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Gallery: Softball begins fall play with matchup against Vernon College

October 15, 2025 by Steven Infante Leave a Comment

The softball team opened its fall slate on Wednesday afternoon with a home matchup against Vernon College at Poly Wells Field. First pitch was at 3 p.m. as the Wildcats began their offseason tune-up ahead of the spring season. The team will return to Poly Wells Field on Wednesday at 3 p.m. against Temple College. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Volleyball defeats Southern Utah in “Volley for a Cause” match

October 14, 2025 by Callie Brimberry Leave a Comment

The women’s volleyball team defeated Southern Utah 3–2 on Friday night at Moody Coliseum. The match, themed “Volley for a Cause,” brought fans together in support of charitable initiatives meaningful to the Wildcats and the community. The team will return to Moody on Saturday at 1 p.m. to face Tarleton State. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Soccer rallies late to tie Utah Tech

October 7, 2025 by Steven Infante Leave a Comment

Soccer battled to a 1–1 tie with Utah Tech on Thursday night at Elmer Gray Stadium, with Abby Smith delivering a penalty kick in the 90th minute to keep the Wildcats unbeaten at home. ACU trailed 1–0 at halftime but ramped up the pressure in the second half, outshooting the Trailblazers 7–4. The team will travel to Stephenville to face Tarleton ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Women’s tennis hosts ACU Invite

September 30, 2025 by Callie Brimberry Leave a Comment

The women's tennis team hosted the annual ACU Invite at the Judi and Cecil Eager Tennis Pavilion. 11 teams from across Texas competed over the weekend. Five Wildcats advanced in their respective flights, playing in the final on Sunday. The players will next attend the ITA Regional Championship in Fort Worth, which will take place Oct. 9-14. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Greek Life teams compete in flag football rivalry week

September 26, 2025 by Ashley Henderson Leave a Comment

Intramurals capped off the rivalry week of flag football season with two champ games on Thursday night. The women of Sigma Theta Chi defeated the women of Ko Jo Kai in a 7-6 victory. Following the women's game, the fraternity of Galaxy won 12-7 against Gamma Sigma Phi. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Soccer earns home win against Northwestern State

September 25, 2025 by Steven Infante Leave a Comment

The women's soccer earned a 1-0 victory over Northwestern State on Thursday at Elmer Gray Stadium. Raelin Miller scored her first collegiate goal in the 72nd minute, assisted by Amelia Leggett. Bella Medrano recorded two saves in goal to secure the shutout. The Wildcats remain unbeaten at home and improved to 4-4 on the season. They will travel to ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Wildcats force three turnovers in win over Austin Peay during Family Weekend

September 23, 2025 by Daniel Curd and Steven Infante Leave a Comment

Football opened United Athletic Conference play with a 45-31 win over No. 18 Austin Peay at 7 p.m. on Sept. 20 at Wildcat Stadium. The game, part of the university’s annual Family Weekend, included a drone show after the game. The Wildcats forced three first-half turnovers and scored on each takeaway, including a four-yard touchdown run by ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Students showcase themed acts during annual Freshman Follies

September 22, 2025 by Callie Brimberry Leave a Comment

The freshman class participated in the annual Follies production, performing on stage in Moody Coliseum on Friday and Saturday during Family Weekend. Participants had the opportunity to build community with fellow students in their residence halls while planning, choreographing and rehearsing their acts. The men of Bullock and Mabee Halls won first ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Community gathers for candelight vigil to honor Charlie Kirk

September 18, 2025 by Leslie Carrigan and Callie Leverett Leave a Comment

Students, faculty and local Abilene residents gathered on Wednesday to honor the life of political activist Charlie Kirk with a candlelight vigil in Beauchamp Amphitheater. The night included worship, prayer and guest speaker Dr. Phil Schubert, president of the university. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Intramural flag football begins with week one matchups

September 17, 2025 by Callie Brimberry Leave a Comment

Intramural flag football opened Thursday at the Larry Sanders Intramural Fields with a full slate of games across the men’s, women’s and championship divisions. Teams began regular-season play with several close finishes and high-scoring matchups. The following are the results from Sept. 11: Women’s Rec Slaydies 40, GATA 0 Hot ... [Read More…]

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NEWS: Students can officially opt out of Wildcat Access program for the spring 2026 semester. The opt out period will run from today through Nov. 23.

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BREAKING NEWS: The winners of the 2025 Homecoming Parade are: Sanctify in the student organization division, Ko Jo Kai in the sorority division and Gamma Sigma Phi in the fraternity division.

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