February 6, 2012
This Week in Ram Athletics: Feb. 6-Feb. 12
The basketball teams welcome Chestnut Hill to the Gallagher Center on Tuesday. Then the teams visit Goldey-Beacom and Dominican (N.Y.)
January 30, 2012
This Week in Ram Athletics: Jan. 30-Feb. 5
This week the Philadelphia University basketball teams visit Wilmington (Del.) and host Concordia (N.Y.).
January 23, 2012
This Week in Ram Athletics: Jan. 23-Jan. 29
The men's and women's basketball teams take winning streaks into match-ups against Goldey-Beacom and Caldwell.
January 17, 2012
Twenty-one Philadelphia University student-athletes named to the CACC Fall All-Academic Team
Women's soccer led Philadelphia with six players named to the team, while men's soccer followed up in second with four.
January 16, 2012
This Week in Ram Athletics: Jan. 16-Jan. 22
The men's and women's basketball teams have three doubleheaders this week, capped off with a home twinbill against Bloomfield on Saturday.
January 9, 2012
This Week in Ram Athletics: Jan. 9-Jan. 15
The women's basketball team travels to Georgian Court University for the lone action on this week's slate.
January 2, 2012
This Week in Ram Athletics: Jan. 2-Jan. 8
The basketball teams welcome Holy Family on Tuesday before visiting Post University on Saturday.
November 10, 2011
Philadelphia University to induct five into the Athletics Hall of Fame
The Class of 2012 features Monica Sortino ’98 (women’s basketball); Janet Trinh (nee Tarpey) ’04, M’05 (women’s soccer/women’s lacrosse); Jim McGilvery ’70 (men’s basketball), Vince Wolanin ’69 (baseball) and Chris Netzel.
October 27, 2011
Philadelphia University ranks eighth in D-II with 95 percent ASR
Philadelphia University has the eighth-highest Academic Success Rate in Division II and ranked second in the CACC.
October 19, 2011
Gornowski appointed director of sports information
Gornowski joins the Philadelphia University athletic department after serving as the assistant SID at Haverford College.
October 19, 2011
Cross country seniors recognized by Philadelphia University department of athletics
Matthew McDevitt, Richard Pena and Tyler Dye from the men’s team and Gabrielle Dei Tos, Anjelica DiNucci, Christina Pina Chila and Sarah Simonetti from the women’s squad were all honored Wednesday afternoon.
September 16, 2010
Womens Tennis vs. Gwynedd-Mercy Suspended
Philadelphia, PA- The Philadelphia University womens tennis match against Gwynedd-Mercy was suspended today because of rain. A date for the continuation of the match will be scheduled.
September 14, 2010
Women's Tennis Wins CACC Opener
Philadelphia PA- The Philadelphia University women's tennis team (2-1, 1-0 CACC) defeated University of the Sciences, 6-3, Tuesday at USP.
March 18, 2010
5k Ram Run & PhilaU Campus Walk
Are you ready to lace up and run/walk in the 5k Ram Run & PhilaU Campus Walk @ PhilaU?
March 9, 2010
Coach Magee at City Hall
November 23, 2009
2009 Rowing Highlights
Four competitions during fall season allow crew to see where their team will stand in spring.
November 23, 2009
2009 Womens Soccer Highlights
Four Lady Rams earned conference accolades for their efforts this past season.
November 23, 2009
PhilaU Womens Basketball 2009-10 Media Guide Released
The 2009-10 Philadelphia Womens Basketball media guide has been released today, announced PhilaU Sports Information Director Sarah Punderson.
November 21, 2009
#25 Philadelphia Shocks #7 Merrimack in 68-64 Triumph
- The roof at the Gallagher Athletic Center may need to be checked after the #25 Philadelphia University Rams (3-2, 1-0 CACC) blew the top off in a 68-64 win over visiting #7 Merrimack College (0-2, 0-1 NE-10) on Saturday afternoon. In a standing room only crowd, PhilaU Head Coach Herb Magee was honored for 50 years at the University as his Rams upset the nationally-ranked Warriors.
November 21, 2009
PhilaUs Simonetti Finishes 54th at NCAA Nationals
Philadelphia University sophomore runner Sarah Simonetti wrapped up second year in 54th place at the NCAA DII Cross Country National Championships on Saturday, running a 22:18 6K. The Perkasie, PA native finished 13th among sophomores
November 20, 2009
Simonetti Races on Saturday at 1 PM in National Championship
Ram cross country fans, be sure to check out PhilaUs star cross country runner Sarah Simonetti as she faces the best of the best on Saturday (11/21) at the NCAA Division II National Cross Country Championships at Southern Indiana University.
November 19, 2009
PhilaU Bids Simonetti Good Luck at NCAA National Championships
Philadelphia University well wishers gathered at the Gallagher Athletic Center on Thursday morning to send off sophomore runner Sarah Simonetti (Perkasie, PA/ Pennridge) in style as she departed for her first-ever NCAA Cross Country National Championships...
November 18, 2009
Emmanuel Asangmbeng Makes Daktronics All-Region Team
Senior defender/midfielder was selected to the 2nd team.
November 18, 2009
Athletic Staff and Dr. Spinelli Honor Recent Retiree Marty Gilbert
After 25 seasons with the Rams, Gilbert will retire at the top of his game
November 18, 2009
Veteran Play Lands Rams in W 62-51 at Chestnut Hill
The Philadelphia University Rams (2-2, 2-0 CACC) burst onto the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) scene with a 62-51 victory on the road at Chestnut Hill College (1-1, 0-1 CACC) on Wednesday evening.
November 18, 2009
Magnus Leads Womens Hoops in 66-60 Clash over Chestnut Hill
The Philadelphia University Lady Rams (2-0, 1-0 CACC) got their first Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) win on Wednesday night in a 66-60 victory over the Chestnut Hill College Griffins (0-2, 0-1 CACC) at Sorgenti Arena. PhilaU senior guard Taylor Magnus (Plymouth Meeting, PA/ Plymouth-Whitemarsh) led her squad with...
November 17, 2009
Joe Martin Honored for First Collegiate Golf Victory
Philadelphia University Athletic Director Tom Shirley recently honored Head Golf Coach Joe Martin for his first collegiate victory, a 339-356 win over...
November 16, 2009
Romano, Frederick take CACC Weekly Honors
Romano grabs first player of the week award.
November 15, 2009
Lady Rams Take Season Opener 67-66 over NYIT
Romano's 30 points enough to get the victory for the Lady Rams.
November 15, 2009
Frostbitten, Rowing Shows Well at Frostbite and Bill Braxton Regattas
The Philadelphia University rowing teams capped a busy week of competition at the Bill Braxton Memorial Regatta on the Schuylkill River on Sunday morning. Both teams competed in the Frostbite Regatta on Saturday at the Cooper River Park in Camden, NJ.
November 14, 2009
Volleyball Finishes Season in 3-1 Loss at CACC Championship
The Philadelphia University Lady Rams (32-6, 17-2 CACC) saw their 2009 season come to an end in the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Championship match on Saturday afternoon. Georgian Court University (27-9, 19-0 CACC) picked up a 3-1 win...
November 13, 2009
The Politics of Rhonda Davis
The PhilaU Director of Fitness and Wellness is the newest Councilwoman in Morrisville, PA and serves as a positive role model both on campus and off...
November 13, 2009
Lady Rams Power 3-0 over Caldwell to Advance to CACC Championship
The Philadelphia University womens volleyball team (32-5, 17-2 CACC) advanced to the CACC Championship match in a 3-0 win over Caldwell College (21-12, 16-3 CACC) on Friday night. This will be the third year (of four) that the Lady Rams have made it to the title match. PhilaU will face host and three-time defending champion Georgian Court in the Championship on Saturday (11/14) at 1:00 p.m.
November 12, 2009
PhilaU's Daniela Rodriguez Named CACC All-Conference
Concordia College senior Cristina Oliveira has been named the 2009 Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Womens Tennis Player of the Year as the All-Conference team was announced today. Philadelphia University junior Daniela Rodriguez was also on the first team.
November 11, 2009
Four PhilaU Volleyballers Take All-Conference Accolades
Senior outside-hitter Celena Rendon grabbed 'Player of the Year' honors...
November 10, 2009
Cross Country, Volleyball Earn CACC Weekly Honors
Three Philadelphia University student-athletes earned accolades for their performances last week, highlighted by sophomore runner Sarah Simonetti ...
November 10, 2009
PhilaU Mens Basketball 2009-10 Media Guide Released
The 2009-10 Philadelphia Mens Basketball media guide has been released today, announced PhilaU Sports Information Director Sarah Punderson. This year's guide takes on a digital format with interactive features and living statistics...
November 10, 2009
#2 Volleyball Advances to CACC Semis in 3-0 Win
The #2 seeded Philadelphia University volleyball team (31-5, 17-2 CACC) jump-started postseason play on Tuesday evening with a 3-0 win over #3 seed Holy Family (14-21, 11-8 CACC) in the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Quarterfinals at the Gallagher Athletic Center. The squad will face Caldwell College on Friday in the semifinals...
November 8, 2009
Rams Charge to 78-67 Victory over St. Leos in First 09 Win
The third game proved to be the charm in a 78-67 win for the Philadelphia University mens basketball team (1-2) over St. Leos College (1-2) in the final game of the Disney Tip-Off Classic on Sunday night.
November 8, 2009
Simonetti Will Run at NCAA National Championships at Southern Indiana
It was a history-making day at the NCAA Division II Mens and Womens Cross Country Championships in Boston as Philadelphia University sophomore runner Sarah Simonetti (Perkasie, PA/ Pennridge) finished fifth overall in the womens 6K in 22:52 to become the first PhilaU XC runner to ever advance to the NCAA National Championships...
November 7, 2009
Rams Fall in Another Close Contest 67-64 to Southwest Baptist at Disney
The Philadelphia University Rams (0-2) went down to the wire in their second straight game at the Disney Tip-Off Classic this weekend, losing 67-64 to the Southwest Baptist University Bearcats (2-0) on Saturday evening. The Bearcats were ranked as high as #3 in the country in preseason polls, while the Rams garnered a #19 ranking.
November 7, 2009
Volleyball Soars in Senior Day 3-0 Shutdown of Nyack
On Senior Day 2009, the Philadelphia University womens volleyball team (30-5, 17-2 CACC) took just 51 minutes to dismantle the Nyack College Warriors (10-13, 10-9 CACC) 3-0, earning their 30th win of the season.
November 6, 2009
Mens Basketball Tips off 2009-10 Season Tonight
The 2009-10 PhilaU mens basketball season has finally arrived, and the Rams have the distinction this season of being the first game of any team in the East Region.
November 6, 2009
Rams Just Miss in 59-57 Loss to Lake Superior in Disney Tip-Off Classic
The Philadelphia University mens basketball team opened up their 2009-10 season this evening at the Disney Tip-Off Classic, falling to Lake Superior State University 59-57 in the final seconds of the contest. The Rams cut the Lakers lead to just one with 45 seconds to go, but a last second three-point attempt by senior forward Malcolm Ingram was just off the mark.
November 6, 2009
Walter, Purnell Earn Soccer Postseason Accolades
Two Philadelphia University soccer players have earned notable accolades, both academic and athletic.
November 5, 2009
Womens Soccer Shocked in 1-0 CACC Semifinal Loss to Holy Family
The #1 seeded Philadelphia University Lady Rams (13-5-3, 10-2 CACC) suffered a 1-0 upset at the hands of the Holy Family University Tigers (11-9-1, 8-3-1 CACC) at the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Semifinals.
November 4, 2009
NCAA DII Night with the Philly Four Video Available
Philadelphia Universitys A Night with the Philly Four event, held last spring in conjunction with the NCAA Division II, is featured in a video online, available here.
November 4, 2009
Womens Basketball Picked #20 in the Country in Preseason Poll
The Philadelphia University womens basketball team will start the 2009-10 season as a nationally respected team, having been picked by the DII Bulletin as #20th in the preseason poll.
November 3, 2009
#1 Lady Rams Advance to CACC Semifinals in 2-0 Win
The #1 seeded Philadelphia University womens soccer (13-4-3, 10-2 CACC) picked up a 2-0 win over the #8 seeded Felician College Falcons (6-9-2, 4-5-2 CACC) on Tuesday afternoon. The victory advances PhilaU to the CACC Semifinals on Thursday (11/5) at 11:00 a.m. at Wilmington University, where they will face #4 Holy Family, a 1-0 winner over #5 Wilmington.
November 2, 2009
Rams Register Three CACC Weekly Accolades
Three Philadelphia University student-athletes have earned Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) awards, the first of November.
November 2, 2009
Mens Soccer Ends Season in 4-0 CACC Playoff Loss
The #4 seeded Philadelphia University Rams (11-7, 7-4 CACC) fell 4-0 in the first round of the mens soccer Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) playoffs to the #5 Bloomfield College Deacons (7-9-1, 3-3-1 CACC) on Monday afternoon. The loss effectively ends the mens soccer 2009 season.
November 2, 2009
Lady Rams Roll 3-0 as Malone Records 500th Block
The Philadelphia University volleyball team (29-5, 16-2 CACC) took exactly one hour to tear up Chestnut Hill College (5-24, 1-16 CACC) in a 3-0 match on Monday evening. Senior middle-hitter Molly Malone (Rochester, NY/ Gates Chili) earned her 500th career block in the win, racking up three blocks along with nine kills and two digs.
October 31, 2009
Volleyball Nets Two Wins in Tri-Match at Post
The Philadelphia University Lady Rams (28-5, 15-2 CACC) prevailed in a tri-match at Post University on Saturday, getting identical 3-0 wins over Post (9-21, 9-9 CACC) and Molloy College (8-20, 3-8 ECC). The PhilaU squad is now just two wins away from Coach Magaritys second 30-win season.
October 30, 2009
Men's Basketball Picks Up Two More Preseason Rankings
PhilaU ranked #12 and #25 in two national polls that came out this week
October 30, 2009
PHILAU CHOSEN THIRD IN CACC WOMENS BASKETBALL PRESEASON POLLS
Bloomfield College and Holy Family University have been chosen to win their respective divisions according to the 2009-10 Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Womens Basketball preseason poll. PhilaU was picked third in the south. The voting was very close this year, as conducted by the 14 CACC head coaches.
October 29, 2009
Mens Soccer vs. Queens Cancelled
The Philadelphia University home mens soccer game vs. Queens College scheduled for Saturday (10/31) has been cancelled. No make-up date will be scheduled.
October 29, 2009
Haden Carries PhilaU to 2-1 Double OT Win to Defeat Holy Family
Philadelphia University sophomore forward Gabrielle Haden (Freehold, NJ/ Colts Neck) scored both goals to carry the PhilaU womens soccer team (12-4-3, 10-2 CACC) to a 2-1 double-overtime thriller over Holy Family University (9-8-1, 7-3-1 CACC) on Thursday evening.
October 29, 2009
CACC Announces WS All-Conference, Sileo Named 'Rookie of the Year'
Chestnut Hill College junior forward Lauren Riiff has been chosen the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Womens Soccer Player of the Year, as the 2009 All-Conference team was released today. Trisha Sileo of Philadelphia University was named Rookie of the Year, while Seamus OConnor of Chestnut Hill was voted Coach of the Year. Bloomfield College was given the annual Team Sportsmanship Award. The All-Conference team was voted upon by the 13 CACC head coaches.
October 29, 2009
PhilaU Shows Up Holy Family 3-0 in Volleyball
The Philadelphia University volleyball team (26-5, 14-2 CACC) picked up a 3-0 conference win in a city battle over Holy Family University (12-19, 9-7 CACC) on Thursday night. Senior defensive specialist Cindy Adams (Fleetwood, PA/ Fleetwood) led her squad with seven kills and 10 digs.
October 28, 2009
Purnell Honored as CACC Rookie of the Year
Wilmington University senior forward Sargbah Tarpeh has been named the 2009 Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Mens Soccer Player of the Year in balloting released today. Philadelphia Universitys Ryan Purnell was tabbed Rookie of the Year...
October 28, 2009
Rams Held Scoreless in 4-0 Loss at West Chester
The Philadelphia University Rams (11-6, 7-4) dropped a non-conference match 4-0 to West Chester University (4-9-2) on Wednesday evening. Even with the loss, the Rams outshot the Golden Rams 14-13.
October 27, 2009
CACC Honors Go to Two PhilaU Student-Athletes
Two Philadelphia University student-athletes have been honored this week as Central Atlantic College Conference (CACC) Honorable Mention, as the XC teams won the CACC Championship...
October 26, 2009
Lady Rams Burn Clippers 6-0 as Copeland Scores Hat Trick
The Philadelphia University Lady Rams (11-4-3, 9-2 CACC) got a solid 6-0 win over the Concordia College Clippers (3-11, 2-8 CACC) on Monday afternoon. Freshman midfielder Melissa Copeland (Islip Terrace, NY/ East Islip) led the way with a hat trick.
October 24, 2009
Rowing Avoids Cats and Dogs at the Head of the Schuylkill Regatta
The mens and womens rowing teams competed in a rainy day at the Head of the Schuylkill Regatta on the Schuylkill River on Saturday.
October 24, 2009
Mens Soccer Held Scoreless in 1-0 Loss at Dominican
The Philadelphia University mens soccer team (11-5, 7-4 CACC) gave up a 1-0 loss on the road to the Dominican College Chargers (12-2-2, 7-2-1 CACC) on Saturday.
October 24, 2009
Womens Soccer Falls Short 2-1 at Dominican
The Philadelphia University womens soccer team (10-4-3, 8-2 CACC) fell short in a 2-1 loss at Dominican College (6-5-4, 5-2-3 CACC) on Saturday. PhilaU freshman forward Trisha Sileo (Islip, NY/ Islip) had the lone goal in the 50th minute for the Lady Rams.
October 24, 2009
Volleyball Gets Split in Tri-Match vs. Bloomfield and Southern Connecticut
The Philadelphia University volleyball team (25-5, 13-2 CACC) split a tri-match on Saturday, getting a conference win over Bloomfield (6-16, 6-9 CACC) 3-2 and then dropping one to Southern Connecticut State University (20-6, 7-5 NE-10) 3-1 on the road.
October 24, 2009
PhilaU XC Makes CACC History with Sweep at CACC Championships
The Philadelphia University mens and womens cross country teams made Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) history with a sweep of the CACC Championships on a rainy Saturday afternoon at Belmont Plateau. No other team had ever won both the mens s and womens championships until today.
October 23, 2009
Kyle Noonans Bone Marrow Drive a Success
Over 470 donors came out for the event to help raise money for DKMS and find a bone marrow match for Kyle Noonan.
October 22, 2009
Purnell Heads PhilaU in Right Direction in 1-0 Win
The Philadelphia University mens soccer team (11-4, 7-3 CACC) got a 1-0 shutout over non-conference Mercy College (3-9, 1-4 ECC) on Thursday afternoon. Ryan Purnell headed the game-winner into the net in the 74th minute.
October 22, 2009
MEN'S AND WOMEN'S SOCCER SITE AND TIME CHANGES FOR SATURDAY
Due to the threat of rain this coming Saturday, October 24th, the men's and women's home soccer double-header scheduled against Philadelphia University site and game times have been changed. The games will now take place at Tappan Zee High School.
The women's game will begin at 1pm and the men's game will start at 3pm.
October 22, 2009
Cross Country Celebrates Senior Day 09
With less than two days until the 2009 Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Cross Country Championships at Belmont Plateau in Philadelphia, the PhilaU Athletic Department took a few moments to recognize their five graduating senior runners...
October 22, 2009
FELICIAN MEN AND PHILADELPHIA WOMEN LOOK TO REPEAT AT CACC CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS
The Felician College men and Philadelphia University women will look to repeat as champions at the upcoming Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Cross Country Championships at Belmont Plateau in Philadelphia on Saturday, Oct. 24. The womens 5-kilometer race will begin at 11:00 am, followed by the 8-kilometer mens race at approximately 11:45 am.
October 21, 2009
Golf Wins at Ace Club as Chun Shoots 79
The Philadelphia University golf team won a tri-match at The Ace Club on Wednesday afternoon, accumulating a team score of 346 to beat the University of the Sciences (357) and Chestnut Hill College (393) in conference play.
October 21, 2009
Lady Rams Control Tempo in 5-0 Win over GBC
The Philadelphia University Lady Rams (10-3-3, 8-1 CACC) picked up a 5-0 road win over the Goldey-Beacom College Lightning ( 2-11, 1-8 CACC) on Wednesday afternoon.
October 20, 2009
PhilaU Announces Hiring of Interim Tennis Coach Charles Cha Goods
Philadelphia University Athletic Director Tom Shirley is proud to announce the hiring of Interim Mens and Womens Tennis Coach Charles Cha Goods, effective December 1st, 2009.
October 19, 2009
CACC Weekly Honors Go to Four PhilaU Student-Athletes
Four Philadelphia University student-athletes have been included in the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) weekly awards. Highlighting this weeks award winners is womens soccer freshman goalie Kelli Kowalewski
October 19, 2009
Hopkins Scores Team-High as Golf Finishes 6th at Swarthmore Invitational
The Philadelphia University golf team picked up a sixth-place overall finish today at the Swarthmore Fall Invitational, held at Rock Manor Country Club. The Rams competed against 12 other colleges/universities.
October 19, 2009
Mens Soccer Dictates Scoring in 6-0 Win over Concordia
The Philadelphia University mens soccer team (10-4, 7-3 CACC) dictated the pace in a 6-0 romp over conference opponent Concordia College (2-11, 2-6 CACC) on Monday afternoon. PhilaU sophomore Ian Martin (Beachwood, NJ/ Toms River South) led all scorers with three goals.
October 19, 2009
Streaky Lady Rams Run Off with 3-0 Victory over Caldwell
The Philadelphia University volleyball team (24-4, 12-2 CACC) secured a big conference win in a 3-0 rout of Caldwell College (11-11, 9-3 CACC) on Monday evening. Freshman outside hitter Danielle Carney (Thousand Oaks, CA/ Thousand Oaks) tallied eight kills, nine digs and one block assist on the night.
October 18, 2009
Golf Postponed Today
The PhilaU golf tri-match at the Ace Club scheduled for today (10/18) has been postponed due to inclement weather. A make-up date is TBD.
October 17, 2009
October 18th Baseball Camp Cancelled
The high school baseball camp scheduled for Sunday (10/18) has been cancelled due to inclement weather.
October 17, 2009
Volleyball Lets Two Get Away in Losses to Georgian Court and Dowling
The Philadelphia University Lady Rams (23-4, 11-2 CACC) dropped both matches of a tri-match at Georgian Court University on Saturday. The Lady Rams fell by identical 3-0 scores to both GCU and Dowling College.
October 16, 2009
Soccer Postponed, Tennis Cancelled
Men's and women's weekend soccer matches postponed, women's tennis individual tournament cancelled.
October 15, 2009
Womens Soccer Cancelled, Tennis Postponed
Two Philadelphia University athletic events have been cancelled or postponed due to inclement weather.
October 15, 2009
Lady Rams Pick Up Steam in 3-0 Win over USP
The Philadelphia University womens volleyball team (23-2, 11-1 CACC) picked up their ninth-straight win 3-0 over city foe the University of the Sciences (6-10, 6-5 CACC) on Thursday night.
October 14, 2009
PhilaU Mens Basketball Ranked 19th in Preseason National Poll
The Philadelphia University mens basketball team received more national recognition on the eve of the official start to the 2009-10 season. The most recent poll was released by the Division II Bulletin and put the Rams at #19 in the country in the top 25 preseason poll.
October 14, 2009
Soccer Faded 4-3 in Loss at #23 Wilmington
The Philadelphia University mens soccer team (9-4, 6-3 CACC) suffered a 4-3 loss on the road at Wilmington University (14-2, 8-0 CACC) on Wednesday evening.
October 13, 2009
Vespes Penalty Kick Gives PhilaU 1-0 Win Over GCU
Philadelphia, PA- The Philadelphia University women's soccer team (9-3-3, 7-1 CACC) topped the Georgian Court University Lions (8-6, 6-2 CACC), 1-0 in double-overtime Tuesday evening at Ravenhill Field.
October 13, 2009
Womens Tennis Ends Season in 5-0 Loss in CACC Playoffs
The #4 seeded Philadelphia University Lady Rams (9-7, 5-3 CACC) saw their season come to an end in the first round of Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) playoffs in a 5-0 loss to #1 seeded Concordia College
October 13, 2009
Volleyball Cruises to Eighth Straight in 3-0 Win vs. Wilmington
The Philadelphia University Lady Rams (22-2, 10-1 CACC) cruised to a 3-0 win vs. Wilmington University (9-12, 5-6 CACC) on Tuesday night. The Lady Rams have now won eight in a row.
October 12, 2009
Rams Land Four on CACC Weekly Award List
Midway through October, the Philadelphia University fall teams appear to be in good shape heading into post-season action. This week, four student-athletes earned Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) weekly Honorable Mention accolades.
October 12, 2009
Ram Madness 2009 Tonight!!
Get ready to wear your maroon and grey. PhilaUs annual Ram Madness - a night of school spirit, great giveaways, raffles and high energy tipping off the Rams exciting 2009-2010 basketball season - will be held on Wednesday (10/14) from 7 to 8:45 p.m. in the Gallagher Athletic Center.
October 11, 2009
Golf Wins Home Tri-Match with 339 Team Score
The Philadelphia University golf team secured their first team win of the 2009 fall season in scoring 339 team points to defeat the University of the Sciences at The Ace Club on Saturday.
October 10, 2009
Late Game Prowess Lifts Mens Soccer to 2-1 Victory at Caldwell
The Philadelphia University mens soccer team (9-3, 6-2 CACC) got a 2-1 win at Caldwell College (3-8, 3-4 CACC) on Saturday afternoon. Junior midfielder Mike Mousaw (Marmora, NJ/ Ocean City) had the game-winner in the 78th minute from 30 yards out, assisted by sophomore forward Milos Racic (Belgrade, Serbia/ Ridley).
October 10, 2009
Steady Pace Leads XC to 3rd-Place Finishes at Cabrini Invite
The PhilaU cross country teams competed at the Cabrini College Invitational at Belmont Plateau in Philadelphia this weekend, as both the men and women took third place overall.
October 10, 2009
Rowing Opens the Season at Navy Day Regatta in Philadelphia
The Philadelphia University rowing teams opened up the new season at the Navy Day Regatta on the Schuylkill River on Saturday. The womens college eight boat took 11th-place overall, while the mens eight took 20th overall.
October 10, 2009
Early Goal Proves Too Much in Womens Soccer 1-0 Loss
The Philadelphia University womens soccer team (8-3-3, 6-1 CACC) dropped their first game in conference play this season in a 1-0 loss at Caldwell College (3-8-1, 3-3-1 CACC) on Saturday.
October 10, 2009
Volleyball Wins 3-0 Against Winless Concordia
The Philadelphia University Lady Rams (21-2, 9-1 CACC) won their seventh-straight match in a 3-0 drop in on Concordia College (0-16, 0-9 CACC) on Saturday afternoon. The Lady Rams were led by senior right-side hitter Nicole Berkstresser and freshman Ellie Edgar...
October 9, 2009
Herb Magee Basketball Fall Shooting Clinic in November
Philadelphia University legendary mens basketball coach Herb Magee, a Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame nominee, will be giving a shooting clinic at PhilaU on Sunday (11/22) from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., open to players ages 8-18 years old.
October 9, 2009
PHILADELPHIA GARNERS #4 SEED FOR UPCOMING CACC WOMENS TENNIS TOURNAMENT
Conference newcomer Concordia (N.Y.) College has garnered the top seed for the upcoming Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) womens tennis team tournament, while PhilaU earned the #4 spot and will play CC on Tuesday (10/13).
October 8, 2009
Womens Tennis Clinches Playoff Spot in 9-0 Win at Chestnut Hill
The Philadelphia University womens tennis team (9-6, 5-3 CACC) got a 9-0 win in their final conference match of the season at Chestnut Hill College on Thursday afternoon. The Lady Rams have clinched the# 4 seed heading into Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) playoffs.
October 7, 2009
Volleyball Reaches 20 Win Plateau in 3-1 Hard Fought Win at Millersville
The Philadelphia University womens volleyball team (20-2, 8-1 CACC) hit the 20 win margin this season in a 3-1 road win at Millersville University (10-15) on Wednesday evening. The Lady Rams were led by senior right-side hitter Nicole Berkstresser
October 6, 2009
Four Named to CACC Weekly Awards Roll
Philadelphia University had four student-athletes named to this weeks Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) award list.
October 6, 2009
Mens Basketball Gets Two Preseason All-Americans, National Ranking
In the first preseason poll of the 2009-10 mens basketball season, the Philadelphia University Rams have landed two players on the preseason All-American list, and a nod among the top teams in the country.
October 6, 2009
Early Goal Dooms PhilaU in 1-0 Loss at Chestnut Hill
The Philadelphia University mens soccer team (8-3, 5-2 CACC) gave up an early goal that was the difference-maker in a 1-0 loss at Chestnut Hill College (2-7-1, 1-5-1 CACC) on Tuesday night.
October 6, 2009
Lady Rams Shutout by Kutztown, 3-0
The Philadelphia University women's soccer team (8-2-3, 6-0 CACC) experienced a rare defeat in a 3-0 loss to the Kutztown University Golden Bears (9-2-1, 6-1-1 PSAC) on Tuesday.
October 6, 2009
Womens Tennis Drops Second Straight in 7-2 Loss to HFU
The Philadelphia Lady Rams (8-6, 4-4 CACC) lost their second straight conference match in a 7-2 loss to Holy Family University (8-2, 6-1 CACC) on Tuesday night.
October 5, 2009
XCs Sarah Simonetti Garners 1st PhilaU Athlete of the Month
Philadelphia University sophomore runner Sarah Simonetti (Perkasie, PA/ Pennridge) has been selected as the inaugural PhilaU Athlete of the Month for the 2009-10 school year.
October 5, 2009
Lady Rams Usher in Autumn with 3-0 Win at Chestnut Hill
The Philadelphia University volleyball team (19-2, 8-1 CACC) put themselves within one match of a 20-win season with a 3-0 victory at Chestnut Hill College (4-14, 0-8 CACC) on Monday evening. The Lady Rams were led by senior right-side hitter Nicole Berkstresser
October 3, 2009
Sliwinski, Gladic Head Mens Soccer to 2-1 Win over Bloomfield
The Philadelphia University mens soccer team (8-2, 5-1 CACC) breathed a sigh of relief in a 2-1 win over the Bloomfield College Deacons (2-7-1, 1-3-1 CACC) on Saturday.
October 3, 2009
McKale Leads Lady Rams to 6-0 Homecoming Win
The Philadelphia University womens soccer team (8-1-3, 6-0 CACC) picked up a 6-0 shutout in a homecoming match vs. the Bloomfield College Lady Deacons (2-8, 0-6 CACC) on Saturday. Sophomore forward Kristin McKale (Huntingdon Valley, PA/ Lower Moreland) led the PhilaU squad with two goals.
October 3, 2009
Womens Tennis Falls 5-2 to Goldey-Beacom in CACC Match
The Philadelphia womens tennis team (8-5, 4-3 CACC) dropped their third conference match of the year in a 5-2 loss to undefeated Goldey-Beacom College (7-0, 3-0 CACC).
October 3, 2009
Volleyball Attacks Lincoln in 3-0 Victory
The Philadelphia University volleyball team (18-2, 8-1 CACC) went on the offensive from the get-go in a 3-0 win over Lincoln University (6-15, 3-2 CIAA) on Saturday afternoon.
October 2, 2009
Long-time PhilaU Tennis Coach Marty Gilbert Announces Retirement
Philadelphia will be losing a long-time resident and champion tennis coach and player this fall, as Philadelphia University mens and womens tennis coach Marty Gilbert has announced his retirement, effective at the end of the mens and womens 2009 fall tennis seasons.
October 2, 2009
Homecoming 2009 Kicks Off Saturday at PhilaU
The Philadelphia University Athletic Department welcomes back alumni, family and friends for Homecoming 2009 this Friday, October 2nd-Saturday, October 3rd.
October 2, 2009
DAndrea Wins Paul Short as PhilaU Shows Well
The Philadelphia University cross country teams represented the maroon and gray well at the 36th Annual Brooks Paul Short Run on Friday afternoon. The womens squad took third overall and the men finished seventh overall.
October 1, 2009
Women's Tennis Continues to Roll in 7-2 Win at Georgian Court
The Philadelphia University womens tennis team (8-4, 4-1 CACC) grilled Georgian Court University (4-6, 2-3 CACC) in a 7-2 win on the road on Thursday night.
October 1, 2009
Volleyball Pushes Past Holy Family in 3-1 Win
The Philadelphia University womens volleyball team (17-2, 7-1 CACC) defeated Holy Family University (6-14, 4-2 CACC) in a 3-1 conference win on the road Thursday night. Senior defensive specialist Cindy Adams (Fleetwood, PA/ Fleetwood) led the Lady Rams with three kills, 16 digs and three block assists on the night.
September 30, 2009
PhilaU Turns on Heat in 3-2 Win at Washington Adventist
Senior midfielder Emmanuel Asangmbeng (Riverdale, MD/ Bladensburg) stepped into the spotlight with the game-winning goal as PhilaU (7-2, 4-1 CACC) captured a 3-2 mens soccer non-conference win over Washington Adventist University (4-7) on Wednesday night.
September 30, 2009
Women's Tennis Blanks Caldwell 7-0 in CACC Matchup
The Philadelphia University womens tennis team (7-4, 3-1 CACC) grabbed their third straight win in a 7-0 sweep of aldwell College (0-8, 0-6 CACC) on Wednesday afternoon.
September 29, 2009
Men's Soccer Cancels Game, Adds One
The PhilaU men's soccer team's game on October 21st has been cancelled due to the dropping of the Lincoln program. However, PhilaU will play Mercy College away on Thursday (10/22) at 3:30 p.m. in a newly scheduled match.
September 29, 2009
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September 29, 2009
Sileo Silences Wilmington in 3-0 Win for Womens Soccer
Freshman forward Trisha Sileo (Islip, NY/ Islip) netted two goals to lead the Philadelphia University womens soccer team (7-1-3, 5-0 CACC) to a 3-0 conference win over the visiting Wilmington University Wildcats (5-4, 4-2 CACC) on Tuesday evening.
September 29, 2009
Volleyball Rockets to 3-0 Home Win over Goldey-Beacom
The Philadelphia University volleyball team (16-2, 6-1 CACC) grabbed a 3-0 win over visiting Goldey-Beacom College (5-11, 2-5 CACC) on Tuesday night. Senior right-side hitter Nicole Berkstresser (Bridgewater, NJ/ Raritan-Bridgewater) led the Lady Rams with 16 kills and three digs on the night.
September 28, 2009
Simonetti Leads Pack in CACC Weekly Awards
Four Philadelphia University student-athletes were honored by the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) in this weeks award list. Sophomore female runner Sarah Simonetti (Perkasie, PA/ Pennridge) highlighted the awards as it was her third-straight week to be the Runner of the Week
September 27, 2009
PhilaU Womens Tennis Fades DI La Salle 7-2
The Philadelphia University womens tennis team (5-4, 1-1 CACC) picked up a 7-2 victory over non-conference city rival La Salle University (2-3) on Saturday afternoon. The win was the Lady Rams first over an NCAA Division I opponent this season.
September 27, 2009
PhilaU Holds Post Scoreless in 5-0 Rain Delayed Womens Tennis Match
The Philadelphia University womens tennis team (6-4, 2-1 CACC) shutout Post University in a 5-0 victory on Sunday. The match, originally scheduled to be played at PhilaUs Abraham J. Salaman 58 Courts, was moved indoors to due rain.
September 26, 2009
Golf Match Cancelled Due to Weather/Darkness
The match at the ACE Club against Wilmington University, Drexel University, and Chestnut Hill was suspended due to weather and darkness.
September 26, 2009
PhilaU Bows 2-0 to Defending CACC Champions Post
The Philadelphia University mens soccer team (6-2, 4-1 CACC) suffered a 2-0 loss on the road at Post University (1-4-2, 1-0-1 CACC) on Saturday afternoon. The loss was PhilaUs second of the season, and the first in September.
September 26, 2009
PhilaU Runs for Both Team Titles at Phila Metro Championships
The Philadelphia mens and womens cross country teams raced to both team titles at the Philadelphia Metro Invitational at Belmont Plateau in Philadelphia on Saturday afternoon. The first-place finish was the mens first this season, and the third straight for the women.
September 26, 2009
Rookies Move PhilaU to 3-0 Win at Post
The Philadelphia University womens soccer team (6-1-3, 4-0 CACC) extended their unbeaten streak to eight in a row with a 3-0 shutdown of Post University (2-6, 1-3 CACC) on Saturday. Freshmen accounted for two of PhilaU's three goals, while a rookie goalie got the shutout.
September 26, 2009
Volleyball Shuts Down Felician College 3-0
The Philadelphia University volleyball team (15-2, 5-1 CACC) got their 12th shutout of the season in a 3-0 win over visiting Felician College (2-9, 1-3 CACC) on Saturday afternoon.
September 25, 2009
PhilaU Athletics Unveils New Cell Phone/Email Score Updates
The Philadelphia University Athletic Department has unveiled its newest fan feature, using cell phone and email technology. Ram fans can now receive free cell phone and email scores and updates from the latest PhilaU Athletic events.
September 25, 2009
Men's Tennis Beats La Salle, Lady Rams Fall 9-0 to Queens
The PhilaU women's tennis team (4-4, 1-1 CACC) fell 9-0 to Queens College (6-0, 2-0 ECC) on Friday afternoon, while the men's team (2-0) picked up a 4-3 win over Division I La Salle University (3-1) 4-3.
September 24, 2009
Concordia Knocks Women's Tennis 8-1
The Philadelphia University womens tennis team (4-3, 1-1 CACC) dropped a 8-1 match to conference newcomer Concordia College (4-0, 4-0 CACC) on Thursday afternoon.
September 23, 2009
Lady Rams Tie Golden Rams 0-0 in 2OT
The Philadelphia University Lady Rams (5-1-3, 3-0 CACC) battled the West Chester University Golden Rams (6-1-1, 5-1 PSAC) to a 0-0 tie in double overtime Wednesday evening in womens soccer at Ravenhill Field. WCU, the No. 16 ranked team in the country, bombarded PhilaU with 27 shots to the Lady Rams eight.
September 23, 2009
Womens Tennis Falls 6-3 at West Chester
The Philadelphia University womens tennis team (4-2, 1-0 CACC) dropped just their second match of the season in a 6-3 loss at West Chester (4-1) on Wednesday afternoon.
September 22, 2009
Men's Basketball Locker Room Naming Could Create a Permanent Tribute in Billy Keane's Honor
On June 10th, 2009 Billy Keane'89 lost his courageous, 16 month battle with cancer. Billy enjoyed a successful
basketball career at PhilaU and a few of Billys friends have come together in the hopes of creating a permanent tribute to Billy by naming the PhilaU men's basketball locker room in his name...
many years to come.
September 22, 2009
Ian Martin Scores Hat Trick in 4-1 Win over GBC
The Philadelphia University mens soccer team (5-1, 3-0 CACC) picked up another conference victory in a 4-1 win over the Goldey-Beacom University Lightning (3-3, 1-1 CACC) on Tuesday. PhilaU sophomore forward/midfielder Ian Martin (Beachwood, NJ/ Toms River South) picked up the first hat trick of his career in the win.
September 22, 2009
Women's Tennis vs. Post Rescheduled to September 27th
The WT tennis match @ Philadelphia U. vs. Post has been rescheduled for Sunday 9/27/09 at 1:00 pm.
September 22, 2009
Volleyball Falls Just Short in 3-2 Loss to GCU
The Philadelphia University volleyball team (14-2, 4-1 CACC) saw their 14 game winning streak come to an end in a 3-2 loss to Georgian Court University (7-7, 3-0 CACC) on Tuesday night.
September 21, 2009
PhilaU Places Six on CACC Weekly Award List
Philadelphia University placed six student athletes on this weeks Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) award list. Highlighting the awards was womens soccer freshman standout Trisha Sileo (Islip, NY/ Islip) who made her debut as Rookie of the Week
September 21, 2009
Men's Tennis Picks Up 9-0 Victory Against Eastern
The Philadelphia University mens tennis team (2-0) won their second match of the fall in a 9-0 sweep of visiting Eastern University on Monday afternoon.
September 21, 2009
ITA Regionals
The men and women's tennis teams saw great results at the ITA Regionals this weekend. For a recap, click here...
September 19, 2009
Men's Soccer Wins 5th Straight, 2-0 over Nyack
The Philadelphia University mens soccer team (4-2-1, 2-0 CACC) got a 2-0 shutout over the Nyack College Warriors (1-4-1, 0-1-1 CACC) on Saturday afternoon. The win was the Rams fifth straight.
September 19, 2009
ITA Tennis Results Available Here
The results of the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) tournament at Arthur Ashe Tennis facility in Philadelphia, PA are now available on the men's and women's tennis schedule/results pages.
September 19, 2009
Lady Rams Romp 6-1 over Nyack
The Philadelphia University Lady Rams (5-1-2, 3-0 CACC) erupted for six goals in a 6-1 win over the visiting Nyack College Lady Warriors (1-5, 0-4 CACC) on Saturday afternoon.
September 19, 2009
PhilaU Volleyball Cruises to 13th & 14th Wins at Dominican
The Philadelphia University womens volleyball team (14-1, 4-0 CACC) pushed their winning streak to 14 with two wins on Saturday afternoon- a 3-1 victory over host Dominican College (7-6, 3-2 CACC) and a 3-0 shutout of St. Anselms College (3-3).
September 19, 2009
DAndrea, Simonetti Lead PhilaU to Top Finishes at Delaware
Sophomore Sarah Simonetti (Perkasie, PA/ Pennridge) paced her Lady Rams to a first place team finish by taking the individual title (19:39) at the Delaware Invitational on Saturday morning.
September 17, 2009
Mens Soccer Wins Fourth Straight Game
The Philadelphia University Rams (4-1, 2-0 CACC) won their fourth straight contest with a 3-1 win over the visiting Holy Family Tigers (3-2-1, 0-1-1 CACC) on Thursday night. Senior forward Svetozar Gladic (Novi Sad, Serbia) notched two of PhilaUs three goals.
September 17, 2009
Cant Stop the Lady Rams in 3-0 Win
The Philadelphia University Lady Rams (12-1, 3-0 CACC) continued their unbeaten streak with a 3-0 win over the University of the Sciences Lady Devils (0-3, 0-1 CACC) on Thursday evening.
September 16, 2009
Former PhilaU Baseball Player Diagnosed with Leukemia, Needs Donors
Two ways coming up to help PhilaU former baseball player Kyle Noonan 09 with his battle with Leukemia.
September 16, 2009
Women's Tennis Postponed Today vs. Post
The women's tennis match vs. Post University today (9/16) has been postponed due to inclement weather. A make-up date is to be determined...
September 15, 2009
PhilaU Serves Philadelphia Community at 2nd Annual Day of Service
The second annual Philadelphia University Day of Service was happening this Tuesday (9/15) and the Ram student-athletes were busy at various locations in Philadelphia serving their community.
September 15, 2009
McKale Nets Hat Trick, Sileo Gets Game-Winner in 10-0 Win
The Philadelphia University womens soccer team (4-1-2, 2-0 CACC) won on the road in a convincing 10-0 shutout of Lincoln University (2-5) on Tuesday night. Sophomore forward Kristin McKale (Huntingdon Valley, PA/ Lower Moreland) had the first hat trick of her career in the victory.
September 15, 2009
Seniors Guide Volleyball in 3-0 Win at Wilmington
The Philadelphia University volleyball team (11-1, 2-0 CACC) got a 3-0 shutout on the road vs. the Wilmington University Wildcats (2-5, 0-1 CACC) on Tuesday evening. The Lady Rams have not lost in 11 straight matches.
September 14, 2009
PhilaU Gets Seven Student-Athletes on CACC Award List
For the second time in as many weeks, seven Philadelphia University student-athletes were honored by the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) for their showings in last weeks contests, including women's cross country runner Sarah Simonetti.
September 14, 2009
Mens Golf Team Places Ninth at Wilmington Fall Classic
The Wilmington Fall Classic was a 36-hole event on Sunday (9/13), played at Frog Hollow in Middletown, DE. PhilaU place ninth overall.
September 13, 2009
PhilaU Mens & Womens Tennis Notches Wins over Rider
The Philadelphia University womens tennis team (4-1, 1-0 CACC) got a close 5-4 win over NCAA Division I Rider University (0-1) on Sunday afternoon. The mens team (1-0, 0-0 CACC) opened their fall season with a 7-2 romp over the Broncs (0-1).
September 12, 2009
Hat Trick from Gladic Does the Trick in 3-1 Win at Felician
The Philadelphia University mens soccer team (3-1, 1-0 CACC) got their first CACC win of the year with a 3-1 victory at Felician College (2-4, 0-1 CACC) on Saturday afternoon.
September 12, 2009
Women's XC Wins Wilmington, Men Take Second Overall
In soggy conditions at the 9th Annual Wilmington Invitational, the Philadelphia University womens cross country team took first-place overall and the men finished second.
September 12, 2009
Sileo is Stellar in Women's Soccer 3-1 Win at Felician
The Philadelphia University womens soccer team (3-1-2, 2-0 CACC) got a 3-1 win on the road vs. Felician College Falcons (0-3, 0-1 CACC) on Saturday.
September 12, 2009
Lady Rams Tennis Rolls 8-1 over USP
The womens tennis team (3-1, 2-0 CACC) defeated the University of the Sciences 8-1 on Saturday morning at the Abraham J. Salaman 58 Courts on the campus of Philadelphia University.
September 12, 2009
Volleyball Wins 10th Straight in 3-0 Sweeps of Phila Biblical, Alvernia
The Philadelphia University womens volleyball team (10-1, 1-0 CACC) won their ninth and 10th straight matches with 3-0 victories over both Philadelphia Biblical (4-4) and Alvernia (0-7) on Saturday afternoon.
September 10, 2009
Men's Soccer 2009 Media Guide Released
The 2009 Philadelphia University women's soccer media guide has been released, according to Philadelphia University Sports Information Director (SID) Sarah Punderson.
September 10, 2009
Womens Soccer Ties #13 Nationally-Ranked C.W. Post
The Philadelphia University Lady Rams (2-1-2) played to a 0-0 tie in double overtime on the road against the #13 nationally-ranked C.W. Post Pioneers (3-1-1) on Thursday afternoon.
September 9, 2009
Fall Brochure Available: Men's & Women's Tennis, Cross Country, Volleyball
The 2009 fall sports brochures are now available exclusively on the www.philaurams.com. Click on the sport's 'media guide' tab to view the newest publication.
September 9, 2009
Gladic Scores Golden Goal to Lift PhilaU 3-2 over ESU in OT
The Philadelphia University Rams (2-1, 0-0 CACC) got late game heroics from senior forward Svetozar Gladic (Novi Sad, Bosnia) to take a 3-2 non-conference win over the East Stroudsburg University Warriors (2-3, 0-0 PSAC) on Wednesday afternoon at Ravenhill Field.
September 9, 2009
Rendon Leads the Way as Volleyball Wins 8th Straight
The Philadelphia Lady Rams (8-1, 1-0 CACC) knocked off the Lincoln University Lions (2-5) 3-0 on Wednesday night. PhilaU is currently riding an eight-game winning streak, the best season start in the Mark Magarity era.
September 8, 2009
CACC Weekly Awards Honors Seven PhilaU Athletes
Seven Philadelphia University student-athletes have been honored by the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) for their performances over the past week.
September 8, 2009
PhilaU Remembers 08 Graduate Marcel Modeste
The Philadelphia University Athletic Department is saddened to announce the tragic death of former mens basketball student-athlete Marcel Modeste (W. Henrietta, NY/ Rush-Henrietta) in a car accident over the weekend.
September 5, 2009
Gladic Gets Game-Winner in 2-0 Shutout of Wheeling Jesuit
Philadelphia University mens soccer team (1-1) clinched a 2-0 shutout over Wheeling Jesuit University (0-1) on Saturday afternoon at Raven Field for their first win of 2009.
September 5, 2009
Volleyball Secures Kutztown Invitational Title with 4-0 Finish
The Philadelphia University womens volleyball team (7-1, 1-0 CACC) finished out a perfect weekend with two more wins, a 3-0 victory over Chowan and a 3-1 victory over host Kutztown Unviersity to clinch the title at the Kutztown University Invitational.
September 4, 2009
2010 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Announced
The Philadelphia University Athletics Department has announced the date for this years Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. The event will take place on Friday, May 14th in the Tuttleman Center at 6 p.m., on the campus of Philadelphia University.
September 4, 2009
Women's Soccer 2009 Media Guide Released
The 2009 Philadelphia University womens soccer media guide has been released, according to Philadelphia University Sports Information Director (SID) Sarah Punderson.
September 4, 2009
Haden Paces Womens Soccer to 3-3 Tie with #19 Ranked Bridgeport U.
The Philadelphia University womens soccer team (2-1-1, 1-0 CACC) ended a home match against the #19 nationally-ranked University of Bridgeport Purple Knights (1-0-2, 0-0 ECC) in a 3-3 tie on Friday afternoon.
September 4, 2009
Volleyball Goes 2-0 in First Day of Kutztown Invitational
The Philadelphia University Lady Rams (5-1, 1-0 CACC) picked up two non-conference wins, including a big 3-2 victory over West Chester University in the second match of the day. PhilaU defeated Elizabeth City State University 3-0 in the earlier game.
September 3, 2009
Women's Tennis Gets Non-Conference Win over Cabrini 8-1
The Philadelphia University women's tennis team (2-1) got an 8-1 win at Cabrini College (0-2) on Thursday afternoon.
September 2, 2009
PhilaU Mens Hoopster Mike Yocum Named CCA Regional Winner
Philadelphia University senior mens basketball student-athlete Mike Yocum (Dresher, PA/ Episcopal Academy) has been named the Conference Commissioners Association (CCA) Scholar-Athlete winner for the East region.
September 2, 2009
Freshmen Give Lady Rams a 1-0 Lift Over Chestnut Hill
Philadelphia University freshman forward Trisha Sileo (Islip, NYU/ Islip) notched her first collegiate game-winning goal in the 56th minute of regulation to give the Lady Rams
September 2, 2009
Volleyball Works Quickly in 3-0 Win over Phila Biblical
The Philadelphia University womens volleyball team (3-1, 1-0 CACC) made quick work of Philadelphia Biblical University (0-1) in a 3-0 route at the Gallagher Athletic Center on Wednesday evening.
September 2, 2009
XC Finishes Atop Competition at Haverford Time Trials
The Philadelphia University mens and womens cross country teams opened their seasons in dominating fashion at the Haverford Time Trials on Tuesday night.
September 1, 2009
PhilaU Volleyball First-Ever Live Webcast Debuts Wednesday
Philadelphia University Sports Information Director Sarah Punderson is pleased to announce the first-ever webcast of a womens volleyball game, set for Wednesday (September 2nd) at 7:00 p.m. when the Lady Rams host Philadelphia Biblical University at the Gallagher Athletic Center.
August 31, 2009
Volleyballs Rendon Tops CACC Weekly Award Winners
Three Philadelphia University student-athletes were honored by the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) after the first week of competition.
August 31, 2009
Mens Soccer Game Cancelled Today vs. Lincoln
The PhilaU mens soccer game today has been cancelled. The Rams were scheduled to play at Lincoln University at 4 p.m., a make-up date has yet to be determined.
August 31, 2009
Women's Tennis Bounced 6-3 at Holy Family
The Philadelphia University womens tennis team (1-1, 0-1 CACC) dropped their first match of the season in a 6-3 loss at Holy Family University (1-0, 1-0 CACC) on Monday afternoon.
August 30, 2009
Women's Soccer Shutdown 2-0 at Adelphi
The Philadelphia University womens soccer team (1-1, 0-0 CACC) was held scoreless in a 2-0 loss at Adelphi University (1-0, 0-0 NE-10) on Saturday afternoon. The Lady Rams were outshot 14-5 in the defeat.
August 30, 2009
Women's Tennis Dominates Chestnut Hill 8-1
The Philadelphia University womens tennis team (1-0, 1-0 CACC) opened the season with a 8-1 win over Chestnut Hill College (0-1, 0-1 CACC) on Saturday afternoon.
August 30, 2009
Volleyball Too Much in Two Wins over GBC and BSU
The Philadelphia University womens volleyball team (2-1, 1-0 CACC) picked up two solid wins in a tri-match vs. Goldey-Beacom College and Bowie State on Saturday. The Lady Rams won 3-1 vs. GBC and 3-0 vs. BSU.
August 29, 2009
Saturday's Scores, Stories to Come Tomorrow (Sunday)
PhilaU teams fared well on the first Saturday of the regular season...
August 28, 2009
Mens Soccer Just Misses in 4-3 Loss to #6 Nationally Ranked Millersville
The Philadelphia University mens soccer team pushed #6 nationally-ranked Millersville University to the brink- but fell just short in a 4-3 loss in their season-opener.
August 27, 2009
Sileo Makes Impressive Rookie Debut in 2-1 Win over Millersville
The Philadelphia University womens soccer team (1-0, 0-0 CACC) wasted no time getting their first win of the season in a 2-1 victory over the Millersville University Marauders (0-1, 0-1 PSAC) on Thursday evening.
August 27, 2009
Volleyball Gets Shut Out 3-0 against Warriors
The Philadelphia University womens volleyball team (0-1) could not hold of the East Stroudsburg University Warriors (1-0) in a 3-0 loss at the Gallagher Athletic Center on Thursday night.
August 26, 2009
Cambodian Adventure Gives PhilaU Coach a Worldly View
On May 13th, 2009, Philadelphia University womens soccer assistant coach Dana Kalmey05 departed for the hot and humid city of Siem Reap, Cambodia. She would spend exactly three months in the Southeast Asian country on a volunteer project...
August 24, 2009
PhilaU Officially Receives CACC Alfred R. Restaino Cup
The Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) handed over the womens Alfred C. Restaino Cup to Philadelphia University Athletic Director Tom Shirley at a conference athletic directors meeting last week.
August 21, 2009
PhilaU Athletes Help Freshmen Move In
As part of PhilaU tradition, the fall student-athletes helped freshmen move in to campus residence halls as they arrived for their first day as college students.
August 20, 2009
Women's Tennis CACC Preseason Poll Released
The PhilaU women's tennis team- the defending CACC Champions- are in full swing of preseason workouts. The CACC Preseason Poll has been released for the Lady Rams...
August 19, 2009
Fall Sports Social Welcomes Back All Fall Student-Athletes
The 2009 Fall Sport Social, organized by the Student Athlete Advisory Committee, welcomed back all fall student-athletes on Wednesday night in Downs Hall.
August 18, 2009
Lady Ram Soccer in the Heat of Preseason Practices
The Lady Ram women's soccer team welcomes 13 newcomers to the annual tradition of preseason workouts in the dog days of summer.
August 18, 2009
PhilaU Womens Volleyball CACC Preseason Poll Released
The Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) has picked the PhilaU volleyball team to finish third in the South Division this season, as voted on by the conference coaches and released today.
August 17, 2009
Volleyball Enjoying Preseason Routine
The Lady Rams volleyball squad took a minute to pose for a quick shot, before getting back into preseason workouts with Coach Mark Magarity...
August 14, 2009
Division II ADA Announces Academic Achievement Award Winners
The Division II Athletics Directors Association (DII ADA) announced the 2008-09 recipients of the DII ADA Academic Achievement Awards presented by WeatherPORT. PhilaU has 40 student-athletes on the national list.
August 13, 2009
PhilaU Fall Athletes Are Back!
The PhilaU men's and women's soccer and women's volleyball student-athletes reported back to campus today for their preseason workouts.
August 13, 2009
GEORGIAN COURT AND PHILADELPHIA TIE ATOP 2009 CACC WOMENS SOCCER PRESEASON POLL
After battling for the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) womens soccer championship last season, Georgian Court University and Philadelphia University tied for the top spot in the 2009 preseason poll.
August 11, 2009
Womens Tennis Names Rodriguez, Reinke Captains
Philadelphia University Head Womens Tennis Coach Marty Gilbert has announced that juniors Daniela Rodriguez (Quito, Ecuador, Colegio Menor) and Stephanie Reinke (St. James, NY/ Smithtown) have been named captains for the upcoming 2009-10 season.
August 3, 2009
Dunbar Announces Womens Soccer Captains for Fall Season
Philadelphia University Head Womens Soccer Coach George Dunbar has announced the 2009 season tri-captains. The triple threat is comprised of seniors Cari Schenkel (Pitman, NJ/Pitman) and Jill Sokolski (Philadelphia, PA/ Nazareth Academy), along with junior Natalie Vespe (Acto, NJ/ St. Joseph).
July 29, 2009
Local Players Named PhilaU Womens Hoops Captains for 2009-10 Season
Philadelphia University senior womens basketball players Jessica Romano (Horsham, PA/ Hatboro-Horsham) and Nina Brascetta (Philadelphia, PA/ Archbishop Ryan) have been named team captains for the 2009-10 season, announced Head Coach Tom Shirley.
July 27, 2009
Former Big East Champion Jackson to Host Baseball Camps at PhilaU
Mark Jackson, the new head baseball coach at Philadelphia University and former two-time Big East championship-winning coach at the University of Pittsburgh will host three baseball camps in August at PhilaU.
July 27, 2009
Womens Tennis Announces Meeting for Interested Players
Interested in trying out for the Philadelphia University womens tennis team this fall? Head Coach Marty Gilbert will meet with interested players at the beginning of the fall semester on Thursday, August 20th (3 p.m.), Friday, August 21st (3 p.m.) and Saturday, August 22nd at 9 a.m.
July 21, 2009
Phila Inquirer Names Six PhilaU Athletes to Academic All-Area Team
Six Philadelphia University spring student-athletes were selected to the annual Philadelphia Inquirer Academic All-Area Teams, as released in the newspaper this past Sunday (July 19th).
July 17, 2009
Summer Brings Changes to Athletic Department
With less than a month until fall student-athletes return to Henry Ave and Schoolhouse Lane for preseason workouts, the summer is well underway in the Philadelphia University Athletic Department. Changes are happening, and some of them are highlighted here...
July 7, 2009
CACC SELECTS PHILAUS YOCUM AS 2008-09 MALE SCHOLAR-ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
Mike Yocum of Philadelphia University has been chosen the 2008-09 Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Male Scholar-Athlete of the Year in an announcement made today by Commissioner Dan Mara.
July 7, 2009
Reebok All-American Camp Ends at PhilaU
A cant-miss stop on the summer recruiting tour, the Reebok All-American Basketball Camp at Philadelphia University wrapped up action on Friday
July 6, 2009
Mark Jackson Named Philadelphia Univ. Head Baseball Coach
Jackson has over 20 years of coaching experience on a resume that includes two Big East titles while head coach at the University of Pittsburgh.
July 1, 2009
DeLaney joins Magees PhilaU Mens Basketball Staff
Philadelphia University Athletic Director Tom Shirley has announced that former West Chester University (WCU) Mens Basketball Head Coach Dick DeLaney will join PhilaU Head Coach Herb Magees staff as the newest assistant mens basketball coach.
June 30, 2009
PhilaU Womens Hoops Adds Jean-Marie (Reilly) Torpey to Coaching Staff
Philadelphia University Athletic Director and Womens Basketball Head Coach Tom Shirley has announced that former standout Lady Ram point guard Jean-Marie (Reilly) Torpey will join his staff as the newest assistant womens basketball coach.
June 29, 2009
PhilaU Golf Brings in One Recruit for Fall 2009-10
Philadelphia University head golf coach Joe Martin is pleased to announce the addition of Tim Gobrecht (Woodlyn, PA) to the Rams for the 2009-10 season.
June 25, 2009
Philadelphia University Set to Host Reebok All-American Camp
Philadelphia University is set to host the Reebok All-American Camp for the third year in a row this summer. The camp, held July 8th-10th, will feature some of the most talented mens high school basketball players in the country...
June 19, 2009
Marty Gilbert Welcomes Burke, Miller to PhilaU Tennis in the Fall
Philadelphia University head mens and womens tennis coach Marty Gilbert has announced two incoming recruits for the fall 09 season.
June 18, 2009
Womens Hoops Assistant Stadelberger Accepts USP Head Coaching Job
Philadelphia University longtime womens basketball assistant coach Paul Stadelberger has officially accepted the head coaching position at the University of the Sciences-Philadelphia...
June 17, 2009
PhilaU Past and Present Women's Athletes in the News
Philadelphia, PA - Philadelphia University women's basketball alum, Tammy Greene, and womens lacrosse incoming freshman, Liz Jones, are in the news for their achievements.
June 12, 2009
PhilaU Mens XC to Add One Recruit to Fall Roster
Philadelphia, PA- Philadelphia University head mens cross country coach Dave Thomas is pleased to announce the addition of Kipregeno "Kip" Kirui to the mens roster for this coming fall.
June 12, 2009
Coach Magarity Announces Three Incoming Volleyball Recruits
PhiladelphiaUniversity head volleyball coach Mark Magarity has announced his incoming recruiting class, set to head to campus this coming fall. The three recruits include Danielle Carney (Thousand Oaks, CA/ Thousand Oaks), Ellie Edgar (Cuyahoga Falls, OH/ Cuyahoga Falls) and Mary Mancuso (Granby, MA/ Holyoke Catholic).
June 11, 2009
CACC Announces Spring All-Academic Team
Philadelphia University had 15 student-athletes named to the CACC All-Academic team for the 2009 spring athletic season. A total of 75 student-athletes were named among the 13 conference schools. Included are 20 repeat selections, while nine student-athletes were named for the third time in their careers.
June 11, 2009
PhilaUs Tyler Mentzer Tabbed Collegiate Baseball Writers 1st Team
Philadelphia University junior shortstop Tyler Mentzer (Gettysburg, PA/ Delone Catholic) has been tabbed a National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association All-East Region 1st Team selection.
June 1, 2009
Women's Rowing Eight Team Takes Fourth in NCAA Finals
The Philadelphia University Womens Rowing Eight team placed fourth overall in the NCAA Division II Grand Final Eights Sunday, May 31 at the NCAA womens rowing championships at Cooper River Park in Camden County.
May 27, 2009
PHILADELPHIA WOMEN WIN 2008-09 ALFRED R. RESTAINO, SR., CUP, MEN FINISH 2nd
The Philadelphia University women have claimed the 2008-09 Alfred R. Restaino, Sr., Cup, while the men took second overall in an announcement made today by Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Commissioner Dan Mara. The cups are given annually to the institutions that perform the best across the board in CACC-sponsored sports.
May 26, 2009
Three PhilaU Athletic Administrators Promoted
The Philadelphia University Athletic Department will be under-going some changes to begin over the summer 09 as three administrators will begin new or elevated roles within the department.
May 21, 2009
PhilaU Mens Basketball to Bring in Three Recruits for 2009-10
Philadelphia University mens basketball will add three freshmen to their 2009-10 roster this coming fall, as announced by head coach Herb Magee.
May 19, 2009
PhilaU Women's Rowing Receives At-Large Bid to NCAA Championships
The Philadelphia University rowing team received an at-large bid to compete in their second-straight trip to the NCAA Rowing Championships, announced at 5 p.m. on May 19th.
May 18, 2009
PhilaU Athletics Holds 8th Annual Alumni Golf Invitational
The Philadelphia University Athletic Department held their eighth annual Alumni Golf Invitational on Friday, May 15th at the Chesapeake Bay Golf Club to raise money for the Universitys athletic programs.
May 18, 2009
Philadelphia University Celebrates 125th Commencement Ceremony
Graduates walked across the stage at The Mann Center for the Performing Arts yesterday, Sunday, May 17, in front of a cheering crowd of family, friends, faculty and staff during the 125th Commencement ceremony.
May 18, 2009
PhilaUs Womens Soccer Announces 12 Recruits in 2009-10
Philadelphia University head womens soccer coach George Dunbar has announced the addition of 12 student-athletes to join the Lady Rams in 2009. The incoming freshmen hail from six different states, including four from the Philadelphia area.
May 13, 2009
Mentzer Named to 2009 Daktronics All-East Region
Junior shortstop Tyler Mentzer has been named to the Daktronics All-East Region 2nd Team...
May 13, 2009
Coach Herb Magee to Receive Honorary Doctorate at PhilaU Commencement May 17
Magee, who will start his 50th year at PhilaU this fall, is one of the top-winning coaches in NCAA history.
May 12, 2009
Softball Announces Incoming Recruits for Class of 2013
Philadelphia University head softball coach John Kelly has announced his freshman class of 2013. Kelly will bring four student-athletes this coming fall onto a Lady Ram team that had a record 25 Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) wins in 2009.
May 11, 2009
PhilaU Head Baseball Coach Mark Heineman Resigns
Philadelphia University Director of Athletics Tom Shirley has announced the resignation of head baseball coach Mark Heineman, effective immediately.
May 11, 2009
Womens Cross Country Announces Class of 2013
Philadelphia University head womens cross country coach Dave Thomas has announced three incoming freshman that will be joining the Lady Rams in the fall of 2009.
May 9, 2009
Rowing Competes at Dad Vail Regatta
The men's and women's rowing teams competed at the Dad Vail Regatta on the Schuylkill River this weekend. Stay tuned to www.philaurams.com for all the latest results.
May 8, 2009
Women's Tennis Ends Season in 5-0 Loss at NCAA Tournament
The Philadelphia University Lady Rams (17-7, 7-0 CACC) dropped a NCAA East Regional Tournament match 5-0 to the Concordia College Clippers (15-2, 6-0 ECC) on Friday evening to end their 2008-09 campaign. The Lady Rams highlighted the year with a CACC Team Championship and Player of the Year honor.
May 7, 2009
Men's Tennis Ends Season in 5-0 Loss at NCAA Tournament
The Philadelphia University mens tennis team (18-8, 10-0 CACC) saw their championship season come to an end at the NCAA East Regional Tournament, hosted by Queens College on Thursday. The #6 seeded Rams fell 5-0 to the #3 seeded Stonehill College (22-3) in the single elimination tournament.
May 5, 2009
PhilaU Baseball & Softball Garner Season-End CACC Awards
In the final week of the spring season for Philadelphia Universitys baseball and softball teams, several PhilaU student-athletes earned both Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) weekly awards as well as All-Conference.
May 5, 2009
Chestnut Hill College Appoints PhilaU's Lynn Tubman as Athletics Director
Chestnut Hill College announced today the hiring of Lynn Tubman as the Director of Athletics and Recreation. Tubman, who brings more than 13 years of athletic administration experience to Chestnut Hill, will begin her new position no later than July 1, 2009.
May 5, 2009
PhilaU Hires Joseph Martin as Head Golf Coach
Philadelphia University has named Joseph Martin as head golf coach. He comes to PhilaU from Nazareth Academy High School, where he served as the Head Varsity Golf Coach
May 5, 2009
PhilaU Womens Basketball Announces Class of 2013
Philadelphia University womens basketball head coach and Athletics Director Tom Shirley announced the addition of Kristen Blye (Chester Springs, PA/ Downingtown East) and Megan Finn (Collegeville, PA/ Perkiomen Valley) to the CACC Champion Lady Rams basketball team.
May 4, 2009
CACC Softball All-Tournament Team Announced
Host Georgian Court University captured the 2009 CACC Softball Championship Saturday afternoon with their 2-0 shutout of the defending champion Caldwell College Cougars. The CACC All-Tournament Team was announced and includes two PhilaU players.
May 4, 2009
PhilaU Tennis NCAA East Regional Sites, Dates Announced
The Philadelphia University mens and womens tennis teams are going to the NCAAs after winning their respective CACC titles this year. The teams will travel to the NCAA East Regional Tournaments, dates and sites are below.
May 2, 2009
Rams Take Season Series vs. Deacons, Win Final Game of the Year in Style
The Philadelphia University Rams won two of three games this weekend against Bloomfield College, win friday night and splitting a doubleheader today on Senior Day.
May 1, 2009
Softball Knocks Off #1 Dominican, Falls to Bloomfield in CACC Softball Tournament
The Philadelphia University Lady Rams (25-21, 13-11 CACC) won the first game of the day 7-0 over the #7 east-regionally ranked and tournament #1 seeded Dominican College Chargers (39-14, 22-2 CACC) but fell 5-1 to Bloomfield College to be eliminated from the CACC Softball Tournament.
April 30, 2009
Softball Advances to Day 2 of CACC Tournament with 5-4 Win
The Philadelphia University softball team (24-20, 13-11 CACC) advanced to the second day of CACC Softball Tournament play with a 5-4 win over Wilmington University after falling to the Bloomfield College Deacons in the first game. The Lady Rams will face the loser of #1 Dominican/#4 Georgian Court at 12:00 p.m. tomorrow (5/1) on Field 2 at Georgian Court University.
April 29, 2009
Rams Sweep Doubleheader, Season Series vs. the Devils
The Philadelphia University Rams took the season series after sweeping USP 6-1, 6-0 today at Richie Asburn Field.
April 28, 2009
CACC Weekly Honors Go To Championship Winners
Four PhilaU student-athletes were honored by the CACC this week after turning in championship-caliber performances.
April 28, 2009
Baseball vs. Kutztown (5/3) Cancelled
The baseball game vs. Kutztown originally scheduled for Sunday, May 3rd at noon is cancelled.
April 28, 2009
Hartley's Homer Rallies Baseball to 12-8 Win over Sciences
The Philadelphia University baseball team (13-26, 10-12 CACC) got a 12-8 lift over the University of the Sciences (3-34, 2-18 CACC) on Tuesday afternoon. PhilaUs senior catcher Jason Hartley (Levittown, PA/ Neshaminy) went 1-4 at the plate with hit a three-run homer in the seventh inning to lead the Rams.
April 28, 2009
Golf Honors Seniors P.J. O'Brien and James Balleto
The Philadelphia University golf team honored their two seniors- P.J OBrien (Clarks Summit, PA/ Abington Heights) and James Balleto (Hamilton, NJ/ Notre Dame HS) before the teams match vs. La Salle University on Monday afternoon.
April 28, 2009
Softball's Richard, Schmidt Named to CACC All-Conference Teams
The 2009 CACC Softball All-Conference team has been announced and the Philadelphia University Lady Rams have two student-athletes who made the list this year. The teams are voted on by the CACC head coaches.
April 28, 2009
Renner Grinds Out 3 Doubles in 9-0 Win over Chestnut Hill on Senior Day
PhilaU freshman catcher Katie Renner (Berryville, VA/ Brunswick) led her Lady Rams (22-19, 13-11 CACC) with five RBIs in a 9-0 win over the Chestnut Hill College Griffins (4-38, 1-23 CACC) on Tuesday afternoon
April 27, 2009
2009 PhilaU Athletics Awards Banquet
The PhilaU Athletic Awards Banquet recognized all teams and student-athletes for their achievements on and off the playing field.
April 27, 2009
Softball Takes #6 Seed at CACC Championship, Plays #3 Bloomfield
The Philadelphia University softball team (22-13, 13-11 CACC) received the #6 seed in the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Softball Tournament, to be held from April 30th- May 2nd at Georgian Court University.
April 27, 2009
Womens Rowing Finishes 2nd in East Region
The Philadelphia University womens rowing team competed at the NCAA East Regional regatta hosted by Mercyhurst College on Sunday (4/26), finishing in second-place overall in the east region. The mens team competed at the Bergen Cup in Philadelphia, taking second-place in the varsity eight behind just Temple.
April 26, 2009
Rams Split with Felician, Take Game One 8-6
The Philadelphia University Rams took game one 8-6 after exploding for seven runs in the seventh inning.
April 26, 2009
Softball Splits at Goldey-Beacom 0-1, 7-0
The Philadelphia University softball team (22-19, 13-11 CACC) wrapped up a record-setting week with a doubleheader split at Goldey-Beacom College (19-21, 8-14 CACC) on Sunday afternoon. The Lady Rams fell 0-1 in game one and got a 7-0 win in the second game of the day. PhilaU secured themselves a CACC playoff berth (the first time in program history) with their regular season finish.
April 26, 2009
Lacrosse Wins First-Ever CACC Championship 11-9 over Georgian Court
The #2 seeded Philadelphia University lacrosse team (10-7, 8-2 CACC) won the inaugural Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Womens Lacrosse Championship 11-9, knocking off the #1 seeded Georgian Court University Lions (15-3, 10-0 CACC) on Sunday afternoon.
April 25, 2009
Rams Split Doubleheader with Nyack, Take Game Two 3-2
The Philadelphia University Rams split a CACC doubleheader with the Warriors, but dropped the season series.
April 25, 2009
Torroella-Cruz Wins CACC Singles Championship, Teams with Sgouros to Win Doubles
It was a great day for PhilaU mens tennis as both the CACC Singles and Doubles Championship featured an entirely Ram lineup, guaranteeing a complete PhilaU sweep of the CACC Team, Singles and Doubles Championships.
April 25, 2009
Softball Clinches CACC Playoff Spot with Sweep at Nyack
The Philadelphia University softball team (21-18, 12-10 CACC) pulled off a CACC sweep at Nyack College (3-35, 2-23 CACC) on Saturday afternoon winning 3-0 in game one and 9-0 in the second game on a mercy rule. The wins secure PhilaU their first-ever CACC playoff appearance , as the team is now in a three-way tie for fifth-place with Wilmington and Holy Family. Seeds will be determined later in the week and action begins on Thursday (3/30).
April 25, 2009
Women's Lacrosse Advances to CACC Championship Game with 16-7 Win over Chestnut Hill
The #2 seeded PhilaU women's lacrosse team defeated #3 Chestnut Hill 16-7 in the CACC Women's Lacrosse Semifinal to advance to the first-ever CACC Women's Lacrosse Championship to be held tomorrow (4/26) at Georgian Court Univ. at 1 p.m.
April 24, 2009
Baseball vs. Felician Moved to Rutgers
PhilaU baseball's doubleheader against Felician College is moved to Rutgers University on Sunday.
April 24, 2009
Warriors Get on Top Early, Beat Rams 13-4
Five first inning runs doom Rams in CACC matchup vs. Nyack.
April 24, 2009
Men's Tennis Players Advance to Championship Saturday
Several Philadelphia University mens tennis players advanced to their respective championship matches after faring well on the first day of the CACC Mens Tennis Individual Championships. The championships begin tomorrow (4/25) at Chestnut Hill College with the Doubles Championship kicking the day off at 9 a.m.
April 23, 2009
Mens Tennis Clinches Inaugural CACC Team Championship
The Philadelphia University mens tennis team (18-7, 10-0 CACC) dismantled the University of the Sciences Devils (11-7, 8-2 CACC) in a 5-0 win to claim the first-ever Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Team Championship on Thursday evening. This year was the CACCs inaugural season of mens tennis as a sponsored sport.
April 23, 2009
Softball's Kristin 'Big G' Giamatteo Hits Game Winner as PhilaU Sweeps Holy Family
The Philadelphia University softball team (19-18, 10-10 CACC) got a conference sweep over Holy Family University (15-25, 8-8 CACC) with 2-1 and 1-0 wins on Thursday afternoon. Junior third baseman Kristin Giamatteo hit the game-winner in game two, while freshman pitcher Ali Schmidt (Cordova, MD/ Easton) tossed two complete games and compiled 22 strikeouts on the day.
April 22, 2009
PhilaU Places Seventh at CACC Golf Championships
The Philadelphia University Golf Team placed seventh at the CACC Championships at Frog Hollow Golf Course in Middletown, DE yesterday.
April 22, 2009
Softball, Baseball Postponed Today (4/22)
Today's softball and baseball doubleheaders have been postponed. The softball games are rescheduled for Sunday (4/26) at GBC at 11:30 a.m. The doubleheader vs. Mercy College originally scheduled for 4/26 is now cancelled. One of the baseball games has been rescheduled for April 29th at University of the Sciences, making it a doubleheader. The second game has not been rescheduled.
April 22, 2009
CACC Lacrosse All-Conference Announced, Sullivan Takes Top Award
Five Philadelphia University womens lacrosse players earned Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) accolades in the leagues inaugural season of the sport. Junior goalie Katherine Sullivan (Mt. Laurel, NJ/ Lenape) earned the CACCs highest honor- the Player of the Year award.
April 22, 2009
Lax Wins 18-5 in Regular Season Finale, Will Face Chestnut Hill in CACC Semifinals
The Philadelphia University womens lacrosse team (8-7, 8-2 CACC) picked up an 18-5 victory in their final regular season game over the Dominican College Chargers (3-10, 2-8 CACC) on Wednesday afternoon. Junior midfielder Kathleen Maurer (Rochester, NY/ Our Lady of Mercy) had a game-high five points, including four goals.
April 21, 2009
Four PhilaU Athletes Earn CACC Honors
Four Philadelphia University student-athletes earned Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) awards for the week ending on Sunday, April 19th.
April 21, 2009
Men's Tennis Advances to CACC Team Championship in 5-0 Win
The #1 seeded Philadelphia University mens tennis team (17-7, 10-0 CACC) advanced to the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Team Tournament Championship match in a 5-0 victory over #4 Bloomfield College on Tuesday afternoon. The Rams took just 50 minutes to seal the victory and did not give up a single game in the process.
April 20, 2009
Postponements/Cancellations Today
Today's women's lacrosse contest vs. Kutztown has been cancelled and will not be made up. Golf at the CACC Championships has been postponed and will resume tomorrow morning at 8 AM in Delaware. Men's tennis will host Caldwell tomorrow (4/21) in the first round of the CACC Team Tournament.
April 20, 2009
P.J. O'Brien: Athlete of the Week
Senior P.J. O'Brien of the golf team is this week's PhilaU Athlete of the Week.
April 19, 2009
Pitching Falters, Offense Struggles as Rams Lose to Caldwell 17-1
The Philadelphia University Rams drop another CACC matchup as the pitching staff and offense struggles.
April 19, 2009
Men's Tennis Upends West Chester 8-1
The Philadelphia University mens tennis team (16-7, 10-0 CACC) charged out to an 8-1 win over non-conference foe West Chester University on Sunday morning.
April 19, 2009
Softball Defeated by Post, 4-1 in Both Games
The Philadelphia University softball team (17-18, 8-10 CACC) dropped two home games to the Post University Eagles (21-15, 9-9 CACC) on Sunday afternoon. Freshman infielder Katie Renner (Berryville, VA/ Brunswick) went 4-6 at the plate to lead the Lady Rams.
April 18, 2009
Rams Drop Double-header to #1 Dominican
The Philadelphia University Rams dropped a CACC double-header to #1 regionally ranked Dominican College 8-6 and 6-2 today at Alumni Field.
April 18, 2009
Tennis Hosts Adelphi, # 7 Men Fall 8-1, #4 Womens Win 9-0
The Philadelphia University #7 regionally-ranked mens tennis team (15-7, 10-0 CACC) dropped a non-conference match 8-1 to the #4 ranked Adelphia University Panthers on Saturday afternoon, while the #4 regionally-ranked PhilaU women (16-6, 7-0 CACC) gave the Panther women a 9-0 blanking. The team also recognized senior Borys Jarocz for 'Senior Day 2009'.
April 18, 2009
Softball Swept by Dominican on the Road- 1-0 and 3-1
The Philadelphia University softball team (17-16, 8-8 CACC) was swept in a CACC doubleheader by the Dominican College Chargers (25-12, 11-2 CACC) on Saturday afternoon. PhilaU lost 1-0 in an eight inning game one, and 3-1 in the second contest. Junior outfielder Jen Richard (Millstone Twp.,NJ/ Allentown) led the Lady Rams at the plate, going 3-7 on the day.
April 18, 2009
Lady Rams Lax Falls 22-4 to #1 Nationally-Ranked Adelphi
The Philadelphia University womens lacrosse team (7-7, 7-2 CACC) fell 22-4 in a non-conference match-up to the #1 nationally-ranked Adelphi University Panthers (12-0) on Saturday afternoon. The Lady Rams recognized their three seniors in a brief Senior Day ceremony before the game- Amanda Harding, Sarah Davis and Kathryn Sheehan.
April 17, 2009
PhilaUs A Night with the Philadelphia Four a Success
On Thursday, April 16th Philadelphia University held A Night with the Philadelphia Four on campus by welcoming students, alumni, community members and supporters for an evening of fun.
April 17, 2009
Baseball Game vs. Caldwell Rescheduled for 4/19
The Philadelphia University baseball game vs. Caldwell College has been rescheduled for April 19th.
April 17, 2009
Rams Fall to #1 Dominican in 12 innings
The Philadelphia University Rams dropped a CACC matchup to #1 regionally ranked Dominican College in extra innings.
April 17, 2009
PhilaU Mens Basketball to Compete in Disney World DII Tip-Off Classic, Donate Online
The PhilaU mens basketball team will compete in the prestigious Walt Disney World NCAA Division II Tip-Off Classic on November 5th-8th, 2009. The team will host a fundraising event on Saturday, May 2nd to raise financial support for the trip. Supporters can also donate online.
April 17, 2009
Tennis Shuts Out Chestnut Hill 9-0
The Philadelphia University mens tennis team (15-6, 10-2 CACC) held Chestnut Hill scoreless, getting a 9-0 win- their 10th Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CAC) win of the year.
April 17, 2009
Softball To Play Goldey-Beacom on Wednesday, April 22nd
Softball at Wilmington University on Wednesday 4/22/09 is now at Goldy Beacom College for a DH @ 3:30 . Wilmington, which was non conference will not be made up.
April 16, 2009
Softball, Baseball Today (4/16) Postponed
The softball and baseball games scheduled for today, April 16th have been postponed due to wet field conditions. The make-up dates are TBD.
April 16, 2009
Lacrosse Squashes Holy Family in 18-7 CACC Action
Freshman attacker Taylor Peltzer (Holland, PA/ Archbishop Wood) racked up four goals to lead all scorers in a 18-7 win for Philadelphia University (7-6, 7-2 CACC) over the Holy Family University Tigers (0-13, 0-9 CACC) on Thursday evening.
April 15, 2009
Softball, Baseball Postponed Today (4/15), Rescheduled For Tomorrow
Todays away softball and baseball games have been posteponed and are rescheduled for tomorrow, Thursday, April 16th.
April 15, 2009
Women's Tennis vs. Kutztown on Sunday (4/19) Cancelled
The women's tennis home match vs. Kutztown orginally scheduled for Sunday, April 19th has been cancelled.
April 14, 2009
Six PhilaU Athletes Tabbed for CACC Weekly Honors
Philadelphia University had six spring student-athletes named to the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) weekly honors list for their performances ending on Sunday, April 12th.
April 14, 2009
PhilaU Athlete of the Week- Men's Tennis Adrian Torroella-Cruz
Men's tennis freshman #1 singles player Adrian Torroella-Cruz has been selected as this week's Philadelelphia University 'Athlete of the Week'.
April 14, 2009
Men's Tennis Today (4/14) Postponed vs. Chestnut Hill, Rescheduled for Friday
Today's men's tennis match vs. CHC has been postponed due to inclement weather and is rescheduled for Friday (4/17) at 3 p.m. at the Abraham J. Salaman '58 Courts.
April 14, 2009
Lacrosse Whips Chestnut Hill 22-6 as O'Hanlon Scores Hat Trick
The Philadelphia University womens lacrosse team (6-6, 6-2 CACC) cruised to a 22-6 CACC win over the Chestnut Hill College Griffins (8-6, 5-3 CACC) on a rainy Tuesday night. PhilaU sophomore attacker Michelle OHanlon (Springfield, PA/ Springfield) led all scorers with seven points (three goals, four assists) and freshman midfielder Caribeth Shappell (Lancaster, PA/ Cocalico) had a career-high night with six points (two goals, four assists).
April 13, 2009
Ninth Inning Single Leads Rams to 2-1 Victory Over Felician
Freshman utility Joe Thayres' single in ninth inning led the Rams to another CACC victory.
April 13, 2009
Today Baseball Game vs. Felician Will Begin at 4 PM
Due to travel difficulties, the home baseball contest vs. Felician College will start at 4 p.m. today (4/13) instead of the original time of 3 p.m.
April 13, 2009
Tuesday's Golf Match Postponed
Tuesday's (4/14) golf match at The Ace Club has been postponed. No make-up date has been scheduled.
April 13, 2009
Rowing Medals at Knecht Cup on the Cooper River
The Philadelphia University mens and womens rowing teams competed in the Knecht Cup on the Cooper River over the weekend.
April 13, 2009
Softball Splits DH with Molloy- Won 6-1 in Game 1 and Fell 5-3 in 2nd Game
The Philadelphia University Lady Rams (17-14, 8-6 CACC) split a doubleheader against the Molloy College Lions on Monday afternoon. The Lady Rams took game one 6-1 and fell after a late MC comeback in game two 5-3. Sophomore outfielder Jen Richard went 4-5 at the plate on the day with three RBIs.
April 11, 2009
Contest Postponed: Baseball, Softball, Tennis, Golf (4/11/09)
Today's softball doubleheader vs. Post University has been postponed due to inclement weather and rescheduled for Sunday, April 19th. Baseball at Felician and golf at the Ace Club has been postponed...Also- men's and women's tennis at Rider has been cancelled.
April 10, 2009
PhilaU Athlete of the Week: Ali Schmidt
Freshman right hander Ali Schmidt is this week's PhilaU Athlete of the Week after helping the Lady Rams to a 3-1 week.
April 10, 2009
Baseball At Felician To Start at 3 PM- Site Changed Also
The baseball doubleheader at Felician on Saturday (4/11) has been changed to a 3 p.m. start time and will be played at Geick Park in Old Bridge, NJ.
April 10, 2009
Ram Tennis Gives Post 1-2 Punch With Two Wins
Freshman #1 singles Adrian Torroella-Cruz (Gainesville, FL/ Gainesville) led the Philadelphia University mens tennis team (14-6, 9-0 CACC) to 6-0 and 9-0 wins over Post University on Friday afternoon.
April 10, 2009
Lacrosse Outdueled 17-9 at Molloy, Davis Nets Three
The Philadelphia University womens lacrosse team (5-6, 5-2 CACC) suffered a 17-9 road loss at Molloy College (5-6) on Friday afternoon. Senior attack Sarah Davis (Dublin, OH/ Dublin Scioto) led the way for PhilaU, notching a team-high three goals and one assist.
April 9, 2009
Men's Tennis Grabs 8-1 CACC Win at Bloomfield
The Philadelphia University mens tennis team (12-6, 7-0 CACC) won their seventh straight match en route to a 8-1 conference victory at Bloomfield on Thursday afternoon.
April 9, 2009
Softball Wins 4th Straight With Sweep At Chestnut Hill 8-2, 5-1
The Philadelphia University softball team (16-13, 8-6 CACC) extended their winning streak to four with a Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) sweep of the Chestnut Hill College Griffins (4-24, 1-11 CACC) on Thursday afternoon.
April 9, 2009
Lacrosse vs. St. Thomas Aquinas College on Saturday Postponed
The women's lacrosse game vs. St. Thomas Aquinas College scheduled for this Saturday (4/11) has been postponed with no makeup date scheduled. Stay tuned to www.philaurams.com for updates on this event.
April 8, 2009
Rams Sweep Doubleheader vs. Wilmington
The Rams sweep another CACC doubleheader, defeating Wilmington 8-2, 3-0
April 7, 2009
Phillie Phanatic Comes to Philadelphia University on April 16th
Philadelphia University welcomes the community to a free event on Thursday, April 16th at 6:30 p.m.-A Night Out with the Philadelphia Four. The event will be held on PhilaUs campus, at the Gallagher Athletic Center and will feature the Philadelphia Phillies mascot the Phillie Phanatic,
April 7, 2009
Baseball Postponed vs. Caldwell Today, To Be Played 4/15
Today's baseball game at Caldwell has been postponed due to field conditions. The game will be played on 4/15 at 3 p.m. at Caldwell.
April 7, 2009
Men's Basketball's Ingram, Yocum Named to Philly Inquirer All-Academic Team
PhilaU juniors Malcolm Ingram and Mike Yocum have been named the 2009 Philadelphia Inquirer Academic All-Area Mens Basketball Team. The two join three other student-athletes selected to the Philadelphia Inquirer Academic All-Area Mens Basketball Team. The team is voted on by the sports information offices of the 28 area institutions from the Philadelphia metropolitan area.
April 7, 2009
Men's Tennis vs. West Chester (4/8) Postponed
The mens tennis match originally scheduled for Wednesday April 8th, 2009 vs. West Chester at Philadelphia University has been postponed. The match make-up date is TBD.
April 7, 2009
PhilaU Mens Tennis Backhands Caldwell 9-0
The #7 east regionally-ranked Philadelphia University mens tennis team (11-6, 6-0 CACC) shutout the Caldwell Cougars (0-5, 0-3 CACC) on Tuesday afternoon at the Abraham J. Salaman 58 Courts.
April 7, 2009
Softball Sweeps USP 10-3, 4-3 in CACC Doubleheader
The Lady Rams softball squad (14-13, 6-6 CACC) swept a conference doubleheader over the University of the Sciences Devils (8-20, 4-6 CACC) on a brisk Tuesday afternoon at McNeil Field. PhilaU won handily 10-3 in the first game and a seventh inning homer from junior pitcher/infielder Kelly Rauco (Nutley, NJ/ Nutley) gave the Lady Rams a 4-3 win in game two.
April 7, 2009
Softballs Schmidt Named ECAC Co-Pitcher of the Week
Philadelphia University freshman pitcher Ali Schmidt (Cordova, MD/ Easton) has been named the Eastern Collegiate Athletic Conference (ECAC) Co-Pitcher of the Week for her performances ending on April 5th.
April 7, 2009
Women's Basketball Junior Jess Romano Named Philly Inquirer Academic All-Area Team
Romano is one of seven student-athletes selected to the Philadelphia Inquirer Academic All-Area Womens Basketball Team. The team is voted on by the sports information offices of the 28 area institutions from the Philadelphia metropolitan area.
April 6, 2009
Golf Postponed Today Due to Inclement Weather
Today's golf match vs. Immaculata and La Salle at the Ace Club has been postponed due to inclement weather. The match is rescheduled for Monday, April 27th at 12:15 p.m.
April 6, 2009
CACC Weekly Awards Announced for April
Three Philadelphia University student-athletes were included in the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conferences most recent awards, announced today.
April 5, 2009
Swarthmore Takes 1st at Ace Club, PhilaU Finishes Third
The PhilaU golf team took the three spot in a quad meet the team hosted at the Ace Club on Saturday, April 4th...
April 5, 2009
Men's Tennis Upends USP 6-3, Women Fall to Moravian 7-2
The Philau tennis squads had a busy Sunday, as the men took a 6-3 victory over University of the Sciences at home and the women fell 7-2 at Moravian...
April 5, 2009
Softball Splits with #1 East Region ranked C.W. Post in Non-Conference Doubleheader
The Philadelphia University softball team (12-13, 4-6 CACC) split in a non-conference doubleheader at C.W. Post University (16-10) on Sunday afternoon.
April 5, 2009
PhilaU Lax Falls 15-9 at Georgian Court
The Philadelphia University womens lacrosse team (5-5, 5-2 CACC) fell to Georgian Court University (9-2, 6-0 CACC) for the second time this season, this one a 15-9 loss on the road.
April 5, 2009
PhilaU Rowing Fares Well Despite Rain and Strong Gusts
The PhilaU mens and womens rowing teams won three races and fared well overall in a home regatta vs. Washington College, Villanova and Dowling on the Schuylkill River on Saturday, April 4th.
April 4, 2009
Baseball Sweeps Doubleheader vs. #10 Caldwell
The Philadelphia University Rams took two games from the #10 regionally ranked Cougars.
April 4, 2009
Women's Tennis Match Today (4/4) at Queens Cancelled
Today's women's tennis match at Queens College has been cancelled due to inclement weather and will not be made up.
April 3, 2009
Saturday's Lax Game Postponed , Baseball Game Today (Friday) Also Postponed
The baseball game at Caldwell College is postponed today, April 3rd. Also- women's lax vs. Dominican scheduled for tomorrow (4/4) has been postponed and will be made up...
April 3, 2009
Two PhilaU Athletes Tabbed ECAC Basketball All-Stars
Junior forward Malcolm Ingram and junior guard Russell Frederick were named to the ECAC All Star team after leading the Rams to the CACC Championship and a berth into the NCAA Tournament.
April 3, 2009
Men's Tennis Voted 7th in Latest East Region Poll
The PhilaU Men's Tennis team's 5-2 regional record has moved them into 7th place by the NCAA Men's Tennis Committee.
April 3, 2009
Jess Romano Tabbed ECAC All-Star
Junior center Jess Romano was named to ECAC All-Star team after leading the Lady Rams to the CACC Championship.
April 3, 2009
Philadelphia Womens Tennis Ranked 4th in NCAA East Region Poll
The Philadelphia University womens tennis team clinched the #4 ranking in the NCAA East Region poll, as release on April 1st.
April 2, 2009
East Stroudsburg Beats Rams 9-4 in Baseball Action
The Philadelphia University baseball team (5-19) dropped a non-conference single game 9-4 at East Stroudsburg University (21-14) on Thursday afternoon.
April 2, 2009
Men's Tennis Gives Up Just One Point in 8-1 Win over USP
The Philadelphia University mens tennis team (9-6, 3-0 CACC) aced the University of the Sciences 8-1 on Thursday afternoon, giving up just one point at #6 singles.
April 2, 2009
Freshmen Key Softball in 2-1 Extra Inning Game over #16 Nationally-Ranked Georgian Court
The Philadelphia University softball team (11-12, 4-6 CACC) split with the #16 nationally-ranked Georgian Court University Lions (18-8, 6-2 CACC) in Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) action on Thursday afternoon on Bucky Harris Field. PhilaU won 2-1 in 11 innings in the first game- the first-ever win for PhilaU over GCU under head coach John Kelly.
April 1, 2009
Baseball, Softball Postponed Today, 4/1
Philadelphia University Baseball and Softball are cancelled for today.
April 1, 2009
Player of the Week: Taylor Peltzer of Women's Lacrosse
Freshman attacker Taylor Peltzer is PhilaU's Athlete of the Week after helping the Lady Rams to a 2-0 week last week.
April 1, 2009
Several PhilaU Athletes Garner CACC Honors
Members of the Philadelphia University men's tennis and women's lacrosse teams are honored by the CACC.
April 1, 2009
Jess Romano Tabbed WBCA Honorable Mention
Junior forward Jess Romano was tabbed WBCA Honorable Mention for the month of March.
March 31, 2009
Baseball One Hit in 1-0 Loss at Chesnut Hill
The Philadelphia University Rams (5-18, 2-5 CACC) fell 1-0 to the Chestnut Hill College Griffins (10-14, 5-4 CACC) on Tuesday evening. PhilaU sophomore third baseman Anthony DiFrancesco (Landenberg, PA/ Salesianum) had the lone hit for the Rams, a single to center field in the first inning.
March 31, 2009
Men's Tennis Takes Down Chestnut Hill 7-2
The PhilaU men's tennis team won their third straight in a 7-2 CACC win over Chestnut Hill on Tuesday afternoon. #1 singles player Adrian Torroella-Cruz cruised to a 6-0, 6-2 victory.
March 31, 2009
Renner Homers as PhilaU Sweeps Wilmington 1-0, 3-2
The Philadelphia University Lady Rams (10-13, 3-5 CACC) got their first Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) sweep of the spring, besting the Wilmington University Wildcats (7-15, 3-5 CACC) 1-0 in the first game and 3-2 in a 10 inning nightcap.
March 30, 2009
Rams Split Doubleheader with Post
The Rams fell in game one 7-2 but bounced back to take game two 6-4.
March 30, 2009
Golf Takes 1st-Place at The Ace Club
The Philadelphia University golf team earned their first overall win of the spring season at The Ace Club on a windy Monday afternoon, finishing with a team score of 351. Senior P.J. OBrien and freshman Brad Krohl (Clifton Park, NY/Shenendehowa H.S.) led the way for the Rams...
March 30, 2009
Philadelphia Rowing Finishes 11th Overall at Murphy Cup
The Philadelphia University mens and womens rowing teams competed at the Murphy Cup on the Schuylkill River this past weekend, finishing 11th overall out of 35 teams.
March 30, 2009
Peltzer Leads PhilaU to 21-4 CACC Win Over Holy Family
The Philadelphia University Lady Rams (5-4, 5-1 CACC) scored 21 unanswered goals until Holy Family University (0-8, 0-4 CACC) put one up on the board en route to a 24-1 conference womens lacrosse win at Ravenhill Field. Taylor Peltzer led all scorers with seven points...
March 29, 2009
Golf Finishes Fourth at the Philadelphia University Invitational
The PhilaU golf team was led by senior P.J. O'Brien's 85 to finish fourth of four teams at the PhilaU Golf Invitational, held at The Ace Club on March 28th.
March 29, 2009
Tennis Postponed Today
Today's men's tennis match with Post has been postponed to Friday, April 10 at 2:00 p.m. The men will play two matches back to back. Also the Queens women's tennis match has been postponed and will be played Saturday, April 4th at 12:00 at Queens.
March 28, 2009
Softball Hangs Tough but Drops Doubleheader to Caldwell
The Lady Rams played well but could not generate enough offense in their two losses to the Cougars.
March 28, 2009
Lady Rams Slam Chestnut Hill 25-7 in Womens Lax
The Philadelphia University womens lacrosse team (4-4, 4-1 CACC) handed Chestnut Hill College (5-3, 2-1 CACC) a 25-7 loss in a Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) contest on Saturday afternoon.
March 27, 2009
CACC ANNOUNCES WINTER ALL-ACADEMIC TEAM
he Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) has announced its All-Academic team for the 2008-09 winter athletic season today. A total of 26 student-athletes among the 13 conference schools earned the honor.
March 27, 2009
Errors Doom Rams in 11-1 Loss to Post
Erros were the story of the game as the Rams committed nine errors in the loss to Post University.
March 27, 2009
Men's Tennis Shuts Out Bloomfield 9-0
The Philadelphia University mens tennis team (7-6) blanked Bloomfield College 9-0 on Friday afternoon in a Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) contest.
March 26, 2009
Lacrosse, Softball, Men's Tennis Postponed Today (3/26)
All home athletic events have been postponed today (Thursday, March 26th) due to inclement weather. Postponed contests include lacrosse, softball and men's tennis...
March 25, 2009
Baseball Beats CHC 6-4, Game 2 Suspended Due to Darkness
The Philadelphia University Rams (4-14, 0, 1-1 CACC) took the first game of the day 6-4 and was trailing 8-4 in game two which was suspended due to darkness in the seventh inning
March 25, 2009
Coach Herb Magee on 6ABC's Bracketbusters
Men's basketball head coach Herb Magee helps pick some winners in the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament, video available here...
March 25, 2009
PHILADELPHIA UNANIMOUS CHOICE TO WIN INAUGURAL CACC MENS TENNIS TITLE
Philadelphia University is the unanimous selection to win the inaugural Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) regular-season mens tennis championship according to preseason balloting released today. The CACC is sponsoring mens tennis for the first time and the conference will be composed of six teams this season.
March 24, 2009
Tennis Blanks Caldwell 9-0 in Spring CACC Opener
The Philadelphia University mens tennis team (6-6, 1-0 CACC) swept Caldwell College 9-0 on Tuesday afternoon.
March 24, 2009
Softball Splits With Felician in CACC Home-Opener
Freshman pitcher Ali Schmidt (Cordova, MD/ Easton) got her first career CACC victory in a game one 4-0 win, but the Philadelphia University softball team (8-9, 1-3 CACC) fell 7-6 in the second game of the day to visiting Felician College (4-11, 3-1 CACC) on Tuesday afternoon.
March 23, 2009
Five PhilaU Spring Athletes Earn CACC Weekly Awards
Five Philadelphia University student-athletes have been honored for their outstanding performances in the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) over the past week.
March 23, 2009
Golf Opens Spring With 4th Place Finish at Ace Club
The Rams came in 4/4 at the Ace Club on a blustery afternoon. Villanova, Widener and La Salle finished 1-2-3 at the Ram's home course.
March 22, 2009
Baseball Slides in Two Losses to St. Thomas Aquinas
The Philadelphia University baseball team (3-14, 0-1 CACC) was swept 6-4 and 8-7 in a non-conference doubleheader to the St. Thomas Aquinas College Spartans (5-10) on Sunday afternoon.
March 22, 2009
Tennis Tosses East Stroudsburg Men 5-4, Women 6-3
The Philadelphia University mens tennis team took a 5-4 win and the women got a 6-3 victory- both over visiting East Stroudsburg University on Sunday afternoon.
March 22, 2009
Giamatteo Sparks Offense, Yet Softball Swept in Bloomfield Doubleheader
The Philadelphia University softball team (7-8, 0-2 CACC) fell in a conference doubleheader 4-3 and 5-2 at Bloomfield College (11-4, 2-0 CACC) on Sunday afternoon.
March 22, 2009
Lady Rams Run Out of Time in 10-9 Loss to Georgian Court
The Philadelphia University womens lacrosse team (3-4, 3-1 CACC) took their first Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) loss this year in close 10-9 defeat to the Georgian Court University Lions (4-2, 1-0 CACC) on Sunday afternoon. The Lady Rams needed one score to tie it with under a minute remaining, but GCU held on for the conference win.
March 21, 2009
Seven-Run 1st Inning Dooms Rams in 16-3 Loss to Merrimack
A seven-run first inning by the Merrimack College Warriors (9-4) put away the Philadelphia University baseball team (3-12, 0-1 CACC) 16-3 in a non-conference single game on Saturday afternoon. The loss completed a three-game sweep of PhilaU by the Warriors.
March 21, 2009
OHanlon Erupts for Seven Goals in Lax 17-7 Victory vs. Wilmington
The Philadelphia University womens lacrosse team (3-3, 3-0 CACC) got their third-straight conference win as they slammed the Wilmington University Wildcats (2-3, 0-2 CACC) 17-7 on Saturday afternoon. The win was the lacrosse programs first-ever CACC home win
March 20, 2009
Baseball Drops the Ball 4-0, 6-2 vs. Merrimack
The Philadelphia University baseball team (3-11, 0-1 CACC) knocked out just four hits in two games as they dropped a doubleheader to the Merrimack College Warriors (8-4) on Friday afternoon. The Rams fell 4-0 in game one and lost 6-2 in a 12-inning second game.
March 19, 2009
Baseball Begins at 12:00 on Friday vs. Merrimack
Please note that the PhilaU baseball doubleheader vs. Merrimack College on Friday begins at 12:00 p.m.
March 19, 2009
Rowing Results from Nova Southeastern
The rowing results from PhilaU's match-up vs. Nova Southeastern are available here...
March 19, 2009
Men's Tennis Knocks off Knox 9-0 in Florida Finale
The PhilaU men's tennis team swept Knox College 9-0 in their final match in Floriday on Thursday. Both the men's and women's teams return to Philadelphia...
March 19, 2009
Softball Wins 3-0 over FPU, Falls 8-0 To Merrimack
Freshman pitcher Ali Schmidt (Cordova, MD/ Easton) led the Philadelphia University softball team (7-6, 0-0 CACC) to a 3-0 shutout of Franklin Pierce University in the Lady Rams final game on their Florida schedule on Thursday. The team also fell 8-0 to Merrimack in the first game of the day.
March 10, 2009
PhilaU NCAA Tournament Central- Everything A Ram Fan Needs to Know
PhilaU men's and women's basketball fans now have access to everything NCAA Tournament related through the 'PhilaU Tournament Central', available exclusively on www.philaurams.com
March 7, 2009
CACC Basketball Championships Today
Both the Philadelphia University mens and womens basketball teams will face off in the CACC Basketball Championships today, Saturday March 7th in the Gallagher Athletic Center on Herb Magee Court. Women tip-off at 4 p.m. vs. Wilmington, while the men face Bloomfield at 7 p.m.
March 6, 2009
CACC Semifinals Today: Women at 2 PM, Men at 7 PM
Philadelphia University hosts the CACC Tournament, beginning today. The Lady Rams face Bloomfield at 2 PM, while the Rams match-up vs. Felician at 7 PM. The Tournament kicks off at 12 PM, with the women's Wilmington-Dominican game, and in the other men's semifinal Bloomfield vs. Goldey-Beacom at 5 PM.
March 5, 2009
PhilaU All-Conference Winners Honored at CACC Awards
Philadelphia University's six men's and women's basketball players that earned All-Conference accolades were honored at a CACC Awards ceremony Thursday evening.
March 5, 2009
Saturday's Baseball, Monday's Golf Postponed
This Saturday's (3/7) baseball home-opener vs. Franklin Pierce has been cancelled and the team will host a doubleheader on Sunday (3/8), beginning at 12:30 PM. Golf originally scheduled for Monday (3/9) vs. Chestnut Hill has been moved to 3/30 at the Ace Club.
March 4, 2009
Philadelphia University Hosts 2009 CACC Basketball Tournament
Philadelphia University will host the 2009 CACC Mens and Womens Basketball Championships on Friday, March 6th-Saturday, March 7th.
March 3, 2009
GAMEDAY: CACC Quarterfinals Women at 6 PM, Men at 8 PM
The PhilaU men's and women's basketball teams begin CACC post-season action tonight at the Gallagher Athletic Center, as the women host University of the Sciences at 6 PM, followed by the men's match-up vs. Chestnut Hill at 8 PM.
March 2, 2009
CACC Quarterfinal Games: Tuesday, March 3rd at 6 & 8 PM
The women's basketball CACC Quarterfinal game vs. University of the Sciences originally scheduled for today (3/2) has been postponed and is now scheduled to be played on Tuesday (3/3) at 6:00 p.m. in the Gallagher Athletic Center. The men's game on Tuesday will now be played at 8:00 p.m.
February 17, 2009
Romano, Yocum Tabbed ESPN the Magazine District 2 All-Academic
PhilaU womens basketball junior center Jess Romano (Horsham, PA/ Hatboro-Horsham) and mens junior forward Mike Yocum (Dresher, PA/ Episcopal Academy) have been named to ESPN the Magazines Academic All-District 2 Basketball Team, as released earlier this month.
February 12, 2009
Survival of the Fittest- How PhilaUs Kathy Flannery Beat Breast Cancer
For Kathy Flannery, the Assistant Vice President for Human Resources at Philadelphia University, February 11th, 2007 was a day she will never forget.
February 10, 2009
Ingram, Romano Airing on KYW Newsradio 1060 AM Today
Philadelphia University basketball players Malcolm Ingram and Jessica Romano will be featured on KYW Newsradio 1060 AM today, February 10th.
February 9, 2009
PhilaUs Hoops Players Romano, Ingram Earn CACC Weekly Prize
Philadelphia University womens basketball junior center Jess Romano (Horsham, PA/ Hatboro-Horsham) was named Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Player of the Week, while PhilaU mens hoopster Malcolm Ingram (Philadelphia, PA/ Solebury Prep) earned weekly honorable mention.
February 5, 2009
Basketball Teams Raising Breast Cancer Awareness on February 14th
The Philadelphia University mens and womens basketball teams will join the Womens Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) and over 1,250 schools and organizations that have committed to participating in the 2009 WBCA Pink Zone initiative in February.
January 20, 2009
PhilaUs Wooding, Agger Earn CACC Weekly Awards
Philadelphia University womens basketball freshman forward Christine Wooding (Northfield, NJ/ Mainland Regional) has been named Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Rookie of the Week and sophomore guard Stephanie Agger (N. Cape May, NJ/ Lower Cape May) earned Player of the Week Honorable Mention for their performances
January 16, 2009
Nine PhilaU Student-Athletes Earn CACC All-Academic Honors
The Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) has announced its All-Academic team for the 2008 fall athletic season today. A total of 118 student-athletes among the 13 conference schools have been named to the team. Philadelphia University had nine student-athletes named, including one three-time honoree.
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January 6, 2009
CACC RELEASES CURRENT STANDINGS IN RACE FOR 2008-09 ALFRED R. RESTAINO, SR. CUP
Philadelphia University leads the womens standings and is fourth in the men's race for the 2008-09 Alfred R. Restaino, Sr. Cup. The standings include results from the 2008 fall season for Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) sponsored sports...
January 5, 2009
PhilaUs Mike Dunn, Jess Romano Earn First CACC Awards of New Year
Two Philadelphia University basketball student-athletes have earned CACC attention after turning in big performances over the holiday games...
December 22, 2008
Happy Holidays From PhilaU Athletics
The Philadelphia University Athletic Department would like to wish everyone a happy holiday season!
December 20, 2008
CACC Awards Two PhilaU Basketball Players Weekly Honors
Two PhilaU basketball standouts earned Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference awards this week for their hardwood prowess...
December 15, 2008
Womens Basketball Junior Jess Romano Earns CACC Weekly Mention
Philadelphia University junior center Jess Romano was named Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Honorable Mention for the second time this season...
December 15, 2008
CN 8 Presents the 6th Annual Philly Basketball Invitational at PhilaU on Tuesday, 12/16/2008
St. Joseph's Prep will square off against Germantown Academy in CN 8's 6th Annual Philly Basketball Invitational this Tuesday, December 16th at 7:30 p.m. The junior varsity squads will play at 6 p.m. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students/children.
December 8, 2008
PhilaU Garners Basketball CACC Weekly Awards
Two Philadelphia University basketball players have earned Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) weekly honors.
November 25, 2008
Happy Holidays from Philadelphia University Athletics
Director of Athletics Tom Shirley and the entire PhilaU Athletics Department would like to wish everyone a happy holiday season.
November 24, 2008
PhilaUs Punderson Named to NCAA Womens Tennis Regional Committee
Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Commissioner Dan Mara has announced that Philadelphia University Assistant Athletic Director/Sports Information Director Sarah Punderson has been named to the NCAA Division II Womens Tennis East Regional Advisory Committee (RAC)
November 21, 2008
Philadelphia University Athletics Goes Green
The Athletic Department will go paper-less in an environmentally friendly initiative...
November 12, 2008
CACC Awards: Cross Country, Womens Soccer Earn Weekly Honors
Three Philadelphia University student-athletes earned Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) weekly honors for contests ending on Sunday, November 9th.
November 4, 2008
CACC Awards: Two PhilaU Athletes Earn Weekly Honors
Two Philadelphia University student-athletes have been named Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Honorable Mention for the week ending on Sunday, November 2nd.
October 28, 2008
CACC Awards: PhilaU Notches Several Conference Awards
Three PhilaU student-athletes earned CACC weekly honors, while cross country head coach Dave Thomas was named both men's and women's CACC Coach of the Year
October 24, 2008
Former Fox 29 Sports Director Don Tollefson Speaks to Student-Athletes
Former Fox 29 Sports Director and radio personality (ESPN 950 AM) Don Tollefson believes that, every American youngster is entitled to a quality education, a safe home, and a better chance at success.
October 20, 2008
CACC Awards: Four Phila U. Athletes Earn Weekly Honors
Four Philadelphia University student-athletes picked up Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) honors as the fall seasons begin to wind down.
October 15, 2008
Spring 2008 Academic Honor Roll Honored at Ram Madness
Hundreds of students, faculty and staff were on hand for Ram Madness last night to kick-off the 2008-09 Philadelphia University basketball season and honor student-athletes academic achievements from the spring semester.
October 14, 2008
Ram Madness 2008: Tonight at 7 PM in the Gallagher Center
PhilaUs annual Ram Madness a night of school spirit, free t-shirts, great giveaways and high energy marking the start of the Rams exciting 2008-2009 basketball seasons is set for Tues., Oct. 14 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Gallagher Center.
October 13, 2008
CACC Awards: Three Phila U. Athletes Honored
Philadelphia University student-athletes picked up three Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) honors mid-way through October.
October 6, 2008
CACC Weekly Honors: Five Student-Athletes Awarded
Philadelphia University student-athletes swept many of the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) awards this week after turning in winning performances.
October 1, 2008
Day of Service Photo Gallery
Hundreds of athletes teamed up with various community organizations across Philadelphia to lend a hand in the campus-wide community service event Day of Service today to kick off the Presidential Inauguration this week of Dr. Stephen Spinelli.
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Spada will continue to handle the day-to-day NCAA compliance duties and all Division II community engagement initiatives.
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