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Bird Arena: OU's 1st multipurpose center

When Ohio University breaks ground on its planned multipurpose center as early as this summer it won’t be the first time such a facility was planned on campus.

Soccer: Bobcats to remodel squad after 10 senior players graduate

It was a mucky Tuesday afternoon when the Bobcats began filtering into Peden Stadium for a midday practice. Field conditions forced the team to move from its normal practice site and the squad had to share the turf with the football team.

Track & Field: Bobcats hope to improve at MAC Championships

The Bobcats will make the seven-hour trek from Athens to Mount Pleasant, Mich. this week to compete in the three-day Mid-American Conference Championships at Central Michigan.

Baseball: Bobcats slide into 6-game losing streak

It is often said that any day at the ballpark is better than a day at the office. But Ohio has plenty of labor to put in on the diamond before entering its final two Mid-American Conference series during the next two weeks.

Track & Field: 7 is heaven for OU heptathlete

Freshman Chanda Cuckler — sometimes called “CC” for short — was known for her high jumps and hurdles when she competed at Federal Hocking High School. Only a few months after her graduation, she competed in not one, not two, but seven track and field events for the Bobcats.

Softball: Bye could be key for 'Cats at MAC tourney

Ohio achieved one of the goals coach Jodi Hermanek set forth at the beginning of the season, which was to get a top-four seed and a first-round bye in the Mid-American-Conference Tournament.

Baseball: Streaky Ohio slugger slogs through slump

Streaks are commonplace in baseball and can define a season, like Joe DiMaggio’s 56-game hitting streak in 1941. Ohio right fielder Jensen Painter’s season has been defined by a lengthy streak of his own.

Sports column: Ensuring player safety should be a no-brainer for Goodell, NFL

Former All-Pro NFL linebacker Junior Seau died last week from an apparently self-inflicted gunshot wound to the heart — not the head. But beyond the cause of his death, some more questions about his life in the NFL remain.

Track & Field: Bobcats set records in final meet

The Bobcats took home six first-place finishes, along with many improved marks, in their final home meet of the season.

Softball: Wins prime Ohio for tournament

Back-to-back sweeps in Mid-American Conference play have the Bobcats in a prime position heading into the MAC Tournament this week.

Soccer: Slim roster spells defeat by Wright State

Ohio wrapped up its spring season by falling to Wright State 3-0 after the squad was unable to come back from a pair of first-half tallies.    

Softball: 'Cats end regular season on a roll

Ohio coach Jodi Hermanek has been asking her team for timelier hitting and finally got it during the final weekend of the regular season. 

Golf: 'Cats end season with 3rd place finish

A slow start would not derail the Ohio men’s golf team as the Bobcats placed third in the Mid American Conference Tournament this past weekend.

Baseball: Losses diminish division championship dreams

After keeping first place in the Mid-American Conference within striking distance for most of the season, Ohio’s chance at an outright conference crown disappeared in a flash.

Ohio sweeps Bulls, anticipating series against rival Kent State

Softball: Weekend could boost Bobcats' MAC ranking

By honoring its seniors and supporting breast cancer awareness, Ohio’s softball team will have plenty on its mind this weekend. But the Bobcats also will try to keep their eyes on the Mid-American Conference opponents that visit the Ohio Softball Field.

Baseball: Pitch perfect: 'Cats set for vital series

Breathe in. Breathe out. Set. Stride. Throw.

Golf: 'Cats seek to shed underdog status at MAC tourney

When the Bobcats tee off at the Rich Harvest Farms golf course Friday, they’ll aim for a high yield and low scores.

Track and Field: Ohio Open marks final regular season contest

With less than one week left before the Mid-American Conference Championships, the Bobcats make their final push of the regular season by hosting the Ohio Open Friday.

Football: Fifth former 'Cat signs with NFL team in the past week

A.J. Strum and the city of Detroit were never on the same page. Detroit had its Lions, but Strum followed his hometown Pittsburgh Steelers. During his career, Ohio’s football team lost all three of its games at Ford Field.