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The Boiling Point: On the use of the 13th Amendment, and how the NCAA embroiled itself in slave labor rhetoric

By TAYLOR MILLS
October 2, 2020 in Sports, Sports Columns

The NCAA can't baulk at activists using historical slave labor rhetoric when they use the legal loophole that allows mass unpaid labor to exist in this country.

Athletes in Arms: Growth doesn’t just happen in the weight room

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By LIAM SCHROEDER
October 1, 2020 in Sports, Sports Columns

Athletes already spend an abundance of time focusing on their game. Are they given enough time to focus on themselves?

Press Play to Start: ‘Among Us’ proves casual games belong in tournaments

By GUILHERME GUERREIRO
September 30, 2020 in Sports, Sports Columns

The game’s rapid rise in popularity shows how the esports industry needs to adapt more now than ever.

Running the Break: Another NL Pennant won’t do, it’s time for Dodgers to bring home a championship

By WYATT ALLSUP
September 29, 2020 in Sports, Sports Columns

The Dodgers’ streak of disappointing postseasons needs to come to an end.

808s and Fast Breaks: In basketball and in rap, rankings are earned when it matters most

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By TAJ MAYFIELD
September 28, 2020 in Sports, Sports Columns

Album releases and the NBA playoffs separate the real from the fake and the stars from the superstars.

Dishing and Swishing: ‘GOAT’ talk must cease for LeBron James if he does not win championship

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By SHAWN FARHADIAN
September 25, 2020 in Sports, Sports Columns

LeBron has a long way to go before being the best to ever play.

Athletes in Arms: A tale of two images in Kansas City

By LIAM SCHROEDER
September 24, 2020 in Sports, Sports Columns

Instead of being upset over players protesting, fans should find solace in the unity they exhibit.

Behind the Jersey: Student-athletes deserve safe space for advocacy in college

By CANDICE DENNY
September 23, 2020 in Sports, Sports Columns

The NCAA as a governing body only sees athletes as sources of income.

The Medic: Fans could be the major risk factor in College Football’s continuation

By PRATIK THAKUR
September 22, 2020 in Sports, Sports Columns

With the college football season underway for some conferences, including fans in the stadium could increase transmission among attendees, players, staff and community.

Screen & Roll: ‘The Fab Five’ values a lasting impact over wins and losses

By AIDAN BERG AND LAUREN MATTICE
September 21, 2020 in Sports, Sports Columns

Two columnists break down what makes the ESPN 30 for 30 film so iconic.

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