Drake University Athleticshttps://godrakebulldogs.com/rss.aspx?path=generalLatest news items for Drake University Athleticsen-us60Drake Athletics Mourns the Death of Notable Alumnus Ron Shivershttps://godrakebulldogs.com/news/2026/8/19/drake-athletics-mourns-the-death-of-notable-alumnus-ron-shivers.aspxhttps://godrakebulldogs.com/news/2026/8/19/drake-athletics-mourns-the-death-of-notable-alumnus-ron-shivers.aspxDrake Athletics

DES MOINES, Iowa – Drake University Athletics mourns the passing of Ron Shivers, a prominent Drake alumnus, longtime supporter, and generous benefactor whose impact on Drake University and Drake Athletics will be felt for generations.]]>Shivers night exteriorWed, 19 Aug 2026 16:12:00 CST323758Arch Madness Expands as MVC Announces Women's Tournament Moving to St. Louishttps://godrakebulldogs.com/news/2026/6/22/drake-athletics-rch-madness-expands-as-mvc-announces-womens-tournament-moving-to-st-louis.aspxhttps://godrakebulldogs.com/news/2026/6/22/drake-athletics-rch-madness-expands-as-mvc-announces-womens-tournament-moving-to-st-louis.aspxDrake Athletics, Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball

Conference to Bring Men's and Women's Basketball Championships Together Under the Arch Madness Banner Beginning in 2027]]>MVC courtMon, 22 Jun 2026 10:03:00 CST323731Drake Athletics Partners with Corner 3 on Strategic Partnership Initiativeshttps://godrakebulldogs.com/news/2026/4/16/drake-athletics-partners-with-corner-3-on-strategic-partnership-initiatives.aspxhttps://godrakebulldogs.com/news/2026/4/16/drake-athletics-partners-with-corner-3-on-strategic-partnership-initiatives.aspxDrake Athletics

DES MOINES, Iowa - Drake University Athletics today announced a forward-thinking partnership with Corner 3, a Des Moines-based consulting firm specializing in sports marketing, revenue strategy, and event development.]]>Knapp distance exteriorThu, 16 Apr 2026 12:27:00 CST323651Drake Athletics and Community Choice Credit Union Announce First Branded Affinity Cardhttps://godrakebulldogs.com/news/2026/4/13/drake-athletics-and-community-choice-credit-union-announce-first-branded-affinity-card.aspxhttps://godrakebulldogs.com/news/2026/4/13/drake-athletics-and-community-choice-credit-union-announce-first-branded-affinity-card.aspxDrake Athletics

Drake affinity credit card to directly contribute to the Drake Athletics Excellence Fund]]>Knapp ExteriorMon, 13 Apr 2026 14:03:00 CST323643Former Bulldog Tom Youngberg Recognized with 2026 Double D Awardhttps://godrakebulldogs.com/news/2026/4/10/drake-athletics-former-bulldog-tom-youngberg-recognized-with-2026-double-d-award.aspxhttps://godrakebulldogs.com/news/2026/4/10/drake-athletics-former-bulldog-tom-youngberg-recognized-with-2026-double-d-award.aspxFootball, Drake Athletics

Drake football alum honored for athletic career, post-graduation success]]>Drake PlazaFri, 10 Apr 2026 13:37:00 CST323633Hardin Recognized as NACDA Athletics Director of the Yearhttps://godrakebulldogs.com/news/2026/3/16/drake-athletics-hardin-recognized-as-nacda-athletics-director-of-the-year.aspxhttps://godrakebulldogs.com/news/2026/3/16/drake-athletics-hardin-recognized-as-nacda-athletics-director-of-the-year.aspxDrake Athletics

Bulldogs' Director of Athletics recognized among top leaders in collegiate sports]]>Hardin Press Conference 2026Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:52:00 CST323569Drake Athletics Announces Transformational $1 Million Gift from Alumni Bill and Linda Weidmaierhttps://godrakebulldogs.com/news/2026/3/1/drake-athletics-announces-transformational-1-million-gift-from-alumni-bill-and-linda-weidmaier.aspxhttps://godrakebulldogs.com/news/2026/3/1/drake-athletics-announces-transformational-1-million-gift-from-alumni-bill-and-linda-weidmaier.aspxDrake Athletics, Men's Basketball

Bulldogs celebrate philanthropic effort to support men's basketball, enhance Knapp Center]]>The Drake Men’s Basketball team plays against Bradley for Des Moines Hometown Team Weekend on Saturday, January 31st, 2026 at the Knapp Center on the campus of Drake University in Des, Moines, Iowa.Sun, 1 Mar 2026 11:29:00 CST323527Brent and Diane Slay Launch $350,000 Matching Gift Challenge to Support Drake Stadium Campaignhttps://godrakebulldogs.com/news/2026/2/24/drake-athletics-brent-and-diane-slay-launch-350-000-matching-gift-challenge-to-support-drake-stadium-campaign.aspxhttps://godrakebulldogs.com/news/2026/2/24/drake-athletics-brent-and-diane-slay-launch-350-000-matching-gift-challenge-to-support-drake-stadium-campaign.aspxDrake Athletics

Historic athletic venue continues to enhance competition, spectator experiences]]>Drake Stadium aerialTue, 24 Feb 2026 14:39:00 CST323512Drake Athletics Venue, Griff II Included Among Notable Spaces on New MONOPOLY: Des Moines Edition Board Gamehttps://godrakebulldogs.com/news/2025/12/10/drake-athletics-venue-griff-ii-included-among-notable-spaces-on-new-monopoly-des-moines-edition-board-game.aspxhttps://godrakebulldogs.com/news/2025/12/10/drake-athletics-venue-griff-ii-included-among-notable-spaces-on-new-monopoly-des-moines-edition-board-game.aspxDrake Athletics

Drake Stadium, beloved live mascot prominently featured on iconic game board]]>BoldonBellMonopolyWed, 10 Dec 2025 09:21:00 CST323369Drake Athletics Elevates Pair of Administratorshttps://godrakebulldogs.com/news/2025/9/24/drake-athletics-elevates-pair-of-administrators.aspxhttps://godrakebulldogs.com/news/2025/9/24/drake-athletics-elevates-pair-of-administrators.aspxDrake Athletics

Jay Brummel, Alex Crowl promoted within Drake Athletics senior staff]]>Knapp exterior walkwayWed, 24 Sep 2025 12:05:00 CST323181