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aimmmiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiiiiiiteimiimiiimiiiiasiiis sports Page 14 January 18, 1982 Instability, inside moves tarnish A&M’s reputation TANK MCNAMARA ^A/nu TOE ^UPER BOWL NEARIN&, THE S-TAR QUARTER&6CK 9T1LL- REFU'tK’ ON PRINCIPLE TO FW Hie* PLAVER9' A^OCIATiON UNION PUK?... It’s just like a chess game. The key factors are manipulation, strategy and thought. The pawns don’t have much choice as to where they move — they just do it. In this game, Texas A&M officials lose. But at least they do what they’re told, even if it means bringing chaos to what once had been described as a school with a calm, secure atmosphere. During the events of the past few days, three points have surfaced. First of all, the current search for an athletic director/head coach has severely damaged Texas A&M’s football recruiting chances. And the entire affair has brought out an instability present in the University, as well as a lack of com munication among its officials. It’s insane to think that, after witnessing the instability and confusion surrounding Texas A&M, a high school football pros pect would consider the University near the top of his list of choices. When recruits see a coach they admire being treated the way Texas A&M Head Coach Tom Wilson has been during the past few days, they lose faith in the school and the athletic department. But never mind high school prospects — they’re not that important. As a result of Texas A&M System Board of Regents Chairman H.R. “Bum” Bright’s latest pocket-jingling manuevers, the Uni versity has reached a point of total instabil ity and structural disarray. Furthermore, frank I. christlieb his efforts to attract a big-name athletic director/football coach may have made Texas A&M the most unattractive school in the nation for high school athletes with notions of playing college football. Could it be that Bright, who has insisted that a new athletic director is his one desire, doesn’t realize that his actions are having such a drastic effect on Texas A&M? What ever the case, the events involving Bo Schembechler’s rejection of a contract, as well as the current dealings involving other prospects for the post(s) may have done irreparable damage to the reputation of the University and its Athletic Department. Action must be taken by University offi cials to correct the current deterioration, which began with former AD Marvin Tate’s forced resignation Sept. 24. Never mind the consequences —just return some semblance of order to the once-smooth operation of the University. Darkness has enshrouded Texas A&M, where officials are no longer aware of occurrences within their departments, and the authority which once rested in their hands no longer exists. Or rather it exists, but has merely changed hands. Texas A&M officials shouldn’t be kept in the dark about activities involving the Uni versity. But at the current rate, it may take more than a miracle to restore light to this muddled situation. Although Wilson knew during the past season that the ground beneath his feet might shift rapidly and without warning, he received a late “vote of confidence” from University President Frank E. Van diver. The case was closed, and the final year on Wilson’s contract seemed safe. If that’s the case, why the secrecy about his status now? Everyone but Wilson seems to know where he stands, and no one, be it Bright, Vandiver or whoever, will face him and offer an explanation. Obviously, there’s a lack of communica tion present, and this needs to done away with as quickly as the lack of stability. But it’s unknown who would be daring enough to step forward and begin such a restora tion of former high principles. Whatever the next move, the game had better end quickly, or some of the pawns may decide to move to more secure sur roundings. Aggie Ladies lose to Lamar as th Rebounding, or rather a lack of rebounding, proved to be a cru cial factor in the Texas A&M women’s basketball team’s loss to the Lamar Cardinals Saturday night. The Aggie Ladies, 4-11, dropped the 11th of their last 12 games, losing by a 69-65 margin. Coach Cherri Rapp attributed the loss to Texas A&M’s poor performance on the boards, where they were outrebounded 48-32. The game was the Aggie Ladies’ eighth on the road for the season, and the lack of a home crowd really has an effect on the team’s play, Rapp said. Inexperience has played a major role in the team’s down fall this season, Rapp added. Only one starter from last year’s 7-22 squad, guard Kelley Sulli van, returned. Sullivan, who leads all scorers for the Aggies, had a team-high 15 points against Lamar, rai her season total to over 2( SMU list loses, gains ! head coach prospects Ig United Press International DALLAS — Southern Methodist University’s hopes for a quick end to its search for a new football coach hit a snag during the weekend with deci sions by the school’s top three prospects to stay where they were. Chief among them was Dallas Cowboys’ assistant coach John Mackovic, who apparently had all but decided to take the job only to be talked out of it by Coach Tom Landry and club president Tex Schramm. The new SMU list reportedly contains the names of Donnie Duncan of Iowa State, Bobby Collins of Southern Mississippi, A1 Kinkaid of Wyoming and Ho ward Tippett, an assistant on the staff of John McKay at Tampa Bay. 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Texas Ave. BREAKFAST EVERY MORNING At Manor East Mall IM Game Plan BASKETBALL ENTRIES OPEN: If you missed the entry deadline for basketball in December, don’t despair. Late en tries are being accepted in the Intramurals Office, 159 East Kyle, through Wednesday, January 20. Stop by the office before then and get your team signed up! PLAY BEGINS: Intramural Basketball action starts this Wednesday, January 20. Team Captains are encouraged to double check their schedules and remind team members to avoid a forfeit. EXTRAMURAL MEETING: The January Sports Club meeting will be held Tuesday, January 19 at 6:30 p.m. is expected to send a representative. INTRAMURAL OFFICIALS: Basketball officials are still needed for the 1982 season, so if you’re interested in working part-time, stop by the Intramural Office today and talk to Dave Kerr. No experience is necessary, as training is provided. Also, softball umpires will be needed soon. The first softball clinic is set for February 1. ID CHECKERS MEETING: There will be a meeting Wednesday, January 20 at 5:00 p.m. for all Intramural ID checkers. ■ v , ■ . Volleyball Tri ples is just one of the many in tramural ac tivities offered this spring. Sign up in the Intra mural Office, 159 East Kyle. Basketball Court Reservations Beginning Friday, January 22, it will be possible to reserve a basketball court in the G. Rollie White annex for free play or practice. Six half courts will be available on the hour on Fridays from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. and on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. A reservation can be made by calling (845-2624) or coming in to the East Kyle Check Out room no more than 24 hours in advance. Reservations will be taken in order, one per phone call just as other court reservations. Persons with basketball court reservations must check in with the East Kyle check out personnel to claim their reservation and receive a form verifying the court number, time, and date. This form must be kept during playing time and presented upon demand to the building supervisor who will resolve any conflicts. The basketball court reservation system is a service intended to provide equal opportunities for court time. As with the rest of our services, any comments or suggestions for improvements of the system are welcome. Spring Intramural Calendar I Regular Hours Resume Intramurals rebound back into action this semester begin ning with basketball, which starts Wednesday. There’s still room left for a few more teams, on the intramural calendar. To enter any activity, just stop by the Intramural Office in room 159 East Kyle. For further information j about these and other Intramu- | ral-recreational sports pro- I grams, call 845-7826. Regular hours for recreational facilities in East Kyle, G. Rollie White, and DeWare will resume today. FACILITY HOURS East Kyle and G. Rollie White Mon. - Fri. It’s time to start practicing for the Free Throw Contest. Entries open next Monday. -v- the Intramural office through (P) Basketball ****** Jan. 20 Wednesday. Free Throw Jan. 25 Feb. 2 But basketball is just one of Team Bowling Jan. 25 Feb. 2 the many sports offered this (P) Racquetball Singles Feb. 1 Feb. 9 semester by the Intramural- (P) Slow Pitch Softball Feb. 1 Feb. 9 Recreational Sports Depart- (P) Table Tennis Singles Feb. 8 Feb. 16 ment. Registration begins next (P) Tennis Doubles Feb. 15 Feb. 23 Monday for Team Bowling and Wrestling Feb. 15 Feb. 23 the Free Throw Contest. Other Horseshoe Doubles Feb. 22 Mar. 2 activities include team sports. Frisbee Feb. 22 Mar. 2 individual and dual tourna- Slain Dunk Mar. 1 Mar. 9 ments, and a variety of special Innertube Water Polo Mar. 1 Mar. 9 events. Water Polo Mar. 1 Mar. 9 In all sports, different classes Badminton Doubles Mar. 1 Mar. 9 are offered to accommodate all Penberthy Celebration Mar. 1 Mar. 23 skill levels. The highly skilled Volleyball Triples Mar. 8 Mar. 23 player may choose to compete (P) Track & Field Mar. 22 Mar. 30 in Class A, and those moder- (P) Handball Doubles Mar. 22 Mar. 30 ately skilled will enjoy Class B. (P) Golf Doubles Mar. 22 Mar. 30 Individuals who just wish to Archery (Sgls. & Dbls.) Mar. 29 Apr. 6 play for fun should enter the Superstars Mar. 29 Apr. 6 recreational Class C. Canoe Race Apr. 5 Apr. 13 So, whatever your prefer- Steak Fry May 6 * * :je * * * ence or skill level, you should find something to do this spring (P) Indicates sports which may Dorm teams. be entered for points by Corps Sat. & Sun. DeWare Fieldhouse Mon. - Fri. Noon 4 p.m. 8 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - 12:00 p.m. - 12:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. 4:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m - 11:00 p.m Sat. & Sun. Racquetball/Handball Courts Available for reservations during East Kyle and DeWare open hours. Please call 845-2624 for reservations. (24 hours in advance) Tennis Courts Mon. - Fri. Sat. & Sun. Weight Room Mon. - Fri. 5:00 Sat. & Sun. Pool Hours Mon. - Fri. Tue. & Thur. Mon. & Wed. Sat. & Sun. 5:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m 10:00 p.m 11:00 a.m. - p.m. - 10:00 2:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m p.m 7:00 p.m Noon 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m 10:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m 5:00 p.m Acknowledgements McDonald’s® Intramural Highlights is sponsored each Monday in the Battalion by your local McDonald’s Restau rants at University Drive Manor East Mall and Texas Av 0 by Although "exas A& ihown on Ipcrcentag th Ian is de: bllment few years, The Sy stablishe' proposed jprescribei 'planned mem, fin minoritie: For Te fically, tl more bla jhispanic i enrolled t In a y< lalis: 1 135 mon eni and 2701 more bla for 1984 :0 mon To he M Stud Iseven-d, their It jp.m.ift Mea I and We on the i |and7:(] Meal i a.i Ibetwee: Frid I their m til 4:30