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Cats defeat Huskers 76-67 in historic upset By Nick Craddock ncraddock@kykernel.com
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — UK’s unlikely season continued on Sunday, this time in the form of a historic, and arguably, the biggest win in program history. One dream season was going to come to an end following the end of the Sweet 16 matchup between UK and Nebraska. But it was the top-seeded Huskers (32-2) who came crashing back to reality after losing 76-67 to fourth-seeded UK (28-7). The Cats and the Cornhuskers were both gunning for their first Elite Eight appearance in school history. “We didn’t come here looking at seeds, we came here just ready to compete,”
junior guard Amber Smith said. UK entered the game with an 11-win improvement over last season, but the Huskers, who boasted a 17win improvement, were favored to not to let the best season in their school’s history go to waste. Despite a sparse number of UK fans, greatly outnumbered by Huskers fans, in attendance at the Sprint Center, the Cats were not intimidated by the hostile environment that they benefited from in their first two tournament games held in Louisville. “I was so impressed with our players in that atmosphere,” UK head coach Matthew Mitchell said. “I thought we made some pretty tough plays to answer
SEC Freshman of the Year A’dia Mathies goes for a layup against Nebraska during UK’s Sweet 16 win.
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The UK bench celebrates as the Cats defeat top-seeded Nebraska 76-67. Nebraska had only lost one game on the season entering the contest. some big (plays) they made when their crowd was trying to get behind them.” The first 10 minutes saw the game teeter back and forth with seven lead
changes and seven ties. Both teams also shot extremely well from the floor in the first half as UK shot 56.7
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WEST VIRGINIA 73, UK 66
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Freshman guard Eric Bledsoe sits at his locker after UK’s 73-66 loss to the West Virginia Mountaineers on Saturday at the Carrier Dome in Syracuse, N.Y. Bledsoe wouldn’t say for sure if he’ll return to UK for his sophomore season or not after the game.
Too high of a climb Cats won’t be remembered for falling short SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Standing on the precipice of greatness, perspective is easy to lose. So when the Cats stunningly fell just short of the Final Four, they fell hard. The team, whose 13 players combined played in six NCAA Tournament JAMES games before this PENNINGTON season, often Kernel struggled to find columnist the right reaction in certain situations. But before, there was always another chance somewhere down the road. Saturday — after a shocking series of events in which UK forgot how to make its 3-point shots, but kept trying anyway — that chance for redemption vanished. Yes, UK was undoubtedly the
tournament favorite once fellow basketball behemoths Kansas and Syracuse lost in earlier rounds. Yes, John Wall was expected to take over late against the Mountaineers like he had done so many times before this season. But one year ago to the day Saturday, a man named Billy Gillispie was fired, and not because his team fell short of Final Four expectations. Remember him? He was fired because his team missed the tournament altogether, because he couldn’t grasp the public affairs aspect of his job. Because Kentucky basketball didn’t look, sound or feel like Kentucky basketball. Despite the loss against West Virginia, a point had already been made: The legendary aura around UK has returned. After the game, the players may not have had the perspective at hand to reflect on what was, by all means,
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a remarkable season. Those new to the program this season may not realize it, but this isn’t what the Cats have been like the last few years. The outgoing four-year seniors, Perry Stevenson and Ramon Harris (Mark Krebs transferred to UK his junior year), have been through quite a bit while wearing the blue and white: three head coaches, a rare strikeout on Selection Sunday and more criticism than any upstanding member of society deserves. “I just wish we could have ended it on a good note for Ramon, Mark Krebs, Perry and Patrick,” DeMarcus Cousins said, throwing in Patrick Patterson, a de facto senior because of his pending three-year graduation and likely defection to the NBA. “Some of them have been through hell these past few seasons.” See Pennington on page 4
Cold shooting ends UK’s season By Metz Camfield mcamfield@kykernel.com
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Their goal was a national championship. Six newcomers and seven returners meshed together throughout a long season filled with individual and team records, lategame heroics and a conference championship to become a “family.” But in the East Regional Finals of the NCAA Tournament, the Cats couldn’t overcome a poor night of shooting from beyond the arc and from the foul line and fell 73-66 to West Virginia. “I’m proud of my team. They fought, they just kept trying,” UK head coach John Calipari said. “I’m proud of what they’ve done all season.” In a tournament known for its bizarre plays and upsets, Saturday night’s game between UK and West Virginia had a little bit of
everything. For starters, despite missing all 16 two-point field goal attempts in the first half and being outrebounded 29-13, West Virginia went into the break with a 28-26 advantage on the scoreboard thanks to eight 3-point baskets. After missing his first five shots from the field and being held scoreless for the game’s first 13 minutes, West Virginia senior forward Da’Sean Butler made four of his next six shots and finished the half with 15 points. Butler was then held scoreless in the second half until he hit a pair of free throws with 3:42 left in the game to put the Mountaineers up 63-49. Conversely to the Mountaineers’ outside shooting, UK couldn’t buy a basket throughout See Men on page 4
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Astronauts trained in IMAX 3-D In space, no one can hear you scream — and you can't reload film into a large-format camera. Given that limitation, when the crew of the Space Shuttle Atlantis blasted off 10 months ago to rendezvous with the Hubble Space Telescope for repairs, they had to be conscientious about using the 575-pound IMAX 3-D strapped into the cargo bay to film their mission. Even though housing a mile's length of film, the camera could shoot only about 8 minutes of footage before running out, so every moment captured on film had to be planned out and timed to the second. The result of that mission to the space-based observatory 350 miles above Earth is the new IMAX film, "Hubble 3D," which opens Friday. The 43-minute film narrated by Leonard DiCaprio captures the rigorous training of the spacewalking astronauts — they train in a pool that mimics the conditions in outer space — the flight, the spacewalk made by the crew for the repairs on the telescope — as well as 3-D excursions through the vibrant images the Hubble has captured over the years from various solar systems and galaxies. "IMAX made its first space-related film in 1981 about the maiden voyage of the shuttle," says producer/director Toni Myers ("Blue Planet," "Space Station 3D"). "The treasure-trove of pictures that Hubble has sent back . . . kind of made me crazy," Myers says. "If you recall, they were going to torpedo Hubble out of the sky after the Columbia accident in 2003. Once the final service of the Hubble was reinstated, I went straight to NASA. I said we need to show people what an amazing instrument it really is. The website is fantastic, but we can also portray it in a mind-blowing way in IMAX."
Eight months before the flight, Myers and her crew began instruction on the large-format camera with the astronauts. For this mission, pilot Gregory Johnson became the IMAX director of photography on the flight. "The camera is operated by a laptop, a regular PC that has software in it. You can see what the camera is shooting," she adds. To pinpoint the moments Myers wanted Johnson to capture on the IMAX camera, they spent a lot of time at the Johnson Space Center training pool. "We would be in on those training sessions themselves," Myers says. "We had little video cameras on during the pool runs so we could pick out moments that were desirable to have and collaborate on that list with the crew." Besides the spacewalks, crucial shots included the berthing and unberthing of the shuttle from Hubble. Mission specialist Michael J. Massimino, who was a veteran of the STS-109 flight to Hubble in 2002 and performed two spacewalks on this mission, says all of the crew had to learn to use the IMAX camera. "Everyone kind of helps," he says, explaining that they would give Johnson an estimate of how long certain tasks would take. "He was turning the camera on and off when I was out in the payload bay. But we would help him through the flight. A minute of that film is pretty precious." Particularly given the unique challenges they faced in space. Because Atlantis would experience a sunrise or sunset every 45 minutes, the lighting could go awry. And then there were problems when the astronauts tried to loosen screws and open a stuck panel on the telescope. "We were also told not to kick it while we were out spacewalking when we got near it," recalls Massimino. MCT
After nearly five years of quiet, Third Eye Blind is showing signs of life. The alternative pop/rock group got its start in the mid ‘90s with hits like “SemiCharmed Life” and “Jumper” along side MATT their postpunk peers. MURRAY The Kernel group would columnist ride its success into the early 2000s until “Ursa in 2004 Elektra would merge with Atlantic Records. The label dropped over 80 acts from their lineup and Third Eye Blind was among the casualties. The phasing out of post-grunge acts and being dropped from the label seemed as though it would spell the end for Third Eye Blind. After five years without new material, the group’s fourth album, “Ursa Major,” was released under Mega Collider records. The album debut at No. 3 on the Billboard Top 200, the highest appearance the group has ever made on the charts. “Ursa Major,” written during the tail end of George W. Bush’s administration, was a bit much more politically driven than their previous releases.
Horoscope To get the advantage, check the day's rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is a 6 — Whatever problem you face today, develop more than one method of attack. Your first thought may be the best, but remain open to suggestions. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is an 8 — Don't plan on getting credit for anything today. Someone else takes the glory, or you have to wait until later. Either way, you know you did your best. Gemini (May 21-June 21) — Today is a 5 — You aren't ready to get back to work yet. Part of your mind is back at the party, enjoying friends and family. Put daydreams on the back burner. Cancer (June 22-July 22) — Today is a 7 — Work from home today if you can. You'll get a lot
While a distinction may be made between the lyrical content of “Ursa Major” and their previous efforts, sonically the group stayed true to its roots. “Ursa Major” is still driven primarily by unshakable hooks and electric guitars, all encased in witty lyricism. However, those who appreciated the suggestive nature of the group’s past albums will feel as though something is missing. What Third Eye Blind did remarkably well was ensure their trademark sound wouldn’t appear dated. Whether the credit goes to their writing or Major” their producers is a point of debate. Regardless, the final result is an album that sounds perfectly at home on modern radio, without abandoning the sound that made them feel at home on the radio 15 years ago. Seven months after the release of their long-awaited album, Third Eye Blind is bringing their tour to the bluegrass. Third Eye Blind will be performing at Buster’s Billiards and Backroom on Monday evening. Doors open at 8 p.m. Tickets are $22 in advance and $25 at the door. The show is 18-and-up. Matt Murray is a journalism junior. Email mmurray@kykernel.com.
more done, and associates will use the time to do their own thing. Productivity abounds. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is a 6 — You get your marching orders and move into action immediately. A female provides extra goodies to make the transition easier. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is a 7 — You achieve balance today when you continue your creative work while also encouraging a female with hers. Help only as needed. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is a 6 — Gentle persuasion works wonders at home. The less pressure you apply, the more successful the outcome. Share your goal with others. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is an 8 — You get a chance to try new methodologies. Consider this a stress test of your rationale. Include both genders in your
opinion poll.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is a 6 — Dig deep into your bag of magic tricks and produce an illusion of wealth for your public appearance. Simple and elegant does it every time.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is a 7 — This is no time to stop moving forward. Use pressure if you must, but remember: You need everyone's creative input, so don't force the issue. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is a 6 — Make every word count. You only get one chance to state your case. Be sure you mean what you say. Then, accept the consensus opinion. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is a 7 — Hard work earlier this month pays off now in the form of extra money, either as direct income or as a budget for a longer-term project. (C) 2010 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES
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Three running for staff trustee position Board of Trustees By Katie Perkowski kperkowski@kykernel.com
Opening day of Keeneland is just around the bend, but another race on UK’s campus begins a bit sooner. On June 30, the staff representative on the Board of Trustees will be done serving her term, and Monday, campaigning for the position will begin. Robynn Pease, director of Work Life since 2007, has served as the interim staff representative since July 2009, filling the spot for Russ Williams, who served as the staff representative from 1998 until his death on April 8, 2009. Candidates for the staff representative position are Michael Adams, Sheila Brothers and Jann Burks, according to the Staff Senate Web site. According to his platform statement, if elected, Adams, the facilities coordinator for the Department of Biology and a member of the UK community for more
than 15 years, aims to remind the BOT that three legs — the staff, the faculty and the students — support UK, and he intends “to make sure that the staff is always considered when decisions are made regarding the operations of our university.” Brothers has worked for UK for nearly 14 years and serves as the administrative coordinator in the Office of the Senate Council; in 2003, she was elected to Staff Senate chair. According to her platform statement, one of her proudest accomplishments is “having pioneered the practice of regularly including staff employees in many campus-wide committees.” Burks has worked for UK for the past 19 years and has worked in the College of Dentistry and the Student Affairs Office, and she currently works as a development specialist in outreach for the College of Agriculture Extension Service. In her platform statement, Burks lists protecting staff benefits and expanding campus engagement as some of her main priorities. In order to run for the BOT position, candidates must be regular, full-time staff members with no relatives employed at UK. If elected, he or she will serve from July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2013, according to a UK news release.
Important dates for staff representative elections n An overview of the candidates is scheduled for Wednesday, April 7 from 5 to 7 p.m. in the W.T. Young Library Auditorium. n An open forum is scheduled to take place between candidates during the Staff Senate meeting on Thursday, April 8. The forum will be at 1:30 p.m. in the W.T. Young Library Auditorium. n Primary election voting will be from April 21 to May 5, and voting will be done electronically. Staff wishing to vote can click on the link on the Staff Senate Web site and use their linkblue account or UK ID number and birth date, according to the Staff Senate Web site. n The two candidates with the most votes will have a debate during the May Staff Senate meeting at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, May 13 in the W.T. Young Library Auditorium. n General election voting will be from May 19 to June 2, and procedures will be the same as the primary election. n Results for the primary election will be available May 10, and results for the general election will be available June 7.
For more information on the staff representative elections, visit http://www.uky.edu/Staff/Senate/elect/index.htm).
Obama signs loan, grant changes into law By Chris Robbins news@kykernel.com
On Tuesday, as President Barack Obama signed insurance reform legislation into law, he also signed legislation changing the student financial aid process. “Year after year, we’ve seen billions of taxpayer dollars handed out as subsidies to the bankers and middlemen who handle federal student loans when that money should have gone to advancing the dreams of our students and working families,” Obama said in a news release. “And yet attempts to fix this problem and reform this program were thwarted by special interests that fought tooth and nail to preserve their exclusive giveaway. “We said we’d stand up to the special interests and stand up for the interests of students and families. That’s what happened this week.” The law, The Health Care
and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, eliminates the Federal Family Education Loan Program, a $61 billion subsidy to encourage private banks to lend to students. Increased Pell Grants and Direct Loans will replace the FFEL program, with $10 billion of deficit reduction amounting to $87 billion in savings over the next ten years. In addition, non-profit lenders would be entitled to service Direct Loans. “This is (the) right thing financially,” U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan said in a news release. “This is the right thing economically. This is the right thing educationally.” The legislation increases the Pell Grant maximum from $5,350 to $5,500 for the next two years, then pegs increases to the Consumer Price Index, aiming to make the Pell Grant sensitive to inflation. Congress paid for these increases by spending the $36
billion available from the elimination of FFEL. After June 30, university financial aid offices will disperse student loans, instead of private banks like Citigroup, JP Morgan and Wells Fargo, as the subsidy guaranteeing private loans will end. After June 30, 2014, student loan payments will be capped at 10 percent of the borrower’s income, down from the current 15 percent. If payments are kept up, the government will forgive student loan debt after 20 years instead of the current 25. “This bill eliminates the billion dollars in wasteful subsidies to banks and redirects most of that money to low-income college students in the form of increased Pell Grants,” said Sen. Tom Harkin (D-Iowa). For the 2009-10 school year, 4,094 UK students received a total of $15.7 million from Pell Grants, said Lynda
George, director of the UK Office of Student Financial Aid. The financial aid changes in the bill come from the Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2009, which was folded into the larger health care reform legislation days before the House of Representatives sent the bill to Obama’s desk. Before the House’s decision, the bill could not overcome Republican opposition and stalled in the Senate. In a $15 million lobbying effort targeted at legislators from both sides of the aisle, banks argued that the changes would cost jobs. Sixth District Rep. Ben Chandler (D) voted against the legislation. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) vowed to work for repeal of the legislation, and Democrat John Yarmuth stood as the only member of Kentucky’s Congressional delegation to support the bill.
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KERNEL EDITORIAL BOARD Kenny Colston, editor in chief Wesley Robinson, opinions editor Melissa Vessels, managing editor Ben Jones, sports editor Allie Garza, managing editor Matt Murray, features editor The opinions page provides a forum for the exchange of ideas. Unlike news stories, the Kernel’s unsigned editorials represent the views of a majority of the editorial board. Letters to the editor, columns, cartoons and other features on the opinions page reflect the views of their authors and not necessarily those of the Kernel.
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Housing debate compromise ends drawn out, bitter conflict After months of political twisting and turning, a deal has finally been reached. Thursday, UK Student Government and the city agreed on an off-campus housing proposal that would not allow more than six students per off-campus residence, instead of the four-person limit proposed by the city, according to a March 25 Kernel article. Though the final verdict will not be decided by late April or May, having the two sides agree in principle shows just how far the debate has come in the past six months. The housing debate has teetered as close to a fullscale war as a debate can be. Since September, when the city unveiled plans to change the current housing plan, both sides have done their fair share of blame-shifting and finger-pointing to make sure their side walks away with the spoils. “If we hadn’t reached a compromise, it could’ve been worse,” SG President Ryan Smith said. “There’s pressure from different city and neighborhood organizations, which could’ve pushed the number much lower than six and displaced a lot of students.” Even though students could potentially have been displaced by the plan, the responsibility of the city is to make sure students are safe, and also treated fairly as Lexington residents. Luckily it will not come to that. “I feel very positive about it,” Third District Councilwoman Diane Lawless said. “I feel it’s fair to everybody and good for the community.” Let’s hope this will serve as a lesson to future council members and SG presidents on how to handle such a major issue. To their credit, SG organized and mobilized students, preparing them to participate in rallies and marches on city hall. Generally speaking, students are considered to be apathetic about everything, including the issues that affect them the most. Meanwhile, the city council had to be constantly reminded how important students are to Lexington and had to be constantly pushed to remember the students. In order for both sides to properly discuss the issues, there cannot be underlying issues or goals that permeate through the media and the minds of the affected parties. At the end of the day, even if the motivations were to help make students living situations more tenable, the perception was completely different and going forward, the city must acknowledge the “bad guy” — in this case was the landlords — before going after students. It’s one thing to help a student out. It’s another to push them out. Hopefully, the difference between the two is clear now.
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NBA prospects might think about jump After Saturday’s loss to West Virgina, UK fans not only have to deal with the gut-wrenching seasonending loss, but also the reality of losing a few of their beloved star players. WESLEY But ROBINSON making the Kernel big plunge columnist to the NBA may not be as lucrative as possible for the likes of John Wall, DeMarcus Cousins, Eric Bledsoe and Patrick Patterson, at least long-term. During his state of the league address during NBA All-Star weekend, NBA Commissioner David Stern said the league stands to lose $400 million this year and will undoubtedly undergo major changes with its next collective bargaining agreement. The most significant part of the change proposed by the league would be in player salaries. The league has graciously offered to only cut salaries $750 million next year. In addition, the proposal would eliminate salary cap exceptions and reduce the
length of guaranteed contracts. With these proposed changes, perhaps these star college players will consider the “one more year” chant a little differently. Players will still make a ridiculous amount of money to play the game, but it will be significantly less than it could be, and when compared to the enjoyable time college provides, it may be enough to deter the early entries. It makes sense that the NBA is losing money and that the league would be seeking ways to save money. After all, it is a form entertainment and in hard economic times, people make cuts to their discretionary budget and things like NBA tickets are some of the first to go. What doesn’t make sense is the way Stern is protecting the owners and making the situation worse for players. Owners will not pay players more than they are making. Even the highestpaid player makes pennies compared to the person that holds the rights to their contracts. What player would turn down a stupid owner offering way more than they are
LETTERS TO EDITOR
Flash mob brings creative, fun involvement People traveling on North Campus between White Hall Classroom Building and Patterson Office Tower on March 9 around 12:15 p.m. caught a glimpse of an unusual sight. As part of a wide-scope prank, numerous students took part in a “freeze mob,” simultaneously standing frozen for three solid minutes while others looked on in confusion, amusement and fascination. For those of you who were stuck scratching your head at what was going on, the stunt was coordinated through a secret Facebook event page, boasting around 300 confirmed participants by that Tuesday morning. People who wanted to participate, but were unfamiliar with specifics of a
freeze mob, were directed to links to YouTube videos of large-scale freeze mobs in venues like Grand Central Station and Paris. Despite the fact there was little more preparatory instruction than for participants to “practice holding really still in the mirror” and the command to “synchronize watches” without any prior assemblage of the mob members, I have to say I was impressed by the turnout and subsequent passerby reaction. This was one of the better pranks I’ve seen in my time as a student. When I compare the freeze mob to the flash rave that occurred at the W. T. Young Library last spring, which supposedly took around two months to plan and execute, I have to appreciate
the success of this prank, as it didn’t require police intervention and didn’t interfere with other students’ studying, two of the major complaints following the spring 2009 flash rave. Plans are in the works for similar follow-up event this semester, this time outside the Student Center. It will be a collaborative effort, including campus organizations such as the Violence Intervention and Prevention Center and Martin Luther King Jr. Cultural Center. After observing the reaction the first flash mob generated, I’m anxious to see what people will say and do when they witness this one. Shannon Frazer journalism senior
Surface mining endangers environment Surface mining is disadvantageous to the health of all parties affected. Valley fills bury headwater streams, consequently increasing their Sulfate levels, Selenium levels, pH and electrical conductivity. Selenium sterilizes the fish populations in the streams, which then sterilizes the birds who eat them. Living in an area with surface mining has been shown in a study published in Science Magazine to increase lung cancer, chronic heart, lung and kidney disease, hypertension and chronic pulmonary disease. While post-surface mining mountain reclamation can re-establish grass
and tree populations, it cannot re-establish the endemic diversity of an unviolated ecosystem. Business Week explained Mountaintop Mining (MTM) reclamation has reduced pollen-producing vegetation, ultimately depriving honeybees of nutrition and destabilizing their decreasing population. This is just one of the myriad effects fundamentally altering mountain composition can cause. One of the common concerns about an MTM-less Eastern Kentucky is the potentially severe decrease in jobs. This is simply not the case. In the words of UK student Dan-
ny Cotton, “I’m not from Eastern Kentucky, I’m from Central Kentucky. Tobacco was a way of life, as much as coal is to Eastern Kentuckians, for us and losing it was devastating. While there are still large tobacco companies making plenty of money, family farmers lost their livelihoods. I don’t want to see the same thing happen to miners in Eastern Kentucky. That’s why I want to see sustainable economic development, because it’s not if coal jobs are gone, it’s when.” Sam Reid topical studies sophomore
worth to play a game, whether or not they “deserved” the contract? Everyone seems to wail over the spoiled millionaires that athletes have become, but what about the spoiled billionaire owners that can run franchises into the ground and still don’t have to worry about anything? Furthermore, players have a much shorter opportunity to make money due to the brevity of their playing career, as opposed to owners who make money until they die. Take two former UK standouts Ron Mercer and Antoine Walker, for example. I am not saying I feel sorry for them for being out of the NBA (and in Walker’s case, allegedly gambling away his fortune), but look at their ability to make money at that high of a level. It only lasts as long as they are physically capable of playing in the NBA. Owners on the other hand make money as long as they have money, and I’ve never heard of an owner tearing an ACL and not being able to own anymore. If the league continues with its proposal, it is highly likely there will be a lockout after the 2010-11 season and not only will UK fans not be
able to see their boys donning the blue and white — they won’t get to see them playing for any of the teams at the next level. Patterson, an early graduate, is all but gone. However, the likes of Wall, Cousins and Bledsoe could capitalize on another year of scholarships, avoiding a potentially tenuous season before a lockout that looks more and more likely by the day. Fleeing to the NBA is an inevitability that all college fans can expect from their superstars, but there is a little more to think about with huge changes on the line. Holding off on millions of dollars for one year could be a lot harder of a decision than most people believe. Here, the players will be loved and there isn’t a looming lockout to stimy their development and livelihood. Besides, the NBA isn’t as fond of personalities and chemistry and it’s hard to see the John Wall Dance beating out the fist pump in New Jersey or kids in California bringing out the furry hat and glasses. But is that worth the risk of injury and immediately delaying millions? We will see. Wesley Robinson is a Spanish senior. E-mail opinions@kykernel.com.
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For Rent 1 Bedroom Great Location, Great Security. 1BR $595, 2BR $695. All utilities included. Call Brad – 859-983-0434. 1BR apartments available 5 minute walk from campus for lease beginning in March, April, May, June, July and August. Prices beginning at $350 per month, call 255-4188 www.wildcatproperties.com. Best Buy. Assigned, safe parking, one block UK. 368-9775, Modern Condo, 1BR, 1BA City Courts Bamboo Floors,$850. 269-2222. Very Unique 270 Lyndhurst, 1BR, 1BA, HW Floors. $495. 269-2222. 1BR close to Med school. On-site parking $485/month + electric. Avail. Aug 1. 859-351-8591 Studio Apts. 422 Aylesford at Rose Lane. New Appliances, Clean! $470/MO water included. August. 509-2227. 1BR Apt. in Historic House. 398 Linden Walk. $565/mo. Clean! Laundry. Utilities included. Available May. 509-2227 Efficiency - 2 blocks to UK! Starting at $325.00. Pets, a/c, 523-2363 or www.touchstonerentals.com. 1 Bedroom - 2 blocks to UK! Starting at $395.00. Pets, a/c, 523-2363 or www.touchstonerentals.com 2 Bedroom Center Court – New, Best Location, Ccnter of UK Campus. Brand new construction. 2BR 2BA, hardwood flrs, marble counters, ceramic tiles. 2 Parking spaces, 3rd flr security. Cedar St. side, private courtyard, private shaded deck, best flr plan. W/D. $1,350/mo. Long term lease available. Call 859-2850770. centercourtcondo@insightbb.com NICE TOWNHOME. 3175 Kirklevington 2BR 2BA Parking, A/C. $795. Avail.03/08. CALL 859-609-3981 2 Bedrooms - 2 blocks to UK! Starting at $650.00. Pets, a/c, 523-2363 or www.touchstonerentals.com 2 Bedroom Center Court - 2 min walk to campus! Starting at $1,500.00 plus elec. Heat, parking, w/d. NO PETS, 523-2363 or www.touchstonerentals.com 2 BR Duplex 10 min drive to campus. $600/mo.Call for detail 859-351-3000 2BR 1BA 305 E Maxwell. Central AC, hardwood, balcony 2nd flr, off street parking. $550/mo + utilities (approx $70/month). www.harryjonesjrproperties.com. 859-396-3822 2BR avail 5/16/10. Near UK all utilities pd, parking. $575/mo. 859-489-3371. 3 Bedroom 3 Bed/2 Bath Condo. Walking distance to campus. Off street/visitor parking, W/D. $1100/month plus utilities. Available August 8. 419-344-1246 3BR 1BA, Gorgeous, Walk to UK. Lg rooms. $975/mo. Electric HVAC. 948-0205. . ! 3BR, 2BA. WALK TO campus. $850/mo. Large master w/ Bath & walk-in closet, a/c, All appliances incl washer/dryer. Low util. No smoking/pets. 510-608-7676, Greg 859-2253334 x. 101 3BR 2BA, $415/mo per person washer/dryer utilities included contact Lizz: 847-226-7522. Large House 1835 Nicholasville 3BR,
2BA/Basement/$799/269-2222. Very spacious, 234 Simba Way 3BR,2BA/W/D/$700/269-2222. 3BR, 2BA Condo. Walk to Campus. A/C. W/D. New Flooring. Avail Aug. $925/MO. Call 806-7292 3BR 2BA, 250 Lexington Ave. Short walk to campus. All electric. No Pets! $1,140/mo. + utilities. 277-4680.
Large 4 BR, 2.5 BA duplex w/garage, deck, W/D in unit, new carpet and paint. $1,000/mo + deposit. Move in after finals. 628 Big Bear Lane off Tates Creek Road. 278.0970. Quiet 4 BR, 2.5 BA unit with washer/dryer, garage, deck. Available now or for fall. 4 units available. Big Bear Lane off Tates Creek. $1,000/mo. 278.0970
and August. Dennis (859) 983-0726 www.sillsbrothers.com. HARDIN PROPERTIES.NET now leasing Studios, 1,2BR apts. Also, three 4/5-BR Houses remaining for August. 509-2227 1,2,3,4,5,6 +7 BR Houses & 1BR Apts. Walking Distance to Uk. Visit our website for showing timer. www.wildcatproperties.com. Or call 859-255-4188.
3BR, 2BA condo. Walk to campus. A/C, W/D, hardwood, tile. Available Aug. $975/mo. Call 576-4729.
4 BR/2 BA - 3/4 mi from campus; 2200 sq ft; W/D included; $1400/month + utilities; 468 Bob O Link Dr; large deck & basement. Call 502-649-0032.
3BR house on Waller, 255-4188 or www.wildcatproperties.com
208 Conn Terr. 4BR 2 BA updated Kitchen. 859-3614811.
Immaculate 3 BR, conveniently located 5 miles from UK. Lots of amenities, perfect for upperclassmen or graduate students. Available July, $990. (502) 7735070.
4BR, 339 Aylesford. Large, Beautiful. $1,480.00. 5231066, 494-9075.
!!!Are you an upper classman or Grad Student? Are you looking for a house in a nice quiet neighborhood close to campus? Call 859-559-7594.
4BR 2.5BA Townhome in Historic South Hill. Short walk to UK campus. Off street parking. $1,400./month + Utilities.. Call 859-338-6778
NEWLY REMOLDED 2&3BR student condo’s along with 4 – 6BR houses. All appliances, W/D included. Please call 859-621-1339.
4BR 2BA homes. All appliances, off street parking. Walking distance to campus. $1,280.00 – 1,400.00/month. 859-351-9473. www.burtonproperties.net.
2-3-4 BR, 5-10 min to campus, Tates Creek area, garage/off street parking, avail. April-Aug., all electric, $699 – 875/mo. www.JMG123.com or call 859219-0184
4 BR, 3 BA, all electric. FP, 2 miles from campus. 2973 Candlelight, $900.00. 229-8515
3,2,1 BR 1 BA new homes by campus. Huge rooms, awesome yards/deck, ample parking, all appliances, all electric. Won’t Last. $300.00/person/month. 859-229-4991
3 Bedrooms - 2 blocks to UK! Starting at $1,155.00. Pets, a/c, some w/d, 523-2363 or www.touchstonerentals.com 3BR avail 8/01. Near UK, all utilities paid. $900/mo. 859-489-3371 HOUSE FOR RENT, 320 S.Broadway Park. Spacious 3 br. 1ba with w/d, Off street parking-close to UK 6 mo.lease available. $1,200/mo. Modern Property Management, Inc. 859-388-2000 3BR HOUSE, AUGUST 1, beautiful full interior renovation, homely exterior, new kitchen and bath, new insulation and new electrical wiring. 322 American Avenue. $945 plus utilities. Reserve Now! 859-3969022. Walk to campus. Newly renovated 3BR 2BA 1st Flr condo. New Paint, new carpet.,. Washer/Dryer included. $895.00/month. Short term available. 502593-7421. 222 University A. 3BR, Porch, Hardwood floors, basement. $1050.00 +, Call 619-8988 or 619-9462. 3 bed, 2.5 bath townhouse for rent off Red Mile, call 859-533-7575 for more information 3BR homes. All appliances, off street parking. Close to campus. $960.00 - $1150.00/month. 859-351-9473. www.burtonproperties.net 3BR apts. DW, W/D. Close to campus. E. High St and Richmond Ave. Dennis 859-983-0726, www.sillsbrothers.com. 3BR, 1BA Home in Chevy Chase. $975/mo. 1 yr lease. Avail now. All appliances, HW floors. 859-5521190. 3BR, 2BA. Walk to campus. W/D, d/w, elec. Util. Energy efficient, private parking. Going fast! Call Adam 859-338-8243 3 BR, 2 BA. WALK TO campus. $850/mo. Large master w/ Bath & walk-in closet, a/c, All appliances incl washer/dryer. Low util. No smoking/pets. 510-6087676, Greg 859-225-3334 x. 101 3 BR (2 Keys apts.) Across from UK. Hardwood, laundry room, security, on-site mgmt. $1,200.00/month, includes all utilities. 859-230-3072 Luxury Heatherwood Town home, Chevy Chase(near UK) 3BR, 3.5 BA, 2054 sq. ft. living rm, deck, loft, washer/dryer, 1 car garage. 859-983-8377. $1350/mo. + Deposit.
4BR/2BA Cute House. 125 Westwood Dr. Electric Heat. 2 Kitchens, Large L,R, Clean, Nice! $360/ea. 509-2227. 4 BR 2 BA new homes by campus. Huge rooms, awesome yards/deck, ample parking, all appliances, all electric. Won’t Last. $325.00/person/month. 859-559-7594. BRAND NEW 4 BR: VERY ENERGY EFFICIENT. New & nearly new homes close to campus. 2 car garage, very, very nice. Showing daily. Call James McKee 859-221-7082. View at www.lexingtonhomeconsultants.com. 4BR 2BA $1240/mo. + utilities. W/D, D/W. walk to UK. Off street parking. Avail 5/15. 948-0205 5 Bedroom 5BR State St, Large front porch, parking, W/D, D/W. Avail 8/01. No Pets. $1950/mo. 859-333-8307. HOUSE FOR RENT, 360 Woodland Avenue. 2 story 5 br.2 ba.house, Stove/fridge/w/d hookup. $2,400 mo. Modern Property Management, Inc. 859-388-2000. 5BR house for August call 255-4188 www.wildcatproperties.com 5 Bedrooms - 2 blocks to UK! Starting at $2,025.00. Pets, a/c, w/d, 523-2363 or www.touchstonerentals.com 5 BR 3 BA new homes by campus. Huge rooms, awesome yards/deck, ample parking, all appliances, all electric. Won’t Last. $350.00/person/month. 859-559-7594. 6 Bedroom 6BR 3BA house available for August – walk to UK call 255-4188 or www.wildcatproperties.com Summer Special. 6 Bedroom Houses available May. Park Ave & Westwood. DW, W&D. Dennis 859-9830726
7BR, 3BA $357.00 each, + utilities. www.patriotrentalsllc.com. 859-433-0996.
4BR State St, Large front porch, parking, W/D, D/W. Avail 8/01. No Pets. $1950/mo. 859-333-8307.
1-7 Bedroom Listings
4 Bedrooms - 2 blocks to UK! Starting at $1,580.00. Pets, a/c, some w/d, 523-2363 or www.touchstonerentals.com
Near Campus: 4/5BR. Waller Ave., Lexington Ave. All appliances including w/d. Call Kevin 859-6193232, www.myUK4rent.com. 4/5BR 2BA House, 1430 Elizabeth St. New tile bathrooms, Big closets, sundeck, W/D, Nice! $350/ea. 509-2227. Summer Special. 6 Bedroom Houses available May. Park Ave & Westwood. DW, W&D. Dennis 859-9830726 Summer Lease Available. New home by campus. Huge rooms, awesome yard/deck, ample parking, all appliances, all electric. Won’t Last. $310.00/person/month. 859-559-7594.
Help Wanted
Rooms for rent in 4BR house near uk, available immediately up through mid July only. Call 255-4188 or www. Wildcatproperties.com.
1 - 6 Bedroom Apartment/Houses available in May
KEENELAND is seeking applicants for part-time Seasonal Gift Shop Sales Associates to work during its Spring Meet April 2-23. Flexible hours. Please contact Kristi Barrett, Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., at 859-288.4190. PT teaching assistant needed. Mon-Fri, 2-5:30pm. $9/hr. call 255-4056 SERVICE ADVISOR NEEDED: Looking for enthusiastic students that like working outside, enjoy talking with people presenting our services. Flexible hours. $12-15/hr. If interested, email k.littrell@insightbb.com
PT receptionist needed, Fri 9-7, Sat 9-4. Send info to PO Box 8049. Lex, Ky. 40533, care of the manager
JOIN LEX”S MOST EXCITING CHILDREN’S RECREATIONAL BUSINESS. Monkey Joe’s is looking for high energy, enthusiastic employees. Flexible hrs + good pay. Apply in person at 1850 Bryant Rd. Call 859-264-0405
University Club Golf Course hiring cooks, bevcart girls, cartboys. Apply in person 4850 Leestown Rd.
Seeking individual to stay with sick woman overnight. $8.00/hr. 859-309-0081. RAMSEY’S DINER now hiring servers and cooks. Apply in person M-F 2-4pm.
Soapyjoescarwash@gmail.com
Personals Self Defense. Good exercise. Life long friendships. The UK Karate club accepting beginners Monday’s 6:30 - 8:30pm. Buell Armory. Email: uk.shao.lym@gmail.com. Call 421-4335 Blind person seeking personal assistant/personal trainer. Call 269-8926
Wanted VOLUNTEERS PAID TO Participate in multiple studies. Researchers at the University of Kentucky are recruiting participants diagnosed with ADHD and for studies concerning the effects of alcohol. Looking for M & F social drinkers between 21-35 years of age. All participants are compensated for their time. Please call 257-5794 Are you suffering from Adult ADHD? Do you smoke tobacco cigarettes? Do you have difficulty paying attention, focusing or organizing? Are you easily distracted? Do you sometimes feel fidgety and restless or act on impulse without thinking? Do these symptoms interfere with completion of your daily activities? Are you NOT currently taking medications to treat these symptoms? If you answered yes to some of these questions, you may be eligible to participate in a research study. Researchers with the University of Kentucky departments of Behavioral Science and Psychiatry are conducting an outpatient study examining the behavioral effects of FDA-approved medications. If you are between the ages of 18 and 50, smoke and have some of these symptoms, call 859-257-5388 or toll free at 1-866-232-0038 for a confidential interview and for more information about this study. Qualified volunteers will be compensated for their time. You may be reimbursed for travel. ALCOHOL RESEARCH at the University of Kentucky. Health social drinkers between 21 to 35 years of age are needed for studies on the effects of alcohol on behavior. Participants will be financially compensated for their time. Movies, a hot meal, and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided after the study in a comfortable setting. Call 257-3137 for more information Blind person seeking personal assistant/personal trainer. Call 269-8926
Roommates Wanted Female Roommate needed! Fully furnished with exception of bedroom! Very nice, safe area close to UK! Email if interested ukwildcat2011@yahoo.com Roommate needed! Move in May, year lease. $325 includes utilities. 5 min walk to UK. 502-321-6233. Brand New – Roommates wanted. 859-455-8208. Roommate needed for a great apt close to the corner of Lexington Ave & Maxwell. 2BR 1BA, W/D, D/W, off street parking. If interested call 614-5782231.
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1 BLOCK FROM CAMPUS: 1 & 2BR, a/c , parking. $395 & up. 269-4129, 608-2751.
1,2,3,4,5,6 +7 BR Houses & 1BR Apts. Walking Distance to Uk. Visit our website for showing timer. www.wildcatproperties.com. Or call 859-255-4188.
Landscape contractor needs summer help. Experience preferred, No Moving. Full or P/T, full days only. 859-264-8787.
Server and Food Expo positions available at J.J. McBrewster’s. Open Mon. thru Sat. 11a.m to 9:00p.m. Qualifying applicants should have restaurant experience, great references, and available to work nights and weekends. Day shifts are also available. Apply in person Mon.- Fri., 2:30 to 4:30 at 3101 Clays Mill Road.
Tony Roma’s Now Hiring hostesses and servers. Apply in person, Mon – Thur 2-4 pm. 859-272-7526. 161 Lexington Green Cir.
4BR house with 46 inch tv, hot tub large enclosed patio, and covered porch, call 255-4188 www.wildcatproperties.com
Modern Property Management, Inc. 859-388-2000
A PT Pharm Tech at Walmart Nicholasville. No experience needed. 885-9490.
All size houses. 3,4,5,6 BR. Walk to campus. State, Waller, University Ave. area. Lease begins 08/01/2010. Won’t last! SIGN EARLY FOR BEST HOUSES.. Bob 859-539-5502.
HARDIN PROPERTIES.NET now leasing Studios, 1,2BR apts. Also, three 4/5-BR Houses remaining for August. 509-2227
HOUSE FOR RENT, 258 Kentucky Avenue. Spacious 4 br. 2 ba. House, Stove, fridge, dw, mic, w/d hookup, $1,800 mo.
Seeking Weekend and Summer Nanny for our daughters ages 7, 12, 14, and 16. Responsibilities include cooking for children, transporting them to activities, monitoring backyard pool safety, creating and implementing an engaging, educational, daily schedule for the girls. Applicant must have their own reliable transportation to work; they must know how to swim with lifeguard or CPR certification a plus, non-smoker. Starts immediately, $10 per hour, apply in person Saturday from 11:00AM to 4:00 PM at Jean Farris Winery & Bistro 6825 Old Richmond Rd Lexington, KY 40515.
3,4,5,6 BR Houses on campus. 859-433-2692. garymilcarek@aol.com
7 Bedroom
4Bedroom
4 BR House, 2 Baths, Very Nice, 10 min. walk to UK, Avail. Aug. No smoking/No Pets. $1600/mo+utilities (859)-536-5929.
1 - 6 Bedroom Apartment/Houses available in May and August. Dennis (859) 983-0726 www.sillsbrothers.com.
Leasing Consultant – Part-time. Are you a star performer? Are you results oriented? Would you like to determine your own income potential? We are seeking a driven Leasing Consultant to join our team of professionals. We offer a respectful, friendly and team-oriented environment with a competitive base pay of $8/hour, plus excellent commission opportunities. Hours needed are Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays, averaging 20 hours per week. Previous sales experience, reliability and an outgoing personality are most successful in this position. Please send resume to Sharon@AndersonCommunities.com, and visit our website www.MyHomeKy.com.
Idle Hour Country Club, Staffing Full and Part Time Seasonal Positions, AM/PM, Weekends, Holidays Required. Part-Time Receptionist, Servers, Bussers, Snack Bar, Kitchen Staff, Lifeguards. Competitive Wages, Uniforms, and Meals. Apply in Person WedSun 10am-4pm. Immediate Interviews. No Phone Calls Please. 1815 Richmond Road, Lexington, KY 40502.
Lifeguards and Pool Managers Needed. PPM is hiring for clubs and waterparks in Lex, Lou and Richmond. $8 – 15.00/hour. Email brad40965@aol.com for application.
Vacation Week Rentals. Panama City 1BR, April 23rd, Branson 2 BR April 24th, Hilton Head 2BR, May 29th, all full kitchens, washer/dryer. 859-224-2398
CONSTRUCTION CLEANUP HELP needed PT either MWF or T/TH. Must have valid drivers license and be familiar with the Lexington area. Please Call 2761200. Car Wash hiring responsible, dependable, enthusiastic team members. No experience needed, flexible scheduling, submit resume & contact info to
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PHOTO BY WILLIAM BALDON | STAFF
Sophomore third baseman Brittany Cervantes, shown here in UK’s game against Louisville on March 10, blasted a grand slam for UK in the third inning, but the Cats fell to the Bulldogs 17-5 on Saturday.
UK softball struggles in circle, drops series to Georgia By Chandler Howard choward@kykernel.com
In a season littered with highlights and broken records, the UK softball program found itself gasping for air in its most recent outing. Georgia’s power at the plate overwhelmed the Cats 17-5 on Sunday. The Bulldogs registered 14 hits, giving them the most runs scored and most hits against UK in any game this season. UK (20-14, 5-8 Southeastern Conference) squared off in a three-game home series with the No. 7 Georgia Bulldogs (24-6, 5-4 SEC) this weekend. UK used a total of three pitchers and 11 batters in an attempt to slow down the Bulldogs, but to no prevail. “Georgia is obviously a very good team at the plate,” UK head coach Rachel Lawson said. “We did a poor job of keeping them off balance and focusing on their weaknesses.” The Cats found themselves down early when pitcher Rachel Riley allowed three runs on four hits in the first inning. UK was unable to find its rhythm in the circle throughout the game. Sophomore pitcher Chanda Bell entered as pitcher in the top of the second inning after the Cats were unable to get into an offensive stride. Georgia pushed the lead to 5-0 by the end of the second inning after Bell allowed a tworun homerun to Bulldog left fielder Megan Wiggins. A glimpse of offense for UK was seen in the bottom of the third inning. After junior catcher Megan Yocke, senior second baseman
Natalie Smith and senior shortstop Molly Johnson were each able to reach base, sophomore third baseman Brittany Cervantes blasted a grand slam over the wall in left-center. “Brittany can be such a dominant hitter at any point in a game,” Lawson said. “Following that, we had a chance to come back. We just couldn’t stop their hitters.” The top of the fourth inning showed the third pitching change for UK as senior pitcher Amber Matousek substituted in for Bell. In the same inning, the Cats gave up 10 runs on seven hits, moving the score to 17-5. UK could not produce the offense to mount a comeback. Despite holding Georgia to no hits through the bottom of the fifth inning, the game ended based on a scoring rule. Cervantes, who smashed the grand slam, led UK. Sophomore pitcher Riley received the loss for the Cats, though each pitcher struggled. Her record dropped to 6-5. Georgia followed the leadership of Wiggins, who went 34 with 4 RBI. Saturday’s games proved to be the closer of the series, each team winning one game 42. After losing the first, the Cats claimed the second game on a seventh inning walk-off homerun by first baseman Samantha DeMartine. The Cats now look forward in their season, attempting to quickly forget the loss. “Keeping focus is not a problem for our team,” Lawson said. “We know our end goal. We are going to take the good things away from this game and push forward toward those goals.”