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The Voice of Bates College Since 1873

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The Voice of Bates College Since 1873

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Amisha Kalra, a junior on the women’s golf team, shared her favorite products with staff writer Julia Bisson.

A Few of My Favorite Things with Amisha Kalra

Julia Bisson, Staff Writer September 12, 2021

Amisha Kalra is a junior from Milburn, New Jersey and has been a member of the women's golf team for three years. She is a sociology and environmental studies double major. Kalra shared some of her staples...

Michael Lopez, the Senior Director of Data and Analytics at the NFL, sat down with the Student to discuss the projects closer to his heart and how he hopes Bates students can get involved.

Michael Lopez ‘04 on the NFL, Data, and Bates

Ellie Wolfe, Editor-in-Chief September 12, 2021

When Michael Lopez ’04 was a student at Bates, having a career in analytics at a major sports league wasn’t an option.  “There weren’t careers and football data that existed, at least for folks...

 Coach Vari sat down with the Student to discuss his advice to student athletes and his favorite Commons meal, among other things.

10 Questions with Women’s Soccer Coach Vari

Archie Green Jr., Contributing Writer September 12, 2021

Joe Vari is the head coach of the women’s soccer team. According to the athletic department, “in 2019, Bates Director of Athletics Jason Fein announced the appointment of University of Puget Sound...

On left: Brendon Croteau, who previously played at the University of Southern Maine will take charge of the men’s golf program.

On right: Abby Spector, the new head coach of the women’s golf program, has a series of impressive credentials.

Bates Golf Makes Statement with New Hires

Quinn Troy, Staff Writer September 12, 2021

As Bates athletics attempt to regain a sense of normality that was lost to the COVID-19 pandemic, new golf hires Brendon Croteau and Abigail Spector hope to use their experience to bring growth and success...

Artist Lalo Alcaraz shared this cartoon to his Instagram with the caption "Simone Biles wins again!"

Using their Voices: Olympic Athletes are Speaking out

Eleanor Boyle, Community Outreach Coordinator August 4, 2021

The highly anticipated 2020 Olympic Games are almost finished, but the successes and messages of the athletes are not to be forgotten. Protesting was allowed by the International Olympic Committee (IOC)...

Head Football Coach Malik Hall will not Return to Program

Head Football Coach Malik Hall will not Return to Program

Ellie Wolfe, Editor-in-Chief July 27, 2021

In an email to the Athletic Department on Tuesday, Athletic Director Jason Fein announced that football Head Coach Malik Hall will not return to the team this fall. Effective immediately, Associate Head...

Men’s tennis demonstrated their resiliency after a tough outing the day prior at Trinity College (Note: photo taken prior to the COVID-19 pandemic)

Men’s Tennis sweeps, defeating Connecticut College 9-0

Ilana Zeilinger, Assistant Features Editor May 1, 2021

Traveling to New London, Conn., the men’s tennis team took to the courts for their third match of the season on Sunday, victoriously beating the Connecticut College Camels 9-0.  Just the day before,...

Rowan Hassman ’23 takes a final stride before toeing the line in her 1500m race.

Women’s Track & Field Comes Out with a Bang in First Outdoor Meet since 2019

Ilana Zeilinger, Assistant Features Editor May 1, 2021

It is hard to remember the last time the women’s track and field team put on their uniforms and hit the outdoor track. Over 13 months ago, on March 12, 2020 to be exact, the NCAA cancelled all winter...

Summer Dias ‘21 scored two of Bates’ five points and posted an assist in the game against Colby.

Women’s Lacrosse Plays No. 8 Colby Close, but Ultimately Fall 18-5

Ilana Zeilinger, Assistant Features Editor April 21, 2021

After a 13-month competition drought, women’s lacrosse headed to Waterville, Maine on Sunday to play in their first NESCAC game since March 7, 2020. The Bobcats had a close first half against eighth-ranked...

Bates athletes return to practice Wednesday and will compete this coming Sunday following 12 days of in-room quarantine.

Returning to Athletics Following Lockdown: A Gradual Process

Jackson Elkins April 14, 2021

After nearly two weeks in campus-wide lockdown due to the outbreak of COVID-19 on campus, Bates College is finally open again, and no one is more excited to resume normal life than the spring student-athletes....

Coach Aaron Rand’s impact extended far beyond Underhill Arena, having coached multiple sports across Maine.

Remembering Coach Aaron Rand

Liam Kelly, Contributing Writer March 24, 2021

Bates Men’s Club Hockey Coach, Aaron David Rand, passed away unexpectedly on March 5 due to injuries sustained in an accident. He was 51 years old. The 2021 hockey season would have been his third with...

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