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Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam | March 1, 2012 | Volume 94 Issue 5

Badgers baseball is staying above the .500 mark

By KieferGINGLES Sports Reporter

Despite a disappointing road trip to Franklin Springs, Ga., where the Badgers picked up only one of three games against Emmanuel College, they are ahead of the mark and have given Coach Frank Sims win number 700 in his Spring Hill College career.

Sims’s landmark victory came on Tuesday, Feb. 21 in the first game of a doubleheader against Tougaloo College. Sims, who holds the Badger record for career coaching wins, now holds a record of 702-716-3 at Spring Hill and an overall collegiate record of 738-726-3, which ranks him at No. 15 on the list of career wins for active NAIA head coaches.

Also notable in the victories were multiple firsts. Freshman Daniel Pitfield pitched see BASEBALL on page 14

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RAD empowers female students

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Immersion brings Spontaneous clay Softball team defeats Tornadoes new perspective works on Lent

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3/1/12

Daniel Garcia’s film: Pescadora

Two showings of Daniel Garcia’s film will be shown at 12:10 and 12:55 p.m. in the Student Center, Leblanc C. Followed by: Q&A on Merging Scholarship and Film Production in Higher Education All Faculty, Students and Staff are invited to attend.

3/1/12

Sophomore Cold Snap “Chill Pill”

Sophomores, come out and socialize with your classmates and class representatives on the patio by McKinneys at 12:15 p.m. for free Cold Snap frozen yogurt! It will be first come, first served! Hope to see you there!

3/1/12

Project Linus

Hillianstaff EDITOR(s) AllisonPATRICK KatelynGARDNER

March 1, 2012

The Ladies’ Auxiliary is holding their 3rd annual make-a-blanket day from 2-6 p.m. in LeBlanc A & B. All blankets will be donated to area children in need.

For more information contact Hannah Zimmerman.

NEWS editor CoraALLEN LIFESTYLE reporter(s) AliciaCANDELA BrandyJONES SPORTS editor MattLaBORDE SPORTS reporter KieferGINGLES CARTOONIST EfrenFLORES

3/4/12

Zumbathon

The event is free and open to all students sponsored by the Students for Life organization.

It will be held on Sunday from 3-5 p.m. in the Arthur R. Outlaw Center. Donations will be accepted at the door, raising money for 2B Choices for Women of Mobile and there will be a table in the Cafeteria this Friday. Zumba bracelets will be given out at the table and at the event.

3/6/12

SHC’s Best Dance Crew

Residents Hall Association is hosting SHC’s Best Dance Crew on Thursday, March 6 at 9:15 p.m. in the Arlene Mitchell Theatre. Grab some friends and pick a crew. Sign ups continue through Feb. 24.

The entrance fee is $4.

3/9/12

A Day of Films

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Sophomore Alex Summers comes up to bat for Spring Hill College’s baseball team in the game against the Privateers on Tuesday night.

Badgers won 14-6, defeating the University of New Orleans in a nonconference contest at Maestri Field.

Photo provided by Jim Stennett

Two films will be shown in the LeBlanc Room, Student Center from 2-5 p.m.

“Comfort Foods” an original short drama film about a baker turned serial killer by Keli Mazza and “Game of Minutes” an original documentary on two players from the Spring Hill College Men’s Basketball Team by Rico Dread will be shown.

Feel free to provide the students with feedback on what you think and enjoy some snacks. Invite your friends.

If you are unable to make it the films will be available later on Youtube for everyone to check out and comment on.

3/17/12 MS Walk

Please join us as a community to support MS Walk.

Sign up/ Student Center Information Desk Donation, $10 includes t-shirt and donation to Multiple Sclerosis.

3/21/12

Housing Forms Due Housing Contract is due on Wednesday the 21st which includes a $150 commitment deposit.

Students must registered as full-time with 12 credit hours for Fall 2012 by March 23.

March 26 will commence round 1: Fairway’s & Skip’s Place Aprill 11 will start round 2: 1-Person Housing & 4-person Housing April 16 will be the 2-Person Housing due date.

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Invisible Children comes to Spring Hill

By KatelynGARDENER

Photo by AliciaCANDELA

Freshman Bre Vaughn lounges in her makeshift home for the night.

Homeless for a cause

By AliciaCANDELA Lifestyles Reporter

On the night of Friday, Feb. 24, students from the learning communities in Viragh Hall decided to trade in their comfortable dorm rooms for cardboard boxes and spend the night outside in their new homes to raise awareness for the homeless.

The idea behind the “Common Grounds” program is to make students aware of what the homeless encounter every day.

Students who participate in the event have to sleep in boxes and call it their “home” for the night.

During the night, most students were creative while constructing their homes; joining boxes together and putting trash bags over them to keep out some of the cold air.

Some participants from last year, like sophomore Emily Flanders, decided to embrace the cold and partake in the event yet again. “I did this last year. It was a cool experience and I wanted to enlighten the experience,” said Flanders.

Others, like freshmen Kelsey Johnson and Bre Vaughn, were experiencing the program for the first time and had high expecta-

tions going into the event: “I expected to experience the realities that homeless people suffer and get a feel of what the homeless people go through,” said Johnson. On the other hand, freshman Bre Vaughn was eager for the event and viewed it more as a personal challenge: “It was a challenge that I was really looking forward to.”

One of the students responsible for “Common Grounds” being possible this year was Katie Nores. While talking to Nores, she expressed her expectations of the event and shared some of challenges that faced the organization of the event.

“This is the second year that we have done this. It is hosted by the learning communities every year. It was colder this year but we battled the cold and had a good turnout. Everyone was given cardboard boxes and tape, that’s it. The tricky part was putting their houses together,” said Nores. This goal of the experience was to have a positive impact on the students and bring awareness to the participants about what some people suffer through daily.

in the world than what we can see,” stated Franco.

The Invisible Children documentary was started by a film crew who journeyed to Africa and discovered a long-running war that involved the victimization of children who are also used as weapons. According to invisiblechildren.com, the producers of the documentary are focused on the “long-term goals

money for the children. Revuelta stated, “Since they are a The Invisible Children docnon-profit and they run off of umentary, “Sunday: The Story outside donations and volunteer of a Displaced Child,” was help, Chrissy and I felt the need shown on Thursday at 6 p.m. in to center our seminar on InvisLeBlanc A & B during the Dinible Children.” Franco was also ner for a Cause event. deeply touched by the work of The documentary tells the the Invisible Children film crew. story of children who are be“When I became aware of what ing persecuted in Uganda, Afwas going on in Africa my heart rica. Tickets were $5 at the door broke for the people. They have which included a been and are sit-down dinner still suffering and participain a way that I tion in a raffle. can never really The event had understand, but 20 participants, I knew I had to raising $100 for do something the Invisible Chilto help anydren Foundation. way I could,” Seniors Chrissy stated Franco.

Franco and JesFranco was sica Revuelta orfirst exposed to ganized the event the documenfor their senior tary as a high seminar projects. Photo by KeliMAZZA school student.

Franco and Revuelta and Franco present the film “Invisible Children” to students.

“The faces I saw Revuelta, both intein their original grated communicafilm were burnt tions majors, showed the docu- that enable children to take re- into my mind and their story mentary with the goal that the sponsibility for their futures and weighed heavy on my heart. participants would walk away the futures of their countries.” Therefore, through the years I with a different outlook on their The program addresses the need have continued to support them own lives. “The main goal for for quality education, mentor- in any way possible. When I our event was to raise awareness ships, the redevelopment of started planning a seminar event about the current situation in schools, and financial stability in it was never a question as to what Uganda and to get students to Africa. organization it should benefit,” want to attend the Invisible ChilInvisible Children was first stated Franco. dren screening in March,” stated filmed in 2003 and provides The documentary as well as Revuelta. “Out of the 20 people funding as well as aid to the other information on the Invisthat came, I feel that they really children affected in Africa. Re- ible Children can be found on found a deeper understanding vuelta’s objective for the event their website at invisiblechildren. about the situation and how im- was to spread the news of the com. To join the petition log on portant it is to understand that on-going war and help raise and sign up online. there is so much more going on Co-Editor

The candidates running for the 2012-2013 SGA President/Vice President positions are:

Jacob Taylor and Joshua Taylor Gabriel Wagner and Payton Tanner Voting will begin on Wednesday, March 7 through e-mail notifications.

For more information, contact Student Affairs.

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RAD teaches life-preserving defense techniques to students

The class teaches the students about the four risks of personal safety; risk awarness, risk reduction, risk recognition and risk avoidance.

By BrandyJONES Lifestyles Reporter

Rape Aggression Defense students applied their defensive techniques taught by the RAD instructors on Thursday, Feb. 23 in the Gautrelet room at Spring Hill College.

According to RAD instructor and Public Safety officer, Laury Rowland, RAD is divided into three sessions. The first session teaches the students thorough awareness education; how to not become a victim. The second session teaches the students what to do if they find themselves in a situation where their life is in jeopardy. The third session allows the students to showcase their skills in a handson simulation with a RAD aggressor, Spring Hill’s own Director of Public Safety Todd Warren. “I feel like the teachings are helpful and even if you don’t do them properly, they’ll still be effective,” said sophomore Samantha Samry.

According to the risk pamphlet handed out on the first day of class, there is a victimization triangle with the assailant on one side and the victim on the other.

Between the two, there is a wide expanse of opportunity and with risk awareness and reduction one can remove the foundation of that opportunity. “Being aware of one’s risks and knowing how to recognize those risks is 90 percent of self defense education. The other 10 percent is the actual physical training,” said Rowland.

According to the pamphlet, there are five areas where the risk of an attack can be reduced. The first area is the home. A proactive approach to reducing the risk in a home is achieved by checking the drapes, shrubs, locks, windows and having outdoor lighting. One can also reduce risk by

giving the spare key to a trusted friend or neighbor and verifying a visitor through the peephole before opening the door.

Another area to reduce risk is out on the street. One can reduce the risk of an attack by having a cell phone with a full charge. Leaving a light on in the home and getting to know one’s neighbors are also possible preventive measures. In addition, always be cautious when returning home and make sure nothing looks suspicious before entering.

A vehicle is another place that can be proactively protected against risk. Before entering one’s vehicle, a visual scan of the backseat and around the car can help to determine whether it is safe to enter. Also, keys should always be in hand while approaching the vehicle. Once inside, lock all the doors and keep the windows rolled up as far as the weather permits.

Public transportation and dating are other areas that one can be proactive in risk reduction. Having the phone number of the person you are dating can serve to be helpful. According to the pamphlet, “The use of cell phones and work numbers is also wise.” When making plans to go out, one should consider

meeting their date at a public location. Before going out on a date, one should let a friend know whom they are going out with and where they are going.

According to the pam-

a woman who is attacked. RAD advocates techniques that can be realistically employed by anyone, no matter their size, physical status or age. “It really gives you a sense of empowerment,” said

drugs used in date rape and how to possibly recognize them. Students learn about GHB, Rohypnol and several other commonly used drugs. The University of South Alabama has been passing out coasters to help women test their drinks for drugs. According to WKRG.com, it only takes one drop of the drink to know if the drink has been contaminated. According to Warren, he has been looking into bringing the coaster program to Spring Hill.

The RAD classes are held in three sessions each month.

On Thursday, the final day of the February session, the RAD students applied their techniques that RAD taught them on their aggressor. “I felt super confident and empowered after the class finished. I recommend it to every woman on campus; faculty, staff, and Spring Hill College students,” said one RAD student. “RAD is a great confidence booster. I feel like a power ranger,” said Christie Alonso.

According to Rowland, the RAD objective is to develop and Photo by BrandyJONES Students in the RAD class get a chance to practice defense techniques in protective gear enhance the options of self defense, so they may become viable phlet, RAD system’s objective is Rowland. to a woman who is attacked. to develop and enhance the opIn addition to self defense tions of self defense, so they may techniques, the RAD class inbecome viable considerations to forms students about the many

Get the facts: Rohypnol, the date rape drug • Rohypnol: more commonly known as “roopies”, “Roofies”, or“Circles.”

• has physiological effects similar to Valium (diazepam), but is approximately ten times more potent • The combination of alcohol and Rohypnol is particularly hazardous; it is commonly reported that people who become intoxicated on a combination of the two have “blackouts” lasting 8 to 24 hours following ingestion • Losing social inhibitions is another widely reported effect of Rohypnol, when taken alone or in combination with alcohol • Rohypnol tablets are white with a score on one side and the word “ROCHE,” paired with an encircled one or two (depending on the dosage), on the other and they are sold in pre-sealed bubble packs.

• Rohypnol can be dissolved in a drink and is undetectable, which makes it a big part of what makes it appealing to criminals looking to drug unsuspecting victims.

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Adverse effects of Rohypnol use include decreased blood pressure, memory impairment, drowsiness, visual disturbances, dizziness, confusion, gastrointestinal disturbances and urinary retention. Roofies may have a bitter taste when dissolved in alcohol; be alert to a strange taste in your drink. When placed in a light-colored drink, the newer roofies will turn the beverage blue If you suddenly feel unusually drunk after just a small amount of alcohol, quickly ask for help (preferably not from the strange man next to you at the bar who may have given you the roofie) - you might have just a few minutes of alert behavior left to you

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Student receives scholarship to study in China

By CoraALLEN News Editor

Photo by JenniferSANDERS Junior Ashley Sanders poses for a photo

A Spring Hill College Junior, Ashley Sanders, will be making a journey across the world to spend a semester in China next fall. Ashley has been awarded a scholarship of $20,000 to spend her fall semester completely immersed in a foreign culture. She will be spending almost five months living in China’s politi-

apply them to real life experienc- Studies. The program is affiliatcal and cultural center, Beijing.

In a time when the country is es,” said Sanders. Like the rest of ed with Loyola University Chiundergoing rapid economic, po- the world, Sanders has taken no- cago and boasts that its intense litical and social change, Ashley tice of China’s growth and what language and core curriculum, will be able to experience coupled with a cultural “In the case of China, its economic success the odd juxtaposition of immersion aspect, will old and new in one of the has increased its role and presence through- allow the students to oldest cities in the world. out the world. As a result, it is vital for us to “truly understand and Sanders has not had be able to effectively communicate with the make sense of the much experience outside complexities of ChiChinese and to understand the factors that of the United States, and na.” Sanders said that are influencing their decisions,” when she noticed that a she has intentions to scholarship was being oflearn beyond the classfered to study in China, she ea- that means to the United States, room. “I hope to gain insight to gerly seized the opportunity to and the balance of power for the the way that life is lived in anbroaden her horizons. She said, world as a whole. “In the case other part of the world. After “I have spent my whole life learn- of China, its economic success spending four months in China ing about what is going on in the has increased its role and pres- I would like to have learned world around me, but have never ence throughout the world. As a things about China that could had the opportunity to experi- result, it is vital for us to be able not be learned from textbooks,” ence it firsthand.” She also hopes to effectively communicate with said Sanders. Ashley will be takto be able to apply her studies to the Chinese and to understand ing classes that focus on U.S. her travels. “As an international the factors that are influencing and Chinese relations, Chinese studies major I see this as an oc- their decisions,” said Sanders. economics, and politics. To live casion to further develop what Sanders will participate in up to the idea of immersing stuI have learned in my classes and the Beijing Center for Chinese dents in the culture, she will also

be taking classes in Mandarin and Martial Arts. The program offers excursions to other areas of China such as a six day excursion exploring the “Silk Road,” which is the ancient trade route between Europe and China. In the experience, students can spend time with Tibetan Monks, ride camels through the desert, and camp overnight with Kazak nomads.

Ashley will be traveling alone, but she hopes to make friends upon her arrival. She has already experienced a bit of culture shock when she moved from New York to Alabama, and is staying positive about the notion of homesickness. “Although the culture will be very different, it is something that I am looking forward to rather than being apprehensive about,” Sanders said.

SHC students take home design honors: Two gold, two silver Mobile, Ala.-Three Spring Hill College students won two Gold and two Silver awards in this year’s annual Mobile Bay American Advertising Federation (AAF) design competition.

The Gold winners have the op-

portunity to move on to district and, ultimately, national awards.

Spring Hill College graphic design students have been regularly winning student ADDYS since 2005. Three design professionals outside the Mobile area

judge the contest. The students were honored at an awards luncheon on February 16 at Heron Lakes Country Club. The awards were: Gold ADDY: to Katherine Hedrick, a senior from New Orleans, Louisiana for her senior illustration, “Teeny’s Big Sneeze,” a children’s book.

Gold ADDY: to Jessie Sumpter, a senior from Abita Springs, Louisiana for her newspaper advertising campaign developed for the Friends of the Spring Hill College Library Book Nook. Sumpter also received a Silver ADDY for her work in typography Silver ADDY: to Abbey Roam, a junior from Lebanon, Missouri for her illustra-

Photo by SuzieSUMPTER

From left to right Abbey Roam, Jessie Sumpter, Katie Hedrick, and Professor Richards

tion, “It’s Okay to go to Sleep,” a children’s book.

Katherine Hedrick attributes some of the success to her professor, Janden Richards saying: “It’s her teaching, encouragement, and constant ability to always be looking out for her students futures that allows us

to reach the heights we do.”

Jessie Sumpter agrees, stating: “Janden Richards has been such an inspiration the past four years. I have learned so much from her. I know I would not be where I am today without her.”

OPINION | 6 Difference between needs and wants March 1, 2012

Years Revolution. It is time to stop asking, “what should I give up for Lent?,” and start creating a simple life for yourself, by eliminating all the chaos that interferes with what matters the most. How about this season, we Catholics give up something that someone in another country does not have.

Just coming back from the poorest country in Central America, Nicaragua, has opened my eyes on a new prospective

By AllisonPATRICK for this Lenten season. We all Co-Editor should let go of the things that For the Lenten season peo- do not have a great deal of value ple give up junk food, TV, and in our lives. smoking to promote their health The natives of Nicaragua in a positive way, but did you that live in the poorest of neighnot just do that for your New borhoods have houses made out

of steel sheets, that someone else has tossed out. Even so, some women have to walk many blocks just to go to the restroom. Yes, these are horrible living conditions compared to the living we experience in America, but the natives of Nicaragua never complain.

So instead of promoting your health, maybe you can sacrifice taking hot showers, donate the money that you waste for a gym membership (that you have not worked out at in months) to a cause that matters, or stop driving to every single location.

What about being thankful for the food that the cafeteria worker’s provide on a daily basis or donating some clothes that have

been sitting in your closet for a while.

I know I am guilty of these things. Sometimes, I wake up and forget how blessed I am to have clean clothes, a roof over my head or even shoes to walk around campus in. I have two loving parents and a family that supports me while citizens in third world countries barely even have two surviving parents.

Nutrition, health care and clean living environments are things that these countries are unable to provide.

After coming back from Nicaragua, I asked myself, “do I really need all of this?” This year for Lent, I plan to drive less and walk more, especially on

campus. After my experience in Nicaragua, I also realize that just because I want something like a new dress or a new pair of shoes, doesn’t necessarily mean that I need it. So, I plan to limit my shopping to only things I truly need. The food we have in America is definitely a luxury.

There are many opportunities to eat whatever we want for every meal. I plan to not eat out during this Lenten season as a sacrifice for those who do not or cannot afford this luxury. I realize that sometimes we do take what we have for granted. We all need to experience a little bit of “doing without” sometimes to learn to appreciate the many blessings we have.

Consumers forced to pay up at the pump

By KatelynGARDNER Co-Editor

Majority of the population uses gasoline in some way, but most pay the price without further question. Why have gas prices gone up? Well, the simplest answer is oil supply has gone down.

Freedom has always been one of America’s top priorities, yet all I feel when I hit the gas pump is slavery. I am bound by a number, by a car and by the gas it runs on. Of course you are probably asking yourself, why

doesn’t she just buy a car that is fuel-efficient or runs off electricity. Well, I am not financially able to handle the shocking sticker prices of those vehicles, just like the many drivers that are held hostage at the gas pump.

So, how do we survive the gas guzzling prices? Change.

With gas prices rising to a hefty $5 per gallon in some states, people are changing the way they spend their money.

Cutting back in order to survive the inflation seems like the best bet for most. Unlike expensive food or clothing, gas is a necessity, not an option, making the rise a sizable burden for the average American driver.

It’s crazy to look back and see that almost 60 years ago, gas prices were over $3 cheaper than they are today. According to cnn.com, gas prices in the 1950s were approximately 27 cents per gallon. Today, 27 cents can’t even buy you a postage stamp. Since prices have risen so drastically in

the past 60 years, it makes you wonder what gas prices will be for the children of the future.

To me, $20 per gallon seems like a large sum that most people will not be willing to spend. Fortunately, cars can now run without the assistance of gas, and in a world where gas is a limited resource, our reliance on gas needs to come to a halt sooner rather than later.

With the recent price increase, it seems as if companies are taking advantage of the fact that people rely on gas for transportation to work, school and even leisure activities. Consequently, family vacations have been on a downward spiral for a while. Even holidays are becoming less family oriented, with students and distant family members staying behind to save cash.

As a student, the rise in gas prices has been most noticeable during the past year. Since finances are already low, we are

forced to restrict where and how our money is spent.

Excessive trips to the cafeteria will soon replace weekend beach trips; late-night food runs may soon become less frequent; and future students can forget about commuting to college from a different state which will force families to spend more money on room and board as well as frivolous on-campus expenses.

With the prices steadily increasing, what else can we expect to see? Well, with the presidential elections in November, Americans may be faced with enormous financial struggles.

From taxes to inflation, our economy is bound to face some changes. Since our national debt has risen to almost $15.5 trillion, the only way to survive this economic struggle will be to make personal changes like buying cars that don’t use as much gas or rely solely on electricity.

Our nation has acquired so

much excess debt that it is hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Even though gas prices affect the individual, it is us, as individuals, who make up the nation’s welfare. I feel that we should have the right to petition the government and be heard by Congress. It is definitely time for some type of change. Whether the change comes financially, socially or politically, our new president will have some big problems to fix.

With the chains of enslavement to the gas pump tightening, Americans will either be forced to question authority or submit to the expenses. Either way, money remains an issue on the national level as well as a personal level for most people. Still, our country is making promises that seem to contradict the reality of our situation. It is obvious that freedom is not found at the gas pumps, nor behind the voting curtain, but in the decisions we make every day.

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Stop spending our tax money on uncertain ventures

By BrandyJONES Life Style Reporter

Recently in the Press Register there was an article on the possible raising of the sales tax in Mobile by one percent. The article said that Mayor Sam

Jones has come up with three ways to handle the $14 million budget issue. One, they can cut city employees pay by 10 percent. Two, they can start charging residents of Mobile county a garbage fee and three, they can raise the sales tax by one percent.

One percent might not seem like a big deal at first. But think about it this way, the minimum wage in Mobile as of right now is $7.25 an hour. Even at 40 plus hours a week a ten cents on the dollar sales tax takes a large chunk out of a paycheck. Add that ten cents to the $40 or $50 we pay for gas prices, plus the already elevated food prices

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and you have maybe a few cents left out of a paycheck. Adding that extra one cent to the sales tax without raising the minimum wage is going to further stretch out the pocket books of residents of the county.

So here is the question.

How much can an already stressed pocket book stretch until it breaks? Speaking as one of those individuals who works for minimum wage and has bills to pay, plus tuition, the answer is clear, not much.

In my opinion there should not be a raise in sales tax, there should be a cut in spending.

For instance the fire works display on New Years alone,

before the moon pie drop. Cost over $27,500 annually. And how did they entire New Years celebration cost our fellow tax payers? $123,000. That sort of money adds up.

Here is the deal. We expect, as tax payers, a certain amount of entertainment and through that entertainment comes new revenue.

But spending excessive sums of money on something like the moon-pie drop, does not exactly add too many dollars to Mobile’s pocket book. Instead, it provides Mobile with frivolous expenditures that are unnecessary and unwanted.

Better. Did you know that

it was tax payers money that pays for representatives of the state to travel over seas to bring business ventures Mobile’s way?

Business ventures that may or may not come to Mobile. Such as Airbus. Tax money, our money, pays for the five star restaurants and hotels. It pays for the airfare. There are better places that, the money could go. In my opinion, less money could be spent on uncertain business ventures and instead spent on areas that desperately need it.

Mobile is a beautiful city; it has a lot of character and charm.

Our money should be spent maintaining it.

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Life on the Hill

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Photo by: AllisonPATRICK

Photos by BrandyJONES

Top: Dr. Wilson and Associate Bottom right: Sophomore Dean of Students Margarita Perez join students during their Immersion trip in Nicaragua on top of a volcano.

Christie Alonso defends herself against her aggressor in the Rape Aggression Defence class on Thursday night.

Bottom left: Sophomore Taryn Nash studies in Java City, a hangout that most students take advantage of during midterm week.

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Photo by KieferGINGLES

| LIFE STYLE

Photo by BrandyJONES

Diversity on The Hill Top Left: Senior Hannah Favier examines the Chuck Solberg wood fired ceramic piece displayed at the Eichold Gallery.

Top Right: Kelly Fox gets her caffeine fix while studying in Burke Library.

Bottom: The El Salvador immersion group tours the Mayan Ruins. Faculty advisors Rev. Baylon, S.J. , and Dodie Ward led a group of nine students during their trip.

Photo by EmilyKING

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Chuck Solberg’s show is officially open

By KieferGINGLES Sports Reporter

“another goal is to have each ly wood firing his pieces utilizes piece demonstrate a clear and the randomness of the flames true connection to the hand. to give each one a unique look.

Chuck Solberg visited Each piece is a unique, one of Spring Hill College’s Eichold a kind vessel designed and conGallery Thursday, Feb. 23 to structed by me. The vessels are speak at the opening of his show handmade; they are not from a that will be on display through mold, machine, or an apprenthe beginning of March. tice.”

Solberg’s work is truly a sight Solberg has come a long to see as dozens of his vessels, way from driving trucks for a mostly wood-fired, are displayed living, but he is thankful for in the gallery. His body of work his past because it gave him the is unique and exceptional yet opportunity to become the artplays within the restraints of ist he is today. He started out formality. making functional dinnerware In Solberg’s artist statement pieces, but under the guidance on his website, solbergpottery. and inspiration of renowned com, he explains the goals of his artist, Peter Voulkos, Solberg’s work: “My goal is to retain and work eventually shifted to the accent the inherent spontaneity style that has gained him fame and raw beauty of wet clay in the today.

Photo by KieferGINGLES finished pieces,” he continues, Solberg’s technique of most-

Unlike most ceramists, most of his pieces go unglazed. Instead, he experiments with different elements in the wood-firing process like salt and fruit peels.

“Putting glazes on clay is like putting clothes on women; I just want the women naked,” said Solberg jokingly.

After looking through the exhibit and hearing Solberg speak, Pieter Favier’s teacher assistant Deven Arnold said, “This really makes me want to experiment with wood firing.

Even though his work is much different from mine, everything you look at informs you. The way he uses the wheel to make different parts is cool and different.”

“Solberg’s work is amazing.

I think this is one of the best

shows I’ve ever seen at Spring Hill. Each piece is unique yet similar. They look spontaneous but at the same time they are so elegant,” said senior Hannah Favier.

The show will be up in Spring Hill’s Eichold Gallery for a couple weeks and everyone is encouraged to stop by and take a look. In addition, Solberg will be returning to the campus on Thursday, March 19 and he will be throwing in the school’s ceramics classroom. The subsequent Friday and Saturday, Solberg is holding a workshop that is open to the public and students. If anyone has questions concerning the event, please contact Wanda Sullivan at (251) 380-3863 or Pieter Favier at pfavier@shc.edu.

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Alum succeeds in music industry of The Mobile Press Register,

By CoraALLEN Sense Magazine, the Lagniappe, News Editor and our very own SpringHillian.

Spring Hill College alumnus, Chavez added that they are alRyan Chavez from Dallas, Texas, ways looking for new stories. To has made his way into the mu- contact Tripp with submissions, sic industry. Chavez has created email him at greenberry@fishFishbowl Records, a label which bowlrecords.net. has a large focus on blogging and One may assume that there music reviews. are a number of perks associChavez built the label from ated with Chavez’s line of work, the ground up since his gradua- and while it has been very time tion from Spring Hill in 2010. consuming and exhausting, Ryan He says that he didn’t always does appreciate the perks. He know that he wanted to go into says that he loves the interesting the music industry, but he has people he gets to meet and the always known that he wanted to life stories of different artists. work in a “startup” environment.

When asked about the best Even in very rough economic show he’s been to recently he times, Fishbowl is already a prof- stated, “Some great shows I’ve itable business that is continuing seen are Alabama Shakes, The to grow.

Kills, Cage the Elephant, Lupe However, the work certainly Fiasco, The Raconteurs, and Soul isn’t done. In asking Chavez what Rebels Brass Band. I live in New the hardest part about the pro- Orleans so there is always great cess has been so far, he replied music.” Chavez says he is excited that getting someone’s attention about some new artists emerging is the most difficult task: “Driv- on the scene as well: “There’s an ing that traffic and getting that awesome band I’ve been followattention, that’s been the hardest ing for a couple of years, The part. The web is so saturated, it’s Kingston Springs. Stay tuned for difficult to direct people to our some exclusive content in the upwebsite. If they do know about coming months including Rich it, why will they spend time on Aucoin and Colorfeels. There’s our site versus another website? many cool stuff going on in the Once they are at our site, how do music world right now.” we keep them there?”

When reflecting on his sucTo solve this problem, cess, Chavez remarked, “everyChavez began to focus on using one, even my current business music reviews and features to get partners, thought that I was crathe site the “traffic” that it needed zy.” Creating a profitable busito gain exposure. “It’s our goal to ness in the music industry is no develop a platform that serves as easy feat. He does however credit a highly relevant and high qual- some of his success to his Spring ity multimedia experience for Hill education: “Spring Hill gave users. Once we’ve reached our me a great foundation. Many of goals in terms of traffic to the the teachers there are incredible site, we will have the leverage we resources; Dr. James Larriviere, need to sign artists to the label in Dr. Andrew Grinstead, Dr. Stesomewhat of a more traditional ven Wilson, etc. I’m very fortusense,” said Chavez. To reach this nate to have spent time with each goal, he has hired fellow Badger of them.” graduate, Greenberry “Tripp” Go to www.fishbowlrecords.

Taylor, as Fishbowls music edi- net, and “like” Fishbowl Records tor. Taylor offers a very enter- on Facebook to check out what taining and enlightened writing Ryan has been doing and to supstyle which has graced the pages port a fellow Badger.

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Oscars take center stage

By AliciaCANDELA Lifestyle Reporter

The 84th Academy Awards show premiered on Sunday Feb. 26, 2012, hosted this year by Billy Crystal.

The Oscars are always an event that is anticipated by moviegoers across the globe. Seeing all the movie stars on the red carpet, hearing the awards speeches, and of course seeing what the stars are wearing is always something to look forward to each year. Something that is anticipated overall is what movie is going to get an award or who will win best actress or actor of the year.

This year, the winner for best actress is Meryl Streep, thanks to her movie “The Iron Lady.” Actor Colin Firth spoke on Streep’s behalf saying that in every role she plays, Streep always gets better. While accepting the award, Streep gave an emotional speech sharing her thanks for the award and thanking her loved ones.

At one point during the Oscar’s, Kermit and Ms. Piggy made a special appearance and brought laughter to the crowd by introducing the Cirque du Soleil act. Cirque du Soleil wowed the audience with their acrobatic moves, all to the rhythm of the music by Danny Elfman.

While presenting the foreign movie award, actress Sandra Bullock presented the award while speaking Mandarin Chinese.

Accepting her first Academy Award this year in the category of best supporting actress was actress Octavia Spencer who is known for her appearance in the most recent movie “The Help.”

While accepting her award, Spencer was so moved and overcome with emotion that it was hard at first to say anything.

Accepting the award for best supporting actor this year was Christopher Plummer who played in the movie “Beginners.” The Oscar’s are looked upon as a tradition and is something that moviegoers look forward to every year.

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Top YouTube videos YouTube celebrities seem to turn up on the Internet by the hour. With these celebrity superstars, you will be laughing for hours, that is, if you aren’t scratching your head from confusion. From talking shells to leprechauns in trees, the following videos are some of the staff ’s favorite picks, old and new.

Marcel the Shell

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The tiny shell with two feet and one eye is SNL-actress and comedian Jenny Slate and her fiancé Dean Fleischer-Camp’s creation.

Marcel discusses the reality of being a shell, including sleeping on a piece of bread, wearing hats made from lentils, and the dangers of holding balloons.

Jenna Marbles Also known as Jenna Mourey, this YouTube celebrity, comedian and go-go dancer came to fame after starring in a viral video during the summer of 2010. Some of her famous videos such as “How to Avoid Talking to People” and “What Girls do on the Internet” show Mourey’s sarcasm, wit and overall outlandish personality.

Drinking out of cups

A viral video featuring a standoffish lizard ranting aimlessly in a thick Long Island accent.

The title stems from one of many memorable quotes in the video (which can be heard at 1:00). Since debuting on YouTube in 2006, the CGI reptile monologue has spawned a series of parodies and response videos on the web.

David at the Dentist More than 57 million people have seen 7-yearold David DeVore’s backseat trip from the dentist’s office after oral surgery. The medication seems to have left David in a higher state of consciousness: he spouts lines like “You have four eyes” and “Is this gonna be forever?”

Leprechaun Sighting The local NBC-15 station devoted a twominute segment to covering an excited crowd massed in hopes of seeing a leprechaun rumored to be hiding in the treeline, one who emerges only when you shine a light on him.

Strange enough? Wait for the laughably bad amateur sketch and the man wearing a special suit to “ward off spells.”

March 1, 2012

Theologian for Congress

By BrandyJONES Lifestyle Reporter

The eternal optimist. He is one of the first faces new freshmen at Spring Hill College see as part of their core curriculum.

A short-bald man with a readymade smile and a youthful-infectious energy. He is John Switzer, a theology professor at Spring Hill College. As one speaks with him they get the feeling that when it comes to learning, Switzer has an insatiable thirst.

Switzer began teaching at Spring Hill College as an adjunct for Father Viscardi in 2003. In 2006, he began teaching fulltime at the college.

Switzer is a lifetime student of Theology. “I love Theology.

We humans are meaning makers, we want to know what life’s purpose is. Theology is a wonderful way to get inside people’s minds and figure out what they think about life and why they are here,” said Switzer, his hands almost as expressive as his face as he talks about his life’s passion.

For him, Theology is a way to experience the resurrected Jesus. “My way of celebrating faith is by studying and teaching Theology,” said Switzer. Switzer laughs as he tries to tick off the number of years that he has studied Theology on his fingers.

“I have studied Theology my whole life. I am still studying it every chance I get. I am always pulling a new book out and trying to learn something new,” Switzer said.

Switzer is an avid constitutional conservative. A fact that is obvious once one pays a visit to his office and notices the picture of the Gadsden Flag, a rattle snake coiled up with the words “Don’t Tread On Me” written above it on his door. He also has

that flag as a pin attached to his shirt collar. He is very active in politics and even has own blog at thelibertyprofessor.com, where the words “Because a great nation is a terrible thing to waste” greet the viewer beneath the title.

“I pride myself on trying, I do not always succeed, to be a good example of dialogue. I don’t think there is anything wrong with having strong convictions.

And I don’t think there is anything wrong with arguing vehemently for your opinion. But I do think it is wrong when we demonize each other in politics and in religion,” said Switzer.

Switzer has run for the Biloxi City council on the Democratic ticket in Biloxi, Miss. He lost by six votes. Switzer left the Democratic Party when Bill Clinton was nominated because he had heard what Clinton had done to women and minorities in Arkansas. After leaving the Democratic Party he became a Republican under George Bush, but soon left due to Bush’s spending habits, and the fact that Bush was growing the government too big.

After leaving the Republican Party he joined the Libertarian Party and decided to explore running for Congress. Switzer knew that he could not win an election in Mississippi on the Libertarian ticket, not for Congress anyway. So, he returned to the Republican Party. He later decided not to run. “I decided to stay to see if I couldn’t encourage people to understand the constitution better and to run the country the way the constitution says it should be run,” said Switzer. He didn’t run for Congress because he feared that it would interfere with his first love, teaching.

Switzer is also known for his

love of etymology or the study of the origin of words. This particular love has been known to crop up on tests as well as his other love of hermeneutics or the study of the theory and practice of interpretation. Switzer has been known to greet his class with, “Good morning my fellow hermeneutics.” Switzer said he first became interested in interpretation and the origins of words when he was in college.

When he was trying to remember the words, he realized that if he cracked them open and discovered their meaning then it was easier to remember.

“I have many faults, but I never want to be accused of being intentionally unkind to people.

That is not my goal. Sometimes when you are direct with people, they will accuse you of being unkind. But I think you can be very kind to people sometimes by being direct and honest,” said Switzer his tone serious. He then stops and laughs. “But people don’t always like that,” Switzer said unable to keep from smiling. Switzer has always been inclined to optimism. He has had moments where he wonders why he works so hard and feels like he hasn’t gotten very far. “But they don’t usually last very long. And being an extrovert the way I get over that is Patsy, my wife, and I go to dinner,” said Switzer.

Switzer has recently been given a tenure. “I think the thing that touches me most about it is that it is a vote of confidence by my fellow faculty members,” said Switzer. Switzer said that to be given a tenure is like having the faculty members of his division say that they think he is doing a good job teaching and that they believe in him and are committing to him for the long haul.

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By MariahHOLLIDAY Contributor

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How does a 25 year old manage being a full-time student, parent, wife, and basketball player? “Prayer,” says April Bradford.

April’s journey is one that has been filled with its ups and downs, happiness and sorrow. At the tender age of 18, April’s mother passed away from a blood disease called Lupus. “Losing my mom was really hard for me,” says April while staring at her mother’s framed photograph that sits atop her cluttered school desk. “She and I had a super close relationship. My mom is the reason I am as strong and determined as I am today.”

“As many times as I wanted to just give up, I found the motivation to keep going deep down inside because I know it was what she would have wanted for me,” said a teary-eyed Bradford, referring to her mother.

Unlike many teenagers that are anxious to go away for college, April decided to stay home with her step-sister and attend Pensacola Junior College. While attending the junior college for two years, she played basketball where her skills on the court as a center were undeniable.

But April wanted to try something new. She felt as if it was time for her to gain some independence and go out-ofstate to school. She decided that she was going to attend college out-of-state. She packed up her belongings and headed to

Atlanta, Ga. in 2006. There, she attended Georgia Perimeter College where she stayed in a dormitory on campus. April continued to play basketball.

In 2008, April decided to move back home because she felt as if she needed to get herself together. She started taking classes again at Pensacola Junior College, but only as a part-time student because she had become a full-time worker at a call center. Upon her return to the junior college, April did not play basketball because having a job and going to school was already a lot on her plate.

In May 2008, while working at the call center, April met her husband, Brandon Bradford. “Besides my daughter, he is the best thing that has happened to me,” she squeals with a huge, bashful smile on her face. “Brandon and I shared this crazy chemistry that was unquestionable,” she added, her dark brown eyes glowing.

April says, “Although we were both young, I just knew Brandon was the guy for me.” They married on May 23, 2009.

“It was the best day of my life,” states April as she reflects on her special day while twiddling her fingers. “It just felt right.” A few months later came another milestone in April’s life. On Feb. 24, 2010, they had their first and only baby girl, Brinya Bradford, who weighed four pounds and one ounce. “I think Brandon was more excited than I was,” laughs April. “If he wasn’t holding her, he was hovering over her while she slept.”

The almost 2 year old, whose nickname is Nya, is a handful for both parents. April says, “Although she and her father are practically twins, she has my ways.” “She is very bossy and outspoken,” she adds while shaking her head as she thinks about her baby girl. April states her and Brandon both know that it would not be an easy task raising her, but they are both ready for the responsibility that it is going to take.

After giving birth, April returned to work a few weeks later. “Living on Brandon’s income alone would not be enough,” she explains. She had stopped going to school altogether to be able to provide for her and her family along with Brandon. “I felt like I had to go back to

school because I felt like I didn’t finish what I had started,” says April. “My main motivation for going back to school was my daughter though,” she adds. April felt as if she had an obligation to provide the best life she could for her daughter.

She and Brandon had both discussed her plans on going back to college several times. April knew that she would have to be away from her family in order to obtain her degree and that is what was holding her back from obtaining her college degree. She also wanted to get back out on the basketball court because she missed her first love, basketball. “I knew it would be hard, but Brandon encouraged me that everything would be okay and work itself out,” she said. “My husband’s supportiveness was all I needed,” she adds.

April finally gained enough courage to finish what she had started. In the summer of 2010, April traveled 45 minutes from Pensacola, Fla. to Mobile, Ala. to Spring Hill College’s basketball tryouts. There, her husband and her daughter sat in the bleachers and served as April’s cheerleaders. “I remember hearing her cheer for me after I made every shot which was motivation for me to go hard out there on the court,” April says

in a joking manner. And her hard work on the court paid off. She was granted a full scholarship to attend Spring Hill College.

Attending Spring Hill College meant that she would be away from her family majority of the time. “I did not like the thought of being away from the both of them for that long,” she said. After living on her own for some time, it was hard for her to get back in tune with living in a dormitory. “There were times where I just ready to pack my bags and head home where I felt I belonged.” But she stuck it out.

How does April balance all three of these tasks that all require a great amount of time? April exclaims, “Prayer!” She admits that it is very difficult for both she and her family, but they make it work. “It is a must that I have some type of balance between all three roles,” she says.

As of now, April is majoring in accounting at Spring Hill College and plans to graduate in May 2013. “After graduation, I plan to move back home to be with my family and become an accountant,” April says.

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BASEBALL continued

his first career complete-game shutout, freshman left-hander Cyrus Beermann picked up his first victory in five innings of work, and freshman catcher Ryan Stevens picked up his first homerun.

Last weekend, in the only victory against Emmanuel College, junior Casey Adams picked up his second win on the season and his first shutout of the year. Adams gave up only six hits and three walks and compiled four strikeouts.

In the last game of the series, Spring Hill College had a rough defensive performance, giving up six errors

and allowing a total of 11 runs. The Badgers have always relied on the consistency of their defense to keep them in the games, and when that fell apart, the game got out of hand. However, in a season consisting of over 50 games it’s expected to have a couple bumps in the road. As long as the Badgers regain defensive composure, they should have no problem getting back on track.

The next home games will take place on March 5 and 6 at 5 p.m. against Lyon College who will be travelling from Arkansas to take on the Badgers.

Scholarship tournament in April

By AliciaCANDELA Life Styles Reporter

The 17th annual ZoghbyDeVaney Memorial Scholarship Golf Tournament will take place on the Spring Hill College Golf Course on Saturday April 21, 2012.

The Scholarship honors Judge Michael E. Zoghby ’54 and James DeVaney. This scholarship benefits children, grandchildren and siblings of alumni present in the Mobile and Baldwin county areas. This year the tournament is being held during the homecoming festivities of Spring Hill College. Registration starts at 7 a.m. and tee off

begins at 8:30 p.m. The process of registration goes as follows: as participants go through the steps, they are brought to prices and registration. To register a team of four, the early bird pricing is $450.00 ( $500.00 after March 21st). Individual registration at the early bird pricing is $125.00 ($150.00 after March 21st).

During the event there will be door prizes and raffles. One of the prizes is a cruise through Springdale travel. There will also be gift certificates that will be given as prizes from places like The Shed, The Burger Joint, Cold Snap, and the Wine Loft.

The scholarship was established in 1995 when the Mobile Chapter of The Spring Hill College National Alumni and was named after an alumnus and professor of Spring Hill College, Micahel E. Zoghby. Two years later in 1997, James DeVaney who was a recipient of the Zoghby, died in car accident that year. The Mobile Alumni Chapter decided to add DeVaney’s name to the scholarship in his memory.

Anyone who is interested can look up more information on badgernet.shc.edu or call the alumni office at (251) 4143202.

Lady Badgers are victorious against the Tornadoes

By KieferGINGLES Sports Reporter

With final scores of 6-0 and 3-0, the Spring Hill College softball team started off their season with two shutouts against the visiting Talladega College Tornadoes last weekend.

The team is undoubtedly young, but junior pitcher Linsey Dickerson started the first game of the season with dominance.

In her debut for Spring Hill, the transfer struck out 14 batters and allowed only two hits. The hopes and expectations were high for Dickerson, but she proved her status as an asset to the team.

The scoring in the first game began in the second inning with back-to-back doubles by junior leftfielder Mariha Partman of Biloxi, Miss., and freshman second baseman Melanie Alterio of Theodore, Ala. By the end of the inning, the Badgers were up by four.

From there the scoring was put on pause until the sixth inning when freshman third baseman Elise DeBruler of Luling,

La., contributed with a double to left-center which tacked on another run to the lead. Senior leader and first baseman Jenny Laird followed up with single that made its way past the shortstop and scored another run, giving the Badgers the six-run lead that would conclude the game.

The second game of the doubleheader began similarly, with the Badgers getting on the board in the second inning. Senior right fielder Kayla Moran got the run in with a sacrifice fly to centerfield. In the fourth inning, junior designated player Katelyn Hinson added another run with a single to left field, and DeBruler stuck again in the fifth by beating out an infield single that scored the third and final run for the Badgers.

Freshman Kathryn Ingles of New Orleans, La., won the game in her collegiate debut. She allowed just five hits with three strikeouts and no walks in the shutout. Both of the pitchers gave impressive performances in their debuts for Spring Hill College.

The team of mostly freshmen

proved that their inexperience wouldn’t be an excuse at the plate either, with seven Badgers having multiple-hit afternoons. DeBruler contributed three hits and Taylor Webre of Luling, La., had four.

“I’m really excited about this season. Not only does our team have

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many talent, but we also have a lot of chemistry which always makes the season more entertaining and eventful,” said DeBruler.

The Badgers will unfortunately take on a brutal streak of away games before they return to Murray Field on March 19

to battle Birmingham-Southern at 1p.m. However, they will be at nearby University of Mobile on March 6 and 7 as they compete in the University of Mobile Classic and the team would love to see some support.

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| SPORTS

Cardinals look to make another title run

By MatthewLaBORDE Sports Editor

Losing future hall of famer Albert Pujols does not mean all hope is lost for the St. Louis Cardinals, who head into the 2012 season after claiming the World Series title in 2011.

Even with the loss of the superstar, the Cardinals may be better off this year then last. General Manager John Mozeliak made an impressive move by signing free agent Carlos Beltran, (two years, 26 million), and starting pitcher Adam Wainwright will return from a disappointing loss to Tommy John’s surgery early in the 2011 season.

The line-up still appears to be in good shape. The heavy hitting tandem of Lance Berkman and Matt Holiday should alleviate the loss of Pujols if the two stay away from injury.

In 2011, the Cardinals snuck into the post-season at the very last second. The Cards came back from 10.5 games behind in the wild-card race with 31 games to play, and ended up barely making it when they were left three games back with only five to play. This incognito en-

trance marked the post-season success of David Freese.

Amidst an 18-game postseason run, Freese batted .397 with five home runs and a playoff-record 21 RBI’s and earned the MVP award in the NLCS and the World Series. Fans will remember his game-tying, tworun triple in the bottom of the ninth inning and his game-winning, walk-off homer in the bottom of the 11th in Game six of the World Series.

Freese’s stock has risen dramatically, considering his average play during the regular season. Senior Katie Doyle believes that Freese can carry over his post-season success to the regular season: “Freese is a strong player, his youth gives him a big advantage and plenty of room for improvement.” Doyle, a St. Louis native, also pointed out that Freese also calls St. Louis his hometown and attended the University of South Alabama.

His 2010 and 2011 seasons saw him missing over 100 games in the regular season to ankle and hand injuries. If he can stay away from the injury bug, Freese will be a catalyst for both the defense and the offense.

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Downtown St. Louis, Missouri.

It should be interesting also to watch Lance Berkman as he fills in the position at first base, but reports say that he is keeping in shape and ready to fill the hole left by Albert Pujols.

Last years offense finished fifth in the National League with 792 runs scored, a number that may drop without Pu-

jols. This puts added pressure to the Cardinals rotation. With the return of ace pitcher, Adam Wainwright, they may be able to bridge the gap.

Wainwright is returning from the dreadful Tommy Johns surgery and is making solid progress heading into Spring training, reports say. Doctor George Paletta performed the

surgery on Freese, and it’s good to know that he also worked on Cardinals pitcher’s Chris Capenter and Jaime Garcia, who both bounced back with good results.

Plenty of Spring Hill College badgers associate themselves with the Cardinals, and they look forward to another exciting year for their favorite team.

THIS WEEK IN BADGER SPORTS Baseball Spring Hill at Auburn-Montgomery 6 p.m.

Men’s and Women’s Tennis Spring Hill at Stillman College 11 a.m.

Baseball Spring Hill at Auburn-Montgomery 1 p.m.

Men’s and Women’s Tennis Tougaloo College at Spring Hill 10 a.m.

Men’s andWomen’s Tennis Loyola University at Spring Hill 2 p.m.

Men’s Golf Spring Hill at Lou Hart Invitational 8 a.m.

Softball Spring Hill vs Madonna University in University of Mobile Classic 2 p.m.

Women’s Golf Spring Hill at University of West Georgia Invitational 8 a.m.

Spring Hill vs Morningside College 6 p.m.

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