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The Student News Site of University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma

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The Drovers emptied their dugout to celebrate with Sierra Selfridge after her game-winning at bat against OCU.

Selfridge Ends Extras with a Walk-Off

Preston Palm, Contributing Writer March 22, 2023

Tuesday night featured one of the season's biggest matchups for USAO’s softball team (19-7, 9-1 SAC), who came into the two-game series ranked #8. The Drovers faced the #6 ranked Oklahoma City University...

Jadyn Goucher keps her eyes on third base and she slides under the arm of CCCs third baseman.

Drovers are Feeling LUCKY!

Preston Palm, Contributing Writer March 20, 2023

This past weekend, #8 USAO (18-6, 8-0 SAC) took on a conference opponent in Central Christian College (CCC) (7-17, 3-9 SAC). After the fourth game concluded, the Drovers have an all-time record of 20-0...

Senior guard, Langston Gaither shoots over his defender in a game earlier this season.

Francis’ Eighth Season Concludes in SAC Quarterfinals

Preston Palm, Contributing Writer March 13, 2023

USAO’s men’s basketball season came to a close on February 23rd in a close loss against Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU). While the season ended in disappointment, there were a lot...

Jessica Palmer, one of USAOs senior players, puts up a free throw in a game earlier in the season.

Comets Shoot Past Drovers in First Round

Preston Palm, Contributing Writer March 8, 2023

USAO (23-7, 17-5 SAC) entered the NAIA Women’s Basketball National Championship tournament as the #7 seed. The Drovers played their first-round matchup against #10 seeded Mayville State University (MSU)...

USAOs second baseman, Sierra Selfridge tags a Raven baserunner as she slides into second base.

Gregory Earns Second Shut-Out in Second Game

Preston Palm, Contributing Writer March 7, 2023

USAO’s softball team (12-6, 2-0 SAC), ranked third, hosted their last non-conference double-header Monday evening against the Benedictine Ravens (7-7, 0-0 HAAC). The first game started rather slow...

Senior Caleb Smith tees off and aims for the fairway in this round of golf.

Drovers Swing into Spring Season at Shawnee

Caleb Smith, Contributing Writer March 2, 2023

The Drover’s men’s golf team is back in a groove this spring season with the Swinging Eagle Invitational in Shawnee, OK. After surviving a tornado which passed a quarter of mile away and knocked out...

Sierra Selfridge, USAOs second baseman, holds the ball in her glove after earning her team its third out against OLLU.

OLLU Bests Drovers at the Plate

Preston Palm, Contributing Writer March 1, 2023

USAO’s softball team went into Tuesday’s series with a record of 5-3, visiting the Droevrs were the Saints of Our Lady of the Lake University (OLLU), who came into the contest with a 12-4 record. The...

Pitcher, Boone Lasater attempts to pick-off the Bulldog on first base with a throw to Peyton McDowall.

Drovers Send Bulldogs to the Doghouse (Photo Essay)

Preston Palm, Contributing Writer February 27, 2023

This past weekend the #19 ranked USAO (10-6, 0-0 SAC) faced off in a three-game series against McPherson College (6-6, 0-0 KCAC). The Drovers came into this weekend with an 8-6 record going into their...

In the first half against SAGU, Cejay Mann drives to the basket looking to score.

A Battle from Behind the Arc

Preston Palm, Contributing Writer February 24, 2023

The Drovers entered Thursday’s game as the #4 seed in the SAC tournament, riding a three-game win streak. USAO’s opponent tonight was the #5 seed Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU). USAO...

Diaka Berete shoots over her SCU defender, while her teammate, Lainey Morrow, posts up against her defender.

Eagles Fly Away with First Round Victory

Preston Palm, Contributing Writer February 24, 2023

The women's SAC basketball tournament kicked off Thursday, February 23rd, with USAO entering the night as the #3 seed in the tournament. The Drovers were matched up against the #6 seed, Southwestern Christian...

Reed Butz completes a pitch Sunday afternoon against #5 Bellvue University.

Baseball Bounces Back at Home Opener (Photo Essay)

Emily Loughridge, Editor-in-Chief February 20, 2023

USAO’s baseball program (8-5) hosted Friends University (4-6) and #5 Bellvue University (4-2) for a three-day series. After the Cajun Collision, #19 USAO were looking to get back on top. After three...

Jadyn Goucher shows her excitement after shooting a ball into the outfield for a double.

Softball Swipes Three Victories in Home Opener (Photo Essay)

Emily Loughridge, Editor-in-Chief February 19, 2023

USAO’s softball program (5-3) hosted their first home games of the season this weekend. Cottey College (5-3) and Missouri Baptist University (MBU) (7-3) both travelled from Missouri to take on the Drovers. The...

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