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Missouri State Athletics • November 13 2024

Bears Soccer Drops MVC Semifinal to Evansville

SPRINGFIELD - Top-seed Missouri State men's soccer (12-2-3) failed to advance to the championship of the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament for the first time since 2018 with its 1-0 loss to No. 5-seed Evansville (10-6-3) Wednesday night at Betty & Bobby Allison South Stadium.

Missouri State Athletics • November 12 2024

MVC Men’s Soccer Championship Central

SPRINGFIELD - The No. 11-ranked Missouri State men's soccer team hosts its third Missouri Valley Conference Championship Tournament in the last four years as the MVC regular season champions and No. 1-seed for the tournament. Betty & Bobby Allison South Stadium will host the semifinals (Nov. 13) and championship (Nov. 16) of the tournament.

Missouri State Athletics • November 12 2024

Barea, Caton Win Specialty Awards; Seven Bears Earn MVC Honors

ST. LOUIS - Seven Missouri State men's soccer players were rewarded with 2024 All-Missouri Valley Conference honors, the league announced Tuesday morning.

Missouri State Athletics • November 6 2024

No. 11 Soccer Bears Clinch Regular Season Title at Drake

DES MOINES, Iowa - No. 11-ranked Missouri State men's soccer (12-2-2, 7-0-1) secured the Missouri Valley Conference regular season championship on Wednesday with a 1-0 victory over the Drake Bulldogs (9-4-3, 5-1-2). The Bears handed the Bulldogs their lone conference loss of the season, leaving Missouri State as the lone undefeated team in conference play.

Missouri State Athletics • November 5 2024

Bears Soccer Up Six Spots to No. 11 in United Soccer Coaches Poll

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Missouri State men's soccer (11-2-2, 6-0-1 Missouri Valley Conference) gained six spots to No. 11 in this week's United Soccer Coaches Poll released Tuesday afternoon. The ranking is the highest the Bears have been placed in the poll this season.

Missouri State Athletics • November 4 2024

No. 17 Soccer Bears Set for Winner-Take-All Finale at Drake

SPRINGFIELD - Missouri State men's soccer (11-2-2, 6-0-1 MVC) concludes its regular season with a pivotal match to decide the Missouri Valley Conference regular season championship against Drake (9-3-3, 5-0-2 MVC) on Wednesday, Nov. 6 at Mediacom Stadium in Des Moines, Iowa. Kickoff is set for 7:00 p.m. CT. The match will be streamed on ESPN+.

Missouri State Athletics • November 1 2024

Men’s Soccer Scores Six Straight Goals in Evansville Rout

SPRINGFIELD - Missouri State men's soccer turned an early mistake into a forgotten footnote in a 6-1 rout of visiting Evansville here Friday. The win secured No. 17 Missouri State (11-2-2, 6-0-1 MVC) a first-round bye in the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament and sets up a chance to earn the No. 1 seed and outright conference title in next week's finale.

Missouri State Athletics • October 30 2024

No. 17 Bears Soccer Hosts Evansville on Senior Night

SPRINGFIELD - Missouri State men's soccer (10-2-2, 5-0-1 Missouri Valley Conference) looks to extend its 11-match unbeaten streak when it hosts Evansville (8-5-7, 4-2-0 MVC) at Betty & Bobby Allison South Stadium on Friday, Nov. 1. Kickoff is set for 7:00 p.m. Ten players will be honored for the team's senior night before the match.

Missouri State Athletics • October 25 2024

Men’s Soccer to Join The American Starting in 2025

IRVING, Texas - Missouri State men's soccer will join the American Athletic Conference as an affiliate member on July 1, 2025, the league announced.

Missouri State Athletics • October 23 2024

SLU Holds Off Late MSU Rally to Preserve 0-0 Tie

SPRINGFIELD - No. 13-ranked Missouri State men's soccer had multiple opportunities against Saint Louis Wednesday night, but the Billikens defense never broke as the two battled to a scoreless draw after 90 hard-fought minutes.

Missouri State Athletics • October 22 2024

Bears Soccer Improves to No. 13 in United Soccer Coaches Poll

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Missouri State men's soccer moved up to No. 13 in this week's United Soccer Coaches Poll released Tuesday afternoon. The poll marks the second straight week that the Bears have moved up two spots.

Missouri State Athletics • October 22 2024

Barea Earns Fifth Career MVC Player of the Week Nod

ST. LOUIS - Missouri State men's soccer senior forward Jesus Barea has been named Missouri Valley Conference Offensive Player of the Week, the league announced Tuesday afternoon. The award is Barea's second weekly honor this season and fifth of his career. He also won Player of the Week on Sept. 3 after scoring braces against Pacific (Aug. 26) and Kansas City (Sept. 2).

Missouri State Athletics • October 21 2024

No. 15 Bears Soccer Hosts Saint Louis for In-state Showdown

SPRINGFIELD - No. 15 Missouri State men's soccer (10-2-1, 5-0-1 Missouri Valley Conference) looks to extend its five-match winning streak and 10-match unbeaten streak in an in-state matchup against Saint Louis (5-2-6, 3-0-3 Atlantic 10) on Wednesday, Oct. 23 at Betty & Bobby Allison South Stadium. Kickoff is set for 6:00 p.m. and admission will be free.

Missouri State Athletics • October 20 2024

Barea Nails Late Game-Winner over Bowling Green

SPRINGFIELD - No. 15-ranked Missouri State men's soccer extended its winning streak to five games and unbeaten streak to 10 matches in a 2-1 thriller against Bowling Green at Betty & Bobby Allison South Stadium on Sunday. Two of the Bears' leading scorers, senior forwards Jesus Barea and Fumiya Shiraishi, paved the way for Missouri State to extend its lead in the Missouri Valley Conference.

Missouri State Athletics • October 18 2024

No. 15 Men’s Soccer Hosts Bowling Green for MVC Lead

SPRINGFIELD - No. 15 Missouri State men's soccer (9-2-1, 4-0-1 Missouri Valley Conference) seeks its sixth consecutive double-digit win season in a battle for the top of the MVC standings against Bowling Green (9-2-2, 3-1-1 MVC) on Sunday, Oct. 20 at Betty & Bobby Allison South Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7:00 p.m. CT.

Missouri State Athletics • October 18 2024

Barea Ranked in National Midseason Player List

LONG BEACH, Calif. - Missouri State men's soccer senior forward Jesus Barea was ranked in the national top 100 midseason player rankings posted by TopDrawerSoccer. Barea is ranked No. 28 on the list.

Missouri State Athletics • October 15 2024

Men’s Soccer Earns 3-1 Win over Memphis

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Missouri State men's soccer (9-2-1) completed its Tennessee sweep Tuesday night with an emphatic 3-1 victory over the Memphis Tigers (6-5-2) in a battle of teams leading their respective conferences. The Bears put up seven corner kicks and outshot the Tigers 8-1 in the first half to earn their first win over Memphis since 2012 and first road victory against the Tigers since 1999.

Missouri State Athletics • October 15 2024

Bears Soccer Up to No. 15 in United Soccer Coaches Poll

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Missouri State men's soccer (8-2-1, 4-0-1 Missouri Valley Conference) moved up two spots to No. 15 in this week's United Soccer Coaches National Top 25 Poll released Tuesday afternoon.

Missouri State Athletics • October 14 2024

No. 17 Men’s Soccer Heads to Memphis for Mid-Week Matchup

SPRINGFIELD - Missouri State men's soccer (8-2-1, 4-0-1 Missouri Valley Conference) returns to the state of Tennessee following its win over Belmont in Nashville for a mid-week match against Memphis (6-4-2, 3-0-1 American Athletic Conference) on Tuesday, Oct. 15. Kickoff is set for 6:00 p.m. from The Billy J. Murphy Soccer/Track & Field Complex.

Missouri State Athletics • October 12 2024

Jennings Scores Twice Within One Minute to Lift Bears Over Bruins

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Missouri State men's soccer (8-2-1, 4-0-1 MVC) secured its third consecutive win and extended its unbeaten streak to eight matches with a 2-1 victory over the Belmont Bruins Saturday night in Nashville. Senior forward James Jennings scored two goals within one minute of each other to keep the Bears undefeated in Missouri Valley Conference play.

Missouri State Athletics • October 10 2024

Men’s Soccer Opens Tennessee Road Trip at Belmont

SPRINGFIELD - Missouri State men's soccer hits the road again for another conference match following its 7-0 victory over Northern Illinois on Sunday. The Bears play the first of two straight matches in Tennessee against the Belmont Bruins on Saturday, Oct. 12 at E.S. Rose Park in Nashville.

Missouri State Athletics • October 8 2024

Bears Soccer Ranked No. 17 in United Soccer Coaches Poll

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Missouri State men's soccer (7-2-1, 3-0-1 Missouri Valley Conference) is ranked No. 17 on the United Soccer Coaches National Top 25 Poll released Tuesday afternoon. This poll marks the first time the Bears have been ranked this season.

Missouri State Athletics • October 8 2024

Shiraishi and Lowry Sweep MVC Weekly Awards

ST. LOUIS - Missouri State men's soccer (7-2-1) swept the weekly Missouri Valley Conference awards for the first time this season. Senior forward Fumiya Shiraishi was named MVC Player of the Week and senior goalkeeper Will Lowry was named MVC Defensive Player of the Week, the league announced Tuesday afternoon.

Missouri State Athletics • October 6 2024

Offensive Onslaught Lifts Men’s Soccer Past NIU

SPRINGFIELD - Missouri State men's soccer scored a season-high seven goals in a rout against conference foe Northern Illinois Sunday night at Betty & Bobby Allison South Stadium. Seniors Fumiya Shiraishi and James Jennings led the offensive explosion with two goals apiece in a match where four different Bears found the back of the net.

Arizona Daily Sun • April 29 2023

Flagstaff baseball mounts comeback in run-happy playoff win over Walden Grove

An early major deficit turned into a comeback win for the Flagstaff baseball team Saturday. The No. 7-seeded Eagles stormed back from trailing by eight runs to win 19-13 over the 10th-seeded Walden Grove Red Wolves.

Arizona Daily Sun • April 25 2023

Coconino softball repeats as region champs with win over Flagstaff

The Coconino Panthers softball team clinched its second straight 4A Grand Canyon Region championship on its Senior Night by defeating the Flagstaff Eagles at home, 11-2, on Monday.

Arizona Daily Sun • April 21 2023

Flagstaff baseball wins crosstown battle at Coconino

Eagles manager Kenny Macias said his players have gone through so much to get to a point they can be proud of. The 4A Conference Eagles pushed their overall record to 15-2 and their mark in the Grand Canyon Region standings to 9-2.

Arizona Daily Sun • April 14 2023

Basis Flagstaff rolls to victory in crosstown battle over Northland Prep

Northland Prep Academy girls tennis came close to handing Basis Flagstaff its first regular-season loss in two years, but the Yeti held on against their city rival, winning 6-3 to improve to 9-0 with one match remaining.

Arizona Daily Sun • April 6 2023

Flagstaff High School senior Brookelyn Porter signs to Elmira College soccer

Once an Eagle, always an Eagle.

That was the central theme when Flagstaff girls soccer celebrated its eighth college signing event this year as senior Brookelyn Porter officially announced where she will be continuing her playing career.

Arizona Daily Sun • March 28 2023

Flagstaff defeats Coconino in return to the sand

An extended snow break has kept spring sports away from the city, but with a glimmer of sunshine came a chance for Flagstaff High School to finally play its first home match at Flagstaff Athletic Club-East over a month into the season.

Arizona Daily Sun • March 9 2023

NAU men's basketball ends run in conference tournament with loss to Montana State

The No. 9-seeded Northern Arizona Lumberjacks men's basketball team's miracle run came to an end Wednesday as the team lost in its first Big Sky Conference tournament title game since 2008, falling to the defending champion in No. 2 Montana State, 85-78, in Boise, Idaho.

Arizona Daily Sun • March 8 2023

NAU men's basketball reaches conference final with convincing win over Montana

The No. 9 Northern Arizona Lumberjacks men's basketball team is going to the Big Sky Conference Men’s Basketball Championships final for the first time since 2008. The Lumberjacks defeated the No. 4 Montana Grizzlies in the semifinals, 83-71, in Boise, Idaho.

Arizona Daily Sun • March 6 2023

NAU's Shane Burcar and Idaho's Tim Marrion showcase the ups and downs of college coaching

Coaching at the professional level is not for the faint of heart. It requires years of experience and moving through the ranks. Many get their start coaching kids at the high school level.

Arizona Daily Sun • March 5 2023

Oh boy, Oakland: NAU men's basketball advances behind buzzer-beating 3

The No. 9 Northern Arizona Lumberjacks did the impossible in the quarterfinals of the 2023 Big Sky Men’s Basketball Championships with a buzzer-beating 3-point heave that sent them over the top-seeded Eastern Washington Eagles, 81-80 Sunday in Boise, Idaho.

Arizona Daily Sun • February 10 2023

Former Fiesta Bowl players return to State Farm Stadium for Super Bowl

Arizona is hosting the Super Bowl for a record-tying fourth time this Sunday between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles. State Farm Stadium, home of the Arizona Cardinals and Super Bowl LVII, is also home to another major football game played just over a month before.

Arizona Daily Sun • February 3 2023

Flagstaff boys soccer dominates in rivalry match

In a week that has been filled with Flagstaff and Coconino rivalry contests, the pair's boys soccer teams met once again at Flagstaff High School Friday. The Eagles were in control all match, defeating the Panthers 5-0.

Arizona Daily Sun • January 13 2023

Chukwujigha returns, but scoring drought halts Coconino boys basketball against Bradshaw Mountain

The Coconino Panthers boys basketball team couldn't hand the third-ranked Bradshaw Mountain Bears their first loss of the regular season Thursday, falling 49-40 at Coconino High School.

Arizona Daily Sun • January 10 2023

Northland Prep's defense stymies Basis Flagstaff for 40-18 victory

The Northland Prep Academy girls basketball team won a city battle against the Basis Flagstaff Yeti, 40-18, thanks to strong defensive play and a fourth-quarter run that left no doubt in the outcome Monday at Basis Flagstaff High School.

Arizona Daily Sun • January 6 2023

Flagstaff boys basketball wins home region contest over Mohave

In its first home game of the new year, the No. 33 Flagstaff Eagles boys basketball team earned its first Grand Canyon Region win of the season by taking down the Mohave Thunderbirds, 60-37, Thursday at War Memorial Gymnasium.

Arizona Daily Sun • January 5 2023

Flagstaff boys soccer blanks Seton Catholic for home victory

The Flagstaff Eagles boys soccer team started the new year strong with a dominant, 5-0, win over the Seton Catholic Sentinels on a cold afternoon Wednesday at Flagstaff High School.

Arizona Daily Sun • October 29 2022

Mingus Union downs Flagstaff with late scoring run

Scoring 22 unanswered points in the second half -- including 16 late in the fourth quarter -- the 27th-ranked Mingus Union Marauders defeated the No. 33 Flagstaff Eagles, 28-15, in Cottonwood on Friday.

Arizona Daily Sun • October 1 2022

Flagstaff Eagles stalled on ground in defensive battle, lose 30-12 to Marcos de Niza in Tempe

Coming off their bye week, the Flagstaff Eagles could not handle a constant barrage of blitzes from the Marcos de Niza Padres and lost 30-12 Friday in Tempe.

Arizona Daily Sun • September 10 2022

Flagstaff offense stalls late, Eagles fall at Winslow Friday

The Flagstaff Eagles dropped their second game of the season in a 14-12 defeat at Winslow Friday.

Arizona Daily Sun • September 3 2022

NAU commit Adam Damante shows out in Flagstaff Kickoff Classic Friday

American Leadership Academy Gilbert-North senior quarterback Adam Damante, who committed to the Lumberjacks in the summer, played at the Walkup Skydome in a high school game.

Arizona Daily Sun • June 25 2022

Flagstaff, Coconino girls basketball show out in summer tournament

The high school basketball offseason leaves a lot of time for coaches to figure out what their team will look like and how they will construct a roster.

Arizona Daily Sun • December 24 2021

New ESPN+ deal benefits NAU directly through recruiting, other areas

With the move to ESPN+, the Big Sky Conference has the ability to showcase its games across the nation.

Arizona Daily Sun • December 23 2021

Big Sky’s ESPN+ deal coming to fruition

It has been six months since the Big Sky Conference announced that it had reached an agreement with ESPN to stream NCAA Big Sky games on ESPN+.

Northern Arizona University Athletics • April 16 2023

Women’s Tennis Goes Undefeated In Big Sky Play With Sac State Sweep

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (April 16, 2023) — Northern Arizona University Women's Tennis concluded a dominant 2023 season with a sweep of Sacramento State and defeated the Hornets for the third consecutive time.

Northern Arizona University Athletics • April 8 2023

NAU Men’s Tennis Extends Winning Streak to 10 in Pocatello

POCATELLO, Idaho (April 8, 2023) - The No. 61-ranked Northern Arizona Men's Tennis continued its hot season by winning its 10th straight match and remaining unbeaten in Big Sky play by defeating the Idaho State Bengals on the road, 4-3.

Northern Arizona University Athletics • March 15 2023

Men’s Tennis sweeps doubleheader against Pratt CC and Omaha

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz (March 15, 2023) - The No. 65-ranked Northern Arizona Men's Tennis team swept its doubleheader against Pratt Community College and University of Nebraska Omaha in its first matches since earning what is a tie for the highest ITA ranking in program history.

Northern Arizona University Athletics • March 3 2023

Jacks Earn First Conference Road Victory, 5-2 at Portland State

PORTLAND, Ore. (March 3, 2023) – The Lumberjacks split the weekend on the road, falling to Portland 5-2, before turning around and finding a 5-2 victory against Big Sky opponent Portland State.

Northern Arizona University Athletics • February 23 2023

NAU Women’s Basketball Ends Regular Season with Senior Day Against Northern Colorado and Finale at Weber State

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (February 23, 2023) – Northern Arizona Women's Basketball enters the final week of the 2022-23 Big Sky season, still in contention to win the regular season championship.

Northern Arizona University Athletics • February 18 2023

NAU Women’s Basketball Lights Scoreboard Up in Win over Idaho

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (February 18, 2023) - NAU Women's Basketball continued to find impressive ways to win this week, culminating in a high-speed victory over the Idaho Vandals, 87-78.

Northern Arizona University Athletics • February 4 2023

Women’s Tennis Splits Doubleheader in Tucson

TUCSON, Ariz. (February 4, 2023) - NAU Women's Tennis concluded its two-day stay at LaNelle Robson Tennis Center with a doubleheader against Fresno State and the University of Arizona.

Northern Arizona University Athletics • January 13 2023

NAU Swimming and Diving defeats PAC-12 Washington State in Tucson

TUCSON, Ariz. (January 13, 2023) - Fresh off its final home meet of the season last week, NAU Swimming and Diving pulled off a miraculous victory against PAC-12 Washington State in a dual meet at the University of Arizona in Tucson.

Northern Arizona University Athletics • January 6 2023

Swimming and Diving Honors Four Seniors Against Colorado State and North Texas

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (January 6, 2023) — In their final combined meet of the season in Flagstaff, NAU Swimming and Diving had a strong showing, tying Colorado State 150-150 and defeating North Texas 231-69, while honoring outgoing seniors Emily Luberto, Brooke Seiber, Iliana Moore and Haley Mayhew.

Northern Arizona University Athletics • December 18 2022

NAU Swimming and Diving Leaps to Second on Day 2 of UNLV Invitational

Las Vegas, Nev. (December 18, 2022) - Northern Arizona Swimming and Diving built off an already strong Day 1 of the UNLV Invitational with a just as impressive Day 2 on Sunday, moving into second place by surpassing host team UNLV.

Northern Arizona University Athletics • November 19 2022

NAU Stays Strong on Day 2 of Lumberjack Diving Invite

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (November 19, 2022) — Building off a solid first day of the Lumberjack Diving Invite on Friday, the Northern Arizona diving team continued to make up most of the finalists in the 1-meter diving events on Saturday.

Northern Arizona University Athletics • November 18 2022

NAU fills top of scoreboard on Day 1 of Lumberjack Diving Invite

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (November 18, 2022) - Northern Arizona University Diving opened up the first day of the Lumberjack Diving Invite with the 3-meter diving events.

Northern Arizona University Athletics • November 18 2022

NAU Swim Starts Day Three Strong in TYR/CMU Invitational

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (November 18, 2022) — The NAU Swim team built off of its strong showing yesterday with a handful of standout performances on Day 3 of the TYR/CMU Invitational hosted by Colorado Mesa University.

Northern Arizona University Athletics • November 2 2022

Audrey Taylor, Sophie Glancey Continue Basketball Careers Together in Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (November 2, 2022) - As the Northern Arizona women's basketball gears up for the 2022-23 season, looking to make another deep run at the Big Sky Tournament in Boise, Idaho in March, it will do so with a pair of newcomers who know their way around winning championships in Idaho.

Northern Arizona University Athletics • October 29 2022

NAU Volleyball Swept in The Nest by Sacramento State

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (October 29, 2022) - Looking to defeat Sacramento State in the Nest for the second straight year, the Hornets returned the favor from last season to sweep the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks 25-15, 25-12, 25-17 to mark their second straight three-set loss.

Northern Arizona University Athletics • October 21 2022

Swimming and Diving Earns Wins Against Arizona Christian, Ottawa and Idaho to open season

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz (October 21, 2022) - NAU Swimming and Diving opened up the 2022-23 season with a bang, securing a win against a duo of NAIA schools and one WAC opponent that made the trip to the Wall Aquatic Center.

Northern Arizona University Athletics • October 15 2022

NAU Volleyball swept by Montana State in Bozeman

BOZEMAN, Mont. (October 15, 2022) - NAU Volleyball suffered a tough sweep against the Montana State Bobcats to end a short Montana road trip (25-18, 25-13, 25-22). The Bobcats earned their best offensive game of the year, hitting on a season-best .359%, the highest percentage by an NAU opponent this season.

Northern Arizona University Athletics • October 7 2022

Gold Team Defeats Blue Team, 55-49, in 40th Annual Blue vs. Gold Meet

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (October 7, 2022) - NAU hosted its annual intrasquad meet, pitting Blue vs Gold for a final preseason competition where Gold won for the first time since 2019 with a score of 55-49.

Northern Arizona University Athletics • September 24 2022

Shorthanded Lumberjacks Start Slow, Fall to Weber State 3-1

OGDEN, Utah (September 24, 2022) – The Northern Arizona Lumberjacks were unable to stave off defeat Saturday night in Ogden, Utah, falling to the co-defending regular season champion Weber State Wildcats in their first road conference match of the season.

Northern Arizona University Athletics • September 21 2022

2022 NAU Athletics Hall of Fame Class: Kristi Klinnert

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (September 21, 2022) – The historic career of decorated runner Kristi Klinnert was a work of fate. Her accomplishments with Northern Arizona Women's Cross Country and Track & Field almost never happened.

The Lumberjack • January 31 2023

Hometown Spotlight: Santa Monica, California

The concept of people “invading” Arizona from California is nothing new, but the drastic differences between the two allow people moving to and from each state to experience what makes them what they are.

The Lumberjack • November 3 2022

NAU transfers join forces through Arizona ties

As @NAUBasketball gears up for the 2022-23 @BigSkyMBB season, the Lumberjacks bring in transfers @XavierFuller33 from South Dakota and @LiamLl0yd out of @GCU_MBB with ties to @NAUCoachBurcar and the state of Arizona.

The Lumberjack • October 31 2022

Morgan Gappmayer: From player to grad assistant

Former @NAUVolleyball outside hitter @MorganGappmayer forwent her eligibility to become a graduate assistant. Dealing with injuries making it hard to continue, she now helps the team on a whole new level, but her choice to stop playing was not easy.

The Lumberjack • September 28 2022

New Skydome lights provide flash and save cash

@NAUAthletics installed brand new LED lights at the J. Lawrence Walkup Skydome this summer thanks to initiatives from the @NAUGreenFund. The lights improve the game-day experience for @NAU fans and make life easier for players.

The Lumberjack • September 14 2022

Skydome field introduces new name partnership with Findlay Toyota

@NAUAthletics and @FlagstaffToyota agreed to a 10-year partnership that makes @ToyotaFindlay the “Official Automotive Partner of NAU Athletics” and names the field/court “Findlay Toyota Field” for football and “Findlay Toyota Court” for basketball.

The Lumberjack • April 27 2022

NAU holds “ribbon cutting” ceremony for Student-Athlete High Performance Center

@NAUAthletics officially held a grand opening of the Student-Athlete High Performance Center. Before doors opened, José Luis Cruz Rivera (@NAUPresident) and Mike Marlow (@MMarlow67) celebrated with a Lumberjack version of a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

The Lumberjack • April 27 2022

NAU men’s basketball looks to rebuild as transfers depart

The transfer portal has turned the @NCAA on its head, allowing players to play for other colleges. @NAUBasketball is no stranger to players coming and going via the portal, but this offseason has already been eventful as six Lumberjacks have left.

The Lumberjack • April 21 2022

NAU Golf wins first Big Sky Championship since 2015; Malakhova wins title

After seven years, @NAUGolf won the @BigSkyConf title with a historic second round to take a huge lead and held onto it thanks to Ekaterina Malakhova (@katerinaam11), who took home the individual title @talking_stickgc in Scottsdale.

The Lumberjack • April 6 2022

Idaho State’s Montana Oltrogge returning home to NAU

Former Idaho State forward @montanaoltrogge is coming to @NAU_WBB as a grad transfer and will play @BigSkyWBB for her fifth season. A Phoenix native, Oltrogge comes to Arizona to play closer to family.

The Lumberjack • March 30 2022

Big Sky Conference unveils new basketball tourney format through 2026

During the 2022 Big Sky basketball tournament, @BigSkyConf announced a new format for the next four seasons. The @BigSkyMBB championship will air on @ESPN 2. The @BigSkyWBB title game will be on @ESPNU, national TV for the first time.

The Lumberjack • March 6 2022

NAU women’s basketball plays Montana in quarterfinal rivalry

For the second time under head coach @Loree22, @NAUWBB advances straight to the quarterfinals of the tournament. The Lumberjacks will face @MontanaGrizWBB on Tuesday in a matchup that proves quite familiar in recent @BigSkyWBB Tournament history.

The Lumberjack • February 23 2022

NAU commit Colin Sahlman wins 2021-22 Gatorade National Cross Country Player of the Year

@NPHSAthletic runner and NAU commit @ColinSahlman was named 2021-22 @Gatorade National Cross Country Player of the Year, joining his former and future teammate @Nico__Young__, who won the award two years ago.

The Lumberjack • February 23 2022

NAU football prefers high school recruits over transfers for long-term success

National Signing Day took place with @NAU_Football adding to its recruiting class. Nine players joined the 20 from the early signing period and reaffirmed @CoachChrisBall’s commitment to signing young recruits over transfers for long-term success.

The Lumberjack • February 9 2022

Big Sky rescheduling challenges NAU women’s basketball mentally

Amid a @BigSkyWBB road trip that saw @NAU_WBB away from Flagstaff for weeks, the Lumberjacks battle through adversity as they still look to rekindle a season that hangs in the balance.

The Lumberjack • January 26 2022

NAU men’s tennis ready to come out strong to start season

Back-to-back @BigSkyConf championships aren’t enough to keep @NAUMensTennis satisfied. The Lumberjacks look to three-peat, but a former Big Sky dynasty has begun to put the league on notice after the preseason poll.

The Lumberjack • January 19 2022

NAU football earns largest early recruiting class in Big Sky

With last season long over, @NAU_Football has shifted its focus to recruiting as the team had the largest early recruiting class in @BigSkyFB with 20 early signees and more to come.

The Lumberjack • January 19 2022

JJ Nakai will miss rest of season due to academic ineligibility

After missing the first seven games of the year, senior guard JJ Nakai played three games this season before being declared academically ineligible. NAU women’s basketball will be without its leading scorer for the rest of the year.

The Lumberjack • November 20 2021

NAU Men’s XC wins fifth National Championship in six seasons, Women finish 23rd

For the fifth time in six seasons, the @NAUTrackFieldXC men’s cross country team wins the @NCAA national championship with Abdihamid Nur and @Nico__Young__ leading the Lumberjacks to victory.

The Lumberjack • November 3 2021

NAU men’s basketball 2021-22 season preview

After a tumultuous season riffled with COVID-19, @NAUBasketball is back in full force with a retooled roster as it tips off the season on Nov. 9 against @ArizonaMBB in Tucson.

The Lumberjack • October 27 2021

Medical training staff is the backbone of sports

Without medical trainers, athletics would not be as advanced as they are today. @NAUSportsMed, the people who keep Lumberjack athletes healthy, do not get nearly enough praise for the work they do.

The Lumberjack • September 1 2021

NAU volleyball freshman class bring experience to young core

With the addition of freshmen Kacee Moore, Jordan Cherniss and Sophia Wadsworth, @NAUVolleyball is recharged with young, experienced talent that looks to mesh well with the veteran players.

The Lumberjack • August 25 2021

NAU men’s basketball transfers look to fill missing pieces

As key players Cameron Shelton and Luke Avdalovic transfer to the West Coast Conference, newly added players @J15Cone, @masonstark223 and @juswattalook fill the needs of the Lumberjacks and become immediate team leaders.

The Lumberjack • January 10 2023

Former NAU running back Kevin Daniels transfers to Eastern Illinois

Former @NAU_Football running back Kevin Daniels (@kevin_daniels22) has transferred and committed to Eastern Illinois (@EIU_FB) after two seasons in Flagstaff. Daniels had a historic 2021 season before an injury cut his 2022 season short.

The Lumberjack • November 15 2022

NAU and Weber State football announce Red Rock Rivalry Trophy

After the @SUUThunderbirds left the @BigSkyConf for @WACsports, @NAU_Football and @weberstatefb introduce the Red Rock Rivalry Trophy ahead of the 55th match-up between the two for Saturday’s regular-season finale on NAU Senior Day.

The Lumberjack • October 4 2022

Taylor Jacobsen out for season due to injury

@NAUVolleyball outside hitter Taylor Jacobsen announced she will miss the rest of the #BigSkyVB season due to injury. The leader in @BigSkyVB in kills and points per set, losing Jacobsen presents another hurdle for the Lumberjacks this season.

The Lumberjack • September 19 2022

Stacy Chukwumezie to return this week against Idaho

@NAU_Football wide receiver Stacy Chukwumezie (@CantGuardChuk) will return Saturday against @VandalFootball from a season-ending knee injury last year. He will come back almost exactly one year since he last played.

The Lumberjack • April 5 2022

NAU head coach Loree Payne agrees to five-year contract extension

@NAU_WBB head coach Loree Payne @Loree22 and @NAU have agreed to a five-year contract extension that will take her to the 2026-27 season. The announcement comes two days before the fifth anniversary of her officially becoming head coach.

The Lumberjack • February 23 2022

Student-Athlete High Performance Center officially opens for players

Last week, @NAUAthletics officially opened the new Student-Athlete High Performance Center, a facility meant to enhance the experiences of college athletes. While details are still murky, teams have begun moving operations to the new space.

The Lumberjack • February 9 2022

Big Sky rescheduling challenges NAU women’s basketball mentally

Amid a @BigSkyWBB road trip that saw @NAU_WBB away from Flagstaff for weeks, the Lumberjacks battle through adversity as they still look to rekindle a season that hangs in the balance.

The Lumberjack • December 8 2021

NAU tennis star Gina Dittmann signs with NC State, will transfer in fall 2022

After speculation regarding Gina Dittmann’s collegiate future, the reigning @BigSkyConf MVP confirmed reports that she will be playing for NC State Women’s Tennis (@PackWTennis) starting fall 2022.

The Lumberjack • December 17 2022

Cone scores 45 in overtime loss to Southern Utah

Jalen Cone (@J15Cone) scored a career-high 45 points against @SUUBasketball in @NAUBasketball’s first game against SUU since they moved to the @WACsports, just one point short of the single-game program record set in 1956.

The Lumberjack • November 3 2022

NAU transfers join forces through Arizona ties

As @NAUBasketball gears up for the 2022-23 @BigSkyMBB season, the Lumberjacks bring in transfers @XavierFuller33 from South Dakota and @LiamLl0yd out of @GCU_MBB with ties to @NAUCoachBurcar and the state of Arizona.

The Lumberjack • May 12 2022

Former NAU forward Ajang Aguek transfers to DII Lander University

Former NAU forward Ajang Aguek (@AguekAjang) is transferring to Lander University to play @NCAADII basketball in the @PeachBelt Conference. @LanderMBB assistant coach Darius Carter’s (@CoachDCarter23) history with @NAUBasketball helped recruit Aguek.

The Lumberjack • April 27 2022

NAU men’s basketball looks to rebuild as transfers depart

The transfer portal has turned the @NCAA on its head, allowing players to play for other colleges. @NAUBasketball is no stranger to players coming and going via the portal, but this offseason has already been eventful as six Lumberjacks have left.

The Lumberjack • March 30 2022

Big Sky Conference unveils new basketball tourney format through 2026

During the 2022 Big Sky basketball tournament, @BigSkyConf announced a new format for the next four seasons. The @BigSkyMBB championship will air on @ESPN 2. The @BigSkyWBB title game will be on @ESPNU, national TV for the first time.

The Lumberjack • March 9 2022

NAU goes cold in final minutes, blows late tournament lead against EWU

In the first round of the @BigSkyMBB Tournament, @NAUBasketball was in good position to advance to the quarterfinals for the second year in a row. Despite 21 points and 16 rebounds from @CarsonTowt, @EWUMBB came back with a 16-2 run to stay alive.

The Lumberjack • March 6 2022

NAU drops seventh straight to close season in 78-69 loss to Idaho

With seeding on the line for the @BigSkyMBB Conference Tournament, @NAUBasketball was unable to hold off @VandalHoops on its Senior Day. Jalen Cone (J15Cone) dropped 35 points to conclude his record season, but it wasn’t enough for the No. 8 seed.

The Lumberjack • February 25 2022

Early NAU start countered by Idaho State run in 70-66 Bengal win

A 13-0 start by @NAUBasketball was not enough to keep @IdahoStateMBB at bay. The Bengals responded with an 18-0 run and never looked back. The Lumberjacks chopped away at the lead, but the Bengals held on, 70-66, to shake up the @BigSkyMBB standings.

The Lumberjack • February 22 2022

Southern Utah shoots NAU out the Skydome in 31-point blowout 79-48

@NAUBasketball started its final homestead with a blowout loss to @SUUBasketball, 79-48. Southern Utah outscored NAU by 33 from 3-point range and held NAU to just 2-of-14 (14.3%) from distance in the last meeting between the two as @BigSkyConf foes.

The Lumberjack • February 8 2022

Late first half surge not enough for NAU in loss to Northern Colorado 82-60

To open its four-game road trip, @NAUBasketball could not find consistency against @UNC_BearsMBB, who swept the Lumberjacks in back-back games. A 19-2 first-half run was all NAU could find in an 82-60 loss.

The Lumberjack • February 1 2022

NAU outsized and overmatched in 61-49 home loss to Northern Colorado

.@NAU_WBB had no answer for @kurstyn_harden, who scored 25 points and grabbed a career-high 13 rebounds in @UNC_Bears road win, 61-49, holding the Lumberjacks to its lowest-scoring game in over three years.

The Lumberjack • January 25 2022

NAU defeats Sacramento State with Big Sky-best 36 points from Cone

In what was an ugly game in the first half, @NAUBasketball pulled it together against @SacHornetsMBB as Jalen Cone (@J15Cone) went for a career-high 36 points, the most points by a @BigSkyMBB player this season and most by a Lumberjack since 2011.

The Lumberjack • January 22 2022

Montana locks down NAU in defensive battle to take 58-48 win

A defensive showcase through and through, @MontanaGrizBB and @NAUBasketball held each other to its worst three-point shooting games of the year, as the Lumberjacks scored its second-least amount of points this season.

The Lumberjack • January 18 2022

NAU holds on to beat Idaho after COVID hiatus 74-72

In a close game that went to the last second, @NAUBasketball held on to defeat @VandalHoops, 74-72, as Jalen Cone (@J15Cone) scored the Lumberjacks’ final eight points to seal the deal.

The Lumberjack • January 6 2022

Towt scores triple-double, NAU back on track with win over Embry-Riddle 101-54

Snapping a four-game losing streak, @NAUBasketball defeated @erua_eagles basketball, 101-54, thanks to career-highs from @NikMains (24 pts), @EzekielRich55 (16 pts) and a triple-double from @CarsonTowt, the second in program history.

The Lumberjack • January 1 2022

NAU loses to shorthanded Eastern Washington in ninth straight loss to Eagles 78-65

With only eight active players due to COVID protocols, @EWUMBB came away with a ninth consecutive win over @NAUBasketball, 78-65, in NAU men’s basketball’s first game in the Walkup Skydome since Feb. 29, 2020.

The Lumberjack • December 21 2021

NAU falls to No. 4 Gonzaga after tough second half 95-49

In a rematch from last year, @NAUBasketball once again fell to a @ZagMBB that looks destined for another championship run. In 26 minutes, @ChetHolmgren earned a career-high 20 points as the Bulldogs outscored the Lumberjacks 47-19 in the second half.

The Lumberjack • December 19 2021

NAU loses in Jerry Colangelo Classic to San Diego, 69-59, at Footprint Center

In the final game of the 2021 @Hoophall Jerry Colangelo Classic, @NAUBasketball couldn’t stop @usdmbb from winning, 69-59. @CarsonTowt dropped a career-high 17 points in the @FootprintCNTR and @NAUCoachBurcar expressed disappointment with his team.

The Lumberjack • November 24 2021

NAU falls to Cal State Fullerton, 73-56, sink in second half

@NAUBasketball drop its second game in a row as @FullertonMBB jumped out to a 15-0 run to start the second half thanks to a strong showing from the Maddox Jr. duo of @TraveonMaddoxJr (Traveon Maddox Jr.) and @Dante21x (Dante Maddox Jr.).

The Lumberjack • November 20 2021

NAU wins Battle on the Beach in last second against UTRGV 89-87

In the inaugural South Padre Island Battle on the Beach, @NAUBasketball traded blows with @UTRGVmbb until the very last play. A pair of free throws from Jalen Cone (@J15Cone) with five seconds remaining gave the Lumberjacks a close 89-87 win.

The Lumberjack • November 3 2021

NAU men’s basketball 2021-22 season preview

After a tumultuous season riffled with COVID-19, @NAUBasketball is back in full force with a retooled roster as it tips off the season on Nov. 9 against @ArizonaMBB in Tucson.

The Lumberjack • August 25 2021

NAU men’s basketball transfers look to fill missing pieces

As key players Cameron Shelton and Luke Avdalovic transfer to the West Coast Conference, newly added players @J15Cone, @masonstark223 and @juswattalook fill the needs of the Lumberjacks and become immediate team leaders.

The Lumberjack • December 20 2022

NAU pulls off fourth-quarter comeback against UC Davis 83-81

@NAU_WBB trailed by as much as 15 points in the fourth quarter, but weathered 30 points from @SabelTova thanks to a season-high 25 points from @ReganSchenck and clutch free throws from @oliviamorann put NAU back to .500.

The Lumberjack • April 6 2022

Idaho State’s Montana Oltrogge returning home to NAU

Former Idaho State forward @montanaoltrogge is coming to @NAU_WBB as a grad transfer and will play @BigSkyWBB for her fifth season. A Phoenix native, Oltrogge comes to Arizona to play closer to family.

The Lumberjack • April 5 2022

NAU head coach Loree Payne agrees to five-year contract extension

@NAU_WBB head coach Loree Payne @Loree22 and @NAU have agreed to a five-year contract extension that will take her to the 2026-27 season. The announcement comes two days before the fifth anniversary of her officially becoming head coach.

The Lumberjack • March 30 2022

Big Sky Conference unveils new basketball tourney format through 2026

During the 2022 Big Sky basketball tournament, @BigSkyConf announced a new format for the next four seasons. The @BigSkyMBB championship will air on @ESPN 2. The @BigSkyWBB title game will be on @ESPNU, national TV for the first time.

The Lumberjack • March 11 2022

Montana State defeats NAU for Big Sky Championship 75-64

A 17-0 run across the third and fourth quarters gave @NAU_WBB a lead, but poor 3-point shooting on top of a scary @laurenorndoff injury was too much to overcome. @MSUBobcatsWBB wins its first conference title since 2017.

The Lumberjack • March 8 2022

NAU defeats Montana 75-57 to advance to semifinals against Northern Colorado

For the second time in three years, No. 4 @NAU_WBB defeated No. 5 @MontanaGrizWBB in the quarterfinals. The Lumberjacks advance to the semifinals tomorrow at 5:30 MST against No. 8 @UNC_BearsWBB in hopes of playing for a @BigSkyWBB championship.

The Lumberjack • March 6 2022

NAU women’s basketball plays Montana in quarterfinal rivalry

For the second time under head coach @Loree22, @NAUWBB advances straight to the quarterfinals of the tournament. The Lumberjacks will face @MontanaGrizWBB on Tuesday in a matchup that proves quite familiar in recent @BigSkyWBB Tournament history.

The Lumberjack • March 5 2022

NAU clinches first-round bye with Senior Day win over Idaho 86-69

A Skydome leak wasn’t enough to rain on the Lumberjacks’ Senior Day parade. After a slow start, @NAU_WBB picked up the pace in the third quarter against @VandalsWBB to secure a first-round bye and send off its five seniors with a bang.

The Lumberjack • February 18 2022

NAU dismantles Portland State in blowout win 94-66

With its largest margin of victory since beating GCU, @NAU_WBB defended home court against a struggling @psuviksWBB team that is still winless in @BigSkyWBB play. The Lumberjacks hit the road for three games as the season hits the homestretch.

The Lumberjack • February 12 2022

NAU drops tough game against Montana State, 83-77, without Rasheed

Hours removed from a last-second win, @NAU_WBB came into the game against @MSUBobcatsWBB without its leading scorer and rebounder. Despite NAU winning the battle in the paint this time, Montana State lit it up from deep to seal the season sweep.

The Lumberjack • February 11 2022

Rasheed’s last-second and-one gives NAU victory over Lady Griz 60-59

After a smothering first quarter where @NAU_WBB had more players score than points allowed, @MontanaGrizWBB slowly crawled back to take the lead with half a second left. An inbound pass from @radfordnina30 to @khiarica gave NAU the last-second win.

The Lumberjack • February 9 2022

Big Sky rescheduling challenges NAU women’s basketball mentally

Amid a @BigSkyWBB road trip that saw @NAU_WBB away from Flagstaff for weeks, the Lumberjacks battle through adversity as they still look to rekindle a season that hangs in the balance.

The Lumberjack • January 21 2022

NAU struggles in Bozeman continue in 88-73 loss to Montana State

Coming out of COVID protocols for a second time, @NAU_WBB fell to @MSUBobcatsWBB in Bozeman, Montana where the Lumberjacks haven’t seen wins in recent years. Darian White (@darian_white03) scored her 1,000th career point in the win in stylish fashion.

The Lumberjack • January 11 2022

NAU improves free-throws in road win over Sacramento State 68-57

Coming off a hard-fought loss on Saturday, @NAU_WBB went back into the win column Monday night and collected its seventh straight win over @SacStateWBB, 68-57. The Lumberjacks were 14/17 on free throws (82.4%), second-best for the team this season.

The Lumberjack • January 8 2022

Southern Utah defeats NAU to become last undefeated Big Sky team 70-61

In a battle of the two remaining undefeated @BigSkyConf teams, @NAU_WBB was stripped of what would have been its first-ever 4-0 conference start as @SUUWBasketball used its size and length to win, 70-61, and take the lead in the @BigSkyWBB standings.

The Lumberjack • January 7 2022

NAU hosts Southern Utah in battle of unbeatens as COVID protocols continue

On Saturday at 2 p.m. MST, @NAU_WBB will host @SUUWBasketball as the two remaining undefeated teams in @BigSkyWBB conference play. Both schools have successfully rebuilt their programs and continue to fight adversity as COVID affects their schedules.

The Lumberjack • December 31 2021

Shorthanded NAU defeats struggling Idaho on the road 76-63

After two weeks of COVID protocols and uncertainty, @NAU_WBB, with only seven active players, came away with its first road win of the season over @VandalsWBB as @oliviamorann got her first career start and scored a season-high 16 points.

The Lumberjack • December 20 2021

NAU women’s basketball game against UC San Diego canceled due to COVID-19

Tomorrow’s @NAU_WBB game against @UCSDwbb in La Jolla, California has been canceled due to COVID-19 protocols within the NAU program and will not be rescheduled. Ticket holders will be refunded.

The Lumberjack • December 18 2021

NAU takes big 82-55 loss to No. 4 Arizona in first game at Skydome

The National Championship runner-ups @ArizonaWBB were too much for @NAU_WBB to handle as @aaronettevonleh went for a career-high 17 points, while @khiarica became the NAU women’s basketball record holder for games played.

The Lumberjack • December 11 2021

NAU’s home win streak snapped in 89-73 loss to Cal Baptist, Nakai leads Lumberjacks in return

After an even first quarter. Defending @WACsports champions @CBUwbb outscored @NAU_WBB 50-28 in the second and third quarters. JJ Nakai @JacqulynnNakai made her return to the team and led the Lumberjacks with 13 points in her season debut.

The Lumberjack • December 4 2021

NAU defeats defending champions Idaho State in overtime 81-74

After being behind for almost the entire game, @NAU_WBB outscored @HeartofaBengal, 33-17, in the fourth quarter and overtime. NAU had 28 turnovers, but shot 58% from the field and took the win thanks to a career-high 21 points from @sierra_michl.

The Lumberjack • November 15 2021

NAU women’s basketball’s late run not enough in Washington loss 72-65

Despite a 14-0 run in the fourth quarter, @NAU_WBB came up just short against @UW_WBB on Sunday, losing 72-65.

The Lumberjack • February 6 2021

Rasheed’s game-winner stings the Hornets 76-75

@NAU_WBB swept the season series against Sacramento State and are now running with a three-game winning streak, thanks to a last-second layup by @khiarica.

The Lumberjack • January 10 2023

Former NAU running back Kevin Daniels transfers to Eastern Illinois

Former @NAU_Football running back Kevin Daniels (@kevin_daniels22) has transferred and committed to Eastern Illinois (@EIU_FB) after two seasons in Flagstaff. Daniels had a historic 2021 season before an injury cut his 2022 season short.

The Lumberjack • November 15 2022

NAU and Weber State football announce Red Rock Rivalry Trophy

After the @SUUThunderbirds left the @BigSkyConf for @WACsports, @NAU_Football and @weberstatefb introduce the Red Rock Rivalry Trophy ahead of the 55th match-up between the two for Saturday’s regular-season finale on NAU Senior Day.

The Lumberjack • September 19 2022

Stacy Chukwumezie to return this week against Idaho

@NAU_Football wide receiver Stacy Chukwumezie (@CantGuardChuk) will return Saturday against @VandalFootball from a season-ending knee injury last year. He will come back almost exactly one year since he last played.

The Lumberjack • September 2 2022

NAU drops season-opener to ASU 40-3 at Sun Devil Stadium

A 116-rushing yard day for Xazavian Valladay (@Xfactor4_) and two touchdowns for Emory Jones (@eXjones6) was enough for @ASUFootball to stifle @NAU_Football 40-3 to remain unbeaten against the Lumberjacks since 1938.

The Lumberjack • May 7 2022

Former NAU quarterback wins in first professional USFL start

Former @NAU_Football quarterback Case Cookus (@CaptainCookus10) made his first professional start in the @USFL for the Philadelphia @USFLStars and led a win against the Michigan @USFLPanthers that went down to a missed last-second field goal.

The Lumberjack • February 23 2022

NAU football prefers high school recruits over transfers for long-term success

National Signing Day took place with @NAU_Football adding to its recruiting class. Nine players joined the 20 from the early signing period and reaffirmed @CoachChrisBall’s commitment to signing young recruits over transfers for long-term success.

The Lumberjack • January 19 2022

NAU football earns largest early recruiting class in Big Sky

With last season long over, @NAU_Football has shifted its focus to recruiting as the team had the largest early recruiting class in @BigSkyFB with 20 early signees and more to come.

The Lumberjack • November 21 2021

NAU ends season with 45-21 win over Cal Poly; Daniels has FCS-best 280 rushing yards

To end the 2021 season, @NAU_Football defeated @calpolyfootball 45-21 Saturday night thanks to the return of RJ Martinez (@rj2martinez) and 280 rushing yards from Kevin Daniels.

The Lumberjack • October 2 2021

NAU destroys Idaho State in best outing of the season 48-17

After exactly one month away from the Skydome, @NAU_Football put the hammer down on @IdahoStateFB, powered by career performances from @rj2martinez and @jamalglaspie.

The Lumberjack • September 30 2021

NAU Football preview: Week five vs. Idaho State Bengals

@NAU_Football looks to redeem itself after an overtime loss to @UNC_BearsFB last week. With injuries spreading, the Lumberjacks look to win their first Big Sky game against winless @IdahoStateFB.

The Lumberjack • September 19 2021

NAU beats Arizona for the first time since 1932 in 21-19 upset

@NAU_Football pulled off something that hadn’t been done in nearly 89 years. The Lumberjacks beat @ArizonaFBall thanks to @rj2martinez coming off the bench in his debut.

The Lumberjack • September 15 2021

NAU football in midst of longest road trip in over a decade

@NAU_Football is on the road for an extended period of time after losing to @BearkatsFB. Upon another defeat to @SDCoyotesFB, the road trip leads the Lumberjacks back to Arizona against @ArizonaFBall.

The Lumberjack • April 11 2021

NAU keeps Grand Canyon Trophy, scores 28 unanswered to win 28-20

@NAU_Football wins the rematch against conference rival @SUUFB to sweep the season series and get back to a .500 winning percentage on the season.

The Lumberjack • October 31 2022

Morgan Gappmayer: From player to grad assistant

Former @NAUVolleyball outside hitter @MorganGappmayer forwent her eligibility to become a graduate assistant. Dealing with injuries making it hard to continue, she now helps the team on a whole new level, but her choice to stop playing was not easy.

The Lumberjack • October 4 2022

Taylor Jacobsen out for season due to injury

@NAUVolleyball outside hitter Taylor Jacobsen announced she will miss the rest of the #BigSkyVB season due to injury. The leader in @BigSkyVB in kills and points per set, losing Jacobsen presents another hurdle for the Lumberjacks this season.

The Lumberjack • November 13 2021

NAU volleyball reverse sweeps Idaho State on its senior night

After falling behind 2-0, @NAUVolleyball came back to avoid a season finale upset on @IdahoStateVB Senior Day. @tjacobsenn5 tallied a season-high 25 kills @aubreabandfield got a career-high in assists and @ameliaoketter got a career-high in aces.

The Lumberjack • November 11 2021

NAU volleyball swept in Weber State rematch; Hollis earns double-double in return

After nearly two months, @HollisLyla made her return against @weberstatevb. As @NAUVolleyball took the loss, @AshGotCash3 earned an all-time milestone.

The Lumberjack • October 29 2021

NAU volleyball breaks down in 3-1 loss to Eastern Washington

@NAUVolleyball had no answer for @EWUVB, which out-killed, out-blocked and outplayed the Lumberjacks in a rematch, despite another career high in kills from @MorganGappmayer.

The Lumberjack • October 23 2021

NAU volleyball sweeps Montana 3-0 with altered starting lineup

.@NAUVolleyball splits another weekend 1-1 as the Lumberjacks swept @MontanaGrizVB 3-0 Saturday afternoon. NAU made a huge comeback in set two thanks to another great showing from @MorganGappmayer and a strong starting performance by @shayorshea.

The Lumberjack • October 17 2021

NAU volleyball becomes Weber State’s latest victim, 3-0

As the only Big Sky team to beat @weberstatevb last season, @NAUVolleyball looked to stop the Wildcats’ sweeping streak, but couldn’t handle their power despite a season-high 22 digs by @ameliaoketter.

The Lumberjack • October 10 2021

NAU volleyball falls to Portland State despite strong start 3-1

@NAUVolleyball ended its road trip with a loss to @psuviksVB Saturday night. A strong first-set win slowly petered out with two close losses in the following sets and a rough final set, despite a career night for @MorganGappmayer.

The Lumberjack • September 28 2021

NAU remains perfect in the Big Sky, Sweep Southern Utah 3-0

@NAUVolleyball has yet to lose a set in its three conference matches so far. This time the Lumberjacks blanked @SUUVolleyball in straight sets to improve their winning streak against the Thunderbirds to 15 matches.

The Lumberjack • September 25 2021

NAU limits errors in another sweep, 3-0 over Eastern Washington

@NAUVolleyball started and finished strong in today’s sweep against @EWUVB. Through limiting errors and winning a close second set, NAU jumps near the top of the Big Sky standings.

The Lumberjack • September 24 2021

NAU volleyball opens conference play with straight-set sweep of Idaho

@NAUVolleyball bounced back from a tough nonconference schedule to take the win over @IdahoVolleyball in straight sets. This victory helped move the Lumberjacks up the conference standings, even without @HollisLyla in the match.

The Lumberjack • September 10 2021

NAU beats UC Davis in Lumberjack Classic opener 3-2

@NAUVolleyball needed all five sets to take home its first win of the season over @ucdaviswvb, thanks to yet another career match from @HollisLyla and the return of @tjacobsenn5.

The Lumberjack • September 3 2021

NAU drops third straight in SFA Tournament Opener 3-1

@NAUVolleyball fell to 0-3 for the first time since 2005 with a loss to tournament host @SFASU on Thursday in a near-identical fashion as it did to LSU.

The Lumberjack • September 1 2021

NAU volleyball freshman class bring experience to young core

With the addition of freshmen Kacee Moore, Jordan Cherniss and Sophia Wadsworth, @NAUVolleyball is recharged with young, experienced talent that looks to mesh well with the veteran players.

The Lumberjack • August 28 2021

NAU volleyball puts up fight in 3-1 loss to LSU

In the midst of Hurricane Ida, @NAUVolleyball was just one step behind @lsuvolleyball. While forcing a fourth set thanks to aces from @ameliaoketter, NAU exits the short-lived Tiger Classic 0-2.

The Lumberjack • March 31 2021

No. 5 NAU Volleyball advances to semifinals in sweep over No. 4 Sac State 3-0

@NAUVolleyball took to the court against @SacStateVB in the first round of the 2021 Big Sky Spring Volleyball Tournament and came away with a huge win to advance to the semifinals.

The Lumberjack • March 18 2021

NAU volleyball swept in second match of Northern Colorado doubleheader

@NAUVolleyball did not have an answer for @UNC_BearsVB as the Bears gave their leaders a positive send-off on Senior Night.

The Lumberjack • November 17 2021

Taryn Benham finishes college career, looks toward new athletic avenues

After a long stint with @NAUWomensSoccer and a season with @CCWSoccer, @tarynbenham has concluded her collegiate playing career.

The Lumberjack • November 3 2021

No. 3 NAU soccer eliminated by No. 6 Sacramento State, 1-0, after tough offsides call

After a strong finish to the regular season, @NAUWomensSoccer took an early exit in the @BigSky_Soccer Tournament in a tough 1-0 loss to @SacStateWSoccer. NAU had a @Slarberg_13 goal taken back in the 73rd minute on a questionable offsides call.

The Lumberjack • November 1 2021

NAU soccer looks ahead toward Big Sky Tournament starting Wednesday

The @BigSky_Soccer Tournament begins Wednesday and is hosted by the regular season champs, @UNC_BearsSoccer in Greeley, Colorado. @NAUWomensSoccer clinched the No. 3 seed and looks to defeat No. 6 @SacStateWSoccer for a second time this season.

The Lumberjack • October 27 2021

NAU soccer's commitment to Manzo this season

After the graduation of @tarynbenham last spring, @NAUWomensSoccer has spent this season figuring out what to do at the goalkeeper position. @natalie_manzo has proved to be the solution NAU soccer needed between the posts.

The Lumberjack • October 10 2021

NAU soccer on three-match winning streak after Idaho State shutout

After a tough start to conference play, @NAUWomensSoccer is now on its biggest run of the season at the perfect time. Thanks to goals from @slarberg_13 and @kylie_kapustka, NAU took the win over @IdahoStateSoccr.

The Lumberjack • September 22 2021

NAU soccer gears up for Montana after last season’s canceled title match

Following the cancellation of the Big Sky Championship game against @MontanaGrizSOC, @NAUWomensSoccer had a rough start to this season. Read what happened the night of the cancellation and how the 2021 season began

Northern Arizona University Athletics • April 8 2023

NAU Men’s Tennis Extends Winning Streak to 10 in Pocatello

POCATELLO, Idaho (April 8, 2023) - The No. 61-ranked Northern Arizona Men's Tennis continued its hot season by winning its 10th straight match and remaining unbeaten in Big Sky play by defeating the Idaho State Bengals on the road, 4-3.

The Lumberjack • April 23 2022

NAU men’s tennis sends seniors off with 4-3 win over Idaho State

In a rematch of last season's @BigSkyConf Tennis Championship match, @NAUMensTennis held on to a Senior Day win against @IdahoStateMTEN, 4-3, thanks to strong showings on the lower courts.

The Lumberjack • March 27 2022

Idaho snaps NAU’s perfect home record in 4-3 stunner

Riding a perfect 9-0 home record this season, @NAUMensTennis went to the wire with @vandalstennis on every court. The Vandals came away with a huge upset on NAU’s home court where it rarely losses. Idaho wins in Flagstaff for the first time in 14 years.

The Lumberjack • January 30 2022

NAU wins both matches of doubleheader against Western New Mexico

After a doubleheader against Arizona Christian a day earlier, @NAUMensTennis completed its opening weekend with another doubleheader sweep over @WNMUathletics, 6-1, and 7-0.

The Lumberjack • January 29 2022

NAU wins both matches in season-opening doubleheader against Arizona Christian

In the first of two doubleheaders this opening weekend, @NAUMensTennis won all but one match as it took both matches against @ACUFirestorm before doing it all over again against Western New Mexico tomorrow.

The Lumberjack • January 26 2022

NAU men’s tennis ready to come out strong to start season

Back-to-back @BigSkyConf championships aren’t enough to keep @NAUMensTennis satisfied. The Lumberjacks look to three-peat, but a former Big Sky dynasty has begun to put the league on notice after the preseason poll.

The Lumberjack • March 26 2021

Men’s tennis sweeps singles, wins third consecutive match

@NAUMensTennis put on a show against @IdahoStateMTEN Friday with a flawless showing in singles play. The Lumberjacks won all six singles matches without dropping a set.

The Lumberjack • March 24 2021

Men’s tennis wins two straight, prevails 6-1 over Seattle U

@NAUMensTennis started off their three-game homestead strong against @seattleutennis as they made quick work of them in a 6-1 victory.

Northern Arizona University Athletics • April 16 2023

Women’s Tennis Goes Undefeated In Big Sky Play With Sac State Sweep

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (April 16, 2023) — Northern Arizona University Women's Tennis concluded a dominant 2023 season with a sweep of Sacramento State and defeated the Hornets for the third consecutive time.

The Lumberjack • April 16 2022

NAU women’s tennis secures share of regular season title, defeats Portland State 5-2

In the @NAUWomensTennis home match of the season, the Lumberjacks clinched a share of the @BigSkyConf regular season title with @WSUTennis thanks to a 5-2 win against @psuviksWTN.

The Lumberjack • January 19 2022

JJ Nakai will miss rest of season due to academic ineligibility

After missing the first seven games of the year, senior guard JJ Nakai played three games this season before being declared academically ineligible. NAU women’s basketball will be without its leading scorer for the rest of the year.

The Lumberjack • January 18 2022

NAU women’s tennis swept in season opener against ASU 7-0

After having its scheduled opener against UC Davis canceled, @NAUWomensTennis was thrown into the thick of it as @sundevilwtennis swept the Lumberjacks for the second consecutive season and extended its winning streak over NAU to 12.

The Lumberjack • December 8 2021

NAU tennis star Gina Dittmann signs with NC State, will transfer in fall 2022

After speculation regarding Gina Dittmann’s collegiate future, the reigning @BigSkyConf MVP confirmed reports that she will be playing for NC State Women’s Tennis (@PackWTennis) starting fall 2022.

The Lumberjack • April 23 2021

NAU women’s tennis sweeps GCU in regular season finale 4-0

@NAUWomensTennis ended its regular season with a clean sweep over @GCU_Tennis in a home match that provided strong winds only the Lumberjacks were used to.

The Lumberjack • March 26 2021

Home hot streak continues for women’s tennis, beats Bengals 5-2

@NAUWomensTennis continued their home winning streak with strong singles play against Idaho State. This didn’t come easy as the Bengals pulled off a comeback to take doubles.

The Lumberjack • February 27 2021

Women’s tennis rides multiple comebacks to take 5-2 victory over Wyoming

.@NAUWomensTennis defeats Wyoming to improve to 4-3 on the season and maintain a perfect home record.

The Lumberjack • February 13 2021

NAU women’s tennis bounces back with 5-2 victory over Utah State

@NAUWomensTennis defeats Utah State and maintains their perfect home record following a tough road trip to the Valley.

The Lumberjack • September 9 2022

A happy hello from your new managing editor

“I’M BACK.” - Michael Jordan - @BrendenMartin_

The Lumberjack • April 15 2022

A happy goodbye from your favorite sports editor

My time at @jackcentral has given me great opportunities and connected me with great people. While I take a step back here, I can't myself completely detached from @NAU_MICsports. I am moving on from my role here, but I still want to be around.

The Lumberjack • April 13 2022

LeBron is to blame for Lakers downfall

The Los Angeles @Lakers were eliminated from playoff contention last week, ending a season that was a failure. Lebron James (@KingJames) was responsible for creating a roster that was never healthy or efficient. He deserves most of the blame.

The Lumberjack • February 9 2022

Rooney Rule is hurting Black coaching candidates

Former @MiamiDolphins head coach Brian Flores sued the @NFL for alleged racism in hiring. Black coaches are often put in impossible situations to succeed when they are hired and the Rooney Rule is part of the issue.

The Lumberjack • January 26 2022

Delta State should rename Walter Sillers Coliseum

Decorated @DeltaStateWBB player Lusia Harris died at age 66 last week. Her achievements in the era of Title IX, integration and civil rights are hers alone. It is time @DeltaState University gives Harris her due and rename Walter Sillers Coliseum.

The Lumberjack • November 3 2021

Gruden ‘resignation’ adds to NFL’s issues

In the weeks since Jon Gruden was out as @Raiders head coach, the @NFL has handled its investigation of the @WashingtonNFL Football Team in secrecy, which shows it does not care about true culture change.

The Lumberjack • August 25 2021

Lakers’ vet project can work

The @Lakers made some huge moves this offseason. The team traded for @russwest44 and signed several players in free agency to fill out the roster such as @carmeloanthony, @DwightHoward, @nunnbetter_ and more. While the team is old, it has filled some big needs. The question is… will it work?

The Lumberjack • March 24 2021

Drew Brees is a top-five all-time quarterback

With @drewbrees retiring at the end of the 2020 season, discussion has swirled around him and his status among the top quarterbacks in NFL history. By looking at his play, stats and overall accomplishments, Brees is easily a top-five all-time quarterback.

The Rich Report • June 4 2022

Corey Heim swoops in for overtime truck win at Gateway

Pole-sitter Kyle Busch Motorsports No. 51 Corey Heim wheeled his way back to the front in a crazy overtime finish in the 2022 Toyota 200 at World Wide Technology Raceway in Madison, Illinois.

The Rich Report • June 4 2022

2022 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Preview: Gateway

The NASCAR schedule has split up with the truck and Cup Series heading to the 1.25-mile World Wide Technology Raceway while the Xfinity Series makes the long trip to Oregon for Portland International Raceway, a road course.

The Rich Report • May 30 2022

Denny Hamlin wins Coca-Cola 600, longest race in NASCAR history

5 hours, 13 minutes and 6 seconds.

That was how long the 2022 Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway took. Pair the race’s length with 18 cautions, two overtimes and a record 619.5 miles, then you get arguably the wildest race in NASCAR history.

The Rich Report • May 29 2022

2022 NASCAR Cup Series preview - Coca-Cola 600

The second half of the 2022 NASCAR Cup Series season could not begin with any bigger of a bang as the series embarks on the longest race on the calendar — the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

The Rich Report • May 22 2022

2022 NASCAR Cup Series Preview - All-Star Race

The NASCAR All-Star Race is a staple of the Cup Series season. Traditionally, the All-Star Race has been held at Charlotte Motor Speedway the week before the Coca-Cola 600 the following week. However, the event sees a different host for the third straight season.

The Rich Report • May 18 2022

2022 NBA Western Conference Finals preview - Warriors vs. Mavericks

For the first time since 2011, neither the No. 1 or No. 2 seeded teams made it to the Western Conference Finals as No. 3 Golden State Warriors (53-29) face off against the rising No. 4 Dallas Mavericks (52-30).

The Rich Report • May 16 2022

Kurt Busch takes flight to victory lane at Kansas

It was 23XI Racing No. 45 Kurt Busch that ran away with the win in the AdventHealth 400 at Kansas Speedway in his Michael Jordan “Jumpman” paint scheme to round out 23XI Racing’s best race in its short history.

The Rich Report • May 15 2022

2022 NASCAR Cup Series Preview - Kansas 1

The NASCAR Cup Series heads to Kansas Speedway for AdventHealth 400 and the 13th race of 2022 to bring the regular season to its halfway point.

The Rich Report • May 3 2022

2022 NBA West Semifinals preview - No. 4 Mavericks vs. No. 1 Suns

The quarterfinal round of the 2022 NBA Playoffs provided more than enough anxiety for the top-seed teams in the league. None more so than the No. 1 Phoenix Suns (64-18).

The Rich Report • May 2 2022

Chase Elliott wins rain-delayed Dover derby

Hendrick Motorsports No. 9 Chase Elliott conquered the Monster Mile of Dover Motor Speedway that saw a rain delay and a historic number of cautions.

The Rich Report • May 1 2022

2022 NASCAR Cup Series Preview - Dover

The NASCAR Cup Series makes its way from the harrowing speeds of Talladega Superspeedway and makes its way to the Monster Mile at Dover Motor Speedway for the DuraMAX Drydene 400 presented by RelaDyne and the 11th race of the 2022 season.

The Rich Report • April 25 2022

Chastain overcomes speeding penalty to take wild win at Talladega

Trackhouse Racing No. 1 Ross Chastain earned his second career NASCAR Cup Series win in the 2022 GEICO 500 at Talladega Superspeedway. Only four races removed from his first win at Circuit of the Americas, Chastain joins Hendrick Motorsports No. 24 William Byron as the only multi-race winner this season.

The Rich Report • April 24 2022

2022 NASCAR Cup Series Preview - Talladega 1

The NASCAR Cup Series is finally getting off the short tracks and coming back to a superspeedway — the most super and speedy of them all. The 10th Cup Series race of the 2022 season will take place at Talladega Superspeedway for the GEICO 500.

The Rich Report • April 17 2022

Ben Rhodes slides to victory despite pit-road blunder at Bristol Dirt

ThorSport Racing No. 99 Ben Rhodes slid his way to Victory Lane for Pinty’s Dirt Race at Bristol Motor Speedway to win his sixth career NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race.

The Rich Report • April 16 2022

2022 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series preview - Bristol Dirt

For the second time in as many years, NASCAR is dumping tons of dirt on the surface of Bristol Motor Speedway for a weekend of racing, only this time on Easter weekend.

The Rich Report • April 16 2022

2022 NBA East Quarterfinals preview - No. 5 Raptors vs. No. 4 76ers

The Eastern Conference is as wide open as possible without a single team being a clear favorite. The series between the Philadelphia 76ers (51-31) and the Toronto Raptors (48-34) is set to be one of the most intriguing first-round matchups this season.

The Rich Report • April 10 2022

William Byron wins unexpectedly tame Martinsville Cup race

Hendrick Motorsports No. 24 William Byron became the first repeat winner of the 2022 NASCAR Cup Series season with a win in the Blue-Emu Maximum Pain Relief 400 at Martinsville Speedway.

The Rich Report • April 9 2022

2022 NASCAR Cup Series preview: Martinsville 1

It’s short track season in the 2022 NASCAR Cup Series as the circuit visits Martinsville Speedway for the Blue-Emu Maximum Pain Relief 400 for the eighth race of the year.

The Rich Report • April 2 2022

Ty Gibbs out-tussles Toyota teammate for Xfinity Richmond victory

Joe Gibbs Racing driver No. 54 Ty Gibbs won his third NASCAR Xfinity Series race of the year and his seventh win in his young career at Richmond Raceway Saturday afternoon. Gibbs moved his JGR teammate No. 18 John Hunter Nemechek on the final turn after the two went back and forth for the final four laps.

The Rich Report • April 2 2022

2022 NASCAR Xfinity Series preview: Richmond

The NASCAR Xfinity Series makes its way to Richmond Raceway for the ToyotaCare 250 for the seventh race of the 2022 season.

The Rich Report • March 27 2022

A.J. Allmendinger wins COTA Xfinity race against handful of Cup Series stars

Kaulig Racing No. 16 AJ Allmendinger earned his 11th career NASCAR Xfinity Series win and his first of the 2022 season at Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas.

The Rich Report • March 26 2022

2022 NASCAR Xfinity Series Preview: Circuit of the Americas

The NASCAR Xfinity Series heads to the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas for the sixth race of the 2022 season.

The Rich Report • March 11 2022

Portland State locks down Southern Utah in Big Sky Quarterfinal Upset

It only took six games, but there is finally an upset in the 2022 Big Sky Men’s Basketball Tournament. No. 7 Portland State used an early 9-0 run to knock off No. 2 Southern Utah in the third of four quarterfinals to win 77-65.

The Rich Report • March 10 2022

Montana State beats Idaho in conference semifinal rematch 73-67

For the second time in three seasons, the No. 2 Montana State Bobcats advanced to the Big Sky Women’s Basketball Championship game. Only this time, the Bobcats will actually get to play in it.

The Candid Clark • July 30 2022

Allmendinger extends all-time Xfinity road course win lead at Indy

9-for-22.

That is Kaulig Racing No. 16 AJ Allmendinger’s NASCAR Xfinity Series record on road courses. The veteran road course king defended his Indianapolis Motor Speedway Road Course victory in the Cup Series last year with his 13th career Xfinity win on Saturday.

The Candid Clark • July 30 2022

2022 NASCAR Xfinity Series preview: Indy Road Course

The 2022 NASCAR Xfinity Series season heads to the Brickyard, but on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Road Course for the Pennzoil 150. The 13-turn, 2.605-mile-long track will serve as the 20th Xfinity race this season.

The Candid Clark • July 25 2022

Hamlin, Busch disqualified in 1-2 finish, Elliott declared winner at Pocono

Hendrick Motorsports No. 9 Chase Elliott was declared the winner after Joe Gibbs Racing No. 11 Denny Hamlin and No. 18 Kyle Busch were disqualified due to an issue with the front facia, ripping away a JGR 1-2 finish in the M&M’s Fan Appreciation 400 at Pocono Raceway.

The Candid Clark • July 24 2022

2022 NASCAR Cup Series preview: Pocono

The 2022 NASCAR Cup Series season continues to deliver wild and wacky scenarios that have led it to the 21st race of the season at Pocono Raceway in Long Pond, Pennsylvania.

The Candid Clark • July 18 2022

Christopher Bell continues to own New Hampshire with patient win

Joe Gibbs Racing No. 20 Christopher Bell owns New Hampshire Motor Speedway, plain and simple. The 27-year-old from Norman, Oklahoma was the first Sooner to win a NASCAR Cup Series race when he took the checkered flag at the Daytona Road Course early last year.

Now, he can call himself a multi-race winner with the win in the Ambetter 301.

The Candid Clark • July 17 2022

2022 NASCAR Cup Series preview: New Hampshire

The 2022 NASCAR Cup Series season had yet to find a driver that made themselves a true breakaway favorite for the championship… that is until last week.

The Candid Clark • July 9 2022

Parker Kligerman holds off Zane Smith to win at Mid-Ohio

A last-turn passing attempt from Front Row Motorsports No. 38 Zane Smith was not enough to get through Henderson Motorsports No. 75 Parker Kligerman who turned an impressive weekend into his 3rd career NASCAR Truck Series win and first since 2017.

The Candid Clark • July 9 2022

2022 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series preview: Mid-Ohio

It has been two weeks since the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series ran at Nashville Superspeedway where Ryan Preece won for the second-straight time at the concrete track.

The Candid Clark • June 26 2022

Justin Allgaier handles the heat, sweeps stages at Nashville

JR Motorsports No. 7 Justin Allgaier won his second race of the 2022 NASCAR Xfinity season and his 18th career race in the series with a dominating performance that saw him sweep every stage in the Tennessee Lottery 250 at Nashville Superspeedway.

The Candid Clark • June 25 2022

2022 NASCAR Xfinity Series Preview: Nashville

After a two-week hiatus, the 2022 NASCAR Xfinity Series returns to the big screen on a brand-new network. NBC Sports and USA Network will now carry both the Xfinity Series and the Cup Series for the rest of the season with the first race on its broadcast schedule being the Tennessee Lottery 250 at Nashville Superspeedway.

The Candid Clark • June 19 2022

Max Verstappen grows championship lead with Canadian GP win

Red Bull Racing No. 1 Max Verstappen has been unstoppable to start the 2022 Formula 1 season and continued his bout for back-to-back titles with his first career Canadian Grand Prix win at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.

The Candid Clark • June 19 2022

2022 F1 preview: Canadian Grand Prix

The 2022 Formula 1 season is heating up despite racing at a track that has cooled things down. Much like the conditions of last month’s Monaco Grand Prix, drivers had to prepare in harsh, rainy conditions on Saturday for final practice and qualifying.

Elevated Media • May 20 2023

Kyle Larson wins Truck return to North Wilkesboro

The 27-year wait for NASCAR to return to North Wilkesboro Speedway was worth the wait. An all-out battle on the 0.625-mile track saw Kyle Larson jump into the No. 7 Spire Motorsports Chevrolet Silverado to win the Tyson 250.

Elevated Media • May 14 2023

William Byron gets 100th Hendrick No. 24 car win

Hendrick Motorsports No. 24 driver William Byron was in the right place at the right time and kept his nose clean en route to his NASCAR Cup Series-leading third win this season in the Goodyear 400 at Darlington Raceway.

Elevated Media • May 7 2023

Verstappen wins Miami Grand Prix over Pérez

Red Bull Racing is a cheat code at this point, as the team posted its fourth 1-2 finish in the first five races of the season. Defending champion Max Verstappen had his work cut out for him starting in ninth, but the wheelman made his way back to the front in no time on the hard tire to win his third race of the year.

Elevated Media • May 6 2023

Jesse Love dominates Kansas for ARCA win

Venturini Motorsports continues to be the class of the ARCA Menards Series field thanks to No. 20 Jesse Love winning his second straight race of the season in the Dawn 150 at Kansas Speedway.

Elevated Media • May 2 2023

Legacy Motor Club moves to Toyota starting 2024

Legacy Motor Club will switch manufacturers from Chevrolet to Toyota starting in the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series season, the team announced Tuesday.

Elevated Media • April 24 2023

Busch backs into second win at Talladega

Rowdy backed into one again.

Richard Childress Racing No. 8 driver Kyle Busch was running third at the start of the second overtime as he and the rest of the field tried to stretch their fuel. Team Penske No. 12 driver Ryan Blaney tried to make a move on 23XI Racing No. 23 driver Bubba Wallace. Wallace tried to make a block but was taken out, handing Busch the win in the GEICO 500 at Talladega Superspeedway.

Elevated Media • April 15 2023

Nemechek dominates Xfinity race at Martinsville

Joe Gibbs Racing No. 20 driver John Hunter Nemechek was on fire at Martinsville Speedway. Literally.

The Joe Gibbs Racing No. 20 driver won his second race of the season and fourth of his NASCAR Xfinity Series career. He celebrated in a way that would make Zane Smith want to redo his Circuit of the Americas victory burnout.

Elevated Media • April 12 2023

Chase Elliott to return at Martinsville, will receive playoff waiver

After missing the last six races of the 2023 NASCAR Cup Series season, Chase Elliott will return to the No. 9 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet Camaro for the NOCO 400 at Martinsville Speedway.

Elevated Media • April 10 2023

Bell leaves previous Bristol Dirt winners in dust

After three years of running the Food City Dirt Race at Bristol Motor Speedway, a dirt racer finally wins it. Joe Gibbs Racing No. 20 driver Christopher Bell led exactly 100 of the 250 laps to take his first win of the 2023 season and fifth of his career.

Elevated Media • April 7 2023

Hendrick, Kyle Busch Motorsports dealt penalties heading into Bristol

NASCAR has dropped the hammer on penalties this season, and Thursday was no different as Hendrick Motorsports and Kyle Busch Motorsports were both hit with violations that cost its teams and drivers championship points.

Elevated Media • April 1 2023

Chandler Smith beats Nemechek at Richmond

For the second straight week, Kaulig Racing went to Victory Lane in the NASCAR Xfinity Series.

AJ Allmendinger jumped into the No. 10 Chevrolet Camaro at Circuit of the Americas to win last week and this week, No. 16 driver Chandler Smith earned his first career Xfinity win by holding off his former Truck Series teammate in the ToyotaCare 250 at Richmond Raceway.

Elevated Media • March 26 2023

Reddick dominates COTA in triple overtime

What was at one point a fuel mileage race in the final stage turned into a bloodbath that lasted three overtimes and ended with 23XI Racing No. 45 driver Tyler Reddick surviving all of them while staying up front to take the win in the EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas.

Elevated Media • March 25 2023

Allmendinger goes back-to-back at COTA

In similar fashion to his come-from-behind victory in the Pacific Office Automation 147 at Portland International Raceway last season, Kaulig Racing No. 10 driver AJ Allmendinger made up for mid-race issues to win the Pit Boss 250 at Circuit of the Americas for the second year in a row.

Elevated Media • March 12 2023

Early-bird Byron wins early in season again

AVONDALE, Ariz — The advent of the Next Gen car has no doubt leveled the playing field to a certain extent.

The NASCAR Cup Series saw a record-tying 19 different winners, all of which won by the end of the first round in the playoffs. The Next Gen’s car continues to add new players to the front of the fray even in its second season. However, one team and driver have figured out how to win in the early parts of a season.

Elevated Media • March 11 2023

Sammy Smith scores first career Xfinity Series win at Phoenix

AVONDALE, Ariz — 18-year-old Joe Gibbs Racing No. 18 driver Sammy Smith won his first career NASCAR Xfinity Series race in his now 13-race career. The rookie from Johnston, Iowa won a caution-filled United Rentals 200 at Phoenix Raceway to give JGR its second win of the season.

Elevated Media • March 8 2023

Northern Arizona get to another Big Sky title game

BOISE, Idaho — The top-seed Northern Arizona Lumberjacks are going to the Big Sky Conference Women’s Basketball Championship Game for the second year in a row, defeating the No. 4 Eastern Washington Eagles, 74-57.

Elevated Media • March 7 2023

Montana’s Aanen Moody outduels Idaho State with career-high 28 points

BOISE, Idaho — The No. 4-ranked Montana Grizzlies are no stranger to big games in the Big Sky Basketball Tournament, and they laid that out in the quarterfinals against the No. 5 Idaho State Bengals Monday night, taking a hard-fought win 83-74.

Elevated Media • March 5 2023

Northern Arizona’s hot start propels women to semifinals

Top-seeded Northern Arizona Lumberjacks used a hot start in the first quarter to pace themselves in front of No. 9 Northern Colorado Bears 64-48 to advance to the semifinals of the 2023 Big Sky Women’s Basketball Tournament.

Elevated Media • March 5 2023

Fort 3-point dagger elevates Northern Arizona to quarterfinals

BOISE, Idaho — The No. 9 Northern Arizona University Lumberjacks Lumberjacks took a close battle with the No. 10-ranked Idaho Vandals 87-69 to open the men’s bracket of the 2023 Big Sky Men’s Basketball Tournament.

Elevated Media • March 4 2023

Northern Colorado advances to quarterfinal with efficient shooting

BOISE, Idaho — The No. 9 Northern Colorado Bears defeated the No. 10-ranked Weber State Wildcats in the first game of the 2023 Big Sky Basketball Tournament Saturday afternoon. The Bears shot 55.9% and held the Wildcats to shooting 29.6% from the floor.

Elevated Media • February 27 2023

Nemechek wins Sunday Xfinity race at Auto Club

In the rare instance of a Sunday NASCAR Xfinity race, Joe Gibbs Racing No. 20 driver John Hunter Nemechek took the checkered flag in the 2023 Production Alliance Group 300 at Auto Club Speedway.

Elevated Media • February 20 2023

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. wins thrilling Daytona 500

JTG Daugherty Racing No. 47 driver Ricky Stenhouse Jr. was declared the winner of the longest Daytona 500 based on laps. A calm start to the race turned into a double overtime shootout by night.

Elevated Media • February 18 2023

Zane Smith wins Truck Series season opener at Daytona

Front Row Motorsports No. 38 driver Zane Smith won the rain-shortened 2023 NextEra Energy 250 at Daytona International Speedway, marking his second straight win at the track to start a season.

Elevated Media • February 16 2023

Bowman nabs third Daytona 500 pole

In 2021, Hendrick Motorsports No. 5 driver Kyle Larson won the pole for the Daytona 500 and was joined by his teammate, No. 48 Alex Bowman on the front row. This season, the two will be on the front row for the second straight season, only this time Bowman will be on the pole.