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Volume 57 Issue 3 November 2013 N E W S The Cause of Kairos Fever; Seniors Sign Up in Record Numbers Lights Outs, School’s Out, A New Song By: JennieLittleton Mr. Creach does, to advertise Kairos. comes from “grow(ing) in relation- institutions in twelve states, and inter- Thanks to this year’s unprecedented ships with other people and see(ing) estingly enough, has also been a part Fills the Halls Editor-in-Chief show of spirit and zeal for the pro- the good in everyone.” Summed up, of the prison ministry movement ever What’s the Reason for These Blackouts? gram, each retreat has more seniors her experience was “nice and refresh- since. than expected, and for the first time at ing.” Mr. Creach explained that By: MariaBaska Traditionally each year, three By: LouieLaFeve lunches for everyone and record pur- parents of our status. Most kids who three-day retreats are publicized, Miege, a fourth Kairos retreat was on- Miege’s history with Kai- sidered but was not able to be sched- ros started when, after the chases by hand, but that wasn’t an could drive left immediately, and we staff writer planned, and prepared for, waiting staff writer option. Some of the emergency flood corralled the rest up in the Commons for seniors to sign up. Kairos, a Greek uled. “Kairos is an amazing retreat had spread from lights had been drained of power, so to try and find rides. This day went Bishop Miege unveiled its term meaning “The Lord’s Not much is revealed about Catholic/Jesuit school to Many Miegians were treat- experience that I wish certain hallways were entirely dark,” on the record as a whole day since we new song “Spirit of Bishop Miege,” Time,” is the title used to Kairos until the retreat has school, five juniors were ed to a pleasant Halloween surprise he said. were already at school when we sent written by Mrs.Robin Christie, at refer to these exclusively se- begun, but that is not meant everyone could go through,” sent to the retreat held by this year, when instead of a regularly According to Mr. Salisbury, “in people home,” he said. the all school Mass on Nov. 1. nior retreats. The first retreat to be a discouraging factor. St. Thomas Aquinas to be scheduled day of classes, a sudden case of a power outage, we notify Prior to this, school power had Mrs. Christie said she of the year, K-40, occurred “’Surprise’ is a better choice says Lily Young-Mills Bishop Miege’s first re- power out- previously hopes that this song will be sung earlier last month in October, of words than ‘secret’ is. There treat leaders. That was in age caused gone out before all varsity games and that it while K-41 will be in December, is nothing classified about the February 2000; by March classes to the day of will live on for a long time. The and the last planned Kairos retreat. I think a surprise has Even those who haven’t had of that same year, Miege had held K1 be canceled Stag Strut, lyrics convey the school colors, retreat, K-42, is set for Feb- a maximum impact when the the chance to go on Kairos feed off at St. John’s Center in KCMO. and stu- a major an- mission and Catholic faith. The ruary. person does not have any of the good spirits of Kairos alum Now held at the Franciscan dents to be nual fun- Concert Chorale sings this song at This year, pos- idea what to expect. and support the retreat. Senior Emily Prayer Center, Kairos is well respect- dismissed draiser. the beginning of every class for the sibly due to the It’s like knowing Schultz has had multiple older sib- ed by Miege and surrounding Catho- early. This However, daily prayer and to warm up their often encourag- what your pres- lings go on the retreat and witnessed lic schools. Mr. Creach describes it as, was the this prob- vocals. ing words of the ents are before the “amazing and life changing” re- “the best opportunity Bishop Miege latest in a lem was Mrs. Christie wrote the senior theology Christmas or sults the Kairos retreat can produce, offers for students to… reflect on their string of circum- lyrics (printed below) herself, but teacher and new your birthday. and she says she “want(s) that experi- relationships—with self, God, and the electrical Students celebrate in the parking lot after the blackout closed school. Photo by Phyllis Hartwig vented by retreat director, They are still ence, too.” people in their lives.” problems holding ac- Mr. Bill Creach, fun to receive, What those who have yet to Ask senior Lily Young-Mills, the school has suffered through so far KCP&L. They usually know already, tivities mostly outside until the power the seniors leapt but you already experience the retreat can know is who went on the trip as a junior and this year; howerver, it was the first and tell us that they are working on came back on. “We needed to contact with more enthu- know what that Kairos is a nationwide spiritual came back this year as a senior leader, one that led to the actual dismissal of it. Then they give us feedback about people that morning since the power siasm than usual at you’re going to get,” growth program which was started by “Kairos can be good for anyone, as school. whether we can continue class. went out around 7:15 a.m. We need to the chance to go on Kai- Mr. Creach said about Roman Catholics in Spain in 1944. The long as they are open-minded to what “What happened is that St. Ag- “On that day, we met as an ad- make the call by 7 if we want to call ros. Before, Mr. Steve Koes- the mystique that seems idea caught on in the Diocese of Brook- happens. Kairos is an amazing expe- nes was having a new boiler deliv- ministrative team, then did room-by- off school. SchoolReach is helpful for terer was head of the retreat, to surround Kairos. lyn in 1965, where it was changed into rience that I wish everyone could go ered,” according to that. It is the same and didn’t have nearly the Senior Abigail Tuttle, a K-40 a special experience for youth. By 1968 through.” Mr. Randy Salisbury, Choir performs “Spirit of Bishop thing for snowdays, amount of daily exposure to seniors as veteran, said the bliss of the retreat Kairos had etched itself into Catholic principal for academ- Miege“ at Mass Nov. 1. Photo by Jamie since Dr. O’Hara, our ic services, “they had Franklin superintendent, ul- cleared everything timately makes the used a familiar tune “We sing the out of the way, but the call for the whole dis- mighty power of God.” Trick or Treat So 2 truck driver responsi- trict.” 1 3 ble for delivering the In case of a foot- We sing the Glory of Bishop boiler accidentally hit Others Can Eat ball game or other Miege, all hail, and praise to You. a utility bolt, knock- 1. A basket of cans carried by Conner sporting event, “all ing out half the pow- Galbraith makes up just a few of the the refs and coaches Her halls, her fields, the Stags er. We called KCP&L, many items collected by students dur- meet and discuss. We we hail, the red and blue are true. but they said it would ing the annual Trick or Treat So Others have to consider the take at least an hour Can Eat. possibility of start- We are strong and loyal in our to get the power back ing halftime early, faith to school and home and God. on, and that they 2. Alli Audley, Catie Furlong, and Nata- or waiting until the would need to shut lie Orrick volunteered to organize non- power comes back We raise our song for new and off all the power to perishable food items to be donated to on,” he said. old Nova et Ve-ter -ra! be able to do it. Since and distributed by Catholic Charities. The school ac- it was almost lunch- Ryan Madrigal uses his phone to shed some light on his quiz. Photo by commodates six extra “This song is sure to be time, we had to let Phyllis Hartwig 3. Donning a mustache and sombrero, room announcements to dismiss the days in the calendar so that the annual a great addition to Miege and its people go. senior Gina Avitia carries food to her school. We also sent a message out quota for minutes can still be reached tradition,” said Dr. Joe Passantino, “We can’t order pizza for 700 kids. group to be sorted and boxed. on our SchoolReach app to inform even with school cancellations. Miege president. Our plan at half power is to make cold Page 2 www.bishopmiege.com November 15, 2013 November 15, 2013 www.bishopmiege.com Page 3

News Christmas One Homeless Night Concert •Flashback! Nov. 22,1963• Shorts This year’s Christmas Concert is on I was a sophomore in a Catholic As Stuco president I was conducting a Student Council meeting when we got My mom was in the hospital and Dec. 11.The concert will feature the high school, and when the first the news. The whole school immediately went to the chapel where we prayed my dad was at a Intercontinental band and all three choirs. It will be word came out from the other stu- for our country. Limited TV in those days so we knew little at that time. It was Ballistic Missile training school for Robotics a night of scripture readings, sacred dents I was in disbelief that such a unsettling­—it was a girls’ boarding school, and we were all far from home. the Air Force, and I was at a fam- The robotics team had a very suc- songs and carols. In addition, there thing could have happened. Once Mrs. Clara George ily friend’s house because I was cessful trip to the Cowtown event will be traditional Peace, Peace and the announcement came over the sick and had to stay at home from Celebrate Me Home numbers, as PA system, a solemn and quiet at- school I heard the news and went at Lee’s Summit High School with ne week from today, Friday, Nov. 22, is the 50th anniversary of the their biggest attendance so far. Mr. well as inviting alumni up to the mosphere took over our school for to tell the family who were in the stage. There are several solos in the rest of the day. When the an- assassination of President John F. Kennedy. He was America’s first, kitchen having lunch. They didn’t Scott Anderson, moderator, said and so far only, Catholic president. The events of that dark Friday many new members learned how this year’s vocal concert and a few nouncement came that President believe me. With only three net- pieces featuring instrumental addi- Kennedy had died, the country Oand the days immediately following marked a turning point in news cover- works available, we watched as to do their jobs, as well as experi- age—for the first time the entire country could watch history being made enced people learning new jobs. tions such as 4-hands piano, violin was in shock, and it was a difficult much of the funeral as we could as The team learned what it was like and hand bells. The vocal portion and uncertain time in history. from their own living rooms—on their black and white televisions. we were moving to Cheyenne, Wy- in a real competition instead of will progress with the theme of Ad- Mr. Mike Bohaty To commemorate this The Miegian asked the adults in the building oming, to the new base where my their normal practice. vent until the Epiphany. for any recollections they had of that weekend, and we were overwhelmed father had been transferred. We listened to coverage on the radio Just as in an actual soup kitchen, participants in One Home- I was taking a Latin test at St. Jo- by the response. What we share is just a sample of the feedback we received. on our way across Kansas to Wyo- less Night waited in a line with women and children first. Tra- seph High School in Shawnee. The In the pursuit of this, we also discovered that Miege has connec- ming. Mrs. Teela Bolzenius vis Atchison, Joe Sittenauer and Joe Klein are just three of 75 entire school was called to the gym tions everywhere. James P. Hosty Jr., the FBI agent who had been assigned SADD students who participated in living homeless for a night. where Fr. Leo Lutz informed us of to investigate Lee Harvey Oswald just before Oswald shot the President, SADD is raising student awareness by tying red ribbons to the cars in the the tragedy. Everyone was in total eventually moved to this area and enrolled his 10 children at St. Agnes and parking lot, to symbolize the risks of drunk driving. The club has also made shock and disbelief. Tears flowed Bishop Miege. I was in Mr. Nebgen’s junior high signs that are on display in the hallway, encouraging students to make pos- freely. We then said a rosary, then school science class. He told us itive decisions concerning drugs. Although they may be humorous, they Putting together boxes that were dismissed. I can’t remember to get under our desks for a few have a very important message to stay away from harmful substances. I was just getting home from kindergarten at St. Agnes. My mom was crying would be used to sleep in are what I had for breakfast today, but minutes, just in case. If memory in the living room and watching TV. She said the President had been shot and seniors Jennie Littleton, Lily this moment is engrained in my en- serves, I saw Lee Harvey Oswald died. It is one of my earliest memories. I also remember watching the funeral Young Mills, and Grace Mill- tire being. Mr. Charlie Sailler shot on live TV by Jack Ruby a cou- and feeling so sad for Caroline and John. I was close to their age and felt so sad er The students set up camp ple of days after his arrest. for them to lose their dad. Mrs. Elaine Schmidtberger underneath the bleachers and Mr. Dave Steinberg spent the night. Driver Education at Johnson County Community College Drive Safe, Drive Smart Quiz Bowl Works For A Successful Season By: AndrewJezak against each other. Questions come from categories “It’s a great feeling when you get an answer right.” • Kansas Board of Education certi ed instructors such as English, science and social science. Teammate Jacob Mitchell says that “the best part providing comprehensive training staff writer JV quiz bowler Nick Murdock explains, about Quiz Bowl is the team bonding together as • 6 hours of driving one while flaunting • 6 hours of observation Do you know the name of which South their knowledge of use- • 30 hours of classroom instruction American capital city means “I see a hill”? Neither less things.” do I, but the kids from Quiz Bowl do. These types Every year Quiz • Optional at-home pick-up/drop-off service of “random knowledge” questions are standard for Bowl puts on an el- for driving portion of training Quiz Bowl competitions. Fielding the largest team ementary school Quiz • Automobile eet includes a Toyota Prius hybrid on record with roughly 20 members, the Quiz Bowl Bowl competition called car, which lessens the program's carbon footprint team has high hopes for the season. Quiz Kids. This year, while promoting sustainability Varsity coaches Mr. Dave Mitchell and Holy Spirit topped their Mrs. Alison Hirons have eight tournaments sched- opponents and claimed Course fee: $349. Register today for classes that uled for the team this year. Mr. Mitchell says, “My the title. “This year was begin in January and March! favorite part about Quiz Bowl is learning things a big success besides the Theology teacher Ross Dessert serves soup to the “homeless” myself and seeing students answer the questions I brief power outage,” For class dates and times visit think are impossible.” They have been practicing said Mr. Mitchell jok- students. www.jccc.edu/driver-training or call 913-469-4446 since the beginning of the school year each Tuesday ingly. and Thursday after school in Mr. Mitchell’s room. Johnson County Community College Working exactly as they compete, a jeopardy style Using buzzers, Quiz Bowlers Eli Gress, Ashley Han, Maggie Mitchell, Dylan 12345 College Blvd., Overland Park, KS 66210 Photos by Kristen Agar game is set up in which two teams of five compete Murray and Conner Galbraith test their knowledge with a jeopardy styled com- petition at practice. Photo by Laken Horton

Page 4 www. bishopmiege.com November 15, 2013 November 15, 2013 www.bishopmiege.com Page 5 F E A T U R E S Album Review: Bastille’s Bad Blood By: AndrewGleason Bastille. They formed in the U.K., but have been but the band has come a long way from one man gaining popularity in the U.S. ever since their recording songs in his bedroom. Fans of Imagine When I Was 17... staff writer 10 Questions first single, “Pompeii,” hit the radio this summer. Dragons and American Authors should definitely Mr. Charlie Sailler The Miegian was provided a copy of Bad Bastille is fronted by lead-vocalist and songwriter give Bastille a listen. w/ Nolan Gray Blood, the first full length album from British band Daniel Smith, who started the band as a solo project,

By: AndrewJezak 6. What activities do you participate Pompeii These Streets Icarus Flaws in at Miege? Which is the most inter- 1 “Pompeii” is Bastille’s 5 “These Streets” opens with 7 “Icarus” is a high energy 9 Picking the pace right staff writer esting? most popular song, with more a few xylophone notes that con- song that again utilizes the back up after “Oblivion,” this Debate, band, robotics, football, basket- than 36 million views on You- tinue (with a few mild changes) talent of the band’s drummer, song serves to re-establish Bas- Tube, and it’s easy to see why. He thoroughly enjoys spend- ball, baseball, STUCO, and Spirit Club. throughout the entire song, later Chris Wood, to set a lively pace. tille’s playful, electronic sound The repetitive lyrics that flow up ing time with his dog, he craves pret- The most interesting is band because of joined by snapping and a snare Between this signature drum- that is scattered throughout the and down through Smith’s vo- drum. It’s arguably the most play- ming and Smith’s vocal work, album. It talks about how our Austin Bush. zels and ice cream late at night, he is the cal range along with the wildly ful song on the album, and will “Icarus” utilizes both piano and faults work to define us and that sophomore vice president, and he led changing percussion make this appeal easily to more pop-oriented violin to set this song apart from we should learn to embrace them 7. What is Nolan Gray’s typical week- Miege to a 21-19 win over Blue Valley song extremely catchy and a listeners. the rest of the album. or fix them, not bury them away. end? great way to start the album. West in his first appearance as starting Relax, watch football, play street foot- quarterback. To craft a better perspec- ball, and hangout with my friends. tive on the man with a plan, I go inside Laura Palmer Things We Lost in the Fire the helmet with Nolan Gray. 8. What kind of car do you drive? This song is just a At the beginning, 10 2 formula for success: the band’s I drive a 2000 Honda Odyssey (aka “Things We Lost in the Fire” ap- 1. How did it feel going from an av- Gandalf). He is sleek, slender, he drives typical drums and vocals shine pears to be a slow, emotional bal- throughout song, especially the erage backup quarterback to high well, he has the heart of a champion, lad. But as the song progresses, chorus, with lyrics that stress school hero in one night? and is just a tad beat up. What year did you turn 17? Favorite song? the tempo picks up into a power- 1966 Either “We Gotta Get Outta This “following your heart.” It may It was wild, but I was just doing ful song about what happens be a cliche, but that’s why it my job and trying to get a win. It 9. What is your favorite Place” by the Animals or “Break when a relationship goes down Where did you attend high school? On Through” by The Doors works. was a great experience, a great memory at Miege? in flames. St. Joseph in Shawnee, Kansas win, and it felt like a dream. Traveling with (closed now) What was your favorite subject in Coach Koesterer school? Daniel in the Den on the sophomore 2. How many autographs What car did you drive? Theology or history Bad Blood Opening with a delicate did you sign after the BVN basketball 11 ‘64 station wagon From start to finish, “Bad piano piece, “Daniel in the Den” team 3 game? What career did you want? Blood” is an intense song. With a could have been a great slower Only one for my dog, Walle. bus. What sports did you play? A coach/teacher focus on lower notes and a power- song on the album. Instead, it Basketball and bowling ful drum in the background, it’s seems Bastille tried to force a 3. What was your favorite play 10. What does the What did you and your friends like different but definitely still catchy. Pompeii-esque chorus onto the of that game? fox say? What hobbies did you have? to do? The lyrics fit the tone perfectly, Photo courtesy of GoMoxie.org song, which clashes with the piano and feels out of place and Definitely the last play where we Ohhh who knows. Reading, music, started a boys’ Went to concerts, which were speaking about failed friendships Members (from left) Chris Wood, Kyle Simmons, Dan Smith, and Will Far- awkwardly repetitive. blocked the field goal. pep club only about $4 then or hang out at and their lasting effects. quasrson, played together before the band’s formation, but only when they Fairyland Park began to perform Smith’s original music did they adopt the name Bastille. What did you like to wear? 4. Do you have any hobbies? Photo by Brenna Ablritton Jeans, black converse (low cut), Did you date in high school? Get Home I like to toss the disc around the frisbee Overjoyed Weight of Living, Pt. II Oblivion t shirts, and always a ball cap Never had a long time girlfriend, “Get Home” closes golf course and put in some good work The album’s fourth song Layered vocals and con- Acting as another because he didn’t want to break all 4 6 8 12the album nicely by doing what at SkyZone from time to time. slows things down a bit, utiliz- stant percussion are this song’s “break” in the album, “Obliv- What kind of music did you like? the girls’ hearts “Daniel in the Den” couldn't: ing both piano and electronic strengths. The chorus opens what ion” is an intimate ballad that Rock tying together a slow beat with a 5. Do you have a job? beats to lighten the tempo. It would be a very monotonous discusses the uncertainty of Interesting story? catchy chorus. Though the beat is provides a nice transition into song into a play between brooding relationships, and that no matter I do not, but I volunteer at Shawnee Did you have any favorite bands? Vietnam War was taking place at soothing on its own, when com- “These Streets” which keeps the verses and an explosive harmony, how hard we try to hold on to Mission Medical Center babysitting the The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, this time, he and many guys his bined with the vocals it becomes electronic influence but picks up a strange contrast that somehow some things, sometimes we just kids of the doctors who are working. Animals, and The Doors age were worried about the draft. a beautifully haunting melody the speed. works very well. have to let them go. that begs to be replayed. Compiled by Maureen Murphy.

Page 6 www.bishopmiege.com November 15, 2013 November 15, 2013 www.bishopmiege.com Page 7 Netflix Is Proving That It's the Internet Music is Growing in the World By: MaureenMurphy being able to skip songs “I use Pandora because it Not that you do not like five is very convenient. It’s re- Dominant Internet Television staff writer times, as well as the occa- ally nice when you’re do- Everyone has his sional ad. ing homework, because Netflix made it as easy as flix and have experienced its By: AndrewGleason or her personal preference iTunes Radio also works it picks the next song for possible to access their enter- ups and downs. when it comes to music. this way, and can be used me, which helps me fo- tainment content. Subscrib- “Netflix is the best thing staff writer Whether it’s country, pop, with Apple products. This cus.” ers can watch instantly on since sliced bread,” said ju- Your Parents' rap, alternative or rock, was released with the IOS In a poll of 91 Miege Netflix’s bright red nearly any internet-enabled nior Hope Bentley. “You can liking music is something 7 update for Apple users students, more than 50% envelopes are gradually dis- device — TVs, iPhones and watch whatever you want that almost everyone has and had more than 11 mil- say that they are Pandora NETGEAR and the NET- appearing from mailboxes other smartphones, Xbox whenever you want. I just GEAR logo are trademarks in common. However, lion people try it within and Youtube listeners; 57% and/ o r registered trademarks of NET- across the world, wish they had every with all the technology the first five days, accord- also say that they do not GEAR, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries but their logo is be- season of Law and Or- in the United States and/or other coun- available to our genera- ing to billboard.com. pay for their music and Entertainment tries. Other brand names mentioned herein ing displayed on 49% of Stags who der SVU!” are for identification purposes only and may be tion, it seems everyone Other music about 66% download it. trademarks of their respective holder(s). Information more screens than Matt Wiese, also a has a different way to An alter- is subject to change without notice. © 2013 NETGEAR, ever. As people responded to a Miegian junior, said that his fa- Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission. listen to their favorite 29% of Stags who native to stream- everywhere de- vorite part about Netf- tunes. ing music online mand instant ac- poll say they use lix was “the thousands responded to a Miegian poll Many people is downloading cess for everything of TV shows that they World Netflix most often for TV prefer to listen to mu- say they spend an hour or it. This is help- — business, enter- have to offer.” Matt sic online using vari- ful because you tainment, social added that Netflix’s more each day listening to ous websites. One can listen wher- interaction — the movie selection, how- of the most popular music online ever you go, even Video Games Dominating the Entertainment World “Instant Stream” feature of and PS3 are all supported. ever, was sometimes disap- ways is Pandora, when there is no Netflix has increased expo- This streaming fea- pointing. “They’re all ter- By: EricBuckels The game is giving the entertainment business a The Call of Duty franchise is another gaming which lets you pick an streaming sources include available internet connec- nentially in popularity. ture offered Netflix a whole rible independent films,” he run for its money. According to dailyfinance.com powerhouse that has been extremely popular. The first artist or song you like and Spotify, Grooveshark as tion. One way to do this The brain-child of founders new platform, which they said. staff writer Rockstar, the company who made the game, spent person shooter has released nine different Call of Duty the site will play songs well as YouTube. How- is by using iTunes. On the Reed Hastings and Mark took full advantage of by It’s easy to see that approximately $265 million to market and develop games since 2003 with their newest one being Call of similar to your choice. Ac- ever, with these sites the other hand, some do not Randolph, Netflix recently creating a line-up of origi- the risks Netflix has taken The gaming industry is becoming more it. In its first 24 hours on sale 11.21 million copies Duty cording to the Harvard listener can pick every like this because songs cost attained 40 million subscrib- nal shows. Released in entire to become a more digital popular by the day and is seeing excitement in their were purchased. Within its first three days on the Ghosts Business Review, Pandora song to listen to and make $1.29 each, which can add ers and offers 75,000 movies seasons, shows like Orange company are paying off. games and profit in their product as never before. market sales reached $1 billion “compare that to this which Release Date has more than 175 mil- online playlists. Many up to a large amount of 11/15/2013 11/22/2013 and TV shows for its mem- is the New Black and House of The flexibility of where and According to statistics from esrb.org, 67% of U.S. summer’s biggest blockbuster at the box office, Iron dropped lion users. It introduces people dislike using You- money. Due to this, people Price $399.99 $499.99 bers to enjoy. Cards are extremely popular when the service can be used households play videogames. The computer and Man 3, which brought in ‘only’ $372 million in its Nov. 7. the listener to new songs Tube because of the ads. have found other ways to As the company has among subscribers. has greatly increased their video game industry sold 273 million units in 2009 first weekend across the globe,” says Eric Bleeker Call of Controller Rechargable AA (2) according to which songs Junior Keliah Ste- download music such as Batteries (Built-in) shifted its focus from mail- Several Miege stu- customer base and has made leading to $10.5 billion in revenue and in 2011 U.S. from dailyfinance.com. The gaming is giving Hol- Duty Paid Access Via PS+ Paid Access Via they like and dislike. A phens is just one of the YouTube to MP3 websites Online Xbox Live Gold Subscription order to streaming services, dents are subscribers to Net- it more convenient than ever. gamers spent $2.9 billion on video games. lywood a run for its money and the next generation Ghosts Gameplay Subscription downside to this is only many online radio users. and other various sources. Production of blockbuster games such as consoles will continue to add fuel to the fire in this exceed- Optical Blu-ray/DVD Blu-ray/DVD Drive Grand Theft Auto Five is nothing to scoff at either. entertainment battle. ed $1 Free access to ap- Paid Access Via Xbox Netflix Live Gold Subscription billion plication Fantasy Football is a Eye Opening Experience for Fans in sales Storage 500 GB 5400 RPM 500 GB Hard SATA II hard drive By: LouieLaFeve pro football got me involved about two are also allowed to keep five players on pastime rather than profession. What TV Show on its X-Game Chat Yes Yes years ago,” he said. your bench, who do not affect the out- But fantasy also provides an im- first day. For those of you who don’t under- come of games unless they are subbed in. portant social pastime for many people. Free access to ap- Paid Access Via staff writer Would You Since the Hulu Plus Xbox Live Gold plication Subscription stand the particulars of fantasy football, Each week, you match up against According to Max, “with so many people release Headset Wired mono earbud Wired mono headset Fantasy football, Saturday morn- allow me to elaborate. Each person in someone else in your league, and see playing nowadays, it's something that Bring Back? of Call included included ing cartoons, and the disturbingly addic- your league selects a player in each who can score the most points. At the a lot of people can relate to and have an of Duty: tive music of Justin Timberlake. These are end of the season, whoever has the best opinion about.” I personally can vouch • Nolan Shannon (12) JimmyNeutron Modern Warfare in 2007, more than 100 million peo- the three biggest time wasters I can think record is crowned the champion. that from September to December, about ple have played a game in the series, which is larger of. But nothing compares to that perfect 30% of Stags who “I’m in two leagues”, said Max. 65 percent of my social interaction with • Maxie Dennis (11) - Lizzie McGuire than the population of countries such as France and Monday morning feeling of knowing that responded to a Miegian However, it is not uncommon for aficio- other humans consists of discussions re- •Ethan Youngs (11) - Rugrats Germany. the previous day you made another man nados to be in as many as five. The level lated to fantasy football. •Mr. Andrew Groene - Numbers Online players have logged 25 billion hours lose just a bit of self-confidence by pum- poll say they play of fanaticism fantasy football inspires in “It's definitely becoming more of online gameplay which is the equivalent to 2.85 •Mrs. Sarah DiDio - Charlie's Angels. meling his fantasy team into dust and its devotees can be shocking to outsiders. mainstream,” said Max, “Now there million years. “The Call of Duty franchise has exceed- scattering it to the wind. But don’t take Fantasy Football “I do lots of research from many different are whole shows on ESPN dedicated •Kate Poulose (12) - Full House ed worldwide theatrical box office receipts for Harry my word for it. sites,” says Max, “Including Bleacher Re- to analyzing fantasy football.” There is •Lily Gibson (9) - Friends Potter and Star Wars, the two most successful movie “I spend way too many hours a round of your league draft. Each team port, ESPN, and Sports Illustrated.” even a popular TV show, The League, • Semaj Ray (9) -That's So Raven franchises of all time,” said Activision CEO Bobby week on fantasy,” says senior Max Ernst, is allowed to have a quarterback, two A study conducted by Challenger, set against the background of a fantasy Kotick. •Sophia Rios (10) -That '70s Show who showed up to our league’s annual receivers, a tight end, two running backs, Gray and Christmas Inc. suggested that league. This manager, for one, thinks that Overall the future is bright for gaming and fantasy draft sporting a dense, handwrit- a kicker, a defense/special teams unit, employers might lose up to $18.6 billion all it can do is become more popular, and with new consoles coming this holiday season, the ten notebook of fantasy stats, rankings and a “flex” player, who can be either a every year in lost productivity, or work- that it’s about time for everyone to jump possibilities seem to be endless. and projections. “My general interest in receiver, tight end, or running back. You ers channeling their energy into their on board. Page 8 www. bishopmiege.com November 15, 2013 November 15, 2013 www.bishopmiege.com Page 9 THE MIEGIAN STAFF O P I N I O N Family Reunions Grind my Gears Editor-in-Chief - Jennie Littleton By: MarcoMarquez is “no.” I try to be nice and everything, but, sorry, I don’t remember you from my infant days. Staff Members- staff writer The only positive aspect of reunions is always, Maria Baska Technology Takes Over Do you know what grinds my gears? When I go and will forever be, the endless amounts of food and pop. Eric Buckels If there is nothing there to satisfy my belly, then count By: LouieLaFeve the culture they perceive, no matter how niche. go from a band to a single on the radio to your to a family reunion and I don’t know who anybody is. I Andrew Gleason mean come on, Mom and Dad, why do you force me to me out. Also if the reunion is part get-together and part If the only kind of music I ever wanted to listen CD player, because that was the only way music birthday party, then you’re in luck for some cake and Andrew Jezak staff writer to was whale sounds with a techno drumbeat, I companies would work. Now, a band doesn’t have leave the shelter of my home and go spend quality time with people I have never met? I understand that they are candy from the pinata. Louie LaFeve could probably find it somewhere and listen to it to wait to be discovered. They can publish their There are still some downsides even to these exclusively for the rest of my life. own material online for free, and have it reach family, but I would rather watch Netflix in my basement Marco Marquez It’s 2013. Things have changed. While we than answer awkward questions from my third cousin perks. As you grab your plate of food and sit down, Maureen Murphy haven’t quite achieved the flying cars and jetpacks These developments have resulted in a millions of ears instantaneously. you notice a relative/stranger sit down next to you. phenomena virtually without precedent; the However, there are downsides. In previous who used to babysit me. we were promised, our technology has advanced Everytime there’s a family get- Next thing you know, you’re having a quiet leaps and bounds from even a few decades ago. loss of a mainstream. If you pay attention to years, the conversation was dominated by several conversation, this always happens to me, and Photographers - blockbuster movies, you will notice that every titans. In 1999 for instance, you could rely on together, my mom just jumps at the The internet (and the ability to access it virtually opportunity. My brother and I complain at my brother always lucks out and is able to Kristen Agar anywhere) has radically changed human relations year, there are fewer and fewer successful ones. the fact that EVERYONE had heard “Waterfalls” walk away as he watches the scene. Also the For every “Avatar,” there are three or four by TLC, or that your neighbor was just as likely the idea, but my mom refers to something Brenna Albritton and the way we interact with each other. like this as “FFF” (Forced Family Fun). And whole pinata thing doesn’t work out so well if Jamie Franklin We now have the capability in the palms of “Battleship”s. Producers pour money into films to have seen “Titanic” as you were. Now, our you have a crowd of little cousins. with gaudy special effects starring famous lead cultural landscape has shifted to hundreds of small of course, when she states this, you know it Lauren Lanter our hands to communicate with other people who won’t be easy to avoid. I advise everyone to learn from what I live halfway across the world, and not only does it actors only to see them flop; look no further than subcultures. These days everyone is a hipster, have preached to you today. Family reunions this summer’s Johnny Depp vehicle “The Lone since whatever you like, no matter how seemingly Now the part of the reunion that Adviser - Mrs. Phyllis Hartwig exist, it is becoming widespread. drives me off the edge is when my mom are a trap to a world of awkwardness. So The instant access to theoretically limitless Ranger,”or the critically-acclaimed “Pacific Rim.” “normal,” is probably not the same as your if you too are put in the position of “FFF,” Stephen Spielberg himself recently predicted the neighbor. No one is mainstream anymore, since the tries to introduce me to my cousins, aunts, amounts of information has transformed our just try to play sick as convincingly as you can. You will The Miegian is published month- “implosion” of Hollywood, mostly due to our mainstream no longer exists. and uncles, etc. She will be like “Oooo remember your culture as well. With Netflix, Spotify, Pandora, and not regret it. Stay home and enjoy the comfort of being ly by the newspaper staff of Bishop Miege newfound ability to watch rare films from the For better or for worse, this is the direction Aunt Teresa; she used to babysit you!” and it’s like this YouTube, we have effectively entered a state where undisturbed by awkward questions from distant aunts. High School. It is a student-produced comfort of our own home. our culture has taken. In a world full of absolute all day. You give the same response to everybody, which no one is ever exposed to any sort of culture against newspaper. The editorial board decides This has led to a large scale distribution freedom, the only downside is loneliness. Whether their will. The choices and options have become so the content of each issue. Opinions ex- of independent art the likes of which we have you think it’s worth it or not, it’s not something immense, consumers are reaching a point where pressed are the views of the writer and are never seen before. Previously, there was a clear you can run from. they have complete access to and control over all signed. distribution path; an album, for instance, would Staggering Thoughtsby Marco Marquez The Miegian welcomes material (letters, guest columns, feedback) from What is your favorite Thanksgiving memory? faculty, administrators, students, parents and community members. This material Is Violent Media Really Affecting Our Lives? will be reviewed by the editorial board and video games.” that “many studies on the issue of me- players themselves. It is the parents’ published based on the publication’s let- By: EricBuckels Katie Sullivan (11) “Celebrat- Maggie Mannebach (10) “Watching The viewpoint of organizations dia violence rely on measures to assess responsibility to protect their children ters policy criteria. ing Thanksgiving a day early.” some Thanksgiving football with the such as American Academy of Pediat- aggression that don’t correlate with from violence. Their job is to make sure Material can be dropped off in staff writer family.” rics (AAP) and the American Academy real-world violence — and even more their children understand that these the journalism room (144), or mailed to Tragedies such as the shooting of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (AA- important, many are observational ap- terrible acts seen through different the newspaper in care of Bishop Miege at Sandy Hook Elementary School and CAP) is that exposure to violent media proaches that don’t prove cause and violent media are never acceptable in High School. All letters and columns must others similar to it are terrible, sad, and — including video games — can con- effect.” real life. Some easy ways to prevent be signed. The staff reserves the right to edit letters for length, language or poten- the perpetrators should be punished. tribute to real-life violent behavior and Also, it is worth making clear children from becoming involved in Ross Dessert (Teacher) “When I Sierra Lopez (9) “After we ate, my But to blame these tragedies on inani- harm children in many ways. These that since researchers cannot put a gun or becoming too involved in playing tial libel, and to refuse any articles or ad- was 13 my family drove from our favorite family took turns saying what vertising submitted. mate objects such as video games is organizations express their concerns by in a young person’s hand to see if he bad games is to check the rating on the home in New York to visit family we were thankful for. After that we simply inane. saying that children learn by hearing, acts more violently, “they assess ag- back of the games box, place the gam- All opinion pieces submitted in Florida and we got caught in ended up having a pillow fight and it should contain an address and a phone Prominent figures in govern- seeing, and mimicking what they see gression that does not correlate with ing console in a room where it can be a snowstorm in Georgia. So my ended which we made my cousin cry.” ment such as Vice president Joe Biden on TV, hear on the radio, and interact real-world violence. Some studies are monitored, and limit their amount of number where the writer can be contacted, nine siblings and I slept on the because the staff will confirm all letters. have made the claim that violent video with while playing video games, and observational and don’t prove cause playing time so they do not become too floor of a church.” games result in violent behavior and that these violent interfaces could pos- and effect.” Others point out that al- immersed in the game itself. should be up for increased taxation to sibly lead to desensitizing youth by most all of these young perpetrators To blame violent video games Bishop Miege High School discourage purchases. NRA Chairman numbing them emotionally, impairing had preexisting psychological condi- on gun-related violence it like an obese 5041 Reinhardt Drive Wayne LaPierre also stands against academic performance social normality, tions, making it hard to support the person blaming a fork for making him Tommy Winklhofer (9) Shawnee Mission, KS 66205-1599 violent video games saying “There ex- and leading to aggressive and violent claim that violent video games could or her obese, the person is the one “Having to make our own Liam Bryson (11) “Playing football with ists in this country a callous, corrupt behavior. be the sole causation for violent crime. to blame, not the object. Millions of Thanksgiving prayer.” my cousins Eli Jurden and Harris Bryson in and corrupting shadow industry that However, Dr. Christopher Fer- If there is to be any blame young Americans play these games our grandma’s very small side yard. sells, and sows, violence against its guson, a psychology professor at Texas given on the subject at all, it should be and continue with a normal and happy own people, through vicious, violent A&M International University argued directed towards the parents and the life.

Page 10 www. bishopmiege.com November 15, 2013 November 15, 2013 www.bishopmiege.com Page 11 I Believe That We Have Won State...Again! By: MarcoMarquez score had a great an early lead off a penalty kick. chance to win They had to wait until the sec- staff writer the game,” said ond half to score again as Miege Huppe praising scored the next three goals by ju- History took place on Nov. 9 his defense. This nior Christian Foster, freshman as the Stags took down the Rockets of year’s defense Jose Ramirez-Cordero and junior Rose Hill. The boys’ soccer team made was handled by Eli Jurden. The Stags earned a it back-to-back State titles for the first a talented squad trip back to the final four with a IEGE SPORTS time. “It’s great, we only have two of senior Lucas 3-2 win. guys back and I don’t care what level Franco, 2nd Team The State semi-final was you’re at, that’s hard. Not many peo- All-EKL; junior against a big and high-scoring Stags Conquer Unknown Territory and Rightfully Claim 4A State Title ple thought we’d do it. We had over- Brandon Ramirez, McPherson team. McPherson time games and had to force penalty 2013 EKL Defense Stags gather around their newly acquired hardware. Photo by was fouling back and forth and By: JennieLittleton sas, where they started off with an easy two-set win Fellow senior Sydney Buckley adds, “Enjoy kicks to get here,” Coach Joe Huppe Player of the Year, Brenna Albritton showing that they were bigger against the home team. Their next opponent, Chanute, every workout, practice, and game, because it goes told Marc Bowman of catchitkansas. 1st Team All-EKL; senior Nico Mar- would end 3-1 Stags. than Miege, but the talented defense Editor-in-Chief would be the real challenge; up to that point, they fast, and to work hard from the beginning, because com quez, 2nd Team All-EKL; and senior They continued their journey shut them down and a set play won were 35-0, and this set would give the Stags a chance winning a state championship makes all of the work With just 7:25 left in regu- Alex Lutz, Honorable Mention All- to the number one seeded De Soto for the game for Miege, pulling the ulti- The Stags were anything but scared on Hal- to see one of their possible State competitors, Chanute worth it.” lation, senior Tom Anjard played a EKL. This senior lineup had shutouts the Regional Championship; the game mate “David and Goliath.” loween as they started on their three-hour car ride also being a 4A DI school. The Stags were ready and Their last tournament before Sub-State and beautiful ball to the back post where in their final games against McPher- played to pk’s with the only goal Miege’s trip back to the State to Salina, after having had an eventful day already fired up, never relaxing through another two-set vic- State was at Blue Valley North on Oct. 19, where the it found freshman Marcos Guiterrez. son in State semi-finals and Rose Hill in regulation scored by senior Nate championship was high with emo- due to the school-wide power outage. They were tory with scores a little tighter; 25-20 and 25-21. Stags went undefeated against some tough oppo- Marcos then took a low shot past the at State finals. Those two teams came Mohler. In pk’s Miege missed their tion. The Stags had a chance of mak- on their way to the first 4A tournament nents. The home team was the last game of keeper and made the miraculous goal. into the finals having scored a com- shot. They then went on to make the ing history twice and succeeded. Who Miege has been a part of in more than 20 pool play, where the girls showed their up- Marcos talked to catchitkansas.com’s bined 179 goals. next four. The score was 4-3 and De would’ve known a freshman coming years, and would face opponents who, in and-down type of play yet again—the first Bowman about his goal. “It’s excit- The road to the final four was Soto’s kicker lined up with De Soto’s off the bench who hadn’t scored all general, the team had yet to see this year. set was lost 20-25, and the third and last won ing,” said Gutierrez, whose goal was one that the team will never forget. It playoff hopes on the line. He missed year would make the biggest goal in A strong season leading up to State was 25-9. the first of his high-school career. “It all began in Bonner Springs. Bonner off the cross-bar, and the Stags ran to his whole soccer career? When the all the girls had to look back on as they The last game of the day was the one feels so good, I just can’t describe it. I attacked in the first three minutes, but Alex Lutz—who probably deserved clock hit zero, the bench went storm- thought about the road ahead. to watch. Played against Blue Valley North- feel great. I feel good. It’s unbeliev- that was all that they were allowed. MVP—as Miege claimed their 13th ing to the other side of the field to cel- After winning sub-state as the west, a team Miege had lost to earlier in the able. It’s the happiest I’ve ever been.” The scoring opened up with what Regional Title. ebrate with teammates, friends and favorites, the girls immediately started season, the game was a chance for the Stags “It was great defense all week- the team would call a “lucky” goal A trip to the final four was family and hoisting their fourth ever to prepare for the State Tournament in to show their improvements. The first set was end, and I figured the first team to by junior Michael Valdivia. The score then at stake with Piper, who took and second consecutive State trophy. Salina. Nov. 1 and 2 would be the last won 25-15, thanks to exhilarating blocks and days seniors Sydney Buckley, Kali Eaken impressive kills by sophomores Allie Strong and Gabi Narvaez would wear the Miege and Nicole Purcell. The next game belonged Football Facing BVW As They Advance in Playoffs name on the volleyball court as part of the to everyone—juniors Ali Clark and McKen- By: LouieLaFeve Kansas player of the week for his performance, when Willis was injured,” according to Luke. “He team. zie Weber, along with senior Gabi Narvaez, catching six passes for 252 yards and scoring three showed us that we can still play with a key member Pool play Nov. 1 shined the light kept the back row strong. The second and staff writer touchdowns after only having one touchdown of the team out. Nolan contributes all that he can for on leader Eaken as she continued to play last game ended in a first place finish for the through the first eight games. the team, and I appreciate that.” through excruciating shin pain and lead Stags, 26-24. Going into the playoffs last week, the Stags The previous week, on Oct. 25, the Bishop “I feel glad to be in the playoffs. It’s gonna her team as the lone setter and past State With their eyes set on the prize, the girls were ranked sixth overall in Kansas with a record Miege Stags beat the Harmon Hawks 74 to 0 at home be a long road, but we have faith in each other. We Champion. All three pool play games Volleyball takes home the 4A State championship after beating Lou- finished off Rose Hill in the semi-finals look- of 8 and 1. They dominated the Lansing Lions last to celebrate senior night. Ironically, most of the se- know what we want to do, and that’s win a State ended in a Miege two-set win, but, little ing promising, and waited as Louisburg and isburg in three sets. Photo by Kristen Agar Friday 52 to 12, creating high expectations for their niors on the team had been benched by the halfway championship. If we meet Carroll (last year’s cham- did the girls know, Louisburg, who they’d Chanute vied for the other spot in the cham- playoff aspirations. Tonight they will take on the mark, providing valuable experience for the under- pions), again, we’ll be better prepared. We have beat 25-14 and 25-21, would be coming back harder Senior night, Oct. 17, the last home game pionship game. With each point back and forth, it Blue Valley West Jaguars at home in a rematch of classmen who will be required to take a larger role some unfinished business,” said Kaelin. and tougher the next day in the championship. for the team, brought Lawrence Free State and gave was unsure who Miege would play, but Louisburg week six. starting next year. Oct. 15 had seen the team in Fort Scott, Kan- each individual player a chance to shine as Miege won out in the third set, creating quite an upset in On Friday, Nov. 1, the Stags ended their “Being able to rest our starters makes us that claimed an easy three-out-of-five set victory. the crowd. regular season on a high note by beating longtime much more prepared for the playoffs. It’s never been Each senior walks away from Miege with Each side of the Bicentennial Center shined arch-rival Aquinas to secure homefield advantage in a problem in the past,” said senior lineman Luke good memories and accomplishments. Gabi Nar- with school spirit; the red-and-blue of the Stags and the playoffs. Miege won 50 to 16 on the road in front Juarez. “I don’t want to jinx us, but (our playoff vaez’s skill and experience in the back row, along the white-and-purple colors of the Wildcats clashed of a packed stadium. After resting for much of the chances) are looking good. We’re just trying to pre- with her excellent communication, is rare in any like a classic KU vs. K-State rivalry. After Miege won previous two weeks, the starters played the entire pare week to week, and not get ahead of ourselves.” player. the first set, Louisburg came back using their tall game against the Saints, not leaving the field until The week before, the Stags decimated the Senior Kali Eaken, whose talent as a setter middles as blocks and picking up any hits that came the final whistle blew. This game a strong example Turner Bears 49 to 0. will be missed, has been named an All-American their way. The third set started off still rocky for the of what so far has been a truly dominant season by A big story in recent weeks has been the re- and will play in the AVCA Under Armour All Stags, but once they found their stride, there was no the Stags. turn of quarterback Ryan Willis, who was leading American game in Seattle alongside the NCAA stopping them. The last moment of the season came “It was a good game; they’re a good team,” the EKL in passing yards before being sidelined for Championship Game in December. As one of the with sophomore Allie Strong’s blasting hit, and the said sophomore Kaelin Key. “Our offense stepped weeks five and six with a concussion. His replace- team’s leaders on and off the court, Kali leaves team stormed the court, knowing they had won the up early and our defense shut them down in the sec- ment, sophomore Nolan Gray, performed well in his behind advice for those left behind, “Play for that 22nd State title for Miege volleyball. Miege dominated arch-rival Aquinas Nov. 1, beat- The Bishop Miege volleyball team rejoices after win- ond half of the game.” absence however. name on your back. Never take it for granted.” ing them 50-16 with much help from running back ning their 22nd State title. Photo by Kristen Agar Senior Jeffrey Martin was named the Star’s “He’s a great kid. He really picked up the team Dawson Downing. Photo by Lauren Lanter Page 12 www.bishopmiege.com November 15, 2013 November 15, 2013 www.bishopmiege.com Page 13 Cross Country Crossing Borders to 4A Varied Superstitions, By: MariaBaska Russell and Joe Klein still placed in the individuals instead of as a team, so it top half of the hundred runners who felt very weird not having the whole Writing on the Ball staff writer were competing at cross country state team there to run with them. Also, Nov. 2 in Wamego. this was their first year running in 4A, always bring some magical gifts from Williams never washes her clothes charm during a team’s playoffs. A Although they did not reach “It was a different experience which was harder than 5A because the By: AndrewJezak the baseball gods. There are also the after a win in hope of keeping her notorious example is just about each their individual goals, seniors Colleen for them because they were entered as competition was tougher,” said coach negative superstitions, such as lend- winning streak alive. and every NHL team and the recent Alan Thomas. Colleen staff writer ing a bat to a fellow player; this is The Sports Illustrated curse World Series Champions, the Boston placed 43rd and Joe 47th. feared as a dreadful enchantment that is well known as a repeat offender. Red Sox. The cross country Athletes dodge the cracks, will lead to nothing good offensively. Legend has it that an athlete or team Whatever the superstition, team raced to Regionals they avoid the ladders, they watch Furthermore, a teammate must never pictured on the magazine’s cover big or small, nutty or normal, it’s on Oct. 26 at Wyandotte out for black cats, and they always speak of a no hitter/perfect game County Park. All of the move the salt away from themselves. while it’s happening, or it will be bro- varsity runners had They are the quintessential, over-the- ken. hat is our uperstition qualified for Regionals, top, superstitious people. Almost Of course there are sports W Y S ?? and were ready to take every athlete out there has his or her other than baseball which have their on the challenge. This is routines to complete before they step own bewitchments. According to • Sydney Buckley (volleyball)- I do the same routine before I serve. Sierra Sparks first year onto the playing field. FactMonster, in basketball the last per- doing cross country, The most common of the su- son to take a shot during warmups • Jacob Watt (baseball)- I listen to a certain music playlist. and she was ecstatic to perstitions belongs to baseball. There has to make it to assure that his or her be going to Regionals. are the well-known “no stepping on team will shoot well during the game. • Steven Langley (soccer)- I put on Lucas Franco’s captain armband “I am so thrilled to had the lines on game day” and “rally The number 300 on the license plate before each game. the opportunity to run caps,” but there are also some less of a bowler will improve his or her in Regionals. It was an familiar ones. On the positive side, score. In hockey, it is considered un- • Coach Jon Holmes (football)- I carry a four leaf clover, money clip and awesome experience.” lucky to have your sticks prayer card in my left pocket. The boys ended up lie crossed. You must with 6th overall, and always start with an odd • Rachel Lavry (tennis) - I grip my tennis racket in a certain spot. girls 5th overall. Colleen number club in golf to took 4th with a time of Moving to 4A meant Colleen Rus- encourage a good round. • Joey Shondell (lacrosse)- I wear a STAG armband on my right arm 15:52, and Joe was 11th sell ran State on an unknown course In tennis it’s bad luck to every game. Senior runner Joe Klein places in the top half at the 4A State Championship run at a golf with a time of 17:28. against unknown competition. hold more than two balls course in Wamego. Photo by Mary Egger Photo by Mary Egger at a time when serving, • Coach Ross Dessert (lacrosse)- When I was a goalie, I would tap the and players must always pipes of the goal in a certain order with my stick. walk around the outside of the court when switch- • Coach Jeff English (basketball)- Before the season I would watch One Golfer ing sides. Hoosiers and every game I would wear a Backstreet Boys’ t-shirt under Girls Serve Strong Even famous players my jersey. have notorious super- to State • Frank Burdolski (baseball)- Before each game, I drink Naked juice, stitions, some normal By: EricBuckels but some are just rather eat a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, take three Advils, use the Finish to Season odd. FactMonster tells us bathroom, put two pairs of socks on my left foot first and the two on staff writer that Wade Boggs, long- the right. Then, I dougie before the game starts. ranked ninth overall, and Mary- By: LouieLaFeve time Boston Red Sox Kate Reilly ranked the highest, Lady Stags golf sent one player third basemen, always • Andy Ritz (cross country)- I put on my right sock and right shoe, then coming in fifth. to State this year. Regan Semien, junior, staff writer ate chicken before a ball left sock and left shoe. “I feel that this was the best season placed 34th out of 97 golfers at State in game. Michael Jordan Girls’ tennis finished its that I’ve had at Bishop Miege,” Wichita Oct. 21. wore his North Carolina regular season with Regionals on said Maria Baska, “because I got to “I had a good season and it was college shorts every game would be jinxed instantly, especially used to gain confidence. Supersti- Oct. 11. Freshman Mary-Kate Reilly grow and develop as a player. I am quite effective in sharpening my skills; I under his Bulls shorts for, during the playoffs. A similar curse tions are wacky and foolish, but took first in singles and advanced to looking forward to next season.” think between now and next season I will as you can guess, good is the Madden cover. What should somehow they seem to work. Mi- State, while junior Maria Baska and The team finished overall with be able to prepare myself to make a run luck. Jason Terry, Brook- be an achievement turns to an aw- chael Jordan is now considered to be senior Kate Poulose took fourth in a 4-3 record, an improvement on for State next year,” she said. The Boston Red Sox released this photo of their lyn Nets point guard, ful hoaxing on frequent occasions. the best player ever in the game of doubles, also advancing to State. the 2-4 record they posted last As for the season overall, Jeff so called “Playoff Beards” wears his opponent’s Players pictured on the annual EA basketball, maybe because of his col- Freshman Lily Gibson was fifth, season. JV looked particularly English, head coach of the team, said, sleeping with your bat is known to team shorts to bed before every game sports video game have been known lege shorts or maybe not. But if the adding her to the qualifying group. strong, finishing the season with “It was a fun season and all the golfers break a hitting slump, sticking gum to gain an advantage. Turk Wendell, to experience career ending injuries athlete believes it helps him or her, Sophomores Anna and Maddie an 8-2 record on the back of strong It was only her first year playing gained a lot more experience.” He also to the bill of your hat is said to sup- New York Mets reliever, would brush and dreadful seasonal performances. then it’s going to boost self-esteem, Shramek also competed. performances by junior Caroline tennis for Miege, but freshman Lily made a request that “all the lady golfers ply good luck, and tapping the plate his teeth and eat licorice between in- On the other hand, the playoff beard and ultimately, build the ability to Once they had reached State, the Murphy and sophomore Molly Gibson made it to State. pick up their clubs at least once in the off Photo by Lauren Lanter in a routine form every time is said to nings. On the tennis court, Serena is widely known to be a good luck succeed. team performed well enough to be Sullivan. season.” www.bishopmiege.com Page 15 Page 14 www.bishopmiege.com November 15, 2013 November 15, 2013 Top 10 Reasons Miege is the Best School Spirit Volunteering Photo by Judi Wollenziehn Photo by Lauren Lanter 3

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