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AU freshman heavyweight Jake Scanlan wrestles against Navy sophomore Nick Mabry in a dual meet on Jan. 16

Wrestling loses tight 24-16 contest to Bucknell

By Vincent Salandro · Sunday, Feb. 14, 2016

Senior Mitchell Wightman earns major decision, but Bucknell seals the win with a major decision in the heavyweight division

Rough Waters

By Cuneyt Dil · Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016

For months, the AU club sailing team has boasted all the bells and whistles one would expect from a sports club: custom sweatshirts, stickers with their logo, and even a flag.

Decades of Davin

By Jess Kowal · Friday, Feb. 12, 2016

Celebrating 20 years of success with AU’s head swimming and diving coach

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Women’s basketball storms past Terriers 79-33 on Play4Kay night

By Shannon Scovel | February 11

Senior Ari Booth scores a career-high 22 points to lead AU to its sixth conference win during the Bender Pink-Out.

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Men’s basketball fizzles against Lehigh, losing 72-49

By Jennifer Reyes | February 8

The Eagles sluggish performances snap their five game win streak.

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Women’s basketball falls to Lehigh 61-52

By Leo Versel | February 7

In a close contest, Lehigh pushes past the Eagles with sharp shooting from beyond the arc

Freshman guard Delante Jones takes on Stony Brook last year. Photo courtesy of AU Athletics.

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Men’s basketball upsets Bucknell, extends win streak to five

By Jennifer Reyes | February 4

After starting the Patriot League 0-6, the Eagles have improved to 5-6

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Breaking down AU’s Turnaround

By Austin Sternlicht | February 3

Basketball analyst Austin Sternlicht explains the factors behind AU’s four-game hot streak

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Women’s basketball falters again, loses early lead against Lafayette

By Gabe Bichinho | January 21

Women's basketball still looking for first conference home win of season

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Wrestling drops last five individual matches, loses 21-16 to Drexel

By Jennifer Reyes | January 17

No. 8 David Terao records fall, senior Tyler Scotton secures a double overtime win

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AU wrestling drops 21-17 to Navy

By Shannon Scovel | January 17

Senior captains John Boyle and David Terao earn major decisions, but two pins in the 184 and 197-pound weight classes cost AU the win.

Emily Kinneston goes up for a layup in Saturday's 52-42 loss to Army

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Women’s Basketball drops another close game in conference play

By Vincent Salandro | January 16

Offensive struggles, late drought plague Eagles in 52-42 loss to Army

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AU swimming struggles to keep up with Georgetown in final home meet

By Haley Samsel | January 16

A combination of nostalgia and frustration filled Reeves Aquatic Center Friday night as the AU swim team honored six departing seniors in the season’s final home meet but ultimately struggled to make a strong showing against visiting Georgetown.

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Takeaways from AU’s loss against Boston

By Austin Sternlicht | January 14

“Just more of the same.” With just five words, head basketball coach Mike Brennan accurately described AU’s 61-50 loss against Boston University last night in Bender Arena.

Andrija Matic goes for a layup in the second half of the game against Boston.

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Men’s Basketball 14th loss of the season highlights continued offensive struggles

By Jennifer Reyes | January 14

The Eagles continue to flounder in the second half, losing 61-50 to BU

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AU swimmer qualifies for 2016 Olympic Games

By Shannon Scovel | January 12

Junior Caylee Watson will swim the 100-meter backstroke for the U.S. Virgin Islands in Rio this summer.

Junior Paris Maragkos shoots a layup against Lehigh in AU's 65-50 loss on Jan. 9

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Takeaway’s from AU’s loss against Lehigh

By Austin Sternlicht | January 10

The Eagles recorded their fourth league loss on Saturday to the Mountain Hawks

Photo Collage Created by Shannon Scovel. Photo Credits left to Right: Elise Moore, Shelby Morgan, Shelby Morgan, Shelby Morgan, Shannon Scovel, Owain James

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The Eagle 2015 Sports Awards

By Jennifer Reyes and Shannon Scovel | January 2

To celebrate the start of 2016, The Eagle sports staff selected top athletes, moments and coaches from last year.

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Quick Takes From AU’s loss at Loyola

By Austin Sternlicht | January 1

Austin Sternlicht breaks down AU’s first conference loss of the year.

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Women’s basketball spotlight: Michelle Holmes

By Jennifer Reyes | December 30

The senior forward talks success and senior leadership with The Eagle as the first senior in the weekly women’s basketball Q&A features.

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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