Sports

Butler vs. Indiana: What you need to know

In Butler’s second game back from a 20-day pause due to COVID-19, the Bulldogs square off with in-state rival Indiana at the 2020 Crossroads Classic.
Through injury and tragedy, Claire Gilliland persists

Gilliland intends on making a return to softball — she’s harbored the dream since she was a little girl. Back then, she made a promise pact with her brother that one day, she was going to grow up and make the All-Big East Team before graduating college.
Meet the student behind Butler Basketball’s popular graphic designs

“Lane continues to find passion for his future career: he is always looking to improve his craft, while also critiquing his work to make sure he meets the standards he sets for himself.”
Finding her strength: The story of Okako Adika

After migrating from the Congo to Denmark at age 5 and from Denmark to Texas at age 18, Okako Adika is trying to make an impact at Butler.
Top Butler Athletics’ sports moments of 2020

As the last issue of this cursed year, these are the top Butler sports’ moments the Collegian has covered.
OT: NFL midseason tiers

At the NFL’s midseason, the teams who will be battling for the Lombardi and those battling for the number one pick are becoming clear.
Week 9 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em

Pittsburgh Steeler Minkah Fitzpatrick celebrates after a play versus Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens. Jackson turns around to play yet another tough defense in the Indianapolis Colts. Photo courtesy of The New York Times. ETHAN POLAK | STAFF REPORTER | eapolak@butler.edu While there was plenty of hype headed into the trade deadline on Tuesday…
Club ultimate frisbee embraces new circumstances with a bright future ahead

Butler’s Club Ultimate Frisbee team has continued to offer their players a safe way to play the sport they love.
Big East announces preliminary season plans

Val Ackerman makes an announcement at a Big East press conference last year. The Big East is scheduled to resume conference play in mid-December. Photo courtesy of The Athletic. SPORTS EDITORIAL STAFF When the Big East Tournament was cancelled at halftime of a quarterfinal game between Creighton and St. John’s, few people knew when or…