Tag: sports

QB John Bachus named OVC Newcomer of the Week

Following UTM’s 40-7 rout of Murray State (MSU) on Saturday, Sept. 28, redshirt freshman quarterback (QB) John Bachus III has been named Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) “Newcomer of the Week.” The Pulaski native took control of UTM’s offense as the starting QB and played a key factor in securing UTM’s first conference win of the… Continue reading QB John Bachus named OVC Newcomer of the Week

Skyhawks fall short of comeback against SIU

The Skyhawks clawed their way out of a 0-2 deficit to force a fifth inning, but UTM failed to close the game and lost 2-3. Junior middle blocker Justine Walker and sophomore outside hitter (OH) Logan Wallick paced the Skyhawks in kills with 12 each. Walker hit .500, with only one attack error in 20… Continue reading Skyhawks fall short of comeback against SIU

Skyhawks look to kill slow start in Starkville

The Skyhawk soccer squad has gotten off to a slow start this season, going 0-1-2 following their initial win against Arkansas State prior to their SEC matchup against Mississippi State (MSU). Going into their first game of this week on Sept. 1 against Western Carolina, the Skyhawks came off a 0-0-2 week following stalemates against… Continue reading Skyhawks look to kill slow start in Starkville

Undefeated Skyhawks and Gators meet in Florida

The UTM Skyhawk football team opened their 2019 season against the Northwestern State Demons at home on Aug. 29 and snagged the first win of the 2019 season. The Skyhawks found themselves down 14-20 at halftime, but a second half rally led to a 42-20 comeback victory. The UTM offense was led by rusher Peyton… Continue reading Undefeated Skyhawks and Gators meet in Florida

West Tennessee, more than just farm land

As all the residents of Martin know, sometimes it can be hard to find fun things to do in your off time from classes and work. The purpose of this article is to shine a light on some interesting things to do in this area that won’t cost an arm and a leg. Regardless of… Continue reading West Tennessee, more than just farm land

NFL Fieldhouse (2019): Week 13

Week 13 kicked off with a bang as the NFL’s hottest team, the New Orleans Saints, traveling to the heart of Dallas to duel the NFC-leading Cowboys on Thursday Night Football. Former Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman had some opinions to voice about his former team and former Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt… Continue reading NFL Fieldhouse (2019): Week 13

Women’s basketball looking merry thus far

UTM women’s basketball is eight games into their season, and despite their most recent game being a loss, they’re on the right track for a good season. The team opened their season with back-to-back wins against Samford and Southern Illinois, before dropping their first game at Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis. They would pick… Continue reading Women’s basketball looking merry thus far

Whether big or small, know your college

UTM is the smallest school in the UT system in both campus size and student body. Even though a degree from UTM will say “The University of Tennessee” just like a degree from Chattanooga or Knoxville, the experiences students have over four years will differ greatly whether they’re a Moc, Vol or Skyhawk. Martin is… Continue reading Whether big or small, know your college

How sports can kill fans through emotion

Sports are interwoven into society not just in the United States, but all over the world. People attach themselves to sports teams for a variety of reasons, not just financially by buying merchandise or paying to go to games, but also emotionally. When we root for a sports team, we’re emotionally attaching ourselves to their… Continue reading How sports can kill fans through emotion