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Dallas drops the ball

This article addresses how the Luka Dončič trade created a marketing crisis in Dallas. The move shocked fans and analysts alike. Dončić, who was drafted by the Mavs, was the face of the franchise. The trade instantly created chaos amongst the Dallas Mavericks’ basketball community and even within the NBA organization.

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Wooster’s Cinderella story ends in NCAC final

The Fighting Scots made a strong run to the NCAC final but fell short against top-seeded Denison. Though narrowly missing the NCAA tournament, Wooster capped a memorable 20-win season marked by key victories and senior leadership.

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Scot basketball seniors shine

On senior night, the Fighting Scots dominated Ohio Wesleyan 82–58, celebrating the careers of four standout seniors, including three 1,000-point scorers. Behind a strong defensive showing and a 19–4 first-half run, Wooster avenged an earlier loss and secured sole possession of third place in the NCAC.

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Wooster tramples the Little Giants

Wooster snapped a multi-year losing streak against Wabash with a gritty 66–61 win, fueled by relentless defense and key second-half plays from veterans like Billings and Oakley. The Scots held their NCAC third-place position and turned their focus toward the season’s final stretch.

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Fighting Scots take on the Tigers

The College celebrated National Girls & Women in Sports Day before women’s basketball held a rivalry matchup with Wittenberg University. The holiday, which began in 1987, is crucial for the continued promotion and development of women’s sports at all levels. 

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3 straight to finish November ranked

They say that basketball is a game of runs, with ebbs and flows of momentum. Yet Wooster basketball is different — they are on a mission. Over the past 3 weeks, the men have won 3 straight games, including a tournament championship and a conference win. 

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Football concludes season with tied record

A blustery November day at John P. Papp stadium welcomed the senior day rivalry clash between the Fighting Scots and the Wittenberg Tigers. The archrivals have played against each other since 1912. The seniors fought hard on every down though the Scots ultimately fell short of victory.

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Big Red light up Scots in Old Red Lantern rivalry

The Denison Big Red visited Andrew Field to renew their rivalry with the Fighting Scots. First facing off in 1889, Denison currently leads the overall series 44-40-7. In 1989, the schools began playing for the Old Red Lantern, a train light representing the days when Wooster and Denison traveled by train for this rivalry matchup.

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All smiles at the All-Ohio Intercollegiate Challenge

Last week, the Fighting Scots traveled to Cedarville University to compete in the All-Ohio Intercollegiate Challenge. The statewide cross country event hosts colleges from all divisions. Wooster, Kenyon and Ohio Wesleyan represented the North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC) in both the men’s and women’s events.

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One “Moore” win for the Scots at home

The Wooster Scots men’s basketball team faced off against the DePauw Tigers. However, this day was about “Moore” than the game. The Timken Gymnasium basketball court was officially named in honor of former head coach Steve Moore.

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A Community Reborn with Snowy Scots

Filling the Kauke Hall Arch with snow is a hallmark of Wooster tradition and culture. The first big snowfall of 2024 created excited murmurs among students about filling the Arch. The Arch had not been filled with snow in over …

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Football hangs on late to win home opener 24-22

The familiar sounds of bagpipes filled the air as Wooster’s pipe band led the Fighting Scots football team down the hill and onto the new Andrew Turf Field at John P. Papp Stadium. The Scots faced off in a non-conference contest against …

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Scots walk it off on senior day

The familiar sounds of softball rang through campus as the Scots returned to Galpin Park for a weekend doubleheader against Oberlin College. The combination of senior day and the conference rivalry added a sense of intensity throughout the doubleheader. The games …

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Men’s basketball tames DePauw in NCAC quarterfinals

The Scots men’s basketball team returned home for the North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC) Tournament as the second seed. Their first-round opponents, the DePauw Tigers, held a 7-9 conference record and placed seventh in the conference. Although the Scots were favored, …

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Wooster blanks Oberlin in 99th edition of rivalry

Wooster held Oberlin scoreless in a dominating victory as the team celebrated Senior Day and displayed the talents of their senior standouts. Neil Clayton ’24 and Dominic DeMuth ’24 showcased their defensive power by repeatedly breaking through the Oberlin offensive line …

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Wooster defeats Wittenberg for sixth straight time

The Timken Arena echoed with the hustle and bustle of fans as they poured into the stands. The game marked the first season matchup between arch rivals Wooster and Wittenberg. These teams compete in a fierce rivalry …

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Cross country participates at the Wooster Invitational

The College of Wooster women’s and men’s Cross Country teams opened their seasons at this week’s Wooster Invitational, an annual 4k race that winds through the scenic green hills of L.C. Boles Memorial Golf Course. Being a shorter race than a standard …

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Wooster routs Hiram on Black and Gold Weekend

The football game on Saturday, Oct. 28 between the Fighting Scots and the Hiram College Terriers was filled with Black and Gold pride as the Wooster faithful cheered the team on to victory. The Black and Gold Weekend win was particularly …

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Fighting Scots baseball conquers Case Western Spartans

As the snow melted away from the campus walkways, the air was filled with the sights and sounds of America’s pastime. The Scots returned home from Louisville, Kentucky with a 2-2 record. Their previous matchups consisted of two-game stands against Spalding …

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Wittenberg gets better of Wooster in football season finale

The College of Wooster buses rolled into Springfield, Ohio for the final football game of the season against NCAC rival Wittenberg University. The Scots were competing for back-to-back wins against the Tigers — a feat which had not been reached since …

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