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Olkosky prepares for final season on the court

Olkosky prepares for final season on the court

December 13, 2018

By Jalyn Bolyard, Online Editor   Senior basketball player Johnie Olkosky has been a staple to watch at West Liberty University since she began playing for the team in 2015, after redshirting her first...

Senior Meininger is leaving everything on the court 

Senior Meininger is leaving everything on the court 

December 3, 2018

By Raissa Wagner, Contributing Writer   Eric Meininger is a 22-year-old from Centerville, Ohio, and he is not your average basketball player. He is the senior captain of the basketball team and he has...

WLU’s No. 1 wrestler looks for a strong return to the mat

November 19, 2018

By Yijing Shen, Distribution Manager   West Liberty University’s redshirt senior wrestler Darius Bunch is saving his power to be back for his final season on coach Mitch Smith’s team.  Finishing...

Wheeling native Whipkey overcomes adversity in senior year

October 30, 2018

By Mimi Albon, Contributing Writer   Austin Whipkey plays offensive on WLU’s football team. His primary position is right guard on the offensive line and his job is to protect the quarterback. This...

Senior goalkeeper shines in last season on the hilltop

Senior goalkeeper shines in last season on the hilltop

October 10, 2018

By Jalyn Bolyard, Online Editor   Senior goalkeeper Lauren Hartnell is making the best of her last season on the hilltop with the women’s soccer team.  Originally from Nashport, Ohio, Hartnell...

Volleyball senior inspires, celebrates growth

Volleyball senior inspires, celebrates growth

September 30, 2018

By Daniel Morgan, Contributing Writer   Senior right side/outside hitter Raimey Benson is making the most of her final season on West Liberty University’s volleyball team. She recently surpassed 1,000...

Senior transfer making the most of final year on the court

Senior transfer making the most of final year on the court

February 24, 2018

By Kendrick Jackson, Advertising Manager Senior guard Jordan Watson has been a vital part of the Hilltopper team this season. A transfer from Lincoln University (Pa.), Watson is shooting over 45 percent...

Ethan Estes looks forward to final season at WLU

February 19, 2018

By Cody Shook, Sports Editor Coming into West Liberty University as a freshman, Ethan Estes was 5 feet 10 inches tall, weighed in at 170 pounds, and he had to make the transition from playing shortstop...

McKenna Shives stands out on and off the court

McKenna Shives stands out on and off the court

February 6, 2018

By Cody Shook, Sports Editor   A senior from Struthers, Ohio, McKenna Shives is no average basketball player. This is her second and final season here at West Liberty University. She transferred from...

Senior volleyballer hopes to finish season off strong

October 19, 2017

By Josh Smith, Contributing Writer   Three years ago, heading into the 2014-15 season, head coach Kayla Mull of the Lady Hilltoppers volleyball program knew she needed a solid recruiting class if they...

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