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Lando Norris achieves first win at the 2024 Miami Grand Prix.

Verstappen off the podium top-step and McLaren leading the constructors: A never-expected season of Formula 1

Aditya Gunturu, Senior Writer November 6, 2024

Coming into the 2024 Formula 1 season, the gap could not have been more clear. Other than a freak win for Carlos Sainz and Ferrari in Singapore last year, Red Bull had experienced a never-before-seen period...

The Gunners shine in Bukayo Saka’s first foray as captain.

Arsenal’s astonishing Champion League takedown against PSG

Aditya Gunturu, Senior Writer November 6, 2024

This past week, the UK-based Premier League team Arsenal FC faced France’s Ligue 1 team Paris Saint Germain (PSG) in a Union of European Football Association (UEFA) Champions League group stage match....

Depiction of televisions and dollar signs symbolize the rising costs of sports streaming service options.

Live sports streaming platforms: How costly it has become for fans to support their teams

Emma Browka, Senior Writer November 6, 2024

In recent years, it has become increasingly harder for sports fans to watch and support their favorite teams from the comfort of their own home. With the emergence of multiple streaming platforms, each...

SLU Field Hockey loses 3-2 on senior day to Davidson

Chloe Rhine, Contributor November 6, 2024

The Saint Louis University field hockey team fell to the Davidson College Wildcats in a 3-2 loss at SLU Field Complex on Oct. 11. The loss moved the Billikens to 1-9 overall and 0-4 in A-10 play. Davidson...

Max Pikaar throws it down over Rockhurst’s Arol Kacuol on Oct. 18, 2024.

First impressions on new-look men’s basketball

Ismael Domin, Sports Editor November 5, 2024

The Saint Louis University’s Men’s Basketball team took the court for two exhibition games on Oct. 18 and Oct. 25 against Rockhurst and Maryville. Despite early woes, new head coach Josh Schertz is...

Tom Brady's broadcasting debut in Cleveland, Ohio during the season opener featuring the Dallas Cowboys and Cleveland Browns.

How Tom Brady calls the shots in his broadcasting career

Nia Stevenson, Senior Writer November 4, 2024

Tom Brady, one of the biggest powerhouse names in NFL history, is most famously  known for his career winning seven Super Bowl titles. Brady hung up his cleats and retired in 2022. In his retirement,...

Lebron James embracing a younger Bronny, after the Cleveland Cavaliers became one game closer to being 2007 Eastern Conference Champions.

Lebron James and son, Bronny James: The first father-and-son duo in the NBA

Nora Kotnik, Sports Editor November 4, 2024

On Oct. 22, the Los Angeles Lakers opened their 2024-2025 season against the Minnesota Timberwolves, earning a 110-103 win. Anthony Davis led the Lakers with an impressive 36 points, 16 rebounds, 4 assists...

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...

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...

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