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Education ranked Top 10 Education program recieves a honorable national ranking Alora Ferrara Staff Writer ASU’s online degree program was ranked on Feb. 22 as one of the “Top 10 Educational Admin Programs” in the United States by a management and business education
resource guide. The ASU program was ranked No. 10 by Top Management Degrees and was one of seven Texas schools to make the ranking due to its institutional reputation and prestige, program flexibility and tuition costs. “ASU is persistent in fostering a supportive learning environment that embraces and enhances the diversity of learners,” said Dr. Raelye Self,
Department of Curriculum and Instruction. “Diversity is such an important part of who we are as people. The overall outcome for student learning at ASU not only encompasses academic achievement, but it centers upon personal development through experiences.” The importance of ASU being recognized for its online Master of Education in Edu-
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Nursing Program nationally ranked Nurse Practitioner program earns recognition
Miguel Luna Staff Writer The graduate nursing program continues to excel by ranking in the Top 30 nationwide. RN to BSN Online Pro-
grams ranked the masters degree Family Nurse Practitioner Program as 29 out of 50 top online programs nationwide. “I am thrilled, but I am not surprised because we worked so hard,” Walker said. RN to BSN Online Programs is an online resource that allows nurses to view their
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Rugby takes state championship Rams defeat St. Edwards after three year championship feud Sam Fowler Sports Writer Ram Rugby defeated St. Edwards University 74-53 on Feb. 28 in San Antonio to claim the state rugby championship. After defeating the University of Texas-Dallas and the University of Texas-San Antonio, the Rams faced a familiar foe in St. Edwards. “The previous times they came up short,” faculty adviser Dr. John Klingemann said. “This year they got good recruits and put it all together.” St. Edwards and the Rams had met the three previous years at the state tournament with the Rams coming up short each time. “We came out a little nervous,” sophomore flanker Tashir Newsome-Smith said. “But we hyped ourselves up before the game. After the third or fourth try we knew we had it.” Scrum-half Preston Granzin scored four tries alone for the prolific Ram attack. Junior Tadeo Canon Masjoan was a key piece to the Rams’ defensive dominance as he forced countless turn-
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Top: Ram Rugby Adviser Dr. John Klingemann congratulates the rugby team on their state title and expresses his pride for the team’s hard work. Right: The rugby state champions pose for a team photo after their big win. overs for ASU. “For these seniors, it’s a culmination of the hard work and dedication they have put in all these years,” Klingemann said. “For the team and I, it was an amazing feeling,” New-
some-Smith said with regards to the team overcoming their past struggles. “Being able to bring home a trophy and say we won it
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Senior involved in fatal accident Adrian Hernandez will be missed by all Hanna Schindler Editor-in-Chief
Courtesy photo of Hernandez dressed as Heisenberg on Halloween 2015.
Senior Adrian Hernandez, 28, died Feb. 18 in a vehicular accident that took place on the 3400 block intersection of Arden Road. Hernandez was traveling home from his grandmother’s funeral when a truck driven by a 15-year-old juvenile collided with Hernandez’s vehicle. The 15-year-old was traveling at a high rate of speed according to witnesses’ reports. Investigators later determined he was traveling approximately 25 miles over the posted speed limit just before the col-
lision. He was charged with manslaughter on March 2 in connection to Hernandez’s death. Hernandez was born in San Angelo on August 26, 1987 and graduated from Central High School in 2005. He later graduated from Howard College and was attending ASU to pursue a degree in chemistry. Hernandez was a lab researcher focusing on inorganic chemistry and dedicated much of his life to science. “He would joke about finding the chemical to cure cancer,” said Dr. Ralph Zehnder, Hernandez’s research mentor and assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. “But the thing
is, he was actually building interesting chemical structures that hadn’t ever been done before.” Hernandez planned on attending graduate school at Columbia University to further specialize in inorganic chemical research. Hernandez’s friends say he was the type of person that could get along with anyone. “He always had stories to tell to make me laugh,” said Garrett Horner, Hernandez’s lab mentee. “He was the kind of person that could make anyone’s day better.” Hernandez touched the lives of many and brought
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Continued from RANK page 1 cational Administration degree program showcases the caliber of top-notch graduate students and the graduate school that is Angelo State University. “One of the desirable traits of the online programs is that they meet the demands of working professionals and allow for opportunities for professional and personal growth,” Self said. “Secondly, the online program eloquent-
ly adapts to the diversity of students by providing a vast array of instructional media and content, which ultimately results in collaboration, unity and collegiality on a more global spectrum.” National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) has accredited ASU since 2011. ASU’s overall graduate education program ranked No. 36 in the nation by U.S. News and World Re-
port for its 201 edition of “Best Online Programs” in January. “I think that this ranking is indicative of a faculty and staff who genuinely care about students,” Self said. “This ranking is more than just a number, as it represents an institution that not only changes lives, but changes family trees.” Students that have jobs, high hours or just simply need a more flexible sched-
Continued from NURSE page 1 options and opportunities regarding graduate school. ASU’s nursing program has received two national accreditations and follow the national standards and criteria for evaluations of FNP programs. “We have a top quality school. Our faculty is well qualified and provide our students with excellent experiences,” Walker said. Universities’ tuition cost, acceptance rates, course quality, technology and support were used to determine the top 50. “We are honored to have our online graduate nursing program recognized. I believe this provides evidence of our outstanding students, excellent faculty and our commitment to provide RNs with the opportunity to pursue their advanced educational aspirations in a student-friendly format and a professionally stimulating environment that is both economical and feasible,” Dr. Wrennah Gabbert, the department chair and program director, said. The nursing department’s graduate program has already received four other national rankings. It has been named as one of the “Best Online Programs,” “50 Best Graduate Nursing Schools in America,” “Best Online Master’s Program in Nursing” and “30 Most Affordable Online Nurse Educator Programs” by U.S. News and
World Report, TopMastersinHealthCare.com, CollegeChoice.net and Best Masters of Science in Nursing, respectively. Courses are sequenced so students build on their current knowledge. The faculty allows students to touch base on all practices through specific courses like pediatrics, geriatrics and women’s health. Although, a minimum of 500 clinical hours are required, students in ASU’s program take 650 clinical hours, Walker said. Students’ dedication towards the program is just as critical as the performance of the faculty. Students in the graduate program are currently registered nurses and many of them have families. This is important because Family Nurse Practitioners need the skill of nursing and general knowledge of family dynamic. FNP’s are mid-level and the program tries to get them into the workforce in especially rural areas, Walker said. “We have a 100% passing rate in certification and have no problem with job placement for our students,” Walker said. The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, Texas A&M University and Texas Woman’s University were also ranked, among others.
ule have the option to choose from a large array of online programs that can help prioritize and manage their time more efficiently. “When you’re taking 15 plus hours and working a part-time job, things can get a bit out of hand,” junior Ben Ross said. “Having the option to do an online course can allow things to be a bit more flexible and reliable, which helps you feel like you have
more control over a hectic schedule.” Other Texas schools with education programs in the Top Management Degrees rankings are: Lamar University, Sam Houston State University, Texas A&M University, University of Houston, University of North Texas and University of Texas Arlington.
Events Calendar Saturday 3/12
Tuesday 3/22
Men’s Basketball vs University of Arkansas Fort Smith
ASU Student Development & Leadership Program Blood Drive 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. UC
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Baseball vs Texas A&M University - Kingsville 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Great War Lecture Series: “Drafting for the World War and the World Series” 7 p.m. C.J. Davidson Conference Center
Sunday 3/13 Baseball vs Texas A&M University - Kingsville 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Wednesday 3/16
Wednesday 3/23 Air Force Recruitment 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Mathematics-Computer Science Building
Track & Field vs ASU Spring Break Multi-Event All Day
Saturday 3/19
The Basics of Bookkeeping 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Business Resource Center
Band Flannel Mouth at The Deadhorse
Thursday 3/24
Softball vs Texas Woman’s 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Monday 3/21 Residence Halls: Rise, Shine, and Renew! 7 a.m. - 9 a.m. Student Senate Meeting 7:00pm C.J. Davidson Center
Employee Handbook Clinic 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Business Resource Center Concert: “British Duet: Clarinet and Piano” 7 p.m. Eldon Black Recital Hall, Carr Education-Fine Arts Building
Continued from CHEM page 1 more than his broad knowledge and scientific skill to the laboratory. Many of his friends from the research team said he brought a unique sense of humor and kindness to every interaction. “Adrian was a real friend,” senior Bankole Ogunda said. “He brought light to me every day.”
Hernandez tried to help everyone he could and enjoyed sharing his knowledge of science with others. Zehnder said a big heart belonged to Adrian, who was passionate when it came to supporting the less fortunate and underprivileged. “Good men are hard to find and it is even harder to find
people who do not judge others,” Zehnder said. Hernandez was also involved in the community. He often helped with high school outreach activities by visiting local high schools and performing chemistry demonstrations for the students. “Adrian was honestly the most unique person I’ve ever
known,” graduate student Griffin Chodaki said. “The world lost something when he left us.” Hernandez’s research group focused on the creation and characterization of new inorganic lanthanide compounds, which may contribute to finding better solutions for the long-term isolation and stor-
age of nuclear waste materials, Zehnder said. The research team plans to further Hernandez’s research and publish the findings in a peer reviewed scientific journal in the near future.
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Professor shares artistic abilities Dr. Laurence Musgrove and his daughter Myra Musgrove exhibit art Alora Ferrara Staff Writer
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n ASU faculty member and his daughter featured their art work on Feb. 25 and will continue to exhibit their work through March 11 in the EFA Building’s Gallery 193. Dr. Laurence Musgrove, the chair of the Department of English and Modern Languages, will exhibit eight poems from his book “Local Bird” accompanied by Myra Musgrove’s illustrations. It’s titled “Four Hands” to signify the collaborative nature of their work. “I’ve always been interested in including illustrations of my poetry,” Dr. Musgrove said. “I have created a couple of chapbooks of my poetry with illustrations by other artists.” Dr. Musgrove said his recent book “Local Bird” includes eight illustrations by his daughter and they also have a collaborative comic called “My Song,” published in INKBRICK, a journal of comics poetry. “We would like to have other exhibits but have no specific plans yet,” Dr. Musgrove said. “We intend to discuss further possibilities with the art faculty here as well.” Dr. Musgrove said he hopes their unique style of portraying poetry with illustrations will allow people to have an
Photo by Summer Almaguer Dr. Lawrence Musgrove and his daughter, Myra Musgrove, take time to admire their poems and illustrations in the art gallery during their exhibition. appreciation of the collaborations possible between artists and writers. “[My favorite poem out of the eight] is Here and Now because it tries to demonstrate the Buddhist value of a calm, present mindfulness that can contribute to compassionate relationships,” Dr. Musgrove said. “I also like it because it’s about my dog Huckleberry.” Dr. Musgrove teaches composition, literature, creative writing and comics. His poet-
ry has appeared in the Concho River Review, Buddhist Poetry Review, Elephant Journal, Inside Higher Ed, Southern Indiana Review and Red River Review. “Literature and art play a large role in my life,” Dr. Musgrove said. “I write poetry, I teach creative writing, I draw cartoons. These are all ways I stay in conversation with the world.” Dr. Musgrove’s artistic drive and compassion for his work
allows students to gain inspiration. “It’s a good idea for a professor to pursue artistic endeavors outside of the classroom,” senior Steven Esquibel said. “I applaud Professor Musgrove for pursuing his interest on his own personal time.” Dr. Musgrove said he never planned on having this artistic collaboration with his daughter but they do enjoy working together and have a similar sense of humor and patience.
“It’s a collaborative and creative process we enjoy,” Dr. Musgrove said. “It has created a closer relationship, just as any partnership might.” Myra Musgrove discovered her artistic ability in high school. She then studied at the School of the Art Institute in Chicago one summer and then received her degree in art from Saint Xavier University in Chicago.
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Sorority members raise money to fund research for multiple sclerosis Miguel Luna Staff Writer
Delta Zeta held a fundraiser on March 1 at Dickey’s Barbecue Pit where the proceeds went towards funding research to find a cure for multiple sclerosis Members of the sorority between 2 p.m. and 9 p.m. distributed cards to customers. When a customer presented the card at the check-out, 15% of the total price would go towards the Delta Zeta Foundation. “We thought it was a cause that needed some attention, so we wanted to make a difference,” said freshman Delta Zeta member Chelle Langston. The sorority donates from the Delta Zeta Foundation to the San Angelo Walk for Multiple Sclerosis. MS is a disabling disease that affects the brain and spinal cord. The immune system attacks the myelin sheath that protects nerve cells. Myelin allows quick and efficient impulses in the brain.
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When the myelin is damaged, it causes a disruption in the communication among the central nervous system. San Angelo’s Walk for MS will take place on April 30 at Kirby Park. “Every year we volunteer at the event. Some girls will walk, pass out t-shirts or make signs,” junior Delta Zeta member Erika Walker said. “We just like to give back to the community we’re all living in. What we’re really trying to do is raise awareness.” Members agree helping the community is rewarding. “It makes me feel good knowing I’m a part of helping fund research,” Langston said. All the women had one or two hour shifts throughout, but some women remained for a longer period of time. “A lady gave us a donation on the side and said she was really impressed with the young people at ASU,” Langston said. Cheyenne Saldana, the philanthropy chair, coordinated the event. “She just naturally likes to help other people and is really caring,” Walker said. Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is located in a shopping center and
Contributed by Chastity Aguilar Kelsea Duevall and McKenna Lee stand outside Dickey’s Barbecue at the MS fundraiser. this allowed the members to advertise throughout the area to customers and on the road. Delta Zeta chose to use Dickey’s Barbecue Pit because the restaurant gives a higher percentage to fundraisers and the meals are a little more costly, Walker said. Saldana has been working on many of events, including their main philanthropy,
speech and hearing. “We work with the Starkey Hearing Foundation, which helps bring hearing aids to people in third world countries,” Walker said. The Starkey Hearing Foundation has brought hearing aids to over 100 countries. “They send us these monthly videos of like 3-year-olds or grown adults hearing for the
first time and it is the coolest thing,” Walker said. The sorority tries to emphasize the importance to give back to the community. Many of their events towards the speech and hearing philanthropy will take place in April.
team Engineering shares Handball on top of their
plans for new building game
Club returns victorious from Collegiate Nationals Alana Edgin Managing Editor
Photo by Summer Almaguer Civil Engineering professor Dr. William Kitch reviews floor plans for the new 9,000 square-foot structure.
Campus can expect a new engineering building and new faculty members in the near future Luis Montoya Staff Writer With the new civil engineering program being established at ASU last fall, engineering students and staff are excited about the new civil engineering lab expected to open in the fall of 2017. Construction of the Hunter Strain Lab was made possible through an anonymous donation of about $4 million. The lab is named after Hunter Strain, a transportation engineer who was a key part of building the highways in West Texas. There was an anonymous donor funding the building who was a friend of Strain. “We are very fortunate to be receiving this donation,” said Dr. William Kitch, professor
and department chair of the civil engineering program. “We are definitely growing here in the engineering program.” The single floor, 9,000 square-foot building will be located on 2333 Vanderventer, between the Vincent Nursing-Physical Science Building and Roscoe’s Den. Rick Stinnett will be the project manager and Kinney Franke Architects, Inc. as the architect for the project. The building will include five labs: a Geotech lab, a hydraulics lab, the water and waste lab, a material lab for concrete and steel testing and a students’ lab. So far, geotechnical site investigation and boarding has been done for the building and the site has been surveyed. Construction is expected to start in the summer. A groundbreaking ceremony is planned for the beginning of June. In the meantime, the engineering graphic and design class will have the opportunity to design a layout for the building and the architect will come to the class to talk to them about the
architecture. “I am excited for the process of the construction, especially the Geotech lab since I am a geotechnical engineer,” Kitsch said. “This building will be the focal point for the engineering program and attract more students. Also, it will have a lounge for students to hang out. The building can also be a place for non-engineers to visit, maybe even have students display art.” Kitch says with the new building, new staff members will be added to the engineering program. “I think it’s a great idea that we are getting an engineering building being built,” said Caleb Miller, a civil engineer major and sophomore. “I’m super grateful to all of the people who contributed to the program that will allow us to have it. Also, I think it will be a huge benefit, especially as we get students into upper-level classes. Any time you have a facility dedicated to a particular type of training, the students will get more out of it.”
Local champions since 2012, ASU’s Handball Club has already began a hard hitting season. The club returned victorious from the Collegiate Nationals at the University of Minnesota on Feb. 29 with two members in first place. This club has only 15 members but that doesn’t stop them from being at the top of their game every season. Handball is a unique sport, according to Handball Club Treasurer Kara Edwards. The purpose is to win by serving or returning the ball until the opponent can’t keep up. Four wall handball can be played with as few as two and as many as four players. “My favorite part about handball is traveling to compete and meeting new people from other universities that enjoy the sport just as much as me,” Edwards said. “Now whenever we travel, I get excited because I know I will be playing a sport I love and I get to hang out with the friends from other universities.” This tournament had over 40 universities and nearly 350 players in nine levels of competition brackets. “They played awesome this past week at the collegiate nationals which were held at the University of Minnesota on February 24 to 28,” Scottie Moler, recent graduate, coach and former president, said. “They had a couple of semi-finalists, and two players won a national championship in
their respective brackets.” Club President Angela Snow won first place in the Women’s A2 bracket and Vice President Nathan Swiger placed first in the Men’s B3 Bracket. “Anytime we compete in the national collegiate tournament, it’s a good mixture of intensity and having a good time with other competitors,” Snow said. “There are people from all over the nation and a group that travels from Ireland to compete, so the competition is tough and meeting all of the new people is exciting.” Members get to compete in different tournaments in and out of Texas. Some of the universities and places the club plays at are the University of Texas, Texas A&M, Missouri State University, Dallas and Houston. “Overall, it was a great tournament and everyone on the team placed higher than their original ranking,” Edwards said. “The collegiate nationals are the best tournament for beginning players to participate in due to the wide variety of skill levels that attend the event.” Since the club had two members break through nationals, they are preparing to play at three different tournaments: the Southwest Regional, the Women’s Classic and the Aggieland Classic. Many of the club’s members had never played handball before joining and the club welcomes anyone wanting to join. They accept all skill levels and work together to improve and compete. Those who are interested can contact the president at asnow1@angelo.edu, vice president at nswiger@angelo. edu or the club’s advisor, Dr. Warren Simpson, at warren. simpson@angelo.edu.
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Steven’s Spins Freddy’s, a burger godsend “Close your eyes, put this album on and listen while doing absolutely nothing else.”
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nyone familiar with the three-piece band School of Seven Bells knows that it relishes in electronic sounds mixed with Enya-like relaxing vocals. The band’s new record, SVIIB, is not the first, but it is definitely, and sadly, the last. Benjamin Curtis, one of the founding members, passed away in 2013 from cancer. However, the band, which now only consists of member Alejandra Deheza, decided to release one last album in Curtis’s honor. If this revelation isn’t sad enough, then SVIIB, which came out on Feb. 26, will surely disclose certain morosity. Beautiful, sparkling and melancholy are three words that can be used to describe it, for its music will take listeners to places high and low. The album’s lead single “Open Your Eyes,” is one of the most soothing, heart-warming yet tear-jerking songs that has seen the light of day (or dark of night) this year. Deheza delivers vocals that can be compared to a worried mother or a lonely girlfriend who has somehow been
left behind. Even with weariness in the vocal performance, the track is a blend of selfless, meaningful lyrics and sweet, electronic grooves that are sure to place listeners in a dreamy, comforting soundscape. Though melancholy, the album does have morning-pink currents that are excellent for a.m. drives through the city. Examples include the opening track, “Ablaze,” which carries listeners back to girl-groups of the 1980s. In just nine tracks, SVIIB delivers more than most indie or electronica records do nowadays. The LP contains so much honest emotion that it effortlessly squeezes itself onto the shelf of the most sentimental albums. In fact, diving deep into the lyrics would be an insult because those words are the kind listeners need to discover for themselves. This is an album to wake up to, fall asleep to and be relaxed by. Close your eyes, put this album on and listen while doing absolutely nothing else. There is nothing to critique here. SVIIB does its job, even with a tear or two rolling down its perfectly fuzzy, yet milky smooth production style of dream pop. So, please, listen to this one.
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n actual godsend opened its doors in San Angelo recently. Featuring the best burger and heavenly chocolate shake fix next to In-NOut Burger, Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers left me wondering how San Angelo gained such an awesome joint. The fast food restaurant features a 1950s diner aesthetic with red and black accents accompanied by adored
era appropriate tunes. Any interior that is themed or nostalgic in any way is an A+ in my book but what really stole the show was the taste! The menu features steakburgers, pattymelts, chicken sandwiches, hot dogs, fish and chips and even a veggie burger. This self-proclaimed all-American eatery features a vegetarian option? I would say this is an impressive feat for fast food. Not only do they know how to make a steakburger but also know how to market to all kinds of Americans who like good food. Although nostalgic in theme, the prices are definitely in 2016. $4 for a custard shake is steep but I have to say that I didn’t regret buying it. The prices are similar to Whataburger but you don’t have to wait 25 minutes at Freddy’s to get your food! (Don’t get me wrong, Whataburger is still life).
The food seemed to be fresh as can be and came out piping hot. I also heard that they make everything to order with no heat lamps in sight. With freshness as their key to winning me over, the fries made me appreciate them on a whole other level. As someone who is not a usual french fry enthusiast, these skinny potato sticks of heaven were made out of everything that is good in life. I might add that the french fries absolutely must be eaten with no less than a vat of Freddy’s fry sauce in order to truly understand the experience I had. After definitely over indulging this weekend, I don’t think I will be going back for a while but I want everyone to know that wonderful greasy-goodness now exists in San Angelo in the form of a steakburger, fries and frozen custard.
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“Nothing exciting, just staying here and probably working.”
“Probably gonna go back home, just chill with my family, watch TV. My aunt and uncle are coming over and I haven’t seen them for about two or three years, it’s gonna be cool to see them and just enjoy ourselves.”
“I don’t have much planned. But I am actually moving from one house to another, closer to campus.”
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Katy Ralph
Andremarie Jean
“I am going to go visit family in Mexico, then I am going to go visit my brother in San Antonio.”
“I am going to Colorado with some friends. We are going to Boulder to ski and snowboard. A friend of a friend is going to show us around as well.”
“My spring break plans are to sleep all day and spend some time with my family.”
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Page 6 Continued from WIN page 1 means a lot. No one can take that away from us.” Next up for the Rams will be the NSCRO Cowboy Cup in Albuquerque, New Mexico. “We’ve heard how we never beat these teams either,” Newsome-Smith said. “But
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they said that about St. Edwards.” In the Cowboy Cup, the Rams will compete with the Rocky Mountain Conference with the tournament also being the first round of the NSCRO playoffs.
Keep up with the rugby team as they travel to Albuquerque, New Mexico for the NSCRO Cowboy Cup regional tournament.
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Ram Rugby’s officers and advisors pose for a photo with the state trophy.
Belles win conference Men ranked Basketball takes title for the first time in 11 seasons Sam Fowler Sports Writer Belle basketball defeated West Texas A&M 68-65 in double overtime on March 5 to earn their first conference tournament championship since 2005. The third meeting between WTAMU and ASU played out with a close win by the Belles, just like the Jan. 13 meeting at ASU with an overtime wins. “[West Texas] is such a quality class program,” Head Coach Kevin Baker said. “They fought till the bitter end every time we played.” This game saw 11 lead changes between the Belles and Lady Buffs before the Belles took the twelfth and final lead change. In the first half, neither team could establish their dominance with the biggest lead being eight points in fa-
vor of the Belles. At the half, the Belles went into the locker room and later tied with Lady Buffs at 30 points. The second half saw the Lady Buffs change the momentum with a 10 point lead in the third quarter before the Belles closed it to a one point lead at the end of the period. “We told them we’ve been here before,” Baker said. “We did what we did all year and battled.” In the fourth quarter, the two teams exchanged one point leads before the Lady Buffs tied the score with a minute and 47 seconds left in regulation. With the first overtime period, the Lady Buffs pulled ahead by four points early on. The Belles were able to narrow it down to two points before junior guard Lexi Murphy tied the game with a layup in the final minute of overtime. The second overtime saw the Belles carry over their performance in the first overtime
as they jumped out to a narrow three point lead. Unlike the Lady Buffs the Belles were able to regain their lead despite tied scores with 3:40, 2:48 and 1:43 left in the game. After missing her first free-throw, junior post and Lonestar Conference Player of the Year, Jasmine Prophet knocked down three consecutive free throws to give the Belles a three point lead. The Lady Buffs had a chance to tie it with a three-pointer as time expired, but Lexi Murphy hauled in the rebound from the shot to seal the game for the Belles. “I can’t even put it in to words,” Baker said when asked what this means to him in the press conference afterwards. With the win, the Belles earned the No. 4 seed in the NCAA South-Central regional tournament. They will play the No. 5 seed Colorado School of Mines in Lubbock on March 10 at 8:30 p.m.
No. 3 seed Rams carry on after loss and continue to NCAA tournament Sam Fowler Sports Writer Ram basketball fell 88-72 to Midwestern State in the Lonestar Conference tournament final on March 5 in Allen, TX. Despite a stellar performance by senior forward Omari Gudul, who led the team in scoring with 15 points and three others in double digit scoring, the Rams could not muster up the offense to match the Mustangs. The Rams scored the first points of the game to gain a two point lead early. That was only one of their two leads in the game as the Mustangs held the potent Ram offense to just 31.4% shooting from the floor.
Junior guard Quay King was just 2-10 in three-point shooting for the Rams in this game. Aside from the score, the stat-sheet suggests this was a closer game than it may have seemed in real time. The Rams had more second chance points (23) than MSU (12). Compared to ASU’s 31.4 percent from the floor, MSU shot a resounding 53.8 percent. The game got out of hand when the bench hit the court and started scoring points. MSU scored a staggering 32 points off the bench compared to the Rams’ nine points. After the loss, the Rams received the No. 3 seed in the South-Central regional tournament hosted by MSU. The Rams will face the No. 6 seed, Arkansas-Fort Smith, on March 12 in Wichita Falls and the time is to be announced.
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