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Alston Has Career Night as Trojans Fall to the Panthers, 90-85

Alston Has Career Night as Trojans Fall to the Panthers, 90-85

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 »

Trojans Push Ferrum to Overtime in One-Point Heartbreaker

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

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

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

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 »

Trojans Roll in Pickle Classic Behind Jackson’s Career-High 25

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 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

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 »

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