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Men’s basketball bounces back with win against Lamar

February 2, 2016 by Shera Niemirowski

Men's basketball came off a tough road trip to win 80-71 this past weekend against Lamar University. Freshman Jaylen Franklin continued to dominate the conference with 27 points, while fellow freshmen Jaren Lewis and Hayden Farquhar combined for 20 points. The wildcats are in action this Tuesday at home taking on Houston Baptist ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Sports, Videos Tagged With: Men's Basketball

Why students should educate themselves before voting

January 28, 2016 by Shera Niemirowski

The ways our generation consumes information about these candidates distorts their stance on hot topics, distracts us from the issues at heart and keeps us from digging deeper. A Pew Research Center article says, "according to the Census Bureau report, the turnout rate among 18-to 24-year olds increased to almost 50 percent in 2008 and that ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Columns, Editorials, Opinion

Wildcats dominate in opener

November 15, 2015 by Shera Niemirowski

BOX SCORE The women's basketball team cruised to a 96-71 victory against Wayland Baptist University in its season opener at home. The Cats led 62-35 at the half, and maintained the lead through the second half. Junior forward Sydney Shelstead led the team, recording her 14th career double-double with 26 points and 12 rebounds. "It's ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Sports Tagged With: Women's Basketball

Women’s basketball looks to strong upperclassmen for success

November 10, 2015 by Shera Niemirowski

The women's basketball team starts its 2015-2016 season this Saturday, November 14. It's the second year in a row for the team to open its season at home against Wayland Baptist University. The Wildcats ended last year 17-12 overall and .500 in conference, 9-9. They also boasted a 10-5 home record. The women have a tough start to the ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Sports Tagged With: Women's Basketball

Former ACU football player honored in chapel

October 16, 2015 by Shera Niemirowski

Former ACU and NFL player Danieal Manning was honored in chapel Friday, October 16, 2010 for his outstanding football career. Manning is just the fourth ACU athlete to have his number retired, and was also inducted into the sports Hall of Fame over the Homecoming weekend. Video/editing by: Shera Niemirowski ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Sports, Videos Tagged With: Danieal Manning, Ex-Factor, Football

Volleyball wins first home game

October 5, 2015 by Shera Niemirowski

Volleyball got its first win of the season against the Northwestern State Demons at home last Thursday. The cats are now 1-2 in the conference, and continue their homestead this week. Video/editing by: Jonathan Raitz ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News, Sports, Videos Tagged With: Volleyball

Lightning and Thunder: Epps and Gilbert anchor receiving corps

October 1, 2015 by Shera Niemirowski

The Wildcats begin their chant before taking the field. Two men, the same position on paper, join the huddle. One is a twitchy 5-feet-9-inch, 170 lb lightning strike, appearing seemingly out of nowhere. The other is a dominating 6-feet-2-inch, 225 lb. roll of thunder, catching unimaginable passes. The first, catching and carrying the ball in one ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Features, Sports Tagged With: Football

Soccer ties Islanders in first conference game

September 22, 2015 by Shera Niemirowski

The soccer team earned its second tie of the season, ending the game against Texas A&M Corpus Christi 1-1 in extra time. Video by: Shera Niemirowski Editing by: Hannah Null ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Sports, Videos Tagged With: Women's Soccer

Athletics signs 5-year deal with Nike

September 10, 2015 by Shera Niemirowski

ACU Athletic Director Lee De Leon announced a 5 year deal with Nike beginning July 1, 2016. This deal makes the Wildcats the only Southland Conference member with a Nike contract, and one of only five schools in Texas to deal with the company. Video/editing by: Hannah Null ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Sports, Videos Tagged With: Athletics, Basketball, Football, Sports

Soccer plays first game in new Elmer Gray Stadium

September 9, 2015 by Shera Niemirowski

The soccer team played its first game in the new Elmer Gray Stadium last Friday. ACU lost to the University of North Texas, 3-0. Several seniors on the team talk about their last year as a wildcat. Video/editing by: Hannah Null ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Sports, Videos Tagged With: Elmer Gray Stadium, Soccer, Women's Soccer

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