Campus Connect: College Sports, Entertainment & Viral News – 8/1

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A new month is here, with Wednesday ringing in August 1 which means football is right around the corner. College life can be busy, so at times it can be tough to keep up with the daily news cycle. That’s why we bring you Campus Connect, where you can catch the latest news in college sports and entertainment to keep on top of the buzz that everyone on campus will be talking about.
What happened last night? What events are coming up today? We have you covered with all of that and more.
Let’s dive right in.


College Sports News

For the past few years, Louisville fans could rest easy knowing that their offense was in the hands of a player like Lamar Jackson, but with him moving on to the NFL, that time is over now, and it’s time to start putting your faith in a player by the name of Jawon Pass. The 21-year old from Columbus, Georgia is the favorite heading into the season as the Cardinals starting quarterback and feels confident that he’s ready to leave a mark of his own in Louisville.


The Tennessee football program continues to rebuild its defensive line through the JUCO level. After landing defensive tackle Emmit Gooden from the Independence Community College Pirates, they have now added Savion Williams, the top JUCO defensive tackle, to the roster.


Busted Coverage Girl of the Day

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USC always delivers when it comes their time to shine in the Girl of the Day. This time, Maddie Meisel, a swimmer from the Trojans, gets the spotlight.


Entertainment News

LeBron’s I PROMISE School, a cutting-edge center built in a partnership with the NBA star’s family foundation and Akron City Schools, opened in Akron in late July 2018 to rave reviews. Here is what the school will provide students and their families.


In a struggle for survival, MoviePass will be hiking up monthly rates from $10 to $14.95 and will be further limiting access to blockbusters. The changes will come into force within 30 days.


Viral Clip of the Day


The Showtime Lakers are back, and Los Angeles unveiled their new jerseys for the start of the LeBron James era with an incredible jersey reveal.


Food of the Day

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If you’re in the mood for an incredible lobster roll, head on over to Gramercy Tavern in New York City for this lobster roll with sweet corn, celery and scallions with a side of smoked cabbage broth with mushrooms and basil.


 

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