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NEWS 4/21/15 2:00pm

Tough road trip doesn’t deter the Phoenix softball spirit

By Robert Nanna

After a trip to Hempstead, New York, to face Hofstra University in a Colonial Athletic Association matchup, the Elon University softball team has paved part of the tough path to the playoffs for themselves. As the Phoenix stepped onto the diamond for a twin bill April 18, its offense did not.

NEWS 4/13/15 2:50am

Softball has high hopes for rest of year after beating Delaware

By Robert Nanna

Having improved its record to 25-13 (7-5 Colonial Athletic Association) after an important series win against the University of Delaware Blue Hens, the Elon University softball team has high hopes for the remainder of the season. “I am very pleased with the growth of our team at this point,” head coach Kathy Bocock said, “This team has matured through the season by helping each other through adversity with lots of schedule changes.” Elon currently sits in third place in the CAA but has had its share of obstacles in the process of climbing the leaderboard. Inclement weather forced the Phoenix to reschedule several games, often at inconvenient times.

NEWS 3/19/15 8:46pm

Freshman pitcher ranking among top CAA players in wins

By Robert Nanna

While many freshmen take months or years to earn their spot in a Division I lineup, Kiandra Mitchum, a freshman pitcher for the Elon University softball team, started opening day for the Phoenix. So far this season, Mitchum has made 14 appearances, 12 of which she started on the mound.

NEWS 3/19/15 6:34pm

Elon tops East Carolina for fifth straight win

By Robert Nanna

A six-run sixth inning barrage from the Phoenix offense propelled Elon University's softball squad to a 10-4 home win over the East Carolina University Pirates on Wednesday. Elon now rides a five-game winning streak as it heads into Colonial Athletic Association play this weekend. The Pirates struck first in the top of the first inning as three hits drove across the first run of the game.

NEWS 3/12/15 1:05pm

Softball thrives in early going despite weather

By Robert Nanna

After the Elon University softball team returned from the Citrus Classic in Orlando, Florida, it went nine days without playing a game because of inclement weather. This length of time in the middle of the season with no games or consistent practice regiment can often get the better of a team and cause it to crumble, especially since softball relies on repetition and constantly practicing different skills. “The team loves to play games,” said junior infielder Emily Cameron.

NEWS 3/4/15 10:45pm

Samson takes single-season record from old teammate

By Robert Nanna

Only one season after his graduation from Elon University, former single-season 3-point field goal record holder Jack Isenbarger was outdone by former teammate, junior guard Tanner Samson. Samson has trumped the previous record, 82 three-point field goals made, making 98 of his own this season.

NEWS 2/25/15 10:57am

Phoenix football prepares for offseason

By Robert Nanna

It is often said that winning comes in the offseason for many sports teams. It is the time that players build bonds with teammates and coaches and the previous seasons’ glories and failures are washed away and the team gets a clean slate. For the Elon University football team, the offseason is a time to improve in ways that are not accessible during the season. “Being here a year now, the players are more comfortable with the schemes in all three phases of the game,” said head coach Rich Skrosky.

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LIFESTYLE 04/19/2024 11:46am
Elon’s new bakery, Cakes etc. by Cindy, embraces community amid advertising roadblocks

A wall of sweet smelling baked goods greets customers as they walk into Cakes, etc. by Cindy. To enter the bakery, just look for the neon open sign on the ground floor of the Acorn Inn. People can find the owner Cindy Pettiford behind the counter along with her husband, Cory Pettiford and her three sons.  The bakery opened last year on July 15, 2023 and has continued to produce goods ranging from pound cakes to cobblers to banana pudding. Before baking, Cindy worked as a part time customer service worker and notary on top of baking at home. 

LIFESTYLE 04/18/2024 2:30pm
Student production of ‘Pippin’ has ‘Magic to Do’ for three sold-out audiences at Elon University

After learning about Renegade Productions through a friend, Elon University freshman Jackson Bennett signed up for the student organization’s newsletter last fall. Now, on April 19 and 20, the Cinema and Television Arts major will be performing as the title role in Renegade’s spring musical, “Pippin.” While the show’s three performances are sold-out, Renegade Productions is doing a free ticket lottery that anyone can enter. The lottery winner will be drawn at 5 p.m. on April 18 and information about how to enter is on the club’s Instagram page, @elonrenegade. Performances are at 8:30 p.m. April 19 and 20 and there is a 3 p.m. performance on April 20. 

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