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Many teams came dressed up and ready to battle.

Dodge the Dark (Photo Gallery)

Ethan Morrison, Photographer March 25, 2023

Kahliel Spear lays it in in the overtime loss to Cleveland State Photo credit: Colby Sherwin

Robert Morris Blows 12-Point Second Half Lead, Fall to Cleveland State in OT

Ethan Morrison March 3, 2023

CLEVELAND, OHIO — For the second straight season, Robert Morris and Cleveland State had a date at the Wolstein Center on the first Thursday in March with a spot to Indianapolis on the line in the 2023 Barbasol Horizon League Tournament. With 12:50...

Robert Morris Looks to Avenge Final Regular Season Loss to IUPUI in First Home Playoff Game since 2019-20

Ethan Morrison February 28, 2023

For the first time since the 2019-20 season, Robert Morris will host their first home playoff game as they take on IUPUI tonight at 7 p.m. at the UPMC Events Center. The Colonials enter tonight’s matchup winners of four of their last five games and...

The Toole Shed: 2/23/23

The Toole Shed: 2/23/23

Ethan Morrison and Alec Miller February 23, 2023

At long last, The Toole Shed is officially back as Ethan Morrison is joined by a new cohost Alec Miller as they breakdown Robert Morris' rollercoaster of a season thus far and what's up next for the team coming off of a crucial win against Youngstown...

The Colonial Crazies are needed more than ever, with these final games remaining in the regular season Photo credit: Kyle Le

MORRISON: Robert Morris Fans: It Is Time to Come Home to the UPMC Events Center

Ethan Morrison February 21, 2023

As February dwindles to its final days, the smell of postseason college basketball and the March Madness tournament fills the air. The Pittsburgh area has a lot to be excited about with their local teams as Pitt is vying for its first dance since the...

Spear became the 27th player in program history to reach the 1,000-Point Club and the first since Josh Williams in 2019.

Robert Morris Forward Kahliel Spear Named Horizon League Player of the Week After Eclipsing 1,000 Point Mark

Ethan Morrison January 30, 2023

It was a record-breaking weekend and a record-breaking season for graduate forward Kahliel Spear en route to the team's weekend sweep over the Michigan team's Detroit Mercy and Oakland on Friday and Sunday, Spear reached the 1,000-point plateau in Sunday...

Militzer as OLSH head coach Photo credit: Barry Reeger/Pittsburgh Post Gazette

Former Robert Morris Assistant Donnie Militzer Reflects on Coaching Journey

Ethan Morrison November 28, 2022

Throughout Donnie Militzer's coaching career, it has been a long journey to where he is at today as the head coach at Our Lady of Sacred Heart. While he serves as the new head coach at OLSH, one place he will always cherish is Robert Morris University. After...

Cheeks shoots a free throw in the game against West Virginia Wesleyan on November 16, 2022 Photo credit: Ethan Morrison

Robert Morris Guard Enoch Cheeks Impressing as Advertised Early in Season

Ethan Morrison November 20, 2022

It may still be early in the season, but there is one player on the Robert Morris roster who has emerged as one of the top-scoring options on the team. That player is Enoch Cheeks, who has broken out throughout his sophomore season and has taken his...

Enoch Cheeks (5) led the team with 15 points in the 60-51 loss to Dayton Photo credit: Nathan Breisinger

After Rough Start, Robert Morris Fights Back Hard in Loss to No. 21 Dayton

Ethan Morrison November 19, 2022

DAYTON, OHIO — After heading back to Moon Township for two home games, Robert Morris was back out on the road to begin a long seven-game road trip in Dayton, Ohio, as they took on the Flyers Saturday afternoon. Early unforced errors hurt Robert Morris...

Bobby Mo Football Show: 11/16/22

Bobby Mo Football Show: 11/16/22

Nathan Breisinger and Ethan Morrison November 16, 2022

Nate and Ethan are back to break down Robert Morris' games against Charleston Southern and Murray State before previewing the team's final matchup against Bryant on Nov. 19. https://open.spotify.com/episode/5kFhhSn86IYbgFgYFBK9Ye?si=b56300fc39b64af3  

Robert Morris shot 31% from the floor and 16% from three in the 91-53 loss to Ohio State Photo credit: Colby Sherwin

Robert Morris Struggles in Opening Night Battle Against Ohio State

Ethan Morrison November 7, 2022

COLUMBUS, OHIO — For the second consecutive season Robert Morris kicked off their season on the road and this year, they made the three-hour trek from Moon Township to take on Ohio State. After a hot start from Robert Morris (0-1), the Colonials began...

Ethan Morrison projects the starting lineup for Monday nights matchup at Ohio State

Morrison’s Projected Robert Morris Starting Five

Ethan Morrison November 7, 2022

With Robert Morris set to take on Ohio State in just a few hours, let's look at my projected starting five. When I look at this Robert Morris roster this year, I once again see them running a three-guard set rather than loading up the back half of the...

Head coach Andy Toole enters his 13th season at Robert Morris, and third season in the Horizon League Photo credit: Malena Kaniuff

After Long Offseason, Robert Morris Set to Commence 2022-23 Season

Ethan Morrison November 6, 2022

On the eve of the college basketball season commencing, Robert Morris will set out to Columbus, Ohio, Sunday evening as they get their season started Monday night when they take Ohio State at 7 p.m. Before the team gets set to take on the Buckeyes in...

Bobby Mo Football Show: 11/3/22

Bobby Mo Football Show: 11/3/22

Nathan Breisinger, Ethan Morrison, and Michael Deemer November 3, 2022

On this episode of the Bobby Mo Football Show, Nathan Breisinger and Ethan Morrison are joined by Michael Deemer to discuss the trip down to Boone, N.C., as RMU faced Appalachian State. Ethan and Micahel share their experiences from the trip, along with...

Bobby Mo Football Show: 10/27/22

Bobby Mo Football Show: 10/27/22

Nathan Breisinger and Ethan Morrison October 27, 2022

Ethan and Nate are back to discuss Robert Morris' recent game against North Carolina A&T while also previewing the game against Appalachian State on Saturday. https://open.spotify.com/episode/6tuLFMOhi15mGFqJKVnuTM?si=cf635ed84f004db5  

The team huddles before their game at Cleveland State Photo credit: Tyler Gallo

Traditional Recruiting Class, Returners Hope to Push Robert Morris Over Hump in Third Horizon League Season

Ethan Morrison October 26, 2022

As the calendar nears the end of October, a new Robert Morris basketball season is right around the corner. The Colonials are looking to improve upon a roller coaster of a season that included a lot of ups and downs throughout the year. RMU finished...

Bobby Mo Football Show: 10/20/22

Bobby Mo Football Show: 10/20/22

Nathan Breisinger and Ethan Morrison October 20, 2022

Nathan and Ethan are back this week to discuss the team's most recent loss to Campbell and their upcoming game against North Carolina A&T. https://open.spotify.com/episode/7fYN2lNeQ3E2Q4BIhfnKDG?si=1bdb9c6562294935

Mackenzie Amalia drives down the court in a game against Wright State on February 18, 2022 Photo credit: Tyler Gallo

Robert Morris Selected Ninth in Horizon League Preseason Poll

Ethan Morrison October 18, 2022

With the college basketball season just under three weeks away, on Tuesday, the Horizon League announced its preseason poll for the upcoming season with Robert Morris University selected ninth out of the 11 schools. The Colonials come into this season...

Bobby Mo Football Show: 10/12/22

Bobby Mo Football Show: 10/12/22

Nathan Breisinger and Ethan Morrison October 13, 2022

Ethan and Nate are back for the fourth time this season to discuss Robert Morris' continued struggles on the offensive and defensive side of the ball. They also preview their game against Campbell on Saturday.  

Chair of the board of trustees Morgan OBrien  performs the Investiture of the President during President Michelle Patricks Inauguration ceremony on Oct. 7, 2022

Dr. Michelle Patrick officially sworn in as the ninth president of Robert Morris University

Ethan Morrison, Editor In Chief October 7, 2022

MOON TOWNSHIP – On Friday, Robert Morris University held the inauguration of the ninth President Dr. Michelle Patrick. After spending six years as the dean of the Robert Morris School of Business and then as the interim President of the university,...

Mr. Morrisons Classroom is a multimedia segment that seeks to break down a teams performance throughout the season by giving letter grades to particular categories.

Mr. Morrison’s Classroom: Football Mid-Season Report Card

Ethan Morrison October 6, 2022

*EDITOR'S NOTE: Opinions are of the writer and not Colonial Sports Network as a whole. Mr. Morrison's Classroom is a multimedia segment that seeks to break down a team's performance throughout the season by giving letter grades to particular categories. As...

Bobby Mo Football Show: 9/29/22

Bobby Mo Football Show: 9/29/22

Ethan Morrison and Nathan Breisinger September 29, 2022

Nate and Ethan are back to break down Robert Morris' game against East Tennessee State University last Saturday and also preview their next matchup against Delaware State on Saturday.

Russ Olsen has made a six-figure multi-year pledge to fund a multi-team event hosted by the men’s basketball program for the next three seasons.

Robert Morris Receives Pledge to Fund Multi-Team Event

Ethan Morrison September 21, 2022

On Wednesday, during Robert Morris University’s annual Day of Giving, the university announced that Russ Olsen has made a six-figure multi-year pledge to fund a multi-team event hosted by the men’s basketball program for three seasons.   The...

Bobby Mo Football Show: Colonials Off to Slow Start

Bobby Mo Football Show: Colonials Off to Slow Start

Nathan Breisinger, Nick Cooper, and Ethan Morrison September 20, 2022

Nate Breisinger, Ethan Morrison, and Nick Cooper sit down to recap the 0-2 start for the Robert Morris football team and preview the team's situation heading into the bye week. Bobby Mo Football Show: Colonials Off to Slow Start Listen to this episode...

The Colonials look to improve from their 10th place Horizon League finish, beginning their season in Columbus, Ohio

Robert Morris Releases 2022-23 Schedule

Ethan Morrison September 13, 2022

On Tuesday afternoon, Robert Morris University announced its entire men’s basketball slate for the upcoming 2022-23 season.   The schedule features four home non-conference tilts and ten home Horizon League games. Let’s first look at the...

Picture of Jonathan Potts. In a heather gray suit, with a plaid shirt, and navy blue tie.

Vice President for Public Relations and Marketing Jonathan Potts to leave Robert Morris

Ethan Morrison, Editor in Chief August 30, 2022
Vice President for Public Relations and Marketing, Jonathan Potts, leaving Robert Morris.
Enoch Cheeks drives towards the hoop against Wright State. Photo Credit: Justin Newton

Horizon League Men’s Basketball Conference Schedule Revealed

Ethan Morrison August 16, 2022

The Horizon League revealed its 2022-23 men’s basketball conference schedule on Tuesday which includes 20 league games that will begin on Dec. 1. Robert Morris University looks to rebound from a rough 2021-22 season where they finished 8-24 overall...

Saint Francis will travel to the UPMC Events Center on Dec. 21 to continue their season series with one another. Photo credit: Nathan Breisinger

Robert Morris and Saint Francis Renew Rivalry at UPMC Events Center This Season

Ethan Morrison July 21, 2022

Robert Morris has another non-conference game added to their schedule as they will once again take on their former Northeast Conference foe Saint Francis on Dec. 21 at the UPMC Events Center. After Robert Morris left for the Horizon League during the...

President Dr. Michelle Patrick at the Class of 2022 undergraduate Commencement Ceremony.

Dr. Michelle Patrick named Robert Morris’ ninth president

Ethan Morrison, Editor In Chief July 6, 2022

Dr. Michelle Patrick has been named the ninth president of Robert Morris University, the school announced Wednesday morning. Dr. Patrick, former dean of the School of Business, is the first woman to ever garner the role. Dr. Patrick has been the Interim...

Nick Lalonde is set to begin his professional ice hockey career in France as he recently signed with Neuilly-sur-Marne. Photo credit: Nathan Breisinger

#FormerColonialWatch: Nick Lalonde signs with Neuilly-sur-Marne

Ethan Morrison July 5, 2022

As the calendar turns to July, several former student-athletes from Robert Morris have signed professional contracts. That trend continued Monday as former Colonial forward Nick Lalonde signed with the Neuilly-sur-Marne Bison. Neuilly-sur-Marne plays...

Esther Castedo signs a professional contract with Ensino Lugo. Photo credit: Ethan Morrison

#FormerColonialWatch Esther Castedo Signs Professional Contract with Ensino Lugo

Ethan Morrison, Assistant Sports Editor July 1, 2022

Last week, former guard Esther Castedo signed a professional contract with Ensino Lugo. Castedo spent four years with the Colonials and showed improvements throughout her time in Moon Township as she averaged 7.1 points per game over the course of...

The Robert Morris School of Business which has been accredited by the ACCSB since 2009 has now received accreditation for its accounting program. Photo credit: Andrea Zanaglio

Robert Morris receives AACSB Accounting Accreditation

Ethan Morrison, Editor In Chief June 29, 2022

Robert Morris has become the first school in Western Pennsylvania to earn the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) Accountant Accreditation. The University joins Lehigh, St. Joseph’s and Villanova as the only schools in...

This is the first time Robert Morris will take on Ohio State since the 2017-18 season.

Robert Morris to Open Season in Columbus Against Ohio State

Ethan Morrison, Assistant Sports Editor June 29, 2022

As the college basketball offseason continues to roll on, more and more college basketball non-conference schedules are being released. Ohio State University released its non-conference schedule this morning and will open up the season against Robert...

Former Robert Morris forward Holly Forbes signed with the South Adelaide Panthers of the NBL1 League in Australia. Photo credit: Nick Hedderick

#FormerColonialWatch: Holly Forbes Makes Professional Debut for South Adelaide in Australia

Ethan Morrison, Assistant Sports Editor June 28, 2022

Former Robert Morris University forward Holly Forbes made her professional debut for the South Adelaide Panthers of the NBL1 league on June 18 as the Panthers took on the Norwood Flames. In her professional debut, the Panthers fell to the Flames by a...

Wynn was charged with a level two misdemeanor for indecent exposure and a level three misdemeanor for open lewdness.

Robert Morris Student-Athlete Jonathan Wynn Charged with Two Misdemeanors

Ethan Morrison, Editor In Chief June 22, 2022

Robert Morris student-athlete Jonathan Wynn was arrested by Moon Township Police on Tuesday and has been charged with two misdemeanors. WPXI reported late Monday evening that he would be facing charges for allegedly performing sex acts in public. Public...

Wynn was charged with a level two misdemeanor for indecent exposure and a level three misdemeanor for open lewdness.

Robert Morris Student-Athlete Jonathan Wynn Charged with Two Misdemeanors

Ethan Morrison June 22, 2022

Robert Morris student-athlete Jonathan Wynn was arrested by Moon Township Police on Tuesday and has been charged with two misdemeanors. WPXI reported late Monday evening that he would be facing charges for allegedly performing sex acts in public. Public...

Brianna Murgi was a four-year starter at Wheeling University before beginning her collegiate coaching career at Westminster College. Photo credit: Wheeling University

Brianna Murgi Named Women’s Soccer Assistant Coach

Ethan Morrison, Assistant Sports Editor June 21, 2022

The Robert Morris women's soccer team's coaching staff has a new face. Head coach Chris Shaw announced on Monday that Pittsburgh native Brianna Murgi had been an assistant coach for the club for the upcoming 2022 fall season. Murgi spent the past two...

Wynn was accused of indecent sex acts around a local college campus’ per a report by WPXI. Photo credit: RMU Athletics

BREAKING: Robert Morris RB Wynn facing criminal charges for performing sex acts in public

Ethan Morrison, Assistant Sports Editor June 21, 2022

On Tuesday evening, Robert Morris student-athlete Jonathan Wynn was accused of indecent sex acts around local college campuses per a report by WPXI. The first act occurred on the University of Pittsburgh’s campus. Police said Wynn allegedly asked two...

Jonathan Wynn was accused of indecent sex acts on local college campuses per a report from WPXI (Photo Credit: RMU Athletics)

BREAKING: Robert Morris RB Jonathan Wynn facing criminal charges for performing sex acts in public

Ethan Morrison, Editor In Chief June 20, 2022

On Tuesday evening, Robert Morris student-athlete Jonathan Wynn was accused of indecent sex acts around local college campuses per a report by WPXI. The first act occurred on the University of Pittsburgh’s campus. Police said Wynn allegedly asked...

Jimmy Langhurst has been named an assistant coach at Stonehill College after spending four seasons at Robert Morris as the Director of Basketball Operations Photo credit: Tyler Gallo

Jimmy Langhurst Named Assistant Coach on Stonehill Coaching Staff

Ethan Morrison June 17, 2022

After four seasons as the Director of Basketball Operations at Robert Morris, Jimmy Langhurst has been named an assistant coach at Stonehill College. Over Langhurst's four seasons on the Colonial staff, the team appeared in the College Insider Tournament...

Former Robert Morris forwards Brittany Howard & Lexi Templeman ink free-agent deals with the Toronto Six Photo credit: RMU Athletics & Ethan Morrison

#FormerColonialWatch Howard & Templeman Ink Free-Agent Deals With Toronto Six

Ethan Morrison June 11, 2022

Former Colonial forwards Brittany Howard and Lexi Templeman signed free agent contracts with the Toronto Six of the Premier Hockey Federation for the upcoming 2022-23 season. Howard was one of the most prolific scorers in Robert Morris' history as...

Robert Morris is set to play in the Savannah Invitational from Nov. 25-27. Photo credit: Ethan Morrison

Robert Morris to participate in Savannah Invitational

Ethan Morrison June 9, 2022

On Thursday morning, it was announced that the Colonials would compete in the Savannah Invitational on Nov. 25-27. According to college basketball analyst Rocco Miller, after meeting with the event organizers yesterday, the format will consist of a...

Robert Morris to begin home and home series with Marshall at the UPMC Events Center this season. Photo credit: Ethan Morrison

Robert Morris to begin home-and-home series with Marshall

Ethan Morrison June 7, 2022

Robert Morris added another non-conference game to its 2022-23 slate, as the Colonials will begin a home-and-home series with Marshall. The announcement comes just days after it was announced that the team would take on Dayton on Nov. 19. The first...

The team huddles up during a timeout during a game against Lancaster Bible College on December 8, 2021

Robert Morris to Take on Dayton in Non-Conference Action

Ethan Morrison, Assistant Sports Editor June 4, 2022

On Friday, it was announced that Robert Morris would take on the University of Dayton Flyers on November 19 as part of their 2022-23 non-conference schedule. This is the first game announced on the Colonials' schedule for the upcoming season. Andy...

Ford (25) on the bench from his high school days for North Mecklenburg High School in North Carolina

Former Davidson Forward Chris Ford Commits to Robert Morris to round out 2022 Recruiting Class

Ethan Morrison June 1, 2022

On Tuesday afternoon, head coach Andy Toole and his staff received the final commitment of their 2022 recruiting class as former Davidson forward Chris Ford committed to the program. Ford, a Huntersville, North Carolina native spent one season with...

The team huddles before their game against IUPUI on April 15, 2022 Photo credit: Ethan Morrison

Robert Morris set to tango with Oakland in Horizon League Championship

Ethan Morrison, Assistant Sports Editor May 14, 2022

Over the past three days, Robert Morris has pulled off an improbable feat in Youngstown, Ohio. After winning their past four games, the Horizon League Softball Tournament will now face Oakland for the Horizon League Championship. Quick Hits Oakland is...

Since dropping their first game to Green Bay, the Colonials have put themselves in the semifinals after winning their third straight game Friday afternoon to Cleveland State

Charlotte Grover’s two-run jack sends Robert Morris to Horizon League Semifinals in win over Cleveland State

Ethan Morrison, Assistant Sports Editor May 13, 2022

On Friday afternoon, Robert Morris kicked off day three of Horizon League tournament action against Cleveland State in an elimination game. After a close battle through six innings between the two squads, the Colonials pulled away in the late stages...

The Colonials have their backs against the wall after a one-run loss to Green Bay Photo credit: Ethan Morrison

Robert Morris falls to Green Bay in opening round of Horizon League Tournament

Ethan Morrison, Assistant Sports Editor May 11, 2022

YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO -- Robert Morris kicked off Horizon League Tournament action Wednesday afternoon on Green Bay. The Phoenix won the first-round battle by a 3-1 thanks to a three-run fifth inning which propelled them past the Colonials for the third time...

Jaron Williams dribbles up the court in a game at Cleveland State on January 23, 2022

Jaron Williams Enters Transfer Portal

Ethan Morrison, Assistant Sports Editor May 11, 2022

After spending one season with the Colonials, forward Jaron Williams has tested the waters of the transfer portal for his final year of eligibility: Williams averaged seven points and just under three rebounds per game during his time in Moon Township....

Robert Morris kicks off Horizon League Tournament against Green Bay

Robert Morris kicks off Horizon League Tournament against Green Bay

Ethan Morrison, Assistant Sports Editor May 11, 2022

YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO -- Robert Morris is set to begin postseason play on the campus of Youngstown State Wednesday afternoon when they take on Green Bay at noon. These two squads met back at the end of April in Moon Township when the Phoenix took both games...

Corbin shoots a free throw

Winthrop Transfer Josh Corbin Commits to Robert Morris

Ethan Morrison May 8, 2022

After spending his first two seasons with the Eagles, Winthrop transfer Josh Corbin has committed to Robert Morris with three years of eligibility remaining, further solidifying the Colonials’ backcourt. He earned first-team all-league honors for the...

Trey James guards Nikkei Rutty of Monmouth. Photo credit: Cristina Suciu

Former Iona big man Trey James commits to Robert Morris

Ethan Morrison April 26, 2022

With the Robert Morris roster starting to take shape, the Colonials have gotten another commitment in former Iona forward Trey James. James, an Inez, Kentucky native spent his first two seasons at Iona College under Rick Pitino. In limited action,...

Justin Winston toes the free-throw line against Cleveland State. Photo credit: Tyler Gallo

Justin Winston announces commitment to Coppin State

Ethan Morrison April 20, 2022

On Tuesday night, former Robert Morris forward Justin Winston announced via Instagram that he would be committing to Coppin State University after spending one season with the Colonials. Winston, a West Orange, New Jersey native, appeared in 21 games...

Robert Morris Board of Trustees provide presidential search update

Robert Morris Board of Trustees provide presidential search update

Ethan Morrison, Editor In Chief April 18, 2022

On Monday, the Robert Morris Board of Trustees provided a presidential search update on where the university is regarding the search. The announcement comes after it was announced that Interim President and Provost Mary Ann Rafoth would retire. For...

Robert Morris Interim President and Provost Mary Ann Rafoth to retire

Robert Morris Interim President and Provost Mary Ann Rafoth to retire

Ethan Morrison, Editor In Chief April 18, 2022

Just two weeks before the spring 2022 semester comes to an end, the Robert Morris Board of Trustees announced to students that the Interim President and Provost senior vice president for academic affairs will retire from both of her roles. Dr. Rafoth...

Kahliel Spear gets ready to roll against Kentucky. Photo credit: Tyler Gallo

Kahliel Spear to return to Robert Morris for graduate season

Ethan Morrison April 13, 2022

The wait for the decision is finally over. Kahliel Spear will be returning for his third season at Robert Morris after posting career-high numbers with the Colonials last season, Colonial Sports Network has confirmed. Spear has averaged 12.9 points and...

Erika Bell rounds the bases after hitting a go-ahead solo homerun in the bottom of the sixth inning to give the Colonials a 7-6 lead over Cleveland State. Photo credit: Ethan Morrison

Ding Dong: Erika Bell’s go-ahead home run pushes Robert Morris past Cleveland State

Ethan Morrison April 3, 2022

MOON TOWNSHIP— After dropping both games of the doubleheader yesterday, Robert Morris looked to salvage the final game against Cleveland State on Sunday. They did just that, coming back from down four runs midway through the game to win the final...

Kam Farris drives to the hoop against Wright State. Photo Credit: Justin Newton

Kam Farris enters transfer portal

Ethan Morrison March 16, 2022

For the second time in as many days, Robert Morris has another transfer. Per George Michalowski and Pittsburgh Sports Now, sophomore guard Kam Farris has entered the transfer portal. In his sophomore season, Farris averaged a career-high in points with...

Dr. Soren Fanning (Left) and Dr. Anthony Moretti (Right) hosted a roundtable discussion on the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.

Robert Morris honors program hosts: After Ukraine: The Second Cold War

Ethan Morrison, News Editor March 16, 2022

On Tuesday, the Robert Morris honors program along with Dr. Anthony Moretti and Dr. Soren Fanning hosted a roundtable discussion on Russia's invasion of Ukraine "After Ukraine: The Second Cold War". Students and some faculty were on hand for the event...

Kahliel Spear charges towards the basket against Youngstown State. Photo credit: Justin Newton

Kahliel Spear named to Academic All-America second team

Ethan Morrison March 15, 2022

When it comes to being a student-athlete, juggling athletics and classwork can be a tall task for some, but not for senior forward Kahliel Spear as he was named to the Academic All-America second team by the College Sports Information Directors of America. Spear...

Brandon Stone fights off an IUPUI player. Photo credit: Justin Newton

Brandon Stone enters transfer portal

Ethan Morrison March 14, 2022

Just two weeks after Robert Morris' season came to an end in the Horizon League quarterfinals against Cleveland State, the Colonials have their first departure of the offseason as forward/center Brandon Stone has entered the transfer portal. Stone,...

Enoch Cheeks is hounded by Broc Finstuen of Cleveland State.

Robert Morris’ season comes to an end in Cleveland

Ethan Morrison March 3, 2022

CLEVELAND– Robert Morris made the trip to Cleveland to take on the top-seeded Vikings Thursday evening hoping to stretch their upset streak to two. The Colonials struggled offensively, as CSU controlled the pace of play for most of the game, punching...

Charlie Buscaglia and Andy Toole reached milestone wins in the first round of the Horizon League Tournament. Photo credit: Justin Newton

Tuesday marked a milestone evening for two Robert Morris coaches

Ethan Morrison March 2, 2022

For the majority of the regular season, the Robert Morris women's basketball team was missing a key member of their team, and that was head coach Charlie Buscaglia. Buscaglia only coached this season's first few games before going out with a non-COVID-related...

Michael Green III celebrates a basket against Youngstown State. Photo credit: Melanie Hulse

Colonials upset Youngstown State in first round of Horizon League Tournament

Ethan Morrison March 1, 2022

YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO– Robert Morris came into the first round of the Keeps Horizon League Tournament 7-23, but it was a new day for the Colonials as the calendar turned to March. Robert Morris came out firing on all cylinders as they led by as much as...

Kahliel Spear celebrates a dunk against Milwaukee. Photo credit: Justin Newton

Kahliel Spear named to All-Horizon League Third Team

Ethan Morrison February 28, 2022

On Monday, the Horizon League unveiled their all-league teams, and senior forward Kahliel Spear was named to the Third Team. Spear has been a dominant presence on the offensive end of the floor, eclipsing his career-high in points twice this year,...

Adou Thiero celebrates an and-one against Lincoln Park. Photo credit: Tyler Gallo

Big efforts highlight day one of WPIAL semifinals

Ethan Morrison February 26, 2022

For the first time since 2020, the UPMC Events Center hosted WPIAL semifinal games and they did not disappoint. Today, the WPIAL 3A semifinal game between Quaker Valley and Lincoln Park opened up today's slate followed by the first half of the 6A semifinals...

Photo Credit: Ethan Morrison

UPMC Events Center to host three WPIAL Semifinal games

Ethan Morrison, News Editor February 24, 2022

On Thursday morning, the WPIAL announced that three WPIAL semi-final games would be played at the UPMC Events Center this Saturday. The WPIAL boys 4A matchup will kick off the afternoon slate as in Class 4A Quaker Valley will take on Lincoln Park at...

Charlotte Grover gets set to throw to first base. Photo credit: Ally Yovetich

Charlotte Grover named Horizon League Softball Player of the Week

Ethan Morrison February 22, 2022

Robert Morris is off to their best start in program history, posting a 9-1 overall record. The team keeps bringing in the hardware as, after a 5-0 weekend at the Winthrop Invitational, Charlotte Grover was named Horizon League Softball Player of the Week. Over...

The Toole Shed: The Homestretch (2/16/22)

The Toole Shed: The Homestretch (2/16/22)

Ethan Morrison and Tyler Gallo February 16, 2022

Ethan and Tyler are back on the Toole Shed to discuss this past week in RMU basketball as well as preview the final two home games of the season for Robert Morris.

Joel Gray discusses upcoming Sports Management Summit

Joel Gray discusses upcoming Sports Management Summit

Ethan Morrison, News Editor February 16, 2022

On Friday, Feb. 18, the UPMC Events Center is hosting the 45th annual Sports Management Summit which features professionals around the Pittsburgh region and gives students the opportunity to connect network with those professionals. RMU Sentry Media...

Sports Management Pre-Summit Sit-down: Joel Gray

Sports Management Pre-Summit Sit-down: Joel Gray

Ethan Morrison, News Editor February 16, 2022

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0XuU6cPxpK3HNRFIcxhyJx?si=97e76e2260994b4d Ethan Morrison sits down with Robert Morris alumnus Joel Gray to discuss his time at Robert Morris as well as his thoughts on the Sports Management Summit and his position...

Clemente Bridge (Photo Credit Bailey Noel RMU Sentry Media)

Roberto Clemente Bridge closed 22 months to undergo rehabilitation project

Ethan Morrison, News Editor February 14, 2022

Commuters will have to find an alternative route as on Monday the Roberto Clemente Sixth Street Bridge closed to undergo a $34.3 million bridge rehabilitation project. The project is expected to be completed in December 2023. The project will include...

Michael Green drives to the hoop at Youngstown State. Photo Credit: Gabriella Rankin

Kahliel Spear scores career-high 27 points, Robert Morris waddles past YSU

Ethan Morrison February 13, 2022

YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO– Robert Morris (7-19, 5-12 Horizon) was on a two-game skid after losing both their home games to start off the week against Detroit Mercy and Oakland. On the other side, Youngstown State (16-11, 10-7) was in the midst of a six-game...

Antoine Davis looks up after scoring his 2,500th career point on Wednesday. Photo Credit: Tyler Gallo

Antoine Davis surpasses 2,500 career points, adds another record to his mantle

Ethan Morrison February 10, 2022

It's no secret that Antoine Davis has enjoyed bushels of success at the Division I level. The NCAA's leading scorer took a trip to Moon last night and had another milestone up his sleeve. Davis has certainly enjoyed the matchup between the Titans and...

Enoch Cheeks sets up against Milwaukee. Photo credit: Justin Newton

Enoch Cheeks takes massive leap from freshman to sophomore season

Ethan Morrison February 9, 2022

When sophomore guard Enoch Cheeks stepped foot onto the campus of Robert Morris in the summer of 2020, there was a lot of uncertainty surrounding the realm of college basketball. The COVID-19 pandemic swept the nation, forcing many schools to push their...

The Toole Shed: Home Sweep Home

Tyler Gallo and Ethan Morrison February 3, 2022

The Toole Shed is back as Ethan and Tyler discuss Robert Morris' two wins from this past weekend against Milwaukee and Green Bay as well as break down the team's next two games against UIC and IUPUI.  

Josh Williams celebrates a three-pointer in the NEC Semifinals against LIU. Photo credit: David Auth

#FormerColonialWatch: Josh Williams inks first pro deal with KK Feniks 2010

Ethan Morrison February 2, 2022

SKOPJE, NORTH MACEDONIA– Two years after Josh Williams graduated from Robert Morris, the former Colonials guard inked the first pro deal of his young career, signing with KK Feniks 2010 of the Macedonian Superleague. Williams spent his first two seasons...

TJ Wainwright during his official visit to Robert Morris. Photo credit: Max Haberberger

TJ Wainwright breaks down Robert Morris official visit

Ethan Morrison and Tyler Gallo February 1, 2022

Over the weekend, three-star recruit and Montverde Academy (FL) attendee TJ Wainwright made his official visit to Robert Morris, taking in their game against Green Bay while also getting a chance to experience campus. Wainwright is a 6-foot-2, 170-pound...

Aftermath of the Fern Hollow Bridge Collapse (Photo Credit: RMU Sentry Media: Bailey Noel)

BREAKING: Pittsburgh Public Safety provides update on Fern Hollow Bridge

Ethan Morrison, News Editor January 31, 2022

UPDATE: Jan. 31, 5:29 p.m.:  Crews have removed the bus from the collapse site. Feb. 2, 10:26 a.m.: The public observation area that was opened to the public on Monday has been closed indefinitely effective immediately for remediation. Clayton...

Frick Park will be closed until the Fern Hollow Bridge scene is secure. (Photo Credit RMU Sentry Media Megan Shandel)

Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey to sign Declaration Disaster for Fern Hollow Bridge

Ethan Morrison, News Editor January 30, 2022

PITTSBURGH -- On Sunday afternoon, the city of Pittsburgh announced that mayor Ed Gainey will sign a Declaration of Disaster Emergency for the Fern Hollow Bridge collapse that occurred on Friday. The declaration will increase the availability of federal...

Kahliel Spear slams home a dunk in RMUs 77-53 victory. Photo credit: Justin Newton

Robert Morris plays their best basketball all year, rolls past Milwaukee

Ethan Morrison January 27, 2022

MOON TOWNSHIP– After dropping two games on the road, Robert Morris (4-16, 2-9 Horizon) looked to get back on the right foot as they opened up a brief two-game homestand against a Patrick Baldwin Jr.-less Milwaukee (7-14, 5-7) squad. RMU played some...

Chase Cook sets up against Deshon Parker of Cleveland State. Photo credit: Tyler Gallo

From walk-on to scholarship, Chase Cook is making an impact at D-I level

Ethan Morrison January 27, 2022

Not many players have the opportunity to earn a Division I scholarship as a preferred walk-on, but for Robert Morris guard Chase Cook, he got that opportunity halfway through his sophomore season. After not seeing a second of action during the 2020-21...

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Aliquippa football wins PIAA appeal

Ethan Morrison, News Editor January 27, 2022

ALIQUIPPA Pa. -- Over the past several years the Aliquippa High School football program has had to play up multiple sections because of the PIAA competitive balance formula. But on Wednesday, Aliquippa won their second appeal to stay down in PIAA Class...

Winter Storm Izzy dumps almost a half a foot of snow at Robert Morris

Robert Morris hits the ground running at start of spring semester

Ethan Morrison, News Editor January 27, 2022

MOON TOWNSHIP -- On Dec. 30, Robert Morris University announced that all students would be required to participate in COVID-19 intake testing to return to in-person classes for the Spring 2022 semester. The university began testing students on Jan....

Volleyball meets with assistant (now head) coach Danny Doherty during a timeout against Duquesne. Photo credit: Tyler Gallo

Danny Doherty ushers in new era of Robert Morris volleyball

Ethan Morrison January 25, 2022

At the end of the 2021 season, Robert Morris said goodbye to some generational talent in the program as Nikolette Zanolli, Alyson Londot and Emma Granger, who will all graduate at the end of this academic year. The team also has a new coach at the helm...

CSN Wrap Up: Cleveland State downs Robert Morris 75-68

Ethan Morrison and Justin Newton January 23, 2022

Ethan Morrison recaps all the sights and sounds from Robert Morris' loss at the Wolstein Center this afternoon.

Michael Green III drives past Deshon Parker of Cleveland State. Photo credit: Tyler Gallo

Robert Morris falls in Cleveland

Ethan Morrison January 23, 2022

CLEVELAND– After getting boat raced in Fort Wayne, Robert Morris (3-16, 1-9 Horizon) looked to get back in the win column Sunday afternoon against Cleveland State (13-4, 9-1). After a strong first half and a good start to the second, the Colonials...

The Toole Shed: Brandon Stone

Tyler Gallo, Ethan Morrison, and Samuel Goldberg January 21, 2022

Brandon Stone sits down with CSN reporter Samuel Goldberg to discuss the team's season thus far. Also, Ethan and Tyler discuss the end to the team's Horizon League losing streak and what's up next as the Colonials hit the road for a brief two-game road...

Tavin Harville gets ready to play against Campbell. Photo credit: Justin Newton

Tavin Harville to enter NFL draft

Ethan Morrison January 17, 2022

On Sunday, graduate defensive back Tavin Harville has announced that he is entering his name into the NFL draft, announcing via his Instagram page, thanking teammates, coaches and family. This announcement comes just a day after he appeared in the SPIRAL...

Wasyn Rice sets up for a faceoff against RIT. Photo credit: Ethan Morrison

Former RMU Defender Wasyn Rice commits to UPEI

Ethan Morrison January 14, 2022

Former RMU defender Wasyn Rice committed to the University of Prince Edward Island to continue her academic and athletic career, the Canadian university announced Friday. Rice returns to her homeland after spending three seasons with Robert Morris...

The Wheatley Cafe is now open for the spring Semester (Photo Credit: Bailey Noel: Chief Photographer)

Wheatley Cafe reopens for Spring semester

Ethan Morrison, News Editor January 14, 2022

MOON TOWNSHIP - As the spring semester kicks off, the Wheatley Cafe has now been open to all students, faculty, and staff, the university announced Friday. There are still no food service options as there were in previous years but there are new vending...