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System to blame for poor men's basketball season

By Tom Schad · Sunday, Feb. 14, 2010

As Brian Gilmore drained a three-pointer late in the first half of last season’s NCAA Tournament game, an upset seemed imminent. The Eagles went into halftime up by double-digits against Villanova, the third-ranked team in the bracket essentially playing a home game at the Wachovia Center.

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Podcast: 'Last Place Finish'

February 14

In the first episode of sports podcast "Last Place Finish," Assistant Sports Editor Sam Lindauer and Sports Editor Andrew Tomlinson discuss Major League Baseball and the Olympics, including Team USA's chances at gold in hockey.

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For the Capitals, it's not about the streak

By Andrew Tomlinson | February 11

All good things must come to an end eventually, and the Washington Capitals franchise record 14-game win streak ended in a 6-5 overtime loss to the Montreal Canadiens last night. The loss may be a tough pill to swallow, seeing as the team was only three wins short of tying the NHL record of 17-straight ...

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With D.C. snowfall sporting opportunities abound

By Mike Defabo | February 10

With record snowfalls this week, typical students might find it easy to bundle up inside comfy dorm rooms with some hot chocolate and a movie. Alaska native and sophomore in the School of International Service Tamara Teller sees it differently. "Ice skating, snow shoeing, snow machining, cross-country ...

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Mets among losers of MLB offseason

By Matt Lafemina | February 3

While Yankees fans celebrated in the streets, some fans began hoping their team’s next season was better than last, while others were left scratching their heads following the moves — or lack of moves — made by management.

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No parity in NBA season

By Elliot Jeffords | February 3

After falling in the playoffs last season, the Cavaliers went out and signed Shaquille O’Neal. The goal of brining him in was to help LeBron win the elusive championship ring. Despite Shaq’s numerous injury problems and lack of playtime, LeBron has the Cavaliers in firm control of the top spot in the Eastern Conference. Not only do the Cavs look to be in control; they just completed the season sweep of the Lakers.

HIGH SCORING — Michelle Kirk drives the lane during AU’s 53-31 win over Lafayette on Saturday. During the game Kirk scored her 1,000th career point, becoming the 12th player in AU history to accomplish the feat. With the win, AU improved to 7-0 in the Patriot League.
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Kirk 12th woman in AU history to score 1,000

By Kate Greubel | January 31

AU basketball player Michelle Kirk surpassed the 1,000-point mark on Saturday, but it was the team’s undefeated record that Kirk raved about after the game. She contributed nine points to the win against the Lafayette Leopards. She said she found inspiration to succeed in her desire for more play time.

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Wrestling pins Binghamton behind Cannon

By Mike Defabo | January 31

AU senior wrestler Mike Cannon, whose major decision at 184 pounds tied him for second place on AU’s all-time wins list, led the Eagles to a 21-16 win over Binghamton University on Thursday, extending their win streak to five in a row. The Eagles won six of their 10 matches and the first five of ...

The UFL and Why it's Good for the Sport

Section 202 hosts Connor Sturniolo and Gabrielle McNamee are joined by fellow Eagle staff member and phenomenal sports photographer, Josh Markowitz. Follow along as they discuss the United Football League and the benefits it provides for the world of professional football.

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