2B Tuesday, January 24, 1995 SPORTS UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN NATURALWAY 820-822 Mass.841-0100 Crafts & More Peruvian Tapestries starting at $24.50 13 E. 8th St. Lawrence 12pm-5pm Kansas Air National Guard 190th Air Refueling Group Robert A. Deever Recruiting Service 190 ADR/LPRS MG-3454 Forest Point (ASN) 1-800-435-5149 9200 E Street DDN 720-4297 Tampa, FL 66519-5379 FAX (813) 861-4394 K. U. Bowling and Billiards Tournament February 5,1995 Noon - 6:00 pm Kansas Union Jaybowl. level 1 Deadline: Feb. 1 Entrant Fees $5.00 Billiards $5.00 Bowling Winners will advance to Regional ACU-I Tournament at K-State on February 24-25 STUDENT UNION ACTIVITIES Sign-up at SUA Office, Level 4 Kansas Union Baseball vets learn quirks of coaching Two ex-players added to list of assistant baseball coaches By Tom Erickson Kansan sportswriter The Kansas baseball team has a different look this season. Dave Bingham, head coach, said both coaches were doing well. It is not new uniforms, wooden bats or an AstroTurf field. Instead, the team has two assistant coaches doing new jobs: hitting coach Jim Clement and volunteer assistant Tim Kissner. "They're still working so I haven't fired them yet," he said jokingly. "They are both young coaches and seem excited about it." Clement is no stranger to the Jayhawks. He served as the team's volunteer assistant coach last year. Bingham promoted Clement to his current position after assistant Brad Hill left last year to become head coach at Central Missouri State University. The switch from volunteer to full-time assistant has been challenging but enjoyable. Clement said. "There is a lot more office work," he said. "As a volunteer, with the NCAA rules, there are a lot of things you can't do, like get paid. This job is a lot more fun because I don't have to worry about having another part-time job." Clement began his career as an outfielder at Johnson Clement began his career as an outfielder at Johnson County Community College and transferred to Hawai Pacific at the beginning of his junior year. As a senior he led the Sea Warriors to the NAIA World Series. One of Clement's assignments as hitting coach is to help Bingham in recruiting, something that always needs attention, Clement said. "I've been primarily trying to find out what kids are out there and find out their backgrounds," he said. "It's a continuing, never-ending process that you can't get behind in." Kissner completed his playing career with Oregon State last season after transferring from Mendocino College in Ukiah, Calif. As an outfielder at Oregon State, he helped the Beavers to a 35-16 record in 1994. He also earned his degree last spring in exercise and sports science. Kissner's primary duty is to work with the outfielders, but he also will assist Clement with hitting, Bingham said. Kissner holds another job since he is not paid for his coaching duties. Bingham said he and Kissner had spoken earlier in the year about possible jobs but at that time nothing was available. "I'm wanted to stay in baseball after his college career was over," Bingham said. "He was in Lawrence this summer so when the position came open we brought him in." Kansas senior outfielder Neil Farthing said that Kissner had worked well with the team. "He's been doing a lot of outfield drills like routine fly balls and ground balls," Farthing said. "He is easy to get along with and work with because he seems just like one of the guys." Jim Clement, hitting coach Native of Wichita. Received undergraduate degree from Hawaii Pacific in human resources development in 1992. Played at Johnson County Community College for two seasons, named to All-Jayhawk Conference team both years. Transferred to Hawaii Pacific and led the Sea Warriors to the NAIA World Series in his senior season. Tim Kissner, volunteer assistant Born and raised in Pendleton, Ore. Peking Restaurant Received undergraduate degree from Oregon State in exercise science in May 1994 Began his collegiate career at Mendocino College in Ukiah, Calif., where he was named to All-Bay Valley Conference and All-Northern California teams. Free Delivery 749-0003 Recently, we talked with Commerce Board Members about the changes at Commerce Bank, their president, Jerry Samp and their vision for the future of Lawrence. Together with other Commerce Board Members, Don has a voice and a keen interest in the development of the area. He feels the impetus to growth actually started in the 1950s with the completion of the Kansas Turnpike. "People love it here," according to Don. "They're in the center of the country, yet they're close to the cosmopolitan influence of Kansas City and the educational influence of the University of Kansas. We have outstanding schools, recreation and cultural activities." "This link to the rest of the country added major industries, like Quaker, K-Mart and Hallmark to our existing base of Lawrence Paper Company, Rueter Organ and others. Now Lawrence, like much of the country, is moving toward small service industries." Don Johnston Takes You On A Tour Of Lawrence Don Johnston is president of Maupintour. A travel company started in 1951 by Tom Maupin as a shoebox operation. Quietly, it's grown into one of the nation's leading tour operations. Every year, they send thousands of travelers, from all over the U.S. to tour the world. But Don has his feet firmly planted right here in Lawrence. He cites the environmental companies, research firms and retirement care facilities that have developed here in the past decade. He also notes the new promising trend of light industry, such as pharmaceuticals, computer and medical devices. who talks to them and relates on a personal basis. Jerry Samp wants to make it clear to people in Lawrence that we are still a hometown bank. We intend to be part of Lawrence. Not make Lawrence part of Commerce." He's also quick to point out the trade Commerce Bank plays in the city. "Lawrence is a small community. Most people want someone It's just one of the many reasons Lawrence is a great place to come home to. When asked why he decided to join the Commerce Board of Directors, Don doesn't hesitate. "I enjoy being part of the fabric, growth and vitality of the community. The Board members are a combination of wisdom commitment and experience in the community. They're all genuinely concerned about Lawrence." "Lawrence is a small community.Most people want someone who talks to them and relates on a personal basis." off days Count on Commerce 1/2 off days Saturday: $3.00 cover, 1/2 off drinks (yes, even pitchers) 749-7699 Mon-Fri:1/2offpool 11 am-5 pm 601 Kasold Join us in the City by the Bay! $405 includes: Roundtrip airfare 5 nights lodging For more info, call 864-3477 or stop by the SUA office in the Kansas Union, Level 4. PRE-HEALTH PROFESSION: Juniors & Seniors Applying for Fall, 1996 Acceptance - ALLOPATHIC & OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE • • DENTISTRY • OPTOMETRY • • PODIATRIC MEDICINE • Tuesday, Jan. 24, 7:00 p.m. Big 8 Room, Kansas Union Information Meeting KU faculty advisors will discuss: MCAT, DAT, OAT Information - Application Procedures Interview Process Minority Resources - Interview Process - Minority Resources - Summer Programs For more information contact the Pre-Health Professions Office 110 Strong Hall, Lawrence. 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