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WESTERN’S DAILY STUDENT NEWSPAPER • EST.1906 • VOLUME 103, ISSUE 71 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2010

USC PRESIDENTAL SKILLS CHALLENGE


Candidates
penalized
early in race
By Cheryl Stone
Gazette Staff

Some of the University Students’


Council presidential candidates
have encountered bumps along
the campaign trail.
Matthijs van Gaalen has
received 13 demerit points for
unfair play and pre-campaigning,
while Matt Hyland received three
for an outdoor signing violation.
“Pre-campaigning refers to
campaigning or the distribution
of any campaign material […]
before the official start of the
campaign period,” Phil Sach,
chief returning officer for the
USC, explained.
Sach noted van Gaalen’s
charge was based on online
materials posted before the start Laura Barclay/Gazette
of the campaign, as well as the GAZETTE PRESIDENTIAL SKILLS CHALLENGE TO UNDERGO NAME CHANGE, BEST ALTERNATIVE SO FAR: “EIGHT YEAR OLD BIRTHDAY PARTY
premature placement of sup- COMPETITION.” University Students’ Council presidential hopefuls participate in the Gazette’s annual skills challenge yesterday afternoon in the
ports for his sign on University University Community Centre Atrium. For full results of the competition, check next week’s extensive election coverage in the Feb. 9-10 editions of
College Hill. the Gazette. No loot bags were handed out after yesterday’s event.
“Although the sign did not
have campaign materials
attached, candidates were not
supposed to have materials on
the hill before the official start
Personal differences come out in debate
of the campaign,” Sach
explained. “There is also a mon- Presidential candidates’ platforms, preparedness scrutinzed
etary fine attached to each
point – for presidential candi- By Abid-Aziz Ladhani more on a casual footing,” Matt defended his role in the publication. to the students.
dates, it is $6 per point.” Gazette Staff Hyland said in response to a ques- “The magazine was designed to Park also gave a slight critique of
Hyland was assigned demer- tion about whether or not he has create a forum for conversation,” Emily Rowe’s visibility as USC pres-
it points because his signs were University Students’ Council presi- met with members of the USC Goldfarb said. “I treat women with ident.
stuck in the ground — a viola- dential candidates were grilled on board of directors. “As far as under- high respect all the time.” “Could she have been more vis-
tion he unsuccessfully attempt- Friday by members of Western’s standing everyone’s portfolio, I Additionally, Tithecott looked ible? Yes,” Park said in response to a
ed to appeal. media hub. guess I didn’t meet long enough.” visibly uncomfortable when asked question about his presidential tour
Van Gaalen also encountered The annual Media Forum, Hyland’s response also revealed about the empty state of tampon platform point, which would
a setback last week when Arjun which took place in the University an ongoing tension between him dispensers in the UCC washrooms involve visiting “different campus
Gupta, van Gaalen’s former Community Centre atrium, and two members of the USC. Dan in regards to his two-ply toilet buildings across campus.”
campaign manager, decided to involved representatives from the Moulton, vice-president university paper platform point. Yet, he In addition, van Gaalen fell
step down from his position. Gazette, tvWestern.ca, CHRW and affairs, and Will Bortolin, vice-pres- acknowledged it was not an idea under scrutiny for his proposed
“It’s not a resignation in any The Big Purple Couch. Candidates ident campus issues, were cited as on his platform and admitted he pass-fail interest credit system,
way — a lot of people use that Matt Hyland, Ray Park, Mike Tithe- two individuals Hyland did not “wished” it was. which will put in place specific first-
word, but I don’t think that’s the cott, Marshall Goldfarb, Jeff Rut- meet with for personal reasons. All the candidates agreed on one year courses to be marked based on
way you should be using it,” van ledge and Matthijs van Gaalen all Goldfarb, editor-in-chief of the thing — the current board’s a pass or fail basis.
Gaalen explained. fielded questions on the validity of controversial Student Magazine, response to the London Transit Rutledge was the only candidate
Arjun Gupta has a received a their various platform points, past was again asked about his view on Commission strike could have been to leave the debate relatively
new position within the cam- records of involvement and their gender equity at Western, to which better. They mentioned the USC unscathed.
paign. preparedness for the role. he directly responded after a second initiatives in response to the strike View the full forum, taped live at
“Personal matters arose “All of my meetings have been prompting from the panel. He were not effectively communicated www.livestream.com/uwotv
which I have to deal with, and I
wish Matthijs all the best for the
campaign,” Gupta explained.
“He’s in the position which
his skills — he has many of them
Txtng, Fbook blaimed for not good grammer
— are best suited for, ” van By Alli Aziz ciency exam at Waterloo, about a Shaw also noted English spelling dents not being able to write prop-
Gaalen explained of his cam- Gazette Staff third of the students are failing. is known for its strange exceptions, erly.
paign’s restructuring. Standards of spelling among and little details such as the pro- However Clint Burnham, associ-
“He’s in the role he is best at, Students across Canada need help university students are now so low, nunciation of ‘ough’ can certainly ate professor of English at Simon
and when Arjun goes behind with their grammar. Period. concerned professors are begin- contribute to the growing problem Fraser University in British Colum-
something […] he goes full tilt at There has been a recent flood of ning to investigate the reasons. of student grammar. bia, has a different outlook on these
it, ” van Gaalen added. complaints from professors about Brian Shaw, a writing professor “Poor grammar is the major rea- popular social technologies.
“I’m still a strong supporter the hopeless state of writing com- at Western, believes this grammati- son students fail,” he said. “Stu- “I’m currently teaching a class
of Matthijs,” Gupta added. ing from several of their students. cal decline is a serious problem. dents have problems with verb on digital media […] Facebook and
Both parties felt they were The University of Waterloo is “Spell check is relied on too tenses, sentence structure, and Twitter are the newest forms of
still on good terms. one of the few universities in Cana- often,” Shaw said. “There are basic spelling and it’s a real prob- autobiographies,” he said.
“There’s no bad blood da to require students to pass an numerous errors that spell check is lem.” Burnham works with technolo-
between us at all,” van Gaalen exam testing their English skills. blind to. The difference between Cellphone texting, Facebook gy rather than condemning it.
explained “I think we’ve gotten According to Ann Barrett, manag- ‘there’ and ‘their’ is just one of the and Twitter are all being blamed for
closer through this ordeal.” ing director of the English profi- many examples.” a growing number of university stu- PLEASE SEE SPELL P3
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NEWSBRIEFS
We Give Student Discounts Phishing isn’t phunny
York University e-mail accounts
have been targeted by a recent
“WHO’S TAKING YOU TO THE AIRPORT?” phishing scam, asking students to
provide e-mail password informa-

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“York is not alone,” said James
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security officer for Information
519-673-6804 OR Technology Services at Western.
1-800-265-4948 “Universities across the world are
perceived as easy targets.”
Book On-line Airbus Students are encouraged not to
www.robertq.com respond to suspicious e-mails and
to notify ITS immediately to verify
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SERVING unauthorized access.
“[ITS] has been very proactive in
TORONTO AND preventing scams like this,” says
McCloskey.
DETROIT AIRPORTS Responding to phishing e-mails
can result in the account being
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e-mails.
Students should be aware that
legitimate university notifications
will never ask for personal informa-
tion, and suspicious e-mails should
Trois-Pistoles be deleted immediately.
According to McCloskey, if stu-
dents do respond to phishing e-
Paid Internships mails, ITS can block the accounts
and ensure the students’ passwords
get changed.
Put your French language skills to work after —Lauren Nisbet
Intersession in Trois-Pistoles, Québec.
Better than the rest
Earn another French language credit while The fifth Annual Western Award of
Excellence nominees have been
working and learning in a paid position. announced.
Each year, these awards cele-
Apply for the Explore Bursary brate main campus staff who
-Deadline is February 28. exemplify Western’s mandate of
providing a well-rounded student
For more information, contact experience at one of Canada’s lead-
the Trois-Pistoles French Immersion School office ing research-intensive universities.
Western Student Services 3100, Tel: 519-661-3637 “Anyone can nominate, includ-
Email: tpistole@uwo.ca ing people from the public,” Scott
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May, campus communications
consultant, said.
Nominees represent the diver-
sity of the Western campus, from
Barb Haggarty-Hebert, registered
nurse with Student Health Ser-
vices to Lesley Mounteer, associ-
ate director in the faculty of engi-
neering.
Notably, many candidates have
been with Western for a significant
amount of time, including John

POSTGRADUATE
Brunet, who has been with the
department of earth sciences for
over 30 years.

CERTIFICINGACTAERESERS
According to May, winners will
receive a certificate, cash recogni-
tion and a Western item of their
choice on Feb. 16 at a Great Hall

FOR REWARD
gala event as a symbol of apprecia-
tion from their peers.
—Katie Hetherman

FINANCIAL PLANNING Smokers are jokers


Harry Prapavessis, associate pro-
GLOBAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT fessor of kinesiology, has been
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT named the Canadian Cancer Soci-
INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ety’s researcher of the month.
The professor is currently
INTERNATIONAL MARKETING exploring the impact of exercise
MARKETING MANAGEMENT while quitting smoking and how
quitting will help fight off cancer.
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION In response to many women’s
concerns about gaining weight
when quitting smoking, Prapaves-
sis designed a specific exercise pro-
gram to be tested at Western.
The Cryptoquip is a substitution cipher in which one letter stands for another. If you think that X
“It can help smokers fight weight equals O, it will equal O throughout the puzzle. Single letters, short words and words using an apos-
gain and deal with the other symp- trophe give you clues to locating vowels. Solution is by trial and error.
© 2002 by Kings Features Syndicate, Inc.
toms of nicotine withdrawal,” Pra-
pavessis said.
Lindsay Sitzgeorge, a post doc-
toral fellow funded by the Canadian
Cancer Society helping to conduct
the study, noted they have com-
pleted base-line testing and are in Serving UWO for over 25 years
the process of working with the 64 Accepts Western One Meal Card
currently registered women.
Western students are welcome 3-DAY WEATHER FORECAST
to take part in the next round of the Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
business.humber.ca study beginning in March. Scattered flurries
High -2ºC
Few flurries
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Cloudy periods
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“Spell check EVENTS CALENDAR


Wed, Feb. 3 modules in mathematics, statistics, internship, part or full-time employ-
relied on • Huron University College — Black
History Month
actuarial sciences, financial math
and computer science. Everyone is
ment? Meet with potential employ-
ers and discover the exciting
When: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. welcome and pizza will be served. opportunities available with partici-
too often”
$4
Where: Huron University College, • Banding for Haiti pating organizations.
Great Hall When: 4 – 8 p.m. • Centre for Building Sustainable
What: A drama from the “Promised Where: Grad Club Value

Breakfast
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Land”, written and performed by What: A silent auction to fundraise When: 1 – 2 p.m.
students from Lambton Kent Com- for Haiti. Where: Ivey building, Rm. 1R40
posite School. What: Eric Gales, president of
“I currently use Twitter in my • Cats
• U.S. Visa Information Session When: Feb. 2-3 at 7:30 p.m. Microsoft Canada, will discuss his
lectures, and students will send me
When: 12 - 2 p.m. Where: The John Labatt Centre personal approach to leadership,
tweets if they have a question,” he
Where: Western Support Services, What: Cats, the musical, visits Lon- with a focus on the role leadership
explained. can play in rapidly evolving indus- M-F 6:30AM - 2:30PM
Rm. 2130 don SAT 7AM-1PM
However, Burnham showed tries like software and technology.
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concern the diction of some uni- • Huron University College to host
planning on travelling to, studying If you have an event you would like in the same building as
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“They’re still learning,” he U.S. visa classifications, followed
added. “Yes, I see comma splices by a question and answer period. Hall
and some syntax issues, but I made What: Conservative MP John
those mistakes at the beginning
• Acoustic Lunch
When: 12:30 p.m.
McKay will be discussing the pri-
vate members bill C-300.
OUR DEGREES OPEN DOORS
and would venture that myself and Where: Busker Alley (under the
• Black History: Play it Forward Applied Math, Computer Science, Mathematics
my colleagues make those mistakes stairs, basement of the University
When: 7 p.m. and Statistical & Actuarial Sciences
today, too.” Community Centre)
Burnham believed the majority Where: Wolf Performance Hall
What: An acoustic lunch special
What: An evening of music, dance
OPEN HOUSE
of the mistakes he sees on essays hosted by the University Students’ Wed., February 3, 2010
and drama to celebrate black histo-
come from students rushing the Council, featuring Jeff McClellan,
night before. Ian Morris and Shane Davis. ry month. Western Science Centre - Rm 248
“It’s haste more than anything • Applied Mathematics — Open Thurs, Feb. 4 4pm-6pm
else.” House • Western’s All Campus Job Expo Our degrees open doors to: business, finance,
Taking the demographics of the When: 4 – 6 p.m. When: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. research, gaming, health care, software
Where: Western Student Recre- engineering & more. Intent to Register is
classroom into account is also Where: Western Support Services,
ation Centre around the corner, plan your future now.
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“In one of my classes, about half What: Ask questions and learn about What: Looking for a summer, PIZZA SERVED
[of the students] were the first ones
in their families to attend universi-
ty, and for some, English isn’t their
first language,” he explained.
Burnham felt that for his stu-
dents it is still very much a learning
experience and people are coming
together at all different stages.
“We work together,” he added.
In the end, Burnham concluded,
it’s not about making the mistake —
it’s about catching them.

Vote YES :
• An additional student fee of $25.00 will be •
Vote NO :
No additional student fee will be levied.
levied, starting in September 2010.
• No funds will be available to make significant
• UCC Gyms will be renovated to become lounge, re n ovations to the UCC Gyms.
24-hour study, programmable, and meeting
space. • Students will continue paying rent for UCC
Gy m s.
• Renovation will be completed in time to be
used during the 2010/11 academic year. • Capital deficit will continue to grow for other
s t u d e n t -c o n t rolledspaces within the UCC .
• Fee will allow for ongoing renovations to stu-
dent controlled spaces within the UCC in sub- • Other options for the UCC Gyms will be consid-
sequent years. ered, including maintaining them as is, mak-
ing a limited investment in equipment and
furniture, or returning them to the unive r s i ty’s
control.

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Slammin’ the
Grams for LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
being a Sham Candidates To the editor:
In his letter, Mr. Lupavitch would have Goldfarb’s
us believe one cannot have a president
The Grammy Awards show, dubbed music’s greatest night,
has been known both as a way for talented artists to be rec-
ognized, as well as a means for them to showcase their tal-
have right who is both a great leader and an alcohol
abuser. History tells a different story.
What do Alexander the Great, John A.
platform is
ent. While performances have always been an integral part
of the show, it’s questionable whether this theatrical aspect to drink and Macdonald and Winston Churchill have
in common? They all drank like fish. practical
is being taken too far. Great leaders need not be sober.
Sunday night’s Grammy’s saw a variety of spectacles
including Lady Gaga being thrown into an inferno, Pink be taken —Seth Climans
Physiology IV
To the editor:
It amazes me to see how University Stu-
hanging from the ceiling and a Michael Jackson memor- dents’ Council presidential candidate
ial featuring 3D images. However, one thing seemed to be
seriously Marshall Goldfarb is constantly referred
missing from the popular awards show — the music.
What used to be a tribute to some of music’s greatest Re: “Joker a tool, voters should not be Rutledge’s to as the “idealist” everyday candidate in
the media. Has anyone been following
artists has turned into a visual eyesore. While musicians fooled” Jan 28, 2010 the debates?
are considered to be performers, a focus on the perfor-
mance detracts from the music, which should ultimately To the editor:
team loses He has a realistic platform that will
leave an impact on our campus for years
be the show’s primary focus. I was shocked to see this letter printed to come. For once, there is a candidate
However, artists shouldn’t be blamed for trying to con-
form to an ever-changing industry. If you wish to succeed
in the Gazette. What appears to be a let-
ter written by an “informed” voter is
one vote who believes a Western community
means more than making it easier for
in such a competitive market, an artist has to able to do really just a writeoff of the candidates To the editor: students to join the USC. Wake up call:
more than just sing well. Most audiences favour “triple this voter doesn’t like. I’m seriously disappointed with one of not every undergraduate wants to join
threat” artists — people who can act, dance and sing. Although letters are meant to give the University Students’ Council presi- the USC.
Whether the reception of these triple threats is posi- readers the opportunity to give their dential candidates. Jeff Rutledge and his Secondly, every candidate claims to
tive or negative, the performances are much more mem- opinions, they shouldn’t be a place to campaigners were beyond rude on Jan. be able to control the debt they will
orable than those artists who choose to only sing on stage. promote or demote any specific candi- 26 while they were campaigning in the inherit upon election. Once again, has
Unfortunately, the result of this is over-hyped pop stars date. After reading each candidate’s plat- University Community Centre atrium. anyone looked at the candidates’ plat-
getting all the glory at award shows while actually talent- form I would advise voters to not rule As most people were well aware, the forms? Each candidate (with the excep-
ed and unique musicians are overlooked. out any candidate just yet. None of them Have a Heart for Haiti campaign was also tion of Goldfarb) plans to increase ser-
The Grammy’s are perhaps forced to encourage the are “joke candidates” — they all want to launched that day. However, instead of vices and implement idealistic plans,
use of theatrics in order to gain more viewers. The awards see change in the University Students’ being there all day, as the presidential which will no doubt require increased
show has an unfortunate history of being on the dry side, Council and I would suggest all voters campaigners were, the event only lasted and unanswered funding.
so it makes sense they want artists to push the limits to become informed and read each candi- one hour. More comfortable toilet paper
increase ratings. Furthermore, if ridiculous performances date’s platform thoroughly. While I can understand all candidates sounds nice; but how can you justify
are what people want more than serious displays of musi- Regarding the Ceeps Bingo incident, may not have had time to come and frivolous spending when the USC has
cal talent, why should the Grammy’s go against the grain I would suggest Mr. Lupavitch get his watch, I don’t understand why they experienced a $1 million loss. Goldfarb
and risk losing viewers? facts straight before pointing fingers at couldn’t show some respect and turn is not idealistic. His platform is practical
Nonetheless, if the Grammy’s are looking to advertise anyone. I too am a Bingo regular and their music down or off for an hour. and well suited to inherit the USC’s
themselves as an awards show, then they should be able saw a very different scene than what has As Haitians were sharing stories of the potential debt in the next fiscal year.
to deliver. It certainly wouldn’t hurt to cut the perfor- been described. horrible devastation to their home coun- —Jon England
mances a bit to give more attention to the lower profile No candidate should be ruled out try, it was incredibly unnecessary and Huron Political Science III
nominees. Although the general public might be a bit less because of what they do in their person- rude to have this campaign in particular
entertained, an emphasis on the awards might help al time. Emily Rowe is no stranger to playing their music loudly and on repeat.
restore the integrity of the Grammy’s, whereas it is cur- Richmond Row, but this has never Performers were singing beautiful songs,
rently just a spectacle of famous people disguised as an affected the way she does her job. I am and all I could hear was the incredibly
awards show. confident none of the candidates this irritating music coming from the Rut-
Ultimately, while Saturday’s Grammy’s proved to be a year would let that get in their way of ledge campaign table.
gazette.opinions
disappointment, the award show is not solely to blame. being a good president either. Have some respect — turn off your @uwo.ca
It’s the media’s job to reflect society, not change it, and in Western, don’t be fooled by anyone music for one hour, especially when other
the end the Grammy’s are simply a business looking to (running or not), become an informed people are singing and playing guitar.
attract more customers. voter and choose the best candidate for You’ve lost at least one vote due to your Send us your letters
While award shows in general work more to entertain the position based on your own merits. campaign’s lack of common courtesy.
than to honour, there is no one to blame other than the —Jon Rajzman —Nicole Borsi
viewers. Criminology I Criminology III

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Models strut their stuff for Haiti


Think Rich, Look Poor show raises $1,500
By Gazette A&E and heels, to acid wash jeans, with down the runway wearing what
one segment devoted entirely to looked like vintage bridal gowns.
For the three A&E editors, Saturday bathing suits, and another to the With all these unexpected changes, Photos courtesy of Rob Bremner
night at Taphouse felt more like New shirtless male models. the audience was kept on their toes I STOPPED TAKING TAE KWON DO, BUT THEY LET ME KEEP THE OUT-
York fashion week than a typical The audience — which was a and truly entertained. FIT. Models strutted the catwalk (above) at the UWO Style Society’s fash-
venture down Richmond Row. decent size of a few hundred peo- The show didn’t run long ion show Saturday night for an excited crowd at the London Taphouse (left).
The dance floor was trans- ple considering the show began enough to bore the crowd and
formed into a runway and its clien- fairly early in the evening and was inspired some great outfit ideas —
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UWOpera does justice to Mozart’s classic


By Lauren Moore suave protagonist by his latest to see why the female characters fall excessive drama. shortcomings.
Gazette Staff female targets. victim to his charm. Lida Szkwarek especially stands Aesthetically, the costumes are
Featuring two separate casts, the Adam Marostica steals the show out as Donna Elvira, an obsessive elaborate and authentic. One of the
hours of dedication to vocal train- as Leporello, Giovanni’s disapprov- victim to Giovanni’s seduction. Her few downsides of the show is the
ing are obvious. Subtitles projected ing sidekick — his acting skills are singing range continually impresses set, which fails to live up to the
UWOpera’s version of Mozart’s Don on a screen assist non-Italian audi- equally as impressive as his singing — just when you think she’s reached show’s otherwise high standards.
Giovanni triumphs over the “every ence members by clarifying dia- voice. Marostica twists humour her highest note, she tops it in the Overall, at a reasonable price
opera-is-boring” stigma and makes logue. into the lyrics with facial expres- next song. and convenient location, Mozart’s
for a captivating performance. Christopher Dunham’s on-stage sions and quirks. The character of Don Ottavio Don Giovanni gives you more than
Although this Mozart opera first charisma contributes to his remark- Like Leporello, the female leads (Young Yi) is looped into the Gio- your money’s worth.
premiered in 1787, the plot is sur- able performance in the lead role of present their damsels-in-distress vanni hunt by his lover, Donna Don Giovanni plays at the Dav-
prisingly provocative. The opera Don Giovanni, and watching him characters comically to appeal to Anna. His unwavering dedication enport Theatre Feb. 6-7. Student
follows nobleman Don Giovanni on strategize the seduction of females today’s audience. Lines such as “I to the diva makes his character a tickets are $20, and are available in
his womanizing escapades and is thoroughly entertaining. His voice am dying!” to describe heartbreak little boring, but Yi’s beautiful advance by calling Orchestra Lon-
depicts the plots of revenge on the is soothing and sensual, and it’s easy are addressed with coy smiles at the voice redeems his character’s don at 519-679-8778.

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theGazette • TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2010 sports ➤ P7

Mustangs defeat Waterloo despite unfocused play


By Bobby Fedder The Warriors took the lead who led all scorers with 17 points, success in the paint, in addition to had returned to the sloppy play that
Gazette Writer immediately in the third, shaking said after the game. “We came out the mistakes on defence, allowed marked the first half. Despite
the Mustangs out of their doldrums. in the second half and we were Waterloo to stick around much stretching their lead from 11 to 16,
Even with a weak performance, the “We actually played an intelli- communicating a bit more.” longer than they should have. the Mustangs seemed to once again
Mustangs rebounded from two gent game in the third quarter,” From the first quarter onwards, However, Western came out in lose focus, relying on long-range
straight losses to defeat the Water- Western head coach Stephan Barrie it was clear the Mustangs were the the third playing a much more shots that weren’t going in.
loo Warriors 76-60 at Alumni Hall said. “In the third quarter, we played more talented team. But sloppy committed game. They went inside, “We were playing out of control
last Wednesday. how we were capable of playing, but play, including turnovers and often to Leddy or Amanda Ander- basketball, without focus for a good
The team’s inability to focus and it was the only quarter we did that.” missed outside shots, kept Waterloo son, who finished with 15 points. portion of the night […] if we don’t
play controlled basketball kept The Mustangs were plagued by in the game. “We had that dip where we just improve that, we’re going to be in
Waterloo in the game early on. The a lack of effort throughout the Although the Mustangs shot a turned it over unforced five, six times tough,” Barrie said.
Warriors hung around through the game, being out rebounded 44-40. decent 41.2 per cent from the field and they just had the poise not to do The Mustangs play the Brock
first half, going into the third quar- “We didn’t respect [Waterloo],” in the first half, they only got to the that,” Warriors coach Tyler Slipp said. Badgers this Wednesday night in St.
ter trailing by a single point. Mustangs forward Katelyn Leddy, free throw line six times. A lack of By the fourth quarter, Western Catharines.

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Out of Town Scores
Mustangs represent the World

Sports
Four of the Mustangs football team’s young stars shone this Friday, January 29
weekend for the World Select team as they took on the best M HOC — LKHD 4, UWO 0
American players ages 19 and under in Fort Lauderdale, Flori-
Saturday, January 30
da. Lineman David Lee, linebackers Jerod McCrory and Mar-
cus Babic and defensive back Scott Janz played well for the M HOC — LKHD 8, UWO 5
World team in the 17-0 loss. Janz led the way with four tack- W BBALL — UWO 70, WLU 67
les and a sack, while McCrory contributed five tackles. M BBALL — UWO 78, WLU 70

Mustangs on the rebound


Barbeau’s 22-point performance
helps Mustangs halt three game skid
By Jesse Rubinoff 51-47 at halftime, Campbell knew Barbeau was quick to deflect
Gazette Writer his team defence would have to praise, explaining it was the success
improve in order for the Mustangs of the big forward tandem of
Looking to end a three-game losing to come away with the victory. Andrew Wedemire and Garrett
streak, the Western Mustangs men’s “We took a look at what they Olexiuk that made his decision on
basketball team welcomed the were running against the zone and where to distribute the ball quite
Waterloo Warriors — a team that made a few adjustments,” he said. easy.
has had difficulty winning on the “I just think we really did a good “I try to ignite the fast break
road this season — to Alumni Hall job of contesting and challenging every time I get the ball because
last Wednesday. threes in the second half. They had that’s the easiest way to score, but
As it turned out, the visit from eight threes in the first half and only when I had nothing in transition,
the Warriors was the perfect reme- two in the second so we definitely we tried to get Andrew and Garrett
dy for Western’s recent woes. did a good job.” the ball in the post and it worked,”
Struggling to find a way to con- he said.
tain the sharp-shooting Warriors in Wedemire finished with 18
the first half, the Mustangs made points and six rebounds, while
some key defensive adjustments at Olexiuk contributed 12 points and
halftime, lifting them to an enter- six rebounds, despite a sore knee
Piotr Angiel/Gazette taining 88-81 victory.
“[Barbeau] was huge that kept him out of the Mustangs
HEY ANDY, HIGH FIVE! Mustangs forward Andrew Wedemire takes it to The Mustangs defence focused for us. Usually, as Ryan previous game.
the glass for two of his 18 points Wednesday night against the Waterloo on shutting down all-star forward Waterloo head coach Tom
Warriors. Wedemire — who leads the Mustangs with 7.4 rebounds per Cam MacIntyre, who despite scor- goes, the team goes.” Kieswetter commended the Mus-
game — currently sits sixth in the OUA with 18.9 points per game. ing 19 points, only managed to tangs on their effort.
shoot one for seven from beyond —Matt Tweedie “Full credit to Western. We
Mustangs Assistant Coach
the three-point line. couldn’t contain Barbeau on the
WHARNCLIFFE Walk-In Clinic “He was definitely a major con-
cern of ours coming into the game,”
perimeter and Wedemire inside –
they were the difference,” he
No Appointment Required Mustangs coach Brad Campbell said. “We still have [an] opportuni-
Traveling? We do Vaccinations said. “He can really score, so we ty to finish with a good playoff seed,
were going to make sure that we On the offensive end of the floor, but we need to make some defen-
Hrs. Mon. to Fri. 9:00am to 8:00pm always had a guy committed to him the Mustangs were led by guard sive improvements.”
Sat. 9:00am to 4:00pm , Sun 10:00am to 5:00pm so that he wasn’t going to get an Ryan Barbeau, who finished with Western now sits fourth in the
Flu Shots are Now Availalbe! open look. I think we did a good job an impressive 22 points, five assists Ontario University Athletics West
of containing him today.” and six steals in a game-high 35 division, just ahead of Waterloo.
Conveniently located just minutes from campus at
Though MacIntyre was forced to minutes of action. “Waterloo is an experienced
240 Wharncliffe Rd. N
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Pharmacy take tough shots, other Warriors “For the other team, it’s always team, they’ve been through the
stepped up, shooting 52.9 per cent tough to keep Ryan in front of you, storms before and we’re trying to
519-435-0111 on-site from the field as a team. Leading by so we try to get him to penetrate gain that type of experience,”
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deep into the paint and make good Campbell said. “It’s always going to
decisions, which really helps us get be a war every time we play them
easy shots and easy inside touch- regardless of when it is.”
es. He was huge for us. Usually, as The Mustangs now travel to St.
Ryan goes, the team goes,” Mustangs Catharines on Wednesday to take
assistant coach Matt Tweedie said. on the sixth-placed Brock Badgers.

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