Newman University earns its eighth Heartland Conference GPA title with 148 student-athletes being named to the conference honor roll – more than 50 percent of the student-athletes enrolled during the Fall 2015… Continue reading Newman University puts 148 on Heartland Academic Honor Roll
Athletics
Newman University Hall of Fame inductee’s future in fitness
Newman University Athletics Hall of Fame inductee (2013) Chris Clawson left his mark on the baseball record book in his three seasons at Newman University (1982-1984). Now, he’s leaving his… Continue reading Newman University Hall of Fame inductee’s future in fitness
Newman wrestlers excel, honor Reece Wright-Conklin
The Newman University annual invitational wrestling tournament traditionally attracts some of the top collegiate programs from the region. This year the Jets made their best showing in the history of… Continue reading Newman wrestlers excel, honor Reece Wright-Conklin
Newman Wrestling team hosts tournament, honors Reece Wright-Conklin
Newman University will host its sixth annual Jet Invitational Dec. 13. During the tournament the Newman Wrestling Team and Newman Athletic Department will honor Reece Wright-Conklin, the senior team member who… Continue reading Newman Wrestling team hosts tournament, honors Reece Wright-Conklin
New Sports Information Director David Rung begins duties at Newman
Newman University has hired a new sports information director, David Rung. Rung is replacing the former Newman SID, Tim Hanson, who held the position for four years. Hanson left Newman… Continue reading New Sports Information Director David Rung begins duties at Newman
Women’s Basketball soars past York College
The Lady Jets are 3-1 on the season after defeating York College on Saturday, Nov. 21, 78-43. The Lady Jets won handily over York, shooting 29-of-72 from the field and… Continue reading Women’s Basketball soars past York College
Gonzalez named Heartland Conference Player of Year, Newman collect postseason honors
The Newman University volleyball team, which has broken three university records this season, garnered several postseason conference and all-region honors. Senior middle hitter Ashley Gonzalez, senior setter Alexus Litts and… Continue reading Gonzalez named Heartland Conference Player of Year, Newman collect postseason honors
Volleyball team heads to Heartland Conference Tournament
The Newman University Volleyball Team, with a record-setting regular season of 25-8, left early the morning of Nov. 19 on its way to the Heartland Conference Tournament in Fort Smith, Ark.… Continue reading Volleyball team heads to Heartland Conference Tournament
Newman University Jets are perfect, still have work ahead
The opening week of the 2015-16 season could not have gone any better for Head Coach Mark Potter and the Newman Jets Men’s Basketball Team. After two victories last weekend in… Continue reading Newman University Jets are perfect, still have work ahead
Newman Women’s Basketball team has high energy for upcoming season
Basketball season is fast approaching and the Newman Lady Jet’s are eagerly awaiting the onset of a new season. The Lady Jet’s, who have only five returning players out of… Continue reading Newman Women’s Basketball team has high energy for upcoming season
Make-A-Wish Fun Run hits home for Newman Administrator
Wichita, KS – Newman’s Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) is pairing with the Wichita chapter of the Make-A-Wish Foundation to put on a Halloween 5K Fun Run/Walk that will raise… Continue reading Make-A-Wish Fun Run hits home for Newman Administrator
DI players join Newman basketball family
The Newman University Men’s Basketball Team has added three NCAA Division I transfers with ties to Wichita to their 2015-16 roster. This year, Head Men’s Basketball Coach Mark Potter recruited… Continue reading DI players join Newman basketball family
Pink-Out tailgate, volleyball game raise awareness
The Newman University Volleyball Team holds an annual pink-out game every October in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This year’s game will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct.… Continue reading Pink-Out tailgate, volleyball game raise awareness
ALCS brings rivalry out in the Newman Baseball Team
The American League Championship Series is well under way this week as most Major League Baseball fans, and especially Royals fans, know. For the folks who don’t follow sports too closely, here’s… Continue reading ALCS brings rivalry out in the Newman Baseball Team
Game ball helps Newman soccer player pop the question
Newman University senior and soccer player Kevin Crafton found a unique way to propose to his girlfriend Rachael Schoonover on Saturday, Oct. 17 before the men’s game against Texas-Permian Basin.… Continue reading Game ball helps Newman soccer player pop the question
Newman sports update: VB streak at 12, Hoops teams get no respect
Fall Sports Update: Jets volleyball hits the road sporting a 12-game winning streak. Newman plays at Oklahoma Panhandle State Oct. 8. Earlier in the week, senior Ashley Gonzalez earned her… Continue reading Newman sports update: VB streak at 12, Hoops teams get no respect
Jets volleyball turns up the heat with 10 straight wins
On Monday, Sept. 28, the Newman University Jets Volleyball Team defeated Bethel College in a 3-1 victory, bringing the number of straight wins to 10. Jets Volleyball is now ranked… Continue reading Jets volleyball turns up the heat with 10 straight wins
Winning! Newman volleyball team looks to build on six-game streak
The Newman University volleyball team, under first-year coach Destiny Clark, finally gets to spend some time at home. The Jets begin a six-game home stand as they play host to St.… Continue reading Winning! Newman volleyball team looks to build on six-game streak
Newman University student dies in motorcycle accident
Early this morning, Thursday, Sept. 3, Newman University senior Reece Wright-Conklin died in a motorcycle accident. The 21-year-old member of the Newman Wrestling Team was on his way to a… Continue reading Newman University student dies in motorcycle accident
Shella Augspurger – 2015 Staff Excellence Award recipient
Every year the Newman University Staff Assembly presents the Staff Excellence Award to acknowledge a staff member’s self-sacrificing hard work and dedication toward the Newman University Mission. The awardee is nominated… Continue reading Shella Augspurger – 2015 Staff Excellence Award recipient
Newman University set to start triathlon program in 2016
Newman University will soon be the first school in Kansas to have a triathlon team. A triathlon program is set to start in the fall of the 2016-2017 academic year. Newman officials are… Continue reading Newman University set to start triathlon program in 2016
UK tennis player uses YouTube video to find a college
The Newman University tennis team recently signed Vanessa Brill from the United Kingdom – after watching a video Brill posted on YouTube highlighting her tennis skills. Brill will attend Newman beginning in the 2015/2016… Continue reading UK tennis player uses YouTube video to find a college
31st Annual Jet Open draws 212 golfers
The 31st Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament was a big success by anyone’s standards, drawing 212 golfers and raising approximately $100,000 to support Newman University Athletics. The… Continue reading 31st Annual Jet Open draws 212 golfers
Newman University sustains storm damage
Overnight storms caused an estimated $35,000 in damages to outdoor athletic facilities and trees on the campus of Newman University on Aug. 10. The university’s softball facility sustained the most… Continue reading Newman University sustains storm damage
31st Annual Jet Open Golf Tournament set for Aug. 1, 3
Newman University will host the 31st Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament Aug. 1 and 3. The golf tournament is designed to raise funds for the Athletic… Continue reading 31st Annual Jet Open Golf Tournament set for Aug. 1, 3
Newman incoming freshmen students to play basketball in Euro Championships
Melanie George and Parris Wilkinson, two incoming freshmen students who will play for the Newman Women’s Basketball Team, recently made the final 12 roster for the England U18 National Team that… Continue reading Newman incoming freshmen students to play basketball in Euro Championships
Young students learn about basketball, life at Mark Potter Day Camp
On Monday June 15, 2015, Newman Men’s Basketball Head Coach Mark Potter held the first day of his annual Mark Potter Day Camp. Children from Wichita and surrounding areas came to… Continue reading Young students learn about basketball, life at Mark Potter Day Camp
International media covers Newman University athletics
Newman University athletics is getting some international exposure. Jets sports are receiving some “love” from media outlets located around the world, as a current coach and a former player have appeared… Continue reading International media covers Newman University athletics
How to survive the June 6 Wichita Gladiator Dash
More than 1,250 people have signed up for this year’s Wichita Gladiator Dash. The event will begin at 11 a.m., June 6 at Sedgwick County Park. Although the turnout is already… Continue reading How to survive the June 6 Wichita Gladiator Dash
Newman University shortstop named Academic All-American
Newman University senior shortstop Jarrod Flax was named to the 2015 Capital One Academic All-America Division II Baseball team, as selected by the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA)… Continue reading Newman University shortstop named Academic All-American
Newman University summer basketball camps offered in June
The Newman men’s and women’s basketball teams have announced summer camps for the month of June. The Mark Potter Day Camp will take place June 15-17, and the Newman Team… Continue reading Newman University summer basketball camps offered in June
Newman University names new volleyball coach
Destiny Clark has been named the head volleyball coach at Newman University, Athletic Director Vic Trilli announced. Clark has spent the last two seasons as the head coach at Wichita… Continue reading Newman University names new volleyball coach
Competitors prepare for 4th Annual Wichita Gladiator Dash on June 6
With just under 950 registrants already signed up, it looks like it will be another promising year for the Wichita Gladiator Dash. The June 6 event will once again be held at Sedgwick… Continue reading Competitors prepare for 4th Annual Wichita Gladiator Dash on June 6
Women’s Tennis Jets soar into national rankings
The Newman University Women’s Tennis Team is currently undefeated, 11-0 overall, and is ranked nationally for the first time in NCAA Division II history.
Newman wrestler advances to nationals
Newman University wrestler Dustin Reed is headed to the NCAA Division II National Tournament, March 13-14 in St. Louis, Mo.
NU: Heartland Conference’s hottest team comes up just short
Even though it did not end the way Jet supporters had hoped, it was a season to remember. The Newman University Men’s Basketball Team battled to the very end, but… Continue reading NU: Heartland Conference’s hottest team comes up just short
Potter’s 300th victory highlights Hall of Fame weekend
Head men’s basketball Coach Mark Potter achieved a milestone victory as his team rose to the challenge of defeating Heartland Conference co-leader St Mary’s University last Saturday. With an exciting… Continue reading Potter’s 300th victory highlights Hall of Fame weekend
Hall of Fame 2015 events to begin Friday, Jan. 30
Newman University will host events Jan. 30 – Feb. 1 in celebration of the Newman University Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2015. Check below for a list of the 2015 Hall… Continue reading Hall of Fame 2015 events to begin Friday, Jan. 30
300 wins on the radar for Jet’s Mark Potter
Newman University head basketball coach Mark Potter is nearing another career milestone. Potter is closing in on 300 career college victories, all at NU. In his 17th year, coach Potter’s record… Continue reading 300 wins on the radar for Jet’s Mark Potter
Ugly Sweater Run raises $820 for Make-A-Wish
The Newman University Student Athlete Advisory Committee (S.A.A.C.) organized its second annual Ugly Sweater Run on Nov. 15 on the campus of Newman University. The event, which included 30 runners participating in the race… Continue reading Ugly Sweater Run raises $820 for Make-A-Wish