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Dodger the
Dodger staff
Codi Ehrlich......................Co-Editor Anthony Reardon..............Co-Editor Trevor Otterstein..................Opinion Luke Bunker.........................Opinion
Kristi South....................... Lifestyles
News
Meghan Lee.............................News
Band Competitions
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Doritos Olympics
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Jordan Stevens.................. Lifestyles Ethan Hutchcraft.....................Sports Hunter Edwards......................Sports
Cristina Yeverino................Reporter Alysia Garvalena.................Reporter Jean-Damien Bouyer...........Reporter Erin Finley..........................Reporter
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Kristine Rusinova................Reporter
Feature/Entertainment
Cindy Moore........................ Adviser
Be Afraid...
Ethan Hutchcraft......... Photographer
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Paranormal Acivitiy Saw VI (and others)
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Opinion Life’s Annoyances It’s Alive!
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Sports Hatchet
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Volleyball Substate
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Scoreboard
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OOOH The Horror!!! -Anthony Reardon Yes, DCHS, today is the eve of All Hallows Eve. And what better way to celebrate than to discuss my ever-living enthusiasm for horror movies and the like. This enthusiasm began as a kid watching shows like “Courage the Cowardly Dog,” “Are Your Afraid of the Dark,” and “So Weird” and progressed over time to horror movies such as “A Nightmare on Elm Street,” “Halloween,” and even “The Exorcist.” Over time, my interest has grown to be a full-blown obsession in finding what just may be the scariest movie of all time. Unfortunately, whenever a truly scary film is released it almost never comes to Dodge *cough* Paranormal Activity *cough*. But I digress. So without further ado, here is my life’s epic horror timeline. It is my strong belief that my obsession began in early childhood, watching “Courage the Cowardly Dog.” This easily frightened canine encountered all sorts of ghouls through each episode, to the extreme pleasure of my undeveloped mind. Little Courage battled robots, weremoles, an alien goose, mummies, zombies, mad scientists, and countless other creatures that initially sparked my interest in horror. Not to mention the fact that the old couple who “co-starred” this show strongly resembled some family members of mine and were also from Kansas –Nowhere, KS to be exact. As I grew older, I realized that there was more than one channel on TV, and my focus was switched to Nickelodeon. On this network, the show “Are You Afraid of the Dark,” a show that by today’s standards should never, EVER, be allowed to be on a children’s network, quickly captured my interest. This show was about
teenagers telling scary stories around a campfire about people encountering countless creatures of an evil nature and nobody believing them in every single episode. With an intro that still makes my skin crawl and an ever-present tone of despair, this show fed off the fears within every child about what is in that dark area in your closet and under your bed –and kept myself awake for countless evenings thinking I would be attacked by a floating black shadow thingy with fangs that drip blood. Then I discovered Disney Channel (it was Zoog Disney back then –when the shows were actually good). On this former TV network there was a little show called “So Weird,” which I admit, today I would, by no means, ever watch (bad acting, bad effects, and bad quality make Anthony very angry). This show was similar to the other shows in that they basically had the same “What goes bump in the night” theme. In fact, thinking about all the paranormal-type shows over the years — Charmed, Buffy, Angel, Supernatural, Fringe, Medium, Ghost Whisperer — they all have been about the exact same thing, and are pretty much the exact same shows. No matter how similar, these shows somehow manage to entice people and draw them further and further into the horror genre. But knowing exactly why is a bit difficult. Is it because they have cool names? Is it because people enjoy the occasional low-budget special affects and scary faces? OR is it because 90% of these shows happen to star some ridiculously hot chicks? I’m opting for all of the above. But no matter what reason, the shows have an uncanny ability to capture my attention –regardless of the fact that none of them are
actually scary. I was in seventh grade when I actually did start to watch legitimately frightening shows and they came in the form of horror movies. Which horror movie you ask? The Grudge. And it was more so because I happened to be in love Sarah Michelle Geller than the fact that I actually wanted to see a movie that would scare me. In all actuality, I wasn’t expecting a scary movie. So you can imagine my surprise as I watched that decrepit lady zombie ghost crawl down those stares with those blood-filled eyes and that croaking-frog noise that she was constantly making. Shortly after that mildly traumatizing experience, I discovered horror week on AMC, thus finalizing my transition into a horror fan. This channel introduced me to literally ALL of the classics –i.e. Nightmare on Elm Street, Halloween, every good Stephen King movie, Friday the 13th, Children of the Corn, even the Exorcist franchise. However, with the last one mentioned I would altogether just not recommend watching it considering when I did, I spent the entire evening with every light in
sight turned on, clutching a Bible in the fetal position. I think that regardless of how scary something actually is, I am drawn into watching it just because of the mystery and thrill behind it all. To me, nothing sounds more fun than being chased around by a psychopathic clown with razor-sharp teeth who vows revenge against society for a minor discretion that occurred a few centuries ago. The stories are beyond outlandish; the creatures are the inspiration for nightmares; and the events are the epitome of horrifying. It is these reasons that my obsession with horror will only continue to grow. It will also continue to grow because PARANORMAL ACTIVITY hits Dodge’s theaters tonight! And regardless of the fact that I won’t be seeing it until tomorrow because the Hatchet is tonight, you can rest assured that this movie will only make me ecstatic about all things horror — and possibly make me start crying tears of fear. Happy Halloween, Yo!
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Pride of Southwest Kansas
Marching band earns I’s in competition -Erin Finley On the cold winter morning of Oct. 10, the entire Pride of Southwest Kansas gathered at Memorial Stadium to practice one more time before the biggest performance of the year. Band students stumbled out of cars still weary from the homecoming game the night before and hauled sacks of food, clothes, and blankets inside the stadium. Small huddles of students could be seen trying to keep as warm as possible and praying that their fingers wouldn’t fall off. “To keep warm I had to wear lots of layers,” Brittiny Moore, flute, said. “Thermals are always good!” At 6:45 a.m. students gathered on the field with so many layers of clothes on that people were unrecognizable. It was time to prepare for the most important day as a bandie. Motivational speeches were given and everybody finally realized that today was the day. “I think the speech was to help us realize mentally what was really about to happen and that the time had come to show what we had worked for all these hours of our time,” Alejandra Martinez, color guard, said. Then buses were loaded and food was unpacked as the long trip to Manhattan for the Central States Marching Festival (CSMF) began. With a few minor delays along the way, the buses eventually made it
to Snyder Stadium. The first stop was a clinic with K-State band members and Andy Feyes. “It’s always good for students to hear critique from leading music educators around the country, and this clinic provides that,” Erica Lindberg, Director of Bands said. “The clinic is an excellent warm-up to the day’s festival performance, and we walk away with constructive comments for improvement!” The band performed their show and then got helpful hints about how to improve it. “At this particular clinic, we worked on backwards marching, stronger tone quality, and overall energy while marching/playing,” Lindberg said. All too soon it was time to warm-up in the parking lot for the big performance. A rowdy round of Band Tae-Bow was started and many jumping jacks were jumped in an effort to keep essential body parts from getting frostbite. Soon the band was set up in the block and marching down into the tunnel to wait for their turn on the field. The mood was somber as everybody marched into position blowing hot air through their instruments so the show songs would still sound good. Each student had different emotions as they prepared to perform the show. “In my head I remember thinking, this is it, all you have worked for, no time for mistakes,
no time for second-guessing, just go out there and do it!,” Martinez said. There it was- the gunshots. “Dodge City, you may take the field for festival performance,” announced the loud speaker. The band began the first song of their show, “The Dark Side of Oz,” which features Pink Floyd music tied in with the Wizard of Oz. The four songs in the show are Time, Money, Us and Them, and Brain Damage. As quickly as it started the show was over and the band was marching off the field and up the millions of stairs that appear to never end. As they marched they tried to decide if it had been good enough. “I thought it was good enough for a I. We tried our best in the freezing weather just like the other bands, and we deserved it, even though we still have some things to clean up,” said Martinez. Next was the video critique. This video is taken from the press box above the stadium and is practically a bird’s eye view. Every straight line can be seen, and likewise, every crooked line. Applause was heard as lines were hit as well as sighs of disapproval when things were wrong. The hard work was over but now the suspenseful waiting for the scores began. Due to the bad weather, the PRIDE wasn’t able to stay for
the awards ceremony. However, the scores were obtained and the band learned that the coveted festival rating of I (Superior) was received. Celebratory dances and yells echoed throughout the band. All the hard work of the past 2 ½ months had paid off. Despite the cold weather and obstacles, they had achieved their goal. The PRIDE had gotten a I. “When we got our superior rating, I was elated and relieved that after all our hard work, it finally payed off,” Bryce Hostetler, clarinet, said. It wasn’t just the students celebrating. The directors were proud and happy as well. “I was very pleased for our band, we’ve worked extremely hard and put in lots of time and energy. Our students deserved a great reward for their great efforts and accomplishments! VERY PROUD of our bandies,” Lindberg said. “When a director sees the rating, it’s such an awesome rush to feel the success of a “1--Superior” rating! Every performance is a direct reflection of my teaching, and I take the competition very seriously” The Pride of Southwest Kansas also competed at WAC in Garden City on Oct. 20. They were again successful and received a I. The band also participated in the Andover festival on Oct. 28. Results are to be announced.
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Team Choir!
First choir concert takes stage Oct. 22 -Erin Finley On Thursday, Oct. 22, the DCHS all four school choirs, Class Act Chorale, Madrigals, Women’s Ensemble and Concert Choir, performed for the first concert of the season. “I was really excited about the first concert. The classes were well prepared and it should be a good year,” Isabella Beltran, 10, said. The choirs performed a wide variety of songs from the German, Latin, Spanish, Spirituals, multicultural, and English genres. Some of the songs included in the concert were Go Down Moses, Joy Inside!, Turn the World Around, Ein Hennlein Weiss, Dindirin, and Dodge City High School Song. “I adored the songs we sang,” said Adriana Hernandez, 10. “My favorite was O Vos Omnes. It was
hard but extremely beautiful and melancholy.” Choir students put a lot of hard work and dedication into their singing. Some choirs practiced each day while others practiced every other day. Choir is a group effort, according to Kelly Knedler, choir director. “[I am proud of] how they work together so well. We call ourselves Team Choir!,” Knedler said. Even though being part of the choir takes hard work and practice, students still enjoy the class. “I like everything about choir. There is nothing I don’t like. It is my favorite thing. I love singing and being with people I love,” Beltran said. The next choir event is state and district choir auditions on Saturday, Nov. 7 at DCMS.
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-Cristina Yeverino Since last Friday many students have participated in the dress competition for Red Ribbon Week. What is Red Ribbon Week? Red Ribbon week is the oldest and largest drug prevention campaign in the country. This tradition came to be because of a man called Enrique “Kiki” Camarena. Camarena worked his way through college, served in the Marines and became a police officer. Then, he decided to join the U.S Drug Enforcement Administration. The DEA sent Camarena to work undercover in Mexico to investigate a major drug cartel that was believed to include officers in the Mexican army, police and government. On Feb. 7, 1985, the 37-yearold Camarena left his office to meet his wife for lunch. Five men appeared at the agent’s side and shoved him in a car. One month later, Camarena’s body was found in a shallow grave. He had been tortured to death. Within weeks of his death, clubs launched for him began wearing red badges of satin, red ribbons, as a symbol of Camarena’s memory. In 1988 this became a National event. Although the start/end dates can vary slightly, DCHS celebrated Red Ribbon Week Oct. 23-Oct. 30. On Oct. 18 they planted red tulips at the North end of the east
parking. “The idea is to plant the tulips in the fall and they will spring to life, brilliant red around prom time,” said SADD sponsor Barbara Williams. “The symbolism is to remember to make wise decisions during this exciting time,” Williams added. SADD members did their traditional ribbon tying activity on car antennas in the school parking lot. There was also a “Grim Reaper” who entered classrooms throughout the day tapping victims on the shoulder. That victim was to remain silent for the rest of the day. They were given a biography of someone whose life was terminated early due to drugs or alcohol. The dress day competition began last Friday and ended today. Friday was hat day, Monday was sunglasses day, Tuesday was nerd day, Wednesday was wear red day, yesterday was plaid day and today everybody got to dress up in their costumes. Names will be placed in a container and a winner will be drawn to win an i-Pod provided by the DCPD. The DCPD also sponsored a competition between the halls and secretaries for decorating the halls. Red Ribbon Week serves as a vehicle for communities and individuals to take a stand for the hopes and dreams for children through a commitment to drug prevention and education.
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Halloween’s horrifying haunted history - Codi Ehrlich Chances are, walking down the street after dark on Halloween one would come across witches, goblins, and vampires. T h e American culture has been celebrating the ghastly holiday since most of its members can remember. But what began this holiday of costumes and candy? The credit belongs to the Celtic culture, which inhabited Ireland 2,000 years ago. The Celts celebrated their new year on Nov. 1, which marked the end of summer and began the cold, dark
winter. They believed that on the eve of this day, the line between the mortal and immortal worlds became blurred. They believed that ghosts returned to earth to damage crops and cause trouble, but also the presence of the ghosts made it easier for priests to make predictions about the future. To celebrate the event, the Celts built bonfires to sacrifice crops and animals to their deities. They would often wear costumes made from animal heads and skins. But once the Romans conquered the land many years later, the Celtic holiday known as Samhain became combined with two Roman holidays. The holiday
known as Feralia, celebrated in late October is the Roman holiday of remembering the dead. The other holiday is Pomona is to honor the goddess of fruit, hence bobbing for apples on Halloween. By the 800’s Christianity had spread to the Celtic land and the Pope dec l a r e d Nov. 1 All Saint’s Day. Many people believe that he was trying to replace Samhain by a church sanctioned holiday. October 31 then became known as All
Hallow’s Eve and then eventually Halloween. As European immigrants began to come to the United States, they brought Halloween along with them. More popular in the south, the American vision of Halloween emerged in the mid 1800s. Trick-ortreating became a tradition with adults and children alike. Today, Halloween is the second highest spending commercial holiday in the American culture, and while few know how Halloween began, they will still continue to celebrate.
Fall play hits the stage on Nov. 13, 14 -Luke Bunker This November, the DCHS auditorium will play host to the production “State Fair,” a musical-turned-play put on by the DCHS Drama Department. “State Fair,” an adaptation of the book by Tom Briggs and Louis Mattioli, was adapted to its musical movie version by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein in 1945. The play follows the Frakes, a family of farmers, and their experiences at the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines in 1946. Auditions for the play were held early on in the school year, beginning on Aug. 30, 2009, and
ending on Sept. 10, 2009. According to Anne Kaiser, director, the auditions went very well for this year’s production. “The students tried very hard and were attentive to each other,” said Kaiser. Many students auditioned for parts in the play, with Amanda Dahna, 12, Ethan Reimer, 11, and Tylyn Shrader, 10, being cast as the leads. Many students auditioned for multiple parts in this year’s play. “I auditioned for any of the female parts,” said Dahna. “I ended up being cast as Margy, who is the daughter and sister.”
For at least one student, this year’s play marks the first time she will be performing on stage. “The play always brings fun times you can’t get anywhere else, both on and off [the] stage” said Shrader. “I guess I wanted to see what it’s like to be in front of the stage instead of behind it.” Many of the actors are eager and looking forward to this year’s production, which features students who are just starting their acting careers. “This year, the drama department has discovered a lot of new talent,” said Dahna. “The auditori-
um is full of new faces, and they’re all eager, talented, and positive. The cast and crew members work well together and we always have a great time. Anyone who has watched the plays in the past can expect to be captivated this year by an almost entirely new cast, which has tons of energy and skill.” “State Fair” will be presented at 7:00 p.m. on both Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, and Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009 in the DCHS Auditorium. Admission is free to students at DCHS.
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The Doritos Challenge -Codi Ehrlich
The Best
Yummy. Anthony Reardon, 12, performs a taste test. • Photo Ehrlich
EEWW. McKenzie Fergerson and Phil Schut taste some of the ‘other’ flavors. • Photo Ehrlich
Cool Ranch
Spicy Sweet Chili
Tasted Most Like Name
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Translating into “little bits of Nacho Cheese gold,” Doritos were originally Toasted Corn launched in 1966 by Frito-Lay with Toasted Corn being the first flavor produced. The most popular chip released by the company is Nacho The Crunchiest Cheese, which had its debut in the early ‘70s. For the taste test that was held by The Dodger, the 11 flavors available at Wal-mart were used: Toasted Corn, Black Pepper Jack, Jalapeño Popper, Cool Ranch, Spicy Sweet Chili, Pizza Ranch Collisions, Torro Habanera, Tacos Tacos at Midnight at Midnight, Nacho Cheese, Blazin’ Buffalo Ranch, Spicy Nacho.
Cool Ranch
The Worst
Some of the more interesting flavors definitely left lasting impressions in the minds of the testers. One in particular was the Tacos at Midnight flavor. “I felt like I was literally chewing on hamburger and lettuce at midnight but it was in the magical form of a tiny triangular chip at 8 a.m.,” said Anthony Reardon, 12. The test concluded Cool Ranch as the best flavor ever and the worst flavor to be Spicy Sweet Chili. But as the wise but ancient proverb says, “It’s all in the eye of the beholder.”
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Trying it out. Members of The Dodger staff try flavors of Doritos during a blind taste test. • Photo Reardon
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Wear Pink!
Breast Cancer Awareness takes center stage -Erin Finley The month October is full of school event and holidays. With the Hatchet game and Halloween quickly approaching it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement and forget that October is a very important month for other reasons. October is National Breast Cancer Awareness month and the NBCAM is celebrating its 25th anniversary. Most students can tell you when the Hatchet game is but few actually know when National Breast Cancer Awareness month is. “I think National Breast Cancer Awareness month would be in May,” Amanda Hatfield, 10, said. Many activities are planned to celebrate National Breast Cancer
Awareness and during October some companies will donate a part of the profit from certain items they sell to Breast Cancer Funds. All over the country organizations are holding races and walks that will raise money to find a cure for breast cancer. The most famous image of Breast Cancer awareness is the pink shirts and apparel. At DCHS students and staff wore pink to show their support. “[I wore pink] so that people know that people in Dodge City support breast cancer awareness and we are not just a town that doesn’t care,” Heather Setree, 11, said. “Wear Pink on the 14th is one of those unifying efforts that people
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feel strongly about. It doesn’t take money. It doesn’t take a whole lot of effort. All it does take is compassion,” Laura Woolfolk, English teacher, said. “It’s a chance to show our humanity, and it’s a chance to be grateful for the people that battled breast cancer and are recovering and surviving” At DCHS there was a special friendly competition. On Oct. 14, the teachers in each hall (Hoover, Toalson, Sughrue, McCarty) decorated the resource rooms with explosion of pink. The main office also participated. “The campaign is sponsored by Coordinated School Health, which is a committee made up of approximately 15 teachers, administrators, and community members. WEAR PINK ON THE 14TH is to bring awareness to the need for early detection,” Woolfolk said. Then the journalism class judged each hall and declared a winner. Last year’s winner was McCarty Hall. “The Dodger Staff voted McCarty number one for 2008! They were so proud that they left a lot of their decorations up all year,” said Woolfolk. “Their theme was, “Not all Things in Kansas Are Flat -- Let’s Keep it That Way.” The 2009 winner was Toalson hall. They creatively decorated their resource room with flashing pink lights, a pink tree, flamingos, and played festive and exciting
music. “I’m thrilled that my colleagues in Toalson decorated and won. They brought up their decorations and with the help of everyone, pinked out our resource room,” Woolfolk said. “I have to give credit to my colleagues for stepping up! What can I say? TOALSON ROCKS.” A few other activities were planned as well. Rachel’s Challenge had a Pennies for Charity drive and all of the proceeds will stay in the Ford/Gray county area and will help people get medical treatment. There was also a “And We’re Doing it in High Heels!” event held. “It is a new event for men and women to wear high heels, carry signs, balloons, etc., to celebrate life and to remind anyone who sees us to SCHEDULE HER MAMMOGRAM!,” Woolfolk said. The main theme of Oct. 14 was encouragement for early detection by screening and mammograms. “The fact that one in eight women will receive a positive diagnosis for breast cancer malignancy demands that we do any and everything we can to bring it out in the open,” Woolfolk said. The NBCAM was started in 1984 with two founders. They “have been at the forefront of promoting awareness of breast cancer issues,” according to the National Breast Cancer Awareness Month website (www.nbcam.org)
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FFAers bring home first place in dairy cattle judging Oct. 8 -Meghan Lee Enduring the cold, rainy weather Oct. 8 at the FFA Dairy Cattle Evaluation Contest, the Senior team of Norma Avalos, Rachel Robertson, Jose Garcia, and Eric Guerrero brought home the first place team award. Seniors who placed in the top 10 as individuals included Garcia, ninth; and Acalos, second. The Greenhands team of Aaron Stapleton, Erin Sughroue, Jorden Waller, and Tracy Bartel took fifth place. Greenhands who placed in the top 10 as individuals were Katie Tieben, ninth; Cody Trabert, sixth; and Shannon Mann, fifth. “I have never done something like this before. It wasn’t the best
day for it, but overall great job to everyone!” said Katie Tieben, 10. FFA is the acronym for Future Farmers of America. High school and middle school students compete in various events called Career Development Events. Supervised Agricultural Experience programs and Leadership Development Events are programs designed to broaden the students’ abilities and experience in different fields of agriculture. Students are supervised by agricultural education teachers in cooperation with parents, employers and other adults who assist individuals in the development and achievement of educational and career goals.
Science Olympiad
Homecoming ‘09
Crowned Homecoming King and Queen 2009 are Larry Martinez and Tiffany Flax. Homecoming activities included the parade, Spirit Week, and the football game with Hays. In the float competition, the winners were the sophomores, followed by the cheerleaders, and KAYS. The Demons lost to the Hays Indians 28-17. • Photo Ethan Hutchcraft.
Tryouts garner 19 members for team -Codi Ehrlich Like any athletic team, the Science Olympiad team had its own form of tryouts for the 2010 season. Only rather than running lines or shooting hoops, this tryout came in the form of an application asking questions such as GPA, completed science credits, and why applicants would like to be a member of the Science Olympiad team. “We decided to have tryouts primarily because we were concerned that we were missing
kids that were interested,” said Shannon Ralph, sponsor. The team accepted 19 members to fill its positions. Although only 15 can compete at competitions, extras were accepted as substitutes. Five are returning members from last season. “I rejoined Science Olympiad because I had a blast last year,” said Emily Scheck, 12. “The members and sponsors are really awesome!” Members of the 2010 season include seniors Katy Salmans, Eduardo Acosta, Jenny Barriga,
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ecology, anatomy, physiology, and chemistry. Last year the team took first place in the regional competition and made it to the state tournament. They seek to do the same this year. “I’m looking forward to competing and working with the people in Science Olympiad,” said Jasmine Estrada, 10. Sponsors of the team are Ralph, Annie Martinez, Virgil Hutchcraft, Tonya Greenleaf, and Sherry Curtis.
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1975’s JAWS
1983’s Christine
Be Af
Top 10 Scary 1. The Exorcist (1973) 2. Halloween (1978) 3. The Omen (1976) 4. Jaws (1975) 5. The Last House on the Left (1972)
6. The Hills have Eyes (1977) 7. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974) 8. Carrie (1976) 9. Amityville Horror (1979) 10. Satan’s School for Girls (1973)
90’s
Mirrors. It creeped me out.
1. Silence of the Lambs (1991) 2. The Blair Witch Project (1999) 3. The Sixth Sense (1999) 4. Dead Alive (1992) 5. Misery (1990)
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What is your favorite scary movie?
70’s 6. Scream (1996) 7. Jacob’s Ladder (1990) 8. It (1990) 9. Cemetery Man (1994) 10. Audition (1999)
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1992’s Dead alive
2005’s Exocism of Emily Rose
fraid…
Movies of the…
6. Friday the 13th (2008) 7. The Ring (2002) 8. The Unborn (2009) 9. The Others (2001) 10. The Grudge (2004)
5. Poltergeist (1982) 6. Child’s Play (1988) 7. The Lost Boys (1987) 8. The Evil Dead (1981) 9. Hellraiser (1987) 10. Pet Sematary (1989)
Silence of the Lambs. It’s brilliant, suspenseful, and mind-blowing.
-Kirstin Bangerter, staff
1. The Strangers (2007) 2. Saw Franchise (2004-2009) 3. The Hills Have Eyes (2005) 4. Exorcism of Emily Rose (2005) 5. Dawn of the Dead (2004)
Saw. It was suspenseful. The first time I saw it, I didn’t want to go to sleep.
-Sammi Kinkelaar, 12
The Reaping. It was a decent scary movie.
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1. The Shining (1980) 2. A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) 3. An American Werewolf in London (1981) 4. Christine (1983)
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Top Ten Haunted Houses
1. 13th Gate Haunted House. Baton Rouge, LA 2. Netherworld Haunted House. Atlanta, GA 3. The Beast. Kansas City, MO
4. The Darkness Haunted House. St. Louis, MO
5. House of Torment. Austin, TX
6. Dent Schoolhouse. Cincinnati, OH 7. Bates Motel. Philadelphia, PA
8. Haunted School House. Akron, OH 9. Bayville Screampark. Long Island, NY 10. House of Shock. New Orleans, LA Source: HauntWorld.com
The scariest movie of the decade? Just wait and see.
What happens when you go to sleep? This is the simple ad line used for what is said to be the next classic horror movie, Paranormal Activity, which has been all the buzz among internet horror buffs for years. The movie centers around a couple who suspects something strange is occurring within their home when they go to sleep. Thus, they decide to shoot a documentary (Blair Witch Project style) with home video equipment to discover just what this is, and according to every story about this movie, “what they discover is truly terrifying.” Released in late September, the movie’s first trailer takes a unique approach by showing the audience’s reaction to the film along with clips of it. In the trailer, one will see a young couple shooting a documentary within their home and becoming terrified in the process. As the audience watches this, they too are terrified, evidenced by people jumping out of their seats, covering their eyes and ears in fear, and the typical sporadically screaming of bloody murder. This trailer, along with teasers all over the Internet, has only continued heightening the hype around this movie. Also adding to the movie’s hype are the reviews being released over it. “… GENUINELY HORRIFYING…”-Film Threat, “One of THE SCARIEST movies of all time… Nightmares are guaranteed” –Brad Miska, and “GOOD LUCK GOING TO SLEEP!” –Harry Knowles, are just a few reviews featured on the movies website, paranormalmovie.com. A review by Dread Central featured a critic’s
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-Anthony Reardon experience in the theater saying, “The entire auditorium was freaked out of their minds… people were physically shaking.” The company releasing the horror fest has taken a less-than-popular approach to releasing the movie however. Rather than releasing it in theaters everywhere, they decided to release it on Sept. 25 to only 13 theaters throughout the country. Anyone else who wanted to see the movie, had to go to the movie’s website and personally request that it comes to their hometown theater, as part of a marketing ploy to get the low-budget film even more hype. Gradually, the movie has continued to be released in more and more places (mainly college towns) and was released nation-wide when the film hit a million demands in mid October. Frustrating many in Dodge City, the film was thought for a long time to not be coming to here at all, even after it was released nationwide. Luckily, on Oct. 26 it was announced that the film would finally be coming to Dodge City on Oct. 30. This news coincided with the news that Paranormal Activity was #1 in the box office the weekend of Oct. 24-25, beating out both Where the Wild Things Are, and Saw VI. To horror buffs, this will be well worth the effort, considering Stephen Spielberg himself liked Paranormal Activity so much that he was enticed to write the ending for it, which has been said to be the most horrifying part of the entire 96-minute, rated R, film.
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Meghan Fox tears out hearts of teenage boys — literally
Jennifer’s Body
Most Legit Movie Ever??? -Anthony Reardon Take one ridiculously hot chick, add the witticisms of Juno, subtract the sappy pregnancy plotline, and throw in a little demonic possession. What do you have? One of THE MOST LEGIT movies of all time. Jennifer’s Body opened in theaters on Sept. 18 and was greeted by an enthused crowd that has been waiting since the July release of the movie’s trailer. In the movie, Jennifer (Meghan Fox) goes to a rock concert with her friend “Needy” (Amanda Seyfried). At the concert, the everflirtatious Jennifer meets up with the band “Low Shoulder” which ultimately leads to her demise –sort of. You see the band decides that they are going to sacrifice her to the devil in order to become famous. Something goes horribly wrong though, and instead of killing Jennifer, she becomes a demon. To stay alive, this demon must periodically feed on humans, and Jennifer’s choice of meal is, of course, teenage boys. In Jennifer’s Body, Meghan Fox plays the ultimate likeable villain because she portrays Jennifer in such a way that you’re sort of rooting for her even though she’s killing everyone. Additionally, Amanda Seyfried does a great job as the nerdy sidekick Needy who has to stop
Jennifer from killing everyone. At first glance, this movie would seem to be nothing more than a gory movie with a bad plotline, but it is actually the exact opposite. The movie does have its fair share of gore, but nothing to the point where someone would actually cover their eyes. The plotline is followable and is constantly hysterical at many points. Jennifer’s Body has managed to combine the horror and comedy genres in a way the world has never seen before. It isn’t at all like a bad horror spoof (see the Scary Movie franchise), and it at the same time isn’t a horrifying movie, and it’s not supposed to be. While this combination may turn off the horror purists, it shouldn’t. Jennifer’s Body is edgy, funny, semi-scary, and a dang good movie. Describing just how good it is is difficult however, because it really is the first movie of its kind. I strongly recommend you go and see just how good it is for yourself. This movie has everything going for it, including the leviathan I’ve been neglecting to mention which is the fact that MEGHAN FOX IS IN IT. That said, this movie is for men and women alike and will not disappoint. Jennifer’s Body runs 1 hr. 42 min. and is rated R.
What are you scared of?
The Dodger asked 158 students what they were most afraid of: .germs .the dark .being alone .closed spaces .ghosts
.snakes .heights .spiders .dying .closed spaces
0.63%
are afraid of germs
3.79%
4.43% are afraid of being alone
are afraid of the dark
6.33%
are afraid of closed spaces
If it’s Halloween, It Must be SAW 6.96% are afraid of ghosts 11.39%
-Jordan Stevens It seems like every year, around the same time, the world is blessed with another Saw movie. And it seems like every year, the movies keep getting worse and worse. After the fifth one I had no hope for the sixth, but I am please to announce that the sixth one IS a major improvement, and it will NOT disappoint. Every Saw film opens with the same formula, a unsuspecting person waking up in a vicious trap only to realize that the trap is way to unreasonable to win, so they end up dying. Well, this is kind of evident here. The film begins with two people who wake up and are informed that they must give their “amount of flesh;” stating one must live while the other must die. One is victorious and is never mentioned again. From there the movie takes a 180, meaning the film starts to actually have a point. A man named William (Peter Outerbridge), who runs a health insurance company, is thrust into Jigsaw’s last ‘game’. William bases his health insurance decisions on a complex formula he created, and it’s this formula that will be a major point in the film. He ends up facing a series of games that put this so called “method” to the test. At the same time Detective Hoffman
(Costas Mandylor), the seemingly last person to carry on Jigsaw’s legacy, must fight to keep his anonymity among his peers. At the end of it all, Jigsaw’s grand scheme is finally understood and you can leave the theater with a sense of fulfillment. The actual story in this Saw is one of the biggest improvements overall. This movie can really stand alone, away from the series. Not to mention the added health care aspect adds an interesting twist to the Saw franchise. It seems like they actually tried to write a good story with this one. The viewer rides this emotional roller coaster with William that many can relate to, and the ending will have you on the edge of your seat until the credits roll. Tobin Bell returns as Jigsaw, in flashbacks, of course. The best thing about the movie is that the flashbacks don’t feel like they were thrown in there just to let Jigsaw have screen time. Each flashback is an intricate part of the story, and everything ties together at the end. If you like the Saw series, then you will love this one. It is full of suspense, twists, and even a hint of humor. It is 101 minutes long, and is rated R.
are afraid of snakes
13.29% are afraid of heights
15.82% are afraid of spiders
16.45% are afraid of other things
20.88% are afraid of dying
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Life’s Annoyances Trevor Otterstein You are so annoying. No, not you, but that one across the room being loud and making the comment to his friend “hey dude!...”, “what dude?!” “.....NOTHING! hahahahahahahahahaha.” No. That’s not funny. Granted, these jokes are okay, but when they are overused by obnoxious ignoramuses (or idiots), they tend to get on my nerves. I’m sure I’m not alone either, which brings me to share the little things in life that just annoy me. Maybe you’ll be able to relate to me, but maybe not. Either way, I think I just might keep you interested. So for starters, I hate when people put gum on the side of their cups or plates during a meal. Now I understand, maybe you just put the piece of gum in and you find it kind of wasteful to just throw it away. But first, let’s be honest. The package of gum costs $1, and don’t tell me you can’t afford to buy five more packages if you have to. You can put another piece in, even eight more pieces in after lunch, and you will still live, I promise. Now maybe you got the gum from a friend which I can understand, but at least save it somewhere out of sight of other people. Particularly me. It’s just kind of common courtesy. Now, let’s talk about stoplights. Why do you pull up to a stoplight and have to wait for an hour for it to change green when there is no one else in sight? That bugs me. It makes me just end up running a red light, and putting myself and others in danger because it chooses not to work properly. Now this isn’t all lights, but particularly I hate Ross and 14th. With that light, you may be lucky to get to school on time coming from Ross. Fourteenth street gets half the lineup moved through to the school, then two cars get to go on Ross (that is if the light even turns green!) before the light says “NO!” and turns red. I’d rather not have to leave the house at 7:30 to get here at 7:55. Next. I can’t stand people who judge others by their preferences, friends, or small actions rather than seeing who they are as a person. I love people. I really do, and I figure most of the time there is always going to be something okay about a person that I can discover. You aren’t going to get along with everyone, but I see people everyday who don’t give this or that person a chance just by simply looking at them. There’s so much more than meets the eye
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people, trust me on that one. Just because they seem different from you doesn’t mean you’re not compatible! Next, on a personal level, I get frustrated by the difficulty of relationships. Heartbreak is a regular thing, and it’s kind of a shame. There’s always a “he” who likes “her,” and “he” starts talking to “her” in hopes of something good coming about it. Then the complication comes in of “her” having feelings for someone else, and “he” is left in the dust. Then when “her” goes after those feelings, they get crushed because who she was chasing wants someone else! Now that might be confusing but it happens in all different ways with guys and girls, and it particularly gets to me. Especially when I’m the “he,” and I know you all can relate to that. But we all know no matter how much we’re hurt, we always keep going after the “her.” But you shouldn’t give up because someone will find you, somehow. I hope you have luck with yours, and please wish me luck on mine. Now back to the bad annoyances. Ignorance is bliss. But ignorance makes me crazy. I can’t believe some people could have such a big ego that they think they’re poo smells likes roses. Like right now, they’re someone who read my first paragraph and dropped the paper or turned the page because it was “too long.” Now, you might not like me, and if that’s the case don’t read what I write. But how can someone just make assumptions, and not try to intelligently have an opinion on something? And you know that person is sitting there drooling right now, and talking about how stupid school is, and thinking he is smarter than the teacher when he can’t even spell it. But you’ll never be right with these people, because they won’t admit it. That really kills me, but hey, we all have to deal with it. Maybe one day we’ll get lucky enough for everyone to stop being ignorant and care. But I doubt it. So, I gave you examples of some of the small things in life that annoy me and I hope you could at least halfway relate to some of them. Other things, in brief, are bad drivers, picky cops who pull you over for 32 in a 30, chewing with your mouth open, telling me the end of a movie when I’m planning to watch it, people who are too fanatical about a certain subject or thing. Well, that last one kind of sounds like me, but, we’ll let that go. Hopefully you got something out of this, and I hope you folks have a wonderful day. When those annoyances come up, don’t let them take your day downhill and ruin it. You deserve to be happy today. There’s no reason you shouldn’t.
DODGER Asks What annoys you in life? “People with annoying, high-pitched, squeaky voices who just don’t shut up.” -Caleb Schroeder
Senior “Picky eaters; eat all your food if you’re going to order it.” -Miguel Lopez
Junior “I don’t like it when people put gum under the table.” -Jonathan Taylor
Sophomore “When people don’t shut up and talk too much.” -Matthew Goedeken
Freshman “Adults texting messages during meetings. I find it unprofessional.” -Julie Stegman
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Are athletics taking precedence over everything else?
It’s Alive! A monster in society
academic obligations. But, it’s not their fault; it’s our society’s fault. From television networks to fast food restaurants, to parents trying to relive their glory days through their children, sports has taken too great a center in our lives to grow a truly -Luke Bunker cultured, informed society. As you can see by the number of fans in the stands at games, as well as the sheer number of signs outside our school on band/game days, Throughout my years on this earth, I have both the band and sports programs have the noticed and observed many things. First, as a moral support of their community and school. society, we place a higher value on athletics than But, you don’t see those same signs when the we do on academics or drama department is “From television networks to having a play, when the arts. Second is that most people take sports is competing parents trying to relive their forensics WAY too seriously, and at state, or when that an unhealthy and glory days through their chil- students are competing unrealistic amount of or scholar’s dren, sports has taken too great atbowldebate pressure is placed on competitions. We the athletes to “win.” are doing a massive a center in our lives...” I personally am under disservice to these the belief that these attitudes and outlooks are groups and organizations when we don’t give detrimental to our students’ futures and need to them our support, and I think that needs to change. change. Now, before I start ranting, it’s important While some of our fellow students are that I express my belief that sports and athletics kicking and throwing balls around, some of us do have good aspects; after all, in a number are laying the groundwork for future careers. of cases, they reinforce a healthy spirit of Whether it be performing in plays or musicals, teamwork and leadership, and cultivate goal- painting or sketching that next great piece of setting and the pursuit of accomplishing those art, or writing for their school newspaper, these goals. students are lacking support. If they are to However, in an increasingly large number of complete these tasks, they need the support of instances, sports become more than just about their friends, family, and school to continue and the game. Pressured to bring home the medal or to go further with their dreams. trophy, score that sports scholarship to a favored The future of our country, and our whole university, and not “let their team/school/town world for that matter, lies in the hands of down,” student athletes are forced to endure serious people doing serious things. Unless we endless hours of training, conditioning, and support these programs, we’ll never get to see practicing to “win” these games. As a result of that heartwarming play, view that next great these pressures to succeed, it is clear to me that painting, or read about how society values many student athletes focus the majority (if not sports above all else. all) of their energy and spirit into athletics, rather And wouldn’t that be a shame. than on their schoolwork and other personal and
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Future Business Leaders of America
Club focuses on developing business skills -Jordan Stevens Future Business Leaders of America, better known as FBLA, is a school organization that specializes in getting students ready for the real world after high school. “If any high school student wants to learn about business, and how to overall manage their assets better, they should join FBLA. It gives them a hands-on experience through all the activities in which we participate,” said FBLA President Yeni Mendez, 12. FBLA really hopes to strive towards each student having an equal and fresh start in the business world. Many activities include typing, money management, business management, and even running the school store, the D-Mart. “FBLA is a business organization that provides opportunities for leadership, travel, and education. Our main goal is to
learn about business through experience,” said FBLA Coordinator Melody Head. Head went on to explain how experience is one of the greatest learning tools. Members of FBLA plan to participate in a Business Career Day at Emporia State University Nov. 4, to go to Kansas State University for business classes, and even hear a speaker from the Kansas City Chiefs. Funding for these events come from the annual school Dodgeball tournaments, which are organized by FBLA. “We have two Dodgeball tournaments to help fund our little adventures. They are a great way to learn about money management and organization,” said FBLA member Jenny Barriga, 12. The first of the annual Dodgeball Tournaments is currently planned to be held Nov. 10.
Debaters starts season with wins
Team takes first, fourth at tournaments -Jordan Stevens The DCHS debate team is off to a great 2009 season. The team is bigger than ever and have already placed first in Stanton, and fourth in Garden City. “I have phenomenal novices this year. With the great combination of new and old students, the debate team is sure to shine,” said debate coach Michele Mitchell. Mitchell, who has been teaching debate for many years, went to say that any student who loves speaking and competition would love debate. It’s a mixture of both. The debate team already has five planned competitions, including one in Liberal on Oct. 31, Hugoton on Nov. 7, Scott City on Nov. 14,
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Hoisington on Dec. 5, and Pratt on Dec. 12. “I joined because I was really interested in debate. Any student who is passionate about it will enjoy the class,” said Kim Schmalz, 12. The debate team is really hoping to give it their best this season. Along with their two victories, they plan to take home three more and place in state. They also hope that interest will grow in debate, and it will continue to spark throughout the school. “Debate’s a really fun and great class to broaden your communication skills. And every time we win, Mrs. Mitchell takes us out to eat, so that’s a plus,” said Mercedez Barroso, 12. The debate teams next competition is scheduled Oct. 31 in Liberal.
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Rio de Janeiro selected as site for ‘16 Summer Olympics -Meghan Lee Rio de Janeiro was chosen by the International Olympic Committee to become the first South American city to host the Olympics. When Rio de Janeiro was elected host city for the 2016 Olympic Games on Friday, the room where its bid team gathered turned into a huge party with members in uniform navy or moss green blazers hugging, dancing, crying and waving Brazilian flags. Chicago finished last, out of the running in the first round of voting, with a paltry 18 of a total 94 votes. Tokyo received 22, with Rio getting 26 and Ωadrid 28. In each round, until one city gains a majority, the low vote-getter was eliminated. After Chicago was tossed aside, all of its votes went straight to Rio in the second round. In the third, after Tokyo was eliminated, Rio won handily, 66-32. Chicago officials had worked nearly four years and spent nearly $50 million to bring the Summer Olympics to the United States for the first time since the 1996 Atlanta Games. Meeting in the German capital, the International Olympic Committee’s executive board voted to include women’s boxing in the 2012 Summer Games in London. They also voted to recommend that rugby and golf be included in the program for the 2016 Olympic Games. But it rejected the candidacies of five other sports: baseball, karate, roller sports, softball and squash. The full I.O.C. membership will vote in October to decide whether rugby and golf will be incorporated in the 2010 Summer Olympics.
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Girls cross country team heads to State
Cross country teams finish third in WAC competition -Ethan Hutchcraft Fort Hays State was the site of the 2009 WAC Cross Country Championships Oct. 15. Both the boy’s and girl’s Red Demon cross country teams came away with third place finishes. Peter Neidhart, 12, led the boy’s team with a fifth place finish and a time of 16:46.07. Maria Schmidt, 12, led the girl’s team with a seventh place finish and a time of 16:26.46 while Lucero Botello, 09, followed just behind her in eighth with a time of 16:38.03. The Red Demons hosted a 6A Regional meet at the Mariah Hills Golf Course. The race was held Saturday, Oct. 24 at 3:00 p.m. The girls defended their home course,
placing third as a team and sending all of the girls to state. On the boys’ side they weren’t as lucky. Peter Neidhart was the only one to finish in the top ten, leading the team to a disappointing fifth place finish, thus only qualifying one to state. “It was a tough season this year,” said Neidhart. “We had a lot of young guys, and I think next year they will be really good.” Both the boy’s and girl’s cross country teams will return most of their varsity runners next season. They will try to build from the experience gained this year. “If we have good determination and a good work ethic,” said Justin Dewell, 11, “I think we can be really good next year.”
On Your Mark. The Red Demon girl’s cross country team begins the race at the WAC Championship meet held in Hays Oct. 15. The Demons placed third as a team. • Photo Hutchcraft
Demons, Buffaloes face off for the Hatchet tonight
Face Off. The Red Demon defense prepares to stop the Buffaloes next play in the 2008 Hatchet game. The Demons travel to Garden today to play the Buffaloes. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. • Photo Hutchcraft
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-Cristina Yeverino Demons vs. Garden City Buffaloes! When? Where? Why? are the immediate questions asked when that phrase is heard. When?... TODAY! Where?...GARDEN CITY...Why?....THE HATCHET GAME! It is well known that out of all DCHS’ competitors, Garden City is the most rivaled team. For more that 70 years, the Hatchet game has been a must-see game for DCHS students as well as the community. It is the face-off and last season game between the two rival teams. Students show their support to their team in many ways. It is obviously the game that the most students attend and show their Demon spirit. “I definitely think we’re going to shut Garden down. We’ve been doing great this season, and I expect a landslide win. Go Demons!” said Cristal Aldrete, 12. “Of course, we’re [going to] win!” said Jace Banner. “We’re preparing ourselves mentally for it,” he added. Let’s go back a half century and a couple decades to figure out
where this popular event started. The hatchet game started in 1938, when the Demons defeated them, winning the Hatchet, 12-6. But this was just when the hatchet match began. The first game known between the two rivals was in 1903. The Dodge City Red Demons have owned the hatchet for a total of 45 wins including last year’s victory. The hatchet was returned after 13 years in Garden City’s possession. “I was ecstatic beyond belief, and I almost wanted to cry,” said Trevor Otterstein, 12. “People know the importance of the rivalry, but only the team knows the feeling of winning it back after 13 years.” The Demons needed to win two of their last three games to go to the playoffs. They’ve defeated Goddard, 31-7 and Maize, 35-14. “The Red Demons began a new dynasty last year, and the momentum is still building. The hatchet is ours again, and we are playoff bound! See you in November!” said biology teacher Chris Fawcett.
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Lady Demons finish second Regionals; ninth at State -Hunter Edwards With Friyana Shah, Krystal Martinez, and Brittany Waldman leading the team, these girls have played better than ever. On Sept. 30, the girls traveled to Wichita to play at Sim Park where the girls placed second as a team. Junior Friyana Shah shot a 76 and came out on top with a first place finish. Other teammates who placed were senior Krystal Martinez and junior Brittany Waldman. Martinez shot an 88 while Waldman shot a 90. Later they traveled to Great Bend to finish their WAC competition. At the tournament the Lady Demons place second as a team. Individually Waldman placed third; Shah finished in sixth;
Martinez ended with seventh; and junior Ali Bone came out with eighth. As for WAC, the team finished in second behind Garden City. Shah grasped the second place spot. Following her were Waldman, Bone, and Martinez. These three girls placed fifth through seventh. Next they traveled to Wichita to compete for the regionals tournament. Here they finished in second as a team and had three girls place individually. Shah shot an total score of 88 and finished in fourth place. Martinez trailed behind in fifth place with a score of 93 with Waldman finishing in ninth place with a 98. The State Golf tournament was held at the Dodge City Country Club Oct. 19. The ladies finished
in ninth place with no individual placings. Shah also placed 17th and received a medal for her hard work. As for their scores, Shah shot an 86, Martinez 97, Waldman 101, Oldham 105, Bone 109, and Kinkelaar a 114. “I think we played our best at state,” said Oldham. “As a team we were slightly disappointed that we couldn’t finish higher than last year.” At state there was a total of 12 teams who competed, and all teams were hungry for the title of state champions. “I thought the ladies played real well,” said Head Coach Jim Mapel. “We would have loved to have finished higher, but ninth is a good place.
Lining up. Junior Brittany Waldman attempts a putt on the sixth hole during a home tournament this season. • Photo Hutchcraft
Soccer posts 7-1 record in WAC play
Goal. Senior Javier Rojas dribbles the ball down the field to score a goal during a home game. • Photo Hutchcraft
-Ethan Hutchcaft The Red Demon soccer team has kept their success going this season. The Demons traveled to Maize Oct. 15 to take on the undefeated Maize Eagles. The Demons left Maize with a 2-1 victory and handed the Eagles their first loss of the season. “It was the most intense game that our team has played all season, and I am very glad with the result we got,” said Coach Virgil Hutchcraft. Traveling to Wichita for a game against the Wichita East Blue Aces
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on Monday Oct. 19, the Demons fell 2-1. The Demons scored first on a goal by sophomore Victor Millan and were up 1 to 0 at half. However, the Demons couldn’t hold on to a one goal lead and ended taking their third loss of the season, 2-1. On Thursday, Oct. 22 the Red Demons traveled to Liberal where they battled it out for a share of the WAC Championship. A stunning 2-1 victory gave the Demons their share of the championship and a 7-1 record in the Western Athletic Conference.
“I’m really proud of the team. We have accomplished one of our goals this season,” said Javier Rojas, 12. “The season has gone good so far, but we still have some goals we want to accomplish,” said Larry Martinez, 12. Dodge City entered regional play with a 13-3 record and played host to Haysville Campus on Tuesday, Oct 27 at Memorial Stadium for the first round of regional play. The game was scheduled for 6:00 p.m.
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Demon football qualifies for playoffs
Calling a Play. Coach Justin Burke talks with his defense during a timeout during the Maize game. The Demons defeated Maize 35-14. • Photo Rangel
-Ethan Hutchcraft
The Red Demon football teams have had success this year. The junior varsity and freshman teams finished their seasons Monday, Oct. 19 against rival Garden City. Both teams came away with wins. The junior varsity had a perfect record this season going 7-0 while the freshman team improved their record to 4-3. The varsity football team has also tasted success this season with six wins and only two losses. On Friday, Oct. 16, the Demons traveled to Goddard to take on the Lions on their senior day. The Demons had a mindset to be the spoiler, and they did just that, defeating the Lions, 31-7.
“We are doing fairly decent so far besides the two games we lost,” said Mason Pooler, 12. “Watching film has really paid off.” The following week the Demons hosted their own Senior Night and wanted to make sure that they didn’t get their night spoiled when the Maize Eagles came to town. The Demons got out to an early 12-0 lead, but a punt touched by a Dodge City return man gave the ball to Maize in the red-zone. The Maize Eagles converted on the opportunity and scored a touchdown before half. Dodge City came out in the second half and controlled the game, giving Maize very few opportunities to score.
The Demons handed Maize its first lost in district, 35-14. “We are getting better each week,” said Zach Harvey, 12. “Hopefully we can make a deep run into the playoffs.” The Demons have already qualified for a spot in the playoffs with their two district game wins. However, the Demons still have a game to be played before the playoffs begin. Tonight, the Demons travel to rival Garden City for the annual Hatchet game. The Demons will try to hangon to the Hatchet, something they haven’t had much experience with in the past. Game time is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. in Garden City.
Volleyball team brings home WAC title -Hunter Edwards The volleyball team has turned things around and steadily improved their game. This effort paid off with a winning streak in the past tournaments. “About mid-season, we really started to step it up and just played the volleyball that we all knew we were capable of playing,” Codi Ehrlich, 12, said. The girls traveled to Lawrence to compete. At this tournament the Lady Demons went through what we call a “slump.” They ended the day with a 1-4 record. BUT, they made a come back at Garden City with a finishing record of 2-0. Recently the ladies traveled to Scott City to compete in another tournament. Due to inclement weather conditions, many of the teams were unable to travel to the tournament, cutting a few of the Demons’ games from the schedule. They still managed to go 3-0 on the day, taking first place. The team then traveled to Garden City to compete in the WAC tournament. The Demons held no mercy on their opponents going 4-0 on the day bringing home the WAC title. It was the first time the program has accomplished the feat in 13 years.
These ladies then made their way to Sub-State, which was held at Haysville Campus. But unfortunately they didn’t make it far enough to place. They lost their first round game and were immediately eliminated from the tournament. “I thought we played really well
and I’m proud of the team for how the season went,” said Mallory Ratts, 11. Although the team didn’t
accomplish their third straight state tournament berth, the Lady Demons Volleyball team ended their year with a 24-10 record.
Smack That. Azlynn Thompson, 11, serves the ball to continue play of a game during a home quad in the early season. • Photo Hutchraft
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DODGER 10.30.09
Girls Demon tennis sends two to State
-Ethan Hutchcraft The girl’s varsity tennis team finished their season Friday, Oct. 16 at the state tournament at Maize South High School. Tara Schubert, 12, and Kylie Newton, 11, competed for the Red Demons bringing a 16-5 record into the tournament. They lost their first two matches knocking them out of the tournament. However they didn’t go without
a fight. In their first match, they lost to their opponents from Leavenworth. Regionals was held just two days earlier in Wichita at the indoor courts due to weather. The Demons placed fourth as a team. Singles players Hannah Thomas, 09, and Jenay Unruh, 12, both went 1-2 on the day denying them the chance to qualify for state. Schubert and Newton went 2-1 in
the tournament qualifying them for the state tournament. Courtney McDaniel, 11, and Danielle Jones, 11, were knocked out in the first round. “Our tennis season was great this year,” said Schubert, 12. “I couldn’t be happier with the outcome, or prouder of my team, JV and Varsity. They’re a great group of girls and all of them have very bright futures in tennis. It was
a great way to end my career,” The junior varsity team had great success this season winning over 100 matches. Next year the teams will have a lot of experience and leadership to build on. “The team did really good this season. We had some really amazing wins and very few losses. I’m excited to see the new freshmen and how everyone improves,” said Morgan Schaller, 10.
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