Newman Bowling Coach Billy Murphy earned his college degree alongside his graduating student-athletes on commencement day May 10.
Athletics
Newman University launches task force to spearhead athletic facility upgrades
Newman University announced a new task force to lead a significant fundraising initiative to modernizing its outdoor athletic facilities.
More than a sport: Newman student-athletes reflect at graduation
Newman Athletics gave four graduates invaluable life and leadership experiences that will support them in their future careers.
Newman alumnus Samuel Hersh takes helm as senior development officer for athletics
Newman University recently hired Samuel Hersh as its new senior development officer for Athletics within the Institutional Advancement office.
Newman Athletics salutes its own at 2024 Jetspys
The Jetspys, Newman’s annual year-end awards banquet, celebrated achievements of student-athletes and teams from the 2023-24 season.
Jets bowling: A season of pins, strikes and near-misses
As pins fell and scores soared, Newman University’s men’s and women’s bowling teams showcased their prowess on the lanes during their 2023-24 season.
Amaya Perez: a ‘bright, shining’ student-athlete
Amaya Perez, a sophomore student-athlete who leads classes at Fit Body Boot Camp in her free time, juggles a lot in her day-to-day.
Alumnus Evgeniy Kim ranked nationally in pickleball
For Newman University alumnus Evgeniy Kim ‘15, ‘17, pickleball is kind of a big dill.
Chase Martel takes first place, makes Newman golf history
Golfer Chase Martel took first place at the Konzem-Capra Invitational March 18, becoming Newman University’s first number one overall finisher at a tournament since joining Division II.
Women’s bowling wins runner up at GLVC Championships
The Newman women’s bowling team competed at its second-ever Great Lakes Valley Conference March 24 and made it to the championship round.
Newman Giving Day brings contests, matching funds and more Feb. 28
For 24 hours on February 28, Newman University Jets will come together and give back to the area of campus that matters most to them.
Celebrating one year of ‘The Newman Bond’ podcast
Wednesday, February 7 marked one year of The Newman Bond podcast, the official podcast of Newman University.
A February filled with Heritage Month events
Each year Newman University students, faculty, staff and alumni celebrate the university’s founders and Catholic traditions during Heritage Month.
Now live: Fall 2023 Newman Magazine (online)
The Newman Magazine site is now live with new, inspiring stories of students and alumni who embody Newman’s core values.
Cheers to 2023: A year in review
As we look back on 2023, we are filled with gratitude for the ongoing generosity and support of our Newman University community.
From the field to the mat: Newman athletics news
Here’s a recap of the latest athletics news to keep readers up-to-date on the action.
Alumna Arianna Raga serves as new Cowley Tigers tennis head coach
This past July, Arianna Raga, a 2016 Newman University graduate, took the reins as head men’s and women’s tennis coach at Cowley College.
Newman to host first color run/walk Dec. 2
Students, staff, faculty, alumni and families are invited to join the Newman University community for its first-ever color run/walk Saturday, Dec. 2.
Women’s bowling takes first place at Mid States Championship
Newman University women’s bowling competed in the Mid States Championship Oct. 21-22 hosted by the Jets and Wichita State University at Bowlero Northrock in Wichita.
Home away from home: An international student’s Newman journey
Junior Dana Issabayeva may be more than 6,400 miles from her home in Kazakhstan, but she is happy to have a second home at Newman University.
Unleash the nostalgia: Athletics alumni weekend
Newman University invites all its alumni to return to campus for a weekend packed with athletics events and competitive fun from Friday, October 20 through Sunday, October 22.
Campus kickball tournament scheduled for Oct. 13
A campus-wide kickball tournament will take place at 5 p.m. on the Newman softball field.
Cross-country runner breaks three school records consecutively
In his first month as a student at Newman University, junior Reagan Longei broke the school record for the fastest 6k and 8k.
Introducing the new Newman Jets Athletics app
Fans can stay connected to their favorite teams with Newman Jets Athletics, the official mobile app of the Newman University Athletic Department, powered by SIDEARM Sports.
From orphanage to college: The journey of student Eventz Malaska
Eventz Malaska, a junior transfer student at Newman University, has overcome many challenges in his life.
Meet some of Newman’s freshmen athletes
During Newman University’s recent move-in day, many freshmen athletes moved into their campus dorm and shared their excitement for their journey ahead.
From Texas to Kansas: Baseball kept three friends together
Carson Hawks, Asher Finke and Anthony Ferrante all transferred to Newman as baseball players from Hill College located in Hillsboro, Texas.
Alumnus serves as deacon, former professional baseball umpire
The one word to describe Richard “Rick” Roder’s journey since graduating from Newman University in 1986 is “unique.”
Coach Victor Domingues’ semi-professional team makes it to playoffs
In addition to Victor Domingues’ role as Newman University’s head men’s soccer coach, he serves as the first-ever coach for West Texas FC in Midland-Odessa.
Amy Briggs named new women’s basketball head coach
Amy Briggs was named the Newman University head women’s basketball coach by Athletic Director Joanna Pryor on June 12.
Register for the 39th Annual Jet Open charity golf event
Registration for the 39th Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open, a charity golf tournament which benefits the Newman University athletic department, is open.
Women’s basketball coaches Drew and Nicole Johnson to leave Jets
Coaches Drew and Nicole Johnson resigned Monday. The husband-wife coaching duo depart the Jets to head north to Kearney, Nebraska.
Jetspys recognize stand-out performances and Newman athletes
Newman University held its 2023 Jetspys Awards to celebrate achievements of its talented athletes and teams over the course of the 2022-23 sports season.
First MIAA Player of Year, MIAA post-season tournament
Not only was Jenner Steele was named a 2023 MIAA Baseball Co-Player of the Year, the team reached the MIAA post-season tournament for the first time in program history.
Newman triathletes make school history in draft-legal race
Newman University triathletes are making their mark on the sport.
Cheer and dance soar to new heights in first competition
Newman’s cheer and dance teams competed in their first-ever MIAA event last month, and they came home with two trophies.
Soccer team serves the Wichita area
Players of the lady Jets soccer team are spending their off season bettering the Wichita community.
Video: Spring 2023 student update
In this video update, sophomore Beth Griffiths gives an inside look at the exciting campus events that have already taken place and are yet to come this semester.
Athletics director talks passion, purpose as keynote for Bethany College
In October, Newman Director of Athletics Joanna Pryor was asked to be the keynote speaker for 500 attendees of a Women’s Career Conference at Bethany College in Lindsborg, Kansas.
Podcast episode celebrates sports photographer
On a recent episode of “The Newman Bond” podcast, local photographer Richard Rico shared his passion for photography in general, but more specifically photographing Newman University athletics events.