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Ricks drains game-winner in OT over UCA

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ACU bounced back with a Saturday night thriller at Central Arkansas from its overtime loss Wednesday against Sam Houston State. The Wildcats marched back from a 13-point deficit in the first half to win their 11th game on the season, 70-69. "I think our guys showed a lot of toughness," Head Coach Joe Golding said. "We battled back late in the ... [Read More…]

Golding’s rise to prominence that was nearly cut short

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Men’s basketball Head Coach Joe Golding made a name for himself last March after the program’s first-ever Southland Conference Championship and an NCAA Tournament berth. But his journey to ACU was one that was almost cut short years before playing Kentucky in 2019’s March Madness. “I’m really fortunate that the administration here stuck with me ... [Read More…]

Wright, Wildcats snap Bearkats nine-game win streak

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The Wildcats defeated the Sam Houston State Bearkats in a road win, its first conference loss of the season. They were led by senior guard Breanna Wright, who dropped 29 points while shooting 8-for-12 from the field and making three three-pointers. Senior guard Dominique Golightly was also productive, dropping 24 points while shooting 9-for-14 ... [Read More…]

Bearkats claw Wildcats in OT, 82-76

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Sam Houston State bested ACU, 82-76, in overtime despite its second half comeback. Freshman forward Airion Simmons missed a game-winning jump shot behind the free throw line as time expired. In overtime, Sam Houston State (14-6, 7-2 SLC) outscored the Wildcats, 14-8. Senior forward Kai Mitchell led the way for the Bearkats with 27 points on ... [Read More…]

ACU beach volleyball anticipating new court arrival

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For the first time in program history, the ACU beach volleyball team will have home-field advantage. Construction for a new beach volleyball court is in development in between Teague Center and Wildcat Stadium. The 2018 and 2019 seasons had the Wildcats away from home every game, but with a sand volleyball court, ACU can bring the competition ... [Read More…]

Records broken at Ted Nelson Invitational

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This past weekend the Wildcats track team traveled to Texas A&M for the Ted Nelson Invitational. The men placed sixth in men's and our women placed fifth. "The team went in to compete well and have good focus," said head track coach Lance Bingham. "With this mindset, we came out breaking multiple records." One, in particular, was the ... [Read More…]

Short-handed Wildcats slip past Lady Lions

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The Wildcats bounced back from its loss last Saturday, taking down the Southeastern Louisiana Lady Lions, 61-53. They were led by junior forward Alyssa Adams, who had a career-high 22 points, 11 rebounds and two blocks. She said her performance started before the game. "It starts with warmups, and we go out there and get the shots that we ... [Read More…]

Wildcats snag 10th win of the season over SELU, 76-55

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A quick start Saturday propelled the Wildcats over Southeastern Louisiana in Moody Coliseum, 76-55. After the tip, ACU (10-7, 5-1 SLC) opened the game on a 17-4 run and never looked back as the Wildcats never trailed. Head Coach Joe Golding was impressed by his team's unselfishness passing the ball throughout the entirety of the ... [Read More…]

Daniels rises to the occasion as a Wildcat

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Sophomore guard Damien Daniels might be the smallest on the court, but he plays with the most grit and grind. In only his second year with the Wildcats, Daniels is playing a big role in its system. Daniels is a returner from last year’s tournament team and is taking on the leadership role instilled by the coaches “The coaches tell me to lead ... [Read More…]

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