Recyling for the Better

Recently I became aware about the lack of recycling that takes place on the campus of IPFW. It would be easy to spout off a bunch of words about the problems with campus recycling, but I would rather take a different approach. As this is a blog that is mainly focused on the accomplishments of area athletes I have to think there are at least a few area kids that could use some recycled sports equipment.

It may be a small start, but saving some old bats, gloves, or golf clubs from a landfill could sure make some sort of difference.

Fort Wayne Parks and Rec offers many classes throughout the year for junior golf lessons, softball, baseball, and swimming. If you are interested in making a donation to the Fort Wayne Parks and Rec department there address is 705 E. State Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN 46805.

Just think those clubs you have no use for anymore could be put in the hands of a child who could be a future star, and not to mention you’ll be going a little “green”.

Norwell's Phenom

Happy Opening Day everyone! Every spring there is a sense of excitement in the air as the baseball season it set to begin. This season is a special season for a former Norwell High School standout, Jarrod Parker.

Jarrod has been a favorite subject of local sports writers as they hope to see Jarrod pitch in the major leagues this season.

Even though Jarrod is recovering from Tommy John elbow surgery, Jarrod is still considered to be the Arizona Diamondbacks top prospect. Still only 22, he most certainly has a ton of upside. We hope to see Jarrod in the Majors soon.

Duke Out...Butler Continues

It was not much longer than a year ago when the powerhouse Duke beat the little underdog Butler for the 2010 NCAA National Championship. Last night’s games were able to act as almost a flashback to that April night a year ago. I found myself in the same frame of mind as if I were back in Indy watching Duke play Butler.

I have to admit, I’ve never been a fan of either team. Duke just reminds me of a bunch of over privileged frat boys, and Butler has always been an after though when it comes to basketball in Indiana. Last season changed everything, well not in Duke’s case, but Butler sure has won over a lot of fans in the Hoosier state.

Although Duke and Butler were not playing each other last night, both games were on at the same time. I kept flipping back to one game, and then back to the other. There were times I was stuck between stations, caught in a commercial haze, wondering if it was all real. Does Butler really have a chance to pull off another upset? Is Duke really done?

I was at the game last year, and after Butler lost there was calm over the crowd. It felt as if Duke had a strangle hold over Indianapolis. Well last night the strangle hold was lifted. Butler is alive and kicking, and well Duke, you lost to a 5 seed.

I really hope that guy saw last night's game.

What to Watch this Weekend

The NCAA tournament is here and there are some Summit City All Stars to Look for.
Friday 4:30

Ohio State v UTSA

Deshaun Thomas, former Bishop Luers and Indiana Mr. Basketball star looks to extend Ohio States tournament run.

Duke v Hampton

Mason and Miles Plumlee

Although not technically by definition Summit City All Stars these Two brothers from Warsaw add a little northern Indiana flavor to the mix this weekend.

Andy Bayer is Still Running Fast, Faster than Everyone

To say Andy Bayer is fast may be an understatement. In high school, you may remember Bayer took home a 2007 state title in the mile race for Leo.

Since winning state, and taking home local area Runner of the Year awards, Andy has been hitting it hard on the track for Indiana University.

So how fast is this former area all star? How about the fastest runner in the world. In January Andy set the year's world record for indoor 3000K race, with a time of 7:48. www.idsnews.com/news/story.aspx?id=79363

So what could Andy do for a world record encore, well just last week Andy ran a 3:53 split in the 1600m relay. That time of 3:53 means Andy ran the fastest split in NCAA mens history.


Congrats Andy,



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