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an open forum for student expression
august 26, 2009 vol. 45, no.1
return the
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edition
featuring
Lunch options abound Where to grab your grub
Freshman orientation
new students receive Rustler welcome
Raiding Ready’s room A touch o’ the Irish
c.m. russell high school great falls, montana
welcome BACK: edition the first
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Greetings from your local open forum
Stampede welcomes another year of student expression
Our Two Cents
Most importantly, you should remember that The Stampede is your paper, and reading it should be an enjoyable experience. Our coverage should be engaging and appealing to you, the reader, or we aren’t doing our job right. Third, who is really represented in the “open forum for student expression” that is The Stampede? This question depends entirely on you. Our job is to cover the school as best we can, but it is your job as our clientele to give us feedback on what we need to do better to truly be your open forum. Whether it is recommending story ideas to staff members or writing guest articles and letters to the editor, you control how the paper runs, what we cover, and who is really represented. In the past, The Stampede has had very little participation in it from people other than staff members, and we hope to change that this year with your help. Together, we can make this awardwinning paper better than it ever has been. On an aside, we would like to give you a warm welcome to the hallowed halls of Charles M. Russell High School. For new students and faculty, we hope that you can be swept into the culture of this school and become a proud part of it. For those returning, we hope that this year is the best one you have experienced in your time at this school. By the looks of it, this year has potential to be a great one. The newly-named Connections program hopes to connect with students on a far greater level, making school a friendlier and more enjoyable environment. Homecoming should be one for the books, as students will “rustle through the pages of time” with a literature-based theme. The rest of the year is quickly falling into place, so remember to enjoy each day and make this year the best possible. And don’t forget to join us each month for another issue of The Stampede, your open forum for student expression.
Charles M. Russell High School: The Stampede editor-in-chief
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The Stampede, published approximately every four weeks, is a public forum for all voices on campus. These voices include the students, parents, faculty and the community at large. The opinions and views in this publication are not necessarily those of the Stampede staff, the student body, CMR employees or the school administration. The Stampede strives to cover the news accurately and fairly; however, when a mistake is made, a correction will be printed in the following issue. All writers are responsible for the content of their articles. Editors will edit all copy to be free
of plagiarism and libel, and all writers will double-check their facts before publication. The Stampede accepts letters but limits the length to 200 words. The Stampede reserves the right to edit all letters; anonymous letters are not accepted. The Stampede maintains membership in the Columbia Scholastic Press Association, the National Scholastic Press Association, the Journalism Education Association and Quill and Scroll. Some material courtesy of American Society of Newspaper Editors/KRT Campus High School Newspaper Service.
managing editor
meghan o’dell
art/photo editor
ashley moore
business manager
kameron mitchell
op-ed editor
zack jarvis
news editor
tim seery
features editor
dayton smith
sports editor
shayna leonard
adviser
beth britton
staff
brian spencer
Hey everyone! It’s fall again and on behalf of the student government I want to welcome everybody back, and also a first time welcome to the freshmen and new students joining us this year. I wanted to give the student body a little insight into what has been going on within student government and our plans and projects for the upcoming year. Freshman Orientation went well this summer and both student government and the drill team made it up to the airport to repaint the CMR on the hill. As you all know, theme Thursdays weren’t a very big deal last year and we want that to change. We have already picked the first theme, and throughout the year there will be announcements and posters up throughout the halls notifying the student body of both the date and the theme. It is up to everyone to make this a fun and memorable part of this school year! Also I know everyone loves dances and besides Homecoming, prom, morp, and the techno rave student government has planned two more dances after the cross-town games of both football and basketball. There will be more information on these new dances as we get closer to them. And last just a quick reminder that Homecoming is very early this year. So it would be in everyone’s best interest to keep in contact with the class officers and see what preparations and help will be needed in order to make this year’s Homecoming amazing!
THE BEAT
Opening this first issue of The Stampede, a couple of questions probably popped into your mind: what is The Stampede? Why should I read this? Who is really represented in the “open forum for student expression” that is The Stampede? We hope to answer some of those questions in this issue so that you will be more connected to this paper. Because, after all, this paper is your paper, and you have as much control over it as any editor or staff member. First, what is The Stampede? Beyond what is explained in the staff box below, The Stampede is a newspaper that covers news, issues, events, and ideas pertinent and relevant to Charles M. Russell High School and its many people. We at The Stampede make it our job to stay in tune with the school around us so that we can deliver the best news topics to our readers. However, we aren’t perfect, and we greatly appreciate help from the people around us when it comes to our coverage. If you feel that something is newsworthy, please feel free to let someone on staff know. We will all accept ideas with open minds, and we will attempt to cover all newsworthy stories in our publication. Even more important to us is to have all the voices of our school represented in our paper. We gladly accept letters to the editor, as mentioned below, and hope to publish at least one letter per month. We can’t write these letters to ourselves, so we need your help to make this paper a true open forum. Don’t be afraid to speak your mind because your voice means a lot to us. Second, why should you read this? Reading our monthly publication has many benefits to you and your colleagues. By keeping up on the events going on around the school, you can make your high school years more fruitful and be more involved in school functions. Also, reading topics covered in this publication can be equally beneficial to your education, as we will discuss ideas that do not normally come up in classroom discussion.
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Student Government 2009-2010
Student Body President: Brian Spencer Vice President: Shaye Palagi Sec/Tres: Greg Oswood Senior President: Courtney McInerney Vice President: Alex Grooms Sec/Tres: Kylie Barringer Junior President: Tim Seery Vice President: Garrett Brainard Sec/Tres: Aly Hutchinson Sophomore President: Nick Schulz Vice President: Ben Gold Sec/Tres: Kyle Wood
Freshman Government Assembly will be held on Sept. 8 during Period 6.
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An open letter from
CMR Students and Staff, On behalf of the administration at C.M. Russell High School, I would like to welcome everyone back for the 2009-10 school year. We sincerely hope that everyone had a restful, fun, and productive summer and all are ready for an exciting year that is sure to be filled with learning opportunities as we continue to prepare all our students for success in their futures. Over the summer, a number of changes have happened at CMR that you’ll notice. The main student parking lot was totally re-paved and striped, and the field on the southwest side of the campus has been developed with a sprinkler system and new grass. When the grass is mature, this area will be able to be used as a practice area for such activities as soccer, softball, PE classes, and marching band. There is a major lighting project underway that will provide, at its completion, superior lighting throughout our buildings as well as significant energy savings. You will undoubtedly notice the changes as they happen. Many of our students have been involved in committee work this summer, working side by side with CMR staff to plan and develop programs that will benefit students and help them gain even more from their high school years. Over the course of the year, you will notice the products of their work in a variety of areas. We thank them for their hard work and insightful input. As you begin this year, regardless of which year of high school it is for you, keep in mind that you have only one chance to experience this particular year in your life. Regardless of your interests and talents, there are things for you to do at CMR. Make the most of this opportunity – become involved in the variety of activities and opportunities that you have access to. At the end of the year, don’t put yourself in a position of saying “I wish I had….” Instead, be able to look back and say “I’m glad I did….” Whatever you choose, please remember that you are here to maximize your learning opportunities. Whether staff or student, the success each of us achieves in the coming months depends on our effort, enthusiasm, and willingness to maximize our opportunities. Let’s all strive to have the best year we possibly can and the coming year will be the most memorable yet. With sincere best wishes,
Dick Kloppel, Principal
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Newcomers to Charles M. Russell High Foreign exchanges and new teachers join the family Foreign exchanges:
Anna Backman Junior from Sweden On-Yi Fong Junior from Hong Kong Hannah Kanneberg Junior from Germany Laura Krukova Junior from Czech Republic Seo Yeon Lee Junior from South Korea Kevin Rock Junior from Germany Marie Wehinger Junior from Germany
New teachers:
Joe Agostinelli Jessica Patrick Math teacher Science teacher Matt Bobinski Cheri Pallett Spanish teacher English teacher Sarah Aspinwall Alex Rosenleaf Social Studies teacher Social Studies teacher Joni Gordon Daniele Stark Counselor Family Consumer Sciences Cassie Guile Special Education English teacher Aaron Jensen Social Studies teacher Teayre Klosterman Health/Physical Education/Trainer
welcome
Closely associated with leadership Behind the scenes with Russell’s associate principals
Kerry Parsons
the man behind the legend
nick green
For most students, a trip to Kerry Parsons’ office may seem like a slow dance with the devil. However, underneath the harsh stereotypes many students have of Parsons lies a cool, even mellow, guy who likes nothing better than a summer day
Julie Tramelli
continuing her lifelong passion
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Since 1986, Julie Tramelli has been living her passion by teaching. “Every day is a new adventure,” Tramelli said.
spent fishing. Parsons, who is responsible for all students whose last names happen to fall alphabetically between Hai-O, has been working as an AP (associate principal) at CMR for four years. Before he became an AP, Parsons served as a biology teacher and also coached basketball here at CMR. For Parsons, the best part about being an AP is the ability to get involved in all of the school’s diverse and varied programs. In fact, he can be seen at nearly every school function and is always there to cheer on the teams, even though he already has more than enough on his plate dealing with dayto-day duties. Although the departure of a senior class is always a bittersweet moment for anyone at CMR, the promise of bright and smiling freshmen provides for new and fresh opportunities and for Parsons this is especially exciting.
“Getting to know a new group of students and seeing how the year takes shape,” is how Parsons describes what he most looks forward to about this fall. To a freshman, APs can seem like intimidating people and are probably last on most students list of places to turn for advice, but this doesn’t mean that they don’t have some wise words of wisdom to dish out. “Pay attention to details, realize (your) choices today affect (you) in the future,” Parsons said. When asked what the one thing most students don’t know about him is, Parsons replied, “That I’m really a nice guy.” Perhaps the old cliché about not judging a book by its cover is true after all.
She is an associate principal and takes care of the end of the alphabet, P-Z. Tramelli was born and raised in Great Falls, and when she was a little girl she played school with her siblings. Tramelli was the teacher and the siblings were the students. “I gave them worksheets to work on,” Tramelli said. Her typical day as an associate principal includes everything from attendance, grades, discipline, communication with students, teachers and parents, also kudos for students’ good work, teacher observations and planning for major school events. She earned a teaching degree from Carroll College in Helena, a bachelor’s degree in elementary education which was followed by her principal’s K-12
endorsement. She taught sixth grade in Lewistown, third grade in Helena, as well as fourth grade, 9th-12th, special education work, and then worked as an associate principal in Great Falls. “I feel so incredibly fortunate to work with young adults and I’m motivated by young adults’ energy, enthusiasm, and zest for life,” Tramelli said. Tramelli was active at Great Falls High School, and she graduated in 1980. She was in Key Club, 4H, National Honor Society, church group, Special Olympics, choir, intramural sports, and she helped out as a student secretary.
T.G.I.W (Wednesday)
Shedding some light on weekly ritual nick green
For some reason it seems like nobody ever knows what’s going on on Wednesdays, even the teachers. When does the period end? When’s that assembly? Why do we have advisement? Well here are, hopefully, a few answers. To an incoming student the Wednesday schedule can prove to be nearly impossible to master,
but here are the basics (not saying there aren’t exceptions). Every other Wednesday there is typically an early out, meaning that students get out of school at 2:30 p.m. Advisement, as of late, seems to be a pretty vague concept that is susceptible to frequent changes. This year advisement has been renamed “Connections,” and it delivers exactly what it promises; its
whole purpose is to help students navigate their way through high school. Advisement, however, is a fairly new idea, and teachers and students are still working to improve it. In general, students have advisement on the first Wednesday of the month and every other week. The beginning of school, however, is a completely different story. In past years club days were a habitual Wednesday activity, but in 2008-2009 they disappeared. But club days are making a comeback this year. There will be sever-
Susan Quinn
GFH grad happy at high school level jean ducimetiere
Students tend to stress a bit when having to go down to Susan Quinn’s office, but they should realize that she isn’t out to get kids. “I like to work with kids who are working through their problems and learning from their mistakes,” Quinn said. Quinn started teaching at Morningside Elementary in 1993 and worked there until 1996. Then, she gradually came to be an Associate Principal. Quinn loves being an AP. She likes to see how teachers use their class time. She also enjoys knowing how the teachers work with students and what the stories are that go around school. Quinn learned she wanted to be a teacher in high school mostly because of Tim Paul, her English teacher. He was good friends with his students, which taught her to be nice to the students and not just scare them. “I enjoy the people I work with, especially Mrs.Tramelli,” Quinn said. Quinn and Tramelli worked with each other East Middle School. Quinn said she always thought she would be an earlier grade teacher, but then when she started teaching history at GFH and loved it, so she changed her mind. She wants students to know not to skip class and to take things seriously because every credit matters. “You learn from your mistakes,” Quinn said.
al club times scattered throughout the year. For many students, clubs offer a pleasant break from an exhausting school day, and taking an hour to pursue an interest will be a welcome change. Club days also give those students who do not participate in club activities a chance to pursue other academic achievements and socialize. Oftentimes Wednesdays also feature various assemblies and events. Wednesdays present a strange
and confusing time for many, but they can be a simple concept if information is readily available beforehand. Actions to take to gather information on the everchanging Wednesday schedule is surf through the CMR Web Page or ask in the main office. All in all, early outs provided on Wednesdays are a welcome break, but in my opinion Fridays would be more ideal for the PLCT schedule. Just think how nice it would be to get out even just a little bit earlier every other Friday.
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It’s Lunch Time! Lunch options to satisfy every craving
Power lunch Last spring, students enjoy a healthy lunch and friendly atmosphere in Charlie’s Cafe. Photo by Megan Varner.
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While there are many lunch opportunities for Rustler students, CMR’s head food service engineer, Sheri Courtney, believes that Charlie’s Cafe’ is your best bet. “Compare our prices with any other lunch place, and everything here makes for a healthy and well balanced meal,” Courtney said. Charlie’s Cafe’ has many options available everyday. Madeto-order wraps and sandwiches, pizza, self-serve salad bar, hot lunch, and, soon, a soup and sandwich bar. Currently lunches are $2.25 for students and $3 for adults. Charlie’s Cafe’ has a friendly atmosphere where students can socialize, enjoy television, and eat great food. It takes no more than five minutes to get in the lunch room, and Charlie’s Cafe’ offers vegetarian and allergy options such as salads, fish and non-dairy. All you have to do is ask. The lunch room is packed everyday with kids from all social groups of CMR. But if the lunch room really isn’t the place for you, CMR students have the privilege of being able to enjoy offcampus lunch. Below is a list of close and affordable lunch destinations. But please remember to drive and park responsibly. Students have just 30 minutes.
Nearby lunch destinations Place
Cost
Transportation
Lunch Room
$2.25 for students, $3 for adults
Charlies Cafe
DECA store and Coffee Talk Cafe’ Sell things anywhere between 25 cents Both are located in the commons (the DECA store is open most peri- and $3. Smoothies, coffee, candy, snacks, and popcorn on Thursdays ods of the day) Taco Bell
Anywhere from $1 for a single burrito to $5 for a meal
Driving 3 to 5 minutes
Burger King
On average $3-5
Walking 5 minutes, driving 2
Sam’s Club
$1.50 for pizza, and 50-cent churros :)
Walking 5 minutes, driving 2
Subway
Features $5 foot-longs
Driving 3 to 5 minutes
McDonald’s
Dollar menu or $5 for a meal
Driving 3 to 5 minutes
Taco Treat
Taco Tuesday! 59-cent taco or burrito, most days it will cost about $2-4
Driving 5 minutes
Dominos
$3 student deal for pizza, bread sticks and a pop
Walking 7 minutes, driving 2
Town Pump Gas Station
$1.50 to $5 snacks, burritos, hot dogs, candy
Walking 7 minutes, driving 4
Arby’s
Usually around $5-7
Driving 3 minutes
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welcome
HOMECOMING 2009 Spencer Dahl
Senior Q&A:
Rustlin’ through the pages of time -- Sept. 21-25
Spencer Dahl is a senior this year and is involved with football, tennis, and is a member of student government. He is active in the CMR community and is a well-rounded student. Q: What are you looking forward to for your senior year? A: Just being a senior and playing foot-
ball and tennis.
Q: What new things are you expecting for CMR? A: More learning. Q: What expectations do you have of the new freshmen? A: I expect them to be mature and carry
on CMR’s traditions of excellence.
Q: What do you plan to do with Student Government? A: I plan to do more community service
and fundraisers for more dances and stuff like that.
Where can I get...
...snacks? Vending machines or DECA store. ...a yearbook? Pre order at the finance office for $55, price rises to $65 second semester. Books also can be charged online. ...a parking sticker? Head to the main office or finance office. ...conflict resolution? Go to your Associate Principal. ...help with school? A.S.A.P. -- Media Center after school -- and individual teachers. ...help with math? The math lab is located next to the elevator on the third floor. ...counseling? Counseling center, located at the back of main office. ...a transcript? Nancy Rafferty in the advisement center prepares CMR transcripts. ...a schedule change? Talk to your counselor and Joleen Cordeiro in the counseling center.
The chair boys of 2008 Homecoming coronation 2008 featured the drama department in action. Photo by Jake England.
Hall Decoration
taylor barrett
On Monday, the first day of Homecoming week, the four classes decorate a hall that goes with their class theme. Every year the theme is different and everyone can be a part of it. This year the theme is “Rustlin’ through the Pages,” which features famous books and novels. After the halls are decorated, a group of judges will rate the separate halls. The hall decorating is from 4-9 p.m. Monday afternoon.
Float Building
From 3:30-5:30 p.m. on Sept. 22-24, CMR students will decorate a class float that goes with their theme. Certain clubs and classes will also construct a float. The decorating will be held at the fairgrounds. Anyone who wishes to participate may, there is no limit, and all students are encouraged to help their class. After the floats are built, the judges will again select the best one.
Coronation
On the Thursday of Homecoming week, from 9:45-10:40 a.m., students will attend the CMR Homecoming coronation assembly. A few days before the assembly, each class will nominate students for their class royalty. It’s a formal day, so anyone who wishes to dress up should do so.
BBQ
Every year during Homecoming week, CMR holds a barbeque for its students on Friday. Friday will be a half-day, so the barbeque will be after school from 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Parade
After the barbeque, students go the CMR Homecoming Parade on downtown’s Central Avenue. Students who help build the float can ride along and show off their class theme. The parade is a fun and exciting part of Homecoming.
Football game
The football game begins at 7:30 p.m. at Memorial Stadium. This year the game will be against the Missoula Hellgate Knights. Go Rustlers!
Homecoming Dance
After the football game, students can go to the Homecoming dance. It’s from 9-11:45 p.m., immediately after the game. The dance is a fun experience and everyone is welcome to come. It’s the first dance of the year and a great way to start off the school year.
School spirit: A CMR tradition Show your pride for our sports teams
Whether doing the Rustle Hustle or going for a layup, being involved in sports at CMR is an important part of the high school experience. Kicking a goal in the last 10 seconds, finon ishing that last hurdle seconds ahead of the pack, smashing into the defensive line, pinning your opponent within 30 seconds, and winning a volleyball match 24-26 are just some thrills that contribute to playing a sport. If you’re interested in athletics there are many sports offered at CMR. Compete in sports you’ve played before, or try something new. Trying out for a team may be intimidating at times, but showing your Rustler pride on the field or the court teaches you life skills such as teamwork, and of course it’s tons of fun. You can make friends who have the same interests and stay in shape as well. Sports may not be for everyone, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have pride for your school teams. Show your support at games, participate in all the cheers, and wear green and gold on Fridays. It is a great way to hang
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sports
out with friends and have a good time. The joy of screaming your head off and the feeling of making the winning shot in the last 10 seconds are awesome. Demonstrating school spirit is important, and you can’t enjoy the entire “high school experience” without it. There are many places you can go to watch the Rustlers play. There are many games and meets here at CMR, but you can also go to Great Falls High for the cross-town games, swimming, and track. There is a full schedule of all the games and locations on the CMR Web site. One of the first opportunities you have this year to show your school spirit is helping out with Homecoming. Decorate the halls or the float with your peers, and definitely don’t miss out on the Powder Puff football game with all those brave guys dressed as cheerleaders. The best part of all is going to the Homecoming games and cheering on the Rustlers. As a freshman, I didn’t go to as many games as I had wanted, and I feel I missed out. This year I am definitely going to participate more. So to all new freshmen, a piece of advice: go to the games and get involved in the variety of sports offered. School spirit is huge to us at CMR, and we want you to continue the tradition.
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Practice makes perfect
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Rustler athletes prep for coming seasons
CMR SOPHOMORES Paige Volk and Kelsey Smith wait on the sideline during a drill for volleyball practice. Photo by Ashley Moore.
FOOTBALL PRACTICE IN FULL SWING CMR football players work on their football skills (right) and tackling (above). Photos by Zack Jarvis.
GOING FOR THE HIT CMR volleyball players continue tryouts by practicing spikes and setting. Photo by Ashley Moore. CMR VARSITY FOOTBALL TEAM do some training exercises during the first week of practice. Photo by Zack Jarvis.
welcome
Senior Sports Profiles Acknowledging the hard work of senior athletes
Jordan Harper ready to achieve
Shelby Koth leads her squad
Senior tight end Jordan Harper is ready to lead CMR back to its glory. “Ever since I was little I was a Steve Young fan. He really is the one who influenced me when I was a kid,” Harper said. He had a hard time balancing school work and football, but he said he keeps going strong even if he has to stay up until 1 a.m. “You can be a stellar athlete and be the greatest player on the field, but if you don’t have the grades you’ll never be successful at it,” Harper said. Harper began playing competitive football when he was five, and since his freshman season he’s been playing as tight end, a position he reportedly loves. As a freshman Harper saw the varsity team practice, and thought how cool it would be to be in their shoes. Since that time, reaching the varsity level has been Harper’s goal. Harper learned most of his football skills from watching and learning from the older players. He works hard and never gives up. Harper’s tips to freshman players include working hard, “practice makes perfect,” and getting into the weight room every time possible.
brynn murphy
jean ducimetiere
Like most soccer captains, senior Shelby Koth is a born leader. She was chosen for CMR’s soccer captain last fall by the 2008 season captains. Not only does Koth want CMR to beat the Bozeman Hawks this coming season, but of course she wants to win state. Even if that doesn’t happen, Koth said that just playing soccer her senior year with the girls is something she is looking forward to. Working hard to achieve every goal they have is Koth’s major expectation. Koth said she knows what she is looking for in her teammates. “Leaving problems off of the field, coming together as a team, and working together on and off of the field,” Koth said. As for the incoming freshmen, Koth said she expects they will do OK. “They will do fine like any other freshmen; it will take some time getting used to playing with the high school girls,” she said. The first CMR girls soccer game is Sept. 5 at the Great Falls Soccer Park.
Jesse Morin optimistic for team shayna leonard
Volleyball varsity player Jesse Morin has high expectations for her team this year. Being a senior, this is Morin’s last year playing high school volleyball, and she wants to make it the best. “I think the sky is the limit for us,” Morin said. “If we believe in ourselves, I’m sure we can go far.” Morin said she loves her new coach and is excited to be learning from her. “She is just the right person to build up the [volleyball] program,” she said. This summer she practiced volleyball skills and stayed in the weight room. If the team is going to do well they need to do some off-season work too, she said. “If we have good team work and bonding, we will do well,” Morin said. Morin said she wants to either compete in volleyball or track in college. She is not sure where she wants to go, or whether she wants to enroll in or out of state. “I am sending tapes out to different colleges to let them know I am looking,” she said. As her last high school volleyball season begins she said it already feels like it is ending. “I’m already missing it, and it isn’t even over,” she said. “I just love the feelings of games, the intensity, and competing.” The first home game for volleyball is Aug. 29. Varsity will start at 4:30 p.m. with Morin positioning as lebaro, or middle back on the defense.
Photos By Ashley Moore.
in t he morning
When those rusty yellow doors fling open for the first time in three months it feels a lot like getting a tooth pulled at the dentist. It’s formal, it’s precise, but not at all something to look forward to. In the end those broken silver handles seem to catch begrudging hand after begrudging hand, and just as water pours into a flooding window-sill on a dreary July morning, the halls are filled with the sound of fall’s entrancing rhythm. It is only after the halls are empty, save a few straggling underclassmen, that the true rhythm of the fall’s wind can be heard. If one listens closely they may hear the sound of hundreds of cleats clacking and stamping the ground. The sound of their cleats creates a percussion of sound that carries the fall wind right through the gates of Memorial Stadium. With the heavy slogging of mid-August heat burned through their legs and the dirt of pride field in their sweaty hands they will run out once more to begin a journey that will take them all the way to the depths of winter. It seems that the summer has flown by, and in its stead it leaves the piercing visorblocked sun of Memorial Stadium. It is there where we the students of CMR (at least most of us) will spend our fall. It is after the
yellow doors have swung open each Friday that the student body will file out of school and hope that the boys are in town ready to face an opponent on the fall stage. It is the sound of The Magnificent Seven that seems to resonate in my head. The feeling of watching something that too often leaves one speechless is invigorating. The feeling of excitement given by a simple game and its players is truly unbelievable. It is the wind of the fall carried from pride field through the gates of Memorial Stadium on the backs of each and every Rustler player that renders one speechless. It is this simple rhythm that lends itself to greatness. The ones who hear it best are the players, and the ones who harness it best are the legends; they are the legends of the fall. That’s right; in so many words, it is football season. None know this better than the Rustler players. From the smoggy overcast days of mid June spent at Griz Camp in Missoula to the first day of Big Sky Camp on July 20, the Rustlers have been sharpening their tusks in the pursuit of a state championship. I aim to share this column with you each third Thursday of each month of this school year. So, in the future you may want to grab an orange juice and settle in. The pursuit of a state championship is well under way. It is led by the charge of four senior captains who hope to find fall’s rhythm and solidify their presence this season. They are led by Payton Skawinski, Devin Murphy, Jordan Harper, and Jade
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Klette. These leaders have accepted, in my you must use the cards you’re dealt. This humble opinion, the highest honor given by hypothetical hand that I’m talking about is CMR football. They were chosen by their the class of 2010. It contains several great teammates because they have been the best players, four of whom are the captains. over the last three years of underclassman One is a senior quarterback, who in my ball. estimation has been as dedicated as pos The four bring different talents to the sible for the last three years. He is a student field. Murphy is a high energy linebacker of the game, and has the trust and support for the Rustlers who brings fearlessness to of his teammates. He is a calming presence the field that can only be matched by his in the huddle with a confident air about him student-like calmness in the necessary for the position. huddle. I bring into consideration Skawinski is a winner and the 2008 Cleveland Browns. The feeling of beyond that he is a clutch big excitement given by The Browns found themselves play receiver with a nose for with two excellent choices for a simple game and quarterback this last year: the end zone. Harper plays one of the its players is truly Brady Quinn, a wiz kid gun most difficult positions on slinger from Notre Dame and unbelieveable. the field, and as a returning the slightly less impressive all-stater he plays it better than most. He but returning pro bowler Derlines up at the tight end position meaning rick Anderson of Oregon State. that he must know all the pass protections The Browns used the “quarterback by and run blocking schemes, as well as catch committee” system. Meaning that which the ball on passing routes. He leads by ex- ever quarterback was “hot” on a particular ample while the first two are raw-raw play day started. The Browns finished the season makers with an unmatched enthusiasm. 4-12. It is my opinion that the quarterback The fourth, however, is different. It may by committee system is flawed. Sometimes be because he is the quarterback or simply the man in line for the job isn’t always the because of his disposition. Klette is a leader best choice, but sometimes he is. through dedication. He is a student of the I pray the Rustlers keep this in mind this game with ice water in his veins. When season. I wish the Rustlers the best of luck his teammates lean on him he is a sturdy this year. They kick off their season this crutch, ready with his comforting and con- Friday against Helena High at Memorial fident smile to do what it takes to leave it all Stadium. on the field. In all my columns this year I will share Oliver Jones, a CMR senior, is the radio voice of the with you with my final opinion. I feel that Rustlers. He writes a monthly sports column for the
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First Quarter Sports Schedule: varsity home games Soccer
Girls: • 9/5 1 p.m. vs. Butte • 9/12 3:30 p.m. vs. GFH • 9/25 5:30 p.m. vs. Billings Senior • 9/26 1 p.m. vs. Billings Skyview • 10/9 3:30 p.m. vs. Bozeman • 10/10 11 a.m. vs. Billings West Boys: • 9/5 11 a.m. vs. Butte • 9/12 1:30 p.m. vs. GFH • 9/25 3:30 p.m. vs. Billings Senior • 9/26 11 a.m. vs. Billings Skyview • 10/9 5:30 p.m. vs. Bozeman • 10/10 1 p.m. vs. Billings West
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8/29 4:30 p.m. vs. Glacier 9/5 3:30 p.m. vs. Missioula Sentinel 9/11-12 11 a.m. GF INVITE 9/29 7 p.m. vs. GFH 10/3 3:30 p.m. vs. Havre 10/10 4:30 p.m. vs. Butte 10/15 7 p.m. vs. Billings West 10/16 2:30 p.m. vs. Billings Skyview 10/30 4:30 p.m. vs. Billings Senior 10/31 2:30 p.m. vs. Bozeman
Football @ Memorial Stadium • 8/28 7:30 p.m. vs. Helena High • 9/11 7:30 p.m. vs. Missoula Big Sky • 9/25 7:30 p.m. vs. Missoula Hellgate • 10/9 7:30 p.m. vs. Billings Skyview • 10/23 7:30 p.m. vs. Billings West • 10/30 7:30 p.m. vs. GFH
X-Country
@ GF Anaconda • 9/18 3 p.m. GF INVITE • 10/14 4 p.m. CMR City Invite
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Golf
9/25 9 a.m. @ GF Anaconda GF INVITE
CMR HOMECOMING FOOTBALL GAME 2008. Photo By Garrett Kundis.
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Room Raiders
The Stampede takes a peek behind the scenes at home with Rustlers
Ready shows his Irish, mafia, feline sides in personal space zack jarvis
If you couldn’t tell by looking at his room, senior Bobby Ready comes from Irish roots. Ready expresses these roots in his bedroom by having Notre Dame bedding, posters for “The Boondock Saints,” and green items such as his picture of Yoda from “Star Wars” and a large poster of the Hulk watching over his bed. “The Godfather” is another favorite topic for Ready, and this interest can be seen when looking at the posters of Don Vito Corleone posted on his bedroom walls. Along with the Don are the “Boondock Saints,” one of his favorite movies. However, his room is not truly his own. His cat, Murphy, also takes the room for his own -- almost allowing Ready into his room only as a guest. At times Ready says he wakes up with Murphy staring at him as if he was in the cat’s way. Ready expresses many of his interests through his room and pays homage to his Irish ancestors as well.
Touch o’ the Irish Bobby Ready’s walls are clustered with many posters and pictures. From posters of the Incredible Hulk to Don Corleone, he also shows off his red Darth Vadar light saber replica. Several posters of his favorite band Slipknot cover his walls along with posters and bedding of his favorite college football team Notre Dame. His cat, Murphy, shares his bedroom with him, as well as the same enthusiasm for Notre Dame. Photos by Zack Jarvis.