Columns/Features

2016 NBA Mock Draft

June 23, 2016 by

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 pi...
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More than a Loss

June 22, 2016 by

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, Step...
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Witnessing The “King” Prevail

June 21, 2016 by

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 J...
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NBA Free Agency: Celtics Searching for Gold

June 17, 2016 by

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 seas...
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Why France Will Win the Euro 2016

June 11, 2016 by

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.
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A Universal Legend: Remembering Muhammad Ali

June 8, 2016 by

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.
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2016 Nexus Sport Awards: Gauchos in Full Effect

June 2, 2016 by , , , , , , , , and

Reminisce on the best moments, storylines and highlights of the 2015-2016 sports season.
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#LeahStrong: Strength in Inches

May 23, 2016 by

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.
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Checketts’ Method: A Winning Culture Reborn

May 19, 2016 by

Since his arrival in 2011 and his coaching debut in 2012, Head Coach Andrew Checketts has brought a winning culture back to UCSB baseball.
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Durant Still the Alpha Dog in OKC, Remains Amongst NBA’s Elite

May 19, 2016 by

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...
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From Rec Runner to Record Holder

May 12, 2016 by

After nearly calling it quits on the track, graduate distance runner Tori Tsolis managed to rediscover her love for the sport despite a multitude of past injuries throughout her collegiate career at U...
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Batter Up! Clark Swings Her Way to Success

May 5, 2016 by

Known for her power at the plate as the lead-off hitter of the UCSB softball team's batting lineup, junior outfielder Kristen Clark has continued to excel on the field while applying the same effort a...
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Change in Home Signals Kings’ Return to Throne?

May 5, 2016 by

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 th...
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NBA Playoffs Submerged in Injuries

May 2, 2016 by

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.
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Rivers Performance Exemplifies Why We Love Sports

April 30, 2016 by

Austin Rivers performance last night reminded us sports fans that sports is more than just rings and top players; its about the heart these players display out on that court, field etc.
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