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This page consists of coverage of everyone's favorite sports team - the Maroons! Check here for athlete spotlights and updates on how our teams are doing over the course of the season.
The Year for Underdogs
Written by Katherine Clatterbuck
Rooting for the underdog might seem like a crazy idea, unless you were creating your bracket for this year’s March Madness....
The Inside Scoop with Mike Morrell
Written by Carter Weissenfluh
The Roanoke men’s tennis team might not be the most well-known sport on campus, but they are off to a hot...
Softball Swinging into Action
Written by Lauren Roth
Many sports teams have waited almost a year, or even longer to get back into their sport, and the Roanoke softball...
Swim Teams Take Top Spots at ODAC Championships
Written by Alexis Barton
Last weekend, the men’s and women’s swim teams dominated the pool at the 2021 ODAC Swimming Championships. With the men taking...
Men’s Soccer Grabs First Win
Written by Carter Weissenfluh
After three tough, hard-fought games to start off their season, all requiring extra time and all ending in draws, the men’s...
486 Days Later…
Written by Lauren Roth
This past Sunday, the Roanoke field hockey team had their season opener against Randolph-Macon College after 486 days of COVID-induced offseason....
Lacrosse Doubleheader to Start Spring Season
Written by Katherine Clatterbuck
Last Saturday, March 6th, Kerr Stadium saw a doubleheader between the women and men’s lacrosse team versus the Christopher Newport Captains....
Men’s Soccer Makes Season Debut
Written by Carter Weissenfluh
Last Sunday the Roanoke men’s soccer team played their first game of the season against the Bridgewater Eagles. Last season, the...
Maroons Making Moves in the ODAC
Written by Katherine Clatterbuck
Weekly, an athlete from each in-season team is awarded “Player of the Week” by the Old Dominion Athletic Conference based on...
Indoor Track & Field Wrap Up
Written by Lauren Roth
The indoor tracks season has been very different due to COVID-19, as have many other sports. Despite the many changes and...
Who Is Really the GOAT?
Written by Alexis Barton
After every Super Bowl, World Series, or Stanley Cup Championship there is a certain question that floats around the sports world:...
Brady Solidifies His Legacy
Written by Carter Weissenfluh
Despite the fact that two of the greatest quarterbacks of their generations faced off last Sunday, the Super Bowl was considered...
Tips for Talking Sports with Your Valentine
Written by Lauren Roth
Let them do the talking.
This is the most basic strategy and easiest way to go. Just about everyone has something...
What the VALENTINE’S BLANK with Zachary Dalton and Kaillee Philleo: Part Two
Written by Alexis Barton
One year after their first Valentine’s interview, the Brackety-Ack caught up with perhaps the cutest couple on the Track & Field...
Maroons SPRING into Competition
Written by Kate Clatterbuck
In January, the Roanoke basketball, swimming, and track & field teams began competing for the first time since last March. The...
Golf’s Downfall? Low Ratings for 2020 Masters
Written by Katherine Clatterbuck
The 2020 Masters teed off on Thursday, November 12th at Augusta National Golf Club. Following its postponement in April due to...
A Crack in the Glass Ceiling
Written by Alexis Barton
This week, the Miami Marlins made history as they hired Kim Ng, the first female General Manager in the history of...
NBA Offseason Heats Up with Draft and New Start Date
Written by Katherine Clatterbuck
Following the Lakers’ triumphant season, the NBA is working towards the next season as the December 22nd start date gets closer...
What the BLANK with Sayre Brandstatter
Written by Alexis Barton
What is your name?
Sayre Brandstatter
Where are you from?
Summit, NJ
What sport do you play?
Women’s Basketball
What position do you play?
Guard
Who is your funniest...
Senior Spotlight: Megan Wheeler, Max Menzel & Jayla Faison
Written by Katherine Clatterbuck
In the midst of 2020, senior athletes are holding on to the final season of their beloved sports. While practices and...
