https://bresciabearcats.com en-us https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/wtrack-ind/2025-26/releases/20260505fiz9dj RIO GRANDE, Oh. – The Brescia University women’s track and field team placed 5th out of the 11 teams in the River States Conference Championship. Fri, 01 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/wtrack-ind/2025-26/releases/20260505fiz9dj https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/bsb/2025-26/releases/20260502p595uc CHILLICOTHE, Oh. – The Brescia University baseball team opened up the first game of the tournament against the #2 seed, Oakland City. The Bearcats fell, 3-2, despite the close matchup. In the double elimination format, BU heads to the loser’s bracket where they faced IU Kokomo and defeated the Cougars, 12-9, in comeback fashion. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/bsb/2025-26/releases/20260502p595uc https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260502psjzam SOUTH CHARLESTON, Wv. – The Brescia University softball team reached the conference tournament for the first time in nine years. The #5 seeded Bearcats faced off against the #4 seed IU Southeast where they dropped the opening game, 13-7. The Bearcats were sent to the loser’s bracket in the double elimination format of the postseason and were to play #2 Shawnee State. BU fell to the Bears ending their tournament run, 9-4. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260502psjzam https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260428ie3r8h OWENSBORO, Ky. – The Brescia University softball team earned the #5 seed in the River States Conference Tournament. The Bearcats finished the regular season 22-26 overall and 17-19 in RSC play. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260428ie3r8h https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/bsb/2025-26/releases/20260428hpaf6f OWENSBORO, Ky. – The Brescia University baseball team earned the #5 seed in the River States Conference Tournament. The Bearcats finished the regular season 22-19 overall and 14-13 in RSC play. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/bsb/2025-26/releases/20260428hpaf6f https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/mten/2025-26/releases/20260421f2dits OWENSBORO, Ky. – The Brescia University men’s tennis team is headed to the River States Conference Tournament for the fifth time in as many years. The Bearcats finished the regular season 4-8 but solidified themselves as the #3 seed. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/mten/2025-26/releases/20260421f2dits https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/wten/2025-26/releases/20260421eknelo OWENSBORO, Ky. – The Brescia University women’s tennis team has made the postseason for the first time in three years. The Bearcats finished the regular season 8-6 overall. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/wten/2025-26/releases/20260421eknelo https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/mvball/2025-26/releases/20260415ig0m21 OAKLAND CITY, In. – Men’s Volleyball ended the regular season as the #6 seed in the River States Conference Tournament. The Bearcats drew #3 seed Oakland City as they traveled to the Mighty Oaks in the opening round. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/mvball/2025-26/releases/20260415ig0m21 https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260413j5gl6v HENDERSON, Ky. – The Brescia University softball team won the series at home against IU Columbus following the close matchup. The Bearcats improved their record to 17-23 overall and 12-16 in RSC play. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260413j5gl6v https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/bsb/2025-26/releases/20260413i18lj9 OWENSBORO, Ky. – The Brescia University baseball team defeated IU Southeast in a three-game series for the first time in 20 years. The Bearcats have split four-game series with the Grenadiers in past seasons but never surmounted a series win. The wins solidified back-to-back 20-win seasons for BU. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/bsb/2025-26/releases/20260413i18lj9 https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/mvball/2025-26/releases/20260413fhz5h1 MIDWAY, Ky. / RICHMOND, In. – The Men’s Volleyball team secured their position in the postseason as the #6 seed following their last two regular season wins. The Bearcats ended the season with an overall record of 12-14 and 7-9 in RSC play. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/mvball/2025-26/releases/20260413fhz5h1 https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260331ghnbvt TERRE HAUTE, In. – As the conference race heats up, the Bearcats are currently sitting in fifth place with an 8-10 RSC record. The split against Midway and sweep of St. Mary of the Woods, kept the Bearcats above Kentucky Christian who are at 8-12 in RSC play. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260331ghnbvt https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/mgolf/2025-26/releases/20260331dxikgt OXFORD, Oh. – The River States Conference has announced the Player of the Week honorees for contest played from March 23 through March 29. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/mgolf/2025-26/releases/20260331dxikgt https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/mvball/2025-26/releases/20260330ivrb5c OWENSBORO, Ky. - With four conference matches left and a postseason berth still faintly visible, the Bearcats found themselves chasing something bigger than a perfect scenario. They were chasing belief. Following a split weekend in conference play, the Bearcats remain in the playoff race. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/mvball/2025-26/releases/20260330ivrb5c https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/bsb/2025-26/releases/20260329vlntbk OWENSBORO, Ky. – With the conference season underway, baseball completed the sweep of IU Columbus this weekend as they battle Midway for the fifth spot in the River States Conference standings. The competition at the top is stiff with IU Southeast, IU Kokomo, and Shawnee State maintaining the top three slots. Following the sweep, the Bearcats extended their record to 16-12 overall and 9-6 in RSC play. Sun, 29 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/bsb/2025-26/releases/20260329vlntbk https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/mtrack-ind/2025-26/releases/20260323f8rjsg TERRE HAUTE, In. – The Brescia University track and field teams traveled north to Terre Haute, IN to compete in the Rose Hulman Early Bird Invitational this past weekend. The Bearcats set multiple personal best and had a hand in topping the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference records. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/mtrack-ind/2025-26/releases/20260323f8rjsg https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/mvball/2025-26/releases/20260322jzciz6 OWENSBORO, Ky. — With the River States Conference playoff race tightening by the day, the Brescia University Bearcats entered the weekend knowing that every set — and every point — matters. Ranked 33rd nationally in the latest NAIA Massey Ratings, the Bearcats showcased both their potential and their need for growth during a pivotal two‑match home stand at the Moore Center. Following the weekend, the Bearcats extend their record to 8-11 overall and 3-6 in RSC play. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/mvball/2025-26/releases/20260322jzciz6 https://bresciabearcats.com/general/2025-26/releases/Keith OWENSBORO, Ky. — March 16, 2026 Brescia University has appointed Keith Cottoner as its first vice president of athletic affairs, marking a significant step in the university’s long-term strategic vision for athletic growth. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/general/2025-26/releases/Keith https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/bsb/2025-26/releases/20260315tin3ac BECKLEY, Wv. – The Brescia University baseball team swept the Golden Bears of WVU Tech on the road in a three-game series. The Bearcats improve their record to 11-10 overall and 5-4 in River States Conference play. Sun, 15 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/bsb/2025-26/releases/20260315tin3ac https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/wbkb/2025-26/releases/20260313yo5bde FORT WAYNE, In. – The Brescia University women’s basketball team faced off against the #2 seed, Saint Francis (Ind.), in the opening round of the NAIA National Tournament. The women’s team fell to the Cougars, 84-56, to end their season. The Lady Bearcats finished 24-8 on the season barring an impressive two-year turn around. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/wbkb/2025-26/releases/20260313yo5bde https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/bsb/2025-26/releases/20260307ivtlt7 KOKOMO, In. – The Brescia University baseball team traveled to IU Kokomo for a three game conference series. The Bearcats split day one with the Cougars with an 8-5 win and a loss. BU’s record extends to 8-9 overall and 2-3 in River States Conference play. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/bsb/2025-26/releases/20260307ivtlt7 https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/mvball/2025-26/releases/20260307kzsao1 OAKLAND CITY, In. - The Brescia University men’s volleyball team took a three-set loss to receiving votes Oakland City. The Bearcats extended their record to 6-9 overall and 1-4 in RSC play. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/mvball/2025-26/releases/20260307kzsao1 https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260307k31bzs HENDERSON, Ky. – The Brescia University softball team split with Rio Grande in their opening day of conference play. The matchup included a 16-inning win and a loss against the RedStorm. The Bearcats extended their record to 4-8 overall and 1-1 in RSC play. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/sball/2025-26/releases/20260307k31bzs https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/wbkb/2025-26/releases/20260305vpybo2 KANSAS CITY, Mo - The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) has officially announced the teams and bracket for the 2026 NAIA Women's Basketball Championship First and Second Rounds, presented by Ballogy. The 64-team bracket will begin with the First and Second Rounds at host sites nationwide on March 13-14. The 2026 NAIA Second Round winners will meet in Sioux City, Iowa, at the NAIA Championship final site presented by Bomgaars and Sterling. The 45th annual championship occurs at the Tyson Events Center from March 19-24. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/wbkb/2025-26/releases/20260305vpybo2 https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/bsb/2025-26/releases/20260305ev9hj9 OWENSBORO, Ky. – The Brescia University baseball team defeated Division II opponent, Kentucky State, in a run rule victory. The 12-2 win improved the Bearcat’s record to 7-8 on the year. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/bsb/2025-26/releases/20260305ev9hj9 https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/wbkb/2025-26/releases/20260303w7rye5 RIO GRANDE, Oh. – The Brescia University women’s basketball team fell on the road in the River States Conference Championship game to defending champions, Rio Grande, 83-64. The Lady Bearcats record runs to 24-7 after the matchup against the #8 team in the nation. BU will look forward to the NAIA National Tournament after making their first appearance in 18-years. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/wbkb/2025-26/releases/20260303w7rye5 https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/wbkb/2025-26/releases/20260301ubntel OWENSBORO, Ky. – The Brescia University women’s basketball team defeated #2 Shawnee State at home, 82-61, to advance to the River States Conference Championship game. With the win against the Bears, the Bearcats also earn an automatic bid to the NAIA National Tournament after an 18-year drought. Sat, 28 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/wbkb/2025-26/releases/20260301ubntel https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/bsb/2025-26/releases/20260301te8fbt MIDWAY, Ky. – The Brescia University baseball team opened up their conference campaign against Midway University in a three-game series this past weekend. The Bearcats came out victorious in one of the three against the Eagles. They extend their overall record to 6-8 and 1-2 in River States Conference play. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/bsb/2025-26/releases/20260301te8fbt https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/wbkb/2025-26/releases/20260226k5wngx OWENSBORO, Ky. – The Brescia University women’s basketball team cruised past #4 WVU Tech in the first round of the River States Conference Championship, 76-44. The 32-point win improves their record to 23-6 and home gym advantage in the Semifinals. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/wbkb/2025-26/releases/20260226k5wngx https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/mvball/2025-26/releases/20260225pffndy OWENSBORO, Ky. – The Brescia University men’s volleyball team took on the Tigers of #5 Campbellsville at home this last Tuesday night. Despite taking one set from the Tigers, CU came out on top three sets to one over the Bearcats. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://bresciabearcats.com/sports/mvball/2025-26/releases/20260225pffndy