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The official student-run newspaper of Sterling College, serving since 1889 • For updates and more info, visit http://stir.sterling.edu Volume 112 Issue 10
ON THE INSIDE
Opinion: Page 6
Letters to the Editor “Cup of Joe” Cartoon SGA Column Campus Pulse
Features: Page 7
Read up on the candidates who are running for positions on the SGA Executive Cabinet. Photo by Kelly Valentine
CAB provides evening of fun with “Monte Carlo Night” By TAYLOR LIBBY Features Editor
Like a scene taken straight out of Las Vegas, on Friday night the Campus Activities Board turned Upper Wilson into a mock casino complete with fruity drinks, waitresses and prizes for the top chip holders. The first annual Monte Carlo Night brought in students from all over campus to enjoy a night of free games and fun. “For a first time event, I think Monte Carlo Night went really well,” CAB president senior Derick Rowe said. CAB publicist sophomore Aly Kumpula said the idea of the event came to her after she caught wind of the popularity of playing cards in the dorms. “I went to poker night and there were 40 people there,” Kumpula said.
“I thought it would be good if all those people came to a CAB event.” No money was exchanged at the event. As students entered they were given a set amount of chips to play with and at the end of the night CAB awarded the top three chip holders with prizes. Monte Carlo Night also featured members of the faculty and staff as dealers for the various games. CAB sponsor Stephanie Smith said she thought the event was great because of the variety of people that joined in the games. “It brought out a lot of different people,” Smith said. Overall, members of CAB agreed that Monte Carlo Night was a huge success, and hope that next year the event will bring even more people to the table or as Kumpula said, “it will be the spring version of Bingo Night.”
SGA Elections Debate/Forensics Update Mission Trip Fundraisers Entertainment Reviews
Sports: Page 8
SC alum Ben Swihart works as the dealer as freshman Anita Bunney, sophomore Leah Frees and senior David Wray play a game of roulette. Photo by Matt Ehresman
Senior Erin Thiessen drives in against Bethel College February 26. Photo by Kelly Valentine
“Arsenic and Old Lace” Both basketball teams advance debuts next weekend By AMY WOODS Sophomore David Ireland, freshman Houston Smith and sophomore Marcus Mull rehearse for “Arsenic and Old Lace” Monday night. The farcical dark comedy, directed by senior Jenny Czuba, will premiere in Culbertson Auditorium March 13-14 at 8 p.m. Photo by Kelly Valentine
Women’s Basketball Men’s Basketball Baseball Softball Track
THISWEEK
Tomorrow.
Softball Tournament (@ Friends University)
Saturday. 12 p.m.
Baseball vs. Oklahoma Wesleyan (@ Sterling)
Monday. 5 p.m.
Campbell Kabob Night (Campbell Front Steps) Check out the Features page for mission trip fundraisers happening this week.
NEWSBITES Raya and AMP take trips Several Raya team members went to Kansas City last weekend to help serve with kids programing, volunteer cleaning work and sorting through donated clothing for various ministries and services in downtown Kansas City. Students involved with AMP traveled to Oklahoma City to visit the Oklahoma City Bombing Memorial and other museums.
Juniors Carl Nolan and Dustin Johnson try their luck at Craps Friday night at Monte Carlo Night. Nolan ended up in first place with Johnson taking second. Photo by Matt Ehresman
Sports Editor For only the second time in SC history, both the men’s and women’s basketball teams will be heading to their respective national tournaments next week. The women are currently ranked sixth in the nation while the men are ranked 27th. This will be the Lady Warrior’s 13th trip to the national tournament in Sioux City, Iowa, while this is only the third trip to Branson for the men’s team. Men’s head coach Dean Jaderston, who was recently named the KCAC Coach of the
Year, said he feels that his team is ready. “It’s really exciting to have a chance to compete on a national level,” Jaderston said. “We’ve played very well this year against ranked opponents. I believe we have the right personnel to go deep in the tournament.” Women’s head coach Lonnie Kruse continues to define women’s basketball history, marking the 18th season in which the Lady Warriors accumulated 21 or more wins, and the tenth time his team The women’s basketball team celehas won the KCAC brates a win earlier this season. Photo regular season title. courtesy Melissa Yarrow
Enrollment for 2010 up despite troubled economy By MATT EHRESMAN Editor-in-Chief
Although the United States’ economy is currently facing several difficult challenges, the Sterling College admissions department is actually expecting a growth in enrollment for next year. It is still early in the enrollment process and “decision time” is just now beginning, but Vice President of Admissions Dennis Dutton said the current numbers are looking pretty good. “I am very pleased that we’re so far in our inquiries and applications, but I don’t want to be too confident yet given the economy we’re facing,” Dutton said. So far, the admissions department has received 2500 more in-
quiries, 160 more applications and just a few more deposits compared to last year. The largest incoming class came in the fall of 2006, but the current freshmen class is the third largest in SC history. Around 355 students will be returning to SC next year, so Dutton and the admissions counselors have set a goal for 250 new students (freshmen and transfers) next fall, which would put the total enrollment at 605. In order to combat the economic struggles of families today, the admissions counselors are beginning to implement new and less traditional ways to reach students. For example, although the counselors have already made over 1000 phone calls to prospec-
tive students, the method that has become the most common to communicate with students is through Facebook and other social networking tools. According to Dutton, this year marks the first year that the counselors have used Facebook more than telephone or e-mail conversations to reach prospective students. Admissions counselor Sasha Hildebrand said she also regularly tries to find other unique ways to connect with prospective students. “I do a lot of off-campus activities working with students in theatre programs,” Hildebrand said. “[I try to] connect with students in different ways other than just calling them.”
Dutton and Hildebrand agreed that students are much more likely to end up attending Sterling if they come on a campus visit. The next big campus visit weekend is March 15-16, and Dutton encouraged any students who may be interested in hosting students to contact anyone in the admissions department. Hildebrand stressed how important relationships and connections are to maintaining the number of students at SC. “I truly believe that the only way Sterling is going to keep going is the way it’s been doing it for years—through connecting with people, rather than just going our own ways all the time,” Hildebrand said. “Connectivity really draws people to this place.”
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OPINIONS
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Letters to the Editor:
Perfectionism not a chain Dear Editor, I am not convinced that “perfectionism is the chain holding down Christianity.” I can see many things holding down Christianity, some for its own good. Why does “striving for perfection” and “realizing failure” lead to “living in shame?” Why can’t we just skip to the “start all over again” part? You know, forgiveness? Why throw out trying to be perfect just because we need someone to fill in the gaps where we are not? I do not see why “we need to rewrite the word Christian for the world.” I am not sure it should be encouraged. Despite a fully armed schism that killed hundreds of thousands of Americans, the United States maintains its title. Coca-Cola removed the crack, but didn’t change the name. Christians came before Coke and the US of A. They have survived their series of holocausts, the Inquisition, the Reformation and a lot of “oopsies.” They might even survive Ted Haggard if God wills. As for pedestals, I remember a story about two men. A group thought they were perfect. The two guys said they weren’t. The guys tried to correct them. Some other guys came along and may have pointed out the apostle Paul didn’t pay all his taxes or call his mother on Mother’s Day, but somehow convinced the now disillusioned crowd to beat the crap out of him. If anyone needs a wounded person to shoot, a witch to burn or a sinner, I volunteer. Please don’t tell me I shouldn’t try to be much better though.
Sincerely, Joshua O’Grady
Express your freedom of speech respectfully
In the last few years, The Stir has published some articles that were deemed questionable by readers of populations other than students. Some articles raised eyebrows because they seemed to be one sided, others were perceived to be derogatory and still others seemed to be missing accurate information. In some cases, the cadre of emotions generated by the message of these articles was left to fade away on their own. In others, different staff members confronted the writers of those articles and requested that follow-up stories be printed. As word of this spread through the student body, phrases of violating free speech, freedom of the press and censorship were spoken rather mockingly. The freedom of expres-
sion granted in the First Amendment of the Constitution allows an individual to express themself without interference by the government, not interference from an individual. In addition, the U.S. Supreme Court has recognized that some expression may cause a disruption of peace or violence, and have therefore enacted the Doctrine of Scrutiny. For example, a law that prevents people from falsely yelling “Fire!” in a crowded theater is allowed to restrict free speech because that particular expression poses a threat to public safety. And what about censorship? While it’s true that all Americans are entitled to an opinion and have the right to express it, it begs the question as to whether or not it should be [expressed]
A Cup of Joe
if it coddles and nurses feelings of distrust and anger. Whether we like it or not, there is no perfect reality where people are free to totally act as they please. As an administrator of Sterling College, I expect The Stir to hold me accountable for all decisions I am involved with. I also expect The Stir to report on all the issues that affect students, including those that may be somewhat controversial; the issue here is not so much what is said, but how it is said. Likewise, the writers of The Stir must be willing to be held accountable for what they write. And let’s face it, being surrounded by a campus full of professors, all students need to be willing to recognize the difference between a “teaching moment” and censorship.
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Dear Stir Staff, I always read The Stir in the Sterling Bulletin for two reasons. One, I like to keep up as much as I can with all of the activities in the county and two, my daughter is a student at SC. With the recycling story and effort going on, I wondered if I could share that Rice County is one of 8 E-Waste Recycling Hubs in Kansas. We accept all kinds of electronic waste. One of your students, David Roe is a KDHE Green Team Ambassador, giving presentations about recycling around the area. If you would like more information, feel free to call me. Keep up the good work.
I have had the privilege to visit with Matt [Ehresman] and Taylor [Libby] on more than one occasion regarding a few articles in The Stir. While we may have walked away from those conversations agreeing to disagree, both of them acted in a very respectable and professional manner. Our small campus is fortunate to have a published newspaper of the quality we have. Finally, I must admit that I have not done a good job of telling Matt, Taylor and the other writers how much I appreciate all they do. I challenge everyone to be deliberate in expressing their appreciation for all the great articles The Stir provides us. Dr. Troy Peters Vice President of Academic Affairs
Thanks, Jill Nichols “Pasta bar. It’s my favorite!” - freshman Carolynn Lawrence
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SGA COLUMN
Explanation of SGA positions, duties By MEGAN RAINWATER Executive Secretary SGA elections are coming up soon and so I thought it would be good to hear from an insider about what exactly the Student Government Association does. SGA is really three parts: the Executive Cabinet, the Student Senate, and all the clubs and organizations on campus. Each group has different areas that they focus on. The Senate works on campus issues. Some of the issues they have been working on have been café issues, union improvements, the academic calendar and breaks for next year, chapel
improvements, commuter issues, and the credit limit. The Senate is only two years old but it has already made a difference on campus with the breaks for next year in the academic calendar. The organizations provide activities for students on campus and allow students to express themselves through the clubs they join. One of the best ways to get involved on campus is to join an organization, or you can always start a new club to fit your interests. Then there is the Executive Cabinet. We look over the Senate and the organizations on campus. We are the link between the students and the administrators. It may seem like a lot of responsibility but there are seven of us and we each deal with a particular area. I am the Executive Secretary and
my job is to collect and file the minutes from the organizations. Their minutes let us know if they are accomplishing their goals so that we can hold them accountable to serving the students. I also plan many of the activities for Homecoming in the fall. Many of the organizations have booths during Homecoming Hangout and this is one of the best ways to talk to the organizations and get to know what they are all about. Dorm competitions allow students to meet the people they live with and make new friends. I have really enjoyed my year on the Executive Cabinet. It has helped me understand how the college works and how important it is to be involved on campus. The more people that get involved in organizations, the better our campus will be.
“I like the wrap bar because I can make it to my liking.” - freshman Paul Chapman
“Potato bar! The cheese and bacon make it so delicious.” - freshman Hannah Herrington
Corrections and Omissions
Although The Stir always strives for journalistic excellence, we recognize that we may occasionally publish false information or leave out important details unintentionally. Corrections and omissions will appear in this space every issue. If you find a mistake, please let us know. Contact Matt Ehresman at mehresman@sterling.edu. Associated Collegiate Press
Kansas Press Association
In our previous issue in the front page story about the accreditation process, we said that the HLC visit will take place in December 2010, while it should have read December 2009.
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Executive Cabinet Elections Understanding the process, meeting the candidates
Name: Matt Ehresman Running for: President Class: Junior Favorite Movie: Remember the Titans What qualities will you bring to this position? I have a lot of leadership experience, but I really just care a lot about Sterling and want to do my part to help it to improve. I hope students will find me easy to work and communicate with, and I feel I have already established a positive relationship with the administration. Hopefully all of these things combined can relate to a really effective year for everyone involved with SGA. By ROBIN SMART Staff Writer It is time once again to turn in those government ballots. Student Government Association is currently taking petitions for the positions of President, Executive Secretary and Director of Campus Activities through Friday, March 6th. At the time of publication, the candidates for three of the elected positions were unapposed: junior Matt Ehresman for President, sophomore Megan Rainwater for Executive Secretary and sophomore Missy
Name: Missy Larson Running for: Director of Campus Activities Class: Sophomore Favorite Movie: P.S. I Love You What do you think is the most important quality in a leader? Being strong, caring and organized are good, but I think the most important quality is that they are humble. You have to be able to admit when you are wrong and work hard to try to fix your mistakes in the future for the benefit of all you are representing. A leader needs to take charge and not sit back and watch things happen. Larson for Director of Campus Activities. “We would love to see a couple more people throw their hat in the ring,” SGA President Melissa Yarrow said. Also, sophomore David Ireland and junior Lauren Rivard are looking to take over the position of SGA Student Chaplain. This is the first year the Student Chaplain position will be voted on by SC students. Since SGA positions are only yearlong terms, all seven cabinet positions are open. The Senate members will vote on the Vice Presi-
Name: Megan Rainwater Running for: Executive Secretary Class: Sophomore Favorite Movie: Pride & Prejudice What qualities do you bring to the job? I am enthusiastic and so excited for this job. Some qualities I bring are my creativity. When designing posters or planning events, you need a lot of creativity. I am usually pretty good at getting things done and I’m always willing to help anybody with whatever projects they happen to be working on. I love communicating with the people this job puts my way.
dent of the Senate in April and the Treasurer and Office Consultant are hired every year by the Executive Cabinet, rather than voted on by the student body. “SGA needs people who are passionate about Sterling College and have a desire to see it improved,” Yarrow said. In addition, SGA is looking for a variety of people to represent the students at SC and to bring different perspectives to the Executive Cabinet. The four positions open to student votes take strong leadership skills and a great deal
Name: David Ireland Running for: SGA Student Chaplain Class: Sophomore Favorite Movie: The Jungle Book Why do you feel you are the right person for this position? I believe I am the right person to fill the role of SGA Student Chaplain because I care deeply about the spiritual welfare of the students at SC. I have a desire to work with different campus ministry programs, and to help create worship opportunities for students from all different traditions, denominations, and Christian backgrounds.
of responsibility. “We need people who are willing to be dedicated to serving the school and responsible enough to accomplish their tasks,” Yarrow said. “We also seek people who are energetic, willing to learn, and seeking to develop in their leadership skills.” Those interested in running for an elected position will give speeches at the SGA Election Forum on Friday, March 13th at 10 am in Culbertson and those interested in another position can pick up an application in the SGA office.
Name: Lauren Rivard Running for: SGA Student Chaplain Class: Junior Favorite Movie: Rudy Why do you feel you are the right person for this position? I have had the privilege of serving as a chaplain this year and I really believe it is important that the person who takes this role is interested in fostering a growing faith, as opposed to entertaining people or serving the “super spiritual” select. Sterling’s goal is to develop leaders who understand a maturing Christian faith, not just a mature Christian faith.
What do they do?
SGA President: Overall representative for the student body to the administration, ultimate overseer of the Executive Cabinet, Senate and General Assembly. Director of Campus Activities: Overseer of all campus organizations and activities. Executive Secretary: Recorder of all Executive Cabinet and General Assembly meetings, overseer of Homecoming activities. SGA Chaplain: Overseer of campus ministry, working with SGA, Student Life and campus ministry organizations to fulfill spiritual needs. Office Consultant: Manager and technical advisor for all office equipment and supplies, creator of the Phiz. Executive Treasurer: Chief director of all student association finances. Vice President of the Senate: Overseer of the Senate, representative of the Senate to SGA.
Missions teams fund- Debate and forensics winds down regular season raising opportunities Especially because of the troubled economy, the teams from SC that are going across the globe this summer need help raising the necessary funds. Be sure to check your e-mail about upcoming events, but here are a few fundraising opportunities happening this week: Team Egypt is hosting a car wash this Saturday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Sterling Medical Clinic. They are offering an inside and outside wash. There is no set price but the team is accepting donations. Team Peru is auctioning off dinner with various professors from SC. The auction begins Monday and runs throughout next week. Team Ghana: If you need to do your laundry this weekend, do it at the Sterling Laundromat instead of the dorms. On Saturday 100% of the proceeds will go to the SC Ghana team.
Sophomore Emily Graham and freshmen Ryan Corwin and Melzora Towne have a practice debate round before a tournament. Photo courtesy Ken Troyer By TIM LUISI Staff Writer With only the district tournament and nationals left, the state tournament, held February 21 at Bethel College, marked one of the final events of the debate
and forensics season. Against schools from across Kansas including Kansas State University, Bethel College and Kansas Wesleyan, the team finished first overall in debate and third in forensics. Freshman Melzora
Towne, who finished third in dramatic interpretation, said it was unexpected and exhilarating. “When I placed third at state, my heart literally stopped,” Towne said, “I had not broken at four prior tournaments and I was getting really bummed, but working harder and putting myself out there, I finally achieved my goal.” With only one tournament left before nationals, the team is looking to qualify a few more members. Four members have qualified for the American Forensics Association national tournament: seniors JD Smith and Jana Miller, junior Lauren Rivard and sophomore Taylor Libby.
Entertainment Weekly: A Homework Alternative
By JOE DARDZINSKI Staff Writer/Cartoonist
Guys, idea for you and nothing
do you need an a date? Girls, do your friends have to do this week-
end? Then go and see He’s Just Not That Into You. I am not going to lie, I went to see this, rather begrudgingly, at the request of my girlfriend. I did not want to suffer through another chick flick, but I came out somewhat satisfied. I mean, it is no 10 Things I Hate About You, the end all be all of chick flicks that guys can enjoy, but the movie was actually fairly decent. I will tell you this: it was
light, funny and has some great insight into the wonderful messiness of relationships. The story revolves around nine people who traverse the struggles and difficulties of relationships. All of their lives interweave throughout the movie, leading to much drama and comedy. To be honest, the first half of the film made me feel like a total tool for being a guy. Most of the be-
ginning of the film deals with the idea that girls just don’t understand when a guy is just not that into her. Women don’t get that they are not the rule, but rather the exception to the rule and yet all of their friends encourage them to believe this even if it is not true. As the film progresses the story gets better and deals more with the characters rather then just bashing men as being shallow pigs. We discover that both
men and women lead to problems in relationships. Don’t be fooled though, this is clearly a movie for women, especially if you have ever been in an awful relationship. However, to all of the guys out there: don’t be dismayed if your girlfriend wants to go see this. It is actually quite entertaining and worth your time, and , above all else, going to see this will earn you major points with the girlfriend.
“In terms of nationals, I would like to have as many people qualify as possible,” debate and forensics coach Ken Troyer said. The AFA District Tournament in Norman, OK this coming weekend represents the last chance for individuals to qualify. After that, the only thing left on the schedule is the national tournament, which will be held the first weekend of April at the University of Akron in Akron, OH. “It’s a whole different world,” Troyer said. “To see all of the other talented people is a great experience, but, also I would like to see us advance to elimination rounds, or into the top 64.”
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SPORTS
WARRIOR BASKETBALL PREPARES FOR NATIONAL TOURNAMENTS
Warriors fall to Ottawa, Lady Warriors enter look forward to Branson nationals as runner-up By MICHAEL TALTON Staff Writer Over the past week, the Warriors competed in the KCAC tournament hosted here on Sterling turf. After thrashing the Bethany Swedes on Thursday, February 26 in an 83-70 victory, the Warriors took a tough loss to the Ottawa Braves in overtime, 78-84. “Foul trouble was a huge part of the game [against Ottawa],” head coach Dean Jaderston said. “I think that was the first game all year Jonathan [Woods] fouled out, and John Lee had 4 fouls as well.” Going into the first half, the Warriors were up by four points, 32-28, but the teams ended regulation play knotted at 68-points, showing both schools had come to play. “Fouling out in my last game at Sterling was hard to deal with at the time,” senior Jonathan Woods said. “Overall I think that the game could have gone Senior Jonathan Woods and freshman Randy July either way.” tag team underneath the net against St. Mary’s last Toward the end, it seemed Saturday. Photo by Matt Ehresman as if things weren’t going in the Warriors direction, and Jaderston was a terrific playoff game.” said there were several factors that conAt the end of the game, Jaderston said tributed to the loss. the size of Ottawa and their ability to “These types of games come down to shoot put them ahead. two things: making big shots and making “We really needed them to miss a stops,” Jaderston said. “Randy July made couple of shots, and unfortunately they a big shot to give us a one point lead, then didn’t,” Jaderston said. their freshman made a big 3 right after The Warriors are looking ahead and that and gave them the lead. We missed preparing for the NAIA National Tourthe next shot and had to start fouling. I nament in Branson, MO that will begin thought both teams played great and it on March 10.
By AMY WOODS Sports Editor Dreams of a double championship died hard as the clock wound down in a standing-room only gym Tuesday night. The Lady Warriors fell 61-70 to their co-champions, Kansas Wesleyan University. It was neck and neck the entire game. The Lady Warriors began to smell blood with a little under four minutes left in the first half. The girls then climbed to as much as a nine point lead just before the half. The Coyotes came out of the locker room with a vengeance, quickly taking the lead. While the Lady Warriors scraped back into the game, it would not be enough, and they fell by nine. Scoring was led by senior Ashley Kraft with 20 points and freshman Megan Patrick with 12 points. The loss, however, will not affect the team’s trip to nationals in Sioux City, Iowa next week. Sophomore Erica Herman takes it into the paint “We are excited about against Friends during the semifinals of the KCAC Sioux City,” head coach Lon- Tournament Saturday. Photo by Kelly Valentine nie Kruse said. “We have lots of experience plus several freshman who Friends University Saturday night. The have made big contributions. I feel that Falcons didn’t give the Lady Warriors that much trouble either, as the Lady Warriors we are a better team than last year.” In order to get to the championship trounced them, 87-49. Kraft came close to game Tuesday night, the Lady Warriors breaking a career high of 29 with 27 points. KCAC conference awards were given out first faced Bethel College last Thursday, beating them by nearly thirty, 80-56. Tuesday night, and honors to the Lady WarKraft led in scoring with 22 points, plus riors included Freshman of the Year Cathryn 11 boards. She was followed by Pat- Wiebe, two players grabbing a spot on the rick with 14 points. The Lady Warriors All Defensive Team, and five players makthen advanced to the semifinals against ing All Conference teams.
Baseball splits games with Northwestern OK State
Junior Brett Ormiston pitches against Park University February 27. The Warriors lost both games to Park, who was ranked 25th in the nation. SC was scheduled to play against York College February 28 but the games were cancelled due to weather. The team went 1-1 against Northwestern Oklahoma State March 2, which increased their record to 7-8 for the season. The Warriors will next face Oklahoma Wesleyan on Saturday. Photo by Katie Clark
Softball keeps swinging By BROOKE MINOR Staff Writer
Competing at Moore, OK against Hillside Baptist University, the Warrior softball team cleaned up with a 2-0 record. This gives the team a 3-3-2 record and sets the stage for the rest of their season. Head coach Hosea Bell said he felt the season was off to a good start and he was ready to see how the rest of the games played out. “I feel our strength for this season is having nine seniors,” Bell said, “but our weakness is trying to get everyone on the same page with the amount of time that we have.” Sophomore MacKenzie Stramel said she feels the team tends to lose communication throughout the game and this could possibly make or break the upcoming tournament
and the rest of the season. “We need to not get down on ourselves because that’s when we tend to lose our communication,” Stramel said. Coach Bell said he has many goals for the upcoming season, but his goals don’t just include being conference champions. “I want every girl that is a part of this program to enjoy playing the game of softball,” Bell said. Sophomore Jamie Barbosa said she also has high expectations for this year’s season, including winning games and working as a team. “I want our team to be a lot closer than we were last year,” Barbosa said, “and I believe we have already started making the steps towards accomplishing that.” The team travels to Wichita this weekend to compete at Friends University.
Indoor track wraps up, outdoor season shows promise By THOMAS CALVERT Staff Writer The SC Track team wrapped up their 2009 indoor season this past weekend. The final track meet of the season was held in Lincoln, NE at Nebraska Wesleyan University where Warrior track members competed against several NCAA Division I and III schools. Against this tough competition they had good showings
on both the men’s and woman’s sides. Some notable finishes for the Lady Warriors were sophomore Whitney Dautel, who won the 1600 meter race and finished second in the 800 with a solid time of 2:29. Sophomore Jessica Stuart also captured a win the open 400. On the men’s side, senior Josh Miller finished second in the weight throw and sophomore Tim Dinh had a solid showing both on the track and in the field.
Dinh finished second in the long jump and set a personal best in the 55 meter race with a time of 6.96. “I ran the way we were trained to run,” Dinh said. “We had a good week of training before the meet and it transferred over.” Like previous times have suggested, head coach Jack Dillard said the indoor season has only continued to prove how competitive SC will be when they begin to compete in the outdoor
season. “We have had seven guys go sub seven seconds in the 55 during the indoor season,” Dillard said. “That makes going into outdoor season very exciting knowing that we have the chance to not only have one relay that can make waves, but the chance to have two solid relays that could compete well at any meet.” While all the Warrior track members were working towards a national qualifying time, only
sophomore Chris Morr will represent SC at the Indoor Track National Competition in Johnson City, TN. Morr will be competing in the Men’s 55-meter hurdles. “Chris has worked hard this year and as set a goal of running in the finals,” Dillard said. The Warrior track and field team will begin the 2009 outdoor season one week from today at the Southwestern Invitational at Winfield.