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The Student News Site of St. Edward's University

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The two newest episodes of "The Last Dance" documentary focused on the Chicago Bulls rivalry with the Detroit Pistons and how Michael Jordan competed against their notorious physicality.

‘The Last Dance’ episodes 3, 4 recap: Detroit “Bad Boys” and Dennis Rodman’s signature shenanigans

Dante Gutierrez, Staff Writer
April 28, 2020
Michael Jordan and the 1997-98 Bulls are the focus of the highly-anticipated sports documentary "The Last Dance." The 10-part docu-series premieres two episodes for the next five Sundays.

“The Last Dance”: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of first two episodes

Dante Gutierrez, Staff Writer
April 20, 2020
Men's soccer was one of the St. Edward's varsity programs disbanded after financial issues.

Athletics department decides to cut six varsity sports due to financial hardship

Dante Gutierrez, Staff Writer
April 20, 2020
Perhaps one of the most anticipated sports documentaries ever, "The Last Dance" will focus on NBA legend Michael Jordan and his final championship season in 1997.

Upcoming Michael Jordan documentary ‘The Last Dance’ grants fans a ticket to Air Jordan Show

Dante Gutierrez, Staff Writer
April 13, 2020
Bad Bunny's music video was released on March 27 and now has almost 90 million views on Youtube.

Bad Bunny’s ‘Yo Perreo Sola’ advocates for Latinx women and LGBTQ+ community

Dante Gutierrez
April 9, 2020

Sam Hunt makes the wait worthwhile with new album ‘Southside’

Dante Gutierrez, Staff Writer
April 7, 2020
After the petition received 1,004 signatures, St. Edward's implemented the Pass/Fail policy on March 26. All requests must be submitted by April 20.

Pass/Fail system most reasonable grading policy during COVID-19

Dante Gutierrez, Staff Writer
April 2, 2020
Given the uncertainty and risk that comes with the recent coronavirus update, the Olympic Games will be postponed to summer 2021.

COMMENTARY: IOC and Japan makes humane decision to postpone Tokyo 2020 Games

Dante Gutierrez, Staff Writer
March 30, 2020
NBA star Rudy Gobert recently became the first NBA player who tested positive for coronavirus.

COMMENTARY: NBA season suspended for COVID-19 concerns, Rudy Gobert’s negligence spread Coronavirus across Utah Jazz

Dante Gutierrez, Staff Writer
March 13, 2020
Bad Bunny started releasing music back in 2016 as an independent artist. ‘#YHLQMDLG’ was released on Feb. 28 to crtical acclaim from Rolling Stone and Pitchfork.

Bad Bunny continues to break rules with new album ‘#YHLQMDLG’

Dante Gutierrez, Staff Writer
March 9, 2020
With Selection Sunday set for March 15, the nation’s best basketball teams are preparing for a chance at a national championship. The Kansas Jayhawks’ dominant 28-3 record will place them among the top of the ranks.

March Madness preview: What to know before filling out your tournament bracket

Dante Gutierrez, Staff Writer
March 9, 2020
Last month, Vanessa Bryant announced that she would be pressing charges against helicopter company Island Express Corp., which was responsible for the death of her husband, Kobe, and daughter, Gianna, along with seven others.

COMMENTARY: Vanessa Bryant is right for lawsuit against agency responsible for Kobe’s, Gianna’s death

Dante Gutierrez, Staff Writer
March 2, 2020
NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal’s strength in scoring and defense are defining attributes of the center’s Hall of Fame career. During their championship season in 2006, O’Neal averaged 20 points and 9.2 rebounds for the Miami Heat.

Black History Month: Shaquille O’Neal is legend far beyond basketball

Dante Gutierrez, Staff Writer
February 24, 2020
NFL legend Jim Brown is one of the most storied running backs in league history. Brown sits sixth all-time in rushing touchdowns with 106 and has earned three MVPs.

Black History Month: Jim Brown broke tackles on and off the field during Civil Rights Movement

Dante Gutierrez, Staff Writer
February 17, 2020
The #SuperMonday was used in over 16,000 posts over Superbowl Weekend on Instagram. It has gained controversy with each passing year.

Super Monday is a marketing campaign, it should not be a holiday

Dante Gutierrez, Staff Writer
February 11, 2020
Former MLB outfielder Rickey Henderson was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2009 for his impressive career. During his career, Henderson earned 10 All-Star appearances and an MVP award.

Black History Month: Remembering “greatest leadoff man” in baseball Rickey Henderson

Dante Gutierrez, Staff Writer
February 10, 2020

Shakira, J-Lo steal the show with electric Super Bowl Halftime performance

Dante Gutierrez, Staff Writer
February 3, 2020
During the 2013 off-season, Hernandez was charged for the murder of semi-professional player Odin Lloyd, who was dating the sister of Hernandez's fiancée.

Netflix docuseries uncovers what led to football player’s demise

Dante Gutierrez
January 28, 2020
Former New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter headlined the 2020 Hall of Fame inductees.

Derek Jeter, Larry Walker cement legacies with Hall of Fame selections

Dante Gutierrez, Staff Writer
January 27, 2020
The Houston Astros are facing consequences for a series of recent cheating allegations over their conduct during the 2017 season. The team was eventually crowned World Series champions that year.

COMMENTARY: Houston Astros deserve harsher punishments for cheating scandal

Dante Gutierrez, Staff Writer
January 27, 2020
Dabbing is believed to have started in Atlanta. Everyone from celebrities to politians have performed the dance after its 2015 introduction.

Dabbing Through the Decade: Viral dances that defined the last 10 years

Dante Gutierrez, Staff Writer
December 3, 2019
Since the franchise’s inception in 1901, the New York Yankees has never had a full-time female member of coaching staff. With Rachel Balkovec’s hiring, the Yankees followed the lead of the Chicago Cubs.

COMMENTARY: Yankees hiring full-time female coach is MLB milestone

Dante Gutierrez, Sports Writer
December 2, 2019
Despite having an all-time 37-41-2 Thanksgiving day record, the Detroit Lions have consistently appeared in the annual games.

Thanksgiving games should include best teams, not traditional duo

Dante Gutierrez, Sports Editor
December 2, 2019
With a legendary career in New York along with an impressive resume, Derek Jeter's induction to the Hall of Fame seems like a no-brainer.

COMMENTARY: Jeter is a unanimous Hall of Famer; Bonds, Clemens still plagued by PEDs

Dante Gutierrez, Sports Writer
November 25, 2019
As one of the most popular franchises in the world, the Dallas Cowboys would be a great candidate to have play in the NFL Mexico City games.

COMMENTARY: NFL should consider Mexican fans’ preferences when making international schedule

Dante Gutierrez, Sports Writer
November 25, 2019

‘Charlie’s Angels’ soars to new heights with empowerment, feminism

Dante Gutierrez, Staff Writer
November 24, 2019
Kawhi Leonard prepares for a free throw during his lone season with the Toronto Raptors. Leonard believes that sitting out games played a factor in the team’s title run.

NBA is a business: Load management helps teams protect valuable investments

Dante Gutierrez, Staff Writer
November 18, 2019
It's no secret the Cleveland Browns have been the laughing stock of the NFL for some years now, but now one lifelong fan is deciding to no longer watch them due to their newest quarterback acquisition.

Mason Rudolph’s lack of professionalism, actions warrant immediate suspension

Dante Gutierrez, Staff Writer
November 18, 2019
Washington Nationals catcher Kurt Suzuki made headlines not for his team’s World Series title, but for controversial footage that showed him donning Trump’s “MAGA” hat during the team’s White House visit.

COMMENTARY: Kurt Suzuki wearing MAGA hat condones White Supremacy, oppression during Nationals White House visit

Dante Gutierrez, Sports Writer
November 11, 2019
Game one of the World Series is set to take place in Houston, as the Astros and Braves collide in a must see series.

COMMENTARY: The MLB needs to be more accountable with consequences for domestic violence

Dante Gutierrez, Sports Writer
November 5, 2019
As one of the only co-ed club sports on campus, club tennis emphasizes unification and positivity to its members.

Club tennis provides physical escape, de-stress from academics

Dante Gutierrez, Life & Arts Editor
October 30, 2019
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James typically uses his platform to raise awareness to social issues. But recently, his comments about China and Hong Kong have caused much controversy.

COMMENTARY: LeBron James hinders social justice persona with recent China-Hong Kong comments

Dante Gutierrez, Sports Writer
October 30, 2019
Houston Rockets All-Star James Harden apologizes for the team's recent controversy with China.

COMMENTARY: Rockets general manager suppresses freedom of speech during recent controversy with China

Dante Gutierrez, Sports Writer
October 14, 2019
In his return to MLB action, Astros shortstop Carlos Correa is fully recovered from a back injury and ready to help Houston through playoffs.

Rays get “Verlandered,” Houston leads Tampa Bay 2-1 in ALDS

Dante Gutierrez, Sports Writer
October 7, 2019
Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees will host the Minnesota Twins in the first round of the MLB Postseason this Friday evening.

Start spreading the news: The savages are prepared for postseason

Dante Gutierrez, Sports Writer
September 30, 2019
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