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A group of archery athletes participate in the Outdoor Archery-Compound on Friday, June 7 at the UCO practice soc- Targets filled with arrows stand as athletes cer field for the 2013 Endeavor Games. Photo by Michael McMillian, The Vista. 0 take their aim during the qualifying round of the 2013 Endeavor Games event, Outdoor Ar- chery-Compound. Photo by Cyn Sheng Ling, CONTINUED ON PAGE 3 The Vista. MCI student accepted for 2013 Music in Marche performance in Mondavio, Italy

Tyler Talley, Contributing Writer

. Tookah Sapper will participate in the Music in the Marche's this summer came mainly due to the assistance of family,' 2013 summer program in Mondavio, Italy from June 9 to July friends and fans on the crowd-funding website, Indiegogo. 6, thanks to a successful online campaign to fund her atten- The website allows anyone to raise money for film, music, dance. charity, small businesses, gaming, theater and more. Unlike : Sapper is currently a vocal performance major and a col- crowd-funding websites, Sapper said that Indiegogo gives the laborative piano minor at UCO. She began piano lessons at option for users to choose flexible funding. This allows users the age of five, and began formal voice lessons in high school. to receive their funds even if their initial goals are not met. Sapper said she accredits her continuing musical passion to Users hoping to raise money on the site are encouraged to her mentors. campaign on various social media outlets,andprovide _perks_ "I was very lucky to have such dedicated music teachers as an incentive for people to fund their projects. They are then growing up," Sapper said. "They really prepared me for col- typically given 30 days to raise their desired goals. lege and I would not be where I am today were it not for Sapper's overall goal was $7,400. This covered tuition, air- them." fare, housing and other expenses. She had not only met her Sapper continues to remain musically active, and has par- goal, but exceeded it with 29 benefactors contributing to her ticipated in numerous performances at UCO, including the cause. opera "Dido and Aeneas" this past April. It was during this While in Mondavio, Sapper's schedule will consist of ex- production that Sapper auditioned for Dr. Jeffrey Peterson, tensive vocal training on a daily basis, including weekly stu- the artistic director of the Music in the Marche. She, along dio classes, diction classes, and master classes. She also will with two other UCO music students, was accepted into the be able to participate in numerous cultural activities while program. abroad. :After being accepted, Sapper said she needed to find a way As she prepares to leave for four weeks overseas, Sapper to raise funds in order to attend. said she finds herself incredibly humbled at the generosity of "A lot of singers raise money for summer programs by giv- the people that donated. ing a series of recitals in which they ask people for donations," "What really makes me happy is knowing that all of these Sapper said. "I really wanted to do this, but my schedule was people are not only supporting me, but they are supporting I Tookah Sapper has been accepted to participate in tht too hectic to work in the time needed to plan and perform a classical music and opera," Sapper said. "I am so grateful to 2013 Music in Marche program in Modavio, Italy as a part recital series." have the opportunity to better myself as a singing artist, and of her vocal performance and piano education. Photo It was only after a dinner with a friend that Sapper got the to have so many people who are helping me along the way" provided. idea to turn elsewhere for funding. Sapper said her attendance Congress votes on immigration reform said-a-mouthful title of the "Border Security, Economic Op- leaders, who want to make it easier for the U.S. to attract portunity and Immigration Modernization Act of 2013." highly educated immigrants and to legally bring in more The bill cleared its first procedural hurdle in the Senate on lower-skilled workers such as farm laborers. Thursday, and President Barack Obama hopes to have a bill on his desk by the fall. WHAT'S THE PROBLEM? What's in the bill? Is there a Plan B? And who are all these Talk about "comprehensive immigration reform" generally immigrants, once you get past the big round numbers? centers on four main questions: A big dose of facts, figures and other information to help —What to do about the 11 million-plus immigrants who understand the current debate: live in the U.S. without legal permission. —How to tighten border security. WHY NOW? —How to keep businesses from employing people who Major problems with U.S. immigration have been around are in the U.S. illegally for decades. —How to improve the legal immigration system, now so President George W. Bush tried to change the system and convoluted that the adjective "Byzantine" pops up all too fre- failed. Obama promised to overhaul it in his first term, but quently. San Antonio, Texas ayor Julian Castro, center, ap- never did. plauds President Barack Obama in the East Room of In Obama's second term, he's making immigration a prior- WHATS the White House in Washington, Tuesday, June 11, 2013, THE GANG OF EIGHT? after the president spoke about immigration reform. ity, and Republicans also appear ready to deal. A group of four Democrats and four Republicans in the From left are, Los Angeles Police Chief William Bratton, Why the new commitment? Senate that crafted a bill to address all four questions. In a US Chamber of Commerce CEO Thomas Donohue and Obama won 71 percent of Hispanic voters in his 2012 nutshell, this proposal would tighten border controls, allow Castro. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci) re-election campaign, and he owes them. Last year's elec- more high- and low-skilled workers to legally immigrate, re- tion also sent a loud message to Republicans that they can't WASHINGTON (AP) — After years of gridlock, this may quire employers to verify their workers have legal status, and ignore this pivotal voting bloc. be the moment when Congress at last does something about create an opportunity for those who are in the U.S. illegally It's been the kind of breathtaking turnaround you rarely the millions of immigrants living illegally in the U.S. to eventually become citizens. see in politics. Plus, there's growing pressure from business All eyes are on a 900-page Senate proposal with the you-

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Cartoon by Evan Oldham 11;111 CAMPUS QUOTES If you could study abroad to any country, which would it be and why?

ULISES SERRANO TIFFANY SHIRLEY HALLIE MCCARTNEY Music Business- Senior Psychology-Junior Biologic ii Science- Senior

"England, so I could be a part of the "Iceland. Because they have some "I would like to study in Paris. I "France or London. I've learned atmosphere and culture. That area of the worlds most beautiful scen- like the culture and the unique his- French for seven years. It would is close by to places like Rome and ery and active volcanoes. They have tory." be great if I got to use it. London, I Greece." really good music too." really like England and there is no langage barrier." Page 3 News June 12, 2013 THE VISTA Opinion You never thought you in the same way she did. as my favorite because I got to Now that you know a little would finally finish, but the First, I wanted to tell you include my own two cents, or about me, I would love to clay has come. Your gown all a little about myself so you three or four. hear from my readers as well. • drapes behind you as you have an idea of where these This past semester, I was of- I believe interaction is cru- walk across the stage, proud sometimes bizarre thoughts fered the opportunity to write cial when it comes to being a but even more relieved that come from. for The Vista. The little girl writer. somehow you graduated 'Col- I grew up in Moore, Okla. inside of me jumped up and I would love to receive feed- lege. before moving to Edmond in down and called every person back or have my readers con- With every graduating middle school. There must be I know to tell them all about tact me if they are interested class, many bright and talent- something in the water here, the great news. This started in a certain subject and are cu- ed friends go with it. Those since I have yet to leave this the pavement for a new path. rious about my point of view. graduates have a chance to go town. Maybe it's just the free I have only ever lived in My email is sarmstrong7@ out into the world and make food and cable my parents still Oklahoma, but my heart has uco.edu and my Twitter is @ vie something of themselves. provide. always been obsessed with steviearmstrong. They, also give those behind I am a junior journalism the ocean. This leads me into It's my honor to write for them the opportunity to fol- major who loves reaching oth- my abSolute favorite hobby, you. Without readers, there low in their footsteps; hat's ers through writing. I have which has even turned into a would be no writers. Pavement for a Path where I come into play. always had a knack for writ- side gig, scuba diving. If you regularly pick up a ing, but was never sure what I Most people raise their eye- Sincerely, SteVie copy of The Vista, you may wanted to do with it. I've writ- brows when I tell them about be used to reading Little Miss ten short stories, poetry, edi- this, especially living in Okla- By Stevie Armstrong Sunshine's articles. I have the torials, blog posts, and news homa. But the surprise is what honor to express my opinions articles. Editorials stood out makes it all the better.,

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From June 6 — 9, the University of Central Oklahoma held the 14th annual Endeavor games, a competition through various sports for athletes with physical disabilities. The competition is nationally recognized, and sanctioned by U.S. Paralympics, a division of the U.S. Olympic Committee. The games took place at various locations in and around Edmond, including UCO, , Lake Arcadia, and along the Oklahoma River at the Oklahoma City Boathouse District. Events included archery, cycling, sitting volleyball, powerlifting, shooting, basketball, various track and field com- petitions, and paracanoeing along the Oklahoma River.

UCO kinesiology students visit Seoul for study abroad program /11 Emily Crowder, Contributing Writer A group of six kinesiology stu- the week except Wednesdays. On dents from UCO are leaving for Wednesdays, the students will be Hanyang University on June 27, free to go on group excursions, to study abroad in Seoul, South giving them the opportunity to Korea for one month. explore and engage in the local The students will be taking a culture and attractions of Seoul. three credit hour course in Out- "I found this opportunity to be - door and Community Recreation, a, very exciting and an educational focusing on tourism and recre- adventure that would be beneficial

ation at the South Korean univer- for a greater learning experience in sity. UCO has a partnership with a diverse setting," Larkin said.

Hanyang University allowing the UCO has an office for academic St. Mary's Episcopal Church students to personally finance the affairs located on the campus of course fees and pay for the course Inje University in Gimhae, South through the bursar's office at UCO. Korea. The UCO Korean office VBS 2013 Outdoor and Community Rec- works with it's five partner uni- reation student, Haleigh Larkin, versities: Hanyang University, Pu- 22, is traveling with the group and kyong National University, Busan June 18 - 21 * 6 - 8:00 p.m. her main goal is to fully immerse University of Foreign Studies, herself in the South Korean cul- Hoseo University, Inje Univer- Pre-K through 5th ture and learn and grow from the sity, and Silla University, allowing experience not only as a student, UCO students and Korean stu- but as an individual as well. dents to get help and information To register go online "This will be my first time ex- while studying abroad. UCO will • tensively exploring a foreign na- be the largest group represented at. www.stmarysedmond.org tion and learning in a different this international program. There atmosphere and university. I hope' will be faculty and students froth 0.11.6

PA - to gain a greater sense of cultural at least 55 countries worldwide. • differences and attain a higher lev- "Being a full-time student at the rf)" el of societal and lifestyle customs University of Central Oklahoma of the many different nationalities for the past four years, transferring 325 East First Street I Edmond, OK 73034 I (405) 341-3855 that will be in attendance at Han- briefly to a new scholastic arena yang," Larkin said. will be a change that I welcome The itinerary for the trip is cen- greatly and cannot wait. for the tered on the class schedule, which opportunity of a life time," Larkin will meet everyday throughout said. Page 4 Classifieds June 12, 2013 THEVISTA

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S orts JPuange ei 25, 2013 THEVISTA Special UCO Rowing places Nationally Coaches talk about the success and struggle of a young team

UCO Women's rowing team placed fifth in national competition. Photos provided by Bronchosports.com .

large teams, who compete solely in is key for the coaches. Most of their can be difficult to find success, but sion I team. This year, the team has Austin Litterell varsity-eight races. The Bronchos, members are foinier walk-ons. As- the Bronchos rowing team has got- become more of a mainstay in the alongside UC San Diego, competed sistant Travis Hall talked ten a glimpse at that success. Now, world of rowing as the at-large teams. about the importance of being able the difficult thing for the Lady "I think this season continued Contributing Writer The varsity-eight races were to convince students to join. Bronchos is to be able to maintain the turn, last year started that," Hall comprised of boats with eight row- "For us walk-on recruiting is ex- that success. Hall believes experi- said. Earlier this week, the University ers each, as well as each team's cox- tremely important. A majority of ence is the key to improvement The Bronchos row into the off- of Central Oklahoma experienced swain. our team members are walk-ons. "For us to build upon the suc- season looking to become stronger another success, as the women's The Bronchos finished in fifth We look for people who are athlet- cess, it's about gaining experience. and faster as a team. Two sturdy rowing team qualified for the NCAA place out of six boats competing in ic, very driven, and open to learn- For us, we try to see as many Divi- seasons have helped UCO in its Division II rowing championships the races, placing fifth for a second ing a new sport." sion II teams as possible by travel- efforts to become an established and competed for a national title. consecutive year. Despite being in Two All-Americans on the team, ing." program. Even though they lose After only a few seasons under a position that many teams would Jenna Goodner and Michaela Stam, Hall also mentioned that travel- their two All-Americans to gradu- their belt, the women's rowing team have loved to be in, Head Coach are prime examples of the impor- ing to different places across the ation, most of their team remains received their second consecutive Andy Derrick and the team thought tance in seeking out talent. Good- country helps the team get a feel for intact, as they are graduating only invitation to the National Champi- they could have done better in the ner and Stam both walked on to the the speed of other teams. one other senior. With a majority onships, held in Indianapolis. Na- event. team to begin their careers. Though This season was a great season of the team returning, there is cer- tional Championship competitions As a young, small program, there the season just ended, walk-on re- for the Bronchos. The team ac- tainly hope for a bright future for consist of teams chosen from three are not many scholarship opportu- cruiting starts now for Coach Der- complished many firsts for the pro- the UCO rowing program. different regions, which are eli- nities given out for rowing. Because rick and his assistants. gram. From winning the San Diego gible for team competition, and at- of this, finding undiscovered talent For programs just starting out, it Classic, to beating Kansas, a Divi-

Opinion The Rounds: The Superman of Sports

Looking at both their strengths the ability to crush any city or the as the greatest regular season QB son got out the gates a little slow and their weaknesses a.k.a. their country's hearts. Its not like he's of all-time, but his playoff record in the first half of the season, but kryptonite. never accepted the villain role be- is less than desired. Going 9-12 in when his team needed him the Some honorable mentions to fore. Don't believe me? Go check his career in the playoffs with the most, he jumped in his phone this list would be soccer super- out his Nike villain commercial Colts and Broncos in many games booth and through the cape and star Lionel Messi, UFC fighter and see. they were heavily favored. While carried them to four straight wins Jon "Bones" Jones, slugger Miguel 3. Tiger Woods — If I had writ- it's not all Manning's fault and 172 to end the regular season and put Cabrera, five-tool star Mike Trout, ten this a few years ago, this may has won one Super Bowl, you them in the playoffs. Kevin Durant, Tom Brady Calvin be the "Superman" of sports. Re- would think a player of his stature Along the way he finished nine Johnson and Aaron Rodgers. member the '08 U.S. Open? Mak- would have accomplished a little yards short of the all-time single The four standouts I have cho- ing his way up and down Torrey more. season rushing record with 2,097 yards and rushing for 12 touch- Sam Philbeck sen, have made that leap to super Pines on his bum left knee. An Manning is essentially Captain human with amazing displays of iconic moment in the game of golf America with his incredible lead- downs. athleticism and freak ability and for one of its biggest icons Of all ership, who I believe will over- The season earned him MVP Sports Columnist leadership. All four have out- time. His incredible drives and his come any short comings left in his honors and solidified him as the This week Warner Bros. releases standing humanitarian work that super sight ability to read greens career much like Steve Rogers did best back in the game. upon the world a new take on make them standout as well. has made him appear super hu- and claim more glory. His mixture of strength (his Superman, arguably the greatest These three of the four came man at times compared to others While I've chosen four out- hand shake can bring a man to superhero of all time in Zack Sny- close, but something stood out in his profession. standing choices, there can be his knees), speed, power and con- der's "Man of Steel." that made me a little too hesitant Weaknesses? Women. Well this only one "Superman" and that fidence is unmatched at his posi- While Captain America may to give them the title. could be said about any man, but man is.... tion and arguably in the game to- have been the first superhero, Su- 4. LeBron James — The clear cut in Tiger's case it became a huge Adrian Peterson. day perman is the true definition of and undisputed best basketball weakness. The stories of Tiger's Ever since I first saw Peterson Weaknesses? It used to be fum- being a superhero. The new look player on the planet. The 6'8", infidelities are well known by now on field at the U.S. Army All- bles, but he has fixed that problem Supes has fans of his (For the re- 250-pound beast shows flashes of and threw his career for a loop at American game I knew he was with only five fumbles in the last cord, I'm a fan of Batman, but this brilliance and super human like the time. special. Then he came to Okla- three seasons, compared to nine- still looks great) and fans of corn- ability with high-flying dunks or While that hasn't been the case homa and everyone saw just how teen is his first three. I'd say it's ic books and comic book films blocks like Sunday's block on Ti- recently, as he has found a new special he could be. on his own team with his quarter- around the world buzzing. ago Splitter. woman in his life, in the form of Nicknamed A.D. (All Day) he backs. Christian Ponder showed All that in mind, this week I've Weaknesses? On the basketball super skier Lindsey Vonn, it is set records his freshman year with some flashes last season that been making the rounds to find court, none. Mentally, he is bet- still tabloid worthy. Something he most rushing yards in a season for showed it could help Peterson in out who could be considered and ter than he's ever been, especially doesn't_ need. a frosh (1,925) and at the time the long run and their quest for a who is the "Superman" of the once he realized he can just blow In the end, look at him more had the highest finish for a fresh- title, but he'll need to improve and sports world. past people to get to the basket. as Bruce Wayne, than Clark Kent. man in Heisman voting (should've be more consistent. If Superman were an athlete, The one weakness that stands out Billionaire playboy, who's alter won it.) He was plagued with in- So there you have it. Adrian Pe- he'd be a five-tool player in his to me is his ego. ego had to be broken first before juries, but always seemed to come terson, a.k.a. "All Day," or known sleep. His attributes? Faster than I know many athletes have egos, he could rise up and take charge back stronger finishing as the sec- in Minnesota as Purple Jesus, is a speeding bullet, can leap tall but I think James' is bigger than again. Something that Tiger ap- ond leading rusher in OU history. the man I believe is the closest buildings in a single bound, x-ray most. Whether he's wearing "LBJ pears to be doing now. A major Since being drafted, in his six thing we have to "Superman" in vision, superhuman strength and MVP," shirts or doing hour long would be a nice stamp on him be- seasons playing in Minnesota, all sports today. His strength, leader- a hero-like mentality. specials like "The Decision," (I ing back. he's done is rush for close to 8,850 ship, confidence and humanitar- His weaknesses? Only one. blame a lot of that on the evil em- 2. Peyton Manning — Manning's yards and 76 touchdowns. Break- ian work put him above the rest. Kryptonite. A green crystal or sub- pire know as ESPN as well.) his leadership is second to none. The ing the record for the most rush- Things may change this upcom- stance from his home planet that ego stands out more as a negative respect he commands from his ing yards in a game his rookie year ing season, a seasoned veteran or makes him seem human when he than a positive if he were just con- teammates and gets is incredible. with (294) and making his mark second year player may give us comes into contact with it. fident. It wouldn't surprise me if His ability to dissect defenses and in history with last year's historic something new to strive for, but So while no athlete has these LeBron said he was the best in the his accuracy make him appear to season. until then. "super" types of attributes there world, because it's true, but it also be sent from another planet. Corn- No one is supposed to be as It's truth, justice and the All Day are those who from human stan- wouldn't surprise me if he said at ing off of four neck surgeries, this good as he was last year after an Way. dards are more exception in some some point he's the best all-time, former .Super Bowl champion and ACL tear, but he was. Setting a cases and others that appear to which isn't. four-time MVP led a Broncos team new standard for returning from jokingly be "from another planet." Ultimately, when I think of LeB- last year to incredible heights ACL injuries, a standard a future While searching high and low, ron in super terms, I think of him earning Comeback Player of the superman in RGIII may follow I've found four athletes that many as a super villain. A villain with Year and looks to do more this this upcoming season. Denzel-like charisma, an ego so year. Only missing one game between consider to be from another plan- Follow Sam on Twitter big he needs a limo for it to be Weaknesses The playoffs. Man- the 2011 game he was injured to et, but only one coming close to @SamPhilbeck25 the standards Superman has set. driven to and from the arena and ning has been recognized by many the season opener in 2012, Peter-

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Contributing Writer UCO football Head Coach Nick football team." Bobeck is stressing the basics as his Bobeck's squad has matured and team begins its second full season gained lots of ground since signing in the Mid-America Intercollegiate almost an entire team of high school Athletics Association. athletes over the last two years. "Getting kids experience, teach- These young Bronchos have en-. ing schemes, and getting kids un- dured an entire season in the MIAA, derstanding what we're going to ask and the experience is present. of them. That's the biggest thing," "We knew there were going to be Coach Bobeck said. growing pains, but we also want to The Bronchos are a very win football games and we can do young team this season, with a ros- that," Bobeck said. "We want kids ter consisting of '11 returning se- that have a little bit of attitude to niors, 10 juniors, and more than 25 them and are going to play the game freshmen. Coach Bobeck feels confi- the correct way" dent about his new class. Bobeck is especially pleased with "We're excited about these kids," the linebacker group his staff has Bobeck said. "We've got kids that fit. built in the last two years since he's

They aren't necessarily older kids, taken the reigns for the Bronchos as but they have at least been through head coach. the season. They've got some experi- "Our linebacker group has done a ence about them and some under- really good job. We're more athletic standing as far as the physicality and at that position," Bobeck said. the tempo of the league. It's always The Bronchos will open the good to have kids who are experi- 2013 season at Missouri Southern enced." on Thursday, Sept. 5, with the team's It's to be expected the 65-player debut at home on Sept. 14 against squad of Bronchos will need to Pittsburg State. compete for every inch they gain Home games are scheduled for this season. Healthy competition at Sept. 14 (PSU), Sept. 21 (Emporia every position will be essential for State), Oct. 5 (Missouri Western), the Varsity squad. The team hasn't Oct. 19 (Central Missouri), and had a full-pad workout since Spring Homecoming, which occurs on Nov. Training, but the last practices were 2 (Lincoln). Pre-season drills will very effective. begin early August. "It's a night and day difference "We've got some guys that have from last year at this time," Bobeck played. We feel good with the class said. "Our kids understand our we signed. We're going to continue drills, the tempo we want in prac- to grow and we're going to continue tice and things of that nature. We're to get better." UCO Head Football Coach Nick Bobeck addresses his team. Photo provided by Bronchosports.com. a stronger football team, a faster Baseball roncho Fall Football Schedule Phillips and Bailey lead the way Game 1 Thurs, September 5, 6:00 p.m. Joplin, Mo. University of Central Oklahoma Bronchos vs. Missouri Southern State University

Game 2 Sat, September 14, 6:00 p.m. Wantland Stadium. University of Central Oklahoma Bronchos vs. Pittsburg State University

Game 3 Sat, September 21, 6:00 p.m. Waritland Stadium. Cincinnati Reds' Brandon Phillips hits a grand slam against the dur- University of Central Oklahoma Bronchos ing the third inning of a baseball game Monday, June 10, 2013, in Chicago. (AP vs. Photo/Jim Prisching) Emporia State Universtiy The Associated Press CHICAGO (AP) — Brandon Phillips and he gave Cincinnati exactly what it needed Game 4 Homer Bailey were all the Cincinnati Reds and picked up his first win since May 25 Sat, September 28, 2:37 p.m. Topeka, Kan. needed to recover from a tough weekend. against the Cubs. University of Central Oklahoma Bronchos Phillips hit a grand slam and matched his He gave up one unearned run and four vs. career high with six RBIs and Bailey pitched hits while striking out eight to improve to Washburn University (MIAA TV Game) eight strong innings, and the Reds extended 7-2 against Chicago, which fell to 7-19 in their dominance over the Chicago Cubs the NL Central. Bailey threw 120 pitches, Game 5 with a 6-2 win Monday night in foggy con- his second most of the season and third Sat, October 5, 6:00 p.m. Wantland Stadium. ditions at Wrigley Field. 100-plus pitch start of the season, sparing University of Central Oklahoma Bronchos Across town, the and a bullpen that worked four innings in Sun- were delayed over an day's 11-4, 10-inning loss to the Cardinals. vs. hour because of dense fog but the Cubs and Going deep into the game and trying to Missouri Western State University Reds were never halted. save the bullpen wasn't on Bailey's mind, The Reds were in a hurry to rebound however. Game 6 from a weekend series loss to NL Central- "If you do that you're not going to make it Sat, October 12, 1:OOp.m Maryville, Mo. leading St: Louis. The Cardinals had lost out of the fourth," Bailey said. "I just wanted University of Central Oklahoma Bronchos four of five overall. to be aggressive and try to be very efficient." vs. "We were embarrassed over the weekend, Feldman's night wasn't as good. Northwest Missouri State University. personally and as an organization and as a He pitched six innings and allowed five team," said. "We'll get runs and seven hits to lose his first decision Game 7 them again many, many times." since May 24 at Cincinnati, the other time The Reds don't play St. Louis again until he's allowed five earned runs this season. Sat, October 19, 1:00 p.m. Wantland Stadium. Aug. 2-4, and before then will have to be Unfortunately for Feldman, the Reds did University of Central Oklahoma Bronchos content with beating the Cubs, something not have trouble in the fog. The Cubs lost vs. they do regularly. Cincinnati has won 10 for the sixth time in eight games since a University of Central Missouri straight at Wrigley Field, eight of 10 over five-game winning streak. the overall this season, and 17 of the teams' "I was hoping it would make it harder for Game 8 last 20 matchups. them to pick up the ball," Feldman said. On Monday, all the Reds' runs were driv- "Apparently it didn't work." Sat, November 2, 2:OOp . m Wantland Stadium. University of Central'Oklahoma Bronchos en in by Phillips, who had an RBI single in Baker said he lost track of Luis Valbue- the first, connected off Scott Feldman (5-5) na's fly ball to left during the bottom of the in the third and an RBI groundout in the first that was caught by Xavier Paul, and he Lincoln University (Homecoming) eighth for his fourth-career game of six and Cubs manager Dale Sveum had doubts RBIs. whether the game would continue. Game 9 Phillips had been 2 for his last 12 but hit "Obviously it couldn't get any worse oth- Sat, November 9, 1:OOp.m Bolivar, Mo. his 152nd as a Reds second base- erwise you'd have to stop it," Sveum said "It University of Central Oklahoma Bronchos man, tying Joe Morgan for the most by a was borderline as it was." vs second baseman in team history. There was no doubt about how much Southwest Baptist University His six RBIs gave him 615, surpassing Cincinnati needed to win Monday after Morgan's 612 for the most as a Cincinnati a tough weekend against a team Phillips Game 10 second baseman. called the best in baseball. Sat, November 16, 1:OOp.m Tahlequah, Okla. "It just means I've been over here too long "For us to come out and play the way to do that because Joe Morgan. is the best did today, it's awesome," Phillips said. "We Bronchos second baseman to play this game," Phillips hCiUnced back From a loss, a tough loss we vs. said. "For me to be in the same category as had at home. We just came here and got key Northeastern State University him, it's an honor." hits in key situations, and got a win. Bailey (4-4) didn't make any history, but

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