Volume 52, Issue 6 March 2012
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Quick and Easy Better Choices
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Kelley Klunker
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Spring Into Fashion
NEWS
Healthy Snacks: Quick and easy better choices Strawberry & Cream Cheese Sandwich
BY DANIELLE ARQUISOLA Breezeway Staff Writer Watermelon Salsa Ingredients 3 cups finely diced seedless watermelon 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced 1/2 cup chopped cilantro 1/4 cup lime juice 1/4 cup minced red onion 1/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Place watermelon, jalapenos, cilantro, lime juice, and oinion in a medium bowl, or hollowed out watermelon. Stir well to combine. Season with salt. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
Ingredients 1 tablesppon reduced-fat cream cheese 1/4 teaspoon honey 1/8 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest 2 slices very thin whole-wheat sandwich bread 2 medium strawberries sliced Preparation Combine cream cheese, honey and orange zest in a bowl. Spread bread with the cheese mixture. Place sliced strawberries on 1 piece of bread, top with the other.
Baby Tiramisu
Turkey Rollups Ingredients 4 slices deli turkey breast 8 teaspoons honey mustard, or mango chutney Freshly ground pepper 8 sesame breadsticks Preparation Spread each slice of turkey with 2 teaspoons mustard (or mango chutney) and season with pepper. Wrap each prepared turkey slice around 2 breadsticks.
Ingredients 1/2 cup nonfat ricotta cheese 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon 12 ladyfingers 4 tablespoons brewed espresso or strong coffee 2 tablespoons bittersweet chocolate chips, melted Preparation 1. Combine ricotta, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon in a medium bowl. 2. Place 6 ladyfingers in a 9-by-5 inch loaf pan. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons espresso. Spread the ricotta mixture over the lady fingers. Place another layer of ladyfingers over the ricotta and drizlle with the remaining 2 tablespoons espresso. Drizzle with melted chocolate. Refrigerate until the chocolate is set, about 30 mintues.
Mango Strawberry Banana Smoothie Ingredients Bottom layer 1 mango, peeled, pitted and chopped 1/2 cup orange juice 1 tablespoon lime juice 2 tablespoons honey 3 medium ice cubes Top layer 1 banana, chopped, 10 strawberries, cut in half 1 tablespoon lime juice 3 medium ice cubes Preparation In a blender, puree the mango, orange juice, lime juice, honey and ice cubes, until smooth, and divide among two 8 oz glasses and set aside. Rinse blender, then puree banana, strawberries, lemon juice, and ice cubes, until smooth, and gently pour into glasses while trying to maintain a line separating the layers.
BK’s 600-year-old Weather Machine Predicts No Snow BY BRIN BEDWELL
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Breezeway Staff Writer
As he teaches an AP Chemistry class, Mr. Arenson is always on the lookout for trouble.
The time is the early 1400’s, in a never-discovered location in Europe; a great prophet was about to be born. Mr. Brian Arenson, for as long as he can remember, has had the ability to predict the weather. This gift has allowed Mr. Arenson to prophesy snow days that Bishop Kelley will have. “For Bishop Kelley, I’ve been making predictions for 30 years,” he stated. However, in the 600 years he has been alive, Bishop Kelley hasn’t been the only gig he’s ever had. “I’ve been making predictions for the world in general for about 428 years.” As students who have had Mr. Arenson in class know, he has predicted that Bishop Kelley will have no snow days this year; however, the year has yet to come to an end, and there is still a chance for Mother Nature to interfere. Nevertheless, Mr. Arenson isn’t worried about his predictions proving false. Mr. Arenson denies
any comment stating that he has ever been wrong. “As far as I can remember, now I’m old so my memory isn’t what it used to be, but as far as I can remember, I’ve never made a mistake – I let my record speak for itself,” he said. “If I am wrong, I’d be angry. If I were wrong, then me and Mother Nature would have a problem, and when Mother Nature and I have a problem, there’s usually a tornado or a hurricane.” However, being the caring spirit that he is, Mr. Arenson feels as though this world has been through enough traumas. “It’ll be tough to not whup the tar outta Mother Nature, but I’ll try to control my anger so that the world can stay alive a little longer,” he stated. Throughout the entire 600 years of his life, Mr. Arenson has prophesized. However, it has been a stressful life full of stressful jobs, such as being the Boogieman, Tooth Fairy, Vampire Slayer, Santa Claus, and the hardest of all, a science teacher at Bishop Kelley, and Mr. Arenson is getting tired. When death comes knocking on Mr. Arenson’s front door, he will be ready… to whup the tar outta him, too.
A Need for Technology: Teenagers have become attached to their phones BY DANIELLE ARQUISOLA Breezeway Staff Writer An alarm goes off and the first thing that students do is check their cellphone for messages. At school, they are groggy from the Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest filled hours the night before. They get ready for class, taking the necessities out of their bag: books, notes and, of course, the cellphone. And then, they spend some of the class time exchanging texts and updating statuses. With the popularity of smartphones, I believe that more students feel the need to be digitally connected at all times. The constant updates and notifications from Facebook, Twitter, and other social networking sites make it difficult to unplug. In fact, even though a lot of schools don’t allow cellphone use while in class, some can’t help but sneak a casual tweet, status update, or a text message. The amount of time spent on cellphones and on the computer disconnects people from the real world. Phone calls are barely being held because people are texting all the time. The amount of times people text has gotten out of hand. I will be with my friends and they will be texting other friends. Though I find myself getting annoyed with the average teenagers pull towards technology, it would be a lie to say that I am not a part of that group. I am constantly on my iPhone in between group texts and playing Temple Run or Draw Something . This connection with my phone has hindered me from holding conversations with my family and my friends.
“Technology definitely doesn’t help. People get way too wrapped up in things that don’t matter and seem to think that high school is the peak of their lives,” junior Kaitlin Rempe said. Technology seems to take people out of the “real world” by constantly updating them on what is happening. “I think that cellphones are something that teenagers can’t live without because we are always living in the now and technology allows us to be constantly updated on everything that is happening in the world. I use it a lot,” senior Matthew Douglas said. Cellphone use has turned into an “addiction” for some. I think it would be extreme to say that I am addicted, but I use my phone when I’m bored; it’s habitual. With the extremity of technology in this generation, I don’t think teenagers will be able to switch back to times without cell phones. “I don’t think I could live without it,” Douglas said. In contrast with Douglas, Rempe feels that it is possible. “I think that I could live without it! I wouldn’t mind living in a world where the only communication were through letters in the mail,” Rempe said. I would have to agree with Douglas by saying that I doubt that I could live without it. I would love to try it, but I have become too used to my iPhone. However, I do prefer face-to-face interactions. Getting a letter in the mail will always brighten my day a million times more than a text message. Nevertheless, I still receive more texts than mail. I suggest that letters should be written. Text messages can be erased, but letters can be saved and reviewed years later. Here’s a suggestion: write a letter to a friend. I’m sure the smallest message will put a smile on his/her face.
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BY TAYLOR GAJAN Breezeway Staff Writer
n the day of Nov. 19, 2010, a beautiful relationship between Claire Kelley and her car began. This day was the day Claire finally got behind the wheel of her 1995 Blue Chevy Lumina, also known as Shanelle. This car has gone through five kids from the Kelley family. She hasn’t done any damage to it rather than lightly bump into the back of her brother’s car. Although, she said her siblings have put a few scratches before she inherited it. This car has had a lot of issues, but it stuck it out for awhile. “The heat and air barely work. There is no radio,” she said. But that doesn’t bother Claire, she said she likes to “ride in silence.” Other problems include her brakes and windows. “When I break, it makes a weird
clicking noise, and the windows don’t roll down,” Kelley said. The scariest experience she had while driving was when she had to avoid a drunk driver. “I was on the highway; I had to completely turn sideways into another lane because this car was going in the opposite direction,” Kelley said. When describing her relationship with the car, she said that they are “pretty close.” “My friends say it fits me,” she said. When asked how it fits her, she said, “I don’t know I guess they just see me being the one with the clunky old car!” Unfortunately, Claire only has until senior year with Shanelle. “I’m not taking it to college because it will probably break down or die by then,” she said.
NEWS
The Future of Reading: Kindles replace actual books
BY DANIELLE ARQUISOLA Breezeway Staff Writer Let’s be honest, paper books are nice. The smell, the texture, being able to flip back through them when you can’t remember what happened a few chapters ago. Books do have a definite place, but an eReader, particularly the Kindle, can add a new dimension to the reading range. The Kindle can lighten the load. It has a 3,500 books storage capacity and is lightweight; depending on which Kindle you buy, it ranges from 5.98 to 8.7 ounces. Bringing a light Kindle versus a few pounds of books to read can help decrease the luggage weight during travel. “Kindles hold multiple numbers of books big or small. It’s small and light weight which is great for carrying with me everywhere,” senior Miranda Balazentis said. The E Ink screens looks and reads just like real paper. Kindle e-readers’s matte screens reflect light like ordinary paper and use no backlighting. It is easy on the eyes because the E Ink uses actual ink particles to create crisp, print-like text similar to what is seen in a physical book. There are hand-built fonts to take advantage of the special characteristics of the ink to make letters appear clear and sharp. This causes less eye fatigue, reduced glare, and sharp, clear text. “I prefer Kindle over normal books because it is so much easier to read. You can make the words bigger plus there is a percentage for the book to show you how far you are…which is pretty neat!” senior Madi Garcia said. The battery life ranges from one to two months with wireless off or three to five
weeks with wireless on. Versus smartphones that last four to thirteen hours and also laptops that last five to nine hours. “It’s great that the Kindle has such a long battery life compared to my phone that dies halfway through the day,” Balazentis said. Though many students are jumping on the Kindle wagon, there are still some that prefer reading an actual book. “There’s something about holding an actual book that makes reading so much more enjoyable than it would be on a kindle,” senior Katy Sanderlin. English teacher Cynthia Yanik agrees with Sanderlin’s opinion about the Kindle. “I’m not against the Kindle in general. However, I want to be able to share a book that I love with anyone. The notes in a book bring the book to life. I love opening old books that my father wrote in. And also, books have no battery life,” Yanik said. Though Yanik prefers actual books, she says it is possible that she could own a Kindle in the future; however, she has no plans to buy one. Sanderlin does not see herself ever owning a Kindle. “An actual book is your own personal book and you can do what you want with it like bend back the cover, dog ear pages, or write in the margins. Reading all your books on one electronic screen seems detached for me,” Sanderlin said. Though it seems detached for Sanderlin, other students find the Kindle so much more enjoyable. “My two BFF’s have them too! So we can have extremely exclusive Kindle parties,” Garcia said.
Health Care Act Causes Conflict: Catholics concerned for religious freedom
The Affordable Care Act introduced in January 2012 and effective in August 2012 states that since the government Breezeway Staff Writer is funding a health care entity, doctors are required by law to provide whatever health requests an individual asks for, whether it is from medication for a cold, x-rays, or contraceptive services, abortion, sterilization or any other action they believe to be immoral This means that even if Catholic doctors are opposed to these contraceptive services, they must provide it for their patients. Don’t get me wrong, I’m all for people being able to do what they believe, even if I don’t necessarily agree, but when it trumps others religious views then it is no longer okay. The only way that doctors would be able to deny these services is if the patient is also Catholic. According the retired Archbishop of Washington, D.C, Cardinal Theodore McCarrick, “That means we can’t say what we’ve been saying for 200 years, ‘Are you hungry?’ We have to say ‘Are you Catholic?’ And we don’t do that.” The Catholic Church believes life starts at conception, so abortion or any form of contraception would be killing an unborn child. There is hreat controversy on when life actually begins, but Psalms 139:13 says, “You formed my inmost being; you knit me in my mother’s womb.” It doesn’t say, you formed my innermost being; you knit me when I was born. In the article “Life Begins at Conception” by Jon E. Dougherty, He states, “Denying the fact that life begins the moment a female egg is fertilized is sheer lunacy... It is simply a matter of choice that millions of Americans have decided to believe that life only begins when they say it does...” Still though, some don’t agree with this. In the U.S. there is an act protecting endangered bald eagles and other endangered species. It prohibits anyone from messing with any part of the bald eagle, including the eggs in the nest since one day they will hatch to become a bald eagle. The second a bald eagle egg is laid, it’s known that one day it will hatch to become a bald eagle, so why is it any different with the beginning of a human life? Not only does this belief require Catholics to compromise believe, it also contradicts the first amendment. U.S. citizens are granted the right to religious freedom allowing them to practice their beliefs freely. Forcing these doctors to provide this would take away that freedom. It separates the person from religion. It would be like someone going to church on Sunday and practicing the beliefs of the Catholic Church then cutting off all the ties the second they leave.
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BY MADDIE YOUNG
Bishop Kelley High School 3905 South Hudson Avenue Tulsa, Oklahoma 74135 (918) 627-3390 Ext: 174 The Breezeway welcomes letters to the editor. All letters must be signed, but The Breezeway will withhold names upon request. The Breezeway has the right to accept, reject, or edit any letter at any time and will not run personal attacks. Non-bylined editorials are the opinions held by The Breezeway staff but are not necessarily the opinion of the adviser or administrators. The Breezeway provides an open forum for students and staff and strives to present news in an unbiased and timely fashion. The Breezeway has the right to accept, reject, edit, or cancel any advertisement at any time. Ads which the staff accepts are not an endorsement of the paper, the staff, the adviser, or the administrator. Some material is courtesy of American Society of Newspaper Editors/ MCT Campus High School Newspaper Service. Breezeway Staff Maddie Young- Editor-in-Chief Max Sanders- Art Director Danielle Arquisola - Staff Writer Rachel McCrory - Staff Writer Gabe Dowdell - Staff Writer Taylor Gajan - Staff Writer Lauren Wooten - Staff Writer Brin Bedwell - Staff Writer Michael Duke - Staff Writer Maddie Nave - Staff Writer Caleb Cartner - Staff Writer Bailey McBride-Adviser
Cover Photo and Design by Max Sanders
@BKComets
#waymorethansports
BY LAUREN WOOTEN Breezeway Staff Writer Twitter has become one of the most commonly used forms of communication in today’s society. People tweet things to their “followers” such as; what’s on their mind, quotes, and their daily routines. Recently Fr. O’Brien has started to get in on the new trendy ways of communication through twitter. He has created a twitter account for students to follow to keep track of how the school athletics and academics are doing for the students who cannot attend competitions. The creation of @BKComets has changed many of the lives at Bishop Kelley. “It’s really meant for a variety of audiences. Current students are certainly using it to get caught up on scores. Parents and grandparents who can’t come to a game are also making good use of it either through the twitter account or through getting the scores through “Fast Follow”. The other great part of it, which we didn’t anticipate is that news organizations are following us and relying on our Twitter account to get scores. That includes the Tulsa World and many of the TV stations,” Father O’Brien said. Some students say that the tweets are aimed towards things that they don’t necessarily care about and are too frequent, but can be improved, while others say the tweets help them to stay involved in activities they can’t always attend. “The school’s twitter was interesting at first, but then they tweeted way too much so
I un-followed it. It was a good idea, but when I am standing in the bleachers at a football or basketball game, I don’t need texts updating the game, it is really annoying getting a text every five minutes, when I am standing right there witnessing the whole thing,” junior Chrissy Liotta said. Other students are happy with the twitter account and say it keeps them in touch with how their school athletics are doing. “I can’t always find the time to go to school events, but the twitter account keeps me up to date. I like to know how my wrestling team is doing at big tournaments such as Regionals and State when I am not there. I think the account was a really good idea,” senior Jared Upton said. Improvements to the twitter account are what some students are wanting, just to make it that much better for our school community. “It would be more useful if they reminded us about Beans and Jeans and All school Mass,” junior Chrissy Liotta said. There are Bishop Kelley twitter accounts for each grade level. For freshman there is @bkhs2015, sophomore’s @bkhs2014, juniors @bkhs2013, and seniors @bkhs2012. These accounts are a great way to stay up to date with what is going on in your grade. “[We’re] probably not [going to add reminders] to this account (@BKComets). We have other accounts and avenues to get that word out. At this point, we want to build @BKComets and make it the premiere stop for scores and updates for Bishop Kelley sports and activities,” Father O’Brien said.
Faces in the Crowd BK students doing noteworthy activities outside of school BY MICHAEL DUKE, Breezeway Staff Writer
Matthew Hanisch
Many students have hobbies, ranging anywhere from collecting baseball cards to remodeling vintage cars. For some, these hobbies offer opportunities for scholarship and recognition. In November 2011, Keep Oklahoma Beautiful held a video contest to “take action in the fight against litter and illegal dumping in Oklahoma,” according to the contest advertisement. For freshman Matthew Hanisch, an avid video maker, this was an opportunity that he could not let pass. “I really enjoy making movies, and I wanted to do this contest so that I could take my movie making to the next level,” Hanisch said. “In my video, my little brother did a rap about the dangers of littering. It was a lot of fun to make.” The contest has two divisions, a high school division and a college division. The videos needed to be at least 25 seconds long and be completely original ideas. “Over thirty people applied across the state for the high school divison,” Hanisch said. “So far they’ve made the first cut in the judging process and I was announced a finalist.” The winners will be announced as soon as the judging process is finished. Winners will receive $750 and their video will be featured on television as a Public Service Announcement.
Taylor Hahn
The Camino de Santiago, also known as the Way of Saint James, is a series of trails that can begin in Northeast Spain or Paris, France and end in Northwest Spain, spanning nearly 500 miles. Last summer, junior Taylor Hahn and his dad embarked on the journey that has become a pilgrimage for many Christians. “Some people go for an adventure, some to get away from the world, others for an accomplishment, and also for religious reasons. For us, it was a mix of all those reasons,” Hahn said. The men covered 150 miles last summer in 10 days. Plans have already been made to attempt the remaining 350 miles over the next two summers. “What I have loved about it is a closer relationship with my dad and also God,” Hahn said. “I also love that it has gotten me into better shape for cross country!”
Vince Humerickhouse
At Bishop Kelley, twenty of the most traditional sports are offered. For those seeking a sport with a little greater punch, clubs and sports outside of school are the only option. Junior Vince Humerickhouse is fulfilling his thrill by competing in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, a sport that emphasizes the teaching of defense against opponents. “I wanted to learn some self-defense, so I did some research for different places in Tulsa to fight and I found Triton. All of the people there were really supportive, and they made me get hooked!” Humerickhouse said. Humerickhouse recently competed in his first tournament in Oklahoma City, where he placed 3rd in his age division. “Competitions are held about twice a month in the states around Oklahoma. They are very nerve racking,” Humerickhouse said. “As I continue into the future, I would like to become a black belt over time and learn as much as I can.”
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Indie If you like Mumford & Sons you might like...
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Q&A with Nick Clark...
G-Eazy
Q: What would your rapper name be? A: Narkimus Prime Q Who is the all time greatest rap artist? A: 2Pac Q: How long have you been a rap fanatic? A: How long have I been alive? Q: Artist that you like? A: Wiz, 50 cent, Mike Jones, Lil’ B, Jamie Foxx, Petty Pablo, Jay-Z, Big Sean, Tech N9ne. Q: What concerts you’ve been to? A: T-Pain, Luda, Naughty by Nature.
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Rai Knight
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Lana Del Rey Elizabeth Grant or her stage name Lana Del Rey was born in New York City. As a young girl Rey attended a boarding school in Connecticut where she started her early career as a singer. At age 18 she started performing in various clubs. Then at age 20 she got lucky and signed a record deal for ten thousand dollars. But the album she made went south and was forced to try something different. She started doing community service at drug and alcohol rehabilitation and has been her life ever since. A year ago she changed her name to Lana Del Rey and released her top hit Video Games.
Pop If you like Ellie Goulding you might like...
Alex Winston
Originally trained classically in opera, Alex Winston has abandoned that style and moved to indie pop-rock. In 2010, she moved to New York and started working with electronic duo: The Knocks. From then, and into early 2011, she released many tracks including covers by Mumford & Sons and The Rolling Stones. After signing with Island Records mid-2011, she released another single and began work on her first full-length studio album, King Con, which was released Mar. 5.
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Dubstep/Electronica Q&A with Vincent Barone... Q: Who are your favorite artists? A: Deadmau5, Flux Pavilion, Excision, Pretty Lights, Acicii, Daft Punk, Skrillex. Q: What’s so good about electronic music? A: Social music, you don’t have to understand it you just follow where it leads you. Q: Have you been to any concerts? A: Bassnectar, Excision a couple times, Paper Diamond, Pretty Lights. Q: How long have you been a electronic enthusiast? A: Around sophomore year, I used to be a metal head but I got annoyed with it so I switched to Electronica. Q: What would your DJ name be? A: Invincible
Jacob Bradshaw was just your average run of the mill Tulsa teen until he bought he his own DJ equipment and changed his name to Big Jug Doug. The former Union high schooler who now attends college at the University of Oklahoma has built his own DJ business and performs at clubs, school events, and house parties.
Big Jug Doug
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SPORTS
New Golf Facility Opens on Campus BY GABE DOWDELL Breezeway Staff Writer Bishop Kelley has been working on putting a golf facility on campus. Junior golfer Will Murphy said, “The facility contains a six hole green with three teeing areas” and that his favorite part of the new facility is “the 30 yard pitch shot.” Junior golfer Andy Litzinger said that his favorite thing about the new facility is just “the fact that we have a golf facility on campus” because he doesn’t “know of any other high school that does.” Litzinger also said that “it will really help out our golf games and hopefully lead to a state championship.” Murphy also thinks that it will help the golf team a lot this year and thinks that it will especially “help the team’s short game.” Murphy said that Coach Lawhorn has been working on getting this facility for a year, and now Kelley has finally succeeded is getting it. The dedication of the golf facility took place on Friday, March 2. LEFT: Coach Shawn Lawhorn hits a ball into the hole on the new putting green. The new facility was opened March 2. Photo By Katherine Waller
Kelley Track Season Off to Quick Start BY CALEB CARTNER
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Breezeway Staff Writer Like many other sports, this year’s track team will also be competing in the 6A division. Although the division 6A has more competition, most of the athletes are not worried but excited to just get out there and run and prove they are worthy to compete in the division. With new competition coming to the track, practice will become harder and longer. Junior Zach Washington who runs the 4x1 and 4x4 relays and the 100 meter dash says “Personally I just have to train harder on a daily basis and push myself to always get better.” But competing with the best in the state means new opportunities. “It is a chance for us to make a name for ourselves and
to get even better as a team,” Washington says. Sophomore Mary Revard says “I do not really know what to expect but I’m really excited to be part of the track team now.” Senior Tommy Sullivan who runs the 4x1 and the 4x4 relays says, “6A will throw us in the mix with a lot more competitive schools but we practice really hard so I am not worried.” While focusing on his personal goals, he also tries sharing his knowledge with others. “I try to help the newcomers who do not have that much experience at track meets.” Coach Lance Parks does not believe the switch makes a difference. “I feel the move to 6A presents some new challenges for us as a team, but it really does not change our approach.”
Pitch Into 6A BY LAUREN WOOTEN Breezeway Staff Writer Baseball season has officially begun and the players are more confident than ever after last season’s State Championship win. Although they have been moved up to 6A this year, they are very optimistic about this season after their win against Jenks. “I think this season is going to be an eye opener for us all. We will have to push ourselves harder to compete with the bigger teams. After our state championship win last season we are obviously good and we have more team spirit than ever to push us to the 6A state championship,” junior Michael Spencer said. Although the road to the state championships is going to be harder than years before, the baseball team has a lot of senior leadership this year to
help guide the team through the hardships of the season. “This upcoming 6A season will be tougher than our previous 5A seasons, but with the talent on our team this year, we have more than a good chance of getting another ring,” senior John Lynch said. The team won State last year and moved up to 6A this year. The boys are still confident that they will end up at the Championships again this year. Their spirit and determination has been very successful for them in the past. “The journey to 6A this year will definitely bring more competition to the table, but with our talent and team chemistry we should be a hard team to beat,” junior Brett Miles said. After their win against Jenks previously in the season, the boys feel that the jump up to 6A will bring more challenges, but can be done.
“Being in 6A this year will bring a lot more competition, but it will also bring more lime light. We are playing on the biggest stage in high school. I think with our talent and team energy we will be up there with the other big 6A schools,” junior John Bell said. The baseball team has a good record so far and with the help of their senior leaders, being State Champions in 6A this year may be in the road ahead. “I think we are a scrappy, well-rounded group of guys that play well together. There is a lot of senior leadership and we all love the game of baseball. I expect underclassmen like Josh Hassell and Walt Wrona to have big years for the team as well. I think the move up to 6A will be difficult. But in baseball, you play the game rather than the opponent,” senior Keaton Forrest said.
Spirit Squad Seeks New Members BY RACHEL MCCRORY Breezeway Staff Writer March is here and while many students are focusing on Spring Break or March Madness, other Bishop Kelley students are preparing for the 2012 Spirit Squad tryouts. Tryouts will be held March 26-30 in the small gym. “Spirit squad candidates will perform a dance, a cheer, kicks, jumps and tumbling in front of a panel of qualified judges in a closed tryout procedure,” Varsity spirit squad coach Liz Ritchie said. “ All the material will be learned four days before the actual tryout date.” Unlike many other schools, Bishop Kelley does not take a set number of students. “ In the past 10 years we have had from 9-34 students on the varsity squad, the squad is selected by the natural break in scores,” Ritchie said. The specified material is not the only thing one needs to become a varsity spirit squad member. Confidential
teacher evaluations will be distributed to teachers prior to tryouts for teachers to fill out and turn in as they please. “ Teacher evaluations are extremely crucial and are ⅓ of the candidate’s score, we want students who respect and know what Bishop Kelley is all about,” Ritchie said. “The students will be rated in categories based on dependability, attitude, character, and self motivation.” At Bishop Kelley, school is a priority and sports are a privilege; coaches take grades very seriously. “A 2.5 GPA is required to tryout, even though grades are not on the score sheet,” Ritchie said. Every year there is a new focus to broaden the scope of the squad. “This year we are looking for enthusiastic students who have dance, cheer leading, or tumbling talents,” Ritchie said. “Each year we like to have more and more tumbling on the squad.” With tryouts comes the closing of the seniors Bishop Kelley spirit squad experience and the juniors
Madness Strikes Kelley BY MICHAEL DUKE Breezeway Staff Writer With the coming of March, the weather is warming up and the sun is shining a little brighter outside. Flowers are blooming and leprechauns wait at the ends of every rainbow. College basketball is the sport of choice this time of year, all due to the sensation known as March Madness. In this tournament, any team can and will win. The legend of the underdog thrives in this tournament as these Davids take on the likes of Duke, UNC and Kansas, the mighty Goliaths. Sports fans everywhere rejoice for the coming of March. “What I enjoy about the NCAA tourney most is the pure passion the athletes play with. You can tell that they love and care about the game of basketball,” freshman Matthew Goldsmith said. In college basketball, the tournament ensures that the winner is a well-deserving champion. Sixty-eight of the best teams in the country compete until only one team is left standing. Unlike college football, there is no controversy of who the best team really is. “I enjoy the fact that all teams have a chance to prove themselves worthy to win the tournament, whether one is considered to be a part of a power conference or a mid-major to the no-name conference,” principal Curt Feilmeier said. Once the tournament starts, the action is nonstop until the final game. “There is no better sports event in the world than the first two days of the NCAA tournament,” Father Brian O’Brien said. “Thirty-two games in two days in eight cities.”
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With sixty-eight teams competing, every fan can find a team to root for. Often, the underdogs are the crowd favorite. “I love to see the people who are bandwagon fans with their number one seeds, but get crushed by the likes of Northern Iowa and Notre Dame. Sweet Victory,” junior Alex Malati said. With national championship games played since 1937, there are plenty of moments that have left impressions on basketball fans one way or another. “My favorite memory from March Madness would have to be the national championship game back in 2010 between Duke and Butler,” Goldsmith said. “Seeing a perennial powerhouse go up against a relative newcomer and to see the game come down to a half-court heave at the buzzer was enthralling and I will always put that instant classic up there as one of my alltime favorite sports memories.” Although there are many great moments, heartbreaking scenes are common as well. One mistake can cost a team a championship. “I remember well the 1993 final when Michigan’s Chris Webber called a time out in the final minute versus North Carolina,” Father O’Brien said. “Michigan didn’t have any time outs. I could not believe that he did it.” Sports fans everywhere anticipate the coming of March. For Father O’Brien, March brings the potential for thrilling moments. “David vs. Goliath. The best teams in the country. Teams that won their conference tournament and are huge underdogs. All of that comes together in a very exciting time of the year.”
will fall into the roles of the previous seniors. “ To follow this [2012 senior] group the juniors will need to have a united friendship with each other and respect one another also having a strong work ethic,” Ritchie said. For many previous members, tryouts were more than just nerves. “Tryouts are a lot of fun actually. You see girls from the squad the previous year and then you get to meet new girls! If I could tryout again I would,” senior Audrey Atkins said. Being a part of the BK spirit squad is not just the hard work into tryouts and all the enthusiasm at games it is much more. “We do a lot of bonding with the new squad after tryouts and I feel so close to them like a real team; we always have each other’s backs just like sisters,” sophomore Madeline Hall said.
Final Four Predictions Kentucky, Murray State, Baylor, Notre Dame Champion: Kentucky - Alex Malati Syracuse, Kentucky, North Carolina, Kansas Champion: Syracuse - Matt Douglas North Carolina, Kentucky, Michigan State, Wichita State Champion: North Carolina - Matt Goldsmith Kansas, North Carolina, Murray State, Kentucky Champion: Kansas - Mr. Feilmeier Kentucky, Missouri, North Carolina, Murray State Champion: Kentucky - Brennen Adams
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Kilkenny’s Irish Pub
BY RACHEL MCCRORY Breezeway Staff Writer
If you are looking for a gathering place for friends or a destination for non-Tulsan’s, Kilkenny’s Irish Pub is your place! At Kilkenny’s they bring together an authentic Irish cuisine, a full bar, and award-winning service in a warm, friendly atmosphere. Money was not an issue in building Kilkenny’s, they wanted to bring as much of Ireland as possible to Tulsa. Specific measurements were taken and brought back to Ireland where every item was build to fit. The environment at Kilkenny’s takes you to another country right here in Tulsa. “It is a really nice, cosy atmosphere; a great place to go with a few friends and spend the evening,” avid Kilkenny’s-goer Max Sanders said. Kilkenny’s serves brunch, a light lunch, and their award winning entrees for dinner. Brunch is served Saturdays and Sundays from 11a.m - 2 p.m. Although there are many brunch favorites, their biggest hit is the Traditional Irish Breakfast which consists of two eggs any style, two bangers (Irish sausages), rashers (Irish bacon), grilled tomatoes, black pudding and Irish soda bread ($9.99) and the best part is it is served all day long. An all time lunch favorite is Kilkenny’s famous Irish stew that includes generous chunks of seared beef cooked slowly with fresh herbs, carrots, onions and potatoes in a rich-hearty broth (Cup: $5.49 Bowl: $6.49). For dinner, the most popular dish to order is the Boxty. It is a traditional Irish dish, common to rural Ireland, consisting of a grilled potato pancake stuffed with your choice of homemade fillings. “My favorite meal to get there is a Boxty, but I love everything on their menu,” senior Caleb Cartner said. Kilkenny’s environment is not like any other, it is a one-of- a-kind Irish pub that when you walk in it takes you right to Ireland. “The restaurant kept going and going as our waiter took us to our table, and it was cool because we had our own privacy and our own little nook while we ate,” senior Madeline Nave said. Every Kilkenny’s customer has their personal favorite, but no item is not worth trying, especially because their awardwinning menu has so many options. “Every time you take a bite into the food no matter what it be, it brings you to the great land of the Irish,” said Cartner. The awarding-winning menus and the cozy Irish environment is not all Kilkenny’s has to offer, their outstanding waiters are just one more dimension. “Our waiter was really personable and it wasn’t awkward when we were ordering unlike some other restaurants,” said Nave. Kilkenny’s is located at 1413 E. 15th St. Tulsa, OK 74120 on Cherry Street. Many customers agree it is not like any other resTop: Ryelanes Reuben with famous potato wedges $9.49. taurant and is way worth the travel. Middle: Queso Blanco $4.99. “It may be out of the way, but it’s worth Bottom: Strongbow Salmon Sandwich with famous pothe drive. There’s lots of awesome stuff tato wedges $9.49. down there, you can make a night out of Photos by: Rachel McCrory it,” Sanders said.
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Who You Gonna Call BY TAYLOR GAJAN
Breezeway Staff Writer
You’re sitting in your room, about to fall asleep, and all of a sudden something falls off your dresser. A sudden rush of wind gives you chills all over your body. This isn’t some “Paranormal Activity” movie, though. This is real life for some people. Ghosts have been a discussion of controversy for years. With “Ghost Busters,” “The Blair Witch Project,” or “Most Haunted,” there has been many appearances of specters. There have even been some appearances in Tulsa to Bishop Kelley students. Freshman Jillian Robertson and her older sister, senior Regan Robertson have had a haunting experience with an apparition at their house. It has happened more than once, too. “The first time I was with my best friend, Savannah. We were in my room getting ready and we were the only ones home. We both could have sworn we heard the piano play,.” she said. “The next time was when I was watching TV in my living room, home alone. Then, suddenly I saw a white gust quickly go to the back of my house. I have heard/seen a ghost about five times at my house now.” Jillian said. She even got Regan freaked out about it also. “I got my sister thinking it too because she has heard stuff as well. My mom makes fun of me for it, but I swear on my life my house has a ghost!!” Jillian said. The Robertson sisters aren’t the only ones in Tulsa who have thought there’s a ghost in their house. Senior Margo McKenzie’s house has a spooky story to it as well. “The previous owner committed suicide. We don’t really know why, all we know is that he had a son who was really troubled,” McKenzie said. Her family really didn’t think anything of it until they were making renovations to the house. “During construction, some things would be moved. The electrical outlets would always go on and off. I never really thought of anything until the air vent in my room would come on randomly,” she said, “Also there is a bunch of chairs at my kitchen table, and one time I came home from soccer and they were in the dining room..all in a circle, facing each other. No one knew who did it.” Whether it’s fact or fiction, no one knows. You could be the next one to encounter a ghost.
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By Kent Sands
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Tangerine,Floral Print and Lace, OH MY! BY RACHEL MCCRORY & MADDIE NAVE Breezeway Staff Writers Spring is right around the corner and here’s the latest trends to doll you up! Pantone, the system for matching colors, named 2012’s color to be tangerine. According to an article in Communication: Journalism Education Today, “sophisticated but at the same time dramatic and seductive, Tangerine Tango is an orange with a lot of depth to it.” Senior Lindsey Howard thinks tangerine is a great color for the whole year. “[I] love it! I think it’s a very versatile color. It’s perfect for spring and sum-
mer but also is great for fall weather. It’s very pretty!” Howard said. Light or dark, you can’t over do a floral print. Match a floral print with a solid color to keep attention on the print, try an olive green or pastel blue. Lace was present in autumn but it’s also here for spring! Lace shorts and skirts matched with printed tops, so chic! For a prom dress, a lace bodice with a sheer train would set the world in motion. Accessorize with a bow tie or big plastic jewelry. Spring accessories resemble much of the 70’s jewelry with bold colors and plastic bracelets. The bigger the better for accessories.
Color blocking is so simple but so fashion forward. Pair a bright fuscia shirt with yellow skinny jeans and be on your way! Spring wedges are going to be blocking color, too! Junior Mary Grace Stewart plans to pounce in style wearing leopard this spring. “[My number one clothing item for spring is] my new leopard jeans that aren’t too heavy but just the perfect thickness,” Stewart said. Pastel jeans take the place for dark wash jeans creating a base to an outfit. “Definitely high-waisted cigarette mint green jeans from Urban Outfitters [will play the role of an everyday jean],” Howard said.
Alternative Spring Break Not going anywhere for Spring Break? Here’s some ideas to still have fun even though you’re still in Tulsa! BY MADDIE NAVE Breezeway Staff Writer
A DAY ON BROOKSIDE
Start with breakfast at BBD and make your way over to Must Stash to find some cute clothes (they sell men’s clothing, too). Purple Glaze Studio, a pottery painting and mosaic studio, is a great place to test your creativity! Grab a couple of friends that are still in town and paint away! Make your way to Cosmo Cafe for a late lunch, early dinner. It’s a great atmosphere with awesome outdoor seating. Cosmo’s is right next to Ida Red. Stop by after your meal and add some Tulsa apparel, TOMS, and old school candy to the mix.
A DAY DOWNTOWN
Pick a day with great weather and have a picnic at Veterans Park on Boulder Drive. Go to the Center of the Universe and shout for only you to hear! Head over to Dwelling Spaces and find some cool trinkets! Lights, an electropop genre, is performing at Cains on March 20 and Needtobreathe, the Christian rock group, will be at the Brady Theatre on March 23.
A DAY IN OKLAHOMA CITY
Spend a day at the Oklahoma City outlet mall, that should take up the whole day and the drive is about 2 hours. Take a tour around the Oklahoma History Center or the Western Trail Trading Post and learn about Oklahoma’s history.
BORDERING STATES ARKANSAS
Make a trip to the fun town of Eureka Springs and shop and explore the town. It’s about three hours east of Tulsa. Devil’s Den State Park is great for a family trip: explore nature and enjoy time away from Tulsa! There are a lot of lakes in the Natural State, equipped with musical entertainment and wonderful food.
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KANSAS
Kansas City has great shopping and awesome night life. See a show at the Starlight Theatre or visit the Kansas City Zoo. Visit the awesome Schlitterbahn Water Park in Kansas City and spend a day in the pool! Have a spa day at one of the awesome spas in Kansas City. If you have the time and really want to get further away from Tulsa, take the train from Kansas City to Chicago and enjoy a couple of days, shopping, sight seeing, and eating! Tops: topshop.com, Bottoms: urbanoutfitters.com, Boys’: urbanoutfitters.com, Shoes: jcoleshoes.com
TEXAS
The drive down to Dallas is about 4 hours and worth it. Have a shopping day or two at the Plaza or Galleria or even go to the outlet mall in Allen, Texas. Check the trolley tour times and see Dallas’s Uptown Neighborhood. There’s no cost and the trolleys are rolling 365 days! The Houston Rodeo rides through March 18. Alan Jackson and Brad Paisley are only a few of the concerts performing at the rodeo, but there are lots of others.
MISSOURI
Although Branson is full of entertainment, a tornado devastated the town and much of the state, leaving room for volunteer work. If you’re interested in the relief program, go to www.sema.dps.mo.gov.