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CATS WIN RIVALRY, 1-0 IN BIG EAST
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Crime in Corryville continues
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SIGN OF PEACE Opponents Denise Driehaus and Mike Robison shake hands after speaking at UC.
UC hosts state rep hopefuls
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PLOTTING THE POINTS The recent crime wave includes four robberies and one shooting that occurred around UC’s campus since Oct. 1.
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WHY NOT US? for the Cincinnati Enquirer. “Our Enquirer/ SurveyUSA poll showed Libertarian Jim Berns Despite appearing on the fall ballot, Libertarian with 3 percent and Green Party candidate Rich Stevenson with 1 percent.” candidate Jim Berns and Green Party candidate Both candidates had their own theories as to Rich Stevenson were excluded from the second why they weren’t invited to attend the debates. congressional debate Friday. “The two monopoly parties do not want The forum aired on WCPO-TV included Democrat candidate Steve Driehaus and to lose elections,” Stevenson said. “The two parties know that 80 percent of the voters Republican candidate Steve Chabot. do not support any The candidates claim political party … They they were not informed are afraid that four of by any sponsor or 10 voters could choose participating party of to elect one of the new the debate. persons. The two parties “No one told me,” pressure the sponsors to Berns said. “I had to call —jim berns keep competitors out of the chamber of commerce LibertaRian candidate the debates.” to find out that the Berns’ opinion is along the same lines. sponsors decided to only have the Democrat “It is part laziness,” Berns said. “They don’t and Republican speak.” “Jim Berns, Libertarian, and Josh Krekeler, want to have someone present other options to the voters. It is very hypocritical for the League Green, are the only ones who have informed me,” Stevenson said. “No sponsor of either of of Women Voters and the television news to want people to stay informed but will not let the two remaining debates has contacted me.” two other parties join the debate.” The debate is sponsored by the Cincinnati In addition to the televised debate, neither USA Regional Chamber, the Cincinnatus candidate was invited to speak at the University Association, the Cincinnati Enquirer, the of Cincinnati as part of the UC School of League of Women Voters and WCPO-TV. Even though they meet ballot requirements, Planning and Professor Terry Grundy’s urban lobbying class. the Libertarian and Green parties’ candidates “I treat this class simultaneously as a did not meet requirements needed to contribute to the debate. Neither candidate said they class and a public event,” Grundy said. “I like minor candidates and perfectly understand were given a clear explanation as to what the their point, but I have to base my decisions requirements were. The League of Women Voters sets five criteria on pedagogical reasons. I pick candidates whose campaigns will illuminate good to be considered for inclusion in debates. The teachable moments for the students … I look candidate has to be on the ballot, must show signs for candidates in high-profile races that can go of waging a formal campaign, articulate views on issues like written statements of campaign either way.” Berns has run for office 10 times. Stevenson literature, raise money or at least file appropriate financial statements with the Secretary of State has run for office twice, in 2000 and 2004. and must have received support from at least 15 percent of the electorate in an independent poll. “In the case of the third party candidates in the 1st Congressional District race, neither has come close to 15 percent in any poll,” said Carl Weiser, government and public affairs editor
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VOICE BE HEARD Jim Berns, Libertarian candidate for the 1st Congressional seat, protests his debate exclusion in Clifton Tuesday, Oct. 12.
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The race for the 31st district of Ohio stopped by the University of Cincinnati Thursday, as candidates for the representative seat spoke to a class of UC students. Incumbent Democrat Rep. Denise Driehaus and her Republican opponent Mike Robison both gave speeches to an urban lobbying class at the College of Design, Architecture, Art and Planning. The speeches focused on everything from campaign strategy to political messages. “It’s always serendipitous to have two candidates appear on the same day,” said Terry Grundy, a professor in DAAP’s School of Planning, who instructs the Urban Lobbying class, about the opportunity his students received. Driehaus, who is from the Price Hill neighborhood, explained ins and outs of campaigning on the west side of Cincinnati. “On the west side, we’re crazy about yard signs,” said Driehaus referring to her strategy of getting her name out to prospective voters. She shares the same color scheme as her brother Steve, who is running for re-election for the 1st Congressional seat in the U.S. Congress. Robison, who runs his campaign out of the same office as Chabot, said that this election may be a “wave election” for Republicans, similar to what Democrats experienced in 2008 with the tidal wave of support President Barack Obama received. Robison explained to students that a lesser known candidate can win with the wave of support from the Independent voter base. When it comes to bringing jobs back to Ohio, the candidates differed on their approaches. Driehaus wants the state to invest in small and medium-sized business owners. “I’m a small business owner on the west side,” Driehaus said. “We possess a logistics, location and educated population advantage to lead more business to the area.” Her reason for why businesses would move to the Cincinnati area can be described in the situation she laid out for the audience.
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The recent chain of robberies has claimed another victim. William Brooks, 70, of Corryville, was robbed at gunpoint at 8:15 p.m. Wednesday on East University Avenue. Two suspects approached Brooks as he walked to the front door of his house at 26 East University Ave. and demanded money. Brooks surrendered $48 to the suspects, who then fled from the scene on foot. Cincinnati Police arrived on the scene at 8:40 p.m. and were unable to locate the suspects or a witness to the crime.
The suspects in were described as black males 20 to 24 years old, 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighing 140 pounds. Both suspects were wearing gray skull caps, dark coats and blue jeans. The robbery is still under investigation by the CPD. The incident is the fourth robbery to hit the Short Vine Street area of Corryville in the past two weeks.
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UC gears up for semester change CHELSEY BILLOCK | STAFF REPORTER
With the semester conversion less than two years away, faculty and staff are hard at work getting ready. “A tremendous amount of work has been done,” said Maribeth Metzler, a professor in the Department of Communication and co-director of the public relations program. “The faculty has evaluated all classes, eliminated some, combined some and expanded others. And in some cases, entirely new classes have been created.” The process has been fairly rigorous, Metzler said. “Every class had to be input with a great deal of information into a special computer program designed for the entire chain of formal approval of classes,” Metzler said. Metzler said the conversion will end up being a benefit to students. “[Students will] be looking for internships and jobs on the same time schedule as other college students,” Metzler said. “Personally, I think the quarter system has put our students at a real disadvantage in these areas for years.” Co-operative education students will be required to meet with faculty advisers to devise an individual plan for completing their requirements, Metzler said. To help with the conversion, new advisers have been added to the faculty. “As for our Arts and Sciences advising office, we have hired five new advisers to assist with the current student load and the transition to semesters,”said Susan Roth, assistant academic director and student adviser. All students should be able to meet with advisers. “We are still ironing out the specific logistics of this process,” Roth said, “but as I understand it advisers will be meeting with each student and preparing an Individual Academic Plan (IAP), which will outline the transition from quarter class curriculum to the semester curriculum.” Metzler said the change should be good for the curriculum. “It’s a rare thing to have the opportunity to completely rethink a curriculum,” Metzler said. “But semester conversion has given us the opportunity to step back and look at what we really want our programs to accomplish and redesign them with those goals in mind.” UC administrators say current students will not experience changes to their academic progress and there will be no delay or increased cost in degree completion. The only quarter to be shortened is summer 2012 due to spring quarter finishing in June and semesters beginning in the fall, which will start in August. For more information visit www.uc.edu/conversion.html
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Columnist attends first Bearcats game Attending a Bearcats football game is different than most sporting events. It’s not your average high school football game or Bengals blowout. Sure, it might be the same rulebook, the same costly concessions … but Cincinnati’s school spirit sets its football games apart. If you have been to a Bearcat game recently, then you know why it’s so much better than sitting in your smelly, cramped dorm watching the game on a tiny television. The Bearcats have had a great season so far, winning three of six games. My first Bearcat football game experience was awesome, to say the least. Before classes started, a small group of friends and I went to the Indiana State game Sept. 11. There’s something special about being at a football game that can’t be experienced on TV or online. There’s something in the air that makes each throw more exciting, each kick more intense and each touchdown more thrilling. On TV, it’s just another football game, but when you’re in the stadium, you’re seeing history in the making. Being in the stadium during the game is about more than just watching the action on the field. Going with a group of friends gave me the chance to experience the student spirit and game atmosphere — something totally unique to a college campus. Nowhere else will you find a concentrated cluster of fans so dedicated to their team. The players aren’t celebrities or millionaires — they’re students, and they’re relatable. Sure, they weigh 300 pounds, but under all that muscle, they’re just like us. It’s a lot easier to root for the guy in your communications course or the one who stood behind you at Center Court than the guy on a celebrity dating show. And the fun of being at a Bearcat game doesn’t stop at the stadium. There are all sorts of free things to do before games. RallyCats (a student organization revolving around school spirit) usually passes out candy on MainStreet if you are dressed in red and black on Fridays. Anyone is welcome to join RallyCats; all you have to do is represent your Bearcats and have lots of school spirit. The UC Alumni Association also hosts the Bearcat Blitz for four hours before every home game. They offer pre-game festivities on Sigma Sigma Commons, which is a fun way for students to get into game mode. Another thing that sets the University of Cincinnati apart from those big-time, bigger-ego universities is our student tickets. Students can go online and score free tickets for every home game 10 days in advance. They can also be picked up in Linder Center (that big building with the triangle windows) during office hours. For students who don’t want to risk missing out on a game due to the limited number of free tickets, season tickets are also available for $50, which is a great deal if you plan on going to every game. Football is also a social event, so you can usually always find a big group of friends to go to the games with. A lot of organizations on campus prepare for the game by getting together and tailgating or just grilling out and having a good time. Of course, going to a game isn’t nearly as much fun without a group of friends to go with. And luckily for first-year students like myself, it’s never hard to find a rambunctious gaggle to travel with. If your pals aren’t going to the game, just step outside your dorm room and meet some fellow game-goers. Going to Nippert with a new crowd could be the beginning of beautiful new friendships. Every first-year student should seize the opportunity to attend a Bearcat football game. It’s an event like no other, and missing out would mean missing out on a huge chunk of the college experience. There are four home games left; make sure you don’t miss out. Grab some spirit wear and cheer on our Cincinnati Bearcats to victory.
UC BLOOD DRIVE BREAKS RECORD “Moments like that allow me to have a job I enjoy,” Schmaltz said. “I know that this makes a difference, and you can see that each Bearcat Blitz, sponsored by the and every day.” Hoxworth Blood Center, had its most Many students were involved with the successful campus blood drive at the blood drive and Hoxworth Blood Center University of Cincinnati last week. through CareCats, a UC student group During the five-day drive, which helped host the event. 966 donors were registered, and “It’s a great opportunity to 829 units of blood were collected. volunteer at UC and give “I love giving blood and back to the community,” working at the drives,” said said Chelsea Courtney, Alyssa Roberts, a second-year a first-year criminal international affairs student. “I justice student and just like to see how people come CareCats volunteer. out and support the drives.” Alex Jones, a Hoxworth Blood Center is first-year computer located on UC’s East campus engineering student and serves 32 hospitals in 17 also volunteers counties. Units were collected —alex jones for CareCats. from 350 volunteer blood First-year computer “I’m really into donors and 40 volunteer platelet engineering student blood drives and have donors to meet the needs of had three knee surgeries tri-state patients. in the past,” Jones said. “Every unit goes to three different “Doctors are my heroes and people,” said Eric Schmaltz, Hoxworth I’ll do anything to help them out.” donor recruitment and community A lot of first-time donors may start relations consultant. donating because someone they know is in need Schmaltz has met with many patients who of blood or platelets. It might save a life and in received donor blood through the Hoxworth many cases only takes a few minutes. blood drives. GABRIELLE WALTER | STAFF REPORTER
Doctors are my heroes, and I’ll do anything to help them out.
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HOXWORTH BLOOD CENTER The blood drive was hosted on the gymnasium courts (top) of the Campus Recreation Center. More than 800 units of blood were collected (above). “They finally understand the importance of making sure [blood] is available,” Schmaltz said. It is important to regularly donate so that blood can be readily available when it’s needed, Schmaltz explained. “Basically we want to make sure there’s blood available for everybody to use at one of those 32 hospitals,”Schmaltz said.“If we don’t have those regular generous donors, it may be too late.” If someone is unsure of donating because of bad experiences in the past or a fear of needles, Schmaltz has some advice. “Paint the visual of what you’re really doing — the impact of what you’re really doing,” Schmaltz said.
Farmers Market brings sustainability to UC Local vendors sell eco-friendly food products and handmade jewelry AMANDA MORGAN | STAFF REPORTER
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UC FARMER’S MARKET Handmade jewelry (below) was purchased by students along with environmentally friendly food products (above) Oct. 11. One vendor (left) had a booth featuring his crafts. The market on McMicken Commons was a joint effort between local vendors and UC Sustainability.
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ocal vendors teamed up with UC Sustainability Oct. 11 to bring the third annual weekly farmers market to campus. The market, which was located on McMicken Commons, featured a variety of local products available for purchase by UC students and faculty. Students stopped by the market between classes, enjoying free samples and listening as vendors explained the importance of purchasing environmentally friendly products. “The products being sold are genuine,” said Kayla McKinney, a firstyear environmental studies student. “I like knowing where the food and other products originated.” Shoppers should expect to see more unique products each week in October, all at prices set by local vendors. “The Farmers Market is an easy way to buy local products,” McKinney said. “Anyone interested in promoting sustainable lifestyles should be sure to check it out.” Members of UC Sustainability were also in attendance, encouraging students to sign the sustainability pledge, which features easy ways for students to live a more environmentally friendly lifestyle. One vendor, Bernadette Zimmerman of Anam Cara Designs, sold handmade jewelry made from kazuri beads — kazuri means small and beautiful in Swahili. The beads are handmade in Kenya with clay from the local mountains by underprivileged women, Zimmerman said. Another craftsman sold a variety of handmade jewelry as well as traditional musical instruments from throughout the world. Other vendors included local farmers selling organic vegetables, a variety of fresh baked breads, homemade herbal soaps and even organic dairy products. A dairy vendor offered organic homemade ice cream and a variety of cheese samples to students while explaining to shoppers the importance of purchasing organic dairy products. The farmers market will be hosted each Monday in October, offering affordable products shoppers can feel good about purchasing. It offers environmentally friendly goods and also allows shoppers to help support local business in the Cincinnati area.
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ENTERTAINMENT
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CCM alum headlines concert JESSICA MCCAFFERTY | Staff REPORTER
Opera singer and University of Cincinnati alum Michael Maniaci joined Cincinnati-based Catacoustic Consort for a performance of 16th- and 17th-century Italian music as guest artist at the CollegeConservatory of Music Wednesday. Maniaci’s soprano was masterful and warm by turns, executing technical passages with ease while maintaining a historically accurate performance. Highlights of the evening include “Io la Musica son,” from Claudio Monteverdi’s “Orfeo,” which exhibited a beautiful purity of tone, and Barbara Strozzi’s chromatically dramatized “Lagrime mie.”
The concert concluded with another Monteverdi, the ironically cheerful “Volglio di vita uscir,” whose sprightly tone contradicts the lyric’s solemn call for death. Joining Maniaci were members of the Catacoustic Consort. Annalisa Pappano, artistic director of the consort, performed both the bass viol and lirone with attention to historical practice and an enchanting lightness. Daniel Swenberg, of Highland Park, N.J., played theorbo and the baroque guitar. Both Pappano and Swenberg were excellent as accompanists, but also shone on instrumental pieces. Explanations between pieces regarding historical notes, performance practice
and additions to the program gave an educational edge and conversational feel to the entire performance. These additions were crucial to the audience, as the concert was designed to be performed before the CCM performance of the Monteverdi Vespers, in order to augment education, giving students an example of 16th century Italian music before performing it. The concert was made possible by the CCM Tribunal, and funded by the University Funding Board. photo courtesy of ccm
BACK TO SCHOOL Michael Maniaci found time during his career as a professional opera singer to perform at CCM.
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True Guided By Voices fans do not call lead singer Robert Pollard by his full name. At the Southgate House in Newport, Ky., fans who packed into the band’s sold-out reunion show murmured devotion about “Uncle Bob,” or “Bob” as if he were a close personal friend. Although the members of the 1990s grunge-punk band appeared well into their 50s, Pollard had no trouble busting his signature stage moves — including swinging the super-tapedup mic around as he jumped across the stage and performed high kicks that could rival the Rockettes’. His fellow bandmates displayed similarly uncontainable enthusiasm as they danced and jammed the night away with a packed house of die-hard fans. A spectator unfamiliar with Guided By Voices could have easily assumed
they were a sentimental indie-folk outfit based on the Robert Pollard covers performed by Nick Mitchell, the show’s opener. Armed only with an electric guitar and a versatile, mellow voice, he played stirring songs with contemplative lyrics that set a calm tone before the band made their grand entrance. For a group that recorded a significant portion of their music on 4-track tape machines, the band’s overwhelming popularity after so many years is astounding. The tour, spawned by the band’s recent reunion performance for Matador Records’ 21st anniversary in Las Vegas, is considered a “classic lineup tour.” This means that, although the GBV lineup changed multiple times throughout its career, the performers present played songs mainly from when they were together in the early ’90s. The “classic lineup” included guitarists Mitch
After years apart, Guided By Voices reunite for their final tour.
Mitchell and Tobin Sprout, bassist Greg Demos and drummer Kevin Fennell. As the Dayton natives belted out highenergy, trademark lo-fi rock, more than half the audience sang along, hanging on every word as they joined hands, raised fists and expressed a happy, drunken rowdiness that brought on a sense of family. The crowd looked surprisingly normal — a large group of adults in everyday clothes lacking the typical hipster attire. While GBV’s fans have grown up, they never grew out of the band that helped them along the way. The crowd cherished seeing the band perform together again so much they incited not one, but three encores. Near the end of the final encore, the band performed “A Salty Salute,” repeating “The club is open,” as the similarly worded florescent sign blinked behind the Fennell. Pollard aptly saluted the crowd and exited the stage for the final time.
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CLUB IS OPEN Nineties rock icon Robert Pollard swings his microphone and stomps his feet with Guided By Voices, proving to fans that age is nothing but a number.
Unibroue tasting provides savory selection Caitlin stewart | staff reporter
coulter loeb | chief photographer
BEER GETS SOPHISTICATED Students relax after an evening of tasting Unibroue beer and food provided to complement each unique brew, allowing for a more upscale perspective on the typical party beverage.
As the only campus pub, Catskeller boasts a wide variety of beers from quality brewers. Many of the beers available at this university staple can’t be found at any other bars in the Cincinnati area. Catskeller supplies students with more than just sports and drinks after work, however. Catskeller has tasting events, during which for a $10 fee, participants may enjoy six different brews paired with appetizers tailored to complement each specific beer. The beer company Unibroue hosted Catskeller’s most recent tasting event Thursday. Jay Jones, a representative from Unibroue, gave background on the history of the brewery and its location. Participants also received pamphlets and a tasting guide by Unibroue, detailing the thought and effort on the company’s part that went into the event’s preparation. The first drink served, Unibroue Ephemere, is a white ale with a slight apple taste. It was paired with a brie and apricot phylo. This was my personal favorite, although each beverage had its own unique taste.
The Unibroue Maudite was paired with bruschetta. This strong red-amber ale has a very full taste. Unibroue La Fin du Monde is a Belgian triple brew served with a bacon-wrapped sea scallop. This is not available on tap at Catskeller because of the brewing techniques that are used, but it is available in bottles. Then the Unibroue Don de Dieu was served. This is a triple wheat ale, which is another brew that Catskeller does not normally have on tap. The final two beers served were much darker ales. Unibroue Terrible is an abbey-style ale. It was paired with a sharp cheddar quiche. The Unibroue Trois Pistoles is a stronger and darker abbey-style ale with a very rich taste. Trois Pistoles was served with equally rich brownies. Placed right around dinnertime, the event allowed for something fun to do during the week without taking up the participants’ entire evening. Those seeking a more sophisticated beer-drinking experience are advised to RSVP to Catskeller ahead of time so they can assure enough food and drinks are provided. Anyone looking for a good time and great drinks will find both at Catskeller’s beer tasting events.
Fourth “Pressure” event features house, dubstep adam coble | staff reporter The Cincinnati electronica scene is coming to fruition. At one point, if one wanted to attend an electronica show, he or she had to find someone who knew about raves happening around the city or befriend local DJs to know where the next big party was taking place and who was spinning. Those wanting to attend a house, trance or dubstep show, can look no further. Next Era
Entertainment is bringing the Queen City another awesome night of heavy bass and breaks to satisfy electronica fans for the night. Next Era will be at the Mockbee Friday for “Pressure 4: Bass Riddems”. Those not yet hip to the “Pressure” events or Next Era in general should save the date, because this event is going to be big. “Pressure 4” will feature DJ sets from Antiserum, Royal Sound System, D-Soul, Marky C and
Benigma. The event will take place on two floors in the Mockbee, with artists spinning on the second floor while Vinny Bricks and Ben Wyler spin on the first floor. The show is sure to be an enjoyable event, with local and national acts performing house and dubstep. The “Pressure” events are somewhat new to Cincinnati, but its following grows with each successive show. The “Pressure” events are dedicated to showcasing
the electronic “grime” culture, including tunes with heavy bass, raw lyrics and pulsating beats that encompass the dark and gritty scene that is dubstep. The past “Pressure” shows have been beyond entertaining, with DJ sets from Cincinnati favorites like Royal Sound System and User Error, with an atmosphere that screams energy. With a $5 cover charge, Next Era is offering people high quality music, at a
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price that is wallet-friendly. The best way to describe the atmosphere is a laid back yet explosive energy that puts anyone in attendance under one groove. Mockbee could very well be the perfect backdrop to host the “Pressure” events on a more permanentbasis.Anyonewondering what to do this upcoming Friday night can start prepping now for “Pressure 4.” Because once you get into the grime culture, there is no turning back.
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from rePs | 1 “How close is the guy to the raw material, how close is the guy selling it and how cheaply can they transport it from one to the other?” Driehaus said. Robison, who is also chief human resources officer for Hamilton County, centered his speech on his goal to improve the economic environment in Ohio by lowering taxes and regulations on businesses. “We’re not losing jobs to India, we’re losing jobs to Indiana and Kentucky,” Robison said.“Indiana rolls out the red carpet for businesses who want to move there.” He also explained his goal of cutting government spending in Columbus by seeking more efficient ways for the government to operate, as well as cutting programs and mandates to only “core services.”
“We need to lower the amount of bureaucratic red tape these businesses have to go through,” Robison said. “The federal government has 17 departments, but the state of Ohio operates through 24 departments and that needs to change.” Driehaus is running on her record as a “moderate Democrat.” she said that this will let the people of Cincinnati know they can trust her understanding of current economic hardships. Robison’s message, however, is, “Put people before politics.” “I don’t want to be a politician,” Robinson said. “I want to be a public servant.” Both candidates will continue canvassing for votes throughout the next two weeks and as the election continues.
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tom skeen
Fantasy spikes NFL interest Some would say fantasy football is more popular than the National Football League. While I’m not one of those people, fantasy football does make the NFL better and more enjoyable. Let me explain. I’m one of those fans who doesn’t have a second-favorite team. I root for Cincinnati sports teams and don’t have time to follow many more. Playing fantasy football has opened my eyes to the rest of the league and introduced me to a majority of the 32 teams. On a given game day, I can be interested with a rooting interest in as many as 10 games. When there was no fantasy football, I was interested in the Bengals game, Sunday night football and Monday night football. Since the Bengals were more often than not awful back then, I would often get upset watching them and not want to watch any other games the rest of the weekend. Now when the Bengals lose — which is still commonplace — I at least have my fantasy team to hang hopes on. Critics (like sports editor Sam Weinberg) say fantasy sports are ruining the game played on the field because the only thing people care about is what their fantasy team is doing. There is some truth to that for those who are “high rollers” and play in leagues that cost as much as my car. For me, I pay $25 and have more interest in the games being played on the field. The NFL hasn’t embraced fantasy football like its players have. Pros talk about their fantasy teams openly and use it as another way to relate to the fans. Professional leagues should embrace fantasy sports and use it as a way to connect with their fan bases. Don’t frown upon the fact people are betting on it. Grab hold of that interest and put it to use. Have real players draft fantasy teams and post them on the Internet for fans to see. Have an AFC and NFC fantasy showdown where each team in the division drafts a team and competes against other teams in their league. There are so many ways fantasy sports can improve league/fan relationships. The NFL might not need the extra attention, but every other professional league needs to connect with their fans more and connect with fringe fans. You might not be a National Hockey League fan, but if you’re a fantasy sports fan, a connection can be made. In no time, you might be the owner of a fantasy hockey team and watching NHL games. I’m one of those fantasy guys who overdoes it. I check my team every day. But what comes with that is traffic to team websites and interest. Fantasy sports can deepen relationships with old fans and open relationships with new fans. There’s nothing better than sitting down to watch a game when your fantasy football team is either trailing or leading by a few points and the outcome of your match depends on how one or two players perform in the game. Fans who understand the game know that one player cannot do well without the help of his teammates. For him to serve you well, his team must serve him well. Watching that puzzle unfold is what attracts me to the game and if it just so happens that my fantasy player does well, then even better. In the end, maybe I’m just interested in what my fantasy players do in that particular game. But without that rooting interest, most might not watch the game as close, or maybe not watch at all. The trouble comes in when you have bad professional teams and an awful fantasy team. Not everybody can have the best of both worlds. If you find yourself in that situation this season, just remember: there’s always next year.
UC claims Keg,
CATS OUTLAST
LOUISVILLE Sam Elliott | Sports EDITOR
Cincinnati used a high-flying offense to outscore rival Louisville 35-27 Friday and began Big East play with a win on the road to improve to 3-3 overall. Facing a three-point deficit at halftime after once trailing by 10, the UC defense used the break to regroup. Sophomore cornerback Rueben Johnson described the scene in Papa John’s Cardinal Stadium’s visiting locker room. “The mood was, ‘We’re the two-time defending Big East champion, so we’re going to come out and play like the two-time Big East champion,’ ” Johnson said. “We went and got it.” Louisville running back Bilal Powell ran for a career-high 209 yards and two touchdowns, but the Bearcats limited Louisville to three second-half points. After re-establishing a UC lead, cornerback Cam Cheatham’s pass breakup on fourth and goal with four and a half minutes to play sealed the win. “Cam’s a young player starting for the first time this season and he stepped up when we needed him to,” said head coach Butch Jones. “That was a big play.” Cincinnati quarterback Zach Collaros threw for 275 yards and a career-high five touchdowns and Isaiah Pead ran for 145 yards to begin Big East play with a win for the Bearcats. “It means we’re 1-0 and there’s still a long way to go,”Jones said.“But any time you come on the road in this type of environment and you come away with a win — it’s a big win, let alone a rivalry game.” The Bearcats claimed the Keg of Nails for the third-straight season, but 17-straight Louisville points put pressure on the UC offense late in the first half. “Our offense likes when the team has to lean on us and for us to have to make plays,”
said wide receiver Armon Binns. “I think that puts a little energy in us to really get after it and really make sure we get in the end zone. It keeps us on our toes.” It was a career day for the senior from California, who finished with eight receptions, 175 yards and three touchdowns — all career highs. Binns’ third touchdown — a 62 yarder — put Cincinnati ahead eight with just more than nine minutes remaining. “I go against that man every day at practice. Armon Binns is probably one of the best wide receivers in college football,” Johnson said. “Whoever the top wide receiver is, [Binns] in the top three. He’s amazing, he has great hands, he’s a great leader, it’s his senior year and he played his butt off.” Fellow wide out D.J. Woods gave the Bearcats their first lead since the first quarter late in the third with a 14-yard touchdown catch. “I can’t say enough about that catch in the back of the end zone,” Jones said. “He held onto the football and obviously that was a monumental play in the game.” Woods was hit hard by Cardinals defenders on the play and left the game with an undisclosed head injury, but not before scoring two touchdowns in as many receptions and gaining 61 yards. “D.J. is fine,” Jones said.“We’re going to reevaluate him a little SAM GREENE AND bit more.” EAMON QUEENEY Cincinnati continues Big | the news record East play with another Friday night game, this time at 8 p.m. CINCINNATI KEG PARTY The Bearcats improved to in Nippert Stadium against 28-21-1 all-time against rival Louisville with their 35-27 win South Florida.
Friday at Papa John’s Cardinal Stadium.
Conference perfection spoiled Loss creates tie atop standings
Sam Weinberg | Sports EDITOR The Louisville Cardinals proved not even the No. 21 University of Cincinnati volleyball team is perfect. Ahead two sets to zero against the Cards, the Lady Bearcats looked like they were on their way to another 3-0 sweep Saturday at Cardinal Arena. But Cincinnati was unable to finish the job, dropping the final three sets to snap their 10-match winning streak and perfect conference record. “I thought we fought, but we came up short,” said UC head coach Reed Sunahara. The Bearcats won the first two sets with scores of 25-23 and 25-20, but lost the last three 25-17, 25-22 and 15-10. Cincinnati had a one-game conference lead heading into the match, but with the win against the Bearcats, Louisville moved up to share a portion of the Big East’s top spot.
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WINNING STREAK SNAP After 29-straight set victories, the UC volleyball team lost the final three to rival Louisville Saturday. “Louisville’s a good team,” Sunahara said. “We came out and were ready to play, but I think they caught fire in the third, fourth and fifth sets. We had chances, but we didn’t capitalize on opportunities and I think that was the biggest difference.” In a battle of Cincinnati’s
offense versus Louisville’s defense, the Cardinals won with defense. The Bearcats fired 37 more shots than the Cardinals, but Louisville’s defense stonewalled Cincinnati’s hitters, posting 19 blocks and 78 digs. “I was disappointed in our
play,” Sunahara said. “When you get out-blocked and out-dug, you don’t have a good chance to win. I was disappointed in that aspect.” Cincinnati began the match with a quick 5-1 lead in the first set, but Louisville’s strong defensive play helped the Cardinals reach a 16-15 lead. The Bearcats rallied back to take the first set and rode its momentum to another victory in the second. But after the intermission, momentum shifted. With Louisville’s offense and defense rolling on all cylinders, the Cards rallied back to force a fifth set in which Louisville finished off the Bearcats to take the match. Senior outside hitter and five-time reigning Big East player of the week Stephanie Niemer continued her streak of strong play, leading Cincinnati with 29 kills and 18 digs. Next, the Bearcats travel to Bowling Green, Ky., to face Western Kentucky at 8 p.m. Tuesday. “We just need to regroup and refocus on our goals,” Sunahara said.“If we can take care of the ball and control the tempo of the match, then I think we’ll be fine. Our team is resilient and we’ll be back.”
IN BRIEF
Bahner’s game-winner gives UC 2-1 win
Finan leads cross country at Pre-Nationals
Cyclones split first series of season
The University of Cincinnati men’s soccer team scored two second-half goals to beat the Seton Hall Pirates 2-1 Saturday in South Orange, N.J. “We showed excellent character tonight, coming from a goal down to beat a solid Seton Hall team on the road,” said head coach Hylton Dayes. Cincinnati trailed the Pirates 1-0 at halftime, but sophomore Shamar Shelton’s first career goal tied the game in the 64th minute. In the 82nd minute, Cincinnati junior Matt Bahner scored the game-winning goal — his third game-winner and sixth goal of the season. The Bearcats return to Gettler Stadium to face No. 22/25 South Florida at 7 p.m. Wednesday.
Eric Finan led the University of Cincinnati men’s cross country team with a 13th-place finish at Saturday’s 2010 Pre-National Invitational in Terra Haute, Ind. The sophomore finished the 8,000-meter course at the LaVern Gibson Championship Cross Country Course at the Wabash Family Sports Center in 23 minutes, 59.5 seconds. Cincinnati junior Michelle McKenney led the Cincinnati women’s team with a time of 21:53.3 on the 6,000-meter course. The Oklahoma men and Georgetown women won the event after each school’s top-five runners finished in the top-35. The Bearcats will next compete in the Big East Cross Country Championships Saturday, Oct. 30, in Syracuse, N.Y.
The first puck of the season dropped for the Cincinnati Cyclones Friday in Elmira, N.Y. It was a rough welcome to the ECHL for first-year Cincinnati head coach Jarrod Skalde. Tied at one after the first period, the Elmira Jackals scored five goals in the second period en route to a 7-3 win. Seven different Jackals scored in Cincinnati goalie Marc Cheverie’s professional debut. The defending Kelly Cup champion Cyclones rebounded Saturday, winning the second of the two-game series 5-4 in overtime. Elmira led 4-2 after four goals by Michael Dubuc, but Cincinnati’s J.C. Sawyer tied the game with 2:26 remaining in regulation and Barrett Ehgoetz netted the game-winning goal 4:19 into overtime.
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