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Shaped by 140 characters Social media guru gives keynote address Kylie Hubbard Contributor
UT’s annual Social Media Week (UTSMW) concluded Thursday evening, March 2, with a keynote address from Clay Travis, the 37-year-old sports analyst from Nashville who writes for “Outkick the Coverage” and hosts a daily radio show. “I grew up like a lot of you probably, being a University of Tennessee fan, going to games,” Travis said. “And that’s kind of how I ended up doing what I do now.” UTSMW promotes using social media as a tool for business and effective communication and aims to educate students on how to use internet platforms responsibly. The organizers solicit speaker suggestions from students, and for the past three years, Travis’s name was overwhelmingly recommended. His visit provided students with a peek into his sports media success, and his long-awaited visit did
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not disappoint. An hour before the event began, a line formed outside the Alumni Memorial Building auditorium as visitors vied for a front row seat. The audience was so large, in fact, that the organizers set up an overflow room with a live stream of the talk. Travis’ first lesson for the crowd: take risks. “A lot of you are terrified to take risks,” Travis said. “Because you go to college, graduate and get a degree, you’ve done everything right ... to end up where?” Travis took a chance on his first website and turned the risk of it into a very successful reward. Travis also provided insight into his rise to popularity, discussing his undergraduate experience at George Washington University and his time at Vanderbilt University, where he earned a law degree before going on to start a law career in the Virgin Islands. Before long, Travis said he experienced a “quarter-life crisis,” which motivated him to explore more career opportunities; and by 2004, he had begun writing online.
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surgical pioneer 2. New travel executive order Bruno Mars, Katy Perry, Ed 1. Transplant 3. Dr. Thomas Starzl dies expected to be signed Sheeran set for iHeartRadio Dr. Thomas Starzl has died at 90. He was the pioneer of liver transplant, the driving force behind the world’s first baboon-to-human liver transplant and researcher on antirejection drugs. The University of Pittsburgh, speaking on behalf of Starzl’s family, said the renowned doctor died Saturday at his home in Pittsburgh. Starzl performed the world’s first liver transplant in 1963 and the world’s first successful liver transplant in 1967 and pioneered kidney transplantation from cadavers. He later perfected the process by using identical twins and, eventually, other blood relatives as donors.
An official from the Department of Homeland Security released information revealing President Trump’s intention to sign a revised travel ban executive order, restricting entry to persons from select Middle Eastern and African countries. Multiple high-ranking administrations have urged the president to remove Iraq from the current list due to their active role in combatting ISIS. It was discovered earlier last week during a federal court filing that the Trump administration would be rescinding the previous travel executive order.
Bruno Mars, Katy Perry, Ed Sheeran, Shawn Mendes, Coldplay’s Chris Martin and The Chainsmokers are set to perform at Sunday’s iHeartRadio Music Awards. The show, in its fourth year, will take place at the Forum in Inglewood, California, and will air live at 8 p.m. EST on TBS, TNT and truth. Mars will be honored with the Innovator Award for his success in music as a singer, songwriter and producer. Big Sean, Thomas Rhett, Noah Cyrus and Labrinth will also perform during the live show. Presenters include Miley Cyrus, John Legend, Demi Lovato, DJ Khaled, Florida Georgia Line, Ansel Elgort and Macklemore.
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Students travel to protest campus privatization Shelby Whitehead Staff Writer
The largest privatization effort in Tennessee’s history is being met with an equal amount of resistance. After a year of protests on campus and across the state, a group of UT students and staff will be traveling to Nashville on Thursday, March 9, to rally against Gov. Bill Haslam’s plan that would effectively outsource all UT facilities services jobs. The protesters chose Thursday because Haslam has scheduled a closed-door meeting with three private companies — Aramark, Compass and JLL — all of whom are in interested in the contract. Many demonstrators are also dissatisfied with what they see as Haslam’s lack of transparency regarding the policy that could affect taxpayer dollars and has potential to cost thousands of state employees their jobs. “Thousands of workers across the state and hundreds of workers across campus are probably going to lose their jobs and health insurance and retirement plans and the ability to send their kids to college without tuition benefits,” Elizabeth Stanfield, protest organizer and senior in geography, said. This is not the first time Haslam has outsourced state offices, as he implemented the privatization of administrative offices in Nashville two years ago. The proposed plan would privatize all state facilities — including public universities. The governor’s office provided two
opportunities for public comments or questions about the plan through a state website. There were a total of 1,100 comments. “It just made a lot of since to fight for it, because I love being here as a part of this community,” Ed McDaniel, a UT facilities worker who plans to protest Thursday, said. “We’re part of this big family ... We just want to educate the rest of the state to stand with us — to stand for us.” The privatization battle has been ongoing since Haslam announced interest in privatization two years ago. As governor, he has jurisdiction to enact the plan without legislative or public support since it is considered a matter of the state budget. “We looked at the request for proposals, which is part of the contract process, and it’s full of loopholes of different ways that workers can lose their jobs or lose their benefits,” Stanfield said. Haslam has stated his motivation for the switch to privatization is an estimated $35 million in annual savings which could prevent the need to raise tuition. There has been no conclusive evidence, however, that outsourcing would significantly reduce state costs, and studies have shown that the state is currently operating at a cost of $2 less per square foot than the national average, causing some to question the legitimacy of Haslam’s motives. As for state employees who would be immediately affected, they risk the loss of insurance and benefits covered by the state that are generally not upheld in private companies. “There’s not many benefits on private companies, and that’s what the state has,”
McDaniel said. “That’s why a lot of people come here, for the benefits and security, because the state takes care of us, and that creates loyalty.” Another concern that has arisen in the backlash against Haslam’s plan is that outsourcing employees may lead to the degradation of maintenance across the state and UT’s campus. The sweeping construction projects across campus only heighten such concerns. Protesters said they fear the integrity of the state is being sacrificed to benefit large, third party corporations who are more concerned with profit than product. “If Tennessee needs to save some money it does not need to be on the backs of some of the hardest working, lowest paid people in the state,” Stanfield said. “Maybe it ought to be on the back of Governor Haslam, who’s the richest politician in America, or who was until recently.” More information about the event can be found on the event Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ events/1897186537166243/.
When: Thursday, March 9 from 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. CST Where: Tennessee State Capitol Who: UTK Progressive Student Alliance
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The first website Travis created with friends, DeadlyHippos, preceded his contribution to CBS Sports, Deadspin and FanHouse. During the same time, he also wrote and published two books. Travis said these jobs, however, left him unfulfilled; and when FanHouse shut down unexpectedly, he was left without a job. But what Travis soon realized, he said, was that if he could garner loyal readers, it wouldn’t matter where he wrote, just that he kept writing. “The name on the back of the jersey means a lot more than the name on the front of the jersey,” Travis said. Travis knew that if his readers loved his writing, they would follow him no matter for what website he wrote. With this mentality, Travis founded “Outkick the Coverage” and credited the success of his website with his ability to distribute content quickly and directly to his audience using social media. Advancements and updates on the social network continue to benefit Travis. The launch of Periscope by Twitter and Facebook live helped him reach broader audiences for no additional cost to him or his viewers. Travis said understanding the business and being adaptable to these advancements give him edge in the media
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Weather reporters documented the fifth hottest winter temperatures on record since 1871, with January temperatures reaching the third warmest on record for the globe, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. In Knoxville, the daily average temperature this winter, according to the National Weather Service in Morristown, was 46.5 degrees Fahrenheit, 6.1 degrees above the normal winter temperature. “I guess it’s pretty sweet, but you want to ignore the fact it’s 75 degrees in February, because it’s not supposed to be like that. It’s unsettling, I guess,” John Tyler, freshman in neuroscience, said while resting in a hammock between classes. George Mathews, the meteorologist at the National Weather Service in Morristown, said the causes for drastic weather changes are not clear, but there is a strong correlation between an unusual lack in Arctic and North Atlantic oscillations reaching the South. This causes a weather season to arrive significantly early. “The main thing is the water in the Gulf of Mexico is quite warm, and that’s the cause of thunderstorms,” Mathews said. With storms coming, many students are taking advantage of the sunny days. Last week, students were found lounging in hammocks, dressed for
summer as temperatures were in the 70s. Maddie Rewcastle, sophomore in psychology, said she was thankful the warm weather allowed her to study outside with her dog, Port, nearby. However, Rewcastle also shared concerns about long-term implications of the tempatures. “I’m kind of sad because this means global warming is a real thing,” Rewcastle said. Warm weather brings more than just jorts and enos. For some, the unpredictable and everchanging temperatures can create real problems for low-income or otherwise struggling families. “People’s ability to cope with weather extremes and uncertainty varies quite a bit,” Lisa Reyes Mason, assistant professor in the College of Social Work, said. “Age, gender, income and overall health are just some of the factors that matter. Social networks — neighbors looking out for neighbors — matters, too.” Mason said she became an environmental social work researcher to study different coping mechanisms individuals develop when exposed to extreme weather. In Knoxville, she said a family’s ability to get through the change in seasons varies. “In our research here in Knoxville, we found some households ready to cope with extreme heat or cold, perhaps unhappy about high heating or cooling bills, but able to pay them nonetheless,” Mason said. “Whereas other households might be paycheck-to-paycheck, making ends meet, and paying for heating or cooling might not always be possible.”
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industry. Travis ended his address by giving the audience, what he considers, the four tenets to success: be smart, be original, be funny and be authentic. “You can be those four things and make a living in sports, or any other media, for the rest of your life,” Travis said. Keegan Mix, a freshman in business administration, said she admired Travis’ honesty and familiarity with his audience. “I liked that he was really vocal, and he wasn’t scripted, either,” Mix said. “He was really interactive, and you could see where he was coming from with most of his stances.” Director of the School of Advertising and Public Relations Maureen Taylor said the UTSMW committee was likewise pleased by the speaker and the turnout of the event, commenting that Travis’ presentation and personality are exactly what the week-long program hopes to provide. “We have connections,” Taylor said. “But it always goes back to what are they going to give to the students, because it is mainly done for the students.” Social Media Week 2018 is already in the planning stages with past guest speakers requesting to return to campus and students voicing fresh suggestions for next year. To view Clay Travis’ work, visit http:// www.outkickthecoverage.com. To make speaker suggestions for next year’s UTSMW, contact PRSSA.
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Beads and tails: The Mardi Growl experience Allie Clouse
Staff Writer
It may be Mardi Gras season in New Orleans; but in Knoxville, it’s time to celebrate Mardi Growl. Saturday, March 4, tails were wagging as hundreds of dogs and more than a thousand spectators crowded the downtown Knoxville area to attend the 10th annual parade and festival. The event began at 11 a.m. in the Old City at Willow Avenue where dogs and their owners walked to Market Square and ended with a pet party from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Mardi Growl is hosted by and benefits Young-Williams Animal Center. Owners and their furry friends came dressed up in beads and traditional Mardi Gras colors in hopes of winning one of the offered prizes for best costume, best dog couple or dog/owner look-alike. However, beads were not the only accessory, many dogs sported boas, mohawks, tutus and paint in the spirit of the event. Pet parents walked, strollered and drove their pooches around in similar attire. Dog costumes ranged from various superheroes; a firefighter; Santa and a crowd favorite, a Pomeranian decked out in Tennessee gear complete with a bedazzled sweater, orange bow, sunglasses and a decorated Tennessee convertible. Many dogs also wore signs that said, “Will show ticks for beads,” for a few laughs. Additionally, participants, sponsors and
vendors came out to promote awareness for Young-Williams’ pet rescue efforts and support of the pet-friendly city of Knoxville. “Just about any business that has anything to do with dogs is here from and around the Knoxville area, and they have anything a dog lover would ever want,” attendee Stephanie Wilson said. Small businesses ranging from pet care, training and supplies set up booths around Market Square to provide every imaginable service to dogs and their human counterparts. Advocacy groups that encourage spaying, neutering and adoption also attended the event. In addition, volunteers handed out pamphlets and spoke with attendees about issues regarding their four-legged friends. Besides plenty of opportunities to pet any of the hundreds of dogs, spectators could enjoy live music, hot dogs from several food trucks and a puppy kissing booth. Raffles and prize giveaways also continued throughout the day. Mardi Growl participants heard of the event through various forms of communication, including Facebook, volunteering and the Knoxville dog community. Dogs old, young, small and large attended the event as well as a variety of breeds. Attendee Greg Gillis brought his 13-year-old lab-mix, Toby, to Mardi Growl for the second time. “You get to meet a lot of other dog owners and see a lot of different breeds, which is interesting,” Gillis said. “Toby loves to socialize, so he’s had a smile on his face all morning.”
People gather in Market Square with their four-legged friends to celebrate Mardi Growl. All photos by Emily Gowder • The Daily Beacon
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Beacon Beats Mary Beth McCauley, Staff Writer
Ed Sheeran – “Divide” Three years is a long time to wait for anything. Ed Sheeran’s hiatus from music and social media left fans anxious and eager for any new material they could get. Then, seemingly out of nowhere, Sheeran’s first single “Shape of You” premiered and landed a spot on the charts immediately. The wait was finally over, and fans had a taste of what was to come. Shortly after a second single was released, “Castle on the Hill,” Sheeran’s third studio album “Divide” proceeded, with its release being on March 3. If listeners didn’t already view Sheeran as a versatile artist, this album will convince them. The first song on the record, “Eraser,” is
The Nintendo Switch was released on March 3, 2017. Alex Phillips • The Daily Beacon
Nintendo switches up gaming experiences Bryanne Brewer Copy Editor
It’s 5 p.m. on a Thursday night, and I’m starting to feel antsy. I run over the plan in my head: get to GameStop before 8 p.m., secure my spot in line, then profit. It was a foolproof plan to get to my hands on the Nintendo Switch — which I stupidly had not preordered as soon as it became available. But it was nearing 6:30 p.m., and I had no idea that the GameStop stores in this area had already been serving people for the Switch since 6 p.m. — I also had no idea that each one was only stocked with around four extra Switches. After panicking and calling all the GameStops in Knoxville participating in the midnight Switch event and calling the Best Buy in Johnson City, which I was fully prepared to drive to, I remembered old faithful: Walmart. Speeding and driving recklessly to the Chapman Highway Walmart, I had tunnel vision and only one thing on my mind. But, I was rewarded with fourth place in a line that guaranteed justice. So all I had to do was wait, in this Walmart … for five hours. Tired and bored, 12 a.m. rolled around, and my (and everyone else’s) prayers were answered. “I’d like a Switch with neon joy-cons, ‘Zelda: Breath of the Wild’ and ‘1-2-Switch,’ please,” I said. In the car, I was suddenly filled with energy whilst opening the box., and I couldn’t help but giggle with glee as the system snapped, signify-
ing it had turned on. Not once did I question this purchase, and now two days later, I still would rather sit around in a Walmart forever if it meant I would still possess this beautiful machine. The graphics look crisp, running at 720p undocked and 900p docked to the television. There were some minor frame-rate issues when playing “Breath of the Wild,” but that seems to be the extent of some visual issues. The console itself seems to be well designed, but there are also some small nuances that were a little hard to get used to. Like detaching the joycons felt a bit awkward the first couple of times, and the kickstand feels like it was meant to be broken, then reattached. (At least Nintendo had children in mind when engineering this). But gamers should be warned. The Switch only comes with 32GB, including the system storage. So, effectively the system has 26GB. Players should invest in a few micro-SD memory cards. As far as gameplay goes, the Switch has blown my mind. When playing “1-2-Switch,” which is equivalent to “Wii Sports,” but was not included with the system, the HD rumble technology makes playing feel much more realistic. There’s a game that involves shaking a bottle of soda, and the joy-cons really feel like they are fizzing. It makes for a greater experience than just random vibrations, and I’m excited to see how it can be implemented in other games. To be able to “switch” from playing a game on your television to the portable screen without even pausing is revolutionary, and the Switch can really change gameplay for the future.
a spunky, acoustic-rap tune full of soul and attitude. The next song, “Castle on the Hill,” is melodic and airy but still makes your foot tap. The whole record is spent bouncing from one style to another, one vibe to the next, yet still manages to remain true to Sheeran’s original sound and personality. It’s clear that Sheeran stepped out of his comfort zone for this record, and it paid off immensely. Regardless if you like slower Sheeran tunes like “Thinking Out Loud” or prefer the hits that pack a punch like “Don’t,” this record will give you plenty to love and explore. Each song is a new surprise and a new experience in and of itself.
Khalid – “American Teen” Rarely do album names reflect the vision of a record as accurately as Khalid’s debut record “American Teen” does. The 19-year-old singer embodies the idea of the American teen himself, bringing those experiences to life in his lyrics. With song titles like “8TEEN,” “Young Dumb & Broke” and “Another Sad Love Song,” it’s hard not to feel like you’re in high school again. From the beginning, the title track gives off an airy, synth-pop vibe that could make anyone dance but preaches deeper messages like, “We don’t always say what we mean/That’s the lie of an American teen.” Despite this particular lyric, Khalid seems to open his heart and speak his mind with this album. One thing that sets “American Teen”
apart from other coming-of-age albums is its ability to blend together the most immature and also the most formative parts of growing up. Some tunes highlight the silly, irresponsible parts of being a teenager, like the song “8TEEN.” One lyric reads, “Damn, my car still smells like marijuana/My mom is gonna kill me.” However, other songs sing about heartbreak, loss and mental health, which are all struggles that teenagers must face as they grow up. One lyric from “Winter” states, “But the days get harder in November/Love grows colder in the winter.” Khalid makes a bold debut with his heartfelt and honest new music, which is sure to hit close to home or invoke some major nostalgia.
Minus the Bear – “VOIDS” After parting ways with their drummer and founding member Erin Tate, Minus the Bear has struggled to find their way forward. It has been five years since their last release, which is no small lapse of time in the eyes of their fans. However, despite the hiatus, Minus the Bear seems to have finally found their way to something powerful with their newest release entitled “VOIDS.” Overall, this record has a bit of a darker, more serious tone to it than their previous albums. The use of synthesizer and different pedalboards gives each song its own unique style and dimension, making the album versatile and occasionally inconsistent. “Invisible” is upbeat but gives off a dreamy, ethereal vibe, whereas “Robotic
Heart” has a heavier, electric rock sound. Some songs even change style mid-tune, leaving the listener pleasantly surprised. The slower, more emotional ballads are few and far between on this record, but Jake Snider’s occasional falsetto gives even the most high-paced songs on the record a smooth, collected feel. “VOIDS” manages to maintain a certain level of Minus the Bear’s classic sound, but also drifts into completely new territory and displays how far the band has come since their last release. The growth and struggle Minus the Bear has wrestled with can truly be heard and felt throughout this album, which has been their stepping stone back into the music scene.
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Barnes still critical of Williams’ high-caliber playing level Trenton Duffer
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Looking at the stats on paper for Grant Williams, you won’t find many things to complain about. Even as a freshman, the 6-foot-5-inch forward is second on the team in points per game with 12.8 and leads the team in rebounds and blocks per game with six and 60, respectively. He is tied for a freshman record. Williams’ 50.2 percentage shooting is also the best of any player on the team who has played at least 11 games. He’s also tied for a team-high 26 steals. All in all, Williams has not only been one of the best players on the team, but one of the best players in the SEC. However, as unbelievable as it may seem, there’s one person who is disappointed in Williams’ play this year: Vols Head Coach Rick Barnes. “I’m still disappointed in him. I’m not kidding you,� Barnes said. “I think he’s tougher than what he’s shown, and I think he’s too emotional. I think he’s too immature. I think he could be so much better than this.� There may not be a bigger critic of Williams’ play this season than Barnes. Despite Williams’ standout performances and leadership during the season, Barnes said after Saturday’s 59-54 win over Alabama that he expected Williams, a former two-star recruit, to win the SEC Freshman of the Year award this season. Although, it’s unlikely that Williams is awarded Freshman of the Year honors —
Grant Williams, #2, and Admiral Schofield, #5, try to block a shot from an Alabama player at Thompson-Boling Arena on March 4, 2017. Madison Nickell • The Daily Beacon that honor will likely go to Malik Monk at Kentucky — an All-SEC Freshman First Team may still be possible for Williams. He’s recorded back-to-back double-doubles, including 16 points and 10 rebounds against Alabama on Saturday. According to Barnes, this is the level that Williams should be playing. “What happened to him is that he was moving along pretty good, and then everything he wanted to do was score, score, score and score,â€? Barnes said. “When he’s only getting
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Williams doesn’t see Barnes’ comments as demeaning. In fact, he agrees with them. “He’s not doing it to put you down or mess with your head. He’s trying to get you to be the best player and best man you can be,â€? Williams said. “He’s right. I’ve got to be tougher. I’ve got to be more competitive. I know I can do it, but I’ve got to go out there and keep working ‌ We know that coach is always here for us, whether it’s on the court or off the court. “Even though he’s hard on us, I think we’re hard on him sometimes. We just got to do what we can for him and this university.â€? By the Numbers: 15: The amount of bench points Tennessee had against Alabama on Saturday. Entering the game, the Vols were averaging 28.4 bench points per game. 11th: The Vols ranking in the NCAA in terms of free throws made (576) and free throws attempted (792). 59: The lowest point total in a win the Vols have had since March 10, 2016 against Vanderbilt in the second round of the SEC Tournament. SEC Tournament Bound: With the regular season now over, the Vols will focus their attention on the SEC Tournament. With the victory, the Vols clinched the No. 9 seed in the tournament and will face No. 8 seed Georgia on Thursday at 1 p.m. ET in Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. With a win, the Vols would face off against No. 1 seed Kentucky in the quarterfinals on Friday. The Bulldogs (18-13, 9-9) are led by star guard J.J. Frazier, who shredded the Vols for 29 points in Georgia’s 76-75 win over Tennessee on Feb. 11. Georgia has won three straight over the Vols.
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SPORTS
The Daily Beacon • Monday, March 6, 2017
BASEBALL
Vols win back-and-forth affair at home, get sweep Damichael Cole Contributor
On Sunday, with a seven-game win streak on the line, the Tennessee baseball team was able to pull out a win and extend their winning streak in dramatic fashion. The Vols beat Norfolk State 5-4 in an 11-inning thriller to earn the series sweep against the Spartans. Senior Jeff Moberg continued his hot hitting with four hits on the afternoon. After he reached base and got into scoring position, Justin Ammons, the reigning SEC Freshman of the Week, lined a ball to the outfield that was able to get Moberg in. “I got up to bat, found a gap, and it just worked out for me,” Ammons said. “I knew he was coming back with a curveball; that was the best thing he had today.” One of the underlying stories from the game was the brilliant play of Reggie Southall at shortstop. Southall made two incredible plays that had a huge impact on the game result, including a diving stop up the middle to turn a double play in the 10th inning with Norfolk State threatening. “When it was hit, I told myself in my mind, ‘No, I’m not letting this get through,’ and I dove and got it. And I just flipped it to Moberg, and he did the rest,” Southall said. The team continued to hit the ball well by tallying 13 hits on the day, the eighth time this year the Vols have had doubledigit hits. However, a lot of the hits didn’t lead to runs, and there were some execution errors on offense. “I think our offense has done a very good job swinging the bat; now, it’s just about moving the baseball around when we need to get runners in scoring position,” head coach Dave Serrano said.
Sophomore Will Neely got the start on the mound and cruised through the first three innings, facing the minimum. He ended the day with 5.1 innings pitched giving up four runs (three earned) and striking out four batters. The bullpen was strong in their extra time out today. Garrett Stallings and Jon Lipinski combined to pitch 5.2 innings, giving up just four hits. For Stallings, he has been the go-to guy out of the bullpen. In 14 2/3 innings, he has given up just two runs and has a 1.23 ERA. He has been used a lot in the early going, which is something Serrano wants to avoid going forward. “He’s really valuable,” Serrano said. “We’ve got a long season, and he’s one of our key guys. And we can’t keep going to the well with him.” The game was a back-and-forth affair all the way until the very end. Tennessee took the lead early in the game using the execution that Serrano has been looking from the hitters. Santiago got on and advanced to second, Pete Derkay advanced him to third on a groundout and Thornton drove Santiago in with a sacrifice fly. “Those are the kind of details that go along with successful winning baseball in my mind,” Serrano said. The Norfolk State Spartans quickly responded, getting runs in the fourth and fifth inning. The 2-1 lead gave the Spartans their first lead of the entire series. Not to be denied, the Vols countered with two runs in the bottom of the fifth to regain the lead. They had the bases loaded with zero outs for the makings of a huge inning, but a double play minimized the damage to two runs. In the sixth inning, the Spartans scored two more runs to regain the lead, but the Vols added a run of their own in the sixth to tie it up.
Justin Ammons, #9, of the Tennessee Volunteers during the game against Norfolk State at Lindsey Nelson Stadium on March 5, 2017 Adrien Terricabras • The Daily Beacon After seeing runs scored in three consecutive innings, a drought began to take place. Neither team could break through after nine innings, and the game was headed for extras when Ammons smacked home Moberg in the 11th inning. Going forward, the Vols have a game on the road against ETSU on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. There is plenty of help that is expected to join the team and the pitching staff in the coming days. Kyle Serrano is expected to make his first
appearance next weekend. Jacob Westphal, who has been dealing with shoulder stiffness, is also expected to return to full health very soon. “You didn’t see some guys this weekend, some other guys that are very capable of helping this team be successful,” Serrano said. Serrano plans to work in several of his new arms as they gain more experience. Tuesday’s game at ETSU could be an opportunity for some of those players.