The Panther Prints March 5, 1996

Playoff Diary

winning goal, as the Panthers hung on to win 1-0 and take the series advancing into the semi-finals to take on the Blue Eagles. 3

UPEI vs UDM

Okay, so may be I am not the avid hockey fan. I didn't go to these games, but my trusty correspondent and the news filled me in. The first game was in Moncton. In spite of being down a couple of goals and having potatoes thrown at them, the Panthers rallied and gained a come from behind victory. Scoring for the Panthers were Skilliter (2), MacPherson (3), Harding, Ertel and Power.

The second game was at the Sherwood Sportsplex. Just in case you ' hadn't realized it, there was a hockey game as well as a fight. The game was close, and went into overtime. With thirty seconds left in OT, Ertel rifled a shot over the shoulder of the Moncton goalie, and picked the top corner. No doubt everyone knows of the incidents that happened afterwards. I missed it, but I am not bitter. Also scoring were Walker and Power. The win advanced the Panthers to the conference finals against the Acadia Axeman.

UPEI vs Acadia

As of press time, this series was not over, but here is my adventure so far. The Panthers travelled to Acadia on Feb 28 for game one. I, along with several other fans, travelled there to cheer the guys on. First comment is the really bad seats we were stuck in. We were way down on one side of the ice,

_ and could barely see the play if it went down to the other end. My understand- ing, along with most of the others, was that we would sit behind our players bench to cheer them on, but that was not to be. So, we had to stretch and strain to see the game, and put up with rude and downright annoying kids.

Now, that I have that off my chest, the game. The Panthers scored first, in what would turn into a tight but high scoring match. The Axemen Seemed to get the jump on the Panthers after our first goal. The Panthers Continued to come back, overcoming a

two goal deficit. They tied it up for the final time in the third, sending the game into aten minute overtime period. The Panthers had many opportunities, but just couldn't seem to score. Johnson was solid in the net, until Acadia scored with about forty seconds left. The Panthers’ goals were scored by Kowan, White (2), Nelson, Lavoie; and Wilson.

The Panther fans quickly headed out hoping to make the 2:00 am boat. Most of them did, but my van didn't. Not only did we miss the 2:00, but we also couldn't get the freight crossing, so we had to wait at Tormentine for the 6:30. Even though we lost, we had a good game, and the series is not over. The only problem is that by the time this comes out, it will be over, so, I will be a week behind. Anyway, as of press time, the Panthers have two games against Acadia. I predict, as a loyal fan should, that we will win, but you will have to wait for a couple of weeks to hear about any further adventures. Until then, Go Panthers Go!

WHAT REALLY MATTERS

by Faith Hunter

Less than an hour to go before the deadline for submissions, and I still have only a general sense of what I'd like to say. However, seeing as the Editor told me they are underloaded this week, I decided I'd better give my topic a fair shot before concluding that my column would temporarily go AWOL. This week, I'd like to spend my time talking (well, writing) to you about something that has bothered me for a long time: the attitudes surrounding the Panther Prints (and the X-Press, back in the good 'ol days when that was the name -- oh, nostalgia).

Before the break, the Panther Prints published a sexuality supple- ment which included a "Corruption Quiz". Now, after all the vacations and movies and relaxing days of spring break, people are still talking

Dig This!

The Soc/ Anth Newsletter by Michael Drake I have had a song in my head

these past few days, a classic song, sung at countless sporting events and other such competitions. It is called “We Are The Champions”. Why is it resounding in my head? Well, after the society pub crawl two weeks ago, just about every- thing I hear resounds in my head and usually quite painfully. I don't recall

- much about the evening. . . thus, it must

have been a success. That, boys and girls is what we call "King’s County logic”.

Well, I hope everyone's break was fun and exciting, chock full of carnival festivities and vulgar partying. Mine was, at any rate. I also hope everyone did well on their midterms -- after all, hope does supposedly spring eternal in the human breast, even when it is not worth a darn.

One major point of news this week, if you have not been notified already. The society jackets have now arrived at Mark’s Work Wearhouse. Drop by the store and pick them up. Remember, society crests will be embroidered through the bookstore.

Also, the resource centre is now functioning in the lounge. It's purpose is to provide information on the various graduate school options open to us after we achieve our degrees. It is intended to help students in choosing a program and school suitable to them without all the work usually involved. Thanks to Amanda MacIntyre and myself, who spent lots of time preparing letters, getting addresses and the general pain in

~ the butt legwork involved. Thanks also

to Jenn and Erin for all their help.

Well, that is all folks. And remem- ber, when on a pub crawl, keep a written copy of your address in your wallet --

about this quiz (along with the sex survey and the controversial profes- sor ratings). Some found it amusing, others considered it distasteful, and still others were utterly offended.

I find myself somewhere in the middle. I was not opposed to the quiz itself, nor did-I mind the explic- itness of the material, but I think it is lamentable that the test contained swearing and was presented in such a sensationalized and even vulgar way. I would not protest its publication (though I understand why some would), but neither would I endorse it or try to contend that its motivations were admirable. Enter- tainment is one thing, but one need not be obscene and ribald in order to amuse. However, as a senior (i.e. someone who has spent four years observing and participating in UPEI

life), and a regular reader and con- tributor who has seen the newspaper publish dull articles, review things unworthy of space, and run cartoons which simply weren't funny, I do find the discussion heartening. Why?, you ask. Well, I'm just happy that, if nothing else, it has people's attention focused (more than usual) on our newspaper and has both critics and supporters alike debating the issue of what should and should not be included in a university publication.

Although there are always those who dislike our coverage, I have sensed a huge increase in criticism and outright complaints over the past year. Students gripe about how badly the paper "sucks" and even professors often frown at the mention of its title. This in itself does not bother me -- people are entitled to their opinions -- but the method of complaint and the all-out blackballing seems to me to be a little immature for an educated readership. And so, through my rambling column, I will give a word of advice to those who scorn the Panther Prints (I realize that many will not read these words, as they are

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