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LOCAL "Wuhnurth music festival is a weekend of celebrating and embracing the luscious curves of our vivacious Mother Earth." Gora to -Joshua Bronnenberg, James Brown Car Alarm moderate rock goes green 2nd debate

ing for gender and racial di- Her lack of political versity, which narrowed the fi eld dramatically, Ryerson affi liations viewed said. Gora has been careful to not as positive quality align herself politically, he said, which was another at- tractive trait to the commis- Bob Culp n Chief Reporter sion. “[Gora] has been very care- Eleven days from now, Ball ful to stay above fray,” Ryer- State University President Jo son said. “[The debate com- Ann Gora will travel to south- mission] didn’t want someone ern Indiana to play a deciding like a journalist moderating role in the state’s future. or any other kind of organiza- Gora was picked to moder- tion that could claim the de- ate the Sept. 23 gubernato- bates. We wanted to avoid any rial debate in Jasper between type of situation politically.” incumbent Republican Gov. The debate commission will Mitch Daniels, Democrat Jill give Gora a list of questions, Long Thompson Ryerson said, and and Libertarian Inside the questions Andy Horning. have been writ- Director of Uni- Page 2, Gora and the ten to include a versity Commu- lieutenant governor variety of topics. nications Kevin decide how to make Questions by po- Burke said Gora is Indiana better. litical groups will enthusiastic about Page 4, The questions not be embedded the opportunity within the lists, and the visibility it that the DN staff so the commis- gives Ball State. thinks President sion can know The decision to Gora should ask the what exactly will pick the Ball State candidates. be asked at each president was debate. made a week ago “We wanted to said Dennis Ryer- make sure this is a voters’ son, vice-president of the In- debate,” he said. “The cam- diana debate commission and paigns were not involved in editor-in-chief of the India- the process in any way.” napolis Star. The Jasper debate is the “She’ll be able to handle the second of three scheduled complexity of debate format,” debates. Television host Dan Ryerson said. “I’ve meet with Lowery will host the fi rst de- her a few times, and there bate Tuesday in Merrillville, was no doubt she would fi t Gora will host the second de- that bill.” bate and Tom Cochrun will In picking a candidate, the moderate the fi nal debate Oct. "It's just a great opportunity for like-minded debate commission was look- 15 in Bloomington. Student-created festival promotes musicians to get together and play for a cause." Mother Earthly message, provides -Max Kepler, Midwest Hype FRIDAY FOOTBALL Main Stage Brainchild- 11:30 p.m. stage for local, national acts Jack of Suede- 3 p.m. Bump- 1 a.m. Amanda Junk and Slade Kepker n Daily News Staff Red Light Remedy- 4:30 p.m. Beach stage all State University se- soon realized that I cared to Spiritual Rez- 6 p.m. Pierce Duncan Band- 2 p.m. Receiver arrested nior James Nimmer focus more on the music and Back Forty- 8 p.m. Jaiben- 4 p.m. hatched the idea for the thought it would be great if I Cosmic Railroad- 10:30 p.m. Tow Mics and a Kit- 5:30 p.m. Wuhnurth music festi- could make it into an annual Field stage Bouncy C- 7 p.m. b Zmick- 4:30 p.m. The Selifane Parade- 10 p.m. val by combining two of his music festival.” greatest interests: live enter- After Springfest, Nim- 8 Stories High- 6 p.m. Speak Her Language- 11:30 p.m. for second time tainment and love of the en- mer wasted no time getting Hip-O- 10 p.m. Makeshift Prodigy- 1 a.m. vironment. ready for Wuhnurth. He “It’s a clever play off the contacted and booked all SATURDAY phrase ‘One Earth,’” Nim- the bands, worked with sev- Main Stage JoBu- 6 p.m. Alabaster Brown- noon The Twin Cats- 10 p.m. in past 13 months mer said. “We’re using it eral different vendors and to send a defi nite ecologi- raised money from dona- Everthus the Deadbeats- McSparkplug- 11:45 p.m. cal message that people tions through fraternities 1:30 p.m. Groovatron- 1 a.m. easily hear and many private investors, Daphne Willis & Co.- 3 p.m. Beach stage Senior's failure to appear in court and under- using no outside corporate Kinetix- 4:30 p.m. Five Til Dawn- 10 a.m. If you go stand.” sponsors to fund it. James Brown Car Alarm- Romeo Champagne- noon stems from 2007 alcohol charges Tickets: $30 for The fes- Above all else, Nimmer 6 p.m. Soltre- 2 p.m. entire weekend tival kicks described the festival’s Tea Leaf Green- 8p.m. Marion Square- 3 p.m. Kyle Shaner n Co-Sports Editor Time: 3 p.m. Friday off three preparations and message Midwest Hype- 11 p.m. The Diggity- 4:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday days of en- as a grassroots movement. Field stage Ladymoon- 6 p.m. A Ball State University football player was Where: 6811 N. Old vironmen- “I’m just a BSU college stu- Coyaba- noon Smoke Wagon Band- 10 p.m. arrested this week because of miscommunica- State Rd. (see page tal aware- dent who had some ideas Fresh Hops- 1:30 The Freezing Scene- 11:30 p.m. tion with his lawyer. WAde overton ness Friday and worked his ass off to 2 for a map) Jassy Grazz- 3 p.m. Late Night Jam Session- Receiver Wade Overton, 22, was arrested by Ball State at the Wa- get it up and running,” Shadyside Allstars- 4:30 p.m. 1 a.m. Ball State University police at about 1:30 a.m. ter Bowl. he said. “It’s a completely football player Sunday on charges of failure to appear in Wade Overton “I would grassroots movement, and I SUNDAY court, according to a police report. like to see Muncie develop a hope BSU will realize what faces charges of Main Stage Funkshoe- 3 p.m. The senior from Indianapolis was released operating a vehicle much stronger music scene they have.” Michael Martin Band- noon Chester Brown- 4:30 p.m. from Delaware County jail at about 3 a.m. that while becoming a more A lot of bands playing this while intoxicated, The Ragbirds- 1:30 p.m. Original State of Mind- 6 p.m. day, according to jail offi cials. a Class C environmentally friendly weekend feel the same way, Overton declined to comment on the arrest. Euphonic Brew- 3 p.m. Soraia- 10 p.m. misdemeanor, community,” he said. including the headliner, Tea Muncie police originally arrested Overton on Sweet Japonic- 4:30 p.m. Beach stage and operating a To achieve this goal, Nim- Leaf Green, an up-and-com- Aug. 25, 2007, on suspicion of operating a ve- mer decided to throw a pre- ing psychedelic rock band Ultraviolet Hippopatamus- 6 p.m. The Splanchnic Ganglion- 10 a.m. vehicle with a .08 Jam Session- 8 p.m. Pet Monkey- noon hicle with a .08 or greater blood-alcohol con- festival concert last March from San Francisco, Calif. tent and operating a vehicle while intoxicated, percent or greater called Springfest to help One way the band continu- The Giving Tree Band- 10:30 p.m. Future Nature- 2 p.m. blood-alcohol Field stage Landon Keler- 3:30 p.m. according to the Muncie city clerk’s offi ce. raise money for Wuhnurth. ally contributes to environ- Overton’s initial hearing was set for July 28, content, a Class “My initial plan involved mental awareness is by us- Jason and the Punknecks- The Electric Grapevine- 5 p.m. but he missed the hearing, according to the A misdemeanor. having several local bands ing recycled materials in all noon Daphne Willis & Friends- 6:30 p.m. Muncie city court. His next trial date is set for The charges stem a nd fo o d ve nde r s set up a lon g of its CD packaging. Land of Atlantis- 1:30 p.m. Late Night Jam Session- 10 p.m. 1 p.m. Sept. 22. from an August a stretch of Marsh Street for 2007 arrest. Wade an all-day event,” he said. “I Please see FESTIVAL, page 2 DN IllUStRAtIoN/ZACh KNUtSeN was also arrested Please see ARREST, page 6 Sunday.

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DAYS AHEAD MONDAY announce Indy institute CAREER CENTER Learn how to make the most of your time at any job fair, including Fall Career Fair on Sept. 17. Come to Job Fair Jump-Start on Monday from in community development, NUMBERCRUNCHER 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. in Bracken Library room 225. Attendees have a chance Building Better she said. to win a prize! www.bsu.edu/careers Career Center David Cleveland Gora said BBC is a Ball State approximate number 285-2430 Communities works initiative dedicated to pro- moting economic develop- of projects that have WEDNESDAY in 68 state counties ment and improving the qual- been completed in ity of life in Indiana. It has n PSI CHI Tommy Conroy Chief Reporter completed more than 300 68 counties Meet-n-greet cookout located at pavilion by Christy Woods. Open to 300 The Building Better Commu- projects in 68 counties in the all psychology students and faculty. Guests allowed. $25 mall giftcard nities initiative at Ball State past two years, she said. raffle + food + games. Questions send to [email protected] University yielded results that Giving students opportuni- will help leaders across Indi- ties to work in real-world sit- CORRECTION ana make their communities uations and produce tangible $600,000 In Thursday’s edition of The Ball State Daily News, we reported better places. results is the epitome of im- amount of the grant the Indiana Offi ce of Community and only 10 of the top 20 finalists voted into Homecoming court as Ball State President Jo Ann mersive learning, she said. announced at the Royalty Fashion Show. Moses Jones, Student Gora and Indiana Lt. Gov. “BBC is proof that Ball State Rural Affairs gave to fund the institute Government Association; Joel Sheets, St.A.R.T.; Damon Clevenger, Becky Skillman announced serves the community,” Gora Spectrum; Trevor Junga, University Singers; Will Chivington, Woody/ in the David Letterman Com- said. portunities. batine said. Shales Hall; Natasha Sieracki, Delta Zeta; Jacinta Yanders, Spectrum; munication and Media Build- Frank Sabatine, BBC vice The educational courses and The online services will pro- Mallory Collins, Student Voluntary Services; Carrie Cozad, Student ing the opening of the Indiana president of economic devel- workshops will offer training vide crucial information about Government Association; and Sarah Rettig, Woodworth Hall, were Communities Institute in In- opment, said ICI was meant in economic and community community development and omitted from the list. dianapolis on Thursday. to help community leaders development to local leaders leaders will research policy is- “We’re here to talk about throughout the state gain the throughout the state, he said. sues that directly affect com- building a stronger Indiana, knowledge and skills neces- “[Course and workshop] at- munity and economic devel- one community at a time,” sary to meet the goals of tendees will walk away with opment, he said. Skillman said. BBC. The institute has three what they need to help com- The Indiana Offi ce of Com- bsudailynews.com Ball State’s reputation is out- key components: Educational munity leaders learn how to munity and Rural Affairs gave Breaking news, article comments, standing and has gained na- courses and workshops, on- engage communities to create a grant worth nearly $600,000 interactive graphics and more. tional recognition for its work line services and research op- a shared image of change,” Sa- to fund the institute.

SERVICE DIRECTORY POSTAL BOX Festival: Wuhnurth creator aims to inspire green living The Daily News offices are in AJ 278, Ball State University, Muncie, Ind., 47306-0481. Periodicals postage paid in Muncie, Ind. Continued from PAGE 1 for their business.” After compensating the “ I want to TO ADVERTISE bands for their performances, Classified department (765) 285-8247 see people “[Wuhnurth] means bringing the remaining profi ts will be Display department (765) 285-8256 or 285-8246 together a community of like- donated to Full Circle Arts Co- out there Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. minded folks who are concerned op, a Muncie-based nonprofi t who support COMMENTS OR COMPLAINTS about the environment and love artist organization, to fund The Daily News strives for fairness and will correct errors of substance. the communal experience of environmental projects in the our cause If you wish to report an error or request a clarification, please call Samantha live music,” the band said in surrounding community. and want Zilai, editor, at 285-8249 between 5 p.m. and 11 p.m. Sunday through an e-mail correspondence. “We Full Circle is a growing group to make Thursday. could not be more excited and of artists and art enthusiasts honored to be a part.” with a focus on helping one the community more PRINTER The Daily News is printed with HNE Printers at the Greenfield Midwest Hype, who head- another and the surrounding environmental-friendly Reporter’s presses in Greenfield, Ind. lined Springfest, is another community. band scheduled to perform at “The proceeds that they re- and take from my TO SUBSCRIBE the Water Bowl this weekend. ceive will fund environmental example and say, ‘Hey, Call 285-8250 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. “It’s just a great opportunity projects in the Muncie com- Subscription rates: $70 for one year; $40 for one semester; $25 for for like-minded musicians to get munity, such as community maybe I can do this summer subscription only. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Daily together and play for a cause,” gardens and an initiative to myself in a few years.’” News, AJ 278, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 47306. drummer Max Kepler said. teach local businesses how Nonmusicians involved with to develop eco-friendly prac- BACK ISSUES JAMES NIMMER Stop by AJ 278 between noon and 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and the event are also going green tices,” Nimmer said. Creator and organizer of Wuhnurth festival afternoons Friday. All back issues are free and limited to two issues per person. to show their support. Ironically, Nimmer’s con- “Many of our food vendors stant fi xation on making Wuh- The Ball State Daily News (USPS-144-360), the Ball State have shown their commitment nurth spectacular doesn’t our cause and want to make University student newspaper, is published Monday through Friday to the environment by using earn him one red cent, but he the community more environ- during the academic year except for exam periods and vacations, and organic produce in their menu, doesn’t mind. mental-friendly and take from published Monday and Thursday during summer sessions. replacing Styrofoam plates “I don’t make a dollar out my example and say, ‘Hey, The Daily News is supported in part by an allocation from the General with biodegradable ones and of it,” he said. “I want to see maybe I can do this myself in Fund of the university and is available free to students at various points implementing a recycling plan people out there who support a few years.’” on campus. White River Apartments (1 & 2 bedroom apartments)

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TRENDS FUNDRAISER Bike sales increase as Student Honors Council to host economy spirals down fi rst-ever concert “The Battle” raises awareness to prove Honors College not all just academics Dawn Araujo n Staff Reporter Solo artists Honors College sophomore Joshua Frigo Andy Ayers is familiar with Noah Glick the stereotypes about hon- Nicholas Bashenow ors students. But as co-chair of publicity for the Student Bands Honors Council, he said he is planning to do something Pity the Backseat about them. Eight Stories High Ayers and the rest of the Who Ya Bum Honors Council will put on the event will go to charity. “The Battle” – a battle of the Will Jay, president of the Stu- bands event - 3 p.m. Saturday dent Honors Council, said he at the grassy area between thinks the charity aspect of Botsford and Swinford halls. the event will also help bridge He said he is hoping “The any cross-campus divides. Battle” will help dispel some “It’s great exposure for the of the misconceptions about musicians,” he said. “People the Honors College and its who are there for charity, students. who wouldn’t ordinarily hear “We’re trying to show that their music, will be able to.” the Honors Col- Gilbert said be- lege does a lot of cause the bands fun stuff, too,” “We’re trying to are not required he said. “It’s not show that the to have any af- just books.” fi liation with the Laura Gilbert, Honors College Honors College, t he ot he r co - c ha i r she hopes it will of publicity, said does a lot of fun encourage non- the event is also stuff, too. It’s Honors College to help students students to at- campus wide not just books.” tend. learn about the “Music can unite Honors College ANDY AYERS the campus,” she and the Student Honors College sophomore said. Honors Council. And according “It’s really press for the to Jay, the other great unify- Honors Council,” she said. ing force — free food — will DN photo/lAURA meRZ “We’ve never done an activity also be in abundance. BAll StAte FreShMAn AleX MIller secures his bike in his bike locker after riding back from dinner. Having a bike on campus is a convenience, he said. like this.” Gilbert said she is optimistic The event will feature both about the event’s potential. bands and solo artists and at- “We want it to be crowds difference.” commuting shorter distances. tendees will vote for their fa- and crowds of people,” she Gas prices, global Whether Ball State University I like to call not biking a com- History vorite performers by making said. “We want something students are ardent support- plete disregard for senseless The fi rst true bicycle, the free-will donations in contain- that can be annual. We want warming contribute ers of protecting the environ- consumption.” Ariel, was invented in 1871 by ers during the performances. something that can be a big ment or are simply skeptics, Bicycle riding is promoted by James Starley in Coventry, Whoever earns the most mon- deal. It’s going to be a good attitudes about global warm- proponents of green efforts to more riders ey will be declared the winner time. And that’s not some- ing abound. From advertise- because it does not contribute England; however, 17 years n and will receive a cash prize. thing you’d expect from the Zach Anderson Staff Reporter ments to laws and from cars to air pollution or traffi c con- later Scotsman John Dunlop However, all proceeds from Honors College.” to bikes, climate change has a gestion. invented the pneumatic tire, With the age of gas-powered large infl uence on today’s so- Freshman undeclared major thus creating the bike as we vehicles slipping away and ciety. Although the earth has Adam Kilmer drives to cam- know it today. The safety and alternative means gone through pus for class each day. enjoyment that it brought of transportation previous periods “I commute about two miles,” Weekend Roundup: Sept. 12-13 growing in popu- “ ...we do not of global warm- he said. “I drive because I can made bicycles so popular that ALL WEEKEND larity, bicycle com- value the land ing, the past get to school faster and my par- by 1900 more than 10 million Wuhnurth Festival with over 60 bands at the Waterbowl; $30 for panies have found century has seen ents bought me a parking pass, Americans owned one. Despite entire weekend; for all ages an opportunity to temperatures so I do not want to waste it.” having changed dramatically as much as FRIDAY, Sept. 12 cash in. rise an unparal- According to Horizons Un- through the years from road n “The reason [for other countries, leled 1.4 degrees limited, a Web site for motor- bikes to BMX to mountain Music outside of Village Green featuring Everything, NOW! the increase in bik- whose cities Fahrenheit. To cycle travelers, if a student’s bikes, they have always been Thunders and Everthus the Deadbeats. ing] is because the counter such a commute to class is two n shadowed by their faster Michael Kelsey is playing at Doc’s Music Hall at 8 p.m. (21+) economy is doing are older and change, many miles, and in a week he trav- n counter-parts, motor vehicles. Civic Theater presents God’s Favorite at 7:30 p.m. $5 for college bad,” Bicycle Ga- people are look- els to class an average of two students rage Indy employee built around ing for ways to roundtrips per day, 56 miles n Adam Weber and Adam Clark is playing at The Living Room. Josh Praeter said. make a differ- will have accumulated by the For more info commuting Doors open at 8 p.m. and show starts at 8:30 p.m. “Speculators esti- ence. end of the week. horizons Unlimited and mated less spend- shorter “People do not If the student rides a bike n Friday night movie at 400 block of South Walnut Street which is ing on bikes due to generally ride those 56 miles, he will have saving your environment playing “Step it Up 2” at 8 p.m. or dusk the economy and distances.” bikes because of reduced 54.32 pounds of car- n 1world2wheels.com tight spending, but laziness,” Praeter bon dioxide, burned 2,632 SATURDAY, Sept. 13 JOSh PRAETER history of tires n Peterson, Simmons and Dunn at 10 p.m. at Doc’s Music Hall with the increas- Bicycle Garage Indy employee said. “Driving is calories and saved $12.32 dol- ing gas prizes, the what has always lars on gas, according to the n inventors.about.com/ (21+) bike market never went down. been: everything is designed Web site. library/inventors/bltires.htm n Battle of the Bands at BotSwin from 3-8 p.m. Consumers offset the specula- around the automobile. One “I bike because not only does James Starley n Civic Theater presents God’s Favorite at 7:30 p.m. $5 for college tions by buying more bicycles. of the reasons is that we do it benefi t me, but it benefi ts students The environmentalists are not value the land as much society as well,” sophomore n encyclopedia.com/ n The Electric Grapevine, Jack of Suede, Red Light Remedy and making a difference; people as other countries, whose cit- telecommunications major doc/1G2-3404707901.html now see that they can make a ies are older and built around Greg Lyon said. The Freezing Scene are playing at the Launching Pad at 8 p.m.

ENTERTAINMENT Friday Night Filmworks, Free Friday Night Movie continue series Lindsay Spoonmore n Staff Reporter Louis Leterrier, this year’s fi lm has to try to escape the clutches dancer. After West auditions for Tatum, who plays West’s older gave “The Incredible Hulk,” one of Thunderbolt Ross (played by DOWNTOWN MUNCIE FREE FRIDAY Ma r yla nd School of the A rts, she brother. The movie also stars FRIDAY NIGHT FILMWORKS: “THE of Marvel Comics’ most popular William Hurt) and save his love NIGHT MOVIE: “STEP UP 2: THE tries to balance school and her Robert Hoffman, Adam G. Se- INCREDIBLE HULK” characters, a brand new story. interest, Betty (played by Liv Ty- STREETS” love life with her dancing ambi- vani, Will Kemp and Cassie Ven- Friday Night Filmworks pres- Eric Bana was also replaced with ler). Critical reception was more Downtown Muncie continues tions. The fi lm features dance tura. The fi lm was a surprise hit ents “The Incredible Hulk” two-time Academy Award nom- positive for this fi lm and it de- Free Friday Night Movie tonight sequences choreographed by upon its release, making almost (2008). After the lackluster re- inee Edward Norton as Hulk (Dr. buted at No. 1 at the box offi ce, with “Step Up 2: The Streets.” Jamal Sims, Hi-Hat (who worked $150,000,000 worldwide. “Step sponse to director Ang Lee’s Bruce Banner). In the fi lm, Ban- and made almost $150 million A sequel to “Step Up” (2006), on “Bring it On”) and Dave Scott Up 2: The Streets” will be shown “Hulk” (2003), the new version ner is transformed into the Hulk in the United States. “The In- this fi lm follows the journey (who worked on “Stomp the at the 400th block of South Wal- of the fi lm was created. Written after being used in a scheme to credible Hulk” plays at 9 p.m. at of Andie West (Briana Evigan) Yard”). There is a cameo from nut Street and showtime will be by Zak Penn and directed by create super-soldiers. He then Pruis Hall. as she pursues a life as a street the fi rst fi lm’s star, Channing at dusk.

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Jason Marer: our view Andrew Walker: ThINK TO ExIST A CLOSE ShAvE Jason Marer is a junior social studies Andrew Walker is a sophomore journal- major and writes ‘Think to Exist’ for the ism major and writes ‘A Close Shave’ Daily News. His views do not necessarily for the Daily News. His views do not agree with those of the newspaper. necessarily agree with those of the Debate this newspaper. Media as Grandpa AT ISSUE: Gora should consider asking questions about important as issues concerning college students sure loves The Indiana Debate Commission has his Cardinals candidates selected Ball State University President Jo Ann Gora to moderate the gubernatorial debate There are 53 days until the presidential Sept. 23 in Jasper. She will be given a chance In a sports world that is plagued by cheaters election, and Nov. 4 America will finally and criminals, it’s refreshing to run across decide on the 44th President in U.S. his- to represent not only Ball State, but also the a team that will stop at nothing to do what’s tory. In one corner stands John McCain interests of all college students in Indiana. right. And they’re right here on campus. vs. Barack Obama. The other, Sarah Palin The following is a list of questions, among It was a moment that will undoubtedly vs. Joe Biden. Collectively, it becomes the other issues that should be addressed, for stick in my mind for the rest of my life. Republicans vs. the Democrats. There he was, lying propped up in a hospi- Simply put, the political clashes in 2008 Gora to consider asking Republican Mitch tal bed, gasping for every last coma-induced are endless, but over the course of this elec- Daniels, Democrat Jill Long Thompson and breath. tion, I have noticed one more important Libertarian Andy Horning: The man in the bed was my great-grand- political battle: mass media. father, but he had a daughter and three Whether you are a follower of CNN, grandchildren in the room whom I know MSNBC or FOX News, we are well aware of 1. Economic forecasts for Indiana project lovingly as my grandma, twin aunts Cheryl the differences between the news networks. muddled results at best, but many are opti- and Carol and my father. Since the 2000 election, television viewers mistic there is a slow, steady growth for the The stroke that he had suffered hours and journalists, among others, have voiced state. How do you plan to capitalize on this? before left him crippled and unable to concerns against bias. breathe on his own. Lately, news networks have been And there he was, this 93-year-old man, biased, especially since Palin was named 2. Gas prices have reached well beyond $4 known affectionately by both colleagues Republican vice presidential candidate. per gallon in parts of the state. Gov. Daniels and family simply as Hank, on an assuredly While MSNBC has been showing photo- has advocated ethanol plants, such as Central painful yet silent journey to the light. graphs of Palin shooting guns, FOX has put It was past midnight, and with early Palin on a pedestal. MSNBC says Palin is too Indiana Ethanol LLC in Grant County, as a classes the next morning, I had to make the inexperienced, but FOX believes she is the way to reduce fuel costs and improve the decision to go to his bedside and say what I perfect pick. economy; however, this plant’s latent effect thought could be my final good-byes to my On Monday, it was announced that MSNBC on the economy has given rise to controversy. great-grandfather, who couldn’t see, hear or would be replacing Keith Olbermann and DN photo/AleX hUtChISoN understand a thing I was doing. Chris Matthews as co-anchors of politi- What are your thoughts on Indiana’s ethanol The rest of the family stayed with Hank, cal night coverage with David Gregory. production and its effects? do to reach out to this age group? hoping for something miraculous to happen Olbermann and Matthews will now be used – and at this point, that was for him to show just as commentators. I suppose the free- 3. By leasing the Indiana Toll Road, Gov. 7. What will you do as governor to reduce one sign of consciousness. wheeling criticism reached a boiling point. I arrived the next morning after class While I enjoy listening to Olbermann’s and Daniels closed a budget gap for Indiana’s the financial burden of college education? preparing myself for the worst, but I was Matthews’ opinionated comments, this is Major Moves transportation project, which will instead greeted by my grandmother’s smil- probably fine judgment on MSNBC’s part. cost the state $12 billion. If elected governor, 8. Gov. Daniels has started initiatives, such ing face. Throughout the primaries and summer, I do you plan to continue leasing the tollway as the Hoosier Hope Scholarship, to prevent That miracle everybody was hoping for noticed that news networks were becoming had occurred only a couple hours before. less concerned about the news and more to private companies as a way to pay for brain drain in Indiana. Are more initiatives “He’s up and talking,” she said. about entertainment. Topics of discussion this project, to find funding to close the gap necessary, and what would they be? Unbelievably, Hank’s first sign of life was are no longer about the party’s platform for the project elsewhere or to make budget greeting a nurse with a slurred “Good morn- or views, but about Obama’s reverend or changes to the project itself? 9. No Child Left Behind has brought a lot ing” when she came to his side and attempt- Palin’s ability to parent. At times, these ed to wake him. topics could be mentioned. But who cares? of attention on ISTEP+ testing because parents Stunned and tickled by the news, I waved I just want to know how each candidate 4. The demand for environmentally worry teachers are teaching to the test and to Hank to let him know I was there. He is going to help America prosper. I get it: friendly technology has increased not only as because it complicates funding. What type of recognized me Obama had a rough childhood. Biden had a way to preserve the environment, but also as future do you see in store for ISTEP+ testing, immediately and a stuttering problem. McCain was a POW. said those words These student- Palin is a hockey mom. Move on. a way for cutting energy costs. What are your its format and how it is proctored? I had been hear- I don’t care if FOX News says it is thoughts on green living, and how would you ing for years: athletes took America’s Election Headquarters, or that it encourage state businesses to use it? 10. Gov. Daniels has been trying to “I think is fair and balanced. I haven’t seen that yet. precious time convince the state legislature to pass a law that Ball State Have you? MSNBC is the so-called “place women’s basket- for politics.” And CNN supposedly equals 5. If elected governor, what would be your protecting teachers when they discipline stu- ball team plays out of their politics. Ugh! What does this all mean? I see first action regarding higher education? dents. In one case, the Marion County pros- today.” own schedules this as advertising, not for political partici- ecutor filed charges against a teacher who You see, my pation, but to influence viewers to watch a 6. The presidential candidates con- cupped a student’s face to get her attention great-grandfa- to visit one of particular station. Sickening. ther Hank, a for- Maybe you enjoy Olbermann and despise stantly stress the importance of votes and get her back to class. At what point mer newspaper their biggest O’Reilly, or vise versa. Perhaps, you laugh from the 18 to 24 age group. What, as a does discipline go too far, and how much linotype opera- when Stephen Colbert calls FOX News gubernatorial candidate, do you intend to should teachers be protected? tor who com- fans around. “Fixed News.” Or maybe you watch CNN posed newspa- because you think Anderson Cooper is pers in the olden attractive. days before computers, is an enormous sup- Whatever the case, be open-minded and porter of Ball State athletics. watch all the news stations. As important as NOTABLEQUOTABLES The man, whose hands and knuckles are it is to vote, your awareness of news and the bigger than someone twice his size, was just means by which you receive it is just as cru- “Student-athletes are high profile individuals on acollege a little more than 24 hours past a massive cial. I always flip back and fourth between stroke and was already thinking about his CNN, MSNBC and FOX. It might take three campus, and therefore, when they make mistakes, those Cardinals. or four channels, but it’s well worth it. I He had become especially fond of the acknowledge entertainment is pleasurable, mistakes are very public. We do everything we can to try women’s basketball program over the past but news stations need to find the balance and educate the over 400 student-athletes at Ball State. year or so when they began a foster grand- between soft and hard news. daughter program at Westminster Village When it all comes down to it though, we We take any charge against any of our student-athletes where Hank lives. should be happy that we even have a choice very seriously and we work with the university to be I left the hospital ecstatic and appreciative to watch different news networks. None TOM COLLINS, of the chance I got to visit and talk with my might be worthy, but they’re all better than sure the proper channels are followed in the university’s Director of great-grandfather again. nothing. Nowadays news pundits are blunt. Intercollegiate When I got home, I sent Shannon Klei The gloves are off and anything goes. The system and in the judicial system. We will continue Athletics about the a message on Facebook. Shannon was cost, however, is leaving Americans with most recent athlete Hank’s foster granddaughter on the bas- debauchery and biased news. to provide programs to educate and inform all of our arrest ketball team, and she had visited him at If anything, America needs Tim Russert student-athletes.” Westminster on several occasions. I told her right about now. although he was able to communicate, his speech was still slurred and he had to learn Write to Jason at to fully function again through therapy. [email protected] I had hoped the point had gotten across that Hank would love a surprise visit from Shannon if she was able. I sent then-acting FORUM POLICY head coach Lisa McDonald a similar e-mail and asked if she would take a moment out The Daily News opinion page aims to stimu- of her busy schedule to surprise Hank in late discussion in the Ball State community. The the hospital at some point if she could. Daily News welcomes reader viewpoints and What I had learned a few days later made offers four vehicles of expression for reader my jaw literally drop. opinions: letters to the editor, guest columns, I visited Hank after one of his therapy feedback on our Web site and phone responses. sessions, and he told me that not only did Letters must be signed and appear as space Lisa McDonald and Shannon Klei make an permits each day. The limit for letter length is appearance, but the entire women’s basket- approximately 350 words. All letters must be typed. ball team had made a special trip together The editor reserves the right to edit and condense to Ball Memorial Hospital – in the freezing submissions for length as well as clarity. rain – to visit him. The name of the author is usually published These student-athletes took precious time but may be withheld for compelling reasons, such out of all of their own schedules to visit one as physical harm to the author. The editor decides of their biggest fans around. this on an individual basis and must consult the As a sports reporter, you’re supposed to writer before withholding the name. be subjective. You can’t be a fan because it Lengthy letters that focus on an issue affecting will show in your writing; however, it will be students might be considered for “Your Turn” col- hard not rooting for the Ball State women’s umns at the editor’s discretion. Those interested basketball team this winter. in submitting responses can submit a typed copy After all, because of this team, I know to the Daily News office, located in AJ 278. Grandpa Hank will have the strength to be Web feedback will be considered for use in the cheering them on himself. print edition. Grammar and spelling will not be edited. Write to Andrew at Ben rockey is a Ball State student. His views do not necessarily agree with those of the Daily News. [email protected]

The Daily News encourages its U.S. Sen. richard lugar U.S. rep. Mike Pence rep. dennis tyler Sen. Sue errington U.S. Sen. evan Bayh readers to voice their views on 306 Hart Bldg. U.S. 6th District Indiana Dist. 34 Indiana District 26 B40-2 Dirksen Senate Office legislative issues. The following Washington, D.C. 20510 1208 Longworth Bldg. 200 W. Washington St. 200 W. Washington St. Bldg. legislators represent the Ball (202) 224-4814 Washington, D.C. 20515 Indianapolis, Ind. 46204 Indianapolis, Ind. 46204 Washington, D.C. 20510 State community: (202) 225-3021 1-800-382-9842 1-800-382-9467 (202) 224-5623 FRIDAY, SeptembeR 12, 2008 l the bAll StAte DAIlY NewS SPORTS l PAGE 5 MONDAY The women’s golf team opens its SPORTSSPORTS season this weekend at the Nittany SPORTS EDITORS: Vinnie Lopes and Kyle Shaner Lion Invitational, fi nd out how the CONTACT: 285-8245; [email protected] Cardinals fared in Monday’s issue.

WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL Cardinals look for competitive edge McGinnis, who is averaging 34.4 Ball State is ready assists and 8.4 digs this season, said being intense from the very for road invitational beginning of the match produces better results for the team. after 3-hour meeting “I think what we need to do better is go out and compete Andrew Walker n Chief Reporter from the very beginning,” McGinnis said. “We always The Ball State University wom- tend to make a run for it kind en’s volleyball team didn’t prac- of later in the match right now, tice Wednesday morning. but that’s something that we’re Less than 10 hours after the working on as a team in prac- team’s 3-1 loss to IUPUI in which tice, and I think if we go out and the Cardinals won the fi rst set play with a lot of intensity this but lost the next three, coach weekend, then we’ll be fi ne.” Dave Boos wanted to instead Boos agreed. meet with his team to establish “I think that’s the key for us goals that will help in this week- – fi nding the level of competi- end’s DePaul Invitational. tiveness and intensity in every The team talked for three match,” Boos said. “I think the “quality” hours. team in our meeting understood “We just wanted to make sure that there’s a lot of value to that, that we learned from our cur- and I think we’re going to come rent lessons on the court,” Boos out and do a much better job on said. “We wanted the team to Friday and Saturday.” establish exactly where we’re On Friday, ready or not, the Car- going and establish the leader- dinals (2-6) face the University of ship within the team. I thought Denver in their opening match of it was a really productive meet- the DePaul Invitational. ing, and we’re looking forward The Pioneers (5-1) are com- to playing this weekend.” ing off three shutout victories With 10 newcomers on the against the University of Vir- team this season, such as fresh- ginia, the University of Iowa and men setter Brittany McGinnis the University of Tennessee last and defensive specialist Kaylee weekend to claim their own Pio- DN photo/JAmeS KARtholl, FIle Schembra, fi nding that balance neer Classic. Denver’s one loss the BAll StAte WoMen’S volleyBAll teAM gets ready to begin a match in Worthen Arena this past weekend. The Cardinals travel to Chicago this week- has been a work in progress. this season was to No. 17-ranked end for three matches in the DePaul Invitational, which features Ball State, DePaul, Denver and Texas-San Antonio. “I think the purpose of the Colorado State University. meeting was to discuss some “I think that Denver is hav- Denver is led by 2007 Sun Belt ond on the team with 439 kills, Madison in the University of DePaul Invitational team things that we could fi x to ing a really nice season so far,” Conference Defensive Player of had a team-best 40 service aces California’s Golden Bear Invita- help us become more success- Boos said. “They have a veteran the Year Kacie Wikierak. The and was second to Wikierak in tional. Returning for DePaul are Ball State begins its weekend ful,” said Schembra, who col- team that’s knocked off some sophomore libero collected a digs with 479 last season. sophomores Jacie Fielder and against the University of team-high 636 digs last season. Ball State next plays host DeP- Christy Landschoot. lected a match and career-high nice teams in Tennessee and Denver today. The Cardinals 22 digs against IUPUI. “I think Arkansas – two SEC schools – Also returning for the Pioneers aul University on Saturday. is senior outside hitter Holly The Blue Demons (1-4) are also play DePaul and Texas-San we got a good idea of what our so, they’re going to be tough For more on this story goals are and how we can work because they just have a lot of Benson. Benson, a 2007 All-SBC coming off their fi rst win of the Antonio in the tournament. together to achieve those goals.” experience on the fl oor.” Second Team selection, was sec- season Saturday against James visit bsudailynews.com

SOCCER BSU plays kickball to prepare for home opener

loose as they ran around laugh- fun. Let’s laugh,’ and they did.” it’s a good thing. I found out that time. It was a good change.” Alexander said, the advantage Cardinals use game ing, shouting and taking friend- Although both soccer and some girls can catch the ball, and In addition to the relaxing kick- Ball State has by playing at home ly shots at their teammates. kickball rely on a player’s abil- some girls don’t need to be catch- ball game, the Cardinals (1-3) is not having to travel. The rigors to have fun, relax “[Tuesday] was a very competi- ity to kick a ball, not all of the ing the ball. So it was just a lot of also get a break from the stress of traveling to games take a lot tive day with what we did. The Cardinals’ soccer abilities trans- fun for me to watch.” of playing on the road. So far all out of players, the senior said. after diffi cult start fi rst part of [Wednesday] was lated to kickball, making Lovett Midfi elder Katelyn Alexander, Ball State’s games this season The players also get the ad- very competitive,” coach Michael feel secure none of his players who was part of the team that were played on the road. vantage of having the home- Kyle Shaner n Co-Sports Editor Lovett said. “It was like, ‘We’re would give up soccer. won the inaugural kickball game “We’re ready to be home,” crowd support, Alexander said. home, let’s just have fun. Let’s “Some were lacking in kickball,” 19-8, said the game was a fun Lovett said. “ It’s nice to get The Cardinals open the week- The Ball State University soc- play a game to have fun, to relax, Lovett said with a laugh. “I think change of pace after spending away sometimes, but we’ve spent end with a 4 p.m. game against cer team found a new use for its to be loose and feel what it’s like that some forgot what it was like so much time practicing soccer. our fi rst three weeks on the Eastern Illinois University (0-5- soccer ball at practice Wednes- to be in fi fth grade again.’ The to be in fi fth grade and just use “It was nice to switch it up,” road, literally coming home for 1) at the Ball State Soccer Field. day – kickball. girls, they had a lot of fun with it. your toe. Soccer players from she said. “It’s always nice to a couple days of classes and hit- They will then play Southern After weeks of tiring road trips They weren’t worried about rules. about fi fth grade on are taught change the routine rather just ting the road again. That’s been Methodist University (1-2-1) at and practices, the Cardinals let It was just, ‘Let’s play. Let’s have not to use your toe, so I guess playing soccer every day, all the tough, and it’s taken its toll.” 1 p.m. Sunday.

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CARDINALS FOOTBALL Cards ready to zip through Akron QB comparison

Davis Jacquemain 80.8 Completion % 67.7 616 Yards 487 7 Touchdowns 5 2 Interceptions 1

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Lewis Allen 32 Carries 25 209 Yards 116 6.5 Average 4.6 1 Touchdowns 2

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DN photo/JAY SoweRS, FIle BAll StAte UnIverSIty heAd CoACh BrAdy hoke talks to the team late during the Cardinals' game against Navy on Sept. 5. Hoke said Akron is a "dag-gone good football team." Love Bowser 18 Receptions 8 336 Yards 117 a victory that impressed Cardi- Top 10 things to know about the game tradition for away games is to 18.7 Average 14.6 Undefeated Cards set nals’ coach Brady Hoke. practice at Scheumann Stadi- “It’s a hard place to play,” 10. Ball State’s 35-23 win Friday 5. Having a kangaroo as the um the day before and travel 3 Touchdowns 0 for biggest challenge Hoke said of the Courier Dome. should be a good omen for mascot is even worse. later that night. “When you look at Akron, and the Cardinals, who lost 35-23 4. Akron’s football team feels left However, Hoke will change Stats: averages so far in 2008 season you look at their skill players the last time they played at out after the men’s basketball his weekly routine and practice offensively and how active Akron. program received uniforms from at the Rubber Bowl — the Zips’ BSU Akron they are defensively — they’re home stadiu m — today because 487.5 Total yards 401.0 n 9. Ball State has a 7-10-1 all-time LeBron James this summer. Ryan Wood Chief Reporter going to blitz you, they’re go- the Cardinals haven’t played at 311.5 Passing yards 257.0 ing to bring people, they’re record in 18 games against 3. Brandon Crawford is going Akron since 2004. Sta n Pa r r ish was fi n ished w it h going to bring man coverage Akron. to find the fountain of youth, “This is one of the few plac- 176.0 Rushing yards 144.0 his interview Monday, but Ball — it’s going to be a big chal- 8. Nate Davis’ journey into the turn back his clock 10 years es we’ll practice because we 41.5 Points scored 29.5 State University’s offensive co- lenge. They’re a dag-gone good Heisman Trophy conversation and be selected in the NFL haven’t been there in [four] ordinator had one more thing football team, and we’ve got will begin Saturday. Draft after this season. years,” Hoke said. “... I think it’s he wanted to say before he ven- important [to be familiar with Stats: this season our work cut out for us.” 7. Dante Love will be even better. 2. Rubber Bowl is the name of tured back into his office. Ball State’s first Mid-American a stadium’s surroundings], es- BSU Akron “They’re the best team we’ve 6. Contrary to the opinion of the Akron’s football stadium, not Conference game of the season pecially when you haven’t been 2-0 Record 1-1 faced so far,” he said. might be even more dangerous rest of The Ball State Daily the name of a the university’s there in a while.” Parrish wasn’t alluding to the because it follows the statement News sports section, Zippy is orgy house. Playing in the team's first 83 Points for 59 Navy team that went 8-5 last victory it had Sept. 5. The Cardi- a horrible name for a kanga- 1. Ball State will be 3-0 for the hostile environment of the sea- 37 Points allowed 66 season and lost to the Cardi- nals’ 35-23 victory against Navy roo mascot. first time since 1988. son, a week after Scheumann nals on Friday. He was refer- improved their record to 2-0, Stadium was filled to capacity, Akron season ring to the University of Akron, marking the first time since his team’s big win wasn’t dif- you get beat. You have to have Hoke said, he hopes to see plen- the opponent Ball State plays at 1995 that Ball State has won its ficult for the players because that mind-set. You can’t just ty of Cardinal red in the stands Aug. 30: At No. 13 Wisconsin 38-17L 1 p.m. Saturday. first two games of the season. they know Akron is a quality think, ‘Oh, we’re playing so when the game kicks off. Sept 6: At Syracuse 42-28 W After a 4-8 record last season, Hoke said he allowed his play- opponent. and so, so it’ll be OK,’ because “Hopefully we’ll get a good the Zips opened 2008 with a ers to celebrate the victory that “Our conference is always a that’s not the case.” group of people coming up to 1-1 record against two BCS op- night before focusing on Akron tough conference, no matter Along with being the team’s Akron,” Hoke said. “People who Ball State season ponents. Akron beat Syracuse the next day in practice. who you play,” Crawford said. conference opener, Saturday’s really care about what’s going University 48-24 on the road at Defensive captain Brandon “Anyone can beat anyone, and game is also the first road trip on football-wise. Hopefully we’ll Aug. 28: vs. Northeastern 48-18 W the Courier Dome on Saturday, Crawford said moving on past if you don’t come out to play, of the season. Hoke’s common have a nice crowd there.” Sept 5: vs. Navy 35-23 W MAC ROUNDUP FIELD HOCKEY Throughout the college football season, Co-Sports editors Vinnie Lopes and Kyle Shaner and a guest picker will pick the winners of Mid-American Conference football games. This week’s guest picker is BSU's St. Louis players want former Ball State Daily News sports editor and sports columnist Will O’Hargan. Ball State (2-0) at Akron (1-1) Central Michigan (1-1) O’Hargan: Miami 1 p.m. Saturday at Ohio (0-2) Western Michigan (1-1) win vs. hometown school Lopes: Ball State 2 p.m. Saturday at Idaho (1-1) Shaner: Ball State Lopes: Central Michigan 5 p.m. Saturday O’Hargan: Ball State Shaner: Central Michigan Lopes: Western Michigan coming up for the weekend,” In action Cards finally play Hammer said. Temple (1-1) at Buffalo (1-1) O’Hargan: Ohio Shaner: Western Michigan O’Hargan: Western Michigan Ha m mer’s pa rents w i l l ma ke Noon Saturday ESPN Delaware State (1-0) their home opener the trip from St. Louis and Gameplan/ESPN360.com at Kent State (0-2) Bowling Green (1-1) at Boise won’t be the only ones mak- Lopes: Buffalo 2 p.m. Saturday State (1-0) after three weeks ing the five-hour drive from Shaner: Buffalo Lopes: Kent State 8 p.m. ESPN Gameplan/ the Gateway City to Muncie. Ball State will also play host O’Hargan: Temple Shaner: Kent State ESPN360.com n Teddy Cahill Staff Reporter to St. Louis University Sunday. BSU (1-3-0) vs. Michigan (1-3-0) O’Hargan: Kent State Lopes: Boise State St. Louis and Michigan will Toledo (0-1) at The Ba l l State Un ive rsit y fie ld Home opener, 3 p.m. Friday Shaner: Bowling Green play each other Saturday. Eastern Michigan (1-1) Charleston Southern (0-2) hockey team hopes it will get O’Hargan: Boise State “There are a couple of girls Noon Saturday at Miami (0-2) a couple program firsts with a Michigan comes into Muncie I want to show some things Lopes: Eastern Michigan 3 p.m. Saturday win in its first home game of ranked 16th in the coach's poll. to,” Hammer said. the season today. The Wolverines are 1-3 on the Shaner: Toledo Lopes: Miami If Hammer plays the way The Cardinals open the season, identical to Ball State, O’Hargan: Eastern Michigan Shaner: Miami she did the first weekend of home portion of their sched- but the three teams they lost to competition against the Uni- ule against the University of are ranked one, two and three versity of Richmond and Da- Michigan at 3 p.m. In addi- in the country. Despite Michi- vidson College, she should tion to not having to board a gan’s reputation, Payne said, the have no problem making an bus for the game, Ball State is team needs to focus on itself. Arrest: Receiver did not know of warrant impression on her former “We have to go in there looking to win its first home high school opponents. opener since beating North- and take care of Ball State,” Continued from PAGE 1 legal counsel which caused made any catches this season. Hammer scored three goals western University 2-1 in 2002 Payne said. “Michigan is fast, him to miss a court appear- Overton is at least the third that weekend in the Miami and to snap a seven-game los- they’re strong and they’re Overton was arrested again ance,” coach Brady Hoke said Ball State athlete to be arrested Kick-off Classic, including the ing streak to the Wolverines. quick. We need to do what Sunday after a Ball State police in a press release. “The court since Aug. 23. game win ner in the Cardinals’ “[The team] practices here we can to be prepared.” officer was dispatched to a fight appearance was for an incident “Student-athletes are high- 2-0 defeat of Davidson. Those day in and day out,” coach An- The team prepared all week at a house on Bethel Avenue, ac- which occurred in the summer profile individuals on a college three goals make her the lead- nette Pay ne sa id. “It’s a com fort in practice, trying to improve cording to a police report. The of 2007. He made a mistake last campus, and therefore, when ing scorer for Ball State. Ham- place for them. It’s their home a n at t a c k t h at w a s st a g n a nt l a st officer found Overton and three summer, and that is something they make mistakes, those mis- mer said she was recruited by away from home and their weekend. It is unclear whether other men sitting on the front we take very seriously. We have takes are very public,” athletics St. Louis but chose Ball State family away from home.” the team will be without last porch. After the officer ran war- taken measures to assure bet- director Tom Collins said in instead of the Billikens. While the game presents a year’s leading scorer Brooke rant checks, Overton was found ter decision making from Wade a press release. “We do every- “I just loved it way more,” chance for the players to play MacGillivary, who missed the to have a warrant for the failure and all the student-athletes in thing we can to try and educate Hammer said. in front of their “family away last two games with an undis- to appear charge and was ar- our program.” the over 400 student-athletes at Sophomore midfielder Maura from home,” some players w i ll closed injury. Payne refused to rested, according to the report. Overton could face up to a Ball State. We take any charge Sawicki is also from St. Louis be playing in front of their ac- comment on the situation. The Overton said he did not know $5,000 fine and one year in pris- against any of our student- and sophomore midfielder tual families. Senior forward team has also been working to there was a warrant for his ar- on if convicted on both of the athletes very seriously, and we Gretchen Lulow is from Ball- Casey Hunsicker said her shore up its defense after al- rest and his lawyer told him he charges and if they are served work with the university to be win, Mo., a St. Louis suburb. parents come to every home lowing 37 shots in two games would not have to be in court if concurrently. sure the proper channels are Before those players get a game, and freshman forward last weekend. he received a summons, accord- Overton played for Valparaiso followed in the university’s sys- chance toplay some of their for- Brittany Hammer will get a “We’ve been working on a lot ing to the report. University before he transferred tem and in the judicial system. mer rivals, the Cardinals will chance to play for her family of stuff with the defense,” Hun- “Wade Overton had some to Ball State. He red-shirted in We w i l l conti nue to prov ide pro- get a chance to play their first for the first time in college. sicker said. “A lot of things we miscommunication with his 2006 as a walk-on and did not grams to educate and inform ranked opponent of the season. can take directly into Friday.” see action last year. He has not all of our student-athletes.” “Both of my parents are