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Sports DECEMBER 11. 1996 ■ And what a year it was: looking back on 1996 ■ The 1996 season said hello to some new faces and goodbye to others By Chad Holcomb Staff Writer The 1996 fall semester was one full of memorable moments from an athletic season filled with tears. Tears of joy from winning. Tears of sadness after working so hard and losing. Tears for the end of an era. Tears for the beginning of others just getting started. Each sport played this past fall had its share of pitfalls and triumphs as the season wore on. While the athletes on each Fresno State team may define success a little differently, the one thing they all have within them istf spirit: a feeling of pride that guides them through every game. That pride, as it has for so many years, carries each Fresno Stale Bulldog to a semester's highlights The end of an era The 1996 season saw the end ol" the greatest era. to date, in Fresno State's football program. The university said goodbye to one of the winningesi coaches in college football history. It is hard to say what part of the season was more dramatic: head coach Jim Sweeney announcing his retirement on Oct. 24. or his becoming just one of 16 coaches in history to reach the 200 win plateau after a 41-7 win over Boise State Nov. 2 in front of the home crowd at Bulldog Stadium. Either way, many would agree that there is no more accurate definition of a Bulldog than Jim Sweeney. Filling big shoes The search for a new head football coach that could bring the Bulldogs back into prominence was completed Dec. 3 widi the selection of Pat Hill, a former Bulldogs assistant and most recently an assistant coach for the NFL's Baltimore Ravens. The reigns have been handed over, and some say that Hill could indeed rejuvenate thc Bulldogs to a winning season in 1997. No stranger to success Fierce play under pressure and the sweet taste of victory are second nature to the men's soccer team. Still, two goals within two minutes of one another may have never felt better when the Bulldogs knocked off die No. I - seeded Washington Huskies in die second round of the NCAA playoffs on Dec. I. The 2-1 victory advanced Fresno State into thc NCAA quarterfinals, with the chance to advance into the semifinals once again, a feat not accomplished by Fresno Slate since 1986. Regardless of thc tournament's outcome, thc perseverance and dedication displayed by the 1996 soccer 'Dogs'showed that they are high on the list of legendary Fresno State men's soccer teams. High hopes The men's basketball team entered its second season under head coach Jerry Tarkanian ranked No. 15 in the nation. And as if thai wasn't enough, the Bulldogs have started the season with a 5-0 record, the best start in over a decade for the basketball team. This year's leam is still in the early stages, not yet facing any WAC competition, but could bring back to Fresno an excitement not seen since the 1983 powerhouse team that captured the NIT title — and then some. y Before the season Before they relumed home to embark upon their respective collegiate.seasons, several Bulldogs made a trip to Atlanta to represent their country in the 1996 Summer Olympic Games. Softball player Laura Berg even returned home with gold, as did five other former Fresno State softball players. Baseball player Jeff Weaver, who is only a sophomore collegiatcly, was part of the bronze-winning USA team who also played in Atlanta. Course duo The player/coach relationships on any Bulldog team are usually very close ones. This year, though, the father/son tandem of golf coach Mike Watney and his son, freshman Josh Watney have taken that one step further. The pride in Watney's eyes is not only that of a Bulldog, but that of a father. One for the record books Just one reception separates former Bulldog wide receiver Charlie Jones, who now is on the receiving end of Stan Humphries passes in San Diego, and new career reception holder Brian Roberson. Roberson surpassed Jones (187) widi catch No. 188 on Nov. 23 in thc final game of the season against San Diego State. Jones was on hand to see Roberson's catch. Welcome Fresno State saw the coming of its twentieth varsity sport this year as the women's equestrian team officially kicked off its first season as an official intercollegiate varsity sport. The final of the eight women's sports on campus had been a club sport up until now. Another new sport was also added, that many people don't know about. A diving team was established in conjunction with the swimming program who is currently going strong in the water. It was a semester full of excitement and frustration, wins and losses, comings and goings. However, the more things change, the more they stay the same. As it always is, the season was one of tradition, a tradition of pride and everlasting memo- Insight. Watch for it next year. DJ U.S.U. Information Center DJ I 9^ Services Available BH 1 • Money Orders • Greyhound Bus Tickets • Greyhound Bus Schedules • Fresno Area Express (FAX) Bus passes and schedules • University Lecture Series Tickets • United Artists Theatre Tickets • Event Tickets • FAX machine (Domestic & International) • Postage Stamps •"General Information | • Lost and Found tre Tickets ft Bulldog passports and season tickets General telephone numbers for Faculty and Departments Mazazine & Newspaper Checkouts Fresno Bee & S.F. Chronicle Universal Studios Discount Tickets Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - 7:30 pm Friday 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Saturday 10:00 am-5:00 For More Information Call: 278-2078 Optometric Vision Enhancement And Contact Lens Center Basic Rate For Eye Exams Only S 39 * Contact Lenses * Fashion Eyewear * Myopia Prevention & * Acuvue & Surevuc Management disposables $ 22.50 299-3179 950 Herndon Ave. Suite 101 (At Clovis Ave) Come In And See Us For Price Guarantee On Frame And Lenses T Uvt Music Wednesday thru Sunday DJ Mondays and Tuesdays l**^ Country Dtnce Lesson Sunday and Wednesday 430 Clovis Avenue 299-2597 LARGEST^EL^CTION Lo^estTOeTau^ranteT 10% OFF? BED AND FUTQN OUTLET 2901 N. Blackstone j (Hwy 41 to Shields, Left on Blackstone, 2 Blocks ahead) ' 226-6133 $ 89 Futons $ 169 Water Beds $ 199 Queen Mattress Sets (Also accessories for all above) ""*; ^Vaterbeds and Futons And Bunkbeds And Innerspring <& s4fiantrtte*tt4, Spacious 1&2 Bedrooms ^olf Course Views 4092 N. Chestnut -lighted Tennis Courts Fresn0 CA 93726 South of Ashland Pools, 2 Spas Next to Blackbeard's fireplaces (209)294-RENT\ (7368) I CATHOLIC STUDENTS ASSOCIATION FREE DINNERS for body and soul. Every Wednesday at SOCIALS 6:30 p.m. FAITH REFLECTIONS Every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. STUDENT MASS Sundays at 8 p.m. St. Paul Newman Center 1572 E. Barstow Ave. (Across from Bulldog Stadium) for more information cill Suzy Ortez it 436-3434 VOLUNTEER TO HELP YOUR COMMUNITY La Posada Home Style Mexican Food Buy one meal at the regular ! price and the second meal is La POSada Home Style Mexican food Hours: Mon-Sat 11:30 am to 9 pm 311 PoUasky Avenue, Clovis, CA 93621 HALF PRICE Not valid with other coupons All Pizzas Only $999T PLUS FREE Breadsticks or Salad i With Coupon & Student I.D. I As* about our Lasagne, H°urs: Calzone & Delicious Sub M-Tff 11 am-10 pm Sandwiches! F-Sun. llam-10:30 pm ' Free Delivery (UmiiedAie.) 292-1100 ^^ lattistas Y\7JL2l hogi<^fe» >yogi Sandwiches & Frozen Yogurt Buy one regular sandwich and a regular drink and get another sandwich of equal or. lesser value FREE. Or buy a medium yogurt and get a second medium yogurt FREE! TWO LOCATIONS On Shaw, across from Herndon & First Fashion Fair by TGIFridays 248-9708 ~- • 438-8968 Shaw location open at Mon.-Thurs. 10 am-10:30 pm 7 am tor breakfast Fri. & Sat. 10 a ASTER COPY J Copy (Full & Self) J Full Color Copies -I Key Duplicating -J Business Cards -1 PC Typesetting -1 Rubber Stamps Q Fax CJ Binding -I Resume □ Padding □ Gift Cards ul Low Prices --1 UPS, Federal Express 3 Airborne Express J Laminating J Office Supplies 3 "Private Mailboxes i-1 Fast & Friendly Service 4974 N. Cedar Ave. (South East Corner of Cedar & Shaw, By Uncle Harry's Bagel Shop) 225-7814 • 225-2219 (FAX) Free Pickup & Delivery (With minimum order of $10) Open Monday- Saturday ^BJVtJGjmSMMDRECElVE UMJtfFONCOPlES. BINDINGS & IMilNATlNGSj
Object Description
Title | 1996_12 Insight December 1996 |
Alternative Title | Insight (California State University, Fresno) |
Publisher | Dept. of Journalism, California State University, Fresno. |
Publication Date | 1996 |
Description | Weekly during the school year. Vol. 1, no. 1 (Oct. 8 1969-v. 29, no. 23 (May 13, 1998, issue. Title from masthead. Merged with Daily collegian. |
Subject | California State University, Fresno -- Periodials |
Contributors | California State University, Fresno Dept. of Journalism |
Coverage | October 8, 1969 - May 13, 1998 |
Format | Microfilm reels, 35mm |
Technical Information | Scanned at 600 dpi, TIFF; Microfilm ScanPro 2000 "E-image data" |
Language | eng |
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Title | 006_Insight Dec 11 1996 p 6 |
Alternative Title | Insight (California State University, Fresno) |
Publication Date | 1996 |
Full-Text-Search | Sports DECEMBER 11. 1996 ■ And what a year it was: looking back on 1996 ■ The 1996 season said hello to some new faces and goodbye to others By Chad Holcomb Staff Writer The 1996 fall semester was one full of memorable moments from an athletic season filled with tears. Tears of joy from winning. Tears of sadness after working so hard and losing. Tears for the end of an era. Tears for the beginning of others just getting started. Each sport played this past fall had its share of pitfalls and triumphs as the season wore on. While the athletes on each Fresno State team may define success a little differently, the one thing they all have within them istf spirit: a feeling of pride that guides them through every game. That pride, as it has for so many years, carries each Fresno Stale Bulldog to a semester's highlights The end of an era The 1996 season saw the end ol" the greatest era. to date, in Fresno State's football program. The university said goodbye to one of the winningesi coaches in college football history. It is hard to say what part of the season was more dramatic: head coach Jim Sweeney announcing his retirement on Oct. 24. or his becoming just one of 16 coaches in history to reach the 200 win plateau after a 41-7 win over Boise State Nov. 2 in front of the home crowd at Bulldog Stadium. Either way, many would agree that there is no more accurate definition of a Bulldog than Jim Sweeney. Filling big shoes The search for a new head football coach that could bring the Bulldogs back into prominence was completed Dec. 3 widi the selection of Pat Hill, a former Bulldogs assistant and most recently an assistant coach for the NFL's Baltimore Ravens. The reigns have been handed over, and some say that Hill could indeed rejuvenate thc Bulldogs to a winning season in 1997. No stranger to success Fierce play under pressure and the sweet taste of victory are second nature to the men's soccer team. Still, two goals within two minutes of one another may have never felt better when the Bulldogs knocked off die No. I - seeded Washington Huskies in die second round of the NCAA playoffs on Dec. I. The 2-1 victory advanced Fresno State into thc NCAA quarterfinals, with the chance to advance into the semifinals once again, a feat not accomplished by Fresno Slate since 1986. Regardless of thc tournament's outcome, thc perseverance and dedication displayed by the 1996 soccer 'Dogs'showed that they are high on the list of legendary Fresno State men's soccer teams. High hopes The men's basketball team entered its second season under head coach Jerry Tarkanian ranked No. 15 in the nation. And as if thai wasn't enough, the Bulldogs have started the season with a 5-0 record, the best start in over a decade for the basketball team. This year's leam is still in the early stages, not yet facing any WAC competition, but could bring back to Fresno an excitement not seen since the 1983 powerhouse team that captured the NIT title — and then some. y Before the season Before they relumed home to embark upon their respective collegiate.seasons, several Bulldogs made a trip to Atlanta to represent their country in the 1996 Summer Olympic Games. Softball player Laura Berg even returned home with gold, as did five other former Fresno State softball players. Baseball player Jeff Weaver, who is only a sophomore collegiatcly, was part of the bronze-winning USA team who also played in Atlanta. Course duo The player/coach relationships on any Bulldog team are usually very close ones. This year, though, the father/son tandem of golf coach Mike Watney and his son, freshman Josh Watney have taken that one step further. The pride in Watney's eyes is not only that of a Bulldog, but that of a father. One for the record books Just one reception separates former Bulldog wide receiver Charlie Jones, who now is on the receiving end of Stan Humphries passes in San Diego, and new career reception holder Brian Roberson. Roberson surpassed Jones (187) widi catch No. 188 on Nov. 23 in thc final game of the season against San Diego State. Jones was on hand to see Roberson's catch. Welcome Fresno State saw the coming of its twentieth varsity sport this year as the women's equestrian team officially kicked off its first season as an official intercollegiate varsity sport. The final of the eight women's sports on campus had been a club sport up until now. Another new sport was also added, that many people don't know about. A diving team was established in conjunction with the swimming program who is currently going strong in the water. It was a semester full of excitement and frustration, wins and losses, comings and goings. However, the more things change, the more they stay the same. As it always is, the season was one of tradition, a tradition of pride and everlasting memo- Insight. Watch for it next year. DJ U.S.U. Information Center DJ I 9^ Services Available BH 1 • Money Orders • Greyhound Bus Tickets • Greyhound Bus Schedules • Fresno Area Express (FAX) Bus passes and schedules • University Lecture Series Tickets • United Artists Theatre Tickets • Event Tickets • FAX machine (Domestic & International) • Postage Stamps •"General Information | • Lost and Found tre Tickets ft Bulldog passports and season tickets General telephone numbers for Faculty and Departments Mazazine & Newspaper Checkouts Fresno Bee & S.F. Chronicle Universal Studios Discount Tickets Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - 7:30 pm Friday 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Saturday 10:00 am-5:00 For More Information Call: 278-2078 Optometric Vision Enhancement And Contact Lens Center Basic Rate For Eye Exams Only S 39 * Contact Lenses * Fashion Eyewear * Myopia Prevention & * Acuvue & Surevuc Management disposables $ 22.50 299-3179 950 Herndon Ave. Suite 101 (At Clovis Ave) Come In And See Us For Price Guarantee On Frame And Lenses T Uvt Music Wednesday thru Sunday DJ Mondays and Tuesdays l**^ Country Dtnce Lesson Sunday and Wednesday 430 Clovis Avenue 299-2597 LARGEST^EL^CTION Lo^estTOeTau^ranteT 10% OFF? BED AND FUTQN OUTLET 2901 N. Blackstone j (Hwy 41 to Shields, Left on Blackstone, 2 Blocks ahead) ' 226-6133 $ 89 Futons $ 169 Water Beds $ 199 Queen Mattress Sets (Also accessories for all above) ""*; ^Vaterbeds and Futons And Bunkbeds And Innerspring <& s4fiantrtte*tt4, Spacious 1&2 Bedrooms ^olf Course Views 4092 N. Chestnut -lighted Tennis Courts Fresn0 CA 93726 South of Ashland Pools, 2 Spas Next to Blackbeard's fireplaces (209)294-RENT\ (7368) I CATHOLIC STUDENTS ASSOCIATION FREE DINNERS for body and soul. Every Wednesday at SOCIALS 6:30 p.m. FAITH REFLECTIONS Every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. STUDENT MASS Sundays at 8 p.m. St. Paul Newman Center 1572 E. Barstow Ave. (Across from Bulldog Stadium) for more information cill Suzy Ortez it 436-3434 VOLUNTEER TO HELP YOUR COMMUNITY La Posada Home Style Mexican Food Buy one meal at the regular ! price and the second meal is La POSada Home Style Mexican food Hours: Mon-Sat 11:30 am to 9 pm 311 PoUasky Avenue, Clovis, CA 93621 HALF PRICE Not valid with other coupons All Pizzas Only $999T PLUS FREE Breadsticks or Salad i With Coupon & Student I.D. I As* about our Lasagne, H°urs: Calzone & Delicious Sub M-Tff 11 am-10 pm Sandwiches! F-Sun. llam-10:30 pm ' Free Delivery (UmiiedAie.) 292-1100 ^^ lattistas Y\7JL2l hogi<^fe» >yogi Sandwiches & Frozen Yogurt Buy one regular sandwich and a regular drink and get another sandwich of equal or. lesser value FREE. Or buy a medium yogurt and get a second medium yogurt FREE! TWO LOCATIONS On Shaw, across from Herndon & First Fashion Fair by TGIFridays 248-9708 ~- • 438-8968 Shaw location open at Mon.-Thurs. 10 am-10:30 pm 7 am tor breakfast Fri. & Sat. 10 a ASTER COPY J Copy (Full & Self) J Full Color Copies -I Key Duplicating -J Business Cards -1 PC Typesetting -1 Rubber Stamps Q Fax CJ Binding -I Resume □ Padding □ Gift Cards ul Low Prices --1 UPS, Federal Express 3 Airborne Express J Laminating J Office Supplies 3 "Private Mailboxes i-1 Fast & Friendly Service 4974 N. Cedar Ave. (South East Corner of Cedar & Shaw, By Uncle Harry's Bagel Shop) 225-7814 • 225-2219 (FAX) Free Pickup & Delivery (With minimum order of $10) Open Monday- Saturday ^BJVtJGjmSMMDRECElVE UMJtfFONCOPlES. BINDINGS & IMilNATlNGSj |