A 5-year look at ODU's offense and defense reveals the two stats that will decide the Monarchs' 2026 season — passing efficiency and havoc rate.

Dom Manilla and Dominik Mueller sit down together for the first time on the Monarchists Podcast: two championship programs, two different philosophies, and one very honest conversation about what it takes to keep winning.

Coming off a program-record defensive season, ODU returns 10 of its top 20 snap-getters. But four newcomers — Kendall “Bucci” Farmer, Ja’Mez Drummer, Montrell Chapman, and Jivan Baly — still have a real shot at breaking into the rotation.

Devin Roche is the only returning starter on ODU's offense — and that means a wide-open door for newcomers. From a JUCO All-American at running back to a top-ranked JUCO tackle who followed his position coach to Norfolk, here are the five offensive newcomers who could make an immediate impact for the Monarchs in 2026.

Before the season officially opens, though, the focus belongs to fall camp and the preparation for a season-opening matchup against Norfolk State

Coach Chris Finwood, Gary and CB break down the offseason — plus superfan Beau Cowen stops by

"ODU alum and Indian River head coach Brandon Carr joins the Monarchists Podcast to talk Fork Union, the ODU comeback at JMU, why he almost joined the FBI, and what 'doing simple great' means for the next generation of 757 linemen."

Get caught up on what our Monarchs are doing on the diamond this summer.

ODU alum Robbie Duncan joins The Monarchists for one of our most entertaining conversations yet.

ODU alum and Presbyterian College running backs coach reflects on his path from student assistant to Division I position coach

For years, a quiet calculation has shaped some of the most competitive youth-sports circles in America. Hold an athletically gifted student back a grade, usually in eighth grade, and that athlete arrives in high school a year older, bigger, and stronger than the classmates they will now compete against for varsity spots and college looks

Tracking summer ball stats can be a headache, but we’ve done the heavy lifting for you. Here is a look at how your Monarchs are performing on the diamond this summer.

In a recent episode of The Monarchists Podcast, hosts Aaron and Mike caught up with one of Old Dominion University’s (ODU) most successful football alumni: Charles Walls, the Vice President of Player Personnel for the Philadelphia Eagles.

As the heat of June settles into Hampton Roads, Old Dominion University football enthusiasts are staring down the summer calendar, counting the days until autumn Saturdays return to S.B. Ballard Stadium. To bridge the gap, hosts Mike and Aaron sat down with ODU Head Football Coach Ricky Rahne on The Monarchists Podcast for an expansive, unfiltered look into the state of the program.