S.S. Sports
The World Series was played over the last two weeks between the Washington Nationals and the Houston Astros. The Nationals finally appeared in the World Series for the first time in franchise history after years of falling short in the playoffs. Before they were able to advance to the World Series, they defeated the St. Louis Cardinals four games to none in the National League Championship Series. The Astros had to play the Yankees (I’m still super bummed) to get into the Series, and defeated them four games to two. World Series Game 2 was a special one since gold medalist Simone Biles brought her gymnastics skills to the mound and threw the game’s first pitch.
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ linebacker Anthony Chickillo was arrested following a domestic abuse claim from his Olympian girlfriend Alysha Newman. It was reported that in the early morning on Sunday, October 20 at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort, an argument between Chickillo and Newman started at the Lady Luck Casino then proceeded to continue in their hotel room.
Chickillo reported to police that their argument escalated when Newman punched him in the head and he pushed her to the ground. But Newman told police that Chickillo grabbed her by her biceps and forced her against a wall, causing her injuries. It was reported that Newman had visible markings on her biceps while Chickillo had none. He was charged with simple assault, harassment and criminal mischief and put on a $10,000 bail. Newman was cited for harassment.
The Steelers’ general manager Kevin Colbert released a statement on Tuesday saying, "In regard to the recent incident involving Anthony Chickillo, we will continue to gather information, and we will fully cooperate with the NFL’s investigation. Any discipline involving the player will be determined after the gathering of further information from law enforcement and the League Office."
We soon get to see if the Nationals get their first World Series win in franchise history. And then we will also keep an eye out on what happens with Chickillo and his player status. Read next weeks’ edition for more updates and stories.
Sierra Sanchez is a freshman studying biomedical science.