If you have listened to Lee Ann Womack’s “I Hope You Dance,” you know that you should follow your dreams and have no regrets. Senior soccer players Liz Robinson, Rochelle Hickerson and Christi Brauer have done just that for the past four years. As these three ladies competed in the women’s soccer playoffs, they did…
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Finishing strong
Despite losing two of their games, Concordia’s football teams dedication and passion continuously shined throughout the seaon This year Concordia’s football team has continued to mirror the success of their previous seasons. The team has won eight games and had only two losses this year, a record that the team is not unfamiliar with, as…
The value of fans
Aside from providing Cobber athletes with much appreciated spirit boosters, fans enable players to realize they overcome hard times Home-court advantage is one thing sports statisticians cannot measure by numbers. This attribute of a crowd helps cheer a team on, ultimately having an impact on the final score. In their different sports, Concordia athletes appreciate…
Coming to an arena near you
This season Concordia’s winter athletes look forward to growing as a team and are excited to compete against fellow D-III institutions Winter is right around the corner, which means the cold weather is bound to arrive. Luckily for Cobber sports fans, Concordia’s winter athletes will give us something to enjoy in the winter. Beginning in…
Avoiding the winter bug
One thing that many college students struggle with is maintaining a healthy diet and finding ways to stay active during the colder seasons. While it can prove to be difficult, it is definitely do-able. One of the most manageable ways to staying healthy in winter is having a positive mindset. Many people may think that…
The formula of success
For the past couple of seasons, Concordia football has been moving in the right direction. And this year is no different. Currently the men are ranked number two in the Division III MIAC division. After last week’s homecoming win, the team is on pace for another great season. According to head coach, Terry Horan, each…
Keeping their eye on the prize
Despite losing some games, Concordia’s volleyball team is continuing to reach for this year’s MIAC championship Over the past decade, one word to describe Concordia’s volleyball team would be strong. They have gone to the NCAA national tournament almost every year since 2003, ranking in the top 25 in the country almost every year. This…
A journey begins with tryouts
With winter right around the corner, Concordia’s women’s basketball will be holding open tryouts in a few days. Concordia women are invited to participate in a practice drill with the team for a chance to play basketball for the program. Head coach, Jessica Rahman believes that most of the students who attend the open practice…
A shot in the right direction for the women’s soccer team
The ball is rolling in the right direction for the Cobber women’s soccer team this season. With a polished record of nine wins, one loss and a draw, the Cobbers are off to their best start since 2009. Now seated at second in MIAC standings, the Cobbers are currently riding an eight-game unbeaten streak and…
Soccer players find their identity
Strategic planning and teamwork enables Concordia’s men’s soccer team to make a positive turnaround during the current season Team identity is a hard characteristic to achieve. The Concordia’s men’s soccer team has been configuring their identity for the past two years. This process started in 2012 with the arrival of head coach Ben Schneweis. During…