Spiders’ late rally not enough to capture A10 title
A late rally by Richmond women’s lacrosse team fell a few goals short and the University of Massachusetts claimed its fourth straight Atlantic 10 Conference title.

Spider of the Week: Brad Miller
Miller placed sixth overall in the Coca-Cola Invitational, which helped the Spiders tie for a sixth place finish. He was also named the A-10 golfer of the week.
Richmond-VCU rivalry makes its way to the greens
In a just-for-fun format, Richmond men’s golf team defeated VCU in the inaugural Black and Blue Cup, giving the Spiders momentum heading to the A-10 tournament.
Photo Gallery: Spring Football Game 2012
Richmond’s football team held its annual Spring Football Game on Saturday, the first for new coach Danny Rocco, and the defense earned a 45-26 victory.
Spiders give up 7 in the 9th inning, fall to Colonials
After leading for eight innings, Richmond allowed seven runs in the ninth to A-10 foe George Washington University, which went on to win, 9-4.
Women’s water polo player practicing with the men
Women’s club water polo team dropped out of league play because of low numbers, but Meg Schroeder is staying with the sport, practicing with the men’s team.
Richmond frisbee teams to host tournaments this weekend
The two Ultimate Frisbee teams at Richmond will host tournaments on campus. The men will play Saturday, April 14. The women will play on Sunday. April 15.
Women’s lax seniors prep for their last A-10 tournament
This year will be the four seniors’ last chance at claiming the Atlantic 10 tournament title. The tournament will be held April 27-29.
Richmond holds off George Washington for 18-17 victory
Coming in as favorites, Richmond women’s lacrosse had its hands full with George Washington, winning by just one goal, 18-17, after trailing at halftime.
Spiders win, 2-1, with walk-off in extra innings over Xavier
Richmond starting pitcher Jacob Mayers pitched all 10 innings of the Spiders 2-1 victory over Xavier Friday. Adam Forrer hit the walk-off RBI single.
Former coach Latrell Scott hired as JMU’s tight ends coach
Former Richmond head football coach Latrell Scott was hired as JMU’s tight ends coach Friday. Scott resigned before last season after being arrested for a DWI.
March Madness: Beyond the Bracket
Columnist Matt Dunn suggests March Madness fans pay a little more attention to the regular season of college basketball.
Women’s track and field striving for more
After a third place finish in last year’s A-10 Outdoor Championships, Richmond women’s track & field team is working hard to ensure better results this season.
Football team picks up new receiver straight out of gym
Richmond football coach Danny Rocco invited sophomore JR Riddick, new walk-on WR, to try out after seeing him work out and play basketball at the on-campus gym.
Spider of the Week: Joanna Matuszczyk
Joanna Matuszczyk, women’s tennis player, defeated her Georgetown University opponent to help her team win its eight match of the season.
Training room for club athletes replacing gym’s game room
University of Richmond’s Weinstein Center for Recreation and Wellness is contructing a training room for sport-club athletes that will be completed in April.
Athletic directors talk about reinstatement of Speros
AD Jim Miller and assistant AD for communication Bob Black talk about reinstating Jimmy Speros, arrested on hit-and run charges, to the football practice squad.
Women’s basketball exceeds pre-season expectations
With its season coming to a close recently, Richmond women’s basketball recounted its surprising success that began with low expectations.
Speros back at football practice
With his trial set for June 11, Richmond offensive lineman Jimmy Speros, arrested on felony hit-and-run charges a month ago, was seen back at practice.
Spiders drop first of weekend series to Huskies, 15-10
Richmond starting pitcher Jacob Mayers pulled his hamstring, and Richmond was unable to recover from a slow start, falling, 15-10, to Northeastern.
Spider basketball comes to support “Ballin’ for Books”
Men’s basketball players Josh Duinker and Francis-Cedric Martel came out to support Ballin’ for Books, Pi Beta Phi’s philanthropic 3-on-3 basketball tournament.
Spider of the Week: Genevieve Okoro
Sophomore forward Genevieve Okoro 19 points in the Spiders’ opening-round victory over Miami (OH) in the WNIT last week.
Rocco settling in as Richmond’s new football coach
Danny Rocco, named University of Richmond’s head football coach last December, is already earning the respect and attention of his new team’s players.
Baseball winning streak ends, team still positive
Richmond Spider Baseball playing inconsistent baseball after an eleven game winning streak, but the offense is hitting on all cylinders.
Brackett Blog: Olympic swimming trials 2012
Senior UR student Charlotte Brackett traveled to England earlier this month to compete in the Olympic Trials for swimming. She blogged her adventures.
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Quote of the Week
"Winning the inaugural Black and Blue Cup, especially as a senior, makes it very unique and will be something I remember as a highlight among my many experiences as a Richmond golfer." Jack Lessing senior, men's golf
Spider of the Week
Miller placed sixth overall in the Coca-Cola Invitational, which helped the Spiders tie for a sixth place finish. He was also named the A-10 golfer of the week. Apr 18, 11:33 pm
Joanna Matuszczyk, women’s tennis player, defeated her Georgetown University opponent to help her team win its eight match of the season. Mar 29, 12:58 am
Sophomore forward Genevieve Okoro 19 points in the Spiders’ opening-round victory over Miami (OH) in the WNIT last week. Mar 22, 2:58 am
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Columnist Matt Dunn suggests March Madness fans pay a little more attention to the regular season of college basketball. Apr 5, 12:17 am
The Collegian’s assistant sports editor thinks it’s a little early to be crowning Jeremy Lin, the New York Knicks’ newest ‘Lin’-sation, as unstoppable. Feb 23, 2:30 am
Collegian’s Assistant Sports Editor, admittedly a Giants fan, defends Tom Brady of the Patriots for all the criticism he’s taking after the Super Bowl defeat. Feb 9, 2:33 am
The Collegian’s Assistant Sports Editor pays homage to recently deceased Joe Paterno, former football coach for the Penn State Nittany Lions. Jan 26, 3:43 am
The NFL playoffs are heading into the divisional championships. The Collegian’s assistant sports editor gives his thoughts on what’s happened so far and what they mean going forward. Jan 19, 1:08 am
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