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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

When a team plays at home, in front of its own fans and in the comfort of its own arena or stadium, there are very few feelings that match it. Few arenas...

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

Murray State basketball fans were treated to a show Wednesday night as the Racers defeated the Brescia Bearcats in Racer Arena 90-69. It was the first...

The Racers look to turn the season around in the series against UT Martin at Racer Arena. (Photo courtesy of Racer Athletics)

Racers return home to face UT Martin

February 27, 2021

Rachel Essner Contributing Writer [email protected] The Murray State volleyball team will return to the Racer Arena to take on UT Martin...

Murray State volleyball will open 2021 on Sunday, Feb. 6 against Tennessee State at the Racer Arena. (Photo courtesy of Dan Hasko/Racer Athletics)

Volleyball set to take on Tennessee State to start 2021

February 2, 2021

Rachel Essner Contributing Writer [email protected] The Murray State volleyball team will have its season opener against Tennessee State...

Photo by Kory Savage/The News
The team cheers after defeating Belmont in the OVC Tournament Championship Nov 20.

Volleyball advances to NCAA

December 5, 2014

After hosting and winning the OVC Tournament Championship in Racer Arena, the women’s volleyball team is prepared to face Illinois tonight in the first...

Kory Savage/The News

Racers claim OVC Championship title

November 24, 2014

For the first time since 2003, the Racer Volleyball team has claimed the OVC Championship tournament. With the winning point, the team fell to the...

Head coach David Schwepker instructs his team during a home game. || Photo courtesy of Sports Information

Volleyball remains optimistic despite tough road losses

October 10, 2012

Head Coach David Schwepker has high hopes for Murray State, even after two losses on the road last weekend. Despite incredibly close sets and several...

Head coach David Schwepker said the way the volleyball team adapted to the opponents’ play helped them last weekend. || Erin Amos/Contributing photographer

Racers end weekend with 1-2 OVC record

September 27, 2012

After a trying first weekend at home, the Racer Volleyball team is well-prepared for a difficult season. Murray State gained a 3-0 win in its first...

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