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The 2024 college football season has brought many surprises for various teams. That includes the No. 10 Georgia Bulldogs (9-2), who have two losses for the first time since the 2020 season. The team's losses are mainly due to the offense's inconsistencies. Georgia ranks No. 34 in total offense, No. 9 in passing offense, No. 98 in rushing offense and No. 29 in scoring. Star quarterback Carson Beck's season has reflected those inconsistencies. He is completing 65.1% of his passes -- well below last season's 72.4% -- for 3,132 yards, 23 touchdowns and 12 interceptions. That's twice as many interceptions as Beck had in 14 games last season. David Pollack stated on his YouTube channel, "David Pollack College Football," that he believes Georgia is turning a corner. John David Mercer-Imagn Images "If you're a Georgia fan, I'm excited," Pollack said. "Because I'm saying, Carson Beck looked really good again. The offense continues to look really good. It looks like it's kind of turning the corner." The Bulldogs faced the UMass Minutemen (2-9) on Saturday, with Beck completing 20-of-31 passes for 297 yards and four touchdowns. The offense amassed 550 total yards in the game. While the offense appears to be finding a rhythm, Pollack expressed concern about the defense on Saturday. He noted that the Minutemen gained a total of 351 yards, including 226 on the ground. Georgia ranks 15th in total defense, 27th in passing yards allowed, 38th in rushing defense and 17th in scoring defense. The Bulldogs need to improve their rush defense from last weekend to prevent an upset this weekend. The Bulldogs will face the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (7-4), who rushed for 271 yards in an impressive upset win against the No. 8 Miami Hurricanes (10-1) earlier this season. The rivalry game is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET Friday on ABC. Related: Paul Finebaum Names Top SEC Quarterback Who Doesn't 'Deserve All of The Criticism'Soitec SA (OTCMKTS:SLOIF) Short Interest Update
ETHAN, S.D. — There are a lot of things going well at Ethan Elementary School. The school in Ethan, which boasts a population of around 350 in the southeast corner of Davison County, has an excellent attendance rate and student proficiency scores across the board that would be the envy of most any school in South Dakota. ADVERTISEMENT Those factors are all a reason the school was recently named a National ESEA Distinguished School. “Given the fact that there are at most only two per state, this one is pretty special,” said Tim Hawkins, superintendent and elementary principal for the Ethan School District. Ethan Elementary School and Timber Lake Elementary School are the only two South Dakota schools to receive the recognition in 2024. The recognition is bestowed by the National Association of Elementary and Secondary Education Act State Program Administrators, which recognizes schools that have a poverty rate of 35% or more, and demonstrate exceptional overall performance in academics, close the achievement gap between student groups or demonstrate excellence in serving special populations. It is the first time the school has received the award, Hawkins said, but not its only recent recognition for excellence. The school was named a National Blue Ribbon School in 2022 for its student scores, subgroup student scores and graduation rates, among other factors. The school was honored to receive that award, but the recent ESEA award is even more prestigious, with less than 100 bestowed on schools around the nation in 2024. “Like we told the kids when we found out about it, there were, I believe, 382 schools that received the National Blue Ribbon School award. But we are one of only 99 to receive this, so yeah, that’s pretty special,” Hawkins said. ADVERTISEMENT Ethan Elementary School is being recognized for its performance in Category 1 of the award, which covers schools exhibiting exceptional student performance and academic growth. Part of that excellence is the school’s high attendance rate. Ethan Elementary School holds a 97% attendance rate. That’s well over the state average of 87% and means the elementary school’s roughly 160 students, out of an overall K-12 enrollment of about 300, are almost always in class and ready to learn. Hawkins, who said that percentage could have been even higher if not for a couple of students who dealt with extended illnesses last year, gives credit to district parents for putting a high value on attendance and education in general. “You have to be present if you’re going to learn. It’s really difficult if you’re not in the building to hear all the things that are being talked about, and seeing the different things being presented,” Hawkins said. “It really comes down to the parents. They’ve got to be willing to get their kids to school, and we’re really proud of our parents down here in our school district, because they do value education and they do make sure they get their kids to school.” The attendance rate for both Ethan Elementary School and Timber Lake Elementary School, which logged a 99% attendance rate, were cited as examples by South Dakota Department of Education officials as to why they outperform their peers in fighting absenteeism. Joe Graves, secretary of education for South Dakota, praised both schools for their performance in the category. “Both Ethan Elementary and Timber Lake Elementary are examples of academic excellence, and can be deservedly called Distinguished Schools,” Graves said in a statement. “One of the keys to their success comes in the form of strong attendance. These students are consistently in school.” ADVERTISEMENT Good attendance means students rarely fall behind in their studies, and Ethan Elementary’s academic performance during the 2023-24 school year reflects a student population that is up on their studies and doing well on tests. Students at Ethan Elementary School posted proficiency scores of 69% in English Language Arts, 78% in math and 79% in science. That’s well above the state average for South Dakota students, who logged average proficiency scores of 51% in English Language Arts, 44% in math and 43% in science. If the bulk of the credit for getting students to class on a regular basis goes to the district parents, the credit for effectively getting lessons across to students in the classroom goes to the teachers, Hawkins said. “It definitely comes down to your teaching staff first. The staff that we have here – they take pride. They have expectations, and they take pride in trying to reach those expectations,” Hawkins said. “And they do a phenomenal job getting that across to our kids. To not settle, to do their absolute best. Our teachers are phenomenal at getting that point across to them.” The student body and faculty were on hand for a special presentation on the honor Tuesday, Nov. 26 at the school gymnasium. There, officials with the South Dakota Department of Education offered remarks and congratulations to the school on its success. Shannon Malone, director for the division of learning and instruction at the South Dakota Department of Education, told the assembled audience that both students and teachers at the district had reason to be proud of their accomplishments. She added that Ethan Elementary’s proficiency test scores were “incredible.” Malone told the Mitchell Republic following the presentation that such celebrations were an exciting time for officials with the South Dakota Department of Education. ADVERTISEMENT “It is exciting. It’s evident that this school has a great culture and a great environment when students and staff want to show up day in and day out, but it’s also evident every single year their test scores are rising to the top across the state, in both ELA and math. I think they are an example that we can showcase to other schools across the state what hard work and perseverance means,” Malone said. “(Ethan Elementary is) just doing a great job.” The recognition is a nice affirmation of the hard work the elementary students and staff put in, but the award is a district-wide honor, Hawkins said. There is a close connection between the middle school and high school students and the elementary students, which is itself a reflection of the overall support that comes from the Ethan community itself. It all starts at home with the parents and flows through the town and halls of the schools, he said. Following the presentation Tuesday, Hawkins said students would get a chance to celebrate with some relaxation time, perhaps a few board games and other activities. It’s a well-earned break leading into the Thanksgiving holiday, and one for which every Rustler can be proud of. “We’re going to give them an opportunity to do what they would like, and it’s going to be school-wide. We get everybody involved, even though it was our elementary school (that received the recognition), our junior high and high school kids do so many things with our elementary school,” Hawkins said. “So it truly is a school-wide event.
MOREHEAD, Ky. (AP) — Isaiah Smith ran for a career-high 205 yards on 31 carries and scored a touchdown and San Diego beat Morehead State 37-14 in a season-ending contest for both teams on Saturday. Grant Sergent threw for 184 yards and two touchdowns for San Diego (8-3, 6-2 Pioneer Football League) which ended the season with a four-game win streak and winners of six of seven. The Toreros finished in sole possession of second place in the PFL behind Drake (7-1), which clinched the league outright with a 49-10 win over Stetson on Saturday. Drake beat San Diego 30-28 on a walk-off field goal on Sept. 28 in Des Moines, Iowa. Bryce Patterson threw for 133 yards and a touchdown and James Louis ran for a touchdown for the Eagles (7-5, 5-3). ___ Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP collegebasketball: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-basketball-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-basketballUF (6-0) opens at 2:30 p.m. Thursday against Wake Forest (6-1) aiming to avenge a November 2023 loss to the Demon Deacons. Minnesota (5-1) and Wichita State (5-0) meet at noon.
Ruto hints at a more inclusive government in the coming yearAdrian Bosshard knows as much about time as he does about speed—he is the CEO of Rado and a former Swiss motorcycle champion. As head of Rado, he has overseen the brand’s growth over the past four years, with India emerging as its top sales market in 2023 and 2024. Assembly Election Results Live Updates Maharashtra Election Results Jharkhand Election Results Bypoll Election Results Rado is part of the Swatch Group , the world’s largest watchmaker, and sits alongside luxury brands like Omega, Longines, and Tissot in a portfolio that also includes Blancpain, Breguet, Certina, and Harry Winston. Before Rado, Bosshard was CEO of Certina for 17 years. The 62-year-old, wearing a grey suit, black shirt, and a square-shaped Rado Anatom, speaks to Apoorva Mittal over a video call from his office in Lengnau, Switzerland, as the first snow begins to fall. He elaborates on the brand’s journey in India and its future plans. Edited excerpts: When Swatch Group CEO Nick Hayek Jr. approached you in July 2020 to lead Rado, his brief was to take the brand’s uniqueness to countries where there was still room to progress. Where did India stand at the time and how did you execute that vision here? I was in a lucky position that Rado was already heavily present in the region and there was a strong brand awareness. When I started, I saw that a big part of our collection was sold in steel. My goal was to enhance Rado’s identity by focusing on the unique benefits of our ceramic material—comfort, lightness, scratch-resistance, and timeless beauty. In the past years, with our local team’s support, we were able to communicate all its strengths—both rational and emotional—to Indian customers. Over the past four and a half years, we have significantly increased the share of ceramic product sales. Last year, India overtook China as Rado’s largest market. What drove this shift and what is your localisation strategy? 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At the same time, India experienced disproportionate growth, driven by rising purchasing power and brand awareness. Rado, with its long-standing presence in India, leveraged its strong distribution network and local expertise and increased investments in marketing to capitalise on this growth. We focused on ceramic products and unique designs, amplifying communication efforts with testimonials to enhance brand recognition. With this strategic approach, we have not only helped the growth of the total market, but have also gained heavy market share, positioning India as Rado’s top market—a trend we expect to continue, given the country’s promising future. Has India maintained its top spot this year? Yes, yes. Of course, in terms of percentage, we have countries with higher growth rates, but we are still on a high two-digit growth in India after the record year of 2023, and it is expected to stay the same. In our price segment, over 50% of all sales of Swiss watches are Rado. This Diwali, you allocated one-third of your total budget to the season’s advertising. How did Rado perform and which regions or markets played a pivotal role in driving this success? Diwali is a crucial gifting period in India, and our investment has paid off not just locally but globally, as Indians celebrate Diwali in key markets like the UK, US, Australia, and Dubai. Yesterday evening, we had a phone conference with our team from Canada, which also confirmed that they had a very nice growth during the Diwali period. Of course, our communication focus was India during Diwali, but it’s really bringing a spillover around the globe. So how much was it? Sales in India during October hit an exceptionally high double-digit growth, growing more than 30% over the same period last year. I checked twice with (India head) Simran (Chandhoke) to ensure we weren’t overloading the market. She confirmed that stock levels remained balanced and sales growth directly reflected consumer demand, avoiding any overstocking strategy. Many luxury watchmakers are expanding their offline footprint in India. What are Rado’s offline and online strategies for next year? We currently have 34 boutiques, and we aim to expand selectively, including opening our first corporate boutiques at premium locations next year and adding stores in Delhi, Mumbai, and Hyderabad. In Tier-2 and -3 cities, we are focused on multibrand developments to ensure a qualitative brand presence alongside premium neighbours. Boutique sales already contribute nearly 50% of our business, and we expect this share to grow further. While e-commerce is part of our distribution strategy, it’s not a priority. For Rado, the in-store experience—where customers can touch, feel and try the watch with expert guidance—is essential for delivering the best brand experience. Can you tell us about your demographic split? New Delhi and Mumbai lead the sales and, in non-metros, Jaipur, Indore, and Ahmedabad are doing well. Unlike international markets where the split is equal, in India we have a higher share of male customers. But since we got Katrina Kaif as brand ambassador, we are focusing more on women’s watches and increasing the share of female buyers. India’s trade pact with the European Free Trade Association proposes to reduce import tariffs on Swiss watches from 22% to nil over seven years. How do you see it impacting Rado’s pricing and growth in the region when it comes into effect? Lower tariffs mean better value for customers and more business opportunities for us. Currently, we face pricing challenges due to the strong Swiss franc and fluctuations in the Indian rupee. Reduced taxes will help stabilise prices and minimise future increases, even if the rupee weakens. This agreement is a positive step, ensuring customers get the maximum value with fewer taxes, and we are excited about its long-term impact on the market. What trends do you think will dominate the watch industry in the coming months? The trend in India and globally is a shift towards purchasing watches as long-term investments—pieces that hold real, enduring value. Unlike short-term consumption goods like computers or smartphones, which become obsolete in two-three years, luxury watches are cherished for a lifetime, be it for personal use or gifting. Customers increasingly seek brands with a consistent DNA and lasting value, and I see this as the direction for the future of luxury. (Bosshard reaches into the drawer and retrieves his Rado Integral—the very first Rado watch he owned, a wedding gift from his wife in 1986. He displays the sleek black ceramic timepiece on screen.) It’s still like new (smiles). 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