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Feb 27 2025EDUCATION

Sweat and Smarts: How Exercise Boosts Brainpower

A group of 569 college students were part of an experiment to see how different levels of aerobic exercise affected their ability to learn new things. They played basketball and badminton for 8 weeks, with some doing low-intensity and others doing moderate-intensity workouts. The goal was to see if

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Feb 26 2025SPORTS

Money Talks: The Truth About College Wrestling and Penn State

Bo Nickal, a well-known wrestler and UFC fighter, recently stirred up a storm with his comments about college wrestling recruitment. He claimed that wrestlers choose Penn State to win, while others go elsewhere for the money. This sparked a heated debate among fans and experts alike. Nickal's remar

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Feb 25 2025SPORTS

March Madness: The Women's Basketball Season Heats Up!

The women's college basketball season is in full swing, and the excitement is palpable. The latest AP Poll Top 25 rankings have been shaken up, with some unexpected results. The ACC saw a major upset last week, as Notre Dame, the top-ranked team, lost to NC State. This is the second week in a row wh

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Feb 22 2025SPORTS

Rivalry Renewed: Toledo Rockets vs. Bowling Green Falcons

Two Mid-American Conference teams, Toledo Rockets and Bowling Green Falcons, are set to face off in a repeat matchup. The Rockets, with a 16-10 overall record and 9-4 in conference play, are hosting the Falcons, who have a 10-16 overall record and 4-9 in conference play. The Rockets have a strong re

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Feb 20 2025SPORTS

College Football's Big Shake-Up: What's Next for the Playoff?

College Football's future is buzzing with change. Two major conferences, the SEC and Big Ten, are pushing for a new system called "straight seeding" in the College Football Playoff. This idea means that the top teams will be chosen based on their rankings, and the highest-ranked teams from each conf

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Feb 19 2025SPORTS

BYU's Big Night: Cougars Crush Kansas

The Cougars of BYU made a huge statement on Tuesday night, February 18, 2025. They dominated the Kansas Jayhawks, winning 91-57. This victory marked the first time Kevin Young, BYU's coach, has defeated a ranked team. The game was played at the Marriott Center in Provo, Utah. The Cougars started st

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Feb 19 2025SPORTS

College Football Playoff: A New Game Plan

Robert Griffin III recently spoke out against the idea of automatic bids for the SEC and Big Ten in the College Football Playoff expansion. He believes this move would prioritize money over the spirit of the game. Griffin is concerned that allowing these conferences four automatic bids each would de

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Feb 18 2025SPORTS

College Kid Scores Big: Beats NBA Star in Epic Shootout

Imagine this: an 18-year-old college kid, Jaren Barajas, steps onto the court at the NBA All-Star Game. He's not just there to watch; he's got a shot at $100, 000. His opponent? None other than Damian Lillard, a pro from the Milwaukee Bucks. The challenge was simple but intense. Barajas had

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Feb 18 2025SPORTS

Week 15 Wrap-Up: Big Wins and Ranking Shifts in College Hoops

College basketball fans had a thrilling weekend. Auburn and Alabama's intense matchup shook up the AP Poll. The top two teams faced off, and Auburn secured a 94-85 win, keeping their No. 1 spot. Johni Broome was a standout with 19 points, 14 rebounds, and six assists. Denver Jones and Miles Kelly al

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Feb 16 2025SPORTS

Hockey and Basketball Showdowns: St. Cloud's Big Night

The night of February 14th was a thrilling one for sports fans in the St. Cloud area. The ice was hot with intense hockey matches and the basketball courts were alive with exciting games. The women's hockey team from the College of St. Benedict pulled off an impressive victory. They defeated Au

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