The End of a Saga: Antonio Brown Drama Finally Over?
Monique WilliamsStaff Writer Life as an Oakland Raider was short-lived for wide receiver Antonio Brown. As of Saturday, the Raiders have officially severed ties with the seven-time Pro Bowler, per his request. Brown asked for a release via an Instagram post Saturday morning. Before we knew it, Raiders head coach John Gruden was addressing the media Saturday afternoon about Brown’s departure. A lot has happened … Continue reading The End of a Saga: Antonio Brown Drama Finally Over?
College Football Is Back
Alexis PitchfordStaff Writer The countdown is over! Even though North Carolina may be known as the Hoop State, everyone has a love for college football. Here’s a rundown of this past weekend’s action from schools across the state, across all levels. On the Division I level, there were several in-state matchups. NC State defeated East Carolina, 34-6, in front of their home crowd, then trounced … Continue reading College Football Is Back
The Stadiums of North Carolina: Kenan Memorial Stadium
Andrew SalmonSports Editor The truth is, every UNCG fan has a secondary school for football season. That’s the cold reality of going to a school that refuses to fund a football team—and that’s fine. It is what it is. That being said, I find myself on something of an island every September. I was born and raised a Tar Heel fan, but my childhood obsession … Continue reading The Stadiums of North Carolina: Kenan Memorial Stadium
Ghosts: Horror’s Modern Fixation with a Haunting Past
Alliana AvancenaStaff Writer What is it about horror and fear that intrigues people? Is it the adrenaline rush, or is it something to keep viewers up at night when things go bump in the dark? Ghost stories have been around for longer than most people would expect, and yet their popularity is ongoing. The ghost stories of Japan and their origins are becoming seemingly hinted … Continue reading Ghosts: Horror’s Modern Fixation with a Haunting Past
‘Eve’: A Lyrical Masterpiece
Roni MartinezStaff Writer A North Carolina native rapper, Rapsody, just dropped her latest album titled Eve. Clocking in at one hour and three minutes, Rapsody delivers a rhythmic and lyrically loaded project full of beautiful and familiar samples. Rapsody reinforces her love for Black culture not only through the lyrics she recites, but also through the titles in the album, ‘Eve’. Each one is named … Continue reading ‘Eve’: A Lyrical Masterpiece
Boys Dance Too
Eden LandgroverStaff Writer The Prince of Cambridge takes ballet, and he enjoys it. When Good Morning America’s co-anchor Lara Spencer covered the Prince Geroge’s school curriculum in a pop news segment on August 23, she disclosed his ballet training. Immediately bursting into a fit of laughter, Spencer uttered, “we’ll see how long that lasts,” while encouraging her audience and colleagues to laugh with her. Why … Continue reading Boys Dance Too
Brockhampton: ‘GINGER’
Hannah Hall Staff Writer Without a doubt, Brockhampton is one of the most popular music groups among teenagers and young adults in 2019. Their unique ability to merge the popularity of rap music and the ‘boy band’ phenomenon of the 90s is undeniably the cause for their tremendous following. This coupled with their ability to create music that is of a genuine quality while still … Continue reading Brockhampton: ‘GINGER’
UNCG Volleyball: Spartans Open Season 2-1
Brayden Stamps Staff Writer The UNCG Volleyball team began play for its 50th season this season with a three-game weekend homestand in the Spartan-Deacon Classic. After ending last season with a lot of positive momentum, the Spartans are looking to carrying that forward into the season, and to perform at an elite level for their half-century celebration. In Friday’s contest, UNCG was matched up against … Continue reading UNCG Volleyball: Spartans Open Season 2-1
UNCG’s Electric Win Over George Washington
Douglas BurnsStaff Writer GREENSBORO, N.C. – The UNCG men’s soccer team and their coach, Chris Rich, worked hard for their first win of the collegiate season at home. UNCG squared off against the George Washington Colonials on a beautiful North Carolina night on August 30, and came away with the 2-0 victory. With a sizeable crowd, the game kicked off into an evenly-matched first half … Continue reading UNCG’s Electric Win Over George Washington
Antonio Brown’s Headstrong Grievances: Legit or Attention-Seeking?
Monique WilliamsStaff Writer Oakland Raiders wide receiver Antonio Brown has made the headlines once again. Not because of his playing ability or his progress with his new team, the Oakland Raiders, but because of a head issue. As of late, Brown has filed a second grievance against the NFL over not being allowed to wear his “particular” helmet. Brown initially filed his first helmet grievance … Continue reading Antonio Brown’s Headstrong Grievances: Legit or Attention-Seeking?
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