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Sophomore Finn Krueger waiting to substitute in for a teammate.

Men’s Soccer takes on Central Methodist University

Story by Zach Reeder, Staff Writer November 3, 2020

The men’s soccer team met their match on Saturday night against the #1 ranked team in the NAIA in the Central Methodist University Eagles. The Wildcats came in winners of two straight matches, but the...

The Wildcats defeated CMU to remain undefeated.

Wildcats defeat CMU to remain undefeated

Story by Makenzie Musgrove, Sports Editor November 2, 2020

The Baker Wildcat football team hosted the Central Methodist University Eagles at Liston Stadium as the Wildcats celebrated and honored their seniors on senior day. The Wildcats defeated the Eagles...

Tim Byers speaking at his last lecture, Sometimes you have to leave to be home.

Students reflect on Last Lecture message given by Tim Byers

Story by Maya Hodison, Writer October 18, 2020

With the title “Sometimes You Have to Leave to Be Home,” Cross Country Head Coach Tim Byers gave his speech as part of The Last Lecture Series at Baker on Oct. 5. The lecture was held in Rice Auditorium...

Womens tennis celebrates after their doubles win against Missouri Valley

Baker Tennis kicks off season at home

Story by Zach Reeder, Staff Writer October 7, 2020

The Baker Tennis team was in action this last weekend at home against William Jewell and Missouri Valley in their first true head-to-head matches of the year. The Wildcats enjoyed some early season success...

Marco Aguinaga led the Wildcats to a commanding win over the Clarke University Pride for their second straight win.

Wildcats dominate Clarke University

Story by Makenzie Musgrove, Sports Editor October 3, 2020

The Baker University football team traveled to Dubuque, Iowa to take on the Clarke University Pride and came away with the win, 57-3. The Wildcats were the first to put points on the board with a touchdown...

Updated guidelines for October allow Baker Students, staff and faculty to attend home sporting events.

Limited spectators permitted to attend home sporting events

Story by Makenzie Musgrove, Sports Editor October 2, 2020

Baker University has announced that home sporting events at Collins Center and Liston Stadium will now be open to Baker students, faculty and staff. There will be no outside guests permitted to attend. There...

The Baker Wildcats mens soccer team looks to get above .500 going into the next competitions.

Men’s and women’s soccer battle Ravens and Vikings

Story by Zach Reeder, Staff Writer September 29, 2020

The men’s and women’s soccer teams continued their seasons this last week with two more games each. On Wednesday, both teams visited the Benedictine College Ravens. Saturday the Wildcats home opener...

Offensive lineman Evan Bishop runs with the Baker football team in their iconic entrance through an inflated helmet.

Baker University Football wins season opener

Story by Makenzie Musgrove, Sports Editor September 27, 2020

The Baker University Wildcats football team opened their season against the Peru State College Bobcats at Liston Stadium after their first two games had been postponed due to COVID-19 safety precautions. The...

Baker University Football to allow spectators at home opener

Baker University Football to allow spectators at home opener

Story by Makenzie Musgrove, Sports Editor September 24, 2020

After previously announcing that no spectators would be allowed to attend sporting events on campus, Baker University  President Lynne Murray sent an email updating the protocol for upcoming sporting...

Sophomore Taylor Kile contributed with seven kills for the Wildcats against the Crusaders to open the season.

Volleyball falls in season opener

Story by Makenzie Musgrove, Sports Editor September 17, 2020

The Baker University Women’s Volleyball team opened their season in Springfield, Mo. at Evangel University against the Crusaders. The undefeated Crusaders were too much to handle for the Wildcats...

Baker University alters sports spectator policies

Baker University alters sports spectator policies

Story by Makenzie Musgrove, Sports Editor September 17, 2020

Baker University Athletics has announced new policies regarding spectators for athletic events hosted by Baker University due to COVID-19 safety concerns. As a preventative measure in response to the...

Baker Wildcat football players have returned to workouts hosted at Liston Stadium in order to promote social distancing during strength and conditioning exercises.

Baker University Football follows guidelines while beginning preseason workouts

Story by Makenzie Musgrove, Sports Editor July 10, 2020

The Baker Wildcat football team returned to the Baldwin City campus on June 22 to begin their preseason workouts after months at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Even though the student athletes are...

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