Irondale spoils Red Knights’ Homecoming

Andrew Birkeland, Staff Writer
September 30, 2012
Filed under Fall Sports, Sports, Top Stories

The Irondale Knights spoiled Benilde-St. Margaret’s homecoming football game in a 20-14 win on Friday, September 28. Irondale’s defense and big plays were key in their victory over the Red Knights. Irondale started the scoring with a thrilling 66 yard run from senior quarterback Justus Canfield.... Read more »

Girls’ swim and dive looks to large, determined team for successful season

Kathleen Meskill and Eric Wagner
September 27, 2012
Filed under Fall Sports, Sports

After finishing second in conference championships last season, the girls' swimming and diving team looks to improve this year and ultimately win the North Suburban Conference title. After losing only one senior from last season, the swim team maintains a high caliber group of upperclassmen. “I... Read more »

Cross country team benefitted by young, consistent talent

Thomas Muenzberg, Staff Writer
September 19, 2012
Filed under Fall Sports, Sports

After losing several impactful seniors last year, the cross country team, led by talented juniors and sophomores, looks to continue their success as they approach the middle of the season. With two top five finishes in their first three meets, they already look to be in midseason form. Although they... Read more »

Football team looks forward to successful season despite early setbacks

Stephen Jacobs and Adam Bilski
September 19, 2012
Filed under Fall Sports, Sports

Equipped with a new offensive lineup, a strong defense, and dedicated fan support, the football team looks to compete for a title in what should be an exciting season. The team plays in the North Suburban Conference, which Columbia Heights left this year and Totino Grace left last year, creating space... Read more »

Girls’ soccer hopes for another run at the state title

Emma Zamec, Staff Writer
September 19, 2012
Filed under Fall Sports, Sports

With an undefeated season and a run at the state championship last year, the girls’ soccer team is ready to take the field with new determination for the 2012 season. They have one outcome in mind: winning state. Although a few key seniors graduated last year, it shouldn’t affect the team’s... Read more »

Volleyball gets its first home court win against SLP Panthers

Kathryn Browne, Staff Writer
September 19, 2012
Filed under Fall Sports, Sports

The Red Knights swept the Spring Lake Park Panthers in three straight sets for their first win at home. Throughout the entire first set the score was close, but with a few aces from various players and kills from senior captain Sara Taffe, the Red Knights pushed for the win. The set went into extra points,... Read more »

Girls’ soccer dominates Fridley Tigers

Aidan O'Driscoll, Staff Writer
September 18, 2012
Filed under Fall Sports, Sports

On Tuesday, September 18, the BSM Girls’ soccer team produced a dominating performance and coasted to an easy 10-0 win against the Fridley Tigers. The girls’ team is undefeated at the midway point of the season with eight wins and one tie. The team’s aggressive attacking play and hard fought defense... Read more »

Red Knights lose to Fridley Tigers in first away game

Andrew Birkeland, Staff Writer
September 15, 2012
Filed under Fall Sports, Sports, Top Stories

The Red Knights’ first away game of the 2012 season did not go as planned as they suffered a 51-21 loss to the Fridley Tigers on Friday, September 14. The Tigers’ speed and timely big plays prevented the Red Knights from getting back into the game and gaining positive momentum. The Red Knights... Read more »

Boys’ soccer ties Chisago Lakes in away game

Grace Coughlin, Staff Writer
September 12, 2012
Filed under Fall Sports, Sports, Sports Briefs

Boys’ soccer traveled to Chisago Lakes Tuesday, September 11 to face the Wildcats and ended up tying 2-2. The match was closer than expected, going into two overtimes. BSM kept possession of the ball for much of the game, keeping most of the play in the Wildcats’ defending half. Key players in the... Read more »

Girls’ soccer secures fifth win of the season

Grace Coughlin, Staff Writer
September 12, 2012
Filed under Fall Sports, Sports, Sports Briefs

Girls’ soccer traveled to battle the Chisago Lakes Wildcats September 11, coming out of the trip with their fifth win of the season thus far. The Red Knights started strong controlling ball possession and giving up zero shots on goal, however they were unlucky on the offensive end. Eventually, senior... Read more »