Sam Says: Sports weren’t always my forte
By Sam Horn, Sports Editor
I wasn’t always enamored with sports. At a young age, I couldn’t stand the thought of getting crunched by a bone-jarring tackle in football. I...
Hilliker’s Highlights… A very important off-season
Austin Hilliker, Sports Editor
Losing a game is never easy, but losing a game that more than 114 million people watched can be life-altering.
For some Seattle Seahawks players, the next step...
Hilliker’s Highlights…5 Things to do to Become A Better Lute Fan
Austin Hilliker, Sports Editor
Pacific Lutheran University has always been known for its academically rigorous and challenging courses. The small private liberal arts university has even been a platform for...
Sam Says: Boston reminds us never to give up
Nearly one year ago, one city in America was in disarray.
One city suffered major injuries and three casualties. Now, one city is rebuilding, even if the emotional toll is...
Sam Says: Michael Sam’s sexuality shouldn’t be overlooked by NFL teams
The term homosexuality, in all of its various definitions, is not clearly understood. The word is still in its infancy, as our society hasn’t seemed to come to terms...
Sam Says: I have found my true calling
All it took was five minutes. That was all I needed to convince me I might be pursuing the wrong career path. I discovered how enjoyable being a sports...
Sam Says: Winter needs to be here already
The sparkling rays of the sunshine seep through my eyeglasses.
The snow dribbles down my dark blue North Face jacket as I mentally prepare myself for what is about to...
A home run type season
Austin Hilliker, Sports Editor
It’s almost that time again. Sunflower seeds, hot dogs and rally fries. A time when sunshine is consistent and rooting for the home team is encouraged;...
Sam Says: The NBA is like a popularity contest
LeBron James tumbles to the floor Feb. 20. His nose begins to bleed. Doctors say the apex predator of the NBA is out for at least two weeks, if...