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FIU scuffles against top opponents, salvages weekend series

Jonathan Jacobskind/ Staff Writer It’s been said that in order to be the best, one must beat the best. This statement defines the 2012 campaign for the Panthers as they are battling against some of the nation’s top tier opponents; however, the squad has not fared well so far. FIU returns to South Florida after dropping two […]

Panthers defense falls apart in first game of the season

FIU’s night could be summed up in one play.

Panthers fall short against FGCU and UF

Michael Ortega/ Contributing Writer The defending Sun Belt champions could not muster up any offense as they were shutout in both games against Florida Gulf Coast University and No.22 University of Florida. FGCU 1, FIU 0 FIU first faced the FGCU Eagles in Ft. Myers on Aug. 31. They came out with the same enthusiasm […]

Panther Sports Talk Live – Aug.31, 2012

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Bjelica opens up about injury, reveals how injury will impact team

She’s like Kobe Bryant to the Los Angeles Lakers, Tom Brady to the New England Patriots or Lebron James to the Miami Heat.

Beaupre smashing records, hoping for even more success

After two seasons, Panther diver Sabrina Beaupre is the most dominating swimmer in the Sun Belt Conference and it is not even close.

Pass defense remains a question heading into rematch with Duke

The secondary is often referred to as a security blanket. Heck, even one of the positions is called a “safety”. When FIU played Duke last year, somebody took the safety off and let the Blue Devils run free.

Panther offense could see depth playing a role this year

Four years ago, a slender wide receiver from Miami Springs senior high signed a letter of intent to continue his football career at FIU with a desire to make a name for himself.

Panthers sweep exhibition matches in preparation for season

In mid-August, the Panthers were named favorites to win The Sun Belt Conference again in the preseason coaches poll. The next day, they made a statement that backed up the poll, shutting out Stetson 4-0 on Aug. 17 in front of 500 fans who braved the rain. Once the Panthers took the field, they never looked back.

As two-a-days conclude, depth chart starts to take shape

There isn’t much to speculate about FIU’s first depth chart released during media day on Aug. 14. Usually the case, the team picked to finish first in its own conference is the one that answers the fewest questions on the field.

Theroulde finding his calling as a coach

After watching a prominent volleyball matchup on the late television series, “ABC’s Wide World of Sports: The Thrill of Victory and Agony of Defeat,” Trevor Theroulde realized his true calling: volleyball.

Wayne Times opens up about family and life off the field

Of all the things Wayne Times could do while not practicing or studying for a test, he chooses to spend his time with the Times.
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