By Britney Carter |Staff Writer| The weekend before Valentine’s Day, Middleborn showcased her talents to several coaches of the U.S. Olympic volleyball squad in hopes of making the team. Samantha Middleborn has been a key component to CSUSB’s volleyball team throughout her illustrious career. Her talents are innumerable, her potential is limitless and her passion is electrifying. After leading her team to an undefeated season and all the way to the final game in Nationals, many people wondered what would be next for Middleborn. Now we have learned that Middleborn plans on taking her talents to the London Olympics. Middleborn is currently a senior at CSUSB and has had an … [Read more...] about Middleborn aims for Olympics
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“In God We Trust:” a motto and an attitude
By Suanna Gutierrez |Staff Writer| The House of Representatives passed a bill last week to reaffirm the nation’s motto as the phrase “In God We Trust.” While this sparks many topics to debate, it is a bill that I can support through the constant downpour of issues that seem to overwhelmingly divide us as a nation. All religious, spiritual, ethical or semantic contention aside, it is an important phrase to instill as our nations motto. It is a moral identity that should be important to all of us as Americans to protect. The phrase “In God We Trust,” to me, is a part of the timeless and revolutionary structure of America. Many nations establish a state supported religion. In addition to … [Read more...] about “In God We Trust:” a motto and an attitude
They don’t seek perfection, they deliver it
By Eileen Gutierrez |Staff Writer| The Coyote volleyball team has made this a season to remember. They have gone undefeated so far this season, with a 24-0 record and a home winning streak of 55 games. The Coyotes recently clinched their sixth straight CCAA title, their ninth in the last 11 years. The team clinched the title with their 3-0 win over No. 23, Sonoma State. The clinch only tells half the story of the remarkable season the Coyotes have had thus far. The girls have yet to lose a single game, having won 24 consecutive games. “Not the goal! We just want to win every time,” said Coach Cherniss when asked if about the undefeated season. Associate head coach, … [Read more...] about They don’t seek perfection, they deliver it
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By Eileen Gutierrez |Staff Writer| The Coyote volleyball team has made this a season to remember. They have gone undefeated so far this season, with a 24-0 record and a home winning streak of 55 games. The Coyotes recently clinched their sixth straight CCAA title, their ninth in the last 11 years. The team clinched the title with their 3-0 win over No. 23, Sonoma State. The clinch only tells half the story of the remarkable season the Coyotes have had thus far. The girls have yet to lose a single game, having won 24 consecutive games. “Not the goal! We just want to win every time,” said Coach Cherniss when asked about the undefeated season. Associate head coach, Danny … [Read more...] about Volleyball
Johnson drawn to winnding tradition
By Eileen Gutierrez |Staff Writer| Megan Johnson came to California from Arizona to be a part of a winning team. In the past four seasons, she has not only been a part of just that, but has played a monumental role in the successful volleyball program at CSUSB as well. Last year, Johnson ended her season by finishing in second place in the CCAA in hitting percentage with a percentage of .355. She also had 185 kills, 383 attacks, and only 49 errors. “Megan’s had a great career here all three years,” said Kim Cherniss, head volleyball coach at CSUSB. Johnson came to CSUSB to play volleyball after attending a team camp. “I fell in love with the coaching staff and the girls. I … [Read more...] about Johnson drawn to winnding tradition
The ‘middle’ is Middleborn
By Brittany Filippini |Staff Writer| Samantha Middleborn, started her volleyball career late, but has blossomed into an outstanding player anyway. Middleborn did not begin her volleyball career until her sophomore year in high school. Her parents never really pushed her to play sports but they were supportive when she decided to get involved with volleyball. “I never played sports until high school and that was all on my own,” said Middleborn. She immediately fell in love with the sport. Even though her volleyball career did not start until she was in high school, she has made quite a name for herself. Middleborn has made her presence known on the volleyball court. She was … [Read more...] about The ‘middle’ is Middleborn