A gentleman’s guide to swag and style

Eric Wagner and Will Jarvis
May 16, 2013
Filed under Humor

TOP Guys, you better get to the weight room this spring because tank tops are in this summer. Show off those flawless biceps as you rock a trendy tank. Don’t be “that guy” who wears the white cut-off shirt because everyone will be wearing these out and about this summer so you’ll want your shirt... Read more »

Boys’ lacrosse notches first win of the year vs. Mahtomedi

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
April 26, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

A four-goal third quarter, three coming from senior captain Rob Lance, helped the Benilde-St. Margaret’s boys’ lacrosse team stop its two-game losing streak to begin the season. Lance ended the night with 5 goals and led the Red Knights to a 10-7 victory over the Mahtomedi Zephyrs. The Zephyrs... Read more »

Fifteen senior boys prepare for a memorable summer by buying a boat

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
April 26, 2013
Filed under Student Life

“It’s a solid vessel and we’re pretty sure it floats,” said Senior Michael Nanne. A description any responsible boat owner should utter when discussing his watercraft. With persistent Craigslist patrolling, Nanne found the key to a senior summer that will go down in the books: a 1979 Beachcomber. The... Read more »

Boys’ lacrosse comes up short against Eagan

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
April 25, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

Following a disappointing loss to Eden Prairie last week, the Benilde-St. Margaret’s boys' lacrosse team fell to 0-2 with a loss against the Eagan Wildcats in their home opener on Saturday, April 20. Suffering a 11-9 loss, the Red Knights dropped their second defeat in just as many games. An offensively-driven... Read more »

Mr. Epler auditions again for a chance to appear on Jeopardy

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
April 23, 2013
Filed under News

Latin teacher Mr. Robert Epler sits in anticipation. Seated on his couch and logged in on his laptop, he waits tensely as an online quiz begins. Fifty questions later, it’s all over. No response from the computer, he would never know how well he did, that is until a few weeks later when he receives... Read more »

Boys’ lacrosse falls to the Eagles in first game of season

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
April 22, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

The Benilde-St. Margaret’s boys’ lacrosse team opened the regular season in a tough matchup against the number two ranked team in state, falling to the Eden Prairie Eagles 14-3. The Eagles dominated offensively with seven different players scoring and a successful shutdown defense. Junior Mikey... Read more »

North Suburban Conference to be disbanded after departure of two more schools

Andrew Birkeland, Anna McCloskey, and Will Jarvis
April 12, 2013
Filed under Editor's Picks, News, Top Stories

Earlier this year, it was announced that the North Suburban Conference (NSC) would lose three schools to the Mississippi-8 Conference––Chisago Lakes, North Branch, and St. Francis. This past month, two more schools––Robbinsdale-Cooper and St. Louis Park––made public their decision to part... Read more »

Red Knights fall to Trojans in section final

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
February 28, 2013
Filed under Winter Sports

Section 6AA is the toughest section in the state, sometimes dubbed the “mini state tournament.” The array of talent is obvious, as no team has gone to state two consecutive years since Edina from 1995-1999, even after section realignment in 2008. The Benilde-St. Margaret’s Red Knights continued... Read more »

Biggest challenge in section final will be Wayzata goaltender

Will Jarvis and Eric Wagner
February 27, 2013
Filed under Winter Sports

The Minnetonka Skippers outshot Wayzata 32-21 on Saturday in the section semifinals. The Trojans came out with a 5-1 victory. The Benilde-St. Margaret’s Red Knights outshot the Trojans this December 40-24. Wayzata won 7-1. Why? Wayzata goaltender Aaron Dingmann. “This game is about one... Read more »

Victory over Eagles sends the Red Knights to Mariucci

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
February 25, 2013
Filed under Sports, Winter Sports

“Ucci!” junior Zack Hale yelled as he walked off the ice at Blooming Ice Garden on Saturday, February 23. After the Red Knights held on for a 5-3 win over the Eden Prairie Eagles in the section 6AA semifinals, Benilde-St. Margaret’s earned their way into the section finals at the University of... Read more »

Schools leaving NSC leads to trouble for the conference

Anna McCloskey, Andrew Birkeland, and Will Jarvis
February 22, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

At the conclusion of the 2012-2013 school year, the North Suburban Conference will lose three of its member schools to the Mississippi Eight Conference. Chisago Lakes High School, North Branch High School, and St. Francis High School will each depart the conference, beginning their time in their new... Read more »

Boys’ hockey dominates section quarterfinal against Armstrong

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
February 21, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

The Benilde-St. Margaret’s Red Knights dominated the Armstrong Falcons on Thursday, February 21 at the St. Louis Park Rec Center for the first game of the section 6AA tournament. BSM scored nine goals on their way to the quarterfinal victory, shutting out the Falcons 9-0. Captain Grant Besse scored... Read more »

Red Knights beat TG 7-4 on Senior Night

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
February 13, 2013
Filed under Sports, Winter Sports

The Benilde-St. Margaret’s Red Knights defeated former North Suburban Conference rivals Totino-Grace 7-4 at home on Tuesday, February 12. On top of being the final home game of the regular season, it was senior night at the SLP Rec Center, and the Red Knights’ seniors were given royal treatment... Read more »

Boys’ hockey wins in close call game against EP

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
February 11, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

In a battle of section 6AA rivals, the Benilde-St. Margaret’s Red Knights defeated the Eden Prairie Eagles 3-2 on Saturday, Feb. 9 in nail-biting fashion. Senior Chris Hickock scored 7:16 into the first period as he tipped a pass from junior Spencer Naas over Eagles goaltender Jake Gerdes. BSM added... Read more »

IBA provides students with fun, popular after school activity

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
February 8, 2013
Filed under Student Life, Top Stories

Walk into the Haben Center on any given Tuesday or Friday afternoon in the winter and you’ll find a sea of students participating in one of the most popular activities at Benilde-St. Margaret’s: Intramural Basketball. Donning a variety of NBA and college basketball jerseys, teachers and students... Read more »

Boys’ hockey edges St. Francis

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
February 7, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

Coming off a monumental win against perennial hockey powerhouse Shattuck-St. Mary’s, the Red Knights were back in action Thursday, February 7th against the St. Francis Fighting Saints. In a closer game than most expected, BSM left East Bethel Ice Arena with a 7-4 victory under their belts. Junior Spencer... Read more »

Senior boys create fantasy high school hockey league

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
February 7, 2013
Filed under Editor's Picks, Student Life, Top Stories

Minneapolis Novas forward Henry Christman scored four goals against Becker/Big Lake on January 15, and senior Tommy Sprenger was psyched. There’s a very good reason Sprenger, a passionate high-school hockey fan and devoted team owner, would be thrilled at the news of success from a player from a different... Read more »

Red Knights defeat Holy Family

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
February 2, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

In a Catholic school showdown featuring two of the state’s top players, the Red Knights came out on top of the Fire in a 7-5 offensive fueled matchup. Holy Family’s Shane Gersich, who verbally committed to play college hockey at the University of North Dakota earlier this year, is the one of the... Read more »

Road trip to Rochester brings boys’ hockey success

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
January 28, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

The Benilde-St. Margaret’s Red Knights traveled south to Graham Arena in Rochester on Saturday, January 26th to face the Rochester Lourdes Eagles. Coming off a lopsided victory over Elk River/Zimmerman, the Red Knights seemed to come into the game a bit overconfident, but eventually grinded out a 6-1... Read more »

Hockey Day MN: Boys fall to Grand Rapids in freezing weather

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
January 24, 2013
Filed under Editor's Picks, Top Stories, Winter Sports

On Saturday, January 19, hockey fanatics around the state woke up to their favorite holiday of the year, an almost religious celebration for these zealots: Hockey Day Minnesota. The sport these fanatics so deeply connect with is televised all day, ranging from high school hockey to the NHL. Thirty-five... Read more »

Boys’ hockey defeats Elk River/Zimmerman

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
January 24, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

In their second meeting of the season, the Red Knights anticipated another close game with the top-20 ranked Elks. The game did not meet expectations, as Benilde-St. Margaret’s outskated, outhustled, and outscored Elk River en route to a 9-1 victory. Junior Evan Fleming gave the Red Knights a 1-0... Read more »

Red Knights fly high on the fan and title favorite SLP Flyers

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
January 22, 2013
Filed under Sports, Top Stories

On a chilly Thursday night in December, Benilde-St. Margaret’s boys’ hockey fans packed the stands of the west rink at St. Louis Park Rec Center for the home opener against the Burnsville Blaze. The 2,000 seat rink was nearly at capacity, and the arena was filled with red and white sweatshirts, student... Read more »

Red Knights dominate Rochester Century

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
January 19, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

The Rochester Century Panthers traveled north to the St. Louis Park Rec Center on Thursday, January 17th to eventually fall to the Red Knights 11-0. Senior goaltender Paul Lundberg got his first start of the year and recorded a shutout, stopping all 8 shots he faced. Senior captain Dan Labosky got five... Read more »

Boys’ hockey defeats Moundsview

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
January 16, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

The Benilde-St. Margaret’s Red Knights have shown their ability to dismantle weaker teams this year with blowout victories over Moorhead, Holy Angels, and Lakeville North. On Tuesday, January 15, as BSM faced off against the 17-ranked Mounds View Mustangs, the result was no different. The Red Knights... Read more »

BSM falls in championship for the second consecutive year

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
January 9, 2013
Filed under Sports, Winter Sports

In one of the most highly competitive tournaments in the state, the BSM Red Knights were able to make their way to the championship game of the Sports Authority Holiday Classic, but eventually fell to section 6AA rival Wayzata. In the opening game of the tournament on Dec. 27, the Red Knights faced... Read more »

Red Knights get revenge versus Trojans

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
January 4, 2013
Filed under Sports

A stunned Red Knights team sulked into the locker room. They had just lost to section 6AA rival Wayzata 7-1 at home, and on top of being thoroughly outplayed, they were equally embarrassed. Now, as they would face off against the Trojans for the second time in just as many games, there was more on the... Read more »

Boys’ hockey beats Hibbing, continues string of away victories

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
December 23, 2012
Filed under Sports Briefs

The Red Knights marched into the Hibbing Memorial Ice Arena on Saturday, Dec 22, and dominated the inferior Hibbing team in an 8-0 victory. Junior Nate Meyer scored two goals, leading BSM to its fifth straight road victory. Grant Besse had two goals in the game as well, and senior goaltenders Andrew... Read more »

Boys’ hockey take down Marshall Hilltoppers

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
December 22, 2012
Filed under Sports Briefs

The Benilde-St. Margaret’s first line was too much to handle for the Duluth Marshall Hilltoppers on Friday, December 21, exiting the rink with a 6-1 victory. Red Knights goaltender Andrew Sprang made 37 saves for the night in another impressive performance. It didn’t take long for senior Grant... Read more »

Boys’ hockey avenges previous losses against the Crimson

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
December 17, 2012
Filed under Sports Briefs

Last year, the Benilde-St. Margaret’s boys’ hockey team fell twice to the Maple Grove Crimson. On Monday, December 17, they avenged those two losses by defeating the Crimson 5-1, showcasing their powerful top line. Spencer Naas scored the first goal of the game 4:24 into the first period when... Read more »

Blaine slips past Red Knights

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
December 16, 2012
Filed under Sports Briefs

The horn sounded, and the Blaine Bengals stormed the ice after upsetting fourth-ranked Benilde-St. Margaret’s 6-5, handing the Red Knights their second consecutive home loss. In another high-scoring game, the Red Knights were not able to pull out the win after giving up six goals and being shut down... Read more »

Boys’ hockey dominates Holy Angels

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
December 14, 2012
Filed under Sports Briefs

Coming off a disappointing loss to Hill-Murray, the boys’ hockey team rebounded strongly, dominating the Holy Angels Stars en route to a 11-1 victory. Controlling the play, the Red Knights easily shut down the Stars on both sides of the puck. Coming off a close but well-played loss to Eden Prairie,... Read more »

Boys’ hockey falls in rematch of State championship

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
December 10, 2012
Filed under Sports, Top Stories, Winter Sports

The Hill-Murray Pioneers walked into the St. Louis Park Rec Center on Saturday, December 8 with a will for revenge. Nearly nine months after losing the class 2A state title game to the Benilde-St. Margaret’s Red Knights, the Pioneers were looking for retribution. And boy, did they get it. With the... Read more »

Boys’ hockey defeats Burnsville after strong second period

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
December 6, 2012
Filed under Sports Briefs, Top Stories

The high scoring Benilde-St. Margaret’s Red Knights were back at it on Thursday, December 6, defeating the Burnsville Blaze 7-4. The St. Louis Park Rec Center was packed as the team is coming off last year’s state championship, and this was their first game back in the metro. The Blaze looked... Read more »

Roller backpack: social suicide

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
December 4, 2012
Filed under Humor

As I walk into school the first day returning from back surgery, I receive odd glances from girls and boys alike, all grades included. The lone seventh grade girl stares, then proceeds to laugh, stinging me like a bullet shot right through my stomach. I look normal, though: I don’t have anything... Read more »

Boys’ hockey overpowers Moorhead to open season

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
December 3, 2012
Filed under Sports, Sports Briefs, Winter Sports

The boys’ hockey team started their season up in Moorhead, defeating the Spuds with a dominating performance by a 6-1 margin. Defending a state championship this past March, the Red Knights are the number one ranked team in the state in “Let’s Play Hockey’s” pre-season rankings. The scoring... Read more »

“Life of Pi” is captivating yet bland

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
November 30, 2012
Filed under A&E, Movie Reviews, Top Stories

Academy Award winning director Ang Lee released his 2012 film, “Life of Pi” over the Thanksgiving weekend, dazzling audiences with incredible scenery and visual elements, but lacking in action, as the story was somewhat bland. Based on the 2001 adventure novel by Yann Martel, the film follows... Read more »

Right choice to elect Obama

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
November 9, 2012
Filed under Opinions

As CNN officially projected that President Barack Obama would be elected to a second term Tuesday night, I confidently felt that the nation could continue on its path forward. These last four years have not been a breeze in any sense. The economy is moving forward, slowly but surely, and have no doubts:... Read more »

“The Heist” raises standards with original and impressive tracks

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
October 16, 2012
Filed under A&E, Music Reviews, Top Stories

Within hours of being released, Macklemore and Ryan Lewis’ first full album, “The Heist” topped the iTunes top albums chart with deep lyrics and original, catchy beats. Seattle rapper, Macklemore, and producer, Ryan Lewis, have already teamed up to create a number of successful mixtapes, and together... Read more »

Barbara Coloroso speaks to students, faculty, parents

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
October 5, 2012
Filed under News, Top Stories

On Wednesday Oct. 3, Barbara Coloroso, a well-known speaker who performs lectures on bullying, came to the Great Hall to speak to students from all grades. The BSM administration chose Mrs. Coloroso, who has appeared on Oprah, CBS, NBC, CNN, and NPR, to come speak to students, teachers, and parents... Read more »

NHL players practice at the St. Louis Park Rec Center

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
October 3, 2012
Filed under News, Top Stories

About 40 NHL players grace the ice at the St. Louis Park Recreation Center four times a week this fall participating in a pro hockey camp. Led by an agency called “Octagon,” this camp attracts players from all around the NHL in different cities around the league. The Minnesota-based camp, held... Read more »

Confessions of a male “gleek”

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
October 2, 2012
Filed under Humor, Top Stories

Like many of the girls at my school, I spend my Thursday nights with my butt glued to the couch watching Fox from 8-9 PM. Now I know what you’re thinking: “Will, you’re so manly and athletic, I would have never thought you watched ‘Glee.'” Well, that’s just what makes me such a well-rounded... Read more »

Rant: Raves

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
October 1, 2012
Filed under Rants & Raves

As I walk into the abandoned warehouse in Orono, I once again realize why I hate dances. The cool kids call these parties “raves,” and they consist of flashing neon lights which produce migraines within minutes, music so loud it can burst an eardrum, and hundreds of teenagers grinding in a mosh pit... Read more »

Voter ID amendment will limit citizens’ rights

Anna McCloskey and Will Jarvis
October 1, 2012
Filed under Opinions

At first glance, the voter ID amendment seems like a no brainer. The government requires identification for plenty of other things – like driving and buying alcohol – so why shouldn’t we have to provide identification to vote? But the flaws do not come to the surface until the amendment is examined... Read more »

Math teacher employs standing desks in classroom

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
September 27, 2012
Filed under News Briefs

On Tuesday, Sept. 18, math teacher Mrs. Rosalie Goldberg received three standing desks for use in her classes. These desks, purchased by the school, have been shown to aid in the students’ learning. Although Mrs. Goldberg has been aware of these learning tools for quite some time, it wasn’t until... Read more »

EA Sports’ NHL 13 is a worthwhile franchise edition

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
September 27, 2012
Filed under A&E, Digital Life, Video Game Reviews

On September 11, NHL 13 was released as the twenty-second installment of EA Sports’ hockey video game franchise, filling the void that the real NHL lockout has left. With new game modes such as “NHL Moments Live” and “GM Connected,” it builds on NHL 12, and creates the best edition of the series... Read more »

Girls’ soccer remains undefeated after beating Robbinsdale Cooper

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
September 22, 2012
Filed under Sports Briefs

On Thursday, September 20, the girls’ soccer team scored six goals against Robbinsdale Cooper for a dominating conference win. With a hat trick from senior Maria Michels and other goals from team leaders such as junior Kelly Pannek and senior captain Anne Arnason, the girls had no trouble in their... Read more »

NSC student athletes attend leadership seminar at BSM

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
September 15, 2012
Filed under News Briefs

Thursday, September 13, student-athletes from schools in the North Suburban Conference gathered in the Benilde-St. Margaret’s Great Hall to attend a sports leadership seminar. These athletes, chosen by coaches and athletic directors from their schools, took part in a day-long workshop which stressed... Read more »

Five stages of grief from homecoming denial

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
September 13, 2012
Filed under Humor, Top Stories

Well guys, it’s that time of year again. The temperature is dropping, the leaves are falling, and many beautiful, single girls just happen to need a date to the Homecoming dance. If you’re anything like myself, the Cinderella slipper doesn’t ever seem to fit when you enter these awkward male-female... Read more »

Paul Ryan’s pants are on fire

Will Jarvis, Staff Writer
September 13, 2012
Filed under Opinions

If you were to ask a marathon runner their last time, they could tell you in an instant without hesitation. For these elite athletes that spend countless hours training for this monumental task, running a marathon is their Super Bowl. So when Paul Ryan told his audience in Tampa a few weeks ago that... Read more »