Student council elections plagued with rumors of cheating

May 22, 2013

Hannah Scherer, Staff Writer

Although Student Council elections have publicly remained without cheating in the past, rumors sprung up during last week’s class board elections that there may have been voting problems, or cheating, with SurveyMonkey when students voted on who would be Executive Board officers for the 2013-2014 school year. Despite the elections for executive board, junior class board, and sophomore class board being done over the online feature Surveymonkey, senior class board was later chosen by paper ballot, with the rising seniors, personally checking off their choices for president, vice-president, treasurer, and secretary. “Ms. O'Keefe wanted to do it the paper ballot way to personally oversee... Continue Reading

Senior named All-American wrestler

Oftedahl won 1st place at the state wrestling tournament earlier this year. (courtesy of BSM wrestling)

Senior named All-American wrestler

May 25, 2013

Mary Pat Ross, Staff Writer

It’s been a successful season for senior wrestler Jarred Oftedahl. In addition to earning a state title this year at the 113-pound weight class, he has been named as one of five All-American wrestlers in the state of Minnesota. To be named an All-American wrestler one must finish in places first through sixth at the Greco-Roman Championship. In Oftedahl’s... Continue Reading

New gun control measures need to ensure a safer society

May 20, 2013

Molly Eldevik and Sarah Karels

Following the horrific violence seen at Sandy Hook elementary, a shooting that killed 20 children and six educators, support for gun control measures soared. Up to 60 percent of the country supported revising gun control laws, and up to 90 percent supported universal background checks. However, five months and several shootings later, support has waned substantially. Politico stated that now only 49% of the public supports new laws. Why is it that after our country experiences tragedies such as these we only keep our attention to reform in the immediate wake? According to Mother Jones, “25 mass shootings have occurred since 2006, and seven of them took place in 2012.” In fact, the... Continue Reading

Apotheosis showcases BSM’s most talented artists

Seniors Archie Boyle and Ben Clark sell Apotheosis magazines in the main lobby before school. (Chris Bell)

Apotheosis showcases BSM’s most talented artists

May 21, 2013

Natalie Chevalier, Staff Writer

With the wide range of art and English classes offered at Benilde-St. Margaret’s, such as creative writing, digital photography, and painting, many students create brilliant pieces of art and writing that aren’t always recognized. However, Apotheosis makes it possible for skillful students to exhibit their work in the annual BSM literary arts magazine.... Continue Reading

Summertime activities abound in the Twin Cities

The Tough Mudder course is one of the many fun pastimes available this summer. (courtesy of Tough Mudder)

Summertime activities abound in the Twin Cities

May 22, 2013

Sofie Madden, Sophie Ronning, and Kate Whitney

Boating on the St. Croix River The St. Croix River is an excellent place to spend quality time with family and friends. Boating season begins in early May and ends in late October. Starting at Taylor Falls, people can launch their boat at Interstate Park and travel down to Osceola or William O’Brien State Park. The journey can last anywhere from... Continue Reading

SportDateTimeOpponentLocation
Boys LacrosseTue, May 28 12:00Section OpponentsTBD
Girls LacrosseTue, May 28 TBDTBA (Sections)TBD
Boys GolfTue, May 28 12:00TBAThe Wilds Golf Course
Boys TennisTue, May 28 8:00Section Singles/Doubles OpponentsBaseline Tennis Center
Boys TrackTue, May 28 TBDSection OpponentsRobbinsdale Cooper High School
Girls TrackTue, May 28 TBDSection OpponentsRobbinsdale Cooper High School
Boys GolfWed, May 29 8:00Section OpponentsRidges at Sand Creek
Girls GolfWed, May 29 TBDSection OpponentsRidges at Sand Creek
Boys TrackFri, Jun 07 TBDTBA (State)Hamline University
Girls TrackFri, Jun 07 TBDTBA (State)Hamline University
Boys LacrosseTue, Jun 11 TBDState OpponentsChanhassen High School
Click on any sport above to see a full schedule for that sport.
SportDateOpponentResultW/L
BaseballWed, May 22 Bloomington JeffersonCANCEL
Boys LacrosseTue, May 21 Totino-Grace7-13L
BaseballMon, May 20 Holy Angels5-0 Read StoryW
Boys LacrosseSat, May 18 Minnetonka4-11 Read StoryL
BaseballFri, May 17 Irondale3-0 Read StoryW
BaseballWed, May 15 Totino-Grace2-8 Read StoryL
Boys LacrosseTue, May 14 Holy Angels10-7 Read StoryW
BaseballMon, May 13 Robbinsdale Cooper6-5 Read StoryW
BaseballSat, May 11 Cretin-Derham Hall1-11 Read StoryL
BaseballSat, May 11 North Branch7-5 Read StoryW
BaseballFri, May 10 Spring Lake Park6-5 Read StoryW
Boys LacrosseThu, May 09 Robbinsdale Cooper18-2W
Click on any sport above to see a full schedule for that sport.

Red Knights split doubleheader with rival St. Louis Park

Andrew Birkeland
April 30, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

The Red Knights returned to action with a home-and-home doubleheader against rival St. Louis Park with the Red Knights winning game one 4-3 but then falling to the Orioles 9-4 in the second game. In the first game, the Orioles scored all three of their runs in the third inning but the Red Knights countered... Read more »

Boys’ golf opens season with third place finish

Aidan O'Driscoll, Staff Writer
April 30, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

The boys' varsity golf team competed in their first match of the year at Bunker Hills on Monday, April 29. The team finished third in a match against all of the teams in the conference. Out of the eleven teams competing in the match, BSM came in third. They were beaten by Spring Lake Park and Totino... Read more »

Red Knights defeat Eagles in overtime

Will Jarvis
April 29, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

Following a close win against Mahtomedi, the Benilde-St. Margaret’s lacrosse team managed to pull off a 8-7 overtime victory to even their season record at 2-2. Apple Valley goalie Max Chlan made 14 saves in the game, but his efforts could not lead the Eagles to a win, as Red Knight senior Rob Lance... Read more »

Baseball sweeps doubleheader

Andrew Birkeland, Staff Writer
April 29, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

After three weeks of waiting to play another game, the Red Knights returned to action, sweeping a doubleheader against Totino-Grace and Duluth Denfeld. Against Totino-Grace, the Red Knights were held to only two hits, but a strong complete game by junior Jimmy Cron led the Red Knights to a 3-1 victory.... 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 »

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 »

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 »

Red Knight baseball shutout in season opener

Andrew Birkeland, Staff Writer
April 12, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

The Red Knights began the 2013 baseball season taking on section opponent Hopkins, but five errors proved costly as the Red Knights were defeated 11-0 in five innings. Due to poor weather conditions the game was played at the Metrodome. The Red Knights were unable to capitalize on a first inning scoring... Read more »

Spring Preview: Baseball

Emma Zamec and Taylor Rogers
April 9, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

Although they lost a good group of seniors at key positions like pitcher and outfield, the BSM baseball team plans on staying competitive and determined this season. With junior captain Keaton Studsrud, a shortstop, and senior outfielder Daniel Labosky being a role model of the team this year, they hope... Read more »

Spring Preview: Girls’ Softball

Adam Bilski, Staff Writer
April 9, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

Softball looks to have a strong season with many returning varsity players and a lot of young talent. With one of the toughest sections to come out of, the girls will practice hard as they will attempt to make their way to the State Championship. Junior captains Molly Kopp and Abby Miller will lead the... Read more »