6A = THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
SPORTS
MONDAY,OCTOBER 7,2002
Perfect tournament record spoiled by Butler County
By Steve Schmidt
sschmidt@kansan.com
Kansan sportswriter
The tournament looked good for the Kansas softball team going into the fourth and final game of the KU Fall Softball Classic.
The Jayhawks were on the verge of going undefeated in tournament play after winning their first three contests. Then, Kansas took on Butler County Community College.
And five costly errors caused Kansas to come up on the losing side of a 5-4 decision.
The Grizzlies produced only two hits but were still able to work the base paths because of Kansas wild pitches and errors. Kansas attempted to stage a rally in the sixth inning but failed.
"I look at it as a focus issue," coach Tracy Bunge said. "Granted, it was a long day. But that's part of the game. It's no excuse. They played well, but I'm very disappointed with our effort and our defense."
The Jayhawks beat Washburn, 6-2, earlier in the day.
In two innings of work,
Kansas amassed six runs on six
hits, highlighted by a mammoth home run by sophomore pitcher Serena Settlemier.
Settlemier and junior Kara Pierce combined for a 10-strike-out performance, allowing just three hits.
On Saturday, Kansas squeezed past both Johnson County Community College and Emporia State on a pair of 1-0 victories.
Kansas left fielder Heather Stanley smashed a home run over the Kansas flag in left-center field in the Johnson County game. The blast was her first college hit.
"I knew she'd be bringing it with two outs," Stanley said. "It was time for me to get a hit."
Settlemier overpowered the Johnson County batters, recording a one-hitter with 11 strikeouts. She struck out the side in the second and fifth innings.
"I thought she did well," Johnson County coach Frank Barnes said. "I think it's a combination of her throwing well and us not being disciplined at the plate."
Kansas' offensive production against Emporia State came courtesy of first baseman Leah Mountain. She went two-for-three with one RBI.
"Granted, it was a long day. But that's part of the game. It's no excuse. They played well, but I'm very disappointed with our effort and our
defense."
Tracy Bunge Kansas softball coach
"I was just focused and seeing the ball real well," Mountain said. "We've been working hard now for six weeks, so it was kind of putting it all together."
Kansas pitcher Kara Pierce stopped the Hornets, tossing a two-hitter with eight strikeouts.
"I'm disappointed with the fact that we didn't finish our fall season on a positive note," Bunge said. "We talked about playing our best game of fall this game (against Butler) by putting it all together. Unfortunately, this was probably our poorest game of the fall."
— Edited by Ryan Malashock
Diving in
Eric Braem/Kansan
Casey Topol,
Mammorneck, N.Y.,
freshman,
prepares for a dive off the three-meter board at Robinson Natatorium. The swimming and diving team held its annual intrasqued scrimmage Friday.
The Blue team defeated the Crimson team 126-122 in the 16-form event. Topol finished fourth in the three-meter event and won the one-meter competition.
HOROSCOPES
Today's Birthday (Oct. 7).
What goes around comes around for you this year. The more you keep old promises and pay off old debts, the more prosperous you become. You may even get payback for a good deed you performed years ago. The more good you did, the more good you'll get.
Aries (March 21-April 19). Today is a 6.
Go back over the books one more time. It's not easy, but you can do this. Add everything up until you know exactly what you have. It's a great feeling.
Taurus (April 20-May 20). Today is a 7.
A very attractive person could be a lot more responsive to your suggestion than you think. You'll never know unless you ask — soon and often.
Gemini (May 21-June 21). Today is a 7.
Back to work! Your assignment is to test recently acquired theories against cold, hard reality. Humor helps, so don't take yourself too seriously.
Cancer (June 22-July 22). Today is a 7.
Others value your opinions more when you present them with facts. Carefully prepare your case.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22). Today is a 6. Careful deliberation is suggested, especially when it comes to domestic matters. Don't rush into doing something you'll have to live with for years.
Virgo (Aug, 23-Sept, 22), Today is a 7.
Take time to plan ahead. Working smarter instead of harder is the
objective. It's possible but not by just following orders. Use your head.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct 22). Today is an 8.
Make calls and send letters early. Communication channels are apt to get clogged as the day progresses. The money's more likely to come later — tomorrow or the next day.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21). Today is a 7.
You're the epitome of sweetness and compassion. Your gentle manner gives others the feeling they can trust you completely, as well they can. Right?
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21.
Today is a 7.
Make sure you know what you're talking about before you make a scene. Be an effective whistleblower, not a sacrificial lamb.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Today is a 7.
You're certainly not a phony, but it might be wise to just do the job and not say much about it. Save your comments and share them with friends you won't have to convince
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Today is a 7.
Are you prepared to report on your recent activities? You've usually done all your homework well in advance. If you haven't, hurry!
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20). Today is a 7.
Get things organized at your place so that you can expand your area. Curiosity, and maybe an invitation, soon coaxes you beyond old boundaries.