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SPORTS
THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2004
Arrowhead possibility
Kansas may play game in stadium next year
BY JONATHAN KEALING
jkealing@kansan.com
KANSAN SPORTSWRIVER
Since the inception of the Big 12, the Dr. Pepper Big 12 Football Championship has been played at Arrowhead Stadium twice, with two more scheduled for this year and 2006.
Kansas may not have to wait for a trip to the Championship in order to play a game inside Arrowhead.
Wednesday, several Kansas athletic department officials met with Chiefs president Carl Peterson about playing at Arrowhead. Oklahoma is the possible opponent.
ble opponent. Many have wondered why Oklahoma is the preferred opponent, over a team
like Missouri with a closer fan base. Jim Marchiony, associate athletics director, said that the answer had many parts.
"We've discussed the idea with Missouri," he said, "and they haven't shown any interest."
Additionally, Marchiony said that he thought Oklahoma would bring many of its own fans to fill some of Arrowhead's approximately 80,000 seats.
approximately. Also, he said since the game landed on Kansas' 2005 fall break, that was another influence on the decision.
"It would affect students less. That is the key issue," Marchiony said.
Marchiony did caution, however,
that no firm agreements are in place.
If Kansas agrees to the terms with the Chiefs, the deal should be done.
"We've discussed the idea
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with Missouri and they haven't shown any interest."
Jim Marchiony Associate athletics director
Because the game is a Kansas home game, Kansas has the option of moving the game to a neutral site without getting permission from Oklahoma.
ing permission from the college "I think it's something we would welcome," Kenny Mossman, Oklahoma assistant athletics director, said. "We've enjoyed our previous visits there."
involved our previous
Oklahoma plays one other game at a
neutral site every year. The annual Red River Shootout is played at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas every year.
While attendance is up from last year, the Kansas attendance of about 40,000 would not go very far toward filling Arrowhead.
One question that would linger if the deal is struck is whether or not the Jayhawks can fill Arrowhead Stadium.
Arrowhead.
"I'm sure we can sell all the seats,"
Marchiony said.
Late last month, Lew Perkins,
Kansas athletics director, made it clear
that he wanted to see a Jayhawk game
inside Arrowhead stadium "at some
point."
However, it appears now that point may be sooner, rather than later.
Fraternity wins in flag football
Olathe senior Ryan Vaughan stretches to catch a pass with Omaha, Neb., junior Mike Carlson running after him. Teams Sigma Nu and Kearney '04 played intramural football at Shenk Field Tuesday afternoon.
BY JESSICA FERGEN
jfergen@kansan.com
KANSAN SPORTSWITTER
Both teams showed equal offensive and defensive skills, and each was captained by a running quarterback. Despite impressive teamwork, the game was ultimately decided by the number of flag-guarding penalties assessed to each team, and Sigma Nu-1 ultimately won, 20-13.
The fraternity and open divisions clashed this week when Sigma Nu-1 took on Team Kearney '04.
Editor's Note: Thousands of students at the University of Kansas participate in intramural sports each season. Each week during the season, Kansan sportswriter Jessica Fergen will highlight one intramural game, as suggested by Recreation Services.
Team Kearney '04 received the ball first and went to work with a successful drive. Steve Euston, Overland Park junior, made a diving catch in the end zone for the touchdown, and Mike Conlan, Overland Park junior, caught the ball for the extra point, giving Team Kearney '04 an early seven-point lead
Sigma Nu-1 started off its first possession with a false start penalty and proceeded to almost throw an interception on two different downs. On the fourth down, the team decided to go for it but was thwarted by Team Kearney '04's John Kearney, Overland Park junior, after whom the team is jokingly named.
On the next series, Team Kearney '04 quarterback Joe Sullivan, Overland Park junior, immediately ran for a first down, which the refs promptly took away for flag guarding. It was only the beginning of many such penalties. Sullivan then threw to Olathe senior
Both teams showed equal offensive and defensive skills, and each was captained by a running quarterback. Despite impressive teamwork,the game was ultimately decided by the number of flag-guarding penalties assessed to each team,and Sigma Nu-1 ultimately won,20-13.
ROSTERS
Sigma Nu I
McClain
Southwell
Mike Carlson
Matt Thornton
J. Collin
Chlebak
Jason Bueker
Mitch Runco
Nick Nemer
Jonathan
Archerd
Team Kearney '04
Stephen Euston
Joe Sullivan
John Kearney
Ryan Vaughan
Casey Wright
Ryan Rogers
Mike Conlan
Chris Overman
John Evans
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Ryan Vaughan, who ran for a substantial gain, but also received a flag-guarding penalty. Flag guarding is when players try to block their flags from being grabbed by the opposing team.
The third time was the charm for Team Kearney '04, who moved the ball within a yard of the first down. With fourth down and four inches to go, it decided to press onward, but couldn't convert.
SEE FLAG FOOTBALL ON PAGE 6A
Crew team gaining new membership
BY NURA KELLAH
nkellam@kansan.com
KANSAN SPORTSWRIETER
At 3:30 on a weekday afternoon, Burcham Park, hidden away at 2nd and Indiana streets on the banks of the Kansas River, is a busy place. The Kansas crew team is holding tryouts and working hard to create a fresh team of rowers. Most of the people trying out have never rowed before. Because Kansas crew is a club team, newcomers are more than welcome.
are more than welcome.
"The first few weeks are mainly learning the basics of crew and a lot of conditioning," said Michael Applebaum, varsity team member.
Brenna Whisney (center), sophomore coxswain and varsity member of the women's crew team, shows some new members how to prepare a boat for the water. The Kansas crew is the largest sports club on campus with membership between 55 to 75 members.
The team has a challenging racing schedule that typically includes races in Wichita, Topeka, Kansas City, Kan. Des Moines, Iowa, Rockford, Ill., Atlanta, Boston, Philadelphia, and
The novice rowers are learning how to properly maneuver the boats, the different positions on the water and the fundamentals of racing.
Madison, Wis. Kansas crew is the largest, most active sports club on campus. Dan Rose founded the club in 1977. By the 1980s, the team had grown to more than 120 coed members.
Even after the addition of the Kansas women's rowing team, an NCAA-recognized team, Kansas crew continued to grow in members, coaches and equipment. Jason Krone, sports club director, said some of its success can be attributed to how much effort the organization put into raising money.
said.
For fundraisers the club does the Allen Fieldhouse clean-up and the Erga-thon, which is when crew members row on a rowing machine on Wescoe Beach. This season, the crew team is working on new and inventive fundraising projects. One idea the members have is using fragments of old boats to create tables. They're still waiting for the idea to be approved.
"Kansas Crew is very committed to fundraising, which allows them to travel and purchase quality equipment," he said.
Another reason the Kansas crew team remains one of the strongest sports clubs year after year is because of how well they respond to potential new members, Krone said.
"The KU crew team excels in responding to those who are interested," he said. "They truly pay attention to the Freshmen Summer Interest Surveys."
This year, more than 40 novice rowers have joined crew. They train five days a week both on and off the water
Varsity practice every morning, while novice practice in the afternoon.
"The KU crew team is very hopeful this season," Applebaum said. "The novice team looks strong, and we are all pumped for things to get started."
The team is getting ready for its first regatta, The Head of the Des Moines, held on the Des Moines River in Iowa on Sept. 25.
Edited by Ashley Doyle
SPORTS COMMENTARY
PAUL BRAND
pbrand@kansan.com
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Diets alone won't burn all that fat; get exercise
Many people try the Atkins diet and see no results. The South Beach diet is also very popular and can often prove disappointing to participants. Sorry Dr. Angus, but even your steady regimen of angus beef injections is sometimes not perfect.
Let's face it, diets are not the end-all solution to losing weight or getting in shape. Especially on college campuses, where barley, hops and pizza dough form the unholy trio of dietary sustenance, a healthy diet is nearly impossible.
Although what you eat is important to your overall health, exercise holds the key to solid results. And the University of Kansas gives students many different ways, means and reasons to stay in shape.
Exercise can also help your grades when it comes down to crunch time.
One of the best reasons to exercise is self-confidence. If you are in better shape, you will have a more positive self-image and, thus, feel more comfortable presenting yourself to others. This should yield more dates with a special girl or guy or a successful speech at the Republican National Convention in which you call out "economic girly men."
be more easier to handle
On a less serious note, many fitness options afford students the good fortune of social interaction or people-watching while improving your body
A stronger body translates into an immune system that is generally more resistant to illness, so you will not wear down as much when the winter hits hard. Also, if you are in good shape, the stress of midterms and finals will be much easier to handle.
Take the Student Fitness Recreation Center, for example. The music is turned up. Everybody's dressed to impress. If you go to work out there on a weekday between 5 p.m. and 10 p.m., it resembles a cross between a night club and a Michelob Ultra commercial.
For those people who do not aspire to be gym gurus or like to save their club-hopping for the bars, the campus has a lot to offer as well.
Running is one of the best, cheapest and most convenient options for students looking to get fit. Jogging up the hills of Mount Oread can be challenging, rewarding and will have you in top shape in no time. If you are ever short on motivation to run on campus, just go down Jayhawk Boulevard on a beautiful early fall day. You will understand.
Although somewhat less popular, cycling is another great way to exercise in Lawrence. Trail biking is available along the Kansas River or out at Clinton Lake.
Road biking can be found on any of the city's unavoidable hills. If it is the hills keeping you off the bike, just imagine you are Lance Armstrong climbing the Alps during the Tour de France. If you have a yellow "Lance band," you are halfway there.
If running, lifting, or biking is not your thing, there are always organized sports. Pick-up basketball games, intramural leagues or impromptu Ultimate Frisbee all give good exercise opportunities.
opportunity Whatever your interest, there is certainly a corresponding fitness niche on campus.
1. Do something. Even a small addition to weekly exercise habits can make an impact.
Simply follow these two pearls of wisdom and you will be well on your way to better shape.
2. Despite what anyone tells you,
Michelob Ultra is not a sports drink
Brand is an Overland Park senior in history.
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