Sports ArticlesBlugolds dominate UW-River FallsMen's hockey team splits weekend series with Saturday night loss to rival UW-StoutByThe UW-Eau Claire men's hockey team found mixed results this past weekend. Friday night the Blugolds jumped out to a fast start and did not look back as they defeated UW-River Falls 6-1. Saturday night the Blugold offense struggled to find the back of the net. Women runners place fifth at nationalsByJunior Chris Wirtz finishes 166th as only male runner for Blugolds. Swim and dive team hosts conference relayByMen place second, women take third at home in weekend competition. Sport's BriefsByWomen's Basketball The UW-Eau Claire women's basketball team opened play this weekend with two victories. The lady Blugolds, ranked 22nd in the nation, started with a 64-43 win over Ripon College on Friday. After trailing 2-0 early, Eau Claire took off and didn't think twice, leading 35-15 at the half. |