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Women’s basketball spotlight: Michaela Nieuwenhuizen

By Haley Samsel · Thursday, Nov. 19, 2015

Nieuwenhuizen, a Canadian native, is the first player to be featured in The Eagle’s weekly women’s basketball player profiles.

Men’s basketball drops home opener to Hampton 61-48

By Matt Holt · Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2015

Hampton’s surge early in the second half hands the Eagles their second loss of the season.

Takeaways from AU’s home-opener loss

By Austin Sternlicht · Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2015

Austin Sternlicht assess what went wrong and what went well for the Eagle Tuesday night.

Brennan coaches his team during a game during the 2014-2015 season.

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Men’s basketball falls in season opener to Rhode Island

By Austin Sternlicht | November 15

Eagles drop early season contest 65-42.

AU volleyball celebrates during a match in September.

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AU volleyball finishes the regular season with an undefeated Patriot League record

By Jennifer Reyes | November 15

The Eagles earned their 16th conference victory with a 3-0 win over Loyola University Maryland.

Photo Credit: Owain JamesAU defeated Army 4-1 at home in the first round of the Patriot League playoffs. The team competes against Boston on Friday in New York.

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AU soccer knocks out Army, advances to Patriot League semifinals

By Gabe Bichinho | November 11

The Eagles defeat Army 4-1 on wet afternoon in the first round of the conference tournament

Junior midfielder Natalie Marsh jogs across the field with freshman forward Rafaela Rubas (left) and sophomore defender Angela Virtu (right) during a game against Bucknell University on Oct. 31.

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Field hockey season ends against Boston University in Patriot League Championship

By Jennifer Reyes | November 7

The Eagles prove unable to complete a comeback in the PL championships after falling behind 2-0 in the first half.

Allison Cappellino goes up for a block in a match against UMBC on Sept. 19

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AU volleyball clinches regular season Patriot League title with weekend sweeps

By Vincent Salandro | November 7

Straight set victories over Lehigh and Colgate help the Eagles earn the top seed in PL tournament.

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AU basketball coaches discuss season prospects at 2015 AU Hoop Talk dinner

By Shannon Scovel | November 7

Brennan and Gebbia field questions from Dr. Billy Walker, Dan Laing and audience members about their goals for the year.

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Brennan, players discuss changes in rotation and the NCAA rules at media day

By Gabe Bichinho | November 7

New big men, skilled freshmen among main topics at men’s basketball public event.

Photo Credit: Shelby Morgan/The EagleAU field hockey defeated Bucknell last weekend and will face Lafayette in the first round of the Patriot League Tournament this weekend.

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2015 field hockey Patriot League Tournament preview

By Vincent Salandro | November 5

The Eagles look to claim their tenth conference championship this weekend in Boston.

Photo Credit: AU Athletic Communications2015-2016 AU Wrestling Team

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AU wrestling prepares for 2015-2016 season

By Joe Iraola | November 3

Seniors John Boyle and David Terao hope to lead the team to success at the NCAA level

Photo Credit: AU Athletics and Blue Crew Leadership CouncilFreshman Emily Wolfe will take over as the new Blue Crew chairperson.

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Building a family within Blue Crew

By Shannon Scovel | November 2

Freshmen Emily Wolfe takes over as chairperson of the Blue Crew Leadership Council.

Photo Credit: Rosie Black/Photo Collective Head coach Megan Gebbia discusses game strategy with her team during a game last season. The Eagles will look to defend their conference title this year.

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Season Preview: Women’s basketball

By Vincent Salandro | November 2

The AU Women’s basketball team looks to repeat as conference champions this year with a new lineup.

Photo Credit: Shelby Morgan/ THE EAGLE Senior outside hitter Kristyna Lindovska celebrates a point with her teammates in a game against the University of Maryland-Baltimore County on Sept. 19. Lindovska added nine kills against Navy on Tuesday night.

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Women’s Volleyball grinds out four-set victory over Navy

By Vincent Salandro | October 28

The Eagles rally behind defense after dropping first set to the Mids

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Konerth’s heroic goal pushes field hockey past Indiana 4-3

By Liam Bond | October 26

After trailing the Hoosiers 3-2 near the end of regulation, late game-tying goal leads to a double overtime win for AU.

Photo by: Owain JamesSenior Midfielder Liam Robley passes the ball to a teammate in a game against Layfayette earlier this season. Robley scored AU's third goal against Bucknell.

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Men’s soccer uses second half surge to power past Bucknell, 3-0

By Jennifer Reyes | October 25

The Eagles earn another conference victory after defeating the Bison with three second half goals.

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Kerri Gallagher: success as runner and coach

By Shannon Scovel | October 24

AU track and cross country coach connects with athletes through her own experience in the sport.

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85Live

By Matt Holt | October 24

1985 men’s soccer team celebrates 30th reunion of championship match

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Women’s volleyball extend unbeaten run in conference play

By Vincent Salandro | October 24

Eagles overcome early struggles behind strong performances from Smidova, Cappellino

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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