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The University of Chicago’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1892

Chicago Maroon

The University of Chicago’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1892

Chicago Maroon

Stories and content by Michael Perry
Chris Wilkerson has been the head coach of the Maroons for six seasons.

The Curious Case of Chicago’s Offense

By Michael Perry / September 19, 2018
Four years ago, the University of Chicago won its conference. Two years ago, it boasted the No. 2 passer in the nation. Three offensive coordinators later, the Maroons are winless and can’t score. What happened?
Fourth-year Chandler Carroll rushes home for his first touchdown of the day.

Maroons Move Past Lawrence

By Michael Perry / October 9, 2017
The Maroons were dominant in their home victory against Lawrence, winning 28-8 with fourth-year running back Chandler Carroll scoring a career-high four touchdowns.

Senior Spotlight: Burke Moser

By Michael Perry / May 11, 2017
After breaking 11 different school records, Burke Moser graduates as one of the most accomplished quarterbacks in Chicago history. But what was the road that led Moser to such success and what next? The Maroon takes a look at all of this.

Chicago’s Arms Have an Elite Weekend

By Michael Perry / April 3, 2017
The UChicago baseball team had a strong showing over the weekend with a clean sweep over University of Wisconsin–Superior. In particular, the pitchers had a brilliant outing, only letting in a single run over the course of 23 innings.

California Cruising

By Michael Perry / March 30, 2017
Traveling alongside their female counterparts, the men's tennis team won three out of their four games in California against nationally-ranked teams.

Weekend Split for South Siders

By Michael Perry / March 6, 2017
The baseball team started their season off fairly strong this weekend, as they won two and lost two against solid competition in the form of Lawrence, Loras, Elmhurst, and Illinois Wesleyan.

East Coast Wins for Chicago

By Michael Perry / February 20, 2017
For just the second time this UAA season, the men's basketball team was able to complete the weekend sweep. They defeated Brandeis and NYU in Boston and New York, respectively.
Fourth-year Blaine Crawford dunks with excitement and enthusiasm.

Broken Records and Hearts for Chicago

By Michael Perry / February 6, 2017
The men's basketball team was led by second-year Noah Karras on Friday against Case Western as he broke the three-point record, but on Sunday the squad lost to Carnegie Mellon in overtime.
Third-year guard Jake Fenlon is focused on beating his man.

Late Game Heroics Give South Siders the Win

By Michael Perry / January 30, 2017
Third-year Jake Fenlon broke a Chicago record and hit a game-winning shot, but the record was not enough to give the men's basketball team the win in their second game this weekend. The squad went 1–1 against Case and Carnegie this weekend.
Fourth-year Tyler Howard defends the ball from some tough defense.

First UAA Wins for Chicago

By Michael Perry / January 23, 2017
A five-game losing streak for the men's basketball team came to a close this weekend as they bested Brandeis and NYU at home. These two wins are the first in conference for the Maroons.

Women’s Squad Looks to Defend UAA Crown

By Michael Perry / April 21, 2016
The UAA Championship is one of the few meets that the women's track team is lacking this year and they plan on changing that this weekend. The squad heads to Wash U for two days of track-filled excitement.

Maroons Split Weekend Double

By Michael Perry / April 4, 2016
The baseball team finished a three-game home stretch this weekend that included a win against Elmhurst last Wednesday and a split with UW-Platteville this weekend. They will face Dominican on Wednesday on the field of the minor league the Schaumburg Boomers..

Buzzer Beater Gives Rochester the Win at Home

By Michael Perry / February 8, 2016
Although the No. 21 men's basketball team was fired up after being handed their first losses in 13 games last weekend, Emory and Rochester capitalized on their home court advantage. The Maroons have lost four straight.

Maroons march to the Steel City to tear into Tartans

By Michael Perry / November 5, 2015
As football season begins to wind down, the Chicago Maroons find themselves hosting their final home game of the year this weekend at Stagg Field. Playing host to the Sewanee Tigers, this Saturday will be Senior Day, as the team’s 14 members of the Class of 2015 will be recognized. The Maroons will enter the...
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