covid

Meanwhile in Sparta: School unveils new state-of-the art mask design

September 17, 2020 Sam Stroud

Sam Stroud Opinion Editor Several studies recently have suggested that not all masks are universally effective against COVID-19, certain designs appear to have specific levels of effectiveness. Coupling this knowledge with a new scientific data, which suggests that COVID-19 can be transmitted through the eyes, has forced Sparta University to reconsider its current mask mandate. With Read More

Sports are back: a fan’s perspective

September 9, 2020 Sports

Wesley Kirchharr Staff Writer As the ever-changing landscape of college sports evolves by the hour, fans across the country are gearing for the start of college football. Many teams have already started play, while many others pledge to never begin, making for a true roller coaster of a season. Troy’s biggest rival, South Alabama, handed Southern Read More

Troy season opener postponed after ULM COVID outbreak

August 27, 2020August 27, 2020 Wesley Kirchharr

Troy football’s originally scheduled home opener against the Warhawks of Louisiana-Monroe has been postponed after a COVID outbreak among the ULM players. The Sept. 5 Sun Belt matchup has been moved to Dec. 5. Troy Director of Athletics Brent Jones and Troy Head Football Coach Chip Lindsey have been in contact with ULM’s Director of Athletics Read More