Baseball

Phoenix Split the Doubleheader with Freed-Hardeman

HENDERSON, Tenn.-- Cumberland baseball splits their Mid-South Conference doubleheader with Freed-Hardeman for their first conference loss of the season.


Women's Track & Field

Idamadudu records Fastest 100m and 200m in NAIA; Phoenix take Fourth

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--Cumberland Women's track and field team finished in an impressive fourth place out of 14 teams, earning 97 points in total at the UAB Spring Invite.


Men's Volleyball

Men's Volleyball Falls to Georgetown in MSC Championship

Bowling Green, Ky.-- The Phoenix gave it their all but ultimately fell short of the Mid-South Conference championship title with a 0-3 loss to Georgetown.


Men's Tennis

No. 18 Patriots upsets No. 12 Cumberland 5-2

LEBANON, Tenn.--No. 18 University of the Cumberlands upended No. 12 Cumberland to snap the Phoenix's seven-match win streak and blemish their conference record.


Men's Track & Field

Phoenix Men's T&F wins UAB Spring Invite

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--Cumberland Men's Track and Field team put on a phenomenal performance at the UAB Spring Invite, taking down several NCAA Division I programs to emerge victorious. Led by standout performances from several athletes, the Phoenix shined all weekend picking up 26 Top 8 finishes at the meet.


Women's Tennis

No. 8 Patriots defeats Cumberland in Singles, 5-2

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland started off strong in doubles, but No. 8 University of the Cumberlands stood tall in singles to take down the Phoenix 5-2 on a windy day in Lebanon.


Men's Volleyball

Men's Volleyball Defeats Thomas More 3-1 in MSC Semifinals

Bowling Green, Ky.-- Cumberland handles Thomas More in four to move onto the Mid-South Conference Championship. Despite dropping the first, the Phoenix improved in every aspect of the game to take the next three sets.


Women's Track & Field

Women's Track & Field Start Strong at UAB Spring Invite

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--Cumberland women's track & field has a strong start to the UAB Spring Invite sitting in fourth place with 30 points trailing just UAB, Troy, and Jacksonville State.


Men's Track & Field

Men's T&F in Second at UAB Spring Invite

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--Cumberland men's track & field had a strong day one to pick up 48 points and sit in second place through six events of the UAB Spring Invite trailing just NCAA Division I Arkansas State.


Women's Golf

Women's Golf ranked No. 14 in NAIA Top 25

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland Women's Golf checks in at No. 14 in the fourth NAIA Top 25 Coaches' Poll of the 2022-23 season, announced by the NAIA this afternoon.


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Cumberland lands at No.41 in LEARFIELD Directors' Cup Standings

LEBANON, Tenn.--After the completeion of the winter championships, Cumberland University Athletics lands at No. 41 in the NAIA LEARFIELD Directors' Cup standings.


Men's Volleyball

Ginnings named Back-to-Back DOY; Six named All-Conference

LEBANON, Tenn.--Caleb Ginnings repeats as Defensive Player of the Year while six Phoenix are recognized for All-Conference accolades. Luka Ilic, Jordan Pierce, and Christian Lester earned First Team All-Mid-South and Kaden Kuehler, Codville Rogers, and Caleb Ginnings earned Second Team All-Conference.


Softball

Phoenix Softball splits with Lane in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn.--Cumberland softball lost in a pitcher's duel in game one, but bounced back to get a 3-2 win and splut the day on the road at Lane.


Baseball

Milligan Cools Phoenix Bats with 7-2 Win

ELIZABETHTOWN, Tenn.--Milligan cools Cumberland's bats to sweep the season series over the Phoenix with a 7-2 win on the road.


Baseball

Weekend Series at Freed-Hardeman altered with Friday Rain

LEBANON, Tenn.--This upcoming Mid-South Conference series on the road at Freed-Hardeman has been altered due to rain in the forecast for the Southeast region.


Men's Tennis

Cumberland Men's Tennis remains No. 12 in NAIA Top 25

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland Men's Tennis remains the No. 12 team in the NAIA in the newest edition of the NAIA Top 25 Coaches' Polls, released on Wednesday by the national office.


Women's Golf

Women's Golf Finishes 14th at Music City Classic

HERMITAGE, Tenn.--Cumberland women's golf wraps up the Music City Classic in 14th place at Hermitage Golf Course.


Women's Golf

Women's Golf Opened up Day One of Music City Classic

HERMITAGE, Tenn.--Cumberland women's golf opened up the first day of the Music City Classic sitting in 14th after 36 holes. The tournament features 13 of the Top 25 schools in the NAIA with addition of NCAA Division I program Belmont.


Softball

Cumberland Softball Sweeps MSC Player of the Week Awards

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Cumberland softball sweeps the Mid-South Conference Players of the Week honors, as Bailey Griffith is named the Pitcher of the Week and Anna Lay garners Player of the Week recognition.


Baseball

Phoenix Sweep MSC Baseball Player of the Week Awards

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland baseball swept the Mid-South Conference Baseball Player of the Week honors; Cole Turney earned Player of the Week and Trevor Muzzi earned Pitcher of the Week, announced on Monday by the League office.


Men's Tennis

Parada Named MSC Player of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland junior Julian Parada earns Mid-South Conference Men's Tennis Player of the Week announced by the league office on Monday.


Women's Tennis

Women's Tennis drops Exhibition Match to Tennessee State

LEBANON, Tenn.--In an exhibition match between Cumberland Women's Tennis and Tennessee State, the Phoenix won the doubles point, but the Tigers rallied for five wins in singles to take the match 5-2.


Baseball

Turney hits Walk-Off Homer in Extras to Sweep Bethel

LEBANON, Tenn.--Trevor Muzzi shined in game one throwing a complete game shutout and after Bethel rallied to send it to extras in the ninth of game two, Cole Turney launched a walk-off home run to sweep the Wildcats and remain perfect in conference play.


Men's Tennis

No. 12 Phoenix win seventh straight in sweep over Bethel

LEBANON, Tenn.--No. 12 Cumberland men's tennis continues their impressive run with a dominant 7-0 victory over Bethel University. The win marks the seventh straight victory for the Phoenix, who are now a perfect 5-0 in Mid-South Conference play.


Softball

Phoenix complete the Sweep on Senior Day

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland softball completed the Mid-South Conference series sweep over UT Southern with two wins on Senior Day.


Men's Volleyball

MVB Splits Life University Tri-Match to Close out Regluar Season Play

Marietta, Ga.-- Cumberland men’s volleyball closes out the regular season by splitting the day at a Life University tri-match. The Phoenix fell to Reinhardt in four but recovered quickly for their own 3-1 victory over host Life.


Men's Volleyball

Men's Volleyball earns 2-seed in MSC Tournament

LEBANON, Tenn. - Cumberland men's volleyball earns the No. 2 seed and a first-round bye to the semifinals in Mid-South Conference Men's Volleyball Championships, conference officials announced on Saturday with the release of the tournament bracket.


Baseball

Phoenix bust game open in seventh to run rule Wildcats

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland baseball posted eight runs in the seventh inning to take a commanding lead before posting a 12-2 10-run rule victory in the eighth to take game one over Bethel.


Women's Tennis

Women's Tennis rallies in Singles to get 4-3 win

LEBANON, Tenn.--In a thrilling tennis match between the Cumberland Phoenix and Bethel Wildcats, the Phoenix emerged victorious with a 4-3 win. Bethel started strong, winning the doubles point with wins from Tijana Svitlica and Mariana Zotelli, and Edisa Hot and Sofija Rajic.


Men's Tennis

No. 12 Cumberland dominates Freed-Hardeman 7-0 on the road

HENDERSON, Tenn.--No. 12 Cumberland men's tennis dominated in a 7-0 sweep against Freed-Hardeman, winning on the road in Mid-South Conference action.


Softball

Phoenix down Tennessee Southern 7-1 in Series Opener

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland softball takes game one of the series behind a complete game from Bailey Griffith 7-1 over Tennessee Southern.


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Cumberland Athletics in Fourth in MSC President's Cup Standings

LEBANON, Tenn. – Cumberland Athletics sits in fourth place in the Mid-South Conference President’s Cup standings after the completion of the winter season, conference officials announced on Friday.


Men's Volleyball

Men's Volleyball Celebrates Senior Night with Sweep Over Midway

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Cumberland men’s volleyball honors their seniors with a 3-0 sweep over Midway University. The Phoenix played fantastic offense in their final home appearance of the season for a 364 team attack percentage.


Men's Tennis

No. 12 Cumberland Men's Tennis sweeps Milligan, 7-0

LEBANON, Tenn.--12-ranked Phoenix men's tennis had to grind to win the doubles point in tiebreakers, but cruised through the singles matches to defeat Milligan 7-0 at the Tommy Gray Memorial Courts.


General

Cumberland Athletics Celebrates our Athletic Trainers During National Athletic Training Month

LEBANON, Tenn.--Throughout the month of March, Cumberland University has been celebrating National Athletic Training Month. This unique month was established in 2000 and is sponsored by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) to spread awareness about the evolving profession and highlight a specific group of Health Care Professionals across the globe.


Baseball

Baseball Ranked 25th in NAIA Coaches' Poll

LEBANON, Tenn. – Cumberland baseball ranks 25th in this week’s NAIA Coaches’ Poll, the first appearance this season for the Phoenix in the Top 25, as announced Tuesday by the national office.


Men's Tennis

Men's Tennis drops one spot to No. 12 in latest NAIA Top 25 Coaches' Poll

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland University Men's Tennis team has made significant strides this season as they were recently ranked No. 12 in the third edition of the NAIA Top 25 Coaches' Poll, announced this morning by the national office. The team's record stands at 11-5, with a winning percentage of .688, and a perfect record of 3-0 in conference play. With four consecutive wins under their belt, the team is poised for a strong finish to the season.


Softball

Softball Doubleheader at Reinhardt Rained Out

LEBANON, Tenn.--Today's softball doubleheader at Reinhardt has been rained out after hours of rain in Waleska, Georgia this morning.


Baseball

Phoenix Power their way past No. 2 Tennessee Wesleyan

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland baseball cranked five home runs in their 9-5 win over the No. 2 ranked Tennessee Wesleyan Bulldogs. This win gave the Phoenix their first win over Tennessee Wesleyan since the 2016 season.


Men's Golf

Phoenix finish in Third at Blue Raider Invitational

COLUMBIA, Ky.--The Cumberland Phoenix men's golf team finished strong in the final round of the Blue Raider Invitational at the Pines at Lindsey Wilson. They shot a team total of 294, adding to their previous round's score of 285 for a combined total of 579 to finish in third place.


Men's Basketball

Jordan Stephens earns NAIA All-American Honorable Mention

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland men's basketball standout Jordan Stephens earns NAIA All-American Honorable Mention honors, announced by the national office on Thursday.


Men's Golf

Phoenix in Third after Day One of the Blue Raider Invitational

COLUMBIA, Ky.-- Cumberland men's golf sits in third place after day one of the Blue Raider Invitational. Tom Scullion leads the Phoenix in a tie for third individually.


Softball

Cumberland Splits Doubleheader at Bryan

Dayton, Tenn.-- Cumberland splits doubleheader with Bryan College. After dropping game one, the Phoenix came alive for a 4-1 finish to the evening.


Women's Tennis

Women's Tennis downs Thomas More 6-1 in Crestview Hills

CRESTVIEW HILLS, Ky.--The Cumberland Phoenix women's tennis team picked up yjeor second Mid-South Conference win of the week defeating the Thomas More Saints, 6-1 on Saturday.


Men's Tennis

11-Ranked Men's Tennis downs Thomas More, 5-2

CRESTVIEW HILLS, Ky.--11-ranked Cumberland Phoenix men's tennis team took to the road to take on the Thomas More Saints, and the Phoenix had an impressive performance, winning 5-2.


Men's Track & Field

Cumberland Posts Three First Place Finishes at Falcon Classic

Montevallo, Ala.-- Cumberland men’s and women’s track and field wrapped up day two of the Falcon Classic. The men’s team posted a fifth place finish with the help of three first place finishers. The women finished ninth overall.


Softball

Saints' offense too strong for Phoenix in Game Three

CRESTVIEW HILLS, Ky.-- Cumberland softball suffers a Mid-South Conference series sweep after losing game three to Thomas More University 10-4.


Men's Track & Field, Women's Track & Field

Phoenix open up Outdoor Season at Falcon Classic

MONTEVALLO, Ala.--Cumberland men's and women's track and field opened up the Outdoor Season with the first day of the Falcon Classic consisting of a few field events and half of the decathalon events on the first day.


Men's Volleyball

Cumberland Blocks out Campbellsville in Fifth Set

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Cumberland blockers shut down the Tigers for a five set victory, avenging their loss to the team earlier this season.


Softball

Walk Off Grand Slam helps Saints win Two

CRESTVIEW HILLS, Ky.-- Cumberland softball falls in game one 10-9 by the hands of a walk off grand slam, then loses game two 13-5 to go 0-2 in the Mid-South Conference doubleheader.


Women's Golf

Women's Golf ranked No. 11 in first NAIA Top 25 of the Spring

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Following two tournaments for the women this spring, Cumberland Women's Golf comes in at No. 11 in the third poll of the 2022-23 season, announced by the NAIA this afternoon.


Women's Tennis

Phoenix sweep Shawnee State in Women's Tennis

PORTSMOUTH, Ohio--Cumberland University's women's tennis team dominated Shawnee State on the road, winning 7-0 on Friday.


Men's Tennis

No. 11 Men's Tennis rolls past Shawnee State

PORTSMOUTH, Ohio--In a dominant display of tennis, 11-ranked Cumberland men's tennis cruise past Shawnee 7-0 in Mid-South Conference play on the road.


Wrestling

Cumberland Coaches' Show - Wrestling Season Recap

LEBANON, Tenn.--This episode of the coaches show is a recap of the 2022-23 Cumberland Wrestling Season with head coach James Hicks.


Baseball

Series Finale at Wilberforce has been Rained Out

LEBANON, Tenn.--The final game of the three game series against Wilberforce has been rained out after heavy rainfall in the Cincinnati area.


Baseball

Phoenix score 52 runs with 11 Homers in Two Wins over Wilberforce

CINCINNATI, Ohio--Cumberland Baseball had an incredible day swinging the bats scoring 52 runs in two games while blasting 11 home runs from eight different players winning 20-2 and 32-2 over Wilberforce in Mid-South Conference play.


Men's Tennis

Three Phoenix Earn Spots in the NAIA Men's ITA Collegiate Tennis Rankings

Cumberland, Tenn.-- Three Phoenix earn spots in the NAIA Men’s ITA Collegiate Tennis Rankings, announced by the ITA officials this afternoon. Pavel Kelo is the only player ranked both nationally and regionally, while he and Adrijan Hrzic find a spot on the national doubles ranking.


Football

Football releases 2023 Schedule

LEBANON, Tenn. – Cumberland Director of Athletics Ron Pavan announced the 2023 football schedule this week, including five home games and four non-conference games.


Softball

Pitching Propels Phoenix to Doubleheader Sweep over Mount Mercy

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland had gutsy pitching performances to help sweep the doubleheader defeating Mount Mercy 1-0 and 3-2 at Billy Dee Ross Stadium.


Baseball

NAIA Ball names Turney Player of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn.--Senior outfielder Cole Turney adds a third Player of the Week honors after an incredible week last week being named the NAIA Ball Player of the Week, announced by the organization yesterday.


Men's Volleyball

Cumberland Falls to Thomas More in 3-1 Battle

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Cumberland drops four set battle to Thomas More to kick off their three game stretch at home. The Phoenix move to a 10-9, overall 5-3 conference record.


Baseball

Milligan snaps Cumberland's nine-game win streak

LEBANON, Tenn.--Milligan tops Cumberland 11-3 at home to snap the Phoenix's nine-game win streak.


Men's Golf

Lindgreen ties for Sixth at the Carey Collegiate

HATTIESBURG, Miss.-- Cumberland men's golf stayed put for ninth place finish at the Carey Collegiate Classic hosted by William Carey, Christian Lindgreen finished tied for sixth individually.


Baseball

Turney named TSWA Baseball Player of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn.--Senior Cole Turney's impressive week leads him to earn Tennessee Sports Writers Association Baseball Player of the Week honors, announced on Tuesday by the association.


Men's Volleyball

Ginnings named NAIA Defender of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn.- After being named Mid-South Conference Defender of the Week on Monday, the accolades continue to come in for Cumberland libero Caleb Ginnings as he also earns NAIA National Defender of the Week for the second time in his career, the national office released on Tuesday.


Men's Golf

Phoenix in Ninth at Carey Collegiate

HATTIESBURG, Miss.--Phoenix men's golf sits in ninth place after day one of the Carey Collegiate at Canebrake Country Club in Hattiesburg.


Women's Tennis

Women's Tennis snaps Losing Skid with 6-1 over IU Kokomo

LEBANON, Tenn.--Despite the frigid temperatures, Cumberland snaps their losing streak with a 6-1 win over IU Kokomo in non conference action on Monday.


Men's Volleyball

Men's Volleyball Sweeps MSC Player of the Week Honors

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Cumberland men’s volleyball sweeps MSC Player of the Week honors, announced by conference officials this afternoon.


Baseball

Turney Slugs Way to MSC Player of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn.--Standout performances by Cole Turney leads the senior to Mid-South Conference Baseball Player of the Week honors, announced on Monday by the league office.


Women's Golf

Krieger earns MSC Golfer of the Week for Fourth Time

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland sophomore Anna Krieger was named Mid-South Conference Women's Golfer of the Week for the fourth time this season, released by Mid-South Conference officials on Monday.


Baseball

Phoenix Sweep Shawnee State runs Win Streak to Nine

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland takes two games on Saturday to sweep Shawnee State and to also run their win streak to nine games in a row with a 16-4 and 10-0 win.


Softball

Cumberland dominates Pikeville Series with 3-0 Sweep

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Cumberland softball sweeps Pikeville doubleheader, ending the series 3-0 for their first conference wins of the season.


Baseball

Turney's Three Homers and Madariaga's gem on the mound leads CU to 14-4 win

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cole Turney blasts three home runs and Reid Madariaga throws a complete game gem to help the Phoenix win the first day of the Mid-South Conference series over Shawnee State, 14-4.


Softball

Strong Outing from Griffith gives Phoenix a 4-1 win over Pikeville

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland softball took game one of the series against Pikeville 4-1 after getting a strong outing in the circle from Bailey Griffith.


Men's Volleyball

Phoenix MVB Splits Day Two of Central Christian Invitational

McPherson, Kan.-- Cumberland men’s volleyball split day two of the Central Christian Invitational with a hard-fought loss to RV Jamestown and a 3-0 sweep over Central Christian.


Men's Volleyball

MVB Keeps Win Streak Alive Going 2-0 on the Road

McPherson, Kan.-- Cumberland handles business on day one of their two-day stay in McPherson, Kan. with a pair of wins. The Phoenix swept Simpson College 3-0 to open up the day and then handled Kansas Wesleyan 3-1 to close it out.


Softball

Bats wake up in game two to split season series with No. 18 Tennessee Wesleyan

ATHENS, Tenn.--The bats came alive in game two to salvage the day with a doubleheader split on the road against No. 18 Tennessee Wesleyan.


Men's Tennis

Men's Tennis rises to No. 11 in NAIA Top 25 Poll

LEBANON, Tenn. – Cumberland men’s tennis is steadily moving up in the polls landing at No. 11 in the second regular season NAIA Coaches’ Poll released today by the national office.


Baseball

Phoenix win Sixth Straight on the Road at Bryan

DAYTON, Tenn.--Cole Turney sets the tone early with a two-run homer in the first and the pitchers did their job with five guys throwing on a staff to get a dominant 9-4 win over Bryan College on the road.


Women's Golf

Phoenix take Third at Wolf Pack Invitational; Krieger finishes Second Individually

NEW ORLEANS, La.--Cumberland women’s golf finishes in third after shooting a tournament-best 308 at the Wolf Pack Invitational at English Turn Golf & Country Club. Anna Krieger stormed back into contention for the individual medal finishing in second place.


Women's Golf

Women's Golf in Third after day one of Wolf Pack Invitational

NEW ORLEANS, La.--After two rounds of play on day one, Cumberland sits in third place with 635 strokes at the Wolf Pack Invitational at English Turn Golf & Country Club.


Softball

Phoenix pick up two run rule victories over Talladega

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland softball sweeps the twinbill taking two games from Talladega, 9-1 and 24-3, in non-conference action at Billy Dee Ross Stadium on Monday.


Men's Golf

Scullion named Mid-South Conference Player of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn. – Cumberland freshman Tom Scullion was named Mid-South Conference Men’s Golfer of the Week on Monday after a third place finish at the Showdown at Legends last week.


Men's Track & Field, Women's Track & Field

Bowers claims 4th CU National Title; Men and Women post 14th Place Finishes

BROOKINGS, S.D.--Jason Bowers brings home the fourth individual national championship in Cumberland Track & Field history while the Phoenix notch six All-Americans in the event.


Men's Volleyball

CU MVB Sweeps the Rio Grande Tri-Match

Rio Grande, Ohio-- Phoenix men’s volleyball has an impressive outing at the Rio Grande tri-match going 2-0. Cumberland swept the host 3-0 to start the day, then turned around and handled St. Andrews 3-1.


Wrestling

Smith finishes Third and Shires took Fifth at NAIA National Championship

WICHITA, Kan.--Cole Smith placed third and Sammy Shires took fifth place during the All-American Rounds of the final day of the NAIA National Championship at Hartman Arena.


Men's Track & Field, Women's Track & Field

Goodness claims National Runner-Up in Long Jump; Bowers, Idamadudu, and Forbes advance to Finals

BROOKINGS, S.D.--After the first day of the NAIA Indoor Track & Field National Championship, Iredia Goodness claims National Runner-Up in the long jump while Jason Bowers, Praise Idamadudu, and Joel Forbes secure All-American status and advance to the finals tomorrow.


Wrestling

Shires and Smith secure All-American status on Day One of National Championship

WICHITA, Kan.--Cumberland Wrestling ends day one of the NAIA National Championships with two guaranteed All-Americans. Sammy Shires shined and Cole Smith earned his third All-American honors joining a short list of Cumberland Wrestlers to accomplish the feat. The Phoenix are currently in 16th place after day one.


Women's Track & Field

Kibiwott kick starts Cumberland’s NAIA National Championship

LEBANON, Tenn. —Mercy Kibiwott opened up Cumberland’s NAIA national championship trip by taking on the 5000m race on Thursday.


Men's Track & Field, Women's Track & Field

Indoor Track & Field National Championship Preview

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland men's and women's track and field teams are set to begin the NAIA Indoor Track & Field Championship tomorrow in Brookings, South Dakota.


Women's Tennis

Women's Tennis falters in conference opener to No. 11 Lindsey Wilson

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland Women's Tennis falls in their Mid-South Conference opener to No. 11 Lindsey Wilson


Men's Tennis

Men's Tennis posts dramatic 4-3 win over No. 8 Lindsey Wilson

LEBANON, Tenn.--No. 12 Cumberland downs No. 8 Lindsey Wilson in the Mid-South Conference opener with a dramatic 4-3 victory.


Wrestling

Cumberland Wrestling NAIA National Championship Preview

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland Wrestling kicks off their weekend at the National Championships on Friday, Mar. 3, at 9 a.m., with the Championship matches in each weight class taking place on Saturday, Mar. 4 on ESPN 3 at 7 p.m.


Men's Tennis

Men's Tennis downs Austin Peay for first win over NCAA D1 program since 2017

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland University's tennis team secured a historic win over Austin Peay on Tuesday afternoon. The Phoenix defeated the NCAA D1 program 5-2, marking their first win over an NCAA D1 program since Cumberland beat Tennessee State back in 2017.


Women's Tennis

Austin Peay blanks Cumberland, 7-0

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn.--Cumberland women's tennis drops their seventh straigh match against NCAA D1 program Austin Peay, 7-0.


Baseball

Cumberland's bats stay alive in a 9-5 win over Bryan

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland baseball picks up a 9-5 win over their in-state rival Bryan College. Cumberland's offense combined for 14 hits with five extra-base hits.


Softball

Softball at Johnson Canceled on Thursday

LEBANON, Tenn.--Thursday's doubleheader on the road at Johnson University has been canceled due to rain and storms in the forecast in the Knoxville area.


Men's Golf

Men's Golf Finishes Fifth, Scullion Tied for Third at The Showdown at Legends

Myrtle Beach, S.C.-- Cumberland moves up one spot for a fifth-place finish at The Showdown at Legends. Individually, Tom Scullion had the best finish for CU as he tied for third place.


Men's Golf

Men's Golf sits in Sixth, Scullion in Second after Day One of Showdown at Legends

LEBANON, Tenn.--The Showdown at Legends kicks off the Phoenix 2023 spring schedule with the Phoenix in sixth place after day one in a stacked field. Tom Scullion is in second place individually to lead the Phoenix.


Baseball

Phoenix out slug Titans in 23-17 win

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland baseball out slugs IU South Bend in a offensive frenzy with 40 runs scored and eight home runs, 23-17.


Men's Volleyball

Pierce Repeats as MSC Setter of the Week

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Jordan Pierce is named the Mid-South Conference Setter of the Week for the second week in a row.


Women's Golf

Krieger named MSC Women's Golfer of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland sophomore Anna Krieger was named Mid-South Conference Women's Golfer of the Week for the third time this season, released by Mid-South Conference officials on Monday.


Football

Jackson Bray Joins Cumberland Football Coaching Staff

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Cumberland head coach Tim Mathis welcomes Jackson Bray to the football staff as an offensive line coach.


Men's Volleyball

CU MVB goes 1-1 at the Georgetown Tri-Match

GEORGETOWN, Ky.-- Cumberland men's volleyball went 1-1 at the Georgetown Tri-Match after sweeping Aquinas 3-0 and losing to No. 6 Georgetown in 3-0 fashion.


Men's Basketball

No. 8 Georgetown ends Cumberland's MSC Championship Run in the Quarterfinals

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.--No. 8 Georgetown went on a big 15-0 run early in the game and the Phoenix struggled to get their offense in rhythm. The Tigers ballooned the lead out to as much as 33 points in the second half winning, 83-52, in the Mid-South Conference Quarterfinals.


Baseball

Cumberland sweeps Pikeville to open up Mid-South Play

LEBANON, Tenn.--The Phoenix jumped out to an early lead before the Bear rallied back to tie the game. Strong relief outings from Ryan Calvert and Dillon Bland shut down UPike allowing Cumberland to score the final three runs of the game and completed the conference sweep with a final score of 8-5.


Softball

Cumberland goes 0-3 in conference opening series

WILLIAMSBURG, Ky.-- Cumberland was swept by the No. 24 University of the Cumberlands in their first conference series of the season.


Men's Basketball

Two Phoenix Earn All Mid-South Conference Honors

LEBANON, Tenn.—Jordan Stephens was named First Team All-Mid-South Conference and Isaac Stephens earns Honorable Mention honors after the conclusion of the 2022-23 regular season.


Men's Volleyball

Men's Volleyball Earns First 3-0 Sweep of the Season

Midway, Ky.-- Cumberland posts fantastic attacking numbers for a 3-0 sweep of Midway University. The Phoenix recorded a team attack percentage of .321 to handle business on the road.


Women's Basketball

Phoenix take No. 2 Campbellsville to the wire in the MSC Quarters losing late 60-59

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.--Cumberland battled their hearts out taking No. 2 Campbellsville to the wire, but could not catch the Tigers late losing by one, 60-59, in the Mid-South Conference Quarterfinals.


Baseball

Phoenix open up Mid-South play with two wins over UPike

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland starts out Mid-South Conference play with two wins over Pikeville 5-3 and 13-3 at Woody Hunt Stadium on Thursday.


Softball

Cumberland falls 4-1 in Conference Opener

WILLIAMSBURG, Ky.-- Cumberland's offense struggled in their conference opener as they fell 4-1 against the No. 24 University of the Cumberlands.


Women's Basketball

Sexton Named MSC Defensive Player of the Year

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Keara Sexton is named the Mid-South Conference Defensive Player of the Year and Lindsey Freeman earns Second Team All-MSC honors, announced by the league officials on Thursday.


Men's Volleyball

Phoenix MVB Falls 3-1 at Home Against Life

Cumberland drops a four set battle to Life University, bringing the overall record to 3-5. Despite handling the Running Eagles in set one, the Phoenix struggled to find their momentum in the next three sets.


Baseball

Cumberland suffers lopsided loss to No. 3 Tennessee Wesleyan

ATHENS, Tenn.--No. 3 Tennessee Wesleyan snaps Cumberland's four game-winning streak with a huge 24-6 loss on the road on Wednesday.


Wrestling

NAIA announces list of National Qualifiers with Eight Phoenix

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – (Qualifiers by Weight Class | Qualifiers by School | Qualifiers by Conference) The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) has officially announced the qualifiers for the 2023 NAIA Wrestling National Championships hosted at Hartman Arena in Park City, Kan. The 66th annual event features four sessions and starts on March 3rd before ending on ESPN3 during the Championship bouts on Saturday, March 4th.


Men's Basketball

Byrd's Buzzer Beater Three Sends CU Over Bethel

McKenzie, Tenn.-- Cumberland earns an electric victory, taking down the Bethel Wildcats to head to the MSC quarterfinals. Tyler Byrd drained a three at the buzzer to secure the team’s exciting win.


Women's Basketball

Phoenix downs Bethel in Opening Round to advance to MSC Quarterfinals

McKENZIE, Tenn.--Cumberland goes on the road and upend No. 8-seed Bethel with a 55-50 win on the road at Crisp Arena to advance to the Mid-South Conference Quarterfinals for the first time in five years.


Softball

Phoenix Softball Splits Doubleheader Against Bryan

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Cumberland splits home doubleheader versus Bryan College. Despite cruising through game one with a ten point lead, the Phoenix struggled to make many hits in game two.


Women's Golf

WGOLF wraps up the Kinderlou Spring Invite

VALDOSTA, Ga.--Cumberland Women's golf wraps up the kkinderlou spring Invite as they finished in sixth place with a total of 970 strokes in the opening tournament of the spring.


Women's Golf

Phoenix sit in Fifth after Day One; Krieger tied for Fourth at Kinderlou Spring Invite

VALDOSTA, Ga.--Cumberland University Women's Golf opened up their 2023 schedule today playing 36 holes at the kinderlou Spring Invite at Kinderlou Golf Club. The Phoenix sit in fifth place in a stacked field while Anna Krieger is tied for fourth place individually.


Women's Track & Field

Watson and Idamadudu sweep MSC Women's T&F Athletes of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Praise Idamadudu and Daveina Watson garners Mid-South Conference Women’s Track & Field Athletes of the Week following their performance at the Mid-South Conference Championships this past week, announced by the league office on Monday.


Men's Volleyball

Pierce and Lester Earn MSC Player of the Week Recognition

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Two Cumberland men’s volleyball members earn MSC Player of the Week honors after a 3-1 week. Christian Lester and Jordan Pierce are recognized for their efforts after helping their team to three wins.


Men's Track & Field

Bowers and Goodness sweep Men's Indoor T&F Athletes of the Week Again

LEBANON, Tenn.--Iredia Goodness and Jason Bowers sweep the Men's Mid-South Conference Track & Field Athletes of the Week for the third time this season, announced today by the Mid-South Conference office.


Baseball

Baseball walks off Racers in game four to sweep series over No. 22 UNOH

LEBANON, Tenn—The Phoenix cranked four home runs in game one and walked off the Racers in game two to complete a four game sweep over No. 22 UNOH.


Men's Tennis

Men's Tennis split their matches 1-1

LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga.-- Cumberland men's tennis goes 1-1 on the day with a 5-2 win over SCAD Atlanta and a 5-0 loss to No. 2 Georgia Gwinnett College.


Women's Tennis

Women's Tennis drops final two matches of GGC Invite

LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga.-- The Phoenix drop two matches on the final day of the GGC Invite to Brenau and then host No. 2 Georgia Gwinnett.


Cheerleading

Cheer Finishes in 10th at MSC Championships

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. –Cumberland University cheerleading finishes in 10th place at the Mid-South Conference Cheerleading Championship on Saturday at Bowling Green Arena in Bowling Green, Kentucky.


Women's Tennis

Phoenix Women get swept by St. Thomas

LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga.--No. 13 St. Thomas hands Cumberland a 4-0 loss at the GGC Invite.


Men's Tennis

Men's Tennis picks up two wins over LC State and St. Thomas

LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga.--Cumberland picked up two big wins at the GGC Invite over RV Lewis Clark State and RV St. Thomas to go 2-0 on the day.


Men's Volleyball

Cumberland downs Thomas More in Four on the road

CRESTVIEW HILLS, Ky.--Cumberland men’s volleyball comes away with a 3-1 conference win over Thomas More to end a three-win week for CU.


Men's Basketball

Men's Basketball heads to Bethel as 9-seed in MSC Championships

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. - Mid-South Conference officials released the 2023 MSC Men's Basketball Tournament bracket Saturday following the conclusion of the conference's regular season.


Women's Basketball

Women's Hoops earns 9-seed; Phoenix travel to 8-Seed Bethel Tuesday

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Mid-South Conference officials released the 2023 MSC Women's Basketball Tournament bracket Saturday following the conclusion of the conference's regular season.


Baseball

Phoenix take two from No. 22 UNOH to open series

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland opens up the weekend series with two come from behind wins to defeat No. 22 University of Northwestern Ohio 11-3 and 7-6.


Men's Basketball

Phoenix fall to No. 22 Freed-Hardeman in Second Half

ebanon, Tenn-- Men’s basketball drops to No. 22 Freed-Hardeman to close out the regular season.


Women's Basketball

Women's Basketball Drops Heartbreaking Senior Day Battle

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Cumberland falls to Freed-Hardeman on senior night in a heartbreaking battle. The game concludes the regular season for women’s basketball.


Cheerleading

Cheer in Ninth after Day One of MSC Championships

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. - Georgetown sits atop the teams standings following the first day of the Mid-South Conference Cheer championship Friday at Bowling Green Arena.


Men's Volleyball

Men's Volleyball splits Campbellsville Tri-Match

CAMPBELLSVILLE, Ky.--Cumberland splits the Campbellsville tri-match taking down conference foe Campbellsville in a five set thriller, but fell in the night cap to Mt. Vernon Nazarene in three.


Women's Track & Field

Records Fall as Phoenix take Third at MSC Championships

LOUISVILLE, Ky.--Records fall as Phoenix claim five Individual Conference Champions on their way to a third place finish at the Mid-South Conference Indoor Track 7 Field Championships.


Men's Track & Field

Men's Track & Field claims Program's First Conference Championship

LOUISVILLE, Ky.--For the first time in program history, Cumberland men’s track and field claims the Mid-South Conference Indoor Track & Field Championship. Iredia Goodness was named the Mid-South Conference Athlete of the Year and Freshman of the Year. Head Coach Atsu Nyamadi was named the Mid-South Conference Coach of the Year and assistant coach CeCe Francis earned MSC Assistant Coach of the Year.


Women's Tennis

Phoenix Women's Tennis falls to No. 5 XULA

LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga.--No. 5 XULA defeats Cumberland 4-0 in the opening match of the GGC Invite.


Men's Tennis

No. 5 Xavier sweeps Cumberland Men's Tennis

LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga.--No. 5 Xavier bested Cumberland in a swift 4-0 match to open up the GGC Invite.


Wrestling

Wrestling Claims Four Individual Champions; Finish Second as a Team at MSC Championship

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.--Cumberland University wrestling had a strong showing at the Mid-South Conference Championships today finishing in second as a team with 137.0 points with a program-record four individual champions: Sammy Shires, Eli Clemmons, Cole Smith, and Ryan Long. Following the tournament, Shires was named the Mid-South Conference Freshman of the Year. James Hicks was named the Head Coach of the Year and Tyler Smith was named the Assistant Coach of the Year.


Softball

Phoenix Softball Handles Union with 2-0 Doubleheader

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Cumberland sweeps the doubleheader versus Union College. The Bulldogs came close in the first game with a 4-3 score, but the Phoenix ran away with it in game two with a dominant 20-5 score.


Men's Basketball

Bethel spurts down Phoenix in last regular-season road game

MCKENZIE, Tenn.—Cumberland men’s basketball struggled to find their rhythm in this game offensively, never getting a lead falling on the road to Bethel, 81-68.


Men's Volleyball

MVB picks up their first win of the season over Rio Grande

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland men's volleyball defeats Rio Grande University 3-1 for their first win of the season. Head coach Chris Padilla picked up his first career win as the head coach of the program.


Women's Basketball

Bethel leads wire-to-wire on Senior Day to defeat CU

McKENIZIE, Tenn.--Cumberland got off to a slow start on the road and Bethel on Senior Day capitalized leading wire-to-wire with a 66-45.


Women's Tennis

Reinhardt defeats CU to open up Georgia Trip

WALESKI, Ga.--Cumberland women's tennis starts Georgia trip with a 5-2 loss to RV Reinhardt in Waleski.


Men's Tennis

Doubles Point Gives No. 24 Reinhardt boost to edge CU, 4-3

WALESKI, Ga.--Cumberland losses back-to-back matches as No. 24 Reinhardt edges Cumberland 4-3 on the road.


Men's Soccer

CU Soccer Alum Julian Lucumi named Men's Soccer Assistant Coach

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland men's soccer coach Shane Keely announces the hiring of Julian Lucumi as the full-time assistant coach effective immediately.


Cheerleading

Cheer takes on Raider Rumble Inivtational

COLUMBIA, Ky. - Cumberland University Cheerleading took on the Raider Rumble Invitational in preparation to the Mid-South Conference Championships this weekend.


Men's Tennis

Phoenix lose tough battle at Sewanee to open up long week

SEWANEE, Tenn.—Cumberland men’s tennis opened up a long week with a tight battle against 33rd-ranked NCAA DIII Sewanee falling 6-3.


Women's Tennis

Women's Tennis Receives Votes in the First NAIA Top 25 Polls

LEBANON, Tenn. -- Cumberland women’s tennis is receiving votes in the first regular season NAIA Coaches' Top 25 Polls released today by the national office.


Men's Tennis

Men's Tennis moves up to No. 12

LEBANON, Tenn. – Cumberland men’s tennis moves up one spot to No. 12 in the first regular season NAIA Coaches’ Poll released today by the national office.


Baseball

Baseball Game Canceled for Tomorrow

LEBANON, Tenn. – Cumberland’s baseball game scheduled for Thursday against IU-Southeast has been canceled.


Esports

Cumberland Esports Overwatch Team Advances to Mid-South Conference Championship

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland Overwatch Team punched their ticket to the Mid-South Conference Championship!!


Softball

Softball splits their Opening Day Doubleheader with No. 9 Tennessee Wesleyan

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland softball started their season with a 1-1 record after splitting their double header with No. 9 Tennessee Wesleyan.


Men's Tennis

Hrzic namd MSC Player of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland junior Adrijan Hrzic earns Mid-South Conference Men's Tennis Player of the Week announced on Monday by the league office.


Men's Track & Field

Forbes earns MSC Indoor Track Athlete of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn.--Joel Forbes is named the Mid-South Conference Men's Indoor Track Athlete of the Week, announced by league officials on Monday.


Men's Basketball

No. 10 Georgetown hands CU heartbreaking second-half loss

Georgetown, Ky.-- Phoenix drop heartbreaking road match to #10 Georgetown. Despite trailing for the entire match, the Tigers turned on the pressure in the final five minutes to turn the game around in their favor.


Baseball

Cumberland Baseball falls in the Series Finale

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland drops the finale 12-4 at home against Indiana Wesleyan.


Women's Basketball

Georgetown Pulls Away in Second Quarter to Handle Phoenix

Georgetown, Ky.-- Georgetown’s had three players in double-figures as they found an early lead and maintained the pressure throughout to defeat Cumberland 69-50.


Women's Tennis

Women's Tennis falls to Blue Mountain

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland Women's Tennis drops a tight battle to Blue Mountain College 4-2 at home Friday evening.


Women's Bowling, General

Women's Bowling goes 2-2 at MSC Championships

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-- Cumberland Women's Bowling went 2-2 in the baker bracket of the Mid-South Conference Championship to conclude their title hopes.


Men's Track & Field, Women's Track & Field

Forbes hits “A” Standards in 600m at Music City Challenge

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Cumberland track and field had six athletes run at the Music City Challenge Friday evening hosted by Vanderbilt.


Men's Tennis

Men's Tennis Sweeps Blue Mountain College

LEBANON, Tenn.--No. 13 Cumberland men’s tennis sweeps Blue Mountain College with a 7-0 victory Friday afternoon at the Tommy Gray Memorial Courts.


Men's Volleyball

Phoenix MVB Drops in Three to Warner University

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Cumberland fought through all three sets but ultimately fell to Warner University at home. The Phoenix came within touching distance of taking each set but were unable to shake the RV Royals.


Men's Bowling

CU MBOWL goes 1-2 in the MSC Tournament

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-- Cumberland Men's Bowling went 1-2 in the baker bracket of the Mid-South Conference Championship. They picked up a win over Tennessee Wesleyan but their run came to an end with losses to Pikeville and Bethel.


Baseball

Wildcats Bullpen shuts down Cumberland in late innings

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland baseball gives up big innings to lose a late lead to Indiana Wesleyan in game two of the series, losing 11-7.


Men's Bowling

Baylog takes Third at MSC Singles Championship

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.—Carter Baylog takes third place in the singles tournament of the Mid-South Conference Championship.


Women's Tennis

Women’s Tennis Cruises Past Oakland City in Home Opener

LEBANON, Tenn.—Cumberland Women’s tennis opens up the 2023 home schedule with a 6-1 win over RV Oakland City.


Men's Basketball

Three Phoenix hit Double-Digit Figures in Road Victory Over Patriots

Williamsburg, Ky.-- Cumberland stayed ahead throughout the entire game to take a big road victory against The University of the Cumberlands. The Phoenix never once trailed behind as they played consistently well over both halves.


Baseball

Marathon Game halted due to Darkness deemed a 12-12 tie

LEBANON, Tenn.--Marathon game will end in a 12-12 tie after the Phoenix and Indiana Wesleyan run out of sunlight at Woody Hunt Stadium.


Women's Basketball

The Phoenix fall to the No. 20 Patriots on the Road

Williamsburg, Ky.-- Despite fighting back from a 12 point deficit to tie it in the third quarter, the No. 20 Patriots ran away with it for a 80-53 victory on their home court.



Women's Bowling, General

Connelly Named to Second Team All-Conference

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Gracie Connelly earns Second Team All Mid-South Conference honors, Conference officials announce Thursday.


Wrestling

Cumberland Wrestling Stays put at No. 15

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland Wrestling stays put at No. 15 in the final edition of the NAIA Top 20 Coaches' Poll, announced by the national office on Wednesday.


Men's Bowling, Women's Bowling

Mid-South Conference Announces Bowling Championship Brackets

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland women's bowling earns the No. 7 seed and men's bowling earns the No. 8 seed headed into this weekend's Mid-South Conference Championships. Both squads are set to take on Tennessee Wesleyan in the first round on Friday.


Women's Track & Field

Idamadudu Named MSC Women's Indoor Track Athlete of the Week

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Praise Idamadudu garners Mid-South Conference Women’s Track Athlete of the Week following two first place finishes at the South Alabama Invitational this past weekend.


Men's Track & Field

Bowers and Goodness sweep MSC Weekly T&F Honors

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Iredia Goodness and Jason Bowers sweep the Men's Mid-South Conference Track & Field athletes of the Week for the second time this season, the third time for the Phoenix overall.


Baseball

Rogers named MSC Pitcher of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland junior Mitch Rogers earns the Mid-South Conference Baseball Pitcher of the Week after his efforts out of the bullpen this weekend.


Esports

Cumberland Overwatch remains undefeated entering Mid-South Conference Playoffs

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland Overwatch remains undefeated entering Mid-South Conference Playoffs.


Men's Track & Field, Women's Track & Field

CU Track & Field post Four First-Places Finishes at South Alabama

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.-- Cumberland track and field put on a good showing at the South Alabama Invitational earning three first-place finishes at the event.


Wrestling

Wrestling Wraps Up Regular Season with Annual Cumberland Open

LEBANON, Tenn.—Cumberland wrestling had a big showing at the annual Cumberland Open featuring wrestlers from all levels across the country.


Men's Basketball

CU Falls Just Short on the Road VS UT Southern

Pulaski, Tenn.-- Cumberland falls just short on the road against Tennessee Southern 66-64 after a tight, physical battle.


Baseball

Phoenix Split their Doubleheader to go 2-1 on the Weekend

EMERSON, Ga.-- Cumberland baseball split their doubleheader picking up a 7-6 win over Point University while losing 14-7 against IU-Kokomo.


Women's Basketball

Cumberland holds Tennessee Southern with Stellar defense

PULASKI, Tenn.--Cumberland women’s basketball played incredible defense holding Tennessee Southern to 39 points on the road in a 50-39 win over the Firehawks.


Wrestling

Phoenix Wrestling Splits Regular Season Championship Dual

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Cumberland splits the regular season championship with a win over Thomas More and a heartbreaking drop to Lindsey Wilson. It came down to the last second of the final match, but Lindsey Wilson was ultimately able to claim the regular season champion title.


Baseball

Baseball starts the 2023 season with a bang

EMERSON, Ga.—Cumberland bats in mid-season form with five homers on opening day to blow out St. Andrews, 18-5.


Baseball

Cumberland Baseball Season Preview

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland baseball gears up for their season opener tomorrow at LakePoint Sports Complex against St. Andrews.


Football

Football Announces 2023 Signing Class

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland head football coach Tim Mathis announces the list of signees, commitments, and early enrollees as a part of the 2023 Signing Class on National Signing Day.


Men's Volleyball

MVB Drops Conference Opener to #6 Georgetown

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Men’s volleyball drops conference and home opener in three sets to #6 Georgetown College. This was the Tiger's fourth 3-0 win of the season so far as they have swept every match they have played in.


Men's Basketball

Cumberland Avenges Early Season Loss on the Road at Oakwood

HUNTSVILLE, Ala.—Cumberland men’s basketball avenges an early season loss to Oakwood on the road with solid defense and a well rounded team game.


Baseball

Schedule Changes to Opening Weekend

LEBANON, Tenn.— Cumberland baseball announces a schedule change to opening weekend.


General

Cumberland SAAC accepting donations for New Leash on Life

LEBANON, Tenn.--The Cumberland University Student Athlete Advisory Commitee plans to accept donations all month of February at home games to help the New Leash on Life Organization.


Wrestling

No. 15 Phoenix downs No. 20 Patriots to set up MSC Championship Match Friday

WILLIAMSBURG, Ky.--No. 15 Cumberland goes on the road and defeats No. 20 the Cumberlands to remain perfect in Mid-South Conference play. The win sets up the Phoenix for a chance to claim the Mid-South Conference Regular Season Championship this Friday at home in Lebanon.


Women's Tennis

Sungatullina named MSC Women's Tennis Player of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland sophomore Elina Sungatullina earns Mid-South Conference Women's Tennis Player of the Week announced on Monday by the league office.


Baseball

Baseball Broadcast Schedule is Set for 2023 Season

LEBANON, Tenn. – Cumberland baseball will broadcast all regular-season games including post-season games as announced by Cumberland Athletics this week.


Wrestling

Five Phoenix Place Top 8 at the Blue Raider Open

COLUMBIA, Ky.--Five Cumberland Phoenix finish on the podium for a strong showing for CU at the Blue Raider Open hosted by Lindsey Wilson on Saturday.


Men's Basketball

Phoenix snap three game skid with tough OT win

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland guts it out to defeat Shawnee State in an overtime thriller, 67-65, inside a great basketball atmosphere inside the Dallas Floyd Phoenix Arena.


Men's Volleyball

Men's Volleyball Drops Two on the Road

Gaffney, S.C.-- Cumberland men’s volleyball dropped two games on the road at Limestone University. The Phoenix took a set off of Edward Waters but ultimately dropped 3-1. Host Limestone University swept the Phoenix 3-0 to close out the trimatch.


Women's Basketball

Cumberland falls at home 77-64 to Shawnee State University

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland women's basketball falls 77-64 against Shawnee State University at the Dallas Floyd Phoenix Arena.


Women's Tennis

Screaming Eagles and Racers top CU in 2023 opener

HARDIN, Ky.--Cumberland women's tennis opened up the 2023 calendar year with a pair of losses to NCAA Division I opponents Southern Indiana and Murray State.


Men's Volleyball

Men's Volleyball 2023 Season Preview

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Men’s volleyball kicks off the 2023 season this weekend, coming off of their most successful season in program history after finishing last year with a 21-16, 11-7 conference record. Chris Padilla enters his first year as head coach with 11 returning players while adding four new faces to his roster. The team ended the 2022 regular season with a four game win streak, all of which were done so in a 3-0 sweep.


Men's Basketball

Phoenix Second Half Rally Falls Short losing 76-73 to UPike

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland’s second-half rally falls short on a desperation half court heave at the horn falling to the Bears 76-3 at home.


Women's Basketball

No. 21 Pikeville's offense leads to 81-60 win over Phoenix

LEBANON, Tenn.--No. 21 Pikeville shot it incredibly well at all three levels to get a big win over the Phoenix 81-62 inside the Dallas Floyd Phoenix Arena.


Wrestling

Cumberland Wrestling drops two spots to No. 15

LEBANON, Tenn.–Cumberland Wrestling drops two spots in the fifth edition of the NAIA Top 20 Coaches' Poll to No. 15, announced by the national office on Thursday.


Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball

Cumberland Basketball is back on the Radio

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland Basketball returns to the radio air waves for the final three home games of the regular season at WANT FM 98.9 and WCOR AM 1490.


Women's Tennis

Cumberland Women's Tennis Receives Votes in the NAIA Preseason Poll

LEBANON, Tenn. -- Cumberland women’s tennis is receiving votes in the NAIA Preseason Coaches' Top 25 Polls released today by the national office.


Men's Tennis

Men's Tennis ranked No. 13 in NAIA Preseason Polls

LEBANON, Tenn. – Cumberland men’s tennis will start the 2023 season five spots higher than where they finished last year, ranked No. 13 in the NAIA Preseason Coaches’ Poll released today by the national office.


Women's Track & Field

Idamadudu and Mack sweep MSC Track Athletes of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn.--Praise Idamadud and Alana Mack sweep the Mid-South Conference Women's Track Athlete of the Week honors for Cumberland, announced Monday by the league office.


Men's Track & Field

Bowers Repeats as MSC Indoor Track Athlete of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn.--Jason Bowers repeats as the Mid-South Conference Men's Indoor Track Athlete of the Week, announced by league officials on Monday.


Baseball

Batter Up - Cumberland Baseball set to kick-off season with live radio show

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland Baseball is set to kick-off the 2023 season with "Batter Up", a live radio show for the Phoenix at 7:05 a.m. on Tuesday, January 24 on the Cumberland Sports Network and live on the local radio station WANT FM 98,9 and WCOR AM 1490.


Men's Bowling

Men’s Bowling takes 12th in the MSC Thomas Burris Memorial

LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Cumberland finishes in 12th place at the MSC Men's Bowling Thomas Burris Memorial on Sunday.


Men's Bowling

Men's Bowling finishes 12th at MSC Lynne Jordan Memorial

LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Cumberland finishes in 12th place at the MSC Men's Bowling Lynne Jordan Memorial at KingPin Lanes on Saturday.


Women's Track & Field

Phoenix Claim Two Victories at Samford Invite

Birmingham, Ala.-- Cumberland women’s track and field posted two victories at the Samford Invite, with three Phoenix also qualifying for the NAIA Indoor National Championships.


Men's Track & Field

Two Phoenix Take First Place Finishes at Samford Invite

Birmingham, Ala.-- Cumberland men’s track and field picked up two victories on Saturday at the Samford Invite in Birmingham, Ala. Jason Bowers and Iredia Goodness took home first place finishes in their respective events.


Men's Basketball

Lindsey Wilson runs away from CU in the Second Half

COLUMBIA, Ky.--Cumberland men’s basketball drops their second-straight game for an 0-2 away trip. Lindsey Wilson dominated the second half to pull away with a 77-64 win over the Phoenix.


Women's Basketball

Sexton's Double-Double leads Cumberland over Lindsey Wilson on the Road

COLUMBIA, Ky.--Cumberland women’s basketball had everything going as the Phoenix took care of Lindsey Wilson on the road at Biggers Sports Center, 76-61.


Wrestling

Two Phoenix podium at the Missouri Valley Invitational

MARSHALL, Mo.-- Cumberland wrestling finished with two Phoenix on the podiums at the Missouri Valley Invitational.


Men's Tennis

Men's Tennis opens 2023 with loss at Lipscomb

NASHVILLE, Tenn.--Cumberland men’s tennis took on NCAA Division I program Lipscomb at Richland Country Club for the first action of the new year.


Wrestling

Five Phoenix remain after day one of the MoVal Invitational

MARSHALL, Mo.—Cumberland wrestling has a trio of Phoenix remaining in the quarterfinals of the Championship Bracket after day one action of the Missouri Valley Invitational.


Men's Basketball

Phoenix fall in Overtime Despite big Second Half Comeback

Campbellsville, Ky.-- Cumberland overcame a nine point disadvantage at the break to force the game into overtime, but were ultimately unable to pull out a road win against Campbellsville.


Women's Basketball

No. 4 Campbellsville's potent offense takes down Cumberland

CAMPBELLSVILLE, Ky.--No. 4 Campbellsville led Cumberland wire-to-wire defeating the Phoenix 80-55 in the Powell Athletic Center.


Wrestling

Wrestling is the biggest mover in the fourth NAIA Top 20 Poll up to No. 13

LEBANON, Tenn.–Cumberland Wrestling makes the biggest move up five spots in the fourth edition of the NAIA Top 20 Coaches' Poll to No. 13 after a convincing win over No. 10 Campbellsville, announced by the national office on Thursday.


Men's Track & Field

Goodness claims USTFCCCA National Athlete of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn.—Iredia Goodness claims USTFCCCA National Track Athlete of the Week.


Baseball

Cumberland Baseball's Leadoff Dinner and Auction set for Jan. 27

LEBANON, Tenn. – Cumberland baseball will host its annual Zaxby's Leadoff Dinner and Auction at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, January 27 in the Alumni Hall on the CU campus. This is the first live Leadoff Dinner since COVID-19 forced the event to switch over to online. Cumberland will honor former player Marc Suarez during the festivities.


Men's Track & Field

Bowers and Goodness claim MSC Weekly T&F Honors

LEBANON, Tenn.—Iredia Goodness and Jason Bowers sweep the Men’s Mid-South Conference Track & Field athletes of the Week for the Phoenix second straight sweep of weekly honors.


Women's Track & Field

Women's T&F Wraps Up Day Two of the Commodore Challenge

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Cumberland women’s track and field finished day two of the Commodore Challenge at Vanderbilt Saturday afternoon.


Men's Track & Field

Phoenix Men's T&F Finishes Day Two of the Commodore Challenge Strong

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Cumberland has three athletes qualify for the NAIA Indoor National Championships with “A” or “B” standards on the second day of the Commodore Challenge at Vanderbilt.


Men's Basketball

Offensive Outburst gives Cumberland 98-83 win over Wilberforce

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland dropped a season-high in points as they cruise past Wilberforce, 98-83, in Mid-South Conference action Saturday afternoon at the Dallas Floyd Phoenix Arena.


Women's Basketball

Cumberland routs Wilberforce at home, 84-43

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland routs Wilberforce at home winning 84-43. Three Phoenix finished in double figures as Cumberland controlled the game from the opening tip.


Men's Track & Field

Men's T&F had a strong showing at the Commodore Challenge

NASHVILLE, Tenn.--Cumberland men’s track and field posted impressive finishes against top NCAA Division I competition on the first day of the Commodore Challenge hosted by Vanderbilt.


Women's Track & Field

Women's Track & Field completes Day One of the Commodore Challenge

NASHVILLE, Tenn.--Cumberland women’s track and field took on stiff competition in the first day of the Commodore Challenge hosted by Vanderbilt on Friday.


Men's Basketball

Stephens goes for 25 as CU makes 12 triples to knock off No. 10 Thomas More

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland drains season-high 12 triples as Jordan Stephens goes for 25 as the Phoenix knock off No. 10 Thomas More 78-75.


Women's Basketball

Cumberland gives No. 1 Thomas More a scare

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland gave No. 1 Thomas More a scare, but the Saints pulled it out in the end defeating Cumberland 65-60 at the Dallas Floyd Phoenix Arena on Thursday.


Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball

Former CU coach, AD Williams dies at 71

Hal Williams, who helped launch the women's basketball program at then-Cumberland Junior College in 1977, died Tuesday, Jan. 10 in New Orleans. He was 71.


Wrestling

Wrestling Dominates Senior Night With Duals Victories

Lebanon, Tenn.-- CU Wrestling honored their seniors with back-to-back duals sweeps over Rio Grande and No. 9 Campbellsville. The Phoenix topped the Tigers for the first time in 14 seasons with the upset victory.


Men's Basketball

Stephens eclipses 1,000 Career Points on Saturday

LEBANON, Tenn.--Senior forward Isaac Stephens needed just seven points on Saturday to eclipse the coveted 1,000 career points. In the second half, Stephens got the bucket to push him over 1,000 to become just the seventh player since 2000 to pass the mark.


Men's Track & Field, Women's Track & Field

Track & Field Sweeps Weekly Honors with Four Claiming Athlete of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn.--Tobi Oniyide, Renaldo Savoury, Alana Mack, and Daveina Watson have been named Mid-South Conference Track & Field Athletes of the Week for their performances this weekend at the Ed Temple Classic.


Men's Track & Field

Oniyide finishes first individually as the Phoenix take second at the Ed Temple Classic

NASHVILLE, Tenn.-- Cumberland men's track and field finishes second place at the Ed Temple Classic hosted by Tennessee State University.


Women's Track & Field

Cumberland Women's Track and Field put on a good showing at the Ed Temple Classic

NASHVILLE, Tenn.-- Cumberland women's track and field posted six top-three individual finishes at the Ed Temple Classic hosted by Tennessee State University.


Men's Basketball

CU Falls to Pikeville 66-65 After Massive Second Half Comeback

Pikeville, Ky.-- The Phoenix fought their way back from a huge second half deficit to drop an intense road battle with Pikeville by only one point. It came down to the final second of play and a made free throw by the Bears in the nail-biter conference matchup.


Women's Basketball

Pikeville takes over in the second half to pull away with a 90-64 win

PIKEVILLE, Ky.--Pikeville took control in the third quarter, outshooting the Phoenix 27-10 to get up big and cruise to the win 90-64 at the Appalachian Wireless Arena.


Men's Basketball

Men's Basketball Drops Road Contest to Shawnee

Portsmouth, Ohio.-- Men’s basketball opens up the new year with a tough road loss versus Shawnee State, dropping 63-55.


Women's Basketball

Shawnee State trio combine for 56 in Bears 69-47 win over CU

PORTSMOUTH, Ohio–Shawnee State’s big three combined for 56 points as the Bears dominated from the opening tip to down Cumberland 69-47 in Waller Gymnasium.


Women's Basketball

Phoenix rally in the second half to get a comeback victory over Oakland City

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland trailed by as much as 17 points early in the game, but rallied in the second half capped by a Kayla Gordon floater off the glass to give Cumberland the lead with a minute to play. Cumberland would hold on with three defensive stops in the final 60 seconds to come out with a hard-fought 60-58 win to start the second half of the season.


Wrestling

Wrestling Moves Up to No. 18 in NAIA Top 20

LEBANON, Tenn.–Cumberland Wrestling moves up pne spot in the latest edition of the NAIA Top 20 Coaches Poll to No. 18, announced by the national office on Wednesday.


Esports

Nathan Nelson Secures Cumberland Esports First ECAC Madden Conference Championship

LEBANON, Tenn.- Nathan Nelson helps Cumberland Esports secure their first ECAC Madden Conference Championship in their second season.


Baseball

Machibroda signs Free Agent Deal with the Minnesota Twins

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland Baseball All-American Nolan Machibroda signs a free agent deal with the Minnesota Twins to become the first Phoenix in eight seasons to sign with an affiliated team.


Men's Basketball

Cumberland holds off the Cumberlands down the stretch winning 79-70

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland picked up a much-needed win at home over RV Cumberlands 79-70. The Phoenix built the lead in the second half and held on down the stretch knocking down free throws.


Women's Basketball

Patriots outlast Cumberland in the fourth

LEBANON, Tenn.--The University of the Cumberlands pulled away from the Phoenix in the second half to defeat the Phoenix 68-52 at the Dallas Floyd Phoenix Arena.


Wrestling

Wrestling drops three ranked matches at the Fire Duals

LAKELAND, Fla.--Cumberland wrestling dropped three ranked matches at the Fire Duals losing to No. 15 Reinhardt, No. 10 Providence, and No. 3 Southeastern.


Esports

Keelan Bowers Secures Cumberland Esports First ECAC NBA 2K Conference Championship

LEBANON, Tenn.- Keelan Bowers helps Cumberland Esports secure their first ECAC NBA 2K Conference Championship in their second season.


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Cumberland Athletics in Third Place in the MSC President's Cup Standings

LEBANON, Tenn.. – Cumberland Athletics sits in third place in the Mid-South Conference President’s Cup standings after the fall season, conference officials announced on Friday.


Men's Basketball

Second Half Scoring Drought Dooms Phoenix 67-60 to No. 15 Georgetown

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland underwent a nine-minute scoring drought in the second half, but in the end still had a chance down just three with a minute to play, but No. 15 Georgetown made shots down the stretch to come away with a 67-60 win over the Phoenix at the Dallas Floyd Phoenix Arena.


Women's Basketball

No. 24 Georgetown pulls away from CU in the fourth

LEBANON, Tenn.--No. 24 Georgetown had five players in double-figures as they jumped out to an early lead and held on throughout defeating Cumberland 83-62 at the Dallas Floyd Phoenix Arena.


Women's Basketball

Women's Basketball Receives Votes in NAIA Top 25

LEBANON, Tenn.--For the first time since the 2017-18 season, Cumberland Women's Basketball receives votes in the NAIA Top 25, announced by the national office on Wednesday.


Men's Basketball

Men's Basketball falls out of Top 25 Polls

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland men’s basketball falls from No. 24 to unranked in the newest edition of the NAIA Top 25 polls, announced by officials Wednesday.


Baseball

Baseball Turf Project Completed

LEBANON, Tenn.— Cumberland University is excited to announce that the baseball turf project has been completed and is ready for action this upcoming spring.


Esports

Nelson and Bowers Punch their Ticket to ECAC Madden and NBA 2K Championship

LEBANON, Tenn.—Cumberland’s Nathan Nelson, and Keelan Bowers punched their ticket to the ECAC Madden & NBA 2K Conference Championship.


Wrestling

Phoenix win two duals in Montgomery

MONTGOMERY, Ala.--Cumberland picked up two big wins in duals against Central Baptist and Huntigdon hosted by the Hawks in Montgomery.


Men's Basketball

Big Second Half helps Cumberland defeat Bethel, 70-59

LEBANON, Tenn.--Big second half pushes the Phoenix over Bethel in a much-needed win for Cumberland 70-59 at the Dallas Floyd Phoenix Arena on Saturday.


Women's Basketball

Phoenix Top Bethel in Exciting Overtime Victory

ebanon, Tenn.-- Cumberland women’s basketball fights their way to an overtime victory over Bethel, 61-53.


Women's Golf

Women's Golf 2023 Spring Schedule Release

Lebanon, Tenn-- Women’s golf is set to kick off the spring season at the end of February after a first place finish at the Mid-South Conference Fall Preview Championship.


Men's Basketball

Cumberland Falls to Freed on the Road, 88-72

Henderson, Tenn.-- Freed-Hardeman pressure too much for CU to overcome on the road, Phoenix drop 88-72.


Women's Basketball

Cumberland knocks off Freed-Hardeman with big plays down the stretch

HENDERSON, Tenn.--Tied at 51-51 with less than a minute to play, Lindsey Freeman converts an and-one and Cumberland knocks down their free throws down the stretch to knock off a very tough Freed-Hardeman on the road.


Wrestling

Cumberland Wrestling jumps to No. 19 in NAIA Top 20 Poll

LEBANON, Tenn. –Cumberland wrestling was one of the biggest movers in the third NAIA Top 20 Coaches' Poll jumping into the rankings at No. 19, announced by the national office on Wednesday.


Men's Golf

Men's Golf releases 2023 Spring Schedule

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland University men's golf coach Rich Williams announces the 2023 men's golf spring schedule featuring five tournaments.


Women's Tennis

Women's Tennis announces 2023 Schedule

LEBANON, Tenn. -- Cumberland women's head tennis coach Karen Martinez announces the team's 2023 schedule including eight home matches and seven matches against teams that qualified for the 2022 NAIA National Championships.


Men's Tennis

Men's Tennis announces 2023 Schedule

LEBANON, Tenn. -- Cumberland men's head tennis coach Thiago Lins announces the team's 2023 schedule including eight home matches and six matches against teams that qualified for the 2022 NAIA National Championship.


Softball

Phoenix Softball Releases 2023 Schedule

Lebanon, Tenn.-- The countdown to Phoenix softball is on and head coach Stephanie Theall has released the 2023 schedule which features four home conference series. Cumberland will face three top-25 teams, two of which made it to the 2022 NAIA National Tournament.


Esports

Cumberland Rocket League and Overwatch Team advances to NECC Conference Championship

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland Rocket League and Overwatch Team punched their ticket to the NECC Conference Championship!!


Men's Basketball

CU Drops Hard Fought Road Battle to No. 1 Thomas More

Crestview Hills, Ky.-- Cumberland fought relentlessly in all forty minutes but ultimately fell to the No. 1 Thomas More Saints on the road.


Women's Basketball

No.1 Thomas More too much for Cumberland

CRESTVIEW HILLS, Ky.--No. 1 Thomas More was just too much for Cumberland as they down the Phoenix 63-40 at the Connor Convocation Center Saturday afternoon.


Wrestling

Phoenix go 3-0 at the Midway University Duals

MIDWAY, Ky.-- Cumberland wrestling picked up three dual wins at the Midway University Duals against Pikeville, West Virginia Tech, and host Midway.


Women's Volleyball

Konkel Named to 2022 NAIA AVCA All-Region Team

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Cumberland volleyball’s Hazel Konkel has been named to the 2022 NAIA AVCA All-Region team, announced by the NAIA selection committee on Friday.


Esports

Olivier, Wilson, Rodriguez, and Preston listed on the MSC Esports Watch List

LEBANON, Tenn.-- The 2022 Mid-South Conference Esports Watch List including Preston Olivier, Logan Wilson, Dominic Rodriguez, and Ashton Preston has been released, conference officials announced Friday.


Men's Basketball

Coleman's crazy line propels CU over Wilberforce on the road, 66-58

WILBERFORCE, Ohio--Nassir Coleman posted one of the craziest lines to help Cumberland men's basketball pull away from Wilberforce and pick up a road conference win, 66-58.


Women's Basketball

Cumberland rallies in the Fourth for comeback victory at Wilberforce

WILBERFORCE, Ohio--Wilberforce led for the first three quarters, but Cumberland rallied in the final 10 minutes to overcome a seven-point deficit to rally for a 63-55 win.


Baseball

Cumberland Baseball announces 2023 Schedule

LEBANON, Tenn. – Second year Cumberland baseball head coach Ryan Hunt announces the program’s 2023 schedule, which includes 25 home games at Ernest L. Stockton Field-Woody Hunt Stadium along with 15 contests against teams that played in last year’s NAIA National Championship Opening Round.


Men's Cross Country, Women's Cross Country

McMillan tabbed as Head Cross Country Coach

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland University Director of Athletics Ron Pavan tabs Josh McMillan as the head cross country coach for the Phoenix.


Men's Basketball

Men's Basketball drops to No. 24 in NAIA Top 25

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland men’s basketball falls to No. 24 in the first regular season NAIA Top 25 polls, announced by officials Wednesday.


Men's Cross Country, Women's Cross Country

Seckel retires as Head Cross Country Coach

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland head men's and women's cross country coach steps down as the cross country coach after nine seasons.


Men's Basketball

Oakwood upsets No. 20 Cumberland, 74-73

LEBANON, Tenn.--Oakwood comes into Lebanon and knocks off the No. 20 Phoenix with a final score of 74-73 Monday evening.


Wrestling

Henry earns MSC Wrestler of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn. – Cumberland University heavyweight River Henry was voted Mid-South Conference Wrestler of the Week after posting a fall victory over Gabe Croom from Lincoln Memorial, as announced by the league office Monday.


Men's Basketball

Phoenix Fall at Home to Firehawks in Tough Conference Battle

ebanon, Tenn.-- Firehawks shoot lights out in the second half to secure a 73-64 win over CU at the Dallas Floyd Phoenix Arena.


Women's Basketball

Women's basketball cruise past UT Southern with an 80-61 win

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland dominated from the opening tip at home against their instate rival, defeating Tennessee Southern 80-61.


Men's Bowling

Men’s Bowling takes 11th at MSC Brandon Burns Memorial

SMYRNA, Tenn. – Cumberland men’s bowling competed in the MSC Brandon Burns Memorial this past weekend for their third MSC tournament of the year, finishing 11th out of 18 teams.


Wrestling

Phoenix look dominant against Lincoln Memorial winning 43-3

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland wrestling cruises to a 43-3 win in their home opener at the Dallas Floyd Phoenix Arena.


Wrestling

Three Phoenix place Top 5 at the Life Open

MARIETTA, Ga.-- Three Phoenix placed inside the Top 5 at the Wrestlers in Business Network/Life U Open hosted by Life University.


Men's Basketball

Men's Hoops cruises past Campbellsville, 93-75

LEBANON, Tenn.--Five Phoenix score double-figures as Cumberland cruises to a 93-75 win over Mid-South Conference rival Campbellsville on Saturday afternoon.


Women's Soccer

Cumberland's 2022 season comes to a close following a 2-0 loss to #4 Spring Arbor

SPRING ARBOR, Mich.-- Cumberland women's soccer (13-5-1) falls to #4 Spring Arbor University (16-1-3) in the NAIA Opening Round Championship Game.


Women's Basketball

Cumberland's Late Rally Falls Short to No. 3 Campbellsville

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland women’s basketball fought hard, but could not overcome a halftime deficit as their late rally fell short against No. 3 Campbellsville.


Women's Volleyball

WVB Drops Opening Round to Park in Three

Parkville, Mo.-- Women’s volleyball ends their season at the NAIA National Tournament opening round in a 3-0 loss to Park University.


Women's Soccer

The Road to Orange Beach goes through host Spring Arbor

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland advanced to the NAIA National Championship Second Round with a big 3-1 win over the No. 3 seed Briar Cliff in the Opening Round yesterday. The Phoenix will take on the host and No. 4 overall seed Spring Arbor tomorrow for a chance to go to Orange Beach.


Men's Golf

CU Men's Golf Recieves Votes in the Bushnell/Golfweek NAIA Coaches Poll

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Cumberland men’s golf receives votes in the Final Fall 2022 Bushnell/Golfweek NAIA Coaches Poll.


Women's Volleyball

NAIA Women's Volleyball Opening Round Preview

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Cumberland women’s volleyball gears up for their first NAIA National Tournament appearance in program history set for 1:00 pm Saturday afternoon against Park University.


Men's Cross Country

Bowers earns First Ever XC All-American at the National Championships

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.--Cumberland's Jason Bowers adds All-America to his stack of honors in his incredible freshman campaign after an 11th place finish at the NAIA National Championships. Denis Kipligat crossed in 88th for his best performaces at the meet.


Men's Basketball

Phoenix run away from Lindsey Wilson in Conference Opener

LEBANON, Tenn.--The Phoenix went on a big run at the end of the first half to pull away and down Lindsey Wilson in the conference opener 84-69 at the Dallas Floyd Phoenix Arena Thursday evening.


Women's Basketball

Phoenix open conference play with 83-70 win over Lindsey Wilson

LEBANON, Tenn–Cumberland started slow in the first, but after that it was all Phoenix in the conference opener as CU went on to defeat Lindsey Wilson, 83-70.


Women's Soccer

Women's Soccer Dominates Opening Round against Briar Cliff

Spring Arbor, Mich.-- Cumberland extends their trip in snowy Spring Arbor with a 3-1 win over Briar Cliff in the NAIA National Tournament opening round.


Wrestling

Wrestling remains Receiving Votes in the NAIA Top 20 Poll

LEBANON, Tenn. –Cumberland wrestling remains receiving votes in the first regular season NAIA Top 20, announced today by the national office.


Football

Marmolejo, Sheppard, and Hill earn Second Team All-MSC

LEBANON, Tenn.--Senior Ronaldo Marmolejo, junior Treylon Sheppard, and freshman Bryson Hill each earned a spot on the All-Mid-South Conference Second Team, announced Wednesday by the conference office.


Women's Soccer

Women's Soccer set to face off with Briar Cliff in First Round tomorrow

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland women's soccer is set for an opening-round match with Briar Cliff on Thursday at 4:00 p.m.


Football

Dallas named to MSC Football Champions of Character Team

LEBANON, Tenn. - The 2022 Mid-South Conference Football Champions of Character team has been released with Jalen Dallas as Cumberland Football's honoree, conference officials announced on Wednesday.


Men's Basketball

Men's Basketball Stays put at No. 20 in NAIA Polls

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Cumberland men’s basketball stands at No. 20 in the first regular season NAIA Top-25 polls, announced by officials Wednesday.


Football

24 Football Student-Athletes earn Academic All-Conference Honors

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland football had 24 student-athletes earn Mid-South Conference Academic All-Conference accolades, conference officials announced on Wednesday.


Men's Volleyball

Men's Volleyball 2023 Schedule Release

Lebanon, Tenn.-- In his first year as head coach, Chris Padilla has released the 2022-23 men’s volleyball schedule which features six home court appearances.


Men's Track & Field, Women's Track & Field

Track & Field Releases 2022 Schedule

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland men's and women's track and field head coach Atsu Nyamadi announces the 2022 meet schedule featuring six indoor and six outdoor meets.


Esports

Cumberland Rocket League and Overwatch Teams advance to NECC Playoffs

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland Rocket League and Overwatch Teams advance to NECC Playoffs!


Women's Soccer

Women’s Soccer earns At-Large Berth to the NAIA National Championships

LEBANON, Tenn.– Cumberland University women's soccer earns an at-Large bid to the 2022 NAIA Women's Soccer National Championship, announced by the national office Monday.


Women's Volleyball

Phoenix draw Park University for NAIA Opening Round

LEBANON, Tenn.-Cumberland Women’s Volleyball is headed to Park University for the Opening Round of the NAIA National Championships, announced by the league office on Monday.


Women's Volleyball

Women's Volleyball Sweeps Conference Championship

Bowling Green, Ky.-- Cumberland women’s volleyball makes program history with a three set sweep over No.1 seed Campbellsville University for the Mid-South Conference Champions title.


Football

No. 4 Bethel scores 27 unanswered in the second half to spoil senior day

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland football jumped out to a 17-0 lead on No. 4 Bethel, but the Wildcats scored 27-unanswered points in the second half to come-from-behind to defeat the Phoenix 27-17.


Women's Basketball

CU Women's Basketball falls 85-74 to No. 20 Rio Grande

RIO GRANDE, Ohio-- Cumberland women's basketball fought hard but ultimately fell 85-74 against No. 20 Rio Grande for their first loss of the season.


Men's Basketball

Big second half pushes Phoenix over St. Francis

PORTSMOUTH, Ohio–No. 20 Cumberland Men’s Basketball bounces back with a 69-58 over a tough St. Francis team to close out the Mid-South/Crossroads League Crossover at Shawnee State.


Women's Volleyball

WVB Defeats Bethel, Moves onto MSC Championship

Bowling Green, Ky.-- Cumberland makes program history with a 3-2 win over No.6 seed Bethel University to move onto the Mid-South Conference Championship.


Men's Basketball

CU Men's Basketball falls 72-53 against No. 14 Marian

PORTSMOUTH, Ohio-- Cumberland men's basketball dropped game one of the Mid-South Conference/Crossroads Challenge 72-53 against Marian University.


Women's Basketball

Cumberland outlasts RV Midway in 3OT, 99-98

RIO GRANDE, Ohio–Cumberland women’s basketball defeats Midway College after a triple overtime thriller, 99-98, to open up the Bevo Francis Classic hosted by Rio Grande.


Women's Volleyball

WVB Handles Shawnee, Advances to the Semifinals

Bowling Green, Ky.-- Cumberland takes down Shawnee State in four sets to advance to the Mid-South Conference Semifinals.


Men's Basketball

Men's Basketball set for Mid-South/Crossroad League Challenge

LEBANON, Tenn.--20th-ranked Cumberland Men’s Basketball is set for a huge weekend taking on perennial powerhouses Marian University and St. Francis University at the Mid-South Conference/Crossroads League Challenge hosted by Shawnee State.


Men's Cross Country

Bowers named USTFCCCA South Region Athlete of the Year

LEBANON, Tenn.--The United States Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches' Association announced their 2022 Cross Country Athletes of the Year on Friday. Freshman, Jason Bowers was named the South Region's Men Athlete of the Year after his spectacular freshman season.


Women's Volleyball

Konkel named Freshman of the Year; Five Phoenix earn All-Conference nods

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland’s Hazel Konkel was named the Mid-South Conference Women’s Volleyball Freshman of the Year. Five Phoenix were named All-Conference as Konkel and Harlee Kate Reid each earned First Team while Luciana Arena, Nicole Bott, and Isabella Curcio each were Second Team selections.


Women's Soccer

Cumberland WSOC drops to No. 17 in the Final Top-25 Poll

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland women's soccer falls three spots to No. 17 in final edition of the NAIA Top-25 Coaches' Polls, announced by the national office on Wednesday.


Men's Cross Country

Bowers and Kipligat qualify for NAIA National Championships

LEBANON, Tenn. -Jason Bowers and Denis Kipligat each were announced as qualifiers in the field at the 67th Annual NAIA Men’s Cross Country National Championship that will be held on November 18 in Tallahassee, Fla.


Esports

Cumberland Esports records a 6-3 week, with big wins over New Mexico State and Southern Illinois.

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland Esports records a 6-3 week, with big wins coming against New Mexico State and Southern Illinois.


Women's Soccer

Morris earns Back-to-Back MSC Defensive Player of the Year Award; Six Phoenix earn All-Conference honors

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberlands Grace Morris was named Mid-South Conference Defensive Player of the Year for the second straight season. Sarah Haddock, Morris, and Marie Bathe each earned First Team All-Conference honors. Sabrina Graziano and Gabby Jones were each named to the Second Team and Brenna Swiger earned Honorable Mention honors.


Men's Soccer

Four Phoenix named to MSC Men's Soccer All-Conference

LEBANON, Tenn.--Robbie Lyons, Brima Kamara, and Kam Stanley each earn First Team All-Conference accolades while Cathal Coyne was named to the Second Team, released by conference officials on Tuesday.


Women's Volleyball

Reid named to MSC Women's Volleyball Champions of Character Team

LEBANON, Tenn. – Harlee Kate Reid has been named to the Mid-South Conference Women's Volleyball Champions of Character team, conference officials released on Tuesday.


Women's Volleyball

19 Women's Volleyball Student-Athletes earn Academic All MSC

LEBANON, Tenn. -19 women's volleyball student-athletes earn Academic All MSC honors, the most in the league, conference officials announced on Tuesday.


Women's Basketball

Austin Peay runs away from CU in Exhibition

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn.—Austin Peay jumped out to a big lead in the first quarter and never looked back defeating Cumberland 81-35 in a exhibition game on the road.


Women's Golf

Women's Golf stays put at No. 6 in the NAIA Top-25

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Following a win at the Mid-South Conference Fall Preview, Cumberland women's golf stays put at No. 6 in the first edition of the NAIA Top-25 Coaches' Polls.


Women's Bowling, General, Headlines

Women's Bowling Finishes Ninth at Bowlero Southern Collegiate Classic

Austell, Ga.-- Cumberland women’s bowling took ninth place at the Bowlero Southern Collegiate Classic this past weekend, a third place finish amongst Mid-South schools.


Men's Bowling

Men's Bowling finishes 17th at Bowlero Southern Classic

AUSTELL, Ga.--Cumberland men's bowling finishes 17th at the Bowlero Southern Collegiate Classic in Austell, Georgia this past weekend.


Women's Volleyball

Cumberland Volleyball earns 2-seed in the Mid-South Conference Tournament

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Cumberland Women's Volleyball earns the No. 2 seed in the 2022 Mid-South Conference Women's Volleyball Tournament, conference officials announced on Sunday with the release of the tournament bracket.


Wrestling

Five Phoenix Place Top 5 at the Kaufman Brand Open

ST. LOUIS, Mo.--Five Phoenix placed inside the Top 5 at the season opener at the Kaufman Brand Open hosted by Maryville in St. Louis.


Women's Basketball

Phoenix stave off late run by Faulkner to go 2-0 at Faulkner Classic

MONTGOMERY, Ala.--Cumberland Women’s Basketball builds up a 10-point early and the game and staves off a late run by Faulkner to defeat the Eagles on the road 60-54.


Men's Basketball

Phoenix MBB Drops Road Exhibition to Union University

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Cumberland drops an exhibition match on the road against NCAA DII Union University.


Women's Volleyball

WVB Sweeps the Saints on Senior Day

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Women’s volleyball earns a huge senior day sweep over Thomas More to close out the regular-season.


Men's Basketball

Johnson scores 21 to help CU fend off Bryan, 70-64

LEBANON, Tenn.--It wasn’t the prettiest, but Ty’Reek Johnson and TJ Stargell score 21 and 17 to help push Cumberland to victory over Bryan College, 70-64.


Men's Soccer

Men's Soccer falls in the MSC Quarterfinals 3-0

COLUMBIA, Ky.-- Cumberland men's soccer fell on the road in the Mid-South Conference Quarterfinals 3-0 against Lindsey Wilson College.


Men's Cross Country

Phoenix XC posts Highest Finish at MSC Championships; Bowers named Runner of the Year

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.--The Phoenix take third place at the Mid-South Conference Championships as Jason Bowers wins the race to earn Mid-South Conference Runner of the Year and Freshman of the Year honors. Assistant Coach Judy Seckel was also awarded the Assistant Coach of the Year award.


Women's Cross Country

Women's XC Finishes Fifth at MSC Championships

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.--Cumberland women's cross country finishes fifth as a team at the Mid-South Conference Championships.


Women's Basketball

Women's Basketball Dominates Season Opener

Montgomery, Ala.-- Women’s basketball dominates their season opener with a on-the-road win over Thomas University.


Women's Soccer

Campbellsville takes down Cumberland in MSC Quarterfinals

LEBANON, Tenn.--Campbellsville scores three second-half goals to down the Phoenix in the Mid-South Conference Quarterfinals, 4-2.


Women's Basketball

2022-23 Women's Basketball Season Preview

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland women’s basketball is set to start this weekend at the Jimmy Faulkner Classic with a slate full of returners for fifth-year head coach Scott Blum.


Men's Cross Country

Tanui named to Champions of Character Team

LEBANON, Tenn.-- The 2022 Mid-South Conference Men's Cross Country Champions of Character team has been released with Walter Tanui earning a spot on the team, conference officials announced on Thursday.


Men's Cross Country

Harzbecker, Freeman, and Rhoden earn Academic All-Conference Nods

LEBANON, Tenn. – Jacob Harzbecker, Luke Freeman, and Ethan Rhoden each earn Mid-South Conferece Me's Cross Country Academic All-Conference nods, conference officials announced on Thursday.


Women's Cross Country

Parker named to Champions of Character Team

LEBANON, Tenn. - The 2022 Mid-South Conference Women's Cross Country Champions of Character team has been released with Samantha Parker earning a spot on the team, conference officials announced on Thursday.


Women's Cross Country

Krone and Britt named to MSC Academic All-Conference Team

LEBANON, Tenn. – Elise Krone and Hope Britt each earned Academic All-Conference honors, conference officials announced on Thursday.


Men's Soccer

Coyne Named to MSC Men's Soccer Champions of Character Team

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cathal Coyne was named to the 2022 MSC Men’s Soccer Champions of Character team released by conference officials on Wednesday.


Men's Soccer

10 Men's Soccer Student-Athletes earn MSC Academic All-Conference

LEBANON, Tenn. - Cumberland men's soccer had 10 student-athletes earn Mid-South Conference Academic All-Conference, announced by the league office on Wednesday.


Women's Soccer

Tuplin named to Mid-South Conference Women's Soccer Champions of Character Team

LEBANON, Tenn. –Ella Tuplin was named to the 2022 Mid-South Conference Women's Soccer Champions of Character team released by conference officials announced on Wednesday.


Women's Soccer

14 Women's Soccer Student-Athletes earn Academic All-Conference honors

LEBANON, Tenn. - 14 Cumberland Women's Soccer student-athletes earned Mid-South Conference Academic All-Conference. announced by the league office on Wednesday.


Women's Soccer

Women's Soccer stays put at No. 14 in Top 25

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland women's soccer stays put at No. 14 for the fifth straight week in the ninth edition of the NAIA Top 25 Coaches' Polls, announced by the national office this morning.


Men's Basketball

Cumberland holds on for tough win over Reinhardt, 76-71

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland men’s basketball opens the season with a big win over RV Reinhardt, 76-71. The Phoenix had control of the first half, but a late run by the Eagles forced CU to gut out a big win at home.


Men's Golf

Phoenix finish fifth at the MSC Fall Preview

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-- Cumberland men's golf finished the Mid-South Conference Fall Preview in fifth place after shooting a 304 in round three.


Men's Golf

Phoenix in third after Day One; Lindgreen tied for Second

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.— Cumberland men’s golf is in third after day one of the Mid South Conference Fall Preview. Christian Lindgreen is in second individually to lead the Phoenix.


Esports

Cumberland Esports Goes 5-2 on the Week Coming From a Big Win over Southwestern Oklahoma.

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland Esports records a 5-2 week, with big wins coming against Southwestern Oklahoma, and Columbia College.


Wrestling

Cumberland Coaches' Show - 2022-23 Wrestling Season Preview

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland Wrestling fans, this episode of the coaches show is a preview of the upcoming season with head coach James Hicks where he gives us his preview on this season's roster, a look at the upcoming schedule, and more.


Football

Cumberland falls 44-30 on the road

MONTGOMERY, Ala.-- Cumberland football fought hard on the road but ultimately fell 44-30 on the road against Faulkner University.


Men's Basketball

Golden Eagles run Away in the Second Half, 80-69

Cookville, Tenn.-- Cumberland led at the half by three points but Tennessee Tech posted a big second half to run away with the exhibition match 80-69.


Women's Volleyball

Women's Volleyball completes the 3-0 sweep over UT Southern

PULASKI, Tenn.-- Cumberland women's volleyball picked up the 3-0 road sweep over Tennessee Southern for their fourth straight win.


Men's Soccer

Tennessee Southern holds off Cumberland 2-1

PULASKI, Tenn.—Cumberland could not overcome two early goals by Tennessee Southern and fall on the road 2-1.


Women's Soccer

No. 14 Women’s Soccer and No. 7 Tennessee Southern ends in a scoreless draw

PULASKI, Tenn.—No. 14 Cumberland outplayed No. 7 Tennessee Southern on the road in Pulaski, but we’re unable to find the back of the net to cause a 0-0 draw.


Men's Basketball

Johnson, Stephens, and Stargell named to MSC Men's Basketball Watch List

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland Men's Basketball players TJ Stargell, Ty'Reek Johnson, and Isaac Stephens were named to the Mid=South Conference Men's Basketball Watch List for the upcoming season.


Women's Basketball

Miller, Freeman, and Rongos named to MSC Women's Basketball Watch List

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland women's basketball is set to start their season next weekend at the Faulkner Classic in Montgomery, Alabama next weekend, but before we get to that returners Lindsey Freeman, Brittany Miller, and Alaina Rongos were each named to Mid-South Conference Women's Basketball Watch List.


Men's Soccer

Men's Soccer drops out of NAIA Top 25 to Receiving Votes

LEBANON, Tenn.--After three straight polls of moving up, Cumberland men's soccer slips with a loss and falls to the receiving votes category of the NAIA Top 25 Coaches' Polls, announced by the national office on Wednesday.


Women's Soccer

Women's Soccer stays put at No. 14 for fourth straight week

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland women's soccer stays put at No. 14 for the fourth straight week in the latest NAIA Top 25 Coaches' Polls, announced by the national office this morning.


Men's Basketball

Men's Basketball Ranked Preseason No. 20 in NAIA Preseason Top 25

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland men's basketball begins the 2022-23 campaign at No. 20 in the Preseason NAIA Top 25 Coaches' Polls, announced by the national office on Wednesday.


Men's Cross Country

Bowers Picks up Fourth NAIA Runner of the Week Recognition

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Jason Bowers is named the NAIA Men’s Cross Country Runner of the Week for the fourth time this season, announced by NAIA officials this morning.


Women's Volleyball

Cumberland Picks up a 3-0 Road Victory Against Fisk

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Cumberland women's volleyball picks up a 3-0 sweep victory over Fisk University on the road.


Women's Golf

Phoenix Close Out the Fall with their Third Tournament Win

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.--Cumberland women started the day in third place but moved up two spots to claim the Mid-South Conference Fall Preview Champions after posting their best score in the final round.


Men's Basketball

Cumberland Men's Basketball 2022-23 Season Preview

LEBANON, Tenn. – The fifth season under head coach Jeremy Lewis brings high expectations after one of the best seasons for the Cumberland Men’s Basketball program. The 2022-23 team returns three starters while adding depth and size to the roster this season.


Esports

Cumberland Esports Goes 6-2 on the Week Coming From a Big Win over Waldorf University.

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland Esports records a 6-2 week, with big wins coming against Waldorf University, and Baker College.


Women's Golf

Phoenix in Third after Day One of the MSC Fall Preview

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.—Anna Krieger sits in second place as they Phoenix are in third trailing the leader by six strokes after the first day of the Mid-South Conference Fall Preview


Men's Track & Field, Wrestling, Women's Golf, Women's Track & Field, Esports, General

Cumberland Athletics Champions Night set for November 1

LEBANON. Tenn.-- Cumberland athletics will be honoring the accomplishments of two teams and four individuals with a commemorative champions night on Tuesday, November 1.


Men's Cross Country

Bowers Earns Fifth MSC Runner of the Week Award

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Jason Bowers is selected as the Mid-South Conference Men's Cross Country Runner of the Week for the fifth time this season, announced by conference officials this afternoon.


Women's Bowling, General

Women's Bowling finishes in Ninth at MSC Cincinnati Classic

FAIRFIELD, Ohio - Cumberland Women’s Bowling finished in ninth place at the MSC Women's Bowling Cincinnati Classic Sunday at Northwest Lanes.


Men's Bowling

Men's Bowling finishes 10th at MSC Cincinnati Classic

FAIRFIELD, Ohio – Cumberland men’s bowling took 10th place at the Mid-South Conference Cincinnati Classic at RollHouse Fairfield this past weekend.


Men's Soccer

Georgetown snaps CU's 11-match Unbeaten Streak

GEORGETOWN, Ky. – Georgetown College snaps No. 21 Cumberland’s 11-match unbeaten streak with a 2-1 win at Toyota Stadium on Sunday afternoon.


Women's Soccer

Three First Half Goals Give No. 14 Phoenix a 3-0 win at Georgetown

GEORGETOWN, Ky. – 14-ranked Cumberland women’s soccer scored three first half goals in a 3-0 victory over Georgetown College at Toyota Stadium Sunday afternoon.


Football

No. 3 Lindsey Wilson pulled away from Cumberland in the second half, 27-3

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland held tightly in the first half, but No. 3 Lindsey Wilson pulled away in the second half to get a 27-3 win over CU at Nokes-Lasater.


Women's Cross Country

Rivera and Wilkerson set season bests at NAIA Great Lakes Challenge

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.—Dani Rivera and Sarah Wilkerson each set season best times to lead Cumberland at the NAIA Great Lakes Challenge.


Men's Cross Country

Bowers continues to dazzle setting the course record at NAIA Great Lakes Challenge

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.--Freshman Jason Bowers continues to stack up accomplishments and medals in his first season winning the NAIA Great Lakes Challenge and setting a new course record.


Women's Volleyball

WVB Takes Down Campbellsville in Five

Campbellsville, Ky.-- Cumberland takes down first place conference holders Campbellsville University in an exciting five set match.


Wrestling

Wrestling is Receiving Votes in the NAIA Top 20 Preseason Poll

LEBANON, Tenn. – Cumberland begins the 2022-23 season receiving votes in the NAIA Top 20, announced today by the national office.


Women's Volleyball

Cumberland WVB tops Lindsey Wilson on the Road

Columbia, Ky.-- Cumberland earns a huge five set victory to take down Lindsey Wilson College for the second time this season.


Men's Soccer

Cumberland Men's Soccer picks up a 2-0 Road Victory

PORTSMOUTH, Ohio-- Cumberland men's soccer picks up a hard-fought road win over Shawnee State University 2-0.


Women's Soccer

Four different Phoenix score goals in 4-0 shutout over Shawnee State

PORTSMOUTH, Ohio–14-ranked Cumberland women’s soccer picks up a 4-0 win over Shawnee State featuring four different goal scorers in the conference road victory.


Men's Soccer

Men's Soccer Continues to Move Up taking No. 21 in the latest Top 25 Poll

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland men's soccer moves up four spots to No. 21 in the seventh edition of the NAIA Top-25 Coaches' Polls, announced by the national office on Wednesday.


Women's Soccer

Women's Soccer Remains No. 14 for third straight Poll

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland women's soccer stays put at No. 14 for the third straight week in the latest NAIA Top 25 Coaches' Polls, announced by the national office this morning.


Women's Golf

Final Day of TPC Deere Run Invitational is Canceled

SILVIS, Ill.--Day two of the TPC Deere Run Invitational has been canceled due to teams setting early flight times and unable to start later in the day to allow the course conditions to get better.


Women's Golf

CU Women tied for fourth at TPC Deere Run Invitational

SILVIS, Ill.—Phoenix Women’s golf is tied for fourth place after day one of the TPC Deere Run Invitational.


Esports

Cumberland Esports Goes 7-1 on the Week Coming From a Big Win over Purdue University.

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland Esports records a 7-1 week, with big wins coming against Purdue University, and North Alabama.


Women's Volleyball

Konkel Named MSC Defender of the Week

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Freshman middle hitter Hazel Konkel garners Mid-South Conference Defensive Player of the Week recognition.


Men's Tennis

Hrzic and Kelo win 6-4, 4-1 in Day Three

ROME, Ga.-- Adrijan Hrzic and Pavel Kelo defeated Martin Carrizo and Soufiane El Mesbahi to finish top 10 nationally in the NAIA.


Football

Thomas More seals win late to down the Phoenix, 24-16

CRESTVIEW HILLS, Ky.--Trailing 17-6 at the half, Cumberland put up 10 points in the third quarter, but an interception set up a fourth quarter touchdown by Thomas More to pull out the 24-16 win.


Women's Volleyball

Women's Volleyball Splits day two of Spartan Invite

St. Louis, Mo.-- Women’s volleyball splits day two of the Spartan Invite with a win over St. Ambrose University and a loss to No. 4 Missouri Baptist University.


Women's Volleyball

Women's Volleyball Drops to Trinity International in Four Sets

St. Louis, Mo.-- Women’s volleyball drops in four set battle against Trinity International University at the Spartan Invite.


Men's Tennis

Hrzic and Kelo Bounce Back With a Win to Advance to Day Three

ROME, Ga.--Adrijan Hrzic and Pavel Kelo bounce back with a huge win over Michael Beltran and Martin Millos from McPherson to advance to the West bracket Quarterfinals.


Women's Golf

Women's Golf moves up to No. 5 in the WGCA Poll

LEBANON, Tenn.--Following the first three tournaments of the season, Cumberland women's golf has moved up to No. 5 in the Mizuno Women's Golf Coaches Association's Top 10 Poll.


Women's Volleyball

Women's Volleyball Sweeps Bethel at Home

Lebanon, Tenn– Cumberland women’s volleyball earns their seventh 3-0 conference sweep of the season with a redemption win over Bethel University.


Men's Tennis

Kelo and Hrzic fall in First Round; Take on McPherson duo tomorrow

ROME, Ga.--Adrijan Hrzic and Pavel Kelo fought hard against the top seed from Georgia Gwinnett, but ultimately lost in straight sets in the first round of the ITA Cup.


Football

Capps playing in the X-League in Japan

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland football alum Jace Capps is playing overseas in Japan's X-League for the Nojima Sagamihara Rise.


Men's Bowling

Charlton takes third at the Orange & Black

BEAVERCREEK, Ohio--Matthew Charlton took third place individually as the Phoenix took seventh of 21 teams at the Orange & Black Classic hosted by Pikeville.


Women's Cross Country, Women's Track & Field

Rivera to represent Team Paraguay at South American Games

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland sophomore cross country and track and field member Dani Rivera to represent team Paraguay at the Asuncion 2022 South American Games set for this weekend in her home country.


Football, Headlines

George Plaster Moderates Discussion Panel With Tim Tebow at Cumberland University

Cumberland University hosted a discussion panel in Baird Chapel with two-time national champion, first-round NFL draft pick, Heisman Trophy winner, and author Tim Tebow and Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame inductee George Plaster.


Men's Soccer

Rain Dampens Men's Soccer Senior Day

LEBANON, Tenn.--The Cumberland men's soccer match was suspended due to lightning in the area ending the game in a 1-1 draw against Mid-South rival Thomas More.


Women's Soccer

Women's Soccer tops Thomas More on Senior day

Lebanon, Tenn.-- No. 14 Cumberland comes out on top with a 3-1 win over Thomas More on senior day.


Women's Soccer

Cumberland women's soccer stays put at No. 14 in NAIA Top-25

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland women's soccer stays put at No. 14 in the sixth edition of the NAIA Top 25 Coaches' Polls, announced by the national office this morning.


Men's Soccer

Men's Soccer enters the Top 25 at No. 25

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland men's soccer moves into the Polls at No. 25 in the sixth edition of the NAIA Top-25 Coaches' Polls, announced by the national office on Wednesday.


Women's Volleyball

Phoenix Handle Lions at Home in 3-0 Victory

Lebanon, Tenn.– Cumberland handles Freed-Hardeman at home with a 3-0 sweep on faculty appreciation night.


Men's Tennis

Hrzic and Kelo earn At-Large Bid to ITA Cup

LEBANON, Tenn.--Adrijan Hrzic and Pavel Kelo earned an at-large berth to the NAIA ITA Cup set to begin this Thursday in Rome, Ga. The draws were released today and the duo will take on No. 1 seed Paras Dahiya and Dhakshineswar from Georgia Gwinnett.


Men's Cross Country

Bowers repeats as MSC Runner of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn.-- For the fourth time this season, Jason Bowers has been selected as the Mid-South Conference Men's Cross Country Runner of the Week, league officials announced Monday.


Men's Soccer

Stanley repeats as MSC Offensive Player of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland forward Kam Stanley earned the Mid-South Conference Offensive Player of the Week award for the second straight week, announced Monday by the league office.


Men's Golf

Clayton and Scullion tie for 13th at Bojangles Invitational

VONORE, Tenn. - Seth Clayton and Tom Scullion tie for 13th in a fifth place finish for the men’s golf team at the Bojangles Invitational hosted by Tennessee Wesleyan.


Football

Phoenix set scoring record in Homecoming Win over Campbellsville

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland sets the record for points in a game since the resurgence of the football program in 1990 posting 65 points in a big homecoming win over Mid-South rival Campbellsville for their first conference win. Prior to the start of the game Tim Tebow spoke to a full crowd of 4,172 people at Nokes-Lasater.


Men's Soccer

CU men's soccer plays to 1-1 draw against No. 13 UC on the road

WILLIAMSBURG, Ky.-- RV Cumberland men's soccer (7-1-2, 4-0-2 MSC) took on the no. 13 Cumberlands Patriots (7-2-3, 4-0-2 MSC) in a road match on Saturday night. The two teams played to a 1-1 draw in the match and remain tied for first place in the conference with 14 points each.


Men's Golf

CU Men's Golf Sits Fifth at Bojangles Invitational

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Men’s golf sits in fifth place after day one of the Bojangles Intercollegiate in Venore, Tenn.


Women's Tennis

Cumberland WTENN finishes as the MSC Fall Tournament Runner-up

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Cumberland women's tennis falls 6-1 to the University of the Cumberlands to finish runner-up in the Mid-South Conference Fall Championships.


Men's Tennis

CU Men's Tennis claims the MSC Fall Championship

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. - Cumberland men's tennis captured the Mid-South Conference Fall Tournament title with a 5-2 victory over the University of the Cumberlands.


Women's Soccer

Cumberland WSOC falls 3-1 on the road to No. 4 Patriots

WILLIAMSBURG, Ky.-- No. 14 Phoenix women's soccer (4-2) hit the road on Saturday, where they fell 3-1 to the no. 4 Cumberlands Patriots (10-0-3, 5-0-1 MSC). The match was a big one in terms of conference standings putting the Phoenix in second place, four points behind the first-place Patriots.


Women's Cross Country

Women’s Cross Country takes Seventh at Brescia Invitational

OWENSBORO, Ky.-Cumberland Women’s cross country takes seventh place at the Brescia Invitational Friday afternoon.


Men's Cross Country

Bowers wins again; Kipligat takes Third at Brescia Invitational

OWENSBORO, Ky.-Jason Bowers and Denis Kipligat place Top 3 to lead the Phoenix to a fifth place finish at the Brescia Invitational.


Women's Tennis

CU Women's Tennis wins 4-3 to advance to the MSC Fall Championship

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-- Cumberland women’s tennis defeated Campbellsville University in a tough 4-3 match in the first round of the Mid-South Conference Fall Championships.


Men's Tennis

Cumberland Men's Tennis advances to the MSC Fall Championship

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-- Cumberland men’s tennis records a dominant 7-0 win over Campbellsville University in round one of the Mid-South Conference Fall Championships.


Women's Golf

Women's Golf moves up to No. 6 in the NAIA Top-25

LEBANON, Tenn.--Following back-to-back tournament wins, Cumberland women's golf has moved up to No. 6 in the first edition of the NAIA Top-25 Coaches' Poll.


Women's Volleyball

Phoenix Sweep Pikeville in Three Sets

Pikeville, Ky.-- Cumberland earns their fifth conference sweep in a 3-0 win over the University of Pikeville.


Women's Volleyball

Cumberland Falls in Five to the Patriots

Lebanon, Tenn.-- The Phoenix (12-5, 5-3) drop a tough five set road battle to the University of the Cumberlands.


Men's Cross Country

Cumberland Men's Cross Country Receives Votes in the NAIA Top 25

LEBANON, Tenn.--For the first time in four years, Cumberland men's cross country enters the NAIA Top 25 in the receiving votes category, released by the National association on Thursday.


Men's Basketball

NAIA Hoops Report tabs Cumberland Basketball Preseason No. 11

LEBANON, Tenn.--It is never too early to gear up for basketball season and the NAIA Hoops Report released their first edition ever of the NAIA Hoops Report Preseason Magazine. The media group has tabbed Cumberland men's basketball as the No. 11 team in their Preseason Poll.


Men's Cross Country

Bowers named NAIA Runner of the Week for the Third Time

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Jason Bowers has been selected as the NAIA Men's Cross Country Runner of the Week for the third time, NAIA officials announced Monday.


Women's Soccer

Women's Soccer Moves to No. 14 in NAIA Top-25

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland women's soccer moves up to No. 14 in the fifth edition of the NAIA Top 25 Coaches' Polls, announced by the national office this morning.


Men's Soccer

Men's Soccer is back Receiving Votes in the NAIA Top 25

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland men's soccer is the first team in the receiving votes category in the fifth edition of the NAIA Top-25 Coaches' Polls, announced by the national office on Wednesday.


Women's Golf

Women's Golf wins the Music City Invitational for the Second Straight Year

GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn.--Cumberland women’s golf took home first place at the Music City Invitational for the second straight year at Twelve Stones Golf Club.


Men's Golf

Men's Golf finishes 8th at the Music City Invitational

GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn.--Cumberland men slip two spots to finish in eighth place at the Music City Invitational at Twelve Stones Golf Course on Tuesday.


Men's Soccer

Stanley's Hat Trick helps the Phoenix push past Pikeville 5-2

PIKEVILLE, Ky.-- Cumberland men's soccer extends their winning streak to four games after defeating the University of Pikeville on the road 5-2.


Women's Soccer

Cumberland Dominates Pikeville in 4-0 Victory

Pikeville, Ky.-- Cumberland posts their third straight win with a 4-0 victory over the University of Pikeville. This is their fourth shutout win of the season.


Women's Golf

Women's Golf leads the Music City Invitational by 14 strokes

GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn.--Phoenix women sit in first place after day one of the Music City Invitational hosted at Twelve Stones Golf Club.


Men's Golf

Scullion leads the Field after Day One

GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn.--Freshman Tom Scullion leads the field through 29 holes as the second round of day one was cut short due to darkness.


Esports

Cumberland Esports Goes 4-2 on the Week Coming From a Big Win over Murray State.

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland Esports put together another impressive week, finishing with a 4-1 record overall, coming from a big win against Murray State.


Women's Soccer

Morris Garners Defender of the Week Recognition

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Cumberland defender Grace Morris earns Mid-South Conference Defensive Player of the week, as announced by the league this afternoon.


Men's Soccer

Stanley earns MSC Offensive Player of the Week Honors

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland's Kam Stanley earned the Mid-South Conference Offensive Player of the Week award for his efforts against Freed-Hardeman University and Bethel University, announced Monday by the league office.


Men's Cross Country

Bowers Garners Third MSC Runner of the Week Award

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Jason Bowers garners third MSC Cross Country Runner of the Week honors, as announced by conference officials this afternoon.


Women's Volleyball

Cumberland Earns Dominant Victory over Shawnee State

Lebanon, Tenn.--The Phoenix posts a dominant 3-0 sweep over the Shawnee State Bears, their second conference sweep in a row.


Football

Phoenix fall in a low scoring battle 10-6

WILLIAMSBURG, Ky.-- The Phoenix fall in a defensive battle to the University of the Cumberlands 10-6 despite a season-high five sacks.


Men's Soccer

Men's Soccer has Statement Win over No. 23 Bethel

LEBANON, Tenn.--Brima Kamara and Kam Stanley each net two goals en route to a statement win over No. 23 Bethel University at Lindsey Donnell Stadium Saturday afternoon.


Women's Soccer

Douglas propels Cumberland to victory with two goals

LEBANON, Tenn.--Macy Douglas scores two goals to propel Cumberland to a 2-1 victory over Mid-South Conference rival Bethel University at Lindsey Donnell Stadium Saturday afternoon.


Women's Volleyball

Curcio has 14 kills as Phoenix Sweep Georgetown

Lebanon, Tenn.-- The Phoenix pick up their fourth conference win with a three set sweep over Georgetown College.


Women's Cross Country

Women's Cross Country finishes 45th at 'Live in Lou' Louisville XC Classic

LOUISVILLE, Ky.--The Cumberland women's cross country team finished 45th in a loaded field at the 'Live in Lou' Louisville Cross Country Classic put on by the Louisville Sports Commission.


Men's Cross Country

Bowers dominates field taking first place at Louisville Cross Country Classic

LOUISVILLE, Ky.--Freshman Jason Bowers continues to shine winning the 'Live in Lou' Louisville Cross Country Classic put on by the Louisville Sports Commission on Saturday morning.


Men's Volleyball

Moeller Named Men's Volleyball Assistant

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Cumberland men’s volleyball head coach Chris Padilla announces Raegan Moeller as his new assistant coach.


Men's Soccer

Men's Soccer shutouts Freed-Hardeman for Three Points

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland men’s soccer rolls past Freed-Hardeman, 3-0, running their unbeaten streak to six matches.


Women's Soccer

No. 15 Cumberland posts clean sheet over Freed-Hardeman

LEBANON, Tenn.--15th-ranked Cumberland women’s soccer gets back in the win column with a 2-0 clean sheet over conference foe Freed-Hardeman.


Women's Soccer

Women's Soccer Drops to No. 15 in NAIA Top 25

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland women's soccer dropped two spots to No. 15 in the fifth edition of the NAIA Top 25 Coaches' Polls, announced by the national office this morning.


Men's Golf

CU Men's Golf wraps up the Invite at Innisbrook

Tampa, Fla.--Cumberland men’s golf finishes 16th at The Invite at Innisbrook in Tampa, Fla. The Phoenix were led by Tom Scullion, who tied for a 40th place finish.


Women's Golf

Krieger earns MSC Women's Golfer of the Week after First Career Win

LEBANON, Tenn. – Cumberland sophomore Anna Krieger was named Mid-South Conference Women’s Golfer of the Week for the second time this season, released by Mid-South Conference officials on Monday.


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Rise Above Speaker Series - Tim Tebow

Director of Athletics Ron Pavan sits down with WSMV sports anchor Chris Harris to talk about the Rise Above Series Speaker, Tim Tebow.


Men's Bowling

Men's Bowling finished 13th at the MSC Baker Bash

RICHMOND, Ky. – Cumberland men's bowling finished 13h in their season opener at the MSC Baker Shootout at Galaxy Lanes.


Men's Soccer

Phoenix pick up big 3-1 win over Lindsey Wilson

LEBANON, Tenn.--Robbie Lyons scored to give the Phoenix the lead at the half and Brima Kamara and Cathal Coyne buried second half goals to get a 3-1 win over Lindsey Wilson at Lindsey Donnell Stadium.


Women's Soccer

Cumberland falls to No. 22 Lindsey Wilson

Lebanon, Tenn.-- No. 13 Cumberland drops in an intense, physical battle against No. 22 Lindsey Wilson College.


Women's Volleyball

Bethel edges Cumberland in Five Sets on the Road

MCKENZIE, Tenn.--Cumberland women’s volleyball picked up the first two sets, but Bethel took the next three for the reverse sweep over the Phoenix in Crisp Arena.


Football

No. 8 Georgetown blanks Cumberland, 24-0

LEBANON, Tenn.--No. 8 Georgetown shuts out Cumberland at home with stellar defensive play, 24-0.


Women's Golf

Women's Golf moves up to No. 7 in the WGCA Poll

LEBANON, Tenn.--Following the first two tournaments of the season, Cumberland women's golf has moved up to No. 7 in the Mizuno Women's Golf Coaches Association's Top 10 Poll.


Wrestling

Phoenix Wrestling Releases 2022-23 Schedule

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Phoenix Wrestling Head Coach James Hicks announces the 2022-23 schedule, which includes five home appearances and the annual Cumberland Open at the Dallas Floyd Phoenix Arena.


Women's Soccer

Women's Soccer Continues to Move Up in NAIA Top 25

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland women's soccer moves up two spots to No. 13 in the fourth edition of the NAIA Top 25 Coaches' Polls, announced by the national office this morning.


Men's Cross Country

Bowers named NAIA Runner of the Week for the Second Time

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Jason Bowers has been selected as the NAIA Men's Cross Country Runner of the Week for the second time, NAIA officials announced Monday.


Women's Volleyball

Cumberland Handles Freed 3-0 on the Road

Lebanon, Tenn-- RV Cumberland takes down Freed-Hardeman 3-0, earning them their third conference win of the season. The Phoenix were heavily reliant on their middle hitters Hazel Konkel and Luciana Arena, who scored 10 and 9 kills a piece.


Men's Soccer

Phoenix and Tigers draw in MSC Opener

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland men’s soccer and Campbellsville battled it out for 90 minutes ending in a 1-1 draw.


Women's Golf

Cumberland Wins Carey Collegiate; Krieger Comes Out on Top

HATTIESBURG, Miss.-- Anna Krieger tops the leaderboard to contribute to the Phoenix win at the Carey Collegiate Classic.


Women's Soccer

Campbell's late-game heroics gives the Phoenix a 3-2 win

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Becca Campbell records a game winning header in the final minute of the game to defeat #25 Campbellsville University.


Women's Golf

Phoenix lead after Day One; Krieger and Hermansson tied for first

HATTIESBURG, Miss.--Emma Hermansson and Anna Krieger lead the Phoenix to the top of the leaderboard after day one of the Carey Collegiate.


Men's Track & Field, Women's Track & Field

Francis named Track & Field Assistant Coach

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland's track & field head coach Atsu Nyamadi announces Cecilia Francis as the new assistant coach.


Men's Cross Country

Bowers earns MSC Runner of the Week for the Second Time

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Jason Bowers has been selected as the Mid-South Conference Men's Cross Country Runner of the Week for the second time, conference officials announces Monday.


Esports

Cumberland Esports Caps Another Undefeated Week

Lebanon, Tenn.- Cumberland Esports secures its second undefeated week with wins against Roger State and East Stroudsburg.


Men's Tennis

Pavel Kelo finishes ITA Southeast Regional runner-up

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-- Cumberland men's and women's tennis wrapped up the ITA Southeast Regionals, Freshman Pavel Kelo was the tournament runner-up.


Football

Pikeville outduels Cumberland on the road, 47-37

PIKEVILLE, Ky.--Lee Kirkland and the Pikeville Bears hang 47 points and 662 offensive yards to outduel the Phoenix, 47-24.


Men's Tennis

Hrzic and Kelo move on to day three for the ITA Semifinals

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-- After day two of the ITA Southeast Regional, the doubles team of Pavel Kelo and Adrijan Hrzic picked up wins to move on, and individually Kelo advanced to the semi-finals.


Women's Tennis

Jessica Hernandez Advances to Semifinals

Bowling Green, Ky.-- Jessica Hernandez advances to the semifinals of the singles bracket at the ITA Southeast Regional in Bowling Green, Kentucky.


Men's Tennis

Six Phoenix advance to day two of the ITA Southeast Regional

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.-- After day one of the ITA Southeast Regional, all of the doubles teams picked up wins to move on and three singles advanced to the third round.


Women's Tennis

Seven Phoenix Advance at ITA Southeast Regionals

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.--Three Cumberland doubles teams and two Phoenix singles remain after day one of the ITA Southeast Regional.


Men's Cross Country

Bowers shatters 8k school record at the North Alabama Showcase

HUNTSVILLE, Ala.-- Freshman Jason Bowers sets a new 8k school record with his seventh-place finish at the North Alabama Showcase.


Women's Cross Country

Kibiwott Leads Women's XC at North Alabama Showcase

Huntsville, Ala.-- Cumberland women’s cross country were met with some fierce competition at the Northern Alabama Showcase. The team finished in 34th place out of 43 teams overall.


Women's Volleyball

The Phoenix Sweep the Firehawks 3-0

Lebanon, Tenn.-- The Phoenix sweep Tennessee Southern in three sets to bring home their second conference win of the season. Leading the way was Harlee Kate Reid and Lauren Galvan each with 12 kills. Reid registered a double-double, recording a team-high of 14 digs.


Women's Soccer

Cumberland Cruises Past Missouri Baptist

LEBANON, Tenn.-- No. 15 Cumberland dominates the second half to earn a 3-1 win over the Missouri Baptist Spartans. Brenna Swiger, Grace Morris, and Ao Yamada each contributed a goal to secure the Phoenix win. Sabrina Graziano saved two of the three Spartan attempts in goal.


Women's Volleyball

Volleyball receives votes in NAIA Top 25

LEBANON, Tenn.--For the first time since the 1997 season, the Cumberland women's volleyball team has entered the receiving votes category of the NAIA Top 25 polls, released by the national office on Wednesday.


Women's Soccer

Women's Soccer Moves to No. 15 in NAIA Top 25

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland women's soccer moves up to No. 15 in the third edition of the NAIA Top 25 Coaches' Polls, announced by the national office this morning.


Men's Golf

CU Men's Golf wraps up the Coastal Georgia Fall Invitational

WAVERLY, Ga.--Cumberland men's golf jumped up two spots to tie for 11th after posting their best score in the final round with a 291 at the Coastal Georgia Fall Invitational.


Football

Football Receives Votes in First Regular Season Top 25 Poll

LEBANON, Tenn.- Cumberland football entered the polls this week in the receiving votes category for the first time since week five in the 2019 season, released by the national office Monday afternoon.


Men's Golf

Men's Golf opens season at Coastal Georgia Fall Invitational

WAVERLY, Ga.--Cumberland men's golf opened the 2022-23 season today in a stacked field at Sanctuary Cove Golf Club as a part of the Coastal Georgia Fall Invitational.


Women's Soccer

Graziano named MSC Defensive Player of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland goalkeeper Sabrina Graziano earned Mid-South Conference Defensive Player of the Week, as announced by the league office on Monday.


Women's Golf

Krieger named MSC Women's Golfer of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn. – Cumberland sophomore Anna Krieger was named Mid-South Conference Women’s Golfer of the Week on Monday after her second-place finish at the Players Club Invitational last week.


Football

WSMV4's Chris Harris to Moderate Tim Tebow Discussion at Cumberland University

LEBANON, Tenn. - WSMV4’s sports anchor Chris Harris will moderate Cumberland University’s Rise Above discussion panel with Tim Tebow on Oct. 8 at 6:30 p.m. in Baird Chapel.


Esports

Cumberland Esports Defeats University of Alabama in Undefeated Week

Lebanon, Tenn.- Cumberland Esports sweeps the week with a 5-0 record, coming from big wins against New Mexico State, and University of Alabama!


Women's Volleyball

Cumberland Falls to Campbellsville in Five sets

Lebanon, Tenn– Cumberland loses five set battle against Campbellsville University, giving them an even conference record of 1-1.


Women's Golf

Krieger and Hermansson tie for Second; Women's Golf takes third at Players Club Invitational

YORKTOWN, Ind.--Anna Krieger and Emma Hermansson shined on day two tying for second place individually helping Cumberland secure a third place finish at the Players Club Invitational.


Men's Soccer

Kamara's multi-goal performance helps push the Phoenix past Marian

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind.-- Cumberland men's soccer defeats Marian University thanks to a two-goal performance by sophomore forward, Brima Kamara.


Women's Soccer

No. 17 Cumberland unable overcome first half goals from No. 1 Keiser

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.--Sarah Haddock scored in the second half, but Cumberland was unable to recover after getting down to No. 1 Keiser 2-0 in the first half losing on the road, 2-1.


Women's Golf

Women's Golf in third after two rounds at the Player's Club Invitational

YORKTOWN, Ind.--No. 8 women’s golf started the fall by shooting a 303 in the first round and improving that mark by three strokes with a 300 in the second round of the Players Club Invitational.


Women's Volleyball

Women's Volleyball Takes Down Lindsey Wilson

Lebanon, Tenn-- Cumberland takes down RV Lindsey Wilson College in a four set battle. The Phoenix had three attackers post double digit kills with Harlee Kate Reid recording a season high of 16, followed by Izzy Curcio and Lauren Galvan each with 11.


Women's Soccer

Women's Soccer Drops to No. 17 in NAIA Polls

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland women's soccer drops one spot to No. 17 in the latest edition of the NAIA Top-25 Coaches' Polls, announced by the national office this morning.


Men's Cross Country

Bowers earns NAIA National Runner of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Jason Bowers continues to add accolades after just his first race with Cumberland, earning NAIA Men's Cross Country Runner of the Week, the national office releases Wednesday.


Men's Soccer

Men’s Soccer’s Match at Delta State Determined a No Contest

CLEVELAND, Miss.--Cumberland men's soccer match on the road at Delta State was determined a no-contest after 50 minutes of play. The Phoenix and Statesman were locked in a defensive battle at the time of suspension.


Football

Football on Saturday at Reinhardt Canceled

LEBANON, Tenn.--In light of the tragic accident this past Sunday, Cumberland football will cancel the game for this upcoming Saturday between CU and Reinhardt.


Women's Soccer

Swiger scores two goals in 4-1 win over No. 19 Truett McConnell

MURFREESBORO, Tenn.--No. 16 Cumberland scores two early goals to take down No. 19 Truett McConnell, 3-1 at Siegel Soccer Complex Monday afternoon.


Men's Cross Country

Bowers named MSC Men's XC Runner of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Jason Bowers has been selected as the Mid-South Conference Men's Cross Country Runner of the Week, conference officials announces Monday.


Football, General

Director of Athletics Ron Pavan issues Statement on Tragic Car Accident

It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that we have notified all members of our cherished university- our students, faculty, and staff that five members of our campus community were involved in an extremely serious and fatal auto accident early Sunday morning in Rutherford County after our football game against Webber International.


Football

Phoenix comeback in Fourth to down Webber 25-24

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland football rallies for two scores in the fourth quarter to overcome a late deficit and escape with an exciting 25-24 win over Webber International to improve to 2-0 on the season.


Women's Volleyball

Phoenix Finish the Weekend Undefeated

Lebanon, Tenn.--Cumberland Women's Volleyball finishes the weekend undefeated after taking down Trinity Christian and IU-Kokomo on day two of the Liz Hozzler Labor Day Classic.


Men's Soccer

Azar's two goal performance leads the Phoenix to 5-0 win

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland men's soccer battled through an hour of rain delays to put on a show in all aspects of the game, winning 5-0 against IU East.


Men's Cross Country

Bowers takes first place at the Redhawks XC Invitational

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo.-- Freshman Jason Bowers takes home first place at the Redhawks XC Invitational in his first career race.


Women's Cross Country

Cumberland Women's XC finishes fourth at the Redhawks XC Invitational

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo.-- Cumberland women's cross country finishes 4th at the Redhawks XC Invitational hosted by NCAA Division I Southeast Missouri State University.


Women's Volleyball

Phoenix sweep Bethel and Grace to start Liz Hozzler Labor Day Classic

MISHAWAKA, Ind.--Cumberland women’s volleyball started the Liz Hozzler Labor Day Classic with two big wins over Grace College and the host RV Bethel University.


Women's Cross Country

Three tabbed to MSC Women's XC Watch List

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Elise Krone, Kasey Quezada, and Daniela Rivera were each tabbed to the 2022 Women's Cross Country Watch List, conference officials released Friday.


Men's Cross Country

Kipligat, Freeman, and Bowers named to MSC Men's XC Watch List

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Denis Kipligat, Luke Freeman, and newcomer Jason Bowers have each been named to the 2022 Men's Cross Country Watch List, conference officials stated Friday.


Men's Soccer

Men's Soccer Time Change Tomorrow

LEBANON, Tenn. – Game time for Cumberland’s soccer match Saturday against IU-East at Lindsey Donnell Stadium-Kirk Field has been moved to 1 p.m. CT, trying to beat the thunderstorms rain in the forecast, as announced Friday by the athletic department.


Women's Golf

CU Trio named to MSC Women's Golf Watch List

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.– Juniors Emma Hermansson and Nathalie Nutu, and freshman newcomer Caitlyn Bilham were each named to the 2022 Women's Golf Watch List, conference officials announced Thursday.


Men's Golf

Three named to MSC Men's Golf Watch List

BOWLING GREEN, Ky.– The Mid-South Conference has released the 2022 Men's Golf Watch List, conference officials announced Thursday.


Women's Soccer

Jimenez's second-half score provides 1-0 win

ATHENS, Tenn.--16-ranked Cumberland women’s soccer started slow on the road against Tennessee Wesleyan, but were able to push across a goal from Evelyn Jimenez in the 70th minute to escape Athens with a 1-0 win.


Women's Volleyball

Phoenix fall in four at Bryan

LEBANON, Tenn.--In their first true road test, Cumberland could not overcome errors and fall on the road in four sets to Bryan.


Men's Track & Field, Women's Track & Field

Scales resigns as Head T&F Coach; Nyamadi promoted to Interim Head Coach

LEBANON, Tenn.--Director of Athletics Ron Pavan announces that head men's and women's track and field coach Mardy Scales is resigning effective September 9. Assistant Coach Atsu Nyamadi will be promoted to Interim Head coach starting on Septemebr 12.


Football

Griffin earns MSC Defensive Player of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland safety Trevor Griffin earns Mid-South Conference Defensive Player of the Week honors for his performance in the 34-7 win over Point, as announced by the league office.


Men's Soccer

Cumberland Men's Soccer Bounces Back With 4-0 win

LEBANON, Tenn-- Four Cumberland players recorded their first goals of the season to lock in a win against Union College.


Football

Cumberland opens season with big 34-7 win

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland scored four touchdowns in the final three minutes of the second quarter to propel the Phoenix to a 34-7 win over Point University in the season opener at Nokes-Lasater Field.


Women's Golf

Women's Golf Preseason Ranked No. 8

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland women’s golf starts the season ranked No. 8 in the NAIA Preseason Coaches’ Poll released Friday by the national office.


Football

2022 Football Season Preview

LEBANON, Tenn.--Tomorrow opens up a new season for Cumberland football with several key returners with a slew of newcomers eager to put together a great season.


Football

Six Phoenix named to MSC Football Watch List

LEBANON, Tenn.--Six members of the Cumberland football team have been named to the Mid-South Conference Watch List, conference officials announced on Thursday.


Women's Soccer

Cumberland Women's Soccer Secures Season Opener Win

LEBANON, Tenn-- Number 16 Cumberland dominates season opener, taking down the Bryan College Lions 8-0.


Wrestling

Phoenix Wrestling Announces 2022-23 Class

Lebanon, Tenn.-- Cumberland Wrestling head coach James Hicks releases his 2022-23 recruiting class.


Women's Soccer

Campbell named WPSL Southeast Region Defensive Player of the Year

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland defender Becca Campbell has been named the Women's Premier Soccer League's Southeast Region Defensive Player of the Year for the second straight season.


Men's Soccer

Cumberland Falls to Life in Season Opener

LEBANON, Tenn.-- The Phoenix fell short in a physical battle against the Life University Running Eagles 2-1 in the season opener at home.


Women's Volleyball

Shea Moore Earns MSC Defender of the Week

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland's Shea Moore was voted Mid-South Conference Defender of the Week after helping the Phoenix to a 3-1 weekend at the Chick-Fil-A Classic.


Men's Soccer

Cumberland Men's Soccer Season Preview

LEBANON, Tenn.-- The Cumberland University men's soccer program heads into the 2022 fall season with a talented roster, an exciting new head coach, and a challenging schedule ahead of them.


Women's Volleyball

Phoenix Split Second Day of Chick-Fil-A Classic

West Palm Beach, Fla.--Cumberland Women's Volleyball splits the day in their final matches at the Chick-Fil-A Classic Tournament.


Women's Basketball

Women's Basketball 2022-23 Schedule Release

LEBANON, Tenn.--CU Women's Basketball head coach Scott Blum announces 2022-23 schedule, including 12 home matches and 16 travel dates.


Women's Volleyball

Phoenix sweep Morningside and Southeastern on Day One of the Chick-Fil-A Classic

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.--Cumberland women's volleyball opens the season with two sweeps over Morningside and Southeastern on the first day of the Chick-Fil-A Classic.


Men's Soccer

Grevskott, Walsh, and Groenhilder listed on the MSC Men's Soccer Watch List

LEBANON, Tenn.-- The 2022 Mid-South Conference Men's Soccer Watch List including Edvin Grevskott, Martin Walsh, and Thomas Groenhilder has been released, conference officials announced Thursday.


Women's Volleyball

Curcio, Reed, and Konkel named to the MSC Volleyball Watch List

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. - The 2022 Women’s Volleyball Watch List has been released, conference officials announced on Thursday.


Women's Soccer

Haddock, Bathe, and Morris mentioned on MSC Women's Soccer Watch List

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. ­­– The 2022 Mid-South Conference Women's Soccer Watch List has been released announcing Sarah Haddock, Grace Morris, and Marie Bathe as selections, released by conference officials on Thursday.


Women's Soccer

Women's Soccer Riding High Expectations for 2022 Season

LEBANON, Tenn.--Coming off their seventh national tournament appearance last season, Cumberland University Women's Soccer will kick off the 2022 campaign on Saturday on the road against Union College.


Women's Tennis

Women's Tennis signs Mendez sisters from Colombia

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland women's tennis signs Valentina and Juanita Mendez out of Colombia to scholarship papers for the 2022-23 academic year.


Women's Volleyball

2022 Women's Volleyball Season Preview

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland Women's Volleyball enters the 2022 campaign following a successful season. The team finished with an impressive 29-10 overall record and 11-5 conference record, making it the most successful season since 1997. The Phoenix earned themselves a spot in the NAIA Top-10 in 9 different categories, including first in service aces and fifth in assists.


Women's Volleyball

Cumberland Women’s Volleyball Announces new Assistant Coach

LEBANON, Tenn.--Head coach Hannah Vadakin welcomes Samantha Young, a Kentucky native, into the Phoenix volleyball program.


Men's Tennis

Pavel Kelo signs with Cumberland Men's Tennis

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland head men's tennis coach Thiago Lins announces the signing of Pavel Kelo to scholarship papers for the 2022-23 season.


Men's Soccer

Men's Soccer Receiving Votes in NAIA Top-25 Preseason Poll

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland men's soccer receives votes in the NAIA Top-25 Preseason Coaches' Polls, announced by the national office on Wednesday.


Women's Soccer

Women's Soccer Starts the Season Ranked No. 16 in NAIA Top-25 Polls

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland women's soccer begins the 2022 campaign at No. 16 in the Preseason NAIA Top-25 Coaches' Polls, announced by the national office on Wednesday.


Men's Tennis

Men's Tennis signs Copiah Lincoln CC transfer Julian Parada

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland head men's tennis coach Thiago Lins announces the signing of Copiah Lincoln Community College transfer Julian Parada to scholarship papers for the 2022-23 season.


Women's Golf

2022-23 Women's Golf Fall Schedule Release

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland University women's golf head coach Rich Williams announces the 2022-23 schedule following a successful 2021-22 season.


Men's Tennis

Men's Tennis signs Cowley CC transfer Aditya Roy Chowdhury

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland head men's tennis coach Thiago Lins announces the signing of Cowley County Community College transfer Aditya Roy Chowdhury to scholarship papers for the 2022-23 season.


Softball

Former TSU Standout Lauren Powell named Assistant Softball Coach

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland head softball coach Stephanie Theall announces the hiring of former Tennessee State University four-year captain Lauren Powell as the full-time assistant softball coach.


Men's Golf

Men's Golf releases 2022 Fall Schedule

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland University men's golf coach Rich Williams announces the 2022 men's golf fall schedule featuring four tournaments.


Men's Tennis, Women's Tennis

Men's and Women's Tennis earn 2021-22 ITA NAIA Academic Awards

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland University men's and women's tennis earn ITA Scholar Team honors while 15 men and nine women earn ITA Scholar-Athlete awards, announced by the organization's office in July.


Men's Basketball

Men's Basketball releases 2022-23 Schedule

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland University men's basketball coach Jeremy Lewis announces the 2022-23 men's basketball schedule featuring 14 home contests and 12 games against teams that made the NAIA National Tournament last season.


Women's Basketball

McCrary named Women's Basketball Assistant Coach

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland women's basketball head coach announces Zach McCrary as the new assistant coach. McCrary comes to Cumberland after spending the last three seasons as an assistant coach at Lindsey Wilson College.


Baseball

Risko named Cumberland baseball pitching coach

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland's head baseball coach Ryan Hunt announces the hiring of former Cumberland pitcher Matt Risko as the new pitching coach.


Football

Football opens up 2022 Fall Camp

LEBANON, Tenn. – Cumberland football welcomed back 130 student-athletes for its first week of fall camp beginning with move-in day last Wednesday. Today, the Phoenix are prepping for the season opener on Saturday, August 27 against Point.


Cheerleading, Dance, Football, Men's Soccer, Women's Soccer, Women's Volleyball, General

Fall Student-Athletes partake in Leadership Day Activities

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Student-athletes participating in sports at Cumberland University during Fall 2022 returned to campus this week. Alongside their return, the students engaged in giving back to the community during the annual Leadership Day held on Friday.


Baseball

Baseball Turf Campaign Completed; Project set to begin in October

LEBANON, Tenn.— Cumberland University is pleased to announce plans to begin the transformation of Ernest L. Stockton Field at Woody Hunt Stadium to an artificial turf infield. The project will begin after fall practice in October with an expected completion date in time for the following spring season.


Men's Soccer

Men's Soccer Coach Adam Grant Resigns; Assistant Shane Keely Promoted to Head Coach

LEBANON, Tenn.— Cumberland men’s soccer head coach Adam Grant resigns to take an assistant coach job at NCAA Division I California State University-Bakersfield. Shane Keely has been promoted to the head coach effective immediately.


Men's Cross Country, Women's Cross Country

Cross Country Releases 2022 Schedule

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland men's and women's cross country releases the 2022 meet schedule featuring five regular season meets.


Men's Soccer

Men's Soccer Releases 2022 Schedule

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland University men's soccer announces the 2022 schedule slated to begin on August 23.


Women's Volleyball

Women's Volleyball earns Fourth Straight USMC/AVCA Team Academic Award

LEBANON, Tenn.– For the fourth consecutive year, Cumberland women's volleyball was recognized with the Team Academic Award by the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) for the 2020-21 academic year, the organization announced Monday.


General

Allen named Mid-South Conference Sports Information Director of the Year

LEBANON, Tenn.-- Cumberland University's sports information director Kyle Allen has been named the 2021-22 Mid-South Conference Bill Sergent Sports Information Director of the Year, conference officials announced on Thursday.


Football, General, Headlines

Nokes-Lasater Field set for Renovations; CU Athletics to add Women's Lacrosse upon completion

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland University is pleased to announce plans for the renovations of Nokes-Lasater Field. Upgrades set to be included are new artificial turf, jumbotron scoreboard, sidewalks, play clocks, and more.


Football

Bryan steps down as Football Play by Play Announcer; Kaposy named New Voice of CU Football

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland University Sports Hall of Famer and voice of Cumberland Football Tommy Bryan steps down from his position as the play by play announcer at CU football games. Christian Kaposy, an up-and-coming radio personality, will step into the position.


Men's Volleyball

Padilla promoted to Head Men's Volleyball Coach

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland University Director of Athletics Ron Pavan promotes assistant coach Chris Padilla the head men's volleyball coach.


Women's Soccer

2022 Women's Soccer Schedule Release

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland women's soccer head coach Scott Davidson announces the release of the 2022 schedule featuring 16 matches with eight of them at home.


Baseball

Byrd's contract purchased by Oaxaca Guerreros in LMB

LEBANON, Tenn.--Former Cumberland outfielder and 2014 NAIA National Champion Justin Byrd's contract has been purchased by Oaxaca Guerreros in the Liga de Mexicana Beisbol, the highest professional baseball league in Mexico.


Men's Basketball

King signs contract with BK Iskra Svit in Slovakia

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland Men's Basketball All-American Tavon King signs a pro contract with BK Iskra Svit out of Slovakia.


Women's Volleyball

2022 Women's Volleyball Schedule Release

LEBANON, Tenn.--Cumberland women's volleyball head coach Hannah Vadakin announces the release of the 2022 schedule featuring nine home matches and 29 total matches on the season.


Football

Football Tickets On Sale Now

LEBANON, Tenn.-We are just 67 days away from Cumberland football kicking off their 2022 season. Tickets sales for all Cumberland home football games are now live to purchase for this year's upcoming season.