Sports

After nearly three sport-less months, plans of beginning again still uncertain Just six months ago, at the turn of the decade, there was a lot to look forward to in the sports world. The end of dynasties, the rise of young stars and the unpredictability of who would leave their mark had fans excited about […]

Decision follows NCAA announcement allowing voluntary training starting June 1  On May 22, the NCAA announced it would allow voluntary activities to be held for Division I sports starting June 1. The announcement means that all Division I programs can now hold voluntary practices for eight hours each week. This expands on a previous NCAA […]

Countries across the globe provide glimpse of new reality for live sports As sports leagues in the U.S. begin to reveal plans for their potential return, professional  leagues across the world are providing the first glimpse into what could be the new reality for live sports amid the coronavirus pandemic.  Beginning in early May, South […]

As sports begin the process of returning, packed arenas aren’t coming with them There is nothing like walking into your favorite stadium or arena and feeling the tense atmosphere of competition. From the second the game starts to every exciting moment during it, being at a live sporting event is an experience that is nearly […]

USWNT continues to fight after court sides with U.S. Soccer Federation The U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team (USWNT) is continuing its fight against the U.S. Soccer Federation (USSF) following a federal judge’s decision to dismiss their equal pay claims.  The lawsuit, which asserts that USSF is in violation of both the Equal Pay Act and […]

Softball team discusses new training schedules, recruitment, team bonding  With the spring season of collegiate athletics canceled, teams and coaches have had to adjust their training strategies for a season where most players are scattered across the country — and the UC Davis Softball team is no exception. The team is currently unable to practice […]

Aggies discuss conference tournament cancellation, plans for future With the cancellation of this year’s Big West conference tournament, the UC Davis women’s basketball team has had to adjust to a season cut short. The team cruised through the regular season, winning their fourth consecutive conference championship and had been on its way to defend its […]

Board releases 31-page plan outlining recommendations for athletes, schools In October of 2019, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Board of Governors announced its decision to begin allowing student-athletes to be compensated for their own name, image or likeness (NIL). In the weeks and months that followed the announcement, many questions remained, including how to […]

Mayor Brett Lee explains necessary steps before process can begin  The Davis City Council is currently looking into the possibility of building a new sports complex. The council remains in the discussion stage on several aspects, such as location and most importantly, finding the funds to do so.  Davis Mayor Brett Lee explained the city […]

Event goes on despite heavy criticism, satisfies sports-hungered fans Advertised as one of the most stacked cards in recent history, UFC 249 brought an official end to the near two-month sports drought last saturday, amid the coronavirus pandemic.  After first trying relentlessly to make the event happen back on April 18, UFC president Dana White […]

“The Last Dance” inspires The Aggie to examine the GOAT debate Sports debates of all kinds seem to exist in a never-ending cycle. When it comes to the debate over the greatest player of all time, that cycle is even more incessant.  The GOAT (greatest of all time) debate is brought up every so often […]

Gunrock Gaming, Campus Recreation team up to bring Esports program to UC Davis In light of the recent shift to remote learning and the precautions taken to minimize social contact, UC Davis Campus Recreation made the decision to cancel all planned Spring Quarter intramural sports. In place of these activities, Campus Recreation has teamed up […]