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Gallery: Women’s basketball pink out game ends in 74-71 loss to CBU

February 10, 2026 by Callie Brimberry

Women’s basketball lost to California Baptist 74-71 on Saturday at Moody Coliseum. During the “Hoops for Hope” game, players wore pink jerseys, the spirit squad sported pink pom-poms and pink shirts were given to the first 100 students to honor those who have fought cancer. The Wildcats will play next at UT Arlington on Feb. 12. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Women’s tennis falls to McNeese State 4-0

February 10, 2026 by Daniel Curd

Women’s tennis fell to McNeese State 4-0 on Monday at the Judi and Cecil Eager Tennis Pavilion. Masha Vrsalovic and Maria Cascos secured a win at the No. 1 doubles position, but McNeese claimed the remaining doubles point and three singles matches in straight sets to clinch the team victory. Several other singles matches were in third sets before ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Students gather across campus to watch Super Bowl LX

February 8, 2026 by Daniel Curd

Students gathered across campus Sunday afternoon to watch Super Bowl LX as the New England Patriots faced the Seattle Seahawks. Residence halls hosted watch parties with food and friends filling lounges and lobbies, while another crowd gathered in the Bean for a campuswide viewing. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Men’s tennis goes 3–0 in weekend home series

February 8, 2026 by Daniel Rhodes

The men's tennis team hosted a three-match home series over the weekend, taking on Tyler Junior College, Trinity University, and Lubbock Christian. The team opened the series with a 4–2 win over Tyler Junior College, followed by a 4–1 victory against Trinity and closed out the weekend with a 5-1 win against Lubbock Christian, bringing their overall ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Men’s basketball drops home matchup to Utah Tech

February 6, 2026 by Callie Brimberry

The Wildcats played Utah Tech on January 29, losing 76–70. The game featured the first-ever Battle of the Res Halls, where students from Bullock, Edwards, and Smith-Adams competed in attendance for a chance to win a trophy and an exclusive food giveaway awarded to the winning hall at the end of the season. The Wildcats will have another chance to ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Women’s basketball holds off Tarleton in 68–65 home win

February 5, 2026 by Naya Pacheco

The Wildcats hosted Tarleton State at Moody Coliseum on Tuesday, earning a 68–65 win in a close conference matchup. Payton Hull led ACU with 27 points, including eight in the fourth quarter, while Erin Woodson added 10 points and five rebounds. The win brings ACU to 16–6 overall and 7–2 in WAC play, and keeps the Wildcats undefeated at home this ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Men’s basketball falls to Southern Utah in close matchup

February 1, 2026 by Naya Pacheco

Men’s basketball hosted Southern Utah at Moody Coliseum on Saturday, falling 79–76 in a conference matchup. Rich Smith led ACU with 18 points and five assists, while Cbo Newton added 17 points. The loss brings ACU to 10–11 overall and 2–6 in WAC play. The Wildcats head to California for a 7 p.m. tipoff on Saturday. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Clubs begin new member orientation after weather delay

February 1, 2026 by Daniel Curd

Sororities and fraternities began New Member Orientation with Bid Day, officially starting the pledging process. 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 ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Winter Fest warms up Moody with dancing, tacos and hot chocolate

January 27, 2026 by Callie Brimberry

The Campus Activities Board hosted its annual Winter Fest this past Thursday night. Moody Coliseum was filled with students dancing during a silent disco. The first 200 students received hot chocolate from Monks Coffee Shop, and the first 100 lined the sidewalk for free tacos provided by El Texico food truck. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Students make the most of the storm with sleds and snowball fights

January 26, 2026 by Callie Brimberry and Daniel Curd

Snow began falling across Abilene on Friday night and continued through the weekend, leaving campus blanketed in white by Sunday. In response to the winter weather, the university canceled classes Monday and extended the closure through at least Tuesday. Students and community members took advantage of the snow with sleds, snowball fights and ... [Read More…]

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