By Aimable Rutayisire, Sports Editor
The Newman University men’s basketball team officially welcomed 10-year-old Ryker Ammons to the program at an event last week that was attended by the whole team and members of the local media.
Ryker is battling a chronic illness called gastroschisis, also known as short
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By Dannicka McGrath, Photo Editor
Last week, the Jets cross country team traveled to Joplin, Missouri, to participate in the NCAA regionals, which would be the last meet of the season for most runners.
But not for junior Timothy Kiprotich, who qualified for the NCAA National Championship Meet during his
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By Aimable Rutayisire, Sports Editor
The Jets’ wrestling team is gearing up for one of its most promising seasons yet, said first-year head coach Mitch Arnold.
Over the offseason, the team acquired eight new members, giving it a deeper roster, and Arnold said he is also trying to build a
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By Anna Corbett-Neal, Co-Editor-in-Chief, and Caitlynn Clark, Guest Writer
Energy drinks are popular with college students who feel like they need a caffeine crutch to deal with their buy schedules.
But student athletes who consume energy drinks could find themselves benched.
Earlier this year, Newman Athletic Director Kenyon Spears spoke
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By Brandon Andino, Guest Writer
Freshman Caitylnn Clark has a name a lot of people recognize. She shares it with one
of the most popular players in the WNBA.
And yes, Newman’s Caitlynn also plays basketball: She’s a freshman guard for the Jets.
The two basketball players – the
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