Fields of dreams
By Alex Van Rees, Contributing writerSeptember 2, 2010
Despite resembling craters on a desolate planet, the University Park construction located at the intersection of Port Republic Road and Neff Avenue already has many JMU athletic teams excited for a new future. The state-of-the-art facilities mark a potential rebirth of teams less fortunate in the past. “I think this is the missing piece of the puzzle for JMU,” men’s soccer coach Tom Martin said. “JMU has outstanding academics and a beautiful campus, but now we will finally have a great sports... Read more »
No worries at corner, wide receiver
By Joey Schoen,September 2, 2010
While JMU football didn’t lose as many players as they have in the past, departures on both sides of the ball left the team shorthanded heading into training camp this summer. Positions such as wide receiver and cornerback then appeared thin, but with the season opener against Morehead State just days away, the Dukes are now confident in their new starters. The team returns 13 starters from last year’s squad that finished the season 6-5, 4-4 in the Colonial Athletic Conference. This counts the... Read more »
Minor changes for three Dukes
By Michael Demsky,September 2, 2010
After putting together perhaps the best season on the mound in JMU history, Kevin Munson had to sweat it out for a round or two before the Arizona Diamondbacks made him their fourth round selection in the Major League Baseball Draft in June. “It really was a dream come true,” Munson said. “I’ve been waiting a long time for it.” Coming off an electrifying season for the Dukes last spring, Munson was picked later then many analysts predicted. But, the Diamondbacks felt strongly enough about... Read more »
More than ready
By Colleen Hayes,August 30, 2010
For exactly one month this summer, the 2010 FIFA World Cup captivated audiences around the world. Some Americans probably could tell you exactly where they were as they witnessed Landon Donovan become a national hero when he scored in stoppage time against Algeria. The United States proceeded to fall to Ghana in overtime in the next round, ending their memorable run. For senior C.J. Sapong, a forward on the JMU soccer team, the outcome was bittersweet. “I’m probably going to get a couple more... Read more »
Making first impressions
By Michael Demsky,August 30, 2010
Right after his NFL debut, Arthur Moats sat casually, holding more than his own in a locker room full of the league’s finest. At 6-foot-2, 250 pounds, his figure was only overshadowed by the look on his face. His token boyish grin couldn’t have been a bigger contrast from the intense demeanor with which he had played the game. After registering six tackles for the Buffalo Bills in their first preseason game at the Washington Redskins on Aug. 13, Moats’ smile was perhaps understated. His lifelong... Read more »
Young starters carry team in shut out
By Shannon Kenny,August 30, 2010
After losing five of their 11 starters at the end of the 2009 season, JMU’s field hockey team has been forced to take on an entirely new look. With a starting lineup dominated by freshmen and sophomores, the young team looked to make a statement Friday night as they faced Rutgers University in their first game of the season. The Dukes proved they are a conference and national threat yet again, shutting out the Scarlet Knights 6-0. “You always want to open up with a win,” JMU coach Antoinette... Read more »
Off to a strong start
By Matt OToole, Contributing WriterAugust 30, 2010
The team may be returning 12 of 13 players from last season, but early results are already different from last year after the JMU volleyball team hosted, and beat, Stetson University, UNC Asheville and Davidson College at the JMU Coca-Cola Classic over the weekend. After starting off last season 1-3, the Dukes played with high energy early and often in their victory over Davidson to wrap up the weekend sweep. In their three matches over the weekend, the Dukes never dropped a set. JMU’s three game... Read more »
Women’s soccer splits tournament
By Carleigh Colley,August 30, 2010
♫ With the first whistle of the regular season moments away, the JMU women’s soccer team danced and sang to the warm-up music, eager with anticipation to live up to the preseason prediction of dominating the conference. On Friday night, the Dukes opened at home against the St. John’s University Red Storm in the second game of the JMU/Comfort Inn Harrisonburg Invitational. The Dukes, who were ranked No. 1 in the Colonial Athletic Association preseason poll, fell short in a 1-0 loss to the Red... Read more »
Their Last Days as Dukes
By Mike Kaplan,April 29, 2010
Seniors Pierre Curtis and Matt Parker Move On When senior Pierre Curtis graduates next Saturday, JMU will lose its all-time leader in assists (463), steals (175) and games started (124). Curtis, who will leave with a degree in sports management, downplays all but one of his personal achievements. He says the steals record is “watered down” because so many were incidents of luck, and he believes the record marking his longevity is merely the result of staying healthy, which also required some... Read more »
Dudzik to be Starting QB
By Michael Demsky,April 29, 2010
Drew Dudzik has been named the starting quarterback before. This time however, Dudzik and the JMU faithful hope he holds onto the title for a little bit longer. Head coach Mickey Matthews announced Tuesday Dudzik as the Dukes’ starting quarterback for the 2010 season. The rising senior out-dueled sophomore Justin Thorpe this spring and will take the reigns in the fall. “He’s the unquestioned leader of our football team,” Matthews said Wednesday. “He’s the best quarterback our team has... Read more »
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