Rams sweep Spiders
Andy Riddler, Contributing Writer Women’s Basketball completed its season sweep of Richmond as redshirt-freshman guard Madison Hattix-Covington led the way for the Rams with a career-high 13 points, propelling the Rams to a 58-37 victory Saturday. “Defenses underestimate her ability to hang in the air, so those and-ones — her teammates know where those are coming […]
Hattix-Covington’s ‘Smooth Recovery’ Leads To Playing Time
Ben Malakoff, Contributing Writer Many Women’s Basketball fans looked forward to seeing redshirt-freshman guard Madison Hattix-Covington play for the Rams last season after she was ranked one of the top-40 guards in the nation out of high school. But a foot injury quickly ended last season’s hopes — she redshirted the year. Hattix-Covington watched a disappointing […]
Rams down Hawks in Philly
Adam Cheek, Staff Writer Women’s Basketball extended its win streak to three after a Feb. 3 victory over Saint Joseph’s, winning by 18 points in a 65-47 road blowout. The Black and Gold shot 22 of 53 from the field and 33.3 percent from 3-point range, continuing a run of victories with significant margins. The Rams […]
Reed’s playing status up in the air
Noah Fleischman, Sports Editor Sophomore guard Tera Reed is a game-time decision tonight against Massachusetts. Reed missed Jan. 27’s win over Saint Louis due to an injury. This was the first game this season that Reed missed after starting the first 19. “She is one of our best defenders,” coach Beth O’Boyle said. “She uses her […]
Rams bounce back, down Billikens
Noah Fleischman, Sports Editor Women’s Basketball defeated Saint Louis Sunday afternoon 57-47 as sophomore forwards Danielle Hammond and Sydnei Archie combined for 22 points. “What a tremendous win, I think Saint Louis is a very good team,” coach Beth O’Boyle said. “We knew that we were going to have to play well for all 40 minutes […]
With one of the best defenses in the nation, Women’s Basketball creates “chaos”
Ben Malakoff, Contributing Writer Strong defense has carried Women’s Basketball to many wins, but it’s not the same as the Men’s HAVOC. The women are creating “chaos” on the court for this season’s opponents. The Men’s defensive style is now known by its nickname, HAVOC, and an equivalent hasn’t been widely-bestowed to the women. But the […]
Rams strong second half leads to victory over cross-town rival Richmond
Ben Malakoff, Contributing Writer Women’s Basketball dominated the second half to beat cross-town rival Richmond 68-43 at the Robins Center Saturday. Sophomore guard Tera Reed and junior center Danielle Hammond led the Rams in points with 19 and 13, respectively. Richmond never led in the contest. The Rams started the game on an 11-0 run, holding […]
Rams pick up final commit for next season
Noah Fleischman, Sports Editor Coach Mike Rhoades and the Men’s Basketball coaching staff picked up their final recruit, guard Tre Jones, Sunday evening. “I’m thankful & grateful to god for giving me the talent, strength & guidance where I have decided to commit to VCU,” Clark wrote in a tweet. “This is a very special moment […]
Lucky No. 13: Men’s Basketball wins 13th consecutive season-opener
Noah Fleischman Staff Writer Men’s Basketball ran through Gardner-Webb in the season opener at the Siegel Center 69-57 Tuesday night, led by redshirt-junior forward Isaac Vann’s 16 points. The win marked VCU’s 13th straight home opening victory. Sophomore forward Marcus Santos-Silva brought fans to their feet early as he blocked a Runnin’ Bulldogs shot less […]
Field Hockey season ends at Atlantic 10 Championship
Andy Riddler Contributing Writer Field Hockey defeated UMass 3-2 on its way to the program’s first Atlantic-10 Championship final, but ultimately fell short of the title in a 1-0 defeat at the hands of No. 10 Saint Joseph’s. Saint Joseph’s Senior forward Emily McNamara led the Rams with two shots on goal in the final […]