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The RMU Women's Basketball team huddles up during the media timeout. Moon Twp, PA Jan. 28, 2019. (RMU Sentry Media/Samuel Anthony)

Colonials ready for the challenge of Louisville

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony March 22, 2019

LOUISVILLE -- "I think this game we're ready. We're prepared," said RMU senior guard Nia Adams. "We're doing all we can to just compete and go out there and just play the game like we know how to." For those that do not know, the Colonials come into...

The bench celebrates after a Nina Augustin three-pointer. Loretto, PA Feb. 18, 2019. (RMU Sentry Media/Samuel Anthony)

Youth not a concern for Colonials: ‘They’re basically not freshman anymore’

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony March 21, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- "Our freshman and sophomores play a lot of minutes. They're not really freshman. They know that and they know their abilities and what we can do as a team," said RMU women's basketball senior Nia Adams. She had just been asked about...

Nneka Ezeigbo drives to the basket in the NEC championship game. Moon Township, PA March 17, 2019. (David Auth/RMU Sentry Media)

Louisville impressed by Robert Morris defense: ‘That’s what you want to play against’

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony March 21, 2019

LOUISVILLE -- The Robert Morris Colonials come into their sixth-ever NCAA tournament appearance with the 12th ranked scoring defense in the nation. The Colonials have stifled their opponents to just 54.6 points game including only allowing one conference...

Isabella Posset fires off a shot just before the end of the first quarter. Moon Township, PA March 17, 2019. (David Auth/RMU Sentry Media)

The much anticipated arrival of Isabella Posset

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony March 21, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- "I want you to understand, Bella Posset commited to us as a sophomore. This was a long-time coming," said RMU women's basketball head coach Charlie Buscaglia as he sat upon the podium after his Colonials had just defeated the Saint Francis...

[Video] Coach Buscaglia: Preparation stays the same for Louisville

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony March 20, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- The University of Louisville Cardinals have lost just three games all season. Two of those losses have come at the hands of the Notre Dame Irish, a team currently ranked third in the nation and is one of the three other one-seeds besides...

Esther Castedo hits clutch three late in the NEC championship game. March 17, 2019 Moon Township, PA (David Auth/RMU Sentry Media)

Freshman Castedo proves to be unlikely postseason hero heading into NCAA tournament

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony March 20, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP — It is those truly impactful moments in a game when everything seems to move in slow motion. In a basketball game, the ball leaves the hands of the shooter as it seems to spend an eternity in mid-air. For the Robert Morris Colonials,...

ESPN blunder doesn’t hinder Colonials excitement for NCAA tournament

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony March 19, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- ESPN made possibly the biggest mistake it could have before the NCAA Women's Basketball Selection show on Monday evening.  About three hours before the network's scheduled selection show broadcast. The so-called "Worldwide leader in...

Coach Buscaglia wins third straight COY award; Ezeigbo earns DPOY

Coach Buscaglia wins third straight COY award; Ezeigbo earns DPOY

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony March 11, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- In three seasons as the head coach of Robert Morris women's basketball, Charlie Buscaglia is already one NEC regular season championship away from his father's, former Robert Morris women's basketball head coach Sal Buscaglia, total of...

Around the Rim: LIU Brooklyn

Around the Rim: LIU Brooklyn

The team talks about the upcoming LIU Brooklyn game. Also, Luke sings horrible rendition of hips don't lie and Mike bets on himself.

Since the announcement of budget cuts from the University, many students have demanded answers from their University administration.

Students: ‘Did I make the right choice to come to Robert Morris University?’

Samuel Anthony, Digital Content Manager February 22, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP - Since the Town Hall on Jan. 29 in which RMU President Christopher B. Howard announced that the university needed to cut $4-5 million in payroll, there has been concern from the students at Robert Morris University as to the futures of...

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Koby Thomas dunks against LIU Brooklyn on Febuary 21, 2019 (Mike Evans/RMU Sentry Media). This was the signature moment in the team's win.

Thomas, Colonials dunk on Blackbirds

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony February 22, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Koby Thomas, playing his first home game in front of the Colonials faithful in nearly three months, found himself alone on the breakaway. It was a moment that many at Robert Morris (14-14, 9-6 NEC) had waited all season to see. The human...

Jade Johnson provides formidable challenge as Colonials close in on top seed in NEC Tournament

[Video] Jade Johnson provides formidable challenge as Colonials close in on top seed in NEC Tournament

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony February 20, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP — The University of Connecticut held Saint Francis' Jessica Kovatch, the all-time leading scorer in the history of the Northeast Conference, to just nine points in the first round of the 2018 NCAA tournament. When Kovatch faced Robert...

Ikematsu has gone up against some of the best in the nation including Saint Francis' Jessica Kovatch. Photo Credit: Samuel Anthony

OPINION: A season defining match-up is in store for RMU women’s basketball

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony February 18, 2019

Editor's Note: All opinions on RMU Sentry Media are the writer's own. LORETTO, Pa. -- An 11-game winning streak typically does not lead to questions of future successes. But the end of Robert Morris women's basketball's (14-9, 11-1 NEC) 11-game run...

Around the Rim: RMU's Kryptonite

Around the Rim: RMU’s Kryptonite

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.

Nadege Pluviose gets boxed out by her defender. Moon Twp, PA Jan. 28, 2019. (RMU Sentry Media/Samuel Anthony)

[Video] NEC-Unbeaten Colonials “Want to get better everyday”

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony January 31, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP — A combination of hustle plays, gritty steals, fearlessness and several more heart-filled categories are the defining factors of the Robert Morris women's basketball squad, the lone undefeated team in the Northeast Conference. 55.9...

Around the Rim S2 E3: The big game

Around the Rim S2 E3: The big game

The boys are joined by Michael Scuilli and Will Camilari to talk about the game against Sacred Heart. The guys make their picks and unanimously pick RMU to win.

Around the Rim: The perfect team

Around the Rim: The perfect team

Samuel Anthony, Luke Yost, Samuel Anthony, and Luke Yost January 22, 2019

The boys discuss if Robert Morris is the perfect team. They also talk about the possibility of a perfect conference season. Sam gives his prediction for the Wagner game.  

Weekend Round-up: Women's basketball remains undefeated in NEC; 6-0 for fourth time in program history

Weekend Round-up: Women’s basketball remains undefeated in NEC; 6-0 for fourth time in program history

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony January 21, 2019

NEW BRITAIN, Conn. -- Honoka Ikematsu opened the game with nine points in the first quarter, hitting her first four three-pointers and finishing with a game-high 19 points in the Colonials' (9-8, 6-0 NEC) 64-57 victory over the Central Connecticut Blue...

OPINION: I'm sorry, RMU women's basketball

OPINION: I’m sorry, RMU women’s basketball

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony January 16, 2019

Editor’s Note: All opinions on RMU Sentry Media are the writer’s own. MOON TOWNSHIP -- Two weeks ago, I wrote an article discussing the RMU women's basketball team's slow start to the season. I used phrases such as "Lack of consistency" and "Struggling...

The Colonials cheerleaders carry the RMU letters out onto the field before the start of the team's first home game of 2018. September, 17, 2018 (David Auth/RMU Sentry Media)

Colonials sign University of Albany transfer Mason Gray

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony January 12, 2019

The signings continue to pile up for Robert Morris football as senior defensive back Mason Gray officially committed to RMU after transferring from the University of Albany. The decision for Gray to transfer came after missing his senior season at...

Megan Callahan looking for a pass against Central Connecticut State January 30, 2018 (RMU Sentry Media/Morgan Torchia)

Megan Callahan out for the season for Colonials

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony January 5, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- After missing the past three games, a team official confirmed Saturday that sophomore guard Megan Callahan will miss the rest of the season for Robert Morris women's basketball. During her freshman year, Callahan started in 32 of the...

Photo credit: Samuel Anthony

OPINION: Charlie Buscaglia’s third season is off to a bumpy start

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony January 4, 2019

Editor's Note: All opinions on RMU Sentry Media are the writer's own.  MOON TOWNSHIP— Charlie Buscaglia spent his first two seasons as head coach of Robert Morris women's basketball shattering records while turning this RMU squad into essentially...

Photo credit: David Auth

Top five RMU sports stories of 2018

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony January 1, 2019

As the end of the 2018 year comes around, it is time for RMU Sentry Media to reflect on the year that was, all the biggest moments and some of the most shocking defeats. But what 2018 did give us was some of the most thrilling and feel-good stories which...

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Strong third period not enough as Yellow Jackets sting Colonials

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony December 29, 2018

SPRINGFIELD, Ma. -- In a game defined by the ability of the Yellow Jackets to respond quickly to any adversity, the Robert Morris Colonials (7-9-1, 6-6-1 AHC) fell to the AIC Yellow Jackets (8-7-1, 8-4-1 AHC) by the score of 4-3 after a late power-play...

On Christmas Eve, the Colonials have brought in their eighth recruit of Bernard Clark's first complete class as head coach. Moon Twp. (Michael Evans/RMU Sentry Media)

Colonials sign JUCO transfer lineman on Christmas Eve

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony December 27, 2018

MOON TOWNSHIP— After bringing in seven new future Colonials on Early Signing day Dec. 19, the Robert Morris football team earned their eighth signing in the past week with the commitment of Junior College transfer offensive lineman Trevor Renfro. Renfro...

Former Gardner-Webb goalkeeper Grant Glorioso in action for the Bulldogs. Boiling Springs, N.C. (GWUPhotos.com/Tim Cowie)

Gardner-Webb goalkeeper Glorioso to transfer to RMU men’s soccer

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony December 21, 2018

Former North Allegheny standout goalkeeper Grant Glorioso announced on Twitter Saturday his intentions to transfer from GWU back home to the Pittsburgh area to play soccer for the Robert Morris Colonials next season. Prior to coming to Gardner-Webb,...

Sophomore lineman Frank Antuono makes the tackle during practice. Moon Twp, PA. August 24, 2018 (RMU Sentry Media/Samuel Anthony)

Sophomore lineman Antuono transfers to Westminster

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony December 21, 2018

In lieu of all the new arrivals coming with early signing day earlier in the week, the Robert Morris football team also had a departure from their 2018 squad. Sophomore lineman Frank Antuono announced on Twitter on Wednesday that he would be leaving Robert...

RMU women's basketball head coach Charlie Buscaglia looks on during a game against Youngstown State. Moon Township, PA (RMU Sentry Media/Samuel Anthony)

Taking a look at Coach Charlie Buscaglia’s top five wins en route to becoming fastest to 50 victories

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony December 20, 2018

MOON TOWNSHIP — In an early Tuesday morning match up against Delaware State, Irekpitan Ozzy-Momodu of the Robert Morris women's basketball team knocked in a basket as time was winding down to give the Colonials the 64-63 victory. The win by itself was...

Robert Morris football brings in seven new commits, bolster defense on Early Signing Day

Robert Morris football brings in seven new commits, bolster defense on Early Signing Day

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony December 19, 2018

As Early Signing Day rolls in, the Robert Morris Colonials will get a closer look at the new generation of Colonials and the very first recruiting class of the Bernard Clark Era. Through 1:20 p.m. on Early Signing Day, RMU had officially signed seven...

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Colonials run away in second half for third straight home victory

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony November 28, 2018

MOON TOWNSHIP -- It was a closely contested first half, but ultimately it was a second-half 19-0 run that jolted the Robert Morris Colonials (3-3) to a 76-56 victory over the Youngstown State Penguins (3-5). The win was Robert Morris' third straight victory...

Photo credit: David Auth

A near perfect Petteway propels the Colonials to second straight win

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony November 17, 2018

MOON TOWNSHIP— It was a sluggish start for the Colonials in this one as they missed five of their first six shots and committed four turnovers as they would trail the Delta Devils 7-3 in the first 3:30 after their 104-57 offensive explosion against...

Photo credit: David Auth

Turnovers plague Colonials in senior day blow out

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony November 17, 2018

MOON TOWNSHIP— In a matchup that seemed the be the perfect recipe for a Colonials win, the result was quite the opposite as the ineffective Robert Morris Colonials (2-9, 0-6 NEC) were crushed by the Wagner Seahawks (3-8, 3-3 NEC) 41-7. The Seahawks...

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Dominant defense propels Colonials past Explorers

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony November 11, 2018

MOON TOWNSHIP — In their home opener on Sunday, the Robert Morris women's basketball team (1-1) took the wheel and simply never looked back in a 67-39 victory over the La Salle Explorers (0-2) in just their second all-time win against the Explorers. The...

Around the Rim: Hype train

Around the Rim: Hype train

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.

The Dig: Johnny I hardly knew ya

The Dig: Johnny I hardly knew ya

In episode six, Sam and Spencer discuss the recent RMU volleyball victory over Saint Francis and what to expect for the last two games of the season.

Photo credit: David Auth

Clark: “It’s about being excellent in what we do”

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony November 2, 2018

FAIRFAX, Va. -- The Robert Morris football team (2-6, 0-4) has been officially eliminated from postseason play. The Colonials still have three games left to play including a chance to play spoiler to NEC front-runner, the Sacred Heart Pioneers (5-3, 3-0...

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Matthew Gonzalez on TD record: “It feels good”

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony November 1, 2018

MOON TOWNSHIP -- When Robert Morris tight end Matthew Gonzalez pulled down the three-yard touchdown from Jimmy Walker, he became the first Colonial to ever score 11 touchdowns in a single season, breaking the school record with still three games yet to...

Around the Rim: Role players

Around the Rim: Role players

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.

The Dig: Stayin' Alive

The Dig: Stayin’ Alive

On this week's episode of the dig, Sam and Spencer discuss RMU's surprise upset this past weekend and their chances of sneaking in to the NEC tournament.

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All-NEC lineman Fenwick set to return on Saturday

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony October 31, 2018

MOON TOWNSHIP -- After getting injured on Oct. 20 against the Central State Marauders, All-NEC preseason defensive lineman Amir Fenwick is set to make his return this weekend against Sacred Heart, after missing last week's match-up against the Saint Francis...

Robert Morris alums among those killed in Synagogue shooting

Robert Morris alums among those killed in Synagogue shooting

Samuel Anthony, Digital Content Manager October 31, 2018

MOON TOWNSHIP -- The Robert Morris University community lost one of their own in the tragic shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue on Saturday which took the lives of 11 and injured six others. Melvin Wax, 88, was a retired accountant, father, grandfather...

Sarah Lecavalier sends the puck towards the net as the Colonials battled the Saint Lawrence Saints in their first regular season series in October.

Lecavalier remains week-to-week after missing last two games

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony October 29, 2018

MOON TOWNSHIP -- After sustaining an elbow injury in the second game of their weekend series at Mercyhurst back on Oct. 20, Robert Morris women's hockey (4-5-1, 2-1-1 CHA) forward Sarah Lecavalier is listed as week-to-week heading into this weekend's...

A moment of silence was held before the RMU-RIT game on Saturday in remembrance of those lost in the day's mass shooting in Squirrel Hill

RMU athletics pays tribute to those lost in mass shooting

Samuel Anthony, Digital Content Manager October 28, 2018

The loss within the Pittsburgh community was felt from across the country and the region. And while it was a busy day for RMU Athletics on Saturday, the teams, players and coaches made sure to keep the victims and families in their thoughts and prayers. Before...

RMU President Howard releases statement regarding Squirrel Hill shooting

RMU President Howard releases statement regarding Squirrel Hill shooting

Samuel Anthony, Digital Content Manager October 27, 2018

PITTSBURGH -- After the tragic events that left 11 dead and 6 more injured at the Tree of Life Synagogue in the neighborhood of Squirrel Hill in Pittsburgh, the President of Robert Morris University, Dr. Christopher B. Howard released a statement in an...

The Dig: Bad day

The Dig: Bad day

  In episode 4, Sam and Spencer discuss the close games this past weekend, what lies ahead for Robert Morris Volleyball, and general discussion about RMU sports.

The Dig: Closing Time

The Dig: Closing Time

  On this week's episode of The Dig, Sam and Spencer discuss the past weekend of RMU volleyball, the expectations of the future and the weekly update of Houston Volleyball.

Eric McAllister discusses how RMU football's growth as a team has paid dividends on the field

[Video] Eric McAllister discusses how RMU football’s growth as a team has paid dividends on the field

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony October 13, 2018

To put it bluntly, the Robert Morris football team has been having a good year offensively. Minus the one game in which they played a far superior James Madison team, the Colonials have put up a combined 131 points in four games which is good for 32.75...

Bernard Clark works with his team in preparation for his first season at the helm.

[Video] Clark: “It’s on us as coaches” to solve defensive woes

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony October 11, 2018

Robert Morris allowed a whopping 699 yards this past weekend in their second conference match-up of the season against the Central Connecticut State Blue Devils. It was their worst defensive performance of the season, but also the third time in five...

Photo credit: David Auth

Redshirt freshman Alijah Jackson’s speed looks to be the difference for Robert Morris

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony October 6, 2018

"I just have to focus on my speed and I trust my eyes," said redshirt freshman running back Alijah Jackson of the Robert Morris football team. In the Colonials last match-up against the Bryant Bulldogs, Jackson ran for 109 yards. He became the first...

Photo Credit: Dillian Gaydos

RMU senior named foreign affairs campus coordinator by US Department of State

Samuel Anthony October 6, 2018

In a statement released on Oct 4 by the U.S. Department of State, Robert Morris University senior Dillan Gaydos was named one of the 46 foreign affairs coordinators that will be located across 34 different campuses in the United States.The statement reads,...

Colonial Sports Center: Samuel Anthony breaks down RMU football’s loss to Bryant

Logan Carney, Samuel Anthony, Logan Carney, and Samuel Anthony September 28, 2018

Logan Carney talks with Sam Anthony about RMU football as Sam breaks down the loss to Bryant.

Coach Clark says Colonials showed a lot of resilience, but tackling is still an issue

Coach Clark says Colonials showed a lot of resilience, but tackling is still an issue

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony September 27, 2018

"Our biggest takeaway is what it has always been so far this year," said RMU head football coach Bernard Clark Jr. "We haven't given up, we continue to fight." Clark is referring to the 18-point comeback mounted by the Colonials this past weekend....

Photo credit: Morgan Torchia

Issues with new website and low enrollment highlight the Robert Morris 2018 fall town hall

Samuel Anthony September 26, 2018

Members of the Robert Morris University faculty expressed their concern regarding the new university website and the low enrollment figures during the 2018 fall town hall.University president Dr. Christopher B. Howard headlined the event in the Westinghouse...

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OPINION: Robert Morris football is back

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony September 22, 2018

Editor's Note: Opinions on RMU Sentry Media are the writer's own.  A soul-crushing 49-46 defeat against the Bryant Bulldogs has many of the RMU faithful feeling lost and defeated on Saturday afternoon. But what people don't see is what this loss symbolizes:...

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Shootout in Smithfield falls short for Colonials

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony September 22, 2018

Smithfield, RI -- In an offensive shootout to debut NEC play in 2018, the Robert Morris Colonials would find their 17-point comeback fall short at the hands of the Bryant Bulldogs as a late touchdown would give Bryant the 49-46 victory at home in Smithfield,...

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President of Arby’s Rob Lynch visits RMU

Samuel Anthony September 19, 2018

Pittsburgh native and the president of the notable fast food restaurant Arby's, Rob Lynch was on Robert Morris's campus on Tuesday to speak with over 150 students who filled Hopwood Hall to the brim of its capacity. Lynch took the audience through...

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Fanck’s first career goal lifts Colonials to first victory of the season

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony September 15, 2018

Moon Townsip, PA — The Robert Morris Colonials (1-5-1) shut down the La Salle Explorers (2-5) and battled their way to their very first win of the season as they narrowly defeated the Explorers 1-0. The offense was a commodity that was hard to find...

Round-up: Dukes stomp Colonials in the worst loss in RMU football history

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony September 14, 2018

Harrisonburg, VA — In a game that got away from the Colonials right from the beginning, it only continued to get worse as Robert Morris (1-2) fell 73-7 at the hands of the number two ranked James Madison Dukes (2-1) in what will officially go down as...

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Offense shines as Colonials fall to Flyers in season opener

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony September 1, 2018

Despite falling 49-28 to the Dayton Flyers, the Robert Morris Colonials put up their best offensive performance in almost five years led by three touchdowns from quarterback Jimmy Walker. While it was not the result that the Colonials wanted, there...

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Everything you need to know: RMU at Dayton

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony September 1, 2018

The Robert Morris football team opened up the Bernard Clark era and their 25th season with a 49-28 loss to the Dayton Flyers, with impressive play from RMU quarterback Jimmy Walker and lots of explosive plays from the Flyers. Here is everything you need...

New RMU head coach Bernard Clark runs practice at Joe Walton Stadium. August 27, 2018. (Samuel Anthony/RMU Sentry Media)

Coach Bernard Clark builds his ‘Colonial Culture’

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony August 28, 2018

It's a long road to a championship season, and even longer for a Robert Morris football squad that has not even seen a winning season since its 2010 NEC championship run. But first-year head coach Bernard Clark and his revamped coaching staff look to...

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Dachon Burke becomes second Robert Morris transfer this offseason

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony March 29, 2018

Arguably the Colonials' best player this season, Dachon Burke, will be playing for a new team next season. According to a university official, Burke was granted his release from the team and will look to transfer to another school for his junior and...

Carrasco is going the distance

Carrasco is going the distance

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony March 27, 2018

A total distance of 3,873 miles. That's the distance Laura Carrasco traveled to make the move to Moon Township at just 18 years old to become one of five new freshman on this Robert Morris University women's basketball team. Carrasco signed her...

The International Pipeline

The International Pipeline

Avin Patel, Samuel Anthony, and Avin Patel March 23, 2018

The 2017-18 RMU women's basketball team contains seven players from five different countries. To learn about each player in the International Pipeline, select the countries highlighted in red. And to watch below the 30-minute full feature documentary...

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Timmy Moore signs with Greenville Swamp Rabbits

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony March 23, 2018

The third Colonial in the past three days is heading to Greenville as senior Timmy Moore agreed to a contract today with the Greenville Swamp Rabbits, the ECHL affiliate of the New York Rangers. Moore joins Spencer Dorowicz and Robert Powersm who both...

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Colonial Talk: Breaking down the AHC title game

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony March 17, 2018

The Robert Morris Colonials fell in the AHC title game for the third straight season and the second straight time at the hands of the Air Force Falcons. The final score of this matchup being 5-1. The Falcons took a commanding 3-0 lead early and from there...

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Colonial Talk: Breaking down RMU’s OT thriller in Rochester

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony March 16, 2018

It was a game that kept everyone on their toes. The action only increasing as the clock continued to wind down. In the end, The Robert Morris Colonials walked away with a 5-4 overtime victory over the Mercyhurst Lakers off the stick of Michael Louria....

Football: Spring Practice

Football: Spring Practice

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony March 16, 2018

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WNIT preview: RMU vs Drexel

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony March 15, 2018

Despite falling to the Saint Francis Red Flash this past weekend in the NEC Championship game, the Robert Morris Colonials are not done yet. The winningest team in the history of the program will attempt to continue to add to the win column in...

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Women’s Basketball: NEC Championship vs Saint Francis

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Joe Biden campaigns for Conor Lamb

Joe Biden campaigns for Conor Lamb

Samuel Anthony, Sports Manager March 6, 2018

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NEC quarterfinals preview: RMU vs. CCSU

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony March 6, 2018

The Robert Morris Colonials have ended the regular season with a share of the NEC title. But the RPI rankings were in favor of the Saint Francis Red Flash, ultimately leading to Robert Morris earning the No. 2 seed in the NEC Tournament. Their first match-up...

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RMU earns share of first place in NEC

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony March 4, 2018

Consistency seems to be the enemy of this RMU team the past few games and it continued its trend in today's matchup as the Colonials as Robert Morris started off going 3-for-14 from the field including missing all five of their three-pointers attempted...

Photo credit: Morgan Torchia

Everything you need to know: RMU vs MSM

Samuel Anthony March 4, 2018

In their final regular season matchup of the season, the Robert Morris Colonials defeated the Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers 66-54 to earn at least a share of the regular season NEC title. Why it happened: The motto "Defense wins championships"...

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Colonials’ season ends at the hands of Wagner

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony March 3, 2018

Matty McConnell and his RMU teammates tried to make one final push at a comeback with just over a minute left against the Wagner Seahawks. But ultimately, the Colonials were just too far behind in a 75-64 defeat in the Northeast Conference semifinals...

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Second half surge propels Colonials over Seahawks

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony March 3, 2018

At a time of year when every win or loss has incredulous postseason implications, the Robert Morris Colonials edged out the Wagner Seahawks 49-46 to remain in contention for the conference title. The shots were not falling for much of the first half...

Brittany Howard named CHA player of the year for second straight season

Brittany Howard named CHA player of the year for second straight season

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony March 1, 2018

Robert Morris women's hockey was recognized for their dominance on the ice this season as senior forward Brittany Howard was named CHA player of the year for the second straight season. The Dapper Dan Sportswoman of the year scored 23 goals and 23...

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Everything you need to know: NEC Quarterfinals

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony February 28, 2018

Despite their rough finish, the Robert Morris Colonials men's basketball team found some postseason magic to upset a Mount St. Mary's team that absolutely dominated RMU in the regular season. The final score of this one sitting at 60-56 in favor of RMU. Why...

Senior forward Neco Brett

Former RMU soccer star Neco Brett signs with Pittsburgh Riverhounds

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony February 28, 2018

After a tumultuous career through the Portland Timbers organization, former RMU men's soccer midfielder Neco Brett has come home to Pittsburgh. The 25-year old Brett signed with the Pittsburgh Riverhounds of the USL yesterday after being brought to training...

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Breaking down the incredible success of Elijah Milne-Price

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony February 28, 2018

Going into her senior season at Robert Morris University, goaltender Elijah Milne-Price was an absolute no-name player to the casual RMU women's hockey fan. EJ, as she is called by most who know her, had played in just four total games in her career as...

Following God's plan

Following God’s plan

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony February 7, 2018

The journey of former RMU linebacker coach, all-time great linebacker and newest member of the athletics hall of fame Alex DiMichele has been anything but simple. His successes have been attested from his drive, constant motivation and his trust...

Robert Morris women's basketball suffered their first conference loss to Saint Francis when they visited the Red Flash in Loretto on Saturday Photo credit: Gregory Sutton

Colonial Talk: The empire strikes back

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony February 3, 2018

Robert Morris' undefeated conference run finally came to an end Sunday thanks to a dominating 68-47 defeat at the hands of the of the Saint Francis Red Flash. It was a game that started off much better than it finished for the Colonials. Here's the breakdown...

As the team comes together, a better idea is beginning to form of how the Colonials will fare in 2018. Photo Credit: Mike Evans

RMU hires Tolentino and Tyler as defensive line coaches

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony January 31, 2018

After the departure of defensive line coach Cornelius Coleman at the beginning of January, the Robert Morris have finally found his replacements in Rafael Tolontino and Delbert Tyler as announced by the team on Wednesday. Tolentino has been named as...

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RMU tightens grasp on conference lead in thrashing of Bryant

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony January 27, 2018

A slow start for the Colonials didn't stop the result from being yet another dominant victory for RMU in their 72-49 domination of the Bryant Bulldogs. It was certainly a bumpy start for RMU head coach Charlie Buscaglia and his team. Despite their...

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Welsh dominates but Howard-less Colonials tie the Nittany Lions

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony January 26, 2018

A strong showing from Kirsten Welsh and the Robert Morris defense wasn't enough to stave off the Nittany Lions of Penn State in a 2-2 tie.Despite missing star forward Brittany Howard with an upper-body injury, it appeared the Robert Morris Colonials didn't...

How the U.S. government shut down affects RMU men's hockey

How the U.S. government shut down affects RMU men’s hockey

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony January 21, 2018

This past Friday night, the United States Senate failed to pass a funding bill, and as a result the federal government is currently in the midst of a complete shutdown. As a result, The United States Air Force Academy has postponed all of their athletics...

RMU grinds out win with Tonge overtime winner

RMU grinds out win with Tonge overtime winner

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony January 19, 2018

Aided by some late in-period goals and an overtime slapshot by Alex Tonge, The Robert Morris Colonials edged past the Falcons of Bentley 3-2 in overtime. On the first shot in the first offensive possession not even a minute into overtime, Alex Tonge...