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The Come-Up of the Detroit Lions: A New Era of Hope

Lucas Christopherson, Writer December 4, 2024

The Detroit Lions have long been one of the NFL’s most storied franchises, but not for the reasons fans might hope. With a history marked by decades of underperformance, the Lions were often seen as...

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Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul: A Clash of Eras

Denia Ferreira, Writer December 4, 2024

On November 15, 2024, boxing and sports fans from around the world saw something unique: Mike Tyson, the legendary heavyweight prize fighter, faced Jake Paul, a YouTuber turned fighter, in an eight-round...

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History of the World Series

Lucas Christopherson, Writer November 18, 2024

The World Series stands as the pinnacle of Major League Baseball (MLB), an iconic tradition that has defined the sport for over a century. Every fall, teams from the American League and the National League...

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Karl Malone’s Disturbing Past & What The NBA Can Do

Stanley Shivley, Editor November 14, 2024

Reader Discretion for topics of Sexual Abuse and Pedophilia A little over a year ago, During NBA All-Star Weekend in Salt Lake City, the NBA announced that Hall of Fame Utah Jazz player, Karl Malone,...

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The History of the Miami Dolphins

Lucas Van Dyke, Editor November 6, 2024

The Miami Dolphins are one of the most well-known teams in the NFL, with a history full of great players and unforgettable moments. The team was founded in 1965 by Joe Robbie and actor Danny Thomas, and...

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Are Energy Drinks Actually Bad For You?

Jorja Peyton, Jr. Editor October 31, 2024

In the past 20 years, energy drinks have become very popular, especially among teens, athletes, and students in need of a fast-acting burst of energy. These beverages are marketed to improve mental alertness,...

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Student Athletic Trainer Watches as Soccer Player Faces an MCL Tear

Denia Ferreira, Writer October 4, 2024

In the world of soccer, injuries are an unfortunate but common aspect of the game. Among these, tears to the medial collateral ligament (MCL) are particularly prevalent. On Monday, September 16th, 2024,...

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Student Doctor Saves Hockey Equipment Manager’s Life

Aidan Gonzalez, Writer October 4, 2024

On October 23, 2021,  during a matchup between the Vancouver Canucks and Seattle Kraken, 22-year-old fan Nadia Popovici noticed a large mole on the back of Vancouver Canucks Equipment Manager, Brian Hamilton's...

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Booms and Busts of Fantasy Week 1

Lucas Van Dyke, Editor October 4, 2024

The NFL season has finally gone underway after a long and crazy offseason for many teams in the league. While some teams got drastically better through trades and free agency, some teams have also heavily...

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The History of Volleyball

Alexa Gonzalez, Writer October 4, 2024

Volleyball is a game played by two teams with six players on each side, in which the players use their hands to hit the ball back and forth over a high net, trying to make the ball hit the ground of their...

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Why Pickleball is one of the Best Hobbies

Anthony Leo, Writer October 4, 2024

Pickleball is one of the greatest sports ever. It is a mixture of table tennis and tennis. It is played with a wiffle ball, but it is harder than the actual wiffle ball. The rules are quite simple, and...

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ESPN Fantasy Football: A Winning Strategy for the 2024 Season

Lucas Christopherson, Writer October 4, 2024

As the 2024 NFL season kicks off, fantasy football enthusiasts are gearing up for another exciting year. ESPN Fantasy Football remains one of the most popular platforms, providing users with the tools,...

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