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Looking back: How AU basketball fared against the No. 1 NBA draft pick

By Shannon Scovel · Friday, July 1, 2016

On Thursday, June 23, the Philadelphia 76ers selected former LSU player Ben Simmons as the No.1 overall NBA draft pick, and The Eagle reflects on how AU fared against the superstar on December 22, 2015.

Emilie Ikeda, center, celebrates with her teammates on senior day in fall 2015.

Patriot League honors AU field hockey graduate

By Shannon Scovel · Thursday, June 30, 2016

If asked about her AU field hockey career, Emilie Ikeda will enthusiastically talk about teammates, friends, coaches and the administration.

Brendan Johnson races to a first place finish in the 10,000 meter run at the Patriot League Conference Championships in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania

Catching up with Brendan Johnson

By Shannon Scovel · Tuesday, June 21, 2016

2016 PL Track Scholar-Athlete of the Year talks outdoor track, upcoming goals and team chemistry

An early season injury forced Senior forward Michelle Holmes into the role of a mentor for the younger members of the team

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Michelle Holmes reflects on her final season as an Eagle

By Leo Versel | April 26

The AU women’s basketball forward discusses mentoring her teammates while injured, her inspirations as a player and the legacy she hopes to leave at AU

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Mick Foley addresses national issues of bullying and sexual assault

By Shannon Scovel | April 16

The semi-retired professional wrestler encouraged all students to become allies and raise awareness

AU senior captain David Terao competes against Dylan Peters on Saturday morning in the consolation bracket.

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Seniors fight for glory at NCAA Wrestling Championships

By Haley Samsel | March 20

Three senior AU wrestlers traveled to New York City to compete for a national title at the 2016 NCAA championships led by head coach Teague Moore.

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Terao finishes fourth at NCAA Wrestling Championships

By Shannon Scovel | March 20

Senior captain David Terao and AU head wrestling coach Teague Moore held back tears on Saturday afternoon as the two men reflected on their five-year journey together, which culminated in a fourth place finish and a standing ovation for Terao in Madison Square Garden.

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AU student-athlete Lauren Crisler excelling on and off the court

By Leo Versel | March 7

The women’s basketball junior forward uses her experience and passion to lead AU in Patriot League Tournament

AU freshman Cecily Carl hands the ball off to sophomore Maria Liddane in a game against Loyola (Md.) on Feb. 27

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Patriot League women’s basketball preview

By Vincent Salandro | March 4

The Eagles will take on Boston University in the first round of the Patriot League Tournament

AU junior Jalen Rhea guards Loyola's Andre Walker in the Eagles' victory over the Greyhounds on Feb. 27 in Bender Arena

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Men’s basketball upsets BU in PL quarterfinals, 69-64

By Jennifer Reyes | March 4

The sixth-seeded AU defeated third-seeded BU, move on to face second-seeded Lehigh.

AU junior Lauren Crisler goes up for a layup against Loyola (Md.) on Feb. 27

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Women’s basketball fights back to knock off Navy in finale

By Gabe Bichinho | March 3

Eagles will now face Boston at home on Saturday to kick off the Patriot League Tournament

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Keys for a deep AU tournament run

By Austin Sternlicht | March 1

Tournament Time: The Eagle breaks down AU’s chances at a Patriot League Tournament victory

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Women’s basketball drops to Loyola on Senior Night

By Shannon Scovel | February 28

The Eagles fall 55-50 and record their sixth consecutive loss

Freshman Delante Jones guards a Loyola player during AU's game against the Greyhounds on Saturday afternoon.

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Men’s basketball enter PL tournament as sixth seed after 67-66 win over Navy

By Jennifer Reyes | February 27

When AU and Loyola Maryland last met on Dec. 30, the Eagles were riding a four-game losing streak and held a 2-11 record.

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Takeaways from AU’s comeback win against Navy

By Austin Sternlicht | February 27

The AU men’s basketball team extended its winning streak to three games with a 72-65 victory over Navy on Wednesday night.

AU junior guard Jalen Rhea goes up for a contested layup against Lehigh at Bender Arena on Jan. 9

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Men’s basketball comes back from 14-point deficit to beat Navy 72-65

By Jennifer Reyes | February 25

The Eagles, led by Jesse Reed and Delante Jones, keep .500 season hopes

AU freshman Delonte Jones goes up for a layup against Lehigh at Bender Arena on Jan. 9

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Takeaways from AU’s big win at Holy Cross

By Austin Sternlicht | February 21

The AU men’s basketball team picked up its second straight win against Holy Cross Sunday afternoon, defeating the Crusaders 71-70.

AU senior forward Lauren Crisler drives to the basket in a game against Lafayette Jan. 20

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AU women’s basketball suffer 59-50 defeat against Holy Cross

By Leo Versel | February 21

Despite Lauren Crisler’s second consecutive double-double, the Eagles suffered a loss to the Crusaders Saturday afternoon

AU Freshman Jake Scanlan battles in the heavyweight match against Navy on Jan. 16

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Wrestling loses 18-16 to Ohio in final home match

By Vincent Salandro | February 20

Despite victories for all four seniors, AU proved unable to defeat the Bobcats

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Upperclassmen bail out Eagles from potential disastrous loss

By Austin Sternlicht | February 19

Basketball analyst Austin Sternlicht explains how AU pushed past Lafayette behind the strong play of Charlie Jones

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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