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Brady Bowling, graduate pitcher, throws a pitch to Parker Stroh, junior catcher, Tuesday in the game against McKendree University at the USI Baseball Field.

Gallery: Men’s baseball win against Mckendree University 17-7

Emalee Jones, Managing Editor April 26, 2023

The men's basketball team went up against McKendree University Tuesday at the USI Baseball Field. USI won 17-7.

Evan Kahre, senior outfielder, waits for a pitch Wednesday in the game against Oakland City University at the USI Baseball Field.

How DI has changed USI

Eric Reynolds and Bryce West April 25, 2023

The university’s first year of NCAA Division I athletics is coming to an end. Students, student-athletes and athletic administration report higher student attendance at sporting events, more school spirit...

Ricardo Van Grieken, sophomore infielder, swings at a pitch Wednesday in the game against Oakland City University at the USI Baseball Field.

Gallery: Men’s baseball win against Oakland City University 15-6

Emalee Jones, Managing Editor April 19, 2023

The men’s baseball team went up against Oakland City University at the USI Baseball Field. USI won against OCU 15-6.

The mens basketball team meets on the court during a timeout at the 2023 Homecoming Game Feb. 4 in the Screaming Eagles Arena.

Analysis: What does the transfer portal mean for USI athletics?

Eric Reynolds, Sports Writer April 12, 2023

Athletes have more freedom over their own experience than ever due to the introduction of the transfer portal. Since 2018, the NCAA has had the transfer portal as a compliance tool to help student-athletes...

Will Kiesel, freshman pitcher, throws a pitch Thursday in the game against Southeast Missouri State University at the USI Baseball Field.

Gallery: Men’s baseball loses to SEMO 4-13

Emalee Jones, Managing Editor April 12, 2023

The men's baseball team went up against Southeast Missouri State University Thursday at the USI Baseball Field. USI lost to SEMO 4-13.

Caroline Stapleton, freshman outfielder, waits for a pitch at home plate Tuesday in the game against Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis at the USI Softball Field.

Gallery: Women’s softball loses to IUPUI 0-3

Emalee Jones, Managing Editor April 5, 2023

The women's softball team went up against Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis Tuesday at the USI Softball Field. USI lost to IUPUI 0-3.

University of Southern Indiana hires Jeffrey Aucoin as the new women’s volleyball head coach Monday effective immediately.

USI hires former Harvard University assistant coach as women’s volleyball head coach

Eric Reynolds, Sports Writer March 27, 2023

University of Southern Indiana hired Jeffrey Aucoin as the new women’s volleyball head coach Monday effective immediately. Aucoin worked for Harvard University as their volleyball recruiting coordinator...

The mens basketball team sits on the court during a media timeout against Midway University Nov. 7, 2022, in the Screaming Eagles Arena.

Analysis: CBI Tournament ends men’s basketball season

Eric Reynolds, Sports Writer March 22, 2023

The first Division I men’s basketball season came to an end following losses in both the Ohio Valley Conference Tournament and the College Basketball Invitational.  The Screaming Eagles came into...

Analysis: March Madness Final Four predictions

Analysis: March Madness Final Four predictions

Eric Reynolds, Sports Writer March 15, 2023

The NCAA men’s basketball season has ended, so it is time for the March Madness tournament. The March Madness tournament is one of the most significant events of the sports year. While USI cannot compete...

Isaiah Swope, sophomore guard, takes a hard foul against Midway University Nov. 2 in the Screaming Eagles Arena.

Shield Sports staff names men’s, women’s basketball 2023 awards

Quinton Watt and Eric Reynolds March 1, 2023

The university’s basketball season is ending, and it’s time for The Shield’s awards for the first Division I basketball season.  Women’s MVP: Hannah Haithcock The women’s basketball’s...

Analysis: Baseball stats for dummies

Analysis: Baseball stats for dummies

Eric Reynolds, Sports Writer February 22, 2023

Baseball is very analytically driven and can be confusing to people who are trying to get into the sport. Here are some basic terms and statistics that can help newcomers better understand the sport. Terminology Before...

USI track and field hits the track in their first Division I indoor season today and tomorrow.

Analysis: Indoor track and field expectations

Quinton Watt, Sports Editor February 22, 2023

The indoor track and field teams are coming together to close a historical Division I season before the Ohio Valley Conference Championships begin Wednesday. Returning from a strong cross-country season,...

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