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Team aims for sweep of MSU

By Sarah Trotto · Friday, Feb. 1,2002 12:55 a.m.

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Happy birthday, Kathi Bennett. And let Tara Jones blow out the candles. Not since Nov. 9 against the Premier All-Stars has Jones appeared such an offensive weapon. The guard unleashed 27 points against that traveling, exhibition team. But last night, she provided sizzling shooting when it truly mattered -- against a Big Ten foe on the road the night of her coach's 39th birthday. The 5-foot-11 senior led IU with a season-high 21 points with blazing three-pointers and swift bursts to the basket, even while enduring some foul trouble in the Hoosiers' 85-72 triumph against Ohio State. Unlike past performances, Jones didn't allow hot offensive efforts to survive only as short-lived bursts.

Strong offense nets huge win

By Sara Meinecke and Sarah Meinecke · Friday, Feb. 1,2002 12:54 a.m.

COLUMBUS, Ohio. -- A week ago Thursday, the IU women's team was forcing turnovers in their 70-63 upset of No. 15 Wisconsin. Last night, the Hoosiers were supplying them. Good thing for IU, Ohio State was too. While both sides were battling over who could turn the ball over the most, IU (10-11, 4-6 Big Ten) solidified its unsteady offense and was relentless in its unpenetrable defense to get the win over the Buckeyes, 85-72. The 85 points was the most in a Big Ten women's game this season.

Grapplers face tough opponents

By Tyler Hoeppner · Friday, Feb. 1,2002 12:53 a.m.

IU head coach Duane Goldman knows that his team needs to turn things around after starting the Big Ten season 0-2. He has two chances at home this weekend but knows that they will be tough battles. "The team we wanted to put on the mat at the beginning of the season has not been able to come to pass," Goldman said. "I'd like to say that we are at our best, but the circumstances won't allow me to do that. Dual meet wise we can't do that."

Hoosiers eye Gophers

By Jason Recker · Friday, Feb. 1,2002 12:51 a.m.

Four consecutive losses at Williams Arena won't go away. IU gets a chance to exorcise the Minnesota demons at 4:30 p.m. Saturday when it invades Minneapolis for the only meeting of the season between the Hoosiers and Golden Gophers. Last season, IU maintained a nine-point lead for much of the second half, then blew a double-digit advantage in the final three minutes.

IU goes inside for win over Purdue

By Jason Recker · Friday, Feb. 1,2002 12:46 a.m.

All Mike Davis heard all week was three-point this and three-point that. IU's 17 three-pointers Saturday against Illinois justified the chatter. Thursday, IU provided zero evidence it could hit anywhere close to 17 three-point buckets.

IN-state clash has different feel

By Jason Recker · Thursday, Jan. 31,2002 1:11 a.m.

When Bob Knight was fired in September 2000, Purdue coach Gene Keady feared he would have a difficult time getting his players fired up for IU. He figured IU-Purdue just wouldn't be the same, at least from the Purdue perspective. Last year, he appeared to be right on, as IU grabbed both games. But things are different this season. For the first time since the 1973-1974 season, IU and Purdue meet only once, at 7 p.m. tonight at Assembly Hall.

Czech tennis player excels in all facets

By Zach Eldridge · Thursday, Jan. 31,2002 12:34 a.m.

Milan Rakvica came to the U.S. from the Czech Republic to have a better opportunity. The senior found opportunity and flourished as a member of the IU men's tennis team. Rakvica was born and raised in Zlin, Czech Republic. He played prep tennis for Gymansium Zlin.

Recovering health is family affair for Hoosier wrestler

By Tyler Hoeppner · Thursday, Jan. 31,2002 12:33 a.m.

At this time last year, freshman Pat DeGain sat on the sidelines, unable to wrestle. Shoulder surgery ended his season prematurely. He knew it would take plenty of hard work to come back. His brother, Joe DeGain, helped the recovery process.

Competing coaches wonder, 'how do you stop' Chapman?

By Sarah Trotto · Thursday, Jan. 31,2002 12:28 a.m.

Minnesota women's basketball coach Brenda Oldfield pondered the same thing other Big Ten coaches have been wondering about IU center Jill Chapman. "How do you stop her?" Oldfield asked with a chuckle. Chapman, a senior, proved unstoppable against the Gophers Sunday, when she exploded for 26 points, eight rebounds and two blocks in the 75-60 IU loss. Taking into account Chapman played with an injured back and battled against triple teams in Minneapolis, Chapman's performances last week were even more impressive, IU coach Kathi Bennett said.

Hoosiers try to round out recruiting class

By Jason Recker · Thursday, Jan. 31,2002 12:27 a.m.

There's a chance Jared Jeffries won't be in Bloomington next winter. It's certain two of the nation's premier prospects will. IU is trying to add another to that list, and Coach Mike Davis is trying to fill his first recruiting class since taking over the program last season.

Licence to fight a no go

By Alyson Brodsy and Tim Dahlberg · Wednesday, Jan. 30,2002 12:52 a.m.

LAS VEGAS -- Mike Tyson was trying his heavyweight best to be contrite and humble. He said he was sorry, and that next time he would learn to control his anger.

Senior wrestler falls in classic

Wednesday, Jan. 30,2002 12:10 a.m.

Senior wrestler Viktor Sveda participated in the NWCA All-Star Classic Monday. He faced No. 2 Andy Hrovat of Michigan.

Hoosiers beat Ball State despite splitting singles

By Zack Eldridge · Wednesday, Jan. 30,2002 12:10 a.m.

On a rainy, but warm, day what a good idea it would be to play tennis indoors at the Indiana Tennis Center. IU men's tennis (3-1) beat Ball State (2-2) 4-3 Tuesday.

Halfway through the season, Jeffries is better than expected

By Dan Cortez · Wednesday, Jan. 30,2002 12:02 a.m.

The Big Ten Freshman of the Year is supposed to play this good. But sometimes people don't expect Jared Jeffries to be good at so many different things.

Three-guard system ignites high-scoring Hoosier offense

By Jason Recker · Tuesday, Jan. 29,2002 11:57 p.m.

Mike Davis' three-point philosophy has one point: If you're open, shoot it. Left corner, right wing, top of the key. Wherever. Heck, the second-year coach whose signature is sticky defense said he doesn't even mind when junior guard Tom Coverdale fires a three-pointer from 24 feet.

Red Storm romp opponents

By Dan Patrick · Tuesday, Jan. 29,2002 1:34 a.m.

There is a legend involving a young boy within a small school in Rugby, England playing a game of soccer in 1823. Instead of kicking the ball towards the goal, he simply picked it up and carried it, therefor creating a wildly popular sport with the same name as its place of origin.

Ultimate frisbee requires strenuous preparation

By Aaron Hunckler · Tuesday, Jan. 29,2002 1:33 a.m.

The IU men's Ultimate Frisbee team, the Hoosiermamas, is going to be a solid contender this spring for a shot at nationals. Virtually the entire roster is returning from last year in which the Hoosiermamas won two tournaments, finished second in sectionals, third in regionals and made it to the semifinals. They were just two points shy of making nationals -- where the top two teams from each region receives a bid -- suffering a defeat from Ohio State 15-13.

Lacrosse team earns recognition

By Aaron Hunckler · Tuesday, Jan. 29,2002 1:31 a.m.

Unfamiliarity with the game of lacrosse would most likely stem from the lack of varsity teams in high schools and colleges in the state. Lacrosse is known as a game of speed and agility rather than size. The fast- paced game relies primarily on quickness, speed and teamwork.

Little 500

By Katie Schoenbaechler and Katie Shoenbaechler · Tuesday, Jan. 29,2002 1:30 a.m.

The Little 500 spring season began Wednesday, as the IU Student Foundation held the first riders meeting of the season. The meeting prepped riders on what to expect this year, introduced rookie riders to the traditions of the race and discussed rules and regulations every rider must understand.

Jeffries shares honor of Big Ten Player of the Week

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Jan. 29,2002 1:08 a.m.

For the third time this season, Jared Jeffries has been named Big Ten Player of the Week. Jeffries split the award with senior Travarus Bennett of Minnesota. In leading the Hoosiers to blowout wins against Penn State and No. 9 Illinois, Jeffries averaged 16.5 points and 12 rebounds. Against the Nittany Lions last Wednesday, Jeffries scored 15 first half points as the Hoosiers coasted to an 85-51 win. Against the Illini, Jeffries did more than score 13 points. He also had 11 rebounds, five assists, three steals and two dunks in the second half that helped put Illinois away early in the second half.

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