The ACU men's basketball opening game kickstarts college basketball across the country Wednesday against Eastern Tennessee State at 10:00 a.m. The Wildcats posted an impressive 20-11 record and finished second in the Southland conference standings. The preseason standings have the Wildcats finishing second again the conference. Season ... [Read More…]
Weekly predictions: ACU vs. Virginia
Weekly Predictions: ACU vs. Virginia Season Records: T-1st. Owen 3-2 T-1st. Carrie 3-2 3rd. Tavian 2-2 4th. Jalen 2-3 Owen: It’s within reason to suggest that the Wildcats should have waited to play in the spring. They weren’t ready for the season this fall. Certainly, COVID-19 has played a role in a tumultuous season, but the ... [Read More…]
ACU football’s future remains uncertain after disappointing season
After a long season filled with obstacles and difficulties, the Wildcats' football season will reach its scheduled finish on Saturday against the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. When the department of athletics first announced that football would play this year, it gave the ACU community something to look forward to and bring them ... [Read More…]
Election 2020: Editors make their predictions for the presidential race
Members of the Optimist Editorial Board have individually written their electoral college predictions for the upcoming presidential election. A prediction is not an endorsement for a candidate, as the Optimist will not endorse a presidential candidate in the upcoming 2020 election. ACU Optimist 2020 Presidential Election Predictions Owen ... [Read More…]
Wildcats prepare to face off against Mercer in Georgia
The Wildcats are still searching for their first win this season and hope to earn it as they prepare to square off against the Mercer Bears. As for Mercer, they are 0-2 this season and are coming off a 49-3 loss against Army. Leading the Bears' offense is junior quarterback Harrison Frost, who threw for 228 yards while throwing for two ... [Read More…]
Weekly predictions: ACU vs. Mercer
Weekly Predictions: ACU vs. Mercer Season Records: T-1st. Owen 2-1 T-1st. Carrie 2-1 T-1st. Madi 2-1 4th. Tavian 1-1 5th. Jalen 1-2 Owen: The Wildcats are off to their worst start since 2016 where they lost its first seven games of the season. That finally changes Saturday when they take down Mercer. There’s not much to gauge ... [Read More…]
My COVID-19 quarantine experience
It all started last week on October 16, the day before Homecoming. I was on my way to help distribute the Homecoming issue for the Optimist, and I had plans to work on group projects and hang out with my friends a few hours later. Like I usually do, I checked my emails to see if I had heard back from any potential sources for my articles, ... [Read More…]
Wildcats and Lumberjacks prepare for matchup in Arlington
After three long weeks without ACU football, the Wildcats will be back in action on Saturday against a familiar conference foe, Stephen F. Austin. "We are really excited, and the team is excited," said head coach Adam Dorrel. "They are the only conference team that we are playing this year, and it will be great to get back on the football field ... [Read More…]
Cross country completes historic season at Naimadu Classic
After a season full of ups and downs, ACU's cross country concluded its fall season Saturday with the annual Naimadu Classic against Texas State and the University of Texas in San Antonio. The Wildcats had a strong season in regards to time and placement in the meets. They also built on their depth and grew their skills as a team. But according ... [Read More…]
Volleyball set to return in February
After the fall season's postponement due to COVID-19, ACU's volleyball team will return to the court competitively starting in February. "We are excited to work towards our spring competition season and are thankful to be on campus here in Abilene," said head coach Angela Mooney. "To attend classes, train and all work together, especially since ... [Read More…]