Columns/Features

Sisterly Ties: From the Court to the Heart

February 25, 2016 by

Put into perspective is the influence of family, specifically her older sister Afure, in the life of third-year point guard Onome Jemerigbe of the UCSB women's basketball team.
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Battle of the QB’s: Omaha Meets “The Dab”

February 4, 2016 by and

Sports Editor Michael Jorgenson and Assistant Sports Editor Sean White choose sides for Sunday's Super Bowl 50 matchup. With Michael predicting a Broncos' victory and Sean with a win for the Panthers,...
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Super Bowl 50 Key Matchups: Defense Wins Championships

February 4, 2016 by , , and

Just three days away from the kickoff of Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and Carolina Panthers, the Daily Nexus Sports Staff broke down the primary matchups and advantages heading into Sunday...
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An Evening With Carli Lloyd: FIFA World Player of the Year

January 28, 2016 by

It's been a magical year for Carli Lloyd, who traveled to the Arlington Theater in downtown Santa Barbara this week to give fans a glimpse into her life and teach them what it takes to compete at the ...
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Helping Tackle the Flint Water Crisis: Detroit Lions’ Defensive End Ziggy Ansah

January 26, 2016 by

The water crisis of Flint, Michigan has negatively altered the lifestyle of nearly all of its citizens as lead continues to contaminate water sources. Offering a helping hand is Detroit Lions' defensi...
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MLK Day Prolongs the Legacy of Dr. King and is Central to the Memphis Grizzlies Franchise

January 21, 2016 by

Staff writer Elliot Thornton discusses the significance of Dr. Martin Luther KIng's contributions in the fight for civil and social rights in addition to their presence in the platform of sports.
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Ball Is Life? No, Kobe Is

December 3, 2015 by

It's been an emotional week for Laker fans as the final days of Kobe Bryant's career have officially arrived. Sports editor Michael Jorgenson discusses what the the Mamba's impact has truly meant for ...
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The Competitive Edge Translated

November 19, 2015 by

Her life has revolved around volleyball for a vast majority of her life, but that hasn't stopped Emilia Petrachi from outperforming opponents in other forms of competition as well.
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From Sacrifice to Paradise

November 12, 2015 by

Mitchell Hamilton was a key water polo player at the school of his dreams through his first two years of college, but had to make the move to UCSB to continue playing the game he loves.
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Gauchos Continue to Flourish by Trusting Guidance of Fearless Newcomers

October 29, 2015 by

It's been nearly six years since the UCSB women's soccer team made it into the Big West Tournament title match or the NCAA Tournament. But things seem different this time around with the Gauchos' yout...
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Fantasy Sports Island: NFL Week 8

October 28, 2015 by

The halfway mark of the NFL season is here and so is another week on the Fantasy Sports Island! Staff writer Daniel Moebus-Bowles provides some guidance on who to add or remove from your starting line...
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Nick DePuy: UCSB’s Humble Beast

October 22, 2015 by

Over the past 13 months, Nick DePuy has meant everything to the Gauchos. His unreal rise to dominance has put him in the national spotlight, establishing himself as one of the country's most lethal go...
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Grizzlies Travel Cross-Country to Train at UCSB

October 15, 2015 by

The Memphis Grizzlies hosted their 2015 training camp at UCSB in Robertson Gym, continuing its tour of California after holding the previous year's training camp in San Diego.
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Fantasy Sports Island: NFL Week 6

October 15, 2015 by

Whether if you're looking to add or remove a couple of players from your fantasy football lineup, the Fantasy Sports Island is here to provide you with some insight on the rising and declining players...
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NFL Round-Up Week 4: Cream of the Crop

October 8, 2015 by

Sports Editor Michael Jorgenson ranks the NFL's current undefeated teams amongst each other. With just six teams remaining, the countdown continues as to who will be the next to fall and face defeat t...
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