Softball travels to Illinois for doubleheader on Wednesday May 2, 2008
The Salukis are 2-0 this season against teams from the Big Ten, after beating Minnesota twice at the season-opening Jacksonville University Tournament in February. Following the non-conference doubleheader at Illinois, Southern Illinois will play at Bradley this weekend to conclude the regular-season. (Siusalukis.com)
Hall of Banquet is SOLD OUT for Saturday May 2, 2008
Jacksonville University Official Athletic Site ... "It's great to see what Jacksonville University means to these former student-athletes as well as the members of the local community.". (Judolphins.com)
JU student-athletes honored at All-Sports Banquet Apr 22, 2008
Jacksonville University Official Athletic Site ... The Jacksonville University athletic department celebrated the culmination of a successful year in both academics and athletics at the Dolphins' 16th Annual All-Sports Banquet Monday night at the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena. (Judolphins.com)
A Long Rebound Apr 17, 2008
Jacksonville University Official Athletic Site ... - This story appears in the Spring 2008 edition of The Wave, the official magazine of Jacksonville University ... Three years ago, took control of the men's basketball program at Jacksonville University. (Judolphins.com)
Baseball moves up doubleheader against Campbell to Friday Apr 12, 2008
Jacksonville University Official Athletic Site ... BUIES CREEK, N.C. - Today's Jacksonville University baseball game against Campbell at Field has been rescheduled as a doubleheader in anticipation of inclement weather on Saturday. (Judolphins.com)
Baseball to host Bethune-Cookman on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Apr 9, 2008
Jacksonville University Official Athletic Site ... Jacksonville University baseball will host Bethune- Cookman at John Sessions Stadium on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. due to a scheduling conflict with the Daytona Cubs at Jackie Robinson Ballpark, as announced today by JU head coach. (Judolphins.com)
Man Accused In Bat Beating At JU In Custody Apr 7, 2008
-- A former Jacksonville University student suspected of beating another student with a baseball bat in a campus dorm was arrested late Friday and charged with aggravated battery. Police said Reginald Tribble, 18, attacked Jeremy Thornton with a bat on Wednesday afternoon in Oak Hall. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Police Search For Suspect After JU Football Player Attacked With Bat Apr 5, 2008
-- Jacksonville police have launched a search for a former Jacksonville University student suspected in the on-campus baseball bat beating of another student ... Two days after the beating, Tribble remained at large, and the Jacksonville University campus was on high alert as the search for the suspect continued. (News4Jax.com, FL)
NEW UPDATE: Baseball's doubleheader against USC Upstate set for 2 p.m. Mar 30, 2008
Jacksonville University Official Athletic Site ... Today's Jacksonville University doubleheader against USC Upstate at Cleveland S. Harley Park will begin at 2 p.m. ... SPARTANBURG, S.C. - Today's Jacksonville University doubleheader against USC Upstate at Cleveland S. Harley Park is scheduled to begin at 2 p.m. with the Dolphin Pre-Game Show set for 1:45 p.m.. (Judolphins.com)
Weehawken's Anderson inducted to Hall of Fame Led Indians to lone HCIAA title in 1967; scored 30 a game a year later Mar 29, 2008
After graduating from Weehawken, Anderson first took his talents to Jacksonville University, where he played just one season of freshman basketball, averaging 27 points per game. However, after one year at Jacksonville, Anderson had to return home to Weehawken upon the death of his father. (Hoboken Reporter, NJ)
UNO coastal scientest Penland found dead Tuesday Mar 26, 2008
Penland earned a doctorate and masters in coastal geomorphology from LSU and a bachelor's in physical geography from Jacksonville University. He is survived by his wife, Kathy Norman, a daughter, Kelsey, a son, Perry, and a stepdaughter, Caitlin. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Lady Bucs are going dancing Mar 15, 2008
Media Credit: ETSU Photo LabAfter defeating the Lady Dolphins of Jacksonville University in the A-Sun tournament, the ETSU Lady Bucs will play in the NCAA tournament. Sophomore post Latisha Belcher (Martinsville, Va. (East Tennessean, TN)
Alyssa Struzenberg Named Athlete of the WeekSoftball Mar 9, 2008
has been named the Stony Brook Athlete of the Week after going 2-0 this past weekend at the Jacksonville University Tournament. Struzenberg threw two complete games and also made two relief appearances, earning a save in one of them. (Goseawolves.org)
Baseball game vs. Belmont postponed due to weather Mar 8, 2008
Jacksonville University Official Athletic Site ... - Tonight's Jacksonville University baseball game against Belmont at John Sessions Stadium has been postponed due to inclement weather. (Judolphins.com)
Softball topped by No. 5/6-ranked Northwestern, 3-0 Mar 4, 2008
Her previous career-high of eight came in the Jacksonville University Tournament against UNC-Greensboro on Feb. 8. After a scoreless first two innings, Northwestern got on the scoreboard in the top of the third inning. (Siusalukis.com)
Nellie turns 55 Feb 29, 2008
As part of her birthday celebration Wednesday, Jacksonville University President Kerry D. Romesburg awarded Nellie an honorary master's degree of Marine Science for her many years as the school mascot. She has far surpassed the average lifespan of dolphins, which is 25 to 30 years old. (The St. Augustine Record)
World's oldest captive dolphin turns 55 Feb 28, 2008
Jacksonville University President Kerry Romesburg waded into the pool in a wet suit and presented her with a master's degree in marine science. Nellie posed for a picture, floating next to him. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Nellie, JU's mascot, celebrates her 55th birthday Feb 28, 2008
Jacksonville University Official Athletic Site ... - Nellie, Jacksonville University's mascot, celebrated her 55th birthday on Wednesday at her home in Marineland ... "Nellie has been a big part of the Jacksonville University family for such a long time and it's a joy to celebrate such a special milestone with her," Romesburg said. (Judolphins.com)
Golden adds Foley to Owls staff Feb 27, 2008
He worked as an assistant coach at Penn for six years before moving down to Jacksonville University to become their offensive coordinator in 1998. OwlScoop. (Temple Sports -- Rivals.com)
Golden Adds New Staff Member Feb 26, 2008
A former offensive lineman at Bucknell, Foley spent six years as an assistant at Penn before getting his first shot as an offensive coordinator at Jacksonville University in 1998. He moved to Fordham in 1999, working five years as the offensive coordinator for the Rams. (OwlInsider.com)
2008 Track and Field Preview Feb 26, 2008
a transfer from Jacksonville University, was a 2006 NCAA Regional qualifier in the 3000 steeplechase and owns a personal best of 10:49. She is also coming off a very successful cross-country season where she was the top finisher for the Dons at the NCAA Regional Championship. (Usfdons.com)
Panthers Upended In Season Opener By Jacksonville Feb 23, 2008
- The trio of senior and juniors and of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee baseball team combined for seven hits and seven runs batted in, but it was not enough as the Panthers fell to Jacksonville University, 20-8, in its 2008 opener. The Panthers (0-1) got behind early when the Dolphins (1-0) scored three unearned runs in the third inning to take control of the game. (Uwmpanthers.com)
Softball to play in Middle Tennessee Classic, Feb. 23-24 Feb 22, 2008
Southern Illinois takes an 8-2 record into the weekend after posting an undefeated, 5-0, start in the Jacksonville University Tournament (Feb. 8-10), and 3-2 record last weekend in the Bulldog Round-Robin (Feb. (Siusalukis.com)
JU announces Nellie birthday video contest Feb 20, 2008
Jacksonville University Official Athletic Site ... - Nellie, Jacksonville University's mascot and the oldest living mascot in the country, will turn 55 years old on Feb. 27 and the University is creating a special contest in her honor. (Judolphins.com)
Katie Wilson named State Farm MVC Softball Player of the Week Feb 19, 2008
Wilson helped lead the Salukis to a 5-0 record at the Jacksonville University Tournament (Feb. 8-10), and the third 5-0 start to a season in the program's history. (Siusalukis.com)
Knight’s legacy defined by abusive behavior Feb 13, 2008
At this time, I was attending Jacksonville University in Jacksonville, Fla. where I was news editor on our campus paper, The Navigator. (Stuttgart Daily Leader, AR)
Softball edges Minnesota, 3-1, in final game of the Jacksonville University Tournament Feb 11, 2008
- The Salukis softball team wrapped up the Jacksonville University Tournament Sunday morning with a 3-1 victory against Minnesota. SIU went 5-0 in the tournament, outscoring its opponents 37-9. (Siusalukis.com)
Softball crushes Jacksonville, 14-1, in six innings Feb 10, 2008
- The Southern Illinois softball team crushed the Jacksonville Dolphins, 14-1, in six innings Saturday night at the Jacksonville University Tournament. A little more than eight hours after defeating Minnesota, 11-4, with 16 hits Saturday morning, the Salukis continued the hot-hitting when the sun went down in the evening game against the Dolphins. (Siusalukis.com)
Softball pounds Minnesota, 11-4; improves to 3-0 at Jacksonville University Tournament Feb 10, 2008
- The Southern Illinois softball team used a seven-run fourth inning to come-from-behind to beat Minnesota, 11-4, Saturday morning at the Jacksonville University Tournament. The Salukis' offense was led by sophomore outfielder who went 2-for-3 at the plate with a two-run home run, a double, and a new career-high with five runs batted in. (Siusalukis.com)
Softball holds on to beat Coastal Carolina, 4-3 Feb 9, 2008
Salukis goes 2-0 in the first day of the Jacksonville University Tournament ... - The Saluki softball team held off Coastal Carolina,4-3, Friday afternoon to earn their second win at the Jacksonville University Tournament ... Southern Illinois continues play at the Jacksonville University Tournament, Saturday, Feb. 9 against Minnesota at 10 a.m. ET, and against host Jacksonville at 7:15 p.m. ET.. (Siusalukis.com)
Softball downs UNC-Greensboro, 5-0, in first game of 2008 Feb 9, 2008
- The Southern Illinois softball team used a combination of strong defense and pitching to shutout UNC-Greensboro, 5-0, Friday morning in the first game of the 2008 season at the Jacksonville University Tournament. Freshman pitcher, , only surrendered three hits, while recording eight strikeouts to earn her first-career win. (Siusalukis.com)
Preseason Baseball Practice Underway Feb 9, 2008
The season opens officially Feb. 22 versus UNC-Wilmington at the Jacksonville University Invitational. Richmond was 32-28 last season and finished third in the A-10 standings under the direction of Hall of Fame head coach , who retired at season's end. (Richmondspiders.com)
Softball begins 2008 season this Friday, Feb. 8 at the Jacksonville University Tournament Feb 7, 2008
- The Southern Illinois softball team will kick-off the 2008 season this Friday, Feb. 8, at the Jacksonville University Tournament for the second-straight year. SIU will take on host Jacksonville, along with North Carolina-Greensboro, Coastal Carolina, and Minnesota in the three-day tournament played at the JU Softball Complex. (Siusalukis.com)
Softball picked third in preseason MVC coaches' poll Feb 7, 2008
The Salukis will begin the 2008 season Friday, Feb. 8 at the Jacksonville University Tournament in Jacksonville, Fla. SIU will take on UNC-Greensboro in its first game at 10 a.m. ET at the JU Softball Complex. (Siusalukis.com)
Former Bulldog-Great Young Named Assistant Soccer Coach Feb 6, 2008
Copham, who spent the previous eight years as the top assistant coach at Samford, left to become the head women's soccer coach at Jacksonville University on Jan. 18. (Samfordsports.com)
Softball fundraising dinner will still take place tonight at 6:30 p.m. Feb 2, 2008
The Salukis open the 2008 season a week from today, Feb. 8, against UNC-Greensboro at the Jacksonville University Tournament. (Siusalukis.com)
Softball earns votes in ESPN.com/USA Softball preseason poll Jan 30, 2008
Salukis take on UNC-Greensboro at the Jacksonville University Tournament Feb. 8 at 10 a.m. ET to open 2008 season ... The Southern Illinois softball team will begin the 2008 season, Feb. 8 at the Jacksonville University Tournament in Jacksonville, Fla. (Siusalukis.com)
Women's basketball will "Pack the House"on Monday at 1p.m. Jan 25, 2008
Jacksonville University Official Athletic Site ... "ETSU is a very talented team and we are trying to stay undefeated in the conference. We are also trying to push our home winning streak to 18 games and give us a chance for the longest streak in the country. This is going to be a huge game for our women's basketball program as well as Jacksonville University and we could certainly use the support.". (Judolphins.com)
JU golf teams secure practice at the prestigious TPC at Sawgrass Jan 25, 2008
Jacksonville University Official Athletic Site. . (Judolphins.com)
Impressive body of work Jan 25, 2008
A scout from Jacksonville University has become a regular courtside at Patriots games, along with a junior-college scout from Okaloosa-Walton. No offers have been made and talks are preliminary. (Albany Herald)
Softball receives votes in USA Today/NFCA Top 25 Preseason Poll Jan 24, 2008
Salukis open 2008 season at Jacksonville University Invitational ... SIU is set to begin the 2008 campaign Feb. 8-10 at the Jacksonville University Invitational in Jacksonville, Fla. (Siusalukis.com)
Copham Accepts Head Coaching Position At Jacksonville University Jan 19, 2008
- , the top assistant coach at Samford University, was officially named the head women's soccer coach at Jacksonville University on Friday, announced JU director of athletics Alan Verlander ... " At Samford, Copham assisted in recruiting five-straight top-20 classes in the Southeast Region according to Soccer Buzz Magazine. Four of the last five classes were ranked nationally, including the 2007 class that placed 68th in the country. Copham assisted in recruiting five-straight top-20 classes in... (Samfordsports.com)
Softball Fundraising Dinner scheduled for Feb. 1 Jan 18, 2008
The fundraiser helps the team travel to tournaments with top-level competition such as, the Jacksonville University Invitational, Bulldog Round Robin at Mississippi State, Middle Tennessee State Classic and Malihini Kipa Aloha Tournament in Honolulu, Hawaii ... SIU is one of only 25 schools in the nation to hold that distinction, and they will open the 2008 season on Feb. 8 against UNC-Greensboro at the Jacksonville University Invitational. (Siusalukis.com)
Women's Tennis Adds LSU Transfer Jan 17, 2008
Her sister, Kristen, is currently a member of the Memphis Spirit Squads, while her brother, James, pitched at Jacksonville University through 2006. Murdock posted a 9-7 record at LSU last season, including a 2-0 record at No. 4 singles, an 0-1 record at No. 5 and a 2-1 record at No. 6. (Gotigersgo.com)
Women's basketball receives vote in USA Today/ESPN Top 25 Poll Jan 9, 2008
Jacksonville University Official Athletic Site ... "I think the most amazing thing is that Jacksonville University's women's basketball program has only been in existence for nine years," said Dunn. (Judolphins.com)
Softball announces 2008 schedule Jan 4, 2008
Southern Illinois has made the NCAA Tournament five years in a row, and will begin its run for a trip to the postseason for a sixth-straight season at the Jacksonville University Invitational (Feb. 8-10). (Siusalukis.com)
Philanthropist Louis Wolfson Dies At 95 Jan 3, 2008
The family also donated to Jacksonville University and funded construction of Wolfson Park, the minor-league baseball park in Jacksonville for decades. Beyond the mark the family left on Jacksonville, Louis Wolfson is known for owning 1978 Triple Crown winner Affirmed. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Baseball Adds Five In Early Signing Period Dec 20, 2007
The Spiders open the 2008 season February 22-24 at the Jacksonville University Invitational in Jacksonville, Fla. . (Richmondspiders.com)
Artis Gilmore joins JU as Special Assistant to the President Dec 14, 2007
Jacksonville University Official Athletic Site ... - Artis Gilmore, the legendary basketball player and 1970 graduate of Jacksonville University, is joining the school as the Special Assistant to the President. (Judolphins.com)
Brian Alas Named To Brooks Wallace Player Of The Year Award Watch List Dec 13, 2007
at the Jacksonville University Tournament Feb. 22-24. . (Richmondspiders.com)
Rowing dedicates a boat to Bill and Eloise Gay Dec 6, 2007
Jacksonville University Official Athletic Site ... - Bill and Eloise Gay, two longtime supporters of Jacksonville University and its athletic program, have been honored with the rare distinction of having one of the boats used by the JU rowing program bear their name. (Judolphins.com)
Stephanie Garland named Director of Student-Athlete Development Dec 6, 2007
Jacksonville University Official Athletic Site ... - Jacksonville University has named as director of student-athlete development, it was announced by JU Director of Athletics Alan Verlander. (Judolphins.com)
Campbell University accepts bid to join Pioneer Football League Dec 6, 2007
The league still retains four of its charter members - Butler University, the University of Dayton, Drake University and Valparaiso University, plus the University of San Diego (joining in 1992) - which were joined in 2001 by four new teams, three of which remain today - Davidson College, Jacksonville University and Morehead State University. In January 1991 the NCAA passed legislation to require Division I institutions to sponsor all intercollegiate sports at the Division I level. (Usdtoreros.com)
Chris Kouns resigns as head women's soccer coach Dec 5, 2007
Jacksonville University Official Athletic Site ... "I want to thank Alan Verlander for the opportunity to work with the Jacksonville University women's soccer program the past four years. At this time I am able to leave the program pleased with the progress we've made and secure that our decisions have all been made with the correct intentions. "I feel fortunate to have worked with a group that appeared in four straight conference tournaments, won the Atlantic Sun Conference Tournament... (Judolphins.com)
Top 50 Scouting Report: #20 3B Daniel Murphy Dec 5, 2007
By Inside Pitch MagazineDate: Dec 5, 2007 The New York Mets selected the third baseman in the 13th round in the 2006 MLB Draft out of Jacksonville University. His last year in college and his rookie season in the organization were both littered by leg injuries, and not until 2007 did Murphy get a chance to show was he is truly capable of doing. (NY Mets, TheInsiders.com)
Otis Smith Kids Foundation endows a JU athletic scholarship Nov 27, 2007
Jacksonville University Official Athletic Site ... - The Otis Smith Kids Foundation is donating $50,000 to the Jacksonville University athletics department to establish and endow the Otis Smith Scholarship to a deserving local student-athlete ... "The Otis Smith Kids Foundation is excited to partner with Jacksonville University to provide scholarships for deserving local student-athletes," said Bonnie Upright, Executive Director of the Foundation. (Judolphins.com)
Don Vargo, 51, gifted athlete Nov 23, 2007
The Cleveland native transferred to Georgia State from Jacksonville University, where he had a golf scholarship. When he peddled like mad in front of his spin classes, his father said, it was because "he wanted to set an example for his children and also for the people in his class. "He just wanted to make people aware of how to live the best they could and be healthy and eat properly. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Women's basketball travels to Lady Pirate Invitational this weekend Nov 22, 2007
Jacksonville University Official Athletic Site ... Head coach is in her fourth season as head coach of the Jacksonville University women's basketball program and has engineered the squad into a powerhouse in the Atlantic Sun Conference. (Judolphins.com)
Mills Named A-10 Co-Player Of The Week Nov 20, 2007
The Minutewomen (2-1) return to action Friday and Saturday Nov. 23-24 at the East Carolina Lady Pirate Invitational, where they will take on the Jacksonville University Dolphins in the first round at 7p. m. Both UMass games will be broadcast on WMUA 91. (Umassathletics.com)
Softball signs four athletes to National Letters of Intent Nov 15, 2007
The Salukis are set to kick off the 2007 season on Feb. 8 against the University of North Carolina-Greensboro at the Jacksonville University Invitational Tournament in Jacksonville, Fla. (Siusalukis.com)
A tough start: SCSU preparing for first home game Nov 14, 2007
The 0-2 Bulldogs can only hope to find the opposite at 7:30 p.m. tonight at the Smith-Hammond-Middleton Memorial Center for their home opener against Jacksonville University, although new head coach Tim Carter is not just relying on familiar surroundings to pick up his first win. "A good basketball team is going to play well on the road," Carter said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
JU set to dedicate Negaard Rowing Center on Saturday Oct 13, 2007
Jacksonville University Official Athletic Site ... - After celebrating its 50 year anniversary, the Jacksonville University rowing program will kick off its 2007-08 season in prime fashion with its annual Alumni Race at 8 a.m., followed by the official dedication of the Negaard Rowing Center at 10 a.m., this Saturday ... The rowing program and Jacksonville University will honor Brad and Annette Negaard, who were instrumental in the development of the $3 million project, expanding the original... (Judolphins.com)
Jacksonville athlete cops to drug setup Oct 5, 2007
Prosecutors won't charge Jacksonville University running back Rudell Small after teammate Cecil Coltrane admitted planting more than 20 grams of marijuana in Small's dorm room, authorities said Thursday. Prosecutors were still investigating possible charges against Coltrane, State Attorney Harry Shorstein said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Crimson Tide fans punished Oct 5, 2007
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Heatley scores six-year extension Oct 4, 2007
Jacksonville University running back Rudell Small was reinstated one day after teammate Cecil Coltrane admitted planting more than 20 grams of marijuana in Small's dorm room. World record-holder Paula Radcliffe, 33, will run her first marathon in more than two years when she competes in New York next month. (Boston Globe)
