Olympics

A slippery slope

The staff editorial is the majority opinion of The Murray State News Editorial Board. The Olympic Games have long represented unity, (mostly) friendly competition and, perhaps most importantly, money. To host either the summer or winter games is an honor, yes, but also a huge commitment. There are few cities that have pockets deep enough Read More

Holding America accountable

Story by Collin Morris, Assistant Sports Editor   When juxtaposed, sports and politics have a sense of congruency. Both commonly involve two teams competing for superiority; both necessitate support of the masses to thrive and succeed. However, in the political arena, these teams do not just need their supporters to stand idle, cheering from the Read More

Sexism in sports coverage

Column by Sarah Combs, Assistant Sports Editor With the Rio Olympic games wrapping up on Aug. 21, everyone was talking about USA’s overall domination with a record breaking 121 total medals, 46 of those being gold. Applaud the work but give ‘em the ole 1-2. There’s no doubt those athletes worked day in and day Read More

Games of the gods

Column by Hallie Beard, Opinion Editor Ah, the Olympics: the drama-filled spectacle of jaw-dropping events that comes around every four years and makes Americans everywhere puff out their chests and don starred and striped sweatbands. Complete with robbery claims (looking at you, Ryan Lochte), flying machines (Simone Biles, scientists will figure out how you work) Read More

LGBT athletes question safety in Sochi

Prior to the 22nd Winter Olympics, national concern was raised over the safety of LGBT athletes in Sochi, Russia. While the games are being held more than 6,000 miles away from Murray, students are still speaking out about the discrimination. Jody Cofer Randall, LGBT coordinator for Murray State, said he thinks Russia’s stance toward the Read More

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