January 2011

Lady Blazers Defeat OCAC Rival Valor Christian

The OCU women's basketball team traveled down the road to Valor Christian College on Monday night for an OCAC (Ohio Collegiate Athletic Conference) match-up with the Lady Warriors. OCU was able to use its full court pressure defense and transition game to wear down the Lady Warriors, jumping to a 37-18 first half lead.

Trailblazers Win Two In Knoxville

The Trailblazers were on the road this weekend in Knoxville Tennessee.

Lady Blazers Win Three More

The OCU women's basketball team earned three more wins this week and advanced its record to 21-4 overall, and 2-0 in the Mid-East Region.  The Lady BLazers defeated Southern State Community College on Monday night 110-68, led by guards Danielle Fleming (19 points, 5 steals, and 4 rebounds) and Kaity Wyeth (17 points, 8 assists, 5 rebounds, and 3 steals).  Freshmen forwards Gretchen Me

Deondra Jessie Signs with Lady Blazers

OCU women's basketball coach Mandy Wray signed Deondra Jessie, the first recruit to commit to play for the Lady Blazers next season.  Jessie, a 6'3 forward, transferred to OCU this spring from Central State University.  Deondra averaged 15 points and 10 rebounds per game in high school, and also received All-City honors. 

"We are excited to have Deondra sign for

Ohio Christian University Softball Signs First Recruit for 2011 Recruiting Class

The Ohio Christian University Trailblazer softball program is pleased to announce the signing of their first recruit from the 2011 recruiting class.

Blazers Win 91-64 Against Southern State

Ohio Christian University Trailblazers get nice win against Southern State Tuesday night 91-64. Last week the Blazers fell to #5 Kentucky Christian University and #1 Grace Bible. "We had the toughest week of the season last week and needed a good win to get spirits back up," said Coach Christopher. "We saw some things that we can improve on last week before tournament time and ha

Blazers Lose Buzzer Beater Against Rival KCU

Trailblazers lose buzzer beater in Grayson Kentucky Tuesday night against Kentucky Christian University 59 to 61. OCU led by 8 to 10 points most of the game. Neither team shot the ball well but both played hard on defense. OCU's Jeremy Hays had the job of guarding KCU's All American Casey Jones. Hays held him to only 5 points for the ball game.

Fleming Named NCCAA Student-Athlete of the Week

Danielle Fleming, senior guard for Ohio Christian University (OH) was named the NCCAA Student-Athlete of the Week last week.  Danielle led OCU to three wins this week and advance to 16-4 on the year.

Lady Trailblazers Defeat KCU in Grayson

The #1 ranked Ohio Christian University women's basketball traveled to Grayson, Kentucky on Tuesday to face #2 ranked, and defending National Champions, Kentucky Christian University.  After taking a 38-31 first half lead, Kentucky Christian started the second half with a run to tie the game at 40-40.  The Lady Trailblazers were able take the lead again and held on in the final minute

Large Crowd Boosts Blazers in Home Win Friday

The Trailblazers played in front of a great crowd at home on Friday. Ohio Christian University was sponsoring Youth group night and Alumni night on Friday to pack out Trailblazer Arena in their contest against Temple Baptist College. “Playing in front of large home crowd is always a great boost to the team.