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U.S. pastime in the British Isles: how to see your team

By Justin Hall | October 11

It's that wonderful time of the year when the leaves are falling, the air becomes crisper and baseball enters its postseason in search of a new World Series champion. Across the United States, millions of people are glued to the television, cheering on their team as it marches toward glory.

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Sailing team takes third at Storm Trysail Intercollegiate Regatta

By Anna Tuman | October 11

The sailing team navigated its way to third place overall in a group of nine J105s this weekend in the Storm Trysail Club Intercollegiate Regatta (STCIR) hosted by the Larchmont Yacht Club. The J105 is a type of racing boat; in this regatta, all of the same types of boats compete against each other, a racing method commonly referred to as "one-design.

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Men's soccer falls short to Penn, 2-1

October 11

Despite scoring the first goal of the game, the men's soccer team lost to Penn Tuesday, 2-1. The Eagles traveled to the home of the Quakers coming straight from a scoreless tie with their last opponent, Lafayette. Midfielder Cameron Petty scored the game's opening goal.

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Soccer goalie Sedlak: life on and off the field

By Rita Gallina | October 11

From age 4, goalkeeper Chris Sedlak has taken part in what he calls the "rich tradition" of soccer and hopes to continue the tradition after graduation in May. For seniors, graduating is a bittersweet moment, but Sedlak knows he is leaving his team in good hands.

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Women's soccer wins first PL game of the season, 1-0

By Justin Hall | October 8

The women's soccer team opened Patriot League play with a victory on Saturday, defeating the Colgate Raiders 1-0 at Reeves Field. The win snaps a three-game losing streak for the Eagles and improves their overall record to 7-5. Both teams came out of the gates flying, with each squad taking plenty of shots on goal without anything to show for their efforts on the scoreboard until almost a half hour into the game.

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Men's soccer scoreless against Lafayette

October 8

The men's soccer team battled into double overtime against the Lafayette Leopards in an aggressive and intense home game Saturday resulting in zeros on both sides of the scoreboard. This 0-0 tie adds to the Eagles' undefeated record in the Patriot League. Despite several attempts to score throughout regular play, both teams were unable to penetrate the defensive line.

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Field hockey defeats Bucknell Bison, 3-0

By Anna Tuman | October 8

The field hockey team won 3-0 against the Bucknell University Bison, bringing AU's overall record to 10-3-0 and its Patriot League record to 2-0. The Eagles dominated the game from the start and applied pressure to their opponents on both sides of the field.

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Volleyball still unbeaten at home

By Rita Gallina | October 8

The women's volleyball team triumphed again this past weekend, defeating the Colgate University Raiders and the Bucknell Bison. Bringing their record to 13-6, the Eagles remain unbeaten on the home floor. Extending its winning streak to nine, the team is now 5-0 in the Patriot League.

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It's anyone's game in the NLCS

By Jared Dashoff | October 4

As the baseball post-season begins, fingers are crossed in Boston, Philadelphia, Anaheim, New York, Colorado and Arizona. In Chicago and Cleveland, however, the anti-jinx procedures are slightly more intense. Fans of the Cubs and Indians are breaking out their lucky rabbit's feet, shiny pennies and other essential good luck charms.

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English 'soccer': Played best by British

By Justin Hall | October 4

While football, or as Americans stubbornly call it, soccer, may be a global game, one needs to experience it in its birthplace of England to truly appreciate it. After seeing an English football match, one will truly realize why in England people refer to it as "the beautiful game.

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Life outside of the net for field hockey's Poorman

By Rita Gallina | October 4

Although she calls herself a normal college student, field hockey goalie Alyssa Poorman is anything but ordinary on and off the field. For the sophomore from Doylestown, Pa., field hockey is certainly not just another sport. Practicing alongside her teammates every morning and training most afternoons, Poorman admits that the schedule is rigorous, but attributes her successes to the sport.

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Men's soccer loses to Columbia, 1-0

By Shaun Flynn | October 4

The men's soccer team could not capitalize on its many shots on goal during its 1-0 loss to the Columbia Lions. The defeat brings the Eagles' record to 5-6-1 for the season. With constant chatter and crisp, quick ball movement, the Eagles took control of the field and dominated the first half.

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Field hockey suffers bittersweet weekend at home

By Shaun Flynn | October 1

AU had a busy weekend of field hockey as the Eagles battled Patriot League rival Colgate Saturday and Big East powerhouse Syracuse University yesterday. The Eagles dominated Colgate, winning 2-1, but lost to the Orangewomen in an intense 3-1 match up. Against Colgate, the Eagles struggled from the onset.

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Women's soccer now 6-5 after loss

By Rita Gallina | October 1

Bringing its record to 6-5, the women's soccer team was defeated Friday by the Long Island University Blackbirds. Losing the game 1-0 on home turf, the team outshot its opponent 20-9 but remained scoreless when it was unable to connect with the net - the second straight game in which this has happened to the Eagles.

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Volleyball still undefeated in PL

October 1

The volleyball team moved its record to 3-0 in the Patriot League when they won 3-2 against Navy Friday night. The Eagles traveled to Annapolis, Md., with determination and intensity, ready to maintain their unblemished league record. Despite struggling at points, AU finished the match, winning three out of the five games.

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Men's soccer defeats Army

By Anna Tuman | October 1

The stands were buzzing on both sides of the field as the men's soccer team took on Army Saturday for the Patriot League opener. The Eagles conquered their opponent's noteworthy defense for a 2-1 win. For much of the early half of the game, both teams were locked in back-and-forth play.

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English pubs: A closer look at how Brits watch their sports

By Justin Hall | September 27

Contrary to what many Americans may think, British pubs and American bars are very different. To the average American, it seems as though pubs and bars have the same function - places people go to drink and then stumble home. However, pubs in London are much more than just a place to go for Friday night's happy hour.

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