http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Sun, 05 Apr 2026 04:11:31 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/04/toledo-volleyball-using-offseason-continue-build-historic-2025-campaign/stories/20260404114 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/04/toledo-volleyball-using-offseason-continue-build-historic-2025-campaign/stories/20260404114#comments Sat, 04 Apr 2026 22:33:27 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/04/toledo-volleyball-using-offseason-continue-build-historic-2025-campaign/stories/20260404114 Coming off its first-ever NCAA tournament berth last fall, Toledo volleyball coach Brian Wright has a new task — build on that success. Toledo outside hitter Jessica Costlow hits the ball during the Rockets' volleyball spring exhibition match against Findlay at Savage Arena in Toledo on April 4. Toledo’s Kayla Ozanich spikes the ball as Findlay’s Victoria Mescher attempts to block. Toledo’s Maddy Bach jumps to set the ball. Brian Wright, Toledo’s head coach, talks to Kayla Ozanich. Toledo’s Sierra Pertzborn watches as Findlay’s Hannah Miller and Keira Turek attempt to block. Toledo’s Ava Siefke jumps to block Findlay’s spike. Toledo’s Maddy Bach sets the ball. Toledo’s Maddy Bach smiles after a play. Toledo’s Maddy Bach floats under the ball to hit. Toledo players celebrate a play. Toledo’s Sierra Pertzborn jumps to spike the ball. Toledo’s Ava Siefke jumps to spike the ball. Toledo’s Jessica Costlow jumps to spike the ball. Toledo’s Maddy Bach jumps to set. Toledo’s Grace Freiberger hits the ball. Brian Wright, Toledo’s head coach, watches. Toledo’s Sierra Pertzborn and Ava Siefke jump to block Findlay’s spike. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/31/kory-allen-becoming-toledo-footballs-associate-head-coach/stories/20260331098 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/31/kory-allen-becoming-toledo-footballs-associate-head-coach/stories/20260331098#comments Tue, 31 Mar 2026 21:53:16 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/31/kory-allen-becoming-toledo-footballs-associate-head-coach/stories/20260331098 When Toledo head football coach Mike Jacobs began building his staff, he didn’t have to look far to find his “second in command”. University of Toledo tight end Jacob Newell makes a catch as tight ends coach Kory Allen looks on during spring practice on March 31 at Glass Bowl Stadium in Toledo. University of Toledo tight ends coach Kory Allen runs drill. University of Toledo tight end Jacob Newell makes a catch during spring practice. University of Toledo head football coach Mike Jacobs watches the action. University of Toledo tight ends coach Kory Allen runs drill. University of Toledo head football coach Mike Jacobs watches the action. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/28/briggs-ready-to-move-past-wild-drama-michigan-anthony-simpson/stories/20260328117 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/28/briggs-ready-to-move-past-wild-drama-michigan-anthony-simpson/stories/20260328117#comments Sat, 28 Mar 2026 17:53:39 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/28/briggs-ready-to-move-past-wild-drama-michigan-anthony-simpson/stories/20260328117 You can ask Anthony Simpson about his time at Michigan if you want. Toledo receiver Anthony Simpson transferred to the Rockets after playing last season at Michigan. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/25/photo-gallery-toledo-vs-michigan-baseball/stories/20260325118 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/25/photo-gallery-toledo-vs-michigan-baseball/stories/20260325118#comments Thu, 26 Mar 2026 03:05:27 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/25/photo-gallery-toledo-vs-michigan-baseball/stories/20260325118 Toledo lost 5-2 to Michigan in a college baseball game at the University of Michigan’s Ray Fisher Stadium in Ann Arbor on March 25. Toledo’s J.P. Wagner throws the ball to first. Toledo’s Jacob Payne swings at the ball. Toledo’s Troy Sudbrook runs to second. Toledo’s Ryan Hughes throws a pitch. Toledo’s Arturo Ormaza throws a pitch. Toledo’s Charlie Scholvin celebrates his first-inning run in the dugout. Michigan’s Drew Culbertson slides into third. Toledo’s Charlie Scholvin dives and misses the ball. Michigan’s Greg Pace, Jr., waits in the outfield. Toledo’s Arturo Ormaza fields a ball in the infield. Toledo’s Saborn Campbell fields the ball. Toledo’s Charlie Scholvin scores his second run of the game. Toledo’s Charlie Scholvin swings at the ball. Michigan’s Grant Bradley throws a pitch. Toledo’s Cade Baker swings. Toledo’s Troy Sudbrook swings at the ball. Toledo coach Rob Reinstetle ahead of the game. Michigan’s Brayden Jefferis throws a ball to first base. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/25/baseball-gains-experience-tight-loss-michigan/stories/20260325111 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/25/baseball-gains-experience-tight-loss-michigan/stories/20260325111#comments Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:11:23 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/25/baseball-gains-experience-tight-loss-michigan/stories/20260325111 ANN ARBOR — University of Toledo baseball had its toughest stretch of the young season, playing at Butler and Michigan in back-to-back days. Toledo’s Troy Sudbrook swings at the ball during a college baseball game between the University of Michigan and the University of Toledo at UM’s Ray Fisher Stadium in Ann Arbor on March 25. Toledo’s Arturo Ormaza fields a ball in the infield during a college baseball game between the University of Michigan and the University of Toledo at UM’s Ray Fisher Stadium in Ann Arbor on March 25. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/24/analysis-what-stands-out-about-toledo-football-s-2026-schedule/stories/20260324083 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/24/analysis-what-stands-out-about-toledo-football-s-2026-schedule/stories/20260324083#comments Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:18:51 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/24/analysis-what-stands-out-about-toledo-football-s-2026-schedule/stories/20260324083 For the first time since 2018, fans will have seven opportunities to see University of Toledo football at the Glass Bowl. First-season coach Mike Jacobs instructs his players during the University of Toledo football team's first official spring practice at the Fetterman Athletic Complex on March 17 in West Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/24/2026-mac-football-schedules-when-and-where-toledo-will-play/stories/20260324081 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/24/2026-mac-football-schedules-when-and-where-toledo-will-play/stories/20260324081#comments Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:03:15 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/24/2026-mac-football-schedules-when-and-where-toledo-will-play/stories/20260324081 The Mid-American Conference announced its 2026 football schedules Tuesday, outlining the University of Toledo matchups for the upcoming season. Toledo Rockets football helmets and equipment sit on the practice turf at the Fetterman Athletic Complex on March 17 in West Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/23/toledo-football-pro-day-focuses-spotlight-under-radar-nfl-hopefuls/stories/20260323091 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/23/toledo-football-pro-day-focuses-spotlight-under-radar-nfl-hopefuls/stories/20260323091#comments Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:15:36 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/23/toledo-football-pro-day-focuses-spotlight-under-radar-nfl-hopefuls/stories/20260323091 NFL scouts flocked to University of Toledo football’s pro day Monday with their eyes on projected first round pick Emmanuel McNeil-Warren — rightfully so. Andrew Wilson-Lamp runs the shuttle drill. Chip Trayanum runs the shuttle drill. Junior Vandeross lll throws the ball to warm up before drills. Junior Vandeross lll runs the shuttle drill. Scouts watch as athletes run the 40-yard dash. Emmanuel McNeil-Warren catches the ball during a drill as scouts watch. Avery Smith catches the ball during a drill as scouts watch. Scouts watch as Jacob Peterson does a running drill. Anthony Dunn Jr. does the vertical jump. Jeremiah Peters does the vertical jump. Junior Vandeross lll does the vertical jump. Scouts watch as athletes do the vertical jump. Andrew Wilson-Lamp does the broad jump as scouts watch. Jeremiah Peters does the broad jump. Junior Vandeross lll does the broad jump. Doran Ray Jr. does the vertical jump. Scouts watch as an athlete runs the 40-yard dash. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/22/briggs-toledo-begins-search-new-athletic-director-some-names-watch/stories/20260322122 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/22/briggs-toledo-begins-search-new-athletic-director-some-names-watch/stories/20260322122#comments Sun, 22 Mar 2026 21:42:42 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/22/briggs-toledo-begins-search-new-athletic-director-some-names-watch/stories/20260322122 Ask and you shall receive. For the University of Toledo and president James Holloway, the next big order of business is hiring a new athletic director. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/21/briggs-no-regrets-kowalczkly-promising-future/stories/20260321101 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/21/briggs-no-regrets-kowalczkly-promising-future/stories/20260321101#comments Sat, 21 Mar 2026 17:32:06 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/21/briggs-no-regrets-kowalczkly-promising-future/stories/20260321101 A play here, a bounce there, and Tod Kowalczyk would have stood Thursday on the brightest stage of his career, right where all those years of success were meant to lead. Toledo coach Tod Kowalczyk contends his case to the referee against Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament at Rocket Arena on March 14 in Cleveland. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/21/men-basketball-core-players-gained-valuable-experience-mac-tournament-run/stories/20260321022 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/21/men-basketball-core-players-gained-valuable-experience-mac-tournament-run/stories/20260321022#comments Sat, 21 Mar 2026 17:28:27 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/21/men-basketball-core-players-gained-valuable-experience-mac-tournament-run/stories/20260321022 University of Toledo men’s basketball ended the 2025-26 season strong, winning six of its final eight games and making the Mid-American Conference tournament title game for the first time since 2023. Toledo’s Leroy Blyden, Jr., contorts for a layup against Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament at Rocket Arena on March 14 in Cleveland. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/19/toledo-football-transfers-look-continue-programs-history-elite-defensive-backs/stories/20260319095 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/19/toledo-football-transfers-look-continue-programs-history-elite-defensive-backs/stories/20260319095#comments Thu, 19 Mar 2026 22:10:14 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/19/toledo-football-transfers-look-continue-programs-history-elite-defensive-backs/stories/20260319095 Being a defensive back at the University of Toledo has become one of the hardest jobs in college football. Toledo's Kaleb Hutchinson was a first-team All-Southern Conference selection at Mercer last season. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/18/analysis-wrapping-up-the-season-for-toledo-women-s-basketball/stories/20260318116 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/18/analysis-wrapping-up-the-season-for-toledo-women-s-basketball/stories/20260318116#comments Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:04:58 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/18/analysis-wrapping-up-the-season-for-toledo-women-s-basketball/stories/20260318116 University of Toledo women’s basketball was picked to finish second in the Mid-American Conference, and, in the most untraditional of ways, that’s exactly where the team finished in the MAC tournament. Toledo coach Ginny Boggess and player Patricia Anumgba congratulate teammates as they mount a comeback against Miami of Ohio in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament at Rocket Arena on March 14 in Cleveland. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/17/mercer-chemistry-shapping-offensive-identity-football-spring-practice/stories/20260317099 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/17/mercer-chemistry-shapping-offensive-identity-football-spring-practice/stories/20260317099#comments Tue, 17 Mar 2026 21:09:58 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/17/mercer-chemistry-shapping-offensive-identity-football-spring-practice/stories/20260317099 Spring practice began for University of Toledo football on Tuesday, and the Rockets’ offense is ahead of the game. First-season head coach Mike Jacobs instructs his players during the University of Toledo football team's first official spring practice at the Fetterman Athletic Complex on March 17 in West Toledo. Quarterback John Alan Richter takes reps during the University of Toledo football team's first official spring practice at the Fetterman Athletic Complex on March 17 in West Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/16/coaches-react-to-bryan-blair-departure/stories/20260316067 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/16/coaches-react-to-bryan-blair-departure/stories/20260316067#comments Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:39:49 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/16/coaches-react-to-bryan-blair-departure/stories/20260316067 Bryan Blair’s tenure as University of Toledo athletic director came to a close this week, ending a four-year stretch that reshaped the Rockets’ athletic department before he departed to take the same role at Syracuse. Bryan Blair, athletic director, left, and Dr. Gregory Postel, university president, right, pose for a photo with Ginny Boggess, the new women’s basketball coach, during an introductory news conference at the University of Toledo’s Savage Arena in Toledo on April 16, 2024. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/15/briggs-for-toledo-basketball-a-heartbreaker-that-will-last-a-lifetime/stories/20260314115 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/15/briggs-for-toledo-basketball-a-heartbreaker-that-will-last-a-lifetime/stories/20260314115#comments Sun, 15 Mar 2026 04:09:56 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/15/briggs-for-toledo-basketball-a-heartbreaker-that-will-last-a-lifetime/stories/20260314115 CLEVELAND — One of these years, the basketball gods will smile down on Toledo. Toledo’s Mynor Strong stretches his headband in frustration after losing Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament at Rocket Arena on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in Cleveland. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/15/photo-gallery-toledo-falls-to-akron-in-mens-mac-final/stories/20260314117 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/15/photo-gallery-toledo-falls-to-akron-in-mens-mac-final/stories/20260314117#comments Sun, 15 Mar 2026 12:05:46 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/15/photo-gallery-toledo-falls-to-akron-in-mens-mac-final/stories/20260314117 CLEVELAND — The Toledo men’s college basketball team lost to Akron in the MAC Tournament finals Saturday at Rocket Arena. Toledo’s Austin Parks hangs on the rim after a dunk against Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo’s Sean Craig in introduced before the game against Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Akron’s Shammah Scott splits the Toledo defense for a layup in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo’s Jaylan Ouwinga blocks Akron’s Tavari Johnson in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo’s Leroy Blyden, Jr., contorts for a layup against Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo super fans cheer against Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo coach Tod Kowalczyk watches Sonny Wilson dribble between his legs against Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Akron’s Eric Mahaffey finger rolls over the Toledo defense in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo coach Tod Kowalczyk contends his case to the referee against Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo’s Leroy Blyden, Jr., eyes his jumpshot against Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo’s Austin Parks secure a rebound against Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo fans cheer against Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo’s Mynor Strong contorts for a layup against Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo’s Leroy Blyden, Jr., leaps to block the shot of Akron’s Shammah Scott in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo’s Sean Craig kneels in dejection after losing to Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament at Rocket Arena. Toledo’s Austin Parks controls a loose ball against Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo’s Leroy Blyden, Jr., tries to sneak under the Akron defense in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo’s Leroy Blyden, Jr., loses his footing against Akron’s Shammah Scott in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Akron’s Shammah Scott hits a step-back, go-ahead, and ultimately game-winning 27-foot three-pointer over Toledo’s Mynor Strong in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament at Rocket Arena in Cleveland. Akron’s Amani Lyles floats past Toledo’s Austin Parks to hit the layup in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo’s Mynor Strong stretches his headband in frustration after losing Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Akron’s Sharron Young tries to keep the ball away from Toledo’s Leroy Blyden, Jr., in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo’s Sonny Wilson hangs his head after losing to Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament at Rocket Arena. Akron’s Eric Mahaffey eyes his jumpshot over Toledo in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo’s Mynor Strong hits the fade away over Akron’s Evan Mahaffey in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo’s Will James, Jr., swipes at the ball as Akron’s Shammah Scott pump fakes in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo’s Austin Parks and Akron’s Amani Lyles battle for the rebound in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo’s Sean Craig celebrates hitting a three against Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Akron’s Shammah Scott hits a three over the Toledo defense in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Akron’s Evan Mahaffey dribbles in the post against Toledo in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo’s Leroy Blyden, Jr., celebrates his three-pointer in the direction of the Rockets bench against Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo’s Austin Parks is blocked by Akron’s Evan Mahaffey in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament, Toledo’s Leroy Blyden, Jr., leaps with Akron’s Sharron Young to secure a rebound in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo’s Sean Craig outstretches for the rebound against Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo’s Mynor Strong can’t block Akron’s Shammah Scott’s layup in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Akron Bowen Hardman leaps for the jumpshot over Toledo in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. Toledo’s Leroy Blyden, Jr., controls a rebound against Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/14/photo-gallery-ut-women-vs-miami-mac-finals/stories/20260314106 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/14/photo-gallery-ut-women-vs-miami-mac-finals/stories/20260314106#comments Sat, 14 Mar 2026 19:59:16 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/14/photo-gallery-ut-women-vs-miami-mac-finals/stories/20260314106 The UT women’s basketball team fell to the Miami (Ohio) RedHawks 68-58 at Rocket Arena in the MAC finals. Click the image above to view the full gallery. Toledo’s Camryn VandenBosch chases a loose ball against Miami of Ohio in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament at Rocket Arena. Toledo players huddle to hype each other up before playing Miami of Ohio in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament at Rocket Arena. Toledo’s Kendall Carruther slides on defense against Miami of Ohio in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament. Toledo’s Patricia Anumgba is consoled by coach Ginny Boggess as their comeback falls short against Miami of Ohio in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament at Rocket Arena in Cleveland. Toledo’s defense watches Miami of Ohio’s Clara Gonzalez Planella hit the floater in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament. Miami of Ohio’s Amber Tretter celebrates hitting the basket and drawing the foul, to the dismay of Toledo’s Miriam Diala, in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament. Toledo’s Patricia Anumgba focuses on her shot despite losing her balance against Miami of Ohio in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament at Rocket Arena in Cleveland. Toledo’s Even Carrier fights for possession against Miami of Ohio in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament at Rocket Arena. Toledo’s Patricia Anumgba gains control of a steal against Miami of Ohio in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament. Toledo’s Kendall Carruthers crouch dribbles against Miami of Ohio in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament. Toledo’s Miriam Diala gathers a rebound against Miami of Ohio in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament. Toledo’s Ella Weaver loses the ball against Miami of Ohio. Toledo coach Ginny Boggess and player Patricia Anumgba congratulate teammates as they mount a comeback against Miami of Ohio in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament. Toledo coach Ginny Boggess watches Patricia Anumgba attempt a late three, which rattled around and out, against Miami of Ohio in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament. Toledo’s Camryn VandenBosch drives hard against Miami of Ohio in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament. Toledo coach Ginny Boggess watches another three fall for Miami of Ohio, as they jumped out to a 16-0 lead, in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament at Rocket Arena in Cleveland. Toledo’s Patricia Anumgba leans in for a layup against Miami of Ohio in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament. Toledo’s Patricia Anumgba is consoled by coach Ginny Boggess as their comeback falls short against Miami of Ohio in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament. Toledo’s Kendall Carruthers looks to pass out of trouble against Miami of Ohio in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament. Toledo cheerleaders fire up the crowd against Miami of Ohio. Toledo’s Miriam Diala scoops up a post shot against Miami of Ohio. Toledo’s Eve Carrier blocks the shot against Miami of Ohio in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament. Toledo’s Ella Weaver lowers her shoulder against Miami of Ohio in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament. Toledo players encourage Patricia Anumgba after hitting a layup and drawing the foul against Miami of Ohio in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament. Toledo and Miami of Ohio clash for a rebound in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament. Toledo’s Kendall Carruthers shoots the layup over the defense of Miami of Ohio in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament. Toledo’s Ella Weanver rises for the jumper against Miami of Ohio. Toledo’s Kendall Carrutehrs shoots the floater against Miami of Ohio in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament. Toledo’s Kendall Carruthers leans to get the reverse angle against Miami of Ohio in the women’s college basketball finals of the MAC tournament. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/14/toledo-mens-basketball-loses-mac-title-game-buzzer/stories/20260314112 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/14/toledo-mens-basketball-loses-mac-title-game-buzzer/stories/20260314112#comments Sun, 15 Mar 2026 02:14:33 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/14/toledo-mens-basketball-loses-mac-title-game-buzzer/stories/20260314112 CLEVELAND — Shocking, heartbreaking, the perfect encapsulation of MACtion. Toledo’s Sonny Wilson hangs his head after losing to Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament at Rocket Arena on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in Cleveland. Toledo’s Leroy Blyden, Jr., contorts for a layup against Akron in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament at Rocket Arena on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in Cleveland. Akron’s Amani Lyles floats past Toledo’s Austin Parks to hit the layup in the men’s college basketball finals of the MAC Tournament at Rocket Arena on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in Cleveland. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/14/briggs-short-handed-toledo-women-made-our-community-proud-very-end/stories/20260314111 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/14/briggs-short-handed-toledo-women-made-our-community-proud-very-end/stories/20260314111#comments Sat, 14 Mar 2026 22:02:41 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/03/14/briggs-short-handed-toledo-women-made-our-community-proud-very-end/stories/20260314111 CLEVELAND — The season ended with tears, but also cheers, a poignant final picture worth more than the thousand words on this page. Toledo’s Patricia Anumgba is consoled by coach Ginny Boggess as the Rockets' comeback falls short against Miami (Ohio) in the championship game of the Mid-American Conference women's basketball tournament Saturday in Cleveland.