Women’s soccer plays to third draw of season

Joey Sykes | The Duquesne Duke Capitalizing on opportunities is paramount in any walk of life. It is especially important on the soccer pitch and in front of the net. Capitalizing on opportunities to score goals has been something the women’s soccer team has struggled with thus far in the season. The Red & Blue tied 0-0 for the second straight game and the third … Continue reading Women’s soccer plays to third draw of season

Women’s soccer misses chances against La Salle

Joey Sykes | The Duquesne Duke The last home game of the season for the Duquesne Dukes women’s soccer team was a bittersweet one with an emphasis on the “bitter”. The Dukes were unable to find their stride against the La Salle Explorers as they fell 3-0 Sunday afternoon at Rooney Field. The game was a hard fought battle through both halves. Both teams were … Continue reading Women’s soccer misses chances against La Salle

Dukes battle Colonials in double OT, end up tying

Joey Sykes | The Duquesne Duke Regulation and two 10 minute overtimes weren’t enough for both the Duquesne and George Washington women’s soccer teams Sunday as both squads failed to find the back of the net, making the final outcome of the match 0-0. The Dukes took to the field flashing new white jerseys with pink numbers and a pink ribbon on their shoulders in … Continue reading Dukes battle Colonials in double OT, end up tying

Dukes remain on a hot streak

Marie Jubert | For The Duquesne Duke Five pre-match lightning delays weren’t enough to keep the Duquesne women’s soccer team from crushing the St. Bonaventure Bonnies on Oct. 5, in their first A-10 conference match of the season. The Dukes dominated St. Bonaventure in a significant 3-1 victory, extending their winning streak to four games. Head coach Al Alvine could not have been more impressed … Continue reading Dukes remain on a hot streak

New Kid on the Bluff: Maddie Layman

Joey Sykes | The Duquesne Duke Twenty or thirty years ago, it was not that uncommon to find an athlete who had it “all”. Skill, speed, athleticism and drive are just a few qualities that someone needs to own the title. From Michael Jordan and his famous work ethic, to the humble Walter Payton, players who possess these qualities are rare in today’s day and … Continue reading New Kid on the Bluff: Maddie Layman