2012-13 Headlines

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Registration Still Open for Men’s Basketball Camp
Registration Still Open for Men’s Basketball Camp

HUNTINGDON, Pa. - The Juniata College men's basketball team still has room in its annual basketball day camp. The comprehensive instructional camp is designed for boys and girls going into grades K-9. Scheduled for July 29 - August 2, the camp runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is suitable for all skill levels.

Juniata Recognizes Big Five at 17th Annual Athletics Awards Night
Juniata Recognizes Big Five at 17th Annual Athletics Awards Night

HUNTINGDON, Pa. - Juniata College Athletics reviewed its year in sports and acknowledged the accomplishments of its student-athletes at the 17th Annual Athletic Awards Night. Held Sunday night on campus, the event also recognized the departments “Big Five”, the top five senior student-athletes who have made incredible contributions not only to their respective sports, but the institution as a whole over the course of their four years.

Former Coach Meditch Inducted into Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame
Former Coach Meditch Inducted into Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame

HUNTINGDON, Pa. – Juniata’s recent success in men’s basketball might lead fans to remember the heydays when Memorial Gymnasium rocked and visiting opponents knew that a trip to the “Pit” was going to be a night to remember. Those who fondly recall those days will be pleased to learn that Carl Meditch, who was one of the architects of that success, was recently honored with one of the most highly cherished decorations in basketball.

2013 ECAC South Champions
2013 ECAC South Champions
MAC-100 All-Century Team Voting Ends Friday
MAC-100 All-Century Team Voting Ends Friday

HUNTINGDON, Pa. – Fan voting for the winter Middle Atlantic Conferences (MAC) all-century teams will end this Friday, March 8 at 11:59 p.m. Juniata fans still have time to help some of their favorites get recognized for their accomplishments, but the window is closing. There are nominees in men and women’s basketball, men and women’s swimming and men’s wrestling.

Juniata Outlasts Albright, 91-80, in Double-Overtime For First ECAC Title
Juniata Outlasts Albright, 91-80, in Double-Overtime For First ECAC Title

READING, Pa. – The Juniata men’s basketball team won its first Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) postseason title after upsetting host No. 1 seed Albright College 91-80 in double-overtime Sunday afternoon. The Eagles recorded the most wins in program history this season finishing 21-9 overall.

Eagles Down DeSales 69-58 to Advance to ECAC South Championship
Eagles Down DeSales 69-58 to Advance to ECAC South Championship

READING, Pa. – The Juniata men’s basketball team defeated DeSales University 69-58 in the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) south region semifinal Saturday afternoon to advance to its first ECAC championship game under head coach Greg Curley. The win secured Juniata’s first 20-win season in program history. The Eagles are now 20-9 overall.

Juniata Tops Medaille 73-58, Advances to ECAC South Semifinal
Juniata Tops Medaille 73-58, Advances to ECAC South Semifinal

HUNTINGDON, Pa. – The Juniata men’s basketball team pulled out a 73-58 win over Medaille College at home Wednesday night in the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) quarterfinals. Four of the Eagles five starters finished in double figure points and accounted for over 80 percent of the team’s total points.

Juniata Pulls Out 84-74 Double OT Thriller in Landmark Semifinals
Juniata Pulls Out 84-74 Double OT Thriller in Landmark Semifinals

SCRANTON, Pa. – Juniata men’s basketball upset No. 2 seed University of Scranton 84-74 Wednesday night in the Landmark Conference tournament semifinals in a double-overtime thriller. Juniata overcame a 10-point deficit with less than four minutes remaining in regulation to earn its first road win over the Royals since head coach Greg Curley took the helm.

Juniata Earns Comeback Win Over Drew, 70-63
Juniata Earns Comeback Win Over Drew, 70-63

HUNTINGDON, Pa. – The Juniata men’s basketball team erased a 10-point deficit in the second half to earn the 70-63 win over Drew University Saturday night in the Kennedy Sports+Recreation Center. Juniata (17-8, 9-5 Landmark) saw three Eagles tie for the game-high of 15 points in their final home game of the regular season.

Juniata Earns Playoff Berth With 74-63 Home Win Over Susquehanna
Juniata Earns Playoff Berth With 74-63 Home Win Over Susquehanna

HUNTINGDON, Pa. – Juniata men’s basketball secured its place in the 2013 Landmark Conference Tournament with a 74-63 win over Susquehanna University Wednesday night at the Kennedy Sports+Recreation Center. Juniata (16-8) is now 8-5 in league play and clinched the No. 3 seed for the tournament.

Scholly Named to Capital One Academic All-District Team
Scholly Named to Capital One Academic All-District Team

HUNTINGDON, Pa. – Junior Brian Scholly (State College, Pa./State College) of the Juniata men’s basketball team was voted to the Capital One Academic All-District First-Team. He is the first Eagle under head coach Greg Curley to earn the honor.

Juniata Pulls Out 60-46 Win Over Goucher, Improves to 15-7 Overall
Juniata Pulls Out 60-46 Win Over Goucher, Improves to 15-7 Overall

HUNTINGDON, Pa. – Juniata men’s basketball topped Goucher College 60-46 at home in the Kennedy Sports+Recreation Center Wednesday night. With nationally ranked Catholic holding the only confirmed ticket to the dance with three games remaining, the Eagles, who are currently tied for second in the Landmark Conference, are battling in a tight race for the final positions and every win is critical.

Junior Brian Scholly Speaks with ESPN Radio
Junior Brian Scholly Speaks with ESPN Radio

HUNTINGDON, Pa. - Junior Brian Scholly of the Juniata men's basketball team sat down for an interview with State College's 1450AM ESPN Radio.

Eagles Cruise to 80-54 Win over Moravian
Eagles Cruise to 80-54 Win over Moravian

HUNTINGDON, Pa. – The Juniata men’s basketball team used a 28-point halftime lead to defeat Moravian College 80-54 Saturday night in the Kennedy Sports+Recreation Center. Juniata (14-7, 6-4 Landmark) held the Greyhounds to just 15 points in the first half, a season-low for the defense.

Juniata extends win streak with 86-70 win at Susquehanna
Juniata extends win streak with 86-70 win at Susquehanna

SELINSGROVE, Pa. – Four Eagles finished in double-figures as the Juniata men’s basketball team defeated Susquehanna University 86-70 on the road. Junior Brian Scholly (State College, Pa./State College) put up a game and career-high 34 points to help lead the Eagles to their fifth straight Landmark Conference victory. Juniata (13-5, 5-2 Landmark) sits in second place in the league halfway through conference play.