Sports
The Lines on the Field
Noel Caliskan ’22, now in the MLS with Real Salt Lake, learned his soccer in his native Germany. He compares the youth systems in the U.S. and his homeland.
What’s the Matter With U.S. Soccer?
Is the pay-to-play system prevalent in U.S. youth soccer the reason for frequently disappointing results from the U.S. Men’s National Team?
The Long Run
Got an extra two hours and a few minutes to spare this summer? Take a shot at Kelvin Kiptum’s marathon world record (2:00:35). Here are some tips to get started, from former women’s world record holder Jacqueline Hansen.
Beach Volleyball’s Hardware
With four straight WCC titles in the pocket — not to mention several top 5 national rankings — LMU beach volleyball is aiming just as high in 2024.
More Runs on the Board
LMU softball has won two straight WCC titles. Coach Tairia Flowers talks here about her plans to improve the team even more.
The WCC Roadmap
Here’s your guide to the WCC opponents who will go head-to-head for conference honors with this season’s men’s basketball team.
Aarika Hughes’ WCC Preview
Heading into her second season, Coach Aarika Hughes says her women’s basketball team will focus on defense and increase the tempo.
Title IX at 50
Title IX changed the landscape of university athletics. LMU women who have played, coached or worked in sports administration tell us how a federal civil rights law has shaped their lives.
A Conversation With Stan Johnson
Stan Johnson, head coach of LMU’s men’s basketball, talks about the strategic importance of culture in a Div. 1, NCAA basketball program.