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Quarterback TJ Davis looks on as Missouri Southern runs out the clock during the final possession of Saturdays game. Photo by Traeton Harimon / Antelope Staff

Offense struggles in first loss to Lions since 2016

Jon Willis September 22, 2023

willisj@lopers.unk.edu It was a day to forget for the UNK football team as the Lopers hosted Missouri Southern on Saturday. Offensive miscues and penalties hurt UNK in an 18-13 loss. The Lopers also...

Jordan Renard congratulates Corynne Olsen after scoring her second goal of the year against Washburn. Photo by Traeton Harimon / Antelope Staff

Late goal can’t overcome frustrating miscues

Traeton Harimon September 22, 2023

harimont@lopers.unk.edu The Loper soccer team couldn’t down Washburn at Foster Field Sunday, falling 2-1 in a non-conference matchup between MIAA foes. For the Lopers, it was the third straight...

Lopers dance to La Rebeldia Nortena traditional music. Photo by Emily Trotter / Antelope Staff

Hispanic heritage celebration brings Lopers together

Emily Trotter September 22, 2023

trottere2@lopers.unk.edu The Hispanic Student Association and Office of Intercultural Engagement and Leadership hosted a celebration on Sept. 16 for Hispanic Heritage Month. The event was open for all...

Corynne Olsen celebrates with teammate Sarah Levy after scoring the first goal of her collegiate career. Photo by Shelby Berglund / Antelope Staff

Three scores in soccer’s first win since 2021

Shelby Berglund September 15, 2023

The UNK soccer team won their first home game since Oct. 1, 2021, beating Quincy 3-0. Giving coach Rob Breton his first career win with the Lopers. “It felt like a weight off the shoulder honestly...

Emersen Cyza and Abby Rose combine for the block against Wayne State. Traeton Harimon / Antelope Staff

Volleyball day in Nebraska about more than results for Lopers

Jon Willis September 8, 2023

The UNK Volleyball team participated in Volleyball Day in Nebraska, taking on Wayne State in an exhibition match.  While the match ended in a 3-0 victory for the Wildcats, it was a day that ended up...

Wide receiver JerQon Conners blocks for quarterback TJ Davis on the perimeter. Courtesy Photo

Lopers come up short in Oklahoma to start season

Shelby Berglund September 8, 2023

The Loper football team was unable to complete their comeback at Central Oklahoma Thursday night, falling 24-21 in their season opener. The turning point for the Lopers was a roughing-the-punter penalty...

Loper players go through drill work during Mondays practice. Photo by Traeton Harimon / Antelope Staff

Accountability key to turning Loper soccer program around

Traeton Harimon August 21, 2023

Coming off of a losing season a year ago and having not posted a winning record since 2012, the Loper soccer team opened fall camp motivated to turn the tide. Something that is apparent in their accountability...

Loper football enters a new chapter under coach Ryan Held. The Lopers finished 8-3 record a season ago, just missing out on the postseason. Photo by Shelby Berglund / Antelope Staff

Lopers plan to skip rebuild year under new staff

Traeton Harimon August 21, 2023

The Loper football team was picked to finish fifth and sixth in the MIAA coaches and media polls this preseason, under the assumption that this year will be a rebuild under a new staff.  An assumption...

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New generation of Lopers take over The Antelope staff

Antelope Staff August 21, 2023

Last May, five prominent figures from The Antelope team walked across the stage to receive their diplomas. As inevitable as it was, losing our graduating members still seemed hard to imagine. Getting used...

Sean Murphy had six points in UNKs loss to Wayne State.

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Lopers suffer loss in final minutes to Wayne State

November 20, 2022

By KEVIN BURD burdkl@lopers.unk.edu  After a back-and-forth battle, the Lopers took a 1-point lead versus Wayne State with over six minutes remaining. The closing minutes did not go in their...

Bailey Torres had two plays of 40-plus yards in the 38-6 win over Central Missouri. Photo provided by Shelby Berglund / Antelope Staff

Lopers beat Central Missouri in explosive showing

KEVIN BURD September 28, 2022

burdkl@lopers.unk.edu Explosive. That was the story of the Lopers’ 38-6 victory over Central Missouri. UNK (3-1) only ran 17 plays in the first half but managed to put up over 300 yards and...

The antler decal debuted against Lincoln on Oct. 23, 2021 and stayed on the helmets for the rest of the season. File photo

The do’s and don’ts of Loper athletic uniforms and styles

GRANT TIGHE September 28, 2022

tighegd@lopers.unk.edu There are multiple variations of sporting uniforms that UNK athletic teams wear. The blue, gold, black and white Loper combinations all provide for some unique and flashy...

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