BV falls to BVNW Huskies in varsity boys basketball
Jordan McEntee, Sports Editor, Staff Writer
January 31, 2012
The Tiger basketball team took on the 11-1 Huskies from Blue Valley Northwest tonight. A few dozen fans in the student section dressed up for the white out game. Seniors Jack Porter and John Stoothoff and juniors Connor Hurst, Andrew Reinkemeyer and Mitch Sundquist started the game for the... Read More
Off-season training keeps athletes fit
Jordan McEntee, Sports Editor
January 27, 2012
Their alarm clocks ring at 5:15 a.m. They could hit the snooze button a few times. But they don’t. Juniors Xavier Adams and Colton Donohue wake up early every morning to run together. Adams and Donohue are training for the upcoming track season. “After our freshman year, we were one spot... Read More
Younger players look up to 3 returning athletes as role models
Jordan McEntee, Sports Editor
January 27, 2012
He dribbles down the court. He’s used to searching for a senior to pass the ball to, but he soon realizes that he is that senior. Jack Porter, John Stoothoff and Brady Buescher are the three seniors on the varsity boys basketball team. Porter and Stoothoff are the only returning varsity players... Read More
School-wide power outage leads to early dismissal, cancellation of after-school activities
Jordan McEntee, Sports Editor
December 12, 2011
BVHS administrators released students from classes a few minutes after 2 p.m. today due to a school-wide power outage. At about 1:15, a majority of the school’s classrooms lost power, with a few exceptions. At 1:34, all power in the entire building went out, and the entire school went black. Administrators... Read More
Tigers repeat 24-21 win over Bishop Meige, advance to Substate
Jordan McEntee, Sports Editor
November 12, 2011
24-21 seems to be a popular score in football games between the Tigers of Blue Valley and the Stags of Bishop Miege. Just like their first match-up this season, the Tigers slid past the Stags by three points in a nail-biting game. Just more than three minutes into the game, senior Kyle Zimmerman... Read More
Sporting KC: Season in review
Jordan McEntee, Sports Editor
November 11, 2011
2004. The last time Kansas City made it to the playoffs for Major League Soccer. But that was the Wizards. 2011. A brand new team with a brand new, state-of-the-art soccer stadium. Sporting Kansas City. The team played its first 10 games on the road, only winning one game. LIVESTRONG Sporting... Read More
BV stomps Gardner-Edgerton, 40-6
Jordan McEntee, Sports Editor
October 29, 2011
The game concluded with the student section cheering, “State! State! State!” after the 40-6 win over the Trailblazers of Gardner-Edgerton High School. The Tigers went up early with a throw from senior Kyle Zimmerman to junior Andrew Reinkemeyer with 4:40 left in the first quarter. BV started... Read More
New girls bowling team starts at BV
Jordan McEntee, Sports Editor
October 27, 2011
The extensive list of sports and activities at BV has a new addition — girls bowling. Art teacher Mark Mosier, who sponsored the bowling club a few years ago, will coach BV’s first bowling team. “Three or four years ago, we had a bowling club at BV,” he said. “On Tuesdays and Thursdays... Read More
Athletic director plans to retire after school year, pursue hobbies
Jordan McEntee, Sports Editor
October 27, 2011
He stands on the sidelines with his arms folded across his chest. The team makes a good play. He smiles and claps. The athletes know he’s there supporting them. He always is. Athletic director Bob Whitehead has been at BV for 25 years and plans to retire after this school year. Whitehead... Read More
Tigers continue undefeated streak with 14-0 win over STA
Jordan McEntee, Sports Editor
October 17, 2011
The Tiger football team took the initiative early against the Saints of Saint Thomas Aquinas. With 8:17 left in the first quarter, senior Kyle Zimmerman threw a touchdown pass to senior Sean Skaggs, making the score 7-0. With about 4 minutes left in the first quarter senior Matt Floyd ran the... Read More
Tigers pull out 14-13 win over BVNW Huskies
Jordan McEntee, Sports Editor
October 6, 2011
The location might have been the same as their face-off with BV North last Friday, but tonight’s match-up against the Huskies of BV Northwest was a completely different game. BV got off to a slow start, unlike their last few high-scoring games. The first quarter had little action and ended... Read More
Tigers trample BVN Mustangs, 77-6
Jordan McEntee, Sports Editor
September 30, 2011
#bvfootball #domination #tigernation BV students blew up Twitter with tweets about the Tigers’ 77-6 win over BV North. The Tiger defense started off strong, denying the Mustangs any chance at moving downfield, forcing them to punt. The short 15-yard punt by the Mustangs led to Kyle Zimmerman’s... Read More
Sporting KC goes from being underdog to top-ranked
Jordan McEntee, Sports Editor
September 29, 2011
They were a brand new team. Their first 10 games were away because they didn’t even have a home stadium. They won only one of those ten games. On June 9, everything turned around for Sporting Kansas City. The brand new, multi-million-dollar LIVESTRONG Sporting Park was finally opened for... Read More
Matt Maher’s new album appeals to all ages
Jordan McEntee, Sports Editor
September 20, 2011
Matt Maher’s new album is just as genius as his last five. I pre-ordered the Catholic artist’s album The Love In Between months ago, and I’ve been impatiently counting down the days ever since. The new album was finally released on iTunes and in stores today, Sept. 20. The Love In Between... Read More
BV defeats BVSW, remains undefeated
Jordan McEntee, Sports Editor
September 9, 2011
“You can’t stop him! . . . You can’t stop him!” This chant from the BV student section about running back Justin Fulks accurately sums up his night. The senior scored five touchdowns, accounting for 30 of the Tigers’ points in their 33-6 victory over BV Southwest. The Tigers started... Read More
Despite few home games, school spirit should continue
Jordan McEntee, Sports Editor
September 7, 2011
It’s time. Time to bust out the black and gold face paint. Time to locate the all your BV spirit wear. Time to face your closet to unbury those gold beads from your heap of dirty clothes. That’s right, it’s time for Tiger football season. We all remember those seven crazy home games,... Read More
Boys soccer team falls to Mill Valley
Jordan McEntee, Sports Editor
August 30, 2011
The boys varsity soccer team faced off against the Mill Valley Jaguars last night, Monday, Aug. 30, which ended in a nail-biting 1-0 loss for the Tigers. Both teams fought until the very end, tied 0-0, until Mill Valley scored the game’s lone goal in the 80th minute. “I... Read More
Bubba Starling shows how dedication, perseverance can pay off
Jordan McEntee, Sports Editor
August 25, 2011
Living the dream. The dream every little league baseball player has in the back of their mind. That future they desire — going on to play Major League Baseball and making a bunch of money. Bubba Starling is living that dream. Everyone remembers him as “the kid who played everything.” Football?... Read More
Introduction: After the Whistle
Jordan McEntee, Sports Editor
August 16, 2011
It was a dramatic, nail-biting game. You weren’t there, but your friends can’t stop talking about it. You wonder where in the world you can find the inside scoop on the game, so you’re not out of the loop. Look no further. After the Whistle is a sports blog dedicated to letting you know... Read More
Girls soccer loses to Aquinas in State quarterfinals
Jordan McEntee, Sports Editor
May 25, 2011
The girls soccer team fell to the Saints of St. Thomas Aquinas in the State Quarterfinal game Tuesday night, with a score of 2-1. Aquinas senior Sarah Heilman scored the first goal about 2 minutes into the match off a pass from sophomore Hannah Pyle. Blue Valley tied it up with a goal by sophomore... Read More
BV district lacrosse team defeats Notre Dame de Sion for high school girls lacrosse state championship
Jordan McEntee, Design Editor
May 18, 2011
The Blue Valley District lacrosse team, the Titans, won the high school girls state championship game on Saturday, defeating Notre Dame de Sion 17-11. “We’ve been working really hard during the season and the off season,” Titan lacrosse player junior Megan Kuharich said. “We finally... Read More
Reflections staff works year-round to produce memorable yearbook for BV students, community
Jordan McEntee, Design Editor
May 6, 2011
They’ve worked day in and day out all school year for that one day. That day when all their work is physically handed over to almost every student in BV. That day is yearbook distribution day — May 13. “Yearbook day is one of the best days of the year,” yearbook editor, senior Gretchen... Read More
European soccer surpasses quality of MLS
Jordan McEntee, Design Editor
April 22, 2011
The first thing on my bucket list: Go to a European soccer game, dress like one of the many insanely obsessed soccer fans, paint my face and have the time of my life. Sounds like fun, right? For sure. After watching the Copa del Rey (King’s Cup) championship soccer game between Barcelona... Read More
Ambitious student actors practice craft with hopes of future success
Jordan McEntee, Design editor
April 8, 2011
It was her first show. The 6-year-old girl walked across the stage dressed as a clown. Eleven years later, she took the stage as one of the lead roles in BV’s production of Beauty and the Beast, Madame de la Grande Bouche. Performing since she was a little girl, junior Erin Moylan still loves... Read More
Stepping up: 4 returning varsity senior baseball players attempt to do what 14 did last year — lead a team to State
Jordan McEntee, Design editor
April 8, 2011
Success. Tradition. Leadership. These are just a few of the qualities found in BV’s baseball program. The 2010 varsity team, which included 14 seniors, won the class 6A State Championship. “Last year we had a very talented group,” baseball coach Matt Ortman said. “They got on a roll... Read More
Christan band with local ties releases strong sophomore album
Jordan McEntee, Design editor
March 23, 2011
Other than my fellow Christian music junkies, most people have never heard of the Mikey Needleman Band, much less listened to its new album, All For You. It’s unfortunate. We’re going to change that. For starters, Mikey Needleman is a Johnson County local who started the Mikey Needleman... Read More
Showtime shenanigans: Improv troupe uses energy to perform in front of audiences
Jordan McEntee, Design Editor
March 9, 2011
“Hey, I’m Jake Miller, and I have four arms.” “I’m Ben Gaede, and the red Power Ranger is my cousin.” “I’m Hannah Stone, and I eat green gummy bears for dinner.” “I’m Tim Smith, and I’m Bambi’s Father.” “I’m Grayson Yockey, and I hate candy necklaces. Please,... Read More
2 seniors place at 5A wrestling state competition
Jordan McEntee, Design editor
March 7, 2011
Tiger wrestlers competed in the 5A State wrestling tournament last weekend, Feb. 26 and 27. Senior Tyler Hendrickson and placed third and senior Jon Hayward placed sixth. “Tyler competed in what I would consider one of the toughest weight brackets in the state,” wrestling coach Jason Peres... Read More
Hope for Hofen — Group encourages Oprah to do show on childhood cancer
Jordan McEntee, Design Editor
February 18, 2011
Search. Click. Start typing. O-P-R-A-H. Oprah Please Do a Show on Childhood Cancer — Our Kids Need Your Help. 54,427 people like this. Sophomore Sarah Hill is involved in a group striving to bring pediatric cancer to the attention of Oprah Winfrey and the rest of the world. “Childhood cancer... Read More
Jewish club promotes spread of religious knowledge
Jordan McEntee, Design Editor
February 18, 2011
The new Jewish Student Union met for the first time on Tuesday, Jan. 18. Senior Mai Bonomo came up with the idea to start the group with hopes of encouraging students to learn about different cultures. “I wanted to start this club because I felt like it was important to spread diversity into... Read More
Wrestling team places 6th at EKL tournament
Jordan McEntee, Design editor
February 17, 2011
The wrestling team competed at the EKL tournament this past weekend, Feb. 12. The Tigers took sixth place overall out of eight teams in the EKL. Seniors Caleb Fehr, Jon Hayward and Tyler Hendrickson were EKL Runners-up in the 285, 145 and 171-pound weight classes, respectively. Other BV wrestlers... Read More
8 swimmers place 1st at home meet
Jordan McEntee, Design editor
January 29, 2011
The boys swim and dive team defeated St. James Academy, St. Thomas Aquinas and Bishop Miege yesterday at the Tigers’ home meet. Seniors Adam Chinery, Cameron Gallet and Matt Olsen, juniors Austin Averkamp, Alex Hoskovec and Toby Harrison and sophomores Chris Hearl and Nick Sobsczynski were... Read More
Q and A with StuCo President Matt Hamblin
Jordan McEntee, Design editor
January 28, 2011
Q: What are your thoughts on the incident at the Lawrence basketball game? A: Disappointment. However, it’s important for people to know that it wasn’t out of hate. They just weren’t thinking about the consequences of their actions — the effects their actions would have on him [Anthony... Read More
Kindest Blue Valley-ans: The Kindest Kansas Citian Award allows students to write essays nominating inspiring and kind members of their community. Students share individuals who they believe to be the Kindest “Blue Valley-ans.”
Jordan McEntee, Design editor
January 28, 2011
Nominator : Freshman Meg Garton Nominee: K. Dean Snell Garton said she particularly admires Snell’s motivation and sense of humor. “He’s really funny and encouraging,” she said. “He’s always there to listen to you when you have problems.” Snell is also the sponsor of BV’s Fellowship... Read More
Student-run charity sponsors dress donation benefiting cancer patients
Jordan McEntee, Design editor
January 28, 2011
During the fall, junior Megan Kuharich, and sophomores Lexi Kuharich and Maddie Beal started a charity group called The Dream Team. The group kicked off its event “Couture for a Cure” this past weekend by renting gently used formal dresses for the Sweetheart Dance, and raising the money... Read More
Despite new technology, BV students still enjoy listening to radio
Jordan McEntee, Design Editor
December 10, 2010
Freshman Brad Blickhan Station: Mix 93.3 Genre: Top 40 “93.3 has a good mix up of different kinds of music.” Freshman Sarah Cole Station: Star 102.1 Genre: Light Rock/Christmas “It’s my favorite because they start playing Christmas music on Nov. 1.” Sophomore Katie Davies Station:... Read More
Wrestling team falls to Gardner-Edgerton, remains optimistic as tournaments approach
Jordan McEntee, Design editor
December 7, 2010
The wrestling team competed for the first time this past weekend against Gardner-Edgerton. “It didn’t go too well,” wrestling coach Jason Peres said. “However, we still didn’t have the football guys with us. This week will be their first week practicing, and we’ll probably have... Read More
Journalism funds cut, affects smaller districts
Jordan McEntee, Design Editor
November 5, 2010
The Kansas Department of Education is changing its educational funds, and journalism programs will not be eligible for funding under the new plan in 2012-2013. Linda Affholder, BV Director of Career and Technical Education, said the program won’t completely lose financial support. She said... Read More
Cross Country team places 8th in State competition
Jordan McEntee, Design Editor
October 31, 2010
The BV cross country team took 8th place at the state meet at Rim Rock Farm on Saturday. Girls runners included sophomores Sophie Best and Rachel Campbell, and juniors Evelyn Davis, Mackenzie Gorthy, Miranda Loats, Becca McDonald and Bailey Swimmer. The boys team consisted of sophomore John... Read More
Fields of Faith event brings schools together through religion
Jordan McEntee, Design editor
October 16, 2010
BV’s Fellowship of Christian Athletes group meets in the fixed forum every Tuesday morning at 7. Turnout: about 50 kids. Johnson County’s Fields of Faith took place on Wednesday night, out at our very own football stadium. Turnout: somewhere between 600 and 800 kids. Students from BV, Blue... Read More
Extra running helps volleyball team play to full potential
Jordan McEntee, Design editor
October 14, 2010
It’s late at night and the varsity volleyball team just lost their match. While the opposing team packs up and heads home, the Tigers hop on a bus back to BV. The bus pulls up in front of the auxiliary gym doors and instead of walking to their cars, the girls walk inside toward the gym to... Read More
BV students raise breast cancer awareness by wearing various colored “Keep-A-Breast” wristbands
Jordan McEntee, Design editor
September 26, 2010
Hundreds of students roam the halls of BV wearing colorful wristbands that read, “I love boobies.” What? While there are opposing views on the appropriateness of the bracelets, their actual purpose is to support breast cancer awareness and research. Junior Jen Kranjec works at Zumiez at... Read More
Varsity cross country teams determined at intersquad race
Jordan McEntee, Design Editor
August 25, 2010
The cross country team ran its annual intersquad race earlier, with girls starting their run at 5 p.m. and boys at 5:30 p.m. Only BVHS runners compete in the race to determine who will start the season on varsity. The girls varsity team consists of: juniors Evelyn Davis, Mackenzie Gorthy, Becca... Read More
Series finale leaves viewers feeling ‘Lost’ for good television
Jordan McEntee, Staff writer
May 7, 2010
The final season of Lost has only three episodes left. Many BV students started watching the show during the first season and have followed it until now, season six. Sophomore Amanda Penn is one of those loyal Lost fans. “I like how you never know what’s coming next,” Penn said. “You... Read More