From the archives: The Revolution Sheds Light on Elusive “Boy Cliques”
Around 2011, I was co-editor in chief of the school newspaper and tasked with writing an article about high school cliques. I don’t remember exactly how this article came together, or why it was allowed to be published in the school newspaper, but the good news is my writing has gotten a lot better since…
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The Price of Hope: Analyzing the Cost of UNC Football Season Tickets (2021–2026)
When UNC hired Belichick just before the 2025 season, the season ticket price spiked 69%, from $275 in 2024 to $465 in 2025, despite 2025 having one less home game than the prior season. One one hand I get it… UNC’s got some big “Bills” to pay between paying the players, coaches, and ongoing facility…
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Analyzing ticket price trends: How far in advance should I buy to get the best price?
Most people intuitively know that the best opportunity to find a deal on tickets is just before the game. But is that one day before the game, or one hour? And how much can you actually save?
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Recapping the 2025 Fantasy Football Year: Lowest Points and Fastest Chugs
The rules of the Revolution league are always the same– if your fantasy football team scores the least amount of points across the entire league for the week, you have to chug a Smirnoff Ice and send video proof to the group. Unfortunately, my team came up short the most times this year.
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The Revolution Taste Test Challenge
Every party needs two things; a good theme, and good food.
Over Thanksgiving, my friends combined both elements into one event dubbed the “The Revolution Taste Test Challenge.” Each person brough three different varieties, brands, or flavors of a certain food or drink, and we spent the party taste testing each food and trying…
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Celebrating One Year of Zach and Spencer
About a year ago, two of my best friends tied the knot. Zach had given a knockout speech at my wedding the year before, so here’s the toast (and light roast) that I gave to the happy couple. It seems to have worked because they’re happier than ever today. Cheers to many more!
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Maximizing Grocery Savings: Harris Teeter vs. Food Lion vs. Amazon Fresh (and online pickup vs. delivery)
Just like my dad, I do most of the grocery shopping for our household. Most weeks, I shop online through Harris Teeter’s website and pick up the order the next day. But lately, I’ve been wondering — should I try shopping somewhere else instead? And would it be worth paying extra to have the groceries…
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Top 10 Ices of All Time
The best way to enjoy a Smirnoff Ice is by making your friends drink it (ideally when they least expect it). After much deliberation, I’m excited to announce the Top 10 Ices Of all Time.
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