Letters to the Editor

Elon outslugs No. 8 North Carolina State, 24-12

Before Tuesday afternoon’s tilt with the Elon University baseball team, the North Carolina State University Wolfpack had only been scored on 26 times in their first 11 games.

Stop the Overload: Why the NFL offseason is just too much

Last week, the eyes of the sports world were turned on Indianapolis and Lucas Oil Stadium. Why, you may ask?

'A Little Bit Different' music video showcases array of student talent

Some students spend their senior year doing extensive research. Some may even coast along for the final semesters of their college career.

New Numen Lumen Pavilion

Workers completed construction last week on the new multi-faith center, named the Numen Lumen Pavilion.

Evans closes regular season career with win at Georgia Southern, career high 31 points

In her final regular season game in an Elon University uniform, senior forward Kelsey Evans carried the Phoenix with a career high 31 points on 14-17 shooting as the women’s basketball team defeated the Georgia Southern University Eagles, 76-65, on Monday March 4. To go with the career high in points, the 14 field goals made was also a career high for the senior.

New Peace Corps program provides opportunities for students, benefits those in need

Food will define the future. At least that’s what Steve Moore, a lecturer of environmental studies at Elon University, was thinking when he began discussing the prospects of a Peace Corps prep program with Elon administrators during fall semester 2011. President Leo Lambert signed off on the program Feb.

Offensive poster posted in multiple locations on Elon University's campus

Missed opportunities doom Elon in rubber match against Furman

The Elon University baseball team was picked as the coaches’ preseason favorite to win the Southern Conference baseball championship in 2013.

Elon takes SoCon opener with 6-1 win against The Citadel

The Elon University men’s tennis team got off to a good start in Southern Conference play by defeating The Citadel 6-1 on Sunday, March 3.

Softball sweeps doubleheader from late addition Manhattan

With the Elon University softball team having an open weekend this weekend and the Manhattan College Jaspers completely washed out by rain last weekend, Elon added Manhattan to the schedule for a doubleheader on Sunday, March 3. Elon jumped early in both games, almost blowing the first game in the late innings, but holding strong throughout in game two to sweep the double header 8-7 and 10-5. Junior center fielder Carleigh Nester started the slugfest early for the Phoenix in the bottom of the first inning of game one, as she took a 3-1 pitch from sophomore pitcher Amy Bright deep to left field. Seniors Camille Hill and Tomeka Watson followed with singles, then cleanup hitter Johanna Spencer knocked in Hill while moving Watson to third base.

Men's basketball reaches 20-win plateau in regular season finale win over UNCG

20-10 is a long way from 9-23. But in just four years, the Elon University men's basketball team improved that much. The Phoenix capped off the program's first 20-win season since 1987-1988 with an 80-66 victory Saturday night over the University of North Carolina at Greensboro Spartans in Alumni Gym, using a productive second half to cap the historic season. The win propels the Phoenix into the Southern Conference Tournament next weekend when it will face either the No.

Elon and Furman go twelve again

One grueling extra-inning game between the Elon University baseball team and conference rival Furman University wasn’t enough, as the Phoenix and Paladins played another exciting, back-and-forth marathon of a game just a day later on Saturday, March 2.

Elon sends off seniors in style against Davidson

On a cold, dreary afternoon outside Alumni Gym, smiles shined bright inside both before and after the Elon University women’s basketball team's 72-56 home season finale and senior day win against the Davidson College Wildcats. “A great team effort and just excited to get the win,” said Elon head coach Charlotte Smith. Prior to the game, Elon's five seniors, Ali Ford, Kesley Evans, Shon Redmond, Lei Lei Hariston and Arayael Brander, were honored for their time sporting the maroon and gold.

Six runs in the twelfth inning downs Elon

For eight full innings, the Elon University baseball team was battling Furman University in a pitchers duel.

Elon's best six point loss ever?

By now, you’ve heard the Elon University men’s basketball team lost on Wednesday, Feb. 27 to the Davidson College Wildcats in a tight game before a sold out, rowdy Alumni Gym. That’s old news.

One capricious decision challenges Olympic tradition

Wrestling is a primordial sport. In its basic form, it consists of two fighters pitted against one another in a contest of strength and willpower.

Phoenix take win streak to nine with win against Charlotte

Whether at home at the friendly confines of the Jimmy Powell Tennis Center or on the road, it doesn’t seem to matter to the Elon University women’s tennis team.

Religious studies professor connects music, spirituality

The room was packed Feb. 25 as L.D. Russell, a religious studies professor at Elon University, delivered a presentation on the relationship between music and spirituality and how both give meaning to human lives. Russell explained how both music and religion provide comfort, community and identity for many young people. “Music is a quiet revolution among young people, and you’re creating new spiritualties,” Russell said. Just as religions have subcultures, so do music communities, according to Russell.

Virginia Tech mounts late rally to top Elon in pitchers duel

On the day that Elon University dedicated Hunt Softball Park, the stage was set for another Elon softball upset.

New York, New York: Do I want to be a part of it?

There’s a joke somewhere in here. The New York Yankees made it to the American League Championship Series five months ago behind CC Sabathia, Derek Jeter and the pinch-hitting heroics of Raul Ibanez.