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Men’s tennis becomes a season of resilience, leadership and triumph

3/28/2025 - 4 minute read

In a season defined by adversity, the men’s tennis team has turned a rocky start into a story of resilience and triumph. With a stunning 12-2 record and being ranked #23 in the 2025 International Tennis Association (ITA) D II National Rankings, the team's success has captured attention around campus.

Libero Cruse Ae’e ( No.16) led the team in celebration after pushing the seventh ranked Brigham Young Cougars to a fifth set Feb 14.

Men’s volleyball alum Logan Glave leads Golden Eagles to first win as interim head coach

3/14/2025 - 3 minute read

Concordia Irvine men’s volleyball alumni Logan Glave earned his first career win as interim head coach and snapped the Golden Eagles 10-game losing streak in a series sweep against Jessup University on March 7. Glave’s promotion to interim head coach came after the departure of former interim head coach Chris Seiffert, who left midseason to pursue an assistant coach position at Loyola Marymount University for the women’s volleyball team.

Kelia Giusta left, and Gabrielle Reinking pose for photo

Beach volleyball delivers with a historic start to their 2025 season

3/14/2025 - 2 minute read

Concordia beach volleyball is receiving national recognition, following a historic victory over Pepperdine and strong performances in recent tournaments. The beach volleyball team looks to keep making positive strides in their season within the next month.

Trey Vergenz winds up his shot put throw.

Track and field makes major strides in Nebraska

2/7/2025 - 2 minute read

Track and field traveled to Nebraska to compete in the Prairie Wolf Invitational, where they broke school records and earned new personal bests.

Men's Volleyball Team Hyped Up At Gametime

Concordia sports stars honored at Hall of Fame and Alumni Night

1/17/2025 - 1 minute read

The Hall of Fame Class of 2025 welcomes three new members and one team to the “Kenneth A. Walker Hall of Fame,” created in memory of one of the Concordia Athletic Department’s biggest supporters.

Jackson Tucker Standing With Hands on Hips

Q&A with men’s basketball captain, Jackson Tucker

1/17/2025 - 2 minute read

Jackson Tucker reveals inspirations, motives, and memories in an exclusive Q&A interview with the Courier.

Teammates celebrate together during practice

Women’s lacrosse prepares for a winning season

1/17/2025 - 2 minute read

Women's Lacrosse prepares to kick of their season at the Santa Barbara Shootout. They stay strong through community and teamwork.

Women’s basketball heads into conference play

12/6/2024 - 1 minute read

Concordia women's basketball is currently 1-6 as they head into conference play. Having graduated a large senior class last season, this season the team is focused on stepping into leadership roles and playing a faster-paced game.

Head Coach, Bert Bergen, praying for the team

Swim & Dive is on the hunt

12/6/2024 - 2 minute read

Concordia swim & dive marked the midpoint of their season as they wrapped up three days of competition on Nov. 22, 23 and 24 at the La Verne Winter Invitational. Bringing plenty of stellar finishes to the nest, the Golden Eagles returned with third place finishes out of 16 schools on the women’s side and 13 schools on the men’s side. The Concordia squad recorded 51 personal bests and 33 All-Time Top-10 finishes in the three day competition alone.

Concordia women’s volleyball team with seniors, Kennedy Farley and Kawhi Chang with holding framed jerseys

CUI women's volleyball senior night

12/6/2024 - 2 minute read

Emotions were running high as the Concordia women's volleyball team came together to celebrate Senior Night, not only because it was a significant event but also because it was the last outing for the squad's favorite seniors, Kawehi Chang and Kennedy Farley.