Football is a demanding sport – physically, emotionally and in many other aspects of life. If there is one person that can attest to this, it’s DJ McNeil. Many know him for his success as a tailback for the Skyhawks, but football has more meaning for him than simply running a ball. With life lessons… Continue reading Hard work yields results on and off field for McNeil
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Volleyball team signs setter out of Hoosier state
Madison Bergren, a 5-8 setter out of Delta High School in Muncie, Ind., has signed a National Letter of Intent to join the UTM volleyball team, head coach Darrin McClure has announced. “I am really excited about Madison coming to [UTM],” McClure said. “She is a very accomplished setter, has a great attitude and fits… Continue reading Volleyball team signs setter out of Hoosier state
Players earn Adidas OVC Weekly Football Awards and recognized by CFPA
Ben Johnson and Jackson Redditt, both of the UTM football team, have been recognized by the Ohio Valley Conference for their performances in a 16-7 victory at Eastern Kentucky on Saturday. College Football Performance Awards also announced that Redditt earned Week 12 Honorable Mention Kicker Performer of the Week while junior Tony Bell was named… Continue reading Players earn Adidas OVC Weekly Football Awards and recognized by CFPA
Roberts uses mind and grind to find success
While many people know DJ Roberts for his football accolades, he has been just as successful off the field as well. Roberts was born and raised in Knoxville, Tenn., and attended Austin-East High School. From an early age, he learned the value of education and that it cannot be replaced. Roberts likes to live by… Continue reading Roberts uses mind and grind to find success
Skyhawk football makes history in victory over Eastern Kentucky
For the first time in school history, the UTM football team pulled off a 16-7 victory over Ohio Valley Conference foe Eastern Kentucky at Roy Kidd Stadium. Going into the game the Skyhawks were winless in their previous 11 visits to Eastern Kentucky dating back to 1973. In addition to the Skyhawks (7-4, 5-2 OVC)… Continue reading Skyhawk football makes history in victory over Eastern Kentucky
Skyhawks defeat Quinnipiac in overtime
In a game that went to overtime, the Skyhawks edged past the Quinnipiac Bobcats 102-97 “That’s a huge win,” said head coach Kevin McMillan. “That is the biggest win our program has had since I’ve been here. … [it’s] a huge win for our program and hopefully we can build on that.” The game was… Continue reading Skyhawks defeat Quinnipiac in overtime
Skyhawks claim first victory over Rochester College
In their home opener, the Skyhawks picked up their first win of the season by defeating the Rochester College Warriors 79-64. “I thought we could’ve played better, especially in the first half,” said head coach Jason James. “We came out a little nervous. … I think we thought Rochester would just [lie] down and let… Continue reading Skyhawks claim first victory over Rochester College
Skyhawks fall in OVC Tournament Finals
In the final round of the Ohio Valley Conference Soccer Championship, the Morehead State Eagles defeated the UTM Skyhawks 1-0. “I thought we were absolutely outstanding in the first half today, but we just didn’t get the goal that we deserved,” said head coach Phil McNamara. Last month, when the two teams met, the Skyhawks… Continue reading Skyhawks fall in OVC Tournament Finals
UTM vs. Morehead State in OVC Soccer Championship
UTM vs. Morehead State in OVC Soccer Championship
UTM falls to Memphis 21-6
The UTM Skyhawks failed to spoil the homecoming of downstate rival Memphis, falling short by a margin of 21-6. The Skyhawks (6-4) struggled through the air on Saturday, as they were held to only 122 yards passing, a far cry from the 232.4 yards per game the team had been averaging to this point. “We… Continue reading UTM falls to Memphis 21-6