The Covington Catholic Times Volume XXVII-Issue III 1600 Dixie Highway, Park Hills, Kentucky 41011 November/December 2014 (859) 491-2247 Page 2 Arts Page 5 Student Life Page 8 Clubs Page 12 Sports

NEHS Colonels Honor Veterans Tyler Micek he was (imprisoned on a British assembly focused on a seemingly To end the assembly, the warship) when writing the song. miraculous example of peace On Veterans Day, CovCath in one of the most deadly and students were blessed with the abil- In the next segment of the devastating wars of all time: ity to celebrate the patriotic holi- assembly, Nick Stegman gave a the First World War. Grant day by learning about the National preview and summary of the cru- Guenther shed light on the Anthem and watching NEHS and cial Union victory at the Battle Christmas Truce of 1914, an drama class members act out im- of Gettysburg, underclassman unofficial one-day ceasefire portant scenes of our country’s Sam Hacker delivered a recognized by al- vast history of bloodshed, from compelling and well-re- most all foot sol- Abe Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address hearsed rendition of Abe diers on the trench- to the Christmas Truce of 1914. Lincoln’s Gettysburg Ad- covered Western dress, which front; a reenact- revitalized in ment of a famous Americans the radio-play depict- all-important ing the spectacle preservation was performed by Josh Kennedy, David Rice and Logan Franx- of the United drama class mem- man serve as the Color Guard for the first time. States and its bers (Ben Zum- ideal of being a Sam Hacker did his dick, Alex Beckes, Colonels stood and recognized self-governing best Abe Lincoln impression. Parker Sommerkamp, alumni and teachers who have nation. To con- and Brett Ziegler acting served in war with applause and a clude the Get- as British Soldiers who playing of “Taps” by Wiley Carr Mrs. Ruth introduces the Veterans Event with the tysburg portion of the were in awe over a beautiful Ger- III. Teacher and Army veteran Chamber Choir in the background. assembly, NEHS Vice- man voice, Senior James Hummel- Coach Hovan delivered a compel- President Patrick Bal- dorf, singing “Silent Night” from ling speech honoring those who low spoke about the significance across No Man’s Land. died in the terrorist attacks on 9/11 After the opening prayer of Lincoln’s Speech before handing the microphone to by Mr. Snyder and an introduction in American history Counselor and Navy veteran Mr. to the ceremony by NEHS advi- and how its ideals are Flesch, who had the honor of clos- sor Mrs. Ruth, the award-winning still practiced in the ing the ceremony with a brief, yet CCH Chamber Choir had a won- United States today. very sentimental statement on war. derful performance of the National Anthem. To further educate why To segway The Veterans Day assem- our National Anthem, “The Star- from the violence bly served as a great reminder to Spangled Banner”, was selected, of war into the po- the CCH students on how appre- senior Bo Schuh delivered a speech tential of peace, the ciative we must be of the millions about Francis Scott Key and where latter portion of the of lives risked and sacrificed to preserve our freedom. Veterans and their families enjoy the service.

Out-Canned By Pandas But Families Have Hearty Holidays

Jack Schrage The Canned Food Drive vs NDA was, to say the least, a success. The Colo- nels and the Pandas competed to see who could come “out-can” the other. The friendly wager between the two schools was the loser had to serve/bus tables one day of the winner’s choice. In order to prevent losing, seniors Noah Galvin, Jack Schrage, and Patrick Hennies went to Krogers and bought over 600 cans of vegetables and other dif- ferent items. They believed that those cans would ensure the victory for the Colo- nels. Unfortunately, the Colonels were out-canned by the Pandas. The Colonels raised about 6,000 cans, which is the highest number of cans of all time, while the Pandas raised over 15,000. They got us this year, but it is all for a good cause. Overall, the Pandas and the Colonels teamed up to make sure that people who had not planned to eat for Noah Galvin cannot keep up with all these cans. Thanksgiving had food and a happy Thanksgiving, and that is all that really mat- ters. Great job, Pandas and Colonels! Arts/Entertainment Page 2 Interstellar Offers Adventure Christmas Joy! Austin Hussey on a farm. One day Matthew and his daughter discover NASA’s se- This PG-13, action/mystery cret base and he is recruited to go movie was released November 5, on a space adventure to save man- 2014 and is still in movie theatres. kind by finding a new home planet. “You walk out of the movie theatre Matthew’s daughter who was also a completely mind blown” senior genius tried working on a plan on Jack Schrage stated as he walked Earth while her father was in an- Photo by David Dinn out of the movie “completely mind other galaxy searching for a planet blown.” This great and scientific ad- capable of living on. The numbing venture takes you on a ride through silence of some moments in the your brain, logic, and the universe. movie will drive your suspense in- With movie stars Matthew McCo- sane. naughey, and Anne Hathaway, they get you to really think outside the The movie was all around box. an amazing movie that I want to go Noah Helbling see again. The adventure is excit- The band and chorus pre- This adventure starts with ing, sad, and happy all on an up and Each year, the Covington ceded the chamber choir and did the world, Earth, having a short down ride. Go find out what hap- Catholic chamber choir, chorus, and an excellent job as well. The band supply of food and Matthew Mc- pens by seeing Interstellar in the- band perform a Christmas concert played songs such as The Grinch Conaughey living with his family atres and have your “mind blown.” for students and community. This and Baby It’s Cold Outside. Mr. year, on December 7, the chamber Cerimele has done an outstanding choir, chorus, and band performed job with the band over the past sev- for the students. Many students eral years and has made it sound look forward to the annual Christ- better than ever. mas concert because it not only gets them out of class, but they are able The chorus has also im- to hear the wonderful, Covington proved in just the past couple of Catholic Chamber Choir. years. The chorus did a wonderful job with such songs as The Grinch, The chamber choir is what with sophomore Joe Gray having a the students and Covington Catholic short solo, followed by senior Bo community look forward to most. Schuh wrapping up the song with a The chamber choir is quite im- solo of his own. pressive and is recognized around the tri-state, having won the Q102 This year’s Christmas con- Christmas contest that gives $5,000 cert did not fail to impress the au- to the winner. The chamber choir diences. Many of the students and continued to impress this year, sing- faculty were impressed by how well ing songs like Hark the Herald An- the chamber choir, chorus, and band gel Sing, the song submitted for the performed. The Christmas concert Q102, Mary Did You Know?, and is something that students and fac- Joseph’s Song, composed by Cov- ulty look forward to each year be- ington Catholic’s own Jim Wolfe. cause of the many fantastic songs sung and played and this year, like all others, did not disappoint.

Chamber Choir Brings Home the Money and Accolades for CCH

Staff Photo by J. Abdrabbo On December 12th, radio station Q102 awarded our own Chamber Choir 1st Place in their annual Christ- mas Choir Competition for the third year in a row. Radio hosts Jeff and Jenn came to the school to present the $5000 check to the Chamber Choir, along with Director Jim Wolfe. “With only four members returning from last year, I wasn’t sure of what the outcome would be. I had 14 new members join the choir, and I couldn’t be prouder of this group as a whole. They worked so hard to produce such a high quality piece,” said Mr. Wolfe. The choir entered with the song Hark the Herald Angels Sing. Judges selected the choir as one of the nine semifinalists, and then it was up to the CCH family to vote, vote, vote. And vote they did, pushing the choir into the finals. These three Jeff and Jenn from Q102 present the check to the Chamber Choir and Mr. choirs were then judged by the radio station’s own judges. The Wolfe. rest is history. We are so proud of this group’s great accom- plishments and Mr. Wolfe’s hard work. Arts/Entertainment Page 3 12 Angry Men Prove They Can Act!! Josh Kennedy Spiritoso as Juror Number 4, Parker Sommerkamp as Juror Number 5, Every semester, for drama Brett Ziegler as Juror Number 6, class’s exam, the students must Bowen Dressman as Juror Num- perform in a play. They use all the ber 7, Buckley as Juror Number skills and tricks they have learned 8, Jacob Kennedy as Juror Number over the semester, to act and per- 9, Max Schaefer as Juror Number form. This semester, part of the stu- 10, James Wilson as Juror Number dents performed the play 12 Angry 11, Robbie Newman as Juror Num- Men. ber 12, and Brian Haughey as the Photo by Diane Ruth Characters included Adrian Guard. Neff as the Foreman, Austin Hussey The play was fantastic. The as Juror Number 2, Andrew Beiers- acting was great, as all of the ac- dorfer as Juror Number 3, Anthony tors homed in their skills to whether or not a young boy is guilty ally, Beiersdorfer gives in, and all put on a great performance. of murder. As the play continues, the jurors agreed that the kid was Highlights from the play things heat up between the jurors. innocent. include Andrew Beiersdor- Each juror gives his argument and fer almost stabbing Aaron states his opinion. “I wasn’t sure if the boys Buckley, as well as Brian were going to pull it off, but they Haughey’s tear jerking role Aaron Buckley and Andrew were nearly flawless. I was really as the guard. Beiersdorfer got in some intense ar- impressed with their acting ability,” guments. Aaron (Juror Number 8) said Mrs. Ruth about her drama stu- 12 Angry Men is believed that the boy was innocent, dents. about a murder, and the jury while Beiersdorfer (Juror Number Austin Hussey (#2) and Jacob Kennedy (#9) try to hold of the court has to decide 3) thought he was guilty. Eventu- back Andrew Beiersdorfer (#3) from Aaron Buckley (#8). Colonels Expand Their Accents in The Hasty Heart

Bo Schuh is played the protagonist Lachlen som, an Afri- NDA actress who would play the McLachlen, the ill Scottish soldier, can who did not role of Margaret at the last minute, The Drama Class, under who eventually falls in love with speak English, nothing could keep these budding the guidance of Mrs. Ruth, recently the lovely and Robert Lil- actors from putting on their best. “I performed their annual plays, with caretaker of ly, who played was surprised that these boys did so two different plays being featured the ward, Tommy, gave well. Adrian didn’t let this slow him th this year. On December 11 , 2014, Margaret, comic relief at down--acting and reading the part the drama class performed an act of brought to every turn dur- of Margaret. They all had to take Twelve Angry Men, starring Aaron life by Adri- ing the play, al- on an accent, and I was impressed Buckley, Andrew Beirsdorfer, and an Neff. ways bringing by that,” said Mrs. Ruth about the Brian Haughey gives Anthony Spiritoso. One week later, Ben Zum- forth the smiles boys. th us an African chant. on the 18 , the class performed The dick played and laughs of Hasty Heart, starring Ben Zumdick, a very con- the audience Adrian Neff, and Cullen Lewis. vincing whenever a line was said or action The Hasty Heart is a story Cullen Lewis is a natural role as the was done. Scot. of how a Scottish soldier who will stuttering Yank, who The actors in this second die in six weeks but is unaware of play had an extra week for rehears- this joins the ward of other injured becomes Lachie’s companion in the play and consoles him the best. al since they did the full production. soldiers who aim to make his last Even with setbacks, like losing our few weeks enjoyable. Cullen Lew- Brain Haughey, who played Blos- Photos by Robert Lilly

Basketball Video Game is a Must Have

Daniel Lee NBA 2K15 is a basketball video game published by 2K Sports and designed by Visual Concepts. Released on October 7,2014, this is the second game in the 2K series for the next generation consoles. With reigning MVP Kevin Durant on the cover and the bright red background, the presentation of the game is attention grabbing. Specifically made for Xbox One and Playstation 4, the features of the NBA players are life-like. Using 3-D mapping for players, developers were able to use a 3D model of the players face and add an insane amount of detail to the game. Developers also invited the NBA players to a recording studio to record their voices for in-game interaction between your “My Player” and other notable NBA players. This game was meant for next generation consoles such as the Xbox one and the Playstation 4. Having the game on current generation consoles is still great graphics, but you will not get all the feautures and details as you would on next generation consoles.

Arts/Entertainment Page 4 Storyteller Keeps Colonels on Edge Bo Schuh always keeping young boy – Pe- our elders are wiser than we On November 3rd, us on the edge of ter – stealing cig- believe, and even though 2014, Diane Macklin, a pro- our seats with our arettes from the we young adults may think fessional storyteller from eyes wide, our corner store. Af- we have all the answers, we the Cincinnati Arts Orga- ears open, and ter catching him, must keep our elders close nization, visited Covington smiles and laughs she told Peter’s as a rock to our wisdom and Catholic to tell stories to the upon our lips. mom, and Peter knowledge due to their own drama class, as well as other Ms. was to work at knowledge and wisdom. English classes throughout Macklin’s first Opl’s house, do- Ms. Macklin was the grade levels. She was a story was about ing whatever she fantastic. She was able to lively lady, being very en- how her moth- wanted. To fight weave Jewish, African, and ergetic and animated, the er told her she this, Peter chal- American stories and tradi- perfect attributes for a good could not use her ones can be our light and lenged Opl to tions together in order to storyteller. night-light anymore once help us live courageously three riddles; if she could preach values and virtues The main purpose of she went to bed, which her and with bravery. solve all three, he would we all must possess to a a storyteller is to capture the older brother used as a ploy Her second story come to her house and do wide variety of people. Not audience’s attention, hold to scare her. Eventually, af- followed a very elderly anything she asked. If not, only this, but she was able it, and entertain them while ter many scares, her mother woman named Opl, which then he would not come to to keep us, the audience, teaching them a lesson or took her to her own bed and stood for old preacher lady. her home. After success- engaged and entertained theme from the story. Well, they slept there, and she This woman would en- fully foiling all three of his throughout the whole time, Ms. Macklin was outstand- then felt safe. Her main pur- gage everyone in the town, riddles, the boy realizes her making us laugh and sit on ing in this regard. From her pose of the story was to con- speaking of what was right great wisdom, and goes to the edge of our seats for the voice inflection, to her lively vey that not only can certain and wrong, and generally her home, cleans, and lis- whole performance; truly a hand gestures, to her audi- things be a light for us, but people listened to her. One tens to her speak. The moral woman who has mastered ence involvement, she was our elders and our loved day, she caught a rebellious of this particular story is that her craft. Artist Logic Raps to a Tune of a Different Beat Trevor Bowman with his career and with from his older brother’s but I would like you to go his social life. So his real point-of-view. Another ex- find some of them out on On October 21, life as Sir Robert Bryson ample of this is in the song your own. Some of the crit- 2014, an unknown hip hop Hall II and his stage life as “Nikki” which is about his ics that have listened to the artist’s life would change Logic are both under pres- addiction to nicotine, but album have compared it forever. Logic who is an up sure. Many of the songs on Logic throughout the song to good kid, m.A.A.d city, and coming artist released the album have meanings makes it sound like he is which is a very success- his first album on that day. that people do not get af- rapping about a bad breakup ful album that came out in He has had many mixtapes ter the first time listening with a girl called Nikki. In 2012 by rap artist Kendrick your typical hip hop art- which he has released to but after multiple listens the hook of the song we are Lamar. Also they have com- ist rapping about women, the public. These mixtapes over time, but this is not a revealed that Nikki is actu- pared it to one of Logic’s drugs, and gangs. He raps were a hit with many of the problem because the beats ally nicotine. Logic with role models, Kanye West’s about his ability to stay away avid rap listeners, but his in each songs is unique to the release of this song and work of Graduation. So I from that life, the interests album exploded more than the words so they are easy album also pledged to quit highly advise you to go out of his life, and his current anyone thought it would. In to listen to over and over smoking cigarettes because and purchase or just listen life. This album is titled Un- the first week of its release again. For example, in the of the harm it has caused to Logic’s album Under der Pressure, which is also it reached the number 2 hip song “Gang Related” Logic him in his life. Pressure as soon as you can. a name of one of the songs hop album on iTunes and rhymes about his life grow- on the album. Logic creat- the number 4 album on the ing up from his point-of- There are many ed this name for the album Billboard’s Top 25. view in the first verse, but in more songs I could go into because in his life he feels the second verse he rhymes depth about the meanings Now Logic is not that he is under pressure Pop Band Rixton Releases New Album Josh Kennedy music. Jake teamed up with artists like Usher, Chris which I can see them being 5, which is no coincidence bassist/keyboardist Danny Brown, and R. Kelly on songs you can easily dance considering producer Ben- Music Review: Rixton’s Wilkin, and the two began Youtube. Rixton caught to. ny Blanco has worked with two singles from their new to perform gigs at small the eyes of music manger them in the past. album, Let the Road pubs. Three years later, they Scooter Braun, with these “Me and my Bro- covers, including the band’s ken Heart” is about a man Their new album, Rixton, an would own take on the song “Have who is looking for love in Let the Road, will be re- up and coming recruit Yourself a Merry Little his life, but isn’t having leased on January 6, 2015. pop band from Charley Christmas.” Braun loved any luck. “Wait on me” is I recommend giving this Manchester, Eng- Bagnall the work of Rixton, and led almost the opposite, and is band a listen if you are a fan land, began seeing to play them to producer Benny about someone who is try- of pop music. the spotlight in lead gui- Blanco, who agreed to pro- ing to convince someone to early 2013 when tar, and duce the band’s debut al- fall in love with them. music manager eventu- bum, Let the Road. Scooter Braun signed Rix- ally Lewi Morgan on the Jake is a very tal- drums. ton to Interscope records. Rixton has released ented vocalist, and the same two singles from their new goes for his lyrical writing. The band was The newly formed album, which include “Me Both songs are just fun to formed when lead singer band began to write their and my Broken Heart” and listen to, and really lighten Jake Roche decided to drop own originals, however the “Wait on Me.” Both songs your mood. The band heav- out of school to pursue his real fame began when they posted covers of songs by feature an upbeat melody, ily reminds me of Maroon Student Life Page 5 Memorial Mass-- a Tradition Macbeth Comes to CCH Andrew Whitehead Trevor Bowman On November 4th, the CCH student The seniors on body, faculty, and the families of the de- November 6th made the ceased, gather in the gym to celebrate, and long walk to the Griffin remember the lives of the lost CCH com- Center to see Macbeth. munity. This play was performed by the travel- The mass began with a prayer, in ing Shakespeare Company honor of the deceased, followed by a member of each every family putting based out of Cincinnati. a rose, symbolizing the life of each of the lost alumni into a vase to honor This company has come their memory. As the mass proceeded, Father Matt Cushing devoted his to our school before; mul- entire homily to the families and the deceased, describing how to enjoy tiple times this year for and rejoice their lives, instead of mourning the loss. The mass concluded other grade levels. The plays performance was marvelous with the actors playing with Mr. Rowe offering his condolences to the families and inviting them many different roles. They were also their own staff and crew moving the sets to the cafeteria for coffee and donuts. and getting their own costumes together. The play followed the plot of the story to the tee. The actors were great at taking on the characters actions as I imagined This mass is one of the most respectable traditions here at CCH, it when I was reading my play. Andrew Whitehead a senior at Cov Cath stated, and I hope it will continue to be a tradition for years to come. “The play was inspirational, it made me feel like I was really at the Globe Theater seeing a Shakespeare play.

They also have to do something that I do not know many people could, Open House Shows Off CCH and that is have multiple plays memorized in their heads at once. After the play was over the actors told us that they sometimes had up to 5 to 6 plays memorized Jack Schrage ested in CCH. In order for that to be at once and working to memorize others. This company will continue to come back to our school because of the great job they do. possible, Mr. Rowe held meetings Open House is one of many in the morning to make sure every- excellent ways that we promote our one was educated with the most up Burrito Bar Scores Big Points with Colonels school. This year we had a great to date information and understood Drew DeMarsh amount of sophomores, juniors, and the correct route to walk with the ria. Their goal is to feed the hungry seniors that volunteered their time parent and student visiting. A Covington Catholic stu- mouths of more than 500 students, to give tours or sit at a booth for dent is always three things: edu- and it is not easy to please all of each club or sport. Each and every After each tour was given, cated, con- them, but they do a great job. Now, one of the tour guides were dedi- the students were met by members siderate, along with the normally scheduled cated and committed to make sure of the boosters, where they were di- and hungry. lunch for that day, there is also a bur- that each parent/student that walked rected to the gymnasium to be given There is only rito bar where students build their out of Covington Catholic that day, their Cov Cath water bottle and giv- one thing a own burritos with ingredients that was more informed and more inter- en the time to check out the differ- Colonel loves include all the necessities: chicken, ent sports and clubs CCH has more than a steak, queso cheese, salsa, peppers, to offer. Each club/sport will state champi- shredded cheese, and more. have a couple representatives onship, and to give some basic details and The food is not only deli- that is a bur- information on the particular cious, but the idea of complete rito. club/sport. Hopefully, after customization is almost too hard to the tour and gymnasium vis- Mr. Rowe goes all out to pass up. It is a struggle for students promote the Burrito Bar. The students it, the student/parent will be have recently to only buy one of the lunches, be- completely interested in Cov- been intro- cause the other lunch looks just as ington Catholic and hopefully duced to a new meal plan which is delicious. Everyone appreciates the be attending next year. executed to culinary perfection by hard work the women in the cafete- the lovely lunch ladies in the cafete- ria put into daily feeding the hungry hoard of teenage boys. Another Perfect Score at CCH Ben Kindt Schwartz Over the past three years at Covington Catholic three students have scored a perfect score on the ACT. Tanner Fangman who is a sophomore at Texas A&M, Adrian Neff a current senior and Logan Boyle a current Properties junior. Logan Boyle’s ACT score is even regarded as more superior LLC since he is only a junior. He has taken the test three times and has scored a 33,35, and 36. Getting a perfect ACT score almost guaran- tees a full ride to any college you wish as long as your gpa is good as well. Go Colonels and good Among the students with perfect ACT scores Tanner Fang- man is at Texas A&M, Adrian Neff plans on attending Harvard or Luck to the class of Yale studying to be a brain surgeon, and Logan Boyle plans to at- tend UK for engineering. 2015!! Student Life Page 6 Unique Opportunity Offered to Academic Accolades to the Top Colonels Students Bo Schuh Kentucky treated his trip to Europe. Paul Huber John Ciaramitaro, Aidan Donaghy, Jacob Dressman, Michael Finke, th On November 10 , 2014, The second option offered is The Academic Awards As- Ben France, Logan Franxman, Ben a speaker from Rotary came to a ten month stay in a foreign coun- sembly is a great tradition. All of the Gerdes, Jared Haught, Tony Hentz, Covington Catholic to talk to the try, but this time the student will students and faculty members come Jeffery Huston, Andrew Jacob, Al- junior and senior classes about go- attend school in the country and together to recognize the hard work exander Jordahl, Adam Listerman, ing abroad to study and to learn the become even more engrossed in and effort the honor roll students at Luke Lonnemann, Marcus Maier, cultures of the European country the culture and language. A benefit the school put Joshua Newman, Joe Nie- they choose. This opportunity was of this choice is that the student is forth. haus, Jaret Schreiver, Lo- gan Schulte, Nick Smith, sponsored by Covington Catholic given a certain amount of spending The as- Adam Stegman, and Hunt- graduate and philanthropist, Mr. money, and his insurance is paid sembly started er Ziegelmayer. Zembrodt, a successful chemical for as long as he complies with the with Mr. Rowe engineer who invented Glade Air rules of the Rotary Company. This giving an intro- There were 32 ju- Fresheners. option is very unique, as it is very duction, recog- niors who received an seldom that a high school student nizing all the award: David Armstrong, The first option presented can find an opportunity such as this students and by the Rotary Company is a 30 day Peter Ward, Coire Ayres, to emerge himself into a foreign parents that were Jared Becraft, Logan Boyle, stay in a foreign country, staying language and culture so deeply. there. Then he with a family native to the country. CCH Graduate Alex From- Ben Darpel, Andrew Ep- handed the po- meyer inspires the crowd. plen, Chris Fagan, Andrew This option is presented more as a The age stipulation is that dium to CovCath Wood, Adam Flynn, Austin cultural experience than a study- you may not be older than eighteen alumni Alex Frommeyer, who is an Flynn, Mark Gebhart, Sam Hacker, abroad opportunity, where the stu- and a half years of age once you ap- entrepreneur. He talked to the stu- Will Heppler, Daniel Kleier, Mitch dent spends 30 days living the life ply or leave for the trip. The three dents about what it means to be a MacKnight, Ryan Massie, Bren- of his family, being able to experi- rules the student must apply to are Colonel and how well CovCath will dan Meyer, Nathan Montelisciani, ence the culture, the food, and must no sex, no alcohol, and no drugs. If prepare you for the future. Cameron Pitzer, David Rice, Sam bring his own money to spend as you are able to meet all of these re- Romes, Matthew Rose, Peter Schae- Senior Cooper Theobald has freely as he would like. Once the quirements and rules, then you are fer, Benjamin Schoborg, Nicholas been recognized during this assem- 30 days is over, the student will fly in for an experience of a lifetime. Stegman, Nathan Sucher, Coleman bly for three years. “The academic back home, but the foreign student If any Colonel is interested in this Sweeny, Lucas Timmerman, Adam awards assembly is a great event that he stayed with now accompa- opportunity, please contact Rotary Wessels, Jacob Wessels, and David that the school puts together. I’m nies him back to his home, treating directly, or simply see Mr. Mott to Wood. honored to have the privilege of be- it just the same as the student from get in touch with Rotary. ing recognized in front of my fel- There were 23 seniors who low classmates and faculty for my received an award: Ryan Arling- academic achievements. Mr. Rowe haus, Patrick Ballow, Alex Beckes, holds all of his students to a high Tony Bessler, Jake Brueggeman, standard and the ceremony should Wiley Carr, Grant Guenther, Chris make every student want to strive Holthaus, Parker Kenney, Joe Ma- for better academic achievement. I rino, Walt Menke, Adrian Neff, also can’t complain about the conti- Miso Rokvic, Grant Romes, Jacob nental breakfast afterwards.” Roth, Adam Ruwe, Mark Ryan, Ben Schmidt, Bo Schuh, Erik There were 28 sophomores Schutzman, Kurt Stegman, Caleb who received an award: Andrew Summe, and Cooper Theobald. Alcorn, Anthony Best, Benjamin Boydston, Mark Briede, Blake Cecil, Congratulations to all the recipients. 20th Anniversary for Gallenstein Scholarship

Robert Fields the Gallenstein family, along with a variety of former Colonels. The The Jon Gallenstein Schol- scholarship goes toward paying for arship is for senior artists who are the winning senior’s tuition. This the best in their class and in most year’s winners were Ryan Arling- cases move on to pursue a career in haus, CJ Voorhees, and Steven Far- art. Jon Gallenstein was a former ris. These boys put in the work nec- Colonel who died in a tragic ac- essary to surpass all other students cident in 1993 his junior year. Mr. in the competition. Their hard work Haders said, “He was just an over- and dedication paid off, and now all great kid, loved by everyone and they can relax and focus on ending an absolutely amazing artist.” The out the school year in a big way. scholarship was instituted a year af- ter his tragic passing and has been A special award was given awarded every year since. This year to a senior who shows diligence and marks the 20th anniversary for the excellence in art. This was Kurt scholarship, and it does not look Stegman who was awarded $1000 Mr. Haders talks with the scholarship winners after the presentation. like they will stop awarding it any- commission with Team EPS. Kurt time soon. will create a piece of art for the company. The scholarship is awarded to three artists and to enter the con- All of the recipients and test you must submit 5 art pieces, participants enjoyed a hearty dinner which is judged by Mr. Haders and at the Golden Corral as reward. Student Life Page 7 Visitors from University of Louisville Noah Helbling duced Joey Schmidt, a 2012 gradu- chosen. He described college life as student should worry about finances fun in the city of Louisville, when it comes to making the deci- On December 1, Covington never being bored or not hav- sion of where they should continue Catholic received a special guest ing anything to do, even on their education. She really grabbed speaker: Dr. James R. Ramsey, campus. He went on to say the attention of the students when President of the University of Lou- how unique the university she said that as the Admissions Di- isville. Dr. Ramsey was invited to itself is, including the best rector at Louisville, she, along with speak to the entire junior class and professors of any university Dr. Ramsey are extremely proud of seniors that wanted to attend. in the state, a brand new, state the success that Covington Catholic of the art student activities graduates have had at the univer- Dr. Ramsey has been em- center, and having “Grade A” sity. ployed in administrative positions athletic teams. Joey was very by several prestigious universities, ate of Covington Catholic. Joey was convincing in his pitch to the stu- Dr. Ramsey, Mrs. Sawyer, including the University of Ken- able to connect with the juniors and dents about why Louisville is such and Joey all did a great with giving tucky, Loyola University, Western seniors better than Dr. Ramsey, due a great university and a place where students an idea of what to expect Kentucky, and the University of to being a student at Louisville. Joey students can feel at home. in the next few years, whether they North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Dr. gave the students his view of the uni- choose to continue their education Ramsey spoke for a short time but versity and how much his decision Jenny Sawyer, Admissions at Louisville or not. They made it made the most of it. He said, “You to attend Louisville has affected his Director at the University of Lou- clear to everyone that the college have lots of important things to think current situation. Joey explained to isville was brought out to speak decision is the most important deci- about. You decide your future.” Dr. the students that they should make last. Mrs. Sawyer is a graduate of sion that most of them will make, Ramsey made his message clear a college decision based on what it Louisville and longtime employee and that they should be wise and that as juniors and seniors, students is that they are interested in doing, of the university. She spoke to the weigh their options, but the three are forced to make many large scale not based on where their friends are students about the application pro- also made it clear that they hoped decisions, and that ultimately their going. Joey made the decision to go cess and what is required of them in that the University of Louisville success is impacted and determined to Louisville to be an art major, but terms of becoming a student at the was fit for the students and that the by those decisions. changed his major four times before university. Mrs. Sawyer said that students would all be welcomed if college is an investment, and that no they made the decision to become a Next, Dr. Ramsey intro- returning to the major he had first Cardinal.

Baby Osterhaus Enters the Nutcracker Brings Festive Fun Staff On the weekend of December 6th and 7th, the NDA-CCH actors put on a Staff Colonel Family festive show in Harper K. Lee’s adaptation of The Nutcracker. Another baby en- It was a show for the children, but the students put on one enter- tered into the Coving- taining show. Some of the more memorable moments included one really ton Catholic family big cockroach that made its way across the stage, talking Christmas trees on November 25 at and stockings, Michael Pikar as a soldier battling a really big rat, Nathan 8:57pm. Mrs. Mau- Urban and Max Schaefer as intimidating mobsters, and Noah Birrer as a reen Osterhaus had ham. What else could you want in a play? her first child, Ava Rose. Ava weighed in at 9 lbs. 5 ounces and was 21 1/4 inches long. After a short stay in the hospi- tal because of some blood infection, Ava was able to go home. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Oster- haus on their first child. Michael Pikar is slain by the Rat King in the imaginary world of his daughters.

Cafeteria Worker Mourned After Battle with Cancer

Cafeteria worker Rita Dreyer passed away on De- cember 2, 2014 after her battle with cancer. Ms. Dreyer was the Food Services Director for our Di- ocesan Schools for about 40 years before she re- Who wouldn’t be just a bit afraid of these life size vermin? tired. She worked for CCH part-time from 2012 until the spring of 2014 when she was diagnosed with cancer. She loved working here with the stu- dents. She fought the battle with the disease for about 6 months, hoping to beat it and return to serve “her boys.” Our prayers are with her family. Clubs Page 8 Ski Club Members Get Psyched for the Upcoming Season Grant Guenther Perfect North Slopes. where they teach the disabled how to ski. Perfect North is, although not As winter comes around the The Ski Club’s first an ideal location because of its “be- corner most Colonels are excited task was to elect its lead- ginner” slopes, it is great because it about things like Thanksgiving, ers. The winning offi- is still a good place to ski and fairly Christmas, and New Year’s, but cers were Tyler Micek as close. some are excited about something president, Antonio Spiri- else-- the skiing season. Skiing is a toso as vice president, and If you are interested in the very “addicting” sport if you will. Jared Flood as Secretary. club, talk to either Tyler or Mrs. Anybody who skies gets an auto- The Ski Club has some Stengle for more information on matic rush from flying down a hill cool sweatshirts to show joining. They are still taking new on a snowboard or skies at over 40 Antonio Spiritoso and Tyler Micek show off the new off their fun club as well. members but will not be able to get miles per hour. It is just a unique ex- Ski Club sweatshirt. Members will start travel- them a discounted price to Perfect perience that any guy would want a fantastic job organizing. The first ing up to Perfect North on North. The members enjoy their to try. Thankfully, Cov Cath has a meeting for this club was back in Wednesdays starting in February Wednesday trips by going to the club dedicated to skiing for all those September, and now the club is well where they will stay and ride the slopes to shred it. I hope the ski sea- who wish to be daring and like be- on their way with nearly 80 mem- slopes for a few hours. The main son goes as well as it sounds with all ing cold. This club is led by the ex- bers who have gotten discounted task of the Ski Club is to have fun, the snow that is supposed to come; pert skier Mrs. Stengle, who does ski passes to their destination of but they also do some great service it will make this year a great ski sea- work like Special Olympics Skiing son for our club. Go Colonels! Colonels Make First Appearance in Robotics Competition Ben Zumdick head match ups. tor Bob Lind explained that the In their last match judges were very impressed with The Robotics/Engineer- the Colonels liter- the boys’ knowledge and enthu- ing Club is a new club that was ally fell one inch siasm, that they even sent two started this year led by modera- short of victory. more sets of judges to visit the tor Mr. Bob Lind and also led The win would team. by assistants Mr. Hartman, Mr. have bumped Lubbers, Mr. Gastenveld, Mr. their overall finish Senior Caleb Summe Batshoun, and Mr. VanDyke. up to 15th place. says he had a lot more fun than They meet Saturday mornings expected at the event. “There’s and Wednesday mornings. They The team did so much more to the competition brainstorm and sketch ideas and not leave empty- than I thought. You have to scout for more information or if you Team House Cats pose for a group shot at the competition. handed though. opponents, create game plans, want to join the club see Mr. They walked and even make alliances with Lind at school. ber and held their own against away with the other teams.” Caleb and the team their opponents. The team who judges’ award, an award the judg- are looking forward to improv- The Robotics Club consists of students from every es give out to a team they want ing in their next competition. members participated in their grade placed 27 out of 76 teams to individually recognize from first ever competition in Decem- and went 4-2 in their head to the rest. Robotics Club modera-

Service is in Full Swing Jake Brueggeman are needed to help pack and deliv- er toys for less fortunate children. The Colonels have done a Saint Agnes needs volunteers to as- great job this year maintaining the sist seventh and eighth graders with school’s tradition of generous ser- their science fair research papers. vice to others. People in the com- Special Olympics Basketball will munity are in dire need of service, need referees and score keepers, so and our students do a fantastic job be sure to look out for signups. Mr. representing Covington Catholic Zerhusen provides service oppor- through their selfless service. We tunities constantly so make sure to have worked on a wide variety of support the community and perform service projects that have benefitted some good acts today! a plethora of people in need. A key project the Colonel students do is the tutoring program in which mentors go to local grade schools and help kids in need aca- demically. Our students serve as role models to these usually less fortunate children and are friends with the kids by the end of the program, after spending so many weeks together. More volunteers are always needed to help the cause and support the community.

Other opportunities include Clean-up at Baker Hunt is a Steinford’s Toys in which students great activity. Clubs Page 9 KYA Travels to Louisville Culture Club Samples a Taste of Jake Brueggeman isville with victory as their chief Mexican and Iranian goal. Fellow participants from Tyler Micek istic (and at some points) and pain- The Kentucky Youth As- other schools are the judges for the sembly is a three day trip to the fully melodramatic film. event. The four bill authors consist- On the first night of Thanks- Crowne Plaza in Louisville. Stu- ing of Coleman Sweeney, Kevin giving Break, November 22, the Overall, the entire Culture dents from various schools propose Sommers, Christian VanDusen, and CovCath Culture Club traveled to Club would agree that all the antics Nate Schumacher presented the Gaslight District of Clifton for of the night were a terribly fun time. their ideas and rebuked any a night of culture and fun. The night From the good vibes and great eats arguments. Despite their started with a meal at Cactus Pear, efforts, the student judges a delightfully authentic Mexican were not too keen on the restaurant. Members especially idea of the bill. The first enjoyed the homemade tamales session of judging is a pre- and sampling some super spicy liminary ranking where no habanero sauces. teams are cut. The second session is when the student After their bellies were Sommers, Schumacher, and VanDusen present their bill. judges decide what bills crammed with as much spicy advance into the following food and soda they could hold, bills of law to simulate the state and Mrs. Mitchell entertains the group while Mrs. Ruth rounds. the club got back into their cars gets a photo at the Cactus Pear. federal legislature systems. Each and took a short drive to The Es- school’s team has four bill authors Sadly, the Colonel KYA quire Theatre to watch Rosewater, at Cactus Pear to watching the evoc- who propose and defend their bill. team’s bill did not make it through a true story that chronicles the life ative film Rosewater, the members The Colonel KYA team proposed the voting. Their idea was worthy and actions of Newsweek Journal- of the Culture Club had a great time. the bill that pets must be restrained of advancing, some felt snubbed by ist Maziar Bahari that cause him The fun will undoubtedly continue within a moving vehicle. the results. It is a shame their bill to be captured and imprisoned by into the month of December, where was not received well, but the Colo- the Islamic State (ISIS) in Iran for the Culture Club plans on starting a With this idea the Coving- nels who went still had a unique ex- suspected acts of espionage. Bahari themed Secret Santa gift exchange ton Catholic team headed to Lou- perience upon which they will look shows steadfast strength and opti- with each person’s presents coming to build. mism throughout the painfully real- from a different country. Academic Team Trudges to End Spring Grove Brings Inspiration Grant Guenther in late September and will end in Paul Huber mid-January making it a long and In the past years, the Aca- grueling season. This year in the The Photo Club made another outing in early November to Spring demic Team has been good, but the “Northern Kentucky Academic Grove Cemetery in St. Bernard, OH, about a half hour drive. They left last couple years have been difficult League” CCH is in the small school right after school on a Friday at 3 p.m. Fifteen students made the trip to the for our squad. With juniors Mitch division where they are in 3rd place beautiful place. MacKnight and Logan Boyle, the behind Highlands, and Notre Dame. The next outing will be to the Cincinnati Museum Center, in De- CCH Academic Team looks stron- Cov Cath beat Highlands the first cember. Photo Club leader Mrs. Ruth is looking forward to the annual ger than the past couple years and match of the season, 26-20, but could make some photo club competition in the spring. “It’s a big group this year.” Mrs. noise. Although Ruth said. “There are like 25 guys. It’s the best group I’ve had in a while, young, this team and some of them are very talented.” This year is shaping up to be very is ready to learn competitive for the top prize in the competition. and do well in their matches. The coach of the Aca- demic Team this year was named to Mr. Thaman after Mr. Balskus resigned because “he was winning too much; it wasn’t Mr. Thaman seems to be giving the NDA side strategy. even fun any- more.” The captain of the team has went through a rough stretch mid- been named to Logan Boyle, and season where they lost 3 in a row, their season is far underway. hence the 6-3 record. As far as the schedule goes, The remaining matches are it included the teams of Highlands, against New Cath (again) and Di- Beechwood, New Cath, Boone xie. After that, the Colonels will County, Notre Dame, Cov Latin, take place in the Governor’s Cup St. Henry, Holmes, Newport, and where they often have great suc- Notre Dame again. They are 4-5 cess, and this year looks no differ- Sam Romes shows his talents at Spring Grove Cemetery. in their first 9 matches with wins ent. Good Luck to the Academic against Highlands, Beechwood, Team the rest of the season. Hope- Newport, and Covington Latin. The fully the long hours of preparing for Academic Colonels play almost ev- the matches will pay off, because ery Tuesday, and the season started these academic warriors deserve it. Clubs Page 10 NEHS Keeps Busy at Christmas Season Culture Club Staff Has The month of De- cember does not Secret Santa bring leisure time for the NEHS at Covington Catholic. The boys always look forward to gift wrapping ev- ery year. This was Sam Romes, Jake Wessels, and Nathan Sucher Mrs. Ruth, her family, and some NEHS members the first year for the work together with their gift-wrapping skills. share some Christmas carols with the Madonna members to work Manor Residents. with Joseph Beth at Crestview Mall in early December. Members were polite to every- one who stopped by the table. Some members even picked up some tips on gift-wrapping from Mrs. Ruth. Also, during this Christmas season, the members gathered after school on Monday before exams to share Kurt Stegman enjoys the festivities. their musical talents with the residents of Madonna Manor. The members visit with the residents on a monthly basis normally. There was even a duet from Lucas Foertsch and little Maxx Ruth. Robert Lilly Look for another Pancake Breakfast in January from these hard workers. This year the Culture Club is going strong under the leader- ship of Chris Holthaus and Mrs. Drug Free Club Sponsors a Ping Pong Tournament Ruth. December is such a busy Before Christmas Break time of the year that the group de- Mr. Rick Flesch cided to do a secret Santa gift ex- Thanks to all the Drug Free change, but with a twist. The mem- Club members who closed out the bers who attended drew names first semester exam period on De- beforehand with each person also cember 22nd with participation in selecting a country. For the per- the Ping Pong Tournament. son’s name that the member drew, There were no losers, as he had to purchase a gift repre- each of the 16 members received senting that particular country as a gift card to Skyline Chili just for well as bring a snack for the party. playing. Of course, some fantastic Some of the countries represented big cookies helped to fuel the play- included Egypt, Belgium, Mexico, ers that evening. The Haught broth- Germany, and Ireland. The group Cullen Lewis shows his also watched “A Child’s Christmas unusual hand positions ers both advanced to the semi-finals, Mr. Thaman brought his that were the secret to his in Wales” by Dylan Thomas. It was only to fall after well played, tough One Haught brother is plenty best game to the table. victory. matches. Mr. Thaman was quite the an interesting look back in time. but two showed up to play the Upcoming outings for the combatant, advancing to the finals, tourney. but he too fell to the ultimate cham- group include seeing the movie pion, senior Cullen Lewis. Selma and Jungle Jim’s and Findlay Market. Come out and join us.

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Robert Lilly cause it is not. Not by a long shot. But weighing the pros and cons of each? I my comprehension. The retraining of I do, however, believe many people highly doubt it. Do not get me wrong. many officers should be done at once, “Hindsight is always 20-20.” are quick to jump on the bandwagon What happened to Michael is tragic, and in the case of Daniel Pantaleo, I I am sure that is what Officer Daniel of the media and-induced rioters who and he was not supposed to leave us believe he is just as guilty as a citizen Pantaleo is thinking after his alterca- pour into the streets each time an even that fateful day on August 9th. But for who would have strangled Garner. tion and eventual death of Eric Garner. like ones of Eric Garner and Michael men and women of the media to pol- Garner was approached by officers on Brown occur. lute the minds of the public with race- What does this have to do the streets of New York City for al- induced propaganda is not doing any- with race and media? The Eric Garner legedly selling illegal cigarettes. As Michael Brown was a man one any justice. case received media attention because tempers rose, Officer Pantaleo ended who had hours before robbed a liquor it was right in the wake of the Fergu- up with his forearm around Garner’s store and proceeded to walk down In the case of Eric Garner, I son, Missouri, verdict. I am not saying throat leading to his eventual suffoca- this neighborhood street as though feel much different. Officer Daniel Eric Garner’s death should not have re- tion and death. With Garner’s death in he was above the law. When Officer Pantaleo has been cited three previous ceived media attention, it should have. the wake up the Ferguson, Missouri, Wilson stumbled upon Brown, Wil- times for using too much force when It is how the media portrays the events ruling not to indict Darren Wilson in son received a call on the radio of a dealing with arrests. The video shows of what happened. Do I think Officer the shooting and killing of Michael man matching the exact description of four officers surrounding a very large Pantaleo could have had an issue with Brown, a man who had hours before Brown, who had just robbed a liquor Eric Garner, who is blatantly showing racism? Possibly. Do I think it is more robbed a liquor store. store. Yes, Michael Brown was un- the officers he willing to cooperate by likely that he was a police officer who armed in the shooting and yes, Officer placing his arms in the air in a submit- may have too much of an inclination The police brutality that oc- Wilson does seem like he was quick to ting manner. However Pantaleo began for physical altercations? Yes. The curs in the United States is something, send Michael to his grave, but I do not to mount Garner, putting his forearm problem lies in when a news station is I believe, that can be misconstrued. believe that Darren Wilson woke up around his throat, cutting off his air too eager to get better ratings than its The media coverage received in Eric that morning planning on taking some- circulation. While this torture is going rival new station, and is willing to do Garner and Michael Brown cases are one’s life. It is always easy in these on, Garner never once resisted his tor- whatever it takes to make a story-even worthwhile, to an extent. What the me- types of incidents to judge the men at turer and proceeded to keep his arms if it means portraying a story in a way dia does is turn these events into race- fault. But what would you have done? up in a submitted manner. How Offi- that deceives its audience into believ- related issues. Now, I am not one to say Do you honestly think that you could cer Pantaleo still has a badge is beyond ing something that it is not. that racism is dead in this country be- have made a well thought out decision, Birrer is Recognized by Veterans for Patriotic Speech Staff Sophomore Noah Birrer was recognized during early December for his essay that he wrote in Mrs. Ruth’s English class. Every year Mrs. Ruth has her Honors Eng- lish class enter the Voice of Democracy Speech Contest. “It is a great experience to enter a writing competition and win it. I just want the boys to experience success with their writing, and I strongly believe these competitions bring that success,” said Mrs. Ruth. After writing the essay, students submitted them to Mrs. Ruth. She then select- ed the top five essays, and those writers then recorded the speech on CDs to enter with the local VFW Post. The speech prompt was “What is the importance of our veterans in the past, present, and future?” Noah’s conclusion to his essay stated, “We should continue to pay tribute to our veterans. Because of our veterans, people are inspired to serve, our media pays more attention to those who serve and have served, and we earn more respect for our nation. Not showing appreciation for our veterans causes our past to fade away and our future opportunities to vanish.” Noah’s work was good enough for 1st place and a check. His essay then con- tinued to the next level, which was district. Not long after that, he received word that he won at the district level as well and received more money. Now, his speech will continue onto the state level. We wish him good luck in this endeavor. Noah accepts his award from the Ladies Auxiliary Presi- dent and the head of the VFW Post 6423. Sports Page 12 Varsity Football Runs Out of Time Wrestlers Determined to Drew DeMarsh ended up striking first with a field goal, but was then answered by a touchdown Dominate a Second Season The Varsity Football season by the Colonel offense. After that High- came to a disappointing but spirited Jake Brueggeman Marian for two matches. Strong lands quarterback Beau Hoge had a end for the Covington Catholic Colo- play for the ages which actually ended performances led to a close victory nels this year on November 20th. The The highly anticipated Col- up being a number one play on ESPN over Purcell Marian, but the match Colonels lost a tight game to their ri- onel Wrestling Team has finally that night with an 81-yard touchdown slipped away late against Norwood vals in Fort Thomas with a final score run putting the Colonels behind 37-20. kicked off its second season as a resulting in a defeat. Watch out for of 37-34. After finding themselves in a program at Covington Catholic. a strong run from the Colonels as quick hole in the first quarter down 20- This did not phase the Colonels Standards have been raised as the they are determined to get back on 0, the boys found it within themselves one bit as Adam Wagner found Logan Colonels have returned much of the their feet. to get back into the game. After a nice McDowell for a 90 yard touchdown talent from last year’s squad. touchdown run by Adam Wagner, the pass. The defense came away with an- The coaching staff will defense also stepped up with an in- other stop and right away it was the The Colonel Wrestlers have yearn to develop the untapped tal- terception by Samuel Kathman which quarterback Adam Wagner who found had a flat start to the season in com- ent the team wields into success in led to another score. Highlands, how- Lee McClure deep down the field for parison to their high standards. On the matches. Early struggles can ever, countered with a perfect 2-minute another touchdown making the score drive to end the half, with the halftime 37-34. The Colonels seemed to have December 3rd, the Colonels fought be contributed to strong opponents score being 27-13. all the momentum and needed a very against Walton Verona in the first and new players getting acclimated match of the season. The Colonel quick stop. However, the Bluebirds ran within the sport. Senior Joseph Ma- Covington Catholic found down the clock and took a knee to end wrestlers did not have a good out- rino continues to be a bright point of themselves in the same hole earlier in the game and would end up winning ing, losing by a heavy margin. The the team as he dominates his com- the season against Highlands down by the state championship. The Colonels team was out to prove they were to petition. The Colonels are destined 14 at half, and that game didn’t end too knew not to have their heads down respected, and they did so at a tour- for success due to their talent, great well. Nonetheless, the Colonels came though, for they didn’t ‘lose’ the game, nament hosted at Summit Country coaching staff, and their determina- out firing on all cylinders. Highlands they just ran out of time. day on December 6th. The Colonels tion to win. Best of luck to the Cov- finished 2nd in a strong field of five. ington Catholic Wrestling Team as With high spirits the Covington they hope to have a great season. Catholic squad traveled to Purcell A Glimpse at the 2014-15 Basketballers

Freshman Basketball Hopes for Cooper Theobald on the Colonels. Nothing gets the communi- The night started out with Region ty more excited for the new basket- the freshman round-ballers taking ball season than the blue and white the court, followed by the junior Paul Huber Cross, 43-25. The Colonels will take their 2-0 record down to Lou- intersquad scrimmages. The scrim- varsity playing the freshman as well The freshman basketball isville this weekend to face some mage was held in the last week of as themselves, and ending with the season is now underway as Coach of their toughest competitors of the November and was an exhilarating varsity scrimmage. In the freshman Matt Stevens looks to lead another year, St. Xavier and Trinity. time for friends, family, and fans game, the blue team led by C.J. team to freshman regional cham- alike to witness the 2014-2015 Bas- Fredrick squeaked out a win over pions. The team has a total of 17 Guard Luke Thelen is ex- ketball Colonels for the first time the white team. The junior varsity players that do a “platoon” system cited to play for CovCath. “Making since their state tournament run a Colonels took the court and handed like the University of Kentucky. the team was hard because there is year ago that ended in the school’s the freshman a loss in a tight game. The starting five players are Luke a lot of talent in our class, and it is first state championship title. Following the victory by the J.V., Lenihan, Jacob Blom, Jake Walters, the first time everyone from differ- the blue varsity team led by Cole This year was the third Casey Nowak, and Austin Lay. ent schools have to come together Vonhandorf won the contest against to play with each other on the same straight year the Basketball Colo- the white team by ten points. After The team’s first game was team. They ended up keeping 17, nels have put together this night of the games ended, fans were asked against Scott High School on Thurs- which is a lot when only five can entertainment and the event was not to stay around, enjoy appetizers day, December 4th. The Colonels play at one time. To play a sport for disappointing as the largest crowd brought by the Parents Club and won in commanding fashion, 55- CovCath is exciting because it is in all three years came out to cheer check out the new locker room! 30. They then went on to win their something that I have wanted to do game the next day against Holy ever since I was a little kid.” JV Regains Confidence in Early Season

Jacob Dressman flies above the Bellevue players.

David M. Blank Austin Hussey Law Offices The JV basketball Colonels have been working hard to be ready for the 36 West 5th Street start of another great season. With additions of freshman Aiden Ruthsatz and Covington, KY 41011 A.J. Mayer, they join the sophomores Max Bishop, Ross Basford, Gunner Schuh, Kyle Crail, Andy Kuykendall, Jake Dressman, Ian Galvin, and Hunter Ziegel- meyer, and junior Sean Brownfield to rally together and fight like Colonels for every game.

The JV squad suited up against Holy Cross in the season opener and won 38-27 in a defensive matchup. They next played St. Henry at home and won 64- Wishes the Colonels 42 in a great scoring game. The team then traveled to Louisville to play Trinity, but lost 44-32 to one of the best teams in the state. Trinity’s varsity is number one a Good 2015 in the state so not a terrible loss. The next day the team battled against Louis- ville’s St. X but the tigers were too much as we lost 51-41. The JV team crushed Bellevue in a blowout to regain confidence and is ready to take on the rest of the season.

Good luck, JV basketball Colonels! Sports Page 13 Varsity Bball Looks to Bring the Game Bo Schuh Covington The 2014-2015 Colonels Catholic Times have had a strong start to their season, going 5-1 in their first six games, their only loss coming to the 1600 Dixie Hwy number one ranked team in the state Park Hills, KY 41011 of Kentucky, Trinity. The Colonels 859-491-2247 have gotten production out of their starters, which was expected while they have also received boosts from other complimentary players com- ing off the bench. Advisor: The Colonels’ first two Mrs. Diane L. Ruth games of the year – Holy Cross and citing alley-oop dunk from Cooper Theobald to Bo St. Henry – were blowouts each, Schuh. Editors: followed by early road tests at Trin- Joe Pieper and Bo Schuh ity and at Louisville St. X on back- Cole VonHandorf and Cooper Theobald to-back nights. After falling eleven have formed one of the best backcourts in the ninth Reporters: points short to Trinity, the Colonels region, as they are averaging 32.3 points combined Trevor Bowman, Jacob came back with a comeback win over the first six games. Grant Romes, Bo Schuh, Brueggeman, Drew DeMarsh, against Louisville St. X in convinc- and Will Heppler have created a physical and tough David Dinn, Robert Fields, Grant ing fashion. Next up was Bellevue, interior post play this season, whether it be on the Guenther, Brian Haughey, Noah a 64 point victory by the Colonels, offensive or defensive end. Two surprise players Helbling, Paul Huber, Austin followed by an impressive nineteen this year have been Ryan Massie and Andy Flood. Hussey, Josh Kennedy, Ben Kindt, point victory over Campbell Coun- Flood and Massie have brought great energy off Daniel Lee, Robert Lilly, Tyler ty, highlighted by eighteen points the bench so far, with Massie being able to defend Micek, Jack Schrage, Cooper from Cole VonHandorf and an ex- very well, as well as Flood’s ability to knock down the perimeter jump shot. Theobald, Alex Wagner, Andrew Whitehead, Ben Zumdick The Colonels face a tough month ahead, as they will play New Cath, Moeller, Winton Woods, Photographers: Cincinnati St. X, and Holmes all in the upcoming Mrs. Diane Ruth, Robert Fields, month. It is going to be an exciting season! Good Blair Wesley, Jacob kennedy, David luck to the Varsity Basketball Colonels. Dinn, Jennifer Abdrabbo, Robert Lilly, Mr. Schaefer, Andrew Zerhu- sen, Sam Romes, Kristi Esmeier, Mrs. Birrer

Advertising: Swimmers Look Strong to State Grant Guenther Grant Guenther by a landslide in this opening of the season. The next preseason meet was Coming off another Runner- at Dixie where CCH finished second to Up in state, the Aqua Colonels are Dixie without swimming ANY varsity looking for some revenge this year swimmers. The Colonels once again against St. X who has won state over look good as always and should have 20 years in a row. After graduating a a successful season. The divers featur- good amount of seniors last year, the ing Louie Hunt, Caleb Summe, Evan Aqua Colonels have restocked as al- Brungs, and Joe Cahill also have tons ways. Coached by Mr. Dickmann, the of talent. Louie Hunt and Evan Brungs swimmers are led by seniors Robby look to both be top 5 divers in the state. Newman, Michael Summe, and Todd The diving team could really help the Sheets. The varsity swimmers practice swimmers out in getting some key nearly every day and some days even points later in the season. The Colonels twice a day proving that the swimmers practice at Silverlake and are ready to put in much effort to achieve their suc- roll this year. cess even though some think they are just guaranteed a second place finish, When asked what the goal is but not the CCH community. for the swimmers their reply is “state,” All opinions expressed here are the opinion of Making it short and sweet. What a each individual student. These opinions do not The Colonels started their sea- good goal and a high level of confi- son at Scott High School in November dence from the swimmers. Good Luck express the opinions of the administration, the in the Ready or Not Relay Meet. Here, to them as the move on with the sea- staff, or the school as a whole. the Colonels did well as usual even son. The regular season varsity meets though the Clipper swimmers did not are just getting underway and they are participate because they had a meet about to start making some noise with that weekend. Our Aqua Colonels won state in a couple months. Advertisements can be purchased for $3 per column inch. Contact Grant Guenther or Mrs. Diane Ruth for informatiion about advertising at 859-491-2247. Sports Page 14

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