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Stanley Cup Playoffs, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

In the recently concluded Stanley Cup playoffs the point was made repeatedly that the road to the Cup is a war of attrition. Unlike other sports leagues, the National Hockey League does not require their teams to reveal injuries, and in fact disguising and hiding injuries has become a major art form in the NHL, while trainers and team doctors have come to rival coaches in their significance. Various drugs have become the key elements to victory.

Father's Day, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

Today on Father's Day I want to talk about the man who taught me a love of sport, and especially a love of baseball, and who taught me much about life.

Michelle Akers And American Women's Soccer, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

I remember quite vividly the first time I met Michelle Akers. It was a few months after she led the United States Women's Soccer team to their first World Championship. Akers came to my Sport History class to talk about this victory and her position as the greatest female soccer player in the World.

Ncaa Basketball, Baseball, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

Two of my favorite groups have been quite active over the past few days: the baseball owners and the NCAA. As usual the activity involved a malfunction of gray matter.

Tennis, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

What ever happened to tennis, "The Sport of the Seventies?" It was all the rage. The names of the great players were known universally: King, Court, Evert, McEnroe, Borg, Ashe and Connors. After every big television tennis weekend you couldn't get a court in a public park without a two-hour wait. If you played in the big private venues, well you might be able to get a court at 2 a.m. on Wednesday or Thursday, but you couldn't expect much else.

World Wrestling Federation, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

What is the relationship of the World Wrestling Federation to sport? What is its relationship to other video games in the time of our video war, appearing daily on the news channels that cry out for our twenty-four attention?

The Decline Of The Magic And The Nba In Transition, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

This past week has been a difficult one for Orlando Magic fans. After going through a short season in reasonably good style the Magic went out of the playoffs in short shrift. This was not only a sign that the Magic have major problems they must face in the weeks ahead, but it also was one of many indications that in the post-Michael NBA major changes are taking place.

Orlando Magic, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

This past week has been a difficult one for Orlando Magic fans. After going through a short season in reasonably good style the Magic went out of the playoffs in short shrift. This was not only a sign that the Magic have major problems they must face in the weeks ahead, but it also was one of many indications that in the post-Michael NBA major changes are taking place.

In Memoriam Joe Dimaggio, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

I met a man today who claims he once saw Joe DiMaggio drop a fly ball. In a game. I didn't know whether to believe him or not. Then he told me that Joe hit a 10th inning home run to win the game. This gave the story a modicum of credibility. Yes, I suppose it could have happened.

Hollins Columns (1999 May 3), Hollins College

Hollins Student Newspapers

Table of Contents:

• Do You Remember When...?
• Parting is such sweet sorrow
• Burning the Bridge
• Seniors show their concern
• Glendenning remembers Hollins with a song
• What will you miss most about Hollins University?
• A good-bye message from Vern
• A letter from President Rasmussen
• To the Hollins community

John Elway, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

I have a friend who was at Stanford at the same time as John Elway. He too was an athlete but not in one of the high profile money sports. Over the years he has come to detest John Elway especially the Denver quarterback's success. My friend claims that with every million dollars and every big game victory, Elway is making him look bad. My friend is yet to win a big game or make a million, although he continues to have hope for the lottery.

Columbine And Jock Culture, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

If you are like me you are already weary, or just wary, of the endless analysis of the Colorado high school shootout that have blanketed the media over the past few days. The cable news networks seem to have found something worthy of their attention now that they no longer have Bill and Monica, and have become bored with the video game war in Serbia.

Columbine And "Jock Culture", Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

If you are like me you are already weary, or just wary, of the endless analysis of the Colorado high school shootout that have blanketed the media over the past few days. The cable news networks seem to have found something worthy of their attention now that they no longer have Bill and Monica, and have become bored with the video game war in Serbia.

Hollins Columns (1999 Apr 19), Hollins College

Hollins Student Newspapers

Table of Contents:

• Dedication of Wyndham Robertson Library was a historic event for Hollins
• Just trying to make sense of everything
• To those who will listen
• To the Hollins Community
• The 39th Annual Hollins Literary Festival
• Spring Dance Works
• Who is Robie McFarland?
• Countdown to May 19 for Episode I: The Phantom Menace
• Summer is just around the corner
• Lacrosse team ends season
• Equestrian Team goes to Nationals

A Tribute To Wayne Gretsky, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

Wayne Gretzky’s retirement marks the end of the career of one of the greatest sports stars of the century and the greatest hockey player of all time. A list of his achievements is mind boggling: Nine Hart Trophies as regular season MVP all in the 1980s; Two Conn Symthe Trophies as MVP in the Stanley Cup Playoffs; Five times the winner of Lester Pearson Award given to the outstanding player as voted by the players; Four Time Lady Bing Trophy winner as most gentlemanly player. He is the owner of over sixty NHL career records including goals (894), assists (1962) …

Hollins Columns (1999 Apr 5), Hollins College

Hollins Student Newspapers

Table of Contents:

• Virginia women seek to ratify Equal Rights Amendment
• New Library Open and Running
• Time flies when you're having fun
• Let's get physical... well, maybe tomorrow
• Justice Harry Blackmun, a life
• Spring Break 1999 in Jamaica
• Nobilis in morte: An exhibit of photographs by Robert Sulkin
• Craig Fields sings in Talmadge
• Ed-TV is a fun film but not much more
• Tennis team competes at the Southeast Regional Championships
• Softball team hopes to match last year's winning season
• Break it Down

Hollins Columns (1999 Mar 15), Hollins College

Hollins Student Newspapers

Table of Contents:

• Library to open in April, books to move over spring break
• Speeders beware: police are out to get you
• How old is too old?
• Letters to the Editor
• Special interest housing: will general students be restricted to only dorm living?
• A look at the Hollins Class of 2002
• I went to the N Sync concert: One student's confession
• Sandra Brice returns to Hollins
• Who will take home this year's Oscars?
• Teacher of the Year Speaks at Hollins
• Rider complete successful indoor show
• A Slow Beginning to a Long Lacrosse Season

Carlos And Smith, Black Protest, And The Black Athlete, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

On of the most indelible images of sport in the Sixties was the picture of Tommy Smith and John Carlos standing on the victory podium with their black gloved fist salute during the playing of the American national anthem. That image returned to me this past week when ESPN presented a three-part series on the social role of the Black Athlete.

Hollins Columns (1999 Mar 1), Hollins College

Hollins Student Newspapers

Table of Contents:

• Elizabeth Dole: Will she be the first woman President?
• Bond speaks at Hollins
• Life outside the bubble
• RLA thanks Hollins
• Pointing the Finger: Where do we draw the line?
• Student Conduct Council
• Library to open in April, books to move over spring break
• Brendan Galvin: A conversation in poetry
• Marjorie Portnow wows students in the Art Annex
• The Road to Roommates
• Wishing for Rain in "Alabama Rain"
• French Film Festival showcases talents of women directors
• New CD, Is This Desire? Pops the Big Question
• Year 2000, Y2K Boom or Bust
• The Crush party features Carbon Leaf
• Moving …

The Super Bowl And Conspicuous Consumption, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

ESPN is calling it their "blow out the budget coverage." FOX promises that this will be the biggest presentation ever with over seven hours of pre-game programming. A thirty-second advertising spot will cost a $1.6M which comes to a mere $53,333 per second and represents a 28% increase over last year's bargain rates.

Olympic Scandal, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

What was being called the Salt Lake City Olympic Scandal and is now clearly the all-world Olympic Scandal is a shock to very few people. Rumors, newspaper articles, and books have all previously raised these issues including some of the more spectacular details. I have in the back of my mind the recollection of a charge that an Olympic official was given a heart transplant, perhaps for a relative, by world renowned heart surgeon Michael DeBakey.

The Bcs, Fairness, And The Money, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

Everyone now knows what the "BS" in the "BCS" stands for but there seems to be some doubt remaining about the "C." Some suggest "computer," some say "compound," some say it is a redundant statement of the "S." Whatever it is, several other things are now clear.

Hollins Columns (1998 Dec 7), Hollins College

Hollins Student Newspapers

Table of Contents:

• Hollins welcomes Wolf: General Speakers Fund wraps up their lecture series
• In Memory of Gerry Griffith
• On the weather outside is frightful...
• Remembering a young life
• First year students take on service projects
• The stress that hangs over all of our heads
• Hollins University's First Short Term
• Spotlight on Nicole Janowski
• American History X presents a disturbing look at Neo-Nazism
• Benedict brings experience to Hollins
• From the streets of Nashville, to the halls of Hollins
• Basketball team prepared for season
• Volleyball team wins trip to ODACS
• 'Tis the season to be nutty

College And Pro Athletes: Crime And Punishment, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

There have been headlines over the past week about crime statistics from the National Football League. Jeff Benedict and Don Yaeger in their new book, Pros and Cons: The Criminals Who Play in the NFL, claim that one in five (21%) of all the players in the NFL have been charged with at least one serious crime. Among these are two murders, seven rape charges, 45 counts of domestic violence and 42 charges of assault. What is worse, say Yaeger and Benedict, the National Football League continues to employ these kinds of people at huge salaries and the NFL seems …

Hollins Columns (1998 Nov 9), Hollins College

Hollins Student Newspapers

Table of Contents:

• Women Unite and Take Back the Night
• Matthew Shephard's death brings new urgency for hate crimes legislation
• Now what have we learned from this?
• Senior urges others to set example
• Nikki Giovanni comes to Hollins
• Multicultural Fest '98 attracts local community
• Writers Harvest helps feed hungry mouths
• 'Mother Horizon' graduates in 1999
• Admissions needs you
• Hollins hosts the German Film Festival
• John Waters' 'Pecker' is more than just a clever name
• Eight is enough to grow stronger as a team
• Fencing geared up for opening tournament
• What are you drinking?

Ua12/2/1 Coming Out Of The Shadows, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

Special women's basketball issue of the College Heights Herald.

• Lady Toppers 1996-97 Schedule
• Moore, Leigh. With Two Stars Gone, Whole Team Ready to Shine
• Brewer, Jerry. Smaller Lineup Will Rely on Quickness, Athleticism
• Brewer, Jerry. Sun Belt Gains Power
• Mayo, Travis. More to Lady Tops Than Basketball
• Sisco, Scott. Wendi Kitsteiner Relishes Family, Mothering Role
• Moore, Leigh. Katashia Witcher’s Goal This Year: To Be Family’s First Graduate
• Moore, Leigh. Low-key Shea Lunsford Could Be Dominant for Lady Toppers
• Mayo, Travis. Kristi Hartley Fighting Injuries
• Brewer, Jerry. Jaime Walz Looking to Cut Loose
• Mayo, Travis. Jamie Britt Scraps for Success
• Brewer, …

Terry Bowden Gone: Coaches, Boosters And Trustees A Dealy Mix, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

The intercollegiate athletic forces are at it again and as usual the action comes from the king of college sport, football. At Auburn, one of the NCAA's more problematic programs, Terry Bowden is gone as the head football coach of Auburn's beloved Tigers. As we have come to expect there is nothing simple about the disappearance of a head coach in the heartland of college football.

Hollins Columns (1998 Oct 26), Hollins College

Hollins Student Newspapers

Table of Contents:

• Students angered by illegal parkers
• Native American Pow-Wow provides culture lesson
• 'Tis the season to be haunting
• Conference for college and university women
• Sybill Barratt brings new changes to the Rat
• Rock painting upsets senior class
• Family Weekend gives parents a glimpse of life at Hollins
• Campus car accidents up
• Vadim Polyakov named Hollins fencing coach
• Upcoming events spark need for responsible drinking tips
• Menaechmi is a wild, humorous farce
• Michael F. Ananian exhibit now on display
• Tori Amos' new Plugged tour shakes up Tech
• Tinker Day: A Day of Bonding and a Rush of School Spirit …

The Nba Lockout And The Players, Richard C. Crepeau

On Sport and Society

It has been a difficult week as I try to cope with the realization that the Atlanta Braves are in the tank, the Yankees are about to finish the job of obliterating the field, and a group of psychiatrists has determined that Mike Tyson is not the boy next door. These matters have weighed heavily on my soul while I watch the NBA sliding into suicidal mode.

Hollins Columns (1998 Oct 12), Hollins College

Hollins Student Newspapers

Table of Contents:

• Main vandalism still under investigation
• Breast Cancer Awareness Month affects millions
• R-E-S-P-E-C-T, find out what i means to me
• RLA seeks suggestions for charity offerings
• Senior outraged by the repainting of the rock
• New policy raises questions at Senate
• Women's Studies department brings fire fighter to speak at Hollins
• Ulf Rasmussen named Special Assistant to the University
• Kimberly Rhodes joins Hollins art faculty
• Linguist, Karin Koschuh comes to teach
• Two new clubs premiere at Hollins
• New Big Brothers/Big Sisters program introduced
• Romeo and Juliet received standing ovation
• Hollins Repertory Dance Ensemble rocked NY
• Four-year roommates give new …