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Volume 6, Issue 4 Theodore High School February 2013 Four Bobcats representing Theodore as Mobile Azalea Trail Maids, 2013-2014 By Jessica Silva Reporter We have welcomed a new year, and now it is time to welcome a new group of Azalea Trail Maids. Many junior girls across the coun- ty had the dream of becoming Trail Maids, but only 50 were chosen. The selection process was long and stressful. To begin, each school conducted their individual interviews to see who would represent the school; each school is allowed a certain amount of spots based on the num- ber of girls in the junior class. Then, those girls went on to com- pete in the county-level interviews, which consisted of a pool of 100 girls. After that process, the long-antic- ipated letter which tells the appli- cant whether or not she was select- ed was mailed to each girl’s house. Marissa Horstman, Gracie Hutto, Lauren Hodges, and Mara Baker were four of the girls select- Photo by Hannah Bice/Photographer ed to be 2013-2014 Azalea Trail Azalea Trail Maids, left to right: Marissa Horstman, Gracie Hutto, Mara Baker, and Lauren Hodges. Maids, and they happen to be our The girls will be able to show off Gracie Hutto said, “My parents If you are a freshman or sopho- very own Bobcats! their dresses and their leadership and friends were encouraging,” more girl who would like to be- Soon after receiving the letter, the skills as seniors when they attend regarding who influenced her to come a Trail Maid, do not hesitate new Trail Maids attended a cere- their appearances beginning next go after her dream of becoming an in going after your dream, but mony where they were told what school year. Azalea Trail Maid. remember that preparation for this color their dress will be. “I have really wanted to be an When asked what inspired her honor starts before your junior “Yes, I do like it,” said Lauren Azalea Trail Maid all of my life, to become an Azalea Trail Maid, year. Hodges, when asked if she liked but when I realized the advantag- Mara Baker stated, “Trail is Students and faculty are proud to her yellow dress color. es of it, it truly became a goal of something I’ve wanted to do since have Theodore High School repre- Horstman was assigned a peach mine,” said Marissa Horstman, I was a little girl; Trail Maids were sented by these outstanding young dress, Hutto will wear a lavendar when asked when she realized she girls I could look up to and treat as ladies in the 2013-2014 Azalea dress, and Baker’s dress will be wanted to become a Trail Maid. role models.” Trail Maid Court. green. Senior Ryan Todd crowned “Man of the Year” By Ali Hughes and Courtney Walley Reporters Theodore High School held its received a bucket with their picture These lucky boys were Matt wear, swimwear, and talent) in the second annual “Man of the Year” on it that sat in the cafeteria. Lambert, Kyle McCarthy, Colby contest. contest on January 11, 2013, in the Students had the option to stop Tillman, Ryan Todd, Tyler Skin- The boys were escorted onto the auditorium. by and put any change they had in ner, Wesley Morgan and Zachary stage by a female student of their There was a large number of their favorite contestant’s bucket. Demouy. choosing. boys that were nominated for the Out of a very large group of The finalists then competed Caila Bringhurst escorted competition. candidates, only a select few came against each other in multiple Zachary Demouy; The nominees for the contest out on top. categories (formal wear, casual cont’d on page 3 Inside this issue...

Page 2 ...... School News Page 3 ...... Paw Print Features Page 5 ...... Editiorials Page 6 ...... Sports / Schedules Page 8 ...... Best Valentine’s date movies February 2013 Paw Print News 2 Let’s get ready to ROCK! Battle of the Bands ‘13 By Randi Jean Walker Reporter Have you ever wanted to be in a will be judged by local DJs. band and compete for a prize? The top three bands will be given Every year at Theodore, there is prize money, but the amounts will a competition called Battle of the be announced later. Bands. The assembly for Battle of the If you can play an instrument Bands will be on March 28, 2013, or you have a friend that can play in the Theodore High School gym an instrument, then you should get during 5th block. together and play that funky music Anyone wanting to attend must for Battle of the Bands! pay three dollars for a ticket. You need at least two people in Chick-Fil-A will be giving out your band, and one of you must coupons and other free things, and play some type of instrument. Zaxby’s will be selling chicken. Also, if you are a Theodore stu- The East Coast Club will be selling Photo from Google Images dent and your other band members drinks. are not, you may still enter and More information will be avail- the competition. Hurry, because there are only 6-10 compete. ble as the date nears, but the bands If you would like to be in the spots to be filled. Have your lyrics written on paper are signing up now. competition, go to Mr. Grimes in All bands must be signed up no to be approved, and remember, if If you want your band showcased room A224, and sign up. later than Friday, March 1st, 2013. you have anything vulgar in your at this event, be sure to sign up as There is a thirty dollar entry fee. During the event, performances songs, you may not participate in soon as possible! Can Structure Competition 2013: Aviation was the name of the game By Jessica Silva Reporter Do you remember last semem- These cans were used for The- they wanted to build it. the canned foods that they had ster when students were allowed odore to participate in the 2nd The theme for this year was received. to wear a t-shirt of their choice if annual Can Structure Competition aviation. The Bobcats were very creative they brought in at least one canned in Mobile. On January 8, all of the compet- with their bi-plane design, but the good? Mrs. Legros recruited art students ing schools met at the Exploreum team placed second, behind David- There was a very specific reason to brainstorm and build a sculpture and had about 4 hours to construct son. for that canned food drive, and made of cans. their sculptures. The cans stayed on display for many students brought in cans for She left the students in charge of The art students were able to one week, then they were donated the occasion. what they wanted to build and how sculpt a very good airplane with to the Bay Area Food Bank.

Bottom left: (Left to right) Haley Stuart, Tiffany Taylor, Mrs. Legros, Darren Fields, and Lindsey Jackson discuss plans while competing in the can sculpture competition. Bottom right: (left to right) Cassi Brookins, Haley Stuart, Trinity Barber, Leah O’Rourke, Blake Peters, Tiffany Taylor, Darren Fields, and LindseyJackson pose with their sculpture, complete with the Airbus logo. Photos by April McGuff

Sign up to take the ACT Next test date: April 13 The deadline to sign up without a late fee is March 8, 2013. See Ms. Gray in Room A-222 for a fee waiver* * fee waivers are restricted. See Ms. Gray for details February 2013 Paw Print Features 3 JROTC attends county Military Ball, names Senior Hannah Milne queen By Amber Reinhart Reporter The 44th annual JROTC Military is the highest ranking cadet in Mo- Ball was held at Fort Whiting in bile County, served as the narrator downtown Mobile on Saturday, and Master of Ceremonies. January 26, 2013. When Theodore JROTC leader Over 500 cadets and their dates LTC Adams was asked for a quote attended. about the ball, he simply replied, The music was provided by DJ “Why can’t they move that fast Jang, and from what I saw on the when we are doing PT?” dance floor, he hit all the right Adams also added, “While every- notes. one had a great time, the prize for The Bobcat Battalion was well wildest dancing should go to Della represented with the largest group Wilkerson for her exceptional of any school there. moves.” Each school in attendance selects 1SG Callister also voiced his its own Military Ball queen, and views on the ball and stated, “I was Hannah Milne was selected as the impressed by our cadets, and how Military Ball Queen for Theodore. well they represented our school.” Milne was nothing short of ele- “They clean up really well!” he gent when she was called out in a added. hot-pink sweetheart neckline gown We are looking forward to next with an A-line skirt. year’s ball, and hopefully it will Hannah was escorted by her be as amazing as this year’s ball boyfriend, Josh Fuqua, who attends turned out to be! Mobile Christian. Photo courtesy of Hannah Milne Military Ball Queen Hannah Milne (right) poses for a photo with her friend, Tara Our own Emma Valentine, who Daugherty, before the ball. Murphy High School students and teachers agree: The changes have been very difficult By Sarah Erickson Reporter On Christmas day 2012, severe “Our days were really long in the to drive. different, but I guess I will adapt,” weather and a tornado affected beginning,” said teacher Annette However, students who drove to added Callaghan. many areas in Mobile, including Johnson when speaking of the Murphy last semester saw quite a Even with difficulties and incon- Murphy High School. nine-hour days (or more) students change as a result of the move. veniences of moving to a different Not only did the tornado affect and teachers were spending when Since student parking is not location, students and teachers the school building itself, it also the semester began for them one available at Clark, students who agree that they are fortunate that no affected the students and their week after the rest of Mobile normally drove to Murphy now one was at the school when the tor- education. County returned to school. have to park their cars at Murphy nado struck because the outcome Due to structural damages at Days are now shorter for them, and ride a bus to Clark. could have been much different. the old site, Murphy High School and it is getting a bit easier to “Having to ride a bus to Clark There is not a date set for the is now temporarily located at the adjust. is a little agitating,” said student completion of the school repairs, same site as Clark Magnet School, According to Ms. Johnson, Mur- Ethan Callaghan. but students and faculty will adapt where students attend classes in 60 phy teachers do not have to take “Since I was able to drive for a to the new system until Murphy portable classrooms. the bus to Clark; they are now able while, having to pile on a bus is High can be fixed.

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Alexandra Orr escorted Matt the pageant. who attended the pageant and Below: (left to right) Ryan Todd, Lambert; Ashley McNorton Senior Kristen Rockhold helped donate to the junior and Matt Lambert, and Kyle McCarthy. escorted Kyle McCarthy; Sabra sang as the judges gathered their senior prom! Photo by Melissa Jones Newman escorted Ryan Todd; thoughts and chose a winner. Sarah Worrell escorted Colby The second runner up, who Tillman; Rachel Bolton escorted received ten dollars, was Zach Tyler Skinner; and Katelyn Mc- Demouy. Lester escorted Wesley Morgan. The first runner up, who received The boys were judged by three twenty five dollars, wasKyle Mc- Theodore teachers: Ms. Sexton, Carthy. Ms. J. Williams and Ms. H. Wil- And the lucky winner was Ryan liams. Todd! During the pageant intermission, Ryan received fifty dollars, a Evan Ricks and Addison McGa- crown, and a sash that showed ev- hagin amused the crowd with their eryone he was the new “Man of Da dance skills. Year” at Theodore High School. Kimberleigh Landry and The junior officers and sponsors Stephanie Dean were the mc’s of extend a thank you to everyone February 2013 Paw Print Features 4 February is Black History Month By Courtney Walley Reporter

African Americans have played a segregation throughout the country. Rosa Parks Harriet Tubman major role in our history. King started the boycott of Mont- Black History Month, which lasts gomery’s segregated buses. throughout February, has been cel- He was born in Atlanta, Georgia ebrated in America for more than on January 15, 1929, and graduated 35 years. college from Morehouse College in The theme of this year’s black 1948. history month is at the Crossroads To this day, he is still one of the of Freedom and Equality. most known African Americans in Although there are many Afri- history. can Americans who have played an important role in our history, Barack Obama the individuals listed below are On Thursday, December 1, 1955, Harriet Tubman was born in recognized for their extraordinary Rosa Parks boarded a city bus and Dorchester County, Alabama, in achievements and stories. sat with three other African Amer- 1820. icans. She was very well known A few stops later, the front four throughout her lifetime Martin Luther King, Jr. rows of the bus were filled and a She was known as “Moses”, and white man was left standing. helped slaves escape through the According to law, blacks and Underground Railroad and helped whites could not occupy the same over 300 slaves get the freedom row, so the bus driver asked all of that they deserved. the African Americans seated in Tubman died on March 10, 1913, that row of seats to move to allow at the age of 94. a white man to sit down. You may have already known Rosa Parks was told to move, about these important people from but when she refused to do so, she our history; however, the internet Barack Obama made history was arrested. and the month of February can help when he became the first African This arrest helped to motivate you get motivated to learn more. Martin Luther King, Jr. is one of American president. many African Americans to be- Black History Month is a great the most famous people in black His term as senator in Illinois come more involved in the civil time to to learn more about African history because he was involved in started on January 4, 2005, and rights movement. American history. the American Civil Rights Move- ended on November 16, 2008. ment from 1955 to 1968. He is currently in his second term The Civil Rights Movement was as president of the United States. important because it helped stop Tell us about it, Seniors! By Brooke Jordan Run, Walk, or Crawl 5K Reporter Whether you are a freshman, make us lose break. Lastly, I will sophomore, junior, or senior, not miss doing all the work that for every student here at Theodore is teaches me nothing.” working towards the same goal: to - Katlyn Wade become a senior and graduate. Q: How does it feel to have finally Organ Donation But have you ever wondered become a senior? what it is like to be in that posi- “It feels very overwhelming to Awareness tion? To be a senior? finally be a senior. I have been in Many of us often wonder what school all my life and now it is it feels like to be at the top of the ending. I can’t wait until college April 27, 2013 high school food chain. though. I’m going to miss being To help all of us underclassmen a kid and not having my parents understand what it is like to be at always telling me what to do. I’m 8 am the top, some seniors answered a actually going to miss that, but few questions for me. I’m ready to move on to the next University of South Alabama Here is what they had to say: step! Being a senior is amazing!” April is Organ Donation Awareness month. This Q: Will you miss Theodore? - Sarah Ross “Yes, I will miss Theodore! These Q: Are you ready to graduate? 5K run is being organized by THS graduate China have been the best 4 years of my “Yes I am very ready to graduate! Barber-Sprinkle, Tyler Huynh’s sister. Tyler’s life. From the friends I have made I hate waking up early every day! to all the memories I take with me, Although, I think I will miss it.” family donated his organs when he passed away Theodore will forever be in my - Elizabeth Austin following a car accident. China is very passionate heart!” Q: Do you have senioritis? - Kyle McCarthy “Yes, definitely. It is so hard to about organ donation and would like to help more Q: What will you not miss about make myself wake up in the morn- people understand the benefits of donating organs. Theodore? ings and go to class.” More details will be forthcoming, but save the “I will not miss the long, boring - Kelsey Seabury classes where we just sit and look Keep working toward that senior date for this special event! at the walls for hours straight. I status, underclassmen, and one day ~ DONATE LIFE ~ will not miss the drama and fights we will know what these seniors that go on every other day that are talking about! February 2013 Paw Print Opinions 5 Get me the 9X out of here! The best of By Randi Jean Walker Senior Reporter “The Not-So-Great” In my years as a student, I have Students in high school are serious attendance issues. pick up lines noticed that there has been a steadi- lucky to take a field trip once a As each long and drawn out ly decreasing amount of field trips. year. grade goes by, experimental field Compiled by Sarah Erickson In most elementary schools, each To make matters worse, some trips are replaced with so called class has at least one field trip near- teachers are deciding not to sign “hands-on” classes. - If you were a burger at McDon- ly every quarter. the permission forms that are In my opinion, students should ald’s, you would be called... the Once students arrive in mid- required from students in order to have more educational field trips in McGorgeous. dle school, the decline in these attend the field trips. high school. - You must be Jamaican because off-campus experiences begins. How upsetting is it when you go Maybe when students get out of you’re Jamaican me crazy! Students might have one field to your teacher all pumped up for the classroom and go somewhere - If you were a booger, I’d pick you trip every six months during the that once-in-a-blue-moon field trip to learn about things or experience first! 6th-8th grade years. and they refuse to sign the form? new things, it will improve their - Did you have Lucky Charms for High school, however, is where The only time a teacher should grades and they could, therefore, breakfast?... because you’re looking the educational excursions come to not sign a form is if the student go on more field trips. magically delicious. a grinding halt. has bad grades or if he or she has - Do you have a library card?... be- cause I’m checking you out! - If you were words on a page, you’d be what they call fine print. - Don’t walk into that building; the sprinklers might go off! - Your legs must be tired, because you’ve been running through my mind all day. - Do you have a map, because I can- not help but get lost in your eyes. - Life without you would be like a broken pencil… pointless. - Be careful, your license is going Photo courtesy of Ryan Todd to get suspended for driving all these FCA members pose for a picture during their community service field trip working with Habitat for Humanity. guys crazy! - If I got a nickel for everyone I’ve met who is as beautiful as you, I’d Is Valentine’s Day overrated? have 5 cents. - Remember me? Oh, that’s right, By Brooke Jordan I’ve only met you in my dreams! Reporter - You must be the reason for Global Warming, because you are Valentine’s Day is here! want to feel alone and unwanted SMOKIN’! This time of year is either loved during this “lovey dovey” season. - I would say, “God bless you,” but or hated by people all over the If you do not have a significant it looks like he already did! world. other, do not feel like you have to - Do you have a raisin? No? Well People in relationships will be go out and get someone just for how about a date? going out and buying cute, cuddly Valentine’s Day. - Excuse me; I think I dropped teddy bears and chocolates for one What some people do not under- something… MY JAW!! another, saying cheesy pick up stand is that Valentine’s Day is not - If looks could kill, you would be a lines, going out on dates, etc. only for lovers. weapon of mass destruction. But, what if you do not have a It is not only about the choco- big deal to have a Valentine. - I have never had any of my dreams boyfriend or girlfriend? What if lates, candy and roses, or who has There are no stipulations on how come true until the moment I met you do not have a Valentine on this the best boyfriend/girlfriend, but it to spend your Valentine’s Day. you. day of love? is also a day to show other people Sometimes, it is just good to Some people make it a priority to you care about love; it can be your slow down and realize what Valen- For more cheesy pick-up lines, be find someone to be their Valentine. family, friends, or even a pet. tine’s Day is all about. sure to go to lolriot.com! Many will go to great lengths, It is nice to be one of those lucky It is about spending the holiday Remember: use these at your own such as starting a relationship with people to have the perfect Valen- with someone, or even something, risk! someone whom they do not actu- tine on Valentine’s Day, but if you that you care about and love. ally like, just because they do not are single, do not think it is such a Enjoy your Valentine’s Day! FCA believes in the power of amphitheater prayer By Sabra Newman Reporter

A school that prays together stays to pray together before first block Members of FCA encourage speak with any of the FCA leaders: together, so let us do just that! every morning, except Fridays. anyone who is interested in coming Sabra Newman, Ryan Todd, Ash- In early September, one of our This is a way for students to and praying to meet with them at ley McNorton or Kyle McCarthy. classmates, Tyler Huynh, was in a connect with each other and pray the amphitheatre at 7:00a.m. every “For where two or three gather in terrible car accident. for their school and for fellow morning, except on Fridays. my name, there am I with them.” – During the time Tyler was in the classmates. On Fridays, FCA invites you to Matthew 18:20. hospital, many students gathered The Fellowship of Christian meet with other Christians in room The power of prayer is strong, at the amphitheater to pray for him Athletes (FCA) would like to keep A211 at 6:50 a.m., where they join and it is even stronger when we all and his family. prayer in school to help make a together for fellowship with stu- pray together! Since that time, students have difference and reach out to those dent and adult speakers. been meeting at the amphitheater who need help and prayer. If you have any further questions, February 2013 SPORTS 6 Could things get any worse for cyclist Lance Armstrong and Notre Dame standout Manti Te’o? By Garrett Akridge By Wayne Tharle Reporter Senior Reporter Lance Armstrong was recent- record setting number, were all The year of 2012 was an unusual tigation is continuing. ly stripped of his 2000 Olympic stripped away from the well known one for Heisman trophy candidate During an interview with ABC bronze medal after the United cyclist and survivor of cancer. and Notre Dame football standout reporter, Katie Couric, Manti Te’o States Anti-Doping Agency con- Armstrong had also helped to Manti Te’o. admitted to lying to the press and firmed that he used steroids as a develop a nonprofit cancer orga- Te’o stayed a bit under the radar the media. performance enhancing drug, as nization, but due to the scandal, prior to the announcement in Sep- After being asked by Couric as well as the blood booster EPO he is no longer the chairman of tember that his grandmother and to why he lied, he said “Katie, (Erythropoietin), and had blood the organization, the Livestrong his girlfriend had passed away on put yourself in my position. What transfusions in order to hide his Foundation. the same day. would you do?” actions. He was looked up to by millions, After this was brought to the me- Te’o’s father claims that his son The world-known cyclist had re- only to be looked down upon now dia’s attention, it was only a mat- is “not a liar, he’s a kid” and was a peatedly continued to deny the al- as a cheater and a liar. ter of time before questions were victim of someone’s sick and cruel legations. It was not until January For more information about the being asked. joke. 17th, 2013 that he finally admitted Lance Armstrong scandal, visit the In January, the press broke this The life of a young and upcom- to Oprah Winfrey that he did, in Huffington post website or visit the news: “Manti Te’o’s dead girl- ing star has gone from potentially fact, use steroids, took testosterone, ESPN website. friend, the most heartbreaking claiming the Heisman trophy, to HGH (Human Growth Hormones), and inspirational story in college watching himself become every and also had blood transfusions. football, is a hoax.” journalist’s topic of choice day in Oprah asked him in the interview, Much of the focus on the source and day out. “Was it possible to win the Tour De of the hoax was directed on a For more information regarding France without doping?” Arm- young California man, Ronaiah the Manti Te’o girlfriend hoax, strong replied, “No.” Tuiasosopo, but nothing has been visit www.abc.com. Seven Tour De France titles, a confirmed as of now and the inves-

Hoops fans gearing up for March Madness By Wayne Tharle Senior Reporter

The most exciting event of the the key to their success. got off to a slow start, but we are can follow along with the pairings, year for college basketball fans “Nobody in the league can stop gonna pick it up in the second half and have a fun and exciting March around the world is the NCAA Mason; the only person who can of the season and win it.” Madness tournament! March Madness Tournament. stop him is himself.” Be sure to fill out your tour- Nothing compares to this con- Sophomore Tydrek Scott, a nament selection brackets from stant watching of basketball from Kentucky fan, said “Kentucky just www.teamrankings.com so you dawn to dusk for about a month. There is plenty of excitement in-store for basketball junkies this year. The March Madness Tournament is a single elimination tournament held every spring in the U.S. The tournament features six- ty-eight line-ups from many divi- sions and conferences. According to ezinearticles.com, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has main- tained the event since it was initi- ated by the National Association of Basketball Coaches in 1939. The competition bracket includes a variety of division one schools from all across the nation. The top twenty-five ranked teams always have a spot in the tourna- ment, and more times than not, the most premier programs will have a spot regardless of ranking. It is half-way through the thirty game regular season, and students of THS have voiced their opinions on who they think will win the title at the big dance this year. Senior Dae-wangelo Powell said that he believes that Duke Univer- sity’s big man, Mason Plumlee, is This projected tournament bracket can be found at www.teamrankings.com. Print out a blank map and see how your predictions compare! February 2013 SPORTS 7 Baseball team is looking to pick up where they left off By Garrett Akridge Reporter Last year’s varsity baseball team Chad Peters, Chase Poole, Hunter Thompson, Walker ended an extraordinary season with Tristan Roberts, JoJo Taylor, Thompson, and Eric Wimpee. an unfortunate playoff game loss to Hunter Walker, Keith Weeks, and After a season-ending loss MGM. Blake Yow. against Baker in the 2nd round of THS tennis This year, they are hoping to do The following students were playoffs last year, and coming off as well as their previous season selected for the 2013 JV baseball a decent 14-8 season, this year’s team ready record of 29-9. team: Garrett Akridge, LeNeil JV team is hoping to perform even The 2013 varsity baseball team Brown, Sean Collins, Marcus better than last year. to compete is as follows: Bo Bostick, Camer- Crutchfield, Cason Estes, Derek The first month of the schedules on Davis, Joseph Emanuel, Josh Eubanks, Addison Fetterhoff, for the varsity and junior varsity By Jessica Silva Everette, Chase Flores, Mathew Stephen Green, Connor Harkey, teams appears below. For a full Reporter Gordon, Chase Gurley, Deion Payton Harris, Brantley John- schedule, please visit the Theodore The tennis season will be starting Johnson, Peyton Jones, Kyle son, Josh Lewis, Joseph Mohr, High School website. next week, and the boys’ and girls’ Kirschten, Dartavius Mathews, Chris Moseley, Trae Murphy, teams are ready to serve it up! The Theodore tennis rosters and VARSITY BASEBALL Partial Schedule JV BASEBALL Partial Schedule 2/18 vs Cottage Hill§ @ MGM 4:00 2/18 vs Cottage Hill§ @ MGM 4:00 schedules are listed below. 2/19 vs MGM§ @ MGM 6:30 2/19 vs MGM§ @ MGM 6:30 The girls’ tennis team members 2/20 vs Daphne§ @ MGM 4:00 2/20 vs Daphne§ @ MGM 4:00 are Gracie Griffin, Rebecca 2/28 vs Murphy+ @ THS 6:30 2/28 vs Murphy+ @ THS 6:30 3/1 vs MGM+@ THS 6:30 3/1 vs MGM+ @ THS 6:30 Pequeen, Nikki Whittington, 3/2 vs Baker+ @ THS 1:30 3/2 vs Baker+ @ THS 1:30 Kardeesha Stringer, Sable Wil- 3/5 vs Foley(DH) @ THS 4:00/6:00 3/5 vs Foley(DH) @ THS 4:00/6:00 liams, Alana Rockhold, Hannah 3/8 vs Saraland @ THS 6:00 3/8 vs Saraland @ THS 6:00 3/9 vs Gulf Shores(DH) @ THS 11:00/1:00 3/9 vs Gulf Shores(DH) @ THS 11:00/1:00 Atkinson, Mareesa Sera, Nina 3/12 vs Fairhope @ Fairhope 6:00 3/12 vs Fairhope @ Fairhope 6:00 Sera, and Vivian Staten. * Denotes Area Game * Denotes Area Game The boys’ tennis team consists § Denotes Hank Aaron Tourney § Denotes Hank Aaron Tourney of Garret Lowe, Aaron Beach, + Denotes Theodore Tourney + Denotes Theodore Tourney Bailey Scerri, Landon Wamble, Blake Peters, Eron Burrell, Zack Lady Bobcats prepared to dominate Douglas, David Meredith, Joe Knowles, and Dakota Christo- FULL SPORTS SCHEDULES can be found on www. theodore.mcs.schoolinsites.com pher. Varsity Softball 2013 - Partial Schedule JV Softball 2013 - Partial Schedule The schedule for boys’ and girls’ *Denotes Area Game *Denotes Area Game tennis matches is as follows: Feb 19 vs Faith Academy @ THS 6:00 Feb 18 vs Saraland (DH) @ Saraland 4:30 February 21 vs. Baker @ Mobile Feb 21 vs Satsuma @ Satsuma 4:30 Feb 19 vs Faith Academy @ THS 4:00 Tennis Center (MTC) 3:30PM; Feb 26 vs Murphy @ Mims 6:00 Feb 21 vs Satsuma @ Satsuma 6:30 February 25 vs. Murphy @ MTC Feb 28 vs UMS-Wright @ UMS-Wright 4:30 Feb 22-23 MGM Tournament TBA 3:30PM; February 27 vs. MGM @ Mar 1-2 Trojan Classic @ Troy, AL TBA March 1-2 Trojan Classic @ Troy TBA Theodore 3:00; March 5 vs. Bryant March 5 vs *Baker @ Baker 6:00 March 5 vs *Baker @ Baker 4:00 @ Theodore 3:00PM; March 7 vs UMS-Wright @ THS 4:30 March 7 vs LeFlore @ THS 6:00 March 7 vs. MGM @ Theodore March 8-9 Daphne Tournament TBA March 12 vs *Bryant @ Bryant 4:00 3:00PM; March 14 vs. Davidson @ March 11 vs Saraland (DH) @ THS 6:00 March 19 vs *Davidson @ Davidson 6:00 Davidson 3:00PM (boys only) March 12 vs *Bryant @ Bryant 6:00 March 21 vs Satsuma @ THS 4:00 March 18 vs. McGill @ MTC March 19 vs *Davidson @ Davidson 4:00 March 26 vs *Baker @ THS 4:00 4:00PM; March 21 vs. Bryant @ March 21 vs Satsuma @ THS 6:00 March 28 vs LeFlore @ Figures Park 4:30 Theodore 3:00PM. March 22-23 Satsuma Tournament TBA April 2 vs *Bryant @ THS 4:00 “We are working hard and prac- March 25 vs Murphy @ THS 6:00 April 4 vs Daphne @ Daphne 4:00 ticing every day,” said tennis coach March 26 vs *Baker @ THS 6:00 April 9 vs *Davidson @ THS 4:00 Mrs. Andra Meredith.“We are just April 2 vs Bryant @ THS 6:00 April 12-13 Daphne Tournament going to have to see how the sea- April 4 vs Daphne @ Daphne 6:00 April 17 vs MGM @ THS 4:30 son goes,” Meredith added. Special Olympics Basketball team remains undefeated Courtesy of Sheryl Thomas Adaptive PE teacher/coach The Bobcats "DEVOURED" Participating players this year those Cougars!!!! include Makayla Brady, Jakayla On January 30th, the Special Penn, Jacquez Williams, Olympic Basketball Team from Adrianna Wright-cheerleader, THS traveled to Corpus Christi Nate Brannon, Jonathan Frank- Catholic School for their annual lin, Clay Odom, Jack Proctor, basketball game. Reggie Glaude, Angus McFar- The student body at Corpus land, Larry McFarland, Alfred extends the invitation to Theodore Brownlee, Erin Connolly, Alex each year as part of their com- Moore, Michelle McMaken- munity outreach during Catholic cheerleader, Colin Sorge, and

Schools Week. Brooke Norwood. Photo courtesy of Sheryl Thomas It is the 5th year of the contest Be sure to congratulate these The THS Special Olympics Basketball team takes a break from the action at the annual and we remain undefeated. This extraordinary athletes! basketball game with students from Corpus Christi Catholic School. year's score was a whooping 62- 23!!! February 2013 Paw Print News 8 The Notebook or 50 First dates? Favorite movies to watch on Valentine’s Day By Ali Hughes Reporter February 14 is the day that cou- with your special someone, should students were polled to see which received the most votes during our ples all over the world show their be a magical, yet simple, way to of these movies would be best to poll: The Vow, and 50 First Dates, love for one another. let your significant other know that put in the DVD player on Valen- and coming in with the most votes Tons of people will struggle over you are still head over heels for tine’s Day. was The Notebook. the thought of planning the perfect him or her. Ten movies that are well known So, there you have it! If you were night for their significant other. The dinner part is pretty easy; as romantic, “chick-flicks” were not sure about the movie choice They want the night to be re- just take your Valentine to his or chosen. before, you now have a list of nice, membered for many years. her favorite place to eat. The ten movies were The Note- mushy films that come highly rec- You could go all out and spend Dinner is over; now what should book, Valentine’s Day, The Vow, ommended. hundreds of dollars on your Val- you do about the movie? The Lucky One, Dear John, Listen No matter which movie you entine, but why not do something What movies are sweet and rom- to Your Heart, A Walk to Remem- choose, your Valentine is sure to simple instead? natic enough to watch on Valen- ber, Crazy Stupid Love, The Last thank you and enjoy the thought Dinner at a nice restaurant and tine’s Day? Song, and 50 First Dates. that went in to spending time with then a movie at home, cuddling To help solve this dilemma, 100 Of these top ten, these three you on Valentine’s Day!

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