“If you learn to use it right, the adversity, it will buy you a ticket to a place you couldn’t have gone any other way,” now-retired head coach Tony Bennett of the University of Virginia said in a press conference in 2019. The success of the 2018-19 Virginia Cavaliers came on the heels of Virginia losing as the No. 1 seed the year before in March Madness. Oakland men’s … [Read more...] about Battered in Boise: Oakland men’s basketball falls on the road to Boise State
Northern Kentucky triumph over Oakland women’s volleyball
The Golden Grizzlies faced a tough challenge this past Saturday, losing to Northern Kentucky University (NKU) in a three-set match at Regents Hall. Set One The Norse opened the first set with intense energy, quickly establishing a lead that Oakland found hard to close. NKU executed powerful serves and aggressive attacks that caught Oakland off guard. The Golden Grizzlies had … [Read more...] about Northern Kentucky triumph over Oakland women’s volleyball
Women’s basketball drops regular season-opener to Michigan State Spartans
On Tuesday, Nov. 5, the Oakland women’s basketball team opened their regular season with a loss to the Michigan State Spartans with a final score of 107-42 on the road at the Breslin Center. The game marks the second year in a row the Golden Grizzlies have opened their season against the Spartans. Additionally, the loss is the largest margin Michigan State has dealt the Golden … [Read more...] about Women’s basketball drops regular season-opener to Michigan State Spartans
Men’s club lacrosse at OU: On the rise
The transition from high school to college can be a big leap, but for some athletes, the Oakland University club lacrosse team offers not only an opportunity to continue pursuing their passion, but also a chance to build camaraderie, hone their skills and leave a lasting impact on the program. “What inspired me to play lacrosse was my older brother who played in high school,” … [Read more...] about Men’s club lacrosse at OU: On the rise
Prominent athletes aligning with candidates in the 2024 presidential race
At the end of a Sunday Night Football game on Oct. 27, San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Nick Bosa crashed a live shot of teammates George Kittle, Brock Purdy and Isaac Guerendo on NBC while sporting a “Make America Great Again” cap. The moment sparked reactions from viewers across the country, reigniting conversations about the intersection of sports and … [Read more...] about Prominent athletes aligning with candidates in the 2024 presidential race