The document discusses an upcoming biopic about NFL commissioner Rodger Goodell that will focus on his handling of the league's concussion crisis. It will cover Goodell's tenure since 2006 and his dealings with Dr. Bennet Omalu's research on CTE. The film will star Luke Wilson as Goodell.
This article profiles Cal Poly Pomona junior basketball guard Quentin Taylor. As a kinesiology student, Taylor strives to pursue a career in physical education while also dedicating himself to the men's basketball team. Taylor enjoys using basketball as an escape from distractions and loves the sport with a passion. According to his coach, Taylor is a reliable leader who does everything needed to help the team. Teammates appreciate Taylor's diverse skills and effort on the court.
- The document is a student's journal submission containing discussions of various psychology concepts across three journal entries.
- In the first journal, concepts of classical and operant conditioning are discussed through personal examples of being motivated to get good grades to upgrade a car and losing weight for monetary reward.
- The second journal discusses self-efficacy through winning a basketball tournament and self-serving biases through a team captain who blamed others but not himself for losses.
- The third journal discusses extrinsic motivation to lose weight for physical results versus intrinsic motivation to learn music from a passion developed in childhood.
The document is a reflection by Austin Chester on his experience coaching a middle school football team while still in high school. He discusses how playing football in high school shaped him and led him to want to coach. He then describes his process of coaching a 7th grade football team, including spring practices, fall practices and games. He discusses the challenges of balancing coaching responsibilities with his high school workload and social life, but finds the experience rewarding.
The document provides tips on how to properly handle direct and indirect quotes in writing. It discusses best practices such as using quotes to present opinions rather than facts, using powerful quote leads to engage readers, properly structuring quotes by placing the attribution at natural pauses, avoiding repeating information between transitions and quotes, and identifying sources of quotes to establish their authority and relevance to the topic.
A new program at Austin Peay State University’s culinary kitchen at Fort Campbell allows military veterans to cope with their “new normal,” while learning skills that will help them as they transition back into civilian life.
Lance Hoggatt was asked to resign as the head football coach at Cushing High School after four years without a playoff appearance and a record of 10 wins and 30 losses. Hoggatt took over as head coach shortly after being hired as an assistant when the previous head coach left. The administration wants to take the program in a different direction. Hoggatt met with his team to inform them of the decision and said he would help the seniors however he can. He will finish out the school year as a teacher at Cushing High School before looking for other coaching opportunities.
J.T. Terrell was expected to be the star player and senior captain for the 2013-14 USC men's basketball team. However, he was suspended for the fall semester due to academic issues. Terrell worked hard on his own to improve his game and academics in hopes of returning for the second semester. He apologized for letting down his teammates and school. The freshman class provided a bright future for the USC program under new coach Andy Enfield. Key freshmen like Julian Jacobs, Nikola Jovanovic, and Roschon Prince started and contributed significantly despite being newcomers.
This article profiles Cal Poly Pomona junior basketball guard Quentin Taylor. As a kinesiology student, Taylor strives to pursue a career in physical education while also dedicating himself to the men's basketball team. Taylor enjoys using basketball as an escape from distractions and loves the sport with a passion. According to his coach, Taylor is a reliable leader who does everything needed to help the team. Teammates appreciate Taylor's diverse skills and effort on the court.
- The document is a student's journal submission containing discussions of various psychology concepts across three journal entries.
- In the first journal, concepts of classical and operant conditioning are discussed through personal examples of being motivated to get good grades to upgrade a car and losing weight for monetary reward.
- The second journal discusses self-efficacy through winning a basketball tournament and self-serving biases through a team captain who blamed others but not himself for losses.
- The third journal discusses extrinsic motivation to lose weight for physical results versus intrinsic motivation to learn music from a passion developed in childhood.
The document is a reflection by Austin Chester on his experience coaching a middle school football team while still in high school. He discusses how playing football in high school shaped him and led him to want to coach. He then describes his process of coaching a 7th grade football team, including spring practices, fall practices and games. He discusses the challenges of balancing coaching responsibilities with his high school workload and social life, but finds the experience rewarding.
The document provides tips on how to properly handle direct and indirect quotes in writing. It discusses best practices such as using quotes to present opinions rather than facts, using powerful quote leads to engage readers, properly structuring quotes by placing the attribution at natural pauses, avoiding repeating information between transitions and quotes, and identifying sources of quotes to establish their authority and relevance to the topic.
A new program at Austin Peay State University’s culinary kitchen at Fort Campbell allows military veterans to cope with their “new normal,” while learning skills that will help them as they transition back into civilian life.
Lance Hoggatt was asked to resign as the head football coach at Cushing High School after four years without a playoff appearance and a record of 10 wins and 30 losses. Hoggatt took over as head coach shortly after being hired as an assistant when the previous head coach left. The administration wants to take the program in a different direction. Hoggatt met with his team to inform them of the decision and said he would help the seniors however he can. He will finish out the school year as a teacher at Cushing High School before looking for other coaching opportunities.
J.T. Terrell was expected to be the star player and senior captain for the 2013-14 USC men's basketball team. However, he was suspended for the fall semester due to academic issues. Terrell worked hard on his own to improve his game and academics in hopes of returning for the second semester. He apologized for letting down his teammates and school. The freshman class provided a bright future for the USC program under new coach Andy Enfield. Key freshmen like Julian Jacobs, Nikola Jovanovic, and Roschon Prince started and contributed significantly despite being newcomers.
Cem Tont is the cheerful soccer coach at Southwestern College who has a long history with the sport. He was formerly a professional player in Turkey but had to retire due to injury, which brought him to the United States to learn English and play in college. He has since had a successful coaching career at various schools, focusing on developing his players both physically and mentally while instilling confidence and respect. While winning is nice, Tont believes the most important part of college soccer is helping students succeed academically and reach their goals outside of athletics.
The Milwaukee Bucks coaching staff, led by head coach Jason Kidd, is stressing hard work, fundamentals, and daily improvement to the team's young players. Assistant coaches like Greg Foster and Sean Sweeney emphasize developing a winning culture through discipline and by setting the example with their own hard work. The coaches aim to teach players good habits and see the process of learning and development through.
Jimmy Fowler, a senior defensive end and offensive tackle for the South-Doyle High School football team, has maintained a positive attitude despite his team's struggles this season after going undefeated last year. Although the team may finish 0-10 compared to 10-0 last season, Fowler sees the opportunity for growth. He has emerged as a leader for the younger players on the team. Fowler remains focused on finishing the season strong and helping the team improve as much as possible.
The document discusses the importance of sportsmanship in athletics. It provides examples of both good and bad sportsmanship among coaches, athletes, and fans. Good sportsmanship, as demonstrated by coaches like Bruce Cassidy, helps athletes become role models and positively influence their communities. In contrast, poor sportsmanship, like that shown by Claude Julien, can set a bad example and negatively impact others. The future of sports depends on fostering an environment of respect and ethical behavior at all levels.
Austin Chester coached a 7th grade junior football team for his senior project to explore a career in teaching and coaching high school football. His project included a highlight film of the team's plays, game stats, and a 2-6 season record. Though the record was not strong, Austin felt the players improved as a team and grew athletically over the year. The experience confirmed for Austin that he has the patience and ability to connect with students, and he believes his research and first-hand coaching experience support his decision to pursue a teaching degree in college to become a high school teacher and football coach.
Soccer Injury Prevention and Treatment by John Gallucci Jr.johngalluccijr
This document provides an overview and endorsement of the book "Soccer Injury Prevention and Treatment" by John Gallucci Jr. The book aims to educate players, parents, and coaches on how to treat and prevent over 30 common soccer injuries, identify concussions, understand injuries in young athletes, create nutrition plans, and build endurance and flexibility while avoiding harm. Several prominent figures in soccer, including current and former players, coaches, team physicians, and the MLS commissioner, provide endorsements, praising the book's comprehensive and easy-to-understand approach to soccer medicine.
Joslyn Nicole Ruffin "Nici"
After graduating in the spring of 2011, Ms. Ruffin intends on pursuing a career in Community Relations within the sports industry. Her goal is to become the Community Relations Director for an NFL or NBA team.
1) The document discusses several famous coaches in NFL and college football history and the leadership qualities and coaching philosophies that made them successful, such as Vince Lombardi, Paul "Bear" Bryant, Joe Paterno, and Nick Saban.
2) Key traits of successful coaches discussed include having dedication, caring about players' well-being both on and off the field, teaching important life lessons, holding players accountable, and helping them improve over time.
3) All the coaches emphasized hard work, setting goals, never quitting, admitting and learning from mistakes, and focusing on the present moment rather than the past or future.
This document is a thesis presented by Benjamin Bernard Hazel to Princeton University examining how college football players perceive and understand the risks of playing football through interviews with 19 players and a team physician. The thesis hypothesizes that players' perceptions of risk and opportunity are affected by optimism bias. It discusses the risks of concussions and CTE from head injuries in football and how these long-term effects impacted the author's grandfather, NFL Hall of Famer John Mackey. The thesis aims to understand how players' understandings of risk shape their decisions through analyzing themes of risk, opportunity, and optimism bias.
Dr. Winter believes sleep is an important but overlooked aspect of athletic performance. He works with many NBA and other professional sports teams to help optimize athletes' sleep. Through strategies like adjusting light exposure, Dr. Winter helps teams minimize jetlag from travel. Additionally, Dr. Winter advocates for greater education about proper sleep habits from a young age. Improving sleep can significantly boost energy levels and overall well-being for both athletes and non-athletes.
The document provides a preview of the fall sports season at Choctaw High School. Several teams are adjusting to a new division level with higher competition. The football, men's soccer, volleyball, cross country, and women's soccer teams are outlined with expectations and goals for the upcoming season. The first home games of the season are provided for many of the teams. Overall, the coaches are optimistic and believe the athletes have potential for success.
Alex Moreau has played soccer for 12 years and coached for 3. He wrote to judges about his senior project where he coached a soccer team. Through video analysis he saw the team improve technically and reduce mistakes. With encouragement and tailored drills, the players wanted to succeed. Communication with parents was challenging but he collected contact details to keep them informed of schedule changes. Coaching reinforced that Alex wants to pursue coaching as a career, though salaries may be low, but his passion is improving players and the game. The experience improved his people and communication skills and confidence to continue coaching.
This letter recommends Anthony Hernandez for a position. It describes him as a determined student athlete at Baker University who has shown strong leadership skills and the ability to meet deadlines as part of a group project. The letter notes that Anthony was a captain of his high school football and basketball teams and an honors student. The writer believes Anthony will continue to accomplish great things in his career due to his intensity, intelligence, and exemplary accomplishments as a student athlete.
Understanding and properly treating concussions has improved in high school athletics, but risks remain. While coaches and doctors now recognize concussion symptoms, many athletes still fail to report them due to wanting to continue playing. Schools are working to improve concussion assessment, treatment, and communication using baseline neurocognitive tests to help determine when athletes have recovered. However, some argue contact sports will always pose risks and it is difficult to predict how injuries may affect individuals differently.
This document summarizes an observation of a high school varsity basketball coach, Coach Kevin Scott, conducted by the author and a partner. They observed both a practice and a game. At the practice, they found that 60% of Coach Scott's comments were organizational and 30% were instructional. He had very few negative comments. At the game, Coach Scott remained calm in the first half but became more vocal and encouraging in the close fourth quarter as his team pulled out a narrow win over their rival. The observation provided insights into Coach Scott's leadership style and how he motivates his players.
This document contains Wes Moody's resume, portfolio and samples of his work. It includes his resume listing his experience as an intern for OU Athletics and as a Big 12 Campus Correspondent. It also contains samples of feature stories and game recaps Wes has written. One feature story from big12sports.com profiles OU soccer player Courtney Forte. Another from Soonersports.com profiles OU baseball players Jon Gray and Jake Fisher being drafted by MLB teams. The document demonstrates Wes' experience and abilities in writing sports stories and features.
The 4th grade PE class will be participating in a month-long basketball unit. The students chose basketball over other sports. The coach will assign fair teams and encourage sportsmanship. Throughout the unit, students will learn the basic rules and fundamentals of basketball. There will be a tournament at the end of the unit to assess what they have learned. Parents are encouraged to discuss the rules with their children and support a positive learning environment.
The document discusses various aspects of ethics and sportsmanship in sports. It defines sportsmanship as showing fair and kind play, and discusses how coaches, owners, and athletes should demonstrate respect towards fans, opponents, and each other's safety and well-being. The document also notes that athletes have a platform to inspire communities and should give back through volunteer and charity work. Finally, it states that while fans are encouraged to support their teams, they should do so respectfully without racist or offensive behavior that reflects poorly.
The Hampton University women's golf team dominated at the Florida A&M Spring Invitational in Tallahassee, Florida. Senior Cheryl Chua won the individual title and her second round score was the tournament's lowest round. Every Lady Pirate finished in the top 10. The team is looking forward to their next tournament in two weeks.
The Hampton University softball team extended their winning streak to five games with recent victories over Liberty, North Carolina A&T, and Delaware State. Their offense has been producing runs, with double digit scoring in two games against Delaware State. Freshman pitcher Allyson Babinsack was named a weekly conference honor and has been contributing both on the mound and at the plate
The document discusses several freshman student athletes at Hampton University adjusting to college sports. It introduces Mallory Beard, a volleyball player from California who has earned a starting spot, and discusses her positive transition. It also profiles football players adapting to college, including defensive back Chaka Diarrassouba who believes adaptation is key to success. The document interviews several freshman football players about overcoming challenges and being inspired by coaches.
The document discusses the tradition of 100 Days celebrations for graduating seniors at Hampton University. It summarizes the positive meaning of 100 Days but notes this year's celebration led to arrests, injuries, and property damage. As a result, the university administration decided to cancel future 100 Days celebrations in the Student Center. The future of how graduating classes will commemorate the milestone is now uncertain.
Cem Tont is the cheerful soccer coach at Southwestern College who has a long history with the sport. He was formerly a professional player in Turkey but had to retire due to injury, which brought him to the United States to learn English and play in college. He has since had a successful coaching career at various schools, focusing on developing his players both physically and mentally while instilling confidence and respect. While winning is nice, Tont believes the most important part of college soccer is helping students succeed academically and reach their goals outside of athletics.
The Milwaukee Bucks coaching staff, led by head coach Jason Kidd, is stressing hard work, fundamentals, and daily improvement to the team's young players. Assistant coaches like Greg Foster and Sean Sweeney emphasize developing a winning culture through discipline and by setting the example with their own hard work. The coaches aim to teach players good habits and see the process of learning and development through.
Jimmy Fowler, a senior defensive end and offensive tackle for the South-Doyle High School football team, has maintained a positive attitude despite his team's struggles this season after going undefeated last year. Although the team may finish 0-10 compared to 10-0 last season, Fowler sees the opportunity for growth. He has emerged as a leader for the younger players on the team. Fowler remains focused on finishing the season strong and helping the team improve as much as possible.
The document discusses the importance of sportsmanship in athletics. It provides examples of both good and bad sportsmanship among coaches, athletes, and fans. Good sportsmanship, as demonstrated by coaches like Bruce Cassidy, helps athletes become role models and positively influence their communities. In contrast, poor sportsmanship, like that shown by Claude Julien, can set a bad example and negatively impact others. The future of sports depends on fostering an environment of respect and ethical behavior at all levels.
Austin Chester coached a 7th grade junior football team for his senior project to explore a career in teaching and coaching high school football. His project included a highlight film of the team's plays, game stats, and a 2-6 season record. Though the record was not strong, Austin felt the players improved as a team and grew athletically over the year. The experience confirmed for Austin that he has the patience and ability to connect with students, and he believes his research and first-hand coaching experience support his decision to pursue a teaching degree in college to become a high school teacher and football coach.
Soccer Injury Prevention and Treatment by John Gallucci Jr.johngalluccijr
This document provides an overview and endorsement of the book "Soccer Injury Prevention and Treatment" by John Gallucci Jr. The book aims to educate players, parents, and coaches on how to treat and prevent over 30 common soccer injuries, identify concussions, understand injuries in young athletes, create nutrition plans, and build endurance and flexibility while avoiding harm. Several prominent figures in soccer, including current and former players, coaches, team physicians, and the MLS commissioner, provide endorsements, praising the book's comprehensive and easy-to-understand approach to soccer medicine.
Joslyn Nicole Ruffin "Nici"
After graduating in the spring of 2011, Ms. Ruffin intends on pursuing a career in Community Relations within the sports industry. Her goal is to become the Community Relations Director for an NFL or NBA team.
1) The document discusses several famous coaches in NFL and college football history and the leadership qualities and coaching philosophies that made them successful, such as Vince Lombardi, Paul "Bear" Bryant, Joe Paterno, and Nick Saban.
2) Key traits of successful coaches discussed include having dedication, caring about players' well-being both on and off the field, teaching important life lessons, holding players accountable, and helping them improve over time.
3) All the coaches emphasized hard work, setting goals, never quitting, admitting and learning from mistakes, and focusing on the present moment rather than the past or future.
This document is a thesis presented by Benjamin Bernard Hazel to Princeton University examining how college football players perceive and understand the risks of playing football through interviews with 19 players and a team physician. The thesis hypothesizes that players' perceptions of risk and opportunity are affected by optimism bias. It discusses the risks of concussions and CTE from head injuries in football and how these long-term effects impacted the author's grandfather, NFL Hall of Famer John Mackey. The thesis aims to understand how players' understandings of risk shape their decisions through analyzing themes of risk, opportunity, and optimism bias.
Dr. Winter believes sleep is an important but overlooked aspect of athletic performance. He works with many NBA and other professional sports teams to help optimize athletes' sleep. Through strategies like adjusting light exposure, Dr. Winter helps teams minimize jetlag from travel. Additionally, Dr. Winter advocates for greater education about proper sleep habits from a young age. Improving sleep can significantly boost energy levels and overall well-being for both athletes and non-athletes.
The document provides a preview of the fall sports season at Choctaw High School. Several teams are adjusting to a new division level with higher competition. The football, men's soccer, volleyball, cross country, and women's soccer teams are outlined with expectations and goals for the upcoming season. The first home games of the season are provided for many of the teams. Overall, the coaches are optimistic and believe the athletes have potential for success.
Alex Moreau has played soccer for 12 years and coached for 3. He wrote to judges about his senior project where he coached a soccer team. Through video analysis he saw the team improve technically and reduce mistakes. With encouragement and tailored drills, the players wanted to succeed. Communication with parents was challenging but he collected contact details to keep them informed of schedule changes. Coaching reinforced that Alex wants to pursue coaching as a career, though salaries may be low, but his passion is improving players and the game. The experience improved his people and communication skills and confidence to continue coaching.
This letter recommends Anthony Hernandez for a position. It describes him as a determined student athlete at Baker University who has shown strong leadership skills and the ability to meet deadlines as part of a group project. The letter notes that Anthony was a captain of his high school football and basketball teams and an honors student. The writer believes Anthony will continue to accomplish great things in his career due to his intensity, intelligence, and exemplary accomplishments as a student athlete.
Understanding and properly treating concussions has improved in high school athletics, but risks remain. While coaches and doctors now recognize concussion symptoms, many athletes still fail to report them due to wanting to continue playing. Schools are working to improve concussion assessment, treatment, and communication using baseline neurocognitive tests to help determine when athletes have recovered. However, some argue contact sports will always pose risks and it is difficult to predict how injuries may affect individuals differently.
This document summarizes an observation of a high school varsity basketball coach, Coach Kevin Scott, conducted by the author and a partner. They observed both a practice and a game. At the practice, they found that 60% of Coach Scott's comments were organizational and 30% were instructional. He had very few negative comments. At the game, Coach Scott remained calm in the first half but became more vocal and encouraging in the close fourth quarter as his team pulled out a narrow win over their rival. The observation provided insights into Coach Scott's leadership style and how he motivates his players.
This document contains Wes Moody's resume, portfolio and samples of his work. It includes his resume listing his experience as an intern for OU Athletics and as a Big 12 Campus Correspondent. It also contains samples of feature stories and game recaps Wes has written. One feature story from big12sports.com profiles OU soccer player Courtney Forte. Another from Soonersports.com profiles OU baseball players Jon Gray and Jake Fisher being drafted by MLB teams. The document demonstrates Wes' experience and abilities in writing sports stories and features.
The 4th grade PE class will be participating in a month-long basketball unit. The students chose basketball over other sports. The coach will assign fair teams and encourage sportsmanship. Throughout the unit, students will learn the basic rules and fundamentals of basketball. There will be a tournament at the end of the unit to assess what they have learned. Parents are encouraged to discuss the rules with their children and support a positive learning environment.
The document discusses various aspects of ethics and sportsmanship in sports. It defines sportsmanship as showing fair and kind play, and discusses how coaches, owners, and athletes should demonstrate respect towards fans, opponents, and each other's safety and well-being. The document also notes that athletes have a platform to inspire communities and should give back through volunteer and charity work. Finally, it states that while fans are encouraged to support their teams, they should do so respectfully without racist or offensive behavior that reflects poorly.
The Hampton University women's golf team dominated at the Florida A&M Spring Invitational in Tallahassee, Florida. Senior Cheryl Chua won the individual title and her second round score was the tournament's lowest round. Every Lady Pirate finished in the top 10. The team is looking forward to their next tournament in two weeks.
The Hampton University softball team extended their winning streak to five games with recent victories over Liberty, North Carolina A&T, and Delaware State. Their offense has been producing runs, with double digit scoring in two games against Delaware State. Freshman pitcher Allyson Babinsack was named a weekly conference honor and has been contributing both on the mound and at the plate
The document discusses several freshman student athletes at Hampton University adjusting to college sports. It introduces Mallory Beard, a volleyball player from California who has earned a starting spot, and discusses her positive transition. It also profiles football players adapting to college, including defensive back Chaka Diarrassouba who believes adaptation is key to success. The document interviews several freshman football players about overcoming challenges and being inspired by coaches.
The document discusses the tradition of 100 Days celebrations for graduating seniors at Hampton University. It summarizes the positive meaning of 100 Days but notes this year's celebration led to arrests, injuries, and property damage. As a result, the university administration decided to cancel future 100 Days celebrations in the Student Center. The future of how graduating classes will commemorate the milestone is now uncertain.
1) The article discusses the upcoming Black Family Conference hosted by Hampton University's School of Business from March 20-22 on the theme of "From Income to Wealth: Economic Development in the African American Community."
2) The keynote speaker, Shawn Ricks from the U.S. Department of Commerce, believes universities like HU play a key role in economic growth and improving the workforce.
3) Students are looking forward to the conference and hearing from business professionals, with sessions covering topics like entrepreneurship and wealth creation. A $35 luncheon will feature speaker Margot Copeland from KeyCorp.
26 students from Hampton University will travel to Pittsburgh, PA to attend the Power Shift youth summit from October 18-21 to discuss environmental issues. The students received funding for travel and housing from the Energy Action Coalition. At the summit, students will participate in workshops and seminars on climate change, environmental justice, and sustainability. The trip aims to educate students on ways to address environmental problems and mitigate climate change.
The "Know your History" mobile exhibit from American Legacy magazine came to Hampton University to educate visitors about important figures and events in black history. The exhibit displayed magazine covers featuring icons like Rosa Parks and Jackie Robinson. It also showed memorabilia and videos about topics like African American military units. The goal was to promote black history and encourage learning about events left out of typical history lessons. The exhibit was displayed in front of the student center and the magazine's publisher spoke to students about chronicling the African American experience.
A viral video of members of the Oklahoma University SAE fraternity singing a racist chant has garnered significant controversy and attention. In response to the video, 4-star football recruit Jean Delance de-committed from Oklahoma, citing being "disgusted" by the video. Other current and future student athletes have also expressed concern about the video and the climate it suggests at Oklahoma. The mega fight between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao, which fans have anticipated for years, was officially announced for May 2, 2015, with debates beginning over who will win the long-awaited match-up.
1. In light of recent events taking
place within the National Football
League, NFL commissioner Rodger
Goodell will be the subject of his
own upcoming biopic that will deal
with the issue of concussions.
The movie, will focus on the
beginning of Goodell’s tenure
in 2006, succeeding former
commissioner Paul Tagliabue, and
how he’s dealt with the ongoing
concussion scandal amongst
current and former players. In
addition to focusing on Goodell,
whose set to be portrayed by actor
Luke Wilson, the movie will also
highlight forensic neuropathologist
Dr. Bennet Omalu and his findings
on a condition known as chronic
traumatic encephalopathy (CTE),
a degenerative brain disease that
occurs from multiple concussions.
Goodell has been on a
continuous mission as of late to
change his policies and the rules of
the game for the betterment of the
league. The overall improvement
of the game will not only protect
the players, but it’ll also allow
Goodell’s hope for a reduced
amount of long-term damage
inflicted upon retired players in
their “after football life” come to
fruition.
The head of any organization,
especially one like the NFL, has to
enforce policies that people might
not like but have to abide by for
the good of the company and the
players.
The same type of strict yet
necessary policies exist for the
Hampton University football team.
First year head coach Connell
Maynor said, in terms of his
policies for his team, “It’s going to
affect some individuals, in certain
ways… ultimately I have to do
and make the best decision for the
football program when I discipline
players.”
There is a harsh reality when
dealing with football programs,
whether it be at the professional,
collegiate, or little league level.
Rodger Goodell makes decisions
and policies for terms he feels
are right, which is a mindset that
Coach Maynor also has. “I tell
people all the time it’s not personal;
I got to do what is best for the
team,” shared Maynor
Coach Maynor’s players have
a clear understanding why his
policies are in place. Junior
punter/kicker Joseph Christian
Fabber-Kinney explained the
players’ general mindset, “Our
coach usually expects us to carry
ourselves like men. That’s what he
expects most importantly [in terms
of his polices]… over being a good
football player, is being a man.”
In author Lauren Ezell’s article,
“Timeline: The NFL’s Concussion
Crisis,” Ezell cites comments made
by NFL Spokesman Greg Aiello in
2009, one of which includes him
saying, “It’s quite obvious from the
medical research that’s been done
that concussions can lead to long-
term problems.”
The student-athlete position
can be broken down into two
separate entities: the student and
the athlete. And for some, fulfilling
the “student” obligations can prove
particularly challenging, especially
when your team is the reigning
Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference
(MEAC) Women’s Basketball
Champions.
But for junior guard Ryan
Jordan, taking care of business on
and off the court comes naturally.
Since her freshman year, the
Manassas, Virginia product has
been able to maintain a high
grade-point average in her strategic
communications major, as well
as in her studies as a psychology
minor. Many student-athletes
choose a major that may require
less work and do their best to
remain on their respective teams.
However, Jordan decided to take
a more challenging route and
currently holds a near-4.0 GPA.
Jordan emphasizes time
management as one of her factors
to success. As a junior, the Lady
Pirates veteran is used to a heavy
course load and work schedule.
She developed this strong skill
by playing basketball, as well
as working in an International
Baccalaureate (IB) high school
program.
“I was definitely more of a
scorer back in high school and
played a different role on that team,
but [I’m] in college so the game is
a little different and I haven’t really
done the best of my abilities yet,
since I’ve been in college,” Jordan
stated.
Although Jordan works to
remain on top, she mentioned
that her daily challenges include
the lack of sleep she receives and
always staying on her feet. Aside
from having to hustle on the court,
Jordan empties the tank taking the
walk from the Scripps Howard
building for classes to Holland Hall
for early morning film watching
sessions, afternoon study hall, and
straight to practice.
Making the leap from high
school to college can be a difficult
adjustment for anyone, but
Jordan has had to adapt to both
classes and basketball in a new
environment.
Some of Jordan’s teammates
expressed their opinions on her
outstanding performance in class
and on the court. “I mean it’s Ryan;
it’s what she does,” stated Chenel
Green, a junior public relations
major from Washington, D.C. “We
always know that Ryan is going to
have the highest GPA.”
Kenia Cole, a senior sports
management major from Silver
Spring, Maryland, also shared her
thoughts on her teammate. “
We expect that from Ryan. She’s
always had the ability and work
ethic to be an outstanding student-
athlete,” she said.
Jordan’s teammates also
emphasized that not only is she
an inspiration to some of the
players but she’s, more importantly,
a role model and leader for the
championship winning team.
Jordan said she certainly doesn’t
feel like an inspiration, but hopes
to be a positive influence, whether
it’s through schoolwork or her
positive attitude amongst the team.
By managing her time and
knowing that school comes before
basketball in her life, Jordan has
been able to maintain a high
IQ both in the gym and the
classroom throughout her college
years. She has certainly made a
positive impression on her fellow
Scripps classmates, her teammates,
professors for being named a top
student-athlete and representing
the Hampton University both on
and off the court.
Despite Hampton University’s
lackluster record of the 2014-2015
football season thus far (2-7, 1-4 in
the MEAC), there’s no doubt that
first year quarterback and two-time
MEAC Rookie of the Week (Oct. 27
and Nov. 3) Jerrell Antoine has been a
beacon of light in his rookie season.
The Orlando, Florida native made
his debut against the Delaware State
Hornets on Oct. 25 and led the team
to a 23-0 rout, finishing with 143
passing yards on 13 of 25 attempts,
including a 56-yard touchdown
pass to redshirt sophomore receiver
Rashawn Proctor. He also utilized his
quickness and mobility to punch in
another TD and add 10 rushing yards
to the box score.
“I feel like I did good, but I feel
like I [have] a lot to learn from it,”
said Antoine when asked about his
performance. “I feel like I wasn’t
satisfied with how I played. I feel like I
can do a lot better.”
The Pirates almost lost out on
Antoine to Louisville last season.
Thankfully, a coaching change
spurred a change of heart for the stud
quarterback.
“I was really going to Louisville...
but then they had a coaching change
in [head coach Charlie] Strong leaving
,” said Antoine. “So then the week
before signing day, Coach [Maynor]
had called and said he wanted me to
visit. So I came down here and visited
and liked it, so I just committed here.
It was the place for me.”
Coach Maynor has been
instrumental in helping Antoine take
his game to the next level and making
sure that he stays focused.
“He’s helped my game from high
school to college a lot. He’s teaching
me a lot of things,” said Antoine. “I
had three coaching changes in my
senior year of high school so he’s
taught me a lot that some coaches
didn’t teach me and helped me out
and made the game a lot easier. He’s
been very helpful.”
Antoine also credits fellow QBs
Jaylian Williamson and Bryan Bailey
as well as running backs Eric Carter Jr.
and Jorrian Washington with helping
his game grow.
“He’s doing a real good job but
he’s still got some things to learn,”
said Washington when asked about
Antoine’s debut.
Carter Jr., who’s also Antoine’s
roommate, cites sleepless nights,
studying the playbook and their
constant communication on and off
the field as a catalyst for both of their
solid performances in the Delaware
State game.
“I just told him, I said ‘this is your
chance.’ You don’t really get too
many opportunities,” said Antoine’s
roommate. “You don’t really need
the door to be open; you just need it
cracked and when you get it cracked,
just kick the door in’ and that’s what
he did.”
Despite the people within the
program who have motivated him,
Antoine says that the most influential
person in his life is his mother.
“She’s always telling me to do the
best that I can,” Antoine continued.
“I won’t lie - she’s the person there for
me all the time, so I just want to be
able to give back to her.”
He also said that he wants to do
everything for her so that he can
give back to her as much as she gave
for him. Antoine mentioned that he
would like to play professionally upon
graduating but wants to focus on
playing well here and getting a good
education as a criminal justice major.
Following a tough, 38-35
Homecoming loss to Morgan State,
Hampton has only three games
remaining on the schedule. Freshman
QB’s have been a trend for the Pirates,
with Bailey starting as a freshman last
year. But if Antoine has anything to
do about it, this job is his for the long
run.
“It could be, but I’m here to stay
and I’m going to keep working hard.”
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2014
THE HAMPTON SCRIPT 7
JADE LAWSON
STAFF WRITER
JELANI SCOTT
STAFF WRITER
This past Saturday, Hampton
University football played Morgan
State in HU’s Homecoming matchup.
Unfortunately, the Pirates could not
pick up the win over the Bears, losing
by a close margin of 35-38. It was
a hard-fought game for Hampton,
but what was more shocking was
the attendance at Hampton’s 86th
homecoming game.
Game attendance at Hampton
University home games has been
rather spotty throughout the 2014
season, but the lack of attendance
at the homecoming game was
disturbing. While the football team’s
record has been sub-par this season,
the homecoming game represented
much more than a simple win-loss
record. It was the perfect opportunity
for the thousands of Hamptonians to
exhibit their school spirit and to show
support not just for the team, but also
for their school as a whole.
During homecoming week,
students filled seats to get into the
fashion show and concert. Students
stood shoulder to shoulder at the
bonfire and Friday’s 12 to 5, but
lacked the same amount of zeal at
the homecoming game. Students
purchased cabaret and concert tickets
weeks in advanced, yet almost no one
felt like supporting our football team.
The weather, which was gloomy
and grey, could have been a factor in
the lack of Hampton students and
alumni in the stands, but that certainly
did not hinder other events that were
going on at the same time.
Prior to and during the game,
there was a large tailgate extravaganza
in the Convocation Center parking
lot. Clubs, groups and Greek letter
organizations gathered in the parking
lot to listen to music, eat good food
and converse. The homecoming
tailgate attracted masses of people to
the festivities, but it never transferred
the tailgaters into the bleachers of
Armstrong Stadium. Even during the
game, while the stands were barely
full, the tailgates outside the stadium
were still thriving.
Could it be that people looked
forward to the tailgating more than
the actual game?
Jamal Bailey, a fourth-year five-year
MBA major from Prince Georges
County, Maryland commented on
what attracted people to HU more;
the tailgate or the game.
“It depends on our football
team’s performance,” said Bailey, the
president of Hampton’s chapter of
the National Pan-Hellenic Council.
“This year, I feel the tailgates are more
looked forward to because our team
isn’t performing too well, but if you
look back maybe three years ago in
fall 2011 when the team finished 7-4,
the game [attendance] was maxed out
because the team was performing well
so its dependent on each and every
year.”
The tailgate was not the only
event that was taking place during the
football game. Outside the Student
Center there was the homecoming
bazaar with the plethora of vendors
and food stands. While the game
was still going, there were masses of
people at the vendors and listening to
music in the student center.
A vendor from Phoreal Enterprises
commented on the success that his
stand had with selling merchandise at
the time.
“Homecoming business has been
real good,” the vendor said. “A lot
of alumni came in at the bazaar and
spent well with us even though it’s
cold.”
Aside from the Phoreal Enterprises
vendor, numerous other souveneir,
clothing and food vendors were
packed with Hamptonians young and
old looking to make purchases.
The bazaar, the Student Center
and the tailgate had greater turnouts
than the game, which reflects the
lack of support that Hamptonians
give the Pirates football team.
While it’s commonly argued that
the lack of fans stems from the
poor performance of the team, but
it is equally debatable that sub-par
showing of the team comes from the
lack of support seen at home games.
Homecoming is the time for
Hamptonians to unite and show
support for it’s athletes and this is the
time that they need it the most.
Regardless of our teams records
the Hampton community needs to
rally and support those players on the
fields and the courts, that shed their
blood, sweat and tears for our “Home
By The Sea.”
Empty Stands at Homecoming
JORDAN GRICE
SPORTS EDITOR
“Homecoming is the time for
Hamptonians to unite and show
support for it’s athletes and this
is the time that they need it the
most.”
“I tell people all the
time it’s not personal; I
got to do what is best
for the team,”
-Coach Maynor
Irabor Imobisa | Hampton Script
Running back Eric Carter, Jr. rushes against the Morgan State Bears in the Hampton Homecoming
game last Saturday.
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Irabor Imobisa | Hampton Script
Two-time MEAC Rookie of the Week, quarterback Jerrell Antoine
passes against Morgan State in Hampton’s Homecoming game.
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Junior guard Ryan Jordan maintains a near-4.0 GPA while playing
for the Hampton Lady Pirates.
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STAFF WRITER
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