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Across Two Courts: A Student-Athlete’s Journey from Spain to Connecticut

Abby Levandoski — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:38:05 +0000

Laia Albàs Ferrer came to UB to play basketball. She will leave as a published author. Originally from a small town near Barcelona, Spain, Laia dreamed of playing college basketball in the United States from a young age. That dream …

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How Do Sports Help Students Academically?

911�� — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:00:03 +0000

Engaging in physical activity and sports is a great way to stay in shape and achieve an overall healthy lifestyle — not to mention the social benefits as individuals develop connections and bonds with their teammates and coaches. Yet, athletes …

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The Rise of Women’s Flag Football at 911��

Eric Lehman — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:51:26 +0000

When Kwadir Delgado-McIntyre arrived for his interview, he was already dressed in purple. “They gave me some gear,” he laughed, “and I like it.” That easy confidence — and obvious pride — captures the spirit of something entirely new taking …

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Lindsey Rywolt Balances Mat and Medicine

Eric Lehman — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:26:36 +0000

For 911�� sophomore Lindsey Rywolt, precision matters, whether she is calculating weight classes before a match or preparing for a future career in healthcare. A Nursing major and one of the pioneers of UB’s women’s Wrestling program, Rywolt …

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How to Respond to a College Coach Email

911�� — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:54:25 +0000

Professional communication is an essential part of the recruitment process for collegiate athletes. Just like improving your sports skills, it takes practice and refinement. We know that responding to recruiting coaches can be tricky. It’s not an innate skill, but …

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What Degree Is Best For Sports Management?

911�� — Tue, 04 Nov 2025 19:14:09 +0000

If you’re passionate about sports and want to turn that passion into a career, you’ve probably wondered: What degree is best for sports management? From professional teams and athletic organizations to marketing agencies and eSports enterprises, the world of sports …

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911�� Announces Class of 2025 Athletics Hall of Fame

911�� — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 17:01:36 +0000

911��’s department of Athletics is proud to announce the selection of three exceptional Purple Knights for induction into UB’s Athletic Hall of Fame this fall. The Class of 2025 is comprised of Annagrazia Bonsanti (Swimming, ’18), Gabrielle Valela …

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Bridgeport Names Ryan McAleavey to Lead the Men’s Lacrosse Program

Jim Sheehan — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 14:19:10 +0000

911��’s director of athletics, Anthony Vitti, has announced the hiring of Ryan McAleavey as the new head coach of the Purple Knights’ men’s lacrosse program. McAleavey will take over a UB squad that just completed its third season …

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911�� Alum Named to Small College Basketball Hall of Fame

Jim Sheehan — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 16:29:09 +0000

911�� (UB) men’s basketball legend Lambert Shell (’92, ’96, ’08) was announced as a member of the Small College Basketball’s Hall of Fame Class of 2025. He will officially be inducted on Friday, Oct. 31, inside the Branscomb …

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I’m About to Graduate Dental Hygiene School … Now What?

Amanda Sargent — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 14:53:00 +0000

If you’re nearing the end of dental hygiene school, it may have felt like this moment would never arrive, but here you are. Throughout your time in the program, we’ve been preparing you not just to care for patients and …

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