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Friday, November 9, 2001 Volume 66, Number 8 |
Pioneers lose the wagon wheelby John Koehn
The Lewis & Clark College football team suffered a tough home loss last Saturday at the hands of Willamette University. The Pioneer defense was reminiscent of a sieve, as Willamette broke open many big plays, defeating LC 42-20. In addition to losing the game, the Pios lost the infamous "Wagon Wheel" until at least next year. The Wagon Wheel is a trophy of sorts between Lewis & Clark and Willamette University to be possessed by the victor of the yearly football game. LC stole the wheel last season from Willamette in Salem, and it seems this year the Bearcats returned the favor. LC struck first in a game that until the fourth quarter was a tight and exciting game. Senior quarterback Trent Thompson led the Pios' initial drive 97 yards for the score. The touchdown came off a 41 yard reception by Jason Hill. Thompson and Hill connected again in the third quarter, when the Pioneers found themselves trying to catch up, to bring the score to 28-14. The two problems that hindered LC the entire game were turnovers and a Willamette running back by the name of Greg Reed. Reed rushed for a total of four touchdowns and 194 yards, surgically slicing through the Pioneer defense. Willamette had 527 total yards on the day, including 441 coming on the ground. Six sacks and five turnovers didn't help the Pios, however. Thompson threw four interceptions in a game where he was constantly under pressure from the intense Bearcat defense. The LC offense had 403 total yards, including 365 passing yards. The real bright spot of the game came from the outstanding play of junior tight end Matt Jackson. Jackson caught six passes for 122 yards and one touchdown. His impressive and enthusiastic play was present until the end. With the score 35-20 in the fourth quarter, the Pioneers tried an on-side kick, which was recovered by Jackson. However, Thompson was sacked on fourth down to end the Pios' hopes of a miracle victory. So, for now, the Wagon Wheel has been usurped by Willamette, pried from the dissapointed grasp of a injury-ridden LC team. There is always next year to seek revenge. Next week the team is away in Spokane, Washington, playing against the Whitworth University Pirates. The Pioneers finish the season at home on November 17 against Occidental College in a game that was rescheduled from earlier in the season. So brave the chilling wind to catch the team out on the turf for the last time of the year and cheer along. After all, a victory would help to end the season on and up note. Goodbye autumn, hello winterby Zach Mann
The leaves are turning a golden hue before falling and forming scenic pathways all around campus. Cold temperatures are challenging the boiler rooms in the dorms and coffee flow is reaching midterm like levels. Out of state students are finally realizing why they had second thoughts about this college and why they didn't remain in or attend school in the sunny confines of California. Even the sports teams cannot fight the change of season. Football has two remaining games, one in the flat and frozen terrain that makes up Spokane, Washington, and the other, a final home date against Occidental on November 17. Girls and boys soccer are also winding down with only a few games left on their schedule. Cross-country is once again, still running. They are eager to earn spots at the national tournament in Rock Island, Illinois after competing in Salem at Regionals. The volleyball team is out of a job for the year. Their season ended with a loss to George Fox on November 3. The fairways are now clear. Bagging up their irons for the rains, the golf team ended on a good note with individual honors going to the girls. With all these teams ending their seasons, what is left for the avid LC sports fan that needs a fix of Pio athletics? The days of watching sports outside have ended. Basketball, swimming, and tennis will only add to the already pale complexion of the average northwest college student. There is a remedy for this lack of sun and depression that is often accompanied with light deprivation. It is called Pamplin Sports Center. Although the walk may cause frost formation on your bare feet or dread-locks, it is well worth the adventure in the cold. The talented and highly acclaimed men's basketball team will raise body temperatures as well as the roof as they begin their assault on their opponents from around the country. Senior Scott Davis will lead the team in what is sure to be an exciting season. Every school will be after them and their number three preseason ranking so wear your orange and black, and don't be afraid to come a little belligerent. Girl's basketball will also get the blood flowing after the walk from your dorm. With a slew of young and gritty talent, the girls will have nothing but experience to gain while they show the conference what they are made of. If basketball is not your sport, do not panic. If Speedos, shaved legs, and the Zehnthbauer Swim Pavilion get you excited, then I know the sport for you. Swimming! The girls and guys have been training twice a day during the wee hours of the morning to be prepared for the start of their season. All their hard work will commence with their first meet of the year against Whitman College today, Friday, November 9 at 6:00pm inside "Z-Pivvy". Without flash or prestige, the Pio tennis team will embark on their best season in recent memory. Balls will be hit, and rackets will be broken as LC unleashes vicious strokes upon its enemies from the air-locked confines of the tennis dome. Stop by and see a match. With an Aussie at the helm in the form of new head coach Gundars Tilmanis, both teams look to capitalize on recent recruitment investments and bring prominence to both tennis programs. A young team, LC tennis is looking to prove that it can be a dominant force. The team is led by senior Chris Upjohn. There will always something to counter the dreaded rain and cold that is making its ominous return to the Northwest. Take the time to check out a game or two. The walk down might be cold but the excitement is well worth the frostbite. So bundle up and get ready to cheer.
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Upcoming Pioneer SportsFriday, November 9, 2001 Swimming vs. Whitman Zehntbauer Swimming Pavilion - 6:00pm
Saturday, November 10, 2001 Swimming vs. Whitworth Zehntbauer Swimming Pavilion - 1:00pm
Friday, November 16, 2001 Men's Basketball vs. Cascade Pamplin Sports Center - 7:30pm
Saturday, November 17, 2001 Football vs. Occidental Griswold Stadium - 1:30pm Soccer team winsby John Koehn
The Lewis & Clark College Men's club soccer team had the first victory of its maiden season this past weekend against Portland State University, defeating PSU 2-1. The LC club team has played tough all season long, yet has not quite been able to pull off a victory until this weeked. Playing at PSU, the team was magnificent as they handily defeated the more experienced PSU team. Will Vanausdel scored the first goal for LC, and Morgan Kellar helped to seal the victory with a second. The team plays away this weekend and possibly at home again against PSU on November 18, followed by a tournament after Thanksgiving. |
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