By Alexander DeWitt ’12
\”Today is the first day of the rest of your life!”
Why I Go To Daily Mass
by Jack Lupica ’14
The Jesuit Community at St. Ignatius High School has blest us with the gift of daily mass. I always look forward to my lunch period not only because I get to eat lunch, but more importantly, I receive spiritual food through the reception of Jesus in the Eucharist.
There are a number of reasons why I have decided to take advantage of this great gift. The most important reason is that I am given the opportunity to spend time with Jesus asking Him for support in my day with all of its challenges.
I also attend to thank God for all of the many gifts He has blest me with. Once, St. Teresa asked Our Lord, \”How can I thank you?”
Senior Surprise!
In a letter from Peter Corrigan, the results of the “surprise” for the seniors is as follows: (see more photos here)
“I would like to echo Rory Hennessey’s words of thanks to all who made today such a tremendous success! Many people helped pull this off and the seniors seemed to genuinely appreciative. Thank you for supporting the seniors and your colleagues who took the initiative to respond to a need they perceived.
I wish that you all could have all been there when I introduced the day at 8:05 in the Breen. I opened by commenting that I knew that they were wondering why we had assembled them this morning. You could have heard a pin drop as they waited in anxious anticipation. I then showed them a brief clip from Dead Poets’ Society where teacher John Keating (Robin Williams) tells them to rip out the introduction to their poetry anthology. I proceeded to tell them that we were ripping out the regular schedule for them today and there was a puzzled but audible sigh of relief. Rory then got them rolling with his bon mots.
The day moved along flawlessly and concluded with a class picture in the Wasmer Field stands, a final blessing, and the singing of our Alma Mater.
I think that this may be one of their memorable class memories. Thanks again to all those who made it so successful.
p.s. Can you believe that Rory Hennessey had never seen Ferris Buehler’s Day Off until today? No wonder he let it be shown today.”
Circus Club On A Roll
Jacob Biesiada ’13
The Circus Company has started the year off with a bang. We have already have over 15 new members and growing! New and old members alike have been attending more and more shows. We have performed at many charity events at such venues as Progressive field. The new members have made much progress in the past few months and we have high hopes for them. With the coming of winter the Circus Company is a good extracurricular choice. But, the Circus Company is more than just a club; it is taking a skill and enhancing it to give back to the community. I would highly suggest stopping by the Breen Center on Wednesday after school and see what it’s like. Also, if you have the chance to see a Circus Company show its sure to be a good time.
Reflections on Kairos
‘Time, as most students know it, is what a Kairos retreat seeks to transcend. Kairos comes from a Greek word relating to God’s time, or time to be filled “
Playoffs or Not, Iggy v Eds is Still \”the Big Game”
by SAHIL GOSAIN ’11
In Ohio, the rivalry between St. Ignatius and St. Edward is legendary. The schools, which are just over 6 miles apart on Cleveland’s West Side, have competed in many memorable athletic events, but none was more dramatic or more significant than that night in 1993, when, for three hours and 17 minutes, life for those schools centered on their varsity football teams. In front of a standing-room and aisle-sitting Lakewood Stadium crowd estimated to be more than 13,000, the Wildcats and the Eagles were playing for more than just bragging rights. At stake for St. Ignatius was a national championship. For the Eagles, it was a Division I playoff berth, something the school hadn’t accomplished since 1987.
In a thriller that is widely regarded as the greatest game played in Northeast Ohio, Ignatius came out on top 35-34. To this day, that one game stands out to represent the competitive and evenly- matched nature of the rivalry. No matter how the season is going for the respective teams or what comes in the future in the playoffs, this game always has the makings of one of the greatest games ever, a state championship flavor.
There is no rivalry in the state of Ohio that matches the intensity and tradition played in the Holy War. The game, which will be played for the 58th time this weekend always has the makings of being a game which could be talked about for years. Many people have argued that because of the recent playoff clashes with Glenville, Glenville has become an equivalent football rival. But those same people forget how rich the Holy War is and has been for almost 60 years now. Regardless of the playoff implications, the St. Edward-St. Ignatius football matchup will always be the Big Game. This Saturday, facing a tough and talented Eagle squad, the Ignatius Wildcats may write another one for the history books. “
Soccer Cats Motivated: On the hunt for a fourth star
- Preview for Tuesday’s regional soccer final vs Warren Howland: http://bit.ly/bXz34X
- OHSAA State Soccer Playoffs Schedule:Regional Semis – 11/2 @ Revenna HS at 7pm
Regional Final – 11/6 @ Rocky River at 3pm
State Semis – 11/9 (Venue is TBD) at 7pm
State Final – 11/12 @ Columbus at 7pm
By SAHIL GOSAIN ’11
Eye Staff Reporter
Halloween or not, there’s no time to be haunted by the past. Not when it’s playoff season.
That’s the attitude of the #1 nationally-ranked Ignatius Wildcats soccer team this season. Putting the ghosts of last years’ heartbreaking loss in an overtime shootout in the state championship game behind them, the Wildcats are instead finding motivation from last years’ disappointing finish to propel them to their 2nd state championship in 3 years.
With seniors Luke Blades, Ryan Ivancic, and Yianni Siarris leading the way, the Wildcats look to bring home the state championship back to northeast Ohio.
With Ohio being a hot-bed of soccer talent, the ‘Cats aren’t underestimating their competition. However the path will not be easy. Standing the way of the ultimate goal are strong teams such as Centerville, Toledo St. John, Strongsville, and of course the defending champs Gahanna Lincoln.
After knocking off Shaker Hts in a 6-2 rout in the District Semi-Finals on Monday, the ‘Cats advanced to face the Solon Comets in the District Finals last night.
Results were not available at the time of printing, but the Wildcats are determined and focused as they enter the game. The last time the ‘Cats faced Solon in the playoffs was in 2006. “
X-Country Cats Advance to Districts
By NATHAN PEEREBOOM ’13
The Cross Country team became District Champions last weekend on their home-turf, Edgewater Park. Although the course was slow due to soggy weather, team captain John Sweeney won the varsity race and was followed closely by Mitch Baum, Ben Radeff, Nick Bartram, Jack Miller, Drew Galang, and Pat Flanagan. These seven, joined by alternates Sam Slingluff and John Whitmore, will compete at the Regional meet at Hedges Boyer Park in Tiffin this Saturday at 12:35pm. The team hopes to continue to the State Meet on November 6th at Scioto Downs, Columbus in pursuit of another state title. “
Crew Team Ready for Move to New Boathouse
By CONNOR KITKO ’13
Eye Staff Reporter
Across Cleveland, politicians, philanthropists, and community-organizers are fostering projects to make the city more scenic and enjoyable for the citizens. One of those projects, backed by the Cleveland Rowing Foundation, is being supported by our very own Wildcat Navy.
For the past twenty years, the Ignatius crew team has rowed out of a warehouse that was converted nto a boathouse. The words “Class 1 Asbestos” still emblazon one wall. Comparable to a move from a Motel 6 to the Ritz -Carlton, the Cats are leaving
their old home in favor of the new Cleveland Rowing Foundation boathouse at the RiverGate complex.
The new facility, which is located around the river bend from the current facility, includes a floor plan that was designed with crew teams in mind. This new floor plan will make it easier to maneuver rowing shells to and from the river. While this will be a step up for the Ignatius Navy, this is only the first stage in a series of planned improvements to the boathouse, which is currently being renovated.
Regardless of their starting place, the team must still confront the river with the typical Ignatius spirit of hard work and 5:45 a.m. practices. “
JV and Frosh Football Teams Finish Strong
By MAC ROBINSON ’14
Eye Staff Reporter
As Varsity Football has taken care of business, the J.V. and Freshman squads have flown under-the-radar. This season, both teams having good years.
The J.V. team is off to a tremendous start this season with an undefeated record, led by Coach Ryan Franzinger and team captains Kevin Kavalec and Tim McVey. The offense has been very well executed by starting quarterback Michael LaManna, who has been given ample protection by the offensive line.
LaManna has had help from his favorite targets: Rocky Zingale, Kevin Kavalec, and Connor Hennessey. Connor, youngest son of Mr. Hennessy, also has done a good job returning punts for the Wildcats. Tim McVey, Mike Gibbons, and Dan Way all share the load in the backfield for the rushing attack.
When asked about the defense, Coach Franzinger said, \”The defense is giving a solid group effort. That’s the way that defense should be played.”
