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Bruins go 11-0 for the team’s first undefeated season since 1972
By JACK BUTTS Sports Editor
BROOKHAVEN – The St. Joe Bruins made history on a cold Friday night near this city some n Bruins 80 miles south of host playoffs, Madison. Page 10 With a 60-12 n 2012 win over the Enseason in terprise Lincoln Yellowjackets, review, this year’s BruPage 10 ins football team became the first in school history to go 11-0 and the first in 40 years to go undefeated – both in the regular season. The Bruins also took its second straight district championship by going undefeated in league play. “So many people didn’t believe in us this season,” said running back William Fetherson. “There were so many doubters that thought last year was just one good wave of seniors that carried us the whole way. We proved them wrong.” Next up are the playoffs, with the first game set for 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 2, on the St. Joseph Catholic School campus. Last year, the Bruins went 10-1 in the regular season – with its only loss against Pisgah. The team moved to the state playoffs, notching two more wins before losing at Bassfield and ending the season 12-2. Many people thought much of the Bruins’ talent graduated last year. They were wrong. With 20 seniors returning for this year’s season – including a few who didn’t play last year – the 2012 squad has turned out to be better than last year’s team. Not only did the Bruins go undefeated this season, they also defeated many of the teams they played by extremely large margins – including this year’s rematch with Pisgah. The Bruins’ closest game was against St. Patrick in the second week of the season; the Bruins beat the Irish 20-13. The rest of the road seemed to be a breeze for St. Joe as the team had an average margin of victory of 32 points this season. The defense was unreal and never gave up more than 14 points in a game this year. “We practiced great all season long, and it showed on the field,” said Coach Flip Godfrey. “I also think the doubters fueled the fire to win in our guys. It made them want to show people what they could do.” By halftime of the Enterprise game, the Bruins already put up 44 points on
Photos by Jack Butts/ The Bear Facts Top photo: The Bruin football team celebrates its victory over Wesson on Friday, Oct. 19, the last regular season home game on campus. Above photo: Josiah Paulding runs off the field during the Bruins’ season-ending game against Enterprise Lincoln on Friday, Oct. 26, Right photo: Brett Burgess stays in-bounds during a run in the Wesson game.
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The Bear Facts unveils its brand new Web site By MATTHEW MCKINLEY Web Editor As with the past several years, The Bear Facts has once again started up its own online newspaper: The Bear Facts Online. The Web site, www.sjbearfacts.com, replaces the older site, www.sjcrest. com. The new Web site features many improvements, including many differ-
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ent mediums of delivering information that cannot simply be done through a newspaper. On the main page of the Web site, visitors will find the most recent stories released by the newspaper. The main front page story will be displayed along with a photo and several other stories organized by categories. As each newspaper is published, the stories displayed on the home page will
change according to the date that they were entered onto the Web site. Any older stories on the site will still remain online for people who wish to read them; the Web site will archive all stories automatically. Besides publishing all stories found in the print version of The Bear Facts, the Web site also will feature such exclusive content as photo galleries of campus activities and sporting events, multimedia
slide shows, audio podcasts and breaking news that happens on campus. The Bear Facts Online also will feature breaking news. Visitors will be able to check the site for the latest news and events from the St. Joe campus. The Web site is part of the Interscholastic Online News Network, or ISONN, at the University of Tennessee. The network includes high school newspapers from around the country, each having its
n Powder Puff Football game for cancer, 3 n Juniors, seniors help others on Service Day, 5 n ‘And Then There Were None’ reviewed, 7
own self-managed Web sites. The Bear Facts Online, like The Bear Facts, is staffed and produced by students taking the Introduction to Journalism and Journalism II classes this year at St. Joseph Catholic School. Teryn Yazdani, co-editor of The Bear Facts, said the new student newspaper Web site “will be an effective tool for students and their kinfolk to use to keep up to date with the news of the school.”
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Powder Puff Football game helps raise breast cancer awareness By JORDAN WELSH Staff Writer
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE
After watching their mother Keri being treated for breast cancer, Alex Cosmich and his two sisters decided they wanted to do something to help fight the disease. So, last month Alex, a senior, and his two sisters, sophomores Isabelle and Sophia, came up with the idea of sponsoring a “Powder Puff Football” game – an event in which girls play football and boys serve as cheerleaders. All money raised went to fight breast cancer. “Actually, Isabelle was the one who came up with the idea of a Powder Puff Football game,” Alex said. “I just thought that it would be a great way to raise awareness and money for breast cancer, and I knew that St. Joe would want to get involved in such a great cause.” With the permission of Principal Keith Barnes, Alex, Isabelle and Sophia planned and organized the event. Each morning last month, the siblings
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that it would be a great way to raise awareness and money for breast cancer.” - Alex Cosmich
n Powder Puff Football multimedia slideshow. Go to: www.sjbearfacts.com signed-up players and cheerleaders. Girls were split up evenly into four teams, the Pink, Blue, Red and Purple teams. The coaches included the senior football players: Nick Beasley, Denarius Odell, Alex Cosmich, Blayne Jones, Brett Burgess, Dylan Culberson, Bobby Tallant, William Fetherson and Charlie Waddingham. Referees for the game included seniors Drew Meyers and William Lindsey, as well as junior Kyrie Harrison. The cost was $5 to play or cheer. Also, people attending could donate money to help support breast cancer. This event raised $2,100 total that will go to benefit the fight against breast cancer. On Sunday, Oct. 14, the hard work and planning paid off. St. Joe hosted its first Powder Puff Football game to benefit breast cancer. Pink balloons could be seen as each person walked toward the football field. Pink cowbells, pink bracelets, pink cupcakes, as well as red beans and rice prepared by Alex, Isabelle and Sophia’s dad, were sold to benefit breast cancer. Players and cheerleaders wore stickers honoring women suffering from breast cancer. Alumni, students, teachers and family members, all wearing pink, enjoyed an
Photo by Jordan Welsh/The Bear Facts Cheerleaders sophomore Jay Newman, left; junior Conor Crain, center; and sophomore E.J. White, right, show their support while cheering the Purple Team in the Powder Puff Football game benefitting breast cancer.
amazing Sunday, watching girls, athletic and non-athletic, play flag football. “It was so much fun dressing up and playing football with all the girls. I was so impressed with how good some of the girls played and how much they knew about football,” said Gabriella Nuzzo, a senior at St. Joe. One of the oddest sights was seeing male cheerleaders.
Breast cancer: second leading cancer in women By LONDON HATTEN Staff Writer
Breast cancer is the second-leading deadliest cancer among women in the United States. Breast cancer occurs in humans and other mammals. It also can occur in males – although an overwhelming majority of cases are in women. The cancer can often be found early in screening, which is a strategy used to identify an unrecognized disease in individuals without signs or symptoms. Breast cancer originates from breast tissue. Most women who get breast cancer are older than 50. The strongest risk factor is age. The risk is higher if a family member has had breast cancer. At the moment, there is no cure for breast cancer. Many treatments can help stop the spread if caught early. National Breast Cancer Awareness Month is every October – an annual health campaign internationally organized by major breast cancer charities to increase awareness and to raise funds for research into its cause, prevention,
Cosmich, Whitney Willoughby, Joanna Bellan and Kaitlyn Hanneke. All of the coaches, players and cheerleaders showed good sportsmanship throughout the day, shaking hands and giving each other high-fives. All in all, the event was a success. Smiles could be seen across the faces of the coaches, players, cheerleaders and spectators as they walked off the field.
diagnosis, treatment and cure. Daniel Trussel of Madison, a junior at St. Joe, is familiar with breast cancer because his mother treats the disease. He said his mother recently diagnosed his close friend’s mother with breast cancer. “This has really opened my eyes to want to reach out and help,” he said. “Throughout the remainder of this month, I hope that I will find more ways to participate in the fight against it and do anything possible to help find a cure.” This year, St. Joseph Catholic School students raised money and held a Powder Puff Football game. Isabelle Cosmich, a sophomore at St. Joe said, helped organize the game because “breast cancer affects many women around the world today. I feel like it is a great way for the whole school to get involved in something together to support.” St. Joseph also had a “Pink Day” in which everyone was encouraged to wear pink. The pink was show to support breast cancer victims. The color pink Photos by Jordan Welsh/The Bear Facts is mainly associated with breast cancer Left photo: Conor Crain, left, and E.J. White, right, lift Jay Newman in a cheer. Right photo: Senior coaches Bobby and Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Tallant, foreground right, and Charlie Waddingham, far left, direct the Pink Team during the powder Puff Football game.
The Bear Facts Miranda Barrett • Teryn Yazdani Editors Matthew McKinley Web Site Editor Jack Butts Sports Editor Terry R. Cassreino, Faculty Adviser Keith Barnes, Principal
Reporters & Photographers Halle Anderson Jack Butts Rachel Divine Searcy Fox Nathan Gieb Victor Griffin Matthew Harkey London Hatten Nic Hembree Jack Hoffman Mary Claire Logue Jacquelyn Massey
“Seeing Bobby Tallant in a pink tutu was the highlight of my day,” said Coach Whistle, commenting on the cheerleaders’ enthusiasm and fun outfits. Many people said they will never forget watching the boys perform the cheer “Paws, Paws, Baby, Tails, Tails.” The Red team came out on top. Team members included Natalie Younger, Azian Frazier, Caitlyn Beasley, Isabelle
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Junior-Senior Service Day finds St. Joe students helping others By ELISABETH SCOTT Staff Writer
When St. Joe junior Caroline Bonin found herself dancing at Mustard Seed, she knew she was having a good time and helping people on Service Day, Oct. 16 – the day juniors and seniors took to the community to help others. The annual Junior and Senior Service Day lasted from 9 a.m. to noon. Students helped people and organizations in metropolitan Jackson while also doing work for their required service hours. Work done varied from organizing supplies in offices and doing outside cleanup to sorting through thrift stores. Organizations receiving help included St. Joseph Catholic School, Gateway Mission, Hope
“I liked being with the people because they were really friendly even if they didn’t know you.” - Anna Grace Salem
Hollow, Pro-Life Mississippi, Mustard Seed, Diabetes Foundation, Alzheimer’s Association, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, American Lung Association, Mississippi Natural Science Museum, Catholic Charities and In His Steps. Every senior and junior chose a specific organization they wanted to help.
“I liked being with the people because they were really friendly, even if they didn’t know you,” said Anna Grace Salem, a junior at St. Joseph who spent the day at Mustard Seed – a home for mentally handicapped people. “They can see your face once and always remember you. They treat you like you are their very best friend. And they love to dance,” she said. Philip Ewbank, campus minister and eighth grade religion teacher, said the day was important. “These service organizations look for St. Joe students. They are excited to have our students because they know that they will work hard and will have a good attitude,” Ewbank said. Ryan Delmas, a junior, spent
his day at the Diabetes Foundation, where he sorted and organized supplies to distribute to diabetics. He said his “favorite part of service day was being able to hang out with other people in my class outside of school doing service.” Ewbank said St. Joe offers Service Day as a way for students to get away from school and focus solely on serving the community. “It is part of our Catholic identity,” he said. “Being a religious institution, we believe in being compassionate toward others as Jesus taught us. And it’s really important for us to really express that by picking a day out of our busy schedPhoto by Elisabeth Scott/The Bear Facts ule to take a moment to really St. Joe students Katherine Mangialardi, Richard Brown and Abbie help other people out.” Dupont offer their help on Service Day.
St. Joe sophomore Rachel Reddix attends DNC By BRIA PAIGE Staff Writer
Rachel Reddix grabbed her sisters’ arms in anticipation as they anxiously waited for First Lady Michelle Obama to step onto the heavily-lit stage in the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte. Obama stepped onto the stage, took a deep breath and delivered an introduction like no other for her husband, President Barack Obama. Reddix, along with her family, watched the president in person at the Democratic National Convention. Reddix, a St. Joe sophomore, joined her parents and thousands of other Democrats at the convention – attending political festivities during the week that included hearing speeches from different party leaders and participating in many interviews. The Democratic National Convention took place during the week of Sept. 3 through Sept. 6. The event followed the RepubliSubmitted photo can National Convention, which St. Joe sophomore Rachel Reddix proudly shows her support for President Barack Obama while took place Aug. 27 through Aug. attending the Democratic National Convention. 30 in Tampa.
Both conventions were in advance of this month’s 2012 presidential election, which pits incumbent Democratic President Obama against Republican nominee Mitt Romney. “It was very interesting, and it’s nothing like anything I’ve ever experienced before. It was great.” Reddix said. Reddix accompanied her father, Michael Reddix, who was one of the many delegates representing Mississippi. Also attending with her were her mother, Sandra Reddix, and her sisters, Kelly, Robin, and Sherry Reddix. While attending the convention, Reddix spent her days, usually until midnight or 1 a.m., watching and participating in caucus events, forums, speeches and other activities. Some of the speeches Reddix heard and watched were given by Eva Longoria, Scarlett Johansson, former President Bill Clinton, Vice President Joe Biden, the first lady and the president. Reddix also attended differ-
ent caucus events, including the women’s rights caucus and the youth caucus. During these caucuses, she saw and listened to Dr. Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden. Reddix, along with her sisters, even had a turn in the spotlight during numerous interviews. Reporters asked the family about their experience; Rachel and her sisters were often asked if they were quadruplets because they look similar. Brother John Brennan, who teaches government at St. Joe, said that Reddix experienced an important event. He said young people must learn the importance of voting and then actually get out and vote. “Young people having the right to vote is extremely important,” Brennan said. “And not many people vote. Only around 50 percent of people who actually have the ability to vote exercise their right.” Reddix called her trip “a phenomenal experience. Not every 15-year-old gets to do this.”
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St. Joe fall play: a killer production
By TERYN YAZDANI Co-Editor
THEATER REVIEW
Agatha Christie’s novel “And Owen” on the deserted and rocky Then There Were None” is a Soldier Island. What starts out as
chilling murder mystery that has kept readers and audiences on edge for many a generation. The St. Joseph Drama Department’s rendition of the Christie classic held true to her brilliant style. Although I was one of the few seniors who has not read the book, that was actually a gift. Going into the play with no idea of the ending helped me live in excitement and anticipation for the verdict and conclusion. The cast and crew kept the suspense high by using sound and darkness to keep the audience on the edge of their seats. The fact that a cast of 11 high school students led a suspenseful play with pure dialogue was impressive and tough to execute. In this production, 11 seemingly random strangers are invited to the vacation home of “U.N.
a weekend getaway turns into a string of mysterious murders revolving around one thing: a children’s nursery rhyme. Each actor portrayed his or her character uniquely. The darkness of this play amplified the talent of every actor, giving the production a Hitchcockian quality. Sophomore Andrew Morgan, who played the mad man, did an exceptionally good job executing the insanity and complexity of the murderous Lawrence Wargrave. As one who has never read the novel, I found the twist at the end unexpected and overall extremely well done. The ending differed greatly from Christie’s novel. In contrast to the book, where there are literPhoto by Barrett Photography/Special to The Bear Facts ally “none” left, the play closes The cast of “And Then There Were None” performs a scene in the play staged at St. Joseph Catholic School. Cast members are, on a lighter note while it still from left to right, freshman Mason Fridge, senior Miranda Barrett, freshman Joey Flaherty, junior Maggie Smith, senior Will Lindsey, leaves the viewers impressed. sophomore DeZell Lathon and sophomore Andrew Morgan. Portraying the first victim sprawled on the floor is Brantley Bariola.
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Mumford & Sons album worth wait By KATHRYN SCKIETS Staff Writer
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In October 2009, the British band Mumford & Sons made a big splash with their debut album, “Sigh No More,” and introduced their distinctive blend of folk rock and whimsical lyrics, topped with unique mandolin and banjo. It seems the world has held its breath for their sophomore record, “Babel,” ever since. When the band released its strong single, “I Will Wait,” in early August, many fans couldn’t help but pray the rest of the album would be worth the wait. It was.
On this 12-track album, Mumford maintains the rhythmic and bluegrass style first used in “Sigh No More.” The band also satisfyingly expands its musical and emotional territory. Songs such as the title track, “Babel,” and the guitar-infused “Hopeless Wanderer,” overflow with passion and frustration. The album also knows to slow things down. “Lover of the Light” and “Holland Road” prove to be beautiful love songs – very likely influenced by Marcus Mumford’s new wife, Carey
“Babel” has cemented Mumford & Sons’ place as one of the best indie folk bands around. Mulligan. The band even conveys a touching story in just two minutes with the short track “Reminder.” In just a few short weeks since its release, “Babel” already has
gathered immense success. With 600,000 copies sold in the United States, it is the top-selling album of the year thus far. In addition, six of its songs are currently on Billboard’s Hot 100 – an achievement last made by the Beatles. Overall, “Babel” has cemented Mumford & Sons’ place as one of the best indie folk bands around. I’m already looking forward to the next piece of poignant work they’ll deliver. Until then, whether at a coffee shop or in the car with some friends, sit back, relax, and let these four British gentlemen ser- The cover of Mumford & Son’s second album, “Babel” which proves to be enade your soul. anything but a Sophomore Slump.
Indie Spotlight: Freelance Whales
By TERYN YAZDANI Co-Editor
The new album “Diluvia” by the up and coming New York -based band, Freelance Whales, is one to please the ears of any alternative-indie music connoisseur. Freelance Whales, a band featuring the brother of Starkid and Glee actor Darren Criss, prides itself on songs that are not only unique but also nostalgic for the band members and those who listen to their tunes. Every song on the new album reflects the chill, laid-back style that radiates from every aspect of
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the band including their name, which was derived from the “freelance” atmosphere that their home city embodies. “Diluvia,” released in October 2012, is the sophomore album for Freelance Whales and seems to hold with it a more mature sound. It feels as if the band has grown greatly since the debut of their album “Weathervanes” in 2009 and have settled into the course of adulthood. While “Weathervanes” was fast paced and seemingly adolescent, “Diluvia” is much more melodic and
easy going -- an established feel altogether. Although it is more relaxed in nature, the album is by no means boring. The entire compilation is a musical experience from start to finish. Freelance Whales makes great use of many varied instruments -- from synthesizers to banjos and trumpets to harmonicas. The first track, “Aeolus,” captivates from the start with a unique melody and poignant lyrics to accompany. Each track seems to lead into another, relaying the feeling of traveling on a musical journey. Songs like “Follow Through” and “Winter Seed” reflect the style
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of bands like Fleet Foxes and Grizzly Bear; the sound created seems almost otherworldly and mystical in nature. Other songs like “Locked Out” and “Spitting Image” feel as if they should come straight from a Postal Service album with their poetic yet whimsical lyrics and synthesizer-heavy melody. Overall, this album is highly recommended for fans of bands like Panda Bear, Postal Service, Fleet Foxes, and Grizzly Bear. Although they fit nicely with great alternative-indie bands of our time, they hold with them a unique quality that allows them This is the cover of Freelance Whales’ second album, “Diluvia” which sends listeners on a musical and nostalgic journey. to shine on their own.
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Photo by Sara Powell/The Bear Facts Photo by Sara Powell/The Bear Facts St. Joseph juniors Caroline Bonin, Mary Zuniga and Sam Osborne tailgate before the Homecoming game.
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Bruins host first-round game By JACK BUTTS Sports Editor
St. Joe is returning to the playoffs for the third straight season and the second straight season as a No. 1 seed. This year, however, will be a little different as the first opponent is not very talented at all. The St. Joe Bruins will play Enterprise Clarke in the first round of the 2012 playoffs. The Bruins should be heavily favored They should be heavily favored in this game as Enterprise Clarke has a record of just 2 wins and
8 loses. The game is set for a 7 p.m. kickoff on Friday, Nov. 2, on the St. Joseph Catholic School campus. If the Bruins continue to pile up wins throughout the playoffs, they could find themselves standing opposite Bassfield once again. If this happens, it will be one of the most popular playoff games that isn’t the state championship. The only way for the St. Joe Bruins to win a state title is to make it past that highly talented Bassfield team in the fourth round.
This round is also the South State Finals. The site of this possible game all depends on the way other teams play in the playoffs If all of the No. 1 seeds win through this game, Bassfield will travel to Madison this year. But if anything different happens, the Bruins will return to Bassfield for a second straight season. In their eyes, there isn’t a team in the state that can beat them. No matter what team the Bruins are facing or where they are playing, it will be an exciting November for St. Joe football.
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS The St. Joseph Catholic School Bruins will participate in the state high school football playoffs beginning Friday, Nov. Here are game details: n THE GAME: St. Joe meets Enterprise Clarke n THE LOCATION: St. Joseph Catholic School n THE DATE: 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 2, 2012 n ADMISSION: Tickets are $7 each. Every person attending, including students, must have a ticket.
The year in review
2012: An unforgettable Bruin season By JACK BUTTS Sports Editor
Here is a look back at the 2012 St. Joe Bruins regular season, game-by-game. GAME 1: AUG. 17 St. Joe, 41 St. Aloysius, 7 The Bruins came into this game knowing exactly who St. Al was. But the Bruins were not sure of who they were. The team soon discovered its identity, though, putting up 403 rushing yards and 41 points in defeating the rival from Vicksburg. GAME 2: AUG. 24 St. Joe, 20 St. Patrick, 13 This was a defensive struggle, as neither football team was able to pull away for a commanding lead. As the rain poured down, Blayne Jones made a fantastic interception late in the fourth quarter to seal the game for the Bruins. GAME 3: AUG. 31 St. Joe, 41 St. Joe Greenville, 14 This game was billed as the first real challenge for the Bruins, and they handled it well – making lots of big plays all over the field, including a 98yard interception return for a touchdown by Jones. GAME 4: SEPT. 7 St. Joe, 34 St. Andrew’s, 12 This is always a big game for St. Joe. On this night, the Bruins traveled down the road to Ridgeland to face the Saints of St. Andrew’s. William Fetherson carried the Bruins, scoring three rushing touchdowns.
Photos by Jack Butts/The Bear Facts Top photo: Members of the Bruin football team dump a tub of water after defeating Wesson on Friday, Oct. 19, a victory that made St. Joe district champs. Right photo: Bruins celebrate a road win on Friday, Oct. 26, against Wesson, capping an undefeated regular season.
GAME 7: SEPT. 28 in position to take the district title with St. Joe, 44 a win in the following week against Loyd Star, 0 Wesson. This was homecoming for the Bruins, GAME 5: SEPT. 14 and they staged a show to remember. St. Joe, 49 Odell had a great interception and a GAME 10: OCT. 19 Pisgah, 14 touchdown catch from Nathan Gieb. St. Joe, 27 This game was extremely personal Gieb also had a touchdown pass to Nick Wesson, 0 for the St. Joe Bruins. Last season, Beasley and a rushing touchdown. This probably was the biggest game of Pisgah spoiled what looked like could the season for both teams. This was the be a perfect season for the Bruins. The battle for the district championship, as Bruins sure remembered that pain and GAME 8: OCT. 5 both teams came in at 4-0 in league play. took care of business. St. Joe, 47 Brett Burgess scored three touchdowns Puckett, 13 in this extremely physical game. This was not the same Puckett team GAME 6: SEPT. 21 of recent times. They were much less St. Joe, 35 talented. And St. Joe came out and took GAME 11: OCT. 26 Union, 6 care of business, especially on special St. Joe, 60 This was predicted to be a very close teams with many long returns. Enterprise Lincoln, 12 game like the previous year. Last year, Here it is. The game that made St. Joe won 21-20 in overtime. This GAME 9: OCT. 12 history. This was not a hyped-up game year, Denarius Odell and Jones provided St. Joe, 42 around the state. But it was for St. Joe two quick scores. And the Bruins never Amite County, 0 because this game gave the Bruins an looked back. This was a very big game, even though undefeated regular season for the first the score did not show it. By winning time in 40 years as the team rolled right this game, the Bruins put themselves over Enterprise Lincoln.
Perfect Season, from Page 1 the scoreboard. By the start of the second half, most of the starters were on the bench resting for the playoffs. Nick Beasley did what he usually does every game. The senior wide receiver rushed for two touchdowns and also returned a punt for a touchdown. St. Joe started the season facing its four biggest rivals: St. Al, St. Patrick, St. Joe Greenville and then St. Andrew’s. The Bruins ran through all of them. Now, with the playoffs in front of them, the team is looking to run the table. The Bruins enter the playoffs ranked the No. 2 in the state. The only team that is ranked ahead of St. Joe is Bassfield, which defeated the Bruins in the third round of the playoffs last season. This year is different for St. Joe. If the Bruins meet Bassfield again in the playoffs, Bassfield will most likely be highly favored. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, though, because the loss last year could fuel the fire for the Bruins to prove everyone wrong once again. “We believe that when we play our best, that we are the best,” senior Bobby Tallant said. “People have their doubts about us. And I’m glad they do because it gets us pumped up.”
The St. Joe Bruins line up for a play against Enterprise in the final game of the season, Friday, Oct. 26.
Photo by Jack Butts/The Bear Facts