Eric Saltzman

Eagle Staff Writer

Articles by Eric Saltzman

Lacrosse Head Coach Emma Wallace signs extension to remain at AU

May 21, 2013

After being named interim head coach in 2012, Wallace will become the full-time head coach.

Mike Brennan named men’s basketball head coach

April 30, 2013

Former AU and Georgetown assistant coach Mike Brennan was named head coach for the Eagles men’s basketball team.

Parker Executive Search help in hunt for new AU men’s basketball head coach

April 17, 2013

AU has partnered with Parker Executive Search in looking for the next men’s basketball head coach.

Departure of Jones ends historic 13-year career at AU

April 10, 2013

In his career at AU, Jones set several records and led the Eagles to the only two NCAA Tournament apperances in school history.

Women’s basketball falls to Bucknell in Patriot League Tournament quarterfinals

March 11, 2013

Alexis Dobbs could not hit a game tying three with time expiring as the Eagles fell 46-43 to the Bison.

Billy Walker of Air Force Academy named athletic director

March 6, 2013

Former Air Force Academy Deputy Director of Athletics Dr. Billy Walker named AU Director of Athletics and Recreation.

IOC must reinstate wrestling into Olympics

February 27, 2013

Saltzman discusses the International Olympic Committee’s decision to drop wrestling from the Summer Olympic Games.

AU names Billy Walker as new athletic director

Walker previously served as deputy director of athletics for the Air Force Falcons
February 27, 2013

AU President Neil Kerwin announced Feb. 28 the hiring of Dr. William “Billy” Walker as director of athletics and recreation.

Eagles promote Anabel Jimenez to head women’s soccer coach

February 26, 2013

The Eagles have a new womens soccer coach in former Eagle soccer player Anabel Jimenez.

Veterans key to victory on Senior Night as wrestling beats Bucknell

February 20, 2013

It was the senior wrestlers who came up strong in AU’s 21-17 dual meet victory against the Bucknell Bison Feb. 16 in Bender Arena on Senior Night.

“We didn’t get started off well,” AU Head Coach Teague Moore said, “but the good thing was our seniors were the guys who came through.”

The match of the night came at 184 pounds when AU senior Thomas Barreiro squared off against Robert Marchese. After a scoreless first period, Barreiro jumped out to an early 2-0 lead before Marchese came back with two points of his own. The two wrestlers would exchange points in the third tying the match at four.

Ovetime came and went with the score still tied. Following two 30-second…

Seniors come up big for wrestling in final dual meet of the season against Bucknell

February 18, 2013

Blake Herrin, Kevin Tao and Thomas Barreiro recorded wins as AU wrestling secured a 21-17 victory against Bucknell on Senior Night.

Key to Nationals’ spring training is health

February 13, 2013

If [Wilson] Ramos can show he is fully healed from his injury, don’t be surprised if he is the Nationals’ opening day catcher.

Nine Eagle runners finish in top 10 at Patriot Games

January 30, 2013

The Eagles finished with nine runners in the top 10 and broke three school records at the George Mason Patriot Games.

Search for new athletic director continues

January 30, 2013

AU hopes to announce the name of the new athletic director on the third week of February.

Men’s basketball snaps losing streak with 72-49 victory over Navy

January 24, 2013

The Eagles led the entire game, riding a career-high 27 points by John Schoof.

Men’s and women’s swimming face major losses in four straight matches

January 23, 2013

Both the AU men’s and women’s swimming and diving team had a tough outing Jan. 19 at the Jim McKay aquatic center, falling to George Mason and Army.

Search committee formed for new athletic director

December 5, 2012

AU announced the formation of a search committee to look for a new athletic director following the departure of Keith Gill.

Allen reaches NCAA Cross Country Championships

November 14, 2012

Allen is the first man to qualify for nationals for the Eagles since 2007, when Brendan Fennell and Steve Hallinan accomplished the feat.

Top-seeded Eagles look to capture PL Tournament

November 7, 2012

After dropping three straight Patriot League Championship games, the Eagles are poised to capture the elusive top spot.

Men’s soccer defeats Holy Cross to finish PL regular-season play undefeated

November 4, 2012

The top-seeded Eagles will host the Patriot League Tournament starting on Nov. 9.

Athletic director to depart in December

November 2, 2012

Athletic Director Keith Gill will be departing AU to take the same position at University of Richmond, Richmond President Edward Ayers announced Nov 2.

Men and women earn wins over Howard at Bender Splashdown

October 31, 2012

The Eagles broke nine event records on the way to victories over Howard at the Bender Splashdown.

Ballance, Ibrahim shine for swimming and diving in tri-meet

October 18, 2012

The AU swimming and diving team won nine events and broke three meet records in a weekend meet against local rivals George Washington and Catholic.

MLB’s best and worst of 2012

October 10, 2012

With the Major League Baseball regular season over, it’s time to look back at the players who should take home awards for excellent (and horrible) performances during the year.

Enjoy October baseball in D.C.

September 27, 2012

With the first playoff berth in franchise history, the Washington Nationals are set for a high-caliber postseason.

Another lockout looming for NHL

September 13, 2012

Disagreements between players and owners will likely lead to the league’s second lockout in eight years.

SEC set to dominate college football again

August 29, 2012

The Southeastern Conference will likely keep it’s title as top in the nation this year.

Adding QB Griffin signals new era for Redskins

August 22, 2012

If you are a Redskins fan, or just a football fan for that matter, you have a lot to look forward to.

NHL punishment needs consistency

May 1, 2012

Inconsistent punishments have cast a shadow on this years NHL postseason.

What to look out for in the upcoming NFL Draft

April 24, 2012

We are just two days away from the NFL Draft, a time of hope for fans that their team will draft that one player that can change the course of the franchise.

Pujols among top storylines heading into MLB season

April 3, 2012

A rundown of the biggest stories to watch as the baseball season starts.

Making the case against Tim Tebow

March 26, 2012

A 36-year-old coming off multiple neck surgeries doesn’t sound like a starting quarter-back to Eric Saltzman.

Flores, Sanjaa place sixth at NCAA Championships

March 19, 2012

The AU wrestling team placed 19th overall out of 64 teams at the NCAA championships.

No. 1 Flores, No. 13 Mariacher claim EIWA conference crowns

March 6, 2012

Flores and Mariacher became the fourth and fifth wrestlers in program history to win multiple EIWA Championships.

Three Eagles shine at EIWA wrestling championships

March 5, 2012

Ryan Flores and Matt Mariacher took multiple titles, Kevin Tao placed second.

Women’s basketball team makes history

February 28, 2012

With a win against Lafayette College, the Eagles have become the first team in Patriot League history to go 14-0 in conference play.

Olsen runs strong at Patriot League Indoor Track and Field Championships

February 21, 2012

Josh Olsen placed sixth and Mark Allen finished ninth in the 3,000 meter run.

AU men’s basketball falls to Holy Cross 59-52

February 14, 2012

The Eagles (16-9, 7-3 PL) were unable to overcome a halftime deficit in a loss to the Crusaders on Saturday.

No. 1 wrestler Flores has his eyes set on a national championship

February 7, 2012

“Once you meet Ryan and see what he’s all about, it doesn’t take a lot to see this guy wants to be a national champion.” - AU Head Coach Teague Moore

Eagles indoor track and field teams post strong showings at George Mason Patriot Games

January 31, 2012

AU runners account for eight top 10 finishes at event.

Ballance shines at swim quad-meet

January 24, 2012

Bobby Ballance added a silver lining to an 0-6 team showing with two wins.

Eagles remain perfect on the road with triumph over Troy

December 18, 2011

Women’s basketball defeats Troy University 55-45 Dec. 11.

Swimming and diving records weekend victories in meet at Howard

December 6, 2011

AU women’s swimming and diving team came out victorious against Howard University Dec. 3.