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Current targeting rule challenges officials

The recent targeting rules implemented by the NCAA have been nothing short of a disaster. They have good intentions, but they are a disaster nonetheless. The core issue with the rules can be broken down into two main categories: the first being that fans do…

Dear Cowboys fans

Being from the great city of Dallas, you would probably think I was bred a Cowboys fan. Well, luckily, I have a dad who was born in Ohio, raised a Browns fan. He didn’t push the disgusting silver and blue Kool-Aid on to me like…

Future of female reporters in sports

Turn on your TV to any professional sports game and you might not ever hear a female’s voice, and if you do, it’s probably from the sideline or somewhere off the court. Women dominate the sideline reporter field, but have hardly ever made it off…

Why US Men’s Soccer will never be on top

Now, hold on. Hear me out. I love the United States Men’s Soccer Team. I love watching guys like Clint Dempsey win a match with one shot, Christian Pulisic do his thing and (formerly) Tim Howard keep his team in the game save after save.…

“Untouchable” Celtics big three changed NBA

American basketball has been around since 1846 and has been a part of our lives from childhood to retirement. We all have grown up playing or watching games, and all sports fans have their favorite teams. We are drawn to these teams for several reasons,…

Wardawgs don’t flinch

It was Friday morning, and the North Forney Falcons were preparing to play the cross-town rival Forney Jackrabbits. My teammates and I were joking about cleaning our lockers out Monday morning, but I didn’t yet know the next 24 hours would be the best of…

Family tradition in Ouachita football

The Ouachita Baptist University football offices may be facing a bit of confusion in the near future as two different Coach Knights wander the halls. The first is Head Coach Todd Knight, but the second is a fresh face. This face is that of Coach…

Rights and wrongs of singing America’s anthem

A couple weeks ago at the NBA All-Star game, Fergie sang the national anthem, and it caught a lot of attention. The rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” was not one of those “she did amazing” moments. It was more of a “did she really just…

Athletic trainers provide aid to student athletes

Athletic trainers serve a significant purpose for every club, league or school. These trainers emphasize the value of helping both amateur and professional athletes in every sport, whether it be treating an injury or helping enhance player fitness. At Ouachita, athletic trainers assist student athletes…

Lady Tigers claim victory over Lady Muleriders

The Ouachita Baptist University Lady Tigers qualified for the Great American Conference Championship as they defeated the Southern Arkansas University Lady Muleriders 98-83 in Bill Vining Arena on Saturday afternoon. Ouachita (14-14, 10-12 GAC) had the lead for the majority of the game, but SAU…

Tigers come up short on Senior Day

Southern Arkansas University defeated Ouachita Baptist University by a score of 72-70 on Saturday during Senior Day in Bill Vining Arena. The game, which presented an extremely physical, fast-paced battle, was close from start to finish. In a game that was tied with less than…

Tigers fail to track down Wonder Boys in loss

The Arkansas Tech University Wonder Boys led the Ouachita Baptist University Tigers from start to finish Thursday night, capturing an 82-76 road victory at Bill Vining Arena in Arkadelphia. The Wonder Boys (17-10, 11-10 GAC) had four players contribute 17 or more points which propelled…