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Freshman midfielder Katie Runyon dribbles past Ole Miss defender. Photo by Paige McArdle

Freshmen lead soccer team to two victories

Published Sep 3, 2008

The soccer team remained unbeaten after two games during the three-day weekend.

The Frogs beat the Xavier Musketeers 3-0 Friday night and played to a 2-2 tie against the Mississippi Rebels to make the team's record 2-0-1. Freshman forward Jordan Calhoun's first of a two-goal performance Friday came unassisted in the 17th minute. She netted a second with two seconds remaining in the half with a swift chip into the bottom left corner of the net off a hard return header into the box from freshman defender Alex Mechalske.

Senior Devon Kirk returns a hit during the volleyball match against Texas Southern.

Volleyball 4-0 for the first time since 2006

Published Sep 3, 2008

The Horned Frogs rolled past the Texas Southern Tigers at the University Recreation Center on Tuesday, sweeping them 3-0 (25-13, 25-19, 25-13). The team begins the season 4-0 for just the third time in school history.

Despite being up 17-10 in the first set, head volleyball coach Prentice Lewis called a timeout to get her team back on track.



"(Lewis told us) to limit our mistakes, because we had given the other team close to all of their points because of our mistakes, and just take care of our side of the net," freshman setter Megan Munce said.

Key tailback a no-show at season opener

Published Sep 3, 2008

The Horned Frog football team expected senior tailback Aaron Brown to be a big part of its offense this season. So far, he has yet to see any game action because of a violation of university policy prior to a season-opening 26-3 win over the New Mexico Lobos.

Redshirt freshman safety Sir Demarco Bledsoe also did not make the trip to New Mexico for the same reason, according to athletics media relations director Mark Cohen.



Cohen declined to comment on the situation.

Soccer team remains undefeated

Published Aug 29, 2008

The soccer team remained undefeated and with no goals against after a 3-0 win over the Xavier Musketeers.

Another two goal performance from freshman Jordan Calhoun lifted the Frogs to their second victory in as many games. Calhoun's first goal came unassisted in the 17th minute beginning the Frog's scoring. She netted her second goal with two seconds remaining in the half off a hard return header into the box from freshman Alex Mechalske. A swift chip into the bottom left corner put the Frogs up 2-0 going into the half.

Volleyball starts season with win

Published Aug 29, 2008

In a non-conference match in the Nike/Molten Invitational, the Horned Frogs utilized a strong front row attack and accurate passing to sweep the Lady Techsters 25-18, 25-21, 25-15 and open the season with a win.

After falling behind 5-0 in the first game, the Frogs got it together and cruised through the second and third games, tightening their passing and hitting along the way.



Junior Lauren Otto imposed her will from the left side to the tune of 14 kills and senior Devon Kirk pounded 9 kills from the middle.

Junior midfielder Michelle Nguyen dribbles the ball in last year's game against UT- San Antonio. The Frogs will host Xavier and Mississippi this weekend. File photo

Soccer team hopes to add two wins this weekend

Published Aug 29, 2008

After an impressive start to the season with a 5-0 victory over Stephen F. Austin State University on Aug. 22, the soccer team marches on with two home games this weekend.

Although not much is known about this weekend's opponents, head coach Dan Abdalla said his team can expect quite a challenge.



"We know they're both going to be very well-coached, hard-working teams, so they are both going to be games where we have to make sure we bring our top-level game," Abdalla said.

Clinton’s convention speech effective in unifying Party

Published Aug 29, 2008

Hillary Clinton's Tuesday night speech at the Democratic National Convention in Denver was as effective as her gaudy, orange pant-suit. It kept my attention, served its purpose and was aesthetically disturbing.

It all began with a stunning video homage to the former first lady's life work followed by a heartfelt introduction by daughter Chelsea Clinton, whom I actually had the opportunity to speak with when she came to campus last semester.

Fifth first day of college lends to new perspectives

Published Aug 29, 2008

For the last time, and the love of all that is good and holy, yes, I did graduate last year. That was me flopping up on stage, shaking hands with Chancellor Boschini. No, I didn't intoxicate my way into...

Curriculum, campus additions diversify student experiences

Published Aug 29, 2008

TCU has added a new fancy dining hall and fully renovated, state-of-the art facilities to campus. But that's not all. In addition to the new buildings, more academic programs have been introduced to enhance...

New Maxima SV not as sporty as advertised

Published Aug 29, 2008

The 2009 Nissan Maxima SV is advertised by Nissan USA as the return to Nissan's past, with the reinvention of its four-door sports car concept. This is a much needed change as the past few editions of the model have simply been large, soft and alloy Altimas. This was Nissan's shot at fixing this problem, and it has still missed the mark. I could sit here and ramble on about the features it has or needs, but, really, the problem is simple.

Participants in the Center for Healthy Aging exercise program stay healthy in the University Recreation Center. The program is sponsored by the nursing and kinesiology departments. Photo by Austin Bowler

Community elders keep young through department exercise program

Published Aug 29, 2008

Former TCU staff member Roberta Corder has found her way back to TCU through the doors of the University Recreation Center.Sporting a pink T-shirt and gray leggings, Corder, 68, was all smiles after a...

Chicago Bears Devin Hester gets tackled after catching a pass by Kansas City Chiefs Demorrio Williams during a NFL preseason football game at Soldiers Field in Chicago on Aug. 7. Photo courtesy of MCT

Feature RBs best fantasy picks

Published Aug 29, 2008

Welcome ladies and gentle people to yet another season of Belichick bashing, Eli jokes and fantasy football guidance with a good dosage of Gulf Coast bias.

I'd like to thank you for reading this column when you probably should be listening to the professor your parents pay for, and I'll do my best to make it worth your while.



Many drafts have already finished, but for those of you with commissioners smart enough to allow a full preseason before the draft, let's work on draft strategy.