Zeng, Stone aiming higher as champions Blake Von Hagen Staff Writer
FILE - Colin Zeng in the one-meter springboard during the double meet against Kentucky and Indiana at Allan Jones Intercollegiate Aquatic Center on Oct. 27, 2017. Adrien Terricabras, File / The Daily Beacon
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As Colin (Zhipeng) Zeng prepared for one of the biggest moments of his diving career, he could not help but ponder a question that had been on his mind since the beginning of the season: Was he at the right college? Zeng pushed the question to the side as he executed flawless dives, winning the NCAA men’s platform diving championship and becoming the first Ohio State diver to win a national championship since 2008. That was last season. After winning the title, Zeng decided to answer this question. The answer led him to Dave Parrington, Tennessee’s long-time diving coach, who recruited Zeng out of high school but was unable to land him at the time. “Not too long after NCAA’s, we got the call that Colin was looking to move for various reasons and that he was really interested in looking at us again,” Parrington said. This time around, things worked out, and Zeng is already excelling at Tennessee. The redshirt junior from Fujian, China has earned the SEC Diver of the Week award three times this fall. Zeng scored a 439.65 on the 3-meter springboard in a dual meet at Louisville, the fifth-best six-dive score in Tennessee history. He also scored a 422.55 on the 1-meter at the Tennessee Invitational for the third-best score in program history. Zeng has won every 1-meter event he has participated in this season and has had almost the same success on the 3-meter, finishing first every time but once. He has competed in his specialty event, the platform, just once this season. He made it count, scoring a 460.20 and breaking the Tennessee record held by Gabi Chereches, who scored one point lower in 2001. Zeng does not hesitate to acknowledge his newfound success this season under Parrington. “Oh, definitely,” Zeng said. “I am very confident that I am going to be even better this year.” It has been said that competition breeds excellence; this principle is on display daily at Allan Jones Aquatic Center, home to the Tennessee swimming and diving team. Just look at Zeng and his teammate Liam Stone. Stone is the defending SEC Diver of the Year, and he also won the 2016 National
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Championship on the 1-meter springboard. Now he has had the opportunity to compete alongside a fellow top-10 finisher on both the 1-meter and the 3-meter at the NCAA Championships last season. “It’s been awesome. I mean, we push each other every single day,” Stone said about training with Zeng. “We are always competing, and we get along great, which helps as well.” Zeng is no stranger to intrasquad competition. He competed alongside Christopher Law at Ohio State last season, who was a top 15 finisher on the 3-meter springboard and the platform at the NCAA’s. Zeng says his competition with Stone is both competitive and friendly, but it’s never hostile. “It’s really cool, and it’s very encouraging every day during practice to train and get better,” Zeng said. “It’s a very competitive environment, and it is a lot of fun.” They might be quiet and friendly as they compete, but the level of competition does not go unnoticed by those that are in the building. Tennessee head coach Matt Kredich may be more focused on the swimmers, but he has not failed to see what is happening in the diving well. “He (Colin) has been an incredibly valuable addition…I have certainly seen Liam benefit, and I think Colin has benefited from Liam’s skill as well,” Kredich said. “To have people who are aiming to be the best in the world — that’s contagious.” As 13-time SEC Coach of the Year Parrington looked around his office at the many duos of divers that have come under his tutelage during his 28 seasons at Tennessee, he could not help but feel Zeng and Stone will be among the best he has seen. “We have had some pretty good duos, looking back on it, but they (Zeng and Stone) are going to be right in their company,” Parrington said. “We are going to see what the deal is once they are both done with their eligibility, but they are already in some pretty elite company.” For now, Zeng continues to look toward the bright future he has at Tennessee and beyond. He has set a few marks that he will try to achieve in the future. “Goals: NCAA and SEC Champion, and eventually the Olympics,” Zeng said. “I do it to please God instead of to please people. It’s been a gift since I was little, and I want to continue in college and even beyond college.”
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that there was definitely a disconnect with John Currie; I think that Phillip Fulmer knows what Tennessee means to the people of this region ... And I think having that perspective in the administration is invaluable.” On Sunday, protests erupted on campus concerning the alleged hiring of Ohio State Students wave various signs in front of the Anderson training defensive coordinator Greg Schiano center before the joint press conference between UT athletic as the new head director Phillip Fulmer and Chancellor Beverly Davenport on coach of the Vols, Friday. Adrien Terricabras / The Daily Beacon ready to turn this program around.” with many citing Tidwell also remarked on the dissatisfaction of his connection to Jerry Sandusky while the two worked at Penn State. Schiano came under the Vols fanbase and said that he believed there speculation that he knew of Sandusky’s acts of would be more attention to the fanbase under child rape at Penn State and was accused by Fulmer than Currie, citing the heavy involvement of the Haslam family. protestors of covering it up. “If reports are true, then he and Jimmy Haslam “I think it’s just been a wild ride; you never operated independent of the athletic department know what is coming next,” Tidwell said. Despite the various developments that have and the other boosters,” Tidwell said. “And from occured, Sam Meyer, freshman in marketing, what I understand, Phillip Fulmer will not bow said he felt the change to Fulmer would posi- to the wishes of Jimmy Haslam, and I think that’s important because this isn’t the University tively turn around the events of the past week. “It’s been a mess, but I think they’re going of Haslam; this is the University of Tennessee. to turn it around now. They made the right And it’s for the students; it’s for the people of decision, and we’ve gone through a week of Tennessee. And I think for too long it’s just been embarrassment,” Meyer said. “But after all this, one person making those decisions, and I’m it’s really woken up the fanbase, and they’re really really, really glad to see that happening.”
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Students assembled outside of the Ray and Lucy Hand Digital Studio during UT Chancellor Beverly Davenport’s press conference on Friday afternoon regarding the future of Director of Athletics (AD) John Currie. Davenport announced the suspension of Currie around 3:30 p.m. in an email to all UT affiliates, and the email was followed with the press conference, introducing former UT football head coach Phillip Fulmer as the new AD. Currie has served as AD since his appointment on April 1, 2017 and his suspension followed his search for UT’s next head football coach. At the press conference, Davenport confirmed that she asked Currie to return home from a trip to Los Angeles where he was meeting with prospective coach Mike Leach, current head coach at Washington State University. Jake Tidwell, sophomore in recreation and sports management, said he came in support of Fulmer’s new position and “the steps that Tennessee is taking in the right direction.” Like others who supported Fulmer as AD, Tidwell said he approved of the decision to bring in a director that had more experience with the Vols. Prior to his appointment as AD, Fulmer played for the Vols and served as head coach from 1992 through 2008 as well as acted as special advisor to UT President Joe DiPietro for community, athletics and university relations. “I think it’s very admirable and a great decision to bring back a Tennessee guy and put him as the athletic director,” Tidwell said. “I think
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The Student Government Association (SGA) collaborated with the Center for Health Education and Wellness to raise awareness for mental health. Throughout the week, there were multiple events for students to attend to learn about mental health. Tuesday featured a Pure Barre workout class and a seminar on suicide prevention, and on Thursday, bystander intervention training was held in Hodges Library. QuestionPersuade-Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention training was held on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. The training on Friday afternoon was held at the Student Health Center and was the last event scheduled for SGA’s Mental Health Awareness Week this semester. QPR is a nationally recognized program where attendees can learn about risk factors and common warning signs of suicide so that those that are at risk can first be identified and can receive the necessary medical attention. “The QPR mission is to save lives and reduce
suicidal behaviors by providing innovative, practical and proven suicide prevention training,” the QPR Institute’s website said. “We believe that quality education empowers all people, regardless of their background, to make a positive difference in the life of someone they know.” QPR is referred to as a “gatekeeper” program, in which a gatekeeper is anyone strategically positioned to recognize and help someone at risk of suicide, like teachers, friends, coaches or parents. As the name suggests, the institute’s website said the process requires three steps: “question the individual’s desire or intent regarding suicide; persuade the person to seek and accept help; and refer the person to appropriate resources.” Friday’s training highlighted that those who are contemplating suicide are often quiet about their suffering because they fear rejection or laughter. Often, people thinking about suicide will use indirect language and coded messages to express how they are truly feeling. The purpose of the training was to teach attendees to recognize suicide warning signs. Shane Jones, senior in psychology, said that he decided to come to QPR training because he
thought the training could be beneficial. “I decided to come because I’ve had a lot going on in my personal life,” Jones said. “Recently, I had a death in my family, and that took a lot out of me mentally. And also, with finals coming up, I’ve just felt stressed out. Not suicidal or anything but just stressed, and I thought this would be something that could help lift my spirits.” Jones said he thought the training was very informative and that he made the right decision to come to participate. Derrick Hudson, senior in political science, said that he appreciated SGA’s work to bring mental health awareness to UT campus. “I’m very appreciative of all the work our school has done and continues to do with raising awareness to mental health,” Hudson said. “When I was in high school, a very close friend of mine ended his life, and ever since then, it’s been important for me to get involved and do whatever I can to help raise awareness to those that may need help. You just never know what someone may be going through, and as we learned today, just really listening to someone’s problems can make all of the difference.”
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Student creates UT-exclusive rideshare service, anticipates expansion Randi Thompson, Contributor
Ryan Cunningham is offering his peers a new way around campus and the surrounding area. Cunningham, junior in supply chain management, founded the app “Campus Car,” a new ride share service available to UT students. The student-operated service launched on Oct. 25, after a three-month creation process. Cunningham reached out to an outsourcing company to design the app. After its design and an insurance negotiation, Cunningham offered the first rides to students. Cunningham’s idea stemmed from his own analysis of the transportation systems in Knoxville. He felt that the options available to students did not cater to their needs. The service’s features came from Cunningham’s conversations with fellow peers. Cunningham asked students what they would change about current rideshare companies, and students responded. Campus Car’s flat rate is $5.75 and does not charge a surge price, which can be utilized by other ride services like Uber that increases fares for patrons during times of high demand. In conceptualizing his service, Cunningham said he thought there was no need for the surge price if people were only traveling short distances.
Currently, Campus Car operates within the areas of UT, Fort Sanders, downtown and the Old City. “Many other companies surge price and charge you so much that it makes you not want to use the service anymore,” Cunningham said. And while there may be special rates for events like Boxing Weekend or sports games, Cunningham also said that the rate will stay a flat rate and will not fluctuate like surge prices do. “The price you pay to get to the special event will be the same price you pay to get home,” Cunningham said. Cunningham said that another aspect of the service that students wanted to see change was the age of its drivers. Consequently, Campus Car hires those with a UT affiliation that are of age 19 or older, and Cunningham currently drives along with eight other students. “This creates a safer feel inside the vehicle and you know your money is going to a hardworking student who is more than likely going to spend that money back here on campus in tuition or at a local Knoxville business,” Cunningham said. Campus Car also offers safety features for users that are meant to give the rideshare service customers a safer atmosphere. One of these features gives the users the ability to request driver preferences. Female
Courtesy of Ryan Cunningham users can request a female driver if they would feel more comfortable, and a female driver will be contacted first for pick up. However, if male drivers are the only ones available, the service gives the female user the option to continue the ride or to cancel it. Kara White, sophomore in business analytics, said that the safety features have made her feel more comfortable traveling across campus. “As a female, I can testify that walking in The Fort at night can be scary, and I often don’t want to pay an arm and leg for an Uber, so Campus Car is a much more reasonable and safe option,” White said.
Users can also pre-set emergency contacts in the app when setting up an account. If a rider feels unsafe during a ride, they can send an emergency message with their exact location to those contacts after pressing the emergency button. In the event of an emergency, riders can also hit a button to dial 911 directly through the app. The button will automatically put them into contact with a Knox County operator. Cunningham and White said the key benefit from Campus Car was its contribution to the local economy as well as students. “It’s such a great way to save money and support a small business,” White said. White said that, overall, she believed the app provides students with safety while paying a low rate. “I believe that Campus Car will make the University of Tennessee safer and allow students that live on campus, The Fort or Greek housing to have cheap and reliable access to get downtown or other areas safely.” As for the future of Campus Car, Cunningham said he would like to see a growth in the service’s presence. In the short-term, Cunningham would like to become a significant presence in Knoxville. While four college campuses have already asked for the service, Cunningham said he would like to test-run the business for at least a year before long-term expansion.
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Beacon Beats: The 2017 holiday album roundup Every year, artists from across the genre map release new holiday hits. Late artists such as Elvis are honored with re-releases while rising pop stars make a name for themselves in everyone’s holiday playlist.
Sia- “Everyday is Christmas” ANTICIPATION: 2/5 Sia’s been writing pop hits for both herself and other big names for years and always seems to have a top hit whenever her new music is released. Yet, I was curious how her dark electro-pop sound would translate to holiday hits, which typically lean on the joyful side.
DURING: 4/5 The album begins with the sound of bright holiday festivities and evolves into softer, yet equally powerful, musical moments. Although Sia’s songs are original, she captures the sound of the familiar, traditional and beloved holiday hits and carols. Softer tones found in “Underneath the Christmas Lights” and the nostalgia of “Snowman” outshine the happy pop tunes of “Candy Cane Lane.” The album as a whole showcases Sia’s masterful songwriting ability.
AFTER: 4/5 Courtesy of iTunes
Sia’s album jumps from different sounds, yet remains cohesive by the main instrument behind her music: her voice. Although entirely different from most holiday albums, Sia’s is noteworthy. Her experimental take on the holiday season will be one to remember.
Gwen Stefani- “You Make it Feel Like Christmas” ANTICIPATION: 1/5 I know little of Stefani’s music, so I was not completely sure what to expect. However, from the track list and look of the album, I expected a typical holiday album with familiar tunes.
DURING: 2/5 The album indeed reminds me of many albums I’ve listened to before. Stefani’s voice carries the album, no doubt, as the album jumps from piano solos to rocking pop tracks. The original songs, including a duet with Blake Shelton, rely on the idea of love around Christmas time to fill the lyrics.
AFTER: 2/5 Courtesy of iTunes
Overall, Stefani’s album sounds like a typical holiday album; pop music about love, infused with different background rhythms, including a few ringing bells. While I’m sure I’d dance to any holiday music or turn it up in the car, Stefani’s album didn’t strike me as particularly refreshing or memorable.
Lindsey Stirling- “Warmer in the Winter” ANTICIPATION: 3/5 Stirling’s violin and electronic combination is one of a kind. Although I am familiar with her work, I haven’t heard all of Stirling’s work, and I was curious to hear her contribution to the holiday genre. I hoped to be able to listen to her music throughout the remainder of December.
DURING: 5/5 Stirling’s talent is very clear from the second the first notes of “The Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” starts. Music that typically takes an orchestra, Stirling molds with a violin with the added electronic pop sound somehow working perfectly. Her version of “Carol of the Bells” took me especially by surprise. It is reminiscent of Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s famous sound.
AFTER: 4/5 Courtesy of iTunes
Stirling’s album may not have many vocals, but her music still shines. “Warmer in the Winter” showcases the sounds of the season in a contemporary way. A new, yet dynamic album that is great for ringing in the holiday season.
- Neeley Moore, Copy Editor
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Crowds line Gay street for annual holiday parade Neeley Moore
Copy Editor
Gay Street ushered in the Christmas season with a celebratory parade Friday night. The annual downtown parade, hosted by WVIK, has kick-started the holiday season for years. Dino Cartwright of WVLT Channel 8 served as parade emcee. He was stationed near the entrance to Krutch Park in front of the giant decorated Christmas tree, which was officially lit the day following Thanksgiving. The streets were already full an hour before the parade began. Children were clad in Christmas colors, wore elf and Santa hats and carried various light-up objects. Families brought fold-up chairs and even inflatable couches to sit in and secure the very best view from the sidewalks during the parade. The parade began at 7 p.m. with a blue-andwhite float from which Miss Tennessee 2017, Caty Davis, waved to the people lining the streets. Karns High School’s marching band was the first of several marching bands that took part in the parade, playing familiar holiday tunes. Many floats belonging to local businesses and churches followed, decorated to look like gingerbread houses, winter wonderlands and scenes from famous holiday films. Along with the
floats, decorated cars also drove in the parade, providing diverse and unexpected surprises throughout the entire evening. One of the cars was Leslie Grossman’s fully electric jeep, representing Knoxville Electric Vehicle Association. “The parade was a great experience, and quite frankly I didn’t realize it would be so much fun from my standpoint. The crowds were close, which made for an intimate feeling of the parade. I wasn’t expecting everyone to wave and talk to us,” Grossman said. “It was so much fun, feeling like everyone was right there, and you could reach out and touch them.” The Knox County Fire Department brought several of their trucks and blared their lights as they drove. An old-fashioned vintage firetruck joined the newer ones. Along with the firetrucks, several construction vehicles, decorated with garlands, joined the parade, and Waste Connections brought their garbage truck with Frosty the Snowman standing on the roof. The parade was also the place for local politicians to continue their campaigns. Many mayoral candidates and others running for various city council seats walked in the parade, and supporters with campaign signs followed them. Several of the local businesses that had floats in the parade brought live bands or caroling groups. Garrett Cardwell of Sugar Plumbing shared that marching is something his employ-
Families lined Gay Street on Dec. 1, 2017 to see the annual parade hosted by WVIK. Stu Boyd II / The Daily Beacon ees look forward to each year. “The Knoxville Christmas parade is one of the highlights of the season for us,” Cardwell said. “Spectators are so receptive, and we love seeing everyone’s joyful reactions. It’s an exciting opportunity to feel a part of the Knoxville community.” Other floats included a Dr. Seuss float from East Tennessee PBS Kids, one from the Knoxville Girl Scouts and several from local dance groups. A float featuring Santa Claus’
sleigh ended the parade. It was a night for everyone who was ready for the holiday season, participants and viewers alike. “I think the most striking thing, to me, was that folks were constantly saying ‘Merry Christmas,’ to us,” Grossman said. “The joy in their faces was evident; it made quite an impression on me. I believe East Tennesseans are a thankful and joyous people, and I’m so glad I had a chance to be in the parade and experience this.”
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Currie removed as Tennessee athletic director, Fulmer given position Tyler Wombles
Sports Editor A key change has been made in Tennessee’s athletics administration. Tennessee Chancellor Beverly Davenport announced in a press conference on Friday that John Currie has been suspended as Tennessee’s director of athletics, with former head football coach Phillip Fulmer appointed to the position. “This morning I decided to make a change in leadership in our athletics department,” Davenport said. “It’s a decision I felt was in the best interest of our university. John Currie has been suspended and Phillip Fulmer has agreed to step in as our athletic director.” Currie had been heading a search for the Vols’ new head football coach that has yet to yield positive results. Multiple coaches have reportedly turned down offers by Tennessee, including Oklahoma State’s Mike Gundy and N.C. State’s Dave Doeren. A potential deal orchestrated by Currie to hire Greg Schiano as the team’s head coach broke down on Sunday after a number of fans voiced their displeasure with the hire. Following the nixing of the deal, Currie went on with the search. After attempting to finalize a deal with Washington State head coach Mike Leach to fill the open position, Currie met with Chancellor Beverly Davenport and school officials on Friday morning. “Early yesterday afternoon, I asked John Currie to return to Knoxville before going forward with the search,” Davenport said Friday. “That request had nothing to do with any spe-
cific coach. When there are high expectations about a great place, those high expectations come with challenges. And challenges require tough decisions. Today required one of those decisions.” Davenport met with Fulmer on Friday and offered him the position of athletics director. He had been a highly-touted candidate for the position before Currie was hired. “I asked Phillip if he would lead our athletic department for the foreseeable future, and I asked him to take the reins of our search for the next head football coach,” Davenport said. “I’ve had the opportunity to get to know Phillip Fulmer … He understands well the expectations for this athletic department and for this football program.” Fulmer served as the head coach of the Tennessee football team for 17 seasons, notching a .744 winning percentage and claiming a national title in 1998. He attended the university and played football for the Vols before starting his coaching career. He was fired as head coach in 2008. During his tenure leading the Vols, Fulmer mentored legendary quarterback Peyton Manning and current USC offensive coordinator Tee Martin. He is widely regarded as one of the most standout coaches in program history. Over the summer, Fulmer was named special advisor to the Tennessee President Joe DiPietro for community, athletics and university relations. Fulmer praised Tennessee’s resources during his portion of the press conference and expressed his desire to improve the football program, starting with hiring the right head coach. “Our football program has the history, the facilities, the tradition and the resources to
play with anyone anytime, and that’s what we’re going to do: anything,” Fulmer said. “This is an important time in our history. We all agree on the objective. We all agree on the urgency of achieving our objective. “It’s time that we all pull together to be part of the solution. There is much work to be done, and I am honored to have this opportunity from Dr. University of Tennessee athletic director Phillip Fulmer and Davenport to work chancellor Beverly Davenport speak with the media on Dec. with our great alum- 1, 2017. Adrien Terricabras / The Daily Beacon ni, our fanbase, our fantastic faculty, our coaches and certainly our who will honor our university’s values, will be proud to represent our state and be a role model student-athletes and our student body.” Fulmer stated that he currently does not for our student-athletes. “I have been a part of the University of have a timetable for when he will fill the Vols’ open head coaching position due to the quick Tennessee athletics program when it’s been at its turnaround of his ascension to athletic director. best. I have seen what honest communication, However, he is already certain of the qualities trust and hard work achieve. It is my mission to that will be needed from the person who will lead our entire athletic department in a way that honors our university’s legacy and insists (on) ultimately be given the job. “We first must find us a coach that wants to excellence.” Currie was hired by Tennessee on Feb. 28. He be at Tennessee, who appreciates the unique previously served as athletic director for Kansas opportunity that we have to offer at this very special place at this historical time,” Fulmer said. State. Currie fired former Vols’ head coach “And (one) who is driven to win at the highest Butch Jones with two games remaining in the level of college football, the kind of head coach 2017 regular season.
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Lack of turnovers crucial for Lady Vols in 104-51 win Tyler Wombles
Sports Editor While the scoreboard reflected Tennessee’s defensive dominance throughout its 104-51 victory over Alabama State on Sunday, there was another stat that was key in the Lady Vols’ success on the court. Tennessee didn’t turn the ball over once in the first half and finished the game with just four total turnovers. The Lady Vols kept their possessions intact during the entirety of Sunday’s contest, with players often making acrobatic feats in order to grab wayward passes. “I don’t think really anyone knew until halftime when Coach (Warlick) told us that we haven’t had any so far for the first half,” freshman guard Evina Westbrook said. “So definitely second half we made it a goal for us to keep it as low amount as possible. Four total for the game is pretty huge for us. “It was good for us to lower our turnover
count.” Tennessee’s small number of turnovers was surely a relief to head coach Holly Warlick and her squad. In the Lady Vols’ previous game, they turned the ball over 24 times, a stark contrast to its minuscule number on Sunday. The team’s turnover mark against Alabama State was its lowest on the season so far. Its second-lowest came against James Madison on Nov. 15. The Lady Vols won that contest 89-60. The lack of turnovers allowed Tennessee to find large success on the offensive side of the ball against the Lady Hornets, as six Lady Vols finished the game with double-digits in scoring. “Our goal today was to have 11 turnovers and we had four,” Warlick said. “So it was awesome … Really proud of us only having four turnovers.” Disparity in assists: Another stat differential that aided Tennessee in its domination of Alabama State was the amount of assists that the Lady Vols recorded in regards to that of the Lady Hornets.
Tennessee notched 18 total assists compared to Alabama State’s nine. While the Lady Vols’ mark wasn’t a particularly large number, especially for a team that scored over 100 points in the game, the fact that the squad had twice as many assists as its opponent could provide momentum for Tennessee. Senior center Mercedes Russell credited Westbrook for her playmaking ability after Sunday’s game. Westbrook recorded three assists to go along with 11 total points, having been given the starting nod at point guard despite her status as a freshman. “I’m definitely loving me some guards,” Russell said. “(Evina) is a terrific passer. Her drive-and-kick game is incredible so I’ve always got to have to my hands up and be ready at all times.” Next up: The Lady Vols will host Troy at ThompsonBoling Arena on Wednesday. The game will serve as a final tune-up before Tennessee faces No. 2 Texas on Dec. 10.
The Trojans are 4-1 on the season, having defeated Jacksonville 89-88 on Dec. 1. “These kind of games (are) definitely a great opportunity to work on things,” Westbrook said. “But I think, for some of us, it does give us some confidence … It’s a great opportunity to learn about each other.” Tennessee’s 8-0 start to the season is the program’s best since 2013-2014, when the Lady Vols notched a 10-0 record to begin the year. Warlick’s team finished with a 29-6 overall mark that season. “I promise you, (when we) watch the tape, there’s a lot of stuff I’m positive we did wrong, we’ve got to get better at,” Warlick said. “But there are a good (amount of) things we did great. Our practices are going to be competitive. It’s going to be hard. We’re going to grind it out. We’re not going to practice just for now. We’re going to put in the time. “We’re going to continue doing what we’re doing, whether we’re playing a team that isn’t ranked or playing a team that is.”
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SUDOKU No. 1056
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9 7 5 6 3 9 2 7
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The solutions will be published here in the next issue.
6 8 5 3 2 9 4 1 7
4 2 1 6 5 7 9 3 8
7 9 4 2 3 8 6 5 1
5 1 2 7 9 6 3 8 4
3 6 8 1 4 5 7 9 2
1 7 3 9 6 2 8 4 5
2 5 9 8 7 4 1 6 3
8 4 6 5 1 3 2 7 9
7R FRPSOHWH 6XGRNX ¿OO WKH ERDUG by entering numbers 1 to 9 such that each row, column and 3x3 box contains every number uniquely. Š 2017 Syndicated Puzzles
5 9
9 3 7 4 8 1 5 2 6
1 5 1
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Previous solution - Very Hard
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43 Tip-___ (easy baskets) 44 All-vegetarian frozen food brand 45 Like the smiling eyes of song 46 Approach furtively, with â&#x20AC;&#x153;onâ&#x20AC;? 49 51-Across, e.g. 50 Mexican silver city 51 Paris accord subj. 54 Cartoonist who popularized Uncle Sam 58 Subject of this puzzle (who has himself done a 39-Across) 61 Lily Tomlinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s role in â&#x20AC;&#x153;All of Meâ&#x20AC;? 64 Latin loverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love 65 ___ one-eighty 66 Total bore 67 Goes out for a while? 68 Mess up 69 Asylum seeker, maybe 70 Org. whose budget is classified 71 Lead-in to horse or lion
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48 One who probably doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get out much 49 Spills 52 Recyclable item 53 Country whose national anthem is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nashid As-Salaam as-Sultaniâ&#x20AC;? 55 Picnic coolers 56 Needing Bengay, say 57 Reid of Hollywood 59 â&#x20AC;&#x153;r,â&#x20AC;? in a text 60 Pretoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s land: Abbr. 61 Hieroglyphic symbol 62 Flow stopper 63 â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Farewell to Armsâ&#x20AC;? setting, briefly
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