The women’s and men’s basketball games scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 14 against Lubbock Christian have been canceled due to weather. The make-up date for these games will be determined and announced at a… Continue reading Jan. 14 basketball games canceled
Athletics
Get tickets now for the 2017 Athletics Hall of Fame Feb. 3-4
Four individuals and two teams will be honored at several events on the first weekend of February during celebrations for the 2017 Newman University Athletic Hall of Fame. Former Newman… Continue reading Get tickets now for the 2017 Athletics Hall of Fame Feb. 3-4
Mark Potter to retire after season
The surprising news broke Dec. 9. Longtime Men’s Head Basketball Coach Mark Potter will leave the Newman University sidelines following the completion of the current season.
Women’s Basketball – fire and ice in Alaska
The Newman University Women’s Basketball team is still thawing out from a bitter cold Thanksgiving. While the rest of us enjoyed a relatively warm weather during the holiday, the Lady… Continue reading Women’s Basketball – fire and ice in Alaska
Newman athletic teams finish up fall season strong
The weather is starting to cool down, finals week is right around the corner and the fall sports season is coming to a close. Here is a look at just… Continue reading Newman athletic teams finish up fall season strong
Daniel Nwosu Jr. crafts artistic pieces to be part of the solution
Daniel Nwosu Jr. says he is creating art. And 50,000 people agree. Nwosu was born in Ottawa, Canada, and is currently attending Newman University to play basketball and study communication. He has… Continue reading Daniel Nwosu Jr. crafts artistic pieces to be part of the solution
Halloween 5K Walk/Run raises money for Make-A-Wish
The Newman campus was full of eager runners and walkers at the 2nd Annual Halloween 5K Walk/Run on the evening of Wednesday, Oct. 26. The Newman University Student-Athlete Advisory Committee… Continue reading Halloween 5K Walk/Run raises money for Make-A-Wish
Athletic alumni reunions bring old friends together again
There comes a time each year when the Newman community misses its alumni a little too much. This is why the Alumni Relations office organizes athletic alumni reunions – events… Continue reading Athletic alumni reunions bring old friends together again
Students invite families to participate in Family Weekend
This past weekend marked the annual Family Weekend, a chance for Newman students to invite their families to visit, partake in events both on and off campus and receive a… Continue reading Students invite families to participate in Family Weekend
Men’s bowling team strikes big win at MidStates Championship
The Newman University Men’s Bowling Team won the MidStates Championship at Northrock Lanes in Wichita during the weekend of Oct. 8-9. It was the first time ever for the Newman… Continue reading Men’s bowling team strikes big win at MidStates Championship
Triathlon team races into first year
Triathlon is a sport at Newman University this year. Coach Jeff Lovgren comes to Newman with years of experience in the sport. Lovgren, along with Coach Heidi Coble, are leading the first institution-sponsored college… Continue reading Triathlon team races into first year
First volleyball conference match at home
The Newman women’s volleyball team will have their first conference match at home against St. Edwards on Sept. 29 at 7 p.m. With an overall score of 12-5 and a… Continue reading First volleyball conference match at home
Newman students find dream golf house
There is great camaraderie among all of the Newman athletic teams, but one team in particular is a little closer than the others… literally closer. Last year the members of… Continue reading Newman students find dream golf house
Soccer team unites players from around the world
In most countries, soccer is not called soccer. In fact, it is mostly known as ‘football’ around the world. Many of the players on the Newman men’s soccer team are from… Continue reading Soccer team unites players from around the world
Women’s volleyball team sets NCAA Division II record
This past weekend, Friday, Sept. 9, the Newman women’s volleyball team played at the New Victorian Inn and Suites/Runza Fall Classic against Black Hills State in Kearney, Neb. What makes… Continue reading Women’s volleyball team sets NCAA Division II record
SAAC at Newman University aims to do more fundraising this year
Newman University, like many universities, has a Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) to represent the school and its student-athletes — but they want to make sure everyone on campus plays a part,… Continue reading SAAC at Newman University aims to do more fundraising this year
Upcoming athletic events for Newman University
Newman University NCAA Division II sports is going into its ninth year. According to David Rung, Newman sports information director, the past 2015-2016 season was the athletics division’s most successful… Continue reading Upcoming athletic events for Newman University
Rain, weather could not hold back the 2016 Jet Open
The 32nd Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament and Silent Auction took place on Sunday and Monday, Aug. 7, 8, respectively. Sunday night’s Kickoff Party and auction were as… Continue reading Rain, weather could not hold back the 2016 Jet Open
2016 Jet Open to raise money for athletics scholarships
Newman University will host the 32nd Annual Laurie Bell Memorial Jet Open Charity Golf Tournament Aug. 7 and 8. The golf tournament is designed to raise funds for the Athletic… Continue reading 2016 Jet Open to raise money for athletics scholarships
Newman alumnus Florian Temengil makes his second trip to the Olympics
Newman University alumnus Florian Skilang Temengil is headed to the Olympic Games for the second time. Temengil graduated from Newman in 2009 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Sonography.… Continue reading Newman alumnus Florian Temengil makes his second trip to the Olympics
5th annual Wichita Gladiator Dash benefits Newman Athletics
Competitors on the reality television show “Survivor” have nothing on the nearly 1,400 people who braved the heat and challenging obstacle course June 11 for the 5th annual Wichita Gladiator Dash… Continue reading 5th annual Wichita Gladiator Dash benefits Newman Athletics
Tyler Bugner is going places – Colorado to be exact
When asked who inspires him most in life, Tyler Bugner simply responded, “My parents. They’ve been my biggest mentors and have taught me everything, to work hard in life.”
Second annual Jetspy Awards celebrate Newman University athletics
Every student-athlete at Newman University, along with the entire Athletic Department, celebrated the second annual Jetspy awards Monday, May 2 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The Jetspy awards banquet, a… Continue reading Second annual Jetspy Awards celebrate Newman University athletics
Newman University women’s bowling team closes season at Nationals
Newman University women’s bowling team recently ended its season with its 11th straight appearance at the national tournament. The squad completed 24 baker games and collected 4,892 pins to earn… Continue reading Newman University women’s bowling team closes season at Nationals
Newman University women bowlers competing in nationals at Northrock Lanes
The Newman University Women’s Bowling Team is hoping “home cooking” will help them make a successful run during the Intercollegiate Team Championships April 21-23 at Wichita’s Northrock Lanes. This is the 11th time… Continue reading Newman University women bowlers competing in nationals at Northrock Lanes
Newman University athletics week in review
Newman University softball wrapped up a long home stand Tuesday with a doubleheader against Northeastern State University. The Lady Jets, 12-25 on the season, notched five wins during the home… Continue reading Newman University athletics week in review
Newman wrestler earns school’s first DII All-American individual honor
The 2016 National Wrestling Championships in Sioux Falls, S.D., did not start out as planned for Newman University junior Dustin Reed. But the Newman wrestler ended up accomplishing something no… Continue reading Newman wrestler earns school’s first DII All-American individual honor
Newman bowlers will compete at nationals in own backyard
After traveling nearly 1,200 miles to compete in the qualifying tournament, members of the Newman University Women’s Bowling Team will venture just 14 miles from campus next month to battle in… Continue reading Newman bowlers will compete at nationals in own backyard
Judo classes take off at Newman University
Athletic Director Vic Trilli recently informed the Newman University community that Judoka classes, instructed by Greg Gideon, on campus are taking off.
Newman men rally for first postseason win since 2005
A big second half lifted the Newman men’s basketball team to its first-ever postseason victory as members of the Heartland Conference, beating second-seeded Lubbock Christian 81-79 in the league quarterfinals March 4 at the… Continue reading Newman men rally for first postseason win since 2005
Jets fight for win at Heartland Conference Tournament
Newman University basketball hit the road Wednesday, March 2, and headed to Tulsa, to compete in the 2016 Heartland Conference Tournament. The men’s basketball team, 16-12 on the season and 9-11… Continue reading Jets fight for win at Heartland Conference Tournament
2016 Homecoming Week a success
With the arrival of March and the beginning of Spring just around the corner, Newman University’s Winter Homecoming is officially over. The weeks leading up to Homecoming Week in early… Continue reading 2016 Homecoming Week a success
Confident Newman baseball team off to fast start
With a nine-game winning streak, a video highlight (of second baseman Jacob Hamerle making a sliding catch into a wall) that has gone “national” and a ton of confidence on the… Continue reading Confident Newman baseball team off to fast start
Spring ’16 sports preview at Newman University
The end of basketball season is quickly approaching, and the Newman University Jets’ baseball, softball, tennis and golf teams are warming up for spring. Baseball The Jets baseball team, which… Continue reading Spring ’16 sports preview at Newman University
2016 Winter Homecoming Court announced
Newman University is gearing up for the 2016 Winter Homecoming basketball games. Many organizations on campus are planning events and other activities to help celebrate the week. In keeping with… Continue reading 2016 Winter Homecoming Court announced
Reed chosen as MIAA Wrestler of the Year
Newman University junior Dustin Reed was chosen as the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association’s Wrestler of the Year during the MIAA Tournament Feb. 14. Reed, who won the 125-pound title, is on… Continue reading Reed chosen as MIAA Wrestler of the Year
Sports medicine helps injured Jets get back to playing condition
Newman University Athletics compete at the NCAA Division II level, which requires talented coaches, disciplined athletes and a driven athletic department. However, there is one aspect of collegiate athletics that… Continue reading Sports medicine helps injured Jets get back to playing condition
Heartland Conference Tournament to take best eight teams
The Heartland Conference basketball tournament received a bit of a makeover this year. The tournament, March 4-6, will be expanded from four teams to eight and will be held at… Continue reading Heartland Conference Tournament to take best eight teams
New women’s soccer coach joins Jets
The new women’s soccer head coach at Newman University is Aaron Avila, former men and women’s head coach at Barton Community College. Athletic Director Vic Trilli announced the selection of… Continue reading New women’s soccer coach joins Jets
Former Newman basketball player from Europe now coaching women’s team
A little over a decade ago, Elhad Emerllahu came to America from worn-torn Kosovo. At the time he was 9 years old with little knowledge of the American culture, English language,… Continue reading Former Newman basketball player from Europe now coaching women’s team