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The student news of St. Paul Academy and Summit School

The Rubicon

The student news of St. Paul Academy and Summit School

The Rubicon

PASSION. Junior Johnny Rog has played football since elementary school and continues to love the sport. “I really enjoy the sport; playing in [football] games against other people. I don’t need any other motivation other than just Friday night," Rog said.

[DAY IN THE LIFE] Wolfpack player Johnny Rog revs up for game day

Greyson Sale, Production Manager September 13, 2024
Check out what a day in the life looks like for SMB Wolfpack player Johnny Rog.
A SPEEDY CHASE. Player #2, Romelio Love from Blake, from the SMB Wolfpack sprinted away from opponent pursuers with the ball in an attempt to score a touchdown. This was a heated play, and all eyes from the audience were set on the players.

Fierce Homecoming football game concludes with SMB Wolfpack defeat

Zimo Xie, RubicOnline October 7, 2023
The team played the Totino-Grace Eagles Friday evening with large student-audience engagement.
HERE WE COME. Both teams charge at each other either trying to make their way through or stop the other team from moving forward.

SMB Wolfpack comes up short to South St. Paul’s comeback win

Thomas Chen, RubicOnline September 11, 2023
The 27-32 loss is the Wolfpack's second of the season, but the games ahead offer chances for improvement.
INTO POSITION. SMB Wolfpack takes on North St. Paul on Sept. 23 for the Homecoming game.

SMB Wolfpack finds camaraderie with rival schools

Eliza Farley, The Rubicon October 24, 2022
With a 4-3 record, the SMB Wolfpack is celebrating victories both big and small this season.
WORK IN PROGRESS. The Wolfpack lost their first game of the season against Fridley at Blake's campus. Senior captain Brody Rindelaub said, “I think our offense needs to step up and be able to stack up some points when needed and the defense needs to keep playing like we did tonight.”

Wolfpack lose in overtime after late comeback, fall to 0-1

Tommy Verhey, Director of RubicOnline September 4, 2022
SMB Wolfpack had a 15-14 overtime loss against the Fridley Tigers on Sept. 2.
SPA Senior Charlie Johnson under center before an important snap.

Wolfpack dominate Bloomington Kennedy, improve to 5-2 on season

Clara McKoy, RubicOnline October 17, 2021
SMB Wolfpack matched up against Bloomington Kennedy this past Friday, giving fans an exciting and dominative win.
LINE OF SCRIMMAGE. SMB Wolfpack starts a play in a heated match with North St. Paul Sept. 10 that ended in a 48-20 win for the pack. “I feel like this year we’ve had a lot more time to connect and become a team,” quarterback Connor Overgaard said.

Wolfpack kicks off season with fan support

Annie Bai, The Rubicon September 28, 2021
After a season cut short by an exposure quarantine, Wolfpack Football is experiencing a more normal year with fewer restrictions.
Kathleen Bishop and Tommy Stolpestad.

Bishop, Stoplestad win Lions Athlete of the Year award

John Becker, The Rubicon May 22, 2020
Two SPA seniors win local sports award, providing a much needed break from COVID-19 news
Senior quarterback Jalen Suggs (1) looks at senior wide receiver Terry Lockett's (3) matchup. The pair connected for three touchdowns in a 36-30 win for the Wolfpack.

Wolfpack win thriller against Benilde to return to state

Bobby Verhey, Social Media Manager November 4, 2019
The defending state champion SMB Wolfpack defeated the Benilde-St Maragaret's Red Knights 36-30 in a thrilling back-and-forth game to make it back to the state tournament.
Senior captain Tommy Stoplestad prepares for a play.

[BEHIND THE SCENES] SMB Wolfpack turns team bonding into wins

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline October 29, 2019
Wolfpack aims to foster a supportive culture to create a stronger team on and off the field.
The rest of the team stands on the sidelines and watches their teammates on the field.

Wolfpack wins their last regular season game against Central

Annika Rock, RubicOnline October 17, 2019
SMB Wolfpack won their senior night game against Central, 45-0.
Girls Varsity Volleyball celebrates together after scoring a point against Blake.  “When we score a point we usually come together and celebrate the point." senior Kathleen Bishop said.  Along with the volleyball team, the student section celebrates their success.

Pre-game rituals lead to post-game celebrations

Annika Rock, RubicOnline September 19, 2019
Many SPA teams celebrate and prepare for a game in their own unique ways. Here are a few of them.
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