Sports

News and features about AUM Athletics and intramural sports

Nov
13
2023
By Aumnibus Staff
AUM record breaking XC runner from Kenya

AUM record breaking XC runner from Kenya

Opinion, Sports,
Photo Courtesy of AUM Athletics Basil Koech, anything that the mind thinks or wants, it is something that is achievable. By: Zoe McWilliams AUM Audio · AUM record-breaking XC runner from Kenya MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Basil Koech runs cross country for Auburn University at Montgomery and being a freshman, he has some great things going for him now and in his future.   Basil’s recent finish of 15:39.60 led to the success of AUM being in second place, and a new record at the meet held at Jacksonville State University. According to the Cross-Country roster on the AUM Athletics website, Basil…
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Nov
13
2023
By Aumnibus Staff
Attitude and improvement

Attitude and improvement

Opinion, Sports,
Photo Courtsey of AUM Athletics How an AUM women’s soccer player hopes to change team culture  By: Dalton Kimbro AUM Audio · AUM COMM major Dalton Kimbro interviews soccer player Whitley Watwood MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) junior women’s soccer player Whitley Watwood is no stranger to change.   From a six-hour move from her hometown in Kentucky to a switch in her lifelong position on the field, Watwood, a special education major, has navigated her circumstances en route to a significant amount of playing time this season for the Warhawks. I sat down with Watwood to discuss…
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Nov
13
2023
By Aumnibus Staff
A freshman’s rewarding transition to college volleyball

A freshman’s rewarding transition to college volleyball

Opinion, Sports,
Photo Courtesy by AUM Athletics By: Keturah Stone AUM Audio · COMM major Keturah Stone interviews Warhawk volleyball player Taylor Lewis MONTGOMERY, Ala. − Transitioning from high school to college is difficult. For Auburn University at Montgomery freshman volleyball player Taylor Lewis, it’s a dream come true, but with growing pains.   Lewis, who is from Alpharetta, Georgia, spoke with me about her experience playing volleyball in high school for Providence Christian Academy.  But she’s been playing volleyball since age 11 when she started competitive travel ball. At her high school, she was awarded 2019 Rookie of the Year and Defensive…
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Nov
13
2023
By Aumnibus Staff
Between the volleyball court and the classroom

Between the volleyball court and the classroom

Opinion, Sports,
Photo Courtesy of AUM Athletics How Emily Brown balances athletics and academics By: Penton McNider AUM Audio · Between the volleyball court and the classroom MONTGOMERY, Ala — The fall 2023 sports season and academic schedule are underway at Auburn University of Montgomery. With this semester entering the second month, student assignments are becoming more intense and student-athletes are facing higher stress levels. However, that is not the case for AUM student-athlete Emily Brown, a freshman on the Warhawks’ volleyball team. When asked if Brown felt any extra pressure being an AUM athlete, she explained it's in her nature to…
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Nov
07
2023
By Aumnibus Staff
A record-breaking transfer

A record-breaking transfer

Opinion, Sports,
Photo Courtesy of AUM Athletics Maya Thompson on transitioning to AUM Volleyball By: Makenzie Martin MONTGOMERY, Ala. — A transfer to Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) from Alabama State University (ASU), Maya Thompson is a six-foot middle blocker from Chicago who carefully dissected her move this year to the Warhawks volleyball team.  For Thompson, several factors contributed to her transferring to AUM, mainly Flavia Siqueira, her volleyball coach. Siqueira coached the 2022 volleyball team to their fourth consecutive attendance in the Gulf South Conference (GSC), according to Siqueira’s biography on the AUM Athletics volleyball website.  “We actually played AUM last…
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Nov
07
2023
By Jordan White
Finding balance: How AUM student-athletes deal with it all

Finding balance: How AUM student-athletes deal with it all

Opinion, Sports,
Photo Courtesy of AUM Athletics MONTGOMERY, Ala. –– Student-athletes have two sides to themselves just like a coin. Being the same person, but having to flip perspectives between school sports and their social life can be challenging. Auburn University of Montgomery (AUM) junior soccer player Lauren Akemon gave helpful insight into the dedication it takes to be a student-athlete. Her friendly attitude is matched by how determined she is on the field. According to the AUM Athletics website in 2022, Akemon helped AUM earn a draw with Lady Flames playing 477 total minutes on the year. She previously went to…
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Nov
07
2023
By Aumnibus Staff
“For Their Strength and Courage”

“For Their Strength and Courage”

Opinion, Sports
Photo Courtesy of AUM Athletics The Story of Temi, an AUM soccer player By: Victoria Salters AUM Audio · “For Their Strength and Courage” – The Story of Temi, an AUM soccer player MONTGOMERY, Ala. – In the bustling city of Lagos, Nigeria where vibrant culture and the love of soccer are deeply connected, a young talent named Aristarchus Oluwatuyi, known by his teammates affectionately as Temi was born. Temi’s passion for soccer began at an early age. Nigeria, Temi’s home country has a rich history in soccer. According to the All Nigeria Soccer website the Nigerian national football team…
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Oct
26
2023
By Alexis Stafford
Juggling the role of student and athlete

Juggling the role of student and athlete

Opinion, Sports, ,
Photo Courtesy of AUM Athletics AUM volleyball player Myllena Torquetti says follow your heart By: Alexis Stafford MONTGOMERY, Ala.— AUM junior Myllena Torquetti, a volleyball player from Brazil, gavesome insight as to what her daily routine looks like as a student-athlete. Her training begins with a workout in the Wellness Center from 8-9 a.m., and after classes she ends with practice in the gym from 4:30-7 p.m. Torquetti says these tough practices usually consist of “a lot of reps of swinging, blocking, passing [and other] volleyball movements.” Torquetti’s stats prove thepractices are valuable as her season highs consist of nine…
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May
01
2023
By Cameron Grant
AUM Names Jon Plefka as New Head Coach for Women’s Basketball Team 

AUM Names Jon Plefka as New Head Coach for Women’s Basketball Team 

Sports, University,
By: Cameron Grant Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) has welcomed the appointment of Jon Plefka as the new head coach for the women's basketball team. He is replacing Steve Kenner, who was the interim head coach for the women's team. Plefka is an experienced coach with an impressive track record, having previously worked with Post University in the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC). As a college athlete, he played basketball for Bob Knight at Texas Tech University and also played baseball for the Texas Tech who was coached by Larry Hays and was drafted by the Los Angeles Angels to…
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Apr
26
2023
By Aumnibus Staff
Auburn University at Montgomery hosted its Alumni Tailgate last weekend

Auburn University at Montgomery hosted its Alumni Tailgate last weekend

News, Sports, University
By: Lex Wedgworth Last Saturday, April 22, 2023, Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) hosted past alumni and their families for a tailgate at the baseball game against Valdosta State University (VSU). The event provided alumni with an opportunity to reconnect with their AUM community and support the Warhawks. The tailgate was held on the fan deck of the AUM Baseball Complex, and lunch was included. Families had to register to participate in the event. The AUM alumni tailgate started at 1 p.m. Central Standard Time. People attended the event for various reasons, such as the sense of community, the organization…
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Apr
19
2023
By Aumnibus Staff
AUM Women’s and Men’s Tennis Teams Continue to GSC Championships After Impressive Season

AUM Women’s and Men’s Tennis Teams Continue to GSC Championships After Impressive Season

Sports
By: Deshala Wilkins The Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) tennis program has experienced a great season this school year. Both the men’s and women's teams had phenomenal wins and opportunities. On March 26, 2023, the tennis program partnered up with the Dream Court Montgomery during the women’s and men’s match against Gulf South Conference (GSC) rivals Delta State. The Dream Court is a non-profit organization that provides a tennis program for people who have mental and physical disabilities. The focus of this organization is to have fun while learning how to play tennis, “Serving Hope, Changing Lives” is their motto. They…
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Apr
17
2023
By Cameron Grant
Warhawks soar to victory against Albany State in baseball

Warhawks soar to victory against Albany State in baseball

Sports
By: Cameron Grant MONTGOMERY, Ala – Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) baseball team bounced back into the win column with an impressive performance against Albany State University (ASU) on Wednesday. The Warhawks dominated the game from start to finish, ultimately winning 13-3 in a non conference matchup. The Warhawks would record their 13th double digit run on the season in this game. AUM would have nine players who would score run in this game to help secure the win in this game. AUM wasted no time in getting on the scoreboard, as they plated six runs in the first inning…
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Apr
11
2023
By Cameron Grant
AUM Warhawks suffers heartbreaking loss to Saint Leo in extra innings

AUM Warhawks suffers heartbreaking loss to Saint Leo in extra innings

Sports
By: Cameron Grant MONTGOMERY, Ala – Auburn University at Montgomery's (AUM) baseball team faced off against Saint Leo University Lions last Friday. It was the first time these two teams had played against each other in a doubleheader matchup. In a doubleheader against Saint Leo, AUM's baseball team lost both games, with a final score of 9-8 in game one followed by an 8-0 loss against the Lions in game two.  AUM's Wade Chandler, Clay Slagle, Grant Hickman, Tommy Vickers, Michael Myers, and Brett Pitts allowed 16 hits combined in the first doubleheader loss against the Lions.  The Warhawks started…
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Apr
06
2023
By Cameron Grant
AUM Warhawks Continue Winning Streak Against Tuskegee

AUM Warhawks Continue Winning Streak Against Tuskegee

Sports
By: Cameron Grant Auburn University at Montgomery's (AUM) baseball team won against Tuskegee University with a final score of 15-4 in their first meeting of the season last Wednesday. AUM has an all-time record of 21-1 against Tuskegee. AUM has a 14-0 home streak against Tuskegee and has won 19 consecutive games against them, making it one of the longest winning streaks for the team. AUM had an excellent start, scoring two runs in the first inning, with Kasey Clark hitting a home run to bring in two runs. In the second inning, Clayton Phillips hit the ball to the…
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Nov
16
2022
By Cameron Grant
Auburn Football fire Bryan Harsin

Auburn Football fire Bryan Harsin

News, Sports
By: Van Cathcart III After two seasons, on Oct. 29, Auburn relieved Bryan Harsin from his head coaching duties. The firing came less than 48 hours after the Tigers lost to Arkansas at home by 14 points. The team dropped to 3-5 on the season and is in danger of not getting to participate in a Bowl Game at the end of the year, the first time this will have happened since 2012.  Harsin ends his tenure at Auburn with a 9-12 record, a less-than-ideal record when you are playing in the powerhouse that is the SEC. “President [Christopher] Roberts…
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Nov
10
2022
By Cameron Grant
AUM Volleyball 

AUM Volleyball 

Sports, University,
By: Van Cathcart III Auburn University at Montgomery’s volleyball team is scheduled to take on the Mississippi College Choctaws on Nov. 11 at 1:30 p.m. AUM is moving on to the second round of the Gulf South Conference Championship after taking down Valdosta State on Nov. 7 by a final score of 3-1. The Choctaws are sitting at the number three seed in the tournament and earned a bye in the first round of the tournament. The Warhawks have met the Choctaws two other times in the past, with Mississippi taking both contests with scores of 3-1 and 3-0. The…
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Oct
21
2022
By Cameron Grant
Auburn University at Montgomery Men’s and Women’s Basketball Seasons Begin

Auburn University at Montgomery Men’s and Women’s Basketball Seasons Begin

Sports
For Immediate Release: MONTGOMERY, Alabama (October 12, 2022) - The Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) men’s and women’s basketball teams will begin their seasons with exhibition games against Huntingdon College on Oct. 27, 2022, at the AUM Athletics Complex. The women’s game will be held at 6 p.m. and the men’s game will be held at 8 p.m. The women’s basketball team is 2-0 against Huntingdon, with their last matchup being in 2006. As with all AUM home sporting events, admission is free for all students and faculty with a valid AUM ID after they have registered at aumathletics.com.     Contact:…
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Oct
21
2022
By Cameron Grant
AUM PRCA To Hold Volleyball Cultural Night

AUM PRCA To Hold Volleyball Cultural Night

Campus, Sports
For Immediate Release: MONTGOMERY, Alabama (October 20, 2022) - The Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) chapter of the Public Relations Council of Alabama (PRCA) is joining the athletic department to host a Cultural Night on Oct. 28, 2022, during the AUM volleyball team’s match against the University of West Alabama at the AUM athletics complex. The PRCA is hosting the event to bring cultural togetherness to campus while bringing school spirit and showing support for the volleyball team. The evening will feature candy from around the world, along with trivia during timeouts. As for all home sporting events, all AUM…
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Sep
19
2022
By Cameron Grant
Warhawk athletes return for first season post Covid-19

Warhawk athletes return for first season post Covid-19

News, Sports,
By: Dalton Kimbro AUM junior and elementary education major Lucy Anthony As the pandemic began to change the world in March of 2020, many athletes had no idea that their sports were about to drastically change in the very near future. From masking, to testing and shortened seasons, many Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) athletes had a much different college athletic experience than they expected. “We had to test before each meet and were only allowed to take our masks off during the actual races,” said junior elementary education major and cross country runner Lucy Anthony. Anthony, a native of…
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Sep
08
2022
By Cameron Grant

AUM’s New Athletic Director

Sports
AUM's new athletic director Erik Maas is pictured here By: Van Cathcart III Montgomery, Ala. – Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) has added a new director of athletics to the roster. Erik Maas has joined the team in hopes to help all of Warhawks athletics to take the next step. Maas has almost 20 years of experience in administration, most recently at the University of Montevallo just a mere 64 miles from AUM’s campus. Maas spent the last 12 years with Montevallo, coaching baseball for the first six, and serving as an assistant athletic director for the last six years.…
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