It seemed as though Boston College women’s basketball never stood a chance on Thursday night. BC (4–14, 0–5 Atlantic Coast) fell to ACC opponent Notre Dame (11–4, 3–2) 94–60 marking the Eagles’ tenth consecutive loss. BC’s win drought has persisted since late November when it earned a victory over Merrimack. The loss continued a lopsided history between the two programs, as … [Read more...] about BC Loses to Notre Dame 94–60 in Tenth Straight Loss
Colleges
BC Falls to NC State 79–71, Remains Winless in Conference Play
Boston College men’s basketball had its best shooting game of the year on Tuesday night, making nine of its 18 threes and posting 51 percent shooting from the field. Guard Fred Payne scored a season-high 24 points. The Eagles held NC State to three fast-break points. They shot and made 10 more free throws than the Wolfpack, too. Still, BC (7–8, 0–2 Atlantic Coast) fell short … [Read more...] about BC Falls to NC State 79–71, Remains Winless in Conference Play
BC Shut Out 3–0 by Colgate at Home as Biederman Records Hat Trick
Just 14 seconds into Boston College women’s hockey’s game against Colgate, Casey Borgiel was called for roughing, and the Eagles went on the power play. But that opportunity—just like every other one BC was faced with over the course of the game—ended with the Eagles scoreless. BC (9–10–1) ultimately fell to Colgate (10–10–1) 3–0 at home on Saturday afternoon, marking the … [Read more...] about BC Shut Out 3–0 by Colgate at Home as Biederman Records Hat Trick
BC Blows 14-Point Fourth Quarter Lead, Falls to Pitt 64–61
It has been 40 days since a Boston College women’s basketball win. The Eagles led by as much as 14 in the fourth quarter against Pittsburgh. Yet, the Panthers executed a 20–0 fourth-quarter run to retake the lead and win the game. Theresa Hagans Jr. led Pitt’s run with 14 points. Hagans Jr. scored 17 of her total 24 points in the fourth quarter. Pitt (8–9, 1–3 Atlantic … [Read more...] about BC Blows 14-Point Fourth Quarter Lead, Falls to Pitt 64–61
Marc Laredo Sworn in as Newton’s 32nd Mayor, Pledges Unity and Renewal
On Thursday, Newton residents and city officials kicked off a new year as they swore in Newton’s 32nd mayor, Marc Laredo, 24 council members, and eight members of the school committee. Six new school committee members were sworn in, as well as seven new city council members, at the ceremony. Rabbi Michelle Robinson from Temple Emanuel in Newton led the invocation, thanking … [Read more...] about Marc Laredo Sworn in as Newton’s 32nd Mayor, Pledges Unity and Renewal
BC’s Late-Game Shooting Struggles Lead to 65–53 Loss to Georgia Tech in ACC Opener
Georgia Tech lost at No. 6 Duke by just six points on New Year’s Eve. Four days later, it was struggling to maintain a lead over a Boston College men’s basketball team that sits at the bottom of the ACC. BC (7–7, 0–1 Atlantic Coast) went nearly five minutes without scoring a field goal in the second half, but still trailed by just two points. Donald Hand Jr. hit a 3-pointer to … [Read more...] about BC’s Late-Game Shooting Struggles Lead to 65–53 Loss to Georgia Tech in ACC Opener
Duke Downs BC 100–49 in Eagles’ Second Straight 51-Point Loss
It might be the start of a new year, but Thursday’s game was a case of déjà vu for Boston College women’s basketball. For the second straight game, the Eagles (4–12, 0–3 Atlantic Coast) suffered a 51-point loss at the hands of a school on Tobacco Road as Duke (8–6, 3–0) defeated BC 100–49. Jocelyne Grier led the Eagles with 13 points and Lily Carmody added 10. BC’s lack of … [Read more...] about Duke Downs BC 100–49 in Eagles’ Second Straight 51-Point Loss
Letourneau’s Rise, Vote’s Late Surge Lift No. 12 BC Past Lake Superior State
Bust. Fourth-liner. Failed prospect. First-round mistake. These were titles Dean Letourneau was all too familiar with at the end of his first year with Boston College men’s hockey, fresh off a season during which he put up zero goals and three assists. But things have changed quicker than the water freezing over on Chestnut Hill Reservoir for the 19-year-old. On Monday night, … [Read more...] about Letourneau’s Rise, Vote’s Late Surge Lift No. 12 BC Past Lake Superior State
Vergura: Perreault Takes On the Pros
Gabe Perreault definitely looks like a Ranger. But does that necessarily mean he looks like an NHL player these days? The jury is still out. In his first full season in the professional league, Perreault has been on the receiving end of a significant amount of speculation from Rangers faithful. Is he the missing link the team needs offensively, or yet another scrawny ice … [Read more...] about Vergura: Perreault Takes On the Pros