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The Baker Orange

Baker University Student News Media

The Baker Orange

Junior Defensive back Thad Metcalfe celebrates a pass deflection against Benedictine.

Wildcat football falls to Benedictine on Senior Day

Story by Landon Cory, Staff Photographer October 30, 2023

The #21 Baker Wildcats (6-2) dropped a tough one on Saturday, Oct. 28, falling to the #14 Benedictine Ravens (7-2), 30-6, on a cold and rainy senior day. Before the game, the Wildcats and their...

Josh Kock has been working as the university's weights and conditioning coach since the summer of 2022.

Josh Kock: Baker’s first full-time strength and conditioning coach

Story by Brett Gamber, Staff Writer February 24, 2023

Josh Kock, Baker alumnus and former football assistant coach, was invited to be the university's first strength and conditioning coach in the summer of 2022. Less than a year later, he's been working hard...

2023 Super Bowl Predictions

2023 Super Bowl Predictions

Story by Nicole Merical, Radio Host February 20, 2023

In this episode, Nicole Merical talks about the upcoming 2023 Super Bowl and what to keep an eye out for during the game. https://soundcloud.com/user-145819082/2023-super-bowl-predictions?si=d1d7aa1e31fc44b884ac35e5d123c501&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

The Baker Football Team plays against Clarke University on Sept. 24 at 1 p.m. with a losing score of 20-19. The game took place at Liston Stadium and featured the Homecoming coronation during halftime.

Football loses homecoming game to Clarke University

Story by Leah Van Weelden, Graphic Designer September 30, 2022

On Sept. 24, the Baker football team faced off against Clarke University on Homecoming Day and fell just short of a victory, due to a late push in the fourth quarter by the Clarke Pride resulting in a...

The Chiefs loss to Bengals means that they will not be playing in the Super Bowl this year. The Bengals will face off against the Rams in Super Bowl LVI on Sunday Feb. 13 at 5:30 p.m.

Chiefs 2021 season: a recap

Story by Emiliano Navarro, Staff Writer February 12, 2022

With the 2021 NFL season coming to a close on Sunday, Feb. 13, students have been reflecting on the end of the Kansas City Chiefs season. This season, the Chiefs made it to their fourth straight conference...

Freshman Phillip Vesta gets set at the line of scrimmage preparing to make the next defensive play.

Wildcat Football excels with a win over MidAmerica Nazarene

Story by Cierra Bryant, Photographer October 19, 2021

This past weekend, the Baker Wildcats football team took on the MidAmerica Nazarene Pirates. The game started off slow but quickly picked up after an interceptions and the Baker defense picking up...

The Baker Wildcats enter the field for the start of the game against the Graceland Yellow Jackets on Oct 2.

Wildcat Football wins over Yellow Jackets

Story by Cierra Bryant, Photographer October 4, 2021

Homecoming weekend started off with a bang as the Baker Wildcats football team wins over the Graceland Yellow Jackets with a final score of 58-7. With two lightning delays before half, the Wildcats...

Senior JD Woods broke the NAIA record for touchdowns while playing William Penn University where Baker won 47-21.

JD Woods sets two new NAIA rushing records

Story by Gabriel Lopez, Staff Writer September 26, 2021

On Saturday, Sept. 4 senior JD Woods set a new National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) rushing touchdown record as Baker defeated William Penn 47-21. Woods finished the day with four rushing...

Freshman Connor Keith helps sack the quarterback on the fourth down to get the ball back.

Baker Football beats Peru State 33-3

Story by Cierra Bryant, Writer September 20, 2021

Baldwin City had an exciting weekend at Liston filled with lots of family and Baker fans. Family day was in full swing on Saturday, Sept. 18, with student life tailgating and concession stand snacks...

Former Baker student Caleb Addington 21, died on Aug. 12. He is remembered for his eagerness to help others and his dedication to his friends and family.

Remembering Caleb Addington

Story by Maya Hodison, News Editor September 13, 2021

Former Baker University student Caleb Addington, 21, died on Aug. 12, leaving a void in the lives of everyone who cherished his bright spirit. Family, friends, the Baker community and all those who loved...

Freshman Kicker Devin Derousse attempts a field goal after a Baker touchdown.

Wildcats defeat Olivet Nazarene 59-54

Story by Kenzie Kuhlmann, Photographer April 19, 2021

Senior Quarterback Marco Aguinaga hands off the ball to Senior Running Back JD Woods.

Wildcat Football defeats Olivet Nazarene in round one of championship series

Story by Cierra Bryant, Writer April 19, 2021

On Apr. 17, the Baker Wildcats were able to punch their ticket to the second round of the NAIA Football Championship Series by beating Olivet Nazarene 59-54. The game started off with  five turnovers...

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