Jackie Robinson Movie Shows Students a true sports Icon
Evan Felser, Assistant Sports Editor
April 23, 2013
The film “42: The True Story of an American Legend” recaptures the career of Hall-of-Famer Jackie Robinson. The movie allows viewers to see what Robinson endured while breaking the color barrier in major league sports. Some Marywood students went to the theater to see “42.” Tim Parker,... Read more »
Jones to represent US in Maccabiah Games
Erica Nealon, Sports Editor
April 23, 2013
The United States of America will be represented by a Marywood athlete this summer at an international competition. Senior soccer player Ryan Jones has been selected to the USA team for the 19th Annual World Maccabiah Games, taking place in July. The Maccabiah Games in Tel Aviv, Israel, provide sports... Read more »
Ten questions with an athlete: Michael Ciavarella
Evan Felser, Asst. Sports Editor
April 23, 2013
Michael Ciavarella Year: Senior Pitcher Major: Health & Physical Education. Q: When did you start playing baseball? A: I started playing baseball when I was four years old. My dad was a coach so he got me into it as soon as he could. Q: Do you have any pre-game rituals before you go on the field? A:... Read more »
Ten questions with an athlete: Kelly Kryspin
Erica Nealon, Sport Editor
March 25, 2013
Q: When did you start playing lacrosse? A: The first time I picked up a stick was my freshman year of high school and I’ve been in love with game since. Q: Do you have any pre-game rituals before you go out on the field? A: Usually I will just listen to an iPod to try to get focused for the... Read more »
Marywood Pacers pitch for cancer at PNC Field
Erica Nealon, Sport Editor
March 25, 2013
Marywood baseball will take on Keystone College in a new setting this year all for a good cause. The Pacers will play the Giants at the newly renovated PNC Field during the Bill Howerton Inaugural Strikeout Cancer Weekend. For 16 years, Bill Howerton gained immense respect in the area as the head coach... Read more »
Policy to sideline coach and student-athlete relationships
Joseph Petro, Photography Editor
March 25, 2013
For many student-athletes, the thought of “safety” typically centers on protective equipment such as helmets, padding, or some other insulating apparatus. But this January, Marywood has instituted a new “Amorous Relationship Policy” to ensure a safe and healthy environment for student-athletes. The... Read more »
Resident Assistants host dodgeball tournament
Evan Felser, Asst. Sports Editor
March 25, 2013
Marywood University resident assistants hosted a 5-on-5 dodgeball tournament at the Mellow Center to help promote campus unity and physical activity. The tournament, featuring seven-minute long games, was held on Sunday, March 24. Each five-member team included at least one female. Every team played... Read more »
Ten questions with an athlete: Ian Stout
Evan Felser, Assistant Sports Editor
February 25, 2013
Year: Freshman Major: Athletic Training Q: When did you start playing basketball? A: I started playing basketball in a community youth league when I was six years old. Q: Do you have any pre-game rituals before you go on the court? A: I like to listen to Eminem and Drake before games. It helps... Read more »
Men’s tennis will have the opportunity to four-peat
Tyler Lyman, Correspondent
February 25, 2013
The men’s tennis team will have the opportunity to four-peat as the Colonial States Atheletic Conference Champions this season. Off the rackets of an incredibly strong senior class, the tennis team has been able to remain champions for three consecutive years. With one more championship win, they have... Read more »
Marywood turns blue to raise autism awareness
Satara Dickey, Correspondent
February 25, 2013
Marywood University Autism Speaks U club hosted “blue out” basketball games in honor of Autism Awareness on Wednesday, Feb. 6. These games included a 50/50 raffle, a t-shirt sale, and a raffle. The Autism Speaks U club was started on campus last spring and is an official chapter of the national Autism... Read more »
