The official student newspaper of University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire since 1923.

The Spectator
The official student newspaper of University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire since 1923.

The Spectator
The official student newspaper of University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire since 1923.

The Spectator
Erik Mikalofsky

Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor

Erik Mikalofsky is a fourth-year political science major and this is his second semester at The Spectator. In his free time, he enjoys fishing, going to live sporting events and playing copious amounts of MLB The Show and NCAA Football on his Xbox One.

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Blugold players celebrate a goal in Friday’s game against Lake Forest College.

Blugolds men’s soccer advances to the Sweet 16

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
November 19, 2024
Second-year Ian Pepple is declared victorious in one of his matches.

Blugold Wrestling kicks off their season at the Yellowjacket Open

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
November 5, 2024
A compilation of me at sporting events, attending concerts and doing sports-related activities.

Tastemakers

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
October 30, 2024
Athlete Students

Athlete Students

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
October 29, 2024
Van Halen’s 1978 debut album cover features a striking design that encapsulates the energy of the band. (Photo from Warner Brothers Records)

Spectator Sing Along Power Hour: The nuclear bomb that is ‘Van Halen I’

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
October 11, 2024
Second-year Lilly Kaminski lines up for a tee shot.

UW-Eau Claire women’s golf takes sixth at WIAC

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
October 8, 2024
Pinewski looks to take a shot on goal in the game against Bethel College.

Elise Pinewski wins WIAC Player of the Week Honors

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
September 24, 2024
Pedro Grifol and home plate umpire Marvin Hudson get into an argument after Grifol is ejected from an April 28, 2023 game against the Tampa Bay Rays.

The Incompetence of the 2024 Chicago White Sox

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
September 24, 2024
Owen Backus pursues a ball before scoring his first collegiate goal.

Men’s soccer Beats UW-Superior at home, women’s soccer ties against Albion College Friday and loses on Saturday against North Central

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
September 18, 2024
Second-year Peyton Gullickson looks to make a pass.

Women’s Lacrosse defeats UW-Stout in ‘War on I-94’ tilt

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
April 25, 2024
Hertel working on drafting legal documents. (Photo from Hertel Law)

Campus attorney Harry Hertel stepping away after 41 years

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
April 24, 2024
First-year Breann Blanchard slides home safely on a sacrifice bunt in game two.

Blugolds split weekend doubleheader with UWSP

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
April 16, 2024
My friends from high school and I posing for a picture before a game between the San Francisco Giants and Milwaukee Brewers. I made the amateur decision of buying tickets directly in the sun and not bringing sunglasses with me to the game.

Nostalgialistic: Another day at the ballpark

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
April 11, 2024
The Blugolds just started their outdoor season. There is still a lot to come. Photo by Colin McClowry from UWEC Track & Field used with permission.

Track and field outdoor season begins

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
April 10, 2024
The Blugolds at bat. These games brought the Blugolds to 10-6 overall for the season so far. Photo used with permission from UWEC Sports Information.

Blugolds sweep Friday doubleheader against MSOE

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
April 2, 2024
UW-Eau Claire gymnasts in full spirits after their record-setting meet.

Three Blugold gymnasts advance to nationals in Pennsylvania in two weeks

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
March 15, 2024
Police Blotter

Police Blotter

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
March 13, 2024
Goalie Alexandria Shea with the ball. Photo by Shane Opatz from UWEC Photo used with permission.

Blugolds lose season opener against Kalamazoo College

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
March 6, 2024
McGuine smiles with her teammate in the pool. Photo by Shane Opatz from UWEC Photo used with persmission

McGuine and Massie take home WIAC Scholar-Athlete Awards

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
March 1, 2024
Blugolds celebrate the overtime winner.

Blugolds drop series opener against UW-Stout but win 5 hour contest in finale, advancing to WIAC Championship

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
February 27, 2024
Athlete Students

Athlete Students

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
February 13, 2024
Third-year Harriet Toth attempts on the vault. Photo used with permission from Bill Hoepner.

Blugolds soar to victory against Simpson College Friday night

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
February 13, 2024
Blugolds celebrating a goal in earlier game this season against St. Benedict. Photo used with permission from Shane Opatz.

Blugolds drop heartbreaker against UW-River Falls but sweep weekend series against Northland College

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
February 13, 2024
Kansas City is going to have to put all hands on deck for San Francisco’s weapons in the passing game. (photo from National Football League)

Super Bowl 58 preview: Deja vu or drought breaker

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
February 8, 2024
Fourth-year guard Nolan Blair looking to make a pass.

Men’s basketball drops conference matchup against UW-Oshkosh

Story by Erik Mikalofsky, Sports Editor
February 7, 2024
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