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daniel johnson, madison wyker, Sports

Volleyball drops the ball twice over the weekend

By Daniel Johnson, Staff Writer Published in print Oct. 8, 2014 Two weekends ago, the Spartans’ volleyball team began their Southern Conference (SoCon) schedule with back-to-back road wins against Western Carolina and Mercer. The team continued their conference road schedule this weekend against outer-conference opponent East Tennessee State (7-11) and Southern Conference rival Furman (11-4) and fell to both teams in matches that reached four … Continue reading Volleyball drops the ball twice over the weekend

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Hunt for October: MLB playoff preview

By Daniel Johnson, Staff Writer Published in print Oct. 1, 2014 Now that baseball is done proclaiming the gospel of Derek Jeter as the greatest Yankee since Mickey Mantle, fans can now focus on the postseason. Besides a dip in the temperature, October baseball has had a special history which excites fans to be eager to watch what will unfold for baseball starting this week.  … Continue reading Hunt for October: MLB playoff preview

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madison wyker, Sports, terrence hinds

Women’s Soccer solid in weekend matches

By Terrence Hinds, Staff Writer Published in print Oct. 1, 2014 Following last weekends’ great play at home against High Point and James Madison, UNCGs women’s soccer team traveled to Macon, GA and to Charleston, SC to face off against Mercer and The Citadel over the weekend.  In two matches, the team finished their weekend games by pulling out a gutsy draw and a dominating … Continue reading Women’s Soccer solid in weekend matches

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Men’s Tennis strong in weekend Elon Invitational

By Brandon Boyer, Staff Writer Published in print Oct. 1, 2014 The Spartans’ men’s tennis team took their wit and individual will power down the road this weekend, to play in the Elon Invitational, hosted by UNC-Greensboro’s former Southern Conference rival, Elon University. Fellow invites included UNC-Asheville, Georgia Southern, Coastal Carolina, Campbell University, Norfolk State, James Madison, East Carolina, North Carolina Central, Old Dominion and … Continue reading Men’s Tennis strong in weekend Elon Invitational

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matthew johnson, Sports

Five Lessons I learned in September

By Matthew Johnson, Sports Editor Published in print Oct. 1, 2014 One of my favorite poems, written by NFL Films co-founder Steve Sabol compares the autumn wind to that of a pirate. A raider who “growls as he storms the country, a villain big and bold,” the first month of fall is as unforgiving as the reality that the beach will be out of sight … Continue reading Five Lessons I learned in September

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Jeter and Billups, two of the best leaders

By Daniel Johnson, Staff Writer Published in print Sept. 24, 2014 Within this year, the sporting world lost two of the greatest leaders to have mentored and lead their teams in the nation’s history. The National Basketball Association lost Dr. Jack Ramsey to cancer, and two months later; the National Football League lost coach Chuck Noll to natural causes. The two coaches, aside from being … Continue reading Jeter and Billups, two of the best leaders

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Miami cools down the streaking Spartans

By Daniel Johnson, Staff Writer Published in print Sept. 24, 2014 Following last weekend’s dominating performance at the Spartan-Aggie Invitational, the Blue and Gold Volleyball team traveled to Miami to face off against respected volleyball powerhouses, Miami University and Missouri in the Hurricane Challenge Tournament this past weekend. Despite their best efforts, the Blue and Gold fell to both teams. In two games, the Spartan … Continue reading Miami cools down the streaking Spartans

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Women’s Soccer shuts out High Point

By Terrence Hinds, Staff Writer Published in print Sept. 24, 2014 The Spartans defeated High Point in shutout fashion last Friday evening to improve their record to 3-4-2. Following a Sunday matinee against James Madison, the team extended their winning streak to two games as the Blue and Gold after a set of weekend matches improved to 4-4-2 on the season. Friday evening, UNCG dominated … Continue reading Women’s Soccer shuts out High Point

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UNCG falls against Va Tech and Georgia State

By Brandon Boyer, Staff Writer Published in print Sept. 24, 2014 Men’s soccer took a big step in the right direction this week, as they battled against Virginia Tech and Georgia State. While both games ended in a loss for UNCG, each showed a tenacity that had been missing from the team in the early season. Last week, Virginia Tech battled against UNCG on Tuesday … Continue reading UNCG falls against Va Tech and Georgia State

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Chip Kelly’s offense has changed NFL

By Brandon Boyer, Staff Writer Published in print Sept. 17, 2014 I am not a football person. I have had to push myself to learn about the country’s juggernaut that is American football. Prior to four years ago, when a roommate of mine showcased the technical wonders and physical prowess shown in football in our suite at UNC Charlotte, I never watched football. The few … Continue reading Chip Kelly’s offense has changed NFL

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