Story by Kelsey Randolph, Sports Editor Ending its 29th consecutive winning season in a row, the men’s basketball team fought through a season filled with adversity and learning. “This program meant a lot to me, too,” said senior forward Wayne Langston. “Coming from a JuCo, when I came in, it was tough for me at first, but Read More
Compiled by Kelsey Randolph, Sports Editor Throughout the season, Head Coach Matt McMahon used four phrases that reoccurred during post game press conferences. “Just part of it,” “On the glass,” “Worked their tail off,” and “Really pleased,” were just a few of them. The Murray State News tallied how many times McMahon used these phrased Read More
Compiled by Mark McFarland, Assistant Sports Editor Women Upset of UT Martin: The Racers upset the No. 1 seed in the OVC Tournament with a 78-76 win in the semifinals. It was the first time since going to an eight seeded system that an eighth seed has beaten the first seed. Sophomore forward and guard Read More
MEN Story by Kelsey Randolph, Sports Editor NASHVILLE – For the first time since the OVC split into divisions in 2011, the Racers missed out on a conference tournament bye but cruised to the second round with a 78-62 win over Eastern Illinois on Wednesday. The Racers (17-13) will play the No. 3 seed, Morehead State Read More
Story by Kelsey Randolph, Sports Editor Eighteen years ago, Head Coach Matt McMahon said if he ever got the chance to coach a team, he would start all his seniors. Starting the floor for their last time, three senior basketball players shook the hands of their teammates and watched their own farewell videos on the home court. Read More
