BY JOSEPH STURGEON The story began in 2016: Colin Kaepernick, the then-starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers, took a knee during the pre-game national anthem, stirring waves of conversation throughout the United States. The next day, when asked why he did this, he responded that it was a... Read more

BY KYLEIGH SPRIGLE The hectic life of a student-athlete is determined by many variables, many of which are incited by their coaching staff. It becomes increasingly difficult when practices are scheduled to fit within the coach’s work schedule, yet conflict with students’ schedules.  Most students rush home from school... Read more

BY KAYLA GATES Coaches play a critical role in the lives of athletes. Their instruction allows individuals to develop both physically and emotionally. However, the unclear line between strict coaching and abuse makes it easy to overstep.  As athletic instructors, coaches are encouraged to provide feedback to their trainees.... Read more

BY KYLEIGH SPRIGLE There is a difference between encouraging kids and pushing them too hard. When children participate in a sport, it is difficult for parents or coaches to find a balance between the two. Pressuring kids in sports can be damaging to a child both mentally and physically. ... Read more

BY KAYLA GATES Trying out for a sports team has become a customary practice in the lives of teen athletes. Although an intense process, undergoing tryouts is crucial to a student’s development as an athlete and a young adult, especially when experienced in a high school setting. Like most... Read more