Author: Madyson Alexander
SNHU Cheer: Fourth in the Nation, First in Our Hearts
“They see pom-poms. They see cute little skirts. They see us standing on the sidelines, representing that first half of the sport, but they miss what it takes to put on a routine. We have to have the strength of weight-lifters, the speed of runners, the quick twitch of a gymnast. We have to be the full package,” Michelle McCarty - SNHU Cheer Coach
Kicking Intramural Season into Play
The beginning of the school year marks the time for 8 a.m. classes, clubs and employment on campus, and the start of fall internships- which can also mean a lot of stress. What can help with this stress? The intramural sports offered on campus. Intramural sports are offered through SNHU’s Campus Recreation Department, which is known as one of the largest student employers found
Walkinshaw Drafted to Oakland Athletics in 2019 MLB First-Year Player Draft
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Graduate student Jake Walkinshaw's dreams of becoming a professional baseball player have become a reality. On June 5, he was selected by Oakland Athletics in the 36th round of the 2019 MLB First-Year Player Draft as the 1,094 overall pick. The six-foot-3, 200-pound right-handed pitcher received news of this just two days after being named the number one MLB prospect in the state of New SNHU Athletics Donate Soccer Balls to India
SNHU athletic teams are constantly finding unique ways to give back. Most recently, the SNHU Athletic Department and both soccer teams donated 28 soccer balls to children from slum communities across New Delhi, India. This project was sparked when Dr. Justina Oliveira, a member of the psychology staff at SNHU, was presented with the opportunity to visit New Delhi for one week through a
Spring Sports Determined to Reach New Heights
Winter sports are fast ending with intense playoffs on the horizon, which means spring sports are soon to delve into their homestretch. Spring sports at SNHU are Men’s and Women’s Lacrosse, Baseball, Softball and Men’s Tennis. With aspirations of success and even division championships, the teams are off to a good start to make these goals a reality. The Women’s Lacrosse team is readier
Track and Field’s Ashley Elder Qualifies for Nationals; Finishes 13th
“I don’t want to say I’ve dreamed of it, but I’ve dreamed of it. I knew that [nationals] was my number one goal, and to be able to go and compete is unreal,” said SNHU Track and Field's Ashley Elder. Senior Ashley Elder became the first SNHU Indoor Track and Field team member to participate in the NCAA Championships, finishing 13th in the shot put
From Club to DII Sport Women’s Track and Field Exceeds Expectations
The Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) women's track and field team has only been in existence for four years. However, with a diverse roster and competitive skill, the Penmen are sprinting into what could be its best season. In 2015, Head Coach Lex Butler saw a job opening at SNHU for a head coaching position of a track and field program. Butler, who had
Kylie Lorenzen: Two Records, One Good Eye
Kylie Lorenzen is about to break two school records. She is just 51 points away from surpassing Julie Dabrowski in total points scored throughout an individual career. Dabrowski holds the school record with 1,713 points from 1986-1990, and Lorenzen is right behind her with 1,662 points. Lorenzen is also second in line for the record of most career rebounds. So far, she has compiled
Bohemian Rhapsody: Rocking Theaters Everywhere
Queen: the famous rock band hailing from London, England are now movie stars. Known for their dazzling front-man and their unique qualities that left the band near undefinable, Queen stunned fans at every performance. As the years pass Queen’s legacy continues to live on as their pure talent still conquers playlists and radio stations today. You can't even go to a single sports game