Tate Ivanyo arrived at Anderson University as a soft-spoken freshman with a love for basketball and a desire to give his all in every facet of college. Four years later, he prepares to walk away as the 2025 men’s basketball Jostens Trophy recipient—a national honor recognizing excellence in athletics, academics, and service. The award, presented annually by the Rotary Club of Salem, Virginia, honors the top Division III men’s and women’s basketball players in the nation. According to the … [Read more...]
Ravens Advance to HCAC Semifinals with Gritty Wins
Both Anderson University basketball teams are moving on in the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference (HCAC) Tournament after hard-fought quarterfinal victories on Saturday at O.C. Lewis Gymnasium. The No. 1-seeded men’s team survived an upset bid to defeat No. 8 Manchester 72-65, while the No. 4-seeded women’s team secured a 63-58 win over No. 5 Franklin.Anderson’s men started the game against the Spartans on the back foot, unable to create separation in the first half. Their offense … [Read more...]
Ravens men’s hoops aiming for historic HCAC three-peat
A feature article by Miles Morey The Anderson University men’s basketball team is in the midst of another historic season during the 2024-25 campaign.The Ravens have won nine of their last 10 games, the sole defeat coming to Division I foe Ball State. The surge has placed AU firmly atop the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference standings at 15-3 and 10-1 overall, with the most recent triumph coming Saturday at Mount St. Joseph. Coach Carter Collins’ squad is aiming for the regular season … [Read more...]
Anderson University triumphs over Oberlin College in 20-6 victory
On Sep. 14, 2024, AU achieved a significant 20-6 victory over Oberlin College in a football game characterized by pivotal moments and standout performances. The match commenced with Oberlin College taking an early lead following a 59-yard touchdown pass in the first quarter. Nevertheless, AU demonstrated notable resilience and strategic acumen as the game unfolded. During the third and fourth quarters, Anderson's offense and defense became increasingly effective. The Ravens scored three … [Read more...]
Men’s basketball comments on being HCAC Tournament champions
The Anderson University men’s basketball team has earned the title of back-to-back HCAC tournament champions. With a decisive win against Hanover College, the Ravens have made history. The atmosphere among the crowd was both tense and radiating with anticipation, the mood being set by the ever reactive and rambunctious student section. However, the crowd wasn’t the only group leaving their all out there. Tate Ivanyo, a junior at AU and first team all conference player, said, “It was an … [Read more...]
An unlikely factor sets the men’s basketball team apart
Excitement is in the air for the men’s basketball team. With the regular season wrapping up, the HCAC conference tournament comes swinging around. The men’s basketball team had finished the regular season with a 20-4 record and a 10 game winning streak, making them the favorite for the HCAC The Ravens are ranked No. 4 regionally. With that comes the anticipation of hosting the HCAC Conference Tournament and are favored for tournament victory. If team chemistry has anything to do with it, … [Read more...]
The “Raven way” is the future of the football program
On a Tuesday afternoon, the AU football room is buzzing with activity. Players lounge on couches or sit at the table, computers out, grinding away on schoolwork. Coaches commune in the head coach’s office to watch film, the door swung wide open to be a part of the larger room. A countdown to the next game ticks away, creating a sense of urgency and hype. Every week in AU football is different, but Head Coach Johnathan Coddington prepares by watching game film of their opponents. Then, coaches … [Read more...]
Meet Caleb Savage
As the school year begins to shift into its routine for returning students, one is certain to see more than a few unfamiliar faces in the crowd. However, those new to campus may find the first few weeks daunting. With time, dedication and the occasional bit of help, though, many of these new Ravens will soon be thinking of campus as their second home. Take the experience of freshman Caleb Savage for example. “I heard about [Anderson University] from a friend who was originally going to … [Read more...]
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Men’s basketball makes history
The Anderson University Men’s Basketball team is headed to the NCAA Division III national tournament for the first time in the school’s history. The tournament starts this weekend, with 64 teams competing for a national championship. Coach Carter Collins, who is in his first year as interim head coach at AU said that a team needs talent, a little bit of luck and belief to become a national champion team. His players have had that belief all year long. He said, “There wasn't … [Read more...]