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Paramore competes for the Eagles in a competition.

[Photo] Klaira Paramore: Navigating Challenges, Striving for Excellence, and Conquering the Fairways

Claudia Adcock, Reporter
April 11, 2024
The Eagle Super Smash Bros. Ultimate team stands together after succeeding in the fall 2023 semester.

[Photo] AU eSports looks to spring semester improvements after up-and-down fall campaign

William Currier, Reporter
January 21, 2024
Eagle sophomore Brendan Beaver was a key pitcher for the team in the 2023 campaign.

[Photo] AU baseball looks to find success in the 2024 spring season

Brett Alberts, Reporter
January 20, 2024
The AU women's basketball bench high-fives forward Zoe Miller after she checks out of the game.

[Photo] AU women’s basketball takes down Trevecca Nazarene, 82-78

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
January 4, 2024
Eagle forward Stefan Stanic runs back down the court after making a defensive play for his team.

[Photo] AU men’s basketball falls to Trojans on the road, 82-71

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
January 5, 2024
The Eagles compete in the 2023 fall season.

[Photo] Michael Snopik Leads the Way for Eagle Cross Country at GMAC Championships 

Jason Basile, Reporter
November 1, 2023
The Eagles competed in its first cross country meet of the 2023-24 season.

[Photo] Eagle cross country gets off and running at the Mike Baumer XC Classic

Jason Basile, Reporter
September 13, 2023
Riki Soto stands at Ferguson Field in his first outing for the Eagles.

[Photo] Eagles fall in home opener against No. 5 Charleston, 3-1

Nicholas Olquin, Social Media Manager
September 1, 2023
Eagle goalkeeper Jillian Rekulak has had a tremendous season in the net so far.

[Photo] Eagle women’s lacrosse falls in conference opener to Walsh Cavaliers

Gage Eldridge, Reporter
April 2, 2023
The Eagle STUNT team throws up a trick in the conference tournament.

[Photo] Eagle STUNT downs Hiram College, 22-3, in conference championship

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
April 1, 2023
Flyer Lily Boldman stands with her POTY award

[Photo] Eagle STUNT takes home Great Midwest Athletic Conference awards

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
March 31, 2023
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[Photo] The history of Eagle basketball in the national championship

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
March 28, 2023
The Eagles impress to start conference play as they build off of hot start and take down Yellowjackets.

[Photo] Eagle baseball downs Yellowjackets 3-1 through four games to open season series

Stephen Struckmann, Reporter
March 27, 2023
The Eagles hoist the GLIAC trophy above their heads during the 2019-2020 season after taking down Grand Valley State.

[Photo] 2020: AU’s women’s basketball’s undefeated season that was never completed

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
March 26, 2023
The Eagles compete at home against the Oilers to start conference play.

[Photo] Eagle baseball begins conference play against Oilers, wins three of four

Stephen Struckmann, Reporter
March 20, 2023
The Eagles celebrate their impressive point scored.

[Photo] Eagle STUNT pushes record to 11-4 with dominating wins on the road

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
March 25, 2023
The Eagles hoist the trophy after winning the National Championship in 2013.

[Photo] The history of AU women’s basketball winning a National Championship

Ethan Jenkins, Reporter
March 23, 2023
Morgan Yoder brings the ball up against the Findlay Oilers in the season-opener.

[Photo] Eagle sophomore guard Morgan Yoder looks to return to play

Olivia Pliske, Reporter
March 22, 2023
Head Coach Kari Pickens talks to starting point guard Morgan Yoder on the sideline.

[Photo] Head Coach Kari Pickens looks for her third National Championship

Brynn Meisse, Features Editor
March 21, 2023
Assistant Coach Kotas walks down the sideline in Kates Gymnasium.

[Photo] Eagle Jenna Kotas named Division II Assistant Coach of the Year

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
March 21, 2023
Assistant Coach Jenna Kotas cheers on the Eagles

[Photo] Eagle assistant coach Jenna Kotas given Thirty Under 30 award

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
March 20, 2023
Chable dribbles the ball up the court for the Eagles.

[Photo] Senior Sam Chable given NCAA Elite 90 award

Ethan Jenkins, Reporter
March 19, 2023
Archive taken from goashlandeagles.com, 2012 Elite Eight

[Photo] The history of Eagle women’s basketball in the Elite Eight

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
March 19, 2023
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[Photo] Eagle women heading to dance in NCAA Division II Elite Eight

Ethan Jenkins, Reporter
March 13, 2023
The Eagles collectively hold the Great Midwest Athletic Conference trophy over their heads.

[Photo] AU men’s basketball officially finishes 2022-2023 season

Olivia Pliske, Reporter
March 15, 2023
The Eagles huddle around coach Foeman in the teams final season contest.

[Photo] AU volleyball Head Coach Kevin Foeman leaves for Division I

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
March 14, 2023
Eagle catcher stands with the ball, about to throw it back to the pitcher.

[Photo] AU softball returns from spring games to prepare for conference opponents

Claudia Adcock, Reporter
March 13, 2023
The Eagles play on the road in the sunny skies of Florida.

[Photo] Eagle baseball finishes long away game hiatus

Stephen Struckmann, Reporter
March 13, 2023
The Eagle bench rejoices after a big time shot is made.

[Photo] Eagle women move on to Midwest Regional Championship

Ethan Jenkins, Reporter
March 11, 2023
Forward Maceo Williams drive inside to make a basket for the Eagles

[Photo] Eagle men fall in opening round of Midwest Regional Tournament

Ethan Jenkins, Reporter
March 11, 2023
The Eagles prepare with a team huddle before a game.

[Photo] Eagle women sneak past Pioneers in opening round of NCAA tournament

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
March 10, 2023
Eagles gear up for NCAA tournament, finish off conference play.

[Photo] Eagle men set to take on Ferris State in opening round

Ethan Jenkins, Reporter
March 10, 2023
The Eagles throw up a STUNT against Kentucky on the road.

[Photo] Eagle STUNT falls to Kentucky and Michigan State over the weekend

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
March 6, 2023
The Eagle men secure the conference championship in defying fashion.

[Photo] AU men’s basketball wins conference title vs. Pioneers

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
March 5, 2023
Transfer guard Savaya Brockington takes a shot for the Eagles as they lead the Pioneers.

[Photo] Eagle women’s basketball set to appear in GMAC Finals for second time

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
March 3, 2023
Guard Brandon Haraway runs out for the beginning of a contest for the Eagles.

[Photo] Eagle men down Chargers for third time in route to championship apperance

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
March 4, 2023
The Eagles prepare for the starting lineups to be announced.

[Photo] AU women’s basketball waltzes past Arrows in GMAC quarter-finals

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
March 1, 2023
Eagle starters sit on the bench preparing for their upcoming contest.

[Photo] Eagle men’s basketball moves on to GMAC semi-final round

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
February 28, 2023
The Eagles look to rely on bench depth in the tournament to give the starters time to breathe in a potential three game week.

[Photo] Eagle men finish season No. 2 in Great Midwest Athletic Conference

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
February 27, 2023
The Eagles celebrate after securing a big point.

[Photo] Eagle STUNT finishes doubleheader weekend with win

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
February 26, 2023
The Eagles look to rely on depth as the postseason hits.

[Photo] Eagle women’s basketball finishes undefeated regular season

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
February 24, 2023
Ashland University's men's basketball team secured a birth in the conference tournament.

[Photo] Eagle men’s basketball falls, 87-80, against Malone Pioneers

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
February 24, 2023
The Eagles showcase their skills in competition.

[Photo] Eagle STUNT team surpasses conference opponents once again

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
February 20, 2023
The Eagles have built an unbreakable bond with a tight-knit culture.

[Photo] Eagles clinch conference and remain undefeated in 83-59 win

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
February 19, 2023
The Eagles, cheer on their teammates in a hard fought contest against the Chargers.

[Photo] Eagles soar past No. 13 nationally ranked Chargers, 80-67

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
February 18, 2023
The Eagles look to finish the season strong with two home games before going on the road to face the Trojans in the season finale.

[Photo] Haraway’s game winner seals 84-82 win over Yellowjackets

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
February 16, 2023
The Eagles look to keep their undefeated streak strong as they head into a highly anticipated home-stand.

[Photo] Eagle women’s basketball downs the Yellowjackets, 107-83

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
February 16, 2023
Eagle women's golf gears up for a strong showing in the spring.

[Photo] AU women’s golf is swinging strong into the spring season

Claudia Adcock, Reporter
February 15, 2023
Pictured are forwards Maceo Williams, James Manns and Stefan Stanic, all contributors for the Eagles.

[Photo] AU men’s basketball gears up for contest against Ohio Dominican

Olivia Pliske, Reporter
February 11, 2023
Eagle Head Coach Cayleb Paulino has found recent success with the team, winning two conference championships.

[Photo] Eagle women soccer prepares for spring recruitment

Gage Eldridge, Reporter
February 14, 2023
Pictured are STUNT seniors Karlee Rice, Kayla Pitts, Shila Hartzler and Kaylee Reed.

[Photo] Eagle STUNT team leaps past season opener opponents

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
February 12, 2023
Forward Zoe Miller runs back down the court after making a basket against the Findlay Oilers.

[Photo] No. 1 ranked Eagles weave past Arrows in 93-56 win

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
February 9, 2023
Eagle women and men prepare for conference postseason.

The Eagles fall to the Wilberforce Bulldogs in a tight-knit contest at home.

[Photo] Eagle men upset by Wilberforce, 86-85, in nail-biter

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
February 6, 2023
Eagle guard Savaya Brockington scored 1,000 career points

[Photo] Undefeated Eagles take down Lake Erie Storm, 81-44

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
February 5, 2023
The Eagles remain atop the Division II power rankings as March slowly approaches.

[Photo] Eagle women’s basketball topples Hillsdale, 94-60, on the road

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
February 3, 2023
The Eagles now look to return to home on Feb. 4, against the Lake Erie Storm.

[Photo] Eagle men’s basketball mounts upset over Hillsdale, 82-73

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
February 3, 2023
The Eagles shake hands with their opponents after a tough game.

[Photo] AU men’s basketball gears up for the final stretch

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
February 2, 2023
The Eagles look to the Great Midwest Athletic Conference championships in coming weeks.

[Photo] AU swim team finishes regular season, now looks to postseason

Gage Eldridge, Reporter
February 1, 2023
With a redefined defensive strategy, and an undefeated record, the Eagles prepare for the regular season to come to a close.

[Photo] AU women’s basketball prepares for final seven contests

Ethan Jenkins, Reporter
January 31, 2023
The Eagles look to build around it's new young core in the 2022-2023 season.

[Photo] Eagle baseball rounds the final base until season begins

Stephen Struckmann, Reporter
January 29, 2023
The Eagles battled hard to separate themselves from the Dragons down the stretch.

[Photo] AU women’s basketball pulls off stunner, 79-63, against Tiffin

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
January 23, 2023
The Archers made challenge grants to offer improvements at the AU baseball complex and the construction of the new softball stadium. The softball and baseball stadiums are part of the Archer Ballpark Complex.

[Photo] How AU and Ashland community have been blessed by the Archers

Brynn Meisse, Features Editor
January 22, 2023
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[Photo] Eagle women’s lacrosse prepares for 2022-2023 season

Gage Eldridge, Reporter
January 21, 2023
The Ashland Eagle men's basketball team has worked hard to reach a 12-5 record.

[Photo] AU men’s basketball waltzes past conference rival, 83-64

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
January 20, 2023
The Eagles look to open up non-conference play on Feb. 25

[Photo] Eagle baseball prepares for 2022-2023 campaign

Stephen Struckmann, Reporter
January 18, 2023
The Eagles, with a fresh starting lineup, sit towards the top of the GMAC table.

[Photo] Eagle men basketball return back home to take on Findlay

Olivia Pliske, Reporter
January 17, 2023
The Eagles started their season with eight home contests, with 12 remaining, they have just four more.

[Photo] AU women’s basketball stays at No. 1 in the nation

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
January 10, 2023
The Eagles have showcased immense talent as they sit No. 2 in the nation.

[Photo] Eagle women take down West Liberty in final nonconference contest

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
December 31, 2022
The Eagles finish off 2022 on a five game win streak as they prepare for their second-to-last nonconference game against Miami-Hamilton.

[Photo] Eagle men take down Wayne State on the road, 81-70

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
December 30, 2022
The Eagles have been led by senior forward Annie Roshak.

[Photo] AU women’s basketball remains undefeated with 77-49 win

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
December 29, 2022
The Eagles continue to compete in the 2022-2023 season

[Photo] Eagle wrestling sits No. 17 in the nation

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
December 27, 2022
The Eagles continue to showcase young talent and a bright future atop the conference standings.

[Photo] AU men’s basketball prepares to travel to Wayne State

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
December 26, 2022
The Eagles have relied on a deep bench to make sure the starters stay rested.

[Photo] AU women’s basketball prepares for non conference Michigan Tech

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
December 25, 2022
Eagle guard Macy Spielman continues to provide a spark off the bench in the 2022-2023 season.

[Photo] AU women’s basketball protects undefeated record with Christmas break wins

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
December 24, 2022
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[Photo] AU basketball sees extended rest until after Christmas

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
December 20, 2022
Eagles see senior forward Ethan Conley (pictured) take on a new role as a leader and three point shooter for this new-look team.

[Photo] AU men’s basketball downs Trojans, 82-42

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
December 19, 2022
The Eagles see forward Victor Searls continue to lead the charge for the 2022-2023 Eagles.

[Photo] AU men’s basketball stuns Kentucky Wesleyan, 78-69

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
December 18, 2022
Eagle guard Hallie Heidemann takes a long three point shot against the Cavaliers.

[Photo] AU Women’s basketball moves back to No. 2 ranking in the country

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
December 14, 2022
Eagle junior Gavin Weaver prepares for contest against No. 9 nationally ranked opponent.

[Photo] Junior wrestler Gavin Weaver lands GMAC POTW honors

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
December 12, 2022
Heidemann continues to shine with the Eagles in her 5th-year with the program.

[Photo] Eagle guard, Hallie Heidemann, announced as finalist for Wooden Citizenship Cup

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
December 7, 2022
The Eagles, with a deep rotation, have had a strong season up until this point.

[Photo] Women’s basketball sits No. 3 in the country

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
November 27, 2022
Goalkeeper Bri Rogers and midfielder Avery Rosso embrace one another after a hard fought game.

[Photo] Women’s soccer falls to Ferris State in NCAA Division II Regional Tournament

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
November 10, 2022
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[Photo] Golf teams led by newfound youth

Nate Powalie, Sports Columnist
October 8, 2021
Senior Abby Moser runs the 6K. At the Tiffelberg Open, Moser finished in third place.

[Photo] Cross Country team small in numbers, but remain mighty

Matthew Butcher, Reporter
October 8, 2021
Senior Stuart Brdicka prapares to hit a ball at ITA Regionals. Brdicka was seeded 11th and went 2-2 against his opponents.

[Photo] AU tennis wraps up fall season with spring in mind

Ben Voelker
October 8, 2021
Senior Karlee Pireu pictured above.

[Photo] Karlee Pireu coming back with fifth year eligibility

Jordann Lopata
March 29, 2021
Members of the softball team pictured above.

[Photo] Softball team ready for final GLIAC season

Jordann Lopata
March 14, 2021
Priyank Soni pictured above.

[Photo] Men’s tennis rolls into new season

Nate Powalie, Sports Columnist
March 14, 2021
Men's basketball team poses for photo after winning the GLIAC title.

[Photo] Men’s basketball team wins first GLIAC tournament championship

Dean Paolucci, Reporter
March 14, 2021
Trevor Bassitt pictured above with trophy.

[Photo] Bassitt gears up for big meet in Alabama

Wes Seyfang
March 14, 2021
Redshirt senior Brooke Peiffer pictured above.

[Photo] AU volleyball team determined to make it to the GLIAC tournament

Lewis Markham, AU-TV 20 SPORTS PRODUCER
March 14, 2021
Fan cutouts for games in Kate's gymnasium pictured above.

[Photo] No fans allowed inspires AU fan cutouts inside Kates gymnasium

Niko Scarlatos
February 21, 2021
AU women's swim and dive team prepares for competition in the 2022-2023 season.

[Photo] AU swim and dive team gears up for GLIAC meet

Ben Voelker
February 21, 2021
Coach Devin Holiday pictured above.

[Photo] AU football welcomes new secondary football coach

Jordann Lopata
February 21, 2021
Senior Annie Roshak concentrates before shooting a free throw.

[Photo] Roshak shines as natural leader for AU women’s basketball team

Niko Scarlatos
February 5, 2021
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