By Abby Whelan, Banner Staff Going into the 2024 season, expectations for the Boston Red Sox were at an all-time low. The team had not made a playoff appearance since 2021, and they had lost notable players such as Xander Bogaerts, Alex Verdugo, and J.D. Martinez. However, even though they missed out on the American …
2024 Paris Paralympics Set a Gold Standard
By Charlotte Wheler, Contributing Writer The 2024 Paralympics, which took place in Paris two weeks after the Olympics ended, was an outstanding success. The Games featured 22 sports at iconic venues like the Eiffel Tower, Roland Garros, and the Château de Versailles. With 105 medals earned, the United States ranked third for the most …
New UEFA Champions League Format
By Anaya Raikar, Contributing Writer Most of the world’s elite soccer players display their talent in the top league of European soccer, the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA)Champions League. The Champions League features exciting fixtures from the top clubs of the premier domestic leagues in European countries, including the English Premier League, the Spanish …
(F)all Together Now – Community Curriculum Day: Bridging Divides and Exploring Politics
By Louisa Furman, Banner Staff On Tuesday, October 29, Winsor will forego classes and instead host Community Curriculum Day, an event to reflect on political issues and the upcoming presidential election. Rather than typical academic programming, the day will feature various activities aimed at raising political awareness and promoting respectful dialogue. Community Curriculum Day is …
Battle of the Quarterbacks: Brissett vs. Maye
By Cate Ewald, Contributing Writer The most heated debate of this football season is whether Jacoby Brissett or Drake Maye should start as the Patriots quarterback, arguably the most important position in the NFL. Although offensive coaches design plays, the quarterback ultimately makes the split-second decision about where the ball will go once it is …
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