Author: Justin Fitzgerald

Recent University of Maryland graduate looking for a full-time job in sports journalism.
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Michal Cekovsky powers Maryland past Howard, 79-56

It looked like the same old story for Maryland men’s basketball in the first half. The Terps were struggling against the zone defense, missing open three pointers, and trailing against an inferior opponent, this time 22-19, to Howard with 6:56 left. But then Maryland started to take advantage of Michal Cekovsky’s height advantage down low as the junior had five inches on every Howard player … Continue reading Michal Cekovsky powers Maryland past Howard, 79-56

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Maryland men’s basketball comes up short against Pittsburgh, suffers first loss of the season

It was the tale of two halves for the University of Maryland men’s basketball team Tuesday night in their ACC/Big Ten Challenge matchup against the University of Pittsburgh. After trailing by 21 at halftime and as much as 25 early in the second half, the Terps (7-1) comeback attempt came up short in a 73-59 loss to the Panthers (6-1) in front of a crowd … Continue reading Maryland men’s basketball comes up short against Pittsburgh, suffers first loss of the season

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Maryland basketball shocks Georgetown with last-minute comeback

After an epic game in their first meeting in 23 years, Maryland and Georgetown put on another classic Tuesday night, with the Terps coming out on top 76-75. “The last two years have been great games and we’ve been fortunate to come out on top in both games. We beat a great team tonight,” head coach Mark Turgeon said in his post game press conference. … Continue reading Maryland basketball shocks Georgetown with last-minute comeback

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Maryland basketball fans have lower expectations for this year’s team, but also see potential

What a difference a year makes for the University of Maryland men’s basketball team. At this time last year, the team was ranked No. 3 in the preseason AP Poll, and were at the top of ESPN’s preseason power rankings. With Melo Trimble back and the addition of five-star freshman center Diamond Stone, fans and experts alike thought the team had national championship potential. But … Continue reading Maryland basketball fans have lower expectations for this year’s team, but also see potential

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Maryland men’s soccer looking to fix issues, get healthy as they head into the postseason

This year, Maryland men’s soccer had a banner regular season. The Terps went undefeated for the first time since 1968, and have now held the No. 1 ranking since Sept. 20. But since a 2-0 win over Ohio State University on Oct. 7, it hasn’t been smooth sailing. The team has won all of its last six games by one goal, and has had to … Continue reading Maryland men’s soccer looking to fix issues, get healthy as they head into the postseason

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No. 1 Maryland Men’s Soccer Fights Back to Beat Michigan in Double Overtime

Up 2-1 with a minute remaining in the second half, it appeared Michigan would hand Maryland men’s soccer its first loss of the season. But like earlier this year, the Terps would find a way to tie it. Gordon Wild sent the ball in from the left flank and Chris Odoi-Atsem came charging in to finish with his right foot to tie the game. Then … Continue reading No. 1 Maryland Men’s Soccer Fights Back to Beat Michigan in Double Overtime

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Crognale’s 2 goals lead Maryland past Hofstra on Senior Night

The No. 1 University of Maryland Men’s Soccer team (13-0-2) remained undefeated Friday night with a 2-1 win over Hofstra University (8-6-1). It was Senior Night at Ludwig Field on Friday, and senior defender Alex Crognale shined with two goals in the victory. Maryland also honored Cody Albrecht,  Suli Dainkeh, Emmanuel Korvah, Cody Niedermeier, and Chris Odoi-Atsem in a pregame ceremony. “I thought the seniors led … Continue reading Crognale’s 2 goals lead Maryland past Hofstra on Senior Night

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Maryland men’s soccer continues hot start to season

Since being voted the No. 1 team in the country by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America on Sept. 20, the University of Maryland men’s soccer team has continued their impressive start to the season. The Terps are now 10-0-2, and have won all five games since moving into the top spot.  Although head coach Sasho Cirovski has had success before, students are surprised … Continue reading Maryland men’s soccer continues hot start to season

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Running Game Paves Way for Maryland Football’s Early Success

Early in the second quarter on Saturday, Perry Hills handed the ball off to Lorenzo Harrison, who had wide open space in front of him. The freshman running back burst through the hole, not stopping until he made it to the end zone 62 yards later. It was Harrison’s fourth straight game with a touchdown, and he has been part of a running game that … Continue reading Running Game Paves Way for Maryland Football’s Early Success

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Maryland football crushes Purdue, improves to 4-0

University of Maryland football couldn’t have asked for a better start to Big Ten play.  The Terps demolished Purdue, 50-7, to improve to 4-0 and surpass the amount of wins they had last season. “I’m really proud of our guys,” head coach DJ Durkin said. “The most important thing to me was the enthusiasm and the energy that we came out and played with.” On … Continue reading Maryland football crushes Purdue, improves to 4-0

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