Sports’ schedules often do not match up perfectly with classes, but is this actually a problem at Trinity? As a Division III university, Trinity is the type of higher education institution that puts academics at a premium. While many larger universities are notorious for expecting less from their athletes “” consider the recent scandal at the University of North Carolina, for example “” at Trinity, that is far from the case. In fact, upon gathering...
The second weekend of January marked the beginning of the Trinity track and field season. The team headed to the University of Houston to compete at the Leonard Hilton Memorial Invitational. The top performers were Cody Hall, who finished third in men’s long jump and the 60-meter hurdles event, Nkolika Nweke, who placed fourth in the women’s 200 meters, Raphael Martin, who was a third-place finisher in the men’s 200 meters and Abigail Schneebeck, who...
Division III athletes rarely play professionally. With little exposure, it can be challenging for an athlete to move up to the next level; however, former Trinity soccer standout Matthew Cardone earned a spot on the San Antonio Scorpions in 2015. Since then, the Scorpions have disbanded, and he has joined San Antonio Football Club (F.C.), the newest addition to the San Antonio professional sports scene. Cardone originally tried out for the MLS’s Orlando City F.C.,...
Tigers defeat Southwestern 79-68 on Friday before falling 80-70 to TLU on Saturday The Trinity men’s basketball team played a pair of games over the three-day weekend against two conference rivals. After defeating Southwestern in the Friday’s contest, the Tigers fell to Texas Lutheran the following night in Seguin. With an overall record of seven wins and eight losses, and a conference record of two wins and two losses, the Tigers are hoping to make...
“On any given Sunday.” Not only is that a fantastic football movie starring Al Pacino and L.L. Cool J, but it is also a saying that rings true for NFL football each week. The pure uncertainty that comes with each Sunday is what makes this league great and is what makes football the most popular sport in America right now. Whether you’re setting your fantasy lineup, placing a bet, or cheering on your favorite team,...
The hard work is paying off so far. Following a long offseason, the Tigers entered the season with high spirits and a new team motto: “Together Tigers.” During their first game of the season this past Tuesday night at Sam’s Gym, they smoked McMurray University 72-53. They started the game hot, outscoring the Warhawks 42-25 and entering halftime poised and confident. The offensive output did not slow in the second half, but McMurray came out...
Heading into their final game of the season tomorrow, the Tiger football team desperately wants to cap the year on a high note. This past weekend’s 20-7 loss to Southwestern snapped a 2 game winning streak. While the Tigers were disappointed, they had many positive takeaways, and are optimistic as they look ahead to their final game of the season at home. Two weeks ago, the Tigers were able to snap a three game losing...
Following a long and productive off-season, the Trinity men’s basketball season is almost here. On November 15th, the team will play their first game on the road versus the University of Texas at Dallas. The Tigers were able to finish strong last year, winning their last 4 of 6 games to close out the season. They hope to improve on the 10-16 record from last year, and have their sights set on a SCAC Championship....
