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About

Mitch Kaskie is a first year writer and sports page designer. He uses his strong opinions, and at times comedy to entertain and inform the public. He's a passionate sports fan and player, and loves nothing more than a nice day.

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East Athletic Director looks back upon his relationship with Saint’s former coach Gregg Williams

Gregg Williams has never forgotten Excelsior Springs, Mo. His long career in the NFL, starting in 1994 as the defensive coordinator for the Houston Oilers under head coach Jeff Fisher, eventually brought him a Super Bowl championship with the New Orleans Saints in 2009. Even after all those years with [...]

 

Masters Preview

Masters Preview

Staffers Alex Goldman and Mitch Kaskie give their rundown of “The Masters” golf tournament and players to watch this weekend.

 

Diary of a Mizzou Fan

Diary of a Mizzou Fan

Staffer Mitch Kaskie discusses his thoughts on the Missouri vs. Norfolk St. basketball game and the grief he received from everyone else around him.

 

Former East Student Spends Year Playing Hockey in Florida

Former East Student Spends Year Playing Hockey in Florida

Former East student Stephen Sundberg returned to Kansas City after spending his senior year away in Florida. Sundberg played hockey for the Palm Beach Hawks, a Eastern Junior Conference Team (EJHL), in hope of one day reaching the goal of playing professionally.

 

Column: Why this is Mizzou’s Year

Column: Why this is Mizzou’s Year

Staffer Mitch Kaskie discusses the MU vs. KU basketball game this weekend and explains why Mizzou has the advantage over the Jayhawks.

 

A Missouri-ble Split

A Missouri-ble Split

Missouri’s decision to join the SEC is controversial, causing an uproar among Big 12 fans. Two Missouri fans share their differing views on the subject.

 

Column: Remembering A Historic Season

Column: Remembering A Historic Season

Varsity defender reflects on the Sunflower League championship winning soccer season on the heels of last Thursday’s disappointing season ending defeat.

 

Staffer Experiences Electronic Music at Deadmau5 Concert

Staffer Experiences Electronic Music at Deadmau5 Concert

Keeping yourself from throwing your head around and acting completely out of character at a Deadmau5 concert is quite the task. Deadmau5 is the work of Joel Zimmerman, a 30 year old DJ who has become the face of House music. His stage name, ‘Deadmau5’ pronounced Deadmouse, refers to an [...]

 

Eight East Athletes Commit to Colleges

Eight East Athletes Commit to Colleges

East Athletes continue to make early commitments to colleges and universities for athletics.

 

Boys Basketball Team Conditions During the Fall

Boys Basketball Team Conditions During the Fall

The boys basketball team undergoes intense conditioning during the fall in preparation for the season.

 

Boys’ Soccer — Week 4

Boys’ Soccer — Week 4

The Boys’ soccer team looks to continue their undefeated season tonight against Lawrence High.

 

Maine Transfer Student Transitions into New Life at East

Maine Transfer Student Transitions into New Life at East

Junior Austin Wilcox grows into his new life as a student and soccer player.