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Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter

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Outfielder Kai Luschar (22) celebrates after stealing second base. The University of Oregon Ducks defeated the Loyola Chicago Ramblers 9-1 on March 2, 2025, at Jane Sanders Stadium. The Ducks Will next play the Flordia State Seminoles on March 8. (Miles Cull/Emerald)

No.8 Oregon softball dominates Washington in 9-0 series-opening win

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
March 14, 2025
Emma Cox (21) cheers with her team in the Oregon Dugout. The Oregon Ducks softball team faces off against the Florida State Seminoles in the Jane Saunders Classic at Jane Saunders Stadium in Eugene, Ore, on Mar. 9, 2025. (Molly McPherson/Emerald)

Krasnowski: Assessing Oregon softball’s hot start

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
March 10, 2025
The University of Oregon Ducks defeated the Loyola Chicago Ramblers 9-1 on March 2, 2025, at Jane Sanders Stadium. The Ducks Will next play the Flordia State Seminoles on March 8. (Miles Cull/Emerald)

Lyndsey Grein deals again in No.12 Oregon’s 3-1 win over Abilene Christian

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
March 9, 2025
Emma Cox (21) cheers with her team in the Oregon Dugout. The Oregon Ducks softball team faces off against the Florida State Seminoles in the Jane Saunders Classic at Jane Saunders Stadium in Eugene, Ore, on Mar. 9, 2025. (Molly McPherson/Emerald)

Resurgent No.12 Oregon blanks No.8 Florida State 1-0

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
March 9, 2025
Oregon outfielder Kedre Luschar (1) catches a deep hit to the left field. The University of Oregon Ducks defeated the Loyola Chicago Ramblers 9-1 on March 2, 2025, at Jane Sanders Stadium. The Ducks Will next play the Flordia State Seminoles on March 8. (Miles Cull/Emerald)

No. 12 Oregon softball has winning streak snapped in 5-2 loss to Oregon State

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
March 8, 2025
Oregon pitcher Lyndsey Grein (33) warms up in the bull pen. The University of Oregon Ducks defeated the Loyola Chicago Ramblers 9-1 on March 2, 2025, at Jane Sanders Stadium. The Ducks Will next play the Flordia State Seminoles on March 8. (Miles Cull/Emerald)

Lyndsey Grein deals in No.12 Oregon softball’s 2-0 win over No. 8 Florida State

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
March 8, 2025
The Oregon Ducks host the Indiana Hoosiers at Matthew Knight Arena and improve to 13-1 at home in Eugene, Ore., on Jan. 24, 2025. (Julia Massa/Emerald)

Sloppy start plagues No.8 Oregon in blowout 78-62 Big Ten Tournament loss to No.9 Indiana

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
March 6, 2025
Kai Luschar (22) slides for the third base. The University of Oregon Ducks Women’s Softball team in a home match against Loyola Chicago at Jane Sanders Field in Eugene, Ore., on Mar. 1, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

Oregon softball surges to best start in years

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
March 3, 2025
The University of Oregon Ducks defeated the Loyola Chicago Ramblers on March 2, 2025, at Jane Sanders Stadium (Miles Cull/Emerald)

No.14 Oregon softball bounces back from slow start to thrash Loyola Chicago 9-1

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
March 2, 2025
Oregon players spin and jump in the outfield. The Oregon women's softball team took a 5-2 win as they faced off against the University of California, Berkeley's Golden Bears at Jane Saunders Stadium on March 9, 2024. (Alex Hernandez/Emerald)

No. 14 Oregon softball breezes past San Diego 6-0

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
March 1, 2025
Oregon's Hanna Delgado (24) slides into home plate as UC Berkeley's Randi Roelling (12) looks to tag her. The Oregon women's softball team took a 5-2 win as they faced off against the University of California, Berkeley's Golden Bears at Jane Saunders Stadium on March 9, 2024. (Alex Hernandez/Emerald)

No.14 Oregon softball crushes Portland State 9-1 to close doubleheader

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
March 1, 2025
Regan Legg (17) slides into home plate. The Oregon Softball team defeats California 4-3 in their second game against them in a doubleheader on March 8, 2024, in Eugene, Ore., at Jane Sanders Stadium. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

No.14 Oregon softball grabs 9-5 comeback win over San Diego

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
February 28, 2025
Ari Long (14) and Deja Kelly (25) celebrate. Oregon Women’s Basketball takes on Rutgers in Eugene, Ore. on Feb. 23, 2025.

Oregon women’s basketball NCAA Tournament resume review

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
February 25, 2025
Kai Luschar (22) gets hyped up after getting a Cal runner out at home preventing Cal from scoring. The Oregon Softball team defeats California 4-3 in their second game against them in a doubleheader on March 8, 2024, in Eugene, Ore., at Jane Sanders Stadium. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

No.19 Oregon softball beats No.22 Missouri 11-3 to cap off undefeated weekend

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
February 22, 2025
Jackson Shelstad (3) celebrates after making a consecutive 3-pointer in their game against Rutgers Feb. 16, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (Jordan Martin/Emerald)

Late heroics push Oregon men’s basketball over No. 11 Wisconsin 77-73

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
February 22, 2025
The Huskies start the top of the fifth inning. The University of Oregon Softball team defeated University of Washington 6-4 in a Pac-12 series at Jane Sanders Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on April 7, 2024. (Kemper Flood/Emerald)

Lyndsey Grein leads No. 19 Oregon softball in 2-0 win over Utah

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
February 21, 2025
Oregon players celebrate the victory after Katie Flannery (6) hits a single to walk off the game. The Oregon Softball team secures the win 11-3 over Oregon State in game 1 of their Rivalry Series, hosted at Jane Sanders Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on April 19, 2024. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

No. 19 Oregon softball secures signature win with 1-0 walk-off over No.6 Tennessee

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
February 20, 2025
Elisa Mevius (8) points directions at her team mid court. The University of Oregon Ducks Women’s Basketball team lose to the UCLA Bruins (62-52) in a home match at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 9, 2025. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

Oregon women’s basketball blows 14-point lead in 94-90 overtime loss to Nebraska

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
February 19, 2025
Morgan Scott (23) prepares to deliver a pitch. The Oregon Softball team secures the win 11-3 over Oregon State in game 1 of their Rivalry Series, hosted at Jane Sanders Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on April 19, 2024. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

Oregon softball closes weekend with 4-1 win over Belmont

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
February 16, 2025
The Ducks come in and high five each other after successful plays in the fourth inning. The University of Oregon Softball team defeated University of Washington 6-4 in a Pac-12 series at Jane Sanders Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on April 7, 2024. (Kemper Flood/Emerald)

Ducks dominate rainy 9-1 win over Weber State.

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
February 14, 2025
The Oregon Softball team prepares for their match. The Oregon Softball team secures the win 11-3 over Oregon State in game 1 of their Rivalry Series, hosted at Jane Sanders Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on April 19, 2024. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

Resurgent Oregon softball powers past North Dakota 9-0

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
February 14, 2025
The University of Oregon Ducks played the Baylor Bears Sunday night. Oregon guard Deja Kelly (25) prepares her shot at the free throw line. Oregon defeated Baylor 76-74.

Late heroics fuel Oregon women’s basketball’s 68-67 win over Washington

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
February 13, 2025
The Oregon Men's Tennis team faced off against the University of Nevada, Reno, on Feb. 10, 2024. (Alex Hernandez/Emerald)

Oregon men’s tennis sweeps UTSA 4-0

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
February 9, 2025
Alyssa Daniell (10) and Katie Flannery (6) celebrate after Daniell hit a double to left-center to scare three for the Ducks. The University of Oregon Softball team defeated University of Washington 6-4 in a Pac-12 series at Jane Sanders Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on April 7, 2024. (Kemper Flood/Emerald)

Complete effort from Oregon softball pushes Ducks past Southern Utah 16-2

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
February 8, 2025
Bri Carrasquillo (11) and Avery Young (15), both attackers for the Ducks lacrosse team, embrace after a second half goal. The Oregon Ducks take on the Butler Bulldogs in their home opener at Pape Field in Eugene, Ore. on Feb. 7, 2025. (Julia Massa/Emerald)

Oregon lacrosse breezes past Butler 18-6 in season-opening win

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writing
February 7, 2025
Kai Luschar (22) celebrates as Oregon gets an out. The Oregon Softball team secures the win 11-3 over Oregon State in game 1 of their Rivalry Series, hosted at Jane Sanders Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on April 19, 2024. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

Emma Cox propels Oregon softball to 18-6 win over Southern Utah.

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
February 7, 2025
KK Humphreys (13) and Kedre Luschar (1) celebrate the end of the first inning by sharing a high five.The Oregon Softball team secures the win 11-3 over Oregon State in game 1 of their Rivalry Series, hosted at Jane Sanders Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on April 19, 2024. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

Kedre Luschar, Oregon softball, roll past Buffalo for 15-1 run-rule win

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
February 7, 2025
Oregon forward Brandon Angel (21) hangs off the net. The University of Nebraska–Lincoln Cornhuskers defeated the University of Oregon Ducks 77-71. Now 16-6 in the season, the Ducks will go on to face Michigan Wolverines on February, 5. (Miles Cull/Emerald)

Oregon loses fourth-straight 80-76 at Michigan

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
February 5, 2025
Oregon Women's Tennis went against Long Beach State at the Student Tennis Center in Eugene, Ore. on Jan 26, 2025.

Oregon women’s tennis’ comeback falls short in 4-3 loss to No. 23 Texas Tech

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
February 2, 2025
The Oregon Ducks host the Indiana Hoosiers at Matthew Knight Arena and improve to 13-1 at home in Eugene, Ore., on Jan. 24, 2025. (Julia Massa/Emerald)

Oregon women’s basketball struggles at everything in 80-48 blowout loss to Michigan

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
February 2, 2025
Sarah Rambus (23) and Deja Kelly (25) celebrate while helping up teammate Elisa Mevius (8). The Oregon Ducks women's basketball team takes on the Auburn Tigers on Nov. 20, 2024, at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. (Jordan Martin/Emerald)

Oregon women’s basketball secures biggest win of the season in 63-56 upset win over No. 16 Michigan State

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
January 30, 2025
Amina Muhammad (5) lined up for a free throw. The University of Oregon Ducks Women's Basketball team defeated the University of Nevada Wolf Pack 76-58 in a home game at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 6, 2024. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald)

Athlete of the Week: Amina Muhammad

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
January 27, 2025
The Oregon Ducks host the Indiana Hoosiers at Matthew Knight Arena and improve to 13-1 at home in Eugene, Ore., on Jan. 24, 2025. (Julia Massa/Emerald)

Late steals propel Oregon past Indiana 54-47

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
January 24, 2025

Peyton Scott shines for Oregon women’s basketball in 69-53 win over Purdue

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
January 15, 2025
Ohio State Head Coach Ryan Day holds the Leishman Trophy proudly after winning the Rose Bowl. The University of Oregon Ducks Football team played the Ohio State University Buckeyes in the Rose Bowl at Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif., on Jan. 1, 2025, where they lost 41-21. (Max Unkrich/Emerald)

No. 1 Oregon’s quest for perfection ends with 41-21 blowout loss to No. 8 Ohio State

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
January 1, 2025
Payton Scott (10) takes a wide open three. The University of Oregon Ducks Women's Basketball team lose to the University of Southern California Trojans (53-66) in a home match at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Dec. 7, 2024. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

Oregon women’s basketball goes cold down the stretch in 64-59 loss to Illinois

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
December 28, 2024
Payton Scott (10) takes a wide open three. The University of Oregon Ducks Women's Basketball team lose to the University of Southern California Trojans (53-66) in a home match at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Dec. 7, 2024. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

Oregon women’s basketball has little trouble defeating UC Irvine 71-43

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
December 19, 2024
The Oregon Ducks defeated the High Point University Panthers in three sets in the first round of the NCAA Division I volleyball tournament at Matthew Knight Arena on Dec. 5, 2024. (Alex Hernandez/Emerald)

No. 4 Oregon volleyball pushes juggernaut No.1 Pitt to the brink in 3-2 season-ending loss

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
December 12, 2024
Kamar Mothudi finishes praying before the game begins. The number 3 ranked Oregon Ducks football team takes on the number 2 ranked Ohio State University Buckeyes on Oct. 12, 2024, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. (Molly McPherson/Emerald)

An undefeated imperfection

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
December 5, 2024
The Oregon women's volleyball family gathers midcourt after recognizing its seniors. The University of Oregon women's volleyball team defeat the Northwestern University Wildcats (3-1) in a home match at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 15, 2024. (Julia Massa/Emerald).

Oregon volleyball selected as No. 4 seed in NCAA Tournament

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
December 1, 2024
TJ Bamba, a guard for the Oregon Ducks Men's Basketball, crossing up a guard from UC Riverside, just before passing the ball to a teamate to make a shot. (Saj Sundaram/Emerald)

Oregon men’s basketball surges past San Diego State 78-68

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
November 27, 2024
The Duck riding on the back of the motorcycle leading out the team before the Michigan State game. University of Oregon takes on Michigan State University at Autzen Stadium, Eugene, October 4th 2024. (Eddie Bruning/Emerald)

Matt Hogan’s Iconic Ride

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
November 27, 2024
Starting guard, Deja Kelly (25), poses at the end of the Oregon Ducks line up prior to tip off. The number 25 ranked Oregon Ducks host the North Texas Mean Green at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 12, 2024. (Julia Massa/Emerald)

Finding home: Deja Kelly’s blockbuster transfer sparks hope

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
November 25, 2024

Krasnowski: What’s going on with Oregon men’s basketball?

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
November 22, 2024
Bryce Boettcher (28) celebrates a big forced turnover against the Bruins. The Oregon Ducks take on the UCLA Bruins in its first Big Ten Conference game in the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA on Sept. 28, 2024. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

Bryce Boettcher’s NFL Draft chances

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
November 21, 2024
Sarah Rambus (23) and Deja Kelly (25) celebrate while helping up teammate Elisa Mevius (8). The Oregon Ducks women's basketball team takes on the Auburn Tigers on Nov. 20, 2024, at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore. (Jordan Martin/Emerald)

No.23 Oregon women’s basketball tops Auburn in 70-68 sluggish game

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
November 20, 2024
Atticus Sappington, kicker for the Ducks, kicking a field goal. The Oregon Ducks played against the Maryland Terrapins at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Saj Sundaram/Emerald)

Late interception pushes Oregon ahead of Wisconsin in near-upset 16-13 win

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
November 16, 2024
Dillon Gaberiel talking to a reporter from the B1G Ten Network after the game. The Oregon Ducks played against the Maryland Terrapins at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Saj Sundaram/Emerald)

Week 11 Big Ten Recap

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
November 14, 2024
Evan Stewart celebrating with teammates after a succesful touchdown. The Oregon Ducks played against the Maryland Terrapins at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. on Nov. 9. (Saj Sundaram/Emerald)

Krasnowski: Grading Oregon’s 2024 transfer portal additions

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
November 14, 2024

No. 25 Oregon women’s basketball struggles offensively in 66-35 win over North Texas

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
November 12, 2024
Katie Fiso (2) traveling to the opposing basket midcourt. The University of Oregon Ducks Women's Basketball team defeated the University of Nevada Wolf Pack 76-58 in a home game at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 6, 2024. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald).

Oregon gives young season signature win with 76-74 upset of No. 12 Baylor

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
November 11, 2024
Head Coach Dana Altman yells at the Ducks bench after a bad play. The University of Oregon Ducks Men’s Basketball team defeated the Tennessee State Tigers 92-67 at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 17, 2023. (Kemper Flood/ Emerald)

Oregon men’s basketball shows off full-court press, outworks Montana in win

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
November 9, 2024
Dave Iuli has missed every game so far, but nears his return to the field for the Oregon Ducks. The number 1 ranked Oregon Ducks takes on the Michigan Wolverines on Nov. 2, 2024, at the iconic 'Big House" in Ann Arbor, Mich. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

Krasnowski: Ranking Oregon’s Generation O Uniforms

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
November 7, 2024
Amelia Raidaveta (13), Sarah Rambus (23), and Nani Falatea (4) wait at the free throw line. The University of Oregon Ducks Women's Basketball team defeated the University of Nevada Wolf Pack 76-58 in a home game at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 6, 2024. (Rowan Campbell/Emerald)

Oregon women’s basketball shows depth in win over Nevada

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
November 7, 2024
Coach Graves calls a play to try and keep control of the game. The Oregon Women's Basketball team host #4 Stanford at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on March 2, 2024. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

Oregon women’s basketball rolls over Cal Baptist 93-63 on opening night

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
November 4, 2024
Oregon players run off the field at halftime during the game on Oct. 26, 2024. The No. 1 Oregon Ducks beat the No. 20 Illinois Fighting Illini 38-9. (Alex Hernandez/Emerald)

What’s the recipe for Dan Lanning’s depth?

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
October 31, 2024
Nikko Reed (9) and Tysheem Johnson (0) take down a UCLA receiver to stop the first down attempt. The Oregon Ducks take on the UCLA Bruins in its first Big Ten Conference game in the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA on Sept. 28, 2024. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

Oregon shuts out Purdue and believes it still can be better

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
October 24, 2024
Oregon QB Bo Nix (10) hands off the ball to RB Bucky Irving (0) for a first down. The University of Oregon Ducks Football team defeated Oregon State University 31-7 in a home match at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 24, 2023. (Eric Becker/Emerald)

Pro Ducks — Rookie Spotlight

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
October 17, 2024
Dillon Gabriel (8) celebrates with his offense after he runs in for a touchdown. The number 3 ranked Oregon Ducks football team takes on the number 2 ranked Ohio State University Buckeyes on Oct. 12, 2024, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. (Molly McPherson/Emerald)

No.3 Oregon tops No.2 Ohio State 32-31 in instant classic

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
October 13, 2024
Best versus the best: Oregon vs. Ohio State Preview

Best versus the best: Oregon vs. Ohio State Preview

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
October 10, 2024
Evan Stewart and the Oregon Ducks walk into the iconic Rose Bowl Stadium as they prepare for their first BIG 10 conference matchup. The Oregon Ducks take on the UCLA Bruins in its first Big Ten Conference game in the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA on Sept. 28, 2024. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

A once in a lifetime experience in my backyard — My experience covering UCLA vs Oregon

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
October 3, 2024
Bryce Boettcher (28) celebrates a big forced turnover against the Bruins. The Oregon Ducks take on the UCLA Bruins in its first Big Ten Conference game in the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA on Sept. 28, 2024. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

Ducks’ defense bites back in No. 8 Oregon’s 34-13 win over UCLA

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
September 29, 2024
A revamped look of the Oregon Duck's offensive line takes the field as they look to protect their quarterback better than the previous two games. The Oregon Ducks travel up to Corvallis to face their in-state rival the Oregon State Beavers on September 14th, 2024. (Jonathan Suni/ Emerald)

Improvement ahead for Ducks’ offensive line?

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
September 26, 2024
Dillon Gabriel (8) celebrates a massive 54-yard rushing touchdown that electrifies his team along with the Duck fans who are scattered around Reser Stadium. The Oregon Ducks travel up to Corvallis to face their in-state rival the Oregon State Beavers on September 14th, 2024. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

BIG foes ahead

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
September 19, 2024
Patrick Herbert (88) runs in a 2 point conversion. The University of Oregon Ducks Football team were defeated by the University of Washington Huskies in an away match at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington, on October 14, 2023. (Eric Becker/Emerald)

Long live the vet

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
September 5, 2024
Tight end Terrance Ferguson (3) runs down the field while being tackled from behind. The Oregon Ducks football team takes on the Idaho Vandals on Aug. 31, 2024 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. (Spencer So/Emerald)

No. 3 Oregon struggles to meet eye test in 24-14 win over Idaho

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
August 31, 2024
Josh Conerly Jr. (76) gets ready before the snap. The University of Oregon Ducks football team defeated the Stanford University Cardinals in an away match at Stanford Stadium in Stanford, Calif., on Sept. 30, 2023. (Eric Becker/Emerald)

Oregon’s offensive line has personality — and is one of the best in the country

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
August 29, 2024
The Oregon Duck riding a motorcycle pre-game. The University of Oregon Ducks Football team played the University of Southern California in a home match at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Nov. 11, 2023. (Spencer So/Emerald)

Autzen’s Aura

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
August 29, 2024
Head coach Dan Lanning celebrates with his team after winning the Holiday Bowl. The Oregon Ducks face the North Carolina Tar Heels in the annual Holiday Bowl at Petco Park in San Diego, CA, on December 28th, 2022. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

The fish are getting bigger for Dan Lanning and Oregon

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
August 22, 2024
For the first time ever, fans stripe out Autzen Stadium. The University of Oregon Ducks Football team defeat the University of Colorado Buffaloes 42-6 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon, on September 23, 2023. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

Everything else is new; The message is the same

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Reporter
August 19, 2024
Natasha George (21) spikes the ball over the net as the Ducks complete a sweep with a 21-19, 21-10 win at the No. 4 pairs. This was George's 20th career win, puting her at top 10 Oregon wins of all time. The Oregon Beach Volleyball Team defeat Bushnell 5-0 on Senior Day on April 9, 2024 at Amazon Park in Eugene, Ore. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

Eugene native Gwen Fife to join Oregon beach volleyball team

Joe Krasnowski, Sports Writer
August 9, 2024
Jenae Sperling (19) takes off with the ball as Samantha Spieler (11) and Holly Schweitzer (19) run after her. The Oregon Women’s Lacrosse team walks away with a win over Merrimack College 18-3 in their first game back from being on the road at Papė Field in Eugene, Ore., on March 6, 2024. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

Oregon lacrosse blown-out 20-8 by Colorado in regular-season finale

Joe Krasnowski
April 26, 2024
Tez Johnson (15) celebrates with Oregon offensive lineman Marcus Harper II (55) after a big offensive drive. The Oregon Ducks battle in a close fight to ultimately beat the Texas Tech Red Raiders in their home opener at Jones AT&T Stadium in Lubbock, Texas, on Sept. 9, 2023. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

Marcus Harper II’s unconventional path to football

Joe Krasnowski
April 25, 2024
Kristiana Strtak (17) and Jadyn Laing (22) bump sticks with seconds remaining in the game. The Oregon Women’s Lacrosse team walks away with a win over Merrimack College 18-3 in their first game back from being on the road at Papė Field in Eugene, Ore., on March 6, 2024. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

Oregon lacrosse stays alive, beats Arizona State 20-12 on Senior Day

Joe Krasnowski
April 20, 2024
Riley Taylor (27) looking to pass the ball. The Oregon Women’s Lacrosse team walks away with a win over Merrimack College 18-3 in their first game back from being on the road at Papė Field in Eugene, Ore., on March 6, 2024. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

Oregon lacrosse’s postseason chances suffer hit in 13-12 upset loss to San Diego State

Joe Krasnowski
April 13, 2024
Head Coach, Jessica Drummond holds a discussion during a timeout. The Oregon Women’s Lacrosse team walks away with a win over Merrimack College 18-3 in their first game back from being on the road at Papė Field in Eugene, Ore., on March 6, 2024. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

Oregon lacrosse drops high-scoring affair to No. 21 USC 19-8

Joe Krasnowski
April 6, 2024
Oregon Ducks prepare for the NFL Draft at their Pro Day 2024. (Kai Kanzer/Emerald)

Oregon’s former stars show out on Pro Day

Joe Krasnowski
April 3, 2024
Jadyn Laing (22) cradling the ball. The Oregon Women’s Lacrosse team walks away with a win over Merrimack College 18-3 in their first game back from being on the road at Papė Field in Eugene, Ore., on March 6, 2024. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

Oregon lacrosse dismantles UC Davis 17-7 to earn first win of Pac-12 play

Joe Krasnowski
March 30, 2024
Hanna Delgado (24) looks back into the Oregon dugout. The Oregon Softball team defeats California 4-3 in their second game against them in a doubleheader on March 8, 2024, in Eugene, Ore., at Jane Sanders Stadium. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

No. 23 Oregon softball drops series opener to No. 14 UCLA 5-3

Joe Krasnowski
March 28, 2024
Oregon players spin and jump in the outfield. The Oregon women's softball team took a 5-2 win as they faced off against the University of California, Berkeley's Golden Bears at Jane Saunders Stadium on March 9, 2024. (Alex Hernandez/Emerald)

No.22 Oregon drowns out raucous crowd in 12-4 victory over Cal State Fullerton

Joe Krasnowski
March 26, 2024
The Oregon Women’s Lacrosse team during the National Anthem. The Oregon Women’s Lacrosse team walks away with a win over Merrimack College 18-3 in their first game back from being on the road at Papė Field in Eugene, Ore., on March 6, 2024. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

Ducks lacrosse blown out by No. 23 Stanford 18-8

Joe Krasnowski
March 23, 2024
Taylour Spencer (19) waiting for the next inning to begin. The Oregon Softball team came out on top in their second game against Maryland 4-2 in the Jane Sanders Classic hosted in Eugene, Ore., on March 2, 2024, at Jane Sanders Stadium. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

Pitching louder than ever, Taylour Spencer breaks out for Oregon

Joe Krasnowski
March 18, 2024
The teams and umpires line up for the national anthem at the beginning of the game. The Oregon women's softball team took a 5-2 win as they faced off against the University of California, Berkeley's Golden Bears at Jane Saunders Stadium on March 9, 2024. (Alex Hernandez/Emerald)

Elise Sokolsky fires complete-game in No. 24 Oregon softball’s 5-1 series-winning victory over Utah.

Joe Krasnowski
March 17, 2024
The Oregon Women’s Lacrosse team during the National Anthem. The Oregon Women’s Lacrosse team walks away with a win over Merrimack College 18-3 in their first game back from being on the road at Papė Field in Eugene, Ore., on March 6, 2024. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

Oregon lacrosse loses 8-7 to Cal in last-second heartbreaker

Joe Krasnowski
March 16, 2024
Ariel Carson (3) takes a swing at the ball. The Oregon women's softball team took a 5-2 win as they faced off against the University of California, Berkeley's Golden Bears at Jane Saunders Stadium on March 9, 2024. (Alex Hernandez/Emerald)

No. 24 Oregon softball blows five-run lead in 10-7 loss to Utah

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March 16, 2024
A player stands near the dugout with her bat. The Oregon women's softball team took a 5-2 win as they faced off against the University of California, Berkeley's Golden Bears at Jane Saunders Stadium on March 9, 2024. (Alex Hernandez/Emerald)

No. 24 Oregon blows out Utah 20-3 in series-opening victory

Joe Krasnowski
March 15, 2024
Riley Taylor (27) looking to pass the ball. The Oregon Women’s Lacrosse team walks away with a win over Merrimack College 18-3 in their first game back from being on the road at Papė Field in Eugene, Ore., on March 6, 2024. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

Riley Taylor, Jersey Shore and the energy behind Oregon lacrosse’s hot start

Joe Krasnowski
March 12, 2024
Priscilla Williams (4) hugs Oregon senior, Bella Hamel (21), during a time out. The Oregon Women's Basketball team host #4 Stanford at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on March 2, 2024. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

Women’s basketball’s newcomers, departures and biggest needs

Joe Krasnowski
March 11, 2024
Haley Cummins (18) and Kelly Corrigan (25) race towards the ball after the face-off. The Oregon Women’s Lacrosse team walks away with a win over Merrimack College 18-3 in their first game back from being on the road at Papė Field in Eugene, Ore., on March 6, 2024. (Alyssa Garcia/Emerald)

Oregon lacrosse smokes Furman 17-8 in final non-conference game

Joe Krasnowski
March 10, 2024
Oregon Guard Jermaine Couisnard #5 listens to Head Coach Dana Altman during a timeout. The University of Oregon Ducks Men's Basketball team was defeated by the University of Colorado Buffaloes 79-75 in a home game at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on March 7, 2024. (Eric Becker/Emerald)

Oregon continues its season long search for answers

Joe Krasnowski
March 8, 2024
Oregon midfield Lexi Jenkins (23) caries the ball down the field against Youngstown State defender Jocelyn Fike (16). The Oregon Women's Lacrosse team won their match 19-8 against Youngstown State University at Pape Field on Feb. 9, 2024. (Alex Hernandez/Emerald)

Anna Simmons nets six as Oregon lacrosse dismantles Merrimack 18-3

Joe Krasnowski
March 6, 2024
Cameron Brink (22) continuously attacks Oregon's bigs like six foot seven Kennedy Basham (1) and six foot eight Philippine Kyei (15) and has no struggles getting to the spots that she wants and succeeds in. The Oregon Women's Basketball team host #4 Stanford at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on March 2, 2024. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald)

Oregon women’s hoops’ season ends with embarrassing 79-30 loss to No. 13 Colorado in Pac-12 tournament

Joe Krasnowski
March 6, 2024
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Amid a breakout season, Phillipina Kyei excels on and off the court

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March 5, 2024
Oregon goalkeeper Thayer Hubbard looks to pass the ball. The Oregon Women's Lacrosse team won their match 19-8 against Youngstown State University at Pape Field on Feb. 9, 2024. (Alex Hernandez/Emerald)

Oregon lacrosse suffers first loss of season 15-7 to No. 22 Rutgers

Joe Krasnowski
March 3, 2024
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Oregon women’s basketball’s season is nobody’s fault, everyone’s reality

Joe Krasnowski
March 3, 2024
Oregon attacker Morgan McCarthy (5) carries the ball down the field while Youngstown State midfield Grace Run (23) defends. The Oregon Women's Lacrosse team won their match 19-8 against Youngstown State University at Pape Field on Feb. 9, 2024. (Alex Hernandez/Emerald)

Oregon lacrosse wins first game of East Coast trip 17-9 against Rider

Joe Krasnowski
March 1, 2024
KK Humphreys takes a swing at a pitch. The Oregon Ducks Softball team faces the Portland State Vikings, on March 11th, 2022, at Jane Sanders Stadium. (Serei Hendrie/Emerald)

Oregon no-hits Mount St. Mary’s in a 17-0 run-rule victory

Joe Krasnowski
February 29, 2024
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Resurgent Ducks topple Beavers one last time in 78-71 thriller

Joe Krasnowski
February 29, 2024
Players run down the field as the team watches from the sidelines. The Oregon Women's Lacrosse team won their match 19-8 against Youngstown State University at Pape Field on Feb. 9, 2024. (Alex Hernandez/Emerald)

Oregon Lacrosse finishes 3-0 homestand with 16-9 victory over Marist

Joe Krasnowski
February 25, 2024
Jackson Shelstad (3) checks the score. The University of Oregon Ducks Men’s Basketball Team played the University of Washington Huskies in a home match at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore., on Feb. 8, 2024. (Spencer So/Emerald)

Krasnowski: Oregon’s NCAA tournament hopes live — and die — with Jackson Shelstad

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