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The art behind athletic recruiting

The art behind athletic recruiting

Jake Mcmahon November 18, 2017

One of the many facets that play into success in college athletics is recruiting: when the schools persuade athletes to join their programs. The process is expansive, as the development of these relationships...

Ryan Richardson puts up a great block.(Tony Post, The SignPost)

’Cats soar over Eagles in 110–45 win

Jake Mcmahon November 17, 2017

In a game designed to provide valuable minutes and experience to younger players on the team, the Weber State University’s men’s basketball team outscored the Eagles of West Coast Baptist College...

Wildcats outlast Utah State in opening-night rout

Wildcats outlast Utah State in opening-night rout

Jake Mcmahon November 13, 2017

The Weber State University men’s basketball team outlasted their in-state rival Aggies of Utah State University on opening night, beating them 65–59 to kick off the 2017-18 season. After grabbing...

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The real world of athletic scholarships

Jake Mcmahon November 1, 2017

Like traditional students, high school athletes are faced with the task of seeking scholarship opportunities in order to make attending college more affordable. The work to fund and offer the sought-after...

International students vying for the ball during the tournament. (Joshua Wineholt / The Signpost)

International students get together and kick it

Jake Mcmahon October 18, 2017

When studying abroad and moving to the United States from a different country, international students might agree on one central thing that aids in the transition: soccer or “futbol.”Students...

Homecoming domination: ’Cats rush into history

Homecoming domination: ’Cats rush into history

Jake Mcmahon September 24, 2017

On a dark and gloomy Saturday night, the Wildcats of Weber State University were anything but glum, overwhelming the UC Davis Aggies 41–3 on homecoming night and making history in the process. The...

Middle-blocker Aubrey Saunders jumps to spike against the Aggies. (Joshua Wineholt / The Signpost)

Wildcats fall to Aggies, overpower Wolverines

Jake Mcmahon September 15, 2017

In their home opener on Sept. 12, the Weber State University volleyball team lost 3–0 to Utah State University. The next night the Wildcats were able to rebound with a 3–1 victory over Utah...

Wildcats waiting to make their way onto the field. (Joshua Wineholt / The Signpost)

Weekly Wildcat Sporting Events

Jake Mcmahon September 14, 2017

With fall semester finally here, students have the opportunity to witness many Wildcat athletes in action. Whether it is Women’s Soccer showing no fear in taking on the Bruins of UCLA who are currently...

Explore the outdoors with Campus Recreation

Explore the outdoors with Campus Recreation

Jake Mcmahon August 31, 2017

With classes back in session and the rigors of homework and studying weighing on the shoulders of students, some feel like they already need to escape. Weber State University's Campus Recreation program...

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Weber State spins “hole-in-one” with disc golf course

Jake Mcmahon August 27, 2017

In an effort to bring the community together and inspire outdoor activity, a unique addition to Weber State’s campus is in the works: a disc golf course. As a part of the preventative maintenance...

Coach Dan Walker calls it a day

Coach Dan Walker calls it a day

Jake Mcmahon July 25, 2017

After working diligently at the same thing for 33 years, it’s not uncommon to achieve a level of mastery. Weber State University track and field coach and director Dan Walker, the master himself,...

Floyd Mayweather Jr. weighs in at 146 pounds a day before he fights Manny Pacquiao for the Welterweight title at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Friday, May 1, 2015. (Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

Money vs. notoriety: What is this fight all about?

Jake Mcmahon July 25, 2017

The impenetrable defense or the unstoppable force — when all is said and done, which one will reign victorious? Floyd “Money” Mayweather Jr., who has never lost a fight as a professional...

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