Even though season has just begun, the men on Concordia’s soccer team are aiming to get to this year’s MIAC playoffs. The team is currently 2-8-1. During the week from 5:15 p.m. – 7 p.m. the men are outside bonding as a team and toning their skills at practice for the upcoming games. According to…
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Cobbers hang onto coveted trophy another year
Along with a fourth consecutive win, the cobbers keep The Troll until they face off against St. Olaf next year The Cobbers are on a roll, taking down yet another team to put their record at four wins and zero losses for the 2013 season. On Saturday Sept. 28 they defeated St. John’s 24-14 at…
Athletic trainers and coaches take good care of athletes
Trainers and coaches understand both the physical and emotional stress injuries put on athletes Injuries can occur in a split second. Yet the process of physical healing can take many more months. On campus there are two full-time athletic trainers, one assistant athletic trainer and two graduate student assistants taking care of the injured Cobber…
Students enjoy unique athletic clubs
Every Sunday evening Olson Forum converts into a quidditch pitch. Yes, you heard that right; the game of quidditch is played on Concordia grounds. Despite not having flying brooms at hand, senior Justin Rodeberg explained how Concordia students play the wizard’s sport very similarly to how it is portrayed in the Harry Potter books. “Everyone…
Game-ready field takes work
Building Services works to make Concordia athletic facilities ready for game day Fans arrive at the entrance of Jake Christiansen Stadium decked out in maroon and gold. The stands are full of students, parents and alumni. The Cobber spirit is buzzing through the air. Everyone finds their place in the crowd and joins along in…
A spirited brotherhood
Cobber Nation more than guys getting together to paint themselves and do push-ups What started out as a floor-bonding experience has turned into a Concordia tradition. This year Cobber Nation has 16 participants, all of whom are looking forward to cheering our Cobbers toward the finish line. Despite Cobber Nation starting in Livedalen, several members…
Cobbers look to nature for sport
Half an hour before sunrise this Saturday the waterfowl season will open. Although hunting may not be the most followed sport on campus, there are Concordia students and faculty who are passionate about it. Concordia student Trent Peterson goes home to hunt every weekend he can. He makes sure to get home for every species…
Cobber dance team rebuilding
Losing senior members leaves Cobbers to look for new talent in the 2013-2014 season As last year came to a close, Concordia’s dance team lost several of their members due to graduation. Despite this disadvantage, the team is looking forward to the upcoming season. Their main mission is making it to nationals again in the…
Football season preview
The Concordia Cobber football team kicked off its season last Saturday against the University of Jamestown at Jake Christiansen Stadium in Moorhead. They came out ahead, defeating the Jimmies 39-14. The Cobbers are coming off of a 2012 season in which they posted an 8-2 record, finishing second in the MIAC Conference behind St. Thomas….
Cobbers find unique ways to stay active over summer
Most students use summer as a time to relax, earn a little extra cash, and reunite with family and friends back home. However, summer is also a great time to get outdoors and be active–such as these four Cobbers. Green Days Junior golf player Dana Meslow spent most of her summer at Indian Hills golf…









