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the show are on sale now, with prices ranging from $19 to $53 per seat. In addition to tickets for the game, the Globetrotters will also host an interactive pregame event which is also available to the public for $15 per person. The Globetrotters have thrilled audiences around the world for 86 years, and have played more than 30,000 games, entertaining everyone from Presidents to Popes. Today, a new generation of stars carries on the storied tradition with timeless basketball exhibitions. ...Early weather predictions call for snow on Saturday, Feb. 23, when the Golden Eagle men’s team hosts a to-be-determined opponent in a BracketBuster game in Eblen Center. If you remember the legendary “blizzards” of the 1980s, plan to attend and relive the memories. If you’ve never seen a blizzard inside the “Temple of Doom,” here’s your chance to pack the place and join the fun. Watch for more details. ...It’s not often that a Big 10 opponent visits an Ohio Valley Conference school, but the Golden Eagle baseball team has earned that rare opportunity twice this spring. Coach Matt Bragga’s 2013 Golden Eagles will open the season by hosting a three-game series against the University of Illinois, Feb. 15-17. The Golden Eagles and Illini meet in Bush Stadium at the Averitt Express Baseball Complex Friday (Feb. 15) at 3 p.m., followed by a 2 p.m. contest Saturday (Feb. 16) and a 1 p.m. game Sunday (Feb. 17). After that, Tech will also host the Michigan State Spartans on Tuesday, March 5 and Wednesday, March 6. Both games begin at 3 p.m. Another “big-time” opponent on the home schedule brings the Tennessee Volunteers to campus for a 6 p.m. game on Tuesday, March 26. Check the complete baseball and softball schedules, and support
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fresh faces
Some of the student-athletes who are making their debut in 2012-13
Tyler Brazelton / Baseball Huntsville, Ala. F Tyler earned three letters as a left fielder for Sparkman High School in Huntsville, Ala. He wrapped up his career with a .395 batting average, smashing 14 home runs in three seasons. During his senior season, Brazelton batted .390 while adding 14 doubles and two home runs, and crossing the plate 20 times. The son of Angela Brazelton, Tyler’s full name is Tyler Ray Brazelton. He was born August 22, 1994, and is majoring in biomolecular chemical engineering.
Chelsea Mills / Track Johnson City, Tenn. F Chelsea came to Tech from Red Bank High School in Chat-
tanooga, Tenn., where she played basketball and was captain of both the cross country and track teams. She received the Athlete of the Year award from both her high school and the Marine Corps, was recipient of the Hustle Award and several academic awards, and also served as Junior and Senior Class President. The daughter of Pamela Ray, she was born Dec. 27, 1993. Her full name is Chelsea Ann Mills and she is enrolled in general curriculum.
Bryce Kendrick / Golf
Powell, Tenn.
F Bryce brings a tremendous enthusiasm to the golf team with an excellent work ethic. He was four-year captain and letterman on the golf team at Grace Christian Academy, received MVP honors all four seasons and also lettered four years on the GCA basketball team. A three-time all-region player, he also earned allstate honors as a senior when he placed second in the TSSAA state tournament.The son of David and Elizabeth Kendrick, his birthday is Feb. 2, 1994. He is majoring in mechanical engineering.
Jibrin Linge / Football
Marietta, Ga.
F A three-year starter in the offensive line at Sprayberry High School, Jibrin also became a starter in his freshman season for the Golden Eagles. A two-time all-county selection while also earning all-region and second-team all-state honors for the Yellow Jackets, he played his high school football for coach Billy Shackelford, a standout runningback for the Golden Eagles from 1989 to 1992. Linge played a major role in helping lead the team to the 2009 and 2011 state playoffs. The son of Jolyn and Mustafa Linge, he is majoring in business.
Allison Barlow / Soccer Tullahoma, Tenn. F Allison was Tullahoma High School’s starting goalkeeper her junior and senior seasons. Twice named District 8AAA Keeper of the Year and Defender of the Year. she was cocaptain and All-State her senior year. She recorded seven shutouts as a junior and eight as a senior. Her team was the District 8AAA champions in 2010 and 2011. Allison was an Honors Scholar with a 4.34 GPA, was in the Top 10 percent of her class and member of several Honor Societies. The daughter of Mike and Karen Barlow, she is majoring in nutrition.
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