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Students Enjoy Sporting Life

In an age of health and physical were in constant use. People also close proximity to Pine Crest, water
fitness, many new forms of exercise roller skated on streets and in parks. sports were popular. These sports
became prevalent, jogging increased Although this form of transportation included swimming, surfing, water
in popularity, so the track was always was fuel efficient and fun, it did have skiing, scuba diving, boating, and
crowded. The Nautilus room was in its obvious downfalls. fishing.
constant use as some athletes built up
their bodies while others trimmed Another activity found in many parks Dorm students who could not find
their bodies down. and at school was frisbee. This sport transportation to the beach found
called for a keen eye, a supple wrist, plenty of activity in the new dorm
Racketball was also in vogue. It and an ability to twist and turn in lounge. Pool, ping-pong, and "foos-
involves agility, quickness, and skill. mid-air. There are many different ball” were available.
Although Pine Crest has no courts, types of frisbee, including freestyle
many students enjoyed playing at and ultimate, which is a form of This variety of sporting activities gave
private courts. football. each student an opportunity to
participate in athletics and enjoy
Roller skating and ice skating rinks Because Fort Lauderdale Beach is in recreation.

A HUGE ROLLER SKATE drives into the
senior parking lot, and its driver distributes
coupons for the grand opening of a roller
skating rink.
MANY WATERWAYS were available for Pine
Crest students who wanted to enjoy water
skiing as a weekend activity.

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