Billy Fitzpatrick ‘20Editor-in-Chief Editor’s note: All stats and records are accurate as of Tuesday, October 1, before Holy Cross’ game against Boston University on Wednesday, October 2. About a month into its season, the College of the Holy Cross men’s soccer team is still looking for its first […]
Mike O’Brien ‘23Staff Writer Cries of “Is it October yet?” from NHL fans around the world have finally come to an end as the league will undergo its 102nd season starting on Wednesday, October 2nd. With plenty of storylines in the upcoming season, we’ll dive into each division […]
Charlie Krumsiek ‘20Sports Editor The East has been dramatically reshuffled after reclaiming the Larry O’Brien Trophy from the West for the first time since LeBron James led the Cavaliers to a legendary comeback in 2016. After a strong season last year, the East appears to have taken another […]
Bobby Tuzzio ’20Chief Sports Editor It is safe to say that major professional sports teams in New York have been hit or miss over the last decade. One need not look at the Giants and the Knicks as evidence. However, I’ll save the discussion about those teams for […]
Editor’s note: This letter is in response to an article titled “Economic Injustice at Holy Cross” that appeared in our September 27 issue. The essay by Clara Joy Gibson ‘21 in the Sept. 27 Spire raises an important issue in higher education; one that as Provost I have […]
Editor’s note: This letter is in response to an article titled “Economic Injustice at Holy Cross” that appeared in our September 27 issue. September 27, 2019 To the Editors of The Spire: Guest writer Clara Joy Gibson’s September 27 column “Economic Injustice at Holy Cross” itself does a […]
Maggie Connolly ’21Opinions Editor Every time I open my computer, I see a photo of O’Kane Hall I took on a walk to Kimball. It was a spring Wednesday evening last semester, and I was meeting my cousin for dinner. She was on the apartment meal plan and […]
Ryen Cinski ’22Opinions Editor As a sophomore here at Holy Cross, mandatory events from freshman year are still fresh in my mind. After fall orientation ends, you are so ready to be on your own and to start your routine. So, when you find out that you must […]
Alex DiBlasi ’23Staff Writer American political icon John Kerry has consistently inspired generations with his optimistic vision for the future. From his military days to his time in public office, his decades of service to this country are unparalleled. I had the honor to sit with Secretary Kerry […]
Julia Maher ’23Opinions Editor We all know how inadequate sleep can impact nearly every aspect of our lives. We may feel lethargic and irritable, which also affects our sense of motivation. Sometimes we may not even be aware of how little sleep we get or how it impacts […]
By Nicole Letendre ’23Staff Writer Name: Natasha Rollo ‘23 Hometown: Leicester, MA Major: Potential Biology and Music Double Major Campus Activities: College Choir, Chapel Choir, Ballroom Dance Favorite movie: The Sound of Music Favorite song: “September” by Earth, Wind, and Fire Favorite singer/band: Adele Favorite colors: Orange and […]
By Clarabel Smith ‘20 Features Editor Unfortunately for most college students, some of the best new and returning shows return to TV and streaming services in fall, right as our work starts to accelerate. However, if you’re anything like me and are determined to allot yourself at least […]
