‘Searching for flow’: BU professor develops interventions to help athletes get in the zone

By Mary Goetz, Arts & Community Editor • October 1, 2025

Edson Filho, a BU associate professor of sport, exercise and performance psychology, published a research study Sept. 4, in which he tested interventions on an international-level dart thrower with the aim of unlocking a "flow state."

Director of BU track and field, cross country steps down following abuse allegations

By Mara Mellits and Brendan Galvin • April 26, 2024

After five years as the director of Boston University’s track and field and cross country teams, Gabe Sanders stepped down Thursday afternoon, according to a press release from BU Athletics.

King Patrick Mahomes ushers in a new era of quarterbacks with second Super Bowl win | Minority Report

By Lincoln Son Currie • February 21, 2023

Mahomes is much more than a great quarterback. He’s the death knell for the statuesque white quarterback of Manning or Brady’s ilk. 

A letter to former high school athletes

By Grace Knoop • December 7, 2021

Through club sports and different fitness groups on campus, I have found the perfect balance.

Gaming the System: Remembering athletes as people and not machines

By Nick Speranza • December 1, 2021

The death of professional Overwatch player Kyeong-bo Kim, known by his ingame alias “Alarm,” leaves many in shock and mourning.

My Tips on Getting on the Running Trail

By Grace Knoop • April 23, 2021

I’m not a pro runner by any means, but here are some tips that I have learned from my journey.