By Emily Mulcahey Staff Writer The men’s rugby club has put up tough competition this season against some of the best teams in their new division. The team has been competing in Division 1-A, the highest in the country. Following a game against Army, one so close it gave the audience whip lash, the… Keep Reading
By Pat Tintle Assistant Sports Editor After an 0-5 start to season, the men’s soccer team won their first game over St. Francis University last Friday by a score of 2-1. Down 1-0 in the 73rd minute, the Bonnies tied the game with a goal from senior defender Garret Pasano. Just five minutes later,… Keep Reading
By Pat Tintle Assistant Sports Editor It’s a time of transformation for the Buffalo Bills and their hungry, playoff-seeking fans. The franchise has seen its share of prospective owners over the last few months. Interest in buying the team came from unlikely candidates – rumors said business mogul Donald Trump was in a good… Keep Reading
By Gavin Lindahl Sports Assignment Editor With the 2014-15 NHL season starting next week, Western New York is buzzing with the possibilities of what the Buffalo Sabres’ campaign will bring. The answers vary from fan to fan. Ask some fans, and they’re bound to tell you the Sabres will finish last again and draft… Keep Reading
By Gavin Lindahl Sports Assignment Editor It’s a big weekend for the women’s soccer team, as it begins conference play against Atlantic 10 opponents Davidson and Richmond. The Bonnies enter the weekend with a 4-5-1 record. The squad has had the opportunity to catch a bit of a breather, as their last game was… Keep Reading
By Pat Tintle Assistant Sports Editor The men’s soccer team’s winless season continued last weekend when the Bonnies fell to Canisius and Bowling Green, by scores of 3-2 and 1-0, respectively. Despite an 0-5 record, Coach Mel Mahler saw some good aspects to take away in both loses. “I was happy how we played,”… Keep Reading
By Emily Mulcahey Contributing Writer As darkness drew nearer on Saturday night, the lights surrounding the Marra Turf Complex flickered to life. Over 1,000 dedicated fans crowded the sidelines in the chilly air, but all remained unusually quiet in anticipation. The bagpipes blared an old Irish tune, and with the steam of their breath… Keep Reading
By Zach Waltz Sports Editor The women’s rugby team improved to a perfect 3-0 record last Saturday against Fredonia in a 27-10 win. Senior scrum half Erin Ballou said the Bonnies’ fast pace offense played a large role in winning the game. “This past weekend, a big factor to our success was being able… Keep Reading
By Pat Tintle Assistant Sports Editor The men’s soccer team continued their early season struggles last weekend as they dropped their first road game of the year to Rider, 5-0. Coach Mel Mahler was disappointed with his team’s performance, particularly the lack of offense against Rider, as well as the season so far in… Keep Reading
By Gavin Lindahl Sports Assignment Editor The women’s soccer team made history last Friday when they stepped onto the Marra Athletics Complex field under the lights to kick it about with Binghamton University – the first night game in school history. Fittingly, the Bonnies won 3-1 in front of 1,248 fans making it the… Keep Reading
By Zach Waltz Sports Editor With four weeks gone in the NCAA Division I football season, there are some clear front runners to make a run at the recently-established playoff system. This season, the NCAA has implemented a new playoff system in which four teams will be selected into a playoff for the National… Keep Reading
By Pat Tintle Assistant Sports Editor Coming off of a 3-0 loss to Delaware, the men’s soccer team hosted Western New York rival Niagara last Sunday. Despite playing to a 0-0 tie in regulation, the Bonnies fell short in overtime, losing 1-0 to the Purple Eagles. “It was disappointing,” Coach Mel Mahler said. “I think… Keep Reading
By Emily Mulcahey Contributing Writer Having had an almost perfect season last year and dealing a blow-out win to Syracuse to start this season, it seemed that the St. Bonaventure Men’s Rugby Club had reached their dawn without darkness. However, even the most skilled competitors can have a tough game. The Bonnies could not pull… Keep Reading
By Zach Waltz Sports Editor The women’s rugby team is 2-0 after beating Niagara 51-0 last weekend and will take on Fredonia this weekend. The team travels to Fredonia this Saturday to take on the Blue Devils at 11 a.m. Junior lock Carley Doyle said despite the large margin of victory last weekend, the… Keep Reading
By Pat Tintle Assistant Sports Editor The 2014 MLB playoffs are taking form, and what better way to celebrate than to speculate? Let’s start with the American League. As of today, with just a little more than ten games to play, the Baltimore Orioles, Detroit Tigers, Los Angeles Angels, Kansas City Royals and Oakland… Keep Reading
By Gavin Lindahl Sports Assignment Editor The St. Bonaventure women’s soccer team split its weekend with one win and one loss at the Cornell Tournament. The squad lost its opening match to Temple University, 1-0, but the Bonnies rebounded the following day by shutting out Virginia Military Institute with a 2-0 win. … Keep Reading
By Zach Waltz Sports Editor While cross country may not be the most popular sport on campus, junior Kerry Caher is certainly grabbing attention with her recent success on the cross country course. Caher was named to the All-Atlantic 10 First Team after placing 13th at the Championships with a personal record time of… Keep Reading
By Zach Waltz Sports Editor With two weeks already over in the National Football League season, one thing is clear: no one is safe. Starting with the AFC East, it appears as though the perennially disappointing Buffalo Bills are on the right track to have a good year. Starting 2-0, the Bills are currently… Keep Reading
By Lauren Zazzara Contributing Writer From what my weather apps are saying, it looks like this week is going to bring fall-like weather with highs in the ‘60s. Some may be mourning the end of summer, but I am eagerly awaiting being able to turn off my fan and cuddle up in blankets while drinking… Keep Reading
By Catherine Brown Contributing Writer While at school, it can be difficult to concentrate on one thing because there is always an abundance of homework to be done, so knit yourself a solution. Tie work in with everything else that happens around campus and the school year can seem quite daunting. Knitting is perfect when… Keep Reading