[PHOTOSTORY 3: MOTION] Basketball Pick-Up at the RAC

 By: Daisy Davis

                                                                

     A group of Georgia Southern University students play a pick-up game of basketball at the Recreational Activity Center (RAC). The RAC is open from 6 a.m. until 11 p.m. every weeknight.                                                                                              

Clinton Williams jumps to shoot the ball. The players did not schedule this game, but they all came to the RAC to shoot some hoops.

The players watch as the ball flies towards the backboard. In addition to the basketball courts, the RAC also has a gym, indoor soccer courts and a rock climbing wall.

KD Robinson dribbles towards the hoop. KD has played basketball since he was seven years old.

KD Robinson goes up for a shot. "Sometimes I just come to the RAC to shoot by myself, but it's more fun when there are people here to play," KD said.

The players watch as the shot hits the net above them. This game is being played by two teams of five students each.

Christoper Washington dribbles down the court. "We aren't keeping score, but I'm pretty sure my team is winning," Christopher said.

Jordan Jackson takes the ball to the end line. Jordan prefers to play on the outdoor courts beside the RAC walking trail.

John Grantham goes for a shot. John Grantham comes to the RAC every Tuesday and Thursday night to play basketball with whoever is at the courts.

Sam Gooding (left) shoots towards the basket while Christopher Washington (right) tries to block his shot. The RAC also offers recreational and competitive leagues for indoor basketball every semester.

A ball flies through the net. At the RAC, you can rent basketballs and other equipment from the equipment checkout desk on the first floor.

Landyn Mobley goes for a layup. Landyn was already in his pajamas, but his friend convinced him to come play.

Christopher Washington protects the ball from Clinton Williams. Clinton is in his freshman year at Georgia Southern University.

Clinton Williams dribbles down the court. Clinton said he comes to the RAC almost every weeknight to play impromptu games of basketball.

Clinton Williams holds Christopher Washington back as the ball falls into the net. After an hour of playing, most of the players pack up to leave the courts.

Sam Gooding scores a three-pointer. The game has broken up, but some players aren't ready to leave the courts just yet.

Sam Gooding receives a pass from Clinton Williams. Sam also plays recreational intramural flag football at the RAC.

Sam Gooding prepares to shoot the ball. As other players begin to leave, new students arrive at the courts.

Clinton Williams reaches the free-throw line as Sam Gooding crosses the court. They take turns shooting the ball.

Clinton Williams shoots from the free-throw line. "I like playing here because there is no pressure, we're just having a good time," Clinton said.

[PHOTOSTORY 3: MOTION] PHI DELTA THETA VS SIGMA ALPHA EPLISON ULTIMATE FRISBEE

 By: Emma Price 

The brothers of Phi Delta Theta and Sigma Nu are playing against each other in intramural ultimate frisbee. 

Preparing for an opening season game. 

Two brothers, Maddox Leftskowitz and Steele Allgood, are warming up for their big game. 

Steele Allgood, "Feeling good and ready to take on SAE." 

Phi Delta Theta throws open pass as Sigma Alpha Epsilon waits to catch it. 

Fraternity teams compete weekly as part of the campus intramural sports program.

Fraternity teams faced off under the stadium lights as teammates ran downfield to support the play.

Walker Kessel, in a yellow number seven jersey, is excited to be a part of the team this year. 

The player for Phi Delta runs forward to continue the play.

 The fast pace of the game kept both teams moving constantly on offense and defense.

SAE changes players after a pass to help change up routes. 

Jake Hall, running out on the field, said, "It's nice to come out and play with the boys." 

Players from Phi Delta Theta fight for possession as SAE kept up a good offense. 

The fast-paced matchup highlighted teamwork and a friendly competition for these two fraternities. 

Fraternity member, watching closely to catch on to strategies before going into the game. 

Preston Guy, a freshman here at Georgia Southern, is ready to play in all of the intramural games, and it's a great way to hang out with other members of his fraternity. 

A player from Phi Delta launches the frisbee down as SAE defenders go for an interception. 

Sigma Alpha Eplison is up six to four in the first half. 

Wearing yellow is Phi Delta, and wearing blue is SAE. 

Players watch from the sideline as they wait to be subbed into the game. 

Walker Kessel is holding a Frisbee, waiting for the perfect moment to throw it to number twelve, Corbin Rico. 

Number twelve on blue is waiting to block the pass as a strong holding defense. 

Sigma Alpha Eplison finds a member to throw the frisbee to, so they can keep their lead. 

There were two halves with a ten-minute break, lasting a game for over an hour. 

Ethan Carrol in yellow for Phi Delta Theta, making a pass to a member so they can take the scoring lead. 

SAE kept up great defense, making it hard for full passes to be thrown. 

Two Phi Delta players watch as their team goes for a lead-winning play, making the score 10-7. 

Adien Miller, on the left, shares that he loves intermural sports because they keep him and his brothers active. 

Each team runs to set up for a final play of the game. 

As SAE is a little discouraged, but each player stayed aggressive to the end. 

Jake Fields gets the frisbee after the first throw of the game. 

He searches the field for a player to pass it to. 

Walker Kessel catches the throw and runs it into the end zone. 

Ending the game at an 11-7 score. 

Fraternity brothers from both sides high-five one another with good sportsmanship. 

Phi Delta Theta takes the win in the opening season game. 

Cj Passow, President of Phi Delta Theta, standing up, congratulating brothers. 

Excited to open the season with a great competition. 

[PHOTOSTORY 3: WIDE WORLD OF SPORTS] AOII VS SISTER, SISTER INTRAMURAL BASKETBALL GAME

Michaiah McNeal starts the play by taking control of the court. Chloe Scott supported her as she began to create space and make herself an option.

Kyla Person and Charlacia Jones fight for possession of the ball. Alpha Omicron Pi players watched as they carefully hoped Jones would win the battle.

Person aims for the three. She earned it and later gained a huge roar from the crowd and her coaches.

McNeal penetrates the court and throws the ball to Jones. Jones then made a basket and earned AOII two points.

McNeal seen here keeping her composure and trying to relax the team. Since AOII was trailing, she reminded her teammates to have patience and the points will come.

Emerson Townshend dribbles down the court. She then scanned for options in hopes of making a good play for her team.

AOII gets fouled and earns a free throw. Charlacia Jones missed the first shot, but recovered and made the second.

Jones battles through the crowd of yellow and aims for another shot. She made it and earned another two points for Alpha Omicron Pi.

As AOII takes a time-out and talks with their one of their coaches, they look over in confusion with the referees. They were still trailing and clearly frustrated that they hadn't come back yet.

Sister, Sister continues to pressure AOII. Seen here, Chloe Scott struggled to make it around S'riyah Bostick and Rayven Thurston as they blocked her from penetrating the middle of the court.

Chloe Scott gets fouled and receives a free throw. Concentrated on getting more points on the board, she earned another two points for AOII.

Charlacia Jones rapidly runs down the court and then slows down near the basket. She faked out Sister, Sister and got another two points in before the quarter ended.

As Michaiah McNeal goes in for the layup, the ball slowly makes it through the basket. Both teams watched in anticipation.

Townshend goes in for the free-throw. Makayla Cassidy stood behind her in hopes of her making it.

Jones and Person fight hard as Thurston tries to help on defense. Jones kept the ball out of their way so that they Sister, Sister wouldn't regain possession.

Seen her once more, Charlacia Jones prepares to help AOII on defense. Curmya Blair dribbled past McNeal and made a play that earned two more points for Sister, Sister.

After a tough game, Coach Danna Almario congratulates her team on all their hard work. Makayla Cassidy high-fived her as she walked off the court one last time.

Even though Alpha Omicron Pi takes the loss, Almario couldn't have been prouder of her team. She is seen here lovingly hugging McNeal.

Both teams end the match with sportsmanlike high-fives. Everyone remained respectful and congratulated one another and a hard-fought game.

Sister, Sister takes home the win with a score of 46-34. They received shirts in honor of them winning the Intramural Championship.