Athletics
3 OAC championship teams honored
The Muskingum University Athletic Department recently honored three Ohio Athletic Conference Championship teams: 1978 Men’s Golf, 1988 Men’s Basketball, and 1998 Women’s Softball.
The recognition took place on October 20, 2018 at the annual M-Club Breakfast and on the field at halftime of the Muskingum vs. Otterbein football game, as part of the University’s Reunion Weekend @ Homecoming celebration.
The 1978 men's golf team won the OAC Championship and advanced to the NCAA Tournament.
The 1988 men's basketball team locked in a 21-9 overall record and were 12-4 in the OAC. The Muskies captured the OAC Championship in a thrilling 46-45 victory over Ohio Northern and then advanced to the NCAA Tournament.
In 1998, the softball team ended the season 38-14 overall and 14-4 in the OAC. The Muskies notched the OAC Championship by beating Mount Union, 5-2. Muskingum continued its stellar play by finishing fourth in the NCAA Tournament.
Muskingum's annual Athletic Hall of Fame inductions will be held on Saturday, February 9.
