Athletes and Coach of the year
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
April 19, 2013
Anytime a Trans Iowa Charter Bus pulls up and Grand View University is on the schedule, be ready for a battle. Viking Athletics is as strong as ever and is showing no signs of backing down. Six times, the Midwest Collegiate Conference Championship game included a team from Des Moines, and the... (more...)
From the sports editor 4/12
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
April 12, 2013
One hundred fifty-two- that’s the number of papers, stories and poems I’ve written over the last four years, or at least what I’ve saved. For some reason my hobbies include writing, and I’m actually planning to let my writing ability make me money. For 22 Fridays, in this exact spot,... (more...)
Nap time is over, it’s time to graduate
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
April 12, 2013
I’m three weeks away from being a college graduate, me, this guy, I can’t believe it. One of the biggest clichés of all time is how fast time goes. I remember when it was my freshman year of high school and one of the seniors told us to enjoy being freshmen because, before we know it,... (more...)
Baseball boys start conference at play 3-1
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
April 5, 2013
Coming off a 5-2 spring break trip to Arizona, the baseball players came back to the cold weather to continue their winning ways, winning three out of four against conference rival William Penn University. The Vikings currently have a record of 11-10 and a 3-1 record in conference. Lou Yacinich,... (more...)
Album Review: Wayne’s new album doesn’t fall flat
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
April 5, 2013
Lil Wayne put the skateboard down to release his 10th solo album, “I am not a Human Being II” last week. What “IANAHB” lacks in quality, it makes up for in quantity with 17 tracks; listeners definitely aren’t short changed when they pick this album up. The album opens with Wayne’s... (more...)
Appreciate how good our wrestling team is
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
March 8, 2013
Congrats to coach Nick Mitchell and the Viking wrestling team; all the hard work you guys put in paid off, again. Props go to Gustavo Martinez, Chad Lowman and Jimmie Schuessler for winning their first individual national championships and to Eric Thompson for winning his second individual... (more...)
From the sports editor…
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
March 8, 2013
February ended but March is here, I suppose that’s a fair trade. March Madness is set to begin; I’m going to be a millionaire. I understand for many of you, this year’s bracket could be tough to fill out, with the No. 1 team being Gonzaga and everything. I, however, know who the favorite... (more...)
From the sports editor 3/1
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
March 1, 2013
As Jim Ryan, a basketball coach from St. Louis, would say to me when I was younger, “Basketball is like poetry and the way basketball players move on the court is like Baryshnikov in shorts.” Last Friday, the show ended for the men’s basketball team. The 2012-2013 men’s basketball team... (more...)
Nationals here they come
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
March 1, 2013
Oops, they did it again. The women’s basketball team is the Midwest Collegiate Conference champion again; stop if you’ve heard this story before. With the score tied at 54, the Vikings used a 9-3 run in the final three minutes of Tuesday night’s championship game against St. Ambrose in... (more...)
Abusement Park wins intramurals
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
March 1, 2013
It took a pull-up jump shot from secondary education senior Josh Flaws with 13 seconds left to give the Abusement Park a 56-53 victory and the 2013 5-5 intramural Championship last Tuesday night in Sisam Arena. Flaws, who was interviewed in the Sept. 21st issue of The Grand Views saying, “My... (more...)
Guns still not okay
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
March 1, 2013
I’m the sports editor, so I’m going to stick to what I know and talk about sports. Indian Hills Community College, a community college in Ottumwa, about an hour outside of Des Moines, is known as a basketball hotbed for Division I schools. Most recently, Dwight Hardy, an alumnus of Indian... (more...)
Dance team shows talent at Spring Show
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
February 22, 2013
The 2013 competitive dance team held its Spring Show last Sunday in front of a crowd estimated at over 400 people in Sisam Arena. With more than 26 routines performed, the girls were able to perform one last time in front of their parents and fans before preparing for the National Dance Tournament... (more...)
Gun control, quit wasting time
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
February 15, 2013
I know I’m a little late on this subject but the gun control laws in this country aren’t getting the job done. After the Kansas City Chiefs player kills his girlfriend and himself in front of his head coach and then some nut shoots up an elementary school, I’m left to wonder why we even... (more...)
From the sports editor 2/15
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
February 15, 2013
With this Sunday being the 50th birthday of one Michael Jordan, this week seemed to bring up the quesiton of who’s the next “MJ.” With the way a certain Miami Heat player is performing, maybe he wants that title. Last week LeBron James put up video game-type numbers, averaging 30 points... (more...)
From the Sports Editor 2/8
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
February 8, 2013
What is the best sports movie of all time? Take a second; I realize how hard that question is to answer. I approach this dilemma like this, for each sport I have a different favorite movie and I do have multiple favorites for each sport. You know you do too. Movies that document a special player,... (more...)
From the sports editor 2/1
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
February 1, 2013
The greatest spectacle in sports will be televised this Sunday, no not Chris Paul’s Bowling Tournament on ESPN, the Super Bowl. Super Bowl Sunday is always a daylong event; the game is just a part of the festivities. Over 150 million people will be tuned in to CBS Sunday afternoon to watch... (more...)
Men’s volleyball sets sights on nationals
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
February 1, 2013
The men’s volleyball team enters its second season with a preseason top 10 ranking and high expectations even though this year’s team has 14 underclassmen on the roster. Donan Cruz, head coach for men’s volleyball, said, “Our first goal this year is to win our conference and most opinions... (more...)
Bauer honored for “Chris Street Award”
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
January 25, 2013
Last Saturday the members of the Iowa basketball program paid tribute to Chris Street, a potential NBA draft pick who was killed when a snowplow failed to stop and hit the car Street was driving. It was days before Iowa was scheduled to play the Fab Five from Michigan. Saturday was the 20th... (more...)
From the sports editor 1/25
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
January 25, 2013
I hope this week’s newspaper brings warmer weather but knowing how Iowa weather works, it’ll be followed by even colder weather a few hours later. We just can’t win in this state. Make sure to wear shorts under those sweatpants, never know when the weather will change. Getting back to... (more...)
From the sports editor 1/18
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
January 18, 2013
No lie, when I woke up on Dec. 21 and realized I had dodged the end of the world, I celebrated by going back to sleep. What a relief right? Anyway, welcome back. I hope you all enjoyed winter break with only three more months until spring break, not like anyone’s counting. This semester is... (more...)
Largest pool hall minutes away
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
December 7, 2012
What was a farm and home supply store has since been transformed into the largest pool hall in the state of Iowa. Big Dog Billiards, located on 4510 Northeast 14th St., is home to 39 pool tables, three foosball tables, two electronic dart boards and large high-definition televisions located... (more...)
Dance Team Dominates
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
December 7, 2012
The varsity dance team competed in the Iowa State Dance/Drill Team Association competition Friday, Nov. 30, and walked away with two winning titles in Pom and Jazz. The Vikings had a determined mind-set this year and strived to become champions. In the Jazz division, Grand View scored a 269.5,... (more...)
From the sports editor 12/7
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
December 7, 2012
Crazy to think first semester is coming to an end. It seems like just yesterday we were figuring out what the new logo would be and what kind of arrow we would use. The Holiday season seemed to sneak up on us, like it does every year. Wasn’t college football just starting? Can you believe... (more...)
Autumn brings more titles back to GV
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
November 16, 2012
Another fall season for Grand View athletics has ended with a need to order more banners and more space on the Sisam Arena walls to hang them. Troy Plummer, athletics director, said, “It was another great fall for Viking athletics. Conference champions in men’s soccer, women’s volleyball... (more...)
From the Sports Editor 11/16
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
November 16, 2012
With this being our last newspaper until we get back from Thanksgiving break, let me be the first to wish everyone here at Grand View a happy Thanksgiving. I love the holiday season and I officially heard the first Christmas song, so to me, the holidays have begun. On another note, the football... (more...)
From the Sports Editor 11/9
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
November 9, 2012
Each fall sport, men’s and women’s, has been successful this year. Not like we should be surprised, they had this routine last year. Six fall sports at Grand View competed for a conference championship this year, we’re talking women’s volleyball, both soccer and cross country teams... (more...)
Security is all tricks no treats, where are the treats?
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
November 2, 2012
It’s hard for me to really get into Halloween; I’m not the type that walks through dark haunted houses and laughs at the workers who try to scare people. I actually get scared and end up making a fool out of myself. Wouldn’t you rather turn the lights on and eat candy. Why be scared when... (more...)
Women’s basketball looks to continue winning ways
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
November 2, 2012
With an NAIA Division II preseason ranking of eighth and as the unanimous favorite to win the MCC Conference Championship, the women’s basketball team has very high expectations for the 2012-2013 season. Making it all the way to the Elite 8 last season, head coach Garey Smith, who is entering... (more...)
From the sports editor 11/2
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
November 2, 2012
I want everyone to know it’s Monday night, Oct. 29. I tell you this because the NBA season starts tomorrow night and I’m giving you my NBA picks with no prior viewing of any NBA team before this moment. Let’s start out west. Steve Nash is the reason the Lakers won’t make The Finals. ... (more...)
From the sports editor 10/26
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
October 26, 2012
I thought we had them, up 3-1 in the series I had a feeling I was going to watch the St. Louis Cardinals compete for another World Series Championship; instead what I got wasn’t nearly as awesome. The texts, tweets and wall posts I received, all contained strong language and you all should... (more...)
From the sports editor: 10/19
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
October 19, 2012
It’s been two weeks, let’s not mess around, I’ve missed you guys. Is anybody actually watching the baseball playoffs? If you haven’t you really are missing out on something special. Don’t worry though, the Yankees are in the playoffs and haven’t showed up to a game yet. My... (more...)
From the sports editor 10/5
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
October 5, 2012
With a giant smile on my face, I’m glad to welcome the NBA back into our lives. Ahh, what a relief, after the Olympics ended ESPN was nothing more than two months full of baseball highlights and WNBA games with crowds the size of junior high volleyball games. The NBA is starting again and,... (more...)
From the Sports Editor 9/28
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
September 28, 2012
I have never seen Twitter explode like it did Monday night after that horrible interception call in the Seahawk/Packer game. In sports, certain moments will be remembered for one signal play, no matter what happened up to that point, a certain game or player will be remembered for one certain... (more...)
We report the news, sorry
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
September 28, 2012
I’m sorry we reported that two of our volleyball players got caught stealing from a Dillard’s in West Des Moines last week. Why would we report news that involves students at our university? That doesn’t make any sense. If it doesn’t promote Grand View University, it doesn’t need... (more...)
Car hits pedestrian
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
September 28, 2012
On Sept. 24 our own Matt Harker was crossing the street in a green golf cart when he was struck by Oscar Celaya, 19, of Des Moines. Harker was legally crossing the street when he was hit by Celaya and then transported to Methodist Hospital for treatment. According to the police report obtained... (more...)
Cross Country will host Viking Invitational Friday
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
September 21, 2012
After finishing fourth twice and seventh last weekend at the Iowa Intercollegiate Championships in Ames, the Vikings return home to run in the annual Viking Invitational this Friday here in Des Moines at Ewing Park located five miles from campus Austin Ward, senior, said, “So far this year... (more...)
From the Sports Editor – 9/14
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
September 14, 2012
Wasn’t it an awesome weekend for the world of sports? An ugly but exciting Iowa/Iowa State game, the NFL had a record setting 791 points scored and we get a doubleheader on Monday Night Football? When did they start that? After watching a 9-6 bar fight between two teams who were too drunk... (more...)
I’m ready for some football, are you?
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
September 7, 2012
Once the college football mania dies down from a sure-to-be wild Saturday, the clock will strike midnight, and poof. It’s Sunday, it’s the big boys. it’s the NFL and it’s back. No longer do we have to sit through pre-season game after preseason game. We get to watch the starters play,... (more...)
Drake beats Grand View in third annual “Battle for Des Moines”
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
August 31, 2012
A fourth quarter blocked punt that was returned for a touchdown, turned a 14-8 game into a 22-8 game, which was all the Drake Bulldogs needed to put away the Vikings in the third annual “Battle for Des Moines” at Drake Stadium Thursday night The Vikings allowed quarterback Dorian Ballentine... (more...)
Athletic department has banner year
Joey Aguirre, Sports editor
April 20, 2012
To whom it may concern: space needs to be made in Sisam Arena for more banners. Grand View University established itself as the top team in the Midwest Collegiate Conference throughout the 2011-2012 school year. In the fall, each team, men and women’s soccer, football and women’s volleyball... (more...)
“My massive Viking Vent”
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
April 13, 2012
Excuse me while I stand on my soapbox and tell you what is on my mind. It’s the end of the year and I’ve had some stuff building up. Seriously, how good are the sports here at Grand View? Every team either won the conference championship, or played for the conference championship this year... (more...)
From the sports editor…brackets
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
April 6, 2012
To prove how NCAA Tournament bracket pools are won by the most unlikely of people, look no farther then the 2012 The Grand Views’ Bracket Challenge. This year’s winner comes from the third floor of the L Apartments and claims his favorite college basketball team is the Kansas Jayhawks. Josh... (more...)
Softball team begins conference play with hot start
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
March 30, 2012
With all but two non-conference games completed, the Vikings softball team sits with a 4-2 conference record. They have swept Iowa Wesleyan College and the Bee’s of St. Ambrose University behind a walk-off grand slam by senior outfielder Jenna Baker to complete the sweep against St. Ambrose,... (more...)
Women’s basketball wins conference title
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
March 2, 2012
It was “Hammer Time” in Sisam Arena Feb. 27 during the women’s Midwest Collegiate Conference Championship game as the Vikings defeated the Mustangs from Mount Mercy 79-71, winning their 18th game in a row and earning an automatic bid to the NAIA National Tournament held in Sioux City... (more...)
March brings Madness brackets
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
March 2, 2012
With the month of February in the past, we can now enjoy the most exciting month of the year. Not because Spring Break is almost here or baseball spring training is starting. But because we are about to embark on the most exciting four weeks in sports: March Madness. It’s the upsets, the... (more...)
Baseball off to slow start, injuries have impact
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
March 2, 2012
The baseball team has started the 2012 baseball season off 5-10, most recently splitting with Avila University in a double header Sunday Feb. 26, defeating them 4-3, then losing 7-0. Through the first 15 games, the Vikings were led by senior outfielder Dane Carlson, who has a .412 average in... (more...)
Men’s hoops refuse to leave without a fight
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
March 2, 2012
The men’s basketball team flirted with a national tournament birth after a thrilling ride through the conference tournament, only to be let down by a loss to St. Ambrose, finishing the season 17-13. Kevin Smith, senior center, was given First Team All-Conference honors for the second consecutive... (more...)
Volleyball takes down No.1, raises in rankings
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
February 24, 2012
The men’s volleyball team has wasted little time letting campus and teams across the nation know that something big is brewing at Grand View. In it’s first season, the men’s volleyball team, under first year Head Coach Donan Cruz, upset top ranked St. Ambrose in a thrilling five-game... (more...)
Boys basketball beats William Penn
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
February 23, 2012
Together Eliminate Avoidable Mistakes; that was the mantra during the last two Grand View men’s basketball practices in preparation for their game against William Penn University in the first round of the MCC Conference tournament. The Vikings eliminated mistakes, forced William Penn into... (more...)
Women’s golf focused on conference championship
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
February 17, 2012
The women’s golf team looks to follow up a strong fall season with an even more successful spring season, relaying on senior leadership and plans to topple the conference. Molly Engleman, senior, said, “Our team goal is to win conference this year, which will give us an automatic spot at... (more...)
Softball team looks to start, finish on top
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
February 10, 2012
The Viking softball team heads into the 2012 season this week with considerable senior leadership and experience. The Vikings travel to Henderson, Nev. Feb. 10 to start the season with a weekend of games. The team then takes on Upper Iowa University Feb. 22 in Rochester, Minn. Emily Gilbert,... (more...)
Men’s golf returns talent: high expectations set
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
February 10, 2012
Another season for the golf team is about to be under way, and the Vikings couldn’t be any more confident, with a preseason ranking of No. 2 and much success carrying over from the fall season. Yousaf Khan, senior, said, “Being ranked second means that we are not the best, that is what... (more...)
Team returns with experience
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
February 3, 2012
Traveling to Oklahoma City this Saturday, the Grand View baseball team will be tested right away as they take on the No. 1 ranked Oklahoma City Stars. The Vikings return First Team All-American performer and Gold Glove Award winner Brady Wathen, who led the nation in hits per game and fielding... (more...)
Volleyball loses nationals recieves several awards
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
December 9, 2011
After completing the most successful season in Grand View women’s volleyball history, the Vikings traveled to Sioux City to compete in the NAIA National Tournament. The No. 22 Vikings played three games in Sioux City. The team nearly upset No. 6 Azusa Pacific of California but lost in the... (more...)
GV dance team wins state competition
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
December 9, 2011
The competitive dance team competed at the Iowa State Dance/Drill Team Association’s competition last Friday. The red squad (varsity) won its third consecutive pom state championship, a second place finish in the jazz category and the white squad (JV) placed fourth in the hip-hop category. Head... (more...)
No.3 wrestling team wins on road
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
December 9, 2011
In it’s first dual of the season, the no. 3 Grand View Vikings wrestling team defeated no. 13 Northwestern 37-7 when they traveled to Orange City last Thursday. The Vikings won eight of their possible ten matches, with Travis Evans (133), Brad Lower (165) and Spencer Bauer (285) winning their... (more...)
Vikings fall to top ranked Marian
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
November 19, 2011
For the first time in the history of Grand View University, it’s football team competed in the NAIA Football Championship Series, squaring off against No. 1 Marian University, a team the Vikings played earlier this season, losing 19-14. This time around the game was not as close, as Marian... (more...)
Nationals: Women’s cross country
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
November 18, 2011
For the first time in school history, the women’s cross country team won a Midwest Collegiate Conference Championship and earned a trip to Vancouver, Wash. to run in the NAIA Championships Saturday Nov. 18. Senior Obsie Birru and Harrier of the Year recipient, won the conference meet with... (more...)
Nationals: Volleyball
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
November 18, 2011
With a 38-7 record and a No.22 rank, the women’s volleyball team earned the right to play in the NAIA Championships by defeating Viterbo last Saturday and gaining the team’s first conference title. Head Coach Tina Carter said, “I’m so incredibly happy for the young ladies on this team,... (more...)
Wrestling enters season ranked
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
November 4, 2011
The Grand View wrestling program looks to build off success from last season. The Vikings finished ranked fifth last year in the final NAIA Wrestling poll and start the season ranked fifth in the pre-season poll. Head Coach Nick Mitchell said, “I look at that fifth place ranking, and think... (more...)
From the sports editor… 10/21
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
October 21, 2011
I need the NBA to end the lockout, seriously, people are starting to find other things to do than watch NBA basketball and it’s driving me insane. My roommate is trying to learn the guitar, and to be nice, he’s not progressing very quickly. The poor guy watches Youtube videos about how... (more...)
Fall baseball wraps up
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
October 21, 2011
Another fall baseball season has come to an end, with everyone focused on improving before starting a winter full of off-season workouts. Grant Liebe, junior infielder, said, “We played some good baseball against some really good competition. We’re looking forward to getting into workouts... (more...)
“Hope” drives, entertains sports fans
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
October 7, 2011
At the beginning of each season, every fan of every sports franchise has this glimmer of, “Hope” that makes them believe their team will win it all that year. It’s that undeniable force that drives all sports fans to buy those expensive tickets, drink those $9 beers and eat those $5 hot... (more...)
Inner-city rivalry into overtime
Joey Aguirre, Sports Editor
September 16, 2011
The Vikings lost to the Bulldogs 28-21 in overtime at Drake Stadium last Saturday night. The Vikings were tied 14-14 at halftime but after a touchdown pass from Greg Charles, senior quarterback to Darin Davis early in the fourth quarter, the score was 21-14. The Bulldogs were held scoreless... (more...)