http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:11:13 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/18/analysis-3-4/stories/20260816125 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/18/analysis-3-4/stories/20260816125#comments Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:41:11 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/18/analysis-3-4/stories/20260816125 BOWLING GREEN — A schedule consisting of 18 home games and 14 road trips awaits the Bowling Green State University men’s basketball team, as a program-high 22 Mid-American Conference contests make up the bulk of the upcoming season.  The Falcons travel to Georgia State (Nov. Bowling Green’s Josiah Shackelford, right, goes against Bethany College’s Bryson Bishop during a men’s college basketball game between Bowling Green State University and Bethany College at BGSU’s Stroh Center in Bowling Green on Nov. 6, 2025. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/17/analysis-what-stands-out-about-bgsu-women-s-basketball-s-2026-27-schedule/stories/20260816117 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/17/analysis-what-stands-out-about-bgsu-women-s-basketball-s-2026-27-schedule/stories/20260816117#comments Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:12:17 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/17/analysis-what-stands-out-about-bgsu-women-s-basketball-s-2026-27-schedule/stories/20260816117 BOWLING GREEN — BGSU women’s basketball coach Fred Chmiel leads his Falcons for the fourth time in the 2026-27 season with a winning record and Mid-American Conference tournament appearance in each of the previous three. BGSU’s Lauren Gerken hits the jumper against Ball State in a quarterfinal game of the MAC women’s college basketball tournament at Rocket Arena on March 11 in Cleveland. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/12/former-whitmer-central-catholic-standout-leach-targets-expanded-role-with-bgsu/stories/20260812090 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/12/former-whitmer-central-catholic-standout-leach-targets-expanded-role-with-bgsu/stories/20260812090#comments Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:27:14 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/12/former-whitmer-central-catholic-standout-leach-targets-expanded-role-with-bgsu/stories/20260812090 BOWLING GREEN — Entering his sophomore season with the Bowling Green State University men’s basketball team, former Whitmer and Central Catholic standout Makhi Leach is aiming for a breakout campaign at the guard positions, hoping to make a leap in year two with the Falcons. Makhi Leach of Bowling Green shoots the ball as Evan Mahaffey of Akron blocks him during a men’s college basketball game at the Stroh Center in Bowling Green Jan. 9. Bowling Green’s Makhi Leach puts up a shot during a men’s college basketball game between Bowling Green State University and Bethany College at BGSU’s Stroh Center in Bowling Green on Nov. 6, 2025. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/08/sharp-bgsu-wide-receivers-embracing-roles-expectedly-run-heavy-offense/stories/20260808050 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/08/sharp-bgsu-wide-receivers-embracing-roles-expectedly-run-heavy-offense/stories/20260808050#comments Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/08/sharp-bgsu-wide-receivers-embracing-roles-expectedly-run-heavy-offense/stories/20260808050 BOWLING GREEN — A complete offensive overhaul has left the Bowling Green State University football team with limited returning production at wide receiver, leading to a potentially rotating cast of pass catchers being utilized in a physical, run-heavy offense this upcoming season. BGSU wide receiver Winn Sharp on the sidelines during football practice on Aug. 5 at Bowling Green State University. Winn Sharp catches the ball during the BGSU football spring game at Doyt Perry Stadium inBowling Green on April 11. BGSU wide receiver Pierce St Geme runs the ball during football practice on Aug. 5 at Bowling Green State University. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/07/bgsu-football-adds-road-game-tennessee-2029/stories/20260807100 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/07/bgsu-football-adds-road-game-tennessee-2029/stories/20260807100#comments Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:35:21 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/07/bgsu-football-adds-road-game-tennessee-2029/stories/20260807100 BOWLING GREEN — The Bowling Green State University football team announced a trip to the University of Tennessee as an addition to its 2029 schedule. The game in Knoxville is set for Sept. 15, 2029, marking the third all-time meeting between the programs. Players watch drills from the sidelines during the BGSU football spring game at Doyt Perry Stadium in Bowling Green on April 11. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/05/bg-opened-home-underdog-fcs-team/stories/20260805122 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/05/bg-opened-home-underdog-fcs-team/stories/20260805122#comments Wed, 05 Aug 2026 21:17:54 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/05/bg-opened-home-underdog-fcs-team/stories/20260805122 BOWLING GREEN — FREE BEER ON THE QUAD!! Bowling Green head coach Eddie George watches the action during football practice Aug. 5. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/05/bgsu-football-quarterback-battle-taking-shape-as-fall-practice-begins/stories/20260805108 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/05/bgsu-football-quarterback-battle-taking-shape-as-fall-practice-begins/stories/20260805108#comments Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:41:17 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/05/bgsu-football-quarterback-battle-taking-shape-as-fall-practice-begins/stories/20260805108 BOWLING GREEN — Entering fall camp on Wednesday, the Bowling Green State University football team’s starting quarterback role remains open, with junior transfers Austin Novosad and Jay Kastantin emerging as the front-runners. BGSU quarterback Austin Novosad runs a drill during football practice Aug. 5 at Bowling Green State University. BGSU head coach Eddie George watches the action during football practice Aug. 5 at Bowling Green State University. Bowling Green quarterback Jay Kastantin throws the ball during the BGSU football spring game at Doyt Perry Stadium in Bowling Green on April 11. BGSU quarterback Hunter Najm runs a drill during football practice Aug. 5. BGSU wide receiver Winn Sharp on the sidelines during football practice. BGSU wide receiver Winn Sharp on the sidelines during football practice. BGSU wide receiver Pierce St Geme runs the ball during football practice. BGSU offensive guard James Thomas, Jr. takes a water break during football practice. BGSU head coach Eddie George watches the action during football practice. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/01/rivalry-aside-bgsu-softballs-michelle-gardner-welcomes-son-purdue-opportunity/stories/20260801034 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/01/rivalry-aside-bgsu-softballs-michelle-gardner-welcomes-son-purdue-opportunity/stories/20260801034#comments Sat, 01 Aug 2026 20:07:16 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/01/rivalry-aside-bgsu-softballs-michelle-gardner-welcomes-son-purdue-opportunity/stories/20260801034 BOWLING GREEN — Bowling Green softball coach Michelle Gardner has handled plenty of challenges in her career, but wearing the old gold and black might be the most difficult one. The former Indiana University coach will now be cheering for Purdue as her son, Lucas, joined the Bowling Green softball coach Michelle Gardner poses with her daughter Jilliyn, a sophomore outfielder, and son, Lucas, who was hired as Purdue's pitching coach June 19. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/01/briggs-bowling-green-hockey-signed-23-year-pro-echl-enforcer/stories/20260801089 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/01/briggs-bowling-green-hockey-signed-23-year-pro-echl-enforcer/stories/20260801089#comments Sat, 01 Aug 2026 17:29:15 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/01/briggs-bowling-green-hockey-signed-23-year-pro-echl-enforcer/stories/20260801089 BOWLING GREEN — Call it Back to School II: Books and Body Checks. New Bowling Green State University hockey signee Ty Cheveldayoff, right, drops the gloves last season as a member of the ECHL's Maine Mariners. New Bowling Green State University hockey signee Ty Cheveldayoff played for the Maine Mariners of the ECHL last season. New Bowling Green State University hockey signee Ty Cheveldayoff has two years of college eligibility. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/22/bgsu-media-day-football-george-key-players-outlook/stories/20260722114 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/22/bgsu-media-day-football-george-key-players-outlook/stories/20260722114#comments Wed, 22 Jul 2026 19:38:41 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/22/bgsu-media-day-football-george-key-players-outlook/stories/20260722114 DETROIT — For Bowling Green State University football head coach Eddie George, his desire to transform the Falcons into a Mid-American Conference contender hinges on two things for his players — high self-efficacy and a sense of ownership over establishing the program standard. Eriq George, defensive end for Bowling Green State University football, speaks during MAC Media Day at Ford Field on July 22 in Detroit. Bowling Green State University football head coach Eddie George speaks during MAC Media Day at Ford Field on July 22 in Detroit. Austyn Dendy, running back for Bowling Green State University, speaks during MAC Media Day at Ford Field on July 22 in Detroit. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/20/bgsu-football-3-storylines-for-2026-season-ahead-of-mac-media-day/stories/20260719112 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/20/bgsu-football-3-storylines-for-2026-season-ahead-of-mac-media-day/stories/20260719112#comments Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:04:42 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/20/bgsu-football-3-storylines-for-2026-season-ahead-of-mac-media-day/stories/20260719112 BOWLING GREEN — Head coach Eddie George’s second season in charge of the Bowling Green State University football team is quickly approaching.  An opening week home clash with Tarleton State starts the year on Sept. 5. The Falcons hope to rebound from a turbulent 4-8 campaign in Head coach Eddie George talks with players while they warm up during the BGSU football spring game at Doyt Perry Stadium in Bowling Green on April 11. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/14/2026-state-of-the-position-bgsu-quarterbacks/stories/20260714077 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/14/2026-state-of-the-position-bgsu-quarterbacks/stories/20260714077#comments Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:17:50 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/14/2026-state-of-the-position-bgsu-quarterbacks/stories/20260714077 This is the final story of a multi-part series breaking down position groups on Bowling Green State University’s roster entering the 2026 season. Bowling Green State University quarterback Austin Novosad throws the ball during spring football practice March 10 at Doyt Perry Stadium in Bowling Green. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/07/12/toledo-scholvin-bgsu-stade-selected-on-day-2-of-mlb-draft/stories/20260712123 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/07/12/toledo-scholvin-bgsu-stade-selected-on-day-2-of-mlb-draft/stories/20260712123#comments Mon, 13 Jul 2026 00:10:28 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/07/12/toledo-scholvin-bgsu-stade-selected-on-day-2-of-mlb-draft/stories/20260712123 A pair of local college baseball players heard their names called in the 2026 MLB draft on Sunday. Toledo’s Charlie Scholvin swings during a college baseball game between Toledo and Butler at the Scott Park Baseball Complex in Toledo on May 6. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/11/bgsu-hockey-holds-high-hopes-ahead-loaded-2026-27-season/stories/20260710089 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/11/bgsu-hockey-holds-high-hopes-ahead-loaded-2026-27-season/stories/20260710089#comments Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/11/bgsu-hockey-holds-high-hopes-ahead-loaded-2026-27-season/stories/20260710089 BOWLING GREEN — The Bowling Green State University hockey program is ready to assert itself on the national stage during the 2026-27 season. With returning talent and a loaded schedule, the upcoming campaign provides the opportunity to do so in coach Dennis Williams’ third season at the Bowling Green’s Brayden Crampton, left, faces Notre Dame’s Carter Slaggert during a college hockey game between Bowling Green State University and the University of Notre Dame at BGSU’s Slater Family Ice Arena in Bowling Green on Jan. 31. Bowling Green’s Ben Doran tries to steal the puck from Minnesota State’s Charlie Lurie during a college hockey game at BGSU’s Slater Family Ice Arena in Bowling Green, on Feb. 21. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/10/bgsu-athletics-announces-5-inductions-for-2026-hall-of-fame-class/stories/20260710080 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/10/bgsu-athletics-announces-5-inductions-for-2026-hall-of-fame-class/stories/20260710080#comments Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:59:24 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/10/bgsu-athletics-announces-5-inductions-for-2026-hall-of-fame-class/stories/20260710080 BOWLING GREEN — The Bowling Green State University Athletics Hall of Fame will have five new additions in 2026. Those are Gary Blackney (football coach), Paul Krebs (director of athletics), Andrea Nordmann (women’s basketball), Kevin O’Neill (football), and the 1976-78 women’s track and field teams. BGSU coach Gary Blackney tries to get things going late in the fourth quarter with his team trailing 23-21 on Nov. 11, 2000. Kevin O'Neill, BGSU football, 1995 New women's basketball coach Curt Miller is welcomed aboard by Bowling Green State University Athletic Director Paul Krebs on May 8, 2001. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/09/2026-state-of-the-position-bgsu-running-backs/stories/20260709073 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/09/2026-state-of-the-position-bgsu-running-backs/stories/20260709073#comments Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:52:13 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/09/2026-state-of-the-position-bgsu-running-backs/stories/20260709073 This is the sixth story of a multi-part series breaking down position groups on Bowling Green State University’s roster entering the 2026 season. Bowling Green's Austyn Dendy runs with the ball during a matchup between the Falcons and the Eagles of Eastern Michigan at Rynearson Stadium on Nov. 8, 2025. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/06/2026-state-of-the-position-bgsu-offensive-line/stories/20260706040 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/06/2026-state-of-the-position-bgsu-offensive-line/stories/20260706040#comments Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:52:18 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/06/2026-state-of-the-position-bgsu-offensive-line/stories/20260706040 This is the fifth of a multi-part series breaking down position groups on Bowling Green State University’s football roster entering the 2026 season. BOWLING GREEN — It’ll be a completely different starting offensive line for the Bowling Green State University football team in the BGSU runner Cam Pettaway breaks down the sideline against Central Michigan in a college football game at Doyt Perry Stadium on Oct. 18 2025, in Bowling Green. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/02/2026-state-position-bgsu-linebackers/stories/20260702099 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/02/2026-state-position-bgsu-linebackers/stories/20260702099#comments Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:48:56 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/02/2026-state-position-bgsu-linebackers/stories/20260702099 This is the fourth of a multi-part series breaking down position groups on Bowling Green State University’s football roster entering the 2026 season. Sanders Ellis blocks Jahai Johnson during the BGSU football spring game at Doyt Perry Stadium in Bowling Green on April 11. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/06/29/toledo-bowling-green-ratings-in-ea-college-football-27-game-revealed/stories/20260628114 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/06/29/toledo-bowling-green-ratings-in-ea-college-football-27-game-revealed/stories/20260628114#comments Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:17:35 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/06/29/toledo-bowling-green-ratings-in-ea-college-football-27-game-revealed/stories/20260628114 Since its return from an 11-year hiatus, EA Sports’ College Football became the best-selling sports video game in U.S. history, according to Sports Business Journal.  The game’s third iteration will be available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC users July 9, and with Bowling Green's Myles Bradley runs around Buffalo's Trevor Brock as the Falcons host the Bulls at Doyt Perry Stadium on Nov. 1, 2025. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/06/28/2026-state-position-bgsu-wide-receivers-tight-ends/stories/20260628054 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/06/28/2026-state-position-bgsu-wide-receivers-tight-ends/stories/20260628054#comments Mon, 29 Jun 2026 01:42:09 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/06/28/2026-state-position-bgsu-wide-receivers-tight-ends/stories/20260628054 This is the third of a multi-part series breaking down position groups on Bowling Green State University’s football roster entering the 2026 season.  BOWLING GREEN — Perhaps no other positions will see bigger changes in the upcoming season for the Bowling Green State University Bowling Green's Trey Johnson signals a first down as the Golden Flashes host the Falcons at Dix Stadium in Kent, Oct. 25, 2025.