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Utah Too Much For USC

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Suga Brown-Faal
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USC players during Utah vs USC game at the Galen Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Michael Ewing / fi360 News)
USC players during Utah vs USC game at the Galen Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Michael Ewing / fi360 News)
Utah Jordan Loveridge shooting a jumper over Katin Reinhardt during Utah vs USC game at the Galen Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Michael Ewing / fi360 News)
Utah Jordan Loveridge shooting a jumper over Katin Reinhardt during Utah vs USC game at the Galen Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Michael Ewing / fi360 News)

Los Angeles , CA – USC fell victim to a crowd disappointing loss against Utah at The Galen Center, with a final score USC 69 Utah 80.

This was Utah’s game from the gate! They played a inside outside game with their main objective of running out the shot clock. And if they didn’t make the shot they know and was satisfied with the fact that they made USC guard them hard for the complete 30 seconds.  A clever tactic used to kill any USC momentum. It was diabolically effective. The sheer desperation to take control of this game in some way shape or form led USC into foul trouble early in the first half. Utah was also wise enough to play a nice clean game keeping the Trojans off the line. Because that is a prime location USC uses to make their comebacks. Just in case I didn’t paint a vivid enough picture of how much trouble the Trojans were in the only lead they had in the entire game was by 3 points. They only held that lead for 53 seconds in the first half.

USC could do nothing with Utah’s Kyle Poeltl! He had 13 rebounds , hit 11 of 13 from the floor and was 7 of 8 from the line giving him a final game point total of 29 points.

USC Bennie Boatwright with floater in lane on Utah Jayce Johnson during Utah vs USC game at the Galen Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Michael Ewing / fi360 News)
USC Bennie Boatwright with floater in lane on Utah Jayce Johnson during Utah vs USC game at the Galen Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Michael Ewing / fi360 News)

USC had three players in double digits Bennie Boatwright, Jordan McLaughlin and Julian Jacobs. Other then that all their other stats were below average. USC wins when they are rebound aggressive, move the ball, blocking bullies and orchestrate smooth steels. All those elements were missing from tonight’s game.

USC will be embarking on a two game road trip in the bay Stanford on February 25 and Cal on February 28. The Trojan fans are hoping the three day break will be enough time for their team to regroup and get back to playing USC basketball.

USC Malik Marquetti battling in the paint with Utah's Jakob Poeltl during Utah vs USC game at the Galen Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Michael Ewing / fi360 News)
USC Malik Marquetti battling in the paint with Utah’s Jakob Poeltl during Utah vs USC game at the Galen Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Michael Ewing / fi360 News)

2016 Northern Trust Open Champion Bubba Watson

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Jevone Moore
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February 21, 2016: Bubba Watson during the final round action of PGA Golf during the Northern Trust Open at The Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
February 21, 2016: Bubba Watson during the final round action of PGA Golf during the Northern Trust Open at The Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
February 21, 2016: Jason Kokrak on 18th green after missing his birdie put during the final round action of PGA Golf during the Northern Trust Open at The Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
February 21, 2016: Jason Kokrak on 18th green after missing his birdie put during the final round action of PGA Golf during the Northern Trust Open at The Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Los Angeles, CA – After the greens had dried out from the Wednesday night rains Bubba Watson is now 2016 Northern Trust Open Champion. Playing in the last group allow for Watson to see folks moving up and down the leaderboard. The top five were only 3 shots away to finish the weekend and smell the big money.

At the start of the day this was a wide open race with nine golfers with 2 shots of each other. Watson held a one stroke lead coming out on first tee. While Adam Scott tied 2nd place (-14 under-par) gaining a stroke on the winner with Jason Kokrak (-14 under-par) shot same one round score of Watson (-3 under-par) for day. The best round of the day goes to Adam Hadwin (-5 under-par) which left him tied for 16th place with total (-7 under-par) for the tournament.

Watson was asked at what point did he think he won the golf tournament, “So I just held it together and I knew no. 10, is always going to play a big role. I made a 10-footer, 12–footer maybe for par on 10. So that got me going, that got me in a positive. It was like a birdie right.” If look at Watson game this week he had four round in the 60’s with some great birdies. He is the 2016 champion because of his consistent play by the lefty, just playing his game all week.

February 21, 2016: Adam Scott was fired up after chipping in his birdie on 18th green during the final round action of PGA Golf during the Northern Trust Open at The Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
February 21, 2016: Adam Scott was fired up after chipping in his birdie on 18th green during the final round action of PGA Golf during the Northern Trust Open at The Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Scott was all smiles and came away with a birdie on 18th green on chip from the second cut after moving the fans to allow for him to chip in add little pressure on Watson. Scott said, “That was probably an unlikely 3.. You know, the chip was traveling a little quick but I picked a club that I knew would release to the pin because I had one thing I could do only to win and that was chip-in.”

So now Watson has is second victory on this old school tradition track of the Riviera Country Club. He likes the course and said, “It feels nice. Anytime you can win, being in that situation before here and pulling it out, it’s kind of the same shot that I had on 18. I hit wedge an 14 I hit 9-iron today, so it was the same kind of shot and it worked out.”

February 21, 2016: Rory Mcilory toss his ball into crowd after his 18th hole birdie during the final round action of PGA Golf during the Northern Trust Open at The Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
February 21, 2016: Rory Mcilory toss his ball into crowd after his 18th hole birdie during the final round action of PGA Golf during the Northern Trust Open at The Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

The PGA Tour will now move away from it’s west coast swing and be in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida for The Honda Classic on the Championship Course.

 

Northern Trust Open: Day 2 Spieth Misses Cut

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Jevone Moore
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February 19, 2016: Luke Donald second round action of PGA Golf during the Northern Trust Open at The Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
February 19, 2016: Luke Donald second round action of PGA Golf during the Northern Trust Open at The Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
February 19, 2016: James Hahn second round action of PGA Golf during the Northern Trust Open at The Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
February 19, 2016: James Hahn hitting out the bunker on 6th hole during second round action of PGA Golf during the Northern Trust Open at The Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Los Angeles, CA – The leader board was moving all day even with a later final push by new leader Jason Kokrak (-10 under par). While big names Jordan Spieth, Fred Couples, Sergio Garcia and James Hahn 2015 Northern Trust Open Champion all missed the cut of even par. Kokrak had 5 birdies on the back nine to take the sole lead by 1 stroke.

The course is transforming right in front of the golfer’s eyes from day to day. The greens and fairways have started to firm up in some spots with the sun coming back to like. Dustin Johnson earlier looked like he could be in the clubhouse as your 36 hole leader birding holes 12, 15, 16, and 18.

Yeah, I got off to a great start, 3- wood, 7-iron. I actually flew it a little past the hole high, but hit a really good shot and kind of set the tone for the day. Hit a lot of good mid-iron shots but you know, made a couple putts.
February 19, 2016: Camilo Villegas in bunker on hole 2 during the second round action of PGA Golf during the Northern Trust Open at The Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

The Riviera Country Club jumped on day one leader Camilo Villegas at beginning of his round. Villegas found himself in ruff on left side on ruff by driving range on hole two for his second shot. The rough grab his club enough to only allow him to catch front greenside bunker dropping double bogey. Villegas finished the day with four bogeys on his card oppose to 9 Birdies the day before.

Jordan Spieth the World #1 rank golfers had a start he couldn’t recover from but always kept a smile. Spieth did manage 8 birdies on Friday but also had 5 Bogeys, to match his inconsistent play this week. As good as he is we will see him back on the top of a leader board in upcoming weeks on a different course.

First-Round Leaderboard
Jason Kokrak                      68-64—132 (-10)
Chez Reavie                        66-67—133 (-9)
Dustin Johnson                   68-66—134 (-8)
Troy Merritt                         68-66—134 (-8)
Bubba Watson                    66-68—134 (-8)
Marc Leishman                    68-67—135 (-7)
Kokrak gave an assessment of his day after a first hole birdie, “Yeah, I got off to a great start, 3- wood, 7-iron. I actually flew it a little past the hole high, but hit a really good shot and kind of set the tone for the day. Hit a lot of good mid-iron shots but you know, made a couple putts.”
The weekend will be sunny and the fans should be treated to some great golf. Spieth will be resting with few others, while this field will look to conquer the length and firming up of the greens.

 

Northern Trust Open: Villegas Thursday #1

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Jevone Moore
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first round action of PGA Golf during the Northern Trust Open at The Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
first round action of PGA Golf during the Northern Trust Open at The Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Jordan Spieth on tee in the first round action of PGA Golf during the Northern Trust Open at The Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Jordan Spieth on tee in the first round action of PGA Golf during the Northern Trust Open at The Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Los Angeles, CA – After the morning rain moved east the wet golf course was no match for Camilo Villegas the day 1 leader (-8 under par). On the flip side fan favorite Jordan Spieth was on opposite side in the black number (8 over par) and in danger of not playing the weekend. There are three others lurk just three shots back at (-5 under par) being tied for second Chez Reavie, Bubba Watson, and Luke List.

Villegas had missed the cut in his last four starts, but Villegas got rolling on Thursday with an opening-round 63 to finish with few stroke lead. The four-time winner is looking for his first top-10 finish since his victory at the Wyndham Championship in 2014. Today’s 63 is Villegas’ lowest round on TOUR since a 63 to open the 2014 Sony Open in Hawaii. The score of 63 also matches the lowest opening round in tournament history.

Watson is playing in the Northern Trust Open for the 10th consecutive year. He was the 2014 champion recording his lowest first-round score ever at the tournament with an opening 5-under-par 66. Watson had only shot in the 60s (69) on one other occasion in the first round at Riviera Country Club in 2009. So if he can match his performance on Friday the weekend should set up well for his game.

After his round Villegas spoke at his day, “Yeah, obviously things were going good there. You don’t really shoot 8-under around this place not playing good. Obviously the rain yesterday made the golf course a lot more accessible.” One key was how he was able to flow with the change with the weather, ” Yeah, like I said, I was very surprised seeing 6-irons stopping where they were stopping. And from there on, I fly my third shot all the way to the hole on the 11th hole, and then the same thing with 12, I was aggressive, made a nice birdie there and you’ve just got to shut the mind and remember you’re playing a totally different golf course, which is what I did.”

Spieth was able to keep his sense of humor to the end of round even when his scores were not going the right way. Today was just a ruff day of golf for one of the top PGA golfers. Spieth said, ” So I tried to do better today, even when it wasn’t going my way to just be quiet, stay focused and try and make the next shot. None of them seemed to go in but at least that’s what I was doing.”

First-Round Leaderboard
Camilo Villegas                   63 (-8)
Chez Reavie                        66 (-5)
Bubba Watson                    66 (-5)
Luke List                             66 (-5)
Ricky Barnes                       67 (-4)
Rory McIlroy                       67 (-4)
Howell III                             67 (-4)
Charlie Danielson*               67 (-4)
Shawn Stefani                     67 (-4)
Justin Leonard                    67 (-4)
Ben Crane                           67 (-4)

 

So let’s get ready for a new course tomorrow, TGIF as they say……..

Trojans Hold Off Buffaloes Charge

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Suga Brown-Faal
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USC Nikola Jovanovic guarding Josh Scott on the baseline during Colorado vs USC game at the Galen Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Michael Ewing/fi360 News)
USC Nikola Jovanovic guarding Josh Scott on the baseline during Colorado vs USC game at the Galen Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Michael Ewing/fi360 News)
USC Chimezie Metu protecting the rim from Josh Fortune during Colorado vs USC game at the Galen Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Michael Ewing/fi360 News)
USC Chimezie Metu protecting the rim from Josh Fortune during Colorado vs USC game at the Galen Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Michael Ewing/fi360 News)

Los Angeles, Ca – The USC Trojans returned home to host the Colorado Buffaloes at the Galen Center. Where they issued a rainy day upset to the Buffaloes with a final score Trojans 79 Buffaloes 72.

Colorado arrived in Los Angeles coming off a 81–80 win over Washington on February 13. The Trojans and Buffaloes last matchup was on January 29, 2015 that went into triple overtime and left Colorado walking away with the win. So the Trojans were fully aware that they were going to have to go hard if they didn’t want a repeat performance. In addition to the hard work they were holding their breath that Josh Scott,  Colorado’s leading scoring and rebounder wouldn’t be playing at full steam due to his injured ankle.

Colorado came out on ready. Controlling the temple with their infamous signature move of getting the ball from one end of the court to the other without the ball touching the floor even once. It was incredible to see, I call it “The turbo drive”.  For the first half of the game the Buffaloes were able to cripple the Trojans with their relentless rebounding, by the end of the first they already had 23. USC didn’t help their own cause with their lackluster defense.

USC Julian Jacobs dunking on fast break during Colorado vs USC game at the Galen Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Michael Ewing/fi360 News)
USC Julian Jacobs dunking on fast break during Colorado vs USC game at the Galen Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Michael Ewing/fi360 News)

It was looking fairly sad for the Trojans at the half because they were down by 8. But oh to have been a fly on the wall of their locker room during that halftime because whatever was discussed gave the Trojans some fire in the belly.  They came out of the locker room pressing Colorado into ridiculous turnovers. USC also went to that zone defense to fight back from a 15 point deficit. Colorado’s number one fatal error was sending USC to the line where they made 27 out of 35 free throws. Giving The Trojans a chance to “fight on”.

The Trojans lead scorers  were Jordan McLaughlin who had 25 points and Julian Jacobs with 17 points. The team itself had A combined total of 13 steels. Amazing!

The University of Colorado’s Josh Scott did come back from his injury as if it never happened with his contribution of 17 points. But I would have to say Colorado’s magic man was “King George” George King with 13 points and 9 rebounds. He was like American Express everywhere you wanted to be.

With this exciting nailbiting win the Trojans will be welcoming Utah to the Galen Center on February 21, 2016. The word on the streets is this should be a knockdown drag out fight … stay tuned.

The Inaugural Stephen Bishop Celebrity Golf Invitational benefiting RAKE

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Jevone Moore
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Red Carpet Arrivals at the Will Smith And Jada Pinkett Present The Stephen Bishop RAKE Invitational Golf Tournament at Calabasas Country Club. Feb 15, 2016 (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Red Carpet Arrivals at the Will Smith And Jada Pinkett Present The Stephen Bishop RAKE Invitational Golf Tournament at Calabasas Country Club. Feb 15, 2016 (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Ricky Smith, Stephen Bishop & Harry Smith on the Red Carpet at the Will Smith And Jada Pinkett Present The Stephen Bishop RAKE Invitational Golf Tournament at Calabasas Country Club. Feb 15, 2016 (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Ricky Smith, Stephen Bishop & Harry Smith on the Red Carpet at the Will Smith And Jada Pinkett Present The Stephen Bishop RAKE Invitational Golf Tournament at Calabasas Country Club. Feb 15, 2016 (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

The Inaugural Stephen Bishop Celebrity Golf Invitational Benefiting RAKE

Calabasas, Ca – Before some folks went to the Grammy’s there was some great celebrities finding a good place to donate their time while raising money for charity. This was the actor Stephen Bishop Inaugural Golf Tournament teamed with some great folks like comedian Ricky Smith and Smith Family Foundation. Today at the Calabasas Country Club there was plenty of fun and sun for all that came to make their presence felt by RAKE (Random Acts of Kindness Everywhere)

The RAKE golf fundraising event had a simple goal in mind, to raise dollars to help spokesperson and owner Ricky Smith to continue travel the world and commit random acts of kindness. You could tell by the smiles on the red carpet that those in attendance were here to help make a difference.

Host Stephen Bishop was all over the country club at the crack of dawn ensuring that everything was in place and top notch. When the golfers arrived they checked in and received a golf towel embroidered with there name that was listed by groups. A nice touch to have that first RAKE take place, who doesn’t like to see their name in lights. Smith made sure he held down the carpet bring his comedy to life their guest to ensure the fun and laughter continued. There was  a duet by Smith and Cedric the Entertainer singing a few oldies.

The golfers held a putting contest that came down to five finalist and eventually won by a golfer named Marcus Allen who beat out comedian Dannon Green. Soon after that they all took off for a shotgun start on the beautiful course. The course was full of extra activities and ways to donate by buying mulligans etc.  After the round of golf the Awards dinner took place to announce the lucky winners. On a day like this everyone was a winner by doing their part to RAKE !!!

Calif. Approves Transfer Agreement with HBCUs

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Press Release
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Dillard University Courtesy Photo
Dillard University Courtesy Photo

Washington, DC – The California Community Colleges Board of Governors and the leaders of nine historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) are signing an agreement ensuring guaranteed transfer to graduates of any California community college who meet certain academic requirements.

California Community Colleges Chancellor Brice Harris, leaders of the participating HBCUs and George Cooper, executive director of the White House Initiative on HBCUs, are taking part in a signing ceremony in the chancellor’s office March 17.

“We applaud Chancellor Brice Harris and the California Community College System for working to ensure that all community college students have a guaranteed pathway toward their academic goals,” said Walter Bumphus, president of the American Association of Community Colleges. “Nationally, community colleges serve the majority of minority students, and this historic agreement with HBCUs will safeguard increased access toward the completion of a bachelor’s degree.”

No lost credits

The memorandums of understanding between the chancellor’s office and the individual HBCUs says students who have completed an associate degree for transfer or similar transfer-level associate degree and maintain a 2.5 grade point average will be admitted to the four-year institution as a junior with full acceptance of transferable units.

Students who haven’t earned a degree from a community college would be able to transfer 30 or more credits and would be guaranteed admission to an HBCU with advance standing.

The participating HBCUs are Bennett College (North Carolina); Dillard University (Louisiana); Fisk University (Tennessee); Lincoln University (Missouri); Philander Smith College (Arkansas); Wiley College (Texas); and three institutions in Alabama – Stillman College, Talladega College and Tuskegee University.

The goal of the HBCU Transfer Guarantee Project is to educate students about additional transfer opportunities at these institutions and develop pathways that will contribute to an increase in baccalaureate attainment.

More success

HBCUs have an excellent academic track record, the chancellor’s office noted. While only about 17 percent of black undergraduate students attend an HBCU, more than 28 percent of African-Americans who receive bachelor’s degrees obtain them from an HBCU.

These institutions are also leading institutions in awarding bachelor’s degrees to black students in the life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics and engineering. Some also award master’s and doctorate degrees.

There are 105 HBCUs in the United States, with most of them located in the South and on the East Coast.

PGA TOUR Volunteer Challenge – Help Raise Funds for Charity

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Press Release
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Northern Trust Open 2016 Logo
Northern Trust Open 2016 Logo

PGA TOUR Volunteer Challenge Invites Northern Trust Open Fans to Help Raise Funds for Charity
Charitable Giving Program Extends Shared PGA TOUR and Astellas Commitment to Supporting Local Communities

LOS ANGELES, CA – The PGA TOUR’s Northern Trust Open has raised more than $60 million for local charities since its inception in 1926. Now, fans can contribute to the charitable giving at the Northern Trust Open by participating in the PGA TOUR Volunteer Challenge, sponsored by Myrbetriq® (mirabegron). This “vote-for-me” competition is designed to raise funds for charity while recognizing the talent, passion and commitment of the TOUR’s more than 100,000 tournament volunteers nationwide, including 1,200 from the Los Angeles area, who have helped the TOUR achieve more than $2.14 billion in charitable giving.
The Northern Trust Open is set to return to The Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, Calif., Feb. 15-
21, 2016. From now until 2 p.m. ET (11 a.m. PT) on Saturday of tournament week (Feb. 20), fans are encouraged to visit www.PGATOUR.com/Volunteers and vote for their favorite Northern Trust Open volunteer. At the end of the first voting period (Saturday, Feb. 13), the volunteer with the most votes will have the opportunity to walk with a group during the Northern Trust Open Collegiate Showcase, which is scheduled for Monday, Feb. 15. At the end of the Feb. 20 voting period, the volunteer with the most votes will have the opportunity to present a check for $10,000 in his or her name to the City of Hope, the official charity of the Northern Trust Open. The presentation will be featured on the video boards during closing ceremonies on No. 18. In addition, top-ranking tournaments have the ability to earn additional charitable funding based on the total number of votes earned collectively by volunteers and the tournament.
“The PGA TOUR Volunteer Challenge is a fun way to raise funds for charity and honor the contributions
of the hundreds of TOUR volunteers who donate their time helping to orchestrate the Northern Trust Open each year,” said Northern Trust Open Executive Director O.D. Vincent. “We encourage our volunteers to participate in this worthwhile program and ask their friends, family members and co-workers to visit the website and vote.” Among those participating in the PGA TOUR Volunteer Challenge is Doug Shaw, a Panorama City, Calif., resident who has volunteered with the tournament for 25 years and is chairperson of the warehouse committee. “I volunteer because it’s a meaningful way to experience the tournament, I’ve made lasting friendships over the years and I get an up-close and personal look at professional golf. If I win the Volunteer Challenge, it will be extremely rewarding to help make a difference for people served through City of Hope,” said Shaw.
The PGA TOUR Volunteer Challenge will continue at 16 tournaments during the 2015-16 PGA TOUR Season and build upon nearly $250,000 provided by sponsor Astellas for tournament charities in conjunction with the PGA TOUR Volunteer Challenge last season.
“Astellas is proud to partner with the PGA TOUR as both organizations share a deep commitment to the
power of volunteerism,” said Walt Johnston, vice president, Marketing, Astellas Pharma US, Inc. “We are honored to be part of the PGA TOUR’s philanthropic legacy by collaborating on this unique opportunity to give back to the communities where we work and live.”

The Northern Trust Open features 144 of the world’s best professional golfers competing for 500
FedExCup points and a purse of $6.7million. To learn more about the PGA TOUR Volunteer Challenge and to register to participate as a volunteer or supporter, visit www.PGATOUR.com/Volunteers.
For tickets or more information, visit www.northerntrustopen.com. Follow the Northern Trust Open on
Facebook (facebook.com/NorthernTrustOpen), Twitter (@ntrustopen) and Instagram (@ntopen) to stay on top of all the news and updates; and join the conversation by using #ntopen2016 and MoreThanGolf.

About the Northern Trust Open
What started as the Los Angeles Open in 1926 at Los Angeles Country Club, the Northern Trust Open is
now one of the longest-running tournaments on the PGA TOUR, being played for the 90th time this year. It was staged at various courses throughout the Los Angeles area before permanently settling at Riviera Country Club in 1973. Outside of the major championships, the Northern Trust Open is the fourth-oldest event on TOUR, trailing only the BMW Championship, the RBC Canadian Open and the Valero Texas Open. City of Hope was named the official charity of the Northern Trust Open beginning with the 2013 event. In 2015, the Northern Trust Open generated over $2 million to benefit City of Hope, the event’s official charity partner, and other non-profit organizations in the Los Angeles area. The total generated for Los Angeles charities since the event’s inception in 1926 is now more than $60 million.
Fans are reminded that each year, youths 18 and younger are admitted free of charge to the Northern
Trust Open when accompanied by a ticketed adult. There is no limit to the number of youths 18 and younger who can attend with a ticketed adult. Also, as part of its support for the Birdies for the Brave military outreach initiative, complimentary grounds admission tickets for active duty, Reserve, military retirees, non-retired veterans and dependents to the Northern Trust Open are available from Wednesday through Sunday of tournament week.
About Northern Trust
Northern Trust Corporation (Nasdaq: NTRS) is a leading provider of wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking to corporations, institutions, affluent families and individuals. As of September 30, 2015, Northern Trust had assets under custody of US$6 trillion, and assets under management of US$887 billion. For more than 125 years, Northern Trust has earned distinction as an industry leader for exceptional service, financial expertise, integrity and innovation. Visit northerntrust.com or follow us on Twitter @NorthernTrust.
Northern Trust Corporation, Head Office: 50 South La Salle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603 U.S.A.,
incorporated with limited liability in the U.S. Global legal and regulatory information can be found at
http://www.northerntrust.com/disclosures.
About City of Hope
City of Hope is an independent research and treatment center for cancer, diabetes and other life threatening diseases. Designated as a comprehensive cancer center, the highest recognition bestowed by the National Cancer Institute, City of Hope is also a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, with research and treatment protocols that advance care throughout the nation. City of Hope’s main hospital is located in Duarte, California, just northeast of Los Angeles, with clinics throughout the region. It is ranked as one of “America’s Best Hospitals” in cancer by U.S. News & World Report. Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a pioneer in the fields of bone marrow transplantation and genetics.

About Astellas
Astellas is a pharmaceutical company dedicated to improving the health of people around the world
through the provision of innovative and reliable pharmaceutical products. For more information on Astellas, please visit our website at www.astellas.us. You can also follow us on Twitter at @AstellasUS, Facebook at www.facebook.com/AstellasUS or LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/astellaspharma.

Charity # # #

A Dominant Backcourt Beats 1 Man Show

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Kenny Robinson
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Game action during Portland University vs LMU game action at the Gersten Pavilion on Feb 6th, 2016. (Photo by Michael Ewing/fi360 News)
Game action during Portland University vs LMU game action at the Gersten Pavilion on Feb 6th, 2016. (Photo by Michael Ewing/fi360 News)
LMU Adom Jacko dunking during Portland University vs LMU game action at the Gersten Pavilion on Feb 6th, 2016. (Photo by Michael Ewing/fi360 News)
LMU Adom Jacko dunking during Portland University vs LMU game action at the Gersten Pavilion on Feb 6th, 2016. (Photo by Michael Ewing/fi360 News)

Los Angeles, CA – A dominant second half from Portland University was the driving force in a 92-78 victory over the LMU Lions. Alec Wintering 29 points and D’Marques Tyson 23 combined for 52 points and Adom Jacko of the Lions scored 35 points to keep the game closer than it otherwise would have been.

The game was tied, after a well played first half as the LMU Lions hosted the University of Portland in a high paced shootout by college standards. Guard Alec Wintering for Portland had an exceptional game and pushed the tempo beautifully. He made all the correct decisions,  facilitating the offense and getting easy open shots for all his teammates. The main beneficiary of this tempo for Portland was D’Marques Tyson.

Game action during Portland University vs LMU game action at the Gersten Pavilion on Feb 6th, 2016. (Photo by Michael Ewing/fi360 News)
Portland Bryce
Pressley from long range during Portland University vs LMU game action at the Gersten Pavilion on Feb 6th, 2016. (Photo by Michael Ewing/fi360 News)

Both teams shot the ball well and it was an exciting first half to watch from a spectator’s point of view. Portland dominated the rebounds for most of the game and that  led to most of their success. As usual for LMU Adom Jacko could not be contained in the low post. He was the best source of quality offensive production for the Lions.

In the end, the ball movement and the shooting of Portland was too much for LMU to handle. They made 16 three pointers and kept the ball moving wonderfully. They are clearly not used to playing at this fast pace and in the second half and just could not keep up. They essentially were trading two point baskets for 3’s it seemed. Even though Jacko was dominant in the post he didn’t get enough touches because of the fast pace.  They were always playing uphill in the second half after being a tied game at the halftime. It was proven to be fool’s gold for the Lions in the end.  LMU’s coaching staff refused to make an adjustment to come out of the zone defense that was surrendering all the open shots from long distance.  Portland’s  backcourt and balance attack beat the one man show of the Lions.

Bulldogs Bulldoze Lions

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Michael Ewing
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LMU Adom Jacko during the Gonzaga vs LMU game action at the Gersten Pavilion on Jan 23th, 2016. (Photo by Michael Ewing/fi360 News)
LMU Adom Jacko during the Gonzaga vs LMU game action at the Gersten Pavilion on Feb 4th, 2016. (Photo by Michael Ewing/fi360 News)
Live game action during the Gonzaga vs LMU game action at the Gersten Pavilion on Feb 4th, 2016. (Photo by Michael Ewing/fi360 News)
Live game action during the Gonzaga vs LMU game action at the Gersten Pavilion on Feb 4th, 2016. (Photo by Michael Ewing/fi360 News)

Los Angeles, CA – The Gonzaga Bulldogs came into Gersten Pavilion Thursday night looking for their tenth conference victory as they took the court against Loyola Marymount University. The Bulldogs did just that with a 92-63 victory, thanks in large part to Kyle Wiltjer and Domantus Sabonis, son of NBA great Arvydas Sabonis.

The Lions came out with incredible energy, feeding off the frenzied fans and atmosphere created by the ESPN crew on hand. LMU ran out to a 6-2 lead led by Adom Jacko, who scored the team’s first 4 points including an athletic putback dunk. From that point on it was all downhill for the home team as Gonzaga started to find its offense. The Bulldogs out-rebounded LMU 21-9 in the first half including five offensive rebounds. The Zags dominance in the paint allowed them to shoot 63% in the half, most of the buckets coming on lay-ups and dunks. The first half scoring load was spread evenly for Gonzaga, Kyle Dranginis, Eric McClellan, and Kyle Wiltjer each scored nine apiece, and big man Domantus Sabonis led the way with 10. GU ended the half on a 20-4 run and went to the break with a commanding 47-26 lead.

Live game action during the Gonzaga vs LMU game action at the Gersten Pavilion on Feb 4th, 2016. (Photo by Michael Ewing/fi360 News)
Live game action during the Gonzaga vs LMU game action at the Gersten Pavilion on Feb 4th, 2016. (Photo by Michael Ewing/fi360 News)

The second half was more of the same as the Bulldogs were simply too big and too physical for the undersized Lions. Kyle Wiltjer led the Zags in scoring with 23 points, while Sabonis had 21 of his own to go with 11 rebounds. About the only bright spot for LMU was their star big man Adom Jacko, who brought effort and energy all night. It was clear Jacko wanted to show off his talents for the NBA scouts in attendance, along with the national audience tuned in on ESPN3. Jacko again led his team in points and rebounds as he recorded 23 and 7 against a NBA prospect laden front line of Gonzaga. The inability to rebound or play defense is what enabled GU to leave Los Angeles with such a dominant victory. The final rebounding differential was 40-25 in favor of the victors, the Zags also converted on 57% of their shots, not a good combo for the lions.

LMU Adom Jacko during the Gonzaga vs LMU game action at the Gersten Pavilion on Feb 4th, 2016. (Photo by Michael Ewing/fi360 News)
LMU Adom Jacko dunking during the Gonzaga vs LMU game action at the Gersten Pavilion on Feb 4th, 2016. (Photo by Michael Ewing/fi360 News)

LMU will look to bounce back on Saturday when Portland comes to town. Gonzaga will look to bolster their already strong NCAA tournament resume when they visit Pepperdine Saturday afternoon.

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