Brayden StampsStaff Writer Once again, we have arrived at the Final Four of professional football, and we had quite the exciting docket of games this weekend. After last year’s resurgence of the ground game, the passing game has responded, as NFL quarterbacks have posted some absurd numbers this past season.         Much like March Madness, the NFL’s single-elimination style bracket often promotes upsets and other … Continue reading Conference Championship Weekend: What You Need to Know and Super Bowl Predictions

Chelsea McBaySports Editor On Nov 30, the drama started to unfold. Girls’ basketball player and high school senior Maori Davenport got called into the principal’s office during the school day at Charles Henderson High School. Two faces awaited her in that small office—her principal, Brock Kelly, and the head coach of the girl’s basketball program, Dyneshia Jones. Davenport had just started her senior season, only … Continue reading Girls’ High School Basketball: The Maori Davenport Saga

Andrew SalmonSports Editor Former UNCG soccer player and distinguished head coach E.J. O’Keeffe was officially welcomed as the new UNCG Men’s Soccer head coach in a press conference last Wednesday. O’Keeffe, who previously led High Point University to an NCAA Tournament bid in 2018, was joined behind the podium by Athletic Director Kim Record and spoke before an audience that included team members, journalists and … Continue reading UNCG Men’s Soccer: E.J. O’Keeffe Named Head Coach

Monique WilliamsStaff Writer It’s no secret that the Spartans have struggled since the Winter Break. They have accumulated four consecutive losses since December 29.   Before starting their three-game road trip, the Spartans suffered a loss at home against Coastal Carolina. They fell 78-71 in overtime. The Spartans converted on offense late in the fourth quarter, but Coastal Carolina was also able to convert, forcing … Continue reading UNCG Women’s Basketball: The Relentless Spartans

Sports Staff With the passing of Thanksgiving, the sports staff gives their thoughts on a sports moment they’re thankful for. Andrew: Without a doubt, it’s UNCG Men’s Basketball winning the SoCon Tournament in Asheville earlier this year. I was lucky enough to be there and cover it for The Carolinian; it was the most fun I’ve ever had watching basketball. Monique: I know this occurred … Continue reading What Sports Moment Are You Most Thankful For?