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Week of Monday, Nov. 17, 2025
Vol. 10, Issue 10


Cowboys & Cowgirls Ready to Ignite Season at Home Opener vs. Texas Lutheran By: Aniekeme Andy
The sound of sneakers on the hardwood returns tonight to the Mabee Complex as the Hardin-Simmons University Cowboys and Cowgirls basketball teams tip off their home seasons against the Texas Lutheran Bulldogs with energy, expectation and plenty of momentum behind them. On the men’s side, the Cowboys finished last season with an impressive 20-10 overall record and a perfect 8-0 mark in American Southwest Conference play, marking one of the best conference runs in recent memor

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Nov 152 min read


Mabee Madness by: Delani Bauer
On Oct. 28, Hardin-Simmons University (HSU) hosted its annual Mabee Madness event to kick off the men’s and women’s basketball seasons. The event’s sponsors included Buffalo Wild Wings, Flying Bison and First Financial Bank. Mabee Madness took place in the Mabee Athletic Complex, where doors opened at 6:15 p.m.. The first 100 students received free wings from Buffalo Wild Wings. Upon entering the gym, students were greeted with tables offering free Mabee Madness T-shirts an

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Nov 72 min read


Determination Drives Hardin-Simmons Baseball into the New Season By: Aniekeme Andy
The crack of a bat, the early morning workouts, and the echo of gloves snapping shut. Hardin--Simmons University’s baseball team has been living that rhythm all fall. “This offseason has been unlike any other during my time at Hardin-Simmons,” Evan Giles, a senior criminal justice major from North Richland Hills and third baseman, said. “In all the best ways, our coaches have been pushing us hard and keeping us grinding throughout the fall. With limited practice days, ever

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Nov 72 min read


Faith, Family and Fight: The Heart Behind HSU Soccer’s Season By: Aniekeme Andy
For the Hardin-Simmons University (HSU) men’s and women’s soccer teams, this season has been about a lot more than just the scoreboards. It has been about family, faith and the kind of resilience that shows up when things get tough. “The year hasn’t gone exactly how we expected, but that hasn’t stopped us from growing together,” Omar Estrada, a senior sports management major from Midland and striker for the Cowboys, said. “It’s been rough and not something that we would’ve

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Oct 312 min read


HSU Cheer Partners with AYSA for Fall Service Project by: Delani Bauer
On Sept. 27, the Hardin-Simmons University (HSU) Cheerleading Team completed their fall service opportunity with the Abilene Youth Sports...

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Oct 102 min read


Homecoming: The Cowboy Way
Hardin-Simmons University’s (HSU) annual Homecoming festivities will take place Oct. 2–5, 2025. Each day will feature a variety of...

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Oct 102 min read


Football Has Returned by: Brett Briggeman
Hardin-Simmons University (HSU) football is back once again. The Cowboys season has already begun, defeating Chapman University 37-30 in...

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Sep 193 min read


Cowboy Tailgate: An Ongoing Tradition by: Delani Bauer
On Sept. 13, Hardin-Simmons University (HSU) hosted its first tailgate of the year. The event began at 4 p.m. in the Don Bridges...

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Sep 192 min read


Sports Feature: Track and Field by: Katie Caudle
The Hardin-Simmons University track team is composed of hardworking students who are proficient at running, jumping and throwing events,...

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Apr 182 min read


Sports Feature: Tennis by: Lauren Sincerney
The tennis teams at Hardin-Simmons University have kicked off with a strong start to the season. The women’s team will play their next...

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Apr 112 min read


Sports Feature: Softball and Baseball by: Robbie Almenderez
The Hardin-Simmons University softball and baseball teams have begun their spring competitive season. The Cowgirls are currently 16-3...

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Apr 42 min read


Sports Feature: Golf by: Lauren Sincerney
The Hardin-Simmons University (HSU) golf teams have had a great season thus far. They play year-round with the fall season beginning in...

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Mar 282 min read


Club Feature: Cowboy Country by: Hope Menken
Hardin-Simmons is home to many clubs and organizations that reflect the student body's wide range of interests. There is something for...

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Feb 202 min read


ChampionChip by: Lauren Sincerney
With Super Bowl LIX taking place on Feb. 9 between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, members of Sabers decided to have...

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Feb 122 min read


Sports Feature: Basketball by: Robbie Almendarez
The Cowboy and Cowgirl basketball teams have had a successful season so far. Cowgirls Basketball The Cowgirls are currently 7-1. Their...

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Dec 4, 20242 min read


Throwback Thursday: Basketball by: Lauren Sincerney
With the start of basketball season approaching, the Hardin-University teams have been preparing and working hard. Just as they are...

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Nov 8, 20242 min read


Yell Practice by: Delani Bauer
You can yell along with the Hardin-Simmons University Cheerleaders at yell practice on Nov. 8, beginning at 6:50 p.m. The cheerleaders...

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Nov 8, 20242 min read


Sports Feature: Soccer by: Katie Caudle
Hardin-Simmons University Soccer has both men and women’s teams that are dedicated to the sport and bringing glory to the purple and...

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Oct 18, 20241 min read


Sports Feature: Cheerleading by: Delani Bauer
The Hardin-Simmons cheerleading team is a Christ-driven program that focuses on promoting school spirit and community involvement. The...

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Oct 3, 20242 min read


Football Has Returned by: Brett Briggeman
Hardin-Simmons University kicks off its football season with a revamped schedule after changes in the Division III American Southwest...

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Sep 20, 20242 min read


Men’s and Women’s Basketball Season Recap by: Robbie Almenderez
This year, the men and women basketball teams worked hard and played a very successful season, with both teams making the playoffs and...

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May 3, 20243 min read


Sports Feature: Softball by: Lauren Sincerney
Hardin-Simmons University’s spring sports are starting up and that includes the Cowgirl softball team. The season opened in February with...

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Mar 7, 20242 min read


Throwback Thursday: Basketball by: Marlee Sorrells & Brett Briggeman
The Hardin-Simmons University Cowboy and Cowgirl basketball teams have always had a history of excellence. This year, with both teams...

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Feb 29, 20242 min read


Sports Feature: Baseball by: Brett Briggeman
Baseball season has just begun, with the Cowboys playing non conference games against Texas Lutheran University and Concordia University...

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Feb 16, 20242 min read


The Fightin’ Cowboys By: Reece Hester
The Hardin-Simmons University football team has had a huge success this semester, with multiple wins through this fall semester. Although...

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Oct 19, 20232 min read


Athletics Kicks Off Strong By: Madison Stratton
As the new school year starts up, sports are back in full swing. This past week Hardin-Simmons University’s athletics stayed busy with...

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Sep 27, 20232 min read


Track and Field Wins Against McMurry By: Megan Jewell
The Hardin-Simmons University track and field team members are having a strong season so far. They are hoping to have success at...

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Apr 24, 20232 min read


HSU Tennis Teams to Finish Strong By: Marlee Sorrells
The Hardin-Simmons University tennis teams are in the heat of their schedule and are gearing up to have matches for almost every...

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Apr 1, 20232 min read


Girls’ Basketball Punches Ticket to NCAA Tournament By: Megan Jewell
The Cowgirls basketball team has had a phenomenal season this year, earning the American Southwest Conference (ASC) regular season...

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Mar 22, 20232 min read


Students Remember the Alamo Through Dodgeball By: Marlee Sorrells
SABERS hosted “The Battle of the Alamo” dodgeball tournament on Feb. 27 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Fletcher Fitness Center. Students signed...

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Mar 8, 20232 min read


GOLF SEASON PREVIEW BY: ABBEY LAYNE PARDUE
With spring just around the corner, the Hardin-Simmons University golf teams have already competed in a tournament on Feb. 27 and 28 in...

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Mar 8, 20232 min read


HSU Softball Season Opener By: Alex Guillory
The Hardin-Simmons University Cowgirls played their season opener doubleheader Feb. 10 against the Southwestern Pirates. The Cowgirls...

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Feb 21, 20232 min read


Cowgirls Remain Undefeated in the ASC PlayBy: Kaitlyn Beutel
Basketball season is well underway and the courts have been filled with excitement as the Cowgirls have played an outstanding season so...

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Feb 12, 20232 min read


Cross Country Recap By: Kaitlyn Beutel
This fall was an exciting cross-country season for Hardin-Simmons University athletes. The University sent four athletes to run in the...

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Dec 15, 20222 min read


HSU Cheer By: Jia Spangler
Athletics at Hardin-Simmons University are a great way to showcase some of the gifts and talents that students have. They are also a way...

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Oct 27, 20222 min read


Homecoming Recap. By: Marlee Sorrells
Last week, Hardin-Simmons celebrated homecoming with several events throughout the week. Some of them were painting tote bags, a pep...

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Oct 20, 20222 min read


Fall Sports Overview By: Onosetale Eimunjeze
One of the most exciting and anticipated aspects of the semester are sports. A lot of effort, time, energy and commitment are put in by...

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Oct 18, 20222 min read


Women’s Soccer Seeks 20th Consecutive ASC Championship Title By: Megan Jewell
Soccer season is in full swing, and the Hardin-Simmons University girls’ soccer team is seeking their 20th consecutive American Southwest...

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Sep 29, 20222 min read


All Things Intramurals By: Alex Guillory
This year, Hardin-Simmons University has a new coordinator for Intramural and Recreation Sports, Seth Tiemeyer. If you have never...

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Sep 29, 20223 min read


Hardin-Simmons Cowgirl Softball Traditions By: Alex Guillory
Last week, Hardin-Simmons University softball had their annual Alumni Game and they started a new tradition: The Cowgirl Homerun Derby. I...

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Sep 29, 20222 min read


How 'Bout Them Cowgirls By: Alex Guillory
This past weekend on April 29 and 30, the Hardin-Simmons University softball team wrapped up its regular season. They finished with an...

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May 6, 20222 min read


HSU's Nationally Ranked Outdoor Track & Field Teams By: Lauren Jackson
Although running may not be for everyone, the sport of track and field is nothing less than arduous. In areas of agility, speed, power...

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Apr 14, 20221 min read


The Hardin-Simmons Golf Teams return from Oregon By: Noah Rubel
One of the coolest experiences as a college student is being able to travel out of state. It is even better when you get to go for free...

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Apr 14, 20222 min read


The Cowgirls’ Softball Season So Far By: Alex Guillory
As spring break is approaching here at Hardin-Simmons University, the Cowgirl softball team is entering the second half of their season....

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Mar 31, 20222 min read


HSU Cowboys Sink Southwestern During Homecoming Game By: Jia Spangler
Homecoming weekend is one of the most lively and celebrated weekends on the Hardin-Simmons University campus. After such a unique...

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Oct 29, 20211 min read


Basketball Then and Now By: Haleigh Smith
According to The Brand publication of 1916, the Simmons basketball team (now known as Hardin-Simmons Cowboys) would meet up with the...

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Oct 29, 20212 min read


The Cowboys Earn a Donut By: Noah Rubel
Football is no stranger to having strange sayings, play calls or nicknames for situations that happen during the game. One of the best...

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Sep 17, 20211 min read


Gov. Abbott Georgia and the MLB By: Noah Rubel
If you are a Texas baseball fan, you probably know that recent years have involved state teams going to the World Series multiple times....

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May 7, 20212 min read


Track Season By: Noah Rubel
Running is not the most fun event to participate in for many people, and doing so willingly is not something many people do regularly....

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Mar 29, 20212 min read


2021 Golf Season By: Noah Rubel
One could argue that one of the longest and most frustrating sports is also supposed to be the most relaxing. Of course, this sport...

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Mar 29, 20212 min read
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