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APSU to assist with Houston rebuild on service trip

HARVAE HEROD NEWS EDITOR

Hurricane Harvey was a Category 4 hurricane that came ashore and put the city of Houston, Texas and surrounding areas under water . The storm dropped as much as 50 inches of rain in some places. It is the first storm of this strength to make landfall since 2004. After the storm made landfall, it lingered over Texas for several days before moving on.

The remnants of the storm made for heavy rain in Mississippi, Alabama, Kentucky, Indiana, North Carolina and Tennessee. Clarksville saw flooding in some places due to the heavy rain, including Dunbar Cave Road and Liberty Park. Thousands of customers were without power, and Clarksville Montgomery County School System canceled school for students due to the weather.

Now that the storm has passed clean-up must begin. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott estimated that the storm caused approximately $180 billion in damage.

APSU’s Center for Service-Learning & Community Engagement is making plans for an Alternative Break Trip to Texas over Spring Break 2018.

“We will join in on the rebuilding efforts where they are at the time. We usually send 10 people on Alternative Break Trips because of transportation limitations, but if this is a popular trip, we will look into raising the number of students we take,” Jamie Pack, the Coordinator of the Center for ServiceLearning & Community Engagement, said. “When it comes to disaster response, we like to send students to be part of the long-term efforts to rebuild. I think it is important to highlight that the disaster does not end when the waters recede or when the headlines change to the next newsworthy thing.”

Pack wants to remind readers that it takes time for cities to plan the rebuild effort. By the time the city is ready to begin first responders have moved on.

The Alternative Break Trips give students a glimpse of how long a natural disaster impacts a community.

For example, one of the Fall Break trips

A garage sale sign stands in a pile of debris damaged by floodwaters in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey Sunday, Sept. 3 in Spring, Texas. DAVID J. PHILLIP| ASSOCIATED PRESS

this year is to Gatlinburg in response to the wildfires that ripped through East Tennessee last year.

The Center for Service-Learning &

Community Engagement is located on campus at 322 Home Avenue. They can be found online at www.apsu.edu in the A-Z index under Volunteer.

THE GOV RUN APSU students participate in revamping of the Gov Run on the Intramural Field during Freshmen APEX weekend Sunday, Aug. 27. JEFFERY HOOPER | STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER STORM BROOKS

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APSU welcomed students back to campus for the fall semester during events last week. For the freshman class, this meant all sorts of exciting events, from free pancakes and barbecue, to the involvement fair and the Gov Run. Four years ago the first annual Gov Run was put on by the APSU Alumni Relations office. It was canceled due to financial reasons after Fall 2015. Now, the Gov Run is back for Fall 2017.

Associate Dean of Students and Director of Student Life and Engagement Victor Felts said he is happy to be able to help bring this event back.

“We are happy to bring this APSU tradition back to campus,” Felts said.

“Especially for the incoming freshman class.”

The Gov Run, which was the last welcome back event of the week, took place on Aug. 27 during APEX weekend. APSU Student Life and Engagement, Student Government

Association and the Student Alumni Association sponsored the event.

Students gathered on the Intramural Field and ran a one-mile route around campus. Along the way, participants were sprayed with colorful paint from various student-organizationsponsored paint stations.

The finale to the Gov Run was a color drop. Students were handed packets of dry chalk-like powder, gathered into one place then sprayed with paint and told to rip open their color packets.

The powder went everywhere, and the paint helped the powder stick to people’s hair and clothes. It was a colorful mess.

One student, Jacob Roberts, said that while he was excited for classes to start, a part of him wished he could just go back and relive this week again.

He was not the only freshman to share this feeling. Taylor Hoffman also wished that she could go back in time rather than start classes.

Between all of the free food, the concert and the Govs Run, there is no doubt that the freshmen had an exciting welcome to their new school.

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WNDAACC Peay Soup event rocks the plaza for welcome back MAHALIA SMITH & ASHLEY THOMPSON Students gathered in the MUC plaza for food, music and entertainment at Peay Soup on the plaza on Aug. 29.

Students enjoyed free food from Smoque Signals food truck and free T-shirts from the Wilbur N. Daniel African American Cultural Center.

“Peay Soup is just an opportunity for new and returning students to get to know each other. We want it to be a social event,” said Marcelius Braxton, director of the WNDAACC. Peay Soup is an annual event hosted by the WNDAACC. It started several years ago, and the center plans for it to stay constant in the future.

Peay Soup changes slightly from year to year. For a few years now, it has been an open mic night. Some students choose to show their rapping skills while others take the opportunity to dance on stage with friends.

“It is a fun chance for students to get on stage and showcase their talents and really come together to appreciate each other’s talents,” freshman social work major Olivia Patrick said. “We definitely hope students can learn more about the center as well.”

Students seemed to enjoy the event as they danced along to the music

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and chatted with their friends. Many enthusiastic students even danced on tables.

“The students usually really love it,” Braxton said. “When you hear Peay Soup you always know what it is about.”

Deja Moulden, freshman education major, said she was excited for the event.

“I think the center is very important to have available on campus,” Moulden said. “I definitely wouldn’t show off any talents, but I am excited for the free stuff and other performances.”

Other students such as Taylor Freeze, sophomore biology major, knew little about the event at first.

“I am excited to get a free shirt and see fun performances. I did not know much about the WNDAAC but have learned a lot more from this event,” Freeze said.

Freshman Destiny Campbell agreed, noting the range of students in the crowd.

“I came here to meet new people and to be in a better environment,” Campbell said. “It’s so diverse, and that’s what I like.”

Peay Soup is one of the first events that the WNDAACC hosts for the school year in the hopes that it will raise interest in the center and encourage students to get involved. It is also an important constant in student’s lives during their college careers.

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Students enjoy free food from Smoque Signals food truck and free T-shirts from the WNDAACC. BRYAN SMITH | STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

ACT NO. 20 APSU’s student trustee may not serve on SGA. Passed RESOLUTION NO. 35 Requests a username and password login for the Pharos printing system.

Passed RESOLUTION NO. 36 Voice SGA support for the Spirit Rock committee.

Passed RESOLUTION NO. 37 Asks the APSU student trustee to attend SGA meetings and give a full report on the actions of the APSU Board of Trustees.

Passed RESOLUTION NO. 38 Requests to add dog stations to all trash bins around campus for service dogs.

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Around 3:00 a.m. on Aug. 31, the new APSU Spirit Rock was found vandalized with the words “F—k KA” written along the side.

Members of Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity worked to cover the profanity.

Assistant Executive Director for Advancement and Editor of The Kappa Alpha Journal Jesse S. Lyons said Kappa Alpha Order was thankful for the members of AGR. “We have spoken with our chapter. We want to thank our friends with Alpha Gamma Rho for painting over the vulgar comment made in connection with our organization as an apparent prank in painting the spirit rock. We know this is not indicative of the APSU community

ACT NO. 18 Change SGA rules to require only one piece of legislation from each senator per academic year, instead of one per semester.

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RESOLUTION NO. 40 Add more recycle bins in the Kimbrough building.

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RESOLUTION NO. 39 Requests free access to the Foy Fitness Center for all students during the summer.

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nor is it the intent of the University’s installation of the Spirit Rock. We wish everyone good luck with the beginning of school, and we wish our fellow Greeks good luck in recruitment.”

President of the Student Organization Council, Ari Ruiz made a comment about the incident.

“I was disappointed to hear about the Spirit Rock,” Ruiz said. “However, I sincerely thank the gentlemen who took it upon themselves to cover up the message.

This is the type of student ownership I am most proud to see.”

According to an email sent from PeayLink, the Spirit Rock was unveiled by SOC and Student Life and Engagement via Facebook Live on Monday, Aug. 28. The

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200 million-year-old piece of limestone was placed on campus as a donation from Vulcan Materials Company to provide a creative outlet for students and to show, “Peay Pride.”

“I want everyone to know that SOC’s intention for the rock is to create a positive space for APSU students and departments to promote themselves and showcase events on campus,” Ruiz said.

Many students took to various social media platforms to voice their opinions about the defacement of the rock.

“There has been no change to the Spirit Rock guidelines at this point,” said Ruiz.

“If you have any concerns, please feel free to talk to us located in the Office of Student Life and Engagement.”

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PERSPECTIVES

IT STILL HURTS

JOE PALMER | MULTIMEDIA EDITOR

Microaggressions are painful to the marginalized communities around us MAYSIN JOHNSON STAFF WRITER MJOHNSON101@MY.APSU.EDU

As a society, we must be conscious of our words and actions. With education comes the ability to place yourself in someone else’s shoes and the rationale to understand why words are harmful An innocent comment about your Asian friend always succeeding in math courses, a quick joke to your African-American peer about her voice not sounding “black”, a stunned look on your face when your MexicanAmerican friend reveals she does not speak Spanish, and when your new acquaintance reveals her sexual orientation, but you are confused because she is way too pretty to be gay

and voice this concern are all “normal” occurrences, right? It is normal for someone to see a person of color and ask "What are you?" as if they are anything but human.

These interactions are called microaggressions. Webster’s dictionary defines a microaggression as “a comment or action that subtly and often unconsciously expresses a prejudiced attitude toward a member of a marginalized group.”

Although these quick conversations happen every day, the target has an immediate internal decision: whether to address the naive aggressor or give out yet another pass. The choice the victim makes has an impact on their mental state, and over time this reoccurring, inescapable pattern takes a toll on them.

Some may argue that the perpetrator means no harm, but ignorance cannot

be used as an excuse. Microaggressions are still a form of decimation, even if the instigator is not wearing a white gown, carrying a torch and spewing vulgar terms. Someone is behaving in a certain manner based solely off preconceptions or invalid stereotypes, and this leads to damaging situations for the person

“Some may argue that the perpetrator means no harm, but ignorance cannot be used as an excuse.

Microaggressions are still a form of decimation..."

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being targeted.

This hidden view of the aggressor adds an extra layer of complexity when trying to educate the bewildered, and is a reason why most victims choose silence. Speaking up comes with the fear of being looked at as oversensitive

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or finicky. Rather than run into another uncomfortable situation while explaining how the situation is racist, sexist or discriminatory, the victim saves themselves from added stress and does not speak up. They must pretend they think as little of it as the average person, or their opinion is considered a sign they are over-thinking it.

As time passes, this feeling of being misunderstood and forcibly hushed opens the door for depression, self-hate and in the worst case scenarios, selfharm. It is a situation that cannot be won. The victim speaks and is put down even more, or the victim chooses not to say anything, and the undesirable behavior continues. They internalize the words because they cannot avoid or deflect them.

How can this torture be stopped?

Understand that your viewpoints can be flawed. Work to find the facts, not just information that backs up what you already believe to be true. Most importantly, seek education that can help you better understand how microaggression affects society.

Every musical artist does not have to make political pieces to be polite JILLIAN FEREBEE STAFF WRITER JILLEVE31.25@GMAIL.COM

Do you stand for what you believe in, or stand for the peer pressure to believe in something? Individuals of every social class are asked to put their views on political issues out and into the public eye. Too many celebrities are scrutinized for the sole act of not sharing this part of their life through their career.

Celebrities, whether they be

“Do you stand for what you believe in, or stand for the peer pressure to believe in something?"

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musicians, actors or models, are in the media for entertainment purposes and should not be held responsible for acting upon the recent issues that fall back to social and political awareness in the modern day.

Musicians that placed political views into their songs include but are not limited to The Kinks, Green Day, Kid Rock and Pink Floyd. Although these

artists made the decision to speak out, it does not mean they should set the standard of music and songs for all time to come.

Musician Taylor Swift is caught redhanded in an identity crisis with her newly-cleaned Instagram and her vocal change in the recently released single "Look What You Made Me Do." The song is a fun, upbeat hit, yet it is receiving hate for more than the content she let out.

Taylor is shamed on media sites for the lack of political debate in her latest music because she is thought to be one of the most heavily influential artists today. Although she has a sizable fanbase she should not be deemed an expert on the political problems that stem from our societal views that must be heard.

For generations artists have used their music to share views that they feel passionate about, but they should not be held responsible for making their vocal careers closely related to the political world. With political issues on a rise with troops getting sent back overseas and racist slurs being made nationwide, we cannot expect all celebrities to find the need to speak on other people’s behalves.

Asking an artist to share their views on political matters in their work is like asking a politician to reference music; their music taste is free for them to share, but they do not need quotes

from their favorite artists in all of their political speeches.

“With political issues on a rise...we cannot expect all celebrities to find the need to speak on other people's behalves.”

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This does not mean artists should not be allowed to share the political opinions that are close to them. Many celebrities understand their media presence and use it to help build a backing for their chosen causes.

Modern songs have the ability to be outstanding without holding true meaning in the face of real-world problems. Artists for years have been able to have long-lasting careers without the influence of politics. As a nation we will continue enjoying and loving all kinds of music that are created.

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Houston ‘open for business’ in spite of recent hurricane disaster Days after hurricane Harvey hits Texas coast, city still recovering from major damages, getting on its feet again ASSOCIATED PRESS

HOUSTON (AP) — Houston’s mayor insists that America’s fourth-largest city is “open for business,” but with areas under water, people not yet in their homes, and billions in damage to repair, major disasters that Harvey created are by no means resolved.

Mayor Sylvester Turner said much of the city was hoping to get back on track after Labor Day. “Anyone who was planning on a conference or a convention or a sporting event or a concert coming to this city, you can still come,” he told CBS. “We can do multiple things at the same time.”

One worry, of further explosions at a damaged chemical plant, eased after officials carried out a controlled burn Sunday evening of highly unstable compounds at the Arkema plant in Crosby. Three trailers had previously caught fire after Harvey’s floodwaters knocked out generators.

Authorities said they would keep monitoring the air, and people living within a mile and a half (2.4 kilometers) of the site outside Houston are still evacuated. But floodwaters also have inundated at least five toxic waste Superfund sites near Houston and some may be damaged, though Environmental Protection Agency officials have yet to assess the full extent of what occurred.

“We would hope that the EPA would be on the ground now to take a look at those Superfund sites, to make sure that contamination is contained and limited.”

SYLVESTER TURNER MAYOR OF HOUSTON Texas Gov. Greg Abbott told CNN the EPA is “working on some of them already,” but “they have restraints on their ability to check out some of them just simply because of the water.”

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A film of many surprises, fun Annabelle hosts fun plot, scares JUNO VON PALKO CONTRIBUTING WRITER LVONPALKO1@MY.APSU.EDU

If there is any film series I never expected to find interest in, it would be the “Conjuring” cinematic universe.

At first glance, I found the series to be cliché and embellished to the point of rendering their “true story” tag-line pointless. However, I unexpectedly decided to see this film, and to my surprise, there were some old-fashioned frights to be found.

Annabelle: Creation is a prequel to Annabelle, a film that expands on the origins of the haunted doll. Samuel and Esther Mullins provide refuge for six young orphans, along with their caretaker, Sister Charlotte, twelve years after a tragic accident. Out of the six girls, the film primarily focuses on Janice and Linda. Janice is crippled by polio and thus an outsider amongst the girls, relying on Linda as her only friend. Against Samuel’s wishes, Janice enters his deceased daughter’s room one night, and she unwittingly unleashes Annabelle’s curse. Soon, the occupants of the Mullins home have one scary encounter with her spirit and various others, and as Janice becomes the victim of demonic possession, a dark family secret reveals Annabelle’s true

“A major gripe I have about horror films nowadays is their mechanical execution of jump scares. There is a premeditated formula to executing scares a lot of filmmakers have beaten to death.”

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The Foy Fitness Center is not just a place for athletes to prep for the big game.

Students from several organizations and different parts of the Clarksville community make the Foy a part of their weekly routine.

With the cost of attendance at APSU comes some lesser known perks. One of which is an entire fitness and recreational center on campus being completely free to all students. The center houses areas where students can work out, eat, swim, play, relax, congregate and escape from the stresses of the college environment as the building itself is clean, organized and surprisingly peaceful. When asked about the center, Carmen, a freshman and forensics major, described the ambiance as inviting.

“Today is my first day here, and I can already see myself bringing friends over in between classes,” Carmen said, having arrived at the center with her friend Natalie, a freshman classics major. The two freshman wandered around the See FOY on page 6

intentions.

A major gripe I have about horror films nowadays is their mechanical execution of jump scares. There is a premeditated formula to executing scares a lot of filmmakers have beaten to death. Start the story with several fake-outs, produce a creepier atmosphere several scenes later, have the music swell to indicate that tension is building, and just as the audience believes the character has subverted a nasty encounter, cue the loud noise and sudden, frightening visuals. When executed poorly, it comes across as condescending to the audience. It is as though the director doubts their audience’s ability to decipher scares through subtle cues and feels the need to provide training wheels.

Annabelle: Creation suffered from that mistake several times, but there was still a lot of rousing scares to offset the execution. For every moment that seemed forced, there were at least three more that helped me remain invested. Not only that, but the cinematography was slick (save for a few awkward transitions), and the sound design helped accentuate the eerie environment. While this results in an presentation, it was an engaging one nonetheless.

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“The story was the strongest part of the film, especially with regards to the Mullins’ backstory and Janice and Linda’s friendship. The emotion conveyed by the characters [...] felt more like a tragedy than a horror story.”

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water hadn’t been affected by the storm, but told CBS, “We would hope that the EPA would be on the ground now to take a look at those Superfund sites, to make sure that contamination is contained and limited.”

Other issues across the region: too much water still in houses, but no water to drink.

Utility crews went door-to-door Sunday shutting off power and warning those still in some waterlogged homes in western parts of the city that more flooding was possible — not from rain, but from releases of water from overtaxed reservoirs.

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The center has the ability to bring together both nontraditional and traditional students in a way that the classroom cannot: voluntarily.

John Johnson, a 28-year-old education major, had just come out of a “two-hour” workout.

“You can find me here every day. I make sure to take advantage of this great opportunity here on campus” Johnson said. “Working out clears my head, and keeps me energized.” John lifts weights alongside younger and older students on campus.

Similarly, Abby Brown, a junior agricultural major, finds the fitness center in particular to be “a great escape”

Harvey slammed into Texas on Aug. 25 as a Category 4 hurricane, but brought the worst flooding to Houston and other areas as a tropical storm. The rain totaled nearly 52 inches (1.3 meters) in some spots, and the storm is blamed for at least 44 deaths.

In other storm-ravaged neighborhoods, people worried about thefts.

Police in the southwest Bellaire neighborhood received reports of scavengers picking through waterdamaged possessions and urged those cleaning up to keep anything left outside to dry closer to their homes and separate from what was considered a total loss. In the suburb of Dickinson, one homeowner used orange spray paint on a sheet of dirty plywood to warn: “Looters Will B

as she frequents the Foy with several friends at least three times a week.

Perhaps the icing on the cake is the pleasant and welcoming faculty and staff in the building; Tajh Pahman, freshman undecided major, initially had trouble passing the security system in place for the safety of everyone inside, ensuring that only accepted students at APSU could enter with valid identification.

A patient and friendly employee was guiding him through every step of the way, who said he was not the first student to see difficulties in trying to get inside.

The Foy Fitness and Recreational Center provided by APSU includes many opportunities for its students, both residing on and commuting to campus.

From the scenery, to the machinery, every student is expected to enjoy themselves.

Whether it is by themselves or with friends is up to them.

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The story was the strongest part of the film, especially with regards to the Mullins’ backstory and Janice and Linda’s friendship. The emotion conveyed by the characters was so strong, it felt like more of a tragedy than a horror story at times. The film hosted a strong cast, particularly Talitha Bateman as Janice and Lulu Wilson as

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Meanwhile, repairs continued on the water treatment plant in Beaumont, about 85 miles (140 kilometers) from Houston, which failed after the swollen Neches River inundated the main intake system and backup pumps halted. And outside the town of Liberty, about 45 miles (70 kilometers) from Houston, dozens of people were still cut off by the swollen Trinity River. A Texas National Guard helicopter landed at the local fire department with pallets of drinking water.

President Donald Trump has asked Congress for a $7.9 billion down payment toward Harvey relief and recovery efforts.

Abbott suggested the cost of recovery could be as much as $180 billion.

Thousands of Houston dwellings were under mandatory evacuation orders, though about 300 people were thought to be refusing to leave.

People briefly returned Sunday to some homes in the area, which included brick two-story and ranch homes bordering Buffalo Bayou, to try to salvage valuables.

More than a week since the storm hit, the 4 feet (1.2 meters) of water in her parents’ home had receded just a foot (3o centimeters), said Karen Mace. She was trying to retrieve family photos from the one-story ranch her parents built and have lived in for 56 years, which backs up to Buffalo Bayou.

“It came up fast. They had to get out by canoe,” Mace said, adding they thought the home would have to be demolished.

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Their chemistry was the heart of the plot, and they communicated the way real children would.

The film bookended with the beginning of Annabelle and the postcredits sequence hinted at what is to come from the next installment in the Conjuring universe, The Nun. Had I known this before I went into the film, I would not have been so confused.

I will have to watch more films in the series to understand the ending better.

Considering this was my introduction to this cinematic universe, it looks like it will be an enjoyable thrill ride.

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SPORTS

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Football falls short in season opener Despite a valiant effort football lost their season opener 26-14 in Cincinnati Riley Grubbs Staff Writer

APSU football opened their season on the road Thursday Aug. 31, traveling to Nippert Stadium to square off against the Cincinnati Bearcats, falling short of an upset, 26-14.

APSU entered the game predicted to fall by at least 45 points. However, the game was decided in the final minutes.

The Govs out-gained Cincinnati in yards 313-248. This is the first time the Govs recorded more yards than their oppositions since Nov. 5, 2016.

APSU did this while holding the ball 15 minutes longer than Cincinnati.

Neither team surrendered a single point in the first quarter. The defense pinned their ears back, holding the Bearcats to only 16 yards in the first quarter. APSU’s offense forced the ball into enemy territory but failed to score after losing a fumble.

After receiving a punt, the Bearcat offense set up shop near midfield on their first possession of the second quarter. The drive ended in a score, capped off by a Hayden Moore touchdown pass to Thomas Geddis. The extra point created a 7-0 deficit.

APSU marched down the field on a touchdown drive of their own, assisted by a couple of Bearcat penalties.

The drive ended in a touchdown, as JaVaughn Craig connected with Kentel Williams through the air for APSU’s first touchdown of the season.

Later on in the second quarter, the Bearcats regained the lead as Moore once again reached the end zone through the air, this time finding Kahlil Lewis.

APSU took the field trailing 14-7 with two minutes left in the first half. The offense drove down to the Bearcat’s two-yard line, however the half ended with an interception.

APSU proved that the first half was no fluke, as the close contest continued into the third quarter. Each team continued to play outstanding defense, as neither team gave up points until 12 minutes into the third.

Moore and the Bearcats capped off an eight-play drive, hitting Tyler Cogswell for a six-yard touchdown. The extra point missed as the ball bounced off of the post, Cincinnati led 20-7.

APSU answered back on a methodical 13-play touchdown drive, and ended with an 11-yard scoring run by Josh Alexander. After securing the extra point, the score was 20-14 in favor of the Bearcats.

Later on, the Bearcats scored the touchdown that would secure their victory, as Mike Boone ran the ball five times for 42 yards on the drive, punching it in on a three-yard scamper.

The Bearcats threw an incompletion on the two-point conversion, resulting in a 26-14 lead.

APSU worked the ball down to goalto-go territory, but turned the ball over on downs, effectively ending the game.

JaVaughn Craig led the team in total yards, throwing for 155 yards, one touchdown and one interception.

Craig finished with 92 yards on the ground. Kentel Williams finished with 40 yards on the ground, and led the team in receiving with 34 yards and a touchdown.

APSU travels to Oxford, Ohio, on Sept. 9, to play Miami (OH).

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JaVaughn Craig pushes off a Tennessee State tackler in a 41-40 home loss on Nov. 5, 2016. | THE ALL STATE

Volleyball wins Blazer Invitational Allison Williams Senior Staff Writer

APSU Govs volleyball team (6-1) traveled to Birmingham, Alabama, to compete in the Blazer Invitational starting on Friday, Sept. 1.

The Lady Govs recorded three wins in the tournament against Georgia State (25-23, 27-25, 17-25, 23-25, 1513), Alabama at Birmingham (25-20, 22-25, 32-30, 25-17) and Western Illinois (25-12, 25-15, 25-17).

According to letsgopeay.com, the Govs took the first two sets from Georgia State; however, the second set was pushed into overtime.

When the Panthers rallied back, Georgia State was able to win the third and fourth sets, which led to the tie breaking fifth.

APSU took a 10-7 lead, but the Panthers fought back after a kill from Sydney Stroud put Georgia State ahead at 12-13.

On the other side of the ball, APSU senior Ashley Slay had two kills that gave the Govs an advantage. A service ace from senior Allie O’Reilly end the set and secured the win for APSU. The Govs then faced the host of the tournament, UAB. In this fourset victory, Slay had a 27-kill outing,

which was one of the best in program history.

Another standout was freshman Brooke Moore, who had a 14-kill performance. Moore stood out by not committing a single error on her final 25 swings against UAB. The Govs final opponent of the weekend was Western Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 2. APSU took the win in three sets (25-12, 25-15, 25-17).

The win put the Lady Govs at 3-0 for the weekend and allowed them to win the Blazer Invitational. Slay, Kristen Stucker and Christina White were all named to the all-tournament team.

White stood out against Western Illinois with an impressive offensive performance of 15 kills and a .414 attack percentage.

The successful weekend boosts volleyball to a 6-1 record in their first seven games. That is the best start for the volleyball program since the 2010 season started with a 10-1 run.

Amongst those six wins includes a win over the Missouri Tigers, who were ranked at the time of the game.

The Govs next tournament is the Ole Miss Classic in Oxford, Miss. On Thursday, Sept. 7 , APSU will take on Ole Miss (4-3) at 7 p.m.

TOP: Stucker sets up a play in the 2016 season.| THE ALL STATE BOTTOM: Stucker, Slay and White named to All Tournament Team Joesph A. Palmer | Multimedia Editor

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OVC Standings FOOTBALL

SOCCER

VOLLEYBALL

1ST

JACKSONVILLE ST.

MURRAY ST.

BELMONT

2ND

UT MARTIN

SOUTHEAST MISSOURI

APSU

3RD

TENNESSEE ST.

TENNESSEE TECH

SIUE

4TH

UT MARTIN

MURRAY ST.

5TH

EASTERN ILLINOIS EASTERN KENTUCKY

JACKSONVILLE ST.

EASTERN KENTUCKY

6TH

TENNESSEE TECH

MOREHEAD ST.

JACKSONVILLE ST.

7TH

SOUTHEAST MISSOURI

APSU*

MOREHEAD ST.

8TH

MURRAY ST.

SIUE*

TENNESSEE ST.

9TH

APSU

BELMONT

SOUTHEAST MISSOURI

EASTERN KENTUCKY EASTERN ILLINOIS

10TH 11TH 12TH

TENNESSEE TECH EASTERN ILLINOIS UT MARTIN *=TIE

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UPCOMING GOVS GAMES Thursday, September 7 Volleyball @ Ole Miss Friday, September 8 Soccer vs Mississippi Valley St. Volleyball vs Mercer, Northwestern St. Saturday, September 9 Football @ Miami (OH) Sunday, September 10 Soccer vs Little Rock Golf @ Myrtle Beach

PLAYER OF THE WEEK Ashley Slay

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Senior Middle Blocker Ensworth School Nashville, TN

Slay was everything you would want in a senior captain this past week.

While leading the Govs to a 2017 Blazer Invitational, Slay recorded double-digits in the kills category for all three games that APSU played over the weekend.

Slay record 27 kills against UAB. That was the most recorded by a Gov in five years, and the 9th most all-time.