Author Archives: Lucas Clark

About Lucas Clark

Lucas Clark is a junior journalism major and has taken over as the sports editor for the Daily Emerald. Lucas began reporting for the sports desk during spring of his freshman year and has gained valuable experience covering nearly every sport at the University since then. Lucas plans to graduate next year and will pursue a career in sports journalism, hoping to one day become a beat writer for an NBA team.

Payments come knocking

Posted on March 4, 2011 by Lucas Clark

A lot has been made of the University of Oregon’s football program’s recruiting practices in the past couple days, and the athletic department to issued a statement to clear up these issues on Friday. “The athletics department paid for services … Continue reading →

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Fake punt and great catch, but no points for UO in third

Posted on January 10, 2011 by Lucas Clark

Newton was again able to spot the weakness in Oregon’s pass coverage, as he found Philip Lutzenkirchen for a 39-yard strike down the sideline. It was almost identical to his touchdown pass to Blake late in the second quarter, with … Continue reading →

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Halftime stats

Posted on January 10, 2011 by Lucas Clark

Pretty even across the board in the opening half. Here’s a look at a few of the key matchups: Passing Darron Thomas — 15 of 19 for 194 yards, one TD and two INTs Cam Newton — 16 of 22 … Continue reading →

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Thomas, Newton combine for three INTs in scoreless first

Posted on January 10, 2011 by Lucas Clark

GLENDALE — No. 2 Oregon won the coin toss and elected to receive, with Josh Huff returning the opening kickoff to the 16-yard line as the Ducks set up their first offensive possession. Light bulbs flashed all around the stadium, … Continue reading →

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Here we are, finally

Posted on January 10, 2011 by Lucas Clark

The time has finally come. The Oregon Daily Emerald sports desk arrived at the University of Phoenix Stadium around 1:45 p.m. local time, and after a quick pass through security we found our way up to the press box. For … Continue reading →

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Breakdown: Oregon special teams

Posted on January 7, 2011 by Lucas Clark

At the end of the season most college football teams can’t usually compare their punt return yardage to their kickoff return yards. But Oregon, per usual, isn’t like most college football teams. When the 12-game regular season ended, the Ducks … Continue reading →

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Breakdown: Auburn defense

Posted on January 7, 2011 by Lucas Clark

Two years ago Auburn hosted West Virginia in late September. That night Mountaineer running back Noel Devine torched the Tigers for 128 yards on the ground and three rushing touchdowns. The makeup of that 2009 Tigers squad and the team … Continue reading →

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Five and counting

Posted on January 6, 2011 by Lucas Clark

A short road trip, two flights, and too much caffeine later, the Oregon Daily Emerald sports staff arrived in Scottsdale, Ariz., fearing a little worse for wear, but nonetheless ready to for the unforgettable weekend ahead. Work starts early Friday, … Continue reading →

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