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The Racers run onto the court and warm up before the game.

Men’s basketball rally falls short in loss to Bradley

Sam Hunter, Sports Writer January 20, 2025

The Murray State Racers suffered a 74-61 defeat to the Bradley Braves on Saturday at the CFSB Center in Murray, Kentucky on Saturday,Jan. 18. Despite...

Junior forward Alden Applewhite shoots a free throw.

Racers fall in thrilling Double-OT battle to UIC, 97-93

Sam Hunter, Contributing Writer January 17, 2025

On Wednesday, Jan. 15th, Murray State men’s basketball fell 97-93 to the UIC Flames at Credit Union 1 Arena in Chicago, Illinois. The defeat brought...

Senior guard Terence Harcum defends a Utah Valley player.

PHOTOS: Racers lose to Utah Valley in final second

Kristopher Fister, Photo Editor November 26, 2024

Last Friday night, the Racers lost in heartbreaking fashion in the final second against Utah Valley. After a back-and-forth battle, the Wolverines...

Men's basketball falls in final second to Utah Valley

Men’s basketball falls in final second to Utah Valley

Jonah Morgan, Contributing Writer November 25, 2024

The Murray State Racers men’s basketball team was not able to extend their win streak to three games, as they lost to the Utah Valley Wolverines...

Women's Basketball pick up second win of season against Memphis

Women’s Basketball pick up second win of season against Memphis

Ronan Summers, Contributing Writer November 25, 2024

Murray State sophomore guard Haven Ford went for 31 points in a four-point win over the University of Memphis Tigers on Saturday, Nov. 23.  Entering...

Racers can’t finish after first half lead against No. 7 LSU

Racers can’t finish after first half lead against No. 7 LSU

Laney Evans, Sports Writer November 19, 2024

After leading the first three quarters, Murray State women’s basketball fell 74-60 to No. 7 ranked LSU in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on Friday night.  Kim...

Photo by Stephen Furst

Lindsay’s 27 leads men’s basketball over Middle Tennessee

Zach Simmons, Sports Editor November 17, 2024

In the 147th all-time meeting between Murray State and Middle Tennessee, the Racers breezed past the Blue Raiders 88-67 in Murfreesboro on Nov. 16. MTSU...

Women’s head coach Rechelle Turner looks toward the bench in disappointment during the Racers’ game against the Belmont Bruins.

Record crowd for women’s basketball loss to Southern Indiana

Laney Evans, Sports Writer November 14, 2024

The women’s basketball team fell to the University of Southern Indiana on Tuesday, Nov. 12, at the annual Education Day game at the CFSB Center. The...

Boggess looks to inspire younger generation of fans

Boggess looks to inspire younger generation of fans

Ethan Alexander, Contributing Writer November 14, 2024

Trey Boggess may not be a five-star recruit or a highly touted transfer, but the Murray State basketball walk-on may be one of the most important players...

Women's basketball dominate in home opener

Women’s basketball dominate in home opener

Rebeca Mertins Chiodini, Contributing Writer November 10, 2024

The Women’s Basketball team won their first official game against SIUE in dominant fashion by a score of 104-60.  The Racers played hard in the...

Senior guard Terence Harcum drives past a Pitt defender
Photo courtesy of Dave Winder - Murray State Athletics

Men’s basketball unsuccessful in Pittsburgh

Zach Simmons, Sports Editor November 9, 2024

Murray State men’s basketball had the lead at two different points in the game, but couldn't see the game through against the toughest opponent on their...

Men's basketball opens 100th with 76 point win over Bethel

Men’s basketball opens 100th with 76 point win over Bethel

Zach Simmons, Sports Editor November 5, 2024

Murray State men's basketball opened up their 2024-25 season by winning in dominant fashion over the visiting Bethel Wildcats 113-37 on Nov. 4. Five...

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