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Football, Sports

NIL to NFL — are college sports too professional?

Ben Deihl | sports editor We’re currently in a college football climate where some of the top players in the country are evaluated by their social media following. In On3’s NIL100 college football transfer portal rankings, players’ Instagram, TikTok and X follower counts are displayed right next to their high school star ranking, playing a pivotal role in how these athletes are rated and eventually … Continue reading NIL to NFL — are college sports too professional?

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Cignetti takes CFB by storm in perfect season

Ben Deihl | sports editor “It’s probably one of the greatest sports stories of all time,” Indiana Head Coach Curt Cignetti said. “We’re 16-0, national champions at Indiana University, which I know a lot of people thought was never possible.” On Nov. 27, 2021, the Indiana Hoosiers wrapped up their final game of the 2021 season, falling to Purdue 44-7. It was the eighth time … Continue reading Cignetti takes CFB by storm in perfect season

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Men's Basketball, Sports

Dukes comeback falls short against Saint Louis

Will Stover | staff writer In a game that swung back and forth with intensity befitting a top-25 matchup, the Duquesne Dukes nearly toppled No. 24 Saint Louis on Tuesday night, eventually falling 81-77 at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse. Behind a career-night from Jimmie Williams and a late surge that brought the home crowd to its feet, Duquesne came within inches of delivering a ranked victory … Continue reading Dukes comeback falls short against Saint Louis

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26 people charged in college basketball point-shaving scheme

Noah Fries | staff writer Federal prosecutors charged 26 people, including former and current college basketball players, for involvement in multiple point-shaving schemes, authorities announced on Jan. 15. U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania David Metcalf said in a news conference that the scheme stretched across 17 Division I men’s basketball programs and involved 39 players. He alleged that the defendants fixed or … Continue reading 26 people charged in college basketball point-shaving scheme

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Steelers fall flat in playoffs for seventh straight year

Ben Deihl | sports editor Pittsburgh hasn’t won a playoff game since the 2016-17 season, beating the Alex Smith-led Kansas City Chiefs before losing to Tom Brady and the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship. Since then, the Steelers have been on a 6-game losing streak in the postseason, most recently falling to division-rival Baltimore 28-14 last season. Just before Monday’s playoff game against … Continue reading Steelers fall flat in playoffs for seventh straight year

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Sports, Women's Basketball

Dukes lose fifth straight after 4-0 start

Noah Fries | staff writer Despite starting with a 4-0 record and winning six of its first eight games, the Duquesne women’s basketball team has lost eight of its last nine — including five straight — to fall to 0-6 in conference play and 7-10 overall. The 0-6 conference record has the Dukes in the cellar of the A10, with 12 games still to come … Continue reading Dukes lose fifth straight after 4-0 start

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Dayton’s flurry of 3’s sink Duquesne in A10 tilt

Will Stover | staff writer The Duquesne Dukes men’s basketball team couldn’t overcome a slow start on Tuesday night, falling 71-65 to the undefeated-in-conference Dayton Flyers at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse. A second-half comeback bid wouldn’t be enough for the Dukes, who fell to 1-3 in conference play. The game’s opening minutes spelled trouble for the Dukes, shooting just 25% from the field in the first … Continue reading Dayton’s flurry of 3’s sink Duquesne in A10 tilt

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Sports, volleyball

Dukes volleyball record breaker isn’t done yet

Noah Fries | staff writer From the age of seven, she could be found in a gym playing volleyball several nights a week. Constantly developing. Constantly putting in effort. Constantly grinding. Now at the age of 19, nothing has changed for Emersen Schrom — known as “Emmy” by her friends, teammates and coaches. She plays Division I volleyball at Duquesne University, less than a half-hour … Continue reading Dukes volleyball record breaker isn’t done yet

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Sharp-shooting Dukes head into A10 onslaught

Ben Deihl | sports editor As Duquesne starts its A10 schedule, something has become very clear from the team’s play style — this group is different from years past, but still reminiscent of one of the best teams Duquesne has fielded in recent memory. The Dukes opened up conference play with a 2OT thriller over Davidson on Dec. 30, beating the Wildcats 89-83. Duquesne’s victory … Continue reading Sharp-shooting Dukes head into A10 onslaught

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Bordas breaks out in 43rd City Game

Noah Fries | staff writer Most freshmen come into college athletics with the expectation of serving limited roles, allowing their more experienced upperclassmen teammates to lead their team to victory. But for Duquesne, only three players are upperclassmen, leaving more room for freshmen like Alexis Bordas to shine. Hailing from Wheeling, West Virginia, Bordas has made an immediate impact at Duquesne. She leads the Dukes … Continue reading Bordas breaks out in 43rd City Game

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