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alking into the home of a university president may seem intimidating to some. At Illinois State University, entering the University Residence means being greeted by the warm and welcoming smile that belongs to Marlene Dietz, the wife of President Larry Dietz. Initially earning a degree in elementary education, Marlene began her career as a teacher and later moved on to working in health insurance, where she stayed for about 10 years. As a single mother, Marlene waited for both of her children, Shelby and Ryan, to go to college before stepping into the leadership-development training world at a female-owned training firm in Colorado. Through this career, Marlene got her first experiences in civic involvement. After five years working for the firm, she moved to Kansas City, where she was part of a leadership development program through the chamber of commerce. After completing the program, Marlene and Larry Dietz ended up on the same board, where they raised money to keep the fountains in the city working. Although Marlene says Larry claims they met earlier, she said they met in January at the first board meeting. That summer, when she graduated with her MBA, Marlene said Larry told her he wanted to take her on a date because he admired intelligent people. Six months later, they went on their first date to a symphony, which sparked an 8-year relationship. “I didn’t understand why my life had kind of gone the way it had relative to marriage,” Marlene said. “I had said all I ever wanted was the picket fence. And to me the picket fence said security; it just meant living happily ever after, that’s how I interpreted the picket fence.” Six years after their relationship began, Larry accepted a position as the vice president at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. Two years of long distance dating, and the couple only missed two weekends of traveling to see each other. A trip to the Dietz family farm on Easter resulted in Marlene receiving a shoebox with a white, spray-painted picket fence inside. “So bless his heart, he had [eaten] a whole box of popsicles and made me a picket fence,” Marlene said. “He said, ‘I don’t know how to pick out a ring, I just want to give you the picket fence,’ and he’s given me a lot more than a picket fence since then.” Shortly after marriage, Larry encouraged Marlene to start her own company. After seeing the need for team building, communication and facilitation in nonprofit companies, in 2002 she started a business called Dynamic Leadership Development. This allowed her to continue working with government agencies on a contract basis, while also allowing her to do nonprofit work. A few years later, Larry was unexpectedly offered the position as president of ISU. After 20 years of travel, Marlene’s career was slowing down. “Larry said to me, ‘I’d really love it if you would quit traveling and stay here with me and do this full-time.’ I had about nine months of work on my calendar, so I finished that out,” Marlene said. “I only do pro-bono work here locally now.” see MARLENE page 3
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said. “Overall, the entire experience has been nothing but positive. The athletes have actively participated in the programming, and we have had several coaches and athletic administrators attend the programs as well.” Papinchock said the Athletics Department has supported their efforts greatly and that they are “continuing the collaboration and looking to expand our efforts into the future.” ISU’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Survivor Services coordinator Gail Trimpe-Morrow said the Friendly Faces program is another useful resource when it comes to sexual violence. “[Friendly Faces is] where students can volunteer as part of a support network for survivors of sexual violence,” she said. “Students believing survivors when they talk to them, knowing that false reports of sexual violence are very rare and
letting them know it is not their fault are all very important. Being aware of rape culture and common myths will help further prevent victim blaming.” Trimpe-Morrow also said Republican nominee Donald Trump’s comments toward women are part of the rape culture that should be avoided. “His comments were certainly indicative that how pervasive rape culture is and kind of how insidious rape myths make their way into conversation and into media. It gives more opportunities to educate men about the dangers of buying into some of the rape myths,” she said. “‘Locker room talk’ and ‘boys will be boys’ thinking is pretty dangerous.” Papinchock explained the importance of students learning and talking about sexual assault. “A safe campus environment is one in which students, faculty and
staff are free to conduct their daily affairs, both inside and outside the classroom, without fear of physical, emotional or psychological harm,” Papinchock said. “Sexual violence, sexual harassment, intimate partner violence and stalking are some of the country’s most serious public health problems. When people better understand the nature and extent of these problems, they will use that knowledge to strengthen and support efforts to prevent violence before it ever occurs.” Papinchock said the overall goal is to have a safe and respectful community. “With improved prevention efforts, non-violence will become the cultural and societal norm for our campus community. We want our education efforts on prevention, not the impact of violence, to be the lesson that lasts a lifetime for our students,” she said.
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From hosting receptions and sitdown dinners, attending meetings, games and events around campus to doing volunteer work with nonprofits in the area, Marlene’s calendar constantly remains packed. She is on the board for the Children’s Discovery Museum and on the advisory board for Miller Park Zoo, and those are just two of the many organizations she stays involved in. “My role as the university president’s wife is to be present,” Marlene said. “Present to the students, to faculty and staff, to the community and the university.” Without any help, juggling and planning these events would be an even bigger challenge. Julie Barnhill, the director of presidential trustee events and university event services, is that right-hand, Marlene said. “I love working with them. They’re great,” Barnhill said about Marlene and her husband. “They tell us what they want, they know what they want, they’re open to suggestions and if they don’t like it, we work together.” From the menu to the flowers, Barnhill and Executive Chef Phillip Cade are constantly helping Marlene plan and execute events. “I could do nothing without Julie. She makes it all work for every single event,” Marlene said. “I told Larry if Julie retires, he has to retire.”
“My role as the university president’s wife is to be present. Present to the students, to faculty and staff, to the community and the university.” Marlene Dietz, ISU first lady Marlene said she and Larry have given each other significant nonmaterial gifts. She said while he has given her exposure to universities and the vibrant culture that comes along with them, Larry always says she gave him the family he never had. In their minimal spare time, the Dietz’s meet up with long-time friends at Lake Bloomington. Marlene said it gives them an outlet that makes them feel they are not entertaining anyone and allows them to escape their work world. “It’s not that we’re not us when we’re in our roles as the president and his wife, but it’s just that you want to be on your best behavior every second,” Marlene said. As leaders of a university with over 21,000 students, Marlene said she hopes students understand she and Larry are still approachable. “We want to represent them and to be there for them in any way that we can,” Marlene said. “You have a president and his wife that want to be available to you.” Although Marlene has access to people willing to help her with any job, one of the tasks she insists on doing herself is decorating the house at Christmas. She puts a tree in every room and changes the theme every year. Having someone
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Illinois State University will be taking part in the national reading of “It Can’t Happen Here” 7:30 p.m. Monday at the Westhoff Theater. The performance at Westhoff will be one of hundreds held across the United States next week. All performances are free and open to the public. The performance here at Illinois State is sponsored by the College of Fine Arts and the Sinclair Lewis Society. “It Can’t Happen Here” is a novel written by Sinclair Lewis in 1935. It describes Berzelius “Buzz” Windrip, who is elected president after campaigning drastic economic and social reforms and promising to return to traditional values. After he is elected, he takes over the government and country in a fashion similar to the Nazis. The novel then centers around Doremus Jessup, a journalist who is opposed to the new president’s rule and struggles against it as a part of a liberal rebellion. The book discusses race riots, the
income gap between the rich and poor, the branding of immigrants, global terror and extremists running for the presidency. It won the Prometheus Hall of Fame Award in 2007. Lori Adams, professor of theater at ISU, will direct the reading. “Having always been fascinated by politics, I have found myself wanting to take some kind of action during this particular election season,” Adams said. “When the opportunity arose to present the staged-reading of ‘It Can’t Happen Here,’ I felt the need to explore the responsibility that we as citizens have. I’m also struck by how something written so many years ago can still ring so true in 2016.” The cast is made up of students, alumni and faculty members. Executive Director of the Sinclair Lewis Society Sally Parry will also be working closely with the performance. “‘It Can’t Happen Here’ is as important now as it was in 1936. It shows that voting has serious consequences,” Parry said. “Being an informed citizen and taking an intelligent part in the political process is vital to preserving our democracy.”
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Don’t boycott your vote this election
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hrowing away a presidential election vote will not change the candidates listed on the ballot. Whether it’s Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump, one of them will be the President of the United States come January of next year. All of the protests in the world will not turn back time or make a difference. Politics are dirty, and this year is, without a doubt, no different, but throwing out a valuable vote via boycotting only adds to the problem. Trump has been called ignorant, racist, sexist and homophobic as well as being unfit to run this country. Yet, he is the last man standing from the Republican Party with the Oval Office glinting in his eye. Clinton is said to be a liar, a fraud and a poor feminist role model who according to “Dear Hillary,” a letter by Lone Conservative that has gone viral, she “(rode) Bill (Clinton’s) coattails all the way to (her) Senate seat as a former First Lady.” If they even make it to the polls, when looking at these two names on the ballot, a voter may feel a pull toward the third party
box. Unless there is a strong passion behind it, this option should be avoided. A third party vote only matters if the voter truly believes in the candidate and stands behind his/her platform, but even then, a third party vote hardly makes any statement. Words echo across Illinois State University’s campus, in-
sisting that there is no sense in voting when the candidates are such poor choices. This is a valid statement. Both Clinton and Trump have dark shadows behind them, some more prominent than others depending on who you ask. The fact of the matter is, there is no sense in wasting a vote by either choosing not to vote,
voting third party or throwing a vote away for “Mickey Mouse” or “Santa Claus.” The First Amendment of the United States Constitution gives Americans the freedom of speech. Directly branching off of this right is the ability to elect our officials locally and nationally. If a right to vote is granted, it
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should never be thrown away so foolishly. America deserves better than Trump or Clinton, but these are the candidates the country has chosen. Do not back off from these choices now that the time has come to vote. Do not shy away from voting when every American ballot makes a difference. If everyone in the country were to boycott and skip voting in this election, maybe a change would be forced. Unfortunately, this is not how the country works, and no matter how many citizens go through with a boycott, the Electoral College will have the final say on who will lead this country come 2017. As college students, this is some voters’ first election. Take one’s age at death and divide it by four. This is the total number of elections you have available to vote in. Do not disgrace this right out of spite. This year is not the year for a boycott vote. This is the year to come to a realization of which candidate has the better ability to stand in front of our country and represent us best for the rest of the world.
Editorial written by MARY CULLEN, a member of The Vidette’s Editorial Board. Editorial policy is determined by the student editor, and views expressed in editorials are those of the majority of The Vidette’s Editorial Board. Columns that carry bylines are the opinions of the author and do not necessarily represent those of The Vidette or the University.
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he idea of being vegan has become quite common in today’s society. Vegetarianism was something that was already popular, but that was not enough for some people. A vegan is essentially a more disciplined vegetarian. Vegan staples such as tempeh and tofu can be found at local and commercial supermarkets. Chain restaurants have also added a
variety of vegan or vegetarian options. When I think of vegans today, I think of hipsters, high-class suburban moms and college students. Vegans do not eat anything that comes from animals; no eggs, cheese, honey or mayonnaise. Many vegans believe these items are a product of animal abuse for the use of human consumption. According to a 2009 survey by The Vegetarian Resource Group, about one percent of Americans are vegan, about one third of the people who reported being vegetarians. “A separate survey released last year by the same group found a similar breakdown for Americans aged eight to 18,” the survey said. Veganism has become so popular that even big name meat
producers are providing additional meatless options. Tyson, the largest U.S. meat company in terms of sales, is creating a meatless burger, called Beyond Meat. This burger is plant-based and looks and tastes like ground beef but is far from it. Beyond Meat is 100 percent vegan, soy and gluten free. However, it contains a great deal of protein, canola and coconut oils, with beets added to preserve the flavor and color. Seth Goldman, executive chairman of Beyond Meat, told the Wall Street Journal that it was time to make some changes within the company to appeal to all customers. “We know it’s certainly going to raise eyebrows on all sides,” Goldman said. “We fully recognize vegans who supported
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our business may not immediately understand why this makes sense, but I think the consumer is evolving, the market is evolving and both companies are committed to producing delicious products.” Veganism has definitely grown within the past few years, but is it just a trend that’s popular now? Although I’ve thought about becoming a vegetarian, I realized it was not for me because I had no emotional attachment to the reasoning behind why I wanted to be a vegetarian. I was young, and it seemed way too difficult. However, vegetarianism and veganism have grown a significant amount in the past few years. It’s no longer just eating rice and fresh vegetables — it’s like a lifestyle people have to
practice every day. I believe many people become vegans or vegetarians for the wrong reasons. Social media has a big effect on why people may become vegetarians and vegans, however I feel like if it’s not a personal reason, then maybe it should not be done. After seeing one of the largest meat companies make a vegan burger, it’s no secret that veganism is only growing more and more in the U.S., but it should be something that is personal to the person doing it and not just because it is the popular thing to do at the time. Kamara Turner is a mass media major and a columnist for The Vidette. Any questions or comments regarding her column can be sent to katurne3@ilstu.edu.
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‘Unelectable You’ pokes fun at election DEB BETHEL Features Reporter | @thedebbethel
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Student studies in Netherlands Hannah Carnes discovers international impact of US election HANNAH ROSEMURGY Features Reporter | @hanrosey_
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n school, students learn about quadratic formulas, literary theories and how to balance chemistry equations. From textbooks to lecture presentations, many invest a great deal of their time into academics, soaking up as much knowledge as they can before graduation. However, sometimes lengthy textbooks cannot teach students everything. Not all material can be presented in a two-hour lecture, and students cannot always rely on their professors to guide them in the real world. Hannah Carnes learned this as she landed for the first time abroad. As a double major in graphic design and sculpture,
it was difficult finding a study abroad program that was right for her. However, the search was finally completed when she found Hanze University of Applied Sciences in Groningen, Netherlands. “I have wanted to study abroad since I went to the very first meeting during welcome week,” Carnes said. “I have never lived outside of Illinois, so traveling to a far off land seemed so adventurous and dreamlike. I wanted to expand from this little tiny area that I’ve only known my whole life and experience new cultures.” While enjoying these exciting experiences abroad, Carnes was able to gain some new perspectives about the world that she can apply to her own life. “It is honestly a miracle that I
am actually here, so I don’t want to take a single second for granted,” she said. “Every tiny occurrence, from waking up to my Polish neighbors playing music in the morning to making dinner with my Spanish roommate to riding my bike along a canal to get to class, [was] a favorite experience.” Carnes has also gained a better understanding of international political opinions. Upon landing in the Netherlands, she was surprised by how many people follow the United States election and the amount of spectators who are concerned about the impact this election has across the globe. “The United States is a world power so, of course, people are concerned. Citizens from all over are staying awake to watch the debates. Everyone thinks this elec-
tion is a big fat joke with an awful punch line; they think it is the most ridiculous thing they have ever seen. There are students who actually believe that if Trump is elected, there would be another World War,” Carnes said. Carnes is the first generation of her family to receive a college education. She is a part of the honors program, the Urban Movement Dance Team and other various clubs on campus. Reflecting on her experience at Illinois State and studying abroad, she feels optimistic and satisfied. Carnes said, “The world is a good place. People are genuinely kind and welcoming no matter where you go. I think with all the bad news, we kind of forget that it is human nature to simply be nice to one another.”
Attending college with siblings helps students adjust ELLEN CELSKE Features Reporter | @ellencelske
Where a student decides to attend college is his/her choice, but family is something that cannot be chosen. Despite all of the petty arguments, fighting over shared bathroom space and sharing a car, siblings are people who always stick around. Some students who share the same university with their siblings believe their college experience has been affected in a positive way. Siblings admit to becoming closer, bettering their relationships, becoming less homesick and having a built-in support system with someone who is always in their corner. “I really like having my young sister here at Illinois State University because when my parents visit, it’s always like a family reunion,” ISU senior Rachel Sievers said. According to a Harvard’s research study about the relationship between siblings’ college choices, one-fifth of younger siblings enroll in the same college as their older
siblings. Sixty-nine percent of siblings will enroll in the same college as their siblings and 31 percent will apply to the same college. “An older sibling who has already gone to a university has paved the way for their younger sibling while eliminating the uncertainties and having already done the hard part,” Student Counseling Services Outreach Coordinator Dr. Jillian Richardson said. “There is limited research on this topic, but there are theories from Harvard studies about legacy admissions with the idea that sometimes it is more powerful if one sibling has gotten into a university, then it is more likely for their siblings to get in as well.” A pair of ISU freshman twin brothers agreed attending the same school has been good for them. ISU freshman and undeclared major Luke Hageman said it has been cool for him to be able to live with his brother, as well as take some of the same classes as him. The twins chose to come here because they had heard good stories about ISU
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Twin brothers Jake (left) and Luke (right) Hageman are students at ISU. and liked the campus. “We also picked the same school because we have gone to school together for most of our lives, so four more years together couldn’t hurt! It is going very well so far.” Luke said. ISU freshman and undeclared major Jake Hageman said many
of their family members have gone here, and their younger sister Holly is already considering going to ISU. She is only a junior in high school. “It can be really reassuring if a student is about to take a big step in life and know their older sibling is already there,” Richardson said.
This election year has been an interesting one, to say the least. From the most cringe-worthy moments of the debates to the embarrassing banter over social media, some people are left wishing the next four years away. The collaboration of Slate Magazine and The Second City gives 120 minutes of sketch, improv and music to share a laugh about a not-so-funny subject through “Unelectable You.” The hard-hitting performance has been making its way through its east US dates, and will perform 7:30 p.m. Oct. 26 at the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts. The show’s cast consists of six men and women with experience ranging from comedy festivals and venues, various Second City performances and even professional stunts such as Modern Family and improvising on stage with Colin Mocherie. According to the “Unelectable You” website, Cody Dove, one of the actors, said he is “thankful for performing during this election season when every day feels like Comedy Christmas.” Slate, an online magazine focusing on politics, current affairs and culture teams up with The Second City, the world’s premier comedy club and school of improvisation. With the combination of facts, improv and a little bit of bias, the show has been selling out for the majority of its opening performances. Originating in Chicago, the show has been raved about by many sources, such as the Chicago Tribune, which applauded the “payfor-play” aspect of the show and said if there’s one show to see this year, “Unelectable You” is that show. During the pay-for-play portion, audience members are able to throw in a few dollars to have the actors, in character of various political heads, improv about whatever the member wants to see. Tina Salamone, director of Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts, is thrilled to host a date on the tour schedule. “There’s very limited dates this season, particularly this close to the election. It’s the most relevant and timely show; it’s changing all the time, and we have the show just about two weeks before election day, so it couldn’t be a better time,” Salamone said. Because of an explosion in social media since the last election four years ago, some people have become more aware of the election process this year. Whether it is to get more insight on the election or to laugh about it, Salamone encourages people to go see the show. “It’s world-class, top-notch comedy to start with, and it’s really very astute political commentary,” Salamone said. Tickets can be bought through the “Unelectable You” website or through Bloomington CPA’s website. If purchasing a ticket online, students should select the student discount and bring a student ID to the show. Tickets will also be selling the night of the show, and prices will range from $29 to $44. DEB BETHEL is a Features and Sports reporter for The Vidette. Any questions or comments regarding her article can be directed to vidette_debethe@exchange. ilstu.edu. Follow her on Twitter at @thedebbethel.
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BOWER From page 8
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The line hopes to keep up its success through the end of the season, with the end goal of making it to nationals. But Bower is more concerned with his contribution to the team above all else. “I know our team goal is to make it to nationals in Columbus at the end of the year,” Bower said. “Personally, I want to just keep continuing to help the team in any way I can and continue to be a good leader.”
Joey Bower has been selected as team captain in his second season. Photo courtesy of ISU Hockey
Above: Madison Williams, Isaac Gassman, Matt Hein and Andre Washington
Illinois State men’s basketball hosted its annual media day on Wednesday. The Redbirds return four starters from last year’s roster and also have eight newcomers including one redshirt, three freshmen, two junior college transfers and two Division I transfers. Check out The Vidette’s coverage and a related photo gallery from Redbird Hoops media day at www.videtteonline.com
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few games of the season. In the big win over Northwestern, Robinson had no carries and one reception for four yards. In weeks 2-5, Robinson had
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two games is key for the Redbirds trying desperately to make a playoff run. Robinson said, “All these games are like playoff games like coach Spack said, so we have to play hard every game, and try and get into the playoffs.”
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And here’s to you, Mr. Robinson True freshman running back has rushed 100-plus yards in back-to-back games RYAN KELLY Senior Reporter | @rkelly1122
True freshman running back James Robinson has the hot hand on the Illinois State offense currently, and he has given the team a spark the past two weeks. Robinson, a Rockford native, is coming off back to back games rushing over 100 yards. Saturday night against Southern Illinois, Robinson carried the ball 26 times for 122 yards and a touchdown. The freshman also caught two passes for four yards. After the SIU game, head coach Brock Spack said, “The way he’s put together, he’s strong, tough, a good receiver. Still has a lot to learn … He did some good things, and I think he’s a very good player.” At Lutheran High School in Rockford, Robinson left as the all-time leading rusher in the
history of the IHSA with 9,045 yards and 158 touchdowns in his career. With over 9,000 yards in his career, he ranks in the top 15 alltime in United States high school football. Some Big 10 teams came knocking at Robinson’s door last year, but the decision to stay at home and be a Redbird is starting to pay off for the freshman. “I thought it was a good fit for me. When I came in for my visit I liked the coaches, and I met a few of the players and liked them too, so it was a good fit choosing ISU,” Robinson said. The 5-foot-10 running back has given some spring in the step of the offense in recent weeks, especially coming off the longest losing streak (four games) since 2004. Senior offensive lineman Cameron Lee said, “It gives us a lot of confidence knowing that we can get something going on the ground. James has done a great job of stepping up, and
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James Robinson has totaled 284 rushing yards on 54 attempts in his true freshman season. taking some of the load off knowing that he can makes plays, even when we are not blocking our best.”
Coming into the season, the Redbirds were using as many as four ball carriers in the first See ROBINSON on page 7
Cage the Coyotes Illinois State flocks North to take on South Dakota where the Redbirds won the last two meetings on the road JASON KLAER | Sports Editor | @JasonKlaerISU
THREE KEYS TO WIN Play Strong Illinois State was finally able to muster up a victory for the first time in four weeks. ISU needs to come out resilient in order to win a third-straight game in Vermillion. Utilize freshman James Robinson over the course of the game. Jake Kolbe should mix up the receiver core while also limiting turnovers.
Defensive Presence South Dakota’s Chris Streveler has compiled 949 passing yards along with 14 touchdowns. ISU’s front four on defense will play a huge role in limiting the volatile Coyote offense. Applying pressure will only help ISU on the road. Score Early and Often Putting points on the board is crucial for ISU who is searching for its second MVFC of 2016. Scoring as early as possible to sustain competition Saturday. Field goals are points, however, do not rely on solely cheap shots to win a road game. There have been quite a few surprises on ISU’s offense, both good and bad. The ’Birds need to ensure there is a steady balance between pass and run for a win away from Hancock.
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REDBIRDS Illinois State (3-4, 1-3 MVFC) appeared to bounce back versus Southern Saturday night at Hancock Stadium, ISU won its first game since Sept. 10. Still at the bottom of the MVFC, the ’Birds playoff hopes may be dashed but there can still be victories earned. For the third-straight week, ISU takes on a high-powered offense. The Redbirds have won only one road game this season but have won the last two matchups at South Dakota. COYOTES South Dakota (3-3, 2-1 MVFC) has won the last two games by six total points, including a thrilling, two overtime win over Indiana State last week, 33-30. The Coyotes are second in the MVFC in scoring offense (33.0). Chris Streveler is a cannon and can score at will.
REDBIRDS Davontae Harris has seen a lot of action over the past two years which aids in his play. In five games so far, Harris has 16 unassisted tackles along with two-and-a-half tackles for loss. He has been exposed throughout this season but expect a bounce back performance from him. Harris and Alec Kocour are a great combination in the secondary to try and limit the passing game of South Dakota. COYOTES Chris Streveler exposed some downfall when the Coyotes took on the Penguins of Youngstown State. He completed just 37 percent of his passes in Oct. 1 loss at the hands of the Penguins. Streveler has the ability to run as well, rushing for more than 100 yards three times.
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SPACK: “They are a lot different than last year. They are a 4-3 structured team while also being more over and under. They are more tradtional now than they have been in the past. They used to be a 3-4 and mix it up but that has changed. They play a lot of corner coverage. They are different from how they have played in the past. They are in transition as well. They are on the right track and getting better every week.” TV: Broadcast live at 2 p.m., Saturday on CSN Chicago Plus/ Watch ESPN. RADIO: WJBC (AM 1230) TWITTER: Follow live in-game updates, pictures and videos: @Vidette_Sports @The_Vidette @RedbirdFB
Streveler will prove to be too much for not only the secondary but the front seven as well. His elusiveness is too much for a team like ISU which has not had it together since early September. Although ISU did
South Dakota is on a two-game winning streak. Currently, the Coyotes are in a three-way tie for second place in the MVFC. If consistent and fundamental football is played, the Coyotes will beat the Redbirds at home for the first time as a member of the MVFC. On the season, South Dakota is 2-0 at the DakotaDome.
Take the crowd out Streveler not only leads the Coyotes in passing but is second in rushing as well. His 479 yards from scrimmage. USD should go through Streveler as much as possible on Saturday. If the Coyotes plan to go to 3-0 at home, he will need to complete at least 50 percent of his passes on top of being responsible for three touchdowns.
Home cooking
South Dakota 24, Illinois State 13 Illinois State are not the same road warriors of the past, earning just one win away from Hancock Stadium this season. I believe ISU will earn an early field goal on its first drive then sputter down the stretch.
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do a nice job of limiting Ricky Davis as best as it could Oct. 8. South Dakota will shut out the Redbirds in the second and fourth quarters on its way to a 3-0 record at the DakotaDome.
The Coyotes play well at the DakotaDome, posting an undefeated record so far in 2016. Considering the indoor venue, fan noise will be amplified. With ISU only winning one road game this season, the Coyotes’ fan base may try to exploit the inexperience of the Redbirds.
Life as captain: a look at Joey Bower, Illinois State hockey’s leading scorer BETH GEISTLINGER Senior Reporter | @beth_geist
Junior Joey Bower has been a leader on and off the ice most of his life. This trait was seen by his teammates and coaches, which earned him the title of captain. The Crystal Lake native played at Crystal Lake South High School before moving on to the Dells Ducks, a Minnesota junior hockey league
team. Bower started his collegiate career at St. Mary’s University, a Division III team, before transferring to Illinois State his sophomore year. “(ISU) had the major I wanted, with KNR and exercise science, and I really wanted Joey Bower to pursue that,”
Bower said. “Once the club level here got bumped up to DI, it was really intriguing. It was still good hockey and I wanted to keep pushing myself there.” After realizing there were no returning captains for the 2016-2017 season, Bower was named captain, with Dan Addie and Sam Turk the alternate captains. Bower says the main job of the captains is to be the voice of the players.
“The main thing I see from it [being captain] is a line of communication from the players to the coach,” Bower said. “On the ice I try to lead by example and do what I can for the team and do what they need me to do.” Bower and his line mates Tim Talty and Jeremy Norway have been the most successful so far this season. Currently Bower and Norway are tied for most points.
“Norway and I became line mates this year and played the whole year together,” Bower said. “We’re good friends off the ice, too, so our chemistry has been there for a while. I played with [Talty] last year, and now this year too. He’s an incredible goal scorer and playmaker. So, it’s not just me and Norway, it’s our whole line. We’ve got a lot of chemistry.” See BOWER on page 7