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Volume 65, Issue 13 April 30, 2014
Chancellor Henry officially inaugurated By Darrian Pickett Senior News Writer dnp6a@uvawise.edu Last week, the University of Virginia and the University of Virginia’s College at Wise celebrated the inauguration and installation of the college’s 8th chancellor, Donna Price Henry. The ceremony on April 22 started with a processional of student representatives from the heads of the campus athletic teams and student organizations, faculty members and the ROTC. The University of Virginia’s rector, George Martin, installed Chancellor Henry, after giving his remarks about how the University of Virginia came to making the decision of choosing Donna Henry as UVa-Wise’s new chancellor. “Chancellor Henry has the skills and dedication to lead the college to levels of scholarship, excellence and achievement; indeed Mr. Jefferson would be very proud,” Martin said. The party of speakers also included UVaWise’s Professor of English Christopher Scalia and Student Government Association President Dakota Hill. “I call on you to remember the faculty’s dual role of instructing the students of Uva-Wise, and helping you with your job of recommending policies and programs that will best promote the interest of the college,” Scalia said. “I urge you to remember that while you are the chief administer here, you are also a part of the faculty, and that we your peers are partners in your important task.” Dakota Hill, president of SGA, said, “Chancellor Henry examples the very ideals that which this very college was founded on almost 60 years ago by the three wise men.” Former President of Florida Gulf Coast University Roy McTarnaghan also spoke about Chancellor Henry.
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Chancellor Donna Henry, Jessie Henry, Allen Henry, Margaret Henry, Papa Joe Smiddy, and Rector George Keith Martin pose for photo following inauguration ceremony. According to McTarnaghan, Chancellor college and your confidence in my ability to Henry is someone who will involve everyone serve as your chancellor,” Henry said. in decision-making by asking for their advice “You have my pledge to contribute, to creand genuinely taking it into account. She will ate, and to join you in making a difference at get things done within the timeline she sets for UVa-Wise.” herself. “To our founders and builders over the last Also, McTarnaghan said, “There are three 60 years, I will hold dear that great achievekinds of people in this world; those who make ments and sacrifices you have made to form and things happen, those who watch things happen, guide this institution,” Henry said. and those who ask, ‘what happened?’ Donna Chancellor Henry’s position here at the colHenry is someone who can make things hap- lege is now official. pen.” She will start her second year as chancellor After the remarks and her installation, Chan- implementing her own personal vision here at cellor Donna Henry, the 8th chancellor to serve UVa-Wise next fall. the college, gave some remarks of her own. “Thank you for your belief in our beloved
Chartwell’s strives for satisfaction Hannah McNew Staff Writer hnm4s@uvawise.edu Chartwell’s Dining Services has made small improvements of public appeal this year alone despite low numbers and hopes for a huge increase in the fall. The 10-year contract with Chartwell’s was implemented in 2006. By the end of that 10year mark, the college board at UVa-Wise has a chance to add an additional five years or to end the contract with Chartwell’s. As of now, the board sees no need to terminate the contract. Each year, the college board gives Chartwell’s an anticipated number of students who will be taking advantage of campus dining services. Chartwell’s then negotiates a price with the board and determines what the college will have to pay. This semester the board’s guaranteed more than 600 students. However, those anticipated numbers were not met. In order to make up for the loss, Director of College Services Joe Kiser said, “We can’t throw additional charges on students, so we cut down.” Slight cuts have been made to employees to equate for declining costs. Other ways to compensate cuts have been to reduce employee
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Students eat in the Smith Dining Commons.
hours and also to decrease hours of operation that were less popular to students than other hours, thus strengthening revenue. However, strengthening revenue is not the only thing the college board is working on. Things have also improved within the time span of the previous year and this year alone. When asked about the improvement of the meal plans from the following year senior physical education major with a sports management concentration Dustin Ferrell said, “I believe that the new plan is a huge improvement. I knew
numerous students that had well over 50 meals left.” Ferrell is referring to the Freedom 15 plan that went into effect the last academic year but was short-lived. Ferrell shares his approval of the new plan. “This year, those same students can swipe twice and give a meal to a commuter friend. This prevents the money from going to waste completely. I am a fan because I have benefited from the ability of my friends to swipe for me. This was not possible in the past due to the one swipe per time period.” One issue that student’s face is that there is not a wide variety of healthy foods. Junior history major Katie Soulsby said, “I think Mondo’s is really good if you want a healthy option.” She would argue that aside from the salad bar at the cafeteria, there are not many options. Dining Services hopes to make changes that will boost the appeal of healthier options to students. Director of Dining Services Brett Lawson said, “My goal is to have all our locations with nutritional information for each thing we serve.” Lawson has hopes for designating a station in the cafeteria that can be dedicated to healthier options. He also seeks to alter the menu so there is a much larger variety in foods that are served. “Students will see a new, revised and refreshed menu,” said Lawson.
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SGA Spring Formal Spring Formal will take place at 10 p.m. May 2 on the fifth floor of the SSC.
Index Textbook returns If you rented a text book this semester from the bookstore, they are due back May 5 to May 9 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Commencement Graduation will take place May 10 at 11 a.m. on the McCraray Lawn.
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Park Avenue Theater William Yearout Senior Features Writer wmy2m@uvawise.edu
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Graduation quickly approaches seniors Darrian Pickett Senior News Writer dnp6a@uvawise.edu
As the sun sets on downtown Norton a crowd of people begin to gather at the entrance This year’s graduation ceremony is quickly to the WAXM building on Park Avenue. There approaching. The event takes place on May 10 are families, couples and even college students at 11 a.m. on the McCraray Lawn by the lake. among the group on this Friday night. As the “While commencement is filled with time doors open people are greeted with a friendly honored traditions, each event features a new smile, the smell of fresh popcorn and an expericrop of graduates, a different commencement ence unlike any other in southwest Virginia. As speaker and a student speaker,” said Kathy Still, the theatre likes to put it, “Classic Movies, Vindirector of news and media relations. Photo courtesy of Park Avenue tage Theater, Timeless Experience.” According to Still, the tradition of having Park Avenue Theater lobby dazzles guests. Andrew Scott, a 2005 UVa-Wise graduate, the ceremony on the lawn is set so that seating is owner and operator of the Park Avenue Theis available to everyone who attends instead of ater. Located in the WAXM building in Norton, from down in Big Stone. So I like to say we’ve having to set an attendance limit on the number Park Avenue Theater operates in an isolated sec- got a pretty good hot dog. We’ve even got fresh- of guests students can invite. tion of the building that originally housed the brewed coffee.” Faculty members are preparing for the cerVirginia-Kentucky Opry. The last of the popcorn has been bagged and emony and seniors are preparing for their final “It opened, I believe, in 1995 and oper- the final drinks poured as the lights begin to dim days at the college. ated until somewhere around 2009, ”said Scott. in the theater. In the upper booth, hidden from Senior sports management major Megan “They did live shows, bluegrass and gospel. sight, Scott prepares to screen the film. He acti- Dillon said going to UVa-Wise has made her They just never really made it on the few and far vates the projector and inserts a high-definition grow as a person. between shows that they did.” disk, sent straight from the studio on special “Looking back over the past four years, I’ve After the Opry closed its doors the build- loan. grown up a lot,” she said. “I make better deciing remained dormant until 2013, when the The screen comes to life and the sound sys- sions now than I did when I was a freshman and venue was purchased by Scott. Wanting to give tem roars into action. It is no longer a Friday I understand that there’s always a consequence customers an alternative to expensive theaters night in downtown Norton. for every action I make.” showing the newest movies, an experience that Audiences have been transported to 1936. After graduation, Dillon plans to attend can total nearly $20 a person, Scott decided to Before them, Indiana Jones fights ancient booby graduate school at Liberty University and get go in a different direction. traps and sacrilegious Nazis alike in the cinema her masters degree in Sports Management. The Park Avenue Theater showcases clas- classic “Raiders of the Lost Ark.” For Scott, this “When I was a freshman, I procrastinated sic movies, taking suggestions both in-person is what everything he’s done is all about. with everything and would just be stressed out and on their Facebook page. In their first few “It’s come together so well,” he said. “If we when all of it was due all because I had other weeks they showcased film such as “Despicable can just get the people to realize it’s here and things I wanted to do. Now I try to manage my Me,” “Tombstone,” and “Titanic”. Already in realize what it is I think they’ll continue to come time better between school, softball and other the future works are “The Lorax,” “Back to the back. I’ve had some people here, some fami- activities. I wish I would’ve done that four Future” and even a hallmark of cinema, “The lies, three weekends in a row because they’ve years ago because if I had, I would’ve had betGodfather.” enjoyed it so much. As time moves along, we’ll ter grades and a higher GPA to graduate with,” Extensive repairs had to be made, including grow.” Dillon said. a complete renovation of the lobby flooring and As the epic finale of the sound track soars Senior health and physical education major a rebuilding of the concession stand. The theater the audience rises to exit the theater, already Chelsea Cluesman said, “personally it’s allowed itself was cleaned, and the seats restored to their talking excitedly about what they’d just expe- me to be more communicative, especially with original vintage glory. Among the items on the rienced. being a student – athlete and playing two sports to-do list is a vintage-style marquee on the exteNear the front a small kid tugs at his father’s I’ve learned to communicate with my teamrior of the building, which currently just bears a shirt, unable to contain his excitement about mates, professors, and friends. That has helped strung-up sign. what an awesome hero Indiana Jones is. me a lot.” Moviegoers buy up popcorn, drinks, and Exiting the theater is an older woman speak“I learned about time management from other food as the final rays of sunlight shine ing to her husband, laughing as she tells him that playing two sports and with school,” Cluesman down. There’s an order up for fresh nachos, and Harrison Ford hadn’t aged a bit since she saw said. “I’ll be able to take that with me to gradua new round of freshly-made hot dogs are put on Raiders during its original run in theaters, 1981. ate school because there will be more studying.” the grill. The magic of the Park Avenue Theater is not “My advice would be to get involved in The smell of genuine food begins to replace just in the movies, but in the experience. something on campus other than just going to the usual movie theater popcorn, coupled with It allows both the young and old to come to- class. I think it helps build relationships with overheard discussions about unbelievably it is gether and share in the experience, some who different people, gives you the full college expethat they would sell such things in a theater. may have seen the film when it released and rience and it leads to more opportunities,” said “For $10,” Scott said, “you can get a ticket, some who may have never seen it. Cluesman. a small popcorn, and a medium drink, tax inThe most important thing about the theater’s Seniors are leaving their final mark here in cluded ... $5 is the admission price for everyone, magic is that it fosters community. It brings dis- Wise, and the commencement ceremony is their except kids 4 and under, they’re free ... We’ve cussion and entertainment to a community filled final farewell after four years of hard work at got candy, we’ve got nachos, and we’ve got hot with empty storefronts and apathetic citizens. 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Studying abroad in Italy Zach Hill Contributor zah4d@uvawise.edu When I began my studies at UVa-Wise almost two years ago I didn’t have the slightest clue that I would eventually end up exploring the streets of Florence, Italy with a group of my peers. However, early in March I found myself boarding a plane out of the United States that would take me to Germany, where I would catch another plane over the Alps and into the city which has been home to so much art and culture. When we first arrived at Florence’s small airport, I could smell a distinct difference in the air. It seemed to be alive with energy and activity. As we traveled into the heart of the city, I saw the dome of Santa Maria del Fiore dominating the skyline. It was entirely unlike anything I’d ever seen before. After settling into our hotel, I was delighted with an amazing dinner followed by some well-deserved sleep.
Pictured is the Duomo in Florence, Italy. It was built and designed by Brunelleschi.
After an early start the next morning, I was up with a friend exploring the streets as the sun rose over the distant mountains. The city was still mostly asleep, and we were able to venture around as the venders, museums, and restaurants slowly shook themselves awake. After breakfast began the ultimate tour of Florence, the home of the Italian Renaissance. We visited numerous churches, such as Santa Croce, Santo Spirito and more. The Uffizi and Accademia, the latter of which is home to Michelangelo’s David, were just two of the many museums that held a wealth of fantastic knowledge. Every morning began with setting off into the streets to feed our hunger for more culture and art, and every night ended with an amazing dinner. We would all sit around the table to share our thoughts, experiences and even some of the delicious food! Italy was, for me, an experience of self-discovery and growth. I learned that I was capable of going to another country far across the Atlan-
tic, and taking care of myself. I faced my fear of heights as I climbed Il Duomo. I remember looking down and seeing the people on the streets far below, and thinking, “You did it, man. You made it to the top and you’re handling it.” Of course I was scared, but I learned to get over it. After a few incredible days in the city, we boarded a train to Pisa. There we climbed the Leaning Tower and took extremely touristy photos and videos. We hopped another train with delivered us through the gorgeous countryside to a little town called Vernazza. There in that small, peaceful town on a cliff by the sea, I realized that I had never witnessed anything so serene and tranquil. We spent our time together hiking, relaxing, cooking and drinking coffee on the patio as the sun set. I could never ask for much more. We returned to Florence after a few days, and visited many other locations. After that time had passed, we finally found ourselves on a plane back home with souvenirs, memories and the best stories we could ever tell.
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Four secret 7C members revealed Graduating members of the 7Cs, a secret society on campus, revealed themselves Friday at the Student Leadership Awards Banquet. Katie Scott: The time I have spent in the 7C's has been the best experience I've had while I have been a student at UVa-Wise. Being a 7 has been such an honor and I'm so glad I was able to serve the campus community and the Wise community in general while being a 7C. The friends I've made in this organization are some of the best I've had the chance to meet while at UVa-Wise. I want to thank past members for the opportunity they gave me three years ago. Also I want to give a huge thank you to Dean Jewell Worley. You have been the best caretaker the 7's could ask for. I truly appreciate all you have done for me, the organization, the students of UVa-Wise and the UVa-Wise community. I want to wish the current members the best of luck in the coming years. Thank you again for the opportunity for letting me serve this college as a 7C. Keenan France: First off, yes I am Greek. Me being Greek had no impact on being active with the 7C’s. My time being a 7C was very memorable and rewarding. Being a 7C was an experience that Greek Life never gave me. In Greek Life, we do projects that receive recognition and awards. Getting all that is great, but, in my personal opinion, I would rather do work and not get recognition. I believe that feeling is more rewarding. Jordan Childress: Most of the individuals in attendance at the Student Leadership Awards Banquet had no idea who I was when the hood came off. We as 7C’s do the unnoticeable things on campus, which is something I have done my whole life. A leader doesn’t need a piece of paper or a plaque to know they are a leader. I wasn’t even invited to the banquet as I had to sneak in to partake in the ceremony. One can be involved in every organization and group on this campus, but they will never get anything more rewarding out of them than they will being a part of this society. I have a relationship with Jewell Worley that very few have in which I cherish the experience and secrets as I take them to my grave. I stood before you everyday in times of challenge and controversy, unnoticeable. -Childress is also a veteran of The Highland Cavalier and served as the Sports Editor Fall 2011 to Spring 2014 Jimmy Dingess: As my flame as a student here at UVa-Wise is nearing the bottom of the wick, I am thankful for the friends that I have made, the bonds that have been built, and the memories that have been etched into my consciousness. My time as a member of the 7C’s was one of the most enjoyable portions of my college life. While I resent having to deceive friends about some of my activities, the position gave me a unique view of our College. Our campus is filled with people who strive to create an impact in our world and never receive any recognition, and these are the people who I wish to thank in addition to the student and faculty leaders at UVa-Wise. In the future, I look forward to witnessing the thousands of graduates from our College crafting and shaping the future of the world. My parting message is this: Do not be complacent with how things are. Thank you for the best four years of my life and I wish all of you the best in your future endeavors.
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Finals madness
By Kandee Wallace Opinion Editor knw2a@uvawise.edu
Hannah McNew Staff Writer hnm4s@uvawise.edu
Being your opinion editor for The Highland Cavalier has been full of excitement, good stories and success. As a graduating senior who loved working for the campus newspaper, I would like to extend an invitation to apply for this position. Opinion is a great section to be in control of not only because of the freedom you have, but because of how much fun it is to be able to write the stories and voice yours and other students’ thoughts on subjects on campus. This year has had great involvement by the student body and has reached a lot of people with its issues. As editor, you get a variety of feedback from your peers and audience, but generally, if you pick a campusrelated topic the students are passionate about, you will receive a lot of positive feedback from them. The campus staff and officials are another story. The purpose of opinion editor is to get people talking and involved with campus happenings. If it gets the attention of a college official or anyone of any status in the student body, including organization presidents, you are doing something right. This being said, I would love for someone who is as passionate about this job, unseen campus issues, and the student body as I am to take my place as opinion editor for The Highland Cavalier. It is consumed with benefits and good times, plus you get paid and get food sometimes, so what’s not to love? It has been an honor to work for The Highland Cavalier and bring the student body something to talk about, something to laugh at, and something to look forward to picking up biweekly. The compliments, submissions and story ideas have been amazing this year and I am eternally grateful to each of you. It has been golden and I will surely miss it. Thank you to everyone for helping and reading this year.
It’s time to get out those neon-colored flash cards you bought at the beginning of the year and never used. Or am I alone on that one? Regardless, it’s that dreaded time of the year—spring finals. By now, people have gotten themselves up in a frenzy thinking how in the world they could possibly study so much material in a given week. Some people take this time to cram down a semester’s worth of material, and others use it to procrastinate even more. While it is not good to pop a blood vessel due to high stress levels, it is definitely not the time for you to catch up on your favorite TV show or head to Johnson City on a whimsical shopping spree. There has to be a happy medium to your studying habits. One thing that helps me when I am stressed is to simply stop studying for 15 minutes and take a walk. Exercise releases endorphins that can be caused by stress. By releasing those endorphins, I am ready to go back to my study cave that I know I will create and pick up right where I left off. Another thing I use to help me when preparing for a test or even taking a test is mints. I am not up to date on recent studies, but I believe that peppermints can help reduce levels of anxiety while studying or test taking. So before I take a test, I carry at least five mints with me to class and lay them on my desk. If I notice that I am beginning to stress, I will pop in a mint. Some professors look at me funny when they see all of these empty mint wrappers lying on my desk, but I would bank on it that it helps. If you do not believe that stress can be reduced by walking or using peppermints, then there are other methods on campus that can help relieve the stress. Each year, the Student Activities Board and the Student Development Advisory Board sponsor events such as stress busters that can take off the nasty pressure and anxiety that is caused by finals. I have been to nearly every event that my schedule allows, and I believe that they truly are useful. The best bet to successful test scores would be to eat right, study by spacing out time intervals, find a good location to study, and get a good night’s rest. If you feel yourself getting nervous as soon as you look at the exam, take a deep breath. Mentally coach yourself and say, “I’ve got this. Stop panicking. I know the information.” Good luck on your finals, and I hope these strategies work.
What does UVa-Wise want next year? “A hot tub or sauna would be pretty nice to have.” -David Owens, junior history major
“If we could get rid of this translucent, tissue paper toilet paper, I would be eternally grateful.” -Gage McCoy, senior management information systems major “I would have liked UVa-Wise to have a better selection of dining options! They have done a better job accommodating of student’s needs, however I still think there I more work to be done so that students can have more available options.” -Jimmy Stewart, senior psychology major “I'd love to see the library get JSTOR digital academic journal archive and for us to hire another political scientist, someone specializing in American politics.” -Eric Smith, political science professor “How about more/better parking lots, less stairs, and no bull crap parking tickets? Oh, and a clean pond that they like to call a "lake." -Ethan Collins, senior software engineering major “I feel that the campus should invest in more bleachers for the baseball team, and a small bleacher area for the tennis courts.” -Chris Armistead, freshman sports management major “The first thing I asked about when I went to a campus 360° was whether or not there was an honors dorm. I came in with a 3.98 GPA that has dropped to a 3.50 my senior year of college, which I'm really disappointed in. Though I'm graduating, I would still love to see at least a section of campus housing for students who really care about their education to live together. Intelligent minds feed off of each other when they are together.” -Mandy Blankenship, senior biology major “Maybe trying to focus on academics as well as improving the visual aspects to our college. Trying to focus more on our tutor connect and push our student body graduation rates up along with moving forward and trying to become a school where people could get their master’s degree.” -Jessie O’Quinn, junior math and music major
Commuter corner
The final edition of the Highland Cavalier can only mean one thing: a farewell and adieu to this year’s Commuter Corner, as well. While it is a bittersweet time for those of us graduating, it is clear to me that each spring brings with it a new chapter in the book of life. Even for those of us who opt to take an old fashioned UVa-Wise victory lap, we are progressing, whether we like to admit it or not. It has been my pleasure to bring the goings-on of commuter student life to the weary travelers of this institution. It is my hope that the tradition will be carried on for years to come. As a veteran commuter, it is imperative that I leave all of my successors with a few valuable pieces of advice: 1. The State Department has waged a war on students arriving to class on time. Leave a few minutes early. 2. Radar guns are toys for grown men and women in uniform. They love to use them. 3. Campus Police are our friends. At least until we park in faculty parking. Then, for $60, they will be our friends again. 4. If it is cold or rainy, it is possible to get from the Science Center to Darden to Zehmer without getting wet or cold. 5. For those who do make it to the Student Center, it is important to know you can now only burn 12 calories climbing 5 flights of stairs, instead of the 273 you could burn last year. Thanks Mark Collins. Now we all have to watch what we eat. 6. If you happen to see Sim Ewing, Joe Kiser, or Travis Perry on campus, give them a hug and a kiss. They will be working on the drainage situation in the upper lot over the summer. 7. And, the piece of advice I find most helpful are the words uttered by Steven Wright: “When everything is coming your way, you’re in the wrong lane.” As always everyone, good luck in your endeavors, and happy commuting. -Brett Hall is a senior political science major
The Highland Cavalier would like to congratulate the Class of 2014 and wish everyone a safe summer break. Editorial Board Megan Gray Darrian Pickett Jaime Robinson Jordan Childress Kandee Wallace Graham Siegfried Josh Weaver Dalena Adams William Yearout Allie Gibson
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The Highland Cavalier is the official student newspaper of The University of Virginia’s College at Wise. The newspaper is published weekly on Fridays. It functions to inform, educate and entertain readers accurately and responsibly. It does not necessarily reflect the opinions of the college’s administration, faculty or staff. Also, the opinions expressed on the Opinion Page are those of the individual writers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of newspaper editors and staff members. The Highland Cavalier welcomes all contributions, which can be delivered to the newspaper in person (317 Slemp Student Center); by standard mail (Campus Box 4682, The University of Virginia’s College at Wise, 1 College Avenue, Wise, VA 24293); by phone (328-0170); or via e-mail (highlandcavalier@uvawise.edu). Letters to the editor can also be e-mailed to Opinion Editor Kandee Wallace(knw2a@uvawise.edu). All letters to the editor must be signed — including the writer’s department or major, address and telephone number. Letters may be edited for length, grammar, clarity and libel.
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Cavs wrap up home schdeule By Jordan Childress Sports Editor jsc6x@uvawise.edu
The UVa-Wise men’s baseball team wrapped up its home schedule in its inaugural season in NCAA Division II play. On April 26, head coach Hank Banner honored his four seniors, Danny Bates, Mike McCollum, Cody Compton and Andrew Jessee as the Cavs hosted the Cardinals of Wheeling Jesuit University. In game one of the four game series, the Cards scattered 17 hits en route to a 13-9 game on win over the Cavs. The Cards scored two runs in the top of the first to take a 2-0 lead, and the Cavs cut the lead to one as junior Bill Steven singled in freshman Ty King in the bottom of the first. In the top of the third the Cards added four runs to extend their lead to 6-1. The Cavs battled plating two runs in the bottom half of the inning. Once again the Cards turned in a big inning as they scored seven runs on eight hits in the top of the fourth. The Cavs found themselves down 13-3, but Steven came up big again drilling a three-run home run down the left field line to make the score 13-6 after four innings of play. Freshman Jordan Olinger added a two-run homer of his own in the fifth to pull within 13-8 of the Cards. Olinger’s homer proved not enough for the Cavs’ comeback as the team dropped the game to the Cards 13-9. The Cavs came out firing on all cylinders in game two of the series on April 26 as they scored six runs in the bottom of the first in a 8-4 win over the Cards. The Cavs sent 11 batters to plate in the bottom of the first in which they scored six runs on five hits. Sophomore Tye Marshall, freshmen Will Cline, Jessee and Olinger each collected an RBI each in the inning while King knocked in two runs. In the top of the third the Cards finally got on the board scoring three runs in the inning to make the score 7-3. Cline added another run for the Cavs on a RBI sacrifice fly in the fifth as they Cavs cruised to a 8-4 victory. Sophomore Steven Klaiber picked up his fifth win on the season for the Cavs. The Cavs and Cards concluded the four game series with another doubleheader on April 27. In game three of the series, Bates led the Cavs on the mound as they took game three by the score of 4-3. Bates allowed three runs on seven hits while striking out three. The Cavs found themselves down 3-1 after four innings, but mounted a late comeback. Junior Chaz Tanner pulled the Cavs within one with a RBI single in the bottom of the seventh. Marshall tied the game at three apiece with a RBI single which was followed by an Olinger walk-off sacrifice fly to give the Cavs the comeback victory. The Cards controlled game four of the series as they took a 7-4 win over the Cavs to split the series. After three innings of play, the Cavs
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Senior Danny Bates (10) played his final home games at Stallard Field against Wheeling Jesuit University April 26 and April 27. found themselves down 7-1. King knocked in two runs in the bottom of the fifth and Olinger homered in the seventh but wasn’t enough as the Cavs dropped the game 7-4. The Cavs moved to 16-25 on the season and 13-19 in Mountain East play. The Cavs will wrap up the regular season this Saturday and Sunday at Concord University with a four-game series. The MEC tournament starts May 8.
The Highland Cavalier would like to recognize our winter/spring senior athletes
James Turner
Deon Boyce
Reynesha Archer
Jon Saado
Jimmy Stewart
Clint Lowe
David Harvey
Chris Scott
Eric Mehiel
Chelsea Cluesman
Jamie Green
Cody Compton
Andrew Jessee
Mike McCollum
Danny Bates
Allyssa Zebrowski
Kristina Romualdo
Sarah Wiltshire
Megan Dillion
Rachel Hawks
Lannie Johnston
Charity Lawson
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Cavs fall short of MEC season title
Josh Weaver | The Highland Cavalier
The UVa-Wise softball falls short of the Mountain East Conference Regular Season Championship as they finished in second place to West Virginia Wesleyan Bobcats. By Jordan Childress Sports Editor jsc6x@uvawise.edu Head coach Karen Bitter’s Cavs have arguably been one of the best teams in Mountain East Conference play this season and had a chance to claim the inaugural MEC softball regular season championship. The Cavs unable to make that dream a reality as they dropped two games to the University of Charleston Golden Eagles on April 26. The Cavs made up for those two losses against West Virginia State University Yellow Jackets April 27 with a sweep and securing the two seed in the upcoming MEC tournament. The Cavs finished the regular season with a 33-16 record and a 20-6 record in MEC play, falling just short of an MEC regular season title. But they still have a chance in conference play. The MEC conference tournament begins Thursday in Salem, Va., and the Cavs will be in action at 7:30 p.m. as they will face the winner of the West Virginia State/Shepherd game. Cavs vs. Golden Eagles The Golden Eagles played spoiler as they
took a dramatic game one victory over the Cavs that took extra innings. The Cavs and Golden Eagles were locked into a pitchers duel in game one of the doubleheader. The Golden Eagles scored the first run of the ballgame in the bottom of the fourth and the Cavs answered back with a RBI by senior Megan Dillion to tie the game at one apiece. Heading into the final inning of play the Golden Eagles controlled a 4-1 lead over the Cavs. In the top of the seventh the Cavs were backed against the wall. A Charity Lawson RBI single and a clutch three-run home run off the bat of Mindy Combs put the Cavs ahead 5-4. The Golden Eagles battled back in the bottom of the seventh to tie the game at five apiece. Andrea Hayes scored the winning run for the Golden Eagles in the bottom of the tenth inning as she scored on a wild pitch to give the Golden Eagles to 6-5 victory over the Cavs in a game that took almost three hours to play. Senior Rachel Hawks took the hard luck loss for the Cavs in relief work. Game two was all Golden Eagles as they defeated the Cavs 5-0. The Cavs only managed six hits in the ballgame.
Cavs vs. Yellow Jackets The Cavs wrapped the regular season with a sweep of West Virginia State on April 27. The Cavs took game one 5-0 and game two 14-8. In game one the Cavs raced out to an early 3-0 lead scoring two runs on errors. Freshman Alexa Hernandez and sophomore Christina Ziemba knocked in a run each in the fourth to give the Cavs a 5-0 win. Freshman Taylor Brandts picked up the win in game one while only allowing five hits and striking out seven. In game two it was a slugfest between the two teams that saw the Cavs put together their greatest comeback on the season and their best inning on the season. Heading into the top of the seventh, the Cavs found themselves down 8-2 and desperately needing the victory. The Cavs scored 12 runs on nine hits while the Yellow Jackets of West Virginia State committed four errors. The inning saw three RBI by Combs giving her four on the day and Lawson who drove in three runs in the inning. Dillion finished the game with three hits and three RBI.
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