Sept 26, 2002 Online Since 1996 Vol 77 No. 9
Mountaineers go head-to-head with Bulldogs, begin SoCon play Josh Dernosek
Sports Beat

Josh Brown | Chief Photographer
Quarterback Joe Burchette (16) hands off to junior runningback Sean Jackson (24). Jackson recently rushed for a career-high of 151 yards during last weekend’s victory over Liberty.
    A Southern Conference opponent finally makes the trip to Boone Saturday as The Citadel marches to Appalachian State from Charleston, S.C. They seek a taste of what the No. 5 Mountaineers have to offer.
   Appalachian (2-1) comes off of a tough victory over Liberty University last Saturday in Virginia while the Bulldogs (1-2) are coming to Boone after losing to a visiting Western Carolina team last weekend.
   After last year’s 8-6 victory in South Carolina, head coach Jerry Moore is anticipating the Bulldogs will show up ready to play this weekend.
Mountaineers adapt to life without senior quarterback Joe Burchette Jennifer Brannock
    Staff Writer
Mountaineers look to expand program, continue success  

Monica Geraci| The Appalachian
ASU’s Mountain Biking Club is currently in fourth place out of eight schools competing in Division I ACC races. 		   Rocky terrain, steep drops and catastrophic collisions are just a few of the obstacles facing Appalachian State University’s Mountain Biking Club as they race through the Appalachian Mountains each weekend.
   Each weekend, beginning at the start of the school year and continuing through late October, members of Appalachian’s Mountain Biking Club participate in Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) races in various locations ranging from West Virginia to Boone.
   Competitions consist of mountainous terrain, ranging from 20 to 30 miles, and averaging a 7,000 to 8,000 foot climb per race. Races typically last between one-and-a-half to two hours.
   Collegiate mountain bike races are divided into three divisions ranging in competitiveness: A, which is the most competitive and professional; B, which is still competitive; and C, geared more towards beginners and those seeking more fun than competition.
Intramural sports offer competitive play at all levels for student athletes Allie Woods
Sports Beat
Upon acceptance to college, most students are filled with excitement and anticipation. They continue to live their lives as normal high school seniors by zoning out in class, going to the prom and for some participating in athletics.
As the various seasons end, no one thinks much of it at the time. Everyone goes to graduation, has as much fun as possible over the summer and then swears to keep in touch as they go their separate ways.
It is at this time a void enters some students’ lives: not the void that you feel when you realize mom’s cooking really is good.
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