As the recession hits families around the nation, many younger generations have hit the wall of terror as well.
University of Tampa sophomore and Advertising and Public Relations major, Allison Slattery said, “I have cut down my spending money at school. I’m not going out as much as I used to and I have started to fill my gas up less frequently.”
As the life of a college student usually consists of class during the week and going out on the weekends with friends Allison feels sad sometimes because she doesn’t get to experience everything her friends are.
“I’ve noticed that my balance has been staying the same now though. It’s not just going down any more.”
For her parents, however, they have seen a growth in Allison. “I’ve learned how to use my money more wisely and not spend it on stuff that I really don’t need.”
Since college is the first step into adulthood, learning to value one’s money is a big part of adjusting to life in the real world. The recession is not a happy topic for any one but it could be a way for today’s Me Generation to discover that money really doesn’t grow on trees and your parents won’t always be there to pay for whatever you can’t afford.
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Claire Darling- Tommy Cassell
The American economy can have a strange affect on people, just ask Claire Darling, a University Tampa senior, who is set to graduate later this week.
"I know a lot of people are worrying about (the economy) but for me, right now, I don't plan on paying back my student loans anytime soon so I'm just enjoying my final weeks here at the University of Tampa," Darling said.
Claire is in a lot of debt but defers her bad credit as being similar to everyone else in the world.
"Who isn't in debt?"
Her lack of concern with the economy is somewhat baffling but on the other hand somewhat true. It seems to make sense when listening to Claire's goals in which she has set forth for herself in the upcoming years. They include: AmeriCorps, graduate school, and then possibly the Peace Corps. Quite hefty ambitions for a 21-year-old, in debt, but she says she has it all figured out.
"AmeriCorps offers to pay for my tuition and hopefully I can make some money back in that time period," added Darling.
Many Americans may be struggling to cope with these tough times but Claire Darling thinks that everything will work itself out. She will be patient and ride out these tough economic times by keeping herself busy and keeping herself in debt. Besides, there's more to life than worrying about debt. Just ask Claire Darling.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
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“I Steal Toilette Paper”: Tip of the Ice burg For Students Suffering from Economic Crisis
As of late the economic dilemma that the United States has faced which has caused the loss of thousands of jobs, housing just to start is the point of much anxiety. Many American’s lives have been touched by the economic phenomenon.
From Wall Street all the way to the small-owned business, many have felt the heat that the crisis has to offer. As of late many University students have experienced economic changes for the worst that have caused them to alter aspects of their lives to balance out their lives. But is it too much?
University of Tampa accounting major Alan Bashein opened up about some of the adjustments that he has had to make as a result of the economic crisis. “I’m cutting back on every aspect”, he revealed, “cutting down on stuff like food”.
Many have experienced the same. Adjustments such as cutbacks on how many times a week students eat out as well as limiting shopping excursions seem to be at the tip of the ice burg in terms of cutting back. But under the surface students are starting to have to make tougher decisions like whether or not to buy books. And fir some even whether or not they will be able to return or even attend certain Universities,
Newspaper USA Today reported, “Nearly seven in 10 high school students say the struggling economy has affected where they applied to college this year”. With the prospects of an improving economy looking slimmer every day, prospective students and current students alike are still worrying about how to go about getting a college degree in the most frugal way.
But at what cost do students pay education-wise because of their economic setbacks? As mentioned before, students are becoming increasingly willing to not pay for books in order to spend less. “I mainly try to not pay for non-core class books. Bashein went on, “It depends on the importance of the book. I might even consider not buying a core class if the book is too expensive”.
It seems that Universities around the country will have to step in to do more if education is going to take such a hit. Without books, students are sure to have significant trouble in doing course readings and meeting grade requirements. Solutions to help students will have to be fast in order to help those who are quickly falling victim to the economic monster that the United States faces.
For now some stay lucky and only are forced to do small things like Bashein. A couple less shopping sprees here and there never hurt anyone. Also a little mischief never hurt to help solve ones problems. Bashein also saves by being a part time “Toilette Paper Bandit”, “I even take toilette paper because the university has so much and I’m sure it helps my pocket somewhere. You’ve got to do anything you can.”
Monday, May 4, 2009
Alan Bashein- Nicole Robinson
“I Steal Toilette Paper”: Tip of the Ice burg For Students Suffering from Economic Crisis
As of late the economic dilemma that the United States has faced which has caused the loss of thousands of jobs, housing just to start is the point of much anxiety. Many American’s lives have been touched by the economic phenomenon.
From Wall Street all the way to the small-owned business, many have felt the heat that the crisis has to offer. As of late many University students have experienced economic changes for the worst that have caused them to alter aspects of their lives to balance out their lives. But is it too much?
University of Tampa accounting major Alan Bashein opened up about some of the adjustments that he has had to make as a result of the economic crisis. “I’m cutting back on every aspect”, he revealed, “cutting down on stuff like food”.
Many have experienced the same. Adjustments such as cutbacks on how many times a week students eat out as well as limiting shopping excursions seem to be at the tip of the ice burg in terms of cutting back. But under the surface students are starting to have to make tougher decisions like whether or not to buy books. And fir some even whether or not they will be able to return or even attend certain Universities,
Newspaper USA Today reported, “Nearly seven in 10 high school students say the struggling economy has affected where they applied to college this year”. With the prospects of an improving economy looking slimmer every day, prospective students and current students alike are still worrying about how to go about getting a college degree in the most frugal way.
But at what cost do students pay education-wise because of their economic setbacks? As mentioned before, students are becoming increasingly willing to not pay for books in order to spend less. “I mainly try to not pay for non-core class books. Bashein went on, “It depends on the importance of the book. I might even consider not buying a core class if the book is too expensive”.
It seems that Universities around the country will have to step in to do more if education is going to take such a hit. Without books, students are sure to have significant trouble in doing course readings and meeting grade requirements. Solutions to help students will have to be fast in order to help those who are quickly falling victim to the economic monster that the United States faces.
For now some stay lucky and only are forced to do small things like Bashein. A couple less shopping sprees here and there never hurt anyone. Also a little mischief never hurt to help solve ones problems. Bashein also saves by being a part time “Toilette Paper Bandit”, “I even take toilette paper because the university has so much and I’m sure it helps my pocket somewhere. You’ve got to do anything you can.”
As of late the economic dilemma that the United States has faced which has caused the loss of thousands of jobs, housing just to start is the point of much anxiety. Many American’s lives have been touched by the economic phenomenon.
From Wall Street all the way to the small-owned business, many have felt the heat that the crisis has to offer. As of late many University students have experienced economic changes for the worst that have caused them to alter aspects of their lives to balance out their lives. But is it too much?
University of Tampa accounting major Alan Bashein opened up about some of the adjustments that he has had to make as a result of the economic crisis. “I’m cutting back on every aspect”, he revealed, “cutting down on stuff like food”.
Many have experienced the same. Adjustments such as cutbacks on how many times a week students eat out as well as limiting shopping excursions seem to be at the tip of the ice burg in terms of cutting back. But under the surface students are starting to have to make tougher decisions like whether or not to buy books. And fir some even whether or not they will be able to return or even attend certain Universities,
Newspaper USA Today reported, “Nearly seven in 10 high school students say the struggling economy has affected where they applied to college this year”. With the prospects of an improving economy looking slimmer every day, prospective students and current students alike are still worrying about how to go about getting a college degree in the most frugal way.
But at what cost do students pay education-wise because of their economic setbacks? As mentioned before, students are becoming increasingly willing to not pay for books in order to spend less. “I mainly try to not pay for non-core class books. Bashein went on, “It depends on the importance of the book. I might even consider not buying a core class if the book is too expensive”.
It seems that Universities around the country will have to step in to do more if education is going to take such a hit. Without books, students are sure to have significant trouble in doing course readings and meeting grade requirements. Solutions to help students will have to be fast in order to help those who are quickly falling victim to the economic monster that the United States faces.
For now some stay lucky and only are forced to do small things like Bashein. A couple less shopping sprees here and there never hurt anyone. Also a little mischief never hurt to help solve ones problems. Bashein also saves by being a part time “Toilette Paper Bandit”, “I even take toilette paper because the university has so much and I’m sure it helps my pocket somewhere. You’ve got to do anything you can.”
McHorny is Feeling the Low [eco follow up]
No one is exempt from feeling the effects of this recent economic downfall. Even those more privileged are cutting back on spending and changing their budgets. If those members of upper class society have to adapt to the plummet in the economy, then of course young college students are experiencing hard times in this economic drought. Such is the case with sophomore Kevin McHorny.
McHorny is a sophomore majoring in marketing. His marketing skills came in handy for him because he landed a job working with 717 Parking. Working with 717 Parking was pretty easy for him because his only responsibility was parking cars for people. Not hard at all.
However, the problem for him was the pay. While he was happy when he got hired his smile quickly turned to a frown when he realized that the pay was too low. The job relies greatly on tips and tips just did not cut it with McHorny. “People just aren’t tipping like they use to because most people do not have the money to spare.”
McHorny recently decided that the low pay just was not enough to keep him away from his school work. So he like many others in America is back at square one. Financially challenged and looking for a way out.
Spartan Softball
The University of Tampa women’s softball team picked up a 3-2 victory over Florida Southern College in the first of three series games.
Florida Southern came ready to play starting off Friday’s game with a run in the first inning. But the Spartan ladies came ready to play as well responding in the second inning tying the game at one.
Florida Southern had no comeback but once again the Spartans ready to play, had a run in the fourth putting them up one.
Florida Southern finally responded in the fifth and tied the score 2-2 at the top of the fifth. With the pressure on the tie was finally broken in the seventh. Ashley Arcuri and Michele Horan stood on second and third base with two outs already for the Spartans. The hero of the game Samantha Becker hit the game winner with a single to right field.
The Spartans would go on to win the game 3-2 with the other two scorers being Jessica Keefe and Jessica Tejas.
Susan Jallo’s plays third base for the Spartans. She is a freshman from Dunedin, Florida; I spoke with her after the game. “This was an important game for us because we really needed to come out on top.””With the game being so close you never know what can happen but I’m glad we pulled it off,” Jallo stated with a victory smile on her face.
Florida Southern came ready to play starting off Friday’s game with a run in the first inning. But the Spartan ladies came ready to play as well responding in the second inning tying the game at one.
Florida Southern had no comeback but once again the Spartans ready to play, had a run in the fourth putting them up one.
Florida Southern finally responded in the fifth and tied the score 2-2 at the top of the fifth. With the pressure on the tie was finally broken in the seventh. Ashley Arcuri and Michele Horan stood on second and third base with two outs already for the Spartans. The hero of the game Samantha Becker hit the game winner with a single to right field.
The Spartans would go on to win the game 3-2 with the other two scorers being Jessica Keefe and Jessica Tejas.
Susan Jallo’s plays third base for the Spartans. She is a freshman from Dunedin, Florida; I spoke with her after the game. “This was an important game for us because we really needed to come out on top.””With the game being so close you never know what can happen but I’m glad we pulled it off,” Jallo stated with a victory smile on her face.
Lauren Rossi--economic follow up
As a country we are in an economic crisis that is affecting most people in a negative way, especially college students who no longer live at home and have to juggle school and work. UT Sophomore, Jimmy Westwood has recently been quoted that his money ran out at the beginning of first semester.
Feeling the effects of the declining economy and his own personal decline of money and nearing debt, Westwood endured a rough task in this economic crisis, searching for a job. Westwood applied to four jobs before he found work at 717 Parking, where he valets cars at select venues in the Tampa Bay area. Working for a valet company is a good way to make money because if people have the money to go out to the places that offer valet parking, they are most likely going to take advantage of the offer.
Westwood is doing what it takes to make some money to live away from home and for the lifestyle of a social college student, this means occasionally even missing class. Westwood said, “Some nights I work from four in the afternoon to four in the morning” This means working 12 hour shifts. Occasionally Westwood neglects attending his 8:30 a.m. classes because he is so exhausted from work.
Westwood enjoys working for 717 parking, he said, “I get to drive nice cars and hangout at bars, restaurants all night long.” The money Westwood makes at work helps in the time of economic crisis, yet he feels that if the country weren’t in a recession, “I (he) would make more tips at the end of the night because people would be able to be a little more generous.” Westwood’s income working at 717 parking is based solely on tips; therefore he does not have a set salary so tips are very important and necessary for him to make money.
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Erickson, Alexa: economic follow-up
It goes without saying that Americans nationwide have felt the affects of the economic crisis. Mark Douglas, a hardworking journalist and teacher is among the worried and overwhelmed people struggling to keep their jobs.
Once content with his job as an investigative reporter for News Channel 8, he now watches, friends and acquaintances within the station lose their jobs due to the necessary cutback of employees. "I don't want to be the next to go. I worry constantly about it and feel for the ones who've been the victims of a lay off," says Douglas.
Although he is one of the fortunate ones to still hold onto his great job at the station, he and many of his colleagues have been forced into taking two weeks of work without pay. "It's definitely hurt my bank account," Douglas agrees. "I've worked my entire life to save money in order to settle into a comfortable retirement. The fact is, however, that the recession is and will take many people away from their yearned for retirement, but my worry is less on that fact and more oriented on the hopes of just keeping my jobs in general!"
Does Douglas have faith in continuing to outweigh the chances of a layoff at the station? "I have to have faith in order to sleep a little more and worry a little less." Douglas knows that being on top of his game as a reporter is a necessity. "If I want to outweigh those grim chances of losing my job that I love and enjoy dearly, then I must be willing to put in more hours and more heart than my colleagues, who become a source of competition more so than ever."
Despite the harsh reality Douglas has faced, he realizes that happiness is in the eye of the beholder, and not even the recession can take away the human spirit.
Ps. I tried to get a picture of him but it was hard enough to get in touch with him!
Once content with his job as an investigative reporter for News Channel 8, he now watches, friends and acquaintances within the station lose their jobs due to the necessary cutback of employees. "I don't want to be the next to go. I worry constantly about it and feel for the ones who've been the victims of a lay off," says Douglas.
Although he is one of the fortunate ones to still hold onto his great job at the station, he and many of his colleagues have been forced into taking two weeks of work without pay. "It's definitely hurt my bank account," Douglas agrees. "I've worked my entire life to save money in order to settle into a comfortable retirement. The fact is, however, that the recession is and will take many people away from their yearned for retirement, but my worry is less on that fact and more oriented on the hopes of just keeping my jobs in general!"
Does Douglas have faith in continuing to outweigh the chances of a layoff at the station? "I have to have faith in order to sleep a little more and worry a little less." Douglas knows that being on top of his game as a reporter is a necessity. "If I want to outweigh those grim chances of losing my job that I love and enjoy dearly, then I must be willing to put in more hours and more heart than my colleagues, who become a source of competition more so than ever."
Despite the harsh reality Douglas has faced, he realizes that happiness is in the eye of the beholder, and not even the recession can take away the human spirit.
Ps. I tried to get a picture of him but it was hard enough to get in touch with him!
Economy Profile - Chase Bonar
The recession has been tough on everyone and sophomore Michael Farmer is no exception to the fact. Aside from having to live on campus and live the dorm life, Farmer has had a tough time trying to convince his parents that living off campus is feasible.
“I’d like to get a job down here my senior year so I can get out of the dorms and live off campus, but that’s not going to be easy the way things have been going.”
Farmer sat down next to me and was really open to the facts. His hat was backwards and he had on a white t-shirt with khakis. He is definitely an approachable guy.
“I studied abroad in London last summer, and I wanted to do it again this year, but again the economy got the best of me,” he said. “It just isn’t a possibility this year.”
Farmer is from Stowe, Vermont. He made sure to mention how tough the recession has been on his hometown.
“See, Stowe is a tourism-driven town. People go there for vacation to ski, snowboard…stuff like that,” he paused and asked if I was getting all this. I nodded.
“This summer I will be looking for a job, but it will be difficult because the business is so far down back home. Recreation events drive Stowe and people aren’t traveling as much.”
I asked how his family is coping with the economy.
“Well, it hasn’t been too bad. My mom is a speech teacher, so…”
Farmer looked down for a moment, evidence of the fact that everyone truly has been affected, but regardless of how much, Farmer remained positive about the future.
“I was trying to convince my parents to let me invest in some stocks,” he said, “I checked the other day and if I would have bought some shares of the company I was eyeing, I would have had double the returns!”
Farmer elicits the type of mindset that many Americans will need to adopt to recover from the recession. His casual demeanor and calm responses reminded me of the straight, simple, and true fact: optimism will prevent the nation from falling further into a whirlwind of economic woes and taking risks…well, that’s the American way.
“I haven’t been using my credit card very much,” said Mike with a grin, “but I really do want a new TV.”
Saturday, May 2, 2009
Sullivan
Patrick Campbell is a sophomore at the University of Tampa. He is also an accounting major, which is the reason why he joined Beta Alpha Psi, the honorary accounting organization. This organization is very helpful in obtaining an internship.
He also did many other things to boost up his resume to try to get an internship. Along with being elected to the position of Vice President of Service, Pat has done leadership conferences and sponsored the creation of the Accounting Club here on campus.
The organzation and all the resume builders was still not enough for an internship. Companies just are not taken new employees because of the recession. Pat stated “people I have spoken to who have gotten internships in the past and are shocked that I didn’t get one because their resume wasn’t as good as mine.”
He even tried Craigslist.org but couldn’t tell which internships were real or fake. This is not the only way the recession is affecting him. Less experience he has the harder it will be for him to get a quality job when he graduates college in two years.
Since the school is raising housing prices for next semester, living off campus is the better option. He wanted a place that was cheaper then school so he looked at all different houses and apartments. He found an inexpensive apartment but it’s far from school. Since bringing your car down is very expensive, he will buy a vespa instead. Although this is an extra expense added in, it is still cheaper than staying on campus.
When he goes back home his job is not hurting like many other work places so he was able to get his old job back but no extra work for this student. In the past finding a second job was a breeze but no more.
Although it is not the case in many other work places, his job is secure for this upcoming summer. In the past, finding a job was a breeze, but this is not the case anymore.
This past year has already affected him already. He was unable to fly home as frequent as in the past, or as much as he desired, due to the fact air line companies have raised their prices. They too have been affected greatly by this recession.
Also, books are very expensive, and when you try to sell them back, you don't receive anything nearly close to what you paid for them. As a result, Pat felt he didn't really need to buy any books and just go through the year without them for any of his classes. He knew he could still get good grades without owning these over priced books. He could just borrow books from classmates this way he doesn't get ripped off from the bookstore.
His experiences going out on the weekends have also been affected. Clubs and bars have been forced to raise their prices due to the recession, which has hit Pat's wallet hard.
Now I know a night life is not as essential but it just shows that the recession is altering all parts of people lives.
Pat could easily ask his parents for money but he doesn't want to do that. He wants to be independent for as long as he can.
According to Pat “I don’t see any light at the end of the tunnel and can’t imagine that changing anytime soon so I need to try and save my money the best I can.” This recession is going to be around for awhile and everybody will have to alter their lifestyle.
Chase - Girls Intramural Soccer
The intramural field was the place to be for the second game of the girl’s intramural soccer championship. Beneath the flood lights, team one, Make it Reign, faced team two, J Dibs for a chance at the semi finals. As soon as the clock struck 10, the girls of Make it Reign were off eagerly chasing the ball for a chance to move toward the semi finals and win. Last season, they placed second.
Within the first 10 minutes, Amanda Fuller scored a goal splitting the defense and running right up the middle.
“That was so much fun,” she said after the game, “it worked perfectly.”
By the end of the first half, Make it Reign had three goals to J Dibs’ zero. The second half began with a goalie change. Jordyn Clark was put in the position.
“I’ve never played goalie before!” she said. “It’s hard to play because everyone is counting on you.”
The second half didn’t work out too well for J Dibs as Amanda, Kendall White, and Kristin Zuchowski all scored goals ending the game at 8-0.
Team Captain Kristin Zuchowski said “that was such a great game for us. Sam had a hattrick, I had a goal, and we didn’t let them score! It really was nice to see the defense working for once.”
J Dibs’ goalie would not comment on her performance, but she did give me a gesture that summed up the team’s feelings towards that last whistle.
“That was one of my best games ever,” said Fuller, “I was on fire tonight.”
Within the first 10 minutes, Amanda Fuller scored a goal splitting the defense and running right up the middle.
“That was so much fun,” she said after the game, “it worked perfectly.”
By the end of the first half, Make it Reign had three goals to J Dibs’ zero. The second half began with a goalie change. Jordyn Clark was put in the position.
“I’ve never played goalie before!” she said. “It’s hard to play because everyone is counting on you.”
The second half didn’t work out too well for J Dibs as Amanda, Kendall White, and Kristin Zuchowski all scored goals ending the game at 8-0.
Team Captain Kristin Zuchowski said “that was such a great game for us. Sam had a hattrick, I had a goal, and we didn’t let them score! It really was nice to see the defense working for once.”
J Dibs’ goalie would not comment on her performance, but she did give me a gesture that summed up the team’s feelings towards that last whistle.
“That was one of my best games ever,” said Fuller, “I was on fire tonight.”
Friday, May 1, 2009
Nicole Robinson Crew Team Under Appreciated?
The UT crew team on the 17th of April, traveled to Oak Ridge Tennessee to participate in the Southern Intercollegiate Rowing Associations regional competition. Teams from all around the south and sometimes the north including Michigan, Ohio and even New Jersey all came to combat for the championship win. Big school teams from Syracuse, Auburn Universities also participated in the competition.
Six boats at a time competed in a 2000 meter course until the girls crew team reached the second final and won 4th place in the light weight category. One of the other girl’s teams too made the semi finals although the boys team failed to do so.
Despite the crew team’s extensive training and accomplishments in various regional competitions, the underappreciated treatment they get has started to take its toll on the students. Sitting down and talking to four crew team members revealed the frustrations that arise with second-class treatment.
Ben Wood freshman Athletic Training major, Nathalia Pirela freshman Government and World Affairs major, Sasha Jarquin sophomore Accounnting major and Nickola Johnson sophomore Sports Management major sounded out their frustrations from their regional competition that reflect the general treatment that the team receives.
“We stayed at the Motel Six!”, yelled Jarquin. “It was such a bonding experience because we had to sleep all over each other” Pirela chimed in. The students reflected on how although the beauty of the city they traveled to was overwhelming and the pride of placing in the semi-finals pleased them, the apathy they feel that the University shows them put a spot on the experience.
“I slept on the floor of the van driving their so another guy could sleep on the seat”, reflected Wood, “it was an experience”
Johnson revealed that she did not feel that the team received the same recognition as other teams on campus. “We placed at the semi finals and worked so hard and we didn’t even make the paper.”
“No, There was a feature on one of the girls on the team. But we are an entity,” Jarquin corrected.
With 2 hour practices that start at 6:00am three days a week, the women’s crew team shows dedication an hard work that deserves recognition. The men’s group (not able to be a team because of “Title 9”) deserves the same,
These students are hard workers with a hard motto, :If you’re not a strong person DON”T ROW”. And they deserve respect and praise for their accomplishments.
Six boats at a time competed in a 2000 meter course until the girls crew team reached the second final and won 4th place in the light weight category. One of the other girl’s teams too made the semi finals although the boys team failed to do so.
Despite the crew team’s extensive training and accomplishments in various regional competitions, the underappreciated treatment they get has started to take its toll on the students. Sitting down and talking to four crew team members revealed the frustrations that arise with second-class treatment.
Ben Wood freshman Athletic Training major, Nathalia Pirela freshman Government and World Affairs major, Sasha Jarquin sophomore Accounnting major and Nickola Johnson sophomore Sports Management major sounded out their frustrations from their regional competition that reflect the general treatment that the team receives.
“We stayed at the Motel Six!”, yelled Jarquin. “It was such a bonding experience because we had to sleep all over each other” Pirela chimed in. The students reflected on how although the beauty of the city they traveled to was overwhelming and the pride of placing in the semi-finals pleased them, the apathy they feel that the University shows them put a spot on the experience.
“I slept on the floor of the van driving their so another guy could sleep on the seat”, reflected Wood, “it was an experience”
Johnson revealed that she did not feel that the team received the same recognition as other teams on campus. “We placed at the semi finals and worked so hard and we didn’t even make the paper.”
“No, There was a feature on one of the girls on the team. But we are an entity,” Jarquin corrected.
With 2 hour practices that start at 6:00am three days a week, the women’s crew team shows dedication an hard work that deserves recognition. The men’s group (not able to be a team because of “Title 9”) deserves the same,
These students are hard workers with a hard motto, :If you’re not a strong person DON”T ROW”. And they deserve respect and praise for their accomplishments.
Intramural Men's Soccer Championship Game
At 10 o’clock last Monday night, the lights over the practice soccer field on the UT campus lit up as a crowd gathered around the sidelines. It was time for the men’s intramural soccer finals.
For the past month, the intramural playoffs had been ongoing in order to determine the best team on the UT campus.
This year, the finalists were the Bomb Squad and the unnamed Black Team.
About twelve minutes into the match, a forward from the Black Team drove down the wing and turned to the middle while launching a shot past the Bomb Squad’s goalkeeper.
“Yeah, I just got a little bit of room in the middle there and just took my chance and it went in” said the goal scorer known as “Shakes”.
Fan of the Black Team, Qalben Hussein, described “Shakes” ability on the pitch. “Yeah, he’s one of the best. You see his ball control and speed, and it just sets him apart from the rest.”
For the vast majority of the first half, the Black Team dominated the play, but one mistake may have cost them the game. Late in the first half, Bomb Squad was awarded a free kick, and the ball was skillfully placed inside the near post to tie the match.
After halftime, Bomb Squad knew they had to step up their play and they did so. Just four minutes into the second half, a Bomb Squad player made a great cross and the receiving player tapped it in. Then, just two minutes after that, another Bomb Squad player sent a long shot straight into the goalkeeper, but the shot was too much to handle and it deflected into the net giving Bomb Squad the
3-1 lead.
Late in the game though, the Black Team tried to muster a comeback. A brilliant corner kick was sent into the box and it was there that a skilled midfielder was able to deflect the ball past the goalkeeper for what was considered the goal of the match.
“That was a great goal.” said Hussein, “To be able to head the ball in like that takes a lot of skill. It’s too bad they couldn’t come back and tie it up.”
Bomb Squad was able to hold on for the remainder of the game and win the intramural championship in a very well-played game.
For the past month, the intramural playoffs had been ongoing in order to determine the best team on the UT campus.
This year, the finalists were the Bomb Squad and the unnamed Black Team.
About twelve minutes into the match, a forward from the Black Team drove down the wing and turned to the middle while launching a shot past the Bomb Squad’s goalkeeper.
“Yeah, I just got a little bit of room in the middle there and just took my chance and it went in” said the goal scorer known as “Shakes”.
Fan of the Black Team, Qalben Hussein, described “Shakes” ability on the pitch. “Yeah, he’s one of the best. You see his ball control and speed, and it just sets him apart from the rest.”
For the vast majority of the first half, the Black Team dominated the play, but one mistake may have cost them the game. Late in the first half, Bomb Squad was awarded a free kick, and the ball was skillfully placed inside the near post to tie the match.
After halftime, Bomb Squad knew they had to step up their play and they did so. Just four minutes into the second half, a Bomb Squad player made a great cross and the receiving player tapped it in. Then, just two minutes after that, another Bomb Squad player sent a long shot straight into the goalkeeper, but the shot was too much to handle and it deflected into the net giving Bomb Squad the
3-1 lead.
Late in the game though, the Black Team tried to muster a comeback. A brilliant corner kick was sent into the box and it was there that a skilled midfielder was able to deflect the ball past the goalkeeper for what was considered the goal of the match.
“That was a great goal.” said Hussein, “To be able to head the ball in like that takes a lot of skill. It’s too bad they couldn’t come back and tie it up.”
Bomb Squad was able to hold on for the remainder of the game and win the intramural championship in a very well-played game.
Roux, Olivia; Tampa Spartans Defeat the Tars during SSC
The Tampa Spartans finished a three game series against the Rollins College Tars Saturday April 18 with a game score of 8-2, 12-5 and 2-1; ending Senior Day with a big hit.
Starting off the game at the bottom of the first Tampa led the Tars with one hit. Unsatisfied, the Tars starting designated hitter, Michael Garczynski, caught up with one run while three hits were also made at the top of the third.
Never letting down their crowd, the Spartans shot back with two runs by starting center fielder Tyler Cox and second baseman Correy Figueroa. A pitch hit designated hitter, Mike Schwartz, getting him a walk and advancing Figueroa to second and Cox to third. Jose Jimenez then hit a fly ball out to right field enabling Cox a score and due to a third base fumble, Figueroa got a run for the team.
Top of the fourth Alex Koronis filled in for sophomore and starting pitcher, Josh Bowman, who struck out three Tars and kept the Spartans safe with only one run.
After the game Bowman with a grin on his face and said, “The Rollins series was a huge series for us because we finally swept a team we were supposed to sweep. The pitching and hitting finally came together for an entire series and we got the job done the way it should've been done the entire season.”
As the sun shone down on the players, Koronis gave Rollins a run for their money as he struck out six in the remaining three innings.
With four hits, the Tars had opportunity to stack up some runs as they did in game one but the Spartans held their ground as defeaters. There were many cheers in the stands as Spartan attendees were thrilled of their win.
Starting off the game at the bottom of the first Tampa led the Tars with one hit. Unsatisfied, the Tars starting designated hitter, Michael Garczynski, caught up with one run while three hits were also made at the top of the third.
Never letting down their crowd, the Spartans shot back with two runs by starting center fielder Tyler Cox and second baseman Correy Figueroa. A pitch hit designated hitter, Mike Schwartz, getting him a walk and advancing Figueroa to second and Cox to third. Jose Jimenez then hit a fly ball out to right field enabling Cox a score and due to a third base fumble, Figueroa got a run for the team.
Top of the fourth Alex Koronis filled in for sophomore and starting pitcher, Josh Bowman, who struck out three Tars and kept the Spartans safe with only one run.
After the game Bowman with a grin on his face and said, “The Rollins series was a huge series for us because we finally swept a team we were supposed to sweep. The pitching and hitting finally came together for an entire series and we got the job done the way it should've been done the entire season.”
As the sun shone down on the players, Koronis gave Rollins a run for their money as he struck out six in the remaining three innings.
With four hits, the Tars had opportunity to stack up some runs as they did in game one but the Spartans held their ground as defeaters. There were many cheers in the stands as Spartan attendees were thrilled of their win.
Erickson, Alexa: sports story
Last weekend, the spartan crew team competed at the 2009 Sunshine State Conference Rowing Championships in Melbourne, Florida. The Varsity Four competed in two heats on Friday, averaging the third fastest time and qualifying them for the next day's finals.
The team, which included rowers: Alicia Thompson, Alyssa Rodriques, Theresa Osborne and Samantha Burns, raced against Nova Southeastern and Rollins College for the final heat. Placing last out of the three teams, Alyssa Rodriques comments on the regatta, saying "Placing last was a disappointment, but we had two major disadvantages against us. First off, it was a 'heavyweight' race, even though we were the only 'lightweight' boat, so our two opponents were much bigger and stronger than us. Secondly, we were rowing against a 15 mph headwind that slowed us down considerably."The spartans finished with a time of 10:03, which Rodriques says was a time due to the headwind, since a normal time is usually under 8 minutes.
The team has a chance to redeem themselves next weekend, however, when they travel to Pennsylvania for Nationals.
Good luck ladies!
The team, which included rowers: Alicia Thompson, Alyssa Rodriques, Theresa Osborne and Samantha Burns, raced against Nova Southeastern and Rollins College for the final heat. Placing last out of the three teams, Alyssa Rodriques comments on the regatta, saying "Placing last was a disappointment, but we had two major disadvantages against us. First off, it was a 'heavyweight' race, even though we were the only 'lightweight' boat, so our two opponents were much bigger and stronger than us. Secondly, we were rowing against a 15 mph headwind that slowed us down considerably."The spartans finished with a time of 10:03, which Rodriques says was a time due to the headwind, since a normal time is usually under 8 minutes.
The team has a chance to redeem themselves next weekend, however, when they travel to Pennsylvania for Nationals.
Good luck ladies!
Spartan Softball Squeezes By Florida Southern
UT Wins In Dramatic Fashion Against No. 17 Seeded FSC
The University of Tampa Spartans notched a must-need victory on Friday with 3-2 walkoff win over No. 17 Florida Southern College.
Drama loomed in the bottom of the seventh as the game was tied at two apiece. The Spartans proceeded to reach base on two Florida Southern fielding blunders as Ashley Arcuri and Michele Horan reached base setting the table for Samantha Becker.
With one swing of the bat, Becker lined the game winner into right field plating home Arcuri and delivering the Spartans a 3-2 victory.
"I just wanted to drive the ball wherever it was pitched and luckily for me I got a good pitch to hit and it got us the win," said the right-handed Becker.
A Sport Management major at UT, Becker, a senior, hopes her late game dramatics can help push the Spartans into 2009 NCAA II South Regional.
"Every game is important now, especially as we are looking to make a run into the post-season and hopefully we can keep the momentum going," said Becker.
Jessica Keefe had two hits and an RBI to led the Spartans offense as UT now stands at 26-11 on the season and 13-7 in the Sunshine-State Conference. Deanna Henriott was on the hill for the Spartans pitching a complete game by allowing just four hits and two earned runs.
The two teams will take the field on Saturday as UT will look to take Game 2 of the series from the Mocs of Florida Southern College.
-Tommy Cassell
The University of Tampa Spartans notched a must-need victory on Friday with 3-2 walkoff win over No. 17 Florida Southern College.
Drama loomed in the bottom of the seventh as the game was tied at two apiece. The Spartans proceeded to reach base on two Florida Southern fielding blunders as Ashley Arcuri and Michele Horan reached base setting the table for Samantha Becker.
With one swing of the bat, Becker lined the game winner into right field plating home Arcuri and delivering the Spartans a 3-2 victory.
"I just wanted to drive the ball wherever it was pitched and luckily for me I got a good pitch to hit and it got us the win," said the right-handed Becker.
A Sport Management major at UT, Becker, a senior, hopes her late game dramatics can help push the Spartans into 2009 NCAA II South Regional.
"Every game is important now, especially as we are looking to make a run into the post-season and hopefully we can keep the momentum going," said Becker.
Jessica Keefe had two hits and an RBI to led the Spartans offense as UT now stands at 26-11 on the season and 13-7 in the Sunshine-State Conference. Deanna Henriott was on the hill for the Spartans pitching a complete game by allowing just four hits and two earned runs.
The two teams will take the field on Saturday as UT will look to take Game 2 of the series from the Mocs of Florida Southern College.
-Tommy Cassell
Economy Profile on Monica Kornblatt-Murrhee
Monica Kornblatt is a senior at the University of Tampa, majoring in Electronic Media Arts and Technology. She, nor her family has been directly affected by the economic recession, which continues to grow as a threat in the United States' economic future. “My family has remained very lucky in seeing no downfalls with the recession,” said Monica.
The only true insight Monica has seen into the recession, came from her 24-year-old sister, who is a consultant for American Express. Monica said that her sister was not laid-off as a result of her company having to downsize their employment rates. Of the situation, Monica says, “My sister told me she watched friends and acquaintances in all different departments of American Express say good-bye to their jobs.”
When asked, Monica said, “Yes, I definitely depend on my parents for a source of income.” This feature of her life has become a worry to Monica in recent months because as she puts it, “I know I'm going to be cut off soon.” This revelation has made Monica realize that she must brave the working industry very soon and find a source of income that comes from someone, other than her parents.
After graduation occurs, Monica aspires to move to New York and get a job in the industry of fashion. She knows that it will not be easy and worries that if she is cut off from spending by her parents, that she will struggle greatly while trying to obtain her future goals. “I know how hard it is to find a job right now,” said Monica in an almost remorseful tone.
Just recently, Monica lost cable and her ability to access the news via a television set. She says that this was in part because she and her family had been receiving cable for almost a year for free, when the cable company discovered their error and discontinued the free cable. Up until that time, Monica tried to actively watch the news on the recession. “I usually try to watch the news,” she says.
Worries of her immediate family being affected by the recession doesn't worry Monica. When asked what about the recession worried her the most, Monica politely, but curtly said, “Our generation.” When questioned further on the subject, Monica said, “I want to see what happens. I'm worried about the decrease in jobs and keep wondering how long it's going to take to apply and get a job.”
While Monica's story has brighter sides than other's, she still faces the recession when she is unleashed to the outside world and taken from under the shelter of her parents' wing. The only thing one can offer Monica is luck and hope that her parents will back her up if she faces trouble within the immediate future.
Tampa Bay Ray's vs. Boston Red Sox-Murrhee
Humidity and parking spots ranging from $10 to $20 didn't stop Ray's fans from gathering at Tropicana Field to watch the Ray's play against the Boston Red Sox.
Last year, baseball's doormat, the Ray's finally made a name for themselves when they beat the Boston Red Sox 3-1, sending them to the World Series.
In last night's game, the mood in the crowd seemed stifled for the first two and a half innings, nothing happening for either team. At the bottom of the third, Ray's player, Jason Bartlett, finally made a single and moved to first.
In keeping with this style, B.J. Upton also made a single. This moved Bartlett to second base and put Upton on first.
Carl Crawford walked to first base, thus making bases loaded. The mood of Ray's fans slowly began to shift, a positive attitude swarming the stands; one would have noticed a few glutteuss move to the edge of their seats.
When Evan Longoria came up to bat, Boston's fans began to steer in hopes of distracting him. Efforts were made futile when Longoria scored a double and sent Bartlett, Upton, and Crawford passing over home plate. The score: 3-0.
Before the third inning was over, Pat Burrell made a single, scoring Longoria. The score at the top of the fourth was 4-0, Sox still down.
By the bottom of the fourth, Michel Hernandez scored a home run and Crawford hit a sinking fly ball, scoring Upton and setting the score 6-0.
Skip a few innings and come to the bottom of the eighth inning. Sox's fans seem restless, a look of loss seen in the faces of those that were worn long, with furrowed eyebrows.
Come the bottom of the eighth, the score is 8-0 with bases loaded. Gabe Gross hits a double, scoring Longoria and Carlos Pena. Burrell moves to third. Akinori Iwamura [I-wah-mur-ah] hits a double, scoring Burrell and Gross and bringing the score 12-0.
Before the end of the eighth inning, Hernandez hits a double and scores Iwamura. By the ninth inning, the score is 13-0 and any hope of the Sox winning this game has all but been completely stifled. The looks on Sox fans' faces lack any hope.
Throughout the game, Matt Garza pitched phenomenally, allowing the Sox only one hit, at the bottom of the seventh inning. At the ninth inning, Garza did not give the Sox any chance of redeeming themselves by allowing them a hit.
Garza was shown on the big screen at the end of the game, while dejected Sox fans tried to exit and Ray's fans loitered in jubilation. When asked on his technique, Garza said, "I just kept thinking, 'Make the right pitch at the right time.' I knew I needed to keep myself calm and cool." Before Garza left the big screen, he said, "I knew I couldn't let the game ride fully on me. I had to make them participate and not kill myself. I just knew we had to play hard and see where we ended up."
Last year, baseball's doormat, the Ray's finally made a name for themselves when they beat the Boston Red Sox 3-1, sending them to the World Series.
In last night's game, the mood in the crowd seemed stifled for the first two and a half innings, nothing happening for either team. At the bottom of the third, Ray's player, Jason Bartlett, finally made a single and moved to first.
In keeping with this style, B.J. Upton also made a single. This moved Bartlett to second base and put Upton on first.
Carl Crawford walked to first base, thus making bases loaded. The mood of Ray's fans slowly began to shift, a positive attitude swarming the stands; one would have noticed a few glutteuss move to the edge of their seats.
When Evan Longoria came up to bat, Boston's fans began to steer in hopes of distracting him. Efforts were made futile when Longoria scored a double and sent Bartlett, Upton, and Crawford passing over home plate. The score: 3-0.
Before the third inning was over, Pat Burrell made a single, scoring Longoria. The score at the top of the fourth was 4-0, Sox still down.
By the bottom of the fourth, Michel Hernandez scored a home run and Crawford hit a sinking fly ball, scoring Upton and setting the score 6-0.
Skip a few innings and come to the bottom of the eighth inning. Sox's fans seem restless, a look of loss seen in the faces of those that were worn long, with furrowed eyebrows.
Come the bottom of the eighth, the score is 8-0 with bases loaded. Gabe Gross hits a double, scoring Longoria and Carlos Pena. Burrell moves to third. Akinori Iwamura [I-wah-mur-ah] hits a double, scoring Burrell and Gross and bringing the score 12-0.
Before the end of the eighth inning, Hernandez hits a double and scores Iwamura. By the ninth inning, the score is 13-0 and any hope of the Sox winning this game has all but been completely stifled. The looks on Sox fans' faces lack any hope.
Throughout the game, Matt Garza pitched phenomenally, allowing the Sox only one hit, at the bottom of the seventh inning. At the ninth inning, Garza did not give the Sox any chance of redeeming themselves by allowing them a hit.
Garza was shown on the big screen at the end of the game, while dejected Sox fans tried to exit and Ray's fans loitered in jubilation. When asked on his technique, Garza said, "I just kept thinking, 'Make the right pitch at the right time.' I knew I needed to keep myself calm and cool." Before Garza left the big screen, he said, "I knew I couldn't let the game ride fully on me. I had to make them participate and not kill myself. I just knew we had to play hard and see where we ended up."
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