Franciscan Rugby is No. 1 in the Nation
12/1/11 |
Steubenville, Ohio – The Barons have proven their skills extend beyond what was predicted for 2011. At the end of 2010, Franciscan University’s rugby team was ranked 16th in the nation by the National Small College Rugby Organization. By August, the NSCRO ranked them 10th out of 25. Released today, the NSCRO named the Barons No. 1 in the nation. (More)
Franciscan Rugby is Central Region Champions!
11/13/11 |
MADISON, Wis.— The stakes were high Sunday afternoon as the Franciscan University rugby team took on the University of Wisconsin-Parkside in the National Small College Rugby Organization regional semi-finals. In an unrivaled display of team unity, skill and talent, the Barons walked away victorious, bringing home a 35-5 win. (More)
Barons Advance to the NSCRO Semi-Finals
11/12/11 |
MADISON, Wis.—Day one of the National Small College Rugby Organization regional playoffs was a victory of the Franciscan University Baron rugby team as the Barons defeated the University of St. Thomas 26-12. The Saturday afternoon win at the central regional semi-finals moves Franciscan into the final round tomorrow. (More)
Ruggers Victorious over Duquesne in ARU Finals
11/5/11 |
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio —Shouts of “We’re number one!” echoed across the field as fans cheered the victorious Baron rugby team Saturday afternoon. Franciscan University’s ruggers clinched the Allegheny Rugby Union championship title for a second consecutive year, defeating Duquesne University, 24-5. (More)
Rugby Defeats Grove City to Advance to Finals
10/29/11 |
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio—The Baron rugby team of Franciscan University of Steubenville won its first round of postseason competition Saturday afternoon on a muddy home pitch. The ruggers in green and gold triumphed over their Allegheny Rugby Union competitors, Grove City College, 27-5, in the semi-final match. Despite the cold, wet conditions and the absence of head coach Mark Hanrahan, the Barons played an exceptional game. (More)
October 22, 2011
Baron Rugby Remains Undefeated
PITTSBURGH—Franciscan University's Baron rugby team wrapped up its regular season Saturday afternoon with a resounding 58-17 victory over Allegheny Rugby Union Division II team Robert Morris University. The defeat pushed Robert Morris into giving up more points in the match than they have all season.
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October 15, 2011
Mud Bowl Shutout
JOHNSTOWN, Pa.—The winning streak continues for Franciscan University’s Baron rugby team as they take home another win, shutting out the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown 61-0. The team’s record is now 4-0-1 overall with no sign of the Baron offense or defense slowing down.
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October 9, 2011
It’s a Homecoming in More Ways Than One
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio – From across the Franciscan University of Steubenville campus the cross country team’s cheer of “Ave Maria” was heard. It is the way they start every race.
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October 8, 2011
Barons Winning Streak Continues against Alumni
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio— In the spirit of Homecoming Weekend on campus, fans flocked to see an intense competition and celebrate the proud sport of Franciscan Rugby, past and present as Franciscan University’s Baron rugby team welcomed more than 30 former Franciscan Ruggers on the home pitch in Saturday’s Alumni Match. The final score was 20-12 Barons, who hold a 3-0-1 record overall after beating West Virginia University at the Rugby Ruckus last weekend.
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October 1, 2011
Barons Shutout WVU for 8th Annual D’Anniballe Rugby Ruckus
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio—Franciscan University’s Baron rugby team toppled West Virginia University in a 32-0 shutout this Saturday night in the Eighth Annual Robert D’Anniballe Rugby Ruckus. The team’s defense is proving impenetrable, with tonight’s impressive shutout coming off of last week’s 80-0 shutout against Juniata College. The Barons are on a roll this season, ranked 10th in the nation by the National Small College Rugby Organization with a 3-0-1 record.
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September 30, 2011
Don’t Just Watch: Homecoming Boasts More for Sports Spectators
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio—There’s something for everyone at Franciscan University of Steubenville’s Homecoming Weekend, and this year the sporting events aren’t for spectating only. While the Lady Baron volleyball and tennis teams compete against conference opponents, the Baron ruggers will take on their own alumni.
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September 24, 2011
Rugby Dominates Juniata 80-0
STEUBENVILLE— Franciscan University of Steubenville’s Baron rugby team crushed its conference competition Saturday afternoon with an 80-0 shutout against Juniata College. The Barons carried the momentum from last week’s home pitch victory as they dominated the match from start to finish. Now with a 2-0-1 record, the team is exceeding all expectations for the season.
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September 23, 2011
Let’s Go Barons! Franciscan Takes On WVU for 8th Annual Rugby Ruckus
STEUBENVILLE—It is that time of year again! Fans and spectators, prepare for the eighth annual Robert D’Anniballe Rugby Ruckus to be held on Saturday, Oct. 1, at Harding Stadium. Franciscan University of Steubenville’s Baron rugby ream faces West Virginia University beginning at 7 p.m.
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September 17, 2011
Baron Rugby Wins First Home Match
STEUBENVILLE – Franciscan University of Steubenville’s rugby team played its home opener against Washington and Jefferson College on Saturday, defeating the team 59-5. This win gives the Barons a season record of 1-0-1, having tied their previous match against Fairmount State University.
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September 15, 2011
Baron Rugby Ranked 10th in the Nation
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio—The National Small College Rugby Organization published its pre-season rankings this week, placing Franciscan University’s rugby team in the tenth spot out of 25 teams across the United States. The ranking moves the Barons up three spots from last season.
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September 10, 2011
Baron Ruggers Open Their Season 0-0
FAIRMONT, W.Va.—The Franciscan University of Steubenville Baron rugby team started off its 2011 season this afternoon in a head-to-head contest of strength against the Fairmont State University Falcons resulting in a 0-0 score.
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August 17, 2011
Presenting the Newly Redesigned Baron Von Steubie
Presenting the newly redesigned Baron Von Steubie Athletics logo for Franciscan University of Steubenville. Explore the primary mark, wordmarks and ligatures, and read about the research and inspiration behind it all. Designs by John Hartwell of Hartwell Studios.
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December 29, 2010
Rugby in National Top 20
It was a Christmas surprise by the National Small College Rugby Organization last week, when the organization released its first-ever national rankings of the top 20 men’s collegiate division three teams. Franciscan University of Steubenville’s rugby team placed 13th in the nation.
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