New SGA President Elected Athletics Director Dismissed JOHN DERIAN STAFF WRITER BRANT WILKERSON-NEW Daniel Thorpe Is UNCW’S SPORTS EDITOR Newly Elected SGA President

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April 12, 2007 Seahawk www.theseahawk.org New SGA president elected Athletics director dismissed JOHN DERIAN STAFF WRITER BRANT WILKERSON-NEW Daniel Thorpe is UNCW’s SPORTS EDITOR newly elected SGA president. With [email protected] 54.65 percent of the votes, Thorpe The speed of his fall from ranks made him an attractive option for beat out Megan Jelley and Morgan was equal to the rate that athlet- the position. Wyand. Thorpe is a junior majoring ic director Mike Capaccio rose According to Brian Mull of the in oceanography and geology, and through the ranks in the UNCW Star-News, Capaccio increased he is minoring in leadership. For athletic depart- the program's Thorpe, this will be his first time as ment. endowment to an elected SGA official. Following a $4.5 million “I’ve been saying this a lot tumultuous year, and scholarship through out the campaign: that Capaccio was contributions to someone without SGA experi- fired just one $700,000. ence will give a breath of fresh month before his C a p a c c i o air.” Thorpe explained that the aver- contract was due came under age student sees the SGA and the to expire. harsh scru- school’s administration on a pedes- “ E f f e c t i v e tiny following tal. “I want to change that image immediately, last basketball because we are all on the same Mike Capaccio season when level,” Thorpe said. has been relieved he was unable One of the first things Thorpe of his duties as to sign bas- said he wants to do when he takes director of ath- ketball coach office is to promote the SGA. “We’re Chris Carlton | THE SEAHAWK letics,” chancel- Brad Brownell going to hit the campus and let the With 55 percent of the vote, junior Daniel Thorpe is the new SGA lor Rosemary to a new deal. students know who we are,” Thorpe president. DePaolo said in B r o w n e l l Courtesy of uncw.edu said. “We’re going to work hard as a statement. “I resigned and Mike Capaccio began his tenure as well as play hard.” returning from a night downtown. “Most people don’t know they have believe the uni- took a job at athletic director in May 2005. When Thorpe realized he wanted In addition to program ideas this option,” Thorpe said. versity will be Wright State. to run for the office, he polled more gathered from the poll, Thorpe said Thorpe’s cabinet still needs to better served with He was 83- than 900 students (approximately he became aware of how many stu- be selected. Applications can be this change in athletic department 40 in four seasons as head coach eight percent of the entire student dents don’t utilize the resources the picked up at the CAIC office in leadership.” and led the program to two Colonial body). Thorpe used the responses university has to offer. “In the poll, room 2029 of the Fisher Student The firing came just days after Athletic Association titles as well as a way to develop his platform. I asked students to name three tradi- Center. Aside from Thorpe, other the completion of a review by fac- as two NCAA Tournament appear- A popular program Thorpe has tions at UNCW, and barely any were newly elected SGA officials include ulty representative Bill Bolduc and ances. endorsed is called “Teal Taxi.” This able to,” Thorpe said. “It’s not like Will Dennis as student body vice- DePaolo’s special assistant, Max A 7-22 season under new head public transportation plan would they don’t exist; these programs just president, Christopher Faulkner Allen. coach Benny Moss coupled with an transport students from campus to need advertising.” for senior class president, Brian Capaccio’s tenure as atheltic NCAA Tournament appearance by locations downtown and then back Thorpe illustrated a program DesRoches as junior class president director began in May 2005 after Brownell and Wright State brought to campus. The plan would include offered at the Diversity Center. The and Mark Blackwell for sophomore serving a stint as interim athletic back Capaccio’s critics. food stops along the return trip for Diversity Center gives $300 towards class president. director. His ability to raise money those inevitably hungry passengers the startup of a new school club.

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ASHLEY GRIFFIN MAY 6, 1988 TO APRIL 4, 2007 Ashley Griffin, 18, of Belmont, N.C., passed away over the weekend. Due to injuries in a car crash, Griffin died Wednesday at Carolinas Medical Center, Charlotte, N.C. Ronnie Jones, the other driver, also passed away. Griffin was a 2006 South Point High School graduate and a Teaching Fellow at UNCW. The Seahawk and the UNCW system mourn the loss. April 12, 2007 | Seahawk NEWS 3 North Carolina considers public smoking ban

with the pub- to a study done by the North Carolina State chocolate cake.’ It opens the door to endless EMILY NUGENT CORRESPONDENT lic ban. “If you Center for Health Statistics, smokers in North possibilities of regulations.” are a smoker, Carolina exceeded the national average by In a press release on March 21, R.J. Tobacco put North you have the two to four percent in all five age categories. Reynolds Tobacco Company, the second-larg- Carolina on the map. right to smoke, The state hopes that a ban on smoking in est U.S. tobacco company and subsidiary House Bill 259, a state- but what you public places will eventually translate into a of Reynolds American located in Winston- wide smoking ban in pub- don’t have is decrease in smoking. Salem, N.C., responded to Bill 259. lic and work places, is cur- the right to Dave Yayac, local artist and bar man- Tommy J. Payne, executive vice presi- rently under consideration in disregard the ager of Goodfellas Nightlife in downtown dent of public affairs for Reynolds American, the North Carolina House of want of the Wilmington, said, “I think it should be banned said: “We support reasonable public smoking Representatives. Addressing non-smoker. everywhere, even bars.” restrictions with common sense exemptions the health issue of second- A smoker Although supporters of the ban are numer- for places such as private homes and adult- hand smoke, lawmakers want can’t make the ous, those who oppose the interference of only facilities like bars; unfortunately, as cur- to see public venues smoke- decision for government in private enterprise stand behind rently written, this bill doesn’t include those free. someone else, their opinions. common-sense exemptions. This bill would Stringent local laws regard- saying, ‘Well, Jerry Williams, former executive vice ban smoking in virtually every bar, tavern and ing the smoking of tobacco in I’m going to president of the North Carolina Restaurant private club in the state of North Carolina.” public places are welcomed smoke; if you Association, said in a study published by While the staple of the state’s agricultur- by many residents. don’t like it, the American Journal of Public Health, “If ally-fueled economy continues to surround Corey Beccarino, a nurs- leave,’” she the health department can regulate smoking itself in controversy, its future in the public ing student at Cape Fear said. because of the health implications, they can arena is yet to be decided. Community College, agrees According come back and say, ‘You can no longer serve

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With all the focus on graduation and get- that mean we should sacrifice our dreams for the Seahawk staff or the University of North Texas has considered legislation to offer Carolina Wilmington. Letters can be submitted in ting a high-paying job, I can’t help but ash the money? Should we go find a good paying job, women $500 to keep them from having an person at the Seahawk office located in Modular following: Are we doing what we love, or are just to live lavishly? Why bother if you don’t Unit 5 Lot E, by mail at the Seahawk Newspaper, abortion, and after birth, the child would be we just in love with money? love what you do? 601 S. College Rd. Wilmington, N.C. 28403- given up to adoptive services. South Carolina 5624 or by e-mail at [email protected]. Everyone wants to think he or she will Maybe I’m just an old-fashioned dreamer, is considering a bill that obligates physicians leave this place with a degree and fall into the but it’s time to love how we live and in turn The Seahawk is published by the students of the to show their patients an ultrasound before University of North Carolina Wilmington as a source perfect six-figure salary job. Now, we are not love what we do. What’s the point of going of news for the university and surrounding community. they can offer an abortion. so naïve to think it will happen, but is that the to work and hating every second? We went to As a forum for free expression, the Seahawk and Not only does this amount to a waste of new American dream? And, if so, where is school to do something with ourselves. I went its staff operate with complete editorial freedom; the taxpayers' dollars, it amounts to restricting a the love, and, more importantly, where is the to school to find my passion. If there is no views contained within the Seahawk are those of its staff and do not represent those of the university. woman’s freedom. This all says, “Hey! Go passion? It used to be all about the 2.5 kids, more passion for what we do in the workplace, Material in the paper is produced, selected and edited get an abortion if you want.” Of course it is white picket fences and ‘50s housewives; now what other passions will escape us? Passion by the editorial staff and writers of the Seahawk. followed by “Oh yeah, you must see the child Unsigned editorials represent the majority opin- we are lucky just to scrape by, taking a job for sushi? Hot guitar players? $750 Christian ion of the editorial board. Signed editorials and first,” or, “Wait, I’ll trade you the baby for this at Port City Java just to make car payments. Louboutin pumps? (Well, maybe that’s just commentaries are the opinion of the author and months rent.” But have our dreams gone by the wayside, me.) do not necessarily represent the views of the Offering money for a life only trivializes or are we too busy making non-fat lattes to Do what you love, and love what you do. Seahawk editors and staff. Advertising content does not constitute an endorsement of the service the life, and forcing someone to see the ultra- dream? We can’t expect to find the job of our After graduation, think about your dreams, by members of the Seahawk staff. The Seahawk sound before an abortion is, as Mya Miller dreams as soon as we leave school, although and never let go of your passions. is a member of the Associated Collegiate Press. said in the March 29 abortion article, “an egre- Individual staff members are affiliated with the Society maybe some of us will be that lucky. But does of Professional Journalists. The Seahawk utilizes gious act of emotional assault.” the McClatchy-Tribune Media Service for portions It’s a choice for a woman to make, of content. The Seahawk is hosted on the Internet not something we should have the abil- by College Publisher, Inc. All content in printed SHOULD ANY OF THIS LEGISLATION BE PASSED? and electronic editions are (c) 2006, the Seahawk ity to sway. Newspaper. On the Web: http://www.theseahawk.org ANSWER THE ONLINE POLL AT WWW.THESEAHAWK.ORG. April 12, 2007 | Seahawk OPINION 5 Letter to the Editor Stop abuse in N.C. schools

Currently in North Carolina, the only peo- ation and sexual arousal that endures for the ple who can smack someone on the buttocks rest of their lives. We can never know how as part of their paid professional duties are many innocent children have had their sexual prostitutes, porn stars and educators who are development derailed by school paddlings. employed in schools that practice paddling. Any number is too many. If one puts Medical science has long recognized, and all other considerations aside, this should documented in great detail, how being struck be reason enough to support Rep. Martha on the buttocks can stimulate sexual feelings. Alexander’s House Bill 853 to prohibit corpo- Children of school age are especially suscep- ral punishment in North Carolina’s schools. tible. The tragic consequence for some who are - JORDAN RIAK subjected to this kind of maltreatment is that ALAMO, CA they form a connection between pain, humili-

Mr. Riak is executive director of Parents and Teachers Against Violence in Education

Celebrity rehab-er-nation

PATRICK MCCARTHY ASSISTANT LIFESTYLES EDITOR Who needs an American Idol when we Simpson, Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston were have Paris Hilton exposed, “Laguna Beach’s” all, at one point, Hollywood’s golden couples; Jason Wahler going to jail and Hollywood’s but, we loved watching each of their mar- most infamous starlets checking into rehab? riages fall apart and watching following the One can’t help but laugh at what has aftermath of crazy drunken nights and serial become of the term “role model” for the youth rebound dating. of America. Remember back, 10 or so years Reality television has put the final dag- ago, when the pop music craze was just about ger in the heart of our pop idols. Some of the to hit and teenagers and young adults were highest viewer ratings are from shows that fol- plastering their walls and lockers with photos low the chaotic lives of D-list celebrities. We of up-and-coming young athletes and the watch Nicole Richie starve herself on “The innocent teenybopper singers? Britney Spears, Simple Life,” Backstreet Boy Nick Carter live Mandy Moore, the boys from 98 Degrees and with his insane, drug-addicted family on “The The Backstreet Boys had become role models House of Carters,” Anna Nicole Smith do due to their “talents” and star power. whatever exactly she did on her reality series Jump ahead 10 years: “Talent” is old. We and the aforementioned marriage deconstruc- no longer care who can sing or act, but who tion of Spears and Simpson/Lachey. I feel like can give us drama and excitement. There is shows such as “Laguna Beach” and “8th and nothing more entertaining to us than to build Ocean” are being created just so we can create a star up and then see him or her fall. Case-in- a “star,” like Wahler, and destroy him or her point: Britney Spears. The former pop prin- shortly after with celebrity feuds, drug addic- cess has never received so much attention than tion accusations and sex scandals. when she left her sleazy husband after getting The point? Maybe it’s time to rethink your knocked up twice, shaving her head, going to American Idols. A new wave of young talent rehab and then attempting suicide. It’s sad; (actual talent) is rising. Academy Award win- it’s scary; but it is totally entertaining. And ner Jennifer Hudson, “Ugly Betty’s” America Britney isn’t alone. Child-star-turned-super- Ferrera and Matt Dallas of “Kyle XY” are all star was an amazing feat for Lindsay Lohan, following in the footsteps of the greatest, and but we don’t want to see a beautiful girl stay I am not talking about a Hilton or a Duff. I on top; so, as soon as she became a star, we am thinking Roberts, Hanks, Crowe (minus watched intently as the media tore her apart, the phone throwing). But until actual talent right up to her checking into rehab. rises over mindless media stunts by former And I can’t forget to mention Hollywood pop stars, I can’t wait to see what happens to couples. Ryan Phillippe and Reese Britney next. Witherspoon, Nick Lachey and Jessica April 12, 2007 Page 6 Summer's essential suit UNCW goes BROOKS LANCASTER JUNIOR STAFF WRITER on a It’s official. Spring has sprung - well, said the April 2007 edition of GQ. maybe it’s still in bloom; but either way, Whether a tighter fit works or not, spring fashions are here, and they’re what’s truly key is the color – some- now. They’re bold, bright and brilliant, thing bright, something that keeps and they’re catapulting us into the sum- you from blending in with the sand. mer. Yes, we’re looking to summer, The color of the season is tak- already. But, why can’t the fashion world ing inspiration from the sun. Yellow DIET give us time to absorb the spring rays? is this year’s summer must-have. AMANDA COSGROVE There’s an easy answer: Only the sum- Yellow is showing up in both men’s SENIOR STAFF WRITER mer is haute enough to fashion bask. and women’s swimsuits. The color is Summer 2007 is packing quite a vibrant, strong and eye-catching – all College campuses are not really known for punch. It has taken direction from the things you want to be on the beach or being the healthiest of places. From grabbing spring and carried over many bold prints by the pool. quick pizza to skipping meals, college stu- and vivacious colors; this could be one For women’s swimsuits, biki- dents are often assumed to be less than wor- of the most light-weight summers we’ve nis are a mainstay to any summer ried about health and nutrition - not to mention seen. collection, but designers are show- the “freshman 15” stereotype. But, UNCW The season’s designers have chosen ing string bikinis in rustic-metallic students seem to be more concerned than a markedly lighter aesthetic that oozes colors, and in particular, textured many would imagine. In the recent fall cam- warmth but aims to keep you cool (liter- suits this season. The texture adds pus dining survey, students asked for more ally and figuratively). For both men and additional pop and style to some- healthful options and nutritional information women, euro-chic best labels the look; times traditional and boring color. in on-campus dining locations, according to it’s polished and crisp. Stylistically, women’s suits come in the UNCW campus dining Web site. And, of course, the look we’re talk- a variety of different cuts, but the And UNCW is listening. As of March 1, ing about regards the one must-have for key is finding a suit that works for UNCW dining facilities will no longer use this summer -- in fact, the one critical your body type. Just remember to trans fat for fried foods. As stated on the cam- essential to any perfect summer – a take cues from the designers on color pus dining Web site, “We only use trans fat- swimsuit. and print. free cooking oils.” Trans fats, especially those Designers are presenting a much The essential summer suit is what created during the hydrogenation process of more retro-style suit this season, at least you make it, and it’s less about a look some foods, are linked to a higher risk of coro- in the fit, anyway; it’s shorter and slim- and more about personal style; but, nary heart disease and other heath problems mer than the baggy cargo-style swim- whatever you wear – own it. and have no nutritional benefits, according to

suits of seasons past. Chris Carlton | The Seahawk the American Heart Association. In 2003, the “When you’re alone with her on Cape Fear Community College student Jamie Green models a swim- FDA issued a regulation that requires manu- the beach, wear less this summer – not suit from the new line for Beanie & Cecil. The colors for this spring factures to list trans fat in nutritional informa- those droopy, oversized surf shorts,” are vibrant, strong and eye-catching. tion on products. Many restaurants and food manufacturers have reacted to the increased awareness of the trans fats by removing them from their foods. In addition, cities such as BY MIKE PIGFORD New York and Chicago are taking steps to limit the use of trans fats in restaurants. Other changes due to the dining survey have also been made. Nutritional Information Kiosks, which are computers students can use to access nutritional information about food at specific locations on campus, are now located in dining areas on campus. Students can also access nutritional information online at the campus dining Web site, http://www.UNCW. CampusDish.com. Also available on the Web site are health tips, recipes and links to other helpful sites. Campus dining is also making more options available to students in all dining locations. The spring campus dining survey is now available online, so be sure to let UNCW know what still needs to be changed. April 12, 2007 | Seahawk LIFE 7 Urban Art Show

FRANCESCA SOROKA during performances. The canvas was built, SENIOR STAFF WRITER “MindsOne” tagged across eight feet, and the idea to expand was in motion. Inspiration fires like synapses. One hushed Rather than battle with an arts scene they word becomes a sentence, a glimpse the basis found exclusive, Konscience and Rory M of a story or poem. Colors reflected in passing put their efforts towards creating their own windows on the freeway create an atmosphere avenue. They decided to “use MindsOne’s translatable to canvas. Beats, paint, ink and pull to showcase some artwork we appreci- lined paper, glass, iron, cello and mic—all ate,” Konscience said. The result: a mix of are charged. artists with ranging styles and influences On Thursday, April 19, Bella Festa, located whose works will tie together under the term at 2nd and Princess, will serve as the switch- “urban.” board for at least two outlets. The Urban Art “Urban isn’t just industrial,” Rory M said. Show, as part of the Grand Imperial Showcase, “It’s naturalistic, abstract and realistic.” will exhibit six local visual artists, with their At first, this may seem nearly impos- works hanging until the end of the month. As sible, but in looking at the piece he and part of an ongoing weekly event, the Grand Konscience collaborated on, it becomes true. Imperial Showcase regularly hosts emcees, Rory’s intricate painting style is influenced Sarah McKone | The Seahawk beat battles and regional artist spotlights each by his drawing abilities, while Konscience’s Check out the Urban Art Show, an exhibit of six local visual artists, April 19 at Bella Festa Thursday. April 19, it will display yet another style directed more by graffiti. What results downtown. platform: paint. is a 4-by-8 expression that is as fragmented as Earlier this year, Konscience, half of the a city skyline, heavy with rigid lines. A moon perspective. as the styles of visual art. What the event does local hip hop group MindsOne, and Rory in the upper left corner is naturalistic in its So, a range of artists and perspectives com- is offer a collage. The six visual artists and M, a skateboarder and artist, set out to paint placement and portrayal. Abstract rays spread pliments the hip hop aspect of the Thursday two showcased groups will layer the night in a backdrop for the group to hang onstage across the piece, all while keeping a realistic nights. Different styles in hip hop are as vast expression.

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COURTNEY FLAHERTY JUNIOR STAFF WRITER

Movie sequels are slat- ed to make a big splash this summer. “Spider-Man 3,” “Shrek the Third,” “Ocean’s Thirteen,” “Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer,” and “Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End” are all scheduled to open this summer. Kyle Lewis, assistant prop master for “Cabin Fever 2,” thinks that maybe Hollywood just ran out of ideas. Lewis says that “Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End” will probably be the biggest movie this summer, but he believes even the low-budget films will do decently. Derek Pons, a UNCW film studies student and Blockbuster employee, said, “Summer is always

spiderman.sonypictures.com “Spider-Man 3,” “Shrek the Third,” “Ocean’s Thirteen,” “Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer” and “Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End” are all scheduled to open this summer.

the most common time of year for studios to release sequels, but this year seems like a lot, even by those standards.” Pons said, “There only seems to be a couple of big movies that aren’t either sequels or adaptations this summer.” Pons does not think Hollywood is running out of ideas. “It just means they want as little risk as possible when spending millions on a movie, so they bank on franchises with well-known names that almost guarantees an audience,” he said. “When there are this many [movie sequels], some movies that seem like guaranteed hits during any other year are bound to be disap- poitments box office wise,” Pons said. “There doesn’t seem to be any original films coming out that will, even crack the top 10 for the summer, but thats not a bad thing,” Pons said. “I’m looking forward to a bunch of these sequels, so I’m not complaining.” April 12, 2007 | Seahawk LIFE 9 Phoenix Rising concert to benefit local non-profit organization

ASHLEY NORRIS nent housing, increase job skills or education SENIOR STAFF WRITER level and increase self determination skills,” Nunley wrote. The Soapbox Laundro-Lounge will host The Phoenix Rising concert will feature the Phoenix Rising Concert May 12 at 7 p.m. Jess Joplin, Da Howlies, Kim Dicso, Kristin to benefit the Wilmington non-profit organi- Ford and Someone’s Sister plus one other band zation, Volunteers of America. The event will to be announced at a later date. According to feature a lineup of six amazing musical guests the concert’s MySpace page, all the musical and will raise awareness and money towards guests have agreed to perform for free to benefit Volunteers of Volunteers America, an of America. organization The Soapbox Laundro-Lounge Tickets that provides are avail- housing, sup- will host the Phoenix Rising able for $20 portive services in advance and case man- concert May 12 at 7 p.m. to and $25 at agement for benefit the Wilmington non- the door. families that Tickets are homeless profit organization, Volunteers are avail- due to domestic of America. able online violence. at http:// Volunteers www.soap- of America b ox l a u n - opened in the drolounge. ‘90s after a survey that went out into the com. Also, those interested in volunteering Wilmington community deemed the com- should contact Terri Nunley at 910-762-4488 munity needed more housing for families who or check out the concert’s MySpace page at are victims of domestic violence. http://www.myspace.com/pheonixrisingcon- “Volunteers of America stepped up and cert. opened a transitional housing site right here in Wilmington,” assistant program director of Volunteers of America, Terri Nunley, wrote in an e-mail interview. “So far, we have helped from ART page 7 over 300 women and children find permanent housing in the community.” Social Memory Complex from Chapel Volunteers of America allows families to Hill, along with MindsOne, will perform, reside in their housings for up to 24 months. the artwork banging on the walls. $5 covers “This time allow the families to find perma- music and inspiration for all spectators. April 12, 2007 Page 10 POST MADNESS: GATOR LIFE AFTER NCAA FINALS

biggest show in town. I’d be willing to bet that he and I talked about contracts or anything, “They’re different kids, and I think that’s why RANT ILKERSON EW B W -N plenty halftime conversations at the national I told him that I wanted to be at Florida,” SPORTS EDITOR we’ve won. We’ve been a team and it’s been [email protected] championship game revolved around Tim Donovan said. “This is where I wanted to be; all about team, and we’ve helped foster the Tebow and the losses on the defensive side of I am committed to being here.” team.” The last time a college basketball pro- the ball. Some would call Donovan crazy for want- They could have entered the draft after gram won back-to-back national titles, it set So, with the chance to take a massive paying to be there right now, with his entire start- last season -- Noah potentially threw away off a national hatred that has lasted more than raise and get an ego boost for being the most ing lineup leaving the program at the very millions by returning to school. As a group a decade. wanted man in coaching, Donovan had to same press conference. though, they decided to come back and win Oh, and that universal disdain for the Blue think about it, right? Joakim Noah, Al Horford, Corey Brewer it again. As amazing as it would have been to Devils is still going strong. Nope. He didn’t even listen to Kentucky’s and Taurean Green sat on the podium together see them come back and try for their third in a Who knows what the consensus will be pitch. He said he didn’t even ask about the to announce their decision to enter the NBA row, it’s hard to fault them. on the Florida Gators in a decade, but shortly financial package Kentucky was prepared to Draft. “I feel like we’ve done everything we after winning their second title in a row, it’s offer. It was no surprise to see this group together, could possibly do in college basketball, and awfully hard not to love the Gators. “I felt like the right thing to do was to be even in announcing they were parting ways. then some more,“ Brewer said. “It’s been Before coach Billy Donovan could even able to make a decision without stringing “I’m happy to be able to go through this so much fun, but I feel like we all know it’s enjoy his second trophy, he was being pep- anybody on,” Donovan said. “I have too much with these three guys up here,” Brewer said time to move on and take new challenges. It’s pered with questions about taking the job at respect for [Florida Athletics Director] Jeremy when his turn came, holding back tears. hard, though, because we love each other so Kentucky. [Foley] and the job he does here … and the It’s not very often players cry when they much.” The premier coaching job in the country University of Florida.” announce they’ll be going to make millions in They’ve done more than enter college bas- was reportedly ready to offer him nearly $4 Typically, coaches use these job inquiries the NBA and won’t have to deal with 8 a.m. ketball lore for their winning. They’ve shown million to come to Lexington. It’s hard not to to try to squeeze out a new contract from the chemistry class anymore. players that it’s all right to turn down the listen when Kentucky comes calling. school they’re at. Donovan didn’t even put “That shows you the type of character I’ve money in exchange for another year of glory Kentucky also has something Florida will Foley on ice, just for a minute. had the opportunity to coach the last three and everything else that comes with college. never be able to offer Donovan: being the “Jeremy and I met this morning, and before years,” Donovan said of his players’ emotion. see GATORS page 11

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She team in the nation. said being a female rider in a mostly male Tampa Bay fan, I don’t want The finals will be held on April 20-22. dominated sport can be a challenge. to miss this season as the Each team will consist of six male riders and “As a girl, I have to challenge myself more one female. Last year, UNCW went to the because I ride with mostly guys,” she said. young Devil Rays get ready competition and ranked No. 9 in the nation, “Guys are on a higher level; they do tricks I to make a move in the AL East. Also, with many west coast and it left as No. 7. This year they are going in couldn’t even dream of.” at No. 6 and expect to be in the top three. Anderson said the team will be facing some games being missed in the broadcast schedule, MLB.tv sub- Ronald Anderson, vice president of the hard opposition. “The Florida schools will be club, has high hopes for the team this year. our toughest competition,” he said. “They get scribers are sure to be able to see Barry Bonds’ home runs as “If we all ride well, I think we can get top to ride year-round -- unfortunately, we and he approaches Hank Aaron’s record. The subscription is only three this year,” he said. “We have a stronger other schools can’t practice year-round.” team this year; our number one rider last year Anderson said some team members went $15 per month or $90 for the full season. is our number two this year.” to warmer waters in Florida over the winter Anderson also said this year they have bet- just to practice for this event. ter female rider, which can be a key element The Collegiate Finals will be broadcast on - Brant Wilkerson-New in competition. 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