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By Avery Jackson (Ryan as desk editor) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 7 min read
From Player to Coach: The Life and Legacy of Eddie Stawinski
Herb Brooks, coach of the legendary 1980 United States Olympic ice hockey team, once said, “Great moments are born from great opportunity.” For Montclair State University's Head Women's Volleyball coach, Eddie Stawinski, Brooks’s wise words remain true. Coach Stawinski was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico where he discovered his love of volleyball from a young age. Though Puerto Rico...
By Anthony Walsh (Ryan as desk editor) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read
Women's Soccer Looks Like a National Threat
After making it to the second round of the NCAA Division III Tournament in 2022, the Montclair State University Women's Soccer team has gotten off to a hot start in 2023. The Red Hawks are 6-1 this season and are in the middle of a five-game winning streak. Both sides of the ball have been executing thus far, as Montclair...
By Benjamin Garfinkle (Ryan as desk editor) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read
Field Hockey Falls Short To Lebanon Valley in Double Overtime
Through nine games, Montclair State University field hockey has shown their fight but they have been on the wrong end of many close games, including last week vs Lebanon Valley College. The Red Hawks lost a heart breaker in double overtime to the Dutchwomen with a final score of 2-1 which put the Red Hawks at 4-5. Junior defender/midfielder Kylie...
By Ryan Nussbaum (Ryan as desk editor) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 7 min read
The Transfer Triumph: A Quarterback's Quest for Culture Change
Change is underway in the Montclair State University football program. As the team enters the Mike Palazzo era, another new face is looking to make a splash at quarterback for the Red Hawks. Enter sophomore Andrew Sanborn. The 2019 New Jersey High School Offensive Player of the Year had one of the greatest seasons for a quarterback in New Jersey...
By Matteo Macolino (Ryan as desk editor) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 6 min read
Montclair State's Volleyball Team Continues to Succeed With Such a Diverse Group
Most of the varsity teams at Montclair State University have the majority of their rosters made up of New Jersey natives or student-athletes from the surrounding tri-state area. With the home of the Red Hawks being one of the smaller state schools compared to a school like Rutgers University, only a small percentage of students who attend are from out...
By Jade Gorman (Ryan as desk editor) + 6 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read
Not Every Athlete is a Business Major
Field hockey and fashion, the classic combo you know! It is just like peanut butter and jelly. Sophomore Kelly Westervelt does not just play field hockey here at Montclair State University. Although starting midfielder is something she can add to her resume, this sophomore has talents that go far beyond Sprague field. Westervelt is a fashion design and merchandising major....
By Matthew Thornton (Ryan as desk editor) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read
Montclair State Loses Home Opener in an Overtime Thriller
On Sept.16 at 1 p.m., the Red Hawks stormed the field to face off against the Franklin and Marshal Diplomats at Sprague Field. Sam Ray, junior lineman for Montclair State University, came onto the field with lots of energy. He motivated his teammates with inspiring words and had the home crowd excited and cheering by displaying a high level of...
By Benjamin Garfinkle (Ryan as desk editor) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 6 min read
Volleyball Loses to Both Springfield and Franklin & Marshall
Last Saturday was a busy day for the Montclair State University volleyball team as they played a doubleheader against Springfield and Franklin & Marshall. The Red Hawks lost both matches and fell to 4 to 3 on the season. Head coach Eddie Stawinski spoke about what the Red Hawks need to improve on the most for the next games and...
By Matteo Macolino (Ryan as desk editor) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 3 min read
PHOTO ESSAY: Red Hawks Take Down the Bullets in Season Opener
The Montclair State University's football team started the season off with a bang, taking down Gettysburg College 32-21 in their first game of the season. The Red Hawks showed signs of improvement in their new “Palazzo Era.” Mike Palazzo rightfully earns his first win as head coach. This was the second consecutive year that Montclair State opened the season with...
By Wyatt Lardieri (Ryan as desk editor) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 5 min read
Red Hawks Soaring After Big Weekend
The Montclair State men's soccer team faced their biggest challenge yet and came out victorious in dramatic fashion. The Red Hawks faced off against Babson College, a team that made the NCAA tournament the year prior. After missing out on last year's NCAA tournament, the Red Hawks were eager to prove themselves. The Red Hawks were not selected to the...
