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The Hawkeye

The Student News Site of University of Louisiana Monroe

The Hawkeye

The Student News Site of University of Louisiana Monroe

The Hawkeye

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Cursive should not be taught in schools

Keith Webb, Copy Editor March 17, 2024

Most people who attended third grade before 2010 learned cursive.  Learning cursive used to be part of the United State’s core curriculum, meaning schools needed to teach cursive. After the technological...

Carys Platt bunts to advance her teammate. --Courtesy ULM Athletics

Colonels crushed in game 3 shutout

Beau Benoit, Sports Editor March 11, 2024

An early 6-run inning by ULM in the third game of the series against in-state opponent Nicholls set the precedent for a shutout 5-inning win. The Warhawks (16-6) started the series with a late 4-3 win...

Bryce Bertucci jogs to home plate after his teammate nails a home run.

Intramural softball set for electric season

Beau Benoit, Sports Editor March 11, 2024

As the first week of intramural softball action comes to an end, it’s time to highlight some teams to watch this season. Starting with co-ed recreational softball, “The Batican” hosted a shoot-out...

Tyreese Watson soars to find the basket.

Early deficit undermines late game push

Beau Benoit, Sports Editor March 11, 2024

Losing to South Alabama made ULM men’s basketball enter the Sun Belt Tournament earlier than it wanted, and a loss to Coastal Carolina sent the Warhawks home just the same. Despite Tyreese Watson's career-high...

Stellar pitching, batting hand Tigers quick loss

Stellar pitching, batting hand Tigers quick loss

Beau Benoit, Sports Editor March 4, 2024

An 8-0 lead at the bottom of the sixth inning gave ULM softball an early victory over Jackson State. The Warhawks (14-5) run-ruled the Tigers (10-3) for their eighth run-rule victory this season. A home...

Strong offense, defense deny Demons of win

Strong offense, defense deny Demons of win

Hanna Singh, Arts & Entertainment Editor March 4, 2024

One got away, and the rest came to play. ULM baseball let the Northwestern State Demons make a single run before bringing its A-game for a 9-2 win over its in-state opponent. A solid defense from ULM (5-4)...

Brutal Bobcats leave team stunned in San Marcos

Brutal Bobcats leave team stunned in San Marcos

Beau Benoit, Sports Editor March 4, 2024

The Warhawks couldn’t escape San Marcos with a win as the Bobcats prevailed 73-55. Limited scoring in the first half established a lead for Texas State (13-17; 6-11 Sun Belt Conference) that lasted the...

2nd half shutdown gives ULM 10th SBC win

2nd half shutdown gives ULM 10th SBC win

Keith Webb, Copy Editor March 4, 2024

After a tense first half, the ULM Women’s Basketball team pulled off a 69-60 win Tuesday night against the Arkansas State Red Wolves. The Warhawks (18-11; 10-7 Sun Belt Conference) picked up their 10th...

Wiffleball tournament fuels competitive fun

Wiffleball tournament fuels competitive fun

Keith Webb, Copy Editor March 4, 2024

With midterms rearing their heads, students need to let loose and relieve some stress in an entertaining way. What better fashion than a wiffleball tournament hosted by the Department of Recreational Services?  Men’s...

Hawkeye staff interviews Lou St. Amant

Beau Benoit, Sports Editor February 19, 2024

Sports Editor Beau Benoit and Opinion Editor Sheriah Williams interview Lou St. Amant, the namesake of ULM's baseball field.

Warhawks snap back after 4-game skid

Warhawks snap back after 4-game skid

Jalisa Garth February 19, 2024

Despite dropping the last four games, the ULM women’s basketball team left Mobile with a win over South Alabama. The ULM Warhawks (16-9; 8-5 Sun Belt Conference) are back in the win column and have posted...

First half sprint spells success for Warhawks

First half sprint spells success for Warhawks

Beau Benoit, Sports Editor February 19, 2024

With a 68-59 win in Hattiesburg, the ULM men's basketball team served the Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles their first home conference loss since joining the Sun Belt. The Warhawks (10-14; 5-8 SBC)...

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