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Defense leads Wildcats in first Southland season

August 26, 2014 by Collin Wieder

ACU football's first official season in Div. I begins with the first Div. I game of the college football season today at Georgia State University in the legendary Georgia Dome. This season will also be the Wildcats' first season in the Southland Conference. A tough schedule is ahead for the 'Cats as they play multiple non-conference opponents ... [Read More…]

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Wildcats to experience NFL atmosphere in opener

August 24, 2014 by Collin Wieder

The Wildcats face a daunting task Wednesday as they take on fierce Div. I opponent Georgia State University. GSU is home to 32,000 students, almost eight times the student population of ACU. A crowd that size can create an exciting atmosphere at any game. The Panthers have a huge advantage over most teams on the Wildcats' schedule: home games in ... [Read More…]

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Racism in sports faded but not extinct

April 8, 2014 by Matthew Sloan

DeSean Jackson, who is black, was recently released from the Philadelphia Eagles amid accusations that Jackson was a member of a gang. Unfortunately, this is an example of racism in the world of professional football. In American sports, racism festers into the decision-making process of executives and coaches in more teams than we, or they, ... [Read More…]

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Mosley sends first Wildcat Notes Letter

January 14, 2014 by Price Bahcall

The ACU Sports department has sent out its first Wildcat Notes letter. The Wildcat Note intends to provide insight to fans and alumni on stories that might not make the headlines throughout the year. Athletic Director Jared Mosley and Sports Information Director Lance Fleming teamed up to discover a way to keep ACU sports fans updated with the ... [Read More…]

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Save ‘pay for play’ for the pros

September 26, 2013 by Price Bahcall

College athletes should not be paid. Recently, there has been a push to start paying college athletes because of the amount of money they bring to their respective colleges. This would be horrible for the collegiate games and the wrong route. After all, it all comes down to recruiting, scholarships and opportunities. College athletes that ... [Read More…]

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