University of Evansville Purple Aces

Aces Volleyball Extends Winning Streak to Eight – 14 News WFIE Evansville

Aces Volleyball Extends Winning Streak to Eight  14 News WFIE Evansville

MARTIN, TN. (WFIE) – For the first time since the 2010 campaign, the University of Evansville volleyball team has won eight matches in a row as the Purple Aces …

Looking ahead: Salukis travel to Tennessee Tech Invitational – Daily Egyptian

Looking ahead: Salukis travel to Tennessee Tech Invitational  Daily Egyptian

The Southern Illinois Saluki women’s volleyball team will travel to compete in the Tennessee Tech Invitational tournament this weekend. This will be the team’s …

Deadline approaching to join the Aces in Bahamas – 14 News WFIE Evansville

Deadline approaching to join the Aces in Bahamas  14 News WFIE Evansville

The Bash in the Bahamas will be held in Nassau with three games taking place between November 22-24.

Lady Aces Drop Final Match of Tennessee Road Trip – 14 News WFIE Evansville

Lady Aces Drop Final Match of Tennessee Road Trip  14 News WFIE Evansville

CLARKVILLE, TN. (WFIE) – The University of Evansville women’s soccer team fell to Austin Peay, 2-0, Sunday afternoon. UE would open the offense with a shot …

APSU Soccer hosts Evansville, Sunday – Clarksville Online

APSU Soccer hosts Evansville, Sunday  Clarksville Online

Clarksville, TN – After a long trip west, Austin Peay State University (APSU) soccer will be back at Morgan Brothers Soccer Field when it hosts Evansville.

Insider mailbag: UE basketball, USI hoops and high school football surprises – Evansville Courier & Press

Insider mailbag: UE basketball, USI hoops and high school football surprises  Evansville Courier & Press

Courier & Press columnist Chad Lindskog fields readers’ questions about UE and USI basketball, high school football and mroe.

Feliciano named MVC Freshman of the Week as UE preps for TSU – 14 News WFIE Evansville

Feliciano named MVC Freshman of the Week as UE preps for TSU  14 News WFIE Evansville

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) -On the heels of a strong debut weekend for the University of Evansville volleyball team, Melanie Feliciano garnered Missouri Valley …

UE Women’s Soccer Falls at Belmont – 14 News WFIE Evansville

UE Women’s Soccer Falls at Belmont  14 News WFIE Evansville

NASHVILLE, TN. (WFIE) – The University of Evansville women’s soccer team fought for 90-minutes, but fell to Belmont, 4-2, Sunday afternoon. The Purple Aces …

Lowry Earns Individual Title at UNA Invitational – 14 News WFIE Evansville

Lowry Earns Individual Title at UNA Invitational  14 News WFIE Evansville

FLORENCE, AL. (WFIE) – In the second race of the season, the University of Evansville men’s and women’s cross country teams made strides at the North …

COLLEGE SOCCER: Cougars score early, hold on to beat Evansville – mySanAntonio.com

COLLEGE SOCCER: Cougars score early, hold on to beat Evansville  mySanAntonio.com

EDWARDSVILLE – The SIUE men’s soccer team scored three goals in the first eight minutes Friday, scored four in the first 30 and held on for a 4-3 win over …

University of Evansville inks long-term deal with Pepsi – 14 News WFIE Evansville

University of Evansville inks long-term deal with Pepsi  14 News WFIE Evansville

The deal gives Pepsi exclusive pouring rights with the university and includes other drinks such as water (Aquafina) and Gatorade.

SMU announces home-and-home with Evansville – 247Sports

SMU announces home-and-home with Evansville  247Sports

SMU will face the University of Evansville on Nov. 18 at the Ford Center in Evansville, Ind., the school announced on Thursday evening. The Mustangs will get a …

A deeper look at the UE men’s basketball 2019-20 non-conference schedule – Evansville Courier & Press

A deeper look at the UE men’s basketball 2019-20 non-conference schedule  Evansville Courier & Press

A deeper look at the Aces’ non-conference schedule featuring a crosstown showdown, Bahamas trip and homecoming for Walter McCarty.

Evansville basketball announces non-conference schedule – Evansville Courier & Press

Evansville basketball announces non-conference schedule  Evansville Courier & Press

EVANSVILLE — Precisely two months almost down to the minute before the Purple Aces take the floor again inside Ford Center, the University of Evansville …

Evansville basketball releases Demontay Dixon, leaving open scholarship – Evansville Courier & Press

Evansville basketball releases Demontay Dixon, leaving open scholarship  Evansville Courier & Press

The final piece to the Aces wasn’t listed on the roster when it was posted in July. UE then released him Thursday.

Bennie Seltzer joins UE men’s basketball as assistant coach – 14 News WFIE Evansville

Bennie Seltzer joins UE men’s basketball as assistant coach  14 News WFIE Evansville

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) – With one more spot to fill on his coaching staff, University of Evansville head men’s basketball coach Walter McCarty has announced …

UE basketball finishes European trip undefeated with another win Wednesday – Evansville Courier & Press

UE basketball finishes European trip undefeated with another win Wednesday  Evansville Courier & Press

The Purple Aces were victorious Wednesday in Paris.

With Aces in Europe, another Evansville basketball assistant coach leaves program – Evansville Courier & Press

With Aces in Europe, another Evansville basketball assistant coach leaves program  Evansville Courier & Press

The Purple Aces are headed from England to Belgium, but another assistant coach has left the program.

Evansville basketball grad Marty Hill signs pro deal to play in Slovakia – Evansville Courier & Press

Evansville basketball grad Marty Hill signs pro deal to play in Slovakia  Evansville Courier & Press

Marty Hill, whose electric dunks landed him on SportsCenter’s top plays twice last season, has signed a professional contract, the University of Evansville …

New-look UE basketball team excited for Europe trip bonding opportunities – Evansville Courier & Press

New-look UE basketball team excited for Europe trip bonding opportunities  Evansville Courier & Press

The Purple Aces leave Tuesday for their trip abroad to England, Belgium and France.

By the numbers: UE basketball sees 15th-best attendance increase in nation – Evansville Courier & Press

By the numbers: UE basketball sees 15th-best attendance increase in nation  Evansville Courier & Press

Attendance at Purple Aces home games increased by 1512 per game to the highest it’s been in 10 years.

Aces Assist Club opens membership for 2019-20 season – 14 News WFIE Evansville

Aces Assist Club opens membership for 2019-20 season  14 News WFIE Evansville

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) -The official booster club of the University of Evansville men’s basketball team returns in 2019 as the Aces Assist Club is open to all …

German American Bank announces financial commitment to UE Athletics – 14 News WFIE Evansville

German American Bank announces financial commitment to UE Athletics  14 News WFIE Evansville

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) -German American Bank has made a financial commitment to University of Evansville athletics that will result in an impressive …

UE’s Braun Stadium will undergo renovation, will be branded German American Bank Field – Evansville Courier & Press

UE’s Braun Stadium will undergo renovation, will be branded German American Bank Field  Evansville Courier & Press

EVANSVILLE — Charles H. Braun Stadium, home of the University of Evansville baseball team for 20 years, is set to receive a major facelift. German American …

UE men’s basketball team gives school supplies to local students – 14 News WFIE Evansville

UE men’s basketball team gives school supplies to local students  14 News WFIE Evansville

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) – School is almost back in session around the Tri-State and over at the University of Evansville, the men’s basketball team is giving …

Change led Sam Cunliffe to the University of Evansville, but faith helped him find peace – Evansville Courier & Press

Change led Sam Cunliffe to the University of Evansville, but faith helped him find peace  Evansville Courier & Press

EVANSVILLE — Thumb past the extrovert layers in Sam Cunliffe’s wiring, the strands of DNA that helped him develop confidence and charisma and could lead …

Men’s basketball preparing for summer trip to Europe – 14 News WFIE Evansville

Men’s basketball preparing for summer trip to Europe  14 News WFIE Evansville

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) -Preparing for his second season as the head men’s basketball coach at the University of Evansville, Walter McCarty and his 2019-20 …

UE basketball has target set on versatility to fill the lone 2020-21 roster spot – Evansville Courier & Press

UE basketball has target set on versatility to fill the lone 2020-21 roster spot  Evansville Courier & Press

UE’s roster is truly built for 2020-21. One scholarship is open. So, what do the Aces seem to be looking for? Who is realistically in play?

Aces volleyball announces 2019 schedule – 14 News WFIE Evansville

Aces volleyball announces 2019 schedule  14 News WFIE Evansville

University of Evansville volleyball coach Fernando Morales has announced the Purple Aces 2019 schedule.

UE basketball coach Walter McCarty eager to get started as players return to campus – Evansville Courier & Press

UE basketball coach Walter McCarty eager to get started as players return to campus  Evansville Courier & Press

Players are starting to get back on campus for summer camps, workouts and practices.

Revitalized UE-USI exhibition a win for local basketball fans | Lindskog – Evansville Courier & Press

Revitalized UE-USI exhibition a win for local basketball fans | Lindskog  Evansville Courier & Press

University of Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles students cheer as players are announced during the NCAA Division II Final Four men’s basketball tournament …

After 38 years of doing the Aces’ laundry, UE’s happiest fan, Daryl Buente, is retiring – Evansville Courier & Press

After 38 years of doing the Aces’ laundry, UE’s happiest fan, Daryl Buente, is retiring  Evansville Courier & Press

EVANSVILLE — Spend nearly four decades doing the same job, and it becomes part of your identity. But that’s not exactly the case for anyone who’s ever met …

UE’s Mark Spencer says now is the time for school sports programs to think ‘big picture’ – Evansville Courier & Press

UE’s Mark Spencer says now is the time for school sports programs to think ‘big picture’  Evansville Courier & Press

Mark Spencer says he’s done worrying about the day-to-day maintenance. It’s time, he says, to raise UE’s vision.

UE announces game against UK at Rupp – 14 News WFIE Evansville

UE announces game against UK at Rupp  14 News WFIE Evansville

This is the first-ever meeting between the two teams.

Former TV sports reporters Lance Wilkerson, Joe Downs out at UE athletics department – Evansville Courier & Press

Former TV sports reporters Lance Wilkerson, Joe Downs out at UE athletics department  Evansville Courier & Press

EVANSVILLE — After more than eight years working for the University of Evansville, Lance Wilkerson learned earlier this week that his position as senior …

Aces Hire New Men’s & Women’s Swimming Coach – 14 News WFIE Evansville

Aces Hire New Men’s & Women’s Swimming Coach  14 News WFIE Evansville

EVANSVILLE, IN (WFIE) – University of Evansville Director of Athletics Mark Spencer has announced the hiring of Stuart “Stu” Wilson as the Head Men’s and …

Gilgeous-Alexander commits to UE – 14 News WFIE Evansville

Gilgeous-Alexander commits to UE  14 News WFIE Evansville

EVANSVILLE, IN (WFIE) – Head Coach Walter McCarty has received a big commitment for his recruiting class. On Wednesday, Thomasi Gilgeous-Alexander …

University of Evansville unveils new logos to connect the institution with its athletics – Evansville Courier & Press

University of Evansville unveils new logos to connect the institution with its athletics  Evansville Courier & Press

EVANSVILLE, Ind. — It was brought to Christopher Pietruszkiewicz’s attention in July, when he assumed office as the next president of the University of …

One reason for UE baseball’s turnaround? Adam Lukas, whose fastball touches 99 mph – Evansville Courier & Press

One reason for UE baseball’s turnaround? Adam Lukas, whose fastball touches 99 mph  Evansville Courier & Press

University of Evansville’s Adam Lukas (36) pitches during a game against the Dallas Baptist University Patriots at Charles H. Braun Stadium in Evansville, Ind., …

Expectations were low and tolerance high for UE basketball in 2018-19. Now, that changes. – Evansville Courier & Press

Expectations were low and tolerance high for UE basketball in 2018-19. Now, that changes.  Evansville Courier & Press

It’s hard to properly function without all your organs, right? That was the Aces this past season.

5 keys to UE basketball’s matchup with Illinois State at Arch Madness – Evansville Courier & Press

5 keys to UE basketball’s matchup with Illinois State at Arch Madness  Evansville Courier & Press

Evansville’s Marty Hill (1) splits Illinois State defenders Milik Yarbrough (52) and Keyshawn Evans (3) at the Ford Center Saturday afternoon, Jan. 19, 2019.

UE basketball wins finale at Valpo after Shea Feehan dismissed from team – Evansville Courier & Press

UE basketball wins finale at Valpo after Shea Feehan dismissed from team  Evansville Courier & Press

University of Evansville’s Shea Feehan (21) dribbles down the court in the first half against the Loyola Ramblers at Ford Center in Evansville, Ind., Tuesday, Jan.

Every scenario that will determine UE basketball’s first-round opponent at Arch Madness – Evansville Courier & Press

Every scenario that will determine UE basketball’s first-round opponent at Arch Madness  Evansville Courier & Press

There will be plenty of score-watching as the day unfolds in the Missouri Valley Conference.

UE basketball fans set Ford Center’s attendance record. Now, expectations rise | Lindskog – Evansville Courier & Press

UE basketball fans set Ford Center’s attendance record. Now, expectations rise | Lindskog  Evansville Courier & Press

EVANSVILLE — Walter McCarty and the Purple Aces’ four seniors addressed a Ford Center crowd of 6,198 following Wednesday’s home finale to sincerely …

Clark Kent or Superman? Bruce Banner or Hulk? UE basketball still doesn’t know | Hickey – Evansville Courier & Press

Clark Kent or Superman? Bruce Banner or Hulk? UE basketball still doesn’t know | Hickey  Evansville Courier & Press

EVANSVILLE, Ind. — For most of Wednesday night’s game at Ford Center, it was a Senior Day more befitting the visitors than those suited up for the University of …

Purple: the Official Theme Song of Evansville Swimming – SwimSwam

Purple: the Official Theme Song of Evansville Swimming  SwimSwam

There’s a new head coach and a new attitude in Evansville, Indiana. As the Purple Aces men are just a week from starting the MAC Conference Championships, …

Walter McCarty: UE basketball seniors ‘set the blueprint’ for future teams – Evansville Courier & Press

Walter McCarty: UE basketball seniors ‘set the blueprint’ for future teams  Evansville Courier & Press

University of Evansville Head Coach Walter McCarty gathers with the Purple Aces Men’s Basketball team in the locker room before University of Evansville vs …

Ramblers Deal Out Purple Aces, Remain Tied for First – Loyola Phoenix

Ramblers Deal Out Purple Aces, Remain Tied for First  Loyola Phoenix

The Loyola men’s basketball team (17-11, 10-5) defeated University of Evansville 70-58 at Gentile Arena Wednesday night. The victory keeps the Ramblers tied …

No time for UE basketball to second guess itself against a Loyola team seeking revenge – Evansville Courier & Press

No time for UE basketball to second guess itself against a Loyola team seeking revenge  Evansville Courier & Press

The Aces are scuffling, but Wednesday is another game to get up for when they travel to Loyola.

DeAndre Williams’ talent, charisma waiting to shine for UE basketball team – Evansville Courier & Press

DeAndre Williams’ talent, charisma waiting to shine for UE basketball team  Evansville Courier & Press

Friday evening was a prime example of DeAndre Williams’ magnetic personality.

UE basketball signee Marcus Henderson will cut your grass, then mow down the competition – Evansville Courier & Press

UE basketball signee Marcus Henderson will cut your grass, then mow down the competition  Evansville Courier & Press

It didn’t take long for Josh Coley to learn that Marcus Henderson is a jokester.

Walter McCarty ejected as Evansville basketball gets blown out at Indiana State – Evansville Courier & Press

Walter McCarty ejected as Evansville basketball gets blown out at Indiana State  Evansville Courier & Press

TERRE HAUTE, Ind. — Two weeks ago, after Walter McCarty was suspended for his post-game comments on the officiating, some wondered why he didn’t …

Key to UE’s success? Some more Shamar Givance – Evansville Courier & Press

Key to UE’s success? Some more Shamar Givance  Evansville Courier & Press

For being listed at 5-foot-10 and 155 pounds, Shamar Givance certainly drew a heap of attention Saturday against Valparaiso.

Evansville basketball assistant Matthew Graves blends, not balances, being dad and coach – Evansville Courier & Press

Evansville basketball assistant Matthew Graves blends, not balances, being dad and coach  Evansville Courier & Press

If you’ve seen a young girl sitting on the bench with the Purple Aces, you’ve seen Matthew Graves’ daughters.

With half the MVC schedule finished, here’s a look at UE’s report card – Evansville Courier & Press

With half the MVC schedule finished, here’s a look at UE’s report card  Evansville Courier & Press

Mid-term grades for the Aces before the second half of the MVC schedule.

‘Purple Reign’ helping University of Evansville students get excited about basketball – Evansville Courier & Press

‘Purple Reign’ helping University of Evansville students get excited about basketball  Evansville Courier & Press

Members of the University of Evansville “Purple Reign” students section John Langmaid, left, Reid McIntire, center, and Isaac Sellers cheer after a made …

University of Evansville to build new campus health and wellness center – Evansville Courier & Press

University of Evansville to build new campus health and wellness center  Evansville Courier & Press

The University of Evansville wants to sell 42 acres of athletic land facing Division Street to help fund a new health and wellness center on campus.

Behind the fandom of longtime Aces booster ‘Purple Paul’ Werner – Evansville Courier & Press

Behind the fandom of longtime Aces booster ‘Purple Paul’ Werner  Evansville Courier & Press

Aces super fan “Purple Paul” Werner watches action on the floor during Saturday’s game with Indiana State at the Ford Center, January 12, 2019. (Photo: MIKE …

Shea Feehan finding other ways to contribute besides shooting for Evansville basketball – Evansville Courier & Press

Shea Feehan finding other ways to contribute besides shooting for Evansville basketball  Evansville Courier & Press

Regardless of how Feehan shoots the ball Saturday against Indiana State, it’s not just up to him and he has made a difference in other facets.

University of Evansville basketball mailbag: Predictions, socks, music and more – Evansville Courier & Press

University of Evansville basketball mailbag: Predictions, socks, music and more  Evansville Courier & Press

This week, I asked social media followers to send me questions for a grab bag of sorts.

Home again: Walter McCarty is back in Evansville, reviving Aces basketball – The Athletic

Home again: Walter McCarty is back in Evansville, reviving Aces basketball  The Athletic

EVANSVILLE, Ind. — Walter McCarty has broken a sweat inside the Fifth Third Bank hoops facility on the University of Evansville campus. The former Kentucky …

Purple Aces set to take on Final Four vets Loyola on national television Tuesday night – Evansville Courier & Press

Purple Aces set to take on Final Four vets Loyola on national television Tuesday night  Evansville Courier & Press

Aside from the season-opener at Illinois, the University of Evansville men’s basketball team has elevated its game against marquee opponents.

Evansville basketball sputters offensively on the road in loss to Illinois State – courierpress.com

Evansville basketball sputters offensively on the road in loss to Illinois State  courierpress.com

The Aces shot 32.7 percent from the field with their 46 points marking a season-low. They fell to 0-7 on the road.

UE basketball midseason report: Arch Madness first-round bye obtainable for the Aces – Evansville Courier & Press

UE basketball midseason report: Arch Madness first-round bye obtainable for the Aces  Evansville Courier & Press

The Purple Aces have slightly exceeded expectations at the unofficial midway point of Walter McCarty’s first year as head coach.

Dalonte Brown, Mekhi Lairy lead Miami University past Evansville – Cincinnati.com

Dalonte Brown, Mekhi Lairy lead Miami University past Evansville  Cincinnati.com

OXFORD, Ohio – Sophomore Dalonte Brown and freshman Mekhi Lairy combined to score 30 points and Miami University held off Evansville 70-67 on Sunday.

Sam Cunliffe is biding his time, waiting to shine on the court for Evansville – Evansville Courier & Press

Sam Cunliffe is biding his time, waiting to shine on the court for Evansville  Evansville Courier & Press

He was a four-star prospect and ranked No. 59 nationally out of powerhouse Rainier Beach High School. How did UE land a talent like this?

The story behind ‘The Sleeves’ poem and how the uniform represented Evansville basketball – Evansville Courier & Press

The story behind ‘The Sleeves’ poem and how the uniform represented Evansville basketball  Evansville Courier & Press

EVANSVILLE — Scott Shreffler wants people to know that he did not have a reputation for being the Shakespeare of the old University of Evansville men’s …

Evansville basketball to wear these throwback sleeved uniforms during Saturday’s home game – Evansville Courier & Press

Evansville basketball to wear these throwback sleeved uniforms during Saturday’s home game  Evansville Courier & Press

UE unveiled Wednesday its new throwback jerseys the Purple Aces were synonymous for up until the early 2000s.

Domino effect: North grad Anna Newman hopes to lead UE women’s team out of the cellar – Evansville Courier & Press

Domino effect: North grad Anna Newman hopes to lead UE women’s team out of the cellar  Evansville Courier & Press

EVANSVILLE — Back in October, at Missouri Valley Conference basketball media day, head coach Matt Ruffing brought with him to represent the University of …

Evansville basketball fans will keep coming back after performances like Sunday | Hickey – Evansville Courier & Press

Evansville basketball fans will keep coming back after performances like Sunday | Hickey  Evansville Courier & Press

EVANSVILLE — Sunday’s Ford Center crowd of 5,667 at the University of Evansville basketball game was the program’s most since Senior Day in 2016 and for …

How 30 to 40 seconds cost Evansville basketball guard Marty Hill a season of eligibility – Evansville Courier & Press

How 30 to 40 seconds cost Evansville basketball guard Marty Hill a season of eligibility  Evansville Courier & Press

A book-keeping error last season cost Evansville basketball guard Marty Hill a year of eligibility. He’s now a senior and thriving in new system.

Dainius Chatkevicius excelling in Evansville basketball system — when he’s on the floor – Evansville Courier & Press

Dainius Chatkevicius excelling in Evansville basketball system — when he’s on the floor  Evansville Courier & Press

EVANSVILLE — Within the last five years, Dainius Chatkevicius’ basketball life has taken him from his native Lithuania to the United States, with stops in …

Evansville basketball set to host NCAA Division III Albion College – Evansville Courier & Press

Evansville basketball set to host NCAA Division III Albion College  Evansville Courier & Press

It’s not often the University of Evansville men’s basketball team will play a school with a smaller enrollment than it has.

Evansville outlasts Wyoming to lock down win in Mountain West-Missouri Valley Challenge – Evansville Courier & Press

Evansville outlasts Wyoming to lock down win in Mountain West-Missouri Valley Challenge  Evansville Courier & Press

EVANSVILLE — Wyoming’s Justin James was getting into the paint at will on Wednesday night against Evansville in the Mountain West-Missouri Valley …

Evansville basketball team to take foreign trip next summer to England, Belgium and France – Evansville Courier & Press

Evansville basketball team to take foreign trip next summer to England, Belgium and France  Evansville Courier & Press

EVANSVILLE — The University of Evansville men’s basketball team will take a foreign trip next summer that includes stops in England, Belgium and France.

Xavier’s size, experience to present a different challenge for Evansville basketball – Evansville Courier & Press

Xavier’s size, experience to present a different challenge for Evansville basketball  Evansville Courier & Press

The Purple Aces will meet up with former Midwest Collegiate Conference rival Xavier on Saturday afternoon.

Smothering defense leads to Illinois rout over Evansville in season opener – Evansville Courier & Press

Smothering defense leads to Illinois rout over Evansville in season opener  Evansville Courier & Press

The Purple Aces opened the regular season at Illinois with a 99-60 loss Thursday night at the State Farm Center.

Dainius Chatkevicius suspended three games for Evansville men’s basketball team – Evansville Courier & Press

Dainius Chatkevicius suspended three games for Evansville men’s basketball team  Evansville Courier & Press

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — University of Evansville senior Dainius Chatkevicius has been suspended three games for a violation of team rules, the athletics department …

UE men’s basketball opens regular season Thursday – 14 News WFIE Evansville

UE men’s basketball opens regular season Thursday  14 News WFIE Evansville

The 100th season of basketball commences for the University of Evansville as the Purple Aces travel to the University of Illinois for a 7 p.m. game on Thursday …

Former Evansville basketball standout Craig Snow set to coach against alma mater – Evansville Courier & Press

Former Evansville basketball standout Craig Snow set to coach against alma mater  Evansville Courier & Press

This weekend is a homecoming for Craig Snow, and that means an impromptu reunion of sorts for the 1998-99 Evansville basketball team.

Evansville athletics director Mark Spencer responds to Missouri’s Dru Smith situation – Evansville Courier & Press

Evansville athletics director Mark Spencer responds to Missouri’s Dru Smith situation  Evansville Courier & Press

EVANSVILLE, Ind. — In an attempt to clear the air, the University of Evansville broke its silence after Monday’s St. Louis Post-Dispatch column shone a negative …

Evansville basketball coach Walter McCarty fires back after Post-Dispatch column – Evansville Courier & Press

Evansville basketball coach Walter McCarty fires back after Post-Dispatch column  Evansville Courier & Press

Walter McCarty has a message for the anonymous source in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s column.

Report: Evansville likely postponed Dru Smith’s debut with Missouri basketball – Evansville Courier & Press

Report: Evansville likely postponed Dru Smith’s debut with Missouri basketball  Evansville Courier & Press

The Evansville athletics department received some unwanted publicity in Tuesday’s print edition of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.

Q&A with Jevin Redman, new radio play-by-play voice of University of Evansville basketball – Evansville Courier & Press

Q&A with Jevin Redman, new radio play-by-play voice of University of Evansville basketball  Evansville Courier & Press

EVANSVILLE, Ind. — University of Evansville men’s basketball fans will soon be treated to one of the top up-and-coming sportscasters in the country.

Evansville basketball HoopFest provides a glimpse of 2018-19 season and beyond – Evansville Courier & Press

Evansville basketball HoopFest provides a glimpse of 2018-19 season and beyond  Evansville Courier & Press

EVANSVILLE, Ind. — In more ways than its intended purpose, HoopFest on Wednesday night provided a teaser for what lies ahead with the University of …

NCAA declares Evansville basketball recruit Deandre Williams ineligible for 2018-19 – Evansville Courier & Press

NCAA declares Evansville basketball recruit Deandre Williams ineligible for 2018-19  Evansville Courier & Press

EVANSVILLE, Ind. — One of Walter McCarty’s first signees as the University of Evansville men’s basketball coach is being forced to put his collegiate career on …

Evansville basketball lands commitment from Charlotte guard Marcus Henderson – Evansville Courier & Press

Evansville basketball lands commitment from Charlotte guard Marcus Henderson  Evansville Courier & Press

It came less than two days after Purple Aces’ head coach Walter McCarty visited him in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Game times, television schedule set for Evansville basketball games – Evansville Courier & Press

Game times, television schedule set for Evansville basketball games  Evansville Courier & Press

The Aces revealed start times for men’s basketball games on Friday, following the MVC announcing the television schedule for the upcoming season.

UE basketball’s Walter McCarty finalizing game at alma mater Kentucky in 2019-20 – Evansville Courier & Press

UE basketball’s Walter McCarty finalizing game at alma mater Kentucky in 2019-20  Evansville Courier & Press

First-year Evansville coach Walter McCarty was a key part of Kentucky’s 1996 National Championship team.

Former coaches: Expect scoring, versatility and experience from trio of UE recruits – Evansville Courier & Press

Former coaches: Expect scoring, versatility and experience from trio of UE recruits  Evansville Courier & Press

Here’s a look at Jawaun Newton, Will Becker and Shea Feehan, who have all signed to play basketball at the University of Evansville.

University of Evansville announces multi-station ‘Purple Aces Radio Network’ – Evansville Courier & Press

University of Evansville announces multi-station ‘Purple Aces Radio Network’  Evansville Courier & Press

Along with a new-look men’s basketball program, the University of Evansville announced Friday a multi-station radio network that will begin in the fall semester.

Purple Aces Athletics announces establishment of radio network – 14 News WFIE Evansville

Purple Aces Athletics announces establishment of radio network  14 News WFIE Evansville

University of Evansville unveils for the first time a multi-station radio network announced today by Director of Athletics Mark Spencer.

University of Evansville hires Boston Celtics Walter McCarty as men’s basketball coach – Evansville Courier & Press

University of Evansville hires Boston Celtics Walter McCarty as men’s basketball coach  Evansville Courier & Press

Walter McCarty, whose basketball life has taken him from the starting lineup at Harrison High School to Rupp Arena and Boston Garden, is coming back to …

Marty Simmons not expected to return as Evansville basketball head coach – Evansville Courier & Press

Marty Simmons not expected to return as Evansville basketball head coach  Evansville Courier & Press

Marty Simmons will not be retained as men’s basketball head coach at the University of Evansville, ending an 11-year tenure at his alma mater.

University of Evansville Aces plane crash, the 40th anniversary – SB Nation

University of Evansville Aces plane crash, the 40th anniversary  SB Nation

The University of Evansville basketball team died in a plane crash 40 years ago. The town still can’t forget.

The sorrows of a 1977 University of Evansville plane crash were felt by many in Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The sorrows of a 1977 University of Evansville plane crash were felt by many in Pittsburgh  Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Some were just boys, eager to take on the world as part of a new Division I basketball program at the University of Evansville. They were the Purple Aces, …

Editorial: The city that turned grief into cheers – Evansville Courier & Press

Editorial: The city that turned grief into cheers  Evansville Courier & Press

It is a credit to the University of Evansville, to the school’s athletics department — to the whole city, in fact — that Purple Aces basketball exists today.

Remembering the Aces: Basketball team rebuilds, cheers return – Evansville Courier & Press

Remembering the Aces: Basketball team rebuilds, cheers return  Evansville Courier & Press

There was not a misty eye in the place, because it was basketball season again,” Frank Deford of Sports Illustrated wrote.

Remembering the Aces: Disaster leaves community mourning, asking why – Evansville Courier & Press

Remembering the Aces: Disaster leaves community mourning, asking why  Evansville Courier & Press

This is a tragedy that defies description,” UE President Wallace Graves said.

Remembering the Aces: 1977-78 season brought optimism, then tragedy – Evansville Courier & Press

Remembering the Aces: 1977-78 season brought optimism, then tragedy  Evansville Courier & Press

In December of 1977, a DC-3 airplane carrying the Aces to a game in Tennessee crashed shortly after taking off in rain and dense fog.