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

The men's basketball team defeated University of Texas Permian Basin at the 2016 Winter Homecoming Game.

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

Photo by Hank Griggs, Newman Vantage Photo Editor

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