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TCU Newswhat's REALLY happening on campus Hatter's New Job! DATE: Tuesday, March 24 Scott has a summer job with the Frisco Rough Riders, a AA minor league baseball team. His job is a cameraman with the club, and as he puts it, "exactly what I want to do [as a career]". Well, Scott, start with double A baseball and you'll be in the bigs before you know it. Congrats to Mr. Hatter. VIEWS: on an unrelated note, he broke his foot tonight playing basketball. Basketball!! It's baseball season, and you're on the DL with dribbling injuries?!?! The coach is going to hear about this one. Oh wait, you are the coach.
Date Dash version 2.0! DATE: Thursday, March 27 LOCATION: Rollerland West...right down the street from Rollerland East Give it up for the 2003 officer corps in following up and refining ideas that we came up with last year. Date Dash was loads of fun, and I think Anton is vengeful because he had pink eye during last year's Dash. Well, it's early Wednesday morning, and I guess it's time to start searching for a date. VIEWS: Roller skating again. This was genius! I am the world's worst roller skater, so I got to hold my date's hand the whole night last year. I had a BLAST!
Frats at Bat DATE: Saturday, March 22 For a week up to the Chi Omega Frats at Bat tournament, the Sons of Thunder (BYX team) practiced. We were a solid team, handpicked by coaches Jose Marroquin and Scott Hatter. Here's the starting lineup:
Matt
Looloian CF Scott Hatter 2B Paul Hendrix R Mike Moore 3B Brandon Wood LF Monty Kness SS Jose Marroquin 1B Mike Dietz P Ian Voorn C Adam Bartel RF
GAME 1 We arrived for our 10am game to find the other team (Sig Ep) slightly tired from their formal the night before. We got an early jump on them in the top of the first by scoring 10 runs. Looloian hit 2 inside-the-park home runs in that half-inning. The game was a lot of the same, and we won after 3 innings 26-3.
GAME 2 In the hour downtime until our next game we find that we drew the hardest bracket. Our second game is against Pi Kap, a much more difficult opponent. A light rain began to fall just before the first pitch. Each team went 1-2-3 in the first, and in the next two innings, Pi Kap scored 8 runs to our no runs. In the bottom of the third, we found our spot and scored 7. Mike Moore hit his first over-the-fence home run, and I, tired of 2 walks up to this point, take a swing at an outside pitch for a bloop single. The next couple innings, the lead flip-flops. The tying run scored with me at the plate. I am not known for power at all, so with 2 outs and the bases loaded, I hit a comebacker to the pitcher. The pitcher looks third, then throws to first. I sprint down the line and beat the throw, scoring Monty from third. Ian: 2-2, 2 RBI. In the bottom of the sixth, the last inning, Mike Moore takes the pitcher deep for his third over-the-fence home run of the game to win the game. BYX advances to next round.
GAME 4 Next game is against Sigma Chi. They're not really in the best condition to play, and by this time, the field is pretty much all mud. After a rough first inning, we headed toward a 17-0 lead. Also, a large number of fans came out to see us play, including Geoff, Allisa, Boggey, Meredith, Cici, and Bria. I've always said sports brings out the worst in guys, and I can say it did for me in this game. Even though we're up by a bunch, I lost my cool. Scott (1st base coach) sends me to second on a throw home. I wade through the mud and realize the catcher I thought was inebriated actually made a good throw. I lay out to slide. The throw beats me there, but I beat the tag. The umpire calls me out anyway, and I start yelling. I throw my hat across the field in what I now see as a very immature thing to do, in front of our fan base too. Sorry guys... Anyway, we won 17-0.
The Chi-O girls call the tournament due to field conditions. It was getting pretty miserable anyway. We left 3-1, with the possibility of coming back to win. Lambda Chi wouldn't have stood a chance a second time around...
Spring Break Trips DATE: March 7 through March 16 LOCATIONS: Miami, Orlando, Big Bend National Park, Belize, Houston, London I've heard plenty about others' spring break trips in the past couple days. The other excursion to Florida was to Orlando. Happy Matt Turner, Greg Banwart, Robert Abdallah, Billy Coffin, and Matt Looloian all spent a few days going to Disney World, Universal Studios, a Magic game, and spring training (Braves/Dodgers). Early reports give the trip thumbs up. NEXT...Big Bend: John Anderson, Tim Savage, Ashley Menzies, Nathan Sharp, Case Martinec, and Brian Wooddell. I would never imagine that John could go camping for a week, but he did it. This crew packed everything in, slept in tents, and cooked their food over a fire. I was very impressed. There's a lot of photos at Woody's site, check them out. NEXT...Belize. Christ Chapel Bible Church took a group of about 40 college students to Central America for a mission trip. Attendees included Scott Hatter, Allisa Brill, Blake McNay, and Boggy. They all returned, red from the sun and making bad Belize jokes. HOUSTON...Geoff went home for several days. He said it was fun, and the best part about being home is he didn't spend much money. LONDON...Nick Breaux went to London. I haven't talked to him about it yet.
Anton's New Digs DATE: February 22 - current LOCATION: backyard of Odessa HOW MUCH LONGER? I estimate at least through spring break. Ever since the fire last Saturday, Eric has been sleeping in a tent in the backyard of his house. At first it was just for fun, but after his roommate Andrew Haverly mocked him, he has made it a regular event, even on Monday and Tuesday when it was below freezing and the ground was covered in ice. The tent is nice, it holds 2-3 people. He ran an extension cord from the house so he has light. His sleeping bag is lined with an extra blanket and a comforter for added warmth, and he has books and a harmonica for the true camping experience. Eric usually camps alone, but Jose and Andrew Santi have been tentmates on various evenings. VIEWS: This may seem odd, but Eric is enjoying it, and he's getting along better with Haverly, who keeps odd sleeping hours in the room they share.
Romance Update! DATE: February 25, March 1 SOURCES: Anton, John Anderson The next budding romance...John Anderson (go figure) and Cici. A game of "Lick It Stick It" was extra-uncomfortable playing with two people who had a date the next night. So who do you have a crush on, Cici? She chose not to answer. Tonight, as Tim and Ashley were scaring John with a bipolar bear, Cici sure enough was hanging out. THE VOORN PROJECT will keep its readers posted on the situations here. "Just Date Already!" Geoff and Meredith Baker. Come on, you're not fooling anybody. Nobody can make Geoff watch a sappy, romantic comedy, and if you can Meredith, well, you're doing pretty good thus far.
BYX Party DATE: February 28 LOCATION: Will Rogers center The first BYX party of 2003 was a "Superhero Convention." There were plenty of Superman t-shirts, two Spidermen (Blake and Geoff), a Wolverine, Captain Planet (Cici), Ghostbusters (Wayside girls), and Quailman (Beau). David and I thought long and hard for our costume and came up with Super Target and Super Wal-Mart, superheroes with a heightened sense of savings. Hatter also did a good job with his outfit - he was Flash, complete with red spandex, a red skullcap, and red makeup. Kelly made his entire costume out of duct tape. Wow.
The
Snow Week DATE: Monday night February 24 through February 26 CLASSES MISSED: 7 The greatest week ever! I missed so much class, it was great. That 7 includes a midterm too. The ice started to fall late Monday afternoon, and university officials cancelled Monday evening classes. Everything iced over and Tuesday I awoke to the best email ever - letting me know that classes were once again cancelled. I slept until 12, went sledding over by the football stadium, watched a movie with Camille and Jen, and didn't study at all for my midterm the following day. Luckily, once again, no class! Tara and Camille came over to make breakfast. Here was how I convinced them, sly as I am: TARA: Ian, Camille and I would like to come borrow a movie. IAN: You could just watch it over here. TARA: But then we can't make pancakes. IAN: You can make pancakes here. TARA: Okay. Yes!!! The first ever dinner party at Cockrell, except it was a brunch party. We had to put the leaf in the table to accommodate 6 guests: myself, Geoff, Dustin, Tara, Camille, and a late show, Hatter. I fried sausage and Geoff added M&M's to his pancake. It was a great morning. Then we watched a movie. About this time, the ice was melting into slush outside. I bravely volunteered to accompany Boggie on an errand trip to Hobby Lobby and Super Target, followed by some eats. She's pretty serious about arts & crafts, let me tell ya. AFTERMATH: Went back to class Thursday. Geoff chose to take another snow day and didn't attend his classes.
Spring BreakDATES: March 9 - March 13 LOCATION: Miami Well, it's only a week away. Sarah Cody's family has a condo in Miami, and she was kind enough to invite me for a week of fun in the sun. I had to accept: a.) free lodging, b.) good friends, c.) sunny, warm weather, and most importantly, d.) proximity to Grapefruit League spring training. Jose and I at least will be attending a Tuesday afternoon game in Fort Lauderdale, Baltimore vs. St. Louis. I decided to start planning a week before, so I bought new sunglasses and sandals this weekend. The plan is to drive down either Friday night or Saturday. I'm really not sure because I'm not driving with them. I am using Hans and his flight discount to fly American Airlines to MIA for absolutely nothing. I know I'm a cop-out, but Sarah said someone could come get me. Plus, I'll save money, and I don't function well on road trips. Remember last spring break? First time I'd vomited in 6 years. VIEWS: I've done my time doing two spring break trips in the snow. Cold weather is not my thing. I deserve a trip to the tropical breezes of Florida. You can be sure there will be a complete write-up about Ian's trip upon my return. Life & Times of Ianand what a life it is. Lost Wallet No Longer Lost DATES MISSING: Saturday, March 22 - Tuesday, March 25 CONTAINS: driver's license, TCU ID, credit card, ATM card, 11 dollars I didn't carry my wallet in my pants during Frats-at-Bat, and somehow I misplaced it. After a cursory search of Scott's car, I didn't find it. John paid for our date that night, what a swell guy. Time was ticking; I had bills I needed to pay and I can't fly without my license. Plus, I had been bumming meals and library entry off others' IDs, but now all is well! The wallet was found in Scott's car, in the back, underneath his golf clubs.
Read the Miami Report...that was my life for the past week.
Managerial Accounting DATE: February 28 Remember the miracle 108? Well, I took my second accounting exam Friday, and I don't want to jinx myself, but I know I didn't fail it. Who knew Managerial Accounting would be so easy, especially since Financial Accounting was a beating? Not me, that's for sure. Stay posted...I'll tell you the official grade when it comes in.
FM Connection
if you went to Marcus High School, this section's for you. Going to Austin DATE: March 28-March 30 Saturday is the "Statesman's Series", a MLB exhibition game at the Dell Diamond, home of the single A Round Rock Express. The game is between the Colorado Rockies and the Kansas City Royals. Thanks to Matt Loo, I'll be decked out in Royals gear. VIEWS: I guess it was about time for another Austin trip; I haven't been since January. Lauren mused a week ago, "I haven't seen Ian in awhile, he needs to visit." Little did she know I was already planning a trip! And a good trip it shall be. ALSO...Bill Godley will be in town, and apparently he's crashing in my bed.
Lobsterbush - Chapter 7 Reorganization DATE: March 23 Lobsterbush, website of baseball, wrestling, book reviews, and Nintendo, is going through Chapter 7 bankruptcy reorganization. After an existence of nearly 4 years, Lobsterbush is losing market share and losing focus on what their company's goals are. Currently, Rob, the founder, is looking to sell the rights to his site or employ a new writing team to come up with a new look to the site.
Pauly Shore DATE: March 10 LOCATION: Ivory Cats Tavern Andrew works at Ivory Cats, a piano bar on Sixth Street. Monday night, he was working the door when a notably soused girl comes up with a short man. Andrew checks the girl's ID, and asks for the man's ID. The girl says, "You want to check his ID?" He insists, the man obliges, and Andrew proceeds to card none other than Pauly Shore. Pretty cool for Andrew, not cool for Pauly, if his career is so washed up that Andrew doesn't recognize him.
Rob & Andrew's Trek Through Flower Mound DATE: March 12 LOCATION: southern Lewisville & Flower Mound DISTANCE TRAVELED: 4.8 miles Andrew experienced some car problems driving to FM Wednesday, so they take his car to the Goodyear at Highway 121 and Farm Road 3040 in Lewisville. No one was available to pick them up, so they walked back to Rob's house in Flower Mound along 3040, which is a 2-lane, 55-MPH road with no sidewalks. To entertain themselves, they called my cell phone 6 times. I chose not to bring it to South Beach that day because I didn't want to be bothered with business calls. Rob and/or Andrew called from notable landmarks like the driving range, intersection at Morriss Road, and from atop THE Flower Mound. The big question that they needed answering was: "Ian, Big Red. Do you like it? The soda, not the gum." I of course answered that it's the worst soda ever conceived. Here is their route:
Spring Break DATES: March 7 - March 15 For the first time since coming to college, TCU's spring break dates coincide with those of UT. They still don't coincide with the dates of the Lewisville Independent School District's spring break. The rest of the Voorns are going to San Francisco and Reno (where my aunt & uncle live).
Surprise Visit from Rob DATE: March 2, at 7:10 PM LOCATION: my bedroom SOURCE: yellow notepad Rob was in Flower Mound this weekend, and I couldn't convince him to visit me in Fort Worth. Instead, he and Joe stopped by as they passed through on their way back to Austin. I, unfortunately, wasn't here. They proceeded to harass Dustin and leave a note by my computer. The Homefrontnews about Hans, Pam, Adrienne, or Evan Voorn Family's Spring Break DATES: March 17 - March 21 LOCATIONS: San Francisco and Reno I think Hans has finally run out of vacation destinations. Eh, not really, but this is a clone of a trip we took over spring break 1995. Pam's sister lives in Reno, and now my grandmother does too. Mark, my oldest cousin, lives in San Jose, so I'm sure they'll stop in there too. And it wouldn't be Hans if they didn't walk around San Francisco so he can buy his crazy Rick Griffin/Fillmore Auditorium rock art from the 60s.
Hans - Bearded DATE: March 14 I went home before my flight to Miami (since no one was going to take me to the airport at 4:30) to find Hans with a beard. My assumption is that for the week at Camp Classen he didn't shave, and just figured he'd leave it. I would wager that Hans was bearded for at least the entire 70s decade, if not a little before and after. That was in his "rock and roll days." Of course now, it's mostly white. When I returned from Miami, he had gone to simply the goatee/mustache combo. Still white, though.
Camping Week DATES: February 24 - February 28 LOCATION: Camp Classen, in Oklahoma All the fifth-graders in LISD go to a YMCA camp for a week in February/March. This past week, Evan and 140 5th graders from Old Settlers Elementary braved the cold of Oklahoma for the good of outdoor education. Hans needed to burn some vacation time, so he went along as a chaperone. He took my 0-degree rated sleeping bag for the trip, and it was well needed, he said.
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GAME
3 Our
opponents in game three we knew would bring their A game. We played
Lambda Chi 1, a fraternity based around the concept of sports. Not
really, but they've won the intramural cup 17 of the past 20 years.
Every player is at least 6-3, 200, while we're a bunch of 5-10 scrubs.
Not to worry...we got a lead early while they pretty much relied on home
runs. In the end, we lost 14-11, but since it's double elimination,
we aren't out yet.
