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Duquesne stifles Saint Joseph’s ahead of Tuesday’s arena christening

Adam Lindner | Sports Editor Jan. 30, 2021 Marcus Weathers posted his second-straight double-double and Mike Hughes recorded 12 points to help Duquesne to a 67-50 victory over Saint Joseph’s on Saturday night at La Roche University’s Kerr Fitness Center. Duquesne (6-6, 5-5 Atlantic 10 Conference) led by as many as 25 points in the win over the hapless Hawks (1-14, 0-9 A-10), whose 50 … Continue reading Duquesne stifles Saint Joseph’s ahead of Tuesday’s arena christening

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Duquesne hits 14 treys, annihilates Fordham

Adam Lindner | Sports Editor Jan. 28, 2021 Following a disappointing letdown against St. Bonaventure over the weekend, the Duquesne men’s basketball team throttled Fordham on Wednesday evening en route to its largest margin of victory ever in an Atlantic 10 road game. The Dukes (5-6, 4-5 A-10) hit a season-high 14 3-pointers and shot 50% from the floor against the Rams (1-8, 1-8), who … Continue reading Duquesne hits 14 treys, annihilates Fordham

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Dukes come back, capture crucial victory behind Baker’s 19

Adam Lindner | Sports Editor Jan. 21, 2021 Keith Dambrot, now in his fourth year on The Bluff, entered this season with high expectations and a wealth of talent on his roster. Tabbed to finish fifth in a crowded Atlantic 10, Dambrot’s Dukes seemed poised to reach heights not seen at Duquesne for decades. Six conference games later, his team was reeling. Following the departures … Continue reading Dukes come back, capture crucial victory behind Baker’s 19

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Dukes’ Season Off to Erratic Start

Jacob Hebda | Staff Writer Dec. 6, 2020 The Duquesne men’s basketball squad kicked off its 2020-21 season on Nov. 30 as part of the Wade Houston Tipoff Classic in Louisville, Ky. If its first week back in action was any indication, a turbulent season lies ahead for the Dukes. Duquesne opened its schedule with a matchup against Little Rock. Following a summer filled with … Continue reading Dukes’ Season Off to Erratic Start

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Hebda: Expect another step forward from Duquesne this season

Jacob Hebda | Staff Writer Nov. 19, 2020 1977. That’s the last time Duquesne appeared in the NCAA Tournament. Most programs catch a break somewhere along the road. Sometimes a standout player, precocious coach or practical miracle carries a team to the tourney. Duquesne has not been among that fortunate class. The Dukes have whiffed 43 years in a row, good for the sixth-longest ongoing … Continue reading Hebda: Expect another step forward from Duquesne this season

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Dukes’ 2020-21 tentative schedule full of challenges

Luke Henne | Staff Writer Nov. 19, 2020 In a year plagued by uniqueness and uncertainty, one thing is inevitable for Keith Dambrot and the 2020-21 Duquesne Dukes: The schedule — despite being fluid and subject to adjustment — will be loaded with marquee opponents and many chances to build a solid postseason resume. In 2019-20, Duquesne’s 10-2 non-conference record — punctuated by losses to … Continue reading Dukes’ 2020-21 tentative schedule full of challenges

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Maceo Austin an integral piece in Duquesne’s future

Jacob Hebda | Staff Writer Nov. 19, 2020 Prior to Keith Dambrot’s arrival, Duquesne was deemed a dead program. However, the former Akron coach quickly provided reason for optimism. In his first two years, the results were surprisingly strong. He inherited a team coming off a 10-22 season. Dambrot lost some of the best players from that roster, but still improved, coaching the Dukes to … Continue reading Maceo Austin an integral piece in Duquesne’s future

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Highlights from Media Day: Dambrot, seniors talk shop

Adam Lindner | Sports Editor Nov. 12, 2020 Since Keith Dambrot’s hiring in the spring of 2017, Duquesne has exceeded its preseason prognostication each season. At this point, it makes sense for the team to be dismissive of the conference’s annual preseason polls. On Nov. 10, the Atlantic 10 announced its Preseason Poll for the 2020-21 season, with the Dukes slotted to finish fifth in … Continue reading Highlights from Media Day: Dambrot, seniors talk shop

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Tyson Acuff talks acclimation to college life, new ‘mates

Adam Lindner | Sports Editor Oct. 29, 2020 Head Men’s Basketball Coach Keith Dambrot welcomed a sizable group of newcomers to the Bluff this fall, bolstering roster depth and addressing team needs in the process. In all, nine new faces will don the Red & Blue this season, including a pair of sharpshooters (Mike Bekelja and Jett Roesing), intriguing big men (Mounir Hima and Andre … Continue reading Tyson Acuff talks acclimation to college life, new ‘mates

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Men’s basketball loses final regular season game

3/12/2020 Jacob Hebda | Staff Writer Duquesne faltered in its final game of the regular season, losing to Richmond, 73-62. The Dukes entered the night with their hopes of a coveted double-bye in the Atlantic 10 Tournament still alive. Those hopes were shot down by 29 missed field goals and 15 missed free throws. Duquesne finished 21-60 and 10-25 in each category, respectively. As Keith … Continue reading Men’s basketball loses final regular season game

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