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Bluefield University’s men’s basketball team opened its 2026-27 season with a 72-61 loss to Morris College on Wednesday, October 28, as the Hornets used a strong second half to pull away from the Rams in Sumter, South Carolina.
The Rams kept the game competitive in the opening half, trailing Morris 30-24 at halftime. However, the Hornets increased their offensive production after the break, scoring 42 points in the second half to maintain their lead and secure the 11-point victory.
Micah Steely led Bluefield with 16 points off the bench, shooting 6-for-9 from the field and connecting on three 3-pointers. AJ Armstrong added 10 points, while Pharoah Fields contributed nine after suffering a season-ending injury last season. Tyler Suber finished with eight points, including two 3-pointers.
For many students at Bluefield University, Christmas at Bluefield is a special time of year with festive music and celebrations, but will the new academic calendar have students saying bye-bye to Saint Nick?
Christmas at Bluefield is an annual event of music and celebration hosted by the Department of Music, held typically in December in Harman Chapel. The event features performances by the university’s instrumental and vocal ensembles, including the Chapel Worship Ensemble, Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble, Masterworks Chorale, and Variations Ensemble. But many are wondering if the event will happen this year since the fall semester ends before Thanksgiving.
“We will celebrate on December 5 after the semester ends,” said Dr. Jeremy Yowell, assistant professor of music and worship arts. “Christmas at Bluefield is too important a tradition to miss, especially because it brings together so many people from our campus and surrounding community.”
Bluefield University’s football team was unable to keep pace with the University of Pikeville on Saturday, October 24, falling 52-10 in an Appalachian Athletic Conference matchup in Pikeville, Kentucky. Despite the loss, running back Kyree Edwards reached 1,000 rushing yards for the season, while freshman quarterback Brock Stomps made his collegiate debut after making a speedy recovery from a torn ACL during spring ball.
The Rams opened the game with a promising drive, moving 51 yards over 12 plays before kicker Isaiah Bandy connected on a 26-yard field goal with 7:46 remaining in the first quarter. Bluefield controlled the opening possession and took an early 3-0 lead.
Pikeville responded with a 12-play, 79-yard drive that ended with running back Amon Williams scoring on a seven-yard run. The Bears took a 7-3 lead with just over three minutes remaining in the opening quarter.
Bluefield University’s men’s soccer team struggled to contain Union Commonwealth on Wednesday afternoon, falling 12-0 at East River Soccer Complex on October 28.
The Rams kept the match competitive early, trailing 2-0 at halftime after the Bulldogs scored in the 14th and 38th minutes. However, Bluefield continued their tendency to let the second half get away from them, as the visitors broke the game open, scoring 10 goals to secure the victory.
Union Commonwealth opened the scoring with a goal from Diego Yanes Garcia in the 14th minute before Tom McDonald added another late in the first half. The Rams entered halftime facing a two-goal deficit despite goalkeeper Canaan Newman making several saves to keep the match within reach.
Graham High School (GHS) students planning to attend Bluefield University now have a new scholarship opportunity that could help with the cost of college.
BU trustee Jack Reasor and his wife Cindy recently established the Reasor Family Graham High School Scholarship for graduates who choose to attend Bluefield University. According to the BU website, the scholarship is available for GHS students who enroll in on-campus BU classes during the fall semester, beginning with the GHS class of 2026.
Bryan Worrall, Bluefield University’s vice president for advancement, said students can continue receiving the scholarship throughout their undergraduate careers if funding is available and they remain in good academic standing. The scholarship is specifically for tuition, and the amount will depend on the number of eligible students and the growth of the endowed fund.
Bluefield University’s women’s volleyball team fell to Tennessee Wesleyan University in straight sets, 3-0, on Saturday, October 24, in Athens, Tennessee. The Rams lost the three sets by scores of 25-14, 25-15, and 25-18.
The Rams struggled to find their offensive rhythm in the opening set, recording six kills and eight attack errors as the Bulldogs took the first set, 25-14. Tennessee Wesleyan continued to build momentum in the second set, finishing with 12 kills to secure a 25-15 victory and take a 2-0 lead.
Bluefield showed improvement in the third set, recording 12 kills, their highest total of the match. However, Tennessee Wesleyan’s offense remained productive, finishing the set with 14 kills and only two attack errors to close out the match with a 25-18 win.