WEDNESDAY,APRIL 23,2003
SPORTS
THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN = 3B
Unruly fans may be jailed, fined $1.000
The Associated Press
CHICAGO — White Sox chairman Jerry Reinsdorf insists unruly fans are not limited to his team's ballpark, and tougher laws are the best way to keep spectators off the field.
"This is not a White Sox problem. It's a problem at all facilities across the country that has to be addressed," Reinsdorf said yesterday.
These were his first public comments since a fan attacked an umpine last week at U.S. Cellular Field during a game against Kansas City. Seven months earlier, a Royals' coach was attacked by a man and his son at what was then Comiskey Park.
Reinsdorf spoke yesterday at a stadium news conference to announce another proposal by a lawmaker aimed at strengthening penalties against disorderly fans.
"There are a variety of responses that may be necessary in order to solve the problem."Reinsdorf said.
He stressed that the most important thing is a legal system that provides mandatory penalties that "will cause people to think more than once before they do something like this."
Reinsdorf left before reporters asked questions.
State senator Mattie Hunter announced she would propose a bill that would jail fans for 30 days and fine them a minimum of $1,000 if they are convicted of trespassing
onto a field, basketball court or hockey rink during a pro sports event.
On Monday, a Chicago alderman proposed a city ordinance raising the fine from $100 to $1,000 for running onto the field during a pro sports event.
State representative John Fritchey has said he would introduce a bill to increase penalties.
In the most recent attack, 24-year-old Eric Dybas of suburban Bolingbrook was charged with one count of felony aggravated battery and one count of misdemeanor criminal trespass.
If convicted, he faces two to five years in prison.
Three other men were charged with misdemeanors after they ran out onto the field during the same game, but they didn't jump anyone.
Reinsdorf said the White Sox had worked hard to create a family-friendly ballpark.
He said the atmosphere was far different from how it had been more than two decades ago when the stadium was billed as the world's largest outdoor saloon and "hundreds of people used to be arrested and thrown out of the place on Friday night."
While few fans run out onto a baseball field, Reinsdorf said, "It's very, very important that we get that down to zero and we eliminate the problems caused by just a very, very few irresponsible people."
NEW YORK — Nothing goes right for the Cincinnati Bengals, even when they own the No. 1 choice in the NFL draft.
The Associated Press
Cincinnati facing draft difficulties
Yes, the Bengals will have the first pick Saturday. And they don't really want it.
Cincinnati has talked to the agent for Southern California's Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Carson Palmer and the agents for Marshall quarterback Byron Leftwich and Kansas State cornerback Terence Newman. Typically, money already is an issue — Palmer wants far more than Bengals president Mike Brown is willing to pay.
The guess here is that the Bengals will stay put and take Carson Palmer, quarterback, Southern California.
2. DETROIT Nothing goes right for the Lions, either. They want Charles Rogers, wide receiver, Michigan State, although there are questions about a drug test he took at the scouting combine.
3. HOUSTON: The Texans decide not to trade up for Rogers and take Andre Johnson, wide receiver, Miami, giving David Carr, last year's No. 1, a target.
5. DALLAS: Terrell Suggs' disappointing times in the 40-yard dash mean Bill Parcelsi instead will go with Terence Newman, cornerback, Kansas State, an instant stopper at a position that killed the Cowboys last season.
4. CHICAGO: Kordell Stewart is a decent stopgap at quarterback and the Bears might get Chris Simms in the second round.
6. ARIZONA: The Cardinals will try to get a local, Terrell Suggs, defensive end, Arizona State, whose 4.85 40-yard dash times don't wipe away his 24 sacks last season.
7. MINNESOTA: The Vikings
would love to take Suggs, Robertson or Newman. They "settle" for Jimmy Kennedy, defensive tight end, Penn State.
8. JACKSONWILLE: Mark Brunell can't go on for forever. Byron Leftwish, quarterback, Marshall.
9. CAROLINA: Coach John Fox likes big guys like Jordan Gross, offensive tackle, Utah.
10. BALTIMORE: Brian Billick will try to get Kyle Boller, quarterback, California, has been moving up the draft board.
11. SEATTLE: Kevin Williams, defensive tackle, Oklahoma State.
12. ST. LOUIS: The Rams still need defense. They take Marcus Trufant, cornerback, Washington State.
14. NEW ENGLAND: Johnathan Sullivan, defensive tackle, Georgia.
13. NEW YORK JETS: Boss Bailey, linebacker, Georgia; he is neither old nor slow.
15. SAN DIEGO: The run on defensive linemen continues with William Joseph, defensive tackle, Miami.
16. KANSAS CITY: Andre Woolfolk, cornerback, Oklahoma, is the latest addition.
17, 18. NEW ORLEANS: Another couple of picks to package and move up. Or the Saints will take Troy Polamalu, safety, Southern California, and Jerome McDougle, defensive end, Miami.
19. NEW ENGLAND: More defense: E.J. Henderson, line-backer, Maryland.
20. DENVER: Kwame Harris, offensive tackle, Stanford, fits here.
21. CLEVELAND: Eric Steinbach,
guard, Iowa.
22. NEWYORK JETS: They signed Curtis Conway to replace Laveranues Coles, but Taylor Jacobs.
wide receiver, Florida, is the long-term solution.
23. BUFFALO: The Bills gave up their first pick for Drew Bledsoe, then got this one for Peerless Price. Kenny Peterson, defensive tackle, Ohio State, helps the defensive rebuilding.
24. INDIANAPOLIS: Another defensive unit that needs help. Mike Doss, safety, Ohio State.
25. NEW YORK GIANTS: general manager Ernie Accorsi has moved up in the first round the last two years and it could happen again. Michael Haynes, defensive end, Penn State provides much-needed defensive line depth.
26. SAN FRANCISCO: Defensive line needs rebuilding. But there are defensive linemen lower, and Bryant Johnson, wide receiver, Penn State, is needed to complement Terrell Owens.
27. PITTSBURGH: Tommy Maddox is fine for now, but the Steelers' future is Rex Grossman, quarterback, Florida.
28. TENNESSEE: Eddie George won't go on forever. Larry Johnson, running back, Penn State, the first running back in a draft that lacks quality at the position.
29. GREEN BAY: Assuming Grossman's gone, they'll look lower for Brett Favre's eventual successor, perhaps even homestate hero Brooks Bollinger. Defense here: Ty Warren, defensive tackle, Texas A&M.
30. PHILADELPHIA: A pass rusher to replace Hugh Douglas, Chris Kelsav, defensive end, Nebraska.
31, 32. OAKLAND: Jerry Rice and Tim Brown are nearing the end of superb careers. Kelly Washington, wide receiver, Tennessee, and a classic Raiders pick: Willis McGahee, running back, Miami, who would have been in the top five if he hadn't torn up his knee in the national title game.
Wildcat not expected for first choice
The Associated Press
MANHATTAN — Terence Newman has already resigned himself to not being the No. 1 pick in Saturday's NFL draft.
But yesterday, the Kansas State cornerback had a promise for the teams that pass him up.
Cincinnati has the first pick, and Newman said he had been told the Bengals wouldn't use it on him.
Newman's 4.3 speed in the 40-yard dash and his versatility he can also play on special teams and at wide receiver make it likely he will be the first defensive back selected.
He had five interceptions last season for the Wildcats and was third on the team with 903 all-purpose yards. Still, not even winning the Thorpe award prepared him for the national attention he's getting as the draft approaches.
Linebacker Terry Pierce also could be drafted in the first or second round on Saturday, after deciding to leave school following a standout junior season.
Snyder also said Newman's fame would do nothing but good for his program's image.
Kansas State coach Bill Snyder said the Wildcats would miss Pierce, but he didn't think his decision was a bad one.
Kansas State's last firstround pick was Chris Canty, taken with the 29th overall selection by the New England Patriots in 1997.
ATTENTION KU STUDENTS WIN $1500 AWARD
The Senior Class Gift to the University of Kansas for 2003 will be a painting of a memorable KU scene or place. This painting will be selected by contest. The theme is "Jayhawks United" and all entries will be displayed in the Kansas Union gallery this summer. The Senior Class Officers, the Senior Class Advisory Board, and selected members of the faculty and staff will judge the entries and choose one (1) work of art. The winning painting will be framed and permanently hung in the newly renovated Kansas Union with a plaque recognizing the artist. The selected artist will receive a $1500 prize in June 2003.
- Contest is open to all currently enrolled KU students.
- Entries must be completed in oil or acrylic paint on 24"x30" canvas. Entries must be submitted by May 12,2003, at 5:00pm to the Office of Student Support, 213 Strong Hall, with the completed application form.
- All entries will hang in the Kansas Union Gallery from May 13,2003 to July 1,2003.
- This is a wonderful opportunity to express your creativity, show your KU pride, receive exposure, win a prize, and add a meaningful piece to your portfolio.
- Winner will be notified May 14,2003
If you are artistic and have a strong love for KU — this contest is for you!
For more information, please contact Roarke Gordon, Senior Class President, at 785.550.7363
Board of Class Officers
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