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Senior Noah Montgomery tries to woo bachelorette Anna Korroch while ice skating, p. 12.
sports Senior pommie Abby Wagle is featured this month in Inside the Lines, p. 17.
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Inhalant abuse most prevalent in teens, causes negative health effects
Huffing, sniffing, bagging — these however, is not concerned about the are common words to describe the effect huffing has on his health or how abuse of inhalants such as permanent addictive it might be. markers and spray paint. Inhalants “I know other people say it is appeal to teenagers the most because [addictive], but I don’t think so,” he they are generally cheaper and easier said. “I know I can stop. I just care to obtain than about how illegal drugs, it makes me according to feel.” researchers Huffing [Huffing] is different than other produces at George a things. [It’s] kind of thrilling but high that in Washington confusing. It’s just something many University. ways that takes everything away, like a resembles Hank* different view of life.” said he began getting drunk huffing as a according to Hank* freshman. healthunit. “Some of org. Hank my friends wanted me to try it, so I described it differently, though. was like, ‘Well, why not?’” he said. “It “[Huffing] is different than other was a way to escape stuff for a while things,” he said. “[It’s] kind of thrilling and not have to think about it.” but confusing. It’s just something that That escape can seriously affect takes everything away, like a different the health of an inhalant-abuser: view of life.” short-term negative effects can Millions of other teenagers include paranoia, unconsciousness experience this “different view of life,” and coma. Over a longer period of too. According to inhalant.org, more use, there is also a chance of heart than 2.6 million teenagers use an arrhythmia, blindness and respiratory inhalant each year. By eighth grade, depression according to the American 25 percent of students have used an Council for Drug Education. Inhalant inhalant. Even though Hank said he abuse can also affect mental health. feels fine after huffing, he agrees that “It destroys your brain,” social inhalant abuse can become an issue. science teacher Renee LaFever said. “I think it’s becoming an “Once you lose that, you can’t get it epidemic,” he said. “A lot of kids just back. That’s what people don’t get.” do it to get away from their [other Permanent brain damage can lead problems]. Since they’re getting more to worsened memory, intense mood and more stressed, it’s becoming swings, tremors and seizures. Hank, really popular.” - CAROLINE ENGLE
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KMC alumna produces documentary exploring effects of Disney In her documentary, Kingdom Incorporated, Christina Campagnola, class of 2009, attempts to show viewers just how much control The Walt Disney Company has in the average consumer’s life. In Kingdom Incorporated, Campagnola demonstrates how Disney sells a dream, then makes money by providing consumers with temporary happiness. “I set out to reveal the type of control Disney has over children, families and ultimately the world,” Campagnola said. “[Disney] controls society by what we buy, give to our children, what we wear, listen to and what we think.” Campagnola was inspired to create Kingdom Incorporated when she wanted to make a documentary over the Disney artist Pogo. Pogo takes remixes the soundtracks of animated Disney movies to make a new form of music. Disney commissioned him to make a mix for the movie Up, but put limits on his creativity. Campagnola said this made her realize how much influence Disney has on the individual, so she and her partner Lauren Brinkman decided to investigate the type of control Disney holds over society. The film was shown at the Tallgrass Film Festival in Wichita Oct.21. “The Tallgrass Film Festival is what inspired me to pursue film as a career,” Campagnola said. “It was an amazing feeling to have my film selected to screen in my hometown at the festival, which was essentially the birthplace of my dream.” During her time at Kapaun Mt. Carmel, Campagnola was a student in the Mass Communications class, and served as the Editor-in-Chief for the DVD yearbook her senior year. Campagnola said journalism introduced her to the world of storytelling, and the class helped her realize her passion for filming people in their natural environments. She was a dedicated student and put a lot of thought into her work, adviser Ashley Watkins said. “[Campagnola] was always creative when it came to video ideas and ways to shoot,” Watkins said. “She saw more than an ordinary [school event]; she was always looking for ways to make it interesting.” During her time as a student at the Florida State University
courtesy of christina campagnola AT THE CANNES FILM FESTIVAL, Christina Campagnola (far left) and her documentary crew attend a premiere for their film, Kingdom Incorporated.
College of Motion Picture Arts, Campagnola has had the opportunity to see the production of a film from every aspect. By the time she graduates, she will have directed four narrative short films and one documentary. Along with these productions, Campagnola was involved in 50 other films as a producer, production designer, a director of photography, editor and sound editor. “Film school has helped me get my documentary out into the world by giving me the opportunity to send it to film festivals around the world,” Campagnola said. “Kingdom Incorporated has been screened at the American Pavilion at the Cannes festival, and many other places.” Campagnola is currently working on two documentaries outside of her normal film school projects. Her ultimate goal in the business side of filmmaking is to help bring the films of successful and talented filmmakers to the world. “Being involved in this aspect of film was never my intention,” Campagnola said, “but after experiencing it I realized it was the best for my personality.” - NICHOLLE WARD
English teacher wins KAKE’s Golden Apple Award Patient. A good listener. Sensitive. According to her students, all of these adjectives describe English teacher Clair Pennycuff, who was honored with the Golden Apple Award Oct.12. According to kake.com, this award is presented to teachers who have “gone beyond the call of duty for our children.” Reporters from KAKE News came during her eighth block to present the award. “It’s humbling [to win this award] because I always think about what else I could do to be a better teacher,” Pennycuff said. “It’s rewarding to know that my hard work paid off.” Teachers who win this award are featured on KAKE news every Saturday at 6 p.m.and in the Wichita Eagle. Along with the Golden Apple, Pennycuff received a Papa John’s pizza party for her class and $250 in cash from Papa John’s. Haddock
Computer Center also presented $250 to Principal Chris Bloomer. “I feel that we have great faculty and it was a very special treat to have one of them recognized for the Golden Apple,” Bloomer said. “Mrs. Pennycuff is an incredible teacher who works diligently to engage students in her subject. I believe that most, if not all, of her students know that she cares about them as individuals as well as students and it is that characteristic that makes her one of the area’s best.” Senior Taylor Mitchell nominated Pennycuff for the award by filling out a form on KAKE’s website in early September. “[I nominated her] because I think she’s a good teacher,” Mitchell said. “She puts her students before herself and she always makes sure to spend her time explaining concepts to students that don’t understand.” - EMMA PADGETT
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IN HONOR OF HER TEACHING ABILITIES, Clair Pennycuff receives the Golden Apple Award from a KAKE News representative Oct. 12.
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Complete the Sudoku puzzle so that each square, column and row contains the numbers one through nine.
Seen on students’ Twitter accounts I never know when a song ends on my Classical Pandora station.... @emmartyy Oh wait! #ReasonsIFailAtBeingA Girl I’m not going to spend $100 dollars on a pair of jeans. You know how many bouncy balls that could buy??? @PrettyyMuchMadi We have to go to school for 5 days this week? That’s absurd! @blippold14 Why must you have a girlfriend?! #WeCouldBeNerdyTogether @CorrellDanielle
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november paladin staff EDITOR-IN-CHIEF/DESIGN EDITOR sarah frangenberg MANAGING/STUDENT LIFE EDITOR rachel walker PHOTOGRAPHY EDITOR connor mueller ONLINE PHOTO EDITOR melissa mckinney BUSINESS MANAGER gabby ferraro COPY EDITOR emma seiwert NEWS EDITOR caroline engle OPINIONS EDITOR grace hesse FEATURE EDITOR katie elliott SPORTS EDITOR amanda schmitz ONLINE STORY EDITOR katie crandall CIRCULATION MANAGER monica davied ASST. NEWS EDITOR emma padgett ASST. DESIGN EDITOR ali oatsdean STAFF WRITERS olivia ayres, nicholle ward STAFF PHOTOGRAPHERS tyler drinnen, emilie kennedy, crystal klaichang, sophie loehr, briana lopez, melissa mckinney, graham oldfather, meggie schafer, georgia schaefer, kaila trollope ADVISER ashley watkins
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Summary websites can help students better understand reading, should not be misused SparkNotes, Shmoop, CliffsNotes — more available to students, many take all are effective websites to help students advantage of the convenience of reading better understand novels read in English these rather than the actual novel. Doing class. Accordingly, 33 percent of Kapaun what is easy, however, is not always the Mt. Carmel students use these websites most prudent option. It may be hard to for this purpose, according to a survey of find time to complete homework, but it is a 132 students Oct. student’s obligation 24. In contrast, and reading is In response to the statement “SparkNotes however, 26 percent part of homework. should serve the purpose of reviewing and of KMC students do Also, it is far more assisting rather than replacing the reading all not read the novel satisfying to actually together,” Paladin staffers responded: at all; instead, they read and complete Agree: 14 skip straight to a a novel than to Disagree: 0 summary. Rather “SparkNote it.” This than doing this, avoids cheating however, students should manage their and leads to less guilt and better grades. time wisely and read the assigned novels. SparkNotes, Shmoop and CliffsNotes are Often, it is far more convenient to beneficial websites, but they are misused read a summary. Easy to access, quick to too often. read and understand, these websites can Time management is the key. Rather prevent tight situations such as failing than put oneself in a time crunch and turn quizzes, tests or book reports. They give to these summary websites, read a little excellent summaries, so students will bit every night to finish the novel on time. probably be semi-successful or may even Instead of being part of the 26 percent do better on whatever quiz or test they who do not complete the reading, be one may take than if they had read the book. of the 33 percent who use the websites for The question is, however, is it better to be extra help. This will lead to more honesty, semi-successful or to be honest? less cheating, less guilt and ultimately As summary websites become more success.
letter from the editor Dear PALADIN readers, Please note a mistake made in the last issue of the Paladin. Coach David Roberts does not have posters of Garth Brooks; instead, he owns posters of John Wayne. As always, we invite your ideas, input and letters. All letters should be under 150 words and signed. We reserve the right to edit or omit any letters. Baseless accusations, libelous statements, insults or unsigned letters will not be considered for publication. Take letters to Room 215 or mail to the address on this page. Sincerely, Sarah Frangenberg, Editor-in-Chief
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Cats: the worst kind of entertainment, companionship Buy me a dog, snake, turtle, bird, hamster, rabbit or even a lizard. Basically, any animal but a cat. Maybe there is some secret among pro-cat people I do not know, because I cannot think of any reasons someone would want one. Dogs are loyal and excellent protectors. They play around. The good ones comfort their sad owners. Rabbits hop around, and it is fun to play with their floppy ears. Hamsters at least run on a wheel. Cats, however, just eat, sleep and relieve themselves. What is a cat good for? Shedding all over the place, sure. Waking me up from peaceful sleep because they are hungry for the 10th time – that too. Our former cat, Hercules, lived outside, except when he snuck into the house. Out of five beds he could have chosen to nap on, he chose the allergic person’s bed. He contaminated my bed with cat hairs and dirty paws every time. Cats always seem to be in the way. He loved jumping right on top of my homework. Oh, but he thought it was OK because he was comfy and he did
not think I was doing anything important anyway. Then, when I would pull into the driveway, Hercules would not move. It looked as though he was tempting me to run over him. I guarantee if cats are in the way, it is you who has to move to accommodate. Where dogs may protect us if there is a stranger around, cats disappear. When everything is OK for them, they will come back to continue to beg for endless petting. When I did give in and pet Hercules, he bit me. I never knew what he wanted from me. This is their personality exactly: the world revolves around them. They are prima donnas, walking around acting like they are superior. As far as loyalty goes, Hercules always went to any person with food. They think the owner is just there for feeding them and for nothing else. Speaking more moderately, I would say that I think kittens are very adorable. That does not change their annoying qualities. They are cute for five minutes, any more than that and all cuteness is out the window. Until one specific cat can prove me wrong and convert me, I will remain anti-cat. - GRACE HESSE
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sophomore cecilia knapp Yes. I really enjoy reading and English class is a good way to read classic books that are actually good. I also like reading them because when you give a report on the book, it’s easier to write about it.”
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Yes and no. If it is a book I really like then I’ll spend hours reading page after page. When we are assigned books I don’t take an interest in then I will skim through the pages to get general information.”
Yes, I do read them because I feel the best way to learn all of the information is to read the book. I love reading and so I enjoy it as well.”
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“[The Loved One has a] pretty vicious satire of the American obsession with death and avoiding the realities of death.” - teacher Patricia Raglin “I did not like the book. It had very dry humor and seemed unrealistic. The occupations that the characters had were very odd.” - senior Alex Lutz
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“[The Crucible] shows how ignorance and good intentions can interweave to destroy lives. It is also relevant today when fear of the terrorists, or any other irrational emotions over other people, can lead to hasty and prejudiced judgments.” - teacher Maria Butler “I think that it’s interesting because it deals with witchcraft. Puritans are a part of our history because they helped colonize America.” - junior Drew Edmiston
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“The first time I read [Fahrenheit 451] when I got here, I had few positive impressions related to the book. As I have continued to read it each year, I have gained a greater appreciation of Bradbury’s insight into our society’s desire for instant gratification.” - teacher John Kadel
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“I do enjoy reading The Alchemist. The book has many little quips that can be applied to our lives as we go on our personal journeys in life.” - teacher Angela Etheredge “It’s a good book that teaches you to listen to your heart. It shows that someone must have love to gain happiness.” - freshman Meg Dionisi
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SparkNotes: A
The “No Fear” secti on of SparkNotes pro vides simplified versions of many diffic ult novels. Not only does this include all Shakespeare’s most of popular plays, but it also contains many oth works such as The Sc er arlet Letter, Beowulf, A Tale of Two Cities an Heart of Darkness. d The site includes no t only academic help, but celebrity gossip well. As someone wh as o is easily distracted, this made it more dif ficult for me to focus on studying the matte r at hand.
CliffsNotes: A+
There are many subje cts on this site other than literature. Wheth one needs help in ca er lculus, foreign langu ages, physics, writin or accounting, this g site has it all. With over 38 different cla subjects, CliffsNotes ss is prepared to help wi th any need a student might have. The literature section does not have as ma ny novels as some of the other sites do. It has all of the comm on books read in En lish classes, but if a gstudent is reading a more recent or unkn novel, this site will pro own bably not have a study guide on it.
Pink Monkey: C
Pink Monkey contains many recent novels, in addition to older, classic reading. There are many new titles, and the site continuall adds new novels in ord y er to help students as much as possible. The layout of this sit e is very difficult to na vigate and visually un appealing. I quickly became bored while reading summaries they were unable to as keep me engaged. If students get distracte easily, this is not the d site for them.
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Shmoop has the mo st extensive test pre p section. It has helpf explanations, tips, an ul d information about the PSAT, SAT, ACT, tests and college en AP trance tests. In addit ion to this, it has sa tests for purchase tha mple t one can download straight to his or he computer, rather than r going to the booksto re and buying them. This site does not inc lude information on very many school su jects. It contains lite brature, basic math an d a few sciences, bu a student needs help t if in something other tha n that, he or she will have to resort to anoth er site.
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Students, teacher discuss family members in military, effects on home life The war in the Middle East may seem far away to some safe American citizens, but others feel its effects at home. In honor of Veterans Day this month, several members of the Kapaun Mt. Carmel community share stories about family members who have sacrificed their time and effort to serve the United States.
Senior Kate Watson For many students, the air show in September was entertaining to watch from afar; for senior Kate Watson and her family, it was a unique and memorable event in which her sister Kylee was sworn into the Air Force by the Thunderbird pilots. “I was very excited,” she said. “It was an honor; I’m very proud of her.” Watson said she is accustomed to the idea of Kylee being gone often, since her father has been in the Air Force for 21 years and was deployed once again a month ago. “I’m very proud to say he’s my dad and I’m proud of what he does,” she said. “It’s hard, but you get used to it.”
Watson said she and her sister always had to do more around the house growing up, and that the house always feels emptier in general when her dad is gone. “We only have one parent to go to [when something’s wrong], since we never know when he’s going to call or how long he’ll take to respond to an e-mail,” she said. Watson said she never wanted to be a part of the military when she was young, but has recently considered joining in the medical field. She said she is proud of her family, and part of her wants to do what her dad and sister do. “It is a sacrifice for a family to send someone in [to the military] knowing it could risk their life,” Watson said.
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Senior goes on monthly dates to choose which suitor is best This month’s bachelor, senior Noah Montgomery, took Kapaun Mt. Carmel’s bachelorette, senior Anna Korroch, on a unique date. Readers chose Wichita Ice Sport for the venue by online poll on kmccrusade.com. Montgomery picked Korroch up for ice skating Oct. 28, but he also had a few tricks up his sleeve. “I chose ice skating before I even saw the online poll,” Montgomery said. “It went really well. I definitely think she will want to go on another date with me again.” Montgomery first took Korroch to lunch at Caffe Modern in Old Town before the couple skated. “It was so fun,” Korroch said. “I haven’t laughed that hard in a while. Noah fell while we were ice skating, which was pretty funny. He’s such a sweetheart.” Knowing Korroch loves coffee, Montgomery took her to Starbucks as a final surprise.
Korroch’s last suitor was junior Ross Puritty. With an extremely well-planned date, Puritty outdid the first bachelor, senior Blake Torline, and Korroch ranked him in first place last month. Montgomery said he knew he needed to work hard to compete with Puritty’s extravagance. “Blake’s date was nice and laid back, and Ross’s was pretty fancy,” Montgomery said. “When I saw how those dates went, I knew I really had to step it up. I was under a little bit of pressure.” Korroch said her dates with Puritty and Montgomery are hard to compare because they were both so good. “I want the future dates to be just as well-planned and fun as they have been,” Korroch said. “So far, they have all been with great guys.” - RACHEL WALKER
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1. AT YEK MARKET DAY, senior Hannah Glasgow and junior Julia Taylor purchase puppy chow from junior Malerie Davied Oct. 30. “We did well,” Davied said. “It was crazy, especially during C lunch.”
2. PERFORMING IN SIDE BY SIDE BY SONDHEIM, the cast poses at the end of Act I. The show ran from Nov. 8-10. “It was so much fun,” senior Anne Hickerson said. “I loved our fancy costumes.”
3. DURING BATTLE OF THE BANDS, senior Raven Culver and junior Sam Genillo play together Nov. 3. “I ended up singing a capella, which was a little awkward,” Culver said. “I’d do it again if I could. I’d never done it before.”
4. PLAYING MANPUFF VOLLEYBALL, senior Jack Strickland
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Parish youth groups work to grow in faith, works Blessed Sacrament Blessed Sacrament’s CYO participates in many events, including a November lock-in, a ski trip to Colorado in January and a mission trip to Denver in March.This mission trip is sponsored by Christ in the City. “We go to Denver and talk to the homeless people in the streets,” junior Marie Baldessari said. “They are really grateful because no one has talked to them for a really long time. On the second day we help out at a school with whatever work they need done and on the last day we go hiking.” This CYO is mostly run by the kids, with Fr. Ben Green attending and supervising the meetings. A board of students meet every month to plan the upcoming events. “CYO is a way to be with your friends in a positive environment, with people who share your values,” Baldessari said. “It’s important for high schoolers to be involved in their parish.”
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St. Thomas Aquinas’ CYO meets every Monday night and concentrates their activities around local stewardship. Many of their projects include helping Fr. Dan Duling do work around the church or school. This group also saves up its money to go on one camping trip during the year and the March for Life. Each meeting also features a guest speaker.. “I feel that CYO brings me closer to God through the talks with speakers each week and the fellowship with those who go, because they are really good people,” junior Krissy Pfeiffer said. “What I like best about [CYO] is that I get to surround myself with people who will lead me closer to Christ. It is a break from the stress of the week and it is important for people to have someone they can go to with their
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Magdalen problems.” Magdalen’s MAX youth group meets every Sunday night. This group focuses more on the formation of the young soul, rather than on service projects. “Our youth group is more based around spiritual advancement for high school youth,” senior Logan McCully said.
“[MAX] brings me closer to God through the prayer we do, the leaders we have and the positive example they set for us.” McCully said he feels involvement in MAX allows one to get to know a more diverse group of people and also prepares the individual spiritually for adulthood. “Sometimes people always assume that anything that has to do with religion is completely boring, when in actuality it is a lot of fun.” McCully said. “People the same age getting together, having fun and worshiping God at the- same KATIEtime.” CRANDALL design by ali oatsdean
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Athletes argue cases for which winter sport is best “People should watch swimming because it is really fast-paced. It is something new and exciting because there is constantly someone winning. I think it is the best sport because it is one of the most challenging.”
“[Boys bowling is] fun. You get to watch your friends play, and support your school. We don’t really get a ton of people to come watch us, but whenever we do it always seems to help us out a lot. It’s just a fun sport to play.”
-senior boys swimmer Calvin Lies
-junior boys bowler Daniel Kelly “People should watch basketball because it is exciting and there are different plays every game. I think basketball is the best sport because we have a really good team. We also have very athletic players that help get people involved.” -senior boys basketball player
“[Wrestling] just takes the most willpower; we have to work out when we’re dehydrated. It’s the toughest physical sport. It can also get pretty intense. Most schools have at least a few good matches; it will come down to the wire, along with the duel.”
-junior wrestler Parker Howell
Damien Akao “People should watch basketball because we have a lot of expectations from last year and we are getting better and it’s fun to watch. It is the best sport because we have a lot of camaraderie on the team, plus coach Marvin Estes is like the best coach ever.
-sophomore girls basketball player Grace Hagan
“[Girls bowling is] really kind of fun to watch, just because anything can happen. You have to be focused and dedicated, but with other sports it’s really mentally and physically exhausting [as well], but you’re just having fun when you bowl.”
-junior girls bowler Natalie Meitzner
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Whether she is capturing freshmen and bringing them to football conditioning, dancing at pom camp, attending a “pre-game” dinner or warming up on the sidelines, senior pommie Abby Wagle is a leader on the squad. “As a leader, I try to be someone that the younger girls look up to and someone they can come to if they have trouble with anything,” Wagle said. “I think I lead well, but at the same time, I try to bring a more relaxed feel to practice.” Junior Abby Louis said Wagle pays individual attention to each team member, giving them good, positive, constructive corrections. “Abby is a wonderful leader,” coach Tiffany Cohlmia said. “She is not loud and in the other girls’ faces but is very quiet and positive.” Wagle dances in the Elite Company at Kansas Dance Academy. Wagle also received an AllAmerican Team nomination at pom camp this past year. “Abby has some wonderful strengths that
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she brings to the squad,” Cohlmia said. “I think her greatest strength is her dance technique. Skills come very natural to her.” Wagle said her favorite dance she has performed as a pommie was either the routine performed at the pep rally last year with the senior boys, or the Homecoming dance from last year because of the crowd’s reaction. “Abby has so much talent as both a dancer and a leader,” Louis said. “The team will miss her energy when she goes to college.” Wagle is undecided about whether she will dance in college, but she hopes dancing will always be in her life. “I have thought about trying out for college dance teams, but it is a huge time commitment,” Wagle said. “I am still keeping my options open, I hope that wherever my future takes me I can always dance because I am very passionate about it and it makes me happy.” -AMANDA SCHMITZ
What Makes a Good Fan?
What makes a good fan is someone who is always being positive and cheering not only for their best friends but the entire team. A good fan [goes] to all the games and supports KMC. Your goal should be to lose your voice by the time the game is over. You must get inside the other team’s head, without crossing the line, of course. Always show class and sportsmanship, no matter what the score.
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1. “Beating Bishop Carroll on their senior night was probably one of the most exciting games that we’ve played all season. Both Carroll and Kapaun had huge crowds, and it was a really intense game and everyone on our team played amazing the entire time.” -junior volleyball player Gabby Torline 2. “My favorite memory would probably be the first victory we had over West. 6 I had three touchdowns that game, and I felt happy that I helped the team.” meggie schafer -junior football player Steven Young 3. “We were previewing the cross country course at state when our coach [John Kornelson] jumped out at us amongst the trees and scared us all. It was funny because it lightened the mood and was out of coach’s character. -junior cross country runner Malerie Davied 4. “It was not so much one memory, but all the memories I had with my team. We had fun with each other and we built up each other up instead of tearing each other down.” -junior cross country runner Nolan Hesse 5. “After beating Northwest, I felt like the happiest person because we [knew] that after the win we [had] a chance to win the City League.” -senior soccer player Thomas Le 6. “[My favorite memory was] going to state. The day before, we had a practice round and we got to drive golf carts. We have to walk the holes normally, so we went crazy driving the carts and it made it so much fun. The day of state, I got done first [with my holes], so I got to cheer everybody else on.” -sophomore golfer Alex Jennings 7. “My favorite memory is all of the dinners we would have as a team and match-wise, all of the finals we played against Carroll, because they were always really intense. City League we knew that we had won seven years in a row and Carroll had all the pressure to come in and take that away from us, but we came through and beat them.” -sophomore tennis player Elizabeth Pringle
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