ACU's basketball programs made history this season by appearing in both men's and women's NCAA Div. I Tournaments, but for the university, March Madness was more than just a prestigious tournament. Director of athletics Allen Ward said although both teams were knocked out of the tournament in the first round, making it to Jacksonville and Waco ... [Read More…]
Wildcats end historic season against Kentucky in NCAA Tournament
The men's basketball team finally got its first taste of March Madness Thursday evening in Jacksonville against Kentucky, and fell to the No. 2 seed 79-44 to cap off a historic season. Senior forward Hayden Farquhar said the experience was amazing and Kentucky was a tough team to face. "It was really awesome," Farquhar said. "To go out there ... [Read More…]
‘Cats, Kentucky meet the media on day before Madness begins
The Wildcats woke up Wednesday morning realizing they were one day away from playing their first-ever game in the NCAA Div. I tournament against No. 2 seed Kentucky. The men's basketball team started the day talking to the media from around the country. Seniors Jaylen Franklin, Jaren Lewis and Hayden Farquhar were the selected players who spoke ... [Read More…]
Men’s basketball claims first Southland tournament title with win over UNO
The Wildcats captured their first-ever Southland Conference postseason title with a 77-60 win over New Orleans Saturday evening and will also advance to the NCAA Div. I tournament for the first time in school history. With the win, the Wildcats move to 27-6 overall which ties the school record of wins in a season set by the 1979-80 ... [Read More…]
Wildcats slip by Lions, reach championship in tournament debut
In their first trip to the Southland postseason tournament, the Wildcats defeated Southeastern Louisiana 69-66 Friday evening to reach the championship game. Junior guard Payten Ricks played a big role in ACU's win scoring 21 points including five three-pointers. With 1:30 left to go in the game, Ricks hit a shot from beyond the arc that put his ... [Read More…]
Wildcats axe Lumberjacks, take second seed after UNO loss
The Wildcats got their revenge on Stephen F. Austin in Moody Tuesday evening as they defeated the Lumberjacks 72-58 and claimed the second seed and a two-round bye in the Southland tournament after New Orleans lost to Southeastern Louisiana 81-67 Wednesday night. After the win over SFA, ACU either needed to win Saturday against Incarnate Word or ... [Read More…]
Wildcats best Bears in second half, tie school record of regular season wins
The Wildcats faced off against Central Arkansas in Conway for their final road game of the season and topped the Bears 67-55 to earn their 23rd win, tying the regular season record set by the 1979-80 team. ACU's victory also earned the team a first-round bye in the Southland tournament which means it will finish no lower than fourth in the ... [Read More…]
Late surge pushes Wildcats past Islanders to avoid consecutive losses
The men's basketball team faced Texas A&M-Corpus Christi on the road Wednesday evening and outscored them 46-31 in the second half which helped the Wildcats earn a 73-64 victory. ACU's victory pushed itself back into second place of the Southland Conference with an improved record of 11-4 in conference and 22-6 overall. It was also the sixth ... [Read More…]
Football welcomes back pads, takes field for 2019 spring practices
The football team began its road to the 2019 season as it took the field at Wildcat Stadium Tuesday for spring camp. ACU will look to build off a its first winning season in 2018 since transitioning to Div. I. The Wildcats finished 6-5 overall and 5-4 in conference at the conclusion of last year's campaign. Head coach Adam Dorrel said he's ... [Read More…]
What the true NBA MVP looks like
More than any other sport today, it seems that NBA fans and analysts have been begging the question all season, who is this year's most valuable player? I've been a true fan of the NBA ever since I could understand basketball and I have to say, the standards and qualifications for the MVP have become confusing. Each night, players are praised ... [Read More…]
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