2012-13 News Archive

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Director Of Athletics And Recreation Garnett Purnell To Retire
Director Of Athletics And Recreation Garnett Purnell To Retire

After 14 years, Wittenberg University Director of Athletics and Recreation has announced plans to step away from his position.

Craig Osterbrock was a standout for four years on the course and in the classroom for the Wittenberg men's golf team. File Photo | Jason Roberts
Craig Osterbrock, Ben Hogenkamp Earn National Academic Awards

In recognition of excellence on the golf course and in the classroom, Osterbrock and Hogenkamp garnered NCAA Division III All-America Scholar honors.

File Photo | Erin Pence
Wittenberg Golfers Excel During Busy Summer

Tiger golfers continue to make strides during the summer months, with four women scheduled to play in upcoming women's team championship in Powell, Ohio.

Cole Bond was a marksman on the court and in the classroom during the 2012-13 school year. File Photo | Erin Pence
Cole Bond, Zack Leahy Earn National Academic Awards

Pair of Tigers earn mention from the National Association of Basketball Coaches for their work on the court and in the classroom.

Reed Florence did fine work on the field and in his community during the 2012-13 school year to earn a nomination to the AFCA's Good Works Team. File Photo | Erin Pence
Reed Florence Nominated For Allstate AFCA Good Works Team

For second straight year, Tigers' signal-caller merits national mention after taking leadership roles on campus and in the community.

Wittenberg Announces Athletics Hall Of Honor Class of 2013
Wittenberg Announces Athletics Hall Of Honor Class of 2013

Jeanette Baier Gould '91, Jeff Brown '92, Scott Copeland '86, Eby Day '85 and Eleanor Roller '50 will be inducted during Homecoming Weekend Oct. 11-13.

Allie Lawwill is one of three Tigers to earn WGCA All-American Scholar awards following the 2012-13 school year. File Photo | Erin Pence
Lawwill, Waers, Wong Earn National Academic Awards

A trio of standouts were recognized by the Women's Golf Coaches Association for the combination of their academic and athletics exploits during the 2012-13 school year.

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Brian Agler ’80 To Be Inducted Into Ohio Basketball Hall Of Fame In 2014

Wittenberg's career leader in assists will be honored by the Ohio Basketball Hall of Fame at a ceremony in May 2014.

Two Wittenberg Student-Athletes Attend NCAA Career In Sports Forum
Two Wittenberg Student-Athletes Attend NCAA Career In Sports Forum

Alie Marousek '14 and Kaitie Harrison '14 made the most of an opportunity to learn about careers in athletics.

Alex Andrews led Wittenberg with a 74.5 stroke average in 2012-13. File Photo | Jason Roberts
Alex Andrews Earns Second-Team PING All-America Honors

Andrews capped a phenomenal sophomore season with his first career All-America award.

File Photo | Erin Pence
Wittenberg Football Earns Mention In National Preseason Publications

The Tigers are getting some summer love from national magazines, including The Sporting News and Lindy's, both of which ranked Wittenberg in the preseason top 10.

Photo by Sarah Jurewicz
Wittenberg Student-Athletes Extend Special Olympics Partnership

After hosting and participating in a variety of activities, Wittenberg SAAC capped the 2012-13 school year with a Special Olympics Field Day.

Brandon Reaman collected 62 hits in 2013, the third-highest total in program history. File Photo | Erin Pence
Tyler Hutchinson, Brandon Reaman Earn All-Mideast Region Honors

After posting big numbers in the 2013 season, the junior designated hitter and sophomore outfielder picked up regional accolades.

Head Coach Paco Labrador discusses strategy during a training session prior to a team trip to Spain. Photo by Erin Pence
Tigers Prepare For 2013 Season With Trip To Spain

For the fourth time in the last 10 years, the Wittenberg volleyball team will participate in a training trip to Spain.

File Photos | Erin Pence
Wittenberg Student-Athletes Earn Academic All-District Honors

Kellen Morrissey and Francine Murzynski have earned first-team Capital One Academic All-America College Division All-District 7.

Jeff Roope earned his first career regional coach of the year award. File Photo | Jason Roberts
Jeff Roope Named Great Lakes Region Coach Of The Year

No student-athletes were selected to the all-region team, but Head Coach Jeff Roope earned top honors for his work with the 12th-ranked Tigers.