Xavier adjusts competition schedules after Hurricane Isaac September 4, 2012 NEW ORLEANS — Xavier University of Louisiana's cross country and women's volleyball teams are adjusting their schedules after Hurricane Isaac. XU's distance runners withdrew from this past week's Mississippi College Opener because of the storm, and the host school subsequently canceled the meet. Coach Joseph Moses replaced that meet with the Azalea City Classic at Mobile, Ala., on Sept. 15. The Gold Rush and Gold Nuggets will open their seasons Saturday in the Loyola Wolfpack Invitational at Lafreniere Park in Metairie, La. It will be XU's only local competition of 2012. The men's race will begin at 7:50 a.m., and the women will run at 8:25. Xavier did not lose any volleyball matches while the university was closed but postponed its home opener against Loyola, which had been scheduled for today (Tuesday, Sept. 4). Coach Christabell Hamilton said no makeup date has been determined. The Gold Nuggets (1-2) will travel to Jackson, Miss., for the Belhaven Tournament on Friday and Saturday. Xavier will play Pensacola Christian, Mississippi College, Rust and Belhaven in that event, then return home to play Spring Hill — which was 40-3 a year ago — on Sept. 11 at 7 p.m. in The Barn. The university received no major damages from the hurricane, which made landfall on the Louisiana coast on Aug. 28. Classes resumed today. "Our Xavier staff members are doing an incredible job in making the campus available for classes and the other required services," XU president Dr. Norman C. Francis said. "We will continue to pray for all of those who have experienced the effects of this hurricane and ask that we be spared further hardships during the remainder of the hurricane season."

Chowan Athletic Department Releases Ticket Pricing Information 9/3/2012 11:56:00 AM MURFREESBORO- The Chowan University Athletic Department announced ticket pricing information for their home contests today. CU Football's first home game will take place on September 15th at 6:00pm vs. Shorter University. For information on how to purchase season tickets to all home athletic events, contact Felicia Hollingsworth, Coordinator of Membership Services for the Hawks Haven at (252) 398-1239 or hollif@chowan.edu 2012-2013 Ticket Pricing Football (Home Contests Only) $10.00 adults $5.00 students 5 and Under Free Basketball (Home Contests Only) $10.00 adults $5.00 students 5 and Under Free *Student pricing includes students on all grade levels (elementary-college). College students from opposing institutions must present their student ID's to receive student pricing. **Comp lists from opposing schools are not accepted unless agreed upon by athletic directors and is written into contract. ***Chowan University Faculty, Staff, and Students are admitted free with University ID. Faculty and Staff may bring up to four (including themselves) IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBERS before admission is charged. ****We accept current NC and VA High School Association coaching passes with valid ID , and CIAA passes with valid ID. Allie Kolezynski Head Cross Country Coach/Assistant Director of Athletic Communications

SPORTS HALL OF FAME TO INDUCT 8 NEW MEMBERS North Carolina A&T State University Athletics has selected four basketball players, two football players and one baseball player and one volleyball player to be inducted into the N.C. A&T Sports Hall of Fame at a dinner on Sept. 7. The eight inductees will be introduced at a 4 p.m. press conference Thursday, Sept. 6 in Stallings Ballroom. They will also be introduced to Aggie fans before N.C. A&T’s 6 p.m., football game against West Virginia State at Aggie Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 8. Among the inductees are former MEAC standouts N.C. A&T football players, Demetrius Harrison (linebacker) and James White (running back). MEAC basketball standouts are James Anderson and Thomas Griffis, Jr. Also being inducted is one of A&T’s Batting Champions and standout Willie Mmrrison. The three female athletes being honored are former basketball standouts Eva Patterson-Heath and Marsha Simmons as well as volleyball standout Carmen Barrantes-Santa Maria. James “Doc” Anderson Sr. Basketball 1980-1982 James was all MEAC 1st team selection 1981 and 1982; he was the only unanimous choice in 1981. Also, he was voted to the MEAC best defensive team, as well as 1st team MEAC Tournament selection. He was Aggie Holiday Classic tournament first team member and Classic MVP. During his two years as a member of the Aggie basketball team, he led the team in assists and steals. He was second in scoring and third in rebounding. In March 2009, James was Selected as “One of the top 40 MEAC Players” by the Triad Weekly. Carmen Barrantes- Santamaria Volleyball 1980-1984 Carmen was voted most valuable player in 1982, 1983, and 1984. She was selected to the All-Tournament team for her outstanding performance during the tournament. She played on the USA Virgin Island national team in 1982 prior to playing for the Lady Aggies Volleyball team. Furthermore, she was a member of other teams outside of the United States such as the Central Caribbean Games of Cuba and Havana, as well as the Dominican Games. The volleyball skills that Carmen executed during games and practices were more advanced than her teammates. She specialized as an attacker averaging six to seven kills and service points per game. Her leaping ability made her a threat both offensively and defensively as she transitioned from attacker to blocker. Thomas Lee Griffis Jr. Basketball 1984-1988 Thomas was voted MEAC All-Conference player three times. During his career as an Aggie, he played on four conference championship teams. During this time, the Aggie men’s basketball team also participated in the NCAA tournament four consecutive years. Thomas was the MEAC Tournament MVP in 1986 and 1987. Thomas played in 118 games for our Aggies wherein, they won 77% of those games. He was the all-time assist leader with 582, all time steals leader with 261, and third all-time free throw percentage with 83.3%. Demetrius Antonio Harrison Football 1986-1989 As a member of our Aggie football team, Demetrius is one of four, three-time all MEAC first team selection in school history. He was a two-time MEAC defensive player of the year, as well as one of the only two AP All-Americans in Aggie History. He was the leading tackler three consecutive years with 497 career tackles. In other words, Demetrius was a tackling machine. He was a four year career starter. Demetrius Nickname, “Uni” is listed as No. 1 Linebacker in school history and of the Greatest Aggies of all time. Eva Patterson-Heath Basketball 1973-1977 Eva was a starting five player during her four year career for our Aggie women’s basketball program. She lettered three years 1975-1977. She was Co-captain 1974-76 and team captain her senior year. She was leading scorer 1975-1976 and leading rebounder 1976-1977. Eva was a member of NCAIAW District Three Championship Teams, 1975-77 as well as all tournament awards. Eva was presented the “Senior Award” which culminated all of her accomplishments while at A&T. One of her teammates said, “[Eva] shines with humility that exudes her intellectual brilliance!” Willie Morrison Baseball 1973-1976 Willie was a four year letterman during his baseball career at A&T. Also, he started every game with one exception during his tenure. Willie played third base; known as the hot spot in baseball. During his tenure, the Aggies were MEAC Co-champs in 1974 and MEAC Champions in 1975. For three seasons, Willie had a batting average of 357. During his senior year, he batted 395. Willie is a native of Greensboro, N.C. His coach Mel Groomes described him as being an excellent fielder and base runner. Marsha B. Simmons Basketball 1979-1983 Marsha was named MEAC player of the month several times during her career at A&T as a member of our Aggie women’s basketball team. She was also recognized as a MEAC basketball star in 1983. She was team MVP. She was also second in assists, scoring and steals. Marsha nicknamed “BB” played point guard and was recognized as one of the top five most proficient guards during Coach Spruill’s tenure (1975-86). Her coach also says, “[Marsha] possessed outstanding hands, an eye to read defenses, and craftiness to create offensive freedom within our system." James White Football 1990-1993 James nicknamed, “The Rock” was the first Aggie to rush for over 1000 yards in a single season with 1,316. Currently, he is second in A&T history for career rushing yards with 2,736 and tied for fourth in career rushing touchdowns. James was 1st team All MEAC as well as team’s most valuable player and male athlete of the year in 1993. He was named MEAC player of the week several times and ranked 13th in the nation among division 1AA schools. He was Sporting News D1AA national player of the week when he rushed for 197 yards and scored four touchdowns against Liberty. He averaged over 6.5 yards per carry, which would be second in the school history.

A&T SPORTS HALL OF FAME SPONSORS ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT GREENSBORO, N. C. – North Carolina A&T State University Sports Hall of Famer presents its 6th Annual Golf Tournament, Friday, September 7 at 8 a.m. The golf tournament will be held at the Crooked Tree Golf Course, located at 7665 Caber Rd., in Brown Summit, N.C. Onsite registration is at 7 a.m. “We are extremely excited about this year’s tournament, said Hall of Famers Richard Lide and Vern Stallings, coordinators of the event. This activity gives the Hall of Farmers and others an opportunity to showcase their golfing skills, fellowship and reminisce about the good old days at N.C. A&T.” More than 100 golfers are expected to participate in the tournament. Women will play from the red tees and men from white or senior tees. There will be prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th place winners, longest drive (men and women) and closest to the pen (men and women) Par 3, and a whole in one gift. Hall of famers sponsors are, Caffney, Crosshairs, Community Helps Network, Mercedes Benz of Greensboro, Patriot Services, Southeast Fuels, Canteen, McDonald’s and Bill Black Chevrolet Cadillac, Inc. Proceeds from the tournament will benefit the N.C. A&T Athletic Scholarship Program. For additional information contact: Richard Lide, 336.451.1840; Vern Stallings, 336.697.9682; and Ralph Brown, 336.681.7714.