The Bruin- October 2010

Wadsworth High School

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The

1870 - 2010 Wadsworth City Schools: “Celebrating 140 years of Excellence in Education”

Volume XXXVI No. 1

625 Broad Street Wadsworth, Ohio 44281

Julia P. (Gerdnic) Gregory Class of 1970 Business Management Financial Executive

William J. Lyren, P.E. Class of 1958 Director of Public Service City Engineer

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Photo courtesy of mr. magnacca

Photo by Callie Ray

Construction of replacing the old school with the new school has taken place daily.

BY BRETT AMADON AND CALLIE RAY

As a Wadsworth High School Alumni, Gregory has been accepted into the WHS Hall of Fame.

She has been awarded this honor as a mark of her success in the business world and a business manager and financial executive.

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Construction creates moving pains

WHS Meritorious Alumni Hall of Fame Inductees

Lyren has been recognized by the WHS Hall of Fame for all that he has accomplished thus far in his life. He has held a career in working for the city as the Directer of public Service and as a city engineer.

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With all the new beginnings and recent endings, there are bound to be a few bumps in the road.

The ongoing construction of the high school has posed minor inconveniences for students and staff such as parking, practice schedules and places to practice.

While some have begun adjusting, students and staff realize that things here at the high school must be worse before they can get any better.

Over the summer, students and staff have watched Steiner Center be torn down and construction fences put up. For some, this experience of “out with the old and in with the new” has been heart wrenching, while for others, it has been exhilarating.

“It has been exciting to watch everything that is going on behind the high school. We are all witnessing history in the making and I am excited for the new school because I got to help design the new art rooms,” said art teacher Mrs. Sandra Nedoh.

On the other hand, members of the swim team are uneasy about the tearing down of Steiner.

“I took my first swim lessons there and learned to swim at six months old. I have spent a lot of time at Steiners through the years

After school, students begin their trek to the Steiner parking lot.

being on the swim team. It is hard to see the team uprooted when we have made so much progress in the last few years,” said Josh Stephan, 12.

The 2010-11 swim team will now be forced to bus over to Barberton for daily practices.

The new schedule includes lifting in the morning and evening practices.

Along with the swim team dealing with the changes, so have most of the fall sports teams that usually practice on the fields or train on the track as part of their pre-season and in-season workouts behind the school.

Soccer and football have been moved to various locations such as Muhl and Bird Park.

The good news is winter sports teams and the track team will have the opportunity to break in the new track as it has just recently been completed.

The new track is red with white lines and numbers, and has been moved from right behind the high school to back by a local development behind the middle school.

“I am so excited that the track will be the first part done with the new school. It will allow us to get in our pre-season workouts that will help us for the upcoming season,” said Dominic Owens, 12.

The new track will be open

to all of the high school sports teams, but will not be open to the community yet.

Another hot topic that has risen among students is the current parking situation. The Band has been forced to move practices to the front parking lot, which has resulted in students having to park in the old Steiner parking lot.

“I do not think this is very fair, I think that the Band should be practicing in the Steiner’s lot,” said Bilal Hoblos, 11.

Students such as Hoblos must arrive early or they will have a lengthy walk to school. This has been a problem during the fall, but fortunately, Marching Band winds up its season soon.

Another issue on top of the walk is the dirt and debris that the construction has left on cars.

This dilemma has not been a fan favorite among students and staff.

“I don’t appreciate how my nice clean car gets dirty because of the construction trucks,” said Spencer Schleigh, 12.

While the high school project is on everybody’s radar, the elementary schools across Wadsworth are experiencing crucial overhauls as well.

Isham, Valley View, and Overlook Elementary Schools will also be under construction.

“I think it is wonderful that the elementary schools will get

renovations along with the high school because younger students deserve the same opportunities that the older students receive.

After all, the children are our future,” said Jenny Wise, 10.

Overall, the project is geared towards keeping Wadsworth as a top notch school district in Ohio.

Once again, the Wadsworth City School District was rated Excellent with Distinction for the 2009-10 school year by the Ohio Department of Education. This is the eighth year in a row that our school district has attained the highest possible rating on the state report card. Wadsworth City Schools earned a perfect 26 for 26 on the indicators.

Remarkably, this year, Wadsworth is the only school district in Medina County to earn the equivalent of A+ on the state report card.

All of this moving has caused a stir among many of the students both in a positive and negative way. Some students enjoy the change and progress that the school has been making, while others believe that it is just simply a pain.

The feeling around school among students and staff is that the construction has caused a bit of a hassle, but in the end, the town of Wadsworth will change completely and will continue its high rate of academic success.

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fall sports & homecoming

foreign exchange student

Students have fun at homecoming. Athletes strive for success.

Student from Swizterland shares from her experience.

– pages 10 & 11 new coach leads team to success Volleyball team wins Suburban League Title.

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– page 8 Favorite halloween costumes Students and teachers share their favorite costumes.

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October 2010

Sticks and stones

punishment, the less the crime will be committed. Instead of just a minor slap on the wrist, the implementing of suspensions and even expulsions will greatly cut down the number of bullying incidents.

Students also need to realize that making fun of others verbally or with new technological advances is wrong. However, “kids will be kids and bullies will be bullies.”

Incidents can be prevented by early detection of serious threats and reporting them to the proper authorities (such as parents, teachers, administrators) can solve problems.

It is unfortunate to see that the news stories of deaths and suicides are what it took to increase bully awareness, but its better late than never.

So, remember students, sticks and stones may break our bones, but names can ALWAYS hurt us.

The Bruin hopes that this growing problem will be solved and that Wadsworth High will truly become a bully free zone.

Dear Editor, I hate some of the rules in this school. Kids in study hall should be allowed to listen to music if it is not bad or disturbing. They should also be allowed to sleep. I also hate the fact that study hall monitors yell at us for talking and disturbing others; when they are always chit-chatting and laughing with one another. I hate how the only time I can go to the bathroom without interrupting class is at lunch, and we are forced to use the disgusting lunch bathrooms.

There are clean bathrooms in other places of the school, and we deserve to use them!

Mike Brazier, 11

and showing school spirit is so much fun!

Ali McNeil, 12

Editorial

It is unfortunate to see the recent news stories of students committing suicide due to the increase in bullying.

Because of these events, schools around the country are tightening the bolts of their bully lock-down.

We at The Bruin are in complete agreement with the school’s new antibullying policies.

When a student goes to school, he or she must feel safe. The last thing one needs is to worry and wonder what kind of social torture is awaiting.

We all know that bullying is an every day occurrence and a major problem in today’s society. However, with a few simple changes, we can fix and contain the disturbance that bullying has caused.

The steps that the administration is taking to protect students against bullying are exactly what this school and every other school needs to do.

The more serious the

E ditorial

The Bruin

Brewin’ Debate Should players be suspended for breaking the code of conduct?

YES

NO

By brad virgin

By Hayden kilbride

Players should definitely be suspended for breaking the code of conduct. Athletes represent the school, community, and their parents and if they are not suspended for their actions then they will do it again and again.

They made a choice in which they knew the consequences before they broke the code of conduct. Players can not be exempt from the rules, they should actually have a more strict set of rules and codes to follow because they truly represent the school and the community.

Yes it does hurt the other players that have followed the code of conduct, but it is a team sport and you will succeed as a team and you will suffer as a team. Yes, it does hurt the team when players are suspended, but it is a team sport so the players need to make good choices in the first place and not break the code of conduct. Wadsworth athletes should be some of the top students in the school.

Even though players who break the code of conduct need to be disciplined, suspending them is not the best way to approach the situation. The reason that this is not a good approach is that if these players get suspended then the team has a worse chance of winning games which leads to punishing people who have not broken the code of conduct.

While suspending these players hurts everyone on the team there is a way that can discipline the players that broke the rules while not punishing the players that followed them. The coaches could give these players additional exercises or workouts that would have to be completed at the end of practices. Another way that they could be disciplined is by giving the athletes detentions.

I am not condoning breaking the code of conduct, but if a player or players do break it, the rest of the players on the team should not be punished.

Letters to the editor....

Dear Editor, Wadsworth High School can be a good school at times. Though I do not like it, because we can not have even the smallest hole in our jeans. I don’t like how the hall ways are crowded all the time. I also dislike how hot it gets and cold it gets. I love all of the dances and games every weekend. I think that tailgating

Dear Editor, I think that bowling club should be made a varsity sport by the administration. They have been saying that they were going to make it a varsity sport for the past two years, and it is still just a club sport. As a member of the bowling team, I think that we deserve to be called a varsity sport because we work just as hard at our sport as anyone else does at their’s.

Michael McVicker, 10 Dear Editor, The food we buy at lunch from the school is gross. They do not give you enough food, and they are not very nutritional. Having better lunches would improve students attitudes drastically. We wouldn’t be hungry anymore, so we could truly focus on the classes that we take.

Drew Starr, 11

Dear Editor, We need better themes for spirit week next year. They need to be crazy and fun. Like tie-dye day, instead of vacation T-shirt.

Hannah Simmons, 11

Dear Editor, I do not like the amount of time we have in between classes. I have to take all of my books to fourth period for the rest of the day because my locker is in the 700 hallway and my classes are in the 200 hallway. All I need is one extra minute and I would have enough time to go to my locker and back. Also the lunches here are terrible. The hamburgers are not even meat and they are white on the inside. Last time I checked hamburgers are usually brown. I think better lunches would just make students all around better during the day.

Mark Casalinova, 9 Dear Editor, Wadsworth High School is either too hot or too cold. In the summer and start of school each

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room is hotter than it is outside.

In the winter the classrooms are so cold its like sitting inside.

Jack Heideman, 10

Dear Editor, Recently, there have been some changes made in the English grading scales. This new seven point scale in not fair to students.

A 92% is now a B instead of an A. Grades can be greatly affected by these 3 percentage points . Wadsworth students are encouraged to boycott English class until the ten point scale is renewed.

Joe Trogdon, 11 Dear Editor, I would like to complain about the amount of books that kids carry around with them.

Everyone knows what I’m talking about. The kids who you look at and think, “Do they have a locker?” because they have ALL of their books with them. It makes them look extremely bad and sometimes, they drop their books or come to a closed door

and are unable to open it. So my suggestion to them is to carry books in both hands, or figure out how to stop at your locker.

Jack Bertuzzi, 9 Dear Editor, I think it is absolutely ridiculous that people cannot sleep during study hall. If a person does not have books or homework to do in study hall, then they have to sit there for an entire period just staring at a wall or a random person. When most students stay up late at night doing homework and studying, they should be allowed to sleep in study hall to catch up on sleep. It is just a waste of time to sit there and stare at something when you could be sleeping and dreaming about your future.

Ryan Wise, 11 Dear Editor, I just wanted to say that The Bruin is my favorite paper in the Northeast Ohio area. I love to learn about my school and peers.

Kevin Sklarek, 12

Editorial Policy The Bruin is a monthly publication produced by the Newspaper II and Newspaper III students at Wadsworth High School. The Newspaper I class produces the May issue. The staff will do its best to inform the student body and the community of intra-school, community or national events that affect the student body.

This paper provides on-the-job training for the staff members. All decisions are made by the staff members with the advice and suggestions of the adviser. The school administration works closely with the staff to ensure accuracy. We, as the students of journalism, hold the same rights and the same responsibilities as professional journalists as we strive for professional standards. These rights include the right to print any material that is not libelous, obscene or excessively disruptive to the school process.

The Bruin will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of religion, color, creed or sex. The staff members accept full responsibility for everything appearing in this publication. The staff strongly encourages students to express their opinions through the letters to the editor column, which is printed every month. The staff also encourages the members of the community to express their opinion as well. Space permitting, all letters will be printed.

Because the staff accepts the responsibility for the contents of the paper, we must reserve the right to edit or omit any portion of any letter. All letters must be signed, but the name will be withheld upon request.

N ews Principal’s Message

OK, first, I am compelled to take a step back in time to the last edition of The Bruin and offer an apology to our students and staff for my incorrect notation of the person who sings, “Schools Out.” Yes, it is Alice Cooper, and I knew that! Many thanks to everyone who corrected me! No excuses, and no blame, but hopefully, the editorial staff of the Bruin will catch my future mistakes before printing them! Whew, that mistake bugged me all summer!

I continue to be impressed by our students at WHS. As witnessed at the recent homecoming dance, our student behavior was exceptional with almost 1,100 students enjoying the dance. I also witness this everyday in the hallways and in our classes. We greatly appreciate everyone taking personal pride in their daily interactions at WHS. We also place high priority on students respecting each other.

At WHS there is no place for any form of bullying, and we will not tolerate students harassing, intimidating, or abusing other students in person, in groups, in written, verbal, or physical form, or in cyberspace. Please help us maintain the excellent school we have by maintaining a respectful environment in our school everyday!

A teaching moment . . . students, when you see myself, or any other adult in the building meeting and greeting you in the hallway, at the classroom door, in the office, at the athletic fields, etc., please be sure to note your appreciation by looking us in the eye, responding politely and respectfully to our good mornings, hello’s, how ya’ doin’, etc., and when possible firm handshakes, high fives, knuckle hit, or whatever is appropriate at that time. It is so important for young adults to learn the value of appropriate social interaction with adults, including those in authority positions. When others are being polite or showing interest it is expected that a response occurs in a manner that is acceptable, no matter the circumstances of your day at that moment. It will help you many times over in the future as you transition from high school to the next chapter of your life.

As the end of the first grading period approaches, I hope you have placed yourself in a position of success through your hard work and dedication in the classroom.

Our teaching staff is committed to help you achieve to your best ability. Take the time to seek out assistance when you need it.

In upcoming issues, the Principal’s Message will begin a series on Character. I will introduce “Trustworthiness” in the November column. I will have guest writers address the other five character traits throughout the school year. Character defines who you are, so I ask, “Who are you?”

“We are . . . Wadsworth!”

Mr. Parsons

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Familiar food franchises invade city

BY KAITLIN SHERRILL

Recently, satisfying the taste buds of Wadsworth residents, the new Chipotle on High Street is only the first of several franchises to make their way to the city.

Chipotle Mexican Grill is wildly popular among people of all ages, despite it’s notso-good-for-the-gut wraps.

So it only makes sense that many were ecstatic when it came to Wadsworth.

“Chipotle is the epitome of fine dining. When I want to impress a lady friend, I take her to Chipotle because then she will know I mean business,” said Sebastian Boland, 11.

Not far down the road, construction has already been broken for a Dunkin’ Donuts to hit the Grizzly spirited streets.

It will be located where the

old gas station used to be, next to the Marathon gas station.

Over much controversial debate, it was finally decided that Panera Bread is in fact, coming to Wadsworth. For some time, people were confused on its status because there was conflict over the land. Panera wanted to buy the land, but the city only wanted to rent it to them. A compromise was eventually reached and now it will be replacing the Ponderosa near Wendy’s.

It was recently stated in The Post that demolition is set to begin the week of Oct. 11. The project will be taken on by Phillips/Sekanick Architects, Inc. Construction will start in early November.

“Panera Bread is great. It makes us feel like we actually have some kind of culture when we go there,” said Michael Bauer, 11.

Despite all the excitement

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about these food chains, people are also concerned about the lines and traffic they will cause.

“I love Chipotle so the lines are worth it sometimes, I just hope Dunkin’ Donuts does not have as long of a wait. I will be so sad if it does,” said Allison Hagans, 9.

Mouths are watering for all these familiar foods to be closer to home. There is no doubt they will be busy when they are all open for service soon.

Rumor also has it that more delectable destinations are not far from coming to Wadsworth.

PHOTO courtesy OF BRUIN STAFF

Many businesses, including Chipotle Mexican Grill, are coming to Wadsworth to spark new economic opportunities.

News Briefs

World

Local

U.S. doctors began the first clinical The Drama department will present The trials of human embryonic stem Best Haunted House Ever at O.J. Work Auditorium Saturday, October 30 at 2 p.m. cells on humans. and 7:30 p.m.Sunday, October 31 at 2 p.m.

There will be a costume contest at the The COICA Bill was pushed for performances. further review until the Senate Mrs. Mathews and the Speech & Debate returns from recess after this fall. program were honored for the “100 Club” level.

Defense attorneys for Nidal Malik Wadsworth City Schools Voted “Best of the Hasan seek a month-long delay in Best” and Excellent with Distinction in Methe Fort Hood shooting. dina County.

A total of 177 pints of blood were donated One of the strongest earthquake at the National Honor Society blood drive on record in Oklahoma history on Oct. 5. leaves two injured.

Family Always First Night is on Nov. 3 and teachers cannot assign homework, tests or Verizon has announced that they projects. will start selling Apple’s iPad on Mr. Burton, Mr. Hadgis, and Mrs. Mellinger Oct. 28. were recognized for their excellence at the most recent Board meeting.

All of the minors trapped underground in Chile for two months were rescued Oct. 13.

France’s Parliament decided to ban Muslim face veils in public places.

The application for unemployed benefits has increase significantly.

Pope Benedict XVI denounced terrorist “ideologies” in God’s name.

Peace talks with the Taliban have been confirmed by NATO.

Mosque upsets many across nation

BY MOLLY PRIEST

A worldwide controversy has erupted, concerning the building of a Muslim mosque and Islamic cultural center near Ground Zero, the site of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

The mosque is planned to be built as a part of a 13 story Islamic cultural center near Ground Zero in New York City.

The Islamic center is arranged to have a swimming pool, a gym, and a 500 seat auditorium. This is a $100 million project.

The Cordoba Initiative, which is a group that works at improving relations between Islam and the West, is in charge of this project.

“I think it is disrespectful for them to insist on building it there. There are plenty of other places that would work,” said Joey Baker, 11.

The developer for this project is Sharif El-Gamal. He has

PHOTO COURTESY OF MCT CAMPUS

The Islamic cultural center is rumored to be built a block from Ground Zero.

released sketches of the Islamic cultural center, and says ground breaking for this project is at least two to three years away.

“I have nothing against Muslims, but I do not think Ground Zero is the proper place to build a mosque. It should be built in a place to respect those who died in 9/11,” said Olivia

Petrey, 11.

Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf is planning the building of the Islamic cultural center and mosque. The contradiction about this project has become more evident since the imam and his wife, Daisy Khan, have been receiving death threats.

Khan said that her and other

moderate Muslims need to lead the fight against extremist Muslims like al-Qaeda. She is trying to show people that there is a difference between moderate and extremist Muslims. Khan does not want moderate Muslims to be associated with al-Qaeda and other extremists.

The building of the Islamic cultural center and mosque has brought a lot of controversy and opponents. Opponents feel that the Islamic center should be built farther away from Ground Zero.

Supporters of this project feel that religious freedom, as stated in the Constitution, should be protected.

“They should not build it there because it will upset and offend many people across the United States,” said Jordan Schleigh, 9.

The building of the mosque has brought much controversy and has sparked a heated debate that will certainly not be settled over a cup of tea.

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O PINION

THE BRUIN

October 2010

Best of the best: Will you go to Homecoming with me?

OPINION BY GARRETT

Every year around October, boys at Wadsworth High School come up with creative ways to ask their hopeful dates to Homecoming.

“This year the guys have stepped up their game, even me,” said senior Justin Sovine.

The internet has recently provided great ideas for them, but the guys seem to deny using the source. The case is still up in the air, but I can say that is most likely “The Situation.”

I have gone out on a limb and decided to rank the best ways guys asked girls to the dance from each grade with a final winner.

5. Mark Casalinova and Jani Bailey - Starting off the list is this sweet freshman couple. Young Casalinova had to build some courage to fulfill his plan. It was

halftime of the Wadsworth and Medina game, and our squad was down on the scoreboard. That did not stop Casalinova from backing out of his plan. Bailey was behind him in the stands just talking with some friends.

Suddenly, Casalinova stands up, turns around, and lifts up his shirt to reveal the message to Bailey. She was very surprised.

“At halftime, I was feeling pretty down because the team was not doing so hot, but my friends kept trying to cheer me up.

Everyone was sitting down, then Mark stood up and showed me his chest. I was so shocked, and I was instantly put into a better mood.

Of course, I said yes. I mean, to put that kind of thought into asking me was really cool. It was easily one of the nicest things a boy has ever done for me,” said Bailey.

4. Tony Hogan and Alyssa Schwab - Coming in at the 4 spot is this phenomenal sophomore pair. Hogan decided to ask Schwab in a classic way.

“I came up with the idea, well I actually borrowed it. This was Will Smith’s idea. He did it when he was on ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’ to some girl he wanted to ask to Prom. I thought it would work for me,” said Hogan.

He filled up Schwab’s locker with balloons from top to bottom.

The message was in the top locker. Schwab took out all the balloons to see the message.

Hogan found out her answer several class periods after and was pleased to hear she said, yes.

3. David Jack and Erika Anderson - Jack, 11, who is an employee at Whole Day Café, came up with a fantastic idea to ask Anderson to Homecoming. He had Anderson visit him at the local café.

Jack then put his plan into action. He made her a crêpe, or as Ricky Bobby would say, “a really thin pancake,” with a message inside it.

Anderson was eating away, then she came across Jack’s hidden piece of paper. She was very pleasantly stunned, and she told him “yes”, a happy ending.

2. Ian Johnson and Rachel Jones - Johnson, 12, came up with a creative way to ask Jones, 11, to Homecoming. He put himself into a refrigerator box and then had friends wrap up the box. They had Jones come outside, where she found the huge box in her driveway.

“She unwrapped the box and Ian had flowers in his

hands when he popped out, and he asked her the question,” said senior Hannah Smith.

That was a legit plan, and of course, she said yes.

1. Matt Doyle and Alex Bingham - Doyle, 11, owns the top spot on the list. He works at Great Oaks Cinema, so he used some props for his plan. He put his message on the marquee in front of the cinema. Bingham, a fellow junior, saw it when she went to the cinema, and she

phone method, the cell phone or iPod method, or even the mother waking you up method, you need to make sure you double up and try to avoid the snooze button.

You never want to be late on the first day of school. Your teachers might think you do that often, and remember, first impressions are often hard to change.

Step 2- Brush Your Teeth: Building on the fact that you will be making first impressions, you might want to spend a little extra time on breath maintenance the first morning.

Not only will you be meeting your new teachers for the year, but also you will have to introduce yourself to new classmates. Boys, this is especially important for you as I am sure you all know that the first day of school is your day to make a move on the cute ‘new girl’. I am sure she will not want to be locking lips

with the guy who had too much garlic and onions for breakfast.

If breath management is a reoccurring problem for you, then you might want to invest in some quality mouth wash or a breath mint to use before you leave your house each day.

Step 3- Eat a Good Breakfast: This is the step where many freshmen get confused. When I say ‘good breakfast’, they think I am talking about three fluffy buttermilk pancakes, maybe some bacon or sausage.

“You want to start off the day with a good omelette or maybe some hash browns,” said both freshman Bob Evans and sophomore Jimmy Dean.

Having a large, calorie packed breakfast might make someone throw up first period, or worse, have to use the dreaded school bathrooms. You want to keep your meal light; try some cereal or

maybe a banana and some juice.

Step 4- Do Not Pay Attention In Class: There are much more important things on the first day of school than to listen to the teachers present their course criteria and classroom rules.

Here is a hint: all of the rules are the same in each class!

So listen first period, and socialize the rest of the day.

And most importantly, do not ask questions! No one wants to talk to the kid who asked whether it was okay to take notes in pen or pencil.

“I have learned through the years that there are much bigger fish to fry on the first day of school than just picking up your textbooks. They will be there on the second day, too,” said sophomore Nick Seme.

Step 5Find a Good Lunch Table:

was very excited. She said yes to the employee of Great Oaks, a very educated ladies man.

These boys showed some great creativity in the way they asked their dates to Homecoming. For all the girls who were asked by a text or Facebook message, I want to say sorry on behalf of all the guys who actually care. Those of you who sent the text or Facebook messages, I am disappointed in your lack of creativity. Hopefully, everyone had fun at the dance.

PHOTO COURTESY OF MATT

Matt used the Great Oaks’ marquee to ask his date, Alex, to Homecoming. This ingenious idea earned him the top spot on the list.

Survival guide for first day of school OPINION BY KARA LONG

Patrick Long, current freshman at Wadsworth High School, had a rough first day of school. He woke up, showered, and combed his hair, like most high school students start their day, and he even made it to first period on time. However, he didn’t make it out of first period on time.

Long threw up just after the first bell rang, from what he says was not due to nerves, but from an excessive breakfast he ate just an hour earlier.

“I made the poor decision of mixing beverages, I drank orange juice and chocolate milk within ten minutes of each other,” said Long.

Long was obviously not prepared for what high school had in store for him. He, like many, was not ready for the first day of school.

Luckily for you, I have decided to publish my super secret, heavily guarded, top of the charts, first day of school survival guide.

This simple six step checklist has helped me through eleven straight first days of school without one single problem, and now; I am going to share it with you.

Step 1- Set a Double Alarm: Whether you choose to go with the digital clock or cell

PHOTO BY BRUIN STAFF

Freshman Patrick did not have Survival Guidelines before his first day of school, and he threw up. The freshman violated Step 3: Eat a Good Breakfast.

This might be the most important step on this entire list.

Rookies will walk into the lunch room on the first day and sit at the first table they see with someone they know. They accept the first request they get. Not me. I usually circle the lunch room two or three times before carefully selecting my lunch table.

This could quite possibly be the biggest decision you make all year. Why? Well, say you sit with one of your good friends the first day, but you cannot stand the people who come and sit next to you. The next day you decide to switch up tables. Your friend then gets mad and wonders why you left their table for another.

On the first day of school, it is mandatory that you delay your walk to lunch long enough to let everyone choose a table before you make your final choice.

“You want to stay on the north side of the cafeteria. Not only is the food better, but the people on that side are much cooler, too,” said junior Ryan Wise.

Step 6- Get Home Safely: Whether it be riding on the bus, in your parents car, or driving home yourself, be careful! I know it’s the first day of school and you’ve got to get home quickly, but relax.

This year at the school, we had a car accident in the parking lot.

It backed up traffic tremendously, and the culprit caused everyone to miss their milk and cookies!

Alright well there you have it. That is my secret to success.

Make copies. Pass them out to your family, friends and classmates. Next year, I expect to see a flawless first day of school.

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Tiger Woods’ Night Life

FLORIDA -- The fun and exciting night life of Eldrick “Tiger” Woods, 34, went home to be with the Lord in the early morning hours of November 30th, 2009.

The one-time storied golfer, whom some dubbed the greatest to ever step on the course, was found in his 2009 Cadillac Escalade with facial lacerations and severe bruising. His wife, Elin Nordegren, was seen to have been chasing him out of the house moments earlier with one of her spouse’s golf clubs.

Surviving Woods in death are his now ex-wife Elin and his 23 other girlfriends he was seeing at the time. Preceding him in death are his talent, his marriage, and exactly one half of all his property.

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Investigators have not determined what caused the death of Steiners, but they believe that Steiners died as a result of second hand smoking.

Students that were regulars at Steiners are excited to see what the new rec center has in store.

“I hope that the new rec center is a place where friendships are ignited,” said Billy Johnson,10.

Preceding Steiners in death are the Shamoo water slide and the home of the swimming team.

Surviving Steiners in death is the construction area that is surrounded by a chained fence resembling a jail.

Funeral services have not yet been scheduled, but smoking is prohibited as the service will be held in public.

Snooki’s Diet

Since the year 1897, the University of Michigan has always been considered one of the premier college football programs in the country. This distinguished program combined with The Ohio State University in 1935 to create one of the greatest rivalries in college sports history.

Although Michigan had early success in the rivalry, the fans have watched their favorite team fall off the face of the earth in last six years. After six straight losses to the Ohio State Buckeyes, including a 42-7 loss in 2008, the Michigan football program has been declared dead.

Surviving Michigan Football in death are head coach Rich Rodriguez, who is 8-16 in two years with the program, and the hopeless Michigan fans.

Preceding Michigan in death are their chances of ever beating Ohio State.

The calling hours for the death of Michigan Football will be held on November 27, 2010 in Columbus, Ohio. Those attending are advised to dress warmly as Pryoritus is still present in the city of Columbus.

October 2010 Cowboys wide receiver Miles Austin, both class of 1999 high school graduates, same grade relationships have officially died.

Same grade relationships lived a long life filled with high spirits and joy, but in the end they could not survive the piling on of life threatening diseases.

Fifteen year school secretary Mrs. Sue Fisher actually witnessed the death. She said, while looking out her office window, “The older grades have been so nice to the younger grades. It killed the same grade relationship.”

The coroner noted that the main cause of death was probably the emergence of the senior boy/ junior girl relationships that have been spreading like wildfire.

Funeral arrangements have been scheduled to be held in the courtyard, where older guys tend to spot their younger dates.

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In recent years, the crowds attending the dances have dramatically dropped. Students would rather go watch movies at Great Oaks Cinema than spend $3.00 on a night of listening and dancing to songs that have been played repeatedly over the years.

Students are disappointed with the after game dances.

“The only reason that I went to after game dances was to hear Mr. Pauli as the D.J.” said Jeremy Oehlenschlager,10, who does not attend after game dances anymore in protest.

Abby Bryson ,10, said, “I won’t even go to the funeral for the after game dances.

I didn’t even go to the after game dances in the first place.”

Funeral services for the after game dances will be held next Friday after the high school football game. Dress code will be enforced, and Mr. Pauli has accepted his invitation to D.J. the funeral.

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St. Edward Wrestling

LeBron James’ Manhood

CLEVELAND -LeBron Raymone James, 25, lost his manhood on July 8, 2010.

Born in Akron, Ohio, James both grew up in the city and attended St. Vincent St. Mary’s High School. The Rubber City native was drafted number one overall by his hometown Cleveland Cavaliers. After seven years of playing for the Cavs, James’ contract expired. The city felt a championship coming to Cleveland soon, all James needed to do was resign. However, James chose to desert his hometown and break the hearts of many as he “took his talents to South Beach.”

Surviving James in death are his ego and close family friend, Delonte West. Preceding him in death are all thoughts of him being ‘The Chosen One’, and his nickname, which has been changed to “Queen James.”

Steiners

wadsworth -- After years of being the home of the swim team and city sports functions,

MIAMI -- Nicole ‘Snooki’ Polizzi’s diet tragically died before birth in the early morning hours of September 17th, 2010.

Authorities say that the 3’9”, 375 pound guidette did indeed intend on going on a diet before, though it died before she could actually try it out.

Surviving Snooki in death are her fellow Jersey Shore roommates Mike the Situation, Pauly D, Ronnie, Jenny, and Sammi.

Preceding Snooki in death is her former Jersey Shore roommate, Angelina, whom she declared dead in the first episode of season two.

The coroner has concluded that the cause of death was probably the absence of the G and her unwillingness to do L in her daily GTL. Memorial services have been scheduled to be held in Miami, Florida at the local gelatto shop.

Michigan Football

ann arbor -- After six years of battling the diseases of “Smith Sickness” and “Pryoritus,” the University of Michigan’s football team, 130, has given up its fight.

COLUMBUS -- 13 years ago, the Ohio High School wrestling dynasty formerly known as the St. Edward Eagles were born. It’s unheard of lifespan consisted of a state title every year since 1997.

On March 6th, 2010, the Eagle wrestling team not only passed away; they were murdered.

Students from Wadsworth High School have been identified as the culprits. Main suspects in question include Brad Squire, Louden Gordon, and Ben Buzzelli.

The coroner has concluded the main cause of death was an excessive dose of Nick Tavanello.

Funeral services will be held from 2:45-5 p.m. each day in the Grizzly Wrestling room.

wadsworth -- The notorious Wadsworth Chipotle has captured its next victim. After murdering the Fairlawn Chipotle, the Wadsworth Chipotle has moved on to the Kentucky Fried Chicken in Wadsworth.

The KFC has officially gone from being so good to so bad.

Ryan Murphy,12, gave warning to other Wadsworth fast food restaurants by saying, “I’ve seen what Chipotle has done to KFC. If I was the manager of Taco Bell. I’d think about sleeping with one eye open.”

The funeral services for both the KFC in Wadsworth and the Fairlawn Chipotle were held on September 14, 2010 at the Wadsworth Chipotle. Only those that were V.I.P. could get in and receive free burritos. This was supposedly the Wadsworth Chipotle bribing people to become its evil minions.

After Game Dances

Same Grade Relationships

WADSWORTH -- With the recent breakup of celebrity Kim Kardashian and Dallas

wadsworth -- After game dances were once a Friday night hit, but songs like “Don’t Stop Believing” and “Cupid Shuffle” have students claiming that the dances are officially dead.

WADSWORTH -- After decades of living in peace, the act of sleeping in study hall was forcefully put to rest this past May. A long standing Wadsworth High School tradition, students could catch up on their rest by simply putting their head down for a little cat nap.

Unfortunately, the principals decided to pull the plug on this staple of the teenage society.

Heavy sleeper, Jared Schoonover, 10 said, “I heard the teachers were so mad that sleeping was outlawed in study hall and students were sleeping in their classes that they almost went on strike last year!”

Former Grizzly Jonathan Pope remembered the deceased by saying, “One of my favorite memories of high school was when I would invite all my friends sitting around me to come over for a slumber party during 4th period study hall.”

Another graduated student of the school, Danielle Lance, sadly said, “I used to use my 3rd period study hall for my beauty sleep. That’s how I got dates. I feel bad for the boys now that have to put up with this.”

Funeral services were scheduled to honor the fallen in its home next Tuesday in the North Cafeteria, however they have tragically been cancelled as the cafeteria is now only to be used for studying and eating lunch.

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Katie 10, Emily, 10, Rachel, 11, Cassedy, 9, and Sammi, 12 pose in their black and white dresses.

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Seniors Sarah and Angus march down the aisle during the dance.

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The trombones show off intense their skills by performing the always famous “trombone suicides�.

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Juniors Emily, Taylor, Kelly, Katie, Danielle, Alyssa, Lacey, Kori and Erika show off their beautiful dresses.

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Seniors support their team and school by wearing black on spirit day to honor the Black Out.

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While smiling, Elizabeth, 11, Elaina , 11, Lexi, 11, and Kellie, 11 stand on the dance floor.

Homecoming Court Senior:

King and Queen: Sarah and Angus Attendents: Monica Borsani & Megan Crawford Escorts: Matt Abel & Nick Messam

Junior: Raquel Richards & Jonathan Kuss

Sophomore: Lauren Kulasa & Justin Heller Photo by Mr. teringo

Seniors take a photo opportunity to cherish the good moments they share of their last Homecoming.

Freshman: Cara Powell & Tucker Robinson

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“The way a team plays as a whole determines its success. You may have the greatest bunch of indiviual stars in the world, but if they don’t play together, the club won’t be worth a dime.”

-Babe Ruth PHOTO COURTESY OF ANNA CARPENTER

Wadsworth’s student section fans show off their support for the team during the game against Stow.

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The Cross Country team shows off its athletic ability as they compete against Revere.

Rachel, 11 (left) spikes the ball over the net during the volleyball game against Barberton.

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Ian 12 (right) collides with an opponent as he scores a goal.

The Band performs their suicides, showing the many hours of practice and dedication it takes to pull off such a hard stunt.

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Layne 12, looks completely focused as she prepares to return the ball with a backhand at a home tennis match against Chippewa PHOTO COURTESY OF ANNA CARPENTER

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Leah, 9 (right) protects the ball by kicking it out of the opponent’s reach.

Captain, Jacob, 12 (center) pumps up his teammates before a play during the game against Medina.

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Swiss student fulfills “American Dream”

BY ALEXA BAIER AND JACK SNOWBALL

Although Eveline Ambuhl is almost 5,000 miles away from Sigriswil, Switzerland, she already feels at home here in America. With high expectations of her new home away from home, she came with a good attitude, ready to take in the new culture that was bestowed upon her.

Coming to America, Ambuhl’s biggest worries were if she would be comfortable with her host family, and if she would be able to make friends. She was glad to meet Eve Guo, the foreign exchange student from China.

Guo is from Zhengzhou, Henan Province. She has experienced the American culture

in many different ways. She is living her American life to the fullest. So far she has found out that many of the rumors she has heard about America are false. “I have learned a lot about the American culture, the real American ways ,” says Guo.

they visited Switzerland. They had dinner together, which is where the idea sparked of Ambuhl fulfilling her “American Dream,” which is how she always wanted to learn about America while in America. Her host mom and her real mom are very similar, so much that it actually “If I had the chance to be shocks Ambuhl.

Ambuhl also a foreign exchange stuthought that America dent, I would totally do it. was an extremely cool It would be really hard to place, and her opinion adjust to the change, but i has stayed the same. think it would be worth it She feels as though the people in America are in the end.” much friendlier than

-Andrew Slota, 12 those in Switzerland.

The biggest Luckily, Ambuhl already difference between America and knew her host family. She met Switzerland is that Switzerland them about two years ago when is very beautiful, but America is

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Foreign exchange students, Eveline and Eve, have made many friends since their visits including each other.

just so huge. She likes the fact that America has many states and every state seems to be so different unlike Switzerland.

Ambuhl comes from a very small town, that she does not even consider a town. It has about 120 people in it. She does miss Switzerland’s beauty. From her city she can see down to a gorgeous lake, and if she looks up, she has a great view of the mountains.

Since Ambuhl has been in America, she has already visited Savannah, Georgia and Charleston, South Carolina. She has also already been to Cedar Point, which amazed her because there is nothing so extreme like it in Switzerland. She still wants to visit Florida and New York.

She has made a lot of new friends since she has arrived in the beginning of August, but she does miss her friends and family back in Switzerland. She is able to stay in contact with them through Facebook and Skype.

She is glad that she has the chance to be in America, and definitely has learned to adjust. Becoming a foreign exchange student is a huge decision.

“If I had the chance to be a foreign exchange student I would totally do it. It would be really hard to adjust to the change, but I think it would be worth it in the end,” said senior Andrew Slota.

Ambuhl feels the same way as Andrew, but dealing with these changes are definitely worth it when it comes to being able to experience her amazing “American Dream.”

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The Social Network controls box office

BY ELAINA LANSON

The new hit movie, The Social Network, is loosely based on the creation of Facebook. In the year 2003, Mark Zuckerberg, played

by Jesse Eisenberg, came up with a website plan that would forever change the social network as we know it.

The program that began in his dorm room at Harvard University would later make him the youngest billionaire to walk the Earth. The programming genius and entrepreneur faced personal and legal problems on his way to creating the most viewed network The Social Network has an “A-list” of our day. rate each female enrolled at the The Social Network picks up one university. night when a drunk Zuckerberg had a fight “The story was with his girlfriend and intriguing. It amazes me wanted revenge. He blogged about her that someone so young while he hacked into could have the idea for the Harvard student a system that is now a site and stole photos of the campus’ “best worldwide network.” looking females.”

-Kassie Recupero,10 “I would never expect that a teenage boy could hack into the Harvard After the creation of this site, system. It really amazed me,” said the Winklevoss twins begged Sophie Oddo, 10.

Zuckerberg to be their partner in The link with the stolen an enterprise to create a social images made it around Harvard networking site that resembled campus, allowing students to Myspace.

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cast including Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, and Justin Timberlake.

The brothers believed Zuckerberg ‘stole’ their idea and took all the credit for creating “TheFacebook.” The duo soon shortened the name of the site to “Facebook.”

Zuckerberg and business partners Eduardo Saverin (Andrew Garfield) and Sean Parker (Justin Timberlake) step in and get the project rolling by moving the business to California.

In California, Zuckerberg met with businesses willing to advertise and sponsor Facebook.

This is when Facebook hits it big with millions of dollars.

The audience becomes involved with the complex

characters, leaving a strong sense of friendship or hatred for each one. The cinematography and witty script captures the attention of the audience leaving them wanting more.

“The story was intriguing. It amazes me someone so young could have the idea for a system that is now a worldwide social network,” said sophomore Kassie Recupero, 10.

The Social Network made 23 million dollars opening weekend and is estimated to sell more tickets in the box office in the upcoming weeks. The Social Network is this month’s top choice, it peaked in the box office and is now deemed the “must see” fall movie.

New Apple products to arrive this fall

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The Apple industry has yet to disappoint consumers. A new generation of Apple products has emerged onto the scene this fall.

When the first iPhone came out people’s lives were changed.

It is virtually everything needed right from your phone. No one thought it could get any better.

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Apple inventors have given them.

Not only are they new, but they are also very easy to use, hassle free, and fun.

If things could not get any better, Apple has a new TV. Apple inventors understand that the first TV was “ I love my iPhone because I not up to par and can manage my fantasy football they changed verything team as well as check my grades.” earound to make -Tony Davis, 12 it one of the best TV’s to have on entertain and teach new things. the market. It offers so many Ryan Bonzo, 12 says “I love new features and Netflix is even my iPod touch because I can available from the TV. listen to sweet jams and videos!”

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As expected, the functionality of the device is identical to the iPhone four, as well as the functions of the cameras. In essence, it is a much thinner iPhone four, with no cell radio and a lower quality still camera.

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Injury prone but still fighting

BY TOM CALHOUN

Injuries have taken a toll on the girls cross country team. From stress fractures to sore hips, the girls team has seen it all.

Paige Szabat was the biggest loss during summer workouts.

Szabat developed a stress fracture in her left leg and is out for the year. Szabat was the star of the cross country team with a return trip to the state

tournament in her sights again for this season.

Other key injuries are Lauren Whitman,10, Ally Malkowski 10, Katie Palitto 10, Rachel Rummer, 10 and Rachel Dietrich, 11.

A stress fracture has also sidelined Dietrich for the year. Sore hips have temporary knocked out Whitman, Malkowski and Palitto. As for Rummer, she broke her foot

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Wadsworth senior Russell McCune Runs in the Suburban League Super Duals.

doing a back flip off of a picnic table at a meet.

Even though they are plagued with injuries, the Grizzlies are still finding a way to compete.

Ashley Gray, 11 and Cara Powell, 9 have stepped up and helped carry the load.

At Tiffin Carnival, the duo dominated. Gray ran a 20:28 on a 5k course, with Powell running the exact same time. Both girls helped Wadsworth to place high at the event.

“Even though the team has lost a lot this year, there are girls everywhere that are stepping it up,” said Malkowski, 10.

As for the boys cross country team, they are having a stellar season even though they lost Nathan McDevitt,11, to shin splints and Erik Peltz,10, to a stress fracture. “We have met and surpassed preseason expectations,”said Peltz.

The Grizzlies won the Suburban League Super Duals, and they are predicted to win the Suburban League Title as well.

Nate Tipton and Russell McCune are having great seasons, with McCune ranked 17th in the state. Tipton has improved, running at a time of 17:00 last year and a personal best of 16:40 this year.

As for McCune, he has a

personal best of 15:44. The old school record was 15:56 which was set in 1995 by Andy Clifford. McCune is hoping to improve his Personal best by 20 seconds. Zack Wills is the top ranked runner in the state with a time of 15:01. McCune wants to finish the year within the top ten in the state.

“This is the best sport by far I have ever participated in,” said McCune, 12.

Russell had participated in football his sophomore year. and City League Basketball and baseball.

“I think this sport will carry me far, because of the discipline I have acquired,” said McCune.

As for college, McCune has received a letter from Ohio Northern University; however, he cannot receive a scholarship from ONU because they are division III. He has interest in going to The Ohio State University, with interest in running for the nationally ranked cross country team.

In the past, the cross teams have competed well in the post season and are looking forward to performing well once again.

The boys and girls teams both start the road to state Oct. 23 at Lorain Community College in Districts competition.

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BY JOSH KIPFER

As the new NFL season starts, certain players are looked to be studs on their teams. Some accomplish this with ease every year, but then there are the duds, the highly anticipated players who turn out to be complete busts.

The very first dud that comes to mind this season is Brett Favre.

Just in the first four games of the season, Favre has had seven interceptions and 10 sacks for a loss of 66 yards.

The Vikings record is also a slow 1-3 compared to last years start of 3-0.

During this last offseason, Favre’s return was questionable because of an ankle injury.

“I think he is too old and he is just going to get hurt; he should just retire,” said sophomore Alex Kuykendall.

He did return, but the Vikings had to add to his contract and increase his salary.

Despite coming in this year highly anticipated, he has really been a bust.

The next biggest dud that many people watch every Sunday are the Cleveland Browns.

With high hopes for this year they have really come out and failed their fans once again.

Their first three game of the year, against Tampa Bay, Kansas City and Baltimore, were all very beat able teams for the Browns. But they have come out on the losing side of everyone of these games.

They have played well overall,

however they just can not finish in the fourth quarter. Despite having the lead in the fourth quarter for the first four games of the year, their offense just can not put up points in the end. It is really disappointing because their defense is playing well and has stopped the other team with relative ease.

“I feel that their offense needs to pick it up during the fourth quarter,” said sophomore Chris Joyce.

Despite having high hopes this year, Browns fans will have to wait a little longer to see their home town team be on top.

Now on to the studs. The very first name that comes to mind is Peyton Manning.

Although the Colts have started the season off at 3-2, Peyton Manning is still showing off his stud credentials.

This has been showcased most recently against their rivaled Jacksonville Jagaurs.

Even though the Colts ended up with the loss, Manning did put them in the position to win late in the game.

Down by seven points with about two minutes left in the game, the Colts were on their own 35 yard line.

For most teams there is really little hope to win in this situation, but the Colts have done this multiple times with Manning in control. The drive went 65 yards on 8 plays in a minute twenty-one seconds.

Faced with a 4th and 10 after three incomplete passes, It did

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Minnesota Vikings quarterback Brett Favre drops back for a pass against the Detroit Lions. Favre came out of retirement to play one more season with Minnesota, and so far, he is coming up as a dud instead of a stud with a overall 1-3 record.

not look good for the Colts This did not stop Manning. He dropped back and threw down the middle of the field to move the chains for the first down Upon receiving the new set of downs, Manning went down field to favored target Reggie Wayne, taking them down to the seven yard line.

“I do not know how he does it.

He is just awesome and no one compares” said junior Joey Baker.

The Colts then scored and gave the ball back to the Jaguars who drove into field goal range to win the game with a 59 yard kick.

This did not end well for the Colts, but Manning did all he

could to help his team win. The Jaguars played really well and came out with the win in the first of the teams two meetings.

So, Manning is a stud but right now his record does not show his true ability.

No doubt, this is the year for some big duds for

what we expected and there have been some studs that people always love to watch.

Now, fans just have to sit back and watch how the rest of the year plays out. Perhaps some duds will turn into studs or remain huge disappointments from the previous years.

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New coach leads team to SL title, into postseason

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Senior Robyn spikes the ball back over the net while team mates Senior Julie and Sabrina prepare for a return.

BY NICK TAVANELLO

As last year’s season ended for the girl’s volleyball team, they expected Coach Mason to return for another run at the regionals and possibly the final four.

Instead the College of Wooster promoted Mason with a career opportunity she could not pass up.

This made many wonder how the Grizzly volleyball team was going to do this season with another new coach for the third year in a row.

After having an 18 win season last year and making it to the regional semifinals, people expected the same result.

“I was really excited to come to Wadsworth because I knew that it is an amazing school district that also values athletics,” said new coach Jillian Quayle.

When Jillian Quayle

Sports Briefs Varsity Girls Golf Alice Ho is the first Wadsworth female golfer to qualify for the State Meet.

Varsity Football

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Coach Quayle talks to her players before their game against Revere. The Ladies defeated Revere 25-13, 25-23, and 25-22.

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Seniors Elliot and Julie along with Sophomore Sabrina prepare to the next volley against Revere.

stepped into the new head coaching position, she helped the team to an even better season than the previous one.

“We didn’t know what to think about her at the beginning, but as the season went on we all really grew to like her,” said Alyssa Horton, 11.

The ladies have really responded to her as new head coach.

“The girls were very welcoming and worked very hard in the summer to help us achieve our goals this season,” said Quayle.

Before coming to Wadsworth, she was Highland’s head coach and JV coach at North Royalton.

So far in this season, Coach Quayle has lead the Grizzlies to a 17 and two season which puts them on track to do better than the previous one. With key players senior Julie Bassett and junior Rachel Jones, who

are leading the team in kills this year and Sophomore Sabrina Parsons leading in blocks, the Grizzlies are looking stronger as t he s eas on progr es s es .

“Every win this year has been a team effort. Seniors Sarah White, Elaine Zollinger and Elliot Georgiadis have done an excellent job as team captains and leaders.” said Quayle about her team and captains.

They have had just two losses this season to Perry and Walsh which were both hard fought matches that the ladies could not pull off.

They play with great intensity and know how to take games over. Just as they did against Copley, who are three games behind them in the league. The first match against the Indians went to over 30 points and the Grizzlies pulled it off with a 31 to 29 win in the first match. After

that, the ladies took the game over .

The Volley for the Cure game this year raised over $1,000 for the Susan G. Komen Foundation. “I would like to thank everyone that has come out to support the girls and those who donated to the Volley for the Cure game,” said Quayle .

Coach Quayle teaches the ladies how to look for open spots on the court and helps them to recognize what the other teams tendencies are. This allows the lady Grizzlies to be on their toes and be able to react to anything that is thrown at them.

“She scouts other teams for us and warns us for what is coming,” said Rachel Jones, 11.

Before each game, Coach Quayle’s father gives the team a inspirational speech to get them ready to play. Then she watches them through their warmups until it is her time to take

them through the hitting drills.

Coach Quayle watches the opposing team’s JV closely and looks for tendencies that they make and warns the varsity about them.

The Grizzlies have been very successful on game day and look to keep improving their record. With a 17-2 record, the ladies have clinched the Suburban League title with a win over Revere.

Many of the players are looking forward to the rest of their season and hope that they can make a run into the postseason tournament to make it to the state fianl four competition.

“We expect to be a very competitive team in the post season,” said Coach Quayle.

The ladies enter post season on Thursday, Oct. 21, at Barberton High School at 6 p.m. With a Third seed, the Grizzlies will face either Wooster or Canton Timken.

BY LUKE LYREN

But do not get too worried, Wadsworth High is blessed enough to have two more years with one of the four state champs.

Ben Buzzelli was recruited

by Jim Dennison, head coach of Walsh University and also the father of Wadsworth head coach, Mr. Greg Dennison. Buzzelli is a freshman there this year and plays as an Offensive Lineman.

The team is undefeated after five games. On Oct. 16 they played Taylor University who

Brett and Luke Currens, former Wadsworth graduates, start for.

“I have made it to a couple of my brothers games and he gets in here and there. Its nice to see him excel in football the way he is,” said Brett Buzzelli, 11.

Junior Nick Tavanello will be a big leader in the Wadsworth Wrestling program for the next couple of years.

Tavanello is a big contributor for the football team as a guard and a defensive tackle.

Even though Tavanello is in

the middle of the football season, he is still preparing to make another impressive appearance in Columbus at the 215 weight class. Tavanello also plans on continuing his wrestling career after he is done with high school.

Louden Gordon is wrestling at Notre Dame College. He wrestles in the 133/141 pound weight class.

Gordon is very close to his family and friends so he makes it back to visit Wadsworth quite often.

“I am very excited to see my brother wrestle this year, it’s nice to see all his hard work has paid off,” said Cody Gordon, 11.

Gordon’s first event will be the Buffalo Open on Nov. 7.

Brad Squire was heavily recruited by Ohio University in Athens, Ohio. He is now on the Bobcats Wrestling team and although he is most likely to be redshirted this year, he is predicted to be a huge asset to the team in the future.

“My brother is excited to be a contributing factor for the Bobcats in the upcoming years,” said Kagan Squire, 11.

The first Ohio University Wrestling event will be an Intrasquad match at the end of this month.

Overall the state champs are all excelling in athletics in college or high school, just as everyone expected them to.

State champs, one year later

Everyone remembers the four Wadsworth High School students that brought home State Championship medals from Columbus last winter.

Now that the new school year has just begun, where are the four State Champs that will never be forgotten at now?

Most of them have gone o ff t o c o l l e g e t o f u r t h e r their wrestling careers.

Martice Jackson is the first freshman to start varsity since Caleb Busson and Anthony Schrock which was back in 2006.

Girls Varsity Tennis Layne Connally was Channel 5 Athlete of the Week on Oct 13.

PHOTOS BY MR TERINGO

Ben, Brad, Louden, and Nick pose for a picture together in front of the final scoreboard.

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Sarah and Nick Hannah EST. 10/6/2006

Fun Fact: They were also awarded Couple of the Year in 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th grade.

JUNK OF THE MONTH 2001 DODGE VAN

BY NATALIE DAVIS

On any typical school day, some may think that the Mystery Machine from Scooby Doo is pulling into Wadsworth High School’s parking lot, but really it is Michael Brazier’s,11, purple, 15-passenger van.

It is nearly large enough for a whole class to pile in for a field trip, but Brazier uses this van as a form of transportation for his friends and family.

However, with extended functions come a few headaches, as owning such a large vehicle can be a real hassle. He says, “It is like maneuvering a bus in parking lots, and it is a pain in the neck sometimes.”

To some, the large van is affectionately

known as the “man van” or “BBV.” These are just nicknames for something Brazier loves so dearly. He takes great care of it, which is a challenge – because there is so much of it! On the beneficial side of things, the inside is kept very tidy and has plenty of space, especially if all the seats are taken out. Maybe this cavernous van can be the site of the next school dance!

Overall, the “man van” is an eye-catcher, appearing as a giant Barney on wheels.

With its distinctive color, its probable Brazier could sell it fairly quickly – in Barberton. At any rate, this van may be large and require a lot of gas, but it sure is reliable. Just do not expect Scooby to climb out of it in the WHS parking lot.

Steven

Favorite Teacher: Mrs. Beth Lance because she connects well with her students and works really hard!

Favorite Class: Physics because of the labs!

Future Plans: Attend college and compete in track and field.

Favorite Quote: “Hard work trumps everything.”

Advice: Have fun while you can because it will be over before you know it!

Favorite Teacher: Mr. Mike Schmeltzer Sr. I delight in his wisdom and insight.

Favorite Class: AP Biology, junior year.

Future Plans: Attend THE Ohio State University and major in biomedical science.

Favorite Quote: “Imperfect action is better than perfect inaction.”

Advice: Know your place, pay your dues, and you will be awarded.

Career-Tech Students of the Month

Dianna

Aaron

Teacher Training

Media Communications

Joke of the Month What kind of mistakes do ghosts make? boo boos PHOTO BY HAYDEN KILBRIDE

Mike, 11 , shows off his prize possession that has led to the mysterious wonder of Shaggy and Scooby being part of our WHS student parking lot.

Athletes

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Favorite Movie:

Favorite Movie:

Remember The Titans

Parent Trap

Quote to live by:

Ian Football and Soccer

“I can do all things through him who strengthens me.”

-Philippians 4:13

Quote to live by:

Julie Volleyball

“You gotta get up every morning with determination if you want to go to bed with satisfaction.”

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What was your favorite Halloween costume?

“Marluxia

(Mar-loo-sha) from Kingdom Hearts. I love his pink hair and his totally feminine control over flowers. (And, of course, his scythe.)

-Melissa Cary, 11

“My favorite, most funny, costume was when I dressed up as a girl! My mom thought it was funny because I have been told I have long, beautiful eyelashes like a girl.”

“I was a Ninja one Halloween.

Actually... I am always a Ninja.”

-Jon Chamier, 11

-Spencer Meyers, 12

LEAH

PHOTO BY KAYLEIGH MILLER

“I loved my Cheetah Girls costume! I carried around a microphone and sang their hits. I was best at singing Cinderella.”

-Leah, 9 “Once four friends and I went trickor-treating as Jabbawockeez!”

-Jack Pecnik, 10 “When Dianna and I were little, we dressed up as Barbies!”

-Sydney Tenyak, 11

“My friends and I dressed up as Lady Gaga. It was easy to dress up in crazy outfits and make our hair look wild!”

-Allison Earle, 10

“In eighth grade I went to a Halloween Party at a friend’s house. I wanted to show off my guns for all the good looking girls, so I dressed up as a Viking! The girls loved the muscles and obviously, the horned hat.”

-Dom, 12

MEGAN

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“I dressed up as a black cat when I was in preschool. I had a tail, whiskers and everything!”

-Megan, 12

DOM

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TEACHERS What is your favorite candy to eat for Halloween?

“I really don’t have one. I try not to eat too much candy. If I had to choose... a Twix Bar.”

“Hands down, the caramel apple suckers.”

-Mrs. Mary Beth Baxley

-Mr. John Johnson “It has to be Brach’s Candy Corn... not that generic stuff!”

-Mr. Michael Lee

“Reese’s Cups & Sweet Tarts... but not mixed together!”

-Ms. Kristen Contini

“I prefer when grandmothers give out apples and nickels.”

-Mrs. Sarah Trausch

“Almond Joy candy bars!”

-Mr. Mike Schmeltzer (Sr.)

“I love eating candy corn on Halloween!”

-Mrs. Pam Csaky

“My favorite Halloween treat is a mix of candy corn and peanuts.

It tastes like a Payday but even more delicious! Candy corn is great.”

MR. MICHAEL LEE

PHOTO BY HAYLEY DOUGLAS

-Mrs. Michelle Rohrer

MRS. MICHELLE ROHRER

PHOTO BY HAYLEY DOUGLAS