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Derek West ready to help set tone for Siena Heights football
Nearly two months after first coming in contact with Siena Heights offensive coordinator Jeff Hancock, West became the school’s first-ever football recruit. The 5-foot-8, 175-pound wide receiver/kickoff returner officially joined the Saint football program when he signed a National Letter of Intent on Friday afternoon.
“It means a lot to me (to be the first recruit),” said West, who had originally committed to Urbana University — an NCAA Division II school in Ohio — before opting to stay closer to home. “I’m making history. I never thought I’d be in this position, but I’m happy I am.” Continue reading
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Siena Heights breaks ground on new performance stadium
Siena Heights broke ground on the multimillion-dollar O’Laughlin Stadium on Tuesday afternoon. The outdoor performance stadium will be home to Siena’s football, lacrosse, soccer and track and field teams.
“It’s been a journey that has really taken us to the needs that Siena has had for a long, long time, and we are just delighted to be able to begin this journey of building with the students in mind and with future students in mind,” Siena Heights President Sister Peg Albert said. “They deserve a good place to play and to compete and to just have fun and learn a lot of things about life on the track and the field. I just think it’s great.” Continue reading
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Jim Lyall and Siena Heights a perfect pairing
When the Saints go marching in played from the speakers as Jim Lyall emerged from inside the Siena Heights Fieldhouse and made his first statements as the school’s inaugural football coach under a sunny, blue sky Monday morning.
The day couldn’t have been more perfect for those at Siena Heights University. The situation couldn’t have worked out better for all involved. Continue reading
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Siena Heights University to start football program
A new tradition is set to begin as Siena Heights University will finally have an opportunity to put its unblemished football record to a test.
After a five-month exploration process, Siena Heights announced at a press conference Monday morning it will add football as an intercollegiate sport. Siena Heights president Sister Peg Albert made the announcement in front of a crowd of students, faculty and board members outside the Siena Heights Fieldhouse. Continue reading
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Siena Heights University exploring adding football
By Brian Calloway Daily Telegram Sports Editor ADRIAN — President Sister Peg Albert knows its a question many have wondered about around the Siena Heights University community for some time. And she believes now is the time to seriously ponder … Continue reading
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Adrian College football alums unhappy with Lyall’s firing
By Brian Calloway Daily Telegram Sports Editor ADRIAN, Mich. — Jim Lyall dedicated 36 years of his life to Adrian College football and to many is considered the face of the program. The recent news of the Adrian College administration … Continue reading
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Deere tabbed the right fit for Adrian College football team
By Brian Calloway Daily Telegram Sports Editor ADRIAN, Mich. — Winning at a high percentage didn’t matter for Adrian College football coach Jim Lyall. Lyall helped the Adrian College football team win nearly 70 percent of its games and to … Continue reading
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Adrian College parts ways with Jim Lyall, appoints Jim Deere as football coach
By Brian Calloway Daily Telegram Sports Editor ADRIAN, Mich. — Despite a 55-25 record over the past eight seasons and back-to-back runner-up finishes in the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association, Adrian College has parted ways with football coach Jim Lyall. Lyall … Continue reading
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Adrian College football team finishes strong
By Brian Calloway Daily Telegram Sports Editor ADRIAN, Mich. — Justin Hemm is known as more of a running quarterback, but proved he’s just as dangerous as a passer on Saturday. The freshman backup quarterback turned in a record-tying performance … Continue reading
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Storm stun Adrian
The Lake Erie sophomore quarterback’s 1 1/2-yard run for a 2-point conversion in overtime propelled the Storm to a 29-28 victory over Adrian College and spoiled the homecoming festivities at the Multi-sport Performance Stadium. Continue reading
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