Editor’s Olympic Awards

Posted on March 16, 2010
Posted in Overtime with Daniel Gallen, Sports

Written by Daniel Gallen, Editor in Cheif

All the medals may have been handed out in Vancouver, but there’s still time to hand out some other awards. Best Performance: Joannie Rochette There really is no one else that can claim this title.  As most people know, Rochette... Read more »

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Fan Spotlight: George Appleby

Posted on March 16, 2010
Posted in Sports

Written by Allison Walczyk, Managing Editor

On a cold Friday evening, as the rain comes  down, math teacher George Appleby sits in a lawn chair on the school’s roof with a video camera in hand. Though removed from the bright lights and cheer of the spectators of the football... Read more »

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Patriot of the Month: Elaina Kohles

Posted on March 15, 2010
Posted in Sports

Written by Rachel Kokoska, Sports Editor

Junior Elaina Kohles began swimming when she was five years old.  In the beginning, she only swam during her summers, but she quickly got involved with club swimming because of  her cousins who were already club swimmers.  Currently... Read more »

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NFL cares too much about numbers

Posted on March 12, 2010
Posted in Overtime with Daniel Gallen, Sports

Written by Daniel Gallen, Editor in Chief

Sports are a game of numbers.  Greatness is measured by numbers.  Skill is measured by numbers.  Achievement is measured by numbers.  On paper, the game is simplified to a numbers game, determining matchups based on numbers that... Read more »

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Stichel named head football coach

Posted on March 10, 2010
Posted in Sports, Sports News

Written by Kate Froehlich, Executive Editor

After former varsity football coach Keith Rawlings announced that he will not return for the 2010-2011 season, offensive coordinator Rich Stichel will take over as head coach, as well as continuing to call plays. In addition, according... Read more »

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Rawlings steps down

Posted on March 10, 2010
Posted in Sports, Sports News, Top Stories

Written by Kate Froehlich, Executive Editor

With the JV and varsity football teams lining the pews in the chapel, former head coach Keith Rawlings’ eyes fill with tears as he recounts his emotional decision to leave the Patriots sideline and follow his children to St. Paul’s... Read more »

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Coach of the Month: Krystin Porcella

Posted on March 5, 2010
Posted in Sports, Uncategorized

Written by Joey Hoff, Managing Editor

Q: Did you play lacrosse in high school? A: Yes. [Former coach John] Hughes encouraged me to play lacrosse.  My freshman year at JC was the first time I had ever played. Q: What do you like about lacrosse? A: I like the speed at... Read more »

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Patriot of the Month: Scott Strappelli

Posted on March 3, 2010
Posted in Sports

Written by Rachel Kokoska, Sports Editor; Kate Froehlich, Executive Editor

Freshman Scott Strappelli fell to the mat in disbelief and lowered his bandaged face into his hands as the screams of his teammates and spectators engulfed him. Tears pooling in his eyes, Strappelli rose to his feet and embraced his... Read more »

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Loss in semifinals shatter dreams of basketball championship

Posted on March 3, 2010
Posted in Game Recaps, Sports

Written by Daniel Gallen, Editor in Chief

The men’s varsity basketball team was ended its playoff run on February 19 with a 70-30 loss at Mount St. Joseph High School in the MIAA A Conference Semifinals.  The Gaels were lead by senior forward Ryley Beaumont’s... Read more »

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Women’s swim team pulls-off strong season finish

Posted on March 1, 2010
Posted in Game Recaps, Sports

Written by Katelynn Colgain, Editorials Editor

Keep focused.  This was the goal of the women’s “B” conference swimming team as they took second place at championships at UMBC.  Freshman Carrie Dukes came in first place in the 50 free, with a time of 25.72 seconds, and second... Read more »

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