WSOC drops result to UMass, playoff hopes still alive

James Leo | Staff Writer Oct. 24, 2019 Despite a strong first half, the Duquesne women’s soccer team suffered a heartbreaking 2-1 loss to Massachusetts on Sunday afternoon. A win would have moved them up in the A-10 standings; however, a strong finish to this season will allow them to make up some ground. The Dukes controlled the field in the first half. They constantly … Continue reading WSOC drops result to UMass, playoff hopes still alive

DU men’s soccer eyes run in A-10 tournament

By David Borne | Staff Writer In the final regular season game of the 2016 Duquesne men’s soccer campaign, the Dukes fell to Rhode Island by a score of 2-1 — their first and only home loss at Rooney Field all season. It wasn’t quite the sendoff the five seniors, Evan Kozlowski, Gabe Robinson, Diego Vieira, Chris Alescio and Bryan Fegley, probably had in mind, … Continue reading DU men’s soccer eyes run in A-10 tournament

Cydney Staton sends soccer senior class off in style

Bri Schmid | Staff Writer The Duquesne Dukes women’s soccer team propelled itself into the playoffs as the No. 3 seed when it finished off the regular season strong with a hard fought battle against the La Salle Explorers. The Dukes hosted the Explorers on Oct. 30 in what became a very wet and chilly fall day shortly after the beginning of the game. With … Continue reading Cydney Staton sends soccer senior class off in style

After 110 minutes, Duquesne, George Mason tie 2-2

By David Borne | Staff Writer After 110 minutes, the Duquesne Dukes and the George Mason Patriots tied 2-2 in Atlantic 10 action at Rooney Field on Wednesday night. Duquesne’s record moved to 7-3-4 on the season with a 2-1-2 record in conference play. George Mason opened up the scoring in the contest, as junior forward Tolu Ibikunle was set up by passes from freshman … Continue reading After 110 minutes, Duquesne, George Mason tie 2-2

GK Evan Kozlowski shutting out everything in sight

By David Borne | Staff Writer The final line of defense for the Duquesne men’s soccer team has been completely impenetrable lately, as goaltender Evan Kozlowski set the school record for most consecutive shutouts. Kozlowski’s streak started Sept. 11 in a 1-0 victory over Canisius, and he recorded his sixth consecutive shutout in a draw against St. Bonaventure on Oct. 5 to set the school … Continue reading GK Evan Kozlowski shutting out everything in sight

Women’s soccer surges to best A-10 start in history

By Andrew Holman | Sports Editor It’s been exactly 349 days since the last time the Duquesne women’s soccer program lost a game against Atlantic 10 competition. A 4-0-0 start in conference play so far in 2016, combined with a sensational Atlantic 10 title run, accounts for most of that. That undefeated mark through the first four A-10 games is a program best and leaves … Continue reading Women’s soccer surges to best A-10 start in history

Faith guides Jallah Acqui to early collegiate success

By David Borne | Staff Writer Freshman Jallah Acqui is already seeing success in his first season with the Dukes, and his efforts are not going unnoticed.  He was named the Atlantic 10 Co-Rookie of the Week alongside George Mason forward Tunde Akinlosotu. Acqui was recognized for his play from Sept. 19-25 highlighted by his game winning goal in the 93rd minute of a 1-0 … Continue reading Faith guides Jallah Acqui to early collegiate success

Women’s soccer kicks off 2016 campaign

            Andrew Holman | Sports Editor Defending a title is never easy, but it’s the ultimate goal of every championship team. That is no different for the Duquesne women’s soccer program. As the Dukes begin their quest to defend their Atlantic 10 Championship, there is one key thing they must keep in mind — they won’t be surprising anyone this … Continue reading Women’s soccer kicks off 2016 campaign

Dukes down Explorers in A-10 battle at Rooney Field

Marie Jubert | The Duquesne Duke The Duquesne men’s soccer team played in an evenly matched game on Sunday against La Salle, but the squad’s ability to attack in the first half facilitated the 3-1 win for the Dukes. Following a 1-0 overtime loss against Dayton on the road on Friday night, the team was able to bounce back against the Explorers to secure a … Continue reading Dukes down Explorers in A-10 battle at Rooney Field