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Sophomore infielder Brooke Deppiesse (4) swings at a pitch. The Boston University softball team won the Patriot League and reached the national tournament last season. HUI-EN LIN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Unfinished business for the BU softball team

Eli Cloutier February 9, 2024
Last season, the Boston University softball team won the Patriot League and reached the national tournament, finishing with a 52-10 record, including a stretch of 28 consecutive wins. But after failing to advance out of regionals, losing twice to Virginia Tech, the Terriers walked away wanting more.
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Terriers eliminated in NCAA tournament after inconsistent weekend

Eli Cloutier May 25, 2023
Boston University softball traveled to Athens, Georgia last weekend to compete in the NCAA tournament, where they were ultimately eliminated after playing three games.
Senior defender Maria Guerra will be one of BU's key defensive players entering the team's matchup against Duke. PHOTO BY MADDIE MALHOTRA/ DFP FILE PHOTO

Women’s lacrosse prepares for No. 14 Duke matchup after first season win over Lowell

Kyle Patterson March 2, 2018
After securing a win over the University of Massachusetts Lowell on Feb. 21, the Boston University women’s lacrosse team will head down to North Carolina for a Sunday matchup in Durham against No. 14 Duke University.
Going for Two: Breaking down the College Football Playoff Ranking

Going for Two: Breaking down the College Football Playoff Ranking

David Souza December 6, 2016

The College Football Playoff Selection Committee released its final rankings on Saturday night, placing four teams in the coveted College Football Playoffs with a chance to capture the national title. The...

Junior forward Nick Havener failed to attempt any shots in the season-opener. PHOTO BY MADDIE MALHOTRA/ DFP FILE PHOTO

Men’s basketball seeks first win with tilts vs. Northeastern, Maine this weekend

Michael Joscelyn November 18, 2016

The Boston University men’s basketball team will have two opportunities at home this weekend as part of the Steve Wright Classic to capture its first win of the young season. Both Northeastern...

The Blue Line: Give Lamar Jackson the Heisman now

The Blue Line: Give Lamar Jackson the Heisman now

Mike Benedykciuk September 22, 2016

Louisville University quarterback Lamar Jackson has started this college football season on a truly remarkable run. Through three games, Louisville has climbed from No. 19 in the AP Poll all the way up...

Senior forward Erica Kosienski has been a bright spot for the Terriers thus far. PHOTO BY JUSTIN HAWK/ DFP FILE PHOTO

Women’s soccer falls to 0-8 following scoreless weekend

Shelby Reardon September 11, 2016

The Boston University women’s soccer team is still in search of its first win after a two-game road trip in Virginia this past weekend. The Terriers (0-8) head back home following a 2-0 loss to James...

Women’s soccer seeks first win with tilts vs. James Madison, Virginia Tech

Shelby Reardon September 9, 2016

The Boston University women’s soccer team hopes to earn its first win on the road over the weekend as it travels to Virginia to take on James Madison University and Virginia Tech. The Terriers...

Indirect Kick: How much money is enough for the NCAA?

Indirect Kick: How much money is enough for the NCAA?

Dan Shulman November 17, 2015

ESPN’s coverage of the college basketball opening night marathon, broadcasting 30 straight hours of basketball from across the nation, began Monday night. When I saw the lineup of games, I was excited...

Fish And Chipps: J.T. Barrett should be Ohio State's starting quarterback

Fish And Chipps: J.T. Barrett should be Ohio State’s starting quarterback

Isaac Chipps October 20, 2015

Generally, I'm not fond of making biblical references, but since Ohio State University football is basically a religion, and the Ohio State's quarterback situation is in dire need of a permanent starter,...

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