Columns/Features

Heidegger Talks Overcoming Adversity On & Off The Court

May 24, 2018 by

Editor-In-Chief Jorge Mercado sat down with breakout UCSB basketball star Max Heidegger to talk about the balancing act of being a D1 athlete.
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Black Tide: Ultimately More Than a Club

May 23, 2018 by

Staff writer Andrew Strauss talked with the captains of the UCSB men's club ultimate frisbee team and found out why Black Tide feels closer to a family than most clubs.
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Gauchos Cross Blue Line with Winningest Season in UCSB History

May 17, 2018 by

After being reinstated for only three years, the UCSB club hockey team has a championship to show for it.
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Pasternack Adds Combo of Freshmen & Grad Transfers

May 2, 2018 by

The UCSB men's basketball team has added three freshmen and two graduate transfers. The new-look Gauchos will be without four of their five starters from last season, so the newcomers will have plenty...
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Ready For More: DeWeese’s UCSB Journey Has Yet To Peak

May 2, 2018 by

After a nationally ranked finish to the season, the UCSB Men's Volleyball team can certainly say the first year of Big West play was a success. Sophomore Randy DeWeese provided his perspective on the ...
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Unwavering Unity: A Look Inside The UCSB Women’s Rugby Team

May 1, 2018 by

Although the UCSB Women's Rugby team might not get the attention that other sports do here on campus, their dedication and spirit are second to none. Staff Writer Kendra Jackson explores just what mak...
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Snyder Sings and Scores: Sarah’s Major Pregame Ritual

April 26, 2018 by

For most athletes, a pregame routine consists of them listening to their favorite music, eating a healthy snack or going over plays that they want to run against their respective opponent. But not for...
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Final Set: Chase’s Newfound Passion Beyond the Court

April 19, 2018 by

Senior Chase Masciorini has had an up and down career as a Gaucho both on and off the court however in his final year he has found new passions to help inspire him lead a more fulfilling life.
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Nexus & Answer: Gabe’s Farewell Isn’t Goodbye, UCSB’s Star Aims for Pros

April 12, 2018 by

Co-Sports Editor Sean White caught up with former UCSB basketball star Gabe Vincent and asked him about his future plans, his experience in the Dos Equis 3x3 championship and more in this installment ...
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March Sadness? Pre-Tourney Regional Predictions I Thought Were Safe

March 20, 2018 by

Well, well, well. March Madness has once again met expectations, maybe even surpassed them following the upsets that have taken place thus far as we head into the Sweet 16. Staff writer Brandon Victor...
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For the Love of the Game: The Resurgence of Gabe Vincent

March 3, 2018 by , and

Last season, the UCSB men's basketball team was in the midst of its worst season in program history when they lost their star guard, Gabe Vincent. However, just like the Gauchos, Vincent has bounced b...
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Against All Odds: A Fan’s Account of the Eagles’ Journey to Winning Super Bowl LII

February 22, 2018 by

Staff writer and lifetime Eagles fan Richard Benites examines Philadelphia's road to their first ever Super Bowl following the defeat of the New England Patriots just a few weeks ago.
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An Exciting Time: Hosmer Joins San Diego Padres

February 22, 2018 by

For the first time in his life, Staff writer Brandon Victor is excited not just for the MLB season to start but to see his favorite team, the San Diego Padres and their newest acquisition in action.
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Nexus and Answer: The Sweet Life of ‘E-Chill’ … Overseas

February 8, 2018 by

Sports Co-Editor Sean White was able to catch up with one of the best to ever do it on a UCSB basketball court, former point guard Eric Childress and see how the professional life is treating him.
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A Trip Down Memory Lane: Our Favorite Super Bowls

February 1, 2018 by , and

Three of our staff writers give their takes on their favorite Super Bowl moments.
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