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Volleyball stays unbeaten after perfect weekend

Noah Fries | sports editor The Duquesne volleyball team continued its perfect start to the 2026 campaign over the weekend, winning all three matches at home against Eastern Michigan, Elon and Robert Morris without dropping a set. The three wins pushed the Dukes’ record to 6-0, starting perfect through six matches in back-to-back seasons. Before starting the year unbeaten through six games last season, the … Continue reading Volleyball stays unbeaten after perfect weekend

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MSOC victorious in Detroit, WSOC falls at home

Will Stover | staff writer The Duquesne men’s soccer team closed out their second of two road games with a 2-1 win over Detroit Mercy at Titan Field Saturday, earning their first road victory of the 2026 season and keeping the Dukes undefeated through five games with a record of 3-0-2. Duquesne spent the majority of the first half dormant, having only two shots on … Continue reading MSOC victorious in Detroit, WSOC falls at home

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Football, Sports

Football gets blanked by FBS Air Force, 34-0

Alayna Alexander | staff writer The Duquesne football team got shut out by the Air Force Academy Saturday, losing 34-0 in its season opener at Falcon Field in Colorado Springs. Duquesne struggled to move the ball against the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) opponent, failing to advance past midfield throughout the contest. Air Force is known for its heavy-running offense, and this game was no different … Continue reading Football gets blanked by FBS Air Force, 34-0

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Columns, Sports

Fries: Realizing the tragic nature of sports

Noah Fries | sports editor Sport is inherently a war between two sides, both using tactics to battle for victory. It’s no secret why football has terms like “in the trenches” and “blitz,” according to Duquesne professor Robert Edward Healy III. This is why people around the world are so enamoured with sport. We love watching two teams battle it out to see who had … Continue reading Fries: Realizing the tragic nature of sports

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Diva’s Desk: Clinging to climbing

Diva Kc | layout editor Despite being involved in sports throughout my life, I was adamant on clinging to the “unathletic label” as a part of my identity. I spent almost all of high school actively picking the gym class that didn’t involve participating in any games, and I always had an excuse on the tip of my tongue when I had no way out. … Continue reading Diva’s Desk: Clinging to climbing

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MLB players could make less because of salary cap — am I supposed to feel bad?

Nataley Davis | features editor I recently immersed myself in the world of Major League Baseball (MLB) when I had the opportunity to work as a fan ambassador for the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field this summer. Two of my coworkers were talking about whether or not they would be back for next season and one of them replied: “If there is a next season.” … Continue reading MLB players could make less because of salary cap — am I supposed to feel bad?

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Football, Sports

Football prepared and ready to take on 2026

Alayna Alexander | staff writer The Duquesne football team is awaiting the start of its season after a summer of preparation. The Dukes were predicted to finish second in the Northeast Conference preseason poll, and Head Coach Jerry Schmitt is ready to exceed expectations in his 22nd season at the helm. Two of the Dukes, running back Ness Davis and defensive back DJ Cerisier, were … Continue reading Football prepared and ready to take on 2026

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Sports, volleyball

Volleyball sweeps opening weekend tourney

Noah Fries | sports editor The Duquesne women’s volleyball team had a near-perfect start to its 2026 campaign, dropping just one set over the weekend en route to match wins against Canisius, Youngstown State and Mercyhurst at the YSU Invitational in Youngstown, Ohio. Senior setter Chloe Wilmot was named MVP of the tournament with 111 assists, 13 digs, six blocks and nine kills across the … Continue reading Volleyball sweeps opening weekend tourney

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Women’s soccer victorious twice on home turf

Noah Fries | sports editor The Duquesne women’s soccer team wasted no time sending a message in its home opener Thursday, with two goals in the first 15 minutes being all that it needed to take down Akron. The Zips failed to register a tally, making the final score 2-0. The win brought the Dukes back to .500 (2-2-0), while the Zips took their first … Continue reading Women’s soccer victorious twice on home turf

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Men’s soccer wins at home, ties at crosstown rival

Ben Deihl | staff writer Duquesne men’s soccer dominated Mount St. Mary’s offensively Thursday afternoon en route to a 2-0 victory that kept the Dukes undefeated in their 2026 campaign. “The guys did really well today,” Duquesne Head Coach Chase Brooks said. “Bend, don’t break is an idea that’s going to follow you every single game. [It was] a really good team result.” Dukes forward … Continue reading Men’s soccer wins at home, ties at crosstown rival

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