Athletics Articles

Money and sports: Sports gambling increases

More underage gamblers take advantage of online portals “It came down to the very last play of the game,” said the Sophomore passionately. “I couldn’t stand still. They had to win.” The fifteen-year-old ended up winning 1500 dollars. The winter sports season is now in...

Track and Field draws diverse athletes

Some see sport as a gateway to college, others join to try something new or spend time with friends There are many reasons why students join sports teams at school. Some want to be part of a community and make new friends, while others aim to play at the college...

What makes a good coach?

Minnehaha has strong tradition of top coaches For many teen-agers, a critical part of their high school experience is athletics, and the most influential people in young people's lives can be their coaches. Minnehaha Academy has developed a strong tradition of...

Major League Baseball rule changes: Are they good or bad?

As the 2023 Major League Baseball (MLB) season is now in full swing, new rule changes were brought to the league in an attempt to make the sport a more enjoyable experience. Easily the biggest and most impactful change made to this season is the pitch clock. With this...
The NIL Era

The NIL Era

Young athletes profit Larry McKenzie, the Minneapolis North boys basketball coach, spent 42 years training...