ULM soars past Lions in dramatic fashion
Tristan McGowen, [email protected]
September 3, 2018
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The Warhawks came out in their 2018 season opener ready to secure their first win while putting on a show for their home fans, they did just that. As time expired Thursday night in Malone Stadium, junior wide receiver RJ Turner made a game-sealing block on a 37-yard field goal attempt to clinch the...
Center position: Thing of the past
Dallon Lewis, [email protected]
September 3, 2018
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The center position in the NBA does not have the same glory as the past. Hall of Fame greats such as Shaquille O’Neal, Kareem Abdul Jabbar and Wilt Chamberlain all held their primes when court spacing was tighter. Coaches ran offensive schemes centered for big men who did not control tremendous speed,...
Volleyball strikes out
Kris Albert, [email protected]
September 3, 2018
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The Warhawks fought hard but went winless at the Redhawk Invitational. ULM went 0-3, starting with game one against host-team Southeast Missouri. Defensively, the Warhawks excelled, out-blocking Southeast 13 blocks and seven team blocks. Compared to eight blocks and four team blocks of the home team....
Athletic Director steps down
Miles Jordan, [email protected]
September 3, 2018
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On Monday, Aug. 20, 2018, the athletic director(AD) for the University of Louisiana at Monroe, Nick Floyd citing a health issue, announced that he would be stepping down. Floyd’s departure, effective Sept. 4, creates an opening for the fourth athletic director since ULM president, Dr. Nick Bruno, began...
Spotlight: Quarterback on the rise
Nathaniel Nasworthy, [email protected]
September 3, 2018
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Going into Thursday’s game against Southeastern Louisiana, a lot of pressure had been placed upon ULM’s starting quarterback, Caleb Evans’ shoulders. After a rough quarter and a half that included an interception, Evans took control and gave the Warhawks a two point lead with a short touchdown...
New year, new team, big dreams
Siddharth Gaulee, [email protected]
August 26, 2018
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With only a handful of days left until the home opener against Southeastern, ULM’s campus and the city of Monroe are buzzing with excitement. After back to back 4-8 seasons under Matt Viator, the Warhawks have the fan base believing that this is the year to put the rebuild process to rest...
Volleyball takes down SEC titan
Tristan McGowen, [email protected]
August 26, 2018
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A trip to Starkville, Miss. for the ULM Volleyball team under first year head coach, Russ Friedland, proved to be exactly what the doctor ordered. The Warhawks were able to pick up back to back wins to close out their weekend at the StarkVegas Classic, making them 2-1 to start their 2018 season. Despite ULM’s o...
Soccer fails at home, hopes for better luck
Alfonzo Galvan, [email protected]
August 26, 2018
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The Warhawk’s soccer team presented themselves to their faithful supporters for the first time this season as they faced off against Central Arkansas University. Through a valiant effort, the team fell 2-0. Head Soccer Coach Keyton Wheelock brought out her new team and staff Friday evening. “It’s...
Warhawks look to tackle the season
Nate Nasworthy, [email protected]
August 26, 2018
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As we near the end of August, all of America can rejoice that college football is back. The Warhawks look to build upon their 2017 campaign that ended in a 4-8 record and a three-way tie for 5th place in the Sun Belt Conference. In the new Western division, Matt Viator, going into his third year as h...
Intramurals kick off with soccer
Jimmin Felton, [email protected]
August 26, 2018
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It’s the time of year again where class has started and the students are trying to figure out a balance between studies and entertainment. The best way to stay calm during the chaotic semester is to get active, and getting involved with intramurals is a great way. Some people may or may not ad...
Look out for soccer this season
Alfonzo Galvan, [email protected]
August 20, 2018
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It’s officially soccer season once again out on the bayou, and things are looking good for a change. We have a packed and talented roster hitting the field this season. Head Soccer Coach Keyton Wheelock and her staff put in extra hours in during recruitment and brought some real talent to the squad t...
ULM faces penalties from NCAA
Tristan Mcgowen, [email protected]
August 20, 2018
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On Friday, the NCAA Division I Committee on Infractions (COI) announced the results of an investigation regarding academic misconduct within the ULMs men’s basketball program. The investigation involved former assistant men’s basketball coach, Phillipe Lilavois, for reportedly engaging in the acade...
