Bears Comeback Ends Short in 5-4 Loss to Mizzou

Visiting Missouri scored three times in the top of the eighth inning to build a four-run lead, then withstood a pair of Missouri State rallies to pull out a 5-4 non-conference victory Tuesday night before 2,105 spectators at Hammons Field.

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Missouri State prays before the game against Mizzou on Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at Hammons Field. MSU lost 5-4.

Missouri State head coach Keith Guttin discusses what parts of the park are inbounds with the umpires and Mizzou head coach Tim Jamieson before the game on Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at Hammons Field. MSU lost 5-4.

Mizzou’s Keaton Steele bobbles a grounder against Missouri State on Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at Hammons Field. MSU lost 5-4.

Mizzou’s Dillon Everett fields a grounder against Missouri State on Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at Hammons Field. MSU lost 5-4.

Missouri State’s Luke Voit can’t tag out Mizzou’s Dillon Everett at home plate on Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at Hammons Field. MSU lost 5-4.

Missouri State’s Andy Cheray pitches against Mizzou on Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at Hammons Field. MSU lost 5-4.

Missouri State assistant coach Paul Evans complains to the first base umpire about a call during the game against Mizzou on Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at Hammons Field. MSU lost 5-4.

Missouri State’s Luke Voit reacts after he was hit by a pitch against Mizzou on Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at Hammons Field. MSU lost 5-4.

Mizzou’s Dane Opel catches a fly ball against Missouri State on Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at Hammons Field. MSU lost 5-4.

Mizzou’s Kendall Keeton dives to field a grounder against Missouri State on Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at Hammons Field. MSU lost 5-4.

Missouri State’s Dylan Becker bobbles a fly ball against Mizzou on Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at Hammons Field. MSU lost 5-4.

MSU Welcomes New Lady Bears Head Coach

With her mild but forceful Tennessean accent, Kellie Harper said she wants to win a championship next season at today’s press conference which welcomed her as the new Missouri State women’s basketball coach.

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Missouri State athletic director Kyle Moats announced Kellie Harper as new women’s basketball head coach on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, at the Prime Overtime Club in JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Desiree Phillips claps with her teammates as Kellie Harper is announced their new women’s basketball coach on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, at the Prime Overtime Club in JQH Arena.

Kellie Harper laughs as the marching band plays the fight song after she was announced the new women’s basketball coach on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, at the Prime Overtime Club in JQH Arena.

Kellie Harper, Missouri State’s new women’s basketball coach, speaks to the players on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, at the Prime Overtime Club in JQH Arena.

Kellie Harper, Missouri State’s new women’s basketball coach, speaks during a press conference on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, at the Prime Overtime Club in JQH Arena.

NiJay Gaines and Bry Snow smile as Kellie Harper, Missouri State’s new women’s basketball coach, speaks during a press conference on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, at the Prime Overtime Club in JQH Arena.

Kellie Harper, Missouri State’s new women’s basketball coach, speaks during a press conference on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, at the Prime Overtime Club in JQH Arena.

Members of the Missouri State women’s basketball team smile as Kellie Harper, their new coach, speaks during a press conference on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, at the Prime Overtime Club in JQH Arena.

Kellie Harper laughs with fans after she was announced Missouri State’s new women’s basketball coach on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, at the Prime Overtime Club in JQH Arena.

Soccer, Softball and Hiking

This week was a little stressful, but I was able to complete two portraits and make it to at least 30 minutes of each game I covered. Despite the time constraints, here are my favorite photos from this week’s assignments.

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MSU graduate Marcus Ross plans to embark on a solo hike through the Appalachian Trail, a 2,181 mile trek, next weekend. The trail crosses 14 states and will take about five months to complete.

Missouri State’s Matt Bray battles Missouri S&T’s Ben Bartnicke for a header during a spring game on Saturday, April 6, 2013 at Plaster Sports Complex.

Missouri State’s James Routledge trips up Missouri S&T’s Diego Robayo during a spring game on Saturday, April 6, 2013 at Plaster Sports Complex.

Missouri State’s Kirstin Cutter pumps up the team before their double-header against Mizzou on Wednesday, April 3, 2012, at Killian Stadium. MSU lost both games.

Mizzou’s Jenna Marston (26) high-fives Emily Crane after Crane hit a single home run on Wednesday, April 3, 2012, at Killian Stadium.

Missouri State’s Ashley Brentz bobbles a grounder against Mizzou on Wednesday, April 3, 2012, at Killian Stadium. MSU lost both games.

Missouri State’s Kelsey Fouch heads the ball over Tulsa’s Miranda Zoller during a spring game on Saturday, April 6, 2013 at Curry Sports Complex at Drury University.

Missouri State’s Katie Davis battles Tulsa’s Elisabetta Impagliazzo for a header during a spring game on Saturday, April 6, 2013 at Curry Sports Complex at Drury University.

Missouri State senior outfielder Lauren Eisenreich poses for a portrait on Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at Killian Field (sparklers were ignited on her bat). Eisenreich’s 26 of her 82 career hits went for extra bases, including eight homeruns.
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Last Week’s Features

Easter break and senioritis stalled my blogging consistency. Here are some photos from last week.

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Freshman Tate Matheny poses for a portrait on Friday, March 22, 2013 in the Bill Rowe Indoor Training Facility at Hammons Field. Matheny is the son of Mike Matheny who serves as manager of the St. Louis Cardinals, played collegiately at Michigan and spent 13 years in the Major Leagues with four different clubs and earned four Gold Glove Awards.

Groundskeeper Adam Edwards trims Knockout Roses on Thursday, March 21, 2013 behind McDonald Arena. The Arbor Day Foundation has declared MSU a “Tree Campus USA.” The award honors universities who have effective campus forest management and for engaging students in conservation goals.

Elizabeth Mach of Missouri State’s dance troupe Inertia stretches before the performance on Friday, March 22, 2013, at Mabee Performing Arts Center at Drury University.

Melissa Huebner, left, and Madalyn Foley of Missouri State’s dance troupe Inertia performs on Friday, March 22, 2013, at Mabee Performing Arts Center at Drury University.

Sarah Greenbaum of Missouri State’s dance troupe Inertia performs on Friday, March 22, 2013, at Mabee Performing Arts Center at Drury University.

MVC Tournament Outtakes

After the free media lunch, I had some time to kill until our 6 p.m. tipoff last night.

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Creighton plays Drake on Friday, March 8, 2013 in the Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

Creighton’s Gregory Echenique dunks over Drake on Friday, March 8, 2013 in the Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

Creighton’s Alex Olsen dribbles at center court on Friday, March 8, 2013 in the Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

MVC basketball fans walk around the concourse on Friday, March 8, 2013 in the Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

Members of local news stations take a break outside on Friday, March 8, 2013 in the Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

A St. Louis Blues washer cleans clothes on Friday, March 8, 2013 in the Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

Bears’ Season Ends with MVC Tournament Loss to Wichita State

Missouri State’s two-game winning streak was cut short when it mattered the most last night, losing 69-59 to No. 2 MVC seed Wichita State in a hard-fought game at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. Personally, I am glad that we at least made it past the first round or else this trip would have been somewhat of a waste, but it was promising to see the amount of heart the team showed despite their awful season.

Here are some frames of the action and emotion.

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Wichita State fans cheer during the MVC Tournament game between Missouri State and Wichita State on Friday, March 8, 2013, at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. MSU lost 69-59, finishing the season with a record of 11-22 and 7-11 in the MVC.

Missouri State’s Keith Pickens shoots over Wichita State’s Carl Hall (22) and Cleanthony Early (11) during the MVC Tournament game between Missouri State and Wichita State on Friday, March 8, 2013, at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. MSU lost 69-59, finishing the season with a record of 11-22 and 7-11 in the MVC.

Missouri State’s Keith Pickens reacts after making a basket while fouled against Wichita State during the MVC Tournament on Friday, March 8, 2013, at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. MSU lost 69-59, finishing the season with a record of 11-22 and 7-11 in the MVC.

Missouri State’s Anthony Downing laughs with Keith Pickens during the MVC Tournament game between Missouri State and Wichita State on Friday, March 8, 2013, at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. MSU lost 69-59, finishing the season with a record of 11-22 and 7-11 in the MVC.

Wichita State’s Carl Hall reacts to making a basket while fouled during the MVC Tournament game between Missouri State and Wichita State on Friday, March 8, 2013, at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. MSU lost 69-59, finishing the season with a record of 11-22 and 7-11 in the MVC.

Wichita State’s Tekele Cotton dunks the ball during the MVC Tournament game between Missouri State and Wichita State on Friday, March 8, 2013, at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. MSU lost 69-59, finishing the season with a record of 11-22 and 7-11 in the MVC.

Missouri State’s Christian Kirk battles Wichita State’s Ron Baker for a loose ball during the MVC Tournament game between Missouri State and Wichita State on Friday, March 8, 2013, at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. MSU lost 69-59, finishing the season with a record of 11-22 and 7-11 in the MVC.

Missouri State’s Keith Pickens reacts to his basket while fouled during the MVC Tournament game between Missouri State and Wichita State on Friday, March 8, 2013, at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. MSU lost 69-59, finishing the season with a record of 11-22 and 7-11 in the MVC.

Missouri State head coach Paul Lusk yells to his players during the MVC Tournament game between Missouri State and Wichita State on Friday, March 8, 2013, at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. MSU lost 69-59, finishing the season with a record of 11-22 and 7-11 in the MVC.

Missouri State’s Christian Kirk battles Wichita State’s Carl Hall (22) and Jake White (50) for a rebound during the MVC Tournament game between Missouri State and Wichita State on Friday, March 8, 2013, at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. MSU lost 69-59, finishing the season with a record of 11-22 and 7-11 in the MVC.

Missouri State head coach Paul Lusk talks with the referee about a call against his team during the MVC Tournament game between Missouri State and Wichita State on Friday, March 8, 2013, at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. MSU lost 69-59, finishing the season with a record of 11-22 and 7-11 in the MVC.

Missouri State’s Anthony Downing pulls in a rebound against Wichita State’s Jake White during the MVC Tournament game between Missouri State and Wichita State on Friday, March 8, 2013, at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. MSU lost 69-59, finishing the season with a record of 11-22 and 7-11 in the MVC.

Missouri State’s Nathan Scheer reacts after fouling out against Wichita State during the MVC Tournament on Friday, March 8, 2013, at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. MSU lost 69-59, finishing the season with a record of 11-22 and 7-11 in the MVC.

Missouri State’s Nathan Scheer reacts as time expires during the MVC Tournament game between Missouri State and Wichita State on Friday, March 8, 2013, at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. MSU lost 69-59, finishing the season with a record of 11-22 and 7-11 in the MVC.

Missouri State’s Keith Pickens defends Wichita State’s Cleanthony Early during the MVC Tournament game between Missouri State and Wichita State on Friday, March 8, 2013, at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. MSU lost 69-59, finishing the season with a record of 11-22 and 7-11 in the MVC.

Wichita State’s Ron Baker reacts to a call during the MVC Tournament game between Missouri State and Wichita State on Friday, March 8, 2013, at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. MSU lost 69-59, finishing the season with a record of 11-22 and 7-11 in the MVC.

Missouri State’s Anthony Downing passes the ball as he steps out-of-bounds during the MVC Tournament game between Missouri State and Wichita State on Friday, March 8, 2013, at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. MSU lost 69-59, finishing the season with a record of 11-22 and 7-11 in the MVC.

Missouri State’s Keith Pickens hugs Nathan Scheer after he stepped off the court for the last time during the MVC Tournament game between Missouri State and Wichita State on Friday, March 8, 2013, at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. MSU lost 69-59, finishing the season with a record of 11-22 and 7-11 in the MVC.

Missouri State’s Keith Pickens walks off the floor for the last time after the MVC Tournament game between Missouri State and Wichita State on Friday, March 8, 2013, at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. MSU lost 69-59, finishing the season with a record of 11-22 and 7-11 in the MVC.

Missouri State head coach Paul Lusk reacts in the press conference after the MVC Tournament game between Missouri State and Wichita State on Friday, March 8, 2013, at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. MSU lost 69-59, finishing the season with a record of 11-22 and 7-11 in the MVC.

Bears Escape SIU to Advance in MVC Tournament

I arrived at Scottrade Center incredibly late because of the awfully slow MetroLink that I rode from the airport (near my hotel) to the arena. I sprinted to the press entrance to swipe my credential from the stack before heading onto the floor to find my designated spot about two minutes until tipoff. Phew!

Our men’s basketball team played their hardest tonight, and it showed in the final score. It is great that my stay in St. Louis isn’t short-lived like last year’s MVC Tournament, but the win meant my spring break has been cut a day short!

I am looking forward to tomorrow’s 6 p.m. game against Wichita State and hope to capture more emotion than in this game.

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SIU’s Desmar Jackson stretches before the MVC play-in game on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

Missouri State’s Nathan Scheer looks for a turnover call during the MVC play-in game between Missouri State and Southern Illinois on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

SIU’s Jeff Early reacts after making a basket while fouled during the MVC play-in game between Missouri State and Southern Illinois on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

Missouri State’s Gavin Thurman has the ball stripped by SIU’s Desmar Jackson during the MVC play-in game between Missouri State and Southern Illinois on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

Missouri State’s Tomie Aromona goes up for a shot against SIU’s Jeff Early during the MVC play-in game between Missouri State and Southern Illinois on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

Missouri State’s Anthony Downing goes up for a shot past SIU’s Davante Drinkard during the MVC play-in game between Missouri State and Southern Illinois on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

Missouri State’s Tomie Aromona knocks the ball loose from SIU’s Colby Long during the MVC play-in game between Missouri State and Southern Illinois on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

An SIU fan waves a cardboard cutout during the MVC play-in game between Missouri State and Southern Illinois on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

SIU’s Dantiel Daniels reacts after being fouled during the MVC play-in game between Missouri State and Southern Illinois on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

Missouri State’s Marcus Marshall loses control of the ball during the MVC play-in game between Missouri State and Southern Illinois on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

Missouri State’s Christian Kirk loses control of the ball against SIU’s Jeff Early during the MVC play-in game between Missouri State and Southern Illinois on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

SIU’s Jeff Early reacts after he received his third foul against Missouri State during the MVC play-in game between Missouri State and Southern Illinois on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

Missouri State’s Anthony Downing battles SIU’s Anthony Beane for a loose ball during the MVC play-in game between Missouri State and Southern Illinois on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

Missouri State’s Anthony Downing is helped up by Nathan Scheer, left, and Keith Pickens during the MVC play-in game between Missouri State and Southern Illinois on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

Missouri State’s Dorrian Williams and the bench react to a three-pointer during the MVC play-in game between Missouri State and Southern Illinois on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

Missouri State’s Marcus Marshall reacts with Christian Kirk after increasing their lead during the MVC play-in game between Missouri State and Southern Illinois on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

Missouri State’s Marcus Marshall attempts a foul shot during the MVC play-in game between Missouri State and Southern Illinois on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

Missouri State’s Marcus Marshall tries to knock the ball away from SIU’s Kendal Brown-Surles during the MVC play-in game between Missouri State and Southern Illinois on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

Fans wave cardboard cutouts during a free throw during the MVC play-in game between Missouri State and Southern Illinois on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

SIU’s Diamond Taylor, back, and Colby Long react after their loss during the MVC play-in game between Missouri State and Southern Illinois on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

Missouri State’s Anthony Downing is greeted by coach Paul Lusk as time expires in the Bears 61-53 win against Southern Illinois during the MVC play-in game on Thursday, March 7, 2013 at Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

Bears Victorious on Senior Night

The men’s basketball team earned an overdue conference win 64-56 this weekend against Bradley to secure a No. 7 seed in the MVC tournament. It also concluded my shooting career in JQH Arena. Although it is just a game of basketball, the last four years of photographing almost all the home Bears and Lady Bears games, equaling about 60 total, have really helped me hone my shooting ability. Basketball games at the Q on weekends have given me a sense of confidence behind the camera and practice to story-tell through a series of images. I will never forget sitting next to my friends behind the dashed line on the smooth hardwood floor–or looking like an idiot on TV after flying into the concrete by a sweaty player’s uncontrollable momentum.

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Missouri State’s Keith Pickens reacts during senior day activities on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at JQH Arena. Pickens announced yesterday that he will retire from playing at the end of the season due to chronic knee pain.

Missouri State’s Keith Pickens takes to the floor for the last time with Nathan Scheer on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at JQH Arena. Pickens announced yesterday that he will retire from playing at the end of the season due to chronic knee pain.

Missouri State fans cheer before the start of the game against Bradley on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Marcus Marshall prepares for an inbound pass against Bradley on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Drew Wilson, center, gets a hand on the rebound against Bradley on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s fan section erupts during the game against Bradley on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Bradley’s Will Egolf snags a rebound as Jalen Crawford gets out of the way on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Keith Pickens battles Bradley’s Tyshon Pickett for a rebound on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Keith Pickens reacts after fouling out during his last game on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at JQH Arena. Pickens announced yesterday that he will retire from playing at the end of the season due to chronic knee pain.

Missouri State’s Nathan Scheer is greeted by his teammates after a timeout is called on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Anthony Downing shakes fans’ hands as he exits JQH Arena on Saturday, March 2, 2013 after his senior game win.

Missouri State diver Zach Wheeler does “the worm” while participating in a Harlem Shake video shoot after the basketball game on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Event staff clean the arena after the Missouri State men’s basketball game against Bradley on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Lady Bears Top Evansville, 66-63

The Lady Bears came out strong on Saturday, but the game came down to the wire. Thankfully it ended as a win, furthering themselves in the conference standings and sealing my last home Lady Bear game of my college career. I think I have photographed more women’s basketball games during my four years at MSU than any other sport. Even though they are just 40 minute games every week during the winter months, it has really helped me develop my skills of shooting on a deadline, always keeping my camera up, looking for photos besides game action and capturing emotion.

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Evansville’s Laura Friday is announced prior to the game on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Karly Buer recovers a rebound against Evansville’s Laura Friday (13) and Mallory Ladd (54) on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Evansville head coach Oties Epps complains to the referee on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Tyonna Snow strips Evansville’s Laura Friday of the ball on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State head coach Nyla Milleson reacts after a successful play on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Fans extend their arms to catch a free t-shirt on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Evansville celebrates a comeback as the buzzer sounds to end the first half on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State gathers together after a timeout on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Kenzie Williams puts up a shot on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Evansville’s Kat Taylor reacts after draining a three-pointer on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Karly Buer, center, gathers the Lady Bears together at half court to celebrate their win over Evansville on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Snow’s 29 Points Propel Lady Bears to Victory

It was a little awkward at JQH Arena tonight with only 800 fans since the icy roads forced people to stay at home. Luckily, the Lady Bears secured a much-needed conference win despite the lack of applause.

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Icicles dangle from a bear sculpture outside of JQH Arena on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013.

Two student workers mop the main entrance on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Christiana Shorter runs into the press row as SIU’s Ariel Haynes tried to regain possession of the ball on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Christiana Shorter rebounds the ball against SIU’s Jordyn Courier on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s NiJay Gaines watches SIU’s Sidney Goins loose control of the ball on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Tyonna Snow reacts after stealing and converting the ball twice in a row on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Desiree Phillips is run out of bounds by SIU’s Cartaesha Macklin on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013 at JQH Arena.

SIU’s Azia Washington smacks Missouri State’s Tyonna Snow in the face as she tries to put up a shot on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Pride Band performs at halftime on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Anthony Downing dances with members of the football team and the Sugar Bears at halftime on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013 at JQH Arena.

SIU’s Ariel Haynes pulls in a rebound on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Tyonna Snow runs into her sister and teammate Bry Snow on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013 at JQH Arena.

The SIU bench reacts after their teammate drained a 3-pointer on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Kenzie Williams watches the ball go out of bounds while fending off SIU’s Ariel Haynes on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Tyonna Snow can’t pull in a long pass as SIU’s Cartaesha Macklin attempts to swat it away on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013 at JQH Arena.

SIU’s Azia Washington holds an injured shoulder after a play on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013 at JQH Arena.

SIU’s Cartaesha Macklin reacts after throwing a pass out of bounds on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Whitney Edie reacts after making a basket while fouled on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Steph Anderson | Photojournalist

Category Archives: Sports

Bears Comeback Ends Short in 5-4 Loss to Mizzou

MSU Welcomes New Lady Bears Head Coach

Soccer, Softball and Hiking

Last Week’s Features

MVC Tournament Outtakes

Bears’ Season Ends with MVC Tournament Loss to Wichita State

Bears Escape SIU to Advance in MVC Tournament

Bears Victorious on Senior Night

Lady Bears Top Evansville, 66-63

Snow’s 29 Points Propel Lady Bears to Victory