By Shakim Muhafiz, Sports Editor The life lessons coach Grady Brewer taught his players were vital to their path to become productive men in society. He served as a father figure to many before his death on May 29. In a statement Sunday, Morehouse’s Athletic Department said the 1980 Morehouse alum died from…
By Zoë Huey, Staff Writer Khalil Battle chats about what went into crafting the KingCurls brand and what customers can expect in the future. In October of 2020, Khalil Battle launched KingCurls with the hopes of shifting the narrative surrounding boys’ hair care. In March of 2021, the 17-year-old high schooler sat down…
By Jamari Stanton, Staff Writer A merciless police raid in a Rio de Janeiro favela on the morning of May 6 left at least 25 people dead, including one police officer, and many wounded. Shortly after dawn, law enforcement descended upon Jacarezinho, an impoverished, mostly non-white community, deploying armored helicopters and over 200 heavily armed…
BY LILAC BURRELL, MANAGING EDITOR Once J. Cole caught the double-platinum clout train off the cusp of “2014 Forest Hill Drive” his head got big. His head grew bigger and bigger after his following albums went platinum and helped prove his skill. Yet “4 Your Eyez Only”, “KOD”, and now “The Off-Season” solidify that…
Torrence Banks, Managing Editor Due to the pandemic, graduating seniors have not had the chance to use Morehouse’s career center. In the past, these resources have helped student-athletes prepare for their life after athletics by helping them secure jobs. Morehouse College’s Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) has created the Beyond Athletics Campaign to help students develop professional skills…
Dalvin Jordan, Staff Writer Sketch comedy is an artform that can be found across the world in various forms. Undoubtedly, one of the most well-known platforms for this art is Saturday Night Live (SNL). Since 1975, SNL has given the world many classic moments and has become a certified proving ground for top comedians. Each episode is…
Kendall Heggie, Staff Writer I have lived in Entra since my move-in date in August, which was six months ago. I have wanted to write a review on my new home since the first night I stayed here. However, writing a review earlier than now would have been premature and unfair due to the fact…
Kennedy London, Arts & Entertainment Editor There are legendary figures throughout film history that are unmatched in their recognition. Having two legendary figures such as Godzilla and King Kong in the same film categorizes as a moment in time. Although Toho Studios’ 1962 film King Kong vs. Godzilla exists, 2020’s version of the colossal battle…
By Ron Thomas Director, Morehouse College Journalism and Sports Program Marshall Latimore was a dedicated journalist and mentor who deeply cared about the development of black student journalists into professionals. I know of at least six students who had contributed to the Maroon Tiger before interning under his supervision. I only wish that I had…
Torrence Banks, Managing Editor To increase participation of youth in sports nationally, the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) and the Morehouse College Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) collaborated to host a Youth Sports Symposium. This event sponsored by Academy Sports + Outdoors provided SIAC member institutions the opportunity to educate aspiring athletes on non-traditional sports. The…
