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Elmer Gray Stadium: A Track and Field Legend

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In 1976, Mickey Mantle told reporters he got goose bumps when he entered Yankee Stadium. He said he could feel the spirits of Yankee greats past and present walking around him. That legendary ballpark in the Bronx is a baseball museum. For track and field, that museum is Elmer Gray Stadium. Former Olympians, world record holders, world champions ... [Read More…]

Sing Song stress overshadows fun

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No event embodies the ACU spirit more than Sing Song. The props, costumes, acts and hosts add up to create the most elaborate and extravagant event on campus each year. Unfortunately, it seems many aren't enjoying Sing Song as much as they could. First, a disclaimer: I have never done Sing Song. This is probably to my detriment because Sing Song ... [Read More…]

Gibson construction delayed due to Sing Song

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Sing Song visitors and participants are perhaps unknowingly reaping the benefits of a decision earlier this year to delay construction of the new Student Recreational and Wellness Center until after Sing Song. Construction and remodeling of the Gibson Health and P.E. Center was delayed until the Monday after Sing Song, with the entire process ... [Read More…]

Olympics remain political

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On Feb. 22, 1980, a group of ragtag American hockey players shocked the Soviets in a game that transcended the boundaries of traditional sports. Thirty years later, the impact and importance of the "Miracle on Ice" still merits evaluation. The Americans beat a Soviet team loaded with world-class talent. At the time, NHL players did not participate ... [Read More…]

Sing Song judges selected, remain unnamed

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As tradition dictates, a panel of 30 judges from various fields will determine the winners of this year's Sing Song competition. Tom Craig, director of student productions and Sing Song director, said the judges were drawn from faculty and staff, alumni and professionals from the music or event industry. However, Craig said the names of the judges ... [Read More…]

Former coach, teacher Willard Tate passes away

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Willard Tate, legendary basketball coach, preacher, communication professor and inspirational speaker, died Friday in Abilene after a long illness. He was 74. Tate served ACU for more than 30 years in many different roles. He coached the ACU men's basketball team for seven seasons, from 1973-80, before leaving the hardwood for the classroom. After ... [Read More…]

Wildcats release 2010 football schedule

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ACU Wildcats' 2010 Schedule Sept. 4 at Washburn 6 p.m. (Topeka, Kan.) Sept. 11 at Northeastern 7 p.m. (Tahlequah, Okla.) Sept. 18 East Central 6 p.m. (Abilene) Sept. 25 Tarleton State 6 p.m. (Abilene) Oct. 2 TAMU-K 7 p.m. (Kingsville) Oct. 9 Midwestern St. 2 p.m. (Abilene) Oct. 16 at ... [Read More…]

Wildcats win series with UCO

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The Wildcats' bats exploded during their four-game weekend series with Central Oklahoma. The 'Cats scored 49 runs and took three of four games from the Bronchos, improving to 7-1 on the season. The Wildcats started the weekend series by cranking UCO 15-6 on Saturday afternoon, followed by a 12-1 run-rule victory Sunday. Monday's doubleheader was a ... [Read More…]

Hallowed Halls: Crutcher Scott Field

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(First in a four-part series on the venues of ACU athletics) Baseball stadiums are modern-day cathedrals. Large, cavernous spaces filled with the spirits of great athletes past and present - a testament to a great American pastime and all its glory. The aura of the baseball stadium surrounds not just the Green Monster at Fenway Park or the ivy at ... [Read More…]

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