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The Murray State Board of Regents voted to have Aaron Thompson receive an honorary doctorate award at the December Commencement Ceremony.
Board of Regents to award an honorary doctorate
November 28, 2024
Winslow provides food options for students with allergies
Winslow provides food options for students with allergies
November 21, 2024
Graphic provided by Julie Cyzewski. English students will present their research at Scholars Week on Thursday.
Undergrads showcase research at Scholars’ Week
November 14, 2024
Graphic made by Bri Hunter
Students react to Thanksgiving break housing closure
November 14, 2024
Photo courtesy of Madisyn Ransey. Student teachers in Ransey's class who received the stipend this year.
Kentucky compensates student teachers
November 14, 2024
City council results in incumbent losing re-election effort.
Murray City Council sees incumbent lose re-election effort
November 5, 2024
The political divide between residents ends with Calloway County going red in the presidential election.
Calloway County goes red in presidential election
November 5, 2024
BREAKING: Lawrent Rice arrested
BREAKING: Lawrent Rice arrested
October 28, 2024
Murray State president Bob Jackson announced his intention to retire effective June 30, 2025.
Regents begin search for 15th president
October 1, 2024
Murray State president Bob Jackson announces retirement
Murray State president Bob Jackson announces retirement
September 30, 2024
Senior guard Terence Harcum defends a Utah Valley player.
PHOTOS: Racers lose to Utah Valley in final second
November 26, 2024
Men's basketball falls in final second to Utah Valley
Men’s basketball falls in final second to Utah Valley
November 25, 2024
Women's Basketball pick up second win of season against Memphis
Women’s Basketball pick up second win of season against Memphis
November 25, 2024
Volleyball swept by Belmont in final regular season game
Volleyball swept by Belmont in final regular season game
November 19, 2024
Racers can’t finish after first half lead against No. 7 LSU
Racers can’t finish after first half lead against No. 7 LSU
November 19, 2024
Racer baseball sees two players drafted
August 20, 2024
PHOTOS: Baseball sweeps Valpo in last home series
PHOTOS: Baseball sweeps Valpo in last home series
May 14, 2024
Vogel goes to hug Hawthrone after hitting a homerun.
Baseball sweeps mid-week series
May 3, 2024
Senior Nathan Holler closes out the game on the mound for the Racers.
Baseball takes two from Illinois State
April 30, 2024
The dugout celebrates Howell's grand slam.
PHOTOS: Racers Baseball celebrate their alumni with a weekend series win over Illinois State
April 30, 2024
Senior guard Terence Harcum defends a Utah Valley player.
PHOTOS: Racers lose to Utah Valley in final second
November 26, 2024
Men's basketball falls in final second to Utah Valley
Men’s basketball falls in final second to Utah Valley
November 25, 2024
Women's Basketball pick up second win of season against Memphis
Women’s Basketball pick up second win of season against Memphis
November 25, 2024
Racers can’t finish after first half lead against No. 7 LSU
Racers can’t finish after first half lead against No. 7 LSU
November 19, 2024
Photo by Stephen Furst
Lindsay’s 27 leads men’s basketball over Middle Tennessee
November 17, 2024
Cross country teams wrap up season at NCAA Southeast Regionals
November 17, 2024
Cross Country places ninth and 11th at MVC Championships
November 5, 2024
Cross Country squads strong on the road
October 21, 2024
Freshmen lead Cross Country to top finishes
October 7, 2024
Murray State men’s and women’s cross country teams huddle up before their respective meets. (Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics)
Cross Country teams set the pace for the 2024 season with third and fourth-place finishes
September 3, 2024
Head coach Jody Wright answers questions at the postgame press conference.
Football comes up short against Kentucky
November 19, 2024
Football drops Senior Day clash against Missouri State
Football drops Senior Day clash against Missouri State
November 11, 2024
Head coach Jody Wright in disbelief after a call from the referee.
Football’s struggles continue, lose to #3 South Dakota State
November 5, 2024
Sophomore defensive back Esteban Guillory tackles a NDSU receiver.
PHOTOS: Racers fall short against No. 1 ranked North Dakota State
October 29, 2024
Football falls in North Dakota State's first trip to Murray
Football falls in North Dakota State’s first trip to Murray
October 29, 2024
Women's Golf places third in The Robbie
Women’s Golf places third in The Robbie
October 28, 2024
Photo courtesy of Dave Winder/Murray State Athletics
Men’s golf finishes ninth in the Outer Banks
October 23, 2024
Senior Trey Lewis hits out of the bunker.
PHOTOS: Racers win “The Buddy” Championship
October 22, 2024
Freshman Tina Von Arx hits out of the bunker.
Women’s golf places 11th at Red Wolves Classic
October 16, 2024
Dave Winder/ Murray State Athletics
Men’s golf wins “The Buddy” championship
October 16, 2024
Competitive spirt thrives in Intramurals
October 17, 2024
Students play pickleball in the Wellness Center. (Photo courtesy of Travis Rawe)
Spring intramurals available amid pandemic
February 3, 2021
Murray State is planning to offer typical spring intramural sports in 2021 after having to cancel sports like softball and flag football in the fall. (Photo courtesy of Murray State)
Intramural sports roll on: intramural sports continue play during the pandemic.
November 4, 2020
Registration for fall intramural sports is open via imleagues.com
New fall intramural sports offered
August 26, 2020
Savannah Sawyer || The News
Murray State prepares to help students maintain healthy lifestyle amidst pandemic
July 27, 2020
Rifle finishes second in Lexington
November 17, 2024
Rifle goes 2-0 in Columbus
November 5, 2024
Rifle bests Morehead State in OVC clash
October 21, 2024
Rifle wins season opener against UT Martin
October 7, 2024
Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics.
Preview: Fall sports get rolling
August 17, 2023
Sports Spotlight: Murray State Soccer
Sports Spotlight: Murray State Soccer
November 14, 2024
The Murray State Women's Soccer team gathers postgame after tying with Missouri State University 0-0.
RECAP: Soccer finishes regular season; misses MVC Tournament
October 27, 2024
Junior forward Mary Hardy and freshman midfielder Natalie Miller celebrate with Sydney Etter after her goal.
PHOTOS: Racers go 1-1 in final two home matches
October 23, 2024
Sophomore forward Sydney Etter fights for possession of the ball.
RECAP: Soccer splits last two home games
October 22, 2024
Soccer searches for first conference win
October 17, 2024
Freshman shortstop Parker Holcombe tags out a Belmont runner at second.
PHOTOS: Racers Softball win first game then lose second in double header against Belmont
April 17, 2024
Senior Lily Fischer and the dugout celebrate a safe call from the umpire.
PHOTOS: Racers Softball drop weekend series against Drake after second game walk off
April 15, 2024
The Racers softball team in the dugout during the game.
PHOTOS: Racers Softball struggle in two day weekend series
April 8, 2024
The team in front of the dugout before the game. The team wore green on Sunday for St. Patricks day.
PHOTOS: Racers Softball wins series over UIC
March 19, 2024
Sophomore pitcher Bre Haislip high-fives Assistant Coach Zack Parsons.
PHOTOS: Softballs shines at Velvet Milkman Classic
February 28, 2024
Women’s head coach Rechelle Turner looks toward the bench in disappointment during the Racers’ game against the Belmont Bruins.
Opinion: What’s the wage gap at Murray State?
March 14, 2024
Redshirt sophomore quarterback DJ Williams tucks the ball and runs for a first down.
Commentary: Offense shines, defense falters
October 12, 2023
Murray State's time in the OVC is coming to a close and it is time for the university to make a move elsewhere. Photo courtesy of Dave Winder/Racer Athletics.
Jakob’s Take: Murray State’s time in the OVC is up
October 6, 2021
Kobe Bryant walks through a tunnel to the locker room in a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. (Photo courtesy of @TopDawgEnt/Twitter)
Lakers legend gone too soon: Kobe Bryant, daughter and seven others killed in helicopter crash
February 3, 2020
Gauging Gage: Student-athletes can profit off of their likeness: Here’s what the NCAA isn’t telling us
Gauging Gage: Student-athletes can profit off of their likeness: Here’s what the NCAA isn’t telling us
October 31, 2019
Yantko unveils CFSB Center renovation plans
Yantko unveils CFSB Center renovation plans
September 13, 2024
Redshirt freshman guard Zoe Stewart defends an Indiana State player.
Former women’s basketball player arrested
May 3, 2024
Senior sprinter Lucia Herrero Yanez running a relay during a Murray State home meet.
Student athletes battle through mental illness
April 11, 2024
Former Murray State linebacker Quincy Williams after being drafted by the Jaguars in 2019.
Former Racer receives NFL All-Pro honors
January 25, 2024
The Murray State women's basketball team poses with Head Coach Rechelle Turner after her 100th win. Photo courtesy of David Eaton/Racer Athletics.
Turner gets 100th win at Murray State
January 25, 2024
Campigotto picks up 100th career win as Tennis concludes fall season
November 5, 2024
The Murray State tennis team following their win over Valparaiso. Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics.
Tennis bring home three MVC titles at Fall Championships
October 7, 2024
The Murray State tennis team celebrates its placement in the 2024 NCAA Tournament bracket.
Tennis goes dancing in NCAA Tournament
May 1, 2024
The Murray State tennis team following their win over Valparaiso. Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics.
Tennis wins MVC regular season championship
April 25, 2024
Senior Anja Loncarevic makes a strong two-handed return during a set in the OVC Tournament match against Austin Peay. (Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics)
Tennis falls to Austin Peay in OVC Tournament
April 29, 2021
Sophomore thrower Alexis Meloche won the javelin event at the Jim Green Invitational hosted by UK. Photo courtesy of Ben Nichols.
Track and field preps for conference meet
May 4, 2023
A pair of Racer runners compete in the Kentucky Invitational. (Photo courtesy of UK Athletic Media Relations)
Track finishes outdoor season at Kentucky Invitational
May 5, 2021
Sophomore Meghan Fletcher took first place in the high jump at the Margaret Simmons Invite. (Photo courtesy of Justine Ertl/Racer Athletics)
Racers take first place, relay teams dazzle at Margaret Simmons Invite
March 31, 2021
Junior distance runner Emma Creviston competed in the steeplechase competition. (Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics)
Track competes in Bill Cornell Invite
March 24, 2021
Junior Brooke Misukonis competes in the pole vault at the Marshall Invite. (Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics)
Racers tally four first-place finishes, eight personal records at Marshall Invite
February 14, 2021
Volleyball swept by Belmont in final regular season game
Volleyball swept by Belmont in final regular season game
November 19, 2024
The Racers beat the Bulldogs in three sets: 25-19 in the first, 25-19 in the second and 25-16 in the final. || Kylie Townsend//The News
RECAP: Volleyball loses last two home games of season
November 17, 2024
The team celebrates scoring a crucial point.
Volleyball goes 2-0 on trip to Indiana
November 11, 2024
The Racers in disbelief after the point is awarded to Valparaiso.
RECAP: Volleyball goes 0-2 vs Iowa schools
November 5, 2024
Murray State celebrates after a play.
RECAP: Volleyball goes 2-0 over weekend
October 28, 2024
Racer Band marches in the Homecoming Parade.
Sports Spotlight: A backstage look at Racer Band
October 1, 2024
Don’t want to be a couch potato? Go to the park
Don’t want to be a couch potato? Go to the park
September 12, 2024
The 48th annual Racer Round-up Rodeo was held at the Cherry Expo Center on Nov. 16-18. The championship rounds of all events were held on Saturday, Nov. 18.
PHOTOS: Murray State hosts 48th annual Racer Round-up Rodeo
November 27, 2023
Photo courtesy of Paige Bold.
Murray State cancels university-sponsored travel for fall semester
July 29, 2020
Photo courtesy of Paige Bold.
Murray State announces guidelines for the upcoming fall semester
July 29, 2020
Students enrolled in ART 111 collaborate to create a cluster of installations on three floors in the Price Doyle Fine Arts building.
Fine Arts paper installation highlights studio practice course
November 27, 2024
Research essay selected by Purdue University's academic journal to give overview on the essay two years in the making.
Student teacher duo present on academic essay
November 18, 2024
Sudoku solution
November 14, 2024
New Orleans: The party city through unfiltered eyes
November 14, 2024
Hunter keeps her Choctaw heritage alive by remembering the culture and history of the Choctaw tribe. Photo courtesy of Bri Hunter.
Choctaw culture: A history of perseverance
November 14, 2024
Professor urges campus community to report worrying viral trend rhetoric
Professor urges campus community to report worrying viral trend rhetoric
November 14, 2024
Canvas deadline will hurt students’ school-life balance
Canvas deadline will hurt students’ school-life balance
November 14, 2024
Column: Democrats take massive L
November 14, 2024
Kentucky shows interesting divide
Kentucky shows interesting divide
November 14, 2024
Vote "No" on Amendment 2
Vote “No” on Amendment 2
October 31, 2024
Photo of Todd Snider from his Instagram account @toddsniderlive.
The News Reviews: ‘Crank It, We’re Doomed’
November 16, 2023
An image of a Hawaiian sunset created by Adobe's AI program, Adobe Firefly.
Our View: AI Can Not Replace the Brain
August 24, 2023
Our view: Twitter Blue risks safety of users
Our view: Twitter Blue risks safety of users
May 4, 2023
Our view: Children need to be in school, not working at stockyards
Our view: Children need to be in school, not working at stockyards
April 27, 2023
Our View: Young candidates need the opportunity to shine
Our View: Young candidates need the opportunity to shine
April 20, 2023
Professor urges campus community to report worrying viral trend rhetoric
Professor urges campus community to report worrying viral trend rhetoric
November 14, 2024
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
March 7, 2024
Letter to the Editor 11/14/19
Letter to the Editor 11/14/19
November 14, 2019
Letter to Editor 10-24-19
Letter to Editor 10-24-19
October 26, 2019
Letter to the Editor 9-14-17
September 14, 2017
Senior guard Terence Harcum defends a Utah Valley player.
PHOTOS: Racers lose to Utah Valley in final second
November 26, 2024
VIDEO: A look back behind the scenes of Racer Band
November 19, 2024
Voters fill out ballots at the CFSB Center.
PHOTOS: Election 2024
November 6, 2024
Sophomore defensive back Esteban Guillory tackles a NDSU receiver.
PHOTOS: Racers fall short against No. 1 ranked North Dakota State
October 29, 2024
Senior guard JaCobi Wood smiles while signing autographs with Destiny Thomas and Nick Ellington.
PHOTOS: Racer Mania 2024
October 28, 2024
VIDEO: A look back behind the scenes of Racer Band
November 19, 2024
Austin Kozuszek started his college career at Murray State as a computer science major, but he followed his passion into making music.
From computer science to music business: Austin’s story
October 25, 2024
VIDEO: Murray State TV student combines passion for cooking, videography
May 4, 2024
VIDEO: Lovett Live returns after pandemic absence
April 26, 2024
VIDEO: Guse family launches fundraiser
April 17, 2024

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Jakob Milani

Jakob Milani, Sports Editor

Jakob Milani is all about sports. He joined the staff of The Murray State News in 2020 as a sports writer, assigned to women’s basketball, and by fall 2021 was named Sports Editor. He is a dedicated lover of all things Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears related, and loves to talk about all things sports. He is a co-host of “The Iron Grid” podcast with fellow sports writer Ronan Summers, and only ever watches ESPN in his down time. Aside from sports, Jakob also has a passion for music and baking. His favorite artists include Nirvana, Travis Scott, and Queen. His favorite item to bake is cheesecake.

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Redshirt freshman guard Zoe Stewart defends an Indiana State player.

Former women’s basketball player arrested

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
May 3, 2024
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Senior forward Chloe Barnthouse cheers on her teammates while on the bench. Barnthouse totaled 14 goals and three assists during her time at Murray State.

Senior athletes leave their final notes

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-in-Chief/Sports Editor
May 2, 2024
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The Murray State tennis team celebrates its placement in the 2024 NCAA Tournament bracket.

[Photo] Tennis goes dancing in NCAA Tournament

Ronan Summers, Staff Writer
May 1, 2024
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The Murray State tennis team following their win over Valparaiso. Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics.

Tennis wins MVC regular season championship

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
April 25, 2024
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Redshirt junior outfielder Jonathan Hogart hits a home run.

Baseball tops Bellarmine in mid-week matchup

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
April 25, 2024
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Senior sprinter Lucia Herrero Yanez running a relay during a Murray State home meet.

Student athletes battle through mental illness

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-in-Chief/Sports Editor
April 11, 2024
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Racer Dining made a post on socials featuring this graphic.

Alarms cause evacuation at Curris Center

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
April 1, 2024
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Grande released her seventh album 'eternal sunshine' on March 8. Photo by Emma Sheehan, usable under creative commons license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/)

Ariana Grande’s ‘eternal sunshine’

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor in Chief/ Sports Editor
March 14, 2024
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Women’s head coach Rechelle Turner looks toward the bench in disappointment during the Racers’ game against the Belmont Bruins.

Opinion: What’s the wage gap at Murray State?

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
March 14, 2024
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The Racers’ bench explodes in celebration after a play from freshman guard Zoe Stewart.

[Photo] PREVIEW: Racers go hooping in the Heartland

Ronan Summers, Staff Writer
March 14, 2024
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Junior guard JaCobi Wood makes a move around a Missouri State defender.

Racers’ season ends in St. Louis

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
March 8, 2024
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Senior Quincy Anderson goes for a layup over a Belmont defender.

PREVIEW: Murray State shoots for first MVC title

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
March 7, 2024
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[Photo] PHOTOS: Women’s Basketball wins over the Sycamores on senior night

Kristopher Fister, Photographer
March 5, 2024
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Senior Qunicy Anderson and junior Nick Ellington try and block a shot from Belmont player Malik Dia.

Belmont spoils Racers’ senior night

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
March 1, 2024
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Junior Cayson Conner chases after Drake Bulldog Taylor McAulay.

Best Athlete: Cayson Conner

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
February 23, 2024
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Members of the team get to together during a game.

PREVIEW: Baseball looks to take MVC crown

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
February 17, 2024
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Junior guard JaCobi Wood during the starting lineup announcements.

[Photo] PHOTOS: Men’s Basketball vs Missouri State

Rebeca Mertins Chiodini, Photo Editor
February 15, 2024
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The crowd celebrates JaCobi Wood's buzzer beater three-point shot.

Ellington scores 23 in Racers’ win over Missouri State

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
February 14, 2024
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Junior forward Nick Ellington puts up a layup.

Wood’s buzzer beater gives Racers win over Evansville

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
February 10, 2024
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An overview shot shows all the Greek organizations at the Greek Night basketball game.

[Photo] PHOTOS: Greek Night

Rebeca Mertins Chiodini, Photo Editor
February 7, 2024
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Junior forward Nick Ellington shoots a layup against an Illinois St. defender.

Mens basketball suffers ‘gut wrenching’ loss

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
February 2, 2024
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Former Murray State linebacker Quincy Williams after being drafted by the Jaguars in 2019.

Former Racer receives NFL All-Pro honors

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
January 25, 2024
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Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics.

Murray State finds new head football coach

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
January 10, 2024
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PODCAST: Sports Ball for Dummies, Ep. 4

Jakob Milani and Ronan Summers
January 3, 2024
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PODCAST: Sports Ball for Dummies, Ep. 3

Jakob Milani and Ronan Summers
January 2, 2024
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Head Coach Dean Hood leads the Racers out before the last home game of the season.

Murray State head football coach retires

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
January 1, 2024
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PODCAST: Sports Ball for Dummies, Ep. 2

Jakob Milani and Ronan Summers
January 1, 2024
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PODCAST: Sports Ball for Dummies, Ep. 1

Jakob Milani and Ronan Summers
December 22, 2023
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Shawn Walker Jr. passes the ball. (Nov. 1)

[Photo] PHOTOS: Racer Athletics Fall 2023 highlights

Rebeca Mertins Chiodini, Photo Editor
January 16, 2024
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Fellow players help up junior guard Brian Moore Jr. after he scores.

Racers end losing streak with win over Bradley

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
December 1, 2023
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The Racers’ starting lineup prepares to be announced before the game.

Basketball looks to take MVC crown

Jakob Milani, Sports Editor/Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 30, 2023
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VIDEO: The Racer Review

Jakob Milani, Co-EIC/Sports Editor
November 15, 2023
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Senior guard Shawn Walker goes up for a dunk.

Ellington, Walker lead way in Racers’ first game

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
November 10, 2023
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Fans cheer at a 1988 game in Racer Arena.

The History of Racer Arena

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-in-Chief/Sports Editor
November 2, 2023
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Junior guard JaCobi Wood drives past a Valparaiso defender to score in the first round of the MVC tournament.

PREVIEW: Men’s team sets high expectations

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-in-Chief/Sports Editor
November 2, 2023
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Cover of Drake's most recent album. Courtesy of Drake's Instagram.

The News Reviews: ‘To All the Dogs’

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor in Chief/ Sports Editor
November 2, 2023
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Senior guard Quincy Anderson puts up a tough shot against a pair of Brescia defenders.

Racers win historic Racer Arena game against Brescia

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
November 1, 2023
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Junior Outside Linebacker Chris Hill Jr. walks off the field after a loss.

Racers lose to Bison, losing streak extends to four

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
October 28, 2023
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Sophomore quarterback DJ Williams shoves off a defender.

PREVIEW: Racers head north to face North Dakota State

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
October 27, 2023
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Junior wide receiver Taylor Shields makes a jumping catch.

Tight battle ends in defeat for Racers

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
October 21, 2023
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Sophomore quarterback DJ Williams shoves off a defender.

PREVIEW: Racers look to bounce back against Missouri State

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
October 19, 2023
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Sophomore quarterback DJ Williams scrambles for a large gain.

Racers’ homecoming spoiled by Salukis’ offense

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
October 17, 2023
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Redshirt junior running back Cortezz Jones rushes toward Indiana State defenders on his way to a first down.

PREVIEW: Football hosts SIU for Homecoming

Jakob Milani, Sports Editor/Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 12, 2023
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Redshirt sophomore quarterback DJ Williams tucks the ball and runs for a first down.

Commentary: Offense shines, defense falters

Jakob Milani, Sports Editor/Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 12, 2023
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Sophomore tight end Cole Rusk makes a catch and runs for a touchdown.

PREVIEW: Football prepares for top-25 matchup

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
October 5, 2023
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Junior running back Cortezz Jones breaks a tackle on his way to the end zone against Middle Tennessee State. Photo courtesy of David Eaton/Racer Athletics.

PREVIEW: Murray State takes on the MVFC

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
September 28, 2023
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Fans get seated for the Racer's 2022 family weekend game.

How teams become family at Murray State

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
September 28, 2023
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Sophomore quarterback DJ Williams (center) runs out for the Racers first game against Presbyterian College.

[Photo] From down and out to back on top

Jonah Morgan, Staff Writer
September 21, 2023
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Graduate defender Saraya Young runs onto the pitch with a Paducah-Tilghman youth player

[Photo] PHOTOS: Murray State Women’s Soccer vs Missouri State

Rebeca Mertins Chiodini, Photo Editor
September 19, 2023
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Junior running back Cortezz Jones breaks a tackle for a big gain.

Football finishes non-conference slate with loss

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
September 16, 2023
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Senior quarterback Eric Phoenix (center) walks off the field after a failed third down conversion.

Racers’ defense unable to stop Louisville

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
September 7, 2023
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Junior running back Cortezz Jones avoids a swipe attempt from Presbyterian's defense.

[Photo] PHOTOS: Racers Football vs Presbyterian College

September 7, 2023
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Sophomore running back Q'Daryius Jennings rushes passed a defender on a big rushing gain.

Preview: Football heads east for in-state matchup

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
September 7, 2023
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The Racers take the field for a home game during the 2022 season. Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics.

Preview: Football hosts 1,000th game

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
August 31, 2023
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Sophomore quarterback DJ Williams steps back in the pocket against Texas Tech University. Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics.

Preview: Football’s road through the MVFC

Jakob Milani, Co-Editor-In-Chief/Sports Editor
August 24, 2023
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Photo by Ed Rode

Editors herald changes at The News

Jill Smith and Jakob Milani
August 18, 2023
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Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics.

Preview: Fall sports get rolling

Jakob Milani, Ronan Summers, and Jonah Morgan
August 17, 2023
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Junior right-handed pitcher Malik Pogue recorded four strikeouts against SEMO as the Racers defeated the Redhawks 5-0. Photo by Rebeca Mertins Chiodini.

Pitching carousel shuts out Redhawks

Jakob Milani, Sports Editor
May 4, 2023
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‘Jackman.’ released on April 28 under Generation Now Atlantic Records. (Album cover courtesy of Spotify)

Jack Harlow dives into personal, reflective rhymes

Jakob Milani, Sports Editor
May 4, 2023
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Sophomore infielder Carson Garner hits a home run to give the Racers an 8-7 win over the North Alabama Lions on Tuesday, April 25. Photo by Rebeca Mertins Chiodini/The News.

Garner’s homer caps mid-week victory

Jakob Milani, Sports Editor
April 27, 2023
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Sophomore infielder Riley Hawthorne gets a hit to bring the winning run home against Alabama A&M. Photo by Rebeca Mertins Chiodini/The News.

Baseball splits pair of one-game matchups

Jakob Milani, Sports Editor
April 20, 2023
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Senior outfielder Seth Gardner had two of the Racers seven hits in their 8-7 loss to the Arkansas State Red Wolves on Tuesday, April 11. Photo by Rebeca Mertins Chiodini/The News.

Baseball comeback falls short on the road

Jakob Milani, Sports Editor
April 13, 2023
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Sophomore infielder Riley Hawthorne catches a pop-fly against the SEMO Redhawks on Tuesday, April 4. Photo by Rebeca Mertins Chiodini/The News.

Win over SEMO elevates baseball over .500

Jakob Milani, Sports Editor
April 6, 2023
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Graduate outfielder Brennan McCullough makes the last catch in the fifth inning. McCullough recorded three hits and a home run against the Austin Peay Governors on Tuesday, March 28. Photo by Rebeca Mertins Chiodini/The News.

Baseball swings for the fences in rivalry game

Jakob Milani, Sports Editor
March 30, 2023
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Junior outfielder Cade Sammons hits a single to bring junior infielder Drew Vogel home, giving the Racers a 1-0 lead. The Racers defeated the Northern Alabama Lions 9-6 on Tuesday, March 14. Photo by Rebeca Mertins Chiodini/The News.

Baseball swings its way to road victory

Jakob Milani, Sports Editor
March 16, 2023
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Freshman left-handed pitcher Ethan Lyke strikes out nine batters in the loss to the UK Wildcats. Photo by Rebeca Mertins Chiodini/The News.

Pitching shines, bats falter for Racers against Kentucky

Jakob Milani, Sports Editor
March 9, 2023
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Junior guard Quincy Anderson puts up a layup against Valparaiso. Anderson finished the game with 18 points against the Beacons. Photo by Rebeca Mertins Chiodini.

Racers shoots the lights out against Beacons

Jakob Milani, Sports Editor
March 3, 2023
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Junior catcher Taylor Howell hits a home run in the first inning in game two against Kent State. Photo by Rebeca Mertins Chiodini/The News.

Kent State sweeps Racers in two games

Jakob Milani, Sports Editor
March 2, 2023
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Murray State players huddle around to watch a Senior Night video on the jumbotron following their victory over Valparaiso on Sunday, Feb. 26. Photo by Rebeca Mertins Chiodini/The News.

Basketball prepares for the “madness”

Jakob Milani, Sports Editor
March 2, 2023
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Sophomore guard Brian Moore breaks down on defense against an Indiana State defender. Moore is averaging 8.5 points per game this season, including a career high against Belmont. Photo by Rebeca Mertins Chiodini/The News.

Basketball looks to finish season with win

Jakob Milani, Sports Editor
February 23, 2023
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Sophomore infielder Carson Garner gives sophomre outfielder Dustin Mercer a high-five after scoring for the Racers against the Skyhawks. Photo by Rebeca Mertins Chiodini/The News.

Hot bats fail to save baseball from 1-3 start

Jakob Milani, Sports Editor
February 23, 2023
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Sophomore forward Kenny White Jr. blocks a shot against the Redbirds in their previous meeting. Photo by Rebeca Mertins Chiodini/The News.

Men’s basketball holds on versus Illinois State

Jakob Milani, Sports Editor
February 15, 2023
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Junior forward DJ Burns puts up a tough layup on his way to 7 points for the Racers against the Drake Bulldogs. Photo by Rebeca Mertins Chiodini/The News.

Racers struggle ahead of final stretch

Jakob Milani, Sports Edior
February 9, 2023
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Sophomore guard Brian Moore Jr. scored a career high 25 points in the Racers win over Belmont on Wednesday, Feb 1. Photo courtesy of David Eaton/Racer Athletics.

Racers narrowly escape Belmont at home

Jakob Milani, Sports Editor
February 2, 2023
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Sophomore guard Brian Moore Jr. led the Racers with 19 points in their loss to Southern Illinois on Tuesday, Jan. 24. Photo by Rebeca Mertins/The News.

Murray State vs SIU: a rivalry reborn

Jakob Milani, Sports Editor
January 26, 2023
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