Sports

Offense leads Taylor softball through the CL

By Caleb Joshua Heffron · Tuesday, April 16, 2024

With half the season completed, and half to go, Taylor University softball is at a tipping point.

Taylor University returns to the tennis courts

By Caleb Joshua Heffron · Tuesday, April 16, 2024

After a five-year absence, Taylor University will, once again, be adding tennis to its varsity athletic programs.

March Madness 2024 features ‘Two Shining Moments’

By Caleb Joshua Heffron · Tuesday, April 16, 2024

Each iteration of ‘One Shining Moment’ gives me chills and nearly makes me tear up just a little, though I’ll never admit that to anyone. But this year was going to be different.

Coach Gary Ross moves into administrative role

By Mallory Dotson · Tuesday, April 16, 2024

Gary Ross is taking on a new position at Taylor, stepping down from his role as the head men’s soccer coach.

All-American Alert: Track & field shines at Indoor Nationals

By Elise Hoylman · Tuesday, April 16, 2024

Taylor showed up and showed out at the 2024 NAIA Indoor National Championships as track and field left South Dakota with 14 All-American honors.

Shalyn Hussey exemplifies hustle and details 2020 championship

By Hayden McDonald · Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Sophomore student Shalyn Hussey played for the Guerin Catholic Golden Eagles women's soccer team located in Noblesville, IN. Her squad dealt with adversity throughout the 2020 season, but despite dealing with COVID, the team willed their way to a state championship appearance.

Taylor Westgate breaks records in final year

By Kali Siemers · Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Taylor Westgate drove the Trojans women’s basketball team with determination and patience.

Commissioner Todd Tryon helms the IFL with dedication while keeping a constant eye on the future. (Photo provided by the Las Vegas Sun)

The IFL focuses on community and consistency

By Caleb Joshua Heffron · Tuesday, April 9, 2024

When college football and the NFL annually close out their seasons by mid-February, a different style of the sport takes center stage.

Smith, Darby lead Taylor disc golf to Nationals

By Caleb Joshua Heffron · Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Are you looking for an underdog story? Look no further than Taylor University Disc Golf.

Beyond the jerseys: FCA unites athletes

By Samuel Jones · Wednesday, March 20, 2024

During his undergraduate studies at Central Michigan University, Hodgson served in sports ministry. At Taylor, he is pursuing his master’s degree and is continuing to connect athletes across campus through the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, also known as FCA.

TU searches for new basketball coach

By Caleb Joshua Heffron · Tuesday, March 19, 2024

In a press release by Taylor University’s athletic department on Mar. 5, Taylor University announced that they would be parting ways with men’s basketball head coach Josh Andrews.

Competitive cheer takes third at conference

By Mallory Dotson · Tuesday, March 19, 2024

The Taylor University co-ed competitive cheer team finished their 2024 season at the Crossroads League Championships on March 9.

Senior Spotlight: Gavin Yoon and Caleb Hodgson discuss Taylor’s impact over their collegiate basketball careers

By Alex Boothby · Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Taylor University is known for changing the lives of everyone who is called to the school.

WCABL brings big-game players to small-town baseball

By Stephen Wisnewski · Tuesday, March 19, 2024

The West Chester Adult Baseball League (WCABL) is a wood-bat men’s league that has been in existence since 1956 and attracts high school, college and even pro talent.

Webb brings grit, grind and hustle to Taylor basketball

By Conrad Otto · Tuesday, March 19, 2024

As the end of another season of Taylor basketball wraps up, things may change internally for the program. With the recent departure of now-former coach Josh Andrews, the players are now motivated to work harder than they have before, bettering themselves before the new head coach is announced.