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Scots look to rebound following disappointing 2015 season
Aleksi Pelkonen Sports Editor The Fighting Scots football team is looking to improve after a disappointing 2-8 record in their 2015 season. The Scots start their season September 3, away at Washington & Jefferson College. The Scots will face a challenging first test, as W&J starts the year ranked just outside of the preseason national…
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Volleyball anticipates hard work will lead to explosive season
Megan Zerrer Sports Editor As could be said for any properly motivated college sports team, Wooster’s volleyball team is looking for a strong start to the season. The 15 letterwinners returning from last season will ultimately guide the women to their success throughout the season. Anna Emmick ’17, Megan Mey ’17, Laura Sherer ’17 and…
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Men’s soccer ready for a challenge
Megan Zerrer Sports Editor The men’s soccer team is looking to start off their season with their best foot forward after some rigorous preseason training – both physically and mentally. The Fighting Scots have adopted head coach Andy Zidron’s foundations for a family-oriented, hard-working team that has helped build a strong community of players both…
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Rio Games a stark reminder of Olympics’ vices
The Olympics are nothing if not a thoroughly doctored three weeks worth of athletic spectacles pressed through seven NBC networks and conscientiously delivered to the eyes of the casual consumer. Each element seems formulaically constructed to fit the Olympic narrative. Whether it’s the the gravity of Bob Costas’ and Al Michaels’ sonorous commentary, the pomp…
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Baseball better than par for the course in regular season
Shelley Grostefon Senior Sports Writer The Wooster men’s baseball team has had a successful spring season with an overall record of 26-9. The team’s success is due to an all-around presence and strength on both offense and defense, characterized by strong sluggers and reliable pitching. As of press time, there are two games left in…
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Golf swings for the fences, jumps a spot in NCAC standings
Emma Woods Senior Sports Writer The Wooster women’s golf team ended their season this past weekend with a fourth place at the North Coast Atlantic Conference Championships. The women started off their season strong in the fall, placing first overall at the Ohio Wesleyan Invitational in October and placing high at the Wittenberg Pat Clouse…
