Here’s a recap of the latest athletics news to keep readers up-to-date on the action.
Basketball
Vic Trilli: Distinguished alumnus at Midwestern State University
Newman Vice President for Student Affairs and Director of Athletics Victor “Vic” Trilli was recognized as a distinguished alumnus at Midwestern State University (MSU) in Wichita Falls, Texas, during its… Continue reading Vic Trilli: Distinguished alumnus at Midwestern State University
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
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
Alumnus JJ McGuigan hopes to help others through songwriting
JJ McGuigan was born in Wichita and graduated from Newman University in 2005 with a degree in Secondary Education. While at Newman he played basketball, which became an important part of his life.… Continue reading Alumnus JJ McGuigan hopes to help others through songwriting
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 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
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
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
Newman men’s basketball rolls in final non-league home game
Senior Gavin Thurman poured in a season-high 27 points and added eight rebounds, leading four players in double figures as the Newman Men’s Basketball Team led wire-to-wire to dispatch Bethel… Continue reading Newman men’s basketball rolls in final non-league home game
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
Women’s Basketball vs. York College
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
Alumni Gathering at basketball game in Oklahoma City
Watch Newman University’s Mens Basketball take on the Cameron Aggies in Oklahoma City. Contact Sarah Cundiff for details.
Men’s Basketball vs. Livin’ The Dream – Exhibition Match
Don’t miss the first the return of the Men’s Basketball season with an at-home exhibition match against “Livin’ The Dream”. The mission of Livin’ The Dream is to boldly proclaim… Continue reading Men’s Basketball vs. Livin’ The Dream – Exhibition Match
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
