The WALRUS The time has come, the Walrus said, to talk of many things: Of shoes and ships and sealing wax, of cabbages and kings. - Lewis Carroll

Vol LXIV, No. 2 St. Sebastian’s School November 2010 A Twenty-Five Year Gift not know what the ISL was or had it is safe to say that all the kids here By Tom Murphy‘11 even heard of St. Sebastian's, but at St. Sebastian's like Mr. Nunan too. On November 10th, Mr. now it is easy to say that both are a Mr. Nunan then went on to Nunan was honored for his 25 years major part of his life. When Mr. Nun- say that he came because he wanted of service at St. Sebastian's. There was an arrived he says that he was not to make the kids better, but they a reception and dinner held in his much older than the students, but made him better. He came to make a honor, followed by a musical perfor- now he is coaching the son of one difference in the lives of others, but mance by Tom Keefe and Mr. Nunan’s of his former hockey players. Kind of they made a difference in his. And fi- son Tom Nunan and speeches by crazy how quickly time goes! In one nally he says that it’s simple with just Headmaster Bill Burke and Jim Sul- interesting point Mr. Nunan showed a few kids either on the fields or in livan. Both Mr. Burke and Mr. Sullivan us all that he has done on a regular the classroom, but the reality is that spoke of Mr. Nunan’s dedication to basis over the years for St. Sebas- that is everything. I think it is safe to the school over the last 25 years, tian's. He has done well over 8000 say that what Mr. Nunan originally citing specific accomplishments such grade reports, has coached over set out to do he has accomplished. as the New Orleans trip. Ever since 1000 games of soccer and hockey at He has made the kids better, he has hurricane Katrina devastated the city all levels, has had the equivalent of made a difference in the lives of of New Orleans, Mr. Nunan has been 50 straight days of parent/teacher many others – and we too cherish helping the many who were and conferences, has spent dozens of our time with him in the classroom still are in need. Mr. Nunan has led a nights at the Seaside House on or on the fields. He also goes on to group of about 25 juniors and seniors junior and senior retreats, has had 7 say that he has stayed because of his to New Orleans. All who have gone trips to New Orleans, and has seen colleagues, who over the years have have been deeply changed. Without 25 graduating classes, just to name a become some of his greatest friends, Alumni Panel: (l-r) James Keefe ‘02, Adam Soivilien ‘04, Ted Dillon ‘06, Tony Barros ‘03, and Keon Webbe ’00. Mr. Nunan the New Orleans trips few. and perhaps most importantly he might never been possible, and with- In a funny side note, Mr. has stayed because of the Eucharist. out him there would not be someone Nunan revealed that he has spent As he says he is here by the grace of The Inspiration of Unity Day who knew exactly who needed help the night at St. Sebastian's twice and God, and does not think that any of and how each and every one of us that the first lacrosse game he ever what he has accomplished would be ences. could contribute. Without Mr. Nunan, saw he coached, and the second possible without God. This thread segued beauti- “finding one’s niche” is not always a By Tom Keefe ‘11 those who have gone on the New one he referreed. He spoke also of Finally Mr. Nunan offered fully to the next part of Unity Day, simple task. Orleans trip would not feel as close an interesting coincidence, or act some of his own sage advice. He S E N I O R E D I T O R in which a panel of young alumni The panel then turned to to one another as they do, and would of God in some ways. When he was spoke of the fact that there is no joy On November 5th, the last shared their experiences at both the audience for questions, and not have the life long memories of still in high school, he describes how in comparing, no point in count- day of the quarter, the whole school at St. Sebastian’s and beyond. The afterward the next section of Unity helping those in need, while having he used to pray… really pray, and ing, there is only one scorecard in filed into Ward Hall for the fourth panel of alumni consisted of James Day began. The entire school divided an incredible amount of fun with their whenever he would it would invoke the end that matters and you are annual Unity Day. Unity Day is an Keefe ‘02, Adam Soivilien ‘04, Ted into small discussion groups of classmates. a verse “’The time has come,’ the not the one keeping it. He says that event geared towards promoting Dillon ‘06, Tony Barros ‘03, and Keon about ten to fifteen participants. In Finally after Mr. Burke and Walrus said, ‘to talk of many things . you must love teaching to do it; in diversity, respect, and understanding Webbe ’00. Reiterating Regan’s classrooms throughout the school, Mr. Sullivan spoke, and Tom and Tom . . of shoes and ships. . . and ceiling other jobs this may not be the case, of differences at St. Sebastian’s. Since theme of respect, Keefe made the these groups watched a short film performed, Mr. Nunan came forth wax . . . of cabbages and kings.’” The but teaching is definitely not one of the theme for the entire year is in point that “everybody in the world capturing a black man’s hesitancy to give his speech on his incredible coincidence is that it appears on them. He also says that to think you fact Unity, this year’s Unity Day held has a soul, and with this common to help a white woman and her twenty-five years here. His speech every issue of our school newspaper, are doing it alone is a trap, and this special importance. bond, each soul should be treated children, a scene which took place in was centered around three main The Walrus – check out page one. could not be more true. Many of us, The day began with a with the dignity they deserve”. He a train station during the mid-20th questions, “How did you get here? Mr. Nunan explained that both teachers and students have late speech delivered by Mrs. Grace Cot- also talked about his times in MPA, century. The groups were posed Why have you stayed? And what the main reason he stayed was be- nights, but what makes all of us bet- ter Regan, the Executive Director of a club within the school which cel- questions such as “Why did the man advice would you give?” cause of the people. For without the ter, all of us stronger, helps each and Advancement for the New England ebrates diversity, and he joked that hesitate? How were his thoughts As Mr. Nunan describes he people St. Sebastian's would truly every one of us grow closer is that Province of Jesuits and also the he learned all his “dance moves” from shaped by the environment in which came to the school in 1985 when be only a building. Before coming we are all in this together. Finally, he mother of Luke “Creature” Regan from his friends in the club. he lived? Would things be different one of his wife’s roommates saw to St. Sebastian's Mr. Nunan spent a says to heed the advice of his spiri- the Class of 2009. She opened the Mixing the humorous and now?”, and so on. a three-line want-ad in the Globe: year in the Jesuits or the Society of tual director, remember, be grateful speech with advice received from her the profound, the alumni captivated In my discussion group, “Catholic independent school seeks Jesus, and it was leaving there that and be glad. son, which was, “Don’t talk too much their audience. Since they had just the bulk of our time centered upon Religion teacher and hockey coach.” he received some sage advice from We are all truly blessed to Mom, or else you will come across as left the high school scene, their sto- the impact of Facebook in our own Mr. Nunan, although unsure, applied, his spiritual director. Mr. Nunan said have had Mr. Nunan as a part of the boring”. Indeed, her presentation was ries garnered the rapt attention of culture. Students pointed out that and after an interview with former to him, “I hope the kids like me” and St. Sebastian's community for the far from boring. Though she received high schoolers and middle schoolers since these websites produced false Headmaster Fr. Riepe, received the his director’s response was “No, Tom, last 25 years, and we are all truly ap- an hour to speak, she filled the time alike. Dillon stressed the need to try images of ourselves for the public to job. We are all exceedingly grateful hope you like the kids.” Mr. Nunan preciative of all that he has done for by showing various video clips and new things, and he explained that see, we have false images of others that he did. has definitely liked kids; in fact, as he us. giving stirring commentary for each. joining the Boston College Liturgi- in reality, and wind up becoming Before 1985, Mr. Nunan did put it, he has loved them. I also think Thanks, Mr. Nunan. The audience witnessed cal Choir (run by St. Sebastian’s very insecure in our own lives. We feel the clips from Remember the Titans, UP, own Mr. Chambers) completely need to be something we are not, and Slumdog Millionaire, and they changed his college experience. and prefer virtual encounters over also viewed live footage of Mother Barros and Soivilien pointed out real interaction with one another. Theresa and President Kennedy. Over that there is much more in life Since our generation will likely be all, Regan stressed the importance of than sports, and they encouraged remembered as the “Facebook” era, community, whether on the field, in students to cherish every moment this topic of conversation found relationships, or in society as a whole. while within the strong community relevance in many students and led She emphasized that as a school, at St. Sebastian’s. Webbe focused on to deep conversation among both people must respect each other, the task of finding a community out- students and faculty. taking the time to get to know each side of St. Sebastian’s, and he used The final leg of the Unity other while recognizing their differ- personal anecdotes to illustrate that (Continued on Pg. 1) Havoc at Halloween By Edmund Murphy ‘11 Twister Rodriguez, Reggie Rocket, classic blind Teletubbie, of course. Sam “Squid” Dullard, two rollerblad- Other students really played out S E N I O R E D I T O R ing bears, Curious George, Edmund their costumes to the fullest extent. Every year, the occasion of Murphy’s Facebook page, Kenny Robbie Spencer ’11, the homeless Halloween allows the senior class to from South Park, and many others man, refused to sit in his seat in step outside of themselves for just wreaked havoc on the lower lot until Latin 5 AS. Rather, he spread out his one day. As a student progresses we gauged the assembly would end. blanket on the ground, sat on it, and here at St. Sebastian’s, the blue blazer At that point, we marched up to the continually asked his classmates for seems more and more constrictive Academic Building chanting and spare change. Lou Heck ’11 was a Mr. Nunan is joined by his wife Nancy, daughter Alex, and son Tommy ‘11 as he celebrates 25 years. and the ties seem to wear a little too raving with excitement (maybe even redneck, and spent his hours spitting thing special about our group. The the banana, who was actually really tight some days—so when an excuse anger?). The Two Liberals played sunflower seeds from absurdly long The Two Liberal’s second hit single notorious class of ’10 all dressed kind. There was simply a lack of arises to slip out of the loafers and the their new hit single, “Nature Hikes distances into his metal cup—he “Finding Inner Peace Under Yonder up in gorilla suits with one senior personality in the act—no faces, no shirt “buttoned to the top button”… and Human Rights” as Alex Hun- even took on a thick Southern Shady Oak” Apparently, Father Paris dressed as a banana. Sure, it was individuals, just a lot of bloodthirsty, well, we take it and run. October 29, newell’s ’11 banjo chords resounded drawl, and somehow managed not did not appreciate the message we hilarious when they barged into testosterone-high gorillas…again, 2010 was that long awaited moment, across campus. It had begun. to offend anyone. David Leith ’11, were trying to send to the youth, the Magazine Drive Assembly, but except for the banana, whose face and the class of ’11 made the most of Though we didn’t burst into the formula one driver, raced his man. We were kicked out, and our the laughs, for the most part ended you could see. Also, he was on the their day-long serenade to shenani- the assembly, we had plenty of tricks mini cycle around the halls before sunshine was totally all gray, instead there. They barged into seventh run, so you sort of felt bad for him gans. up our sleeves for the rest of the day. it was taken from him by force (all of really peaceful and mellow, and grade classrooms and terrorized anyway. Our class on the other hand Past senior classes had been Many students borrowed costume accounts say there was a physical also chill. Needless to say, this year’s the lil’ munchkins (that’s actually really took to the task individually. known to make a dramatic entrance props from each other to make one struggle over the vehicle, but cooler senior class found a way to make funny), and went out into the streets We forced our inner creativities to to the ever-classic Magazine Drive As- super-costume. Take James Connolly heads prevailed and the vehicle was Halloween our own. of Needham and terrorized the come out full force, and look what sembly on Halloween Day. However, ’11 for example. He borrowed (stole) returned later in the day). Halloween is never the residents. Though the act itself was they generated: a cohesive group the class of ’11, marked by character- Will Adams’ ’11 sunglasses and At lunch, James Cerra ’11 first event to pop up in one’s head witty, half of our school probably of hilarious costumes. Overall, the istic nonchalance, decided straight his walking cane (Will was a blind (Curious George) and I (liberal #2 as a “defining moment” of a St. Sebs spent that day literally cowering class of ’11 left yet another mark on up not to go. Instead, a racecar driver referee). James, a Teletubbie, put in The Two Liberals/head vocalist) senior class, and our Halloween in fear as the gorillas ganged up the school community by making (riding a little pedal-cycle), two Tel- on the glasses, and using his cane ventured up to the library with Lou certainly wasn’t—however, I believe on innocent students threatening Halloween a fun and exciting break etubbies, a blind referee, a homeless wandered throughout the halls. The Heck’s banjo to play a live version of that the way we did it says some- man, two raging liberals, Otto Rocket, their lives—everyone except for from the norm. NEWS SPORTS November’s Mystery Teacher Does Not Appear in Photo: Soccer Awarded Blood Trophy Competition... Peyton Manning’s Clutch Turn to Page 4. Its a doozy. Performance against the Pats Page 8 has the Scoop Page 2 THE WALRUS November 2010 QUOTES of the Videos with Vietze MONTH “Darren Shawpuh...one of da most hardest hittin’ safeties in ee leeeeeague.” -DemetryJames86 “Wait, Joe, you wanna waste your time doing well in college?” -Corey Peters ‘11 “They’re doubling the size of the library? Father Paris is going to need [heavier artillery].” -Lou Heck ‘11 “Bunnies, actually, are quite fluffy and delightful.” -Nicholas Franco’11 As the security camera documents, things are getting a little “gamey” in Paranormal Activity 2.

“Why is Tom Hoff calling me?” Paranormal Activity 2 Review By Will Vietze ‘11 around the house after a supposed is pulled out of his crib by some mys- -Nick Chappel ‘11, while reading a passage in Spanish 5AP. break-in. The footage essentially terious force, and the dad finally be- When Paranormal Activity takes us through snippets of daily lieves that something strange might came out last year, people hailed it as life in their household, which slowly be going on. During these intense one of the scariest movies of all time. seems to become haunted by some moments, Charlie Callanan ‘11 cried It was shot on handheld cameras with spirit. At the beginning, minor things like a small girl, Will Adams ‘11 nearly “Mrs. Schwimmer, we’re in America...speak English.” a shoestring budget…yet it managed occur such as: birds flying into the passed out, and as previously men- to capture the attention of people windows, the pool cleaner mysteri- tioned, Conor Wiik peed a little bit, -Alex Hunnewell, trying to enjoy his lunch. across the nation. There were stories ously climbing out of the pool, and while I curled up in a ball in my seat. of people running out of the theater sudden, inexplicable noises. The first At one point, Wiik even jumped on or passing out in fright, which helped hint of demonic activity comes when Will’s lap in the midst of his piddling. “Dad, there’s no way I’m going to Confirmation Class...the to further the mystique that was built the nanny hears a noise and begins And then, when everything seemed around it. Nobody really knew what burning incense around the house. to be calming down in the movie, Pats are playing the Colts.” the movie was about, but nonethe- The father fires her for this, since he the ending came out of nowhere less people came to the theaters in despises anything supernatural, but and shocked all of us. I won’t divulge -Michael Hoff ‘13 droves to have their pants scared off. even he slowly begins to believe the ending, but to put it simply, we, For every brave person who came out that the family is haunted by some four high school seniors, screamed “And on your way out, feel free to have a doughnut.” to the theater to see the movie, there clairvoyant spirit. The daughter and like little girls for several seconds. were ten Alex Hunnewells who were mom believe that there is some- Exiting the movie, things -Mr. Dan Williams ‘64, referring to Mr. Nunan’s doughnuts. too afraid to go. Nobody really knew thing strange going on, and even do became even scarier at the thought how the makers of the movie could some research on demons, while the of coming home to darkly lit houses. top this, until Paranormal Activity 2 father stubbornly refuses to believe Not wanting to leave each other’s came out this fall. any of it. presence, we stood around discuss- UNITY DAY LIVES UP TO ITS NAME (continued from pg 1) On the Wednesday night be- In her research, the daugh- ing the movie for several minutes fore Veterans Day, with nothing else Day journey occurred when students awareness of every person’s dignity school year, becoming manifest in ter comes across an article saying until some of the fear subsided. to do, a few friends and I ventured reported to their homeroom classes and to strengthen the bonds that the spirit of St. Sebastian’s. that demons will take the soul of the There is no way to fully express how off to see this film. When we entered in order to devise pledges of unity. unite us – so that all may grow in For many who have wit- first born boy in a family, if some- scared we were, so I ask all of you to the theater, we had no idea what we Through the unity pledges, students our capacity and resolve to know, to nessed every Unity Day, this year’s body in the family makes a deal with go see the movie. It was definitely were in for. We sat in our seats, eating were encouraged to think of ways love, and to serve God and neigh- event was one of the best. Both the the devil, which leads her to believe scarier than the first Paranormal popcorn while cracking jokes about to promote unity within the St. Se- bor”. He thanked everyone for their keynote speaker and the alumni that her baby brother is the cause of Activity and it was scarier than any the movie. But, when it started to get bastian’s school environment. Each cooperation and their openness with panel connected with their audi- the haunting. The beginning of the movie I have seen in recent memory. scary, we all shut up. homeroom class worked with their one another, and then he read sev- ence, and the audience received movie is drawn out this way, with I went into the theater not expecting The movie doesn’t have teacher to form a pledge, and then eral of the pledges to the audience. opportunities to participate in the nothing really happening other than to be scared, and I came out crying much of a plot, but there is a basic the groups signed their respective Mr. Burke then alluded to several discussion groups and the unity the occasional loud bang. a little bit inside. Even Conor Wiik, premise to the movie as a whole. A pledges. The classes submitted their cases of theft reported in the school pledges. In this way, the event struck As boring as the first half the toughest kid in school, squealed family made up of a dad, his daugh- pledges to the front office so that over the past weeks, and he encour- a solid balance between passive and of the movie is, the second half is like a little girl while watching this ter, his new wife, and their infant some of the pledges could be read aged those who committed such active participation. Oftentimes, the incredibly scary and even made movie, so I guarantee little seventh son is the main focus of the movie. together at the end of the day. crimes to take responsibility for their business of the academic year can- Conor “Captain” Wiik ‘11 pee his graders or Sean Sullivan ‘11 would Some of the footage is taken on a Finally, the school com- actions. He pointed out that just not afford time to discuss important pants a little bit. I don’t want to ruin faint while watching it. Overall, I give handheld camera, used to docu- munity gathered in Ward Hall for as he has never met a happy, lazy themes such as unity, respect for the movie by divulging into these it 3/5 stars, because it was incred- ment the first year of the baby’s life, remarks from Headmaster Burke. In person, he has never met a happy others, and conscience, but thanks scary moments, but let’s just say the ibly scary, but the plotline was too while other footage is recorded on his closing remarks, he reminded thief or a satisfied liar. He finished to Unity Day, St. Sebastian’s has allot- mom becomes possessed, the baby simple and predictable for it to be security cameras which are placed the community that “The purpose of by stating that he hopes the themes ted a time to focus on these matters considered a good movie. St. Sebastian’s School’s annual Unity discussed at Unity Day will remain and attempt to implement them and be cultivated throughout the Day celebration is to heighten our within the community. Senior Exodus to Craigsville The Walrus By Nick Chappel ‘11 I remember from him that night was cidentally attempted to drive into the A St. Sebastian’s Publication at 2:30 saying that he was going to Pulling out of the parking lot median of the road after dinner, Mr. go finish his pizza, and maybe eat the in Craigville, many of us realized that Nunan had to lunge across and grab box. this was the last time we would come the steering wheel while Mr. MacAr- Senior Editors: Edmund Murphy ‘11, Dillon Ecclesine ‘11, Tom Hoff ‘11, Tom In the morning we were out together as a class for a retreat. thur talked some sense into his fellow of the house by 8:15, and headed off Keefe ‘11, Alex Spear ‘11 On Sunday, the 13th, twenty- math teacher. to the dining hall for a breakfast of eight seniors drove down to Craigville After mass, we all went down to the waffles, bacon, and eggs. We met in Apprentice Editors: The Fresh Beat Band for a final retreat with their fellow beach like we had the night before, a group together after breakfast, and classmates. We arrived there around and the same kids swam again. then had some time to ourselves. 3pm, and immediately the football When we came back, everyone, Head Writers: Ryan Bacic ‘11, Nick Creegan ‘11, Nick Chappel ‘11, Andrew After eating pasta at lunch, had two came out and a pick-up game started. except for Charlie Callanan who was DeMatteo ‘11, Tom Murphy ‘11 hours of free time that was spent With kids already sweaty, we had fast asleep upstairs, took part in a jam playing tackle football on the beach. to head back for a group gathering. session downstairs, playing songs like Mostly everyone played, except for Mr. Nunan, accompanied by Father “Wagon Wheel”, “Flake”, and “Come to the cool kids who sat up on the roof CONTRIBUTORS: Mike Petro ‘13, Matt Fechtelkotter ‘12, Chris Picher ‘13, Arens and Mr. Lynch, later followed My Party”. The sesh ended with Mr. and would not dare be seen with us by Ms. Callini and Mr. MacArthur, led Nunan turning off the iHome when Kevin Wolfe ‘12, Matt Donovan ‘13, Tom Nunan ‘11, John Donovan ‘12, Will lesser folk. We came back from the the group in discussion throughout “Yellow Submarine” came on and Adams ‘11, Pat McGowan ‘14, Cam Kelly ‘14, Julian Matra ‘13, Will Vietze ‘11, flag football game ready to relax, and the whole time on the Cape. After everyone went upstairs. It was a lot Mr. Nunan told us that we were going Peter DeMatteo ‘13, Ryan Wolfsberg ‘13, Bobby Wright ‘12, Chris Stadtler ‘12, our introduction to the retreat and a easier to go to bed the second night, to go out alone for one hour, where prayer, we went to dinner around five, because we were all exhausted from Peter Cimini ‘12, Sam Racine ‘11, Michael Hoff ‘13, Mickey Adams ‘13, John we would not talk to anyone, not and once we came back, had mass. the lack of sleep the night before and Barrack ‘11, Jared Chase ‘11, Kenny Chen ‘13, Sean Frazzette ‘12, and Kevin use our cell phones, and not listen After mass we watched the best movie everything that we had done that to music. I spent that time walking Patterson ‘13. that was ever made—The Shawshank day. down to the beach and sitting in the Redemption. It was then time for the We had breakfast at the same time sand staring off into the horizon with beach. on Tuesday, and after we joined in the sun setting. It was a perfect, calm Editors Emeritus: Brendan Ecclesine, Ned Kingsley, David Ruffolo One would think that on No- another house in which we brought afternoon, and when we all joined vember 15th at the Cape, there would our iPods. We concluded the retreat again at 4:20, many of us talked be no one swimming. About ten Seb’s by playing songs that meant some- Faculty Advisor: Mr. Dan Drummond about how we realized that the world kids proved that wrong, splashing thing to us, and finally, the jam sesh was so calm. around in the water, until finally none was concluded by Deric playing “Like After talking about our The Walrus is the official student newspaper of St. Sebastian’s School. The Walrus of them could take it anymore. There a G6.” experiences of reflecting on our lives seeks to provide news and entertainment for the St. Sebastian’s community, as well as is no way that anyone else in Massa- After cleaning our rooms alone with each other, we went out to chusetts was swimming in the Atlantic and packing our bags, we met one to provide an open forum for students to offer opinions on issues related to world, na- the 99 Restaurant for dinner. Every- Ocean at that time. last time. It was nice to have a break tional, and school affairs. The opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect opin- one stared in shock as they watched Once back at the house, from school, even though many of us twenty-eight seventeen and eighteen ions of the faculty advisors or senior editors of The Walrus or of St. Sebastian’s School. everyone went to his separate rooms. had work that had piled up because year olds walking into the restaurant Mr. Nunan said lights out at 12, and of the retreat. On the ride back, the Correspondence to The Walrus should be addressed to The Walrus, c/o St. Sebas- yelling and talking loudly. After ev- that rule was surprisingly followed, but mood was dull, but I couldn’t tell if it tian’s School, 1191 Greendale Avenue, Needham, MA, 02492. Senior Editors and produc- eryone paid for their food, we headed no one slept. We all stayed up talking was because of the amount of work back for mass, and it was very lucky tion staff reserve the right to reject, edit, or admit any or all submissions. To submit an about whatever came to mind, and we had to do that night, or because that the remaining teachers were article, email it to [email protected]. Deric McCottrell came into everyone’s it was the last retreat we would ever still with us, because as Ms. Callini ac- room at least five times. The last thing have as a class together. November 2010 THE WALRUS Page 3 Families Flock to Open House By Chris Picher ‘13 system. Mr. Wishart couldn’t have from St. Sebastian’s and explained said it better; the students here are how this school has shaped him into Last month on Thursday, truly in love with their school, and a person he had never imagined he October 21st, St. Sebastian’s held both the enthusiasm and dedication would become. their annual Open House for perspec- they put forth towards their school is After the speeches and the tive families to learn more about a reality. concluding remarks from Head- St. Sebastian’s School. This night is After the tours, which were master Burke, families filed into composed of current St. Sebastian aimed to take approximately thirty Ward hall where Joe Fasciano and students giving tours to groups of minutes, families were directed to the kitchen staff provided delicious families as well as families listening to adjacent St. Bartholomew’s Church, snacks and beverages. Around Ward three students give speeches about which became standing room due to Hall, teachers and students occupied the major impact this school has had the popularity St. Sebastian’s School tables with information for clubs, in shaping who they are as people. had generated. Looking at the classes, and sports teams. Families When perspective families arrived church, with its beautiful images on and students were encouraged to at school, students politely greeted the stain glass windows, is a spectac- ask questions or find out more about them and directed them to Mr. ular and special experience for both the extracurricular programs. “Sixth, Wishart, the Director of Admissions. current students and perspective seventh, and eight grade students Then Mr. Wishart organized tour families. The tremendous atten- can see the opportunities that they groups consisting of two or three dance of students at this evening is can get more involved in, such as de- students with a group of four to six a testament to how dedicated and bate, international club, and commu- families who made their way around helpful all the students were to take nications club, which many schools Tom Keefe ‘11 and Colie Leuders win the hearts of the crowd in “How To Succeed in Business” the campus. several hours out of their evenings. do not have”, said Mr. Wishart, when I was one of the many All of the boys stood asked about the significance of the students who lead a group of families proudly around the perimeter of information tables. on a tour around the school, trying the church and listened as their There were also many to give families an understanding “H2S” Wows Full Audiences classmates Alejandro Soto, a seventh students who engaged in conver- for the unique brotherhood that the grader, Noah Hannifin, an eighth sation to further educate these five thousand shares of company helped us learn the many songs of school possesses. Families appeared grader, and Tom Keefe, a senior, perspective families about unique By Julian Matra ‘13 stock in each of the ten offices this musical. After a month of prac- very interested and impressed on the spoke about the significance that aspects that make up St. Sebastian’s This fall the Drama Depart- around the country, and give the ticing we entered Tech Week, which foundation for the school community: St. Sebastian’s plays in their life. All School. These tables work effectively ment put on a production of the audience weekly clues as to their began on the same week as opening “Love God, work hard, and take good three students spoke extremely well because they allow perspective stu- Pulitzer Prize winning musical, How whereabouts. Biggley is about to night. During Tech Week we would care of one another”. and reflected the epitome of a St. dents to visualize what they could to Succeed in Business Without Really reject this idea yet again, when Finch run through as much of the show Tours walked across the Sebastian’s student who can read, participate in if they attended St. Trying. The musical was chosen due explains that the clue each week will as we could without missing an street, visiting the art classrooms write, and speak at an high ability for Sebastian’s. “Younger kids can look the fact that it could accommodate be given by the World Wide Wicket entrance, forgetting lines, or other and viewing the recently completed their respective ages. up to older kids at different ages and for the large amount of boys and few Girl: Miss Hedy LaRue. During the various issues. At the beginning of Arrows Hall, which is full of all of the “The speeches are unique because can put themselves in our shoes,” girls we had at our disposal, as well first television show, the Treasure each practice, Mr. Rogers would give athletic trophies and awards that St. they are unscripted, unrehearsed said Hannifin when asked about per- as having great music and a hilarious Girl is asked to swear on a Bible that us “Notes” or critiques from the pre- Sebastian’s has won. In Arrows Hall, character that the students reveal,” spective students interacting with script. “Performing this year,” co-pres- she doesn't know the location of the vious night. Some people were able both Mr. Dan Burke and Mr. Curran said Mr. Wishart when asked about upperclassmen. ident Tom Keefe remarked, “the 50th prizes. Hedy, who knows where they to make it out of Tech Week with enthusiastically informed the families student speakers. This night was full of enjoyment for anniversary of its opening of Broad- are, reveals this to the entire televi- only a few Notes. Others were not so on the competitive Varsity Sports Despite the fact that both the St. Sebastian’s students and way is very opportune. The revival of sion audience. Treasure hunters then lucky. teams, and the new turf complex. Alejandro Soto has only attended St. faculty who take pride in discussing this show will open in February star- wreck World Wide Wicket Company A strange combination They also discussed the importance Seb’s for two months, he connected the unique brotherhood and also ing none other than Daniel Radcliff. offices across the country, and the of excitement and nervousness of having every teacher also coach a with all of the perspective students for the perspective students who The production fit our needs and was executives, including Chairman of permeated the student lounge on sport, further emphasizing the impor- and shared with them his experience get to step into a new community very timely.” the Board Wally Womper, are waiting the first night as we prepared to take tance of the student-teacher relation- of being a perspective student, since for the night. “We are all honored The musical followed the in Biggley's office for Finch's resigna- our places. The Overture ended and ship at St. Sebastian’s. Mr. Dan Burke he had sat in their seats merely a to represent the school”, said Noah story of a young and ambitious win- tion. About to sign, Finch mentions the show began and though there and Mr. Curran did a fantastic job year ago. Alejandro discussed how Hannifin. dow cleaner, J. Pierrepont Finch, who that he'll probably be going back to were a couple of mistakes here and representing the quintessence of a St. the St. Sebastian’s community was As a School all the students, reads from a book, How to Succeed washing windows. Womper hears there, they were generally unnotice- Sebastian’s teacher and coach who is so accepting upon his arrival and facility, and staff should be tremen- in Business Without Really Trying, this, drawn to Finch as he, too, was able. The crowd absolutely loved passionate for what they do and love how he immediately felt the forma- dously proud of what a fantastic as a “Book Voice.” Finch's first act in a former washer of windows. Finch it. They fed off of our energy and to talk about it. tion of a brotherhood here. Noah job the community did to welcome the corporate world is to knock J.B. manages to place the blame for the we fed off of theirs. We then carried We then looped back to the Hannifin took families through the these perspective families into the Biggley, the president of the World treasure show on Bud, also mention- this energy over into the next night’s Birmingham academic building and middle stages of a student’s career, community for the evening. Without Wide Wickets, to the ground. Un- ing that Frump is Biggley's nephew. performance and although it was visited all three floors, where teachers discussing the significance of extra- the commitment and dedication fazed, Finch presses Biggley for a job, Womper is about to “clean house harder to get a laugh out of this from each department discussed the curricular activities. He stressed that from Mr. Wishart, the faculty, and who dismisses him to the personnel from top to bottom,” when Finch audience, we had another amazing unique aspects about a specific class. going to school at St. Sebastian’s is a all of the students, this night would manager, Mr. Bratt. Having seen all of steps in on everyone's behalf. Every- performance (despite some people “You can’t fake enthusiasm for you life-changing decision. Finally, Tom never have been so successful. Thank this, Rosemary Pilkington, a secre- one is spared, except Frump, who is getting caught behind the panels). school”, said Mr. Wishart when asked Keefe shared his great memories you to all who supported, attended, tary, is impressed with Finch and is fired. The show ends with the an- All in all, the performances on Friday about the popularity of our touring and aided at this excellent event. immediately smitten with him. Finch nouncement to the employees that and Saturday were successes with is given a job in the mailroom where Biggley is still president, Womper is a full house both nights. Everyone he works with Bud Frump, Mr. Bigg- retiring to travel the world with his had a blast and the crowd really ley’s nephew. Twimble, head of the new wife, Hedy, and that Finch will seemed to enjoy the show. mailroom, is being promoted so he become Chairman of the Board. With the vast amount of fun it is appoints Finch to take his place, but We began practices in late a wonder as to why one would Finch declines the promotion, saying September meeting on Monday, not want to join Drama so to offer that Bud Frump is more qualified. Tuesday, and Thursday from five to encouragement to those who feel a Bud accepts and Bratt, impressed, seven. While these meetings were little reluctant Keefe had this to say: offers him a job as a junior executive highly entertaining as we joked “First off, it must be stated that the- in the Plans and Systems department, around with each other, we were ater is not everybody's thing, which which he accepts. able to get some serious work done is perfectly fine. I think people often Finch then convinces each night. Mr. Rogers constantly believe drama kids want everyone Biggley that they both are Old Ivy stressed the vastness of the project to participate in the arts. Not true. alumnus, as Mr. Biggley is very fond we were undertaking and provided If everyone did, most people would of his old college. Finch continues to us with direction, encouragement, not enjoy the shows as much… the climb the corporate ladder and ends and criticism. Ms. Carroll assisted kids are nice, the environment is up the Vice President in charge of Mr. Rogers in directing while also chill, the shows are always a good Advertising. Bud Frump comes into helping us with our choreography time. I think the arts department is Finch’s office and tells him about his (no easy feet considering the large on the up and up, and will only get idea for a treasure hunt. Finch loves group of people she had to work better from here. If you are on the the idea, unaware that Biggley has with). Mr. Grohmann acted as fence about joining, now is as good already heard the idea and shot it our musical director who through a time as ever. The winter drama down. He presents his idea to hide sarcastic, but good-natured humor, festivals are always one of the best days of the school year.” Prospective students challenge Will Adams ‘11 in his chess prowess. Shawn Lynch ‘15 looks excited. Strachan speaks to Finance Academy New Black Ops Thrills Gamers By Kevin Patterson ‘13 By Kenny Chen ‘13 Mr. Strachan also clarified differences life-savings on all assets above a $1 between stocks and bonds. A stock million exemption amount, including On November 9, 2010, video The Finance Academy seeks gives investors partial ownership in transferring inheritance. This includes gaming giants Activision and Treyarch to encourage students to learn more a company whereas a bond is a loan personal property (such as a home, released the seventh installment in about the financial world. Above all made by investors to a company. Un- cars, furniture, artwork), business as- their record-shattering first-person else, the mission of the Finance Acad- like stock, bonds are paid back with sets (property, machinery and inven- shooter Call of Duty franchise. This emy is to give students the financial a fixed rate of return—a percent- tory), and investments (stocks, bonds new edition, entitled Call of Duty: literacy that allows students to man- age of the bond’s original offering and real estate). Thus, many wealthy Black Ops, takes players behind the age future, independent finances, ac- price—over a long period of time, people make huge generous dona- scenes of the Cold War to perform top cording to Mr. Nerbonne. The Finance such as thirty years. Bonds also run tions because, quite simply, who secret missions. Academy meets on a monthly basis to the risk that the principal amount wants to give money to the govern- Modern Warfare 2, Black discuss about various topics ranging may not be paid back, as companies ment? Why not use the resources for Ops’ predecessor in the franchise, set or simply staying alive the longest. Zombies, is the most unrealistic from interest rates to philanthropy. may lack the profit and funds to do a greater cause? For example, take records for video game sales upon If players collect multiple kills in one aspect of the game. Players team up In the past, several speakers have ad- so. A myriad of topics and answers St. Sebastian’s. This school would not its release in November of 2009, but life, they earn killstreaks, or prizes in abandoned, apocalyptic buildings dressed students about various topics. were introduced by Mr. Strachan, and exist without the donations of many it seems Black Ops is ready to seize that will increase their kills totals. barricaded by sandbags and two- Most recently Mr. Brian he covered a wide variety of subject families and individuals according those awards from its older brother. Whereas lower killstreaks are basi- by-fours and fight off waves of the Strachan, who works as a key finan- matters in depth, leaving students to Mr. Nerbonne. The same very well In the story mode, players cally radar enhancements, making undead Nazis killed in earlier games. cial advisor at Morgan Stanley Smith highly impressed with the knowl- goes for Harvard, the Rockefeller fight through a saga of historical eleven kills in one live can call in an As if zombies weren’t enough, play- Barney, addressed St. Sebastian’s edge imparted from Mr. Strachan. Foundation, and a myriad of many fiction based off of the action of the army of rabid, hungry dogs that will ers are forced to fend off dozens of students Tuesday, November 9. As a Mr. Nerbonne moderates the Fi- other institutions. Both Mr. Nerbonne Cold War. The game’s script, written chow down on the opponents. Do- electric, fire-breathing zombie dogs financial advisor, Mr. Strachan works nance Academy along with President and Mr. Strachan advocate that with the help of David Goyer, screen- ing well online will earn players CoD that charge and bite hopeless gam- with about thirty clients, generally Corey Peters. He shows a desire for wealth and philanthropy go hand in writer of The Dark Knight, is graced Points that can be used to purchase ers. No matter how well you fight very wealthy, and helps them man- students to especially learn that the hand. by the acting talents of Gary Oldman, guns, grenades, or perks, advantages them off, the zombies will eventually age their funds in terms of where myth that the rich are greedy and The Finance Academy plans Sam Worthington, Ed Harris, and Ice that boost a player’s capabilities in a eat your brains out (unless you beat the money should be invested, what selfish is simply not true. As Mr. Brian to have more speakers in the future Cube. From the Bay of Pigs Invasion certain aspect of the game. the level, but come on, that’ll never savings accounts to use, etc. He talked Strachan also pointed out, there is a to educate students and will also to the napalm-ridden battlefields While online multiplayer is generally happen). about many interesting topics, leaving death tax in every state except Flor- hold a stock game (with prizes!) this of Vietnam, the story takes players a blast, “noobs”, or inexperienced All in all, Call of Duty: Black an open-question environment for ida in the U.S., meaning that a large academic year. The goal of Finance through various cultures to save the players who ruin the fun of others, Ops has many attractive features to students, which led to the develop- percentage of one’s money goes over Academy is one of education of world at large. can be a pain. Whether by firing draw forth new players and reaf- ment of topics such as the advantages to the government when a person economic strategy, but again, as Mr. Although the campaign of grenades around the map, chasing firm the love of veterans. Whether and disadvantages between private dies (and has no spouse alive). The Nerbonne and Mr. Strachan prove, Black Ops is a jewel, most gung-ho players around with no intention players are interested in saving the and public businesses (most notably, tax is applied to the transfer of a per- the Academy also provides students Call of Duty enthusiasts will spend of killing them, or by screaming, world in campaign, raining fire on GM, or General Motors, plans to go son’s assets at death and is defined with the ability to manage their most of their time on the multiplayer blasting music, and blowing into the online enemies, or decapitating public in July this year to free itself by the Internal Revenue Service as “a personal lives in the future and also battlefields. Online, players challenge microphone by which players com- scary zombies, the various types of from government ownership and to tax on your right to transfer property teaches students that wealth and each other to matches in which the municate strategy, noobs are the gaming available in Black Ops make at your death.” The estate tax (rate of philanthropy go hand in hand, break- pay off its debt resulting from the winner is decided by the number of downfall of the entire game. it an instant classic that should not 55 percent) is imposed on any and all ing the general misconception. company’s bankruptcy from last year). kills, defusing and blowing up bombs, The final game mode, be missed by any interested gamer. Page 4 THE WALRUS November 2010 NHS Inducts New Members New Scheme Under Jr. Prez By Tom Nunan ‘11 ered in Mr. Albertson’s room behind pillar of Service, using many relevant closed doors (or the one closed door, examples from his experience on the more you sell, the cooler stuff the again it might also be cool for a On Thursday, October 21, By Peter Cimini ‘12 to be more accurate—unfortunately, School’s service trip to New Orleans. school gets. Those of you who are younger kid to do it for a few years. 2010, St. Sebastian’s inducted its it was very warm that day…). Se- He emphasized the truth that service Sitting in the pews on Mon- not going to sell any magazines… It doesn’t even have to be a student newest members into the Sister niors raised their hands individually is the best way to translate our day mornings, one must think why you aren’t cool. necessarily—the door is wide open. Evelyn C. Barrett, O.P. chapter of the and nominated their classmates for faith in God and love for human- the Student Council President makes National Honor Society (NHS). the offices of President, Vice Presi- ity from the language of ideal into a speech, almost about nothing, PC: Are there any long-term projects PC: Do you have a message to send Though the actual induc- dent, and Secretary. Each office was the reality of action. Vice President ranging from Chris Sullivan’s weekend on the table? to the community? tion ceremony took place on Octo- considered separately, and one per- Lucas Mykulak discussed the pillar fun to sunbathing while watching the ber 21st, preparation for the event son could be nominated for no more of Scholarship, and drove home the sailing team to heartfelt apologies. PM: Long term projects are a huge PM: First and foremost I just want began far in advance of that date. than one office. No one was allowed point that we must learn for the sake While these quick speeches often part of what we do at Student to thank everyone who helped me For one, those who were inducted to nominate himself. There were no of learning and not for the gratifica- offer a quick laugh, the true agenda Council. Right now we’re especially get to where I am now. Everyone only gained acceptance into NHS speeches involved, either. By the tion of high grades. Vice President of El Pres and his cabinet is often excited about the St. Seb’s Coffee who helped before and during my after having demonstrated their end of the nomination period, each Alex Spear spoke about Character, overlooked. So, I decided to sit down House program, which will be a set campaign, I luhh you. Thanks to the commitment to its four pillars office had at least four nominees. emphasizing the importance of with President Patrick McLaughlin of performances by the most musi- PMHC (Pat McLaughlin Haters Club), (Character, Scholarship, Leader- Then, each senior present silently honesty and concern for others on and discuss the many tasks that they cally gifted members of the commu- you guys keep me humble and fo- ship, Service) during their previous wrote on a piece of paper his choice the part of St. Sebastian’s students. have been working on. nity. For those of us of lesser musical cused and motivate me to do better. years of high school. Sophomores for each of the offices, one person Finally, President Tom Keefe elabo- talent, there will be refreshments or juniors who possess a minimum per office. rated upon the pillar of leadership, Peter Cimini: Yo Pat, what has the stu- provided as we take in the musical PC: Finally, any plans for reelection? grade point average of 85% toward Once the ballots had all citing the accomplishments of many dent council been up to recently? stylings of Sebs’ finest. the end of the school year are been received, NHS advisor Mr. Alb- superb generals of classical history. PM: The way I see it is I unfortunately eligible to be inducted into NHS ertson read all the names on every Mr. Ferguson commented later that Pat McLaughlin: At the moment, stu- PC: Do you plan on installing any cannot guarantee my reelection, the following year. Students in ballot meticulously while Tom Hoff he believed this particular induc- dent council is busy putting together new fundraisers in the near future” but I can guarantee that I’ll do the sophomore and junior classes ‘11, the designated scribe, recorded tion ceremony had perhaps the best the Winter Semi, based on a hilarious everything in my power to be right became aware of their eligibility a tally on the white board for each speeches of any of the previous scene from “Step Brothers”. Other PM: You know, in terms of “new” back in my throne at this time next in May of this past academic year. candidate. After each name was induction ceremonies. than that, we’re looking forward to fundraisers, were always sort of year. Also, anyone who rises against They then completed essays in read, abundant cheering followed, Succeeding the speeches, putting our surplus money into some- working through different ideas of me will be banished to eternal dark which they elaborated upon their particularly when two candidates those about to be inducted into NHS thing that the students and faculty what we can do to bring a fresh ap- oblivion by the awesome power of specific adherence to the four pil- for the same office were in a tight as well as the returning members can enjoy for years to come. One of proach to fundraising and things of the god Cthulu… that was kind of lars of NHS. Each of their teachers race, which happened often. The stated the traditional NHS pledge, the best ideas so far is to put together that nature. In my time as president, a weird thing to say. But I want the completed recommendation forms suspense increased. Eventually, Tom both recognizing the ideals of the framed, autographed jerseys of for- however, I’m really focused on process to be quick and easy so I on the students’ behalf, and then a Keefe was named President and Will Society and affirming their commit- mer Arrows now playing professional bringing back the long-time Seb’s can continue my boss flow for a few special committee (whose specific Vietze Secretary. The race for Vice ment to them. Each new inductee sports. Each jersey would also have a institutions like the Talent Show and more years, maybe even a third term membership is always kept secret) President was especially contested, was presented with a certificate thumbnail picture of the player from the MPA Madden Tournament, which with an illegal post-grad year. made the final decisions on which though. Alex Spear and Lucas Myku- and pin, signifying his newly gained his time at Sebs. Most likely, if we have faded over the past couple of students would be inducted into lak tied twice (in the first election membership into the National Honor decide to go through with the proj- years. These are traditionally our PC: Alright Patty, thanks for your the National Honor Society. and in a special run-off). In the end, Society, by Assistant Headmaster Mr. ect, the jerseys would be hung in the most successful fundraisers, and I time So, once the students to both were named Vice President, Nerbonne and Headmaster Burke. Lounge. And since I passed the “Every believe that they must be brought be inducted for the upcoming year and all was well. Following the inductions, Head- Good Idea or Joke is Hereby Consid- back. PM: Pleasure, I hope to check in with- have been selected, we’re ready Now we were ready for master Burke offered concluding ered Property of Pat” Act earlier this in a few months for another update. to have the induction ceremony, the ceremony (actually, there was remarks in which he recognized the year, regardless of whose idea that PC: Can I expect the return of the right? Wrong, actually. A further a rehearsal for it two days before— hard work of the inductees them- was, you all have me to thank. talent show then? There it is, the actual plans preparatory step happens in Octo- another preparatory step—but we selves, as well as that of their teach- of the student council have been dis- ber: the election of NHS officers for need not recount that). The actual ers and parents, which abundant PC: What are the plans for the Maga- PM: Yes, as I mentioned earlier, come covered. I don’t know about you, but the current school year. I did not ceremony assumed its usual form. effort gained the inductees their zine Drive Money? heck or high water my demands for I’m fired up for all of the awesome know anything about the process Mr. Nerbonne called the ceremony membership in NHS. A reception fol- the return of the Talent Show will be things on the docket. I would love for election of these officers until I to order, Father Arens offered an lowed in Ward Hall. PM: Great Question. Every year the met. Detractors from the talent show to see a celebrity host of the talent myself actually experienced it sev- opening prayer, Mr. Chambers led Congratulations to all the Magazine Drive is a big hit among will be penalized with a firm Austin show, maybe Conan O’Brien or Peter eral weeks ago. Here’s what it was us in singing “America the Beautiful,” inductees for all they have done the students. The participation of all Powers judo-chop. Griffin, but that’s just my thought. If like. Late one Thursday afternoon, NHS President Tom Keefe informed to merit their membership in the the students gives us the initiative you aren’t excited for what the future all of the returning members of Na- everyone about the history and National Honor Society. May they to bring it back every year. The truth PC: Any ideas for a host? I know its holds, then I don’t know what you tional Honor Society (that is, those purpose of the National Honor So- and all the members of NHS strive is a lot of money goes back to the going to be hard to replace Jamie enjoy because these future events seniors who had been inducted as ciety, and then the speeches began. to uphold constantly the pillars of students in the various prize giving Curley ‘09. are the best the Student Council has juniors the previous year) gath- Secretary Will Vietze spoke about the Character, Leadership, Scholarship, events, but we do add to the student ever come up with. and Service. council bank a sum of the surplus. The PM: I’d like to see a senior do it, then Semi has Riverboat Theme By Matt Fechtelkotter ‘12 one could where a southern style to hold a semi. However, the repre- Many juniors and seniors three piece white suit. A pocket sentatives took a poll of who was from St. Sebastians and ladies from watch would also look extremely thinking of going this fall. Enough other schools are excited for the stylish. One could also where a of the students raised their hands upcoming trip to New Orleans. Not panama hat, which is always adds to that they decided that a semi would for Mr. Nunan’s annual service trip. ones attire. be a decent idea. Also in past years, Rather, for the junior senior semi As always, Chef Joe is providing the the semi has always had incredible formal. food. During last year’s freshman decorations. Therefore, if there is This year, the junior and senior sophomore semi, Chef Joe provided going to be a semi, any one who student council members offered excellent food, ranging from chicken can, should go, for all of the student up three possible themes, which the fingers, French fries, and pizza. Then council will have put in the effort to students voted on in class meetings. for dessert, fried twinkies, chocolate decorate ward hall, and organize the The three themes were, Pokemon, chip cookies, and slushies were pro- food. Similarly, we have already had NASCAR, or a New Orleans riverboat. vided. Based on the past food selec- a very successful fall dance, which After the votes had been tallied up, tion, we can only guess what kind of was attended by many people. Now the official theme was revealed as great food Chef Joe will provide for a why can’t a lot of these students go New Orleans riverboat. New Orleans riverboat. to the semi? So if it’s possible for you This theme has potential for Despite great themes in to travel to St. Sebastians School on greatness, for there are a great deal of past years, the semis have been the tenth of December, you should. lightly attended. As a result, the It’s definitely going to be a great ways in which a student can interpret Both Mr. Wu and Our President are practicing their poker faces for the December Semi. the dress for the semi. For example, student council almost decided not time. COMPETE FOR PRIZES HERE! The Secret Rooms of St. Sebs By Nick Creegan ‘11 kitchen on top of a sand dune in the search for Mrs. Atwood’s pre-algebra Sahara desert. class. Nevertheless, the roles reverse “Hey Mom, can you come And what other secrets in later grades when upperclassmen 1. NAME THAT TEACHER Competition get me? Yeah, I’m in the academic does the school hold? There are desperately try to remember where This month’s Featured Teacher was born in Newton, and though this teacher spent a lot of child- building.” We’ve all said it. Those many more mysteries held within Mr. Dagdigian’s classroom is hidden. long days in middle school (or high hood in Acton, he/she also spent time in England, Ireland, Hong Kong, and Singapore. In high school, this the walls of the “academic building.” The school also offers some of the school if, like me, you still don’t have a teacher played football and basketball, as well as Tecmo Bowl, the precursor to the Madden Video Games How about the Ward Underground best views on the entire eastern sea- license) when you still enjoyed loung- Tunnel that David Leith ‘11 men- board. For example, Mr. Chris Lynch’s series. This teacher spent his childhood both with lots of girls (having only sisters) and in the principal’s office ing around the library, studying for tioned in his infamous president classroom looks out over the entire (being a big trouble-maker in school). This teacher attended none other than Boston College. a test, slyly playing Slime Soccer, or election speech? Sure, it was a good campus and offers some of the best Favorites include Chicken Pot Pie for lunch, Burritos anytime, and the Celtics to watch on TV. The making absurd Yoshi noises. But what way to make a bunch of kids laugh. seating arrangements in the build- teacher’s favorite athlete is Bo Jackson (he or she was quite adamant about this!) and his or her favorite holi- is this building? What is the “academic But did people realize the legitimacy ing. It is conveniently located across day is Thanksgiving. And music? The Stones and Arcade Fire. building”? Yes, observant seventh of David’s idea? Ironically enough, if from the library and is arguably the During spare time, this teacher enjoys going to concerts, walking on the beach in Southie, and grader, it is a building for academics. they had paid attention to the scen- best classroom in the school. singing in the car. This teacher is not a fan of “Ugly Sweater Day” and hopes that they will receive a decent But, as students learn throughout ery as they had made their way to Therefore, there is a lot sweater (for once). their career in school, the building their pews that morning, they would more to St. Sebastian’s then a holds many more secrets than can be have realized that the administration great education and competitive WHO IS IT???? seen at first glance. had already considered and enacted sports teams. The school’s facilities The Birmingham Academic this fantastic idea. That’s right, David are some of the most interesting You may have to do some detective work. Once you think you know, cut out the section below and submit Building is without a doubt one of the Leith is a plagiarist... but let’s not and historic in the entire world. it in the green drop box in Mr. Drummond’s room for a prize! (It’s in Room 215, just to the right as you enter.) most unique buildings in the entire get off topic. Hidden beneath the There are secret rooms, such as Mr. world. Dubai may have the tallest stairwell near the entrance to St. Nerbonne’s hidden lair to the right I, ______, believe that the mystery teacher for this issue is building in the world, but Needham Bartholomew's Parish is a padlocked of the entrance of the library, and ______. YEE HAW! has a brick building that has some of door, and behind that door is the famous ones, such as Ward Hall, the most interesting rooms around. Ward Underground Tunnel. Though where everyone congregates each There are secrets held within these it is now locked due to student mis- lunch period. There is the gigantic walls that, until now, were not even use, there was a day that the tunnel McCulloch room, where food is 2. ARROWS TRIVIA Competition known to some alumni. flourished as a major hub of trans- often served and random kids creep Take, for example, the portation for the school. In fact, it is through the back doors, inquir- To compete for a major candy prize in this month’s Trivia Competition, answer the three questions second floor bathroom. For most, it is rumored that a fifth Kingsley brother ing, “Pizza?” Whether you love your below in full and write your name in the space provided. Then tear off this corner and submit your entry to a bathroom. As far as most passerby still roams the tunnel, guarding classes or not, it is undeniable that, the green drop box in Room 215, just to the right as you enter the room. A drawing will be held in Decem- are concerned, it is another necessity secrets that are buried deep within as Friendly’s says, the room makes in a giant building, or perhaps a safe ber to determine the winner. YOUR NAME: ______the school. the meal. haven for a quick text message. But, Beyond the most intricate The classroom situation at Sebs is as all St. Sebastian’s students soon secrets that the world has to offer, St. one that can either make or break Q1: Which two St. Sebastian’s teachers are cousins? ______discover, that room is much more Sebastian’s also boasts some of the an entire academic career. As a than a bathroom. It has actually been most interesting class rooms in the whole, the school is host to some of ______scientifically proven that there is a world. The math wing, in example, the best rooms in the entire world. gateway to Hell somewhere in that is one of the cleverest decisions So next time you think you’ll call Q2: Which Sebs’ sport has had an official Varsity standing for the least amount of time? bathroom. As a matter of fact, I once ever made by Arrow Administration. up your mom and tell her to come ______read a statistic on the internet that Sure, coming back to school after to the “academic side,” take a few the only room in the world that has the summer is tough, but there’s not minutes to explore—just don’t get Q3: Who was the St. Sebastians’ Headmaster before Mr. Burke? ______reached hotter temperatures than anything funnier then watching a caught... and you didn’t hear it from _ the second floor bathroom is a small group of seventh graders frantically me. Seriously, you didn’t...for real. November 2010 THE WALRUS Page 5 If Dillon Ran The Auction... Celebrity Look-Alike By Dillon Ecclesine ‘11 S E N I O R E D I T O R St. Sebastian’s Christmas Auction is one of the year’s most defining moments. It is a time for parents to gather in an attempt to raise money for their children’s beloved school, what we are lucky enough to call our own. To start off this discussion, I’d like to propose a situation: what if there were no auction? This would be just terrible. The auction is a time to parents to drop bills for their old pal, St. Sebastian, and without said cash, the school would immediately see changes for the worse: a change to leather helmets in foot- ball, students receiving only one chicken patty every Monday, no more soft serve machine, fries placed in ketchup when there is clearly space elsewhere…Wait a minute, scratch that last one. Either way, raising money is a vital part of keeping us well fed and maintaining daily life, so I shudder to think what would happen if no money was raised on the ever-important night of December 4th.

Among other things auctioned off include the usual – Celtics ticket, video game systems, vacations, etc. – great items for the holiday season. Word has it that there will even be a sailing adventure with The Son of Kelly himself, Mr. Nerbonne. Life really doesn’t get any better than that. The only other thing as exciting as a boat ride with Nerbana is watching David Leith ’11 get plowed on every Kickoff Return this year, especially during the final game of the year versus Thayer, when David made a new friend in big #32, who was kind enough to introduce David’s back to Thayer’s freshly seeded grass. Hopefully the waters will be calm, with little to no “Nerbulance” on the voyage. Bring your sunscreen. After giving you guys a little recap on this year’s Auction, I’m now going to list a few things that I really feel should have made the cut this year. Had I been running the Auction, these ten things would certainly have been open for bidding: 1.) David Leith’s autographed game-used jersey from this year’s football season. WOW! What a collectible. Take my word Nick Chappel Mr. Hall for it, in twenty years this thing will be worth seven figures. You ever seen this guy play? He’s got NFL Draft written all over him. ESTIMATED VALUE: $4500 Same school, same town, same hair, same face...so what’s the difference? 2.) A yearlong contract that guarantees no fries being placed in your ketchup. Are you kidding me? This item is an abso- lute gem. You couldn’t get this deal on eBay. What a snag. ESTIMATED VALUE: $2000 3.) Three Golf Lessons with Mr. Cressotti. You all know that Mr. Cressotti is a Latin guru. But I bet you didn’t know his John Dacier Addresses Veterans handicap is almost down to a scratch. He can bring it on the golf course, and I’m sure he has some great stories to tell you about some golfing adventures. ESTIMATED VALUE: $3000 By Matt Donovan ‘13 be speaking in front of his seventy that he used was a family that flies classmates, but in front of veterans 4.) One A+ in a class of your choice. This is a peach, to say the least. No work in any class, with a guaranteed A+? Doesn’t It was a grim October an American flag outside their home. buzzing to hear that their service to get any better than that. ESTIMATED VALUE: $5500 afternoon when John Dacier, a Seb’s Dacier concluded his speech, and this country is not in vain. sophomore, mentioned the words the audience praised his speech and The day finally came, and 5.) One day in which you may call teachers by their first names, without getting in trouble. Who comes up with the “West Point” to Mr. Nerbonne. Im- delivery with a robust applause. The Dacier arrived behind Needham stuff? This is, once again, an absolute gem. For all of you out there who have had a burning desire to just approach a mediately, the thought of the annual audience included St. Sebs sopho- teacher and say, “Hello, [Insert Teacher Name Here].” Don’t try and act like you don’t want this, you know who you are. High School greeted by hundreds of Veterans Day ceremony at Memorial mores Tommy Kelly and Joe Cough- ESTIMATED VALUE: $1200 Veterans milling around and social- Park in Needham popped into Mr. lin, who were not only applauding, izing with each other, many of which Nerbonne’s head. It is Dacier’s ambi- but yelling. While still basking in the 6.) A weeklong opportunity to give other students a detention. Hey, remember that kid who nuggeted your backpack fought together in the army, navy, tion to attend a military academy, glory of his successful speech, Dacier last week? Ya, me too. He could be in detention right now if you convince your parents to drop some Franklin’s on or the air force. Dacier then pro- this one-of-a-kind chance. ESTIMATED VALUE: $1400 whether it is West Point or any other was approached by a reporter from ceeded to meet the other speakers school. Naturally, Dacier accepted Mr. the local Needham newspaper. He at the ceremony, which included a 7.) Breaking the ground at the new science center. Make your mark on Seb’s history, and take the honorary first dig. How Nerbonne’s proposal that he speak pulled John aside and asked for a Needham State Representative and cool would that be to come back in 30 years and tell your son, “Ya, Jack. I built that.” Pretty darn cool, let me tell you. at the ceremony on Veterans Day. quote in the Needham paper, but a Needham High Student. When the ESTIMATED VALUE: $7500 Seb’s alumni Joe Albanese spoke at John couldn’t think of anything to Needham student finished, Dacier, last year’s ceremony, so Dacier would say, so the reporter wrote down 8.) The chance to follow Mr. Palmaccio around for a full day. Let me tell you this much, it would undoubtedly be the speech vibrating, stepped up to have a hard act to follow. With every something that he told John to say. greatest day of your life. You’d learn a lot, let me tell you. And you’d have a few chuckles along the way. Go math! the podium and began to speak. day that passed, Dacier’s anticipation For most Sebs’ students, Veterans ESTIMATED VALUE: $6200 Dacier’s speech consisted of his for the speech multiplied. Dacier had Day is a day to catch up on sleep and definition of a patriot, and that one 9.) The Coach Souza Motivational Speaking CD: Volume 1. This item has never hit stores before. Featuring all your favor- spoken publicly before, but this was play a couple dozen hours of Call of does not have to be a soldier to be ite sayings, this CD will really help you “pin your ears back and get after it.” You’ll certainly be playing for “48 Minutes.” very different than his seb’s chapel Duty, but for John Dacier, Veterans a patriot. One example of a patriot ESTIMATED VALUE: $5800 speeches. This time, Dacier would not Day 2010 will be one to remember. 10.) Front row tickets to a Mr. Ferguson and Mr. Wilbur matchup. This situation has been the talk of the town for many years, but no conclusion has ever been reached. Quite frankly, I wouldn’t want to face either one of them, but I guess that’s why I got demoted this year to the fourth string quarterback. ESTIMATED VALUE: $12000 Juniors Journey to Hub of USA So there you have it. Take it as you will. That’s what I’d be auctioning off, but unfortunately (and I’m sure you Like other historic sights, the graves in his homeland. While his identity can see why) I don’t get to put any of that up for grabs. As Mr. Albertson would say, “It’s just one of those things that By Kevin Wolfe ‘12 th brought the group closer to the lives may never be known, the photo-op drives you bats!” So feel free to come and volunteer to help on December 4 , more help is always needed. It will be On the early morning of of those buried, giving each person a surely added humor and enjoyment a great time, trust me. But in all seriousness, we appreciate all that you do for the school, so thank you! Sunday, November 14th, the junior connection to feel between himself to the trip. class descended upon America’s capi- and those passed away in the Ken- The time that followed in the tal city. Knowing that the torch had nedy family. Fortunately, as heavy Georgetown section of the district THE THANKSGIVING SURVEY been passed down to them, those in fatigue began to set in from the gave the students two free hours By JOHN BARRACK and JARED CHASE the Class of 2012 were ready to make non-stop sightseeing, the time came to eat at a restaurant of choice and the annual trip and represent St. Se- for the group to return to the hotel explore the area. Upon returning to As the year flies by, we find ourselves enveloped in great stress. However, with Thanksgiving coming up, we bastian’s in a proud and respectable to check in and unpack. the hotel, the students and chaper- thought it would be eye opening and a healthy hiatus to think of what we’re truly thankful for: manner. After a quick hour of ones headed to the reception room MR. CLEARY: Grandparents’ Day at MR. DESCHENES: That none of my TOM MURPHY: Pop Tarts At 6:15am sharp, the group relaxation, Mr. Burke rounded up to meet with Headmaster Burke and my grandson’s preschool students will be at my house. met at school to start the first leg of everyone for dinner. The destination a group of St. Seb’s alumni. Amongst SAM RACINE: Toaster Strudel a long journey to Washington. Once was Phillip’s Restaurant, a fantas- the Alumni present, three spoke MR. SIMONEAU: Kanye West finally MR. GROHMANN: Vests. the bus arrived at Logan, the students tic seafood buffet located on the about their careers in Washington apologizing to Taylor Swift NICK FRANCO: Bunnies received their boarding passes and banks of the Potomac in the district. and gave advice to the junior class as MS. DIBLASI: My students. waited in the terminal for the flight Everyone in the group enjoyed the they initiate the college process and to board. The unfortunate few who MR. MCCARTHY: Disposable diapers MICHAEL HOFF: ESPN.com delicious array of food as well as the begin to think about the direction of MR. THOMASY: 45-minutes classes somehow managed to miss Mr. Dan famous southern hospitality of the life after education. After dessert and COLE ALDRICH: God Burke’s oft-reiterated dress code waiting staff. As dinner came to a the speeches, the reception con- MR. SULLIVAN: My family memo soon reappeared from the PAUL LEE: All you can eat buffets close, one student volunteered to cluded and the students returned BRIAN WOLPE: Me bathroom in the appropriate attire give a speech recounting what he upstairs for time to relax and enjoy. MR. WILBUR: My daughters ready with the rest of the group to had learned from that day. Amongst While sixty young men were invad- WILL ADAMS: Triathalons embark on the trip. Although the some meaningless yet comedic jar- ing the hallways and pool in the ho- MIKE PETRO: My beard MR. RYAN: Notre Dame football, lack of sleep from the previous night gon, this student called attention to tel, there came no incidents worthy but without Charlie Weis CHRIS WARNER:L Boston College caused great fatigue amongst the his realization that we were similar of receiving attention here. TYSON REED: Healthy feet group, the energetic and excited to a family on this trip. Indeed, we Although Tuesday was the attitude held by the students and the had all come closer together that last day in Washington, the group chaperones set a precedent for the day like a family. That strong bond concluded the trip well by visiting JV Football Goes Undefeated smooth running of the trip. developed in the group would make the last important sights of the city. After arriving at Baltimore When JV stepped off the defeat of Seb’s Varsity Football to its the visit an even more enjoyable and The Holocaust Museum showed By Mike Petro ‘13 safely, the group quickly filed onto bus at Belmont Hill, several play- Milton counterpart. The last game memorable experience as the time an in depth view of Nazi Germany the two buses provided and headed Many people on the 2010 ers remarked that the other team against BB&N, however, proved passed. and the Nazi Holocaust perhaps in the direction of Washington D.C. St. Sebastian’s JV football team will seemed considerably larger than a to be quite the show of force for After a long night of unseen by many in the group prior Before entering the district itself, the tell you that the team can best be normal JV team. Although the BH all involved. It just so happened touring the city’s famous sites, the to the visit. As the day progressed, buses made the first stop at George described as a family business. What team had some big boys, the game to be filmed, and has proved to group retired to their hotel rooms the group made a short trip to Washington’s Mount Vernon planta- business might that family be in? held fast to the ancient saying “the be essentially a highlight reel for for a much-needed sleep. The next the Smithsonian where lunch was tion. For those that had never before According to Coach Curran, winning bigger they are, the harder they fall”. everybody. Here is a small snippet day came abruptly as neither the served and time was allotted to visited the site, the opportunity to see is that business. The season pretty With an impressive showing from of the amazing happenings of this students nor the chaperones were explore the many exhibits. Everyone Washington’s property provided great much followed that ideal as the team the O-line, the Arrows blew holes game: Conor Hilton ’13 got several ready to awake again at such an managed to find the Air and Space insight into how the first president claimed the first undefeated JV squad through the defense and quickly touchdowns, one from 80 yards and early hour. After reenergizing at Museum where the bus waited to lived outside of his government of- (7-0) in some time. racked up some points. Unfortunate- another from fifty. There were at breakfast, the group left the hotel bring the students and chaperones fice. It all began with a power- ly, Belmont Hill took a similar course least two picks, most notably by MJ to finally visit the heart of Washing- back to the Baltimore Airport. Before After exploring the prop- ful kick-off game at Thayer in which of action. Then the defense pulled it Muldowny ’12 and Arturo Adkins ton. The brief subway ride brought leaving the district, Mr. Burke made erty extensively, the time came several players got the chance to “get together and St. Sebastian’s claimed ’14. Connor Chabot ’13 got a great everyone to the Capitol Hill, a sight sure the grade caught a glimpse of for a guided tour of Washington’s a good look” and show off some of victory in a well-contested game. tackle, and even Ike Chukwu ’13 as visually attractive as it is interest- the White House. After the class pic- mansion. Although the writer here their hidden nuggets of skill. Among Although the game at woke up and got a sack. Another ing. The group circled the Capital ture in front of the famous residence, failed to attend that part of the visit, them was Brendan Daly ’13, who Roxbury Latin began with a couple player charged so hard through the Building to view the exterior and the trip in Washington had ended the students and chaperones that happened to demolish any players penalties against an unnamed guard BB&N lines that he almost left his later entered into the tourist section. and thus started the journey home. partook in the activity thoroughly that dared to place themselves in his (not Wolpe ‘13), the offensive line belt-less pants behind. One might Walking through the Capital and Visiting the nation’s capital enjoyed themselves nevertheless. way and earned his way to several pulled it together to cope with a have described the game as Caesar experiencing the history of the gov- gave both the students and chaper- Shortly after, the group departed for touchdowns as well as a later spot on very decent linebacker. As the game Crossing the Rhine––when the giant ernment gave the group even more ones a strengthened admiration for the Arlington National Cemetery. the varsity team. Thayer was handily progressed with near shutout qual- Doug Kingsley ‘12 walked onto the appreciation for the ways in which the basis on which the country was Although for some the long walk up defeated, and JV proceeded to do ity, it came to a rather rapid ending. field, the opposing team scattered in our country functions. founded and still functions today. the hill proved to be a tough chal- battle against BC High the next week. It appeared as though Billy Behman his shadow. The final was 48-0, and After completing the The American ideals of life, liberty, lenge, everyone eventually reached The game took place on a ’13 got fed up with not playing the incredible undefeated season tours of the Capital, Newseum, and and the pursuit of happiness were the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier cold, rainy Wednesday when many and in his first play of the game, he was complete. National Archives, the group made clearly seen within the presidential to attend the three o’clock Chang- teams had either cancelled or post- actually ended the game. The poor After asking many students their way to the subway station. monuments, the government build- ing of the Guards ceremony. Once poned games and practices. There the RL quarterback had no idea what hit what they thought about the JV Along the walk, a small of group of ings, the museums, and the entire the group understood exactly what St. Sebastian’s team stood, waiting for him and ended up unconscious on football team, the answer is pretty students bumped into a short, oddly city itself. Such a trip is necessary the demanding job of the guard forty-five minutes, in the rain, for the the ground. Luckily he was okay, but much unanimous: “This team is a dressed man and his apparent en- for all people, those American and entailed, each person gained a great delayed BC High game. Despite some his team was now one player short great source of hope for next year’s tourage. Seeing the opportunity, the those not, to understand and appre- appreciation for measures taken by initial doubt as to whether or not the and JV was handed the game. Billy varsity team”, and “it’s just amazing”. students convinced the man and his ciate what makes the United States the military to ensure that lives of lost Eagles would show, the contest be- has since made a tradition of trying The team intends to keep it that way companions to take a picture. Not the nation that it is. Much gratitude soldiers never become forgotten. gan with a powerful offense from the to demolish at least one person dur- as many players will hit the weight long after, the entire grade rushed is owed to all the faculty members Separated from the Tomb of the opposition. As the second half began ing the fourth quarter of each game. room to prepare for next season’s in to join the photo. The enthusiasm behind the planning and orchestrat- Unknown Soldier by only a short with a 14-0, the JV team unleashed Milton Academy was dealt hopeful repeat victory. Although this of the man and his group during the ing of the trip including Mr. Sullivan, walk was the grave sight of a few its fury and proceeded to pull out an with swiftly as JV avenged the recent season may be over, the conquest of picture led the students to believe Mr. Burke, Mr. Eaton, Mr. Curran, Mr. important Kennedy family members. amazing comeback. JV football has only just begun. that he may have some sort of fame Thomas, and Mr. Grohmann. Page 6 THE WALRUS November 2010 POINT and COUNTERPOINT Qdoba Owns Chipotle Chipotle Dominates Qdoba By Bobby Wright ‘12 tion of chicken and vegetables sive grunt from behind the counter. By Chris Stadler ‘12 with our youth. It’s public figures citrus flavor. Chipotle’s pinto beans gracing my pallet, but there's more. Startled, I give my order to the em- like Jack. He’s the type of creature are also more flavorful, as they’ve For those of you who do At the end of the counter there is ployee. She scoops a white, sticky that makes you want to pull an been prepared with some bacon It's difficult to put the not know me my name is Chris an assortment of baked goods to collection of goop they call rice Oedipus say good bye to the eyes or too. Chicken, the most popular meat Qdoba experience into words; the Stadtler, and for those of you who enjoy for dessert; a nice brownie or into the unsteamed, stale tortilla, run to Nepal to take refuge with the for a burrito, is the best at Chipotle. atmosphere of the restaurant itself, do know me, maybe this is where perhaps a chocolate chip cookie. I and from there proceeds to load Supreme Master Godangel. It is marinated far better and is of a the cheeriness of their employees, the problem lies. Why is this stone pay for my purchase, the total being it with cold, tough chicken, soggy far better quality, compared to the and more importantly, their luscious handed ratoncito telling me about a mere eight dollars and seventy black beans, and a gross, soup sauce The atmosphere of Chipo- shrapnel that is served at Qdoba. burritos. Through the years, Qdoba which Mexican food to eat, especially five cents, and stroll over to one of which could barely pass as salsa. tle is far superior, also. Everything Chipotle also has braised carnitas, has proven itself as the apex of in this economy, you might be asking the tables to sit down and enjoy my Then, she mashes the burrito into is sleek and simple with a metallic barbacoa, adobo-marinated and Mexican style chain restaurants, and yourself. But, let me stop you right food. Once at my table, It's just me an unholy abomination of spoiled and 21st century edge, even the grilled steak for their burritos and with fame, comes shameful mockery there and bring us back to an airport, and my 8"x 3" manwhich. I take my ingredients. I make my purchase menu boards, which won’t confuse tacos, compared to far more basic and distasteful knockoffs, the most as I and Bobby Wright, writer of the first bite of the perfectly rolled bur- and walk uncomfortably back to anyone. Qdoba just does not have options at Qdoba. Both places, also, popular of which is the moderately pro-Qdoba article, waited to depart rito and sit back in my chair. It can't my table. I unwrap the wet, soggy that visual theme to distinguish itself offer a similar number of salsas, new Chipotle. Chipotle attempted from Washington D.C. and end our get any better than this. sack of chicken and vegetables and with, unlike most other success- ranging from spicy to hot. While the to take the Mexican style chain res- class trip. I asked Bobby Wright ful restaurants. Comparing Qdoba salsas are fairly even, Qdoba does taurant scene by storm, but before At Qdoba, you have an take a bite. Chewing, I am reduced about our impending Walrus articles. and Chipotle’s atmospheres is like have a few that just don’t make the it could get its feet of the ground, infinite selection of tasty treats to to tears as the putrid horror fills my He responded, by saying, that he comparing a normal room at St. cut, such as the verde and the rather it was eclipsed by the far superior choose from. One may find them- mouth. And there I sat, facedown in simply “had no idea what to say.” Sebastain’s to Mr. Wu’s room. Mr. soupy pico de gallo. Overall, Chipo- burrito super power that is Qdoba. selves asking, " Do I want chicken, my food, weeping. That should be your first thought. Wu has an entire town on his chalk tle’s burritos and tacos are simply When will they learn? steak or pulled pork in my burrito?" Simply put, Chipotle truly Bobby Wright really does not know board, complete with a Panera Bread tastier, along with their wide variety The Qdoba experience or possibly, "Should I get guacamole lacks integrity. The employees show what he’s talking about, but let the and a Burger King Gas Station, while of burrito bowls and fajita burritos. starts to hit me as soon as I set or sour cream...or both?" or maybe no passion for their work, they kids play and lets take the battle to the typical teacher’s room has books. even, " Am I ready for the fiery clearly don't care enough about the Walrus. The time has come, after foot inside the restaurant. With Furthermore, one question habanero salsa?" Qdoba lets you their restaurants to make sure the all, to talk of many things: of bur- lights dimmed, and soothing music Despite the importance of that is often overlooked is where are make these choices yourself, and quality of their ingredients is up to ritos and tortillas and bean men, of echoing in the background, I start Qdoba’s questionable origins and the ingredients coming from. As you no matter what you may decide, it's par, and to top it all off, the food is lettuce and kings. Anyway I will stop feeling comfortable and at home, lack of an atmosphere, the crux of can see and taste at Chipotle, they guaranteed to be delicious, all at a gross, not to mention overpriced. talking about Bobby right there, for ready to scarf down some delectable this debate lies within the quality are coming from family farms that competitive price. In opposition to They are truly a disgrace to the risk of bullying. burritos. Next thing I know, I am at of the food. Both restaurants offer a avoid the artificial hormones and Qdoba stands a wretched estab- restaurant industry as a whole, and, the counter, where I am greeted by similar menu with burritos, quesadil- harmful fats. To put it simply Chipo- lishment which defiles the world with all things considered, Chipotle Facts are Chipotle is just a an enthusiastic employee with the las, and tacos. In all of these prod- tle is food cooked with integrity. of Mexican style chain restaurants: remains inferior to the supreme better restaurant, as I have discov- words, " Welcome to Qdoba, what ucts lies the tortilla. My opponent Founder Steve Ells set out on a goal Chipotle. champion, Qdoba ered over the course of multiple din- can I get for you?" As I gaze up at the will most likely try to make some low to create a fast food restaurant with Chipotle's slogan is, " In conclusion, Chipotle ing experiences at both places. The menu, my eyes widening with ex- jab about how Chipotle’s tortillas good ingredients and even better Chipotle: gourmet without the at- shouldn't feel too bad about itself. first facts that should be considered citement, all I hear from the employ- are poor, but I won’t sink that low. A tasting food. Although McDonald’s is titude." However, I believe it should Many chains have tried to imitate are the back grounds of Chipotle and ee is, " Hey, are you ready to have the tortilla is a tortilla and there’s no way the largest stock holder of Chipotle, be changed too, " Chipotle: gourmet Qdoba's impeccable style, taste, and Qdoba. Founder of Chipotle, Steve best damn burrito of your LIFE!?!?" I around it. Both Qdoba’s and Chipo- McDonald’s had to sign an agree- without class or dignity...or taste overall atmosphere, but all have Ells, dedicated himself to using fresh respond with an enthusiastic " Why tle’s are nearly identical, so settle ment upon purchasing the company for that matter" Upon entering failed. No other chains seem to be ingredients and creating healthy yes I am!" as I rattle off my order to down. to continue to uphold the high Chipotle, I was thrust into an eerie able to capture the true essence of foods. Health.com often praises the the employee. I watch as they steam standards that Chipotle began with environment, very similar to that traditional Mexican style cooking quality. Qdoba on the other hand is the tortilla too perfection, scoop the Burritos are the most popu- and they have succeeded thus far. of an abandoned warehouse or my that Qdoba recreates so well, and owned by Jack in the Box, which is fresh and delicious white rice onto lar dishes at Qdoba and Chipotle, so grandmothers creepy, unfinished because of this, Qdoba remains nothing more than a bad fast food the soon to be burrito, along with they will be addressed first. The rice I smell a change in the Mex- basement. The lighting is nearly unchallenged as the pinnacle of chain with a creepy mascot who the organic black beans, the tender and beans for burritos are far differ- ican fast food business and Chipotle non existent, and it lacks any sort burrito joints across the country. looks like a snow man trying to sell grilled chicken, the tangy salsa ent, as the rice at Chipotle is fresher, is going strong, especially when of ambience music, so you are left Because of this Qdoba deserves to hamburgers to little boys and girls verde, and the cheese and guaca- with more of that lively cilantro compared to the likes of Qdoba. mole to top it all off. In the words to listen to the sounds of you and have a new slogan a la White Good- and yet we wonder whats wrong of Aly and Aj, proclaimed Disney your peers breathing and chewing, man from the hit movie Dodgeball: teeny boppers, " Every inch of me is certainly some gross noises. As I a True Underdog Story: "Qdoba: like whoa". Like whoa is right. I can tentatively walked up to order my we're better than you, and we know already feel that flawless combina- food, I am greeted by an aggres- it!" Republicans Seize House possible, as they actually have con- a baby if the Republicans help his By Tom Hoff ‘11 trol in the House of Representatives. cause by creating a rift. Senior Editor There is no more super majority In addition to two wars, one which can push through an all-Dem- And, lastly, we have to from which we are withdrawing, a ocratic Senate Bill. focus on Massachusetts. Deval bad economy, critics in every direc- If such collaboration were Patrick retained his executive status tion, and everything else that comes to happen, wouldn’t that be better in The Commonwealth, defeating with being President, Barack Obama for the country? Now, it seems that Charlie Baker and Tim Cahill. He won now has a new Speaker of the House our main two political parties hate because of our state’s wellbeing. sitting over his left shoulder. On each other more than Bird’s Celtics Massachusetts is above the national Tuesday, November 2, the Repub- and Magic’s Lakers. How long can average – and close to the top – in lican Party captured the House of that work? With the recent elections many categories, such as graduation Representatives, taking their number ushering in a change in power, it rate, state deficit, and employment from 178 to 242 (out of 435), easily seems that collaboration is the only rate. In other news, there were two securing the majority. option. The Executive and Legisla- binding questions on our ballots Now, we wonder what the tive branches can’t stay divided just which both could have gone either 112th U.S. congress holds. Of course, for the sake of division. But what way and affected our lives directly, Randy’s feeling the heat, first with the Vikes and then the Titans, after leaving the New England Patriots the incumbent president almost could happen? Well, hopefully an Questions #1 and #3. (Question #2 always loses House and Senate seats economic solution. Democrats and never had much of a chance of be- in the off-election years. But 64 Republicans tend to be the most ing overturned.) With Question #1, seats? The sweeping change in ma- divided on how to collect and spend our alcohol tax was repealed after Randy Moss: Feeling Regret? the government’s money, but, if they being implemented in mid 2009. jority? Now we wonder if progress older you get the more your skills can reach an agreement on a plan Our citizens voted that the declin- By Ryan Wolfsberg ‘13 Kraft, Bill Belichick and Tom Brady, is possible, both from our President supposedly diminish, but I think I to get us out of this recession, only ing Massachusetts alcohol sales and also spent time talking and and his Congress. The last time the During the month of Octo- am getting wiser in how to use my good will come for us now and in and their lighter wallets warranted laughing with them and many of his House changed hands after a Presi- ber, Randy Moss was traded by the physical skills. That's the frustrating the future. the law’s repeal. However, that vote former teammates. He did not look dent’s first two years was 1994, with Patriots, waived by the Vikings and part when you put so much heart Yet, there is more that we only puts us back to 2009, and does like a man who has any animosity Bill Clinton. In fact, Clinton had lost was picked up by the Titans. This was and desire into things and feel like learn from the elections in 2010. not restrict Massachusetts’ overall towards the Patriots. Moss’s post senate seats because he had failed an unprecedented spectacle of transi- you are not wanted." But, accord- First, the Tea Party. What to say welfare, unlike Question #3. Knock- game interviewing was very telling on an attempt for Health Care, the tion for a single player in the National ing to Shalise Manza Young of the about it? This branch of the Re- ing down our sales tax from 6.25% to when he said, "I miss the team. It bill which Obama finally put through Football League. The football star Boston Globe, Coach Bill Belichick publican Party seems to have done 3% would have hamstrung anything was hard for me to come here and the House earlier this year, though it described his personal circumstances approached Moss during the pre- more good for Democrats than bad. and everything that runs on govern- play. I just want to be able to tell was never as comprehensive as he as an “emotional roller coaster.” An season about starting discussion Just ask Harry Reid. The Democrats’ ment money. Public schools? Try the guys that I miss the hell out originally wanted. Clinton turned emotional roller coaster ride indeed, over a new contract extension. Senate Majority Leader was assumed teacher cuts. Roads? Hope you like of them, every last helmet in that to the economy, a field in which he that was self-caused. Now that the Interestingly, Moss replied by saying to be in his final two months of potholes. Parking tickets? Well, to locker room. I don’t know how many excelled. He worked through bipar- dust has begun to settle in New Eng- that it was not the right time and Congressional Service. Instead, he account for the lost revenue, those more times I am going to be up here tisan efforts, but one must wonder if land, there is an interesting question that they would talk after the season. pulled out a win, and almost every may have risen to $100 for parking in New England, but I am going to such effort is possible today. During to ponder -- does Moss regret leaving It seems that the animosity between political analyst feels that a tradi- one inch too close to an intersection. leave the New England Patriots and Obama’s presidency, Republicans the Patriots? Moss and the Patriots was escalating tional Republican with half a clear New speeding ticket fines? I don’t Coach Belichick here with a salute. have stood strong against anything Randy Moss, a fan favorite, will to irreparable levels and at the end message would have taken Reid’s even wanna know. But this decision I love you guys. I miss you.” Moss and everything our federal leader go down as one of the best wide of the day Moss found himself in an spot. Christine O’Donnell couldn’t tells us something about the Com- actions and comments that day has suggested. The Health Care bill receivers to ever play in the National unfortunate situation and was let ride her broom into the Capitol monwealth’s citizens. In many states, may help answer the question, does consisted of zero Republican sup- Football League, but he will also go. Moss ended his career with the Building, even though the Delaware the voters would have looked at Randy Moss regret leaving the New port, as 60 democrats in the senate go down as a person who continu- Patriots following the game against spot seemed like free seat for Repub- the tax cut at face value, and simply England Patriots? Many believe the passed the bill three weeks before ally says exactly what is on his mind the Miami Dolphins where he was licans. voted for it with no second thought. answer is yes. If Randy Moss could Scott Brown took Paul Kirk’s (St. Seb’s to the media when he should not. ineffective. He will be remembered The Tea Party could be Here, we like to assume that we’re do it over again with the Patriots graduate) interim Senate seat. It Coming into the year at the age of 33, as one of the all time best receivers Obama’s best friend. His thoughts: smarter than everyone else (we are), would he behave differently? Unfor- seems like progress will be unattain- Moss was entering the final year of his for the Patriots as he set a Patriots “The Republicans may be divided in but it is interesting to note that our tunately, we will never know. able because of the steadfast hatred contract and was expecting a multi- franchise record with 1,493 receiving two years? Nice! Joe Biden would be citizens look beyond the face value The talented but controversial for each other’s party. year contract extension. Rather than yards in 2007 and also set team re- so happy that he might swear on na- of a question, especially one that is player’s stint in Minnesota lasted a But, maybe the opposite quietly and professionally negotiate cords for receiving touchdowns (23), tional TV (again). Want to know the binding. I’m not saying that keep- mere several weeks, four games in will happen. Maybe, with a Senate with the team’s management, Moss overall touchdowns (23) and points last time that a divided party cost ing the taxes the same was right, all. Once again, Moss went off on still in Democratic control (53 seats, instead chose to express his negative scored by a non-kicker (138). itself the election while a democrat because that is one’s opinion, but it several rants to the press complain- including the two liberal inde- feelings to the media. During a post Moss’s next destination was to was the incumbent? 1968. RFK had is fascinating to note that our voters ing about and criticizing the Vikings pendents), a House in Republican game press conference, Moss went on Minnesota where he would play for died, and there were riots within decide more on logic and less on coaching staff. Shortly thereafter, he control, and a president who knows a tirade about his contract situation the Vikings. On his much anticipated the Democratic Party, even outside instinct than expected. was released from the Vikings. Moss he needs bipartisan compromise, our and said, “I've already shown that return to New England where he of its own Convention. The Repub- Special thanks to Mr. Cleary is currently playing for the Tennes- politicians will realize that progress I can play still at a high level at age would play against the Patriots on licans won because of RFK’s death for his help in making sense of all see Titans. The Moss saga continues. is in high demand. In fact, one could 33. To be offered a contract after this October 31, 2010, Moss was inef- and his divided party. The Tea Party this political stuff. And, just so you As for New England, the team has even think in the following terms: season is over, that would be a smack fective and caught just one pass. vs. Traditional Republicans 2010 know, he feels that the next two moved on without him but Moss will “Who are Republicans in Congress to my face.” He followed by saying, The Vikings would go on to lose the (sounds like a Supreme Court Case) years in American politics could be undeniably be missed. Time will tell going to stand strong against? "I am a little older and understand game 28 to 18. Interestingly, Moss may be the deciding factor in 2012, the most interesting period in a long if the Patriots can win without their Themselves?” Suddenly, they’re not the nature of the business — the gave hugs to Patriot’s owner, Robert clustered together in every filibuster and Obama isn’t going to weep like time. So enjoy it. Because they will. former star receiver. November 2010 THE WALRUS Page 7 College Hoops Preview Cruising Celtics Look Fresh By Mickey Adams ‘13 a restocking of talented recruits, advanced to the Final Four of last ics emerge as one of the best teams. Heat will mature as the year goes on, but the team with the best chance year’s tournament, and the always Rajon Rondo is averaging 14.3 assists but in the playoffs they won’t have With each passing day, as to restore its former glory is North steady Georgetown and Marquette. per game and 11.2 points per game. that kind of experience to go all the the weather becomes colder, and the Carolina. After struggling through Come March, the Big East could land He has by far the most assists per way. There are a lot of questions to football season comes to an end, the an embarrassing season in which six or seven teams in the sixty-four game in the league. He also has a be answered. What should Lebron eyes of the collegiate sports world they were snubbed from the March team March Madness Tournament, league’s fifth best 2.50 steals per do? Seriously what should he do? I shift to basketball, and many of those Madness Tournament, North but as they do each year, the rigor game. Pierce, Garnett, and Allen are actually hate that commercial, and eyes will be focused on one team Carolina, landed the country’s best and wear and tear that comes with averaging 20.6, 15.7, and 17.3 points what Lebron should do is stop com- in particular. The Duke Blue Devils freshman, forward Harrison Barnes. playing a top team each game, as per game, respectively. Garnett is plaining, stop making everything are looking to become to repeat The Tar Heels will thrust a lot of re- the Big East teams will come confer- bringing in 9.4 rebounds per game. about himself, and just play. as National Champions for the first sponsibility on Barnes, who was the ence play, could serve to erode and Overall, these stats are unreal. The Anyways, back to the Celt- time since the Florida Gators did it first freshman to ever be selected to tire many teams, preventing them C’s are extremely efficient, and can ics. They’ve shown they can play, the in 2006 and 2007, and they seek to the preseason All-American team, a from making deep tournament runs. find a way to win. With Shaq and question is can do this consistently, become the first Blue Devil team to major feat considering that Barnes Heading down to the Jermaine O’Neal starting as the and if any injuries will slow them repeat since 1991 and 1992. Winning had not played a game in college at Southeastern Conference, top teams Center position, there’s also a lot of down. Rondo hurt his hamstring on another championship will not be an the time of the selection. Florida and Kentucky will headline experience on the court. Don’t forget Friday’s loss against the Thunder, easy task for Duke, who lost 3 of their Across the rest of the coun- the action. Florida is looking to about Glen “Big Baby” Davis, Nate and isn’t playing against the Raptors, starters from last year’s team, but as try, every team is gearing up to make emulate its success from years past, Robinson, and Marquis Daniels, who but he’s projected to be back. As always, Coach Mike Krzyzewski, fresh a run at the title. Ranked right below when they repeated as National By Sam Racine ‘11 have played in every game and do a long as it doesn’t linger, he’ll be fine. off winning a gold medal for Team Duke is the Michigan State Spartans. Championships, and Kentucky, The Boston Celtics have great job coming off the bench. Against the Thunder, it seems like USA in the Fiba World Champion- After earning a spot in the Final Four assuming they can field a team of come off to a great start this season. Let’s go back to the Heat. the Celtics took them for granted. ships over the summer, has his team last year under the coaching of Tom at least five academically eligible, There were high expectations for They’re struggling (for their stan- They didn’t really score at all in the focused, motivated, and hungry for Izzo, the Spartans return reloaded properly recruited players, should the team to start off strong, and dards) so far, having lost to the C’s fourth quarter. The Thunder didn’t more success. Aiding Coach K in and ready to claim the top spot in be tough to beat. Kentucky’s elite they have certainly filled them. Cur- twice, the Jazz, the Hornets, and have Durant that game, so the Celt- the process are returning stars Kyle the country, which they will have incoming freshman, Enes Kanter, rently they are 9-3, having lost to the recently they lost a buzzer beater to ics definitely came in thinking it’d Singler and Nolan Smith, who were a chance to do on December 1st, has already been ruled ineligible Cavaliers, Mavericks, and Thunder. the Grizzlies. They don’t have that be an easy win. Oh well, you can’t both part of the championship team, when they face off with Duke in the for receiving illegal payments in his Unfortunately, these three have all kind of team unity and team experi- expect them to win every game. but Singler insists that repeating isn’t Big Ten-ACC Challenge. Michigan Turkish League, and their other star been close games, but I’ll take 9-3 any ence the Celtics do. It’ll take time Overall, the Celtics have shown con- their goal, as Duke is a new team State will be challenged for the Big recruit, Brandon Knight, is being day. They’ve beaten the feared Heat for them to get used to the kind of sistency in their offense and defense. and winning another championship Ten by the likes of Ohio State, who investigated for academic reasons. twice already, despite all the hype talent. The Celts and the Heat play They’ve shown great ball movement would be part of a new journey: “It’s hope to find a replacement for Evan Having covered all of the of their new “Big Three”. Garnett, again twice more in the season, in and an efficient offense. Let’s hope not in our mind to go back-to-back. Turner, last year’s National Player of major conferences in the country, I Pierce, Allen, and Rondo have really February and in April, one of the last they can keep playing this way, stay It’s just to win another national cham- the Year, and the Purdue Boilermak- will now look for a mid-major gem. stepped it up so far, helping the Celt- games of the season. I feel like the healthy, and eventually take it to the pionship.” The Blue Devils, a tradition- ers, who look to bounce back after Last year, Butler surprised everyone top. ally disliked program, have a huge their star, Robbie Hummel, re-tore in their unlikely run to the National bull’s eye on their back every year, but his ACL and will be out for the rest of Championship Game. This year, even more so now after they were the season. Also scattered through- Gonzaga, Temple, Brigham Young, ranked as the preseason number one and San Diego State are the only Bruins Start Well out of Gate out the Midwest are Big 12 powers, team in the country. Kansas State and Kansas. The Kansas teams from non-major confer- ing, which includes much more the Bruins recover from their rash of One of the teams seeking Jayhawks lost a lot of star power ences to be ranked in the top-25. By Michael Hoff ‘13 movement than would the typical injuries, expect Seguin to slide over, revenge on the Blue Devils is the Nevertheless, despite the plentiful butterfly-style goalie, such as Rask, after Northern Iowa shocked them in After the most monumen- with his production increasing in the Butler Bulldogs, the team that Duke talent dispersed throughout the would use. After off-season surgery, the second round of the NCAA Tour- tal collapse the sport has seen in process. beat in last year’s championship. country, the Duke Blue Devils are the this mobility has been on full display. nament, giving Kansas State, lead 35 years, the Bruins made some of Along with Krejci and Gordon Hayward, Butler’s best player favorites to win the title. Everyone is In his first six games, Tim Thomas by guard Jacob Pullen and his thick the heartache go away with a 6-2 Savard, the Bruins have had to deal who achieved fame for missing his picking Duke. The ESPN experts, the posted a record of 6-0-0 with a .50 beard, a chance to claim the title as October. After a bleak showing in the with other significant blows to their half-court heave at the buzzer, bolted coaches, and fans all over the coun- goals per game average, along with the best team in the state of Kansas. season opener in Prague, Czech Re- roster. Top 6 forward Marco Sturm for a luxurious life in the NBA, but did try like to Duke to repeat. Man of a .984 save percentage. This torrid Despite the occasion gifted team public, losing 5-2 against the Coyotes, hasn’t returned from a torn ACL not leave behind a lack of talent. The wisdom Mike Hoff says, “Unless they pace was the best of any goalie since west of the Mississippi River, the true the Bruins won 7 out of their next suffered in last year’s Flyers series, Bulldogs return many key players, but have some injuries or anything like the expansion era (1967), and was talent and depth comes from the eight contests. Even without star cen- and his return is not expected to unlike last year, they will not be able that, Duke has to be the favorite to the best of any Bruins goalie since East coast. Duke and North Caro- ter Marc Savard, who is still battling return anytime soon. Playmaker to surprise anyone. Also surprising win again.” But, there is still a season Tiny Thompson in 1938. lina have already been mentioned, post-concussion syndrome from last Marc Savard has started skating a lot of people last year was the lack to be played and games to be won, Similarly to last year’s play- but there are many other teams year’s elbow to the head by Penguins with the team, but he still has many of traditional powerhouses in March and come March Madness, nothing off series against the Philadelphia, ready to gain glory in March. Top 10 cheap-shot artist Matt Cooke, the obstacles in front of him before he Madness. Indiana, North Carolina, can be taken for granted. As the the Bruins’ offensive woes reared teams Pittsburgh Panthers, Villanova Bruins averaged 3.5 goals per game is cleared to play. Krejci passed his UCLA, Arizona, and Connecticut all days pass and as the year wears on, their ugly head after Krejci went Wildcats, and Syracuse Orangemen during that stretch, led my newcomer latest neurological test on Tuesday, missed the tournament for the first solid teams will become contenders down in a November clash against will once again be competing for Nathan Horton, who leads the team and it appears that his return is near. time since 1966, when Texas Western and one contender will be glorified the Blues with a moderate concus- the Big East Title. Also rounding out with goals and 14 points. This was Although he was a game-time deci- won the championship and inspired in what promises to be a fast-paced, sion. Excluding an aberrational 5 the loaded Big East conference is especially encouraging considering sion for Wednesday’s game against the storyline behind the movie, “Glory exciting 2010-2011 season of college goal 3rd period against the Pen- the West Virginia Mountaineers, who last year’s league worst 2.39 goals per the Rangers, defenseman Johnny Road”. All five look to rebound with basketball. guins, the Bruins have only scored Boychuck was not in the lineup. game average, which ultimately led 8 goals in the 5 games since the to their playoff demise against the Boychuck suffered a broken forearm injury. Because of the head injuries against New York on October 23 and Flyers after David Krejci’s season end- to the B’s top two pivots, rookie Tyler ing wrist injury. has been skating without a cast in Seguin has seen a bigger role than the past week. The biggest reason for the anyone would have anticipated. Go- B’s fast start was the historic pace set General Manager Peter ing into the season, the plan was for Chiarelli has not been afraid to hand by Tim Thomas. After being signed Seguin to start on the wing, decreas- to a 4-year, 20 million dollar contract out lengthy contract extensions to ing his defensive responsibilities keep this team’s core together, and extension after his Veniza Trophy and allowing him to ease into the winning 2008-2009 season, Thomas it might prove costly. When Sturm pros at a slower pace. But because and Savard return to the team and became the backup last year after of Savard’s and now Krejci’s injuries, being surpassed by Tuukka Rask, who are placed on the active roster, Seguin had to start to season at cen- the Bruins will have to cut almost led the NHL in save percentage and ter. Although Seguin had a strong goals-against-average last season. 7 million dollars off of their salary start to the season (5 points in his cap. This means that if the Bruins Though Thomas’s extension included first 8 games), he has hit a rookie a no-trade clause, the Bruins tries have not made a move before these wall. IN the month of November, players are taken off the long-term everything in their power to trade Seguin saw his ice time decrease him last offseason, no team wanted injury reserve, they will be forced to from 13 minutes per game in his trade, demote, or even release one to take on the 5 million dollar cap first 9 games to now possessing the hit that came with a 36-year old or multiple players to accommodate 3rd least ice time of any forward, the NHL’s rules. Likely candidates backup goalie. Before the start of this behind 4th liners Brad Marchand season though, it was revealed that to be moved include Michael Ryder, and Shawn Thornton. This included who can be demoted to the AHL and the netminder dealt with a chronic a game against the Blues in which hip problem last season, which still be paid his 4 million dollar salary coach Claude Julien sat Seguin for without it going against the Bruins severely hindered his mobility. This all but 1:43 of the 3rd period. After problem was worse for Thomas than cap, and Blake Wheeler, who is still Krejci went down in that game, young but has disappointed in his it would be for many other goalies, winger Blake Wheller was switched for Thomas relies on his mobility for stint in Boston, but he still may hold to second line center, instead of value to other clubs. his unorthodox style of goaltend- promoting Seguin to that spot. Once The B’s look to return to the glory days of Bobby Orr as they open a brand new season.

Cross Country/Seniors rounded out the Varsity race in their time from the first race of the What’s News in English Premier Continued from Page 8 71st place with a time of 20:14. year to the last race of the year and The Arrows finished with 190 some dropped almost five minutes By Alex Spear ‘11 Just a win away from the top of the 93rd minute, when victory seemed out of reach, United’s own Ji-Sun was fifth for the team in 21:19 for points in seventh place at the race off their times. Through minibus Senior Editor premiership is the Arsenal Gunners, – an huge improvement over last rides and team dinners, the run- who have compiled 26 points thus Park buried a bullet bottom right 83rd place. Warner and McCarthy The English Premier League, oth- to seal the deal for United. They are year’s ninth place finish. ners came to know and like each far in the season. Arsenal, unlike were 85th and 92nd with times of erwise known as Barclay’s Premeir the never-say-never team, and trade In the Junior Varsity race, other by the end of the season, Chelsea, is built around no super- 21:25 and 21:49, both respectively. League or the Champion’s League, rumors of their posterboy Wayne P. DeMatteo and M. Adams led making the time spent together stars, no phenomenons. They per- Racine and Vietze ran together the is the most prominent professional Rooney will not phaze them. the Arrows team with finishes in form as an unselfish team. They are entire race finishing with times of memorable and exciting. soccer league in England, in Europe, With 22 points, one of the fan-fa- 35th and 36th place with times Cross Country may not built around their altruistic captain, 22:10 and 22:11, respectively, for and in the world. Led by prolific clubs Cesc Fabregas—one of the supreme vorite clubs named Manchester City 163rd and 165th overall. of 20:44 and 20:49. McIntyre and seem like the best sport available such as Chelsea, Manchester United, is certainly a title contender. Built Kelly were next in 38th and 42nd in the fall season, but it is a great passers and controllers of the EPL. The last race of the Arsenal, Manchester City, and Liver- One of their strikes, Andre Arsharvin, around their stud, Carlos Tevez, with place with times of 20:52 and time for anyone who joins. Ask season for the team was Division pool, the EPL draws attention from is a menace in the attacking third. his bulldog-like approach, City sees 20:56. Warner had a great race anyone on the team this year and III NEPSTA Championship race at every edge of the world. Arsenal is followed closely by he to play the ball to Tevez’s feet. City’s to finish in the fifth Junior Varsity, Governor’s Academy. The Arrows they will tell you the same. The The 2010 season, which initiated in EPL’s most historic and tradition- young Brazilian forward, Robinho, is 46th place, in 20:58. Having five raced some ISL teams and some more friends you have on the late September, has displayed the filled club, Manchester United, on loan with AC Milan for a section other smaller school teams from runners within 14 seconds and ten team, the more manageable tough brilliance of Chelsea yet again—they managed by their famous coach, Sir of the season. When City regains around New England at this race. places of each other, is the pack practices become and the more were the victors of Europe in the Alex Ferguson. Manchester United, Robinho, they should be a serious 2009-2010 season. Chelsea has, thus contender. Many runners were inspired by the running Coach Jenkins was hoping enjoyable your time spent with with 25 points on the season, is the far, totalled an impressive 28 points— A surprise thus far this season has thought of not running again for for all season long, and he happy them will become. Grab a friend come-back-team of the EPL. United comprised of 13 wins—in their come from Liverpool, a team that a whole year and ran season and to finally see it executed in the last and join the team next season; you usually begins each game with a race of the season. Fachetti and won’t regret it. Congratulations to camgain. Led by centerback John slow pace and often ties or finds usually stands in the top four in the life-time personal record times. Terry, the Captain of Chelsea’s football league. Liverpool recently attained W. Adams led the Ar- Scotten were the next runners in the 2010 team and many thanks themselves down a goal and in the the JV race in 69th and 72nd place to Coach Jenkins and Coach Keefe. club, and midfielder Frank Lam- hole. And keeping up with United’s new ownership from John Henry rows with a fifteenth place finish pard, Chelsea bases their game plan and Larry Luchino, the co-owners for with times of 21:55 and 22:05. Vie- Thanks are also in order for the ever-so-high standards, a loss to in a time of 18:04, fast enough to around controlling the midfield and the Boston Red Sox. Liverpool’s de- tze was next in 83rd overall place many parents and friends (such as anyone in the EPL is nearly unheard earn him All New England honors. attacking from the flanks—a strategy fense and goalkeeping, along with a in 22:08. McCarthy was next in Lou Heck ’11), who supported the of and a tie is unacceptable. Nev- Spencer was close behind in 17th that which forwards Nicholas Anelka rare lack of scoring, has slowed them 89th overall place in 22:29. Racine ertheless, United always finds their in 18:15. Murphy finished strong team throughout the season. Their and Didier Drogba thrive. Although down significantly. Fernando Torres finished his Cross Country career contributions of team dinners, way to battle back to a tie or a win. in third for the team in 47th place Drogba, the stalwart, slick, Ivory Coast In a phenomenal match a few weeks and the Liverpool captain, Steven in 19:11. O’Connor was next in with a strong race for 90th place in race day snacks, and good humor striker, has gone down with cholera, Gerrard, the heart and soul of Liver- 22:30. were much appreciated during ago, United went down 1-nil to Sun- 19:27 for 51st place, and A. DeMat- Chelsea should expect to remain derland yet battled back to tie the pool and the EPL, are on the rise and Every runner on the team this highly successful cross country teo ran 19:41 for 60th place. Haley atop the EPL and contend for another game going into injury time. In the should carry Liverpool to the top of finished in 69th in 20:12. Sullivan dropped at least two minutes off season. championship. the table. ARROWS SPORTS

Vol LXIV, No. 2 St. Sebastian’s School November 2010 Football Wraps Up Season St. Sebastian’s. Zebras and lost 28-20. By John Donovan ‘12 One week later, the Arrows Finally, after a month of Led by two strong captains, hosted their annual Homecoming close matches and heartbreak, the Connor Wiik and Brian Strachan, and and battled against the ISL pow- Arrows smoked both St. Georges by the fierce coaches, Souza, Curran, erhouse BB&N, who had last week and Groton in consecutive weeks. Af- Flynn, Richter, Beilin, and Burke, the beaten Belmont Hill, another well- ter their string of losses both teams young St. Sebastian’s Varsity football known force in the league. Although expected to see a weak showing on team overcame several ISL forces, but the Arrows fought valiantly, it didn’t the field from the Arrows; however, also experienced some heartbreak- prove to be enough to overcome they were gravely mistaken. Both ing losses. The team’s record (3-5) the Knights. After the tough loss, the the Dragons and the Groton Zebras says nothing to the heart and the team moved on quickly; however, were slain by the maturing Arrows spirit with which the Arrows every and immediately began to prepare men. Both games were high scoring drill, every practice, and every game. for the upcoming game against with many big plays. Highlights With pride, Coach Souza was able to Milton Academy. include Brendan Daly’s 59-yard run say at the celebratory banquet that Under the lights at Bentley, to score against the unsuspecting the team, despite having a rough the Arrows set out to crush the Mus- St. George’s defense, Tyler Sweeney’s season, never quit, that every practice tangs. However, due to a few sloppy one-armed catch, which he snagged remained intense and focused, and plays and decisive mistakes made just before the ball hit the ground, that in games we seceded nothing by both the offense and defense, Sam Hodgson’s pick six and then without a struggle. they couldn’t hold their opponent. within a minute of play his offensive After nearly four weeks of Although the Arrows were equal to touchdown, Jack Connolly’s bone- Kendall Dardy-Jones ‘12 smokes number 33 as he tears up the field. concentrated practices, centered Milton in regard to skill and talent, shuddering hit on a Groton receiver, on learning new plays and perfect- fate was not with them that night. which sent chills down the spines ing technique on the offensive and Challenged to improve their execu- of those watching, and finally Sam defensive line, the team was able to tion, the team once again looked Washburne’s three pivotal intercep- X-C Salutes Stalwart Seniors test its abilities in scrimmages against forward to the next week of practice. tions, which kept the Zebras out of the likes of St. Mark’s, Lawrence Acad- The Arrows met disappoint- the red zone. Like a shot of adrena- By Will Adams ‘11 Junior Varsity runners. Mickey to get caught behind the back of emy, and Tabor. The only school to ment yet again in their fourth game line these wins electrified the Arrows Adams ’13 was running in the top the pack. It was indeed a very fast The 2010 Cross Country challenge the Arrows was Lawrence against Belmont Hill. It was apparent squad as they advanced into the seven until he suffered an ankle start. The leader of the Varsity race Team finished the season with a Academy, infamously known for field- from the first quarter that the Bel- final game of the season against the injury late in the season. He was completed in the first mile in un- ing post-graduates (even though they mont Hill team was more skilled on Thayer Tigers. league record of 4 -11 and a total able to recover enough to run der five minutes and the other 110 do not). In fact, their sheer size scared both offense and defense, fielding a Unfortunately, despite two record of 5 – 14. This left the Arrows with this pack in the Champion- runners were in a long pack right off the St. George’s team, who for- more experienced team. After a bru- fantastic wins, and a great week of tied for eleventh place with Thayer ship races. Cam Kelly ’14 joined on his heels. feited before the game. At this point tal three quarters, the Arrows were practice, the Arrows were unable to Academy and St. Georges School the team at the end of the season In the end, W. Adams led the season looked promising, but the down 35-0. It was only in the fourth overcome their final adversary. The heading into the ISL Championship to prepare himself for the longer the way for the Arrows, completing Arrows didn’t know what to expect in quarter, when sophomore Patrick game was close throughout and no race. Great races from the seven races, and he finished in the mid- the course in 17:56, good for 26th their first game against Nobles. Healy stepped in as quarterback one quit; however, Thayer proved to varsity runners led the team to dle of this pack of runners in both place in the league. Spencer was On September 25th, the that the Arrows were able to put be more fortunate in the match. beat both these teams and claim of the Championship races. Eddie next in 37th place with a time of Arrows shipped out to Dedham to any points on the board against the As I said earlier, the teams sole position of eleventh place. McCarthy ’13 and Luke Scotten ’13 18:12. O’Connor and A. DeMatteo face the Nobles Bulldogs during their Belmont Hill reserves. In a lopsided record doesn’t reveal the dedica- The team also ran themselves to a finished many races close together finished 60th and 68th, respective- Homecoming. From the very begin- contest, therefore, the Arrows were tion of every team member and seventh place finish at Division III when Luke was healthy. Will Vietze ly, with times of 18:51 and 19:04, ning, the St. Sebastian’s dominated defeated by a powerful Belmont Hill the hard work that was put into the New England Championship race ’11 and Sam Racine ’11 ran side by respectively. Murphy rounded out the game in all aspects. The score squad. season. Everyone grew as a player the following weekend. side in many races rounding out the top five scoring runners with (12-6) doesn’t reflect the control the In the fifth game against and a person. I expect that in the There were 21 runners on the Arrows running crew. a 78th place finish and a time of Arrows had over the game. Since Middlesex, the Arrows seemed to be upcoming years the Arrows will the 2010 Cross Country Team at the team was so much stronger than on the verge of their second win of be extremely successful with more Halfway through the 19:30. Sullivan was next with an some point or another, making it season, Tom Keefe ’11 suffered a 82nd place finish at 19:40. Haley Nobles, the refs seemed to favor the the season. Good passing, running, experienced players and with the the biggest Varsity/Junior Varsity underdog, calling back three touch- and defense in the first half gave the constant incoming flow of talented hip injury that sidelined him for was the seventh Varsity runner in team the school has had in several downs (one from Brian Strachan Arrows a 20-6 lead. However, in the and devoted athletes. Next year the the remainder of the season – he 90th place with a time of 19:47. years. Captains Will Adams ’11 and and two from Kendall Dardy-Jones). second half, a humiliated Middlesex team will be led by Captains Austin had been a consistent top seven Adding up the places of the top Because the team lost nearly all of the pushed hard against the Arrows Franchi (center), Sam Hodgson Robbie Spencer ’11 finished each runner before the injury. Nick Cor- five runners left the Arrows just starters from last year, Nobles, along defense and was able to put score (Outside Linebacker, Tailback), and of the final seven races as the top tese ’11 suffered a foot injury the three points away from a top ten with the rest of the ISL, wasn’t expect- twice and tie the game. In overtime, Jack Connolly (Inside Linebacker, two runners on the team. Tom week before the Championship finish, but the 269 points were ing to see such a powerful force from the Arrows were unable to stop the Fullback). Murphy ’11, Andrew DeMatteo ’11, races and could not run in them enough to secure them eleventh and Terry O’Connor ’12 established – he also was a contender for the place. themselves as pack of runners and Varsity before the injury. Joe Tam- The Junior Varsity Boys finished close together in most of burello ’13 ran into a knee injury at race was the fourth and final race the races in the second half of the the start of the season and was not of the day. McIntyre topped the season. Sean Sullivan ’11 and Mike able to run in many of the races. Arrows JV squad with a 54th place Haley ’13 emerged as the final Var- ISL Cross Country Cham- finish among scoring runners in sity runners for the team after some pionships were held at St. Paul’s 20:26. In his second ever 3.1 mile other runners suffered injuries and School on a cold, wet day and the race, Kelly finished second for the they had a string of good races course was covered in puddles. team in 70th place in 20:52. M. Ad- themselves. The Varsity Boys competed in the ams, in his first race back from an Peter DeMatteo ’13, An- second race of the day. The St. ankle injury got 71st place in 20:53. thony McIntyre ’13, Matt Fachetti Paul’s course becomes narrow very P. DeMatteo was next in 79th in a ’13, and Chris Warner ’11 always quickly, so all the runners knew time of 21:08. Fachetti seemed to alternate as the top they needed a fast start so as not Continued on Page 7 spoke volumes about the gritty, never-say-die type of team our Ar- rows had this season. Varsity In their final game of the 2010 varsity soccer campaign, Sebs traveled to Thayer to try to avenge last season’s heartbreaking 2-1 loss Results in which the Arrows’ 1-0 lead was squandered within the last five min- utes of regulation time. Seb’s fought Varsity Football: Captain Alex Spear ‘11 pummels the ball downfield towards the offensive unit. valiantly throughout, and senior James Cerra’s beautiful ‘meg pass to @ Belmont Hill 14-35 L George Price nearly resulted in the Soccer Awarded Blood Trophy equalizer, but unfortunately it was @ Middlesex 20-28 L déjà vu as Thayer once again came from behind and escaped with a 2-1 Vs. St. George’s 22-16 W Falls Short of Playoff Berth with 9-6-2 Record win. By Ryan Bacic ‘11 to go a long way in carving out was up next. Allen started the scor- Though the Varsity Soccer Vs. Groton 34-21 W Since our last soccer update, their identity with an away match ing rout with a windblown cross that team fell just short of its goal of mak- the Arrows have had to navigate looming against rival Belmont Hill. had the St. George’s goalie nearly in ing the playoffs, it nonetheless has the remaining twelve games of the In this heated matchup, Callanan tears as the ball hit off his fingertips much to be proud of. Ending the @ Thayer 13-27 L season, beginning with a 2-0 home put two in the back of the net for and flew into the net, and goals by season with an 8-5-2 mark in league win over Milton that saw senior cap- the Arrows—one from a brilliant left mid George Price ’13 and Dil- play and a 9-6-2 record overall, the Varsity Soccer: tain Dillon Kerr bury two goals, one ball from right midfielder Nick ligan once more sealed the game. team recorded its most league wins unassisted and the other off a feed Creegan ’11 and another from the A trip to St. Paul’s the fol- in Sebs history, improving upon last Vs. St. George’s 3-1 W from target forward Charlie Callanan ever-dangerous Kerr—enroute to lowing Wednesday saw the Arrows year’s seven. Now a team on the rise, ’11. The three-game winning streak a glorious 2-0 victory. A goal from leave New Hampshire with a hard- long gone are the days of one-win Sebs had built up would soon be torn captain Zane Stanton ‘11 in the 40th fought 2-1 win and some delicious and zero-win seasons for the Arrows. @ St. Paul’s 2-1 W down, however, as a tough Brooks minute at home versus Lawrence Linden Subs courtesy of Mrs. Spear. More noteworthy than the number squad on their home field thrashed Academy kept things rolling for Sebs For the second time this season, in the win column, though, is the Vs. Groton 1-1 T the Arrows by a 3-0 tally on the back as a strong defensive unit of captain though, Sebs failed to get over the way in which Sebs has competed. of a hat trick by Brooks’s speedy ju- Alex Spear ’11, juniors Chris Nadeau, three-straight threshold, with a dis- Following the examples of the nior forward. A quick turnaround then Kevin Dillon, and Tommy Allen, and appointing 1-1 tie at home against so-called “classiest coaches in the Vs. Roxbury Latin 1-1 T proved difficult to manage, as non- goalkeeper Ben Piersiak ’13 recorded Groton deflating what had been a league”, Coaches Lynch and Schell, league foe Tabor came from a goal their sixth clean sheet of the season. rising confidence level. A mid-week St. Sebastian’s finished the year with @ Thayer 1-2 L down to surprise the favored Sebs A 3-0 loss at Middlesex date with an extremely talented the lowest card total in the sixteen- team 3-1 the next day in Needham. soon brought the team back down RL, led by one of the league’s top- team ISL and was rightfully awarded Varsity Cross Country: At this point in the season, to earth. This second wake-up call leading scorers in Adrian Reifsnyder, the Blood Trophy by the rest of the team had still not yet defined proved a powerful one, sparking the gave the team little time, however, the league as the team that “best what team they would be. While the Arrows to a 3-1-2 finish. The Arrows’ to dwell on what could have been. exemplified the spirit of the game Dual @ Roxbury Latin 1 L individual components of the team first victim of this stretch was St. After going down 1-0 in the 61st of soccer through its enthusiasm, were excellent, the Arrows could not Mark’s on the road. Two goals from minute, a lovely ball into the box effort, sportsmanship, dignity, and Quad @ Rivers 1 W, 2 L seem to live up to their sum, with the Dill Kerr and a goal and an assist by left back Kev Dillon found Dillon competitiveness.” only hitherto “quality win” coming at from Charlie Callanan gave Sebs a Kerr, who finished it with a clinical All in all, the Arrows home against last year’s ISL Champi- nice 3-1 win over a team that would cross-goal header to level the scor- enjoyed a memorable and highly ISL Championships 11th place ons, BB&N. Rallying around inspira- end up tied in the standings with the ing. Though a win would have been successful 2010 season. Much thanks tion from their coaches and captains, Arrows at season’s end. Another 3-1 ideal from a playoffs standpoint, this to all who supported the team. It’s D-III NEPSTA Champs 7th place though, Sebs had the opportunity result, this time against St. George’s, come-from-behind tie nonetheless been a fun ride.