The Detroit Lions, a team historically associated with underwhelming performances and dashed hopes, are rewriting their narrative this season. With a renewed focus, a dynamic roster and a passionate fanbase, the Lions are showcasing a level of grit and determination that has electrified the Motor City. “The turnaround isn’t just the result of chance,” freshman Blake Jahn … [Read more...] about Roaring Towards Success: OU student reactions to the Detroit Lions’ comeback
Eastern Michigan claims victory over Golden Grizzlies in tight swim and dive meet
On Thursday, Nov. 21, the Oakland women’s swim and dive team lost to the Eastern Michigan Eagles in a meet with a final score of 161-139 on the road at the Jones Natatorium. The meet consisted of 16 different events, including two relays, which started and closed the event. Among the 16 events, the Golden Grizzlies and the Eagles placed first in eight — respectively — showing … [Read more...] about Eastern Michigan claims victory over Golden Grizzlies in tight swim and dive meet
Oakland women’s basketball drops road game at University of Michigan
On Sunday, Nov. 17, Oakland’s women’s basketball team traveled to Ann Arbor to take on the University of Michigan (U-M) Wolverines. The team was coming off a blowout loss to Michigan State and a narrow loss to Army, with a blowout win against Cleary University sandwiched in between. A win against Michigan could earn the Golden Grizzlies a huge early season victory for their … [Read more...] about Oakland women’s basketball drops road game at University of Michigan
Oakland falls to top-ranked Kansas despite strong second-half effort
The Oakland men’s basketball team lost to the nationally top-ranked Kansas Jayhawks on Saturday, Nov. 16, at Allen Fieldhouse with a final score of 78-57. The loss against the Jayhawks ends what has been a challenging stretch of road games for the Golden Grizzlies, who previously lost to the Boise State Broncos and the Illinois Fighting Illinis. “We handled this about as well … [Read more...] about Oakland falls to top-ranked Kansas despite strong second-half effort
Oakland men’s soccer hot streak snapped in thrilling Horizon League Championship loss
On Saturday, Nov. 16, the Oakland University men’s soccer team was bested by the Robert Morris Colonials at the Oakland Soccer Field with a final score of 1-0 in the Horizon League Championship game. Oakland entered the game on a six-game win streak, with their most previous loss coming at the hands of DePaul University back on Oct. 8, marking over an entire month without a … [Read more...] about Oakland men’s soccer hot streak snapped in thrilling Horizon League Championship loss