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Men’s hockey playoff bound after 7-2 Bethel victory

February 13, 2011February 16, 2011

Senior Andrew Kappers’ two goals and two assists Saturday helped lead the St. Thomas men’s hockey team to a 7-2 victory over Bethel and earn a spot in the MIAC playoffs.

After recording a hat trick against Bethel Friday night, Kappers’ two goals Saturday capped a seven-point weekend for the senior, who led St. Thomas to victory in his final regular-season game as a Tommie.

Senior Andrew Kappers’ two goals and two assists Saturday helped lead the St. Thomas men’s hockey team to a 7-2 victory over Bethel and earn a spot in the MIAC playoffs.

Women’s hockey dominates Royals 5-2

February 12, 2011August 3, 2014

The St. Thomas women’s hockey team hit the net hard Friday night to secure a 5-2 win over the Bethel Royals.

The Locker Room with Terry Peck – Feb. 10, 2011

February 11, 2011March 6, 2018

Coach Terry Peck, senior Alex Frank and junior Peter Wright join Senior Reporter Brian Woitte in The Locker Room.

Officials clear former SJV rector after suicide note mention

February 10, 2011August 4, 2014

Spokesmen for St. Thomas and the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis said Wednesday they will not investigate former St. John Vianney Seminary Rector the Rev. William Baer.

Students, staff trying to stay warm

February 8, 2011February 16, 2011

With temperatures dipping below zero for the second consecutive day, St. Thomas students and staff members are trying to find ways to stay warm.

Some students have developed their own strategies to cope with the projected 15-below-zero wind chills.

St. Thomas students not ‘Academically Adrift,’ research shows

February 6, 2011February 16, 2011

In a time of increasing tuition costs, a new book has raised alarm about how much students actually are learning at college. But research shows that academic growth at St. Thomas is high.

Men’s tennis gets first win in new home

February 5, 2011June 20, 2014

Peter Wright’s gutsy performance Saturday afternoon at the Anderson Athletic and Recreation Complex helped the St. Thomas men’s tennis team defeat the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and get its first victory of the season.

Women’s basketball gets revenge in 61-50 win over St. Kate’s

February 5, 2011

Surviving St. Kate’s strong second-half effort, the St. Thomas women’s basketball team escaped with a 61-50 win Saturday at home; an important win as the MIAC playoffs approach.

The Tommies were prepared for an aggressive game against St. Kate’s and were motivated to win after losing 73-68 to the Wildcats Jan. 15.

Men’s hockey ties St. Olaf, stays third in MIAC

February 5, 2011July 12, 2014

The majority of the first period was a heated battle for the net and good ice position. Harder hits ensued, as each team seemed determined to put the other on the ice.

The Locker Room with Jeff Boeser – Feb. 3, 2011

February 3, 2011March 6, 2018

Coach Jeff Boeser and senior captain Andrew Kappers and sophomore goalie Tyrone Simcoe join TommieMedia reporter Dan Cook in the Locker Room.

Egypt’s unrest hits home for St. Thomas students

January 31, 2011August 2, 2014

The recent turmoil in Egypt has had a personal impact on some members of the St. Thomas community, including international student Nermeen Salem from Alexandria, Egypt.

Old friends skate together on new team

January 30, 2011February 2, 2011

During a women’s hockey game Nov. 13 against Augsburg, freshmen Andrea Bishop and Lauren Mumm scored their first collegiate goals. It was only fitting since the two players have been playing hockey together since they were 6 years old.

Hannon’s career-high point performance helps St. Thomas defeat Bethel 82-72

January 29, 2011January 30, 2011

Led by junior Tommy Hannon’s career-high 23 points, the eighth-ranked St. Thomas men’s basketball team defeated Bethel 82-72 at home Saturday afternoon, holding off a late surge by the Royals.

Hannon was virtually unstoppable throughout the game, shooting 6-8 from the field and 11-15 from the free throw line.

The Locker Room with Ruth Sinn – Jan. 27, 2011

January 27, 2011March 6, 2018

Coach Ruth Sinn and senior captains Jazmin Townsend and Rachel Booth join TommieMedia sports editor Ryan Shaver in the Locker Room.

Nicolai’s big second half lifts Tommies past Augsburg

January 26, 2011January 27, 2011

A 17-point second half from senior guard Tyler Nicolai helped the men’s basketball team (16-1 overall, 11-1 MIAC) defeat Augsburg (11-6 overall, 6-6 MIAC) 82-66 Wednesday night at Schoenecker Arena.

Nicolai shot more than 60 percent from the field and added six assists to the Tommie win.