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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

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Teagan Melton prepares to return the ball over the net against the Dukes.

Volleyball looks to build upon positives after falling to JMU

Tariq Montgomery, Student Reporter October 17, 2024

Marshall Volleyball faced a tough challenge against James Madison University (8-8) Saturday, Oct. 12, ultimately falling to the Dukes and dropping to 9-10 on the season.  Marshall lost after a competitive...

Players celebrate during a previous match at home.

Men’s Soccer knocks off the Knights

Nate Harrah, Student Reporter October 17, 2024

The No. 6 Marshall Men’s Soccer won the battle against the University of Central Florida Knights 2-0, making their season record 8-1-2 and 3-0-1 in conference play. The game took place on Sunday, Oct....

Verhoff prepares to kick with Alec Clark holding.

Eagles complete comeback against the Herd

Joseph DiCristofaro, Sports Editor October 16, 2024

Despite holding a 23-3 lead going into the fourth quarter, Marshall Football lost to the Georgia Southern Eagles 24-23 in Statesboro, Georgia, Saturday, Oct. 12, to extend its losing streak on the road...

Joao Roberto celebrates with his teammates following his goal in the final moments to tie the game.

Men’s Soccer draws with the Dukes

Nate Harrah, Student Reporter October 10, 2024

The No. 5 ranked Marshall Men’s Soccer fought back for a draw against the James Madison University Dukes, making their season record 7-1-2 and 2-0-1 in conference play. The game took place on Friday,...

Swim and Dive notches second straight WV Games Championship

Joseph DiCristofaro, Sports Editor October 10, 2024

Marshall Swimming and Diving bested the competition with 1,483 points and outlasted host West Virginia University by a margin of 73 points on Saturday, Oct. 5, to solidify its title as back-to-back champions...

Braylon Braxton earned SBC Offensive Player of the Week for his performance against Appalachian State.

Herd decimates Mountaineers in Homecoming Game

Joseph DiCristofaro, Sports Editor October 9, 2024

In his first career start for Marshall Football, quarterback Braylon Braxton dismantled the Appalachian State Mountaineers defense through the air and ground to lead the Herd to a 52-37 win at Joan C....

Hoops in Huntington swept the street

Hoops in Huntington swept the street

Tariq Montgomery, Student Reporter October 9, 2024

For the third time in Marshall history, Hoops in Huntington took over Pullman Square as the athletes and coaches from the men’s and women’s basketball teams played for the community.  “Hoops...

GALLERY: Marshall vs. Appalachian State

Wade Sullivan, Photo & Graphics Editor October 8, 2024

Marshall Football won their homecoming game with special guest Zach Bryan in attendance. Bryan’s backup vocalist, Elijah Gastelum, sang the national anthem to open to the game.

Men’s Soccer slays the Monarchs

Men’s Soccer slays the Monarchs

Nate Harrah, Student Reporter October 4, 2024

The No. 7 ranked Marshall Men’s Soccer came through with a win 2-1 against the Old Dominion University Monarchs, making their season record 7-1-1 and 2-0-0 in conference play. The game took place on...

The 2024 Homecoming game against Appalachian State will take place in the Joan C. Edwards Stadium on Oct. 5.

Marshall vs App State: The show must go on

Sarah Davis, Managing Editor October 3, 2024

Marshall is deep into its homecoming week, and, with game day quickly approaching, many fans are wondering about the condition of the opposing team, Appalachian State University. App State, located...

Dot Hicks

Dot Hicks looks back on storied past

Joseph DiCristofaro, Sports Editor October 3, 2024

Dorothy “Dot” Hicks, commonly referred to as the pioneer of women’s sports at Marshall University due to the decades of work she dedicated to women’s athletics, was named the 2024 Homecoming grand...

Fitzpatrick dives for the end zone.

Herd bucks the Broncos at home

Joseph DiCristofaro, Sports Editor October 2, 2024

Marshall Football outlasted the Western Michigan Broncos’ second-half comeback attempt to win 27-20 on Saturday, Sept. 28, to secure its second home win of the season despite rainy conditions. "I'm...

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