By Ann (Lee) Leahy ’85
The first Alumni Night of the basketball season was held on Tuesday January 21st, 2008 where the Saint Bernard’s Varsity Girls Basketball team played long time rival St. Agnes. The team and the coaching staff joined former players at a pre-game pizza reception in the Bowling Lanes and the headed upstairs for the game. The final result was a victory for St. Bernard’s – their 5th of the season. The girls dominated the undermanned St. Agnes squad. The Bulldogs are led by Seniors Kari Ueland and Hollie Tuerk. Kari averages about 10 points per game and put in 28 points against Mounds Park Academy the week prior. Leading scorer is Junior guard Kia Johnson, averaging nearly 15 point per game. Kia is dynamic three sport athlete. Point guard is sophomore Molly O’Neill. The Bulldogs have a strong Sophomore class of basketball players – providing a bright future for the Bulldogs.
Second year Coach Tim Johnson spent many years as an Assistant Coach at Richfield. He assisted by Kevin Jackson, Jamar Hardy and Kelley Wakem. Freshman coach is Mr. O'Neill. Thanks to all who were in attendance in support of your Alma Mater - Be sure to join us for the next Alumni event!
At this year’s Alumni Night we had a round of Bulldog Trivia. Winners received prizes such as Bulldog T-Shirts, hats and mugs. Here are some of the questions:
Q. – Name the Class of 1989 twins who played basketball and track at St. Bernard’s.
A – Debbie and Denise Rotter (Deb Gagnon and Denise Exner)
Q. – What is the name of Father Mike’s dog?
A – Bubba
Q. – Name Alumna who is assistant Freshman basketball coach.
A – Brenda O’Neill
Q. – Name the person in attendance hitting that magic 1000 point in basketball.
A. Justina Jacques Pope - Class of 1988
Q – Name alumna in attendance who played basketball here and daughter in on current team.
A. Jan Tschida O’Neill – Class of 1977
Q - Name alumna who was a member of the Bulldog’s first entrance into the State basketball Tournament.
A. Rita Soler Albert – Class of 1974
