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Football wins fifth straight

Football wins fifth straight

Story by Makenzie Musgrove, Sports Editor November 6, 2019

The Baker University Wildcat football team went into Fayette, Mo. on a four-game winning streak and extended it to five after defeating the Central Methodist University Eagles 41-14. After being forced...

Junior Marco Aguinaga under center to receive the snap from center and junior Tyrus Bergeron. Aguinaga completes 15 of 21 attempts for 186 yards against MNU.

Baker Football beats MNU

Story by Makenzie Musgrove, Sports Editor October 21, 2019

The no. 24 Baker University Wildcats opened up play in the Heart of America South Division by facing no.23 ranked MidAmerica Nazarene Pioneers at Liston Stadium. The Wildcats controlled every facet of...

Football Homecoming v. Clarke University

Football Homecoming v. Clarke University

Story by Justin Toumberlin, Photo Editor October 6, 2019

The no. 24 ranked Baker University Wildcats easily handled the Clarke University Pride as the Wildcats defeated the Pride 60-6 on Homecoming Weekend. The Pride received the ball to start the game,...

Baker Football falls to William Penn University

Baker Football falls to William Penn University

Story by Makenzie Musgrove, Sports Editor September 22, 2019

The Wildcats football team hosted William Penn University Statesmen at Liston Stadium during Baker University’s Family Weekend. The Wildcats started off strong, scoring midway through the first quarter...

Wildcats defeat Graceland

Wildcats defeat Graceland

Story by Makenzie Musgrove, Sports Editor September 18, 2019

After a tough loss to Grandview last week, the Wildcats got back on track with a big win over the Graceland University Yellow Jackets. The Wildcats went ahead on the first drive after a 77-yard run...

Sophomore Sam Huckabee gaining yards at the game last Saturday.

Wildcats fall to Grand View

Story by Makenzie Musgrove, Sports Editor September 10, 2019

The no. 8 ranked Baker University Wildcats football team hosted the no. 12 ranked Grandview University Vikings in the home opener at Liston Stadium this past Saturday on September 7, 2019. The Vikings...

Logan Brettell rolls out of the pocket during the Leicester Falcons preseason game against the Oxford Saints on March 24. Brettell, Quanzee Johnson and Clarence Clark are continuing their education and football careers at the University of Derby.

Football alumni continue careers in UK

Story by Sarah Day, News Editor April 15, 2019

Baker University is well known for its football team and several star players. For most, the journey ends after senior year. However, graduates Logan Brettell, Clarence Clark and Quanzee Johnson are continuing...

Assistant Coach Jason Thoren takes over as interim head football coach after 15 seasons with the Wildcats. Thoren is a contender in the national search for a permanent head coach.

Grossner terminated as head football coach: Thoren set to lead through interim role

Story by Jenna Black, Editor in Chief February 15, 2019

Head Football Coach Mike Grossner will no longer serve as the leader of the Baker football program. President Lynne Murray and the athletic department announced the termination of Grossner on Jan. 22....

Defensive senior leaders (right to left) Clay Drouillard, Indie Allen, Landon Decker and Kegan Schumann cheer on the offensive unit as they march down the field on the first drive of the game.

Wildcats dominate Missouri Valley Vikings

Story by Justin Toumberlin, Assistant Photo Editor November 7, 2018

The Wildcats run through the Missouri Valley Vikings Nov. 3 at Liston Stadium with a 73-14 victory. Sophomore JD Woods ran for 284 yards and four touchdowns and sophomore Marco Aquinaga collected 219 total...

Freshman Don Hammers and the Wildcats stare down their rival, Benedictine College from inside an inflatable helmet as they enter Liston Stadium.

Football falls to Benedictine at homecoming

Story by Alex Fortuna and Jenna Black October 1, 2018

The No. 11 Wildcats took on No. 16 Benedictine College for the homecoming game Sept. 29. Baker fell short to the Benedictine Ravens 23-12. The Ravens beat the ‘Cats on the ground as two different running...

Junior Nate McLaurin greeted the opposing team before the coin flip. The Wildcats won the coin flip and the game began at 1:05 p.m. on Nov. 18.

Football ends season in first round

Story by Bailey Conklin, Sports Editor November 27, 2017

The Baker football team ended Saturday in an NAIA-FCS first round 36-33 loss to Georgetown College. The Baker Wildcats end their season with a 10-2 record, while Georgetown improves to 10-1 and moves...

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