Priscilla Gonzales finds groove
Tony D’Angelo
Contributing Writer
Florida Southern’s Softball program is rolling in the right direction, having won 12 straight, and 17 of their first 24 games.
Many players deserve credit for this quick start to the season, none...
Top-seeded Moccassins come up just short in quest for national tournament
Florida Southern’s quest for a National Championship ended early at home in a 98-95 loss to Tuskegee, despite a record setting performance by Junior Guard Kevin Capers.
Capers scored the second most points in school...
Strong performance at Matlock Invitational preps Mocs for Sunshine State Conference
Alex Sessums
Staff Writer
The men’s golf team is heading into the pinnacle of the spring portion of their season and the upcoming Sunshine State Conference Championship with high hopes.
After a high placing at the 33rd...
Hammerer named favorite for preseason goalie honor for second season
David Tomchinsky
Contributing Writer
Senior Katie Hammerer has earned numerous honors and awards during her time as goalie for the women’s lacrosse team. Before her final season, she has been named a favorite to win the...
Major league sports and homosexuals: A changing cultural perception
Justin Richards
Contributing Writer
Defensive End Michael Sam will become the first openly gay NFL draft pick.
In doing so, Sam has changed the identity of team sports for years to come.
The former Missouri Tiger, expected to be...
Moc makes it to German national lacrosse team
Senior Chris Murphy was selected to be part of a German National lacrosse team.
According to Murphy, the German coach contacted Marty Ward, head coach of the lacrosse team, over the summer to invit Murphy...
Men’s Swim team SSC Champions for second year
The men’s swim team became SSC champions for the second year in a row.
“It feels really good to repeat what we did last year,” Captain Allan Gutierrez said.
Gutierrez said that last year a lot...
Men’s basketball coach recognized as coach of the month for January
Rachel Rodgers
Staff Writer
Linc Darner, head coach of men’s basketball, won the January Coach of the Month honor from the Division II Bulletin.
He won this award after leading the No. 2 ranked Mocs to a...
Baseball team: It’s all about chemistry
The men’s baseball team added 19 members to the team, some of which are transfers from Division I according to Head Coach Lance Niekro.
There will be 25 home games for this season.
“I expect us...
The Chuck Norris of Florida Southern
Tony D’Angelo
Coontributing Writer
Critics agree John Napier and Chuck Norris have many similarities. Yet, not even Norris can claim status as both an Olympian and combat-tested soldier.
With the Sochi Olympics in progress, Napier will be...
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How students can get more involved in the Lakeland community
Angela RevelsStaff Writer
One of Lakeland’s greatest assets is its strong sense of community. Whether someone is interested in volunteering for local organizations, joining community...
Where jobs are a pleasure: FSC alumni working for Publix
It’s hard to escape the Publix identity in Polk County, especially at Florida Southern. Our field house, green and sophomore men’s dorms are named after Publix founder George W. Jenkins. The Greek suites, formally known as the Publix Charities Commons, are funded by its namesake. Students will work at their stores after classes, and their headquarters reside in the big glass building by the local airport.
Mocs earn runner-up in the AVCA Small College Championships bronze bracket
To close the beach volleyball season, the Mocs competed in the AVCA Small College Championships at Hickory Point Beach in Tavares, Florida April 12-14. The team matched-up against six schools throughout the tournament as the No. 10 seed in Pool B. They started third out of four in their pool.
Swan City takes on the Swan Derby for it’s 17th anniversary
On April 26, Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine (LVIM) will be hosting their 17th annual Swan Derby on Lake Mirror in downtown Lakeland. This event is free admission and runs from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., consisting of three swan boat races, a fireworks show and much more.
Freshman wins full-ride scholarship from Moccasin Battalion
The Army Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) at Florida Southern College is one of the top-rated ROTC programs in the Southeastern United States. The Moccasin Battalion has consistently ranked in the top 10% of ROTC programs by summer training evaluations. Alumni of the Moccasin Battalion include multiple general officers, several members of the FSC Board of Trustees and leaders around the globe.