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Trevecca Athletics Hall of Fame welcomes largest induction class in history

8Nov

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Trevecca Athletics Hall of Fame welcomes largest induction class in history

By Maven McGregory Sports Editor Trevecca Nazarene University inducted its largest class of 10 individuals into its Athletics Hall of Fame on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, in Boone Convocation Center. The inductees are Gary Van Atta, Steve Harris, Bob Amity, Ernie Reynolds, Byron Sanford, Ben Tyree, Crissie Cunha Lima, Chris Lowe, Calvin Da Cunha, and Sam Harris. Established in 1993, the Hall of Fame recognizes coaches, athletes, and individuals who have made major contributions to Trevecca athletics. Mark Elliott, Trevecca athletics director, said the university’s 125th anniversary led the Hall of Fame committee to amend the charter to expand eligibility to recognize more individuals. Each year, a 15 member committee selects each class of inductees with care and consideration...

Mark Elliott Retires After 16 Years as Athletic Director

5Oct

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Mark Elliott Retires After 16 Years as Athletic Director

By Maven McGregory Sports Editor After 16 years leading Trevecca athletics, Mark Elliott will retire following the 2026-27 school year. Elliott was hired in 2011 as director of athletics and has spent his tenure leading the university’s athletic department through major changes. Trevecca Nazarene University President Dan Boone said he saw the qualities in Elliott from their first interview that shaped his decision to hire him. “It was the combination of his faith, deep love for students, and the student experience. I saw that in him.  The strength of his own family. The way that he raised his children and the character that he had instilled within them, that gave me confidence that this is the kind of influence he’s going to have on the athletes that ...

Three Jones brothers bring family bond to Trevecca soccer

23Sep

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Three Jones brothers bring family bond to Trevecca soccer

By Lydia Chapman Special Projects Editor Long before they shared a locker room at Trevecca, Levi, Judah and Zion Jones shared a backyard, where hours of competition helped shape the brothers and the soccer players they would become. “We would always compete with each other for three, four hours a day,” Levi Jones, a graduate student, said. “Just playing and perfecting our craft.” The games were competitive. There were arguments over fouls, debates over who won and plenty of opportunities to mess with each other afterward. But underneath the competition was something that has followed the brothers to college: family. Now, the backyard has been replaced by Trevecca’s soccer field. Levi, Judah and Zion are three of 10 children. This season, the three brothers play college...

Trevecca cheer places sixth at UCA Division I All Girl Game Day Nationals

20Feb

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Trevecca cheer places sixth at UCA Division I All Girl Game Day Nationals

Maven McGregory Senior Reporter Cheer Team at the University World Cup Cheerleading Championships (UWCC) in Orlando, Fl / Photo from Trevecca Cheer Social Media For the first time in history, Trevecca cheer placed sixth out of 31 teams in the UCA Division I All Girls Game Day Nationals and finished third at the University World Cup Cheerleading Championships (UWCC). In 2025, the team participated in its fourth national competition. After missing finals by 0.2 points last year, the team came back with purpose. Now, they are sixth in the country and third in the world. “Our slogan of the season was ‘point two prove’ because last year we missed finals by 0.2 points. It really meant a lot to not only make finals but be successful in being on the heels of the top five programs in...

Men’s and women’s basketball teams pass season midpoint at 7–4 in conference play

16Feb

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Men’s and women’s basketball teams pass season midpoint at 7–4 in conference play

By Parker Henningsen Sports Editor and Chief Photographer Both the men and women’s basketball teams have passed over the half-way mark in their season. Both teams are currently 14-7 overall with the men being 9-6 in conference play and the women are 11-5 Four-time freshman of the week, Fred Bailey, has been a key player to the men’s team this season. “I was a red-shirt last year so I have just been eager to play. So freshman of the week compliments the work I just put in,” said Bailey. Bailey becomes the second Trojan athlete to ever win the award four-times in one season, behind Julius Turnipseed IV (track and field). Bailey currently has the second highest point average per game at 13.2 ppg, the most defensive rebounds (85), and the second most points (224) this season.&n...

NCAA’s Potential Fifth Year Could Reshape Division II Athletics

5Feb

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NCAA’s Potential Fifth Year Could Reshape Division II Athletics

Natalia Bowles Senior reporter The NCAA is considering granting Division II athletes an additional year of eligibility, a move that could significantly alter roster management, scholarship distribution, and competitive balance across programs nationwide. While no final decision has been announced, athletic departments are already preparing for potential shifts that could affect student-athletes as early as next fall. Trevecca Nazarene University officials say the additional year would bring both opportunities and challenges. Compliance Director Bri Winic explained that the proposed change could provide more flexibility for athletes looking to extend their academic experience beyond a traditional four-year degree. “Anytime you give athletes the potential to con...

Driven by Passion, Emily Moore Reaches 100 Wins and Shapes a New Era at Trevecca

11Dec

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Driven by Passion, Emily Moore Reaches 100 Wins and Shapes a New Era at Trevecca

Maven McGregory Senior Reporter Emily Moore never planned to coach volleyball. She studied pre-law with dreams to become an attorney, but her love for the sport led her to the collegiate level. Fueled by her passion for volleyball, Moore reached her 100th career win milestone this season as Trevecca’s head coach. “I did not know even going into college that I would end up as a coach. I started with it and I loved it. I haven't left,” said Moore She has played volleyball since she was 12. While she didn’t play in college, she played for her own enjoyment. She began her coaching career at the high school level after a coaching duo invited her to help their team. This continued with club volleyball, USAB, and JVA programs for years. After tearing her ACL in college, Moore...

Trevecca’s Cheyenne Trotter earns Gulf South player of the week after standout start

12Dec

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Trevecca’s Cheyenne Trotter earns Gulf South player of the week after standout start

Maven McGregory Senior Reporter Cheyenne Trotter/ Photo from Trevecca Athletics Cheyenne Trotter was in fourth grade when she first played basketball for her elementary school team. She was invited by her teacher to play and continued to play until the collegiate level. “It was a new teacher at my school wanting to put together a basketball team. I started playing kind of later than most people because most people start young. But I ended up being pretty good,” said Trotter It wasn’t until later in eighth grade that Trotter started playing basketball with a more experienced team. “I remember in 8th grade, I played with the high schoolers. Since then, I've been on the varsity team since my freshman year. My sophomore year of high school, we went to ...

Game day rituals: Trevecca athletes find focus through routine and faith

26Nov

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Game day rituals: Trevecca athletes find focus through routine and faith

Natalia Bowles Senior Reporter Volleyball player Skias Hanline said her pre-game routine starts with one simple but meaningful habit. “I have to have the same hair tie in my hair,” Hanline said. “I’ve been doing that for the last two years, same hair tie.” Volleyball player Skias Hanline pulling her hair back with her special hair tie. / TrevEchoes - Natalia Bowles Trevecca Nazarene University athletes use a variety of pre-game rituals and superstitions to prepare mentally for competition. From team traditions to personal routines, these habits help players find focus and a sense of control before stepping onto the pitch. Sports psychologists have long said that performance is as much mental as it is physical. Gary Mack, author of Mind Gym: An Athlete’s ...

Trevecca to honor five alumni at athletics hall of fame induction Saturday

7Nov

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Trevecca to honor five alumni at athletics hall of fame induction Saturday

Parker Henningsen Chief Photographer and Sports Editor Five Trevecca alumni will be inducted into the athletic Hall of Fame on Saturday as part of the Homecoming celebrations. This year’s inductees include men’s basketball, volleyball, baseball, softball, and the Trojan’s broadcaster for more than 30 years. Josh Helton, Katelyn Atkinson, Tyler Tichnor, Breanna Zeis, and Greg Ruff will be recognized at 9 a.m. on Nov. 8 at Boone Convocation Center. Each year, Trevecca’s athletic department nominates athletes who have achieved national or regional recognition and exemplified the university’s standards for character, while bringing distinction to the athletic program. Helton, a fearsome shooter on the court from 2004 - 2008, had over 1,600 career points and set the school reco...