The Truth About Junior College
Many student-athletes at MBU come from their own unique athletic background. One way that seems to be gaining more popularity as the price of college tuition rises is going to junior college first instead of a typical, four-year university. Alisse Koishor, a junior from Highland, Missouri, transferred to MBU from Kaskaskia College in Centralia, Illinois. […]
A Season of Firsts
The Missouri Baptist University men’s soccer closed out a record-breaking season by claiming the AMC conference title, winning 2-1 in overtime, for the first time in MBU history. Photo by John Wood After scoring the game-winning goal in overtime and ultimately leading the MBU men’s soccer team to the NAIA National Tournament, freshman Jona Oesterling […]
Studying Abroad Brings Spiritual Evolution and Maturity
It was one of the most difficult decisions I had ever made — or ever will make — moving from my home country Brazil to the United States of America in order to earn a college degree. Each day hope pushes back regret, and I look toward the future.
A Newly Discovered Passion
Getting involved in coaching has taught me to respect a different aspect of the game I have loved for so long. Since I began coaching in the fall of 2013, I have found that I am learning just as much from my players as they are from me.
The End of College: Life May Not Be as Relieving as You Think
Earning a college degree is indeed an achievement for all students, however, the end of college life may not be as relieving as we’d like to think. After all, the working world awaits and getting prepared for it is more difficult than ever. Especially if you are 2,500 miles from home.
Differences Between American and Brazilian Soccer
It’s not only about 11 vs. 11 players on the field chasing the ball trying to score a goal, as many people think it is. Soccer is history, philosophy, indeed, a life-changing sport. Every country has its own way to build up their histories. Brazil and the United States have different backgrounds regarding this passionate […]
Soccer, Survival of the Fittest
Soccer players are often labeled with the stereotype of being soft and weak, especially in America. The statistics of how physically demanding soccer is on the body compared to other sports may come as a shock to many. Photo provided by Pixabay
Is an MLS Team in St. Louis’ Future?
The departure of the St. Louis Rams has left a vacancy in professional sports here. The MLS would like to expand by bringing a team to St. Louis, but need an owner to jumpstart the operation.
Foreign Soccer Players Find New Home at MBU
Eight players from Norway, England, Brazil, Serbia and Colombia explain the differences they find between life in the American Midwest compared to life in their home countries. While they miss their homes, they are finding a sense of community on the MBU campus. Photo by Chad Otec Pictured (left to right) are Yuri Pecanha, Erick Ocampo, […]
Men’s Soccer vs. Lyon College
The Spartans defeated the No. 22 ranked Scots on Senior Day, a day filled with rain and gloomy weather. Photo by Ryan Rerich Tyler Lewis, freshman from Troy, Mo., scored a goal in the 87th minute which proved to be the game winner for the Spartans. The Spartans defeated Lyon 2-1 as the darkness crept on the […]