Category Archives: Sports

Zak Reinhart reinhartz@findlay.edu With Fall Break over and midterms drawing to a close, it might be hard to keep up with Oiler athletics. Here’s what you might have missed. On Oct. 2, women’s tennis participated in the Northwood Hidden Duals in Midland, Michigan, over two days. Cross country’s meet at Paul Short Run was canceled. […]

By Michelle Jativa javitam@findlay.edu The University of Findlay men’s soccer team is preparing for a tough push toward the Great Midwest Athletic Conference Tournament as head coach Andy Smyth enters his final season leading the program. With an experienced roster of seniors aiming to win a conference championship, the Oilers are balancing non-conference matches and […]

By Zak Reinhart reinhartz@findlay.edu After a rough homecoming loss to Northwood, Oiler football found themselves right back at the forefront of victory after an outstanding performance on the road against the Ohio Dominican Panthers, winning 41 to 3. “I think one of our biggest strengths is the ability to want to get better,” Starting Quarterback […]

By Zak Reinhart reinhartz@findlay.edu On Saturday, the undefeated Oilers went into the game against the similarly undefeated Northwood knowing that only one team would remain unbeaten.  Unfortunately for Findlay fans, this time around, it was the Timberwolves who would outlast them in a 34 – 11 win, dropping Findlay to no. 16 in the AFCA […]

By Zak Reinhart reinhartz@findlay.edu This week brought huge victories and upsets for Findlay. Here’s what you may have missed and what’s coming up. Volleyball easily handled Cedarville last Friday, winning in three sets. Hannah Miller had an outstanding game, tacking on 16 kills, 2 aces, and 14 digs.  On Saturday, women’s golf traveled to Allendale, […]

By Brooklyn Long longb4@findlay.edu A new scholarship is coming to the University of Findlay for athletes in the cheerleading program.  The scholarship is still in the creation process, with exact eligibility requirements and amounts still being determined. More details should be announced later this semester, with funds tentatively being distributed to cheer team members in […]

Zak Reinhart reinhartz@findlay.edu   This week has been packed for Oiler Athletics. Here’s what’s coming up and what you might have missed. On Saturday, Sept. 19, women’s tennis opened its season at the Oberlin Invitational with doubles competition and returned to the court the following day for singles and doubles competition. On day one, the […]

By Zakary Reinhart reinhartz@findlay.edu   On Sept. 14, Ohio U.S. Sen. Jon Husted and Michigan House Education and Workforce Committee Chair Tim Walberg proposed a bill that would limit international student athletes to no more than 20% of any roster for any colleges that receive federal student aid. The proposed bill, titled the TEAM USA […]

By Zak Reinhart  reinhartz@findlay.edu The start time for the Findlay football G-MAC conference opener at Kentucky Wesleyan (0-2) Saturday, Sept. 19 has moved from 1 p.m. EST to 11 a.m. EST due to extreme temperatures predicted in the area. But the change won’t dampen the excitement that continues to build as Findlay Oilers football’s 2-0 […]

By Zak Reinhart reinhartz@findlay.edu   Findlay’s swimming season kicked off last Saturday with both the men’s and women’s teams taking down Lake Superior State. The reigning G-MAC Championship-winning swim teams are accompanied by a talented freshman class, coming together to make a group that assistant head coach Gabrielle Webster described in one word as “diverse.” […]

By Zak Reinhart reinhartz@findlay.edu Findlay Oilers football jumped from No. 15 to No. 10 after taking down No. 9 University of Indianapolis last Saturday. The 30-10 win starts the new era of a new head football coach and, of course, increases the excitement leading up to the home opener against Fairmont State (0-2) Sept. 12 […]

By Pulse Staff The Labor Day weekend brings a busy athletic schedule. The volleyball team traveled to Kingsville, Texas for the Javelina Volleyball Classic and takes on St. Mary’s 10:30 a.m. The team is 2-2 so far this season Friday Sept. 4. Women’s soccer is currently 1-1 and it takes on Ferris State in Big […]

Zak Reinhart and Pulse Staff reinhartz@findlay.edu The University of Findlay football team starts the season ranked No. 16 in the country in the American Football Coaches’ Association (AFCA) Preseason Coaches Poll. A ranking that will be put to the test week one when it takes on University of Indianapolis Greyhounds (No. 9). New head coach […]

By Pulse Staff Fall sports teams have a big challenge this year: to see if they can top last year. University of Findlay women’s volleyball finished last year 24-6 over all and 13-2 in conference play. Oiler Football has been selected third in the 2026 Great Midwest Athletic Conference (G-MAC) Coaches Poll after winning a […]

By Pulse Staff With seven Great Midwest Athletic Conference (G-MAC) Presidents’ Cup on its shelf, the University of Findlay Athletic Department has a knack for getting things right. From last year to this school year it has lost several coaches and worked to fill in the blanks over the summer. Jim Givens, director of athletics […]

By Monica Crawford crawfordm3@findlay.edu On April 13, Michelle Durand, head coach for women’s basketball, announced her retirement after 34 seasons of coaching for the past four years at the University of Findlay. After her unforeseen leave, Bri Sims was appointed to the position on April 20. Durand’s retirement was unforeseen by her and the team’s […]

By Mara Waire wairem@findlay.edu Both the men’s and women’s teams competed against Ashland University in medal match play in Florence, Indiana. The women’s team competed on April 17, while the men’s team concluded match play on April 22. In medal match play, each player was paired individually, and the Oilers faced Ashland; the lowest score […]

By Erin Moran morane@findlay.edu America250 brings vintage base ball to Findlay As the country gears up to celebrate America’s semiquincentennial, the University of Findlay elected to connect the past and present by honoring the country’s pastime: Base Ball. On Saturday April 18, students, staff, and the community of Findlay will gather at Rawson Park Baseball […]

By Erin Moran ​morane@findlay.edu The University of Findlay football team is hosting a spring game on April 17, paired with an alumni tailgate to reconnect the past and present Oilers in an engaging, community-focused event. The Oilers are set to return to the field for the spring game with a non-traditional way of play. The […]

By Mara Waire wairem@findlay.edu Oilers Golf has shown impressive performance throughout the spring season, securing tournament wins and earning individual medalist honors. The men’s team is on a three-tournament win streak, and both programs concluded the Indianapolis Intercollegiate by claiming first-place titles, with senior Luke Metzger and junior Ashleigh Duflo each earning Individual Medalist honors. […]

By Sullivan Pelot pelots@findlay.edu For the student athletes at the University of Findlay, competition is only a small part of what it means to represent the school and the community. University of Findlay athletics says that in fall 2025, 475 student-athletes volunteered for 3578 hours. “Each team is required to perform community service hours, and […]

By Mara Waire wairem@findlay.edu The University of Findlay Oilers have been on a roll this spring, collecting records, conference wins, athlete of the week honors, and momentum across multiple sports programs.   TENNIS The women’s tennis team achieved its highest-ever ITA national ranking at No. 4 after defeating No. 21 Adelphi. The Oilers then posted […]

By Erin Moran morane@findlay.edu Only one year after its inaugural season, the University of Findlay men’s club volleyball team is showing significant growth in skill, competitiveness, and culture. The team was formed in the fall of 2024 out of great interest but little experience in the sport. “Most of the players never even touched a […]

By Mara Waire wairem@findlay.edu The University of Findlay swimming and diving and track and field programs both reached new heights at their respective NCAA Division II national championships last week, with the Oilers collecting historic finishes, individual titles, and a combined 68 All-American honors. The women’s swimming and diving team placed seventh in the nation […]

By Mara Waire wairem@findlay.edu Oilers softball rode a nine-game win streak to a 12-3 record, showcasing their dominance early in the season. At the same time, baseball looks to carry its resilience into their first round of conference play this weekend despite dealing with early injuries and tough losses. Softball started strong, going 8-2 over […]

By Monica Crawford crawfordm3@findlay.edu To wrap up the 2026 season, the University of Findlay’s swimming and diving team is attending the national NCAA DII Swimming and Diving Championships from March 10 to March 14 in Evansville, Indiana, after taking the Great Midwest/Mountain East Conference Championship by storm. That same week, the track and field team […]

By Mara Waire wairem@findlay.edu ​Seniors Alexys Antal and Kayla Dykin threw the first season opener combined no-hitter in UF softball history in its season opener against IUP. Antal led the way in the circle for the first four innings, while Dykin stepped in at the start of the fifth inning to finish the job. “It […]

By Dominic Bennett and Pulse Staff bennettd1@findlay.edu The University of Findlay will host the NCAA Super Region III tournament Feb. 28, a big honor to wrap up a big season for the Oiler Roughnecks. One of the most recent accomplishments came after senior heavyweight Giulian Bodiu broke a record Feb. 13 when he pinned Lake […]

By Mara Waire wairem@findlay.edu Oilers Baseball enters the 2026 season determined to claim the G-MAC title, aiming to finish in the conference’s top five for the fourth year straight. “Winning Findlay’s first G-MAC title and going to the first regional in school history would be a successful season for me,” said senior Gavyn Smith. With […]

By Andrea Hoffman hoffmana1@findlay.edu Adam Gelman is many things: a wrestler, a brother and a college student, but he refuses to let one label define him. Gelman, a member of the University of Findlay wrestling program, is also on the autism spectrum. He does not view that part of his identity as a limitation, but […]

By Erin Moran morane@findlay.edu The Findlay Roughnecks faced Davenport on Saturday, Jan. 24, dominating the meet with a 46-3 win. There were four wins via pins throughout different weight classes from Ashton Anderson, Donavyn Watts, Chase Stein, and Giulian Bodiu. The team was scheduled to face Ashland on Sunday, Jan. 25, but due to inclement […]

By Erin Moran morane@findlay.edu The University of Findlay men’s basketball team beat Ohio Dominican University 106–92 on Saturday, Jan. 17 with Senior Mekhi Elmore leading the Oilers with 26 points, and getting the Great Midwest Athletic Conference (GMAC) Athlete of the Week title. However, they lost against Hillsdale 78-72 in a tense matchup Thursday, Jan. […]

University of Findlay men’s basketball team dropped a high-octane game with Lake Erie College Thursday, Jan. 15, 99-94, bringing its record to 11-6. The women’s basketball team got out to hot start Thursday, Jan. 15 against Lake Erie winning that game 70-59. The Lady Oilers are 7-8 overall (3-5 G-MAC). Senior Alyssa Ziehler scored 22 […]

By Erin Moran morane@findlay.edu  The NCAA transfer portal, a controversial software database for college athletes, was introduced in 2018. The portal allows students to explore opportunities without having to take gaps in their athletic progress. Student-athletes notify their current school of their intent to transfer, which allows other programs to contact them officially. “What’s controversial […]