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Experienced coach admired by players

By Tyler Rainey · Thursday, Oct. 31,2002 1:14 a.m.

In 23 years of coaching the women's tennis team, the one constant for Lin Loring has been success. During the span, Loring has led IU to 15 Big Ten titles, 19 National Championship appearances and a National Championship in 1982.

Pacers primed for opener

By Janie McCauley and Steven Herman · Tuesday, Oct. 29,2002 11:28 p.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- Yao Ming, the Houston Rockets' 7-foot-5 rookie and the No. 1 pick in this year's draft, will make his NBA debut Wednesday night against the Indiana Pacers. "I think Yao is going to be a great player," Thomas said. "He's got all the tools to be one of the great centers in this league." Yao did not join the Rockets until Oct. 20 and played in just two preseason games, averaging 9.5 points and 4.5 rebounds in 18.5 minutes a game. "He's big, he's got a great touch around the basket, he's got good hands, can pass the basketball, has good skill and he understands the game of basketball," Thomas said.

New A's manager named

By Janie McCauley · Tuesday, Oct. 29,2002 11:27 p.m.

OAKLAND, Calif. -- Ken Macha was promoted from bench coach to manager of the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday to replace Art Howe. The A's didn't wait long to replace Howe, who officially was hired Monday as manager of the New York Mets. After interviewing for years, the 52-year-old Macha didn't have to leave to finally become a manager.

Doubles duo fall in sweet sixteen

By Janie McCauley · Tuesday, Oct. 29,2002 11:26 p.m.

Despite a strong performance from one doubles pair, the men's tennis team returned home early this weekend disappointed after being eliminated from regional action. The team competed in the ITA/Omni Hotels Midwest Regional Championships held in Madison, Wis. Coach Ken Hydinger said he was proud of the team's efforts, but said the squad fell short at important times. The Hoosiers singles teams were eliminated in the first two days of competition. The remaining two players were ousted from the tournament Tuesday as sophomore Jullien Vulliez lost to Michigan State's Cameron Marshall, 6-4, 6-2 and sophomore Tom Bagnato lost to Dipesh Rao of the University of Toledo, 6-7(5), 6-3, 6-4.

Competition lurks for Lakers

By Benjy Ekhaus · Tuesday, Oct. 29,2002 11:24 p.m.

With the NBA season now underway, the annual question is again being asked: "Will anyone stop Shaq and the Lakers?" For three years now, the answer, of course, has been no. This year, however, there are some teams that can challenge the league's latest dynasty, and depending on the world's most famous big toe, the end (or at least delay) of an era could be on the horizon. Dethroning the Champion By now, we all know about the Lakers. Here are the teams that could give them trouble.

Noonan rewrites record books

By Janie McCauley · Tuesday, Oct. 29,2002 11:20 p.m.

After leading IU to a 1-1 record on their West Coast road trip last weekend and tallying three of the four Hoosier goals and one assist, senior forward Pat Noonan was named the Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week for the second consecutive week. This marks the fourth conference Offensive Player of the Week award Noonan has garnered this season and the seventh of his career. Noonan paces the Hoosiers with 34 points on 13 goals and eight assists as IU has a 13-2-2 record heading into this weekend's final regular season match against IUPUI.

Baseball predictions pan out

By Val Tsoutouris · Tuesday, Oct. 29,2002 11:19 p.m.

Think back to what you were doing April 2. You probably had either college basketball or Prom on the mind and pepper spray in your eyes. I, however, made predictions on the baseball season in that day's IDS. Not to be self-serving, but let's see how they turned out. What I said: "Whenever the Phillies feel optimistic about themselves, they usually go in the trash bin." What happened: They didn't finish in last like I thought, but they did drop from 86 to 80 wins.

Another in-state test for IU

By Alex MelloanRuiz · Tuesday, Oct. 29,2002 11:17 p.m.

Tonight the IU women's soccer team finishes its regular season at Bill Armstrong Stadium against Butler at 7 p.m. The game also marks senior night, the last home game for the seniors who will be competing in their first Big Ten tournament next week. The game figures to be intensely emotional as the seniors have expressed feelings of sadness as well as exhilaration in these final days of the season. "I have mixed feelings, it's been a good season and I'm tired, but then again, I never want it to end because I know this is my last season," senior tri-captain and forward Kristen Sprunger said.

Transfer student continues training after year hiatus

By Steve Hinson · Tuesday, Oct. 29,2002 12:27 a.m.

Last year the men's cross country team brought in one of the top recruiting classes in the nation. In addition to top freshmen, the team also landed a strong transfer from Rutgers, junior Jon Little.

Noonan helps IU earn weekend split

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Oct. 29,2002 12:27 a.m.

After suffering its first loss since Sept. against Cal St. Fullerton the men's soccer team played like a top team Sunday against UC Santa Barbara dominating them 3-1 behind senior Pat Noonan's two goals.

Tennis expectations fall short

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Oct. 29,2002 12:26 a.m.

The women's tennis team had high expectations entering the ITA/Omni Hotels Midwest Regional Championships Oct. 24.

Import brings heart to team

By Ryan Cost and Ryan J. Cost · Tuesday, Oct. 29,2002 12:24 a.m.

Jaime O'Pray receives a lot of praise from those around her. Coach Amy Robertson calls her "fast," while her cohorts on the field describe her as "dynamic." Whether it be her blazing speed or slight accent, O'Pray certainly is a unique member of IU's 2002 field hockey squad.

New swim coach brings high hopes

By Lisa Kates and Lisa Marie Kates · Tuesday, Oct. 29,2002 12:23 a.m.

The newest and most impressive addition to the men's swim team isn't a freshman, but a well versed veteran of collegiate swimming.

Assistant 'spikes' motivation

By Dan Cohen and Daniel Cohen · Tuesday, Oct. 29,2002 12:21 a.m.

Much of the Hoosiers success this season can be credited to assistant coach Cydryce Carter, who at her first year of coaching at IU, has improved the Hoosiers' defense and blocking -- two main reasons for the team's turnaround.

IU struggles to get ball into 'red zone' against Illini

By Alex Hickey · Tuesday, Oct. 29,2002 12:20 a.m.

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- Last week in practice, coach Gerry DiNardo and his staff worked on IU's Big Ten-worst red zone offense (scoring 57.7 percent of the times in the red zone this season). This week, the team was perfect inside the Illinois 20-yard line.

Heavenly Series

By Aaron Beard and Ben Walker · Monday, Oct. 28,2002 1:17 a.m.

ANAHEIM, Calif. -- This is definitely movie material -- and the stars are the never-say-die Anaheim Angels. They came out of nowhere to reach their first World Series, rallying past every team in their way. Their rookie pitcher wins Game 7. And the best hitter in the world watches from the losers' dugout, knowing he was once just six outs away from winning the only title he has ever wanted.

Intensity lost in Gophers match

By Dan Patrick · Monday, Oct. 28,2002 1:14 a.m.

The Hoosier volleyball team split their Big Ten weekend by overtaking the Iowa Hawkeyes on Friday and falling to the Minnesota Golden Gophers 24 hours later. The eighth-ranked Golden Gophers overpowered the Hoosiers 3-1 Saturday with long runs throughout the match. The Hoosiers were steamrolled 30-19 in game one at University Gym on Saturday. Minnesota set the tone early by taking a 5-2 lead, but the Hoosiers managed to pull within two for a 9-7 Golden Gophers lead. Minnesota then ignited with a four point run that put the score at 13-7 to prompt an IU timeout.

Team fares well in final Regatta

Monday, Oct. 28,2002 1:13 a.m.

The Hoosiers ended their fall rowing season on a successful note at the Head of the Elk Regatta Sunday. While Michigan State reigned supreme, the Hoosiers fared well in all of the races they competed in. Coach Mark Wilson said he was pleased with the team's performance and effort at the Regatta. "I feel good," Wilson said in a statement. "Last year, we didn't end as strong. We got stronger with every race this season. I know that the team is excited to continue conditioning and lifting. They are gaining confidence."

Hoosiers lose twice to Illinois

Monday, Oct. 28,2002 1:11 a.m.

IU dropped to 2-2 this weekend after a pair of losses to No. 2 ranked University of Illinois. The Hoosiers lost 5-3 Friday and 5-0 Saturday. Senior defenseman Joe Rogers, junior forward Clint Heiber, and junior forward David Dassel scored goals for the Hoosiers. Senior goaltender Charlie Pulley recorded 34 saves Friday night as the Illini outshot the Hoosiers 39-20. The Hoosiers managed just one powerplay goal in 18 chances on the weekend while allowing three powerplay goals and two shorthanded goals.

Team captures first win in Big Ten defeat

By Lisa Kates and Lisa Marie Kates · Monday, Oct. 28,2002 1:11 a.m.

The IU men's swimming and diving team won their first Big Ten meet of the season Friday 129 to 104 against Michigan State at the Counsilman-Billingsley Aquatic Center. The Hoosiers (2-0) won 12 of the 13 events against the Spartans. "The effort level was outstanding," coach Ray Looze Jr. said. "I thought the spirit of the team was great. We were in control of the meet the whole time."

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