The last time Chris Carper was in Eugene, OR, he returned home an NCAA All-American. This time, the former Robert Morris University javelin standout looks to return home as a U.S. Olympian. This weekend, Carper has the opportunity to accomplish a goal millions of people have in their lifetime when the 24-year-old competes in the javelin at the U.S. Olympic Trials in Eugene. He's hoping to hit the qualifying standard of 83 meters and head to Rio de Janeiro as part of the the 2016 ... Read More
Robert Morris men’s basketball poised to repeat success
Robert Morris men’s basketball is gearing up for another season on the hardwood. Winning an NCAA tournament game for the first time since 1983 against North Flordia, the Colonials fell to the number one ranked Duke Blue Devils in the round of 64. Fresh off a new contract, coach Andy Toole is entering his sixth year as head coach of the Robert Morris men’s basketball program. In the last eight years, the Colonials take ownership of a 183-96 (.656) record, which is a school and NEC record over ... Read More