(Above photo: Jeff Topping poses with his wife and daughters) Jeff Topping ‘98 has led a long and successful career in coaching and recently made a big change so he… Continue reading Newman alumnus Jeff Topping puts family first
Athletics
Basketball teams prepare for upcoming season
As the season approaches, both basketball teams are getting ready to give each game their all.
Cross country performing well at competitions
Cross country is the only sport so far this semester that has been able to take part in competitions. The women’s and men’s teams have competed twice this semester, first… Continue reading Cross country performing well at competitions
Newman to host 2024 NCAA Division II wrestling championship
by Collin Loutensock Newman University and Hartman Arena have been selected to host the 2024 NCAA Division II Wrestling Championships. Director of Athletics Joanna Pryor said, “Newman University is excited… Continue reading Newman to host 2024 NCAA Division II wrestling championship
MIAA task force chooses three Newman representatives
The MIAA has recently appointed a fourteen member task force to uphold its values of inclusion and diversity, and three of the members selected come from Newman.
Newman purchases new vans for student travel
Newman University recently purchased three new vans for student travel. The vans boast a large Newman Jets logo on the side and elements of the Wichita flag. The vans will… Continue reading Newman purchases new vans for student travel
Cross-country student gets creative during pandemic
Freshman Austin Fullerton was unable to run track for his last year of high school, inspiring him to band together with other runners to stay active.
Newman athletics plan alumni golf tournament
Newman University Athletics is organizing its second annual alumni gathering in the form of a golf tournament, which will start at 9:30 a.m. Oct. 2, at the Derby Country Club.… Continue reading Newman athletics plan alumni golf tournament
Student-athletes earn high marks, MIAA recognition
Newman University carried the fourth-highest number of student-athletes to earn Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA) academic achievement recognition out of 14 schools. A total of 86 Jets earned a 2019-20… Continue reading Student-athletes earn high marks, MIAA recognition
Newman alumnus returns as new head women’s soccer coach
Newman University Athletics has chosen alumnus Jay Holmes ‘89 as the new head women’s soccer coach effective Aug. 20. He returns to Newman with a long history in the sport,… Continue reading Newman alumnus returns as new head women’s soccer coach
Fall athletics competitions postponed until Jan. 1
The Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA) has announced the postponement of all fall sports until at least Jan. 1, 2021. Newman University Director of Athletics Joanna Pryor said teams are… Continue reading Fall athletics competitions postponed until Jan. 1
Newman Athletics prepares for fall season changes
2020 Jet Open boasts great weather and high turnout
Newman University Athletics hosted its 36th annual Laurie Bell Memorial Charity Golf Tournament on Aug. 3. Planning for the Jet Open this year proved to be challenging, as does planning… Continue reading 2020 Jet Open boasts great weather and high turnout
Jet Open returns for another day of giving and golfing
Associate Athletic Director and Senior Woman Administrator Maureen Rohleder explains what attendees have to look forward to for this year’s Jet Open.
Newman Alumni Rodney Tafoya continues to rewrite baseball history
Written by Sports Information Director Collin Loutensock and Graduate Assistant Alex Mead Rodney Tafoya, who graduated from Newman in 1989, continues to dominate on the diamond. At the age of… Continue reading Newman Alumni Rodney Tafoya continues to rewrite baseball history
Newman wrestler reflects on juggling college and type 1 diabetes
Through hard work and determination, senior Thor Balavage has been able to pin down the responsibilities of being a nursing student, a student-athlete as a wrestler and a resident assistant.… Continue reading Newman wrestler reflects on juggling college and type 1 diabetes
MIAA suspends spring sports, championships canceled
The NCAA announced late Thursday afternoon that all remaining winter and spring championships have been canceled. A second announcement was made that evening that all MIAA practices and athletic competitions… Continue reading MIAA suspends spring sports, championships canceled
Two Newman wrestlers qualify for NCAA Championships
*Update: NCAA announced Thursday at approximately 3:15 p.m. that all remaining winter and spring championships have been canceled. Jets wrestlers and coaches will return home Friday, March 13. Congratulations to… Continue reading Two Newman wrestlers qualify for NCAA Championships
Alumnus plays two roles in the community
Alumnus Steven Hamersky ‘15 is juggling two careers — as an officer for the Newton Police Department and a goalie for the Wichita Wings — although his police work comes… Continue reading Alumnus plays two roles in the community
Alumnus takes on pro basketball dream in Germany
Alumnus Kevin Bryant’s basketball career at Newman was impressive, and due to his competitive nature, he couldn’t let his career end there. Bryant grew up in Germany and found his… Continue reading Alumnus takes on pro basketball dream in Germany
Homecoming 2020 – intense games and a royal ceremony
Newman University celebrated homecoming with a week full of activities and on Thursday night, Feb. 20, the homecoming games began. The women’s basketball team kicked off the night by taking… Continue reading Homecoming 2020 – intense games and a royal ceremony
Driven to succeed: 2019 grad lands job with Nebraska Huskers
Athletics director inducted into Cowley College Hall of Fame
Newman athletics starts Aviator Club
In order to improve communication and involvement with alumni and other fans, the Newman Athletics department has launched the Aviator Club. Zane Ehling, associate athletic director for external operations, explained… Continue reading Newman athletics starts Aviator Club
New app helps Jet fans stay connected
Newman University athletics recently launched its new app to help fans stay up to date with game details, live updates and more. The app can be found in the App… Continue reading New app helps Jet fans stay connected
What a difference a decade makes
As the year 2019 comes to an end, a new decade begins. We took a look at all that we accomplished during the past ten years.
Newman student starts baking on the side
Freshman David Moss, a basketball player majoring in psychology, is quite the Renaissance man. In addition to his adeptness in athletics and his affinity toward academics, he is also a… Continue reading Newman student starts baking on the side
National champion trains for the Olympics
Newman University’s one and only NCAA DII national champion is back on the wrestling mat — this time in a different country. Noel Torres ’18 competed in the 2019 Mexican… Continue reading National champion trains for the Olympics
What a year! Check out 2019’s happenings at Newman University
As we welcome in a new year with all its many adventures to come, we look back and celebrate all the great things 2019 brought us.
Alumnus places 93 out of 50,000+ in NYC Marathon
Wrestling team hosts Red and Blue Dual
The Newman University wrestling team took to Fugate Gymnasium for the first time Saturday during its annual Red and Blue Dual. But unlike most other duals, their opponents were their… Continue reading Wrestling team hosts Red and Blue Dual
Triathlon, cheer and dance teams support Swaney Elementary in marathon challenge
Members of triathlon, cheer and dance attended the last day of Swaney Elementary’s 26 day marathon challenge to cheer them on and run with them.
Newman basketball ready for first MIAA season
The Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA) has released the results of its preseason media poll, and Newman men’s basketball has been picked to finish 11th and the women’s team eighth.… Continue reading Newman basketball ready for first MIAA season
Women’s soccer team reaching its goals
The Newman University women’s soccer team has soared to new heights in the first half of its season while overcoming challenges, said Head Women’s Soccer coach Aaron Avila. “This year… Continue reading Women’s soccer team reaching its goals
Women’s basketball team spends an afternoon at Robinson Middle School
The Newman University women’s basketball team recently spent some time at Robinson Middle School, playing and visiting with students during recess times. The activity was arranged as a community engagement… Continue reading Women’s basketball team spends an afternoon at Robinson Middle School
Newman Athletics to host alumni reunion
Newman University Athletics will host an athletics alumni weekend Oct. 4-6. The weekend will provide an opportunity for athletics alumni and friends to reconnect and relive memories. The event includes… Continue reading Newman Athletics to host alumni reunion
First MIAA Player of the Week for Newman
Newman University sophomore Jackie Lari, a graduate of Crean Lutheran High School in Irvin, California, is the first Newman student-athlete to earn MIAA Player of the Week status. Lari earned… Continue reading First MIAA Player of the Week for Newman
Baseball coach implements new philosophy
Head Baseball Coach Drew Maus is throwing a curveball at the baseball program. Maus has become popular for what many students have pegged as interesting rules and methods. During the… Continue reading Baseball coach implements new philosophy
New baseball grad assistant is son of program’s founder
It’s hard to forget the way Newman baseball program founder Paul Sanagorski built the baseball program from the bottom up — and now his son, Taylor, is stepping up to… Continue reading New baseball grad assistant is son of program’s founder
Newman welcomes Andrea Gustafson as new softball coach
Newman University officials have named Andrea Gustafson head softball head coach effective Aug. 13, 2019. Gustafson brings 15 years of college head coaching experience and nearly 600 career victories to… Continue reading Newman welcomes Andrea Gustafson as new softball coach