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The women’s volleyball team, led by Head Coach Keven John and Assistant Kyle Pietrzak, have set their standards high and are ready to take the team further than last year.

The Lady Rams have brought some key players back, but Coach John has also been busy bringing in new talent to add strength, height, and depth to the team.

Luckily for the Rams, some incredibly talented players like Morgan Wigg, from Willow River, Minnesota, and Sienna Vitelli, from San Jacinto, California, have returned. The returning star, Wigg, was named Second Team All-Conference for the Appalachian Athletic Account (AAC) last year, scoring 236 kills, averaging 2.62 kills per set, and posting a .211 hitting percentage over the 2025 season.

The Bluefield Rams are generating significant excitement as they approach the upcoming season, with elevated expectations placing them fourth overall in the AAC conference. Last season, the Rams concluded with a 4-6 record, narrowly missing the playoffs. This year, the team features a number of young players stepping into key roles on the defensive side, including Zyron Kennedy, Jamari Williams, Tayveon Hill, and Casaun Henson. The presence of these young talents presents ample opportunities for development and the enhancement of their techniques and football intelligence.

In addition to the promising newcomers, the defense boasts several notable veteran players who are expected to make a substantial impact. These include Andre Plumber, Chase Harris, and Eli Padgett, all of whom bring valuable experience and leadership to the team.

The Bluefield University track team concluded its 2025–2026 season in stride at the Appalachian Athletic Conference (AAC) Tournament.

Each member of the team put their best foot forward in the final meet of the year. Dayson McMillian delivered personal bests in both sprinting events, finishing the 100-meter dash in 11.24 seconds and the 200-meter dash in 23.34 seconds. Shot put competitor Jaylen Holmes recorded a throw of 11.89 meters.

Bluefield University recognized its student-athletes during the school’s annual Rammies awards program, hosted this year at the historic Granada Theatre in downtown Bluefield, WV.

Designed to bring student-athletes, coaches, and the campus community together to honor outstanding leadership and achievement in sports, the Rammies celebrates individual accomplishments, team achievements, and memorable moments from the 2025-2026 athletic year.

Bluefield University men’s volleyball team took the court for Senior Day, celebrating both the final home match of the season and a heartfelt farewell to their lone senior, Kemani Riley. The Dome buzzed with excitement as fans and family gathered to support the Rams in a day filled with emotion and competition.

Bluefield University men’s soccer is entering a new era under the leadership of new head coach Ryan McCartney, a coach whose passion for the game is matched by a deep commitment to faith, personal growth, and community.

Curious about e-sports? Join us for a conversation with Head Coach and Director of E-Sports Program Madison Whisman, aka “Coach Dubs,” as he explores team growth, recruitment, and what he’s looking for in new players. Learn about what a season involves and plans for expansion, and hear Whisman reflect on last semester, BU’s first e-sports competition season.

The first “Ram of the Week” of 2026 was sophomore Isaiah Sanders of the Bluefield University men’s basketball team. What began as a simple desire to play college basketball has turned into a place Sanders now proudly calls home at BU.

Access and use of the Bluefield University athletics bus is a hot topic these days. We sat down with BU student-athletes to find out why. Listen to what students had to say about the athletics bus, how it’s used, and who gets to travel on it as students share their opinions, talk about their experiences riding the bus, and explain why it matters for athletes. Hear their thoughts on fairness, convenience, and what changes they would like to see in the future.

Despite being a valuable resource for Bluefield University’s sports teams, the BU athletic bus has been underutilized, according to Athletics Director Corey Mullins.

The Rampage takes a close look at how the college sports recruiting process really works in this video podcast. Hear from football head coach Dewey Lusk, volleyball assistant coach Kyle Pietrzak, and student-athlete Rachel Sasson as they share their own experiences and viewpoints.

Senior night is always a bittersweet time as a student-athlete. Some are thankful it’s over, and others are sad to say goodbye to the sport they have loved for so long. Bluefield University held a special evening for the senior members of the women’s volleyball team, having to say goodbye not only to the sport but also to their teammates. The senior night took place at the Bluefield University dome on November 3rd at 7:00 pm.

The Bluefield University women’s basketball team is about to start its 2025-2026 season, and the Lady Rams hope to make some noise, thanks to the return of a solid group of veteran seniors.

With the 2025–2026 basketball season just underway, optimism and excitement are building around the Bluefield University men’s basketball program. Guided by first-year head coach Joseph Cooper, the team has used the off-season to prepare for a strong season in the Appalachian Athletic Conference (AAC).