Rivalries are defined by iconic matchups, with both teams consistently challenging each other. A great rivalry should be balanced and emphasized heavily every single season. For Oakland and the University of Detroit Mercy (UDM), the rivalry in men’s basketball may as well be nonexistent. It’s hard to give credit to a rivalry when one school has so thoroughly dominated the … [Read more...] about Oakland men’s basketball defeats Detroit Mercy at Calihan Hall
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Oakland’s stifling defense secures 72-59 victory over IU Indy
The Oakland Golden Grizzlies men’s basketball team took care of business this past Wednesday, Jan. 15, defeating the IU Indy Jaguars 72-59 at the OU Credit Union O’Rena. Allen Mukeba led the Golden Grizzlies in scoring, nearly notching a double-double while stuffing the stat sheet with 20 points, nine rebounds, three blocks and two steals. Buru Naivalurua and DQ Cole also had … [Read more...] about Oakland’s stifling defense secures 72-59 victory over IU Indy
Detroit Lions fall in NFC Divisional Round to the Washington Commanders
The 2024-25 Detroit Lions football season has come to an end. After a franchise-best year, the Motor City NFL team was defeated in the Divisional Round against quarterback Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders. Despite going 15-2 and having the No. 1 seed in the playoffs, the Lions still fell short of their ultimate goal of a Super Bowl. It’s an ending to the season that … [Read more...] about Detroit Lions fall in NFC Divisional Round to the Washington Commanders
Oakland earns much-needed convincing win over Northern Kentucky on the road
On Saturday, the Oakland Golden Grizzlies men’s basketball team secured an impressive 68-53 road win over the Northern Kentucky Norse at Truist Arena. The win improves Oakland’s record to 6-12 on the season and 3-4 in conference play. Additionally, the win positions Oakland much better in the Horizon League, as they now have some separation from the teams at the bottom of the … [Read more...] about Oakland earns much-needed convincing win over Northern Kentucky on the road
Skorupski shines, but Oakland falls short to IU Indy Jaguars
On Wednesday, Jan. 8, the Oakland Golden Grizzlies women’s basketball team dropped a tough match against the IU Indy Jaguars at the OU Credit Union O’Rena, 79-73, in their second conference loss of the season. Maddy Skorupski had a standout performance for the Golden Grizzlies, leading all scorers with 25 points, six rebounds and four assists. Alongside Skorupski was Macy … [Read more...] about Skorupski shines, but Oakland falls short to IU Indy Jaguars