February 2010 - St. Vincent

The Leprechaun Gold
St. Vincent-St. Mary High School * Volume XXXIX * Issue 5 * February 2010 STVM students recognized for artwork
Caitlin O’Neill
Co-Editor -in-Chief
In January 2010, ten STVM art students were recognized in the
Northeast Central Ohio Scholastics Art Competition for their various
artistic accomplishments. Students could enter either a portfolio or an
individual piece. In this year’s competition, there were 194 portfolio
entries, and senior A.J. Poholski was one of 23 Gold Key winners for his
portfolio and made STVM history as the first student to win for an entire
portfolio. The portfolio consisted of eight original photographs that illustrate a day in the life of a teenager.
STVM art instructor, Mrs. Rita Lancianese, taught the students the
necessary techniques and helped them prepare their pieces for competition. “The best surprise ever for me was A.J. Poholski,” said Mrs.
Lancianese. “His entire portfolio won a Gold medal. It is the first for our
school ever. He also won a Silver Key for a painting and an Honorable
Mention for another photo.”
In general, there were 2997 entries in the competition and only 297
Gold and Silver Key winners. Senior Caitlin Hoff also won a Gold Key
for her pen and ink self-portrait drawing with watercolor.
“It was a class project,” Hoff explained. “I really wanted to go above
and beyond the parameters given. The look on my face in the piece
inspired a feeling of awe and wonder which then led to a fantasy background.”
Four STVM students won Silver Keys: Poholski (painting), senior
Gold Key winners Caitlin Hoff and
A.J. Poholski hold their award winning
art work.
Landon Davis (self-portrait pen and ink), senior Kesho Morsches (pastel
drawing), and senior Samantha Stacks (pen and ink with watercolor).
Honorable Mentions were also awarded to Poholski (photography),
senior Courtney Kovach (drawing), senior Lauren Connell (painting),
senior Sarah Communale (photography), senior Renee Horn (photography), and senior Arwa Alniemi (ink drawing).
“Overall, I am so proud of all the students,” Mrs. Lancianese said.
“This is a very prestigious competition, and we are a very small school
compared to the competition.”
The pieces and portfolios that received a Gold or Silver Key were on
display in the Campus Center at the Kent State University Stark County
branch from January 19 through February 4. The Gold Key winners
advanced to the national competition in Washington, D.C. and New York
City.
Stacks enjoys art classes offered at STVM and described her favorite
things about the art program.
“We have one of the best art teachers on the planet,” said Stacks.
“Art lets me express myself, and our program helps me deal with my
hectic life.”
Hoff agreed with Stacks, adding,“I feel that our art department is full
of very talented individuals, and with more resources, our department
could produce even more masterpieces and better represent STVM in the
art community of Akron.”
A.J. Poholski shows his portfolio work which
earned him STVM’s first Gold Key for a portfolio.
Winners are (front row l to r) A.J. Poholski, Sarah Communale, Lauren
Connell, Arwa Alniemi, and Courtney Kovach, (back row l to r) Renee
Horn, Landon Davis, Caitlin Hoff, Sam Stacks, and Kesho Morsches.
Honorable Mention winners are
(l to r) Renee Horn, Sarah Communale,
Arwa Alniemi, Lauren Connell, and
Courtney Kovach.
Silver Key winners are (front row, l to r) Landon Davis, Kesho
Morsches, and (back row, l to r) Sam Stacks, A.J. Poholski.
School News
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St. Vincent-St. Mary High School
15 North Maple Street
Akron, Ohio 44303
On the Web: www.stvm.com
Advisor
Mrs. Maureen Harrigal
Assistant
Mrs. Barbara Wood
Editors-in-Chief
Caitlin O’Neill
Nick Shook
Staff Reporters
Maria Arnone
Rachel Dodson
Victoria Lambert
Kathryn Latimer
Sarah Lovelace
Halle Marchetta
Photos
Yearbook Staff
Ms. Harmon
AN IRISH PRAYER
May the road rise ever
to meet you
May the wind be
ever at your back
May the sun shine
warm upon your face
May the rain fall
soft upon your fields
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the
palm of His hand.
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STVM and Walsh students have
conference on human trafficking
Maria Arnone
staff reporter
On Thursday, February 3, the students of
STVM and Walsh crowded into the theater to
hear a presentation on human trafficking. Sister
Tobie Lardie and Theresa Flores presented a
Powerpoint presentation about human trafficking. Theresa shared her powerful story about her
actual experience of being trafficked at age 15
in an upper-middle class suburb of Detroit. She
then invited the students to ask her any question
they wanted.
Flores didn’t sugar-coat anything as she
explained to the audience the brutal reality of
trafficking. Human trafficking is an “under the
radar” crime that doesn’t receive much attention,
although it is the second leading crime in the
U.S. behind drug trafficking. Human trafficking
is a form of modern day slavery. There are more
enslaved people now, when it’s illegal, than there
were in the 1700’s when it was legal. Human
trafficking is forcing humans, most commonly
young girls, for the purpose of sexual exploitation or forced labor. There are 18,000 to 20,000
victims of human trafficking in America. Junior David Bowen commented, “ I had
no idea that human trafficking was even going
on. Theresa Flores is an inspiration for getting
through all those tough times.”
The students of STVM and Walsh met in
small groups to discuss the presentation. Ideas
such as watching the movies Taken and August Rush which show the tragedy of human
trafficking were suggested along with holding
a prayer service or candle vigil. Another big
idea was the Walk a Mile in Her Shoes, an
international men’s march to stop rape, sexual
assault, and gender violence. The walk takes
place in Columbus but can be scheduled to
take place anywhere by registering online. In
this fundraiser, men literally walk a mile in
a pair of high heels to commemorate all the
victims of human trafficking.
Theresa Flores ended her presentation by
saying, “If I helped just one student speak up
and speak out against human trafficking, I
have done my job.”
“This presentation was very educational
and it made me want to do something to help
those who are currently being trafficked. It
encouraged me to raise awareness about this
problem,” says senior Caroline Bennett.
“ If Theresa Flores can stand up in front of
people and risk her life telling us about human
trafficking, then I can tell people about it, too.
I can’t wait to spread my knowledge,” junior
Nick Conlon explained.
Seniors benefit from K9 retreat
staff
The following seniors attended Kairos 9:
Jon Adams, John Alvord, Katie Beck, Meghan
Boswell, Jenna Boyle, Andrew Brinkerhoff,
Kristen Bye, Tim Campbell, John Chapman,
Kaylee Fox, Adam Gerzanics,Billy Harmon,
Caitlin Hoff, Renee Horn, Kindelan Huber,
Mike Kagafas, Liana Keter,Victoria Lambert,
J.C.Laughlin, Halle Marchetta, Molly Miloscia,
Ben Musci, Mike Novachek, Caitlin O’Neill,
Colin Pangburn, Mariam Sovacool, Samantha
Stacks, Matt Sullivan, Kelsey Swords,
Lindsey Thoman, Emily Tomei, Meredith
Trecaso, Mike Vellequette, Nora Wisor.
Kairos 9 Team Members: Caroline
Bennett,Tommy Gilbride, Jake Hammer, John
Heising, Erica Hutson, Nikki Kanakkanatt,
Maggie Klein, Kelly Wheeler.
Kairos 9 Faculty Members: Ms. Harmon,
Mrs. Knapp, Mr. Brownfield, Mrs. Bickett,
and Mr. McDonald.
February 2010
Feature
Shamrock Alley Haiti hit by devastating earthquake
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Kathryn Latimer
staff reporter
Ohio Magazine awards teachers
Five Irish teachers were nominated for
Excellence in Education in the Ohio Magazine
Annual Awards. Teachers included are Mr. William O’Neil of the Foreign Language Department, Mrs. Nannette Roberts and Mrs. Joanne
Kropf of the Social Studies Department, Mr.
Naman Alniemi of the Science Department,
and Mr. Dan Lancianese of the Special Education Department.
Band members chosen to
perform at Kent State
Five members of the STVM Fighting Irish
Band were honored January 22-23 by being
chosen to perform with the Kent State All-Star
Festival Band. These students included Isaac
Cabe, Brint Florkowski, Andrew Menich,
Claire Shand, and Vincenzo Volpe.
Speaker Series highlights
coach and alums
The next Speaker Series is Thursday,
February 18, from 7:30-9:30 a.m. Coach Dru
Joyce, boys’ head basketball coach, will be the
featured speaker. The program will begin with
a continental breakfast and then the audience
will go to the theater for the presentation. The
next Speaker Series will be on April 30 and
will feature alums, Curtis Wilson VM83 and
Maverick Carter VM00.
JSA Winter Congress
Junior Statesmen of America Winter Congress was postponed until March due to the
winter storms in Washington D.C. Sixteen students from STVM will be making the trip for
the event. Winter Congress is a mock congress
that proposes and creates bills and then debates
them. JSA has been a club at STVM for nine
years. The advisors for the club are Mrs.
Joanne Kropf and Mr. Robert Brownfield.
The car raffle ends SaturdayThe 8th annual Irish Car Raffle ends
Friday, February 12, and the winners will be
announced on Saturday, February 12, at the
halftime of the Whitney Young boys’ basketball
game. First prize is a 2010 Chevy Malibu, 2nd
prize is a large screen TV, and 3rd prize is $500
in Circle K gas cards. Selling the tickets not
only benefits the school, but may also benefit
students by reducing tuition costs. The top
seller of the car raffle tickets will win an iPod
Touch.
February 2010
Halle Marchetta
staff reporter
Tuesday, January 19, 2010, a 7-magnitude
earthquake hit Port-Au-Prince, the capital of
Haiti. The next day it was hit again, with an
aftershock reaching a magnitude of 5.9 on the
Richter Scale with most of the damage being
centralized in the capital.
The earthquake ravaged the delicate infrastructure of the country, destroying most of the
buildings and some cultural icons, including the
Parliament building.
Many people were injured in the earthquake
while others are still missing. The hospitals
have to turn people away whose injuries aren’t
considered serious. New orphans are running
through the streets with no one to take care of
them but themselves.
Haiti is a country of over 9 million people. It
is the most impoverished country in the western
hemisphere, with 60 percent of the population
living below the poverty line. It is feared that
almost 200,000 people have died during these
earthquakes from either suffocation or being
crushed to death by falling buildings.
“Life here is very dangerous,” said Jean
Josner, a survivor of the earthquakes.
Haitians are afraid to go into their houses
because of the aftershocks and have set up
tents on the streets instead. Native Jean Merulus said, “Some are leaving Port-au-Prince to
go to the provinces, but I was born here, so I
will stay; I have nowhere else to go.”
Humanitarian organizations are having a
hard time reaching these impoverished Haitians with supplies because most of the roads
are unsuitable for cars to drive on. “We’re
waiting for food, for water, for anything,” said
Emmanuel Doris-Cherie, another survivor of
the earthquakes.
The American Red Cross is working over
time to try to supply sufficient medical personnel and supplies to the devastated country and
they are accepting donations in the form of
money at www.redcross.org. To donate $10 to
the Red Cross, text Haiti to 90999. Donations
to organizations helping Haiti have already
reached $220 million.
STVM hosts Haiti spaghetti dinner
Caitlin O’Neill
Co-Editor -in-Chief
The STVM community joined in the efforts to
help Haiti by holding a spaghetti dinner to raise
money to send to Haiti. The dinner raised a grand
total of $3,100 to be donated to help Haiti relief
efforts.
“It was actually the brainchild of four freshmen, Vincenzo Volpe, Bella Sparhawk, Katelyn
Holaday, and Casey Ritchie. They came to me
and said, ‘We need to do something for Haiti,’
so we brainstormed and that’s what we came up
with,” said STVM campus minister Mr. Ken McDonald.
The dinner included drinks, bread, salad, pasta,
and dessert, and everything was served by student
volunteers. Attendees also had the opportunity
to take part in a silent auction on various donated items. The food for the dinner was donated
by various people and organizations including
Mary Coyle’s (the Trecaso family) and Great
Harvest Bread Company. Student volunteers
also donated their time and energy by donating
baked goods and serving at the event.
STVM teacher Mrs. Anne Bickett was so
impressed with all the people who donated.
“I’ve always found it gratifying that anytime
there’s a crisis and people need our help, we
always rise to the occasion and give 100 percent.”
Mr. McDonald agreed, adding, “My favorite
part was seeing the entire community come together to help people they’ve never met.”
Ms.Pam
Godshalk
serves
the salad
donated
by Tangier
to the
assembled
customers.
Mr. Ken
McDonald is
flanked by
( l to r)
freshmen
Vincenzo Volpe,
Casey Ritchie,
and Isabella
Sparhawk.
Mrs. Jean
Conroy, Mrs.
Patti Valle, and
Mr. Mike Valle
had an assembly
line of spaghetti
and meatballs in
the kitchen.
Mrs. Anne
Bickett
and Mrs.
Barbara
Wood cut and
served the
large variety
of donated
desserts.
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Faces in the Crowd
Staff “Faces in the crowd”
MR. DAVID DAGES
Children: Justin and Stephen.
If Hollywood made a movie
about you, who (what) would
play you: This low budget
movie would have a shrub play
my part. I don’t think this calls
for any explanation.
College: I attended the University of Akron for three years
before transferring to
Borromeo Seminary in Wickliffe, Ohio.
What do you enjoy doing
when you’re not at school: I
enjoy spending time with family, sports, eating, and reading.
If you could travel to any planet, which one would it be: Saturn because
it had that ringy thing around it (I apologize if I’m getting too technical).
Pets: No pets- we do have a few goldfish memories.
Favorite movie: One of my favorite movies that comes to mind is Dead
Poets’ Society with Robin Williams.
What achievements are you most proud of: Being able to pat my head
and rub my belly at the same time. No other achievements come close to
this accomplishment.
Which super power would you like to have and why: I would like to
have the power to know exactly when the cable guy will arrive--the hours
that would be saved!
If I take a look inside your refrigerator, what would I find: Who ARE
you? Are you hungry? Have you tried the food bank? This is a very sad
(perhaps desperate?) question. I’ll be happy to help if necessary.
MRS. MARCIA KORLLOS
Children: Lisa and Tom.
Pets: Yes, one cat named
Isabella.
Favorite type of dessert:
Anything with fruit in it.
Last good book you read:
Sarah’s Key, a novel about the
Holocaust in France. I’m now
reading The Host by Stephanie
Meyer, which I am enjoying.
Favorite item of clothing:
Shoes! A pair of black patent
leather, spectator, Mary Janes.
What are you most proud of:
My children who are leading
independent, productive lives.
How do you like your coffee: I only drink tea-black, no sugar, lemon, or
milk.
What method of teaching do you find most effective: Dialogue-it’s the
best way to learn from each other.
Are you a strict dress code enforcer: Yes.
What superhero power would you like to have: I would love to be able
to fly so I can get to Point A to Point B in no time.
What do you like about teaching math: The best part is when students
suddenly understand a concept. The light bulb goes on, and we are ALL in
the light.
What kind of car do you drive: Honda Accord
Favorite flavor of ice cream: Caramel praline pecan
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Sarah Lovelace
staff reporter
MRS. BROOKE ARBAUGH
Children: Abby is 3 1/2
years old and has cerebral palsy. She is truly a
miracle as the doctors told
us she wouldn’t walk or
probably talk (because of
two strokes and a birth defect) and she is doing both
now. She currently goes to
school 4 days a week, has
numerous therapies, and
continues to have corrective surgeries and
treatments.
Education: Malone College (now University)Music Education (pre-K-12) and a minor in vocal performance.
Favorite part about teaching choir: I love watching the expressions
on my students’ faces when they successfully sing a difficult section of
a song after many rehearsals.
Favorite restaurant: Carrabba’s.
Favorite vacation: Although this isn’t a “technical” vacation, my
husband and I went on a mission trip to St. Croix. Not only were we
in a beautiful country, but we got to rebuild a church that was damaged
from a hurricane and we ministered to the local people.
What is one thing about you most people don’t know: I’ve sung solos at various concerts in 13 states and Austria, Germany, and Hungary.
Favorite type of ice cream: Smith’s Peanut Butter Crunch in a chocolate-dipped sugar cone.
Three things you would take with you to the desert island: My
husband, my daughter, and my Bible.
What would you do if you won the lottery: Donate most of it to my
sister (she and her family are missionaries in Cambodia), my family,
and my church, but also build a bigger house and get a new car.
What kind of car do you drive: 2004 Chrysler Sebring
MR. WILLIAM BICKETT
Subject: Science
Children: Connor, 2
years, and Katie Ann, 3
months.
First job: Warehouse
worker at Blossom Music
Center.
Hobbies: Hiking and taking nature pictures.
Have you been outside
the country at all, if so,
where: Windsor, Toronto,
and the Bahamas.
Why did you decide
to become a teacher:
Teaching is my family’s
business--my mother and two sisters are teachers.
What do you think is the best way of teaching: Doing projects that
create memories.
Where do you see yourself in ten years: Still teaching at STVM, being a world traveler, and coaching my kids’ soccer teams.
Favorite flavor of ice cream: Strickland’s Chocolate Mocha
Favorite kind of food: Anything BBQ!
Favorite restaurant: The Melting Pot at Legacy Village
Favorite movie: The Big Lebowski
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Faces in the Crowd
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Student “Faces in the crowd”
JOANNA ENGELS
BRIAN FOSTER
What would you do for a
Klondike Bar? Anything!
If you could spend time
with anyone, dead or alive,
who would you choose and
why? Ernie Davis, because
he is an inspiration to me.
Favorite dessert: Eclair
Cake
If you could be any animal,
what would you be? Why?
I would be a penguin, because they waddle and they
are cute.
What is one thing you wish
you could do, but can’t? I wish I could sleep every day, all the time,
whenever I want.
Biggest fear: Heights.
What is your favorite store? My favorite store is East Bay.
What are your hobbies? My hobbies are lifting, sleeping, playing
Modern Warfare, doing homework, making new friends, and picking on
Natasha Kanakkanatt.
What was the last movie you saw? I saw Daybreakers in theaters and
Gladiator at home.
What is your car’s nickname? The Green Machine
Grade school: Immaculate Heart of Mary
Favorite pair of shoes: My favorite pair of shoes is my all white Filas.
DREW LAURY
What would you do for
a Klondike Bar? What
wouldn’t I do for a Klondike Bar?
Siblings: I have three,
Frank who is 19, Chelsea
who is 15, and Logan who
is 10.
What are your hobbies?
My hobbies include playing sports and going fishing with Evan Gorbach.
Who is your favorite
super hero and why?
My favorite superhero is
Wonder Woman, because
she has an invisible plane.
Favorite breakfast food: My favorite breakfast food is Cocoa Puffs.
What are your hopes for the future? I hope not to have any concussions during football season.
Favorite kind of music: My two favorite bands are Backstreet Boys and
*NSYNC.
Where would you most like to travel? I would most like to travel to
Australia.
Do you have a job? What is it? Yes. I work as a server at the Loyal Oak
Tavern.
Which celebrity would you most like to meet? I would most like to
meet Jessica Alba because her performance in Good Luck Chuck was
outstanding.
If you could be any animal what would you be? Why? I would be an
elephant because they have long trunks.
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Kaitlyn Carlier
staff reporter
What would you do for
a Klondike Bar? I would
wrestle a polar bear for a
Klondike Bar.
What do you like to do in
your spare time? Driveway bobsledding with my
best friends and reading the
dictionary.
What is your favorite band/
musician? The Beatles
What is the best part
of having your dad as a
teacher here?
My dad provides a great role
model for me as a student and
daughter. He is also my personal ATM.
If you won a million dollars, how would you spend it? I would spend
it on milkshakes, shoes, and world peace.
What is your favorite food? Macaroni and cheese and Double Stuff
Oreos are tied as my favorite foods.
What are your hopes for the future? I would like to live happily ever
after.
What country would you most like to travel to and why? I would
most like to travel to Kenya because I’ve always wanted to go on an
African safari.
If Hollywood made a movie about your life, who would you want to
play you? Will Ferrell
What is your ideal date and why? That’s a tough one. I would have to
say April 25 because it’s not too hot, not too cold, and all you need is a
light jacket.
What is your favorite store? The iTunes Store
Do you have any siblings? Yes. I have a sister, Katie, who is in eighth
grade at the Elms, and I also have two dogs, Frankie and Tyson.
ROSALIA STADLER
What would you do for a
Klondike Bar? I’d run a
mile. I’d run ten miles if it
were a cookies and cream
Klondike Bar.
What are your biggest
fears? I’m terrified of spiders
and failing tests.
What are your hobbies?
Volleyball, track, hanging out
with friends.
What is your favorite line
from a movie? “Life is like a
box of chocolates, you never
know what you’re gonna
get.” -Forest Gump.
What is your favorite smell? Vanilla.
What is the best part of going to STVM? The best part is seeing my
friends every day.
If you could be any animal what would you be and why? I would be a
jaguar because they are super fast.
What is the last book you read? A Tale of Two Cities.
If you could have any superpower which one would you want? Why?
I would want to fly, then I could go anywhere I wanted for free!
Where do you like to shop? I like to shop at American Eagle, Hollister,
Charlotte Russe, PacSun, and Express.
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News in brief
Around the Globe
1.
Osama Bin Laden threatens U.S. security
On January 25, Osama bin Laden released an audio tape to the
United States endorsing the Christmas Day bomb attempt and
threatening new attacks. Researchers have found no connection between
bin Laden and the Christmas day plot; however, the attacks threatened in
the tape were also a response to the support the U.S. is showing for Israel.
“God willing, our raids on you will continue as long as your support for the
Israelis continues,” said bin Laden. “From Osama to Obama, America will
never dream of security unless we will have it in reality in Palestine.”
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7 killed, 70 wounded in roadside bomb
A roadside bomb in Pakistan killed 3 U.S. soldiers, a Pakistani soldier, and three school girls when the bomb destroyed the girls’ school. In addition, two U.S. soldiers were injured as well as 70 other people. The bombing deaths are the first known United States military fatalities in the tribal
regions near the Afghan border. The militants who have been affected by U.S. missile strikes consider the bombing a major victory.
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Toyota recalls millions of vehicles
Toyota recently made two recalls from its headquarters in Japan. The first recall involved 4.2 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles that were
dangerous because of floor mats jamming the gas pedal. The second recall affects 2.3 million cars and trucks, dating from 2005-2010. The vehicles
affected by the second recall have problems with the accelerator pedal. Toyota owners are urged to return their cars to the dealers to be repaired.
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Sea to Shining Sea
Massive snow storm paralyzes Mid-Atlantic
A record amount of snowfall hit the Mid-Atlantic on February 5 and 6.
Parts of Ohio received about 12 inches of snow. Washington, Delaware, New
Jersey, and Pennsylvania recorded two or more feet while Virginia, Maryland,
and West Virginia received nearly three feet. The storm was deemed historic
by the National Weather Service. Meteorologist Andrew Ulrich said, “This
was an epic storm. The sheer amount of snow was amazing.”
Five dead after a power plant explosion
On Sunday, February 7, a power plant in Middletown, Connecticut, exploded. The
cause of the explosion is unknown, but the damages were widespread. The plant itself
was torn apart and blackened, although the building and two smokestacks remained
standing. Five people died in the explosion, and at least twelve were injured. “It felt
almost like a sonic boom,” said Mayor Sebastian Giuliano. The plant was still in the
process of being built, and it is intended to produce energy by using natural gas.
3.
Senate loses majority in Congress with the election of Senator Brown in Massachusetts
Republican Scott Brown upset Democrat candidate Martha Coakley in the January Massachusetts Senate race. The Republican win cost the
Democrats the 60-40 majority in the Senate, making a filibuster more difficult. Mr. Brown told his supporters during
Caitlin O’Neill
his victory speech that, “Tonight the independent voice of Massachusetts has spoken.”
CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
The Heart of it All
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More people needing help from food
In 2009, the number of people in the greater Akron-Canton area who received help from pantries and
soup kitchens that are affiliated with the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank increased by ten percent
from the number helped in 2005, and the number of people needing emergency food weekly jumped 28
percent. An average of 40,600 people seeked help each week, and children made up one third of that number.
In the past year, the Foodbank reported that it served 179,800 people which is equal to about 12 percent of the
people in the 8 counties which benefit from the Foodbank.
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Bank robber strikes nine local banks
On Tuesday, February 2, an Akron bank and a New Philadelphia bank were robbed in what officials believe to
be a chain of related robberies that started in December. Surveillance photos from the crime scenes are very similar in each case, and the robber
seems to behave similarly in each case. There haven’t been any injuries, and the suspect is not believed to carry a weapon. “He comes in and delivers
a note to the teller, gets the money and off he goes,” said Scott Wilson, FBI spokesman.
3.
Former Congressman Jim Traficant will attempt a return to Congress
Jim Traficant, former Congressman, told an Akron audience that he will try to return to Congress this year. Traficant served seven years in
federal prison for 10 charges including bribery and racketeering. He doesn’t have money or a campaign committee, but he told the audience he
will make a bid regardless. In his first public appearance after being released, he claims he didn’t “break the law - at all” and was targeted because of
being “ a walking symbol of defiance.” He still claims that the government withheld evidence that would have bolstered his defense.
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February 2010
Black History Month
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Americans celebrate Black History Month
Maria Arnone
staff reporter
When the month of February comes around, it is natural for Valentine’s
Day, Groudhog Day, and other holidays to come to mind. However, February isn’t just about days dedicated to certain events; February is also a
month dedicated to African Americans.
In 1926, historian Carter G. Woodson designated the second week
in February as “Negro History Week” because it was the same week as
Abraham Lincoln’s and Frederick Douglass’s birthdays. After Woodson
planted the seed, the week expanded and grew to consume the entire
month, which is now dedicated to celebrating the incredible journey African Americans have made in America.
Martin Luther King, Jr., Day, which is on January 17, serves as a
precursor to Black History month by celebrating a man who dedicated
his life to working toward equality for African Americans. This holiday
gives people an opportunity to remember the incredible perserverance and
courage of one man to stand up to inequality and help educate everyone
about African American contributions.
“Black History Month is so inspiring. It’s nice to give recongnition to
the accomplishments of African Americans,” junior Chavonne Gaines says.
Black History Month is an excellent example of showing how hard work
and perserverance will pay off.
There are many ways to learn about the African American heritage in
February. At the Akron Art Museum there is The Legend of John Brown
exhibit until February 14. There are also profiles of African Americans on
the official city of Akron website who have made great contributions to the
city.
Sophomore Matt Olszewski sums the month up, “Black History Month
celebrates the rainbow of diversity that is America.”
COLIN POWELL
On April 5, 1937, Colin Powell, an African American, was born. He would later immensely impact
America. Not only was he a statesman and a retired four star general in the United States Army, he also was
the 65th U.S. Secretary of State. Though the number “65” doesn’t seem like a major accomplishment, the
number “1” does. Powell was the first African American Secretary of State. This wasn’t his only triumph; he
served as the National Security Advisor and a Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, being the first and only
African American to hold that position.
“Colin Powell is so inspirational. His success is what motivated me not only to run for Student Council
last year, but he also inspires me every day to give 100 percent in everything that I do. If you believe, you
can achieve,” says junior Aaron Carey.
Not only did Powell serve the United States politically, he served in the army as well. Working his way
up from a second lieutenant to a general, he was a shining example of bravery and courage. These two
principles set the tone for the rest of his life. Colin Powell never let fear stop him as he set out to pursue his
dreams. He is not only a proud representative of African Americans, but of all Americans.
MICHELLE OBAMA
Michelle Obama, the nation’s First Lady, is an elegant woman who often is overlooked. To many, she is just the
wife of the 44th President, Barack Obama, but in reality, she is much more. A Chicago native, Mrs. Obama was
the salutatorian at her alma mater, Whitney Young High School. She then went on to attend Princeton University.
If that wasn’t enough of an accomplishment, later she graduated from Harvard Law School.
The First Lady has two daughters, Malia and Sasha. She is actively involved in helping homeless shelters and
soup kitchens. She pays frequent visits to schools where she advocates public service. Also, Mrs. Obama is a supporter of the organic food movement. She even ordered the White House kitchen to use strictly organic food in
the hope of imroving her family’s health and protecting the environment.
Mrs. Obama is an empowered woman who gives youth a positive role model to look up to. She works hard to
make a bright future for herself and the country.
Junior Jackie Murray says, “ Michelle Obama has the best style and could be on the cover of a magazine. I try to
have the same style that she does when I pick out my outfits. I hope that maybe by dressing like Michelle Obama,
I can also carry myself in the same manner that she does and focus on bettering the world.”
MORGAN FREEMAN
Morgan Freeman is a prominent figure in American culture. Most notably known for his authorative,
“smooth-as-butter” speaking voice and grandfatherly demeanor, Freeman has gained many honors in the
world of acting.
Senior Hollen Campbell states, “ Morgan Freeman is such a great example for youth today! He is an
icon for wisdom who can be admired by people of all ages.”
Freeman was born the son of Mayme Edna and Morgan Portfield Freeman Sr. on June 1, 1937 in
Memphis, Tennessee. However, as an infant, he was sent to live with his grandmother in Charleston, Mississippi, where he was reared. His grandmother taught him the value of a good work ethic, discipline, and
respect, which are still evident in his life today.
Freeman wasn’t always an actor. He worked as a mechanic for the Air Force in his younger years, then
he went to a community college and worked as a dancer on Broadway. He first became known in American
media through his roles on soap operas such as Another World.
Today, Freeman is at the top of the acting food chain, having won numerous awards and starring in
dozens of movies such as Glory, Shawshank Redemption, Seven, Bruce Almighty, The Bucket List, and
Invictus. He is a rags-to-riches story who is an inspiration to all.
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News
Leprechaun Gold
“Mystery under the Stars” entrances audience
staff
A Mr. Gerard Neary murder mystery is an
adventure that everyone should experience at
least once. When the guests arrive, they are
greeted by the actors who circulate themselves
to establish a relationship with the audience. While the audience ate dinner before the
show, Madame Zodiac (Hannah Roberts), a
famous astrologer and author of such best
selling books as Stars and Strikes Forever
was introduced by her husband, Taurus
(Kevin Murphy). Then she expounded on the
importance of astrology in their lives. Madame
and Taurus are filling in for the “real” actors
who were in a car accident when they hit a pig
in the road in Lodi.
The audience then went to the theater
and Madame Zodiac, Taurus, Gemini (Maria
Kenngott), Leo Turnbull (Graham Giles) and
Horace Cope (Noah Bastock) started dropping
clues. Madame Zodiac, who has smoked,
chewed gum, chewed her glasses, drunk water,
used throat spray and chapstick, died of a
coughing fit. The poison was then identified
as the poison of the Australian sea serpent and
Madame begins to show signs of the Yuletide
Syndrome, a red tongue and green face.
The audience then exited the theater with
this information and each group received
a paper with directions to find clues. The
clues were all over the school, so participants
literally ran from one area to the next.
After collecting clues, the audience returned
for the solution scene. All of the clues were
divulged and the murderer was exposed. Four
groups (even the teachers!) had the correct
answer. The winners all received tickets to the
spring musical, Crazy for You.
What is “Quadrimular?”
“A four-eyed animal that lives
in the rainforest, and if we
keep cutting down the trees,
he will die.”
- Junior Jessica Durbin
“A four-sided circle.”
- Junior Jacob Lee
“A four-toothed old man
who likes to whistle while he
works.”
- Junior Brandi Goostree
Rachel Dodson
STAFF REPORTER
“A shoe with more than four
sides.”
- Junior Zack Huffman
THE REAL DEFINITION: A phenomenon lasting for four years.
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Leprechaun Gold
News
Dating ideas abound for Valentine’s Day
Kathryn Latimer
staff reporter
The month of February is the month of couples, and dating becomes a
major aspect in the social wonderings of high school teenagers. At STVM
many girls look forward to Valentine’s Day, and from the first of the
month they have already scoped out their ultimate crush.
This is not the only reason that February is a month to look forward
to; it also happens to be the shortest month of the year, which makes it
one of the easiest for students. February is also known as Black History
Month, the month of Groundhog Day, and the month in which Americans
celebrates Mardi Gras and Leap Year. Nevertheless, most still agree that
Valentine’s Day is the main even and certainly the one that the majority of
people eagerly anticipate.
In Akron there are many restaurants that are considered
“hot spots” for dates. Some of these restaurants include
Steak and Shake, Hibachi Japan, Luigi’s, Bravo, PF
Changs, Steak on a Stone, and Tony Romos. There are
also fun activities that one can do either alone or along
with dinner. Fun places to go to for dates are Laser Quest,
Fun and Stuff, ice skating at Lock 3, D&B, the movies, or
just an enjoyable ride down a sledding hill.
February is the month that calls out to all males to step
up their creativity. Some contemplate the best way to be
a secret valentine, while other boys go for a more up-front
approach and imaginatively determine the best way to tell
that special girl how they feel.
One great idea for making a girlfriend’s Valentine’s Day a good one is
to buy her flowers. To make this traditional act of kindness stand out from
all the others, add a different color rose. For example, put a white rose in
the middle of a bouquet of red roses, and on a note write, “Like this rose,
your beauty stands out among the rest.”
Another frugal way to make February 14 a special night is to have a
home picnic. Lay out a blanket on the carpet and put candles all around.
Eat foods that are normally eaten outside on a hot summer day, and let her
know how special she is by wrapping the night up with some chocolate
fondue.
To be more active on a Valentine’s Day date, ice skating is always
a great option. This keeps things fun and can keep things from getting
awkward by not forcing conversations on either party. Bad Valentine’s
Day memories can turn into good ones when creative ideas are used.
Girlfriends also need to find time to show their boyfriends just
how much they appreciate them throughout the year. Since boys
have proven not to take the same interest in the holiday as girls do, a
simple gift such as a video game, movie, or clothes is the safest option.
Boys aren’t as much into the creativity of the gift, but more about the
thought of knowing the girl cares. If the creativity comes though,
don’t deny it.
There are some different ways that girls can let their men know
how they feel without forcing them to say things he doesn’t want
to. The classic “I love you” toilet paper is perfect for
the occasion. Another thing that is creative is to put
together a photo memory book, or just buy him a box of
chocolates.
Seniors at STVM commented on Valentine’s day and
the activities they participate in to make the day special.
Mike Kagafas commented on the holiday by saying,
“When I like a girl, I buy her chocolates and roses on
Valentine’s Day.”
Kevin Rainsberger described Valentine’s Day by
saying, “I’ll pick up my girl for a fabulous dinner with
some ice cream at Cold Stone for dessert, then we’ll go
back to my house.”
Brian Foster gave the advice, “On Valentine’s Day, you need to do
whatever it takes to make your girlfriend happy.”
Giselle Luppino stated, “On Valentine’s Day, get him a big stuffed
animal and a basket full of all his favorite candy.”
Joe Chiarappa said, “On Valentine’s Day my girlfriend and I make
candy boxes for each other and fill them with goodies.”
“I like to bake heart shaped cookies to show him how much I care,”
said Halle McEnteer.
The 20 things students should do before graduating
Halle Marchetta
staff reporter
Everyone remembers walking in the doors on their first day as a freshman at STVM. Thousands of questions were running through those little
brains.
“Who am I going to sit with at lunch? What if my teachers hate me?
Will I ever really be as comfortable here as the seniors seem to be?” The
most important question running through everyone’s head that day is this:
“What am I going to do before I graduate?”
This is what the seniors say are the 20 things everyone should do
before they graduate.
1. Get a demerit- just one, no one wants to be labeled as a bad kid.
2. Dissect a frog- a gross but necessary part of every biology class.
3. Go to Homecoming and Prom- The memories of dancing with friends
will last forever.
4. Go to state- It’s a great way to show school spirit and have fun with
friends.
5. Get your license- No one wants to be a senior and still rely on mom
and dad for rides.
6. Start a food fight (just a little one)- Fun and messy.
7. Be friends with everyone in your class- Get rid of the petty cliques
and have fun together.
8. Make a jello slip ‘n slide- It’s sticky fun!
9. Have a snowball fight in the parking lot- It’s a great way to bond as a
class.
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10. Pass the OGT- This is just a nescessary part of graduating, so do
well the first time.
11. Actually do your inquiry- Once its done, it’s like a weight lifted..
12. Experience your first kiss- Make it special; it only happens once.
13. Go on retreat- People work really hard on making the retreats
happen, and it is a way to become closer to classmates as a result.
14. Start a new club- Colleges love extracurriculars!
15. Finish service hours- No graduation without them.
16. Get a job- get a taste of the real world.
17. Have a first
bromance- This is male
specific, but find that guy to
hang out with after
graduation.
18. Win an award- Everyone likes to win!
19. Earn a letter and get
a letter jacket- Let the
world know how awesome
the owner of this letter and
jacket really is.
20. Get a perfect GPAThis will make parents and
colleges very happy.
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Leprechaun Gold
Athletic
Update
Boys’ Basketball
Nick Shook
Co-editor-in-chief
Kenmore: W 86-77
Sophomore Lorenzo Cugini and junior Jakaar Sampson led the Irish to a
win over the Kenmore Cardinals. Cugini scored a game-high 30 points and
grabbed 6 rebounds, and Sampson scored 19 points. Junior Ricky Johnson
scored 17 points, and junior Davonte Beard scored 10.
Youngstown Ursuline: W 81-45
STVM faced the Ursuline Irish at home, and while the teams both shared
the same nickname, the STVM Irish, led by senior guard Kameron Rubin,
rolled to a 81-45 victory. Rubin propelled the Irish on an 18-1 run in the
second quarter while the bench contributed 28 points. He grabbed 7 rebounds, 4 off the offensive glass. Johnson scored 15 points and dished out
5 assists. Junior Khristian Taylor scored 10 and sophomore Treyvon Crater
added 6.
St. Paris Graham: W 76-44
Beard and Cugini each scored 16 to lead the Irish to a 76-44 victory over
the Falcons. Johnson added 14 points, 9 of which came from beyond the
arc. Sampson dropped in 7 points and pulled down 7 rebounds.
Christ High School: (NC) L 57-52
Cleveland Heights: L 57-56
Shaker Heights: W 80-63
Cugini led the Irish with 16 points, Johnson added 14, and Beard contributed 12 points. Senior Dominique Mitchell scored 9 points, and Sampson
added 8 points.
Warren G. Harding: L 87-71
The Irish faced last season’s Division I state Final Four qualifier, Warren
G. Harding. Johnson led all scorers with 24 points, and Sampson added
another 11 in the losing effort. Mitchell added 10, but it wasn’t enough, as
the Irish fell, 87-71.
Cleveland Glenville: W 96-54
Cugini led all scorers with 22 points, and Sampson dropped in 17 points to
lead the Irish to an easy victory over the Tarblooders.
Harvest Preparatory: W 77-54
Cugini led all scorers with 17 while Mitchell and Rubin combined for 14
points, and Beard scored 16 for the Irish. Johnson added 15 points.
St. Edward: L 67-58
Girls’ Basketball
Maria Arnone
staff reporter
Lutheran East: L 44-43
The Lady Irish were defeated by one point in double overtime. Junior
Maria Arnone had 20 points, sophomore Taja Dave had 15, and junior
Miranda Mondozzi had 4.
Shaker Heights: W 40-39
Senior Jen Murray’s foul shot at the end of the game pulled the Irish
ahead. Arnone had 12 points, junior Jackie Murray had 9, Mondozzi
had 8 and junior Meghan Weber had 7. Dave had 9 rebounds.
St. Ursula Academy: W 57-27
The Lady Irish traveled to Toledo and steamrolled the arrows of St.
Ursula by 30 points. Jen Murray led the team with 15 points, Arnone
had 14, and Dave had 12 points.
Youngstown East: W 47-45
Leading the Irish in scoring was Jackie Murray with 11, followed by
Arnone with 10, and Dave and Weber both added 8 points.
St. Peter Chanel: W 74-32
The Lady Irish demolished St. Peter Chanel by 42 points. Arnone and
Dave each had 15. Dave also had a double-double with 10 rebounds.
Jackie Murray had 10 points and Mondozzi and Weber each had 8
points.
St. Joseph Academy W 45-43
The girls came back from a 13 point deficit to beat the Jaguars of
St. Joseph’s by 2 points. Dave led with 12 points, Arnone had 8, and
Jackie Murray had 6.
Hathaway Brown L 75-36:
Arnone had 13 points, Dave had 10, Oldham had 5, and Unrue had 4.
Lexington L 62-58
Jackie Murray led the Irish with 18, Arnone had 15, Dave had 9 and
Weber had 6.
Maple Heights W 71-41
Arnone and Dave both had 14 points, Weber had 11, Jen Murray had
10 and Jackie Murray had 9.
Jackson W 45-37
Arnone had 13 points, Dave 12, Jackie Murray 7, and Weber 5.
Brees-led Saints upset Colts in SB XLIV
Nick Shook
Co-editor-in-chief
After an unlikely 13-0 start to the 2009 season, the New Orleans Saints proceeded to drop two of their next three games before the end of the regular season. However, the Saints entered the playoffs as the #1 seed in the NFC while the Indianapolis Colts started their season off with a 14-game
winning streak and finished the regular season 14-2 and were the #1 seed, but in the AFC. As both teams advanced through the playoffs, the Saints
finally embraced their first appearance in franchise history but knew that their work was not done. The next task for the Saints’ defense was containing
Indianapolis’ quarterback Peyton Manning.
The energy in Sun Life Stadium was electrifying just before the kickoff of Super Bowl XLIV. The Colts quickly put up 10 points on the scoreboard on Matt Stover’s field goal and Manning’s 19-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Pierre Garcon. The Saints took over the second quarter,
running 26 offensive plays to Indianapolis’ six. The Saints only managed to make two field goals and were stopped on Indianapolis’ one yard line on
fourth and goal. They entered halftime with a 10-6 Colts lead.
After the legendary rock band “The Who” played the halftime show, the Saints started the second half by successfully attempting an onside kick.
The Saints scored on Pierre Thomas’ 16 yard screen but the reigning NFL MVP answered right back with a 10-play, 76-yard drive which culminated
with a 4-yard touchdown run by Colts’ running back Joseph Addai. The Saints’ next drive resulted in a Garrett Hartley 47-yard field goal, but the
Colts regained possession and Stover kicked a 51-yard attempt wide left to leave the score at 17-16. The Saints regained the lead on a 2-yard touchdown pass to tight end Jeremy Shockey. New Orleans attempted a two-point conversion that would make it a one-touchdown lead, but initially failed
to convert the attempt until the play was reviewed by the officials and indeed ruled a successful conversion. Manning was then intercepted by Saints’
cornerback Tracy Porter on the next possession. Porter took the interception 74-yards into the endzone to extend the lead to 31-17. The victory was
the first Super Bowl victory in Saints’ franchise history, and a party was unleashed on Bourbon Street a week before Mardi Gras.
“We just believed in ourselves and we knew that we had an entire city and maybe an entire country behind us,” said Brees, the game’s MVP.
“What can I say? I tried to imagine what this moment would be like for a long time, and it’s better than expected.”
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February 2010
Sports
Leprechaun Gold
Athletic Update
Wrestling
Nick Shook
Co-editor-in-chief
STaff
Josh Hephner Memorial: 5th Place Catholic Invitational: 7th
Mike Rix
103 Champion
place
Ben Musci
189 Runner-up
Carlos Lugo 285 Runner-up
Carlos Lugo
285 Runner-up
Mike Rix
103 3rd place
Ray Stone
215 3rd
Ray Stone
215 3rd place
Troy Keener
160 3rd
Troy Keener 160 4th place
Mentor Lake Catholic Duals:
STVM vs. Coventry
vs. Benedictine: W 69-0
Victories: Keener 160, Boswell 171,
vs.Uniontown Lake, Geneva,
Musci 189, Stone 215, Lugo 285
Brecksville: L
STVM vs. Barberton
St. Ignatius Jon Vaughn Duals:
Victories: Rix 103, Keener 160,
Twinsburg and St.Ignatius: L
Boswell 171, Musci 189, Stone 215,
Brecksville Holiday Tournament Lugo 285
28th place
Mike Rix 103 6thplace
Girls’ Bowling
Victoria Lambert
staff reporter
Elms: W 1938 to 1534
Senior Rachel Dedinsky bowled the high game of 207 and had the high
series of 365.
Buchtel: W 1981 to 1404
Dedinsky bowled the high game of 187 and had the high series of 367
Walsh: L 2174 to 1881
Junior Ashleigh Stevens bowled the high game of 190 and had the high
series of 352.
Walsh: L 1941 to 1928
Stevens bowled the high game of 182. Junior Maddie Winer had the high
series of 324.
Firestone: W 2299 to 1773
Dedinsky bowled the high game of 278 and had the high series of 499.
Kenmore: W 1982 to 1393
Dedinsky bowled the high game of 203 and had the high series of 368.
Tallmadge: W 2113 to 1896
Winer bowled the highest game of 215 and had the high series of 394.
Wadsworth: W
Dedinsky bowled the high game of a 222 and had the high series of 396.
Green: L 1986 to 1961
Dedinsky bowled the high game of a 215 and a high series of 385.
Boys’ Bowling
Victoria Lambert
staff reporter
Buchtel:W 2074 to 2013
Senior Aaron Day bowled the high game of 229 and had the high series
of 420.
Walsh: L 2376 to 1807
Day bowled the high game of 192 and had the high series of 379.
Firestone: L 1924 to 1900
Day and senior Dan Toth bowled the high game of 183. Day had the high
series of 341.
Tallmadge: L 2297 to 2016
Day bowled the high game of 204 and Toth had the high series of 369.
North: L 1967 to 1865
Toth bowled the high game of 192 and had the high seires of 353.
February 2010
The Cleveland Cavaliers finished the
month of December by winning 9 of
their final 10 games of 2009, including
a crucial win on Christmas Day against the defending champion Los Angeles Lakers.
Cleveland started the new year off right with a win over
the New Jersey Nets, but followed that game with an upset
loss at home to the Charlotte Bobcats. The Cavs rebounded
with a blowout victory over the Washington Wizards, but
a close loss to Denver two nights later left their record at
28-10. A visit to Portland helped the Cavaliers return to their
winning ways, as Cleveland won, 106-94. The Cavaliers continued their
western roadtrip in Oakland against the Golden State Warriors. The
Cavaliers led for most of the game and were able to hold off a comeback
for a 117-114 victory. LeBron James led the team with an outstanding game, scoring 37 points, dishing out 11 assists, 8 rebounds, and 4
blocks. The Cavaliers’ next game in Utah was an epic one with the Cavs
holding a slim lead over the Jazz until Utah mounted a comeback and
took a 12 point lead. LeBron decided to take over the game and scored
18 points in the next three minutes, singlehandedly putting the Cavs on
top when rookie Sundiata Gaines drained a buzzer-beating three pointer
as time expired to win the game for the Jazz. The next night, LeBron
put the Cavaliers on his back, scoring 13 of his 32 points in the fourth
quarter and leading the Cavaliers to a 1 point victory over the Clippers.
Cleveland returned home to face Toronto and veteran center O’Neal
scored his 28,000th career point, cementing him in the top five scorers of
all-time. LeBron scored 28 for the win over the Raptors, 108-100. The
Cavs played the defending champion Lakers, whom they had previously
defeated on Christmas day by 15 in Los Angeles. The Cavaliers clawed
their way to a 93-87 victory. LeBron led all scorers with 37 points, and
Hickson pulled down 14 rebounds. The final game of the Cavaliers’
homestand was against the upstart Oklahoma City Thunder and their
young, budding star Kevin Durant. The Thunder took the lead late in the
third quarter, and barely held on to it until Daniel Gibson, who had his
first start in two seasons because of injuries to both Mo Williams and
Delonte West, buried a three-pointer. A clutch block of Durant’s shot
attempt by LeBron sealed the victory, 100-99.
Miami offered the premier matchup between LeBron and the Heat’s
superstar, Dwayne Wade. The marquee play of the night came with 7.6
seconds left in the 4th when LeBron picked off a behind the back pass
from Wade and took it down the court before being fouled. LeBron sank
the following pair of free throws, giving the Cavs a 92-91win.
The Cavaliers returned home to play the Timberwolves. LeBron was forced to bring the ball up the court for most of the game,
and he dished out 11 assists. Gibson scored 13 points while Jamario
Moon scored 14 points. O’Neal added 13 points in only 19 minutes
in the Cavaliers win. Indianapolis was the Cavaliers’ next destination. LeBron finished with 22 points, 13 assists (ten of which coming
in the first quarter), and 9 rebounds, coming just one rebound shy of
a triple-double. O’Neal also scored 22 points, and Ilgauskas added
13 points. Cleveland rolled to a 94-73 victory. The Cavs returned
home to extend their win streak to eight games against the Los Angeles Clippers. The Cavs shot 76 percent and tied a franchise record by
knocking down eleven three-point shots in the first quarter. Against
the Memphis Grizzlies, Cleveland held Memphis to 38 percent shooting from the field and improved their home record against Western
Conference teams to 10-0 and the league’s best record of 39-11.
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Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day
Leprechaun Gold
Victoria Lambert
staff reporter
What did the caveman give his wife on Valentine’s Day?
Ughs and kisses!
What did the boy sheep say to the girl sheep on Valentine’s Day?
I Love Ewe!
What did the stamp say to the envelope on Valentine’s Day?
I’m stuck on you!
What did the boy owl say to the girl owl on Valentine’s Day?
Owl be yours!
What kind of flowers do you never give on Valentine’s Day?
Cauliflowers!
What do you call a very small Valentine?
A Valentiny!
What did the boy squirrel say to the girl squirrel on Valentine’s Day?
I’m nuts about you!
What did the girl squirrel say to the boy squirrel on Valentine’s Day?
You’re nuts so bad yourself!
Knock knock!
Who’s there?
Sherwood
Sherwood who?
Sherwood like to be your valentine!
Knock, knock
Who’s there?
Pooch
Pooch who?
Pooch your arms around me, baby!
Knock knock!
Who’s there?
Howard
Howard who?
Howard you like a big kiss?
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