The UTM men’s basketball squad made a valiant comeback attempt this evening at Eastern Illinois (EIU) but the Skyhawks came up short, falling 95-83 in Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) action. UTM (5-13, 1-6 OVC) sliced a 26-point first-half deficit to single digits with 8:34 left to play. The Skyhawks went on a 24-9 run behind… Continue reading Skyhawk men’s hoops starts road swing with 95-83 setback at Eastern Illinois
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UTM lets third quarter lead slip away to snap winning streak at Eastern Illinois
The UTM women’s basketball team saw its 12-point lead in the third quarter dissipate before having its six-game winning streak come to a halt at Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) foe Eastern Illinois (EIU) on Thursday night by a score of 74-70. The Skyhawks (10-8, 6-1 OVC) held four double-digit margins in the third quarter but… Continue reading UTM lets third quarter lead slip away to snap winning streak at Eastern Illinois
Perry earns sixth OVC Player of the Week in a row
Rising UTM women’s basketball standout Chelsey Perry continues to grab the eye of both regional and national pundits after being named both College Sports Madness National Mid-Major Player of the Week and OVC Player of the Week. A junior forward from Middleton, Perry has burst onto the national stage, ranking in the top-10 in four… Continue reading Perry earns sixth OVC Player of the Week in a row
Beach volleyball schedule highlighted by two home tournaments
A total of 27 regular season matches comprise the 2020 UTM beach volleyball schedule, which was unveiled today by head coach Jaclynn Wilson. Three home events dot the spring slate, including the inaugural Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) Beach Volleyball Championship tournament on April 23-25. The Skyhawks officially start their third season as an NCAA varsity… Continue reading Beach volleyball schedule highlighted by two home tournaments
Cheating on an Astro-nomical level
The Houston Astros of Major League Baseball (MLB) have been labeled with one of the worst names you can have in the sports world – cheaters. Recently, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred released a nine-page report on findings from an investigation into claims that the Astros used video surveillance technology in their 2017 World Series run,… Continue reading Cheating on an Astro-nomical level
Late-game comeback led by Perry carries Skyhawks over Governors 65-61
Despite a sluggish first three quarters of action, the Skyhawks rallied by junior forward Chelsey Perry in the fourth to storm back and win 65-61 over conference opponent Austin Peay (APSU). UTM’s starting lineup consisted of Perry, sophomore forward Brittini Moore, junior forward Dasia Young, freshman forward Demi Burdick and sophomore guard Kyannah Grant. Usual… Continue reading Late-game comeback led by Perry carries Skyhawks over Governors 65-61
UTM women’s basketball posts dominating victory over Murray State 98-56
With the stands of the Kathleen and Tom Elam Center filled with excitement for a rivalry matchup and a new logo reveal, the UTM women’s basketball team gave its fans yet another reason to celebrate with a dominating 98-56 victory over Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) foe Murray State on Thursday evening. The Skyhawks (9-7, 5-0… Continue reading UTM women’s basketball posts dominating victory over Murray State 98-56
UTM men’s hoops cannot find offensive rhythm IN 84-62 setback to Murray State
Despite four starters reaching double figures in the scoring column for the UTM men’s basketball team, the Skyhawks struggled offensively in an 84-62 loss at the hands of Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) co-leader Murray State. UTM shot 35.7 percent (20-of-56) from the floor, including a 3-for-18 performance from beyond the three-point arc. As a result,… Continue reading UTM men’s hoops cannot find offensive rhythm IN 84-62 setback to Murray State
UTM’s Terry Williams named consesnus All-American after fourth postseason honor
UTM punt specialist Terry Williams continued to add to his postseason honors, becoming a consensus All-American after picking up additional honors from Phil Steele and Athlon Sports this week. Williams has been named a first team All-American by Athlon Sports, HERO Sports and Phil Steele while garnering second team honors by STATS. Williams is the… Continue reading UTM’s Terry Williams named consesnus All-American after fourth postseason honor
UTM produces solid scores in Spring rifle opener against Murray State
Despite a setback to Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) rival Murray State, several members of the UTM rifle squad began the spring on a high note with respectable performances at the Skyhawk Rifle Range. UTM amassed 2,270 points in smallbore and 2,322 points in air rifle for an aggregate tally of 4,592 points. Murray State posted… Continue reading UTM produces solid scores in Spring rifle opener against Murray State