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Bonneau optimistic after solid weekend from pitching staff

April 10, 2018 by Jonathan Raitz

Baseball wrapped up the first half of its conference schedule at McNeese State over the weekend and avoided getting swept for the third-straight conference series thanks in large part from some strong pitching performances. The Wildcats entered the weekend against the defending conference champions, fresh off a 16-0 drubbing of Prairie View ... [Read More…]

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Offense bests defense 24-22 in spring game

April 8, 2018 by Jonathan Raitz

Football concluded spring ball on Friday night, as the sophomore Luke Anthony found junior Josh Fink on a 42-yard slant to score a late touchdown and defeat the defense 24-22. The spring game was a conclusion of 14 practices and one scrimmage that saw the team make a steady progression and become acquainted and re-acquainted with new and old ... [Read More…]

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Smith, Kyle lead charge in 16-0 win over Prairie View A&M

April 6, 2018 by Jonathan Raitz

After losing nine straight games falling to .500, the Wildcats roared to life Wednesday night with a 16-0 victory over Prairie View A&M. ACU nearly broke its losing streak twice during the span. Once in a 7-6 defeat in extra innings against perennial powerhouse Sam Houston State last Friday and again on Tuesday when the Wildcats trailed the ... [Read More…]

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Women’s tennis hits stride over weekend

April 6, 2018 by Jonathan Raitz

With the men idle for a few weeks, the women defended home court against conference leader Northwestern State and handily defeated long-time rival Stephen F. Austin. Against the Lady Demons, the Wildcats rebounded from an early deficit, after losing the doubles point, to earn a 4-3 victory behind wins at the No. 3 and No. 6 spots from freshmen ... [Read More…]

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Tennis posts perfect weekend in Louisiana

March 27, 2018 by Jonathan Raitz

Men's and women's tennis combined for an undefeated 4-0 weekend in Louisiana after the women came away with a dominant 6-1 victory over Southeastern Louisiana. Sophomore Sarah Adams, who was a perfect 2-0 with her partner freshman Nini Memishishi in doubles matches over the weekend, said the wins will help the team get back on track. "It was ... [Read More…]

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Tennis approaches midway point in conference

March 23, 2018 by Jonathan Raitz

The conference tennis season is underway for both the men's and women's teams, but business is about to pick for the squads. The men are undefeated through two conference matches after wins over Nicholls State and Lamar. The Wildcats are set to battle a full slate this week and weekend, taking on local rivals, McMurry and Hardin-Simmons ... [Read More…]

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New LGBTQ policy shows commitment to ACU values

March 21, 2018 by Jonathan Raitz

To avoid skirting around the issue I will begin with this: I agree with ACU’s new stance on same-sex dating relationships. And I do not believe the university is acting out of hatred or insensitivity. In fact, I would contend that though this new policy might feel rash or unexpected, by breaking silence on the issue, the university is sacrificing ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Columns, Opinion

Men to face Drake in first-ever CIT appearance

March 10, 2018 by Jonathan Raitz

The Wildcats knew their season would continue after accepting an invitation to the Collegeinsider.com Tournament (CIT), but they didn't know much more. But Saturday morning ACU found out the where and the who, as the men are scheduled to take on Drake at the Knapp Center on Monday, March 12. The game which has been dubbed, the Lou Henson ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Breaking News, Showcase, Sports

Softball ‘netting’ too many homeruns

March 9, 2018 by Jonathan Raitz

After several years of being pelted by homeruns out to left field, the Poly Wells Field scoreboard finally got some protection. Along with replacing the panels that were broken by long balls, the department of athletics enclosed the front side of the board with a net to prevent it from the Wildcats' onslaught of heavy hitters. Last season alone ... [Read More…]

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Men earn historic CIT tournament invitation

March 9, 2018 by Jonathan Raitz

Despite a 69-59 win over Incarnate Word to close out the regular season, the Wildcats postseason future was unclear. But on Wednesday afternoon the men found out their season would continue, as they accepted an invitation to the Collegeinsider.com Tournament (CIT). ACU was knocked out of Southland Conference Tournament contention just 15 minutes ... [Read More…]

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The Optimist staff won several awards and competed at the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association 2026 convention in Denton this weekend. Students participated in live contests and submitted work from the past year into the competition.Here are the results.- 1st place: Live print news writing, Ashley Henderson- 1st place: Live print sports writing, Roman Raffaeli- 2nd place: Live tv announcing, Zion Webb- 2nd place: Live news photo, Daniel Curd- 2nd place: Newscast, Optimist Staff- Honorable mention: Documentary (video), Makayla Clayton- 2nd place: Documentary, JMC documentary production class- 3rd place: General news, Callie Leverett- Honorable mention: General column, Zion Webb- Honorable mention: Sports reporting (video), Roman Raffaeli- Honorable mention: Live sports action photo, Daniel Curd- Honorable mention: General news video story, Ashley Henderson- Honorable mention: Photo illustrations (Daniel Curd & Optimist staffStudents also received awards for their work through KACU and ACUTV.- 1st place: In-depth news reporting (audio), Ashley Henderson- 1st place: General news audio story, Baylie Simon- 1st place: Live sports coverage (video), Roman Raffaeli & London Gray- 2nd place: Live sports coverage (video), Josiah Wonnell & Londyn Gray- 3rd place: General news audio story, Ashley Henderson- 2nd place: Sportscast (audio), Daisy Strine & Zion Webb- 3rd place: Sportscast (audio), Daisy Strine & Zion Webb- 3rd place: Feature reporting (audio), Baylie Simon- Honorable Mention: Feature reporting (audio), Josiah Wonnell#acuoptimist #abilenechristianuniversity #studentmedia #tipa2026 ... See MoreSee Less

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Sororities and fraternities began New Member Orientation with Bid Day, officially starting the pledging process this weekend.Originally scheduled for last week, the start was delayed due to winter weather that brought snow and ice to campus. Clubs and their sponsors gathered at designated locations on and off campus to complete tasks assigned by their officers.To view the full photo gallery, visit acuoptimist.com or click the link in our bio. #acuoptimist #abilenechristianuniversity #greeklife 📸: Daniel Curdacuoptimist.com/2026/02/gallery-clubs-begin-new-member-orientation-after-weather-delay/?fbclid=PA... ... See MoreSee Less

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