--- KANSAN.COM / THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN / THURSDAY, JANUARY 27, 2011 / SPORTS 9A Kansas 27 | 25 — 52 Missouri 30 | 36 — 66 Jayhawk Stat Leaders Points Carolyn Davis 17 Rebounds Monica Engleman 7 Assists Angel Goodrich 6 Player FG-FGA 3FG-3FGA Rebs A Pts Aishah Sutherland 3-7 0-0 5 1 6 Carolyn Davis 7-10 0-0 2 0 17 Monica Engleman 1-7 1-1 7 5 5 Marisha Brown 1-3 0-1 4 0 2 Angel Goodrich 3-8 1-4 4 6 10 Keena Mays 3-7 2-4 0 1 8 Krysten Boogaard 0-2 0-0 1 2 0 Diara Moore 0-0 0-0 1 0 1 Tania Jackson 1-4 1-3 3 0 3 Missouri
PlayerFG-FGA3FG-3FGARebsAPts
Shakara Jones3-110-18211
Christine Flores1-20-0433
Jamyn Otote2-62-5306
ReaShara Brown8-171-45622
Trenee Thornton2-92-7306
Bailey Gee0-00-0000
Sydney Crafton2-40-0706
BreAnna Brock6-60-08112
An institution may pay transportation, housing and meal expenses for a student-athlete's spouse, children and teammates to be present in situations in which a family member or legal guardian of the student-athlete suffers a life-threatening injury or illness on, in the event of a family member's or legal guardian's death, to provide the student-athlete's spouse, children and teammates with such expenses in conjunction with funeral arrangements. (Adopted: 1/10/95 effective 8/19/95, Revised: 11/1/01 effective 8/1/02, 4/25/02 effective 8/1/02, 5/22/07, 4/13/09). By NCAA rules, Kansas Athletics would not normally be able to pay for travel because it would be considered an impermissible benefit. The NCAA is also allowing Kansas Athletics to pay for funeral arrangements. The amount of money being spent is not known at this time. Theresa Becker, associate athletics director of compliance, said the athletics department needed to request relief through the waiver process. The waiver process allows universities with extenuated circumstances to submit a request to the NCAA that allows the university to work around the bylaws. "The NCAA staff has been extremely understanding, extremely supportive, very compassionate and very sympathetic to this whole situation," Becker said. "They've really been wonderful to work with and extremely supportive." According to the release, the NCAA is allowing Robinson's sister Jayla to travel with her brother back to Lawrence at the expense of the University. A series of waivers were granted. ROBINSON (CONTINUED FROM 1A) were able to find a number of findings called case precedent, where similar situations have happened and the NCAA has granted relief. In conjunction with bylaw 16.6.1.3.1, found in the NCAA's Division I Manual: "We're thankful, at this point, for the many people that are interested in helping in some way, are able to do that through contributing to the family fund," Becker said. Normally the requests are submitted in written form and the NCAA will discuss the issue with the institution and offer its guidance. Every step of the way needs to be documented, but in cases like this one, the NCAA granted immediate relief and Kansas Athletics will follow up with the documentation. "When you have an urgent emergency situation like this, the staff is very gracious." Becker said. "They will grant telephone decisions and that's how we've dealt with this particular case." Becker said that the compliance staff was working over the weekend researching to see if there was a valid argument. Becker said they One presedent is because of a case concerning former Clemson runningback RayRay McErlathbey, who was able to set up a fund for his 11-year-old brother. Similarly there is a fund that has been set up for Robinson's 9-year-old sister Jlaya. Becker said the NCAA has not only been supportive, but prompt with its decision-making. Becker said the compliance staff got on the phone first thing Monday morning to talk with the NCAA and to file a waiver. She said they would have been on the phone sooner, but the NCAA offices were closed. Becker said Kansas Athletics could have set up the fund for Jayla, based on the relief the NCAA granted, but chose not to because the "NCAA is allowing boosters, athletic representatives, alumni, contributors, donors, fans and friends of the University can make a contribution to the Lisa Robinson Fund without violating NCAA rules." WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Edited by Brittany Nelson Kansas lacks focus for fourth straight loss "You can't miss free throws and turn the ball over and expect to win on the road or at home," coach Bonnie Henrickson said. BY HANNAH WISE "Twenty-one turnovers. That's just beating yourself," Henrickson said. hwise@kansan.com Even after taking away the turnovers by both teams the score would have been 37-45, a slightly more even game with an eight-point deficit for the Jayhawks. The game was a low scoring one finishing 52-66, but many of the Missouri points were scored because of the lack of Jayhawk team focus. The Jayhawks turned over the ball 21 times compared to the 15 Missouri turnovers. The Tigers held Aisha Sutherland and Davis to three offensive rebounds. The lack of rebounds eliminated scoring opportunities for the entire team. The Jayhawks needed to capitalize on scoring opportunities to break a three-game losing streak. However, the team did not put forth the effort needed to make free throws and avoid turnovers. Carolyn Davis made eight free throw attempts, but only completed three, well below her usual level of 72.3 percent. "We have got to focus and concentrate, and we are talking about kids who normally make free throws," coach Henrickson said. The Jayhawks ended the night at 7-16 from the line. Free throws are one aspect of basketball that coaches always emphasize because it is the same every time. The low percentage translates to a lack of focus from the players. Angel Goodrich ended the night 1-4 shooting free throws. She has a season average of 44.4 percent when she steps up to the line. During post-game interviews Goodrich could not find an answer to why she struggled so much behind the line. She explained that she practices free throws every day, but that she might not have been focused enough tonight. "They were all great rebounders, they found us early and they made contact. That's what kept us off the boards," Davis said. It stands out when guard Monica Engleman has more total rebounds than either forwards. Missouri grabbed 11 more rebounds than Kansas, providing the Tigers with 11 second-round scoring opportunities. The Jayhawks lacked communication and focus for the majority of the game. The lack of communication was a contributing factor to the large number of turnovers. The team played a Missouri team that was focused and had plans to work hard to bring home a win. The Jayhawks have room to improve their free throws and decrease their turnovers. Edited by Erin Wilbert HP HAWKS POINTE Please contact the leasing office for details: 785 841 5255 | 1421 W 7th ST lemon bliss spa Nail Specials tanning body treatments massage $20 spa manicure (reg. $30) $35 spa pedicure (reg. $45) Tanning Specials One month unlimited level 2 $45 level 1 $25 level 3 $65 Two weeks unlimited level 1 $15 level 2 $30 level 3 $45 2 Hours FREE valet parking with no charge 1200 Oread Ave (inside the Orchard) 785-839-29 NCAA BASKETBALL Fredette shines in BYU victory PROVO. Utah — Jimmer Fredette scored 43 points and ninth-ranked BYU beat No. 4 San Diego State 71-58 before a frenzied crowd Wednesday night, handing the Aztecs their first defeat of the season. ASSOCIATED PRESS The loss by SDSU (20-1, 5-1 Mountain West Conference) leaves No.1 Ohio State as the only unbeaten team in the nation at 21-0. BYU (20-1, 6-0) has won 10 straight, and six in a row at home against San Diego State. The Cougars trailed 31-30 at halftime thanks to a late 3-pointer by San Diego State's Kawhi Leonard. The biggest regular-season basketball game in Mountain West history didn't disappoint. The first matchup of top-10 teams in the conference was tight from the start, with 15 lead changes and seven ties. But BYU, now alone atop the Mountain West, turned it on in the second half. With the score tied at 44, the Cougars went on a 16-8 run to take a 60-52 lead with 4:12 to go. Leonard's jumper pulled San Diego State to 60-54 with 3:45 remaining. Noah Hartsock capped the run with a layup. Fredette also hit a pair of 3-pointers, reserve James Anderson had several key blocks and BYU's career steals leader, Jackson Emery, came up with a key theft and jam. Fredette, a leading contender for national player of the year, took over. He made seven straight free throws to give BYU a 67-54 lead. Leonard finished with 22 points to lead the Aztecs. The game was big enough that at least two dozen NBA scouts descended on Provo. A sign also proclaimed Fredette "The Real King James" — a reference to NBA star LeBron James. He didn't disappoint, though San Diego State made him work for every point. February events at the Kansas Zen Center 1423 New York St., Lawrence KS - Thursdays Feb. 3 and Feb. 10, 7 p.m. * Foundations of Zen Class. $20. Taught by * Zen Master Hae Kwang (Stan Lombardo) Saturday Feb. 12, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. One-day retreat. Orientation for newcomers at 8:30 a.m. Taught by Zen Master Hae Kwang (Stan Lombardo). Bring a brown-bag lunch. $30. Tuesday Feb. 15, 7:30 p.m. Talk by Brad Warner, a Soto Zen master, punk rock musician, and author most recently of Sex, Sin and Zen. $10. Brad will also be speaking Thursday Feb. 17 at Unity Temple on the Plaza for more information, contact kansasazencenter@gmail.com or visit kansasazencenter.org Reagan: Sunday, January 30, 3:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Public Reception at the Seymour Gallery, Lied Center Join Smith and former Reagan Political Director, Bill Lacy, as they reminisce about our 40th president as his 100th birthday approaches. FDR:Wednesday, February 16, 7:30 p.m. Bill Lacy interviews Smith about the most significant Democratic president of the last century. Join Richard Norton Smith, presidential historian, museum director and first permanent director of the Dole Institute as he discusses his presidential picks from the last century to place on Mt. Rushmo Book Event; Reagan at Westminster with KU Professor Robin Rowland Friday, Feb. 18, 3:00 p.m. Mary Rowland discusses his new book regarding President Reagan's historic speech foreshadowing the fall of the Iron Curtain. Event will include a book sale and signing. IKE:Wednesday, February 23, 7:30 p.m. Smith argues that Kansas' own favorite son deserves his place on the rock. Book Event Wilson: Thursday, February 24, 7:30 p.m. Smith explains why the progressive icon is the fourth and final member of the 20th century dream team. Between War and Peace: How America Ends its Wars with Ted Wilson and Roger Spiller Thursday, Feb. 10, 3:00 p.m. Authors discuss their timely new book that explores the endings of 14 wars from the Revolution to the first Gulf War. Event will include a book sale and signing. *All events are free and open to the public. Events are located at the Dole Institute, unless otherwise stated. DOLE INSTITUTE OF POLITICS 2011 PRESIDENTIAL LECTURE SERIES RICHARD NORTON SMITH'S 20TH CENTURY MT. RUSHMORE 1