The 1970s: NASCAR overcomes an early recession
As NASCAR entered the ’70s, few could have predicted the major culture shifts that would soon change the sport forever. A number of key moves – and one major moment – highlighted the decade, all of which provided much needed stability and longevity to the sport for years to come. Most notably, the addition of Winston as the series sponsor in 1971, Bill France Sr. stepping down and turning the reins over to his son, Bill Jr., in 1972,...
The 1960s: A time of name recognition, manufacturer growth and speed in NASCAR
In the 1960s, it was all about “Win on Sunday, Sell on Monday” as the automobile manufacturers (namely Ford, General Motors and Chrysler) were heavily investing in NASCAR as a way to showcase and sell their products. It was considered an arms race of which manufacturer could build the fastest car in the sport throughout the 60s. Additionally, major superspeedways were being built throughout the country coinciding with the sport’s...
1990-1992: Storms Blow Through Darlington County
1990-92 was an era filled with big hair and painful fashion choices; this writer has the pictures to prove it!
Cobras Open Season With Victories Over Winston-Salem and Lees-McRae
The Coker College women’s volleyball team opened the season without losing a single set as they picked up victories over both Winston-Salem (3-0) and Lees-McRae (3-0) on Aug. 24. The Cobras showed a perfect balance of youth and experience as freshman and seniors alike shined throughout the double header. Coker opened the day by defeating Winston-Salem 3-0 (25-17, 25-14, 25-8) behind a terrific performance from freshmen Olivia...
Coker Esports Finishes 4-0 in Opens Division, Garners 12th Place in Tespa Lucioball Tournament
The Coker College Esports team opened up preseason tournament play with a perfect 4-0 record in the Overwatch Opens Division. The Cobras also competed in the Tespa Lucioball Tournament, finishing with a 4-1 record in group play and advancing to playoff competition. The Navy and Gold recorded a 1-2 record in the playoffs, good for a 12th place finish. Although there were a few matches that didn’t get played, the Coker Cobras...
Du Bray, Mullen Shine as Cobras Defeat UNC Pembroke 3-1
The Coker College women’s volleyball team improved to 3-1 on the season after splitting a pair of matches Aug. 25 in the Coker/FMU Fall Invitational. The Cobras dropped their first match of the day to Indianapolis 3-0 before a thrilling 3-1 victory over UNC Pembroke. Preseason All-SAC selection Taylor du Bray had a spectacular night against the Braves as she shattered her career-high with 28 kills while adding 15 digs. Cayley...