The Star-Spangled Banner

Step by step we lined up and walked to the center of the field, all around us the sound of the Olympic music played. I felt as if nobody could touch us, we were on top of the world. Then, we stood proud, hand over our hearts as the National Anthem played and as the last words of the song came to a close, reality returned, nerves overtook me and the butterflies trying to escape from my stomach. For one last time we huddled as a team and yelled, “Cyclones!” As we will face many different…

Should the Lambeau Leap be banned? The Lambeau Leap began on December 26, 1993 (Chris Chase). LeRoy Butler (former Green Bay Packer) forces a fumble, picks up the ball and runs a touchdown for twenty-five yards (Chris Chase). With excitement, LeRoy Butler leaps into the arms of happy Green Bay Packer fans at Lambeau Stadium. From this moment, the tradition of The Lambeau Leap starts (Chris Chase). This tradition allows Packer fans to interact with the player who fight each and every Sunday…

Our Flag Have you ever put deep thought into something that seemed so simple? The 13 red and white stripes, and 50 white stars outlined in blue are truly more than a piece of cloth. The United States Flag is a beautiful symbol of America. When I glance at the American flag, the feeling of pride fills my body. I am very proud to live in America, where our soldiers fought proudly with the flag by their side. I am proud to be able to gaze at the symbol of the United States every day, and remember…

Did you know NFL players are not standing for the national anthem? NFL player Colin Kaepernick did not stand for the national anthem and then more players started to sit for the national anthem. Nfl players should stand for every game it is said or sang. The reason I say this is it is this is an opportunity you have here in the U.S that no other country has. When you and I stand for the anthem we are honouring those who fight for everyone's freedom,independence, and rights we have in this…

The past is the time that has already occurred, which, for thousands of years, has been recorded in unalterable records. Some groups have acquired enough power to change these records. In George Orwell’s 1984, a government group called the Party uses the history altering power control the people of Oceania. A recent scandal at Penn State University caused the N.C.A.A. to decide to annul the records of the school’s football team and coach Joe Paterno from years 1998 to 2011. This is seen as a…

The Mismeasure of Enumerative Discourses of the NFL Draft This paper explores the unending idealization and admiration of the male athletic body. The measurements and athletic male body of NFL athletes, encompassing the NFL draft, are meticulously examined. Oates and Durham elucidated the three principle topics in the verbose development of the NFL athlete’s bodies. They also further explained the objectification of the male body and it’s presence due to the white supremacy in the NFL. These…

In 2012, former Ohio State third string quarterback Cardale Jones tweeted out his frustration with having to attend classes. "Why should we have to go to class if we came here to play FOOTBALL, we ain't come to play SCHOOL classes are POINTLESS." – Cardale Jones The tweet received negative backlash as Jones was seen as yet another irresponsible college football player misusing his opportunity. However, the biggest issue with Jones’ tweets is that he just may be right. No athlete college…

day without hearing another tragedy within the black community appear on the news. The fight to end racial inequality seems everlasting, many people are tired of it, and not just average black citizens, even the celebrities. Many African American stars are too scared of the media’s reaction to voice their opinions. However, Colin Kaepernick, quarterback of the San Francisco 49ers, is one of the few African American celebrities who did not hold back what was on their mind. Before the start of a…

Every morning I place my right hand over my heart and recite the pledge of allegiance. I stand tall at any sporting event and proudly gaze at the American Flag during the National Anthem. I am educated on current events along with the election that will take place this November. I do not believe in blue lives matter or black lives matter, but I do believe in ALL lives matter. I respect my elders, teachers, parents, abiding students, and all of my fellow citizens. I am proud to say that I am a…

It is well known that many people are displeased with Donald Trump Presidency. Many celebrities/entertainers have spoken out against the President, indeed, they used platforms such as Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Journalism, YouTube, awards show, shows to express their dislike of him. Others have chosen to make fun of him through parody videos, memes. However, Eminem chose to vocal his dislike of the president in an original way, he dedicated a 5 minutes’ video to Donald Trump Bashing.…