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Nerlens Noel spurns Hoyas

Still, a game-changing shot blocker in the middle would have been a recruiting coup for the Hoyas. But the Hoyas will retain their newfound defensive vigor, led by Porter and Whittington – not a bad consolation prize.

By April 12, 2012

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Double Teamed: Hollis loss to pros expected

This column was supposed to be about which athlete owns the nickname “The Shark” (obviously, it’s former Ohio State basketball walk-on Mark Titus), but then Hollis Thompson declared for the NBA Draft on Tuesday, moving HoyaTalk to DEFCON 1 and officially kicking off the traditional early spring hand-wringing over the state of Georgetown’s roster.

By March 28, 2012

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San Jose defies convention, push for playoffs

A year ago, the San Jose Sharks were riding high into the playoffs, clinching the Pacific Division for the sixth time and surfing a tidal wave of success into the Stanley Cup Playoffs. But after rolling through Los Angeles and eking out a seventh-game victory against Detroit, the Sharks went on to lose in the semifinals to Vancouver, ending another run for the highly touted Shark squad.

By March 28, 2012

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AFL dominated by Sharks

The Jacksonville Sharks are back to start the 25th season of Arena Football. Although they were only founded in 2010, the Sharks have risen to the spotlight quickly after winning last year’s AFL Championship. The menacing red and black look not only to win their third division championship in a row, but to once again capture the Arena Bowl title.

By March 28, 2012

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SBL playoffs set after O’Connor’s game-winner

Down two points with a second consecutive berth to the Shark Basketball League playoffs on the line, North Indian Ocean Angel Sharks forward Carl O’Connor didn’t have time to think. He just knocked the ball toward the hoop with his broad pectoral fin, like he’d done in practice time and again. Swish.

By March 28, 2012

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Georgetown falls to Loyola, ends winning streak

Until now, the Hoyas have ably maneuvered through the first half of their schedule. The bulk of the Big East schedule still remains, but the upcoming battle against the Blue Devils will determine if the season will be one for the memories.

By March 22, 2012

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Sports Sermon: Hoyas, meet D’Vauntes Smith-Rivera

“He’s better than advertised, and most kids that come out of high school are not,” Smith said. “D’Vauntes, he doesn’t really have any weaknesses.”

By March 22, 2012

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Hoyas follow UNC win with Penn victory

The Hoyas went out and upset the Quakers, 11-9, in Philadelphia. Junior Sophia Thomas scored six goals and freshman Caroline Tarzian chipped in one goal to go with three assists.

By March 22, 2012

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Double Teamed: Goodell sets NFL standard

Justice has been served, and while Saints fans might not be happy, this is an important step toward making the NFL a more safe and honorable league.

By March 22, 2012

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Hoyas falter, seniors bow out

A year after putting Georgetown on the national radar with a near upset against Connecticut in the NCAA Tournament, the Georgetown women’s basketball team failed to advance to the Sweet Sixteen. The Hoyas, a five-seed, were undone in the Round of 32 by Georgia Tech, 76-64.

By March 22, 2012

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Hoyas comeback bid falls short against North Carolina State

Georgetown finally broke out of their NCAA Tournament slump on Friday, but that win was only a mild reprieve from the Hoyas’ postseason woes. Poor shooting and foul trouble doomed the Hoyas on Sunday, who lost to a double-digit seed for the third year in a row.

By March 18, 2012

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Clark leads Hoyas to first NCAA Tournament victory since 2008

It took four years, but Georgetown is once again advancing in the NCAA Tournament. Jason Clark ensured that he wouldn't graduate without an NCAA victory, scoring 21 points to lead the Hoyas to a 74-59 victory over Belmont.

By March 16, 2012

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Sports Sermon: In ‘Melo we trust

Label me optimistic, but I think Melo and company will ultimately provide more good times than bad.

By March 15, 2012

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Fresh start for Hoyas against Fresno State

The Georgetown’s women’s basketball team (22-8) will play the Fresno State Bulldogs on Sunday afternoon in Chapel Hill in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Going into the game, the team is focusing all its energy on taking the tournament title.

By March 15, 2012

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Emily Infeld shines at Nationals

“I am still very shocked and excited,” Infeld said. “I have strived to win for a long time and am…excited that my training paid off, but I am more so excited that I was able to work on the mistakes of my race [from Friday’s race].”

By March 15, 2012

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Double Teamed: Parity for Hoyas in NCAAs

After Ohio and VCU, I’m well aware that Belmont could win. They could, but they shouldn’t, because Georgetown is very good at stopping teams from doing the things Belmont is good at. It’s not as reassuring as predicting a win, but at least I can take solace in that.

By March 15, 2012

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Georgetown begin dance with clash against Belmont

After a tremendous regular season in which the Georgetown men’s basketball team exceeded every fan’s and analyst’s wildest expectations, the third-seeded Hoyas will take on 14-seed Belmont in the second round of the Midwest Regional in Columbus, Ohio on Friday afternoon.

By March 15, 2012

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Lacrosse beats Delaware in opener

Yesterday afternoon, after an early two-goal deficit, the Georgetown women’s lacrosse team surged past the Delaware Blue Hens to a decisive 16-7 victory.

By March 1, 2012

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Sports Sermon: The transformation of Henry Sims

With a turnaround for the ages, Sims didn’t just deter a few doubters. Rather, he completely flipped the script for two legacies—his own, and that of the 2012 Hoyas.

By March 1, 2012

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Baseball hopes to continue hot start in Florida

With winning records in each of the first two series of the season, the Georgetown baseball team has jumped out to a 6-2 start, including a stretch of five consecutive wins.

By March 1, 2012