After a long week that included three games, ACU concluded with a victory over Northern Colorado on the road, 81-61. "I'm really proud of our players, especially since it is always tough to travel, play on the road and beat a good team on the road," said head coach Julie Goodenough. "This was the first time the team has left Abilene, and our ... [Read More…]
Wildcats dominate UT-Permian Basin at home
ACU women's basketball continued its dominance at home this season with a 95-55 win against the University of Texas at Permian Basin Tuesday. "They challenged us in a lot of ways that we haven't really challenged ourselves with while in practice," said head coach Julie Goodenough. "It was great for us to experience different looks, ones that ... [Read More…]
Season predictions: ACU basketball
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…]
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