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Lipscomb’s virtual gridiron: EA sports college football and NIL brings the Bisons to life
As a new college football season kicks off, Lipscomb University remains without a football team, but fans of the sport have plenty to cheer about: a beloved piece of college sports culture made its long-awaited return this summer. The College Football video game franchise, popularized by EA Sports’ NCAA Football series, holds a special place in the hearts of sports gamers. Spanning over two decades, the series became a cultural phenomenon, capturing the excitement, pageantry, and strategic depth of college football. More than just a game, NCAA Football was a cornerstone of college sports culture. For many, each summer’s release was an event, offering players the chance to guide their…
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Fueling athletic fire: pre-workout supplements’ influence on performance
In the world of fitness, many athletes have turned to pre-workout supplements to help give them an extra boost before a workout or big competition. Runners are one specific group of athletes who look to use stimulants like caffeine or pre-workout to get an edge in performance are runners. Two runners from Lipscomb University have set out to study the effectiveness firsthand. These supplements, designed to be taken before exercise, are praised for their ability to provide increased energy, focus, and endurance during workouts. Pre-workout supplements typically contain a blend of ingredients aimed at boosting physical and mental performance Common components include caffeine, which is known to enhance alertness and…
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Lipscomb Missions provides life-changing opportunities for students
Lipscomb University’s spring mission trips aren’t just about ticking off a service requirement box or earning extracurricular credits. They’re about diving headfirst into a world of experiences that leave students forever changed, opening their eyes to the complexities of humanity and the power of connection. Take Jackson Head, a sophomore molecular biology major from Nashville. He found himself far from the familiar streets of home, immersed in the vibrant culture of Guatemala on a medical and dental mission trip to Coban. Amidst the hustle and bustle of providing care, Jackson formed an unexpected bond with Elmer, a laid-back 14-year-old local. Their friendship transcended language barriers, built on shared smiles, games,…
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Black Fashion Night Celebrates History and Trends at Lipscomb University
Lipscomb University’s Black Student Association (BSA) is gearing up to host a captivating event, Black Fashion Night, to commemorate Black History Month. The event, which was held on Feb. 21 at Ezell Chapel, promised to be a vibrant showcase of black fashion spanning from the 1950s to the 2000s. In preparation for Black Fashion Night, the research conducted by freshmen fashion majors, Kayna Bowman and Arianna Miller, unearthed significant insights into the history of black fashion. Their diligent efforts shed light on the contributions of pioneering designers and iconic trends that have shaped the industry. During my conversation with Saxon Brown, the Vice President of BSA, he underscored the significance…
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Endurance Unleashed: Lipscomb Graduates’ Enerza Redefines Pre-Workout
In the world of athletic performance, two ambitious Lipscomb University alumni have emerged as trailblazers, channeling their passion for fitness into a groundbreaking venture known as Enerza. Fueled by their passion for endurance sports, the innovative minds of graduate student Nick Regas and alumnus, Grant O’Callaghan, are rewriting the playbook on pre-workout supplements, specifically tailored to propel long-distance athletes to new heights. From many different prototypes, failures, and eventual successes, the co-founders of Enerza are on a mission to redefine the limits of athletic achievement. According to its website, “Enerza is a first-of-its-kind pre-workout supplement, which transforms a product typically used in gyms for lifters into a formula optimized for…
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Lipscomb women’s cross-country: The quiet making of a dynasty
At Lipscomb, the growing success of men’s soccer and the longtime strength of basketball have brought money and recognition to the University. But what about the sports that don’t necessarily draw crowds or make money? The so-called non-revenue sports? Fueled by recent success, the Lady Bisons cross-country team is looking to break a norm and get its taste of recognition. If you haven’t been paying attention, the Bison women have been rewriting chapters in school record books every meet for the past two years. It has won the last two Atlantic Sun cross-country championships, completing the 2023 edition with a perfect score (meaning its runners were the first five finishers…
