Community togetherness at SMC soccer tournament
David Yapkowitz
May 30, 2013
It may have been just a friendly competition, but don’t tell that to Tim Pierce. The former University of California, Los Angeles All-American and current head coach of the Santa Monica College men’s soccer team had his full arsenal on display Wednesday evening as a member of the SMC faculty... Read more »
Women’s soccer gears up for season
Aaron Lee
May 28, 2013
The weather reflected the mood of the team – just the right amount of sunshine, coupled with a gentle breeze that teases the hair and leaves the skin feeling refreshed. Matt Herold, assistant coach of the Santa Monica College women’s soccer team, had just put the team through several drills... Read more »
Golf tournament raises funds for athletic department
Elizabeth Moss
May 28, 2013
Arriving at the eighth hole, jokes were passed around. “If I win this hole, lunch is on me,” one golfer jested. He planted his feet on the green, grips his club, aims, hits. The ball made it ten feet from the hole. There was disappointment and anticipation as the next golfer lined... Read more »
Alfonso Medina: The Next Chapter
Trev Angone
May 28, 2013
Student Athlete of the Year might be a lifetime achievement for some people. It might signal the winding down of a dream that began during childhood. But for Weber State University quarterback Alfonso Medina, it is just the beginning. “I think winning [Student Athlete of the Year] is pretty crazy,”... Read more »
Student athletes honored at awards breakfast
David Yapkowitz
May 24, 2013
Santa Monica College hosted its annual Student Athletic Awards breakfast on Thursday morning, recognizing student athletes across the entire athletic department. Each student athlete is selected for an award, not only for their accomplishments in their particular sport, but for displaying high academic... Read more »
No warning shots
David Yapkowitz
May 24, 2013
I have become a very arrogant person throughout my life. I have been known to walk away and avoid certain debates because I do not want to embarrass people in public. I am prone to long rants and expletive laced tirades directed to my television and computer screen. The source of these narcissistic traits?... Read more »
LA Kings begin title defense
Eva Underwood
May 22, 2013
The Los Angeles Kings have begun their quest to defend the National Hockey League championship, in their third-consecutive postseason playoff appearance. There are those in the city who are hopeful that the Kings will repeat as champions. Former Kings player and current Kings commentator, Daryl Evans... Read more »
Working out could be wearing you down
Vanessa Barajas
May 21, 2013
Too much of a good thing could be damaging. While good health is heavily promoted to encourage being active and maintaining a healthy weight, there has not been much awareness of those who work out in excess, and how it can potentially cause negative effects on the body. Amanda Ebner, a personal trainer... Read more »
Chad Ochocinco and T.O. practice at SMC
Alex Vejar, Arts & Entertainment Editor
May 16, 2013
Former National Football League players Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Terrell Owens practiced with prospective athletes on the football field of Santa Monica College on Tuesday. Johnson was a student at SMCÂ from 1997 to 1999, and spoke to what it felt like to be back. “I’m back... Read more »
Playoffs a priority for men’s soccer
Trev Angone
May 14, 2013
In fall 2012, Santa Monica College fielded a men’s soccer team for the first time in over 20 years. The team narrowly missed the playoffs, and head coach Tim Pierce believes it was still successful. “For the first season, I think it went really well,” said Pierce. “We had a winning... Read more »
