Columns/Features

February 1, 2018

A Trip Down Memory Lane: Our Favorite Super Bowls

By Kendra Jackson, Andrew Bishop, Spencer Ault

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

February 1, 2018

Super Bowl LII Sleeper Picks

By Omar Hernandez

We all know about the big names going into Super Bowl 52, but what about the players that could prevail from under the radar?

January 25, 2018

X’s and O’s: Breaking Down the 2018 FIFA World Cup Groups (A-D)

By Richard Benites

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 anticipation grows.

January 25, 2018

X’s and O’s: Breaking Down the 2018 FIFA World Cup Groups (E-H)

By Richard Benites

December 7, 2017

Survival of the Fittest: Mid-Majors Flex Their Muscles, Too

By Sean White

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.

November 30, 2017

How Do the Latest Big West Changes Impact UCSB?

By Jorge Mercado

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?

November 30, 2017

The Secret Life of Jerseys: An Alum’s Quest to Rep UCSB Men’s Soccer

By Sean White

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.

November 16, 2017

The Eagles Aren’t as Good as You Think, They’re Actually Better

By Richard Benites

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, gives his take on w...

October 26, 2017

Boston Business: Welcome to the Winner’s Circle

By Kendra Jackson

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 of sport.

October 19, 2017

Blast From the Past: Rookie Flashbacks of Today’s NBA Stars

By Sean White

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 court to start their pro...

October 12, 2017

Win or Lose, Brothers Hope For Perfect Ending in Shane and Ben Hauschild Trilogy

By Jorge Mercado

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.

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 8, 2017

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

By Calvin Thrift

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.