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Ashmore residents Jeff and Sarah Coffey celebrate a Falcons touchdown during the second quarter at the Charleston Elks Lodge. The Lodge hosted their second annual Super Bowl Chilli Cook-off to help celebrate Super Bowl 51. The Colts fans said “anybody but the Patriots” when asked who they were rooting for. The Coffey’s also earned a second place prize for their chilli entry.
Workgroup makes plans to analyze survey data By Kalyn Hayslett Editor-in-Chief| @DEN_News Workgroup No. 8, Academic Visioning I, determined how they will analyze survey results and how they will begin formatting their final recommendations during its Friday meeting. Workgroup member Ryan Hendrickson, interim dean of the graduate school, said the group will look at how to increase enrollment when analyzing the suggestions from the surveys and the programs that were requested during a town hall meeting open to the campus last Thursday. “The overall charge of the project is enrollment growth, so I would
think enrollment growth is what would drive how we think about our recommendations,” Hendrickson said. “That’s why we are here and what we are trying to achieve.” Workgroup Chair Jeff Stowell, a psychology professor, wanted to establish how the members would prioritize the recommendations. More data will be available during the Workgroup’s next meeting once the surveys are closed on Wednesday, Feb. 15. The workgroup is using four main categories to structure its recommendations: new and modified programs, degree completion programs, signature programs and micro degrees. Stowell gave two ways of prioritiz-
ing the data and said the group could either rank the programs by criteria or by suggestion order. Feasibility is important, but this aspect should not be the focus and could be determined by Eastern President David Glassman, Stowell said. “Everything that has come in besides the surveys are in the updated report, then I think we should rank each program on potential for enrollment, and I think that’s it,” Stowell said. Workgroup member Kimberly Kuspa, a student, said it is important to keep in mind how realistic the suggestions are and determine how quickly they can be implemented when prioritizing the recommen-
dations “We have to think ground-level, what do we want to see now, because big, grand ideas are kind of our thing but we have to be realistic,” she said. The members also cleared up its confusion about micro degrees. During the town hall meeting several participants suggested different subjects for the micro degrees: inclusive leadership, critical thinking, life skills and financial literacy. Stowell said the micro degrees are different from certificate programs and from minors because of the target audience. “I believe our minors are primarily for our four-year students on campus, whereas these micro de-
grees will be for post-baccalaureate students who either re-tooling or continuing education credits, and maybe they just want another credential to strengthen their job application,”Stowell said. There were several suggestions on what to call the micro degrees including a “badge,” a “stamp,” and “add-on,” so Hendrickson gave the members homework for the next meeting. “Next time we meet, we go out there and figure out what we call these things,” he said. Kalyn Hayslett can be reached at 581-2812 or kehayslett@eiu.edu.
New RSO, Creatives,to bring talent to campus By Loren Dickson Entertainment Reporter | @DEN_News Creatives: The College Talent and Entrepreneur Agency, a new registered student organization, will host its first talent/award show 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Grand Ballroom of the Martin Luther King Jr. University Union. In this organization, students are
able to put on their own events, show their brands and promote their talent. Ty l e n El l i o t t , t h e p re s i d e n t of Creatives and a senior communication studies major said the point of this organization is to foster student talent and give creative students and entrepreneurs an outlet for their ideas. Creatives is open to all students who have a talent or passion they
would like to express. This organization includes photographers, videographers, fashion designers, singers, dancers and more. “We’re still in the beginning stages, we want to see what other talent we can bring in,” Elliott said. Andrianna Fullerton, the vice president of Creatives, said this organization is a way for creative people to come together and to build
on their individual talents. Fullerton said she got involved because Elliott noticed her work ethic and he thought she would be a good fit. “If people want to put on an event, they can come to us,” Fullerton said. Fullerton said Tuesday’s awards show is a great way to bring everyone together and have fun. She said those who go can expect
something different from what they have seen at Eastern before. “Some awards that will be handed out are funniest student, lasting impression, fraternity/sorority of the year, athlete of the year and many more,” Elliott said. Loren Dickson can be reached at 581-2812 or ladickson@eiu.edu.
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Brady Leads comeback against Atlanta Falcons, Patriots win 34-28 in over time HOUSTON (AP) — Tom Brady led one of the greatest comebacks in sports, let alone Super Bowl history, lifting New England from a 25-point hole to the Patriots' fifth NFL championship in the game's first overtime finish. The Patriots scored 19 points in the final quarter, including a pair of 2-point conversions, then marched relentlessly to James White's 2-yard touchdown run in overtime beating the Atlanta Falcons 34-28 Sunday night. Brady, the first quarterback with five Super Bowl rings, guided the
Patriots (17-2) through a tiring Atlanta defense for fourth-quarter touchdowns on a 6-yard pass to Danny Amendola and a 1-yard run by White, which came with 57 seconds remaining in regulation. White ran for the first 2-pointer and Amendola did the deed with a reception on the second. Brady finished 43 for 62, the most attempts in Super Bowl history, for 466 yards and two touchdowns. "You know, we all brought each other back," Brady said. "We never felt out of it. It was a tough battle. They have a great team. I give them a
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25th postseason game, by far a record. It's hard to imagine a tenser victory. Belichick became the first coach with five Super Bowl crowns. The Patriots won the coin toss for overtime and it was no contest. Brady completed six passes. A pass interference call took the ball to the 2, and White scooted to his right and barely over the goal line. His teammates streamed off the sideline to engulf White as confetti streamed down from the NRG Stadium rafters.
Lawmakers consider expanding Illinois immigrant protections CHICAGO (AP) — Illinois legislators are proposing to boost immigrant protections statewide in response to President Donald Trump's executive orders on immigration, a move advocates say would essentially give the state "sanctuary" status. One proposal says schools, medical facilities and places of worship don't have to give access to federal immigration authorities or local law enforcement working on their behalf. Another proposal would limit cooperation and communication between local police and immigration authorities. The legislation's chances of passage are uncertain. Backers of Trump's moves say he is just fulfilling promises he made during the campaign, and warn that "sanctuary" cities and states risk losing their federal funding. Reaction has been divided to a series of immigration-related executive orders
signed in Trump's first days as president, including one designed to allow local law enforcement to investigate, apprehend or detain immigrants living in the country without legal permission. Some states, like Texas, have moved to reinforce Trump's orders, while lawmakers in California are advancing a statewide sanctuary proposal. Illinois already has some of the nation's most immigrant-friendly laws. Advocates are pushing sanctuary ordinances in suburbs like Oak Park. The state's largest immigrant advocacy group, the Illinois Coalition of Immigrant and Refugee Rights, is pushing city officials to make Chicago's rules stronger. Democratic lawmakers say the two statewide proposals are just the beginning of what they want to do. But the extent of any opposition isn't known.
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lot of credit. We just made a few more plays than them." Before the stunning rally — New England already held the biggest comeback in the final period when it turned around a 10-point deficit to beat Seattle two years ago — the Falcons (13-6) appeared poised to take their first NFL championship in 51 seasons. Having never been in such a pressurized environment, their previously staunch pass rush disappeared, and Brady tore them apart. "Deflategate" far behind them, Brady and Bill Belichick won their
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While Democrats control the Illinois House and Senate, it's not clear where Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner stands. He said that there are "serious concerns" about another Trump executive order suspending the nation's refugee program, and urged resolution "through the courts." When asked about sanctuary cities and states, he said in a statement that it's "not a state issue" and he supports "comprehensive immigration reform." Other Republicans are opposed. Rep. John Cabello, a Republican from Machesney Park, noted that any entities adopting sanctuary status risk losing federal funding. Trump has threatened to strip federal money from sanctuary states. Democratic Rep. Emanuel Chris Welch of Hillside, who sponsored the schools bill, said his bill would offer peace of mind for immigrants in schools,
churches or hospitals. Hi s p l a n w o u l d b a r f e d e r a l immigration agents from those sites, with few exceptions, such as obtaining a court-issued warrant. It'd also prohibit employees from asking about immigration status and require training on immigration issues. Of Illinois' nearly 13 million residents, close to 1.8 million are foreign born, according to Census data. The Pew Research Center estimates roughly 450,000 are living in Illinois illegally. Democratic Rep. Lisa Hernandez of Cicero is drafting a separate bill that'd limit interaction between local authorities and immigration agencies. It would discourage information sharing and allow local police to decline requests from immigration officials to keep defendants in custody while they await deportation.
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“the enlightenment.” The first wave began in the mid1800s and led up to the ratification of the 19th amendment, which prohibited denying someone the right to vote based on gender. Sheldon Aaron, a graduate student studying counseling, discussed the second wave of feminism, which began after World War II. He said this wave of feminism wanted to focus on restructuring gender roles in the home. Aaron, who wore a shirt with the word “Feminist,” on it, said he wants to encourage men to promote equali-
Three graduate students spoke on how to advocate for gender equality at “Feminism in Action,” one of the many workshops at the EIUnity Diversity Conference on Friday. Porfirio Gallegos, a college student studying college student affairs, said feminism is not about saying women are better than men; instead, it is about equality. Gallegos started the presentation by introducing the first wave of feminism, which he called
ty, even in a passive way. He said the fourth wave of feminism is happening “here and now.” Cayla Maurer, a college of student affairs graduate student, said currently, feminism is not a taboo word and is viewed less critically. The three leaders of the workshop broke the participants into three groups to discuss political development, social development and personal development. Ways in which feminists can make a political development are through attending women’s marches and getting other men involved,
Gallegos said. Mark Hudson, director of Housing and Dining Services, said it is important to vote and know the candidates. “If you stay home on voting day, you’re not in the game. You’re on the sideline,” he said. While in Washington D.C. for the Women’s March on Washington on Jan. 21, Maggie Burkhead, director of TRiO, said she was amazed at how many men were there to march for women’s rights. She said some men even wore shirts which said “I came from a nasty woman,” poking fun at a comment
made by President Donald Trump. KC Compañano, a senior psychology major, said seeing two men lead the workshop and giving the presentation meant a lot to her. Kelsey Oglesby, a graduate student studying clinical counseling, said she had always thought of the word ‘slut’ as a negative term until after the workshop discussion. She said it is empowering for feminists to work to get rid of the negative connation and stigma of the word. Kennedy Nolen can be reached at 581-2812 or kdnolen@eiu.edu.
Student activism workshop emphasizes empathy, civility By Leon Mire Associate News Editor | @DEN_News The idea that university staff can support student activism that is both fearless and respectful was one message workshop participants heard as part of the EIUnity Diversity Conference. Workshop presenter Jessica Ward, assistant director the Office of Student Standards, said activism is important because it changes people’s personalities and values. “We need to take action sometimes to stand up for what you believe, but it always needs to be based in dignity and respect,” she said. Workshop presenter Kelsey Cripe, assistant director of student standards, presented some tips for staff and advisers when talking to students plan-
ning to protest. Her three tips were to get all sides of the story, build a relationship with the students and be educated about the issues students are protesting. Activism should be focused on making one’s opinions heard, not on attacking or disrespecting other people, Ward said, because personal attacks are both immoral and counterproductive. Advisers must also ensure the safety of students planning to protest, she said. Ward and Cripe asked the audience what they thought about staff actually participating in student protests. Heather Webb, director of the Office of Student Standards, said she thought staff can participate to a limited degree. “There’s a line between being there
and being all up in the middle of it,” she said. “But I think you should be there, because students might have a lot of feelings and might look to you to help process them.” But activism is not limited to protests, Ward said, and pointed to the shirt she was wearing, which read, “Ask me about my pronouns,” as an example of transgender activism. Ward said it is important for staff to support students even if they do not agree with their political or other personal beliefs. “It doesn’t matter how I feel about the president. If you’re in my personal circle, you know how I feel. But professionally, it doesn’t matter,” she said. Megan Corder, an associate resident director and graduate student majoring in college student affairs, said she tries to limit expressing her
opinions online. “If I’m friends with my students and I post something (they disagree with), I then say to them, ‘I won’t support you in this capacity,’” Corder said. She said she tries to find the right balance between expressing her own views and supporting the students where she works. Students should realize that discomfort is an important part of personal growth, Ward said. She compared discomfort to how a pearl is made: a grain of sand lodges itself uncomfortably in the oyster’s shell, so it forms a pearl around the irritant. “Without that discomfort, you would never have this beautiful thing,” she said. Cripe said protests are an outlet for students who feel their voice is not
being heard. Protests are especially common on campuses because college is when students are being challenged mentally and spiritually, she said. Ward said sometimes students are too eager to protest and that they should first seek other avenues to resolve their conflicts. “I understand that you’re mad that your meal swipe didn’t work, but is it really appropriate to do a stand-in in the dining hall?” she asked rhetorically. Advisers to student groups need to have good judgment about when peaceful protests are actually necessary, she said. Leon Mire can be reached at 5812812 or lkmire@eiu.edu.
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Research can be lengthy, yet necessary Virtually everyone recognizes the role science has had in shaping modern life. Such applied research, in which technology is used to alter nature for our benefit, enjoys wide acclaim. But many people seem to be impatient with basic research, which advances scientific knowledge of the world without seeking any real-world application. Critics often say it is useless and too expensive. Who cares that we have discovered some new particle? they ask. Who cares about finding new prime numbers? Who cares what kinds of bacteria live in this place or that? Would scientists’ time be better spent studying cancer or something else more important? But basic research is the necessary first step to finding real-world applications. We cannot know where new breakthroughs will come from or how they will affect apparently unrelated disciplines. I recently learned about an excellent example in one of my biology classes. In 1969, Thomas Brock was studying bacteria found in Yellowstone National Park, and he discovered that some bacteria were able to withstand the high temperatures in hot springs. A full seven years later, scientists isolated a protein that enables the bacteria›s DNA to survive division at abnormally high temperatures. Several years later, Kary Mullis and others discovered that the protein could be used to improve the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) process, which creates copies of short segments of DNA. Most DNA would break down at the high temperatures needed to create copies of DNA, but it was now stable with the addition of this protein. Wait, thousands of dollars and years of research for that? Who on earth but crazy scientists care about such details? The impatient critic would have long since shut down the funding for such apparently useless research. But it did not take long for scientists to find practical uses for the new and improved PCR. Now that the DNA was stable, they could reliably reproduce tiny fragments of DNA, which are very useful when you only have a small amount of DNA to work with. Forensic scientists have used PCR to catch criminals using the DNA found in a single hair when the trail would have otherwise gone cold. Research into both cancer and HIV also requires the sensitivity provided by PCR. It greatly improves organ donation and genetic testing, and it is crucial in studying the effectiveness of new antibiotics. Nobody could have predicted 50 years ago that some guy digging in the mud in Yellowstone would provide a crucial piece of the puzzle that would catch criminals and revolutionize medicine. Similar examples could be multiplied indefinitely. Maxwell’s seemingly esoteric theories about the nature of light and magnets paved the way for every electronic device we use today. Large prime numbers are a cornerstone to encrypting sensitive information on computers. Einstein’s theory of relativity must be taken into account to make GPS devices accurate. So we should cast a wide net and fund basic research even when there is no apparent use for it. We should make sure that scientists are motivated to do their best work and that young people are excited to enter the field that interests them most, rather than studying something they are not passionate about because they cannot get grants doing what they love. Otherwise, we will all miss out on the next big discovery, because science will only thrive when scientists thrive. Leon Mire is a senior philosophy and English major. He can be reached at 581-2812 or lkmire@eiu.edu.
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Learn, participate for African-American Heritage Month Learning about one’s history and heritage is important. It connects us to our cultures and helps us realize our roots to be able to see where we come from. Because of this importance, the News staff encourages students, faculty and staff to take advantage of the programs offered this African-American Heritage month. Unfortunately, African-American history is not taught as widely or as in-depth as other aspects of history, which is a shame. African-American history is American history. The history and voices of African-Americans are valuable and deserve to be heard. For those who have not been exposed to these topics, there is a month of programs scheduled to help them learn about the heritage and history of black Americans. At African-American Heritage month’s kickoff, for example, people could see traditional African and modern dances and look at “student-made artwork depicting the power as well as the struggle of African-American citizens,” ac-
cording to a recent article. This month is a good way to start conversations and learn about topics that are unfortunately often ignored. Just gaining this exposure to a different culture or way of thinking can be a valuable experience. Luckily, even though organizers had their own struggles, this month’s programs are still appearing without a hitch. Though the organizers of the month were not given the budget or a student committee to put together the events, they were still able to fight this challenge and create a celebration. In an article called “Students celebrate the start of African-American Heritage Month,” Yolanda Williams, an academic adviser for the Gateway program, said it was the students who volunteered and gave their time and efforts who pulled the event off despite financial restraints. “I’m really happy about that because (the student volunteers) are not seeing it as we have no money; they’re seeing it as ‘OK, we’re just going to
do it,’ and that made me very proud,” she said in the article. At the very least, we should recognize the hard work the organizers did for this month and the fact that they were able to plan a whole month of events with financial restraints by going to these programs. These discussions should not end at the close of the month, however. Talking about African-American history and heritage should be an ongoing discussion in schools and universities. Even without a designated time or place, African-American history and heritage should be given the same respect other ethnicities histories are. Let this month be a starting point to learning more about African-American history. Read books, search the Internet or ask professors for resources to help you learn more. In this age of information, it is now more possible than ever to learn more about topics that you may not have broached before. The daily editorial is the majority opinion of the editorial board of The Daily Eastern News.
Facebook’s new focus a welcome change Facebook recently celebrated its thirteenth birthday, and in celebration, I would like to take a second to consider the role Facebook has played in my life. Granted, I have only been on the social media for about half of that time, but Facebook means something much different to me at age twenty than it did at age thirteen. At thirteen, I joined Facebook because I wanted to keep in touch with my summer camp friends. Also, everyone except for me seemed to be on social media. I was quickly disoriented because Facebook seemed more like a game than a mode of communication. I thought a status was something someone updated when they were doing something of significance, such as winning a soccer game or celebrating their cousin’s wedding. Instead, everyone was doing “like for a truth is.” For those of you who do not remember, that was liking someone’s status to receive a post on your wall regarding their opinion of you. They were pretty superficial, and often ended up saying “truth is… I think you’re really cool and funny. We should hang out/chat/talk more,” or some variation thereof. Of course, no one did hang out, chat or talk more. In my experience, Facebook was a mode of verification. Every like my peers provided contributed to the idea that I had friends, that I was important and that people cared what I was doing. Considering that I was in middle school, every-
Abby Carlin one constantly believed themselves to be in a crisis. This lead to a plethora of passive aggressive threats and posts, as well as depressing and vague song lyrics, acting as a virtual narrative for the population of the depressed white kids in the Chicago suburbs. As I transitioned from middle school to high school, I found that Facebook became a place for validating oneself to their peers (essentially the opposite of middle school). Statuses about attending concerts, parties and sporting events littered my timeline. Pictures of boyfriends, girlfriends and best friends were uploaded again and again. If a relationship, whether it be of a romantic or platonic nature, was not documented on Facebook, it did not exist. It is rather strange to scroll back and see that my virtual self was not an accurate representation of my actual self, because the things that seemed important at the time (parties, sports games, and Saturday afternoons at the mall) are the things that I can-
not seem to remember. The day-to-day things were trivial and insignificant, but they meant everything to me. Now, at twenty, Facebook is a space for me to voice what is important. I revealed my future and college plans on Facebook, my cousins announced their engagements and pregnancies and my friends update me about their exciting new lives at universities all across the world. However, in the past two years, Facebook has become increasingly political. There are quite a few people who dislike that, but I appreciate the shift in dialogue. No longer is Facebook just a place for cute pictures or likes, but a place for political discourse. I am not quite sure what Mark Zuckerberg had in mind when he created Facebook. What started as something simple became a major industry and staple in the new millennium. From updates on my neighbor’s health, my roommate’s opinion on the season finale of her favorite show to information about a new method of human trafficking, Facebook is as versatile as it is popular, and I am eager to see how the future of Facebook will affect how we communicate with one another. Abby Carlin is a sophomore English language arts major. She can be reached at 581-2812 or alcarlin@eiu.edu.
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JaLisa Smith, adviser for Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated, prepares a plate for Lanita Hinton, a senior general studies major, at “Soul Food for the Soul” Sunday afternoon at the Cultural Center. “I wanted to be supportive of my cultural foods,” Hinton said. “Being African-American, we have to stick together, build each other up.” Plates of macaroni and cheese, fried chicken and more were given out for $5. For an extra $2, participants could get a dessert and drink.
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Charity holds trivia night to aid those in need By Mallory Kutnick Campus Reporter | @DEN_News The name of the game was helping the poor Saturday night as Charleston’s chapter of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul hosted a trivia contest at St. Charles Borromeo Church. An international charity with over 700,000 volunteers, according to a pamphlet handed out at the trivia night, the SVdP’s goal is to providing assistance to those in need. Some come to them when they come up short for water bills. Others seek the organization’s assistance when they cannot pay medical bills. The SVdP even provides volunteers available to listen to people’s problems. The SVdP refers people to other agencies if it cannot meet their needs. These agencies include the Salvation Army, the Civic Association, Charleston Township and the Embarras River Basin Agency, which provides energy to low-income households. The trivia contest cost $10 per person plus extra money for food all to benefit the SVdP’s cause. Categories included “Cars R Us,”
“Sports Corner” and “Love Thy Neighbor: Mexico.” Tables of up to 10 people worked as teams to answer questions about antiques, nursery rhymes, recent celebrity deaths and the human body. At the end of each round, the teams had two minutes to review their answers and run them up to the judges’ table. SVdP chapter secretary Roy Lanham said the turnout was great as he handed out free raffle tickets to each of the approximately 200 attendees. Participants took an intermission at the halfway point, during which the SVdP engaged competitors in a different fundraising game. Those who chose to participate stood up and held $1 bills to their heads or “tails.” At the flip of a coin, players were narrowed down, their bills adding to the funds, until the game was down to a three-way tie. Master of Ceremonies Matt Piescinski called the situation a “Mexican standoff.” Twelve tosses later, two of the three players were seated. Only Charleston resident Dian Ensign remained standing.
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Master of Ceremonies Matt Piescinski asks a trivia question Saturday at a trivia contest hosted by the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. The contest was held at St. Charles Borromeo Church.
“I never win anything,” Ensign said. Following the seventh category, a Chicago Cubs-themed table led the other attendees in singing “Take Me Out to the Ballgame.”
At the trivia night, the SVdP also acknowledged St. Charles’ new pastor, Rev. Hyland Smith. An Eastern alumnus, Smith graduated with a bachelor’s degree in psychology in 1999, then returned to earn his master’s in
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Men’s tennis gets first win of season By Dillan Schorfheide Sports Reporter | @DEN_Sports After losing four straight m a t c h e s , E a s t e r n’s m e n’s tennis team notched its first win Friday against the University of Saint Francis. Eastern had been swept 7-0 twice in its first four games, once against Ball State and once against Indiana University, but this time the Panthers get the sweep. Most of the victories in the match were by considerable amounts, with only five of the total sets being won by Eastern by less than three points. “It is cer tainly nice to get the win on Friday, not only as a team but everyone as individuals took care of winning their match,” coach Samuel Kercheval said. “So it is a good first step, but as we talked about before, (we) need to be happy but not content.” The second statement from Kercheval stems from t h e t e a m’s p e r f o r m a n c e s from their two losses last weekend when Kercheval said the team can be happy with where they are at but they should not be content and always strive to do better.
In the weeks leading up to the team’s first win Friday, the players had been working on multiple parts of their game. These included handling the pace of the ball, controlling their emotions and never giving up despite what the scoreboard said. The team also worked a lot on communication on the court. On Monday, the team had Eastern’s ROTC come to its practice to help them with communication and leadership. Kercheval said his team handled pace well over the weekend and its discipline in doubles was better. After the win Friday, the team dropped its match Saturday against Illinois State University 5-2, the same score it lost to University of Illinois-Chicago a week prior. Freshman Freddie L AUREN MCQUEEN | THE DAILY EASTERN NE WS O’Brien continues to play well at the No. 1 spot in the Freshman Gage Kingsmith defeated University of Missouri-St. team’s lineup, after playing Louis’ Kristoffer Lindal 6-3, 6-7, 1-0 during the EIU Fall Invitaagainst some of Eastern’s tional on Oct. 2, 2016, at the Darling Courts. opponents’ best players earlier this season. He defeat- fight that we needed to win Saturday in Indianapolis ed Illinois State’s Urh Kra- overall as a team. We have against IUPUI. The New York York Times Syndication Sales Corporation Corporation to be tougher, more comjnc Domiter 3-6, Times 6-3, 10-5. The New Syndication Sales 620 Eighth Avenue, New York, N.Y. 10018 petitive and show that we “Our showing at ISU was Dillan Schorfheide can be 620 Eighth Avenue, New York, N.Y. 10018 For Information Information Call:want 1-800-972-3550 it more than we did disappointing,” Kercheval reached at 581-2812 or at For Call: 1-800-972-3550 For Release February 2017 weekend.” said. “We haveSaturday, that this dtschorfheide@eiu.edu. Fordidn’t Release Monday, February 6,4,2017 Eastern’s next match is energy, communication and
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Panthers fall flat, lose to Tennessee Tech By Sean Hastings Sports Editor| @DEN_Sports The Eastern men’s basketball team has really put itself in a corner, and that is a corner it cannot afford to be in. Fresh off two wins, the Panthers ran into a tough Tennessee Tech team and lost 87-68 Saturday at home. Nothing was going the Panthers’ way Saturday, when Eastern scored, Tennessee Tech either matched it or hit a 3-pointer which the Golden Eagles were 11-20 from beyond the arc. A perfect example of that was junior Ray Crossland going on a fast break, dunking, and having the ball pop back out after it seemed like it was all the way down. Eastern’s public address announcer announced the good score from Crossland. It was that close. The referees called a travel on the play, but that was waved off and the Panthers were given the ball because Crossland grabbed his own rebound. Eastern could not convert and Tennessee Tech’s Alek-
sa Jugovic went down and hit a 3-pointer for the Golden Eagles. If Crossland’s dunk was good, Eastern would have been within 10. “That was a killer,” coach Jay Spoonhour said. “It’s not (the nail in the coffin) but when you’re trying to come back, you need every point you can get.” The rule is that the ball has to clear the net for it to be a good score. “Those are actual points,” Spoonhour said. “When you take bad shots or turn the ball over, you’re giving away points. When you actually make one and it comes back you, you know it isn’t your day.” And it definitely was not the Panthers’ day. They found themselves in a hole early on and it was just like they were trying to keep up with the Golden Eagles, but it was too much. Junior Muusa Dama has been a huge for Eastern all year down low. Being the big man to get the ball to for a post play, block shots, and get rebounds. But the problem with Dama all season has been
is that he finds himself in foul trouble and he has to take a seat on the bench for some time. Dama racked up two fouls in less than seven minutes, causing him to only play four minutes in the entire first half. His presence was surely missed. Tennessee Tech outrebounded Eastern 18-11 in the first half and only six points in the paint in the first half. Eastern had just 17 to Tennessee Tech’s 37 for the entire game. “That changes everything for sure,” Spoonhour said. “It affects more than you think. If you think about our team last year and really in previous years, we didn’t have anyone that can affect stuff. Muusa is really able to that stuff for us. Him going out really really hurts.” Spoonhour said even though losing Dama hurts, they have to be able get around that and still play well. A loss Saturday hurts Eastern, but it still is mathematically in the hunt for a tournament spot. Sean Hastings can be reached at 5812812 or smhastings@eiu.edu.
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Junior Montell Goodwin eyes the basket during Saturday’s 87-68 loss to OVC conference opponent Tennessee Tech. Goodwin led all Panthers scores with 16 in the loss.
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More problems arise for men’s basketball team By Maher Kawash Basketball Reporter | @DEN_Sports For a team that was projected to finish 2nd in its division, the 3-8 Eastern men’s basketball team has taken its fair share of disappointments this season. The Panthers suffered an 87-68 loss to Tennessee Tech Saturday afternoon, and from the very start it became clear that this team may have more problems than previously thought. It is as if each loss brings out a different issue or small mistake that should only be haunting a team early on in the season. With five games remaining the Pan-
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thers are on the outside looking in when it comes to the conversation of any postseason action. After a comeback win over Tennessee State just two days before, the Panthers just came out flat against the Golden Eagles and the defense paid the price. “We weren’t getting a whole lot of help off the bench and it was just one of those games,” Eastern coach Jay Spoonhour said. “We don’t have the luxury to have one of those games right now.” Stops were hard to come by for Eastern leading to a 15-point halftime deficit, and it just displayed how this team can be so out of place at times. It is never just one thing that has
caused this unexpected downfall for the Panthers, and the struggle to create any offense proves that in other games. Against Tennessee Tech the Panthers shot right around their average from deep at 37 percent followed by 44 percent shooting from everywhere else. But the stops just never came for the defense, allowing the Golden Eagles to make 55 percent of all their shots in the game. “We’ve backed ourselves into a corner and you can’t come out and play like that I just can’t believe it. “We make some silly mistakes and it’s a little late in the year to make those mistakes.” The Panthers big men have been
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struggling with foul trouble in nearly every loss and the rebounding numbers, ability to protect the rim, and spacing on offense are all negatively impacted from it. It is not just one problem plaguing them anymore and their 3-8 conference record is a result of that. In Eastern’s recent stretch of games as the previous two wins came when the defense limited the mistakes and held both opponents to under 70 points. “We’ve played poorly before but this is the first time I’ve felt that were just not hearing each other.” Spoonhour said. “We’re slow to read stuff and we have guys out there just on differ-
ent pages.” With eight losses it is safe to say the Panthers’ backs are against the wall and they need to win the final five games just to have a chance of cracking the conference’s top eight. The opportunity also grows tremendously in Eastern’s next four games as it is the four teams sitting above them in the division standings. “You have to play well and were not paying well,” Spoonhour said. “If you don’t play well enough to win home games then you probably deserve what you get.” Maher Kawash can be reached at 581-2812 or mwkawash@eiu.edu.
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Women’s basketball wins crucial game By Mark Shanahan Women’s Basketball Reporter | @DEN_Sports The Eastern women’s basketball team got back into the win column with a solid defensive performance over the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles on Saturday afternoon. The Panthers held the Golden Eagles to just 46 points in the 5446 victory at Lantz Arena. Eastern improves to 8-15 on the season and 4-7 in the Ohio Valley Conference. The Panthers forced 25 turnovers as Tennessee Tech falls to 9-15 on the year and 6-5 in OVC play. Senior Erica Brown had one block in the game and it gave her 45 blocks on the year, which puts her at seventh all-time in school history for blocks in a single season. Brown also made history with her six rebounds; she is now 10th all-time with 674 career rebounds. Brown scored 13 points in the game. Brown and the team were looking at this game as a must win when it comes to making the conference tournament. “If we want to get a spot in the tournament this was a must win. We have to win this one to get the momentum going for the next upcoming games,” Brown said. The Panthers jumped out to a 4-0 lead to start the game and held Tennessee Tech to just nine points in the first quarter. Freshman Danielle Berry closed out the first with a jumper to make it 12-9 Eastern going into the second quarter. Berry scored a career high seven points
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Senior Erica Brown drives past Tennessee Tech defender Anacia Wilkinson Saturday during the Panthers 54-46 win over the visiting Golden Eagles. Brown recorded 13 points and hauled in six rebounds.
and had five rebounds and four steals. Eastern had 14 steals in the game.
The second quarter consisted of four ties and four lead changes. Sophomore Halle Stull scored all
seven of her points in the second period including a mid range shot with under a minute left to give
Eastern a 28-25 lead. Stull also had six rebounds and five assists in the game. The third quarter lacked offense as there was a combined five shots made in the 10 minute quarter. Eastern shot just 21 percent in the quarter and the Golden Eagles were not able to take advantage with 10 turnovers in the quarter. Junior Grace Lennox scored seven of her 13 points in the third and earned five of the points at the freethrow line. Eastern coach Debbie Black had a half court trap defense going on Saturday, which caused the many turnovers for the Golden Eagles. “You go with what works and nobody saw that yet, you know they’re going to prepare for that,” Black said. “We prepared for them doing it, and they hardly did it to us.” Eastern led by three heading into the fourth quarter and extended the lead to seven with a fast start to open up the final period. Tennessee Tech fought back and came within two points midway through the quarter. Eastern did not give up the lead however and scored the next six points to give them the largest lead of the game. The Golden Eagles out-rebounded the Panthers 41-28 in the game, but their 25 turnovers led to 24 points. Eastern will go back on the road to play Tennessee-Martin on Wednesday for a midweek matchup. Mark Shanahan can be reached at 581-2812 or mmshanahan@eiu.edu.
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Women secure win even with up and down shooting JJ Bullock Women’s Basketball Reporter | @DEN_Sports Normally, a team that fuels it’s wins by running an offense that produces high shooting efficiency, the Eastern women’s basketball picked up a win Saturday at Lantz arena 54-46, despite shooting just 38 percent from the field. Eastern entered the game second in the conference in field goal percentage, but looked out of character Saturday going 21-55 shooting. It was a roller coaster of shooting for the Panthers, after the close of the first half they were at their typical 41 percent shooting; however, a 3-14 performance in the third quarter sank their numbers. But regained form in the fourth, shooting 50 percent from the field. Eastern head coach Debbie Black commented on the adjustments made between the third and fourth quarter that led to the spike in efficiency. “We were setting screens and holding it, then we decided to slip them,” Black said. “Slip, slip, slip, and then we got layup after layup, and then we went back to holding them. They could not adjust to our adjustments.” Making up for slumping shooters, Black had to make on the fly changes to her offense to pick up the shooting. “Basketball is kind of like football, not quite the same but, it’s a chess match. Maybe I should have recognized that earlier, that was the big adjustment,” Black said. “I think that pressure, 1-2-2, half court, which we have never done. We thought there was something we saw in practice, today actually, and I thought our team could do that for an hour long. So I am not saying the coach made some great plays, but we made some great
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Sophomore Halle Stull grabs a rebound in Saturday’s game against Tennessee Tech at Lantz Arena. Stull grabbed six boards in the Panthers 54-46 win.
adjustments.” The changes made proved to be necessary after the very bad offensive third quarter by the Panthers, where they managed to make just three field goals.
“I couldn’t figure out how we couldn’t score either. They were switching everything and then we decided to slip it,” Black said. “Then we kind of turned the corner, Grace (Lennox) made some shots, obvious-
ly Erica (Brown) got layups at will, she probably could have had four or five more. I do not believe their post thought our post could play. We got the ball in the post anytime we wanted. But that slipping of the screen
made them move more and gave us easier looks at the basket.” JJ Bullock can be reached at 581-2812 or at jpbullock@eiu.edu.