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SIU makes history after taking home two MVC championships

By Symone Woolridge November 4, 2013

After long practices and intense workouts, the Saluki cross-country teams have shown that hard work pays off.Both men and women of the SIU cross-country teams were declared Missouri Valley Conference Champions...

Salukis leave crick in Leathernecks

By Terrance Peacock November 4, 2013

The SIU football team won its third straight conference road game to stay in the playoff hunt, thanks to a breakout performance by redshirt quarterback Ryan West.West finished with 147 passing yards, two...

Sambursky remains humble after great achievements

Sambursky remains humble after great achievements

By Symone Woolridge October 31, 2013

Alumnus Joel Sambursky has gone from football field to boardroom during his time in Carbondale.Sambursky, 31, is a big name in SIU football, holding the school record in most passing yards and most rushing...

O-line thrives despite injuries

By Terrance Peacock October 31, 2013

An offensive line’s job is not to be in the spotlight.A great offensive lineman steps his size 13 cleats into the trenches and has two jobs to do — keep his quarterback on his feet and open up running...

Media day kicks off MVC basketball

Media day kicks off MVC basketball

By Tyler Dixon October 31, 2013

Missouri Valley Conference media day is the unofficial start to the basketball season, and all eyes are on the Wichita State Shockers, who made a trip to last season’s final four in Atlanta.There are...

Water polo keeps afloat after rough fall

By Aaron Graff October 30, 2013

Unlike several club sports, SIU Water Polo competes at a conference level, and this year the Salukis are the only team representing the Missouri Valley Conference.Water polo is a sport that combines handball...

Salukis need players to step up beside West

Salukis need players to step up beside West

By Terrance Peacock October 30, 2013

Throw him to the wolves.This was coach Dale Lennon's response to how he would prepare redshirt freshman quarterback Ryan West for the possibility of the teams' excessive pressure based on his lack of experience."That's...

Salukis finish fall season with close win

Salukis finish fall season with close win

By Tyler Dixon October 29, 2013

After a slow start, the women’s golf team ended the fall season winning two of its last three tournaments and hopes to keep the momentum going through the offseason.The Salukis turned their season around...

Outnumbered Salukis salvage weekend tournament

By Symone Woolridge October 29, 2013

 A pittance of three, which included two of the youngest Salukis, packed for out-of-state travel as they concluded their fall season during the weekend.The team included the members who did not travel...

Coach to chair open water safety committee

Coach to chair open water safety committee

By Aaron Graff October 29, 2013

There are several swimming committees across the nation, and it is the chairman's job to lead every committee into keeping the sport as safe as possible going forward.Saluki Swimming Coach Rick Walker...

Braves end Salukis’ winning streak

By Tyler Dixon October 28, 2013

The exciting ride the SIU volleyball team had been on the past few weeks was cut short with a loss to Bradley University Saturday.The Salukis were on a four-gamewinning streak going into Friday’s match...

Salukis fight against first game nerves

Salukis fight against first game nerves

By Symone Woolridge October 28, 2013

he SIU women’s basketball team began its season with an exhibition game against Division II Maryville University, which proved to be a constant battle until the very end.With a new coaching staff and...

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