RIVERDALE, N.Y. – Manhattan College’s multi-purpose athletic facility, Draddy Gymnasium, is undergoing its largest improvement project since the building opened in 1978. The state-of-the-art renovations, which are scheduled to be completed this fall, include a new indoor track and flooring throughout the facility, top-of-line strength training and cardio equipment, as well as a … [Read more...] about Manhattan College Enhances Draddy Gymnasium
Archives for August 2011
This Date in College Football Belt History – August 31
August 31, 1996 Texas El-Paso at Arizona The Texas-El Paso Miners of coach Charlie Bailey met the Arizona Wildcats of coach Dick Tomey in the 1996 opener for both teams. Arizona's PK Matt Peyton connected on 3 field goals & All-Pac 10 CB Chris McAllister intercepted 2 passes to lead the Wildcats to a 23-3 victory. Neither team scored in the 1st quarter but Arizona … [Read more...] about This Date in College Football Belt History – August 31
Vick Signs $100 Million Contract
By Breanna Jacobs Michael Vick has, once again, proved that prison was a small bump on his road to success. Well, maybe it was more than a small bump, but ever since Andy Reid gave Vick a chance to quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles, he has been flying high. Vick won the starting job over Kevin Kolb last year, he led the Eagles to the play-offs, and, this week, Vick, … [Read more...] about Vick Signs $100 Million Contract
SLU’s Rob Loe to Represent New Zealand in Oceania Championship
ST. LOUIS - Saint Louis sophomore Rob Loe has been selected to the New Zealand national team that will face Australia in three games at the FIBA Oceania Championship, Sept. 7, 9 and 11. The winner of the best-of-three series automatically qualifies for the 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London. "Rob being selected to represent his country is a terrific honor," SLU head coach … [Read more...] about SLU’s Rob Loe to Represent New Zealand in Oceania Championship
La Salle Adds Rohan Brown To Incoming Class
PHILADELPHIA –Rohan Brown (Manchester, Conn. / East Catholic) has enrolled at La Salle University and becomes the fourth member of the Explorers’ men’s basketball recruiting class, head coach Dr. John Giannini announced today. “We were able to see Rohan play numerous times during the July evaluation period,” Giannini said. “He brings toughness, consistent effort, rebounding, … [Read more...] about La Salle Adds Rohan Brown To Incoming Class