The Sports Inquirer

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Georgia State football player Chris Davis Jr. following the team's Spring Game April 12.

Topics with the linebacker included the defense having a strong showing in the contest, the team adjusting to new head coach Dell McGee, engaging with the Georgia State University community and preparations for the 2024 regular season.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United player Caleb Wiley following the team's 2-2 home draw against the Philadelphia Union April 14.

Topics included Atlanta's loss of focus after taking a 2-0 lead in the contest, scoring his first goal of the season and the disappointment of dropping points at home and more.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United manager Gonzalo Pineda following the team's 2-2 home draw against the Philadelphia Union April 14.

Topics included Atlanta's loss of focus after taking a 2-0 lead in the contest, the disappointment of dropping points at home and more.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Georgia State football Ja'Cyais Credle following the team's Spring Game April 12.

Topics included catching a touchdown pass in the contest, the team adjusting to new head coach Dell McGee, recovering from an injury-filled 2023 campaign and preparations for the 2024 regular season.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United manager Gonzalo Pineda following practice April 12.

Topics included the team handling injuries including an update on Giorgos Giakoumakis, the importance of earning positive road match results including the recent 1-1 draw at New York City FC April 6, Atlanta preparing to host Philadelphia April 14 and the proposed expansion plans for the team's training facility.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Georgia State football head coach Dell McGee following the team's Spring Game April 12.

Topics included McGee's first spring practices with the Panthers, the importance of recruiting within the state of Georgia, the experience of the coaching staff, developing a players' leadership council, the program's engagement with the university and the greater Atlanta community and preparations for the 2024 regular season.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United defender Brooks Lennon following practice April 12.

Topics with the defender included the team handling injuries, the importance of earning positive road match results including the recent 1-1 draw at New York City FC April 6, Atlanta preparing to host Philadelphia April 14 and his place as a player within the United States Men's National Team landscape.

The Sports Inquirer returns for musings on April 11, 2024.

Topics included recapping the groundbreaking for the Arthur Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center in Fayette County, Atlanta United preparing to host the Philadelphia Union, the conclusion of Georgia State football's spring practices and more.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of U.S. Soccer CEO JT Batson and President Cindy Parlow Cone at the groundbreaking of the Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center in Fayette County April 8.

Topics included the selection of Fayette County as the sight of the training center, the decision to name it after Arthur Blank, the impact the facility will have on the Georgia soccer community, a breakdown of what will be on the property and how it will help the national teams for the Men's World Cup in 2026 and the Summer Olympics in 2028, both in the United States.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Arthur Blank, owner of Atlanta United and the Atlanta Falcons at the groundbreaking of the Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center in Fayette County April 8.

Topics included the impact the facility will have on the state of Georgia, the facility being named after him, the soccer community in the state of Georgia and future aspirations for his sports franchises.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Brian Kemp, the Governor of the state of Georgia, at the groundbreaking of the Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center in Fayette County April 8.

Topics included the impact the facility will have on the state of Georgia and the continued preparations for hosting matches in the FIFA World Cup in 2026.

In this edition of the Sports Inquirer Musings, we discuss United States Soccer including the groundbreaking ceremony of the Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center, the SheBelieves Cup, Atlanta United, Wrestlemania 40 and more.

The Sports Inquirer spoke with United States Women's National Team player Mallory Swanson before her team's practice in Atlanta April 5.

Topics with the forward included returning to Atlanta with the national team, preparing to face Japan at Mercedes Benz Stadium April 6 in the SheBelieves Cup, her role on the team as a veteran, preparations for the upcoming Summer Olympics in Paris and more.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of United States Women's National Team player Sophia Smith before her team's practice in Atlanta April 5.

Topics with the forward included the team returning to Atlanta for the SheBelieves Cup, preparing to face Japan at Mercedes Benz Stadium April 6, her role on the team and more.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of United States Women's National Team player Abby Dehlkemper before her team's practice in Atlanta April 4.

Topics with the defender included the team returning to Atlanta for the SheBelieves Cup, preparing to face Japan at Mercedes Benz Stadium April 6, her role on the team and preparing for the Olympics this upcoming summer.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United manager Gonzalo Pineda following his team's practice April 2.

Topics included the health status of Giorgos Giakoumakis, looking to find success in road contests and the team preparing to visit New York City FC April 6.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of United States Women's National Team player Sam Coffey before her team's practice in Atlanta April 4.

Topics included the team returning to Atlanta for the SheBelieves Cup, preparing to face Japan at Mercedes Benz Stadium April 6, her role on the team and preparing for the Olympics this upcoming summer.

We discuss Atlanta United preparing to visit NYC FC, the United States Women's Soccer National Team preparing to face Japan in the SheBelieves Cup in Atlanta, Wrestlemania 40 and more in the Sports Inquirer Musings.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United player Jay Fortune following his team's practice April 2.

Topics with the midfielder included recently playing for the Trinidad and Tobago National Team in a Copa America qualifying match against Canada, how the international experience translates to playing for Atlanta United, coming off the bench for Atlanta and making an immediate impact in numerous matches for Atlanta and the team preparing to visit New York City FC April 6.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of United States Women's National Team player Alex Morgan before her team's practice in Atlanta April 2.

Topics included the team returning to Atlanta for the SheBelieves Cup, preparing to face Japan at Mercedes Benz Stadium April 6, the construction of the national training facility in the same city, her role on the team with a young roster and preparing for the Olympics this upcoming summer.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United player Caleb Wiley following his team's practice April 2.

Topics with the defender included recently playing for the United States Men's Soccer U-23 National Team in matches against France and Guinea, the national team's form heading into the upcoming Summer Olympics in Paris, how the international experience translates to playing for Atlanta United and the team preparing to visit New York City FC April 6.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United manager Gonzalo Pineda following his team's practice March 29.

Topics included the team looking to rebound from its road loss against Toronto in its previous contest, having six players return from international duty, the health status of Stian Gregersen, Pineda's pre-match routine and the team preparing to host Chicago March 31.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United player Derrick Williams following his team's practice March 29.

Topics included Williams' adjustment to Atlanta, working alongside his teammates on the defensive end, communication tactics, playing on the pitch with emotion and the team preparing to host Chicago March 31.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United goalkeeper and captain Brad Guzan following the team's 2-0 home win over Orlando City March 17.

Topics included the victory, the team's defensive effort against a struggling Orlando City squad and areas of improvement through the early portion of the season.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United manager Gonzalo Pineda following the team's 2-0 home win over Orlando City March 17.

Topics included the victory, areas of improvement through the early portion of the season, the work rate of Giorgos Giakoumakis and the use of substitutes to make defensive adjustments in the second half.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United defender Stian Gregersen March 15.

Topics included the team preparing to host Orlando City March 17, playing alongside goalkeeper Brad Guzan, acclimating to Major League Soccer, playing in Mercedes Benz Stadium including the turf playing surface and moving to Atlanta.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United manager Gonzalo Pineda March 15.

Topics included the team preparing to host Orlando City March 17, the play of newly-acquired defender Stian Gregersen and the players representing their domestic countries during the upcoming international FIFA window.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Georgia State men's basketball head coach Jonas Hayes and guard Dwon Odom following the team's 68-59 home loss to Texas State in Sun Belt play February 24. Topics included the Panthers' defensive struggles, finding consistency in conference play and preparing to host James Madison February 28.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United player Saba Lobjanidze following the team's practice January 26.

Topics with the midfielder included the start of preseason camp, having a full offseason training with Atlanta United, preferred playing position on the pitch, using his experience to mentor the younger players and more.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United player Derrick Williams following the team's practice January 26.

Topics with the newly-acquired defender included the start of preseason camp, joining Atlanta United in the offseason, acclimating to the team, preferred playing position on the pitch, using his experience playing in Major League Soccer to mentor the younger players and more.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United manager Gonzalo Pineda following the team's practice January 26.

Topics included the start of preseason camp, the acquisition of defender Derrick Williams in the offseason, an injury/visa update on several players and the team's upcoming preseason match at Birmingham Legion FC January 27.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Georgia State football player Gavin Pringle December 14.

Topics with the senior defensive back included the Panthers preparing to face Utah State in the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl December 23 in Boise, Idaho, enjoying the atmosphere of the host city, handling roster changes with the transfer portal as an upperclassman, preparing to play in his first bowl game and the team looking to snap its five-game losing streak with a bowl victory.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Georgia State football Darren Grainger December 14.

Topics with the senior quarterback included the Panthers preparing to face Utah State in the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl December 23 in Boise, Idaho, enjoying the atmosphere of the host city, handling roster changes with the transfer portal as an upperclassman, preparting to play his final collegiate game and the team looking to snap its five-game losing streak with a bowl victory.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Georgia State football head coach Shawn Elliott December 14.

Topics included the Panthers preparing to face Utah State in the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl December 23 in Boise, Idaho, enjoying the atmosphere of the host city, handling roster changes with the transfer portal, balancing practices with recruiting for the Early Signing Day, the legacy of the seniors on the roster including quarterback Darren Grainger and the team looking to snap its five-game losing streak with a bowl victory.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Georgia Tech men's basketball players Tyzhaun Claude and Kowachie Reeves following the team's 70-49 home win over Alabama A&M December 9.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Georgia Tech men's basketball head coach Damon Stoudamire following the team's 70-49 home win over Alabama A&M December 9.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Georgia State football player Darren Grainger following the team's 42-14 home loss to Appalachian State in Sun Belt Conference play November 11.

Topics included the Panthers' offensive struggles throughout the contest, the team being in the midst of a three-game losing streak and preparing for the final two games of the season at LSU and Old Dominion.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Georgia State football head coach Shawn Elliott following the team's 42-14 home loss to Appalachian State in Sun Belt Conference play November 11.

Topics included the Panthers' offensive struggles throughout the contest, difficulties stopping the Mountaineers' offense, the team being in the midst of a three-game losing streak, seeking consistent play from the quarterback position and preparing for the final two games of the season at LSU and Old Dominion.

The Sports Inquirer spoke with Georgia Tech volleyball player Bianca Bertolino for an exclusive interview November 8.

Topics included the Yellow Jackets defeating nationally-ranked Louisville November 2, Bertolino delivered a career-best seven aces in the victory, the importance of the victory over the Cardinals on the national landscape, the team's dominant defensive performance in the win over Notre Dame November 4, playing in the 6-2 system, competing for the ACC Championship and preparing to host nationally-ranked Pitt November 10.

The Sports Inquirer spoke with Georgia Tech volleyball head coach Michelle Collier for an exclusive interview November 8.

Topics included the Yellow Jackets defeating nationally-ranked Louisville November 2, junior outside hitter Bianca Bertolino delivered a career-best seven aces in the victory, the importance of the victory over the Cardinals on the national landscape, the team's dominant defensive performance in the win over Notre Dame November 4, playing in the 6-2 system, competing for the ACC Championship and preparing to host nationally-ranked Pitt November 10.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United manager Gonzalo Pineda following his team's practice October 30 ahead of Match One of the Round One Best-Of-Three match at the Columbus Crew November 1 in the MLS Playoffs.

Topics included preparations for the match including handling the long layoff between the end of the regular season and the contest, Thiago Almada not being available for the match, the overall format of the MLS Playoffs and more.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United player Brooks Lennon following his team's practice October 30 ahead of Match One of the Round One Best-Of-Three match at the Columbus Crew November 1 in the MLS Playoffs.

Topics included preparations for the match including handling the long layoff between the end of the regular season and the contest, teammate Thiago Almada not being available for the match, the overall format of the MLS Playoffs and more.

The Sports Inquirer spoke with Georgia Tech volleyball player Anna Boezi for an exclusive interview October 24.

Topics with the sophomore middle blocker included the Yellow Jackets starting the season with 17 wins in their first 20 matches, earning a 3-1 home win over North Carolina October 22, seeing increased playing time this season, the recruitment process to Georgia Tech, adjusting to the city of Atlanta, the team being in contention for a conference championship and preparing to visit Boston College October 27.

The Sports Inquirer spoke with Georgia Tech volleyball head coach Michelle Collier for an exclusive interview October 24.

Topics included the Yellow Jackets starting the season with 17 wins in their first 20 matches, earning a 3-1 home win over North Carolina October 22, sophomore middle blocker Anna Boezi seeing increased playing time, senior libero Paola Pimentel and junior outside hitter Bianca Bertolino receiving ACC weekly honors, the team being in contention for a conference championship and preparing to visit Boston College October 27.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Georgia State football head coach Shawn Elliott following the team's 41-24 home win over Marshall in Sun Belt Conference play October 14.

Topics included the victory after losing the previous contest to Troy, motivation for the contest, using the previous bye week as an advantage in preparing for Marshall, special teams having a major impact on the contest and more.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United manager Gonzalo Pineda October 6.

Topics included Atlanta's 3-2 road loss to Philadelphia in its last contest October 4, Pineda's strong opinions on the potentially poor officiating in the contest, Atlanta's defensive struggles in the loss, preparing to host the Columbus Crew October 7 and the importance of the contest for positioning in the upcoming MLS Playoffs.

The Sports Inquirer spoke with Georgia Tech volleyball player Heloise Soares for an exclusive interview October 5.

Topics with the freshman setter included the recruitment process from her native Brazil to Georgia Tech, adjusting to the United States, seeing increased playing time including playing the majority of the team's 3-2 road victory at Wake Forest October 1, receiving support from her teammates and the team preparing to visit nationally-ranked Pitt October 6.

The Sports Inquirer spoke with Georgia Tech volleyball head coach Michelle Collier for an exclusive interview October 3.

Topics included the Yellow Jackets earning a 3-2 road victory over Wake Forest in ACC play October 1, the importance of serving aces and earning blocks on the defensive end in the victory, the emergence of freshman setter Heloise Soares and sophomore middle blocker Anna Boezi in the contest, the consistency of junior outside hitter Bianca Bertolino and the team preparing to visit nationally-ranked Pitt October 6.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Georgia State football head coach Shawn Elliott following the team's 28-7 home loss to Troy in Sun Belt Conference play September 30.

Topics included the team dropping its first contest of the season, how turnovers hindered the Panthers' efforts, the defense having to respond to the turnovers, Troy's defense of Georgia State's offense and how the team will approach the bye week ahead of its next contest against conference foe Marshall October 14.

The Sports Inquirer spoke with Georgia Tech volleyball player DeAndra Pierce for an exclusive interview September 27.

Topics with the junior middle blocker included the Austin, Texas native transferring from the University of Texas to Georgia Tech this offseason, her relationship with head coach Michelle Collier, adjusting to the Yellow Jackets program and the city of Atlanta, continuing to receive support from her family physically, finding more playing time on the court after redshirting last season, the team finding its form in ACC play and preparing to visit Virginia Tech September 29.