Athletic News

God Had Bigger Plans: Ish Smith and the Journey to Olympic Baseball

March 11, 2019

On July 31, 1984, Robert “Ish” Smith ’57 stepped out of his office in Dodger Stadium and walked up the ramp to a thrilling sight: 44 thousand spectators filled the stadium, eagerly awaiting the first pitch of the Summer Olympics baseball tournament.

The Passing of Orley Herron, Past G.U. President

February 15, 2019

Dr. Orley R. Herron Jr., seventh president of Greenville University, left an indelible mark on the institution.

From Green to Great: Four Years of Men’s Volleyball at G.U.

February 07, 2019

The 2018-2019 school year marks the end of an era as five special G.U. men’s volleyball players prepare to pass the torch to the next generation.

G.U. Offers Scholarships for Competitive Esports

February 05, 2019

Greenville University recently announced the availability of scholarships for qualifying students who participate in its competitive online gaming teams or game streaming corps.

G.U. Coach Brian Patton to join NCCAA Hall of Fame on May 30

January 17, 2019

Greenville University head men's and women's cross country and track and field coach Brian Patton will be inducted into the NCCAA Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2019.

Women's Volleyball, Men's Soccer, and Men's Cross Country Take Top SLIAC Honors

November 07, 2018

Greenville University realized a trifecta of Panther victories in recent days as three teams took conference honors.

The Panther-Cardinal Connection

October 26, 2018

Greenville University Panthers are finding their way into major league baseball operations through the St. Louis Cardinals organization, and the match between G.U. talent and Cardinals' needs seems to fit like a glove . . . a custom-tailored MLB glove at that.

Not Just a Gym: Career, Calling and The “Y”

June 05, 2018

Could working for an exercise facility be considered a calling? It is for John Heater ’01, who has worked for the service-minded YMCA organization since he was 15.

National Recognition Times Two for Senior Lindsay Burton

May 07, 2018

The National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA) has recognized senior Lindsay Burton as the recipient of its 2018 Heart of Courage Award. But that's not the only national recognition the future teacher has garnered . . .

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