Tomlin went too far with punishment Aug 9, 2008
Hampton is an alternative attraction for a few of the fans who make the pilgrimage to Saint Vincent College in Latrobe for afternoon practices. Wednesday, for example, while the vast majority of the some 5,000 fans who attended had eyes only on the main field where all but one of the healthy Steelers practiced, a couple of dozen or so, by design or happenstance, wandered over to the far field where Hampton was doing punishment drills. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Thomas More football picked fifth in PAC Aug 7, 2008
Thomas More College LATROBE, PA - Thomas More was picked to finish fifth in the Presidents' Athletic Conference by a collection of coaches, sports information directors and media in attendance at the conference's annual Football Media Day held on the campus of Saint Vincent College. Two-time PAC champion Washington & Jefferson was a near unanimous selection to win for the third straight season. (WKRC.com, OH)
Roethlisberger to start vs. Eagles Aug 7, 2008
Search post-gazette NOW. Matt Freed/Post-Gazette Hines Ward is slow to get up after taking a hard hit from Anthony Smith yesterday at Saint Vincent. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Highly ranked W&J head of the PAC Aug 7, 2008
It was a no-brainer for the coaches, media and sports information directors to pick the Presidents to finish first in the Presidents' Athletic Conference at the league's kickoff news conference yesterday at Saint Vincent College. "I know there are a lot of expectations for us. We like to have that, but you don't win anything based on preseason predictions," said Sirianni, whose Presidents have won or shared 20 of the past 24 PAC championships and participated in 19 of the past 23 playoffs. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Aug. 4, P.M. practice report Aug 6, 2008
comDate: Aug 4, 2008 The Pittsburgh Steelers got one important member of their offensive line back Monday, but had a number of other veterans sit out as they began their second week of practices here at Saint Vincent College. to read the rest of this story. (SteelCitySports.com)
Usual decision not a snap Aug 5, 2008
Peter Diana / Post-Gazette Center Justin Hartwig looks for the defense during morning workouts yesterday at Saint Vincent College. Hartwig is the newest free agent brought in to play the tradition-rich position in the Steelers' offensive line. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Kemoeatu returns to practice field Aug 5, 2008
Peter Diana / Post-Gazette Steelers lineman Chris Kemoeatu returns to workouts with a large brace on his left triceps for the afternoon practice yesterday at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe ... But it matters to Tomlin, who was angry when Hampton, a four-time Pro Bowl nose tackle, showed up at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe nearly 40 pounds overweight. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
No. 1 choice comes up short Aug 4, 2008
Peter Diana / Post-Gazette Steelers running back Rashard Mendenhall is stopped short during the goal-line drills yesterday at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. The first week of his first NFL training camp ended with a thud for Rashard Mendenhall. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Timmons a hit, but Foote holds job Aug 3, 2008
But Timmons is going to make it difficult for coach Mike Tomlin not to get him on the playing field, especially after the way he has been performing in his second training camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. And especially after the performance he put on Friday night in a practice at Latrobe Stadium, where Timmons, the Steelers' No. 1 draft pick last year, looked like a young Kendrell Bell in a pass-rushing drill, exploding through anyone who got in his way. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Sore groin limits Big Ben's practice Aug 3, 2008
The first week of training camp ended the way it began at Saint Vincent College -- with a nagging injury to a significant player. This time, though, the injured player was quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, who did not participate in team drills yesterday because of a sore groin. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Coach Rutherford Aug 2, 2008
Now, must tutor defensive backs on how to keep opposing quarterbacks from doing the same things to them, as he recently was hired to coach the secondary at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pa. Panther Digest caught up with Rutherford on campus this week. (PittInsiders.com)
Harrison earns his nickname of Steelman Aug 2, 2008
Their morning special teams practices at Saint Vincent College do not include most veterans. That is, unless you were the team MVP last season and a starting linebacker in the Pro Bowl. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
All smiles at Steelers camp Aug 1, 2008
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward laughs during the team s practice at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe on Thursday. See complete Steelers camp coverage on Page 13. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Drummond joins team, gets shot as return man Aug 1, 2008
East Liberty native Eddie Drummond signed with the Steelers yesterday and was returning punts in practice at Saint Vincent College by the afternoon ... Longtime Steelers broadcaster Myron Cope would love this one -- they still have a parking spot reserved for him next to Saint Benedict Hall at Saint Vincent College for training camp. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Punter hopes for better impression than last season Jul 31, 2008
Two days after he was waived by the Detroit Lions, Ernster arrived at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe as the replacement for injured punter Dan Sepulveda, who will miss the rest of the season with a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right leg. "It's an exciting opportunity for me because I've always been a fan of the team and I have a lot of friends who are big fans of the Steelers," Ernster said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
July 29, A.M. Practice Report Jul 30, 2008
comDate: Jul 29, 2008 It was a quiet morning on Day 2 of the Pittsburgh Steelers training camp here at Saint Vincent College. But that in itself was somewhat newsworthy since the first session was a special teams practice. (SteelCitySports.com)
CAMP POSTCARDS: Looking at the Steelers' biggest concern Jul 30, 2008
Stop me if you've heard this one before -- from me or Peter King -- but Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pa. is the Fenway or Wrigley of NFL training camp stops. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Injury knocks out punter Jul 30, 2008
Peter Diana / Post-Gazette Punter Daniel Sepulveda, left, sits out the afternoon practice at Saint Vincent College yesterday ... Sepulveda said his knee bothered him again in the first practices Monday at Saint Vincent College, and the Steelers ordered another MRI. He said there was no reason to believe this one would turn out any different than previous tests. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Pictures from Camp Tomlin Jul 30, 2008
Punter Daniel Sepulveda, left, sits out the afternoon practice at Saint Vincent College yesterday ... Pittsburgh Steelers receiver Willie Reed has a pass intercepted by Anthony Smith during afternoon workouts at Saint Vincent College yesterday ... Punter Daniel Sepulveda, left, sits out the afternoon practice at Saint Vincent College yesterday. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Returning punts would suit Holmes, but it's not likely Jul 30, 2008
Peter Diana / Post-Gazette Safety Anthony Smith, right, cuts in front of receiver Willie Reid to intercept a pass in yesterday's afternoon practice at Saint Vincent College ... Tomlin said he might take a "peak" at Holmes as a punt-returner, which is what he did yesterday morning at Saint Vincent College. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Roethlisberger will drive Steelers' success Jul 30, 2008
Arians already has seen it on the practice fields at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. "It's the way he carries himself," he said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Backup Trai Essex in front again Jul 29, 2008
Peter Diana / Post-Gazette Rookie receiver Limas Sweed, left, jokes with Santonio Holmes during workouts yesterday at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe ... Sometimes, it takes several practices for a couple of fights to break out in training camp, but Reid was involved in two in the first drill at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Steelers Training Camp Photo Journal: Day Two (Today) Jul 29, 2008
Coach Mike Tomlin placed Hampton on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list after watching him labor through five of a required eight 100-yard jogs that were part of the players' conditioning test their first day at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. Please scroll down for more images. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Last two draft picks sign Jul 28, 2008
All Steelers are scheduled to report for training camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pa. on Sunday, July 27. (SteelCitySports.com)
Polamalu, Kemoeatu sit out with injuries Jul 28, 2008
They were placed on the physically unable to perform list -- along with Hampton -- after reporting to Saint Vincent College in Latrobe yesterday with what are believed to be minor injuries. That means they are not allowed to practice with the team until they are removed from the PUP list. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Tomlin gives Big Snack a big smack on Day 1 Jul 28, 2008
In a way, it's easy to laugh at Hampton's situation after he was unceremoniously dumped on the Steelers' physically unable to perform (PUP) list only hours after reporting to Saint Vincent College in Latrobe because, as coach Mike Tomlin tersely put it, "he's not in any kind of shape to play football." It's always easy to make fun of the big, fat guy, right. Especially if the big, fat guy is willing to laugh at himself. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Hampton fails running test Jul 28, 2008
Tomlin placed Hampton on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list after watching him labor through five of a required eight 100-yard jogs that were part of the players' conditioning test their first day at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. "He wasn't able to finish the test," Tomlin said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Steelers have numerous issues as camp begins Jul 27, 2008
Especially with so much to do at camp during one of the Steelers' shortest stays at Saint Vincent College since they first held camp there 41 years ago. The players report Sunday, with the first two practices scheduled Monday. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
What fans need to know Jul 27, 2008
Where: Saint Vincent College, Route 30, Latrobe, the Steelers' 42nd summer at the school and their third when Rolling Rock beer won't be brewed in Latrobe ... All practices are scheduled at Saint Vincent College, except for two night practices, Aug 1 at Latrobe Stadium at 7 p.m. and Aug. 5 at Saint Vincent at 5:30 p.m. Weather and unforeseen circumstances can alter the schedule. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Camp Tomlin reconvenes Jul 27, 2008
Others won't write his team's story before the first chapter, Tomlin said as he convenes the Steelers at Saint Vincent College this afternoon and puts them through a running test to open their 42nd training camp on the bucolic yet expanding small-college campus. "There will be a lot of issues, and that is what training camp is about. I think one of the things that I am always conscious about is that I never try to tell a story; I always try to let the story unfold and call it as I see it. That... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
5 things to watch Jul 27, 2008
The Steelers open their 42nd training camp at Saint Vincent College -- No. 2 under coach Mike Tomlin -- when the players report today. It will be among their shortest ever in Latrobe, their final practice occurring three weeks from today. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
2008 Steelers Camp Roster and the skinny (Today) Jul 27, 2008
2008 Steelers Camp Roster and the skinny. Search post-gazette NOW. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Steelers sign top picks Mendenhall, Sweed Jul 26, 2008
The Steelers will have all of their players under contract for the fourth consecutive year when they report to training camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe tomorrow. Yesterday, the reached agreements with their top two draft choices, running back Rashard Mendenhall and wide receiver Limas Sweed. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Tomlin: Off-field turmoil may hurt Steelers Jul 24, 2008
Coach Mike Tomlin, entering his second season, acknowledged yesterday that the sudden uncertain future of the team's ownership could become a distraction for his players as they practice at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. "Potentially,'' is how Mr. Tomlin put the chances of it affecting his ballclub. "Because there'll be questions that I'll have to answer in regards to that and there will be questions that potentially our team has to answer in regard to that. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
PG North: Natrona Heights palomino baseball team steps it up in Quad County North action (Today) Jul 24, 2008
All of Natrona Heights' 19-year olds are pitchers, including Vince Yandura, a freshman pitcher at Saint Vincent College this past season. "When I had the chance to have three 19-year olds, I wanted him after last year because he wants the ball every day," Ropelewski said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Steelers don't expect holdouts Jul 22, 2008
Kevin Colbert, the team's director of football operations, predicted yesterday that the top two draft choices will come to terms by the time the Steelers report to training camp Sunday at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. Running back Rashard Mendenhall, the Steelers' top pick, and wide receiver Limas Sweed, drafted in the second round, are the last unsigned of their seven draft choices. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Saint Vincent's in top shape for training camp Jul 16, 2008
Peter Diana/Post-Gazette It won't be long before fans will be lining the rope in search of autographs at Saint Vincent College ... Over the drone of a weed whacker and the backdrop of a landscaper deftly cutting the practice field, Saint Vincent College president Jim Towey yesterday stood at Chuck Noll Field and spoke of the impeding deluge that is Steelers training camp ... Where: Saint Vincent College, Latrobe. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Obama vows to expand Bush's faith-based initiative Jul 2, 2008
"Jim Towey, a former director of Bush's faith office who's now the president of Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pa., said he was encouraged that Obama wanted to continue the initiative. But Towey said he expected that the hiring mandates would frustrate many organizations, including African-American churches and evangelicals."The reality is an Orthodox Jewish group ceases to be Orthodox if they have to hire atheists or Southern Baptists," Towey said. "What Senator Obama is saying is groups... (Anchorage Daily News)
On Deck: June 29 - July 6 (06/29/2008) Jun 29, 2008
Consider it a reminder, if you haven't made plans to visit Saint Vincent College in Latrobe to watch the Steelers in their annual summer ritual. Friday. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
West Penn Amateur: Wildwood's Smith wins again Jun 25, 2008
He came to the Bedford resort Sunday night and played 36 holes Monday, shooting 1-under 70 in each of his first two rounds to enter the final round five shots behind Varga, who plays at Saint Vincent College. "I didn't have too much energy," Smith said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Numerical NFL hype Jun 25, 2008
July 27: Steelers report to Saint Vincent College for the start of training camp. Aug. 8: Steelers open the preseason vs. the Eagles at Heinz Field, 7:30 p.m.. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Four Eagles sign to play football Jun 20, 2008
Walters, son of Steve and Karen Walters, is headed to Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. As the Eagles tailback, Walters rushed for 267 yards and caught 12 passes for 213 yards. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Tomlin says no jobs won in spring, without hitting Jun 14, 2008
Those quasi-football practices came to an end yesterday, and the players now have off until the more telling time of training camp opens for them July 27 at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. Although these spring organized team activities have taken on more intensity the past dozen years, they remain a poor cousin of the real thing in the summer. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Starks hopes to make big impact Jun 9, 2008
The real competition, if there is one, will occur in training camp at Saint Vincent College. "He's establishing his role," coach Mike Tomlin said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
'08 camp to be one of shortest Jun 5, 2008
Mike Tomlin will conduct one of the shortest Steelers training camps when his players report to Saint Vincent College July 27. Three weeks later, they will have their final practice in Latrobe and head back to Pittsburgh. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Tomlin scores at commencement May 12, 2008
This keeps up, Saint Vincent College will be known for more than being the home of Steelers training camp ... "But I saw him in Washington and shook his hand and told him I was Jim Towey from Saint Vincent College. He says to me, 'How did you manage to get coach Tomlin?' ". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Dupre donates $7.6m to Saint Vincent May 3, 2008
6 million to Saint Vincent College in Latrobe to fund the construction of a new science building. The Sis and Herman Dupr/ Science Complex will house the Herbert W. Boyer School of Natural Sciences, Mathematics, and Computing. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Max King to head Fred Rogers Center Apr 1, 2008
Saint Vincent College is based in Latrobe, Pa. Related Industry News. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
PG East: Rich Emert's Notebook Mar 15, 2008
The Centurions finished 19-9, losing this past weekend to Bishop McCort from Johnstown, 59-40, in a PIAA quarterfinal at Saint Vincent College. Not bad for a team that had just one senior -- 6-foot-1 center Erica Keto -- on its roster. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Mt. Lebanon reaches semifinals Mar 8, 2008
Bishop McCort 59, Greensburg Central Catholic 40: Trailing by just two at the half, the Centurions (19-9) were outscored 28-11 the rest of the way in a loss to District 6 runner-up Bishop McCort (29-2) at Saint Vincent College. Erica Keto (13), Megan DePremio (13) and Lauren DePalma (12) combined to score all but two points for the Centurions, who made only 13 of 53 field-goal attempts. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
NFL Notebook: Saint Vincent picks Tomlin as key speaker Mar 8, 2008
He agreed to be the keynote speaker at the annual commencement of Saint Vincent College May 10 in Latrobe ... "We try to get the best person for commencement and we are lucky to have him," said Jim Towey, Saint Vincent College President. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Gold regains its shine as an investment Feb 10, 2008
Investors who buy gold are betting that its price will appreciate faster than the rate of inflation, said Dr. Gary M. Quinlivan, author of the "Gold Standard League" and dean of the Alex G. McKenna School of Business at Saint Vincent College. He said if gold appreciates less than 4. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
PG East: Area players receive PAC honors Jan 10, 2008
Jeannette graduate Rob James received PAC Coaches' Honors, which are the equivalent of all-conference recognition for schools that are in provisional status in NCAA Division III. James is a sophomore wide receiver at Saint Vincent College. Scholar-Athlete. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG North: Six from area on PAC soccer all-stars Nov 15, 2007
ShalerArea graduate Jason Zielinski, a senior midfielder at Saint Vincent College, also received PAC honors. St. Vincent is currently listed as a provisional member of the conference. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG East: Eight district players named All-PAC in soccer Nov 15, 2007
Fecik is a sophomore forward at Saint Vincent College, a school currently listed as a provisional member of the conference ... Manella and Urban are playing at Saint Vincent College, while Beadling is at Geneva College. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG North: Deer Lakes grad stars for Carnegie Mellon Nov 8, 2007
Rudzki, a senior at Washington & Jefferson College, finished first in the 96-runner field in the championship meet, which took place Oct. 27 at Saint Vincent College. He completed the 8K course in a time of 26:32. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG East: East Allegheny grad leads Bethany soccer in scoring Nov 8, 2007
Jeannette High School graduate Adrianne Groth ranks second in scoring on the Saint Vincent College women's soccer team with 19 points ... Greensburg Central Catholic graduate Adam Smith won the Presidents' Athletic Conference men's cross country title for Saint Vincent College. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Rendell Administration Targets Energy Industry, Universities With $5.2 Million Funding Oct 27, 2007
In collaboration with Penn State-New Kensington, Seton Hill University, the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg, Saint Vincent College and Westmoreland County Community College, the zone will draw new and emerging technology companies to southwestern Pennsylvania. The Fayette/Washington KIZ received $225,000 in funding for its first year of operation. (PR Newswire)
Read more... Oct 17, 2007
In addition to Brijna and Zachary, the following students are recipients of 2007 LIFE Lessons Scholarships: Jessica Davis (Westchester Community College); Tammie Sommons (Howard University); Lark Mitchell (Florida Aersity); Karen Egbuna (Trinity University); Carly Tsurudome (University of CA, Los Angeles); Jillian Fragale (Prescott College); Thomas Johnson (University of the Arts); Kristin Oickle (New England School of Law); Shandrika Drake (Campbell University); Brittany Rittenberry (University... (PNN Online)
Saintly woman was also a tough patient Oct 8, 2007
Many people who were close to Mother Teresa told stories of her life last weekend at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. College President James Towey, who once served as Mother Teresa's legal counsel, organized the gathering. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Opportunity knocks Oct 7, 2007
Ruehl, a graduate of Saint Vincent College in Pennsylvania, said he intends to take advantage of U.S. Steel's educational reimbursement program to further his schooling. While he's still undecided, Ruehl said he's considering going to Wayne State University for his master's degree in industrial hygiene. (The News-Herald)
'Friday Night Lights' to get more female friendly Oct 5, 2007
A Mother Teresa conference being held at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe this weekend will be covered by Catholic channel EWTN at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday. Showtime, benefiting from a free weekend, saw original series "Dexter" score with its second-season premiere, drawing more than 1 million viewers, the network's highest tune-in for a first-run episode. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Bowers prove cross country success is relative Sep 28, 2007
Natalie's older sister, Ashley, ran for Latrobe and is a senior on the cross country team at Saint Vincent College. Ken Bower, an uncle, has completed the Laurel Highlands Ultra. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG East: On Campus Sep 27, 2007
Mount Pleasant residents Kristin and Natalie Hozak are starters on the Saint Vincent College women's volleyball team. Kristin is a 5-8 senior setter, while Natalie is a 5-9 freshman outside hitter. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Business calendar: 9/17 to 9/22 Sep 17, 2007
Saint Vincent College Small Business Development Center, 9 a.m., Latrobe ... Saint Vincent College Small Business Development Center, 1 p.m., Placid Hall, Foundations Room. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
