Sports Blogs

July 5, 2016

The End of a Brilliant International Career

By Antonia Bird

After an amazing nine-year career for Argentina, Lionel Messi has decided to retire from international play due to another heartbreaking loss in a major competition final.

July 2, 2016

Red Flags Surround Klinsmann’s Tenure with the USMNT

By Ryan Burns

After enduring a 4-0 defeat to Argentina in the Copa America Semi-final round, the U.S. Men's National Team once again underperformed and the blame primarily belongs to the coaching woes of Head Coach Jurgen Klinsmann.

June 23, 2016

The Freak is Back

By Antonia Bird

Tim Lincecum has made his way back to the MLB and with a strong outing in his first appearance in an Angels uniform, staff writer Antonia Bird believes the Freak is back.

June 23, 2016

2016 NBA Mock Draft

By Liam Bailey

Prepared to tip-off this evening, the 2016 NBA Draft entail an abundance of talented prospects looking to excel at the next level. Staff writer Liam Bailey breaks down some of the potential lottery picks that could enhan...

June 22, 2016

More than a Loss

By Jorge Mercado

The game seven loss to the Cavaliers on Sunday Night was a devastating one for every Warrior fan, player, executive involved, but it most likely hurt the image of the leagues first unanimous MVP, Steph Curry, the worst.

June 21, 2016

Witnessing The “King” Prevail

By Sean White

Despite facing a 3-1 deficit, LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers managed to fulfill what no other team in NBA history has ever achieved by winning the series 4-3. Leading the Cavs' triumph was James' heroic antics ...

June 17, 2016

NBA Free Agency: Celtics Searching for Gold

By Liam Bailey

With NBA Free Agency set to begin in less than a month, staff writer Liam Bailey discusses the fate of the Boston Celtics and the possible moves that could be made in preparation for\ the 2016-17 season.

June 11, 2016

Why France Will Win the Euro 2016

By Ryan Burns

With the 2016 UEFA European Championship beginning yesterday June 10, staff writer Ryan Burns provides an early prediction that concludes with the hometown team winning it all.

June 8, 2016

A Universal Legend: Remembering Muhammad Ali

By Elliot Thornton

As we all mourn the passing of sports legend Muhammad Ali as of last Friday, staff writer Elliot Thornton puts the career and life of the "Greatest of All Time" in perspective.

June 2, 2016

2016 Nexus Sport Awards: Gauchos in Full Effect

By Sean White, Jorge Mercado, Daniel Moebus-Bowles, Ryan Burns, Antonia Bird, Sinead Leon, Liam Bailey, Xavier Cardenas, Elliot Thornton, Duncan MacPhee

Reminisce on the best moments, storylines and highlights of the 2015-2016 sports season.

May 23, 2016

#LeahStrong: Strength in Inches

By Elliot Thornton

Appearing in her father Devon Still's wedding as the flower girl some weeks back, the courageous battle of Leah Still is celebrated by Staff Writer Elliot Thornton.

May 22, 2016

Clippers’ Dimming Future

By Liam Bailey

After another season of not advancing past the second round, the Clippers are left in a sense of desperation as they look to move forward.

May 21, 2016

Lakers Looking To Become Winners Again

By Liam Bailey

The Lakers must try new methods to turn the franchise back into a championship contender after another lackluster season and the firing of the team's head coach.

May 19, 2016

Durant Still the Alpha Dog in OKC, Remains Amongst NBA’s Elite

By Sean White

Playing in 80 games this season after being limited to 27 contests last season due to a Jones fracture in his right foot, former NBA MVP Kevin Durant seems to have been overlooked as one of the game's best as of recently...

May 5, 2016

Change in Home Signals Kings’ Return to Throne?

By Elliot Thornton

With their last postseason appearance resulting in a 4-2 series loss to the San Antonio Spurs in the 2006 NBA Playoffs, the Sacramento Kings are looking to end their losing drought with the help of the team's new Golden ...

May 2, 2016

NBA Playoffs Submerged in Injuries

By Elliot Thornton

Staff writer Elliot Thornton discusses the abundance of injuries that have appeared in the most recent years of the NBA Playoffs with regard to this season's postseason health woes.