By Sarah Turner, Sports editor It’s gameday in Central Alabama, a feeling like no other for student-athletes across the country. Donning purple and gold, the Falcons will take to the court to compete for their…
Student athlete spotlight: Alyssa Williams
By Xander Swain Alyssa Williams has been playing basketball for nearly 16 years, but to her, it's more than just a sport, it's a "source of release." More than that, basketball has also helped shape…
Student athletes advocate for mental health
By Xander Swain, Top sports reporter With the ongoing pandemic, and an increase in isolation, mental health has become an increasingly important issue for many. The issues and stigmas of mental health are widespread, but one of…
Woman’s basketball nationally ranked
By Xander Swain For the first time in 25 years, the Montevallo Women’s Basketball team is nationally ranked. Last month’s D2 Sports Information Directors Association Poll placed the women’s basketball team at number 23 in the nation,…
Freshman Eleanor Bruce makes UM debut
By Zoe Hall Originally from Toddington, England, freshman Eleanor Bruce grew up loving sports. “My Dad would take me and my sisters to watch professional league soccer on a weekly basis which I really enjoyed, and…
Esports has a strong start to spring semester
By Xander Swain As students begin to settle into the spring semester, spring athletics are finally getting their seasons started. Last semester, the Montevallo Esports team managed to make it to the Overwatch quarterfinals in the Peach…
COVID-19 challenges Purple and Gold Athletics
With College Night in season, Gold and Purple Side are looking at ways on how they will practice for the sports season. So far, both Sides have had to adjust due to COVID-19 but are making the most of…
Athlete spotlight: Men’s lacrosse player Dylan Witt
Dylan Witt originally started off playing football, but as he tried new sports, lacrosse became one of his life passions. He has been playing for eight years, and despite being a junior at Montevallo, he's still…