The Norris Fiji A Publication of Delta Xi of Phi Gamma Delta Delta Xi University of California Christmas 1981 FIJIS WIN ALL-AROUND SPORTS TODAY— 3rd TIME IN 4 YEARS The Fijis of California won the university AilAround Sports Trophy rahter handily last year, making it 3 of the last 4 years that we have captured this mark of superiority in Intramural athletics. the past in terms of ability and effectiveness on the field. The surprise of the year has been the inspired play of the Horned Owls under the guise of Matt Halli Our Basketball squad made it to the A finals last winter, narrowly losing a 1 point squeaker to the East Oakland All-Stars. The game went right to the wire, They have proved themselves a force to contend with, and are waiting in great anticipation for the playoffs. Under the inspired leadership of Intramural Coor with victory barely eluding our grasp. The team dinator Chris Good, the CAL Fijis are continuing to enjoy the opportunity to play together on the athletic field, and the large involvement has bred great enthusi asm throughout the House. Bring on co-ed Water Polo. remains almost entirely intact for the upcoming sea son. With the season arriving soon, it seems that we will once again contend for the crown. If the fall practice sessions on our court are any indication, we are due for further success. With Clark Porter leading the team from the point, and with Bubba, Dave, and the Captain across the front line it will be an enjoyable season. The Fiji Softball team dominated the spring intramural scene once again, for what is regarded by campus observers as one of the greatest dynasties in recent history at Berkeley. Unfortunately, our hopes for yet another IM crown were dashed at the hands of a team we had already beaten. Even though we lost the IM championship game in the finals, we rebounded to take the IFC championship once again, 22-1,in agame that clearly expressed what Fiji Softball is all about. This year's team returns 8 of 10 starters, and figures to day and the quarterbacking of Henry Matthiessen. Picture the lad, wavy blonde hair blowing in the breeze, playing volleyball, when the cry goes out. Surf's Up! He drops the volleyball, reaches for his surf board and it's time to once again conquer the great whitecaps of the Pacific. To see these jovial carefree young fellows talk of almighty "So Cal," it's so typical of Nell "Dyke" Purdy to proclaim the Bongo waves are narly. "It's so neat being here near the beach, makes me feel glad to be alive." To the cultured men of the Bay Area,"So Cal"s at best an encounter parlor of plasticity, lacking in the refinements that men of characcter appreciate. These Stalwart individuals from San Francisco, Orinda, Beni- continue the tradition. With our ace Pat Doyle return cia, etc., all are connoisseurs of music, opera,the 49ers ing on the mound, and our Murderer's Row of Brian and the nobler leisures of man. Griggs, Craig Vidal, and Matt Halliday intact, the sea son will again be very enjoyable. This year we also plan to hold a Fiji Invitational Softball Tournament one wee Of course Northern California has its beaches, but to John Winans from Half Moon Bay, it's a place to consider the more esoteric things in life and look at the more intense "city life" with a "Dip and a Coors." To the Fijis of Fresno, Bakersfield, and Lake kend in the spring that will enable many of the teams to get together and play softball. Fiji football this fall at CAL is looking very bright as both the A's and the B's (Horned Owls) won their respective leagues and are in the playoffs. Behind the quarterbacking of Lance "Coach" Cossey, and the gifted receiving-of Jeff Ames,the Fijis have dominated opponents and are the Number 1 seed in the playoffs. Almanor, Berkeley's "cultural activities" are not up to the par excellence of weighing apricots, or sitting in a red-neck bar. All in all, we span a wide spectrum.So Cal men are distinguished by their skateboards, underfed bodies, Utilizing an awesome defense, led by Keith Zafren and odd verbatims and other eccentricities, while Northern California promotes Initiative, Drive, and a Will to Suc Chris Cosca, the Fijis have continually shut down ceed. Role Model: Craig Vidal. opponents and proceeded to score themselves. This squad definitely has to rank with some of the teams of \r\nPage 2 THE NORRIS FIJI 1981 Fall Pledge Class They came from all over California. Twelve men all different, yetsearchingforthesame intangible brother hood. Their search ended at Phi Gamma Delta. There the twelve became one. They bare a striking resemb lance to both the dirty dozen and the Twelve Apostles, they are the 1981 Fall Pledge Class of the fraternity, Phi Gamma Delta. Christmas 1981 President's Address Brothers, Right now the Deiti Xi chapter is very strong with our total membership just over 50 brothers. The unity and overall tone of the chapter is the best I have seen in recent years. With 40 brothers living in, the Phi Gam lodge is completely full and a lively place to be. I would like to thank all those who sent rush recom Riveted with diversity, the class boaststwojuniors, three sophomores, and seven freshmen. Perhaps it is this diversity that has helped to bond them into a single ness. For they look to be successful in their quest for Fiji initiation. They are Fijis at Heart—and their hearts pump royal purple blood. mendations,they are always greatly appreciated. Rush went well this Fall with Delta Xi pledging 12 men. The Brothers would also like to thank ali the Graduate Brothers who came by the house before and after the football games this year. You added a great deal to our porch festivities. Proud to be a Fiji, Matthew Halliday Chapter President House Manager's Report As a result of intensive rennovation efforts, our noble Fiji abode once again boasts of charming char acter. Over the summer, the Housing corporation spent endless hours and infinite dollars on needed improvements such as: a new bar floor, refinishing hardwood floors, installing railing around oursundeck and many miscellaneous repairs. While all these improvements were gratifying, it seems that the new bar floor generated the most enthusiasm. In fact, we went as far as to make a few improvements of our own. As much as we admired our new bar floor, we just couldn't help but to cover a small portion of our floor with a new pool table. Among other triviality, this year the office of House Manager has been divided into two equal authorities. Through the use of this system we hope to displace some of the work load thus reducing the time factor Treasurer's Report From a financial standpoint. Delta Xi is doing exceptionally well. The chapter has instituted some attractive benefits to those brothers who are willing to pay their housebills quarterly or annually. Those brothers who took advantage of this opportunity also gave the chapter the financial stability we have been seeking to achieve for some time. Bad debits from last year were at the lowest level in four years, and the few brothers in arrears are on a payment schedule. My personal thanks goes to our financial adviser, John Linderoth (Northwestern), for his assistance in setting up our annual budget. Brian Griggs involved in repair work. So far everything seems to be going great. House Managers FIJI STAFF Note from the Editor The beginning of the new school year brought a Morris Fiji strong pledge class, new bar floor and the reactivation of our Board of Chapter Advisers (BCA). I am pleased with their active participation and welcome input from any brothers as we are also trying to establish a stronger graduate brothers program. This will hope fully include a cocktail party and maybe a crab feed in the Spring. The newsletter is stronger than ever, get ting support from all in the house. Finally, to enhance the publication further, I ask your support by filling out the questionnaire and send itbacktothe Lodge.Thank you. We are happy to produce this newsletter for our graduate brothers, family and friends. Editor — Patrick Doyle Chapter Officers President — Matt Halliday Treasurer — Brian Griggs Corresponding Secretary — Pat Doyle Recording Secreatry — Cralg VIdal Historian — Ken McCormIck Fraternally, Pat Doyle Corresponding Secretary \r\nn THE NORRIS FIJI Christmas 1981 Page 3 L hnnco Veafs between them (don't want to outdate the Class of '55), are all proud of their house, their school, and Proud to be a Fiji. r 4 \r\nPage 4 THE MORRIS FIJI Christmas 1981 Fiji Fables Just a few of the Brothers who told me of their activities. Bill Anderson '50 was chapter president in 1949 worked as a hasher for the House ... no, after pledging. —Bill Ashton '54 is still in the Lighting business and has recently started a tree farm inTahoe. His son Roger is presently in the Delta Xi chapter. —Brad Krouskup '80 is involved in Real Estate Development with Carl Swenson Co. in San Jose. —"Hans" Miller '79 is now married to a SoCal Pi Phi, works for Marin County Roofing Co., has a dog Brutus \ and is fixing up his house in mellow Marin. —Bill Kendall '80 is working for Paine Webber, has no wife, no kids, no dog but enjoys life just the same. —Tom Ley '79 works for IBM and held a Gin Fizz party before the Washington football game. No hoot ers. Denied auto insurance and is Proud to be a Fiji. Fijis brave the heat of Arizona for the heat-on in Ari zona . . . and other things. Phi Gamma Delta NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE 2395 Piedmont Avenue PAID PERMIT #1384 Berkeley, CA 94704 BERKELEY, CA 1510737B 30 MICH WILLIAM S ZERMAN 3325 LANSDOWNE LEXINGTON 1949 DRIVE KY 40502 \r\nDear Brothers, In the last Norris Fiji I only received one return on the information sheet. The chapter would like to know what is going on out there. Please fill out the questionnaire and send it in pronto. Thank You. Pat Doyle Corresponding Secretary Name Class Address State Zip Married?To whom? Kids?? Job??? Do you still have contact with other Brothers? Stories of the Lodge???? Patrick Doyle Corresponding Secretary 2395 Piedmont Ave. . 1', Berkeley, Ca. 94704 l.t ,iir. f..W- .( •X.I'"