Director of Athletics Victor “Vic” Trilli and Volunteer Assistant Men’s Baseball Coach Mike Pelfrey will each be inducted into the Wichita Sports Hall of Fame.
Athletics
Noel Torres first Newman Jet to become NCAA national champion
Senior Noel Torres is the first Newman student to become a national champion in the NCAA Division II. Torres won the 184-pound national championship at the 2018 NCAA Division II… Continue reading Noel Torres first Newman Jet to become NCAA national champion
R.J. Allen named Heartland Coach of the Year
The game of basketball is nothing new for Head Men’s Basketball Coach R.J. Allen. For six years, Allen held the position of assistant men’s basketball coach at Newman. The 2017-18… Continue reading R.J. Allen named Heartland Coach of the Year
Heartland Conference honors first-year head coach
R.J. Allen came to Newman as the assistant men’s basketball coach in 2011. When he was named the new head men’s basketball coach in April 2017, he had one thing… Continue reading Heartland Conference honors first-year head coach
Alumnus Adam Sawyer hired for technology support
Having technology issues? No problem. Meet Adam Sawyer, the new help desk and classroom technology coordinator. He may be recognizable due to the fact that he is a December 2017 Newman graduate.… Continue reading Alumnus Adam Sawyer hired for technology support
Kevin Bryant finds success in the classroom and on the court
Graduate student Kevin Bryant is in his fourth year of basketball at Newman University. Last semester he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in management information systems and he is now… Continue reading Kevin Bryant finds success in the classroom and on the court
Little heroes with lots of heart
Newman University partnered with Wichita’s Littlest Heroes (WLH) Saturday, Feb. 10, to provide a fun day for children who are battling a life-threatening medical condition. The athletic department hosted a free… Continue reading Little heroes with lots of heart
Newman University to compete in the MIAA as associate member in 2019-20
Newman University has accepted an invitation from the Mid-American Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA) to participate as an associate member in all 14 NCAA sports the university sponsors beginning in the… Continue reading Newman University to compete in the MIAA as associate member in 2019-20
Newman Jets softball team looks forward to solid season
Softball season started last week for the Newman Jets and continues through May. Head Softball Coach Janice Esses is hard at work conditioning her team to build upon the successes of… Continue reading Newman Jets softball team looks forward to solid season
Professional baseball player joins Newman coaching staff
Lack of experience is no issue for the newest member of the Newman baseball coaching staff. Mike Pelfrey played professional baseball for 12 years before returning to his hometown of… Continue reading Professional baseball player joins Newman coaching staff
Wrestling team making a name for themselves
The Newman wrestling team has had great success on the mat this season — but it’s not over yet. The team recently turned out four champions and two runner-ups at the… Continue reading Wrestling team making a name for themselves
Big changes to the Jet Open Golf Tournament
The annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament is seeing a big change this year. Previously held in recent years at Rolling Hills Country Club, the tournament will now… Continue reading Big changes to the Jet Open Golf Tournament
Professional basketball player holds strong ties to Newman
Former Newman basketball player Gavin Thurman has been playing professional basketball since 2016 and is looking forward to continuing for many years to come. He attended Wichita Southeast High School… Continue reading Professional basketball player holds strong ties to Newman
Newman bowlers are going strong mid-season
The men’s and women’s bowling teams at Newman University have been playing hard during the first half of their season.
2017 Year in Review
Newman University has experienced many new beginnings and celebrated numerous achievements with staff, faculty, students and alumni. Take a look back at our Year in Review with the most popular stories from… Continue reading 2017 Year in Review
Exhibition game between NU and WSU raises money for Red Cross
The Newman University men’s basketball team went head-to-head with Wichita State University on Monday, Nov. 6, in an exhibition game to raise money for hurricane relief. Proceeds from the game went… Continue reading Exhibition game between NU and WSU raises money for Red Cross
Newman alumnus uses entrepreneurial education to start nonprofit
Newman alumnus Jason Prideaux is the founder of a new nonprofit in Wichita, Kansas — K12 Sports USA. He received a Bachelor of Science in accounting and management from Newman University… Continue reading Newman alumnus uses entrepreneurial education to start nonprofit
Men’s basketball signs 11-year-old Julian Randle
On Friday evening, the Newman University men’s basketball team signed their youngest recruit ever.
Women’s soccer: Sights set on conference tournament
The women’s soccer team scored the title of Turnaround Team of the Year at the 2016-2017 Jetspy awards, and this year they’ve proven that they plan to go nowhere but… Continue reading Women’s soccer: Sights set on conference tournament
Newman 360Five: Women’s soccer mini-interviews
On this week’s episode, we meet the very talented and very “tall” women’s soccer team! Make sure to come out and support the girls at their home game this Thursday… Continue reading Newman 360Five: Women’s soccer mini-interviews
Newman triathlon coach is recognized with wellness award
Newman Triathlon Coach Heidi Coble was recognized with the Byron G. Stout IV Spotlight on Wellness Award sponsored by Meritrust Credit Union during a summer conference. The Health and Wellness Coalition… Continue reading Newman triathlon coach is recognized with wellness award
Swim, Bike, Run — Meet the Triathlon Jets
Swim! Bike! Run! Newman University is excited to welcome 12 new members to its triathlon team. The first team put together in 2016-2017 had four students. Now, incoming freshmen are… Continue reading Swim, Bike, Run — Meet the Triathlon Jets
Change is on the horizon for Newman Athletics
By David Rung Shifting membership in the Heartland Conference has put the Newman athletics program in a position to seek an NCAA Division II conference affiliation with member schools that… Continue reading Change is on the horizon for Newman Athletics
Success at the 33rd annual Jet Open
The 33rd annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open golf tournament was once again a success, thanks to the help of staff, volunteers, golfers and sponsors. The two-day event started with… Continue reading Success at the 33rd annual Jet Open
Newman alum and staff member becomes a U.S. citizen
Newman alumnus Kevin Mangayi recently celebrated a major change in his life — becoming a U.S. citizen. Mangayi has played the roles of both student and staff at Newman University.… Continue reading Newman alum and staff member becomes a U.S. citizen
Jets partner with Rocking M Media
By David Rung Newman Athletics has reached an agreement with Rocking M Media to be the official broadcast partner of the Jets, allowing the university’s brand to be broadcast across… Continue reading Jets partner with Rocking M Media
Jet Open: auction, prizes, golf and more
Newman University Athletics is preparing for its 33rd Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament. “The Jet Open is an annual golf tournament in its 33rd year to raise money… Continue reading Jet Open: auction, prizes, golf and more
Maureen Rohleder attends Women’s Athletic Summit in Dallas
Associate Athletic Director Maureen “Mo” Rohleder recently planned and attended the first-ever Women’s Athletic Summit of the Heartland Conference SWA (Senior Woman Administrator), which took place in Dallas on June… Continue reading Maureen Rohleder attends Women’s Athletic Summit in Dallas
Newman Athletics prepares for 33rd Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament
Newman University Athletics is preparing for its 33rd Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament. The event will kick off on Aug. 6 at 5:30 p.m. with a… Continue reading Newman Athletics prepares for 33rd Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament
More than 1,000 runners participate in 2017 Wichita Gladiator Dash
On Saturday, June 10, some of Wichita’s fiercest runners braved the obstacle-filled 5K race known as the Gladiator Dash, which took place at Sedgwick County Park. The Wichita Gladiator Dash… Continue reading More than 1,000 runners participate in 2017 Wichita Gladiator Dash
Wichita Gladiator Dash to take place Saturday, June 10
Lace up your tennis shoes, drink plenty of water and get your game face on — it’s time for runners to take on the 6th annual Wichita Gladiator Dash. The… Continue reading Wichita Gladiator Dash to take place Saturday, June 10
Two Newman University sports figures inducted into Wichita Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2017
The Wichita Sports Hall of Fame inducted two Newman University staff members into the Class of 2017 at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 29, 2017, at Hillside Christian Church. One was… Continue reading Two Newman University sports figures inducted into Wichita Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2017
Newman student-athletes receive honors for athletic, academic efforts
Student-athletes at Newman University have been recognized on the all-conference and all-region levels consistently over the course of each athletic season, but recognition on the national level is stretched sparingly. This season,… Continue reading Newman student-athletes receive honors for athletic, academic efforts
Student-athletes attend third annual Jetspys Awards Banquet
On Sunday, April 30, Newman student-athletes and the entire Newman Athletic Department gathered to celebrate the third annual Jetspys event in the Dugan-Gorges Conference center.
R. J. Allen is perfect fit for Newman University basketball post
When the person responsible for bringing back and shepherding a high-profile college sports program for nearly a generation leaves, the challenge to find a proper replacement is formidable. For Newman… Continue reading R. J. Allen is perfect fit for Newman University basketball post
Treasures of Newman University find a new home
Newman senior and University Archives Lead Student Intern Diana Stanley works with the treasures of Newman University and is also helping with the archive’s move to its new home in the basement… Continue reading Treasures of Newman University find a new home
Newman Athletics announces new men’s basketball head coach
R.J. Allen has been selected the next men’s basketball coach at Newman University, Athletic Director Vic Trilli announced Thursday, April 6.
Director of Athletics Victor Trilli inducted into Sheridan College Hall of Fame
Victor “Vic” Trilli, who is in his ninth year as the director of athletics at Newman University, was inducted into the Sheridan College Athletics Hall of Fame on Wednesday, Feb.… Continue reading Director of Athletics Victor Trilli inducted into Sheridan College Hall of Fame
Potter’s fond farewell
Men’s Head Basketball Coach Mark Potter may be retiring from the court, but he certainly made his mark at Newman University. As Potter begins a career in motivational speaking, the… Continue reading Potter’s fond farewell
Newman University Homecoming scored a huge success
Homecoming Games Jet Pride filled the Fugate Gymnasium in forms of cheers, painted faces, horns, squeaking shoes against the gym floor, and the dribbling of a basketball at the Newman… Continue reading Newman University Homecoming scored a huge success