Lacrosse edges Spiders
By Sean Youngberg, staff writer

In a game deemed as “must-win,” the Dukes eked out a one-goal victory over non-conference rival Richmond on Saturday. “This game was absolutely a must-win, for our confidence and our goals,” JMU coach Shelley Klaes-Bawcombe said. “And we’re still searching for an at large bid [to the NCAA tournament].” More...

Softball slides into third place
By Wes Shaw, senior writer

Through five innings JMU was held hitless, trailing 4-1 and on the verge of finishing last in its own tournament. Then, in the bottom of the sixth inning, its bats came alive. The Dukes scored six runs in the inning and won 7-4 against Canisius on Sunday in the consolation game of the JMU/Days Inn Invitational. More...