Five Lessons I learned in September

Matthew Johnson     Sports Editor Finally, fall has arrived! Yes, we have finally broken away from the ridiculous and insufferable heat of North Carolina summers as the chill of September has finally rolled in and hit the state. While we still probably have another week or two of afternoons that can get a little warm, I would be shocked  if we see another 80-degree … Continue reading Five Lessons I learned in September

Poets’ Pick

Featured poets from our staff and the community. Matthew Johnson     Sports Editor Standing atop the roof of the world, In hours before time, the Dignified sorcerer Set into motion, a jumble of enigmas unfurled. With innocence in the retinas of the ocular, The firmament shudders in the clutter of cultures Due to the wily schemes of a darkness abductor, Who plans to reshape … Continue reading Poets’ Pick

Students take break with video games in Throwback Week

Matthew Johnson    Sports Editor In continuing their celebration of a much more simpler time, the Campus Activities Board let students take a break from their daunting classes last week to remember a special part of the 1990s. With the month of September referred to as “Mental Health Month,” students were given free range to unwind by playing some of their favorite video games and … Continue reading Students take break with video games in Throwback Week

Arguing with the editor

Sorry (not sorry) Panthers fans, reaching postseason is unlikely Matthew Johnson    Sports Editor The beginning of a new football season is always one of the most refreshing times for fans. Outside of the fervent faithful in Foxboro, every team in the National Football League has nowhere to go but up, and this includes the regional franchise, the Carolina Panthers. The Panthers last year became … Continue reading Arguing with the editor

The Time when sports stood up

Matthew Johnson     Sports Editor On Sept. 11, 2001, I was in Connecticut and was starting one of my first days of elementary school. Beginning the second grade, the memories at this point are distant and hazy. But I remember a little bit. I remember being dismissed early and when I came home, watching two tall buildings blackened in smoke. I remember listening to … Continue reading The Time when sports stood up

Poets’ Pick

Featured poets from our staff and the community. Matthew Johnson     Sports Editor Bring me your stories, and I will be your keeper of tales. From your towers damselled in distressed, Let me scribble not theirs, but your escaped lores and fables. Away from everywhere, in the midst of this empty, plastic domain, Paint me your passionate parables impressed on your purpose For I … Continue reading Poets’ Pick

How the UNCG blacktop paves passion

Matthew Johnson    Sports Editor The streetlamps are bright, the asphalt is hard, and the silver, full moon moon shines on every foul and jumpshot on the court. When asked about dealing with all that nature throws when playing outside, freshman Jordan Newkirk, while in his first year at UNC-Greensboro, has seemingly profuse experience of handling the combative environment. “It can be a little difficult,” … Continue reading How the UNCG blacktop paves passion

Five Lessons I learned over the Summer

Matthew Johnson    Sports Editor Though the calendar said it was 2015, for me, this summer had a circa late 90s vibe. I mean, Dr. Dre descended from his throne on hip-hop high to release a jaw-dropping album for us baseborn masses. I was watching movies about Marvel comic book heroes, loveable Disney characters, and of course one of my favorite shows growing up, Dragon … Continue reading Five Lessons I learned over the Summer