The Men's Basketball team saw their first loss of the season against the Prairie View A&M Panthers, 74-79, on Tuesday at Moody Coliseum. The Wildcats kept up with the Panthers and ended up 37-35 after the first half; however, they couldn't overpower the strong defense from the Panthers. The team is headed to the US Virgin Islands for the ... [Read More…]
ACU heads to College Station with hopes set high of upsetting Aggies
ACU (5-5, 3-3) heads to College Station this weekend to take on Texas A&M (6-4, 4-3) in the Wildcats final and most anticipated matchup of the season. The Wildcats enter Saturday's game coming off of a heartbreaking 31-30 loss to Tarleton State the week before. Despite holding a steady lead in the fourth quarter, the Wildcats were not able ... [Read More…]
Gallery: Moody Madness introduces players for the upcoming basketball season
Athletics held Moody Madness on Tuesday night. Here, they introduced the 2023 players and coaches for the men's and women's basketball teams. The event also featured many activities where students could win prizes. Fans also enjoyed food from Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers and the other festivities before the event. ... [Read More…]
Gallery: Football brings home victory against North Alabama during Homecoming Weekend
The football team took on the North Alabama Lions at Wildcat Stadium on Saturday, taking away a win with a final score of 30-13. The Homecoming game marked the third home game and saw a completely sold-out Anthony field. Before the game, alumni were invited to a special tailgate and were able to watch the game with fans through the ages. At ... [Read More…]
Gallery: Colton Dixon and Jordan Feliz bring tour to Abilene
ACU welcomed artists Colton Dixon and Jordan Feliz in Moody Coliseum on Tuesday for their "The Love + Light Tour." The concert marked the fourth performance of their nationwide tour. The tour, sponsored by Compassion International, brought Christian Pop to students and Abilene community members. Colton Dixon and Jordan Feliz played many of their ... [Read More…]
Gallery: Students celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Entra a La Plaza
The student-run Hispanos Unidos club put together its annual Entra a La Plaza to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Attendees were able to experience authentic Hispanic traditions like traditional Hispanic food, dancing with live music, a petting zoo, and offered selections from local businesses like Mary's Paleteria. Bidi Bidi Banda made a special ... [Read More…]
Gallery: Football’s undefeated streak comes to an end after game against Cardinals
The football team took on Incarnate Word at Wildcat Stadium on Saturday, losing in a close game with a final score of 27-20. The game was the last official event for Parent Weekend, during which families were invited to a special tailgate and were able to watch the game with their students. The Wildcats will head to Arkansas to face Central ... [Read More…]
Gallery: Freshman Follies continues Family Weekend
The annual Freshman Follies returns again inside of Moody Coliseum for Family Weekend, showing on Friday and Saturday. Participants got to bond with other students in their halls, having to create, plan, and rehearse their acts for weeks at a time. The winners of the competition will be announced during Saturday's football game, where the winners ... [Read More…]
Gallery: Aaron Watson’s concert echoes at ACU
On the second to last night of Wildcat Week 2023, campus welcomed Aaron Watson ('00) and Jenna Paulette for the Back to School Bash at Moody Coliseum on Friday night. Before the concert, SGA held a soda bar, featuring fun ACU-inspired drinks. Aaron Watson played many of his hit songs and stayed afterward for a meet and greet with students. ... [Read More…]
McCracken starts year as new FAR
Dr. Vic McCracken is going “FAR” in his involvement with ACU. McCracken was appointed by Dr. Phil Schubert, president of the university, last spring to be the new Faculty Athletic Representative (FAR) succeeding Dr. Jonathan Stewart. In addition to this, he is a professor of ethics and theology in the College of Biblical Studies and has served ... [Read More…]