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Volume 22
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F R E E DECEMBER 14, 2009
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“No one is free while others are oppressed”
-Martin Luther King Jr.
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SHANNON MORGAN Editor in Chief
ome people have the privilege to pick up the newspaper and read a sentence like “Once you go black, we don’t want you back,” and think, “that’s silly” then walk away. Others read it and rightfully feel targeted, attacked, unsafe and segregated. More than 200 people took part in the Hands Across Campus Rally (HACR) Friday in response to the series of homophobic and racist fliers that were distributed on campus and illegally inserted into copies of The Arbiter. In the short span of 24 hours, a coalition of students, faculty and staff organized HACR. In 30 minutes the coalition collected 305 signatures on the Hands Across Campus Solidarity Statement. Every hour since, I receive an average of 10 e-mails from individuals wishing to electronically sign. In the hours since HACR, I’ve also had some folks ask, “Why have a rally?” For some, it was to stand against racism and homophobia. For others it was against hate, oppression and intolerance or to send a message to the people who made the fliers. For me HACR was a way to let folks in the groups that the flier targeted know
that there are a lot of people who accept them and want them to feel safe, not only on campus, but in our community. Because of the veil of anonymity the perpetrators of the hate speech enjoy, the people they targeted were forced to look around and wonder, “Did one of my classmates or colleagues do this? Is this how everyone feels? Am I safe here?” That is unacceptable. That is a reason to rally. I never expected HACR would change the minds of the folks who made the fliers. I am not audacious enough to think a rally will scare them, or entice them to shed their anonymity and engage in reasoned discourse about the differences in our worldviews. Hands Across Campus was a chance to say, “What this flier says is not OK. It does not represent our university, this state or the values of this country.” The rally was a chance to shine a light on the power of having conviction in your ideas. The rally was a chance to publicly show that our support for diversity and tolerance is not just something we say, but something we are willing to take action to protect. We must not work to silence or intimidate those who are different than us, but instead engage in
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Letter to the editor:
Response to the hate-fliers
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will not tolerate hate on BSU’s campus. I will stand for unity, and reconciliation! It’s time to move forward! The flyer was very hurtful and upsetting, however the best way to fight this hate is to create positive responses. The best thing for me to do, as a black woman on campus, is to promote more so of a positive image of my group. Using statistics on such a serious issue such as AIDS was a true low blow! AIDS/HIV is real and serious! It’s a human disease, it’s not about race. The association of AIDS/HIV as being a black disease and stating that “blacks are walking STD factories, was extremely insulting: not all blacks are sexually active. The tactics used were immoral and unjust. The underlining hate that has been illuminated makes me cry out more for us as a
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Bill provides funding for Fiesta Bowl travel KIM KING Journalist
Sens. Chase Johnson and Chris Russell are drafting a bill asking for $15,000 to give eligible students safe transportation to the Fiesta Bowl when the Broncos play Texas Christian University Jan. 4. The money is designated for renting tour buses, bus drivers and hotel rooms. It will provide a discount of 50 percent to the first 100 participating students, decreasing the estimated cost from $300 to $150.
According to Johnson, a travel package has been created by a local bus company. “Chris Russell and I approached Brad Larrondo in the athletic department to see what kind of possibilities were out there,” he said. “I am quite confident this would be the cheapest travel option for anyone going to the game.” Treasure Valley Tours is providing 19 chartered buses. Activities include a stop in Las Vegas, live streaming video, former football players and the consumption of alcohol while en route.
“We are considering allowing drinking on the bus if insurable and financially practical,” said sales manager Chad Hanes. “But there will be quiet non-alcoholic buses available.” Hanes said the company is in the process of negotiating with casinos in Las Vegas. “We want to see what perks they will offer to a tour company bringing in 1200 visitors,” he said. The proposed bill also includes extra perks. Participating students will receive discounted Boise
State paraphernalia from the book store and discounted tailgate options before the Fiesta Bowl. Johnson said after analyzing the ASBSU budget and speaking with university officials, he discovered excess money available for immediate spending. “This puts ASBSU in a unique position to offer services and programs previously unavailable or not possible,” he said. “I figured that helping subsidize a student bus to the Fiesta Bowl would be the right way to go.”
He said the goal of this legislation is threefold: offering students a safe alternative to car pooling, a cheap alternative to plane tickets and to show BCS there is interest and passion within the community. “I understand that there is hesitation from the student body, and staunch opposition in the senate, but there is support from the athletic department and the student affairs office,” Johnson said. “I think that if students were more aware about the dynamics of the AS-
BSU budget there would be more support.” He said student government offers many potential opportunities for the future. “We have a lot more to offer than chili on the quad, snacks during finals and new computers in our office,” he said. “The money is there, the plan is drawn up, the support is there. All we need is a go from the senate.” The senate will meet Tuesday at 4 p.m. in the SUB Forum. Students are encouraged to attend.
INTOLERANCE [News page 1] discussion with them. Having freedom comes with the responsibility of having to face the ugliness and imperfection in us all. Incidents of intolerance give us an opportunity to challenge our beliefs, uncover unexamined biases (which we all have) and scrutinize them. It requires us to dive into the complicated history behind our ideologies and into our nation’s roots in order to understand the challenges we face today. Overcoming racism, oppression, and intolerance is a daily pursuit. It requires persistence, dedication, and openness, as well as love, service and humility. The Hands Across Campus Rally was not the solution to the problem; it was a step in the right direction.
305 people signed the HACR Solidarity Statement: “An unauthorized group or individual placed a series of homophobic and racis fliers into some copies of The Arbiter and also distributed them on campus. Let us stand in solidarity with our campus community and the groups targeted by the hateful and oppressive messages in the fliers by affirming our commitment to the Boise State University Statement of Shared Values. We are proud to partner with our campus community in ensuring this is a safe and inclusive environment for everyone.”
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student body to be united and in solidarity. If we remain complacent this hate will progress. Racism affects everyone, we are a community, and we are our brother’s keeper. Racism exists; let’s stand against it! We, as a campus and even some community members have all publicly witnessed hate that is here. Many of us, me included have experienced blatant racism when alone. I shouldn’t have to walk around campus, “on guard” and watching my back for ignorant white boys who somehow worked up the nerve to taunt me and call me N-----. If you were oblivious to racism in Boise, then this is your wake up call. This hate flyer has publicly brought out racism that has been pushed under the covers for way too long. Now that we all have witnessed this hate, we need to stand, and continue standing until we get closure. I want to see employees, faculty, community members, the president of BSU, and the president of ASBSU get involved! This is not just a black problem, this is a BSU, and an Idaho problem. Let’s stop the Hate! Verdell Brookens is a junior majoring in sociology.
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Today’s Birthday (12/14/09) You will feel at cross-purposes at least once in the coming year. Follow your first impulse (unless it seems completely crazy), and then accept the outcome of whatever you do. The only way to test an idea may be to put it into action in a small way. Challenge your own ideas, then run with the great ones. To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.
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Broncos fight off resilient Bobcats
Athletics Calendar 11/19 - 12/2 *Home Events
Saturday, December 19 Women’s Basketball – Taco Bell Arena* 1:00 p.m. – Santa Clara Men’s Basketball – Taco Bell Arena* 3:15 p.m. – Houston Baptist
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Wrestling – Reno, Nevada All day – Tournament of Champions
Monday, December 21 Women’s Basketball – Taco Bell Arena* 6:00 p.m. – Seattle Men’s Basketball – Taco Bell Arena* 8:15 p.m. – Portland State
Wednesday, December 23 Men’s Basketball – Taco Bell Arena* 7:05 p.m. – Montana State
Tuesday, December 29 Men’s Basketball – Taco Bell Arena* 7:05 p.m. – Northwest Nazarene
Thursday, December 31 Women’s Basketball – Taco Bell Arena* 2 p.m. – Wyoming
Saturday, January 2 Men’s Basketball – Fresno, California 8:00 p.m. – Fresno State
The Toreros from San Diego University, missed their shot when it rolled out in an attempt to tie the game at 58 all. With players scrambled for the loose ball, BSU head coach Greg Graham called timeout thinking BSU had the ball and was granted the timeout by the referee. The problem for BSU was that no one had actual possession of the ball, which kept the Broncos from being awarded that timeout. The referee’s ruling was an inadvertent whistle. The possession arrow, pointing toward the Toreros, gave them the ball with eight seconds remaining. After the Toreros Brandon Johnson made both free throws, his team held a three point lead. BSU’s Anthony Thomas missed the last second three point shot giving San Diego the 59-56 victory. “There was a plan but when there’s that little time, if even a little thing goes wrong, it’s tough to get a shot up," BSU forward Paul Noonan said. “We tried to run a play but it got messed up and (Anthony Thomas) had to take a deep (shot).” Both teams started the game with poor shooting. The Broncos and the Toreros normally shoot over 40 percent a game. After the first half, the two teams combined, were
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La’Shard Anderson (24) goes up for a shot Saturday night against San Diego at Taco Bell Arena. Anderson scored 12 points for BSU. The Bronco lost to the Tereros 56-59. shooting 17-50 from the field. The Broncos also struggled from beyond the three-point
line. Coach Graham said that the three-point line hurt BSU again Saturday as they went
3-12 from the field.
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Steelheads defense holds on strong for win at home Courtesy Idaho Steelheads The Idaho Steelheads (194-2) held on tight late in the third period to clench the 2-1 victory over the Ontario Reign (10-12-3) Friday evening at Qwest Arena. Marty Flichel and John Swanson were able to place the puck in the net for the Steelheads. However, it would be an outstanding performance by the Steelheads’ defense late in the third period, that would secure their third win in December. The game began to an entertaining start when left wing, Adam Huxley and the Reign’s David Walker engaged in a fight in the first few seconds. Qwest Arena stood in awe as they watched the two players go at it. Not long after, at
3:48 in the first period, Flichel found the back of the net on a power play after receiving a pass from Matt McKnight. This goal would put the Steelheads on the board first with a 1-0 lead. At the 15:81 in the second period, a Steelhead goal that clearly crossed the goal line was called back on an early whistle. Some of the 3,478 fans in Qwest Arena immediately jumped to their feet in anger as they yelled and screamed chants that were indicating their resentment against the goal being called back by the referees. There was a brief deliberation, but the goal ultimately didn’t count. Less than a minute later, the Steelheads were able to put their second
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goal in the net when Swanson, who now has four goals on the season, framed the goal to score off a re-bound shot from Ashton Rome. Goalkeeper, Rejean Beauchemin was one of the Steelheads outstanding players on the evening along with Swanson and McNight. Beauchemin was able to stop most of the Reign’s scoring opportunities that came in the third period. Beauchemin had 16 stops on the evening. His biggest stop came at 12:22 when right wing, Brandan Kushniruk, was able to deflect a shot from the Reign and goalkeeper, Beachemin was able to make the save. After letting a two goal COURTESY/IDAHO STEELHEADS
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to you: Waiting is the hardest part BRITTNEY JOHNSON Community Manager
Flashback to 2008. You are watching the bowl announcement show and chances are that several of you are extremely disappointed, upset, confused and hurt when undefeated Boise State was left out of a BCS bowl. Soon after, the attitude changed to something more aggressive, “next year is Boise State’s year, and don’t worry because Kellen Moore will get the Broncos to a BCS bowl game.” Kellen Moore has delivered leading the Broncos. Even though the hope of Bronco Nation was answered one year after such disappointment, there is a new wish on every member of Bronco Nation’s letter to Santa Clause. Monday, Dec. 7 was the day the nation’s top passer was left off the invitation card to the 2009 Heisman Trophy Presentation. It’s certain that several members of Bronco Nation felt the same disappointment, confusion and hurt when Moore
was left out. Now the attitude for an entire year will be, “just wait until next year. That will be Moore’s year. He’ll get to New York.” On Saturday, Dec. 12 it was announced that Alabama’s Mark Ingram was the 2009 Heisman Trophy winner and Moore came in seventh with 10 first place votes. Ingram is a sophomore like Moore. Ingram is the only candidate ahead of Moore who is not a senior. This leaves the door wide open for several candidates next year and Moore will likely be high on all the watch lists before and during the season. If Moore can have an impressive outing at the Fiesta Bowl against a highly respected TCU defense, it’s almost certain that it would be enough for respect and a position atop many preseason Heisman watches. If the Broncos have an impressive outing Jan. 4, it’s more than likely they will be a pre-season top 10. Tom Petty and the Heartbreak’s famous “The Waiting” song says: Everyday you see one more card
Basketball [from page 04] Saturday’s game was a close contest from start to finish. The largest lead of 10 points early in the second half belonged to BSU. The two teams traded the lead 19 times over the entire game. “Once you get that lead, you try and keep your composure and maintain that lead,” BSU Guard La’Shard Anderson said. Anderson added that when
once in the lead, locking down on defense becomes more important to preserve the lead than offense does. For the Broncos, their record becomes 5-4 this season. This game is the start of a five game homestretch. “It’s not the way we want to start the homestretch,” Graham said. “We thought getting home would take care of (the win) but it doesn’t. You have to earn it; you don’t de-
You take it on faith You take it to the heart The waiting is the hardest part This should be the theme song for the Broncos and their fans. BSUseems to always be waiting, holding its breath whether it be to see if the Broncos get a BCS bowl or a player to New York. It’s the hardest part of Boise State football. Boise State has so much more than just a Fiesta Bowl victory to play for in Arizona. But, thankfully, the players and coaches take every game with such level heads and humility that the waiting and the anticipation won’t kill them. So Bronco Nation could learn from the famous lines, “don’t let it kill ya, don’t let it get to you,” and happily cheer on the Broncos and dream of the excitement to come. The waiting for the Fiesta Bowl kickoff is definitely the hardest part of the next month for College football. But once the waiting is over, the excitement for the 2010 season begins.
Steelheads [from page 04] serve anything. San Diego earned tonight and we didn’t.” The tough loss will have to sit for a while as the Broncos take a week off for finals. The Broncos will resume action Dec. 19 for the second game of a women’s and men’s basketball double-headers at 3:15 p.m. against Houston Baptist at Taco Bell Arena. The women face Santa Clara at 1 p.m. to open the double-header.
lead slip away at Wednesday night’s game, the Steelheads improved their performance and held on for the win Friday night. “We haven’t been that great at home, so we wanted to come out and have a good start,” Beauchemin said. “We did a pretty good job, and we wanted to make sure we didn’t sit back in the third, but also protect the lead.” The Ontario Reign scored
their first goal early in the third period when John Landry shot the puck, which deflected off Beauchemin. Overall, the Steelheads’ defense took control of the game – killing off a crucial 5-on-3 Ontario power play in the third period – resulting in a 2-1 victory. “That kill for three minutes won us the game and that was huge for us,” concluded Rejean Beauchemin, the
night’s top star. The Idaho Steelheads are home again this Wednesday versus the Utah Grizzlies, as well as Friday and Saturday when they host the Alaska Aces. BSU STUDENT DISCOUNT $11 Ticket plus a FREE Small Beer or Pepsi. Present your valid student ID at the Qwest Arena Box Office. Limit 2 per ID.
Bronco wrestling moves to 4-0 The Boise State Bronco wrestling team extended their unbeaten record to 4-0 Friday night behind a 36-9 victory over Montana State-Northern. MATT BEDINGER Journalist
Junior Alan Bartelli started things off for the Broncos at 125 pounds, earning a win by fall at 4:17 to give Boise State a 6-0 lead. At 133 pounds, freshman Ben DeMuelle lengthened the Broncos lead to 9-0, scoring a 9-4 decision over MSUNorthern’s Chase Dirden. The second win by fall for the Broncos was recorded by junior Eli Hutchison at the 6:49 mark of the 141-pound matchup. The 149-pound match featured sophomore Jason
Chamberlain putting on a dominating display, winning by fall at the 2:40 mark to give the Broncos a 21-0 lead. Chamberlain was followed by junior Adam Hall, who made easy work of his 157-pound matchup, scoring a 17-6 major decision over MSU-Northern’s Tay Todd, and junior Brad Muri, who also scored a major decision by the score of 15-3. “I moved the guy really well, I was faking really well and had him off balance quite a bit, and I was able to get good shots and good scores off of it,” Hall said. At 174 pounds, freshman Michael Cuthbertson edged out MSU-Northern’s Austin Ouelette on a one point technical violation to win 3-2. MSU-Northern finally got on the board during the 184-pound match, as Bronco sophomore Levi Holt fell to the Lights’ Evan Hinebaugh by fall at 6:17, giving the Broncos a 32-6 advantage. Junior Matt Casperson rebounded for the Broncos, scoring a 13-2 major deci-
sion in the 197-pound match, which included two near falls in the third period. The final matchup of the night saw Montana StateNorthern earn their second win of the night. Boise State’s sophomore Derek Toney suffered a two-point takedown with 0:11 left to give the Lights’ Jim Eavenson a 4-2 win. “He does all the work, has good technique, and just has minor things that he messes up on and it costs him a match. He’s coming along, he’ll be fine,” Hall said. “Everybody performed pretty well. Even the guys who weren’t starters stepped in. Brad Muri did really well at 165,” Hall said. Boise State won the dual 36-9 and improved to 4-0 as a team on their campaign. The Broncos will send 13 wrestlers to Reno, Nevada next week for the Dec. 20 Reno Tournament of Champions. Their next and final home match will be on February 12, where they will host Pac-10 foe Oregon State.
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A semester in review Arbiter Staff
After a semester that brought us a smoking ban, swine flu, religious protests, Broncos versus Ducks and plenty of BCS talk, The Arbiter had plenty to photograph, video, write and podcast about. Some stories caused quite a stir while others were quickly forgotten. Listed below are some of the top stories of the semester. Go to arbiteronline.com to read the full articles.
Best of Photos and Multimedia
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A boy watches the Tour de Fat bike ride from a thrift store window in downtown Boise Aug. 22.
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Brandon Flowers, lead singer of The Killers, performs some stage A member of the Boise State swim teams prepares herself for the theatrics during the show Sept. 25 at the Qwest Arena. start of a meet against the Pac-10’s Oregon State University.
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Best of Culture
Zombie Walk by Bryce Getusky - Hundreds participated in the third annual Boise Zombie Walk downtown. Generation Church baptism video by Mitch Esplin - Shows a powerful flip side to the secular movement on campus. Swimming and Diving by Gray Battson- The Boise City Aquatics Center hosted BSU’s swim meet between the Broncos and the Cougars. The Broncos sliced through the water and straight to victory with a 172116 win.
Best of Sports
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Plathoot (Dark-Elf for “hatred”) holds Kamabuchi (God Warrior) at bay with his longbow during battle.
Belegarth by Jacob Dejongh video by Zach Ganschow - An up close look of the Belegarth Warriors Students protest religious commitments with debaptisims Swine flu by Benjamin Mack - The news was big when swine by Andrew Ford - An report on the curious mid-day “Debapflu hit our campus and the series of articles produced define a tisms” that took place in the center of campus. Spanish: A worldwide language for a worldwide commuperiod of life on campus. Healthcare reform bill put to vote, BSU reacts by Jenni- nity by Tony Rogers - Part of a series on the Modern Language fer Spencer - The response to President Obama’s proposed department that help to define culture on campus. healthcare reform left many BSU students hoping for fair and affordable health coverage. World Aids Day video by Mitch Esplin Photos by Glenn Landberg - A night vigil brought students and community members together to show support for AIDs and HIV education and for those who struggle from the disease. ASBSU prepares to challenge BCS football standards by Kim King - One of the semesters biggest debates covered from ASBSU’s point of view. BSU to offer intersession during winter beak by Mike NIK BJURSTROM/THE ARBITER Johnson - Many previously suggested that BSU offer classes Rebecca Ames, prepares to be sprayed with “unholy” between semesters, and BSU is offering them for the first time. water Tuesday afternoon in the Quad. GLENN LANDBURG/THE ARBITER
A sign in the student health center shows how serious they are treating the flu.
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Broncos’ defensive end Billy Winn regains balance after losing his helmet in pursuit of Oregon’s junior quarterback Jeremiah Masoli.
Scramble for tickets pushes for policy change by Kirk Bell video by Gray Battson - This package covers the first victory of the Boise State versus Oregon game, getting tickets. Defense dominates in historic win by Trent Lootens - Step two in the Oregon victory Campus BCS case for Boise State by Kirk Bell- An article special to and published on ESPN.com
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Leader, avid bicyclist, public servant ‘Lieutenant Schoenborn’ leaves campus ZACH GANSCHOW Producer
“In my 22-years of service, my three year period at Boise State has been the best of my career. It’s been the most rewarding and most fun I’ve had as an officer,” Lieutenant Doug Schoenborn said. Lt. Schoenborn, supervisor of Campus Police, will be returning to the Boise Police Department at the end of this semester, leaving a history of service and friendship to the Boise State community. Schoenborn served as a policeman in Los Angeles in the early 90s. He moved to Boise in 1994 and in 2006 was selected from the Boise Police Department to work on BSU’s campus. From establishing outreach programs, improving campus safety resources and general awareness, to a cameo in a student rap music video (see tease), Schoenborn’s greatest accomplishment may be his mere presence on campus. “He chooses to spend his proactive time connecting with students. He really cares about their student experience in the context of safety,” said Brian MacDonald, director of New Student and Family Programs. “Bike patrol, man! I love
to jump on that bike and cruise around. You are able to have so much more contact with people on a bike,” said Schoenborn. His presence and availability has provided a collective respect from many faculty who have worked with him over the years. “Doug has a methodology that is so relaxing when you are dealing with stressful events. I appreciate his demeanor and approach, and we will really miss (him) at Boise State,” said Leslie Webb, assistant V.P. of Student Affairs. Blaine Eckles of Student Rights and Responsibilities said, “Doug is very realistic, and people respond to that. He’s got a very friendly, jovial nature, but when business happens, he’s all business.” Schoenborn helped create a “volunteer campus core,” which now has 20 members. He was a key member in establishing the partnership between the Boise Police Department (BPD) and Boise State. “Sometimes the police have a reputation of being seen when there’s a problem, but I want to be seen when there isn’t a problem. Students aren’t asking ‘whats wrong, why are the
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Lt. Schoenborn, after three years of service, parts ways with Boise State at the end of this semester. police here,’ because they see us here everyday,” Schoenborn said. “He has made significant strides in building a strong relationship between the BPD and Boise State. He certainly leaves a legacy,” described Michael Laliberte, the VP of
For an interview with Doug in motion, on foot and on bicycle, check out the video story of Doug’s legacy at arbiteronline.com.
Student Affairs. Schoenborn’s list of accomplishments is also closely aligned with other notable events. “My career on campus began when Boise State went to the Fiesta Bowl in 2007. The other book-end is my
leaving with the 2010 Fiesta Bowl,” he said. One must ask, coincedence? “I am sure it’s a direct relation to Doug and his bikeshorts in the summer,” jokes Eckles. Schoenborn plans to spend roughly seven more years serving the police de-
partment, and will then retire to travel with his wife and spend more time with his three daughters. “At the end of my day, I think, ‘wow, that was fast, I guess I gotta’ go home now.’ That’s how this place has been for me,” he said.
In the summer of 2009, Doug Schoenborn appeared with his police cruiser in the student produced rap video ‘Campus for Life,’ which was shown at student orientations. To see the music video, go to arbiteronline.com
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tudents will often feel the inevitable push to start studying for a final in college. These six ways will keep your relationship together, your skin clean and your finals at bay.
Clean up that dirty, dirty room It’s 9:30 p.m. You have just about an hour and a half before you can set your study time settings to “ridiculous.”
If it was up to you, you’d study right this second. But just as you flop your chemistry book open, you notice a peculiar sight to your left: A very, very full dirty clothes hamper. Just to the right, endless pairs of socks that never made it in. Socks weren’t meant to sit on the carpet, so the situation is simple: There is no way you can even begin to think about studying before you clean your room. With all those distractions flurrying about your room -- dirty clothes, unorganized writing utensils, books-aplenty and a small fortress of
dirty dishes -- you’ve got to tackle the biology of your living situation before you can tackle biology 101.
Use up all the hot water: Rinse the stress away A familiar feeling: A long day of studying at the library, complete with your lousiest pair of jeans and your baggiest sweatshirt and jacket combination. You’ve been eating nothing but fast food all day. Grease is practically oozing out of your pores. Be-
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With a dirty room, no final is scary enough to get you studying fore you can study, you have got-to, got-to take a shower. When it comes down to it, trying to study for any finals before washing your body of the day’s stress is like taking a sheep to Bah-Bah 2009 without running a comb through her first. Take a nice warm shower, you deserve it.
Avoid becoming super-mom: treat yourself I will never forget the countless episodes of Oprah (Editors note: I was sick at home and there was nothing else on.) where on the video screen some super-mom is shown packing lunches for a dozen kids, driving them all to various Charter schools, then working a 14-hour shift before picking up the kids and taking half to soccer practice where she’s head coach followed by her doing athome piano lessons to earn extra money. The super-mom. Of course,
in these tragic video montages they always make it ever apparent that Suzie Bumblebee never treats herself. Do you want to become Suzie Bumblebee? No way. It’s time to reward yourself for getting through the day, for trudging through half your finals and buy yourself something nice. I’ll usually start with a “Snickers” then end up dumping the whole pastry aisle into my cart. At check out, some ridiculous flavor of gum and an equally ridiculously-sized pack of “Reese’s” top it off.
Will Jim and Pam ever date? Let’s watch back episodes of “The Office” and predict. Nothing gets me ready to dive into the political rhetoric of the ‘60s quite like watching old episodes of “The Office.” Why is Dwight so weird?
Will Pam and Jim ever start dating? Is there something going on between Dwight and Angela? Pop in the DVDs or open a new tab and point your browser to the advertisingsupported Web site, Hulu. com. If Roy doesn’t start treating Pam better, I’ve got a bet someone else will.
Have you called your parents recently? Something we too often forget between the stresses of work and school. But who can study when the love of their parents is hung in Jeopardy? Count up the days it’s been since the last time you spoke with your parents. If it’s more than three, it might be time to sacrifice a little bit of studying time for the ones that sacrificed countless nights when you were a newborn.
Time to decide. Do they really love you? Once you’ve re-established a relationship with your parents, it might be time to figure out one simple thing with your significant other: Do they really love you? Have they been doing anything a little fishy lately? Taking “naps” at weird hours or watching a little more television than you remember? It might be a sign there’s a problem. A problem you need to get to the bottom of right now. In the scheme of things, what do you value more: A passing grade in an organic chemistry class or the chemistry between you and the one you love?
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A year brings big change A look at Boise State, TCU Kirk Bell
Sports Editor here are many ways to critique the decision to pair up the No. 6 Boise State Broncos (13-0) and the No. 4 TCU Horned Frogs (12-0). Both teams will tell you they wanted the best match up possible and there is little doubt in the minds of the players that they received just that. Others will say that we’ve seen this game and that they deserve a shot at the big boys. The players will tell you they are the big time and are beginning to set the standard. Whether or not the arguments stand about the 2010 Tostitos Fiesta Bowl, one thing is clear. Both teams are not the a carbon copy of the very close 2008 Poinsettia Bowl. Each has brought their game to a level that has set the bar higher for teams that might be automatic qualifiers. By doing so, they are telling the BCS member teams to move out of the way. Complacency is not an option. “From Boise State’s side of things we’re thrilled to be going back,” BSU head coach Chris Petersen said. “We’re excited to be playing TCU it’s a great match up from our side. Everybody else can say whatever they want,
but were excited to be going back.” So how do the teams shake down from last season to this?
TCU Whether you are talking about this season or last, the Horned Frogs are best known for their top defensive efforts. Some would argue that there is little room for them to improve on the ability to make teams grind yet they never cease to amaze. They have held teams to an average 12.4 points per game. That figure is on par with last season where they allowed 11.3 despite giving up two losses. The Horned Frogs improved by 7.1 points in scoring offense to 40.7 points per game through 2009. They have grown offensive production from 421.3 ypg during 2008 to 469.1 during 2009. The Horned Frogs have fewer sacks this season from last, getting to quarterback Andy Dalton 10 times this year. Though their offense was no slouch, a substantial improvment from year to year is clearly there. Though their defense keeps good offenses in check, it could be the offensive attack that gives the Broncos the biggest head ache this
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season. TCU’s defense has upped the ante with 25 forced fumbles this season. They improved on that statistic by five fumbles from last year to this. They have allowed teams to rush even more on the ground going from giving up 47.1 rushing ypg to 80.5 rushing ypg this year. Defensive end Jerry Hughes hopes to roll up his sleeves against the Broncos and show the resiliency displayed during last season’s bowl gaming, holding the BSU’s offense to just 16 points.
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The Broncos’ best weapon has always been their offense. They have traditionally forced teams to come out with full offensive firepower to beat them. Those days are gone and the BSU defense is something to be reckoned with. They have allowed 5.1 more ppg this season than last, giving teams an average of 17.7 ppg through the 2009 regular season. They have, however held teams to under 300 ypg this year, giving up an average of 308.2 ypg last season. The Broncos have allowed more touchdowns in the red-zone this season from last, allowing 63 percent compared to last year’s
48 percent. Not a good thing for BSU against an improved Horned Frogs offense. In terms of offensive production, Boise State has seen growth from last year. The offensive line improved drastically, allowing just five sacks on Kellen Moore all year. They are a product of last season’s injuries which has provided this year’s squad with some very much needed depth. The Broncos are also scoring about one more touchdown per game this season from last with 44.2 ppg to lead the country. This can be seen in the running game with 42.2 ypg more than during 2008 with 194.5 average rushing yard this season. BSU threw for 40 touchdowns this season to last year’s 30, respectively. They improved on the ground with 29 rushing touchdowns this year. They scored 28 times running the ball during 2008. The Broncos and Horned Frogs match-up against each other just at well, if not better, than any of the other bowl games this season. Regardless of the statistics, it is fair to say each team is better from 2008’s already stellar teams. To the victor goes the spoils. In this case, bragging rights to who belonged in the national championship. arbiter file photos
Andy Dalton
Jerry Hughes
Joseph Turner
Daryl Washington
Dalton serves as a dual threat for the Horned Frogs. He found the end zone three times on the ground and 22 times through the air this season. He was among the nation’s best quarterbacks with a 159.6 passer efficiency rating.
Hughes was named the winner of the 2009 Ted Hendricks Award for the nation’s top defensive end. He led the team with 15.0 tackles for loss and 11.5 sacks this season. He will be the biggest threat from the trenches the
Turner sets the pace for the rushing attack for the Horned Frogs. He led the team with 11 rushing touchdowns and finished with 732 total yards during the regular season. He also creates a good distraction for other running backs to contribute.
Washington led TCU with 99 tackles 61 solo. He is a pass coverage threat with three interceptions one pass breakup and four passes deflected. He can also attack the offense behind the line with 7.5 tackles for loss and two sacks.
Junior 6-3/215
Senior 6-3/257
Broncos have faced all season.
Senior 6-1/226
Senior 6-3/234
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Horned Frogs Defense Tejay Johnson
Sir Demarco Bledsoe
Junior 6-1/212
Sophomore 6-2/195
3
25
Tank Carder
Corderra Hunter
19
43
Senior 6-2/220
Rafael Priest
10 Senior 5-10/181
Cory Grant
Kelly Griffin
Jerry Hughes
Junior 6-2/250
Junior 6-2/303
Junior 6-1/295
Senior 6-3/257
4
57
69
Will Lawrence
Thomas Byrd
Kevin Sapien
Garrett Pendergast
Sophomore 6-6/293
Junior 6-2/293
Sophmore 5-11/284
Junior 6-4/286
Sophmore 6-4/271
59
66
62
57
Kellen Moore
11 Sophmore 6-0/187
Dan Paul
Nick Sanders
20 Senior 5-10/181
98
Nate Potter
73
Junior 5-11/170
Senior 6-3/234
Wayne Daniels
96
Titus Young
41
Daryl Washington
Sophomore 6-2/232
Mitch Burroughs
20 Freshman 5-9/188
Tommy Gallarda
85 Junior 6-5/249
Jeremy Avery
47 27 Broncos Offense Bosie State Roster
Sophomore 6-0/241
No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
NAME Kyle Wilson Austin Pettis Chris Potter Titus Young Jason Robinson D.J. Harper Mike Coughlin George Iloka Mike Tamburo Jerrell Gavins Kellen Moore Brandyn Thompson Garcia Day Joe Southwick Cedric Febis Winston Venable Aaron Burks Josh Borgman Mitch Burroughs Jamar Taylor Doug Martin Jeron Johnson Malcolm Johnson
POS CB WR WR WR S RB QB S QB CB QB CB S QB DB S WR CB WR DB RB S RB
WT 186 201 161 170 194 198 212 207 183 171 187 180 204 182 197 223 186 169 188 193 201 194 181
HT CLASS 5’10 Sr. 6’3 Jr. 5’9 Fr. 5’11 Jr. 5’11 Jr. 5’9 Jr. 6’5 Jr. 6’3 So. 5’11 Fr. 5’9 Unk 6’0 So. 5’10 Jr. 6’1 Sr. 6’1 Fr. 6’3 So. 5’11 Jr. 6’2 Fr. 5’7 Fr. 5’9 Fr. 5’11 So. 5’9 So. 5’11 Jr. 5’10 Fr.
No. 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47
NAME Hunter White Matt Kaiserman Jeremy Avery Jarvis Hodge Tyler Jackson Travis Stanaway Antwon Murray Andy Silsby Tommy Smith Kirby Moore Kyle Brotzman Aaron Tevis Ebenezer Makinde Raphiel Lambert Drew Wright Richie Brockel Kharyee Marshall Matt Wilson Ricky Tjong-A-Tjoe Allen Mooney Daron Mackey Michael Choate Dan Paul
Junior 5-9/173
POS LB RB RB RB S DB CB RB LB WR PK LB CB CB FB TE DE LB DT LB LB WR LB
WT 224 188 173 203 203 188 177 221 218 196 201 228 164 200 188 240 207 212 282 211 233 190 241
HT CLASS 5’11 So. 6’0 Fr. 5’9 Jr. 5’9 Jr. 6’0 Fr. 5’11 So. 5’11 So. 5’11 Sr. 6’1 Fr. 6’2 Fr. 5’10 Jr. 6’3 So. 5’11 Fr. 5’7 Fr. 5’9 Fr. 6’2 Sr. 6’1 Fr. 6’1 So. 6’3 Fr. 5’10 Fr. 5’10 Jr. 6’0 Sr. 6’0 So.
No. 48 49 50 52 53 54 56 57 58 59 61 62 64 65 66 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77
NAME J.C. Percy Brad Elkin J.P. Nisby Derrell Acrey Zach Gholson Michael Ames John Michael Davis Garrett Pendergast Dave Wilson Will Lawrence Joe Kellogg Kevin Sapien Brenel Myers Matt Paradis Thomas Byrd Zach Waller Cory Yriarte Matt Slater Nate Potter Tom Swanson Faraji Wright Jake Broyles Spencer Gerke
POS LB P DT LB DE OL LB OL LB OL OG OG OG DT C OL OL OT OL OL OT OL OL
WT 214 201 306 235 248 281 210 271 222 293 305 286 267 275 284 289 281 290 293 273 284 257 290
HT CLASS 6’0 Fr. 6’2 Jr. 6’1 So. 6’1 Jr. 6’2 Fr. 6’4 Fr. 6’0 Fr. 6’4 So. 6’1 So. 6’2 Jr. 6’2 Fr. 6’4 Jr. 6’2 Fr. 6’1 Fr. 5’11 So. 6’5 So. 6’1 So. 6’4 Jr. 6’6 So. 6’6 Fr. 6’3 Fr. 6’4 Fr. 6’3 Fr.
No. 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99
NAME Charles Leno Bronson Burrant Kyle Efaw Nick Alexander Geraldo Hiwat Sean King Jimmy Pavel Tommy Gallarda Trevor Petterson Gabe Linehan Chandler Koch Tyler Shoemaker Billy Winn Greg Grimes Chuck Hayes Shea McClellin Justin Jungblut Byron Hout Darren Koontz Jarrell Root Chase Baker Ryan Winterswyk Michael Atkinson
POS OT OG TE DE WR TE PK TE TE TE TE WR DT DT DT DE DT DE DT DE DT DE DT
WT 249 266 229 237 189 240 212 249 245 213 244 207 288 271 290 262 241 241 254 259 296 263 332
HT CLASS 6’3 Fr. 6’3 Fr. 6’4 So. 6’4 Fr. 6’4 Fr. 6’3 Jr. 5’9 Fr. 6’5 Jr. 6’2 Fr. 6’3 Fr. 6’2 Fr. 6’1 So. 6’4 So. 6’0 Fr. 6’2 So. 6’3 So. 6’4 Fr. 6’0 So. 6’3 Fr. 6’3 So. 6’1 So. 6’4 Jr. 6’0 Fr.
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Broncos Defense 23 8 Jeron Johnson
17 Junior 5-11/223
13
88
Sophmore 6-3/207
Aaron Tevis
Hunter White
Sophmore 6-3/228
Sophomore 5-11/224
36
Brandyn Thompson
Jimmy Young
George Iloka
Junior 5-11/194
Winston Venable
Junior 5-10/180
25
Kyle Wilson
Ryan Winterswyk
Billy Winn
Chase Baker
Shea McClellin
Junior 6-4/263
Sophmore 6-4/288
Sophmore 6-1/296
Sophmore 6-3/262
98
90
97
Marshall Newhouse
Kyle Dooley
Jake Kirkpatrick
Josh Vernon
Marcus Cannon
Junior 6-0/190
Senior 6-3/317
Sophomore 6-3/310
Junior 6-3/305
Junior 6-2/295
Junior 6-5/350
6
70
72
76
1
Senior 5-10/186
92
Bart Johnson
Junior 6-1/200
5
78
Julius Fleming
74
5
Sophomore 5-8/162
Brandon Perez
38 Senior 5-8/236
Andy Dalton
14 Junior 6-3/215
Joseph Turner
24 Horned Frogs Offense New Mexico State Roster
Senior 6-1/226
No. 1 2 3 4 6 7 9 10 10 11 12 13 14 14 15 16 17 17 18 19 19 20 21 21
NAME Tekerrein Cuba Curtis Clay Tejay Johnson Willie Leiss Bart Johnson Greg McCoy Alex Ibiloye John Brown Rafael Priest Marcus Jackson James Miller Antoine Hicks Emmanuel Asaolu Andy Dalton Malcolm Williams Kyle Wilson Brian Alexis Tyler Luttrell Ryan Christian Corderra Hunter Garrett Winsett Nick Sanders Johnny Fobbs Patrick McDonald
POS S WR S WR WR CB S WR CB QB S WR WR QB S QB CB WR RB S WR CB S WR
HT 6-4 6-1 6-1 6-0 6-0 5-10 6-0 6-3 5-10 6-1 5-10 6-2 6-1 6-3 5-11 6-1 5-9 6-1 5-11 6-2 5-9 5-10 6-1 6-0
WT CLASS 210 So. 185 Jr. 212 Jr. 170 Jr. 195 Jr. 181 So. 183 Jr. 200 Jr. 181 Sr. 216 Sr. 185 Fr. 200 So. 170 Jr. 215 Jr. 205 Jr. 200 Fr. 160 Fr. 210 Jr. 188 Sr. 220 Sr. 180 So. 174 Sr. 203 So. 200 Fr.
No. 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 47
NAME Jercell Fort Michael Berry Joseph Turner Ryan Hightower Jai Cavness Jason Teague Colin Jones Matthew Tucker Aundre Dean Chris Atterberry Brandon Cook Kris Gardner Ed Wesley Tanner Brock Chris Smith Ross Evans Kevin Sharples Dwight Smith Greg Burks Daryl Washington Justin Isadore Tank Carder David Stolzman Anson Kelton
POS RB WR RB FB RB CB S RB RB WR WR LB RB LB RB K K RB LB LB LB LB LB P
HT 5-11 5-11 6-1 5-9 5-8 6-2 6-0 6-1 6-0 5-11 5-10 6-1 5-9 6-3 5-11 5-9 5-9 5-10 6-1 6-3 5-11 6-2 6-0 6-4
WT 195 185 225 215 175 185 205 210 215 175 185 235 185 227 231 185 185 218 210 234 210 232 205 260
CLASS So. Fr. Sr. Jr. So. Jr. Jr. Fr. So. Fr. Jr. So. Fr. Fr. Sr. So. Jr. Fr. Fr. Sr. Fr. So. Fr. So.
No. 48 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 65 66 68 69 70 71 72
NAME Luke Shivers Tyler Marrou Kenny Cain Ross Forrest Ryan Wyatt Clint Gresham D.J. Yendrey James Dunbar Cory Grant Bryant House Logan Sligar Charlie Cicack Marcus Cannon Jeff Olson Justin Trejo James Fry Kevin Ortega Michael Rosner Blaize Foltz Trevius Jones Kelly Griffin Marshall Newhouse Zach Roth Kyle Dooley
POS FB C LB DE G C DL OL DT DT LB DT T T G C K C G T DT T G G
HT 6-0 6-5 6-1 6-4 6-3 6-3 6-3 6-5 6-2 6-4 5-10 6-3 6-5 6-4 6-4 6-4 5-6 6-3 6-4 6-3 6-1 6-4 6-5 6-3
WT 220 268 200 246 286 225 240 290 303 255 225 245 350 282 305 285 155 295 310 310 295 320 310 315
CLASS So. Sr. Fr. So. Sr. Sr. Fr. Fr. Jr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Jr. So. Fr. Fr. Jr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Jr. Sr. Jr. So.
No. 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 94 95 96 98 99
NAME Eric Tausch Ty Horn John Wooldridge Jake Kirkpatrick Spencer Thompson Josh Vernon Nic Richmond Logan Brock Alonzo Adams Josh Boyce Billy Pizor Evan Frosch Jeremy Kerley Corey Fuller Robert Deck Jimmy Young Walker Dille Stansly Maponga Joseph Bates Henry Niutei Clarence Leatch Wayne Daniels Jerry Hughes Braylon Broughton
POS OL C T C C G T TE WR WR WR TE WR TE TE WR TE DT C NT DE DE DE DE
HT 6-3 6-5 6-5 6-3 6-4 6-2 6-8 6-3 6-0 5-11 6-1 6-4 5-10 6-5 6-4 6-1 6-4 6-2 6-2 6-4 6-4 6-2 6-3 6-6
WT 285 295 285 305 305 295 322 253 190 195 180 260 192 245 255 204 242 240 230 300 245 250 257 248
CLASS Fr. Fr. Fr. Jr. So. Jr. Sr. So. Jr. Fr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Fr. So. Jr. Fr. Fr. So. Jr. Jr. Jr. Sr. So.
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2009-10 Top 10 bowl games 10. Roady’s Humanitarian Bowl
5. Sugar Bowl
Bowling Green vs. Idaho This game is a showdown of two teams who are happier to be playing each other than the Broncos. This is the Vandals' first bowl game since coming to Boise for the Humanitarian Bowl in 1997.
Florida vs. Cincinnati Two teams with a chip on their shoulder. Both looking for redemption. One for a feeling of betrayal and another to vindicate a lost opportunity at a national championship.
Virginia Tech vs. Tennessee These two teams showed glimmers of greatness through the 2009 season. This game should pit two good coaches and potentially improved programs going into next season.
Oregon State vs. BYU Both teams have offenses who can put up points. This should be a shootout in Sin City.
9. Chick-fil-A Bowl
8. Brut Sun Bowl
Oklahoma vs. Stanford A season of upsets for both teams. One handing them out and one receiving them like Christmas presents. Both teams have something to prove in the bowl season in terms of legitimacy.
7. San Diego County Credit Union
Poinsettia Bowl Utah vs. California These two teams have a history as conference powerhouses. Each appears on the move to reclaim their spots at the top and this bowl game could be a good starting point.
6. Capital One Bowl
Penn State vs. LSU This should be a high powered game with two teams who believed late in the season that they were BCS bowl worthy.
4. MAACO Las Vegas Bowl
3. Rose Bowl Oregon vs. Ohio State Two mobile quarterbacks and an ability to make things happen out of the pocket. Expect a high scoring spectacle by two hard-nosed programs.
2. BCS National Championship Alabama vs. Texas Can't keep the championship game out of the mix. Texas' powerful offense and Bama's brick wall defense meet each other in Pasadena.
1. Fiesta Bowl
Boise State vs. TCU Not a homer pick. Two teams with more to win or lose than any other going into the next season. Can anyone say stepping stone to a national championship?
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Home for the holidays Broncos celebrate season before bowl game Kirk Bell
Sports Editor
For many the holidays bring family, fun and festivities to the forefront. For the average college football nut, it brings 34 more football games to look forward to over the span of a month. The Boise State Broncos have the benefit of enjoying this season’s success and bringing that feeling home for the holidays. Last season BSU lost to TCU 16-17 just days before heading home for Christmas. Not lamenting a big loss is a nice change for many of the Broncos this time around. Some of the key components to the Broncos’ 2009 undefeated season will get some much needed rest before heading to Arizona.
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oore has plenty to be happy about for the holidays when he returns to Prosser, Wash. He finished seventh in the Heisman Trophy race and led t he country in passing efficiency with a 167.3 passer rating. He broke the school record for most passing touchdowns in a season with 39 strikes to the end zone. Moore’s overall performance proved that he has solidified a spot in Broncos’ history over the course of two seasons. He has two more to go -- in theory. As for the break, “it will be good to get a couple days, you know, get a little bit away from football,” Moore said. “You don’t want to get completely away from it, but , spend some time with family, be able to enjoy Christmas and get back to work.”
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artin proved to his coaches why he is such an asset to the team. He has a nose for the end zone. Martin had two games where he scored four touchdowns this season. He had 14 total touchdowns over the course of 13 games; only 10 games in which he was a featured back following an ACL injury by fellow running back D.J. Harper. Martin also put up 6.4 yards per carry on 723 total rushing yards. What does he look forward to for the holidays? “Going home and just eating my mom’s food and everything,” Martin said. “Just seeing my old friends. I haven’t been home for a while. Can’t wait to go back.”
hat more of a present can BSU give Kirby Moore than production as a freshman, a BCS birth during the first year of play and participating on a football program with his brother who is one of the best quarterbacks in college football? “I’ll probably go lay on my bed,” Kirby said. “It’s a little more comfortable than the one I have right now. Really, besides that, just go see some friends from high school and try to keep up relationships with everyone.” Kirby Moore was one of 17 Broncos to get a reception this season. He was also one of 10 to find the end zone for a touchdown through 2009. Despite suffering from a broken foot during fall camp, he has worked his way into the depth chart as a back up for injured receiver Tyler Shoemaker. Moore has reigned in 17 total receptions thus far.
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allarda is a big target for Kellen Moore while in the red-zone. He as pulled in four passes for touchdowns this season on just eight receptions. Furthermore, he is part of an offensive front that has allowed defenses to sack Kellen just five times through the entire season -- the least amount sacks on quarterback in the FBS. As for his Christmas wish, he has been living it since being recruited to BSU and redshirting his first season as a freshman during the 2007 Fiesta Bowl. This year he will be a starter when the Broncos take the field at University of Phoenix Stadium at Glendale, Ariz. “We went into the stadium the day before the game and it was empty,” Gallarda said of the 2007 Fiesta Bowl. “It just gave a sort of cold feeling in there. It was quiet. That’s something you always imagine growing up as something you want to play for.
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