Athletics

EUGENE, Ore. – The Bushnell University Athletic Department announces the hiring of Dylan Costello as the first Director of Wrestling and Head Men’s Wrestling Coach for the Beacons. Costello will lead the men’s and women’s wrestling programs which become the 18th and 19th intercollegiate sports at Bushnell. Athletic Director Corey Anderson said, “I am excited…

Cascade Conference Release EUGENE, Ore. – The Bushnell Beacon Volleyball team was recognized as the 2026 Cascade Collegiate Conference Les Schwab Women’s Team of Character on Tuesday, as voted on by the CCC athletic directors. Bushnell has now been home to seven winners of the Les Schwab Team of Character Awards in the last six…

EUGENE, Ore. – It has been a memorable year for Bushnell University within the greater landscape of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics. The Beacons were honored in the fall as the NAIA School of Character, which has led to opportunities for the Beacons to be showcased nationally. Athletic Director Corey Anderson, Associate Athletic Director…

CORVALLIS, Ore. – Bushnell men’s soccer senior Caleb Premo has been named the 2026 Cascade Collegiate Conference Male Scholar-Athlete of the Year, as voted on by the CCC Athletic Directors. Premo concluded a strong athletic and academic career at Bushnell University, completing his studies with a 3.99 GPA. The Bushnell Male Scholar-Athlete of the Year was…

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University president Dr. Joseph D. Womack honored two outstanding individuals during Bushnell’s 2026 Spring Commencement for their exceptional dedication, achievements, and contributions to the university community. The Presidents’ Award for Teaching Excellence and Campus Leadership and the award for Exemplary Staff and Campus Leadership are presented annually. The awards were given…

PHOTO GALLERY | VIDEO STREAM EUGENE, Ore.  – The 2026 Iggy Awards took place on Wednesday night as the Bushnell Athletic department honored the best of the best achievements of their 17 teams and 320 student-athletes. It was a special formal event, celebrating 20 years of the Iggy Awards, and 20 years for Bushnell as members…

Associate Athletic Director Sarah Freeman has spent nearly two decades shaping the experience of student-athletes at Bushnell University.  She occupies a vital role at the intersection of leadership, mentorship, and student support, helping ensure that athletics at Bushnell is committed not only to competitive success, but to the growth and character of its students. Freeman’s…

NAIA NATIONAL FIELD ATHLETE OF THE WEEK EUGENE, Ore.  – For the second time in his career, Junior Kaleo Wellman has been as named NAIA Field Athlete of the Week as announced by the national office on Thursday. Wellman won the Long Jump at Oregon State University’s Pacific Northwest Invitational, earning an NAIA “A” Qualification standard and…

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University student-athletes have delivered another strong season of competition and achievement. From postseason success on the hardwood to record-breaking performances on the track, the Beacons continued to excel both athletically and academically. The season was highlighted by three Cascade Collegiate Conference (CCC) Players of the Week, three All-Conference honorees, and continued…

“It has been an honor to be a part of College Sports Communicators since I first became a Sports Information Director right out of college in 2000. The landscape of our business has changed so much over the past 25 years and CSC has been an incredible resource to help grow, learn, and expand my…