Ever wondered what it takes to be a triathlete of Newman University Athletics? Senior Julia Myers shares a behind-the-scenes look.
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Athletics employee Zach Brake moonlights as professor
Though having one job is hard enough, Newman employee Zach Brake is now taking on two roles on campus.
A great day for giving: 2022 Giving Day
For 24 hours, community members and supporters from around the globe rallied together to raise money during Newman Giving Day on March 1.
Video: Highlights from 2022 Homecoming
If you missed Homecoming, here’s a video highlight reel from the games, crowning of royalty and the annual Lip Sync Battle.
A night of many wins: Homecoming 2022
The 2022 Newman Homecoming basketball games and crowning of king and queen took place Thursday, February 24.
Life after graduation: a Newman alumni couples’ story
Jacob and Natalia Birnbaum met at Newman University, where their journey as college athletes caused them to cross paths and eventually marry.
Former Newman basketball coach shares messages on mental health
After 19 years of coaching the Newman men’s basketball team, alumnus Mark Potter has been following a new passion: speaking on mental health.
Parker Tippin combines love of math, bowling in cooperative education opportunity
Senior Parker Tippin played off both his love of mathematics and bowling during a cooperative education opportunity last semester.
Photographer Richard Rico kindly captures Newman Athletics
Richard Rico is using his passion for photography to capture the action of the Newman Athletics teams out of the kindness of his heart.
Newman University’s countdown to Giving Day begins
Newman University Giving Day is on Tuesday, March 1, with a $15,000 matching gift generously sponsored by the ASC Sisters.
Assistant soccer coach’s passion for storytelling leads to sports website
Assistant men’s soccer coach Victor Olorunfemi combined his love of storytelling and sports by starting the sports website, The ICT Zone.
Alivia Nguyen and Taryn Torgerson: Special bond between player and coach
After being named the Newman women’s golf coach in 2019, the first athlete to come to mind for Taryn Torgerson was star recruit Alivia Nguyen.
First-year bowler Silas Limes off to impressive start
Silas Limes, a first-year student athlete at Newman University, has already built an impressive bowling resume.
AJ Morris named The Community Voice’s Student-Athlete of the Week
Newman graduate student and men’s basketball player AJ Morris was tabbed The Community Voice Student-Athlete of the Week.
Husband and wife duo coach Newman women’s basketball team
Drew Johnson and his wife, Nicole Ohlde-Johnson, were named coaches of the Newman women’s basketball team.
Newman freshman follows footsteps of late wrestler Reece Wright-Conklin
Newman University lost a part of its community on September 3, 2015, when wrestler Reece Wright-Conklin died in a motorcycle crash at the age of 21.
Alumnus Mitch Austin signs with pro baseball team in Australia
’21 Newman University graduate Mitch Austin signed with the Sydney Blue Sox, a professional baseball team in the Australia Baseball League.
Newman cross country teams aim big
With three of its runners experiencing recent wins and records, Newman University’s cross country team has an impressive roster this season.
Soaring into the Future: new mission and logo for Newman athletics
Newman University has announced the creation of its Athletics “Soaring into the Future” mission and visual brand identity and new logo.
Siblings dominate Newman soccer teams
For the Newman University soccer teams, it’s a family affair.
Pre-vet student receives Bill House Hereford Foundation Scholarship
In recognition of her hard work and talent, pre-vet student Kyndel Randall was recently awarded the Bill House Hereford Foundation Scholarship.
Newman wrestler named College Male Athlete of the Year
Newman Wrestler Kameron Frame was recently named College Male Athlete of the Year by the Greater Wichita Area Sports Commission.
Former Newman stand-out leads women’s wrestling program in Ottawa
Newman alumnus and former wrestler, Dalton Weidl, recently started his new role as head women’s wrestling coach at Ottawa University in Ottawa, Kansas.
Torres earns bronze medal at 2021 Pan Am Championships
Newman University alumnus and 2018 NCAA Division II national champion, Noel Torres earned an international medal at the Pan American Championships last month. Although he only has been training for freestyle… Continue reading Torres earns bronze medal at 2021 Pan Am Championships
Ohlde-Johnson joins Johnson to lead Newman women’s basketball program
Newman University Athletic Director Joanna Pryor has announced Nicole Ohlde-Johnson will be joining her husband, Drew Johnson, to lead the women’s basketball program. Ohlde-Johnson comes to Newman from Bethel College where she spent the past four… Continue reading Ohlde-Johnson joins Johnson to lead Newman women’s basketball program
Johnson named Newman women’s basketball coach
Newman University has named Drew Johnson as its new women’s basketball coach effective May 4. Johnson comes to Newman from Bethel College. Newman Athletic Director Joanna Pryor believes the future is… Continue reading Johnson named Newman women’s basketball coach
Alumni gather to honor Paul Sanagorski
Newman University Athletics celebrated its baseball program creator, Paul Sanagorski, on Saturday, April 24, during a special ceremony and reunion. Newman University president Kathleen S. Jagger, Ph.D., and Director of… Continue reading Alumni gather to honor Paul Sanagorski
Newman bowler Truly contributes to team’s success
Newman University’s women’s bowling team is on a roll. They recently qualified for the collegiate national championships after an impressive show at sectionals. Helping guide the team to success is… Continue reading Newman bowler Truly contributes to team’s success
Barnwell leads team to national title game
Newman University alumnus Luke Barnwell ’13 has experienced a “once in a lifetime” spring — or maybe it is just the start of a new normal. After being named the… Continue reading Barnwell leads team to national title game
Spence departs, search for new women’s basketball coach begins
Newman Athletics Director Joanna Pryor has announced the resignation of Head Women’s Basketball Coach Darin Spence. A national search will begin immediately to fill the open position. “We would like… Continue reading Spence departs, search for new women’s basketball coach begins
Alumnus wins Naismith Coach of the Year
Luke Barnwell ’13 honored with national 2021 Jersey Mike’s Naismith Boys’ High School Coach of the Year award.
Unfinished business: Kameron Frame returns to NCAA national championships
Frame will open the completion at America’s Convention Center in St. Louis, Mo. Friday.
A full week of homecoming fun up ahead
Newman University’s homecoming week will begin Feb. 15. The week is always jam-packed with fun activities and opportunities to celebrate Jet pride and this year is no different. Homecoming week… Continue reading A full week of homecoming fun up ahead
History of Newman University basketball on display
Athletics department strives to meet fundraising goals
The Newman University athletics department relies on support and funding from generous Jets fans to keep each team in play throughout the year. The athletics budget doesn’t include things like… Continue reading Athletics department strives to meet fundraising goals
Newman Jets ready for spring competition
The fall 2020 sports season for Newman University student-athletes was abruptly put on hold due to a national pandemic. But the Jets are looking to end their 2020-2021 season on… Continue reading Newman Jets ready for spring competition
Basketball alumna finds success as volleyball coach
Alumna Melissa (Brockleman) Holle ’10 played basketball during her time at Newman University but has found success as a high school coach in another sport. Her Hanover High School team… Continue reading Basketball alumna finds success as volleyball coach
Alumnus named first-ever head coach of collegiate soccer program
Alumnus Antonio Ledesma ’05 has been named head men’s and women’s soccer coach for Trinity Valley Community College (TVCC) in his hometown of Athens, Texas. Ledesma is the first soccer… Continue reading Alumnus named first-ever head coach of collegiate soccer program
Alumnus relates to students through overcoming adversity
Four Jets from cross country team qualify for nationals
Two athletes from the Women’s Cross Country team and two from the Men’s qualified for the Lubbock Christian National Invite.