Volume XIII; Issue 6
Wednesday, November 12, 2014
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Umstead speaks at veteran assembly
Above: Dave Umstead recalls several memories of his service in the military. Top Right: Visiting veterans listen to speeches and anecdotes given by various members of the school. Bottom Right: The Homefront club helped to organize both the Veteran’s Day assembly, and coordinate the Veterans in the Classroom. Photo Credit: Matt Harmon ‘16
Soccer season ends but team carries on Bobby Ripley ‘15, Contributor
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ednesday marked the end of yet another successful season when the Hollis Brookline boys varsity soccer team lost during the Semifinals to the Oyster River Bobcats. The Cavaliers had a nearly flawless regular season, finishing with a 15-1 record, including an overtime win against Oyster River. The team’s only loss was during their second game of the season against
Trinity. However, the boys quickly bounced back from the loss, winning their final 14 games of the regular season. The Cavs had high expectations entering the playoffs.
The top seeded Cavaliers were able to skip a game in the preliminary round before facing off against Windham in the quarter-finals. Hollis Brookline rolled over Windham with a score of 3-0. Star-player and exchange student Guillem Pujadas accounted for all three of Hollis Brookline’s goals, scoring a hat trick. However, the Cavaliers could not replicate their regular
season success during the Semifinals against Oyster River. They were eliminated from the playoffs for good.
Pattelena ‘15, in-goal and the dynamic duo of Owens and Pujadas on the field.
Oyster River jumped out to an early 1-0 by halftime as the Cavaliers struggled to generate shots. In the second half, luck was running out for the Cavs; another goal for Oyster River extended their lead to 2-0 until finally, Hollis Brookline responded. Cole Owens ‘15, assisted by Cam Tulley ‘16, scored Hollis Brookline’s lone goal, making the final score 2-1.
The Cavaliers had another strong season and hope to keep the drive and concentration necessary to succeed in the future.
Hollis Brookline was led by Michael
The core nucleus of the Cavaliers soccer team will be graduating at the end of the school year. The team will need the likes of Jack Barbour ‘16, Sam Hall ‘17, and other underclassmen to set up and lead the Cavaliers back into the playoffs for 2015.
Keeping calm at Comic-Con Julie Christie ‘15, Editor-in-Chief
I’m not actually asking you to stay calm, because in the presence of Captains and Doctors and Star Lords, that’s impossible. But it’ll be better if you’re just a little bit more prepared. Things you’re probably going to have to pay for: everything. There are the tickets, the parking, whatever the vendors are selling, and even autographs, which can range from thirty to one-hundred dollars. Even if you bring your own memorabilia to have signed, it’s going to cost you the same. Remember that Comic-Con is an investment. P.S. Everything must be paid for in cash. Early bird benefits. You’ll find great parking, get in early, and probably catch the celebrities in a better mood because their coffee hasn’t worn off
yet. This is essential if you want to attempt a selfie or start a conversation. Plus, the lines will be shorter, saving you from feeling like you’ve been standing for hours. Cosplay is cool. Comic-Con is probably one of the least judgmental places based on what you wear. You can go all out with prosthetics and props and still fit in, because everybody loves a good cosplay. (Cosplay is when a person does their best to portray a character or element from a story through his or her costume.) You can wear normal, everyday clothes and still fit in; it really doesn’t matter. But the best thing you can do is ask a cosplayer with a particularly good costume for his or her picture. “It felt amazing,” said Hannah St. George ‘14, after being asked for her picture by fellow convention goers.
“I did something well and it felt good that my costume was noteworthy and they acknowledged my effort and appreciated it.”
wanted to.
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St. George attended Rhode Island’s 2014 Comic-Con as Sherlock Holmes. Celebrities are people, too. If you’re getting tired, it’s guaranteed that the celebrities are too, if not more so. If someone gets a bit snappish, it’s okay. It’s not your fault. Just be courteous and kind. Go if you know - The schedule tells you more than what time a star is going to be signing pictures and taking photographs. It also tells you what day he or she will be at the convention. Don’t go on a Sunday if what you want to see happens on Saturday. Otherwise it will feel like time and money have been wasted and you won’t get to see everything that you
One of the most popular characters to cosplay was Star Lord, or Peter Quill, from Guardians of the Galaxy. Photo credit: Julie Christie ‘15
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Touch-a-Truck benefit held at HBHS
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Climbing Club is reaching for new heights
Maggie O’Hara ‘17, Contributor
Tow trucks, fire trucks, food trucks and tractors from around the community lined up up on Cavalier Court to be a part of the first annual Touch-A-Truck fundraiser at HBHS on November 8. The exciting event was thought up by Hollis Brookline’s Student Council as a way to raise money for the Council to use in bettering the school throughout the year. Jennifer Given, Social Studies teacher and Student Council advisor, said that after the annual Apple Fest was cancelled earlier this year, the Council needed a new way to help bring the community together to enjoy a good time. Funds raised by student council events typically go toward school-related expenses, such as new supplies or spirit week. In addition, student council donates 10% of their event proceeds to helping people around the community to pay for day-to-day necessities. Touch-A-Truck showcased many vehicles in the back lot, creating a welcoming and intriguing environment for all ages. Visitors to HBHS were able to explore the features of the fire trucks of Hollis and the police cruisers of Brookline. Other companies, like Hollis Construction, brought dump trucks and construction vehicles, providing a spectacular show for kids and adults alike. Food trucks and other vendors, including Hoynacki Kettle Corn and Jake’s Old-Fashioned Ice Cream, were also present.
Photo courtesy of Excalibur
Nick Wood ‘17, Guest Contributor It’s cold outside. There’s snow on the ground, but the chalk filled air that lines the gray, plaster walls of the gym is moderate; good for activity. The doors have been opened early to let twenty or so teens explore the color-coded runs. Climb. Fall. Repeat in another location. Climbing Club is starting up again and is looking for members. All students are welcome to join in on the once-a-week climbing sessions held at Vertical Dreams in Nashua at 25 E Otterson St. The sessions are usually on Tuesdays, but there are a few exceptions. It’s a great social way to stay active. “My friend Kelly Sword, essentially dragged me to the meeting…I ended
A fou-month pass costs $140 and allows participants free admission while it lasts. Some already have shoes and a harness, but if any climbers don’t have them, they will be provided without further cost on climbing days. On non-club days gear is two dollars per piece. “It’s a good time and all skill levels are welcome,” said Climbing Club
“I think there are a lot of students who don’t like team sports, who don’t like competitive sports, but [who] still want to be able to get out and push themselves and challenge themselves,” explained Nate Warren, a Social Studies teacher and the Climbing Club adviser. Warren said that climbing offers that in an inexpensive, easily accessible way that allows students to do “as much or as little as they want and still get a tremendous amount out of the sport.” Climbing Club meets on Tuesdays after school at Vertical Dreams in Nashua. Contact Nate Warren for more details or if you have questions.
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The Cavalier Chronicle is produced by Hollis Brookline High School students. The articles published represent the views of the staff and do not represent Hollis Brookline High School, HBHS faculty, or administration. As this publication is intended to be a tool for learning, please bring any concerns related to the newspaper to the attention Adviser Lin Illingworth. She can be reached at lin.illingworth@sau41.org
There is no school organized transportation so climbers need a ride both there and back. Once they get to the rock gym, they will want to have some flexible clothing in order to get where they want to be.
co-captain Bobby Ripley ‘15.
Favorite fall activities
Lucas Woods, Student Council advisor, commented that Manchester has held a successful Touch-A-Truck event for years, and that his sons always enjoy it.
Halloween pep rally • “many people thing” should be “many people think” • “shooolers” is spelt “schoolers” • All photos credited to Matt Harmon ‘16 are the work of Jackie Hallerman ‘17 High shool...in middle school? • The headline should actually read “High school” • The cutoff at the end of the article removed the quote “it done.” The staff of the CavChron apologises
up signing on and it was a blast,” said Climbing Club co-captain Nicole Sipe ‘15.
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