Being a student athlete comes with a lot from practices, classes, and putting in extra work. However, the most important aspect is the daily nutrition of athletes. Survey results show that it is hard for some athletes to maintain the proper nutrition. At CSUSB, a large number of athletes eat at the cafe on campus, but they don’t seem to be picking the healthiest options. It is important for athletes to eat so their performance on the field or court can be optimal. The survey shows that more than 55% believe their diet has an impact on their performance. The way in which you eat as a student athlete can help take your performance to the next level or hold you back from reaching your … [Read more...] about Maintaining a healthy diet as a student athlete
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Player of the week: Taylor Statham
By Jacques Lee |Staff Writer| Hard work and the desire to win can be easily seen on the basketball court by Taylor Statham, but behind the face of the fierce warrior is a humble young man. Statham, a 22-year-old Los Angeles, California native is in his senior year and captain of the 2014-2015 men's basketball team. After graduating Golden Valley High School in Santa Clarita, Statham attended Cal Baptist University on a full basketball scholarship. After a year of playing with the Lancers, Statham transferred to CSUSB feeling it would offer him an opportunity to play more minutes per game. When asked about the transition from the Lancers to the Coyotes, Statham said, "It was … [Read more...] about Player of the week: Taylor Statham