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Kicking down barriers

May 2, 2013 by Taylor Langston

Millions of college football players from different teams across the country have the same dream: to one day walk under the big lights as an NFL athlete. Former ACU kicker Morgan Lineberry is one of the few to wake up to that dream. This morning he woke up a Carolina Panther. "That part hasn't sunk in just yet," Lineberry said. "It's definitely ... [Read More…]

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Harbaugh brothers continue building dynasties

May 2, 2013 by Jimmy Isbell

In review of the 2013 NFL Draft, I'd like to share my opinion on it. I'd say the San Francisco 49ers finished with the best draft in the NFC, because they filled the holes in their defense. Although they had a dominant defense last season, they still needed to fill some big shoes. In free-agency the 49ers lost safety Dashon Goldson, tight end ... [Read More…]

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Former ACU receiver will take his talents to South Beach

April 30, 2011 by Brandon Tripp

Edmund Gates, former all-American receiver, will follow in the footsteps of  LeBron James as he takes his talents to South Beach, Fla. to play for the Miami Dolphins. "Its just a blessing for me; it's a real blessing," Gates said. "It's a dream come true. I have wanted this for a long time." Gates, who was projected as a fourth-round pick, was ... [Read More…]

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Sororities and fraternities began New Member Orientation with Bid Day, officially starting the pledging process this weekend.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 officers.To view the full photo gallery, visit acuoptimist.com or click the link in our bio. #acuoptimist #abilenechristianuniversity #greeklife 📸: Daniel Curdacuoptimist.com/2026/02/gallery-clubs-begin-new-member-orientation-after-weather-delay/?fbclid=PA... ... See MoreSee Less

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