The University News

Lisch fuels fourth straight victory

Derrick Neuner • February 12, 2009

There's just something the Saint Louis University men's basketball team doesn't get about the first half of a game Try as they might, the team never connects during the first twenty minutes of play. Last night's game against Charlotte wasn't spectacular like the weekend win over Richmond Sunday that went to triple overtime; but it was remarkable in that the Bills managed a win even after going down by ten in the first half - a period that saw Kevin Lisch go scoreless.

Bills drop third in a row against Dukes

Micah Miller • February 12, 2009

The Saint Louis University women's basketball team suffered a loss last night at the hands of the Duquesne Dukes, 84-66. Duquesne scored the first five points of the game and continued to dominate for the rest of the game. The Dukes led 22-12 at the 9:00 minute mark and 42-24 at halftime.

Consistent starting five developing

Joe George • February 12, 2009

For the casual Billiken basketball fan, it might appear as though a bunch of freshmen run on and off the court every game with no apparent plan in mind. Rest assured, however, a method to the madness has developed over the course of the season. Although Head Coach Rick Majerus has frequently stated, "starting is for high school," several players have proven their value as starters on this team.

Inexperienced team to depend on depth, athleticism

Kat Patke • February 12, 2009

Between a difficult schedule and an influx of new players on the team, it seems that the Saint Louis University baseball team has its work cut out for itself in the upcoming season. Even so, this hasn't stood in the way of Head Coach Darin Hendrickson's optimism.

All-American talent to join Billikens in fall

Andrew Bush • February 12, 2009

Two former high school rivals will be teammates for the Saint Louis University men's soccer team next season. Head Coach Dan Donigan revealed yesterday that Nick Maglasang of Saint Louis University High School and Alex Sweetin of Rockhurst in Kansas City, Mo.

Newcomers look to propel softball to top of A-10

Micah Miller • February 12, 2009

Despite the still less than favorable weather, the Saint Louis University softball team begins its season this weekend with a five-game tournament in Las Vegas. "I'm excited," Head Coach John Conway said. "I think they're ready to start playing now. I don't think I could say that at this point in my first two years, but I think right now they are ready to go.

AnOTher close win for Billikens

ADAM TAMBURIN • February 5, 2009

After half a season, it's hard to come up with the right words to describe Saint Louis University men's basketball. But a few words do come to mind: dramatic, unpredictable and, like St. Louis weather, sometimes hot and sometimes cold. "You're looking at inexperience out [on the court]," head coach Rick Majerus said.

Baby Bills inspire hope for future

Joe George • February 5, 2009

Freshman year. Good times. Just thinking about the whirlwind that was my first year in college makes me both reminiscent and groggy. I had to worry about keeping up with classes, meeting girls, making new friends, what I could and could not do in the Griesedieck complex, making sure my laundry stayed reasonably under control (still working on that one) and so on.

Lisch’s 24 not enough to prevent Charlotte victory

Micah Miller • February 5, 2009

The Saint Louis University women's basketball team was unable to exact revenge on Charlotte for an early season loss, as the Billikens suffered a 70-58 loss Tuesday night at the hands of the 49-ers. The Billikens started the game strong as they jumped out to an early lead; however, Charlotte went on a 13-0 run to recapture the lead.

One meet remains before conference championships

Micah Miller • February 5, 2009

The Saint Louis University Swimming and Diving team continued its good form this past weekend with a dominating performance at Indian University - Purdue University Indianapolis. The women's team beat IUPUI 131-105 and the men's team placed first in 10 of 13 events, leading to a 137-97 victory.

Rugby’s long road to redemption

Andrew Bush • February 5, 2009

Last Saturday, while the majority of the Saint Louis University campus was sleeping, the players on the rugby club were waking up at 5:30 a.m. to get ready for a trip to Nashville. The drive from St. Louis to Nashville is about five hours and the scenery is not much to look at.

Freshmen duo leads the way for Bills

Andrew Bush • February 5, 2009

Dahmar Smiles and Brittney Cloudy have a lot in common. They each are freshmen on the Saint Louis University track and field team. Furthermore, they reside only one floor apart in Griesedieck, giving them a chance to visit each other outside of practice occasionally.