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Final gubernatorial candidate visits UT Libby Dayhuff

Staff Writer Businessman and Republican candidate for Tennessee’s gubernatorial race Randy Boyd spoke at UT’s Howard Baker Center on Wednesday as part of the Baker Center’s Leadership and Governance lecture series. Boyd, the third and final gubernatorial candidate to visit the lecture series, is the founder of Radio Systems Corporation, a local company that produces more than 4,000 pet products and employs more than 700 people. He explained that entrepreneurship has always played a major role in his life, especially now that he is running for governor. “I think it’s important that the next governor be an entrepreneur because I think government needs innovation, and that’s something that an entrepreneur, by nature, can bring,” Boyd said. However, despite Boyd’s emphasis on entrepreneurship, he also said a governor needs past experience in public service because running a government is not the same as running a business. “You can change lives forever in public service,” Boyd said. As the commissioners of economic and community development for the state department, Boyd explained that he is most focused on

education and economic development in rural Tennessee counties. “We’re going to put a major emphasis on putting music back into schools,” Boyd said. “Also, as a governor, one of things I plan on is putting a big emphasis on technical schools.” Boyd previously served as an unpaid advisor to Tennessee governor Bill Haslam and was integral in the creation of the Tennessee Promise program and the Drive to 55 initiative, two programs that aim to help state students. Boyd said there is a strong need for technical degrees in the state, and he hopes to increase the number of technical degrees awarded in the future. And overall, Boyd said he wants the state to be known for one of opportunity. “The goal is to make Tennessee the state of opportunity, particularly the opportunity for better education,” Boyd said. Boyd said he also wants to create more opportunities for rural Tennessee counties. “I want to make sure we’re providing the same opportunities and the same chances for our rural counties like we do in our urban areas,” Boyd said. “We’ve got a lot of (rural areas) that are struggling, and I want to focus on helping those communities.” Micah Willis, junior in agricultural communications, felt that Boyd’s desire to help rural areas is admirable as the potential next governor. “The biggest take-away from his presenta-

tion was his consideration for not just the urban areas but for rural areas as well,” Willis said. During the Q&A session of the lecture, Boyd was asked to comment on the recent feud between president Donald Trump and Senator Bob Corker (R-Tenn). Boyd said that his priorities were with the state’s needs after citing former president Ronald Reagan’s 11th commandment: “Say no evil to your fellow Republicans.” “I wish that was the way it could be,” Boyd said. “But as for me, I’m just going to focus on what Tennessee needs.” Boyd was also asked about outsourcing during the Q&A session and stated that he believes the decision should be left up to the University but also added that he was against outsourcing at UT. Boyd explained that encountering people with different opinions will always happen and that it is important to listen to them. “I think people who challenge your ideas make you better, and that is something I want to encourage,” Boyd said. Listening to others’ opinions and taking action are the keys to solving problems that Tennessee is currently facing. “If (Tennessee) was perfect, I wouldn’t be running for governor,” Boyd said. “I am hoping to make it better … and we’ve got a long ways to go.”

Visiting professor discusses race, Islam AJ Culpepper

Contributor In UT’s Cox Auditorium, Edward Curtis IV, professor of religious studies at Indiana University of Liberal Arts in Indianapolis, explored the intersections between identity, Islam and the African diaspora. UT’s Department of Religious Studies, in conjunction with the Muslim Student Association, hosted Curtis on Tuesday, Oct. 24. Curtis, who is also the author or editor of 10 books about Muslim American and African American studies, spoke at a lecture titled “Race, Islam and the African Diaspora.” The lecture was given as a part of the annual Siddiqi lecture series. Started in 2014, the series aimed to bring top Islamic scholars to campus and to advance conversations about Islam both on campus and in the Knoxville community. Curtis received his doctorate in religious studies from the University of South Africa, and his areas of interest include Africana religions and Islamic studies. One of his books, “Muslims in America: A Short History,” which examined the history of Muslims in the U.S. from the colonial period to present times, was named one of the best 100 books of 2009 by Publishers Weekly.

Manuela Ceballos, assistant professor in the UT religious studies department, introduced Curtis to the crowd of about 200 people. “Dr. Curtis is one of the foremost experts on Islam in America,” Ceballos said, detailing his accomplishments in the field of Islamic and Africana studies. Curtis began his lecture by probing the audience’s mental images of Muslim-Americans. He identified popular black Muslim figures such as Malcolm X and Muhammed Ali. He also noted a shift in American perspectives of Muslims. “The face of Islam in America has changed since the 1960s and 1970s,” Curtis said. “The American image of the racialized brown Muslim is so powerful that black Muslims have to a certain extent become invisible.” Curtis then discussed the demographics of Muslim-Americans, showing that Americanborn, African-American Muslims represent 13 percent of the adult Muslim community. Curtis then explored the development of African American identity in Muslim communities, specifically that of the black Arabs of the Jordan Valley and the Siddis of India. He suggested that black and African-Muslims responded to and developed their traditions of Islam partly in response to violence inflicted during the African diaspora. The African diaspora refers to communi-

ties around the world that resulted from the movement of African peoples. The largest such communities exist in Brazil, the U.S. and Haiti. Historically, the term is associated with the descendants of the West and Central Africans who were enslaved and shipped to the Americas through the Atlantic slave trade between the 16th and 19th centuries. Curtis also spoke about the role of antiblackness in the modern world and the scientific racism that established a biological order in which blacks were considered the least human of all people. He also shared his personal feelings regarding the division of the African continent into North Africa and sub-Saharan Africa, saying that it was both racist and blind to the influence of the African diaspora on Islam and thus on Muslim African and Asian societies. Curtis concluded the lecture by supporting the importance of the study for peace in modern society. He said that studying African-American Muslims and African influence on Islam is valuable for non-Muslims because it prevents a monolithic view of Muslims. Curtis said a complex view of Islam that includes its different interpretations and practices is essential to understanding the religion and challenging the rise of Islamophobia.

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Local historian reveals Knoxville’s hidden history Ali Kammona

Staff Writer Stories of the UT’s rich history buzzed about the room in the Alumni Memorial Building (AMB) during Jack Neely’s lecture Tuesday evening. A prominent figure in Knoxville, Neely works as a local journalist and has written many books focusing on Knoxville’s history and heritage. Prefacing his talk, Neely spoke of his motivation to cover the seemingly unspoken history of Knoxville and, more specifically, UT’s unknown history. “This is a very interesting piece of ground,” Neely said. “I think we do it a disservice when we don’t tell a lot of the stories of this plot, this peninsula, this place, this campus.” Neely covered a wide array of topics, ranging from UT’s original name as Blount College under its first president, Samuel Carrick, to various stories of the alumni and visitors that have been on campus. Neely emphasized the depth of his Knoxville knowledge with mentions of historic shootouts on Gay Street between rivaling families as well as with happier stories of alumni’s achievements in creating the modern-day Olympics. Even Circle Park held a position of impor-

tance in the talk; Neely shared suspicions that the park might have possible ties to the architect of New York City’s Central Park, Frederick Law Olmsted. No matter where the stories strayed, Neely always brought the focus back to UT and even more so to the building that housed the evening’s discussion. “I’ve always loved this building (AMB) ... ever since the very first time I was walking in here,” Neely said. “I believe I was a teenager — a starstruck teenager — coming to see my hero, Gene Roddenberry, the creator of Star Trek.” Tales of the legends who graced AMB dominated a majority of the evening. World-renowned Russian composer, pianist and conductor Sergei Rachmaninoff was one such individual. “Today, it’s known around the world that this building is where the great composer Sergei Rachmaninoff gave the last performance of his entire career,” Neely said. “He gave a piano performance here in early 1953 and didn’t realize he was dying of cancer.” Rachmaninoff performed his last recital on Feb. 17, 1943, at UT’s former Alumni Gymnasium. The performance included Chopin’s Piano Sonata No. 2, which contains a funeral march. Afterward, Rachmaninoff became so ill that he had to return home, where he died a month later.

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Neely went on to list the names of many acclaimed musicians and composers who have performed in the building, including Frank Sinatra in 1941. Neely’s report of Knoxville’s history inspired curiosity in the UT students who attended the night’s talk. Dylan Douglas, junior in political science, had his perceptions of Knoxville and UT altered by what he had learned about the university’s effect on the city. “You think about UT being such a big part of Knoxville’s culture, but I didn’t ever think about how it wasn’t that,” Douglas said. “It had to start somewhere.” Others gained a deeper appreciation for the campus and developed a more inquisitive view of the university. “I’m actually going to walk around and look for some of these things he mentioned on campus,” senior in journalism Lisa Oliver said. Douglas and Oliver were not the only ones affected by the evening’s lecture. Abby Bower, junior in journalism, saw immense value in the heritage of the university. “It’s not one of those campuses that we really know everything about,” Bower said. “I think we should talk about it and share the stories we have and maybe make it a place where we remember all the traditions.”

Jack Neely lectures about the history of UT on Oct. 24th, 2017 at AMB. Corey Markus / The Daily Beacon Neely emphasized the importance of these stories, and his impassioned words reflected the value he places on these tales. “They are human stories,” Neely said. “Each one of them tells us something about the human experience. They tell us something about this place, and it makes people care about this place.”

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Sushi showdown: Nama vs. Chaiyo’s Neeley Moore

Copy Editor If you’re searching for sushi options beyond the POD, there are a couple within a short walk or drive; both Nama and Chaiyo’s offer sushi rolls and unique atmospheres for eating off-campus. But which one stands out over the other? Once you take taste, price, quality, quantity and atmosphere into accord, deciding can be difficult. However, here is my breakdown of each restaurant to make choosing a little easier. Nama: With two locations 10 minutes from campus, Nama is a high-quality sushi restaurant, specializing in sushi rolls. They also boast that they are “Knoxville’s best.” Upon walking into Nama’s Gay Street location, one’s mood is almost instantly altered by the atmosphere. Even on a weekday, the spot is crowded by couples on dates and groups of friends. Most people were somewhat dressed up. Nama gives customers the option of sitting on the porch and observing busy downtown or sitting indoors within a softly lit room. For a majority of Nama’s signature rolls, the price varies from $15-20. However, Nama also is known for its Monday night half-price rolls. Although normally $17 would be a lot for a student’s budget, the half-price deals make Nama almost too good to be true. On a Monday night, customers can order some “crunchy shrimp” or a “Cali roll” for only $4.50. My waitress told me her favorite was the “soy joy,” a roll with spicy tuna, seared albacore, cucumber, and tempura crunchies wrapped in soy paper and topped with fantasy sauce, eel sauce, wasabi aioli and scallion, all for $7.50. At Nama, the wait is fairly long; however, I did visit on a Monday, so my wait might have been lengthened by the half-price deal. Yet when my roll arrived, I was delighted. For the low price, you can still get a roll with around 10 pieces (depending on the type of roll and size). I enjoyed a combination of well-paired flavors, from the crunch of the vegetables to the sweet sauce drizzled over the roll. As a fan of sushi, I was very pleased with the taste, quantity and look of the roll. A benefit of sushi is that it’s easy to order a few rolls and then share with friends if you

all want more options. Overall, Nama is a great location for a date or a night out. Because of the prices, I would go on a Monday. Additionally, if you’re considering Nama, I would advise dressing up to match the more upscale environment. Chaiyo’s: Chaiyo’s offers slightly different options than Nama. One benefit is that the single location is within walking distance from campus, located just a block down from Volunteer Hall. The restaurant isn’t exclusively sushi. It offers just as many Thai dishes as sushi rolls. If you’re looking for a place for a decentlysized meal of delicious Thai cuisine, it’s a great choice. As I walked into Chaiyo’s, I immediately knew it would be a different experience from Nama’s. The place is far more relaxed as a whole. The majority of people dining are college students, so there is no pressure to dress nice or fit a downtown vibe. The sushi menu is cheaper than Nama’s standard prices but more expensive than Nama’s Monday night deals. Their “super crunch” roll, including eel salmon, crab, scallions, roe, and cream cheese, fried tempura style and topped with eel sauce and sesame, is $10.50. Most of their rolls come with 10 pieces, about the same as Nama. Chaiyo’s also offers combinations of sushi rolls in case one is dining by oneself and can’t split with a friend. For example, their “sushi combo” has five pieces of a “California roll” and five pieces of a “nigiri roll.” When waiting for my roll, I could watch the chef make it from my booth. It wasn’t a long wait, only 15 to 20 minutes from ordering to receiving my food. When eating my roll at Chaiyo’s, I was happy that it rivaled Nama’s in taste and flavor. The combinations of the rolls and their exciting flavors were delicious. I have to say, however, that I prefer Nama’s sauce as well as their presentation of their rolls. I left Chaiyo’s within 45 minutes after a relaxing sit-down dining experience — which I preferred over than Nama’s waiting time and ambiance. The more casual atmosphere made the place more suitable for a study break rather than a night out, with a price cheaper than Nama’s six days of the week. In conclusion: Nama wins for atmosphere and quality, but Chaiyo’s offers a pretty decent runner-up for decent prices and a laid-back feel.

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Library artist talks role in student success, expression William Carr

Contributor Ingrid Ruffin may not be a name you are familiar with, but if you have ever strolled by the POD Market or Starbucks in Hodges Library, it is likely that you have noticed her artwork. Officially, Ruffin is the Coord0inator of Student Success and the Learning Commons. She has been working for the library since 2014, illustrating announcements about library events and services. Ruffin studied art in high school and during her early college years before deciding to join the Air Force. “After the military, my professional interests took a different turn, so now I create art for fun,” Ruffin said. After serving in the Air Force, she earned a bachelor’s degree in English as well as master’s degrees in English and library and information studies from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Ruffin began working for the University of Tennessee in 2012. She was approached about working on illustrating announcements for the library two years later. “The marketing office in the libraries wanted a new way to advertise library services and activities,” Ruffin said. “They knew my art

background and asked me if I wanted to try, and I figured I’d do it for a few times and then pass it on.” Although she expected to pass the role on to another individual after a few pieces, Ruffin has now been the main artist working on the design wall for nearly three years. However, she does hope to get some others to participate in the artwork and diversify the style of illustrations. “This year I sought volunteers from the libraries’ faculty and staff to participate, so there will be a few other artists from now on,” Ruffin said. The most recent October design is by Victoria Ogle, library staff member and graduate student. Ogle described the moment when she was first approached about doing an illustration for the library. “Ingrid had not previously been aware of my artistic bent, but when she saw (my drawings), she mentioned that she was looking for other people to participate on the window,” Ogle said. Despite looking for supplementary artists, Ruffin loves the work she does. Her favorite parts of working on these illustrations over the years have been the responses she gets from students and faculty. “Students, faculty and staff have mentioned

how much they look forward to what will be up next on the wall. It helps bring the community together in a small way,” Ruffin stated. Ruffin draws her inspiration for pieces from a variety of things. “Sometimes it is the season, holiday, special library event or someone will suggest an idea,” Ruffin said. “One wall I painted with a cat in a basket was because one of the library staff members challenged me to draw a cute cat in a basket, so I did and related it back to our De-Stress for Success program that we do at the end of every semester.” When asked about some of her favorite illustrations, Ruffin says she has enjoyed creating every single one of them. “I really enjoyed them all for different reasons, but I am particularly proud of the Sugar Skull that I did for the Día de los Muertos celebration, which we hosted in partnership with the Spanish department,” Ruffin said. Ruffin continued on to say that she also enjoyed working on the bald eagle head for Independence Day, one that was an ode to Lichtenstein-styled art, as well as the most recent one for October, which she didn’t design but assisted with. Ruffin hopes that people can take something away from her work, too. “I hope that they get a little bit of joy or inspiration and realize that they can contribute to

The October piece which Ingrid assisted in creating located on the second floor of Hodges Library. Emily Gowder / The Daily Beacon their environment and community by creating beautiful things,” Ruffin said. “I also hope that they see how much the libraries are invested in them because we are trying to create an interesting and inspirational environment.”

It all starts with a suit: Brothers United For Excellence Neeley Moore

Copy Editor Creating a new generation of leaders can start with a suit. At least, that’s what the members of student organization Brothers United for Excellence believe. The mission statement defined by the words of president Juanya Smith is that Brothers United for Excellence (B.U.E.) is a place to “build a platform for young men to grow within themselves.” “Mostly we’re just an organization for males on campus, for learning more about being a gentleman,” Smith said. “For teaching the essential things needed for being a man. Also, we want to be an organization they can call home.” B.U.E. was established in fall 2015 by president and founder Michael James Curtis, who now serves as vice president of UT’s student body. On the date of B.U.E’s inception, an initiative event titled “100 Men in Suits” took place on campus, in which members all wore suits. Curtis hoped that the event would serve as a platform for young males and introduce professionalism among his peers.

“It symbolizes unity,” Curtis said, on the day of 100 Men in Suits. “Unity for certain causes … No matter the feelings we may have, we’re going to come together for a certain cause. I think that is symbolized … with all the men dressed in suits. With unity that expresses that professionalism.” “These men want to show that AfricanAmerican men will not be looked down upon,” an article from the Office of Sorority and Fraternity Life at the time of 100 Men in Suits read. Their group is made up of “aspiring engineers, lawyers, doctors, teachers and many other professional positions,” the article claims. In the past two years, B.U.E. has continued to uphold its ideology. “When I got here, I met Michael Curtis, and I saw B.U.E trying to get started,” Smith said. “I wanted to be a part of making this a great organization. Michael reached out to me and asked me to be on the first executive board. Ever since then, I’ve been able to just watch it flourish.” The organization’s bi-weekly meetings act as a platform on campus primarily for males interested in becoming young professionals which equip them with resources and appropriate attire.

The members of B.U.E. host workshops such as “Professionalism 101” and teach students to create resumes. Members also regularly reach out to suit warehouses in order to help out with various events that support students. Invited warehouses attend meetings and events in order to communicate to members every aspect of wearing a suit, down to color coordination. A driving force of Brothers United for Excellence is pushing the students towards community, states Juanya Smith. “We’re good at giving back to the community. Community is one of our core values, making sure we’re giving back,” Smith said. “We touch in with the local high schools and go in and are mentors for them.” Throughout these various events, Smith said the group’s growth has been incredible to witness. “I have seen a lot of benefit, even from my personal experience. I can say I’ve grown extremely as a person, as a professional. I have watched my closet change. I went from not caring to wanting to present myself,” Smith said. “I find myself at my highest confidence level when I am dressed up because I am putting my best foot forward. It’s helped me grow as a male on the university’s campus and taught me a lot

about what I want out of life.” In addition to growing as a primarily student-led organization, B.U.E is thriving. Smith believes B.U.E.’s success is due to several unique factors. “It’s creating leaders,” Smith said. “The fact it’s run by students give students the opportunities to lead. In the real world, businesses are looking for people to lead on an intellectual platform … Being student-led is giving students ways to lead many people (doing) their everyday jobs … We’re preparing our members for the real world, giving our members a lot of experience.” According to Smith, the members of B.U.E. have also heavily contributed to the organization’s accomplishments. “To know there is a large amount of young men that want to chase the same thing and be successful is a special thing. New members are coming in. We are progressing as an organization and getting our name out there. The people in the organization and what they’re doing out the of the organization are making sure B.U.E. is serving a good name for many,” Smith said. As the suit symbolizes excellence and professionalism in our society, Brothers United for Excellence exists to keep that symbol held high.

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Vols head to Arkansas Tennessee football players for their season finale suspended after citation Cory Sanning

Copy Editor As the final date of the regular season rears its head, the Tennessee women’s soccer team finds itself in uncharted territory. For the first time all year, the Vols have lost two consecutive matches, including a thriller to the rival Florida Gators on Sunday. Boasting 13 wins on the season, Tennessee will be looking to record its largest win total under head coach Brian Pensky since 2012, when the Volunteers tallied 14 victories and made their most recent NCAA Tournament appearance. Ending the regular season on the road against the Arkansas Razorbacks will be no easy task, but the Vols seem up to the challenge. “They’re determined, and I think our team is conscientious of the situation,” Pensky said. “We’ve dropped two games in a row, and they’re not pleased.” The Razorbacks are 5-4 at home and have won two of their previous three matches, including victories over the Kentucky Wildcats and the LSU Tigers. Tennessee, on the other hand, is coming off of back-to-back defeats at the hands of the Vanderbilt Commodores and Florida Gators. Heading into Thursday, the two teams couldn’t be more evenly matched, despite the record disparity. Both the Vols and the Razorbacks have recorded at least four con-

ference victories, and both teams gave No. 3 South Carolina trouble. For the season, Tennessee allows just .82 goals per game, while Arkansas allows just 1.06. Both teams have given up under 20 goals to the opposition, with UT retaining a slight 14-19 edge in that department. Although the Vols’ has been one of the more prolific offenses in the SEC, the Razorbacks’ follows close behind. Tennessee has recorded 40 total goals, while Arkansas has recorded 37. The Vols are led by three-time SEC Offensive Player of the Week Khadija Shaw, who ranks second in the conference in goals scored with 13. Junior Anna Bialczak has also come on strong, with six goals and four assists on the season. “I feel like I’ve been playing all right, but I give all the props to my teammates,” Bialczak said. “I wouldn’t be able to put the ball in the net without them, so I’m feeling pretty good.” Arkansas is led by freshman Parker Goins, who leads the team in goals this season with eight. She also leads the team in game winners on the year with four. With the SEC Tournament approaching quickly, the Vols will be in for a challenge on Thursday night, but Pensky says his players will be more than ready. “The biggest word to describe these guys is competitive, and they hate to lose,” Pensky said. “We have no doubt in our minds that they will respond well on Thursday.” Tennessee (13-3-1) will face Arkansas at Razorback Field on Thurs. Oct. 26 at 8 p.m. ET.

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Starting running back John Kelly and linebacker Will Ignont have been suspended following a citation during a traffic stop on Tuesday night. Head coach Butch Jones released a statement Wednesday evening to announce the suspension. “John Kelly and Will Ignont will be suspended for the Kentucky game as a result of the incident on Tuesday night,” Jones said in his statement. “Members of our football team have a responsibility to represent the University of Tennessee in a first-class manner. I met with John and Will today, and they understand their actions were unacceptable.” First reported by WATE, Knoxville police say that Kelly was driving a car along Cumberland Avenue around 10:45 with Ignont in the passenger’s seat. Police pulled the car over near 11th Street after noticing one of the vehicle’s headlights was out. When officers approached the car, they say a strong smell came from the open window. According to the report, the players were asked to step out of the vehicle and consented

Weekend Sports Preview Baseball:

This week, the Tennessee baseball team has been hosting their annual Orange and White Fall World Series. The event, an intrasquad scrimmage, is held during the last week of fall practice. With 15 newcomers added to the roster, the scrimmages are a good chance to get a look at what kind of team the Vols will put together under first-year head coach Tony Vitello. Game three will take place Friday at 5:30 p.m. at Lindsey Nelson Stadium and will put an end to fall practice.

Volleyball:

The Tennessee volleyball team (10-8, 3-6) will face two SEC opponents on the road this weekend. The Vols will travel to College Station on Friday to play Texas A&M. On Sunday, Tennessee will travel to Baton Rouge to face LSU. The Vols have been paced by sophomore Alyssa Andreno, junior Erica Treiber and sophomore Sedona Hansen this season.

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Khadija Shaw, #10, during the game against Florida at Regal Soccer Stadium on Oct. 22, 2017. Harley DiMarco / The Daily Beacon

to a search. Located in the center console, officers found what was believed to be a clear bag of marijuana. KPD says there were 4.6 grams in the bag. Officers also found a glass pipe. Neither player claimed ownership. Both Kelly and Ignont were cited and allowed to leave. However, they must turn themselves in for booking at the Knox County Sheriff’s Office by Nov. 7 at 7:30 a.m. Ignont was cited for possession of drug paraphernalia, a misdemeanor. Kelly was cited for possession of a Schedule six drug — a misdemeanor — not having a headlight and not having proof of insurance. Kelly has experienced a breakout season in 2017 as the Vols’ starting tailback. He currently ranks fourth in the SEC in rushing yards per game (87.9) and sixth in rushing touchdowns (6). Kelly is also first on the team in receptions (26) and second in receiving yards (255). Ignont, the highly touted freshman linebacker, has seen his playing time increase as the season has progressed. He played a significant number of snaps against Alabama and recorded a tackle. The Vols play Kentucky in Lexington on Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7:30.

The Tennessee swimming and diving team will be in competition Friday, hosting a dual meet with Kentucky and Indiana at Allan Jones Aquatic Center. Sam McHugh paced

Tennessee on the men’s side in the dual meet against Auburn and Wisconsin, winning the 200-yard butterfly. Rachel Rubadue found victory in the 1-meter springboard, and Alexis Yager won the 200 breaststroke.

Men’s tennis:

The Tennessee men’s tennis team will appear in two tournaments this coming weekend. Beginning with the SEC Fall Invitational in Fayetteville, Arkansas, the Vols will look to continue their winning ways. Junior Timo Stodder reached the finals at the Ohio Valley Regionals last week. Following that, the team will travel south to Birmingham, Alabama, to participate in the Players’ Choice Open.

Women’s tennis:

Head coach Alison Ojeda and the Vols will be hosting the Tennessee Fall Invite from Friday, Oct. 27 to Sunday, Oct. 29 at the Goodfriend Tennis Center. The tournament’s format will closely follow that of typical spring play, with two teams facing off in a dual-style singles play match, followed by a doubles round in which all four teams will be participating. At the conclusion of the tournament, both a singles champion and a pair of doubles champions will be crowned.

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No. 1042

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7 9

7 Militant sort 12 Scrubbed

15 Start of a big fight?

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14 Mystery writer ___ Jackson Braun

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16 Champagne is one 17 One difficult to tie down 19 Billing units: Abbr. 20 Dreamer of myth 21 Brand of changecounting machines 23 TV Gold? 24 ___ New York (upscale department store chain) 25 Short but not necessarily sweet 26 Applesaucetopped nosh

27 Prestigious research university

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29 Split 15

30 Colorful summer treats

33 Turkish pooh-bah

34 Placated, with â&#x20AC;&#x153;toâ&#x20AC;?

36 Founder of two automobile companies

38 Some postgraduate study 41 Ability to learn and adapt neurologically

44 Says without saying

38 42

45 Bad sign

46 Muddied

47 Antinuke pact topic

48 Habiliments

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1 Dateable one

13 Big band singer Vic

2 Not fancy at all

14 Mucho

3 Typical results

16 Fasteners with flat tops

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18 Crafts site

6 Weight-watchers watch it

22 Sitcom world

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21 Suffragist Carrie Chapman ___

30 Reality winners beginning in 2002 31 That, in France 32 Breaks things off 34 Media of exchange 35 Superexcited 37 Places to cool it?

24 Fruity dessert

38 Major storm detritus

25 Get along

39 Elite group

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40 Arthur ___, inventor of the crossword puzzle 42 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Casablancaâ&#x20AC;? lover 43 Chanel rival

SPORTS

The Daily Beacon • Thursday, October 26, 2017

FOOTBALL

Vols hoping to succeed Saturday Bituli looking to ‘get the job done’ against Kentucky without Kelly Tyler Wombles Sports Editor

Tyler Wombles

Sports Editor On Monday, Tennessee football head coach Butch Jones didn’t predict an easywin for his 3-4 Vols for Saturday’s game against the Kentucky Wildcats. Instead, he spoke on the various strengths that Kentucky showcases, including its players and its level of physicality. “It’s going to be a great challenge going to Lexington on Saturday night,” Jones said. On Wednesday, that challenge grew. Tennessee announced in a statement by Jones that standout running back John Kelly, along with freshman linebacker Will Ignont, would be suspended for Saturday’s contest after both were cited by KPD for possession of drugs. Kelly has been one of the few bright spots for a Tennessee offense that hasn’t scored a touchdown in 14 quarters. He has carried the ball 125 times on the season, notching 615 yards and six scores. The loss of Kelly could force Tennessee to rely more heavily on redshirt freshman Jarrett Guarantano’s ability to run the ball, which hasn’t been on full display so far this year. Guarantano, a dual-threat quarterback, will be starting just his third career game when the Vols travel to Lexington. Guarantano has completed 32 of his 358pass attempts for 231 yards, one touchdown and one interception on the season. He was 9-of-16 passing for 44 yards and one interception in Tennessee’s 45-7 loss to Alabama last Saturday. “I do see progress in Jarrett,” Jones said. “I think one thing you can’t question is his toughness. I thought he showed great competitive grit (against Alabama) … I see a young man who’s very confident, who believes in his teammates and believes he’s going to make the play. “I saw progress from week one to week two in his development in terms of being the starting quarterback.” The Wildcats are 5-2 on the year, including a 2-2 mark in SEC play, and are coming off of a 45-7 loss to Mississippi State. They lost to SEC-East opponent Florida by a mark of 28-27 on Sept. 23. “They’re a very physical team, a very tough team,” Guarantano said. “They’re 5-2, so they figure out how to win games. They definitely could have beaten Florida, but they had a few mental errors in the process.

Jarrett Guarantano, #2, during the game against South Carolina at Neyland Stadium on Oct. 14, 2017. Adrien Terricabras / The Daily Beacon “They’re definitely a very good team and we’re just looking forward to the test.” Senior quarterback Stephen Johnson is 112-of-183 passing on the season for 1,355 yards, nine touchdowns and four interceptions. The signal caller has also rushed 53 times for 198 yards and two touchdowns. Sophomore running back Benny Snell Jr. leads Kentucky in rushing with 541 yards and six scores on 133 carries, followed by Sihiem King with 42 carries for 203 yards. Senior wide receiver Garrett Johnson is first on the roster with 369 receiving yards and two touchdowns on 32 catches. Junior tight end C.J. Conrad is next with 195 yards and three scores on just nine receptions. The Wildcats have been paced on defense this season by junior safety Mike Edwards, who has notched 54 total tackles and three interceptions so far this season. Courtney Love follows with 51 tackles. “They have a really strong and solid secondary, back seven, linebackers too,” Tennessee senior tight end Ethan Wolf said. “Their defensive line is definitely solid as well. I would say their strength is back there, and they have a lot of good players … We’ve got to come out here this Saturday and start from the first play and finish all the way through the last.” The Vols defeated the Wildcats 49-36 last season. Jones has never lost to Kentucky during the five seasons that he has headed the Tennessee program.

John Kelly may be facing some newfound competition for his starting running back spot. Sophomore linebacker Daniel Bituli joked Monday about the possibility of switching positions to tailback after his 97-yard pick six gave Tennessee its only points in the team’s 45-7 loss to Alabama Saturday. “I wouldn’t mind it,” Bituli said. While Bituli likely won’t be taking snaps at running back anytime soon, he did make an unforgettable impression with his ball-carrying ability after grabbing the interception. Bituli’s pick came off of a pass thrown by Alabama backup quarterback Tua Tagovailoa during the third quarter of Saturday’s contest. He bobbled the initial catch before rushing upfield, following several blockers to the Crimson Tide’s end zone. “The quarterback didn’t see me because of (Quart’e Sapp’s) blitz and just threw it,” Bituli said. “And lucky I was under the ball, was able to make a play.” The interception was one of the few high points for Tennessee against the Crimson Tide and was also a defining moment for Bituli’s personal records, marking his the first career interception. The native of Antioch, Tennessee, attended high school at Nashville Christian. He was named 2015 Class 1A Mr. Football Lineman of the Year in Tennessee and was listed as a four-star prospect by 247 Sports, ESPN, Rivals and Scout. Despite playing for a smaller school while being recruited, Bituli doesn’t feel that his ability to compete physically with opponents is lacking. Instead, he prides himself on his level of physicality on the field. “I was actually made fun of, told that since I’m at 1A, I wouldn’t be able to hit with the older guys and everything,” Bituli said. “So I definitely want to improve myself. But at the end of the day, it’s football. I knew what I signed up for. I love to hit. “I am where I’m at because of my physicality.” Bituli played in nine games for Tennessee as a freshman last season, recording nine total tackles, but his signature performance came in the Vols’ season-opening win over Georgia Tech this year. He notched 23 tackles during the 42-41 victory, leading the Vols in tackles and helping pace the

team’s defense. “(Against Georgia Tech) I was able to prove to myself that I could compete with the older guys and run as fast as they could and tackle them,” Bituli said. “So it definitely showed a lot of confidence.” Bituli’s performance to this point in the season has also made an impact on his defensive coordinator, Bob Shoop. Shoop praised Bituli during media availability Monday. “Daniel Bituli continues to emerge as a really good young player,” Shoop said. That confidence may be necessary for Bituli and his teammates to finish the season strong. The Vols are 3-4 overall on the year, with a 0-4 mark in SEC play, and they have struggled to find success so far this season. “It’s easy to love something when you’re winning at it, but you really start to love the sport and see how much you care about it when things aren’t going your way,” Bituli said. “This season has definitely shown me how much I love the sport … Those are my brothers in the locker room, and I know they have my back, and I got theirs. “I’ve just got to lean on them, hoping that they’ll do their job, and they’ve got to lean on me, hoping I’ll do mine. That’s where the confidence comes from. Just got to get the job done.”

Daniel Bituli, #35, addresses the media on Oct. 24, 2017. Harley DiMarco / The Daily Beacon