Yep. You read the title right. The Wild will win the Stanley Cup this year. The Wild is currently 34-12-5, which is good for 1st in the Western Conference and 2nd overall in the NHL, only behind the Washington Capitals. The Wild are a young team, led by an experienced coach in Bruce Boudreau, who last coached the Anaheim Ducks. Boudreau, who has coached almost 400 games, brings leadership and accountability to a Wild squad that has lacked both under the former administration of Mike Yeo, who is now head coach of the St. Louis Blues.
Relaxation can be hard to come by as an high school student or faculty member. Hours upon hours of homework topped off by countless extracurriculars can have people itching to find a source of serenity. One club has provided a solution for both groups: Yoga and Meditation club, founded and supervised by Profe Alison Terrell.
Staying fit is significantly harder in the winter than any other season. The inability to go outside and all the effort required just to get to the gym result in a sort of “hibernation” by many young adults. It is incredibly clear that those who consistently stay fit live much healthier lives, not to mention spring break is right around the corner. I encourage you to check out all the different ways to exercise in the winter. Here are a few of Breezes’ most recommended workout options:
It’s Minnetonka’s 'hottest' new club: Winter Running. This club is for those who don’t have a winter sport and are looking to stay in shape during the harsh Minnesota coldness. Now, if you aren’t in cross country or track, I can understand why running in sub-zero temperatures isn’t exactly “appealing.” The endurance associated with running can be a challenge for some. In addition, running in the cold can make it much harder.
Nordic, or cross-country skiing, is thought to have been developed over 4500 years ago in the Scandinavian regions of Europe. The tradition continues here at our school. The Minnetonka High School Nordic ski team, or TNR for short, began their season at the end of October.
In the past few years, watching the Minnesota Twins has been like watching paint dry: boring, boring, and boring. However, in the next few years, there is hope, and here is why:
