EchoingEagle+FollowDayton Flyers pull off wild comeback winDown by 11 with just over six minutes left and missing two key players, the Dayton Flyers refused to quit in Chicago. De’Shayne Montgomery and Javon Bennett took over, combining for 33 of UD’s 39 second-half points. Bennett’s fearless layup over the nation’s top shot-blocker with two seconds left sealed a 70-68 win. Even outmanned and outsized, the Flyers’ grit and heart turned what looked like a sure loss into an epic victory. What’s your take—was this Dayton’s gutsiest win in recent memory? #Sports #DaytonFlyers #CollegeBasketball00Share
EchoingEagle+FollowDayton stuns Loyola Chicago with wild comebackA 15-point deficit didn’t stop the Dayton Flyers from pulling off one of their most thrilling wins this season. With just two seconds left, Javon Bennett nailed the game-winner, capping a relentless rally to edge Loyola Chicago 70-68. Bennett led with 24 points, while De’Shayne Montgomery’s 20 points and seven steals were huge. Dayton’s grit showed as they chipped away at the Ramblers’ lead, turning what looked like a sure loss into a statement victory. How do you think this comeback shapes the Flyers’ momentum for the rest of the season? #Sports #DaytonFlyers #CollegeBasketball00Share
Jenna Gonzales+FollowDayton mourns the loss of Parker BardLosing Parker Bard, just 23 and a recent University of Dayton grad, has left a huge hole in the Dayton Flyers community. He wasn’t just a standout on the baseball field—he was the kind of friend, son, and teammate everyone counted on. Parker had just finished EMT training and was excited to start a new chapter with the fire department. His passion for baseball and mentoring kids made a real impact. For those who knew him, his kindness and energy will be missed every day. How do you think a community can best honor someone like Parker? #Sports #DaytonFlyers #ParkerBard00Share
EchoingEagle+FollowVirginia vs Dayton: Who’s got the edge?Virginia basketball fans, this weekend’s matchup against Dayton in Charlotte is shaping up to be a real test. UVA’s coming off a dominant win at Texas, with Chance Mallory and Thijs De Ridder leading a balanced attack. But Dayton’s no pushover—they’ve beaten Marquette and Georgetown, and De’Shayne Montgomery just dropped 27 points. The big story? Virginia’s rebounding could be the difference, but Dayton’s defense forces turnovers like crazy. Who do you think will control the pace and pull out the win? Let’s hear your predictions and what you’re watching for! #Sports #VirginiaBasketball #DaytonFlyers00Share
