'Cuse Camp Clips ... with Ryan Bartholomew

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Syracuse sophomore guard Ryan Bartholomew aspires to be an integral part of Syracuse's front line protection in 2008. The Mitchellville, Md. native played in two games as a rookie, at Iowa and against Buffalo. All Orange football fans are invited to see the 2008 squad practice on Monday, August 18 at the annual Fanfest. There will also be activities for the whole family, including an autograph session at the end of practice from 8:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Gates open at 5:00 p.m. and the football team will take the field at 5:45 p.m. Admission is free.

   The event at the Les Vielbig Track (next to Coyne Field and the Schwartzwalder and Katz football practice fields) will feature Otto and the Orange cheerleaders, inflatable “jumpies” for kids, retail tables featuring Syracuse merchandise and food vendors. Orange fans can pick up their annual poster, schedule card and team roster before the first game, along with gathering membership information for the ‘Cuse Kids Club. Season tickets and individual game tickets will be available for purchase.

     Syracuse kicks off the 2008 campaign at Northwestern on Saturday, August 30. Season and individual tickets are available online and at the Carrier Dome Box Office (1-888-DOMETIX). Fans who have ordered 2008 season tickets should watch their mailboxes as tickets will be mailed this week.

     Learn more about Bartholomew in today's edition of 'Cuse Camp Clips.

What was your 'welcome to college football' moment?

It was my first practice in shells. We were kind of having a scrimmage, so, I'm going after a linebacker and he was just so fast I missed him and ended up falling and scraped my whole leg. Just all scraped up … that was definitely my 'welcome to college football' moment.

What goes through your head when you and your teammates are going through your pre-game routine?

I'm thinking of the opponent and what they'll be doing. I'm trying to remember what we learned in practice that week and what to expect. Just try and concentrate only on that.

Do opposing defensive linemen talk a lot during the game?

They talk a lot, but sometimes you don't even understand what they're saying. Most of the time, the defense is just talking gibberish. Most of the time, they're just talking to themselves because they're trying to get down what they need to do. Sometimes they're more messed up than you'd think, though.

What Syracuse University class has taught you the most?

My favorite class was probably philosophy 191. The teacher is interesting and engaging. He used music during class to get the point across when he was trying to teach and it actually made a lot of sense.

Who in your life has given you the most valuable ‘life lesson’?

It would be my grandmother. I've lived with her my whole life and she taught me the virtues of perseverance and consistency. You must keep going, but you also must be consistent in what you do.

Five years after graduating from Syracuse I will be …
Either hopefully in the NFL or graduated from dental school.

Advice to first-year teammates?

Go to class. Everything can sneak up on you. Make sure to keep up on your assignments.

How do you maintain your focus on training camp and not look ahead to the season-opener at Northwestern on August 30th?

It's tough, but you have to make sure you're right before you can worry about someone else.

Favorite Professional sports team?
Washington Redskins

Favorite Professional athlete?
Gilbert Arenas

Other than football, what sport do you think you could dominate at Syracuse?
I think I'd fit in pretty well with the soccer team.

What's your favorite spot to hang out at on campus?
It has to be Manley.

What's your favorite routine in the weight room?
Working out on my legs.

What's the best meal in the cafeteria at Manley?
The steak and shrimp is pretty good.

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