UNC looks young Nov 5, 2009
CHAPEL HILL -- For tonight's exhibition game against Francis Marion, the North Carolina women's basketball team will feature a roster brimming with young talent ... For tonight's exhibition game against Francis Marion, the North Carolina women's basketball team will feature a roster brimming with young talent. (News & Observer -- Sports)
No. 5 UNC Opens Exhibition Schedule Thursday Nov 5, 2009
CHAPEL HILL --- The No. 5 North Carolina women's basketball team will take to the court for game action for the first time Thursday when the Tar Heels host Division II Francis Marion in an exhibition matchup at 7 p.m. at the Smith Center ... Hatchell spent 11 seasons as the head coach at Francis Marions, leading the Patriots to an overall record of 272-80 and a pair of national championships in 1982 and 1986 ... In 1993, Hatchell was inducted into the Francis Marion University Athletic Hall of... (Tarheelblue.com)
Furman Rallies on Back Nine to Win 2009 Hummingbird Intercollegiate; Western Carolina Finishes Tied for Sixth Nov 4, 2009
Western Carolina will now turn its attention to the spring season and the opening Wexford Invitational, hosted by Francis Marion at the Wexford Plantation in Hilton Head, S.C.. . (Catamountsports.com)
Western Carolina Men's Golf to Host the Hummingbird Intercollegiate Monday and Tuesday in Sapphire Nov 3, 2009
Catamounts host 18-team event at the Country Club of Sapphire Valley. The field this year will again make for a very competitive two rounds and we hope to close out the fall portion of our schedule strong in our own home event. (Catamountsports.com)
Pacers record win over No. 13 soccer squad Oct 30, 2009
Clayton State received seven first-place votes and totaled 137 points, six more than defending champion Francis Marion. Lander was third (120), followed by Columbus State and Georgia College and State (104), USC Aiken (95), UNC Pembroke (69), Armstrong Atlantic State (67), North Georgia (53), Georgia Southwestern (48), Montevallo (45), Augusta State (29) and Flagler (12). (The Augusta Chronicle)
Pack's Michel will miss FSU game Oct 30, 2009
N.C. State 2, Francis Marion 0: Senior midfielders Kendall Irby and Chantalle Dugas scored first-half goals to lead the host Wolfpack to a nonconference victory. State (8-8-2) will host Duke at 1 p.m. Sunday in its regular-season finale. (News & Observer -- Sports)
New-look Winthrop women's basketball team in need of leaders Oct 29, 2009
The Lady Eagles open the season with an exhibition game against Francis Marion at 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Winthrop Coliseum. The regular season begins with the preseason WNIT, where they will face Georgia Tech on Nov. 13 in Atlanta. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Jaguars favored to repeat Peach Belt basketball title Oct 29, 2009
Jaguars favored to repeat 102909 - The Augusta Chronicle. Jaguars favored to repeat From Staff Reports Thursday, October 29, 2009. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Clemson Basketball Holds Scrimmage Friday Oct 26, 2009
The next action for the men's team will be an exhibition game against Francis Marion on Friday, Nov. 6 at 7:30 p.m. Admission will be free to the public for the exhibition. Individual Player Statistics (FG-FGA, FT-FTA, Pts) T. Booker (10-12, 0-1, 20), Smith (7-12, 2-2, 19), Young (6-13, 1-1, 17), Grant (5-7, 5-5, 15), Jennings (5-11, 3-3, 15), D. Booker (5-11, 3-7, 13), Stitt (5-9, 1-3, 11), Potter (29, 3-4, 8), Hill (3-10, 0-2, 7), Narcisse (3-5, 0-0, 7), Baciu (3-8, 0-0, 6), Anderson (2-4,... (Clemsontigers.com)
Women's Basketball Preseason Notebook Oct 22, 2009
The Tar Heels will begin game action on Nov. 5 with an exhibition against Francis Marion. . (Tarheelblue.com)
Men's Basketball to Hold Orange & White Scrimmage Friday Oct 20, 2009
Men's Basketball to Hold Orange Scrimmage Friday - CLEMSON OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE. Men's Basketball to Hold Orange Scrimmage Friday Intrasquad event will take place at 7:00 p.m. at Littlejohn Coliseum and is open to the public. (Clemsontigers.com)
USC Aiken volleyball records Peach Belt victory Oct 17, 2009
In Aiken, Shannon Byers had 14 kills and 14 digs as USC Aiken beat Francis Marion 3-2 on Friday night in a Peach Belt Conference match. The game scores were 25-20, 24-26, 25-19, 20-25, 15-9. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Blazers Head To Furman Invitational Oct 9, 2009
The Furman Invitational boasts a 17-team field that includes The Citadel, Francis Marion, Furman, Marshall and Tennessee Tech, among other schools. Prior to last weekend's hiatus from competition, UAB finished seventh out of a 17-team field of strong national competition at the Roy Griak Invitational hosted by the University of Minnesota on Sept. 26. (Uabsports.com)
Local collegians Oct 8, 2009
State, North Carolina-Pembroke and Francis Marion (S.C.). Corgan has helped Lander go 12-4 overall and 4-2 in conference. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Sports)
VOICE OF THE PEOPLE | Oct. 5 Oct 6, 2009
In those days, Francis Marion rose from he rank of captain to lieutenant-colonel to brigadier-general in the 2nd South Carolina Regiment. Col. William Moultrie, of the 2nd South Carolina Regiment, was later awarded the rank of brigadier- general after successfully repelling the British in their first attempt to capture Charleston. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Bulldogs Set To Host Western Carolina In Key SoCon Matchup Oct 3, 2009
After a season-opening 0-0 draw with 25th-ranked Auburn, the Bulldogs rattled off consecutive victories against Alabama, Francis Marion, Texas State, Belmont, Winthrop and The Citadel. Sophomore goalkeeper has only allowed a single goal this season and has helped lead the Bulldogs to their stellar 6-1-1 overall record. (Samfordsports.com)
T&D Quick Hits Sep 30, 2009
The Eagles, who defeated Francis Marion 2-0 in their last outing Sept. 25, are 3-4-1 on the season. Freshman Dani Benton, one of 16 newcomers on the 2009 squad, has six goals to lead SC State. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Bulldogs Set To Resume Fall Schedule At 2009 Elon Intercollegiate Sep 26, 2009
Two weeks ago, in its first competition of the fall, Samford earned a 16th-place finish at the 25th-annual Springhill Suites Intercollegiate hosted by Francis Marion University. The Bulldogs were led by true freshmen and. (Samfordsports.com)
Eagles volleyball team drops heartbreaker to Liberty Sep 26, 2009
WOMEN'S SOCCER The Winthrop women's soccer team picked up its first home victory of the season, beating Francis Marion 2-0 ... Senior Stevie Lucas took the free kick from 30-yards out, and the wet field conditions prevented Francis Marion goalkeeper Emily Brandenburg from fielding the ball cleanly ... Vensel received ball in the middle of the Francis Marion side of the field on a long crossing pass by freshman Allie VandeWater, took it in unchallenged, and placed her shot past Brandenburg in the... (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Catamount Soccer Opens Southern Conference Play This Weekend Sep 25, 2009
The Wildcats (3-6-0) have recorded wins over Winthrop, Francis Marion and High Point. Last season, the Catamounts edged the Wildcats with a 2-1 victory in Davidson, N.C.. (Catamountsports.com)
Soccer Takes Undefeated Record Into SoCon Play Sep 25, 2009
Since then, Samford has rattled off consecutive victories against Alabama 3-0, Francis Marion 3-0, Texas State 1-0, Belmont 1-0 and Winthrop 1-0. Senior and sophomore have been the Bulldogs' top scoring threats this season. (Samfordsports.com)
Heinz picks up career coaching win No. 100 Sep 25, 2009
HOME AGAIN The women's soccer team will face Francis Marion on Eagle Field at 7 p.m. tonight. The team played six consecutive road games after beginning the season at home against Davidson on Aug. 22. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Bears Place 16th At Adams Cup of Newport Sep 23, 2009
SMU s six-shot victory came over Georgia Southern (882), followed by New Mexico (884), Ohio State (887), Furman (888), Connecticut (894), Central Florida (896), DePaul (908), William & Mary (910), Southern Mississippi (912), Francis Marion (913), Bryant (917), Rhode Island (919), temple (919), Hartford (926), Brown (953) and St. Joseph s (956). Brown senior Michael Amato improved each round, shooting a 54-hole 233 on rounds of 79-78-76 to place 55th individually. (Brownbears.com)
Bears Complete Day One of Adams Cup Sep 22, 2009
The star-studded field of 17 is led by New Mexico (287), who leads by four shots over Georgia Southern (291) and SMU (291), followed by Ohio State (296), Connecticut (296), Furman (297), Central Florida (297), DePaul (297), William & Mary (300), Temple (303), Hartford (304), Francis Marion (305), Southern Mississippi (306), Bryant (307), host URI (311), St. Joseph s (319) and Brown. Brown junior Michael Amato shot 40-39 79 to lead the Bears. (Brownbears.com)
Eagles men's soccer falls to Charlotte Sep 21, 2009
Winthrop will be back in action at 7 p.m. Friday as it hosts Francis Marion at Eagle Field. WOMEN'S GOLF In Waynesville, N.C., heavy rain forced the cancellation of the final round of the Gr 00004000 eat Smokies Women's Collegiate tournament being held at the Waynesville Country Club. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Soccer Returns To Action Sunday With Home Match Against Winthrop Sep 21, 2009
So far this season, the Bulldogs have tied 25th-ranked Auburn 0-0 on Aug. 23, and then rattled off four-consecutive nonconference victories against Alabama 3-0, Francis Marion 3-0, Texas State 1-0 and Belmont 1-0. Samford's last defeat was a hard-fought 1-0 loss to Western Carolina in the semifinal round of the Southern Conference Tournament on Nov. 7, 2008. (Samfordsports.com)
Bulldogs Take Undefeated Record To Kennesaw State Sep 19, 2009
So far this season, the Bulldogs have tied 25th-ranked Auburn 0-0 on Aug. 23, and then rattled off four-consecutive nonconference victories against Alabama 3-0, Francis Marion 3-0, Texas State 1-0 and Belmont 1-0 ... Owls' goalkeeper Staci Pugh earned the first award after defeating Francis Marion and holding nationally-ranked Minnesota to one goal. (Samfordsports.com)
Freshmen Lead 'Dogs To 16th-Place Finish At Springhill Suites Intercollegiate Sep 17, 2009
FLORENCE, S.C. - In its first competition of the 2009-10 season, the Samford University men's golf team placed 16th at the 25th-annual Springhill Suites Intercollegiate hosted by Francis Marion University. The Bulldogs finished the two-day tournament with a 36-hole score of 885 (296-291-298). (Samfordsports.com)
Bulldogs' Defense Listed Among Nation's Elite Sep 16, 2009
Samford (4-0-1) is in the midst of a four-match winning streak and has earned consecutive victories against Alabama 3-0, Francis Marion 3-0, Texas State 1-0 and Belmont 1-0. The Bulldogs' lone draw this season was a scoreless tie versus the 25th-ranked Auburn Tigers on Aug. 23. (Samfordsports.com)
URI Set to Host 16th Annual Adams Cup of Newport Sep 15, 2009
16th Annual Adams Cup of Newport/Cleveland Golf Classic Field (18 Teams): Brown Bryant Central Florida Connecticut DePaul Francis Marion Furman Hartford Georgia Southern New Mexico Ohio State Rhode Island Saint Joseph's Southern Methodist Southern Mississippi Temple URI "Blue" William. Monday, Sept 21 vs Adams Cup of Newport Newport, R.I. All Day. (Gorhody.com)
Men's Golf 16th After Opening Day Of Springhill Suites... Sep 15, 2009
FLORENCE, S.C. - The Samford men's golf team carded an opening-day total of 587 (296-291) on Monday as the Bulldogs opened their 2009-10 campaign at the 25th-annual Springhill Suites Intercollegiate hosted by Francis Marion University. Samford finished the opening 36 holes of play in 16th place. (Samfordsports.com)
Men's Golf To Open 2009-10 Season At Springhill Suites Intercollegiate Sep 15, 2009
- The Samford University men's golf team will begin play in its 2009 fall season Monday as the Bulldogs compete in the 25th-annual Springhill Suites Intercollegiate hosted by Francis Marion University in Florence, S.C. The two-day event will be held at the Country Club of South Carolina ... The tournament field includes Samford, Appalachian State, College of Charleston, Charleston Southern, Davidson, Elon, Francis Marion, Furman, George Mason, Georgia College University, James Madison,... (Samfordsports.com)
Bulldogs Set To Conclude Homestand Against Texas State Friday Sep 10, 2009
The Bulldogs opened their 2009 campaign with a 0-0 draw against 25th-ranked Auburn and then compiled back-to-back 3-0 victories over Alabama and Francis Marion. In its season-opener versus Auburn, Samford set the school's all-time attendance record with 1,264 fans at Bulldog Field. (Samfordsports.com)
Lady Eagles looking to turn luck around Sep 10, 2009
She should be okay by the time the season opens with an exhibition game Nov. 7 against Francis Marion. Karl Lyles 803-329-4032. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Preseason WNIT appearance part of Lady Eagles' grueling schedule Sep 7, 2009
To get ready for the season opener, Winthrop will play a closed scrimmage against Winston-Salem State and an exhibition against Francis Marion. Winthrop is guaranteed three games in the WNIT. Georgia Tech is the only known opponent. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Treat yourself to Halloween fun in Charleston Sep 4, 2009
After a night of hearing scary tales, guests retreat to the Francis Marion with a copy of the property s own ghost story and signature spooky cookies. This package starts at $189 per night on stays through Nov. 1. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Miami Set to Host Hurricane Cup Sep 4, 2009
Navy comes to Coral Gables with an unblemished 4-0-0 record and have outscored their opponents by a combined 17-3 margin, scoring six goals against each Francis Marion and Fairleigh Dickinson. Six players on the Midshipmen have score multiple goals on the year, with Christine Calderon and Bittany White each scoring three apiece. (Hurricanesports.com)
Patriot League Women's Soccer Release 8.31.09 Sep 1, 2009
She recorded a career-high three points (one goal, one assist) in the Mids' road win against Francis Marion ... Navy has scored six goals on two separate occasions, doing so against Francis Marion and Fairleigh Dickinson. (Patriotleague.com)
ACC Releases 2009-10 Women's Basketball Schedule Aug 29, 2009
After a pair of exhibitions against Francis Marion and Carson-Newman on Nov. 5 and 10, respectively, the Tar Heels will welcome the College of Charleston for the regular season opener on Nov. 13. Other notable non-conference action includes a trip to Las Vegas, Nev. (Tarheelblue.com)
Marion riot forces football game to move Aug 27, 2009
Maxine Coley, principal of Francis Marion High School, said Tuesday the game between Francis Marion and Hale County High has been relocated to Moundville. Authorities say a fight between members of two families after a Sunday afternoon basketball game resumed the next day when the two sides confronted each other at Francis Marion. (WSJA.com, AL)
2009-10 basketball schedule announced Aug 26, 2009
FRANCIS MARION (exhibition) 7:30 p.m. Nov. 13 Fri. PRESBYTERIAN 8:00 p.m.Nov. 17 Tue. (Clemson Sports -- Rivals.com)
Lady Eagles fall to Davidson in season opener Aug 23, 2009
The Lady Eagles return home Sept. 25 to face Francis Marion. Karl Lyles 329-4032. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
More bodies, new faces Aug 20, 2009
That streak began against UNC Asheville and ended with a 1-0 loss at Division II Francis Marion ... Winthrop returns home on Sept. 25 to play Francis Marion. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Seahawk soccer first to see action Aug 20, 2009
Media Credit: Junior Nassim Berhouni plays in an exhibition match against Francis Marion ... The Seahawks face preseason exhibition matches against Francis Marion and Winthrop before the season officially gets underway on Sept. 1 when Atlantic Sun champions Campbell visit the UNCW Soccer Stadium. (The Seahawk, NC)
Wild Warren Oates Aug 19, 2009
A drunken romantic, a self-described total hick with a mountain accent, Warren Oates, a native of Depoy, Kentucky, was descended from a Revolutionary War major who fought under Francis Marion, the Swamp Fox. Oates praised Depoy as a splendid place with real community spirit. (The American Conservative)
FARRY JOINS UMES BASEBALL STAFF AS PITCHING COACH Aug 15, 2009
A native of Charlotte, N.C., Farry was a teammate of current Hawk assistant coach at Francis Marion University ... During his time at Francis Marion, Farry established save records in both his junior and senior years for the Patriots. (Umeshawks.com)
Artists' exhibit makes monsters 'approachable' Aug 12, 2009
Williams studied graphic design at Francis Marion University in South Carolina, and feels most comfortable with the computer as her primary medium. "Mostly, I do photo manipulation, and that's why this series was really challenging for me," Williams says. (Athens Banner-Herald)
MINISTERING TO OTHERS: S.C. campus ministries travel to Harlem for Mission Week Aug 7, 2009
Students from Wesley Foundations of Charleston, Claflin, Clemson, Coastal, Francis Marion, Lander, USC and Winthrop universities traveled hundreds of miles to participate in the first Harlem Mission Week ... UM campus ministers from around the state planned the trip and facilitated some of the small group and devotional time, including the Rev. Jo Anna Fallaw of Francis Marion Wesley, who talked about fasting. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Bobcats Release Golf Schedule Jul 31, 2009
Another trip to the Palmetto State follows a week later, as the Bobcats will compete in Francis Marion University's Raines Development Group Intercollegiate from Sept. 14-15. The team then rounds out a tough fall in its home state, finishing the month of September with its shortest trip, battling the State Farm Classic field Sept. 21-22. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Cisco family produces another prospect Jul 30, 2009
FRANCIS MARION -- Jeff and Janet Cisco have always been involved in sports, either as participants or fans cheering on their offsprings ... In three years at Francis Marion, Owen was 28-8 with two saves, a 2. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Western Carolina, Gorham Bradley Release 2009-10 Catamount Men's Golf Schedule Jul 24, 2009
The Catamounts open the 2009-10 season at the Raines Development Group Intercollegiate, hosted by Francis Marion at the Country Club of South Carolina in Florence which is also the site of the SoCon Championships in mid-April ... 22-23), hosted by Francis Marion at the Wexford Plantation in Hilton Head, S.C.. (Catamountsports.com)
TRM and WSN honored by AHSAA Jul 21, 2009
Billingsley (1A); Calhoun (3A)*; Chilton County (5A); Dallas County (4A); Francis Marion (2A)*, Greene County (3A); R.C. Hatch (2A)*; A.L. Johnson (1A)*; Linden (1A)*, Maplesville (1A); Sunshine (1A); Trinity Presbyterian (3A); Booker T. Washington Magnet, Montgomery (4A). District 4. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Chattooga decision languishes through summer Jul 17, 2009
to have it resolved," he said.Since 2005, fishermen, paddlers and other enthusiasts have participated in often heated public meetings, workshops and public comment periods to give the Forest Service feedback on how it should act.When Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests Superintendent Jerome Thomas announced the Forest Service's decision to postpone a decision to sometime in 2009, he noted the agency had received more than 3,000 e-mails and letters about the various alternatives outlined... (Clayton Tribune, GA)
Obama Revisionism Jul 17, 2009
Francis Marion, the old Swamp Fox, and his band of rugged South Carolina militia drank swamp water and melted pewter for ammunition in a determined guerilla struggle against superior British numbers. George Washington reported that many of his men were virtually naked during the harsh winter at Valley Forge in 1777-1778, and Washington himself was almost broke by the end of the war and did not accept a salary during the duration of the conflict. (Townhall.com)
2009 Samford Soccer Schedule Jul 16, 2009
SAMFORD OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE - Women's Soccer. at College of Charleston. (Samfordsports.com)
Bulldogs' 2009 Schedule Features Home Matches Against Auburn & Alabama Jul 16, 2009
Following its matchup versus Alabama on Aug. 28, Samford will continue its four-game homestand with nonconference contests against Francis Marion (Aug. 30) and Texas State (Sept. (Samfordsports.com)
SC university offers tours of historic log cabins Jul 14, 2009
Francis Marion University is opening up the Hewn-Timber Cabins for public tours on Tuesday. The Hewn-Timber Cabins were built around 1836 by slaves who then occupied them. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Three-time A-10 Champs Announce 2009 Schedule Jul 10, 2009
The 49ers begin the month with home games against Francis Marion, Friday, September 4 and Villanova, Sunday, September 6. Charlotte travels across town to face Davidson, Thursday, September 10. (Charlotte49Ers.com)
B-Es Godley, Sandifer share T&Ds 2009 Baseball Player of the Year honor Jul 10, 2009
Godley, who has signed to play for Spartanburg Methodist and was drafted by the New York Mets, and Sandifer, who has signed to play for Francis Marion, went on to display their talent as they enjoyed winning back-to-back Class A state championships against Chesterfield in their final two years under B-E head coach David Horton. Even though the two have played their final game with the Red Raiders and have earned numerous accolades, they ll share one final honor as the 2009 Times and Democrat... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
'A MUSICAL GENIUS': 'King of Pop's' charity work, music inspire area students Jul 4, 2009
"Michael has made me realize that I'm blessed and should share my blessings with others," said 19-year-old Andre' Culbreath, a junior at Francis Marion University. Culbreath talked about the many charities that Michael Jackson has donated to, including "children in Third World countries to inspire them to be doctors and lawyers or whatever they want to be.". (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Lady Eagles to play in Preseason WNIT Jul 2, 2009
The exhibition game is set for Nov. 7 at the Winthrop Coliseum against Francis Marion. The Lady Eagles made their first ever NCAA Division I postseason appearance last March playing at Georgetown in the WNIT.. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Former Bearcat Hefney set for his CFL debut Jul 2, 2009
Francis Marion infielder-pitcher Tyler Lehman (Northwestern) has seen limited action for the Allegany County Nitros of the New York Collegiate Baseball League this summer. A rising sophomore for the Patriots, Lehman has appeared in two games for the Nitros as a pitcher. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Farrell, D'Agostino Selected to Travel to England with U.S. U-23 WNT Jul 1, 2009
She finished the year with two goals and an assist, scoring goals in victories over Francis Marion and Charlotte. D'Agostino played in 20 games for Wake Forest during her first season in Winston-Salem. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Post 4 announces awards scholarships Jun 27, 2009
-- Andrea N. Eldridge, Edisto High School, to attend Francis Marion University. -- Jasmine Dingle, Edisto High School, to attend the University of South Carolina-Aiken. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
What was Gov. Sanford thinking? Jun 25, 2009
Neil Thigpen, a political science professor at South Carolina's Francis Marion University, said that judging from Sanford's behavior, the governor wanted to be caught. "I almost feel like he did this whole thing with the intention that it would all come out," Thigpen said. (MSNBC -- Politics)
