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Delaney Rice spikes the ball against Illinois State.

Volleyball’s new squad shows potential despite losing record

Ismael Domin, Sports Editor October 2, 2024

The Saint Louis University Volleyball team began their season 4-5, and has one more week of play before their conference schedule begins. The Billikens were ranked No. 5 in the Atlantic 10 preseason poll....

Saint Louis University’s new head men’s basketball coach Josh Schertz stands in Chaifetz Arena to lead a pre-season practice on April 17, 2024. 
(Saint Louis Men’s Basketball Instagram)

Head coach Schertz’s vision for rebuilding Saint Louis University basketball

Rhema Briggs, Contributor October 1, 2024

As basketball season approaches, excitement and anticipation build in the Saint Louis University community. However, the buzz surrounding the Billikens carries a different energy this year.  Following...

Saint Louis and La Salle University field hockey players run for cover following eruption of gunfire in vicinity of Temple University pitch on Sept. 27, 2024. 
(Photo courtesy of ESPN)

Shots fired at SLU field hockey match, no players or fans harmed

Nora Kotnik, Sports Editor September 28, 2024

Gunfire interrupted a women’s field hockey game between Saint Louis and La Salle University in Philadelphia on Sept. 27. Players and spectators left without suffering any injuries.  The match ended...

2024 US Open singles champion, Aryna Sabalenka, after defeating opponent Jessica Pegula for the title.

Sabalenka and Sinner win the US Open

Megan Harwood, Contributor September 27, 2024

This year's U.S. Open Tennis Championship delivered thrilling battles, shocking upsets and inspiring underdog stories. The U.S. Open is the last of four Grand Slam tournaments that take place during a...

Sarah Adam showing her co-workers the silver medal she won on Sept. 10, 2024.

SLU occupational therapy professor and paralympic silver medalist

Emma Browka, Senior Writer September 27, 2024

Over the summer, the world of sports news was buzzing about the Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games, with outstanding athletes, unexpected results and countless records being broken. One of these athletes...

Women’s soccer team celebrating after scoring during the Bronze Boot games on Sept. 8, 2024

Mens and women’s soccer team compete for the Bronze Boot titles

Nora Kotnik, Sports Editor September 27, 2024

The BillikXens men’s and women’s soccer squads faced off against the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) Cougars for the 2024 Bronze Boot titles on Sept. 8. CITYPARK, home to St. Louis...

Pickleball club practice at Saint Louis University on Sept. 17, 2024.

Home is where the paddle is

McKenna Orrico, Contributor September 26, 2024

Since the 2010s, pickleball has been going viral for its physical benefits and Instagrammability. The competitive sport is an activity enjoyed by all ages, from children to seniors. While the game got...

The Saint Louis University varsity League of Legends team hoists their trophy from the College League of Legends National Championship on June 8, 2024.

SLU varsity League of Legends team cut after winning first national championship title

Sophie Trad, Contributor September 20, 2024

What began as a lighthearted practice in preparation for an upcoming season ended in a massacre of emotions for Saint Louis University’s varsity League of Legends team. Exactly two months and seven days...

Gabby Douglas, Simone Biles and Suni Lee at podium training on May 17th, 2024 at the XL Center in Hartford, Connecticut.

The Return of Olympic Champions and the Pursuit of Paris

Emma Browka, Senior Writer June 2, 2024

A historical milestone in the world of women’s gymnastics was achieved on the evening of Saturday, May 18, when three Olympic all-around champions were slated to compete in the same meet for the first...

McMakin shortly before tipoff against Duquesne on Feb. 20.

Recalling the milestones of Kyla McMakin’s career with the Billikens

Nora Kotnik, Sports Editor May 1, 2024

On April 6, the Billikens led by Kyla McMakin, wrapped up their season with a dominant win over the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the Women’s...

Sarah Adam at a photoshoot in Los Angeles for Team USA Wheelchair Rugby.

Sarah Adam: Bridging worlds as an occupational therapy professor at SLU and wheelchair rugby athlete

Emma Browka, Senior Writer May 1, 2024

The 2024 Summer Olympics and Paralympics are quickly approaching and are highly anticipated by many. As the first Olympic and Paralympic games since the COVID-19 pandemic, the Paris arenas will be filled...

Josh Schertz addresses the Billiken community at his own designated welcome event on Apr. 8.

The new coach on the scene: Billikens Head Coach Josh Schertz

Nia Stevenson, Senior Writer May 1, 2024

In front of the Billiken faithful, Josh Schertz, SLU’s new men’s basketball head coach, was introduced to fans on Monday, April 8 at Chaifetz Arena with hopes of bringing SLU basketball championship...

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