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Bonds should not be in bondage

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It has been five years since one of the greatest hitters of all time retired from the San Francisco Giants, and he deserves to be in the Hall of Fame. Barry Bonds is the all-time leader in homeruns, and has a record seven MVP awards. That is more than Joe DiMaggio and Mickey Mantle combined. Bonds is one of four players to ever earn 40 steals and ... [Read More…]

Fan poll to determine LSC Era Starting 5

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The ACU Athletic department is currently conducting a fan poll to determine which Wildcats will be voted to the Lone Star Conference Era Starting 5 men's and women's basketball teams. The poll is in honor of the 'Cats 39th and final year as a member of the Lone Star Conference. Fans will be able to vote from Thursday, Nov. 29 through Tuesday, Jan. ... [Read More…]

Wildcats just Goodenough to win

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The women's basketball team traveled to Canyon for the last time as they defeated West Texas A&M 81-76 Wednesday. The win gives ACU a 1-0 record in LSC play, and a 2-1 overall record. The 'Cats were led offensively by junior Renata Marquez's double-double of 19 points and 10 rebounds. Although she finished as the high scorer, it was a team ... [Read More…]

Lone senior: Allen sets example

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Being the lone ranger can be tough and a lonely road at times. Senior Kalynne Allen had that title for three straight years. Allen has been the only Wildcat volleyball player from her class since her sophomore year, but she handled the situation with maturity and always carried a positive attitude about it. "That was a hard transition," Allen ... [Read More…]

Gale, Lineberry play on

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After rewriting the ACU record books, two Wildcat football players are going bowling. Quarterback Mitchell Gale and kicker Morgan Lineberry have been invited to participate in the Texas vs. The Nation All-Star Game and the FCS Senior Scout Bowl respectively. Lineberry will leave ACU as the all-time leader in field goals made, and will be taking ... [Read More…]

‘Cats push Buffaloes in Canyon

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Wednesday night the Wildcats continued their winning streak with a tight victory against West Texas A&M. The team won 59-58; this was the first win at Canyon since the '97-98 season. The 'Cats are off to a surprisingly fast start in the season, ranking 4-1 overall and 1-0 in conference, with the first LoneStar Conference game being against ... [Read More…]

Wildcats to battle rival Buffs

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The lady Wildcats basketball team faces off against LSC rival West Texas A&M at Canyon, TX tonight at 6 p.m. After a close loss to Permian Basin, the Wildcats look to reestablish their offensive game again and get back into the winning column early in the season. "I am excited about the game, it's the last time we will play WT at their gym ... [Read More…]

Poised men’s team closes Classic

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Last week the Wildcats had three good reasons to be thankful during their chaotic holiday schedule. The team kicked off it's home games during the Whitten Inn Classic featuring teams from McMurry University, York College and Sul Ross State. Before heading into the week, head coach Joe Golding expressed one main concern. "The biggest fear is ... [Read More…]

LSC honors Gabriel, Suggs

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After finishing up a successful 7-4 season, the accolades began rolling in for ACU Wildcat's L.B. Suggs and Taylor Gabriel. Suggs was named Lone Star Conference defensive back of the year, while Gabriel was honored with the LSC receiver of the year award. For Suggs, the award caps a tremendous senior campaign in which he lead the Wildcats in ... [Read More…]

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