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Wesley Seyfang

Wes is a photographer for practically every sport on AU's campus. Give him a follow @seyfangsportsmedia on Instagram.

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The Eagles and Panthers went toe-to-toe against one another in the 2022-23 season in Week Seven, with the Eagles pulling off a 14-7 nail-biting win.

[Photo] Eagles bounce back on the road, taking down Panthers in 20-6 contest

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
September 30, 2023
Quarterback Trevor Bycznski throws a pass in the regular season finale against Kentucky Wesleyan in the 2022 fall season.

[Photo] Eagle football looks for quarterback successor to Brenner

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
August 15, 2023
Eagle linebacker Michael Ayers plays infront of his home crowd at Jack Miller Stadium for AU.

[Photo] Former Eagle linebacker Michael Ayers signs with Seahawks

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
April 29, 2023
Eagle guard Brandon Haraway slams home a massive dunk down the stretch of the contest.

[Photo] Eagle men’s basketball impresses against Lake Erie, 79-74

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
February 5, 2023
The Eagles fall in Pennsylvania to IUP as they finish the season ranked No. 13 in the nation.

[Photo] Eagle football finishes impressive season with No. 13 national rank

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
December 28, 2022
The Eagles put their stamp on the season both athletically and academically.

[Photo] AU offensive tackle brings in third All-Academic American honor

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
December 22, 2022
Eagles Michael Ayers declares for NFL Draft

[Photo] Eagle linebacker Michael Ayers declares for 2023 NFL Draft

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
December 13, 2022
The Health center doors are closed off to students and only open for scheduled appointments.

Health Center complaints rise over fall semester

Wesley Seyfang
December 9, 2022
Violent Night movie poster.

Movie Review: Violent Night

Wesley Seyfang
December 5, 2022
The Monkeypox vaccine has been proven to be effective in treating the rare disease

Monkeypox Vaccine deemed a public health emergency

Wesley Seyfang
December 3, 2022
The Eagles season officially comes to a close with a 19-13 lost to IUP in the second round of the NCAA Division II Postseason Tournament.

[Photo] AU Eagles fall 19-13 against IUP

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
November 26, 2022
The Eagles saved the receipts and comments from those who doubted them.

[Photo] Ashland downs Notre Dame, 20-13, in playoff opener

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
November 19, 2022
Eagles have clinched the NCAA Division II Postseason Tournament with their 41-10 win over the Panthers in the season finale.

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The FSL Lip Sync fundraising event promotional image.

FSL Lip Sync to be in full swing in 2022

Wesley Seyfang
November 18, 2022
Eagles see linebacker Michael Ayers lead the way for a No. 13 national ranking.

[Photo] Eagles move up to No. 13 in national ranking

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
November 7, 2022
Eagles down Storm and look to final regular season matchup this Saturday.

[Photo] Eagle football rebounds with 31-23 win over Lake Erie

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
November 5, 2022
Head Coach Lee Owens expects his team to play week-to-week and not look ahead to the future. Composure and confidence has been preached as the season has gone on.

[Photo] Eagle football team prepares for Lake Erie Storm on the road

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
November 4, 2022

Spoiler-Free Spooks: Halloween Ends

Wesley Seyfang
October 31, 2022
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[Photo] AU’s star linebacker Michael Ayers and his developing career

Mackenzie Pflum, Reporter
October 31, 2022
Brenner awaits a snap in the game against the Chargers.

[Photo] Eagles lose undefeated streak in 36-20 loss to Chargers

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
October 30, 2022
Eagles sit at 7-0 heading into a conference match against the Hillsdale Chargers. Pictured is linebacker Michael Ayers and safety Jourdan Swett.

[Photo] Eagles prepare to bring back Traveling Trophy vs. Chargers

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
October 28, 2022
Eagles down Dragons 28-20 for first place in the conference standings.

[Photo] Eagles soar past Dragons, 28-20, for first in GMAC

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
October 22, 2022
Safety Justin Moore has blown up coverages left and right this season.

[Photo] Eagle football prepares for Homecoming weekend competition

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
October 21, 2022
The trophies for each category

Banana Splittin’ Contest sees wild year in competition

Wesley Seyfang
October 21, 2022
Wideout Garrett Turnbaugh lit up the field with 100 yards and a touchdown against the Panthers.

[Photo] Listen: AU Football Week Eight press conference

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
October 18, 2022
Sophomore Riely Weiss studying for classes and is stressed over the workload.

Do students believe their mental health is valued by AU staff

Wesley Seyfang
October 17, 2022
Jeffrey Barnett breaks out in dominating fashion to secure 14-7 win over Panthers.

[Photo] Eagle football downs Ohio Dominican, 14-7

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
October 15, 2022
Star linebacker Michael Ayers looks to continue making a case for GMAC DPOTY in 2022.

[Photo] AU football looks to take on Ohio Dominican at home

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
October 14, 2022
The Eagles have been phenomenal this season at a record of 5-0.

[Photo] Listen: AU Football Week Seven press conference

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
October 11, 2022
Eagles sit at No. 6 in the nation for two consecutive weeks in a row.

[Photo] The Eagles remain No. 6 in the country

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
October 10, 2022
The Eagles down the Cavaliers by a score of 35-0 in Week Six of the 2022-2023 season.

[Photo] AU football holds Walsh scoreless in 35-0 win

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
October 8, 2022
Quarterback Austin Brenner lines up for a snap against the Northwood Timberwolves in Week Five of the 2022-2023 season.

[Photo] Eagle football team set to take on Walsh Cavaliers

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
October 7, 2022
Brenner continues to defy the odds each day he steps onto the football field.

[Photo] Austin Brenner and his miraculous character

Mackenzie Pflum, Reporter
October 5, 2022
Eric Chesser performs at fanfest tailgate

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One of the band members performing on stage

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Eric Chesser looking out at crowd

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Cheerleaders enjoying the concert

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Cheerleaders watching Eric Chesser perform

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[Photo] AU men’s soccer continues to roll with 4-2 win

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
October 4, 2022
The Eagles lineup before their GMAC contest against the Timberwolves in Week Five.

[Photo] Listen: AU Football Week Six press conference

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
October 4, 2022
The Eagles now sit as the No. 6 team in Division II.

[Photo] AU football ranked No. 6 in the nation

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
October 3, 2022
Eric Chesser performed on the campus of Ashland University to a crowd of students.

Eric Chesser performs at AU fan fest

Wesley Seyfang
October 2, 2022
The Eagles pulled off a dominating 56-17 victory against the Timberwolves in Week Five of the season.

[Photo] Eagles win at home, 56-17, against Northwood

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
October 1, 2022
Brenner scrambles for a first down against the Hawks in Week Four.

[Photo] Brenner named finalist for William V. Campbell Trophy

Ethan Jenkins, Reporter
September 28, 2022
AU kicker A.J. Rhodes lines up to take a field goal in the contest against the Quincy Hawks.

[Photo] Listen: AU Football Week Five press conference

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
September 27, 2022
Sophomore Patrick Blubaugh takes the hand-off against Quincy in Week Four.

[Photo] AU Football now ranked No. 9 in the nation

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
September 26, 2022
The Eagles defeated the Quincy Hawks on Sept. 24 by a score of 34-14. Sophomore transfer Trevor Bycznski hands off the ball to tailback Patrick Blubaugh

[Photo] AU downs Quincy, 34-14, to stay undefeated

Cade Cracas, Sports & Digital Editor
September 24, 2022
Trevor Bassitt stands infront of the Eagle faithful in the opening football game of the 2022 season. Bassitt stands with a silver and bronze medal around his neck.

[Photo] Two Eagles named 2021-2022 Student-Athlete of the Year

Ethan Jenkins, Reporter
September 7, 2022
Trevor Bassitt stands infront of the Eagle faithful in the opening football game of the 2022 season.

[Photo] The future of AU’s most recent Team USA star

Ethan Jenkins, Reporter
September 7, 2022
Jordyn Severns and Kaitlyn Carney celebrate scoring runs for their team putting Ashland up 2-1 in the third inning.

A recap of AU softball team double header

Wesley Seyfang
April 23, 2022
Junior Kaylee Reed smiles after successfully completing part of her routine.

STUNT’S first season a success

Wesley Seyfang
April 22, 2022

419NOCKS

Wesley Seyfang
April 13, 2022

419NOCKS Episode 2

Wesley Seyfang
April 1, 2022
Head coach Lee Owens speaking to his team after practice. Owens, gave a speech on role models giving you the drive and desire to keep the intensity going no matter what you are going through in life.

AU football prepares for spring game

Wesley Seyfang
March 28, 2022

419Nocks episode 1

Wesley Seyfang
March 25, 2022

Fortnite players win cash from tournament

Wesley Seyfang
November 19, 2021

Eagles self implode in 20-17 loss

Wesley Seyfang
November 8, 2021

XC prepares for NCAA meet

Wesley Seyfang
November 6, 2021
Last season, led by freshman goalkeeper Maddie Dolenga, the women’s soccer team takes the field with confidence as they hold an undefeated conference record. In 2022, they look to continue their program dominance.

[Photo] Men’s soccer fights for GMAC spot, women set to host

Mackenzie Pflum, Reporter
November 6, 2021
The then freshman quarterback Trent Maddox stepped up as a leader for the Eagles. In the teams win against Hillsdale, Maddox went 11-for-24 with 154 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception en route to a 28-17 win against the Chargers.

[Photo] Maddox emerging as leader for Eagles

Ben Voelker
November 6, 2021

Eagles win their last home game of the season

Wesley Seyfang
October 31, 2021
Austin Brenner cheers for his teammates and is awarded the game ball after a hard fought battle between Ashland and Lake Erie.

Eagles Win an Emotional Homecoming Game over Lake Erie

Wesley Seyfang
October 25, 2021

AU football prepares for homecoming game

Wesley Seyfang
October 22, 2021

Ashland University football team falls short to Tiffin

Wesley Seyfang
October 17, 2021

Ashland falls to Ohio Dominican in tough loss

Wesley Seyfang
October 10, 2021

Wrestling champion returns to coach at AU

Wesley Seyfang
October 8, 2021

AU vs. Walsh game recap

Wesley Seyfang
October 1, 2021

Ashland dominates Quincy in blow out victory

Wesley Seyfang
September 27, 2021

AU football looking for first win following bye week

Wesley Seyfang
September 24, 2021

New Esports Facility

Wesley Seyfang
September 12, 2021
The Dwight Schar College of Nursing is located in Mansfield, Ohio.

Schar College of Nursing ranked top 100 in Nursing Schools Almanac

Wesley Seyfang
February 5, 2021
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