The University News

Vosburgh’s View: Torre parts ways with Yanks after 12 seasons and four World Series

Max Vosburgh • October 25, 2007

This year, when the New York Yankees crumbled to the Cleveland Indians three games to one in the American League Division Series, their chance to win the World Series wasn't the only thing they lost. The team, considered a dynasty from 1996-2000, that then played nearly flawless baseball, just committed one of its biggest mistakes.

Cross country nears end of season in Atlantic 10

Kevin Joseph • October 25, 2007

After a strong showing at the Bradley Classic Oct. 12, the Saint Louis University cross country team will head to Philadelphia this weekend for the Atlantic 10 Championships. "Since the beginning of the season we've been working for the conference championship," senior Captain Steve Vargas said.

Biancardi brings experience

Scott Vicker • October 11, 2007

On Oct. 1, the Saint Louis University basketball family added another member when head coach Rick Majerus named Paul Biancardi his new assistant coach. "His passion for the game and his ability to teach it are evident to everyone who has watched him recruit a student-athlete or conduct a practice," Majerus said in an online statement.

Vosburgh’s View: Columnist proves high payroll doesn’t guarantee postseason spot

Max Vosburgh • October 11, 2007

Money doesn't buy championships. Not in baseball at least. Last year, we witnessed the St. Louis Cardinals defeat the Detroit Tigers in five games to win the World Series. Everyone knows that by now, but what everyone doesn't know is that last year the Cardinals spent more than $88 million on the players on its 2006 roster, making it the 11th highest payroll (out of 30 teams) in Major League Baseball.

Cross country seniors shatter records, lead SLU to victory

Kevin Joseph • October 11, 2007

Saturday night the Saint Louis University cross country team faced their biggest test of the season at the Books Twilight meet. The race featured 40 squads in the men's and women's fields. Under the lights of the Memphis sky, both squads were led by their top runners-seniors Steve Vargas and Laura Coyer-both who broke school records, leading the squads to second and fifth place finishes overall.

Society for American Baseball Research promotes the history of baseball in St. Louis

Derrick Neuner • October 11, 2007

St. Louis baseball history is coming to Saint Louis University to mark the spot of a former major league park, which is now part of the University. On Oct. 16, local baseball history enthusiasts will dedicate a plaque to mark the site, which is located on the southeast side of the Marchetti Tower property.

Patterson leads Bills with two goals in 3-3 tie against rival Buffalo

Dan Hunninghake • October 11, 2007

The Saint Louis University men's soccer team's fourgame winning streak came to an end Oct. 6 when it tied Buffalo University 3-3. Junior forward Kyle Patterson scored two goals and assisted another for the Billikens, but Buffalo scored with 8.2 seconds left in regulation to even the score at three a piece.

Field hockey looks to snap seven-game losing streak

Meaghan Myers • October 11, 2007

The Saint Louis University field hockey team is set to travel to Philadelphia this weekend to compete in two Atlantic 10 Conference matches against La Salle and West Chester. The Billikens, who dropped their first two A-10 games last weekend against St. Joseph's and Temple, look to kick off conference road action on a different note.

New coach inspires confidence in basketball program

Scott Vicker • October 4, 2007

Bringing back a strong core group of players and adding a new, big-name coach is a surefire way to create buzz and gain attention. That is exactly what the Saint Louis University men's basketball team is doing this year. Nine Bills are returning, including four starters, from last year's 20-13 squad that reached the semifinal round of the Atlantic 10 Conference Championships.

Tradition: Slammin’ those Rams, fan finds games mundane in Edward Jones Dome

Matt Vosburgh • October 4, 2007

Have you ever been to a St. Louis Rams game? Have you ever seen them win? I would guess that most of you who have been to a Rams game did not even stay until the end. Well, this is for the true Rams fans out there. First, let me explain my two experiences at the Edward Jones Dome.

Differences in philosophy, vision send Cardinals’ Jocketty packing

Derrick Neuner • October 4, 2007

After 13 years and a World Series championship, the St. Louis Cardinals and General Manager and Senior Vice President Walt Jocketty have parted ways. The team reached the World Series for the first time since 1982 under Jocketty's direction. The Cardinals' team president Mark Lamping announced the decision on Wednesday.

Women’s soccer begins A-10 play 2-0

Kevin Joseph • October 4, 2007

Fast starts in the Atlantic 10 Conference are nothing new to the Saint Louis University women's soccer team. Last season, the team disposed of their first two conference foes 9-0. Thus far, through two A-10 contests, the team is again undefeated and unscored upon, taking care of La Salle and St.