The Drake Bulldogs open a bid for a second straight Pioneer League titlewhen they open the league race at Valparaiso this weekend. The Bulldogsclosed out the pre-conference portion of their schedule 3-1 and coach RobAsh says his team is ready for conference play.The Bulldogs have been racked by injuries, including a season-ending kneeinjury to quarterback Solon Bell. Ash says that was the only down side tothe first month of the season.Despite the injuries, Ash says the Bulldogs are confident they can makeanother run at the title.