LeBron James Faces Staunch Criticism

By: Khacor Tigner China has continued their blackout of NBA games due to Daryl Morrey’s support of Hong Kong protests, with no end in sight anytime soon. LeBron James last month commented on the situation with the NBA. James did not give a clear answer to the questions brought up by the interviewers during the ESPN broadcast. Instead, in response to the question of “Should … Continue reading LeBron James Faces Staunch Criticism

The First Robot Judges Take on Sport

by Cambree Bernkopf The word is out: gymnastics officials are making artificial intelligence technology available to judges at the October World Championships. Thirty small grey boxes will be placed around the floor, watching the gymnasts’ every movement. They contain a set of three-dimensional laser sensors that track the movement of the gymnast and the data is then fed to an artificial intelligence system which is … Continue reading The First Robot Judges Take on Sport

New Law Allows College Athletes To Make Bank

by Cambree Bernkopf A new law in California passed by Gov. Gavin Newsom allows student-athletes in NCAA to make money and hire agents. The new law is supposed to take effect in 2023. Under the California measure, thousands of student-athletes in America’s most populous state will be allowed to promote products and companies. This could bring great things to certain people, but it goes against … Continue reading New Law Allows College Athletes To Make Bank

Women’s Tennis volleys through the season

By: Morgan Sharbaugh BHS Women’s Tennis is ranked 4th in the Miami Valley region and earned 3rd in SWBL. Varsity finished the season with 13 wins and 6 loses. The new coaching staff worked hard to keep the girls conditioned and improve their skills, according to senior Anika Arora. Both freshman Acey Faulkner and senior Anika Arora believe the season went well. “I think I … Continue reading Women’s Tennis volleys through the season

Bellbrook Golf swings through SWBL and doesn’t Putt around

By: Morgan Sharbaugh On September 18, the Bellbrook Golf Team earned 3rd place in the SWBL tournament. Competing against around 80 other golfers, 6 of the Bellbrook team placed well. According to junior golfers Gabe Hine and Ryan Wehner, receiving 3rd place was a bit of a shock after having a great season. Hine and Wehner both expected the team to receive 2nd place. Hine … Continue reading Bellbrook Golf swings through SWBL and doesn’t Putt around

Sports Dress Code Creates Lots of Controversy

by Cambree Bernkopf During a swim meet in Anchorage September 6, the female official disqualified a 17-year-old Dimond High School student who had just won a 100-meter freestyle race on the opinion that the seat of her swimsuit was exposing too much of her behind. This has added fuel to the controversy over the rules of female athletes’ bodies. A swimming coach who is a … Continue reading Sports Dress Code Creates Lots of Controversy

Dallas Cowboy Starting Running Back Finally Signs

by Cambree Bernkopf The moment we’ve all been waiting for: Ezekiel Elliott ends the long-lasting drama and finally signs to the Dallas Cowboys. The 24-year-old wanted to be the highest-paid NFL player as a running back and has met his financial goal after agreeing to terms with the team. By signing to a six year contract, he made a $90 million extension with $50 million … Continue reading Dallas Cowboy Starting Running Back Finally Signs

Competitive Cornhole Brings Big Prize Money

By: Morgan Sharbaugh August 6-11, the American Cornhole League held a championship competition at Valley Forge Casino in Pennsylvania. Several international teams competed, with the winner taking home $4,000 in prize money. The top 8 teams won a divided $10,000.  The competition started in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, back in January 2019 to finally finish in August. Teams were weeded out until finally the Hissner Henderson, … Continue reading Competitive Cornhole Brings Big Prize Money

NFL 2019-2020 Season Predictions: Are Upsets In Store?

by Morgan Sharbaugh The 2019-2020 National Football League season kicked off on September 5, 2019. Here are the predictions for the season: AFC North: Cleveland Browns Pittsburgh Steelers Baltimore Ravens Cincinnati Bengals The Browns have been improving their records with the help of Baker Mayfield and due to the new changes for the Steelers, it will be a fighting season. AFC South: Indianapolis Colts Houston … Continue reading NFL 2019-2020 Season Predictions: Are Upsets In Store?

Kentucky Derby Sees First Ever Replay Call

by Drew Ward May 4, the 145th Kentucky Derby came with a lot of controversy.  Maximum Security came into the derby with four straight wins and at first, it seemed like he would get five. Maximum Security ran a victory lap after crossing the finish line but the sweet taste of victory would soon be replaced with the bitter taste of disqualification. After complaints from … Continue reading Kentucky Derby Sees First Ever Replay Call