On Saturday, Oakland University women’s basketball completed the sweep against Horizon League newcomers — Robert Morris University. The Golden Grizzlies won 84-77 where they shot 52% from the field and 47% from the 3-point range. Oakland had five players score in the double digits: Kahlaijah Dean scored a total of 21 points, followed by Alona Blackwell with 14, Autumn Kissman … [Read more...] about Women’s basketball defeats Robert Morris 84-77 on Saturday
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Oakland women win vs. RMU, Dean scores 25
After back-to-back losses against the Cleveland State Vikings, the women’s basketball team returned home for a two-game series against Robert Morris University (RMU), starting Friday, Feb. 5. With six games remaining on their schedule, the Golden Grizzlies added another win to their record, defeating the Colonials 83-71. Once again, Kahlaijah Dean led the way for Oakland, … [Read more...] about Oakland women win vs. RMU, Dean scores 25
Men’s soccer wins 5-0, Borczak scores hat trick
Men’s soccer kicked off their season with a resounding 5-0 win over Robert Morris University (RMU) on the strength of Dylan Borczak’s big game. Borczak scored a hat trick after the 15-month break, as well as assisting on Owen Smith’s goal, which put the match at 4-0. After being responsible for the first four goals of a 5-0 rout, Borczak was named Horizon League Offensive … [Read more...] about Men’s soccer wins 5-0, Borczak scores hat trick
Vikings down Grizzlies in first game of weekend set
The Cleveland State Vikings defeated the Oakland University Golden Grizzlies 80-72 on Friday, Feb. 5 at the O’rena. Leading the Grizzlies with 20 points, Jalen Moore added 11 assists, giving him his eighth double-double of the season. Micah Parrish had a double-double of his own with 13 points and 12 rebounds. The Vikings got off to a hot start from the field, hitting their … [Read more...] about Vikings down Grizzlies in first game of weekend set
Jason Ross Jr. goes beyond the stats as Golden Grizzlies play-by-play announcer
It wasn’t long ago that the voice of the women’s basketball team was attending high school football games and commentating to himself for practice. Jason Ross Jr., the play-by-play announcer for the Oakland University women’s basketball team, has always dreamed of being a professional broadcaster. Now, before even graduating college, he has earned a permanent play-by-play role, … [Read more...] about Jason Ross Jr. goes beyond the stats as Golden Grizzlies play-by-play announcer
The Lions traded Matthew Stafford and I’m sad
The Detroit Lions have officially wasted yet another generational talent: Matthew Stafford. After what feels like years of speculation, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reported on Jan. 23 that quarterback Stafford and the Lions had agreed to mutually part ways. This comes after yet another disappointing season for the Lions, as they finished 5-11 with Stafford carrying the team … [Read more...] about The Lions traded Matthew Stafford and I’m sad
Track and field teams open their 2021 season
Oakland University track and field opened their 2021 indoor season on Friday, Jan. 15 at Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU) after 320 days off due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Maddie Leigh, Megan Nichols, Connor Goetz and Paige Sanders recorded first place finishes at the SVSU classic — with Leigh winning the mile, Nichols and Goetz placing first in the 5000m run and Sanders … [Read more...] about Track and field teams open their 2021 season
Women’s basketball wins fourth straight against IPFW
On a three game win streak, the women’s basketball team looked to improve upon their 7-4 conference record against the Purdue University Fort Wayne Mastodons on Saturday, Jan. 23. On the second day of the back-to-back format, the Golden Grizzlies once again pulled away in the fourth quarter, defeating the Mastodons 73-61 on the strength of Kahlaijah Dean’s near … [Read more...] about Women’s basketball wins fourth straight against IPFW
OU athletic training staff adapt to COVID-19 protocol
As the pandemic continues through the country, the Oakland University athletic training staff is preparing the athletic department to start up seasons again with extra steps, ensuring athletes are safe. Athletic trainers play an important role in making sure teams stay healthy and fit. Trainers at OU attend almost every team’s practice and ensure student athletes stay safe and … [Read more...] about OU athletic training staff adapt to COVID-19 protocol