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fighting for possession â€” Sophomore attacker Kimberly Collins tries to get past a Bucknell University player during AUâ€™s 20-11 victory. Collins gave the team two assists and contributed one goal.

AU lacrosse routs Bucknell; Scores most goals since 2007

By Michael Gardner · Monday, March 28, 2011

The AU women’s lacrosse team (5-4, 2-1) used its offensive firepower to rout Patriot League opponent Bucknell University (2-9, 0-3).

Countdown to Opening Day: Which teams will live up to expectations and which will fall short in 2011

By Tyler Tomea · Monday, March 28, 2011

With the Final Four this weekend, the NBA playoffs approaching and WrestleMania on Sunday, now is a great time to be a sports fan! And what makes it even better is that MLB Opening Day is this Thursday, meaning this is the perfect time to forecast the win totals for a couple of teams (because everyone knows how accurate these predictions always are).

AU wrestling team places fifth at NCAA Championships; Coach wins top award

By Mark Natale · Monday, March 21, 2011

The AU wrestling team placed fifth overall in the NCAA Championships in Philadelphia this year, after former No. 1-seed Steve Fittery fell in the semifinals and No. 3 Ryan Flores lost in the finals to Lehigh University’s Zach Rey.

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Women’s lacrosse falls to Colgate Raiders in close contest

By Samantha Raphelson | March 21

The AU women’s lacrosse team suffered a 15-12 defeat against the Colgate University Raiders on Saturday afternoon in Hamilton, N.Y.

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With newfound defensive prowess Caps’ offense needs to look like old self in upcoming playoffs

By Ben Lasky | March 21

The Capitals, D.C.’s best professional sports team, are back where they should be, atop the NHL’s Southeast Division. However, the team’s strong play of late does not guarantee success in the upcoming playoffs, should they make it, as the team still has a noticeable flaw.

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With fantasy baseball season on the horizon, heed this advice to ensure a successful league

By Tyler Tomea | March 21

As someone who knows way too much about people like Michael Pineda and Mike Minor, I feel I am the perfect person to talk about the upcoming fantasy baseball season.

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Nats’ pitching staff looks weak without healthy Strasburg

By Eric Saltzman | March 21

After looking at the Nationals’ position players last week, we’ll take a look at the ever-evolving pitching rotation this week.

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Women’s basketball knocked out by Navy in Patriot League Tournament final

By Tyler Tomea | March 14

The Navy Midshipmen rallied from a 30-18 halftime deficit to defeat the AU women’s basketball team 47-40 Saturday.

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Newcomers and veterans look to fill void left by Dunn

By Eric Saltzman | March 14

With just over two weeks until the start of the 2011 MLB regular season, let’s take a look at the Washington Nationals’ players who are looking to lead their team to its first winning season since Nationals Park was built in 2005.

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NFL lockout will have major repercussions beyond the gridiron

By Samantha Raphelson | March 14

The NFL has officially locked out the players after failing to negotiate a new collective bargaining agreement after the old one expired last Friday. The NFL Players Association dissolved and is now going the litigation route in order to achieve what they deem is a fair share of the $9 billion in revenue the NFL makes every year.

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Men's basketball advances to Patriot League semifinals with 69-53 win over Colgate

By Michael Gardner | March 3

The Eagles will face Lafayette in the next round.

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Brewer leads AU in double-overtime win over Lafayette

By Eric Saltzman | February 28

The Eagles ended their regular season with a double-overtime 95-92 victory against Lafayette Saturday.

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With trade deadline over, focus shifts to potential NBA playoff matchups

By Tyler Tomea | February 28

There is a player revolt in Detroit, Minn. has Eddy Curry, Darko Milicic and Sebastian Telfair on its roster and Baron Davis has been reunited with a coach he hates. I love the NBA trade deadline!

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UMBC withstands comeback effort, defeat Eagles 13-10

By Mark Natale | February 28

The AU women’s lacrosse team fell to the University of Maryland - Baltimore County Retrievers 13-10 Saturday after failing to recover from a 10-5 deficit early in the second half.

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Women end regular season on high note

By Samantha Raphelson | February 28

The AU women’s basketball team earned a share of the Patriot League regular season championship after an 82-47 victory over the Lafayette Leopards on Saturday afternoon.

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Men's basketball beats Navy, 69-65

By Michael Gardner | February 24

Behind senior Vlad Moldoveanu's 28 and Nick Hendra's 11 points, the men’s basketball team defeated the Navy Midshipmen 69-65 in their last regular season home game.

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Women come back from deficit to take top spot in Patriot League

By Tyler Tomea | February 21

The AU women’s basketball team exploded for 50 second-half points en route to a 73-62 come-from-behind victory over the Holy Cross Crusaders Saturday in Worcester, Mass. Two wins in the team’s final two contests will now clinch the No. 1 seed in the Patriot League Tournament for the Eagles.

TEAM PLAYER â€” Senior guard Nick Hendra dribbles by College of the Holy Cross defenders during AUâ€™s 64-60 win on Sunday. Hendra finished with nine assists and 8 points. AU clinched the number two seed in the upcoming Patriot League Tournament.

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AU clinches No. 2 seed in Patriot League Tournament

By Michael Mcelveen | February 21

AU beat Holy Cross, 64-60 on Feb. 20.

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A warning to the team that dares sign the best player in baseball

By Ben Lasky | February 21

With the Albert Pujols extension deadline passed, almost every team and fan in baseball is hoping to acquire The Machine’s services next offseason. However, Pujols, or anyone his age for that matter, is not worth a 10-year contract.

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Men’s basketball needs better focus to reach NCAA tourney

By Mark Natale | February 21

Hey, look at that. Our team is second in the standings. Yes, AU, our men’s basketball team has now officially locked up the second seed in the Patriot League Tournament for next month.

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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