Hockey Team Gets New Coaching Staff

The Judge Memorial Varsity hockey team has a whole new line-up this year, and not just on the roster. Former assistant coach Anthony Pike has taken over the position of head coach on the team. Cole Fisher, another assistant from last year, has also returned with his teammate Chuck German for the University of Utah hockey team. Both Fisher and German have played on the U of U hockey team for a few years, and are contributing both their college level experience and their skating skills to the betterment of the team. The Bulldogs have also been blessed with a group of new freshman players, including a new goalie and several sharp skaters who are already adding their talent to the team at practices. After losing veteran players Sean Abel, Marc Potvien, Kris Kanger, Dakota Kummer, and Chris VanWagenen, the team is barely at a full roster. However, with all the new talent and perspective, the team stands a high chance of having another great season.

- by Lieren S. Allen

Wasatch Tournament Results

The golf team participated in region play at Wasatch on August 29. Andrew Etzel was the strongest performer with a 75 and took 2nd place overall. Johnny Murphy, Will Bowers, and Michael Hanover all scored for Judge on their way to a 3rd place finish. They play again next Thursday at Union.

- by Jack Lund

Football

"This was the hardest working team I think I have had during a two-a-days," announced coach Cordova about this year's Bulldogs. The hard work seemed to pay off as the Bulldogs came out victorious in their season opener against North Sanpete 42-7.
The Bulldogs are returning after one of their best seasons in nearly 20 years including a playoff run that lasted till quarterfinals. The Bulldogs had a bye last week but play Woods Cross, a 4A school tonight at Judge.

- by Bruce Garlinghouse

Girls Basketball-Ready for a New Sesaon

Girls basketball is getting ready for another great season. Many players
kept in shape by joining an AAU team and some girls are playing fall sports.
Try-outs should be the beginning of November. With the addition of a new
coach for the sophomore team, this season should be great.

- by Cricket Oles

Boys Soccer

Even though the boys soccer season is still months away, there has been talk among the players about the appointment of Kelly Terrill as the new head coach. Terrill, who succeeds Mike Gillis as head of the team, attended Judge Memorial and graduated from Notre Dame. He is anticipated to bring much experience and success to the team throughout this next season. Currently Terrill coaches for Sparta United and has been a part of the club for over 4 years. Hopefully Coach Terrill will get the team back on track and put a few wins up on the board. For returning players, there is an informational meeting on September 5 at 7:30 in the Judge Auditorium.

By Kathryn Martinez

Largest Dance I class ever

Judge Memorial Dance Program Packed With Young Talent

Headed by Ms. Jeanette Sawaya, the dance department at Judge Memorial Catholic High School presents a vivid pallet of classes for all dancers. Held in the Weigand Dance Studio, boys and girls alike are encouraged to participate in the multitude of dance styles offered by this renowned department for all levels.

This week we turn our attention to Dance I. This year the dance department prides itself in catering to the largest Dance I class ever taught by Ms. Sawaya. Although this class contains freshmen and sophomores, the boys at judge opted to let pass this wonderful opportunity. The course contains a large composite of dance styles, everything from jazz, to ballet, to several native African dances taught by the dynamic Ms. Washington. All things considered, those who had were fortunate enough to register for this dance class can assure themselves the privilege of an eventful year.
For more information and dates on the concert, visit Judge dance on the Judge web site or contact Ms. Sawaya.

Dance Company '07-'08, new officers

Dance Company 2007-2008 has announced officers for both the junior and senior classes. Officers are being used this year to help lead the company and its memebers. This year's officers are:
Head Officer: Pardis Nkoy
Senior Officers: Makyla Grovenburg and Erika Minjarez
Junior Officers: Kristi Borwn and Tatiana Mixco

-by Erika Minjarez

Amnesty International kicks off

Amnesty International held its first meeting on Friday, August 31. Freshmen can expect Amnesty members to stop by their English classes next Thursday, September 6, to discuss the purpose of Amnesty International, and to hopefully accquire some new members.

-by Erika Minjarez

Judge Boys Lax Practice Begins

This Wednesday, August 29, there was a meeting for anyone interested in joining the lacrosse team. Those who had fall sports did not need to attend the meetings, me being one of those people. From what I have heard, Fall practices begin on September 11 and anyone who does not already have forms may get them in the athletics office from Coach Reed or you can email Nancy Allen at allen@cvrti.utah.edu

-by Dane Wangsgard

Girls Soccer

The girls soccer team has finally completed their tough preseason. The team has struggled a little, but they have also played some very elite teams and even managed a win against 5A Hillcrest. The team suffered their heaviest loss of the year when forward Jenna Sliwinski broke her collar bone in the first game of the season. The team is ready to start region play and hopefully make a run into the state playoffs.

- by Erich Berckman

Hockey is hittin' the ice

The hockey season is off to an early start, literally. They have started practice every Wednesday morning at 6:00 a.m. at Steiner. They don't have a schedule yet, but the season should include 14 Varsity and JV games, and at least 16 practices. The games are expected to start in September.
- by Max Lamb

Girls Tennis

The Judge girls tennis team is off to a swinging
start this season with a big win this week over
Uintah. Lead by Senior Captain Megan Mancini the
bulldogs won all their matches against Uintah except
for one doubles JV match. Jaqi Pok and Alexis Naylor
smashed, sliced and swung their way to victory in
their #2 Doubles Varsity match. I talked to Alexis
Naylor and she said, "I think we have a good chance to
do really well this year, and I'm having a lot of
fun." The girls will take on the Miners of Park City
September 4th at Park City. Let's hope they keep on
rolling.

- by Danny Franks

X-Country quick off the starting line

The JM Cross Country team has been training all summer and looks readier then ever to take state with solid girls' and boys' teams. Both teams performed well at their first meet this past Saturday in American Fork. The main event of the meet was a relay with a boys' varsity relay team consisting of Parker Mildenhall, Max Lamb, Frank Barrows, Luke Puskedra, and John Foye and a girls team consisting of Lindsay Baker, Elli McMillan, Emma Welch, Lizzie Hindert and Hailey Knettles. The boys finished 4th in the meet and first among the 3A teams. The girls finished 9th in the meet and second among the 3A teams. Says head coach Mattie Reed, "What a great way to start our season!"

Positions for Lit Mag Announced

Leadership staff positions are:

Editor in Chief- Erin McKennon
Assistant Editor in Chief- Nicole Paul
Editor of Art - Devon Schlotterbeck
Editor of Photography - Kelly Schraegle
Editor of Prose - Annie Johns
Editors of Poetry - Rachel Haisley and Chris Voss

For more info on Lit Mag, see Mrs. Simpson or a staffer.

Judge Swimming Summer Training

The Judge swim teams got off to an early start this year. The newly formed
Basileus Race Team began practicing in May after only three months of rest
after the girl's decisive win at State. The team practiced hard this summer
in order to stay in shape for the upcoming season. This dedicated group of
swimmers is now "fixed on six" state championships and are showing their
focus and drive by practicing tirelessly nine months out of the year. The
team has received a new Vasa Trainer, an exercise machine that provides
resistance and strength training, as well as polishing swimming technique.

Coach Matt Finnigan says of the upcoming season, "Both our teams look very
promising!"

Dryland training is M-W-F 3-4 in the Cardio Room above the gym. The high
school swimming season begins September 17.

Golf Season Begins

The Golf team is off to a strong start behind the leadership of Andrew
Etzel, Craig Chiesa, and Johnny Murphy. The team is also getting some
contributions from freshman Rob Puskedra and sophomore Michael
Hanover. The team tied for third place in close competition at their
first tournament and they play again at Park City on Thursday the
30.

Interact Club

Still looking for new members! Also, our domestic project is still in debate as to where to be done, so if you have any ideas, stop by our next meeting. It will be held on Thursday, September 13 in Dr. Quall's room on the fourth floor. Come give us a visit and find out more about the Interact Club!

-by Kiersten Thorsen

Summer Trip Photos

Attention all students who had an awesome summer!!! The Bulldog Press wants pictures of your summer trips to place in our next issue. If you have a great picture of you and your friends this summer, send it (with a caption) to judgemedia@gmail.com. Hope to see you soon!

Thanks, The Press

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