Pe Sik THE MICHIGAN DAILY Saturday, August 31, 1968 age x... 7 ti Canham cools ines Fie id disp ute '" i I i ' i SUIV\I l pit ' 409 By DIANA ROMANCHUK and STU STEIN The administration has finally taken a giant step in relieving an old problem. After many years of dissatis- faction and conflict, the Intra- mural program, club sports, and the band are starting to get some results. The renovation of Wines Field is the first step toward the improvement of present facili- ties. In the past, Intramurals have suffered from a lack of facilities, and club sports have long been neglected with regard to space al- lotments. Even the band, which was promised a practice area of its own, has had, to contend with a growing field shortage. Why has this problem evolved? Growth and a standstill in the building processes are major rea- sons. In the past fifteen years, uni- versity enrollment has doubled. Likewise, the number' of teams competing in the IM program and thereby the games scheduled, has gone up tremendously. Yet, no new intramural facilities have been constructed to handle the rising campus demand, The most crucial need has been and is for playing fields. The in- ception of club sports like rugby, soccer, and lacrosse- non exist- ent 15 years ago-have heighten- ed an already overcrowded situ- ation. Each year, over 180 touch foot- ball teams compete in the IM tourney. As of last season, there were only five fields available for' over six hundred students. Three of these fields were without light- ing, meaning no night scheduling. The two remaining fields were at Wines, the only lighted field on the campus, exempting the stadium. The IM's not only had to share it with the expanding club sports participants but also with the marching band. According to a previous agree- ment between Dr. Revelli and the' athletic department, thd Wolver- ine band practices on Wines Field and can prevent anyone from using it. Bob Gilson, the president of the Lacrosse Club, has also.pointed out a reason for the decline in available fields. "The athletic administration," claims Gillon, "has encroached on intramurals. They've taken four or five fields on the'athletic cam- pus which haven't been replaced." Thus, in order to provide needed field space and promote a better relationship between the factions, athletic director Don Canham has made certain improvements at- Wines Field., Put Your tar On A Dirt-Free Diet You know it's clean because you do it yourself . I Wash, Rinse and Wax! wsl coo S Minutes - 25c .u y LIBERTY wo CAR WASH -' a4 1......~ 4 Early in August, the newly formed Michigan Sport Clubs As- sociation (MSCA) protested the first of these moves-the black- topping of a portion of Wines Field. This rarely-used northwest' corner of Wines was paved so the band would have a permanent place to march. As Canham explains, "Every time it rained the band had to' move to another field to practice and this further disrupted the scheduling of intramurals." The MCSA objection was based on the feeling, supported by Pres- ident Robben Fleming, that Wines Field should "be for recreational purposes only." However, there are already plans to spot basketball nets along the asphalt, thus providing sev- eral badly-needed outdoor basket- Miss Loken injured Lani Loken, daughter of gym- nastic coach Newt Loken, suf- fered multiple fractures and abrasions in an automobile ac- cident Thursday in Concord, California while visiting rela- tives. She will be hospitalized there for a month. One week ago, at the Olym- pie diving trials, she' finished fifth on the platform board and ninth at three meters. ball courts.' Moreover, the possibility of ulti- mately moving the band elsewhere and turning Wines FJield over completely to IMs and clubs is being investigated. One way to accomplish this would be) by "astroturV" in the stadium. Since this artificial grass is impossible to wear out, the band could actually practice on the field. Canham, however, stressed that this is only in the discussion stage, and is by no means a de- finite possibility. In the event of the band's de- parture from Wine's Field, there are a variety of possibilities for utilizing the blacktopped surface; more basketball courts can, be added by rubberizing the surface or another football field could be created by tearing out the asphalt.. In addition to the existing lights, Other revisions include more The Ready Reference Guide: Heroes and Villains Life is just a liverwurst sandwich, I once heard, and you have to take another bite every day. It's a pretty poor philosophy, but even I tend to believe it on those' days when from the moment I greet the morning sun I know my noon class will bring on an Excedrin headache. Naturally, it would be a lot simpler if we could instantly classify every situation and person we meet under soine quick heading, avail- able for ready reference and the insertion of a proper facial ekpres- sion and witty comment. This would eliminate those painful moments of recalling facts and circurpstances and making judgments which might have the embarrassing consequence of conflicting with those of your friends. After lengthy and deliberate perusal, I have decided that by contributing some simple thoughts on Michiganvathletics and the persons who directly and indirectly affect the subject, I can perform a great service to my fellow students. By memorizing the following list, one can go on to international relations, comparative literature, and the balance of powers knowing he is safely covered when talk turns to athletics. I might even start something really big, like instant primers on all of the above, but for now the world will have to be satisfied with the Brown Handy Reference Guide to Michigan Athletics: 1\N...vm 4 Site of t 318 W. Liberty St., OPEN 2 HOURS !w- -11 H a. r. t s { ' ,, y ., 1 ' 1 .. i 0 A GUITAR STUIIIO INSTRUMENTS ACCESSORIES LESSONS I nstruments MADE & REPAIRED 209 South State (upstairs)1 665-8001 most najor manufacturers, appeared on ines and newspapers. I lighting and a sprinkler system. New posts were installed on the two dark sides of the field for greater illumination. To. eliminate' some of the extremely muddy field conditions which so often hinder- ed play last year, a drainage sys- tem was put in. However, the most important renovation of all was the enlarge- ment of the field space, brought on by the leveling of a small hill. Yet, numerous problems are still in evidence. As Gillon points out, "the rubber outlets for the sprin- kling system are still three or four inches above ground.'" Furthermore, the entire area was seeded in rye a month ago. Nevertheless,, the IM touch foot-: ball season will open on Septem- ber 17 with Wines Field as a site of competition. Because of premature use, many expect the field to be ruined by winter, but it is imperative that the IM's and clubs start on Wines as soon as possible. Next year, further measures can be taken to insure a better long-lasting turf. While trying to achieve the best placement of grass fields at s: B Ilboard,-. Officials are needed for In- tramural softball. A meeting for interested persons will be held Tuesday, Sept. 3, at 7 p.m. at the IM building. 4 Conflict Wines, the athletic department' has also run into some difficulties.' On this subject, Canham favors a proposal' which calls for two rugby-soccer fields (wider than football) parallel to South Divi- sion, and one IM regulation touch football field at right angles. When the clubs are not using the two larger fields, three gridirons could be superimposed, thus in- creasing IM scheduling possibili- ties.. % Internationally known and recommended by television, and featured in many .major magaz r t t s ..w ---------- i F WELCOME STUDENTS! " DISTINCTIVE COLLEGIATE HAIRSTYLING for Men- And Women- OPEN 6 DAYS THE DASCOLA BARBERS Near Michigan Theatre Since this plan makes maximum use of the available area, one of! the requests of the MSCA during their protest, they should also approve the idea. However, no definite plan has been decided upon yet. Mr .Can- ham is leaving the final decision up to the Advisory Committee on Intramurals, Recreation, and Club Sports. As chairman of t'he committee, he will recommend approval of the field plan at next Friday's meeting. As this is the first official meet- ing of the body, one of' the new divisions of the Athletic Depart-, ment restructuring, it has no rules of procedure. Canham, however, plans to t overlook this and attempt to deal with the pressing matters first. Formal organization can wait until decisions like Wines Field are settled. Though the committee's powers are defined as advisory, Canham insists that their influence will' be "considerable". "I'd be foolish if I didn't take their advice," he commented.! "They, not me, are the ones who know the needs and problems of these groups." i Among the four students ap- pointed to the committee are IMartha Dumford, president of the Women's Athletic Association and David Mildner, captain of the rugby team. Intramurals are rep- resented by Director Rodney Grambeau. 6anham and the committee will be dealing with such matters as the overall planning of future facilities, money appropriations, and improvement of present fa- cilities. A new policy has been ini- tiated; the first step has been taken. And the future holds still! greater promise. DON CANHAM-A good guy. Athletic Director Canham may do for Michigan athletics what Maidenform did for the female ego. Get a little excited when a friend mentions him, and predict ridiculous things like Rose Bowl trips before you graduate. RUGBY-Since you'll be hearing this ;strange word more and more, get used to donning something of a Continental aspect, and throw around words like "serum" and "bird." Learn to like keg beer if you don't now, and speak violently of professionalism in collegiate athletics. DOC LOSH-If you are a sophomore or above, chuckle know- ingly and remember your seat in Aud. A. If a freshman, express sorrow over missing one of the great educational experiences of this age. If an athlete, remain above comment but smile wistfully. INTRAMURALS-A sneer is in order, followed by extempo- raneous outburusts of original explitives. Avoid mention of .your high school letters, and denounce bitterly the condition of Waterman Gym. Recall Mr. Paul's basketball class and wonder aloud why they let all those All-Staters in. NEWT LOKEN-Michigan's gymnastics coach and one of the all-time good guys. Speak of him as a rich uncle, only sound sincere. Be sure to know Dave Jacobs, too. You should join the Markley Fan Club if a freshman girl. LACROSSE-An Indian word for anarchy, now being used to identify a game for ex-anarchists looking for a sociably- acceptable outlet for their emotions. Sprout a handlebar mus- tache if you use the word often, and come from an Eastern pro. school. THE INTRAMURAL ADVISORY BOARD-Something new, but don't get caught flatfooted when it is mentioned. See IM's (above). Mention student involvement in decision making, then wonder aloud why it took so long for people to"get interested when you were so outspoken all along, Suggest the possibility of a new IM building to incredulous listeners. DAVID MILDNER-Be British. See RUGBY (above). In- clude his name when discussing campus radicals. Possess at least one typewritten letter of no less than seven pages (carbons are acceptable) signed by Mildner. Express with words like "ruddy" and "jolly good" your support for the Wines Field pickete s, and praise Mildner loudly for standing up to tlose "baddy" adminis- trators. THE BIG TEN-Know all of the schools which are members, carefully excluding Chicago and Notre Dame. Recall vociferously Michigan's days of glory as a gridiron powerhouse when your great-uncle went here. Maintain vigorously that Big Ten football is still the class of the nation, but avoid statistical confronta- tions. DAVE WEIR-The. Daily's radical-in-residence (literally) and renowned sports editor. Quote his stories anid columns ex- clusively. Take at least one journalism class with him. Be the first to spot him at a cocktail party and the last to say hello. Frown sadly when you pass him on campus and comment phi- losophically on his pallid complection-a result of his hysterical search for truth in a vicious society. Admittedly, this is hardly a comprehensive review of the Mich- igan athletic scene. Most students, however, should find it invaluable as a reference guide to the world of the Wolverines. to know about Michigan athletics, in which case you should immedi- ately contact Don Canham or Dave Weir. Mr. Canham has proved himself open to any and all constructive criticism, and Dave could stand a refresher course. 4* CUSTOM SANDALS Individually Fitted and Designed 35 Styles-all$ 15.00 218 E. 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