Athletes

US begins Olympic trials despite calls to cancel Tokyo games

US begins Olympic trials despite calls to cancel Tokyo games

As the COVID-19 vaccine rollouts continue, the sports world has turned its focus onto the 2021 Tokyo Olympic Games. Last year, the 2020 Olympic games were postponed until 2021 because of the pandemic. Since workout facilities had to shut down, the Olympic hopefuls needed to find a way to stay in shape. Some athletes were able to rely on home gyms, while others came up with creative alternatives depending on their sport. One climber made use of their kitchen and basement.

LLC for student athletes introduced

LLC for student athletes introduced

BY KASS LAWRENCE ’22

Student athletes and sports enthusiasts can opt to join the recently introduced Lyons’ Nation Living Learning Community in Torrey Hall starting next semester, when ResLife will introduce three new Living Learning Communities on campus.