When you consider the path many players take to get to the NFL, it often follows a similar course. Normally this starts at the prep level, where the player gets labeled a "can't miss" prospect. The number of "stars" beside their names from the most reputable recruiting services then validates these players and guarantees they will be courted by the top programs in the nation. Scholarship offers flow in, sometimes before the player has even played a snap at the high school level. These ... Read More
Clarion alum Frankie Edgar takes UFC by storm
Frankie Edgar may not be a household name around Clarion University like Kurt Angle and John Calipari are, but there’s no reason he shouldn’t be. Edgar was a four-time qualifier for Nationals during his time at Clarion in the 141-weight class between 2001 and 2005. Edgar, a New Jersey native, didn’t take the same route as Angle, but instead decided to take his talents in the direction of Mixed Martial Arts. “In the beginning, I didn’t think it was a realistic possibility for me,” Edgar ... Read More
Work hard, play harder: McQueen looks to start pro career
Clarion University has had some huge names that were part of its athletic history. Names like Olympic Gold Medalist Kurt Angle and Kentucky Head Basketball Coach John Calipari are just a couple Golden Eagle standouts. Every college athlete dreams to be able to take his or her game to the next level; however, only a small percentage of those people actually achieve it. 2012 Clarion graduate, Paul McQueen, son of Paul McQueen Sr. and Denise West and brother to Michael McQueen, is working ... Read More
Clarion soccer starts season off with a draw
Article by Eddie McDonald For the second time in a week, the visiting team at Memorial Stadium in Clarion was held scoreless. However, the home team was also held scoreless. The Clarion University women’s soccer team ended the game in a 0-0 tie with visiting Alderson Broaddus College. “I was extremely impressed with the first performance,” Head Coach Rob Eaton said of his team. The Golden Eagles had several opportunities to score, but just couldn’t find the back of the net. ... Read More
Clarion defense pitches shutout in season opener
Clarion, PA - They say defense wins championships, but tonight it won a season opener. The Clarion University football team defeated visiting Fairmont State University in a defensive battle, 7-0. “Pitching a shutout, those aren’t easy. It doesn’t matter who you are or who you are playing against. The defense came up with play after play,” Head Coach Jay Foster said after the game. Before the game, Foster said that the x-factor would be the young wide receiving core and if they would be ... Read More