Sports
Barons Fight with Blood, Sweat and Tears Against the Golden Tornados
Cece Razo Staff Writer In a close high-tension battle, the Franciscan University women’s volleyball team claimed victory over the Geneva Golden Tornados 3-2 on Oct. 22nd at 7 p.m. The pressure was on during this conference match. Prior to the game, head coach Jen Hickey, shared with the Troubadour the strategy and goals to face Geneva […]
Barons Play Allegheny in a Nail-Biting Championship Game
Art CordovaStaff Writer The Franciscan University of Steubenville women’s tennis team was narrowly defeated by the Allegheny Gators in the PAC championship 4-3 Monday Oct. 21 at 3 p.m. This showdown against the Gators saw the Barons repeat the match-up of the 2022 PAC Championship in Meadville, PA. The bout was no repeat, however, of […]
Second Half Woes lead to Baron Loss
Evan WeberSports Editor The Franciscan women’s soccer team was unable to complete the comeback in a 4-3 loss to the Grove City Wolverines. The match occurred Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 5 p.m. at home. Following an incredible 9-0 victory on Senior Day, the Barons were hoping to continue their excellent play into this game. But […]
Barons Clinch Playoffs in Top-Ranked Duel
Evan WeberSports Editor The Franciscan University men’s soccer team defeated the Grove City Wolverines 3-2 Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 7:30 p.m. Both sides played at a high level, but as the dust settled, the Barons were the ultimate victors. Grove City has always been a thorn in the Barons’ side. Franciscan has not beaten the […]
Barons’ rugby defeat John Carroll
Madeline Dorobiala Staff Writer The Franciscan University’s rugby team defeated John Carroll University 29-19 in their last home game Oct. 12 at 1 p.m. It was overcast with a slight drizzle before the clouds opened to let the sun out. The Barons started off the first half with powerful offensive possession. The Gators then claimed the […]
Barons’ rugby defeat John Carroll
Madeline Dorobiala Staff Writer The Franciscan University’s rugby team defeated John Carroll University 29-19 in their last home game Oct. 12 at 1 p.m. It was overcast with a slight drizzle before the clouds opened to let the sun out. The Barons started off the first half with powerful offensive possession. The Gators then claimed the […]
Barons Make Playoffs in Wild Win
Evan WeberSports Editor The Franciscan women’s tennis team defeated Geneva College 6-1 Monday, Oct. 7 at 5 p.m. at the Belleview Courts. While the score looked like a Baron landslide, every match was well-fought and went down to the wire. With this win, Franciscan clinched a spot in the 2024 PAC Championship Tournament for the […]
Barons lose close game with Chatham
Madeline Dorobiala Staff Writer The Franciscan University women’s volleyball team fell 3-2 against Chatham Cougars Oct. 8 at 7 p.m. The Barons were finally back home after a series of losses at away games. Franciscan has faced the Cougars once this season and won, so they were optimistic about playing them again. The Barons started on […]
Dill Makes History in Shutout Win
Evan Weber Sports Editor The Franciscan women’s soccer team completely shut down the Washington and Jefferson Presidents in a 2-0 victory Wednesday, Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. Senior goalkeeper Rebekka Dill became the all time win leader with 24 wins, earning this tremendous achievement in front of a home crowd at Trinity field. Barons came […]
Barons Shutout Presidents in Dominant Win
Evan Weber Sports Editor The Franciscan Barons secured a commanding 4-0 victory over the Washington & Jefferson Presidents Tuesday, Oct. 1, at 7 p.m. at Trinity Field. The Barons, playing at home, took a commanding lead after a sluggish start, improving their position in the PAC standings. The win brought Franciscan to 7 PAC points, […]