Spring 2009 - Issue 5

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Sports: May 4, 2009

Silversword Athletics Eye the Future

Mike Kasper, Arts & Entertainment Co-Editor

For the Chaminade University athletic program, the 2008-2009 year was one of transition and promises for a fresh future. In particular, the first-time hiring of a full-time athletic director (Bill Villa) brings a sense of newfound dedication in the athletic program, which can hopefully transcend mediocrity and become a beacon of pride within the Chaminade community.

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Show Me The Money

Angel Orozco, Staff Writer

Chaminade University raised close to $100,000 and netted $52,000 (after expenses) through the school’s first annual Athletic Gala that was held on Feb. 6. The gala was held at the Hilton Hawaiian Village in Waikiki.

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Another Solid Season from Women’s Tennis

Arielle Salvador, Sports Editor

The women’s tennis team has improved tremendously since Head Coach Blake Mosley took over last season. They won an impressive nine matches last season, the most wins in the history of the program, which set the bar high for this season.

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NFL Draft Winners and Losers

Dwight Narruhn, Staff Writer

When a team drafts a player, they should draft the best available player who will make an immediate impact. If they don’t select the best players, teams can trade their picks for quality players that will help the team in the long run.

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Fun Run Funds Scholarships

Angel Orozco, Staff Writer

On April 25, more than 70 students, faculty, friends and family participated in the first Annual President Sue 5k Fun Run as part of alumni reunion weekend.  All proceeds went to the Sue Wesselkamper Endowed Scholarship Fund.

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The Case for Flag Football

Anatol v. Zitzewitz, Staff Writer

Chaminade’s most competitive and exciting sport event may be flag football. That’s right, flag football. Not golf, not softball, not soccer, maybe volleyball or basketball, and definitely not tennis.

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