The transition from high school to college can be a big leap, but for some athletes, the Oakland University club lacrosse team offers not only an opportunity to continue pursuing their passion, but also a chance to build camaraderie, hone their skills and leave a lasting impact on the program. “What inspired me to play lacrosse was my older brother who played in high school,” … [Read more...] about Men’s club lacrosse at OU: On the rise
Prominent athletes aligning with candidates in the 2024 presidential race
At the end of a Sunday Night Football game on Oct. 27, San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Nick Bosa crashed a live shot of teammates George Kittle, Brock Purdy and Isaac Guerendo on NBC while sporting a “Make America Great Again” cap. The moment sparked reactions from viewers across the country, reigniting conversations about the intersection of sports and … [Read more...] about Prominent athletes aligning with candidates in the 2024 presidential race
Oakland Cross Country Teams Compete in Horizon League Championship Meet
Oakland University’s cross-country teams traveled to Green Bay, Wisconsin, this last weekend to compete in the Horizon League Championship. Both teams finished in the top three, with the men’s team earning a third-place finish and the women coming in second. The Golden Grizzlies women’s team kicked off the championship at noon, running the 6000-meter race. Senior Erin Hegarty … [Read more...] about Oakland Cross Country Teams Compete in Horizon League Championship Meet
Do athletes have a moral responsibility to use their platforms to advocate for social change?
As election season draws to a close, nearly everybody seems to be sharing their political views. Pop stars endorse this candidate, actors support that candidate and athletes support another. While it may feel like everybody is starting to use their platform to influence social change, it isn’t exactly new. If you go back eight years to 2016, NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick … [Read more...] about Do athletes have a moral responsibility to use their platforms to advocate for social change?
As election season continues, candidates use football games to score votes
Football’s role extends beyond the field this election season, as presidential candidates like Vice President Kamala Harris, former President Donald Trump and others use football to connect with voters nationwide. Football has been a powerful tool for political candidates in this election. Due to its mass appeal, cultural significance and the chance for candidates to engage … [Read more...] about As election season continues, candidates use football games to score votes