The Texas Woman’s University Softball team recently went head to head against the Western New Mexico Mustangs Friday, April 26. Pitcher Bailey Turner kept the Mustangs from scoring most of the game, however her efforts were not enough. The Pioneers ended up taking the “L” with a score of 2-0. Even though the game was
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Oakleys award ceremony celebrates student-athletes
TWU basketball coach throws first pitch at Rangers game
Texas Woman’s University recently had a “Night with the Rangers” at Globe Life Park in Arlington on April 15. Pioneers were given the chance to purchase a ticket and celebrate the Texas Rangers with an evening filled with activities, baseball and more. A notable event from the night was watching TWU’s basketball coach Beth Jillson throw the
TWU softball receives largest donation in university history
Texas Woman’s University’s softball team has recently been granted the single greatest donation that TWU Athletics has ever received in the history of the university. February 22, TWU officials made the announcement at a Board of Regents meeting that the TWU softball program had received a gift of $500,000 from a living TWU alumni and softball
Bria Northrop named Athlete of the Month
Every month, TWU Athletics recognizes one student athlete for going above and beyond in their field. For this month, the honor was given to junior health studies major Bria Northrop. Northrop is currently a part of the TWU gymnastics team but was competing in the gymnastics world with Fuzion Gymnastics before she signed on
TWU sports struggle to stay on top
Texas Woman’s University’s Pioneer Softball team took a 4-3 win over the Oklahoma Christian Eagles Monday, Feb. 11. Their close call in Oklahoma City prepared their minds for conference play that started Friday, Feb. 15 against A&M-Kingsville. However, the Pioneers still fell to the undefeated Javelinas 9-1 in their first game against A&M-Kingsville. Saturday, Feb. 16, the Softball
Moody recognized as student-athlete of the month
Basketball gains ground after slow start to the season
With two wins in the past week, Texas Woman’s University Basketball is progressing on their win-loss ratio after overcoming their seven-streak loss with a win against Cameron University Saturday, Jan. 19 and a one-point loss to Eastern New Mexico Thursday, Jan. 24. The Pioneers traveled to Canyon Saturday, Jan. 26 to take on the
Pioneers dominate at weekend quad meet, discuss outlook for season
The TWU Gymnastics team came out on top over the weekend quad meet at Denton’s Kitty Magee Arena, scoring a 194.300 in their best performance of the season. Sunday, Jan. 27, the Pioneers faced off against three rivals in the first home-based quad meet of the season. Centenary College, the University of Wisconsin-Stout and the
Lady Pioneers overcome the odds
Last week, the TWU basketball team took on the challenge of breaking a seven-game losing streak. Going into a tug of war match during overtime, the final scoreboard was indefinite. However, with the odds stacked against them and the stakes high, the Pioneers pulled through with a 72-70 triumph over Cameron University’s Lady Aggies
Pioneers finish 1-3 after weekend game
Weekend basketball got off to an exciting start with a Saturday win for the Pioneers, but ultimately ended in disappointment. Saturday, Nov. 17 marked the Pioneers’ first victory of the season, with TWU defeating West Alabama 70-56 on the first day of the Hilton Garden Inn Pioneer Classic. After a disappointing
Outback Steakhouse to host Maroon and White luncheon
Outback Steakhouse and the TWU athletics department have worked together since 2003 to hold Maroon and White Luncheons that support student athletes. These luncheons are what bring the community together, allow student athletes and coaches to answer questions some might have and to show support for those working hard at TWU.
Soccer and Volleyball Update
Soccer and volleyball updates
Consecutive Soccer Shutouts The Pioneers’ most recent games have earned them points towards their standing in the Lone Star Conference. After playing at home , Oct. 3, the Pioneers made a quick turnaround to play Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls Friday, Oct. 5. Their Friday night game earned them
TWU volleyball struggles in away-games
Over the weekend, TWU’s volleyball team played two out-of-town games, and it is ready for two more games here in Denton this next weekend. Last Friday, the team played against Western New Mexico in Silver City where it lost 2-3, ending its five-game winning streak. Although the team came into
Player Spotlight: Meet Lauren Bradford
TWU wins 3-1 in weekend tournament
The South-Central Classic saw the Pioneers volleyball team continue its winning streak as it went 3-1 for the second weekend in a row. TWU defeated East Central and Southeastern Oklahoma State in the Durant, Oklahoma volleyball tournament Sept. 1, climbing to 6-2 overall. This season's opening matches show TWU's capability of