The season ahead for Mercer football
Samantha Homcy, Contributing Writer
September 9, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in many collegiate sports being put on pause, and Mercer’s athletic conference, the Southern Conference, has canceled in-conference games this fall. However, Mercer Football fans are in luck because the team will still be playing games this fall. The Bears will be playing against Jacksonville State University on Oct. 10 and will face West Point on Oct. 24. Both games will be played on the road.
Why college football might not happen in 2020, and what it could mean for the future of the sport
Micah Johnston, Sports Editor
August 22, 2020
While some players are in vocal support of playing, the threat of COVID-19 remains as important as ever when tackling this difficult season. Beyond the immediate concerns of 2020, however, the virus’ impact brings to light even more questions about the sport’s long-term future in a variety of ways.
BREAKING: Mercer fall athletics delayed by Southern Conference decision
Micah Johnston, Sports Editor
August 13, 2020
The Southern Conference canceled all fall conference sports competitions Thursday, according to a press release by Mercer University.
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.
Falcons upset New Orleans Saints in stunner
Micah Johnston, Contributing Writer
November 24, 2019
The Falcons, who have been abysmal on defense during their 2019 campaign, stepped up against one of the best offenses in the NFL, holding New Orleans to just 310 total yards from scrimmage.
Mercer linebacker remains humble after breaking history
Ivia Rollins, Contributing Writer
November 23, 2019
This season, Otiwu made history for the entire Mercer football team for 21 tackles in a single game, the largest total amount of tackles in a game. He played in 11 games this season and has 31 solo tackles.
Bears fall to Wofford in Homecoming game
Jen Jones, Sports Editor
November 22, 2019
With a stadium full of people and a temperature of 45 degrees, the team came out with energy, ready to play in front of the 10,729 people who were in attendance.
Player Spotlight: Mercer wide receiver makes Sports Center’s top ten highlight reel
Jen Jones and Conner Hendricks
November 7, 2019
“If you would have asked me what I wanted to be when I was eight years old, it was to play in the NFL,” Cannon said. “It was always my dream to play in college and then after.”
The Dolphins are tanking this season: What does it mean?
Micah Johnston, Contributing Writer
November 6, 2019
Regardless of the average fan’s opinion on them, the Miami Dolphins are an awful team, and it seems that they like it that way.
Mercer beats Bulldogs in triple overtime, Otiwu sets school record
Jen Jones, Sports Editor
November 4, 2019
The Mercer Bears continued their winning streak at Five Star Stadium against the Samford Bulldogs. They won by a field goal in triple-overtime with a final score of 36 to 33.
Graduate football player has high goals for the season
Jonathan Morey, Contributing Writer
September 27, 2019
As a senior, even more is expected of Kithcart, but these expectations are part of what attracted him to Mercer in the first place.
Mercer falls to Austin Peay University in home opener
Jonathan Morey, Contributing Writer
September 24, 2019
The momentum of two early wins on the road seemed destined to carry the Bears to a win in their first home game of 2019. In fact, it seemed certain it would happen when David Durden, returned the opening kickoff 78 yards to set up the Bears inside the red zone on their first play from scrimmage. T...