Lady Bears Can’t Catch Up in Annual Pink Game

This was probably my weakest shooting game of the season. Luckily the Lady Bears were wearing cool jerseys to make up for my off night.

Steph Anderson | The Standard

Fans make their way through the main entrance before the women’s basketball breast cancer awareness game between Missouri State and UNI on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

Fans find their seats before the women’s basketball breast cancer awareness game between Missouri State and UNI on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

The Missouri State Lady Bears gather together for a pre game talk and prayer before their breast cancer awareness game against UNI on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

The Missouri State Lady Bears enter the arena floor before their breast cancer awareness game against UNI on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

The Missouri State Lady Bears listen to the national anthem before their breast cancer awareness game against UNI on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

Missouri State’s Kenzie Williams battles UNI’s Hannah Schonhardt for a loose ball during their breast cancer awareness game on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

UNI head coach Tanya Warren talks to her players on the floor during the breast cancer awareness game on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

Missouri State’s Tyonna Snow passes the ball up court after stealing it from UNI’s Hannah Schonhardt during the breast cancer awareness game on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

Missouri State’s Christiana Shorter muscles past UNI’s Jess McDowell (15) and Brooke Brown (22) during the breast cancer awareness game on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

Missouri State’s Bry Snow muscles past UNI’s Jacqui Kalin during the breast cancer awareness game on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

Missouri State head coach Nyla Milleson yells to her players during the breast cancer awareness game on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

Country artist Candy Coburn performs her song “Pink Warrior” at halftime during the breast cancer awareness game on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

Breast cancer survivors listen to country artist Candy Coburn as she performs her song “Pink Warrior” at halftime during the breast cancer awareness game on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

A breast cancer survivor receives a hug from country artist Candy Coburn after she performed her song “Pink Warrior” at halftime during the breast cancer awareness game on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

Missouri State’s Tyonna Snow fires up while playing defense against UNI during the breast cancer awareness game on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

UNI’s Amber Kirschbaum screams after she drained a basket during the breast cancer awareness game on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

A fan enjoys the breast cancer awareness game on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

UNI’s Jacqui Kalin, left, and Amber Kirschbaum, center fight for a rebound during the breast cancer awareness game on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

Missouri State’s Desiree Phillips maneuvers around UNI’s Jen Keitel during a free throw during the breast cancer awareness game on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

UNI’s bench celebrates a three-pointer during the breast cancer awareness game on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

Missouri State’s Christiana Shorter maneuvers around UNI’s Jen Keitel during the breast cancer awareness game on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

A fan enjoys the breast cancer awareness game on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

Fans watch from the upper bowl during the breast cancer awareness game on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

The Missouri State Pride Band attempts to distract UNI’s Jacqui Kalin while she makes a free throw during the breast cancer awareness game on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

Missouri State’s Karly Buer reacts after fouling out late in the breast cancer awareness game on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

Missouri State head coach Nyla Milleson reacts during the press conference after the breast cancer awareness game on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU lost 82-78.

Legendary Coach, Title IX and Big Lady Bear Win

Today proved to be a great showcase of women’s athletics at JQH. Missouri State won 91-76 over Illinois State, women’s basketball legendary coach Cheryl Burnett had an honorary jersey celebration at halftime and past female MSU student-athletes were recognized during the pregame for the 40th anniversary of Title IX.

It was great to see the girls rebound tremendously from their sloppy game Friday, especially on this monumental day in MSU athletics. I was so glad to be a part of it all. Congratulations to all involved in the ceremonies and in the win. Just like our athletics department’s slogan, and as cheesy as it sounds, it was a great day to be a Bear.

Steph Anderson | The Standard

Past female student-athletes wave their letters on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013 at JQH Arena to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Title IX.

Missouri State athletic director Kyle Moats hands letters to past female student-athletes on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013 at JQH Arena to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Title IX.

Past female student-athletes wave their letters on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013 at JQH Arena to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Title IX.

Four young basketball fans listen to the national anthem before the game between Missouri State and Illinois State on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Desiree Phillips dances with Christiana Shorter during their pre-game huddle on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Karly Buer finishes her shot after she was fouled by Illinois State’s Jamie Russell on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Karly Buer battles Illinois State’s Candace Sykes for a loose rebound on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Lady Bear great Jackie Stiles embraces Cheryl Burnett as she is recognized at halftime with an honorary jersey banner presentation on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State women’s basketball legendary coach Cheryl Burnett speaks during halftime while an honorary jersey is unveiled on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State women’s basketball legendary coach Cheryl Burnett pauses for a moment with MVC Senior Associate Commissioner Patty Viverito on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State head coach Nyla Milleson yells to Karly Buer during the game against Illinois State on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Kenzie Williams is fouled by Illinois State’s Alexis Jenkins on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Christiana Shorter reacts with Kenzie Williams after being fouled on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Desiree Phillips steals the ball from Illinois State’s Jamie Russell on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Kenzie Williams attempts to block a layup by Illinois State’s Jamie Russell on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State’s Whitney Edie has her shot tipped by Illinois State’s Candace Sykes on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Missouri State women’s basketball legendary coach Cheryl Burnett whistles while time expires in the game between Missouri State and Illinois State on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013 at JQH Arena. MSU won 91-76.

Missouri State women’s basketball legendary coach Cheryl Burnett is embraced by former athletics director Bill Rowe and Senior Associate Director of Athletics Casey Comoroski Hunt during a reception in the Prime Overtime Club on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013 at JQH Arena.

Tenacious Tandem

Everyday when I leave journalism classes from Craig Hall, I walk past a giant wall of 70′s looking glass blocks that sort of resemble ice cubes. I thought it would be an awesome backdrop for an ice hockey portrait when lit with a blue-gelled flash. I am so glad it turned out the way I wanted, and the Ryan brothers were great guys to work with!

Steph Anderson | The Standard

Missouri State Ice Bears Jack Ryan, left and brother Blake Ryan pose for a portrait on Friday, Nov. 30, 2012 in front of Karls Hall. The Ryans have combined to score seven shorthanded goals this season on the penalty kill and nine goals between them on the power play.

Blues and Bears

St. Louis Blues head coach Ken Hitchcock, hall-of-famer Al MacInnis, color analyst and NBC “NHL on NBC” reporter Darren Pang and video coach Danny Brooks signed autographs and conducted practice for the Missouri State Ice Bears on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park.

Fans were encouraged to bring a food item or a toy to the practice session to benefit The Kitchen organization in Springfield.

I wore my Pittsburgh Penguins Marc-Andre Fleury t-shirt, but Ken and the gang didn’t seem to be bothered by it. It was great to see some of the NHL’s greatest come down to Springfield to boost hockey morale.

Steph Anderson | The Standard

St. Louis Blues video coach Danny Brooks signs a fan’s jersey on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park. Members of the Blues organization conducted a practice for the Missouri State Ice Bears.

St. Louis Blues head coach Ken Hitchcock signs hockey sticks on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park. Members of the Blues organization conducted a practice for the Missouri State Ice Bears.

St. Louis Blues commentator Darren Pang makes a joke with a young fan during the autograph session on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park. Members of the Blues organization conducted a practice for the Missouri State Ice Bears.

Curtis Fair, 7, of Battlefield, Mo., watches St. Louis Blues hall-of-famer Al MacInnis sign his hockey stick on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park. Members of the Blues organization conducted a practice for the Missouri State Ice Bears.

St. Louis Blues head coach Ken Hitchcock conducts the Missouri State Ice Bears practice on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park.

St. Louis Blues commentator and ex-goalkeeper for the Chicago Blackhawks Darren Pang talks with Missouri State’s Justin Davis as he and other members of the Blues organization conduct practice on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park.

St. Louis Blues head coach Ken Hitchcock conducts the Missouri State Ice Bears practice on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park.

Fans watched St. Louis Blues members conduct a Missouri State Ice Bears practice on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park.

St. Louis Blues video coach Danny Brooks conducts the Missouri State Ice Bears practice on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park.

Pink Ice

This is the exact type of assignment that I am thankful for my 1D Mark IV. Although the pink ice was a hit among the crowd, it completely threw off my white balance. Its glow ruined every bit of normal looking skin tone, all while I pushed my noise levels at ISO 2500 to keep my shutter around 1/640th for action. Not the ideal situation, but I had a few images I liked.

Steph Anderson | The Standard

A zamboni cleans the pink ice during the pink game to raise money for breast cancer awareness on Friday, Oct. 26, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park. MSU won 13-1.

Missouri State’s Jacob Guthrie is checked by an Iowa defender during the pink game to raise money for breast cancer awareness on Friday, Oct. 26, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park. MSU won 13-1.

Missouri State’s Miguel Franco checks Iowa’s Brendan Collins during the pink game to raise money for breast cancer awareness on Friday, Oct. 26, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park. MSU won 13-1.

Missouri State’s Blake Ryan dekes Iowa goalkeeper Landon Weber during the pink game to raise money for breast cancer awareness on Friday, Oct. 26, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park. MSU won 13-1.

Missouri State’s Blake Ryan celebrates his goal with teammates during the pink game to raise money for breast cancer awareness on Friday, Oct. 26, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park. MSU won 13-1.

The Missouri State Ice Bears take a breather during the first intermission during the pink game to raise money for breast cancer awareness on Friday, Oct. 26, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park. MSU won 13-1.

Sticks with pink tape line the locker room wall during the pink game to raise money for breast cancer awareness on Friday, Oct. 26, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park. MSU won 13-1.

An Ice Bear straps on his helmet before taking the ice for the second period during the pink game to raise money for breast cancer awareness on Friday, Oct. 26, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park. MSU won 13-1.

Missouri State’s Jacob Guthrie is upended by Iowa’s Sean Gray during the pink game to raise money for breast cancer awareness on Friday, Oct. 26, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park. MSU won 13-1.

Missouri State’s Justin Kim embraces his teammates after they scored a goal during the pink game to raise money for breast cancer awareness on Friday, Oct. 26, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park. MSU won 13-1.

Missouri State’s Jack Ryan fights off Iowa’s Conor Flaherty during the pink game to raise money for breast cancer awareness on Friday, Oct. 26, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park.
MSU won 13-1.

Members of the Missouri State Ice Bears warm up after the second intermission during the pink game to raise money for breast cancer awareness on Friday, Oct. 26, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park. MSU won 13-1.

Missouri State’s Justin Davis fist bumps his teammates after they scored a goal during the pink game to raise money for breast cancer awareness on Friday, Oct. 26, 2012 at Mediacom Ice Park. MSU won 13-1.

Lady Bears Dropped by Creighton in MVC Semifinal

The Missouri State Lady Bears held a comfortable early lead before a series of dry spells that helped Creighton’s rally in the second half as they lost 56-47 this afternoon during the MVC Tournament semifinal round at The Family Arena in St. Charles, Mo.

The game included MSU season lows in points (47), shooting percentage (.299) and three-pointers (0).

Creighton’s Carli Tritz proved to be the game changer as she scored 27 of her career-high 29 points in the second half. Casey Garrison led MSU with 18 points and was the only player in double digits.

MSU now waits for NCAA and WNIT selections which will be announced Monday, March 12.

MSU head coach Nyla Milleson is greeted by the pep band while leaving the hotel prior to the game on Saturday, March 10, 2012.

Creighton head coach Jim Flanery high-fives fans before taking the floor on Saturday, March 10, 2012.

MSU’s Bry Snow drives the ball to the hoop on Saturday, March 10, 2012.

Creighton fans cheer on the Bluejays on Saturday, March 10, 2012.

MSU’s Jasmine Malone, left, and Bry Snow, right, steal the ball on Saturday, March 10, 2012.

MSU’s Karly Buer’s shot is blocked by Creighton’s Sarah Nelson on Saturday, March 10, 2012.

MSU’s Jaleshia Roberson reacts after missing a three-pointer on Saturday, March 10, 2012.

Creighton’s Carli Tritz, 21, who made a basket and was fouled on the same play, celebrates with teammates on Saturday, March 10, 2012.

MSU head coach Nyla Milleson talks to the Lady Bears after the game about her frustrations on Saturday, March 10, 2012.

Lacey Boshe, Karly Buer, Nyla Milleson and Casey Garrison hold somber expressions as they answer the media’s questions in the postgame press conference on Saturday, March 10, 2012.

Steph Anderson | Photojournalist

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