Sports Blogs

October 12, 2017

Power Plays: Trump and the NFL’s Attempt to Silence Protest Won’t Work

By Sean White

Even on the field, there's no equal level playing field in America. Sports Co-Editor speaks on this week's NFL storylines revolving around player protests.

September 28, 2017

Why Sports and Politics Must Mix: Introducing Uncomfortability

By Omar Hernandez

Daily Nexus sports writer Omar Hernandez explores the reality of the sports and political world and analyzes the viewpoints that have hurt and helped those discussions.

September 28, 2017

Stay Woke! But, Stay in Your Own League

By Sean White

Colin Kaepernick's protest has become a movement that provides a voice for the voiceless. Sports Co-Editor Sean White shares his perspective on the relationship between racial inequality and sports.

June 1, 2017

2017 NBA Finals: The Golden State vs. The Land Part III

By Sean White, Jorge Mercado

The 2017 NBA Finals is finally upon us and Nexus Sports Editors Sean White and Jorge Mercado present to you the biggest storylines heading into part III of the Warriors/Cavs trilogy.

June 1, 2017

2017 NBA Finals Key Individual Matchups

By Jorge Mercado, Calvin Thrift, Richard Benites, Spencer Ault, Andrew Hernandez

With the brightest stage in basketball set to tip-off today, the Nexus sports staff breaks down the biggest individual matchups of the 2017 NBA Finals!

June 1, 2017

2017 NBA Finals Key Team Matchups

By Omar Hernandez, Austin Cole, Quinn Moslander, DJ Rubalcava

With the NBA Finals set to tip-off today, the Nexus sports staff decided to breakdown some of the key team matchups for both squads.

May 26, 2017

Orlando Magic Forward Aaron Gordon Surprises UCSB, Trains in Thunderdome

By Sean White

Expect the unexpected as the possibilities are endless here at UCSB as Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon made an appearance Thursday night to show fans love and get some shots up in the Thunderdome.

May 18, 2017

Ball Is Life. But Could LaVar Be Detrimental to Lonzo’s NBA Career?

By Sean White

Once again, LaVar Ball broke the Internet this week and it's about time that our Sports Co-Editor provides his take on the role the father play's as his son Lonzo prepares for the NBA Draft.

May 11, 2017

Heir to the Throne: Why Giannis Will One Day Usurp LeBron

By Richard Benites

With time comes new superstars. According to staff writer Richard Benites, at the forefront of the new wave of NBA players on the rise is Giannis Antetokounmpo.

May 4, 2017

Institutionalized: Disbanning Social Injustices’ Cyclical Presence in Sports

By Sean White

Following the incident in which racially unjust behavior by some Boston Red Sox fans toward Baltimore Orioles centerfielder Adam Jones, Sports Editor Sean White paints the bigger picture of the situation that took place.

April 27, 2017

Abolishing the NFL Draft: Resisting the Shield’s Flawed System for Incoming Players

By Spencer Ault

In honor of the 2017 NFL Draft beginning today, staff writer Spencer Ault gives his take regarding why the entire drafting system should be ended and give more control to the rookies preparing for the next level.

April 20, 2017

Not Defined By the Dime: The Transformation of the 1

By Sean White

The role of the point guard has managed to evolve heavily throughout the past decade leaving Sports Editor Sean White to examine those changes and how it has affected the NBA landscape.

April 13, 2017

2016-17 NBA Awards Predictions: Will ‘The Beard’ Prevail?

By Spencer Ault

With the regular season officially over, it is now time to reflect upon each player’s impact and determine what praise is deserved.

March 9, 2017

Why the MLB Needs to Embrace Its ‘Un-American’ Cultural Divide

By Omar Hernandez

Baseball holds the title of 'America's game' but a shift to its standards is occurring from the continuous influence of Latino and Hispanic players. Staff writer Omar Hernandez explains his take on the need to accept the...

March 7, 2017

Even Year Magic Against All Odds

By Kayla Talley

The even-year streak ended last year with the Cubs winning the world series, but Giants fans can never forget the magical run.

March 6, 2017

Why You Should Watch the 2017 World Baseball Classic

By F.P. Santangelo Jr

The World Baseball Classic has not always received the attention they deserve, but this year, the potential in store for all teams, especially USA, is worthy of our notice.