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Volume 92, Issue 35 MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2012 dailytitan.com TITANS ARE PLAYOFF BOUND CAMPUS | Mihaylo Business center establishes 18- member board Notable professionals are member of the Mihaylo College Ex- chosen to help students ecutive Council Advisory Board, said. develop leadership skills “This is why the Center for Leader- ship is such an important center DANIEL HERNANDEZ within the college.” Daily Titan Arbues, one of 18 members on the advisory board, is president and chief Cal State Fullerton’s Leadership client advocate of Client Advocate Center, housed in the College of Network in Santa Ana. Business and Economics, established “Leadership skills can be de- an 18-member advisory board last veloped over time, some through week made up of business profes- classroom lecture, but mostly from sionals from around the community, real-world experiential learning from school officials said. those who have been there and done The board was brought together to that,” he said. help develop programs and initiatives The center also started a Leadership that assist students and members of Scholars Program. It had 114 mem- the business community in leadership bers as of October and 175 now en- development, officials said. rolled, said Barbuto. “The advisory board guides all ini- The program saw a growth at the tiatives of the center, which includes beginning of the semester in the form academic programs, extracurricular of a 47-percent increase in members opportunities for students and an ex- from August to October. ecutive program,” said John Barbuto Additionally, the Scholars Program Jr., Ph.D., director of the center and as- provides undergraduate students with sociate professor of management. “We access to some of Orange County’s are pleased that so many leaders have most “prominent and successful ex- joined with us to help us work to meet ecutives through a speaker series and the leadership needs of our region.” networking receptions,” Barbuto Established to link together the said. The events are conducted once a business community and the college, month—four times per semester. ALEX CALISH / For the Daily Titan the Center For Leadership developed “Our students wear business attire Senior forward Jesse Escalante and sophomore defender Mark Vasquez celebrate after a goal on Senior Night. Escalante scored in 2009 and held its first major event and come to campus for a 2-4 p.m. in the 73rd minute of the game, it was his eighth of the year. The Titans head to UC Davis in a semi-final match-up on Wednesday. in spring of 2010. Friday afternoon Leadership Scholars With several initiatives on hand event,” Barbuto said. “And they hear for the center, the lure of a big busi- executives share their insights and ness program at CSUF and many wisdom across a number of themes, Happy ending to ‘Senior Night’ alumni scattered across Orange followed by a reception that gives County businesses, Barbuto said the students one-on-one opportunities to program was able to attract notable glean insights from these executives Men’s soccer defeats the Highlanders 2-1, will play No. 1 UC Davis on Wednesday professionals to its board. that have so generously volunteered “The motto for the Mihaylo Col- their time and energy to give back to RODRIGO RUIZ ence, 21 points) Wednesday at 2 p.m. November evening with the stadium crowd lege of Business as it relates to its stu- the Mihaylo students.” For the Daily Titan Saturday night’s match was a high stakes af- buzzing with excitement, drums and vuvuzelas dents is that they are ‘Ready to Work, fair. It was the final game at Titan Stadium this added to the atmosphere. Ready to Lead,’” Greg S. Arbues, a SEE LEADERS, 2 Goals by senior forwards Gerzon Blanco year and represented a chance for CSUF and Before the match seven seniors—Mario and Jesse Escalante were central to the Titan UCR to earn their ticket to advance in the Big Alvarez, Jonathan Birt, Gerzon Blanco, Jame- cause Saturday as the Cal State Fullerton men’s West playoffs. A win or tie would guarantee son Campbell, Jesse Escalante, Bobby Reiss and LOCAL | Motivational speaker soccer team defeated UC Riverside 2-1 on Se- safe passage for the Titans. Nick Swart—were honored as their family par- nior Night at Titan Stadium. “A win or a draw would have gotten us ticipated in the celebration. It was a special mo- The win ensured the continuation of the Ti- through, but there was not one time in any of ment for the seniors. tans’ 2012 season. The Titans (8-11-1, 4-6-1 in our preparation that I’ve ever mentioned it. The “It’s a bit emotional during the presenta- Disabled MLB player conference, 13 points) will play in the Big West reason was because our intent was to go out and tion, you’re saying goodbye to all your team- Conference playoffs. Head Coach Bob Am- win the game,” said Ammann. mates and your coaches,” said senior forward mann’s team will advance as the 2nd seed in the The Titans had to fend off the desperate in- Jameson Campbell. speaks about career Big West South and face the Big West North top tentions from the Highlanders, who were will- seed UC Davis Aggies (9-6-4, 7-3-0 in confer- ing to spoil Titan postseason hopes. On a chilly SEE SOCCER, 5 Jim Abbott discusses life fections overcome his ability to excel in in the major leagues as a sports. He was also quarterback for his one-handed pitcher high school football team. “It was almost as if being born this DETOUR | Filmmaker JAZMIN SANCHEZ way was something to be looked up Daily Titan to,” Abbott said. “My dad used to say this to me all the time: ‘What’s Former major league baseball player taken away once will be given back Lewis brings turned motivational speaker spoke to twice,’ and I believe that to be true.” a crowd of all ages Sunday afternoon Abbott described his parents as magic to the at the Fullerton Public Library. Mich- lasting motivation in his life, calling igan-born Jim Abbott, 45, discussed them his heroes. overcoming his physical disability “I know that they struggled indie screen through his will to make his baseball trying to find ways for me to do dreams come true. things. The story in the book in a Writer and director of the short film, Abbott, whose career lasted 10 lot of ways talks about learning how Mark C. Roe, plans to send it to the seasons in the MLB, played on the to tie my shoes and learning how Newport Film Festival and Sundance California Angels, New York Yan- to take the glove on and off,” said kees, Chicago White Sox and Mil- Abbott. “But they didn’t shield me DEANNA TROMBLEY waukee Brewers. from life, they made me feel up to For the Daily Titan “When he was 20 years old, he the challenge.” won the Sullivan Award, which is “My hand has taught me that if The short film Lewis is finally under produc- given out by the Amateur Athletic you can find your own way of do- tion now that its crew has sufficient funds from Union for the outstanding amatuer ing things, if you believe in who the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, Cal athlete of the year nationally,” said you are make the most of what State Fullerton’s Associated Students Inc. and Virginia Nelson, a Friends of the you’ve been given, nothing can donations from loyal fans on Indiegogo. Library board member. “At 21, he stop you. Amazing things can hap- Lewis is a drama with dark comedic elements earned the gold medal by playing pen,” he said. about the collision of a man’s aspirations and as a pitcher on the U.S. team in the Abbott turned down multiple his reality. Courtesy of Mark C. Roe 1988 Summer Olympics.” book offers while he was playing in Writer and director Mark C. Roe said Lewis Mark C. Roe is the writer and director of Lewis. The cast of the short film includes John Abbott also pitched a no-hitter in the MLB because he wanted to con- is a story about a struggling magician whose life Sera (plays Lewis), Megan Hensley (plays Amber) and Rico E. Anderson (plays Greg). 1993 while playing for the New York centrate on the sport, not his disabil- is on the ropes when when he gets the opportu- Yankees, which he admitted was a ity. He waited until he was retired nity to open for much larger acts. way his life is projected five years from now, ac- some stroke of luck,” Roe said. highlight of his career and one of the from professional baseball to work The title character, Lewis, has to make choices knowledging there is a struggling and starving This big show is going to take place in the main focuses of his book Imperfect, with Orange County writer Tim between his relationships and deepest dreams. artist within all of us. gorgeous Warner Grand Theatre, where the which was released in April. Brown to draft his story. This story is highly relatable to the young and “I feel like this can reach anybody in any production team received access to film. “One of the hardest parts about “I wanted to tell the story of what impoverished artist we all find in ourselves dur- field, it’s kind of a wide arching theme of com- Lewis can end his story as a magician along the book was trying to find a title,” it’s like to be a baseball player and ing our golden years. ing face to face with failure,” Roe said. for the ride, or by settling down and taking care said Abbott. “Imperfect was a title that what it’s like to have baseball mean “I kind of refer to it as my horror story,” said The character of Lewis is not a prodigy in his of his budding family. we thought fit for a number of rea- so much to you that you’re scared to Roe. “Anyone who’s trying to do something in craft, and in a sense doomed from the start. Roe’s favorite character written for the story sons. One of the obvious ones is I was death of losing it. And to go through an artistic field, the biggest fear they have is ob- “He’s just failing and failing, and that’s kind is Dane. born imperfect—I was born missing the process of losing it,” he said. viously failing.” of where the dark comedy comes from. You my right hand.” Roe added that the short film is similar to the know that this guy got into this big show on SEE FILM, 4 Abbott never let his physical imper- SEE PITCHER, 2

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DTCRIME POLITICORNER: ELECTORAL COLLEGE Fullerton officer pleads guilty to destroying evidence OBAMA ROMNEY BRIAN DAY Daily Titan TOTAL ELECTORAL VOTES TO WIN 270 Over the objections of prosecutors who sought a stiffer sentence, a judge Thursday sentenced a former Fullerton police officer who destroyed his audio re- ELECTORAL VOTES FOR OBAMA TOSS-UP ELECTORAL VOTES FOR ROMNEY cording device in the hours after a prisoner’s suicide to three years of informal probation and 60 days of com- munity service, officials said. 237 95 206 Vincent Thomas Mater, 42, pleaded guilty to a misde- meanor count of destroying evidence and misdemeanor count of vandalism, Orange County District Attorney of- California - 55 Oregon - 7 Florida - 29 Wisconsin - 10 Texas - 38 Utah - 6 ficials said in a written statement. The guilty plea came as part of a “court offer,” in which New York - 29 Hawaii - 4 Pennsylvania - 20 Colorado - 9 Georgia - 16 Kansas - 6 he was aware his admission would not result in jail time, Illinois - 20 Maine - 4 Ohio - 18 Nevada - 6 Arizona - 11 Mississippi - 6 though he legally could have faced up to a year in jail, Or- New Jersey- 14 Rhode Island - 4 Michigan - 16 Iowa - 6 Tennessee - 11 Nebraska - 5 ange County Deputy District Attorney Brock Zimmon said. Washington - 12 D.C. - 3 North Carolina - 15 New Mexico - 5 Indiana - 11 West Virginia - 5 “The position of our office would be that we felt, based Massachusetts - 11 Delaware - 3 Virginia - 13 New Hampshire - 4 Missouri - 10 Idaho - 4 on the circumstances surrounding it, and that he’s admit- Maryland - 10 Vermont - 3 Alabama - 9 Alaska - 3 ted destroying evidence related to a death… that it justi- Minnesota - 10 Louisana - 8 Montana - 3 fied custody time,” said Zimmon. Kentucky - 8 North Dakota - 3 The case stemmed from the April 14, 2011 suicide of Dean Gochenour, 52, in the Fullerton Police Depart- Oklahoma - 7 South Dakota - 3 ment’s jail within hours after being arrested suspicion Arkansas - 6 Wyoming - 3 of DUI by officer Mater, who held the rank of corporal, according to the Orange County District Attorney’s re- port on the in-custody death. PREDICTION BY CNN A little over two hours after being arrested by Ma- ter on suspicion of drunken driving, Gochenour hung himself in the jail, according to the DA’s statement. Throughout Mater’s encounter with Gochenour, he wore a department-issued digital audio recorder, LEADERS: Board chosen PITCHER: Pro disregards disability “which was activated and would have audio-recorded CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 leadership.” Aleman said the most CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 trust, and in turn lost that life.” any statement made by Mater or Gochenour. important aspect to a business profes- Abbott was released from the Angels in 1996 “In the hours after Mater learned of Gochenour’s death, Mater destroyed his (digital audio recording de- Any student at CSUF who has sional is leadership capabilities, and “My career had a little bit of everything… I after he struggled during spring training. vice) by crushing it and removing the motherboard and a GPA of 2.5 or higher and is tak- he hopes to garner the quality through had some very good years with the Angels and I “My struggle became a real focus for the team,” circuit board,” the statement continued. ing at least one leadership course in the leadership program at CSUF. also had some very tough years with the Angels,” Abbott said, “but the game goes on. It’s hard, it’s Investigators looking into Gochenour’s death were the Mihaylo College of Business and Aleman was directed to the pro- Abbott said. really hard.” never able to recover the audio recording from the Economicscan apply to the program. gram when he took advice from a Abbott noted his 18 wins with the Angels in After being away from MLB for a year, Abbott’s smashed device, officials added. The recording would Once accepted, the names of the Lead- professor who recommended he talk one season and 18 losses with them in another. former manager contacted him, determined that have been important evidence in the DA’s office’s inves- ership Scholars are listed on the Center with Barbuto. “I try to tell kids, my own daughters who play Abbott still had a little “gas in the tank.” Abbott tigation into Gochenour’s in-custody death. for Leadership website, CSUF business Roresa Mojo, a business major, is sports, you have to move on (after a loss). Tomor- was drafted to play for North Carolina minor The case was prosecuted by Zimmon in the Special marketing major Rafael Aleman said. the vice president of marketing opera- row’s a new day,” Abbott said. league team the Hickory Crawdads and later the Prosecutions Unit, who argued the sentence was too Aleman, who is also vice president tions and who focuses on the organiz- Abbott said one of the most important lessons Winston Salem Warthogs and Birmingham Bar- lenient for the crime Mater admitted to, officials said. of marketing for the scholars program, ing of the program and event. There he learned from pitching in the major leagues was ons in Alabama. Abbott eventually made his way According to the DA’s statement, “The People ob- jected to the sentence, arguing for jail time based on said he looks forward to donning his is also a vice president of marketing the importance of trust. back to the major leagues to play on the Milwau- the nature of the crime, destruction of evidence possibly name tag during a social gathering events and a vice president of market- “In my best seasons I trusted the pitches com- kee Brewers. related to an inmate’s death, and the defendant’s viola- after speakers talk to the group. The ing special projects. pletely. I threw without hesitation—with com- “After that process, I kind of knew my career tion of his position of trust.” gatherings are invaluable in order to Mojo said he appreciates the new plete conviction. The difference between a good was at an end. To have that process gave me a The case was turned over to Orange County prosecu- network with top executives. board, which will bring the expertise pitch and a bad pitch is (minimal). That last bit of great feeling of closure on my career,” Abbott said. tors by the Fullerton Police Department following the de- Quoting John C. Maxwell, Aleman of the professional business world to belief as the ball comes out of your hand gives the “Had I just finished up with the Angels the way partment’s own internal investigation, officials said. said, “Everything rises and falls with CSUF students. ball life,” Abbott said. “In that bad year, I lost that I did it would have hurt a lot more than it did.”

CONTACT US AT [email protected] NOVEMBER 5, 2012 PAGE 3 MONDAY OPINION THE DAILY TITAN Following the money Anonymous donors from out of ermind that the church is “officially” politically state should be known if they neutral, according to a LA Times article. interfere in California elections Yet there it was, dipping into the cookie jar whenever it was convenient, state lines be NICHOLAS RUIZ damned. Indeed, it is easier to make donations Daily Titan when hiding behind anonymity, but democ- racy in action has little traction when transpar- California’s Fair Political Practices Commis- ency is not involved. sion is seeking the records of an anonymous This is why last week, a Superior Court judge $11 million donation originating from Arizona urged that the ARL must submit to an audit of made to the Small Business Action Commit- its donation, or Californians “will suffer irrepa- tee, an anti-Proposition 30 group, as reported rable harm.” While this seems dramatic, it is by the Los Angeles Times. usually best to err on the side of caution when it In turn, the Americans for Responsible comes to money trails of political ruminations. Leadership (ARL), the group that originally dis- Actually, these trails could influence votes, so bursed the funds, refuses to turn over records. to call this investigation into the ARL politically The ARL claims this to be a politically moti- motivated would be in the realm of possibility. vated witch hunt. However, from the sound of It’s neither here nor there because people have it, the commission is following the letter of the the right to know, as the sources of donations law, which requires openness of donor identities reveal so much about what and who these prop- when it’s for a state campaign. ositions and candidates will benefit. Courtesy of MCT This is reminiscent of another case to make Which also raises the question, how many Arizona-based Americans for Responsible Leadership donated $11 million in opposition of Jerry Brown’s Proposition 30. headlines this year in which the “Yes on Propo- Americans even follow the money? sition 8” campaign was found by the Fair Politi- For example, it seems likely that most Amer- pacts of the average American look tiny in maintain the sanctity of the democratic process, of their education if the law does not pass. cal Practices Commission to be guilty of failing icans don’t know who Sheldon Adelson is, even comparison, but at the end of the day it is the as they have done in the past. If Woodward and The polls currently show Californians in to report more than a million dollars of con- though he is one of the most generous Super regular citizen that makes up most of the vot- Bernstein never uncovered Richard Nixon’s favor of Proposition 30, with 48 percent sup- tributions made to help pass the law banning PAC donors this year for the Republican par- ing demographics. Remember, these donations Watergate scandal, he could have stayed in of- porting and 38 dissenting. The 14 percent un- same-sex marriage in California four years ago. ty. He’s donated $10 million; not really much aren’t directly controlling our hands as they fice with none being the wiser. decided until Election Day who are vulnerable And again, an out-of-state organization was for him considering he is the 12th wealthiest press those buttons at the ballot box, it is the When it comes to the donations involving in the view of both sides of this campaign. making donations to Proposition 8 campaigns American, according to Forbes, clocking in at personal knowledge of the entire process that Proposition 30, the importance of that knowl- It is time to make sure those undecided get a when the Utah-based Mormon church was $20 billion of personal wealth. controls where our votes go. edge goes double for CSUF students, who fair shot at getting the facts, especially when out funnelling $8 million into the initiative. Nev- This may seem to make the individual im- The media and the government must help could face budget cuts that threaten the quality of state interests are involved.

FOR THE RECORD Twitter and It is Daily Titan policy to correct factual errors printed in the publication. Corrections will be published on the subsequent its pack issue after an error is discovered and will appear on page 2. Errors on the Opinion page will be corrected on that page. Corrections will also be made to the online version of the article. of painful Please contact Editor-in-Chief Anders Howmann at 657-278- 5815 or at [email protected] with issues about this parodies policy or to report any errors. Perhaps it is my mind’s defense mechanism against melancholy or maybe even a desire to escape current media saturation, but this week I want #THIS to talk about something that is not RICARDO GONZALEZ soul-crushing. Indeed my last #this column was frankly a grim affair and Courtesy of MCT I don’t feel like joining the din of dis- That’s fairly respectable for a stuffed The San Diego Union-Tribune owners are pushing their business course about tomorrow’s election. animal, and wholly understandable agendas, such as development of the waterfront near hotels they own. EDITORIAL Let me instead talk about com- that fans of the film and the like would Editor-in-Chief Anders Howmann edy or—more specifically—parody. follow an account related to one of Managing Editor Gilbert Gonzalez As anybody who has seen the works their favorite cult films. News Editor David Hood of master parodier Mel Brooks knows, What isn’t understandable is the in- When the lines of News Editor Ian Wheeler Kymberlie Estrada the “art” of taking measured shots at comprehensible number of Ted parody News Assistant News Assistant Raymond Mendoza something or someone that one per- and roleplay accounts that emerged in News Assistant Adreana Young ceives as “serious” can be the most ef- the wake of the film’s success; accounts news are blurred Layout Editor Vanessa Martinez fective and entertaining form of com- that just tweet crass and relatively lame Layout Editor Nereida Moreno mentary out there. jokes all day long. More than this, such as “liberal” or “conservative” are Layout Editor Alvan Ung San Diego’s newspaper Blanca Navarro With myriad new ways of present- some of these have far more followers applied to the fourth estate. Layout Assistant moguls only feed into the Copy Editor Tim Worden ing information through social media, than the official Ted account. One Ted public’s perception of news In Eric Alterman’s book, What Copy Assistant Peter Pham parody has become more open. What impersonator has over 700,000 follow- Liberal Media? he argues there is no Copy Assistant Chris Konte I mean is while it’s always been the case ers and another has eclipsed the mil- DAVID HOOD explicit bias in the news media. He Content Editor Andie Ayala that anyone can recite a one-liner, gen- lion follower mark. Daily Titan cites the New York Times as being the Photo Editor William Camargo Robert Huskey erally an amateur comedy career wasn’t I repeat: A Ted parody account has most critical of the Democratic Party’s Photo Editor Photo Assistant Rae Romero going to reach many eyes or ears. one million followers. Even if one were On the morning of Sunday Oct. poster child, Bill Clinton, during his Photo Assistant Eleonor Segura Not so anymore. to remove the bots and spammers from 21, a crime was committed. Not one presidency despite the revered organi- Opinion Editor Matt Atkinson You see, one of the most abused uses that list, it’d still likely overshadow the worthy of prison or fine, but a crime of zation’s persistent attacks by broadcast Opinion Assistant Ricardo Gonzalez of Twitter, Facebook and YouTube are officially verified account by a good integrity and principle. conservative giants Rush Limbaugh Detour Editor Erinn Grotefend Sima Sarraf accounts, pages and channels (respec- measure. Wow. The San Diego Union-Tribune, an and Bill O’Reilly that call it “liberal.” Detour Assistant Features Editor Yvette Quintero tively) dedicated to parody. While But if Ted seems a dated reference, establishment of the American free and Terry Mattingly, a long-time reli- Features Assistant Adrian Garcia there are those who do this outstand- let’s talk election. I know, I said earlier neutral press, ran a front page editorial gion columnist for the Scripps-How- Sports Editor Justin Enriquez ingly—Twitter accounts imitating that I wasn’t going to drag politics into that laid out plans to redesign down- ard News Service and director of the Sports Assistant Angel Mendoza androgynous British thespian Tilda this, but bear with me. Recall during town San Diego’s waterfront and call Washington Journalism Center in Sports Assistant Gabrielle Martinez Cara Seo Swinton (@NotTildaSwinton) and the first presidential debate when Mitt imminent ruin if President Barack Washington, D.C., said there are four Multimedia Editor Multimedia Editor Patrice Bisbee YouTube song-ifying sensations The Romney mentioned Big Bird. From Obama is reelected tomorrow. general categories of the press. Multimedia Assistant Janelle Arballo Gregory Brothers are both such cas- that lone statement, an unfortunate The owners, Douglas Manchester, a According to Mattingly, the “Ameri- Multimedia Assistant Julissa Rivera es—that pesky law of averages means parody account went viral. wealthy owner of hotels in San Diego, can Model” of the press, which is most- Web Editor Ethan Hawkes that there is a larger percentage of the Sensing an opportunity, an account and John Lynch, who bought The San ly used by western journalists, pines for Webmaster David McLaren mediocre than not. named @FiredBigBird emerged and Diego Union-Tribune and the North neutrality. But he argues this will never Adviser Holly Ocasio Rizzo This it to be expected, though. Think quickly earned 2,700 peoples’ follows County Times last year, have expressed be perfect. Complete objectivity or the about it: In the realm of “professional” in mere minutes and countless more interest of expanding their media base idea of being unbiased is unattainable Main Line (657) 278-5815 Editorial Fax (657) 278-2702 parody, the umpteenth Scary Movie before night’s end. Twitter eventually to other major regions including Or- no matter how hard the system tries, News Line (657) 278-4415 [email protected] film gets churned out and succeeds suspended the account—puzzling as ange County and Los Angeles. but at least its attempt is pursued with despite how tired, lazy and asinine the the site has its own guidelines regard- Lynch told The Associated Press in noble determination and perseverance. ADVERTISING concept is at this point. When you are ing parody and seems to encourage an interview that he bought the pa- Despite this psychological truth, the Amanda Fessenden making fun of something, it seems it’s it—and it is nowhere to be found now. pers in part to advance their views in “American Model” of the press endeav- Director of Advertising Asst. Director of Advertising Kimiya Enshaian not too difficult to be popular despite Was the account funny outside of the opinion section. They reported his ors to disseminate accurate, verified Production Manager Tiffany Le how terrible you are at doing it. its initial concept? Not particularly, views to be pro-family, pro-military and neutral information vital to a free Production Designer Hugo Arceo Now explode this concept out into but this seems to be all it takes in this and pro-America and said, “anybody society. The freedom to think is man’s National Sales & Promotions Jerry Kou social media—a realm where the whole strange new realm of parody—an idea. who isn’t shouldn’t be living here.” greatest asset; and the freedom to write Classifieds Manager Lizeth Luveano “game” for most is to become popu- @InvisibleObama, @RomneyBinders, While the right to promote these is the greatest expression of a free mind. Account Executive/Mobile App Eric Van Raalte lar—and it’s easy to extrapolate how all those Ted accounts; there’s nothing views is encouraged, the front page and And although there is a place for Account Executive Jessica Martinez out of hand the this concept can get. particularly funny about them outside the news section should be (almost) re- informed subjectivity, it is not in the Account Executive Sarah Nguyen For example, let’s take Ted. Yes, re- of the initial chuckle one gets from ligiously reserved for unbiased news. news pages of newspapers and not in Account Executive Ana Godinez member Ted? That lovable little foul- reading their names. The line between news—which broadcasts labeled as such. When the Account Executive Ivan Ng mouthed teddy bear from Seth Mac- Perhaps that’s social media’s “contri- strives toward neutrality—and edito- line is crossed, the misconception of a Account Executive Chelsea Norrup Kailyn Topper Farlane’s film debut Te d ? This singular bution” to comedy; though it’s a sober- rial—which aims for informed sub- biased media is perpetuated. Account Executive Distribution Houston Whaley obscure character has an officially veri- ing thought to have that if Mel Brooks jectivity—should never be crossed as And as an ignominious consequence fied Twitter and Facebook account— actually had a Twitter account, he Lynch and Manchester did. of The San Diego Union-Tribune’s Adviser Robert Sage presumably run by some intern at might be playing second banana to one It’s a tragedy this Maginot Line is blurring of the lines, especially during the Universal offices. It has around named @RealFrederickFronkensteen. being assaulted every day, and the pub- a time of an already over-polarized and Main Line (657) 278-3373 Editorial Fax (657) 278-2702 600,000 followers. Terrifying indeed. lic—from outside the steeples of news- over-politicized election season, the Advertising (657) 278-4411 E-mail: [email protected] media moguls—sees no difference. stunt shines badly on the hundreds of It also doesn’t help that Fox News other media outlets who are desper- LETTER TO THE EDITOR brands itself as a “fair and balanced” ately eking out a living doing the noble news service where in reality, 23 hours thing everyday: distributing neutral in- The Daily Titan welcomes letters to the editor. All letters must The Daily Titan is a student publication, printed every Monday through of its programming hinges on right- formation as best they can. include the sender’s first and last name. Students must include Thursday. The Daily Titan operates independently of Associated Students, Inc. College of Communications, CSUF administration and the CSU. 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ASSASSIN’S CREED III screens feature the visual machinations such as the Boston Massacre, adding a de- of the Animus, providing a sense of meta licious way to learn about our nation’s his- for games who indeed are plugging them- tory for couch potatoes and nerds alike. selves into their own alternate lives every Of course, this would mean little if the time they switch on their consoles. gameplay wasn’t up to snuff. NICHOLAS RUIZ Further setting the atmosphere is one Fear not, because it is. Controls are sim- Daily Titan of the most stirring soundtracks to come ple on paper and only require the practice out in video games this year alongside Fi- of good timing. Rarely does it feel unlucky The eighth game in its series, Assassin’s nal Fantasy XIII-2 and Mass Effect 3. when things go astray as swords clash. Creed III, brings thrills in so many areas that Composer Lorne Balfe is indeed no Ma- Even when things do go wrong, the it’s no surprise that it took three years for sashi Hamauzu or Clint Mansell, but he still health meter is forgiving and even replen- Activision to create such a fluid experience. brings one of the best theme songs that make ishes between battles and in short time. It’s a tale that spans seasons, lifetimes it difficult to press away from the title screen. Death is also not a torturous affair, as and so many jumps across rooftops that Another excellent human along for a there are frequent autosaves. even Spider-Man would feel jealous. ride in the Animus is Nolan North, who This leaves gamers free to leap from Assassin’s Creed III even has a scene that voices Miles. rooftop to another so that even when they takes place on a New York skyscraper, North is the most famous video game fall, it’s all in fair fun. which will give even the most jaded play- voice actor working today for a reason. And what joy it is to leap up walls and ers a new fear of heights. He’s the rare actor of his kind that can be dive like an eagle from many stories up as the The one to traverse such a building is so recognizable but still completely blend wind blows through the ears of Miles’ avatar. named Desmond Miles, the main protag- into every role at the same time. The visual quality never seems to suf- onist of the game and series. Speaking of blending in, it’s a treat to fer either, except for a rare glitch that can Miles enters a machine known as the completely dive into the American Revo- mess with missions at times. Animus, which lets him relieve the lives lutionary War setting and meet characters It’s no deal breaker. Especially when ACIII’s main setting is the American Revolutionary War. (Courtesy of MCT) of his ancestors in an attempt to unlock such as Samuel Adams, Benjamin Frank- considering how ambitious this project secrets that may just save the world from lin and George Washington. must have been for Activision. total destruction. At the same time, it’s satisfying to fight There are numerous modes and layers journey that it can be intimidating. In- It all adds up for Activision, validating From the get-go, Activision has been against Redcoats as they attempt to quash to gameplay involving ship sailing, hunt- stead of seeing it that way, it’s best to sit their years of hard work and making oth- dedicated to the premise, so it’s very easy an inevitable rebellion. ing, parkour and countless trinkets as well back and dig in for the long and breath- er, much shorter games look more flushed to feel involved. Furthermore, it’s a historian’s wet dream as mini-missions to undertake. less haul. After all, that’s a recipe for money with inferiority than even the most die- The menus and many of the loading to witness and even participate in events There is so much to take in during the well spent. hard Redcoat.

FILM: Collision of a man’s aspirations and reality

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 your best foot forward, you’re try- ing to be as confident as possible “Dane who is this over inflated, with what you’re doing,” Roe said. overly helpful neighbor, who is “At the same time you have no idea sort of the wolf in sheep’s cloth- if it’s going to work out or not.” ing,” Roe said. Rather than viewed as a film, Roe always had an affection for Lewis is a peek into a person’s life. the villainous characters, making It almost feels invasive during him the perfect person to geek out these highly intimate conversa- with about Loki, The Joker and tions and moments. Norman Osborn. Lewis should be wrapped by Alex from A Clockwork Orange December or January. Roe plans to is Roe’s favorite villain. have the film sent to several film “Very rarely do you get to watch festivals including Newport Film a movie where the main character Festival and Sundance. is a villain, not even an anti hero, The tentative date for the soft but just a villain,” Roe said. opening is Dec. 16 during the Roe mentioned heroes are gen- Cal State Fullerton RTVF Annual erally the blank canvas and the vil- Showcase. lains are the strong colors. The a highly talented cast in- This relationship is seen all the cludes John Sera, a CSUF alumni KARRIE REITER / For the Daily Titan time. Ash from Pokemon is more as Lewis and Megan Hensley who The Ranch has an outdoor patio and indoor seating which is decorated in country décor. The restaurant won “Best Steak” of a bland character, where Team stole the hearts of writers during in Orange County for this years Golden Foodie Award, beating out Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse and Savannah Chop House. Rocket tends to be the memorable her cold read as Amber. life of the party. Another great addition to the “The actor we got for Dean, cast is Rico E. Anderson, who Daegan Palermon, is such an plays the ever so wise Greg. amazing actor. He has such great Viewers and fans alike can look Line dance with a side of ranch range,” Roe said. forward to a final brilliant prod- The Ranch in Anaheim bounce the chandelier’s light. ingredients and fresh produce har- tars and two wooden top bars. Audience members can expect uct. welcomes customers to “Everything was thought out vested from The Ranch’s own farm. The larger of the two bars is Dean to bring strong colors into Roe has been thrilled to share experience the country explicitly, details upon details,” The farm is located at Edwards called the Longhorn Bar and the the story. this collaborative piece of work style restaurant and food said Rossi. “We discussed designs Ranch Estates in Orange Hills/ smaller is called the Mustang Bar. Don’t blame yourself if you fall with the student body and indie almost weekly to ensure Andrew’s Santa Ana Mountains, and in- Wood beams create an outdoor, in love with the villain. Everyone film lovers, telling the story of KARRIE REITER vision was clearly expressed.” cludes over 400 vines of heirloom ranch feeling, almost reaching the loves a bad boy. gracefully accepting defeat. For the Daily Titan The restaurant’s 20,000-square- tomatoes, peppers, herbs and much ceiling and accented with black Writers drew out the charac- Roe posts behind the scenes foot space at 1025 E. Ball Road, more. metal decals. ter based on the idea of having photos of for fans to keep in touch Anaheim, has an attached outdoor One of Rossi’s signature dishes Tall stone laid pillars surround the same problems of teetering with the progress of the produc- patio and ample indoor seating. is rabbit served with hand-crafted the dance floor where guests can through insecurity. tion of Lewis at Facebook.com/ “Welcome to The Ranch,” greets Each area features its own story. sweet potato gnocchi. He suggests sit and watch others twirl and glide “You’re always trying to put TheMagnificentLewis. a young hostess dressed in all black. “It’s definitely a place for special treating yourself afterwards to the across the dance floor. “May I help you?” Her bright smile occasions,” said Debbie Diaz, a resi- restaurant’s creative popcorn ice Separate reserved seating is offers pleasant hospitality to guests dent of Anaheim who was celebrat- cream. placed on a middle level, between as they enter. ing her 32nd anniversary with her “It’s a pleasant surprise to your the top bar area and the dance floor. As you walk through the restau- husband Dennis. senses,” Rossi said. Guests can call to reserve these rant’s large, hickory wood doors ac- Diaz said The Ranch balances its The Ranch even outperformed prime, leather cushioned booths for cented in bronze detailing, you are fine dining atmosphere and food their competition, Ruth’s Chris any occasion. transported into a warm, refreshing in a non-intrusive way. She added Steakhouse and Savannah Chop On the ground level, individual and upscale atmosphere. that the restaurant is casual enough House, by winning “Best Steak” seating borders the dance floor, Two alluring seating areas flank where customers feel comfortable in Orange County for this years with leather cushioned bar stools the entrance foyer. Large leather wearing jeans. Golden Foodie Award. for guests to relax or drink and couches coupled with matching The Ranch underwent two years The event celebrated local restau- eat from items on the saloon’s bar ottomans engraved with western of construction for their American rants and their food excellence and menu. landscapes sit serenely in front of a regional cuisine. creativity. The design is amplified by custom leather treated wall. Rossi, a resident of Anaheim After treating their taste buds, guests’ personal styles, wearing The aroma of hide slowly fills Hills, joined The Ranch’s team with customers can take a few steps and cowboy hats, boots and jeans, your senses, placing you in tran- more than 20 years experience and go next door to The Ranch’s saloon which authenticates the ranch feel- quility until the hostess awakens has contributed in opening exclu- to dance the night away in country ing throughout the saloon. Chino you and politely takes you to your sive restaurants worldwide. The style. Hills resident Samantha Irons said table. Ranch is his fourth. The country décor is amplified The Ranch has a classic style that is The Ranch offers an upscale “It was a one in a million chance in the saloon. Showcasing classic full of fun. dining experience and an exciting and I had to take it,” Rossi said. Western design with wood detail- “Dancing was fun and challeng- country dance hall. His black and white pinstriped ing, stone, lighting and music, the ing because I am new to line danc- Owner Andrew Edwards fur- apron covers the cleanly pressed, saloon embodies American coun- ing, but there were a few people nished his vision of American white chef’s jacket underneath. try. who were willing to teach me country by merging a refined res- Black slacks and black shoes finish “It’s the complete opposite of steps,” said Irons. taurant with a classic western style off his outfit. the restaurant side… it’s more like Irons added that the crowd is entertainment saloon. Executive Calmly describing The Ranch’s a ranch,” Diaz said as she described fun and creative with awesome line Chef Michael Rossi pointed out the menu, Rossi’s friendly persona cre- the saloon as exciting, loud, and dance teachers. embellishments found throughout ates a relaxed mood, accompanied fun. The addition in Anaheim makes the restaurant. with an engaging smile and joyful As you walk into the saloon, for a unique experience. For up- The entrance dining room laugh. country music engulfs you ears. scale dining or country dancing. filters soft chandelier lighting, “I want to treat guests to some- Your eyes feast on a custom The Ranch’s custom design takes draped from the ceiling’s ex- thing they’ve never been to and pass white maple dance floor, barn guests to an elegant yet casual at- posed cedar beams. Two cock- on their experience,” Rossi said. style lanterns repurposed as mosphere where cowboy hats and tail bars are positioned with rich, Rossi described the food as be- modern light fixtures, a disco boots are welcome and the steak is natural colored marble tops that ing influenced weekly by seasonal ball created out of country gui- ranked best in Orange County.

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After a hard fought game and a rollercoaster season, the Cal State Fullerton women’s soccer team fell to the Cal State Northridge Mata- dors 1-0 in the Big West Confer- ence tournament finals held at Anteater Stadium Sunday. Matador forward Melissa Fer- nandez hit the golden goal in the 92nd minute of the first overtime after receiving a pass from mid- fielder Amanda Smith. The senior Fernandez struck a line drive shot with a couple of Titan defenders on her heels to the right hand side of the net. “It was intense… it was a little ROBERT HUSKEY / Daily Titan dirty towards the end—kind of Senior forward Ann Marie Tangorra walks off as Cal State Northridge ALEX CALISH / For the Daily Titan scrappy play. We were all pretty celebrates. Tangorra led the Titans with four shots in the afternoon. tired,” said Titan forward Rebecca Senior midfielder Gerzon Blanco hits the ball with his chest. Blanco scored the first goal in the game. Wilson. “We played 110 minutes ball gingerly bouncing, waiting for collided with CSUN’s Leandra on Thursday night, so we were just someone to put a foot on it. Two Walker. beat to hell.” Titans were able to get their laces Walker earned a yellow card for SOCCER: Clinch playoff spot with win CSUF squandered a chance to on the ball before the Matadors the aggressive play. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 draw the first goal in the 53rd were able to clear it away. Not wanting to miss what could game. Alvarez ran into an open ed off Khosravi and into Escalan- minute of the game when Titan “I feel like that should be us be her last collegiate soccer game, The main-event soon followed. space behind the Highlander de- te’s path, who headed in his eighth midfielder Summer Chavez drew a out there. They definitely know Fox reentered the game, despite Seconds into the first half, Camp- fense, on the left side of the 18- goal of the campaign giving CSUF foul in the penalty box. we deserve to be there,” Chavez the pain she might have felt. bell set the physical tone of the yard box. Alvarez one-timed an Ian added insurance. “I found Ann’s (Ann Marie said about CSUN collecting the An emotional Fox sat teary-eyed match. The Diamond Bar native Ramos short pass off his left foot. The 2-0 lead delighted the Tangorra) feet, and I was hoping tournament award in the middle after the game unable to comment instantly introduced himself to an The trajectory of his shot was out Titans, the fans and Escalante’s that she’d give it right back… and of the field. “Our team knows we about the play. opposing Highlander. of Khosravi’s reach, but swerved younger brother, goalkeeper Bryan when she gave it back I knew I ei- deserve to be there. It all happened “We definitely deserved that “When you get on the pitch, it’s away from goal and bounced off Escalante. ther needed to get a touch on the wrong.” game and wanted it for a really another day that you work hard the far post. “The two goal lead gave us ball or if I don’t I need to fall,” said Although the Titans had more long time… it’s heartbreaking, and hopefully get a good result,” UCR’s defensive-midfielder comfort but a two goal lead is the Chavez. “She kind of ran her body shots on goal, six, and seemed and all of us are feeling it,” Chris- said Campbell. Humberto Santiago nearly tied worst you can have. UCR scored through me, and I fell down.” to maintain the majority of the tina Burkenroad said. “We’re just It served as a foreshadowing the match in the 44th minute, but one right away and we had to fo- JeAnne Mazeau took the penal- possession throughout the game, going to keep working harder as a moment as both sides played at again the woodwork intervened. cus and you have to be ready,” said ty shot but missed left, hitting the the Matadors had opportunities team, individually get better too. high intensity, especially through Prior to starting second half ac- Bryan Escalante. post. Team captain and senior Sta- throughout regulation as well. And just hopefully come back the first 10 minutes. tion, the Titan players huddled The fouls slightly picked up cey Fox normally would have tak- In the 18th minute of the first stronger next year.” With the pedal to the metal, together in midfield showing team in the second half, as both teams en the penalty shot, Wilson said. half, Matador Melissa Fernandez With the win, the Matadors en- the Titans struck first. In the sixth unity. physically attempted to impose Head Coach Demian Brown crossed the ball into the box to an ter the NCAA tournament with an minute, Mario Alvarez’s corner- “It’s not only senior night, but their wills. opted for Mazeau probably be- open net. The crowd sighed in re- automatic bid. kick found Ian Ramos, whose shot this could have possibly been our As the game winded down, so cause Fox just shot a penalty kick lief when a Titan defender cleared The Titans have a small shot to was deflected off Highlander goal- last game,” said forward Jesse Es- did the tempo and stamina lev- in shootouts Thursday night, it. enter the tournament, but the op- keeper Ashkan Khosravi. Blanco, calante in regards to the midfield els crashed down after an intense which could have tipped off what A scary moment in the game portunity is unlikely. surrounded by a sea of white and team moment, “It was easy for us back and forth first half. direction she might have shot the came when the Titans’ team leader “At the end you can only hope blue jerseys, chipped it in for his seniors to go out there to lead, so In the 80th minute, UCR at- ball, Wilson said. Fox was lying in the middle of the for the best and next time hopeful- fourth goal of the season and a 1-0 everybody contributes and prevent tacking midfielder Aaron Long Another opportunity for a Ti- field, hurting from a collision. ly we get another chance like this Titan lead. this from being our last game.” started and ended the build up tan goal in the first half came in a Attacking the ball hard in the to do it again,” said goalkeeper “That set the tempo and the “We knew it was a big game, that put the Highlanders on the scuffle in front of the net with the air in the middle of the field, Fox Lindsey Maricic. team stepped up,” said a com- either we step up or we don’t, it’s scoreboard. Long was inside the posed Blanco, “We did everything win or go home,” Blanco said. 6-yard box and shot between the that we could to win this game. Between the 55th and 70th legs of the Titan goalkeeper. I’m blessed to have scored today.” minute, the Inland Empire con- The Highlanders had ten min- With UCR having their collec- tingent kick-started their offense utes left to stake their playoff tive backs pressed against the wall, through Jimmy Martinez, Ju- claim but Cal State Fullerton’s Highlander right-winger Ritchie lio Reyes and Joseph O’Connor. defense absorbed pressure and Osborne rattled the crossbar in Each of them testing Titan junior cleared away loose balls in that fi- the 13th minute after jumping on goalkeeper Bryan Escalante. As a nal stretch for a 2-1 victory. a Titan missed clearance. whole, the Highlander midfield- CSUF will play Wednesday at 2 Cal State Fullerton out-shot ers were urgently surrounding the p.m. against the UC Davis Aggies UCR in the first half, 10-7. Both Titans. in Davis, Calif. teams hit the woodwork. In the 72nd minute, the Titans For more information on this In the 42nd minute, CSUF se- caught a break. Sophomore Mark game, the men’s soccer team roster nior left-midfielder Mario Alva- Vazquez delivered a corner kick and their playoff berth, visit Ful- rez scored the second goal of the into Blanco’s path, which deflect- lertonTitans.com. Titans dominate in exhibition Women’s basketball puts on their three pointers, that was our Alex Thomas is one of the older strong performance against game plan the whole time because players on the team and naturally the University of La Verne they are really good shooters,” assumes a bit of responsibility to Thomas said. help out some of the new, younger LINDSAY HENKEL Sophomore guard Chante Miles players. For the Daily Titan was running up and down the “There is a bit of responsibil- court at what seemed like light- ity that goes along with just being The Cal State Fullerton wom- ning speed making it close to older in general, but the younger en’s basketball team defeated the impossible for La Verne to stop players are really smart. They are University of La Verne Saturday her. Miles, along with three team- eager to learn so it’s easy to help by a score of 91-51 in their last ex- mates, were able to post double them out, as they want to be bet- hibition game before their 2012- digit points for the game. ter and want the team to do well,” 13 season kicks off next week. The “For myself, I know that I got Thomas said. Titans gave fans a sneak peek to better from last year. Playing be- This 2012-2013 Titan team is one what they can expect for the up- hind Lauren Chow (during last of the tallest teams that CSUF has coming season. season) helped me progress this had in recent years. They are tied The Titans completely dominated season, so I think our season is go- for the tallest squad since the 2007- the floor basically from the tip-off. ing to go well,” said Miles. “Our 2008 squad, which gave them an up- They had a 13-0 lead within the players are coming along, and I per hand in playing La Verne. first few minutes of the game and feel that everyone is contributing.” “We are just aggressive. We did managed to hold on to their lead. The Titans were able to score a have a size advantage against them The team went into the locker majority of their points from of- so we needed to take advantage of room up 40-24 at the half. The fensive rebounds, which is some- that,” Foster said. Titans played as if it was an in sea- thing they had been working on The team has high hopes for the son game, and gave a solid effort during practices. They showed upcoming season, which starts Friday throughout its entire course. both a strong offensive and de- against the University of Nevada. “We went at it like a regular sea- fensive side, which gave them an “I believe our inside game is son game, it is our first game we are advantage. pretty strong and that leaves our playing in front of a crowd so it was Head Coach Marcia Foster was guards wide open. I think we have important. We came prepared,” said pleased with the way the team a combination of both, so we are junior guard Alex Thomas. played. strong inside and out,” Miles said. The Titans nearly doubled their “The pace of the game that La Foster hopes the team will qual- opponent’s score after halftime, and Verne forced us to play, had us run ify for both a regular season and kept their momentum going all the more probably than I wanted to tournament title, and end up in way until the end of the game. today. I think our strengths are the a position to compete for the Big Nevertheless, La Verne put up a fact that we can run the floor and West Championship. fair fight by outshining the Titans finish in transition. The team, the “You play every game like it’s your with three pointers in the first half. unit, is a strength and everybody last. That’s my motto. It doesn’t mat- The Titans knew they had to will contribute. We had a few ter who you are playing, you have to stop them in order to win. players in double units today and play hard and play for your team- “During halftime we knew we I think that is how we are going to mates and hope you come out with a had to make sure we took away be successful,” said Foster. win,” Miles said.

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PHILLIP LECONG For the Daily Titan

The Cal State Fullerton’s wom- en’s volleyball team (13-12, 7-5), ALEX CALISH / For the Daily Titan brought their regular season record Junior outside hitter Bre Moreland attempts a spike. Moreland had to over .500 with a win over UC 15 kills and 9 kills en route to her 16th double-double of the season. Riverside at Titan Gym Saturday night. The Titans extended their sweep, the players from UC River- out with the win that all we want,” winning streak to two with the side had other ideas. UCR opened said Neto. five-set victory over the Univer- the third set with 5-1 lead that Moreland said the victory was a sity of the Pacific Tigers and look turned into a 12-6 lead. team effort. to stretch it to three as they travel Every time the Titans made a “It’s nice to keep it kind of to Long Beach State to battle the run to close the gap, UC Riverside spread out, when you put all that ROBERT HUSKEY / Daily Titan 49ers Thursday night at 7 p.m. had an answer. The Titans got as pressure and all that load on one The women’s soccer team after putting three penalty kicks into the back of the net at UC Irvine’s home The Titans won in a four set match close as 18-20 before UC River- person it is tiring and it make it field. The win extended their winning streak to four and sent them into the championship game versus CSUN. (26-24, 25-19, 21-25, 25-22). side ended the set on a 5-3 run to hard to continuously bring that The match began with both cut the Titans advantage to 2 sets person out and Kayla (Neto) can teams trying to grab command of to 1. With UC Riverside attack- do it she proved that she can do the set. Even though the Titans ing at a .219 percentage, Amanda it. It’s nice when we can help her Women’s soccer beats UCI were hitting at a .242 clip led by Vialpando got four of the 11 kills out,” said Moreland. Lauren Kissell’s four kills in the in the set. Combined with the 10 Head Coach Carolyn Zimmer- set, the Titans could never gain attacking errors by the Titans, UC man said she urged the team for to advance to championship control. Riverside was breathing new life the sweep. It seemed that every time the for the first time since the game’s “Going into the third set I said Titans and Anteaters take sophomore Chelsey Patterson placed Titans would pull away, UCR beginning. let’s do this in three” said Zim- semi-final game to penalty a strike from outside the middle of “I think this is would respond as evident by the This new life would be short merman. “I think we can sweep kicks to decide a winner the 18-yard box to the upper right 11 ties and the seven lead changes lived since the Titans opened the them that UC Riverside cannot do hand corner of the Anteaters net, again another in the first set. fourth set with a 10-1 run but UC anything to us and it was a lot of DANIEL HERNANDEZ scoring the first goal of the evening. The second set opened up with Riverside made a game of it, even- errors which caused us to panic.” Daily Titan “We’ve been waiting on that goal step in our the Titans running out to a 12-1 tually cutting into the lead, 21- Julie Consani led the offense from Chelsey (Patterson) for the last lead before UCR chipped into the 19. Kayla Neto and Bre Moreland with 35 assists and Gabrielle Dew- After spending 120 minutes spec- year,” Brown said about Patterson’s process in the lead, eventually clawing their way combined for nine of the 12 kills berry had a match high 20 digs. tating from the sidelines on a frigid blast on goal. “She can drive a ball back to as close as 21-19. The Ti- in the set. Moreland led the team with 15 Thursday night, backup goalkeeper better than anybody.” goals we set... ” tans closed the set with a 4-0 run, The Titans ended the set and kills and 19 digs, and Neto had 10 Katie Pulliam found herself in an The Anteaters had scoring chanc- taking a 2-0 set lead into halftime. match on a 4-3 run with Bre More- kills and 16 digs herself. Lauren impossible situation, replacing domi- es, but Maricic turned into a brick DEMIAN BROWN Everyone in the crowd at the land putting the ball over for the win. Kissell had eight kills. nant starter Lindsey Maricic after two wall early. Head Coach gym smelled a three-set sweep. The Constant key players Neto and Mo- With the 10 kills against UC Riv- grueling overtimes. She registered three clinical first Titans had hit .219 in the first two reland were excited about the victory. erside, Neto is 18 kills away from What seemed like a questionable half saves and ventured out of the Fox struck the ball hard past the sets while limiting UC Riverside “Every year UC Riverside keeps first place on the all-time kills list. decision by Head Coach Demian eight-yard box on several occasions goalkeeper to the right side of the to an .080 attack percentage and fighting away at those points I am The current record of 1534 was Brown resulted in one of the smart- to slide and crash into the attacking net, ending a long drawn out contest committing 16 attacking errors. happy for my team and whoever set by Brittany Moore who played est moves of the season as the Titans offense, sacrificing the safety of her and a four game losing streak to the While the numbers foretold of a does well does well and if we come at CSUF from 2005-08. defeated the UC Irvine Anteaters in body to protect the net. Anteaters. The Titans had previously shootouts, advancing the ladies to the With the amount of opportunities been unlucky against the Anteaters Big West Conference finals. the Anteaters were conjuring, some- over the last two seasons. CSUF had “Once I’m there and ready for thing had to give. not won in the last four head-to-head the shot… my mind goes blank, The Anteaters broke through the matches. and I’m focused on where the Titan defense in the 31st minute of “I’m completely excited for the shooter is setting up, what her the game when sophomore Laura women. I think this is again an- body position is… and I just kind McGrail put her foot on a cross from other step in our process in regards of make my decision and go for it,” the pesky Natalia Ledezma. to goals that we set for ourselves,” said Pulliam about handling the McGrail one-touched the pass im- Brown said. “To be able to do it shootout situation. mediately in front of a diving Titan here against Irvine on their home Pulliam, one on one with three goalkeeper, who just missed what field is great, but the reality is that straight shooters, blocked all three would have been a miraculous save. we have more to do.” Anteater shots. Cal State Fullerton The Titans had been unlucky Sporting orange jerseys and blue made all three of their shots, negat- against the Anteaters the last two shorts on a late misty Thursday night, ing the need for more attempts in the seasons. CSUF had not won in the the Titans played aggressive and best-of-five contest decider. last four matches between the two tough, proving their worth as the No. Kishi Smith, Chelsey Patterson of them, leaving the team hungry 1 seeded team in front of a stadium and Stacey Fox all found the back of for a victory in the conference filled with 839 mostly rowdy fans. the net in their shootout attempts, tournament. However, an unusual method of prompting cheers and hugs of joy Beating a team like UCI on their deciding the tournament location from teammates. home turf shows the amount of effort left the No. 1 seeded team in an Although Maricic, a junior, played the team put forth, Maricic said. awkward position. a solid game, she was pulled after the Still undecided after 120 minutes Even though CSUF won the second overtime. She conceded that of action, the two teams settled the conference championship and en- the 5-foot-9-inch Pulliam fares well score with penalty kicks, a fate no tered the tournament as the No. 1 during the pressure of penalty kicks. team wants to end their season on. seed, the game took place at Anteat- “There are things on this team The Titans chose to have junior er Stadium, taking away any home that people don’t see and things Kishi Smith, who didn’t see any game field advantage the best-seeded that go on in the locker room that time action, attempt the first kick— team usually has. we have going for us. We have such another risky move that worked out UCI hosted this season’s tourna- a diverse team,” said Maricic about for Brown. ment because they won the confer- what sparked her ferocious game. “If Smith took advantage of her op- ence championship last season. A fate I have to get a little bump or bruise portunity by scoring the first shoot- CSUF, as 2012 conference champi- or something just to get them there, out attempt. Patterson made the ons, will realize next season. then that’s just fine by me.” second attempt, but it was up to Earlier in the week, the conference The Titans came out strong to team captain Stacey Fox to end the named Titan Head Coach Demian open the match, countering and tak- contest and send the team roaring Brown Big West Coach of the Year. ing advantage of Anteater mishaps. into the tournament finals at Ant- It is the second time that Brown has In the second minute of the game, eater Stadium. won the title.

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