Established 1874.

The Oberlin Review
Established 1874.

The Oberlin Review
Established 1874.

The Oberlin Review
Alexis Dill

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor

Alexis Dill is a junior from Avon, OH. She's an English major with minors in history and rhetoric, and has been with the Review as a section editor for two years. When she's not working on the sports section of the next issue, she's playing softball or spending time with her teammates.

All content by Alexis Dill

YeoFit Undergoes Schedule Changes

Alexis Dill, Alexa Stevens, and
December 13, 2019
Marija Crook and Lilly Crook

Marija and Lilly Crook: Sisters and Cross Country Teammates

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
November 22, 2019
Glendenning presents her research on cell communication.

Leandre Glendenning, Biologist and Softball Player

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
September 27, 2019

Senior Trio Poised to Repeat as Conference Champions

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
September 6, 2019

In Time of Transition, Field Hockey Finds Best Start in Years

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
September 6, 2019
Preying Manti Win National Title

Preying Manti Win National Title

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
May 24, 2019
Inez James, a former Oberlin head volleyball coach, ran for Lorain City Council in this year’s primary election. Although she will not move onto the November election, she said the experience was a positive one.

Former Oberlin Varsity Volleyball Coach Runs for Lorain City Council

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
May 10, 2019
In his last official at-bat for the Yeomen, College senior and baseball captain Brendan Mapes hit an RBI single into right field to break the school’s single-season hits record. Mapes departs Oberlin as one of the best players and most respected leaders in program history.

Baseball Captain Brendan Mapes Breaks Two Records, Closes Out Illustrious Career

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
May 10, 2019
The intramural softball league provides an opportunity for non-varsity athletes to stay active and engage in a low-commitment afternoon activity, but many varsity athletes and retired student-athletes also take advantage of the relaxed yet competitive atmosphere this spring.

IM Softball Builds Community and Competitive Spirit

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
May 3, 2019

Pole Vaulter Sarah Voit Finds Success in Her Very First Season

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
April 26, 2019

OC Athletics Senior Day Photo Series

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
April 26, 2019
After 14 years of scandals, injuries, and other setbacks, many golf fans and professional athletes are calling Tiger Woods’ Masters win last Sunday the greatest comeback in sports history. For Woods, however, it meant way more: It was the first time his two children got to see him at his best.

Woods’ Victory is a Story of Fatherhood, Not Redemption

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
April 19, 2019
Zachary Vaughn

In The Locker Room with Zachary Vaughn, Junior Tennis Player, Undergraduate Research Fellow, and STEM Student

Alexis Dill and Jane Agler
April 19, 2019
Women’s Basketball Head Coach Kerry Jenkins and his players share a laugh at the December ring ceremony celebrating their NCAC championship. Jenkins, who announced his plans to step away from the program a month ago, departs Oberlin as the winningest coach in program history.

All Good Things Must Come to an End: Jenkins Steps Down After 11 Seasons Leading Women’s Basketball

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
April 12, 2019

NBA Fans and Players Mourn Nipsey Hussle, Celebrate His Legacy After Rapper’s Death

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
April 5, 2019

In The Locker Room with Clare Tiedemann, Track and Field First-Year

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
April 5, 2019
Liv Canning

In The Locker Room with Olivia Canning, Senior Basketball Center

Alexis Dill and Jane Agler
March 15, 2019

Former Men’s Soccer Players Take Up Horseback Riding

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
March 15, 2019
College senior and women’s lacrosse player Sabrina Deleonibus was recruited to play basketball at Oberlin, but quit after her first year to join the women’s lacrosse team. She is now one of the Yeowomen’s biggest offensive threats and a leader on the team.

Walk-Ons Are Crucial to Varsity Athletic Success

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
March 8, 2019
Izzy and Emily Berner

In The Locker Room with Emily and Izzy Berner, Student-Athletes and Sisters

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
March 1, 2019
Students from Brotherhood Hall in the Afrikan Heritage House, the Black History Month Committee, and Professor of English Yago Colás hosted a 3-on-3 basketball tournament this past Sunday. Over 30 students and community members got together to celebrate Black History Month and enjoy an afternoon of pickup.

Breaking Down Barriers Through Basketball

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
February 22, 2019
The men’s basketball team looks to conclude their regular season on a high note tomorrow at Wabash College, after compiling the team’s best record in over a decade. The leadership and perseverance of the upperclassmen have been indispensable to the team’s success.

New Year, New Record for Men’s Basketball

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
February 15, 2019
Sara Chang, Delaney Black, Tyler Collins, Hannah Rasmussen, and Ellisa Lang all display athletic prowess in each of their respective elements.

For National Girls & Women in Sports Day, Oberlin’s Female Athletes Share Their Stories

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
February 8, 2019
Jahkeem Wheatley

In The Locker Room with Daniel Mukasa and Jahkeem Wheatley, Senior Pole Vaulters and Best Friends

Alexis Dill and Jane Agler
February 8, 2019
Womens Basketball Gets New Bling

Women’s Basketball Gets New Bling

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
December 7, 2018

Howard Scandal Exposes Homophobia

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
November 30, 2018
VAs Host Dodgeball Throwdown

VAs Host Dodgeball Throwdown

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
November 30, 2018
College senior and mens lacrosse captain Elie Small

Student-Athletes Shine at Sharing Stages

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
November 16, 2018

‘Enough’: NBA Players Take a Stand Against Gun Violence

Nathan Carpenter and Alexis Dill
November 16, 2018

Senior Student-Athletes Must Balance Athletics, Academics, Impending Graduation

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
November 9, 2018
The women’s cross country team beat Allegheny College by one point Saturday, Oct. 27 at the North Coast Athletic Conference Championship, and took home the trophy for the first time in three years. Numerous members of the team credit their leadership and discipline for giving them the slight advantage over the Gators.

Yeowomen Dethrone Gators, Capture Coveted NCAC Title

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
November 2, 2018
The 1986 Oberlin College baseball team set a program record for wins in a single season with 15. Joe Johnson, who was a legend in the program from 1984–86, broke five individual records that year.

Remembering an Oberlin Legend: Joe Johnson

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
October 12, 2018
Justin Godfrey

In The Locker Room with Justin Godfrey, Defensive Lineman and Northeast Ohio Native

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
October 12, 2018
Softball Celebrates Canadian Thanksgiving

Softball Celebrates Canadian Thanksgiving

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
October 12, 2018

LeBron’s ‘Student Athlete’ Exposes NCAA Hypocrisy

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
October 5, 2018
Happy Homecoming for Former Baseball Standout

Happy Homecoming for Former Baseball Standout

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
October 5, 2018

In Defense of Sports Journalism

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
September 28, 2018
Zach Taylor, one of the best quarterbacks in program history, credits his success on and off the football field to his faith. He leads Athlete Bible Study, which meets Tuesday nights at 8 p.m. in the Zechiel House lounge.

Faith Fuels Zach Taylor On and Off the Field

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
September 28, 2018
College sophomore Michael Candelori.

In The Locker Room with Michael Candelori, Men’s Soccer Player and Filmmaker

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
September 21, 2018
Swimming and Diving to the Beat of a New Pool

Swimming and Diving to the Beat of a New Pool

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
September 21, 2018
Junior All-American thrower Naeisha McClain.

Good Recruiting Leads to Great Success for Cross Country, Track and Field

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
September 14, 2018
Malachi and Jabari Clemons with their mother.

In The Locker Room with Jabari and Malachi Clemons, Teammates and Brothers

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
September 14, 2018
YeoFit Knocks Out Grand Opening

YeoFit Knocks Out Grand Opening

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
September 14, 2018
The seven seniors on the field hockey team.

Field Hockey Maximizes Holistic College Experience

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
September 7, 2018
The Patricia ’63 & Merrill ’61 Shanks Health and Wellness Center opened Aug. 28 after two years of construction. Inside, students can find a lounge, a fitness center full of new cardio equipment, and several multipurpose rooms that will be used for spinning, yoga, and other YeoFit classes.

New Building Promises Better Access to Wellness in Academic Year

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
September 7, 2018
Senior Lilah Drafts-Johnson turns the corner in the Bob Kahn Invitational April 7. The women’s track and field team won their second consecutive NCAC Outdoor Championship Saturday.

Newton, Drafts-Johnson Lead Team to NCAC Championship

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
May 11, 2018

Hammon Should Exemplify Fight Against Sexism in Sports

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
May 11, 2018

LeBron James Deserves Reverence, Even If He Leaves Cleveland

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
May 4, 2018

MLB Should Expand Influence in Latin America

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
April 27, 2018

Pro Athletes Destigmatize Mental Illness

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
April 20, 2018
Distance runner Owen Mittenthal, who has enjoyed a successful senior season thus far. In the All-Ohio Championships Saturday, Mittenthal earned his team a point in the 1,500-meter, finishing the race at 4:07.00.

Track and Field Teams Dominate at All-Ohio

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
April 20, 2018
Junior catcher Brendan Mapes rips the ball against competition in Tucson, AZ. Mapes currently leads the team in conference play with a .350 batting average.

First NCAC Win Gives Baseball Confidence, Momentum

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
April 13, 2018

Philanthropy Lifts Athletics to Next Level

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
April 6, 2018
Senior Mayada Audeh warms up for the ITA Central Regionals, hosted by Oberlin in September. Over spring break, the Yeowomen won all three of their matches, giving them a six-game winning streak heading into conference play.

Hughes, McDermott Highlight Successful Spring Break Trip

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
March 30, 2018

Shaquem Griffin Deserves Serious Chance to Play in NFL

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
March 9, 2018
Senior Reese Koburov scored 24 goals and collected 12 assists last year. He scored once in the Yeomen’s season-opening victory against Adrian College last Saturday and intends to continue dominating on the offensive end when Olivet College comes to Oberlin tomorrow for a 1 p.m. matchup.

Yeomen Dominate Adrian College Bulldogs in Season Opener

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
March 2, 2018

James, Athletes Have Right to Discuss Political Issues

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
February 23, 2018

Chief Wahoo Logo Overhaul Long Overdue, Despite Fan Disappointment

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
February 9, 2018
College senior Sandra Kibble is the co-chair of SAAC and co-captain of the varsity softball team.

In The Locker Room with Sandra Kibble, SAAC Co-Chair

Alex McNicoll and Alexis Dill
February 9, 2018
Major Joe Womack of the Mobile Environmental Justice Action Coalition leads Oberlin students on a tour of Africatown.

Students Help Africatown Fight for Environmental Justice

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
December 8, 2017
Monique Newton lets out a roar at last winter’s NCAA Division III Indoor Championships. The track and field teams began their season Saturday at the Fifth-Annual Spartan Holiday Classic at Case Western Reserve University. Newton, who won the women’s national championship last season, reclaimed her first-place status with two wins and earned NCAC Field Athlete of the Week.

Women Finish First, Men Second in Track & Field Opener

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
December 8, 2017

Perspective: A Thank You to Baseball

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
November 17, 2017
College senior Paddy McCabe discusses a survey he took on his desired campus improvements with Student Senate Vice Chair Kameron Dunbar and President Carmen Ambar. Students who participated received a free Krispy Kreme donut.

Student Senate Holds First Annual Constituents’ Week

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
November 17, 2017

President Ambar Announces Hate Speech Policy in Wake of Posters

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
October 27, 2017

ResEd Undergoes Structural Changes

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
October 27, 2017

Students Demand Role on Board of Trustees

Alexis Dill and Sydney Allen
October 6, 2017
Feature Photo: Office of Religious and Spiritual Life Holds Las Vegas Vigil

Feature Photo: Office of Religious and Spiritual Life Holds Las Vegas Vigil

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
October 6, 2017
Jim Barnhart, Executive Chef at The Hotel at Oberlin

Jim Barnhart, Executive Chef at The Hotel at Oberlin

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
September 29, 2017
Oberlin City Council Clerk Belinda Anderson at Monday’s City Council meeting, where the council discussed a potential amendment to Oberlin’s City Codes that would give increased rights and protections to LGBTQ community members.

Council Votes for LGBTQ Protections

Alexis Dill and Eliza Guinn
September 22, 2017

News Brief: Graduate Accused of Quadruple Homicide

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
September 15, 2017

Enrollment Drop Creates Financial Shortfall

Sydney Allen and Alexis Dill
September 8, 2017
Students stand in a line at DeCafé, where they can now use meal swipes to purchase food.

DeCafé Changes Provide Increased Options, Longer Wait

Sydney Allen, Alexis Dill, and Eliza Guinn
September 8, 2017

City Council Unanimously Overturns Columbus Day

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
September 1, 2017
President Marvin Krislov announced Tuesday that he will become the eighth president of Pace University. After 10 years at Oberlin, he will begin at his new post Aug. 1.

Krislov Named President of Pace University

Melissa Harris and Alexis Dill
February 17, 2017
Former Agave Burrito Bar and Tequilaria owner Joe Waltzer, OC 98, (left) stands outside of the burrito bar with new owners Nikki and Jon Stipp and their son Augie. The couple will reopen the restaurant the week of Feb. 20.

Agave to Reopen Under New Ownership

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
February 10, 2017
First-year Paige Davies races in the 200-yard butterfly. The swimming and diving teams begin the Fredonia Invitational in Fredonia, NY, today.

Prangley Smashes Pool Record at Wittenberg Meet

Alexis Dill, Sports Editor
December 2, 2016

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