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The Panthers will face the Golden Gophers on September 3, broadcast on Peacock, marking the second meeting since their 2014 loss and kicking off a busy slate of games.
The conference and its broadcast partners have revealed the start times for Oklahoma State's first three games of the 2026 season, highlighting a historic opening at Tulsa, the first home game under head coach Eric Morris, and the program's first meeting with Murray State.
Murray State University has added Pavle Nikolic, a 6‑foot‑8 forward from Serbia, to its men’s basketball roster. The move follows a standout season in the Adriatic League and brings international experience to the team.
The Eastern Kentucky University women's basketball program announced the signing of Brooke Nichelson, a 5‑foot‑11 guard whose high school dominance at North Laurel and Murray State has already turned heads across the region.
The Cowboys have added nearly five dozen players this offseason, retaining core veterans while losing several top contributors and welcoming new quarterback Tyler Hughes and defensive tackle Ja'Quan Redfern.
In a tightly contested Missouri Valley Conference Tournament game, Murray State edged No. 2 seed Indiana State 3‑2 before a crowd of 2,753 at Johnny Reagan Field, with Jacob Hustedde and Kainen Jorge delivering the decisive performances.
A late-inning rally led by Kainen Jorge lifts Murray State past Indiana State, ending Carter Beck's on-base streak and highlighting strong performances from Ryan Karst and Caden Miller.
Murray State finalizes a non‑conference schedule that blends renewals of long‑standing rivalries with first‑time matchups against power‑conference opponents, featuring notable guarantee payouts and neutral‑site contests.
In a recent interview, Kansas State assistant coach Phil Cunningham reflected on the program’s legacy, the work ethic he brings, and the promise of the 2026‑27 roster.
Murray State’s baseball squad, seeded third, begins its quest for consecutive MVC titles at home, with key pitchers Nic Schutte and Jacob Hustedde leading the charge.
Lockwood topped the Missouri Valley Conference in innings pitched for the second consecutive year, threw four complete games, and captured the Valparaiso Male Performance of the Year Award, while teammates Riley and Schembra were also recognized.
The University of Evansville’s baseball team clinches a tournament berth with a 13-11 conference record, setting up an opening match against Southern Illinois in the Missouri Valley Conference tournament.
The University of Evansville baseball team opened its series against Murray State with a 10‑6 win, driven by Reagan Reeder's triple, home run and four RBIs and a dominant relief effort from Kevin Reed.
The University of Evansville baseball team wraps up its regular season with a three‑game series against the Murray State Racers, honoring six seniors while securing a spot in the MVC Tournament.
The Beacons conclude their 2026 campaign with a three‑game set against Southern Illinois, highlighting senior achievements, key player milestones, and a look toward next season.