Religion teacher to enter seminary at University of Notre Dame

June 6, 2013

Mary Pat Ross, Staff Writer

After much thought and consideration, religion teacher Joe Pedersen has announced his decision to enter the seminary. Pedersen will depart for Notre Dame Seminary next fall. Entering the seminary is not something Pedersen has always planned on doing. “During college I was introduced to a lot of great priests, and they showed me how good and happy that life can be. I have been thinking about it since then, but through my prayer and discernment I have come to believe that I need to explore that possibility now,” Pedersen said. As of right now, he has not made a definite decision to enter the priesthood. Pedersen hopes to discern God’s plan for him. “I wouldn’t go to the... Continue Reading

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Five student athletes drafted by the United States Hockey League

Recent graduate TJ Moore is expected to play for the Waterloo Black Hawks in the upcoming season. (Carson Mark)

Five student athletes drafted by the United States Hockey League

June 6, 2013

Thomas Muenzberg, Staff Writer

Five Benilde-St. Margaret’s student athletes were drafted in the 2013 United States Hockey League draft. Sophomores Ben Newhouse and Chase Jungels, senior TJ Moore, as well as juniors Jack Jablonski and Spencer Naas were drafted throughout the two day draft. Ben Newhouse was drafted 72nd overall in the fifth round of the USHL draft by the Waterloo... Continue Reading

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Amidst scandal, IRS needs to re-consider non-profit qualifications

June 4, 2013

Molly Eldvick, Staff Writer

This past May, the IRS came clean about their thorough scrutiny towards the Tea Party and affiliated conservative groups. Speculation surrounding this scandal has developed since prior to the 2012 election, raising suspicions as to who was to blame for the inquiries. However, in manipulating this IRS scandal into a conspiracy theory centered on President Obama we have lost focus of the true issue at hand: organizations unrelated to social welfare that are receiving tax-exempt status. Let me start by saying that it is the IRS’ responsibility to remain politically neutral; they did something illegal and must face due consequences. Their actions alone warrant public scrutiny, but the substance... Continue Reading

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Senior pursues passion for making and producing music

June 6, 2013

Laura Lyon, Staff Writer

Senior Thomas Gorrilla's strong passion for music make him place a great importance on it in his life. Gorilla is involved in creating music in a workspace that he created himself. He used his closet to set up a “recording studio”, per say, in which he writes, raps, sings, and creates his own beats. Gorilla began his musical pursuit during his sophomore year, when he created a music video as a joke. After his friend commented on how impressive it turned out to be, he was inspired to begin playing around with GarageBand on his Mac computer, creating remixes of songs. “It’s a good way to get emotions out,” Gorilla said. Although Gorilla has a strong passion for music, he is a dedicated... Continue Reading

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The best of the Twin Cities’ ice cream shops prepare for a delicious summer

Adele's unique and secret custard recipe sets them apart from traditional ice cream shops. (Grace Moran)

The best of the Twin Cities’ ice cream shops prepare for a delicious summer

June 6, 2013

Grace Moran, Staff Writer

Sebastian Joe’s Sebastian Joe’s, another of Minnesota’s nationally recognized best ice cream shops, can be found in the heart of Minneapolis and Uptown. Created by brothers Tim, Todd, and Michael in 1984, Sebastian Joe’s—named after their late grandfather Sebastiano or “Joe”— has been family owned since its origins and pushes for excellence... Continue Reading

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Knight Errant > Isaiah Zierden

Washburn upsets boys’ basketball in section finals

Matt Muenzberg, Sports Editor
March 15, 2012
Filed under Winter Sports

For the second straight year, the boys’ basketball was upset in the section finals. This time, it was the Washburn Millers playing spoiler, beating BSM 71-66 on Thursday, March 15 at Chanhassen High School. BSM, the top seed in the section and the consensus number one team in class AAA all season,... Read more »

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Boys’ basketball cruises by Cooper

David Nelson, Staff Writer
February 25, 2012
Filed under Sports Briefs

The boys’ basketball team maintained its unbeaten record and extended its winning streak to 22 games when they beat Robbinsdale Cooper 97-56 on Friday, Feb. 24. The Red Knights pushed the tempo early, which helped them build a ten point lead quickly in the game. BSM dominated in the paint, led by senior... Read more »

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Boys’ basketball breaks 100 points, extends winning streak to 20

Chris Bell, Staff Writer
February 17, 2012
Filed under Sports Briefs

The boys’ basketball team broke the century mark for the first time all season in their 103-89 victory over Irondale on Friday, Feb 17, extending their winning streak to 20 games. The Red Knights started strong, leading 53-38 at halftime. Although Irondale outscored BSM in the second half, the deficit... Read more »

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Double threat of Lumpkin and Zierden too much for Hylanders

Chris Bell, Staff Writer
February 16, 2012
Filed under Sports Briefs

Although it was Valentines Day, the boy’s basketball team wasn’t feeling so loving as they handled Columbia Heights by the score of 69-46. The Red Knights came out slow, facing a box and one defense, as the Hylanders attempted to slow down senior guard Isaiah Zierden. The Hylanders attempt to control... Read more »

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Zierden hits seven three-pointers against Orioles

Chris Bell, Staff Writer
February 10, 2012
Filed under Sports Briefs

The boys’ basketball team stayed undefeated in conference play by beating their crosstown rival, St. Louis Park, in convincing fashion, 75-48, on Thursday, Feb. 9. Throughout the first half, the Orioles were in the game, staying within six points of the Red Knights. This fueled the upset minded Orioles’... Read more »

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Boys’ basketball escapes the island with one point win

Chris Bell, Staff Writer
February 8, 2012
Filed under Winter Sports

The top-ranked boys’ basketball team pulled out yet another close win over their rivals, the DeLaSalle Islanders, by the score of 60-59. The overflowing gym at DeLaSalle created a hostile environment towards the Red Knights. The game was close throughout, with both teams trading baskets, but the... Read more »

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Lumpkin’s layup helps boys’ basketball avoid upset

Lumpkin’s layup helps boys’ basketball avoid upset

Matt Muenzberg, Sports Editor
February 3, 2012
Filed under Top Stories, Winter Sports

“Don’t miss.” That was the thought that ran through the head of senior forward Sanjay Lumpkin when he got the ball under the basket unguarded with three seconds left in the game. Lumpkin made the layup, giving the top ranked boys’ basketball team a 67-65 win over number two Spring Lake Park. “We... Read more »

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Boys’ basketball gives up just 21 points in victory

Chris Bell, Staff Writer
January 29, 2012
Filed under Sports Briefs

The boys’ basketball team jumped out to an early 15-2 lead, setting the tone for their 82-21 blowout of North Branch on Saturday, Jan 28. The Red Knights stifling defense held the Vikings to 11 points in the first half and 10 points in the second. Despite only playing in the first half, senior guards... Read more »

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Boys’ basketball beats rival Totino-Grace

Nicole Sarquis, Staff Writer
January 21, 2012
Filed under Sports Briefs

The boys' basketball team pulled out a victory over rival Totino-Grace on Friday, December 20 by a score of 93-68. The Red Knights took a successful lead of 15 points going into the half. Senior point guard Isiah Zierden and Sanjay Lumpkin both came out with a total of 22 points in the game.

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Boys’ basketball upsets top-ranked Royals

David Nelson, Staff Writer
December 21, 2011
Filed under Winter Sports

Only a season ago, the Benilde-St. Margaret’s boys’ basketball team was shell-shocked by the Hopkins Royals in a game that ended 99-65. With so many key players lost after last season, some students believed this game could be more of the same. They couldn’t have been more wrong. The Haben Center... Read more »

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