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Gonzalez dominant as Nationals earn 10-0 victory over Cardinals on AU Night

By Gennaro Farone · Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012

The Nationals dominated over the Cardinals on Aug. 31 as members of the AU community and fans donned "Nationals WONK" T-shirts.

Juliana Crum totaled 16 kills in the Eaglesâ€™ first two games of 2012. She returns as one of the PLâ€™s top players.

Development of Scheidt, Cappellino crucial for AU volleyball

By Josh Paunil · Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012

A lot depends on two new additions to AU's defending Patriot League champion volleyball team.

Kati Rothenhoefer and the Eagles nearly knocked off No. 3 Old Dominion, falling 2-1 to the Lady Monarchs Aug. 26 at Jacobs Field.

No. 25 AU field hockey looking to bounce back from 0-2 start

By Gennaro Farone · Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012

Losses to Richmond and Old Dominion over the weekend have put the Eagles' backs on the ropes.

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Mohandesi shines as women's soccer begins season with four road games

By Samantha Raphelson | August 30

Victory over UMBC ends string of away games on a positive note.

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SEC set to dominate college football again

By Eric Saltzman | August 30

The Southeastern Conference will likely keep it's title as top in the nation this year.

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After season-opening road trip, men's soccer to host D.C. College Cup

By Tyler Tomea | August 30

The Eagles are going for their sixth win in the 12th D.C. College Cup.

AU students watch as outside hitter Juliana Crum jumps for a spike against the Georgetown Hoyas on August 24.

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Hoyas sweep Eagles in front of record crowd for Bender Blue Out

By Josh Paunil | August 26

Over 2,400 people watched as women's volleyball fell to the Georgetown Hoyas 3-0 at Bender Arena.

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Nationals’ ace could sit before season’s end, miss playoffs

By Gennaro Farone | August 23

Washington doesn’t have a good shot at a World Series title; they have a great shot.

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Thousands anticipated for Bender Blue Out

By Josh Paunil | August 23

High turnout expected again as AU women's volleyball begins another season on Aug. 24.

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A preview of the Eagles this fall

By Tyler Tomea | August 23

A look at how AU’s fall sports teams shape up in 2012.

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Adding QB Griffin signals new era for Redskins

By Eric Saltzman | August 23

If you are a Redskins fan, or just a football fan for that matter, you have a lot to look forward to.

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Lumpkins, Rishell among athletes to keep an eye on

By Samantha Raphelson | August 23

As AU sports teams come off another successful year, let’s take a look at some of the top athletes to watch heading into the 2012-2013 seasons. Stephen Lumpkins, Senior Forward, Men’s Basketball Lumpkins returns to AU after being drafted as a pitcher by the Kansas City Royals in 2011 and briefly ...

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Villanova shuts out women’s soccer in season opener

By Tyler Tomea | August 19

The Eagles only mustered a single shot at The Wildcats on August 17, leading to a defeat of 2-0.

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Brewer, Hinkle set to continue basketball careers overseas

August 19

Two of AU's best basketball players have joined professional teams in Europe.

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Morse’s grand slam brings Nationals to victory over Mets

By Gennaro Farone | August 18

Michael Morse earned the Washington Nationals' first grand slam of the season in August 17's game against the Mets.

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Lumpkins eyes return to men’s basketball team

By Josh Paunil | August 14

Stephen Lumpkins plans to return to the AU men’s basketball team for the 2012-2013 season, Head Coach Jeff Jones announced August 14. “I always planned to return to American and complete my degree,” Lumpkins said in a statement. “Being away for a year made me realize how much I miss basketball. ...

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Strasburg shuts down Marlins in 4-1 Washington win

By Gennaro Farone | August 7

The Nationals had a good game August 5 as Strasburg pitched six scoreless innings and Morse added another game to his hitting streak.

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Nationals earn sweep of Giants in dramatic fashion

By Gennaro Farone | July 11

Sporting Washington's 1924 uniforms, the Nationals beat the San Francisco Giants narrowly in the final inning.

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Nationals notch 9-3 victory over Lincecum, Giants

By Gennaro Farone | July 4

The Nationals pounded in 13 runs against the Giants to back up their "bulldog" pitcher Zimmerman.

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Nats losing streak at four following 5-4 loss to Rays

By Gennaro Farone | June 20

The Nationals lost Tuesday to the Rays, whose relief pitcher was ejected when umpires found pine tar on his glove.

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