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.
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