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Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon

Marshall junior guard Jon Elmore brings the ball up the court against Ohio State Friday night. Elmore recorded 25 points in the Herds 111-70 loss to the Buckeyes.

Without Taylor, Herd fall to Buckeyes for first loss of season

Jacob Griffith, Reporter, Assistant Sports Editor November 26, 2016

Coming off four straight wins to open their season, the Marshall Thundering Herd men’s basketball team entered Friday’s matchup with the Ohio State Buckeyes on somewhat of a roll. That is, until...

Marshall senior guard Stevie Browning drives in a game against North Carolina Central. Browning set a new career high in points against Morehead State, recording 32.

Browning’s career night lifts Herd over Morehead State

Troy Alexander, Reporter November 17, 2016

The Marshall Thundering Herd defeated the Morehead State Eagles 85-77 in a rivalry match that ended in sweet victory for the Herd. Marshall jumped out to a quick 5-0 lead to start the game but found...

Marshall junior forward Terrence Thompson speaks to the media following the Herds 81-69 win over North Carolina Central last Saturday. Thompson recorded his first career double-double, finishing with 20 points and 10 rebounds.

For Thompson, breakout performance just another day at the office

Jacob Griffith, Reporter, Assistant Sports Editor November 16, 2016

When the Marshall men’s basketball team took the court Saturday for their season-opener against North Carolina Central, many were hoping for a win to kick off what should be an exciting season. The Herd...

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Marshall’s Kiana Evans surveys the defense as the Herd take on the Ohio Bobcats in a WNIT game last season in Athens, Ohio. Evans set a new career-high in points Tuesday night with 19.

Herd overcome slow start to down Florida A&M

Jacob Griffith, Reporter, Assistant Sports Editor November 16, 2016

Despite a sluggish first half, the Marshall women’s basketball team was able to overcome their struggles Tuesday night, riding three career-highs en route to a 77-67 win over Florida A&M in their...

Forty-six years later, time stands still

Forty-six years later, time stands still

Brooke Estep, Reporter November 14, 2016

“And in this moment once every year, throughout the town, throughout the school, time stands still.” These words from “We Are Marshall” ring in the ears of every Huntingtonian when November...

Herd to face FAMU in home-opener

Herd to face FAMU in home-opener

Jacob Griffith, Reporter, Assistant Sports Editor November 14, 2016

Fresh off a massive win on the road against University of Illinois, the Marshall women’s basketball team returns to Huntington Tuesday open the home portion of their schedule, facing off against the...

Marshall volleyball seniors complete season

Alexis Leach, Reporter November 13, 2016

Marshall volleyball seniors played in their final game at the Cam Henderson center Thursday night. Seniors Cassie Weaver, Allie Kellerman, Ally Kiekover and Taylor Riedel have all played a key role...

Men’s basketball win season opener

Joseph Ashley, Reporter November 13, 2016

The Marshall University Thundering Herd men’s basketball team beat the North Carolina Central University Eagles in the season opening game Saturday. The final score was 81-69. “First half we didn’t...

Marshall throttles MTSU in emotion-filled game

Troy Alexander, Reporter November 13, 2016

Sporting their black uniforms and new helmets honoring the "Young Thundering Herd," the Marshall Thundering Herd earned an emotional 42-17 home victory over Middle Tennessee Saturday night. Marshall...

An unbroken bond between two rival schools: ECU, MU

An unbroken bond between two rival schools: ECU, MU

Rick Farlow, Reporter November 10, 2016

It was a brisk fall night at Dowdy-Ficklen stadium. The Marshall University football team had traveled south to Greenville, North Carolina to take on East Carolina University for their second to last...

Mens soccer coach retires after 22 years

Men’s soccer coach retires after 22 years

Joseph Ashley, Reporter November 10, 2016

Marshall University men’s soccer head coach Robert Gray announced his retirement Thursday. “I have enjoyed my time at Marshall and I am amazed at how far the program has come with regards to...

Thundering Herd men’s basketball starts new season at home

Thundering Herd men’s basketball starts new season at home

Staff Reports November 7, 2016

Much like the old coach’s adage says, defense wins championships. Had last Sunday’s exhibition game against the University of Charleston been a championship game, the Marshall Thundering Herd men’s...

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