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vol. 91, issue 30

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All signs point to Otterbein University 5 Student breaks down OCPD conversion 3

T&C unveils best pizza picks near campus 6 US prepares for World Cup kickoff 12

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YouTube videos channel popularity

Although these aren’t the most popular videos ever, the number of hits for these YouTube videos is staggering

So I didn’t pick the most popular videos of all time, but I chose my favorites. The most popular videos of all time are music videos of Lady Gaga and Justin Bieber, and that’s no fun. But go see Lady Gaga’s “Telephone” video because it’s JESSICA outrageous. Listed MILLER in order of most views on YouTube.com 1. “Charlie Bit My Finger” – 2007 – 196,858,015 views This is an old one, but still a classic. The older little boy sticks his finger in the teething boy’s mouth. He has a cute British accent, too.

2. “Evolution of Dance” – Judson Laipply – 2006 – 144,793,177 views This video takes us through the decades by the popular dances of that time, of course including the worm, the lawn mower and even disco.

3. “Susan Boyle – Singer – “Britain’s Got Talent” – 2009 – 93,809,249 views This was her first appearance and this video is what made her famous. It proves that with today’s technology, anyone’s dreams can come true.

4. “The Sneezing Baby Panda” – 2006 – 65,121,169 views I wonder why so many people watch some videos. It’s a

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“David After Dentist” star David DeVore received a place in YouTube history with his video, reaching over 60 million views.

16-second clip of mostly nothing, but it’s still hilarious.

with unicorns, rainbows and dinosaurs, but it doesn’t end well.

5. “David After Dentist” – 2009 – 60,620,707 views So I know we’ve all seen this, but there is a series of parodies to it. One of them is called “David After Divorce,” including the lines “Why is this happening to me?” and “Is this going to last forever?”

7. “Powerthirst” – 2007 – 19,704,723 views It is a combination of a man screaming at you through a megaphone and crazy graphics that really have nothing to do with it, like Kenya and babies. I’d like to think that it’s a commentary on energy drinks.

6. Charlie the Unicorn – 2006 – 48,137,190 views I have no idea where this came from. If you’ve never seen it, it’s a cheery cartoon, complete

8. “Everyday Normal Guy” – 2007 – 16,049,514 views Jon Lajoie has a YouTube channel. His songs are hilarious.

We’ve all heard of his “Show

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Me Your Genitals.” This one is about how he is completely average. He’s got a bad back. His parents are nice people. He likes “Grey’s Anatomy.” And so on.

But it’s a rap.

9. “Where the Hell is Matt?” – 2006 – 15,327,262 views This is a Stride® Gum commercial. There are more editions now and all are very cool. Matt goes all over the world dancing the same dance in tons of different locations like Paris and Tokyo.

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10. “Stalking Cat” (aka “Stealth Cat”) – 2008 – 10,476,849 views It’s in Japanese, but there isn’t any important sound. Just watch it. Personally, I hate cats and I think it’s funny that the majority of videos on YouTube are music videos and cats.

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SO LONG, “COLLEGE”: This sign on Interstate 270 is among many changes Otterbein will have to make because of the name switch.

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opinion

Otterbein Security to upgrade status

The switch from security department to police department has raised a lot of questions about new procedures On Feb. 7, 2009, the Otterbein College Board of Trustees signed a motion to promote the Campus Security to a police force specific to the school.

Since then, rumors and speculations have been circling campus COLE HAGUE about this conversion issue.

Questions pertaining to the who, what, when and how of this whole transition has been a hotly debated topic amongst students, community members and college-sponsored organizations.

But while this issue may have some scratching their heads while others are in an uproar, the question is: How much do any of us really know about this process? Well, here’s an opportunity to get better acquainted with what is known about the upcoming changeover.

According to Otterbein College Security Department Deputy Director Doug Williard, every security officer has been trained and certified as a police officer through the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission.

Moreover, nearly every individual has had experience exercising his or her skills as a peace officer prior to employment at Otterbein.

Currently, the Security Department is focused on accomplishing the administrative and legal requirements in order to make a smooth transition.

Putting emphasis on policy implementation and adjustment has caused for a more extended transitioning phase.

The college is aiming for July 1, 2010 as the date for the changeover, but the switch could take place anywhere between July and the end of 2010.

However, recent discussions about extending security’s jurisdiction to roads adjacent to college property have left some feeling uncertain about the conversion.

As it is currently understood, when the changeover takes place

in the coming year, Otterbein can exercise his or her Fourth Security would be bound by Amendment rights — the right jurisdiction limitations just like to deny unreasonable search and any other police force. seizures.

This means that their coverStill, some issues are being age would only encompass addressed in terms of judicial campus property. But at the procedures and consequences. request of the Westerville Police When it comes to the quesDepartment, Otterbein Security tion of raising tuition due to the is now looking to extend their changeover, according to Wilcoverage to roads adjacent to liard, the answer is no. college property.

Otterbein’s Security DepartSecurity justifies the extenment already maintains a current sion on these grounds: If a budget of about $500,000. student or faculty member were The original plan to add an in a car crash, or if a burglary officer would have only upped were to take place along a road the budget by $64,000. But it that borders Otterbein’s campus, seems the department won’t be security officers including an would be able to additional ofgo and address ficer in their “If there is a crash on the issue in a budget. speedy, responWhile or near campus, we want security may sive manner.

“We have a paying to be able to go out and be direct interest for new in students and items such faculty succeed- address it.” as protective ing, not only radio Doug Williard, vests, here, but in the systems and community,” vehicles, Deputy Director of the new said Williard. “If Williard asthere is a crash that the Otterbein College serts on or near camdepartment pus, we want to Security Department is “trying be able to go to be good out and address stewards with it.” the money.”

But even According with this reasto Williard, suring information about the Security cares about Otterbein qualifications of personnel and students and are not interested the time and consideration taken in instituting severe punishments on policy issues, students have if necessary. posed questions pertaining to They claim that they have other issues: the ability to objectively view the How does the swap from situation and provide a number security officer to police officer of options for disciplinary meaimpact those in college-owned sures, etc. housing? Will this exchange inPersonally, these ideas and crease the cost of tuition? What policies seem great in theory. are the real-life consequences of But that’s part of the problem. having a campus police force?”

Without the employment In terms of Greek and theme of these theories, there’s no housing, with security operating telling how all these rules and as a police force, they are bound guidelines will pan out. So it’s by the U.S. Constitution. This understandable why students gives students the ability to exer- and others are skeptical of the cise their constitutional rights. change.

For example, if security Let’s be honest, among receives a noise complaint at a students, security has long residence and asks permission to maintained a somewhat negaenter, whoever answers the door tive perception. Though this

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sentiment is not held by everyone, as a graduating senior, I get nervous when I view a maroon Honda Pilot even off campus.

But maybe this switchover is an opportunity to turn that perception around.

Students now are able to exercise their judicial rights, security will be able to handle oncampus issues that once needed to be handled by the Westerville Police Department and they’re happy to oblige any questions and work with you on providing a clear vision of what this transition implies.

After all, it’s better to get accurate answers instead of starting ridiculous rumors.

So whether this is a positive or negative move for the future of Otterbein, only time will tell.

But if nothing else, students will likely enjoy being treated like the adults we are, and not the children some view us as. t&c

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WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT OC SECURITY BECOMING OC POLICE? “I think it would be beneficial in emergency situations.”

– Alison Barnette sophomore nursing

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“I disagree because I feel Westerville PD is only a block away and they seem to get the job done.”

1. The switch from security

to police is planned for July 1, 2010.

2. Every Otterbein Security officer has been trained and certified as a police officer through the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission.

–Kevin Castle sophomore sports management

3. Their jurisdiction may extend to roads adjacent to college property.

“It’s not really necessary since Westerville Police is so close.”

4. Students will be able

to exercise their Fourth Amendment right — the right to deny unreasonable searches and seizures.

5. Otterbein Police will be getting new equipment such as protective vests, new radio systems and new vehicles.

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OC bookstore offers cheaper alternative

Beginning in the fall of 2010, the bookstore will offer a textbook rental program with some discounted prices

BY LINDSEY HOBBS News Editor

The Otterbein Bookstore is attempting to help students save more money on textbooks.

Beginning this fall, the bookstore is starting their RentA-Text program, which will give students the opportunity to rent textbooks for a quarter, or soon, a semester at a time at 50 percent of the retail price or less.

“We are really excited about being able to offer this to students,” said Ann Morris, manager of the bookstore.

According to Morris, the Follett Higher Education Group, which owns the Otterbein Bookstore as well as over 850 college bookstores nationwide, has been testing this program on some pilot stores for about a year and a half.

“It’s helped save kids a ton of money,” Morris said.

Not all of the titles that the bookstore carries will be available to rent. Only 20-25 percent of them will be available, according to Morris.

“I haven’t seen a list yet of what will be available in our store and what won’t, but likely it will just be bigger books,” she said.

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Signs plastered all over the bookstore windows that advertise the program are hard to miss.

New and used books will be offered, though, and Morris said that “the price is the same, regardless of whether or not the book is new or used.”

She also said that writing and highlighting in the books will be allowed and will not affect a student’s ability to return the book at the end of the rental period.

“We expect the books to be used. If it’s normal wear and tear, we’ll be happy to take them back,” said Morris.

As for the rental process, students can rent online or in

the store, but collateral is needed in the form of a credit card.

“They’ll (students) pay on the front end in September when they pick up their books, and we keep the collateral on file in a secure server until the student returns them,” said Morris.

However, the details as to what will happen if a student chooses to return a book before the end of the rental period have yet to be finalized, according to Morris.

Students around campus have mixed feelings about the

new textbook rental option on campus.

Dana McDermott, sophomore nursing major, said she likes the idea of only renting books for a quarter at a time.

“Some of the books I need I don’t want to buy because I

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don’t need them after one quarter,” she said.

However, other students said they would rather just buy their books and sell them back.

“Yeah, I like to have money back at the end of the year,” said Sara McGaughey, sophomore allied health major.

There are other textbook rental alternatives online where students may be able to find their books for cheaper prices.

One of the most popular rental sites is Chegg.com, where students can rent books for quarters or semesters at a time.

The site boasts some savings of up to 90 percent.

They also have a 30-day “Any Reason” guarantee, which allows renters to return books for a full refund, minus the cost of shipping, within 30 days of rental.

With Chegg.com, users can only highlight in the textbooks a limited amount and writing notes on the pages is prohibited. t&c

Editor’s Note

Last week the Tan & Cardinal published that Sean Lamar McPherson, the man who was arrested at the OC bookstore, had stolen the backpack that he brought into the Campus Center with him. McPherson has yet to be convicted of stealing the backpack.

For the security report and full Krendl article, visit www.otterbein360.com

Krendl checks off freshman year of presidency Otterbein President Kathy Krendl battled against a bad economy and semester conversion among other issues

BY STEVEN COLLINS Contributing Writer

After taking office when Otterbein was going through a computer system changeover and a switch from quarters to semesters, President Kathy Krendl has begun to leave her mark on the 153-year-old college.

As Krendl reflects on her past year at the college, she said that dealing with the economy has been her biggest struggle.

“I knew the economy was bad, but I thought we would be in a better financial situation than we were. We’ve had some challenges in trying to decide our budget needs,” Krendl said.

She said her personal achievement has been learning about the Otterbein community and building relationships.

“Founder’s Day taught me about the love students, staff and faculty have for this place,” said Krendl.

While there have been some struggles, many faculty members are pleased with Krendl’s work.

Vice President for Institutional Advancement Heidi Tracy said, “Having an institutional president that’s willing to be the face of the college is invaluable.

She’s a visionary.”

Around campus, student opinion of Krendl seems to be varied, mostly due to unfamiliarity with her.

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“She seems nice, but I haven’t really met her yet,” said Connie Snider, senior middle childhood education major.

“It’s hard to decide what she’s done because it’s really hard to evaluate what a person has done in just a year,” said Alyssa CookAlexander, freshman public relations and creative writing major.

As far as planning for the future, Krendl is optimistic. She said, “If we can work our way through these budget challenges and get Otterbein much more visible ... If we can get the strategic plan in place, much of that will lead to a new identity for Otterbein without sacrificing our tradition or core values.” t&c

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News briefs from around campus

CCE celebrates service

On May 26, the Center for Community Engagement hosted the 15th annual Celebration of Service.

The President’s Service Award was given to 46 people.

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Library staff retirement

After 27 years of service, Patricia Rothermich, Reference Services Coordinator, will be retiring.

To help determine her replacement, three campuswide presentations have been scheduled for three candidates.

The candidates are asked to talk about his or her views regarding the future of reference in academic libraries. t&c

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The first Otterbein University T-shirts were handed out during a recent weekend visit day.

OU becomes a reality with new road signs and apparel While many changes have already been put into place, there are still alterations to make before the university switch is complete

BY LAINA THOMPSON Assistant News Editor

In just a few months’ time, Otterbein College will be no more.

The changes to officially make Otterbein a university are being implemented, and these changes are already evident around campus and Westerville.

The bookstore is currently selling Otterbein University gear.

So far, hoodies that sport the new university name, as well as many new shirts that simply say Otterbein or Otterbein Cardinals, have been added to their inventory.

Anne Morris, manager of the bookstore, said that they are getting new merchandise in every day, and should be fully stocked by July 15.

A temporary change that has already taken place is the Otterbein

road sign on Interstate 270. A green swatch has been placed over the word “College” that says “Univ.”

According to Jennifer Pearce, executive director of marketing and communications, this is because the Ohio Department of Transportation makes changes to highway signs all at once. The strip is just a temporary fix until the time for changes comes around again.

However, different signs around campus and the city, business cards, letterheads, name tags, banners, flags and table skirts are still awaiting change.

Something else the Otterbein community needs to think about is a new nickname. It has been called the ’Bein and the OC, but with the new university title, a new nickname must also be thought of.

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According to Pearce, one idea, which can be found in the spring issue of “Towers” magazine, is Otterbein U. Pearce said the college would like to do something during New Student Weekend to celebrate the new class coming into Otterbein University.

“We have always been a very modest institution.”

Jennifer Pearce, Executive Director of Marketing and Communications Incoming students have already been alerted

of the college name change.

According to Cass Johnson, director of admission, President Krendl sent out an e-mail announcement in the winter to the prospective students.

Cass also said that new students received an Otterbein University letter when they sent in their tuition deposit, as well as an Otterbein University decal to put on their cars.

The target date for the official change is July 1, but the college wants to get graduation and Alumni Weekend out of the way first.

Pearce said Otterbein is ready for the change.

“We have always been a very modest institution,” she said. “The change gets the message and perception out and tells more about what we have to offer.”

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The T&C finds the best pizza in Which pizza place boasts the best pie? The staff held an in-house pizza contest to find out

BY MIKE CIRELLI Arts & Entertainment Editor

There is one thing every college student has an opinion on: pizza. And it goes a lot deeper than pepperoni and cheese.

What every college student does not have is the money to try a pie from every nearby pizza joint. That’s why we’re here.

The T&C decided to eat and rate a pizza from several pizzerias close to Otterbein. Each one was ordered in advance with half pepperoni and half cheese (for those who preferred no meat) and picked up at the same time.

We then served 24 staffers and communication faculty members anonymous slices, not revealing where they came from.

Each person then rated the sauce, cheese, pepperoni, crust, grease level, taste and overall quality of the pizzas on a scale from one to four, one being the lowest.

Surprisingly, not one single pizza received completely favorable reviews or completely negative reviews. Case in point: One pizza received the comment “This crust is the bomb!” The same pizza crust was called “disappointing” by another person.

Such disparity put most of the pizzas between 2.0 and 2.8 when we averaged out the scores, but one of the pies received an outlying score of 3.15, making it the winner of the contest.

The restaurant? Papa John’s.

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Papa John’s

Address: 503 S. State St. Phone Number: 614-895-6777 Delivers to Campus? yes Cost of large pizza: $10 Diameter of large pizza: 13.5 in.

Papa John’s was rated the overall best pizza place we tested.

Though it lost points for being a little greasy, the crust was generally canonized by the entire staff.

Comments for this pizza included “Might be the best piece of pizza I ever had,” “Nice flavor,” “Too much crust,” “Too soft” and “Grrreat!”

Rating: 3.15

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Comments for this pizza included “Good mixture of herbs,” “Best pizza if it had less grease,” “Fantastic pepperoni and crust” and “A little dry.”

Mellow Mushroom

Address: 2170 Polaris Parkway Phone Number: 614-885-6355 Delivers to Campus? no Cost of large pizza: $14.63 Diameter of large pizza: 14 in.

If not for the slightly burnt crust, Mellow Mushroom might have placed higher on the list. The sauce and taste received especially high ratings, and a light sprinkling of parmesan cheese on top gave the pizza a distinct taste and appealing look.

Comments for this pizza included “Just don’t eat the crust,” “Tastes burnt,” “Sauce had weird spice to it” and “Love the parmesan.”

Rating: 2.70

Massey’s Pizza Address: 399 S. State St. Phone number: 614-882-6466 Delivers to campus? yes Cost of large pizza: $15.99 Diameter of large pizza: 14 in.

While Massey’s was also panned for being a little too greasy, many people were highly satisfied with its abundance of spicy pepperoni. The cheese isn’t even visible beneath the dense layer of crimson salami.

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Domino’s Pizza Address: 7357 N. State St. Phone Number: 614-823-4040

PIZZA PIE CHART: Papa John’s re ing in second at 2.75 and Mello

Delivers to Campus? yes Cost of large pizza: $7.99 Diameter of large pizza: 14 in.

Unlike our first and second place pizzas, Domino’s received a more favorable greasiness rating.

This, coupled with the low cost, makes it a good place to go when you and your wallet are hungry.

The thick, gooey cheese also received high marks from some of our reviewers.

Comments for this pizza included “Very happy with taste,” “Little light on sauce,” “Great crust” and “Inconsistent. One bite was great, the next very ordinary.”

Rating: 2.65

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CiCi’s Pizza Address: 714 N. State St. Phone Number: 614-901-3346 Delivers to Campus? no Cost of large pizza: $7.99 Diameter of large pizza: 14 in.

Like Domino’s, CiCi’s Pizza comes cheap. But the cost won’t make up for its several shortcomings. Many reviewers criticized the sparse amount of pepperoni and bland taste.

Comments included “Tastes fake,” “Weird aftertaste” and “So greasy and so good!” One astute panelist was even able to identify the brand of pizza based on taste and appearance alone, commenting, “CiCi’s sucks.”

Rating: 2.5

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Name: Kayla Conner Year: sophomore Major: undecided Hometown: Ashville, Ohio What’s your flavor? mint chocolate chip Favorite pizza topping: pepperoni Favorite pizza place: Zanzis® Pizza If you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go? Ireland Favorite color: green Favorite Campus Center food: chicken wraps Favorite candy: M&M’S® Favorite movie: “Sleepy Hollow” PHOTO AND INFORMATION COMPILED BY KRISTEN SAPP

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eceived the highest overall rating at 3.15, with Massey’s followow Mushroom in third at 2.7.

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Marco’s Pizza

Address: 1361 Worthington Centre Phone Number: 614-846-0400 Delivers to Campus? yes Cost of large pizza: $10.20 Diameter of large pizza: 14 in.

Marco’s Pizza probably saw the biggest split in votes out of all the pizzerias. Most people either hated it or loved it, which placed it squarely in the middle of the one to four rating system.

Pretty much all of the averages for the individual elements of the pie, including the sauce, cheese, pepperoni, crust and grease, ranged from 2.4-2.7. This pizza is clearly only meant for some people.

Comments for this pizza included “I’d eat it for dinner,” “Best overall pizza,” “Bland,” and “Truly awful.”

Rating: 2.55

Pasquale’s Address: 503 S. State St. Phone Number: 614-895-6777 Delivers to Campus? yes Cost of large pizza: $10 Diameter of large pizza: 13.5 in.

Despite a pretty appearance, Pasquale’s did not fare well. Every element except the cheese was given an uncommonly low rating, especially the sauce.

Comments included “Terrible all around,” “Taste was overall bad,” “Gross” and “Not even worth ranking. Unreal!”

Rating: 2.5

Thanks to our listeners for making 2009-2010 a great year!

Have a great summer and keep rocking to The Wildcard!

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Zero Year Reunion Clements Center 4:30-6 p.m.

June 8

Master’s Degree Reception Roush Hall Gallery 4:30-6 p.m.

ON DVD JUNE 8

Memorial Golf Tournament 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Muirfield Village Golf Club

“Shutter Island”

IN THEATERS JUNE 4

ON CD JUNE 1

“Get Him to the Greek”

Christina Aguilera “Bionic”

“Killers” “Marmaduke”

“From Paris With Love”

Jewel “Sweet and Wild”

Information compiled by Britany Byers from www.otterbein.edu, www.experiencecolumbus.com and www.metacritic.com.

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The answers to the bolded clues can be found throughout sections of this issue. The first person to e-mail the correct answers to tanandcardinal@yahoo.com will win the gift card.

Congratulations to Rebecca Moore for e-mailing the correct answers to the last crossword puzzle.

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Prioritizing passions hangs heavy Choosing between college athletics and future career paths is not easy to do and can cause questions and anger Where is the line drawn between a student and an athlete?

With 18 athletic teams at Otterbein, a vast number of students probably ask themselves this question each year.

Between umpteen conditioning and lifting sessions, practices, BRITANY BYERS games and team get-togethers, it’s easy to let school fall by the wayside. And for those who stay on top of their grades and commit themselves to their sport, it becomes a juggling act to perform well in both areas.

The weekdays and weekends begin to blend together because you’re in constant motion. This routine can be stressful and can take its toll.

With a new softball coach asking for complete dedication and a job market forcing me to be more involved before I graduate, I found myself unable to fully commit myself to both passions.

Softball has taught me valuable life lessons that have made me successful in school and life.

Being a team member looks great on a résumé, but internships and relevant work experience are more likely to help me stand out in a pile of applicants.

I didn’t mind the workouts, practices, bus rides and games. I didn’t mind the commitment; I loved it.

I would give anything to make the days 34 hours long so that I had enough time to juggle school, work and ball.

But with a healing leg injury and a required internship lingering on my degree audit, I decided to make the call: I was not going to be an Otterbein College softball player any longer.

It undoubtedly was one of the hardest decisions I’ve made in my life. Walking into my coach’s office to tell her I’ve decided to focus on my career and would not be returning weighed heavy on my shoulders for days.

I wondered what my coach and my teammates would think.

I had so many fears and unanswered questions. What if I quit softball and then don’t get more involved? Will I regret this? Can I really walk away?

I didn’t want to be perceived as a quitter. But in reality, that’s what I was doing.

Well, turns out I’ve had an internship and landed two jobs.

These positions have provided me with a large amount of experience, or at least some peace of mind.

But at what expense? I often find myself thinking, “I miss those girls, I miss that field, the dirt, the sweat and the game.”

Toughest yet was going to one of the home OC softball games.

For the student-athletes at Otterbein, or anywhere for that matter, I take my hat off to you.

It looks like from now on it’s going to be newspapers and slow-pitch softball for me, and I’ve come to terms with that.

Well, sort of. t&c BRITANY BYERS IS A JUNIOR JOURNALISM MAJOR AND IS THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF OF THE t&c.

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JOURNALISM MAJOR AND IS THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF OF THE t&c.

PHOTO BY GREG BEERS

TOO MUCH TO JUGGLE:

Former Otterbein outfielder Britany Byers stays with a fly ball during a game her freshman year. Recently Byers has hung up her cleats in order to pursue various academic opportunities.

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BY BRITTNI PEARSON, JORDAN LABATTE AND MATT BECKETT Contributing Writers

Every four years, 32 nations come together to showcase their soccer talents and love for their countries at the biggest sporting event on the planet.

When the teams take the field on June 11, their physical and mental fitness will be tested.

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United States fans celebrate a goal against Turkey during an exhibition game in Philadelphia. The team will begin its World Cup play June 12.

So how are teams preparing for this tournament?

For the United States Men’s National Team, the road to World Cup glory will be rigorous.

The team has already competed in multiple exhibition games in order to prepare.

After losing 4-2 to the Czech Republic on May 25 in their first warm-up action, the U.S. beat Turkey 2-1 last weekend.

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According to head coach Bob Bradley, these games are never taken lightly.

Exhibitions are scheduled in advance between nations to test team chemistry, strategy and provide a stage for players to prove they have what it takes to make the final 23-man roster that will travel to South Africa.

Before the games, Bradley, who has been looked at as the team’s second choice to coach the U.S., was pleased to get two quality opponents in preparation for the World Cup. Bradley was selected to coach the team after Jurgen Klinsmann took his name out of the running.

Columbus Crew midfielder and New Zealand native, Duncan Oughton, competed in last year’s Confederations Cup, the warm-up tourney that is played in the host nation the summer prior to the World Cup. He agreed with Bradley about the importance of the exhibition games.

“It’s huge, we have got guys all over so we don’t have the chance to get together,” Oughton said. “These are really important for us.”

He also made it clear that the exhibition games can be very important for the fitness of the team.

“We play these games to get fit because match fitness is so

different than the training you do in practice. The only way to get match ready is to play games,” Oughton said.

Ready or not, the 32 nations will start to compete in eight days. Before the bracket is formed, the teams will compete in group play to determine who advances on. Two teams will emerge from each group and two will be sent home.

The United States has been paired with England, Algeria and Slovenia in group B. This is only the third World Cup that Algeria will participate in and only Slovenia’s second appearance.

Among the other seven groups, labeled letters A-H, there are a few teams who are expected to make a strong push.

Italy, Brazil and Spain representing groups F, G and H respectively have been considered favorites with Brazil and Spain getting the most attention.

Spain is expected to do well despite never finishing better than fourth in a World Cup. Brazil has made it to the championship game three out of the last four World Cups, winning it in ‘94 and ‘02.

If the U.S. wants to make it out of the first round, something they failed to do in 2006, they will have to take care of business starting June 12 when they take on England. t&c

A guide to World Cup slang

Assist: the pass or passes which immediately precede a goal Clear: to kick the ball away from one’s goal Deflection: the ricochet of a ball after it hits a player

Draw: a game that ends with a tied score Drop kick: when a goalie drops the ball from his hands and kicks it just after it hits the ground Far post: the goalpost farthest from the ball Hacking: kicking an opponent’s legs Push pass: when a player

pushes the ball with the inside of his foot to a teammate

Possession: control of the ball

Square pass: a pass made by a

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player to a teammate running alongside him An article with

Editor’s parkour enthusiast Note and Otterbein

junior Theodore Gorman is at www. otterbein360.com.

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