The Failed Lighthouse Project and How it Led to the Islanders New Arena
Daniel Johnston, Impact Staff
December 13, 2018
On Saturday December 1st, the New York Islanders returned to the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum for the first time since April 25th, 2015. The last time the Islanders played a game at the Coliseum, they forced a deciding game 7 against the Washington Capitals during the first round of the 2015 Sta...
The Mets are Going All In
Daniel Johnston, Impact Staff
December 13, 2018
In 2015, the New York Mets shocked everyone in Major League Baseball. The Mets, after years of turmoil, made it all the way to the World Series. Losing in 5 games to the Kansas City Royals. The Mets were led by one of the most dynamic young pitching rotations since the Atlanta Braves in the 1990’s....
Procastination and it’s Affects on College Students
Daniel Johnston, Impact Staff
December 13, 2018
While attending college, it can be very difficult to stay on top of all of the schoolwork that professors give out on a weekly basis. Many college students have a hard time balancing their assignments while still trying to get an adequate amount of sleep, work a part-time job, as well as have some remanence...
It’s Time for the Jets to Move on From Todd Bowles
Daniel Johnston, Impact Staff
November 20, 2018
Fans of the New York Jets are suffering once again. The Jets currently sit at 3-7 and have lost four straight games heading into their bye week. Many of the Jets long suffering fans are blaming Todd Bowels, the teams Head Coach, for the players all around lack of effort. Bowles took over as Head...
Islanders Hope to Have Success Under New Regime
Daniel Johnston, Impact Staff
October 11, 2018
The New York Islanders of the National Hockey League have had a disappointing last few seasons. The Islanders have not made the postseason since the 2015-2016 NHL season. Last season, they finished with 80 points and had the worst defense in the NHL. The biggest story heading into this past off-season...
Alternatively Educated
Daniel Johnston, Impact Staff
October 2, 2018
There are many issues a student can face throughout their four years in high school. Some students struggle with mental health issues such as anxiety and depression, while others may have a learning disability such as dyslexia or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, otherwise known as ADHD. These is...
The Jets Have Hope for the Future
Daniel Johnston, Impact Staff
September 17, 2018
For many years, the New York Jets have been one of the laughing stocks of the NFL. Alongside the Cleveland Browns, they have consistently finished at the bottom of the league standings and have not made the postseason since they went 11-5 in 2010. The last time the Jets finished the season with ...
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