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Vol. 32 No. 7 Kellenberg The Continuing Memorial the Marianist High School Tradition Summer 2019 Since 1987 1400 Glenn Curtiss Blvd, Uniondale, NY 11553 “The Good Is Diffusive of www.kellenberg.org Itself” 72 New Eucharistic Ministers Commissioned

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72 Eucharistic Ministers Welcomed KMHS Reflects on Work Done in Solomon Islands By Sean Ronan ‘20 she stated, “I have always felt a part of the Church, but by distributing Holy 72 Eucharistic Ministers were re- Communion I am more involved and cently inducted to spiritually serve the connected. When I first started High community in their final years at Kel- School, being involved in the faith lenberg Memorial on May 2, 2019. seemed like something I was expected Eucharistic Ministers are Extraor- to do and I felt no meaning towards it. dinary Ministers of Holy Communion As the years progressed, I grew so who are Catholic lay people that assist much in my faith and I can’t imagine a in the distribution of Holy Communion day without going to Midday Prayer or during Mass and other school events a week without going to Mass.” and to the homebound. Similarly, Brendan Cullen said, Bro. Michael, moderator who will “Being able to bring the faith to those guide the new group of students, de- who value it so much is a very reward- scribed a Eucharistic Minister as being ing experience — especially helping a “strong Christian who can extend the those who are unable to receive the friendship of Christ to others through Eucharist on their own.” the distribution of the Body and Blood Annalise Scorzari added, “The of Christ.” eldery tell us how special the gift of This defining role in the Church Communion is and how they are so requires that a person be baptized and a thankful that we have come to distrib- Photo courtesy of Photography Club confirmed practicing Catholic, a person ute.” who is faithful to prayer, a person who So far, the new group of extraordi- Miss Fiore speaking at the Last XLT about her work in the Solomon Islands. attends Mass in the local parish each nary ministers have had the chance to and every Sunday, and who attends distribute the Holy Eucharist at school By Andrea Lauritsen ‘20 night and felt appreciative”.

Midday Prayer in the school Chapel. Mass, visit Fulton Commons Care Cen- The final XLT of the school year During Adoration, students were The new Eucharistic Ministers ter, distribute Holy Communion to took place on May 18. Guest speaker able to devote time to God while build- prepared themselves by attending two the sick, lead midday prayer during Latin teacher Miss Fiore spoke about ing a foundation in their spiritual life. retreats. One at the new Stella Maris lunch periods and assist at XLT events. her time helping the Marianist commu- The new Eucharistic Ministers were Retreat House. Another with the Dio- Annalise said, “The role of a Eu- nity in the Solomon Islands. Her speech warmly welcomed, and able to take part cese of Rockville Centre. charistic Minister is so important be- talked about everyone’s role in the as new leaders of the Church. For most, Linda Cesark was one of many cause you aren’t bringing just bread and Kingdom of God. She emphasized how adoration seems to be the best part of students who was commissioned as a wine to someone, but you are giving inspired she felt and how lovely the peo- XLT, and is what students really look new EM. Before coming to Kellenberg, them the Body and Blood of Jesus ple were. For her, the kindness of the forward to. her faith life was not strong. However, Christ. The Eucharist is not just a sym- people, and the generosity she was able Meaghan Barrett said, “XLT was an throughout her six years at the school, bol — it is the true body of Christ.” to provide was what really hit home. amazing experience, especially after She mentioned that no matter where you recently being commissioned as a Eu- Photo courtesy of Photography Club are from in the world, everyone is part charistic Minister. It was a great oppor- of God’s Kingdom, and everyone has a tunity for me to be in the presence of call to serve Him. Even though the peo- God and reflect on this important leader- ple in the Solomon Islands are less for- ship position”. tunate, they never seem to give up on Eva Siegel commented, “Being a God. They are a true testimony of what part of the XLT and singing each month it means to trust God’s plan for them. is very emotional because I’m singing For the seniors, this was their last for something that matters so much to XLT as a Firebird, making this XLT me”. extra memorable. Mr. Bursig explained XLT, which stands for exalt, takes that the seniors leaving is always a bit- places about once a month after school. tersweet moment because they aren’t The evening consists of dinner provided just part of a school activity, they are by Kellenberg, along with adoration and part of something more: a community. a presentation by a guest speaker. Each Julia Coben commented, “I believe XLT, a new speaker, usually a teacher XLT was a really great opportunity for or faculty member, speaks about their the seniors to reflect on their future and relationship with God, and how im- be grateful for the time and people they portant it is to take time aside from eve- met at Kellenberg. All the seniors were ryone’s busy schedule in order to dedi- 72 newly inducted Eucharistic Ministers beam on the front steps of KMHS. really emotional throughout the entire cate time with Him.

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Other Other Firebirds, Matt Sluka, Griffin Overall, Kellenberg along along with his teammates, not allowing a single goal. Sean Boll and Sean Foley both scored three goals to further assist in Kel- lenberg MVPnamed theof championship game. Chernoff, Thomas Albig and Joe Contino also scored goals for the team. The team shining star, Will Ligarzewski impressive- ly lead the defense throughout for the Kellenberg game making fourteen saves goal. in have have easily resulted in extra bases. Some- times though, tough luck is sport part of baseball. of Even though the that deep lineout by Cruz was most likely the hard- est hit ball of the game, it just didn outfield grass. bined to get on base 14 times in the umph, with 6 of these tri- coming on hits and 8 coming via the walk. Starting John pitcher Carroll was superlative in the biggest game of the year, was just as excellent. and the bullpen

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l Varsity Baseball Baseball Varsity b tial the whole game, the parts in which we did play well, it was clear we are a hard the the ball moving and found our rhythm. We were able to keep possession of and score. the It ball was a hard although we did not fought play to our full poten- win and the the CHSAA ship against the Saint Cougars on May John 15. Joe the Foley described Baptistthe game Leahy faced off balance and induced some big ed in a run, but Roder got a big strikeout on a lively fastball to minimize the dam- age. Matt Leahy worked trouble on the basepaths to around earn the save. some relief, relief, picking up right where Carroll left off. A few bad luck hits and walks result- a efforts in shutting down the Friars namic offense even after being injured in first. the amazing amazing 10 K his overpowering fastballs with the occasional breaking ball thrown the mix. Carroll in was likely the most valu- runs runs to cross the plate. He had impressive control, not single batter. He even racked up an walking a the the first inning, he got up stronger than ever and powered through the rest of his outing. Carroll went 4.2 stellar innings allowingwhile just 2 superb in an extremely gutsy performance as starting pitcher. After being drilled by a comebacker in round of the playoffs and these two competitive rivals eachagainst other. were pitted sity sity Baseball team shown in the defeat of the Friars of St Anthony May 15, 2019. It was the semi their their skills and teamwork. Through the wins and the losses, good members find a way to come together as a team, just like the Kellenberg Var- son son in any sport, teams improve in 10 • Summer Issue 2019 • THE PHOENIX Yes and helped bring the idea to to idea the Kellenberg. bring helped and Yes of League the of member a been has Luke son whose Memorial, lenberg Kel- league. for director and choral the Blanton, the for support sponsorship community moting self increase and league time. pas- national our playing from come that to benefits and joy individuals the experience those for portunity disabilities with ages) all (of people for grams “ i the ofstart evening. many and Yes, the for here awaited spectators eager of League the of lenberg softball College Center ville program. ofthe softball beneficiary the was Yes of League the year, consecutive second the For Game. Benefit annual its in ticipate par- to out set team Softball Varsity z sals ad uti bsbl pro- baseball sustain and establish a t By Mary O By Mary i o ” Their goal is clear: clear: is goal Their organ- an is Yes Leagueof The Rock- on held was game The Girls the 9, May Thursday, On n

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’18 With With all of these victories combined, Junior Lydia Mercante stated, Sam Sam The talent of the players was not the Continuing her career in college, for- Congratulations to the both of them the the race 100m made their way Maureen and to Lewin added the to sumé finals. her by track winning Senior the re- 800m and races, earning Kellenberg more points. 1500m the Kellenberg Memorial track and field team was able to overcome all odds and adversaries to take 1st place in the meet and qualify for the intersectional championship. This was a much needed victory that filled the girls pride. with eagerness and back. Junior Cameron Beckford and Senior drea An- McPher- son, some of Kellenberg heavy hitters, were vital parts of both the Firebirds win as they ran hearts out in their first since time Kellenberg 2012 has won the event. Bendig was behind her as right well, throw- ing superla- tively adding and more yet points to the come- mance. mance. Jun- ior Jacques add- Kaya ed to the ac- colades winning by the in event, discus the Liberty League Rookie of the Week. Her team is credited with lowest round in school history. carding the third only thing that got this team to where they were. On May 16 the Lady Firebirds spent the day the with St. Martin De Porres Golf Team, reporting that teaching the children youngreally formed the team as a Mari- anist family, and brought them together. The team also joined together at Country Nassau Club to learn and have some fun with a swing monitor Pohalski,Drew PGA Golf Professional. with the help of mer golfer for Kellenberg , Ashley ding Har- to third at Ithaca College, being named as they continue their careers. The high team would also like school to wish golf a big thank you to seniors Regan Mullaly and Kirsten Brunner for their hard work, and dedication. ’ s, ’

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’ Girls Track Wins Come from Behind for League Behind Championship for from Come Wins Track Girls race coming in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd as a follow up to the team's previous perfor- remarkable accomplishment for the team, taking advantage and of pointsamount they could receive. maximizing the comparable to anything we nessed before. The teams in the 4x400 relay all took points, a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Kellenberg one could see the other schools shaking in their boots birds really came alive in the relays; in- team team 8 more board. points Our shot to tack ting the onto runners have the all the gained glory, an extra also 3 points for the team. As display an display athletean vital win in the steeplechase that gave her the the runners in front of her in only the last 300 meters. She filled her team, as wellas the entire complex, with It excitement. in in the 3000 for the comeback. Richardson won MVP of the meet as she went off and ran what would become her lifetime best, beating such such as Madison place in Scott the clinching 200m. pected An 3rd win by amazing Senior unex- Maya Richardson amazing comebackamazing for Kellenberg. younger side of the team came from mul- tiple sophomores placing 2nd and 3rd, back down from a certainly challenge, and rose they to the athletes from opposing teams didn occasion. Several in their events, paving the way for an events events remaining in the meet, coming out on top was an extremely difficult task to accomplish. But our girls aren Saint Saint Anthony was shining on the steep Firebirds. Facing deficit a of 20 points with only 8 team team came out with an outstanding hard fought win last Saturday, and May 18, at the League Championship hosted by

earn the State CHSAA Golf Tournament. han han and Galante Girl for the and NYSPHSAA Country Club in Rochester 1st on and 2nd. Callahan June and Galante helped in in the NSCHSGAA League Tournament where they scored a +10 NSCHSGAA and tournament +14. secured The Calla- vs. vs. twelve schools around Long Island, other adding to the girls team from catholic May 20 Callahan and Galante competed on on May 14, junior Melanie McManus and sophomores Claire Galante Callahan and played Olivia League in Tournament at Eisenhower the Park NSCHSGAA against St. Dominic Recovering from a loss to St. Anthony Golf team finished second in the League Championship.

Blue Triumphs at Annual Blue and Gold

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By Ruby Pasternack ‘22 good seats. Alumni, family, portion of the evening. Blue team. Kellenberg’s beloved friends and faculty, decked-out The finale dance con- senior vocal sensation Christelle Team Blue bested team in blue and gold garments and cluded Blue’s portion of the Pascal sang a piece of the music Gold as they faced off in the an- apparel and equipped with giant evening, showcasing a mass of from the dances. Pascal poured nual student-produced skit com- handmade signs, cheered “BTV” blue dancers, with smiles on her heart out into the song wow- petition featuring dance catego- and “GO GOLD” to show pride their faces, knowing they gave ing the audience and surely add- ries in jazz, hip hop, tap, tum- for their team. each step their all. The coaches ing points to the Gold team’s bling, and “entrance” for new Blue took the mats first, joined in and celebrated with score. freshman and Latin Schoolers on exhibiting the different genres of their team when the last song Preparations for the show May 11 music in their skit and correlat- ended. started in November when four The Blue team’s show ing it into the dance numbers, Gold did an exceptional seniors were elected to be the this year was the “BTV Rec- enticing the audience to stomp job bringing the magic to Hof- “Coaches” of the teams this sea- ords.” Their story centers around their feet and clap their hands to stra. A stand-out for the team son: Jaclynn Moschetta and an aspiring pop star who discov- “We Will Rock You.” was the set design. A giant pirate Madison Miller for Blue, and ers a magical radio that takes her The Blue team standouts ship stood in the middle of the Erin McCloat and Dominique to different places to experience were tumbling and award- mats during the pirate scenes, Basso for Gold. Their jobs were new music genres, helping her winning tap costumes. The and large teepees were used in to put together the storyline and form her own sound. “Disco Tumblers” wowed the the set design when the Lost coach their team to victory. The Gold team’s theme crowd with their stunts and floor Boys danced. Starting in March, prac- was “Saving Goldenland.” work. Each stunt was sharp and The tapping Pirates, who tices were held almost every day Based off of Peter Pan, matched the 70’s disco theme. won for the overall best dance after school and occasionally on “Goldenland” is losing its magic The tap routine, inspired by 20’s routine, were creative and excit- weekends. The ladies tirelessly because its fairies have been flapper girls, helped set the time ing to watch. The dancers worked on new dance routines captured. Wendy and Michaela period of their music genre. The clinked together metal cups to and formations, led by second- must journey to free the fairies glittering blue tassels hanging replicate the movements from ary senior captains assigned for and “save magic!” from their dresses shifted and the Disney movie, Peter Pan. each dance section. Before the start time of shined throughout their perfor- The gold finale brought Blue and Gold has been a seven o’clock, eager show-goers mance, earning Tap first place their own aspect to their finale tradition at Kellenberg since lined up outside of Hofstra stadi- for “best costume” at the awards that seperated them from the 1988. um to get in right away and grab