Athletics

Reaching new heights

Wrights State students use indoor climbing wall to prepare for exciting outdoor adventures

What started as two Wright State students wanting to try something new has blossomed into almost two dozen Raiders training several days per week and traveling the country for thrills and adventures. Continue reading

Dayton Daily News: Former Wright State outfielder hits longest home run in baseball this season

Excerpt Former Wright State University outfielder Peyton Burdick, who the Cincinnati Reds claimed off waivers in April, hit the longest home run in baseball — at any level — this season on Tuesday. Burdick’s home run for the Triple-A Louisville Bats … Continue reading

Top-seeded Wright State will host 2024 Horizon League baseball tournament after capturing regular season title

No. 1 seed Wright State will play its first game in the Horizon League baseball tournament on May 23 at 11 a.m. at Nischwitz Stadium. Continue reading

Wright State golf team headed to San Diego Regional in NCAA tournament

The Wright State University men’s golf team is headed to the NCAA Championship for the seventh time in program history after earning a spot in the San Diego Regional. Continue reading

Wright State golf team captures 2024 Horizon League team title, Flynn individual champion

The Wright State men’s golf team captured the 2024 Horizon League Championship as Andrew Flynn defeated teammate Timmy Hollenbeck on the second playoff hole to grab top individual honors. Continue reading

Rowdy reveal

Wright State student Carly Blessing, who has played Rowdy Raider for years, poised to graduate

After performing as Rowdy Raider, Wright State senior Carly Blessing aims to work as a character performer at Disney World. Continue reading

Clint Sargent named Wright State men’s basketball head coach

Clint Sargent has served as the associate head coach of the men’s basketball team for the last three seasons. Continue reading

Wright State Director of Athletics Bob Grant to retire

Bob Grant has served as director of athletics at Wright State University since 2008. Continue reading

Game changer

Wright State’s new indoor golf training facility makes an impact on players and their game

Wright State University golfers can work on their game, regardless of the weather conditions, in the new Tobey Family Golf Studio in the Wright State Nutter Center. Continue reading

Designed delivery

Wright State student-athlete Alex Drsek takes full advantage of her opportunities in college

Whether it’s in the classroom or at the bowling alley, Wright State grad student Alex Drsek aims to be the best. Continue reading