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Frogs beat Golden Knights 2-1

Frogs beat Golden Knights 2-1

Published Mar 25, 2006

Behind Jake Arrieta - and with the help of some shaky Central Florida outfield defense - the Horned Frogs beat preseason third-team All-American Tim Bascom and the Golden Knights 2-1 Friday night at Lupton Stadium.Arrieta, a sophomore right-hander, pitched seven innings, allowing only one early run, while giving up seven hits, striking out nine and walking one.

"Everything was going after that first inning," said Arrieta, who improved to 5-2 on the season. "After that, I just got on a role."

TCU takes 5-3 loss,UCF takes series

Published Mar 25, 2006

The TCU Frogs need to work on hitting and swinging the bat better if they want to win more games, junior left field Chad Huffman said."We have to work on the little things," Huffman said. "We have to start getting our bunts down, getting hits in clutch situations.that's just got to come."

Huffman, who came into Sunday's game with a batting average of .343, recorded a double for the Frogs in the seventh inning in TCU's 5-3 loss to UCF (16-11).

Huffman also said the team needs to find a way to "get the job done."

Ruffing it

‘Ruffing’ it

Published Mar 24, 2006

For senior Lindsey Whittington, it's a dog's life.It starts at 6:30 a.m., when Whittington's roommate, TCU alumna Natalie Madden, starts getting ready for work.

Madden makes her way to the kitchen, all the while her 1-year-old Dachshund, Tucker, nips at her heels.

In Whittington's room, Tulip, her 2-year-old Maltese, hears the commotion outside the door and begins to whimper, hoping to be let out.

A few rooms down, Natalie's twin sister and fellow TCU alumna, also named Lindsey, is awake too.

the big dig

the big dig

Published Mar 24, 2006

Construction of four new residence halls doesn't begin until June 1, but preparations are well under way.Workers have begun moving utility lines in the circle drive and the grassy area between Frog Fountain and the faculty parking to service the new residence halls and student union, said Harold Leeman, associate director for major projects.

Parking and traffic patterns will not change because of construction during this semester, said Steve McGee, TCU chief of police.

Achievement should be focal point

Published Mar 24, 2006

No one likes stories without happy endings.The dragon should be slain every time, the damsel should never go without rescue, and Cinderella should always land her prince. Unless of course it's NCAA basketball; then Cinderella rarely leaves smiling.

America may not like sad conclusions, but college hoops enthusiasts everywhere should learn not to bemoan a mid-major's eventual season's end, but to applaud the achievements of a team that no one expected to contend.

TCU Police get new logo, courtesy of design student

Published Mar 24, 2006

It took her an hour to come up with a design that will become the staple of TCU Police.Maelen Richie, a sophomore interior design major, created a body design for the new Dodge Durango patrol vehicles TCU Police has been preparing for operation since Spring Break, Detective Kelly Ham said.

After TCU Police had carried the same vehicle design for about 10 years, TCU Police Chief Steve McGee knew it was time for something new, Ham said.

Brite event to focus on black Christianity

Published Mar 24, 2006

Distinguished scholars and ministers will come together as the Brite Divinity School hosts the second annual State of the Black Church Summit and Awards Banquet. The theme of this year's event is "Linking divine justice to social justice."Stacey Floyd-Thomas, assistant professor of ethics and director of black church studies for Brite, said this event is an effort to illustrate Brite's commitment in highlighting the rich heritage of the black Christian church.

Teams to compete in event raising money for children

Published Mar 24, 2006

Grab your gloves, buy your peanuts and Cracker Jacks and make your way out to the ballpark.The ladies of Chi Omega are hosting their annual spring fundraiser, Frats at Bat, at the intramural fields today and Saturday. Frats at Bat is a two-day campuswide men's softball tournament benefiting the North Texas Make-A-Wish Foundation.

According to its Web site, the Make-A-Wish Foundation grants wishes to children with life-threatening medical conditions to "enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy."

Up ‘Til Dawn celebrates year of hard work, dedication

Published Mar 24, 2006

A year of fundraising will be rewarded Friday night during the Up 'Til Dawn finale party.Up 'Til Dawn is a student-run organization that has been raising money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, Tenn., for more than six years. Last year, the organization raised more than $50,000.

The finale party is a reward for students who supported the organization throughout the year by participating in projects, such as letter-writing campaigns where participants write to inform friends and family about the hospital and ask for donations.

Rifle: Shooter breaks TCU record

Published Mar 24, 2006

The stereotype of men being the only ones who shoot guns has been as dominant as the association of seeing John Wayne in a cowboy hat; it's just natural. With that being said, there is a growing trend of women having more and more staying power in the world of competitive shooting. Here at TCU, senior Celeste Green has proven she is not only one of the best female shooters in the country, but she is also one of the best shooters in the country period.

Womens Tennis: Team looks to advance doubles play, coach says

Women’s Tennis: Team looks to advance doubles play, coach says

Published Mar 24, 2006

When the women's tennis players hit the courts this Friday in their home match against the Wyoming Cowgirls, they will be looking to improve their doubles matches, thanks to some changing of doubles teams,...

Artists should speak out

Published Mar 24, 2006

Two razor-thin presidential elections, a controversial war and questionable domestic policies have sent many people to either side of the political room, creating the most divisive time for the United States since the 1960s.In tumultuous times, it's only natural for people to speak out - either for or against an issue.

"Artists, be they painters, actors, writers or musicians, have a responsibility to reflect and interpret the world around them," said DJ Shadow, a popular, underground, San Francisco musician, in a statement on www.zackdelarocha.com.