After much uncertainty due to COVID-19, the Fulbright U.S. Student Program is continuing with its programs and grants. Even though the program is moving forward, the pandemic has had plenty of time to influence decisions. Some of these include the delay of the program for students in the fall and sending some of the scholars home in the spring ... [Read More…]
Former Wildcats added to track and field coaching staff
Mackenzie West and Brielle Collett, both who have run for ACU Track and Field, will be part of the coaching staff now led by head coach Jerrod Cook. "My biggest draw to them was their heart, passion and dedication," said Cook. "Not only towards people, but for ACU and the program. They are tremendous ambassadors for ACU. The character they have ... [Read More…]
Weekly predictions: ACU vs. UTEP
Weekly Predictions: ACU vs. UTEP Owen: Wildcat football has returned. Unfortunately, the delayed start could benefit UTEP with two games already under its belt. After a hard-fought comeback against Stephen F. Austin in the season-opener, the Miners were no match against the Longhorns. Nevertheless, UTEP will likely be less anxious coming out of ... [Read More…]
Wildcats set to square off against Miners in El Paso
The Wildcats are set to begin a historic season Saturday against the University of Texas at El Paso. As for the Miners, they have already played two games this season. In week one, they came back to win against one of ACU's familiar foes, the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks, 24-14. Then in week two, suffered a 59-3 loss thanks to the University of ... [Read More…]
Season predictions: ACU football
Owen: The Wildcats will have their hands full in a historic fall season. Following the departure of former starting quarterback Luke Anthony, questions arise on offense. However, head coach Adam Dorrel has praised the new freshman class as one of the best he’s ever coached. With a tough schedule ahead and a dismal finish to last season, ACU will ... [Read More…]
Intramural leagues return during pandemic
Intramural leagues are returning to campus despite concerns regarding the ongoing pandemic. Though these concerns are valid, the intramural staff has a plan to combat the virus. "The main approach we have at the current moment is in the competitions we offer, focusing on individual sports and team sports not involving physical contact," said ... [Read More…]
ACU’s response to NCAA’s coronavirus recruiting ban
The Department of Athletics is still working on a plan for recruiting in light of the NCAA's temporary recruitment ban. Athletic director Allen Ward said it was premature to talk more about how ACU coaches are moving forward in light of the dramatic impacts of COVID-19, the novel coronavirus. "We have focused solely on student-athlete welfare ... [Read More…]
McLeod drains last-second shot, Wildcats prevail against Cardinals
It took overtime on Saturday for the Wildcats to secure a 76-69 win against the University of Incarnate Word. "I’m extremely proud of this team," said head coach Julie Goodenough, "and tying for second place in the conference represents how hard they have worked ever since this season started in June." With the victory, The Wildcats secured a ... [Read More…]
Golightly sets career-high in win over Stephen F. Austin
The Wildcats took down another top-seeded Southland Conference team during their last home game on Tuesday, overwhelming the Ladyjacks, 88-62. "I'm really proud of our team," said head coach Julie Goodenough. "This was our third game in seven days, and you wouldn't have known that by the way our players played with so much high energy and ... [Read More…]
ACU’s winning streak continues against Central Arkansas
The Wildcats won their fourth game in a row on Saturday, defeating the Central Arkansas Sugar Bears, 93-71, just in time for Senior Day. "It was a well-played game," said head coach Julie Goodenough. "It was an emotional day, especially since we have such a great group. These seniors invested so much in this program, and we wanted today to be a ... [Read More…]