Page 10 • Friday, November 13, 2015 opinion The Gustavian Weekly Mock the Political System and It Will Mock You Back

Matthew Glaser Opinion Editor

ne of the more popular topics for people to write and talk about currently Ois how the political system in the United States has started to take the appearance of a big joke. With people like lasting so long as a front- runner in the GOP race it’s easy to see why. At the beginning of the semester, Senior Opinion Columnist Logan Boese wrote a piece titled “Why I’m Voting for Kanye in 2020” and another writer, First Year Opinion Col- Creative Commons umnist Megan Bertrand, wrote It can be easy to fall into a pit of despair when watching politics. Often what gets covered is what is sensational and is “The Farce that is Politics”. most entertaining for viewers, rather than what may be more serious and substantial. While I wholeheartedly agree with these two fine writers in on what will make the biggest abyss and the abyss will stare changed. Yet stopping there dia know they can cover serious sentiment, the practice of point- buck. Yet, to react to this as back into you. isn’t doing enough. Ditching out candidates without needing a ing out what our system and viewers by endorsing a satirical If you think the political pro- completely from the political spectacle like Trump to make candidates lack doesn’t go far candidate or refraining from the cess and media have devolved process leaves decision in the money. That they don’t need enough, so I would like to move political system all together isn’t into a collection of jokes and hands of those who want to to dedicate disproportionate the conversation a bit further. helpful. sensationalism, then protesting keep it from being fixed. This coverage to to Both Boese and Bertrand Endorsing satirical candi- by making satirical jokes (sup- isn’t a problem that can be fixed make a buck. make a clear point that politics dates, such as Deez Nuts (Yes, porting a fictional candidate for by mere protest. There needs to But as citizens, to support has become, largely, a spectacle he’s real. He polled at 8% in example) only adds to the pool be involvement in the process Sanders just because he is dif- of the media. Different candi- and Minnesota), is less of a of jokes. Some people will real- to change it. There needs to be a ferent isn’t necessarily the best dates compete for the spotlight protest against a flawed system ize that endorsing Deez Nuts is push for more sincere and “real” plan either. If you don’t agree and time in front of Americans, and more of a show of apathy a form of protest. Others though candidates by those that care with a candidate’s positions, and the more outrageous a can- towards really making a differ- will jump on the joke, spread it, about the future of our country. supporting him/her because didate is the more likely they are ence. I have no doubt that there and do nothing more. They’ll This seems to be one of the he/she isn’t corporate or sen- to get time. Being sensational as are people who genuinely care see the system as flawed, stop reasons that is sational isn’t engaging with a candidate in any sense is good about politics and get fed-up there, and the media will profit so popular with millennials. the political process in a truly for media business as it draws with the shenanigans that occur off the joke. He is seen by many as someone beneficial way. That said, there in viewers and increases their in national media. The criticisms offered by who isn’t in it for the money, likely isn’t one candidate who ability to make profits. As a form of protest these Boese, Bertrand, and others are and who isn’t trying to cause a fits your views perfectly. But Due to this monetary in- people choose to endorse sa- important. I in no way mean to spectacle. He is viewed as a pub- there are probably a few you centive, coverage of politics tirical candidates. The problem denigrate them. It’s extremely lic figure without a corporate could learn to like. has ceased to be purely about with this is that it feeds back important to realize that things agenda. Supporting candidates Active citizenship takes time politics, and instead focuses into the problem. Stare into the are broken and need to be like Bernie Sanders lets the me- and effort. As college students it can be difficult to find the time in our busy schedules to research candidates’ positions and ideologies. Unless you get Opinion Section Editor the chance to discuss politics in your classes or are a political junky, it’s hard to know what’s going on. Luckily there is time. Sit down Wanted every few weeks and check some of the polls, google some candidates from different par- ties, and try to keep a general idea of what’s going on. If some- Gain experience in managing others. one really strikes you as worth doing more research on than re- search away. If you have trouble deciding that’s fine. Things will get easier as the field narrows Be a leader of a team. down. Just don’t shrug off the process. Don’t just look at the antics and shenanigans of a few can- Write Opinions! didates and give up. Don’t think this all doesn’t matter, that it’s all just a joke. Stay informed, stay active, and put in a little bit email [email protected] to apply of effort to change things. If we all make a little effort, it’ll go a long way. Editor | Matthew Glaser opinion Friday, November 13, 2015 • Page 11 (White) Rebel Without a Cause

associated (to no small extent) At Spring Valley High School, with drinking and partying. a teacher called a sheriff’s depu- They had a game day uniform, ty to remove a sixteen-year-old football jerseys, construction student after she refused to put boots, and striped overalls. The her phone away during class. school administration, citing The video shows the deputy past incidents of gameday mis- then flipping the girl out of her conduct, attempted to disband seat and dragging her across the group by banning their the floor. The man has since beloved overalls. been fired. Many people, from The parents of the boys threat- the sheriff of the county to, ened to take the administration The View commentator, Raven to court for violating freedom of Symone, have placed the blame speech. The boys were just be- of the incident on the “very dis- ing boys, trying to have fun and ruptive and very disrespectful” get everyone involved in school behavior of the student. Emma Schmidtke spirit, they said. Fox 9 picked I think back to my home- Opinion Columnist up the story, interviewed the town community’s reaction to superintendent and the mother the overall-clad boys, and our of one of the boys. One day, the society’s sympathy towards here’s something delicious boys came to school wearing teenage rebels in general. We about hometown drama their overalls and refused to romanticize teenage rebellion as after you’ve gone off to go home and change when the part of the magic of growing up. Tcollege. My high school years principal asked them to. A cell From James Dean in Rebel With- were hard enough without all phone video of the boys and out a Cause to Judd Nelson in the shenanigans going on in the the administration standing The Breakfast Club, delinquents hallways. But when my school and yelling at each other in the are portrayed as handsome, started popping up in the local hallways went viral. tortured souls up against a cold James Dean (above) played teenage rebel Jim Stark. Media and news last year, I gobbled the The school security guards are and outdated society. These fig- popular culture often downplay or admire rebellious white drama up from the safe dis- present in the video, but they ures make us nostalgic for a time teens, while convicting minorities that act similiarly. tance of my dorm room. Like don’t lay a hand on the group when we could make mistakes everyone else, apparently, I’m a of boys refusing to budge. The and find ourselves. put her phone away. Defiance is and keeping everyone safe, so sucker for a good tale of teenage community agreed the boys The media comes up with any romantic for white teenagers, often fail in avoiding violence. rebellion. should have done as they were number of excuses to not feel but for black teenagers it can We need to question why white The tale: for decades, my high told, but the administration the same for black teenagers be used to justify violence and teenage rule breakers are seen as school has had an unofficial took the brunt of the blame who come into conflict with au- even murder. normal but black teens are seen group of mostly white, upper for gloriously mishandling the thority. Michael Brown report- We need to stop asking our- as dangerous. class senior boys who would group’s behavior. I didn’t think edly stole cigars and grabbed selves what rules the black teen- Because if making mistakes sit in the front row of pep ral- this shouting match was entirely at Officer Darren Wilson before agers broke but why the police really is part of growing up, lies and football games and odd, until another video, this being shot. Trayvon Martin officers, who are supposed to the response should never be chant and rave in a spirited and time from South Carolina, went looked suspicious. The student be trained in de-escalating po- brutality. rowdy manner. They were also viral. at Spring Valley High refused to tentially dangerous situations What’s the Rush? calendar was structured inten- tionally with a full knowledge of human desire and needs. Christmas lasts 12 days, not 2 months, and that is for a very good reason. This is not something that is meant to be rushed, instead each season is something to be valued and recognized as important and exciting in its own regard. Logan Boese Christmas lasts 12 days, not Opinion Columnist 2 months, and that is for a his past week a friend of very good reason. This is not mine posted a meme on my something that is meant TFacebook wall. The meme read, “there are two kinds of people to be rushed, instead each when Christmas decorations season is something to be appear in the shops.” Below was a picture of Buddy the Elf valued and recognized as and King Theoden from Lord of the Rings. Needless to say, I important and exciting in its was certainly the solemn King own regard. Theoden stating, “so it begins.” Now, this article isn’t a rant You know people are gearing up for Christmas Season when you spot wreaths Lindsey Taylor against consumer culture push- and lights at Family Fresh. Now, doesn’t that seem eas- ing holidays sooner and sooner ier? The holiday season does in order to turn more of a profit. planning, getting excited, and for time with family. However, I semester. not need to be as stressful as That rant would be able to span focusing on the holidays leaves am consciously struggling with The season before Christmas some would like for it to be. The a master’s thesis I think. Nor am me pretty exhausted. recognizing all of the amazing is Advent. The season of waiting easiest way to help yourself is to I hoping to chastise people who Here we are, halfway into things that are going on around and anticipation (no it’s not the stay focused on what you need honestly get excited about the the semester and we’re already me right now. This is your 25 days of Christmas). Instead to take care of in order to enjoy Christmas season. Truly, there looking towards the end. We chance to really find the pas- it is an opportunity to reflect that time. Christmas will come is much to celebrate about the register for Spring Classes, look sion in the class that you have inwards and look forward to the whether or not you spend two idea of friends, family, and the forward to our J-term plans, perhaps been regretting taking. culmination of God’s promise months looking forward to it. birth of Christ. and eagerly await the first real The opportunity to really con- made to mankind. However, I would like to ask snowfall of the year. nect with people on your floor The season before that, you to take some time to pause How many of us are actually or section. As well as the perfect which we are still in, is Pen- before launching full bore into living in the now at this point? I time to finally quit procrastinat- tecost. A wonderful opportu- the holiday madness that will admit, I am guilty of this as well. ing those massive papers and nity for learning, celebrating soon ensue. I don’t know about I cannot wait for the next break, assignments that we all know the Church, and recognizing you, but two full months of Christmas in Christ Chapel, and are coming at the end of the the time around us. The Church Page 12 • Friday, November 13, 2015 opinion The Gustavian Weekly The Perks of Being a Collegiate Criminal

Zainab Ferrer Opinion Columnist

aws, we are told, apply equally to all citizens. If you break a law, you’ll getL punished for it regardless of social standing, race, sexuality, religion, etc. Justice is blind. Or at least that’s what the govern- ment wants us to believe. Nevertheless, being a student on a private college campus, has forced me to realize that this is not the case. Through Campus Safety, Gustavus’ administra- tion can decide which law viola- tions will be punished, and how they will be punished. It is unbelievable how they can take a law that has been established nation-wide for de- cades, and twist it into their own version at their convenience. A typical example, would be what How illegal use of drugs and alcohol is handled on campus differes in signifigant ways from the way it’s handled in the “real world” by Creative Commons happens to students caught city, state, and federal law enforcement. drinking underage or using drugs illegally. We all know a large number of students do it, these drugs rather on campus we should all be criminalized authorities” factor, making us It is a time in life that allows yet for some reason, everyone is knowing that the worst thing or persecuted for trying new more willing to call for help. us to learn from those mistakes still just a college student, not a that could happen is Campus things and acting immature. In However, I do believe that ev- and grow into more mature criminal. How? Safety showing up and giving fact, I myself am appreciative, eryone should be treated the adults. What seems baffling is If one were to be seen only a us a fine. Maybe they force us as part of the student body, same. If a 20-year-old Gustie is that even though these facts mile off campus with a marijua- to take a class or two as well. of campus resources such as given a first strike warning for have been known and publicly na joint, the police would prob- Seriously? A class? the campus safety officers and being in possession of drugs, available for the longest time, ably show up and drag you to College is supposed to pre- medical amnesty. then so should a 20-year-old the legal system refuses to jail. No questions asked: weed is pare us for the real world. How Through Campus Safety, working at a gas station. change, sending thousands of illegal, you broke the law, these are these lenient, unrealistic Furthermore, it is no surprise young adults to jail for com- are the consequences, too bad approaches preparing us for Gustavus’ administration that students are not ‘ratted out’ mitting relatively harmless acts. if you were unaware. However, the future? In fact, if anything, to the actual police by collegiate College is supposed to here on campus, it seems like it’s giving us the wrong idea. can decide which law staff such as Campus Safety. part of what is included in tu- We are taught it’s okay to drink violations will be punished, By keeping all unwanted at- prepare us for the real ition is a free pass from the legal abusively, and irresponsibly tention hidden from the public system. I cannot believe how because the consequences aren’t and how they will be eye, everybody wins. Gustavus world. How are these people can be severely punished that bad here. punished. gets to keep their reputation lenient, unrealistic for doing drugs off campus, Yes, I understand that college clean while making a little extra while privileged students, like is a time to experiment and They do help keep us safe cash from all those fines, while approaches preparing us for ourselves, shamelessly consume make mistakes, I’m not saying without evoking that “fear of students get to do practically whatever we want without hav- the future? ing to face severe consequences. Can you imagine what it Teenage behavior is so pre- would look like if Gustavus dictable, that even car insurance The Good, the Bad, and were known for having stu- companies have modified their dents with criminal records? services so that the purchase of Having a few arrested every insurance is much more expen- the Meh weekend? Definitely not good sive for drivers in their 20’s than for an advertising campaign drivers in their 40’s. Why? Well to recruit more first-years for because we haven’t been driv- the upcoming fall. If the school ing long and are still learning Just a over a week till turkey, stuffing, can make sure no one calls un- how to, so we are more likely to wanted attention that would crash. This applies just the same gravy, mashed potatoes, and all the reflect badly on the institution, in life; we are getting the hang then that’s all that matters. This of things, experimenting, and great food that is good for your health. way, parents may even be more forming as individuals. willing to pay a nice tuition for Therefore, instead of keep- their children to attend a safe, ing the juvenile justice system Lutheran College. as it is, labeling thousands of minors as criminals and leaving November weather is here. It’s cold. It’s We all know a large number a mark on their records, poten- tially impacting their future in rainy. At least it’s not winter yet... of students do it, yet for a negative manner, the legal some reason, everyone is system should be modified to help forming adults rather than still just a college student, harm them. With less severe punishments, not a criminal. How? youngsters would be able to have those years of finding Just over a month to write that 25 page pa- Regardless of whether higher- themselves while not being education seekers can afford afraid of authorities, who are per, take 3 more tests, prepare that 15 pre- a private institution or not, here to help us rather than ‘catch national laws and the way they us’, just like Campus Safety sentation with your group that contributes are implemented should be ap- does for Gusties who are trying nothing, and then start studying for finals. plied fairly and equally. It has to find the ropes. been physiologically proven Yeah, it’s gonna be a great time. that teenagers and young adults in their 20’s are at the point in their lives where they will be more likely to make irrespon- sible choices. Page 13 Editor | Cameron MacDonald • Friday, November 13, 2015 entertainment The gustavian weekly BENEATH THE CROWN ? ? ?

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“I used to be really involved with sports and I did cross- country, as well as track and field. So whenever I go out for a run, I may not enjoy it during the process, but afterwards I al- ways end up thinking to myself ‘I’m really glad I went out for a run today.’”

What is your favorite thing to Elizabeth Bueno do when you’re stressed out? Cameron MacDonald Great Gatsby, I’ve read that like “I would say just keep calm and -Elizabeth Bueno “My favorite thing to do is 20 times over. Right now I’m try not to make whatever it is watch kid movies! Yesterday I Beneath The Crown is a project created by Nick reading Mein Kampf, and a lot more of an issue than it really watched SpongeBob SquarePants: Theisen (‘15). It is inspired by Humans of New of people will probably wonder is. Just don’t make it a bigger York (HONY) and aims to bring the communi- The Movie, and after that I ‘How is that a fun read?’ but it’s issue. Tackle the problems that ty of Gustavus Adolphus College closer together watched Rugrats: The Movie, and by providing the perspectives of the many differ- really interesting.” you know you can at the mo- it kept going in that direction. ent people who live and work at the school. ment and work from there. If I also like to read for fun. A lot What is your advice to someone you focus on it, it can make the of people in college probably for de-stressing or figuring out problem seem a lot more over- don’t do it anymore, but I like how to de-stress? whelming than it really is.” doing it! My favorite book is The 1. 2. Created by Carly Maslowski

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Gustavus Sports Information Emily Odermatt kicks the ball up the field. Odermatt has found the net three times this year, which is unusual for a defender. She will play a key part in keeping the young defensive line together when the team travels to Whitewater for the NCAA Regional Tournament this weekend. Jacob Woodrich conference, the team’s record Miller scored the lone goal in the “Personally, I love the pres- so very proud of them and are Staff Writer included 8 wins and 3 losses in game, leading Gustavus to their sure. It helps me stay engaged thrilled they have the experi- the regular season, which led first ever MIAC title. and focused in the game and ence of playing in the National to a #2 seed in the conference Achieving this was no easy helps me push myself,” Becker Tournament,” Coach Burnett- ast Saturday was a good playoff tournament. With that task. Last season, the team won said. Kurie said. day to be a Gustie, largely #2 seed came a home game in just 2 games and were near the A regionals selection show in part to the success of the playoffs. On Wednesday, bottom of the conference. This “All the credit goes took place on Monday, Nov. 9 to theL Gustavus Women’s Soccer Nov. 8, the Gusties hosted 6th season’s success has taken a lot decide the bracket. This Friday, team, who captured their first seeded Concordia. In this semi- of hard work and dedication. to the team and their Nov. 13, the team will travel to ever MIAC playoff title with a final game, Gustavus came out “We came together as a team hard work. This year Whitewater, Wisconsin to take 1-0 victory over St. Thomas. Not with a 2-0 victory. The winning and set very high goals for our- on Wheaton College (Illinois) only was this the team’s first effort was created by goals selves. We really pushed our- we are incredibly in the first round of the tourna- MIAC playoff title, but it was from Junior Maddison Ackiss, selves during the offseason so young, but with our ment. If the Gusties are able to also their first ever appearance who leads the team in goals we could come into the season defeat the Thunder from Whea- in the playoff tournament. With scored, and Sophomore Emily being in top shape,” Ackiss said. strong leadership from ton, they will take on the win- the playoff title, the Gusties Odermatt. Head coach Laura Burnett- ner of the first round matchup have also clinched a berth in the The team then traveled to top- Kurie accredits the team’s suc- the upperclassmen, between Wisconsin-Whitewater national tournament. seeded St. Thomas last Saturday cess to the players. the team has gelled and Carroll University (Wiscon- The Gusties compiled a regu- for the championship game. The “It was fantastic to clinch the sin) on Saturday, Nov. 14th. lar season record of 11 wins, game ended with Gustavus on team’s first ever MIAC playoff together very well.” “We have a tough draw vs. 6 losses, and 1 tie. Within the top 1-0. First-year Chaselyn berth. Our players set their —Coach Burnett-Kurie Wheaton, however we have mind to it early this season and been battle-tested game after followed through with their ex- game in the MIAC. We are ex- pectations. All the credit goes to “We Over Me” has become cited for the opportunity to play the team and their hard work,” a common phrase within the against some of the top teams Coach Burnett-Kurie said. team, a philosophy the players in the country,” Coach Burnett- The team is filled with young have bought into. Kurie said. talent this year. “Our unity and our ‘We over This season has been one of “This year we are incredibly Me’ philosophy has really many firsts for the Gustavus young, but with our strong lead- helped us push ourselves to Women’s Soccer program. The ership from the upperclassmen, reach our max potential,” said team has enjoyed every minute the team has gelled together Coach Burnett-Kurie. of it and hopes to build on this very well,” Coach Burnett-Kurie Up next for the Gusites is the successful season for years to said. Division III national tourna- come. One first-year who has made a ment. large impact this season is goal- “This feeling is unreal. Each keeper Ashley Becker. Becker, and every member of this team who has netted a whopping are exceptional individuals and total of 11 shutouts this season, what they have accomplished embraces the pressure of being this year is absolutely incred- a goalkeeper. ible. As a coaching staff, we are Editor | Philip Evans sports & fitness Friday, November 13, 2015 • Page 15

SPORTS Men’s Basketball is ready for tip-off SCHEDULE Friday, Nov. 13 Swim & Dive hosts St. Olaf College 6 p.m.

Women’s Hockey hosts University of St. Thomas 6 p.m.

Men’s Hockey at University of St. Thomas 7 p.m.

Women’s Soccer vs. Wheaton College (NCAA First Round) 7:30 p.m.

Volleyball vs. TBD (NCAA Second Round)

Saturday, Nov. 14 Cross Country at NCAA Regional Meet

Football hosts Univeristy of St. Thomas Gustavus Sports Information 1:10 p.m. Chris Narum dribbles against Bethel University last year. With the right dedication from himself and his teammates, Narum believes there is a chance they could make it to the MIAC playoffs. Women’s Hockey at Emily Knutson lot of goals. Our mindset is that “The men have put in a great as an assistant coach. He was University of St. Thomas Copy Editor we should always be fighting deal of off-season work. Cou- indicted into the Gustavus Hall for a championship at the end pled with the work we are cur- of Fame in 1998. As a student, 2 p.m. of the year. We would rather rently putting in, our work ethic Hanson amassed 1,774 points in he Gustavus Men’s Bas- make it our goal to focus on and discipline will help put us 94 games from 1979 to 1983. To ketball team starts their continually getting better each in a great position throughout this day he holds the Gustavus Men’s Basketball season on Saturday, Nov. day, both as players and a staff. the course of the year,” De- Men’s record of all time leading T14 against the University of Through pushing one another Grood said. scorer. He is the only Gustavus at University of Northwestern-St. Paul. This and focusing on the process of “The goal is always a player who has been named to Northwestern-St. Paul year the team is lead by four what it takes to be better, it is the all-conference team four 3 p.m. senior captains: Gary Cooper, our expectation that good things MIAC Championship times. Brian Jacobs, Chad Poppen and will come from it,” Assistant and this year is no “Unfortunately, this is a very Chris Narum. Coach Justin DeGrood ‘07 said. tough and balanced conference Men’s Hockey at University Last year the Gusties ad- This year is not about doing different. As long as we and there are several other vanced to the semi-finals of things differently than last year teams that have the same poten- of St. Thomas the MIAC tournament before but continuing to build on the keep making progress tial,” Coach Hanson said. 7:05 p.m. falling to Saint Thomas in over- momentum of their previous every day I believe we Tough competition in the con- time. Their overall record for the success and limit mistakes. ference only motivates the team season was 16-11. “The goal is always a MIAC put ourselves in a good to work harder. “We had a season of highs Championship and this year “I expect us to be a very and lows. There were definitely is no different. As long as we position to accomplish competitive team every game. Monday, Nov. 16 some good games where we keep making progress every that goal.” We have good depth and our felt we accomplished what we day I believe we put ourselves players are battling hard to put Women’s Basketball at should, but it left some hunger in a good position to accomplish —Chris Narum us in a good position to be suc- Martin Luthern College to come back this year and build that goal,” Narum said. cessful,” Coach Hanson said. on the good and try to limit the Gustavus is in a conference Gustavus has won the MIAC “We are capable of winning the 7 p.m. lows,” Narum said. full of other competitive schools. Championship seventeen times conference and playoff cham- With talented first-years and It will take dedication and deter- in the school’s history. Head pionships which would get us transfer students, combined mination to make it all the way Coach Mark Hanson ’83 knows into the national tournament.” with a strong group of returning to the MIAC Championship. about the tough division the Come cheer on the Gustavus players, the players and coaches The players have been work- team plays in. Men’s Basketball team at their believe the team is in a good ing hard over the summer and Hanson became Head Coach first home game Friday, Nov. position to be successful. recently in practice so they can in 1990 after playing on the 20 as they take on Buena Vista “We aren’t a team that has a be a competitive team this year. team as a student and serving University.

See last VOLLEYBALL DEFEATS BETHEL IN MIAC FINAL! page 1. 3-1 vs. Ripon College 8. 3-2 vs. UW-Stout 15. 3-1 @ Martin Luther College 22. 3-2 @ Concordia College 2. 3-0 vs. Westminster College 9. 3-0 vs. Luther College 16. 3-1 @ Waldorf College 23. 3-2 @ College of Saint Benedict 3. 3-0 vs. Western Connecticut State 10. 3-0 vs. St. Olaf College 17. 3-0 vs. Carleton College 24. 3-1 vs. Hamline University 4. 3-0 vs. Salve Regina University 11. 3-0 vs. Bethany Lutheran College 18. 3-0 vs. UW-Superior 25. 3-0 vs. Saint Mary’s University 5. 3-1 vs. Connecticut College 12. 3-0 @ St. Catherine University 19. 3-1 vs. Macalester College 26. 3-0 vs. Saint Mary’s University 27 6. 3-2 vs. Roger Williams University 13. 3-1 vs. Augsburg College 20. 3-0 vs. Simpson College 27. 3-1 vs. Bethel University GAMES 7. 3-1 @ Bethel University 14. 3-0 vs. University of St. Thomas 21. 3-0 vs. Loras College TBD. REGIONAL TOURNAMENT (as of Wed., Nov. 4) Saturdays’ performances yield ultimate award Football stuns Concordia, Volleyball and Women’s Soccer brings home MIAC championships

Brendan Boche kicking for the extra versity of St. point. Later in the game, Boche Thomas, this executed a perfect onside kick that weekend. the Gusties would return. A couple of plays later, the Gusties scored the final touchdown of the game to bring the score to 41-34. Al- though Concordia threw a Hail Mary, the Gustavus defense Gustavus Sports Information (all) cleared the threat and claimed The Gustavus Volleyball team Gusties came from behind in every the comeback victory. The defeated Bethel University set to win the game 3-1. Leading the win gives the Gusties well in front of a rocking crowd attack for the Gusties was Alyssa needed confidence going at Gus Young Court Taylor with 16 kills. Taylor was also in to their game against on Saturday. The named the MIAC-Player-of-the-Year. the MIAC leaders, Uni-

The Wom- Annie en’s Soccer Ladwig. team travelled to University of St. Thomas and out- played their opponents for large parts of the first half. Chaselyn Miller managed to get the game win- ning goal when she found the back of the net right off a corner.

Sophie Leininger.