Columns/Features

Super Bowl LII Sleeper Picks

February 1, 2018 by

We all know about the big names going into Super Bowl 52, but what about the players that could prevail from under the radar?
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X’s and O’s: Breaking Down the 2018 FIFA World Cup Groups (A-D)

January 25, 2018 by

Lots of buzz in the sports world for this year is due to the 2018 FIFA World Cup beginning this summer in June. Staff writer Richard Benites breaks down each qualifying team group by group as the anti...
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X’s and O’s: Breaking Down the 2018 FIFA World Cup Groups (E-H)

January 25, 2018 by

Lots of buzz in the sports world for this year is due to the 2018 FIFA World Cup beginning this summer in June. Staff writer Richard Benites breaks down each qualifying team group by group as the anti...
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Survival of the Fittest: Mid-Majors Flex Their Muscles, Too

December 7, 2017 by

The pleasures and I.V. and the beautiful Santa Barbara beaches may be what captures the eye, but don't sleep on the potential of UCSB's sports.
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How Do the Latest Big West Changes Impact UCSB?

November 30, 2017 by

On Monday, the Big West announced the addition of two new teams to the conference in UCSD and CSUB, but how does this effect out UCSB Gauchos?
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The Secret Life of Jerseys: An Alum’s Quest to Rep UCSB Men’s Soccer

November 30, 2017 by

Life as a Gaucho doesn't last for just four years. Being a Gaucho last for a lifetime. Class of 1995 alum Mike Heid takes us through his journey for a UCSB men's soccer jersey.
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The Eagles Aren’t as Good as You Think, They’re Actually Better

November 16, 2017 by

Now beyond the halfway point of the NFL season, the Philadelphia Eagles have the best record in the league at 8-1. Staff writer Richard Benites, who is an avid Eagles fan, yes even before this season,...
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Boston Business: Welcome to the Winner’s Circle

October 26, 2017 by

Known for its winning history, the city of Boston is one of the nation's leading sports powerhouses in the world. Reporter Kendra Jackson makes her case as to why Boston is incomparable in the world o...
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Blast From the Past: Rookie Flashbacks of Today’s NBA Stars

October 19, 2017 by

The 2017-18 NBA season is among us. With there being a slew of rookie talents making their debuts this season, it was only right to look back at the first time today's superstars stepped onto the cour...
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Win or Lose, Brothers Hope For Perfect Ending in Shane and Ben Hauschild Trilogy

October 12, 2017 by

UCSB's star senior attacker Shane Hauschild gets the opportunity of a lifetime Friday: getting to play against his brother for the third time, and possibly the last.
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Power Plays: Trump and the NFL’s Attempt to Silence Protest Won’t Work

October 12, 2017 by

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.
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Why Sports and Politics Must Mix: Introducing Uncomfortability

September 28, 2017 by

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.
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Stay Woke! But, Stay in Your Own League

September 28, 2017 by

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.
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No Prior Experience Necessary: Matt Kuskey’s Unique Journey to the NCAA Finals

June 8, 2017 by

Most Division-I athletes have been excelling in their sport for years, but in the case of Matthew Kuskey, his transition to becoming one of the best Javelin throwers in college was a short one.
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2017 Nexus Sports Awards – Welcome to the Next Level: Armani Smith & Lindsey Ruddins Named “Nexus” Freshmen of the Year

June 8, 2017 by and

Freshman don't produce, right? WRONG! Armani Smith and Lindsey Ruddins helped lead each of their teams despite being new to the collegiate scene.
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