Oregon State University - Beaver Yearbook (Corvallis, OR)

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Top left: OSU Alumnus Gar)' Payton brings the ball down his old court as he relives some old memories. Photo by Eric Sundstrom Bottom left: Antonio Daniels of the Trail Blazers provides an all star pass. Photo by Eric Sundstrom Bottom right: Brent Barry takes his time as he looks around to find an open man. Photo by Eric Sundstrom Gfazers 29

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Blazers I'T'he Blazers red hot shooting ruined the homeaiming for Seattle's Payton JL and Barry. The Blazers and Sorties combined to shoot 74 percent from the field in the first half of pre-season action as defense for both squads was hard to come by in Gill Coliseum. The second half was all Portland as the Blazers pulled away for a 110-98 victory led mostly by the reserves. The Blazers built a 45-38 lead midway through the second period, but Vladimir Radmanovic, a 6-foot-10 forward, hit three 3-pointers to bring Seattle back. After halftime the Sonics cooled down considerably, going a miserable 4-20 in the third period and shooting only 3 percent for the second half. Before the game Brent Berry, Oregon State '95, and Gary Payton, '90, were given a standing ovation by the crowd. Barry was gracious enough to give a few words, although most of them were in praise of Payton who Berry referred to as a hall-of-fame point guard. It's good to be back here at Oregon State, said Barry. I thought it would be nice to say something to the fans before the game. When asked about the turnout of the crowd for the contest, Barry said, The crowds were a lot bigger here when G (Payton | played. Story contributed by A.J. Tyvand, Daily Barometer A cool look is .ill it Likes Rasheed Wallace to get the crowd excited for the NBA exhibition game against the Seattle Sonics. Ptxolo by Eric Sundstroni 28 ♦ student life

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Concerts Ili Kusic was a huge part of a college student's life, whether it be listening to J.VJLmusic in their room, working out, on their way to class, at parties, or attending concerts. Many musical groups have made appearances at OSU over the past year. A few highlights were Floater, 800 Octane, Stereocrush, Michelle Branch, and One Fry Short. Floater, an amazing rock trio that got their start in Eugene made a second appearance April 18th, 2003 at the hot new dance club, Escape. Each Floater album had a different sound, but all have the same 'art rock' vibe. Though the band consisted only of 3 members many said the band brings more musical ability than similar groups twice their size. Once you've experienced Floater, their music will hook you and you will wonder where they've been your whole life. 800 Octane brought a little rock 'n' roll to the OSU campus. 800 Octane labeled their music super rock . The music was known to some to be loud, punchy, in-your-face power chord rock. Michelle Branch brought a sense of cheer and excitement to her performance. Though the turn out wasn't great she still managed to put on an energetic show. This was only a small sample of the musical talent presented at OSU. Story by Mandi Downs Michelle Branch's energetic tunes entertain students at Gill Coliseum. SO ♦ student life