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International student-athletes continue to work despite uncertainty due to COVID-19

By Lee Clarke · Saturday, Feb. 15, 2020

Athletes reflect on hurdles that come with travel, restrictions

From underdog to breakout star

By Jon Kolodny · Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020

How Connor Nelson’s physical transformation and work ethic earned him a spot at AU

Strong guard play and gritty defense carry men's basketball win over Army

By Jon Kolodny · Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020

Eagles prepare for new-look Loyola

Sports

Nationally-ranked Kizhan Clarke has eyes set on national championship

By Alec Branch | February 11

Clarke’s victories against Navy and Binghamton hope to set him up for nationals

Basketball

Column: Women’s basketball is struggling right now, but their future looks bright

By Lee Clarke | February 7

The young team had problems finding their rhythm this season

Basketball

Women’s basketball suffers setback in a tough loss to Lafayette

By Spencer Nusbaum | February 3

Eagles offense stalls against the size of Leopards

Basketball

Column: Men’s basketball has its sights on No. 1 but needs some range

By Lee Clarke | February 3

Stuck at the No. 2 spot, AU needs to emphasize the three to take that next step

Sports

Yilret Yiljep provides key spark in final season

By Alec Branch | January 29

Veteran forward continues to shine off the bench in win over Lehigh

Sports

AU men’s basketball pulls away from Lehigh in the 2nd half

By Jon Kolodny | January 29

Eagles prepare for Lafayette

Sports

Everybody loves Rayman, except AU men’s basketball

By Jon Kolodny | January 27

Despite hot start from Gasperini, AU falters against Rayman and Colgate

Sports

Nelson’s late FT’s lift AU over Loyola in thriller

By Jon Kolodny | January 24

Eagles now have an opportunity to move into tie for first place

Basketball

AU dominates late to beat Loyola Maryland

By Spencer Nusbaum | January 24

Eagles overcome early struggles with key buckets from unlikely scoring options

Basketball

Another strong showing from the men’s basketball bench

By Alec Branch | January 22

AU bench combines for 20 in victory over Holy Cross

Sports

Column: Men’s basketball will steal your heart, but break it at the free throw line

By Lee Clarke | January 22

Eagles lead Patriot League in turnover margin, but struggle from the stripe

Sports

Men’s basketball leads Holy Cross start to finish

By Jon Kolodny | January 20

Eagles take care of business, look forward to Loyola

Sports

AU hosts “Rally in the Alley” tailgate

By Spencer Nusbaum | January 20

Students and alumni come out to support community before men’s basketball game

Basketball

Connor Nelson’s buzzer-beater knocks off Bucknell

By Jon Kolodny | January 17

Men’s basketball looks to build upon the 1-point win

Soccer

Women’s soccer announces new head coach

By Spencer Nusbaum | January 15

Marsha Harper to become first African American head coach at AU since 2004

Sports

AU freshman delivers in win over UMBC

By Evan Antonisse | December 13

Ben Lubarsky’s 11 minutes stand out against the Retrievers

Sports

Sa’eed Nelson instrumental in men’s basketball win

By Justin Wise | December 9

The senior point guard sets his career high in single-game steals

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.

Solutions by The State News