By: Lloydrica Hudson Sports Editor Valdosta State’s offense showed flashes of rhythm Saturday night, but four costly interceptions from quarterback Harris Boyd proved to be the difference in a 32–25 loss to Lenoir-Rhyne at Bazemore-Hyder Stadium. Boyd threw for 306 yards but struggled to protect the ball, including a final interception in the closing minutes that sealed the Blazers’ loss. ...
Read More »VSU looks to snap back against Lenoir-Rhyne after historic loss
By: Marese Hudson Spectator staff writer Last Saturday’s loss was one for the history books as Valdosta State was shutout 31-0 at home against UNC Pembroke marking the first ever shutout in program history at Bazemore-Hyder Stadium and their first shutout loss since 1991. Now, the focus shifts to Lenoir-Rhyne, a chance for the Blazers to redeem themselves in ...
Read More »Blazers Held Scoreless at Bazemore-Hyder for First Time Ever
By: Lloy Hudson Sports Editor UNC Pembroke handed Valdosta State a historic defeat Saturday, shutting out the Blazers 31-0 at Bazemore-Hyder Stadium in VSU’s home opener. It was the program’s first shutout loss since 1991 and the first ever at home. The Blazers struggled to find rhythm offensively, cycling through quarterbacks and failing to cross midfield on several possessions. ...
Read More »Student Detained for TikTok Urination Prank
Written by: The Copy Editor, Armone’ Gates A questionable prank that has occurred at universities across the U.S. this fall has led to a person of interest being taken into custody at VSU last week. A new, highly concerning trend on TikTok consists of university students urinating on campus landmarks and posting these videos on the social-media platform. The ...
Read More »VSU Launches New Mobile Blazer Athletics App
Written By Anna Ramsey Staff Editor Valdosta State University’s nationally acclaimed athletic program just got a digital upgrade. On August 15, Assistant Athletic Director Gregory Richards announced the launching of the brand new Blazer Athletics app. “As an athletic department we are always looking for new and better ways to grow our fan base and support for our student athletes,” ...
Read More »VSU Says Goodbye To President Carvajal
Written by: James Brown Editor in Chief VSU President Dr. Richard Carvajal has announced that he will be stepping down from his position and leaving the university at the end of the 2025 fall semester. Dr. Carvajal will be accepting a new role as President of California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt. The polytechnic university is located in the North Coast ...
Read More »The Happening Returns to VSU Front Lawn
Written by: Ashley Jones, Arts & Entertainment Editor The Happening Information Fair was launched in 1991 to offer in-coming and returning students the opportunity to connect and learn all that Valdosta State’s local community offers. It is held every fall semester on the VSU front lawn, the happening hosts fun activities, free food samples, giveaways, and familiarity with ...
Read More »Reevaluating the VSU Experience: A Call for Transparency and Improvement
VSU has long upheld a reputation as a highly accredited institution, dedicated to fostering an inspiring education, a safe learning environment and a nurturing community. This mission is proudly stated, but some students wonder if their investment truly yields benefits in all aspects of their academic and daily lives. According to the Office of Strategic Research and Analysis, only about ...
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Blazers set to face the Argonauts for GSC Title
The Valdosta State Blazers, the number one-ranked team, head into their final regular-season game against the West Florida Argonauts with a Gulf South Championship on the line. The Blazers head into this regular season finale matchup 9-0, 5-0 in the GSC and are coming off another dominant victory against GSC rival, the Delta State Statesman 49-20. The win saw them ...
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