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TESTING THE LUCK OF THE IRISH

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Though they are separated by years of football history, both UConn and Notre Dame are having strikingly similar seasons. The Huskies (4-5) five losses have been by a combined 15 points while the Fighting Irishs (6-3) four losses have been by 18.Both teams will be looking to break losing streaks when the Huskies travel to South Bend, Ind.

Bridgewater Ultimate Frisbee to host annual "Toilet Bowl"

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

This coming weekend, the Bridgewater State Ultimate Frisbee Team, or B.U.T as they are called, is hosting its annual "Toilet Bowl" at the Tinsley fields. The squad has been an institution here for over ten years, although the following is rather underground due to the obscure nature of the sport.

Women's ice hockey team reaches 200 wins during weekend's four-game sweep

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

11/19/09 - The University of Rhode Island womens Ice hockey team completed a four-game sweep last weekend in the Division One Showcase in Ohio. The Rams scored a total of 39 goals in the four game series."Each game is different and we adjust to our competition," head coach Beth McCann said.

The mystique of the Fighting Irish

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Saturday will be the first, and perhaps the only, time that UConn football takes on the storied Notre Dame Fighting Irish. While a multiple-game series was in the works earlier this year, it looks like any future games between the Huskies and the Irish are mere speculation.

Football Team Ends Season with Victory over Wesleyan

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Two overtime field goals by kicker Tim Costello 12 helped the Trinity College Bantams limp past the Wesleyan University Cardinals on Saturday, Nov. 14, for a 26-23 victory. The Bantams led by two touchdowns after one quarter of play before the Cardinals stormed back.

Women's basketball team falls short in season opener

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

11/17/09 - The Cathy Inglese coaching era got off to a slow start last Saturday, as the University of Rhode Island womens basketball team fell to Fairfield University, 74-48, on what was a rainy and miserable afternoon.After winning the opening tip, the Rams looked strong for the better part of the first half but were unfortunately shut down on all aspects of the game throughout the second period.

Men's Basketball: Team hopes for deeper tournament run

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

The mens basketball team will rely on a short rotation to carry it deep in the NCAA?Tournament.

Women's Basketball: Squad looks to build on historic season

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

After graduating three of its top forwards, the womens basketball teams strength lies in its backcourt this season.

Men's hockey team defeated by Penn State

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

11/17/09 - The University of Rhode Island mens hockey team suffered through a rough weekend dropping both games of a two-game set to Penn State. The Rams lost Friday nights game by a final of 4-1, and lost Saturdays game in the shootout by a final of 4-3.

Women's Basketball: Squad runs away with opener at Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

The womens basketball team dominted the second half in its 66-34 opening win at WPI?last?Sunday.

Holding On By An Inch

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. - It wasnt the prettiest of wins, but no ones going to find Boston College complaining. Behind a staunch defensive effort, the Eagles escaped Virginia with a 14-10 victory that keeps their slim ACC title hopes alive for at least one more week.

"We made a lot of mistakes," said BC head coach Frank Spaziani. "[We] hurt ourselves. But our kids hung in there. To not play very well and to not execute well, to come away with a victory is very gratifying."

The Play That Saved The Season

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Nobody in Scott Stadium could figure it out. No one - reporters, fans, coaches, and administrators - knew exactly who was responsible for making the play. But everyone on Boston Colleges side sure was glad that somebody did.With BC clinging to a four-point lead on the road at Virginia, the Eagles defense needed one more stop.

Everything going according to plan

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Most Division I womens basketball coaches would gladly trade their fortunes for Geno Auriemmas. Theyd do it in a heartbeat. There arent too many resumes in the womens coaching ranks that his wouldnt eclipse by leaps and bounds.Still, the longtime UConn fixture - a six-time National Champion, six-time Naismith National Coach of the Year and the odds-on favorite to raise another banner after the 2009-10 season - broached an interesting point when he addressed the media at an open practice at Gampel Pavilion this preseason.

Freshman looks to bring winning ways to Lions

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Bilali Kalilou-Macks room is that of a typical college student. Clothes, wires, and books create an obstacle course for all who enter. Yet amid the rubble is an object tucked away neatly in the top drawer of the freshmans desk. It represents what he stands for and what he hopes to replicate in his next four years at Emerson as a member of the mens basketball team.

Women's volleyball wins first GNAC championship

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

They were in unfamiliar territory.The Emerson womens volleyball team had never been in a Great Northeast Athletic Conference finals match, let alone been the host.Early in the contest on Nov. 7, the Lions nerves were evident against the formidable conference powerhouse Johnson & Wales University.

Paralympic hopeful Duquette '13 aiming high

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Watching freshman Kristin Duquette swim, one probably wouldnt notice anything out of the ordinary, except perhaps that she is fast. But shes not just any average collegiate swimmer, and she doesnt have average goals.Duquette, who hails from Manchester, Conn.

FLAG FOOTBALL: All Pain, No Gain?

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

RC students are being injured at ridiculous rates, missing classes, having surgeries, and all in the pursuit of section glory. Is it worth the price? No doubt youve seen them around campus-the walking (or limping) wounded. Casts. Splints. Crutches. Nose bandages.