D'Antoni retains Williams, hires brother Jun 21, 2008
He was an assistant coach at the University of Florida, Chaminade University and Iona College before joining the Suns in September 1999. Williams has been with the Knicks since 2001. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Knicks Hire Weber And D'antoni's Older Brother As Assistants Jun 21, 2008
Weber previously served as an assistant coach at the University of Florida, Chaminade University and Iona College before joining the Suns in 1999. D'Antoni, the older brother of Mike D'Antoni, spent the last three seasons as an assistant under his brother in Phoenix. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Marist Wins 2007-08 MAAC Commissioner's Cup Jun 4, 2008
"This is a significant accomplishment for our athletes, coaches and our athletic administration. We all take great pride in what they've been able to do. All the Marist students have to complete a rigorous curriculum, which makes this accomplishment all the more significant. Loyola College was awarded the men's cup for the first time in school history, while the Red Foxes won their fifth women's cup. The MAAC Commissioner's Cup is awarded annually as a symbol of overall excellence in athletics... (Goredfoxes.com)
Women's Results May 20, 2008
16 16 421 Nash, Fiona JR Iona College 4:31 ... 75 7 419 Baker, Ashling JR Iona College 36:22 ... 50 18) Georgetown University 8 18) Towson University 8 18) US Naval Academy 8 18) Princeton University 8 22) Rutgers University 7 22) University of Pittsburgh 7 24) University of New Hampshi 6 25) University of Delaware 5 25) Villanova University 5 25) Quinnipiac University 5 25) Bucknell University 5 29) Seton Hall University 4 30) University of Massachuset 3 30) Morgan State University 3 30)... (Umassathletics.com)
New chief for Sarah Noble May 2, 2008
He holds a graduate degree in administration from Iona College in New Rochelle. "I look at my career in two stages," Mr. Weintraub said, identifying the first half as a teacher of mathematics in Rockland County, N.Y., where he taught grades 6, 7 and 8. (New Milford Times, CT)
Men's And Women's Rowers Win MAAC Title Apr 21, 2008
Fairfield University finished second with 135 points, followed by Iona College (118), Sacred Heart University (111), Loyola College (101) and Manhattan College (20). On the men's side, Marist won the league title with a total of 186 points. (Goredfoxes.com)
Booth Scores Season-High Four Goals in Leopards' 13-8 Loss to Iona Apr 3, 2008
- Senior attacker netted a season-high four goals and added two assists as Lafayette battled against the Gaels of Iona College. The two teams were even in virtually every category, but the Leopards ultimately succumbed to Iona in a 13-8 loss. (Goleopards.com)
Baseball Outslugs Iona, 14-10 Apr 3, 2008
NEW ROCHELLE, NY - The Sacred Heart baseball team pounded out 12 hits and took advantage of four Iona College errors to come away with a 14-10 win Wednesday afternoon and break an 11-game losing streak. Junior (Johnson City, NY) clubbed his third homer of the season in the first inning to get the SHU attack started. (Sacredheartpioneers.com)
2nd Circuit Allows Bias Claim of White Man With Black Wife Apr 2, 2008
Reinstating the action brought by Craig Holcomb, a former Iona College assistant basketball coach, the circuit said it disagreed with other courts that have held that such a claim cannot stand because the plaintiff is not alleging discrimination motivated, in the words of Title VII, "because of such individual's race." ... Holcomb was an assistant to head coach Jeff Ruland when the Iona College Gaels won the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference in 1998, 2000 and 2001 ... Richard L. Steer and... (Law.com)
N.Y. Court Rules For Man Who Says He Was Fired Over His Black Wife Apr 2, 2008
The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Manhattan restored the lawsuit brought by former Iona College basketball assistant coach Craig Holcomb against the school, finding a jury might say he was fired in part due to his wife's race. The appeals court said Holcomb was entitled to try to prove Iona was motivated by his interracial marriage when it fired him. (WNBC.com, NY)
Cross Country Team Earns National Academic Honors Mar 28, 2008
He's certainly got the total package working in his favor. Jake ran exceptionally well for us throughout the season and is a fine student himself. (Und.com)
Moon sets the date for Easter Mar 23, 2008
"They do come from pre-Christian sources, indeed. They represent rebirth, renewal, a new start and a new life," said Frank A. Salamone, a sociology professor at Iona College in New Rochelle, N.Y., in an e-mail. So is all Easter candy based on pagan folklore. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Rams Defeat Iona College, 2-0 Mar 19, 2008
- The University of Rhode Island softball team defeated Iona College 2-0 in non-conference action Monday afternoon at the Rebel Spring Games. More details will be published as they become available. (Gorhody.com)
Cross Country Teams Earn Academic Recognition Mar 15, 2008
The 2007 NCAA Division I USTFCCCA Men's All-Academic Teams Arkansas State University Belmont University Bradley University Brigham Young University Brown University Butler University California State University, Fresno Central Michigan University Clemson University Colgate University Columbia University Cornell University Creighton University Dartmouth College Davidson College DePaul University Drake University Eastern Kentucky University Eastern Washington University Elon University Furman... (Loyolagreyhounds.com)
SHU's Amanda Williams Lifts Pioneers Past Iona, 8-7 Mar 6, 2008
FAIRFIELD, CT (March 5, 2007) - Sacred Heart junior (Monroe, CT) scored a game-high three goals including the game-winner with 7:38 to play to lift the Pioneers over Iona College 8-7 Wednesday afternoon. Williams also added an assist to her game totals as the Pioneers picked-up their second-straight win to even their record at 2-2. (Sacredheartpioneers.com)
Sabia’s 76, Hart’s 25 retired by Dunmore Mar 3, 2008
Hart, a 5-11, 200-pound strong safety, accepted a grant-in-aid package to Iona College, joining one of the top defenses in the NCAA Football Championship Subdivision, formerly Division I-AA.. I m looking forward to it, said Hart, who is undecided on a major. (Scranton Times, PA)
USTFCCCA Honors MSU Cross Country for Academic Success Feb 29, 2008
The Iona College men and the Stanford women were named the All-Academic Cross Country Teams of the Year. For a team to be considered for the USTFCCCA All-Academic Team award, they must have competed and compiled a team score at an NCAA Regional Meet and also have a minimum 3. (Msuspartans.com)
Lion Men, Women Named USTFCCCA All-Academic Teams Feb 28, 2008
For the second straight year, the Iona College Gaels took home the men's Academic Team of the Year, while Stanford took the honor on the women's side. For a team to be considered for the USTFCCCA All-Academic Team award, they must have competed and compiled a team score at a NCAA Regional Meet. (Lmulions.com)
Vagts Named CWPA Southern Division Player of the Week Feb 28, 2008
In Saturday's tournament opener vs. Iona College, Vagts tallied four goals, including three in the first half when the Maryland built a 6-2 lead en route to a 16-6 win. Later in the day, Vagts scored a pair of goals, including the game winner in a hard-fought 9-8 victory over Marist College. (Umterps.com)
Women's Cross Country Falcons Named an All-Academic Team Feb 27, 2008
Appalachian State University Arizona State University Arkansas State University Austin Peay State University Ball State University Baylor University Belmont University Binghamton University Boston College Bowling Green State University Bradley University Brigham Young University Brown University Butler University California Polytechnic State University California State University, Fresno Central Connecticut State University Central Michigan University Clemson University Coastal Carolina... (Bgsufalcons.com)
Maryland Water Polo Wins Three During Terrapin Invitational Feb 24, 2008
In the third game of the tournament, junior scored four goals to lead Maryland to a 16-6 victory over Iona College (0-2). The 16 goals eclipsed the Terps season high of 15 set vs. The Redlands earlier this month. (Umterps.com)
When you wish upon a star Feb 22, 2008
He played at Iona College for one year in 1986, after playing on his high school football team. Campbell also played for the Westchester Football League. (Orange Bulletin, CT)
Marist Stats Feb 22, 2008
71-83 L 1459 (20)Gavin, Jay (7)Stilphen, Ryan 1/21/08 7:30 p.m. * NIAGARA W 84-65 2529 (14)Goodwin, Dejuan (10)Benjamin, Spongy (14)Benjamin, Spongy 01/24/08 7:30 pm * at Iona College W 59-50 2023 (16)Gavin, Jay (10)Stilphen, Ryan (10)Farmer, Ben 1/27/08 4 p.m. * CANISIUS W 66-44 2422 (13)Gavin, Jay (10)Schneider, Ryan (13)Stilphen, Ryan 1/30/08 7:30 p.m. * RIDER UNIVERSITY 65-79 L 2129 (15)Farmer, Ben (7)Farmer, Ben 2/4/08 7:05 PM * at Siena 72-76 L 5697 (15)Gavin, Jay (6)Schneider, Ryan... (Csuvikings.com)
Area college baseball schedules Feb 22, 2008
Friday, February 22, 2008. Published: Feb 22, 2008 12:30 AM Modified: Feb 22, 2008 03:04 AM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
After spending years under Rick Pitino's tutelage, this coach is resurrecting a team Feb 21, 2008
Iona College coach Kevin Willard has helped turn a team that went 2-28 last season into a competitive MAAC program in his first year ... In the suburbs of New York City, Iona College, which had previously enjoyed success under alumnus Jeff Ruland, bottomed out. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Mission Bay site gets rave reviews Feb 18, 2008
A senior at Riverbank High, near Modesto, Fernandez won the day's closest race, outkicking Ryan Sheridan of Iona College to win the 8K in 24 minutes, 18 seconds. Sheridan finished one second back. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Greyhounds Place Third at MAAC Swimming & Diving Championships Feb 17, 2008
Iona College - 360 5. Niagara University - 310 6. (Loyolagreyhounds.com)
Men's Results Feb 11, 2008
54 1/27/2006 Richard Kiplagat, Iona College Name Year School Finals ================================================================ 1 2278 McLaren, Hayden PROVIDENCE 2:21. 50* 2 1556 Collin, Olivier CAVD 2:25. (Umassathletics.com)
2 standouts headed to FCS schools Feb 7, 2008
Hughes, an All-Region defensive lineman and standout center, is going to Iona College. Kilpatrick signed his National Letter of Intent on Wednesday at Abington Heights High School, accepting a grant-in-aid package from the Rams. (Scranton Times, PA)
UC Davis Beats Buffalo 4-3, Stays Perfect Jan 24, 2008
The only first-time opponent on the schedule is Iona College (Oct. 18), located in New Rochelle, N.Y. and a member of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. (Ucdavisaggies.com)
Patroons Sign Colonie Grad Anthony Bruin Jan 8, 2008
Former Colonie High and Iona College star Anthony Bruin signing on with the CBA team. The rookie will take the spot of injured 7-1 center Will Bowers. (FOX23 News, NY)
SPAR Group Names James R. Segreto Chief Financial Officer Dec 17, 2007
He formerly served as chief financial officer of Supermarket Communications Systems, Inc., in Norwalk, CT. Segreto earned a master's degree in finance and a bachelor's degree in accounting from Iona College, in New Rochelle, NY. Cimitile, 53, was SPAR Group's chief financial officer since 1999. Jim Segreto is a highly experienced senior financial executive who understands our industry and knows our company extremely well,'' said Gary S. Raymond, SPAR Group's president and chief executive... (Primezone Releases)
Laurel, Pallotti wrestlers place at Meade tourney Dec 14, 2007
DeMarcus White led the Iona College football team with 49 catches and six touchdown catches this season. The senior averaged 12. (Laurel Leader, MD)
BUZZ MEETS WORLD: Burakoski spurns national interest to stay home and play for St. John's Dec 7, 2007
When she went to Iona College to visit a friend who plays there, a rival Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference school phoned Lewinger to wonder about her visit to New Rochelle and if Burakoski could take an official visit at their school, as well. Now, Burakoski doesn't have that stress, she can listen to the Rascal Flatts and Chris Brown and watch Smallville like other 16-year-olds. (Bayside Times, NY)
Philip DeFeo, who led Pacific Exchange through tough times, dies Dec 4, 2007
One of four sons of Italian immigrants, DeFeo was raised in Mount Vernon, N.Y., outside New York City, and graduated in 1968 from Iona College in nearby New Rochelle. After a stint at consumer products giant Procter e, DeFeo held a series of high-ranking financial services jobs, becoming CEO of mutual fund and brokerage company Van Eck Associates in New York before taking the top job at Pacific. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
SFA Looks For Third Straight Win Dec 1, 2007
The Tigers dropped their first five games of the year before knocking off Iona College in tournament play in Las Vegas. Jackson State is coming off a 61-49 loss to Southeastern Louisiana Tuesday in the Tigers' first home game of the season. (Sfajacks.com)
St. John's pastor celebrates 30 years as a priest Nov 29, 2007
After graduating from Iona College, Duff taught 5th grade and then 8th grade English and religion for five years at St. Anthony's Grammar School in the Bronx. Duff entered St. Joseph's Seminary, Dunwoodie, in Yonkers in 1973 and was ordained to the Roman Catholic priesthood on Nov. 5, 1977. (Pawling News Chronicle, NY)
Thomson Names Bill Patrizio President of Broadcast Network Services Nov 27, 2007
Patrizio received his graduate and undergraduate degrees from Iona College. About Thomson World leader in digital video technologies. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Boys cross country runner of year Nov 26, 2007
School choices: He has visited or plans to visit Arizona State, Georgetown, Iona College, California and the Air Force Academy. Best of the rest: Matt Boughton (Phoenix Desert Vista), Derek Breinholt (Gilbert Highland), Bobby Evans (Rio Rico), Tim Freriks (Cottonwood Mingus), Humberto Gonzales (Laveen Cesar Chavez), Sherod Hardt (Queen Creek), Isaiah Klassen (Scottsdale Christian), Ronald Laban (Hopi), Denis Patrick (Phoenix Alhambra), Ben Schild (Prescott), Brian Shrader (Flagstaff Sinagua),... (AZCentral -- Sports)
Fans get a glimpse of bright Poly future Nov 21, 2007
While Cal Poly's season finale against Iona College on Saturday had little of the suspense and intrigue of last week's home loss to national power North Dakota State, it did offer a tantalizing glimpse of what could be in store for next season. The host Mustangs whacked the visiting Gaels to the tune of a 55-7 victory in front of 7,727 fans at Alex G. Spanos Stadium, ending the season on a high note thanks to an offensive barrage and stingy defense. (Lompoc Record, CA)
St. Louis Cardinals Add Five, Drop Two Nov 21, 2007
Mottes Cardinals career began when he was selected in the 19th round of the 2003 First-Year Player Draft from Iona College. He was a catcher for his first three years as a professional. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
Hopkins Places Seventh at Eastern Championships Nov 19, 2007
Riverside, CA) recorded a hat-trick, including the game-winner with 6:30 left in the fourth period, as the #20 Johns Hopkins University Blue Jays handled Iona College 9-6 in the seventh place game at the 2007 Eastern Championship hosted by Harvard University. Hopkins, which never trailed in the game, took the lead with 5:21 left in the first period on a shot by (Sr. (Hopkinssports.com)
Man denies brutal atack on trooper Nov 18, 2007
Doyle, who has battled back through therapy to run again, was a track and cross--country star as a student at St. Raphael Academy in Pawtucket and Iona College. While competing for SRA, he twice earned all-state honors in cross-country, finishing 10th statewide as a junior and ninth his senior year. (Pawtucket Times, RI)
Women's Basketball Game Notes vs. Iona Nov 17, 2007
PROVIDENCE, R.I. - The Providence College women's basketball team is set to host Iona College in non-conference action on Saturday, November 17 at Alumni Hall/Mullaney Gymnasium in Providence, R.I. Tip-off is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. For a complete set of Providence College game notes, please click on the link provided below. (Friars.com)
Brown Selected As Finalist For ARA Sportsmanship Award Nov 15, 2007
The other finalist include Alex Brink (QB) Washington State; Quentin Groves (DE) Auburn; Jacob Gutierrez (RB) Oklahoma; Dionte Johnson (FB) Ohio State; Thomas Keith (LB) Central Michigan; Micah Rucker (WR) Eastern Illinois; Jarrid Smith (OG) Florida Atlantic; Jeremy Thompson (DE) Wake Forest; and, Robert Valletti (LT) Iona College. ---www. (Uhcougars.com)
Rams Place 29th at NCAA Northeast Regional Championship Nov 12, 2007
Iona College took home the team title, with 37 points. All six of the Rhody harriers ran personal best times for the 10-kilometer course. (Gorhody.com)
Iona win away from MAAC title Nov 8, 2007
Guiding the unit is third-year defensive coordinator Ed Lynett, a former Scranton Prep All-Region defensive back and standout at Fordham University. If the Gaels and their intense defense win, they will secure their first outright Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference championship since 1993. (Scranton Times, PA)
FULTON’S BOGARDUS TAKES WRESTLING TOURNAMENT TITLE Nov 6, 2007
Abby Dixon recorded three assists this season as a freshman midfielder for the Iona College Gaels. Dixon played in 17 games, starting 15. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)
Doc to parents: Don't freak out about 'superbug' Nov 3, 2007
The New York press has reported at least seven students from Long Island, and 10 members from a sports team at Iona College, in New Rochelle, N.Y., have also been diagnosed. A Center for Disease Control report estimates that 90,000 Americans may contract MRSA infections each year. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Mos Cardinals Drafts Nov 2, 2007
19th round selection was a solid defensive, but questionable hitting catcher out of Iona College. Management held out hopes that he would eventually show some progress with his bat but when he did not, the Cardinals converted him to a relief pitcher in 2006. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
Former Player Sues NY College Over Staph Nov 2, 2007
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- A former college football player has sued Iona College over an antibiotic-resistant staph infection he says nearly cost him his leg two years ago. Nick Zaffarese accused team trainers of initially brushing off his burgeoning methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, or MRSA, infection in September 2005. (Newsmax)
Ill. hospital to test patients for staph Oct 31, 2007
At least seven students on New Yorks Long Island were recently diagnosed with MRSA, as were 10 members of an athletic team at Iona College in New Rochelle, N.Y.. Skin infection turns deadlyMost MRSA cases are relatively mild skin infections, but the bug can become life-threatening if it invades the body and infects the bloodstream or vital organs. (MSNBC -- Health)
FAU's Lamarre Named ASC Goalkeeper of the Week Oct 30, 2007
The Margate, FL native turned aside two shots in both a 1-0 double overtime win over Iona College and a 2-0 victory against Georgia State, totaling four saves in the mid-September event. . (Fausports.com)
Clarksville school system reports MSRA cases Oct 29, 2007
At least seven students on Long Island recently were diagnosed with MRSA, as were 10 members of an athletic team at Iona College in New Rochelle, N.Y.. MRSA physically resembles a regular staph infection, which typically emerges as a pimple or boil that can be red, swollen and painful and generally contains pus or drainage. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Staph Shuts Down Kentucky School District Oct 28, 2007
At least seven students on New York's Long Island were recently diagnosed with MRSA, as were 10 members of an athletic team at Iona College in New Rochelle, N.Y. However, a government report has estimated it may sicken more than 90,000 Americans each year. Related. (Fox News)
Source of NYC student's deadly staph infection a mystery Oct 28, 2007
At least seven students on Long Island recently were diagnosed with MRSA, as were 10 members of an athletic team at Iona College in New Rochelle. The bacteria can be carried by healthy people, living on their skin or in their noses. (Newsday)
"Superbug" Kills NYC Schoolboy Oct 27, 2007
At least seven students on Long Island have recently been diagnosed with MRSA, as were 10 members of an athletic team at Iona College in New Rochelle. The director of surveillance for the city Health Department's Bureau of Communicable Disease said the risk of other students contracting the infection from a computer keyboard or table, for example, was "extremely low." The director, Dr. Don Weiss, said the case of the student who died may have been complicated by other factors so far unknown. (CBS News)
Women's Cross Country Takes Third; Men Finish Fourth At MAAC Championships Oct 27, 2007
Nationally-ranked Iona College won both races to sweep the conference crowns. The Greyhound women had two Top-10 finishers and were led by junior , who took seventh overall in 23:15. (Loyolagreyhounds.com)
Laurel grad is catching on at Iona Oct 26, 2007
DeMarcus White, a Laurel High graduate, is a senior wide receiver for Iona College ... White was ready to begin his second season with the football team at Iona College, a National Football Championship Subdivision program about 15 miles north of New York City. (Laurel Leader, MD)
Marist Men's Cross County Ready For MAAC Meet Oct 26, 2007
Segni is one of Marist's fastest runners in school history at Van Cortlandt Park, where his best time of 25:13 was set this season at the Iona College Meet of Champions on Sept. 22nd. Raucci is coming off a strong race at the Albany Invitational, where his time of 24:41 set a course record. (Goredfoxes.com)
Staph 'superbug' kills B'klyn student Oct 26, 2007
Six high school students on Long Island took ill from staph infection earlier this week, and last week Iona College reported 10 cases of the infection. The looming public health crisis prompted lawmakers in Albany to get involved, with Assemb. (Newsday -- New York City)
Brooklyn Student Dies After Staph Infection Oct 26, 2007
At least seven students on Long Island have recently been diagnosed with MRSA, as were 10 members of an athletic team at Iona College in New Rochelle. The city Health Department said Thursday that MRSA likely killed a student at Intermediate School 211 in the Canarsie section of Brooklyn, where an electronic marquee read: "Our hearts go out to our young angel!". (WNBC.com, NY)
2007 Patriot League Cross Country Championship Preview Oct 24, 2007
Navy, American and Army men finished fourth, fifth and seventh respectively in the Iona College Meet of Champions, while Navy, Bucknell and Colgate women placed 16th, 18th and 19th in the Paul Short Invitational. At the Leopard Invitational on Oct. 13, which was run on the same course as the Patriot League Championship, the American men and Bucknell women both finished in second place overall and were the top finishers out of the Patriot League schools in a meet that included six League... (Patriotleague.com)
NY college had 10 mild staph cases Oct 23, 2007
Health officials say nine athletes and a coach at Iona College in suburban New York have been infected. One of them was hospitalized but has been released. (MSNBC -- Health)
Logging On For Must Click TV Oct 23, 2007
Tom Umstead - Blog on Multichannel News. Tom Umstead focuses on TV programming in his column. (Multichannel News)
