by Elly Ashlock | Oct 16, 2021 | News Slider, Sports
The Bisons got back to their winning ways in a Thursday night showdown with the Jacksonville State Gamecocks by a 4-1 scoreline Thursday. Both teams were looking for a win in this critical west division match; Lipscomb especially were desperate after a recent 2-1 loss at Eastern Kentucky. “I’m really pleased,” said Coach O’Brien. “To rebound off a result that was tough to take this was exactly what we needed.” The Bisons were rowdy from the get-go, maintaining the ball in their attacking third and earning a corner kick in the first five minutes. The first shot of the night was a goal by redshirt sophomore Molly Grant from just a few yards out, with the assist credited to Haley Williams. Their attacks weren’t the only thing powerful from the start. The Bisons’ strong defense forced the Gamecocks to play the ball back often, altering the Gamecocks’ ability to string together attacks. About halfway through the first 45, momentum shifted slightly as the Gamecocks began to hold more possession in search of the equalizing goal. In an attempt to capitalize on a good-looking run, the Gamecocks registered a shot on goal but it was an easy grab for Lipscomb goalkeeper CJ Graham, her first save of the night. With a lead in place, Coach O’Brien brought in 4 pairs of fresh legs. Skye Baun, Noa Ganthier, Shadia Valenzuela, and Kammy McGee contributed a hefty effort to finish the half. The second half was all Bisons from whistle to buzzer. It began much like the first: immediate control from the home team. With the help of Allie Dunn, Grant continued...
by Hannah Cron | Oct 14, 2021 | BREAKING NEWS, COVID-19, News Slider
After several months of campus-wide indoor mask requirements, Lipscomb is moving to an indoor mask recommendation, effective Oct. 16. Lipscomb students and faculty were alerted of the upcoming change via an email sent out Thursday afternoon ahead of the fall break long weekend. The relaxed guidelines are a result of a decrease in COVID numbers campus-wide. “Due to your diligence, we have seen a significant decrease in the number of COVID-19 cases and individuals in isolation or quarantine. As a result, effective Saturday, Oct. 16, the updated mask policy is that masks will no longer be mandatory but will be recommended,” said the email sent to the Lipscomb community. While masks will no longer be required indoors, they will still be worn inside in certain situations. Faculty may still choose to require facial coverings in any of their respective classes and labs. Anyone preparing or serving food in a group setting must also wear a mask. Another exception to the rule is that anyone who is asked to put on a mask by someone within six feet of them is required to comply. “When requested in good faith by a Lipscomb student, faculty, staff member or guest who is presently wearing a mask indoors, a Lipscomb student, faculty, staff member or guest who is within six feet is required to wear a mask,” according to the statement prepared by the university. Lipscomb will continue to offer vaccination clinics with both the flu and COVID-19 vaccines every Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon in Bennett Campus Center. Lumination will continue to provide updates about Lipscomb’s COVID...
by Danny Kotula | Oct 11, 2021 | News Slider, Sports
The Lipscomb volleyball team beat the Eastern Kentucky Colonels 3-1 Sunday afternoon at Allen Arena. After starting the season with a 3-8 record, Lipscomb has now won five consecutive matches to improve to an even 8-8 on the year. As it has been for all five matches in the streak, defense was a strong point for the Bisons in the 4-set victory. Three Bisons finished with double-digit digs, including team-leading libero Delaney Smith with 16. “It starts with our scouting report,” Smith said. “Our coaches are great at setting us up where we’re supposed to be.” Head coach Brandon Rosenthal, on the other hand, passed the credit for the performance back to his players. “[I was] really pleased with our defense,” Rosenthal said. “I thought it was really, really stout.” “When you look at the numbers… it’s not about one, it’s about all six and doing that defensive job. I thought Smitty [Smith] was off the charts today. If you look at some of the nuances or the small plays she made today, she was really, really good.” Defensive specialist Libby Steinhardt, a freshman from Mt. Vernon, Indiana, earned 11 digs on the afternoon, giving her a new career high with Lipscomb. “I love the [other members of the team],” Steinhardt said. “The block really helped a lot, and it just felt great being able to play with everybody. I felt like we finally felt simple and played like us.” A back-and-forth first set laid the foundation for a fascinating encounter between two respected mid-major volleyball programs meeting for the first time as conference foes since 2006. The lead...
by Gunnar Eng | Oct 10, 2021 | News Slider, Sports
Kate Popova, Lipscomb women’s tennis co-captain since her junior year, has received many personal accomplishments and accolades since joining the team five years ago. A native of Ukraine, Popova has played No. 1 in singles since she was a freshman, has had a winning record in ASUN play every year, and reached first-team All-ASUN status three times. Popova gives credit to her team for helping her stay motivated and continue being a leader. “I want to win at the end of the day, and I really want to win conference before I leave,” Popova said. “This team really works hard and keeps you motivated to get better every day.” Women’s head coach Jamie Aid commends the leadership Popova has brought to the team and the dynamic that she has created within it. “There’s a lot of standards that are more or less driven by the team, and our captains put that together,” Aid said. “We have a team full of girls from all over the world, and Kate has done a great job making the culture of the team feel like a family.” Co-captain of the team Maddox Bandy also lives with Popova and considers her one of her best friends. Maddox has known Popova since she came to Lipscomb and has seen her leadership skills turn the team culture into what it is today. “It’s awesome to be team captains with her, because she pulls her own weight, and is not overbearing in any way to any of the players,” Bandy said. “She is also our No. 1 player on the team — which I think is really...
by Elly Ashlock | Oct 10, 2021 | News Slider, Sports
The Lipscomb volleyball team came away with a clean sweep over Bellarmine Friday night in Allen Arena. The Bisons faced the Knights earlier in 2021 during their spring season, beating them in three sets. On this occasion, Lipscomb was able to secure its sixth straight win over Bellarmine this year in the same fashion. For longtime head coach Brandon Rosenthal, the key to victory was simple. “I know it sounds cliche, but I think we know what our strengths are,” Rosenthal said. “Our strengths are serves, I thought we did a great job at serve receive and then when you look at having four players in double-digits kills in a three set match, that’s hard. That’s hard to defend.” Lipscomb led from start to finish, beginning with 3 strong kills from sophomore outside hitter Kamryn Bacus. The Bisons put together a 4-0 run with serves from setter Delaney Dilfer, a sophomore from Austin, Texas. The set was pushed to 8-4 as freshman Anna Aubele and senior Logan Gish pounded back-to-back kills. Gish tallied up the most kills on the night with 13 to note. After a couple of Lipscomb errors, the Knights began to close the gap bringing the set to 14-13. As Anna Aublele logged her sixth kill of the set, the Knights called their first timeout. Returning to play, the Knights were humbled by an Addi Pelham rocket; run led by server Delaney Smith from Cincinnati, Ohio. Unable to catch up, the Knights fell in the first set 25-18 after two key service aces from outside hitter Logan Gish and defensive specialist Ashleigh Albert. Ashleigh leads the...
by Camryn Given | Oct 9, 2021 | Arts and Entertainment, News Slider
The 52nd annual Dove Awards will take place next Tuesday in Allen Arena, featuring prominent Christian and Gospel musicians. Hosting this year will be first-time host Jonathan McReynolds along with previous host, Natalie Grant, who are both Christian artists. The event took place online in 2020 because of the pandemic, and now as the event returns to in-person, the theme “Stronger Together” reflects this. The event begins with a red carpet event with photos and interviews. Then the hosts take over to announce live performances and category winners. The full list of nominees is posted to the Dove Awards’ website, with categories such as best song, artist and producer. Not only are there categories for Gospel and Contemporary Christian music, but the ceremony extends to genres such as Rap, Bluegrass, and Latino. The Gospel Music Association, the Award’s producer, revealed the nominated artists that will be performing on Tuesday night. They include Lauren Daigle, Elevation Worship and Zach Williams. Tickets are available ranging from $59 to $200. There are also tickets you can purchase for backstage access and artists’ meet and greets. The event will take place on Oct. 19 starting at 6:30 p.m. and will be aired via TBN the following Friday at both 7 p.m. and 9 p.m....
