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Staff List Editor-in-Chief:

Kyra Smith-Cullen ksmithcu@lhup.edu

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Living with ALS:

Managing Editor: Kate Hibbard khibbard@lhup.edu

News Editor:

Kate White kmw4152@lhup.edu

Arts & Entertainment Editors: Kayla Marsh kmarsh2@lhup.edu Spencer McCoy smccoy@lhup.edu

Lifestyles Editor: Cierra Cook cdc8693@lhup.edu

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Kate Hibbard Managing Editor khibbard@lhup.edu “I have a one and a half year old son at home... I can’t pick him up when he cries.”

Tim Dobos, a junior majoring in applied physics and nanotechnology, and a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, is living with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) - also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease.

ALS is an incurable disease that is sporadic - only about 5 percent of cases are genetic. There are no other known cases of ALS in Tim’s family.

Eventually, ALS with suffocate him.

Tim was diagnosed last April and has since been learning to balance his disease with being a student, husband and father. He feels his son’s growth is bittersweet, full of dark irony.

“He’s walking and running and smiling and laughing. He babbles a lot,” Tim said. “As Grove learned to walk, I lost my ability to walk. As he’s learning to talk, I’m losing my ability to do so.”

Tim is wheelchair-bound and, after talking for a long period of time, feels fatigued and hoarse. Just last

Photo courtesy of the Lock Haven Express spring, he was struggling to walk to his classes - he fell often and carrying his backpack was exhausting.

Despite his struggles, Tim is hoping to attend graduate school for a Masters degree, then follow that up with a Doctorate. After completing his education, he wants to go into neurolHe plans to study ALS because, compared to such diseases as cancer, not much research has been done for it.

“I could choose some easier way, but I don’t want to,” Tim said.

But to make it that far, Tim needs to make it to graduation. And, to be the best student he can be, he devotes a lot of time to his health.

He gets his treatments through Veterans Affairs. Many of his appoint-

ments are at a clinic in State College.

However, due to a lack of equipment, Tim often has to travel to Altoona - to see specialists, or to Pittsburgh - for surgery or tests.

“Health has to take a priority over academics,” Tim said. “I desire to do well - to be the best student I can be.

But I can’t do that if I’m not in good health.”

Tim said he gets through the days thanks to his family. His twin brother, Stephen, is on family medical leave from work in their hometown of Meadville, Pa. to help Tim and his wife, Robyn, with Grove. He said he also gets help from a nurse, Sarah Buttorf, and from his and Robyn’s parents.

He also wouldn’t be where he is without the community, he said. Tim has received help from the local Vetcers as well as LHU students like the members of Phi Mu Delta, University Players and others. He said they’re acknowledgement of his disease helps bring awareness to ALS. “A lot of people in my situation wouldn’t want to be in the public eye, but that’s why ALS is so out of the picture. So I will gladly share my story,” me. I’m a physicist. That’s who I am.

I’m a father. I’m a brother. I’m a son.”

Weekly Calendar of Events Thursday, September 25

Tuesday, September 30

Friday, September 26

Monday, September 29

50 Shades of Black 6-8 pm Hall of Flags

Big Screen Movie: X-Men: Days of Future Past 7pm at Price Auditorium

STD/HIV Testing Clinic (by appointment only) 9am-1pm Glennon

6pm-8pm Art Exhibit Opening Sloan Auditorium

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Police Reports

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9/9/2014

10:05 PM

Fairview Suites

Harassment-Resident found a rag with possible human body

9/12/2014

1:53 AM

McEntire Hall

Report of an odor of

handle.

9/9/2014

4:06 PM

Durrwachter Alumni Center

2:00 PM

Off-Campus

9/12/2014

11:46 AM

Robinson Hall

Employee concerned over a conversation between coworkers.

Conversation was all in fun. Case closed.

9/12/2014

11:50 AM

SRC

Theft of keys.

9/13/2014

1:56 AM

Off-Campus

Assist LHPD-large group yelling and

Report of a male and female arguing in parking lot area. and found the individuals were messing around.

9/10/2014

marijuana. Unfounded

Title IX report of stalking/fondling incident occurred off-campus.

9/11/2014

10:34 PM

Area 9 parking lot

Suspicious activity of a white jeep driving around shining a green laser light into dorm rooms. Unfounded.

9/11/2014

5:14 PM

Campus Village

Report of a possible

Upon arrival, crowd returned to campus.

9/16/2014

Need Public Safety?

Call to report an incident at (570) 484-2234

1:00 PM

Area 14 parking

Theft-Report of gas siphoned from vehicle.

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Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. returns to televison Kathleen Ellison Online Editor kae742@lhup.edu Season two of “Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” premiered Tuesday night on ABC. The show started off with an amazing scene from the 1940’s starring the fabulous Peggy Carter and the Howling Commandos that immediately drew in the audience. and reborn under the new director, Phil Coulson (played by Clark Gregg), who seems to be struggling under the new responsibility, working to had little screen time compared to episodes of the previous season, he still had the same endearing presence that we have grown to love.

Meanwhile Skye (played by Chloe Bennet) and May (played by Ming-na Wen) are kicking butt and taking names.

Under the tutoring of May, Skye has become a hardened agent who won’t hesitate to shoot you. This new level of character development is interesting and I admire the possibilities and exploration that

sure to come.

This new character development is clearly seen in the scene with the imprisoned Grant Ward (played by Brett Dalton). Her cold and stoic interaction was chilling but not as chilling as Ward, who has become insane.

Dalton’s portrayal was perfectly creepy, but I feel this change in nature is much more stable. It was an interesting element though and I look forward to further exploration of his insanity.

This drastic change in Ward isn’t the only unsettling feature of the premiere. The introduction (barely an introduction) of new agents, new headquarters, and new attitudes has left the show with a completely different tone and a slightly sour taste.

This is most evident in the lack of cohesiveness of the cast and the artful humor that creates such an engaging atmosphere.

Overall the premiere was rather rough.

Despite plenty of action, suspense and mystery, the changed tone and characters prevented it from reaching it’s full potential.

Still, there is plenty of opportunities for improvement such as new fantastic plot lines and hopefully more Fitzsimmons scenes that don’t make me want to rip my heart out.

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The Saturday Giant debuts new music at Avenue 209 Megan Penny Staff Writer mrp4766@lhup.edu Straight out of Columbus Ohio, The Saturday Giant is a one-man band like no other.

Using layers of guitars, keyboards, vocals, drums, bass, and even beat-boxing, The Saturday Giant creates an incredible rock performance all on his own.

He impressively performs all of these skills without the use of pre-recorded samplesit’s completely live! His performance not only provides an incredible array of resonating sound, but thought provoking and unique lyrics.

The Saturday Giant has produced three EPs since starting up in 2010, while playing shows all over the United

States. Last year as part of his tour, The Saturday Giant played in Lock Haven at Avenue 209. He made his return this Wednesday, Sept 24, to the community coffee shop stage.

He used Avenue 209 for the kick off of a 39 day tour.

This tour will serve as a test drive for his full length album in the spring of 2015.

Previous songs from his EP have evolved during the last year throughout his multiple tours.

So he is giving them the through live performance. He wants to make sure he has the version he wants before recording and releasing the album in 2015. Innovative, fresh, but still holding on to that classic alternative vibe, The Saturday Giant is the act not to miss.

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Sept. 25, 2014

Did You Know?

In Django Unchained when Leonardo DiCaprio slammed his hand on the table he broke the glass and had to get stitches in his hand.

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COMING SOON

Jimi:All is by my side 9/26 Lucky Them 9/30

DVD Cold in July 9/26 American Horror Story: Coven 10/7

7 Arts & Entertainment The na From Amanda with love e r A m u b l A Spencer McCoy A&E Editor smccoy@lhup.edu “To Joe from Amanda with Love,” read the post-it note attached to a mixtape found in the dark depths of a box in the Eagle Eye. Who Joe or Amanda are is still a mystery.

But I’m certain they’re not here any more to reveal themselves either.

I wasn’t even sure who the artist was on the CD until I popped it into my PC. I haven’t heard of The CO-OP and apparently neither has google. I’m still not sure who these people are on this mixtape, but it’s not bad. It’s clear this project didn’t have a huge budget but they made do with what they had. It’s almost wrong to call this album a mix tape, it’s more like a collaboration of rappers.

With that being said, this album is pretty hilarious, with songs being titled, “Bumpy Bridge” and “Trappin’ at momma house,” I knew I was in for a treat. Some of the rappers are pretty good but it feels hard to take any of it

seriously. They’re not really rapping about anything clear.

One track, “Sex Game,” featured about a total of 10 words and a lot of mention to sex...obviously.

I don’t know what kind of rap these guys grew up lisbum. I wish I could interview Amanda and ask her where the heck she found this CD. It’s clear that Joe had the same thoughts as I did, and left it at the bottom of the box.

Guess the Artist avoids claustrophobic spaces Movie Quote!

Megan Zick Guest Writer Maz242@lhup.edu Come on down to the Sloan Fine Art building Monday, Sept. 29 at 6pm to see the opening of the new art show that will be on display in the art gallery.

The paintings that are going to be on display are done by visiting artist, Joshua Willis, of Brooklyn, N.Y.. On Monday you will be able to hear him talk about the inspiration for his paintings.

Willis will be displaying paintings such as ‘Oblivion’ (2012), ‘Forever Overhead’ (2013) and ‘In the Shadow of the Machine’ (2014).

The focal point of the art show will be Willis’s series called, ‘In the Shadow of the Machine.’ paintings that depict landscapes, which Willis said are “based on photos I took of sections of old paintings hang-

ing in the Kunsthistoriches Museum in Vienna, where Peter Bruegel’s ‘Tower of Babel’ (1563) is housed.”

“The old paintings I photographed hang in galleries around the ‘Tower’, so I imagined the landscapes I painted to be the spaces surrounding the mythical tower, and the paintings represent a turning away from crowded, claustrophobic urban spaces,” Willis said.

Willis has done with most of his paintings by using oil paints and applying them on to wood panels.

He has also made his paintings appear to be old and weathered. Wilbelief “that cities often prosper at the expense of peripheral landscapes, but also an acknowledgement that a desire to return to a pre-civilized state of existence is not only nostalgic, but also impossible.”

If you want to see more of Willis’s paintings go to www.jwillisstudio.com.

“What’s your name? Stove?

What are you an appliance?”

Last weeks quote: Guardians of the Galaxy Photo from upwarddownward.com

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Fall Out Boy gives fans just the boost they need Zach Estright Staff Writer zestrigh@lhup.edu From Chicago, Illinois, the use-to-be-punkrock and now pop rock band, “Fall Out Boy,” released a new single entitled “Centuries” on September 9th.

Pete Wentz, the bass player and spokesperson for the band stated in an interview, “We’re writing. I was just listening to something Patrick had out the album cycle in South Africa in September.”

The boys are back from touring and are already writing new songs for their sixth studio album. what most people are listening to today, and I think that’s what the boys are trying to do. The song does have rock elements tied to it, but it lacks consistency throughout it, meaning it is clasold punk rock style.

Patrick Stump’s lead vocals does the song

justice with being able to hit those high notes with strength and dignity. Patrick’s vocals are solid in overkill.

The lyrics of the song conveys a good message, that whatever you do in life, you will be remembered for many years to come or for centuries.

“Some legends are told, some turn to dust or to gold, but you will remember me, for centuries,” is the opening lyric of the song. It’s a powerful attention grabber that is about to enfold a story of “David and Goliath,” a story about going against the odds and going down into history.

If you are a huge Fall Out Boy fan and you liked their previous album, “Save Rock and Roll,” you will want to get your hands on this single.

If you can’t stand pop music and only like Fall Out Boy’s older stuff, then this isn’t the single for you and you might have grown out of Fall Out Boy. The boys are starting a new chapter of music and they are highly respected for that. “Centuries” is out in the itunes store and no date has been released for their new upcoming album.

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Top 5 movies you should be getting excited about to kick off fall Nicole Creamer Staff Writer nac8638@lhup.edu Movies…Everyone loves them whether on a rainy day, to take someone on a date or even just to sit around and be lazy! There are a lot of good movie choices when it comes to upcoming new releases and if you are wondering which movies to watch look no farther! From comedies to horror Released September 26th: The Boxtrolls is an adventure, fantasy, animation movie that stars the voices of Ben Kingsley, Elle Fanning, and Isaac Hempstead Wright. Although this is an animation, The Boxtrolls will tug at your heart strings while making you laugh hysterically! It is a touching story of a young boy who is taken in by trash collectors and tries to save them from being exterminated. This would be a good movie to watch with your friends or family.

On October 3rd, Left Behind an action and and Cassi Thomson hits theatres! After millions of people disappear the survivors are left to wonder what happened and how to stop the chaos that octhis movie is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat!

Annabelle is being released on October 3rd and is a horror. One of the most talked about movies coming out in October, Annabelle stars Ward Horton, Annabelle Wallis, and Alfre Woodard. This movie is expected to be disturbing and violent and is not supposed to disappoint. Annabelle is about a couple who starts experiencing the supernatural Conjuring, Annabelle should be on the top of your list to watch.

Being released October 10th Alexander and sure to make you laugh! This comedy starring Steve Carell, Jennifer Garner, and Bella Thorne is about Alexander who, as the title states, has a very bad day. With some rude humor and reckless behavior sounds like this movie will be a riot to watch with your friends!

Addicted comes out October 10th and is sure to have you, well, addicted! As a thriller, drama this movie follows a gallerist who gets into an affair making her life spiral out of control. Boris Kodjoe, Sharon Leal, Tasha Smith and Kat Graham all are a part of this drama and are sure not to disappoint.

Based off of a novel by Zane, let Addicted be your movie escape during October.

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Five teas that tackle the common cold Mary Jones Staff Writer mej102@lhup.edu

pour boiling water over a teaspoon of ground cinnamon, let steep for 8-10 minutes and enjoy.

4. Ginger We all know that drinking Ginger Ale helps with stomach aches, right? Well, drinking Ginger

Every fall and winter, countless students fall victim to colds and illnesses. Living so close together in the dorms and the stress of a new semester puts college students at higher risk for falling ill. From stuffy noses, to sore throats and even headaches and stomach aches, hot herbal tea can be one of the best cures.

the immune system due to high levels of Vitamin C. Found at any grocery store, simply steep the tea

1. Chamomile Considered by some to be a miracle herb, Chamsooths both the throat and stomach, boosts the immune system and will put you to sleep. Chamomile tea bags can be found anywhere. The cheaper bags that contain only Chamomile work the best. Simply steep the bag in boiling water for 3-5 minutes and enjoy.

2. Cinnamon Cinnamon is a known spice but how many really know of this herb’s healing properties? Not only does it soothe the stomach and help sore throats,

feeling in your stomach. What’s even better about peppermint tea is that you can make it taste like a melted candy cane, simply by sweetening it!

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3. Peppermint

cluding being a natural decongestant and helping with stomach problems. Peppermint tea bags can be found anywhere, including Walmart and Weis.

I favor the cheaper tea bags that have only peppermint in them. Simply steep the tea bag in a cup of boiling water for 2-4 minutes and enjoy the soothing

5. Thyme Making a tea with Thyme could actually make your coughs more productive (meaning it helps clean your lungs out faster, making you feel better sooner). Making Thyme tea is simple. Just steep two teaspoons of fresh thyme (available at Walmart) in a cup of boiling water for ten minutes.

The best sweetener to use is honey, which helps tem, making you sicker longer. Get well soon!

C A M O ‘N’ H E R R I N G

“Cuffing”

Hally Wilson Staff Writer hwilson2@lhup.edu

Who would have thought that the infamous“cuff”- that was used by all young men so that their pants wouldn’t drag on the ground - would make a come back and be stylish today?

This fall, a cuff a day is a fashion plus.

How will this cuff work, you may ask?

Well, you only need a little cuff in my opinion.

show off that awesome sock. Also the cuff not only complements your sock, but also your shoe. It shows that you want to show off and it makes people notice you more. season!

of a slimming of the pants look and, of course, if the pants are a tad long.

Second reason (my favorite) is due to showing off that sock. When cuffing your pants, be sure to have a sock that pops and which complements the The cuff can pretty much work for every type of pant, such as cords, jeans, chinos and even a suit or a tux.

I would just advise you to tell the tailor to give you an inch and a half of cuff, and get him to hem your pants a good half inch above your shoes to

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Jennie Slota Staff Writer jslota@lhup.edu

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Shaleta Heyward (left) and Lysa Mealing (right) work out at the Student Rec Center Rockwall.

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Lifestyles

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Club of the Week Kate White News Editor kmw4152@lhup.edu

AAUW

Club Name: American Association of University Women (AAUW) President: Tiffany Stamm; co-president- trs2129@lhup.edu.

Felicia Baker; co-presidentfcb3062@lhup.edu Advisor: Dr. Holle Canatella; hcanatel@lhup.edu Dr. Jennifer Taylor; jtaylor4@lhup. edu

Students are offered opportunities events, attend conferences and parof a topics. society today that many people are

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sexism in society and domestic and About Us:

ship and education opportunities for it is a females-only club but men are

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If you would like your club to be featured in the Eagle Eye’s Feature Club of the Week, email Kate White at kmw4152@lhup.edu

Appearing in the picture above (NOT IN ORDER): Felicia Baker, Tiffany Stamm, Kaitlin Sweeny, Theresa Johnson, Shelby Helwig, Gabrielle Freeman, Courtney Chamberoin, Mercedes Kenyon, Kathryn Biddle, Katie Emerson, Jessica Gentzyel, Kayla Marsh, Dr. Holle Canatella, Dr. Jennifer Taylor

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Fame & feminism

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Sports

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Penn State: Show us more Jayson Moyer Co-Sports Editor jpm362@lhup.edu

The Penn State Nittany Lions have played four games under new head coach James Franklin.

They have four wins. They have zero losses.

Two weeks ago, Penn State became bowl-eligible. Penn State can win the Big Ten championship this year and can play in a postseason bowl game.

So judging by the undefeated start, one would think that the Franklin-era is off to a great start?

Well, yes and no.

Yes, the Nittany Lions are 4-0 to start the year, but let’s look at this from a realistic standpoint, who have they played?

They started the season with a hard-fought win, traveling to Ireland to beat the University of as time expired. Okay, I’ll give that one to them.

UCF’s program isn’t the worst and traveling across the Atlantic Ocean doesn’t seem easy, either.

Then they came home to Beaver Stadium and defeated Akron 21-3. Grant it, they had to come home from Ireland and get on a normal schedule with classes, practice, etc., but this is Akron we are talking about, people. Yeah, not a good program by any means. If it weren’t for two late touchdown passes to Jesse James, this game would have been much closer.

The Nittany Lions then traveled to New Jersey to take on Rutgers. The place was amped and rockand failed to produce before scoring 13 straight points in the second half to win 13-10. This is Penn State’s best win this season, a hard-fought, grindit-out road game in a tremendous atmosphere.

Week four was a total joke. Penn State hosted now 0-4 UMASS and won 48-7. D.J. Crook saw time at quarterback as Franklin pulled the starters, and Cole Chiappialle carried the ball 16 times in the second half. A total joke is an understatement.

So, if you all are wearing your realistic sunglasses, I think you’d be right with me when I say that Penn State’s schedule so far has been not hard at all. Heck, the rest of the season isn’t all that hard of a schedule either, which could play into the Nit’s advantage.

Now, let’s look at the defense. It has been arguably the highest point of Penn State’s season so far.

The defense is sixth, yes, sixth, in the nation out of division-I FBS schools in points against.

They are allowing a mere 11 points a game. But, year?

They have 12 sacks in four games. They have

game against Rutgers.

So I guess you could say the defense is a positive, but I need to see them play against a decent offense (ex: Ohio State or Michigan State – both at home).

The offense for Penn State has been hit-or-miss so far this season. The pass-game has been just Christian Hackenberg.

Penn State is No. 16 in the nation in passing yards per-game at 329.5. Hackenberg has accumulated for 1,261 yards this season and has thrown

season his decision making has been suspect as he has tried to force some tough throws. But hands down, Hackenberg has been the spark-plug and the best player on the Nittany Lion’s offense this year.

And yes, now we have to talk about the running-game. It has practically been non-existent.

I’m not knocking Franklin, he’s a good coach, but his complete ignorance to go away from the run at points in some games is annoying, to me.

Penn State is No. 108 in the nation in rushing yards per-game at 113.8. Up until last week against a bad UMASS team, it was a completely missing part of their offense.

Bill Belton leads the team in carries with 41 and yards with 164 and is tied with Zack Zwinak for the team-lead in touchdowns with three. Akeel Lynch is Penn State’s second-leading rusher with 131 yards, but has only carried the ball 17 times and has been used in a limited role.

So, if Penn State wants to continue to win, they need to prove that they can run the ball effectively like they did on Saturday against UMASS. Arguably, perhaps, the most appealing part to Penn State’s team this year has been the play of one Sam Ficken. Yes, the kicker for Penn State – point in a game two years ago. What a remarkable run he has made. goals this season. He has been clutch. I remember watching him the past two seasons and closing my is great, and he has made huge strides since two seasons ago.

So, what is this Penn State team? Are they for real? Are they a team that can win 8-10 games this season?

Two key games will show how good this team really is: October 25 against Ohio State, and November 29 against Michigan State – both at home.

In my opinion, Michigan State would have a

side going into the Northwestern game on Saturday at Beaver Stadium, but can they sustain it?

Penn State has shown that they can play well late in games. They have shown they can defend.

I am a believer in this team, but, in order for me to consider them “legit,” they are going to have to show me that they can continually play well in all facets of the game, for the rest of the season.

So my suggestion is that we all put on our realistic sunglasses, enjoy the hype as it surrounds this team now, and see how they play in the next month.

2014 Penn State Schedule 8/30: vs. UCF - 26-24 W 9/6: vs. Akron - 21-3 W 9/13: at Rutgers - 13-10 W 9/20: vs. UMASS - 48-7 W 9/27: vs. Northwestern - 12p.m.

10/11: at Michigan - 7p.m.

10/25: vs. Ohio State - 8p.m.

11/1: vs. Maryland - TBA 11/8: at Indiana - TBA 11/15: vs. Temple - TBA 11/22: at Illinois - TBA 11/29: vs. Michigan State - TBA 12/6: at Big Ten Championship

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They certainly have momentum riding on their Foreground image courtesy of www.thehollywoodgossip.com

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Field hockey falls on the road at No. 7 Penn State Doug Spatafore Sports Information Director dspatafo@lhup.edu

The loss snapped Lock Haven’s six-game win streak.

The Nittany Lions led 2-1 at halftime thanks to goals from Amanda Dinunzio and Emilee Ehret.

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in the 23rd minute.

Less than one minute after Ehret’s goal, the Lady Eagles got on the board of the season.

Lock Haven was awarded a penalty stroke and Kenndy left no doubt, burying the ball in the top left corner to make it 2-0.

Penn State added three goals in the second half.

Lock Haven hosts La Salle in conference action on Friday, September 26 at 3 p.m.

season.

Week four college football roundup Jayson Moyer Co-sports Editor jpm362@lhup.edu Week four of the college football season saw some key matchups, two upsets, and a bunch of predictable wins.

The key matchups began on Thursday as No. 5 Auburn defeated No. 20 Kansas State 20-14 on the road.

Nick Marshall threw for 231 yards and two touchdowns in the win. Marshall also rushed for 46 yards.

Perhaps the most anticipated game of the week was in Tallahassee, Fla., as No. 22 Clemson visited No. 1 Florida State Saturday night. Florida State was without Heisman-winning quarterback Jameis Winston who was suspended for the entire game. Karlos Williams scored on a 12-yard touchdown run in overtime as Florida State held on to win 23-17.

Unranked, but undefeated Mississippi State traveled to Baton Rouge, La., to take on the No. 8 ranked LSU Tigers. Mississippi State shocked the college football world pulling off a 34-29 win on the road. Dak Prescott threw for two touchdowns and rushed for 105 yards and another score for Mississippi State.

Also unranked Indiana stunned No. 18 Missouri on the road on a three-yard touchdown run by D’Angelo Roberts with 22 seconds left. The Hoosiers went onto win 31-27.

In other games, No. 2 Oregon remained unbeaten as

they beat Washington State 38-31 on the road. Marcus No. 3 Alabama rolled at home against Florida 42-21 as Blake Sims threw for 445 yards and four touchdowns.

Amari Cooper hauled in ten receptions for 201 yards and three touchdowns for the Tide.

No. 4 Oklahoma beat West Virginia on the road 4533. Samaje Perine rushed for 242 yards on 34 carries and scored four touchdowns to lead the Sooners.

Texas A&M, ranked no. 6 in the nation, got 265 yards in the air and two touchdowns from Kenny Hill, as they rolled to a 58-6 win over SMU on the road.

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Karlos Williams scores the game-winning touchdown for Florida State on Saturday night.

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Sept. 25, 2014

Football falls to IUP, 21-16 The Lock Haven Bald Eagles (0-3, 0-2 PSAC) lined up against nationally ranked Indiana (Pa.) University Crimson Hawks (2-1, 1-1 PSAC) looking for a win against 1981 and despite several late opportunities, lost 21-16.

In a game with no shortage of big plays, the Crimson got out to a 14-0 lead. On what

appeared to be ready to cut IUP’s lead in half. Head coach John Allen instead chose to send out junior placekicker, Alex Boumerhi (Phillipsburg, Pa./Philipsburg Osceola) for a put points on the board and send the team into the locker

IUP started the second half scoring when they drove 74 yards on seven plays to go up 21-3. Quarterback, Caleb Walton (Manheim, Pa./Manheim Central) led the Haven offense on a 14-play, 69yard touchdown drive when he connected with Bernard Smack (State College, Pa./ Shippensburg Univ.) on a 12-yard fade to the back corner of the endzone. The third quarter ended with Lock Haven still down 11 by a score of 21-10.

The defense came to play again with two timely interceptions in the fourth quarby junior linebacker, Kedar Hunter (Jamaica, N.Y./Stony Brook) when he elevated to pick off an overthrown seam pass. Walton again led a touchdown drive that ended with a failed two point conversion to leave the score 21-16. Daniel Strawbridge (Harrisburg, Pa./Harrisburg) came up huge with his inter-

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Wide receiver Bernard Smack

ception as it changed the momentum of the game and set the offense up with a great opportunity to go out and win the game. The interception came with 3:16 left on the clock and gave the team great However, the offense eventually sputtered and was unable to take advantage.

The story of the day was missed opportunities on offense as there were key drops on several deep passes that were beautifully thrown by Walton.

Lock Haven returns to action this upcoming Saturday, September 27 when they travel to take on East Stroudsburg (2-1, 1-1 PSAC) at 3:05 p.m.

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Quarterback Caleb Walton

Lock Haven 2014 Schedule -

9/6: at West Va. State - 19-14 L 9/13: vs. Seton Hill - 27-16 L 9/20: vs. Indiana (Pa.) - 21-16 L 9/27: at E. Stroudsburg 3:05p.m.

10/4: at West Chester - 12p.m.

10/11: vs. Shippensburg - 3p.m.

10/18: at Cheyney - 1p.m.

10/25: vs. Millersville - 2p.m.

11/1: at Kutztown - 1:05p.m.

11/8: vs. Bloomsburg - 1p.m.

11/15: at California (Pa.) - 1p.m.

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Punter Bryce Stambaugh

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Michael Lynch Guest writer mkl2824@lhup.edu