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Owen Murray

Owen Murray, Associate Sports Editor

Owen Murray is a third-year student and the associate sports editor at the Daily Emerald. He previously spent two years as a sports reporter, covering football, basketball and acrobatics and tumbling.

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Oregon center Iapani Laloulu (72) stands on the sidelines after the conclusion of the game. The University of Oregon Ducks Football team played the Ohio State University Buckeyes in the Rose Bowl at Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif., on Jan. 1, 2025, where they lost 41-21. (Max Unkrich/Emerald)

Amid injury layoffs, transfers, Oregon offensive line thrives on connection

Owen Murray, Sports Associate Editor
August 21, 2025
Quarterback Dante Moore (5) makes a throw on the run showing off his dual threat ability. The "Green Team" wins 28-17 during the Oregon Ducks Spring Game in Autzen Stadium on April 27, 2024. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

Who’s under center?

Owen Murray, Sports Associate Editor
August 18, 2025
Assistant Coach Karly Nowak cheers on her players as they perform their tumbling routine. Oregon acrobatics and tumbling defeated Hawai’i Pacific in the season opener at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 10, 2024. (Kemper Flood/Emerald)

Oregon acrobatics and tumbling assistant coach leaves program

Owen Murray, Sports Associate Editor
July 24, 2025
Ducks softball head coach Melyssa Lombardi. (Sarah Northrop/Emerald)

Oregon softball coach Melyssa Lombardi signs four-year contract extension

Owen Murray and Joe Krasnowski
July 22, 2025
Aaliyah Mccormick ran a time of 12.94 seconds to win the women's 100 meter hurdles in Sunday's finals. The Big Ten Track and Field Championships come to a close at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore., on May 18, 2025. (Julia Massa/Emerald)

Oregon track and field women’s program named best in the nation

Owen Murray, Sports Associate Editor
July 14, 2025
University of Oregon’s Matthew Erickson powering through the first few steps of the men’s 400 meter race. The University of Oregon Track and Field team finish out their regular season home races with the Oregon Twilight meet on Friday, May 9, 2025 at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. (Saj Sundaram/Emerald)

Why “a little bit meticulous” is just right for Matthew Erickson

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
June 13, 2025
Koby Kessler finishes second with a height of 2.02 meters in the high jump event of the men's decathlon. Day one of the Big Ten Track and Field Championships are underway at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore., on May 16, 2025. (Julia Massa/Emerald)

Sticking around

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
May 29, 2025
Fans wave poms at the introduction to teams before competition. The University of Oregon Ducks Women’s Acrobatics and Tumbling team in a home match against Morgan State at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 15, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

BREAKING: Acrobatics and tumbling takes next step towards NCAA Championship status

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
May 15, 2025
The University of Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling Team played the University of Baylor Bears in a home match at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Apr. 5, 2024. (Spencer So/Emerald)

Oregon acrobatics and tumbling finishes season with three event titles, national championship loss

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
May 5, 2025
Alexis Giardina (29) looks back to the team before starting the final routine. The University of Oregon Ducks Women’s Acrobatics and Tumbling team in a home match against Morgan State at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 15, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

No. 2 Oregon acrobatics and tumbling takes home three event titles and two All-American nods

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
April 27, 2025
The Baylor team yells "Sic 'em Bears" to the judges to cap off their team performance.  The Oregon Acrobatics and Tumbling team takes on Baylor on March 8th, 2023, at Matthew Knight Arena. (Jonathan Suni, Emerald)

No. 2 Oregon falls to No. 1 Baylor 276.015-266.355 in NCATA title meet

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
April 26, 2025
The University of Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling Team played the University of Baylor Bears in a home match at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Apr. 5, 2024. (Spencer So/Emerald)

No. 2 Oregon acrobatics and tumbling wins last-gasp NCATA semifinal in 270.455-263.595 victory over No. 3 Quinnipiac University

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
April 25, 2025
Oregon athletes shouting to conclude the routine. The University of Oregon Ducks Women’s Acrobatics and Tumbling team in a home match against Morgan State at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 15, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

No. 2 Oregon acrobatics and tumbling advances with 270.855-252.180 victory over No. 7 UMHB in NCATA Championship quarterfinal

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
April 24, 2025
Tysheem Johnson (0) walks out of the tunnel with his fellow captains as they prepare for the coin toss. The number 1 ranked Oregon Ducks take on the number 4 Penn State Nittany Lions on Dec. 7, 2024, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, IN. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

Depth in the defensive backfield

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
April 24, 2025
The University of Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling Team played the University of Baylor Bears in a home match at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Apr. 5, 2024. (Spencer So/Emerald)

What to know: No. 2 Oregon acrobatics and tumbling vs No. 7 UMHB

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
April 23, 2025
Morgan State watches as Morgan Willingham (30) flips through the air. The University of Oregon Ducks Women’s Acrobatics and Tumbling team in a home match against Morgan State at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 15, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

No. 2 Oregon acrobatics and tumbling set for familiar NCATA Championship run

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
April 22, 2025
The University of Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling Team played the University of Baylor Bears in a home match at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Apr. 5, 2024. (Spencer So/Emerald)

Oregon acrobatics and tumbling secures second-overall NCATA Championships seed

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
April 13, 2025
Cassidy Cu (19) being held up by Bella Swarthout (10). The University of Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling team practices at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 6, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

Three Oregon acrobatics and tumbling athletes receive national recognition

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
April 9, 2025
The Baylor team yells "Sic 'em Bears" to the judges to cap off their team performance.  The Oregon Acrobatics and Tumbling team takes on Baylor on March 8th, 2023, at Matthew Knight Arena. (Jonathan Suni, Emerald)

No. 2 Oregon acrobatics and tumbling suffers second loss of 2025 season 287.795-283.305 to No. 1 Baylor

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
April 6, 2025
The University of Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling Team played the University of Baylor Bears in a home match at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Apr. 5, 2024. (Spencer So/Emerald)

What to know: No. 2 Oregon acrobatics and tumbling at No. 1 Baylor

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
April 4, 2025
The University of Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling Team played the University of Baylor Bears in a home match at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Apr. 5, 2024. (Spencer So/Emerald)

NCATA Championship Rankings: Biggest winners, losers, on the bubble

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
April 4, 2025
Oregon base Angelica Martin (No. 59, bottom) and top Cassidy Cu (No. 19, top) compete their five-element acro skill

Two Oregon acrobatics and tumbling athletes receive national recognition following road wins

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
April 2, 2025
Cassidy Cu (19) and Bella Swarthout (10) practicing before competition.

Murray: Oregon acrobatics and tumbling: midseason awards

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
April 2, 2025
The team joins at the center of the mat and yells "Go Ducks!" to the judges and home crowd to cap off the meet. The Oregon Acrobatics and Tumbling team takes on Baylor on March 8th, 2023, at Matthew Knight Arena. (Jonathan Suni, Emerald)

No. 2 Oregon acrobatics and tumbling earns emphatic 270.630-257.370 win over No. 6 Iona

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
March 28, 2025
The University of Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling Team played the University of Baylor Bears in a home match at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Apr. 5, 2024. (Spencer So/Emerald)

What to know: No. 2 Oregon acrobatics and tumbling at No. 6 Iona University

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
March 27, 2025
The mascots go head to head in a dance battle during a TV timeout. Oregon Basketball takes on Liberty in the first round of the NCAA Tournament in Seattle, Wa. on Mar 21, 2025.

Murray: One weekend at the NCAA Tournament, through a student journalist’s eyes

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
March 27, 2025
Oregon watches as Haley Ellis (41) is about to start her routine. The University of Oregon Ducks Women’s Acrobatics and Tumbling team in a home match against Morgan State at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 15, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

Oregon freshman earns NCATA honorable mention following road win

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
March 26, 2025
Alexis Giardina (29) looks back to the team before starting the final routine. The University of Oregon Ducks Women’s Acrobatics and Tumbling team in a home match against Morgan State at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 15, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

Three takeaways: No. 4 Oregon performs in crucial spots in road win over No. 2 Quinnipiac

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
March 24, 2025
Oregon's players get announced in pregame. Oregon Basketball takes on Liberty in the first round of the NCAA Tournament in Seattle, Wa. on Mar 21, 2025.

Oregon men’s basketball falls 87-83 to Arizona in NCAA Tournament Round of 32

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
March 24, 2025
The Quinnipiac acrobatics and tumbling team defeated the Oregon team with a final score of 275.420-270.440 in their faceoff at Matthew Knight Arena on March 19, 2024. (Alex Hernandez/Emerald)

No. 4 Oregon acrobatics and tumbling grabs first road win 272.380 – 271.165 over No. 2 Quinnipiac University

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
March 23, 2025
Cassidy Cu (19) and Bella Swarthout (10) practicing before competition.

What to know: Three acrobatics and tumbling questions with Q30 Sports’ Meg Buckley ahead of No. 4 Oregon vs No. 2 Quinnipiac

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
March 22, 2025
Jackson Shelstad (3) celebrates a three point basket at the end of the first half. Oregon Basketball takes on Liberty in the first round of the NCAA Tournament in Seattle, Wa. on Mar 21, 2025.

Oregon rolls to emphatic 81-52 victory over Liberty in NCAA Tournament opener

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
March 22, 2025
The Oregon bench celebrates Keeshawn Barthelemy's three. Oregon Men’s Basketball takes on Indiana in Eugene, Ore. on Mar. 4, 2025.

What they’re saying: Oregon men’s basketball prepares to face Liberty in NCAA Tournament First Round matchup

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
March 21, 2025
View of Matthew Knight Arena duing the Oregon routine. The University of Oregon Ducks Women’s Acrobatics and Tumbling team in a home match against Morgan State at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 15, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

Three Oregon acrobatics and tumbling athletes earn weekly NCATA recognition

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
March 19, 2025
University of Oregon catcher Burke-Lee Mabeus (5) sprints down the baseline after making contact. The University of Oregon baseball team defeated Columbia University 7-0 on Mar. 2, 2025 at PK Park in Eugene, Ore. (Max Unkrich / Emerald)

Freshman watch

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
March 17, 2025
Multiple exposure of Collin Clarke (10), The Oregon Ducks take on the Rhode Island Rams on Febuary 22nd at PK Park in Eugene, Ore. (Darby Winter/Emerald)

Young arms

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
March 17, 2025
The Oregon bench celebrates Keeshawn Barthelemy's three. Oregon Men’s Basketball takes on Indiana in Eugene, Ore. on Mar. 4, 2025.

Second wind

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
March 17, 2025
Fans wave poms at the introduction to teams before competition. The University of Oregon Ducks Women’s Acrobatics and Tumbling team in a home match against Morgan State at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 15, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

Three takeaways: No. 4 Oregon acrobatics and tumbling puts together complete performance in win over No. 5 UMHB

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
March 16, 2025
Thousands of fans attended the final day of the championship. The final day of the NCAA Track & Field Championships was held on June 8, 2024 at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. (Molly McPherson/Emerald)

Oregon women’s track and field claims 2025 NCAA indoor championship

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
March 15, 2025
Oregon sideline chearing during the routine. The University of Oregon Ducks Women’s Acrobatics and Tumbling team in a home match against Morgan State at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 15, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

No. 4 Oregon acrobatics and tumbling cruises against No. 5 Mary Hardin-Baylor in 275.180 – 256.005 win

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
March 14, 2025
Oregon Acro trio flips while the team whatches. The University of Oregon Ducks Women’s Acrobatics and Tumbling team in a home match against Morgan State at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 15, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

What to know: No. 4 Oregon acrobatics and tumbling vs. No. 5 UMHB

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
March 13, 2025
Oregon base Angelica Martin (No. 59, bottom) and top Cassidy Cu (No. 19, top) compete their five-element acro skill

How two of Oregon’s youngest athletes made history

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
March 12, 2025
Alexis Giardina (29) is thrown into the air during the routine. The University of Oregon Ducks Women’s Acrobatics and Tumbling team in a home match against Morgan State at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 15, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

Three takeaways: No. 4 Oregon acrobatics and tumbling sweeps second half events in win over No. 3 Gannon

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
March 9, 2025
Oregon Acro trio flips while the team whatches. The University of Oregon Ducks Women’s Acrobatics and Tumbling team in a home match against Morgan State at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 15, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

No. 4 Oregon acrobatics and tumbling seals bounce back 276.565-263.465 win over No. 3 Gannon University

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
March 8, 2025
Oregon head coach Dan Lanning celebrates a 45-37 win over No. 3 Penn State in the Big Ten Championship Game

BREAKING: Dan Lanning agrees revamped contract with Oregon, raises pay

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
March 6, 2025
What to know: No. 4 Oregon acrobatics and tumbling vs. No. 3 Gannon University

What to know: No. 4 Oregon acrobatics and tumbling vs. No. 3 Gannon University

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
March 6, 2025
Aaliyah McCormick (left) wins the U20 women's 110m hurdles. The USA Track & Field Outdoor Championships continued on July 7, 2023, at Hayward Field, in Eugene, Oregon. (Eric Becker/Emerald)

Oregon track and field athletes and head coach speak after winning Big Ten title and look ahead to outdoor season

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
March 5, 2025
Jackson Shelstad (3) fires a deep three over an Indiana defender. Oregon Men’s Basketball takes on Indiana in Eugene, Ore. on Mar. 4, 2025.

Oregon men’s basketball earns 73-64 senior night victory over Indiana

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
March 5, 2025
Murray: Reflecting on Oregon acrobatics and tumbling vs. Baylor and the season ahead

Murray: Reflecting on Oregon acrobatics and tumbling vs. Baylor and the season ahead

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
March 3, 2025
Elise Sokolsky (18) calls a play before pitching. The University of Oregon Ducks Women’s Softball team in a home match against Loyola Chicago at Jane Sanders Field in Eugene, Ore., on Mar. 1, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

No. 14 Ducks run-rule Ramblers 8-0 in six innings behind shutout from Elyse Sokolsky

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
March 2, 2025
Molly Dahlager (56) talks with Jacie Van de Zilver (AC). The University of Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling team practices at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 6, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

Oregon acrobatics and tumbling assistant Jacie Van de Zilver is all-in on coaching, just a few years after she said she would never do it

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
March 1, 2025
Three Oregon A&T athletes earn weekly recognition from NCATA following loss to No. 1 Baylor

Three Oregon A&T athletes earn weekly recognition from NCATA following loss to No. 1 Baylor

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
February 26, 2025
Phillipina Kyei (15) holds the ball strongly. Oregon Women’s Basketball takes on Rutgers in Eugene, Ore. on Feb. 23, 2025.

Oregon women’s basketball eases past Rutgers 77-58 on senior day

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
February 23, 2025
Three takeaways: No. 4 Oregon A&T struggles vs No. 1 Baylor

Three takeaways: No. 4 Oregon A&T struggles vs No. 1 Baylor

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
February 23, 2025
Oregon base Angelica Martin (No. 59, bottom) and top Cassidy Cu (No. 19, top) compete their five-element acro skill

No. 4 Oregon A&T struggles in team event, drops marquee meet to No. 1 Baylor 283.630 – 272.780

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
February 22, 2025
Katie Flannery (6) gives two thumbs up as she stands on first base. The Oregon women's softball team took a 5-2 win as they faced off against the University of California, Berkeley's Golden Bears at Jane Saunders Stadium on March 9, 2024. (Alex Hernandez/Emerald)

No. 19 Oregon softball earns explosive 7-2 win over No. 25 San Diego State

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
February 21, 2025
Two Baylor tumblers hug after finishing their performance. The Oregon Acrobatics and Tumbling team takes on Baylor on March 8th, 2023, at Matthew Knight Arena. (Jonathan Suni, Emerald)

What to know: Three A&T questions with the Baylor Lariat’s Aidan O’Connor for Ducks vs Bears

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
February 21, 2025
Blessyn Mcmorris (22) practicing her routine. The University of Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling team practices at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 6, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

Oregon A&T athletes Blessyn McMorris, Angelica Martin earn weekly NCATA recognition

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
February 19, 2025
The University of Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling Team played the University of Baylor Bears in a home match at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Apr. 5, 2024. (Spencer So/Emerald)

Three takeaways: Ducks beat Bears in A&T season opener

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
February 19, 2025
Quinn Vandecasteele prepares to receive a ball during a match on Feb. 10, 2024, as the Oregon men's tennis team faced off against the University of Nevada, Reno. (Alex Hernandez/Emerald)

Oregon men’s tennis leaves no doubt and routs Eastern Illinois 7-0 in second match of day

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
February 16, 2025
Quinn Vandecasteele returns the ball during a match on Feb. 10, 2024, as the Oregon men's tennis team faced off against the University of Nevada, Reno. (Alex Hernandez/Emerald)

Oregon men’s tennis remains undefeated at home with 4-1 win over Louisiana-Lafayette

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
February 16, 2025
Rachel Furlong (18) and Haley Ellis (41) extend at the top of the routine during the final performance. The University of Oregon Ducks Women’s Acrobatics and Tumbling team in a home match against Morgan State at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 15, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

Oregon A&T breaks records in stunning 281.205-256.095 opener against Morgan State University

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
February 15, 2025
Molly Dahlager (56) talks with Jacie Van de Zilver (AC). The University of Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling team practices at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 6, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

What to know: No. 4 Oregon acrobatics and tumbling vs Morgan State University

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
February 14, 2025
Bella Swarthout (10) mid routine, holding up Bethany Glick (5). The University of Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling team practices at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 6, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

The Opportunity Sport, Part III: Day One

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
February 12, 2025
Bella Swarthout (10) mid routine. The University of Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling team practices at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 6, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

The Opportunity Sport, Part II: Don’t hold back

Owen Murray
February 11, 2025
Team mid run through of the floor routine. The University of Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling team practices at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 6, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

The Opportunity Sport, Part I: Two coaches, one culture

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
February 10, 2025
Phillipina Kyei (15) tries to get through Lauren Betts (51) for a layup. The University of Oregon Ducks Women’s Basketball team lose to the UCLA Bruins (62-52) in a home match at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 9, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

Oregon women’s basketball struggles offensively in 62-52 loss to No. 1 UCLA

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
February 9, 2025
Number 32, Nate Bittle at the game against the University of Washington. (Roshni Ram/Emerald)

Oregon men’s basketball crumbles in 86-74 loss to No. 9 Michigan State

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
February 8, 2025
The University of Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling Team played the University of Baylor Bears in a home match at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Apr. 5, 2024. (Spencer So/Emerald)

Acrobatics and Tumbling: What you need to know from the first NCATA poll release

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
January 31, 2025
Number 32, Nate Bittle, at the game against the University of Washington. (Roshni Ram/Emerald)

Oregon center Nate Bittle is the Ducks’ newest ranged weapon

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
January 27, 2025

No. 15 Oregon grabs another rebound victory against rivals Washington 82-71

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
January 22, 2025
The Oregon Ducks played against the UCLA Bruins Sunday afternoon in Matthew Knight Arena Eugene, Ore. Bruin forward William Kyle III (24) and Duck center Nate Bittle (32) both reach to fight for the ball.

Ducks’ performances not matching the occasion

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
January 19, 2025
Jackson Shelstad (3) dribbles the ball. The University of Oregon Ducks Mens Basketball team defeat the SFA Lumberjacks (79-61) in a home match at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Dec. 15, 2024. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

Oregon men’s basketball grabs vital 73-71 win over Ohio State in Columbus

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
January 9, 2025
The team joins at the center of the mat and yells "Go Ducks!" to the judges and home crowd to cap off the meet. The Oregon Acrobatics and Tumbling team takes on Baylor on March 8th, 2023, at Matthew Knight Arena. (Jonathan Suni, Emerald)

Murray: How Oregon acrobatics and tumbling can take the next step

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
January 9, 2025
Dana Altman (HC) looks to the floor to talk with is players. The University of Oregon Ducks Mens Basketball team defeat the SFA Lumberjacks (79-61) in a home match at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Dec. 15, 2024. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

Oregon men’s basketball avoids slump with key win over Maryland ahead of January road trip

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
January 6, 2025
Oregon forward Amina Muhammad (5) and Grand Canyon guard Trinity San Antonio (23). The University of Oregon Ducks defeated the Grand Canyon University Antelopes 70-54 on Monday, November 18. Now 5-0 in the season, the Ducks will play the Auburn University Tigers on November 20.

Oregon women’s basketball earns second Big Ten win in 68-52 home victory over Wisconsin

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
January 4, 2025
Head coach Dan Lanning talks to a reporter from the B1G Ten Network after the game. The Oregon Ducks played against the Maryland Terrapins at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Saj Sundaram/Emerald)

Defensive lineman Bear Alexander announces transfer to Oregon

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
December 20, 2024
Oregon Ducks linebacker Bryce Boettcher (28) hypes up the crowd as the Ducks finish off their opening ceremony. The Oregon Ducks defeat the California Golden Bears 63-19 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene Ore., on Nov. 4, 2023. (Sebastian Flores/Emerald)

Oregon linebacker Bryce Boettcher wins Burlsworth Trophy

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
December 9, 2024
Tight ends Patrick Herbert (88) and Terrance Ferguson (3) celebrate an exciting two point conversion. The Oregon Ducks take on the UCLA Bruins in its first Big Ten Conference game in the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA on Sept. 28, 2024. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

Perfect timing

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
December 5, 2024
Tez Johnson (15) evades a group of defenders. The University of Oregon Ducks Football team were defeated by the University of Washington Huskies in an away match at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington, on October 14, 2023. (Eric Becker/Emerald)

Ducks and Huskies, one year in

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
November 27, 2024
Assistant Coach Jerise Freeman yells at her players at Matthew Knight Arena on Nov. 20, 2024, in Eugene, Ore. (Jordan Martin/Emerald)

Oregon women’s basketball drops second-straight in 75-70 loss to South Dakota State

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
November 26, 2024
Nate Bittle (32) one handed dunk The Oregon Ducks mens basketball team takes on the Oregon State Beavers on Nov. 21, 2024 in Gill Coliseum in Corvallis, Ore. (Darby Winter/Emerald)

How Oregon men’s basketball will move on from N’Faly Dante

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
November 25, 2024
The NCAA National Championship trophy in Autzen Stadium. The University of Oregon Ducks Football team defeat the University of Colorado Buffaloes 42-6 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon, on September 23, 2023. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

Five things to know about the College Football Playoff bracket

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
November 21, 2024
A year ago the Oregon Ducks were playing in a rather meaningless Holiday Bowl game. This year, Dan Lanning leads his team in warmups for a coveted NY6 Bowl Game in the Fiesta Bowl. The Oregon Ducks crush the Liberty Flames at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz., on Jan. 1, 2024. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

Oregon football officially seals ticket for 2024 Big Ten Championship Game

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
November 19, 2024
Jeffrey Bassa (2) reaches his hand out to his teammates as they prepare to take the field. The Oregon Ducks take on the UCLA Bruins in its first Big Ten Conference game in the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA on Sept. 28, 2024. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

‘On Innovation’ Part VII: Big problems with big conferences

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
November 14, 2024
Oregon Ducks Head Coach Kelly Graves celebrates the win over Indiana. Oregon Ducks women’s basketball takes on Indiana University in the second round of the NCAA Championship at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. on March 24, 2019. (Devin Roux/Emerald)

A game that matters: Oregon women’s basketball battles back in win over No. 12 Baylor

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
November 11, 2024
Montana forward Amari Jedkins (5) guards Oregon center Nate Bittle (32). The University of Oregon Ducks Defeated the University of Montana Grizzlies 79-58 on Friday. (Miles Cull/Emerald)

Oregon men’s basketball eases past Montana 79-48

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
November 9, 2024
Oregon defensive leader, Jeffrey Bassa (2), celebrates a quick stop in the Michigan backfield to take out any remains of Wolverine momentum on the drive. The number 1 ranked Oregon Ducks takes on the Michigan Wolverines on Nov. 2, 2024, at the iconic 'Big House" in Ann Arbor, Mich. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

Week 10 Big Ten Recap

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
November 7, 2024
A gatorade drenched Dan Lanning celebrates the Fiesta Bowl win with his staff. The Oregon Ducks crush the Liberty Flames at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz., on Jan. 1, 2024. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

Oregon football grabs No. 1 ranking in initial CFP poll

Owen Murray, Sports Writer
November 5, 2024
Brandon Angel, a forward for the Oregon Ducks Mens Basketball, driving towards the basket in an attempt to score. (Saj Sundaram/Emerald)

Oregon men’s basketball returns to action with 91-76 opening day win over UC Riverside

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
November 5, 2024
Dillon Gabriel (8) runs inside the Michigan State’s 10 yard line. University of Oregon takes on Michigan State University at Autzen Stadium, Eugene, October 4th 2024. (Eddie Bruning/Emerald)

Big time in “The Big House”

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
October 31, 2024
Duck fans celebrate as the clock winds down in the 4th quarter. The number 3 ranked Oregon Ducks football team takes on the number 2 ranked Ohio State University Buckeyes on Oct. 12, 2024, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. (Molly McPherson/Emerald)

‘On Innovation,’ Part VI: I get chills

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
October 24, 2024
ESPN’s College GameDay makes its 12th visit to the University of Oregon on Oct. 12, 2024. The Ducks face off against the Ohio State Buckeyes later in the day, a match-up like no other played in Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. (Molly McPherson/Emerald)

When the world comes to Eugene

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
October 17, 2024
The College Gameday crew reacts after Lee Corso dawns the duck head and announces Oregon as his choice to win the game. Oregon hosts College Gameday bright and early on the Lillis lawn October 22, 2022 before their game against no.9 UCLA. (Liam Sherry/Daily Emerald)

ESPN College GameDay selects TV star as guest picker

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
October 10, 2024
Noah Whittington (6) gets an outside carry inside the Redzone. University of Oregon takes on Michigan State University at Autzen Stadium, Eugene, October 4th 2024. (Eddie Bruning/Emerald)

‘The hay is never in the barn’: How the Ducks are preparing to fly in primetime

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
October 10, 2024
The University of Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling Team played the University of Baylor Bears in a home match at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Apr. 5, 2024. (Spencer So/Emerald)

Oregon acrobatics and tumbling revamps coaching staff

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
October 3, 2024
The Oregon defense swarms the UCLA ball carrier as the Ducks continue to show dominance on the defensive side of the ball. The Oregon Ducks take on the UCLA Bruins in its first Big Ten Conference game in the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA on Sept. 28, 2024. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

‘On Innovation,’ Part V: Defense comes first

Owen Murray, Sports Reporter
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