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Photos: Oregon volleyball — Lauren Plum returns to action in Ducks’ 3-0 win over Utah Utes

The Oregon Ducks volleyball took down the Utah Utes in three sets Sunday afternoon and saw the return of senior setter Lauren Plum. The Ducks easily glided through the first set 25-15. In the second set, the Utes nearly doubled their number of kills (17) and gave the Ducks some trouble, but the Ducks ultimately pulled away thanks to a strong hitting percentage (69). In the third and final set, Utah made one strong push right at the end, going on an 8-2 run, but could not hang on and the Ducks notched their 12th win of the season. Oregon will get a few days off before traveling down to Palo Alto, Calif. to take on tough Stanford team later this week.

Oregon players Serena Warner (15) and Ariana Williams (8) celebrate a point with their teammates. The Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 20, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon players Serena Warner (15) and Naya Crittenden (8) celebrate a point with their teammates. The Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 20, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Senior setter Lauren Plum, who returned to the court since spraining her ankle several games again, sets the ball for an Oregon outside hitter. The Oregon Ducks take on the Utah Utes at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 19, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Senior setter Lauren Plum, who returned to the court since spraining her ankle several games again, sets the ball for an Oregon outside hitter. The Oregon Ducks take on the Utah Utes at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 19, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Utah's Erin Redd-Brandon (17) prepares a spike during the second set. The Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 20, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Utah’s Erin Redd-Brandon (17) prepares a spike during the second set. The Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 20, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Junior middle blocker Serena Warner launches herself into the air and pulls back for spike. The Oregon Ducks take on the Utah Utes at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 19, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Junior middle blocker Serena Warner launches herself into the air and pulls back for spike. The Oregon Ducks take on the Utah Utes at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 19, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Oregon's Natalie Bookout Gonzalez prepares to serve during the first set. The Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 20, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon’s Natalie Bookout Gonzalez prepares to serve during the first set. The Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 20, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon middle blocker Ariana Williams is introduced to the crowd during pre-game warmups. The Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 20, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon middle blocker Ariana Williams is introduced to the crowd during pre-game warmups. The Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 20, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

A Utah spike sails past the outstretched arms of Oregon players Shellsy Ashen (16) and Ariana Williams (7). The Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 20, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

A Utah spike sails past the outstretched arms of Oregon players Shellsy Ashen (16) and Ariana Williams (7). The Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 20, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon's Martenne Bettendorf spikes the ball during the first set. The Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 20, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon’s Martenne Bettendorf spikes the ball during the first set. The Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 20, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon middle blocker Ariana Williams spikes the ball during the first set. The Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 20, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon middle blocker Ariana Williams spikes the ball during the first set. The Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 20, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Jim Moore Oregon head coach Jim Moore and assistant coach Stacy Metro shout instructions to their players during the first set. The Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 20, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)and assistant coach Stacy Metro shout instructions to their players during the first set. The Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 20, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon head coach Jim Moore Oregon and assistant coach Stacy Metro shout instructions to their players during the first set. The Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 20, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon middle blocker Ariana Williams pokes the ball over the net during the second set. The Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 20, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon middle blocker Ariana Williams (7) pokes the ball over the net during the second set. The Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 20, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

An Oregon fan watches the overhead screen during the Kiss Cam segment. The Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 20, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

An Oregon fan watches the overhead screen during the Kiss Cam segment. The Oregon Ducks play the Utah Utes at Matt Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 20, 2013. (Michael Arellano/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore outside hitter Martenne Bettendorf (18) attempts a spike through Utah defenders. The Oregon Ducks take on the Utah Utes at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 19, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore outside hitter Martenne Bettendorf (18) attempts a spike through Utah defenders. The Oregon Ducks take on the Utah Utes at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 19, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

The Oregon Ducks take on the Utah Utes at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 19, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

The Oregon Ducks take on the Utah Utes at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on Oct. 19, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

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Photos: Dan Savage speaks to raucous audience in Ford Alumni Center

Sex and advice columnist Dan Savage spoke to a packed audience at the Lee Barlow Giustina Ballroom in the Ford Alumni Center on Tuesday night. Savage spoke about number of topics on sexual health and relationships while answering questions asked on written cards by audience members.

Dan Savage speaks at the Ford Alumni Center in Eugene, Oregon on Oct. 15, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Dan Savage speaks at the Ford Alumni Center in Eugene, Ore., on Oct. 15, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Dan Savage speaks at the Ford Alumni Center in Eugene, Oregon on Oct. 15, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Dan Savage speaks at the Ford Alumni Center in Eugene, Ore., on Oct. 15, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

A packed audience listens to Dan Savage speak at the Ford Alumni Center in Eugene, Oregon on Oct. 15, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

A packed audience listens to Dan Savage speak at the Ford Alumni Center in Eugene, Ore., on Oct. 15, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Dan Savage speaks at the Ford Alumni Center in Eugene, Oregon on Oct. 15, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Dan Savage speaks at the Ford Alumni Center in Eugene, Ore., on Oct. 15, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Audience members listen to Dan Savage speak at the Ford Alumni Center in Eugene, Oregon on Oct. 15, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Audience members listen to Dan Savage speak at the Ford Alumni Center in Eugene, Ore., on Oct. 15, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Dan Savage speaks at the Ford Alumni Center in Eugene, Oregon on Oct. 15, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Dan Savage speaks at the Ford Alumni Center in Eugene, Ore., on Oct. 15, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Dan Savage explains a sexual position while speaking at the Ford Alumni Center in Eugene, Oregon on Oct. 15, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Dan Savage explains a sexual position while speaking at the Ford Alumni Center in Eugene, Ore., on Oct. 15, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

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Photos: Michael Franti & Spearhead rock McDonald Theatre

Michael Franti & Spearhead, whose song “Say Hey (I love you)” peaked at No. 18 on the Billboard Hot 100 and sold over 120,000 digital copies, lit up McDonald Theatre this Tuesday night. Franti was opened by the Ethan Tucker Band.

Michael Franti sings into the mic. Michael Franti and Spearhead perform at McDonald Theatre on October 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Michael Franti sings into the mic. Michael Franti & Spearhead perform at McDonald Theatre on Oct. 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Guitarist J Bowman leans out toward the audience while blasting a guitar solo. Michael Franti and Spearhead perform at McDonald Theatre on October 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Guitarist J. Bowman leans out toward the audience while blasting a guitar solo. Michael Franti & Spearhead perform at McDonald Theatre on Oct. 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Michael Franti takes to the stage as Michael Franti and Spearhead perform at McDonald Theatre on October 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Michael Franti takes to the stage as Michael Franti & Spearhead perform at McDonald Theatre on Oct. 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Lights and lasers light up McDonald Theatre as Michael Franti and Spearhead perform on October 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)(Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Lights and lasers light up McDonald Theatre as Michael Franti & Spearhead perform on Oct. 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Michael Franti motions toward the audience. Michael Franti and Spearhead perform at McDonald Theatre on October 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Michael Franti motions toward the audience. Michael Franti & Spearhead perform at McDonald Theatre on Oct. 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Michael Franti sings into the mic. Michael Franti and Spearhead perform at McDonald Theatre on October 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Michael Franti sings into the mic. Michael Franti & Spearhead perform at McDonald Theatre on Oct. 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Michael Franti motions toward the audience. Michael Franti and Spearhead perform at McDonald Theatre on October 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Michael Franti motions toward the audience. Michael Franti & Spearhead perform at McDonald Theatre on Oct. 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Guitarist J Bowman clasps hands with members of the crowd as Michael Franti and Spearhead perform at McDonald Theatre on October 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Guitarist J. Bowman clasps hands with members of the crowd as Michael Franti & Spearhead perform at McDonald Theatre on Oct. 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Michael Franti sings into the mic. Michael Franti and Spearhead perform at McDonald Theatre on October 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Michael Franti sings into the mic. Michael Franti & Spearhead perform at McDonald Theatre on Oct. 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Michael Franti plays a guitar toward the audience. Michael Franti and Spearhead perform at McDonald Theatre on October 8, 2013.  (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Michael Franti plays a guitar toward the audience. Michael Franti & Spearhead perform at McDonald Theatre on Oct. 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Ethan Tucker, lead singer of the Ethan Tucker Band, sings into the microphone as part of the opening act for Michael Franti. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Ethan Tucker, lead singer of the Ethan Tucker Band, sings into the microphone as part of the opening act for Michael Franti & Spearhead. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

A stage hand tunes a guitar prior to a performance by Michael Franti and Spearhead at McDonald Theatre on October 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

A stage hand tunes a guitar prior to a performance by Michael Franti & Spearhead at McDonald Theatre on Oct. 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Balloons are let loose midway through Michael Franti and Spearhead's performance at McDonald Theatre on October 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)(Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Balloons are let loose midway through Michael Franti & Spearhead’s performance at McDonald Theatre on Oct. 8, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

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Photos: Art of the Athlete returns to the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art

The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art held a public reception Wednesday night to celebrate Art of the Athlete II, an exhibit that shows off the work of student athletes. The exhibit is a collaboration between the John E. Jaqua Academic Center for Student Athletes and the UO Arts and Administration Program. Eight different Oregon sports programs are represented in the exhibit. Art of the Athlete II will be on display until February 9, 2014.

Oregon sophomore defensive back Issac Dixon shows off his graphic design to fellow football teammate and senior wide receiver, Josh Huff. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore defensive back Issac Dixon shows off his graphic design to fellow football teammate and senior wide receiver, Josh Huff. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Art of the Athlete participants pose for a photo following the end of the reception.  (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Art of the Athlete participants pose for a photo following the reception. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Stolen, a watercolor painting by Oregon junior running back Ayele Forde, was one of the works of art created by student athletes the represent a total of eight different sports. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Stolen, a watercolor painting by Oregon junior running back Ayele Forde, was one of the works of art created by student athletes who represent a total of eight different sports. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Oregon junior running back De'Anthony Thomas talks about his art and the inspiration of Michael Jordan being a influence in his piece. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Oregon junior running back De’Anthony Thomas talks about his art and Michael Jordan being an influence in his piece. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Oregon junior running back Ayele Forde (30) sits after receiving his certificate that reads: "This award is given to Ayele Forde for most likely to take the art world by storm." (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Oregon junior running back Ayele Forde (30) sits after receiving his certificate that reads: “This award is given to Ayele Forde for most likely to take the art world by storm.” (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

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Photos: No. 21 Oregon Ducks volleyball falls to No. 2 Washington Huskies 3-1

The No. 21 Oregon Ducks fell to the No. 2 Washington Huskies 3-1 on Friday night at Matt Knight Arena. The Ducks battled back and forth but ultimately dropped the first and second sets 23-25 and 19-25 respectively. Not going down without a fight, the Ducks rallied to take home the third set in extra points, taking down the Huskies 31-29. The Huskies, however, took over the game defensively and recorded block after block to take down the Ducks in the final set 25-8.

Washington junior outside hitter Krista Vansant (16) attempts a hit between Oregon sophomore outside hitter Martenne Bettendorf (18) and Oregon freshman middle blocker Kacey Nady (9). (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Washington junior outside hitter Krista Vansant (16) attempts a hit between Oregon sophomore outside hitter Martenne Bettendorf (18) and Oregon freshman middle blocker Kacey Nady (9). (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Sophomore defensive specialist Tatum Norton (17) launches herself forward in an attempt to save the ball. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Sophomore defensive specialist Tatum Norton (17) launches herself forward in an attempt to save the ball. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

The No. 21 Oregon Ducks celebrate after taking the third set 31 - 29 and tally the game to at 1 - 2 Washington's lead. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

The No. 21 Oregon Ducks celebrate after taking the third set 31-29 and tally the game at 1-2 Washington’s lead. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

University of Oregon freshmen Mikayla Cruz-Nicklas, left, and Sarah Zajac, center, hang out with Puddles during the volleyball game. On Friday night the No. 21 Ducks hosted the No. 2 Washington Huskies at Matthew Knight Arena. (Dominic Allen/Emerald)

University of Oregon freshmen Mikayla Cruz-Nicklas, left, and Sarah Zajac, center, hang out with Puddles during the volleyball game. On Friday night the No. 21 Ducks hosted the No. 2 Washington Huskies at Matthew Knight Arena. (Dominic Allen/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore outside hitter Martenne Bettendorf (18)  attempts a hit past Washington junior outside hitter Kaleigh Nelson (6). (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore outside hitter Martenne Bettendorf (18) attempts a hit past Washington junior outside hitter Kaleigh Nelson (6). (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore outside hitter Martenne Bettendorf (18) tosses a hand-held volleyball to fans sitting court-side. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore outside hitter Martenne Bettendorf (18) tosses a hand-held volleyball to fans sitting court-side. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks head coach Jim Moore yells instructions to an Oregon player. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Oregon Ducks head coach Jim Moore yells instructions to an Oregon player. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore outside hitter Canace Finley (5) attempts to spike the ball past Washington sophomores middle blocker Melanie Wade (5) and outside hitter Cassie Strickland (8).  (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Oregon sophomore outside hitter Canace Finley (5) attempts to spike the ball past Washington sophomores middle blocker Melanie Wade (5) and outside hitter Cassie Strickland (8). (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Oregon junior outside hitter Liz Brenner (6) celebrate with Oregon senior middle blocker Ariana Williams (7) after successfully recording a kill. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Oregon junior outside hitter Liz Brenner (6) celebrate with Oregon senior middle blocker Ariana Williams (7) after successfully recording a kill. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Oregon junior outside hitter Ariana Williams (7) is given the ball to serve for the Oregon Ducks after they score a point. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Oregon junior outside hitter Ariana Williams (7) is given the ball to serve for the Oregon Ducks after they score a point. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

The No. 21 Oregon Ducks take on the No. 2 Washington Huskies at Matt Knight Arena on Friday, September 27, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

The No. 21 Oregon Ducks take on the No. 2 Washington Huskies at Matt Knight Arena on Friday, September 27, 2013. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

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Photos: Oregon Ducks football — Fan Day at Autzen Stadium

Fans got a chance to meet, greet and get autographs from players on the Oregon Ducks football team today at Autzen Stadium as part of the program’s annual Fan Day. Players also host a variety of activities for fans to participate in like kicking a football between inflated goal posts or taking on a football-themed obstacle course.

Senior kicker Alejandro Maldonado (41) returns a football to a fan after signing it. ( (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Senior kicker Alejandro Maldonado (41) returns a football to a fan after signing it. ( (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Junior running back De'Anthony Thomas (6) smiles a fan departs with his autograph. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Junior running back De’Anthony Thomas (6) smiles as a fan departs with his autograph. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

The Oregon Ducks cheerleaders perform a routine at Oregon Football's Fan Day. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

The Oregon Ducks cheerleaders perform a routine at Oregon Football’s Fan Day. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Junior running back De'Anthony Thomas (6) signs his jersey at the Oregon Ducks'  Fan Day (Nate Barrett/Emerald).

Junior running back De’Anthony Thomas (6) signs his jersey at the Oregon Ducks’ Fan Day (Nate Barrett/Emerald).

Freshman running back Thomas Tyner (24) signs a pair of cleats at Fan Day. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Freshman running back Thomas Tyner (24) signs a pair of cleats at Fan Day. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Autzen Stadium and the Oregon Ducks host Fan Day. Fans form lines to see various Oregon Ducks players and participate in a variety of events. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Autzen Stadium and the Oregon Ducks host Fan Day. Fans form lines to see various Oregon Ducks players and participate in a variety of events. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Senior kicker Alejandro Maldonado (41) smiles as a fan prepares to step up. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Senior kicker Alejandro Maldonado (41) smiles as a fan prepares to step up. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Sophomore running back Byron Marshall (9) autographs a football for a fan. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Sophomore running back Byron Marshall (9) autographs a football for a fan. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Sophomore quarterback Marcus Mariota (9) waits for a new fan to step up and get his autograph. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Sophomore quarterback Marcus Mariota (9) waits for a new fan to step up and get his autograph. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Senior wide receiver Josh Huff (1) looks off into the distance as the next person in line prepares to step forward. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Senior wide receiver Josh Huff (1) waits as the next person in line prepares to step forward. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Sophomore running back Byron Marshall (9) pauses briefly before signing a toddler's Oregon Ducks jersey. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Sophomore running back Byron Marshall (9) pauses briefly before signing a toddler’s Oregon Ducks jersey. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

 

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Photos: Oregon volleyball — Liz Brenner shines in victory over alumni

The 2013 Ducks shutout their opponent Friday night in an exhibition game that saw this year’s team take on a group of former players, including three players from last year. Alaina Bergsma, Haley Jacob and Kellie Kawasaki were back on their home court to take on their former head coach and various former teammates. The 2013 Ducks won the sets 25-17, 25-16 and 25-18.

2004 alum Lauren Westendorf hugs senior setter Lauren Plum after the Ducks dominate the alumni 3-0. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

2004 alum Lauren Westendorf hugs senior setter Lauren Plum after the Ducks dominate the alumni 3-0. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Freshman outside hitter Naya Crittenden (8) and senior middle blocker Ariana Williams (7) attempt to block a hit by 2004 alum Lauren Westendorf. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Freshman outside hitter Naya Crittenden (8) and senior middle blocker Ariana Williams (7) attempt to block a hit by 2004 alum Lauren Westendorf. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

2012 alum and 2012 AVCA National Player of the Year Alaina Bergsma, smiles as she takes on her former teammates and sees new the Ducks' new players. Bergsma led all players with 15 kills on 49 attempts, and recorded two digs and two blocks. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

2012 alum and 2012 AVCA National Player of the Year Alaina Bergsma, smiles as she takes on her former teammates and sees new the Ducks’ new players. Bergsma led all players with 15 kills on 49 attempts, and recorded two digs and two blocks. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Junior outside hitter Liz Brenner (6) wipes beads of sweat from her forehead. Brenner lead the team with 14 kills on 26 attempts. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Junior outside hitter Liz Brenner (6) wipes beads of sweat from her forehead. Brenner lead the team with 14 kills on 26 attempts. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

2013 players and alumni reach into a tin cake pan to grab some Oregon themed rice crispy treat. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

2013 players and alumni reach into a tin cake pan to grab some Oregon-themed Rice Crispy treats. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

2012 alum Alaina Bergsma prepares to tip the ball over heads over the Ducks middle blockers. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

2012 alum Alaina Bergsma prepares to tip the ball over heads over the Ducks middle blockers. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Senior middle blocker Ariana Williams (7) reacts to 2008 alum Marija Milosevic collapsed to the floor. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Senior middle blocker Ariana Williams (7) reacts to 2008 alum Marija Milosevic collapsed to the floor. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

2008 alum Marija Milosevic writhers in pain after appearing to land awkwardly on her knee. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

2008 alum Marija Milosevic writhes in pain after appearing to land awkwardly on her knee. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

2008 alum Marija Milosevic cries in agony has she is attended to by a trainer.  (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

2008 alum Marija Milosevic cries in agony has she is attended to by a trainer. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Acting coach Kristen (Forristall) Rott and a trainer help 2008 alum Marija Milosevic limp off the floor.  (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Acting coach Kristen (Forristall) Rott and a trainer help 2008 alum Marija Milosevic limp off the floor. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

2012 alum Alaina Bergsma is embraced by 2004 alum Lauren Westendorf after recording a huge kill that caused ooh's and awe's around Matt Knight Arena. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

2012 alum Alaina Bergsma is embraced by 2004 alum Lauren Westendorf after recording a huge kill that caused oohs and awes around Matthew Knight Arena. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Head coach Jim Moore speaks to a player about positioning during the game. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Head coach Jim Moore speaks to a player about positioning during the game. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

The 2013 Ducks pose for a picture with alumni after the game . (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

The 2013 Ducks pose for a picture with alumni after the game . (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Head coach Jim Moore muses with 2012 alum Alaina Bergsma over a player he instructed to get above and attempt to block Bergsma on every play. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Head coach Jim Moore muses with 2012 alum Alaina Bergsma over a player he instructed to get above and attempt to block Bergsma on every play. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

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Video: Oregon Ducks volleyball media day

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Video: Oregon football coach Mark Helfrich talks Josh Huff, players graduating

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Photos: Oregon football — Media takes tour of Hatfield-Dowlin Complex

The Emerald and other media outlets were given an official tour of the new Hatfield-Dowlin Complex and additions to the Casanova Center at today’s Media Day.

Panorama of the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex. Click for larger version. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Panorama of the outside of the new Hatfield-Dowlin Complex. Click for larger version. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

The Oregon Ducks football department leads a group of journalists and photographers on a tour of the new Hatfield-Dowlin Complex. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

The Oregon football department leads a group of journalists and photographers on a tour of the new Hatfield-Dowlin Complex. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Senior Associate Athletic Director Jeff Hawkins, gives an entire tour of the newly constructed Hatfield-Dowlin Complex during Media Day on August 5. Jeff described the significance behind the design of the various interiors that adorn the complex, as well as the specifications that accommodate them. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Senior associate athletic director Jeff Hawkins gives a tour of the newly constructed Hatfield-Dowlin Complex during Media Day on August 5. Jeff described the significance behind the design of the various interiors that adorn the complex, as well as the specifications that accommodate them. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Prominent trophies the Oregon Ducks football teams have won are displayed in a glass desk near the front lobby of the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Prominent trophies the Oregon Ducks football teams have won are displayed in a glass case near the front lobby of the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

In the lobby is a showcase that displays a visualization of Oregon's uniforms as they've changed over the years.  (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

In the lobby is a display that showcases many of Oregon’s uniforms as they’ve changed over the years. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Oregon athletes (not just football players) have access to a place where they can meet with nutritionists and have healthy meals cooked for them. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Oregon athletes (not just football players) have access to a place where they can meet with nutritionists and have healthy meals cooked for them. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

An example of some of the food cooked at the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex's cafeteria. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

An example of some of the food prepared at the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex’s cafeteria. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Members of the media sit in the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex's  viewing theater, which can seat over 170 people.  (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Members of the media sit in the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex’s viewing theater, which can seat over 170 people. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

The Hatfield-Dowlin Complex houses a newly constructed weight room that overlooks the football practice fields. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

The Hatfield-Dowlin Complex houses a newly constructed weight room that overlooks the football practice fields. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

The Hatfield-Dowlin Complex is equipped with its own theater room called Sanders Hall. The theater room is large enough to host the coaches and the entire Oregon football team, and will be used for analyzing film. The chairs that line the aisle are constructed from the same leather that Ferrari uses for its car interior. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

The Hatfield-Dowlin Complex is equipped with its own theater room called Sanders Hall. The theater room is large enough to host the coaches and the entire Oregon football team and will be used for analyzing film. The chairs that line the aisle are constructed from the same leather that Ferrari uses for its car interior. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Area 51 is the private sector of the complex, where the coaching staff meet to finalize game day plans and recruitment. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Area 51 is the private sector of the complex, where the coaching staff meet to finalize game day plans and recruitment. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

The War Room, where coaches meet to talk about strategies, game plans, and football ideas. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

The War Room, where coaches meet to talk about strategies, game plans and football ideas. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Each Oregon football athlete is given a two-door locker that is equipped with a deodorizing ventilation system and a charging dock for electronics. The locker room also houses its own barbershop equipped with two barber chairs ready for use. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Each Oregon football athlete is given a two-door locker that is equipped with a deodorizing ventilation system and a charging dock for electronics. The locker room also houses its own barbershop equipped with two barber chairs ready for use. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Each Oregon football athlete is given a two-door locker that is equipped with a deodorizing ventilation system and a charging dock for electronics. The locker room also houses its own barbershop equipped with two barber chairs ready for use. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Each Oregon football athlete is given a two-door locker that is equipped with a deodorizing ventilation system and a charging dock for electronics. The locker room also features its own barbershop equipped with two barber chairs ready for use. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

Oregon football players select their name one one of the multiple touch pads stationed around the locker room and punch in their code which will activate the door to and open their locker. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Oregon football players select their name one one of the multiple touch pads stationed around the locker room and punch in their code which will activate the door to and open their locker. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Junior running back De'Anthony Thomas' locker is one of the many lockers that feature a design that incorporates their name, home town and jersey number.  (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Junior running back De’Anthony Thomas’ locker is one of the many lockers that feature a design that incorporates their name, home town and jersey number. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Ducks of all metal variations hang from the ceiling on the fifth floor of the complex. The ducks stand for Oregon players who have been drafted and the material variation signifies the round in which they were drafted. This is the duck for the first pick of the 2013 NFL Draft and former Oregon defensive end Dion Jordan.  (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Ducks of all metal variations hang from the ceiling on the fifth floor of the complex. The ducks represent Oregon players who have been drafted and the material variation signifies the round in which they were drafted. This is the duck for the first pick of the 2013 NFL Draft and former Oregon defensive end Dion Jordan. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Panorama of a mural designed in the parking garage under the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex. It's a homage to past coaches who have had a great impact upon the program. Click for larger version. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Panorama of a mural designed in the parking garage under the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex. It’s a homage to past coaches who have had a great impact upon the program. Click for larger version. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

A small locker room storage area right next to one of the practice fields. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

A small locker room storage area right next to one of the practice fields. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

A commemorative metal wall sits outside the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex that includes the Oregon varsity lettermen of the past and present. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

A commemorative metal wall sits outside the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex that includes the Oregon varsity lettermen of the past and present. (Andrew Seng/Emerald)

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