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Flores Raiders'stable leader Pint's rise' keeps FSU up ie Oakland By Ban Zaystt Sports Editor When Tom Flores decided to play fool Raiders in 1960. it was with the knowledge he may be making a grave career mistake — the College of the Pacific graduate was in line for the head coaching job at Fresno's Roosevelt High School. But he enjoyed playing the game and took a chance newly formed American Football League, still in its infancy. Sixteen years later. Flores has reached the pinnacle of success as head coach of the Raiders, the winningesi organization in professional football, and has since left little to chance. Flores, Fresno-born and Sanger-raised, was the first quarterback for the "Silver and Black," and also the first Mexican- American player and coach in pro football. He is proud of these accomplishments, but hardly boastful. "That's one area of my life that I'm very proud of— being first in several things in this Flores is a man of fact, and when queried, speaks of himself matter-of-factly He is deeply loyal to his players and the Raiders organization. A discouraging word will never be heard from Tom Flores. Certainly, working under the supervision of footbal] maverick aging Jim Plunkett to quarterback his team, and being responsible for extracting "Excellence" from a unit of self- anybody publicly. "I don't need to point a finger to tell somebody that he is playing poorly, but 1 will tell him privately." Flores speaks of Davis respectfully "He is a very demanding person He demands hard work and loyalty, but he also does ihe same thing. He works hard and provides the atmosphere of winning and he gives you a chance to win." He is quick to defend his players, especially Wilson, a Davis project many Raiders fans fed should be scrapped. "I'm not making excuses for any of his performances. He had some good Even rambunctious rookie Howie Long and the pugnacious Matt Millen, who were involved in the post-playoff game altercation with Billy Sullivan, the wimpish grandson of the New England Patriot's owner, were protected by Flores" silver and black shield. "It was unfortunate, but it happened. It was blown up pretty big. Matt never hit him with his helmet. Wc have our version of it and why we think it started In fact, I know how it suited and I know what happened. But that's not for me to say or even discuss any further." Flores is confident and urbane and chooses his words carefully. In Fresno April 11 as the keynote speaker for the Chicano/Latino Students Organi?.auon's first-annual awards banquet, Flores toured the Fresno Slate campus, spoke with the media and graciously signed autographs for adoring fans. One obviously ardent admirer rushed up to him. threw her arms around him and declared "I love you. Tom Flores!" Flores stood grinning sheepishly, somewhat uncomfortable with the Flor o provide si in that respect. That knowledge of the game ihe sidelines. It'saphysi >e stable and someone ha the way I lead. I think th Spring game unveils 1986 'Dogs By MlkS tSUtWtrll mrmmwmm M ki. I. *^ as Cai Bowl champs and with ai cedented I l-0-l record Tomorrow, fans will get to p Bulldog Stadium for the first tir last December's heroic episode to 36 Bulldogs in an intrasquad gai actual game begins at 7:30 p.m.. preceeded by a barbecue "I guess you could say I'm pleased, satisfied," commented Sweeney "We must keep getting tougher and make progress to upgrade the system and T want achieve more success."said Sweeney. "Wc sPrln8 know everyone on our schedule is going to be motivated to end our streak. Well jusl a> ' *' have to be extra prepared and condi- m- "c tioned, and become stronger.physically." A major concern of Sweeney's this lnlshfd spring is his revamped offensive line. "Apre- Gone are second-team all-leaguers Greg Loveringand Terry Laffitte, but the return le into x Mike Savage, a former center and now an e since 0ffensivc tackle, and Brad Heir, a center ew the who ie,„;red jn -ga then redshirted due to e. The jnjury hist year should help. '"' " s Also projected to see playing time on lulnot combe (6-6. 265) and senior Mike ,n Ihe Chulantseff (6-2. 245). Right guard. hough. position with the biggest Senior Brian Kazarian is the leading candidate, but bright futurcsarc predicted for Brent Pollack and Jeff Skidmorc Sweeney feels the m"5st pleasant surprise of thesprirTg has been the progress of "When you look at it, we return loads of talent up front, but replacing Chris Pacheco isn't easy. Fortunately, we feel we've found a suitable replacement in senior Mark Olson. Olson, a hefty 6-4, 230 pounder, teams with Greg Ramsey, who led the team in quarterback tackles in "85, and Anthony Collier to make a solid defensive line. Sweeney's also blessed with an experienced and established linebacker corps. Outside, the 'Dogs have two second-team PCAA Anth any Nunn (6-3,235), and you have simply tenacious trio. Br an Gre -r Hi and Chris Rinehart villbebackin up. Ih ngs don't get easier the line of scrimmage either "S mors Byron Nich ls and Gar] Will t the | third player, junior Fred Will vowing to see action." Sweeney said. Also pleasing is the progress of juniors Darryl James. Troy Ellison and versitile Claude Brown. Even more depth comes from freshmen Ramsey Bailev. Thomas Ireland and Reggie Willis. See FOOTBALL, page 8 All off-season long, Mclanie Parrent nd Lori Romeiro-Gardner figured to be strong righty-lefty pitching combina- son injury ended left the pitching oPam tough tl fiber. planned went down the drain." "It made me realize that 1 would have to beconsistent throughout every game,"she added. "I knew it would be tougher without her. especially in tournaments when I have to throw seven or eight games." Parrent has responded by tallying a 23- rage of 0 record w i s:,r i as pitched 13 shutouts, 1 hree away from the school record, s also only two wins away from the d for most wins in season, ie records would be nice, but I'd r be national champions," Parrent "As long as we win nationals.-thai's ming from Tafl Union High School, nt considered Texas A & M before .ing FreJtoStwe.'.-riiTted thesottbi'ir' between pitching high school i softball was "realizing there hitters. Batters one through s< 1. Parr, I compiled a arkable 0.26 ERA. She pitched along with Romeiro-Gardner and Barbara Cambria, learning from them in her freshman season. "They'really helped me a lot. Lori worked with me on my mental game, she gave me confidence," Parrent explained. After having such an impressive rookie season, Parrent spent time trying to improve. "Mainly, I worked on the drop already had « trated o Her s ing then :ludes tl Parrent is the first left-handed pitcher in FSU softball history, but she doesn't think being a southpaw is that much of an advantage "My ball breaks into a right- for the release point of the pitch." It has taken just a season and a half for Parrent to become the ace of the staff. "I person that certainly has been Parrent is catcher Cindy Johnson, s been very important, she's helped .1 being behind me 100 percent," Mrlinie Parrent is well on her way to smashing FSU's softball record books as has enabled the Bulldogs to maintain the nation's No. 2 ranked team. Regionals before losing two out of three the rest of the season, she will get am Cai Poly-Pomona, game. Parrent replaced Ron fourth inning of a scoreless t inning to beat the Bulldogs. "lt was a good experience gave me confidence, going ii doing a good job." nal shot at the Titans. " the feated in conference, win all ol ma and get back to the nationals ith faceFullertonagain.Ithinklt against them. Making the (Coll it Series is definitely our team o-bacx i s Parrent hope to ationalchampion- 11,,. MT,: In two seasons, Parrent has played under two coaches. Donna Pickel and Margie Wright. "I like both a lot and respect them. They're both excellent, they See PARRENT, page 8 pressured-packed situation that Parrent has faced. She claims. "It was facing number one ranked Fullerton State in the PONY Tournament, when we were tied going into the tenth inning." If the team can reach Parrent's eoal for Graduate Students Association presents 1st Annual Graduate Colloquium "The Future Prospects of the San Joaquin Valley" 19:30 a.m.- 1p.m. CU 31211 Keynote Speaker: Dan Whitehurst Chair of Fresno Economic Development Corp. (former Mayor, City of Fresno) Reception following in the Presidents Gallery 3-5 p.m. Upstairs Cafeteria Room 200 COMEDY at its BEST BOBBY SALEM Bobby Salem has been a stand-up comedian for overt four years, has an excellent "on radio" personality and is an accomplished international actor. He has appeared at MGM Gramd omn Reno, Wolfgang's, & Ha Ha A Go Go. U/ednesdaq, April 23 CSUF Student* $2 8 PM CSUF General $3 Cafeteria Sponsored by CSUF College Union Program Committee
Object Description
Title | 1986_04 The Daily Collegian April 1986 |
Alternative Title | Daily Collegian (California State University, Fresno) |
Publisher | Associated Students of Fresno State, Fresno, Calif. |
Publication Date | 1986 |
Description | Daily (except weedends) during the school year. Microfilm. Palo Alto, Calif.: BMI Library Microfilms, 1986- microfilm reels; 35 mm. Vol.1, no.1 (Feb 8, 1922)- |
Subject | California State University, Fresno -- Periodicals. |
Contributors | Associated Students of Fresno State. |
Coverage | Vol.1 no.1 (Feb 8, 1922)- to present |
Format | Microfilm reels, 35 mm. |
Technical Information | Scanned at 600 dpi; TIFF; Microfilm ScanPro 2000 "E-image data" |
Language | eng |
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Title | April 18, 1986 Pg 6-7 |
Alternative Title | Daily Collegian (California State University, Fresno) |
Publisher | Associated Students of Fresno State, Fresno, Calif. |
Publication Date | 1986 |
Description | Daily (except weedends) during the school year. Microfilm. Palo Alto, Calif.: BMI Library Microfilms, 1986- microfilm reels; 35 mm. Vol.1, no.1 (Feb 8, 1922)- |
Subject | California State University, Fresno -- Periodicals. |
Contributors | Associated Students of Fresno State. |
Coverage | Vol.1 no.1 (Feb 8, 1922)- to present |
Format | Microfilm reels, 35 mm. |
Technical Information | Scanned at 600 dpi; TIFF; Microfilm ScanPro 2000 "E-image data" |
Language | eng |
Full-Text-Search | Flores Raiders'stable leader Pint's rise' keeps FSU up ie Oakland By Ban Zaystt Sports Editor When Tom Flores decided to play fool Raiders in 1960. it was with the knowledge he may be making a grave career mistake — the College of the Pacific graduate was in line for the head coaching job at Fresno's Roosevelt High School. But he enjoyed playing the game and took a chance newly formed American Football League, still in its infancy. Sixteen years later. Flores has reached the pinnacle of success as head coach of the Raiders, the winningesi organization in professional football, and has since left little to chance. Flores, Fresno-born and Sanger-raised, was the first quarterback for the "Silver and Black," and also the first Mexican- American player and coach in pro football. He is proud of these accomplishments, but hardly boastful. "That's one area of my life that I'm very proud of— being first in several things in this Flores is a man of fact, and when queried, speaks of himself matter-of-factly He is deeply loyal to his players and the Raiders organization. A discouraging word will never be heard from Tom Flores. Certainly, working under the supervision of footbal] maverick aging Jim Plunkett to quarterback his team, and being responsible for extracting "Excellence" from a unit of self- anybody publicly. "I don't need to point a finger to tell somebody that he is playing poorly, but 1 will tell him privately." Flores speaks of Davis respectfully "He is a very demanding person He demands hard work and loyalty, but he also does ihe same thing. He works hard and provides the atmosphere of winning and he gives you a chance to win." He is quick to defend his players, especially Wilson, a Davis project many Raiders fans fed should be scrapped. "I'm not making excuses for any of his performances. He had some good Even rambunctious rookie Howie Long and the pugnacious Matt Millen, who were involved in the post-playoff game altercation with Billy Sullivan, the wimpish grandson of the New England Patriot's owner, were protected by Flores" silver and black shield. "It was unfortunate, but it happened. It was blown up pretty big. Matt never hit him with his helmet. Wc have our version of it and why we think it started In fact, I know how it suited and I know what happened. But that's not for me to say or even discuss any further." Flores is confident and urbane and chooses his words carefully. In Fresno April 11 as the keynote speaker for the Chicano/Latino Students Organi?.auon's first-annual awards banquet, Flores toured the Fresno Slate campus, spoke with the media and graciously signed autographs for adoring fans. One obviously ardent admirer rushed up to him. threw her arms around him and declared "I love you. Tom Flores!" Flores stood grinning sheepishly, somewhat uncomfortable with the Flor o provide si in that respect. That knowledge of the game ihe sidelines. It'saphysi >e stable and someone ha the way I lead. I think th Spring game unveils 1986 'Dogs By MlkS tSUtWtrll mrmmwmm M ki. I. *^ as Cai Bowl champs and with ai cedented I l-0-l record Tomorrow, fans will get to p Bulldog Stadium for the first tir last December's heroic episode to 36 Bulldogs in an intrasquad gai actual game begins at 7:30 p.m.. preceeded by a barbecue "I guess you could say I'm pleased, satisfied," commented Sweeney "We must keep getting tougher and make progress to upgrade the system and T want achieve more success."said Sweeney. "Wc sPrln8 know everyone on our schedule is going to be motivated to end our streak. Well jusl a> ' *' have to be extra prepared and condi- m- "c tioned, and become stronger.physically." A major concern of Sweeney's this lnlshfd spring is his revamped offensive line. "Apre- Gone are second-team all-leaguers Greg Loveringand Terry Laffitte, but the return le into x Mike Savage, a former center and now an e since 0ffensivc tackle, and Brad Heir, a center ew the who ie,„;red jn -ga then redshirted due to e. The jnjury hist year should help. '"' " s Also projected to see playing time on lulnot combe (6-6. 265) and senior Mike ,n Ihe Chulantseff (6-2. 245). Right guard. hough. position with the biggest Senior Brian Kazarian is the leading candidate, but bright futurcsarc predicted for Brent Pollack and Jeff Skidmorc Sweeney feels the m"5st pleasant surprise of thesprirTg has been the progress of "When you look at it, we return loads of talent up front, but replacing Chris Pacheco isn't easy. Fortunately, we feel we've found a suitable replacement in senior Mark Olson. Olson, a hefty 6-4, 230 pounder, teams with Greg Ramsey, who led the team in quarterback tackles in "85, and Anthony Collier to make a solid defensive line. Sweeney's also blessed with an experienced and established linebacker corps. Outside, the 'Dogs have two second-team PCAA Anth any Nunn (6-3,235), and you have simply tenacious trio. Br an Gre -r Hi and Chris Rinehart villbebackin up. Ih ngs don't get easier the line of scrimmage either "S mors Byron Nich ls and Gar] Will t the | third player, junior Fred Will vowing to see action." Sweeney said. Also pleasing is the progress of juniors Darryl James. Troy Ellison and versitile Claude Brown. Even more depth comes from freshmen Ramsey Bailev. Thomas Ireland and Reggie Willis. See FOOTBALL, page 8 All off-season long, Mclanie Parrent nd Lori Romeiro-Gardner figured to be strong righty-lefty pitching combina- son injury ended left the pitching oPam tough tl fiber. planned went down the drain." "It made me realize that 1 would have to beconsistent throughout every game,"she added. "I knew it would be tougher without her. especially in tournaments when I have to throw seven or eight games." Parrent has responded by tallying a 23- rage of 0 record w i s:,r i as pitched 13 shutouts, 1 hree away from the school record, s also only two wins away from the d for most wins in season, ie records would be nice, but I'd r be national champions," Parrent "As long as we win nationals.-thai's ming from Tafl Union High School, nt considered Texas A & M before .ing FreJtoStwe.'.-riiTted thesottbi'ir' between pitching high school i softball was "realizing there hitters. Batters one through s< 1. Parr, I compiled a arkable 0.26 ERA. She pitched along with Romeiro-Gardner and Barbara Cambria, learning from them in her freshman season. "They'really helped me a lot. Lori worked with me on my mental game, she gave me confidence," Parrent explained. After having such an impressive rookie season, Parrent spent time trying to improve. "Mainly, I worked on the drop already had « trated o Her s ing then :ludes tl Parrent is the first left-handed pitcher in FSU softball history, but she doesn't think being a southpaw is that much of an advantage "My ball breaks into a right- for the release point of the pitch." It has taken just a season and a half for Parrent to become the ace of the staff. "I person that certainly has been Parrent is catcher Cindy Johnson, s been very important, she's helped .1 being behind me 100 percent," Mrlinie Parrent is well on her way to smashing FSU's softball record books as has enabled the Bulldogs to maintain the nation's No. 2 ranked team. Regionals before losing two out of three the rest of the season, she will get am Cai Poly-Pomona, game. Parrent replaced Ron fourth inning of a scoreless t inning to beat the Bulldogs. "lt was a good experience gave me confidence, going ii doing a good job." nal shot at the Titans. " the feated in conference, win all ol ma and get back to the nationals ith faceFullertonagain.Ithinklt against them. Making the (Coll it Series is definitely our team o-bacx i s Parrent hope to ationalchampion- 11,,. MT,: In two seasons, Parrent has played under two coaches. Donna Pickel and Margie Wright. "I like both a lot and respect them. They're both excellent, they See PARRENT, page 8 pressured-packed situation that Parrent has faced. She claims. "It was facing number one ranked Fullerton State in the PONY Tournament, when we were tied going into the tenth inning." If the team can reach Parrent's eoal for Graduate Students Association presents 1st Annual Graduate Colloquium "The Future Prospects of the San Joaquin Valley" 19:30 a.m.- 1p.m. CU 31211 Keynote Speaker: Dan Whitehurst Chair of Fresno Economic Development Corp. (former Mayor, City of Fresno) Reception following in the Presidents Gallery 3-5 p.m. Upstairs Cafeteria Room 200 COMEDY at its BEST BOBBY SALEM Bobby Salem has been a stand-up comedian for overt four years, has an excellent "on radio" personality and is an accomplished international actor. He has appeared at MGM Gramd omn Reno, Wolfgang's, & Ha Ha A Go Go. U/ednesdaq, April 23 CSUF Student* $2 8 PM CSUF General $3 Cafeteria Sponsored by CSUF College Union Program Committee |