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Courier Staff and Editorial Policy Gabrielle Wolf.....................................Editor-In-Chief Opinion Editor Casey Beck.............................................Sports Editor Kaelan Reedy...........................................News Editor Brenna Hammer....................................Feature Editor Shantel Jangula...............................Business Manager Olivia Borchers................................General Reporter Austin Nelson...................................General Reporter Zane Deierling.................................General Reporter Maiya Fleck.....................................General Reporter Hannah Sagaser...............................................Adviser
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Athletes of the Month
Those Cleats are not just for Soccer
Pages From the Past
Invisible Wounds
The Running Dead
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Presidential Cheat Sheet
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Stick Poking Craze
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Stick poking craze
The new trend sweeping through the School AUSTIN NELSON General Reporter
Tattoos have been around since 3000 BC; it is now 2016 and we have seen a large growth in the popularity of stick poke tattoos. A stick poke tattoo is the insertion of ink under the skin done by a needle. These tattoos are not usually done by professionals; it is more of a do it yourself or done by a friend. Stick poke is a method of tattooing in jail but Photo submitted by Trinity Kibler has become more popular Mountains with stars Stick amongst the youth and Poke Tattoo creative minds. Stick poke tattoos are usually something very simple like a cat, a heart, the word “word” etc.. usually the tattoos are on a smaller scale. How does a tattoo work? Why is it permanent? How do you remove it? A misconception to the machine that gives tattoos is that the tattoo needle does not come to a single point, and does not inject under the skin. To make a basic line in tattooing, the artist uses a needle that has several points Photo by Austin Nelson that are grouped together. Tattoo needle used for For shading however it is set up like a paint brush where shading. the points are in a line, rather than grouped in a bunch. Ink is held between multiple needle points using capillary action and when the needle punctures the skin it drags the ink down into the dermis. Tattoos are permanent Photo by Austin Nelson and here's why, when you Stick poke tattoo in the form of get a tattoo it leaves large ink pigments in your skin. a cat
White blood cells try to go and remove tattoo ink, but they can not because a white blood cell is too small to basically eat and carry the ink to your liver. This is why tattoos fade away over a long period of time. If you want tattoos removed they are done by lasers, and they zap the pigment on the dermis. This makes the pigment smaller and breaks it apart so the white blood cell can carry it to your liver. Senior Trinity Kibler has been doing Stick Poke for about a year now and has ten tattoos. “I started doing tattoos because I’m a rebel.” Kibler said. “Don’t do it until you are sure you want one, and if you do it have Submitted by Trinity Kibler someone else do it that is good.” Nirvana Stick Poke Kibler has received a tattoo as well as given. Tattoo “People think they’re cool and everything, but they last forever. They don’t go away, only fade.” Ultimately, stick poke tattoos are not always the biggest in size or popularity but they are becoming popular. With the popularity make sure you’re seeking out someone who is experienced, and you are careful with the materials required.
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Stick Poke tattoos can be done anywhere a regular tattoo can be. Photo by Austin Nelson
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Don’t sprint to lunch. You won’t starve. I promise. Actually, just don’t run anywhere. It makes you look silly. and you’ll probably trip and fall. Then you’ll look even sillier.
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In the game Rock, Paper, Scissors, how does paper beat rock?
Why is the word for fear of long words, “hippopotomonstrosesquipedaliophobia,” so long?
Why doesn’t McDonald’s sell hot dogs?
Why does the zero on the phone come after one and not before it?
Photos taken by Olivia Borchers
Will falling down the stairs become any less embarrassing when you are an upperclassman?
When did you realize you weren’t in middle school anymore?
What is your biggest fear as a noob?
What is your nickname?
How big is your freshpack?
What is your most embarrassing moment of high school, so far?
“It’s where the 10 goes.” “Because they sell burgers, fries, and chicken.” “Because it’s a scary long word.” “Paper covers rock.” -Freshman Sage Bartlett
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“I’m not embarrassing.” “Not big” “Petie” “What’s a noob?” “May 24, 2016” “I don’t fall.”
Samuel Peterson
“Noobs of the Month” is a way to honor the freshmen of MHS. If you would like to be a Noob of the Month, please contact and give your information to a Courier staff member or Ms. Sagaser.
Noobs of the Month
“0 is not an actual number.” “McDonald’s is original.” “Because it’s a fear of long words.” “Paper is lighter than a rock.” -Junior Eden Holzer
“They go in order 1-9 and 0 stands for 10.” “As an esteemed employee of McDonalds, I do not want to make hotdogs due the fact that the McDog doesn’t sound appetizing.” “It scares people from saying it.” “Paper covers Rock, and those who play it do not yet grasp the concept of object och permanence.” re Alex M -Sophmo
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“Something to do with significant figures. *chemistry flashbacks*” “Ray Kroc, the CEO of McDonalds from 1954 to 1984, banned the sale of hotdogs by a McDonald’s because it was too much of a health risk.” “To get people over their fear? Or maybe whoever thought of it is just a sadist.” “I’ll throw a rock at you and you defend yourself with paper and we’ll see how this plays out.” -Senior Alec Stork
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October 13 -- Boys’ Football PINK OUT hosted at Faris Field vs. Jamestown 7:00 p.m. October 14 -- DECA -- Pumpkin Carving Social Event
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October 15 -- Girls’ Volleyball Meet hosted at Mandan Senior High Gym vs. St. Mary’s - 12:30 p.m.
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October 17 -- DECA -- Trick-or-Treat for Canned Goods Service Event #1
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October 18 -- Girls’ Volleyball PINK OUT hosted at Mandan Senior High Gym vs. Dickinson - 7:00 p.m. October 19 -- Girls’ Volleyball Meet hosted at Mandan Senior High Gym vs. Legacy - 7:00 p.m.
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October 29 -- DECA -- Applebees Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
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October 30-31 -- DECA -- Fall Leadership Conference #1
November 5 -- WDA Meet hosted at Mandan Aquatic Center vs. Multiple Opponents - TBA
#1 Due to limited space, the Courier Calender includes only home sporting events.
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PRESIDENTIAL CHEATSHEET KAELAN REEDY News Editor
s ' t T I ost alm Day! n o i t c e l T E Donald Trump is the Republican Party’s candidate. He is characterized by his history as a public figure, being an author, buisnessman, and television personality.
Jill Stein is the Green Party’s candidate. Before becoming a Presidential candidate, she acted as a physician and researcher, and has a long history in activism.
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Hillary Clinton is the Democratic Party’s candidate. Before announcing herself as a presidential candidate, she served as the 67th Secretary of the United States, and as First Lady during the presidency of Bill Clinton.
Gary Johnson is the Libertarian Party’s candidate. He served as the 29th governor of New Mexico as a member of the Republican Party.
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The running dead MAIYA FLECK General Reporter
The liquid latex is sticky and you can create realistic skin pattern with cotton balls. Stores like Spirit Halloween has these items for local options. Searching the web can provide cheaper alternatives and more options; Amazon has a variety of inexpensive makeup to buy in bulk.
Senior Mariah Bernal-Haman will be providing her special effect makeup skills at the first annual two mile Zombie Run. Tired of the typical Halloween outfits, BernalHaman wanted to take a different approach on her annual Halloween costumes and the THE Zombie Run fit ZOMBIE the criteria. “I like being able RUN to make people look different,“ Dakota Star Bernal-Haman Gymnastics, the said. local spot for flips Bernal-Haman and tricks, is hosting improved her the Zombie Run special effects event at the Mandan makeup by Disc Golf Course. watching stepDakota Star Photo submitted by Mariah Bernal-Haman Photo submitted by Mariah Bernal-Haman by-step tutorials Gymnastics, a nonKenadee Rishling from popular Senior T’ea Vogel models Mariah’s profit organization, Senior special effects makeup. Youtuber, Glam is hosting the event showcases a preview of Mariah’s makeup during and Gore. to raise money for zombie Glam and Gore’s channel includes special effects makeup new, more efficient homecoming week. and makeup for gym equipment that basic everyday can be used at the wear. Bernalnew sports complex. Haman received A minimum of 100 participants need to be signed up. recognition “I think [the from the zombie run] gets the Zombie Run attention of people through who wouldn't her job at normally sign up for Dakota Star a running event,” Gymnastics. said Director and Her go Gymnastics Braves to, easy, head coach Amanda at home, Lance. scary look This is a two Photo submitted by Mariah Bernal-Haman involves: mile run filled with Mariah’s father Sean Forschen lets liquid latex, exciting, intricate Mariah practice her make-up skills cotton balls, costumes, makeup, foundation and a great workout. on him. for skin tone, You can show off a Photo submitted by Mariah Bernal-Haman Halloween costume and oil makeup or red eyeshadow. “It’s a recreational thing anyone can do,” Bernal-Haman Mariah shows off a gory example of her skill in and still get in a said. workout. prosthetic makeup.
We’re not making this up! KAELAN REEDY News Editor
“Anti-Defamation League Declares Pepe the Frog as a Hate Symbol.”
“Texas Concludes Record-Breaking Streak of Not Executing People.” The state went an impressive 6 months without a single execution, before giving a lethal injection to convicted murderer Barney Fuller Jr. - Houston Press
“CCTV caught deaf, intellectually disabled trio discussing plot to murder house mate, court hears”
The popular meme has allegedly been adopted by an alt-right political movement, and listed in ADL’s database as a symbol used in “singling out Jewish users, particularly journalists, on social media.” However, the ADL also specified that “...because so many Pepe the Frog memes are not bigoted in nature, it is important to examine the use of the meme only in context.”
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“New York Monument honors victims of giant octopus attack that never occurred.” The statue, placed in Manhattan’s Battery Park next to other memorials, features a ferry being dragged into the ocean by a large octopus. Unlike the other somber memorials, this maritime tragedy never happened, though the statue is accompanied by a professionally made website and a documentary.
“Police appeal for information about chicken crossing road.”
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-The Guardian
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Invisible wounds
Ending the Stigma of Mental Illness BRENNA HAMMER Feature Editor
“You're fine.” “Calm down.” “It's not that big of a deal.” “It's all in your head.” Looking from the outside, it's hard to understand what it's like to have a mental illness. After all, people who struggle with mental illness don't look sick. They don't act sick. They seem just fine. So they're fine, right? Wrong. Mental illnesses, such as anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, eating disorders, OCD, PTSD, and schizophrenia can affect ANYBODY and they take a serious toll on the victims overall health. According to thekimfoundation.org, about 26.2% of Americans ages 18 and older suffer from a mental illness. That's a little more than 1 in 4 people in the U.S. alone. So why is that number so high? First, physical and mental health go hand-in-hand, and it's no secret that, overall, Americans are much less physically healthy than we used to be. Respectively, the number of Americans with a mental illness has also increased. According to apa.org, people with obesity were 37% more likely to develop major depression and 51% of people who have a major mental illness eventually will develop obesity. This starts a cycle of mental and physical issues that can be very difficult to get out of. The rise of technology also has a part in the increase of mental illnesses. People don’t feel the need to go outside of their comfort zone when they could easily stay home, order food and binge watch an entire season of Orange is the New Black. This can cause a rise in Social Anxiety Disorder, which can lead to depression, bipolar personality disorder and much more. Studies have found that students who tend to “multitask” (or, check facebook every 15 minutes while doing homework) are more likely to have lower grades. A similar study found that people who are exposed to artificial light from phones, computers or televisions are more likely to develop depression than those who aren’t (digitalresponse.org).
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It is important to start treating a mental illness before it gets too serious. To do this, you must be able to recognize the early signs. Sleep loss, appetite changes, mood swings, isolation, and seeming generally unhappy are some of the most common signs to a number of different mental illnesses. People may also experience physical symptoms such as increased heart rate, shaking, nausea, dizziness and vomiting. If you or someone you know is suffering with any of these symptoms, see your doctor as soon as possible to get on a possible treatment plan. If you think you may have a mental illness, you might be scared or embarrassed to bring it up to your parents or a therapist. As mentioned before, approximately 1 in 4 people in the United States has a mental illness. You are not alone. When telling a parent or doctor that you think you might have a mental illness, it’s best to be very straight-forward. Just say “I think I might have…”. Then you can get started finding ways to recover. Everybody gets better in different ways. Some people just need more exercise, some people need to eat better and some people need therapy. It doesn’t matter how somebody gets better, it’s just important that they do. Remember that mental illness is not a choice, but recovery is. When you decide that you want to get better, it’s important to know that your mental illness is not your fault. Mental illness, like any other illness, can be the result of many different things including stressful events, stressful life situations, environment, family history and other health problems. Once you have accepted yourself and your condition, you can really begin recovering. The tricky thing about healing from a mental illness is that everybody heals differently. To find what will work for you, try keeping a journal of what you do, what you eat, who you interact with, etc. It can help you understand what triggers your condition. From there you can begin to come up with a more personalized plan of how to overcome said condition. There is no right or wrong way to get better. Just remember that, no matter what, you are loved, you are worthy, you are special and you deserve to be happy. You need to be your first priority. Surround yourself with people who support you, not tear you down. Believe in yourself, and you can get better.
Listed below are hotlines for various stressful situations. Please call if you or someone you know is in need of immediate help: Suicide & Crisis Hotline: 1-800-999-9999 | Runaway Hotline: 800-621-4000 Teen Helpline: 1-800-400-0900 | Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 Domestic Violence Hotline/ Child Abuse: 1-800-422-2253 | Drug & Alcohol Treatment Hotline: 800-662-HELP Eating Disorders Center: 1-888-236-1188 | Help Finding a Therapist: 1-800-843-7274
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Other responses: “Haily Van Beek” -Senior “Dave Franco” -Junior “Jennifer Aniston” -Sophomore Photos courtesy of flickr and wikipedia
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Pages from the past
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CASEY BECK Sports Editor
The Mandan Courier is one of the longest running student newspapers in North Dakota. For almost 100 years, The Courier has gone through many changes in name and content, and the recent changes are nothing in the grand scheme of the Courier. The Courier was first started in the early 1920’s as a student led newspaper for the Mandan High School under the name, Spatterinx. The name was changed to the modern and more pronounceable “Courier” in March of 1929. The Courier went through several layout changes over the years and has now come to where the school paper stands today. When looking through the Courier archives, one is able to see how much style has changed and how much the content reflects the period of the time. From prohibition jokes to football rivalries to glimpses of a younger and similar Mandan, the Courier plans to showcase some of the greatest moments from their history.
Above: A prohibition-era poem and football box scores, including a 125 point victory for Williston, from the week of October 21 were a highlight from the October issue of the October 1921 Spatterinx Above: Exactly 50 years, the Braves held a 53-19 victory over the Minot-Ryan Lions. Homecoming week included a parade with class floats, a pep rally, and tug-of-war. The queen for 1966 was senior Debbie Knolls. This issue was from September 30, 1966. Right: An issue of the December, 1959 Courier highlights the ever important WDA basketball season. Key players on the roster for the ‘59’60 season were Al Fitterer, Leon House, John Ressler, Dan Strutz, Ken Ciavarella, Bill Engelter, Bruce Klein, Henry Beckler, Don Hertz, Dan Hilligoss, Jerry Toman, and Pat Johner. Valley City would go onto win that year’s state basketball title.
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Picture A: Senior Devan Rohrich runs the pre-game tunnel. Picture B: Cheerleaders salute the flag during the nation anthem. Picture C: Juniors Dylan Fleck and Carson Breuer shake hands before a dodgeball game. Picture D: Senior Dale Spilman plays a Homecoming pep rally game. Picture E: Seniors Eric Spilman and Kaylin Tomac smile for pictures after winning Homecoming King and Queen. Picture F: The Braves line up against the Midgets during the Homecoming football game. Picture G: Seniors Tyler Tweten, Ricky Zander and Alec Stork celebrate after a dodgeball win. Picture H: Seniors Ty Leingang, Dale Spilman and Matt Gunsch pose while coaching the Senior Powderpuff team.
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Get fit before the holidays
MAIYA FLECK General Reporter
Even though the hot, long summer days are ending, there is no reason to let your swimsuit body go. So, before a winter hibernation of no exercise or having to wait until you write your new year's resolution, here are four workout destinations where you can maintain your healthy lifestyle for a few more months. The YMCA is located at 1151 W Divide Ave, Bismarck. It’s hours are Monday-Thursday 4:30 AM-11PM and Saturday-Sunday 7 AM -7 PM. In addition to their free-weight equipment, the Y has a swimming pool, indoor track and basketball court for use. A student membership for the Y is $27 along with a $20 enrollment fee. The Y also provides child care and has a variety of classes that come with the membership fee. Anytime has the most flexible and accessible gym hours,Anytime is open 24/7. Located at 408 1st St NW Suite B, Mandan, it is a local gym. After 30 days you can access any Anytime Fitness gym with one membership. The Mandan Anytime Fitness offers no special classes, but the Bismarck location does. A key to Anytime costs $50, which provides you with 24 hour access to any Anytime gym. Proximal 50 is located at 1151 W Divide Ave, Bismarck. It is open Monday-Friday 5AM-9PM ,Saturday-Sunday 7AM–4PM. Proximal Fitness is new and clean. A monthly gym membership costs $40. Proximal provides yoga and zumba classes, these workouts last 30-55 minutes. Hours: Mon-Fri 4:30 AM- 11 PM Sat and Sun 7-7 Gold’s Gym is located at 517 S 5th St, Bismarck near Petco and Target. Gold’s gym offers specialties like cycling, zumba, and yoga. Gold’s provides child care and has a fully functioning smoothie bar. For $9.95 you can get access to just the floor. There is an additional cost for classes and other commodities like tanning.
GABRIELLE WOLF Editor-in-Chief
Homecoming Instagram Contest
The MHS Courier has the results for the 2016 Homecoming Week Instagram photo contest. The winning pictures have been chosen by their school spirit, creativity, and attention drawing capabilities. Special recognition went to Micayla Bitz for her school spirit. The second place winner is Catalena Ogden, and she received a $15 gift card to Classic Rock Coffee. The first place winner is Emily Schmidt, and she received a $30 gift card to the Grand Theatres. Congratulations winners, and thank you to everyone who participated in the Homecoming contest this year.
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Those cleats are not just for soccer One Mandan girl goes from the soccer pitch to the football field ZANE DEIERLING
“I have two sisters who both have played football with my brothers and I,” Spilman said. “I never doubted Senior Samantha Bussman has taken on kicking this year for the that a girl could Mandan Braves. She has been playing soccer since kindergarten play football, and varsity ever we learned very since the eighth quickly that she grade. This fall could kick and she decided very accurate she would give at that.” football a try. Bussman was Bussman was approached by approached by many coaches Mandan’s head before deciding coach Todd she was going Sheldon after to try out for being shown the team. Even game film of though initially Bussman playing getting onto the soccer. Sheldon team was not talked to Bussman an issue, the about joining the anxiety of not football team. being accepted “She is by other players Photo by Brenna Hammer working in the weight room and kicking so not much would be enough Bussman stands out amongst her conditioning is needed on our part,” Sheldon said. to stop For a teammates. a n y o ne female to f r o m want to try joining the male dominated sport. and join “I was nervous, I didn’t know how the team a male would feel about having a girl on the team, dominant but they are very accepting,” Bussman said. sport like Bussman’s friends were also supportive of her football is trying football, and were excited for her to be playing. definitely “I feel that if a girl has the talent to compete with boys then not a walk there is no reason she shouldn’t be able to,” Spilman said. in the park. She also talked about the fact that there was no negative Fortunately, feedback in any way from any fellow teammates. in this “They include me when I’m with them, particular so I don’t feel left out,” Bussman said. situation, Spilman was asked about Bussman’s role on the team. there was “Sam and fellow kicker Ian Dahners have both proven no question to be very valuable to the team this year.” Spilman said. of whether “Although she does not need to be able to deliver a big Photo by Casey Beck she would hit or even receive one, she needs to have a powerful leg. be allowed Bussman showing off her athleticism at the She is currently made three for three PAT’s kicking to join the Homecoming Powderpuff game. for the varsity roster and says her goal for football is team or not. to simply make every attempt she earns on the field. Senior The Braves have two games left this season Dale Spilman, a teammate of Bussman’s, also expressed how and Bussman is expected to participate in both. he believes the team has reacted to playing alongside a female.
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Sports Round-up
Sports Editor
Boys’ Soccer
Freshman Kelby Rinas is currently in her second season of leading the girls’ team. Rinas’ best time this year has been a 19.02 at the Mandan Kiwanis meet. Other major runners for the girls include seniors Kaycee Fry and Sharrie Heinert and eighth-grader Amaya Ramsey. The next meet for the team will be the state tournament in Jamestown on October 22
The Braves soccer team has been struggling to gain momentum this season, but are looking for a fresh start with new The Braves football team has struggled head coach Stephen Weston. to keep the ground Under Weston, the they made in the 2015 boys are currently season. This can be 0-15-0 overall and chalked up to several ranked last in the West reasons, including the Region. loss of a majority of However, the team last season’s varsity Mandan volleyball has roughly run the had several standout starters. players in those middle of the road, this season. This puts The boys currently 15 games. Senior the Braves in the number six spot in the stand with a 0-6 Austin Leingang WDA. overall record. Senior Mackensi Higlin currently leads leads the team in Despite this record, goals and points, the team in both kills with an average several key players with sophomore Alex of 9.7 per match and aces with 1.4 per have come forward. Photo by Olivia Borchers Larson leading in game. Other key players on squad include Seniors Alex Horner The Braves’ line has been a key assists. sophomore Kennedy Harris with the most currently leads in assists, and sophomores Sydney Walter The boys had a feature in all games this season rushing and passing rough season, but and Megan Sander, who lead in digs and and includes many important with Griffen Fettig will hopefully turn blocks, respectively. players. leading in receiving The next match for the Braves will be it around with new yards. Other key coach Weston in the October 13 at Century and then the girls players have been seniors Ty Leingang, coming years. will square off against Belecourt at home Dale Spilman, and Jaden Andresen, as well on October 15. as sophomore Ian Dahners. The next game for the Braves will be The Mandan The Mandan on October 13 against Jamestown at Faris Braves’ Cross Braves Tennis Field starting at 7:00 pm. Country team, both team had a solid boys and girls, run this year. have been running Unfortunately, the the middle of the State tournament West Region, this was not able to be The girls’ golf team have had a fantastic year, and look to covered. year and concluded the season at the state continue this trend Despite this, tournament. The Mandan Braves took at state. This is the the boys had a third at WDA and only dropped to a still first year for both good showing at impressive fourth at state held at the Prairie teams’ coaches Bill the West Region West Course in Mandan. Greb and Hilary tournament. This has been a major year for the girls’ Feist. Seniors Connor golf program. Senior KayCee Schulz was The team Weiland and Tyler a major player throughout the season and currently averages Photo by Casey Beck Tweten led the was able to secure a top five position at 8th place at meets. Seniors Connor Weiland and Tyler team a majority state. Other key golfers for the Braves Currently, the best Tweten led the tennis program this of the year. Their this season were senior Megan Broechel, runner for the boys year, as well as taking second in senior doubles sophomore Cortnie Mongeon, who took is Senior Landon doubles at WDA. team was able to home the August Athlete of the Month, and Kleingartner with a secure a second sophomore Payton Roehrich. best time of 17.24. Overall, this was a great season for Other key runners for the boys have been place medal at WDA. Other key players for the Braves this the Mandan Braves, who can look to the junior Ben Fishbeck, sophomore Mason coming seasons to replicate and improve Brown, senior Eric Spilman, and freshman season were freshman Ben Gartner and junior David Hoffman. on this year. Braden Johnson.
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Mandan welcomes new Braves coaches
This fall season brings three new coaches and an athletic director to the Mandan Braves CASEY BECK Sports Editor
Head Coach Bill Greb
Both cross country teams were in need of new coaching staffs coming into the 2016 season. Head Coach Bill Greb took over the boys’ team from former head coach Nick Towner. Greb, a Valley City native, came to Mandan to teach math at the Mandan Middle School, as well as coach. “I started to come down to visit a friend who moved down here. And I really liked the area,” Greb said. “So when I saw the job opening, I applied because Photo from NDHSAA.com I wanted to stay in the state.” Greb also took the job as the distance coach for the Mandan Braves track and field team. Greb says that he has come to love the community and the staff he works with. “I work with a great group of guys, most of them are fellow coaches. Parents and the team have also been great and very constructive,” Greb said. The team has also given Greb some of their hardest work and he has been very proud of that so far. “ The work ethic is great. Alotta you guys are giving it full effort,” Greb said.
Head Coach Stephen Weston One of the newest additions to the Braves coaching staff also comes from the furthest away. Head boys’ and girls’ coach Stephen Weston was hired this summer to replace Tyler Gerhardt and Jennifer Kessler, respectively. Weston has lived in Mandan for roughly five years with most of that time as an assistant coach. Weston is originally from England and came Photo from NDHSAA.com here to play soccer, attend college, and be with family. “I always joke that I put my hands over my eyes and just pointed at the map and somehow that’s how I landed here,” Weston said. Weston inherited the Mandan soccer teams and already has plans for the betterment of the programs. “For the girls, we want to get to state and I have very high expectations for all the teams,” Weston said. Overall, Weston says that he is very excited to take on the program. The new Braves coach also stated that the community has been very warm and welcoming to him and his wife.
Head Coach Hilary Feist
The other new cross country coach for the girls’ team is Hilary Feist. Feist also teaches at the Mandan Middle School and wants to bring her experience to her team. “I coached track in Mandan and Bismarck, So I guess I just missed it. I enjoy running.” Feist said. Feist is currently coaching some of the best runners in the state, Photo from NDHSAA.com including freshman Kelby Rinas, who has been a standout since her seventh-grade year. Feist has also come to grow and love the community of runners and families that support the team. “They are all very supportive. The runners have told me what used to be, while also being accepting of trying some new stuff,” Feist said.
Athletic Director Mark Wiest Not only did Mandan welcome three new coaches, but the Braves also have a new Athletic Director after the retirement of Lorell Jungling. Mark Wiest comes from Jamestown to fill in the position. Wiest comes into this new position with an extensive resume in education. Not only has he taught in Jamestown and taken on several management positions there, but Wiest has Photo from NDHSAA.com also coached basketball there, and continues to do so. “I have six years of administration experience in the role as a elementary, which has a lot of similarities to the role I’m in now,” Wiest said. A love of Wiest's has always been basketball. He has experience coaching at almost every level from college to elementary. He strongly believes that one role will influence and help the other. “I think they can both bring different viewpoints and philosophies, but I still coach. At this point, I’ve been coaching for since I was around 20 years old. I think having that background is important,” Wiest said. With that background and a knowledge in administration, many are already saying that Wiest is the right fit for the job.
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August Athletes of the Month
ZANE DEIERLING General Reporter
Is there a win that sticks in your mind? Why does it?
When we won the Mandan invitational my seventh grade year. It was Mandan’s first win in a long time.
How about a loss?
When we had four score during the 80’s, but it only got us third place in WDA.
If you could be any flavor of pizza, what would you be? Why? Pepperoni, because it’s my favorite.
What teammate should we be following on Instagram? Why?
Mckayla Swallow, she posts a lot about our golf team.
Who is your sports role model? Jordan Speith Photo submitted by Dean Johs
Girls’ Golf
Cortnie Mongeon
If you could arm wrestle any teammate, who would you? Why?
Victoria Wu, because I could actually win.
What song best describes your sport?
“Hit Me with Your Best Shot” by Pat Benatar. for me.
If you could be any flavor of pizza, what would you be? Why?
I would be cheese pizza because why mess with other toppings.
What teammate should we be following on Instagram? Why?
I would have to say Ben Gartner, but honestly my Insta is A+ so toss me a follow.
Who is your sports role model? Novak Djokovic
If you could arm wrestle any teammate, who would you? Why? Photo by Casey Beck
Boys’ Tennis
Connor Wieland Is there a win that sticks in your mind? Why does it?
My win against Williston sticks in my mind because it is the longest match I have ever played, I had to win in three tiebreakers.
How about a loss?
There is not a particular loss that sticks out
Caleb Wanner because I would honestly laugh the entire time.
What song best describes your sport?
“Hit Me with Your Best Shot” by Pat Benatar. Coach Paul Christen nominated Connor for the award: “Connor Wieland has done a great job as the Braves’ top player in the month of August. Connor’s shining moment this month was in his #1 singles match against Williston. He won the first set in a tie-
Coach Dean Johs nominated Cortnie for these accomplishments: “Cortnie had an amazing August for the Girls’ Golf Team. She was our most consistent golfer and most surprising. Three times she finished in tournaments in the top 10, with two 10th places and one 6th-place finish. All of these times she would not have been ranked to finish that high. All three outings marked a personal best that just kept getting lower and lower. Cortnie has been a model of determination and hard work. She has matured greatly in how she plays the game with poise and confidence. She has stepped up and really has emerged as one of our team’s trusted leaders. Her scoring allowed the Brave Girls to capture two Team Titles out of the first four tournaments. That is the first time MHS golfers have won two tournaments in a season since almost two decades ago.”
breaker, 7-6(7-5), and then lost the second set in a tie-breaker, 6-7(7-4). The third set was destined to go to a tiebreaker and Connor prevailed, 7-6(7-3). Connor ended the month with an 11-7 overall record and a 4-0 record against other #1 singles players from the West in best-of-three matches. It isn’t easy being in the #1 spot on a team, but Connor has stepped up nicely for the Braves. If he continues his strong play, the team will be able to push for a state berth at the end of the season.” Wieland also played very well during the WDA and State Tournaments. Wieland and his doubles partner, Senior Tyler Tweten, were able to secure a second place finish in Minot at the West Region Tournament.
Other athletes nominated for the month of August were: senior Matt Gunsch, football, and freshman Kelby Rinas , girls’ cross country. Coaches responses are from http://www.mandan.k12.nd.us and the Mandan MAR club