MOUNT OLIVE — A dominant performance off the bench from freshman Jaevian Alston gave the University of Mount Olive a legitimate chance down the stretch, but Ferrum College pulled away late to secure a 90–85 win Saturday afternoon inside Kornegay Arena. The Trojans now sit at 4–5 overall and 1–1 in Conference Carolinas play. Alston…… read more »
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Alston Has Career Night as Trojans Fall to the Panthers, 90-85
Trojans Push Ferrum to Overtime in One-Point Heartbreaker
MOUNT OLIVE — The University of Mount Olive women’s basketball team battled to the final buzzer Saturday but fell just short in a 59-58 overtime loss to Ferrum College inside Kornegay Arena. After a slow first half, the Trojans surged back into the contest with a spirited offensive and defensive effort. The intensity peaked in…… read more »
Trojans Dominate Home Opener with 36–6 Victory Over Ferrum
MOUNT OLIVE — The University of Mount Olive wrestling team left no doubt in its home debut Thursday night, cruising to a commanding 36–6 win over Ferrum College inside Kornegay Arena. The Trojans opened the dual with fire and never let up. Senior Jack MacKiernan set the tone at 184 pounds, pinning Joseph Toner in…… read more »
Trojans Fall on the Road at Emory & Henry
EMORY, Va. — A cold shooting afternoon and a powerful second-half surge from Emory & Henry proved too much for the University of Mount Olive women’s basketball team on Wednesday, as the Trojans dropped a 92–55 non-conference decision at the King Center. Mount Olive kept things close early, trailing by only six after the opening…… read more »
Greater Neuse FCA Men’s Basketball Tournament Moves to New Venue
For the first time since its launch in 2013, the Greater Neuse Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Men’s High School Basketball Tournament will not be held at the University of Mount Olive. The long-running holiday classic is temporarily relocating as UMO undergoes major renovations to Kornegay Arena. The university is installing new stadium seating and…… read more »
Peterson Scores 1,000th Career Point as UMO Edges Francis Marion in Conference Opener
FLORENCE, S.C. — It was a milestone night for the University of Mount Olive as senior guard Shane Peterson scored his 1,000th career point and helped lift the Trojans to a nail-biting 86–84 win over Francis Marion on Tuesday in their Conference Carolinas opener. Peterson led UMO with 19 points, draining five three-pointers and pulling…… read more »
Kirby’s Second-Half Surge Not Enough as Mount Olive Falls 94–90 in Pickle Classic Finale
MOUNT OLIVE — A dominant second-half performance from Matt Kirby wasn’t quite enough to lift the University of Mount Olive past Emory & Henry on Saturday night, as the Trojans fell 94–90 in a high-energy finale to the 60th Annual Pickle Classic at Kornegay Arena. Kirby exploded for 19 points after halftime—finishing with a game-high…… read more »
Trojans Roll in Pickle Classic Behind Jackson’s Career-High 25
MOUNT OLIVE, N.C. — The University of Mount Olive women’s basketball team delivered a commanding performance Saturday afternoon, cruising to a 79–42 victory over Bluefield University in the 60th Annual Pickle Classic at Kornegay Arena. The win marks the Trojans’ second straight and showcases a team hitting its stride early in the season. Kayla Jackson…… read more »
Reidsville Rallies Past Eastern Wayne
Reidsville, NC – The Eastern Wayne Warriors came out strong Friday night, but the Reidsville Rams roared back to claim a 41–24 victory in the varsity boys’ football matchup on Friday. Eastern Wayne opened the game with early momentum, jumping out to a 10–0 lead in the first quarter behind disciplined defense and a fast-moving…… read more »
UMO Rallies Late to Win Pickle Classic Opener
MOUNT OLIVE — The University of Mount Olive men’s basketball team launched the 60th Annual Pickle Classic with a thrilling comeback victory Friday night, defeating Middle Georgia State 94–91 in a high-energy showdown at Kornegay Arena. The Trojans overcame a 10-point deficit in the second half, relying on balanced scoring and timely plays down the…… read more »
