Daniel Johnson Staff Writer Who does not enjoy being a part of a club? For most students on campus, throughout childhood and up to a certain point in life, they have been members of some form of club, rather it be official or not. The same can also be said about teams. A lot of people have been a part of a team that … Continue reading UNCG students enjoy presentation by club sports
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
Roger Thomas Staff Writer Not everyone agrees with the idea of receiving trophies or awards that were not deserved or earned, but were given just for showing up and participating. James Harrison of the NFL, outside linebacker for The Pittsburgh Steelers, also believes that participation trophies should not continue. Harrison came home last week to find out that his two sons were given trophies … Continue reading Participation Trophies Are Giving Lesser Meaning to Hard Work
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
Daniel Johnson Staff Writer Though the first home game for the UNC-Greensboro Spartans Volleyball team will not be played until September 8 when they host the High Point Panthers, the first volleyball game that was played in Fleming Gym this semester occurred this past Saturday afternoon. It was on this day that the Spartans Volleyball program held their first (and hopefully not last) Alumni … Continue reading Current and former UNCG Volleyball players celebrate Alumni Day
Bold: Home August 28: Women’s Soccer at Kentucky 5pm August 28: Volleyball at Liberty at 7pm August 28: Men’s Soccer at Virginia Tech at 8:30pm August 29: Volleyball vs Hampton at 10am August 29: Volleyball vs. Fairleigh at 4:30om August 30: Women’s Soccer at Eastern Kentucky at 1pm August 31: Men’s Soccer vs. UNCW at UNCG Soccer Stadium at 7pm Color Vibe 5K Dowtown Greensboro … Continue reading UPCOMING ATHLETIC EVENTS
Lindsey Dancy Staff Writer The UNC-Greensboro Women’s soccer team had a rocky start to begin their season over the weekend. The Spartans fell to Loyola-Chicago on Friday night with a 3-2 double-overtime loss against the Ramblers at the UNCG Soccer Stadium. The game was led into double overtime as the Spartans battled to maintain a 2-2 tie in front of a heavy Blue and … Continue reading Women’s Soccer fall to Loyola
Kenny Mann Staff Writer After fifteen seasons at the helm of the women’s tennis team, where in six of those seasons he also coached the men’s tennis team, Director of Tennis, Jeff Trivette resigned his position as the head coach for the women’s tennis team over the summer. As Trivette keeps his position as head coach of the men’s team, as well as Director of … Continue reading Ale Guerra, the new head coach of women’s tennis at UNCG
Kenny Mann Staff Writer Being active is a vital part of living a healthy lifestyle, and UNC-Greensboro has just begun an awesome way to get you on the right track. UNCG has teamed up with Fleet Feet to put together a program to help anyone get in shape and learn vital skills about living a healthy lifestyle. The program is called “No Boundaries: Learn … Continue reading Fleet Feet prepares students to get healthy at Rec Center
Roger Thomas Staff Writter The Carolina Panthers kicked off the 2015 Pre-Season with a matchup against The Buffalo Bills at Ralph Wilson Stadium in Orchard Park, N.Y. last Friday night. The Panthers are led by fifth year head coach by “Riverboat” Ron Rivera. The Carolina faithful are very excited about the team this upcoming season. All eyes will be on the new additions to … Continue reading Carolina Panthers take time to roar, backup defense struggles
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