Posts tagged as “sports”

(Archive March 2016) Boston Sports Mid-Season Review: Bruins – Defense Must Improve

By editorialteam on August 23, 2024

By Andrew Hoenig | Assistant Editor

Boston, Mass. – Bruins fans bleed black and gold and pride themselves on the ol’ saying “Don’t poke the bear”. This usually refers to the team’s defense which has been its staple, especially since clinching their last Stanley Cup Championship in 2011 against the Canucks.

But halfway through this season, the team’s defense is just not getting it done consistently. They’ve had some inconsistency on the back end due to trouble finding solid defensive pairs. Long time players like Zdeno Chara, Adam McQuaid, and Dennis Seidenberg have been defensive staples since their 2011 Stanley Cup win and with last year’s up-and-comer Torey Krug, these veterans and this group of defensemen had high expectations coming into the season but just haven’t been as good as they might have hoped; injuries have played a part in some of the inconsistency, as well. Other key defenseman this season such as Kevan Miller, Joe Morrow, and Zach Trotman have all seen leads be blown or games start off all too quickly with goals by the opposing team. read more

(Archive March 2016) Super Bowl 50: Game in Review – Broncos Defense Shines, Panthers Falter

By editorialteam on August 23, 2024

By Andrew Hoenig | Assistant Editor

Levi Stadium, Cali. – The Broncos earned their third Super Bowl trophy after the vaunted Denver defense did its job.

The Broncos defense was ferocious all season long with its consistent blitzing and stifling secondary play. The defense lead the way for the team, being 1st overall in yards allowed per game and pass yards allowed per game. The team was 4th in points allowed and 3rd in rush yards allowed. Stars like defensive ends Von Miller and DeMarcus Ware, cornerback Aqib Talib, and safety T.J. Ward highlighted the most fearsome group in the NFL this past year. Lead by their defensive coordinator Wade Phillips, who was in his first year with the team, the group grew into a powerhouse that stifled the likes of quarterbacks like Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers this season. read more

(Archive March 2016) New England Patriots: 2015 Season in Review

By editorialteam on August 22, 2024

By Andrew Hoenig | Assistant Editor

Despite numerous injuries, the Patriots prevailed against many odds this season.
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New England, U.S. – The Patriots 2015 season came to a close after the team fell to the eventual Super Bowl 50 champion Broncos in the AFC Championship game in Denver this year.

The game came down to some questionable decisions, poor offensive line play, and ultimately a failed two-point conversion that sent the Patriots home for good in a stunning 20-18 loss to the Peyton Manning-led Broncos with an attack dog defense.

The game ultimately highlighted the Patriots 2015 campaign in the worst way. Head coach Bill Belichick elected to not kick a field goal late in the game that may have actually allowed them to win the game. This was one of the things that surprisingly plagued the Patriots in the second half of the season. Belichick is widely regarded around the NFL and by fans as one of, if not the best coach to ever coach the game; but this year he seemed to get in his own way a little bit. After key injuries to many of the Patriots players, especially on the offensive side of the ball, Belichick made some questionable decisions against the division rival Jets and Dolphins in the final two games that may have cost the Patriots a chance to play at home in the AFC Championship once again for the 6^th time under the head coach. read more

(Archive November 2007) Intramural Sports Being Offered at the Mount

By editorialteam on July 10, 2024

A new Intramural Sports Program is being developed at the Mount and will be taking place at the Fitness and Wellness Center. A gym membership is not needed to participate. This is a noncommittal program so students can show up as often as they want. Currently the weekly time slot for activities is Wednesdays 11:40am to 12:30pm, with an option to stay until 1pm.

A variety of sport and physical activities will be available including basketball, soccer and volleyball. The program is still in development and is seeking ideas from the students to further improve it. There are plans in work for a 3 on 3 basketball tournament. Interested individuals or teams can stop by or call for sign-up information. The deadline to sign up for the tournament will be November 13th. Paula Richard will be available to speak with students about the program in her office, room 149 on most Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11am to 2pm, or she can be reached via telephone at 978-630-9349. read more

(Archive November 2007) Celtics Going for Banner

By editorialteam on July 10, 2024

By John Roche | Observer Contributor

The Boston Celtics have had their good seasons and their bad. The most memorable seasons were produced while under the direction of coaching guru Red Auerbach. The Celtics produced three dynasties winning 16 World Titles from 1957 to 1986 with eight of the sixteen being consecutive wins. However, in the years following, not as many positive things can be said about the Boston Celtics. The last glimpse of hope came in 2002 when they made an appearance in the Eastern Conference Finals. Although, there has been much talk of the 07’-08’ team bringing home another banner. With this being said, one must wonder what happened to the glory days? What brought upon such a downfall and could this year really be a banner year? read more

(Archive November 2007) The Bruins May Have a Shot

By editorialteam on July 10, 2024

By Sean Reardon | Observer Contributor

The Boston Bruins of the National Hockey League have not been a good team for the last few years, but with a new goaltender and an improved offense and defense from last year, this team has a good shot at making the playoffs this year.

The Bruins have not qualified for postseason play the last two seasons and have finished in the basement of the division. Over the last few years, the coaching and front office of the team have been looking for all the right players to fit their system and this year, it looks like they really have the right players. read more

(Archive November 2007) A Great End to a Great Season

By editorialteam on July 10, 2024

The Red Sox Route to Victory

The Red Sox, who led all major league teams with a 96-66 record, advanced to the World Series for the first time since they broke the curse of the Bambino in 2004. Similar to 2004, when they made the greatest comeback in MLB history by coming back from a 3 game deficit to the New York Yankees to win the series 4-3 and sweep the Cardinals in the World Series, the Red Sox came back from being down 3 games to 1 to beat the Cleveland Indians and swept the Colorado Rockies in the World Series.

Josh Beckett who had the best record in all of baseball (20-7) had his worst game of the season against the Colorado Rockies back in June. After coming off two great starts to help the Red Sox beat the Indians, and being crowned ALCS MVP, Beckett won his fourth game of the playoffs by beating Jeff Francis (17-9) in game 1 of the World Series by a score of 13-1. Beckett pitched 7 strong innings while allowing only 1 run. read more

(Archive March 2006) Rough Road Ahead for Red Sox

By editorialteam on June 26, 2024

By J.D. Potvin

This upcoming season should be a very exciting one for the Red Sox. With many fresh faces and returning stars they should be looking forward to an interesting season. It will not be a walk in the park for our Sox, however. This season may prove to be one of the most competitive ever. With the former beloved center fielder Johnny Damon traded to the evil empire, Manny continuing to be Manny, and 5 new starters in the field, the chemistry may be a little off. However, they perhaps have the best infield in the league and their hitting is more than likely going to be solid. The only wild card will be the rotation. With the unpredictability of Keith Foulke after his surgery last year and with Curt Schilling continuing to grow older, some of the burden will fall on the young pitchers, Papelbaun and DiNardo, to step up to the plate. This may not be all that unreasonable, considering how effective they were towards the end of the season last year. The rest of the burden will fall on the rotation, which last season was 70-42, and the bullpen, which last season had a combined 3.38 ERA. read more

(Archive March 2017) Biggest Questions Going Into the Regular Season for the Red Sox

By editorialteam on March 7, 2017

By Nick Cherico | Observer Contributor

Pitchers and catchers reported for their first workouts on February 14th, marking the official beginning of a new baseball season. After their early exit in the 2016 playoffs and David Ortiz going into retirement, this Red Sox team faces plenty of questions heading into the new league year.

Who is going to start at third base?

Last year for the Red Sox third base was a revolving door. They never had a true every day starter. This is mainly due to the injury of Pablo Sandoval early in the year. After the Red Sox traded who many people thought would be their future third baseman in Yoan Moncada and one of their more versatile infielders in Travis Shaw, this spot is going continue to be a question mark for Boston. read more

(Archive March 2017) NCAA March Madness 2017: Who to Watch For.

By editorialteam on March 6, 2017

By Nick Cherico | Observer Contributor

After a crazy tournament in 2016, we head into this year’s March Madness tournament expecting the same level of excitement. There is always that one Cinderella team in the first round or two that completely busts everyone’s bracket and make things crazy. Expect to see the same thing this year along with plenty more upsets, buzzer beaters, blowouts, and early exits for top seeds.

Last year we saw the Villanova Wildcats silence all of their doubters and win the National Title for the first time since 1985. It was truly something special considering they play in one of the weakest conferences in Division I basketball and nobody thought they could do it. The one team that resembles them the most this year would be Gonzaga. read more