Brenau University - News

[Track] BRENAU TRACK COACH PLANTS �SEEDS' FOR NEWEST INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORT

Mike Lochstampfor — 2012-01-23T16:53:37-06:00

GAINESVILLE, Ga., January 23, 2012 - Brenau University named Dr. Richard Ludwig of Gainesville, Ga., as the first coach for its newest intercollegiate sport, track and field.

[Women's Basketball] Mountain Lions Maul Tigers

Mike Lochstampfor — 2012-02-05T09:42:44-06:00

The Golden Tigers were defeated Saturday by the Young Harris Mountain Lions 42-78. Young Harris, avenging an earlier loss to Brenau, improved to 18-3 while the Tigers fell to 10-14 (SSAC 4-9).

[Women's Tennis] Golden Tigers Net Win over Jaguars

Mike Lochstampfor — 2012-02-04T13:37:56-06:00

The Brenau tennis team kicked off the 2012 season this morning with an exhibition match and ultimately the defeat of the visiting Jaguars of Georgia Perimeter College. Although ranked #6 in the NAIA in the pre-season rating, the Golden Tigers knew they had a tough challenge ahead of them, as they faced GPC, ranked #4 in the pre-season rating for Junior Colleges (NJCAA).

[Women's Basketball] Golden Tigers Victorious Over Barons

Mike Lochstampfor — 2012-02-03T10:41:46-06:00

The Golden Tigers came out in fine form tonight against conference opponent Brewton Parker, picking up a huge win by the final score of 75-65. Facing a must-win situation, Brenau came ready to play and held nothing back in the opening 5 minutes of action. Brenau (10-13; SSAC 4-9) started the game going on a 16-2 run in the first 3 minutes of play. The Barons (11-10; SSAC 6-6) hung around, however, eventually cutting the Tiger's lead to only 4 points midway through the second half.

[Women's Basketball] SWU Dominates Brenau in Overtime

Mike Lochstampfor — 2012-02-01T10:41:48-06:00

The Golden Tigers came up just short in another nail biter against conference opponent Southern Wesleyan University, SC. Going into overtime after a hard fought regulation, the score was 86-89 in SWU's favor. Brenau (9-13; SSAC 3-9) stayed with the Warriors (8-13; SSAC 5-8) the entire game with the score back and forth for the entire regulation period. However, inconsistent shooting at 39%, 32 turnovers and getting out-rebounded 47-52 proved difficult for the Tigers to overcome.

[Women's Tennis] NAIA RELEASES 2012 WOMEN'S TENNIS PRE-SEASON RANKINGS

Mike Lochstampfor — 2012-02-01T08:18:49-06:00

NAIA Women's Tennis Coaches' Preseason Top 25 Poll Auburn Montgomery nabs No. 1 spot in women's tennis poll January 31, 2012 By Jake Knabel, NAIA Communications & Sports Information Intern

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Defending national champion Auburn Montgomery (Ala.) narrowly held off last season's national runner-up Fresno Pacific (Calif.) for the top spot in the 2012 NAIA Women's Tennis Coaches' Preseason Top 25 Poll, the national office announced Tuesday. The Lady Senators hoisted their seventh national title banner in the last eight years and 11th in school history by defeating Fresno Pacific, 5-3, in the championship match in Mobile, Ala., on May 21. Auburn Montgomery picked up six of the 10 first-place votes and earned 247 total points.

[Swimming] Michelle Billeaud Named 'Golden Tiger of the Week'

Mike Lochstampfor — 2012-01-31T16:09:36-06:00

Michelle Billeaud has been named Brenau University's "Golden Tiger of the Week" for the week of Jan.30 - Feb.4th. Competing in her last regular season meet against NCAA II Limestone and Converse College, Billeaud made her mark in the Brenau Swimming record books posting a time of (1:01.95) in the 100 Individual Medley. In addition, Michelle took first place in the 100 Butterfly (59.44), crushing the competition. Billeauds best times in the 50 Freestyle, 100 Freestyle, 200 Backstroke and 100 Butterfly rank her top three at the conference level and well within the top 10 at the NAIA National level.

[Women's Basketball] Emmanuel Defeats Brenau in Nail Biter

Mike Lochstampfor — 2012-01-28T22:35:31-06:00

Brenau came up just short in Saturday's battle against conference rival Emmanuel College with a score of 80-82. The Emmanuel Lions (12-10; SSAC 7-4) raced out of the gates with an immediate 12-2 lead in the first few minutes of the contest, stifling the Golden Tigers (9-12; SSAC 3-8) with their pressure defense.

[Women's Basketball] Lee University Flames Extinguish the Golden Tigers

Mike Lochstampfor — 2012-01-27T08:55:09-06:00

The Golden Tigers traveled to Cleveland, Tennessee on Thursday evening to face #6 NAIA nationally ranked SSAC opponent Lee University (20-1; SSAC 12-0). Trailing the Lee University Flames for the entirety of the game, the Tigers (9-11; SSAC 4-7) failed to get into a rhythm and came up short in the contest by a final score of 49-73.

[Swimming] Brenau Swimmers 'Golden' at Limestone/Converse Dual Meet

Mike Lochstampfor — 2012-01-27T07:55:27-06:00

The long bus trip over to South Carolina did not hamper the efforts of the Golden Tigers as they came prepared to compete against three established swim programs on Thursday evening. Swimming in their final regular season meet before heading to ASC Conference Championships and NAIA Nationals, Brenau swimmers put on a show for spectators on Thursday evening delivering a total of four 1st place finishes, four personal best times, and a new team record.

[Swimming] Brenau Swimmers Compete at Viking Invitational

Mike Lochstampfor — 2012-01-22T14:11:59-06:00

Despite competing in only one day of a two day competition, Brenau (383 points) came in a solid second place finish behind host Berry College (504 points) in the Viking Invitational. Rounding out the four team meet were South Georgia College (328 points) and LaGrange College (156 points); finishing the meet in 3rd and 4th places respectively.

[Women's Basketball] Golden Tigers Ferocious Against the Bears

Mike Lochstampfor — 2012-01-22T09:07:50-06:00

The Golden Tigers picked up an important victory today against conference foe Truett-McConnell College. Brenau (9-10; 3-6 SSAC) opened up a huge lead in the first few minutes of the game.

[Women's Basketball] Hawks Dominate Golden Tigers at Home

Mike Lochstampfor — 2012-01-17T08:29:58-06:00

The Golden Tigers came up short in tonight's contest against the Shorter University Hawks, ranked second in the SSAC East Division and 21^st nationally in the NAIA.

[Swimming] Golden Tigers Victorious at LaGrange

Mike Lochstampfor — 2012-01-14T17:38:11-06:00

The Golden Tigers went on the road for their first meet of the new year and came home victorious beating host LaGrange College, Warren Wilson College (NC), and South Georgia College in the process. Brenau scored 102 points to lead the field followed by South Georgia (44), Warren Wilson (42), and LaGrange 16.

[Women's Basketball] Golden Tigers Take the Sting out of Hornets

Mike Lochstampfor — 2012-01-14T17:17:39-06:00

The Golden Tigers proved victorious during today's home matchup against conference opponent Southern Polytech with a final score of 77-70. Fueled by excellent rebounding and solid defense, Brenau (8-9; SSAC 2-5) led for the entire game. Southern Poly (2-12; SSAC 1-3) rallied late in the game to cut the score to 65-62, but the Tigers held the advantage and pulled out the win.