By Melissa Gilbert |Staff Writer| The pool was taken over by about 80 students looking to escape the heat and enjoy the Splash-a-Pooloza. The event took place on May 15 at the campus pool and was a success. Many people are not even aware there is a pool on campus. This event was a way to make students aware. A large inflated iceberg replica was placed in the middle of the pool. Fearless students climbed and jumped off the iceberg. Limbo, relay races and a watermelon eating contest gave the event the feeling of a neighborhood pool party. The Rec Center, along with the Santos Manuel Student Union (SMSU), provided free food to all the participants. Snow cones, hot dogs and nachos … [Read more...] about Students get cooled at Splash-a-Poolooza
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Splash-a-Poolooza
By Elizabeth Piraino |Staff Writer| Have you ever wanted to climb an iceberg? Do you like free food? How about winning free prizes? Join the Recreation Center and the SMSU Program Board for Splash-a-Poolooza on May 15 from 3-7 p.m. at the CSUSB pool. Splash-a-Poolooza will give you the chance to climb an inflatable iceberg and if you fall, dont be to worried, you’ll land in water. The iceberg will be out in the middle of the pool, anchored to the bottom and participiants will have to try their best to make to the iceberg first for a chance to win. For the safety of all climbers and swimmers, lifeguards will be on duty. Erica Gray and Natalie Lu, two lifeguards at the Rec … [Read more...] about Splash-a-Poolooza
Water Polo splashing to make waves
By Carley Bennecke |Staff Writer| The Coyotes’ women’s water polo team suffered two losses at the Whittier Aquatic Center on Feb. 8. They battled in their first 10:20 a.m game against Pomona-Pitzer College. Coyotes were down 6-1 after the first period, and 11-4 at the break. The Coyotes lost by over 10 points: Pomona-Pitzer 17, Coyotes 6. Junior goalkeeper Madison Morris had three saves in the first half. The game remained one-sided throughout as the Coyotes struggled. The Coyotes’ second game was later in the afternoon on the same day. The Coyotes competed against Occidental college and took another licking, losing 5-10. Occidental 10, Coyotes 5. The match began as a … [Read more...] about Water Polo splashing to make waves
Try something new: Seven things you must before you graduate
By Marlyn Rodriguez |Staff Writer| While at CSUSB there are seven things I dare you try. Being involved and finding some escape from our chaotic and busy schedules is crucial. The good thing is that we are a part of a very active campus looking for proactive people to take part in activities. “Keep yourself busy and have fun while you’re here,” said student Kendall Smith. “Give everything your all.” There is always something happening on campus at different times and days of the week to accommodate students’ schedules. Here are a few things I recommend you try doing while on campus. 1) Recreational Center If you need to relieve some stress and want to stay fit, visiting our … [Read more...] about Try something new: Seven things you must before you graduate
Water polo keeping heads above water
By Ray Beasley |Staff Writer| Exciting water polo action took place on April 15 when the Coyotes took to the pool to nearly defeat the heavily favored Sonoma State Seawolves. The Coyotes took an early 3-1 lead over the Seawolves and led by as many as three goals as they led 6–3 at one point. Unfortunately they could not maintain the momentum as they were outscored 0-5 in the second quarter. The Coyotes were able to counter with three additional goals of their own, but the Seawolves were able to add five more of their own, winning the contest 10–9. As many local CSUSB students may know, this season has not been great for the struggling water polo team. Unsuccessful close games … [Read more...] about Water polo keeping heads above water
Water polo falls short despite valiant effort
By Ray Beasley |Staff Writer| Despite an incredible comeback attempt during the final three quarters of the game, water polo lost their weekend match up on April 7 against Fresno Pacific, 13–15. The Coyotes were trailing Fresno Pacific 1–6 after the first quarter but outscored their opponents 12–9 over the final half of the game. Despite the amazing effort the Coyotes made during the last half of the game, Fresno Pacific handed the Coyotes their 26th loss of the season. Fortunately, there were a few standout players hidden amongst the heartbreaking loss. Misty Vu had an amazing game, leading the Coyotes in scoring with five goals. Her teammate Jasmine Duran, not far behind, … [Read more...] about Water polo falls short despite valiant effort
CSUSB’s best billiard players to compete in Las Vegas
By Tom Stillwagon |Staff Writer| CSUSB is giving students a chance to show off their billiard skills with a nine-ball tournament, and the winners will be headed to compete in Las Vegas. The Santos Manuel Student Union Gamers Lounge hosts the tournament in partnership with CSUSB’s Women’s Resource Center. The men's portion of the tournament took place Jan. 18 in the Gamers Lounge. The winners were Tai Au and Tuan Hyunh. The women’s tournament will take place Jan. 20, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Gamers Lounge. The top two men and the top two women will advance to the next round, which will take place in Las Vegas on Feb. 3 and 4. As a prize for competing, all expenses for the … [Read more...] about CSUSB’s best billiard players to compete in Las Vegas