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Search for USM president kicks off Tyler Hill News Editor The search is on to find the next president of the University of Southern Mississippi, and Institutions of Higher Learning has found an interesting way to narrow the search. Members of the Board Search Committee will hear from constituency groups in Campus Listening Sessions on Wednesday. Listening sessions will begin at 7:30 a.m. and conclude at 11:30 a.m. at the Hattiesburg campus. The Gulf Coast campus will also hold sessions from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m. While the listening sessions
will be open to the general public, each session will focus on a specific group, which, in turn, will focus on certain qualities and qualifications for the next president. Robin Robinson, chair of the Board Search Committee, was quoted in the IHL press release. “Everyone is welcome to attend any session and stay for as many sessions as they would like,” Robinson said. “The Board has designated specific times for each group to ensure that all voices have an opportunity to be heard, but the sessions are not limited only to those in that particular group. We hope to have great participation from all facets of the campus community.”
The process used to find the next president is one that involves not only faculty, staff, students and alumni, but also the Hattiesburg community. According to Interim President Aubrey K. Lucas, the process being deployed is effective. A national consultant has been employed to assist the search by conducting consulting groups, which is taking place this week. These groups will help decide what kind of president is desired for the university. Once the information is gathered, the consultants will advertise that the position is open, at which point the applications will be separated according to qualifications.
Candidates are required to have earned a doctorate degree. Once the applications have been narrowed down consisting of three to five candidates, the remaining applicants will be interviewed by the board. After the interviews are completed, the board will choose a “preferred candidate.” That candidate will visit Southern Miss for one full day, where the press, faculty, staff, students, alumni and the public can meet and evaluate the applicant. Finally, the board will make its decision based on the opinions of all parties; if the report is positive, the candidate will be elected as president. “It’s a great process,” Lucas
said. “We are hoping this process will be completed January 1.” State Representative Toby Barker, who serves Forrest and Lamar counties, said students should take advantage of this opportunity and help with the process. “As someone who participated in the presidential search as a student ten years ago, I urge every student to take ownership in this very important chapter in our university’s story,” Barker said. Faculty, staff and students’ listening sessions will be webcast. For the full schedule, visit the IHL News section of mississippi.edu.
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Seymour enters the MakeA-Wish fundraiser breakfast with Make-A-Wish child Moriah flanked by Southern Miss Dixie Darlings on Saturday morning at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Moriah, a 10-yearold, suffers from myopathy, a muscular disorder, and had her wish granted with a trip to Disney World. Her trip was paid for with a portion of the proceeds from Chi Omega Songfest on December 2, 2011. At the breakfast, Moriah was also informed that she had been chosen to help judge Songfest 2012 to be held later in the semester.
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Mark Your Planner 18 19 20 21 22 11 a.m. Phi Kappa Tau Blood Drive Phi Kappa Tau House
11 a.m. Disney College Program Interest Table TCC Lobby
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11 a.m. Disney College Program Interest Table TCC Lobby
11 a.m. Kappa Alpha Psi Clothing Drive Union Lobby
11:45 a.m. USM Wesley Foundation Free Lunch Wesley Building
12 p.m. The Southern Yearbook Pre-Sale TCC Lobby
11 a.m. Speak Southern Miss Meet and Greet Library Plaza
12 p.m. The Southerner Yearbook Pre-Sale TCC Lobby
7 p.m. IFC Recruitment Intramural Parking Lot
11 a.m. USM Men’s Rugby Recruitment Table TCC Atrium
12 p.m. Disney College Program Information Session Owens McQuagge Hall 100
8 p.m. USM Wesley Foundation Refuge Worship Service USM Wesley Building
6 p.m. Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Interest Meeting TCC Ballroom 3
11 a.m. Kappa Alpha Psi Clothing Drive Union Lobby
All Day IFC Bid Day
7 p.m. R.U.F. Large Group Bible Study Stout Hall Room B
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ON CAMPUS
Study abroad still popular among students Arielle Edwards Printz Writer People learn in different ways; some do best sitting at a desk, while others thrive in a more tangible learning environment. For many students each year, the term “field trip” takes on a whole new meaning as they travel across the world with the study abroad program at the University of Southern Mississippi. The study abroad program at USM enables students to get out of the classroom and get a hands-on experience while simultaneously being in an educational environment. “It was such a great experience and a wonderful opportunity that I know I couldn’t have experienced anywhere else,” said Rebekah Segraves, a junior marketing major who went to London over the summer to take six credit hours. “I didn’t know very many people that went, but spending a summer together really helps you get to know them while also learning the history of a wonderful place.”
To ensure that every student has options that they could enjoy, a variety of programs are offered. One option is a short-term program, which lasts from one to five weeks and offers four to six hours of credit. Most of these programs are available during the summer, but some are also offered in the winter and during spring break. Another option is a semester program, which includes the Abbey and Granada programs. These offer 12 to 15 hours of credit over a period of three months in France and Spain, respectively. These programs are very similar to the exchange programs. However, in the exchange program a student may spend a semester or academic year at another university and earn school credit at USM. Other programs, such as affiliate programs and student teaching programs, are also available. According to the USM website, assistant professor Kristy
Halverson has spent a major part of her academic career studying biology. She said she was inspired by her several trips around the country to offer a study abroad course. “I’ve been given the opportunity to take up to fourteen students with me to explore the Emerald Isle and learn firsthand about the local biodiversity and conservation efforts,” Halverson said. Study abroad is not only a great learning experience but also gives students opportunities to be surrounded by another culture while learning. After all, the programs are centered on making students feel as though they belong. They do this by encouraging interaction with the students and locals. To learn more about studying abroad, contact the International Center at 601-266-4344 or visit www.usm.edu/study-abroad.
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RIGHT: Students in the art photography class of the British Studies Program spend an evening beneath the Eiffel Tower during their class trip to Paris, France in July 2012.
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Campus heart walk scheduled for weekend Arielle Edwards Printz Writer The University of Southern Mississippi will host its annual Heart Walk on Saturday. The event will begin at 7:30 a.m. on Pride Field, and the walk will start at 9 a.m. The American Heart Association works to prevent, treat and defeat strokes,
heart disease and other cardiovascular diseases. According to the American Heart Association website, these diseases are the United States’ number one and number four killers and claim over 800,000 American lives a year. The mission of the AHA is to build healthier lives free of cardiovascular diseases. A 10-year goal was set to minimize coronary heart disease, stroke and
other diseases by 25 percent by 2010. With this goal accomplished, an even greater one has taken its place. “This new goal looks beyond helping people reduce their risk of heart disease and stroke by focusing on helping them build stronger health and a better quality of life,” according to the AHA website. The money raised by the association impacts several fami-
lies by improving patient care, advocating for better health, reaching out to populations at risk, raising awareness, protecting the future and educating Americans. The walk is routed to be a total of 3.1 miles around the USM campus, and over 3,000 Hattiesburg area residents are expected to join the Heart Walk to help raise money to fight these diseases. Each of the colleges at
USM has an ongoing competition to see which college can raise the most money. The dean who raises the least amount has to kiss Oliver, a piggy bank. The total event goal is to raise $164,000. For more information or to get involved, contact Heather Collins at 228-604-5310 or by email at heather.p.collins@ heart.org.
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Southern Miss sophomore wide receiver Chris Briggs receives a pass during the game against East Carolina on Saturday.
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GREEK LIFE
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
Fraternity Bid Day to be held Saturday IFC aims to sign 200 new members Storms Speaks Chief Copy Editor
Tonight, the Interfraternity Council at Southern Miss will host “Fraternity Row Night”, an openhouse event for any men on campus interested in Greek Life. The event, which will begin at 7 p.m. at the intramurals parking lot on Fraternity Row across from the Kappa Sigma house, will give anyone interested the chance to meet members in all 10 fraternities on campus (Alpha Tau Omega, Delta Tau Delta, Kappa Sigma, Phi Kappa Tau, Pi Kappa Alpha, Pi Kappa Phi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Sigma Chi, Sigma Nu and Sigma Phi Epsilon). This event will serve as a conduit to get to know the fraternities on campus. The week will conclude with bid day festivities on Saturday, when new members receive invitations, or bids, to join a chapter. Earlier this month, IFC hosted a “Coat and Tie Affair” in which members of the fraternal community at USM shared their experiences in Greek Life. The rush chairmen from each chapter were also present to answer questions about their fraternities. As with College Panhellenic Council recruitment earlier this month, growth of the Greek community is expected. “I am very optimistic about recruitment this year,” Assistant Dean of Greek Life Josh Schutts said. “Panhellenic was as strong as it was last year. I have no reason to believe the IFC men will not experience the same success. All indicators point to another solid year of recruitment for our Greek community.” Schutts anticipates that over 200 men will become fraternity members by the time the fall semester concludes. Over the past few years, fraternity recruitment has shifted from a structured, formal recruitment process to a more relaxed, “semi-formal” process. IFC expects the fraternities to recruit new members during the summer, with bids to be signed on a
Freshman Tyler Kinstle signs his bid for Phi Kappa Tau fraternity. Men were able to sign bids beginning Sept. 5.
specific date, according to IFC president Keenan Dollar. However,
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a significant growth in bids signed. In 2009, 98 men signed bids while the formal recruitment system was in place. Last year, with the informal system, 220 men signed bids. “Numbers are looking up, morale is up, grades are up, so everything is in our favor to do well with recruitment,” Dollar said. “It’s only getting better. We’re possibly getting new fraternity houses; that’s only going to add to the prestige and newness and the want to be Greek.” “We really maximized our efforts in recruitment this year,” Mississippi Gamma chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon Vice President of Recruitment Hunter
All indicators point to another solid year of recruitment for our Greek community.
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Dean of Greek Life Josh Schutts bids could be signed starting Sept. 5 in order to help recruit members through the official bid day. Dollar said this new system has generated
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Easterling said. “The fraternity is at a pivotal point where we are fully capable of acquiring thirty-plus quality new members this year and also being able to ensure they are shaped and molded into balanced men. With our seniors being so well trained by our national fraternity, they will be able to pass down their knowledge so that SigEp will continue to grow and our members will always strive for excellence.” Both Dollar and Schutts believe Greek Life enhances the college experience and provides opportunities beyond graduation. “I think there are a number of benefits to a student who chooses fraternity life,” Schutts said. “These are social organizations, so the ‘fun’ aspect is certainly pres-
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ent. Moreover, fraternity life isn’t about conforming and losing your identity. It’s about networking, developing your skills and personal leadership capacities, challenging your perspective, managing your life and making difficult choices. It’s about accountability and being a better version of yourself each and every day.” Currently, there are approximately 500 fraternity members at USM. As of Monday afternoon, approximately 120 bids had been signed. Men interested in joining a fraternity must be enrolled in twelve credit hours of classes and have at least a 2.6 grade point average in order to sign a bid. For more information, contact the Office of Greek Life at 601-266-4823.
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Arts & Entertainment
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PREVIEW
Best of: Fall television preview Caitlin Seale Printz Writer
It’s about to be that time of year again—fall. While the weather doesn’t really seem like it is going to be reflecting the season change any time soon, the fall TV lineup provides a reason to chill inside. Which shows should show up on the entertainment radar? Grab the remote and put off studying for that statistics test for just a few more hours. It is time for some mindless entertainment. Happy watching!
“Elementary”
“X-Factor” and “The Voice”
Two reality singing competitions will be vying this year for audiences’ attention. “The Voice” is starting up season three, while Simon Cowell’s brainchild, “X-Factor”, is kicking off season two with a new slate of judges. Simon and L.A. Reid are returning for round two with judging newbies Demi Lovato and Britney Spears adding their sassy flair to the mix. Don’t have time for both? “The Voice” has Adam Levine.
The classic Sherlock Holmes story is getting a modern twist in this new series on CBS. Twist one: Holmes has decided to cross the pond to New York City to start a new life as a consultant for NYPD instead of Scotland Yard. Change two: Watson is a lady, and not just any lady — she is Lucy Liu. However, all the deducing, obsessing and Sherlock qualities characteristic of the iconic figure will be present in the new adaptation. Break out the magnifying glass and deerstalkers, the classic Holmes hat.
“The New Normal”
Step aside, “Glee;” Ryan Murphy has a new series up his sleeve. “The New Normal” focuses on a new kind of family as partners Bryan and David decide that they are ready to add a new member to their happy household. The couple meets Goldie, who has recently moved to Los Angeles with her eight-year-old daughter Shania, and the single mom decides to become a surrogate mother for the two. This show has been compared to the ABC comedy “Modern Family,” so it may be worth a watch.
“The Walking Dead”
The zombie thriller series “The Walking Dead” will return for its third season this year. The series, based on the comic written by Robert Kirkman, focuses on a group of living who ban together to ride out a zombie epidemic. Season three returns to answer unsolved questions regarding the cloaked figure that saved Andrea and the eerie prison at the close of last season. Get ready for more guts and gore and tune in Oct. 14 to see what is waiting for Rick and the rest of the gang.
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Hey vote for Jobina Khoo for graduate maid!!! On September 25th and 27th, Vote CONNOR KNOX for MR. SOUTHERN MISS! “Knox To The Top, baby!” Much Love, C-Baby Booing your own freshman quarterback on his first home game of his college career? Come on Southern Miss, have some class. Anthony Alford, I just wanna give you a hug. You’ll have better days! Happy birthday to the awesome french man who is always sitting in Starbucks. All your friends in Europe are missing you! Eat fried chickens, drink water-beers... just party hard for us! xxx Seriously? Booing your freshman quarterback at his first home game was inexcusable. I wanted to throw up. Where is all the class that you claim to have? Show some support. Stop being idiots. Future Black Law Students wants to see YOU Thursdays at 5 in Union Hall of Honors! The fact that Southern Miss students booed their freshman quarterback at the first home of his college career is disgusting. Even if he wasn’t having his best game, that is absolutely no excuse to boo him on the field. Anyone who claims to have any class at all should be ashamed, and I’m ashamed that I go to school with such a bunch of idiots.
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Alan Rawls Printz Writer During the last week, the United States has witnessed many Middle Eastern nations protest against our freedomloving country. Protesters in Lebanon set a Kentucky Fried Chicken on fire. Massive demonstrations were organized. Last Tuesday evening, U.S. ambassador Chris Stevens and three other diplomats were killed in Benghazi, Libya. And the list goes on. What instigated this antiAmerican hatred? The answer is a YouTube video. Such individuals as Sam Bacile, an unknown producer who is using “Bacile” as a pseudonym, put together the lowbudget anti-Islamic film “Innocence of Muslims” and had the trailers uploaded to YouTube in July 2012. While the film’s producers had a field day manipulating their First Amendment rights to ridicule Muslims and Mohammad, the Egyptian TV station Al-Nas TV broad-
cast the video on Sept. 8, giving some Arabs a reason to be ticked off. Extremist politicians used the video to gain support for their parties, and in places like Libya, innocent people faced the consequences of such Internet irresponsibility. Should Nakoula and Bacile have made such a vulgar film? Probably not. If the film really was financed by more than 100 Jewish donors, then I would have expected the screenplay to have better quality, but the film was disgusting. I am a Christian, but I do not understand why anyone has to create a film that antagonizes people of another faith. That is not what is important. What is important is that the Middle Eastern peoples would have never known such a film was made had it not been for one thing: the Internet. What people fail to realize is that the Internet is a public space. Once you post something, anyone can find it, and sometimes what you post can have serious consequences. Google “controversial tweets” or “controversial posts” and you will see what I mean. Athletes have entertained us for years with their tweets from locker rooms and sidelines (just ask
Chad Ochocinco how big a fine he had to pay). Celebrities tweet dumb things, too. People constantly post tweets without considering the repercussions. The Chick-Fil-A controversy was fuelled by the Internet. Anything a person says, whether in an interview, like Dan Cathy, or blog post, could end up circulating on the Internet and igniting protests. Some people, like the man who harassed a Chick-Fil-A employee over gay rights, lose their jobs because of what they say online. Canada has its moments too – Rogers Communications let go broadcaster Damian Goddard over anti-gay tweets. Worse yet, though, is Facebook, a dangerous ground to tread. Brandon Raub, a former U.S. Marine from Virginia, was arrested in August for alleged anti-government Facebook posts. The FBI treated him as a terrorist. What we need to learn is what I call “online responsibility” – thinking before posting. The next time you are on a social media site or blogging, think twice before you hit “enter.” You never know who might unearth your post and make a big deal out of it.
This was an article of opinion by Alan Rawls, a writer for The Student Printz. Email questions or comments to alan.rawls@eagles. usm.edu.
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SOCCER
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Lady Eagles continue home winning streak Alan Rawls Printz Writer The Southern Miss women’s soccer team (3-3-1) triumphed 2-0 at home Friday with a shutout against the Arkansas State Red Wolves (5-3). The match was not only physically but also unusually hot. Jordan Wagner, senior midfielder/ forward from Geneseo, Ill., said the heat was the biggest challenge for the team. “It was really cool this week in practice, so feeling like we couldn’t breathe was kind of hard, especially for a full ninety minutes,” Wagner said. “It was rough.” The crowd, however, watched the game comfortably from the shade. Red Wolves and Eagles
fans alike saw a very aggressive non-conference game that ultimately resulted in a big win for Southern Miss. The win also saw no injuries. “I wanted to see if we could get through our last non-conference game healthy,” said Scott Ebke, head coach. “Health is one of the rigors of the season, and we definitely came away from the game healthy, which is important for us.” Junior forward Danica Roberts explained that health had been emphasized throughout the last week. “We had weights twice this week and worked hard to get strong for this day, and in practice we focused on staying hydrated and healthy,” Roberts said. Not only did the Lady Eagles
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Scores from C-USA Saturday East Carolina 24 at Southern Miss 14 Nicholls State 16 at Tulsa 66 FIU 20 at UCF 33 New Mexico State 28 at UTEP 41 Ohio 27 at Marshall 24 Middle Tennessee 48 at Memphis 30 Rice 37 at Louisiana Tech 56, UAB 6 at (8) South Carolina 49 Texas A&M 48 at SMU 3 Houston 6 at (22) UCLA 37
come out healthy, they came out with big saves and even bigger scores. Red-shirt junior Lindsey Schwaner had six saves, and the rest of the Eagle defense stopped other Red Wolves opportunities dead in their tracks. “Our defense played great today,” Wagner said. O f f e n s i v e l y, Roberts scored a goal in the thirtieth minute. To top that, seniors Wagner and Kristen Windecker assisted Chris Little/Printz the other junior Sophomore midfielder Missy Wentz goes head to head with an Arkansas State forward Chelsea defender during the soccer game played on Friday. The Lady Eagles shut the Red Cruthirds with a Wolves out 2-0. goal in the 74th prepare as best we can.” home game will be Friday, Sept. minute of the match. As athletic as UAB may be, 28 against Rice. With such a big win in the the school will be coming off a team’s last non-conference game, disappointing loss to Florida Atthe Lady Eagles are preparing to lantic University last Sunday. FAU focus on playing UAB Friday. had a 20-11 shot advantage over “It’s a physical game all the UAB, and though the Blazers had way through,” Ebke said. “They’re a comeback bid later in the game, a very talented team. They move they lost 4-3, bringing their rethe ball around, they’re athletic, cord to 1-7. they’re fast and have a good goalSouthern Miss and UAB will keeper. We’re just going to have to play at 7 p.m. Friday, and the next
VOLLEYBALL
Volleyball ends non-conference play with rough weekend away Ben Welch Sports Editor
Southern Miss Sports: Upcoming Games 09/21/11 7:00 p.m. Volleyball vs. Tulane Hattiesburg, Miss. 7:00 p.m. Soccer @ UAB Birmingham, AL 09/22/11 All Day Cross Country - Screaming Eagle 5K Festival Hattiesburg, Miss. 6:00 p.m. Football @ Western Kentucky Bowling Green, KY 09/23/11 1:00 p.m. Volleyball vs. Memphis Memphis, TN 1:00 p.m. Soccer @ Memphis Memphis, TN
The Lady Eagles left the UT Arlington Tournament last weekend after going 2-1 and feeling confident. However, this weekend’s trip to Texas was not as pleasant. After sweeping Robert Morris on Friday, the Golden Eagles dropped both matches on Saturday to Northwestern State and Stephen F. Austin to fall to 4-8 on the season. Southern Miss opened the Chilly Filmore’s Invitational against the Colonials of Robert Morris. Senior Halie Ecker recorded 16 kills while sophomore Kristin Fleming out-assisted the Colonials with 34 on the way to a 25-16, 25-19, 25-17 sweep. The victory pushed the Eagles’ winning streak to a season-high three games.
The Lady Eagles faced the Lady Demons of Northwestern State for the second time in as many weekends. The Demons got the best of Southern again, taking a 3-1 match victory. Sophomores Mackenzie Neely and Emily Sweet again tortured the Lady Eagles with 13 kills and 39 assists, respectively. The first set saw an amazing 18 ties and seven lead changes before the Eagles fell 25-27. They pulled through the second set with a 25-19 victory but failed to lead in the final two sets, falling 1825 and 12-25. The Lady Eagles looked to salvage the weekend when they faced the Ladyjacks of Stephen F. Austin on Saturday night. Freshman Lydia Bonner turned in 14 kills, and Fleming kept her season rolling with 40 assists, but it was not enough as the Eagles fell 25-27, 16-25, 25-23, 20-25.
The Chilly Fillmore’s Tournament closed out a disappointing non-conference schedule for Southern Miss. The young Eagles experienced some highs and lows and their fair share of growing pains to start the season. They will return to Reed Green Coliseum Friday night for the first time in almost a month to start conference play. Southern Miss will host Tulane (3-9) Friday at 7 p.m.
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football
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
Eagles flutter late, fall to Pirates Ben Welch Sports Editor
Last Monday, head football coach Ellis Johnson stressed how important it was to not start the season in a 0-2 hole. On Saturday, the Golden Eagles dug that hole. East Carolina ruined the home opener for Johnson and the Eagles in both teams’ conference opener. Southern Miss out-gained the Pirates by nearly 100 yards and ran 18 more plays, yet were outscored 21-7 in the second half due to numerous miscues. Because of the “Fill it To The Top” campaign, The Rock was rocking to a crowd of more than 34,400. The Eagles forced a three-and-out on the Pirates’ opening possession and then drove 70 yards in nine plays to take an early 7-0 lead. The drive was capped by freshman Anthony Alford’s first collegiate touchdown in his first collegiate start. After the hot start, Southern Miss’s offense finished the first half with six straight punts, five of which came after three-and-outs. Neither teams’ offense seemed to find rhythm as the defenses held them in check. East Carolina punted seven times in the first half before closing with a field goal to cut the lead down to 7-3. Everything came apart for the Golden Eagles in the third quarter.
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Freshman quarterback Anthony Alford narrowly avoids two ECU defenders during the Golden Eagles’ home opener played on Saturday.
Their four third-quarter possessions all ended in turnovers, which East Carolina turned into a missed field goal and three touchdowns. Alford’s day was done after his fumble was recovered and returned for a touchdown late in the third quarter. Red-shirt junior Chris Campbell
replaced Alford with just more than a minute left in the third quarter. His first drive went eight plays and ended in a touchdown to cut ECU’s lead to 24-14. Momentum turned back in Southern Miss’s favor, but a huge drop killed the following drive and all of the momentum. The Eagles got
little else going the rest of the game, falling to 0-2 on the season and 0-1 in conference play. Campbell finished the day 11 of 21 with 145 yards and a touchdown while Alford went 6 of 14 for 88 yards with an interception and a rushing touchdown. Johnson promised to
look at the film before making a decision, but the tone of the post-game press conference sounded like Alford would get the next start. Defensively, the Eagles only allowed the Pirates to gain 228 yards of total offense and 171 yards through the air. Most of the damage was done on a 55-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Shane Carden to Justin Hardy. “I thought they played competitively, and I didn’t see that at Nebraska,” Johnson said of his defense. “We got some good players that are young. I thought they stepped up today and got some critical stops on third down, and I thought they made some really good plays.” Senior Tracey Lampley touched the ball a total of five times: two in the running game, two receptions, and one kickoff return. He accounted for 73 yards with those five touches, which is an average of 14.6 yards per touch. The Eagles went for it on fourth down three times, converting one, while attempting zero field goals. Southern Miss’s next game is in Bowling Green, Ky. against Western Kentucky. The Hilltoppers are coming off an upset win over the University of Kentucky and currently boast a 2-1 overall record.