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The statue of Dick Fosbury, who died on Sunday, located outside of Dixon Recreation Center, pictured on March 14. Fosbury, an OSU alum, won a gold medal at the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City with his revolutionary high jump technique dubbed the “Fosbury Flop.”
OSU track & field icon Dick Fosbury, who forever changed the high jump, dies at 76
What student workers need to know about sick leave
What student workers need to know about sick leave
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ASOSU releases 2023 senator election results, leaves last appointment up to chance
Housing assistance grant supports OSU Ecampus veterans
Housing assistance grant supports OSU Ecampus veterans
The ASOSU Elections committee (from left to right) Abby Miller, Ethan Hampton, Sydney Navas and Sierra Young at work counting elections votes on March 10.
ASOSU releases 2023 election results
Katie Barber poses as she removes her mask on Tuesday, March 14 in Corvallis. The last remaining mask mandate in Oregon, which requires them to be worn in health care settings, will be lifted on April 3.
Masks welcome, not required
Contribution from 4AllMuttkind
Foster-based rescue lets students and community members adopt rescued dogs
A timeline of recent earthquakes and magnitudes around Turkey.
OSU’s Turkish students band together in wake of tragic earthquakes
A donation box in downtown Corvallis in August of 2022. Since Gov. Tina Kotek’s declaration of homelessness as a state of emergency this last January, multiple legislative bills have been proposed to address the issue that has been an increasing issue in Oregon.
Oregon’s attempt to tackle homelessness: State legislature introduces several housing bills, one endorsed by Benton County
Program Coordinator Clack Chesshir (they/he) sits and does work at their desk at Oregon State University, Feb 13. The Beavs Volunteer team at Community Engagement & Leadership work to deliver an engaging experience that will build community leadership skills.
Volunteer opportunities abound for OSU students looking to get involved in the community
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Forrester makes history though Beavers fall 2-1 to California Bears
Kyle Dernedde swings at a pitch thrown by the Nevada Wolf Pack on March 14 at Goss Stadium in Corvallis. Dernedde had three at bats today resulting in three left on base assignments.
Beavers dig deep to pull out an 8-6 victory against the Portland Pilots
Oregon State softball player Grace Messmer plays shortstop at Kelly field on Saturday, March 18 in Corvallis, Ore. OSU challenged California and were defeated 15-6.
Golden Bears batting too much for Beavers’ softball, Beavers lose 15-6
Kyle Dernedde swings at a pitch thrown by the Nevada Wolf Pack on Mar 14 at Goss Stadium in Corvallis
Beaver baseball dominates against the recently victorious Nevada Wolf Pack
The statue of Dick Fosbury, who died on Sunday, located outside of Dixon Recreation Center, pictured on March 14. Fosbury, an OSU alum, won a gold medal at the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City with his revolutionary high jump technique dubbed the “Fosbury Flop.”
OSU track & field icon Dick Fosbury, who forever changed the high jump, dies at 76
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Forrester makes history though Beavers fall 2-1 to California Bears
Kyle Dernedde swings at a pitch thrown by the Nevada Wolf Pack on March 14 at Goss Stadium in Corvallis. Dernedde had three at bats today resulting in three left on base assignments.
Beavers dig deep to pull out an 8-6 victory against the Portland Pilots
Kyle Dernedde swings at a pitch thrown by the Nevada Wolf Pack on Mar 14 at Goss Stadium in Corvallis
Beaver baseball dominates against the recently victorious Nevada Wolf Pack
The Oregon State Beavers come together at a mound visit in hopes of regrouping in their last game against the Washington State Cougars at Goss Stadium on March 12
Cougars steal the series in a close game three, backed by unearned runs
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Cold bats and streaky pitching: the recipe for a 6-3 Beaver loss Saturday afternoon
Lineback Kyrie Fisher-Morris prepares himself for the 40-yard dash during Mondays Pro Day drills. A total of 13 Beavers made their way through the drills in front of NFL professionals.
Path to the Draft: OSU hosts annual Pro Day
Andrew Chatfield Jr. pumps up the crowd at the Las Vegas Bowl at Allegiant Stadium on Dec. 18. Chatfield Jr. recorded a sack and a tackle for a loss against Florida quarterback Jack Miller III.
Welcome to The DAM Mailbag: Beaver basketball, football, and the PAC-12 2023 football schedule
Oregon State University Vice President and Athletic Director Scott Barnes leads a tour of the construction of the new west side of Reser Stadium at Oregon State University in Corvallis, Ore, on Jan 17. Barnes is looking to improve Reser Stadium for both home and away fans.
Reser Stadium’s west side renovation separates itself from other stadiums across the nation
Head coach Jonathan Smith raises the SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl trophy after the Beavers won in the game at Allegiant Stadium on Dec. 17. Smith recently signed a $30.6 million contract that will last through the end of the 2028 season.
The Beavers 2022 college football season was remarkable, and it should be for years to come
Oregon State alumni, Jens Burks (left) and Mark Laswell (right) , are seen speaking with Daily Barometer sports writer, Ryan Harlan, on Dec. 16 in Las Vegas.
Alumni admiration: 28 years of losing football to a ten-win season
Madi Dagen celebrates her final floor routine in Gill Coliseum during a meet against Utah at Gill Coliseum on Saturday. Dagen recorded a 9.950 on the exercise.
Beavers claim a share of the PAC-12 conference championship with a win over Utah Utes
Jade Carey during her beam routine. Carey went on to score two 10.000s for the first time at home this season.
Oregon State gymnastics pull a powerful win over Arizona Wildcats
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Oregon State Beavers Gymnastics pull a comeback against #7 California Golden Bears with a tie at home
Sydney Gonzales celebrates after a successful vault at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis, Ore, on Jan 27 in a meet with Rutgers University. The Beavers won the meet, 197.275 to 194.150.
Oregon State beavers gymnastics show incredible team effort with a 197.275 win over Rutgers
Oregon State gymnast Madi Dagen celebrates with her team after performing a beam routine at the Gill Coliseum in Corvallis on Jan. 21. Dagen scored two 9.90s on the beam.
Gymnastics first home meet of the season filled with many successful moments for the Beavers
Glenn Taylor Jr. drives to the basket against the California Golden Bears on March 4 at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis, OR. Taylor Jr. produced 17 points off of scoring for the Beavers against the Sun Devils.
Beavers’ offense stalls late against Arizona State in PAC-12 Tournament
Sitting alongside teammate, center Chol Marial, guard Felipe Palazzo cheers for his team in a tough game against UCLA on February 9 in Gill Coliseum.
Men’s Basketball’s Felipe Palazzo: Sports provide a common language for international students at Oregon State
Michael Rataj dunking for the final two points scored in the game against the California Golden Bears on March 4th at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis, OR. After being down for most of the game, the Beavers made a comeback, winning the game with a score of 66-69.
Pope, Taylor Jr., and Bilodeau combine for 56 points as the Beavers take down the California Bears 69-66
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Beavers struggle in 23-point loss to Stanford
Freshman guard Jordan Pope drives past his Oregon opponent in the second half of the Rivalry Game inside of Gill Coliseum on Saturday night. Pope is averaging 12.5 points on a 43% shooting percentage.
Akanno’s strong night not enough, Beavers lose at last second to rival Oregon
Mouhometh Thiam stands in Paul Lorenz Field on Sunday. Mouhometh Thiam, a junior at OSU, specializes as a midfielder.
Beavers’ season comes to an end after upset loss to the University of Portland
Freshman defender Max Gosset clears the ball versus redshirt senior midfielder Omar Grey in a match that ended in a tie score of 1-1 in Paul Lorenz Field on Oct. 21. The Beavers today ended the undefeated Huskies record with a score of 1-0.
Oregon State Beavers upset the undefeated Huskies with an end of game goal
Oregon State University men’s soccer player Gael Gibert attempting to head the ball before Stanford’s goalkeeper Matt Frank can receive it on Oct. 9 at Paul Lorenz Field. OSU men’s soccer faced off against Stanford with a final score of 2-2.
Gallery: OSU vs. Stanford 10/09
Beaver Soccer ends in stalemate against Utah Valley
Sophomore Ellis Spikner celebrates his goal with his teammates in the Beavers’ first game of the season against UC Davis at Paul Lorenz Field on August 25, 2022. They started their season strong with a win.
Beaver season-opener ends in victory after second-half goal
Oregon State softball player Grace Messmer plays shortstop at Kelly field on Saturday, March 18 in Corvallis, Ore. OSU challenged California and were defeated 15-6.
Golden Bears batting too much for Beavers’ softball, Beavers lose 15-6
In an archived photo from the 2022 softball season, junior infielder Grace Messmer creates contact on a pitch from Arizonas pitcher. Messmer is now one of only eight upperclassmen on the Beavers roster this season.
Freshmen energy needed on Beaver Softball team, 2023 season preview
Junior utility player Madison Simon runs towards first pace in Saturdays game against Mt. Hood Community College. The Beavers won by a score of 13-4.
Beavers softball finishes their fall season with another win
Jade Soto scores from Third against Clackamas on Friday, October 14 at Kelly Field in Corvallis Oregon. No score was kept in this scrimmage.
Beavers looking ready for Spring season after win against Clackamas
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Beavers beat Stanford in super regional, advance to college world series
Sophomore guard Talia Von Oelhoffen moves around the Colorado defense in the prior matchup that happened between the two teams in Gill Coliseum on Feb. 5. The Beavers were without Oelhoffen for the PAC-12 Tournament as well as games prior to the seasons end.
Beavers fall to Buffaloes in PAC-12 Tournament Quarterfinals
Noelle Mannen calls a play against Arizona State on Friday in Corvallis. Mannen has helped the Beavers at the guard position since the injury news to Talia Von Oelhoffen.
Beavers rally past USC in first round of PAC-12 tournament
Noelle Mannen shoots a layup against the Arizona Wildcats on Feb. 25 at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis. OSU beat Arizona with a final score of 70-78.
Beavers women’s basketball overpowers No. 14 Arizona, win 78-70
Reagan Beers puts up a layup against Arizona State on Friday in Corvallis. The freshman trio of Beers, Blacklock, and Gardiner combined for 41 of the Beavers 73 points.
Oregon State Beavers suffer ninth straight loss against Arizona Sun devils
Raegan Beers shoots a foul shot against the Utah Utes on Feb. 3 at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis. Beers continues to be aggressive on the glass while scoring, achieving her 13th double-double of her freshman season.
Beavers’ front court not enough for Murekatete and the Cougars
Oregon State University (OSU) women’s soccer player, Megin Turi, and University of Southern California (USC) women’s soccer player, Jaelyn Eisenhart, intensely sprint towards the ball on Sept. 29, 2022. OSU’s women’s soccer faced off USC’s team on Sept. 29 with a final score of OSU 1, USC 5.
Beavers draw with Ducks on the road to wrap up season
Senior midfielder Abby Schwartz attempts a shot against the California Golden Bears this past Thursday night at Paul Lorenz Field. Schwartz has a total of two shots on goal this season for the Beavers.
Beavers women’s soccer fall to Stanford on senior day
Oregon State University (OSU) women’s soccer player, Valerie Tobias , dribbles the ball through University of Southern California (USC) opponents on Sept. 29, 2022. OSU’s women’s soccer faced off USC’s team on Sept. 29 with a final score of OSU 1, USC 5.
Gallery: Women’s Soccer OSU vs USC 09/29
An illustration of someone playing soccer. The Oregon State women’s soccer team opened up their spring schedule against the University of Portland in Portland, Ore. on April 2.
OSU women’s soccer looks toward spring schedule
Oregon State junior midfielder Skylar Herrera is working to keep the ball in play in order to score against the University of Oregon Ducks on Nov. 5 at Paul Lorenz Field. The Oregon State Beavers would tie with the Ducks 2-2.
Oregon State Women’s Soccer concludes regular season with draw against rivals
Rhoden reminisces about his first year at OSU
Rhoden reminisces about his first year at OSU
Oregon State wrestler Cleveland Belton locks up with his Sun Devil opponent Jesse Vasques. Belton fought hard but ultimately lost his match by a score of 2-5.
Beavers disappointed after close loss to ASU Sun Devils
Redshirt sophomore, Trey Munoz, prepares mentally for his match against CSU Bakersfields Jacob Hansen at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis. Senior, Isaiah Crosby, is also seen alongside Munoz pre match.
The Beavers continue their winning streak, smashing the Roadrunners
In a photo taken for the June 2022 issue, senior wrestler Devan Turner (left) is seen receiving congratulations from the OSU wrestling program’s head coach, Chris Pendleton (center), and associate head coach, Nate Engel, during his senior night on Feb. 4 inside of Gill Coliseum. Pendleton and Engel are helping assist the women’s wrestling camp held by the DAM RTC on Aug. 13 and 14.
Beaver Dam RTC holds all-girls wrestling camp at OSU
Both Devan Turner and Gary Traub, Oregon State Wrestlers, pose outside of Gill Coliseum on Feb 22. Both athletes have their own graphic t-shirt designs in which they sell online.
Athletes explore their options with NIL
Oregon State’s 12th Head Volleyball Coach, Lindsey Behonick poses for a photo on Jan. 18 inside the volleyball office in Gill Coliseum. The Beavers record a 7-23 record last year prior to hiring Behonick.
Beavers land on Behonick as their new women’s volleyball head coach
Izzi Szulczewski, #15, dives for the ball in Gill Stadium on Sunday. Izzi Szulczewski, a sophomore at OSU, specializes as a setter.
Oregon State volleyball unable to defeat UCLA Bruins in exhausting game
Outside hitter, Mychael Vernon, spikes the ball as the ladies of USC try to block.
Women’s volleyball team continues to struggle in their season as they lose to USC
Kateryna Tkachenko spikes the ball in Gill Stadium on Friday, November 4, 2022. Kateryna Tkachenko specializes as an Outside Hitter.
Beavers volleyball struggle to win consecutive sets, drop weekend matchups against Washington State, University of Washington
The volleyball team celebrates after scoring a point against Utah on Oct. 23. The Beavers are 7-13 currently on the season.
‘I didn’t think I would leave that country,’ OSU international athletes share perspectives
OSU Volleyball junior outside hitter Haylie Bennett (#4), senior middle blocker Serena Bruin (#24) and junior libero Grace Massey (#7) celebrate a point awarded by the referee. 
Luther: For successful season, volleyball must maintain consistency
Rathbone: Oregon State men’s basketball is no longer winning ugly, they’re just playing ugly
Rathbone: Special teams aren’t being special
OSU v UW #6
Rathbone: It won’t be long before Gary Andersen is smiling more often
Slaughter: Fan experience robbed
Sophomore outside hitter Cade Nakao gets ready to pass his teammate’s serve during a scrimmage drill on Jan. 24 inside of Langton Hall. The Mens Volleyball team hopes to take a step in the right direction towards inclusivity of a national sport.
Men’s Volleyball: Can you dig it?
Naomi Asbock and Marena Clark-Lazaire go head to head during a practice short track derby at club practice on Nov. 14. Asbock joined the new PAC class to learn how to skate.
Concussions & Community: Rolling through life
OSU Rugby looks for wins and more bodies
IM Sports
New payment, registration plans help organize intramural sports
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Wheelchair basketball is the wheel deal
SAE’L Team 6 attempts to score. The ending score was 50-40 after 11 straight points for SAE’L Team 6, putting them in the lead.
Intramurals holds basketball finals
Teams attempt to sink other boats in the pool. Team Presentation Support ended with a victory.
Water Battleship makes a splash
Goalball is played with three players on the pitch at one time, with the players attempting to throw the ball into the opponents net. Goalball has been  a Paralympic sport since the 1976  Summer Games in Toronto.
Intramurals features Goalball tournament
Frog World: Looking Green
Frog World: Looking Green
Mossy Wet Rock Episode 12
Mossy Wet Rock Episode 12
Shenanigans: Good Work
Shenanigans: Good Work
Frog World: Frog Ross
Frog World: Frog Ross
Ham Creek: Leak
Ham Creek: Leak
Albany resident, John Kolck proudly displays a sign that reads “Freedom, Democracy and Peace in Ukraine. Stand with the World Against Tyranny.” at a protest on Sunday, March 5. Kolck mentioned that while he is in Corvallis, Ore. protesting, his daughter is abroad in Berlin helping Ukrainian refugees.
During war with Russia, the Barometer stands with Ukrainians
Oregonians everywhere are waiting to see what the summer time looks like for Covid-19 prevention. Recent updates to the plans for battling the Covid-19 pandemic are on the horizon.
Letter From the Editor: How to safely transition into a ‘new normal’ this summer
The Daily Barometer Editor-in-Chief Jaycee Kalama stands in front of the Memorial Union.
Letter from the Editor: We cannot celebrate 125 years of The Baro without addressing its oppressive past
The Daily Barometer Editor-in-Chief Jaycee Kalama stands in front of the Memorial Union.
Letter from the Editor: Why The Baro is printing monthly, new things to come
This illustration shows two individuals who are wearing their masks in addition to social-distancing outside.
Editorial: Do your part to protect our communities
In this photo illustration, Computer Science major Harshini Reddy checks the transfer credit central portal, at Valley Library - Oregon State University on Feb.21
The Firing Lane: College survival and success: something transfer students need to know
A photo illustration of a Oregon State University college degree burning on March 1. Questions are raised of whether a four year college degree is worth the debt that comes along with it in the face of an experience driven employment environment.
Firing Lane: College degrees, a valuable commodity or glorified paper weight?
Under the shade: Death of the snow day
Under the shade: Death of the snow day
Flags of the world in the Memorial Union won Nov. 21. Each flag signifies a nation represented within the student and faculty body at OSU.
Opinión: Para considerarnos un país diverso, necesitamos una poblacion bilingüe
Assistive Technology Manager, Randy Ocampo, shares examples of learning materials that the center has printed in braille in the DAS office on the second floor of the Kerr Administration Building on OSU campus Friday, October 28th. The center has a machine that can print tactile graphics and a 3-D printer, both of which help to provide learning tools for visually impaired students.
How Disability Access Services assists students through their classes
Letter from the editor: The Barometer’s new look
General Opinion Graphic
Letter To The Editor: Does CPD care?
General Opinion Graphic
Letter to the Editor: ECAC is aware of concerns raised regarding investigation
General Opinion Graphic
Letter to the Editor: We want a board that represents our strong desire for racial and gender justice
General Opinion Graphic
Letter to the Editor: We demand their resignation, a transparent external review of the presidential search process
Frog World: Looking Green
Frog World: Looking Green
Mossy Wet Rock Episode 12
Mossy Wet Rock Episode 12
Shenanigans: Good Work
Shenanigans: Good Work
Frog World: Frog Ross
Frog World: Frog Ross
Ham Creek: Leak
Ham Creek: Leak
Correction: What changes can Oregonians expect from incoming governor Tina Kotek?
Correction: Pride Center: A Home Away From Home
Correction: OSU Public Safety Department squires new device for traffic safety
Correction: OSU students report issues with accessibility on campus
Correction: COP26 restates efforts to limit global warming; Corvallis, OSU aim to reduce carbon footprint

The Daily Barometer

The Daily Barometer
Nathan Burns and the rest of the Oregon State Beavs return to the dugout after a hard inning against University of Oregon Ducks on March 13, 2021. Burns was the 561st overall draft pick and was selected by the Los Angeles Angels.

Four Beavers drafted into MLB teams

Isabelle Taylor, Sports Contributor
August 14, 2021

The 2021 Major League Baseball draft saw four Oregon State University Baseball players sign with professional teams after stellar collegiate careers. Beaver Baseball players Kevin Abel, Chase Watkins,...

A banner welcoming back the OSU Baseball team after their College World Series win at Goss Stadium in June 2018. 

Wednesday Win: OSU Baseball College World Series Game 2 (2018)

Brady Akins│Sports Contributor
June 10, 2020

The Oregon State Beavers’ 2018 season ended in celebration, with a 5-0 do-or-die Game Three win over the Arkansas Razorbacks comfortably earning the Beavers their baseball program’s third College World...

Former OSU Baseball pitcher Matt Boyd delivers a pitch to the plate against California on May 3, 2013. Boyd was selected to the PAC-12 First Team.

Matt Boyd awaiting the return of baseball

Brady Akins│Sports Contributor
April 27, 2020

Matt Boyd’s personality can be felt from miles away, even on a Zoom conference call. His disposition shone through his virtual April 13 meeting with Oregon media members, even while discussing matters...

OSU Baseball exchanges high fives after a game versus Washington State in late April 2019 in Goss Stadium.

Beaver Baseball optimistic for 2020 season

Michael Eubanks│News Contributor
February 17, 2020

The Oregon State Baseball team is currently in Surprise, Ariz. to kick off their 2020 season and the Beavers clubhouse is full of optimism. Two years after winning their third National Championship in...

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PHOTO GALLERY: Beaver Baseball returns to Corvallis to celebrate national championship

June 29, 2018

Photos by Cody McDonaldFor the first time since 2007, the Oregon State Beavers are national champions. After a series comeback against the University of Arkansas in Omaha, Nebraska, the club returned to...

The OSU baseball team in a huddle during Saturdays game against the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers. The Beavers will go on the the College World Series, the seventh trip in program history.

OSU baseball defeats Minnesota 6-3, headed to the College World Series

Munir Zarea, Sports Contributor
June 10, 2018

With a record attendance of 4,025 in Goss Stadium at Coleman Field, the Oregon State University baseball team punched their ticket to Omaha, Nebraska on Saturday with a dramatic 6-3 win over the University...

Senior pitcher Luke Heimlich on the mound, starting for the last time at Goss Stadium. Heimlich threw nine strikeouts on the day, out of 124 total pitches.

OSU baseball takes down Minnesota in game one of Super Regionals

Jarred Bierbrauer, Sports Reporter
June 8, 2018

Beavers one win away from advancing to College World SeriesThe Oregon State University baseball team notched the first win of the three-game series against the Minnesota Golden Gophers, ending the match...

OSU junior pitcher Bryce Fehmel held UCLA to only three hits as the Beavers went on to win the game 4-1 on Friday, May 25.

Beavers finish second in Pac-12

Jarred Bierbrauer, Sports Contributor
May 29, 2018

The Oregon State University Beavers were able to end their 2018 regular season with a series win over the UCLA Bruins before they head into the Corvallis Regionals this week to take on Northwestern State.In...

Sophomore catcher Adley Rutschman swings for the ball in the second game of the series on Saturday against Stanford University. Oregon State University won 10-0.

No. 3 OSU baseball wins 10-0

Gunnar Boag, Sports Contributor
May 13, 2018

OSU downs No. 2 Stanford in game two of the series.No. 3 OSU baseball team cinched the series against No. 2 Stanford on Saturday 10-0.In sold-out Goss Stadium, the Oregon State University Beavers took...

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Q&A with The Stanford Daily Sports Editor

Anna Weeks, Sports Chief
May 11, 2018

With No. 2 Stanford University baseball playing No. 3 Oregon State University, Jose Saldaña, sports editor for The Stanford Daily, takes the time to predict the upcoming outcomes for this weekend's...

The OSU baseball team cheers from outside the dugout in a game against Arizona State University on April 29. The Beavers are currently 36-7-1 and 14-6-1 in conference play.

PREVIEW: No. 3 OSU baseball faces No. 2 Stanford

Anna Weeks, Sports Chief
May 11, 2018

First top-five matchup in Goss Stadium since 2014, games sold out.Coming off a Civil War sweep, No. 3 Oregon State University baseball (36-7-1) is heading into an at-home three-game series against No....

Michael Gretler and KJ Harrison celebrate after Harrison hit a three-run homerun in the third inning on Fridays Super Regional game against Vanderbilt, his eighth of the season.

Off to Omaha

Brian Rathbone, News/Sports Chief
June 12, 2017

Beavers head to the College World Series after sweeping Vanderbilt in Super RegionalsNate Yeskie walked from the dugout to the pitching mound to talk with Jake Thompson in the seventh inning.He asked his...

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