Four years ago, I was glued to the television with my family at all hours of the night to watch athletes from across the world compete in the Olympics in Beijing. This summer we were yet again blessed with such an opportunity. As the end of July 2012 approached, I waited with bated breath forRead more
September means a brand new school year. It means pumpkin syrup is available at Sacred Grounds. It means apple cider and donuts become a staple in the kitchen of my apartment. It also means that new faces have arrived on campus to mingle with the returning ones. It means a brand new class schedule andRead more
In the course of a year, the Marlins have changed their name from the Florida Marlins to the Miami Marlins, relocated from Sun Life Stadium to the brand new Marlins Park, spent $106 million signing Jose Reyes and hired former Chicago White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen.
The 2012 Spring Arbor University (SAU) baseball team began the season with a 15-0 record. In the final game of this streak, pitcher Dane Staples threw a no-hitter in game two of a doubleheader against Mount Mary College during the team’s trip to Florida. “It’s the best start SAU has ever had,” said catcher NicRead more
Calendars were marked. Brackets were printed off. Bets were made. The madness was about to begin. Once the calendar flips from February to March, college basketball fans across the nation gather together to watch one of the biggest (and longest) tournaments in sports: the National College Athletic Association (NCAA) Men’s Basketball Tournament. Cue dramatic music,Read more
Manny Ramirez will be serving a 50-game suspension for testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs. National League (NL) Most Valuable Player (MVP) Ryan Braun almost had the same fate. Almost being the keyword in the previous sentence.
The screen faded to black, the words, “now you know.” appeared, followed shortly by, “let the world know, too.” The statement was simple, but spoke volumes after the hour and a half of footage that appeared before it. India, Cambodia, Guatemala, Africa, Europe and even the United States are just some examples places that haveRead more
Super Bowl XLVI has arrived It is one of the most watched sporting events of the year. It’s about good food, great friends and football. Some people tune in just for brand new commercials or the halftime show. No matter what the reason, most households – for just one day – have their TVs tunedRead more
LA Dodgers pitcher writes book with wife The topic and author of the book “Arise: Live Out Your Faith on Whatever Field You Find Yourself” captured my attention. “Arise” is written by Los Angeles Dodgers’ pitcher Clayton Kershaw and his wife, Ellen. The book tells their journey with God as they strive to achieve theirRead more
Every day the Salvation Army in Jackson is asking for volunteers from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. to help with STARS, their after school program. They are also asking for volunteers to play with the youth at the open gym from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday. On Thursday they have basketball. The Salvation ArmyRead more
A compassionate experiment From Feb. 6 to Feb. 11, Spring Arbor University (SAU) students are learning about selflessness and community service during SAU’s first-ever Week of Love. SAU junior Matt Voiles heard about Elevation Church’s Week of Love during the summer of 2011 while he was watching a documentary about the church’s history. Over theRead more
Joe Paterno has died. Those words were as unexpected as the headlines that once read, “Joe Pa fired.” His death came quickly and surprised the sports world. It surprised me. As I turned on ESPN the first thing I saw was, “Joe Paterno died today.” Shock was the only thing that registered in my brain.
Detroit Tigers DH may miss all season After the conclusion of the 2011 season, Detroit Tiger fans were excited about having made another playoff run and hoping that 2012 would bring a World Series back to the city. But now, the World Series seems a little bit more out of reach. The designated hitter (DH)Read more
Make playoffs for the first time since 1999 2012 meant the start of New Years’ Resolutions and creating new goals. For the Detroit Lions, 2012 meant the start of a new beginning. For the first time since 1999, the Lions made it to the playoffs. They clinched their playoff birth after a victory against theRead more
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