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By Jim Mooney

Late UConn goal sinks Rutgers

Home-field advantage in playoffs remains at stake

Seniors provide example to close out RU tenures

Knights post several top-five finishes at Invite

For the Rutgers swimming and diving team, its first meet provided a positive start to the season. The Scarlet Knights impressed at the two-day Sonny Werblin Invitational, which began Friday. “Normally it’s pretty hard to get into the groove in the first meet of the season, but as a whole the team did pretty well,” said senior swimmer Mary Moser. Saturday featured a solid performance from Rutgers as the team completed several top-five finishes.Oct 21 2013

RU returns to pool with experience

After a season when the Rutgers swimming and diving made some history, the team now faces high expectations in its 2013-2014 campaign. The Scarlet Knights return 14 letterwinners from last season, including the entire 400-meter medley relay team. That unit consists of sophomore Joanna Wu, junior Greta Leberfinger and seniors Brittany Guinee and Mary Moser.Oct 18 2013

Knights face No. 21 team without star forward

Defender adds depth after recovery

Depth changes without Filigno

Knights use quick goal to down SMU

Junior’s second-half goal lands Knights AAC win

Knights stress rest with tourney play looming

Knights stifle Tigers’ late comeback push for win

Rutgers hopes to respond again following loss

Filigno gives leadership to young roster

With a wealth of experience, senior forward Jonelle Filigno can teach quite a bit to the younger members of the Rutgers women’s soccer team. Filigno has been one of the Scarlet Knights’ leaders as they continue to mesh a combination of youth and experience.Oct 2 2013

Filigno nets record in weekend split

Knights take win streak into AAC play

Defense propels Rutgers with AAC play looming

Junior’s game-winning goal erases early deficit

Knights host Wildcats in weekend clash

New game plan prioritizes up-tempo ball movement

Junior’s big weekend lands her awards

RU dominates pair of home matchups

In-state rival highlights weekend matchups

Invitational gives RU benchmark for season

Knights exit Nike Invitational without victory

Visit features tourney rematch

Individual awards reflect season goals

Attackers show promise after losing campaign

Despite its’ losing record this season, things are looking up for next year’s Rutgers men’s lacrosse team. The Scarlet Knights (2-13, 0-6) will lose just one starter to graduation, along with the six players not returning to the roster. May 3 2013

Rookies emerge during lost season

The Rutgers men’s lacrosse team may not have had the strongest season, but its record does not reflect its play on the field. The Scarlet Knights (2-13, 0-6) remained competitive all season, especially against some of the top-10 opponents it faced. May 2 2013

Goalkeeper holds chance for conference award

With the Rutgers men’s lacrosse team’s season now complete, the team has a chance to reflect on the last few months. The Big East will announce its award winners and the All-Big East teams tomorrow before this weekend’s Big East Tournament. Apr 30 2013

RU drops Senior Day game for 12th straight loss

The Rutgers men’s lacrosse team dropped its final game of the season Saturday to Georgetown, 15-7. The loss was the team’s 12th consecutive, as the Scarlet Knights finished winless in conference play. It was also their 16th consecutive loss to Georgetown (6-8, 3-3). Apr 29 2013

Knights to end season versus Hoyas

The Rutgers men’s lacrosse team enters its final game of the regular season tomorrow against Georgetown. The Scarlet Knights will honor seven seniors in a pregame ceremony for Senior Day. The Knights have struggled most of the year, but have an interesting opportunity against the Hoyas. Apr 26 2013

Seniors want success in final contest

As the Rutgers men’s lacrosse team enters its final home game of the season, it will look to win for its senior class. Senior Night will be the last time seven Scarlet Knights take the field for Rutgers. All seven will be honored before the game at Yurcak Field for their hard work and dedication they have put in over the last four or five seasons. Apr 25 2013

Coaching uncertainty remains

The Rutgers men’s lacrosse team was shaken by the announcement Friday of head coach Brian Brecht’s suspension pending investigation by the Rutgers University Police Department. The suspension stemmed from University President Robert L. Barchi’s personal review of practice footage from all of the University’s programs following the Mice Rice incident a few weeks ago. Apr 23 2013

RU loses without suspended coach

No. 6 Duke soundly defeated the Rutgers men’s lacrosse team Saturday, 16-7, to drop to 2-12 on the year. The storyline of this game changed considerably Friday when Rutgers (0-5) announced the University’s suspension and pending investigation of head coach Brian Brecht for alleged verbal abuse. Apr 22 2013

Knights get next chance at upset against top-10 opponent

The Rutgers men’s lacrosse team has looked for a season-defining moment all year. Despite competitive play against top-10 opponents, it has yet to defeat one. The Scarlet Knights have another opportunity to accomplish both tomorrow, when they host No. 7 Duke at Yurcak Field. Apr 19 2013

Defense remains strong despite losses

With the Rutgers men’s lacrosse team in the midst of its toughest stretch of the season, it needs to find an answer to some of the country’s top offenses. Junior defensemen Andrew Parrilla and Nicholas Contino have answered that call, playing some of their best games of the season against the Scarlet Knights’ toughest opponents. Apr 17 2013

Midfielder thrives in faceoff chances

In a possession-oriented sport like lacrosse, it is good to have someone who can get the possession started quickly. Fortunately for the Rutgers men’s lacrosse team, it has one of the best players in the country at winning inside the face-off circle. Sophomore midfielder Joseph Nardella has been highly effective this season in face-offs for the Scarlet Knights. Apr 16 2013

Upset bid collapses against No. 7 ’Cuse

Despite a five-goal lead in the fourth quarter, the Rutgers men’s lacrosse team failed in its upset attempt Saturday of No. 7 Syracuse, 12-11. The Scarlet Knights led nearly the entire game until the Orange (9-2, 3-1) scored the game-winning goal with 10 seconds remaining in regulation. “The guys have been playing hard no matter who the opponent has been — whether it is the seventh-ranked team in the country or Villanova last week,” said head coach Brian Brecht. Apr 15 2013

No. 9 ’Cuse provides test for Knights

The Rutgers men’s lacrosse team continues its busy week with its third game in eight days when it travels to the Carrier Dome to face No. 8 Syracuse.The Scarlet Knights’ (2-10, 0-4) defense will have to prevent the Oranges’ offensive attack from scoring early, as Syracuse (8-2, 2-1) boasts one of the most efficient offensive attacks in the country. It ranks in the top 10 nationally in goals, assists and points per game. Apr 12 2013

Men's Lacrosse: Veteran aids Rutgers with strong play after injury

For the Rutgers men’s lacrosse team, several younger players have had breakout seasons. But it is the healthy return of one of its upperclassmen that has been the teams most significant. Redshirt junior midfielder Matt Klimchak missed the 2012 season due to injury, and was sidelined early this season.Now healthy, he has stepped up his game considerably. “For the last two of three weeks since he has gotten healthy from an early season injury, Matt has been playing with some swagger,” said head coach Brian Brecht. Apr 11 2013

Knights drop ninth straight

No. 9 Princeton defeated the Rutgers men’s lacrosse team, 13-8, in the latest edition of Meistrell Cup rivalry. Princeton scored the first goal of the fourth quarter after a turnover in the defensive zone allowed for the Tigers to score and take a 12-7 lead. Junior attack Scott Klimchak answered back with his second goal of the game to bring it to 12-8. “I thought we had a good few days of focus and preparing for a very talented team, and I thought we had some good opportunities in the first half and even in the second half a little bit,” said head coach Brian Brecht. Apr 10 2013

RU hosts highly ranked Tigers

The Rutgers men’s lacrosse team has the challenge of breaking an eight-game losing streak against a top-10 team — No. 9 Princeton. “This is a great opportunity for us playing against a top-10 team at home under the lights,” said head coach Brian Brecht. The Scarlet Knights (2-9, 0-4) have lost their last three games by a total of four goals, with each of those games decided in the final minute of regulation or overtime. Apr 9 2013

Men's Lacrosse: Rutgers’ losing streak reaches eight games

The Rutgers men’s lacrosse team’s late comeback bid fell short Saturday as Villanova took the 11-9 victory. The loss marks the team’s eighth straight. “We were going into a Big East game against an opponent that has had our number recently, and we were trying to get this win for the seniors who haven’t beaten these guys,” said head coach Brian Brecht. Apr 8 2013

Men's Lacrosse: Rookies shine despite losing skid

In spite of its recent losing streak, the Rutgers men’s lacrosse team is beginning to receive breakout performances from a pair of freshmen. Freshman goalie Kris Alleyne was named to the Big East Weekly Honor Roll for the second consecutive week — after a career-high save total against Providence. Apr 2 2013

Lacrosse: Rutgers hosts struggling Friars

The Rutgers men’s lacrosse team finds itself in an interesting situation in its’ home Big East matchup this weekend against Providence (6-3, 0-2). The Scarlet Knights currently hold a six-game losing streak, but have been a tough out in many of the games. Those contests include a one-goal loss to No. 3 Notre Dame last weekend. Head coach Brian Brecht said the team does not benefit from the separation between games. Mar 29 2013

Goalie honored by league despite loss

Despite coming up short in its upset bid against No. 3 Notre Dame, the Rutgers men’s lacrosse team had a few stand out performances. One of these standouts was freshman goalie Kris Alleyne, who’s 14-save game earned him a spot on the Big East Weekly Honor Roll. “Kris is a talented goalkeeper. He creates offense with his stick work and keeps us in games defensively,” said head coach Brian Brecht. Mar 27 2013

RU falls short against?Irish

The Rutgers men’s lacrosse team lost its game yesterday against No. 3 Notre Dame, 7-6. The Scarlet Knights (2-7) hung with the Fighting Irish as the game came down to the final faceoff in the final minute of regulation. “They played with a lot of energy for all forty minutes today, and that is what we’ll need if we want to start winning these one-goal games,” said head coach Brian Brecht about his team’s performance. “I’m proud of our effort today.” Mar 25 2013

Tennis: Back-to-back away defeats break winning streak

The Rutgers tennis team competed in two road matches over the weekend, falling against both West Virginia and Pittsburgh. “I think I speak for the whole team when I say we’re disappointed,” said head coach Ben Bucca. The losses broke Rutgers’ (6-4, 3-1) four-match winning streak. “They were both good teams, which we knew going into these matches,” said freshman Gina Li. “The travel this weekend made things a little tougher, but we gave it our best shot. Bad days happen sometimes.” Mar 12 2013

Tennis: Knights face pair of struggling rivals

The Rutgers tennis team takes its four-match winning streak on the road this weekend when it faces West Virginia tomorrow and Pittsburgh on Sunday in back-to-back outings. The Scarlet Knights (6-2, 3-0) have played well since their Feb. 16 shutout against Princeton. With wins against both programs last season, it would not be a stretch for Rutgers to continue its current streak. Mar 8 2013

Tennis: RU extends winning streak to four

The Rutgers tennis team notched its third shutout of the season thanks to a 7-0 effort Tuesday against Connecticut. The victory extended the Scarlet Knights’ (6-2, 3-0) current winning streak to four. “This was a strong win against a Connecticut team that is a lot better than their record shows,” said head coach Ben Bucca. “The challenge in this match was to bring the energy and focus that we have brought to our past few matches, and the girls really stepped up to the plate and got the job done.” Mar 7 2013

RU rides winning streak into conference challenge

The Rutgers tennis team faces a major test today against Marquette in its second conference match. “This is an important Big East match, especially since we have not had a lot of recent success against Marquette,” said head coach Ben Bucca. “I’m looking forward to this match on our home court with this current wave of confidence and our recent success.” Recent history has shown that Marquette (9-4, 0-1) has been a problem for the Scarlet Knights in recent history. The Golden Eagles have won four out of their last five matches against the Knights, including wins in their last three matches. Mar 1 2013