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Men’s Basketball Travels To Missouri State Today

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Aces And Bears Meet For the First Time In 2021-22

 EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Missouri Valley Conference action continues for the University of Evansville men’s basketball team with a road trip to Missouri State on Saturday evening for a 7 p.m. tip.  ESPN+ and the Purple Aces Radio Network will have the coverage.

Approaching 1K

– Noah Frederking has 954 points in his UE career and is set to become the 51st member of the programs 1,000-point club

– The last player to reach 1,000 was K.J. Riley, who did so in 2019 and finished with 1,062 in his career

 

THE BRIAR PATCH

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THE BRIAR PATCH

GAVEL GAMUT By Jim Redwine

Hitler’s troops easily conquered that part of Stalin’s USSR known as Ukraine in 1942. Total world victory was almost in Germany’s grasp. Then Hitler decided to bring Russia to its knees at the Battle of Stalingrad. Six hundred thousand dead German soldiers and six months later Germany was on its way to total defeat. The Russians sacrificed one and one-half million of its soldiers to confront Hitler’s arrogance. Neither Russia nor Germany has forgotten this carnage.

When one visits the site of the battle in Volgograd, Russia today there is a 172-foot-tall statue of a Russian woman thrusting a sword into the sky. She stands erect on Mamayev Hill and guards the hallowed ground where so many died. There is a memorial close to her feet where the names of countless dead soldiers are carved into marble walls that line a descending walk to an eternal flame. No one makes a sound as they honor the fallen heroes.

When the United States government complains that Germany is not rushing to confront Russia’s belligerence on the border of Ukraine, a visit to Volgograd might explain Germany’s caution. As for us, we need only to recall our ignominious exits from our incursions into Afghanistan (2001-2021) or Viet Nam (1955-1975) to give us pause.

Most of us learn the hard way that angry and arrogant challenges often lead to dire repercussions. America may wish to tread cautiously in our efforts to dictate how other countries should handle their border crises. We did not brook Great Britain’s claims to territory below the 49th parallel (Fifty-Four Forty or Fight) in 1846.

And the same President, James Polk, demanded the Oregon country from Great Britain annex the Republic of Texas that Mexico believed should be a part of Mexico. Texas and Mexico share a border that is over 1,250 miles long. The border between Ukraine and Russia is over 1,400 miles long. About 40% of the residents of Texas are of Hispanic/Latino descent and for about 30% of Texans, Spanish is their native language. Of the 41 million Ukrainians about 17% are of Russian descent and for about 30% of Ukrainians Russian is their native language.

As Ukraine was a part of Russia for hundreds of years, until 1991, and there are deep geographical, cultural and historical ties between Russia and Ukraine, Russia may consider Ukraine much as we considered “Oregon” and Texas. That does not mean the world should ignore Russian aggression or Ukrainian independence. It should, however, advise government leaders and those who would bang the war tocsins to remember that briar patches might be easily entered but may result in much-lost skin to exit.

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BRIAN BILLETT, THUNDERBOLTS SHUT DOWN HAVOC 3-1 

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BRIAN BILLETT, THUNDERBOLTS SHUT DOWN HAVOC 3-1 

Evansville, In.:  Behind a strong night in net from goaltender Brian Billett and some timely goals, the Thunderbolts put together a solid performance and defeat the Huntsville Havoc 3-1 at Ford Center on Friday night. The Thunderbolts next home game will be on Friday, February 4th at 7:00pm CST as they host the Quad City Storm.  For tickets, call (812)422-BOLT (2658), buy online at EvansvilleThunderbolts.com, or buy tickets in person at the Ford Center Box Office.

Austin Plevy opened the scoring only 2:44 into the game, right off an offensive zone faceoff from Brett Radford to give Evansville a 1-0 lead.  Huntsville threatened to tie the game on numerous chances, but thanks to Billett and some excellent penalty killing, the Thunderbolts maintained the lead, and extended the lead as Tyson Kirkby scored on a breakaway to make it 2-0 with 1:15 remaining in the second period.  Billett himself got the lone assist on the goal, and the goal secured a 2-0 lead for Evansville after two periods.

Through a mostly quiet third period, the 2-0 lead stood until 12:47, when Huntsville finally broke through to cut the lead in half, as Alex Kielczewski scored to make it 2-1.  The Havoc pulled goaltender Zane Steeves, and the Thunderbolts countered by scoring an empty net goal from Josh Adkins with 55 seconds remaining to clinch the victory for Evansville.

Kirkby finished with a goal and assist, while Plevy and Adkins scored one goal each.  Plevy’s goal was also his 92nd point as an Evansville Thunderbolt, breaking the franchise record previously held by Dave Williams.  Brian Billett finished with 30 saves on 31 shots and one assist for his 13th win of the season. The win was head coach Jeff Bes’ 41st win as head coach of the Thunderbolts, tying the franchise record held by Jeff Pyle.  The Thunderbolts do not meet the Huntsville Havoc again this regular season.

The Thunderbolts are currently competing in their fifth season in the SPHL (Southern Professional Hockey League).  Season tickets are less than $9 per game.  To order your tickets for this season, call 812-422-BOLT(2658).

FOOTNOTE: About Evansville Thunderbolts: The Evansville Thunderbolts is the area’s only professional 

hockey team.  The Thunderbolts are a proud member of the Southern Professional Hockey 

League (SPHL).  The team is owned and operated by VW Sports, L.L.C, a subsidiary of 

VenuWorks, Inc. www.evansvillethunderbolts.com 

UE Theatre Announces Spring 2022 Season

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EVANSVILLE, IN (01/27/2022) The University of Evansville (UE) Department of Theatre proudly presents the Spring 2022 season with two student-directed productions in the May Studio Theatre and one guest-directed production in Shanklin Theatre. Tickets are now on sale for all performances.

The semester kicks off with Mac Beth by Erica Schmidt, based on the play Macbeth by William Shakespeare, in the May Studio Theatre. Directed by senior theatre studies major Claire Himstedt from St. Louis, Missouri, this new take on Shakespeare’s classic tale of bloody violence explores asymmetry with rebellious teenage girls meeting to stage the play in a parochial school’s parking lot. Mac Beth begins at 7:30 p.m. on February 10, 11, and 12; and at 2:00 p.m. on February 12 and 13.

Next up is Bertolt Brecht’s The Caucasian Chalk Circle with an English version by Eric Bentley, in the May Studio Theatre. Originally written at the end of WWII, it retells the story of a child claimed and fought over by two mothers, resulting in one of the most riveting trials ever staged. Teeming with political overtones and a sharp look at human nature, it is directed by senior performance major Obi Roberts of Arvada, Colorado. The Caucasian Chalk Circle runs at 7:30 p.m. on February 24, 25, 26; and at 2:00 p.m. on February 26 and 27.

The finale is Heroes of the Fourth Turning by Will Arbery in Shanklin Theatre. Guest-directed by Dylan Frederick, a 2014 alum, this 2020 Pulitzer Prize Finalist in Drama is a meticulously fashioned story centering on four alumni of a conservative college. Their reunion spirals into chaos over spirituality, politics, and a nearly fanatical desire to be understood. This haunting and brilliant play begins at 7:30 p.m. on April 8, 9, 21, 22, 23; and at 2:00 p.m. on April 24.

After graduating from UE, Frederick attended the Yale School of Drama and ultimately made his Broadway debut in the 2021 Tony Award-winning production of The Inheritance by Matthew Lopez. Frederick will likely be remembered by UE audiences for playing the role of Master Harold in the 2011 smash-hit production of Master Harold…and the Boys by Athol Fugard, directed by John David Lutz. A native of Minnesota, Frederick returns to his alma mater to make his directing debut.

In following industry standards, as established by the Broadway League, all audience members must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative test result taken within 48 hours of the date on their ticket. Upon arrival at the theatre, proof of vaccination/negative test result and an ID will be checked before each performance. In compliance with the UE Coronavirus Task Force guidelines, all audience members must remain masked while indoors on campus. Additionally, both Shanklin Theatre and the May Studio Theatre will be seated at no more than 50% capacity.

Single ticket prices for Mac Beth and The Caucasian Chalk Circle are $12 for all patrons. Heroes of the Fourth Turning tickets are $20 for adults and $18 for senior adults, students, and UE employees. UE students may obtain one free student rush ticket beginning at 12:00 p.m. on the day of the performance they wish to attend. Tickets may be purchased by calling (812) 488-2031, Monday through Friday, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

 

BOLDER People Podcast Installment Now Available On Streaming Platforms

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BOLDER People, a new podcast from the University of Southern Indiana Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program (GWEP) hosted by USI Professor of Gerontology Dr. Katie Ehlman, has released its third episode to streaming platforms.

BOLDER People explores the dynamic lives of older adults in southwestern Indiana and strives to preserve the narratives of elders. In its third installment, “Janeane Vickers & the Patchwork of Life,” Ehlman talks with Janeane Vickers, breast cancer survivor, educator, and former Mesker Park Zoo docent, about resiliency through breast cancer treatment, advice for formal and informal caregivers, her passion for volunteer work and more.

“This episode o the BOLDER People is unique from the others because of Janeane’s numerous skills, hobbies, and interests,” BOLDER People Producer and USI public relations and advertising student, Leah Flake ‘22, says. “The title plays along with Janeane’s interest in quilting, but it also represents the human experience. We go through life collecting elements which make us unique, and when we piece it all together, it creates a patchwork of our life—an expression of who we are.”

BOLDER People is available to download or stream for free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. New episodes are available monthly. The podcast is produced on the USI campus with help from USI faculty, students and staff.

DNR Sets Up Shop At Indy Boat, Sport And Travel Show, Feb. 18-20, 23-27

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The DNR will have a strong presence at the Indianapolis Boat, Sport and Travel Show, Feb. 18-20 and 23-27, at the Indiana State Fairgrounds.

The DNR’s main location is in Tackle Town, in the Blue Ribbon Pavilion. The booth is a convenient one-stop shopping opportunity for licenses, state park passes, lake-use permits, and Outdoor Indiana magazine.

DNR biologists and State Parks interpretive naturalists will be on hand throughout the show to share program information and resources, as well as answer your fish and wildlife and parks questions. State Park Inns will have a separate information booth in the Travel and Tourism area of the show.

The Live Birds of Prey from Hardy Lake’s Dwight Chamberlain Raptor Center will be presented Feb. 19, from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. A “Snakes Alive, Snake Buffet” from O’Bannon Woods State Park will be offered Feb. 26, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Members of the Indiana Conservation Officers K-9 team will be available Feb. 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The public will have an opportunity to interact with the officers and their K-9 partners. All times of the events listed are subject to change.

Papandreou posts PR, Grell Schulten top 5 for Eagles at Tiger Paw

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Papandreou posts PR, Grell Schulten top 5 for Eagles at Tiger Paw

LOUISVILLE, Ky.—Sophomore thrower Emily Papandria (Indianapolis, Indiana) posted a personal best in the weight throw, while sophomore sprinter Katelyn Grell (Sterling, Illinois) and freshman jumper Margaret Schulten (Oakland City, Indiana) each posted top five performances as University of Southern Indiana Women’s Track & Field wrapped up competition at the Tiger Paw Classic Friday.

Papandria recorded a mark of 44 feet, 4.50 inches to finish sixth in the event, while Grell and Schulten were each fifth in the 600 and high jump, respectively. Grell finished the 600 in one minute, 52.40 seconds, while Schulten posted a mark of 4’11.00″.

USI returns to action next week when it sends split squads to compete in the Bellarmine Classic Friday in Louisville, Kentucky, as well as the Meyo Invitational next Saturday in South Bend, Indiana.

Men’s Track & Field Dan McDonnell, USI Athletic Communications

Kaminski, Crone lead Eagles at Tiger Paw Classic

LOUISVILLE, Ky.—Sophomore thrower Josh Kaminski (Lafayette, Indiana) and sophomore jumper Kyle Crone (Maryville, Illinois) each posted top-five finishes Friday to lead University of Southern Indiana Men’s Track & Field at the Tiger Paw Classic.

Kaminski was second in the shot put with a heave of 47 feet, 5.75 inches, while Crone was fifth in the high jump with a leap of 6’01.25″.

The Screaming Eagles also got a ninth-place showing in the 600 meters out of freshman sprinter/hurdler Trace Manzi (Evansville, Indiana).

USI has one competitor—Silas Winders (Mansfield, Tennessee)—competing Saturday at Indiana Relays in Bloomington, Indiana. The Eagles return to action next week when they send split squads to compete in the Bellarmine Classic Friday in Louisville, Kentucky, as well as the Meyo Invitational next Saturday in South Bend, Indiana.

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Otters Sign Gossmann And Gordon; Add MacDonald

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The Evansville Otters have signed pitcher Austin Gossmann and outfielder Miles Gordon to contracts for the 2022 season, while also adding utility player Kyle MacDonald to the 2022 roster.

Gossmann joined the Otters in 2021 following his senior season at the University of Southern Indiana, just down the road from the Otters’ home ballpark at Bosse Field.

In his rookie season with the Otters, Gossmann went 2-7 with a 4.22 ERA and 101 strikeouts in 89.2 innings pitched and 15 stars.

Gossmann pitched at USI for three seasons between 2019-2021, with an overall win-loss record of 9-8.

Before attending USI, Gossmann pitched his freshman year at the University of South Alabama. Gossman is a graduate of Avon High School, just outside Indianapolis.

Gordon, from Oakville, Ontario in Canada, also comes off his first season with the Otters. He batted .252 with 54 runs, 20 extra-base hits, 32 RBIs, and 25 stolen bases in 84 games played with the Otters.

The outfielder also brought with him five seasons of experience with the Cincinnati Reds organization.

Overall, with the Reds organization, Gordon batted .242 with 13 home runs and 99 RBIs in 908 at-bats. In 253 games played, Gordon scored 130 runs, had 68 total extra-base hits, and swiped 47 bags.

In his time with the Reds, Gordon played with former Otters pitcher Randy Wynne in Dayton in 2019 and roomed with former Otters outfielder Logan Taylor in 2018.

Gordon was drafted by the Reds in the fourth round of the 2015 MLB June Amateur Draft out of St. Ignatius of Loyola Catholic Secondary School in Oakville, Ontario.

MacDonald is from Mississauga, Ontario, and is entering his first season with the Otters in 2022. He spent 2019 and 2021 with the New York Yankees organization, most recently with the Hudson Valley Renegades of the High-A East League in 2021.

MacDonald was drafted by the Yankees in the 27th round of the 2019 MLB June Amateur Draft out of Arkansas State University. Overall, with the Yankees organization, MacDonald batted .289 with 23 runs, 13 doubles, six home runs, and 36 RBIs in 57 games played.

The versatile McDonald played collegiately at Crowder College before transferring to Arkansas State for his final couple of seasons. He earned several accolades and set numerous records at both schools.

 

THOMAS RHETT SERVES UP BRING THE BAR TO YOU TOUR

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WITH SPECIAL GUESTS PARKER MCCOLLUM AND CONNER SMITH FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2022 FORD CENTER EVANSVILLE, TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, JANUARY 28 AT 10 AM AT LIVENATION.COM Evansville, Ind. – January 21, 2022 – 5x GRAMMY® Award nominee Thomas Rhett is unveiling details today for his headlining BRING THE BAR TO YOU TOUR. Taking its name from a to-be-released song from the superstar’s upcoming sixth studio album WHERE WE STARTED (The Valory Music Co.), the tour features special guests Parker McCollum and Connor Smith. Produced by Live Nation and presented by Dos Primos, the tour will include a stop in downtown Evansville on Friday, October 14, 2022, at the Ford Center. Tickets go on sale to the public beginning Friday, January 28 at 10:00 AM at www.livenation.com.

HomeTeam members can access tickets early via pre-sale on Tuesday, January 25 at 10 a.m.local time. Citi is the official card of the BRING THE BAR TO YOU TOUR. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Tuesday, January 25 at noon local time until Thursday, January 27 at 10 p.m. local time through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details visit www.citientertainment.com. For complete tickets and pre-salevvdetails visit www.thomasrhett.com.

 

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