Few things in our lives unite people the way sports can. Ninety-five percent of the time, sports unite the communities and regions which make up specific fan bases. Whether it’s Racer Nation, Hockey Town or Cardinal Country, sports have a way of bringing together people of all different demographics, careers and life stages. Every now Read More
I have decided to postpone the final column in The Murray State Tradition series to discuss a topic of far greater importance this week. Over the last several days, an incredibly disturbing and disappointing story has emerged out of the Miami Dolphins’ locker room. Jonathan Martin, a second-year tackle, left the team last week after Read More
When we look at the success of Murray State athletics today, there are a few key individuals to whom much credit is owed. Bennie Purcell is certainly near the top of the list. Purcell left his hometown of Mount Vernon, Ill., in 1948 to become a part of the then “Thoroughbred” basketball team. Purcell was Read More
When September rolls around each year, a peculiar phenomenon occurs in America. From Saturday morning to Monday night, American sports fans seem to have only one thing on their minds. Football. College, professional, it doesn’t matter to me. Once the temperatures cool down and the days start getting shorter, all is forsaken for the obsession Read More