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Gameday Central: ODU vs Marshall

Gameday Central: ODU vs Marshall

ODU hosts Marshall for Homecoming on Halloween at 1 p.m. on ESPN+. Here’s everything you need before kickoff...

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Stick and Go: Hidden Yards, Big Impact

Stick and Go: Hidden Yards, Big Impact

In a season of the same storylines, we’re looking at the part of the game that never shows up in total offense. ODU’s opponents have started with better field position in all eight games this year. Here’s where those hidden yards are going, and what it means for Homecoming against Marshall.

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Mike Jones Previews the 2026–27 Season for ODU Hoops

Mike Jones Previews the 2026–27 Season for ODU Hoops

Head Coach Mike Jones joins The Monarchists Basketball Show to talk ODU's new defensive identity, a deep roster, and the November 2 opener against Western Michigan.

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ODU Baseball Fall Ball: Three Games In, Full Roster Inside

ODU Baseball Fall Ball: Three Games In, Full Roster Inside

The Monarchs are three fall ball games in, and the Hudson Homers have thoughts. Gary, CB, Coach Finwood, and Assistant Coach Jonathan Hadra break down the early returns, plus the full 38-player ODU baseball fall roster you won’t find anywhere else.

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Gameday Central: ODU at Louisiana Tech

Gameday Central: ODU at Louisiana Tech

ODU travels to Ruston to face Louisiana Tech Saturday at 5 PM ET on ESPN+. The Monarchs opened as 8.5-point underdogs and have since moved to +12.5, with sunny skies and temps in the low 80s at kickoff. Everything you need before kickoff is right here

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Meet the Monarchs: ODU Men’s Basketball Media Day 2026

Meet the Monarchs: ODU Men’s Basketball Media Day 2026

We sat down with nine Monarchs at ODU men’s basketball media day to talk about the new pack line defense, a roster deep enough that anyone can step up on a given night, and the freshman three different teammates called the newcomer to watch.Β 

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Stick and Go: Half the Equation

Stick and Go: Half the Equation

The Monarchs hit the road to face a defense built on havoc. Here is how ODU can answer, and what to watch in Ruston.

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CFP Expands to 24: What It Means for ODU and the Sun Belt

CFP Expands to 24: What It Means for ODU and the Sun Belt

The College Football Playoff is doubling to 24 teams, but for Old Dominion and the Sun Belt, the road in may be getting narrower. We trace how the sport went from polls and a geologist’s rankings to a 24-team bracket, break down what changes in 2027, and look at why some G6 coaches want a playoff of their own. Plus, Ricky Rahne weighs in on where ODU stands.

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JMU Is Leaving. Now What?

JMU Is Leaving. Now What?

JMU is leaving the Sun Belt for the American Conference, and the exit fee vote that accelerated the Dukes’ departure has left the league at a crossroads. Does it add one school to get back to 14? Go to 16 and reshape the map? Or watch things get smaller before they get bigger? Four Monarchists contributors share their picks for who the Sun Belt should target, and they didn’t compare notes before writing.

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Gameday Central: ODU vs. Georgia Southern

Gameday Central: ODU vs. Georgia Southern

Everything you need for Thursday night’s game; kickoff time, where to watch, Vegas lines, weather, press conference, and links to all the previews.

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Stick and Go: Thursday Night Lights Come Back to Ballard

Stick and Go: Thursday Night Lights Come Back to Ballard

Thursday nights at Ballard have been good to the Monarchs. As Georgia Southern comes to Norfolk, we look at what Coach Seiler’s defense did in Boone, why it was no fluke, and how ODU honors a legend before chasing a third straight Thursday night win.

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Gameday Central: ODU vs. App State

Gameday Central: ODU vs. App State

ODU travels to Boone Saturday at 1 PM on ESPN+. Everything you need before kickoff is right here.

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Stick and Go: ODU Goes Back to Boone

Stick and Go: ODU Goes Back to Boone

The Monarchs are searching for answers, and the problems on offense are more connected than they look. We break down what has to change on the ground and in the pocket before a tough trip to Boone.

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Tuesday Time Waster: Find the Monarchist

Tuesday Time Waster: Find the Monarchist

A fun mind game to burn some time..

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Gameday Central: ODU vs. Georgia State

Gameday Central: ODU vs. Georgia State

ODU travels to Atlanta to face Georgia State Saturday at 3:30 PM on ESPN+. The Monarchs opened as -1.5 point favorites and have since moved to +2.5, rain is likely at kickoff with a 50-70% chance of showers, and there's a watch party at Afterglow Brewing. Everything you need before kickoff is right here.

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Stick and Go: A Primer for ODU's trip to Atlanta

Stick and Go: A Primer for ODU's trip to Atlanta

Using advanced stats for the ODU vs. Georgia State matchup to find areas of opportunity for ODU to get off the snide and leave Atlanta victorious.Β 

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ODU Falls to JMU 46-20: Reaction, Recap & What Comes Next

ODU Falls to JMU 46-20: Reaction, Recap & What Comes Next

Old Dominion is 1-3 after a 46-20 loss to JMU, its fifth straight defeat to the Dukes. Jonathan Plisco and Jarod Brown join Aaron and Mike to break down a frustrating night and, more importantly, where this program goes from here..

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2026 ODU Hall of Fame: Daniel Hudson, Taylor Heinicke, Sarah Breen and Tim Hopkinson

2026 ODU Hall of Fame: Daniel Hudson, Taylor Heinicke, Sarah Breen and Tim Hopkinson

The 2026 ODU Athletics Hall of Fame class, including Daniel Hudson, Taylor Heinicke, Sarah Breen, Tim Hopkinson, and Maggie Simmermacher, spoke with the media ahead of their induction ceremony at Chartway Arena on September 25, 2026. Watch the full media availability here.

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In The Lion’s Den | #15 ODU Soccer Shows Their Resiliency

In The Lion’s Den | #15 ODU Soccer Shows Their Resiliency

Maire and Chapo on the South Carolina battle and W&M comeback, then McVea on player ownership and what's changing the culture inside ODU Soccer.

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Gameday Central: ODU vs JMU

Gameday Central: ODU vs JMU

ODU hosts JMU at Kornblau Field Saturday night at 6 PM on ESPN+ in what is the biggest game of the young Sun Belt season. The Dukes come in at 3-0 and favored by 6, but the weather feels more like football weather, the defense is ready, and The Castle will be rocking. Everything you need before kickoff is right here.

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Stick and Go: Math for Football Nerds Looks at ODU vs. JMU

Stick and Go: Math for Football Nerds Looks at ODU vs. JMU

The vibes aren't great right now. But the advanced stats tell a more interesting story than ODU's 1-2 record does. We break down the Sun Belt's two best defenses, the most explosive offense in the league, and what it's actually going to take for ODU to beat JMU on Saturday.

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How does ODU Respond | ECU Recap and JMU Preview

How does ODU Respond | ECU Recap and JMU Preview

ODU had every opportunity to beat East Carolina and let one get away. The Monarchs fall to 1-2 after a 20-17 loss, and now 3-0 JMU is coming to Norfolk. Aaron, Mike and Justice break down what went wrong and what has to change before conference play kicks off for real."

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Tim House Introduced as ODU's New Director of Athletics

Tim House Introduced as ODU's New Director of Athletics

Tim House was formally introduced as Old Dominion's next Director of Athletics at S.B. Ballard Stadium's Priority Automotive Club today. He officially begins his tenure on January 1, 2027. Watch the media scrum and check out our exclusive photo slideshow from the event.

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Gameday Central: ODU vs. ECU

Gameday Central: ODU vs. ECU

ODU hosts East Carolina Saturday night at Foreman Field with a 6 PM kickoff on ESPN+. The Monarchs come in as 3-point favorites with the total sitting at 49.5, and the forecast is calling for 81 degrees and mostly clear skies. Everything you need before kickoff is right here."

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