The State of Baseball: Heartwarming stories and boredom cures
Micah Johnston, Staff Writer
April 14, 2020
MLB is doing a fantastic job of trying to fill the void for baseball-starved fans like us. Here’s a list of everything you can watch and do to try and sate that craving for the beautiful game during your time at home.
How game cancellations affect student athletes
Lauren Rich, Contributing Writer
April 13, 2020
We have spent years cultivating our talents and sacrificing sleep, social events and sometimes our sanity to get the opportunity to compete for a university as great as Mercer. Having one of those precious four years ripped away at a moment’s notice is a loss that is just unexplainable.
What does the coronavirus mean for the future of sports?
Jen Jones, Sports Editor
March 13, 2020
The virus not only affects everyday life but has also moved into the sports world, creating one of the most hectic seasons in sports history.
Third base, pitching rotation are the biggest question marks for Braves during spring training
Micah Johnston, Contributing Writer
February 27, 2020
After an eventful but arguably lackluster offseason, Atlanta is left with a serious hole to fill at third base. This is a result of the Braves failing to sign All-Star caliber third baseman Josh Donaldson to an extension, which allowed him to receive offers from other clubs.
Baseball team holds an 8-0 record to start the season
Jen Jones, Sports Editor
February 26, 2020
Mercer’s baseball team led their opening weekend with an undefeated season so far. The team played Maryland-Eastern Shore, beating them in their first game 13-4.
Bears win 106-66 against the Samford Bulldogs
Jen Jones, Sports Editor
February 25, 2020
Mercer’s male basketball team had one of their best games of the season against the Samford Bulldogs on Feb. 19 with a 40 point lead in the final score.
Mercer’s new head basketball coach leads the Bears to a 6-6 record in conference
Kayla Davis, Contributing Writer
February 13, 2020
As of Feb. 9th, the Mercer Bears have a record of 12-13 for the 2019-2020 season. Their next home game will be on Feb. 15 against UNCG and on Feb. 19 against Samford.
Men’s Lacrosse wins by 12 in season opener
Samantha Homcy, Contributing Writer
February 12, 2020
Mercer men’s lacrosse has officially kicked off their 2020 season, and it’s already looking to be one for the books.
Chiefs top 49rs in exciting Super Bowl LIV
Micah Johnston, Contributing Writer
February 11, 2020
The Kansas City Chiefs beat the San Francisco 49rs with a score of 31-20 after entering the fourth quarter down by double digits in Super Bowl LIV.
Bears sit 1-4 after first tournament
David Vick, Contributing Writer
February 11, 2020
The Bears’ Head Coach Stephanie DeFeo described the season schedule as “challenging” in an official statement to Mercer University. Her team of 24 will be facing it led by five seniors and five juniors.
Get en garde: Mercer’s Fencing Club
Reilly Moncrief, Contributing Writer
January 31, 2020
Since 2015, Mercer University’s Club Fencing Team has been led by James Taylor, an experienced fencer who teaches the course in the College of Liberal Arts and coaches the team. He said fencing is an anaerobic sport that requires more than what most people think.
Trash cans, stolen signs and redistributed trophies: What the Astros scandal could mean for Major League Baseball
Micah Johnston, Contributing Writer
January 30, 2020
What should change, and how? The scandal is likely to break certain parts of baseball, and there should be an order behind the chaos that could ensue, particularly concerning two major fallouts that could mold the game for years to come.