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Sports as a Major
By KATE THOMAS on April 2025
College sports have shifted recently, with athletes now being able to be compensated for their name, image, and likeness. Now that some student-athletes can make…
Frank Robinson: Underrated and Understated
By JONAH GILLIS on April 2025
Frank Robinson in the aftermath of unleashing a mighty swing. Getty Images At the 1972 World Series, Jackie Robinson voiced his wish for a black…
Competitive Hobby Horsing: A Serious Sport
By JONAH JACOBSTEIN on April 2025
Competitive hobby horsing is a unique (and silly) sport where participants simulate horseback riding using a hobby horse: a handcrafted or store-bought toy horse mounted…
Tennessee Relay Shatters Two NCAA Records
By LEA TESCHL on April 2025
The Vols shattered the NCAA 200 Free relay record at the SEC Championships. University of Tennessee Disclaimer: This article refers to events that take place…
How Sports Gambling Overtook America
By OWEN KINNEY on March 2025
Odds board at a Las Vegas sportsbook. Wikimedia Commons In May of 2018, the 1992 law banning sports betting was overturned in the Supreme Court…
Striking Gold: Ithaca’s Unified Bowling Team Rolls as One
By ZADIE WANG on March 2025
Sports teams at IHS are known for their competitiveness. The environment can feel restrictive and stressful, from tryouts to cuts to the hypercompetitive nature of…
Recapping Super Bowl LIX
By JONAH JACOBSTEIN on March 2025
The Philadelphia Eagles beat the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22 in Super Bowl LIX. Sports Pulse On February 9, the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City…
2025 MLB Preview and Predictions
By JONAH GILLIS on March 2025
Disclaimer: This article was written prior to the end of the MLB offseason and thus may not cover some key trades and signings made after…
Gretchen Walsh Breaks an Unbelievable Eleven World Records
By LEA TESCHL on February 2025
Gretchen Walsh celebrates after breaking another world record. Peter H. Blick From December 10 to 15, the best swimmers from around the world gathered in…
Ichiro: A Baseball Revolutionary
By JONAH GILLIS on February 2025
Ichiro lifts his bat in an iconic pose. AP On January 21, Ichiro Suzuki will officially be announced as an elected member of the Baseball…
Recapping Dancing with the Stars
By ASHLEY PARK on February 2025
Dancing with the Stars” (DWTS) Season thirty-three captivated audiences, as it featured two Olympians: gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik and rugby sevens player Ilona Maher. Their participation…
The NASCAR Playoff Debate: A Champion’s Hot Streak or Seasonal Strength?
By JACK PIERETTI on December 2024
Joey Logano celebrates after winning the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series Championship Race. Chris Graythen/Getty Images The NASCAR Cup Series Championship stands out from other motorsports…
Recapping the 2024 Swimming World Cup
By LILY WANG on December 2024
Leon Marchand and Kate Douglass celebrate their victories at the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup on November 1. Kevin Lim On October 18, the top…
One of a Kind Player, One of a Kind Team: Shohei Ohtani and The Los Angeles Dodgers
By ANDREW GAO, OWEN KINNEY on December 2024
Shohei Ohtani after hitting a home run. Ashley Landis/AP Shohei Ohtani: Shohei Ohtani, the Japanese hitting and pitching sensation and the biggest name in Major…
Pickleball vs. Tennis
By AIDEN XIE on November 2024
Pickleball has quickly emerged as the fastest growing sport in the United States, boasting an explosive 223.5 percent growth rate over the last three years…
My Take On Extreme Sports
By OLIVIA HAO on November 2024
Extreme sports are physical activities that incorporate an element of danger and risk. Every year, there are about 490 million people around the world who…
A Chat with Varsity Soccer Player Tanner Kratil
By AARON MARTINEZ on November 2024
Tanner Kratil is ready to kick during a game against Elmira. Theo Tuori Aaron Martinez ’26: Could you introduce yourself and tell me a little…
2024-25 NBA Season Preview and Predictions
By JONAH GILLIS on October 2024
Anthony Edwards guards Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Fadeaway World. The next season of the National Basketball Association (NBA) opens with two games on October 22, and the…
Breaking Barriers at the 2024 Paris Paralympics
By ANDREW GAO, MICHAEL QI on October 2024
Every four years, the Olympic Games captivate the world, celebrating athletic excellence and cultural unity. This iconic event represents perseverance, global connection, and the pursuit…
Top Five Soccer Leagues in Europe: Current State and News
By AARON MARTINEZ on October 2024
European soccer is dominated by the English Premier League (EPL), La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, and Ligue I. The 2024-25 season kicked off in August,…
Recapping The 2024 US Open
By AIDEN XIE on October 2024
During the tennis season, four pro-level tournaments stand out. These four, The Australian Open, Roland Garros (French Open), Wimbledon, and the US Open are known…
Player Chemistry – The Foundation for Success
By JACK PIERETTI on October 2024
IHS’ Girls’ Varsity soccer team is set to build on last year’s success. After a strong 2023 season that saw them reach the sectional finals,…
Recapping the 2024 Euros
By LEA TESCHL on September 2024
Spanish players celebrate after winning the final against England. Matthias Schrader/AP Photo It’s hard to believe that four years have passed since the tumultuous year…
Unveiling the Gender Disparity in Sports
By LINNEA NIEMACK on September 2024
Most Americans have seen a professional sports game in their life. Whether closely following all forty games of basketball star Caitlin Clark, dropping in on…
Beyond the Medal Count: The Economic and Environmental Impact of the Olympics
By CORALLUS MEEKS on September 2024
In July and August, the world came together to celebrate the Olympic Games, a symbol of unity, determination, and record-breaking achievements, bringing along a new…
Pogačar’s Return to Yellow: Recap of the 2024 Tour De France
By NATALIE PATRONE on September 2024
Tadej Pogačar leads the race with Jonas Vingegaard Hansen following. New Straits Times The 2024 Tour De France (TDF), the largest of the three grand…