Sports Shorts

Ask the Athletes...
What do you think about the after-practice food at Stevenson?

“They definitely need to extend their hours. Keep your best for the best.”
-Zeljko Petrovic
College senior

“I think the food is just all-around shitty.”
-Chad Raver
College junior

“I like it.”
-Peter Wyatt
College first-year

“Uh, it gives me sexual feelings, yeah.”
-Heywood Jablome
College sophomore

“I’d rather be kicked in my boys than eat the cold-leftovers.”
-Bobby Montag
College junior

“I prefer south campus.”
-Ben Dover
College junior

“Good it is.”
-Bob Billy
College first-year

“I really enjoy the bananas.”
-Ivanna Chaquoff
College junior

 

You Can Say that Again

“I always expect to win. Everyone is insignificant. They don’t matter. It’s all about me.”

-Jabari Spruill
College senior

After his performance at last week’s home track meet.

 

Athlete of the Week 

Liz Chandler
Chandler, a senior creative writing and psychology major from Bloomfield Hills, Mich., had impressive performances in each of the Yeowomen’s last two meets. A team co-captain, Chandler finished in third place in the 300-meter dash on Friday, Feb. 16, with a time of 44.9. Last week, on Friday, Feb. 23, Chandler finished first in the triple jump with a jump of 34”08.5’. It was the first time Chandler had ever competed in the event. This weekend, Chandler and the rest of the men’s and women’s teams will be closing their indoor seasons with the North Coast Athletic Conference Championships, which are being held at Denison University.

 

This Week in Sports

I’m Rich so Play Me Where I Want
Red Sox outfielder Manny Ramirez, who signed a 10-year, $160 million contract less than three months ago, reversed fields by telling manager Jimmy Williams that he didn't want to play left, as had been planned.
Instead, Ramirez will return to the more familiar position of right field, causing Boston to make changes in their outfield positions.

No More Flutie Flakes in Buffalo
The NFL’s Buffalo Bills chose to cut quarterback Doug Flutie, who was a fan-favorite in the city. The team will now start quarterback Brad Johnson, whose starting position battles with Flutie overshadowed much of the team’s success since 1998.

Get Out of the Way Rebecca Lobo
Jackie Stiles scored 30 points in a 94-59 win over Creighton yesterday. The Southwest Missouri guard set the NCAA Division I career points scored record with her effort and is averaging 30.8 points per game.