Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon
Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon
Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon
Taylor Huddleston

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor

Taylor Huddleston, a Charleston, West Virginia native, is a broadcast journalism student at Marshall University, minoring in Spanish and sports management. Taylor can be found on the sideline of any Marshall athletic event. She is currently involved with several local organizations, including Marshall Communications, HerdVision, and WMUL. Taylor is passionate about sports, music, Starbucks and her family and friends. In the future, she hopes to pursue a career in the sports industry, perhaps working for an athletic team.

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HollyAnn Swann and Caleb Bowen (Left) and Dan Green (Right) in the midst of running in their respective races.

Run, Pace, Race 100 Miles

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
December 1, 2020
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Herd men’s basketball defeats Red Wolves in home opener, 70-56

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
November 27, 2020
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Forever a Daughter of Marshall: A Farewell by Taylor Huddleston

Forever a Daughter of Marshall: A Farewell by Taylor Huddleston

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
November 17, 2020
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Men’s basketball prepares for season opener

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
November 17, 2020
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Marshall quarterback Grant Wells throws a pass over MTSU’s defensive back Jorden Starling (49) on Nov. 14

Herd football racks up awards, game postponed by Charlotte

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
November 17, 2020
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No. 16 Thundering Herd honors 75, defeats Blue Raiders on 50th Anniversary

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
November 14, 2020
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50 years later…We still remember

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
November 10, 2020
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No. 16 Herd to face Blue Raiders on 50th Anniversary

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
November 10, 2020
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Undefeated No. 16 Marshall outlasts Minutemen

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
November 7, 2020
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Marshall men's basketball seeks opportunities through practices

Marshall men’s basketball seeks opportunities through practices

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
November 3, 2020
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Men's Basketball Conference Schedule

Herd men’s basketball continues to practice for 2020-21 season

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
October 27, 2020
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The Marshall University football team's offense attempts to make an offensive play agains the FAU Owls during its Homecoming Game on Saturday, Oct. 24.

No. 19 Herd, Panthers matchup postponed

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
October 27, 2020
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No. 22 Herd defeats Owls, remains undefeated

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
October 24, 2020
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Marshall men’s basketball back in action

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
October 20, 2020
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No. 22 Herd, Owls to square off for Homecoming game

No. 22 Herd, Owls to square off for Homecoming game

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
October 20, 2020
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Herd, Bulldogs to face tough conference matchup

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
October 13, 2020
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Marshall to travel to Western Kentucky-First game in three weeks

Marshall to travel to Western Kentucky-First game in three weeks

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
October 6, 2020
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The Marshall University football team runs out onto the field before the Appalachain State game.

Back-to-back bye-weeks, COVID edition

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
September 29, 2020
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For No.25 Marshall Bye-Week...Part Two

For No.25 Marshall Bye-Week…Part Two

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
September 22, 2020
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Marshall thunders over No. 23 Appalachian State, makes history

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
September 19, 2020
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Marshall vs. Rice football postponed

Marshall vs. Rice football postponed

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
September 15, 2020
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Redshirt senior linebacker Tavante Beckett celebrated a defensive play against Eastern Kentucky.

No. 23 Appalachian State to visit Huntington

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
September 15, 2020
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Wells awarded C-USA Offensive Player of the Week

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
September 8, 2020
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Redshirt freshman quarterback Grant Wells focused on making a play against the Colonels.

Herd faces early bye-week, prepares for Appalachian State

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
September 8, 2020
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In-state talent, strong offense and defense appearance boost Herd over Colonels

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
September 5, 2020
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Herd to face Colonels in first football game of 2020

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
September 1, 2020
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Fall olympic sports postponed, football action scheduled

Fall olympic sports postponed, football action scheduled

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
August 25, 2020
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The Marshall football team prepares for its home game against the Ohio Bobcats last season.

Fans allowed at 2020 Marshall home football games: Face masks required, no tailgating permitted

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
August 25, 2020
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Brenden Knox celebrates a play completion against Old Dominion last season.

Five Marshall football players rack up C-USA Preseason Awards

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
August 25, 2020
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Herd football take a knee to honor George Floyd

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
June 13, 2020
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D'Andre Knight pitches against Ohio.

Marshall baseball’s Knight awarded postgraduate scholarship

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
June 13, 2020
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Two Marshall student athletes, one employee test positive for COVID-19

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
June 3, 2020
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Marshall Athletics continues to rise despite COVID-19

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
April 23, 2020
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Sports Editor Taylor Huddleston traveled to Frisco, Texas for the 2020 Conference USA Basketball Tournament to cover Marshall men and women’s basketball teams.

COLUMN: The pandemic of the sports world-We Are all in this together

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
March 17, 2020
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No. 6 Marshall survives against No. 11 UTEP in first round of C-USA Tournament

No. 6 Marshall survives against No. 11 UTEP in first round of C-USA Tournament

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
March 12, 2020
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Herd women’s basketball defeats Golden Eagles in OT in first round of C-USA Tournament

Herd women’s basketball defeats Golden Eagles in OT in first round of C-USA Tournament

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
March 11, 2020
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Men’s basketball heads to C-USA Tournament

Men’s basketball heads to C-USA Tournament

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
March 10, 2020
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Junior guard Jarrod West and sophomore guard Taevion Kinsey huddled together to call a play during a game.

Marshall men’s basketball to travel to UAB for conference bonus play

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
February 25, 2020
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Herd women’s basketball picks up conference win over Blazers, 61-56

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
January 12, 2020
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Lady Raiders breeze past Thundering Herd women’s basketball, 75-55

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
January 9, 2020
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Marshall redshirt senior goalkeeper Paulo Pita celebrates the Herd's win over the University of Kentucky earlier this season.

Former Marshall men’s soccer goalkeeper drafted as first round pick to LAFC

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
January 9, 2020
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Herd men’s basketball tops EKU, wins third straight game

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
December 20, 2019
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Rafael Simoes and Paulo Pita with ZEE Goalkeeper Academy campers.

Former Herd men’s soccer player to host ZEE Soccer Christmas Camp

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
December 14, 2019
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Men’s basketball breaks three-game losing streak over Bluefield State

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
December 12, 2019
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Bowling Green outlasts Herd women’s basketball, 82-69

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
December 7, 2019
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Men's Soccer beats Kentucky, 1-0 on Nov. 3, 2019.

Marshall men’s soccer closes out historical season in NCAA Sweet 16

Taylor Huddleston, Assistant Sports Editor
December 3, 2019
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Brenden Knox carries the ball for the herd

Knox, Thundering Herd defense send seniors off in OT fashion with win over FIU

Taylor Huddleston, Assistant Sports Editor
December 1, 2019
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No. 11 Marshall men’s soccer defeats WVU, advances to NCAA Sweet 16

Taylor Huddleston, Assistant Sports Editor
November 24, 2019
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Herd teammates cheering each other on during Herd Madness.

Herd men’s basketball shows dominance over Howard, picks up second win

Taylor Huddleston, Sports Editor
November 22, 2019
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Pedro Dolabella kicks through two of Charlotte’s players in the Conference USA Championship match on Sunday.

No. 13 Herd men’s soccer crowned 2019 C-USA Champions, first NCAA appearance

Taylor Huddleston, Assistant Sports Editor
November 19, 2019
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Men's Soccer beats Kentucky, 1-0 on Nov. 3, 2019.

No. 13 Marshall men’s soccer racks up All-C-USA Selection Awards

Taylor Huddleston, Assistant Sports Editor
November 15, 2019
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Men's Soccer beats Kentucky, 1-0 on Nov. 3, 2019.

No. 1 seed Thundering Herd men’s soccer to face No. 4 seed Kentucky in C-USA semifinals

Taylor Huddleston, Assistant Sports Editor
November 15, 2019
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Redshirt senior goalkeeper Paulo Pita celebrates a huge save along with teammates Max Schneider and Collin Mocyunas against the Kentucky Wildcats on Nov. 3 at Hoops Family Field.

No. 1 seed Thundering Herd men’s soccer to face No. 4 seed Kentucky in C-USA semifinals

Taylor Huddleston, Assistant Sports Editor
November 15, 2019
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Men's Soccer beats Kentucky, 1-0 on Nov. 3, 2019.

No. 14 Herd men’s soccer defeats No. 19 FIU, claims C-USA regular season title

Taylor Huddleston, Assistant Sports Editor
November 9, 2019
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Herd men’s basketball opens 2019-2020 season with win over RMU

Taylor Huddleston, Assistant Sports Editor
November 8, 2019
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No. 20 Herd men’s soccer to face No. 15 Kentucky in final home match of the season

Taylor Huddleston, Assistant Sports Editor
November 2, 2019
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Several soccer players during their last home match of the 2019 season.

Women’s soccer falls to WKU in final match of the season

Taylor Huddleston, Assistant Sports Editor
November 2, 2019
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Left to right: Senior Associate for AECOM, Brian Pounds, Chairman James Bailes, current Head Baseball Coach Jeff Waggoner, Marshall University President Jerry Gilbert, Jack Cook, Athletic Director Mike Hamrick, Jeff Montgomery, Mayor Steve Williams and Rick Reed all participated in the groundbreaking ceremony.

[Photo] Marshall baseball’s groundbreaking ceremony for new stadium

Grant Goodrich, Reporter
October 29, 2019
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Men’s soccer continues success, moves to No. 15 ranking

Taylor Huddleston, Assistant Sports Editor
October 22, 2019
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No. 21 Marshall men’s soccer closes out West Coast trip with victory over San Diego State

Taylor Huddleston, Assistant Sports Editor
October 19, 2019
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Carlos Diaz- Salcedo passes the ball to teammate Illal Osmanu; goalkeeper Paulo Pita is in the background.

Herd men’s soccer breaks Top 25 rankings, first time since 2001

Taylor Huddleston, Assistant Sports Editor
October 15, 2019
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Herd men’s soccer begins six-game road match streak, heads to No. 5 Charlotte

Taylor Huddleston, Assistant Sports Editor
October 8, 2019
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Pita’s six saves secure the Herd’s dominance over Dayton

Taylor Huddleston, Assistant Sports Editor
October 2, 2019
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Paulo Pita and son Brody stand in line before the start of the game.

Division I athlete dedicates life to soccer, son

Taylor Huddleston, Assistant Sports Editor
September 18, 2019
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Carlos Diaz- Salcedo surveying the field before passing the ball.

Marshall downs South Carolina in Conference USA home opener

Taylor Huddleston, Assistant Sports Editor
September 14, 2019
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Marshall forward Iran Bennett (2) shoots a floater over IUPUI forward Elyjah Goss (32) in the first half of the Thundering Herd's game against the Jaguars on March 19, 2019.

Men’s basketball completes 2019-2020 schedule with release of non-conference games

Taylor Huddleston, Assistant Sports Editor
August 29, 2019
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Herd football to kick off 2019 season with home opener against VMI

Taylor Huddleston, Assistant Sports Editor
August 27, 2019
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Marshall third baseman Blakely Burch (55) flips the ball to a teammate after recording an out during the Thundering Herd’s doubleheader against Morehead State at Dot Hicks Field on April 11, 2018. Marshall is currently 19-7 through its first 26 games of the 2019 season.

Thundering Herd stampedes past Morehead State in doubleheader

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
April 30, 2019
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President Jerry Gilbert expressed his pride in Marshall for being one of only ten schools across the country that allows access to identification cards through mobile devices.

Marshall leads the way with new ID technology

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
April 23, 2019
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Tucker Linder (6) swings through a pitch in the second inning of Marshall's 4-3 win over Ohio, April 16, 2019.

Marshall baseball survives against Ohio Bobcats in 11 innings

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
April 17, 2019
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The Space Shuttle takes off from Cape Canaveral, Florida at NASA.

Where Marshall can take you: NASA

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
April 16, 2019
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Women’s golf heads to C-USA tournament

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
April 9, 2019
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Marshall cheerleaders pose in a stunt before the men’s basketball game versus UTEP on Jan. 31 in the Cam Henderson Center.

MU cheer to compete in NCA Collegiate Cheer Championship

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
April 2, 2019
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Marshall men’s basketball co-head manager Danny Feck prepares to rebound a shot from one of the Herd’s players during warmups prior to a Conference USA Tournament game against Southern Miss on March 14.

Family, brotherhood bring men’s basketball managers, team together

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
April 2, 2019
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Thundering Herd looks to extend win streak in midweek matchup at Power Park against Virginia Tech

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
March 20, 2019
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Marshall guard Shayna Gore (14) drives to the basket during the Thundering Herd's double-overtime loss to UTEP at Ford Center at the Star in Frisco, Texas, on Mar. 13, 2019.

Thundering Herd’s tourney run ends in first-round heartbreak

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
March 13, 2019
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Marshall guard Taylor Porter (11) celebrates one of her 10 made 3-pointers during the Thundering Herd's win over FIU on Mar. 7, 2019 at the Cam Henderson Center.

Record-setting night propels Thundering Herd past FIU

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
March 8, 2019
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Marshall guard Jon Elmore (33) smiles in the closing moments of Marshall's game against Western Kentucky at the Cam Henderson Center on Jan. 12, 2019.

Herd clinches sixth with blowout win over FIU

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
March 7, 2019
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Prior to its game against Middle Tennessee, Marshall football specialists warm up in the background as a football remains in the end zone.

Thundering Herd, Fighting Irish to meet in 2022

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
March 4, 2019
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Herd softball remains undefeated at home after sweeping weekend series

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
March 3, 2019
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Marshall guard Taylor Porter (11) shoots a free throw during the Thundering Herd's game against North Texas at the Cam Henderson Center.

Herd women’s basketball travels to ODU for final road game of season

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
March 1, 2019
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Marshall guard Jeremy Dillon (5) celebrates making a half-court shot at Herd Madness in October. Dillon is sitting out this season as a redshirt.

Brooks-Harris, Dillon use redshirt season to improve on, off court

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
February 26, 2019
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Middle Tennessee guard Antonio Green (55) watches as Marshall guard Jarrod West attempts a contested layup during the Thundering Herd’s win over the Blue Raiders at the Cam Henderson Center.

Herd men’s basketball to open C-USA Bonus Play at Louisiana Tech

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
February 26, 2019
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Marshall pitcher Kailee Williamson (77) prepares to throw a pitch during a 2018 game against Morehead State at Dot Hicks Field.

Herd softball welcomes Ohio for midweek rivalry matchup

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
February 26, 2019
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Infielder Blakely Burch (55) fields a ground ball during Marshall's 2018 game against Morehead State at Dot Hicks Field.

Herd softball travels south for Holy City Showdown

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
February 21, 2019
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7,687 fans, mostly clad in green and white, look on during the first half of Marshall's 70-69 win over WKU.

Thundering Herd prepares for C-USA Bonus Play

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
February 19, 2019
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Marshall guard Jon Elmore (33) looks for a play call during a stoppage in the Thundering Herd's game against WKU at the Cam Henderson Center.

Herd men’s basketball drops crucial conference game to UAB

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
February 15, 2019
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Marshall guard Princess Clemons (5) shoots a 3-pointer during the Thundering Herd’s 90-88 triple-overtime win over Louisiana Tech. The Herd currently is in a tie for third place in Conference USA.

Women’s basketball travels south for crucial conference games at UAB, MTSU

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
February 12, 2019
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Marshall head coach Dan D’Antoni shouts instructions to his team during the Thundering Herd’s 116-106 overtime loss to UTSA.

Men’s basketball seeks to end slump at home against UAB, MTSU

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
February 12, 2019
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Tony Kemper coaches his team during a timeout in Marshall's C-USA game against LA Tech.

Mulkey, Owls outlast upset-minded Herd

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
February 9, 2019
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Marshall guard Taylor Porter (11) attempts a jump shot over the outstretched arms of Louisiana Tech forward Zhanae Whitney during the Herd’s 90-88 triple overtime win on Jan. 24, 2019.

Herd women’s basketball returns home to face Mean Green, Owls

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
February 5, 2019
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Men’s basketball heads to Texas for contests at North Texas, Rice

Men’s basketball heads to Texas for contests at North Texas, Rice

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
February 5, 2019
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Head coach Dan D'Antoni looks on during Marshall's game against UTEP on Jan. 31, 2019.

Jackson, Wallace combine for 75, UTSA escapes with OT win over Herd

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
February 2, 2019
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Marshall University cheerleaders and Marco sing the university's alma mater following a home basketball game against WKU on Jan. 12, 2019.

MU Cheer to Host Annual Junior Thundering Herd Cheer Clinic

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
January 30, 2019
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Juniors Hannah Price (left) and Elizabeth Allenger (right) post for a photo during a Marshall volleyball game against UTEP on Oct. 7, 2018.

It’s ‘more than just dance’ for Marshall’s Price, Allenger

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
January 30, 2019
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Head coach Tony Kemper instructs his team during a Conference USA game.

Golden Eagles’ pressuring defense hands Herd women’s basketball second conference loss

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
January 26, 2019
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Marshall guard Jarrod West (13) looks forward during an NCAA Tournament game against West Virginia on Mar. 18, 2018.

Men’s basketball aims to bounce back after first conference loss

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
January 23, 2019
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Marshall guard Jon Elmore (33) shoots a 3-pointer around an FIU defender during their matchup in the 2017-18 season. Elmore's shooting from beyond the arc is a staple in Marshall's offense.

Herd men’s basketball to close out three-game homestand against FIU, looks to extend win streak

Taylor Huddleston, Reporter
January 18, 2019
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