UMSL chancellor discusses university’s growth, challenges, Jubilee

Jan 29, 2013

The University of Missouri–St. Louis will kick off its Jubilee, a yearlong celebration of UMSL’s 50th anniversary, with a spectacular evening of entertainment and fun on Feb. 1. UMSL Chancellor Tom George talked about the Jubilee, reflected on the university’s growth over a half century and discussed challenges in higher education last week on “St. Louis on the Air,” a program on St. Louis Public Radio | 90.7 KWMU.

Collegiate Baseball Newspaper ranks UMSL Tritons 30th in preseason poll

Jan 10, 2013

Coming off its best season since 2004, the University of Missouri–St. Louis baseball team is hoping for an encore in 2013. They’re being picked to do just that, according to the NCAA Division II Collegiate Baseball Newspaper’s Preseason Poll that ranked the UMSL Tritons No. 30 nationally.

Women’s basketball player earns GLVC honor

Dec 7, 2012

Hazaria Washington, a junior forward on the University of Missouri–St. Louis women’s basketball team, helped the UMSL Tritons go undefeated last week by averaging 13.5 points, 8 rebounds, 3 steals and 2.5 blocks per game. She was named the Great Lakes Valley Conference Women’s Basketball Player of the Week for her efforts.

UMSL Tritons weekly roundup for Nov. 27-Dec. 3

Dec 4, 2012

The Department of Athletics at the University of Missouri–St. Louis compiles a weekly news roundup about the UMSL Tritons. Click the headings below for more information.

Basketball player’s quiet demeanor belies her competitive play

Dec 2, 2012

On the surface, Hazaria Washington is soft spoken and has a quiet demeanor. But get her on the basketball court, and...

UMSL Tritons weekly roundup for Nov. 20-26

Nov 27, 2012

The Department of Athletics at the University of Missouri–St. Louis compiles a weekly news roundup about the UMSL...

UMSL Tritons weekly roundup for Nov. 13-19

Nov 20, 2012

Each week, the Department of Athletics at the University of Missouri–St. Louis compiles a roundup of how the UMSL...

Men’s basketball player opens season with GLVC honors

Nov 14, 2012

Charlie Woods, a forward on the University of Missouri–St. Louis men’s basketball team, helped the UMSL Tritons to a pair of regional victories to open the 2012-13 season. In doing so, he was recognized by the Great Lakes Valley Conference as its Men’s Basketball Player of the Week.

UMSL Tritons weekly roundup for Nov. 6-12

Nov 13, 2012

Each week, the Department of Athletics at the University of Missouri–St. Louis compiles a roundup of how the various UMSL Tritons teams have fared. Click on the headings below for an up-to-date look at each Tritons team.

Men’s golfer named GLVC best for October

Nov 12, 2012

University of Missouri–St. Louis junior Joe Atkisson competed in three events in October, averaging 74.4 over eight rounds en route to being named the Great Lake Valley Conference Men’s Golf Player of the Month. Atkisson was selected by a vote from the league’s men’s golf coaches. He’s only the second ever UMSL Tritons men’s golfer to earn the distinction.

2012-13 men’s basketball preview

Nov 8, 2012

Coming off the most successful season in over a decade, the University of Missouri–St. Louis men’s basketball team will open the 2012-13 campaign this weekend with high hopes of another strong season.

2012-13 women’s basketball preview

Nov 7, 2012

It’s a new era in UMSL women’s basketball as first-year head coach Katie Vaughn takes the reins of the program. “Things have been going well and I am enjoying it,” said Vaughn. “Everyone is upbeat and positive about what we want to get done here. The girls are working hard and are doing what I am asking of them. We just need to keep taking strides in the right direction.”

UMSL Tritons weekly roundup for Oct. 30-Nov. 5

Nov 6, 2012

Each week, the Department of Athletics at the University of Missouri–St. Louis compiles a roundup of how the various UMSL Tritons teams have fared. Click on the headings below for an up-to-date look at each Tritons team.

Men’s soccer duo earns All-GLVC honors

Nov 5, 2012

The University of Missouri–St. Louis men’s soccer team wrapped a successful season Sunday, ending with a last-minute defeat in the Great Lakes Valley Conference championship game. Two days earlier, the GLVC honored two UMSL Tritons players for their contributions over the course of the season. Senior goalkeeper Patrick Ream and sophomore back Tony Auck were named to the All-Great Lakes Valley Conference Third Team.

Pair of goals in season finale leads women’s soccer player to GLVC honors

Nov 4, 2012

Liz Drennan, sophomore forward on the University of Missouri–St. Louis women’s soccer team, ended her season on a high note. She scored both goals in the UMSL Tritons’ 2-1 overtime victory over Maryville University (Town and Country, Mo.) in the team’s Oct. 24 season finale. Drennan netted the game-winner just 38 seconds into the extra period.

UMSL Tritons weekly roundup for Oct. 23-29

Oct 30, 2012

Each week, the Department of Athletics at the University of Missouri–St. Louis compiles a roundup of how the various UMSL Tritons teams have fared. Click on the headings below for an up-to-date look at each Tritons team.

UMSL Tritons weekly roundup for Oct. 16-22

Oct 23, 2012

Each week, the Department of Athletics at the University of Missouri–St. Louis compiles a roundup of how the various UMSL Tritons teams have fared. Click on the headings below for an up-to-date look at each Tritons team.

Golf tournament raises funds for Athletics

Oct 11, 2012

University of Missouri–St. Louis alumnus David Archibald (BSBA 2005), Matt Hellebusch and Kelsey Cline won the third annual UMSL Tritons Golf Tournament. But the biggest winner was the Department of Athletics at UMSL. Proceeds from the event went toward the department’s 11 sports programs.

UMSL Tritons weekly roundup for Oct. 2-8

Oct 9, 2012

Each week, the Department of Athletics at the University of Missouri–St. Louis compiles a roundup of how the various UMSL Tritons teams have fared. Click on the headings below for an up-to-date look at each Tritons team.

Fun, food, sports highlight UMSL’s 2012 Homecoming

Oct 2, 2012

Bands in the quad, movies on the lawn, a shopping cart parade, tailgating, men’s and women’s soccer, a king and queen, dinner and dancing at the Chase Park Plaza Hotel in St. Louis.

UMSL Tritons weekly roundup for Sept. 25-Oct. 1

Oct 2, 2012

Each week, the Department of Athletics at the University of Missouri–St. Louis compiles a roundup of how the various UMSL Tritons teams have fared. Click on the headings below for an up-to-date look at each Tritons team.

Coach makes UMSL Tritons stronger, faster, better

Sep 30, 2012

University of Missouri–St. Louis student-athletes no longer have an excuse for not being stronger, faster or in better shape than their opponents. With Josh McMillian in place as the school’s first-ever strength and conditioning coach and a brand new state-of-the-art weight facility, the resources are plentiful.

Goalkeeper’s shutout streak leads to GLVC honors

Sep 27, 2012

Patrick Ream, a senior goalkeeper for the University of Missouri–St. Louis men’s soccer team, held opponents scoreless over 188 minutes and 42 seconds of play last week. The two shutouts also ran his streak to four consecutive games and led to him being named the Great Lakes Valley Conference Men’s Soccer Player of the Week. He is only the second men’s soccer player to earn the distinction.

UMSL Tritons weekly roundup for Sept. 18-24

Sep 25, 2012

Each week, the Department of Athletics at the University of Missouri–St. Louis compiles a roundup of how the various UMSL Tritons teams have fared. Click on the headings below for an up-to-date look at each Tritons team.

UMSL Tritons weekly roundup for Sept. 11-17

Sep 18, 2012

Each week, the Department of Athletics at the University of Missouri–St. Louis compiles a roundup of how the various UMSL Tritons teams have fared. Click on the headings below for an up-to-date look at each Tritons team.

2012-13 women’s tennis preview

Sep 16, 2012

The University of Missouri–St. Louis women’s tennis team opened the fall portion of its schedule Friday with the weekendlong Lynn Imergoot Invitational, hosted by Washington University in St. Louis. Under the direction of 11th year head coach Rick Gyllenborg, the UMSL Tritons returned three players from last year’s squad, which finished with a 9-7 overall record.

2012-13 women’s golf preview

Sep 14, 2012

The University of Missouri–St. Louis women’s golf team has concluded each of the last three seasons in the NCAA East Regional, making the program one of the school’s most decorated in recent years. The UMSL Tritons began their trek toward a fourth straight NCAA tournament berth earlier this week with a ninth-place finish at the Smoky Mountain Intercollegiate, hosted by Carson-Newman College in Sevleirville, Tenn.

Express Scripts helps energize campus

Sep 13, 2012

Thanks to Express Scripts, the University of Missouri–St. Louis’ carbon footprint just got smaller. With funding from the company, UMSL has completed its first solar panel installation to generate electricity. The roof of UMSL’s Mark Twain Athletic & Fitness Center, just across the street from Express Scripts headquarters, features a 25-kilowatt solar photovoltaic system that converts sunlight into electricity.

2012-13 men’s golf preview

Sep 13, 2012

The 2012 University of Missouri–St. Louis men’s golf season teed off on Sept. 9 with a win over Maryville University (Town and Country, Mo.) to retain the Arch Cup. UMSL returned four players from last year’s squad and will once again be under the direction Troy Halterman, in his fourth year as the program’s head coach.

2012-13 men’s tennis preview

Sep 12, 2012

Under the direction of 17th-year head coach Rick Gyllenborg, the University of Missouri–St. Louis Tritons have returned five players from last year’s men’s tennis team, which finished with a 10-8 overall record.

UMSL Tritons weekly roundup for Sept. 4-Sept. 10

Sep 11, 2012

Each week, the Department of Athletics at the University of Missouri–St. Louis compiles a roundup of how the various UMSL Tritons teams have fared. Click on the headings below for an up-to-date look at each Tritons team.

UMSL Tritons weekly roundup for Aug. 28-Sept. 3

Sep 4, 2012

Each week, the Department of Athletics at the University of Missouri–St. Louis compiles a roundup of how the various UMSL Tritons teams have fared. Click on the headings below for an up-to-date look at each Tritons team.

2012 women’s soccer preview

Aug 30, 2012

There is no doubt about it. The 2012 University of Missouri–St. Louis women’s soccer team is young. With just two seniors on the roster, the majority of the team is composed of underclassmen, including 11 freshmen.

2012 men’s soccer season preview

Aug 29, 2012

The 2012 edition of the University of Missouri St. Louis men’s soccer team will include some old faces and plenty of new ones as well. Head coach Dan King, who enters his 12th season, returns 17 players from last year’s 8-5-4 team, including five starters. Additionally, he welcomes 11 newcomers, including seven true freshmen.

2012 volleyball season preview

Aug 28, 2012

The University of Missouri–St. Louis volleyball team will welcome five newcomers to a squad that returns seven players from last year’s team. The UMSL Tritons are coming off a 19-9 record in 2011, including a 13-5 Great Lakes Valley Conference mark, and are looking for another strong season.

Golf tournament to raise funds for Athletics

Aug 22, 2012

The Department of Athletics at the University of Missouri–St. Louis comprises 11 successful sports programs. And to help ensure the programs continue to flourish, the department will hold its third annual Tritons Golf Tournament Sept. 21 at Norwood Hills Country Club in Jennings, Mo. The fun-filled day of golf and socializing with friends and alumni will support UMSL athletics with all proceeds going toward the department’s 11 sports programs.

Time to try out new workout equipment

Aug 21, 2012

No more excuses! The new workout equipment has arrived! Construction of the renovated fitness center at the University of Missouri–St. Louis in the Mark Twain Athletic and Fitness Center is complete. The campus community is invited to an open house of the center from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 27.

Assistant director of athletics experiences Olympics firsthand in London

Aug 13, 2012

When it comes to answering the question “What did you do on your summer vacation?”, Jessie Chandler might have the best answer. While millions across the world watched the 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London from the comfort of their couches, Chandler, the assistant director of athletics-compliance at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, was experiencing the spectacle firsthand.

56 student-athletes make Academic All-GLVC Team

Jun 21, 2012

Fifty-six University of Missouri–St. Louis student-athletes showed success both on the field and in the classroom. They were named to the Academic All-Great Lakes Valley Conference team.

Golfer earns Midwest All-Region, team honors

Jun 17, 2012

Sophomore Joe Atkisson led the University of Missouri–St. Louis men’s golf team with a scoring average of 75.88 this season, while earning a bid to the NCAA Midwest/South Central Regional. His excellent season has led to him being named to the NCAA Division II PING Midwest All-Region team.

Centerfielder earns Midwest Region Gold Glove

May 30, 2012

Junior centerfielder Lucas Matecki of the University of Missouri–St. Louis is one of the best outfield defenders in the Midwest, according to the American Baseball Coaches Association. He was selected to the ABCA Midwest Region Gold Glove Team for his near spotless play in the field.

Baseball player racks up all-region honors

May 29, 2012

Charlie Mohr, a junior utility player on the University of Missouri–St. Louis baseball team, spent his season posting high numbers in most offensive categories. He’s spending the off-season collecting accolades for his work on the field.

Softball duo earns All-Region honors

May 23, 2012

A pair of freshmen made quite a first impression this season with the start of their college softball playing careers at the University of Missouri–St. Louis.

Baseball lands 5 on All-GLVC teams

May 22, 2012

The University of Missouri–St. Louis baseball team had five players earn all-Great Lakes Valley Conference honors, including a pair of first team nods to senior starting pitcher Jeremy Butler and junior outfielder John Pilackas. Junior third baseman Trevor Nathanson, junior utility player Charlie Mohr and junior designated hitter Taylor Holman were all named to the league’s second team.

GLVC honors men’s golfer

May 16, 2012

Sophomore Joe Atkisson of the University of Missouri-St. Louis men’s golf team was one of only five players selected by vote to the 2012 All-Great Lakes Valley Conference team. The players were voted on by the league’s 14 head coaches.

Baseball, women’s basketball players named Athletes of Year

May 14, 2012

The University of Missouri–St. Louis recently honored 45 graduating seniors, led by baseball player Jeremy Butler and women’s basketball player Caitlyn Moody who were named Senior Student-Athletes of the Year. The seniors were recognized May 3 at the Third Annual Senior Student-Athlete Banquet at the Hilton St. Louis Airport hotel in Woodson Terrace, Mo.

Baseball duo earns player, pitcher of week honors

May 11, 2012

A pair of University of Missouri–St. Louis baseball players helped the team sweep the final round of Great Lake Valley Conference baseball Player of the Week Awards. Junior second baseman Charlie Mohr was named GLVC baseball Player of the Week and senior pitcher Austin Schuler was named GLVC Pitcher of the Week.

Shooting for greatness: UMSL Tritons capture first-ever GLVC tourney win

May 9, 2012

The end came swiftly. Swish! The University of Missouri–St. Louis Tritons men’s basketball team closed its most successful season in 21 years with a 72-70 loss at the hands of Northern Kentucky University (Highland Heights).

UMSL Tritons weekly roundup for May 1-7

May 8, 2012

Each week, the Department of Athletics at the University of Missouri–St. Louis compiles a roundup of how the various UMSL Tritons teams have fared. Click on the headings below for an up-to-date look at each Tritons team.

GLVC honors 4 softball players

May 3, 2012

One-third of the players selected to the 2012 All-Great Lakes Valley Conference West Division first team wore University of Missouri–St. Louis Tritons red and gold. Freshman first baseman Brianna Butler and junior designated player Leslie Davis led the way as unanimous selections, while freshman catcher Madison Zbarashuk and senior outfielder Erin Driskell also made the team.