by Rich Mies, CSN Mapping the MIAC Columnist For most athletes, a parent introduces them to their sport, teaches them the fundamentals of the game and gets them started. The parent fosters a love of the game in the child and instills in them the desi… more »

by Rich Mies, CSN Mapping the MIAC Columnist Confidence, both in oneself and in one’s teammates, is a key attribute of a successful athlete. This is particularly true for baseball pitchers, for whom every pitch is a battle with the batter that requir… more »

College Sporting News is proud to announce its honorees for this year’s CSN Senior Student-Athlete Award from the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. The 2008-2009 male and female winners are Joe Daly of Saint John’s University and Katie Thei… more »

by Rich Mies, CSN Mapping the MIAC Columnist Over the past decade, Saint John’s University has dominated MIAC men’s golf, winning seven conference titles in that time. They have become a national power, as well, with 10 consecutive appearances in the… more »

by Rich Mies, CSN Mapping the MIAC Columnist With the rise in the use of aluminum and other metallic bats in high school and college baseball, one of the most daunting challenges facing pro prospects is learning how to hit with a wooden bat. Conseque… more »

by Rich Mies, CSN Mapping the MIAC Columnist Competing in two collegiate sports is a daunting challenge. Few athletes attempt to play a second sport, as the rigors of practices and games, coupled with the demands of their academic load tend to be too… more »

by Rich Mies, CSN Mapping the MIAC Columnist The recipient of the high school metro player of the year award from a major newspaper usually goes on to play at the Division I level. This holds true in the Twin Cities, where those recognized by either… more »