With the stroke of a pen Thursday afternoon, Paraguayan midfielder Miguel ‘Miggy’ Almirón sealed his return to Atlanta United after a six-year stint with English giants Newcastle United. On paper, the Five Stripes are signing a dynamic, diligent midfielder with buckets of English Premier League experience, but — let me assure you — to our city’s vibrant soccer community, this … [Read more...] about Almirón Atlanta reunion: more than a player
Walker, GTSAAB work to improve Tech life
Students at Tech deal with challenges everyday, from studying for the next exam to connecting with friends, but student-athletes face those same challenges while also balancing a practice schedule and navigating the fast-changing environment of collegiate sports. The Georgia Tech Student-Athlete Advisory Board (GTSAAB) looks to represent athletes at Tech while also developing … [Read more...] about Walker, GTSAAB work to improve Tech life
Dream sign Griner, WNBA free agency frenzy
The WNBA offseason officially began on Feb. 1 when players were allowed to sign new contracts, and many stars have found new homes. From the Connecticut Sun losing their entire starting lineup to the Las Vegas Aces sending star Kelsey Plum away in a trade with the Los Angeles Sparks, the WNBA has had a chaotic offseason. These signings come in primarily one-year deals as the … [Read more...] about Dream sign Griner, WNBA free agency frenzy
Baseball season starts off with anticipation
Following a heartbreaking NCAA Regional extra-innings exit in Athens, Ga. to u[sic]GA last May, the Jackets coaching staff and players worked hard throughout the offseason to prepare for a deeper postseason run. While much of the hype surrounds sophomore center fielder Drew Burress because of his stellar play last year, nearly breaking the single season home run record and … [Read more...] about Baseball season starts off with anticipation
Jackets tennis sweeps Panthers at home
Tech tennis returned to Atlanta after splitting matches at the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) Championship to host the Georgia State University (GSU) Panthers. The Jackets have not lost to the Panthers in their annual match since its inauguration in 2015. This year was no different. Doubles play featured the ranked duos of No. 19 junior Christophe Clement and … [Read more...] about Jackets tennis sweeps Panthers at home