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NFL and NFLPA investigating into handling of Tua Tagovailoa concussion

NFL and NFLPA investigating into handling of Tua Tagovailoa concussion

(Photo courtesy of SBNation.com) “Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa.” Tanner Hume Connector Editor On Sunday, September 25th, 2022, Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa was hit hard by Bills linebacker Matt Milano. He got up fine at first but as he walked forward, he collapsed down to the field and had to be held up by his

NFL Week Three Recap: Patriots fall short to Ravens after hard-fought game

(Photo courtesy of Baltimore Sports and Life) “Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson rushes past Patriots defenders.” Tanner Hume Connector Editor Week three was filled with games that saw teams win, even though they probably should not have. But nonetheless, here is the weekly review. Steelers: 17 (1-2), Browns: 29 (2-1): Steelers, what was that? All we

River Hawks blowout St. Lawrence Saints in dominant season opener

(Photo courtesy of the Lowell Sun) “River Hawks forward Brian Chambers celebrares his goal while UMass Lowell fans cheer.” Andrew Wilcox Connector Editor This homecoming, UMass Lowell took their first victory of the new hockey season against the St. Lawrence Saints with the final score being 4-0. River Hawks goaltender Gustavs Davis Grigals completed the

River Hawks field hockey continues dominant season despite loss to UMaine

(Photo courtesy of UMass Lowell Athletics) “UMaine midfielder Bhreagh Kennedy breaks for the ball while UMass Lowell back Alissia de Vries helps on defense.” Andrew Wilcox Connector Editor The River Hawks, after riding a scorching winning streak, fell short against UMaine on Friday, September 30th, being handed their first conference loss of the season. With

NFL Week Two Recap: Patriots defeat Steelers 17-14

(Photo courtesy of Patspulpit.com) “Running back Damien Harris charges past Steelers defenders.” Tanner Hume Connector Editor This week was filled with nothing but upsets and laughter. Unlike Week 1 this week featured teams showing their actual mediocrity and how inept they are. Here are the results from Week Two. Chargers: 24 (1-1), Chiefs: 27 (2-0):

Fight breaks out between wide receiver Mike Evans and cornerback Marshon Lattimore

(Photo courtesy of Bucswire.usatoday.com) “Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans grabs and pulls down Saints player during fight.” Shaan Baid Connector Contributor There is no football without drama and this takes the cake. As usual the NFL delivers with this latest altercation that occurred on Sunday in a Week 2 matchup between the New Orleans Saints

2022 Homecoming sports preview

(Photo courtesy of UMass Lowell Athletics) “UMass Lowell hockey players pose under blue light.” Steven O’Hara Connector Staff Another homecoming celebration, another exciting week of UMass Lowell sporting events. Starting on Friday, September 30th, UMass Lowell is showing off their athletic prowess for the whole week, ending on Saturday, October 8th. The River Hawks are

LeLacheur Park sold to UMass Lowell for one million dollars

(Photo courtesy of Eagletribune.com) “Sign of LeLacheur Park.” Jake Messer Connector Contributor This past summer, the city of Lowell approved the sale of LeLacheur Park to UMass Lowell for one million dollars. UMass Lowell is also expected to invest an additional three million dollars into the stadium to meet NCAA Division 1 stadium and facility