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Calvin University Chimes

Since 1907
Calvin University's official student newspaper since 1907

Calvin University Chimes

Calvin University's official student newspaper since 1907

Calvin University Chimes

Calvin has begun practicing for the 2023-2024 season.

Calvin’s men’s and women’s basketball seasons are underway

Dillion Baumchen, Sports Reporter
October 31, 2023

The men’s and women’s basketball teams’ seasons are off as they prepare for their season openers. The men's team began official practice on Oct. 16 but were able to  practice a few times during...

Zac and Matt talk on their YouTube Show about DIII basketball teams to watch, regional and national rankings and their data analyses.

Calvin grads create platform to support DIII Athletics

Lauren Nyong, Sports Reporter
March 19, 2023

Calvin alumni and brothers Zac and Matt Snyder are working to bring recognition and attention to the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)’s Division III (DIII) athletics with their YouTube...

Calvin's women's team has a 4-3 record after seven games, three of them against top 10 opponents. (Photo courtesy calvinknights.com)

Tough early-season schedules have women’s, men’s basketball teams making strides

Jamison Van Andel, Sports Editor
December 5, 2021

Although it’s fairly early in the season, both Calvin’s basketball teams have already faced a number of highly-touted opponents. Both teams have steered their way to winning records in the non-conference...

New coach, familiar territory

New coach, familiar territory

Ellington Smith, Sports Editor
September 13, 2019

Despite a successful coaching past at larger Division II schools, such as Ferris State University and Northern Michigan, Bill Sall has decided to coach at Calvin where he had a successful playing career....

Photo Courtesy Calvin Sports Information

Women leave rivalry weekend with a win, men lose to Hope

Mark Peless
February 27, 2016

Whether you’re a fan of basketball or not, going to watch Calvin play Hope College in basketball in Van Noord Arena is always exciting. If you’re someone who goes to basketball games regularly at Calvin,...

Photo Courtesy Calvin Sports Information

Women’s Basketball begins their season undefeated

Anna Gernant
November 19, 2015

The women’s basketball team began their 2015-2016 season playing the North Central College Cardinals on Friday, Nov. 13, beating them 106-80. The next day Calvin traveled to play at the Illinois Institute...

Photo Courtesy Calvin Sports Information

Men’s basketball season preview

Mark Peless
November 19, 2015

A new year for men’s basketball sparks a new challenge. Many teams attempt to establish an identity, and the coming and going of players is incredibly impactful. Last year’s squad conceded in the...

Photo by Julie Woudenberg

Coach profile: VandeStreek

Julie Woudenberg
February 6, 2015

Calvin’s men’s basketball head coach, Kevin VandeStreek, is currently coaching his 19th season at Calvin and his 26th season overall. VandeStreek came to Calvin after coaching six years at the University...

Photo by Julie Woudenberg

Men’s basketball defeats Hope rival by double digits

Brian Exner
January 10, 2015

In their fourth highest-scoring game of the season, the Knights defeated rival Hope College by a score of 88-64. While only scoring two points in the first five minutes, Calvin came out strong after a...

Photo Courtesy Calvin SID

Men’s Basketball Splits Grand Rapids Sports Hall of Fame Tournament

Mark Peless
December 4, 2014

As November passes and December comes upon us, the men’s basketball team is enjoying an admirable start to their 2014-2015 season. There are some new faces, but the core team remains. Seniors Jordan...

Photo Courtesy Calvin SID

Women’s Basketball Undefeated for first Five Games

Julie Woudenberg
December 4, 2014

The Calvin College women’s basketball team has been off to a great start, going undefeated in the five games leading up to the MIAA season as of Tuesday, Dec. 2. “Being undefeated going into league...

Photo courtesy Calvin SID

Court on the Horizon

Mark Peless
November 6, 2014

The chilly November air prompts students to dawn their maroon and gold scarves. To some, this may indicate the approaching Thanksgiving Day holiday; others, however, are reminded that Nike tennis shoes...

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