Six riders place in regionals, qualify for zones
Megan Battaglia, Multimedia Editor
February 22, 2012
While most sporting events only last a few hours, the equestrian team spends an entire weekend working hard with their team. Last week the equestrian team competed in their Regional competition to determine who would qualify for Zones. Senior Heather Scampton won her fences class, junior Erika D’Anna... Read more »
Men’s basketball win semi-final round, proceed to second consecutive championship
Imani Love, Sports Editor
February 18, 2012
Playing in a gym with a large crowd packed into the stands, the men’s basketball team took advantage of their home court, winning a close battle against St. Frances, 52-47. This win was the last step JC took to make it to the MIAA ‘A’ Conference championship game. During the first quarter, the... Read more »
Men’s basketball dominates out-of-state opponent
Miranda Ripken, Sports Editor
February 17, 2012
Taking a break from conference play, the men’s basketball team played De Smet, a Jesuit high school from St. Louis, Missouri, on Feb. 12. Ranked thirteenth in their state, the De Smet basketball team traveled to JC over the weekend to challenge Maryland’s ninth-ranked men’s team. JC emerged victorious,... Read more »
Women’s basketball dominates Bryn Mawr on senior night
Grace Kim, Online Chief
February 15, 2012
Despite its original postponement, the senior night game for the women’s varsity basketball team against The Bryn Mawr School still promoted energy. JC crushed Bryn Mawr with a final score of 56-33. JC created a quick lead when seniors Maria Edwards and Emily Soller both scored early on, bringing the... Read more »
National Letters of Intent signed for soccer, basketball
Martha Schick, Managing Editor
February 15, 2012
For senior Gina Maiorana, signing her National Letter of Intent (NLI) with Seton Hall on Feb. 1 marked a new beginning in sports after a crippling injury to her ACL on Dec. 28 last year. Playing soccer at Seton Hall is a dream come true for Maiorana, who has been playing the sport since she was four... Read more »
Indoor track teams establish 26 new school records during season
Miranda Ripken, Sports Editor
February 9, 2012
During the men’s and women’s indoor track championship meet last Friday, JC finished their season by adding on to the list of people setting new school records. Overall, 26 new school records were set, the most they have set in a season since their inaugural season 10 years ago. The women finished... Read more »
Indoor soccer recruits unlikely players
Miranda Ripken, Sports Editor
February 8, 2012
For senior Colleen Zulty, playing soccer was not in her high school game plan. She has limited experience in the game and lacrosse is her main focus. This year, she decided to try something new and play indoor soccer during the winter season. So far, she has been enjoying her time with the girls who... Read more »
Wrestling finishes high in local tournaments, prepares for MIAA playoffs
Miranda Ripken, Sports Editor
February 5, 2012
Despite graduating three wrestlers that excelled by earning over 100 wins during their JC wrestling career, the wrestling team still managed to earn a ranking of fifth in the state of Maryland. The Patriots have six freshman starters and have maintained a record of 8-1, in addition to high finishes in... Read more »
Equestrian riders qualify for regional show
Miranda Ripken, Sports Editor
February 2, 2012
On Friday, Jan. 27, the equestrian team competed at Oldfields School. In the Oldfields competition, JC placed second, which earns them the title “reserve champion,” just under Greenway. This is one of the best places they have received this year and qualified them as a team for Zones. For some... Read more »
Women’s basketball shuts out Fallston in overtime, Ripken celebrates 1000-point milestone
Megan Battaglia, Multimedia Editor
February 1, 2012
There were 36.7 seconds left in the game as JC went head to head with Fallston. The crowd sat anxiously on the edges of their seats watching JC’s last attempt to tie the game. Within seconds, the ball was thrown into the air and a three-point shot by senior Emily Soller tied the game, resulting... Read more »
