “He was approachable if we had any problems.” Roth has always had an effect on his players. Twenty-eight of them went on to play college basketball, and many even returned later to help him coach and watch his games. “Coach Roth was a dedicated individual, but all good things must come to an end at some time or another,” said sophomore Jacob Foutz. Roth had a 431-223 record and took Sheldon to five championships. The Irish girls made it to the post-season 20 times, 15 of which were in the last 17 seasons. He even bumped his team back into Class 6A in 2007. Since then, they have never finished lower than third, and have made it to post-season games each season. Luke Roth was a great asset to Sheldon; his motivation and loyalty were admired by everyone he crossed paths with, and one thing is for sure: Roth made his mark on the Sheldon Irish. Thank you for a wonderful 26 years.


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