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Show ..THE Monday, July 16,2007 DAILY UTAH CHRONICLE 8 RSL EXTENDS ROAD WINLESS STREAK TO 13 GAMES Chronicling the Rocky Mountain Revue The other Jazz rookie ter, taken by the Philadelphia 76ers with the 33rd pick in the 2007 NBA Draft, was overjoyed to learn he had been promptly traded to the Utah Jazz after his selection. Fesenko finished the gamp with two rebounds, an assist and three blocks. Not exactly scintillating numbers, but if there were stats for enthusiasm and energy, Fesenko would average a double-double. During one play, Hawks guard Earl Calloway made a swift spinning move and finished with a lay-up attempt that drew "oohs" and "aahs" from the crowd. One second later, Fesenko swatted the basketball against the glass with such ferocity the crowd roared to life and the block resulted in a quick three-pointer for the Jazz on the other end of the court. Fesenko, who resembles an oversized kid, might become the interior shotblocking presence the Jazz need. While Fesenko has averaged two blocks per game for his career, the 20-year-old altqrs countless other shots and clearly helps to change the game with his surprising mobility that often forces opponents to settle for outside jumpers. He and Jazz defensive specialist Andrei Kirilenko could team up to make a tongue-twisting name for themselves in years to come. Jason Peterson continued from Page 6 points and grabbing nine boards. Jazz fans also got a chance to preview firstround pick Morris Almond. The rookie guard did not disappoint, scoring 12 points on nearly 50-percent shooting from thefield.Almond shot with confidence and used his quick release to his advantage. m.gill@ chronicle.utah.edu program wasn't as visible then as it is now." Hill, of course, is one of the men responsible for steering Utah athletics into the public consciousness. Under his stewardship, men's basketball and football have blossomed—even though both programs have had recent struggles. Back in the pre-Hill days, Ute sports were a blip on the radar screen—if that. Hill helped changed that by hiring talented coaches such as Rick Majerus, Ron McBride and Urban Meyer, and by building state-of-the- During Friday night's exhibition game between the Jazz and Hawks, all eyes were on the rookie who wore a Jazz uniform. The young man checked into the game, played tough defense, hustled and basically flustered opponents' ability to score. He then sat down to numerous high-fives and praises from coaches and teammates. All without scoring a single point. And his name was not Morris Almond. While Almond scored 12 points and generally pleased fans with his debut, it was the other Jazz rookie, Kyrylo Fesenko, who made a splash with his all-out style of play. • The Ukrainian-born cen- Bobby Jones drives through Paul Mi 11 sap's block to draw a foul. Smith scored 19 points for the Sixers in their win against the Jazz. UTE ATHLETICS HAVE GROWN UNDER HILL continued from Page 6 different time," Hill said. "The JAZZ HOPEFULS IN FULL REVUE Advertise for FREE in the Chronicle! All students who are signed up for Utext or who sign up for Utext will recieve 3 free classified advertisements in the Daily Utah Chronicle. This opportunity is valid for the rest of the school year, so if you have anything (books, bikesjpods, computers, etc.) to sell, call the Daily Utah Chronicle to place a free classified! art sports facilities. In order to keep his sanity, Hill tries to maintain a buffer zone between the U and his personal life. "I'm probably not as into it in certain ways as some of our fans are," he said. "I mean, they know all the latest recruits; they read the Internet. I don't do any of that. I'm so close to it that I like to get away from it sometimes." But it's not always easy to get away from Ute sports in Salt Lake City. Fans, even on his days off, spot Hill and assume he's in the mood to discuss some aspect of Utah athletics. "You feel like saying, 'Give me a break,'" Hill said. Though he tries to come across as cool and collected first half of play by pressuring the RSL defense. Real committed 24 fouls, nearly doubling the Wizards' 13. RSL made two changes at the half to help create offense. Andy Williams replaced the newly acquired Chris Wingcontinued from Page 6 ert and Jamie Watson took over for Kyle Brown, who got RSL head coach Jason Kreis. Although his club tacked his first start with RSL. The changes influenced up another game to the loss column, Kreis embraced his play as the second half went more the way of the visiting team's effort. "I don't have much reason team. But it was not enough to hold my head down after as RSL failed to equalize. the game tonight," Kreis said. Kansas City (7-5-4) stepped "When I was coming off the in front of D.C. United in the field tonight I saw all the Eastern Conference standguys with empty tanks." ings with the three-point Rimando may have had result. They now sit only the emptiest tank of all. The one point behind conference keeper faced 20 shots and leader New England. flopped around in the net RSL (1-8-6) took one step like a fish on the beach. closer to completing the "I knew that I would have worst season in MLS history. to make a lot of saves tonight," With only nine points, RSL Rimando said. "(They) just needs five points to pass the kept coming at us." 2001 Tampa Bay team, which Kansas City keeper Kevin accumulated only 14 points Hartman applauded Riman- that season. That club ended up with a record of 4-21-2. do's performance. RSL will next take the field "We have been up against some great goalkeepers in the against two international past few games and Rimando powerhouses—the English was no exception tonight," Premier League's Everton FC on Saturday and South AmeriHartman said. Hartman had an experience can powerhouse Boca Juniors opposite of Rimando's—The on July 24—as part of the secMLS All-Star selection dealt ond annual Xango Cup. with only five shots. j.gilbert@ chronicle,utah.edu Kansas City controlled the during games—always the consummate professional with his tidy haircut and friendly demeanor—there's undoubtedly a part of him that wishes he could jump out of his chair and scream alongside the regular fans. "I'm a pretty competitive person," Hill said. "I'm a lot more emotional than I allow it to happen at this job. I've got to be even-keeled—at least in front of folks—but if I hold it in fairly (well), it's from reaching my more mature years." When he's not putting out fires in the media or crunching numbers in a budget crisis, he's a member of the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Committee. Unless you live under a rock, you're familiar with the committee's work. You know, those famous NCAA tournament brackets that, every March, become the top water cooler topic in the country. Hill is one of 10 members who bleeds, sweats and toils for five days to decide which teams receive coveted No. 1 seeds and which teams are excluded altogether. If you think March Madness is intense from your couch, try being Hill for a day. It's a position that—much like his day job—sets him up for criticism. But after 20 years in the public eye, Hill has learned to take it all in stride. n.dicou@ chronicle.utah.edu TO A 0«0(2)[MTnH10fl for quaffed plasma donations REQUIREMENTS: .18 years of age .Good health •Driver's license .Social Security Card .Proof of current address GEICO. A 15-mintue call could save you 15% on car insurance. Earn up to $290/MO 423 South Wakara Way Suite 208- Salt Lake City 801-583-0488 www.lrfe-sera.com 1 1 Students MUST be signed up for Utext in order to take advantage of this deal. 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