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Devils gain traction despite 0-0 tie
When is a tie more like a win? When a team is struggling to get traction, which has been the case this season for Fredonia men's soccer. The Blue Devils entered play Saturday looking for any kind of momentum to their season -- and they may have gotten a measure of it in a 0-0 tie with the host Brockport Golden Eagles.
Blackhorse alumna returns with advice and support
Fredonia graduate Danielle Miano, currently a member of the professional USA Women’s Eagles rugby team and in the process of qualifying for the 2016 Olympics...
Ice skating lessons for all ages being held at Steele Hall Ice Rink
The Fredonia Department of Athletics and Director Joan Disbrow will be offering a 10-week ice skating program for the Fredonia campus and community. Fredonia’s Figure Skating Club will also be involved with the program.
Regional full of opportunity for Blue Devils
For the members of the Fredonia Blue Devil women's cross country team, the 2015 Atlantic Regional this Saturday is a chance to finally make a name for themselves. For members of the men's team, it's a chance to make an even bolder statement than before.
Women's Tennis tops Thiel College in hot home opener
Fredonia won its home opener on a hot Labor Day afternoon on the refurbished Steele Hall Courts. The Blue Devils (1-1) defeated the Thiel Tomcats, 6-3. Sophomore Chloe Cohen was a double-winner, teaming with junior Halee Dickinson at No. 2 doubles and clinching Fredonia's team win with a 6-0, 6-0 victory at No. 4 singles.
Women's Volleyball off to 5-0 start
There was a lot to like about Fredonia women volleyball's weekend sweep during the Cortland Red Dragon Classic. There was solid play at crunch time, a player milestone, and contributions from newcomers. It all added up to a 4-0 weekend and a 5-0 start to the regular season.
Pain from SUNYAC loss fuels '15 ambition
The Blue Devils open up their regular season on Tuesday, Sept. 1 in Meadville, Pa. against Allegheny. The 2015 squad will again be led by the four seniors who've become bedrocks of the team's success: Hokaj, middle blocker Jessica DiChristopher (Cheektowaga, N.Y./ West Seneca East), opposite Paulina Rein (Baldwinsville, N.Y./C.W. Baker), and setter Kelly Edinger (Rochester, N.Y./Greece Athena).
Pair appointed to athletic training staff
Fredonia Director of Athletics Greg Prechtl announced the appointment of two assistant athletic trainers, Erin Lanni and Kelly Wilson. Both women come to Fredonia from major college programs.
McFayden joins Gondek's coaching staff
Kendell McFayden has joined the Fredonia Blue Devil men's soccer coaching staff in time for the start of the 2015 season. A former collegiate standout who has played professionally, McFayden succeeds long-time Blue Devil assistant and former player John Grabowski, who is beginning his first season as head coach of men's soccer at Erie County Community College.
Devils take two to finish 3-1 on the weekend
The Blue Devil women's volleyball team won the final two matches of the Hiram Invitational on Saturday to finish 3-1 on the weekend. Fredonia now stands at 12-2 overall as they prepare to enter SUNYAC pool play in Buffalo next weekend.