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Colonial Sports Network has had the privilege of getting to cover Division I Robert...
Nick Hedderick, Ethan Morrison, and Austin Bechtold sit down with head coach Andy Toole to discuss his career prior to becoming head coach at Robert Morris and the team's first season in the Horizon League.
Austin Bechtold, Tyler Gallo, Nick Hedderick and Ethan Morrison interview Bucknell transfer Kahliel Spear on this episode of the Toole Shed to discuss transferring and his success at Robert Morris.
Austin, Nick, Ethan, and Tyler discuss AJ Bramah transfer news, recap their series against Oakland, and preview the final regular season series against Detroit Mercy.
Bernard Clark has had a battle-hardened path to where he stands today as the head coach of RMU football. He played for one of the most dominant college football teams of the 1980s, became a third-round draft pick in the NFL, and worked his way up the...
On today's episode of The Toole Shed, Austin Bechtold, Nick Hedderick, Tyler Gallo, Ethan Morrison are joined by Chris Cappella of Chronicling The Colonials to discuss RMU's tough six game losing streak and losses to Wright State in Dayton.
Welcome to the the 'The Toole shed,' our new Robert Morris basketball and hockey podcast. Every Sunday, Tyler Gallo, Austin Bechtold, Ethan Morrison and myself will catch you up on the latest in the world of Colonial athletics.
On this week's show:...
HUNTINGTON, W. Va.-- Much like a box of chocolates, you never know what you are going to get when it comes to the ever-changing Robert Morris men's basketball schedule. The Colonials (1-0) have added a game against the Marshall Thundering Herd (4-1) that...
Austin, Nick and Tyler discuss the waiver of Kahliel Spear being denied and scheduling changes for the men's basketball team. They also give brief analysis on the team's opening games.
RMU football’s schedule has finally been released to the masses.
The slate of games represents more of a sprint rather than a marathon; featuring just five games in total.
Of those five games, four are against Big South competition. The Colonials...
It has all built up to this moment.
After a historic season ended due to a global pandemic, a move to the Horizon League, and a summer of uncertainty, the Robert Morris men’s basketball team finally knows their full schedule.
The Horizon League released...
RMU Sentry Media, Society of Collegiate Journalists (SCJ), and RMU-TV proudly present the 2020 Presidential Election Coverage on November 3rd, 2020. Coverage will be for four hours starting at 8pm with breaking news in election results, interviews, and...
Rather than hard news and election coverage, the Where's the News? crew talks hotdogs, Pittsburgh and documentaries with special guest Rick Sebak. Tune in for fun stories, Steel City Secrets and cylindrical meat.
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CINCINNATI-- With the recent signings of Jake Coleman, Luke Lynch, and Justin Kapelmaster to ECHL teams, it is clear that RMU men’s hockey can produce talent capable of playing at the next level.
Earlier today, it was announced that former Colonials’...
Nick Hedderick, Colonial Sports Network Editor in Chief
• September 20, 2020
So, am I going to get a confession from you that you like Nickelback, or are you content with being a liar?
It is time to stop fooling ourselves and admit that the Canadian rock band was an instrumental (yeah, I meant to do that) part of our lives...
On this week's newscast, the top stories include pending charges against those who burned police vehicles in Pittsburgh, COVID-19 updates for RMU's campus and a socially distanced Halloween in Disney World.
Broadcast live from the RMU-TV Studio on...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- After a 4-2 start to their 2020 campaign, the Robert Morris men's lacrosse team saw their season come to a premature end due to COVID-19.
The cancellation may have prevented RMU from both a third consecutive NEC Tournament title and NCAA...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- For the past four years, it was impossible to attend an RMU women's basketball game without noticing the force that was Nneka Ezeigbo.
From her dominance in the paint to her tenacity on the boards, Ezeigbo quickly became one of the most...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- For the last four years, it was impossible to attend an RMU women's basketball game without noticing the force that was Nneka Ezeigbo.
From her dominance in the paint to her tenacity on the boards, Ezeigbo quickly became one of the...
MOON TOWNSHIP - Students at Robert Morris University may have noticed that prices at campus eateries are considerably higher than those at local stores.
Whether students are buying a snack, meal or stocking up on food for their own on-campus apartments,...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- On Saturday, the Robert Morris men's basketball team (15-12, 11-3 NEC) fell by just one point to Fairleigh Dickinson (8-16, 6-7 NEC), 72-71.
During the final seconds of the game, Josh Williams was run over by FDU's Kaleb Bishop during...
On this episode of "Where's the News?," Matthew Kramer talks about inspiring kids to learn more about STEM fields. The group also talks about the Grammy's, strange occurrences in Pittsburgh, the death of Kobe Bryant and Garret's desire to kick Baby Yoda.
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MOON TOWNSHIP-- With half of Northeast Conference play behind them, the RMU women's basketball team (14-6, 9-0 NEC) is attempting to remain perfect in 2020. The rest of the NEC is certainly trying to knock the Colonials off of their pedestal, which is...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- Announcing the brand new Colonial Sports Network, your home for everything RMU sports and more!
Colonial Sports Network is a one-of-a-kind, student-run converged sports media outlet for Robert Morris University. It adheres to the Journalism...
In the newest episode of Where's the News?, the hosts talk about Ozzy Osborne's new diagnosis, the latest in the Antonio Brown saga, the spread of the coronavirus and the impeachment of Donald Trump. They also address the Gritty conspiracy and predict...
The hosts of "Where's the News?" come together after the winter break to discuss their personal lives and projects their working on. After catching up, the group talks about impeachment, the newest Penn State scandal and the scheduling at the UPMC...
Editor’s Note: All opinions on RMU Sentry Media are the writer’s own.
As another semester begins here at Robert Morris University, winter sports are in full swing, while spring sports are just around the corner. With all of this in mind, let's...
Editor’s Note: All opinions on Colonial Sports Network are the writer’s own.
As another semester begins here at Robert Morris University, winter sports are in full swing, while spring sports are just around the corner. With all of this in mind, let's...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- Isabella Posset wasted no time making an impression on the Robert Morris women's basketball team (11-6, 6-0 NEC). The sophomore worked her way into the starting lineup by the ninth game of the season in 2018-2019, reaching the milestone...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- Isabella Posset wasted no time making an impression on the Robert Morris women's basketball team (11-6, 6-0 NEC). The sophomore worked her way into the starting lineup by the ninth game of the season in 2018-2019, reaching the milestone...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- The Robert Morris Colonials (9-10, 5-1 NEC) wrapped up a four-game homestand with a win over the Sacred Heart Pioneers (10-9, 3-3 NEC). RMU pulled away late in the game to secure a, 67-55 win. Junior forward AJ Bramah had a historic night...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- It is important to make the most out of your home games, and the Robert Morris women's basketball team (11-6, 6-0 NEC) did just that on Monday. Backed by 24 points, a season-high, from Nneka Ezeigbo, the Colonials emphatically closed out...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- It is important to make the most out of your home games, and the Robert Morris women's basketball team (11-6, 6-0 NEC) did just that on Monday. Backed by 24 points, a season-high, from Nneka Ezeigbo, the Colonials emphatically closed out...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- In early November, it was announced that long-time women's soccer coach, John Kowalski, would not have his contract renewed after it expired later this year. It was also reported that RMU would begin looking for Kowalski's replacement...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- In early November, it was announced that long-time women's soccer coach, John Kowalski, would not have his contract renewed after it expired later this year. It was also reported that RMU would begin looking for Kowalski's replacement...
In the finale of the "Where's the News?" Star Wars marathon, the host share their thoughts about the Disney sequels and predictions for "The Rise of Skywalker." Topics include Disney's influence on the writing, the problems and successes of Rian Johnson's...
Continuing their journey through the "Star Wars" series, the hosts of Where's The News? arrive at the original trilogy of films. Topics include strange character introductions, the iconic aura of Darth Vader and the strange inclusion of the Ewok tribes...
In this special episode of Where's the News, the hosts talk about the Star Wars prequel movies. Some of the topics include the art of lightsaber battles, questionable dialogue choices and sheer rage over the creation of Jar Jar Binks.
MOON TOWNSHIP-- With their non-conference slate nearing its end, the Robert Morris men's basketball team (3-8) faces a formidable opponent in Central Michigan (7-4) on Tuesday at the UPMC Events Center.
Recapping the Colonials
Robert Morris has not...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- The Robert Morris men's basketball team (2-8) is no stranger to players transferring out of the program. Notable players such as Koby Thomas and Chris Coalmon, for example, transferred over the summer. Now, DJ Russell has entered the NCAA...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- The Robert Morris men's basketball team (2-8) is no stranger to players transferring out of the program. Notable players such as Koby Thomas and Chris Coalmon, for example, transferred over the summer. Now, DJ Russell has entered the NCAA...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- Last week, it was announced that the NEC Volleyball Championship was going to take place at the North Athletic Complex due to a scheduling conflict at the UPMC Events Center.Earlier today, however, it was announced that the tournament...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- Last week, it was announced that the NEC Volleyball Championship was going to take place at the North Athletic Complex due to a scheduling conflict at the UPMC Events Center.
Earlier today, however, it was announced that the tournament...
On this episode of Where's the News?, the hosts discuss the recent winning streak for RMU football, streaming services, the horrors of winter in Western Pennsylvania and a string of fast food related violence.
On this episode of Where's the News?, the hosts discuss the controversial choices made by the American Music Awards. After that, they discuss the even more controversial rumor of the Steelers' potential trade for Le'veon Bell. The group also talks...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- As announced in a press release earlier this week, John Kowalski will not be returning as the women's soccer coach next season. Director of Athletics, Chris King, announced that Kowalski, who has spent 19 years as the head coach of the...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- As announced in a press release earlier this week, John Kowalski will not be returning as the women's soccer coach next season.
Director of Athletics, Chris King, announced that Kowalski, who has spent 19 years as the head coach of...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- Following a win over the Bryant Bulldogs (2-7, 1-3 NEC) last weekend, the Robert Morris football team (4-4, 3-0 NEC) seeks yet another win in conference play. Their 3-0 start to NEC play is the team's best since 2010 when they ultimately...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- Following a win over the Bryant Bulldogs (2-7, 1-3 NEC) last weekend, the Robert Morris football team (4-4, 3-0 NEC) seeks yet another win in conference play. Their 3-0 start to NEC play is the team's best since 2010 when they ultimately...
The hosts take a break from the news cycle to celebrate Halloween, diving into the topic of cheesy horror movies and sharing scary stories in the dimly lit recording studio.
On the newest episode of Where's the News?, the hosts discuss Star Wars, the Pirates management, Breaking Benjamin's "Diary of Jane," and the reopening of the Tree of Life synagogue. They are also joined by special guest Malyk Johnson, who talks about...
On this episode of "Where's the News?," Garret talks about the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's Class of 2020. After that, Nick talks about a mix of Pittsburgh and RMU sports. John Blinn finishes the show talking about the international conflict with...
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Following their first win over the Saint Francis Red Flash (3-3, 1-1 NEC) since 2011, the Robert Morris football team (2-4, 1-0 NEC) looks to win consecutive conference games for the first time since 2013 on Saturday. Standing in...
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Following their first win over the Saint Francis Red Flash (3-3, 1-1 NEC) since 2011, the Robert Morris football team (2-4, 1-0 NEC) looks to win consecutive conference games for the first time since 2013 on Saturday. Standing in...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- After a solid showing against no. 2 Minnesota (6-0, 2-0 WCHA), the Robert Morris women's hockey team (2-2-0) finds themselves ranked 10th in the United States College Hockey Online (USCHO) poll.The Colonials battled hard against the Golden...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- After a solid showing against no. 2 Minnesota (6-0, 2-0 WCHA), the Robert Morris women's hockey team (2-2-0) finds themselves ranked 10th in the United States College Hockey Online (USCHO) poll.
The Colonials battled hard against the...
LORETTO, PA-- The Robert Morris football team (2-4, 1-0 NEC) hadn't defeated Saint Francis (3-3, 1-1 NEC) since the 2011 season. In addition to that, the Colonials hadn't won an NEC game since 2016. But streaks are meant to be broken, and thanks to a...
LORETTO, PA-- The Robert Morris football team (2-4, 1-0 NEC) hadn't defeated Saint Francis (3-3, 1-1 NEC) since the 2011 season. In addition to that, the Colonials hadn't won an NEC game since 2016. But streaks are meant to be broken, and thanks to a...
Loretto, PA-- After closing out non-conference play with a 45-10 loss against a ranked Youngstown State team (4-1, 0-1 MVFC), the Robert Morris football team (1-4, 0-0 NEC) turns their attention towards Saint Francis University (3-2, 1-0 NEC) to begin...
Loretto, PA-- After closing out non-conference play with a 45-10 loss against a ranked Youngstown State team (4-1, 0-1 MVFC), the Robert Morris football team (1-4, 0-0 NEC) turns their attention towards Saint Francis University (3-2, 1-0 NEC) to begin...
On the official first episode of "Where's the News?," the editors discuss presidential copyright strikes, James Hetfield's return to rehab and the results of the ongoing investigation into Mac Miller's death. They also discuss some local...
YOUNGSTOWN, OH-- Following their first win of the season, the Robert Morris football team (1-3) looks to win back-to-back games for the first time since 2013 when they take on Youngstown State (3-0). The Penguins have not been kind to the Colonials in...
When you mention pop-punk band blink-182, you are sure to get a big reaction from people. Sometimes, that reaction is a positive one due to the number of popular singles the band released in the early 2000s like "What's My Age Again" and "All The Small...
LEXINGTON, Va. -- After an 0-3 start to the season, the Robert Morris football team hits the road for their first of four straight road games. The first team to welcome the Colonials are the Keydets of the Virginia Military Institute (2-1). Robert Morris...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- After a stunning loss to Kentucky State (1-0) last week, the Robert Morris football team (0-2) will look to make a statement against the Flyers of Dayton (1-0) on Saturday. In addition to these two teams meeting up once again, this will...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- As 2019 began, the UPMC Events Center was still under construction and taking shape. Fast forward to today, and the arena has hosted numerous concerts and the dominant start to the volleyball team's season. Now, exactly two months before...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- The Robert Morris football team (0-1) is looking to get their first win of the season on Saturday when they take on the Kentucky State Thorobreds (0-0). This matchup will serve as their home opener, a game that the Colonials have won two...
PITTSBURGH-- Former RMU football standout, Marcelis Branch, was released by the Pittsburgh Steelers earlier this afternoon as first reported by Ian Rapoport.
Branch was a member of the Falcons practice squad in 2017 and he was then signed to a reserve/future...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- Robert Morris offers over 15 club sports for students to participate in. From rugby to bowling, there is no doubt that anyone can find a club sport that they can enjoy. Today, the new track and cross country club announced that they have...
BUFFALO, NY-- Robert Morris begins a new football season under the lights on Thursday when they take on the Buffalo Bulls. The Colonials look to improve on their 2-9 record from last season by upsetting the heavily favored Bulls on their home turf. What...
MOON TOWNSHIP-- It was a super Saturday for the Robert Morris men's lacrosse team (7-7, 4-2 NEC) as they defeated Hobart (10-4, 4-2 NEC) to clinch a spot in the NEC Tournament. The overtime thriller saw the Colonials take down their conference foe in...
Chris Coalmon will be entering the transfer portal as first reported by Pittsburgh Sports Now.
MOON TOWNSHIP-- The Robert Morris men's basketball team will be losing another player this offseason. Chris Coalmon will be entering the NCAA transfer portal...
MOON TOWNSHIP -- The winter sports season is rapidly approaching its end, and the Robert Morris women’s basketball team (18-10, 15-2 NEC) will conclude their regular season on Thursday against Saint Francis University (14-15, 11-6 NEC). RMU has...
BUFFALO, N.Y. — It is hard to believe, but the college hockey season is quickly approaching the finish line. This week will be the College Hockey America (CHA) Tournament. This tournament will take place at the HarborCenter in Buffalo, New York. The...
Loretto, Pa. -- The Robert Morris men’s basketball team (13-13, 8-5 NEC) will look to string together some wins as they enter the final five games of their regular season starting on Saturday when they take on Saint Francis (13-11, 9-4 NEC). RMU has...
Are the Blue Devils RMU's krypotnite? Nick Hedderick makes his long awaited return from injury. Luke and Sam make a friendly wager on the possibility of an undefeated season.
MOON TOWNSHIP -- The Robert Morris football team is looking to make a statement in the NEC as a top contender as they enter their second season with Bernard Clark Jr. at the helm. Today, the Colonials had seven players commit to the team. Four of the...
TEANACK, N.J. -- The Robert Morris women’s basketball team (11-8, 8-0 NEC) will hit the road this weekend to take on the Fairleigh Dickinson Knights (6-13, 3-5 NEC). RMU has been nothing short of dominant so far this season in conference play. They...
TORONTO — Robert Morris women's hockey all-time points leader, Brittany Howard, has been named to the Team Canada roster. The 2018 RMU grad joins the main team roster for the first time in her career.
The roster was released today as Team Canada...
PITTSBURGH -- The Robert Morris football team has found themselves in the news quite frequently as of late. Many talented recruits have been committing to the team, as the Colonials gear up for season number two under Bernard Clark Jr.
Now, a former...
LOUISVILLE— The Robert Morris men’s basketball team (4-7) will look to head into Christmas with a huge upset win over Louisville (8-3) under their belt. RMU has been on a skid as of late, losing five out of their last six games. The Cardinals, on...
ERIE, Pa. -- The Robert Morris men’s hockey team (5-6-1, 4-3-1 AHC) fired on all cylinders in their 7-1 win against the Mercyhurst Lakers (5-7-2, 3-4-1 AHC) on Saturday. This performance completed a series weekend sweep over the Lakers. During this...
MOON TOWNSHIP -- The Robert Morris football team (2-8, 0-5 NEC) will host the Wagner Seahawks (3-7, 2-3 NEC) in the Colonials’ season finale. RMU fell to Western Kentucky in heartbreaking fashion last week, as they lost their 23-16 halftime lead en...
BOWLING GREEN, Oh. -- The Robert Morris women’s basketball team (1-2, 0-0) will look to get their record back up to .500 this Saturday when they take on Bowling Green State University (1-1, 0-0). In their most recent game, the Colonials fell to Rhode...
The Around the Rim team is back as they discuss the women's basketball team and Bella Posset. Is Bella Posset going to live up to the hype? Listen to find out.
FAIRFEILD, Conn. -- The Robert Morris football team (2-6, 0-4) will hit the road this week after splitting their two-game home stand. Their opponents are the Sacred Heart Pioneers (5-3, 3-0), who have won their last two games. Their most recent game was...
Luke Yost, Samuel Anthony and Nick Hedderick are back for season two of Around the Rim. The new cast previews the upcoming season for RMU women's basketball.
MOON TOWNSHIP -- The Robert Morris football team (2-5, 0-3) will enter their game this weekend coming off a victory for the first time in more than a month. The Colonials' four-game losing streak was ended last week after they knocked off the Central...
The United States hard/blues rock band Greta Van Fleet released their highly anticipated debut album titled “Anthem of the Peaceful Army” last Friday. Hailing from Michigan, the band consists of three brothers, Josh (Vocals), Jake (Guitar) and Sam...
The Robert Morris football team (1-5, 0-3) will return to Joe Walton Stadium this weekend to host the Central State Marauders (3-4, 1-3). Central State is a Division-II program, the second one Robert Morris will host this season. The Colonials last game...
Before getting into the details of the upcoming rivalry game between Duquesne and Robert Morris, I would first like to offer my condolences to the friends and family of Marquis Brown. Brown was a running back for Duquesne who passed away last Thursday....
For the first time in nearly a month, the Robert Morris football team will have a game at home. The Colonials (1-3, 0-1) will welcome the defending NEC Champions, Central Connecticut State (2-3, 0-0) to Joe Walton Stadium on Saturday.
This will also...
